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500 Books Before Middle School: March 2025

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Jefferson County Public Library

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Spring Break is epic, and so are these fantastic titles, full of edge-of-you-seat adventures and laugh-out-loud antics. Audiobooks are available, too!

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Jefferson County Public Library

21 items

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An Adventure for Lia and Lion

An Adventure for Lia and Lion

by Rodin, Al

Book - 2024

A girl named Lia is searching for a pet. A big, wild Lion is looking for a pet as well. They meet, but both want to be in charge. They set out on an adventure without settling the issue and soon they are having fun as friends. A girl named Lia is searching for a pet. A big, wild Lion is looking for a pet as well. They meet, but both want to be in charge. They set out on an adventure without settling the issue and soon they are having fun as friends. Show less

A girl named Lia is searching for a pet. A big, wild Lion is looking for a pet as well. They meet, but both want to be in charge. They set out on an adventure without settling the issue and soon they are having fun as friends. A girl named Lia is searching for a pet. A big, wild Lion is looking for a pet as well. They meet, but both want to be in charge. They set out on an adventure without settling the issue and soon they are having fun as friends. Show less

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Wayward Travelers

Wayward Travelers

by Chantler, Scott

Graphic Novel - 2024

Sir Kelton and his bookish squire have promised to bring Cade to the School of Wizardry, but they soon find themselves lost in a forest containing gnolls and a rival knight. Sir Kelton and his bookish squire have promised to bring Cade to the School of Wizardry, but they soon find themselves lost in a forest containing gnolls and a rival knight. Show less

Sir Kelton and his bookish squire have promised to bring Cade to the School of Wizardry, but they soon find themselves lost in a forest containing gnolls and a rival knight. Sir Kelton and his bookish squire have promised to bring Cade to the School of Wizardry, but they soon find themselves lost in a forest containing gnolls and a rival knight. Show less

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Which Way to Anywhere

Which Way to Anywhere

by Cowell, Cressida

Book - 2023

Twelve-year-old twins K2 and Izzabird O'Hero have been told to keep their family's magical abilities a secret, which naturally sets them apart from their regular human step-siblings, 12-year-old Theo and 8-year-old Mabel Smith. Twelve-year-old twins K2 and Izzabird O'Hero have been told to keep their family's magical abilities a secret, which naturally sets them apart from their regular human step-siblings, 12-year-old Theo and 8-year-old Mabel Smith. Show less

Twelve-year-old twins K2 and Izzabird O'Hero have been told to keep their family's magical abilities a secret, which naturally sets them apart from their regular human step-siblings, 12-year-old Theo and 8-year-old Mabel Smith. Twelve-year-old twins K2 and Izzabird O'Hero have been told to keep their family's magical abilities a secret, which naturally sets them apart from their regular human step-siblings, 12-year-old Theo and 8-year-old Mabel Smith. Show less

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Which Way Around the Galaxy

Which Way Around the Galaxy

by Cowell, Cressida

Book - 2024

The four O'Hero-Smith children are thrust into another adventure when they find Bug, a lost Magical Creature, and they venture back into the Which Ways to help him return to his icy home. The four O'Hero-Smith children are thrust into another adventure when they find Bug, a lost Magical Creature, and they venture back into the Which Ways to help him return to his icy home. Show less

The four O'Hero-Smith children are thrust into another adventure when they find Bug, a lost Magical Creature, and they venture back into the Which Ways to help him return to his icy home. The four O'Hero-Smith children are thrust into another adventure when they find Bug, a lost Magical Creature, and they venture back into the Which Ways to help him return to his icy home. Show less

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Once Upon A Tim

Once Upon A Tim

by Gibbs, Stuart

Book - 2024

With no knightly experience but plenty of pluck and an impressive vocabulary, a 12-year-old peasant, hoping to improve his station in life, volunteers to ...Show more With no knightly experience but plenty of pluck and an impressive vocabulary, a 12-year-old peasant, hoping to improve his station in life, volunteers to help a cowardly prince and his not-very-powerful wizard rescue a princess from an evil, foul-smelling monster. Show less

With no knightly experience but plenty of pluck and an impressive vocabulary, a 12-year-old peasant, hoping to improve his station in life, volunteers to ...Show more With no knightly experience but plenty of pluck and an impressive vocabulary, a 12-year-old peasant, hoping to improve his station in life, volunteers to help a cowardly prince and his not-very-powerful wizard rescue a princess from an evil, foul-smelling monster. Show less

