Search Results : "fire"
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1168017 : 18,000 holes in the universe: Dragonfire by Wallace, Adam & Foley, Lisa & Hart, James (ill) Twins Noah and Jordie discover a letter from their long-lost Grandpa Galileo and know they, with the help of their friends, need to rescue him, and soon! But they didn't count on being sucked through a magical mini-golf hole into another world, full of fire-breathing dragons. It's a race against time! Will they save Grandpa? Will they be trapped in this crazy world? Will they be burnt to a crisp or eaten by vicious dragons? Beware! If you keep reading, you might get sucked into the most incredible golf course in the universe too ... Topics /
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3-4 booklist
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1078937 : Alight: A story of fire and nature by Lloyd, Sam & Metcalfe, Samantha (ill) Alight shares the story of Australian native plants and animals during a planned fire. This is a fabulous story and resource for any child, who will learn how new flowers and seed capsules grow, and the challenges little animals face in the bush. It includes factual information, a lovely story to engage the reader and stunning illustrations that capture the beauty of the Australian environment. 3-4 booklist |
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22989 : Battle of Britain: a Second World War spitfire pilot 1939-1941 by Priestley, Chris Harry Woods is a proud spitfire pilot in the fledgling Royal Air Force of 1939. All he has ever wanted to do, since he saw his first plane, is be a pilot. But, now, all he can remember are the roar of the engines and the rattle of machine guns. His friend, Lenny, has lost a leg in a dogfight with the German Luftwaffe. Harry is determined to fight on bravely for all he holds dear but the dangers are terrible and the thrills exhausting. 5-6 booklist |
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644120 : Bear Grylls survival skills handbook: Firecraft and campfire cooking by Grylls, Bear Get ready to rustle up some delicious campfire food with Bear Grylls. Learn how to start a fire, the best food to take on an expedition, plus some tasty recipes. Includes step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear. 5-6 booklist |
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751196 : Black Summer: Stories of loss, courage and community from the 2019-2020 bushfires by Rowland, Michael (ed) The bushfire season of 2019 and 2020 was the most catastrophic on record and the loss of lives, homes, property, habitat and wildlife were unprecedented. ABC journalists were present during these crises and reported information and updates on the growing fires. They gathered the many stories which can help those in the future understand what happened with the hope that lessons can be learned. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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7103 : Booms, busts and bushfires by French, Jackie & Sheehan, Peter (ill) In the last forty years, Australia has experienced a period of rapid change, with many social and political events impacting on our lives. This book covers the period from 1973, before computers and the internet existed in Australia, to the present time. Our resources have made us a rich country, but it remains to be seen how long the good times can last, before a boom turns into a bust. Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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29741 : Boy vs Beast: Fire beast by Park, Mac When strange-coloured fireballs set a garbage bin on fire, Kai knows it's time for battle. He hopes that his Pyro-Foamer can hose down the Infamagon fire beast's fire-ball attack. Topics /
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3-4 booklist
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15386 : Bridie's fire by Murray, Kirsty Bridie starts a new life in a new country, a young, orphaned, Irish girl sadly separated from her brother. Working in the theatre on the Australian goldfields is a very hard life. Bridie finds a way to use her talents and meets her true love. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. Topics /
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9plus booklist
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22596 : Bushfire by Irwin, Bindi and others Bindi and her friend spend an exhausting day helping out at the Australian Wildlife Hospital, caring for the victims of a local bushfire. Topics /
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3-4 booklist
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751046 : Bushfire book, The: how to be aware and prepare by Marsden, Polly & Nixon, Chris (ill) Australia is a big country with all sorts of weather and sometimes extreme weather, like bushfires. Bushfires can make a real mess of things. The air fills with smoke, the sky turns red and precious things burn. We don't need to be scared of bushfires, we just need to make sure we are ready for them. Learn about what causes bushfires, the clever people who keep an eye on them, and how to be prepared - not scared! 3-4 booklist |
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26965 : Bushfire rescue by D'Ath, Justin While trying to stop cattle rustlers from stealing a stud bull, an injured Sam is isolated in the mountains during a horrific bushfire. To survive, he must rely on his courage, ingenuity and the help of Chainsaw, a mad old rodeo bull. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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38344 : Chasing the valley: Skyfire by Melki-Wegner, Skye Danika Glynn and her crew of refugees finally reach the Magnetic Valley. But, they don't know whether it will provide the safe refuge and land of freedom they imagine. When a runaway girl is shot down before their eyes, Danika and her friends realise that this new land is no paradise. They must try to fit in at all costs, even if revealing their secrets will mean a death sentence. Topics /
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7-9 booklist
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18018 : City of heavenly fire by Clare, Cassandra Sebastian Morgenstern is on the move, systematically turning Shadowhunter against Shadowhunter. Bearing the Infernal Cup, he transforms Shadowhunters into creatures out of nightmare, tearing apart families and lovers as the ranks of his Endarkened army swell. The embattled Shadowhunters withdraw to Idris - but not even the famed demon towers of Alicante can keep Sebastian at bay. And with the Nephilim trapped in Idris, who will guard the world against demons? When one of the greatest betrayals the Nephilim have ever known is revealed, Clary, Jace, Isabelle, Simon, and Alec must flee - even if their journey takes them deep into the demon realms, where no Shadowhunter has set foot before, and from which no human being has ever returned... Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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510 : Clifford the firehouse dog by Bridwell, Norman When Emily Elizabeth and Clifford visit Clifford's brother, Nero, a fire rescue dog, Clifford demonstrates fire safety and helps to put out a fire. K-2 booklist |
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11951 : Cold fire by Pierce, Tamora Daja, a smith-mage, and her teacher spend the winter in Kugisko. A series of fires suggest the work of an arsonist and Daja is impressed by the heroic efforts of the firefighter, Bennet; but Daja's world is about to be turned upside-down. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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988126 : Come together: Things every Aussie kid should know about the First Peoples by Firebrace, Isaiah & Biumaiwai, Jaelyn (ill) In this essential book, Isaiah, a Yorta Yorta and Gunditjmara man, establishes a foundation of First Nations knowledge with 20 key topics. 5-6 booklist |
