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La quête de DespereauxLa quête de Despereaux, Bookou l'histoire d'un souriceau, d'une princesse, d'un bol de soupe, et d'une bobine de fil
by DiCamillo, KateBook - 2004 | Éd. publiée par les Éditions Scholastic | FrenchBook, 2004. Éd. publiée par les Éditions Scholastic. Language: French
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Added Jul 17, 2017
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Added Jul 12, 2017
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- You are the most dangerous person I have ever met. If I didn't need your fire so badly, I would have let you die.
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Ages 11
Bien joué, Mary Anne!Bien joué, Mary Anne!, Bookun BD
by Telgemeier, RainaBook - 2016 | FrenchBook, 2016. Language: French
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Added Jul 12, 2017
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A honest story about the friendships of teenage girls. Recommended for graphic novel readers
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Added Jul 10, 2017
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Funny and enjoyable, this graphic novel is filled with action! When a bomb accident injures a policeman's head and their dog's body, surgeons save them both by creating Dog Man.
Le secret de StaceyLe secret de Stacey, Bookun BD
by Telgemeier, RainaBook - 2015 | FrenchBook, 2015. Language: French
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Added Jul 09, 2017
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The second book to the Baby Sitters Club, this time it's protagonist is Stacey. Moving from a big city to a small town like Stoneybrook isn't easy for her. And to make things worse, she starts at a new school with diabetes. While Kristy, Mary Anne and Claudia are her new best friends, she has her problems not only with her health, but also friendships back in New York. A great graphic novel for French learners!The second book to the Baby Sitters Club, this time it's protagonist is Stacey. Moving from a big city to a small town like Stoneybrook isn't easy for her. And to make things worse, she starts at a new school with diabetes. While Kristy, Mary Anne…
L'idée géniale de KristyL'idée géniale de Kristy, Book
by Telgemeier, RainaBook - 2015 | FrenchBook, 2015. Language: French
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Added Jul 08, 2017
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A great graphic novel for English speaking French learners, especially if you have read the English version! A honest, funny book, recommended for all ages!
VelocityVelocity, Book
by Wooding, ChrisBook - 2017 | First American editionBook, 2017. First American edition
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Added Jul 08, 2017
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An explosive and fast-paced novel, this book is set in the future, where Merrica (America) is mostly rubble and wastelands. Cassica and Shiara are racers from a tiny town, and they will be competing in the world's biggest, deadliest and most anticipated race: the Widowmaker. If you enjoyed the Hunger Games, you will find this one pleasing too.An explosive and fast-paced novel, this book is set in the future, where Merrica (America) is mostly rubble and wastelands. Cassica and Shiara are racers from a tiny town, and they will be competing in the world's biggest, deadliest and most…
Added Jul 05, 2017
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A great book for French learners, especially if you have already read the English version! Wonderfully illustrated, it portrays the colorful and action filled childhood of Raina with her younger sister Amara, standing not always together, but through thick and thin. A great graphic novel, funny and honest. If you liked this one check out some of the other graphic novels that Telgemeier has wrote, including Smile and Drama.A great book for French learners, especially if you have already read the English version! Wonderfully illustrated, it portrays the colorful and action filled childhood of Raina with her younger sister Amara, standing not always together, but…
Warren the 13th and the All-Seeing EyeWarren the 13th and the All-Seeing Eye, Book
by Del Rio, TaniaBook - 2015Book, 2015
Added Jul 04, 2017
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A wonderful, funny book. Young Warren the 13th is the thirteenth in his family to care for his ancient hotel, being the bellhop, valet, groundskeeper and errand boy. This delightful book with countless of intricate illustrations will please readers of all ages!A wonderful, funny book. Young Warren the 13th is the thirteenth in his family to care for his ancient hotel, being the bellhop, valet, groundskeeper and errand boy. This delightful book with countless of intricate illustrations will please readers…
Added Jul 03, 2017
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This funny, charming book talks about the difficult childhood of Robert Hoge. He teaches us to embrace our differences, and be courageous in different situations. If you liked Palacio's Wonder, you will love this book too!