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Ember and the Phoenix

Ember and the Phoenix

by Magaziner, Lauren

Book - 2024

With Terrafamiliar's destiny under threat and the Mythics' team split apart, the villainous Golden Jumpsuit is closer than ever to victory. Ember must fin...Show more With Terrafamiliar's destiny under threat and the Mythics' team split apart, the villainous Golden Jumpsuit is closer than ever to victory. Ember must find the courage to lead and find a way to control her passionate nature to save Terrafamiliar's magic. Show less

With Terrafamiliar's destiny under threat and the Mythics' team split apart, the villainous Golden Jumpsuit is closer than ever to victory. Ember must fin...Show more With Terrafamiliar's destiny under threat and the Mythics' team split apart, the villainous Golden Jumpsuit is closer than ever to victory. Ember must find the courage to lead and find a way to control her passionate nature to save Terrafamiliar's magic. Show less

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The Long Way Around

The Long Way Around

by Nesbet, Anne

Book - 2024

Cousins Owen, Vivian and Amy are with their families on a hiking and camping trip to Sequoia National Park when they talk their parents into letting them ...Show more Cousins Owen, Vivian and Amy are with their families on a hiking and camping trip to Sequoia National Park when they talk their parents into letting them camp by themselves for the night by a small lake a short distance from their campsite. Disaster strikes when an earthquake hits, separating them from their parents and forcing them to take a long alternate route to get to safety. Show less

Cousins Owen, Vivian and Amy are with their families on a hiking and camping trip to Sequoia National Park when they talk their parents into letting them ...Show more Cousins Owen, Vivian and Amy are with their families on a hiking and camping trip to Sequoia National Park when they talk their parents into letting them camp by themselves for the night by a small lake a short distance from their campsite. Disaster strikes when an earthquake hits, separating them from their parents and forcing them to take a long alternate route to get to safety. Show less

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Paint With Ploof

Paint With Ploof

by Clanton, Ben

Book - 2024

The reader joins Ploof the cloud as it decides to paint its first rainbow. Things don't go according to plan, but Ploof learns to keep trying and creates something unique. The reader joins Ploof the cloud as it decides to paint its first rainbow. Things don't go according to plan, but Ploof learns to keep trying and creates something unique. Show less

The reader joins Ploof the cloud as it decides to paint its first rainbow. Things don't go according to plan, but Ploof learns to keep trying and creates something unique. The reader joins Ploof the cloud as it decides to paint its first rainbow. Things don't go according to plan, but Ploof learns to keep trying and creates something unique. Show less

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Knight Owl and Early Bird

Knight Owl and Early Bird

by Denise, Christopher

Book - 2024

Knight Owl is Early Bird's hero, and she wants to be brave like him and protect the castle. But Knight Owl thinks Early Bird is too noisy and chatty, and ...Show more Knight Owl is Early Bird's hero, and she wants to be brave like him and protect the castle. But Knight Owl thinks Early Bird is too noisy and chatty, and she keeps him awake all day with her endless questions and then falls asleep on the job at night. Show less

Knight Owl is Early Bird's hero, and she wants to be brave like him and protect the castle. But Knight Owl thinks Early Bird is too noisy and chatty, and ...Show more Knight Owl is Early Bird's hero, and she wants to be brave like him and protect the castle. But Knight Owl thinks Early Bird is too noisy and chatty, and she keeps him awake all day with her endless questions and then falls asleep on the job at night. Show less

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The House With A Dragon in It

The House With A Dragon in It

by Lake, Nick

Book - 2024

When a mysterious hole opens up in her new foster family's living room, Summer encounters an ancient dragon that offers her three wishes to be granted by ...Show more When a mysterious hole opens up in her new foster family's living room, Summer encounters an ancient dragon that offers her three wishes to be granted by a witch. However, as Summer uses the wishes, the magic takes a dark turn and jeopardizes Summer's desire for a home as well as the town's safety. Show less

