Ben Yokoyama and the Cookie of Destiny
A cross-country road trip takes a turn for the weird when 10-year-old Ben discovers a stowaway in the family camper! Hijincks hit the gas as two besties go the distance to save their friendship in this funny, heartfelt middle grade caper. Ben Yokoyama is not moving to California. But his parents seem to think otherwise. It's a great opportunity, they say, never mind that Ben will have to leave his best friend Janet behind--possibly forever. A day into the dreaded cross-country drive, Ben discovers that Janet has secretly stowed away. This is amazing news! Now they can stay friends and start a new life in California. Schemes are hatched, rules are bent, puppies are adopted and bowling alley parking lots set the stage for a brand new pop duo to get their big break. From the husband-and-wife, author-and-illustrator duo that brought you Ben Yokoyama and the Cookie of Doom comes a series finale so epic it will make you want to read the whole thing over again.
Princess Battle Royale
In this action-packed picture book, the fairytale princesses compete in an epic MMA (that's mixed magical arts) tournament and try to defeat the reigning champion, the Swan Princess! Welcome, ladies and gents to the WPW: World Princess Wrestling! Princesses from all over the globe will battle for a chance to be crowned victor and wear the Enchanted Championship Belt. But first, they have to defeat the reigning champ: the baddest bird of the ballet--Swan Princess! Rapunzel the Reaper is up first, but her signature Hair Whiplash is defeated by the Swan Princess' Plie Driver! Next up, we have the Little Mermaid, but she finds herself in her own tail jail. Sleeping Beauty gives it a go and is put in a sleeper hold. Round after round, one princess after another goes down at the wings of the current titleholder. Can anyone take down this Brawny Swan?! It turns out that Little Red has been watching from the sidelines and is ready to activate Wolf Mode and enter the ring. Could this once-overlooked towel girl be the hero that these princesses need? With words by Phaea Crede and illustrations by New York Times bestselling illustrator Jen Hill, this is a thrilling picture book that is filled with puns and is a fresh take on the world's well-known fairytale characters.
Moo Deng Says No!
A funny, cute celebration of the world's first pygmy hippo influencer, Moo Deng, for children ages 2-5. Meet Moo Deng, the world's first pygmy hippo influencer. She's cute, she wants your snacks, and she loves to be the star of the show. Just don't try to sneak anything green into her food or tell her it's time for bed . . . .
Lucy's Lost Socks
Lucy's Lost Socks is relatable to all, as we all have the experience of losing socks either in the wash or in the dryer. In Lucy's story her socks are characters who are in a large box where she keeps her missing socks. The socks take on fictional human personalities. The text flows with rhythm with the use of assonance and alliteration to engage a young readership.
Wobblybat & Whirlyball
Wobblybat & Whirlyball is a playful, rhyming picture book that introduces little readers to the joy of cricket-and the even greater joy of learning through every wobble and miss.Wobblybat is a spirited little bat with big dreams but a lot to figure out. Whirlyball, a confident red cricket ball, spins in with advice, encouragement, and cheer.Together, they fumble, giggle, and train through dropped catches and wild swings-until Game Day arrives and Wobblybat finally finds his swing.Full of heart, humour, and movement, this empowering story celebrates resilience, teamwork, and the magic of believing in yourself.Perfect for early readers, budding athletes, and families who love sports with soul.
Let's Play!
Let's Play! encourages children to participate in sports just for the fun of it. Adorable illustrations of all kinds of kids doing all kinds of activities will surely hit a cord with any child. From tennis to football, baseball, basketball, soccer, skateboarding to dancing and more - this book is full of ideas on ways to be physically active.The importance of play should not be underestimated for the physical, emotional, and mental health of a child. Surveys show that 62% of kids don't play sports, and many sports lose kids by age 11 simply because sports are no longer fun. Sports are for everyone - young and old, able-bodied or not. Start young and play for fun.
Say Freeze
What started as a little prank, blew out to something WILD! Josie giggled with delight. A first-class PRANKSTER child. Josie loves a bit of mischief and will do anything to make people laugh. But has she gone too far this time? What will happen when the wind changes? And will things ever change back?
