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dog heaven . in newbery medalist cynthia rylant's classic bestseller, the author comforts readers young and old who have lost a dog. recommended highly by pet lovers around the world, dog heaven not only comforts but also brings a tear to anyone who is devoted to a pet. from expansive fields where dogs can run and run to delicious biscuits no dog can resist, rylant paints a warm and affectionate picture of the ideal place god would, of course, create for man's best friend. the first picture book illustrated by the author, dog heaven is enhanced by rylant's bright, bold paintings that perfectly capture an afterlife sure to bring solace to anyone who is grieving. In Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant's classic bestseller, the author comforts readers young and old who have lost a dog. Recommended highly by pet lovers around the world, Dog Heaven not only comforts but also brings a tear to anyone who is devoted to a pet. From expansive fields where dogs can run and run to delicious biscuits no dog can resist, Rylant paints a warm and affectionate picture of the ideal place God would, of course, create for man's best friend. The first picture book illustrated by the author, Dog Heaven is enhanced by Rylant's bright, bold paintings that perfectly capture an afterlife sure to bring solace to anyone who is grieving.

the saturdays . meet the melendys! the four melendy children live with their father and cuffy, their beloved housekeeper, in a worn but comfortable brownstone in new york city. there's thirteen-year-old mona, who has decided to become an actress; twelve-year-old mischievous rush; ten-and-a-half-year-old randy, who loves to dance and paint; and thoughtful oliver, who is just six. tired of wasting saturdays doing nothing but wishing for larger allowances, the four melendys jump at randy's idea to start the independent saturday afternoon adventure club (i.s.a.a.c.). if they pool their resources and take turns spending the whole amount, they can each have at least one memorable saturday afternoon of their own. before long, i.s.a.a.c. is in operation and every saturday is definitely one to remember. written more than half a century ago, the saturdays unfolds with all the ripe details of a specific place and period but remains, just the same, a winning, timeless tale. the saturdaysis the first installment of enright's melendy quartet, an engaging and warm series about the close-knit melendy family and their surprising adventures. Meet the Melendys! The four Melendy children live with their father and Cuffy, their beloved housekeeper, in a worn but comfortable brownstone in New York City. There's thirteen-year-old Mona, who has decided to become an actress; twelve-year-old mischievous Rush; ten-and-a-half-year-old Randy, who loves to dance and paint; and thoughtful Oliver, who is just six. Tired of wasting Saturdays doing nothing but wishing for larger allowances, the four Melendys jump at Randy's idea to start the Independent Saturday Afternoon Adventure Club (I.S.A.A.C.). If they pool their resources and take turns spending the whole amount, they can each have at least one memorable Saturday afternoon of their own. Before long, I.S.A.A.C. is in operation and every Saturday is definitely one to remember. Written more than half a century ago, The Saturdays unfolds with all the ripe details of a specific place and period but remains, just the same, a winning, timeless tale. The Saturdaysis the first installment of Enright's Melendy Quartet, an engaging and warm series about the close-knit Melendy family and their surprising adventures.

the legend of rock paper scissors . you've played the game. now read the legend of how it all began . . . long ago, in an ancient and distant realm called the kingdom of backyard, there lived a warrior named rock. meanwhile in the empire of mom's home office, a second great warrior sought the glory of battle. and his name was paper. at the same time, in the kitchen realm, in the tiny village of junk drawer, lived a third warrior. they called her scissors. these three were the strongest, smartest, and fastest in all the land. time and again they beat the most fearsome opponents they could find: an apricot, a computer printer--even frozen, breaded, dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets! but when the warriors finally meet each other, the most epic round of battles begins . . . and never ends. that is why, to this day, children around the world honor these worthy adversaries by playing rock, paper, scissors! You've played the game. Now read the legend of how it all began . . . Long ago, in an ancient and distant realm called the Kingdom of Backyard, there lived a warrior named ROCK. Meanwhile in the Empire of Mom's Home Office, a second great warrior sought the glory of battle. And his name was PAPER. At the same time, in the Kitchen Realm, in the tiny village of Junk Drawer, lived a third warrior. They called her SCISSORS. These three were the strongest, smartest, and fastest in all the land. Time and again they beat the most fearsome opponents they could find: an apricot, a computer printer--even frozen, breaded, dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets! But when the warriors finally meet each other, the most epic round of battles begins . . . and never ends. That is why, to this day, children around the world honor these worthy adversaries by playing ROCK, PAPER, SCISSORS!

leo the littlest seahorse . in the warm waters of the coral reef, one hundred and one baby seahorses set out on an adventure... In the warm waters of the coral reef, one hundred and one baby seahorses set out on an adventure...

miss mary mack . everyone knows some version of this popular children's hand-clapping rhyme, but in this adaptation, the fateful jump over the fence is just the beginning of the fun. Everyone knows some version of this popular children's hand-clapping rhyme, but in this adaptation, the fateful jump over the fence is just the beginning of the fun.

tales of a fourth grade nothing . living with his little brother, fudge, makes peter hatcher feel like a fourth grade nothing. whether fudge is throwing a temper tantrum in a shoe store, smearing smashed potatoes on walls at hamburger heaven, or scribbling all over peter's homework, he's never far from trouble. he's a two-year-old terror who gets away with everything--and peter's had enough. when fudge walks off with dribble, peter's pet turtle, it's the last straw. peter has put up with fudge too long. how can he get his parents to pay attention to him for a change? Living with his little brother, Fudge, makes Peter Hatcher feel like a fourth grade nothing. Whether Fudge is throwing a temper tantrum in a shoe store, smearing smashed potatoes on walls at Hamburger Heaven, or scribbling all over Peter's homework, he's never far from trouble. He's a two-year-old terror who gets away with everything--and Peter's had enough. When Fudge walks off with Dribble, Peter's pet turtle, it's the last straw. Peter has put up with Fudge too long. How can he get his parents to pay attention to him for a change?

letty on the land (our australian girl - letty, #3) . letty's journey continues in this, the third of exciting four books about a free-settler girl in a new land. letty is finally making a life for herself in new south wales when her world is thrown into turmoil again. the family she is working for are going back to their home in the country, and they want letty to go with them to the blue mountains! living in the harsh australian bush is beyond what letty could have imagined, and she soon starts to wonder if she's made the right choice. but just when she is at her lowest point, someone appears from letty's past - someone marvellous... Letty's journey continues in this, the third of exciting four books about a free-settler girl in a new land. Letty is finally making a life for herself in New South Wales when her world is thrown into turmoil again. The family she is working for are going back to their home in the country, and they want Letty to go with them to the Blue Mountains! Living in the harsh Australian bush is beyond what Letty could have imagined, and she soon starts to wonder if she's made the right choice. But just when she is at her lowest point, someone appears from Letty's past - someone marvellous...

if i built a house . the much-anticipated follow-up to the e. b. white award-winning picture book if i built a car in if i built a car, imaginative jack dreamed up a whimsical fantasy ride that could do just about anything. now he's back and ready to build the house of his dreams, complete with a racetrack, flying room, and gigantic slide. jack's limitless creativity and infectious enthusiasm will inspire budding young inventors to imagine their own fantastical designs. chris van dusen's vibrant illustrations marry retro appeal with futuristic style as he, once again, gives readers a delightfully rhyming text that absolutely begs to be read aloud. The much-anticipated follow-up to the E. B. White Award-winning picture book If I Built a Car In If I Built a Car, imaginative Jack dreamed up a whimsical fantasy ride that could do just about anything. Now he's back and ready to build the house of his dreams, complete with a racetrack, flying room, and gigantic slide. Jack's limitless creativity and infectious enthusiasm will inspire budding young inventors to imagine their own fantastical designs. Chris Van Dusen's vibrant illustrations marry retro appeal with futuristic style as he, once again, gives readers a delightfully rhyming text that absolutely begs to be read aloud.

the sound of colors: a journey of the imagination . a young woman losing her vision rides the subway with her dog in search of emotional healing. A young woman losing her vision rides the subway with her dog in search of emotional healing.

the bald bandit . third-grader dink and his detective friends hope to receive a big reward by finding the person whose video recorder picked up a picture of the local bank robber. Third-grader Dink and his detective friends hope to receive a big reward by finding the person whose video recorder picked up a picture of the local bank robber.

detective camp (a to z mysteries: super edition, #1) . dink, josh, and ruth rose are back! this time, they're off to a camp for detectives! the camp directors have set up a week of lessons in forensics and fun mysteries for the campers to solve. the kids are following the planned clues when they stumble upon a real crime. this exciting extension to the a to z mysteries chapter book series features favorite characters, a longer plot, alphabet clues, and a 26-letter message hidden in the art. "i will be so sad when i have read z, and there will be no more dink, josh, and ruth rose."--jack p. "i think if you're not that busy, you could do every letter again."--abigail d. with the publication of the zombie zone in april 2005, the a to z mysteries series was complete. but, a to z fans, no need to fear . . . the a to z mysteries super editions are here! the fans wanted more, and they're getting it--more adventure, more illustrations, more dink, josh, and ruth rose--all in a book nearly double the length of standard a to z mysteries. the alphabet may be finished, but a to z fun keeps on coming! from the trade paperback edition. Dink, Josh, And Ruth Rose are back! This time, they're off to a camp for detectives! The camp directors have set up a week of lessons in forensics and fun mysteries for the campers to solve. The kids are following the planned clues when they stumble upon a real crime. This exciting extension to the A to Z Mysteries chapter book series features favorite characters, a longer plot, alphabet clues, and a 26-letter message hidden in the art. "I will be so sad when I have read Z, and there will be no more Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose."--Jack P. "I think if you're not that busy, you could do every letter again."--Abigail D. With the publication of The Zombie Zone in April 2005, the A to Z Mysteries series was complete. But, A to Z fans, no need to fear . . . the A to Z Mysteries Super Editions are here! The fans wanted more, and they're getting it--more adventure, more illustrations, more Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose--all in a book nearly double the length of standard A to Z Mysteries. The alphabet may be finished, but A to Z fun keeps on coming! From the Trade Paperback edition.

the kidnapped king (a to z mysteries, #11) . k is for kidnapped! someone has kidnapped the king and queen of socotra. for safety's sake, their son is staying with dink until they are safe. but then the prince is kidnapped, too! can dink, josh, and ruth rose unmask the royals' enemies before it's too late? or is the royal family of socotra gone forever? K is for Kidnapped! Someone has kidnapped the king and queen of Socotra. For safety's sake, their son is staying with Dink until they are safe. But then the prince is kidnapped, too! Can Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose unmask the royals' enemies before it's too late? Or is the royal family of Socotra gone forever?

