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The Lion King by Walt Disney Company
Rated: 4.46 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsThe Lion King's son, Simba, is destined to become king of Pride Rock. But there is one thing standing in his way - Scar, his wicked uncle. Scar plans to take over the Pride Lands, but first he muist kill Simban and his father. He enlists the help of three menacing hyenas, and the trap is set.. -
![The Hour of Magic by Geronimo Stilton, Elisabetta Dami]()
The Hour of Magic by Geronimo Stilton, Elisabetta Dami
Rated: 4.43 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsFairies, dragons, wizards, and more await Geronimo on every magical Kingdom of Fantasy adventure!I, Geronimo Stilton, was amazed to find myself called back to the Kingdom of Fantasy for another adventure. Blossom, Queen of the Fairies, needed my help -- time itself was under threat! Something evil was making the hands of the magical Tick Tock Timepiece spin faster and faster... -
![Get Into Gear, Stilton! by Geronimo Stilton]()
Get Into Gear, Stilton! by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsEach Geronimo Stilton book is fast-paced, with lively full-color art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love. I, Geronimo Stilton, was selected by the mayor to give a special driving demonstration, but my drivers' license had expired! I had only a week to relearn everything to pass the test for a new one... -
![Stuck by Oliver Jeffers]()
Stuck by Oliver Jeffers
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsFrom the illustrator of the #1 smash The Day the Crayons Quit comes another bestseller--a giggle-inducing tale of everything tossed, thrown, and hurled in order to free a kite!When Floyd's kite gets stuck in a tree, he's determined to get it out. But how? Well, by knocking it down with his shoe, of course. But strangely enough, it too gets stuck. And the only logical course of action . . -
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![The Galactic Goal by Geronimo Stilton]()
The Galactic Goal by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsGeronimo Stilton meets outer space in this cosmically fun spin-off series!The spacemice have received an invitation to participate in the intergalactic soccerix championship... -
![The Last Musketeer by Stuart Gibbs]()
The Last Musketeer by Stuart Gibbs
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsThe first book in the thrilling time travel adventure trilogy from New York Times bestselling Spy School author Stuart Gibbs! Before they were legends, they were friends. All for one and one for all!On a family trip to Paris, Greg Rich's parents disappear. They're not just missing from the city—they're missing from the century...Categorized as:
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![Η ζωγραφιά της Χριστίνας: Το βιβλίο που δεν το διάβαζε κανείς by Eugene Trivizas, Ευγένιος Τριβιζάς]()
Η ζωγραφιά της Χριστίνας: Το βιβλίο που δεν το διάβαζε κανείς by Eugene Trivizas, Ευγένιος Τριβιζάς
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings... -
![Ice Planet Adventure by Geronimo Stilton]()
Ice Planet Adventure by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsGeronimo Stilton meets outer space in this cosmically fun spin-off series!Friends of the spacemice have disappeared on a strange ice planet, Polarix! Geronimo Stiltonix and his crew are called to search for them... -
![Flight of the Red Bandit by Geronimo Stilton]()
Flight of the Red Bandit by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen you're with Geronimo Stilton, it's always a fabumouse adventure!One hot summer afternoon, I was trying to write, but I just couldn't get inspired. I needed a break! Who would've thought that soon I'd be in Arizona, hanging from cliffs and white-water rafting? Grandfather Shortpaws had sent me on a hunt for his old friend -- the Red Bandit... -
![Stinky Cheese Vacation by Geronimo Stilton]()
Stinky Cheese Vacation by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEach Geronimo Stilton book is fast-paced, with lively full-color art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love. I, Geronimo Stilton, was finishing up work one evening when I opened a letter from Uncle Stingysnout. He needed to see me immediately! I headed straight to Penny Pincher Castle for what I thought would be a nice visit . . . but my uncle put me straight to work... -
![Geronimo Stilton Adventurer's Set by Geronimo Stilton]()
Geronimo Stilton Adventurer's Set by Geronimo Stilton
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFour of Geronimo Stilton's most fabumouse adventures collected in one boxset! Also includes a handy compass and whistle!Join me, Geronimo Stilton, on some of my most fabumouse adventures! Come along as I search for the Lost Treasure of the Emerald Eye, trek through the wild jungle, hunt for a legendary gem in the Temple of the Ruby of Fire, and set out across the ocean looking for sunken... -
![Pete the Cat: Super Pete by Kimberly Dean, James Dean]()
Pete the Cat: Super Pete by Kimberly Dean, James Dean
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsWhen there's trouble in town, it’s up to Pete the Cat's alter ego, Super Pete, to save the day! With his cool jet, nifty goggles, and slick slingshot, Super Pete is ready to take down any bad guys... -
![Miss Smith's Incredible Storybook by Michael Garland]()
Miss Smith's Incredible Storybook by Michael Garland
