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Pedro's favourite stuffed animal toy, Milo the Moose, joins him and Katie for a fun day at the fair. But when Pedro loses track of Milo, the two friends put the rides and games on hold and search for him. Where did that missing moose go?Perfectly pitched for young readers who are beginning to read independently for the first time, The Mystery of the Missing Moose is part of the Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries series, in which Katie Woo and her pal Pedro team up to solve puzzles together. By investigating the problem and collecting clues, the sleuthing friends don't stop until the mysteries are solved! After each case is closed, readers will review the investigation, hypothesis and resolution of the mystery, earning a basic understanding of the mystery genre.

Revisit the tale of Rumpelstiltskin with this graphic novel for new readers. The king demands the miller's daughter spin straw into gold. She doesn't know how until Rumpelstiltskin appears out of nowhere with his magic. But as the king asks for more gold, and Rumpelstiltskin demands repayment, what will happen to the miller's daughter?

A shadowy figure takes shape in a dark, old house. Was it just your imagination? Or was it a ghost? Ghost hunters investigate ghostly encounters with thermal cameras, EVP recorders, spirit boxes and other advanced gear. In this book, readers will get an inside look at all the high-tech tools used to study hair-raising hauntings. What is more, the carefully levelled text will ensure that even struggling and reluctant readers will succeed in reading and enjoying the book.

Walking in the woods, you think you spy a hairy face and beady eyes looking at you from the thick trees. Was it a beast of legend? Reports of Bigfoot, the Loch Ness monster and other cryptids come from all over the world. Could they be true? Researchers use thermal video cameras, night-vision goggles, drones and other tools to investigate. In this book, readers will get an inside look at all the high-tech gear used to hunt for elusive cryptids. What is more, the carefully levelled text will ensure that even struggling and reluctant readers will succeed in reading and enjoying the book.

3 . . . 2 . . . 1 . . . blast off! Visit an amazing spinning space hotel. Drive a rover around on a Moon base. Soar over Earth as a space tourist. These activities aren't just the stuff of science fiction. They're actually being planned! Get an inspiring look at how scientists have learned from past achievements to plan for the future of space travel. Then find out what our future might hold, from new space robots to crewed missions to the Moon and Mars. Exciting infographics, riveting sidebars and informative illustrations will give curious young minds a new view of the next frontier.

On his twelfth birthday, Drew Daniels receives a chunk of alien spacecraft. It's the coolest present ever. But then a Martian secretly comes to take the piece back and gives Drew an even more amazing gift in exchange: the power to absorb information through touch! Will Drew keep this brain boost ability to himself, or will he take up the path of a superhero and help a classmate who loses something precious? Find out in this exciting Fantastic Freewheeler graphic novel, featuring a courageous hero who uses a wheelchair due to cerebral palsy, as well as action full of humour and heart.

Country girl Kate is excited about her first visit to London, a trip to sell apples with her grandfather and little sister Lizzie in early September, 1666. But the excitement soon gives way to fear as a fire quickly spreads through the city. When Grandfather is forced to be part of a fire brigade, Kate is left alone to keep Lizzie and their horse and cart safe. Can Kate fight off thieves and avoid the walls of flames to reach safety once again? Part of the Girls Survive Graphic Novel series, Kate and the City of Fire brings a defining historical event to life.

Does the idea of meeting new people make you nervous? Do you worry you won't know what to say to someone you've just met? You're not alone. In this book, explore the reasons why making new friends can be scary and discover simple tips for facing this fear. Reassuring facts and helpful photos provide the knowledge young readers need to face their fear of making new friends.

How we cook and eat today looks a lot different than it did in the past. From prehistoric kitchens to food preservation and the invention of the refrigerator, the history of food is surprising, unusual and amazing. Learn more about how people used these innovations to survive and thrive in everyday life.The Amazing History of Food contains high-interest, low-reading-level text specially written to engage and support struggling and reluctant readers.

You need help with a maths problem. You are upset with a friend. Are you afraid to ask for help? You're not alone. Everyone worries about speaking up at times. In this book, explore the reasons why it can be scary to speak up and discover simple tips for facing this fear. Reassuring facts and helpful photos provide the knowledge young readers need to face their fears of speaking up.

Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth? Think small! Cook some miniature cinnamon rolls or tiny fruit tacos. You might even build a mini layer cake. Tiny sweets are tons of fun!The downsized projects in this book can all be made with items found around your home or school. Easy instructions and step-by-step photos will help you become a miniature master!

J.C. is excited to go to the Spring Flower Festival with Nana and Pop-Pop! But then his best friends, Amir and Vicky, invite J.C. to go to the zoo at the same time. Can J.C. figure out a way to make it to both events?Life in the big city is full of fun for seven-year-old Jalen Corey Pierce. Between adventures with his two best friends, Amir and Vicky, and new experiences with his family, J.C. is always learning new things and exploring city life. These easy-to-read stories, featuring a glossary, discussion questions, and writing prompts, are perfect for curious young readers everywhere.

An inspiring graphic novel about Elizebeth Friedman, a codebreaking pioneer who changed the course of World War II.Nazi spy rings! No-good gangsters! Shakespearian lies! Discover the courageous woman who cracked all these cases and more-with only a pencil and paper. The youngest of ten siblings, Elizebeth Friedman stood out from an early age with brilliant language skills and a passion for English literature. Eventually, these talents led to a new opportunity: codebreaking. Using ciphers and other trailblazing techniques, Friedman solved coded messages to take down some of the most notorious gangsters in the United States, including the infamous Al Capone. During World War II, as German forces stormed across Europe, she took her skills to the frontlines, thwarting Nazi spies and helping lead Allied forces to victory. In this action-packed, full-color graphic novel, learn more about this daring woman who took risks, defied expectations, and confronted the enemies of World War II.Other Women Warriors of World War II:Angels of Bataan and Corregidor: The Heroic Nurses of World War IIThe Courageous Six Triple Eight: The All-Black Female Battalion of World War IIDaring Women of D-Day: Bold Spies of World War IIJane Kendeigh: Brave Nurse of World War IINancy Wake: Fearless Spy of World War IISophie Scholl: Daring Activist of World War IIVirginia Hall: Clever Spy of World War II

An action-packed graphic novel about Virginia Hall, known as one of the most courageous spies of World War II.In the early 1940s, during World War II, Germany's Nazi regime expanded into neighboring European countries, committing horrific crimes against Jewish people and other groups. Enter: Virginia Hall. Born on a small Maryland farm, this brilliant woman's worldly ambitions led her to a clerical position at the U.S. embassy in Warsaw, Poland. While there, a hunting accident caused Hall to lose her leg. After being fitted with a wooden prosthetic leg, she persevered in her work. Hall soon became a spy for Allied forces, serving behind enemy lines in France. With cleverness and courage, Hall, who the Nazis nicknamed the "Limping Lady," eventually became one of the Allies' greatest assets and one the German Gestapo's most feared spies. In this action-packed, full-color graphic novel, learn more about this daring woman who took risks, defied expectations, and confronted the enemies of World War II.Other Women Warriors of World War II:Angels of Bataan and Corregidor: The Heroic Nurses of World War IIThe Courageous Six Triple Eight: The All-Black Female Battalion of World War IIDaring Women of D-Day: Bold Spies of World War IIElizebeth Friedman: Expert Codebreaker of World War IIJane Kendeigh: Brave Nurse of World War IINancy Wake: Fearless Spy of World War IISophie Scholl: Daring Activist of World War II

Rumble and mumble. Trumpet and stomp! Meet Kamala, Rani, Bozie, Swarna and Spike! These busy Asian elephants have formed a family at a busy American zoo. Discover a day in the life of this elephant herd, how keepers interact with them and how this work helps wild elephants thousands of miles away. Created in partnership with the zoo where they live, this fact-filled book will help young learners get to know these incredible creatures.

Samuel is a long-time fan of the classic world-building game Buildtopia, playing it years after his friends have forgotten about it. So he's excited to learn that a big game update has reignited interest in the video game. Now with new in-game challenges, Buildtopia is getting an eSports competition. Will Samuel turn his love of the game into an opportunity to compete and connect with new friends?

Francis is spending the week at an esports camp, with the hopes of becoming even better at Red Card Racers, his best and favourite game. But it doesn't take long for Francis to realize that the camp competition is tough. Frustrated by his game performance, Francis struggles to make progress and even has to deal with a bad-mouthing competitor. Will Francis find a way move past his early losses to take advantage of all that the camp has to offer?