When a mysterious hole opens up in her new foster family's living room, Summer encounters an ancient dragon that offers her three wishes to be granted by ...Show more When a mysterious hole opens up in her new foster family's living room, Summer encounters an ancient dragon that offers her three wishes to be granted by a witch. However, as Summer uses the wishes, the magic takes a dark turn and jeopardizes Summer's desire for a home as well as the town's safety. Show less

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Secrets of the Forest

Secrets of the Forest

15 Bedtime Stories Inspired by Nature

by Klepeis, Alicia

Book - 2023

Presents 15 illustrated fiction stories for children describing the adventures of assorted forest animals. Stories conclude with science facts about the animals and their habitats. Presents 15 illustrated fiction stories for children describing the adventures of assorted forest animals. Stories conclude with science facts about the animals and their habitats. Show less

Presents 15 illustrated fiction stories for children describing the adventures of assorted forest animals. Stories conclude with science facts about the animals and their habitats. Presents 15 illustrated fiction stories for children describing the adventures of assorted forest animals. Stories conclude with science facts about the animals and their habitats. Show less

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Exit Nowhere

Exit Nowhere

by Brandt, Juliana

Book - 2024

Barret Eloise has no intention of ever setting foot inside the abandoned Raithfield Manor, a decrepit house in her small town that's surrounded by rumors ...Show more Barret Eloise has no intention of ever setting foot inside the abandoned Raithfield Manor, a decrepit house in her small town that's surrounded by rumors of ghosts and kids going missing, but when a school group chooses the manor for a school project, she finds herself reluctantly agreeing to sneak inside with them for research. Show less

Barret Eloise has no intention of ever setting foot inside the abandoned Raithfield Manor, a decrepit house in her small town that's surrounded by rumors ...Show more Barret Eloise has no intention of ever setting foot inside the abandoned Raithfield Manor, a decrepit house in her small town that's surrounded by rumors of ghosts and kids going missing, but when a school group chooses the manor for a school project, she finds herself reluctantly agreeing to sneak inside with them for research. Show less

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I Spy With My Little Eye

I Spy With My Little Eye

Dinosaur Stomp & Find

by Crowe, Rubie

Book - 2024

A colorful picture filled with dinosaurs and hidden gems. A colorful picture filled with dinosaurs and hidden gems. Show less

A colorful picture filled with dinosaurs and hidden gems. A colorful picture filled with dinosaurs and hidden gems. Show less

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All at Once Upon A Time

All at Once Upon A Time

by Rockliff, Mara

Book - 2024

Fairy Tale Land experiences a topsy-turvy transformation where classic stories become mixed-up: Prince Charming climbs a beanstalk, Cinderella kisses a frog, and Rapunzel's nose grows every time she tells a lie. Fairy Tale Land experiences a topsy-turvy transformation where classic stories become mixed-up: Prince Charming climbs a beanstalk, Cinderella kisses a frog, and Rapunzel's nose grows every time she tells a lie. Show less

Fairy Tale Land experiences a topsy-turvy transformation where classic stories become mixed-up: Prince Charming climbs a beanstalk, Cinderella kisses a frog, and Rapunzel's nose grows every time she tells a lie. Fairy Tale Land experiences a topsy-turvy transformation where classic stories become mixed-up: Prince Charming climbs a beanstalk, Cinderella kisses a frog, and Rapunzel's nose grows every time she tells a lie. Show less

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The Sword in the Tree

The Sword in the Tree

by Bulla, Clyde Robert

Book - 2000

After he and his mother flee for their lives, a young boy goes to King Arthur for help in winning back his castle from his wicked uncle and discovers his father is still alive. After he and his mother flee for their lives, a young boy goes to King Arthur for help in winning back his castle from his wicked uncle and discovers his father is still alive. Show less

After he and his mother flee for their lives, a young boy goes to King Arthur for help in winning back his castle from his wicked uncle and discovers his father is still alive. After he and his mother flee for their lives, a young boy goes to King Arthur for help in winning back his castle from his wicked uncle and discovers his father is still alive. Show less

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World's Worst Time Machine

World's Worst Time Machine

by Brady, Dustin

Book - 2023

Liam Chapman buys a time machine from a garage sale and hopes it will help him finish his book report on Thomas Edison before it's due the next day. But h...Show more Liam Chapman buys a time machine from a garage sale and hopes it will help him finish his book report on Thomas Edison before it's due the next day. But his plan backfires, and now he needs the help of a mad scientist, a different Thomas Edison, and an infamous gangster. Show less

