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It's shoe time!

Collier, Bryan,


School Library Journal starred, October 2017. Booklist starred, October 2017. Horn Book Starred, January 2018. Kirkus Review, October 2017. Elephant and Piggie read a book about deciding what shoes to wear.
Date Published:2017

Wings of Fire #3: The Hidden Kingdom : the graphic novel /

Sutherland, Tui, 1978-,


"Graphix." The five dragonets of the prophecy are hoping to hide in safety in the RainWing kingdom, and Glory is hoping to learn more about her own identity, but when tribe members start disappearing and the old queen does nothing, it is up to Glory and her friends to uncover the lurking evil. In graphic novel format.
Date Published:2019

Dewey : there's a cat in the library! /

Myron, Vicki,


Dewey the cat, who finds a new home at the Spencer Library when librarian Vicky Myron finds him in the return box, learns that young visitors like to chase him, pull his tail, and give him tight hugs, but he soon realizes that, despite the demands, helping people is what he does best. .
Date Published:2009

Cirque du freak : a living nightmare /

Shan, Darren,


Sequel: The vampire's assistant. Includes the first chapter of The vampire's assistant. School Library Journal, May 2001. Booklist, April 2001. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), April 2001. Two boys who are best friends visit an illegal freak show, where an encounter with a vampire and a deadly spider forces them to make life-changing choices.
Date Published:2002

The good for nothing button

Harper, Charise Mericle,


Kirkus Review, April 2017. "Yellow Bird has found a button and wants to share it with Red Bird and Blue Bird. This is just an ordinary button. It does not do anything when you press it. But when Red Bird and Blue Bird give it try, they are delighted to find that the button does not do nothing, and that is something!"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2017

Wings of Fire #5 : The Brightest Night /

Sutherland, Tui, 1978-,


"Graphix." Sunny has always taken the Dragonet Prophecy very seriously, so Morrowseer's devastating news changes everything--now she must forge a new identity, and find a way to stop the futile and destructive war between the dragon clans. In graphic novel format.
Date Published:2021

Bone #8: Treasure Hunters

Smith, Jeff, 1960 Feb. 27-,


The Bone cousins must find a treasure in order to save the ancient city of Atheia from a tyrant.
Date Published:2008

The girl in the white van

Henry, April,


"Christy Ottaviano Books." School Library Journal, April 2020. Booklist, April 2020. Told in multiple voices, sixteen-year-old Savannah Taylor is abducted after her kung fu class and must figure out how to escape and rescue fellow prisoner Jenny Dowd.
Date Published:2021

Almost astronauts : the true story of the "Mercury 13" women /

Stone, Tanya Lee,


"The true story of the "Mercury 13" women"-Cover. "T minus thirty-eight years" -- "I jumped at the offer" -- "Not a meaningful test!" -- "Mommy's going to the moon!" -- "It was too good to be true" -- "Regret to advise" -- "Let's stop this now!" -- "Jerrie Cobb isn't running this program. I am!" -- "The men go off and fight the wars and fly the airplanes" -- "NASA never had any intention of putting those women in space" -- "We want to see a woman driving the bus, not sitting in the back" -- "I am living proof that dreams do come true.". What does it take to be an astronaut? Excellence at flying, courage, intelligence, resistance to stress, top physical shape, any checklist would include these. But when America created NASA in 1958, there was another unspoken rule: you had to be a man. Here is the tale of thirteen women who proved that they were not only as tough as the toughest man but also brave enough to challenge the government. They were blocked by prejudice, jealousy, and the scrawled note of one of the most powerful men in Washington. But even though the Mercury 13 women did not make it into space, they did not lose, for their example empowered young women to take their place in the sky, piloting jets and commanding space capsules. Almost Astronauts is the story of thirteen true pioneers of the space age.
Date Published:2009

"The true story of the "Mercury 13" women"-Cover. "T minus thirty-eight years" -- "I jumped at the offer" -- "Not a meaningful test!" -- "Mommy's going to the moon!" -- "It was too good to be true" -- "Regret to advise" -- "Let's stop this now!" -- "Jerrie Cobb isn't running this program. I am!" -- "The men go off and fight the wars and fly the airplanes" -- "NASA never had any intention of putting those women in space" -- "We want to see a woman driving the bus, not sitting in the back" -- "I am living proof that dreams do come true.". What does it take to be an astronaut? Excellence at flying, courage, intelligence, resistance to stress, top physical shape, any checklist would include these. But when America created NASA in 1958, there was another unspoken rule: you had to be a man. Here is the tale of thirteen women who proved that they were not only as tough as the toughest man but also brave enough to challenge the government. They were blocked by prejudice, jealousy, and the scrawled note of one of the most powerful men in Washington. But even though the Mercury 13 women did not make it into space, they did not lose, for their example empowered young women to take their place in the sky, piloting jets and commanding space capsules. Almost Astronauts is the story of thirteen true pioneers of the space age.

