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Camping in the clouds

Punset, Ana, 1981-


What could be more magical than a camping trip in the sky? Claudia and Pippa can hardly wait . . . but something is troubling Sara. Can she overcome her fears in time to help her friends solve a sky-high mystery? Find out in this star-studded, cloud-camping adventure!
Date Published:2026

Unicorn rescuers: adventure in witch land

Punset, Ana,


"Claudia, Pippa, and Sara are off on another unicorn-rescuing mission, this time to Witch Land, where the witches are expert liars and time moves in mysterious ways. Worse still, nobody is allowed to fly! Can the Unicorn Rescuers save the day before their own unicorns fall under a spell?"--
Date Published:2026

Scarlet hood

Evans, Mark C.,


"Scarlet has just moved to Norway with her parents and become the target of a bully called Greta the Cruel. One day, she is given a magical scarlet hood by her grandmother, which allows her to time travel back to the age of the Vikings and confront a fire-breathing dragon. Her adventures will reveal to Scarlet an inner strength she never knew that she had, and teach her about the power of understanding. Scarlet Hood is a heartwarming, stunningly-illustrated graphic novel told in striking pictures and simple language that is perfect for reluctant readers."--Page [4] of cover.
Date Published:2018

"Scarlet has just moved to Norway with her parents and become the target of a bully called Greta the Cruel. One day, she is given a magical scarlet hood by her grandmother, which allows her to time travel back to the age of the Vikings and confront a fire-breathing dragon. Her adventures will reveal to Scarlet an inner strength she never knew that she had, and teach her about the power of understanding. Scarlet Hood is a heartwarming, stunningly-illustrated graphic novel told in striking pictures and simple language that is perfect for reluctant readers."--Page [4] of cover.

Date Published:2018

How to draw 101 animals : easy step-by-step drawing. /


Cover title. Simple step-by-step sketches show how to draw more than a hundred cartoon-style animals, and includes a kangaroo, a hedgehog, a panda, a killer whale, and more.
Date Published:2003

How to draw 101 horses & unicorns

Green, Barry.


Cover title. Contains simple instructions for drawing 101 horses and unicorns.
Date Published:2019

Drawing faces : art for everyone! /

Scrace, Carolyn, 1956-


Includes index. For artists, there's no greater achievement, or more popular subject, than drawing realistic pictures of people. Starting with the simplest shapes, this wonderfully accessible art guide shows you how to capture every aspect of the human face eyes, hair, hands, and mouths; portray people of different ages; and depict different expressions, posture, and motions. Stunning, highly detailed drawings with plenty of step-by-step instructions take you from initial sketch to final fabulous image, and explore a variety of materials and techniques.
Date Published:2020

Includes index. For artists, there's no greater achievement, or more popular subject, than drawing realistic pictures of people. Starting with the simplest shapes, this wonderfully accessible art guide shows you how to capture every aspect of the human face eyes, hair, hands, and mouths; portray people of different ages; and depict different expressions, posture, and motions. Stunning, highly detailed drawings with plenty of step-by-step instructions take you from initial sketch to final fabulous image, and explore a variety of materials and techniques.

Date Published:2020

Powered by Plants : Meet the trees, flowers, and vegetation that inspire our everyday technology /

CLIVE GIFFORD.



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Hi cacti : growing houseplants & happiness /

Palermo, Sabina,


Introduction -- The benefits -- Easy-care houseplants -- Plant hacks & knacks -- Plant projects -- Plant eats & drinks -- Plant design. "Plant up your life and discover how you can love yourself by loving your plants. Who knew tending to your cacti or spider plant could feel so good? This go-to-guide introduces you to 20 easy-to-love houseplants. Perfect for budding beginners and rooted in a journey of self awareness, learn, through simple moments of watering, feeding, and even just noticing our plants, how to befriend our leafy buddies, and ourselves too! With plant care tips, fun facts, design hints and projects for botanical recipes and cacti crafts, this feel-good book offers a unique insight into the power of plants can have on wellbeing. Learn how not to kill your cactus, how to 'bloom where you're planted', and how to love yourself by loving your plants.Lively, no nonsense and fun, this is a unique self care guide for you and your plants!"--Publisher's description.
Date Published:2021

