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"In this astonishing book from the author of the bestselling memoir The Good Good Pig, Sy Montgomery explores the emotional and physical world of the octopus--a surprisingly complex, intelligent, and spirited creature--and the remarkable connections it makes with humans. Sy Montgomery's popular 2011 Orion magazine piece, "Deep Intellect," about her friendship with a sensitive, sweet-natured octopus named Athena and the grief she felt at her death,...
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Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
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"Discover the magical depths of the kelp forest, and all the fascinating creatures living just a paddle's length away-both over and under the waves"--
A girl and her parents paddle into the bay. Over the water pelicans fly; under the water all kinds of sealife go through their daily life. Discover the magical depths of the kelp forest and all the fascinating creatures living just over and under the waves. - adapted from jacket and perusal of book....
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The Wizard of Oz series volume 9
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The adventures of Trot and Cap'n Bill take them to Oz where they help solve the problem of Pom, whose truelove's heart has been turned to ice by witches.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 6
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Sixteen-year-old Robbie Daniels, happy to get a job aboard a troller fishing for king salmon off southeastern Alaska, finds himself in danger when he discovers that his mysterious captain is searching for long-buried Russian plaques that lay claim to Alaska and the Northwest.
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2012
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National Geographic pairs gripping and gruesome stories of shark attacks with cutting edge research to illuminate a fascinating underwater world that few truly understand. Sharks are the world's most fascinating predators-capable of detecting a single drop of blood in 25 million drops of ocean and sensing electricity emitted by their prey. This eBook short takes readers deep into the realm of the very latest shark science, including new insights into...
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Young wizards volume 2
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 11
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During a summer vacation at the beach, thirteen-year-old wizard Nita and her friend Kit assist the whale-wizard S'reee in combating an evil power.
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Pub. Date
2019
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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This series introduces readers to some of the most exceptional creatures of the animal kingdom. Includes fun facts and what makes them unique and interesting from other animals. Features informative sidebars, detailed infographics, vivid photos, and a glossary.
13) The black pearl
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 4
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A sixteen-year-old boy relates his discovery of the Pearl of Heaven and his near-fatal encounter with the feared sea monster, Manta Diablo.
15) No bones!
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Pub. Date
[2016]
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"Who needs bones to swim the seven seas? Not octopuses, clams, crabs, or jellies. Learn more about the lives of these and other ocean animals with no spines. Dive in!"--
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Pub. Date
2012
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Zaira is a little girl with an imagination so big that she can see dolphins in the town square fountain. One day, she is shocked to find the fountain empty. The children who play in the square and make fun of Zaira for telling make-believe stories are shocked too—when a real fairy arrives to help her. This story full of magic and fun embraces the amazing imagination that breathes life into both children’s games and adults’ dreams.
18) Sophie's Rescue
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Pub. Date
2017
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Endangered animals need people's help to survive. Read about how scientists are helping loggerhead turtles survive.