Off-Road Kidz - Team Work Makes the Dream Work - Colour and Activity Book
Off-Road Kidz: Team Work Makes the Dream Work is an action-packed color and activity book that celebrates the power of collaboration and creativity. Join the Off-Road Kidz crew as they navigate wild terrains, solve challenges, and discover that the best adventures happen when everyone works together.With bold illustrations to color, puzzles to crack, and teamwork-themed activities, this book fuels imagination while teaching kids the value of unity, friendship, and helping hands. Whether at home, in the classroom, or on the go, it's the perfect companion for young explorers ready to dream big and roll together.Let's hit the trail-because when we ride as one, anything is possible!
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
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.
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.
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
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.
Hank Meets Frank
Lovable antihero Hank the goose is back to in this hilarious friendship picture book for kids, just right for fans of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus. Cousin Frank is the perfect little angel...or so everyone thinks. But when he pulls a prank and Hank gets blamed, it's game on! Will the two EVER learn that it's more fun to play together? Hank the goose is back to match wits with Cousin Frank, who's as sweet as pie...or is he? Everyone encourages Hank to be on his best behavior, but when Frank sneakily pulls a prank and Hank gets blamed, it's game on! The two try to one-up each other, with hilarious consequences. Children will giggle at Hank and Frank's silly antics and will love watching their hilarious pranks unfold, while grown-ups will appreciate the themes of friendship and being considerate of others.
Go Go Dodo!
Readers will adore shouting "There's something behind you!" in this simple yet hilarious read for all ages, where text and art tell two sides of the same story. A carefree dodo takes a gentle stroll through a very friendly jungle, across a very peaceful swamp, and over a very gentle sea . . . completely unaware that not only is the journey full of peril, but that a VERY hungry tiger is following close behind! What will happen when they enter the very dangerous grass?
Siarra Jones Skating Into Trouble
Fans of Barbara O'Connor, Kate DiCamillo, and Katherine Applegate will love this heartwarming story about ice skating, best friends, and the importance of never giving up on your dreams!★★★★★ "This was a great story, really girl-friendly and empowering."★★★★★ "Every classroom, daycare, and home library needs to have a copy of this book readily available."★★★★★ "Subtly teaches lessons about anger, perseverance, and so much more."★★★★★ "My niece is a figure skater and LOVED this book."An intermediate chapter book for preteen girls ages 8-12! Ice skating, best friends, and the importance of not giving up when things get hard.Siarra and her best friend Mia start their new ice skating lessons, hoping to win the chance to join an elite skating group. But they soon discover the journey will be even harder than expected.Besides mastering all the new skating techniques, Siarra faces a faster skater who bullies her, making her doubt her skills and affecting her progress. And because no one else notices the bullying, she has to make some hard choices.Will Siarra give up on her dream, or find a way to overcome the skating bully and regain her confidence?This heartwarming coming-of-age story examines the friendships, struggles, and triumphs that come with growing up.Skating into Trouble is an exciting, coming-of-age story ideal for preteen girls ages 8-12.Recommended for: grade two, grade three, grade four, grade five, and grade six girlsRecommended reading levels: Intermediate chapter books and middle grade books for girlsRecommended for: eight year old girl, nine year old girl, ten year old, eleven year old girl, and twelve-year old girlSkating Into Trouble and all books in the entire friendship series can be read in any order. Great for fans of: Friendship or FameRaina Telgemeier (Guts, Smile, Sisters, Ghosts, Drama)How to Steal a Dog and WishThe Baby-Sitter's ClubJudy BlumeEmily WindsnapBarbara O'ConnorKatherine ApplegateShelve with: Middle grade fictionPreteen girlsIntermediate chapter books for girls 8-12Books about friendship for girlsBooks about sports for girlsBooks about skating for girls
Big Nate: Genius Mode
Nate thinks studying is no sweat, but Francis tries to convince him to hit the books. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Chapter Books is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
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.
Finky and the Supermasive Black Hole
This fun, colourful children's space adventure centres around a small green, courageous alien creature named Finky Gadfly. One morning, the inhabitants of the planet Fornax 4, notice a huge black circle in the sky. Naturally, everyone is worried about this strange phenomenon. Finky tells them he will fly off into space to investigate. He discovers a supermassive black hole so powerful that it could destroy their planet. He is transported to the other side of the Milky Way Galaxy in search of a new home for his fellow creatures. During his journey, Finky discovers many different worlds, but most of them are unsuitable for habitation. After much searching, he finally finds the perfect planet for them to relocate to. However, on his way back home his spaceship breaks down. Fortunately, he is rescued by some friendly aliens in a large, super-fast spaceship, who agree to take him back to his home planet. They speed off and arrive just in time to save his friends.
