Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book #13:The Meltdown
An instant #1 USA Today, New York Times, and Wall Street Journal bestseller! When snow shuts down Greg Heffley's middle school, his neighborhood transforms into a wintry battlefield. Rival groups fight over territory, build massive snow forts, and stage epic snowball fights. And in the crosshairs are Greg and his trusty best friend, Rowley Jefferson. It's a fight for survival as Greg and Rowley navigate alliances, betrayals, and warring gangs in a neighborhood meltdown. When the snow clears, will Greg and Rowley emerge as heroes? Or will they even survive to see another day?
Tallulah’s Ice Skates
Tallulah heads out into a winter wonderland to go ice skating and finds out that having fun is sometimes more important than being the best, in this new, snowy addition to the popular Tallulah series.Tallulah is an accomplished ballerina, but she also loves to skate. After all, skating's a lot like ballet--challenging, graceful, and glamorous.Tallulah is positive that with some hard work, she and her friend Kacie will be just as good on the ice as they are at dance. They'll be Super Skaters! But Kacie doesn't want to rehearse fancy moves; she wants to have fun. So Tallulah practices by herself.That is, until an encounter with a talented boy, which ends with an embarrassing mishap. Then Tallulah begins to realize that sometimes having fun is more important than being the best, a needed message for today's goal-oriented, busy kids.
The Meltdown
An instant #1 USA Today, New York Times, and Wall Street Journal bestseller! When snow shuts down Greg Heffley's middle school, his neighborhood transforms into a wintry battlefield. Rival groups fight over territory, build massive snow forts, and stage epic snowball fights. And in the crosshairs are Greg and his trusty best friend, Rowley Jefferson. It's a fight for survival as Greg and Rowley navigate alliances, betrayals, and warring gangs in a neighborhood meltdown. When the snow clears, will Greg and Rowley emerge as heroes? Or will they even survive to see another day? Collect all the books in the #1 bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series: Diary of a Wimpy Kid (#1) Rodrick Rules (#2) The Last Straw (#3) Dog Days (#4) The Ugly Truth (#5) Cabin Fever (#6) The Third Wheel (#7) Hard Luck (#8) The Long Haul (#9) Old School (#10) Double Down (#11) The Getaway (#12) The Meltdown (#13) Wrecking Ball (#14) The Deep End (#15) Big Shot (#16) Diper ?verl繹de (#17) No Brainer (#18) Hot Mess (#19) Partypooper (#20) 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
Meet the Pops
The Pops family harvests yummy lollipops, fresh candy corn, and a variety of other sweet treats on their unique farm. Herds of strawberry and chocolate milk cows and cotton-candy sheep roam the countryside. Peppermint-striped bass and ginger snapping turtles bask in the sugar-sweet stream that flows through the property, the secret ingredient behind the Pops' farm. This week, they are preparing to host a special guest, Santa Claus. Each year he visits their farm in Yummyville to fill his sleigh full of treats just before he makes his long Christmas journey. Everyone has a job to do. But the cotton-candy sheep's naughty side comes out, and they keep getting into trouble just before Santa's arrival. Through the adventures of the Pops family, this third book in the series teaches children about values and good behavior such as being responsible, truthfulness and sharing, in an entertaining way.
Special Kitty
Children's books are usually written by adults who have to work at adopting a child's point of view: "Special Kitty" does this effortlessly, because the author is a child herself! It was conceived and composed by Rada Mitra in her pre-school classroom. The original notebook-and-photograph version proved popular with her classmates, so her parents decided to share it with other children. The illustrations, featuring interiors and exteriors on a fall/winter day, are lovingly drawn by Rada's artist mother Tatiana Mitra, with Rada making some contributions as well. It is the story of the adventures of a toy kitten who feels alone at home on a school day, and searches for its little mistress, reuniting at the end of the day. Children will love this beautifully illustrated book which sees the world through a child's eyes.
Patina
A newbie to the track team, Patina must learn to rely on her teammates as she tries to outrun her personal demons in this New York Times bestselling follow-up to the National Book Award finalist Ghost by New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds. Ghost. Lu. Patina. Sunny. Four kids from wildly different backgrounds with personalities that are explosive when they clash. But they are also four kids chosen for an elite middle school track team--a team that could qualify them for the Junior Olympics if they can get their acts together. They all have a lot to lose, but they also have a lot to prove, not only to each other, but to themselves. Patina, or Patty, runs like a flash. She runs for many reasons--to escape the taunts from the kids at the fancy-schmancy new school she's been sent to ever since she and her little sister had to stop living with their mom. She runs from the reason WHY she's not able to live with her "real" mom anymore: her mom has The Sugar, and Patty is terrified that the disease that took her mom's legs will one day take her away forever. And so Patty's also running for her mom, who can't. But can you ever really run away from any of this? As the stress builds, it's building up a pretty bad attitude as well. Coach won't tolerate bad attitude. No day, no way. And now he wants Patty to run relay...where you have to depend on other people? How's she going to do THAT?
