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Northwind

by Paulsen, Gary

Book - 2022

Inspired by the author's lifelong love of the sea, this novel is a sweeping adventure saga about one boy's quest to survive in the wilderness alone in his...Show more Inspired by the author's lifelong love of the sea, this novel is a sweeping adventure saga about one boy's quest to survive in the wilderness alone in his canoe. This survival-focused story explores the immense beauty (and dangers!) of the Pacific Northwest and the resilience of a young boy's incredibly brave heart. Ages 10-14. Show less

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It's the End of the World and I'm in My Bathing Suit

by Reynolds, Justin A.

Book - 2022

When Eddie is grounded and left home alone until he does his laundry, the power unexpectedly goes out mid-cycle. Wearing the only clean clothes in his clo...Show more When Eddie is grounded and left home alone until he does his laundry, the power unexpectedly goes out mid-cycle. Wearing the only clean clothes in his closet - his bathing suit and a pair of flip-flops - Eddie quickly realizes that something strange is happening in the neighbourhood. Ages 10-12. Show less

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Vanishing Act

by Martin, Laura

Book - 2022

Hank, Emerson and their friends have returned to Camp Outlier in this sequel for middle-grade readers. Even though Hank continues to experience inconvenie...Show more Hank, Emerson and their friends have returned to Camp Outlier in this sequel for middle-grade readers. Even though Hank continues to experience inconvenient invisibility, that won't stop him from having the best summer ever. This summer camp adventure is the perfect blend of humour and heart and will appeal to fans of the Percy Jackson series. Ages 8-12. Show less

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Adrift

by Guerrero, Tanya

Book - 2022

A story of tragedy, survival, family, and hope told in two voices. There is 10-year-old Coral, shipwrecked, injured and alone, and 11-year-old Isa, waitin...Show more A story of tragedy, survival, family, and hope told in two voices. There is 10-year-old Coral, shipwrecked, injured and alone, and 11-year-old Isa, waiting at home in emotional turmoil, yet never giving up hope that her cousin will be found alive. Ages 8-12 Show less

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Bound for Home

by Hashimoto, Meika

Book - 2022

A girl, a dog, and a cat. All orphans, all looking for a sense of belonging, a family. Emi has moved in with a promising new foster family, but trusting i...Show more A girl, a dog, and a cat. All orphans, all looking for a sense of belonging, a family. Emi has moved in with a promising new foster family, but trusting is hard, and she escapes into the woods, determined to survive on her own. This wonderfully detailed story explores the themes of friendship, bravery, and loyalty. Ages 8-12 Show less

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City Spies

by Ponti, James

Book - 2020

Fast-paced from the first page! Five children from vastly different backgrounds and cultures are brought together by “Mother” as a special MI6 spy unit. T...Show more Fast-paced from the first page! Five children from vastly different backgrounds and cultures are brought together by “Mother” as a special MI6 spy unit. The kids are code-named according to where they were recruited – Paris, Brooklyn, Rio, Sydney, and Kat – short for Kathmandu. As well as working together to save the world, they also must navigate the dynamics of their new family-style situation. The first book in a series. Ages 8-12 Show less

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I Survived the Attack of the Grizzlies, 1967

by Tarshis, Lauren

Book - 2018

Eleven-year-old Melody Vega and her family are visiting Glacier, as they do every summer. Melody has been noticing something strange is happening in Glaci...Show more Eleven-year-old Melody Vega and her family are visiting Glacier, as they do every summer. Melody has been noticing something strange is happening in Glacier National Park. The once shy grizzly bears are suddenly frequently seen roaming the park and attacking the hikers in the area. How will Melody use her wits to survive when she encounters a fearsome grizzly bear? Read to find out! Ages 9-12. Show less

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Star Knights

by Davault, Kay

Graphic Novel - 2022

Tad is an adorable frog who dreams of being a star knight to escape being bullied. His life is tough because his forest home is haunted by an evil witch ...Show more Tad is an adorable frog who dreams of being a star knight to escape being bullied. His life is tough because his forest home is haunted by an evil witch who has cursed his forest home. Legend says the only way to save the forest is for a knight to locate the majestic star king and bring him to the moon to restore the forest. One fateful day, Tad's wish comes true! Tad knows what he must do and goes on a journey to bring peace to the forest again. Will they succeed? Ages 9-12. Show less

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My Aunt Is A Monster

by Yee, Reimena

Graphic Novel - 2022

When Safia is orphaned at a young age, she moves in with her Aunt Whimsey. Whimsey was a renowned explorer who Safia immediately bonds with. Being blind...Show more When Safia is orphaned at a young age, she moves in with her Aunt Whimsey. Whimsey was a renowned explorer who Safia immediately bonds with. Being blind, Safia does not realize that her aunt was the victim of a magical curse that gave her aunt a wolf-like appearance. When an old rival threatens Whimsey's legacy, She and Safia go on an adventure to make things right. Ages 9-12. Show less

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