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Young Cam Jansen and the Dinosaur Game
by David A. AdlerCam and her friend Eric go to a birthday party where everyone is supposed to guess the number of toy dinosaurs in a jar. Did someone cheat?
Lexile Level: 210-450
Young Cam Jansen and the Missing Cookie
by David A. AdlerCam Jansen can find a mystery anywhere--even in the school lunch room! When Jason opens his lunch box and finds only cookie crumbs, Cam's amazing memory clicks into action.
Lexile Levels: 210-450
Young Cam Jansen and the New Girl Mystery
by David A. AdlerThere's a new girl in school! Her name's Jenny, and Cam and Eric are happy to befriend her and help her find her way around. But when it's time for gym class, where's Jenny? Which gym did she go to? Is there more than one gym?
Young readers won't be able to resist looking for clues in the story to help Cam and Eric find their new classmate.
Lexile Levels: 210-450
Young Cam Jansen and the Ice Skate Mystery
by David A. AdlerNow even beginning readers can join in the fun of cracking cases with Cam Jansen, the red-headed detective with the photographic memory.
Lexile Levels: 210-450
Young Cam Jansen and the Double Beach Mystery
by David A. AdlerCam Jansen and her best friend Eric have headed to the beach. But after a day of sun and fun, they can't find Cam's mother. Was she abducted by aliens? Is she in disguise? "Click," says Cam, and the hunt is on.
The Cam Jansen Adventure series has been a favorite with older readers for years.
With the addition of the Cam easy-to-reads, now younger readers are able to help solve mysteries meant just for them. When it's time to make the transition to more difficult books, Cam Jansen will be waiting.
Lexile Levels: 210-450
The Case of the Fidgety Fox
by Cynthia RylantWhen the fluffy dice of Melvin the bus driver turn up missing, Bunny and Jack, two animal detectives, investigate the case.
Arthur's Valentine
by Marc BrownWho is Arthur's secret admirer? It is a real mystery.
It might be Fern.
It could be Buster playing a joke.
Or maybe even Francine. She is always teasing Arthur.
Arthur hopes it is the new girl, Sue Ellen.
Whoever it is makes Arthur's life miserable ... until Arthur neatly turns the tables, proving that he knows how to take a joke and play one as well.
Marc Brown has created an irresistible sequel to the ever popular Arthur's Eyes and Arthur's Nose.
Henry and Mudge and the Sneaky Crackers
by Cynthia Rylant
Henry and his big dog Mudge have a telescope, a secret code, a magnifying glass, and a spy hat.
They're ready to look for clues, steal secrets, and flirt with danger.
Checking out the neighborhood, they find a coded message. Could it be that Henry and Mudge aren't the only spies around?
Other books in this series are available from Bookshare.
Dog Man Unleashed: A Graphic Novel
by Dav PilkeyPetey is up to no good in the second Dog Man book from worldwide bestselling author and artist Dav Pilkey.Dog Man is still learning a few tricks of the trade. Petey the Cat is out of the bag, and his criminal curiosity is taking the city by storm. Something fishy is going on! Can Dog Man unleash justice on this ruffian in time to save the city, or will Petey get away with the purr-fect crime?Dav Pilkey's wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being true to one's self.
The Class Picture Day From The Black Lagoon
by Mike ThalerWhen Mrs. Green announces that Friday is class picture day, Hubie spends the rest of the week worrying about how he will look and practicing poses.
Arthur's TV Trouble
by Marc BrownIt all started while Arthur was watching The Bionic Bunny Show... When Arthur sees the commercial for the amazing doggy Treat Timer, he knows it's the perfect thing for his puppy, Pal. He can't get it out of his mind--in fact, every time he turns around, another ad is staring him in the face! Arthur's attempt to earn money just gets him into more trouble. Arthur's TV trouble gets worse before it gets better. Will Arthur and his family ever find a solution? Stay tuned.
Arthur Lost and Found
by Marc BrownArthur and Buster take the bus downtown together for the first time to go to Arthur's swimming lesson. During the ride, they fall asleep and miss their stop, winding up on the other side of town. Then they spend all their money on a snack of chocolate winkies and strawberry sodas. Will Arthur and Buster be able to put their heads together and find their way home? With characteristic humor, this Arthur Adventure will keep fans on the edge of their seats until Arthur and Buster make their way home safely.
