Get ready for cupcakes! Sprinkles! Space! Robots! And big adventure with hilarious illustrations on almost every page. Astras family is movingto a whole new planet. And what does any kid need on moving day Snacks! But when Astra asks her spaceships computer to whip up the ultimate treat, it makes cakes so amazing that they come to life. Now these cake-monsters are destroying the ship! Can Astra and her robot friend, Pilbeam, stop them in time Or are killer cupcakes a recipe for disaster For earlychapter book readers who are ready for something longer, the Not-So-Impossible Tales are packed with whimsical humor, action, and larger-than-life fun.An out-of-this-world choice to read alone or read aloud. School Library JournalSilly Sure. Well written and illustrated to great comedic effect Absolutely .
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9780385387958
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Hardcover
Grilled Cheese and Dragons #1
By Krulik, Nancy
Meet the princess who'd rather wear a suit of armor than a crown!Princess Serena (or as she prefers, Princess Pulverizer) doesn't want to be a princess--she wants to be knight! But her father, King Alexander of Empiria, thinks she still has a lot to learn when it comes to exhibiting valiant behavior. So he presents a challenge: the princess must first go on a Quest of Kindness and perform good deeds to prove that she truly deserves to go to knight school. With help from a friendly dragon named Dribble and a perpetually terrified knight-in-training named Lucas, can she complete her quest and discover what it really takes to be a hero?
Publisher: n/a
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9780515158311
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Paperback
Beast Keeper #1
By Coats, Lucy
Beasts of Olympus is a series of 144-page illustrated chapter books set in a magical Ancient Greece where strange things still walk the Earth. Beast Keeper tells the story of Pandemonius (a.k.a. "Demon," the half-god son of Pan) who, on his tenth birthday, is called upon to look after all the mythical creatures that belong to the stables of Olympus.
Publisher: n/a
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9780448461939
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Paperback
A Dragon's Guide to the Care and Feeding of Humans
By Yep, Laurence
Fans of How to Train Your Dragon will love this whimsical tale, the first in a series, by a Newbery Honor winner, featuring charming illustrations and pet training tips in each chapter. Crusty dragon Miss Drake has a new pet human, precocious Winnie. Oddly enough, Winnie seems to think Miss Drake is her peta ridiculous notion! Unknown to most of its inhabitants, the City by the Bay is home to many mysterious and fantastic creatures, hidden beneath the parks, among the clouds, and even in plain sight. And Winnie wants to draw every new creature she encounters the good, the bad, and the ugly. But Winnies sketchbook is not what it seems. Somehow, her sketchlings have been set loose on the city streets! It will take Winnie and Miss Drakes combined efforts to put an end to the mayhem .
Publisher: n/a
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9780385392297
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Print book
Alien in My Pocket #1
By Ball, Nate
The adventure begins in this exciting new chapter book series, complete with a do-it-yourself science experiment! When a four-inch-tall alien crash-lands through Zack McGee's bedroom window, Zack is sure he's about to become the first victim in a new War of the Worlds. But when the alien turns out to have weapons that are more ticklish than terrifying, Zack realizes that rather than protect the world from the alien it's up to him to protect the alien in his pocket from the world.With illustrations on every spread, a how-to on launching a rocket, fun scientific facts, and the hilarious adventures of Zack and Amp, this book is the perfect gift for any young reader!Supports the Common Core State Standards
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9780062314918
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Print book
Poseidon and the Sea of Fury
By Holub, Joan
A young Poseidon must triumph over aquatic terrors in this Heroes in Training adventure. The merciless Cronus and his Titan buddies are in hot pursuit of Zeus, Hera, and Poseidon, who plan to travel across the treacherous boiling sea in order to save a fellow Olympian. They have a boat, but they also have a problem Poseidon cant swim and is terrified of the water well, really of the creatures that lurk in its depths. The group faces danger after danger as they battle singing sirens, a fishy and ferocious Titan named Oceanus, and people-eating monsters sent by Cronus himself. Can Poseidon overcome his fears and help his fellow heroes escape Cronus and his cronies?,
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9781442457980
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Hardcover
The Sasquatch Escape
By Selfors, Suzanne
When Ben Silverstein is sent to the rundown town of Buttonville to spend the summer with his grandfather, hes certain it will be the most boring vacation ever. That is, until his grandfathers cat brings home what looks like . . . a baby dragon?Amazed, Ben enlists the help of Pearl Petal, a local girl with an eye for adventure. They take the wounded dragon to the only veterinarians office in town -- Dr. Woos Worm Hospital. But as Ben and Pearl discover once they are inside, Dr. Woos isnt a worm hospital at all -- its actually a secret hospital for imaginary creatures.After Ben accidentally leaves the hospitals front door unlocked, a rather large, rather stinky, andvery hairy beast escapes into Buttonville. Ben and Pearl are tasked with retrieving the runaway creature, and what started out as an ordinary summer becomes the story of a lifetime.
