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Letters From Summer Camp: Diary #3

Written by Linda Rey
My first camp experience just might be my last! When a major mix up sends me, nerdy girl extraordinaire, to a residential sports camp for Olympic hopefuls instead of science camp, I know anything that can go wrong, will. My only hope is to suck it up and try not to mess anything up.
3rd - 8th
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Camp Average

Written by Craig Battle
A group of 11-year-olds arrives to spend six weeks playing sports at Camp Avalon―which they affectionately call Camp Average, because they never win at any sport. And that’s the way they like it. But this summer, new camp director Winston―who hates losing―has some hyper-competitive ideas about how to improve their performance, whether they want to or not!
3rd - 8th
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Unplugged

Written by Gordon Korman
As the son of the world’s most famous tech billionaire, spoiled Jett Baranov has always gotten what he wanted. So when his father’s private jet drops him in the middle of the Arkansas wilderness, at a place called the Oasis, Jett can’t believe it. He’s forced to hand over his cell phone, eat grainy veggie patties, and participate in wholesome activities with the other kids, who he has absolutely no interest in hanging out with.
4th - 8th
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Camp Confidential: Natalie’s Secret

Written by Melissa J. Morgan
Natalie Goode is a city girl-way more interested in fresh sushi than fresh air. So she's bummed when her mother ships her off to "Camp Lake-puke" to broaden her horizons. But before long, Natalie notices there are some pretty cool girls are camp (and even some cute boys, too). If she can loosen up, she might even enjoy herself-unless the secret she's been keeping gets in her way...
3rd - 8th
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Werewolves Don’t Go to Summer Camp

Written by Debbie Dadey & Marcia T. Jones
The new director at Camp Lone Wolf seems like a nice guy. But when the kids learn the legend of a local boy who disappeared and the wolf that prowls the campgrounds howling in the night, they start to wonder if Camp Lone Wolf is more than just a name.
2nd - 5th
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Be Prepared

Written and Illustrated by Vera Brosgol

In Be Prepared, all Vera wants to do is fit in―but that’s not easy for a Russian girl in the suburbs...

3rd - 5th
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Mary Anne and Camp BSC (Baby-Sitters Club #86)

Written by Ann M. Martin
Running a day camp with her fellow club members, Mary Anne finds her ideal summer complicated by her father's two-week business trip, rivalries among the young campers, and a sprained ankle.
4th - 6th
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Camp Famous

Written by Jennifer Blecher
Eleven-year-old Abby Herman is beyond excited that her parents are letting her go to summer camp for the first time ever. Maybe camp will be the place she’ll finally find what she’s always wanted: a best friend. But—surprise!—she’s not going to just any summer camp, she’s going to Camp Famous, the one exclusively for famous kids escaping the spotlight.
3rd - 7th
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Lions & Liars

Written by Kate Beasley and Illustrated by Dan Santat
Fifth grade is off to a terrible start when Frederick is sent to a disciplinary camp for troublesome boys. His fellow troop mates―Nosebleed, Specs, The Professor, and little-yet-lethal Ant Bite―are terrifying. But in between trust-building exercises and midnight escape attempts, a tenuous friendship grows between them.
3rd - 7th
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Fort Solitude (DC Comics: Secret Hero Society #2)

Written by Derek Fridolfs and Illustrated by Dustin Nguyen
When Clark arrives at Camp Evergreen he makes new friends, reconnects with old ones, and nothing seems weird at all! Well, that is until kids start disappearing... one by one... Plus, there’s a lake monster, bigfoot has been spotted, there are reports of a boogeyman, and there may or may not be a UFO crashed into the lake.
3rd - 7th
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CAMP

Written and Illustrated by Kayla Miller
Olive is sure she’ll have the best time at summer camp with her friend Willow—but while Olive makes quick friends with the other campers, Willow struggles to form connections and latches on to the only person she knows—Olive.
2nd - 6th
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A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee

Written and Illustrated by Chris Van Dusen
Mr. Magee and his dog, Dee, are enjoying a peaceful camping trip when along comes a lumbering, marshmallow-loving bear and the excitement begins.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Captain Awesome Goes to Superhero Camp (14)

Written by Stan Kirby and Illustrated by George O'Connor
Eugene’s bags are packed and his Super Dude sleeping bag is rolled up and ready. It’s time to go to sleepaway camp! But this isn’t just any summer camp: it’s Superhero Summer Camp!
K - 4th
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Amelia Bedelia Goes Camping (I Can Read Level 2)

Written by Peggy Parish and Illustrated by Lynn Sweat
Amelia Bedelia has never been camping. She tries her best to do as the Rogers order, but pitching a tent is not the same as throwing it into the bushes, and catching a fish with bare hands does not mean keeping.
K - 3rd
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Monster Power: Exploring Renewable Energy

Written by Judy Katschke and Illustrated by Artful Doodlers Ltd.
Professor Frizzle's kid sister Fiona might be the new teacher at Walkerville Elementary, but she's got the same old motto: take chances, make mistakes, and get messy! She decides to take the class camping, but come night fall their tent grounds are pitch black.
K - 2nd
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Scout Camp (Bobs and Tweets)

Written by Pepper Springfield and Illustrated by Kristy Caldwell
When a sudden storm rolls in and the scouts lose their way in the woods, will they be able to use their new skills and work together as one team to find their way back to camp? Find out in this exciting fourth adventure in the Bobs and Tweets series!
1st - 3rd
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Let's Go Camping: Discover Reading Level 1

Written by Nancy Streza
Pack for a camping trip in this level one reader from author Nancy Streza. Each page features a short sentence and a full-color photo. Rhymes and familiar words drive this checklist-style book for beginning readers.
Pre-K - 1st
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Pete the Cat Goes Camping (I Can Read Level 1)

Written by Kimberly and James Dean and Illustrated by James Dean
In Pete the Cat Goes Camping, Pete can't wait to go hiking, fishing, and eat s'mores by the campfire. But when he hears about the mysterious creature named Bigfoot, Pete can't help but wonder: Is Bigfoot real?
Pre-K - 3rd
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Don't Feed the Bear

Written by Kathleen Doherty and Illustrated by Chip Wass
It’s Bear vs. Ranger in the funniest food fight ever, in this entertaining picture book. Mac and cheese, carrot cake, meatball stew: Bear loves when campers leave him grub. The park ranger does not.
Pre-K - 2nd
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Brave Little Camper

Written by Carmen Crowe and Illustrated by Jen Taylor
Gather around the campfire and join the crew on another brave adventure as Little Camper spends the night in the forest for the very first time.
Pre-K - Pre-K
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Curious George Goes Camping

Written by H. A. Rey and Illustrated by Margret Rey
Spend a day in the outdoors camping with Curious George as he pitches a tent, roasts marshmallows, and tries to stay out of trouble!
Pre-K - K
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S Is for S'mores: A Camping Alphabet

Written by Helen Foster James and Illustrated by Lita Judge
From what to pack, where to go, and what to do when you get there, S is for S'mores: A Camping Alphabet takes readers on an A-Z trail exploring this outdoor pastime.
Pre-K - 1st
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Flashlight

Written by Lizi Boyd
In this charming story, told solely through images, artist Lizi Boyd offers an enchanting exploration of night, nature, and the nocturnal world.
Pre-K - K
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Bluey: Camping

Written by Penguin Young Readers Licenses
Bluey goes camping with her family and makes a new friend named Jean-Luc! Despite the language barrier, they have fun planting fruit trees, hunting a wild pig, and more!
Pre-K - K

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