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Birds and planes don¿t always get along. What can we do to help? Enter the world of forensic ornithology in this investigative non-fiction title created with the Smithsonian Institution and the Division of Birds at the US National Museum of Natural History.Discover the fascinating work of leading ornithologists, "bird detectives¿ who use science and technology to solve bird strikes and other bird mysteries. They examine evidence from clues like feathers and snarge, pilot slang for what¿s left behind after a bird strike, and create solutions to save our feathered friends and protect people and planes in flight. Discover how the study of birds shapes our world, from inspiring aviation and airfield design to increasing safety in the skies.Full of photos, case studies, fun facts and interactive elements, this STEM exploration reveals a fascinating field of science to kids.

Think you know all about the Loch Ness Monster? Think again! This underwater cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. Does Nessie have family swimming nearby? Is the creature in the lake a long-lost dinosaur, giant eel or something else? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that supports struggling readers and engages monster fans alike.

Think you know all about Bigfoot? Think again! This apelike cryptid has a secret life that may surprise you. Where does Bigfoot sleep? Does the furry beast have a massive stink? Uncover these exciting facts and more through entertaining photos and easy-to-read text that supports struggling readers and engages monster fans alike.

How we cook and eat today looks a lot different than it did in the past. From prehistoric kitchens to food preservation and the invention of the refrigerator, the history of food is surprising, unusual and amazing. Learn more about how people used these innovations to survive and thrive in everyday life.The Amazing History of Food contains high-interest, low-reading-level text specially written to engage and support struggling and reluctant readers.

The homes we live in today look a lot different than they did in the past. From caves to castles to the invention of indoor bathrooms, the history of homes is surprising, unusual and amazing. Learn more about how people used these innovations to survive and thrive in everyday life.The Amazing History of Homes contains high-interest, low-reading-level text specially written to engage and support struggling and reluctant readers.

English explorer Henry Hudson had long searched for a quicker, northern sailing route from Europe to Asia. Three previous expeditions had failed. In 1610, he embarked again to find the fabled Northwest Passage. But when icy waters stranded Hudson and his ship the Discovery in a bay for the winter, tensions flared. The crew lost faith in their captain¿s leadership and began to plot... mutiny!Told through a gripping, full-colour graphic novel format, this Deadly Expeditions tale transports readers back in time to follow the fourth, and final, voyage of Henry Hudson, bringing history to life for even the most reluctant and struggling readers.

Sarah isn't the nicest kid at school. She doesn't want to be rude or mean, but sometimes she can't control it. When Sarah falls into the Snow White fairy tale, she lands in the Evil Queen's castle. That seems like the perfect place for a mean girl, doesn't it? But when Sarah finds out that the Evil Queen is extra mean (some would even say she's a bully), Sarah takes matters into her own hands. Sarah befriends the Queen and gets to the bottom of her evil ways. Working together, they learn that loving yourself and what you already have is an important lesson in this untraditional graphic novel.

Ava is frustrated and bored with fairy tales. They are all the same! But when she falls into the Sleeping Beauty fairy tale, she realizes she has a chance to make some important changes! As soon as she meets Briar Rose, Ava takes action. She teaches Briar Rose how important it is to be assertive and question things. Why wait around 100 years for a kiss from a stranger when you can take matters into your own hands? That's what Ava and Briar Rose do in the untraditional graphic novel.

When Mum brings home a new houseguest from the exotic animal hospital, it sparks a great idea. Naomi decides to form a snake rescue club with her best friend, Emma, and her brother, Nolan. But tensions arise with her next-door neighbour Taylor, who hates snakes. Will the snakes bring them together or drive them apart? One thing is for certain: rescuing snakes leads to adventures, and even friendships, that Naomi could never have imagined!Filled with fun snake facts that will intrigue readers whether they¿re fans of snakes or not, Naomi Nash Saving Snakes mixes information with an engaging, lively story, making it perfect for all readers of other animal-focused chapter book series as well as those with a particular interest in reptiles.

Devante Briggs has gone from being an athletic trainer to being the sixth man off the bench for his school basketball team! How in the world did this happen? And will his free throw struggles cost him and his team a victory when they need it the most?Combining exciting sports stories and a diiverse cast of characters with a dynamic graphic novel format, this fast-paced tale of sportsmanship and teamwork comes to life in a full-colour graphic novel. Supportive back matter, including comprehension questions, writing prompts and non-fiction sports info, helps young readers and sports enthusiasts step up their game.

Mina is a talented figure skater, but she''s looking forward to trying a new challenge - pairs skating! Mina has second thoughts, though, when she starts practising with Luke, a shy boy whom she doesn¿t know well. Can the pair overcome their trust issues and become a successful pairs skating team?Combining exciting sports stories and a diiverse cast of characters with a dynamic graphic novel format, this fast-paced tale of sportsmanship and teamwork comes to life in a full-colour graphic novel. Supportive back matter, including comprehension questions, writing prompts and non-fiction sports info, helps young readers and sports enthusiasts step up their game.

Welcome to the Graveyard of Dead Letters, where evil silent letters, like the W of swords and the K of knives, are buried. Here they can do no harm. But the wicked Spellbinder has plans to revive the letters . . . and use them to create a fierce weapon that will challenge even the powerful Librarian! Uncover hidden dangers and dark mysteries with SECRETS OF THE LIBRARY OF DOOM, a page-turning chapter book series from best-selling author Michael Dahl.

An extremely evil book marked with an X has unleashed a swarm of X-winged insects, and the bugs are on the hunt for their favourite food - books! When the hungry horde targets a bookmobile and the humans inside, can the expert Librarian force the deadly pests to exit? Or will they turn him into an ex-librarian? Uncover hidden dangers and dark mysteries with SECRETS OF THE LIBRARY OF DOOM, a page-turning chapter book series from best-selling author Michael Dahl.

A dangerous book is missing from the Library of Doom. The book has no words, except for one single sentence. Whoever reads it disappears. Forever. When the book appears in a classroom on the first day of school, it will be up to the Librarian to close this new chapter of fear. Uncover hidden threats and dark mysteries with SECRETS OF THE LIBRARY OF DOOM, a page-turning chapter book series from best-selling author Michael Dahl.

The Library of Doom¿s greatest foe, the Eraser, has caught the Librarian in a lethal trap. Now the hero is chained down and a giant super-eraser swings above him, getting closer with every swipe. Can the Librarian escape the doom device, or will he be wiped out for good? Uncover hidden dangers and dark mysteries with SECRETS OF THE LIBRARY OF DOOM, a page-turning chapter book series from best-selling author Michael Dahl.

The Eraser, sworn enemy of the Library of Doom, has come up with a wicked new scheme. He¿s created a powerful gas that will turn ink invisible and render all books empty and useless. Will the Librarian be able to stop the villain''s criminal concoction? Uncover hidden dangers and dark mysteries with SECRETS OF THE LIBRARY OF DOOM, a page-turning chapter book series from best-selling author Michael Dahl.