unreal! . this is an alternate cover edition for isbn:
did you know that if you read for eight hours a day and tried to get through all the copies of unreal! ever printed you would be more than a hundred years old before you finished? and you wouldn't be any crazier than most of the characters in this spooky, funny and surprising book. if you lose your copy, try looking: * for the most dog-eared book in the house * in the loo * next to your parents' bed why does unreal! go missing so ofter? there are eight reasons and you'll find them all between its covers. This is an alternate cover edition for ISBN:
Did you know that if you read for eight hours a day and tried to get through all the copies of Unreal! ever printed you would be more than a hundred years old before you finished? And you wouldn't be any crazier than most of the characters in this spooky, funny and surprising book. If you lose your copy, try looking: * for the most dog-eared book in the house * in the loo * next to your parents' bed Why does Unreal! go missing so ofter? There are eight reasons and you'll find them all between its covers.

indiana jones and the dragon of vengeance (find your fate, no 8) . it's time for you and indiana jones to find the dragon of vengeance. indiana jones is about to embark on his most dangerous adventure yet. to your great surprise, you realize that you are going with him to china to search for an ancient jade dragon with diamond eyes. you will be opposed by a violent secret society called the golden lotus, which wants the power of this precious relic for itself. you'll have other problems, too: hungry tigers, strange blood rituals, a gang of vicious thugs, even an earthquake! and remember: you are responsible for whatever happens, because you are going to make all the decisions - where to go, what to do, and how to handle it - as you find your fate. It's time for you and Indiana Jones to find The Dragon of Vengeance. Indiana Jones is about to embark on his most dangerous adventure yet. To your great surprise, you realize that you are going with him to China to search for an ancient jade dragon with diamond eyes. You will be opposed by a violent secret society called The Golden Lotus, which wants the power of this precious relic for itself. You'll have other problems, too: hungry tigers, strange blood rituals, a gang of vicious thugs, even an earthquake! And remember: YOU are responsible for whatever happens, because YOU are going to make all the decisions - where to go, what to do, and how to handle it - as you Find Your Fate.

all in a day . ten outstanding artists illustrate the similarities and differences in children and their activities in eight different parts of the world throughout one 24-hour day. features artwork from raymond briggs, ron brooks, eric carle, gian calvi, zhu chengliang, leo and diane dillon, akiko hayashi, and nicolai ye. popov. Ten outstanding artists illustrate the similarities and differences in children and their activities in eight different parts of the world throughout one 24-hour day. Features artwork from Raymond Briggs, Ron Brooks, Eric Carle, Gian Calvi, Zhu Chengliang, Leo and Diane Dillon, Akiko Hayashi, and Nicolai Ye. Popov.

anno's counting book . every child is a natural mathematician, according to mitsumasa anno. children start to count long before they learn their abc's, for they are constantly comparing and classifying things and events they observe around them. as they try to bring sense and order into what they observe, they are actually performing basic mathematical feats. in this book, mitsumasa anno, the creator of the brilliantly inventive anno's alphabet, invites young readers on another stimulating adventure of the imagination-this time into the world of numbers and counting. gentle watercolor pictures show a landscape changing through the various times of day and the turning seasons, months and years, and the activities of the people and animals who come to live there. but the seemingly simple plan of the book is deceptive: look more carefully and you will see one-to-one correspondences; groups and sets; scales and tabulations; changes over time periods; and many other mathematical relationships as they occur in natural, everyday living. just as our forebears developed our number system from observing the order of nature, the reader is subtly led to see and understand the real meaning of numbers. look at this book and look again. each time you do so, you will find another application of a natural mathematical concept that you had not noticed before. Every child is a natural mathematician, according to Mitsumasa Anno. Children start to count long before they learn their ABC's, for they are constantly comparing and classifying things and events they observe around them. As they try to bring sense and order into what they observe, they are actually performing basic mathematical feats. In this book, Mitsumasa Anno, the creator of the brilliantly inventive Anno's Alphabet, invites young readers on another stimulating adventure of the imagination-this time into the world of numbers and counting. Gentle watercolor pictures show a landscape changing through the various times of day and the turning seasons, months and years, and the activities of the people and animals who come to live there. But the seemingly simple plan of the book is deceptive: look more carefully and you will see one-to-one correspondences; groups and sets; scales and tabulations; changes over time periods; and many other mathematical relationships as they occur in natural, everyday living. Just as our forebears developed our number system from observing the order of nature, the reader is subtly led to see and understand the real meaning of numbers. Look at this book and look again. Each time you do so, you will find another application of a natural mathematical concept that you had not noticed before.

the mystery at the dog show (the boxcar children, #35) . during greenfield's first dog show, sunny is stolen. During Greenfield's first dog show, Sunny is stolen.

a bargain for frances . one day thelma tricks frances into buying her old plastic tea set. thelma says there are no backsies on the bargain. can frances come up with a plan that will change her friend's mind? outstanding children's books of 1970 (nyt) One day Thelma tricks Frances into buying her old plastic tea set. Thelma says there are no backsies on the bargain. Can Frances come up with a plan that will change her friend's mind? Outstanding Children's Books of 1970 (NYT)

the old woman who named things . how does an old woman who has outlived all her friends keep from being lonely? by naming the things in her life she knows she will never outlive--like her house, franklin, and her bed, roxanne. when a shy brown puppy appears at her front gate, the old woman won't name it, because it might not outlive her. tender watercolors capture the charm of this heartwarming story of an old woman who doesn't know she's lonely until she meets a plucky puppy who needs a name--and someone to love. "rylant and brown together create with affection and lovingly humorous touches a glimpse of old age lived with relish."--booklist How does an old woman who has outlived all her friends keep from being lonely? By naming the things in her life she knows she will never outlive--like her house, Franklin, and her bed, Roxanne. When a shy brown puppy appears at her front gate, the old woman won't name it, because it might not outlive her. Tender watercolors capture the charm of this heartwarming story of an old woman who doesn't know she's lonely until she meets a plucky puppy who needs a name--and someone to love. "Rylant and Brown together create with affection and lovingly humorous touches a glimpse of old age lived with relish."--Booklist

the spiderwick chronicles: the completely fantastical edition . tony diterlizzi and holly black's bestselling series, the spiderwick chronicles, has been compiled into one fantastical edition! follow jared, simon, and mallory grace as they discover and embark on their adventures through a magical world parallel to our own full of faeries and fantastic creatures. this edition includes: - full text and selected artwork from books 1-5 - 3 lost chapters available together for the first time - exclusive "making of spiderwick" sketchbook - bonus gallery featuring 17 all-star artists giving their spin on the world of spiderwick. (description based on dust cover; image from diterlizzi.com) Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black's bestselling series, THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES, has been compiled into one fantastical edition! Follow Jared, Simon, and Mallory Grace as they discover and embark on their adventures through a magical world parallel to our own full of faeries and fantastic creatures. This edition includes: - Full text and selected artwork from books 1-5 - 3 Lost chapters available together for the first time - Exclusive "Making of Spiderwick" sketchbook - Bonus gallery featuring 17 all-star artists giving their spin on the world of Spiderwick. (description based on dust cover; image from diterlizzi.com)

the house baba built: an artist's childhood in china . i knew nothing could happen to us within those walls, in the house baba built. in ed young's childhood home in shanghai, all was not as it seemed: a rocking chair became a horse; a roof became a roller rink; an empty swimming pool became a place for riding scooters and bikes. the house his father built transformed as needed into a place to play hide-and-seek, to eat bamboo shoots, and to be safe. for outside the home's walls, china was at war. soon the house held not only ed and his four siblings but also friends, relatives, and even strangers who became family. the war grew closer, and ed watched as planes flew overhead and frends joined the chinese air force. but through it all, ed's childhood remained full of joy and imagination. this powerful, poignant, and exquisitely illustrated memoir is the story of one of our most beloved children's illustrators and the house his baba built. I knew nothing could happen to us within those walls, in the house Baba built. In Ed Young's childhood home in Shanghai, all was not as it seemed: a rocking chair became a horse; a roof became a roller rink; an empty swimming pool became a place for riding scooters and bikes. The house his father built transformed as needed into a place to play hide-and-seek, to eat bamboo shoots, and to be safe. For outside the home's walls, China was at war. Soon the house held not only Ed and his four siblings but also friends, relatives, and even strangers who became family. The war grew closer, and Ed watched as planes flew overhead and frends joined the Chinese air force. But through it all, Ed's childhood remained full of joy and imagination. This powerful, poignant, and exquisitely illustrated memoir is the story of one of our most beloved children's illustrators and the house his baba built.

the jester has lost his jingle . in this charming tale, the jester awakes one morning to find laughter missing in his kingdom and he and his helpmate, pharley, set off on a quest to find it. they ultimately discover that not only can laughter redeem a weary world, it also can provide the best tonic for anyone facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles. In this charming tale, the Jester awakes one morning to find laughter missing in his kingdom and he and his helpmate, Pharley, set off on a quest to find it. They ultimately discover that not only can laughter redeem a weary world, it also can provide the best tonic for anyone facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

the fairies' birthday surprise . [scholastic reader level 2] come see the rainbow fairies in their early reader debut! [Scholastic Reader Level 2] Come see the Rainbow Fairies in their early reader debut!

the magic key . the stage 5 biff, chip and kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. stories, more stories a, more stories b and more stories c take the children into the less certain realms of fantasy through the magic key adventures. The Stage 5 Biff, Chip and Kipper stories provide a rich story context to help develop language comprehension and decoding skills. Stories, More Stories A, More Stories B and More Stories C take the children into the less certain realms of fantasy through the magic key adventures.

sleuth on skates (sesame seade mysteries #1) . a brand new contemporary mystery series for 9-11 year olds sees the launch of a laugh-out-loud new voice in children's fiction. armed with a pair of purple rollerskates and a brain with as many connections as there are stars in the universe, eleven-year-old sesame seade is more than qualified to be cambridge's number one self-made supersleuth. all she needs now is a mission. so when a student ballerina and aspiring journalist vanishes into thin air, some serious sleuthing begins. very much against her parents' wishes, but with help from her friends toby and gemma and a conspiratorial duck, sesame slips into the wings and solves the mystery of the missing dancer. illustrated throughout with hilarious artwork by sarah horne, this series features a smart and sassy heroine with a unique take on life. also in the series: gargoyles gone awol and scam on the cam. A brand new contemporary mystery series for 9-11 year olds sees the launch of a laugh-out-loud new voice in children's fiction. Armed with a pair of purple rollerskates and a brain with as many connections as there are stars in the universe, eleven-year-old Sesame Seade is more than qualified to be Cambridge's number one self-made supersleuth. All she needs now is a mission. So when a student ballerina and aspiring journalist vanishes into thin air, some serious sleuthing begins. Very much against her parents' wishes, but with help from her friends Toby and Gemma and a conspiratorial duck, Sesame slips into the wings and solves the mystery of the missing dancer. Illustrated throughout with hilarious artwork by Sarah Horne, this series features a smart and sassy heroine with a unique take on life. Also in the series: GARGOYLES GONE AWOL and SCAM ON THE CAM.

