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101 Dalmatians
by Dodie Smith
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A rollicking adventure that is also exuberant fun, Dodie Smith's 101 Dalmatians has become a modern classic for children and families.The alarming premise is that Dalmatian puppies have begun to vanishall over England. Behind this dastardly crime is a villain whoseviciousness is matched only by her style, the one and only Cruella deVil. Who will save them? The fate of their fellow canines is left toPongo and his Missis, aided by their masters Mr. and Mrs. Dearly,who rally dogs all over England t... more info>> (Published: 2002)
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A Troll for Christmas
by Harley Sachs
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Anna-Lena complained to Santa that she didn't get what she wanted for her birthday. Her letter was found by the elves who had their own problem: Kalle, a displaced Swedish troll who was nothing but trouble. The elves send Kalle to Anna-Lena with dire results for the whole family. Other stories include "David's Tree" about a Jewish boy who wants a Christmas tree, recollections of past Christmases about Belinda's eyeglasses, and Cynthia's doll, Baby Suzy, who really was sent to "Santa" to be repai... more info>> (Published: 2002)
Words: 500 - Reading Time: 1-2 min.
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Bluegum Christmas: A Miracle at Sassafras Creek [Green Heart Series Book 2]
by Marlies Bugmann
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Samantha Hogan stopped speaking the day a brushfire destroyed part of her family's farm, Sassafras Creek. Now, her parents desperately need money, and to get it, they'll have to sell the stand of magnificent bluegums on the farm. Ben Arthurson's life is wonderful. He has a new mom, the secret of the Kangaroo Dog is safe and he has a special new friend in Samantha. He hopes his dad and his grandpa will find a way to save the bluegums and help Sam's family. Then, he and Sam discover a flock of lov... more info>> (Published: 2002)
Words: 26500 - Reading Time: 75-106 min.
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Kangaroo Dog [Green Heart Series Book 1]
by Marlies Bugmann
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Seven-year-old Ben Arthurson lives on a farm on the north-eastern fringe of the Tasmanian wilderness. During his adventure treks into the rainforest, he discovers a young thylacine, a creature thought to be long extinct. Events that follow his sensational find almost reveal the existence of the animal, but with the help of his Aunt Steffie Ben keeps the secret and fulfils his greatest wish. (Published: 2002)
Words: 29300 - Reading Time: 83-117 min.
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The Lying Day
by Lois Wickstrom
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A child lies to his mother about cleaning his room. For the rest of the day, his mother doesn't believe a word he says. He tries to trick her, but only the truth will do. This humorous tale ends with mom promising she'll believe him in the future, even if he tells her that the aliens came to his room and put his toys under the bed. She knows he wouldn't say such a thing if it weren't true. (Published: 1999)
Words: 970 - Reading Time: 2-3 min.
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My Chemical Day
by Lois Wickstrom
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A student goes through the day, noticing the chemical properties of common objects and the chemical reactions that go on around us. (Published: 1999)
Words: 2396 - Reading Time: 6-9 min.
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Nessie and the Living Stone
by Lois Wickstrom, Jean Lorrah
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Nessie and the Living Stone is a chapter book for 8-12 year olds. Craig's family, including his bratty little sister Linda, are on holiday at Loch Ness. There's Roy, the obnoxious Loch Ness Coast Guard, who wants to capture Nessie and stuff her and put her in a museum. There's Mrs. Carmichael, who runs the Bed and Breakfast where Craig's family is staying. She recognizes a blue stone that Craig found, and calls it a living stone. And there's Nessie herself, guarding her secret realm at the botto... more info>> (Published: 2000)
Words: 10675 - Reading Time: 30-42 min.
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The Mystery of the Missing Meteor Field Carrots [An Orange Forest Rabbit Tale]
by Lois Wickstrom, Lucrecia Darling
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The Orange Forest Rabbit's successful carrot business looks doomed when his customers start disappearing. His carrots start disappearing. And then the Orange Forest Rabbit himself disappears. But his faithful dog, Robes Pierre, can still smell him. And together, they solve the mystery. (Published: 2002)
Words: 7862 - Reading Time: 22-31 min.
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Nessie and the Viking Gold
by Lois Wickstrom, Jean Lorrah
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The coins Craig stole from the Vikings were either blessed or cursed. They brought him back to Nessie's lair. But what could he and Linda do to protect Nessie from the sound waves at Urquhart Castle? (Published: 2001)
Words: 16427 - Reading Time: 46-65 min.
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Wendell, The Bully
by Lois Wickstrom
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Wendell was a bully. He was big. He was strong. But Wendell finds out what being a bully really means. (Published: 2003)
Words: 608 - Reading Time: 1-2 min.
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Oliver, a Story About Adoption
by Lois Wickstrom
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Oliver, a lizardlike animal who has been adopted, sulks after being scolded and wonders what his "real" parents are like. (Published: 2000)
Words: 765 - Reading Time: 2-3 min.
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Spencer the Adventurer and the Emerald City
by Stephen S. Keeney
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The city of Seattle is engulfed in horrific weather caused by a maladjusted Romanian Count who is seeking revenge for his unfortunate past. Using a handwritten book given to his late grandfather during World War II, Spencer Herold and the Lake Union Adventurers begin to unravel mysteries from the past and a long history of trickery, betrayal and deceit is revealed. With time running out and the city on the brink of destruction, Spencer and his friends set out on daring adventures to foil the evi... more info>> (Published: 2003)
Words: 56462 - Reading Time: 161-225 min.
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The Rooster Under the Table [A Retold Folktale]
by Lois Wickstrom, Jean Lorrah
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Once upon a time, in a land of magic, there was a princess who didn't want to marry. She wanted to have adventures, or rule a kingdom like her father. She didn't like sitting around in pretty lace-trimmed dresses, eating daintily with fancy silverware, and speaking in a soft, ladylike voice. And those were the only things a princess, or a queen, ever got to do. (Published: 2003)
Words: 3885 - Reading Time: 11-15 min.
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