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Mysteries and crime stories
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Don't let anyone know the paintings are alive. Thirteen-year-old Mona Dunn has followed that rule for almost one hundred years,…
ever since she was painted by William Orpen and her portrait was hung on the walls of the Beaverbrook Art Gallery. So when the gallery director's son, Sargent Singer, discovers Mona is alive, she's sure she's just exposed the gallery's biggest secret. But Sargent, an aspiring artist himself, just wants to know more about the world beyond the frames. When Mona and Sargent suspect shady dealings in the gallery, they set out to find the culprit. Grades 5-8. 2018.
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Award winning fictionAward winning non-fiction, Canadian non-fiction, Canadian history, Canadian travel and geography
Human-narrated audio, Automated braille
12-year-old Guy keeps a journal as he tours Canada with his parents and younger sister, Rachel. Learn about each province…
and territory, with information about major cities along the way, and other fun Canadian facts in sections like "According to Mom/Dad", "Exceedingly Weird", and "Food I Was Introduced to for My Own Good". Also included is "Guy's Family Car Trip Survival Tips". Grades 3-6. 1999.
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Adventure stories
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The adventures of the strongest girl in the world who takes her two friends to visit her father, the king…
of South Seas Island. Sequel to "Pippi Longstocking." Grades 3-6. 1977, c1959. Uniform title: Pippi Långstrump i Söderhavet.
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Adventure stories, Canadian fiction, Canadian authors (Fiction)
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Feisty Annie Magruder and her dog, Carson, live in British Columbia, and they're setting out to visit her sister, Elsie,…
in Newfoundland. In their little rattlebang car, packed with Carson's favourite toy, Squeaky Chicken, and plenty of baloney sandwiches, Annie and Carson hit the road! They travel province by province, taking in each unique landscape and experiencing something special to that particular part of this vast, grand country. They marvel at the beauty of the big, open sky -- and grasshoppers! -- in Saskatchewan and discover the gorgeous red earth and delicious lobster rolls in PEI, before finally being greeted by Elsie - and a surprise for Carson! Grades K-3. 2017.
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Canadian history
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Did you know that you can walk on the ocean floor at the Hopewell Rocks in New Brunswick? Or that…
there was once a UFO sighting in PEI? Or that someone found a real Maud Lewis painting in a thrift shop? Journalist Sarah Sawler, author of the bestselling 100 Things You Don't Know About Nova Scotia, has collected the most interesting, surprising, and bizarre facts that you never knew about Atlantic Canada, just for kids. 100 Things You Don't Know About Atlantic Canada (for Kids) includes fun photos and helpful explanations that go with all the wacky and weird trivia that is sure to entertain and educate. As an added bonus, each 'thing' is paired with an interactive sidebar suggesting fun family activities, and places to visit.
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Adventure stories, Canadian fiction, Canadian authors (Fiction)
Human-transcribed braille
Feisty Annie Magruder and her dog, Carson, live in British Columbia, and they're setting out to visit her sister, Elsie,…
in Newfoundland. In their little rattlebang car, packed with Carson's favorite toy, Squeaky Chicken, and plenty of baloney sandwiches, Annie and Carson hit the road! They travel province by province, taking in each unique landscape and experiencing something special to that particular part of this vast, grand country. They marvel at the beauty of the big, open sky -- and grasshoppers! -- in Saskatchewan and discover the gorgeous red earth and delicious lobster rolls in PEI, before finally being greeted by Elsie -- and a surprise for Carson! Grades K-3. 2017.Available copies:
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Multi-cultural fiction
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An Arab girl of the Sahara who wants to wear a malafa, the veiled dress worn by her mother and…
older sister, learns that the garment represents beauty, mystery, tradition, belonging, and faith. Grades K-3 and older readers. 2013.Available copies:
5
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Adventure and exploration, Canadian history, Canadian travel and geography
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Two young explorers journey on a trip across Canada as they share their favorite cities, parks, and landmarks from coast…
to coast. Facts about Canada's culture, geography, and history put a fun and informative spin on this nonfiction book that every young traveler is sure to enjoy
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Multi-cultural fiction, General fiction
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General non-fiction, History, Arts and entertainment