Every Falling StarEvery Falling Star, BookThe True Story of How I Survived and Escaped North Korea
by Lee, SungjuBook - 2016Book, 2016
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Added Jul 02, 2017
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A deep book, and one that you can read over and over again, understanding more and more of the story. Suitable for teens, this book can take you on a journey through the childhood of Sungju and his brothers. When you finish my ou will be sure to appreciate more of what you have now. Highly recommend!A deep book, and one that you can read over and over again, understanding more and more of the story. Suitable for teens, this book can take you on a journey through the childhood of Sungju and his brothers. When you finish my ou will be sure to…
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Added Jun 30, 2017
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Great graphic novel. A book hard to put down, with a touching and intriguing story. One of the better graphic novels out there! Highly recommend for anyone who loves a page turner!
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Added Jun 30, 2017
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If you have read Saints, you have to read Boxers, it's companion volume. A wonderfully plotted story of historical fiction. Read this, and you will finish shaking.
American Born ChineseAmerican Born Chinese, Book
by Yang, Gene LuenBook - 2006 | 1st edBook, 2006. 1st ed
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Added Jun 27, 2017
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A wonderful, touching story, about three seemingly unrelated stories but at the end come together with a clever twist. An amazing graphic novel, hilarious and a must read.
Sunny Side upSunny Side up, Book
by Holm, Jennifer L.Book - 2015 | First editionBook, 2015. First edition
Added Jun 27, 2017
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A great graphic novel by amazing authors! Perfect for a read at the beach. Follow protagonist Sunny Lewin on her unexpected trip in Florida with Gramps, and the reason why she is down in Florida in the first place.
Nate imbattableNate imbattable, Book
by Peirce, LincolnBook - 2014 | FrenchBook, 2014. Language: French
Added Jun 27, 2017
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A great book for French learners, especially if having already read the English version. Great illustrations.
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Added Jun 26, 2017
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Written in free verse, this great book talks about a pair of twins who are kings of the basketball court. A fast paced novel, not only a basketball one, but also a story about love, family and loss. Great book!
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Added Jun 26, 2017
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6 stars out of 5! Lost a lot of sleep over this book, highly recommend for anyone who is still young at heart.
The Fourteenth GoldfishThe Fourteenth Goldfish, Audiobook CD
by Holm, Jennifer L.Audiobook CD - 2014Audiobook CD, 2014
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Added Jun 25, 2017
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This book is an easy and relaxing read, good for ages 8 to 12. Ellie faces a number of changes throughout this book, whether she likes it or not. Highly recommended for listening
Added Jun 23, 2017
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Mia Hall, a seventeen year old cellist, thinks she has a normal life. She has a boyfriend, a cute little brother named Teddy, got accepted into Juilliard School. That is, until one February snowy morning, she and her family goes for a car ride, and instantaneously loses her beloved family. She has to make decisions on whether to stay alive, or join her parents and brother. A great book, may drag a bit in the middle, but overall gripping and compelling.Mia Hall, a seventeen year old cellist, thinks she has a normal life. She has a boyfriend, a cute little brother named Teddy, got accepted into Juilliard School. That is, until one February snowy morning, she and her family goes for a car ride, and…
Added Jun 22, 2017
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What are the odds of getting stuck by lightning twice, and surviving both? Nate Harlow, possibly the most unluckiest boy in Paradise Beach, on his birthday, was struck by lightning, and survived it. His best friend, Gen, doesn't believe in "luck", or "magic". After all, it's all science. But after the strike, all the popular kids want him on their team, and transforms into possibly the luckiest kid on Paradise Beach. But will Nate still appreciate the longlasting friendship with Gen or choose to always hang out with "popular kids" who only wants his luck? Who will he stand by when his friend needs him the most? This unforgettable story will tell you want luck is really about.What are the odds of getting stuck by lightning twice, and surviving both? Nate Harlow, possibly the most unluckiest boy in Paradise Beach, on his birthday, was struck by lightning, and survived it. His best friend, Gen, doesn't believe in "luck",…
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Added Jun 20, 2017
Suitability
Ages 10
Nine, TenNine, Ten, BookA September 11 Story
by Baskin, Nora RaleighBook - 2016 | First editionBook, 2016. First edition
Added Jun 19, 2017
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This really intriguing book is about the lives of four different kids, starting 48 hours before the tragic 9/11. Even though they don't know it theirselves, their lives are interwoven together at the end, where they need each other the most. A must read!This really intriguing book is about the lives of four different kids, starting 48 hours before the tragic 9/11. Even though they don't know it theirselves, their lives are interwoven together at the end, where they need each other the most. A must…
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