polly the party fun fairy (rainbow magic, #19; party fairies, #5) . the party fairies have been busy preparing for the fairy king and queen's 1000th jubilee. jack frost isn't happy as it is also his 500th birthday and no-one has remembered. he sets out to steal each of the fairies' bags which hold key ingredients to the magical party. rachel and kirsty must help each fairy. The party fairies have been busy preparing for the fairy King and Queen's 1000th jubilee. Jack Frost isn't happy as it is also his 500th birthday and no-one has remembered. He sets out to steal each of the fairies' bags which hold key ingredients to the magical party. Rachel and Kirsty must help each fairy.

lots: the diversity of life on earth . from the award-winning team behind tiny: the invisible world of microbes comes lots, a beautifully illustrated introduction to the concept of biodiversity for younger readers. there are living things everywhere: the more we look, the more we find. there are creatures on the tops of the tallest jungle trees, at the bottom of the coldest oceans, even under the feathers of birds and in boiling volcanic pools. so how many different kinds are there? one, two, three ... lots! with beautiful words from nicola davies and exquisite illustrations by emily sutton, this groundbreaking book is certain to enchant and inspire children. From the award-winning team behind Tiny: The Invisible World of Microbes comes Lots, a beautifully illustrated introduction to the concept of biodiversity for younger readers. There are living things everywhere: the more we look, the more we find. There are creatures on the tops of the tallest jungle trees, at the bottom of the coldest oceans, even under the feathers of birds and in boiling volcanic pools. So how many different kinds are there? One, two, three ... lots! With beautiful words from Nicola Davies and exquisite illustrations by Emily Sutton, this groundbreaking book is certain to enchant and inspire children.

cooking camp disaster (nancy drew and the crew clue, #35) . nancy drew and the clue crew need to discover who's tricking their taste buds! nancy, bess, and george are excited to be spending some of their summer at kid kuisine, a cooking camp where they are going to learn how to make delicious treats from chef giorgio. at the end of the camp, they will be cooking for their families--and someone will win best chef! but after a few days, it's clear that one of their fellow campers is not as excited as they are. from salty brownies to super-spicy pizza, things are not as yummy as they should be: someone is sabotaging the food. could it be the stuck-up jeremy, who is intent on winning best chef? or the chef's assistant, who might have hidden motives of her own? it's up to the clue crew to figure out who's ruining the recipes--and everyone's appetite! Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew need to discover who's tricking their taste buds! Nancy, Bess, and George are excited to be spending some of their summer at Kid Kuisine, a cooking camp where they are going to learn how to make delicious treats from Chef Giorgio. At the end of the camp, they will be cooking for their families--and someone will win Best Chef! But after a few days, it's clear that one of their fellow campers is not as excited as they are. From salty brownies to super-spicy pizza, things are not as yummy as they should be: Someone is sabotaging the food. Could it be the stuck-up Jeremy, who is intent on winning Best Chef? Or the chef's assistant, who might have hidden motives of her own? It's up to the Clue Crew to figure out who's ruining the recipes--and everyone's appetite!

shark beneath the reef . like his father and grandfather before him, 14-year-old tomas torres dreams of catching a great shark in the sea of cortez -- and he will catch it, although there are other things he should be thinking about. with an education, her could someday become a marine biologist. tomas's family want him to stay in school. but tomas knows he will be more help to them if he leaves school now to become a fisherman. should he drop out? the choice is tomas alone -- a difficult one for a boy just becoming a man. it is only underwater, in a confrontation with the fisherman's greatest prize and worst enemy, that tomas finds the strength to make his decision. Like his father and grandfather before him, 14-year-old Tomas Torres dreams of catching a great shark in the Sea of Cortez -- and he will catch it, although there are other things he should be thinking about. With an education, her could someday become a marine biologist. Tomas's family want him to stay in school. But Tomas knows he will be more help to them if he leaves school now to become a fisherman. Should he drop out? The choice is Tomas alone -- a difficult one for a boy just becoming a man. It is only underwater, in a confrontation with the fisherman's greatest prize and worst enemy, that Tomas finds the strength to make his decision.

wayside school gets a little stranger (wayside school #3) . all the kids from wayside school had to spend 243 days in horrible schools while wayside was closed to get rid of the infestation of cows! now the kids are back and the fun begins again on every floor. miss mush has prepared a special lunch of baked liver in purple sauce and it is pet day on the 30th floor. All the kids from Wayside School had to spend 243 days in horrible schools while Wayside was closed to get rid of the infestation of cows! Now the kids are back and the fun begins again on every floor. Miss Mush has prepared a special lunch of baked liver in purple sauce and it is pet day on the 30th floor.

school days around the world . author margriet ruurs begins this engaging informational picture book by posing an intriguing question: "what is a school? is it a building with classrooms? or can it be any place where children learn?" the fascinating stories that follow will expand how young readers think of school, as they learn about the experiences of real children in thirteen different countries around the world. from marta in azezo, ethiopia, and luciano in m?rida, venezuela, to alina in taraz, kazakhstan, and lu in shanghai, china, the children who are profiled live in places that truly span the globe. however, while there are huge differences in their environments, all the children share similar desires to learn, read and play with others. alice feagan's charming cut-paper collage artwork further enhances the idea of a global community by featuring smiling, enthusiastic children's faces, which are equally joyous and filled with life in every situation. as with all the titles in the popular around the world series, using a familiar concept such as going to school is a perfect way to introduce children to other cultures and places in social studies classes. the author has provided several resources at the end of the book, including discussion topics and a list of organizations that help children access education. a world map at the beginning of the book shows the location of each of the countries, and a glossary contains definitions of the foreign words. these, along with a table of contents, make useful tools for familiarizing young readers with book navigation. Author Margriet Ruurs begins this engaging informational picture book by posing an intriguing question: "What is a school? Is it a building with classrooms? Or can it be any place where children learn?" The fascinating stories that follow will expand how young readers think of school, as they learn about the experiences of real children in thirteen different countries around the world. From Marta in Azezo, Ethiopia, and Luciano in M?rida, Venezuela, to Alina in Taraz, Kazakhstan, and Lu in Shanghai, China, the children who are profiled live in places that truly span the globe. However, while there are huge differences in their environments, all the children share similar desires to learn, read and play with others. Alice Feagan's charming cut-paper collage artwork further enhances the idea of a global community by featuring smiling, enthusiastic children's faces, which are equally joyous and filled with life in every situation. As with all the titles in the popular Around the World series, using a familiar concept such as going to school is a perfect way to introduce children to other cultures and places in social studies classes. The author has provided several resources at the end of the book, including discussion topics and a list of organizations that help children access education. A world map at the beginning of the book shows the location of each of the countries, and a glossary contains definitions of the foreign words. These, along with a table of contents, make useful tools for familiarizing young readers with book navigation.

christmas tree . sweet illustrations and simple language bring the holidays to life for the youngest of children. at christmastime, a tree from the outside comes inside, just waiting to be decorated. and did you know that some of the tree's ornaments are inspired by outdoor things, too -- like a snowflake, a ball, a bird, and a star? spare language and luminous collage paintings offer a fresh, inviting look at well-loved traditions. Sweet illustrations and simple language bring the holidays to life for the youngest of children. At Christmastime, a tree from the outside comes inside, just waiting to be decorated. And did you know that some of the tree's ornaments are inspired by outdoor things, too -- like a snowflake, a ball, a bird, and a star? Spare language and luminous collage paintings offer a fresh, inviting look at well-loved traditions.

the arthur rackham fairy book . "old tales with new ilustrations" was how this delightful book was described on its original appearance in 1933. it has been reprinted frequently since then, but arthur rackham's illustrations are still new and freshly attractive to those picking up the volume for the first time. the 23 stories in the book are some of the most famous fairy tales ever told to successive generations of young readers. they include such well-loved tales as 'cinderella', 'rip van winkle', 'blue beard' 'the ugly duckling', 'puss in boots', and 'hansel and grethel'. the arthur rackham fairy bookis filled with over 50 black and white line drawings and 8 superb color plates that will capture the imagination of old and young readers alike. -copied from flap of dust jacket "Old Tales with New Ilustrations" was how this delightful book was described on its original appearance in 1933. It has been reprinted frequently since then, but Arthur Rackham's illustrations are still new and freshly attractive to those picking up the volume for the first time. The 23 stories in the book are some of the most famous fairy tales ever told to successive generations of young readers. They include such well-loved tales as 'Cinderella', 'Rip Van Winkle', 'Blue Beard' 'The Ugly Duckling', 'Puss in Boots', and 'Hansel and Grethel'. The Arthur Rackham Fairy Bookis filled with over 50 black and white line drawings and 8 superb color plates that will capture the imagination of old and young readers alike. -copied from flap of dust jacket

scaredy kat (suddenly supernatural #2) . now that she's acquired her spirit sight, kat discovers being followed around by a bunch of dead people can be pretty scary. so when kat and her best friend, jac, explore an abandoned old house that leads to a search for a missing boy, kat's not sure if she wants to help - or even if she can. and when evidence surfaces that spirits are following kat, even into her own room, she has to face down her own fear. can kat keep the undead in control? Now that she's acquired her Spirit sight, Kat discovers being followed around by a bunch of dead people can be pretty scary. So when Kat and her best friend, Jac, explore an abandoned old house that leads to a search for a missing boy, Kat's not sure if she wants to help - or even if she can. And when evidence surfaces that spirits are following Kat, even into her own room, she has to face down her own fear. Can Kat keep the undead in control?

deluxe dork diaries . titles in this set: dork diaries 3 1/2: how to dork your diary; dork diaries; dork diaries: party time; dork diaries: pop star Titles in This Set: Dork Diaries 3 1/2: How to Dork Your Diary; Dork Diaries; Dork Diaries: Party Time; Dork Diaries: Pop Star

froggy gets dressed board book . getting dressed for a romp in the snow isn't as easy as it sounds. socks, boots, hat, mittens, scarf, coat, pants, shirt...will froggy "ever" pull it all together? Getting dressed for a romp in the snow isn't as easy as it sounds. Socks, boots, hat, mittens, scarf, coat, pants, shirt...will Froggy "ever" pull it all together?

