Zach & Zoe: Bully and the Beagle

Zach & Zoe: Bully and the Beagle
Author: Kristin Butcher
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2009-07-31
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1552774279

Zach and Zoe start up 'Odd Jobs Unlimited' as a way to beat the summer doldrums, but just when their business begins to take off with a dogsitting job, bullying cousin Howie comes to stay. Juggling the needs of the pup and the demands of their cousin is difficult enough, but when household items start disappearing, the twins set out to solve the mystery. [Fry Reading Level - 3.5]

Lights! Curtains! Cows!

Lights! Curtains! Cows!
Author: Karin Adams
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
Total Pages: 139
Release: 2009-07-31
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1552774260

Just when it's Greg, Mike and Becky's turn to step into the spotlight and perform in their town's annual play, The Legend of Cow Valley, they learn that it will be cancelled forever. The gang bands together to save the show and teach the town about the value of tradition and the role that young people have in keeping history fun and alive. [Fry Reading Level - 3.9]

Libby's Got the Beat

Libby's Got the Beat
Author: Robert Rayner
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
Total Pages: 147
Release: 2010-04-14
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1552774708

Libby has big plans for superstardom, but her school's low provincial test results stand in her way.

Quill & Quire

Quill & Quire
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Total Pages: 578
Release: 2009
Genre: Book industries and trade
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The Last Superhero

The Last Superhero
Author: Kristin Butcher
Publisher: Dundurn
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2010-04-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1459717066

Commended for the 2011 Best Books for Kids and Teens When doing the right thing turns all wrong Sometimes a guy just cant mind his own business, no matter how hard he tries, and sometimes that guy gets mired in predicaments which are not of his making. Thats what happens to Jas, a Grade Seven boy who is putting all his energy into completing the artwork for an adventure comic he hopes will be his ticket into an elite summer art program. But when he meets Wren, an eccentric, crusading classmate, his efforts are derailed. Initially, Jas has no interest in getting involved, but circumstances and Wrens overpowering personality keep drawing him in until there is no going back. Wren is a person of values. She believes that if youre not part of the solution, youre part of the problem. When she sees things that are wrong, she sets out to correct them. Eventually she becomes the target of bullies, then, because of Jass inadvertent interference, the bullies turn their attention to him. They destroy his comic and his chances of getting into art school. What can Jas and Wren do to end the bullies’ reign of terror?

Zak George's Dog Training Revolution

Zak George's Dog Training Revolution
Author: Zak George
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-06-07
Genre: Pets
ISBN: 1607748916

A revolutionary way to raise and train your dog, with “a wealth of practical tips, tricks, and fun games that will enrich the lives of many dogs and their human companions” (Dr. Ian Dunbar, veterinarian and animal behaviorist). Zak George is a new type of dog trainer. A dynamic YouTube star and Animal Planet personality with a fresh approach, Zak helps you tailor dog training to your pet’s unique traits and energy level—leading to quicker results and a much happier pup. For the first time, Zak has distilled the information from his hundreds of videos and experience with thousands of dogs into this comprehensive dog and puppy training guide that includes: • Choosing the right pup for you • Housetraining and basic training • Handling biting, leash pulling, jumping up, barking, aggression, chewing, and other behavioral issues • Health care essentials like finding a vet and selecting the right food • Cool tricks, traveling tips, and activities to enjoy with your dog • Topics with corresponding videos on Zak’s YouTube channel so you can see his advice in action Packed with everything you need to know to raise and care for your dog, this book will help you communicate and bond with one another in a way that makes training easier, more rewarding, and—most of all—fun!

The Next Step

The Next Step
Author: Beth Pollock
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2009-07-31
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1552774414

After losing her mother, Clara must learn to live her new life.

Witch of Bloor Street

Witch of Bloor Street
Author: Beth Pollock
Publisher: James Lorimer & Company
Total Pages: 123
Release: 2011-12-14
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1552775372

Sixth-grader Maggie Ito believes she has been cursed by the Witch of Bloor Street. While her friends all seem to be best at something - Sasha is best at art, Alice is the most musical, and even her nemesis Jarrett Johnson is the fastest runner - Maggie believes the curse is keeping her from being best at anything. Her attempts to break it become increasingly far-fetched, but her luck is still bad. With the help of her friends and a supportive teacher, Maggie finds confidence in her own abilities and the strength to confront her "witch." [Fry Reading Level - 4.0

The Dead Kid Detective Agency

The Dead Kid Detective Agency
Author: Evan Munday
Publisher: ECW Press
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2011-10
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1770900829

Thirteen-year-old October Schwartz is new in town; she spends her free time in the Sticksville Cemetery and it isn't long before she befriends the ghosts of five dead teenagers, each from a different era of the past. They form the Dead Kid Detective Agency, a group committed to solving Sticksville's most mysterious mysteries.