I Want to Be Super Messy
A great read for kids who love soccer, dogs and pranks.This book is written by a first time young author who tried most of these messy pranks himself. Matt wants to walk in the footsteps of his soccer idol, Lionel Messi, getting muddy on the soccer field. But there is his mom and her ridiculous war on dirt. He is done with being her gorgeous little boy, packaged in the neatest outfit the school has ever seen. Getting teased by everybody in Grade 4, and most of all, Patrick, the super-sized goalie of the B-Team. What is Matt going to do? He has a brilliant idea, a plan of dirt, grime, goo, and slime. But will his perfect revenge plan work and get everyone off his back or will it backfire? Matt's quirky and chaotic attempts of creating messiness for his own advantage and his seemingly fool-proof plans go pear-shaped spectacularly. But he learns to understand peer pressure and how to stand up to it. Soccer, his friends, and his dog are an essential part of the story.
Keiki Monsters Surf at Night...
Keiki MonsTer Book Co. Keiki MonsTeRS surf at Night.... While we sleep they creep, and At night Young(Keiki) Monsters Session all of our Favorite spots and Travel to International locations like... Tahiti, Hawaii, Bali, Java, Cali, South Africa & secret spots too. Come enjoy these perfect waves And take a Journey around the World. The Keiki Monsters don't hold back with their surfing so be prepared to see extreme Monster Surfing which is happening Somewhere now, and while you are drooling on your pillow at night these creature kids are having their turn in the beloved Ocean. CHECK IT!! Written and illustrated by A.H.Brigante Keiki Monster is a registered Trademark by Keiki Monster Inc. and Brigante Family All rights reserved C Keiki Monster 2008-2011 Please Visit www.Keikimonster.com
Josh Loves Football
When Josh gets hurt during football practice, his coach encourages him to not quit, work hard, and believe in himself. An easy reader featuring culturally diverse teammates, realistic illustrations, and good sportsmanship. Football players' positions and fun facts follow the story.
Nonny’s Birthday Bash
When Nonny's super-strict mum FINALLY lets her throw a party for her thirteenth birthday, it feels like a dream come true. (No, seriously. Her mum usually says no to everything.) For once, Nonny gets what she's always wanted - an extravagant cake, the most stylish dress she's EVER worn, and even one of those cool photo booths that only celebrities have! Plus, with her best friends Georgia and Nyah by her side, and her breathtaking crush in the same room as her, it's bound to be the party of the year. Better yet, Amber Wartsworth and Becky Ritchcraft (AKA The Witches) are NOT invited. Nothing could possibly go wrong. Right?
This And That What's In A Hat
This book is a compilation of nineteen humorous short story poems set in easy to follow verse and rhyme. Although these poems will help early readers to develop and practice reading skills, these poems and the stories they tell have already been enjoyed by thousands of adults.They are filled with delightful and sometimes quacky humor that the entire family will love and at the same time provoke thought and query of simple things and situations families encounter every day. From toddlers to grandparents, from the listener to the teller of these tales, everyone will want to visit these stories again and again for their wonderful wordplay.It is the author's hope that these poems will bring a little cheer to anyone who opens this book and reads any poem and guess what?It is guaranteed to do just that!
Thursday - War of the Waterslides (Total Mayhem #4)
Book four in the hilarious and action-packed Total Mayhem series from New York Times bestselling author Ralph Lazar, starring Dash Candoo, an ingenious problem-solver, with fantastic friends and a bottomless backpack of brilliant gadgets.For Dash Candoo, every day is... WILD!Dash and his friends Rob and Greta are used to unusual things happening at their school, Swedhump Elementary. But even they pay attention when their invisible principal, Mrs. Rosebank, announces that they have a special guest: Ms. Aqualine, the owner of the new Aqualina Water Park.Most elementary students don't get to spend time on waterslides during the school day. But soon Dash, Rob, and Greta are slipping and sliding... right into a mystery!It turns out there's more to this water park than splishing and splashing. There's something very evil going on, and instead of soaking it up, Dash and his friends are going to catch a wave... and ride it to victory in the war of the waterslides.
Nobby Brasso football star.
A short children's book telling the story of young Nobby Brasso who lives in the North of England where nobody ever wears a coat, even in the coldest winters for they are very tough up North. The book tells the story of Nobby's rise to fame, from school football to staring in the cup final. The book is suitable for children to read themselves or should a parent be reading for a child the story has little jokes to amuse the adult reader.