Reindeer of the Year
Join Santa and his sleigh squad in this hilarious new title, as they prance and preen to find out who wins Reindeer of the Year.With innovative two-way sequin patches on every spread, young readers will love getting involved in the sparkly showdown.
Night of the Living Zombie Bugs
Book 3 in the Speed Bump and Slingshot Misadventures illustrated chapter book series starring two slacker friends on a frightful odyssey through a zombie-filled forest! Speed Bump and Slingshot investigate a potential zombie outbreak in their neck of the forest. As newly minted members of the Eagle Scouts, they're doing their best to be brave, but when a creepy crow confirms their suspicions, these chicken-hearted birds lose their cool. To make matters worse--they're not just zombie-birds, they're ZOMBIE-BUGS! Can these hesitant heroes cast their fears aside and face the cicadas newly risen from the underworld? Or will the zombie-bugs conquer all and transform Speed Bump and Slingshot into the undead? Find out in Night of the Living Zombie Bugs, the third installment of this hilarious series from internationally syndicated cartoonist Dave Coverly (author of Dogs Are People, Too and illustrator of The Very Inappropriate Word.) A Christy Ottaviano Book Read the whole Speed Bump & Slingshot Misadventures series!Night of the Living WormsNight of the Living ShadowsNight of the Living Zombie Bugs Praise for Night of the Living Shadows: "Overall a lighter-than-air escapade with just a light wash of satire." --Kirkus Reviews "This misadventure from a bird's perspective is hilarious, light, and clever and may provide fun reading and a new favorite." --Children's Literature
Margie Makes a Difference
The Lady Tigers are all about being a team. From the very first tryout, Margie, Trish, Sally and Nikki, with the help of their coaches, found they were a force to be reckoned with. But like all teams, the girls find that even the highs of winning cannot crush the painful lessons of hardship both on and off the field.When Margie's dad is called away to serve his country, the Lady Tigers must band together to make a difference in the lives of military kids on the base. But will their efforts be a success or a big strike out?
Nicole's New Friend
A new team member for the Lady Tigers could spell the recipe for victory . . . or disaster.Nicole Carter's fastpitch softball team has a fantastic reputation as good players, win or lose. When a new girl, Diana, is introduced to the team, Nicole is excited to show her the ins and outs of being a Lady Tiger. But when Diana threatens both Nicole's position at third base and her love of the game, the team becomes buried in drama. Will the girls be able to find their team spirit again in time for the tournament or will their attitudes take them out of the running before the game even starts?Nicole's New Friend covers the underestimated importance of sportsmanship in youth competitive athletics. As the third installment in Dawn Brotherton's Lady Tigers Series, Nicole's New Friend is the perfect mix of emotion and action in a chapter book aimed at supporting young women as they learn what it truly means to be a part of a team.Discover the true recipe for victory in Nicole's New Friend.
Patrolling Police Cars
Patrol the streets with some cool animal drivers in this cheerful picture book all about police cars. Lively wordplay, vibrant art, plus a visual dictionary, make this title a must-have for bookshelves everywhere. This book is filled with humorous rhyming text by the award-winning poet Tony Mitton, which perfectly complements Ant Parker's bold, bright illustrations. A picture dictionary identifying police car parts builds vocabulary and makes learning about police cars exciting and fun.
Construction Site on Christmas Night
Celebrate Christmas with the beloved vehicle crew from the #1 New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site! Perfect for fans of the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series--which has sold more than two million copies!--this vibrant holiday picture book tells the charming story of Excavator, Bulldozer, Crane, Dump Truck, and Cement Mixer working together to build a new home for fire engines. As they finish their big, important job, they get some Christmas surprises of their own!Kids will have fun discovering the special surprise awaiting each vehicle, just as they will love the story's rhyming rhythm and delightful artwork. Great for tucking under the tree or reading throughout the season as Christmas approaches, this is sure to be a holiday favorite for young readers! GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT BOOK: The perfect book for children who love construction, trucks, fire engines, and vehicles of all kinds, this is a Christmas tale with a great message about giving and the value of teamwork. FUN READ-ALOUD: These bouncing, energetic rhymes make for a tremendously satisfying read-aloud experience, perfect for energetic kids ready for holiday fun. BESTSELLING CHILDREN'S BOOK SERIES: Kids and parents love author Sherri Duskey Rinker's New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site books. The series' legions of fans will be thrilled to welcome this exciting children's holiday book, illustrated by award-winning artist AG Ford. Perfect for: Young truck, tractor, and construction fansAnyone fascinated by construction vehiclesParents, grandparents, teachers, and librarians looking for engaging, action-packed holiday books to read with kidsReaders who love the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Steam Train, Dream Train book series
Bert the Brazen Bat
To many children, bats may seem like mysterious creatures that fly around at night, dipping and diving and making them duck for cover! Bert the Brazen Bat is a story about a curious little bat who seems to get into troublesome situations wherever he goes. Kids will laugh with delight as they follow Bert through his trials and errors, and they will fall in love with his adventurous spirit.
