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The imagination key

St. Mother Teresa High School


Smith was an artist. A lonely one living in a place without imagination or wonder. A place that used to be something and perhaps could be again. Smith filled his days drawing what he saw until one day, it wasn't enough. He drew what he imagined. What happened next was unimaginable.
Date Published:2026

Allegiant

Roth, Veronica,


Sequel to : Insurgent. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), February 2014. Publishers Weekly Annex, October 2013. Bulletin (Center for Children's books). Publishers Weekly Annex. "The faction-based society that Tris Prior once believed in is shattered--fractured by violence and power struggles and scarred by loss and betrayal. So when offered a chance to explore the world past the limits she's known, Tris is ready. Perhaps beyond the fence, she and Tobias will find a simple new life together, free from complicated lies, tangled loyalties, and painful memories. But Tris's new reality is even more alarming than the one she left behind. Old discoveries are quickly rendered meaningless. Explosive new truths change the hearts of those she loves. And once again, Tris must battle to comprehend the complexities of human nature -- and of himself -- while facing impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice nature -- and of herself --while facing impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice and love "--Dust jacket.
Date Published:2013

Sequel to : Insurgent. Bulletin (Center for Children's books), February 2014. Publishers Weekly Annex, October 2013. Bulletin (Center for Children's books). Publishers Weekly Annex. "The faction-based society that Tris Prior once believed in is shattered--fractured by violence and power struggles and scarred by loss and betrayal. So when offered a chance to explore the world past the limits she's known, Tris is ready. Perhaps beyond the fence, she and Tobias will find a simple new life together, free from complicated lies, tangled loyalties, and painful memories. But Tris's new reality is even more alarming than the one she left behind. Old discoveries are quickly rendered meaningless. Explosive new truths change the hearts of those she loves. And once again, Tris must battle to comprehend the complexities of human nature -- and of himself -- while facing impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice nature -- and of herself --while facing impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice and love "--Dust jacket.

Date Published:2013

I survived the Black Death, 1348

Tarshis, Lauren.,


Includes a section of nonfiction back matter with more facts and photos about the real-life event. In this gripping story about the first wave of the plague, I Survived readers will travel to medieval England -- a time of knights and peasants cathedrals and castles -- when the most deadly disease in world history sweeps across Europe and parts of Asia and Africa. New York Times bestselling author Lauren Tarshis tells the story of how one girl finds incredible hope amid illness and grief.
Date Published:2024

Includes a section of nonfiction back matter with more facts and photos about the real-life event. In this gripping story about the first wave of the plague, I Survived readers will travel to medieval England -- a time of knights and peasants cathedrals and castles -- when the most deadly disease in world history sweeps across Europe and parts of Asia and Africa. New York Times bestselling author Lauren Tarshis tells the story of how one girl finds incredible hope amid illness and grief.

Date Published:2024

Boruto : Uzamaki Boruto!! 1.

Kodachi, Ukyo, 1979-


"First published in Japan in 2016 by SHUEISHA Inc., Tokyo,"--verso. Reads from right to left. "Naruto was a young shinobi with an incorrigible knack for mischief. He achieved his dream to become the greatest ninja in his village, and now his face sits atop the Hokage monument. But this is not his story... A new generation of ninja are ready to take the stage, led by Naruto's own son, Boruto! Years have passed since Naruto and Sasuke teamed up to defeat Kaguya, the progenitor of chakra and the greatest threat the ninja world has ever faced. Times are now peaceful and the new generation of shinobi has not experienced the same hardships as its parents. Perhaps that is why Boruto would rather play video games than train. However, one passion does burn deep in this ninja boy's heart, and that is the desire to defeat his father!" -- Amazon.com.
Date Published:2017

"First published in Japan in 2016 by SHUEISHA Inc., Tokyo,"--verso. Reads from right to left. "Naruto was a young shinobi with an incorrigible knack for mischief. He achieved his dream to become the greatest ninja in his village, and now his face sits atop the Hokage monument. But this is not his story... A new generation of ninja are ready to take the stage, led by Naruto's own son, Boruto! Years have passed since Naruto and Sasuke teamed up to defeat Kaguya, the progenitor of chakra and the greatest threat the ninja world has ever faced. Times are now peaceful and the new generation of shinobi has not experienced the same hardships as its parents. Perhaps that is why Boruto would rather play video games than train. However, one passion does burn deep in this ninja boy's heart, and that is the desire to defeat his father!" -- Amazon.com.