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95 : Crossfire by Moloney, James Luke is interested in guns and hunting but it is the emotional crossfire between his divorced parents that has him trapped. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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9plus booklist
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27702 : Dandelion fire by Wilson, N D Henry York discovers that he is a seventh son with the gift of second sight, an ability to tune into the hidden nature of people and objects. He will use this gift to combat the rising strength of the witch of Endor whose evil is all encompassing. 7-9 booklist |
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669463 : Eco rangers: WIldfire rescue by Lemon-Scott, Candice & Aska (ill) There's been a devastating wildfire and the bush creatures have been injured and lost their homes. The Eco Rangers, Ebony and Jay, are rescuing a possum with burned paws when they stumble across some mysterious strangers in the bush. 3-4 booklist |
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41647 : Fabish, the horse that saved a bushfire by McMullin, Neridah & McLean, Andrew (ill) Fabish was a handsome, grey racehorse who always tried his hardest. When he retired, Fabish took care of the flighty yearlings, showing them what was expected of a racehorse. One hot summer day, a wild wind blew up and Fabish smelled smoke. Fire was coming, fast. When the trainer opened the gate, Fabish and the yearlings galloped away. The fire raged through the night as the trainer battled to save the racehorses. The next morning, there were no signs of Fabish or the young horses. Based on a true story during the Black Saturday fires. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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6166 : Fire by French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill) One small spark brought fire awake, winding like a small black snake. Fire flickered, fire crept, flames snickered, bushfire leapt. Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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18579 : Fire in my soul by Corbet-Singleton, Paul Running is everything to James who considers winning the only option. However, fierce competition from a new student and the threat of bushfires may help James to see there is more to life than wanting to win. 7-9 booklist |
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24219 : Fire lizard by Fussell, Sandy & Nest James, Rhian (ill) The people of the Nine Valleys grow desperate as they are terrorised. Hope lies with Sensei and the Little Cockroaches as they work to defeat Hyo Moon and deliver a message to the Governor. 5-6 booklist |
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737784 : Fire never goes out, The by Stevenson, Noelle The autobiographical highs and lows of a creative human's life in the world are captured in a collection of personal comics. Go on a journey of self discovery and appreciation with Noelle Stevenson. Usually read by students in year 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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8686 : Fire pony, The by Philbrick, Rodman Imagine you have only one person in the world to love and take care of you and that person has a dangerous secret. Roy and his brother Joe Dilly, blessed with the talent of horse whispering, try to find a home in America's deep south. 5-6 booklist |
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1434 : Fire song by Hathorn, Libby It's 1954 and Ingrid's family has hit hard times. Her father has gone, her two brothers have been fostered out and there's no money. When her mother asks her to do something she knows is wrong, something completely against her principles, Ingrid is desperate for help to make her own decisions and fight for what she believes in. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
7-9 booklist
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10490 : Fire stallion, The by Gregg, Stacy Hilly's costume designer mother is on a trip from New Zealand to Reykjavik to work on a film about a mythological warrior girl called Brunhilda. At the last minute, Hilly gets to join her. What she thought would be weeks of sitting around on boring film sets soon changes when she lays eyes on Mjolnir, or Hammer, the huge and spectacular Icelandic horse who will star in the film. Then, Hilly finds herself caught up in the world of Gudrun, the cultural consultant on set, and before she knows it, Hilly is far more invested in the story of Brunhilda and her fight for survival than ever could have been predicted. 5-6 booklist |
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751034 : Fire star, The by Tait, A L Maven and Reeve are maid and squire, teenagers who are committed to their Master and Mistress and drawn together to solve the mysterious disappearance of a magnificent jewel with a cursed history. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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846092 : Fire truck Santa by McPickle, Nic & Eckstrom, Nathaniel (ill) A Christmas tradition, all round this land, from the city to the country, from the bush to the sand, in a shiny red truck instead of a sleigh, Santa sets out on his jolly old way. But this fire truck has seen better days. It creaks and rattles and groans as Santa makes his rounds. It will take a miracle to get through Christmas Eve... Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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13999 : Fire within, The by d'Lacey, Chris When David moves in with Liz and Lucy, he discovers hand crafted, clay dragons that come to life and have magical powers. David's personal dragon inspires him to write a story about the adventures of their local squirrel population. 5-6 booklist |
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751124 : Fire wombat, The by French, Jackie & Snell, Danny (ill) As the flames of a bushfire approaches, one small wombat shelters with other animals in her burrow all throughout a fire-eaten night. This forms the beginning of their courageous journey to safety and survival. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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132 : Fire, bed and bone by Branford, Henrietta Set in England in 1381, this story of political and emotional unrest is seen through the eyes of an old farm dog. 7-9 booklist |
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28391 : Firebird mystery, The by Pitt, Darrell London, a city of fog and snow, filled with airships, steamcars and metrotowers soaring into space. Jack is an orphan, who becomes the apprentice detective to Ignatius Doyle and is plunged into a mystery of past and future. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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812784 : Fireborn: Twelve and the frozen forest by Fowler, Aisling Twelve has lost so much. So she has spoken the pledge and now she is a Huntling. She has even given up her name to train in the art of fighting monsters and keeping the peace. She will not get to choose a new name until she has earned it. During training she finds it hard to make friends and feels like an outsider. But by following her instincts to do what she thinks is right when the one person who showed her kindness is taken by Goblins, she may lose everything. 7-9 booklist |
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133 : Firebug by Harris, David David has been accused of being a firebug since he started a fire at the age of six that resulted in tragedy. He experiences a horrifying ordeal, at the hands of a real firebug, when fires break out in his local area. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
7-9 booklist
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9509 : Firefighter by Warbrick, Sarah An exploration of the role of firefighters in our community. Bright, photographic illustrations and simple clear text show the firefighters performing a range of typical work tasks. 3-4 booklist |
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13864 : Firefighters by Daynes, Katie A beautifully presented book about firefighting, including simple facts, an index, a glossary and web links. 3-4 booklist |
