My Babysitter Goes Bats
"Hodgman's writing style is excellent, building suspense chapter after chapter.... This is a good read, and kids will love it." -School Library JournalMY BABYSITTER GOES BATSVAMPIRE VACATIONMeg Swain and her family are staying at a creepy old inn in the weird country of Drazylvonia. Her family's on vacation-but Meg's on a mission. It's nothing too complicated:  She just has to pick a sprig of death's-head thyme and deliver it to a vampire at nearby Castle Vladestan!Meg would rather be skiing. But if she doesn't complete her errand, her blood-sucking ex-babysitter, Vincent Graver, has sworn that she will be the next vampire in Drazylvonia....Now Meg, her friend Voldar, and "batboy," an injured baby bat who needs her help, are heading for the vampire castle-on the most dangerous adventure of their lives!The fifth book in the My Babysitter Is a Vampire series.Illustration by John PierardCover illustration by Jeffrey Lindberg
My Babysitter Flies By Night
"Hodgman's writing style is excellent, building suspense chapter after chapter.... This is a good read, and kids will love it." -School Library JournalMY BABYSITTER FLIES BY NIGHTHOME SCARY HOMESummer is over and Meg Swain is back at school, far from Moose Island and the threat of Vincent, her vampire ex-babysitter. Everything is back to normal-or so she thinks.She hasn't counted on the weird force that invades her home, dropping dishes, knocking on walls, sending pictures crashing to the floor. Or on Volder, the new foreign exchange student, with his pale white skin and pointed teeth. Even Brooke, her best friend, is behaving strangely. Then Meg is attached by a giant bat.... Who is after Meg? Is it Vincent the vampire, back (once more) from the dead? Or has she made a new-and secret-enemy?The eerie sequel to My Babysitter Is a Vampire, My Babysitter Has Fangs and My Babysitter Bites Again.Illustration by John PierardCover illustration by Jeffrey Lindberg
My Babysitter Has Fangs
MY BABYSITTER HAS FANGSREVENGE OF THE VAMPIREAfter last year's spooky summer on Moose Island, Meg Swain believes that Vincent the vampire is gone for good. But that's before the black sand washes up on the beach from nowhere, and before Meg finds a strange ring with a glowing red stone. When her new neighbor Kelly Pitts, alias Pittsy, starts dating a mysterious boy named Victor Grable, Meg gets a strong feeling that her coffin-carrying teenage babysitter has returned! Could he really be back-and is he turning Pittsy into a vampire too?It's up to Meg and her friend Jack to save the island from an angry vampire and to send him-at last-to his timely end! Illustrations by John Pierard Cover illustration by Jeffrey Lindberg
The Prot矇g矇e
A working-class young woman would kill to become assistant to Paris's top modiste, but she must first seek vengeance against those responsible for the death of her family, in this thrilling historical horror from New York Times bestselling author Erica Ridley! Eighteen-year-old Ang矇lique dreams of designing opulent gowns for society's elite, but her reality is a life spent dyeing silk in a sweatshop. That is, until tragedy strikes, leaving her orphaned and responsible for her younger sister. Determined to elevate their station, Ang矇lique secures a position as a junior dressmaker for Paris's top modiste. Though she's tormented by other seamstresses for being poor, and her meager salary barely pays rent, she refuses to give in. When a high-stakes contest for a coveted prot矇g矇e role is announced, Ang矇lique will do whatever is necessary to win--even if it means resorting to deadly measures. What's a little arsenic between coworkers? As Ang矇lique outshines--and outlives--the competition, her newfound privilege and power are weaponized against those who destroyed her family. Will she conquer the world of high fashion to claim her rightful place as Paris's best designer, or will the cost of ambition be too high?