Mercy Watson Fights Crime
by Kate DiCamillo and Chris DusenThe beguiling porcine wonder turns bucking bronco to snare a robber in this hilarious new addition to the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling series. Leroy Ninker is a small man with a big dream: he wants to be a cowboy, but for now he's just a thief. In fact, Leroy is robbing the Watsons' kitchen right this minute! As he drags the toaster across the counter -- screeeeeech -- and drops it into his bag -- clannngggg -- little does he know that a certain large pig who loves toast with a great deal of butter is stirring from sleep. Even less could he guess that comedy of errors (not to mention the buttery sweets in his pocket) will soon lead this little man on the wild and raucous rodeo ride he's always dreamed of! Nosy neighbors, astonished firemen, a puzzled policeman, and the ever-doting Watsons return for a new tongue-in-snout adventure about Kate DiCamillo's delightfully single-minded pig.
Nate The Great Goes Down In The Dumps
by Marjorie Weinman SharmatRosamond looks into her crystal ball and sees another case for Nate to crack--her money box is missing and she wants Nate to find it.
Nate the Great Goes Down in the Dumps
by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat and Marc SimontNate the Great and his trusty dog, Sludge, have a tricky case to solve. Nate's friend Rosamond has started a fortune-telling business, but her money box is missing. Sludge and Nate visit Claude, who helped Rosamond set up her business, and Finley, who collects boxes for his rat. They can't seem to help! It looks like the only way to clean up this case is to get down and dirty in the dumps!
Junie B., First Grader (at last!)
by Barbara Park and Denise BrunkusHurray, hurray for a brand-new school year!
Only, for Junie B. Jones, things are not actually that pleasant. 'Cause first grade means having to get used to a whole new classroom. And a whole new teacher. And a whole new bunch of strange children. But here's the worst thing of all: when Junie B. tries to read words on the chalkboard, she can't seem to see what everyone else is seeing! Is it possible she might actually end up wearing glasses?
Henry and Mudge Take the Big Test
by Cynthia RylantThis is the tenth book in the Henry and Mudge series, and other books in the series are available from Bookshare. When Henry takes Mudge to obedience school, he is very nervous. Will they pass that big test?
Young Cam Jansen and the Substitute Mystery
by David A. AdlerCam's photographic memory helps a scatterbrained substitute teacher, especially when he discovers that he has misplaced his coat.
Lexile Levels: 210-450
Nate the Great and the Lost List
by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat and Marc SimontAlthough Nate the Great and his dog, Sludge, are on vacation, they just can't resist a new case. When his friend Claude's grocery list is lost, Nate sets out to find it before lunch. But lunch draws nearer and the list is still missing. Nate the Great is worried: his reputation is at stake. It looks as if list has vanished--unless Rosamond's strange cat pancakes are somehow at the heart of the mystery.
Henry and Mudge and the Best Day of All
by Cynthia RylantHenry, his big dog, Mudge and his family and friends celebrate Henry's special day.
Snaggle Doodles
by Patricia Reilly GiffApril is invention month. "We're going to make our own inventions," says Ms. Rooney, "and work together in groups."Though Emily Arrow knows it's important for each group to think, listen, and share, she still wishes she were the leader of her invention group. Linda Lorca, the bossy leader, can't get anyone to cooperate. "Snaggle doodles," Emily says. If the group doesn't come up with an idea soon, they'll be the worst group in the class.Meanwhile, Emily is also busy thinking of a wedding present for Ms. Vincent, the student teacher. The wedding is only a few days away. Emily has a lot to do. Can she and her group learn to work together in time?From the Trade Paperback edition.
Henry and Mudge in the Family Trees
by Cynthia RylantHenry wondered if his relatives would like Mudge. Did they ever! This is the fifteenth book of Henry and Mudge's adventures, and other books in this series are available from Bookshare. This file should make an excellent embossed braille copy.
Henry And Mudge And The Great Grandpas
by Cynthia Rylant and Suçie StevensonHenry (and of course Mudge) loves to visit Great Grandpa Bill. He lives in a house with a lot of other grandpas who like to play with a little boy and his dog. But when Henry discovers a swimming pond near the grandpas' house, he finds out how much fun the grandpas really can be.
Winner of the Theodore Seuss Geisel Medal
Nate the Great and the Phony Clue
by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat and Marc SimontEarly one morning, a torn slip of paper with the mysterious letters V I T A appears on Nate the Great's doorstep. He and his faithful dog, Sludge, set off to solve this latest mystery. Against ferocious cats, hostile adversaries, and a sly, phony clue -- not to mention a three o'clock deadline -- Nate struggles to prove, once again, that he is Nate the Great.
Poppleton and Friends
by Cynthia Rylant and Mark TeaguePoppleton the pig goes to the beach, solves a lint mystery, and learns that friends are the secret to a long life, in a delightfully funny and beautifully illustrated storybook that contains three tales about Poppleton and his friends.