Publisher: n/a
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9780316209342
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Hardcover
Gustav Gloom and the People Taker #1
By Castro, Adam-troy
Enter an exciting new world of shadows from Hugo Award nominee Adam-Troy Castro. Meet Gustav Gloom. Fernie What finds herself lost in the Gloom mansion after her cat appears to have been chased there by its own shadow. Fernie discovers a library full of every book that was never written, a gallery of statues that are just plain awkward, and finds herself at dinner watching her own shadow take part in the feast! Along the way Fernie is chased by the People Taker who is determined to take her to the Shadow Country. It's up to Fernie and Gustav to stop the People Taker before he takes Fernie's family. Featuring a unique cover and beautifully dark full-page illustrations by Kristen Margiotta, Gustav Gloom is sure to be a hit with fans who love a little darkness in their lives.
Publisher: n/a
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9780448458335
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Hardcover
Wilma Tenderfoot
By Kennedy, Emma
Nothing and nobody stops Wilma Tenderfoot! If she does say so herself. Wilma Tenderfoot, a tiny, brash, and determined ten-year-old orphan, dreams of becoming a worldfamous detective so she can find out who her parents are. Wilma discovers that her new next-door neighbor is the renowned detective Theodore P. Goodman, and he has a new case. Wilma is set on becoming Mr. Goodmans apprentice, so with the help of her beagle, Pickle, she makes deductions, follows leads, and scouts out suspects. Shes sure shell win the famous detective over and crack the case, as soon as Pickle stops eating the clues. With wicked humor, dastardly villains, red herrings, and a setting that would make Sherlock Holmes proud, this mystery is just like Wilma-funny, feisty, cheeky, and charming.
Publisher: n/a
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9780803735408
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Hardcover
The Magical Ms. Plum
By Becker, Bonny
Ms. Plum is the magical teacher every schoolkid wishes for!Everybody wants to be in Ms. Plum's class. It's not just that she teaches the usual things in unusual ways. There's something more, something about Ms. Plum herself - and her mysterious supply closet. Whenever she asks her students to get her an eraser or a pencil or some paper clips, they come back with something . . . unusual. Who'd have thought a pinky-sized alligator, a big-mouth parrot, or a tiny wolf could teach kids a thing or two about life?Each year, Ms. Plum is certain she's had her best class ever. And it looks like this year . . . she's right!Relatable behavioral and personality issues are poked gently with empathy and humor in this fun, warmhearted chapter book.From the Hardcover edition.
Publisher: n/a
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9780375956379
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Print book
The Iron Giant
By Hughes, Ted
From Ted Hughes, Englands Poet Laureate,Knopf is proud to present a childrens classic which has been unavailable in the U.S. for many years.First published in 1968, The Iron Giant is a modern fantasy about a massive giant who stalks the earth devouring metal, terrifying farmers and townspeople everywhere. Despite his insatiable hunger, the Iron Giant is quite gentle and good-natured, though the townspeople are too frightened of him to realize it.So they capture him and put him in a scrapyard, where he happily stuffs himself with stoves and bicycles.The people forget about the Iron Giant until a space-bat the size of Australia hovers over the earth, poised to destroy it.Earth needs a hero and only the Iron Giant is big enough and brave enough to do battle with the hideous creature from outer space.