The Gorgy Creech
A highly amusing and quirky picture book that sees two comical creatures fighting for the limelight. Giggle and then smile as this witty tale concludes with a heartwarming message of unity and friendship.The Gorgy Creech is an incredibly gorgeous creature! Adored by fans and the media's favourite celeb, the Gorgy Creech has the world at its feet. But now there's a new kid on the block! Enter Titchy Glitzy Gasbag, a creature who's catching the limelight. Will the Gorgy Creech become a has-been? Or maybe there's room for two megastars in this town. A fun-filled, hilarious story on how 'being popular' versus 'taking a knock' can have a happy ending, especially when people are generous and where unity prevails over selfishness.A charming story with vibrant and lively illustrations to captivate young children.
Grind: An Ode to Skateboarding
Try an ollie; take to the air! Jump and land; show off your flair! Award-winning author - and one time skateboard mom - Carole Boston Weatherford helps budding thrill seekers learn the ropes of skateboarding in this exciting and rhythmic ode to the culture surrounding this extreme sport. Illustrator N矇stor Omar Garc穩a L籀pez provides graphic art in each spread that depicts the exhilaration, creativity, and freedom of the world of skateboarding. His artistic vision complements Weatherford's adrenaline-fueled commentary of the sport, from the execution of daring tricks to the serene contemplation while cruising down the street. This duo successfully transports the reader to the essence of skateboarding culture and experience. Grind: An Ode to Skateboarding provides an A-to-Z learning experience for young readers, beginning with the selection of the right board, decking it out with personal designs and decals, and even selecting the proper safety gear to avoid injury. Readers will even learn how to fall the proper way, because of course, "Trust that for every trick you nail, you'll first fall, so learn to bail". Skateboarding terminology is all over the pages of this book as well. Kick turns, ollies, heelflips, grinds, boardslides, and many other terms are used to teach the reader all about skateboarding. All these terms are gathered in a glossary at the end of the book. After reading this book, budding skateboarders will most definitely find their groove on the street or in the bowl. Who knows, with all the spinning, grinding, and airborne tricks, their dreams could eventually be realized with a trip to the Olympics!
Climbing Giant Rock
Join Rocco the rock climbing broccoli, on an adventure up Giant Rock. While Rocco is distracted by speeding through his climb, a friendly bird comes to observe his adventure. The bird watches as Rocco rushes through all of the moves, all the way to the hardest part of the climb. Will Rocco make it without falling? More importantly, will he slow down enough to enjoy the nature at his fingertips?
Max and the Red Vacuum Cleaner
Max could have any toy he wants-but there's only one thing on his mind: the red vacuum cleaner. It's loud, it's powerful, and to Max, it's the most exciting thing in the world. When Mom offers trucks, monkeys, goldfish, hamsters, and even shiny new cars, Max won't budge. The vacuum is all he wants. But when Mom actually needs to clean, a hilarious tug-of-war begins-turning a simple household chore into a laugh-out-loud showdown filled with pets, zoo animals, and wild surprises. With playful twists, big emotions, and plenty of sound effects, Max and the Red Vacuum Cleaner is a lively, fast-paced picture book perfect for ages 3-7. Parents and kids alike will enjoy the joyful chaos, silly humor, animal antics, and warm heart behind Max's obsession.
