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Island War
Patricia Reilly Giff - Holiday House
Format: Hardcover
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A two-time Newbery Honor-winning author spins a tale of children surviving on their own on a remote Japanese-occupied island during World War II.Izzy has come to the remote Aleutian Island in 1941 because her mother is studying the rare birds there. Matt has been dragged there by his father,... |
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The Brave Little Tailor: A Grimm and Gross Retelling
J E Bright - Stone Arch Books
Format: Library Binding
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A jar of jam and a bunch of flies start off this not-quite-normal adventure. A young tailor named Abraham Spoke swats seven of the flies with one smack of his belt. He's so impressed by his own bravery that he sews the words "SEVEN IN ONE STROKE" on his belt. As Abe travels... |
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Get Coding 2! Build Five Computer Games Using HTML and JavaScript
David Whitney - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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Ready to learn how to code a game? Get an introduction to programming with this fun and accessible guide. Learn HTML and JavaScript. Design and build five interactive computer games. Create cool graphics. Code simple artificial intelligence. This appealing guide, covering essential coding... |
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Illegal
Eoin Colfer - Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Format: Hardcover
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A powerfully moving graphic novel by New York Times bestselling author Eoin Colfer and the team behind the Artemis Fowl graphic novels that explores the current plight of undocumented immigrants.Ebo is alone.His brother, Kwame, has disappeared, and Ebo knows it can only be to attempt the hazardous... |
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Louisiana
John Hamilton - ABDO & Daughters
Format: Print book
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Welcome to Louisiana, the Pelican State! Your students will explore Atchafalya Swamp, drive across the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, watch the Sugar Bowl at the Superdome, participate in Mardi Gras festivities in New Orleans, and more as they learn about Louisiana's history, plants and animals,... |
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After Zero
Christina Collins - Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Format: Hardcover
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"Powerful and poetic." -- John David Anderson, author of Posted and Ms. Bixby's Last DayElise carries a notebook full of tallies, each page marking a day spent at her new public school, each stroke of her pencil marking a word spoken. A word that can't be taken back. Five tally... |
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Musnet: The Mouse of Monet
K Kickily - Uncivilized Books
Format: Print book
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A young boy mouse travels the country side looking for work and happens upon the Monet's garden. He takes on a job and becomes inspired to learn to paint. Will he paint in the classical ways, or in the new style of the impressionist? Which way will his brush sway? Musnet is drawn and painted... |
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Silo and the Rebel Raiders
V Peyton - Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A beautifully written and timeless fantasy adventure, perfect for fans of Terry Pratchett and Philip Reeve. Ten-year-old Silo Zyco doesn't know much about his relatives -- his father was a mysterious stranger, and the rest of the Zycos were killed in a disaster involving a terrible... |
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Jane Austen for Kids: Her Life, Writings, and World, with 21 Activities
Nancy I. Sanders - Chicago Review Press
Format: Paperback
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Jane Austen is one of the most influential and best-loved novelists in English literature. Austen's genius was her cast of characters - so timeless and real that readers today recognize them in their own families and neighborhoods. Her book's universal themes - love and hate, hope and disappointment,... |
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Inventor, Engineer, and Physicist Nikola Tesla
Katie Marsico - Lerner Publications
Format: Library Binding
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Have you ever tried to invent something? As a child, Nikola Tesla saw a picture of a waterfall and imagined an invention that would turn the water's energy into electricity. Later, he invented the water wheel, which turned water power into usable energy. As a young adult, Tesla spent... |
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A Conspiracy of Kings
Megan Whalen Turner - Greenwillow Books
Format: Paperback
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Discover the world of the Queen's ThiefNew York Times-bestselling author Megan Whalen Turner's entrancing and award-winning Queen's Thief novels bring to life the world of the epics and feature one of the most charismatic and incorrigible characters of fiction, Eugenides the thief.... |
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Return to the Secret Garden
Holly Webb - Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Format: Hardcover
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As she turned it the door creaked a little and opened inwards...The only friend Emmie Hatton has ever had at the Craven Home for Orphaned Children is Lucy, the little black kitten that visits her on the fire escape every day. But when the children of Craven Home are evacuated out of London... |
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The LEGO Batman Movie: The Essential Guide
Inc Dorling Kindersley - DK Children
Format: Hardcover
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The perfect companion to LEGO Batman's first solo movie, The LEGO Batman Movie: The Essential Guide showcases the full range of exciting LEGO Batman sets and minifigures that will be released to tie in with the film's release. Heroes, villains, vehicles, and locations are all explored... |
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The Lost Track of Time
Paige Britt - Scholastic Inc.