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375901671
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Midnight on the Moon
By Osborne, Mary Pope
Jack and Annie are ready for their next fantasy adventure in the bestselling middle-grade series - the Magic Tree House! Three . . . two . . . one . . . BLAST OFF!The Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie off to the moon - and the future. Their mission? To find the last "M" thing that will free Morgan from the spell. Can they do it before the air in their oxygen tank runs out? Will the mysterious moon man help them? And why is Peanut the mouse acting so strange? Visit the Magic Tree House website! MagicTreeHouse.com
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679863745
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Paperback
Kenny & the Dragon
By Diterlizzi, Tony
Now in paperback, the New York Times bestselling tale of chivalry and showmanship from Tony DiTerlizzi.. Kenny is a little rabbit with a very big problem. His two best friends are heading into a battle of legendary proportions - with each other! In one corner theres Grahame, a well-read and cultured dragon with sophisticated tastes. In the other theres George, a retired knight and dragon slayer who would be content to spend the rest of his days in his bookshop. Neither really wants to fight, but the village townsfolk are set on removing Grahame from their midst and calling George out of retirement. Can Kenny avert disaster? Tony DiTerlizzi puts a fun-filled, thoroughly theatrical spin on Kenneth Grahames classic tale of subterfuge and showmanship with this lighthearted romp of a retelling.
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9781416939771
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Hardcover
#1
By Kent, Jaden
The Ella and Owen series debuts with a fun romp through the world of dragons! Readers can follow twin sibling dragons as they head deep into the forest in search of a wizard who may be able to cure Owen of his fiery cold. In the first book of the Ella and Owen series, the twin siblings are at odds. Owen is happy to stay in bed reading as he nurses his cold, but outgoing Ella wants an adventure. She finally convinces her brother to join her on a quest to find a wizard that will help cure Owen of his flaming cold, as well as add to his ogre toenail collection. Owen quickly learns that the journey isn't what his sister made it out to be. They run into a dragon-eating ogre, get caught in not one, but two cages, and have to outsmart an evil vegetable wizard, which is Owen's worst nightmare (vegetables wizards = NO FUN AT ALL!) .
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9781499803938
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Print book
The Storm Dragon
By Harrison, Paula
A group of friends set out to save magical creatures from a cruel queen and her wicked soldiers in the first book in the brand-new Secret Rescuers chapter book series.. When Sophy finds a little lost dragon named Cloudy, she knows hes in danger. It will take all the courage she can muster - and a little bit of magic - to keep the baby dragon safe. But what if there are other creatures in danger? It looks like Sophys going to need some friends to help her with her secret rescues ...
Cakes in Space
By Reeve, Philip
Get ready for cupcakes! Sprinkles! Space! Robots! And big adventure with hilarious illustrations on almost every page. Astras family is movingto a whole new planet. And what does any kid need on moving day Snacks! But when Astra asks her spaceships computer to whip up the ultimate treat, it makes cakes so amazing that they come to life. Now these cake-monsters are destroying the ship! Can Astra and her robot friend, Pilbeam, stop them in time Or are killer cupcakes a recipe for disaster For earlychapter book readers who are ready for something longer, the Not-So-Impossible Tales are packed with whimsical humor, action, and larger-than-life fun.An out-of-this-world choice to read alone or read aloud. School Library JournalSilly Sure. Well written and illustrated to great comedic effect Absolutely .
Grilled Cheese and Dragons #1
By Krulik, Nancy
Meet the princess who'd rather wear a suit of armor than a crown!Princess Serena (or as she prefers, Princess Pulverizer) doesn't want to be a princess--she wants to be knight! But her father, King Alexander of Empiria, thinks she still has a lot to learn when it comes to exhibiting valiant behavior. So he presents a challenge: the princess must first go on a Quest of Kindness and perform good deeds to prove that she truly deserves to go to knight school. With help from a friendly dragon named Dribble and a perpetually terrified knight-in-training named Lucas, can she complete her quest and discover what it really takes to be a hero?
Beast Keeper #1
By Coats, Lucy
Beasts of Olympus is a series of 144-page illustrated chapter books set in a magical Ancient Greece where strange things still walk the Earth. Beast Keeper tells the story of Pandemonius (a.k.a. "Demon," the half-god son of Pan) who, on his tenth birthday, is called upon to look after all the mythical creatures that belong to the stables of Olympus.