the haunted fort (the hardy boys # 03) . librarian notes:this is an alternate cover edition isbn10: 0006908144. frank and joe hardy are the sons of the famous detective fenton hardy, and like their father they're superb crime-fighters, but with this case they may have met their match... a series of baffling art thefts lead frank and joe hardy to new england. but there's a lot more at stakes than a few stolen paintings... Librarian Notes:This is an alternate cover edition ISBN10: 0006908144. Frank and Joe Hardy are the sons of the famous detective Fenton Hardy, and like their father they're superb crime-fighters, but with this case they may have met their match... A series of baffling art thefts lead Frank and Joe Hardy to New England. But there's a lot more at stakes than a few stolen paintings...

superfudge (fudge, #2) . farley drexel hatcher, otherwise known as fudge, plans to be a bird when he grows up. as far as his older brother, peter, is concerned, fudge will grow up to be a big pain! dealing with fudge has been hard enough, but now peter has a whole new set of problems. his parents have decided to move to new jersey for a whole year! what's more, peter's mom is going to have a new baby. how will peter survive if the new baby becomes a carbon copy of fudge? Farley Drexel Hatcher, otherwise known as Fudge, plans to be a bird when he grows up. As far as his older brother, Peter, is concerned, Fudge will grow up to be a big pain! Dealing with Fudge has been hard enough, but now Peter has a whole new set of problems. His parents have decided to move to New Jersey for a whole year! What's more, Peter's mom is going to have a new baby. How Will Peter survive if the new baby becomes a carbon copy of Fudge?

the predator (animorphs, #5) . the wildly popular series by k.a. applegate is back! the first six books of animorphs return, with striking new lenticular covers that morph. marco never wanted to be an animorph. he didn't want the ability to change into any animal he touches. and he certainly didn't want to be one of a handful of kids that are the planet's only defense against a secret alien army. his friends know why he feels the way he does. he's worried about his dad -- the only family marco has left. if anything happens to him, his father will be alone. but something big is about to change for marco. something that could finally give him a reason to fight. The wildly popular series by K.A. Applegate is back! The first six books of Animorphs return, with striking new lenticular covers that morph. Marco never wanted to be an Animorph. He didn't want the ability to change into any animal he touches. And he certainly didn't want to be one of a handful of kids that are the planet's only defense against a secret alien army. His friends know why he feels the way he does. He's worried about his dad -- the only family Marco has left. If anything happens to him, his father will be alone. But something big is about to change for Marco. Something that could finally give him a reason to fight.

sector 7 . only the person who gave us tuesday could have devised this fantastic caldecott honor-winning tale, which begins with a school trip to the empire state building. there a boy makes friends with a mischievous little cloud, who whisks him away to the cloud dispatch center for sector 7 (the region that includes new york city). the clouds are bored with their everyday shapes, so the boy obligingly starts to sketch some new ones. . . . the wordless yet eloquent account of this unparalleled adventure is a funny, touching story about art, friendship, and the weather, as well as a visual tour de force. Only the person who gave us Tuesday could have devised this fantastic Caldecott Honor-winning tale, which begins with a school trip to the Empire State Building. There a boy makes friends with a mischievous little cloud, who whisks him away to the Cloud Dispatch Center for Sector 7 (the region that includes New York City). The clouds are bored with their everyday shapes, so the boy obligingly starts to sketch some new ones. . . . The wordless yet eloquent account of this unparalleled adventure is a funny, touching story about art, friendship, and the weather, as well as a visual tour de force.

zoo parade! . how many different ways of walking can you name? join a parade of animals on their way to the zoo to find out! can you prance like a lion? dance like a gazelle? can you saunter like a giraffe? kangaroo jump? march like a camel with a bumpity hump? simms taback's big, bright, and bold illustrations make following these wild and wonderful creatures more fun than a barrel of monkeys!author biography: harriet ziefert is a well-known author who has written over one hundred books for children. when she is not writing, she commutes between her homes in lincoln, massachusetts and maplewood, new jersey. simms taback received the 2000 caldecott medal for joseph had a little overcoat. in 1998, he was awarded a caldecott honor for there was an old lady who swallowed a fly, which he created with harriet ziefert. he lives in the catskill area of upstate new york. How many different ways of walking can you name? Join a parade of animals on their way to the zoo to find out! Can you prance like a lion? Dance like a gazelle? Can you saunter like a giraffe? Kangaroo jump? March like a camel with a bumpity hump? Simms Taback's big, bright, and bold illustrations make following these wild and wonderful creatures more fun than a barrel of monkeys!Author Biography: Harriet Ziefert is a well-known author who has written over one hundred books for children. When she is not writing, she commutes between her homes in Lincoln, Massachusetts and Maplewood, New Jersey. Simms Taback received the 2000 Caldecott Medal for Joseph had a Little Overcoat. In 1998, he was awarded a Caldecott Honor for There was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly, which he created with Harriet Ziefert. He lives in the Catskill area of upstate New York.

horton halfpott: or, the fiendish mystery of smugwick manor; or, the loosening of m'lady luggertuck's corset . tom angleberger's latest, loopiest middle-grade novel begins when m'lady luggertuck loosens her corset (it's never been loosened before!), thereby setting off a chain of events in which all the strict rules of smugwick manor are abandoned. when, as a result of "the loosening," the precious family heirloom, the luggertuck lump (quite literally a lump), goes missing, the luggertucks look for someone to blame. is it horton halfpott, the good-natured but lowly kitchen boy who can't tell a lie? or one of the many colorful cast members in this silly romp of a mystery. Tom Angleberger's latest, loopiest middle-grade novel begins when M'Lady Luggertuck loosens her corset (it's never been loosened before!), thereby setting off a chain of events in which all the strict rules of Smugwick Manor are abandoned. When, as a result of "the Loosening," the precious family heirloom, the Luggertuck Lump (quite literally a lump), goes missing, the Luggertucks look for someone to blame. Is it Horton Halfpott, the good-natured but lowly kitchen boy who can't tell a lie? Or one of the many colorful cast members in this silly romp of a mystery.

water sings blue: ocean poems . come down to the shore with this rich and vivid celebration of the ocean! with watercolors gorgeous enough to wade in by award-winning artist meilo so and playful, moving poems by kate coombs, water sings blue evokes the beauty and power, the depth and mystery, and the endless resonance of the sea. Come down to the shore with this rich and vivid celebration of the ocean! With watercolors gorgeous enough to wade in by award-winning artist Meilo So and playful, moving poems by Kate Coombs, Water Sings Blue evokes the beauty and power, the depth and mystery, and the endless resonance of the sea.

soccer game! . hello reader level 1 rhyming text and spirited illustrations take readers through the exciting ups and downs of a neighborhood soccer game. book details:format: paperback publication date: 8/1/1994 pages: 32 reading level: age 4 and up Hello Reader Level 1 Rhyming text and spirited illustrations take readers through the exciting ups and downs of a neighborhood soccer game. Book Details:Format: Paperback Publication Date: 8/1/1994 Pages: 32 Reading Level: Age 4 and Up

leaving the shallows . after weeks at sea, jody and her family have arrived at hervey bay, off the coast of australia. there, jody befriends a gorgeous pink-and-white dolphin named dawn. jody notices a neighborhood tourist operation isn't keeping the dolphins' interest in mind and, as a result, dawn becomes ill. will jody be able to convince them to change their ways before it's too late? After weeks at sea, Jody and her family have arrived at Hervey Bay, off the coast of Australia. There, Jody befriends a gorgeous pink-and-white dolphin named Dawn. Jody notices a neighborhood tourist operation isn't keeping the dolphins' interest in mind and, as a result, Dawn becomes ill. Will Jody be able to convince them to change their ways before it's too late?

up and down (the boy, #4) . from the illustrator of the #1 smash hitthe day the crayons quit comes a humorous, resonant tale about the value of shared experiences. a penguin has wings for a reason . . . doesn't he? having a best friend with his own airplane is one thing, but actually experiencing what it feels like to fly by himself? here is one penguin who believes this is precisely what he needs to feel complete. only . . . if flying by himself is so wonderful, then why does he feel so empty?because some experiences are better shared. (and penguins are much happier on the ground.) oliver jeffers delivers the perfect companion to his much-loved lost and found. penguins everywhere will take flight in delight. From the illustrator of the #1 smash hitThe Day the Crayons Quit comes a humorous, resonant tale about the value of shared experiences. A penguin has wings for a reason . . . doesn't he? Having a best friend with his own airplane is one thing, but actually experiencing what it feels like to fly by himself? Here is one penguin who believes this is precisely what he needs to feel complete. Only . . . if flying by himself is so wonderful, then why does he feel so empty?Because some experiences are better shared. (And penguins are much happier on the ground.) Oliver Jeffers delivers the perfect companion to his much-loved Lost and Found. Penguins everywhere will take flight in delight.

super saurus saves kindergarten . arnold has a plan. the evil genius zorgo-disguised as mr. zachary-will never stop him. that's because arnold is . . . super saurus! no kindergarten in the universe can hold him. or can it? Arnold has a plan. The evil genius Zorgo-disguised as Mr. Zachary-will never stop him. That's because Arnold is . . . SUPER SAURUS! No kindergarten in the universe can hold him. Or can it?

sharks (fly guy presents, #1) . fly guy is buzzzzing on over to the nonfiction genre! award-winning author/illustrator tedd arnold brings nonfiction to life with the help of his very popular main character, fly guy! this engaging nonfiction reader combines the kid-friendly humor of fly guy with the high-interest topic of sharks! fly guy and buzz introduce young readers to sharks with straightforward fun facts, humorous asides, and full-bleed photographs throughout. *foil on the cover!* Fly Guy is buzzzzing on over to the nonfiction genre! Award-winning author/illustrator Tedd Arnold brings nonfiction to life with the help of his very popular main character, Fly Guy! This engaging nonfiction reader combines the kid-friendly humor of Fly Guy with the high-interest topic of sharks! Fly Guy and Buzz introduce young readers to sharks with straightforward fun facts, humorous asides, and full-bleed photographs throughout. *FOIL ON THE COVER!*

mary mcscary . meet mary mcscary. mary likes to be scary. she scares her mom, her dad, her pets, and even a balloon! but there's just one person mary can't scare -- her cousin, harry mcscary. he's not afraid of the usual things, like spiders, snakes, and other creepy crawlies. but mary doesn't give up that easily, and one way or another she'll find a way to give harry the scareof his life. . . beware of mary mcscary! renowned bestselling children's book talents r.l. stine, creator of the goosebumps series, and marc brown, creator of the arthur adventure series, join forces once again in a spine-tingling, wildly funny picture book story featuring a fearless anti-heroine that will have kids and their parents cheering, "boooooo!" Meet Mary McScary. Mary likes to be scary. She scares her mom, her dad, her pets, and even a balloon! But there's just one person Mary can't scare -- her cousin, Harry McScary. He's not afraid of the usual things, like spiders, snakes, and other creepy crawlies. But Mary doesn't give up that easily, and one way or another she'll find a way to give Harry the scareof his life. . . Beware of Mary McScary! Renowned bestselling children's book talents R.L. Stine, creator of the Goosebumps series, and Marc Brown, creator of the Arthur Adventure series, join forces once again in a spine-tingling, wildly funny picture book story featuring a fearless anti-heroine that will have kids and their parents cheering, "BOOOOOO!"