Saving Thornwood
In the cemetery at Thornwood Asylum, two girls meet when a door between the 19th and 21st centuries miraculously opens. In 2022, Annie Blake's world is shattered when her father suffers a psychotic break and ends up in Thornwood Hospital. Annie's father, an architect and activist, is trying to save Thornwood from developers who want to bulldoze the historic site and deprive the community of a vital mental health resource. Desperate to help her father, Annie struggles to find proof that a famous reformer was once incarcerated there. In 1856, Mary Donovan and her younger brother are separated when they're committed to Thornwood Lunatic Asylum. Mary fights to find her brother and escape, but is caught and suffers abusive treatment from staff, until the director of the asylum takes her under his wing. Dr. Jonathan Blackwell plans to groom Mary as his "success story" to help build his reputation in exchange for allowing Mary to see her brother. When both girls are driven to their breaking points, they flee to Thornwood cemetery where the border between their worlds opens and they encounter each other face to face. Can they find a way to trust and help each other before time runs out?
The Adventures of Mrs. Crockess and Ivy
Mrs. Crockess and her best friend, Ivy, are in a race against time to reach the music shop before it closes...but there's a problem. Mrs. Crockess has no pockets to carry her ever-growing listof essentials! With inventiveness and teamwork, this dynamic duo will find ways to tackle one quirky challenge after another.Will their clever thinking and unbreakable friendship see them through, or will they miss their chance to rock out? Perfect for giggling kids and their grown-ups, The Adventures of Mrs. Crockess and Ivy: No Pockets? No Problem! is a delightful tale of persistence, problem-solving, and the magic of friendship.
Saving Thornwood
In the cemetery at Thornwood Asylum, two girls meet when a door between the 19th and 21st centuries miraculously opens. In 2022, Annie Blake's world is shattered when her father suffers a psychotic break and ends up in Thornwood Hospital. Annie's father, an architect and activist, is trying to save Thornwood from developers who want to bulldoze the historic site and deprive the community of a vital mental health resource. Desperate to help her father, Annie struggles to find proof that a famous reformer was once incarcerated there. In 1856, Mary Donovan and her younger brother were separated when they were committed to Thornwood Lunatic Asylum. Mary fights to find her brother and escape but is caught and suffers abusive treatment from staff, until the director of the asylum takes her under his wing. Dr. Jonathan Blackwell plans to groom Mary as his "success story" to help build his reputation in exchange for allowing Mary to see her brother. When both girls are driven to their breaking points, they flee to Thornwood cemetery, where the border between their worlds opens, and they encounter each other face to face. Can they find a way to trust and help each other before time runs out?
Busted
Jonah knows the culture in the hockey dressing room needs to change. Play fights after practice are one thing, but when Jonah sees a player get seriously hurt and accidentally films the fight, he's put in a tough position. While he's thinking about how to handle it, his sister finds the video on his phone and sends it to Drake, the team's most volatile player, and the one who enjoys the locker room fights the most. Now Jonah is panicking. What happens if the coach or the players' parents see the video and recognize anyone? Will it jeopardize the team's participation in a big inter-city tournament coming up next month? Plus, Drake is furious and is threatening to punish the person who filmed the fight. As the team continues to practice and play, everyone feels the tension, on and off the ice. This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
The Curse of Heartwood Academy
Fifteen-year-old Allie Lau is not excited to attend Heartwood Academy, a posh boarding school deep in a remote forest. Subject to the whims of senior students, Allie faces an initiation ritual called the test, which requires her and other new students to spend the entire night in the forest. The senior students warn that a ghost lurks in the woods, preying on those who trespass. Allie braves the test, but when she accidentally kicks over a gravestone in an overgrown burial site, she finds herself pursued by some kind of zombie. This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading-level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Slice of Cherry
Perfect for fans of Lisa Frankenstein and Bones and All, this "brutally beautiful" (Cassandra Clare) coming-of-rage horror novel about girl villains and monstrosity follows two sisters...and their growing body count--now with a brand-new look! Kit and Fancy Cordelle are sisters of the best kind: best friends, confidantes, and accomplices. Daughters of the infamous Bonesaw Killer, Kit and Fancy are used to feeling like outsiders, and that's just the way they like it. But in their otherworldly East Texan town, where the weird and wild run rampant, they are hardly the oddest or most dangerous creatures around. Despite their mother's efforts to curtail their worst impulses, Kit and Fancy eventually give into their deepest, most secret desire--the desire to kill. What starts as a fascination with slicing open and stitching up quickly spirals into a gratifying murder spree. Of course, the sisters aren't killing just anyone--only the people who truly deserve it. But the girls have learned from the mistakes of their father and know that any shred of evidence could get them caught. So when Fancy stumbles upon a gateway into another world, she opens a door to the perfect body disposal...and to endless possibilities.