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories: Deluxe Collector's Edition
Scare yourself silly with this deluxe collector's edition of the #1 bestselling Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories by Jeff Kinney--the international bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series--featuring foil finishes, stenciled edges, a bonus punch-out mask, and more! Grab a flashlight, crawl under the covers, and dive into the twisted, unexpectedly hilarious world of Rowley Jefferson's imagination. You'll meet zombies, vampires, ghosts, and much more in these comically terrifying tales. This deluxe collector's edition makes the perfect gift and includes a host of special features, including: A cover featuring orange foil details A cloth spine with foil type Zombie-themed black, orange, and white stenciled edges A full-color punch-out bat mask, exclusive to this edition Rowley's spooky stories might leave you laughing, but beware--you could end up sleeping with the lights on! And don't miss Rowley Jefferson's first two awesome friendly books, the instant #1 bestsellers Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson's Journal and Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure!
It Sounded Like a Good Idea... (And Other Life Lessons)
It sounded Like a Good Idea... (And Other Life Lessons) is a playful, heartfelt poetry collection that embraces the hilarious, humbling, and occasionally sticky moments of growing up. Whether it's leaping before looking, laughing too loudly in class, or learning a lesson the hard way, these poems remind us that life's messes often come with meaning.Aimed at young readers (but secretly written for anyone who's ever been a kid), this book invites everyone to laugh, reflect, and feel seen-no matter their age or background. Through humor and honesty, it celebrates the beautiful, bumbling process of becoming ourselves.And don't forget to keep your eyes peeled! A curious little puppy is hidden in each poem's illustration-and even on the book cover. See if you can spot it as youread!
It Sounded Like a Good Idea... (And Other Life Lessons)
It sounded Like a Good Idea... (And Other Life Lessons) is a playful, heartfelt poetry collection that embraces the hilarious, humbling, and occasionally sticky moments of growing up. Whether it's leaping before looking, laughing too loudly in class, or learning a lesson the hard way, these poems remind us that life's messes often come with meaning.Aimed at young readers (but secretly written for anyone who's ever been a kid), this book invites everyone to laugh, reflect, and feel seen-no matter their age or background. Through humor and honesty, it celebrates the beautiful, bumbling process of becoming ourselves.And don't forget to keep your eyes peeled! A curious little puppy is hidden in each poem's illustration-and even on the book cover. See if you can spot it as youread!
Scavengers: #7
Chase's cousin Zoe is running for school president, and in the midst of helping her prep, a group of students called the Scavengers are wreaking havoc on Chase for turning down their invitation. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Chapter Books is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
Spirit Week Shenanigans: #8
Chase wants to relax after a tough week, but he has to compete in the Spirit Week Competition to keep Wyatt and his red ninjas from getting stronger. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Chapter Books is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
Scavengers Strike Back: #9
The Scavengers are back and they've brought their eighth grade leader, and if that isn't enough, Chase's friends are getting framed for the destruction of the new Buchanan statue. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Chapter Books is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
My Worst Frenemy: #10
Chase's attention is stretched between a crazy robotics competition, an annoying pirate poser, and making a deal with the ex-leader of the red ninja clan to help him get his team back. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Chapter Books is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
Beware of the Supermoon: #11
The Astronomy Club is hosting an overnight for the supermoon, but the red and green ninjas have secretly planned a finishing move for Wyatt and a kid makes Chase an offer he can't refuse. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Chapter Books is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
Suckerpunch: #12
A mystery kid named Anonymoose has started posting pictures of ninjas all over the place and promises to reveal Chase's identity at the school dance Zoe's been planning. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Chapter Books is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
Amusement For Good Children, By G.s.c. Or, An Exhibition Of Comic Pictures, By Bob Sketch
Amusement For Good Children, By G.s.c. Or, An Exhibition Of Comic Pictures, By Bob Sketch
The Creeping
Romance, friendship, and bone-chilling fear fill the pages of this "haunting modern-day folktale" (April Genevieve Tucholke, author of Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea) about a teen whose repressed memories begin to surface when a body is discovered in her small town--now with updated text and a brand-new look! Twelve years ago, Stella and Jeanie vanished while picking strawberries. Stella returned minutes later with no memory of what happened. Jeanie was never seen or heard from again. Now Stella is seventeen and ready for everyone to move on already. Yes, she's the lucky survivor of her town's ugly legacy, but she's looking forward, not back. This coming summer, Stella has a great best friend, a hookup with an irresistibly crooked smile, and two months of beach days stretching out before her. Then the body of a little girl washes up in an ancient cemetery after a mudslide, and she has red hair just like Jeanie did. Suddenly memories of that haunting day begin to return, and when Stella discovers that other red-headed girls have gone missing as well, she begins to suspect something sinister is at work. Before the summer ends, Stella may learn the hard way that when you hunt for monsters, you might find them.
