Diary of a Wimpy Kid #20:Partypooper
It's Greg's birthday--and you're invited to the chaos. In Partypooper, the 20th book in Jeff Kinney's global smash-hit Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Greg Heffley is planning the ultimate party--for himself. But when the guest list grows, the decorations flop, and the surprises backfire, this birthday bash turns into a total blowout--just not the kind Greg had in mind. Packed with cake disasters, family fiascos, and classic Wimpy Kid humor, this book is perfect for readers ages 8-12. 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
100 First Words for Little Coloradans
A playful board book for Colorado-born babies, filled with pop culture references, historic sites, and more We're living that Colorado life! In the Centennial State, we have mountains to the west and plains to the east, and a whole lot of beauty in between. But how do we pass our love of colorful Colorado on to our little ones? Introducing 100 First Words for Little Coloradans, a state primer for kids learning their first words! Forget apple and dog--little Coloradans are ready to move from ABC to SUP and other Colorado-specific words like granola, crampons, and Casa Bonita (if you know, you know). Packed with hilarious illustrations and 100 words every Colorado-dwelling baby should know (before any others, of course), 100 First Words for Little Coloradans is the perfect board book for families who call the Centennial State home.
All Aboard, Alabama!
Join the Coastal Cannonball in this exciting new All Aboard adventure. From the recording legacy of Muscle Shoals to suiting up for your own space mission, All Aboard, Alabama! showcases the rich history and diverse experiences young travelers can enjoy in Alabama. Try on an Egyptian mask, taste your first Moon Pie, and follow in the footsteps of heroes. Climb aboard and take a lap around the track!
Goalkeeper
In this page-turning follow-up to the modern-day classic Tangerine, an underdog kid from a troubled home navigates a tumultuous summer while finding friendship and confidence on the soccer field.Paul Fisher is eager to leave his rich-kid private school and get back to Tangerine Middle, where he'd found acceptance as the goalkeeper of the War Eagles, the toughest soccer team in the county. First, though, he must survive the summer at home, where lightning strikes spark underground fires that never go out and a tropical storm provides cover for criminals--including his own brother.Then a new crisis unfolds, and Paul must testify against one of the War Eagles in a criminal case. Suddenly, the lessons about Truth vs. Loyalty and Justice vs. Mercy that Sister Catherine taught at Saint Anthony's Prep don't seem so theoretical anymore. In fact, they might be just what Paul needs to figure out how to fight an unjust legal system and stay true to himself and his teammates.
Minnifitty and the Rotten Kids
When Princess Minnifitty is sent to live with her Great Aunt after her parents' unfortunate encounter with a blind-as-a-bat dragon, her entire world is turned upside down. Feeling abandoned and invisible, Minnifitty gets cranky and stays cranky. And she takes it out on everyone, especially those rotten neighborhood kids. But when the unexpected happens and Minnifitty has to depend on the very people she has behaved the absolute worst to, will they help her... Or has she taken her crankiness too far? Minnifitty and The Rotten Kids, a story about second chances, seeing past rough edges, and how friendship sometimes arrives uninvited.
Minnifitty and the Rotten Kids
When Princess Minnifitty is sent to live with her Great Aunt after her parents' unfortunate encounter with a blind-as-a-bat dragon, her entire world is turned upside down. Feeling abandoned and invisible, Minnifitty gets cranky and stays cranky. And she takes it out on everyone, especially those rotten neighborhood kids. But when the unexpected happens and Minnifitty has to depend on the very people she has behaved the absolute worst to, will they help her... Or has she taken her crankiness too far? Minnifitty and The Rotten Kids, a story about second chances, seeing past rough edges, and how friendship sometimes arrives uninvited.
We're All Gonna Die-Nosaur!: Escape of the Apes
Pterry the pterodactyl has lots of nightmares--and they always come true! Can Pterry face his fear of monkeys? If not . . . we're all gonna DIE-nosaur!!! With black-and-white comic illustrations on every page, this subversively hilarious chapter book series is perfect for young fans of The Bad Guys, Dog Man, and Captain Underpants. "A delightful tale of impending doom!" --John Patrick Green, New York Times best-selling author of InvestiGators Pterry the pterodactyl has the sc-sc-scariest dreams--the kind that come true! Last night, Pterry dreamed about terrifying creatures with big eyes, lots of hair, and long creepy fingers. Then, on his first-day-of-school field trip, Pterry comes face to face with the horrible beasts: monkeys. And they escape! Can Pterry find the courage to save himself and his new dinosaur classmates? Or will his banana-shaped head be his downfall? Kon Tan's hilarious, heart-filled early graphic novel series shows kids it's okay to be scared--and that fears can be overcome.
Where's the Plane?
Part of Ingela Arrhenius's best-selling felt flap series, which has sold over 2 million copies. Perfect for babies and toddlers! Talented and prolific illustrator Ingela P. Arrhenius's artwork pops in this new addition to the best-selling felt flaps series, which has sold over two million copies! Five stylishly illustrated spreads depict a series of vehicles (hot-air balloon, helicopter, rocket, and, of course, plane) hidden beneath bright felt flaps. With a mirror on the final page, this is the perfect book to share with very little ones.