Unfunny Bunny
From the beloved longest-tenured cast member of Saturday Night Live, Kenan Thompson, comes a hilarious new picture book perfect for fans of Jory John and Grumpy Monkey. Tomorrow is Bunny's first day of school, and everything is going to be perfect. All he wants is to be the funniest kid in class and make everyone else laugh. But when Bunny gets there, his jokes fall flat. What's an UNfunny bunny to do? This laugh-out-loud tale about unexpected friendship and pursuing your dreams is a silly, lighthearted read-aloud stuffed with 30 "unfunny" jokes that are sure to send readers of all ages into fits of giggles.
The Little Haitian Girl
When Scarlet is chosen to go first for show and tell, she proudly shares something special-her Haitian flag. As her classmates ask questions, Scarlet takes them on a journey through her summer trip to Haiti, describing the bright blue ocean, delicious food, and precious moments with her family. Scarlet's stories bring Haiti to life and the love she has for her heritage.Told through the curious and innocent eyes of a child, "The Little Haitian Girl" is a heartwarming picture book that celebrates cultural identity, family bonds, and the joy of learning about the world. Perfect for young readers, this story encourages curiosity, diversity, and pride in one's roots.Filled with colorful illustrationsHas easy to read texts that will entertain your young readersA great tool for both teachers and parentsFit for children aged 5 to 10 Kids learn how to respect differencesA great read-aloud book for curious young minds
Never Take Your Rhino on a Plane
A zany picture book packed with rhythm, rhyme, and rambunctiousness about the nonsense you might expect if you take your pet rhino on a plane. For fans of Mo Willems's Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus and Aaron Blabey's Piranhas Don't Eat Bananas.You can take him on a ship, hail a taxi for the trip, waltz him gladly to the car or to the train--but absolutely never believe it safe or clever to take your rhinoceros on a plane. A cautionary tale about the daredevil stunts and embarrassing antics you will face when traveling with your pet rhinoceros. From the security line to the luggage carousel, there is no hope for a relaxing trip or in-flight movie in this hilarious picture book. Young readers will laugh at the silliness and fun illustrations, while their caregivers will recognize the humor and perhaps even relate to the wild ride that ensues.With expressive, laugh-out-loud illustrations by Isabel Roxas and lyrical writing by K. E. Lewis that pays homage to nonsense poetry, Never Take Your Rhino on a Plane is a perfect read-aloud pick.
Under Ninja, Volume 6
After Kurou thought he had begun to clean up Kodan High the Under Ninja begin to make their move. And if you thought the government agents in this school were tough, the UN is a whole other story. They are well trained ninja with an agenda and access to modern weaponry. And they are ready to settle the score without any concern for collateral damage.
Don’t Shake This Book
Uh-oh... I think someone shook this book!All the words and pictures have fallen out!Join Arthur and his friends as they journey through the book to figure out what went wrong-and where all the missing pieces have gone.Are the words and pictures still in the book?Have they been lost forever?Were they eaten by a book monster?Turn the page and find out!
Great Grandma Says, ”Some things you can’t buy!”
Our heroine wonders about what her great grandma means when she tells her, "Some things you can't buy! It doesn't matter how hard you try!" And so, she goes about telling everyone she knows what Great Grandma said to see if they can tell her what her great grandma meant. (And she begins with her friend, the elephant!) Think about what you would tell our heroine as you go traveling through this fun, 'learn to read' book that is filled with word recognition, and word repetition and rhyme, all of which will help you build your reading word vocabulary and improve your reading skills!Written for kids (in extra-large print to enable young eyes to easily see) by award winning author, attorney and former teacher, Penelope Dyan, who has two of her fun-filled 'learn to read' books in the Saison Poetry Library, on Level 5, of the Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre, London, UK, chosen by the UK Arts Council, this book, is meant to show kids they can have fun with learning; because (as everyone knows) if kids don't have fun learning, they won't love to learn!And as an added bonus (of fun and learning) kids can go to the Bellissimavideo YouTube channel; and they can watch the free, fun music video that goes with this book! And then they can have even more learning fun!