Date Published:2009

Jujutsu kaisen

Akutami, Gege, 1992-,


Translated from the Japanese. Book reads from right to left in the traditional Japanese format. "Parental advisory: Jujutsu kaisen is rated T+ for older teen and is recommended for ages 16 and up. This v. contains fantasy violence"--Colophon. Library Journal web only, April 2020. "In a world where cursed spirits feed on unsuspecting humans, fragments of the legendary and feared demon Ryoma Sukuna have been lost and scattered about. Should any demon consume Sukuna's body parts, the power they gain could destroy the world as we know it. Fortunately, there exists a mysterious school of Jujutsu Sorcerers who exist to protect the precarious existence of the living from the supernatural! Although Yuji Itadori looks like your average teenager, his immense physical strength is something to behold! Every sports club wants him to join, but Itadori would rather hang out with the school outcasts in the Occult Research Club. One day, the club manages to get their hands on a sealed cursed object. Little do they know the terror they'll unleash when they break the seal"--Back cover.
Date Published:2019

Translated from the Japanese. Book reads from right to left in the traditional Japanese format. "Parental advisory: Jujutsu kaisen is rated T+ for older teen and is recommended for ages 16 and up. This v. contains fantasy violence"--Colophon. Library Journal web only, April 2020. "In a world where cursed spirits feed on unsuspecting humans, fragments of the legendary and feared demon Ryoma Sukuna have been lost and scattered about. Should any demon consume Sukuna's body parts, the power they gain could destroy the world as we know it. Fortunately, there exists a mysterious school of Jujutsu Sorcerers who exist to protect the precarious existence of the living from the supernatural! Although Yuji Itadori looks like your average teenager, his immense physical strength is something to behold! Every sports club wants him to join, but Itadori would rather hang out with the school outcasts in the Occult Research Club. One day, the club manages to get their hands on a sealed cursed object. Little do they know the terror they'll unleash when they break the seal"--Back cover.

Date Published:2019

The lightning thief

Riordan, Rick,


Wilson's Junior High School, August 2006. School Library Journal starred, August 2005. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2006. Kirkus Starred, June 2005. Booklist, September 2005. New York Times, November 2005. Horn Book, April 2006. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), October 2005. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), August 2005. Library Media Connection, August 2005. Percy, expelled from six schools for being unable to control his temper, learns the truth from his mother that his father is the Greek god Poseidon, and is sent to Camp Half Blood where he is befriended by a satyr and the demigod daughter of Athena who join him in a journey to the Underworld to retrieve Zeus's lightning bolt and prevent a catastrophic war.
Date Published:2006

Wilson's Junior High School, August 2006. School Library Journal starred, August 2005. Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.), January 2006. Kirkus Starred, June 2005. Booklist, September 2005. New York Times, November 2005. Horn Book, April 2006. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), October 2005. Voice of Youth Advocates (V.O.Y.A.), August 2005. Library Media Connection, August 2005. Percy, expelled from six schools for being unable to control his temper, learns the truth from his mother that his father is the Greek god Poseidon, and is sent to Camp Half Blood where he is befriended by a satyr and the demigod daughter of Athena who join him in a journey to the Underworld to retrieve Zeus's lightning bolt and prevent a catastrophic war.

Date Published:2006

Assassination classroom

Matsui, Yūsei, 1981-,


Translation of: Ansatsu kyoshitsu. "First published in Japan in 2012 by Shueisha Inc., Tokyo"--Colophon. "This book reads from right to left"--Back cover. "Rated T+ for older teens. Parental advisory, Assassination classroom is rated T+ for older teen and is recommended for ages 16 and up. It contains realistic violence and suggestive situations"--Colophon. "Koro Sensei tells all: his former profession, his nickname, the mad scientists responsible for his unique cephalopod physiognomy, the love of his life, and why he wants to teach the 3-E students. New light is shed not only on his character, but on the reason he vowed to destroy the Earth in March. Will these revelations change 3-E's commitment to assassinating their teacher (and saving the planet)?"--Back cover.
Date Published:2017

Translation of: Ansatsu kyoshitsu. "First published in Japan in 2012 by Shueisha Inc., Tokyo"--Colophon. "This book reads from right to left"--Back cover. "Rated T+ for older teens. Parental advisory, Assassination classroom is rated T+ for older teen and is recommended for ages 16 and up. It contains realistic violence and suggestive situations"--Colophon. "Koro Sensei tells all: his former profession, his nickname, the mad scientists responsible for his unique cephalopod physiognomy, the love of his life, and why he wants to teach the 3-E students. New light is shed not only on his character, but on the reason he vowed to destroy the Earth in March. Will these revelations change 3-E's commitment to assassinating their teacher (and saving the planet)?"--Back cover.