Luc穩a's Goals / Los Goles de Luc穩a
In Luc穩a's small hometown, girls weren't supposed to play soccer and they definitely weren't supposed to be good at it either. But Luc穩a was determined to prove everyone wrong! En el peque簽o pueblo natal de Luc穩a, se supon穩a que las ni簽as no jugaban al f繳tbol, y mucho menos se supon穩a que fueran buenas en 矇l. 癒Pero Luc穩a estaba decidida a demostrarles a todos que estaban equivocados!Whenever Luc穩a played soccer, she imagined herself as a professional futbolista. She sprinted and dribbled, headed and juggled, zigged and zagged, kicked her best kicks, and scored "Goal!" after "Goal!" After finally getting the chance to join an all-female soccer team, Luc穩a set her sights on becoming the best goal scorer anyone had ever seen. Told in English and Spanish, Luc穩a's Goals / Los goles de Luc穩a is a rousing story about a young girl's determination to defy gender stereotypes and break through barriers. Luc穩a's story will inspire readers of all ages to take charge on and off the field to achieve their GOALS! Siempre que Luc穩a jugaba al f繳tbol, se imaginaba como una futbolista profesional. Corr穩a y regateaba, daba cabezazos y hac穩a malabares, zigzagueaba de ac獺 para all獺, daba sus mejores patadas y marcaba gol tras gol! Despu矇s de finalmente tener la oportunidad de unirse a un equipo de f繳tbol exclusivamente femenino, Luc穩a se propuso convertirse en la mejor goleadora que nadie jam獺s hubiera visto. Narrada en ingl矇s y espa簽ol, Luc穩a's Goals / Los goles de Luc穩a es una historia conmovedora sobre la determinaci籀n de una joven para desafiar los estereotipos de g矇nero y romper barreras. 癒La historia de Luc穩a inspirar獺 a lectores de todas las edades a tomar las riendas dentro y fuera del campo para alcanzar sus GOLS!
When Auggie Learned to Play Chess
In this heartfelt picture book, a shy kid's dad teaches him how to play chess... and chess gives him the confidence to make a new friend. When Auggie finds an old chessboard that once belonged to his grandfather, he decides he wants to learn how to play chess. And his dad, his Tatâ, is happy to teach him. They've just moved to a new town, and Auggie is struggling to make friends at his new school. In the big, busy hallways, he feels like a tiny pawn. But after every hard day at school, he can't wait to play chess with his dad. Slowly, slowly, he gets better at the game... until he can beat Tata! Then, Auggie finds a chessboard in his classroom. When he sees that another boy looks interested in it, he knows just what to do: he can teach Luke how to play chess, too! Here is a moving father-son story that shows how chess helps one boy feel at home in a new environment.
Big Book of Feelings
James O'Brien uses potatoes to make marvelous, bold, animal characters--with attitude--who star in this brilliant debut picture book. Get ready for a kaleidoscope of big, bright, bold colors, as James O'Brien's distinctive potato-printed illustrations and funny quips help children navigate a range of feelings and emotions' from fabulous and joyful to bored and vain. These great characters explore feelings with humor and pathos, building self-awareness and knowledge of the world. Each feeling is explored through the eyes of a particular animal, providing much scope for discussion between caregiver and child.
Wombat
Now a board book! Fans of You Loves Ewe's witty wordplay and Jon Klassen's wry illustrations will love this playful story packed with wombats, twobats, threebats, and morebats. This wombat-shaped book is strikingly silly, and with its funny words, it's a perfect gift for babies and toddlers--and very fun to read aloud! From wombat to squarebat to roundbat and longbat--no bat is left out in this silly and sweet marsupial love story. Quirky, playful text paired with simple, humorous illustrations makes for a hilarious repeat read that babies, toddlers, and their grown-ups can enjoy. A perfect baby gift to be read aloud again and again, Wombat will leave littlebats, middlebats, and whopperbats alike giggling and begging for . . . morebats!
Ice Cream and Me Are Meant to Be
Ice Cream and Me Are Meant to BeAn Irresistible Celebration of Ice Cream, Imagination, and Fun!Do you love ice cream? Do you dream of it day and night? Get ready for a sweet, fun-filled adventure with a little boy who just can't get enough of his favorite frozen treat! Packed with delightful rhymes and colorful illustrations, this book will have kids (and ice cream lovers of all ages) laughing, smiling, and craving a scoop or two.From dreaming about ice cream to eating it for days, Ice Cream and Me Are Meant to Be captures the pure joy and excitement of that creamy, dreamy dessert. With each page, readers are whisked away into a world of endless flavors, playful moments, and a deep, sugary love for ice cream. Whether it's the crispy crunch of a cone or the silky swirl of a sundae, this story is a delicious reminder of the little things that make us happiest.And as an extra treat, the book includes a writing prompt to inspire young minds to explore their own passions and dreams-whether it's their favorite food, hobby, or something else that fills them with joy. A perfect way to encourage creativity and self-expression!Get ready for a spoonful of fun, love, and endless sweetness-because Ice Cream and Me really are Meant to Be!