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Zack meets his second-grade teacher, Miss Smith, he can tell right away that her class will be different. However, he has no idea just how different it will be.Zack can't wait for Mrs. Smith to read out loud again from her incredible book. The first story fills the classroom with dueling pirates and the sound of their clashing swords... -
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Ratatouille (Disney/Pixar Ratatouille) by Walt Disney Company
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIt's hard being a rat with a silver palate—just ask Remy, the star of Disney / Pixar's newest animated film, Ratatouille! While the other rats of Paris are happy eating trash, Remy dreams of becoming a gourmet chef. Find out how his dream becomes a reality in this deliciously delightful Little Golden Book retelling... -
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![Sorcerer by Tony Abbott]()
Sorcerer by Tony Abbott
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEric and his friends have faced off against Lord Sparr time and time again. They've befriended him as Kid Sparr and battled him as an ancient sorcerer. Now the Lord Sparr they know so well is back at the height of his power. And this time, he's telling his own story... -
![The Starlight Slippers by Susan Maupin Schmid]()
The Starlight Slippers by Susan Maupin Schmid
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsFans of the Land of Stories and the Descendants series are sure to find the lighthearted fantasy-adventure of 100 Dresses a perfect fit!100 Dresses100 Disguises100 Daring AdventuresInside an enchanted castle, there's a closet--a closet with one hundred magical dresses that only Darling Dimple can wear. Each one disguises her as somebody else...Categorized as:
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![The Little Barbarian by Renato Moriconi]()
The Little Barbarian by Renato Moriconi
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA wordless picture book that captures the imaginationBeing a barbarian is no easy task. A barbarian must be able to survive an army of one-eyed giants or a pit of venomous snakes. He must bravely fight off manticores, dragons, and sea serpents. Luckily, a barbarian can always rely on his trusty steed to see him through any peril... -
![Moon Magic by Tony Abbott, David Merrell]()
Moon Magic by Tony Abbott, David Merrell
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsEric, Julie, Neal, Keeah, and all their friends are about to discover one of Droons biggest secrets as they are transported to Droons past and future. This story is presented from each characters different point of view. Illustrations... -
![Pingo and the Playground Bully by Brandon Mull]()
Pingo and the Playground Bully by Brandon Mull
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIn first grade, Chad and his imaginary friend, Pingo, meet other kids and their imaginary friends: Gary protects the galaxy with Sparky the robot; Tiffany helps save the day with Awesome Girl; and Dustin can hide Mr. Bob in his pocket... -
![Sam & Eva by Debbie Ridpath Ohi]()
Sam & Eva by Debbie Ridpath Ohi
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHarold and the Purple Crayon meets Tom and Jerry in this sweet and funny picture book about a boy and girl who must balance their creativity and figure out how to cooperate after their drawings come to life.When Sam starts drawing a super cool velociraptor, Eva decides to join in. But Sam isn’t too happy about the collaboration... -
![Double-Cross by Sophie McKenzie]()
Double-Cross by Sophie McKenzie
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 20 ratingsThe Medusa Project team have arrived in Sydney for another exciting mission. Here, they come face-to-face with two more Medusa teens: Cal, a boy who can fly, and Amy, a girl who can shapeshift...Categorized as:
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![The Invisible Spy by Lisa McMann]()
The Invisible Spy by Lisa McMann
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe forgotten five have made it to Estero to search for their missing supernatural criminal parents. With the help of their new allies, Lada and The Librarian, they’ve managed to find Birdie and Brix’s mother, Elena, and free her from captivity in the presidential palace...Categorized as:
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![The Chariot of Queen Zara by Tony Abbott]()
The Chariot of Queen Zara by Tony Abbott
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWith nearly 2 million books in print, this Little Apple series is H-O-T, hot. The SECRET is out -- DROON is the series that kids, parents, and teachers are talking about!Galen is back, and the kids are going to need his help... -
![Flight of the Genie by Tony Abbott]()
Flight of the Genie by Tony Abbott
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe city of Ut is kept inside a magical bottle. Eric, Keeah, and the others need to get inside the city to help a friend. The good genie, Hoja, is being held prisoner there and he needs rescuing. But what they don't know is that Ut holds other secrets--dark, dangerous secrets... -
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![In the Shadow of Goll by Tony Abbott]()
In the Shadow of Goll by Tony Abbott
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIt's a dangerous time in Droon. A mysterious ancient sorcerer has arrived, waking the infamous Warriors of the Skorth and wreaking havoc. He seems to be an expert in the most evil, long-ago magic, and leads Eric and his friends on a treacherous journey to the Dark Lands... -
