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I want to be a cowboy

Liebman, Daniel,


Previously published: Willowdale, Ontario: Firefly Books, 1999.
Date Published:2018

Extreme Wild West Stories for Kids

DeJuan, Krysha


Engaging narratives of legendary lawmen and notorious outlaws. Captivating stories of frontier legends and folk heroes. Inspiring accounts of Native American leaders. Detailed descriptions of daring escapes, epic battles, and legendary showdowns. Insightful historical context that enriches each story.
Date Published:2025

Pax

Pennypacker, Sara, 1951-,


Pax and Peter have been inseparable ever since Peter rescued him as a kit. But one day, the unimaginable happens: Peter's dad enlists in the military and makes him return the fox to the wild. At his grandfather's house, three hundred miles away from home, Peter knows he isn't where he should be—with Pax. He strikes out on his own despite the encroaching war, spurred by love, loyalty, and grief, to be reunited with his fox. Meanwhile Pax, steadfastly waiting for his boy, embarks on adventures and discoveries of his own. . . . After being forced to give up his pet fox Pax, a young boy named Peter decides to leave home and get his best friend back. Pax and Peter have been inseparable ever since Peter rescued him as a kit. But one day the unimaginable happens: Peter's dad enlists in the military and makes him return the fox to the wild. At his grandfather's house three hundred miles away from home, Peter knows he isn't where he should be - with Pax. He strikes out on his own despite the encroaching war, spurred by love, loyalty, and grief, to be reunited with his fox. Meanwhile Pax, steadfastly waiting for his boy, embarks on adventures and discoveries of his own ... From bestselling and award-winning author Sara Pennypacker comes a beautifully wrought, utterly compelling novel about the essential truths that define us and the devastating costs of war. Pax is destined to become a beloved classic. -- from inside cover.
Date Published:2019

Pax and Peter have been inseparable ever since Peter rescued him as a kit. But one day, the unimaginable happens: Peter's dad enlists in the military and makes him return the fox to the wild. At his grandfather's house, three hundred miles away from home, Peter knows he isn't where he should be—with Pax. He strikes out on his own despite the encroaching war, spurred by love, loyalty, and grief, to be reunited with his fox. Meanwhile Pax, steadfastly waiting for his boy, embarks on adventures and discoveries of his own. . . . After being forced to give up his pet fox Pax, a young boy named Peter decides to leave home and get his best friend back. Pax and Peter have been inseparable ever since Peter rescued him as a kit. But one day the unimaginable happens: Peter's dad enlists in the military and makes him return the fox to the wild. At his grandfather's house three hundred miles away from home, Peter knows he isn't where he should be - with Pax. He strikes out on his own despite the encroaching war, spurred by love, loyalty, and grief, to be reunited with his fox. Meanwhile Pax, steadfastly waiting for his boy, embarks on adventures and discoveries of his own ... From bestselling and award-winning author Sara Pennypacker comes a beautifully wrought, utterly compelling novel about the essential truths that define us and the devastating costs of war. Pax is destined to become a beloved classic. -- from inside cover.

Date Published:2019

Darkstalker

Sutherland, Tui, 1978-,


"Three dragons. One unavoidable, unpredictable destiny. This is the beginning of the end. In the SeaWing kingdom, a young prince learns he is an animus, capable of wonderful magic that comes with a terrible price. In the mind of a NightWing dragonet, a thousand futures unfold and almost all of them, she knows, lead to disaster and destruction. And under three full moons and the watchful eyes of his NightWing mother and IceWing father, the most powerful dragon Pyrhhia will ever know is clawing his way out of his egg: Darkstalker, the dragon who will change the world forever. Long before the SandWing war, lifetimes before the Dragonet Prophecy, darkness is born."--
Date Published:2025

"Three dragons. One unavoidable, unpredictable destiny. This is the beginning of the end. In the SeaWing kingdom, a young prince learns he is an animus, capable of wonderful magic that comes with a terrible price. In the mind of a NightWing dragonet, a thousand futures unfold and almost all of them, she knows, lead to disaster and destruction. And under three full moons and the watchful eyes of his NightWing mother and IceWing father, the most powerful dragon Pyrhhia will ever know is clawing his way out of his egg: Darkstalker, the dragon who will change the world forever. Long before the SandWing war, lifetimes before the Dragonet Prophecy, darkness is born."--

Date Published:2025

The Wonderful World of Highland Cows

Jones Mimi


Discover the charm of the shaggy, lovable Highland cow in this beautifully crafted book packed with fascinating facts and breathtaking images! The Wonderful World of Highland Cows is the perfect read for both kids and adults who adore these majestic, long-haired catt.
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Hunger games /, The

Collins, Suzanne.


Long ago the districts waged war on the Capitol and were defeated. As part of the surrender terms, each district agreed to send one boy and one girl to appear in an annual televised event called, "The Hunger Games.
Date Published:2010

City of Ember /, The

DuPrau, Jeanne.