Brian the Smelly Bear
Brian the Smelly Bear - A Stinky, Silly Story Time Favorite! Meet Brian, a bear with a big problem--he's very smelly, and he just doesn't seem to care! All the animals are fed up with his terrible stench and come together to hatch a clever plan to get rid of the pong once and for all. Will their plan work, or will Brian's stink prove too powerful? Playful rhymes and laugh-out-loud storytelling Adorable illustrations that keep little readers engaged Padded board book format--perfect for small hands and repeated reading Ideal for toddlers and preschoolers who love silly humor *Brian the Smelly Bear* is a funny, fragrant adventure that's sure to have kids giggling from start to finish!
A Day at the Museum
Join the fun at a busy museum as you help find a lost dog and reunite him with his owner in this playful, picture-filled adventure. A trip to the museum becomes an exciting game of I Spy in this charming book. The museum, with its vast halls and endless variety of different exhibits, provides the perfect backdrop for a playful adventure filled with discovery. Every spread features a busy, double-page illustration of a different room packed with art, artifacts and all sorts of visitors. As children explore the Great Hall, the Dinosaur, Transportation, and Ancient Civilization exhibits, the Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden, as well as the Ocean Hall, they're invited to search for Pepin, a mischievous dog who has wandered away from his owner, Carlo. Each room is a lively world of its own, full of activity and a recurring cast of wonderfully diverse characters. As kids search for Pepin on each page, they'll delight in finding all the little details and humorous moments hidden throughout the scenes. This playful, interactive book encourages an engaging game of observation, keeping young readers enthralled as they learn about museums and follow Pepin's trail--right into Carlo's waiting arms.
Where's the Fire Truck?: A Stroller Book
A new stroller edition from this best-selling series, which has sold over 2 million copies. Perfect for babies and toddlers! Delight the littlest emergency vehicle enthusiasts in this small-format stroller edition from the best-selling felt flap series, which has sold over two million copies. Lift the bright felt flaps to reveal a police car, an ambulance, a helicopter, and a fire truck! A mirror reveal on the final page and a sturdy, detachable hook-and-loop strap perfect for hanging from a stroller make this the ideal addition to any parent's emergency entertainment kit.
Spy School Goes Wild
In the twelfth book in Stuart Gibbs's New York Times bestselling Spy School series, superspy middle schooler Ben Ripley gets lost on a perilous mission with one of his greatest enemies. Ben Ripley is recruited for a top secret mission to bring down his nemesis, Murray Hill, once and for all. But when things go horribly wrong, Ben ends up lost in an extremely dangerous wilderness with Murray--and confronting a new, devious enemy--with none of his friends to help him. Now, Ben must figure out how to survive and deduce what evil plan his new enemy is plotting in time to thwart it.
Cursed Princess Club Box Set (Volumes 1-4)
For fans of Disney princesses and Sailor Moon-style girl power, Cursed Princess Club is a lighthearted story of a young royal named Gwendolyn who finds her place in a world obsessed with princes, beauty, and happily-ever-afters. This box set collects volumes 1 to 4 of the Cursed Princess Club, Lambcat's hit fantasy Webtoon about friendship, acceptance, and belonging! Gwendolyn, the youngest of the king's three daughters, is living proof that princesses don't always have it all. Unlike a typical fairy-tale princess, Gwendolyn isn't particularly attractive, which is how she finds herself in the illustrious Cursed Princess Club. Created to help give royal misfits a sanctuary, the club offers her a life she never thought possible, one with friends, a home, and acceptance. With a new reality so different from the cruel one she was born into, Gwendolyn must learn to embrace the beauty within--and celebrate everything that makes us different.
I'm Very Busy
A poignant--and laugh-out-loud funny--story about our busy lives and how we can fix our mistakes to show our friends how much we care by world-renowned artist and picture book creator Oliver Jeffers. It's Bridget's birthday, and she thinks it would be fun to spend the day with friends. But Royal has places to go, Rodney has to see a man about a dog, Regis has to wash his hair, and Pearl has a list of items she needs to cross off as quickly as she can. Bridget's friends are all too busy to hang out! Will Bridget have to spend her birthday all alone? In a story that shows how friends are more important than the busy-ness of a day, Oliver Jeffers' bold and brilliant art pair with a powerful story that makes readers realize what truly matters. Another masterpiece from the internationally bestselling picture book creator of Here We Are and Begin Again.
And the River Drags Her Down
She has always known the rules: Never resurrect anything larger than the palm of her hand. But that was before her sister died. . . .The stunning hardcover of And the River Drags Her Down features gorgeous stenciled edges and a matching case stamp! "Yun beautifully captures the haunting of family myths in this slow-burn horror. Eerie and poignant, And The River Drags Her Down will sweep readers into its relentless current." --Trang Thanh Tran, New York Times bestselling author of She Is a Haunting When her older sister is found mysteriously drowned in the river that cuts through their small coastal town, Soojin Han disregards every rule and uses her ancestral magic to bring Mirae back from the dead. At first, the sisters are overjoyed, reveling in late-night escapades and the miracle of being together again, but Mirae grows tired of hiding from the world. She becomes restless and hungry . . . Driven by an insatiable desire to finish what she started in life, to unravel the truth that crushed her family so many years ago, Mirae is out for revenge. When their town is engulfed by increasingly destructive rain and a series of harrowing, unusual deaths, Soojin is forced to reckon with the fact that perhaps the sister she brought back isn't the one she knew.