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72101 : Firefighters, The by Whiting, Sue & Rawlins, Donna (ill) Mrs Iverson and her class pretend to be firefighters, just like the real ones, then they meet genuine firefighters and climb aboard a real fire engine. What fun! K-2 booklist |
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992532 : Fireflies in flight by Jakobsen, Mette Ally is on the run. The city is in ruins. Her friends are in mortal danger. Nothing about being back in the city is easy, but Ally knows that she must find the missing research before ONE does. The Administration has tight control of the capital and there are eyes everywhere. In her attempt to find somewhere to hide, Ally discovers that not everyone in the underground resistance group she encounters is welcoming, or safe. As tension builds in the city, Ally learns that the go-ahead has already been given to start the deadly experiments on her friends who are still locked up in the Towers. In a race against time, Ally is forced to risk everything. Will she be able to find the hidden research? Can she get back to the Towers to save her friends before it's too late? And can she really trust Josh, the handsome resistance group leader? Usually read by students in years 9, 10, or above. Topics /
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9plus booklist
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45469 : Firefly code, The by Blakemore, Megan Frazer Living a normal life on Firefly Lane, Mori and her friends are safe and have never had to question anything or wonder about how their lives came to be. This all changes when Ilana moves into town - a girl that seems so perfect yet acts so strangely sometimes. Mori and her friends become curious about Ilana and what her background is. Secrets are revealed and decisions must be made. 5-6 booklist |
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5804 : Firefly forest by Frampton, Robyn & Heath, Mike (ill) Discover the magic! There's more to this forest than some choose to see, this magical place can set your heart free. Follow the glow of the fireflies to an enchanted space inhabited by unseen creatures. Who do you think lives there? Fairies or gnomes or pixies? K-2 booklist |
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793562 : Firelight by Kibuishi, Kazu Emily, Trellis, and Vigo visit Algos Island, where they can access and enter lost memories. They're hoping to uncover the events of Trellis's mysterious childhood -- knowledge they can use against the Elf King. What they discover is a dark secret that changes everything. Meanwhile, the Voice of Emily's Amulet is getting stronger, and threatens to overtake her completely. Topics /
Year 6 easy reads /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 5 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
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5-6 booklist
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3397 : Fireman Sam: red alert by Egmont (pub) Norman learns a valuable lesson about how important it is not to be careless with drink bottles. Fireman Sam comes to the rescue after some misadventures himself, and shares his safety tips. K-2 booklist |
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129383 : Fires: ten tales of dramatic blazes in history by Lloyd Kyi, Tanya Ten short stories about some of the worst fires in history, two with a strong environmental content. They include fires from the great fire in London in 1666 to the fire of the Chenobyl nuclear disaster in 1986. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
7-9 booklist
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28813 : Fireshadow by Eaton, Anthony A German teenager is sent to a prisoner of war camp in the bush near Perth. From a position of pride and resistance he finds a new sense of self. Sixty years later another adolescent is escaping from the tragedy of a dead sibling and finds the ruins of the camp. As he reflects on his guilt he meets a girl and her grandfather on a pilgrimage back to the site of the POW camp. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
7-9 booklist
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1696 : Firesong by Nicholson, William The end of a long and dangerous journey for the Manth people as they leave the ruined Mastery to seek a new homeland. Sometimes violent and cruel but always compelling. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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8607 : Firestorm by Carr, Roger Vaughan Ben watched in horror as the firestorm approached on Ash Wednesday in 1983. Topics /
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7-9 booklist
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587176 : Firewatcher: Brimstone by Gardiner, Kelly December 1940, London: Christopher Larkham finds an ancient Roman ring inscribed with a phoenix. As he takes shelter from the firestorm of the Blitz, the ring glows, and pushing open a door, he finds himself in 1666 and facing the Great Fire of London. Fire-and-brimstone preacher, Brother Blowbladder, and his men of the Righteous Temple have prayed for the ancient gods of fire to bring flames down upon London, a city of sin. Could Christopher be their messenger? Or was it the strange girl on the quay who drew him back in time? Why do the Righteous men wear the same phoenix symbol as the engraving on Christophers ring? Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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660710 : Firewatcher: Phoenix by Gardiner, Kelly May 1941. The London Blitz is reaching its fiery climax. Christopher Larkham, a Fire Watcher is facing a dilemma. He is trying to untangle the truth of an ancient Roman ring he has found, while confronting the greatest fires in the city's history. Christopher tries to go back to 1666 to find his new friends and learn more about the power of his phoenix ring. Instead , he is transported to a smaller, older river port known as Lundenwic, where the Saxon community faces an invasion by the dreaded Vikings. Why has the ring brought him here, and how can he get back to his own time? Phoenix is the second, thrilling instalment of the Fire Watcher trilogy, blending time-travel, history, mystery, action and adventure. Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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5513 : Firewood & rabbits by Jackson, Ron In this picture book autobiography, Ron Jackson describes his eventful childhood as one of thirteen children in a stockman's family living in isolated Balranald. He discusses home schooling, catching rabbits, and collecting firewood in a homemade boat. 5-6 booklist |
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9517 : Firewords: a book of wordplay poems by Foster, John (ed) & Hughes, Rian (ill) An anthology of riddles, limericks, rhymes, short humorous poems and tongue twisters that are a mixture of old and new. 3-4 booklist |
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30250 : Football high: Fire up by Loughlin, Patrick At the National School of Football, Nick has made the rep squad and is play maker for the Cannons. However, living in the shadow of his famous footballer father hasn't become any easier, especially since Nick is struggling to keep a secret from everyone at school. With rival Kane Kruger stirring Nick at every opportunity, the truth looks set to be exposed, along with his cool, his cred and his footballing ability. To top it off, there's also the little problem of girls. Grace won't give Nick the time of day and Lexi won't leave him alone. Topics /
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17755 : Geronimo Stilton 14: The temple of the ruby of fire by Stilton, Geronimo Professor von Volt had discovered the location of the famous Ruby of Fire. Before I could let out a squeak of protest, my sister Thea had dragged me into race to be the first to find the legendary gem. 3-4 booklist |
