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	Diary of a Wimpy Kid Jeff Kinney (2007) , 217 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Graphic Humor Reluctant Readers
Request this book from the Library It was a great book. It was funny, good and my favorite. It had funny parts. That book always made me laugh!!!!!!!! Kid review written by Hunter, Age 9 It is so funny I cracked up in the whole book my favorite part was when there uncle gave Greg a barbie doll for Christmas. Kid review written by jai Read more Kids' Reviews of this book

	Secret Agent Jack Stalwart: The Search for the Sunken Treasure Elizabeth Singer Hunt (2007) , 110 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: Adventure Beginning Chapter Books Mystery New Books Reluctant Readers
Request this book from the Library When Jack's brother Max disappeared, Jack was in for a big surprise. His brother was an agent for a super secret agency, the GPF (Global Protection Force). The GPF wants Jack to join the agency and help find his brother. Jack can't wait. Soon his life is spy gadgets and secret missions. This time, he ends up in Australia, diving for buried treasure. But the GPF and Jack are not the only ones who want that treasure. The Komodo Klan wants it too, and they'll stop at nothing to get it. Will this be Jack's last mission? Librarian review written by Lisa

	Night of the Howling Dogs Graham Salisbury (2007) , 191 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Adventure Ghosts New Books Realistic Fiction Reluctant Readers
Request this book from the Library Dylan and his best friend Casey are really excited about their Boy Scout camping trip. They are going to a deserted beach underneath a volcano. The only trouble, a new scout named Louie. He has a bad attitude, and a personal grudge with Dylan. As the troop heads down the trail, Dylan's biggest concern is sharing such a small place with the annoying Louie. Then Dylan sees the dogs. Two strays far away from anyplace a dog should be. Tthe troop meets up with some old Hawaiin cowboys who tell them that one of the dogs is probably Pele, an ancient Hawaiian spirit. The dog is giving a warning of terrible danger. Soon, an earthquake and a tsunami give Dylan much more to worry about than Louie. Librarian review written by Lisa

	The Big One-Oh Dean Pitchford (2007) , 181 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Gross Stuff Humor New Books Realistic Fiction Reluctant Readers
Request this book from the Library Charley Maplewood wants to have a birthday party. No big deal, right? The trouble is, Charley has never had a party before. But how hard can it be? First, he needs to find some friends to invite. Then he needs to find a theme and plan the party. Soon, Charley is elbow deep in party planning. The trouble is, things never quite go the way Charley plans. His guest list includes the class bullies, he almost burns down the garage arranging his theme, and worst of all, his mom wants him to have a COWBOY party. The big one-oh just might be the end of Charley Maplewood. Librarian review written by Lisa

	Sherlock Holmes and the Baker Street Irregulars: The Fall of the Amazing Zalindas Tracy Mack (2006) , 259 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Mystery New Books Reluctant Readers
Request this book from the Library Everyone knows the famous Sherlock Holmes. What they might not know is he often relies on a group of street kids called the Baker Street Irregulars. These boys are Sherlock Holmes' eyes and ears on the street. When three of the Amazing Zalindas fall to their death during a circus performance, Sherlock Holmes is on the case. Soon his Baker Street Irregulars are hanging around the circus and listening for clues. The boys soon discover clues that lead straight toward the Prince of England. Can they help Holmes solve the murders before one of them becomes a victim? Librarian review written by Lisa

	Fergus Crane Paul Stewart (2006) , 214 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Fantasy Mystery New Books Reluctant Readers
Request this book from the Library This is a great story with lots of adventures and some really neat gadgets. It's written by Paul Stewart and Chris Riddel who wrote The Edge Chronicles. The pictures are fun too. Kid review written by Alethea, Age 8 i thought it was awesome i didn`t want to put it down It was stupid Kid review written by rfgstghes Don't listen to the other review it [stinks]. Read more Kids' Reviews of this book

	Herbie Jones Sails Into Second Grade Suzy Kline (2006) , 55 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: Back To School Beginning Chapter Books New Books Reluctant Readers
Request this book from the Library Herbie Jones is excited about second grade, but he is nervous too. He will have a new teacher and a new room. Will he like it? On the way to school, Herbie meets Raymond. Raymond is new, and he is nervous too. But Mr. S is really neat. Herbie knows second grade will be great! Librarian review written by Lisa

	Steal Back the Mona Lisa Meghan McCarthy (2006) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Humor Mystery New Books Reluctant Readers
Request this book from the Library Someone has stolen the Mona Lisa! Who can help? Jack can, of course. With his special agent suit and his special agent tools, Jack is the one to get the painting back. But he'll have to face some wily crooks first. Wil Jack foil the plan or be foiled himself? Librarian review written by Lisa

	Travels of Thelonious: The Fog Mound Susan Schade (2006) , 214 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Animals Fantasy New Books Reluctant Readers
Request this book from the Library Thelonious the chipmunk has always believed in humans. He knows the legends are more than just stories. When his house is knocked down in a flood, Thelonious winds up far from his home in the Untamed Forest. He finds himself in the City of Ruins. Luckily, Thelonious meets up with some friendly animals who help him find food and shelter. Best of all, he is living in the ruins of a human city. He was right! Humans did exist. When Thelonious and his new friends decide to leave the city, they strike off on an adventure beyond Thelonious' wildest dreams. Librarian review written by Lisa

	Phineas L Macguire Erupts Frances O'Roark Dowell (2006) , 174 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: Humor New Books Realistic Fiction Reluctant Readers
Request this book from the Library Phineas Macguire, aka Mac, is a scientific genius. He is also allergic to purple, girls and telephone calls. Mac has been waiting for the fourth grade science fair forever. He and his best friend Marcus were going to win for sure. Except Marcus moved away. Now Mac is paired with the new boy, Mac R. Mac is pretty sure he is allergic to Mac R too. What's a scientific genius to do with a dud for a partner? Librarian review written by Lisa

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