We're All Gonna Die-Nosaur!: Escape of the Apes
Pterry the pterodactyl has lots of nightmares--and they always come true! Can Pterry face his fear of monkeys? If not . . . we're all gonna DIE-nosaur!!! With black-and-white comic illustrations on every page, this subversively hilarious chapter book series is perfect for young fans of The Bad Guys, Dog Man, and Captain Underpants. "A delightful tale of impending doom!" --John Patrick Green, New York Times best-selling author of InvestiGators Pterry the pterodactyl has the sc-sc-scariest dreams--the kind that come true! Last night, Pterry dreamed about terrifying creatures with big eyes, lots of hair, and long creepy fingers. Then, on his first-day-of-school field trip, Pterry comes face to face with the horrible beasts: monkeys. And they escape! Can Pterry find the courage to save himself and his new dinosaur classmates? Or will his banana-shaped head be his downfall? Kon Tan's hilarious, heart-filled early graphic novel series shows kids it's okay to be scared--and that fears can be overcome.
Construction Site Picture Book Boxed Set
Four beloved picture books from the New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series now collected in a beautiful, giftable boxed set! Join Excavator, Bulldozer, Kid McGear, and the rest of the crew in this set of bedtime tales from the construction site! Playful rhyming text and vibrant illustrations make these books surefire favorites for construction fans everywhere. The set includes hardcover editions of: Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction SiteMighty, Mighty Construction SiteConstruction Site: Three Cheers for Kid McGear!Construction Site Mission: Demolition! Packaged in a sturdy slipcase for easy gifting or displaying on a child's bookshelf, the Construction Site Picture Book Boxed Set is a collectible that's just right for series fans and newcomers alike. A BEDTIME CLASSIC: With its soothing rhythm and dreamy artwork, Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site has become a cherished bedtime story for kids and parents. The expanded series--which includes such favorites as Construction Site: Garbage Crew to the Rescue!, Construction Site: Taking Flight!, and Construction Site: Merry and Bright, along with the titles in this set--has sold more than 7 million copies! JOYFUL READ-ALOUD: Sherri Duskey Rinker's rollicking rhymes make for a tremendously satisfying read-aloud experience, perfect for energetic kids who love construction. TEACHES TEAMWORK: Just like all the stories in the series, these books emphasize teamwork, collaboration, and working together to solve a problem--important themes to share with young readers and early learners. Perfect for: Gift-giving for baby shower, child's birthday, or any occasion Truck, tractor, and construction vehicle enthusiasts Emerging preschool and kindergarten readers Parents, grandparents, teachers, and librarians looking for engaging, action-packed books on team-building and friendship Fans of the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series and books about vehicles like Little Blue Truck, Thomas the Tank Engine, and Diggersaurs
You Are But Dust
Most people fear Death. But Samarra feels safest by his side.Grief is drowning Samarra's mind. Her sister's death was too sudden, too senseless. No one will even speak of the night she died, leaving Samarra silenced and alone. That is, until she comes face-to-face with Death himself.With piercing white eyes, a sharp grin, and a voice that sedates her fractured mind, Death is more comforting than anything she has ever known. He quiets her grief, whispers truths about her sister's final moments, and tempts her with the vengeance she craves. But he vanishes as suddenly as he appeared.Alone in her chaotic life, Samarra is suffocating. Her mother is absent, her friendships are crumbling, and violent thugs are hunting her. She doesn't know if Death was real or a hallucination of her unraveling mind. All she knows is that she needs to feel his peace again. And she'll do whatever it takes to bring him back.
Mortified
SHORTLISTED FOR THE GOVERNOR GENERAL'S AWARD FOR YOUNG PEOPLE'S LITERATURESHORTLISTED FOR THE FOREST OF READING SILVER BIRCH AWARD"Brilliant, funny, unputdownable."- Alice Kuipers, award-winning children's authorFor fans of Remarkably Ruby and Diary of a Wimpy Kid, comedy and cringe come together in this sweet novel about facing your fears.It's nothing short of a catastrophe when someone secretly signs up Belinda Houle, the school's shyest kid, to audition for a play.Belinda turns to Sally--her unflappable best friend and resident witch--for help. Belinda doesn't believe in magic, but if Sally says she has a spell for confidence...well, it couldn't hurt to try it. Could it?What follows the spell is a series of disasters so disastrous they would have been funny--if only they weren't happening to Belinda! From eating dog food, to losing her hair in a straightening mishap, to wrecking a mural and ending up with globs of paint on her head, things get worse and worse for Belinda until she must face the facts: One piece of bad luck can be explained away, but this? This is a straight-up curse!Can she break the curse before the dreamy Ricky Daniels takes notice of her crooked wig?More importantly, can Belinda battle the very thing she hoped the spell would take away: her embarrassment?
Silly, Silly Sock Monster
It's laundry day, and it's time to put the clothes away. But when this boy and his mom count the clean socks, they discover that some have gone missing! Mom says the Sock Monster is at it again-stealing socks and hiding them who-knows-where! Determined to find the missing socks, the boy sets out on a mission to solve the universal mystery that haunts us all on laundry day: just where do all the sock matches go? Can he find where the Sock Monster stashes them before the whole family is left mismatched or barefoot? In a rhyming story that is fun to read aloud, little ones are led on an entertaining journey from the laundry room to the linen closet to the backyard garden on a quest to solve the mystery of the missing socks.