The Travel Adventures of PJ Mouse
PJ Mouse, an adorable little stuffed animal, was lost and alone until young Emily heard his cries for help. Now, along with his new family, PJ gets to travel the world - discovering exciting new places, people, and animals along the way! Come join PJ on this, his fourth adventure, in New Zealand. PJ discovers that New Zealand is full of wild and exciting places - sometimes a little too exciting for a timid mouse such as himself. Discover whether PJ manages to escape from the bubbling mud, if the captian of the boat does indeed take them through a 1000 meter tall waterfall, or why it is that PJ and Star Bear can see the night sky from inside a cave. Help PJ as he tries to rescue a lost Kiwi bird, and not lose his stuffing as he hurtles down a mountian on a sled on wheels - what was his family thinking?
The Travel Adventures of PJ Mouse
PJ Mouse, an adorble little stuffed animal, was lost and alone until young Emily heard his cries for help. Now, along with his new family, PJ gets to travel the world - discovering exciting new places, people, and animals along the way! Come join PJ on this, his fourth adventure, in New Zealand. PJ discovers that New Zealand is full of wild and exciting places - sometimes a little too exciting for a timid mouse such as hmself. Discover whether PJ manages to excape from the bubbling mud, if the captian of the baot does indeed take them through a 1000 meter tall waterfall, or why it is that PJ and Star Bear can see the night sky form inside a cave. Help PJ as he tries to rescue a lost Kiwi bird, and not lose his stuffinig as he hurtles down a mountain on a sled on wheels - what was his faimly thinking?
My Babysitter is a Vampire
MY BABYSITTER IS A VAMPIRESUMMER VACATION TURNS BATTY!Moose Island doesn't have many babysitters, so Meg and Trevor Swain figure they'll have to put up with what they get. But when weird Vincent Graver shows up at their front door, they know they're in for big trouble. Whoever heard of a babysitter who has pointy little teeth, carries a mysterious red liquid around in a bottle, and doesn't like pizza?When Meg discovers Vincent's fascination with sinking his teeth into other people's necks, she and her friend Jack decide what Vincent really is. If they don't act quickly to stop him, Moose Island will turn into Vampire Island before their very eyes! "Hodgman's writing style is excellent, building suspense chapter after chapter.... This is a good read, and kids will love it." --School Library JournalIllustration by John PierardCover illustration by Jeffrey Lindberg
Night of the Living Shark!
MELVINGE OF THE MAGAVERSE SERIES NIGHT OF THE LIVING SHARK!A SHARK JUST ATE YOUR DISGUSTING SNEAKERS-- AND YOU'RE STILL INSIDE THEM! Imagine there's this mall, and it's the biggest thing you've ever seen in the whole universe. It's so big it's going to take your whole life just to find a place to park in one of its fifty qualjillion parking lots. Now imagine you're the biggest schlub in the universe. Your name is Melvinge. You're on your way to the mall with your faithful dogoid companion Harlan. Only you've bitten off more than you can chew, even if you had ten thousand sets of teeth. You see, there are these Gypies waiting along the turnpike, and one of them will bite Melvinge and turn him into a werewolf. Then there's Shdark, the Loan Shark. What Shdark can't have, Shdark eats. Which includes not only Melvinge and Harlan, but their interdimensional recreational vehicle, the Grabovnikon! Ever have one of those nights. . . ?DANIEL M. PINKWATER'S MELVINGE OF THE MEGAVERSE The weird and wacky mind of Daniel M. Pinkwater (author of The Snarkout Boys and the Avocado of Death and National Public Radio celebrity), invaded by noted science fiction author David Bischoff, has created the ultimate quest!
Mortimer
Mortimer will not be quiet and go to sleep. Not for his mother, or his father, or his seventeen sisters and brothers, not even for the police.A newly designed Classic Munsch picture book introduces this unforgettable noise-maker to a new generation of young readers.Since 1979, over seventy million books by Robert Munsch have sold in dozens of countries around the world. Now, a fresh and contemporary redesign brings the Classic Munsch books to a new generation of young readers, honoring the look of the originals while introducing them to one of the world's funniest children's book authors.