Publisher ‏ : ‎ Yearling Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 25 2004 Edition ‏ : ‎ Reissue Language ‏ : ‎ English Print length ‏ : ‎ 288 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780375822742 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0375822742 Item weight ‏ : ‎ 181 g Reading age ‏ : ‎ Customer suggested age: 10 - 15 years Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.18 x 1.68 x 19.2 cm Book 1 of 4 ‏ : ‎ The City of Ember Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7. In the year 241, twelve-year-old Lina trades jobs on Assignment Day to be a Messenger to run to new places in her decaying but beloved city, perhaps even to glimpse Unknown Regions.
Date Published:2003

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Yearling Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 25 2004 Edition ‏ : ‎ Reissue Language ‏ : ‎ English Print length ‏ : ‎ 288 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780375822742 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0375822742 Item weight ‏ : ‎ 181 g Reading age ‏ : ‎ Customer suggested age: 10 - 15 years Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 13.18 x 1.68 x 19.2 cm Book 1 of 4 ‏ : ‎ The City of Ember Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7. In the year 241, twelve-year-old Lina trades jobs on Assignment Day to be a Messenger to run to new places in her decaying but beloved city, perhaps even to glimpse Unknown Regions.

Date Published:2003

Outsiders, The

Hinton, S.E.


Grade 7/8 classroom novel.
Date Published:1995

Lightning Thief, the

Riordan, Rick.


Paperback: 416 pages Publisher: Disney-Hyperion; 1 edition (April 1 2006) Language: English ISBN-10: 9780786838653 ISBN-13: 978-0786838653 ASIN: 0786838655 Product Dimensions: 13.2 x 3 x 19 cm The Lightning Thief The Lightning Thief Riordan, Rick AR Quiz No. 89885 EN Twelve-year-old Percy Jackson learns he is a demigod, the son of a mortal woman and Poseidon, god of the sea. His mother sends him to a summer camp for demigods, where he and his new friends set out on a quest to prevent a war between the gods. Book #1 AR Quiz Availability: Reading Practice, Literacy Skills, Vocabulary Practice ATOS Book Level: 4.7 Interest Level: Middle Grades (MG 4-8).
Date Published:2006

Paperback: 416 pages Publisher: Disney-Hyperion; 1 edition (April 1 2006) Language: English ISBN-10: 9780786838653 ISBN-13: 978-0786838653 ASIN: 0786838655 Product Dimensions: 13.2 x 3 x 19 cm The Lightning Thief The Lightning Thief Riordan, Rick AR Quiz No. 89885 EN Twelve-year-old Percy Jackson learns he is a demigod, the son of a mortal woman and Poseidon, god of the sea. His mother sends him to a summer camp for demigods, where he and his new friends set out on a quest to prevent a war between the gods. Book #1 AR Quiz Availability: Reading Practice, Literacy Skills, Vocabulary Practice ATOS Book Level: 4.7 Interest Level: Middle Grades (MG 4-8).

Date Published:2006

Be a good ancestor

Prince, Leona,


"Edited by Liz Kemp"--Colophon. "Thought-provoking stanzas encourage readers of all ages to consider they ways in which they live in connection to the world around them and encourages them to think deeply about their behaviors. Rooted in Indigenous teachings, the message delivered by the authors is universal, be a good ancestor to the world around you."--
Date Published:2022

Treaty words : for as long as the rivers flow /

Craft, Aimée, 1980-,


"The first treaty that was made was between the earth and the sky. It was an agreement to work together. We build all of our treaties on that original treaty. On the banks of the river that have been Mishomis's home his whole life, he teaches his granddaughter to listen--to hear both the sounds and the silences, and so to learn her place in Creation. Most importantly, he teaches her about treaties--the bonds of reciprocity and renewal that endure for as long as the sun shines, the grass grows, and the rivers flow. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations by Luke Swinson and an author's note at the end, Aimée Craft affirms the importance of understanding an Indigenous perspective on treaties in this evocative book that is essential for readers of all ages."--
Date Published:2021

"The first treaty that was made was between the earth and the sky. It was an agreement to work together. We build all of our treaties on that original treaty. On the banks of the river that have been Mishomis's home his whole life, he teaches his granddaughter to listen--to hear both the sounds and the silences, and so to learn her place in Creation. Most importantly, he teaches her about treaties--the bonds of reciprocity and renewal that endure for as long as the sun shines, the grass grows, and the rivers flow. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations by Luke Swinson and an author's note at the end, Aimée Craft affirms the importance of understanding an Indigenous perspective on treaties in this evocative book that is essential for readers of all ages."--

Date Published:2021

One flew over the cuckoo's nest

Kesey, Ken.