Ratbags 3: Best of Pests
Humans have had enough of rats and their ratbag ways. Even Mr Pecky has stopped giving them pizza. But things get taken to a whole new level when robot minks with laser eyes roam the streets, ready to destroy all ratbags, stray cats and jazz musicians! How are the ratbags to survive the humans' latest pest control? By joining forces with their enemy, naturally! With Cracker and the ratbags on the same team, things are about to get really hairy!
Touching Grass
"A story readers are going to love. What a fun read." --Richard Van Camp, author of The Lesser Blessed and BeastWinner of Middle Grade Book of the Year at the 2025 Northern Lights Book Awards A Calgary Public Library Best Book of the Year An Indigo Top Ten Kids' Book of 2025From the author of the Governor General's Award-shortlisted, Silver Birch Award finalist Mortified, a funny, heartfelt middle-grade novel about a young gamer who is sent to "touch grass" at a Dene First Nation culture campTristen would do anything to avoid going outside. The bugs sting, the snakes are poisonous, the heat will kill you if the cold doesn't, and bodies of water? Forget it. Tristen likes it best indoors, deep in his online world where it's safe, with his online friends. Something he has a hard time with IRL.But Tristen is in trouble at school again, and the principal is threatening to kick him out of this third school in two years. His mom believes the answer is to get Tristen off the games and in touch with nature and his Dene roots. This means Tristen has to spend a week at a culture camp in the wilderness. It's his worst nightmare!And at first it is a nightmare--no internet, no phone reception, no Bepsi!--and Tristen has no idea how to do any of the skills the other kids seem to do easily. But soon, with some surprising new friends, a few patient teachers and a little help from technology, Tristen begins to think he might be able to hack this nature stuff after all."I think it's so important for kids to see themselves in books, and our area isn't often included. I think kids from the North who read this will feel included. I think they will laugh when they read it. I sure did." --Ronelda Robillard, Hatchet Lake Denesųliné First Nation, Treaty 10"I am Dene, and I come from an Athabasca Dene community. I endorse Touching Grass. This book, with its themes of resilience, survival and the importance of community, resonates deeply with the Saskatchewan community. . . . We would love kids everywhere to read it!" --Rosalie Tsannie-Burseth, Hatchet Lake Denesųliné First Nation, Treaty 10
Tales from the Toy Box
In these ten heartwarming stories, well-loved toys reminisce about days gone by, remembering hopes and dreams, accidents and adventures, and the human beings who have loved them. Jenny Press's charming illustrations bring all the toys to life, making this a perfect book to share with little ones at bedtime. You may never look at old toys in the same way again! ,
A Pond, a Poet, and Three Pests
A funny new fable about artistic creation and chasing fame, imagined by award-winning author Caroline Adderson, and inspired by one of Japan's most famous haikus, "The Old Pond." Bashō, a 17th-century poet on an evening walk, stops to rest next to a murky old pond. Here, readers may expect he will encounter the frog that inspired his renowned poem: Old pond-- Frog jumps in Splash! But before the frog came the mosquito, who smells blood: "My life?" she whines, "It could fill a book of poetry!" And before the mosquito came the lily, who perfumes the air, hoping to be immortalized in a poem. And before the lily came the carp, who flutters her tail in the poet's face. In a twist that would have delighted Bashō, a Zen Buddhist, the fame-seeking creatures cause only their own suffering. Instead, the inspiration for Bashō's poem comes from a frog that only wants a morning swim. Splash! Illustrator Lauren Tamaki, winner of the Sibert Medal, paints a memorable cast of characters with great wit and empathy. Her swirling inks bridge the story's traditional setting and its lightly modern lesson about fame, inspiration, and art. Includes end matter with information about Bashō and haiku. Key Text Features biographical information biographical note dialogue further information historical context historical note illustrations informational note literary references poems Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.2 Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their central message or lesson. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.4 Identify words and phrases in stories or poems that suggest feelings or appeal to the senses. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.7 Use illustrations and details in a story to describe its characters, setting, or events.