Night Train, Night Train
Ride the rails of the night train in this beautifully rendered journey conducted by renowned artist Wendell Minor and frequent collaborator Robert Burleigh. Rhyming, lyrical text describes the sights and sounds of a nighttime journey from country to city on a passenger train in the 1940s. Largely painted in black and white, breathtaking illustrations feature pops of color as the train continues its trip until the full-color spectrum appears as dawn breaks and passengers arrive at the station. A nostalgic and innovative choice for readers fascinated by trains.
I’m Tough!
From the popular creators of I Stink! and I'm Dirty! comes the perfect tough addition to their noisy series: a pick-up truck!I'm not the BIGGEST TRUCK in the parking lot . . . but when my cargo bed's PACKED and STACKEDI've got what it takes to HAUL it ALL! You can count on me--I'll get the job done! 'Cause guess what--I'M TOUGH!
The Girl Who Knew Even More
Spring has come to Munchem Academy. The snow is melting, the roof is leaking, and Mr. Larimore is now in charge. Mattie is worried, though. Mr. Larimore is taking the whole "let's help Headmaster Rooney get back on his feet" thing seriously, and he's whispering all sorts of suggestions to the highly suggestible Rooney. Then there's the matter of the school's weather. It's getting . . . strange. Mini-tornados sweep up out of nowhere. Rain pours inside. And there was that snowstorm-that yellow snowstorm-that lasted for two days. Once Mattie, Caroline, and Eliot figure out what's causing the chaos (the Weather-matic 9000), who's causing the chaos (Mr. Larimore), and why it's a chaotic an idea (weather weapons!), they need to act. Fast. There's only one thing to do: save Mr. Larimore-and the world-from Mr. Larimore. It's a tall order for a short kid, but Mattie has a plan. After all, what's a little breaking and entering among friends?
Meet the Pops
You have probably seen a farm before on television or in books. Maybe youve even visited or lived on one. But it was probably nothing like the Pops Farm. Author Belinda Barbieris Meet the Pops is a delicious family treat. The Pops Farm is magical, with lots of surprises in store for both the young and young-at-heart. Chances are youve never set your eyes on a flock of cotton candy sheep or a herd of chocolate or strawberry milk cows. Theyre all part of this special farm. Meet the Pops is a sweet story meant to delight and educate your family. It uses entertainment to promote exemplary child behavior at home, school, and just about anywhere. An enthusiastic...tale, with a greater focus on good behavior than candy-cane forests Kirkus Reviews Meet the Pops is a bright, smart picture book that engages children with important life lessons. Clarion Reviews
Meet the Pops(TM)
A hardworking family, Lolly, Cherry, Soda, and Coco Pop own a farm where they harvest yummy lollipops, fresh candy corn, and a variety of other sweet treats. On Pops farm, herds of strawberry and chocolate milk cows and cotton-candy sheep roam the countryside. Holidays are important to the family, and Flag Day is no exception. In this edition of Meet the Pops, author Belinda Barbieri serves up another delicious family treat in this picture book for children. Through words and illustrations, she explains the origin of the American Flag and what the stars and stripes represent. Flag Day Every Day delights and educates while promoting exemplary child behavior. It encourages patriotism and teaches children about veterans who will always be there to help protect them and keep them safe.
The Wall in the Middle of the Book
A foolish knight is certain that his side of the wall is the safe side in this clever, amusingly meta picture book by the acclaimed creator of It's Only Stanley There's a wall in the middle of the book, and our hero--a young knight--is sure that the wall protects his side of the book from the dangers of the other side--like an angry tiger and giant rhino, and worst of all, an ogre who would gobble him up in a second! But our knight doesn't seem to notice the crocodile and growing sea of water that are emerging on his side. When he's almost over his head and calling for help, who will come to his rescue? An individual who isn't as dangerous as the knight thought--from a side of the book that might just have some positive things to offer after all!
Bizzy Bear: Ambulance Rescue
Bizzy Bear is ready to help with an emergency rescue in his ambulance! Today Bizzy Bear is working as a paramedic. And when the emergency call comes in, there isn't a moment to lose! Help him drive the ambulance and switch on the flashing lights. Then, once he's rescued the injured cyclist, lift the stretcher and help the patient to see the doctor. Another exciting title in this best-selling series that encourages preschoolers to get involved in the story.