Format: Print book
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Penelope is running out of time!She dreams of being a writer, but how can she pursue her passion when her mother schedules every minute of her life? And how will she ever prove that writing is worthwhile if her mother keeps telling her to "get busy!" and "be more productive"?Then... |
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Warriors Super Edition: Hawkwing's Journey
Erin Hunter - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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An epic stand-alone adventure in Erin Hunter's #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series! Set just before the events of the books in A Vision of Shadows, this Super Edition follows Hawkwing, deputy of SkyClan, on a journey that will change the fate of all five warrior Clans. The cats of SkyClan... |
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Practical Origami
TOM BUTLER - ENSLOW PUBLISHERS
Format: Print book
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Through detailed step-by-step instructions and full-color photos, students can create useful origami pieces, such as a pin tray, photo frame, business card holder, and coaster. A brief introduction explains the origins and significance of origami and examples of masterpieces will show readers... |
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The Creepy Case Files of Margo Maloo
Drew Weing - First Second
Format: Print book
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Charles just moved to Echo City, and some of his new neighbors give him the creeps. They sneak into his room, steal his toys, and occasionally, they try to eat him. The place is teeming with monsters!Lucky for Charles, Echo City has Margo Maloo, monster mediator. No matter who's causing... |
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Celebrate the Season: Let It Snow!
Taylor Garland - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Paperback
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Celebrate the gift of family in this cheerful middle grade book series that captures the magic of the holidays.When Chloe's dad announces that they'll be spending the weekend leading up to Christmas in a snowy lodge with his new girlfriend and her daughter, Sandy, Chloe could not be more... |
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Twintuition: Double Vision
Tamera Mowry - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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From actresses Tia and Tamera Mowry comes the story of tween twins Cassie and Caitlyn and their discovery that they have the ability to see things before they occur! This is the first book in the popular Twintuition series.When their mother's new job forces them to move from bustling San Antonio... |
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St. Patrick's Day Origami
Ruth Owen - Powerkids Pr
Format: Print book
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St. Patrick's Day is usually known as a fun holiday of parades, music, and people dressed in green from head to toe. Readers may wonder about the images associated with St. Patrick's Day, though. They may question what a leprechaun is and wonder why a shamrock has come to symbolize... |
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American Girl
Sara Green - Bellwether Media
Format: Print book
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"Engaging images accompany information about American Girl. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"-- |
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My Little Pony: Legends of Magic, Vol. 2
JEREMY WHITLEY - IDW Publishing
Format: Paperback
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Explore the secret history of Equestria in these standalone tales delving into the unique places, characters, and stories of the Ponies' world!The origin of Equestria's most famous pony heroes continues as they come together to face the greatest evil any have ever encountered! Will they... |
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SpongeBob Comics: Book 3: Tales from the Haunted Pineapple
STEPHEN HILLENBURG - Amulet Paperbacks
Format: Paperback
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Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? SpongeBob SquarePants! SpongeBob Comics: Tales from the Haunted Pineapple is the third collection of previously published material specially curated by SpongeBob creator Stephen Hillenburg. Tales from the Haunted Pineapple includes more than 15 short,... |
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Carrie Underwood
Katie Lajiness - Big Buddy Books
Format: Library Binding
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Meet famous entertainer Carrie Underwood! In this engaging title, readers will follow Carrie Underwood's career from her start on American Idolto her first albumSome Heartson the way to twelve Academy of Country Music Awards, seven Country Music Association Awards and seven Grammy Awards!... |
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What Were the Roaring Twenties?
Michele Mortlock - Penguin Workshop
Format: Library Binding
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Flappers, flag-pole sitting, and the Ford Model T--these are just a few of the things that instantly conjure up a unique era--the Roaring Twenties.It was the bees' knees, the cat's meow. If you're not familiar with 1920s slang, all the more reason to read this fascinating look... |
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DK Life Stories: Katherine Johnson
Ebony Joy Wilkins - DK Children
Format: Hardcover
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In this kids' biography, discover the inspiring story of Katherine Johnson, famed NASA mathematician and one of the subjects of the best-selling book and movie Hidden Figures.It was an incredible accomplishment when the United States first put a person on the moon--but without the incredible... |
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Nikki on the Line
Barbara Carroll Roberts - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Nikki wants to be a basketball star... but between school stress, friend drama, and babysitting woes, will she be able to make it on her new team? Judy Blume meets Mike Lupica in this pitch-perfect, action-packed, and funny novel. Thirteen-year-old Nikki Doyle's dreams of becoming a basketball... |
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Arizona Cardinals
Andres Ybarra - Sportszone
Format: Print book
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This title introduces readers to the Arizona Cardinals, providing exciting details about today's stars and going deep inside the key moments of the team's history. The title also features informative "fast facts," a timeline, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards... |
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Jesss Story (Backyard Witch Book 2)
Christine Heppermann - Greenwillow Books
Format: Hardcover