Twinning Tales
Part of a series of short stories for children ages 4-8 based on reduplication phrases. Twinning endearing animal characters, these stories are imaginatively written by Gavin and beautifully illustrated by roSS to example each phrase and appeal to both old and young alike...this story twins a kiwi and a kakepo - Dingle & Dangle!
Twinning Tales
Part of a series of short stories for children ages 4-8 based on reduplication phrases. Twinning endearing animal characters for imaginatively written and beautifully illustrated stories to example each phrase and appeal to both old and young alike...this story twins mongrel dog best friends - Arty & Crafty!
Twinning Tales
Part of a series of short stories for children ages 4-8 based on reduplication phrases. Twinning endearing animal characters for imaginatively written and beautifully illustrated stories to example each phrase and appeal to both old and young alike...this story twins puppy Pointer brothers - Willy & Nilly!
Twinning Tales
Part of a series of short stories for children ages 4-8 based on reduplication phrases. Twinning endearing animal characters, these stories are imaginatively written by Gavin and beautifully illustrated by roSS to example each phrase and appeal to both old and young alike...this story twins two identical elephants - Mumbo & Jumbo!
Twinning Tales
Part of a series of short stories for children ages 4-8 based on reduplication phrases. Twinning endearing animal characters, these stories are imaginatively written by Gavin and beautifully illustrated by roSS to example each phrase and appeal to both old and young alike...this story twins a hippo with a kangaroo - Hip & Hop!
Twinning Tales
Part of a series of short stories for children ages 4-8 based on reduplication phrases. Twinning endearing animal characters, these stories are imaginatively written by Gavin and beautifully illustrated by roSS to example each phrase and appeal to both old and young alike...this story twins a hen with a pig - Higgledy & Piggledy!
Twinning Tales
Part of a series of short stories for children ages 4-8 based on reduplication phrases. Twinning endearing animal characters, these stories are imaginatively written by Gavin and beautifully illustrated by roSS to example each phrase and appeal to both old and young alike...this story twins two standard French poodles - Hoity & Toity!
Sombrero Azul, Sombrero Verde (Blue Hat, Green Hat)
En este cl獺sico libro de Sandra Boynton, tres animales muy serios y un pavo despistado aprenden sobre los colores, la ropa y la manera correcta de vestirse. Este primer libro de conceptos, con la presentaci籀n de animales, colores y ropa, contiene un divertido texto que se presta a la lectura en voz alta y que har獺 re穩r a los peque簽os cada que vez que, al dar vuelta la p獺gina, tengan que decir alegremente 癒UUPS! SOMBRERO AZUL, SOMBRERO VERDE, SOMBRERO ROJO, 癒UUPS!
This And That What's In A Hat
This book is a compilation of nineteen humorous short story poems set in easy to follow verse and rhyme. Although these poems will help early readers to develop and practice reading skills, these poems and the stories they tell have already been enjoyed by thousands of adults.They are filled with delightful and sometimes quacky humor that the entire family will love and at the same time provoke thought and query of simple things and situations families encounter every day. From toddlers to grandparents, from the listener to the teller of these tales, everyone will want to visit these stories again and again for their wonderful wordplay.It is the author's hope that these poems will bring a little cheer to anyone who opens this book and reads any poem and guess what?It is guaranteed to do just that!
The Super Twins 2
Why have one Super Twin book when you can have two?Since the infamous Battle of Wheatsheaf Hill, Ryan and Jake have become local celebrities. The people of Trincaster are to honour the Super Twins' bravery by erecting a statue of them at their annual Fast Food Festival.But not everyone wants to join in with the festivities. A dark force is lurking in the shadows intent on destroying all the fun.Can the Super Twins stop the return of Evil Dad and save their town (again) from total destruction? The Super Twins 2 can be read as part of the series or as a stand-alone book. If you like action, adventure and comedy capers then you'll love Andy Slinger's hilarious second instalment: a laugh-out-loud book for kids aged 7 to 12...
The Monster Under The Sink
An exciting, funny story about a boy, Tim, who was afraid of the dark and to add to his woes, he had a monster living in his bathroom. He asks help from his friend next door to get rid of the monster, and their night of planned battling with the unwelcome bathroomdweller turned into a night of suspense, fright and fun. You will never see the twist coming in this adventure, but your kids will absolutely love it! A great story to read to kids who are afraid at nighttime.