Date Published:2017

Yotsuba&. 16 /

Azuma, Kiyohiko,


Yotsuba can’t wait to go to school! The teacher will know the names of all the trees and birds that Yotsuba saw while climbing Mount Takao for sure! Daddy didn’t know aaanything―and neither did Yanda, obviously. Daddy was worried the trail might be too hard, but nothing could stop Yotsuba, not even the super-long stairs at the end! Yotsuba found all kinds of cool stuff, but Daddy seemed really interested in finding all the benches for some reason….
Date Published:2026

Yotsuba can’t wait to go to school! The teacher will know the names of all the trees and birds that Yotsuba saw while climbing Mount Takao for sure! Daddy didn’t know aaanything―and neither did Yanda, obviously. Daddy was worried the trail might be too hard, but nothing could stop Yotsuba, not even the super-long stairs at the end! Yotsuba found all kinds of cool stuff, but Daddy seemed really interested in finding all the benches for some reason….

Date Published:2026

How to survive a sharknado and other unnatural disasters fight back when monsters and mother nature attack

Shaffer, Andrew,


"Survival 7 14 : official guide to staying alive"--Cover. Includes filmography. In the apocalyptic world we live in, Mother Nature is angry. Danger waits at every turn, and catastrophes like the Los Angeles sharknados have taught us that we need to be ready for anything. Too many lives have already been lost. But fear not. How to Survive a Sharknado and Other Unnatural Disasters is the first and only comprehensive guide to surviving the very worst that Mother Nature can throw our way. Inside this life-saving reference, you’ll find: • Vital information about dozens of unnatural disasters and ungodly monsters that can injure, maim, or kill you, from arachnoquakes and ice twisters to piranhacondas and mega pythons; • Easy-to-understand survival tips for avoiding a bloody demise; • Inspirational words of wisdom from survivors, including Fin Shepard and April Wexler; • Useful resources, such as the Shepard Survival Assessment Test (S.S.A.T), and much more. With this essential book in hand, you too can be a hero who laughs in the face of calamity while saving friends and family. Or you can just avoid getting savagely ripped apart by a robocroc. Either way, you’ve been warned. Now be prepared.
Date Published:2014

"Survival 7 14 : official guide to staying alive"--Cover. Includes filmography. In the apocalyptic world we live in, Mother Nature is angry. Danger waits at every turn, and catastrophes like the Los Angeles sharknados have taught us that we need to be ready for anything. Too many lives have already been lost. But fear not. How to Survive a Sharknado and Other Unnatural Disasters is the first and only comprehensive guide to surviving the very worst that Mother Nature can throw our way. Inside this life-saving reference, you’ll find: • Vital information about dozens of unnatural disasters and ungodly monsters that can injure, maim, or kill you, from arachnoquakes and ice twisters to piranhacondas and mega pythons; • Easy-to-understand survival tips for avoiding a bloody demise; • Inspirational words of wisdom from survivors, including Fin Shepard and April Wexler; • Useful resources, such as the Shepard Survival Assessment Test (S.S.A.T), and much more. With this essential book in hand, you too can be a hero who laughs in the face of calamity while saving friends and family. Or you can just avoid getting savagely ripped apart by a robocroc. Either way, you’ve been warned. Now be prepared.

Date Published:2014

Penguins

Arlon, Penelope


Includes access to a digital companion book. Includes index. An introduction to penguins, looking at seventeen different kinds, exploring their unique behaviors, and presenting numerous photographs.
Date Published:2012

Gorillas

Morgan, Sally.


