Oliver's Great Big Universe
This laugh-out-loud illustrated series is "mind-expanding and hilarious!" says Jeff Kinney, author of the international bestselling series Diary of a Wimpy Kid. "An absolute gem!" Lincoln Peirce, bestselling creator of Big Nate, agrees. "Will get the entire family laughing and learning together," adds Kazu Kibuishi, creator of the New York Times bestselling Amulet graphic novel series. From the bestselling writer and creator of PHD Comics, Jorge Cham, Oliver's Great Big Universe is a diary-style series following an 11-year-old who's taking on the whole universe--if he can survive middle school first. Oliver has a lot going on as he starts his first year of middle school--new friends, new classes, new everything. But at least there's one thing that still makes sense: science! Determined to be an astrophysicist one day, Oliver explains everything he learns--like how the sun burps, how ghost particles fly through you, the uncanny similarities between Mercury and cafeteria meatballs, and most important, how the Big Bang is basically just like a fart in the school hallway. Also, there are time-bending black holes, exploding supernova stars, and aliens! Well, there could be aliens. Oliver finally feels like he's starting to figure things out . . . but can he stay out of the principal's office or catch a break from his annoying sister? Oliver's Great Big Universe series: Oliver's Great Big Universe (#1) Oliver's Great Big Universe: Volcanoes Are Hot! (#2)
Beverley, Bat Your Service
An enthusiastic bat tries to be the perfect host for a human family in this laugh-out-loud, charming picture book perfect for fans of Penelope Rex, Gustavo the Shy Ghost, and Jory John! Beverley the Bat loves having guests at his big, old house--or he would, if anyone ever stopped by. Then one day a human family moves in. Beverley rolls out the welcome mat by filling the house with eau de rotten egg (Grandma's favorite), cooking delicious Bolognese de millipede for dinner, and thoughtfully shredding the clothes the family brought to make comfy nests. But for some reason the humans don't seem to appreciate Beverley's gestures. How can the little bat become the host with the most?
Sea Scepters
Welcome to Thalassa, a world of a thousand wavetop kingdoms-scattered isles, floating cities, living titans, and an ocean ruled as much by pelagic magic as by politics.Mako was built for motion: wave riding, high diving, pushing the edge of what a body can survive. He was fast, fearless, and headed for something bigger-until one race showed him how the system really works. After a public disqualification, it was clear: NOAH, the New Oceanic Allied Hegemony, protects its own.Now Mako runs with the Sea Scepters-a small rogue crew who know the currents, the reefs, and the blind spots in NOAH's patrol routes-aboard their ship, the Narwhal. When a trader hints that NOAH is searching for powerful non-sanctioned pelagitech somewhere near their home waters, the crew follows the trail.What they uncover isn't what anyone expected.Hidden beneath Mount Ray Bay, in a submerged vault, the Sea Scepters find advanced pelagitech unlike anything NOAH manufactures, and questions about everything they thought they knew. But the discovery of the gear and the uncertainty about their past pale next to the knowledge contained within the vault.An ancient book points the way to an artifact called the Titan's Guise. A relic capable of controlling any Thalassic Titan in the ocean. In the wrong hands, it could tip the balance of power across the wavetop kingdoms.NOAH wants it.The Sea Scepters have to find it first.As NOAH closes in on the same prize, old rivalries resurface and the race moves from hidden archives to open water-and onto the back of something vast enough to swallow kingdoms whole.But discovery is only the beginning. Mako must decide whether they keep the artifact and learn how to use it-or try to make it disappear.Because on Thalassa, the horizon doesn't belong to whoever claims it.It belongs to whoever can reach it.Full of action, oceanic wonder, and unbreakable bonds, Thalassa: Sea Scepters is a bold debut that blends fast-paced adventure with themes of found family, responsibility, and choice.Perfect for fans of Skyward, Treasure Planet, and The Waterborn.
Rolly Raccoon Goes Skateboarding
Rolly Raccoon Goes Skateboarding is an inspiring and fun-filled picture book about trying something new, falling down, and getting back up again.Meet Rolly, a brave and curious raccoon who can't wait to try skateboarding for the very first time. At first, Rolly struggles to stay balanced, feels nervous at the skatepark, and wonders if he'll ever get the hang of it. But with encouragement, practice, and a brave mindset, he learns that every fall is just one step closer to success.Perfect for kids ages 2-8, this story introduces young readers to the power of persistence, growth mindset, and outdoor play. With colourful illustrations, relatable emotions, and positive affirmations, Rolly Raccoon Goes Skateboarding will have children cheering for Rolly and themselves.Whether your child already loves skateboarding or is just beginning their own adventure, this book delivers an encouraging message: You don't have to be perfect-you just have to try.