My Weird School Special: The Leprechaun Is Finally Gone!
With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! It's time to catch a leprechaun in this holiday-themed My Weird School Special from New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and veteran illustrator Jim Paillot. A.J. and the gang are celebrating Saint Patrick's Day with all the classic activities. But when A.J. spots a little man dressed head-to-toe in green sneaking around, it can only mean one thing: a real-life leprechaun! And one that's wreaking havoc all around the school!Will the Ella Mentry School kids be able to catch the leprechaun before he causes even more trouble? With Dan Gutman's signature kid-friendly sense of humor and Jim Paillot's fun illustrations, this is one weird Saint Patrick's Day special you won't want to miss--featuring bonus trivia, games, puzzles, and more!
Marina Royale
Hubert is losing his best friend to a bully. Meet Rainbow Reef's fabulous fish kids: Emma and Aiden, the panicky pufferfish twins, Sparky the doggone friendly dogfish, Olga the eight-legged bully, Sturgeon the (wannabe) Surgeon, and Hermit, a tiny hermit crab with sky-high ambitions. Hubert wants to play cards with his best friend Sparky the dogfish. Too bad Sparky's other friend, Olga Octopus, thinks Hubert is too small to play. When Hubert accuses Olga of cheating, she carries him out past the drop-off and abandons him where the sea monsters live. Can Hubert outwit hungry sharks to get home safely? Lost and stripped of his protective shell, Hubert has to dig deep - into the sand - uncovering a cave with a surprising secret.Marina Royale is the first book in the Saltwater Spy School series. If you're looking for fantastic sea creatures and laugh-out-loud adventures both kids and adults will enjoy, you will love these fast-paced stories from Apricot Banks.
Bernard Beagle Storms Ahead
Bernard Beagle is training harder than ever before. Winter has arrived and only six more games of the Bayview Tidal Waves' record-breaking season remain.But right before school holidays, the unthinkable happens - Captain Cody is carted off the field in an ambulance.That's not the only problem. Stormy weather is threatening to derail the Tidal Waves' challenge for the regional title and the team's new goalkeeper hasn't made a single save. Not to mention there might be two witches living across the road.Just seven points from top position, Bernard must draw on everything he has learned to lead the Tidal Waves to the ultimate prize - a place in the State Cup.
The Manchester Mastiffs and the Treble Winning Season
With just ten days left in the season, can the Manchester Mastiffs do the unthinkable... win all three trophies! They have three games left to play, but after a long and gruelling season winning the treble will not be easy! A fun and thrilling rhyming book for young football fans about a season like no other!
Books are for Reading, Not Eating!
Liz McKeeting likes nothing better than to devour books. Literally! In doing so, she discovers she can really become a part of her stories. Follow Liz on her adventures as she learns a very important lesson!
The Twits
From the bestselling author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The BFG! NOW STREAMING ON NETFLIX: Don't miss the animated film The Twits, features the voices of Johnny Vegas, Margot Martindale, Emilia Clarke, and Natalie Portman and music by David Byrne and Hayley Williams!Mr. and Mrs. Twit are the smelliest, nastiest, ugliest people in the world. They hate everything--except playing mean jokes on each other, catching innocent birds to put in their Bird Pies, and making their caged monkeys, the Muggle-Wumps, stand on their heads all day. But the Muggle-Wumps have had enough. They don't just want out, they want revenge.
My Weird School Special: The Leprechaun Is Finally Gone!
With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! It's time to catch a leprechaun in this holiday-themed My Weird School Special from New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and veteran illustrator Jim Paillot. A.J. and the gang are celebrating Saint Patrick's Day with all the classic activities. But when A.J. spots a little man dressed head-to-toe in green sneaking around, it can only mean one thing: a real-life leprechaun! And one that's wreaking havoc all around the school!Will the Ella Mentry School kids be able to catch the leprechaun before he causes even more trouble? With Dan Gutman's signature kid-friendly sense of humor and Jim Paillot's fun illustrations, this is one weird Saint Patrick's Day special you won't want to miss--featuring bonus trivia, games, puzzles, and more!
Aaron and Savannah Get a New Pet
Join Aaron and Savannah Monkey on their search for the perfect pet. From peacocks to pigs, puppies, and more, which one will they choose? Join Aaron and Savannah Monkey on their search for the perfect pet. From peacocks to pigs, puppies, and more, which one will they choose?