Silly, Silly Sock Monster
It's laundry day, and it's time to put the clothes away. But when this boy and his mom count the clean socks, they discover that some have gone missing! Mom says the Sock Monster is at it again-stealing socks and hiding them who-knows-where! Determined to find the missing socks, the boy sets out on a mission to solve the universal mystery that haunts us all on laundry day: just where do all the sock matches go? Can he find where the Sock Monster stashes them before the whole family is left mismatched or barefoot? In a rhyming story that is fun to read aloud, little ones are led on an entertaining journey from the laundry room to the linen closet to the backyard garden on a quest to solve the mystery of the missing socks.
They All Had a Reason
A rumor. A secret. A lie. A murder. Charlotte is convinced that popular, pretentious Bellany Silverfield is out to get her. But it turns out somebody is--or was--out to get Bellany: Charlotte finds her high-school bully dead in the woods, having been brutally murdered. While Charlotte is desperate to find the killer, she would be lying to herself if she wasn't a little relieved that Bellany was finally done tormenting Charlotte and her friends. But circumstantial evidence and rumors start circling around town, funneling suspicion towards Charlotte herself. Good thing Charlotte has her friends to support her...right? As loyalties shift and friendships are tested, it looks like Bellany has one last cruel prank to play that will leave Charlotte behind bars...or worse. Perfect for fans of: Holly Jackson and Karen M. McManus Secrets and Lies Betrayal And twist endings
Dig, Dig, Digger
Join Digger at the roadworks where she decides she no longer likes digging down - she wants to dig UP! This is quite tricky for a digger used to going into mud, dark and worms - maybe some balloons will help? But Digger quickly discovers that adventures aren't fun without her friends and she needs to dig her way back . . . but how? With a witty text, bright colours and a finger trail to follow from the award-winning Morag Hood, young children and adults will love reading Dig, Dig, Digger! together. Keep digging in the hilarious follow-up, Runaway Cone.
Billie Jean Peet, Athlete
This fun and empowering picture book about marching to the beat of your own drum and celebrating your unique talents comes from Andrea Beaty and David Roberts, the #1 bestselling creators of Rosie Revere, Engineer and Ada Twist, Scientist. Billie Jean Peet is the middle kid in a house full of music. Her older sister sings, her younger sister drums, and even her mouse Pop knows how to bust a move. But when Billie Jean tries to join in, her notes come out sharp and flat. She just wants to find her niche, but the more she tries, the more she worries she's not good at anything. Billie Jean is sure she's stuck being so-so, but when a mistake on the basketball court flips into an unexpected revelation, she's able to combine all her interests and create something completely her own. From author-illustrator team Andrea Beaty and David Roberts comes an unforgettable story about embracing what makes you unique in order to forge your own path. Check out all the books in the Questioneers Series: The Questioneers Picture Book Series: Iggy Peck, Architect Rosie Revere, Engineer Ada Twist, Scientist Sofia Valdez, Future Prez Aaron Slater, Illustrator Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year Billie Jean Peet, AthleteThe Questioneers Chapter Book Series: Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants Iggy Peck and the Mysterious Mansion Sofia Valdez and the Vanishing Vote Ada Twist and the Disappearing Dogs Aaron Slater and the Sneaky Snake Lila Greer and the Shrieking ShadowQuestioneers: The Why Files Series: Exploring Flight! All About Plants! The Science of Baking Bug Bonanza! Rockin' Robots! Team Green!Questioneers: Ada Twist, Scientist Series: Ghost Busted Show Me the Bunny Ada Twist, Scientist: Brainstorm Book 5-Minute Ada Twist, Scientist StoriesThe Questioneers Big Project Book Series: Iggy Peck's Big Project Book for Amazing Architects Rosie Revere's Big Project Book for Bold Engineers Ada Twist's Big Project Book for Stellar Scientists Sofia Valdez's Big Project Book for Awesome Activists Aaron Slater's Big Project Book for Astonishing Artists
Killer House Party
★ "A hauntingly beautiful take on a classic horror story that will leave readers' skin crawling in the best way possible." -Kirkus, starred review ★"There's a compelling, critical undercurrent here that encourages readers to think about how ghost stories begin and what keeps them alive in cultural memory, but at its core, this is pure fun for horror fans, with sharply drawn teen characters, lively banter, and a deft balance between moments of comedy and genuine scares."-Booklist, starred reviewFrom Printz Honor winning author Lily Anderson comes a young adult horror that follows Arden and her friends as their graduation party at an abandoned mansion turns into a bloody fight for survival. Red Solo cups? Check. Snacks? Check. Abandoned mansion full of countless horrors that won't let you leave? Check. The Deinhart Manor has been a looming shadow over town for as long as anyone can remember, and it's been abandoned for even longer. When the final Deinhart descendent passes, the huge gothic manor is up for sale for the first time ever. Which means Arden can steal the keys from her mom's real estate office . . . It's time for a graduation party that no one will ever forget. Arden and her friends each have different reasons for wanting to throw the party to end all parties. But when the manor doors bar everyone inside and the walls begin to bleed, all anyone wants to do is make it out alive.