The World's Worst Superheroes
The World's Worst Superheroes, from Children's author David Walliams.When is the queen not just the queen? When she is WONDERQUEEN! KAPOW! Is that an especially large bird? Is it a weirdly small plane? No: it's THUNDERHOUND! BLAM! When her schoolteachers turn into deadly dinosaurs, who can possibly stop them? Why, DINO-KID, of course! ROAR!
Ava Lin, Super-Duper Happy
A school walkathon! A visit from Popo! Six-year-old Ava's week has SUPER potential--with just a few snags along the way--in this spot-on third adventure in Vicky Fang's warm, funny chapter book series. Ava Lin is in first grade, and she's really good at dancing, making up games, and finding treasure. This week she's super-duper excited, because it's going to be the BEST WEEK EVER. First, her popo--Chinese for grandmother--is coming to visit, and Ava can't wait to show off the special acorn, button, Post-it note, hair clip, and inside part of a marker that she found on the school playground. And second, this Sunday is the school walkathon. If Ava and her best friend, Kushi, manage to walk twenty-five laps, they will each earn a gold medal! But the week doesn't go exactly to plan--like when Popo mistakes Ava's treasures for trash, or when Ava discovers that fundraising for a walkathon is not quite as easy as she had hoped. Is there a way to make this week a super-duper happy one regardless?
Tristan’s Big Tryout
Tristan has a big dream-making his school's basketball team. With tryouts just days away, he commits to practicing day and night, determined to improve his skills. Armed with his basketball, a hoop in his backyard, and a notebook to track progress, he pushes himself to dribble, shoot, and pass with precision. With the encouragement of his best friend, Sarah, and the wise words of his father, Tristan learns that success comes from dedication and hard work. As tryout day arrives, he steps onto the court, ready to prove himself. Will his effort be enough? Tristan's Big Tryout is an inspiring story about perseverance, teamwork, and the power of believing in oneself.
Row, Row, Row Your Boat
Are you ready to go places happily in your boat? Explore other feelings, too. In creative, rhyming verse, Karen E Ball brings you delightful adventure in the lake, in the ocean, and even down a water fall. Find a variety of watercraft on every bright and colourful two page illustrations. Be content, be brave, be surprised! Read it. Sing it, Share it. Do it again!
Ava Lin, Super-Duper Happy
A school walkathon! A visit from Popo! Six-year-old Ava's week has SUPER potential--with just a few snags along the way--in this spot-on third adventure in Vicky Fang's warm, funny chapter book series. Ava Lin is in first grade, and she's really good at dancing, making up games, and finding treasure. This week she's super-duper excited, because it's going to be the BEST WEEK EVER. First, her popo--Chinese for grandmother--is coming to visit, and Ava can't wait to show off the special acorn, button, Post-it note, hair clip, and inside part of a marker that she found on the school playground. And second, this Sunday is the school walkathon. If Ava and her best friend, Kushi, manage to walk twenty-five laps, they will each earn a gold medal! But the week doesn't go exactly to plan--like when Popo mistakes Ava's treasures for trash, or when Ava discovers that fundraising for a walkathon is not quite as easy as she had hoped. Is there a way to make this week a super-duper happy one regardless?
Tristan’s Big Tryout
Tristan has a big dream-making his school's basketball team. With tryouts just days away, he commits to practicing day and night, determined to improve his skills. Armed with his basketball, a hoop in his backyard, and a notebook to track progress, he pushes himself to dribble, shoot, and pass with precision. With the encouragement of his best friend, Sarah, and the wise words of his father, Tristan learns that success comes from dedication and hard work. As tryout day arrives, he steps onto the court, ready to prove himself. Will his effort be enough? Tristan's Big Tryout is an inspiring story about perseverance, teamwork, and the power of believing in oneself.