The Far North
In search of a friend... they found a monster.A group of friends goes on a journey to find Elias, who has gone missing in a remote forest in Sweden while using an app that promises to lead them to places of significance.Instead, they find a nightmare. A terrifying cult holds Elias captive, and after a desperate rescue, they find themselves in an even more desperate situation. Now, they must escape a forest where ancient folklore has taken a monstrous form. With every second, their chances of survival grow smaller.What began as a search for a friend has become a brutal game of cat-and-mouse against something ancient and truly terrifying.
White Teddy and the Big Red Ball
The toys were moving. They found themselves in separate boxes, not sure of what was happening. They were all a little worried. Would they like where they were going? Where were they going? White Teddy was also having a problem with the Big Red Ball that kept bouncing into his life every time he thought back to the fun, laughter and adventures he had had with the little boy he used to belong to. The Big Red Ball was making him very, very sad, so he stopped remembering. The new house had some wonderful surprises for them and whilst they were all sitting on the sofa awaiting The Mistress to put them into their special places, they helped White Teddy to remember when the big red ball first appeared. The laughter and happiness returned, and there was a delightful ending for them all, especially for White Teddy.
A Toy Book, By 'phiz'
Dive into the whimsical world of 'A Toy Book, By 'Phiz'', a delightful collection of humorous stories and charming illustrations by the renowned Hablot Knight Browne, also known as 'Phiz'. This classic children's book offers a glimpse into Victorian-era entertainment for young readers, featuring amusing tales and endearing animal characters. 'A Toy Book' is perfect for introducing children to the joys of reading and the timeless appeal of classic literature. Browne's distinctive artistic style, known for its lively and expressive qualities, brings each page to life, making this book a treasured addition to any family library. Rediscover the magic and laughter within the pages of this beautifully crafted toy book.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
A Toy Book, By 'phiz'
Dive into the whimsical world of 'A Toy Book, By 'Phiz'', a delightful collection of humorous stories and charming illustrations by the renowned Hablot Knight Browne, also known as 'Phiz'. This classic children's book offers a glimpse into Victorian-era entertainment for young readers, featuring amusing tales and endearing animal characters. 'A Toy Book' is perfect for introducing children to the joys of reading and the timeless appeal of classic literature. Browne's distinctive artistic style, known for its lively and expressive qualities, brings each page to life, making this book a treasured addition to any family library. Rediscover the magic and laughter within the pages of this beautifully crafted toy book.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Letters from the emu war - Hardback Edition
Based on true events, Letters from the Emu War tells the story of the great Emu War of 1932 from the unique perspective of those who won.Follow Edward R. Long-toe, John Feathers, William J Whistlebeak and more through their adventures before, during and after the war. Read journal entries, newspaper articles from the Daily Mob and letters to and from their loved ones. With every turn of the page, you will gain a deeper understanding of the life and times of emus at war.This 4th-year hardback edition includes a brand new cover and preface by Daniel Roberts.
Empty Heaven
You are safe, my child. You are loved, my child. You are one with the good earth. Darian Sabine Arden is haunted by a monster who claims to love her. Her only respite is the New England village where she spends summers with her three best friends. Kesuquosh is serene and idyllic, and the townsfolk's odd worship of a godlike scarecrow only adds to the charming local color. But when Darian pays a surprise Halloween visit to her summer crush--a beautiful, unreadable girl named KJ--just in time to see her swept up in a bizarre harvest ritual, she's forced to admit that Good Arcturus is more than a quaint superstition. He's terrifyingly real. Something ancient and sinister lurks behind the dying sunflower fields and glowing windows of Kesuquosh... and in the hearts of the people who live there. Something that doesn't take kindly to its paradise being threatened. To save KJ--and themselves--Darian and her friends must question everything they thought they knew about their home. And Darian will have to tell the awful truth about the monster that's been with her all along. Empty Heaven is a propulsive and original love story, a darkly funny tribute to the power of queer found family, and a haunting exploration of the hidden horrors of beautiful places.