Saur Ommebust
Students were once given the opportunity to write their own stories and then have their stories "published" using lamination and plastic binders. A certain teacher wanted in on the fun and made his own. Sadly, his "publishing" attempt led to the books falling apart fairly quickly. So he decided to fix this problem by creating this new book. Hope you enjoy it. Originally published a long time ago, these two stories are given new life in a (hopefully) new binding that won't fall apart if you touch it. The first story is If You Give Mr. Saur A Cookie. Why is this first? Because it is the most popular, and Mr. Saur may get more cookies if you read it. The second story is The Soccer Match. Why is this story included? Because... I wanted the book to be longer. Just deal with it.
A Boy and His Corvette
In this heartwarming modern fantasy, Tommy is struggling to fit in at his new school where his vintage band t-shirts and grandfather's suspenders make him the target of whispers and giggles. Feeling increasingly isolated and desperate to belong, Tommy's world changes forever when he discovers an extraordinary secret in his father's garage-a shiny yellow Corvette named Mr. Dart who can talk! As Tommy and his wise automotive friend build an unlikely bond, Mr. Dart teaches him that "normal is just a setting on a washing machine" and that his differences aren't flaws but superpowers. When Tommy finally summons the courage to introduce Mr. Dart to his skeptical classmates, he learns that being true to himself is the real key to friendship and that sometimes the things that make us different are exactly what make us special. This imaginative tale of courage, friendship, and self-acceptance will resonate with any child who has ever felt like an outsider.
The World Through Your Eyes
A beautiful tribute to childhood wonder and the bond between parent and child, The World Through Your Eyes is more than just a story-it's a reminder of how much we can learn from the little ones in our lives.Through Addy's eyes, the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary. A forest trail becomes a path painted by wildlife, a river sparkles with dancing diamonds, and even a tangled mess of fishing line turns into a fun puzzle. With each step of their journey, Addy teaches her mother to slow down, embrace curiosity, and see the magic hidden in the details we so often overlook.For children, this story instills confidence, showing them that their perspectives are valuable and insightful. For adults, it is a gentle nudge to appreciate the simple joys we take for granted. Layered between the lines is a powerful lesson-children don't just learn from us; they teach us, too.This book is a celebration of adventure, perspective, and the love shared between a parent and child. It's an invitation to see the world anew-through the eyes of those who see it best.
Saur Ommebust
Students were once given the opportunity to write their own stories and then have their stories "published" using lamination and plastic binders. A certain teacher wanted in on the fun and made his own. Sadly, his "publishing" attempt led to the books falling apart fairly quickly. So he decided to fix this problem by creating this new book. Hope you enjoy it. Originally published a long time ago, these two stories are given new life in a (hopefully) new binding that won't fall apart if you touch it. The first story is If You Give Mr. Saur A Cookie. Why is this first? Because it is the most popular, and Mr. Saur may get more cookies if you read it. The second story is The Soccer Match. Why is this story included? Because... I wanted the book to be longer. Just deal with it.
Hollow
Don't Let the Forest In meets The Whispering Dark in a queer YA cult horror following a recently diagnosed autistic teen who becomes enmeshed in a community of outcasts harboring sinister secrets. "One of the best horror novels of the year, full stop. Haunting, heartfelt, and downright creepy." --Kamilah Cole, bestselling author of So Let Them Burn After a meltdown in her school cafeteria prompts an unwanted autism diagnosis, Cassie Davis moves back to her hometown in upstate New York, where her mom hopes the familiarity will allow Cassie to feel normal again. Cassie's never truly felt normal anywhere, but she does crave the ease she used to have with her old friends. Problem is that her friends aren't so eager to welcome her back into the fold. They extend an olive branch by inviting her on their backpacking trip to Hollow Ridge, in the upper reaches of the Adirondacks. But when a fight breaks out their first night, Cassie wakes to a barren campsite--her friends all gone. With severe weather approaching and nearing sensory overload, Cassie is saved by a boy named Kaleb, who whisks her away to a compound of artists and outcasts he calls the Roost. As Kaleb tends to her injuries, Cassie begins to feel--for the first time in her life--that she can truly be herself. But as the days pass, strange happenings around the Roost make Cassie question her instincts. Noises in the trees grow louder, begging the question: Are the dangers in the forest, on the trail, or in the Roost itself? In a world where autistic characters rarely get to be the hero of their own stories, Cassie Davis's one-step-back, two-steps-forward journey to unmasking makes Hollow as much a love letter to neurodiversity as it is a haunting tale you'll want to read with the lights on. Read if You Love: Don't Go in the WoodsDeadly Road TripsCottageGOREMalevolent MasksCultsNerd-coreWound-tendingFirst Love
Secrets of the Purple Pearl
The greatest adventures start with secrets. The Porch Sisters are in trouble. It's summertime in Antiquarium, and everyone has flocked to the majestic lakeside Purple Pearl Hotel, including the Krenetics Research Association, a nefarious group of mad scientists. They haven't given up on resurrecting their fearsome leader, Talon Sharktūth, and now they're hot on the trail of the legendary Purple Pearl, a source of power that is rumored to be lost at the bottom of Lake Kagloopy. But Gertrude, Eugenia, and Dee-Dee are on to them, plus their mentor, Millicent Quibb, has a plan! Is it a good plan? Hard to say! But it does involve finding a mysterious creature called a Shrimpmaid, boiling the lake (and everything inside it), and retrieving the pearl before the KRA gets its evil hands on it! While Millicent and the gang work together to prevent the second coming of Talon Sharktūth, the sisters discover more secrets than they bargained for--including where they came from and who they truly are... This is one mad-science summer vacation they'll never forget!