Cement Mixer's ABC
From the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling book Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site, an alphabet concept board book that features the same characters as the original! Sherri Duskey Rinker's beloved bestselling bedtime stories Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site, Steam Train, Dream Train, Mighty, Mighty Construction Site, and Construction Site on Christmas Night have sold more than two million copies across the series. This new alphabet concept board book features the same characters as the original but is written for a younger audience. Its lyrical story helps toddlers sing along with Cement Mixer, who churns out a rollicking alphabet rhyme while he shows Bulldozer that work can be fun and teaches little readers the words of the construction site, from A to Z. Work is always lighter when there is someone by your side to sing along! WILDLY POPULAR CHILDREN'S AND TODDLER BOOKS: Since its debut more than a decade ago, Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and the series of books it launched have become beloved favorites of kids and parents alike. This popular, timeless nighttime story continues to delight families everywhere! TALENTED AUTHOR-ILLUSTRATOR TEAM: Sherri Duskey Rinker is the author of numerous #1 New York Times bestsellers. Ethan Long is an award-winning illustrator who has partnered with Sherri Duskey Rinker on several titles in the Goodnight, Goodnight series including Excavator's 123, Dump Truck's Colors, and Bulldozer's Shapes. PERFECT READ-ALOUD: Sweet rhyming text and vibrant artwork teach children about friendship, teamwork, and the alphabet. This irresistible book is perfect for teaching toddlers their ABCs and soothing little ones to sleep. Can't get enough of this crew of tough trucks? Many more titles in the bestselling book series, including Mighty, Mighty Construction Site; Construction Site: Road Crew, Coming Through!; and Three Cheers for Kid McGear! are available now! Perfect for: Young fans of trucks, tractors, construction, building, and cars Emerging preschool and kindergarten readers Gift for birthday, baby shower, and any occasion Readers who love classic children's books and bedtime stories by authors such as Dr. Seuss, Sandra Boynton, Margaret Wise Brown, Mac Barnett, and Anna Dewdney Fans of books about vehicles like Little Blue Truck, Thomas the Tank Engine, and Diggersaurs
Bounce Back
From the critically acclaimed author of Amina's Voice comes the third book in an exciting middle grade series about a scrawny fourth-grader with big dreams of basketball stardom. Zayd has a plan. He's ready to take the reins as team captain of the Gold Team. But when an injury leaves him on the sidelines, his plans get derailed. Can Zayd learn what it means to be a leader if he's not the one calling the shots?
The Wither Invasion
New York Times bestselling author, Mark Cheverton, takes Minecraft fans into a battle to save Minecraft itself from destruction. With Krael, the king of the withers, trapped in another world, the young wizard Watcher thinks the Great War is finally over. . . . but he's wrong. Intent on destroying all villagers, Krael has found a way to bring his army to the Far Lands. Now, with Krael's vicious horde chasing them, Watcher and his friends must save as many villages as possible before making their final stand. But, outnumbered by monsters stronger than they've ever seen, it seems hopeless. It will be left to Watcher to save them, and, with a secret weapon of mass destruction, the young wizard will be forced to make a decision: Should he destroy millions of monsters, or should the villagers stand and fight, knowing they'll die? What Watcher doesn't know is that a secret built into the ancient weapon could change the course of the war . . . for better or for worse.
Revenge of the Tiger
Whatever you do... don't trust the tiger. He's sneaky! The tiger's been gone for ten gazillion years, which is great news for T-Rab. He successfully defended his territory from the enemy. Yes! Wait a minute! How'd that tiger get back in the classroom? And why are the students so happy to see him? Don't they know he's up to no good, plotting against their beloved Tyrabbisaurus Rex? It's a good thing T-Rab's got a plan to save them ... and himself ... and the world from that dastardly spy of a tiger! Warning: This book contains bunny poop, fierce Tyrabbisaurus Rexes and a rampaging Tiger-Spy. Read at your own risk.
Touchdown Kid
From New York Times bestselling author and former NFL defensive end Tim Green comes a football story about a boy who is given a chance to prove that wealth and privilege don't matter on the football field, as long as he has the skills to compete. Perfect for fans of Mike Lupica!Cory has always been passionate about football. But life for him and his single mom has been hard, making it difficult for Cory to play. And though Cory is a good kid, he's constantly surrounded by negative influences. But when the coach from an elite private school with one of the best football programs in the country recognizes his talents on the field, Cory is presented with an unbelievable opportunity.Cory knows that football could be his ticket out. But leaving to attend private school also means struggling to fit into a world where most people look at him and just see a scholarship kid from the wrong side of town. Cory knows that if he can fight hard enough--both on and off the field--he may be able to secure a bright future that looks different from his unpromising past.