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1018 : Geronimo Stilton Cavemice 1: The stone of fire by Stilton, Geronimo The most precious artifact has been stolen from the Old Mouse City museum and someone needs to retrieve it from the ferocious felines. 3-4 booklist |
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23577 : Geronimo Stilton Kingdom of Fantasy 5: The volcano of fire by Stilton, Geronimo Geronimo's fifth journey to the Kingdom of Fantasy! I, Geronimo Stilton, was amazed to find myself in the Kingdom of Fantasy for a fifth time. The elves had called me there. The Volcano of Fire had been mysteriously reawakened! On top of that, the Princess of the Fairies had been kidnapped. I knew I had to help -- and my friends were ready to join me. We set off through new realms to rescue the princess and save the Kingdom from destruction. What an adventure! 3-4 booklist |
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2108 : Harry Potter and the goblet of fire by Rowling, J K When the Quidditch World Cup is disrupted by Voldemort's rampaging supporters and the terrifying Dark Mark appears against the night sky, it is obvious to Harry Potter that, far from weakening, Voldemort is getting stronger. Back at Hogwarts for the fourth year Harry is astonished to be chosen to represent the school in the Triwizard Tournament. The competition is dangerous, the tasks terrifying, and true courage is no guarantee of survival - especially with the Dark Lord's forces on the rise. 7-9 booklist |
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855904 : Hey Jack: The fire truck by Rippin, Sally & Spartels, Stephanie Kids LOVE Hey Jack! Join in with this hilarious blockbuster series from the award-winning Sally Rippin, author of the Billie B Brown and School of Monsters series! Jack's going to visit a fire station ?dash; all by himself! But can he still have fun without his best friend Billie? Topics /
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15036 : Hugo the flying firefighter by Broekstra, Lorette Hugo saves the day when he spots a house fire from his aeroplane and alerts the neighbourhood by sky writing an alarm. K-2 booklist |
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56414 : Hunger games, The: catching fire by Collins, Suzanne Katniss Everdeen has survived the Hunger Games, a terrifying fatal reality TV show. However, the Capitol want revenge for her trickery and change the rules so that she must compete for a second time. There will be twice as many opponents, all having won past games. Includes cruelty, violence and adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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903367 : I am not Starfire by Tamaki, Mariko, Yoshitani, Yoshi (ill) Seventeen-year-old Mandy, daughter of Starfire, is NOT like her mother. Starfire is gorgeous, tall, sparkly, and a hero. Mandy is NOT a sparkly superhero. Mandy has no powers, is a kid who dyes her hair black and hates everyone but her best friend Lincoln. To Starfire, who is from another planet, Mandy seems like an alien, like some distant angry light years away moon. Everyone thinks Mandy needs to go to college and become whoever you become at college, but Mandy has other plans. Mandy's big plan is that she's going to move to France and...do whatever people do in France. But then everything changes when she gets partnered with Claire for a school project. Mandy likes Claire (even if she denies it, heartily and intensely). A lot. How do you become the person you're supposed to be when you don't know what that is? How do you become the person you're supposed to be when the only thing you're sure of is what you're not? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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1019631 : In times of bushfires and billy buttons by Herrick, Steven Ethan's parents are in jail, his aunt works too hard, the new kid, Joshua, has a scar on his arm, a firestorm threatens the suburb, while wildflowers bloom along the school fence. For Ethan, Audrey and their friends, it's time to choose what's important and what to leave behind. Topics /
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7-9 booklist
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55089 : Into the fire by Panckridge, Michael & Harvey, Pam The story centres around a group of five friends, each of whom has their own ordeal in the face of an oncoming fire, and their attempts to protect family and possessions. As the fire approaches, a valuable brooch is stolen. The friends come together, using ingenuity and skill, to outsmart the thieves. Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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18563 : Josie under fire by Turnbull, Ann Josie's stays in London during the terrible bombing attacks of 1941, while her mother nurses her ailing grandmother. Josie struggles with her own feelings of inadequacy and her brother's very unpopular decision not to go to war. 5-6 booklist |
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130142 : Kane Chronicles, The: The throne of fire by Riordan, Rick Gods and pharaohs of Ancient Egypt mingle with the teenage protagonists in this fast paced series. Carter and Sadie Kane, descendants of the magical House of Life, command certain powers. But now a terrifying enemy--Apophis, the giant snake of chaos--is rising. To destroy him the Kanes must revive the sun god Ra--a feat no magician has ever achieved. 7-9 booklist |
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803716 : Little secrets: Playing with fire by Blake, Emily Her mother's in jail. Her best friend betrayed her. Who can Alison trust? Hidden pasts, Unexpected betrayals, twisted friendships, sweet revenge, Let the drama begin... 7-9 booklist |
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990355 : Looking after Country with fire: Aboriginal burning knowledge with Uncle Kuu by Steffensen, Victor & Steffensen, Sandra (ill) For thousands of years, First Nations people have listened and responded to the land and made friends with fire, using this knowledge to encourage plants and seeds to flourish, and creating beautiful places for both animals and people to live. Join Uncle Kuu as he takes us out on Country and explains cultural burning. Featuring stunning artwork by Sandra Steffensen, this is a powerful and timely story of understanding Australia's ecosystems through Indigenous fire management, and a respectful way forward for future generations to help manage our landscapes. 5-6 booklist |
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243 : Madame Doubtfire by Fine, Anne An estranged father applies for the job of housekeeper to his children. 7-9 booklist |
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103053 : Maisy's fire engine by Cousins, Lucy Maisy and Cyril are firefighters today, driving a fire engine as a scared cat climbs up on the roof and won't come down. Maisy and Cyril come to the rescue--and then they're off for a ride in their shiny red truck. K-2 booklist |
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16926 : Mermaid fire by Chapman, Linda When Elektra's class learns how to dive down and collect magic mermaid fire, Elektra is keen to get more than everybody else. She will have to swim away from the safety of the reef, deep down to the bottom of the dark and scary sea. 3-4 booklist |
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24930 : Miniwings: Firestorm's musical muck-up by Sutton, Sally & Richards, Kirsten (ill) 3-4 booklist |
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1118 : Mortal fire by Knox, Elizabeth Sixteen year old Canny has always been a little different and able to see something 'Extra'. When she joins her stepbrother to research a strange coal mine disaster, Canny discovers an enchanted valley with children who can perform a strange type of magic. With the help of the alluring Ghislain, Canny starts to untangle the mysteries of the valley, only to find out that its secrets are hers, too. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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6772 : My Australian story: bushfire by Murphy, Sally Amy loves to read about real life heroes. When she is faced with a life threatening situation at her Gran's house, her understanding of what it takes to be a hero might just save her life, and her Gran's. Summer in Australia means bushfires, and when Amy and her Gran are faced with a bushfire far too close for comfort, Amy knows just what to do. 5-6 booklist |
