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Harriet Flores struggles with boredom, an unrequited crush, and a multiple sclerosis diagnosis through a long, hot, 1990s summer in Chicago. She uses her imagination to cope, which sometimes gets her into trouble, as she makes up fantastical fibs and wonders if there are ghosts upstairs. One neighbour, Pearl, encourages Harriet to read and write, leading Harriet to have a breakthrough and discover the power of storytelling.

Smart Adventures for Clever Kids

Four friends and their sidekicks create a SMART (Sidekicks, Maya, Arthur, Rita, Tobias) adventuring team. Working together, each of the kids uses their unique skillsCfrom creative thinking to wilderness survivalCto solve the mystery presented in each story. Readers can solve the puzzles along with the characters while learning map skills that support geography standards. Humorous dialogue will engage readers. Includes an answer key.

Stone Bird, The

It might look like a pebble from the beach, but Eliza knows this is an egg. And one night when she hears cracking, she discovers the Stone Bird. It might still look like a stone to her mom, but Eliza knows it's alive. Step into the magical world of one child's imagination in this stunning debut by exciting new author Jenny McCartney, illustrated by luminary of children's books Patrick Benson.

Sunbird Picture Books (Sequoia Kids Media)

Whimsical stories provide important life lessons on diversity, inclusivity, and kindness, as well as social emotional themes relevant to all ages including self-acceptance, quieting the mind, and loving oneself. Expressive language will delight young readers while building vocabulary.

Tallulah the Mermaid and the Great Lakes Pledge

Tallulah is ready to start her work as the Great Lakes' first official mermaid! It's a big job, and when a raft carrying a pair of children gets swept from the beach into rough waters, she swims into action. Maya and Finn can barely believe they've been rescued by a mermaid! When the kids and Tallulah find they have a love for the Great Lakes in common, Tallulah makes them honorary Great Lakes Mermaids--she could use the help!

The Music Library

Exploring the evolution of different musical styles is a creative way to learn about history, and readers are able to do this as they discover the fascinating stories behind a variety of popular genres of music, including pop, hip-hop, country, and indie rock. These stories are told with the help of annotated quotes from artists as well as leading music critics, historians, and other experts, giving readers a behind-the-scenes look they won't soon forget.

Thing to Remember about Stargazing, The

What is the most important thing to remember about stargazing? When to do it, who to do it with, what to look for? It's none of those! This picture book's spare, lyrical text offers many possible ways to do stargazing: with a friend, with family, or alone; on a moonless night, or with a full moon, or even with some clouds; on the beach, lying in the grass, or standing on a snowy hill. There is only one rule of stargazing, which is saved for the end, and that is just to do it! Magical illustratio

To the Limit

Teens on extreme sports adventures face life-or-death situations when something goes wrong with their gear or the weather. To survive, they must rely on their athletic skills and quick thinking.

Travel Guide for Monsters

Taking your monster on a road trip this summer? Or letting your favourite beast tag along on a family beach vacation? Wherever you and your monster are traveling, Travel Guide for Monsters is full of essential tips to help you both enjoy the sights from coast to coast--and avoid monster-related mishaps.

Washed Ashore: Making Art from Ocean Plastic

Every day, we use plastic products. And where does these items go when we are done with them. When artist Angela Haseltine Pozzi found plastic trash polluting the beach near her home, she took action. She formed an organization called Washed Ashore and started gathering trash from beaches and using it to create incredible sculptures of wildlife. These sculptures travel the country to teach people about the importance of these animals-and the problems caused by plastic pollution. Author and photo

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