The Seabourne Legacy
When Lola Monteux returns to Port Despardoux after a long journey abroad, she brings back more than the fortune she amassed during her vampire past-she carries with her information about an ancient order of demon hunters that has established operations on her island. But home isn't as she left it. Her tight-knit group of friends has unraveled, tensions simmering beneath the surface as grudges threaten to tear them apart.When danger strikes, the group is forced to take refuge in the hidden passageways and servant's quarters beneath Walt Seabourne's sprawling estate. What begins as a fascinating exploration of the mansion's secrets soon spirals into a waking nightmare as they uncover dark truths buried within its walls. Old magic stirs, awakening vengeful forces tied to the estate's tragic history.As the ghostly hauntings grow more perilous, Lola must lead her friends in unraveling a sinister mystery. Someone-or something-is targeting them, and with each new discovery, the stakes rise.But the clock is ticking, and the cost of failure isn't just their friendship-it could be one of their lives.
Showstopper
"A witty summer camp murder mystery where drama unfolds both on and off the stage . . . . In this love letter to theater life, the joy and passion derived from the art form shine through brightly." --Kirkus ReviewsTAKE YOUR FINAL BOWThe Ghostlight Youth Theater Camp isn't the best program in the world, but to Faye, it's home. Every summer since junior high, Faye and her friends have come together for a monthlong musical-theater intensive. For her last year before graduation, Faye's finally ready to take center stage as her true Afro-Latina self and break out of her white-passing roles. But as Faye steps into her spotlight, complications arise. Suddenly, she's competing with her BFF for lead roles and distracted by the attentions of the new camp hottie. Even when the drama turns deadly, Faye remains determined to make this the best production the Ghostlight has ever seen. It must be a coincidence that the stagehands keep disappearing and having gruesome accidents, right? But dark secrets are hiding behind the scenes, and opening night might turn out to be a bloodbath.
Train of Thought
A big-hearted story from incredible new talent Jess Horn and illustrations by Hayley Wells, Train of Thought is a fun-filled ride through the twists and turns of a runaway imagination. Andy has a brilliant imagination, and it carries him to the most amazing places. Mom calls it his train of thought. But, when it's time for real-world tasks, Andy's train doesn't always stop! Can Andy find a way to be a treasure hunter and sit down in time for dinner? A celebration of different ways of being and thinking, Train of Thought will delight readers aged 3 to 7 - and everyone and anyone who can relate to getting swept up in their imagination! EMBRACE IMAGINATION: empowers young children to use their creativity and imagination to overcome challenges. CELEBRATE NEURODIVERSITY: written from the lens of a neurodiverse child who hyperfocuses, Train of Thought offers constructive and affirming ways of talking about neurodiversity. ENCOURAGE SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL): an excellent aid for kids who can sometimes struggle with self-awareness and self-regulation. AN ADVENTURE-PACKED RIDE: Hayley Wells' illustrations are bursting with colorful detail, as Andy's train journey takes him from one inventive world to the next. PERFECT FOR: Kids (and grown-ups!) with big imaginations Parents, grandparents and carers of neurodiverse children Teachers, librarians and story-time readers Train and transport enthusiasts Fans of Milo Imagines the World (Matt de la Pe簽a) and On a Magical Do-Nothing Day (Beatrice Alemagna).
This Raging Sea
18-year-old Briar Winters must untangle the horrifying eldritch secrets of her picture-perfect coastal town in order to save the boy she loves after he disappears from time itself in this YA dark fantasy for fans of Bly Manor. Historic Loch Creek is a witchy New England tourist trap--but it's just a trap for Briar, who's convinced she'll die there among the waves that devoured her twin brother thirteen years ago. But when her best friend who she's loved since childhood, Finn, vanishes from the seaside carnival, there's only one person who can help Briar find him: Morgan, her biggest enemy who knows her darkest secret. As Briar uncovers hidden truths as deep and dark as the water that haunts her, it quickly becomes clear that Finn has gone much further than anyone could have imagined. He's lost in time, and neither of them are safe. If Briar and Finn look too hard, they might find terrifying answers--not just about what's buried beneath the shores, but also the threads tying them to each other. As past and future collide, the seductive yet evil underwater entity that intends to claim Briar still needs its sacrifice . . . And it's too hungry to go unsated. Equal parts epic bisexual romance and pulse-pounding horror, This Raging Sea is a dual POV dark fantasy as sweepingly powerful as the ocean that threatens to consume everything and everyone Briar has ever loved--prepare to be devoured.
My Cat Is a Secret Agent
In this laugh-out-loud picture book that's purr-fect for fans of Adam Rubin and James Marshall, a girl tries to convince her parents that their cat is really an undercover spy. But when things don't quite go as planned, hilarious hijinks and plenty of feline fun ensue. Samantha knows her cat, Walter, is anything but ordinary--he's a secret agent with the very serious codename Kitty Pants. Unfortunately, no one else appreciates Walter's superspy-ness. Samantha's parents think he's nothing more than your average pet. It's up to Walter to convince them otherwise. Operation Kitty Pants is a go. But will this undercover feline prove his impressive espionage skills battling foes, including a butt-sniffing pup, a wild-haired kitty, and a band of mischievous mice, or will he find his missions compromised? With Samantha's help, perhaps Walter can show that there's a bit of secret agent in all of us. From Daniel J. Mahoney, the author-illustrator of We Don't Eat Our Neighbors, My Cat Is a Secret Agent is a rollicking read-aloud for pet lovers and pet-free families alike--ideal for storytime in the classroom or at home.