Handy Smarts
The Handy Smarts series hysterically teaches both parents and children how to fix common, and not-so-common, household problems. Learn and laugh as you read "Frozen Pipes... Where'd the Water Go?" as the family tries to figure out why there is no running water in the house... and what smells so bad in the bedroom.
How to Draw Five Nights at Freddy's: An Afk Book
Learn how to draw all your favorite Five Nights at Freddy's characters!Filled with all your favorite characters from the bestselling horror video game seriesFive Nights at Freddy's, this how to draw is packed with step-by-step instructions to create your own artwork of these terrifying creations. The gang is all here, from mainstays like Freddy and Chica to the twisted and glamrock animatronics, with 96 pages of drawing fun perfect for any Freddy Fazbear's Pizza super fan.
Hank and the Runaway Catfish
A young boy discovers the great outdoors and the joy of fishing. Once a die-hard video gamer, Hank begins fishing with the encouragement of a family friend. He quickly becomes "hooked," then gets his sister involved in the fun.
The Comedian With A Lisp
HAVING A LISP IS A PROBLEM. Every time you speak people laugh at you. They don't seem to care that it hurts your feelings. I mean, what can you do when - despite your best effort - you are just not able to say that 'ess' sound? My name is Letsema and I have a lisp. There are these kids at school who like to draw attention to my lisp by engaging me in meaningless conversation. They will taunt me until I relent, if I choose to ignore them. So, I decided to become a comedian. If I am also laughing at myself, then the hurt will be negated. I pour over material on YouTube to find jokes that have not become popular yet, and I modify them a little so as not to plagiarise them.Let's face it; I am bound to be a sensation, because my lisp is guaranteed to have people laughing even if my jokes are not funny. But - of course - I am a stickler for perfection, and that means I must always be at the top of my game.
Buddy and His Big Truck
"Buddy & His Big Truck" is based upon looking into the life of a truck driver and what they may do or see throughout their journey, whether it is a short run in a city or a long haul across the country.Ride along with Buddy on his next delivery.
Buddy and His Big Truck
"Buddy & His Big Truck" is based upon looking into the life of a truck driver and what they may do or see throughout their journey, whether it is a short run in a city or a long haul across the country.Ride along with Buddy on his next delivery.
Cold Inside Us
They were either placed or forced in a school in the rural part of the island when an unexpected friendship was forged between the three high school teens. poverty exacerbated the very existence of young Burch. He knew nothing more than a life in the dirt despite his well accomplished academic efforts to strive: life just continued to get worse. on the other hand, Amesha was economically stable, but she too struggled to make sense of what happened that night when the sound of glasses began to break and the tales of gossips had her distrusting her father. It was then, relying on her friends were her way out. Looking on at his friends, MJ finally realized that though his big city troubles sent him packing to live with his dad in Jamaica, things on the sunny vibrant island could be brutally cold inside out.
Delmar the Dinky
Like The Little Engine That Could-but with real history! Delmar the Dinky is a heartwarming children's story about courage, self-esteem, and adventure at the 1904 World's Fair.In the bustling rail yards of St. Louis, a little trolley named Delmar dreams of more than just pushing freight cars. He longs for adventure-especially the chance to carry passengers to the grand 1904 World's Fair, one of the most exciting events in American history.But the big trains and trolleys laugh at him. They say a "dinky" like Delmar could never handle such an important job. When a group of travelers is stranded, Delmar finally gets his chance to prove them wrong.Can this small but determined trolley rise to the challenge? With courage, perseverance, and self-esteem, Delmar shows that even the littlest can do great things.This engaging story blends history with inspiration, making it a perfect choice for: Homeschool read aloud books about history and social themes.Children's books about trains and things that go.Picture books about perseverance and self-esteem for building confidence.Educational picture books for elementary classrooms and libraries.Families who enjoy classic style inspirational train books for kids like The Little Engine That Could.With charming illustrations and a touch of real history, Delmar the Dinky is more than an educational book for kids-it's a timeless journey of confidence, discovery, and adventure.��✨ All aboard for a fun trip through history-order your copy today!