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11460 : Open fire by Carter, Charlie & Jeffery, Russell (ill) Plucked from a boring Saturday morning in the library, Napoleon is invited to join a secret project that collects information on great leaders from the big battles of history. The public librarian is not who she seems, and Napoleon meets wisecracking robots and uses cool gadgets in this adventure in which he joins Captain Frances Drake at the sinking of the Spanish armada. 5-6 booklist |
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884072 : Paradise on fire by Rhodes, Parker Jewell Addy, a young Black girl goes on a wilderness camp to discover herself and to deal with past trauma. She comes face to face with challenges, getting to know herself better and facing the dangers brought on by climate change. 7-9 booklist |
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13446 : Pool of fire, The by Christopher, John Will must fight the Tripods who have dominated and ruled humanity for many years. 7-9 booklist |
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7885 : Ring of fire, The by Bradford, Chris After a snowstorm forces him to take shelter, Jack enters a village in need of protection from raiding mountain bandits. Torn between moving on or helping, Jack is persuaded to stay and fight the villagers' cause. But, Jack is the first and only samurai to do so. Now, he must enlist other warriors to the villagers' aid before the bandits return to steal their harvest. No easy task when the reward is so little and he is a foreigner. If only he had his friends to call on. 7-9 booklist |
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751063 : School for extraterrestrial girls: Girl on fire by Whitley, Jeremy & Noguchi, Jamie (ill) Tara Smith's parents are super strict with all their rules and routines, and Tara is a dutiful daughter. Rule #1: No friends her own age. Rule #2: keep her bracelet on, or else. But when she breaks her routine - and then loses her bracelet - she's in trouble. Now outed as an extraterrestrial after wielding fire and losing her humanoid form, Tara is captured by the government. She's given two options: get shipped far away where she won't be a danger to anyone or stay on Earth and join a school for other extraterrestrial girls like her. Things at the school aren't easy - especially for the girl whose only friends were textbooks. But Tara's goal to learn how to control her powers is soon sidelined by the discovery that the people she's called Mom and Dad all these years aren't her parents. Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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21388 : Secret seven fireworks by Blyton, Enid & Ross, Tony (ill) Jack's little sister, Susie, is so annoying. The Secret Seven are furious when they discover she's formed her own detective gang. Then some money is stolen, and Susie is a chief suspect. The Seven can't quite believe it , Susie wouldn't do anything that bad. 3-4 booklist |
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345 : Secrets in the fire by Mankell, Henning Based on a true account of a young refugee girl's determination to overcome the loss of her legs in a Mozambique landmine accident. A deeply moving and unforgettable story. 7-9 booklist |
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32836 : Skulduggery Pleasant: Playing with fire by Landy, Derek With Serpine dead, the world is safe once more. At least, that's what Valkyrie and Skulduggery think until the notorious Baron Vengeous makes a bloody escape from prison, and dead bodies and vampires start appearing all over Ireland. With just about everyone out to kill Valkyrie, the daring detective duo face their biggest challenge yet. 7-9 booklist |
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1019745 : Sky dragon: Firestorm by Do, Anh Amber finally finds her brother Reggie but will they be able to be a happy family? Or will Agent Ferris come in between them? 5-6 booklist |
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35874 : Skyfire by Adams, Michael Seven excited contest winners from around the world meet to receive their prizes: money, holidays, new phones and of course fame. Things, it seems, couldn't get any better. But they certainly get worse. What the group realise too late is that they are trapped in an international race against time to decipher the first mysterious 'sign' and halt an unseen enemy known only as The Signmaker who is intent on death, destruction chaos. Topics /
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4033 : Slaves of the mastery by Nicholson, William It is five years later, and Kestrel's people have been enslaved. It is a strange set of circumstances that will lead to the overthrow of the Mastery. Sometimes violent and cruel but always compelling. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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5076 : Snow like ashes: Ice like fire by Raasch, Sara The Winterians are free and Meira just wants her people to be safe. When Primoria's lost and powerful chasm of magic is unearthed, Theron sees this find as an opportunity. But, Meira fears the danger that so much magic poses. When the king sends them on a mission to discover the chasm's secrets, Meira plans to garner support to keep the chasm shut, even if it means clashing with Theron. As the web of power and deception pulls tighter, Meira begins to wonder if she should be fighting not just for Winter but for the world. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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36375 : Spirit animals: Fire and ice by Hale, Shannon The Conquerors continue to fight to take over Erdas. Only Conor, Abeke, Meilin and Rollan, supported by the gifts of their legendary spirit animals, have the power to defeat an evil takeover. In the cold North, the heroes arrive at a quiet village where not everything is as it seems. Finding the truth in this deceptively beautiful place won't be easy. The team is already out of time and the Conquerors are right behind them. 5-6 booklist |
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660230 : Spot goes to the fire station by Hill, Eric Spot knows just what he wants to be when he grows up - a fireman, just like his grandpa. When he visits Grandpa at the fire station, cheeky Spot slides down the pole, climbs the ladder, soaks Grandpa with the hose and finally sounds the noisy siren. Spot thinks he's a very good fireman, but perhaps Grandpa is not so sure! This entertaining story, featuring the much-loved Spot, is a perfect introduction to the excitement of the fire station. K-2 booklist |
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660236 : Spot's fire engine by Hill, Eric A brilliant book and toy in one! Join Spot for a fun day out at the fire station. Then play with the fire-engine shaped book - press the button to bring it to life with sound and flashing light. Spot is fun first friend for new experiences, early learning and stories you can play with! K-2 booklist |
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6053 : Team hero: Lair of the fire lizard by Blade, Adam General Gore, leader of the forces of darkness had been vanquished or so they thought. On a mission to the arctic Team Hero, Jack, Ruby and Danny, pick up the signal of missing Hero Academy teacher Ms Steele. Despite being ordered to wait for backup Jack, Ruby and Danny go in knowing that every moment counts. But between our heroes and Ms Steele is the lair of a huge fire-breathing lizard that can turn solid rock to molten lava. Ruby's Fire Vision Power is fizzling out and Danny's Super Hearing Power is failing to pick up any sign of danger. How can the team get past this dangerous creature? Three heroes, each with their own superpower, team up to face their greatest enemy once again! 3-4 booklist |