Includes index. Describes the physical characteristics, senses, habitat, diet, social behavior, life cycle, and conservation of the gorilla.
Date Published:2005

Elephants

Morgan, Sally, 1957-


Includes index. A photo-illustrated overview of elephants that covers their different types, life cycle, bodies, food, movement, communication, and threats to survival.
Date Published:2004

Lions

Morgan, Sally


This edition specially created for Books Are Fun"--T.p. verso. Includes index. The lion -- Lion types -- Where do lions live? -- Living in a pride -- Beginning life -- Growing up -- Predators -- Lion senses -- Lion movement -- Hunting -- Living in a territory -- Communication -- Lions under threat -- Life cycle. Simple text and illustrations present information about the physical characteristics and behaviors of lions.
Date Published:2005

This edition specially created for Books Are Fun"--T.p. verso. Includes index. The lion -- Lion types -- Where do lions live? -- Living in a pride -- Beginning life -- Growing up -- Predators -- Lion senses -- Lion movement -- Hunting -- Living in a territory -- Communication -- Lions under threat -- Life cycle. Simple text and illustrations present information about the physical characteristics and behaviors of lions.

Date Published:2005

The one and only Bob

Applegate, Katherine


Sequel to: The one and only Ivan. Bob sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long- lost sister with the help of his two best friends, Ivan and Ruby. As a hurricane approaches and time is running out, Bob finds courage he never knew he had and learns the true meaning of friendship and family.
Date Published:2020

Maximum security

Muchamore, Robert, 1972-


The teenage CHERUB agents try to break a child criminal out of a maximum security Arizona prison in order to get at his mother, a weapons dealer of legendary status who has been selling U.S. missiles to terrorists.
Date Published:2005

Predators collection


"4 books in one! Levels 1 & 2"--Cover. Spiders / Laura Marsh -- Sharks / Anne Schreiber -- Tigers / Laura Marsh -- Wolves / Laura Marsh. Some have enormous teeth, others the deadly skill to catch their prey without making a sound! National Geographic Kids brings readers some of their favorite deadly and carnivorous animals in one convenient package with "National Geographic Readers: Predators Collection." Howling wolves, chomping sharks, sneaky spiders, and toothy tigers all have the need to feed, and have developed amazing ways to catch their prey. Fascinating animal information is accompanied by wonderful photographs to ensure that kids' natural curiosity is both satisfied AND inspired.
Date Published:2013

"4 books in one! Levels 1 & 2"--Cover. Spiders / Laura Marsh -- Sharks / Anne Schreiber -- Tigers / Laura Marsh -- Wolves / Laura Marsh. Some have enormous teeth, others the deadly skill to catch their prey without making a sound! National Geographic Kids brings readers some of their favorite deadly and carnivorous animals in one convenient package with "National Geographic Readers: Predators Collection." Howling wolves, chomping sharks, sneaky spiders, and toothy tigers all have the need to feed, and have developed amazing ways to catch their prey. Fascinating animal information is accompanied by wonderful photographs to ensure that kids' natural curiosity is both satisfied AND inspired.

Date Published:2013

Where is Antarctica

Fabiny, Sarah,


Where is Antarctica? -- At the bottom of the world -- Mountains, volcanoes, and lots of ice -- The coldest place on earth -- The unknown southern land -- The race for the pole -- Amazing animals -- More to explore -- Antarctica today. "Explore Antarctica--the coldest, driest, and windiest continent on Earth--in this adventure-filled title in the Who HQ series. Antarctica, the earth's southernmost continent, was virtually untouched by humans until the nineteenth century. Many famous explorers journeyed (and often died) there in the hope of discovering a land that always seemed out of reach. This book introduces readers to this desert--yes, desert!--continent that holds about 90 percent of the world's ice; showcases some of the 200 species that call Antarctica home, including the emperor penguin; and discusses environmental dangers to the continent, underscoring how what happens to Antarctica affects the entire world"--
Date Published:2019

