Where Ella Went
A clever, funny multimedia mystery from author Laurie Morrison, about soccer teammates trying to solve the disappearance of their beloved team captain--and facing a few secrets of their own Why did Ella leave? Eighth Graders Sadie and Pug don't have anything in common except for their love of soccer and their loyalty to Ella, the overachieving team captain. So when Ella doesn't show up for the most important game of the season and her parents pull her out of school, Sadie and Pug are determined to find out what happened, even though they don't usually get along. There's no way Ella abandoned the team! But as Sadie and Pug dig deeper, they begin to realize that Ella's life wasn't as perfect as it seemed. And maybe Sadie and Pug have a few secrets that need to come to light, too. Maybe all their classmates do... Told in recordings, letters, texts, journal entries, and emails, Where Ella Went is a funny and absorbing slice-of-life mystery about friendship, teamwork, and the pressures of being in middle school. If Sadie and Pug keep searching for answers, they risk sabotaging the end of their soccer season. But can they ever move on if they don't learn the truth? And what if Ella needs them even more than they need her?
Come Along
Come Along and discover a joyous debut picture book rooted in the whimsical tradition of nonsense literature and based on the viral hit-sensation song COME ALONGCome along catch a HeffalumpSit with me on a muddy clumpWe'll sing a song of days gone by . . . Set sail on a timeless adventure with two rabbits determined not to get caught by the Hum-drum. Together, they discover a world of borogoves, slithy toves, and Heffalumps, ready to dance and sing 'til sundown. Packed with nonsensical whimsy and anarchic joy, this book is a merry romp through the imaginative worlds of Edward Lear and Lewis Carroll. SO... Come along! Get you gone and have some fun!"A glorious tumble of words and images -- a joyful, foot-tapping, spirit-zinging extravagant gallivant of a story that torrents off the tongue and lifts the heart!"--Robert Macfarlane "A delicious, rolling adventure through a magical world inhabited by humdrums, heffalumps, and rare type specimens. This book nourishes me with its nonsense and makes my spirit sing."-- Merlin Sheldrake, author of Entangled Life"Embedded with references to children's classics, including the works of Lewis Carroll and A. A. Milne, this jaunty, irresistible picture book stands to delight children and parents alike." --Foreword, starred review
Funerals Are for the Living
New from the author of Dead Girls Walking comes a YA horror about a girl kidnapped by a racist cult after investigating the supernatural happenings at her sister's gravesite A month ago, Junie Daniels was in a car crash that left her with a dead sister, fragmented memories of the accident, and a mother too checked-out to plan a funeral. The cheapest grave plot Junie can find is in the next town over. Sure, Williamsville is still proudly named after a slave master who was rumored to dabble in dark magic--but this North Carolina, after all. When unexplained occurrences start happening at the graveyard, though, Junie and her best friend, Omari, investigate. And it's not long before Junie and Omari are taken... Williamsville wants both Daniels girls. But Junie will do anything to protect her sister--even if it's only her corpse.
McToad Mows Tiny Island
A sly toad takes every mode of transportation imaginable to mow the tiniest lawn on earth in this board book romp from bestselling creators Tom Angleberger and John Hendrix McToad likes Thursdays. Why? Because on every other day of the week, McToad mows Big Island, but on Thursdays, McToad mows Tiny Island. To do so, he puts his mower on the back of a truck, which drives to a train, which goes to a plane, which flies to a helicopter, which goes to a boat, which uses a crane to put the lawn mower onto Tiny Island. There, McToad mows, drinks some lemonade, and before you know it, it's time to turn around and go back home. But first, the mower has to get lifted by a crane to get put back on a boat, a helicopter, a plane, a train, and a truck. From master storyteller Tom Angleberger and accomplished illustrator John Hendrix comes this playful narrative that triumphs the journey over the destination, with lots of planes, trains, and automobiles to boot.