Steam Train, Dream Train Deluxe Edition
From the creators of the beloved New York Times bestselling Steam Train, Dream Train and Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series, here is the train book kids have been dreaming of--now in a deluxe edition with a shiny foil cover and special foldout poster! Since its debut more than a decade ago, Steam Train, Dream Train has become a beloved favorite of kids and parents alike. This timeless nighttime story continues to delight families everywhere, and old and new fans are welcome aboard the Dream Train in this new special edition. From out of the midnight darkness comes a mighty train heading to Night Falls station. The Dream Train pulls into the station, and one by one, the train cars are loaded: Polar bears pack the reefer car with ice cream Elephants fill the tanker cars with paints Tortoises stock the auto rack with race cars Bouncy kangaroos stuff the hopper car with balls And are those dinosaurs lending a hand? Turn the pages to find out! Sweet, silly dreams and happy smiles before sleep are guaranteed for little ones who love animals, trains, and imaginative adventure. SPECIAL GIFT INSIDE: This deluxe hardcover edition of a children's bedtime classic is enhanced with gleaming foil, making it the perfect seasonal or year-round gift for families. Each copy includes a removable foldout poster! NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING CREATORS: Sherri Duskey Rinker is the author of numerous #1 New York Times bestsellers. Tom Lichtenheld has illustrated many New York Times bestsellers, including Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Steam Train, Dream Train, created with Sherri Duskey Rinker, and Duck! Rabbit! and I Wish You More, created with Amy Krouse Rosenthal. SOOTHING READ ALOUD: The relaxing rhythm of the rhyming text, paired with vibrant, dreamy artwork, makes for a tremendously satisfying read-aloud experience, perfect for settling down energetic kids who love train rides. ANIMALS ALL OVER: Introduce young readers to new animals--a rambunctious bunch of monkeys, busy kangaroos, super-strong purple elephants, ice-cream-wielding polar bears and penguins, and many more!--and experiences with this ideal children's bedtime book. Perfect for: Young train enthusiasts Fans of all kinds of animals Parents, grandparents, teachers, and librarians looking for engaging bedtime books Readers who love the Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Steam Train, Dream Train series
The Weirdies
From the bestselling author of the Sisters Grimm comes a hilarious tale of the Weirdie triplets--three VERY weird siblings--and their journey to find true family, perfect for fans of the Swifts and a Series of Unfortunate Events. ​Ten-year-old triplets Barnacle, Melancholy, and Garlic Weirdie grew up in a town plagued by relentless meteor showers. Their home, Deadeye Manor, is an enormous, bleak mansion filled with hundreds of eccentric houseguests and one set of emotionally distant (some would say sociopathic) parents. Until the entire group of grown-ups goes on vacation, forgetting to bring the children. The three siblings are sent to Our Lady of the Perpetual Side-Eye orphanage, where they meet Miss Emily, a sweet and loving caseworker who attempts to smooth their rough edges. The triplets, however, are truly weird--causing chaos and mayhem in their adoptive home on picture-perfect Sunshine Circle. Will the Weirdies and Miss Emily become the family they all desperately need, or will it end in disaster for everyone?
Come Along
Come Along and discover a joyous debut picture book rooted in the whimsical tradition of nonsense literature and based on the viral hit-sensation song COME ALONGCome along catch a HeffalumpSit with me on a muddy clumpWe'll sing a song of days gone by . . . Set sail on a timeless adventure with two rabbits determined not to get caught by the Hum-drum. Together, they discover a world of borogoves, slithy toves, and Heffalumps, ready to dance and sing 'til sundown. Packed with nonsensical whimsy and anarchic joy, this book is a merry romp through the imaginative worlds of Edward Lear and Lewis Carroll. SO... Come along! Get you gone and have some fun!"A glorious tumble of words and images -- a joyful, foot-tapping, spirit-zinging extravagant gallivant of a story that torrents off the tongue and lifts the heart!"--Robert Macfarlane "A delicious, rolling adventure through a magical world inhabited by humdrums, heffalumps, and rare type specimens. This book nourishes me with its nonsense and makes my spirit sing."-- Merlin Sheldrake, author of Entangled Life"Embedded with references to children's classics, including the works of Lewis Carroll and A. A. Milne, this jaunty, irresistible picture book stands to delight children and parents alike." --Foreword, starred review
Where Ella Went
A clever, funny multimedia mystery from author Laurie Morrison, about soccer teammates trying to solve the disappearance of their beloved team captain--and facing a few secrets of their own Why did Ella leave? Eighth Graders Sadie and Pug don't have anything in common except for their love of soccer and their loyalty to Ella, the overachieving team captain. So when Ella doesn't show up for the most important game of the season and her parents pull her out of school, Sadie and Pug are determined to find out what happened, even though they don't usually get along. There's no way Ella abandoned the team! But as Sadie and Pug dig deeper, they begin to realize that Ella's life wasn't as perfect as it seemed. And maybe Sadie and Pug have a few secrets that need to come to light, too. Maybe all their classmates do... Told in recordings, letters, texts, journal entries, and emails, Where Ella Went is a funny and absorbing slice-of-life mystery about friendship, teamwork, and the pressures of being in middle school. If Sadie and Pug keep searching for answers, they risk sabotaging the end of their soccer season. But can they ever move on if they don't learn the truth? And what if Ella needs them even more than they need her?