Pig-Sty High
When Jason Wisniewski moves to Piggottsville, Arkansas, to start his teaching career, he never expected to find a town so much in need of a pick-me-up. Taking on the role of history teacher and football coach, Jason quickly realizes that he may have bitten off more than he can chew. Even the people in the community see the high school as a joke, and their attitude is rubbing off on the misfit students of Piggottsville High.But sometimes, it takes just one person to believe that a pig can fly before it will. Determined to turn things around for his new hometown, Jason decides to take on the impossible-with the help of the God of the impossible. As he sets about on changing things for the better, Jason will have to face his own fears and deal with an unlikely lot of football players, who may not be winners but can certainly tell you a thing or two about pigs!In a world focused on negative things, Pig-Sty High brings humor into some serious topics and helps the reader to lighten up a little bit when things get tough.
The Impossible Trials of Benjamiah Creek
Benjamiah returns to a much-changed Wreathenwold in this spooky, illustrated second book in the #1 New York Times bestselling middle grade trilogy perfect for fans of Phillip Pullman and A.F. Steadman. In the months since Benjamiah returned from his adventure in Wreathenwold, he has been dying to return to those labyrinthine streets. Desperate to find anything that will bring him to the impossible magic, the Minotaur, and most of all, his best--and only--friend Elizabella, he looks through his mother's things and finds a strange witchstone mask that leads him back. The only problem? Once the mask is on, it won't come off. But Wreathenwold is not how Benjamiah left it. Nor are Elizabella and her father where he left them. Worse still, children have been disappearing, and no one knows where they are or who has been taking them. Benjamiah has to find Elizabella and, with the help of two new companions, undertake a series of magical trials to remove his mask and save the missing children of Wreathenwold before Midsommer ends and they are all lost forever.
The Prom Queen
The inspiration behind the movie coming to Netflix in Fall 2025! When prom queen candidates start turning up dead, it's a race against the clock to find the culprit in this classic Fear Street title from master of horror R.L. Stine. It's 1988 in Shadyside. A spring night, soft moonlight, five beautiful prom queen candidates, dancing couples at the high school prom--these should be the makings of a perfect, romantic night. But Lizzie McVay realizes someone is brutally killing the prom queen candidates one by one and she may be next on the list. Can she stop the murderer before the big dance is over...for good?
The Hardy Boys
The Missing Chums is volume 4 in the original The Hardy Boys Mystery Stories published by Grosset & Dunlap. The book ranks 108th on Publishers Weekly's All-Time Bestselling Children's Book List for the United States, with 1,189,973 copies sold as of 2001.The Hardy Boys, brothers Frank and Joe Hardy, are fictional characters who appear in a series of mystery novels for young readers. The series revolves around teenage amateur sleuths solving cases that often stumped their adult counterparts. The characters were created by American writer Edward Stratemeyer, the founder of book packaging firm Stratemeyer Syndicate. The books were written by several ghostwriters, most notably Leslie McFarlane, under the collective pseudonym Franklin W. Dixon.The plot concerns the disappearance of the Boys' chums, Chet and Biff, when they take a motorboat trip down the coast. When Frank and Joe finally find them, they are all captured. In the end, they triumph over the bad guys on mysterious Blacksnake Island.
The Impossible Trials of Benjamiah Creek
Benjamiah returns to a much-changed Wreathenwold in this spooky, illustrated second book in the #1 New York Times bestselling middle grade trilogy perfect for fans of Phillip Pullman and A.F. Steadman. In the months since Benjamiah returned from his adventure in Wreathenwold, he has been dying to return to those labyrinthine streets. Desperate to find anything that will bring him to the impossible magic, the Minotaur, and most of all, his best--and only--friend Elizabella, he looks through his mother's things and finds a strange witchstone mask that leads him back. The only problem? Once the mask is on, it won't come off. But Wreathenwold is not how Benjamiah left it. Nor are Elizabella and her father where he left them. Worse still, children have been disappearing, and no one knows where they are or who has been taking them. Benjamiah has to find Elizabella and, with the help of two new companions, undertake a series of magical trials to remove his mask and save the missing children of Wreathenwold before Midsommer ends and they are all lost forever.