If I Were A Crayon
When a young budding artist's favorite crayon goes missing, it leads to a whimsical search filled with imaginative possibilities! Join Janey on an adventure as she ponders, "If I were a crayon, where would I hide?" From treetops to pirate ships, discover the colourful places a crayon might wander in this delightful tale of creativity and determination. Create a wonderful bonding experience and engagement as this enticing book offers wonderful literary knowledge for young readers. Providing a great learning experience, and opening up a world of questions at home or in any classroom. A must read for teachers of every kind!
The Surfing Saint
Jonny B arrives unexpectedly to coach a group of dejected trainee surf-lifesavers - and turns everything around: he shows his prot矇g矇es how to deal with bullies, cheats, thieves, grumpy old men, parents, self-doubt - and even heroes! - as he guides them on their ride through the rite of passage that is "getting your bronze"...The Second Edition of this classic for young teens has been extensively revised, rewritten, and in several places expanded to include new characters and adventures, maps, a glossary, and perhaps even a little extra fun! It tackles the themes of early-teenhood in a fun and encouraging way, and almost every chapter ends with an uplifting homily or anecdote that punctuates the piece.Not a Superhero, just super......and a hero (sort of)!.....Say G'day to Jonny Byron, the most likeable legend from the land of sun and surf since... forever!Is Jonny magic, or just super-lucky?Can he really conjure up perfect surf out of nowhere? Talk to dolphins?Ride two surfboards at once?Does he really break all the rules? Or is he just righting wrongs?Is he a Scallywag, or a Saint?Join surf-buddies Keira and Beauas they ride the wave of fun and adventure with their new surf-coach, Jonny B.Dive right in as Jonny deftly turns the tables on cheats, bullies, thieves, grouches, and even self-doubt!You might not learn to surf, but you might well learn a few new tricks - or even a new song!Read on: You're in for the ride of your life!This book is designed to be both entertaining and educational. The characters, lifestyles, and language depicted are authentic - albeit fictional - but many of the locations are absolutely real, and there is a map at the front of the book to help you navigate the storyline.Words that may be unfamiliar to young readers, non-surfers, or to those from outside Australia, have been printed in bold when they first appear, with explanations supplied in an alphabetically arranged glossary at the end of the book.Though primarily of interest to pre-teen and young teenage surf-lifesavers, we are confident that those who have never seen the sea - and adults too - will enjoy these stories, and of course we encourage the experience of "reading together" as you "dive right in" and see if you can "fathom" the enigma that is Jonny B.
Hockey in the Wild
The lovable Life in the Wild trio can't wait to get out on the ice to play hockey. Except, well, they're going to have to!It's wintertime, and the bear, the moose and the beaver can't wait for hockey season to start. They're so eager, in fact, they head out onto the ice before it's thick enough, and they all fall through. Twice. While they wait for the lake to freeze, they try to take their minds off hockey. There's competitive napping. Karaoke. Lots of comfort food. Until, at last, the day arrives when the ice is ready. But, after all that time not being active, are they ready?Part of the bestselling Life in the Wild picture book series from Nicholas Oldland, this funny romp is, at its heart, a love letter to the sport of hockey and the joys of playing in the wild outdoors. Oldland's distinctive dry humor shines here, making this a fun read-aloud. But the hilarious visual story -- including the character's facial expressions and numerous asides -- mean children, even nonreaders, will also want to spend time with the pages on their own. Children who love hockey will appreciate the friends' devotion to the game and the difficulty of waiting for conditions to be just right, but every child who has had to wait for something (that is, every child) will relate to the situation. In this, the book offers some character education lessons on patience and perseverance. Separately, there are connections to healthy outdoor activity and winter safety.
If I Were A Crayon
When a young budding artist's favorite crayon goes missing, it leads to a whimsical search filled with imaginative possibilities! Join Janey on an adventure as she ponders, "If I were a crayon, where would I hide?" From treetops to pirate ships, discover the colourful places a crayon might wander in this delightful tale of creativity and determination. Create a wonderful bonding experience and engagement as this enticing book offers wonderful literary knowledge for young readers. Providing a great learning experience, and opening up a world of questions at home or in any classroom. A must read for teachers of every kind!
