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I Wanna Iguana by Karen Kaufman Orloff Staff Pick In this witty exchange of letters, a mother and son explore the "benefits" of iguana ownership. David Catrow's cartoon-style illustrations provide a playful peek into a future life with a (very large, spiny, and green) reptile. Giggles are guaranteed!... (read more) Your price: $16.99 New - Hardcover
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Tree of Life : Charles Darwin (03 Edition) by Peter Sis Staff Pick "A wild scheme" was one of Dr. Darwin’s objections to his son’s voyage aboard the H.M.S. Beagle. Charles Darwin overthrows his father’s concerns, and embarks on the journey. Sis masterfully recreates his life through a collection of anecdotes... (read more) List Price $19.99 Your price: $10.00 Used - Hardcover
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Granny Torrelli Makes Soup (Joanna Cotler Books) by Sharon Creech Staff Pick A delectable treat! When Rosie and her best-friend-from-forever, Bailey, begin arguing, Granny Torrelli wisely suggests cooking lessons. Before long the threesome are immersed in cavatelli pasta, meatballs, and long-ago stories. Creech masterfully... (read more) List Price $6.99 Your price: $3.50 Used - Trade Paper
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Mr. Putter & Tabby Write the Book by Cynthia Rylant Staff Pick Rylant's charming series celebrates the joys of a best friend. In the latest installment, a wintry storm inspires Mr. Putter to dash off a mystery novel; however, the allures of daily life soon distract the budding author. Irresistible reading!... (read more) Your price: $14.00 New - Hardcover
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I Will Never Not Ever Eat a Tomato (00 Edition) by Lauren Child Staff Pick Hate peas? Beets? Lima beans? Anytime, dining time, becomes an extravaganza time with clever Charlie setting the menu for his younger (and finicky) sister, Lola. Lauren Child's zany mixed-media collage illustrations convey a slightly off-kilter universe,... (read more) List Price $16.99 Your price: $9.00 Used - Hardcover
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The Fire-Eaters by David Almond Staff Pick In 1962 the Cuban Missile Crisis threatened the world with the horror of nuclear warfare. This dark uncertainty hovers over Bobby Burns, as he goes about his daily struggles and activities in England. The author's tense and beautiful story magically... (read more) List Price $15.95 Your price: $7.50 Used - Hardcover
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Looking for Alaska: A Novel by John Green Staff Pick For his junior year, Miles makes the bold decision to transfer to Culver Creek boarding school. This leap of faith opens opportunities for new journeys in friendship, romance, personal philosophy, and mischief. Green's pitch-perfect narrative explores... (read more) Your price: $18.99 New - Hardcover
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Saffy's Angel by Hilary Mckay Staff Pick McKay invites readers into the highly affectionate but incredibly chaotic daily dramas of the Casson family. Engaging, clever characters explore topics ranging from adoption to tomato sandwiches — in other words, life's essential stuff. Profound... (read more) List Price $6.99 Your price: $0.75 Used - Trade Paper
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