Mylo and Max Break the World
Rule #1: Never trust your wish guide.Facing the worst day of his life, 10-year-old Max hires Mylo, a young wish guide with a set of magical, world-bending tools ... and an outrageous plan!Afraid of your evil music teacher? No sweat! Just one twist of the wrench, and you'll be off playing video games until the end of rehearsal. Hate Dad's nasty sushi? Try chocolate! Bored of washing the car? There's a tool for that, too.At least that's how 10-year-old Mylo pitches his "World Repair Service" to Max. Unfortunately, Mylo isn't really a wish guide. He has no training. He hasn't even read the instructions!It isn't long before Mylo's excessive 'twists' cause big problems. Flying cars. Lava in the streets. Then the music teacher Max begged to avoid-the cruelest man in the universe-becomes a real-life supervillain: an eight-foot-long, man-eating piano bent on world domination!Max has never felt so afraid in his life. But when an evil orchestra kidnaps his sister, Max must finally confront his arch-nemesis, live on stage, in the biggest, strangest, most epically dangerous concert in Earth history.Can Max pull it together for one last performance-or will he become the hungry piano's next meal? MYLO AND MAX BREAK THE WORLD is an action-packed tale featuring music, magic and sibling rivalry, with loads of laughter and a spectacular, feel-good finale.
Delmar the Dinky
Like The Little Engine That Could-but with real history! Delmar the Dinky is a heartwarming children's story about courage, self-esteem, and adventure at the 1904 World's Fair.In the bustling rail yards of St. Louis, a little trolley named Delmar dreams of more than just pushing freight cars. He longs for adventure-especially the chance to carry passengers to the grand 1904 World's Fair, one of the most exciting events in American history.But the big trains and trolleys laugh at him. They say a "dinky" like Delmar could never handle such an important job. When a group of travelers is stranded, Delmar finally gets his chance to prove them wrong.Can this small but determined trolley rise to the challenge? With courage, perseverance, and self-esteem, Delmar shows that even the littlest can do great things.This engaging story blends history with inspiration, making it a perfect choice for: Homeschool read aloud books about history and social themes.Children's books about trains and things that go.Picture books about perseverance and self-esteem for building confidence.Educational picture books for elementary classrooms and libraries.Families who enjoy classic style inspirational train books for kids like The Little Engine That Could.With charming illustrations and a touch of real history, Delmar the Dinky is more than an educational book for kids-it's a timeless journey of confidence, discovery, and adventure.��✨ All aboard for a fun trip through history-order your copy today!
Tow Truck Joe Makes a Splash
Brimming with catchy rhymes, bright colors, and summer fun, this sequel to Tow Truck Joe will delight fans of the original and new readers alike! A delightful rhyming picture book from the author of The Goodnight Train. One for all! All for one! We can fix it! Let's have fun! It's a hot summer day in Motor City and Joe the Tow and Patch the Pup are very busy! When a back-up at the Splash 'n' Shine car wash causes a delay, Patch and Joe need help from their friends to save the day. There's no job too big for the Motor City friends when they work together!
Dog Diaries: Ruffing It
Junior, the first dog author to make the New York Times bestseller list, tells his latest howlarious tale of going off-leash in the wilderness. ​Junior is so excited--his human family is going on vacation and this time they're taking him with them. And they're going to the most magical place in the world--THE WOODS! All the sticks you could possible want! Endless raccoons to chase! A lake to doggy-paddle in! It's a canine paradise! But all of Junior's best plans are ruined when Iona Stricker--the most miserable, cruel, and obedience-obsessed human you could ever meet--shows up and puts an end to his fun. That is, until a fugitive from the local animal shelter sneaks into camp and everything changes. This vacation might turn out to be fun after all!
The Animal Rescue Agency #1: Case File: Little Claws
New York Times bestselling author Eliot Schrefer introduces a delightful and dynamic animal duo in a race against time to save a polar bear cub in the first book of this hilarious and heartwarming middle grade series about friendship and conservation. When an animal is in trouble, there's only one place to turn: the Animal Rescue Agency! Dashing Esquire Fox used to organize the world's most elaborate chicken raids until the day she encountered Mr. Pepper. Meeting the blustery old rooster changed her heart, convincing her to turn from a life of crime and instead form the Animal Rescue Agency, which masterminds rescue operations across the globe.Esquire and her unlikely chicken business manager coordinate their far-flung agents to get them to the Arctic. In that frozen land they learn that what happened to the polar bear cub was no accident--and that saving him will pit them against the scariest predator in the world: a human.