The Academy
FROM THE PLAYGROUND TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE.Now a New York Times bestselling series! The inspiring, action-packed first book, perfect for young readers 7-13 and sports fans of all ages. Born and raised in a small town, twelve-year-old Leo K. Doyle has never seen the ocean or stepped foot on a plane. But Leo is a star soccer player with big dreams in life.Rock star, Olympic gold, dragon-slaying dreams.While Leo longs to make the pros one day, he has no idea how to achieve this goal--until a professional scout pays a chance visit to one of Leo's games and extends an invitation to try out for the London Dragons youth squad, known as the Academy.Leo is stunned. The London Dragons isn't just any old soccer team. It's a world-famous English Premier League team. Soon Leo is off to a whole new country, embarking on the greatest adventure of his life. The downside? Only eleven players can make the team.Eleven out of two hundred of the very best twelve-year-old players on the planet.Along with the grueling competition, Leo must also face a bully intent on torpedoing his summer, a roomie who doesn't know how to have fun, a terrifying camp director, and, most of all, Leo's own lack of formal training and the fear he'll never succeed.By the end of the summer, Leo will become a much better player and forever changed by his experience. But will he be good enough to make the Academy?Keep score with the other books in The Academy series: The Academy II: The Journey ContinuesThe Academy III: Tournament of ChampionsThe Academy IV: Title FightThe Academy V: Cup of Nations
The Academy II: The Journey Continues
Now a New York Times bestselling series! Leo K. Doyle, a small-town kid from Ohio, has beaten all the odds and made the roster of a Premier League youth squad. But he is far from the star player.In fact, he isn't even a starter--and the U14 Lewisham Knights are the worst team in the league. They're so bad that if they don't improve this year, the owner will disband the team, which could jeopardize Leo's dream of becoming a professional soccer player.As if that wasn't enough to deal with, Leo also has to keep up with his schoolwork, make brand new friends in a foreign country, deal with a coach who doesn't seem to like him, and survive away from home for a demanding season in the Youth Premier League.Leo believes he has the talent to help his team, but can he juggle all these balls and prove himself on the world's biggest stage?The inspiring, action-packed second book in The Academy series is perfect for young readers 7-13 and for sports fans of all ages. Keep score with the other books in The Academy series: The Academy The Academy III: Tournament of ChampionsThe Academy IV: Title FightThe Academy V: Cup of Nations
Never Let a Unicorn Meet a Reindeer
Celebrate Christmas with this hilarious picture book from bestselling author Diane Alber that asks the question: Unicorns can run on RAINBOWS...so why can't they MEET A REINDEER?Even if Santa says "never let a unicorn meet a reindeer," one little girl is determined to have it all: a unicorn AND a reindeer at her birthday party! But unicorns aren't all rainbows and glitter, and reindeer certainly aren't all candy canes and Christmas sparkle... so was Santa right? Or can this reindeer and unicorn duo do some good this holiday season? With colorful illustrations that jump off the page and hilarious text, parents, educators, and children ages 4-10 will love this unique holiday story that celebrates the power of unlikely friendships and Christmas miracles. This laugh-out-loud picture book is the perfect read-aloud, Christmas gift, or stocking stuffer! The reindeer are always looking for something to do during the summer! This is Kiki. She likes to eat carrots and listen to Christmas Songs.But please...whatever you do...DON'T LET HER MEET ANY UNICORNS! Also in the Never Let A series: Never Let a Dinosaur ScribbleNever Let A Unicorn Wear a TutuNever Let a Princess PaintNever Let a Unicorn Make Slimeand more!
Never Let a Unicorn Scribble
Celebrate the little artist in your life this Easter with this hilarious picture book from bestselling author Diane Alber that asks the question: Unicorns can run on RAINBOWS...so why can't they SCRIBBLE?Even if everyone says "never let a unicorn scribble," one little girl is determined to let her unicorn scribble to her sparkly, unicorn-y heart's content! But unicorns aren't all rainbows and glitter...give them a crayon, and who KNOWS what colorful, magical messes will happen. With bright illustrations that jump off the page and hilarious text, parents, educators, and children ages 4-10 will love this laugh-out-loud story that celebrates the power of creativity. This scribble-tastic picture book is the perfect read-aloud or gift opportunity for birthdays, bedtime, or any occasion! I thought if I gave her just ONE crayon, what could go wrong?Also in the Never Let A series: Never Let a Dinosaur ScribbleNever Let A Unicorn Wear a TutuNever Let a Princess PaintNever Let a Unicorn Make Slimeand more!