Snap & Snuggle: How to Catch a Dinosaur
Snap the plush dinosaur bracelet onto your arm as you snuggle up to read How to Catch a Dinosaur, part of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series! Do dinosaurs still walk among us? Sure, no one has seen one, but if alligators, whales, and even birds still exist, then dinosaurs must still exist, right? Join the daring How to Catch Kids as they try to wrangle a dinosaur in time for the school science fair and prove they're still around! Parents, young readers, dinosaur lovers, and educators alike will roar with laughter in this dinosaur picture book that blends STEAM concepts with hilarity and clever chaos. Do YOU have what it takes to pluck a prehistoric pal? The bracelet is a classic plush made with premium quality that kids will love--just slap the band onto your wrist and enjoy!Bracelet and Book Pair: The cute dinosaur snap bracelet doubles as a fun accessory, so kids can carry a piece of the How to Catch adventure wherever they go.Premium Quality: The band is covered with soft silicone so that it's comfortable and safe to wear--it's non-toxic, child safe, and 100% safety test approved.Perfect for Gifting: The nostalgic format of the wristband makes this a charming party favor for birthdays, or gift for Halloween, Christmas, or Easter from parents and grandparents.Happy Birthday, How to Catch! Celebrate 10 Years of How to Catch with this Snap & Snuggle How to Catch a Dinosaur!
Snap & Snuggle: How to Catch a Unicorn
Snap the plush unicorn bracelet onto your arm as you snuggle up to read How to Catch a Unicorn, part of the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series! Filled with zany traps, STEAM concepts, silly rhymes, and lots of rainbow unicorn fun, parents, educators, and young readers alike will delight in this colorful story as the How to Catch Kids are off in the zoo to catch this fantastical beast. Parents, young readers, unicorn lovers, and educators alike will roar with laughter in this unicorn picture book that blends STEAM concepts with hilarity and clever chaos. The bracelet is a classic plush made with premium quality that kids will love--just slap the band onto your wrist and enjoy!Bracelet and Book Pair: The cute unicorn snap bracelet doubles as a fun accessory, so kids can carry a piece of the How to Catch adventure wherever they go.Premium Quality: The band is covered with soft silicone so that it's comfortable and safe to wear--it's non-toxic, child safe, and 100% safety test approved.Perfect for Gifting: The nostalgic format of the wristband makes this a charming party favor for birthdays, or gift for Halloween, Christmas, or Easter from parents and grandparents.Happy Birthday, How to Catch! Celebrate 10 Years of How to Catch with this Snap & Snuggle How to Catch a Unicorn!
Wild and Free
Get up! Come on! Join the crew! We're off to play, like wild ones do! Join the children in Wild and Free as they discover the joys of the great outdoors. From climbing trees and crossing creeks to rolling down hills and watching bugs, readers will almost smell the fresh air as they pore over the pages. Written in an energetic rhyme, this story will inspire readers ages 3 and up to go outside and be with nature - whether that's through adventure, their creativity or just by being still.
Nana and Nounou
Join Nana and Nounou, two energetic 5-year-old twin sisters, as they embark on an exciting adventure filled with basketball and ballet! Nana loves to dribble and shoot hoops, while Nounou gracefully twirls and leaps in her ballet studio. Despite their different passions, the twins show that love and support make every dream shine brighter.Perfect for children aged 4-6, B pour Basketball et Ballet / B for Basketball and Ballet introduces young readers to bilingual vocabulary in a fun and engaging way. Featuring vibrant illustrations and simple text, this story celebrates individuality, teamwork, and family bonds.A delightful bilingual tale for little readers who love to explore new interests and learn new languages!----------------------------------------------Rejoignez Nana et Nounou, deux soeurs jumelles pleines d'矇nergie de 5 ans, dans une aventure captivante entre basketball et ballet ! Nana adore dribbler et marquer des paniers, tandis que Nounou tournoie et saute avec gr璽ce dans son studio de danse. Malgr矇 leurs passions diff矇rentes, les jumelles montrent que l'amour et le soutien rendent chaque r礙ve encore plus 矇clatant.Parfait pour les enfants de 4 ? 6 ans, B pour Basketball et Ballet / B for Basketball and Ballet initie les jeunes lecteurs ? un vocabulaire bilingue de mani癡re ludique et captivante. Avec des illustrations vibrantes et un texte simple, cette histoire c矇l癡bre l'individualit矇, le travail d'矇quipe et les liens familiaux.Un conte bilingue charmant pour les petits lecteurs qui aiment explorer de nouveaux centres d'int矇r礙t et apprendre de nouvelles langues !