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The second book of the Backyard Witch series, by acclaimed authors Christine Heppermann and Ron Koertge, starring Ms. M, the witch who the Horn Book calls "a combination of Mary Poppins and a stand-up comedian." A must-have for newly independent readers and fans of Ivy Bean,... |
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Paws vs. Claws: A Queenie and Arthur Mystery
Spencer Quinn - Scholastic Press
Format: Hardcover
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From New York Times bestseller Spencer Quinn comes book 2 in the laugh-out-loud series about the most epic rivalry of our time . . . Arthur the dog vs. Queenie the cat.Queenie the cat has a BIG problem. And for once, it's not the slobbery, overly-excited creature who also lives at Blackberry... |
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Unraveling (Second Chances Book 1)
Margaret Gurevich - Chloe by Design
Format: Hardcover
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The pressure intensifies as Chloe arrives in New York and the competition the competition gets under way. The show's challenges take Chloe all over the city, from Central Park to Times Square. Will she make it into the top ten, or are her designs destined to become fashion disasters? |
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The Moon
Cody Crane - Childrens Pr
Format: Library Binding
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Did you know that the moon was once part of Earth? Readers will blast off with Rocket to learn fascinating facts like thisand moreall in the pages of this book. |
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Voting and Elections
Kate Conley - Core Library
Format: Print book
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"Fair and free elections are one of the keys to a strong democracy. Voting and Elections introduces readers to political campaigns, voting rights, and election-day processes."--Publisher's website. |
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EndGames
Ru Xu - Graphix
Format: Hardcover
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Blue arrives in the capital city of Altalus, where she is determined to find her friend Crow, the boy who was created to be a flying war machine, and Jack, the engineer who built him. But soon she is inadvertently kidnapped by Snow and Red, twins from the enemy side of their ten-year war.... |
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Get Into Mixed Media
Janice Dyer - Crabtree Publishing Company
Format: Paperback
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If you like the idea of combining materials such as fabric, paint, ink and google eyes on a canvas, then mixed media is the art form for you! This awesome book guides young artists in creating works in mixed media, a visual art form in which artists can combine different types of techniques... |
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Secret of the Time Tablets
Mike Maihack - Scholastic Press
Format: Print book
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Cleo and her friends journey from Yasiro Academy to the city of Hykosis, where some of the most notorious thieves and assassins live. They're in search of information about the time tablets that could determine Cleo's fate - whether she wants them to or not. But the group is separated when... |
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It's a Fungus Among Us: The Good, the Bad & the Downright Scary
CARLA BILLUPS - MoonDance Press
Format: Hardcover
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In It's a Fungus Among Us, you'll meet the wild group of organisms that can turn ants into zombies and eat trillions of pounds of feces every day. They also make cheese stretchy, add sour tastes to candy, and make bread rise! Historically, they've been blamed for the potato famine and the Salem... |
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The Dragon's Return (The Zodiac Legacy Series #2)
Stan Lee - Disney Pr
Format: Print book
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In this second illustrated novel of The Zodiac Legacy series, the dangerous dragon power only grows stronger within Jasmine, and Steven struggles to hold their ragtag team together. But as alliances become strained, the line between the "good guys" and the "bad guys"... |
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Pluto and Other Dwarf Planets (Planetary Exploration)
Shalini Saxena - Britannica Educational Pub
Format: Picture Book
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The reclassification of Pluto in 2006 not only decreased the number of planets in our solar system by one but also introduced the new category of dwarf planet. Readers will come to understand what separates a dwarf planet from a planet - or for that matter from any of the other bodies found... |
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Pinkie Pie & Applejack
Alex De Campi - Spotlight
Format: Print book
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Pinkie Pie and Applejack enter a baking contest. |
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Splatoon, Vol. 6 (6)
Sankichi Hinodeya - VIZ Media LLC
Format: Paperback
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All-new adventures featuring the beloved characters of the hit Nintendo video game!. The Turf Wars have started in Inkopolis, and the team that inks the most ground will be crowned the winner! Based on the hit Nintendo games! The match between Team Blue and Team Emperor heats up toward... |
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Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Special Edition 2018
NOT AVAILABLE. - Scholastic Inc.
Format: Hardcover
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Don't miss this all-new Ripley's Believe It or Not! which features 144 full-color pages of the most incredible facts, strangest discoveries, and weirdest wonders of the world! This year's edition features oddities including a house in China that is covered with millions of sea shells,... |
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DK Eyewitness Books: Islam
Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff. - DK Children
Format: Hardcover
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Discover Islam--the faith, culture, and history that have shaped the Islamic world.Explore the world's fastest-growing religion--from the Prophet Muhammad to Ramadan and the Qu'ran. Learn about traditional Islamic dress, feasts, and Islam's rich tradition of design.Why do Muslims... |
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The Lost Frost Girl
AMY WILSON - Katherine Tegen Books
Format: Hardcover
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A modern-day fairy tale full of frosty magic, Amy Wilson's stunning debut about a girl who discovers that she is Jack Frost's daughter will enchant fans of the Emily Windsnap series and Frozen."As magical as frost itself, The Lost Frost Girl is a truly special tale, told with gorgeous... |
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Dragons vs. Drones
Wesley King - Razorbill, 2016.