The Academy II: The Journey Continues
Now a New York Times bestselling series! Leo K. Doyle, a small-town kid from Ohio, has beaten all the odds and made the roster of a Premier League youth squad. But he is far from the star player.In fact, he isn't even a starter--and the U14 Lewisham Knights are the worst team in the league. They're so bad that if they don't improve this year, the owner will disband the team, which could jeopardize Leo's dream of becoming a professional soccer player.As if that wasn't enough to deal with, Leo also has to keep up with his schoolwork, make brand new friends in a foreign country, deal with a coach who doesn't seem to like him, and survive away from home for a demanding season in the Youth Premier League.Leo believes he has the talent to help his team, but can he juggle all these balls and prove himself on the world's biggest stage?The inspiring, action-packed second book in The Academy series is perfect for young readers 7-13 and for sports fans of all ages. Keep score with the other books in The Academy series: The AcademyThe Academy III: Tournament of ChampionsThe Academy IV: Title FightThe Academy V: Cup of Nations
Never Let a Dinosaur Scribble
Celebrate the little artist in your life this Easter with this hilarious picture book from bestselling author Diane Alber that asks the question: You NEVER let a Unicorn Scribble...but what about DINOSAURS?Even if everyone says "never let a dinosaur scribble," one little boy is determined to let his dinosaur scribble to his scaly, dinosaur-y heart's content. But dinosaurs aren't just fantastic pets and distantly related to chickens...give them a crayon, and who KNOWS what colorful, magical messes will happen. With bright illustrations that jump off the page and hilarious text, parents, educators, and children ages 4-10 will love this laugh-out-loud story that celebrates the power of creativity. This dino-tastic picture book is the perfect read-aloud or gift opportunity for birthdays, bedtime, or any occasion! I recently got a pet dinosaur. I know it's hard to believe, but it's true. And everyone keeps telling meNEVER LET A DINOSAUR SCRIBBLE!Also in the Never Let A series: Never Let a Unicorn ScribbleNever Let A Unicorn Wear a TutuNever Let a Princess PaintNever Let a Unicorn Make Slimeand more!
The Academy
FROM THE PLAYGROUND TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE.Now a New York Times bestselling series! The inspiring, action-packed first book, perfect for young readers 7-13 and sports fans of all ages. Born and raised in a small town, twelve-year-old Leo K. Doyle has never seen the ocean or stepped foot on a plane. But Leo is a star soccer player with big dreams in life.Rock star, Olympic gold, dragon-slaying dreams.While Leo longs to make the pros one day, he has no idea how to achieve this goal--until a professional scout pays a chance visit to one of Leo's games and extends an invitation to try out for the London Dragons youth squad, known as the Academy.Leo is stunned. The London Dragons isn't just any old soccer team. It's a world-famous English Premier League team. Soon Leo is off to a whole new country, embarking on the greatest adventure of his life. The downside? Only eleven players can make the team.Eleven out of two hundred of the very best twelve-year-old players on the planet.Along with the grueling competition, Leo must also face a bully intent on torpedoing his summer, a roomie who doesn't know how to have fun, a terrifying camp director, and, most of all, Leo's own lack of formal training and the fear he'll never succeed.By the end of the summer, Leo will become a much better player and forever changed by his experience. But will he be good enough to make the Academy?Keep score with the other books in The Academy series: The Academy II: The Journey ContinuesThe Academy III: Tournament of ChampionsThe Academy IV: Title FightThe Academy V: Cup of Nations
Don't Draw in This Book!
A new book from the creator of Don't Push the Button! You better not draw in it!Larry has a new sketchbook--a magic one, where you "draw" using your finger to trace shapes. Tracing each shape makes something new happen on the next page! But you never know what's going to happen...This touch-and-trace interactive story is a fun way to send Larry on a wild adventure, all in the silly, exuberant style that's Bill Cotter's trademark.
Gordon Wins It All
Gordon is THE MEANEST GOOSE ON EARTH. Well . . . he used to be, but now, he's trying to change his ways and be a GOOD GOOSE. The trouble is, it's really tricky to be kind and patient and good, especially when you've always been mean. In Gordon Wins It All, Gordon decides he wants to be good at EVERYTHING, so he arranges Grover Garden's first-ever GRAND TOURNAMENT. He's determined to win every event and prove he's the best goose around, even if that means cheating!