The Littlest Train
In this endearing story of a tiny toy train, the creator of the hit series Dinotrux now breathes life into more than a half-dozen trains that climb, haul, chug, zip, and zoom. In a small room, down a short flight of stairs, there lives a little toy train...about to have a BIG adventure! There's an endless world to explore, and awe-inspiring new friends to meet. Mighty Max, Chloe Cogs, Sara Speedster, and Farley Freighter can reach all the best sights, lickety-split. But when the day is done and the sun goes down, will the littlest train find his way home? Calling all train lovers: All aboard!
Batneezer
A funny combination of Ebenezer Scrooge and Lego Batman helps Rob Burnside save his school in the final book in the illustrated Creature from My Closet middle grade series from Obert Skye. For the first time, Rob Burnside knows when his closet is about to open--but he's not prepared for what emerges. A mash-up of Ebenezer Scrooge and Lego Batman, this new visitor's unusual antics are only one of Rob's problems. While enduring visits by the ghosts of books past, present, and future, Rob learns some shocking news: A battle is brewing, and his school needs a hero. What he gets is so much more (Spoiler alert: All the creatures from past books come visit!) A Christy Ottaviano Book Read the whole series! WonkensteinPotterwookie PinoculaKatfishThe Lord of the HatBatneezer Praise for the Creature from my Closet series: Katfish: "Drawing from The Wimpy Kid school of adolescent humor, scenes like a drenching water balloon mishap, a food fight at the family dinner table, and a clever parody of "The Fun-ger Games," should appeal to reluctant and enthusiastic readers alike. The line drawings are reminiscent of doodles middle school boys draw when they should be taking notes. Engaging cartoons, quick dialogue in speech squares, and generous white space break up text segments, make this book an inviting, independent read." ?Children's Literature Potterwookie: "A mashup of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter and Chewbacca the Wookiee from Star Wars . . . sure to provoke laughs." --Publishers Weekly "The second doll-sized literary mashup to come out of a wimpy kid's magic closet adds wizardly spells [and] noxious smells..." --Kirkus Reviews "The text is hysterical by itself, but acts as the straight man in relation to the one-two punch of the childlike drawings and captions that appear on almost every page. Get multiple copies of this book: it will fly off the shelves." --School Library Journal Wonkenstein: "Highly amusing new series starter. . . . Skye gives Rob a self-deprecating charm and highlights the pleasures of books both subtly and effectively." --Booklist "Quite funny and has a lot of laugh-out-loud moments. . . . The idea of a hybrid Willy Wonka/Frankenstein character is original and hilarious." --School Library Journal "Filled with spot-on commentary and a wince-inducing supporting cast, middle grade guys won't be able to keep Wonkenstein to themselves. . . . This pitch-perfect offering should appeal to reluctant readers, not to mention the legion Wimpy Kid fans." --Shelf Awareness
The Christmas Tree Who Loved Trains
A poignant Christmas tale about a tree who loved trains, and a little boy who loved them, too. A pine tree grew in the farthest corner of the tree farm on a small patch of land that bordered the train track. The tree loved trains. She loved to watch them ZOOM by on the tracks beside the tree farm. Her branches would ripple in the wind as the trains roared past. But one morning, when a little boy picks her to be his Christmas tree, she is uprooted and brought to a home far from the ZOOMING trains she loves...Beautiful art from Paola Zakimi brings to life this lovely Christmastime tale from Annie Silvestro, perfect for readers who love The Giving Tree and The Velveteen Rabbit.
Boats on the Bay
Boats on the Bay is the perfect introduction to the bustling, beautiful world of the sea for toddlers and preschoolers.Join author Jeanne W. Harvey for a charming, rhythmic look at all the different vessels that glide, float, and chug across the sparkling bay. Inspired by the San Francisco Bay but with universal appeal, the book features a spectacular double-spread gatefold finale showing a boat parade and fireworks glowing against a city backdrop.From a fishing boat slogging through the fog to a ferry carrying passengers, boats onthe bay get ready for the day.The simple, rhythmic text is perfect for reading aloud, making it an excellent resource for developing early literacy skills and building vocabulary, as well for celebrating a visit to the City by the Bay."This mini intro to our safe harbor is perfect run-up or follow-up for a leisurely stroll along the Embarcadero, bracing bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge, or ferry tour around Alcatraz. Take-home message: Take notice." --San Francisco Chronicle"A celebration of place and a catalogue of the kinds of vessels dear to the hearts of boat enthusiasts young and old." --Publishers WeeklyA KidLitTV-recommended book!
Where Do Jet Planes Sleep at Night?