Construction Site Hanukkah Lights
Celebrate Hanukkah with the crew from the New York Times bestselling Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series in this heartwarming seasonal board book--the perfect addition to any young reader's holiday library! This lift-the-flap board book features the construction characters kids know and love! Page after page, delightful details are revealed as the crew works together to light the menorah, deliver mounds of gifts, and build a dreidel out of concrete. This heartwarming story centers on Hanukkah at the construction site, making the holiday extra special for little construction fans everywhere. Sherri Duskey Rinker, the New York Times bestselling author of the many popular Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site books, teams with illustrator Shawna J. C. Tenney to bring playful rhyming text and vibrant illustrations to another exciting tale of teamwork, just right for celebrating the Festival of Lights. GREAT HANUKKAH GIFT: The eight days of Hanukkah are full of celebration. This lift-the-flap board book makes a wonderful present for any child or family that loves to share stories of the season. ROLLICKING READ-ALOUD: These bouncing, energetic rhymes make for a tremendously satisfying read-aloud experience, perfect for the energetic kids who love construction. TEACHES TEAMWORK: Like Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site, this latest addition to the series teaches teamwork, collaboration, and working together to solve a problem--real-world skills kids and their grown-ups love. Perfect for: Young truck, tractor, and construction fans Gift-giving for Hanukkah Car or air travel interactive reading Parents, grandparents, teachers, and librarians looking for engaging, action-packed books on team-building and friendship Fans of the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Steam Train, Dream Train series
She Waits for You Beyond the Dark
The finale to Kristen Simmons's masterful horror duology that's "Jumanji but Japanese-inspired" (Kendare Blake) about estranged friends playing a deadly game in a nightmarish folkloric underworld. "Twists, turns, and genuine palpable emotion." --David Levithan - "Haunting and unforgettable." --Melissa de la Cruz - "A nightmare I didn't want to end." --Terry J. Benton-Walker - "Absorbing." --C. L. Herman - "Bone-chilling." --Lauren Shippen - "Heart-pounding." --Margaret Rogerson - "Twisted." --Lish McBride - "Won't let me sleep!" --Chelsea Mueller - "Full of surprises." --C. J. Redwine - "Intense." --Kendare Blake "Death is not an ending, it's simply the next chapter. Do not be afraid to turn the page...." It's been one month since Ian's reunited friends escaped the hellish game of Meido and saved him. The survivors may have sealed the gate to the world of the dead shut and destroyed Empress Izanami, but that doesn't mean they aren't still reeling over the challenges they endured. Trying to relax back in the world of the living, they take solace in the fact that they rescued Ian from the nightmare that tried to steal him away. But there's just one problem--Ian didn't come home alone. The empress--now possessing Ian's heart--hitched a ride into their world and the only way to free Ian from her grasp is to find three artifacts for her, sacred objects which have been hidden across many realms. Unwilling to leave Ian behind a second time, his friends dive into a new deadly game, with terrifying challenges that not only test their mettle, but demand sacrifices--including their very lives. If they don't retrieve the empress's artifacts, Ian will be lost forever, but if they do, it could be the end of their world as they know it.
Off-Road Kidz - Team Work Makes the Dream Work - Colour and Activity Book
Fang, Bang and the Midnight Mouse
At Lane End Farm, Fang and Bang, the clever cat detectives, are called on a daring mission straight to Buckingham Palace! The king's grand birthday ball is about to begin, but there's danger afoot. The Midnight Mouse, a sneaky cheese thief, has her eyes on the biggest cheddar in the kingdom.Disguised as members of the Royal Company of Archers, Fang and Bang join forces with Tilly the guard dog to protect the prized cheese. But when the palace clock strikes twelve, the Midnight Mouse makes her move sending the runaway cheddar rolling through the ballroom with her surfing on top!Can Fang and Bang stop the daring thief, save the cheese, and still make it home to their rickety barn? With dancing kings and queens, flying arrows, and a chase through the palace, this adventure is full of mischief, mystery, and plenty of laughs.
B'sghetti
A children's comedy adventure about a boy called Finn who has a brain that is too big for his head. One night a part of his brain leaks out and over the course of the day it grows into a fully formed exact clone of Finn. The clone is named 'Twin' and is an instant hit at school when he puts some unsavoury characters firmly in their place. When Twin tricks his way into becoming the Prime Minister of Great Britain all seems rosy and Finn and all his friends move to London to become part of Twin's government. However, it does not take long before Twin starts to change, he is all brain and no heart. Twin sees all the wrong in the world and hatches a plan for world domination. Human civilization is under threat and it is up to Finn and his friends to stop Twin.B'sghetti is written with humour as a key element throughout. It contains 100 hand drawn illustrations that bring the book to life and make it impossible not to engage with the story and characters. It is creative, funny, exciting and unpredictable but the most important element in this book is by far the characters in it. The friendship group the book centres around contains 6 characters that are wildly differing in their personalities. They each bring human characteristics that are promoted as equal to just 'academic intelligence', this enables all readers to feel inclusion and acceptance in whoever they are.