In this classic novel, Ken Kesey’s hero is Randle Patrick McMurphy, a boisterous, brawling, fun-loving rebel who swaggers into the world of a mental hospital and takes over. A lusty, life-affirming fighter, McMurphy rallies the other patients around him by challenging the dictatorship of Nurse Ratched. He promotes gambling in the ward, smuggles in wine and women, and openly defies the rules at every turn. But this defiance, which starts as a sport, soon develops into a grim struggle, an all-out war between two relentless opponents: Nurse Ratched, backed by the full power of authority, and McMurphy, who has only his own indomitable will. What happens when Nurse Ratched uses her ultimate weapon against McMurphy provides the story’s shocking climax.
Date Published:1962

In this classic novel, Ken Kesey’s hero is Randle Patrick McMurphy, a boisterous, brawling, fun-loving rebel who swaggers into the world of a mental hospital and takes over. A lusty, life-affirming fighter, McMurphy rallies the other patients around him by challenging the dictatorship of Nurse Ratched. He promotes gambling in the ward, smuggles in wine and women, and openly defies the rules at every turn. But this defiance, which starts as a sport, soon develops into a grim struggle, an all-out war between two relentless opponents: Nurse Ratched, backed by the full power of authority, and McMurphy, who has only his own indomitable will. What happens when Nurse Ratched uses her ultimate weapon against McMurphy provides the story’s shocking climax.

Date Published:1962

The Crucible : a play in four acts /

Miller, Arthur, 1915-2005.


A note on the historical accuracy of this play -- Act one (An overture) -- Act two -- Act three -- Act four -- Echoes down the corridor -- Cast -- Appendix. Against the backdrop of the seventeenth-century Salem witch trials, a woman extracts revenge against her married paramour by charging that he and his wife are sorcerers.
Date Published:1976

Still this love goes on

Sainte-Marie, Buffy,


A love letter to Indigenous communities everywhere, this picture book gorgeously illustrated by Julie Flett celebrates seasons, nature, and community. Based on Academy Award-winning Cree icon Buffy Sainte-Marie's song of the same name, Still This Love Goes On is a stunning celebration of Indigenous experience. Breathtaking illustrations from celebrated Cree-Mt�?is artist Julie Flett combine with Sainte-Marie's vivid lyrics to craft a remarkable piece of art.
Date Published:2023

A love letter to Indigenous communities everywhere, this picture book gorgeously illustrated by Julie Flett celebrates seasons, nature, and community. Based on Academy Award-winning Cree icon Buffy Sainte-Marie's song of the same name, Still This Love Goes On is a stunning celebration of Indigenous experience. Breathtaking illustrations from celebrated Cree-Mt�?is artist Julie Flett combine with Sainte-Marie's vivid lyrics to craft a remarkable piece of art.

Date Published:2023

Are you my mother

Eastman, P. D. (Philip D.),


"Originally published by Random House in a slightly different form in 1960 as Are You My Mother? (Beginner Books)"--Preliminary page. On board pages. A newly hatched bird goes looking for its mother.
Date Published:1998

Invisible Stanley

Brown, Jeff, 1926-2003.


One morning after a thunderstorm, the Lambchop family is surprised to discover that Stanley is suddenly invisible.
Date Published:1996

Stanley and the magic lamp

Brown, Jeff, 1926-2003.


Published by arrangement with Harper, Â©2003, illustrations copyright Â©2010.
Date Published:2010

Marvel rising

Grayson, Devin,


Collecting Marvel Rising #0, Marvel Rising: Alpha #1, Marvel Rising: Squirrel Girl/Ms. Marvel #1, Marvel Rising: Ms. Marvel/Squirrel Girl #1 and Marvel Rising: Omega #1. Marvel Rising #0 / writer, Devin Grayson ; artist, Marco Failla -- Marvel Rising: Alpha and Omega / writer, Devin Grayson ; artists, Georges Duarte with Roberto Di Salvo -- Marvel Rising: Squirrel Girl, Ms. Marvel / writers, Ryan North and G. Willow Wilson with Devin Grayson ; artists, Irene Strychalski and Ramon Bachs -- Marvel Rising: Ms. Marvel, Squirrel Girl / writers, G. Willow Wilson and Ryan North with Devin Grayson / artists, Ramon Bachs and Irene Strychalski.
Date Published:2018

Collecting Marvel Rising #0, Marvel Rising: Alpha #1, Marvel Rising: Squirrel Girl/Ms. Marvel #1, Marvel Rising: Ms. Marvel/Squirrel Girl #1 and Marvel Rising: Omega #1. Marvel Rising #0 / writer, Devin Grayson ; artist, Marco Failla -- Marvel Rising: Alpha and Omega / writer, Devin Grayson ; artists, Georges Duarte with Roberto Di Salvo -- Marvel Rising: Squirrel Girl, Ms. Marvel / writers, Ryan North and G. Willow Wilson with Devin Grayson ; artists, Irene Strychalski and Ramon Bachs -- Marvel Rising: Ms. Marvel, Squirrel Girl / writers, G. Willow Wilson and Ryan North with Devin Grayson / artists, Ramon Bachs and Irene Strychalski.

Date Published:2018