Where is Antarctica? -- At the bottom of the world -- Mountains, volcanoes, and lots of ice -- The coldest place on earth -- The unknown southern land -- The race for the pole -- Amazing animals -- More to explore -- Antarctica today. "Explore Antarctica--the coldest, driest, and windiest continent on Earth--in this adventure-filled title in the Who HQ series. Antarctica, the earth's southernmost continent, was virtually untouched by humans until the nineteenth century. Many famous explorers journeyed (and often died) there in the hope of discovering a land that always seemed out of reach. This book introduces readers to this desert--yes, desert!--continent that holds about 90 percent of the world's ice; showcases some of the 200 species that call Antarctica home, including the emperor penguin; and discusses environmental dangers to the continent, underscoring how what happens to Antarctica affects the entire world"--

Date Published:2019

King's cage

Aveyard, Victoria,


With Mare powerless as a prisoner of Maven Calore, the boy she once loved, her rebel Reds continue to organize and train as they prepare for war, while exiled prince Cal sets out to rescue Maven from captivity.
Date Published:2017

The liars society

Gerber, Alyson,


Weatherby is a fish out of water. When she lands a scholarship to the prestigious Boston School, she's excited to be in the same world as her dad...But Weatherby has a secret she'll risk everything to protect, one that could destroy her new life. Every member of Jack's wealthy and privileged family has made their mark at the Boston School. Everyone, that is, except for Jack, who is entirely mediocre...But Jack has a secret of his own...one with the power to ruin everything.When the money for their school trip to a private island...is stolen, Jack and Weatherby are invited to play a high-stakes game and solve the mystery of the missing money.
Date Published:2024

Weatherby is a fish out of water. When she lands a scholarship to the prestigious Boston School, she's excited to be in the same world as her dad...But Weatherby has a secret she'll risk everything to protect, one that could destroy her new life. Every member of Jack's wealthy and privileged family has made their mark at the Boston School. Everyone, that is, except for Jack, who is entirely mediocre...But Jack has a secret of his own...one with the power to ruin everything.When the money for their school trip to a private island...is stolen, Jack and Weatherby are invited to play a high-stakes game and solve the mystery of the missing money.

Date Published:2024

The black Donnellys : the outrageous tale of Canada's deadliest feud

Hendley, Nate.


Relates the events of the 1870's that led to the murders of the Donnelly family near the town of Lucan, Ontario.
Date Published:2004

Artemis Fowl and the last guardian. 8.

Colfer, Eoin


Teenage genius Artemis Fowl and his arch rival Opal battle to the last in this eighth and final book in series.
Date Published:2012

Watership Down

Adams, Richard, 1920-


A combination fairy tale, survival thriller and allegory of the human condition and spirit, that centers on an intrepid band of refugee rabbits seeking a safe, new home.
Date Published:2012

Harry Potter à l'école des sorciers

Rowling, J. K.


Titre original: Harry Potter and the philosopher's stone. Le jour de ses onze ans, Harry Potter, un orphelin élevé par un oncle et une tante qui le détestent, voit son existence bouleversée. Un géant vient le chercher pour l’emmener à Poudlard, une école de sorcellerie! Voler en balai, jeter des sorts, combattre les trolls : Harry Potter se révèle un sorcier doué. Mais un mystère entoure sa naissance et l’effroyable V…, le mage dont personne n’ose prononcer le nom. Amitié, surprises, dangers, scènes comiques, Harry découvre ses pouvoirs et la vie à Poudlard. Le premier tome des aventures du jeune héros vous ensorcelle aussitôt!
Date Published:2017

Titre original: Harry Potter and the philosopher's stone. Le jour de ses onze ans, Harry Potter, un orphelin élevé par un oncle et une tante qui le détestent, voit son existence bouleversée. Un géant vient le chercher pour l’emmener à Poudlard, une école de sorcellerie! Voler en balai, jeter des sorts, combattre les trolls : Harry Potter se révèle un sorcier doué. Mais un mystère entoure sa naissance et l’effroyable V…, le mage dont personne n’ose prononcer le nom. Amitié, surprises, dangers, scènes comiques, Harry découvre ses pouvoirs et la vie à Poudlard. Le premier tome des aventures du jeune héros vous ensorcelle aussitôt!

Date Published:2017