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4714 : Thea Stilton and the legend of the fire flowers by Stilton,Geronimo The Thea Sisters are in Hawaii to compete in an international hula festival. The mouselets are having a great time until they learn that the festival is located on the side of a volcano that is about to erupt. No one else seems know about the danger. 3-4 booklist |
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33847 : Thea Stilton and the mountain of fire by Stilton, Geronimo Thea's friends the Thea Sisters take off for Australia to solve a mystery. A flock of sheep at Nicky's family's ranch is losing all its wool, and the ranch depends on the wool to stay afloat! Maybe the sheep's cure lies in an Aboriginal medicine containing a strange root. 3-4 booklist |
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992290 : Timefire by McKenzie, Nean Rebecca Tobler 09/23 In the scorching summer of 2033, Gilbert Black is accused of being a firebug, just like his mother was thirteen years previously. That night a fire starts on his family's farm. A fire with a tunnel in the centre of it. And that's when things start to get really weird. Pulled repeatedly back and forth through time, Gil finds himself at all the big Australian bushfires from the last two centuries. He searches across the years, determined to unlock the secret to his family's legacy. Gil can't change the past, but can he learn from it in time to return home and save his family from the biggest inferno ever known. Topics /
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35642 : Tumblegrass and the bushfire by O'Dowd, Annie Tumblegrass is in big trouble. He was supposed to be looking after his little sister, Cotton Reel, but she is missing. A bushfire is coming and Tumblegrass must find Cotton Reel before all is lost. Topics /
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660458 : Warriors: A vision of shadows: River of fire by Hunter, Erin StarClan's prophecy has been fulfilled, and the long-lost SkyClan has returned to its rightful place among the other four warrior Clans. Many cats believe the danger is past. But after moons of division and strife, ShadowClan is in danger of falling apart forever.... Full of epic adventure and thrilling intrigue, this fifth Warriors series is the perfect introduction for readers new to the Warriors world while for dedicated fans, it's a long-awaited return to the era of Bramblestar's ThunderClan, after the events of Omen of the Stars. 5-6 booklist |
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104852 : Warriors: Fire and ice by Hunter, Erin Deep in the heart of the forest, four Clans of warrior cats coexist in uneasy harmony - but uncertain times are upon them, and dangers threaten the precarious balance of the forest. Fireheart is a ThunderClan warrior now, but his troubles are far from over. The cats of rival RiverClan grow restless, while WindClan is weak and faces threats from all sides. Now Fireheart faces not only imminent battle, but betrayal from within his own Clan. 5-6 booklist |
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1042725 : We who are forged in fire by Murray, Kate Priscilla Daalman is training to be a Hollow Warrior - an elite monster hunter charged with killing evil beasts from another universe. But first, she has to deal with the Renegades, a rebellious group of outcasts who have declared war on the warriors and are unleashing deadly beasts across the globe. With everyone under attack by both Renegades and Hollow monsters, Priscilla decides the best way to fight is from within - so she cuts herself off from her girlfriend and family and becomes a spy in the Renegades' base. It's a bold plan - and one that doesn't account for her duplicitous ex-boyfriend, Dominic, being a leader of the rebellious group. As Priscilla struggles to remain undetected in the Renegade base, she realises Dominic has his own agenda - and she's part of it. And in order to stop him - and the Renegades - she may have to make the ultimate sacrifice... Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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886447 : Wednesday Weeks and the dungeon of fire by Knight, Denis & Burne, Cristy Gorgomoth the Unclean is back and he's up to no good, of course. Can Wednesday and the gang beat Gorgomoth to the long-lost Stone of Power, or will the world be plunged into Never-Ending Darkness? Topics /
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4872 : Wind singer, The by Nicholson, William Kestrel hates the rules of Aramanth and, in defiance, climbs the wooden tower known as the wind singer. This brings the wrath of the Chief Examiner against her family and Kestrel and her twin brother must travel on a terrifying quest.to save their beloved father. Sometimes violent and cruel but always compelling. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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903375 : Wings of fire graphic novel series: Moon rising by Sutherland, Tui T & Holmes, Mike (ill) Peace has come to Pyrrhia... for now. The war between the tribes is finally over, and now the dragonets of the prophecy have a plan for lasting peace: Jade Mountain Academy, a school that will gather dragonets from all the tribes and teach them to live together, perhaps even as friends. Moonwatcher isn't sure how she feels about school, however. Hidden in the rainforest for most of her life, the young NightWing has an awful secret. She can read minds, and even see the future. Living in a cave with dozens of other dragons is noisy, exhausting - and dangerous. In just a few days, Moon finds herself overwhelmed by her secret powers and bombarded by strange thoughts, including those of a mysterious dragon who might be a terrible enemy. And when someone starts attacking dragons within the academy, Moon has a choice to make: Stay hidden and safe? Or risk everything to save her new friends? 5-6 booklist |
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903374 : Wings of fire graphic novel series: The Brightest night by Sutherland, Tui T & Holmes, Mike (ill) One will have the power of wings of fire . . . Sunny has always taken the Dragonet Prophecy very seriously. If Phrrhia's dragons need her, Clay, Tsunami, Glory, and Starflight to end the war, she's ready to try. She even has some good ideas how to do it, if anyone would listen to her. But shattering news from Morrowseer has shaken Sunny's faith in their destiny. Is it possible for anyone to end this terrible war and choose a new SandWing queen? What if everything they've been through was for nothing? Buried secrets, deadly surprises, and an unexpected side to scavengers are all waiting for her in the shifting sands of the desert, where Sunny must decide once and for all: Is her destiny already written? Or can five dragonets change their fate and save the world . . . the way they choose? 5-6 booklist |
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903373 : Wings of fire graphic novel series: The dark secret by Sutherland, Tui T & Holmes, Mike (ill) In the shadows, trouble is brewing... The mysterious NightWings keep everything hidden, from their home and their queen to their allegiance in the war. Now they've kidnapped their own dragonet of destiny, and Starflight is finally meeting the rest of his tribe -- whether he wants to or not. The NightWings have also kidnapped several innocent RainWings, now trapped in the dark, barren, miserable place that is the NightWing kingdom. Starflight wants to help the RainWings, but he's busy saving his own scales and trying to find a way back to his friends. The fate of two kingdoms rests in his talons, and with no one to save him, Starflight will have to find a way to be brave...before it's too late. 5-6 booklist |