Introduction -- The benefits -- Easy-care houseplants -- Plant hacks & knacks -- Plant projects -- Plant eats & drinks -- Plant design. "Plant up your life and discover how you can love yourself by loving your plants. Who knew tending to your cacti or spider plant could feel so good? This go-to-guide introduces you to 20 easy-to-love houseplants. Perfect for budding beginners and rooted in a journey of self awareness, learn, through simple moments of watering, feeding, and even just noticing our plants, how to befriend our leafy buddies, and ourselves too! With plant care tips, fun facts, design hints and projects for botanical recipes and cacti crafts, this feel-good book offers a unique insight into the power of plants can have on wellbeing. Learn how not to kill your cactus, how to 'bloom where you're planted', and how to love yourself by loving your plants.Lively, no nonsense and fun, this is a unique self care guide for you and your plants!"--Publisher's description.

Date Published:2021

Inside the world of Dungeons & Dragons

Rae, Susie.


"Wizards of the Coast, official licensed product"--Page facing t.p. "Ages 8-12"--Back cover. "Delve into all there is to know about the latest campaigns, fantastical realms, and monstrous foes within Dungeons & Dragons"--OCLC.
Date Published:2022

Who is Pele?

Buckley, James, Jr., 1963-,


Who is Pele? -- The boy who loved soccer -- September 7 team -- Young star -- World Cup glory -- A busy time -- The world of Pele -- One more championship -- Pele's triumphs continue -- Timelines -- Bibliography.
Date Published:2018

Drawing the Vikings

Marlborough, Max,


"History, art & facts with easy to follow, step-by-step drawing instructions."--Cover. Includes index. "An innovative series that combines art and history! The Vikings were marauders, traders, and colonists who sailed around the North Sea, the European coast, and the Americas. Meet these expert explorers, and learn about their voyages and culture. Begin by drawing a map of their home in Scandinavia, and then try your hand at capturing their runic alphabet, their elaborate woodcarvings, their weapons, the characters from their historical sagas (including a giant serpent), and their longships."--Publisher.
Date Published:2020

"History, art & facts with easy to follow, step-by-step drawing instructions."--Cover. Includes index. "An innovative series that combines art and history! The Vikings were marauders, traders, and colonists who sailed around the North Sea, the European coast, and the Americas. Meet these expert explorers, and learn about their voyages and culture. Begin by drawing a map of their home in Scandinavia, and then try your hand at capturing their runic alphabet, their elaborate woodcarvings, their weapons, the characters from their historical sagas (including a giant serpent), and their longships."--Publisher.

Date Published:2020

Creepy campfire stories : spine-chilling tales to scare and share /

Darkness Prevails,


"Told by master storytellers Darkness Prevails and Carman Carrion, Creepy Campfire Stories is a collection of spooky and unsettling tales of monster sightings, haunted locations, and ghostly figures"--
Date Published:2025

Canadian geographic biggest and best of Canada : our nation in facts & figures /

Kylie, Aaron,


Includes index. Introduction -- Geography -- Weather -- Wildlife -- Structures/Communities -- Business/Industry -- Communications -- Innovations -- Transportation -- Pop culture -- Sports & leisure -- People, places & things. Canada is the second largest country in the world by area. People around the world recognize its flag. But what truly sets it apart is the amazing geography -- physical and human -- within its borders. In this unique encyclopedia about Canada 1,000 fascinating facts, figures and feats portray a country that offers an abundance of natural and manmade attractions that will make Canadians proud and leave visitors amazed. More than 500 photographs show the places, people and phenomena that make up this colorful portrait. Readers will see a one-of-a-kind country and society that are very different from the "hewers of wood and drawers of water" often used to describe them.
Date Published:2014

Includes index. Introduction -- Geography -- Weather -- Wildlife -- Structures/Communities -- Business/Industry -- Communications -- Innovations -- Transportation -- Pop culture -- Sports & leisure -- People, places & things. Canada is the second largest country in the world by area. People around the world recognize its flag. But what truly sets it apart is the amazing geography -- physical and human -- within its borders. In this unique encyclopedia about Canada 1,000 fascinating facts, figures and feats portray a country that offers an abundance of natural and manmade attractions that will make Canadians proud and leave visitors amazed. More than 500 photographs show the places, people and phenomena that make up this colorful portrait. Readers will see a one-of-a-kind country and society that are very different from the "hewers of wood and drawers of water" often used to describe them.