Snap & Snuggle: How to Catch a Dinosaur
Snap the plush dinosaur bracelet onto your arm as you snuggle up to read How to Catch a Dinosaur, part of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series! Do dinosaurs still walk among us? Sure, no one has seen one, but if alligators, whales, and even birds still exist, then dinosaurs must still exist, right? Join the daring How to Catch Kids as they try to wrangle a dinosaur in time for the school science fair and prove they're still around! Parents, young readers, dinosaur lovers, and educators alike will roar with laughter in this dinosaur picture book that blends STEAM concepts with hilarity and clever chaos. Do YOU have what it takes to pluck a prehistoric pal? The bracelet is a classic plush made with premium quality that kids will love--just slap the band onto your wrist and enjoy!Bracelet and Book Pair: The cute dinosaur snap bracelet doubles as a fun accessory, so kids can carry a piece of the How to Catch adventure wherever they go.Premium Quality: The band is covered with soft silicone so that it's comfortable and safe to wear--it's non-toxic, child safe, and 100% safety test approved.Perfect for Gifting: The nostalgic format of the wristband makes this a charming party favor for birthdays, or gift for Halloween, Christmas, or Easter from parents and grandparents.Happy Birthday, How to Catch! Celebrate 10 Years of How to Catch with this Snap & Snuggle How to Catch a Dinosaur!
Nana and Nounou
Join Nana and Nounou, two energetic 5-year-old twin sisters, as they embark on an exciting adventure filled with basketball and ballet! Nana loves to dribble and shoot hoops, while Nounou gracefully twirls and leaps in her ballet studio. Despite their different passions, the twins show that love and support make every dream shine brighter.Perfect for children aged 4-6, B pour Basketball et Ballet / B for Basketball and Ballet introduces young readers to bilingual vocabulary in a fun and engaging way. Featuring vibrant illustrations and simple text, this story celebrates individuality, teamwork, and family bonds.A delightful bilingual tale for little readers who love to explore new interests and learn new languages!----------------------------------------------Rejoignez Nana et Nounou, deux soeurs jumelles pleines d'矇nergie de 5 ans, dans une aventure captivante entre basketball et ballet ! Nana adore dribbler et marquer des paniers, tandis que Nounou tournoie et saute avec gr璽ce dans son studio de danse. Malgr矇 leurs passions diff矇rentes, les jumelles montrent que l'amour et le soutien rendent chaque r礙ve encore plus 矇clatant.Parfait pour les enfants de 4 ? 6 ans, B pour Basketball et Ballet / B for Basketball and Ballet initie les jeunes lecteurs ? un vocabulaire bilingue de mani癡re ludique et captivante. Avec des illustrations vibrantes et un texte simple, cette histoire c矇l癡bre l'individualit矇, le travail d'矇quipe et les liens familiaux.Un conte bilingue charmant pour les petits lecteurs qui aiment explorer de nouveaux centres d'int矇r礙t et apprendre de nouvelles langues !
Wild and Free
Get up! Come on! Join the crew! We're off to play, like wild ones do! Join the children in Wild and Free as they discover the joys of the great outdoors. From climbing trees and crossing creeks to rolling down hills and watching bugs, readers will almost smell the fresh air as they pore over the pages. Written in an energetic rhyme, this story will inspire readers ages 3 and up to go outside and be with nature - whether that's through adventure, their creativity or just by being still.
I Turned My Mom Into a Unicorn
In this wildly funny picture book, one little giraffe wonders: what would happen if mom turned into a UNICORN?!Perfect for unicorn lovers and kids ages 4-8, I Turned My Mom into a Unicorn is hilarious picture book bursting with rainbows, wishes, and FUN!Ted's mom is always asking him to do boring chores--like clean up his toys and brush his teeth. Maybe if he turns his mom into a super fun unicorn, everything will be awesome!Or maybe not?Packed with silly surprises, laugh-out-loud illustrations, and a heartfelt message, this wildly funny unicorn picture book keeps kids giggling while teaching the timeless lesson of appreciating what you already have. Young readers will love the magical adventure, while parents and educators will adore laughing along with the lessons around gratitude and family."Mom is no fun at all."That's what Ted's thinking right now."I wish Mom would turn into a super fun unicorn.Wouldn't that be great?"Perfect for: Kids 4-8 who love silly storiesUnicorn lovers and fans of magical creaturesParents, librarians, and educators looking for gratitude books for kidsClassroom read-alouds, bedtime giggles, and mommy-and-me timeMother's Day gifts, birthday parties, and gift baskets
Goodnight Red Dirtbike
Goodnight Dirtbike follows one bold red dirtbike on the best day ever! From zipping past giraffes at the zoo, to racing through orchards, cities, deserts, beaches, and more. With bouncy rhymes, colorful scenes, and nonstop action, this story keeps little readers hooked from start to finish. But after all that fun, even the fastest dirtbike needs to rest. As the sun sets and the stars begin to glow, Red Dirtbike slows down and rolls into the garage for a well-earned goodnight. Perfect for high-energy kids who love dirtbikes, adventure, and a cozy bedtime wind-down!