Falling Star
CRASH LANDING IN A BOOKSTORE NEAR YOU! From the creator of Hidden Gem and Sour Apple comes a new out-of-this-world picture book about a star who loses their shine from the pressures of over-achieving.Being the star that people wish on is demanding work! And when the burden of performing becomes too much to bear, even celestial bodies take a hit. As a star falls from their sky-high position, their self-esteem takes a real nosedive. But a lift from an unlikely source gives this star a new purpose, along with the courage to glow again.
Un-Wanted
From the creators of I'm Not Missing, Bumble the dog's life is turned upside down when his investigation into a mysterious, UNWANTED visitor uncovers his new sibling - a cat! Will they fight like cats and dogs, or will Bumble learn that his little sister is the cat's pajamas? I don't want to sound paranoid, but I swear something's been watching me. After his adventure running away, life has been going wonderfully for Bumble the dog since coming home. Well, at least it was, until some strange things start to happen. Hairballs litter the house, scratch marks are appearing everywhere, and Bumble is sure someone's been watching his every move. Who could this mysterious intruder be? Find out in this hilarious picture book by the author/illustrator team that brought you Poe and Lars and I'm Not Missing!
Family!
Our heroine wonders about what her mother means when her mother tells her, "Family matters!" And so, she goes about telling everyone she knows what her mother said to see if they can tell her what her mother meant. (And she begins with her friend, the elephant!) Think about what you would tell our heroine as you go traveling through this fun, 'learn to read' book that is filled with word recognition, and word repetition and rhyme, all of which will help you build your reading word vocabulary and improve your reading skills!Written especially for kids (in extra-large print to enable young eyes to easily see) by award winning author, attorney and former teacher, Penelope Dyan, who has two of her fun-filled 'learn to read' books in the Saison Poetry Library, on Level 5, Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre, London, UK, chosen by the UK Arts Council, this book, is meant to show kids they can have fun with learning; because (as everyone knows) if kids don't have fun learning, they won't love to learn!And as an added bonus (of fun and learning) kids can go to the Bellissimavideo YouTube channel; and they can watch the free, fun music video that goes with this book! And then they can have even more learning fun!
AVI the Ambulance Goes to the Beach
Avi the Ambulance is back in this fourth book of the beloved series about emergency vehicles in Israel. This gentle story centers the importance of teamwork and appreciating the different skills and abilities we all bring to our work and relationships. For readers ages 4-7.Avi the Ambulance was excited to go to the beach and meet his partner Zach's friend Esti. Esti has a new ambulance partner, and Avi loves to make new friends. After making sure his tires are nice and full of air, Avi and Zach head out along the busy streets of Israel.When they arrive at the beach, Avi is confused to meet Noah. Noah is a boat in the lake, but he says he's an ambulance like Avi. But Noah doesn't have tires, so Noah can't drive through Israel to bring people to the hospital. How can Noah be an ambulance when he doesn't look like Avi?
Lizzy’s Tail
A small, plush horse learns what it means to be real when a little girl chooses her and takes her home. Through adventures and accidents, Lizzy the horse becomes real to her little girl, Carrie, even though she is still a toy.
Adventure USA - OHIO! The Mystery of the Mound
After days of heavy rain, eleven-year-old twins Josh and Lizzie Parker, and their travel-blogging parents arrive at the Jacksons' home in Welshburg, Ohio, an area famous for ancient mounds. Their son, thirteen-year-old William, a prize-winning rock hound, is a candidate for The Ohio State University's All-Star Science Camp, a prestigious program he's longed to attend. But recently, William has lost all interest in rocks, and now he's into soccer, playing striker, with disastrous results. Josh suspects the cruel taunts of Brady Yoder, a neighborhood bully, are responsible. Suddenly, the twins learn of a golf course development deal that could endanger the historic area. The Yoders can't wait to sell their land to developers, and the sale seems certain to succeed. Occasionally, rain reveals artifacts long hidden near mounds, and the treasure-hunting twins hope a discovery might rekindle William's interest in rocks and disrupt the deal. But who else is looking for treasure, and what other surprises does the land hold?Readers aged 8-14 years old will relish this exciting mystery set in Central Ohio. Strong characters who overcome bullies, stand up for the environment, and bravely forge their own path forward will entice readers of every age, including reluctant readers, parents, and educators.