Oh, Mare! Camping Chaos
"The perfect picture book for little campers, packed with laughter, mischief, and marshmallows."Meet Mare-the spunky, unstoppable whirlwind who can turn even the quietest campsite into a comedy show. Whether she's turning the tent into a giant burrito, feeding socks to the campfire, or chasing fireflies she swears are aliens, Mare's adventures will have kids giggling and parents nodding in recognition.With bold, humorous illustrations and simple, playful text, Oh, Mare! Camping Chaos is perfect for fans of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! This delightful book captures the messy, hilarious side of family trips that parents will remember-and kids will want to read again and again.
Deep Water
From the author of Escape Room comes a new pulse-quickening read! How do you outrun danger when you're trapped at sea? Welcome to No Exit. The place for you, so that others are safe. Vesper thought a ten-day cruise would be the perfect escape from her troubled life. But when the ship leaves the harbor, she quickly realizes this is no ordinary vacation. She's has been enrolled in No Exit, a sinister program to reeducate bullies. Now, Vesper and her fellow passengers are about to confront their darkest fears and deepest regrets. As the days pass, the ship becomes a floating prison where the rules are brutal and the punishments deadly. With each new challenge, the teens must navigate physical and psychological trials that push them to their limits. And not everyone will make it back alive.
Teddy vs. the Snuggly Menace
A vividly illustrated, action-packed horror comedy series for fans of Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat and My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish!Teddy and his friends embark on their most hilarious and hair-raising adventure yet when an unexpected ally challenges the sinister foes of the Ravensbarrow forest.It was hard enough living next to Ravensbarrow's mysterious forest, where evil may lurk behind every tree. Now, Teddy is being tormented by the adorable horror known as Hashbrown--a frightful corgi who gnaws on his frazzled nerves with "unfettered corgish malice." Thank goodness Teddy's beloved cat, Mr. Fuzzikins, knows how to soothe an anxious soul--that is, until Mr. Fuzzikins transforms from a snuggly floof into the indomitable Hunter Hollowfang. Determined to protect Teddy at any cost, Hunter disappears into the forest with a promise to confront its most formidable forces. Before long, he's built a fearsome reputation for taking on the ravenous giant trainyard dog; the odorific, shape-shifting alien worm; and even the mutinous hamsters of doom. But Teddy can't accept that his cuddly buddy is gone for good, so with the help of his misfit friends, he sets off on a perilous quest to bring Mr. Fuzzikins home.
The Big Red Book of Munsch Books
A bright new red edition in our smash hit Robert Munsch deluxe collection series!For generations, superstar storyteller Robert Munsch has been writing about fiercely independent, empowered kids. This iconic special collection honors Munsch's legacy with gorgeous first-edition reproductions of bestselling Munsch classics so you can see how the now-classic books looked when they were first introduced to the world!The Big Red Book of Munsch Books includes: The Fire StationWait and SeePigsJonathan Cleaned Up-Then He Heard a SoundAngela's AirplanePLUS! A letter from Robert Munsch about how these wacky and wonderful stories came to be adored the world over.Robert Munsch is THE authority on stories kids love to hear read aloud! Two of his books, The Paper Bag Princess, and Love You Forever, appeared on The New York Times list of the top 100 children's books. Since his first book was published in 1979, over 80 million Munsch books have been sold in over 30 countries and territories and in 25 languages.50 languages & dialects, 34 territories & countries, 87 million books sold
Rabbit & Bear: This Lake Is Fake!