The Quest for the Golden Plunger
If you put trouble-making teenagers in summer camp without adult supervision, you know what to expect... Comedy, chaos, and someone crapping in the shower. Troop 99 will have to survive a twisted game of paintball, outrun a rabid buck with tasers mounted to its antlers, and avoid getting in trouble with the camp staff if they want to stand a chance at winning the Golden Plunger.Fifteen-year-old Do-Over wants to win Camp Winnebago's coveted Golden Plunger to score a free trip to a high-adventure camp with his fellow Adventure Rangers. But when the rival Troop 100 shows up, he knows it's going to be an uphill battle. Do-Over and the rest of Troop 99 are notorious for their terrible behavior, and they start living up to their reputation as soon as they get to camp.Turbo Cakes falls in love with the camp nurse, Uncle Ruckus tries to get rich quick with chocolate laxatives, and Shovel becomes a walking target for bullies. Their antics snowball into an unstoppable sequence of events that may get them banned from camp forever...Join Troop 99 on their annual summer trip to Camp Winnebago and experience their epic misadventures as they try to win the Golden Plunger. This fast-paced story is full of hysterical male adolescent humor that will make you laugh out loud, so don't read it in public or people will definitely give you strange looks.This book is perfect for anyone who's ever known a Boy Scout, gone camping, or still laughs at poop jokes.If you enjoy books like Swim the Fly, Dan Versus Nature, or Spanking Shakespeare, then you'll love this one. Those books got together, gave a human monkey a typewriter, and The Quest for the Golden Plunger was the result.If you enjoy shows/movies like American Vandal, Camp Camp, or Superbad, then this book was straight up written for you. What the heck are you waiting for?Don't forget your swim trunks as you set off on The Quest for the Golden Plunger, the funniest YA novel out there!
The Quest for the Golden Plunger
If you put trouble-making teenagers in summer camp without adult supervision, you know what to expect... Comedy, chaos, and someone crapping in the shower. Troop 99 will have to survive a twisted game of paintball, outrun a rabid buck with tasers mounted to its antlers, and avoid getting in trouble with the camp staff if they want to stand a chance at winning the Golden Plunger.This luxury hardcover edition offers premium cover design and materials, illustrated Adventure Rangers badges at the beginning of each chapter, a personal note from the author, and an Adventure Rangers illustration at the end of the book!Fifteen-year-old Do-Over wants to win Camp Winnebago's coveted Golden Plunger to score a free trip to a high-adventure camp with his fellow Adventure Rangers. But when the rival Troop 100 shows up, he knows it's going to be an uphill battle. Do-Over and the rest of Troop 99 are notorious for their terrible behavior, and they start living up to their reputation as soon as they get to camp.Turbo Cakes falls in love with the camp nurse, Uncle Ruckus tries to get rich quick with chocolate laxatives, and Shovel becomes a walking target for bullies. Their antics snowball into an unstoppable sequence of events that may get them banned from camp forever...Join Troop 99 on their annual summer trip to Camp Winnebago and experience their epic misadventures as they try to win the Golden Plunger. This fast-paced story is full of hysterical male adolescent humor that will make you laugh out loud, so don't read it in public or people will definitely give you strange looks.This book is perfect for anyone who's ever known a Boy Scout, gone camping, or still laughs at poop jokes.If you enjoy books like Swim the Fly, Dan Versus Nature, or Spanking Shakespeare, then you'll love this one.If you enjoy shows/movies like American Vandal, Camp Camp, or Superbad, then this book was straight up written for you. What the heck are you waiting for?Don't forget your swim trunks as you set off on The Quest for the Golden Plunger, the funniest YA novel out there!
The Legend of the Stinky Sock
Who doesn't like a little bit of magic? Especially when it helps you win baseball games. This humorous and delightful story is about a young boy named Conner who is searching for "The Legend of the Stinky Sock". According to the myth, the sock holds special baseball powers that will make anyone an incredible player. Will Conner discover the secret to the legend? Or, will he find out the magic to improving his skills is through hard work?
