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The Girls' Book of Excellence: Even More Ways to Be the Best at Everything
The Girls' Book of Excellence: Even More Ways to Be the Best at Everything
by Scholastic
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Girls will learn how to be excellent....at everything! In this book, girls will find even more tremendous tips on how they can be the best at everything. This time around, they will learn how to: Survive a charging elephant. Be a synchronized swimmer... (read more)

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How to Survive Anything: Shark Attack, Lightning, Embarrassing Parents, Pop Quizzes, and Other Perilous Situations (National Geographic Kids)
How to Survive Anything: Shark Attack, Lightning, Embarrassing Parents, Pop Quizzes, and Other Perilous Situations (National Geographic Kids)
by Rachel Buchholz
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Let's face it. With school pressures, social pressures, parental pressures...the teenage years are tough. Your best friend is with you one day, dating your crush the next. But it could be worse! You could be face-to-face with an angry grizzly, or chest... (read more)

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The Pocket Daring Book for Girls: Wisdom & Wonder
The Pocket Daring Book for Girls: Wisdom & Wonder
by Andrea Buchanan
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Revisit old favorites and discover even more facts and stories. The perfect pocket book for any girl on a quest for knowledge. Includes New Chapters + the Best Wisdom & Wonder from The Daring Book for... (read more)

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Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Weird Junior Edition
Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Weird Junior Edition
by David Borgenicht
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Vampires, zombies, aliens, mummies, dragons. Yes, even the weird, unexplained, and other-worldly need to be survived The authors of the best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series are back with a hilarious (and helpful ) handbook that's a blast through space,... (read more)

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The Pocket Guide to Girl Stuff
The Pocket Guide to Girl Stuff
by Bart King
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Girls can be a mystery-even to themselves. Sometimes girls just need a little guidance and know-how. They get that and more with Pocket Guide to Girl Stuff. Acclaimed author Bart King delves into the secret world of girls-with the help of his five... (read more)

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The Pocket Book for Schoolgirls 1958
The Pocket Book for Schoolgirls 1958
by Carlton Wallace
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Have you ever wondered how to cross-stitch? Or how to politely decline an invitation? Or how to set a broken bone? Packed with useful information and helpful factoids from around the world, this is a girls guide to adventurous and successful living both... (read more)

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Girls Only: How to Survive Anything (Best at Everything)
Girls Only: How to Survive Anything (Best at Everything)
by Scholastic
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A new graphic novel from the team that brought you the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling Best at Everything series! Unlike those other books for girls that are a little too daring, GIRLS ONLY: HOW TO SURVIVE ANYTHING is the perfect guide. In addition to the mix... (read more)

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Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook Gross Junior Edition
Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook Gross Junior Edition
by David Borgenicht
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Leave it to the authors of the best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series to serve up a hilarious and totally gross handbook that will guide kids through all things slippery, slimy, and stinky. Find out how to survive boogers, bloody noses, barfing... (read more)

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The Girls' Book: How to Be the Best at Everything
The Girls' Book: How to Be the Best at Everything
by Scholastic
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A spiffy guide to anything and everything a girl could need to know! How to do almost anything in one handy little book! Want to be known for your unique style? Inside you'll learn how to design your own clothes (p. 35), do the perfect manicure (p. 82... (read more)

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Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Extreme Junior Edition
Worst Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Extreme Junior Edition
by Justin Heimberg
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Braces. Bullies. Chores. Childhood is chock-full of perils but finally here's something to come to the rescue. The newest title in the phenomenally successful Worst-Case Scenario series provides kid-friendly, hands-on, step-by-step instructions for... (read more)

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The Adventurers' Handbook: An Extreme, Extraordinary, and Exciting Journey Around the World
The Adventurers' Handbook: An Extreme, Extraordinary, and Exciting Journey Around the World
by Anita Ganeri
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Pack your knapsack and get ready, adventurers, were going on a trip around the world! Make sure you have your compass and hiking boots and are prepared for the coolest and craziest adventures, but most importantly, dont forget to take your Adventurers... (read more)

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The Boys' Book of Greatness: Even More Ways to Be the Best at Everything
The Boys' Book of Greatness: Even More Ways to Be the Best at Everything
by Scholastic
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Boys will learn how to be the greatest....at everything! This book is full of even more ways to be the best at everything. This time around, boys will have the chance to learn how to: Pitch a tent. Fake a bloody scar. Be the world's greatest air... (read more)

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Kid Confidential: An Insider's Guide to Grown-Ups
Kid Confidential: An Insider's Guide to Grown-Ups
by Monte Montgomery
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Lets face it: Being a kid isnt easy. Compared to adults, kids are inexperienced, powerless, and short. Just as it would be irresponsible to send travelers to a strange city without a map, it would be wrong to let defenseless kids navigate a world... (read more)

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365 Things to Do Before You Grow Up: Explore, Discover, Try Something New Every Day! (Little Giant Books)
365 Things to Do Before You Grow Up: Explore, Discover, Try Something New Every Day! (Little Giant Books)
by Marc Tyler Nobleman
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Hundreds of ideas; endless hours of entertainment!How many ways can a kid have fun? At least 365—one for every day of the year! No child will ever run out of something new and exciting to try with these really cool must-do projects. How about... (read more)

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The Pocket Dangerous Book for Boys: Things to Know
The Pocket Dangerous Book for Boys: Things to Know
by Conn Iggulden
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From girls to battles, from anthems to pirates to Shakespeare. The perfect pocket book of things to know for every boy from eight to eighty. Includes Dangerous New Knowledge + Great Things to Know from The Dangerous Book for... (read more)

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For Boys Only: The Biggest, Baddest Book Ever
For Boys Only: The Biggest, Baddest Book Ever
by Marc Aronson
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Hey, Boys! Want to have some fun? Maybe learn how to land an airplane in an emergency? Or fight off an alligator? Escape from being tied up? How about taking a ride on one of Americas scariest roller coasters? Learn how to make fake... (read more)

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The Pocket Guide to Boy Stuff
The Pocket Guide to Boy Stuff
by Bart King
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First he taught boys all about mischief and perfecting their shenanigans again a nemesis. Next it was how to play games-without the help of a video-game controller. Now Bart King introduces them to all the important stuff they need to know but adults don'... (read more)

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Girls Book of Excellence Even More Ways To Be the Best At Everything
Girls Book of Excellence Even More Ways To Be the Best At Everything
by Scholastic
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This book is full of even more ways to be the best at everything. This time around, boys will have the chance to learn how to: Pitch a tent. Fake a bloody scar. Be the world's greatest air guitarist. Hypnotize someone. Be a ventriloquist. Roll a kayak...... (read more)

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Dangerous Book for Boys Yearbook
Dangerous Book for Boys Yearbook
by Conn Igglulden
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The Curious Boy's Book of Exploration
The Curious Boy's Book of Exploration
by Sam Martin
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