Books That Drive Kids Crazy!: The Book That Never Ends
Get ready to turn reading into an interactive game, with lots of laughs along the way, in a choose-your-own-adventure-style quest to find the last page of this book! With strikingly bold text and art, Books That Drive Kids CRAZY! are perfect picks for emergent readers. The series is all about giving parents, teachers, and storytellers a script for fun reading time together. What is up with this nonsense? Kids will demand to know, and all readers will be howling with laughter all along the way. The Book That Never Ends finds a clever new way to extend the silly read aloud fun. Similar to a "choose your own adventure" book, readers' choices will bring them to different pages throughout the book, and they'll need to work together to puzzle out the correct path that brings them to the ending. Here are even more books that will DRIVE KIDS CRAZY: Did You Take the B from My _ook? This Is a Ball This Book Is Red
The Ice Dream Sundays
"What was nice on the ice, like a mixture of spice, our differences made us united."Mia Estelle (M.E.) is a shy little girl, lacking in confidence and acceptance. One unsuspecting Sunday, Mia is taken to the ice rink by her Mum. She is reluctant to try something new and totally unaware that her life is about to change forever.Surprisingly, Mia discovers an unexpected dream, a passion and perhaps the most valuable lesson ever, in that being different gives her somewhere she belongs...with many others who feel just the same.An inspired story of a petite, freckled, ordinary, red-headed little misfit, who finds her tribe, her dream and herself.A chlldren's book about friendship, ice skating which celebrates diversity. With a theme of inclusion and diversity in sport, The Ice Dream Sundays addresses how a common interest can give a sense of acceptance and belonging.
Just the Ref
Nine children run out onto the playground at recess. They grab a soccer ball and break into two teams of four. One little boy stands in the middle, unsure which team will pick him.It's recess, which means it's time to play some soccer! But when nine kids show up to play, one little boy feels left out when he's asked to be "just the ref." What starts as a one-time gig quickly becomes a full-time job as the boy finds himself playing ref every day. But when the ref is absent from school for a few days and the soccer game falls apart, his classmates-and the ref-soon gain a new perspective on all it takes to keep the game going. Just the Ref offers a powerful reminder that everyone has something valuable to contribute and no role is too small.
Henry Is an Artist
⋆"A masterpiece of excremental fiction."--Booklist (starred review) "Calls to mind Harry the Dirty Dog and that classic canine Clifford . . . a delightfully oddball tale." --Kirkus reviews A hilariously funny and unique story about Henry, a dog who is disappointed when the new pieces of "art" he creates each day on his walks to the park are continuiously thrown in the garbage! Henry is a dedicated artist, a master sculptor, and . . . a dog. Each day on his walks to the park, he leaves his new "art" for people to admire. But his sculptures keep getting tossed in the garbage without even being noticed! That is until, one day, when someone quite unexpected falls in love with his work and at last Henry has his moment to shine. This tongue-in-cheek and truly unique picture book about creativity, perseverence, and, well, poop, is a hilarious ode to undiscovered artists everywhere. Perfect for readers who loved No One Likes a Fart, My Butt is So Noisy, and Peter Reynolds's Creatrilogy.
Friendship or Foul Play
Fans of Barbara O'Connor, Kate DiCamillo, and Katherine Applegate will love this heartwarming story about friendship, jealousy, and what it means to be part of a team.An intermediate chapter book for preteen girls ages 8-12!Friendship of Foul Play is an exciting, contemporary coming-of-age story ideal for preteen girls ages 8-12.Taylor is a rising basketball star determined to win the most valuable player award. But when a talented new student joins the team, life gets a lot more complicated. Positions are challenged and friendships are tested.How can she focus on basketball? Her parents are fighting, her brother is a pain, and there's a toddler and puppy to deal with. Everything is a priority, except for her.As she struggles through challenging new situations, strained friendships, and troubles at home, can Taylor discover how to put her team first and still win?Great for fans of: Raina Telgemeier (Guts, Smile, Sisters, Ghosts, Drama)How to Steal a Dog and WishThe Baby-Sitter's ClubJudy BlumeEmily WindsnapShelve with: Middle grade fictionPreteen girlsIntermediate chapter books for girls 8-12Books about friendshipBooks about sportsBooks about basketball
Jake Murphy - The Karate Choke
If your child enjoyed Holes, Hatchet, or Restart, they'll love The Karate Choke. An intermediate chapter book for preteen boys ages 8-12!Anxiety stinks, especially when you're the smartest kid in the school.Jake Murphy is known as 'The Brain' at Central Elementary School, but even he can't outsmart the anxiety that makes him choke under pressure. During a presentation in front of his classmates, Jake's anxiety takes over and he completely chokes. He gets relentlessly bullied by mean classmates and thinks his life couldn't possibly get any worse.He's wrong... In an effort to help him 'build character, ' Jake's parents sign him up for karate lessons. Now, Jake must learn how to deal with his anxiety and figure out how to survive karate class.Great for fans of: Cobrai KaiThe Karate KidWay of the Warrior KidMax CrumblyMax and the MidKnightsShelve with: Middle grade fictionChapter books for boys 8-12 years oldIntermediate chapter booksBooks that deal with anxietyBooks about karateBooks about kindnessMartial Arts books