Now available in a portable board book edition--perfect to take with you on an airplane! The same team that brought you Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night? and Where Do Steam Trains Sleep at Night? has created another high-flying bedtime story--this one for plane enthusiasts! Have you ever wondered what little airplanes do when it's time for bed? Jumbo jets, biplanes, helicopters--even Air Force One!--power down, wash up, and listen to stories with mommy and daddy planes beneath a blanket of stars, getting ready to fly to dreamland. Little airplane lovers will be tickled to see how bedtime is the same for their favorite flying vehicles as it is for them, as they come down to earth for sleepy time. "Combining a quiet, nocturnal story with the ever popular subject of flying machines, this is a nifty bedtime book for budding aviators." --Kirkus Reviews
Escaping from Houdini
The #1 bestselling series that started with Stalking Jack the Ripper and Hunting Prince Dracula continues its streak in this third bloody installment . . . Audrey Rose and Thomas Cresswell find themselves aboard a luxurious ocean liner that becomes a floating prison of horror when passengers are murdered one by one, with nowhere to run from the killer. Embarking on a week-long voyage across the Atlantic on the opulent RMS Etruria, Audrey Rose Wadsworth and her partner-in-crime-investigation, Thomas Cresswell, are delighted to discover a traveling troupe of circus performers, fortune tellers, and a certain charismatic young escape artist entertaining the first-class passengers nightly. But privileged young women begin to go missing without explanation, and a series of brutal slayings shocks the entire ship. The strange and disturbing influence of the Moonlight Carnival pervades the decks as the murders grow more and more bizarre. It's up to Audrey Rose and Thomas to piece together the gruesome investigation before more passengers die before reaching their destination. But with clues to the next victim pointing to someone she loves, can Audrey Rose unravel the mystery before the killer's horrifying finale?
Big Daddy and Rico Visit Indian Springs
Grandfather and Big Daddy plan an exciting road trip on their way to a family reunion, planning to leave Cousin Rico behind. But Rico has a surprise in store that soon lands him in big trouble. In this grand adventure, Rico learns the love and care of family and friends to help them all have a happy ending!Rico the Raccoon learns many things on their road trip across Georgia.
Anyone's Game
What's up with Cali? Why does she keep changing her gamer tag? It's summertime, and even though his good friend Cali moved to another city, Jaden can connect with her online almost every day to play their favorite game, Cross Ups. His mom has loosened her rules on how often he can play, and he has an amazing new controller that will make him even better at tournaments. But then he gets roped into a dorky summer camp with his buddy Hugh, and Cali starts acting really weird . . . So when a last-minute tournament spot opens up in Cali's city, Jaden jumps at the chance to go. But things go badly from the start. Jaden loses his controller on the train, and his reunion with Cali is awkward. She's unhappy, and Jaden can't figure out why, especially when she's getting better and better at Cross Ups--and may even win the tournament. With its sharp dialogue and relatable characters, Anyone's Game, the second book in the Cross Ups series, chronicles the ups and downs of middle school with a relevant, contemporary twist.
Sidetracked
In Sidetracked, "Diana Harmon Asher tells an entertaining story about a boy picking his way through the potholes and pitfalls of puberty, with a little help from his friends" (Richard Peck, Newbery Medal winner). An ABA Indies Introduce Book An ALA/ALSC Notable Children's Book Parents' Choice Award, Fiction, Recommended If middle school were a race, Joseph Friedman wouldn't even be in last place--he'd be on the sidelines. With an overactive mind and phobias of everything from hard-boiled eggs to gargoyles, he struggles to understand his classes, let alone his fellow classmates. So he spends most of his time avoiding school bully Charlie Kastner and hiding out in the Resource Room, a safe place for misfit kids like him. But then, on the first day of seventh grade, two important things happen. First, his Resource Room teacher encourages (i.e., practically forces) him to join the school track team, and second, he meets Heather, a crazy-fast runner who isn't going to be pushed around by Charlie Kastner or anybody else. With a new friend and a new team, Joseph finds himself off the sidelines and in the race (quite literally) for the first time. Is he a good runner? Well, no, he's terrible. But the funny thing about running is, once you're in the race, anything can happen. "This is a splendid novel that I read in one sitting. . . . You will cheer when this kid embraces 'Do your best' and shows it to be a ringing call to nothing less than Triumph." --Gary D. Schmidt, Printz Honor winner and two-time Newbery Honor winner
Eugenia Lincoln and the Unexpected Package
What will it take for a cynical older sister to realize she's a born accordion player -- with music in her heart? Eugenia Lincoln is a practical person with no time for gee-gaws, whoop-de-whoops, or frivolity. When an unexpected package containing an accordion arrives at her house, she is determined to have nothing to do with it. But her plans to sell the accordion, destroy the accordion, and give the accordion away all end in frustration. How can Eugenia stop being tormented by this troublesome package? Might she discover that a bit of unforeseen frivolity could be surprisingly . . . joyous?