Date Published:2017

Assassination classroom

Matsui, Yūsei, 1981-,


Translation of: Ansatsu kyoshitsu. "First published in Japan in 2012 by Shueisha Inc., Tokyo"--Colophon. "This book reads from right to left"--Back cover. "Rated T+ for older teens. Parental advisory, Assassination classroom is rated T+ for older teen and is recommended for ages 16 and up. It contains realistic violence and suggestive situations"--Colophon. "The class is divided: one half wants to carry on with the plan to assassinate Koro Sensei, while the other half wants to save him. So Koro Sensei splits them into two teams, led by Nagisa and Karma, and has them battle it out. The students of 3-E draw on everything they've learned so far to battle for or against Koro Sensei's life! Then, to uphold their now unified goal, they need to infiltrate the International Space Station..."--Back cover.
Date Published:2017

Translation of: Ansatsu kyoshitsu. "First published in Japan in 2012 by Shueisha Inc., Tokyo"--Colophon. "This book reads from right to left"--Back cover. "Rated T+ for older teens. Parental advisory, Assassination classroom is rated T+ for older teen and is recommended for ages 16 and up. It contains realistic violence and suggestive situations"--Colophon. "The class is divided: one half wants to carry on with the plan to assassinate Koro Sensei, while the other half wants to save him. So Koro Sensei splits them into two teams, led by Nagisa and Karma, and has them battle it out. The students of 3-E draw on everything they've learned so far to battle for or against Koro Sensei's life! Then, to uphold their now unified goal, they need to infiltrate the International Space Station..."--Back cover.

Date Published:2017

I’ll be a cowboy

Bijsterbosch, Anita,


Time to play dress-up! There’s a party at school tomorrow, and all the children get to dress up. Sammy isn’t sure which costume to wear. He could go as a cowboy, a pirate, a knight, or…?
Date Published:2018

Assassination classroom

Matsui, Yūsei, 1981-,


So how are you going to pull off the killing of your teacher (the best one you ever had)? You got an "F" on your quiz and he mispronounced your name again!!! Can your classmates help or are they too pathetic?
Date Published:2017

Black clover : Volume 15.

Tabata, Yūki,


Translation of: Burakku kuroba. "This book reads from right to left"--Back cover. "Parental Advisory: Black Clover is rated T for Teen and is recommended for ages 13 and up. This volume contains realistic and fantasy violence"--Page facing title page. "As the Royal Knights selection test enters its final stage, a surprising team is still in contention! Can Asta or Yuno take the crown? And after the test is over, the real battle begins when the members of the Royal Knights are decided! What will be their first mission...?"--Back cover.
Date Published:2019

Translation of: Burakku kuroba. "This book reads from right to left"--Back cover. "Parental Advisory: Black Clover is rated T for Teen and is recommended for ages 13 and up. This volume contains realistic and fantasy violence"--Page facing title page. "As the Royal Knights selection test enters its final stage, a surprising team is still in contention! Can Asta or Yuno take the crown? And after the test is over, the real battle begins when the members of the Royal Knights are decided! What will be their first mission...?"--Back cover.

Date Published:2019

Black clover : Volume 3.

Tabata, Yūki,


Printed manga-style: book opens from left to right, and pages are read from right to left. Translation of: Burakku kuroba. Originally published: Tokyo : Shueisha Inc., 2015. Asta and his teammates were ready for trouble when the entered the magical dungeon, but going up against the Diamond Kingdom might be too much to handle. If Yuno can't stand up to Mars and his powers, Asta thinks he doesn't stand a chance.
Date Published:2016

Printed manga-style: book opens from left to right, and pages are read from right to left. Translation of: Burakku kuroba. Originally published: Tokyo : Shueisha Inc., 2015. Asta and his teammates were ready for trouble when the entered the magical dungeon, but going up against the Diamond Kingdom might be too much to handle. If Yuno can't stand up to Mars and his powers, Asta thinks he doesn't stand a chance.

Date Published:2016

Assassination classroom

Matsui, Yusei,


Pages ordered from right to left. Chiefly illustrations.
Date Published:2015

Black clover: The strongest brigade : Volume 9.

Tabata, Yūki,


Translation of: Burakku kuroba. "This book reads from right to left"--Back cover. "Parental Advisory: Black Clover is rated T for Teen and is recommended for ages 13 and up. This volume contains fantasy violence"--Page facing title page. "Asta lands what looks like the finishing blow on Vetto, the powerful mage from the Eye of the Midnight Sun. But is the battle truly over, or will Yami need to step in and save the day once again?"--Back cover.
Date Published:2017

Translation of: Burakku kuroba. "This book reads from right to left"--Back cover. "Parental Advisory: Black Clover is rated T for Teen and is recommended for ages 13 and up. This volume contains fantasy violence"--Page facing title page. "Asta lands what looks like the finishing blow on Vetto, the powerful mage from the Eye of the Midnight Sun. But is the battle truly over, or will Yami need to step in and save the day once again?"--Back cover.

Date Published:2017

A sky beyond the storm

Tahir, Sabaa,


Map on end papers. School Library Journal, December 2020. Booklist starred, December 2020. "Laia, Elias, and Helene must risk everything to defeat their foes--both human and supernatural--and prevent the coming of an otherworldly maelstrom"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2020