trucks: baby touch and feel . selection of touch and feel pictures of various kinds of trucks, with descriptions (mostly) of their noises. Selection of touch and feel pictures of various kinds of trucks, with descriptions (mostly) of their noises.

the swiss family robinson (classic starts series) . a shipwreck; a deserted island; a single family, wondering if they can survive. rich in suspense and surprises, "the swiss family robinson" entices young readers to come along on a wonderful adventure, where each moment brings a new thrill. featuring amazingly resourceful characters and a wondrous landscape bursting with exotic wildlife and plants, it's an irresistible tale of ingenuity. A shipwreck; a deserted island; a single family, wondering if they can survive. Rich in suspense and surprises, "The Swiss Family Robinson" entices young readers to come along on a wonderful adventure, where each moment brings a new thrill. Featuring amazingly resourceful characters and a wondrous landscape bursting with exotic wildlife and plants, it's an irresistible tale of ingenuity.

clementine and the spring trip (clementine, #6) . for clementine, spring is a really big deal. it's the time for seeing her apple tree start to grow, for watching her friend margaret go crazy with spring cleaning, and for going on the school trip to plimoth plantation. clementine is ready for ye olden times, but she isn't so sure about surviving lunch there-the fourth graders have strict rules about no eating sounds. (what issnicking, anyway? ) if that wasn't enough, clementine also faces the challenges of learning olive-language and surviving the cloud on bus 7. hearing the pilgrim lady talk about why she made the long journey from england makes clementine think about rules. who makes them, and what do they mean to the people who have to live with them? today clementine has to decide which rules are made to be broken. For Clementine, spring is a really big deal. It's the time for seeing her apple tree start to grow, for watching her friend Margaret go crazy with spring cleaning, and for going on the school trip to Plimoth Plantation. Clementine is ready for Ye Olden Times, but she isn't so sure about surviving lunch there-the fourth graders have strict rules about no eating sounds. (What issnicking, anyway? ) If that wasn't enough, Clementine also faces the challenges of learning Olive-language and surviving The Cloud on Bus 7. Hearing the pilgrim lady talk about why she made the long journey from England makes Clementine think about rules. Who makes them, and what do they mean to the people who have to live with them? Today Clementine has to decide which rules are made to be broken.

thomas and the jet engine . gordon loves to remind everyone that he is the fast and important train. but one day, thomas is given a very special job: he is taking a jet engine to the airport. when the engine is switched on by accident, suddenly thomas is the very fast and very important train! beginning readers will enjoy the simple text full of action words (zip!) and action sounds (zoom!). Gordon loves to remind everyone that he is the fast and important train. But one day, Thomas is given a very special job: he is taking a jet engine to the airport. When the engine is switched on by accident, suddenly Thomas is the very fast and very important train! Beginning readers will enjoy the simple text full of action words (zip!) and action sounds (zoom!).

rocky road trip (the magic school bus chapter book, #20) . the friz's class is tracking a mineral mystery--this trip's a gem! when carlos brings a mystery rock to school, he hopes ms. frizzle will tell him what kind of rock it is. but the friz doesn't like to tell when she can show....that's how the class ends up on a wild rock hunt in the wild west, trying to solve a mineral mystery! they take a stagecoach ride, pan for precious gems, and even explore an old mine. sure, the going gets a little rough at times--but this road trip rocks! The Friz's class is tracking a mineral mystery--this trip's a gem! When Carlos brings a mystery rock to school, he hopes Ms. Frizzle will tell him what kind of rock it is. But the Friz doesn't like to tell when she can show....That's how the class ends up on a wild rock hunt in the Wild West, trying to solve a mineral mystery! They take a stagecoach ride, pan for precious gems, and even explore an old mine. Sure, the going gets a little rough at times--but this road trip rocks!

the ghostly mystery (cam jansen mysteries, #16) . how do you catch a ghost? fifth-grade sleuth cam jansen is hot on the trail of a cleverly costumed robber. everybody in line for the concert saw the person who stole the money from the ticket booth. but nobody can give the police a description, since he--or she--is disguised as a ghost! leave it to cam, with her quick wits and amazing photographic memory, to unmask the thief and put the "ghost" to rest. How do you catch a ghost? Fifth-grade sleuth Cam Jansen is hot on the trail of a cleverly costumed robber. Everybody in line for the concert saw the person who stole the money from the ticket booth. But nobody can give the police a description, since he--or she--is disguised as a ghost! Leave it to Cam, with her quick wits and amazing photographic memory, to unmask the thief and put the "ghost" to rest.

foul play (the three investigators crimebusters, #9) . star rock singer george brandon is about to open in the show "danger zone"-that is, if he can stay alive. someone-or something-is out to get him. will it be curtains before curtain time? not if the three investigators can help it. Star rock singer George Brandon is about to open in the show "Danger Zone"-that is, if he can stay alive. Someone-or something-is out to get him. Will it be curtains before curtain time? Not if the Three Investigators can help it.

stuck . delightful chaos ensues when a young boy gets his kite stuck up a tree in this laugh-out-loud new picture book from award-winning, internationally best-selling author-illustrator oliver jeffers! floyd gets his kite stuck up a tree. he throws up his shoe to shift it, but that gets stuck too. so he throws up his other shoe and that gets stuck, along with! a ladder, a pot of paint, the kitchen sink, an orang-utan and a whale, amongst other things! will floyd ever get his kite back? a hilarious book with a wonderful surprise ending. Delightful chaos ensues when a young boy gets his kite stuck up a tree in this laugh-out-loud new picture book from award-winning, internationally best-selling author-illustrator Oliver Jeffers! Floyd gets his kite stuck up a tree. He throws up his shoe to shift it, but that gets stuck too. So he throws up his other shoe and that gets stuck, along with! a ladder, a pot of paint, the kitchen sink, an orang-utan and a whale, amongst other things! Will Floyd ever get his kite back? A hilarious book with a wonderful surprise ending.

richard scarry's busiest people ever! . back in print after twenty years! now readers can once again follow all the busy people who keep busytown running smoothly. everyone's favorite friends are there: huckle cat, lowly worm, sergeant murphy, bumbling mr. frumble, and more. preschoolers learning about their communities will enjoy seeing the inner workings of a farm, the harbor, the airport, and even the busy cat household! this classic book, from the one and only richard scarry, will bring hours of fun to a whole new generation. Back in print after twenty years! Now readers can once again follow all the busy people who keep Busytown running smoothly. Everyone's favorite friends are there: Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, Sergeant Murphy, bumbling Mr. Frumble, and more. Preschoolers learning about their communities will enjoy seeing the inner workings of a farm, the harbor, the airport, and even the busy Cat household! This classic book, from the one and only Richard Scarry, will bring hours of fun to a whole new generation.

in a dark, dark room: and other scary stories . in 1957, harper published its first i can read title, little bear, written by else holmelund minarik and illustrated by maurice sendak. large type, simple vocabulary, chapter-like divisions, and decorative pictures made little bear perfect for emerging readers In 1957, Harper published its first I Can Read title, Little Bear, written by Else Holmelund Minarik and illustrated by Maurice Sendak. Large type, simple vocabulary, chapter-like divisions, and decorative pictures made Little Bear perfect for emerging readers

pop star (dork diaries, #3) . nikki's road to stardom checklist diva showdown bff feud ? talented entourage to back up vip (very important pop star) nikki maxwell's school is holding a talent competition and nikki can't wait to start practising dance moves with her bffs, chloe and zoey, and impressing brandon, her crush, with her singing skills! but then nikki finds out that her arch-nemesis, mackenzie, is entering the contest too, and she's determined to hog the limelight. can a dork like nikki take on the most popular girl in school and win? let the spotlight showdown commence... Nikki's Road to Stardom checklist Diva showdown BFF feud ? Talented entourage to back up VIP (Very Important Pop Star) Nikki Maxwell's school is holding a talent competition and Nikki can't wait to start practising dance moves with her BFFs, Chloe and Zoey, and impressing Brandon, her crush, with her singing skills! But then Nikki finds out that her arch-nemesis, MacKenzie, is entering the contest too, and she's determined to hog the limelight. Can a dork like Nikki take on the most popular girl in school and win? Let the spotlight showdown commence...

judy moody declares independence . hear ye! hear ye! everyone knows that judy moody has a mood for every occasion, and now a visit to boston has put our famous third grader in a revolutionary mood. when judy meets an english girl named tori at the tea party ship, she is gobsmacked to learn how many liberties her british friend enjoys - her very own phone, private loo, and pounds of allowance. when a day of cheerfully doing her chores doesn't earn judy moody more rights, and staging a revolt in the form of a tea-throwing boston tub party has her dad reading the riot act, judy is forced into temporary retreat. who would guess that a real-life crisis involving her brother, stink, would finally give judy a chance to show her courageous quick thinking - and prove her independence, once and for all? Hear ye! Hear ye! Everyone knows that Judy Moody has a mood for every occasion, and now a visit to Boston has put our famous third grader in a revolutionary mood. When Judy meets an English girl named Tori at the Tea Party ship, she is gobsmacked to learn how many liberties her British friend enjoys - her very own phone, private loo, and pounds of allowance. When a day of cheerfully doing her chores doesn't earn Judy Moody more rights, and staging a revolt in the form of a tea-throwing Boston Tub Party has her dad reading the riot act, Judy is forced into temporary retreat. Who would guess that a real-life crisis involving her brother, Stink, would finally give Judy a chance to show her courageous quick thinking - and prove her independence, once and for all?

sail away: the ballad of skip and nell . "the dingo pair set out to sea - their hearts were beating fast. their boat was but a redgum log with neither sail nor mast." follow intrepid adventurers skip and nell as they travel round australia on their way to that boat-race way out west. "The dingo pair set out to sea - Their hearts were beating fast. Their boat was but a redgum log With neither sail nor mast." Follow intrepid adventurers Skip and Nell as they travel round Australia on their way to that boat-race way out west.

