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Danny, the Champion of the World
Brief Summary
Danny’s life seems perfect: his home is a gypsy caravan, he’s the youngest car mechanic around, and his best friend is his dad, who never runs out of wonderful stories to tell. And when Danny discovers his father’s secret, he’s off on the adventure of a lifetime.
Here’s Roald Dahl’s famous story about a 9-year-old boy, his dad, and a daring and hilarious pheasant-snatching expedition. Just as important, it’s the story of the love between a boy and his father who, in Danny’s own words, is "the most marvelous and exciting father a boy ever had.”
ISBN:9780375814259
Author:Roald Dahl and Quentin Blake
Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator
Brief Summary
Last seen flying through the sky in a giant elevator in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Charlie Bucket's back for another adventure. When the giant elevator picks up speed, Charlie, Willy Wonka, and the gang are sent hurtling through space and time.
Visiting the world’' first space hotel, battling the dreaded Vermilions kids, and saving the world are only a few stops along this remarkable, intergalactic joyride.
ISBN:9780142404126
Author:Roald Dahl and Quentin Blake
A Game Called Chaos -The Hardy Boys
Brief Summary
The Hardys get a call for help from their friend Phil Cohen: seems his cousin, a project manager at a software company, can't find Steven Royal, the eccentric designer of the company's popular Chaos games.
Is his disappearance a move in a deadly real-life game?
ISBN:9780671038700
Author:Franklin W. Dixon
Greedy Zebra
Brief summary
When the animal’s discovered a cave full of furs and skins, they discarded their drab skins for glossy new ones. Greedy zebra, arrives late, after a delicious snack, only to find a few stripes of black cloth. He squeezes into them but Greedy Zebra is too big for them and his new coat bursts open!
The story of how all the animals chose their clothing, except for Greedy Zebra, who had to take the left-over pieces. .
ISBN:9780340409121
Author:Mwenye Hadithi and Adrienne Kennaway
Enormous Elephant – African Ani...
Crafty Chameleon – African Anim...
Brief summary
Tormented every morning by leopard and bullied by crocodile, the clever little chameleon decides to play a trick on them. He manages to get the better of his two oppressors without them even knowing how he did it!
This is the story of why Crafty Chameleon changes color and hides when he hears you coming.
ISBN:9780340486986
Author:Mwenye Hadithi and Adrienne Kennaway
Big Nate: Strikes Again
Brief summary
For fans of Jeff Kinney and Raina Telgemeier, here comes the second novel in the New York Times bestselling Big Nate series.
BIG NATE will surpass all others!
But it won’t be easy. He’s stuck with Gina, his all-time enemy, in a class project for his least favorite teacher Mrs. Godfrey, aka Godzilla. To make matters worse, Gina ALSO ends up on his fleeceball team, right when Nate is set to win his first fleeceball championship ever. This is his moment for glory, but Gina's sure to steal his thunder, or ruin everything.
Will Nate win or lose? Pass or fail? Or end up in detention . . . AGAIN?
ISBN:9780061944369
Author:Lincoln Peirce
Big Nate: In the Zone
Brief summary
The sixth Big Nate book in the New York Times bestselling series by Lincoln Peirce! Perfect for fans of the hilarious Diary of Wimpy Kid series.
A laugh-out-loud must-read illustrated novel starring the one and only cartooning genius, king of detention, and Cheez Doodle connoisseur, Nate Wright. Nate’s not having the best of luck . . . in fact; he’s not having ANY luck. But with a little boost thanks to Chad’s lucky foot, suddenly good luck is everywhere Nate turns! Nate’s in the zone! But how long will it last?
Includes a sneak peek to the seventh Big Nate novel!
ISBN:9780062299710
Author:Lincoln Peirce
Eragon: Inheritance, Book 1 by Christ...
One boy. One dragon. A world of adventure.
When Eragon finds a polished blue stone in the forest, he thinks it is the lucky discovery of a poor farm boy; perhaps it will buy his family meat for the winter. But when the stone brings a dragon hatchling, Eragon realizes he has stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself.
Overnight his simple life is shattered, and he is thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic, and power. With only an ancient sword and the advice of an old storyteller for guidance, Eragon and the fledgling dragon must navigate the dangerous terrain and dark enemies of an Empire ruled by a king whose evil knows no bounds.
Can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders? The fate of the Empire may rest in his hands?
ISBN:9780375826696
Author:Christopher Paolini
The Hunger Games Book One
Brief Summary
Winning will make you famous.
Losing means certain death.
The nation of Panem, formed from a post-apocalyptic North America, is a country that consists of a wealthy Capitol region surrounded by 12 poorer districts. Early in its history, a rebellion led by a 13th district against the Capitol resulted in its destruction and the creation of an annual televised event known as the Hunger Games.