![The Race to Doobesh by Tony Abbott, پریسا همایون روز]()
The Race to Doobesh by Tony Abbott, پریسا همایون روز
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWith nearly 2 million books in print, this Little Apple series is H-O-T, hot. The SECRET is out -- DROON is the series that kids, parents, and teachers are talking about!Ko's beasts have taken over Doobesh, a dangerous city full of thieves and pirates. Now they're hard at work at the magical forge in the nearby Dark Lands, creating powerful armor that will make them unstoppable... -
![The Riddle Of Zorfendorf Castle by Tony Abbott, پریسا همایون روز]()
The Riddle Of Zorfendorf Castle by Tony Abbott, پریسا همایون روز
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWith nearly 2 million books in print, this Little Apple series is H-O-T, hot. The SECRET is out -- DROON is the series that kids, parents, and teachers are talking about!There's only one passage between the Upper World and Droon -- the magical rainbow staircase. At least, that's what Eric and his friends have always believed... -
![Drinker of Souls by Jo Clayton]()
Drinker of Souls by Jo Clayton
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLIFE-CLAIMERS--She was Brann, the Drinker of Souls, from whom all but the very brave and the very foolish fled in fear. Bonded to twin demonic shape-shifters, she roved the land in search of rich life source to feed her demons' need... -
![Some Assembly Required by Brian Lynch, Edwardian Taylor]()
Some Assembly Required by Brian Lynch, Edwardian Taylor
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPlaying is serious business.Welcome to Toy Academy: where toys learn to play. This is where action figures train to battle, stuffed animals study the art of the hug, and collectibles practice standing very, very still. Though Grumbolt isn't really any of those things, he's determined to fit in... -
![Driven by Emotions by Elise Allen]()
Driven by Emotions by Elise Allen
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis unique chapter book reveals unseen stories from Inside Out. Each chapter offers a different retelling of the film from one of Riley's Emotions: Joy, Sadness, Fear, Anger, and Disgust... -
![Short & Sweet by Josh Funk]()
Short & Sweet by Josh Funk
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLady Pancake and Sir French Toast are back with a twist: they’ve been transformed into small children. Now it’s a race against the clock to turn our favorite duo into grown-ups again!Lady Pancake is aching; Sir French Toast’s looking pale. Could they be going . . . STALE? Maybe a visit to Professor Biscotti’s lab for her despoiling procedure will help... -
![Virus Attack by Andy Briggs]()
Virus Attack by Andy Briggs
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe villain Basilisk is back, and his nefarious plan to infiltrate Hero.com and take it offline has worked-leaving Toby, Pete, Lorna, and Emily as the only Downloaders left on the planet! It's up to the four friends to stop Basilisk before his computer virus completely destroys the Hero Foundation . .Categorized as:
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![The Power by Michael Grant]()
The Power by Michael Grant
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSometimes one hero isn't enough – sometimes you need a full dozen. Mack’s search for his dazzling dozen continues in the fourth instalment of this funny, action-packed fantasy series by the New York Times bestselling author of GONE... -
![This Little Piggy by Tim Harrington]()
This Little Piggy by Tim Harrington
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsChildren and parents will find lots to laugh about in indie-rocker Tim Harrington’s first picture book, This Little Piggy. Everybody knows the this-little-piggy game—the big toe is the little piggy who went to market, and the baby toe is the little piggy who went wee wee wee all the way home. But what about the toes on the other foot? It turns out none of those piggies is eating roast beef…... -
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![Where's Walrus? by Stephen A. Savage]()
Where's Walrus? by Stephen A. Savage
Rated: 3.94 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsA happy-go-lucky Walrus escapes the zoo in search of adventure in this wordless instant classic. Bored with life at the zoo, an adventurous walrus escapes to the outside world. With the zookeeper in hot pursuit, Walrus cleverly tries on all sorts of hats to disguise himself... -
![In the Ice Caves of Krog by Tony Abbott, Gil Adams]()
In the Ice Caves of Krog by Tony Abbott, Gil Adams
Rated: 3.90 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsForget Frosty... there's a new snowman tromping through Droon! An ancient snow beast named Murn has woken up from a deep sleep, and he is NOT a morning person. In fact, Murn is destroying villages all over Droon! Eric and his friends must journey up north to the mysterious ice caves to stop the beast. Finding the cave entrance is tricky, but that's nothing compared to what they find deep inside... -
![The Fortress of the Treasure Queen by Tony Abbott]()
The Fortress of the Treasure Queen by Tony Abbott
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsKo is back in power -- and nothing in Droon is safe! His beasts have found a lightning-powered submarine hidden in the secret Fortress of the Treasure Queen. Now Eric and his friends have to stop Ko before he destroys Jaffa City. But first they'll need help from their worst enemy -- Lord Sparr. If he can be trusted... -