the misadventures of max crumbly 2: middle school mayhem . from #1 new york times bestselling dork diaries author rachel renee russell comes the second book in an all-new series about max crumbly and his daily ups and downs in middle school. when we last left our hero, max crumbly, he had crash-landed on top of a mighty meat monster pizza after taking a late night tumble through the vents at south ridge middle school--and he was completely surrounded by three ruthless criminals! will max be shredded to bits like mozzarella cheese on the hard and crunchy pizza crust of doom? can his friend and sidekick, computer whiz erin, help get him out of this sticky situation alive? From #1 New York Times bestselling Dork Diaries author Rachel Renee Russell comes the second book in an all-new series about Max Crumbly and his daily ups and downs in middle school. When we last left our hero, Max Crumbly, he had crash-landed on top of a Mighty Meat Monster pizza after taking a late night tumble through the vents at South Ridge Middle School--and he was completely surrounded by three ruthless criminals! Will Max be shredded to bits like mozzarella cheese on the hard and crunchy pizza crust of doom? Can his friend and sidekick, computer whiz Erin, help get him out of this sticky situation alive?

pie for chuck . when tempted by his favorite dessert, pat schories's lovable chuck recruits his friends to help him sneak a taste. big chuck is a woodchuck with a taste for pie. he daydreams about warm, flaky pastries and their fruity filling. when he spots a freshly baked blueberry pie cooling on the windowsill, he must have it. chuck can't reach high enough, so he recruits his friends to help. maybe raccoon or rabbit can get the pie? it takes some impressive--and athletic--teamwork for chuck and his friends to reach the ledge, but their reward is so sweet! a companion to pants for chuck: an i like to read(r) book. about the series i like to read(r) books are picture books written and illustrated so that even the newest reader can enjoy a satisfying, quality literary experience. the books in the series are written at kindergarten and early first grade reading levels. "these books deftly combine text and art to create a positive experience for new readers."--school library journal "this series dares to make entertaining reads from short texts and familiar vocabulary"--kirkus reviews "each one makes the hard world of learning to read enough fun to encourage children at this critical developmental moment to try another one."--vicky smith, children's and ya editor at kirkus reviews When tempted by his favorite dessert, Pat Schories's lovable Chuck recruits his friends to help him sneak a taste. Big Chuck is a woodchuck with a taste for pie. He daydreams about warm, flaky pastries and their fruity filling. When he spots a freshly baked blueberry pie cooling on the windowsill, he must have it. Chuck can't reach high enough, so he recruits his friends to help. Maybe Raccoon or Rabbit can get the pie? It takes some impressive--and athletic--teamwork for Chuck and his friends to reach the ledge, but their reward is so sweet! A companion to PANTS FOR CHUCK: An I Like to Read(r) Book. About the Series I Like to Read(r) books are picture books written and illustrated so that even the newest reader can enjoy a satisfying, quality literary experience. The books in the series are written at kindergarten and early first grade reading levels. "These books deftly combine text and art to create a positive experience for new readers."--School Library Journal "This series dares to make entertaining reads from short texts and familiar vocabulary"--Kirkus Reviews "Each one makes the hard world of learning to read enough fun to encourage children at this critical developmental moment to try another one."--Vicky Smith, Children's and YA Editor at Kirkus Reviews

hotel for dogs . the walkers are moving to a new town, and staying with an aunt who's allergic to dogs. too bad for andi and her brother bruce, who love dogs -- and happen to meet a stray that needs help. soon, andi hatches a plan, turning the abandoned house down the block into a hotel for dogs. but as more and more tenants move in, the secret gets too big to keep. can the kids save their canine castle? or will the hotel have to close? The Walkers are moving to a new town, and staying with an aunt who's allergic to dogs. Too bad for Andi and her brother Bruce, who love dogs -- and happen to meet a stray that needs help. Soon, Andi hatches a plan, turning the abandoned house down the block into a hotel for dogs. But as more and more tenants move in, the secret gets too big to keep. Can the kids save their canine castle? Or will the hotel have to close?

don't let the pigeon drive the bus! . when a bus driver takes a break from his route, a very unlikely volunteer springs up to take his place-a pigeon! but you've never met one like this before. as he pleads, wheedles, and begs his way through the book, children will love being able to answer back and decide his fate. in his hilarious picture book debut, popular cartoonist mo willems perfectly captures a preschooler's temper tantrum. When a bus driver takes a break from his route, a very unlikely volunteer springs up to take his place-a pigeon! But you've never met one like this before. As he pleads, wheedles, and begs his way through the book, children will love being able to answer back and decide his fate. In his hilarious picture book debut, popular cartoonist Mo Willems perfectly captures a preschooler's temper tantrum.

mama's day . " somewhere there's a mama lifting baby from a crib, snapping rompers, looping laces, brushing crumbs from baby's bib. " with its simple rhyming verse, this book pays tribute to mamas and children. from waking babies up in the morning to hushing baby to sleep at night, mamas' lives revolve around their children. the gentle illustrations depict all kinds of mamas and babies, sunning on the seashore, walking in a bustling market, and quietly rocking in a wooden chair. but wherever they are, mamas and babies are together, and this book celebrates the special bond that they share. " Somewhere there's a mama lifting baby from a crib, Snapping rompers, looping laces, Brushing crumbs from baby's bib. " With its simple rhyming verse, this book pays tribute to mamas and children. From waking babies up in the morning to hushing baby to sleep at night, mamas' lives revolve around their children. The gentle illustrations depict all kinds of mamas and babies, sunning on the seashore, walking in a bustling market, and quietly rocking in a wooden chair. But wherever they are, mamas and babies are together, and this book celebrates the special bond that they share.

danny and the dinosaur (an i can read book) . one day danny goes to a museum where he sees a dinosaur. "i'm sorry they are not real," says danny. "it would be nice to play with a dinosaur." just then a voice says, "and i think it would be nice to play with you!" One day Danny goes to a museum where he sees a dinosaur. "I'm sorry they are not real," says Danny. "It would be nice to play with a dinosaur." Just then a voice says, "And I think it would be nice to play with you!"

walt disney's grandpa bunny . originally published in 1951, this vintage little golden book tells the touching story of great-grandpa bunny bunny, who teaches each new generation of bunnies how to prepare for the coming spring. featuring classic disney illustrations and sweet, simple text, this title will delight new and old disney fans alike! Originally published in 1951, this vintage Little Golden Book tells the touching story of Great-Grandpa Bunny Bunny, who teaches each new generation of bunnies how to prepare for the coming spring. Featuring classic Disney illustrations and sweet, simple text, this title will delight new and old Disney fans alike!

anne of green gables (anne of green gables, #1) . the timeless story of the young orphan girl sent by accident to a brother and sister who had wanted a boy, anne, with her vivid imagination and sensitive spirit, has enchanted readers for generations. (summary by karen savage) The timeless story of the young orphan girl sent by accident to a brother and sister who had wanted a boy, Anne, with her vivid imagination and sensitive spirit, has enchanted readers for generations. (Summary by Karen Savage)

saige . upset that her new mexico school can only afford music and art teachers in alternate years, fourth-grader saige works with her grandmother, mimi, to plan a fundraiser but when mimi has an accident, saige relies on new friend gabi to help. Upset that her New Mexico school can only afford music and art teachers in alternate years, fourth-grader Saige works with her grandmother, Mimi, to plan a fundraiser but when Mimi has an accident, Saige relies on new friend Gabi to help.

patchwork girl of oz . in this dazzling tale, l. frank baum proves once again his power to delight and enchant readers of all ages. follow the adventrues of a charming new band of characters as they explore the wondrous land of oz and discover that you learn more by traveling than by staying at home. In this dazzling tale, L. Frank Baum proves once again his power to delight and enchant readers of all ages. Follow the adventrues of a charming new band of characters as they explore the wondrous land of Oz and discover that you learn more by traveling than by staying at home.

pirates of the caribbean: dead man's chest . you just can't put a good pirate down! join jack sparrow and his crew as they battle the supernatural warriors led by the notorious davy jones. in this second fantastic pirates of the caribbean adventure, jack, will and elizabeth must possess what lies within davy's secret chest if they are to save jack's soul. featuring horrific sea beasts, cannibal islands and amazing full-colour pictures, this book is every bit as exciting and frightening as the movie itself! You just can't put a good pirate down! Join Jack Sparrow and his crew as they battle the supernatural warriors led by the notorious Davy Jones. In this second fantastic Pirates of the Caribbean adventure, Jack, Will and Elizabeth must possess what lies within Davy's secret chest if they are to save Jack's soul. Featuring horrific sea beasts, cannibal islands and amazing full-colour pictures, this book is every bit as exciting and frightening as the movie itself!

best friends in fairyland . [scholastic reader level 2] join the rainbow fairies in an early reader adventure! the rainbow fairies' unicorn friend, alabaster, is moving away to the royal stables. he'll miss the enchanted forest, but most of all, he'll miss his herd-and his friends the fairies! the sisters are upset to see him go, but they know they will be able to visit alabaster, and hear lots of stories about life at fairyland castle. [reading level: age 6 and up] [Scholastic Reader Level 2] Join the Rainbow Fairies in an early reader adventure! The Rainbow Fairies' unicorn friend, Alabaster, is moving away to the royal stables. He'll miss the enchanted forest, but most of all, he'll miss his herd-and his friends the fairies! The sisters are upset to see him go, but they know they will be able to visit Alabaster, and hear lots of stories about life at Fairyland castle. [Reading Level: Age 6 and up]

the very little princess: rose's story (a stepping stone book) . in a classic storyteller's voice, newbery honor recipient marion dane bauer tells a tale of friendship, family, and fitting in that recalls the doll people, rumer godden, and hitty, her first hundred years. rose is a wild child. she doesn't care what her mother or teacher or schoolmates say--she does what she wants. when she finds a delicate china doll in the attic, she takes it. then the doll comes to life in her hand. she's loud, obnoxious, selfishly bossy, and claims that she's a princess and rose is her servant. but she's also tiny and fragile. she needs rose to keep her safe. and maybe rose needs princess regina, too. from the hardcover edition. In a classic storyteller's voice, Newbery Honor recipient Marion Dane Bauer tells a tale of friendship, family, and fitting in that recalls The Doll People, Rumer Godden, and Hitty, Her First Hundred Years. Rose is a wild child. She doesn't care what her mother or teacher or schoolmates say--she does what she wants. When she finds a delicate china doll in the attic, she takes it. Then the doll comes to life in her hand. She's loud, obnoxious, selfishly bossy, and claims that she's a princess and Rose is her servant. But she's also tiny and fragile. She needs Rose to keep her safe. And maybe Rose needs Princess Regina, too. From the Hardcover edition.

