accidents

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Dove hunt

Carolina catastrophe
On a dove-hunting trip in North Carolina, Seb is injured in a fall and Sami must get him back to camp.

The only survivors

a novel
Nine survivors of a decades-old tragedy come together each year to commemorate a high school tragedy, but when two of the survivors commit suicide in different years on the anniversary of the event, the remaining members come together to support one another and uncover the mystery of why the survivors are dying.

The police officer

The police officer is a person in my neighborhood. Did you know that police officers work with police dogs? Learn more about police officers in The Police Officer.

El corredor se lleva un susto

During a football game star running back Harris Weathers takes a jarring hit and narrowly escapes injury, but after several days he is still rattled, leaving him with a tough decision--quit football or find a way to stay safe while playing the game he loves.

Always watch out for the flying potato salad!

"While accompanying his mother at the deli, Hank suffers a series of embarrassing accidents that cause teachers visiting the deli to go hungry, a situation that compels him to express his appreciation for his teachers' hard work"--OCLC.

Catch me if I fall

"In a future Australia ravaged by climate change, twins Ashleigh and Aiden Delatour have always promised to protect and be there for each other, no matter what. Their privileged upbringing and loving, wealthy parents leave them with little to worry about. But when Aiden is seriously injured during a school trip, the twins' entire world begins to unravel. Back home from the hospital, something about Aiden seems different and Ashleigh's quest to find out why will uncover dark truths about the world they thought they knew, challenge their bond as twins and push how far they are willing to go to keep their promises"--Provided by publisher.

The bass factory

2024
"Rock and Eddie, best friends and teammates, were poised to make history as the first ever bass fishing state champions at Polk High School. With their eyes on first place, the pair spent countless hours perfecting their fishing skills during the summer. The Polk High Panthers, led by the local phenom, Desmond Ward, also had their sights set on the state championship. A fan favorite, Desmond had already accepted a full-ride scholarship at Texas A&M. His passing records ranked him at the top of the greatest players to come from Texas. Rock wasn't interested in Desmond, his scholarship, or his record: he despised him. Rock loved and studied the game of football, but he wasn't a skilled or competent player. Bass fishing was another story; his time to shine was this year. When a freek accident derails Rock's plans, Polk High's dream of snagging a coveted title unravels. Rock is placed in an impossible situation"--Back cover.
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Great Lakes shipwrecks

2024
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about famous shipwrecks in the Great Lakes, including the SS Edmund Fitzgerald, the Ironton, and Lady Elgin. Learn about the final voyages of the ships and when they were discovered in the depths of the Great Lakes. Real-life photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind each shipwreck. A take a look! infographic offers more information about how ships sink in the Great Lakes, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, a map shows where each shipwreck was discovered, and a quick facts section gives a recap of the book. Children can learn more about shipwrecks using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
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Atlantic Ocean shipwrecks

2024
In this book, early fluent readers will learn about famous shipwrecks in the Atlantic Ocean, including Queen Anne's Revenge, RMS Titanic, and the SS Cotopaxi. Learn when, where, and how the ships sank, when they were discovered, and any artifacts that were recovered. Real-life photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the history behind each shipwreck. A take a look! infographic offers more information about how the Titanic sank, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, a map shows where each shipwreck was discovered, and a quick facts section gives a recap of the book. Children can learn more about shipwrecks using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
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