Line Drive Lonnie and the Louisville Lightning Bolts
Line Drive Lonnie and the Louisville Lightning BoltsBy: Tyler DahlgrenA passion for sports and a love for storytelling merged early on for author Tyler Dahlgren, who began writing at the age of twelve. After graduating from the University of Nebraska-Omaha, Dahlgren spent nearly three years working as sports editor for the newspaper in his hometown of Blair, Nebraska, where he met his future wife, Alyssa.Dahlgren continues to tell stories, travelling Nebraska and highlighting the great things happening in the state's public schools for Nebraska Public School Advantage. His family resides in Omaha. The Dahlgrens welcomed their first child into the world on May Day, a son, Micah, and already have a space reserved on his bookshelf for Lonnie and the Lightning Bolts..Three summers in college coaching youth baseball and digesting colorful dugout dialogue inspired Dahlgren's first novel, Line Drive Lonnie and the Louisville Lightning Bolts, which, at its core, is a story of baseball, family, food and, most importantly, the power of friendship.
AfterWitch
AFTERWITCH Felicity 'Tea' Greene is a new kind of witch, an 'AfterWitch', although she may not yet know it. Living in the isolated rural village of Blight, Tea feels bored and frustrated, yet every time she attempts to leave the village, something goes wrong. At first the reasons appear accountable, mundane: her mum falls sick with an undiagnosed illness, she fails her mock driving test and she can't catch a bus in an area where public services have been drastically cut. Yet, after a while, Tea begins to suspect there may be more to it than that. Could there be a conspiracy to prevent her from leaving, to stop her joining her sister in the city? But why would the locals want to keep her imprisoned in the village? After all, she had never exactly been popular. Is Tea the victim of black magic, or are her fears unfounded, triggered by her mental health issues? 'AfterWitch' is a new kind of witch story - a teenager's struggle for identity and her fight against the oppressive forces who want to 'take back control'.
Batting Order
A New York Times bestseller From acclaimed author of the Home Team series Mike Lupica comes an inspiring novel about the heart and soul of baseball.On or off the field, Ben and Matt couldn't be more different. Ben Roberson is an all-or-nothing player: he's big, he's bold, and he's brash. Ben's swing can hit a ball right out of the park--but that's if he can get a hit at all. Matt Baker is small, and shy, and his stutter has him avoiding the spotlight--even if he's the best all-rounder on the team. But while Matt knows he's got the chops, a part of him has always envied "Big Ben" and his attention-grabbing charm. So it's a total shock when Ben asks Matt to help him work on his swing. Because Ben can't put the ball into play, and his showboating comes at the expense of the team. And even though Matt's trying to help, Ben doesn't seem to take him seriously, especially when it means toning things down. The end of the season is fast approaching--is there enough time for Ben to realize bigger isn't always better? For Matt to understand that sometimes, being the bigger person means standing up for yourself? Or will they have to accept defeat?
Children of Other Lands
To the Boys and Girls Who Will Read This BookYou all want to cross the ocean in a big steamship, I'm sure. Perhaps some of you are looking forward to going by air some day.But there is an easier way to travel than that. It is the book way. Without the trouble of packing even an over-night bag, this book will take you to many far away and fascinating lands. Watty Piper hopes that it will do more than that.One of the pleasantest things about going to new places is making new friends, isn't it? The little folks from far away, whom you will meet in these pages, do not wear clothes like yours. They do not eat the same kind of food. But under their skins, you will find they are not so different from you after all. Surely you can be friends.And now we're off. A pleasant journey.WATTY PIPER. Text and illustrations introduce The Everyday Life Of Children In Various Countries Around The World.Written by the same man as "The Little Engine that Could".
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A moving and triumphant middle grade contemporary debut from award-winning author Matt Wallace about a heroic young girl--who dreams of becoming a pro wrestler--learning to find courage and fight for what she loves. Perfect for fans of Kelly Yang, Meg Medina, and Jason Reynolds' Track series!MJ knows what it means to hurt. Bruises from gymnastics heal, but big hurts--like her dad not being around anymore--don't go away. Now her mom needs to work two jobs, and MJ doesn't have friends at school to lean on.There is only one thing MJ loves: the world of professional wrestling. She especially idolizes the luchadores and the stories they tell in the ring. When MJ learns that her neighbor, Mr. Arellano, runs a wrestling school, she has a new mission in life: join the school, train hard, and become a wrestler.But trouble lies ahead. After wrestling in a showcase event, MJ attracts the attention of Mr. Arellano's enemy at the State Athletic Commission. There are threats to shut the school down, putting MJ's new home--and the community that welcomed her--at risk. What can MJ do to save her new family?* A Junior Library Guild Selection * Banks Street Best Children's Books of the Year *