An Enchanting Song
Mr. Bryce is a little fox who lives on the grasslands at the foothills of the giant mountains. He keeps his business to himself until one day when he hears something beautiful that he couldn't ignore and decides to explore the source of the sound. Enjoy the story of two little curious minds with unique personalities, from distinct worlds who ultimately find solace in each other's company. When one of them encounters a problem, they both unite to devise an astonishing plan that certainly ends the trouble and also brings out a few laughs and smiles to the young reader's mind.
Brawney and Me
Written with simple sentences and direct themes that can be discussed by nurturing parents with their young children or read and comprehend by children themselves Brawney and Me follows a character who idolizes Brawney, a professional athlete who grew up in the familys hometown. This child is consistently told hard work will bring good things. The character follows that great advice but is sad when a leukemia diagnosis prevents school attendance. But in the end, Brawney comes through and restores the students faith in people and the world. Brawney and Me, a gender- and race-neutral book for children, offers an inspiring story that leads kids to explore their own beliefs and thoughts.
Hunting Prince Dracula
In this New York Times bestselling sequel to Kerri Maniscalco's haunting #1 debut Stalking Jack the Ripper, bizarre murders are discovered in the castle of Prince Vlad the Impaler, otherwise known as Dracula. Could it be a copycat killer . . . or has the depraved prince been brought back to life? Following the grief and horror of her discovery of Jack the Ripper's true identity, Audrey Rose Wadsworth has no choice but to flee London and its memories. Together with the arrogant yet charming Thomas Cresswell, she journeys to the dark heart of Romania, home to one of Europe's best schools of forensic medicine . . . and to another notorious killer, Vlad the Impaler, whose thirst for blood became legend. But her life's dream is soon tainted by blood-soaked discoveries in the halls of the school's forbidding castle, and Audrey Rose is compelled to investigate the strangely familiar murders. What she finds brings all her terrifying fears to life once again.
Sofie at Bat
Learn how an eight-year-old girl finds her inner strength. Sofie at Bat will capture the attention of young readers. Prepare to be motivated to try hard, no matter what the outcome may be. Sofie is not able to hit the softball without a tee. With the love and encouragement of her friends and family will Sofie make a hit?
Ottoline and the Purple Fox
Ottoline and Mr Munroe go on a secret city safari in the fourth book in the award-winning Ottoline series, from 2015-2017 Children's Laureate, Chris Riddell.
Eraser
Winner of the Christopher AwardEraser is always cleaning up everyone else's mistakes. Except for Ruler and Pencil Sharpener, none of the other school supplies seem to appreciate her. They all love how sharp Pencil is and how Tape and Glue help everyone stick together. Eraser wants to create so that she can shine like the others. She decides to give it a try, but it's not until the rubber meets the road that Eraser begins to understand a whole lot about herself.Inspired by a school essay their daughter Kate wrote in the third grade, the author and illustrator behind Theodor Seuss Geisel Award-winner You Are (Not) Small have created a desktop drama about figuring out who you are, finding happiness, and the importance of second, third, and maybe even fourth chances.
Tammy Tries Baseball
Twenty players. Two games. One challenge.When Tammy Marshall yells across the field at the local boys' baseball team about how easy their sport is, she isn't prepared for the epic tournament to follow. The teams had been bickering back and forth until finally, they decide to settle it like ballplayers. The date is set for the Lady Tigers to go up against the boys in one game of softball and one game of baseball. Winner takes glory and bragging rights forever. Emotions are running high for all the girls, especially Tammy. Is this their chance to prove the superiority of their skills once and for all? Or has Tammy set her team up for their worst defeat yet?Tammy Tries Baseball captures the anxiety and ultimate joy of trying something new. If you like sports action, quick dialogue, and coming-of-age friendships, you'll love this latest installment of the Lady Tigers. In the compelling finale to Dawn Brotherton's first Lady Tigers series, it may be time for the team-and the reader-to win some and learn some.Complete the journey for bringing Tammy Tries Baseball home now!
The Water Fight Professional
I, Joey Michaels, am the Water Fight Professional. Basically this means that customers pay me to soak other people. But my super-competitive best friend is sucking all the fun out of summer. All because I made a secret bet with him. Winning the bet wouldn't be so hard if I didn't have the following three problems: 1) My dramatic mother who feels the need to schedule every moment of summer 2) A surfer-dude mailman who can't keep deliveries straight 3) The annoying neighbor girl who all my friends have a crush on If I lose ... ugh, I can't even tell you what I'd have to do. I'd rather lick a slug!