The Warning A Hockey Player's Dilemma
When the game is on the line and the clock is ticking, every decision matters, especially when you're a young hockey player torn between following the rules and following your heart.The Warning: A Hockey Player's Dilemma is a fast-paced, humor-filled, and heartwarming story about friendship, competition, and the irresistible pull of "just one more shot." As the sun sets and the streetlights start to glow, our determined hockey crew isn't ready to pack up. They're deep in a game of skill and pride, until a parent's warning forces the ultimate choice: head inside or risk trouble for one last chance at glory.Told through playful rhymes and brought to life with vibrant illustrations, this story captures the spirit of neighborhood hockey games, the laughs, the teamwork, the friendly rivalries, and the endless negotiation with parents to keep the fun going. Young readers will see themselves in the excitement of chasing the ball, while parents will smile at the familiar tug-of-war between responsibility and "just a couple more minutes."Perfect for young athletes, sports-loving families, and anyone who's ever tried to squeeze in one last play before bedtime, The Warning: A Hockey Player's Dilemma is a celebration of perseverance, quick decisions, and the joy of the game, on and off the ice (and loaded with fun activities and free posters for the readers!).
The Diclydian Crystal
Two teenage boys trapped in a video game full of dinosaurs, quirky twins stuck in a bank vault, an inquisitive teenage girl held captive in a villain's cellar - all while shapeshifting aliens team up with an eccentric scientist to recover a mysterious crystal which leads to a riotous showdown featuring a chaotic car chase, more dinosaurs, a bicycle and a sheep in an alien spaceship.A fast paced, often humorous tale for young readers aged 8 and above
Bally the Amazing Wonderball
SIT and STAY for this one-of-a-kind theater show in a book!BALLy the Amazing Wonderball is ready for the show! Unfortunately, so is his audience. You see, the audience is a bunch of dogs (again), and because of a "little incident" the previous night, BALLy gets a bad case of stage fright. With the red rubber ball's every bounce and roll, the dogs get more and more ... interested. Will this be BALLy's last act?Author and illustrator Jordan Morris's debut book is a truly unique and riveting experience. Its unusual visual presentation evokes the feeling of attending a live performance - from the theater fa癟ade on the front cover to the glimpse backstage in the first spread to the view of the stage for the bulk of the story. BALLy, a winsome bouncing ball with huge, expressive eyes, is a main character readers will root for. The goofy, excitable dogs and the over-the-top emcee narrating the story (a squirrel!) will have children laughing out loud.
The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science
The #1 New York Times bestseller! From beloved Saturday Night Live legend Kate McKinnon comes a madcap adventure about three sisters, a ravenous worm, and a mysterious mad scientist! So, you want to be a young mad scientist. Congratulations! Admitting it is the first step. The second step is reading the (definitely true) tale of the Porch sisters... Gertrude, Eugenia, and Dee-Dee Porch do not belong. They don't belong in the snooty town of Antiquarium, where all girls have to go to etiquette school and the only dog allowed is the bichon fris矇. They don't belong with their adoptive family, where all their cousins are named Lavinia and their Aunt has more brooches than books. And they certainly don't belong at Mrs. Wintermacher's etiquette school--they're far more interested in science. After getting kicked out of the last etiquette school that would take them, the girls expect to be sent away for good... until they receive a mysterious invitation to new school. Suddenly the girls are under the tutelage of the infamous Millicent Quibb--a mad scientist with worms in her hair and oysters in her bathtub. At 231 Mysterium Way, the pizza is fatal, the bus is powered by Gerbils, and the Dean of Students is a hermit crab. Dangerous? Yes! More fun than they've ever had? Absolutely! But when the sisters are asked to save their town from an evil cabal of nefarious mad scientists, they must learn to embrace what has always made them stand out, and determine what side they're on--before it's too late!
The Same But Different Too
"Charming pairs of human and animal characters celebrate their similarities and differences. . . . Entertaining." --Kirkus Reviews There's something about each of us that makes us special. But while everyone is unique, we all have many things in common as well. Explore the ways that we are all the same but different, too, in this joyful and simple celebration of individuality and camaraderie. Filled with children and their animal friends, this rhyming text illuminates the wonderfully different and similar things that make us who we are.