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903370 : Wings of fire graphic novel series: The Dragonet prophecy by Sutherland, Tui T & Holmes, Mike (ill) Not every dragonet wants a destiny... Clay has grown up under the mountain, chosen along with four other dragonets to fulfill a mysterious prophecy and end the war between the dragon tribes of Pyrrhia. He's not so sure about the prophecy part, but Clay can't imagine not living with the other dragonets; they're his best friends. So when one of the dragonets is threatened, all five spring into action. Together, they will choose freedom over fate, leave the mountain, and fulfill their destiny -- on their own terms. The New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series takes flight in this first graphic novel edition, adapted by the author with art by Mike Holmes. 5-6 booklist |
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903372 : Wings of fire graphic novel series: The Hidden kingdom by Sutherland, Tui T & Holmes, Mike (ill) Glory knows that the dragon world is wrong about her being "a lazy RainWing." Maybe she wasn't meant to be one of the dragonets of destiny, but Glory is sharp and her venom is deadly...even if that's still a secret. So when the dragonets seek shelter in the rain forest, Glory is devastated to find that the treetops are full of RainWings that nap all day and know nothing of the rest of Pyrrhia. Worst of all, they don't realize -- or care -- that RainWings are going missing from their beautiful forest. But Glory and the dragonets are determined to find the missing dragons, even if it drags the peaceful RainWing kingdom where they never wanted to be -- into the middle of the war. The #1 New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars to new heights in this third graphic novel adaptation, with art by Mike Holmes. 5-6 booklist |
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903371 : Wings of fire graphic novel series: The Lost heir by Sutherland, Tui T & Holmes, Mike (ill) The lost heir to the SeaWing throne is going home at last. She can't believe it's finally happening. Tsunami and her fellow dragonets of destiny are journeying under the water to the great SeaWing Kingdom. Stolen as an egg from the royal hatchery, Tsunami is eager to meet her future subjects and reunite with her mother, Queen Coral. But Tsunami's triumphant return doesn't go quite the way she'd imagined. Queen Coral welcomes her with open wings, but a mysterious assassin has been killing off the queen's heirs for years, and Tsunami may be the next target. The dragonets came to the SeaWings for protection, but this ocean hides secrets, betrayal -- and perhaps even death.The New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series takes flight in this first graphic novel edition, adapted by the author with art by Mike Holmes. 5-6 booklist |
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1039693 : Wings of fire graphic novel series: Winter turning by Sutherland, Tui T & Holmes, Mike (ill) Daring mission... or deadly mistake. Winter has always been a disappointment to his royal IceWing family. Now he has a chance to save his sister, Icicle, from making a terrible mistake - if he can find her. Winter's new clawmates, Moon, Kinkajou and Qibli, insist on joining his dangerous journey. They don't understand that IceWings, the most superior of all dragon tribes, can fix their own problems. When their search leads the dragonets straight into Queen Scarlet's vicious talons, Winter is grateful to have some help. But even the bravest dragons can't follow him to the Ice Kingdom. There, he'll be alone to face the greatest threat of all: his own family. Topics /
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8273 : Wings of fire: Darkness of dragons by Sutherland, Tui T Qibli knows Darkstalker must be stopped. And he knows he could stop him if he had magic. With even a sliver of the ancient dragon's all-powerful scroll, Qibli could rewrite history the right way: end war forever; make every dragon happy; perhaps even cast a very small spell so that everyone would like him... Instead, as Darkstalker's dangerous influence spreads across Pyrrhia, entrancing or killing every dragon in the seven tribes, Qibli can only grasp the small animus objects he's borrowed from Turtle. With some clever thinking, Qibli's talons finally hold the power to make a difference. But prophecies are not easy to rewrite. Can Qibli be the magical force Pyrrhia needs, or will he be the one to bring Jade Mountain -- and his family, his friends, his whole world -- crashing down? 5-6 booklist |
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22547 : Wings of fire: Escaping peril by Sutherland, Tui T Peril has been loyal to Queen Scarlet, who used her fatal firescales to kill countless dragons in the SkyWing arena. Now, Peril is loyal to Clay, the only dragonet who has ever been her friend. So when Scarlet threatens Jade Mountain Academy, Peril sets off to find her former queen, stop her, and save the day, no matter what it takes.There's just one problem: a strangely persistent SeaWing, Turtle, insists on coming along, too. Turtle is worried about his friends, who left to search for Scarlet and haven't returned. Peril is worried that she might accidentally burn Turtle -- or burn him on purpose, for being so annoying -- and frustrated that she keeps saying and doing the wrong things. She can't escape her firescales, and she can't escape her reputation as the deadliest dragon in Pyrrhia. So when she's offered a chance to trade everything for a second chance, Peril has to decide who she's really loyal to . . . and whether her own scales might actually be worth saving. 5-6 booklist |
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43583 : Wings of fire: moon rising by Sutherland, Tui T Peace has come to Pyrrhia... for now. The war between the tribes is finally over, and now the dragonets of the prophecy have a plan for lasting peace: Jade Mountain Academy, a school that will gather dragonets from all the tribes and teach them to live together, perhaps even as friends. Moonwatcher isn't sure how she feels about school, however. Hidden in the rainforest for most of her life, the young NightWing has an awful secret. She can read minds, and even see the future. Living in a cave with dozens of other dragons is noisy, exhausting--and dangerous. In just a few days, Moon finds herself overwhelmed by her secret powers and bombarded by strange thoughts, including those of a mysterious dragon who might be a terrible enemy. And when someone starts attacking dragons within the academy, Moon has a choice to make: Stay hidden and safe? Or risk everything to save her new friends? 5-6 booklist |
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755116 : Wings of Fire: Talons of Power by Sutherland, Tui T For every villain, there is a hero . . . Turtle isn't one of the heroes he reads about in stories. If he were, he'd use his animus powers to help Pyrrhia -- instead of keeping his abilities a secret, even from his own sister. Now that Darkstalker, the sinister and impossibly old dragon from Pyrrhia's most notorious legends, has returned, Turtle knows his own role is simple: hide. And stay hidden. The other dragons at Jade Mountain Academy, on the other hand, think Darkstalker is fascinating. He charms everyone he meets, including Turtle's most sceptical friends. They all seem convinced that the ancient dragon has changed. Turtle isn't so sure. The more he watches Darkstalker from the shadows, the more Turtle knows that someone needs to stop the powerful dragon. A real hero. But Turtle is running out of time to find one, which mean . . . he might have to try to save the day himself. 5-6 booklist |
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6282 : Wings of fire: the brightest night by Sutherland, Tui T Sunny has always taken the Dragonet Prophecy seriously. She has some good ideas on how to end the war. If only someone would listen to her. But Morrowseer has shaken Sunny's faith in their destiny. What if everything they have been through is for nothing? Buried secrets, deadly surprises and an unexpected side to scavengers are all waiting for her in the shifting sands of the desert. Is her destiny already written? Or can five dragonets change their fate and save the world their own way? 5-6 booklist |
