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Teddy Mars: Almost a World Record Breaker Book Poster Image
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Teddy Mars: Almost a World Record Breaker
age 7+
Boy strives to make his mark in funny family tale.
By Molly B. Burnham
(2015)
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Half Magic: Tales of Magic, Book 1 Book Poster Image
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Half Magic: Tales of Magic, Book 1
age 7+
Delightful, charming classic has adventure, humor, heart.
By Edward Eager
(1999)
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The Sasquatch Escape: The Imaginary Veterinary, Book 1 Book Poster Image
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The Sasquatch Escape: The Imaginary Veterinary, Book 1
age 7+
Quirky fantasy adventure perfect for Magic Tree House grads.
By Suzanne Selfors
(2013)
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The Borrowers Book Poster Image
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The Borrowers
age 7+
Classic tale a bit slow but retains its appeal.
By Mary Norton
(2003)
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Legends of Zita the Spacegirl Book Poster Image
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Legends of Zita the Spacegirl
age 7+
Sequel has even more awesome bravery and action.
By Ben Hatke
(2012)
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Secrets of Droon Series Book Poster Image
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Secrets of Droon Series
age 7+
Simple but inventive series great for first fantasy reading.
By Tony Abbott
(1999)
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Milo Speck, Accidental Agent Book Poster Image
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Milo Speck, Accidental Agent
age 7+
Funny fantasy encourages problem-solving, resilience.
By Linda Urban
(2015)
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Ollie's Odyssey Book Poster Image
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Ollie's Odyssey
age 7+
Illustrated stolen-toy tale has heart and scary scenes.
By William Joyce
(2016)
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Nicholas St. North and the Battle of the Nightmare King: The Guardians, Book 1 Book Poster Image
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Nicholas St. North and the Battle of the Nightmare King: The Guardians, Book 1
age 7+
Early days of Santa Claus are busy but not wholly engaging.
By William Joyce, Laura Geringer
(2011)
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