Lone Wolf on Vacation
Oscar the Grouch meets Frog & Toad in this hilarious illustrated early reader series about a cranky wolf on a quest to be left alone. Wolf is excited for a peaceful, refreshing vacation: There, there'll be nobody he knows. Nobody he doesn't know. Nobody to bother him at all. Total relaxation. But from a sing-along bus ride to a broken elevator to a hotel room snafu, Wolf can't seem to catch a break. And worst of all, some familiar old characters have somehow chosen the same dream destination. Will Wolf ever find solitude? Maybe the best vacation is a trip to an all-too-familiar place . . . Move over, Elephant & Piggie! For readers who have had enough of the buddy duos, for kids who'd rather play by themselves--Wolf is the antihero you've been waiting for. Lone Wolf On Vacation is another hilarious early reader starring the completely lovable, chronically grumpy Wolf, a character who affirms kids who fly solo better than with friends. Kids who are beginning to read on their own won't be able to get enough of Kiah Thomas's sarcastic stories, perfect whether read alone or out loud, and K-Fai Steele's laugh-out-loud illustrations will give any kid, no matter their reading level, a new favorite series. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Forest School: The Moonlit Campout
Deep in the woods, the friends are gathering. It's time for Forest School. Join Mouse, Squirrel, Fox, and Rabbit for a little Forest School adventure. Out in the woods, they can learn about wildlife, try something new, get creative, and--of course--make friends! Today they are learning all about camping. Embracing the Forest School focus on play and exploration, and written with an expert consultant, this series will have little ones itching to get outdoors and have adventures of their own.
Diggy / Excavador
Meet Diggy, a hardworking little excavator with a big job and a big-hearted driver-now in a bilingual English-Spanish edition! Every day, Diggy digs. He scoops and lifts, clears and hauls, making way for new things to grow. Driven by a friendly bear, Diggy works hard but always has fun along the way. With vibrant illustrations and simple text presented in both English and Spanish, Diggy / Excavador is a delightful picture book that introduces young readers to construction fun while supporting early language development. Perfect for bilingual families, classrooms, and young truck lovers learning either English or Spanish! Ideal for ages 3-6.
Diggy
Meet Diggy-a cheerful little excavator with a big job and a big-hearted driver! Every day, Diggy digs. He scoops and lifts, clears and hauls, making way for new things to grow. Driven by a friendly bear, Diggy works hard but never forgets to have fun. With bold illustrations and simple, rhythmic text, this charming picture book celebrates teamwork, determination, and the joy of getting the job done. Perfect for preschoolers and young truck enthusiasts, Diggy is a delightful read-aloud for fans of construction vehicles and cuddly characters alike. Ideal for ages 3-6.If your little boy loves dump trucks, diggers, and building fun, Diggy is sure to be a treat! For fans of "Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site," and "Where do Diggers Sleep at Night."
Pig-Sty High
When Jason Wisniewski moves to Piggottsville, Arkansas, to start his teaching career, he never expected to find a town so much in need of a pick-me-up. Taking on the role of history teacher and football coach, Jason quickly realizes that he may have bitten off more than he can chew. Even the people in the community see the high school as a joke, and their attitude is rubbing off on the misfit students of Piggottsville High.But sometimes, it takes just one person to believe that a pig can fly before it will. Determined to turn things around for his new hometown, Jason decides to take on the impossible-with the help of the God of the impossible. As he sets about on changing things for the better, Jason will have to face his own fears and deal with an unlikely lot of football players, who may not be winners but can certainly tell you a thing or two about pigs!In a world focused on negative things, Pig-Sty High brings humor into some serious topics and helps the reader to lighten up a little bit when things get tough.