Format: Print book
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A young computer genius is chased by sleek, high-tech drones into a land populated by Godzilla-size dragons, setting off a war that only he can stop. Part Eragon, part Transformers, with a magical beating heart at its center. Marcus Brimley was just four years old when his CIA analyst... |
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World of NEXO KNIGHTS Heroes
KATE HOWARD - Scholastic Inc.
Format: Paperback
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It takes a special hero to join the NEXO KNIGHTS(TM) team! In this official guide you'll meet the NEXO KNIGHTS heroes, discover the history of Knighton and the Cloud of Monstrox, explore the knights' newest, gear, learn all about their shields enemies, vehicles, weapons, and more!... |
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Spindrift and the Orchid
Emma Trevayne - Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A girl finds herself entrenched in a dark mystery after the deaths of her parents in this fantastical novel from the author of The House of Months and Years.When a man walks into her grandfather's curiosity shop and asks about a black orchid, Spindrift turns him away. She's never... |
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Desert Climates
Cath Senker - Capstone
Format: Print book
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The climate in a region affects all aspects of life. This book looks at desert climates. It explores the characteristics of the land and weather in regions with desert climates, and how plants, animals, and people have adapted to life in deserts. The effects of climate change and other... |
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Our Dreams at Dusk: Shimanami Tasogare Vol. 3
Yuhki Kamatani - Seven Seas
Format: Paperback
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AN UNEXPECTED VISITORWhen Tasuku attends a workshop organized by Cat Clutter, the last person he is expecting to see there shows up: his crush, Tsubaki! Is this the beginning of a dream come true? |
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Poetry for Kids: William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare - MoonDance Press
Format: Hardcover
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Love! Betrayal! Ambition! Tragedy! Jealousy! Williams Shakespeare's universal themes continue to resonate with readers of all ages more than 400 years after his death. This wonderful, fully illustrated book introduces children to the Bard and more than thirty of his most famous and accessible... |
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Vivimos En Las Afueras De La Ciudad/ We Live in a Suburb
Amy B Rogers - PowerKids Press
Format: Print book
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What is a suburb, and how is it different from a city or rural community? Readers find the answers to these questions and more through accessible text that reflects early social studies curriculum topics. Suburban communities are common across the United States, and readers explore one such... |
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Hotel Transylvania Graphic Novel Vol. 2: My Little Monster-Sitter
STEFAN PETRUCHA - Papercutz
Format: Hardcover
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Based on the all-new television series focusing on the earlier teenage years of Dracula's daughter Mavis and her three closest friends, Hank N. Stein, Pedro and Wendy Blob. With Dracula away on "Official Vampire Business," Mavis finally sees her chance to show her father what... |
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The Wearle
Chris D'Lacey - Scholastic Press
Format: Print book
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A Wearle of dragons set out on an expedition from their home planet and was never heard from again. Now, a new Wearle, determined to find the first, has come to the place its creatures call Erth. Gabrial, who still has the blue scales of a young dragon, is eager to prove himself, and to find... |
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The Cure for Cold Feet
Beth Levine Ain - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Junior high school girls, meet your new BFF! Izzy Kline faces all the drama of middle school with total honesty and deep heart.Hiding out in the girls' bathroom . . .FaceTiming one friend while group chatting two others . . .Forced to ballroom dance with a boy for a social studies unit... |
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Knock! Knock! Who Was There?