uncle remus: the complete tales . brer rabbit is causing trouble again for his fellow creatures brer fox, brer wolf, and the rest--this time in an omnibus edition that brings together all the stories from tales of uncle remus, more tales of uncle remus, further tales of uncle remus, and last tales of uncle remus.the uncle remus tales, originally written down by joel chandler harris, were first published over a hundred years ago, and serve as the largest collection of african-american folklore. in this four-book series, julius lestermasterfully retains the flavor of the tales, while dropping the heavy dialect of the harris originals and adding contemporary language and references-- ensuring that the stories will be understood and enjoyed by new generations of readers. and, of course, the stories are beautifully illuminated by the slyly humorous full-color and black-and-white art of jerry pinkney. the result is a treasure of a volume that will delight all ages and belongs on every shelf. Brer Rabbit is causing trouble again for his fellow creatures Brer Fox, Brer Wolf, and the rest--this time in an omnibus edition that brings together all the stories from Tales of Uncle Remus, More Tales of Uncle Remus, Further Tales of Uncle Remus, and Last Tales of Uncle Remus.The Uncle Remus tales, originally written down by Joel Chandler Harris, were first published over a hundred years ago, and serve as the largest collection of African-American folklore. In this four-book series, Julius Lestermasterfully retains the flavor of the tales, while dropping the heavy dialect of the Harris originals and adding contemporary language and references-- ensuring that the stories will be understood and enjoyed by new generations of readers. And, of course, the stories are beautifully illuminated by the slyly humorous full-color and black-and-white art of Jerry Pinkney. The result is a treasure of a volume that will delight all ages and belongs on every shelf.

willie bea and the time the martians landed . an american library association notable book: in rural ohio in 1938, twelve-year-old willie bea prepares for halloween--and an alien invasion! halloween is willie bea's favorite holiday. her relatives always visit, and everyone cooks, bakes, and tells stories. best of all, the kids get to dress in costume and go trick-or-treating. but this halloween is different. when willie's glamorous aunt leah, who reads palms and wears sweet-smelling perfume, hears on the radio that aliens are coming to earth, the entire family is petrified. will the aliens come to their small ohio town? what will they do when they arrive? inspired by orson welles's historic war of the worldsradio broadcast, which terrified people across the country, newbery and coretta scott king award winner virginia hamilton tells a gripping, imaginative, and humorous story about a depression-era family on their day of reckoning. An American Library Association Notable Book: In rural Ohio in 1938, twelve-year-old Willie Bea prepares for Halloween--and an alien invasion! Halloween is Willie Bea's favorite holiday. Her relatives always visit, and everyone cooks, bakes, and tells stories. Best of all, the kids get to dress in costume and go trick-or-treating. But this Halloween is different. When Willie's glamorous aunt Leah, who reads palms and wears sweet-smelling perfume, hears on the radio that aliens are coming to Earth, the entire family is petrified. Will the aliens come to their small Ohio town? What will they do when they arrive? Inspired by Orson Welles's historic War of the Worldsradio broadcast, which terrified people across the country, Newbery and Coretta Scott King Award winner Virginia Hamilton tells a gripping, imaginative, and humorous story about a Depression-era family on their day of reckoning.

pigeon problems (sword girl, #6) . the sixth adventure for tommy in the sword girl series it's lady beatrix's birthday, and sir walter is planning a celebration at flamant castle. there will be games and competitions and a big surprise party. everyone at the castle is excited . . . except the pigeon. but the pigeon is needed for a very special job--and when he goes missing, it looks like sir walter's plans will be ruined. can tommy find her friend and save the celebrations? The sixth adventure for Tommy in the Sword Girl series It's Lady Beatrix's birthday, and Sir Walter is planning a celebration at Flamant Castle. There will be games and competitions and a big surprise party. Everyone at the castle is excited . . . except the pigeon. But the pigeon is needed for a very special job--and when he goes missing, it looks like Sir Walter's plans will be ruined. Can Tommy find her friend and save the celebrations?

beware of the storybook wolves . for a real thrill try reading 'beware of the storybook wolves'. it will scare your socks of ... and tell you exactly what to do if the wolves ever escape from your storybook! For a real thrill try reading 'Beware of the Storybook Wolves'. It will scare your socks of ... and tell you exactly what to do if the wolves ever escape from your storybook!

fairy tales . containing an enchanting mix of familiar favourites and hidden gems, the "penguin classics" edition of hans christian andersen's "fairy tales" is translated by tiina nunnally and edited with an introduction by jackie wullschlager. the first writer to create timeless, universal fairy tales from his own imagination, hans christian andersen conjured up a world of icy queens, match girls and tin soldiers, rewarded virtue and unfulfilled desire. rich with popular tales such as "the emperor's new clothes" and "the ugly duckling", this revelatory new collection contains many later, darker and rarely collected stories, such as "auntie toothache" and "the shadow", in which a man's shadow slyly takes over his life. this sparkling new translation captures the eccentric charm of andersen's original, colloquial danish style as never before. the introduction vividly describes his changing style and there are notes on every tale Containing an enchanting mix of familiar favourites and hidden gems, the "Penguin Classics" edition of Hans Christian Andersen's "Fairy Tales" is translated by Tiina Nunnally and edited with an introduction by Jackie Wullschlager. The first writer to create timeless, universal fairy tales from his own imagination, Hans Christian Andersen conjured up a world of icy queens, match girls and tin soldiers, rewarded virtue and unfulfilled desire. Rich with popular tales such as "The Emperor's New Clothes" and "The Ugly Duckling", this revelatory new collection contains many later, darker and rarely collected stories, such as "Auntie Toothache" and "The Shadow", in which a man's shadow slyly takes over his life. This sparkling new translation captures the eccentric charm of Andersen's original, colloquial Danish style as never before. The introduction vividly describes his changing style and there are notes on every tale

one world, one day . one world, one dayuses exquisite, moving photographs and barbara kerley's poetic text to convey a simple yet profound concept: we are one global family. this is a sophisticated concept book, presented as an elegant picture book with contributions from top international photographers. this beautiful photo book follows the course of one day in our world. sunrise to sunset is captured in the essential things we all do daily, wherever we live in the world, and in the different ways we do them. the first meal of the day will take on a whole new dimension for american kids as an american pancake breakfast is contrasted with porridge in north korea and churros in spain. at the end, each image is reprinted as a thumbnail and accompanied by a detailed caption. selected images feature photographers' notes that share the thoughts and methodology involved in the making of the picture and reveal fascinating behind-the-scenes information. the photographers reflect on how the pictures might resonate within the theme of the global family. such reflections are rooted in the life experiences of these well-traveled professionals. their global viewpoints, in tandem with barbara kerley's powerful message, set an ideal example for all future world citizens. One World, One Dayuses exquisite, moving photographs and Barbara Kerley's poetic text to convey a simple yet profound concept: we are one global family. This is a sophisticated concept book, presented as an elegant picture book with contributions from top international photographers. This beautiful photo book follows the course of one day in our world. Sunrise to sunset is captured in the essential things we all do daily, wherever we live in the world, and in the different ways we do them. The first meal of the day will take on a whole new dimension for American kids as an American pancake breakfast is contrasted with porridge in North Korea and churros in Spain. At the end, each image is reprinted as a thumbnail and accompanied by a detailed caption. Selected images feature photographers' notes that share the thoughts and methodology involved in the making of the picture and reveal fascinating behind-the-scenes information. The photographers reflect on how the pictures might resonate within the theme of the global family. Such reflections are rooted in the life experiences of these well-traveled professionals. Their global viewpoints, in tandem with Barbara Kerley's powerful message, set an ideal example for all future world citizens.

snowed in . it is early winter in 1915 wyoming. in addition to setting aside food and firewood for the coming months, father takes grace and luke to the town's general store for paper and pencils. then they visit the library for books--and plenty of them. when the snow falls, the family is prepared. full-color illustrations. It is early winter in 1915 Wyoming. In addition to setting aside food and firewood for the coming months, Father takes Grace and Luke to the town's general store for paper and pencils. Then they visit the library for books--and plenty of them. When the snow falls, the family is prepared. Full-color illustrations.

last hope (horseshoe trilogies, #2) . this is a heartwarming trilogy that tells of a girl's devotion to find the right homes for three horses. three separate stories of three horses are linked together in a unique trilogy. while the setting is shared, each title highlights one horse's story. josie grace has grown up with three beloved horses -- faith, hope, and charity -- at her mother's riding school. but when the stables are forced to close, the family must find the animals new homes. while josie is devastated at first, her personal mission to match faith, hope, and charity with the perfect owners allows her to form a new, special bond with her favorite mares. sweet-natured hope is gentle and reliable -- she's always been a favorite at the riding school. but josie is worried that the horse's plain looks will stop her from finding a loving home. when the possibility arises of placing hope with an animal hospice, josie isn't sure what to do. This is a heartwarming trilogy that tells of a girl's devotion to find the right homes for three horses. Three separate stories of three horses are linked together in a unique trilogy. While the setting is shared, each title highlights one horse's story. Josie Grace has grown up with three beloved horses -- Faith, Hope, and Charity -- at her mother's riding school. But when the stables are forced to close, the family must find the animals new homes. While Josie is devastated at first, her personal mission to match Faith, Hope, and Charity with the perfect owners allows her to form a new, special bond with her favorite mares. Sweet-natured Hope is gentle and reliable -- she's always been a favorite at the riding school. But Josie is worried that the horse's plain looks will stop her from finding a loving home. When the possibility arises of placing Hope with an animal hospice, Josie isn't sure what to do.

unbelievable! . a collection of short stories by the author of "uncanny!", "unbearable!", "unreal!" and "quirky tales". why the punk ghost cab't pass his spook exam, where souperman gets his strength from, and how an old lady grows up to be 16... A collection of short stories by the author of "Uncanny!", "Unbearable!", "Unreal!" and "Quirky Tales". Why the punk ghost cab't pass his spook exam, where Souperman gets his strength from, and how an old lady grows up to be 16...

the weakness (animorphs, #37) . while jake is away at an out-of-town wedding, tobias discovers the place where visser three feeds. there is a unanimous decision to acquire cheetah morphs and run him down. but which animorph will lead the mission in jake's absence? While Jake is away at an out-of-town wedding, Tobias discovers the place where Visser Three feeds. There is a unanimous decision to acquire cheetah morphs and run him down. But which Animorph will lead the mission in Jake's absence?

the encounter (animorphs, #3) . when tobias, jake, rachel, marco, and cassie were given the ability to morph, they were also given one very important warning: neverstay in a morph for more than two hours. it seemed a small price to pay, since the kids know that humans everywhere are being forced to let slimy, spineless creatures creep into their brains. and the only way the kids can fight back is not to be human. but tobias stayed in his morph too long. and now he's a hawk -- with a boy's mind -- forever. tobias knows they can't give up. that they all made a promise. so now it's four kids and a hawk against a force that's determined to destroy them. or die trying... When Tobias, Jake, Rachel, Marco, and Cassie were given the ability to morph, they were also given one very important warning: Neverstay in a morph for more than two hours. It seemed a small price to pay, since the kids know that humans everywhere are being forced to let slimy, spineless creatures creep into their brains. And the only way the kids can fight back is not to be human. But Tobias stayed in his morph too long. And now he's a hawk -- with a boy's mind -- forever. Tobias knows they can't give up. That they all made a promise. So now it's four kids and a hawk against a force that's determined to destroy them. Or die trying...