The Academy II: The Journey Continues
Now a New York Times bestselling series! Leo K. Doyle, a small-town kid from Ohio, has beaten all the odds and made the roster of a Premier League youth squad. But he is far from the star player.In fact, he isn't even a starter--and the U14 Lewisham Knights are the worst team in the league. They're so bad that if they don't improve this year, the owner will disband the team, which could jeopardize Leo's dream of becoming a professional soccer player.As if that wasn't enough to deal with, Leo also has to keep up with his schoolwork, make brand new friends in a foreign country, deal with a coach who doesn't seem to like him, and survive away from home for a demanding season in the Youth Premier League.Leo believes he has the talent to help his team, but can he juggle all these balls and prove himself on the world's biggest stage?The inspiring, action-packed second book in The Academy series is perfect for young readers 7-13 and for sports fans of all ages. Keep score with the other books in The Academy series: The AcademyThe Academy III: Tournament of ChampionsThe Academy IV: Title FightThe Academy V: Cup of Nations
Never Let a Dinosaur Scribble
Celebrate the little artist in your life this Easter with this hilarious picture book from bestselling author Diane Alber that asks the question: You NEVER let a Unicorn Scribble...but what about DINOSAURS?Even if everyone says "never let a dinosaur scribble," one little boy is determined to let his dinosaur scribble to his scaly, dinosaur-y heart's content. But dinosaurs aren't just fantastic pets and distantly related to chickens...give them a crayon, and who KNOWS what colorful, magical messes will happen. With bright illustrations that jump off the page and hilarious text, parents, educators, and children ages 4-10 will love this laugh-out-loud story that celebrates the power of creativity. This dino-tastic picture book is the perfect read-aloud or gift opportunity for birthdays, bedtime, or any occasion! I recently got a pet dinosaur. I know it's hard to believe, but it's true. And everyone keeps telling meNEVER LET A DINOSAUR SCRIBBLE!Also in the Never Let A series: Never Let a Unicorn ScribbleNever Let A Unicorn Wear a TutuNever Let a Princess PaintNever Let a Unicorn Make Slimeand more!
Never Let a Unicorn Meet a Reindeer
Celebrate Christmas with this hilarious picture book from bestselling author Diane Alber that asks the question: Unicorns can run on RAINBOWS...so why can't they MEET A REINDEER?Even if Santa says "never let a unicorn meet a reindeer," one little girl is determined to have it all: a unicorn AND a reindeer at her birthday party! But unicorns aren't all rainbows and glitter, and reindeer certainly aren't all candy canes and Christmas sparkle... so was Santa right? Or can this reindeer and unicorn duo do some good this holiday season? With colorful illustrations that jump off the page and hilarious text, parents, educators, and children ages 4-10 will love this unique holiday story that celebrates the power of unlikely friendships and Christmas miracles. This laugh-out-loud picture book is the perfect read-aloud, Christmas gift, or stocking stuffer! The reindeer are always looking for something to do during the summer! This is Kiki. She likes to eat carrots and listen to Christmas Songs.But please...whatever you do...DON'T LET HER MEET ANY UNICORNS! Also in the Never Let A series: Never Let a Dinosaur ScribbleNever Let A Unicorn Wear a TutuNever Let a Princess PaintNever Let a Unicorn Make Slimeand more!
The Academy
FROM THE PLAYGROUND TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE.Now a New York Times bestselling series! The inspiring, action-packed first book, perfect for young readers 7-13 and sports fans of all ages. Born and raised in a small town, twelve-year-old Leo K. Doyle has never seen the ocean or stepped foot on a plane. But Leo is a star soccer player with big dreams in life.Rock star, Olympic gold, dragon-slaying dreams.While Leo longs to make the pros one day, he has no idea how to achieve this goal--until a professional scout pays a chance visit to one of Leo's games and extends an invitation to try out for the London Dragons youth squad, known as the Academy.Leo is stunned. The London Dragons isn't just any old soccer team. It's a world-famous English Premier League team. Soon Leo is off to a whole new country, embarking on the greatest adventure of his life. The downside? Only eleven players can make the team.Eleven out of two hundred of the very best twelve-year-old players on the planet.Along with the grueling competition, Leo must also face a bully intent on torpedoing his summer, a roomie who doesn't know how to have fun, a terrifying camp director, and, most of all, Leo's own lack of formal training and the fear he'll never succeed.By the end of the summer, Leo will become a much better player and forever changed by his experience. But will he be good enough to make the Academy?Keep score with the other books in The Academy series: The Academy II: The Journey ContinuesThe Academy III: Tournament of ChampionsThe Academy IV: Title FightThe Academy V: Cup of Nations
The Academy II: The Journey Continues