I Am the Dark That Answers When You Call
Monsters and mortals, rejoice! Acheron is back . . . Though Laure has tried to close the lid on her ballet shoes and the feelings she once held for dance since the Palais Garnier incident two months ago, Laure is spinning out. Between partying, drinking, and avoiding anything and, well, everyone, she has no time to be anything but a monster. But when Laure stumbles across a mysterious dead body during one of her nights out, she's forced to notice the cracks stretching beyond herself. Below the streets of Paris, Elysium is dying, and Acheron and Lethe's influence is spilling into the streets like a blight. Laure isn't the only of Elysium's beasts to rise from the ruins of Palais Garnier, and someone is mobilizing an army of monsters with plans greater than Laure, Andor, and Keturah could have ever guessed. While Laure is warring between her wants and Acheron's ever-demanding appetite, she and her circle of monsters are left to reckon with a not-so-simple question: how do you save yourself from oblivion? Jamison Shea's sharp and unflinching voice will bring readers to terrifying new heights in this vicious sequel to the "relentlessly gory and almost euphoric in its embrace of the horrific" (NPR) I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me.
Never Let a Unicorn Wear a Tutu
Celebrate the little dancer in your life this Easter with this hilarious picture book from bestselling author Diane Alber that asks the question: Unicorns can run on RAINBOWS...so why can't they WEAR A TUTU?Even if everyone says "never let a unicorn wear a tutu," one little girl is determined to let her unicorn dance and tutu it up! But unicorns aren't all rainbows and glitter...give them a tutu, and who KNOWS what colorful, magical messes will happen. With bright illustrations that jump off the page and hilarious text, parents, educators, and children ages 4-10 will love this laugh-out-loud story that celebrates the power of creative expression and friendship. This tutu-ally awesome picture book is the perfect read-aloud or gift opportunity for birthdays, bedtime, or any occasion! This TUTU was specifically made FOR A UNICORN! It says so on the tag! So...what could go wrong?Also in the Never Let A series: Never Let a Dinosaur ScribbleNever Let A Unicorn Get SpotsNever Let a Princess PaintNever Let a Unicorn Make Slimeand more!
Counterattack
All midfielder-extraordinaire Teresa Rodriguez wants to do is win a soccer championship with her best friends and celebrate by dancing on the field. However, when her world comes crashing down when her father is deported, Teresa must learn to juggle family responsibility, team leadership, new friendships and her quest to win. The middle-grade trilogy is about a girl's love of soccer, how family and friendships create unbreakable bonds and how a girl and her teammates overcome obstacles on and off the field. The trilogy - COUNTERATTACK, THE COMEBACK and THE LAST CHANCE - follows Teresa and the Tornadoes from summer before seventh grade to rising ninth graders. It's an exhilarating and inspiring sports story set in our complex and troubled times.
Ben Yokoyama and the Cookie of Destiny
A cross-country road trip takes a turn for the weird when 10-year-old Ben discovers a stowaway in the family camper! Hijincks hit the gas as two besties go the distance to save their friendship in this funny, heartfelt middle grade caper. One of Slate's 25 Greatest Picture Books of the Past 25 Years Ben Yokoyama is not moving to California. But his parents seem to think otherwise. It's a great opportunity, they say, never mind that Ben will have to leave his best friend Janet behind--possibly forever. A day into the dreaded cross-country drive, Ben discovers that Janet has secretly stowed away. This is amazing news! Now they can stay friends and start a new life in California. Schemes are hatched, rules are bent, puppies are adopted and bowling alley parking lots set the stage for a brand new pop duo to get their big break. From the husband-and-wife, author-and-illustrator duo that brought you Ben Yokoyama and the Cookie of Doom comes a series finale so epic it will make you want to read the whole thing over again.
The Comeback
In The Comeback, the second book in the middle-grade trilogy, soccer star Teresa Rodriguez, now 13, is still striving for her first soccer championship, but her life now is even more complicated. She struggles with family responsibility; her best friend, Gabby, being shipped to a foster home; and the uncertainty about whether her father will ever return home. Meanwhile, once the season starts, Teresa is the captain as the middle-school Tornadoes tear through the league and Teresa shines. When Teresa's team faces racism on the field, this time she knows how to deal with it. In the end, Teresa may face Gabby in the championship game. How she and Gabby handle this will be the best lesson in friendship either could learn - and may put a new spin on how you define victory.
