Usborne & Kane Miller Books Secondary Educat ion
Fict ion Series 1. Star of Deltora (4 books) (P)
$5.99 ea.
2. The Clockwork Sparrow (2 books) (P)
$6.99 ea.
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This magical series features strong female characters, themes of selfrealization, courage, and creative intelligence - making for compulsive reading for all ages.
Recently orphaned Sophie Taylor, now a shopgirl at London’s newly opened Sinclair’s department store, finds herself implicated in the theft of the priceless clockwork sparrow in this Edwardian mystery adventure series.
3. The Impossible Quest (5 books) (P)
$5.99 ea.
4. The Gateway (4 books) (P)
$5.99 ea.
5. The Last Thirteen (13 books) (P)
$5.99 ea.
6. The Phoenix Files (6 books) (P)
$6.99 ea.
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Four unlikely heroes are forced on a perilous quest to save their people. Only they can find the four impossible elements needed to wake the sleeping warriors of the legend.
The Gateway is no ordinary hotel. It’s guests aren’t just visiting from other cities and towns - they’re coming from other planets!
Sam is the first of the last 13 Dreamers to be revealed. Caught in a covert battle to preserve life as we know it, he must follow the clues to find twelve more Dreamers. Only this unique group can unravel the mysteries of an ancient prophecy and locate the long-lost key to Earth’s survival.
This electrifying, alternating-narrator serial catapults the reader into a creepy locked-down desert town, built by an all-powerful corporation and populated by people who can unwittingly mutate and travel through time. With a plot that twists and turns unexpectedly, The Phoenix Files is a compelling and suspenseful read.
7. The Debt (6 books) (P)
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$7.99 ea.
Fifteen year old Dom is cast out of his comfortable life in the Gold Coast’s Halcyon Grove when he inherits an ancient debt. Now, he has six Herculean tasks to perform… or lose a pound of flesh. Each book, each adventure, brings Dom more than the challenge of a lifetime, and with each book, more about the truth of The Debt itself unfolds.
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Non-Fict ion 1. True Stories
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$4.99 ea.
Collections of thrilling adventure stories, all based on actual life events. Ideal for reluctant readers!
a. True Ghost Stories (P) (537685) b. True Stories of Crime and Detection (P) (536527) c. True Stories of Everest Adventures (P) (536510) d. True Stories of Heroes (P) (537562) e. True Stories of Gangsters (P) (536503) f. True Stories of Polar Adventures (P) (536497) g. True Stories of Survival (P) (536480) 2. Deadly Animals (FL) 534783
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Which snake has a bite that can kill in seconds? What makes leopards fearsome night hunters? Is a tiger shark deadlier than a killer whale? Where can you find the world’s most dangerous spiders? From tropical sharks to tiny insects with lethal bites, deadly animals can be found in every region of the globe.
3. What’s Below? (H) 675420
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$15.99
From the lush rain forest to an underwater kingdom and the secrets beneath the streets, discover the creatures, treasures, tunnels, and skeletons of a world below in this captivating “pop-down” book.
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Lit erat ure 1. Complete Shakespeare (H) 539429
$24.99
In this beautifully-illustrated book, you will find the thirty-seven plays that Shakespeare wrote, retold for children from 8 to 88! You will be pleased with re-reading the all-time favorites, but also with discovering the less well-known stories.
2. Book of Greek Myths (FL) 521301
$22.99
A sumptuously illustrated treasury of Greek myths filled with lively retellings of stories of brave heroes, powerful gods, and terrible monsters. With thirty-two popular and exciting stories including “Pandora’s Box,” “The Minotaur and the Labyrinth,” “Jason and the Golden Fleece.” Usborne
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Homewor k Help er s 1. Illustrated Dictionary (FL) 520236
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The perfect dictionary for home and school from age 9 to adult. Text written in friendly, accessible language. Over one thousand superb color illustrations.
2. Internet-Linked Reference Collection (H) 784849
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$99.99
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This collection includes the Geography, Science, and World History Encyclopedias which makes studying a breeze. Brilliant pictures and amazing facts will make learning even more fun!
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b. Science (H) c. World History (H) 3. Illustrated Dictionary of Math (FL) 516291
$12.99
4. Illustrated Dictionary of Science (FL) 518479
$29.99
5. Genes & DNA Reference Book (H) 536732
$12.99
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Everyone studying math needs this book, and it is an essential study guide when preparing for exams.
This great study aid has topics arranged thematically so that words are explained in context, with a fully integrated system of cross-referencing plus a comprehensive index.
This fascinating introduction explores every aspect of a vital subject. It takes you deep inside a cell to see where genes are found and goes behind the headlines to explain cloning, gene therapy, the human genome, DNA testing, GM foods, genetic engineering and much more.
6. Timelines of World History (H) 539214
$19.99
Discover the history of the world thanks to this detailed book with lots of timelines to help children understand the chronology of world history.
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Act ivity 1 1. Architect Academy (P) 675352
$12.99
2. Be the Change, Make it Happen (H) 674041
$14.99
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From designing a residential street and your perfect play park to learning some of the math skills used by architects and the basics of interior design, the activities in this innovative book encourage imaginative play and problem solving. Includes stickers, a pull-out poster, and press-out game cards.
Big and small ways kids can change the world. From helping the planet through recycling and saving water, to promoting important causes with awesome art exhibitions, to partying to raise money for charity, there are tons of ideas for ways to kids to get their voices heard and make an impact on issues that are important to them.
3. Japanese Patterns to Color (P) 538682
$5.99
A sophisticated coloring book suitable for older children and adults, featuring historically accurate designs from the fascinating and exotic history of Japan. Snippets of information throughout allow the reader to find out more about these decorative art movements and the styles and artists who made them famous.
4. Rain Forest Masks (P) 675475
$11.99
5. Brain Twisters (FL) 674713
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Pop out, make and play with ten strikingly beautiful illustrated paper masks of amazing rain forest creatures – a toucan, a jaguar, a frog, a butterfly and more are waiting to be brought to life!
Trick your senses and baffle your brain with this mind-boggling book of tricks and neuroscience information.
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6. This is Not a Science Book (P) 675147
$14.99
This innovative activity book develops science knowledge through drawing, sketching, making, and coloring. From mapping out bones in the body to building amazing spinning rotocopters, the stimulating activities will get brains ticking and pens scribbling. This is NOT a science book‌or is it?
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