Now a New York Times bestselling series! Leo K. Doyle, a small-town kid from Ohio, has beaten all the odds and made the roster of a Premier League youth squad. But he is far from the star player.In fact, he isn't even a starter--and the U14 Lewisham Knights are the worst team in the league. They're so bad that if they don't improve this year, the owner will disband the team, which could jeopardize Leo's dream of becoming a professional soccer player.As if that wasn't enough to deal with, Leo also has to keep up with his schoolwork, make brand new friends in a foreign country, deal with a coach who doesn't seem to like him, and survive away from home for a demanding season in the Youth Premier League.Leo believes he has the talent to help his team, but can he juggle all these balls and prove himself on the world's biggest stage?The inspiring, action-packed second book in The Academy series is perfect for young readers 7-13 and for sports fans of all ages. Keep score with the other books in The Academy series: The Academy The Academy III: Tournament of ChampionsThe Academy IV: Title FightThe Academy V: Cup of Nations
A Bite Above the Rest
A boy moves to a Halloween-themed town only to realize there may be more to the tourist trap than meets the eye in this middle grade novel of "thrills and chills in a gloriously goofy setting" (Kirkus Reviews) perfect for fans of The Last Kids on Earth and Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library! When Caleb's mom decides they are moving to her childhood home in Wisconsin, Caleb is not thrilled. Moving schools, states, and time zones would be bad enough, but Mom's hometown is Samhain, a small and ridiculously kitschy place where every day is Halloween. Caleb is not a fan of Halloween when it only happens once a year, so Halloween-obsessed Samhain is really not the place for him. How is he supposed to cope with kids wearing costumes to school every single day? And how about the fact that the mayor is so committed to the bit that City Hall is only open from sundown to sunup to accommodate his so-called vampirism? Sure enough, Caleb becomes an outcast at school for refusing to play along with the spooky tradition like the other sixth graders. Luckily, he manages to find a friend in fellow misfit Tai, and just in time, because things are getting weird in Samhain...or make that weirder. But there's no way the mayor is an actual vampire, and their teacher absolutely cannot really be a werewolf--right? Caleb discovers Samhain is so much stranger than he ever could have imagined. As one of the only people who realizes what's happening, can he save a town that doesn't want saving?
Don't Draw in This Book!
A new book from the creator of Don't Push the Button! You better not draw in it!Larry has a new sketchbook--a magic one, where you "draw" using your finger to trace shapes. Tracing each shape makes something new happen on the next page! But you never know what's going to happen...This touch-and-trace interactive story is a fun way to send Larry on a wild adventure, all in the silly, exuberant style that's Bill Cotter's trademark.
The Academy
FROM THE PLAYGROUND TO THE PREMIER LEAGUE.Now a New York Times bestselling series! The inspiring, action-packed first book, perfect for young readers 7-13 and sports fans of all ages. Born and raised in a small town, twelve-year-old Leo K. Doyle has never seen the ocean or stepped foot on a plane. But Leo is a star soccer player with big dreams in life.Rock star, Olympic gold, dragon-slaying dreams.While Leo longs to make the pros one day, he has no idea how to achieve this goal--until a professional scout pays a chance visit to one of Leo's games and extends an invitation to try out for the London Dragons youth squad, known as the Academy.Leo is stunned. The London Dragons isn't just any old soccer team. It's a world-famous English Premier League team. Soon Leo is off to a whole new country, embarking on the greatest adventure of his life. The downside? Only eleven players can make the team.Eleven out of two hundred of the very best twelve-year-old players on the planet.Along with the grueling competition, Leo must also face a bully intent on torpedoing his summer, a roomie who doesn't know how to have fun, a terrifying camp director, and, most of all, Leo's own lack of formal training and the fear he'll never succeed.By the end of the summer, Leo will become a much better player and forever changed by his experience. But will he be good enough to make the Academy?Keep score with the other books in The Academy series: The Academy II: The Journey ContinuesThe Academy III: Tournament of ChampionsThe Academy IV: Title FightThe Academy V: Cup of Nations
Gordon Wins It All
Gordon is THE MEANEST GOOSE ON EARTH. Well . . . he used to be, but now, he's trying to change his ways and be a GOOD GOOSE. The trouble is, it's really tricky to be kind and patient and good, especially when you've always been mean. In Gordon Wins It All, Gordon decides he wants to be good at EVERYTHING, so he arranges Grover Garden's first-ever GRAND TOURNAMENT. He's determined to win every event and prove he's the best goose around, even if that means cheating!