Hot Wheels Let's Race: Ultimate Garage Takeover
The evil professor is causing trouble in this action-packed storybook based on Hot Wheels Let's Race, as seen on Netflix. Includes two sheets of stickers. When evil Professor Rearview takes over the Ultimate Garage, he plans to destroy it for good. Can the racers stop him before all the awesome Hot Wheels cars go kablooey? Inspired by Hot Wheels, the number one selling toy in the world, Hot Wheels Let's Race is an action-packed comedy series for kids, and follows the newest generation of racers: Coop, Spark, Mac, Brights, Axle, and Sidecar as they attend a racing camp that always puts the pedal to the metal. Through mind-blowing races, extreme stunt contests, and thrill-seeking challenges, Hot Wheels Let's Race is a show that kids and the whole family can enjoy.
Moo Deng Says No!
A funny, cute celebration of the world's first pygmy hippo influencer, Moo Deng, for children ages 2-5. Meet Moo Deng, the world's first pygmy hippo influencer. She's cute, she wants your snacks, and she loves to be the star of the show. Just don't try to sneak anything green into her food or tell her it's time for bed . . . .
Princess Battle Royale
In this action-packed picture book, the fairytale princesses compete in an epic MMA (that's mixed magical arts) tournament and try to defeat the reigning champion, the Swan Princess! Welcome, ladies and gents to the WPW: World Princess Wrestling! Princesses from all over the globe will battle for a chance to be crowned victor and wear the Enchanted Championship Belt. But first, they have to defeat the reigning champ: the baddest bird of the ballet--Swan Princess! Rapunzel the Reaper is up first, but her signature Hair Whiplash is defeated by the Swan Princess' Plie Driver! Next up, we have the Little Mermaid, but she finds herself in her own tail jail. Sleeping Beauty gives it a go and is put in a sleeper hold. Round after round, one princess after another goes down at the wings of the current titleholder. Can anyone take down this Brawny Swan?! It turns out that Little Red has been watching from the sidelines and is ready to activate Wolf Mode and enter the ring. Could this once-overlooked towel girl be the hero that these princesses need? With words by Phaea Crede and illustrations by New York Times bestselling illustrator Jen Hill, this is a thrilling picture book that is filled with puns and is a fresh take on the world's well-known fairytale characters.
It's Too Hot!
Dinner is ready! There's only one problem - it's too hot! The solution? Go on an adventure of course! Join a young boy as he seeks to cool down his favourite meal in any way possible - even if it means journeying to the coldest of locations to do so! A whimsical and imaginative adventure, "It's Too Hot!" is an enjoyable easy read for both children and parents alike who will laugh-out-loud and cheer at the playful representation of all too familiar mealtime antics!
The Fluff From Your Dad's Bellybutton
Did you ever wonder what lies inside your Dad's bellybutton?Join Mia and Emma on their quest to find out what there might be!Come on an inquiry with two sisters with imaginative curiosity to find out what there might be when it comes to understanding their Dad's bellybutton! Nothing? Monsters? An endless black hole? Who knows! This is a fun story in nurturing young children's curiosity and inquiry so that they can understand their world more and more everyday, because no inquiry is a waste of blueberry juice.This is the 7th children's book written and illustrated from author Michael C. F. Cresswell.You can find these other children's book titles from this author: Star and the Mystery of the Missing ClothesHow Did The Cow Go MeowClaire Just Didn't CareThe Girl Who Could Do AnythingGarlic and ChilliWhen a Shoe Chews GlueAbout the AuthorBorn from the rainforest along the Great Barrier Reef on Yidinji country in a land called Oz. Michael has been an international educator and developer of schools spanning nine countries across three continents on Earth. His journey in the fields of development and education has shaped him as an internationally-minded global citizen. His experiences teaching as a university lecturer in the United Kingdom, creating the first international school in Eastern Slovakia and enhancing non-governmental organisations in Viet Nam through the power of education have provided the imagination for publishing children's books.
Some Jeeps
Author Jon Arnold presents a beautifully illustrated children's book, Some Jeeps, in a playful, rhyming adventure that celebrates Jeep life-from mud tires to duck collections-perfect for introducing little ones to the Jeep community.
Moms Gone Silly!