Brian Elling - Penguin Workshop
Format: Paperback
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Over 300 side-splitting jokes based on the New York Times best-selling series.If you want to know exactly why Milton Hershey's wife married him, look no further. (Because she wanted lots of Hershey's Kisses!) This hilarious and original collection of jokes featuring all the subjects... |
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Florida
Tamra Orr - Childrens Pr
Format: Library Binding
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Located in the far southeastern corner of the United States, Florida is a popular vacation destination with plenty of beaches and other attractions. It is also a state with a rich history and vibrant local culture. Readers will explore all of Florida as they learn about its government,... |
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The Whispering Wars
Jaclyn Moriarty - Arthur A. Levine Books
Format: Hardcover
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From the award-winning Jaclyn Moriarty comes a spellbinding tale of unlikely friendship, unexpected magic and competitive athletics.The town of Spindrift is frequented by all kinds of Shadow Mages and charlatans.It's also home to the Orphanage School, where Finlay lives with Glim, Taya,... |
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Camille's Mermaid Tale
VALERIE TRIPP - AMER GIRL
Format: Print book
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Camille loves the ocean -- the warm sand, the pretty shells, and the sparkling waves that tickle her toes. Sometimes she even imagines that she's a mermaid with whales and dolphins for friends! When the other WellieWishers see how much Camille misses her summers by the sea, they want... |
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The Distance between Me and the Cherry Tree
Paola Peretti - Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Ten-year-old Mafalda hides the fact that she is going blind from her family and friends in this lyrical, bittersweet debut novel from Italian author Paola Peretti that shows you how to overcome the darkness - even when you can't see the light at the end of the tunnel.There are a lot of things... |
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Dark Wyng
Chris D'Lacey - Scholastic Press
Format: Hardcover
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The dragon Wearle is in turmoil: A human boy named Ren has bonded with a pair of baby dragons, and their connection has given him shocking and extraordinary new powers. Though some of the dragons suspect he is plotting against the Wearle, his dragon allies will do anything to save him.... |
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CatStronauts: Race to Mars
Drew Brockington - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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In the sequel to CatStronauts: Mission Moon, your favorite elite group of cat astronauts are thrust into the space-race of the century! Fresh off of their heroic mission to save the world, the CatStronauts--Major Meowser, Pom Pom, Blanket and Waffles--are taking a well deserved victory... |
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Smithsonian: Timelines of Everything
INC DORLING KINDERSLEY - DK Children
Format: Hardcover
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Explore an illustrated history of the world through timelines for kids. From dinosaurs and Vikings to the history of robots and espionage, discover incredible world history in this lavish collection of timelines.Jam-packed with surprising facts and amazing details, such as the most bloodthirsty... |
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Rising Water: The Story of the Thai Cave Rescue
Marc Aronson - Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Format: Paperback
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The incredible true story of the twelve boys trapped with their coach in a flooded cave in Thailand and their inspiring rescue.On June 23rd, 2018, twelve members of the Wild Boars soccer team and their coach were exploring the Tham Luang Nang Non cave complex in northern Thailand when disaster... |
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Book Uncle and Me
Uma Krishnaswami - Groundwood Books
Format: Print book
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Every day, nine-year-old Yasmin borrows a book from Book Uncle, a retired teacher who has set up a free lending library next to her apartment building. But when the mayor tries to shut down the rickety bookstand, Yasmin has to take her nose out of her book and do something.But what can she do? The local... |
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Mascot
ANTONY JOHN - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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This witty, heartfelt story about perseverance in the face of adversity is perfect for fans of R. J. Palacio, Cammie McGovern, and John David Anderson.Noah Savino has been stuck in a wheelchair for months. He hates the way people treat him like he's helpless now. He's sick of going to physical... |
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California
Jason Kirchner - Next Page
Format: Print book
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Come visit the Golden State! Learn about California's history, geography, weather, people, and more in this book that's all about our 31st state. |
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Greenglass House
Kate Milford - Houghton Mifflin
Format: Print book
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National Book Award Nominee Winner of the Edgar Award for Best Juvenile Mystery Nebula/Andre Norton Award NomineeNew York Times Bestseller It's wintertime at Greenglass House. The creaky smuggler's inn is always quiet during this season, and twelve-year-old Milo, the innkeepers'... |
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This Is Not a Werewolf Story
Sandra Evans - Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Format: Print book
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A fresh, heartwarming, and fascinating debut that two-time Newbery Honor winner Gary Schmidt calls "a journey that every reader needs to go on."This is the story of Raul, a boy of few words, fewer friends, and almost no family. He is a loner - but he isn't lonely. All week long... |
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100 Women Who Made History
Dk. - DK
Format: Print book
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There are many ladies in history who have left their mark. 100 Women Who Made History takes kids on a tour of the past and uncovers the stories of the women and girls who have shaped the modern world.From super scientists like Marie Curie and Rosalind Franklin to clued-up creatives... |
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One Dollar: How Many Pennies?