Never Let a Unicorn Wear a Tutu
Celebrate the little dancer in your life this Easter with this hilarious picture book from bestselling author Diane Alber that asks the question: Unicorns can run on RAINBOWS...so why can't they WEAR A TUTU?Even if everyone says "never let a unicorn wear a tutu," one little girl is determined to let her unicorn dance and tutu it up! But unicorns aren't all rainbows and glitter...give them a tutu, and who KNOWS what colorful, magical messes will happen. With bright illustrations that jump off the page and hilarious text, parents, educators, and children ages 4-10 will love this laugh-out-loud story that celebrates the power of creative expression and friendship. This tutu-ally awesome picture book is the perfect read-aloud or gift opportunity for birthdays, bedtime, or any occasion! This TUTU was specifically made FOR A UNICORN! It says so on the tag! So...what could go wrong?Also in the Never Let A series: Never Let a Dinosaur ScribbleNever Let A Unicorn Get SpotsNever Let a Princess PaintNever Let a Unicorn Make Slimeand more!
I Am the Dark That Answers When You Call
Monsters and mortals, rejoice! Acheron is back . . . Though Laure has tried to close the lid on her ballet shoes and the feelings she once held for dance since the Palais Garnier incident two months ago, Laure is spinning out. Between partying, drinking, and avoiding anything and, well, everyone, she has no time to be anything but a monster. But when Laure stumbles across a mysterious dead body during one of her nights out, she's forced to notice the cracks stretching beyond herself. Below the streets of Paris, Elysium is dying, and Acheron and Lethe's influence is spilling into the streets like a blight. Laure isn't the only of Elysium's beasts to rise from the ruins of Palais Garnier, and someone is mobilizing an army of monsters with plans greater than Laure, Andor, and Keturah could have ever guessed. While Laure is warring between her wants and Acheron's ever-demanding appetite, she and her circle of monsters are left to reckon with a not-so-simple question: how do you save yourself from oblivion? Jamison Shea's sharp and unflinching voice will bring readers to terrifying new heights in this vicious sequel to the "relentlessly gory and almost euphoric in its embrace of the horrific" (NPR) I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me.
I Turned My Mom Into a Unicorn
What happens when you turn your mom into a unicorn?Celebrate the holidays with this book that's bursting with confetti, magic, rainbows, sparkles and fun! Ted's mom is always asking him to do boring chores - like clean up his toys and brush his teeth. Maybe if he turns his mom into a super fun unicorn, everything will be awesome!Or maybe not?This fun positive story fosters gratitude in children. Kids will learn to appreciate what they have and count their blessings.If you enjoyed Unicorn Day, How to Catch a Unicorn and Never Let a Unicorn Wear Tutu, you will fall in love with I Turned My Mom into a Unicorn! Check it out now and watch your child feel thankful every day!Free coloring printables at the end of every book.
Goodnight Red Dirtbike
Goodnight Dirtbike follows one bold red dirtbike on the best day ever! From zipping past giraffes at the zoo, to racing through orchards, cities, deserts, beaches, and more. With bouncy rhymes, colorful scenes, and nonstop action, this story keeps little readers hooked from start to finish. But after all that fun, even the fastest dirtbike needs to rest. As the sun sets and the stars begin to glow, Red Dirtbike slows down and rolls into the garage for a well-earned goodnight. Perfect for high-energy kids who love dirtbikes, adventure, and a cozy bedtime wind-down!
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.
It's Too Hot!
Dinner is ready! There's only one problem - it's too hot! The solution? Go on an adventure of course! Join a young boy as he seeks to cool down his favourite meal in any way possible - even if it means journeying to the coldest of locations to do so! A whimsical and imaginative adventure, "It's Too Hot!" is an enjoyable easy read for both children and parents alike who will laugh-out-loud and cheer at the playful representation of all too familiar mealtime antics!
Counterattack
All midfielder-extraordinaire Teresa Rodriguez wants to do is win a soccer championship with her best friends and celebrate by dancing on the field. However, when her world comes crashing down when her father is deported, Teresa must learn to juggle family responsibility, team leadership, new friendships and her quest to win. The middle-grade trilogy is about a girl's love of soccer, how family and friendships create unbreakable bonds and how a girl and her teammates overcome obstacles on and off the field. The trilogy - COUNTERATTACK, THE COMEBACK and THE LAST CHANCE - follows Teresa and the Tornadoes from summer before seventh grade to rising ninth graders. It's an exhilarating and inspiring sports story set in our complex and troubled times.
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. One of Slate's 25 Greatest Picture Books of the Past 25 Years 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.
The Comeback
In The Comeback, the second book in the middle-grade trilogy, soccer star Teresa Rodriguez, now 13, is still striving for her first soccer championship, but her life now is even more complicated. She struggles with family responsibility; her best friend, Gabby, being shipped to a foster home; and the uncertainty about whether her father will ever return home. Meanwhile, once the season starts, Teresa is the captain as the middle-school Tornadoes tear through the league and Teresa shines. When Teresa's team faces racism on the field, this time she knows how to deal with it. In the end, Teresa may face Gabby in the championship game. How she and Gabby handle this will be the best lesson in friendship either could learn - and may put a new spin on how you define victory.