Moms Gone Silly! - A Hilarious Rhyming Picture Book Celebrating Wacky, Wonderful Moms (Perfect for Ages 1-5)Why Parents and Teachers Love This Book: Laugh-Out-Loud Rhymes - Playful, rhythmic text that delights kids and makes reading fun. Vibrant, Engaging Illustrations - Colorful artwork that captures children's imaginations Celebrates Uniqueness - Shows kids it's wonderful to be yourself. Perfect Length - 34 pages ideal for young attention spans. Great Gift Idea - Wonderful for birthdays, holidays, and special occasionsWhat Makes This Book Special: Educational Benefits - Supports early literacy and phonological awareness. Interactive Elements - Encourages kids to point, laugh, and participate. Bonding Experience - Creates cherished moments between parents and children. Teacher-Friendly - Excellent for preschool and kindergarten classrooms Perfect For: Family Reading Time - Makes bedtime stories extra special. Classroom Read-Alouds - Teachers love the engaging rhymes. Gifts - Ideal for birthdays, baby showers, and holidays. Building Early Literacy Skills - Helps develop reading readinessWhy Kids Will Love It: Silly, relatable mom characters. Fun, bouncy rhymes that are easy to remember. Bright, cheerful illustrations on every page. Short, engaging stories perfect for young attention spans.Educational Value: Builds vocabulary and language skills. Develops phonological awareness through rhyme. Encourages creativity and imagination. Promotes positive family relationshipsGift-Giving Occasions: Birthdays, Holidays, Baby Showers, Back-to-School, Mother's Day, Teacher Appreciation.This book is one of the: Funny children's books ages 1-5, best rhyming books for toddlers, interactive picture books for preschoolers, mom-themed kids books, educational story books, preschool learning books, kindergarten readiness books, family bonding activities, unique Mother's Day gifts, teacher recommended books, early childhood literacy, playful bedtime stories, children's humor books.
The Upside Down Girl
From the acclaimed creator of Mary Wears What She Wants and Tough Guys (Have Feelings Too) comes a silly and sly investigation of what happens when one girl dares to do her own thing.Who is the Upside Down Girl?How did she get up there?Most importantly . . . Why is she upside down?This cheeky, charming tale about seeing things from a different perspective is perfect for readers who march to their own kazoo. Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen and Mac Barnett!Perfect for: Classroom and at-home storytimeBuilding confidence and independent-thinkingReaders who like to laugh!Conversations about mindfulness and slowing down
Some Jeeps
Author Jon Arnold presents a beautifully illustrated children's book that is playful, and a rhyming adventure that celebrates Jeep life-from mud tires to duck collections-perfect for introducing little ones to the Jeep community.
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site Sticker & Activity Book
A colorful activity book featuring the beloved characters of the New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series. Includes 100+ stickers! Full speed ahead for construction site fun! Join Excavator, Cement Mixer, Crane Truck, and all the familiar friends from the fan-favorite book series in this construction-themed activity book full of puzzles and games sure to delight little truck lovers. With clever mazes, matching challenges, connect-the-dots, and more, it's the perfect boredom bulldozer for kids who love the big machines that build our world. PACKED WITH ACTIVITIES: This entertaining and engaging book includes connect-the-dots, coloring pages, search-and-find puzzles, word searches, mazes, and more! TWO PAGES OF STICKERS!: More than 100 stickers featuring construction vehicles and fun items found on construction sites can be used inside or outside the book. FEATURES BELOVED CHARACTERS: Fans of the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series will love seeing illustrations of their favorite characters--including Bulldozer, Dump Truck, Kid McGear, and more--as they complete the activities. Perfect for: Kids who love activity booksAnyone fascinated by construction vehiclesParents, grandparents, and gift-givers looking for fun ways to keep kids engagedFans of the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site book series
Lucy's Lost Socks
Lucy's Lost Socks is relatable to all, as we all have the experience of losing socks either in the wash or in the dryer. In Lucy's story her socks are characters who are in a large box where she keeps her missing socks. The socks take on fictional human personalities. The text flows with rhythm with the use of assonance and alliteration to engage a young readership.
Wobblybat & Whirlyball
Wobblybat & Whirlyball is a playful, rhyming picture book that introduces little readers to the joy of cricket-and the even greater joy of learning through every wobble and miss.Wobblybat is a spirited little bat with big dreams but a lot to figure out. Whirlyball, a confident red cricket ball, spins in with advice, encouragement, and cheer.Together, they fumble, giggle, and train through dropped catches and wild swings-until Game Day arrives and Wobblybat finally finds his swing.Full of heart, humour, and movement, this empowering story celebrates resilience, teamwork, and the magic of believing in yourself.Perfect for early readers, budding athletes, and families who love sports with soul.