Liam Chapman buys a time machine from a garage sale and hopes it will help him finish his book report on Thomas Edison before it's due the next day. But h...Show more Liam Chapman buys a time machine from a garage sale and hopes it will help him finish his book report on Thomas Edison before it's due the next day. But his plan backfires, and now he needs the help of a mad scientist, a different Thomas Edison, and an infamous gangster. Show less

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The Unwanteds

The Unwanteds

by McMann, Lisa

Book - 2011

In a society that purges 13-year-olds who are creative, identical twins Aaron and Alex are separated, one to University, while the other, supposedly Eliminated, finds himself in a wondrous place where youths hone their abilities and learn magic. In a society that purges 13-year-olds who are creative, identical twins Aaron and Alex are separated, one to University, while the other, supposedly Eliminated, finds himself in a wondrous place where youths hone their abilities and learn magic. Show less

In a society that purges 13-year-olds who are creative, identical twins Aaron and Alex are separated, one to University, while the other, supposedly Eliminated, finds himself in a wondrous place where youths hone their abilities and learn magic. In a society that purges 13-year-olds who are creative, identical twins Aaron and Alex are separated, one to University, while the other, supposedly Eliminated, finds himself in a wondrous place where youths hone their abilities and learn magic. Show less

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The Ghostwing's Lie

The Ghostwing's Lie

by Mix, Rebecca

Book - 2024

Young fairy Ary Mossheart has saved her people and now looks forward to living a normal life. However, then fairies begin to disappear, and Ary, Owl and Briar must embark on a quest to save the world once again. Young fairy Ary Mossheart has saved her people and now looks forward to living a normal life. However, then fairies begin to disappear, and Ary, Owl and Briar must embark on a quest to save the world once again. Show less

Young fairy Ary Mossheart has saved her people and now looks forward to living a normal life. However, then fairies begin to disappear, and Ary, Owl and Briar must embark on a quest to save the world once again. Young fairy Ary Mossheart has saved her people and now looks forward to living a normal life. However, then fairies begin to disappear, and Ary, Owl and Briar must embark on a quest to save the world once again. Show less

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Off the Grid

Off the Grid

by Sharpe, Tess

Book - 2022

After setting the dinosaurs on Isla Nublar free, Maisie Lockwood and her guardians, Owen Grady and Claire Dearing, have been on the run for the last two years, searching for their lost velociraptor, Blue. After setting the dinosaurs on Isla Nublar free, Maisie Lockwood and her guardians, Owen Grady and Claire Dearing, have been on the run for the last two years, searching for their lost velociraptor, Blue. Show less

After setting the dinosaurs on Isla Nublar free, Maisie Lockwood and her guardians, Owen Grady and Claire Dearing, have been on the run for the last two years, searching for their lost velociraptor, Blue. After setting the dinosaurs on Isla Nublar free, Maisie Lockwood and her guardians, Owen Grady and Claire Dearing, have been on the run for the last two years, searching for their lost velociraptor, Blue. Show less

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Fox Versus Fox

Fox Versus Fox

by Tabor, Corey R.

Book - 2024

When a red and white fox meets, red fox has a hard time believing white fox is an actual fox. Challenging white fox to a series of exercises to prove he's...Show more When a red and white fox meets, red fox has a hard time believing white fox is an actual fox. Challenging white fox to a series of exercises to prove he's a fox, the pair engage in an increasingly dangerous series of tricks that result in an accident and an opportunity to trust one another. Show less

When a red and white fox meets, red fox has a hard time believing white fox is an actual fox. Challenging white fox to a series of exercises to prove he's...Show more When a red and white fox meets, red fox has a hard time believing white fox is an actual fox. Challenging white fox to a series of exercises to prove he's a fox, the pair engage in an increasingly dangerous series of tricks that result in an accident and an opportunity to trust one another. Show less

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500 Books Before Middle School

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Register, read, win! If you are between the beginning of kindergarten and the end of fifth grade, this is for you! You can also estimate how many books yo...Show more Register, read, win! If you are between the beginning of kindergarten and the end of fifth grade, this is for you! You can also estimate how many books you've read or listened to since kindergarten and count those (which makes this a fun math lesson, too). Show less

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