Hot Wheels Let's Race: Ultimate Garage Takeover
The evil professor is causing trouble in this action-packed storybook based on Hot Wheels Let's Race, as seen on Netflix. Includes two sheets of stickers. When evil Professor Rearview takes over the Ultimate Garage, he plans to destroy it for good. Can the racers stop him before all the awesome Hot Wheels cars go kablooey? Inspired by Hot Wheels, the number one selling toy in the world, Hot Wheels Let's Race is an action-packed comedy series for kids, and follows the newest generation of racers: Coop, Spark, Mac, Brights, Axle, and Sidecar as they attend a racing camp that always puts the pedal to the metal. Through mind-blowing races, extreme stunt contests, and thrill-seeking challenges, Hot Wheels Let's Race is a show that kids and the whole family can enjoy.
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 . . . .
Moms Gone Silly!
Moms Gone Silly! - A Hilarious Rhyming Picture Book Celebrating Wacky, Wonderful Moms (Perfect for Ages 1-5)Why Parents and Teachers Love This Book: Laugh-Out-Loud Rhymes - Playful, rhythmic text that delights kids and makes reading fun. Vibrant, Engaging Illustrations - Colorful artwork that captures children's imaginations Celebrates Uniqueness - Shows kids it's wonderful to be yourself. Perfect Length - 34 pages ideal for young attention spans. Great Gift Idea - Wonderful for birthdays, holidays, and special occasionsWhat Makes This Book Special: Educational Benefits - Supports early literacy and phonological awareness. Interactive Elements - Encourages kids to point, laugh, and participate. Bonding Experience - Creates cherished moments between parents and children. Teacher-Friendly - Excellent for preschool and kindergarten classrooms Perfect For: Family Reading Time - Makes bedtime stories extra special. Classroom Read-Alouds - Teachers love the engaging rhymes. Gifts - Ideal for birthdays, baby showers, and holidays. Building Early Literacy Skills - Helps develop reading readinessWhy Kids Will Love It: Silly, relatable mom characters. Fun, bouncy rhymes that are easy to remember. Bright, cheerful illustrations on every page. Short, engaging stories perfect for young attention spans.Educational Value: Builds vocabulary and language skills. Develops phonological awareness through rhyme. Encourages creativity and imagination. Promotes positive family relationshipsGift-Giving Occasions: Birthdays, Holidays, Baby Showers, Back-to-School, Mother's Day, Teacher Appreciation.This book is one of the: Funny children's books ages 1-5, best rhyming books for toddlers, interactive picture books for preschoolers, mom-themed kids books, educational story books, preschool learning books, kindergarten readiness books, family bonding activities, unique Mother's Day gifts, teacher recommended books, early childhood literacy, playful bedtime stories, children's humor books.
The Fluff From Your Dad's Bellybutton
Did you ever wonder what lies inside your Dad's bellybutton?Join Mia and Emma on their quest to find out what there might be!Come on an inquiry with two sisters with imaginative curiosity to find out what there might be when it comes to understanding their Dad's bellybutton! Nothing? Monsters? An endless black hole? Who knows! This is a fun story in nurturing young children's curiosity and inquiry so that they can understand their world more and more everyday, because no inquiry is a waste of blueberry juice.This is the 7th children's book written and illustrated from author Michael C. F. Cresswell.You can find these other children's book titles from this author: Star and the Mystery of the Missing ClothesHow Did The Cow Go MeowClaire Just Didn't CareThe Girl Who Could Do AnythingGarlic and ChilliWhen a Shoe Chews GlueAbout the AuthorBorn from the rainforest along the Great Barrier Reef on Yidinji country in a land called Oz. Michael has been an international educator and developer of schools spanning nine countries across three continents on Earth. His journey in the fields of development and education has shaped him as an internationally-minded global citizen. His experiences teaching as a university lecturer in the United Kingdom, creating the first international school in Eastern Slovakia and enhancing non-governmental organisations in Viet Nam through the power of education have provided the imagination for publishing children's books.
Some Jeeps
Author Jon Arnold presents a beautifully illustrated children's book that is playful, and a rhyming adventure that celebrates Jeep life-from mud tires to duck collections-perfect for introducing little ones to the Jeep community.
Some Jeeps
Author Jon Arnold presents a beautifully illustrated children's book, Some Jeeps, in a playful, rhyming adventure that celebrates Jeep life-from mud tires to duck collections-perfect for introducing little ones to the Jeep community.
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.