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From the pyramid erected so that an Egyptian pharaoh would last forever to the dramatic, machine-like Pompidou Center designed by…
two young architects, Patrick Dillon's stories of remarkable buildings--and the remarkable people who made them--celebrates the ingenuity of human creation. For grades 5-8
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General fiction, School stories, Multi-cultural fictionTravel and geography, General non-fiction
Human-narrated audio
Based on an inspiring true story, this book chronicles a young girl's effort to found a school for girls in her small Afghan village. For grades 3-6
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Family stories, General fiction, Friendship stories
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A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2019 An Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature Honor Book 2019 Six-year-old Bilal introduces…
his friends to his favorite dish—daal!—in this charming picture book that showcases the value of patience, teamwork, community, and sharing.Six-year-old Bilal is excited to help his dad make his favorite food of all-time: daal! The slow-cooked lentil dish from South Asia requires lots of ingredients and a whole lot of waiting. Bilal wants to introduce his friends to daal. They’ve never tried it! As the day goes on, the daal continues to simmer, and more kids join Bilal and his family, waiting to try the tasty dish. And as time passes, Bilal begins to wonder: Will his friends like it as much as he does? This debut picture book by Aisha Saeed, with charming illustrations by Anoosha Syed, uses food as a means of bringing a community together to share in each other’s family traditions.
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General fiction, Animal stories
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Peppa and George are going on a cruise vacation in this adorable audiobook! Anchors away! Join Peppa and her family…
on a cruise ship adventure with lots of fantastic stops along the way. What will Peppa and George discover on their trip? This audiobook is based on the hit television show, as seen on Nick Jr
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Multi-cultural fiction, General fiction
Human-narrated audio
Enter into the daily lives of children in the many countries of modern Africa. Countering stereotypes, Africa Is Not a…
Country celebrates the extraordinary diversity of this vibrant continent. This edition includes updates to the text, statistics, and illustrations to reflect Africa in the 2020s. "A lovely book about Africa that gets the issue of its enormous diversity right." -Barbara Brown, Director, Africa in our Schools and Community Program, African Studies Center, Boston University "A book every school must have as we emerge into the global village. Gives good insights into Africa's many cultures, with a balance of the contemporary and traditional that is the way of life now." -Oscar Mokeme, Director, Museum of African Tribal Art, Portland, Maine
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Animal stories, Adventure stories, General fiction, Multi-cultural fictionAnimals and wildlife
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Flora, the firstborn of a litter of piglets, loves to explore and dreams of grand adventures. When Luna the cat…
stops by the pen one day, Flora learns about an incredible world with sled dogs--and can't wait to join them. For grades 3-6. 2013
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Humourous fiction, Adventure stories, Classic fiction, Historical fiction, General fiction
Human-transcribed braille
Pippi takes her friends Annika and Tommy with her to Kurrekurredutt Island in the South Seas, where her father is…
king. Sequel to Pippi Longstocking (BR 16298). For grades 3-6. 1959
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Science and technology, History, Arts and entertainment, General non-fiction
Human-narrated audio
"This accessible nonfiction compendium explores the creation of 10 global landmarks, from the first spark of an idea to the…
final layer of paint. Acclaimed educator Rekha S. Rajan encourages readers to see themselves as the engineers, builders, architects, and more through interactive stories and a unique structure." -- Provided by publisher
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Travel and geography
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This book has some surprising, true facts about South America like it boasts the world's driest desert, tallest waterfall, longest mountain range etc.
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Arts and entertainment, Travel and geography, Customs and cultures
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Some people's closets are full of jeans and T-shirts. Some wear traditional outfits. It all depends on your custom! Explore…
what people in different parts of the world wear in this fun, engaging series that develops kids' understanding of our diverse global community and their place in it.
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Asian travel and geography, Travel and geography, European travel and geography
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What is it like to live in or visit Argentina? What makes Argentina’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Argentinian people.