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Bicycle Magic and Other Stories
Enid Blyton - 1994
For Ages 5+This Enid Blyton book contains the stories:Bicycle MagicThe Wish That Came TrueThe Balloon-PipeSilly-One and the JewelsThe Brownie Biddle's BootsNow Then, Busy-Body!Little Shaving BrushesMr Storm-AroundHe Bought a SecretThe Rub-Away FlannelIt's Going to Rain!Billy and the BrownieSomebody Came to the DoorThe Tale of Lanky-PankySlip-Around's Wishing Wand
Girls in Love
Jacqueline Wilson - 1997
The three girls have been best friends 'forever' even though they don't seem to have much in common. But one thing they all want is a boyfriend!Join the girls as they work out how to deal with all the surprises that being a teenage can bring. Sometimes sad, sometimes scary and often funny, don't miss this unputdownable and hugely popular trilogy for teenage readers by the award-winning Jacqueline Wilson.
Danny the Champion of the World
Roald Dahl - 1975
And when Danny discovers his father’s secret, he’s off on the adventure of a lifetime. Here’s Roald Dahl’s famous story about a 9-year-old boy, his dad, and a daring and hilarious pheasant-snatching expedition. Just as important, it’s the story of the love between a boy and his father who, in Danny’s own words, is “the most marvelous and exciting father a boy ever had.”
Water Tales: Aquamarine and Indigo
Alice Hoffman - 2003
Indigo Martha and her friends discover that running to follow a dream is the only way they'll find the true meaning of 'home'.
Ellen Tebbits
Beverly Cleary - 1951
That is, until she meets Austine—and discovers that Austine has the same secret! Soon the girls are best friends who do everything together—attending dance class, horseback riding, and dodging pesky Otis Spofford. But then Ellen does something terrible, and now Austine isn't speaking to her. Will Ellen be able to prove how sorry she truly is?
The Tail of Emily Windsnap
Liz Kessler - 2003
And, oddly enough, for just as long, her mother has seemed anxious to keep her away from the water. But when Mom finally agrees to let her take swimming lessons, Emily makes a startling discovery - about her own identity, the mysterious father she's never met, and the thrilling possibilities and perils shimmering deep below the water's surface. With a sure sense of suspense and richly imaginative details, first-time author Liz Kessler lures us into a glorious undersea world where mermaids study shipwrecks at school and Neptune rules with an iron trident - an enchanting fantasy about family secrets, loyal friendship, and the convention-defying power of love.
Curious George Goes to the Hospital
Margret Rey - 1966
Readers learn all about the hospital as George goes in for an operation to remove a puzzle piece he has eaten.
The Berenstain Bears Go to School
Stan Berenstain - 1978
in full color. A sympathetic story about Sister Bear, who conquers her fear of starting kindergarten.
Vampires Don't Wear Polka Dots
Debbie Dadey - 1990
But their new teacher, Mrs. Jeepers, is different to say the least. She's just moved from the Transylvanian Alps and she seems to have some strange powers that help her deal with these mischief-makers. Her methods may be a little unconventional, but, then again, Mrs. Jeepers may be just what the Bailey School kids need.
Welcome to Dead House
R.L. Stine - 1992
Spooky. Possibly haunted. And the town of Dark Falls is pretty strange, too. — But their parents don't believe them. You'll get used to it, they say. Go out and make some new friends. — So Amanda and Josh do. But these creepy new friends are not exactly what their parents had in mind.Because they want to be friends......Forever.
Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat
Lynne Jonell - 2007
At least she tried very hard to be good. She did her homework without being told. She ate all her vegetables, even the slimy ones. And she never talked back to her nanny, Miss Barmy, although it was almost impossible to keep quiet, some days.She really was a little too good. Which is why she liked to sit by the Rat. The Rat was not good at all . . .Hilarious, inventive, and irresistably rodent-friendly, Emmy and the Incredible Shrinking Rat is a fantastic first novel from acclaimed picture book author Lynne Jonell.
The Good Dog
Avi - 2001
Whether it's watching over the other dogs of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, or taking care of his human pup, Jack, McKinley never even thinks of letting anyone down -- until he meets Lupin. Lupin is a she-wolf and she's urging the dogs of Steamboat Springs to leave their domesticated lives and join her wild pack. And though she scares McKinley, he also finds himself drawn to her and the life of freedom that she offers.For the first time, McKinley's loyalties are torn. Should he stay with his humans and continue to lead the dogs of Steamboat Springs? Or should he join the wolf and live freely, like his ancestors did? When the wild calls, what will McKinley's answer be?