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Our shopping culture isn't an obvious polluter. There's always more to buy, buy, buy. Kids love trendy clothes, the latest electronics, fast food and even plastic gift cards. Sales draw us in, shiny...

This nonfiction book for middle-grade readers examines how animals think and the ways scientists study their cognitive abilities. Illustrated with photographs throughout.Author: Dana L...

Jojo's back, released from jail, and people are tense and afraid all over again. They wonder if his friends will start showing up again. They wonder if they'll be walking down the street one day and...

In this short horror novel for middle-grade readers, lonely Victor befriends his new toy robot, LenBot. But when LenBot starts learning more than Victor has taught it, Victor realizes his new friend...

The remote village of Janwaar in Northern India has been the same for a long time, with the community strictly divided into castes. It's a quiet village... until the construction project begins...

Jay, Kelvin and Cia are The Lunar Ticks, a dedicated band who are convinced they are on their way up. They hope to win an upcoming battle of the bands where the first prize is a full day in a...

A child finds her own way to enjoy the ski hill with the help of her energetic dog in this brightly illustrated picture book.Author: Julia HanssonPublisher: Orca Book PublishersPublication Date: Oct...

This illustrated book for young readers shares the stories of five girls growing up around the world and some of the injustices they face.Author: Alice DussutourPublisher: Orca Book...

Seven-year-old Bruno is back and tackling problems with his trademark originality. He defeats hiccups. He trades his mother for a new hat. He skillfully avoids math. And thanks to his special Flutter...

In this graphic novel for early middle readers, a young girl sets off a dangerous chain of events when she disturbs mysterious crystals in an effort to help an abandoned Moon Creature.Author: Nancy...

Basketball-crazy Jake Burnett is thrilled to be leaving home to attend the prestigious Centerville Prep. It's an opportunity to pursue his hoop dreams at the highest level. But things aren't quite as...

In this high-interest accessible novel for middle-grade readers, shy thirteen-year-old Bree Wong must channel her inner anime heroine to solve a crime at the Anime Expo.Author: Marty ChanPublisher:...

In this short horror novel for middle-grade readers, middle schooler Matt finds himself the prisoner of a creepy librarian with a terrifying plan.Author: François GravelPublisher: Orca Book...

Indigenous artist and storyteller Andrea Fritz tells the tale of a wood duck and a crow who turn a mistake into an opportunity for friendship and growth. Qwiwilh the wood duck is preparing to nest in...

In this graphic novel for early middle readers, a young boy and his friends set off on a race against time to find a secret and powerful healing crystal when his grandfather becomes ill.Author: Nancy...

In the gay community, a young, husky man is known as a "cub," seventeen-year-old Theo fits the definition perfectly, but he is very self-conscious about his body. So when his best friend signs him up...

Enlivened by personal stories, Diwali illuminates and celebrates how Hindu, Sikh and Jain traditions are kept alive in the modern world in this work of nonfiction for middle readers.Author: Rina...

This humorous illustrated nonfiction picture book looks at the unusual ways that animals eat and drink.Author: Etta KanerPublisher: Orca Book PublishersPublication Date: Aug 13, 2024Number of Pages:...

When eleven-year-old Hailey and her friend Kyle make a wish on a Chinese lion statue, they accidentally bring to life the dragon statue on top of a Chinese gate. Scared at ?rst, the kids soon realize...

Dex is dropped onto a deserted tropical island to be a player in a social media competition. Dex is one of six contestants on Dropped!, an internet reality show. He's glad to escape his real life...

Part of the nonfiction Orca Footprints series for middle-grade readers, this book explores one of our most precious resources: water.Author: Michelle MulderPublisher: Orca Book PublishersPublication...

In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, foster brothers Zack and Peter pull together to survive after a flash flood leaves them stranded in an evacuated neighborhood of their...

We know spending time in nature is good for us, but why? And how did people become so disconnected from the natural world, anyway? Get Outside! How Humans Connect with Natureexplores the important...

When Nat, her best friend Jess and singing-star wannabe Harper sing together, their harmonies bring down the house. For Nat, the experience sparks a driving new desire to perform. But when the girls...

In this dual-language picture book in English and Anishinaabemowin, a child is chased by Windigo, who preys on isolation and insecurity. But Kokum calls to the child with a message of hope, and a...

A stats and sports-packed book about how organizations, players and fans around the world are tackling the climate crisis. Playing and watching sports can have a big impact on the environment. From...

In this board book told in simple rhyming verse, siblings use gender-neutral pronouns to welcome a new baby into the family. Accompanied by adorable photos, this text depicts a much-loved baby who...

Izzy Wong's got a new podcast--and this time she's going to uncover the whole story. A sixth-grade student with a purpose, Izzy wants to start her own hit investigative podcast. When the girls'...

In this illustrated early chapter book, Max helps Jordan train for their school's end-of-year obstacle course. But with a classroom rival and rain on race day in the mix, Jordan realizes finishing...

Jesse is a sneakerhead without the sneakers. After his parents were killed in an accident three years ago, Jesse went to live with his grandfather, and it wasn't long before the insurance money ran...