The Academy V: Cup of Nations
Now a New York Times bestselling series! Leo has become a star in the Youth Premier League and one of the brightest young soccer players in the world. But he faces his greatest challenge yet when he joins his junior national team and tries to lead an underdog soccer squad from the United States to victory in the greatest tournament of all for his age group: the U15 Cup of Nations.Unlike the Lewisham Knights, Leo's national team doesn't have a roster full of Premier League talent. Plus the team has terrible chemistry and very little time to improve.The stakes have never been higher. The United States is the host nation, and the pressure is on to make a good showing. Will Leo and his team flame out in the group stage and disappoint their country?Or can Leo become a true leader and bring his team together?The inspiring, action-packed fifth book in The Academy series is perfect for young readers 7-13 and sports fans of all ages. Keep score with the other books in The Academy series: The Academy The Academy II: The Journey ContinuesThe Academy III: Tournament of ChampionsThe Academy IV: Title Fight
Great Grandma Says, ”Have faith in yourself!”
Our heroine wonders about what her great grandma means when she tells her, "Have faith in yourself!" And so, she goes about telling everyone she knows what Great Grandma said to see if they can tell her what her great grandma meant. (And she begins with her friend, the elephant!) Think about what you would tell our heroine as you go traveling through this fun, 'learn to read' book that is filled with word recognition, and word repetition and rhyme, all of which will help you build your reading word vocabulary and improve your reading skills!Written especially for kids (in extra-large print to enable young eyes to easily see) by award winning author, attorney and former teacher, Penelope Dyan, who has two of her fun-filled 'learn to read' books in the Saison Poetry Library, on Level 5, Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre, London, UK, chosen by the UK Arts Council, this book, is meant to show kids they can have fun with learning; because (as everyone knows) if kids don't have fun learning, they won't love to learn!And as an added bonus (of fun and learning) kids can go to the Bellissimavideo YouTube channel; and they can watch the free, fun music video that goes with this book! And then they can have even more learning fun!
Lone Wolf Goes to the Library
Oscar the Grouch meets Frog & Toad in this hilarious illustrated early reader series about a cranky wolf on a quest to be left alone. Wolf's library book is overdue, and the librarian says if it's not returned today, he will never ever be able to check a book out again. Wolf loves books. He can't let this happen. Even worse: the book is due by the end of story time. Story time means tons of children having noisy fun. Can Wolf get to the library in time while avoiding his nemeses--other people--and preserve both his books . . . and his sanity? Move over, Elephant & Piggie! For readers who have had enough of the buddy duos, for kids who'd rather play by themselves--Wolf is the antihero you've been waiting for. Lone Wolf Goes to the Library is another hilarious early reader starring the completely lovable, chronically grumpy Wolf, a character who affirms kids who fly solo better than with friends. Kids who are beginning to read on their own won't be able to get enough of Kiah Thomas's sarcastic stories, perfect whether read alone or out loud, and K-Fai Steele's laugh-out-loud illustrations will give any kid, no matter their reading level, a new favorite series. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionA Kirkus Reviews Best Middle-Grade Book of the YearOne of Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best Books
Judgy Bunny and the Terrible Beach
From the bestselling author of Attack of the Underwear Dragon comes the hilarious picture book introduction to Judgy Bunny, who thinks every new experience is THE WORST. Especially if she wasn't invited. Or if she might not be good at it. Or if it just looks awesome... er, terrible, that is.For this judgy bunny, nothing's worse than a day at the beach. The sun? Too bright. That view of the blue sky and gleaming sand? Awful. Sand castles? Ugh. Ice cream? Yucky.Yep. Everything is TERRIBLE. It has to be, right? There's no way she could EVER have a good time. Not with the inexplicably friendly bunny who's offered to fly kites with her, or the ice cream cone that possibly isn't a flavor she detests, or boogie boarding, which she actually... isn't bad at ! Okay. MAYBE it's fun. But she'll be the judge of that.