It's Spring, but Rabbit is fed up because it's not as perfect as he thought. Now Rabbit and Bear are off to find a Perfect World in this story full of hope, friendship, and . . . an island made of chocolate? Rabbit is upset that Spring isn't all that he thought it would be. But Bear thinks if they work hard, they can make things better. Rabbit has a much better plan--to go across the lake in search of a perfect world. What will Rabbit and Bear find on this very long journey with no breakfast? Find out in this hysterical addition to the beloved Rabbit & Bear series. With humorous illustrations throughout, the Rabbit & Bear series captures the attention of readers with its honest characters, sticky situations, and occasional poop jokes.
Good Night, Ninjas
Fans of Little Kunoichi the Ninja Girl will love this adorable "good night" board book that playfully captures a little ninja and her ninja pet rabbit's moments resisting bedtime, until sleep comes at last! It's bedtime for Little Kunoichi the Ninja Girl, but she and her pet rabbit aren't ready to go to sleep. After all, ninjas don't go to bed! Ninjas twirl, climb, and jump! They sneak treats, have a ninja pajama fashion show, and read stories about magical creatures. But as the night wears on, will these little ninjas finally surrender to sleep? With its adorable illustrations and playful text, Good Night, Ninjas captures the universal bedtime struggle in a delightfully unique way, blending Japanese cultural elements with the familiar bedtime routine.
Ada, Go, Go, Go!
Ready? Set? They're off! An exciting race takes a detour for kindness when Ada and her animal pals hop on their scooters and go, go, go. The competition is starting! Is that Monkey swinging into the lead? Is Elephant stomping ahead? Looks like Duck is catching up! Now Lion is overtaking, and . . . oops! Someone has taken a spill--and everyone stops to make sure she's OK. In a simple story with bold, engaging illustrations, little ones will feel the thrill of the race, empathize with Ada when she falls--and be relieved when her friends' support helps her get back up and race to the finish line. Hooray!
Giving Away Smiles Little Stories for Girls and Boys By Lady Hershey for Her Little Brother Mr. Linguini
Kindness will always put a smile on your face, and will make everyone around you feel much happier, too!This little storybook is full of positive messages and cheerful pictures, and will give children ideas to make every day a bit brighter.
The Whisperings
Burn Our Bodies Down meets Delicious Monsters in this terrifying new young adult horror by acclaimed master of the macabre Joel A. Sutherland. Joana and her younger brother Peter aren't used to setting down roots. Ever since the violent murder of their mother, their father can't stay in one place for long, haunted by the literal ghosts of the past. He has what he calls "the Whisperings," and will do anything to protect his children from the horrors that torment him. When the family moves to Burlington, Vermont, Joana thinks they've finally found a place to call home. They rent the lower half of a creepy yet comfortable mansion downtown, and Joana actually begins to fit in at school, thanks in part to Willem, a handsome (and single) classmate. But a near-death experience awakens the Whisperings in Joana, and she soon realizes her family isn't the only family living in the house. She meets the Keils -- ghosts forced to relive their own gruesome murders every night. As they say, misery loves company . . . and suddenly, Joana is forced to protect the ones closest to her from a supernatural threat, in this horrifying haunted house story for teen readers.
Gherkins on the Sauce
Grapes with loose lips, monsters lurking and a King out to prove himself. What could possibly go wrong?The Gherkins are mistaken for critters by the rumours spread by grapes, so King Plum steps up to save the day turning everything sour.Book four of the Gherkins on the Sauce Series featuring grapes from the garden the spread rumours. The rumours lead to the Gherkins being hunted by King Plum and his Banana Army.
