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Chickadee.


"The Canadian Magazine for Young Children."
Date Published:1979

Moon's Ramadan

Kazi, Natasha Khan,


Various publishers. Moon smiles down on Earth and observes different countries celebrating Ramadan until her crescent tinkle triggers the start of Eid.
Date Published:2023

Baa baa black belt

Than, Gavin Aung,


Various publishers. Baa Baa Black Belt is the mightiest warrior on the farm (he is not). The other animals tremble before him (they do not) and his loyal sidekick Pork Chop looks up to him as a mentor and teacher (she felt sorry for him). Can Baa Baa Black Belt convince the other animals that he's a master martial artist? Or will he cause disaster? A hilarious and wacky barnyard tale, perfect for fans of Pig the Pug and Three Little Superpigs series!
Date Published:2025

Various publishers. Baa Baa Black Belt is the mightiest warrior on the farm (he is not). The other animals tremble before him (they do not) and his loyal sidekick Pork Chop looks up to him as a mentor and teacher (she felt sorry for him). Can Baa Baa Black Belt convince the other animals that he's a master martial artist? Or will he cause disaster? A hilarious and wacky barnyard tale, perfect for fans of Pig the Pug and Three Little Superpigs series!

Date Published:2025

Grumpy monkey : the egg-sitter

Lang, Suzanne,


Various publishers. Jim wakes up to a perfect day and is ready to have fun. Instead, Oxpecker persuades Jim to sit on her egg for just a minute...and now she is nowhere to be found! Poor Jim is stuck being the egg-sitter. Then Norman suggests that the other jungle animals take turns, so everybody gets a chance to play. But when Jim, Norman, and Leslie take a lunch break, the troublesome egg rolls away. Jim runs after it, but the egg slips by him and ends up with the eggs in Snake's nest. When the snake eggs hatch, the baby snakes look right at Jim and cry "Mama!" Jim vows to never egg-sit again.
Date Published:2023

Various publishers. Jim wakes up to a perfect day and is ready to have fun. Instead, Oxpecker persuades Jim to sit on her egg for just a minute...and now she is nowhere to be found! Poor Jim is stuck being the egg-sitter. Then Norman suggests that the other jungle animals take turns, so everybody gets a chance to play. But when Jim, Norman, and Leslie take a lunch break, the troublesome egg rolls away. Jim runs after it, but the egg slips by him and ends up with the eggs in Snake's nest. When the snake eggs hatch, the baby snakes look right at Jim and cry "Mama!" Jim vows to never egg-sit again.

Date Published:2023

Groundhog's runaway shadow

Biedrzycki, David,


Various publishers. Little Phil Groundhog and his shadow do everything together, but when they grow up the more adventurous shadow wants to travel, so he leaves--but neither is happy, so Phil goes searching for his friend.
Date Published:2016

Hello! My name is ... maple syrup

Atkinson, Mary, 1966-


Meet Maple Syrup and discover how this sweet Canadian treat is made. Vibrant illustrations and fun rhyming text make this story perfect for introducing young children to the origins of their food.
Date Published:2026

Buffalo Fluffalo

Kalb, Bess, 1987-


Various publishers. A sweet and silly buffalo who tries to bluff and fluff his way into being bigger than he really is.
Date Published:2024

Porcupine vs. pangolin

Pallotta, Jerry,


What if a porcupine and a pangolin had a fight? Who do you think would win? This nonfiction reader compares and contrasts two unlikely animals: a porcupine and a pangolin! Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more. Then, compare and contrast the battling pair before finally discovering the winner! This nonfiction series is full of facts, photos, and realistic illustrations, and it includes a range of mammals, sea creatures, insects, and dinosaurs to satisfy all kinds of animal fans.
Date Published:2025

What if a porcupine and a pangolin had a fight? Who do you think would win? This nonfiction reader compares and contrasts two unlikely animals: a porcupine and a pangolin! Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more. Then, compare and contrast the battling pair before finally discovering the winner! This nonfiction series is full of facts, photos, and realistic illustrations, and it includes a range of mammals, sea creatures, insects, and dinosaurs to satisfy all kinds of animal fans.

Date Published:2025

Partypooper

Kinney, Jeff,


Various publishers. You're invited--RSVP for fun! Expect gobs of fun and over-the-top antics as Greg throws an epic birthday party for none other than himself. So come celebrate and laugh alongside Greg, his family, and the entire world of Wimpy Kid fans.
Date Published:2025

Blue whale vs. mosquito

Pallotta, Jerry,


This nonfiction reader compares and contrasts two unlikely animals: a blue whale and a mosquito! Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more. Then compare and contrast the battling pair before finally discovering the winner!
Date Published:2024

The minecraft encyclopedia

Madsen, Riley.


The Minecraft Encyclopedia gives readers an in-depth introduction to Minecraft, the sandbox game that has remained popular around the world for more than a decade. Readers will learn more about the game's origins, the varied landscapes that players are able to explore, and the many ways that gamers can play Minecraft. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO.
Date Published:2025

The Minecraft Encyclopedia gives readers an in-depth introduction to Minecraft, the sandbox game that has remained popular around the world for more than a decade. Readers will learn more about the game's origins, the varied landscapes that players are able to explore, and the many ways that gamers can play Minecraft. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO.