Think you know a lot about space and the universe? Prepare to learn even more about amazing galaxies, stars, planets and space exploration. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this totally terrific book of space trivia.Dynamic design pairs with engaging photos and carefully levelled text to make the facts easy to read but hard to forget, making these books perfect for both on-level and struggling readers.

We are all connected in so many ways! Find out how with a bird's-eye view as Sonia, her friends and her community chat, create and play together with digital tools. Follow the virtual trail at home, at school and all around the world as Sonia, friends and families make discoveries and connections. Whether face to face or far away, find out how Sonia (and you!) are part of the digital world!Created in collaboration with ISTE and authored by award-winning superstar librarian Shannon McClintock Miller, this delightful picture book celebrates the many digital opportunities for kids and launches Raintree's Explore with ISTE series. Full-colour illustrations and back matter provide even more for children, teachers and parents to explore.

A boy wasn't able to finish the dense reading assignment for class, but that's the least of his troubles. Because he's drawn the attention of the wicked Sentencer and his goons! Now the villains are putting the student on trial for his reading crimes. Will the boy face a lifetime sentence of punishment, or can the mighty Librarian prove a slower learning pace is no crime? Experience dark tales from the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-colour graphic novel.Featuring the mighty Librarian from the best-selling chapter book series, this original, stand-alone adventure pops off the page in striking, full-colour comic art. Readers of all abilities will eagerly follow their favourite hero as he battles wicked villains and monstrous books to keep the world safe from the forces of evil.Although Library of Doom books produce goosebumps, the adventures are still age appropriate. What is more, Library of Doom tales are often among the first books that reluctant readers enjoy, and time after time spur them on to additional reading!

Looking to build some cool moving machines? Think small! Craft a tiny Ferris wheel or a super-small wobbling UFO. You might even make a teeny-weeny disco ball. Tiny machines are tons of fun!The downsized projects in this book can all be made with items found around your home or school. Easy instructions and step-by-step photos will help you become a miniature master!

From a tall glass of ice water to a steaming cup of tea, water is an essential part of any healthy diet. In this book, learn more about where water comes from, the best sources of water and how this drink helps make up a healthy diet. Filled with fantastic facts and colourful photos, this book will quench every young learner's thirst for knowledge.

The homes we live in today look a lot different than they did in the past. From caves to castles to the invention of indoor bathrooms, the history of homes is surprising, unusual and amazing. Learn more about how people used these innovations to survive and thrive in everyday life.The Amazing History of Homes contains high-interest, low-reading-level text specially written to engage and support struggling and reluctant readers.

It's the day of the big match... This book takes young readers behind the scenes of their favourite professional sport - football! Discover the ins and outs and the hustle and bustle of a typical match day. From fantastic fan experiences and player arrivals to groundskeepers preparing the pitch and broadcasting logistics, readers will discover that pulling off a top sporting event is a big job!The action-packed photographs combined with an accessible reading level and the high-interest content will be certain to appeal to a wide range of young readers, including reluctant and struggling readers.

Which roads pass through your local area? How much rain did London get yesterday? How many people live in France? Learn about different kinds of maps and how we use them to understand the places and people around us. This first introduction to types of maps will help kids build visual literacy skills and navigate their world.

How did The Cheetah become Wonder Woman's fierce feline foe? Discover the story behind this Super-Villain's journey from brilliant scientist to wildcat criminal, including the source of her beastly abilities. With action-packed illustrations and easy-to-follow text, this DC chapter book is perfect for early readers.

Emma loves animals, and she can't wait to foster a cat! But what will happen when she brings the cat home? Will Emma and the cat get along? Will Emma's fish and the cat get along? Emma is deaf and often uses sign language to communicate, and this early chapter book includes additional information on British sign language.

Hi'iaka wants to make the forests of Hawaii safe for travellers. But she'll have to battle an evil lizard named Pana'ewa and his army to do it. With a little help from her sister and some special powers, she's ready for a great battle. With engaging text and easy-to-follow panels, books in the Discover Graphics: Global Folktales series are perfect for graphic novel fans new and old.