A Dragon's Guide to the Care and Feeding of Humans
By Yep, Laurence
Fans of How to Train Your Dragon will love this whimsical tale, the first in a series, by a Newbery Honor winner, featuring charming illustrations and pet training tips in each chapter. Crusty dragon Miss Drake has a new pet human, precocious Winnie. Oddly enough, Winnie seems to think Miss Drake is her peta ridiculous notion! Unknown to most of its inhabitants, the City by the Bay is home to many mysterious and fantastic creatures, hidden beneath the parks, among the clouds, and even in plain sight. And Winnie wants to draw every new creature she encounters the good, the bad, and the ugly. But Winnies sketchbook is not what it seems. Somehow, her sketchlings have been set loose on the city streets! It will take Winnie and Miss Drakes combined efforts to put an end to the mayhem .
Alien in My Pocket #1
By Ball, Nate
The adventure begins in this exciting new chapter book series, complete with a do-it-yourself science experiment! When a four-inch-tall alien crash-lands through Zack McGee's bedroom window, Zack is sure he's about to become the first victim in a new War of the Worlds. But when the alien turns out to have weapons that are more ticklish than terrifying, Zack realizes that rather than protect the world from the alien it's up to him to protect the alien in his pocket from the world.With illustrations on every spread, a how-to on launching a rocket, fun scientific facts, and the hilarious adventures of Zack and Amp, this book is the perfect gift for any young reader!Supports the Common Core State Standards
Poseidon and the Sea of Fury
By Holub, Joan
A young Poseidon must triumph over aquatic terrors in this Heroes in Training adventure. The merciless Cronus and his Titan buddies are in hot pursuit of Zeus, Hera, and Poseidon, who plan to travel across the treacherous boiling sea in order to save a fellow Olympian. They have a boat, but they also have a problem Poseidon cant swim and is terrified of the water well, really of the creatures that lurk in its depths. The group faces danger after danger as they battle singing sirens, a fishy and ferocious Titan named Oceanus, and people-eating monsters sent by Cronus himself. Can Poseidon overcome his fears and help his fellow heroes escape Cronus and his cronies?,
The Sasquatch Escape
By Selfors, Suzanne
When Ben Silverstein is sent to the rundown town of Buttonville to spend the summer with his grandfather, hes certain it will be the most boring vacation ever. That is, until his grandfathers cat brings home what looks like . . . a baby dragon?Amazed, Ben enlists the help of Pearl Petal, a local girl with an eye for adventure. They take the wounded dragon to the only veterinarians office in town -- Dr. Woos Worm Hospital. But as Ben and Pearl discover once they are inside, Dr. Woos isnt a worm hospital at all -- its actually a secret hospital for imaginary creatures.After Ben accidentally leaves the hospitals front door unlocked, a rather large, rather stinky, andvery hairy beast escapes into Buttonville. Ben and Pearl are tasked with retrieving the runaway creature, and what started out as an ordinary summer becomes the story of a lifetime.
Gustav Gloom and the People Taker #1
By Castro, Adam-troy
Enter an exciting new world of shadows from Hugo Award nominee Adam-Troy Castro. Meet Gustav Gloom. Fernie What finds herself lost in the Gloom mansion after her cat appears to have been chased there by its own shadow. Fernie discovers a library full of every book that was never written, a gallery of statues that are just plain awkward, and finds herself at dinner watching her own shadow take part in the feast! Along the way Fernie is chased by the People Taker who is determined to take her to the Shadow Country. It's up to Fernie and Gustav to stop the People Taker before he takes Fernie's family. Featuring a unique cover and beautifully dark full-page illustrations by Kristen Margiotta, Gustav Gloom is sure to be a hit with fans who love a little darkness in their lives.
Wilma Tenderfoot
By Kennedy, Emma
Nothing and nobody stops Wilma Tenderfoot! If she does say so herself. Wilma Tenderfoot, a tiny, brash, and determined ten-year-old orphan, dreams of becoming a worldfamous detective so she can find out who her parents are. Wilma discovers that her new next-door neighbor is the renowned detective Theodore P. Goodman, and he has a new case. Wilma is set on becoming Mr. Goodmans apprentice, so with the help of her beagle, Pickle, she makes deductions, follows leads, and scouts out suspects. Shes sure shell win the famous detective over and crack the case, as soon as Pickle stops eating the clues. With wicked humor, dastardly villains, red herrings, and a setting that would make Sherlock Holmes proud, this mystery is just like Wilma-funny, feisty, cheeky, and charming.