Portia Summers - Enslow Publishing
Format: Print book
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Money math is an important part of every day life. This book breaks down the value of a dollar, teaching young readers how to create a dollar with smaller change. With language that easily breaks down the subject so that anyone can understand, and full-color photographs that illustrate... |
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The Unofficial Pokemon Go Field Guide
Media Lab Books - Turtleback Books
Format: Print book
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FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Pokemon Go, a location-based, augmented reality game, is the most recent gaming app to sweep the nation.people everywhere are using their phones to catch Pok.mon while on the go. The Unofficial Pokemon Go Field Guide will teach you everything you need... |
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Pulleys in My Makerspace
Tim Miller - Crabtree Pub Co
Format: Library Binding
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Children will enjoy this fascinating book which uses the principles of Makerspace to introduce them to the pulley. Simple text describes the structure and uses of pulleys, and clear, step-by-step instructions show children how to make one. Readers are then provided with stategies to start... |
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The Digital Divide: 12 Things You Need to Know
Angie Smibert - 12-Story Library
Format: Print book
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Provides 12 informative questions and answers about the digital divide. Exciting, full-color spreads present related facts and tips and tricks you need to know to stay smart with technology. |
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Animal Journeys
PATRICIA HEGARTY - 360 Degrees
Format: Hardcover
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Animals are simply amazing! Many of them migrate for various reasons, often enduring harsh, unforgiving environments. Learn about which animal has the longest migration of any creature; the creative way that one island assists with its crab migration; and much more in this beautifully illustrated... |
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I Can Make This Promise
Christine Day - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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In her debut middle grade novel - inspired by her family's history - Christine Day tells the story of a girl who uncovers her family's secrets - and finds her own Native American identity. All her life, Edie has known that her mom was adopted by a white couple. So, no matter how curious... |
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The Problim Children
NATALIE LLOYD - Katherine Tegen Books
Format: Hardcover
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With a dash of Lemony Snicket, a dollop of the Addams Family, and a hearty dose of adventure, New York Times bestselling author Natalie Lloyd introduces a new series about seven strange and adventurous siblings who tackle problems together - even when their new neighbors try to tear them... |
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My Secret Guide to Paris: A Wish Novel
Lisa Schroeder - Scholastic Inc.
Format: Paperback
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Nora loves everything about Paris, from the Eiffel Tower to chocolat chaud. Of course, she's never actually been there -- she's only visited through her Grandma Sylvia's stories. And just when they've finally planned a trip together, Grandma Sylvia is suddenly gone, taking Nora's dreams... |
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Philadelphia Eagles
Will Graves - Sportszone
Format: Print book
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This title introduces readers to the Philadelphia Eagles, providing exciting details about today's stars and going deep inside the key moments of the team's history. The title also features informative "fast facts," a timeline, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards... |
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How to Merit in Monsters
Matthew Cody - Rodale Kids
Format: Hardcover
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A new chapter book series teeming with monsters, the biomes they roam, and the hopeless scout troop out to save them.When a scout troop learns that their sleepaway camp is really a training ground for protecting the earth's most endangered species -- monsters -- the lowest-ranked Troop... |
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The Key to Every Thing
PAT SCHMATZ - Candlewick
Format: Hardcover
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For eleven-year-old Tash, Cap'n Jackie isn't just the elderly next-door neighbor - she's family. When she disappears, only Tash holds the key that might bring her back.Tash didn't want to go to camp, didn't want to spend the summer with a bunch of strangers, didn't want to be separated... |
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Pavi Sharma's Guide to Going Home
Bridget Farr - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Times} span.s1 {font-kerning: none} The Fosters meets The Great Gilly Hopkins in this moving novel, featuring foster kid Pavi Sharma as she sets off on an important mission to save a fellow foster kid from the home that... |
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Marie Curie: Little Guides to Great Lives
Isabel Thomas - Laurence King Publishing
Format: Hardcover
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Marie Curie was a brilliant scientist who coined the term 'radioactivity', discovered polonium and radium, and helped develop treatments for cancer. She was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize, but her dedication to physics ultimately caused her death from radiation.From artists... |
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Is a Rabbit a Good Pet for Me?
Melissa Raé Shofner - PowerKids Press
Format: Library Binding
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Rabbits can make great pets, but pet ownership comes with many responsibilities. Even a small animal such as a rabbit requires more time, money, and attention than many young readers might realize. Using age-appropriate language, this book examines the real costs of owning a pet rabbit:... |
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The Race to Kangaroo Cliff
Alexander McCall Smith - Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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In this third and final installment of the School Ship Tobermory adventure series, the same loveable cast and crew are back, sailing to new locales in Australia with adventures that don't disappoint.Ben and Fee MacTavish and the rest of the school ship Tobermory crew head to Australia... |
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What Is Computer Coding?
Mary K Pratt - Lerner Publications
Format: Print book
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Computers cannot understand human languages such as English. Instead they follow instructions written in special codes. Computer programmers use these codes to design video games and computer programs. How does computer coding work? Read this book to find out! |
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Friends with words! EBooks
Findaway World, LLC. - Findaway World
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"These interactive books filled with engaging characters and stories will help readers in the 560L-770L range improve reading comprehension skills, build confidence, and advance to more difficult texts. Lexile Measures make it easy to match your reader to text at their current reading... |
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Genevieve's War
Patricia Reilly Giff - Holiday House
Format: Print book
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Thirteen-year-old American girl Genevieve has spent the summer of 1939 at her grandmother's farm in Alsace, France. Then she makes an impulsive choice: to stay in France. It proves to be a dangerous decision. World War II erupts. The Nazis conquer Alsace and deport the Jews and others.... |
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Stegosaurus
Rebecca Sabelko - Bellwether Media
Format: Library Binding
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The stegosaurus is known for the row of tall plates that stick out of its back. But this dinosaur had many other fascinating traits! Using a pointed beak and long tail spikes, the stegosaurus found food and warded off predators as it made its way through the world of dinosaurs. This fascinating... |
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Newt Scamander - Arthur A. Levine Books
Format: Hardcover
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Newt Scamander's classic compendium of magical creatures, has delighted generations of wizarding readers. Now, in this updated edition with a new foreword by Newt himself and the unveiling of six beasts little known outside the American wizarding... |
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Anthony Rizzo (Bullfrog Books: In the Spotlight)
Kaitlyn Duling - Jump!, Inc.