amelia's book of notes & note passing (amelia's notebooks, #17) . a note from the author -- amelia! "here's another note in a notebook full of notes -- good ones, mean ones, ones passed in class, and ones that show you who your true friends are. trust me, it's a notable experience." -- me, amelia A Note from the Author -- Amelia! "Here's another note in a notebook FULL of notes -- good ones, mean ones, ones passed in class, and ones that show you who your true friends are. Trust me, it's a notable experience." -- me, Amelia

why do cats meow? . [penguin young readers level 3] many children love cats, and there is so much to know about america's most popular pet. why do they meow, hiss, and purr? why do they have whiskers, tails, and claws? beginning readers can find out the answers to those questions and many more in this fun, fact-packed book filled with colorful feline photos and drawings. [Penguin Young Readers level 3] Many children love cats, and there is so much to know about America's most popular pet. Why do they meow, hiss, and purr? Why do they have whiskers, tails, and claws? Beginning readers can find out the answers to those questions and many more in this fun, fact-packed book filled with colorful feline photos and drawings.

curious george and the dinosaur . while visiting the museum with jimmy's class, curious george can't resist climbing onto one of the exhibits. the director of the museum isn't very happy about that, but george sure knows how to make a field trip interesting! While visiting the museum with Jimmy's class, Curious George can't resist climbing onto one of the exhibits. The director of the museum isn't very happy about that, but George sure knows how to make a field trip interesting!

i love you, bingo . lulu loves her dog, bingo. they do everything together: draw, run in the woods, and play with the bug squad. join in the fun as ladybug girl and bingo have the best day playing together! Lulu loves her dog, Bingo. They do everything together: draw, run in the woods, and play with the Bug Squad. Join in the fun as Ladybug Girl and Bingo have the best day playing together!

edible science: experiments you can eat . grab a beaker, pick up your whisk, and get ready to cook up some solid science. using food as our tools (or ingredients!) curious kids become saucy scientists that measure, weigh, combine, and craft their way through the kitchen. discover dozens of thoroughly-tested, fun, edible experiments, sprinkled with helpful photos, diagrams, scientific facts, sub-experiments, and more. and the best news is when all the mad-science is done, you're invited to grab a spoon and take a bite -- and share your results with friends and family. Grab a beaker, pick up your whisk, and get ready to cook up some solid science. Using food as our tools (or ingredients!) curious kids become saucy scientists that measure, weigh, combine, and craft their way through the kitchen. Discover dozens of thoroughly-tested, fun, edible experiments, sprinkled with helpful photos, diagrams, scientific facts, sub-experiments, and more. And the best news is when all the mad-science is done, you're invited to grab a spoon and take a bite -- and share your results with friends and family.

once upon a pet : a collection of little pet stories . a brilliant collection of pet stories from the world of ever after high! featuring the pets of all your favourite characters. more fun from the world of ever after high! this story collection features tales about the lovable and one-of-a-kind pets of your favourite characters. the collection includes: - duchess swan and the next top bird: a little pirouette story - lizzie hearts and the hedgehog's hexcellent adventure: a little shuffle story - ginger breadhouse and the candy fish wish: a little jelly story - hopper croakington ii and the princely present: a little drake story - dexter charming and the trouble with jackalopes: a little mr. cottonhorn story - darling charming and the horse of a different color: a little sir gallopad story - plus, two brand-new short stories! these stories by suzanne selfors have previously been published as digital shorts - this collection brings them together in print for the first time. A brilliant collection of pet stories from the world of Ever After High! Featuring the pets of all your favourite characters. More fun from the world of Ever After High! This story collection features tales about the lovable and one-of-a-kind pets of your favourite characters. The collection includes: - Duchess Swan and the Next Top Bird: A Little Pirouette Story - Lizzie Hearts and the Hedgehog's Hexcellent Adventure: A Little Shuffle Story - Ginger Breadhouse and the Candy Fish Wish: A Little Jelly Story - Hopper Croakington II and the Princely Present: A Little Drake Story - Dexter Charming and the Trouble with Jackalopes: A Little Mr. Cottonhorn Story - Darling Charming and the Horse of a Different Color: A Little Sir Gallopad Story - PLUS, two brand-new short stories! These stories by Suzanne Selfors have previously been published as digital shorts - this collection brings them together in print for the first time.

eloise . it's eloise's sixtieth birthday--though she's still not a day over six. celebrate with a beautifully illustrated hardcover edition of the original classic storybook with gobs of bonus material! eloise is a very special little girl who lives at the plaza hotel in new york city. she may not be pretty yet, but she's definitely already a real person. she loves learning about people who aren't boring. take eloise home with you and she'll introduce you to life at the plaza. you'll be glad you did! in the front of this book we have printed the original eloise story and pictures, and in the back of it there are sketches and stories by mr. hilary knight (the illustrator), photographs of miss kay thompson when she was young and fabulous and rather like eloise, and absolutely loads of information that you simply can't can't can't get anywhere else. here's the thing: whether you are just about to fall in love with eloise or have already baked her a cake, you ought to have this book. (charge it please and thank you very much.) It's Eloise's sixtieth birthday--though she's still not a day over six. Celebrate with a beautifully illustrated hardcover edition of the original classic storybook with gobs of bonus material! Eloise is a very special little girl who lives at The Plaza Hotel in New York City. She may not be pretty yet, but she's definitely already a real person. She loves learning about people who aren't boring. Take Eloise home with you and she'll introduce you to life at The Plaza. You'll be glad you did! In the front of this book we have printed the original Eloise story and pictures, and in the back of it there are sketches and stories by Mr. Hilary Knight (the illustrator), photographs of Miss Kay Thompson when she was young and fabulous and rather like Eloise, and absolutely loads of information that you simply can't can't can't get anywhere else. Here's the thing: Whether you are just about to fall in love with Eloise or have already baked her a cake, you ought to have this book. (Charge it please and thank you very much.)

king & kayla and the case of the secret code . kayla and mason both got mysterious letters, written in code. what does kayla know? the same person left both letters. it's someone she and mason both know. the two letters are the same, except for the second word. what does king know? jillian left the letters. what do the letters say? Kayla and Mason both got mysterious letters, written in code. What does Kayla know? The same person left both letters. It's someone she and Mason both know. The two letters are the same, except for the second word. What does King know? Jillian left the letters. What do the letters say?

never glue your friends to chairs (roscoe riley rules, #1) . if the kids can't sit still for the class performance, roscoe's teacher could be in big trouble. fortunately roscoe has a plan to save her--a super, mega, gonzo plan! what could go wrong? If the kids can't sit still for the class performance, Roscoe's teacher could be in big trouble. Fortunately Roscoe has a plan to save her--a super, mega, gonzo plan! What could go wrong?

the flying trunk . there was once a merchant who was so rich that he could have paved the whole street with gold, and would even then have had enough for a small alley. but he did not do so; he knew the value of money better than to use it in this way. so clever was he, that every shilling he put out brought him a crown; and so he continued till he died. There was once a merchant who was so rich that he could have paved the whole street with gold, and would even then have had enough for a small alley. But he did not do so; he knew the value of money better than to use it in this way. So clever was he, that every shilling he put out brought him a crown; and so he continued till he died.

scary stories to tell in the dark (scary stories, #1) . this spooky addition to alvin schwartz's popular books on american folklore is filled with tales of eerie horror and dark revenge that will make you jump with fright. there is a story here for everyone -- skeletons with torn and tangled flesh who roam the earth; a ghost who takes revenge on her murderer; and a haunted house where every night a bloody head falls down the chimney. stephen gammell's splendidly creepy drawings perfectly capture the mood of more than two dozen scary stories -- and even scary songs -- all just right for reading alone or for telling aloud in the dark. if you dare! This spooky addition to Alvin Schwartz's popular books on American folklore is filled with tales of eerie horror and dark revenge that will make you jump with fright. There is a story here for everyone -- skeletons with torn and tangled flesh who roam the earth; a ghost who takes revenge on her murderer; and a haunted house where every night a bloody head falls down the chimney. Stephen Gammell's splendidly creepy drawings perfectly capture the mood of more than two dozen scary stories -- and even scary songs -- all just right for reading alone or for telling aloud in the dark. If You Dare!

more! . uh-oh! archie has discovered a new word: "more!" more books at bedtime! more ice cream! more bubble bath! he wants to build bigger towers and better fancy dress costumes. but sometimes "more" is just too much... the indomitable archie returns in his hilarious sequel to no! and why? with acutely observed text from tracey corderoy (shifty mcgifty and slippery sam, hubble bubble, granny trouble) and laugh-out-loud illustrations from tim warnes (dangerous!), it's set to become a bedtime favourite. the perfect tale for families with strong-willed toddlers who just want more! Uh-oh! Archie has discovered a new word: "more!" MORE books at bedtime! MORE ice cream! MORE bubble bath! He wants to build BIGGER towers and BETTER fancy dress costumes. But sometimes "more" is just too much... The indomitable Archie returns in his hilarious sequel to No! and Why? With acutely observed text from Tracey Corderoy (Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam, Hubble Bubble, Granny Trouble) and laugh-out-loud illustrations from Tim Warnes (Dangerous!), it's set to become a bedtime favourite. The perfect tale for families with strong-willed toddlers who just want MORE!

the girl who cried monster (goosebumps presents tv episode, #1) . she's telling the truth . . . but no one believes her! lucy likes to tell monster stories. she's told so many that her friends and family are sick of it. then one day, lucy discovers a real, live monster: the librarian in charge of the summer reading program. too bad lucy's told so many monster tall tales. too bad no on believes a word she says. too bad the monster knows who she is . . . . . . and is coming after her next. She's telling the truth . . . but no one believes her! Lucy likes to tell monster stories. She's told so many that her friends and family are sick of it. Then one day, Lucy discovers a real, live monster: the librarian in charge of the summer reading program. Too bad Lucy's told so many monster tall tales. Too bad no on believes a word she says. Too bad the monster knows who she is . . . . . . and is coming after her next.

catwings . four young cats with wings leave the city slums in search of a safe place to live, finally meeting two children with kind hands. Four young cats with wings leave the city slums in search of a safe place to live, finally meeting two children with kind hands.