Date Published:2014

Don't trust fish

Sharpson, Neil.


Kirkus Starred, February 2025. Kirkus Starred. School Library Journal starred, May 2025. Booklist starred, April 2025. Pub Weekly, January 2025. Horn Book, May 2025. "This nature-guide-gone-wrong is a . . . exploration of the seemingly innocent animals that live in the water"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2025

Words matter : the story of Hans and Sophie Scholl, and the White Rose Resistance /

Fitch Pazner, Anita, 1966-


"[A novel in verse that] follows siblings Han and Sophie Scholl who were instrumental members of the Resistance. From their idyllic childhood to their time as leaders in the Hitler Youth groups, where they witnessed the arrests of innocent people, and finally emerged as leaders of the White Rose Resistance--while still believing in the goodness that lived in the hearts of the German people."--Back cover.
Date Published:2025

"[A novel in verse that] follows siblings Han and Sophie Scholl who were instrumental members of the Resistance. From their idyllic childhood to their time as leaders in the Hitler Youth groups, where they witnessed the arrests of innocent people, and finally emerged as leaders of the White Rose Resistance--while still believing in the goodness that lived in the hearts of the German people."--Back cover.

Date Published:2025

This is skateboarding

Wilson, Hannah,


Welcome to skateboarding, where self-expression rules, adventures are wild and every ramp or rail is an exciting new ride!Join us on a whirlwind journey to celebrate the rise of the global skateboarding scene, from the streets of LA to its first Olympic Games! Check out iconic skateparks and gravity-defying tricks. Meet trailblazers, activists and medal-winning champions, and discover how skateboarding has influenced everything from shoes to art and urban design.Written in consultation with Neil Ellis from Skateboard GB and illustrated by artist and skateboarder Peter Phobia.
Date Published:2024

Welcome to skateboarding, where self-expression rules, adventures are wild and every ramp or rail is an exciting new ride!Join us on a whirlwind journey to celebrate the rise of the global skateboarding scene, from the streets of LA to its first Olympic Games! Check out iconic skateparks and gravity-defying tricks. Meet trailblazers, activists and medal-winning champions, and discover how skateboarding has influenced everything from shoes to art and urban design.Written in consultation with Neil Ellis from Skateboard GB and illustrated by artist and skateboarder Peter Phobia.

Date Published:2024

Kente for Jojo

Mensah, Bernard, (Children's author),


"A Borzoi book"--Title page verso. In this picture book a young boy helps weave a special kente cloth for his baby brother.
Date Published:2025

When cherry blossoms fall

Goldsaito, Katrina.


Pub Weekly. School Library Journal starred. A young girl's great-grandmother tells her about the Japanese concept mono-no-aware, the feeling of beauty and sadness, and she comes to understand it after the passing of her great-grandmother and the brief blooming of a cherry tree.
Date Published:2026

What if : let your imagination grow! /

Schamp, Tom,


"Tell a new story every time"--Cover. "What if you could wake up on top of your very own rainbow house? What if you could have a lion on roller-skates for a pet?! Asking 'what if?' is amazing -- it fires your imagination and makes magic happen. So be brave, ask yourself ... What if? The first in a brand-new multiple-choice picture book series for curious minds, readers can create new stories again and again, each time discovering the magical power of asking What if? Brought to life by iconic and playful illustrations from bestselling author-illustrator Tom Schamp"--
Date Published:2026

"Tell a new story every time"--Cover. "What if you could wake up on top of your very own rainbow house? What if you could have a lion on roller-skates for a pet?! Asking 'what if?' is amazing -- it fires your imagination and makes magic happen. So be brave, ask yourself ... What if? The first in a brand-new multiple-choice picture book series for curious minds, readers can create new stories again and again, each time discovering the magical power of asking What if? Brought to life by iconic and playful illustrations from bestselling author-illustrator Tom Schamp"--

Date Published:2026

Here is a book

Cooper, Elisha,


The life of a picture book begins in the artist's studio, journeys through the world of publishing, finds itself on a bookshelf, and lands in the home of a young reader.
Date Published:2025