Format: Library Binding
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In this book, early readers will learn about the life, accomplishments, and contributions of baseball all-star Anthony Rizzo. Vibrant, full-color photos, and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they learn about his life. A timeline helps readers identify major life accomplishments... |
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Inside Your Insides: A Guide to the Microbes That Call You Home
Claire Eamer - Kids Can Press
Format: Print book
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?Wherever you go, tiny hitchhikers tag along for the ride,? this intriguing illustrated nonfiction book begins. ?The hitchhikers are actually microbes --- tiny living things so small that you need a microscope to see them. And every person carries around trillions and trillions of these... |
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Mr. Bambuckle: Rule the School
Tim Harris - Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Format: Paperback
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The class in room 12B has a new teacher, and nothing is ever going to be the same...There's never been a teacher like Mr. Bambuckle. Who else rides a unicycle while flipping bacon in a pan and wearing a dazzling blue suit? Magic tricks aside, Mr. Bambuckle is kind of the best. He gets to know... |
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Where Is Our Solar System?
STEPHANIE SABOL - Penguin Workshop
Format: Paperback
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Readers will want to grab a telescope and explore the night skies after finishing this overview of our solar system.Our solar system consists of eight planets, as well as numerous moons, comets, asteroids, and meteoroids. For thousands of years, humans believed that Earth was at the center... |
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Time Sight
Lynne Jonell - Henry Holt and Co.
Format: Hardcover
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Castles, battles, the ancient Scottish Highlands, and a boy who is determined to bring everyone safely home combine in this absorbing middle grade time-travel adventure.Will's mother is in danger overseas, and his father must find her, so Will and his little brother are packed off to relatives... |
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Washington: The Evergreen State
Anna Maria Johnson - Cavendish Square Publishing
Format: Library Binding
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Named after America's first president, the state of Washington is home to more than seven million people. This book celebrates the state's natural and cultural history, exploring each region and what makes it special, from whale-watching off the San Juan Islands to distinctive cities... |
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Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior: Forging Destiny
Cube Kid - Andrews McMeel Publishing
Format: Paperback
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Book 6 of the very popular Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior series of the journal of a young Minecraft villager who dares to dream of becoming a Minecraft warrior!THESE ARE THE REAL BOOKS BY CUBE KID! DIARY OF AN 8-BIT WARRIOR (BOOK 6) WAS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED AS WIMPY VILLAGER KINDLES 15 &... |
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Tunnel of Secrets
Franklin W. Dixon - Aladdin
Format: Hardcover
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When Frank and Joe set out to explore caves and tunnels, they dig themselves into some dark and dangerous trouble in this Hardy Boys adventure.When a sinkhole opens up and swallows one of Bayport's historic statues, Frank and Joe suspect something - or someone - shady at play. They... |
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The Test of Time
Geronimo Stilton - Scholastic Paperbacks
Format: Hardcover
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Professor Volt's first time machine somehow made it to the present and must be escorted back in time as soon as possible, before it alters the course of history! |
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Henry & Eva and the Castle on the Cliff
ANDREA PORTES - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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The Graveyard Book meets The Goonies in this smart, spunky middle grade mystery from acclaimed author Andrea Portes!Prominent Environmentalist and Oceanographer Die in Boating AccidentThis is the headline that changes Henry and Eva's lives. Their parents, environmentalist William Billings... |
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Teen Titans Go!