Date Published:2025

The sea diamond quest

Mara, Maddy,


Various publishers. For the first time ever, the Tree Queen needs two different kinds of dragons, a Glitter Dragon and a Sea Dragon. In this mini-adventure, Azmina and Grace must join forces to return a set of sparkling magic jewels. Without the Dragon Girls' help, the power of the Magic Forest could be lost forever!
Date Published:2026

I survived the great Alaska earthquake, 1964

Tarshis, Lauren,


Various publishers. Growing up in the Alaskan wilderness, Jackson has always prided himself on being tough. His family lives in a tiny cabin where their neighbors are grizzlies and wolves. The nearest store is a three-day walk away. Jackson loves his life... until a fire destroys the family's cabin, and they have to move to the town of Valdez. Adjusting to fifth grade isn't easy. And then Jackson has to face an earthquake of terrifying strength. As the ground shatters and tsunami waves crash into the coast, Jackson learns what it really means to be tough.
Date Published:2023

Various publishers. Growing up in the Alaskan wilderness, Jackson has always prided himself on being tough. His family lives in a tiny cabin where their neighbors are grizzlies and wolves. The nearest store is a three-day walk away. Jackson loves his life... until a fire destroys the family's cabin, and they have to move to the town of Valdez. Adjusting to fifth grade isn't easy. And then Jackson has to face an earthquake of terrifying strength. As the ground shatters and tsunami waves crash into the coast, Jackson learns what it really means to be tough.

Date Published:2023

Player attack

Wolf, Winston (Fictitious character),


Various publishers. Winston is a Minecraft wolf on a mission! The problem is that he's not very good at fighting crime, and the infamous Baby Turtles are forever scheming, creating all manner of chaos across the Overlord. Then Winston has the brilliant idea of taming a Minecraft player to be his secret weapon. Can Winston and his pet player finally reveal the true evil nature of the Baby Turtles, or will they be defeated by these lovable critters over and over again?
Date Published:2023

Various publishers. Winston is a Minecraft wolf on a mission! The problem is that he's not very good at fighting crime, and the infamous Baby Turtles are forever scheming, creating all manner of chaos across the Overlord. Then Winston has the brilliant idea of taming a Minecraft player to be his secret weapon. Can Winston and his pet player finally reveal the true evil nature of the Baby Turtles, or will they be defeated by these lovable critters over and over again?

Date Published:2023

Unplugged

Korman, Gordon,


Various publishers. Relates, in multiple voices, the adventures of a group of youngsters at an electronics-free wellness camp where wealthy, spoiled Jett, leads other campers in trying to stop a criminal.
Date Published:2021

I survived the Dust Bowl, 1935

Tarshis, Lauren,


Various publishers. The Dust Bowl of the 1930s was the worst environmental disaster in American history, a time when "black blizzards" of dust, some hundreds of miles wide, swept across the southern plains. Hundreds of people were killed. Thousands of farms were buried. Millions of refugees fled starvation and sickness in the plains only to face hatred and prejudice in California. ... he thrilling story of an eleven-year-old boy who risks his life to save his family and friends during the worst dust storm of all, an event that would become known as "Black Sunday."
Date Published:2025

Various publishers. The Dust Bowl of the 1930s was the worst environmental disaster in American history, a time when "black blizzards" of dust, some hundreds of miles wide, swept across the southern plains. Hundreds of people were killed. Thousands of farms were buried. Millions of refugees fled starvation and sickness in the plains only to face hatred and prejudice in California. ... he thrilling story of an eleven-year-old boy who risks his life to save his family and friends during the worst dust storm of all, an event that would become known as "Black Sunday."

Date Published:2025

Wings of fire, the graphic novel. Vol. 09, Talons of power

Deutsch, Barry,


Graphic novel. Turtle the SeaWing isn't one of the heroes he reads about in stories. If he were, he'd use his animus powers to help Pyrrhia - instead of keeping his abilities a secret. Now that Darkstalker, the charming but dangerous dragon from Pyrrhia's most notorious legends, has returned, Turtle knows what he needs to do: hide. And stay hidden. As he watches Darkstalker from the shadows, Turtle realises that someone needs to stop the powerful dragon. A real hero. But Turtle is running out of time to find one, which means... he might have to save the day himself.
Date Published:2026

Graphic novel. Turtle the SeaWing isn't one of the heroes he reads about in stories. If he were, he'd use his animus powers to help Pyrrhia - instead of keeping his abilities a secret. Now that Darkstalker, the charming but dangerous dragon from Pyrrhia's most notorious legends, has returned, Turtle knows what he needs to do: hide. And stay hidden. As he watches Darkstalker from the shadows, Turtle realises that someone needs to stop the powerful dragon. A real hero. But Turtle is running out of time to find one, which means... he might have to save the day himself.

Date Published:2026

Splat and the cool school trip

Scotton, Rob.


Various publishers. When Splat the Cat and his class take a school trip to the zoo, all Splat wants is to see the penguins.
Date Published:

Captain Underpants and the big, bad battle of the Bionic Booger Boy. : the sixth epic novel. Part 1, Night of the nasty nostril nuggets :

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-


Various publishers. A snotty situation ensues when Melvin Sneedley, an academically-gifted student, turns into the Bionic Booger Boy and must be stopped by George, Harold, and Captain Underpants. By flipping the pages, the reader may view animated illustrations.
Date Published:2018