The Magical Ms. Plum
By Becker, Bonny
Ms. Plum is the magical teacher every schoolkid wishes for!Everybody wants to be in Ms. Plum's class. It's not just that she teaches the usual things in unusual ways. There's something more, something about Ms. Plum herself - and her mysterious supply closet. Whenever she asks her students to get her an eraser or a pencil or some paper clips, they come back with something . . . unusual. Who'd have thought a pinky-sized alligator, a big-mouth parrot, or a tiny wolf could teach kids a thing or two about life?Each year, Ms. Plum is certain she's had her best class ever. And it looks like this year . . . she's right!Relatable behavioral and personality issues are poked gently with empathy and humor in this fun, warmhearted chapter book.From the Hardcover edition.
The Iron Giant
By Hughes, Ted
From Ted Hughes, Englands Poet Laureate,Knopf is proud to present a childrens classic which has been unavailable in the U.S. for many years.First published in 1968, The Iron Giant is a modern fantasy about a massive giant who stalks the earth devouring metal, terrifying farmers and townspeople everywhere. Despite his insatiable hunger, the Iron Giant is quite gentle and good-natured, though the townspeople are too frightened of him to realize it.So they capture him and put him in a scrapyard, where he happily stuffs himself with stoves and bicycles.The people forget about the Iron Giant until a space-bat the size of Australia hovers over the earth, poised to destroy it.Earth needs a hero and only the Iron Giant is big enough and brave enough to do battle with the hideous creature from outer space.
Midnight on the Moon
By Osborne, Mary Pope
Jack and Annie are ready for their next fantasy adventure in the bestselling middle-grade series - the Magic Tree House! Three . . . two . . . one . . . BLAST OFF!The Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie off to the moon - and the future. Their mission? To find the last "M" thing that will free Morgan from the spell. Can they do it before the air in their oxygen tank runs out? Will the mysterious moon man help them? And why is Peanut the mouse acting so strange? Visit the Magic Tree House website! MagicTreeHouse.com
Kenny & the Dragon
By Diterlizzi, Tony
Now in paperback, the New York Times bestselling tale of chivalry and showmanship from Tony DiTerlizzi.. Kenny is a little rabbit with a very big problem. His two best friends are heading into a battle of legendary proportions - with each other! In one corner theres Grahame, a well-read and cultured dragon with sophisticated tastes. In the other theres George, a retired knight and dragon slayer who would be content to spend the rest of his days in his bookshop. Neither really wants to fight, but the village townsfolk are set on removing Grahame from their midst and calling George out of retirement. Can Kenny avert disaster? Tony DiTerlizzi puts a fun-filled, thoroughly theatrical spin on Kenneth Grahames classic tale of subterfuge and showmanship with this lighthearted romp of a retelling.
#1
By Kent, Jaden
The Ella and Owen series debuts with a fun romp through the world of dragons! Readers can follow twin sibling dragons as they head deep into the forest in search of a wizard who may be able to cure Owen of his fiery cold. In the first book of the Ella and Owen series, the twin siblings are at odds. Owen is happy to stay in bed reading as he nurses his cold, but outgoing Ella wants an adventure. She finally convinces her brother to join her on a quest to find a wizard that will help cure Owen of his flaming cold, as well as add to his ogre toenail collection. Owen quickly learns that the journey isn't what his sister made it out to be. They run into a dragon-eating ogre, get caught in not one, but two cages, and have to outsmart an evil vegetable wizard, which is Owen's worst nightmare (vegetables wizards = NO FUN AT ALL!) .
The Storm Dragon
By Harrison, Paula
A group of friends set out to save magical creatures from a cruel queen and her wicked soldiers in the first book in the brand-new Secret Rescuers chapter book series.. When Sophy finds a little lost dragon named Cloudy, she knows hes in danger. It will take all the courage she can muster - and a little bit of magic - to keep the baby dragon safe. But what if there are other creatures in danger? It looks like Sophys going to need some friends to help her with her secret rescues ...