Construction Site: Dad and His Crew Power Through!
Celebrate Father's Day--or any day with dad--with this sweet tale of a giant wheel loader teaching his little skid steers how to work and play as a team. A heartwarming addition to the New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series! As the sun rises on the construction site, a giant wheel loader rumbles awake. It's time for a busy day of work and play! This wise, patient dad teaches his little ones how to dig, lift, carry, and climb--and, most importantly, how love, teamwork, and plenty of fun make a family. Sherri Duskey Rinker and AG Ford, the author-illustrator team behind many of the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site bestsellers, bring their playful rhyming text and vibrant illustrations to a sweet, timeless tale that celebrates the special connection between fathers and children. BESTSELLING CHILDREN'S BOOK SERIES: Kids and parents love the New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site books. The series' legions of fans will be thrilled to welcome this new story, all about family! GREAT FOR FATHER'S DAY: This sweet story makes an ideal book for Father's Day, birthday gift-giving, or sharing with dad any day. ROLLICKING READ-ALOUD VEHICLES BOOK: Playful, bouncing rhymes make for a tremendously satisfying read-aloud experience, perfect for energetic toddlers who love construction. ENCOURAGES CONNECTION: Dad and His Crew Power Through! celebrates family togetherness as Dad and the kids work, play, and bond on a busy day on the construction site. Perfect for: Young truck, tractor, and construction fansAnyone fascinated by construction vehiclesParents, grandparents, teachers, and librarians looking for engaging, action-packed books on family, team building, and friendshipReaders who love the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Steam Train, Dream Train book series
Let's Play!
Let's Play! encourages children to participate in sports just for the fun of it. Adorable illustrations of all kinds of kids doing all kinds of activities will surely hit a cord with any child. From tennis to football, baseball, basketball, soccer, skateboarding to dancing and more - this book is full of ideas on ways to be physically active.The importance of play should not be underestimated for the physical, emotional, and mental health of a child. Surveys show that 62% of kids don't play sports, and many sports lose kids by age 11 simply because sports are no longer fun. Sports are for everyone - young and old, able-bodied or not. Start young and play for fun.
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories: Deluxe Collector's Edition
Scare yourself silly with this deluxe collector's edition of the #1 bestselling Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories by Jeff Kinney--the international bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series--featuring foil finishes, stenciled edges, a bonus punch-out mask, and more! Grab a flashlight, crawl under the covers, and dive into the twisted, unexpectedly hilarious world of Rowley Jefferson's imagination. You'll meet zombies, vampires, ghosts, and much more in these comically terrifying tales. This deluxe collector's edition makes the perfect gift and includes a host of special features, including: A cover featuring orange foil detailsA cloth spine with foil typeZombie-themed black, orange, and white stenciled edgesA full-color punch-out bat mask, exclusive to this editionRowley's spooky stories might leave you laughing, but beware--you could end up sleeping with the lights on! See the Wimpy Kid World in a whole new way with the #1 bestselling Awesome Friendly books, told from the perspective of Greg Heffley's best friend Rowley Jefferson: Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Beware of the Supermoon: #11
The Astronomy Club is hosting an overnight for the supermoon, but the red and green ninjas have secretly planned a finishing move for Wyatt and a kid makes Chase an offer he can't refuse. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Chapter Books is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
It Sounded Like a Good Idea... (And Other Life Lessons)
It sounded Like a Good Idea... (And Other Life Lessons) is a playful, heartfelt poetry collection that embraces the hilarious, humbling, and occasionally sticky moments of growing up. Whether it's leaping before looking, laughing too loudly in class, or learning a lesson the hard way, these poems remind us that life's messes often come with meaning.Aimed at young readers (but secretly written for anyone who's ever been a kid), this book invites everyone to laugh, reflect, and feel seen-no matter their age or background. Through humor and honesty, it celebrates the beautiful, bumbling process of becoming ourselves.And don't forget to keep your eyes peeled! A curious little puppy is hidden in each poem's illustration-and even on the book cover. See if you can spot it as youread!
Scavengers: #7
Chase's cousin Zoe is running for school president, and in the midst of helping her prep, a group of students called the Scavengers are wreaking havoc on Chase for turning down their invitation. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Chapter Books is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
