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When Ku-ku-ri-ku finds some wheat in his yard, he shows it to his friends Twist and Turn. They decide to use it to make some buns. But turning wheat into a delicious bun is a lot of work, and not everyone does their share! With engaging text and easy-to-follow panels, Discover Graphics: Global Folktales are perfect for graphic novel fans new and old. Fun-filled text and simple, easy-to-follow illustrations support new and emerging readers while confident readers will appreciate the beautiful art and diverse characters in these retellings. Complete with "beyond-the-book" back matter and "How to Read a Graphic Novel" instructional pages, Discover Graphics: Global Folktales will have kids of all ages discovering a love of reading.

Sadiq is eager to join the new school newspaper. He's a good writer, and he likes asking lots of questions! But when Katy, the student editor-in-chief, hands out reporting assignments, Sadiq doesn't agree with her idea of "news". Instead of reporting on important things happening at school, Katy seems intent on embarrassing people! Can Sadiq find the courage to speak up and replace the paper's gossip stories with real news? Somali-origin author Siman Nuurali offers another installment in the delightful Sadiq chapter book series.

Cuddling with a soft teddy bear can be very relaxing. But how are teddy bears made? What are they made of? Who invented them? Find out everything you ever wanted to know about teddy bears in this engaging book.

Think you know all there is to know about paranormal mysteries? Prepare to learn even more! From ghost ships to UFOs to haunted dolls, discover tantalizing trivia about mysteries that have haunted humanity for hundreds of years in this totally spooky book of paranormal 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.

Think you know a lot about natural disasters? Prepare to know even more about hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes and more. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this totally fascinating book of natural disaster 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.

It's a clash between two horned beasts! The rhinoceros is one of the largest animals living on land today. But millions of years ago, the triceratops was one of the biggest and most powerful beasts of its time. Learn what makes these similar creatures so impressive. Then decide which tank-like beast would achieve victory in a fight.

It's a fight between two fierce armoured reptiles! Today's crocodiles are powerful, sneaky hunters. But millions of years ago, the deinosuchus was one of the biggest predators of its time. Learn what makes these similar beasts so dangerous. Then decide which of the fearsome foes would emerge victorious in a beastly brawl.

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.

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.