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6) Deserts
Author
Lexile Measure
710L
Summary
"Deserts cover about one-fifth of the land on Earth and receive very little rain. However, these hot, sandy, and rocky landscapes are filled with the most unique and adaptable plants and animals. Discover everything about this mysterious and beautiful biome in this updated introduction to deserts. Learn about the different types of terrain found in deserts from dunes to mesas. With accessible diagrams, learn how succulents and other plants survive...
Author
Pub. Date
2025.
Summary
Twelve-year-old Piper, the daughter of inventive clockmakers, discovers that her parents are in danger and that a mysterious book of equations may hold the key to saving them. When Raisa and Lev arrive from another world through a portal, their paths intersect as they search for the same book. Together, Piper and Raisa journey across the multiverse, confronting challenges that help them understand their identities and the meaning of home.
8) Outside
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Series
Pub. Date
2025
Summary
From three-time Newbery Honor winner Jennifer L. Holm, a chilling but heartfelt story of a girl being raised in a compound who doesn't understand how isolated and unusual her life is... until she must encounter the outside world. Whatever you do, don't leave home.Razzi has always been told: Don't go Outside. It isn't safe. There are people and creatures out there that will harm you. The walls of the Refuge will protect you from them.Razzi's friend...
9) Snakes
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Summary
"Did you know that out of the 3,000 species of snakes, most snakes are harmless to humans?...Learn about snakes' physical characteristics, where they live, and how they give birth...Read about how they move with no arms or legs and how they eat. Snakes hunt using camouflage, constriction, venom, and more."--Provided by publisher.
Author
Pub. Date
2023.
Summary
This book was created with the purpose of connecting children and adults with the natural world and the amazing birds that live in Wyoming. Birds benefit whe people are aware of their habitat needs: shelter, food, and water. Sometimes birds need a little more help from us! They need us to protect wild places and find ways to make urban areas safer for them. Please enjoy the beautiful photos, illustrations, and rhymes while learning about these birds....
11) Taiwan
Author
Pub. Date
2026.
Summary
"For a relatively small island, Taiwan has achieved a degree of prosperity disproportionate to its size. In just four decades, it made the leap from being a poor agricultural society to being one of Asia's most dynamic industrial economies. Taiwan's economic success and its problematic political standing in the international arena have often overshadowed the island's natural beauty as well as its multifaceted culture. Nevertheless, while the island's...
12) Norway
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Summary
"Norway is a distinctive country with a long and fascinating history. In some ways, it's a study in contrasts. Its origins are ancient, but today it's one of the modern and egalitarian nations to exist. It's a kingdom with a royal family dating back thousands of years, but it's also considered one of the most democratic nations in the world. It's largely mountainous, but it has a long coastline and many islands. It's one of the northernmost countries...
13) Peru
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Summary
"Peru has a complicated political past influenced by terrorist insurgent groups, government corruption, and illegal drug trade. Despite difficult issues, Peruvians are a hospitable people who love music, dance, and celebrating their heritage. World travelers enjoy visiting Peru when they are aware of their surroundings, plan their travel carefully, and avoid dangerous areas. Peru, like any country, is safest when you follow the law. By reading and...
14) Bolivia
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Summary
"Bolivia is a landlocked country in the middle of South America with a rich history as the center of the ancient Tiwanaku empire, as a part of the Inca empire, and then occupied by the Spanish. Today, Bolivia's population is about 12 million people who predominantly speak Spanish, but who also speak a mix of 36 indigenous languages. Bolivians are a diverse group of people known for being friendly and welcoming. Readers discover these and other amazing...
15) Austria
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Summary
"Whether you're wanting to get in some world-class skiing, listen to unparalleled chamber music, experience all that a new era of Europe has to offer, or simply to see all your favorite locales from The Sound of Music, Austria is a great option for your next European adventure. Welcome to Austria!"-- Provided by publisher.
16) Belgium
Author
Pub. Date
2026.
Summary
"In this comprehensive guide to global culture, readers are given an in-depth look at life in Belgium. They explore its geography, history, arts, economy, and many other areas of life. Detailed sidebars introduce the concept of global citizenship and how Belgians have reflected that idea, fact boxes guide future world travelers, and stunning photographs depict the beauty of the Belgian landscape and the Belgian population. In addition, fun recipes...
17) Dragon City
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Summary
Billy and his friends are transported to a distant future where the evil Dragon of Death rules Dragon City and humans live to serve the dragon population, but they are determined to find their dragons, defeat the Dragon of Death, and return home.
18) Dragon destiny
Author
Series
Dragon realm volume 5
Pub. Date
2022.
Summary
All eyes are on Billy and his friends after the Dragon Realm collapses and is exposed to the Human Realm. In their search for a new home for the dragon population, they learn of the Hidden Realm, a secret so well guarded that only one dragon knows how to locate it. Glorious Old. But convincing her to trust them comes with its own problems, not to mention the introduction of an evil new baddie and their band of human-hating dragons. With trouble round...
20) Dragon rising
Author
Series
Dragon realm volume 4
Pub. Date
2022.
Summary
"Billy, Dylan, Charlotte and Ling-Fei are back in their hometowns, missing each other and their dragons. While out surfing one morning, Billy panics when a water dragon emerges out of the waves, and soon strange sightings are being spotted all over the world. Meeting back in Dragon Realm, the friends, their dragons and two new acquaintances join forces to investigate. But what unravels is a dastardly plan concocted by an evil baddie and a human and...