![The Atlantis Girl by S.A. Beck]()
The Atlantis Girl by S.A. Beck
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe US government, the US military, and world-renowned scientists are all after one thing—the Atlantis gene, from the descendants of the lost island of Atlantis. Sixteen-year-old Jaxon Andersen doesn’t know anything about her origins and has been shuffled around different foster homes ever since she can remember...Categorized as:
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![Wizard or Witch? by Tony Abbott, David Merrell]()
Wizard or Witch? by Tony Abbott, David Merrell
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe secret is out--DROON is the series that kids, parents, and teachers are talking about! Keeah, a junior wizard, has always dreamed of the day she would receive her Wizardbook. So when her mother presents her first one, Keeah is overjoyed. But what she doesn't realize is how very powerful and dangerous a Wizardbook can be... -
![Woodpecker Wants a Waffle by Steve Breen]()
Woodpecker Wants a Waffle by Steve Breen
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsOne day Benny the woodpecker awakens to the best tummy-rumbling smell ever and discovers it's something called waffles. He must taste them!He pecks on the door of the waffle house, but he gets the boot.He tries to sneak in, but he gets swept away.Each time Benny tries, he just can't seem to get to those delicious waffles... -
![Jasper Dash and the Flame-Pits of Delaware: A Pals in Peril Tale by M.T. Anderson, Marc Cashman]()
Jasper Dash and the Flame-Pits of Delaware: A Pals in Peril Tale by M.T. Anderson, Marc Cashman
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIt is a land of wonders!It is a land of mystery.It is a land that time forgot (or chose specifically not to remember)...Categorized as:
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![The Ministry of SUITs by Paul Gamble]()
The Ministry of SUITs by Paul Gamble
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMemo: For Ministry of Strange, Unusual, and Impossible Things Operatives OnlyA series of strange incidents have been reported in Belfast:* Oddball kids are going missing* There are several unconfirmed signs of pirates.* A wild bear known to be a very sore loser at musical statues has escaped from the museum and is on the rampage...Categorized as:
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![The Slippery Map by N.E. Bode, Brandon Dorman]()
The Slippery Map by N.E. Bode, Brandon Dorman
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIf you've ever whiled away an afternoon dreaming of another world, then you know that place is real.Oyster R. Motel has dreamed of another world for almost his whole life. (But that's only understandable—he's been raised in a nunnery. Do you think nuns approve of swinging from the belfry? Of raising tadpoles in the holy water? Of playing the organ at all hours? They do not... -
![Noddy Goes To The Fair by Enid Blyton]()
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![The Tiny Tale of Little Pea by Davide Calì]()
The Tiny Tale of Little Pea by Davide Calì
Rated: 3.83 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen he was born, Little Pea was tiny. Teeny-tiny. His clothes were hand sewn by his mother and his shoes were hand-me-down doll shoes. As he grew older, Little Pea enjoyed climbing tomato plants, driving around in his wind-up car and riding on the backs of grasshoppers. But then Little Pea started school. And he suddenly realized just how small he was. Too small for his chair... -
![Just Another Ordinary Day by Rod Clement]()
Just Another Ordinary Day by Rod Clement
Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsLike most kids, Amanda gets dressed, goes to school, plays with friends, and eats dinner with her family. But don’t be fooled by this deceptively simple story—readers will soon find out that Amanda is no ordinary girl! Best-selling Australian artist Rod Clement has created a wickedly funny picture book in which the artwork tells an extraordinary story of ‘just another ordinary day... -
![Miss Smith Reads Again! by Michael Garland]()
Miss Smith Reads Again! by Michael Garland
Rated: 3.88 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMiss Smith?s incredible storybook opens the portal to magic and adventure once again. Zack can?t wait for school with Miss Smith?her incredible storybook promises a new expedition each time she reads. This time, the class is off on a fantastic journey to a Lost World... -
![That's Good! That's Bad! by Margery Cuyler]()
That's Good! That's Bad! by Margery Cuyler
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA little boy has a series of adventures and misadventures with a bunch of wild animals... -
![A Pirate's Guide to First Grade by James Preller]()
A Pirate's Guide to First Grade by James Preller
Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsArr! It's the first day of first grade, and it's all hands on deck for a young pirate and his crew... -
![Standard Hero Behavior by John David Anderson]()
Standard Hero Behavior by John David Anderson
Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMason Quayle is a bard living in a town whose heroes have long since fled. No heroes = no adventurous tales and nothing for a bard to write about. So when the opportunity arises for Mason to go on a real-life quest--a chance to be a hero himself--he takes it...Categorized as:
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