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When a group of alpacas goes missing right before the alpaca costume contest at the Maine State Fair, Abbi, her dog, Barkley, and her friends must sniff out this mystery.

"When Zeke the Weather Geek wakes up on his ninth birthday, his Mood Meter is at an all-time high. This is going to be the best birthday ever, because today, he will finally be getting a Saint Bernard puppy. And on top of that, he just knows that his idea for the Winter Weather Photo Contest is a winner. But things quickly go downhill when his perfect snowflake shot for the photo contest is washed out by rain. And when his mom presents him with a cold-blooded lizard instead of a warm, cuddly dog, his Mood Meter takes a plunge to negative 100 degrees... Zeke Abramovich's Birthday is a total washout! The weather takes its own turn for the worse when a blizzard strikes the town, and the power goes out. Then it's up to Zeke and his knowledge of weather to save the day and the lizard, and to snap a unique photo that earns him the prize and the coveted title of Weather Warrior. Black-and-white art on every spread brings the story to life, adds humor, and helps support and propel readers through the story. The first title in a fun new series of early chapter books about a nine-year-old whose passion is the weather, Zeke the Weather Geek celebrates science in the real world"--Provided by the publisher.

While the other members of his clan enjoy wrestling, throwing spears, and fighting, Leif prefers to hike up the mountain and enjoy the peace of his beautiful fjord; but when clan loyalty demands that he participate in the Viking Games--he does the best he can, but when it comes to comparing clan treasures, Leif has a surprise for everybody.

"Dylan Tang wants to win a Mid-Autumn Festival mooncake-making competition for teen chefs--in memory of his mom, and to bring much-needed publicity to his aunt's struggling Chinese takeout in Brooklyn. Enter Theo Somers: charming, wealthy, with a smile that makes Dylan's stomach do backflips. Their worlds are sun-and-moon apart, but Theo keeps showing up. He even convinces Dylan to be his fake date at a family wedding in the Hamptons. In Theo's glittering world of pomp, privilege, and crazy rich drama, their romance is supposed to be just pretend . . . but Dylan finds himself falling for Theo. Then Theo's relatives reveal their true colors--but with the mooncake contest looming, Dylan can't risk being sidetracked by rich-people problems. Can Dylan save his family's business and follow his heart--or will he fail to do both?"--Provided by publisher.

What would happen if the largest of Central and South America's big cats faced off with a fast African creature equipped with sharp tusks? The imagined battle between the jaguar and warthog featured in this book captivates young readers as they learn more about these animals' unique adaptations. Fascinating facts about how these creatures compare, including their teeth size, habitats, and intelligence, allow readers to decide for themselves who would win a one-on-one match. Eye-catching photos and a dynamic design keep young readers engaged in information that supports elementary science curricula.

When it comes to size, great white sharks and elephants are relatively similar-but if pitted against each other in battle, would this matter? Readers of this innovative volume follow along with a battle of these big beasts to find out! Along the way, they learn about factors such as adaptations, strength, and speed. At the end, readers will be able to use the information they've absorbed to make an educated guess about who they think would win the fight. Eye-catching photographs and a high-interest topic engage even reluctant readers, while accessible text supports key elementary science concepts.

Imagine a battle between a bird and a rhinoceros. It might seem obvious that the rhinoceros would triumph. But the outcome isn't so clear when the bird in question is a cassowary-a large, heavy creature with a reputation as the world's deadliest bird. Young readers will thrill at the knowledge they uncover as they try to figure out which of these fascinating animals might prove victorious if they were to confront each other. Age-appropriate text addresses important science concepts, while vibrant images enliven the text. Photo captions and striking statistics enrich the accessible information.

"To ensure her family's survival, sixteen-year-old Koral cheats her way into the Glory Race, a dangerous chariot tournament using sea monsters meant for the ruling elite"--OCLC.

"Two sisters, one as beautiful as the moon and the other monstrous, must fight to save each other when a betrothal contest goes wrong.".

Entering Miss Rabbit's baking competition, Peppa and George make a delicious creation that takes the cake.