Knuffle Bunny Too
The second book in the Knuffle Bunny series by best-selling author-illustrator Mo Willems, in a board book format perfect for the littlest readers. Trixie can't wait to bring her one-of-a-kind Knuffle Bunny to school and show him off to everyone. But when she gets there, she sees something awful: Sonja has the same bunny. Suddenly, Knuffle Bunny doesn't seem so one-of-a-kind anymore. Chaos ensues until the bunnies are taken away by Ms. Greengrove. After school, Trixie finally gets her beloved bunny back. But in the middle of the night, Trixie realizes something. She has the wrong bunny! Daddy comes to the rescue again as a midnight swap is arranged with the other bunny, the other little girl, and the other daddy. Needless to say, the daddies are not very happy. By the end of the story Trixie has her beloved bunny back, but she has also gained something new: her very first best friend. In the tradition of the Caldecott Honor-winner KNUFFLE BUNNY: A CAUTIONARY TALE, this is another heartfelt, hilarious picture book that children (and their parents) will love.
Clutch Time
Former NBA All-Star Caron Butler and acclaimed author Justin A. Reynolds deliver another superstar performance in this companion novel to Shot Clock about KO, a budding AAU basketball star as he attempts to find redemption on the court and reconnection with his incarcerated father.Kofi "KO" Douglas knows how to handle pressure. After all, he is the newly announced #1 ranked AAU player in the country. On the court, his game is as good as it gets--even if his Wolves team lost to the Sabres in the national championship, KO always believes nobody can beat him one-on-one. That is, until his former best friend, Ripp, returns home, just in time for the biggest tournament of the summer, the McNabby. Ripp's dad plays professional basketball overseas, and Ripp has been tearing up courts there--KO now has his toughest competition yet. As KO gears up for this latest challenge, there's game-changing news at home. KO's dad, who has been incarcerated for the last seven years, is getting out. It's been KO and his mom for as long as he can remember, only now his dad is ready to reconnect. It's another reunion KO isn't sure he wants to happen, especially as Ripp keeps calling out KO to play him in the McNabby.With the tournament on the horizon, KO decides to turn to Coach James and the Sabres for help. He may not love the idea of playing with Tony Washington and his former teammates again, but he needs them now more than ever. Can KO prove he's still the best on the court as his family life turns upside down?
When I Grow Up, I Might Be...
When I Grow Up, I Might Be...Spark Imagination & Laughter! This whimsical picture book takes kids ages 2-5 on a hilarious adventure exploring silly dream jobs-from Underwater Astronauts to Cookie Detectives! It's perfect for: ✅ Early readers (simple, engaging text)✅ Storytime giggles (each page features a new job!)✅ Career exploration (shows creativity matters!)Why Parents & Teachers Love It: ✨ Diverse characters - Every child sees themselves✨ Builds confidence - "You can be ANYTHING!" message✨ Screen-free fun - Encourages imaginative playGreat For: Birthdays, classrooms, and bedtime laughs!"My 5-year-old now wants to be a 'Bubblegum Scientist'-warning: this book inspires BIG dreams!" - Happy Parent
ZOOM ZOOM BEEP BEEP - Cars And Trucks
This book is hands on and musically interactive.It teaches children about cars and trucks, the roads they drive on, plus the street signs that we see in our everyday life. Then when the day is done, the cars and trucks say "Good Night!"The back cover of this book has a QR code for you to scan so your child can hear the music related to the cars and trucks in this book. Visit our website at kidsmusictobooks.com
A Courageous, Clever Crow
Follow the adventures of the Courageous, Clever Crow and his merry band of feathered friends in the lush forest by the sparkling lake. When a pesky pike disrupts their summertime fun, the clever crow hatches a plan that teaches the importance of kindness and understanding. With twists and turns, this delightful story shows that even old foes can become friends when compassion leads the way. With vibrant illustrations and a heartwarming, humorous narrative, this tale reminds us that kindness always wins! Join them on a journey of friendship and unity, where the true magic lies in the power of kindness.
Hockey Is My Favorite Season
Hockey Is My Favorite SeasonA cozy, rhyming picture book for bedtime snuggles, rink-side cheers, and the littlest hockey hearts.Following a young girl as she falls in love with the game, long before she ever steps onto the ice.Told through the eyes of a toddler, this gentle story captures the quiet magic of game days: the excitement in the air, the sound of the buzzer, the warmth of shared snacks, and the sleepy drives home. It's a celebration of the small moments that make hockey more than just a sport - it's family, tradition, and love.Whether you're cheering for the players, the coach, or simply soaking up the joy of it all, this is a story for every family building memories at the rink.A simple children's book about hockey and inspiring the next generation of girls in the game.Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers ages 0-4.