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768169 : Wings of fire: the dangerous gift by Sutherland, tui t Snowfall didn't expect to be queen of the IceWings at such a young age, but now that she is, she's going to be the best queen ever. All she has to do is keep her tribe within IceWing territory, where it's safe -- while keeping every other tribe out, where they belong. It's a perfect and simple plan, backed up by all the IceWing magic Snowfall can find. That is, until a storm of unidentified dragons arrives on her shore, looking for asylum. The foreigners are completely strange and, Snowfall is certain, utterly untrustworthy. But as she escorts the miserable new tribes out of her kingdom, Snowfall is forced to reconsider her plan. Maybe she can only keep her tribe safe . . . if she's willing to risk everything. 5-6 booklist |
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34018 : Wings of fire: the dark secret by Sutherland, Tui T The mysterious NightWings keep everything hidden, from their home and their queen, to their allegiance in the war. Now they have kidnapped their own daughter of destiny and Starflight is finally meeting the rest of the tribe. The NightWings have also kidnapped several innocent RainWings. Starflight wants to help the RainWings, but he is busy saving his own scales and trying to find a way back to his friends. The fate of the two kingdoms rests in his talons. With no one to save him, Starflight will have to find a way to be brave before it's too late." 5-6 booklist |
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25332 : Wings of fire: The dragonet prophecy by Sutherland, Tui T Clay has lived his whole life under the mountain. The MudWing dragonet knows that war is raging between the dragon tribes in the world outside. According to a mysterious Prophecy, that they have been taught, this is a war that he and four other dragonets are destined to end. The five 'chosen' dragonets were stolen from their homes while they were still in their eggs and hidden away for years. All to fulfill the Prophecy. But danger threatens one of them. Clay and his friends must choose, freedom or Prophecy. Will they leave the mountain and set the dragon world on a course that no one could have predicted? 5-6 booklist |
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890467 : Wings of fire: The flames of hope by Sutherland, Tui T Luna has always wanted to change the world - to fix it, to free it - even if she's never actually known how. Now that all of dragon and humankind are in mortal danger, Luna is flying back home to Pantala with a team of dragons on a rescue mission, determined to be brave and useful. But saving a continent isn't as easy as a prophecy makes it sound, and "facing a great evil" definitely requires more than the fiery silk that Luna is uniquely able to create. As she fights her way to the abyss that hides the dark roots poisoning Pantala, Luna must uncover a long-buried secret and unite her friends, her enemies, and her own powers. If she doesn't, she won't get to change the world. She'll have to say goodbye to it forever. 5-6 booklist |
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25336 : Wings of fire: The hidden kingdom by Sutherland, Tui T The dragonets of destiny are not sure what to expect in the RainWing Kingdom. Glory hopes to learn more about her family. As the RainWings are not fighting in the war the dragonets hope to be able to hide here safely for a while. But something deadly is stalking the peaceful kingdom. RainWings have been mysteriously disappearing from the forest. The RainWing queen will not do anything to find her missing members. So Glory and her friends set off on their own rescue mission. 5-6 booklist |
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778583 : Wings of Fire: The hive Queen by Sutherland, Tui T Growing up in the hives, Cricket has always had a million questions. Why are trees forbidden, even in art? Why do her parents seem to hate her? And the biggest, most dangerous and secret question of all: Why is Cricket immune to Queen Wasp's powers? Whenever the queen takes control of all the HiveWings, speaking through their mouths and seeing through their eyes, Cricket has to hide, terrified of being discovered.Now she's hiding again, wanted for stealing the Book of Clearsight along with her new SilkWing friends, Blue and Swordtail, and the fierce LeafWing, Sundew. The fugitives need answers, and fast, in order to prevent a LeafWing attack. But Cricket has more questions than ever. How can she stay hidden and discover the queen's deadliest secret? And if she does succeed -- can a powerless dragonet really do anything to topple a regime and stop a war? 5-6 booklist |
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783045 : Wings of fire: The lost continent by Sutherland, Tui T Blue the SilkWing is content. Life in his Hive is safe; he loves his family; he has enough to eat. And Pantala has been at peace for as long as he can remember -- SilkWings and HiveWings live and work together in harmony, and because they stay vigilant, no one has seen a dangerous LeafWing in years. Now that Blue's sister, Luna, is undergoing her Metamorphosis, Blue knows things are going to change. Luna will have her wings and her silk, be assigned a partner and a work order, and move to another Hive. A few days later, Blue's own wings and silk will come in. But nothing could prepare Blue for what happens when Luna's wings start to grow. Suddenly his world is turned upside down, throwing him into dangers he never knew existed. Pantala isn't as peaceful as it seems, and Blue isn't safe. Whether he's ready or not, it's time to adapt -- and fight for his life. 5-6 booklist |
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24353 : Wings of fire: The lost heir by Sutherland, Tui T 'Tsunami can't believe it is finally happening. With her fellow dragonets of destiny she is journeying under the water to the great SeaWing Kingdom. She is going home at last. Stolen as an egg from the royal hatchery, she is eager to meet her future subjects and her mother, Queen Coral. But things don't go the way that Tsunami imagined. Her mother welcomes her. But a mysterious assassin has been killing off the queen's heirs and Tsunami may be the next target. The dragonets came here for protection. But the SeaWing Kingdom is hiding secrets, betrayal and perhaps even death. 5-6 booklist |
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783053 : Wings of fire: The poison jungle by Sutherland, Tui T Some secrets are deadly.It's no secret that Sundew wants to destroy the HiveWings. It's her life's mission to exact revenge on the tribe that tried to wipe out the LeafWings and ripped every tree from the surface of Pantala.Every tree, that is, except the wild and dangerous Poison Jungle, where the surviving LeafWings have been hiding since the war. Hiding, plotting, and waiting for a dragon like Sundew, who is uniquely qualified to bring down the Hives.There are dark secrets in the jungle, though-some that Sundew is keeping, and some that she's only just beginning to discover. And now that a new war is upon them, Sundew and her friends must unearth the oldest secret in the jungle-even if what they find has the power to destroy them all. 5-6 booklist |
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25335 : Wings of fire: winter turning by Sutherland, Tui T Winter has been a disappointment to his royal IceWing family his whole life. When his sister, Icicle, runs away from Jade Mountain Academy, fleeing terrible crimes and possibly planning to commit more, Winter knows that they both need a second chance to make things right -- if only he can find her. Winter's new clawmates, Moon, Qibli, and Kinkajou, won't let him make this dangerous journey alone. They don't seem to understand that IceWings, the most superior of all dragon tribes, can fix their own problems. When their search leads the dragonets straight into Queen Scarlet's vicious talons, Winter is grateful to have some help. But even the bravest dragons can't follow him to the Ice Kingdom, where he'll have to face the greatest threat of all: his own family. 5-6 booklist |