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1) Around the world in 80 sandwiches: one man's journey of self discovery between two slices of bread
Author
Publisher
Round N Round Publishing
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
Around the World in 80 Sandwiches is the story of Mike's attempt to show his sons the world through sandwiches made in his own kitchen - or at local eateries. He thought he was setting out to teach his kids about food, culture, people, and the great big world we live in - what he didn't expect was to learn so much about himself and his place in it
3) Baby be
Author
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2022
Language
English
Description
As they dance, wiggle, and boogie together, fathers assure their sons that they can become anything they want and that they will always have their fathers' support
Author
Language
English
Description
"The last few months have been pretty tough for Eli. He moved to New York City and left his small town in Minnesota with his extended family and everyone he knows. He hasn't made any new friends. And his mom died unexpectedly, shattering his whole world. He misses Mom more and more every day, but Dad refuses to talk about her, leaving Eli alone in his grief. Then Eli finds a stash of instructional cooking videos his mom made, revealing her dream of...
Author
Series
Storm runner volume 1
Publisher
Disney Hyperion
Pub. Date
2018
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 14
Language
English
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To prevent the Mayan gods from battling each other and destroying the world, thirteen-year-old Zane must unravel an ancient prophecy, stop an evil god, and discover how the physical disability that makes him reliant on a cane also connects him to his father and his ancestry
Author
Publisher
Random House Worlds
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
"In this novel, set two years before the events of Stranger Things: Season 4, Eddie Munson - Hellfire Club leader, metalhead, and Hawkins outcast - has one shot to make it big. With an opportunity score a record deal, he undertakes a risky moneymaking scheme with his father to get the funds to record a demo"--
Hawkins, Indiana. Eddie Munson-- Hellfire Club leader, metalhead, and Hawkins outcast-- has one shot to make it big. With an opportunity to...
Author
Series
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2023
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 6
Language
English
Description
"Now that his dad's cookie store is a success, Ellis is basically a local celebrity. He's primed to take a star turn playing his harmonica on national television...until his big break turns into the most embarrassing moment of his life."--
8) Fresh juice
Author
Publisher
Lee & Low Books Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Art and his dad venture to their local farmer's market to find fresh ingredients to make a juice that will help Dad overcome his cold, and learn that staying healthy takes carrots, collards, cayenne, and community. Includes recipe for cold-clobbering juice
Author
Language
English
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Description
"In 1755, Abel Cloudesley, a London watchmaker and creator of remarkable mechanical automata, is mourning his wife, Alice, who died giving birth to their son, Zachary. Six years later, Abel is further devastated when a freak workshop accident takes Zachary's eye. With his new eye made of gold and lapis by Abel's soft-spoken apprentice Tom, Zachary, now with an astonishing gift of second sight, is sent to live with his eccentric Aunt Franny in the...
Author
Series
Publisher
VIZ Media, LLC
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
Boruto may have survived his dance with death thanks to some Ohtsustuki meddling, but the trouble is just beginning. When Code and Eida show up show up in Konoha Village, even Naruto and Sasuke may be powerless to stop them."--Back cover
Author
Series
Publisher
VIZ Media, LLC
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Chaos reigns as Eida betrays Code and sides with Konoha Village. Eida's powers make her dangerous even as an ally, so how will Boruto and Team Seven react? Meanwhile, Code makes his own moves using the power of the Ten Tails."--Back cover
12) The iron claw
Publisher
Lionsgate
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
The true story of the inseparable Von Erich brothers, who made history in the intensely competitive world of professional wrestling in the early 1980s. Through tragedy and triumph, under the shadow of their domineering father and coach, the brothers seek larger-than-life immortality on the biggest stage in sports
13) Pinocchio
Series
Criterion collection volume 1201
Publisher
Criterion Collection
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
A classic tale is reborn through the inspired imagination of cinematic dream-weaver Guillermo del Toro, directing alongside Mark Gustafson. Realized through boundary-pushing, breathtakingly intricate stop-motion animation, this dark rendering of the fable of the puppet boy and his maker, which won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, daringly transfers the story to Fascist Italy, where the irrepressible Pinocchio gradually learns what it means...
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2022
Language
Español
Description
El galardonado artista John Parra nos trae un conmovedor y engañosamente simple cuento infantil ilustrado inspirado por su propia niñez, sobre el lazo entre padre e hijo, el valor de trabajar duro y los vínculos que existen entre la naturaleza, el arte y la creatividad.Hoy es el gran día: ¡la primera vez que su papá lleva a Juanito a ayudarlo en su trabajo de contratista de jardinería! A lo largo del día, Juanito dibuja todo lo que le llama...
Author
Publisher
Little Libros, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
Español
Description
Desde el amanecer hasta el atardecer, los agrícolas trabajan para llenar nuestros estómagos. Contada desde la perspectiva de un hijo orgulloso, esta historia sincera y bellamente ilustrada ilumina el sacrificio y las dificultades que un padre aguanta por su familia
From dawn to dusk, through sunshine, rainfall, and everything in between, he works his smooth hands until they crack. He harvests plenty of gifts for everyone to enjoy in hope of a brighter...
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
"Joe is starstruck, determined to find his way up, up, up to the magical lights in the night sky. "In your dreams!" his pals say. But when Joe and his dad put their heads and hearts together, there's no stopping them. Together they climb ladders, construct towers, and launch rockets in a tireless quest to reach the unreachable. Airy and playful, Gill Smith's dynamic illustrations perfectly complement David Almond's ebullient tale of sky-high courage--and...
Author
Series
Middle school misadventures volume 1
Publisher
Little, Brown and Company
Pub. Date
2019
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 2.5 - AR Pts: 2
Language
English
Description
"In order to avoid extra work, middle schooler Newell agrees to participate in a school-wide talent show--without a talent"--
18) Leo on a hike
Author
Series
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
Leo and his father go on a hike and discover many interesting things along the way
Author
Publisher
Lee & Low Books Inc
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Early Friday morning, Zain leaps out of bed ready to save the world from alien invaders! But his dad has other plans for Zain on this special day of the week. Dad takes Zain to the mosque and guides him through his first jumu'ah prayers. But Zain's quest for a superhero adventure leads to supersize distractions. Can Zain rein in his powerful impulses and appreciate this special experience with his dad and community? With spirited text by award-winning...
20) Spy x family: 11
Author
Series
Publisher
VIZ Media, LLC
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
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Description
"Master spy Twilight is unparalleled when it comes to going undercover on dangerous missions for the betterment of the world. But when he receives the ultimate assignment--to get married and have a kid--he may finally be in over his head! Threatened by Yor's relationship with Melinda Desmond, Anya gets serious about her own friendship scheme. On the way to a museum field trip, however, she and her class become the target of activists looking to free...
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