In punishment, and as a reminder of the power and grace of the Capitol, each district must yield one boy and one girl between the ages of 12 and 18 through a lottery system to participate in the games. The 'tributes' are chosen during the annual Reaping and are forced to fight to the death, leaving only one survivor to claim victory.
When 16-year-old Katniss's young sister, Prim, is selected as District 12's female representative, Katniss volunteers to take her place. She and her male counterpart Peeta, are pitted against bigger, stronger representatives, some of whom have trained for this their whole lives. , she sees it as a death sentence. But Katniss has been close to death before. For her, survival is second nature.
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ISBN:9780439023481
Author:Suzanne Collins
The Sword of Summer
Magnus Chase has always been a troubled kid. Since his mother’s mysterious death, he’s lived alone on the streets of Boston, surviving by his wits, keeping one step ahead of the police and the truant officers.One day, he’s tracked down by a man he’s never met—a man his mother claimed was dangerous. The man tells him an impossible secret: Magnus is the son of a Norse god.The Viking myths are true. The gods of Asgard are preparing for war. Trolls, giants and worse monsters are stirring for doomsday. To prevent Ragnarok, Magnus must search the Nine Worlds for a weapon that has been lost for thousands of years.When an attack by fire giants forces him to choose between his own safety and the lives of hundreds of innocents, Magnus makes a fatal decision.Sometimes, the only way to start a new life is to die . . .
ISBN:2147483647
Author:Rick Riordan
Summer Term at Malory Towers
Secret Seven:Fun for the Secret Seven
Premier Sound Workbook for Baby Class
Diary of a Wimpy Kid:The Third Wheel
Love is in the air—but what does that mean for Greg Heffley? A Valentine's Day dance at Greg's middle school has turned his world upside down. As Greg scrambles to find a date, he's worried he'll be left out in the cold on the big night. His best friend, Rowley, doesn't have any prospects either, but that's a small consolation.
An unexpected twist gives Greg a partner for the dance and leaves Rowley the odd man out. But a lot can happen in one night, and in the end, you never know who's going to be lucky in love."
ISBN:141348568
Author:KINNEY JEFF
It’s Trevor Noah: Born a Crime:...
We do horrible things to one another because we don’t see the person it affects. . . . We don’t see them as people.
Trevor Noah, host of The Daily Show on Comedy Central, shares his remarkable story of growing up in South Africa with a black South African mother and a white European father at a time when it was against the law for a mixed-race child to exist. But he did exist--and from the beginning, the often-misbehaved Trevor used his keen smarts and humor to navigate a harsh life under a racist government.
In a country where racism barred blacks from social, educational, and economic opportunity, Trevor surmounted staggering obstacles and created a promising future for himself thanks to his mom’s unwavering love and indomitable will.
This honest and poignant memoir adapted from the #1 New York Times bestseller Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood will astound and inspire readers as well as offer a fascinating perspective on South Africa’s tumultuous racial history.
Marketing Goods & Services by Jo...
Marketing Goods and Services introduces learners to the exciting world of marketing and communication. The book helps children understand how businesses attract customers, promote products, and build trust in the market. Using relatable examples and engaging illustrations, learners discover that successful marketing is not just about selling, but about understanding people and creating value.
Rotai the Dreamer by Tatenda Catherin...
Dubbed “the dreamer” by his fellow villagers, Rotai embodies the essence of aspiration amidst adversity. While others labour beneath the sun's stern gaze, he finds solace beneath the classical Musasa tree, sketching visions of vibrant futures. Yet, dreams, as the story poignantly reveals, are mere wisps against the harsh realities of hunger and despair. Rotai’s family, steeped in poverty, mirrors the cracked earth around them. His mother, Hazvinei, a seamstress grappling with the weight of survival, becomes the quiet force that ignites Rotai's resolve. A serendipitous encounter with a barren patch of land awakens in him a yearning to cultivate life where none exists. With fierce determination, Rotai seeks to transform the desolate soil into a sanctuary of growth. Despite the scepticism of his peers, he nurtures his garden with unwavering dedication, illustrating the philosophical truth that belief can birth reality from the most unyielding circumstances. The emergence of the first green shoots symbolizes not just the revival of the land, but the rekindling of hope within the community. As the garden flourishes, so too does the collective spirit of the villagers. They gather to celebrate not merely the harvest, but the reflective metamorphosis of despair into joy; a testament to the power of nurturing not just plants, but dreams and connections. Rotai’s journey from a boy labelled a dreamer to a revered agriculturalist reflects the transformative potential inherent in belief, education, and community. Thus, Rotai the Dreamer is an imaginative exploration of the interface between dreams and reality, illustrating that from the depths of desolation, one can cultivate a garden of hope; a living testament to the resilience of the human spirit, ever reaching for the light.