Brandon T Snider - Little
Format: Print book
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The ultimate guide to the whole Teen Titans Go! gang--Robin, Starfire, Raven, Beast Boy, and Cyborg--along with biographies of everyone in Jump City from villains to the pizza delivery guy! This guidebook includes a poster and a trading card! TM & DC Comics. (s16) |
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Naked Mole-Rats (Unique Animal Adaptations)
Emily Hudd - Capstone Press
Format: Paperback
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Do you love rodents? Did you know that theres a rodent with no fur? Read this book to learn about the naked mole rats amazing adaptations. |
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Climate Change and Extreme Storms
Mary Dykstra - Lerner Publications
Format: Library Binding
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Extreme storms like hurricanes and blizzards are happening more often. Is this because of climate change? Read this book to discover the relationship between storms and climate change. You can find out more about what scientists and engineers are doing to address climate issues and what... |
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The Summer of Owen Todd
Tony Abbott - Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Format: Hardcover
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Owen and his best friend, Sean, are both eleven years old. They've lived on Cape Cod all their lives, and now that they're a little older, they'll finally be free to spend some time on their own. But Sean's mother has a different idea -- she hires a babysitter to look after... |
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The Story of Moana: A Tale of Courage and Adventure
Disney Book Group. - Harpercollins
Format: Print book
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Inspired by Disney Animation Studios' latest film, Moana, this middle grade novel features characters and adventures based on the rich culture of Oceania. It includes original content in the form of mini folktales interspersed throughout the story of the film. Bonus temporary tattoos... |
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Portugal
Ettagale & Lauré Blauer - Childrens Pr
Format: Library Binding
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Situated at the very southwestern corner of Europe, Portugal is only about the size of Indiana. Yet despite its small size, it has a wealth of history and culture. Readers will visit this stunning European nation and see everything from its coastal fishing areas to busy cities and remote... |
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Snowy Owl Invasion!: Tracking an Unusual Migration
Sandra Markle - Millbrook Pr
Format: Library Binding
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In late 2013, snowy owls started showing up in places no one expected to find themincluding Florida. What caused these majestic birds to leave their Arctic home? Sandra Markle engagingly explains the story behind this unusual behavior by snowy owls in the winter of 20132014, and she presents... |
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Siamese
Rebecca Felix - Bellwether Media
Format: Hardcover
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"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Siamese cats. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"-- |
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Who Is Pele?
James Jr / Who Hq (COR)/ Thomson Andrew (ILT) Buckley - Penguin Workshop
Format: Library Binding
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The story of a poor boy from Brazil who became the greatest soccer player of all time and one of the most important athletes of the twentieth century!His parents may have named him Edson Arantes do Nascimento, but to the rest of the world, he is known as Pel. The now-retired professional... |
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Belinda the Unbeatable
Lee Nordling - Graphic Universe
Format: Library Binding
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Belinda's upbeat. Her best friend, Barbara, is shy. But both of them are joining a magical game of musical chairs! When the music starts, the girls' school gym becomes a tricky, colorful obstacle course. Will Belinda and Barbara's friendship keep them in the game? Find out in this... |
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Big Nate: What's a Little Noogie Between Friends?
Lincoln Peirce - Andrews McMeel Publishing
Format: Paperback
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Big Nate is in a class by himself. This feisty 11-year-old holds the school record for detentions, but that doesn't stop him from dreaming big!Nate Wright's a winner--in his own mind, anyway. So when things go wrong, he's at a loss to explain why. How does his soccer team manage to lose... |
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Word Problems Using Ratios and Proportions
Zella Williams - Enslow Publishing
Format: Paperback
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Ratios and proportions are good ways to break down and understand really big numbers, and the numbers dont get any bigger than they do in outer space. This book brings young mathematicians on a space odyssey that will ultimately end with them gaining a greater understanding of how to solve... |
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Star Scouts
Mike Lawrence - First Second
Format: Paperback
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Avani is the new kid in town, and she's not happy about it. Everyone in school thinks she's weird, especially the girls in her Flower Scouts troop. Is it so weird to think scouting should be about fun and adventure, not about makeovers and boys, boys, boys?But everything changes when Avani... |
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Share It!: Facebook Projects for the Real World
Carolyn Bernhardt - Checkerboard Library
Format: Print book
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Post It! Facebook Projects for the Real World is packed with projects inspired by the features and functions of the popular social media site. Young crafters will create a historical figure profile page poster, design their own reaction emojis, and more! An introduction to Facebook, vibrant... |
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Design Disaster
Margaret Gurevich - Stone Arch Books
Format: Print book
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Chloe is learning more about fashion at her New York City internship than she ever thought possible. Rotating between departments is exciting and exhausting, but manageable. But when roommate issues and a new relationship get added to her already hectic life, will Chloe be able to handle... |
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Injustice Gang and the Deadly Nightshade
Derek Fridolfs - Stone Arch Books
Format: Paperback
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While thwarting an Injustice Gang heist, Batman accidentally destroys the Shade's cane. As a veil of darkness blankets the world, the Justice League enacts a bold plan to prevent a global ice age. Can the world's greatest team of super heroes reset time to bring light back to the world?... |
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Baltimore Ravens
Bo Smolka - Sportszone
Format: Print book
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This title introduces readers to the Baltimore Ravens, providing exciting details about today's stars and going deep inside the key moments of the team's history. The title also features informative "fast facts," a timeline, and a glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated... |
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The Truth About Martians
Melissa Savage - Crown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A boy and his best friends set out to discover the aliens who crash-landed next to their Roswell, New Mexico, farm in this charming novel packed with adventure and heart, perfect for fans of Ali Benjamin's The Thing About Jellyfish and Jennifer L. Holm's The Fourteenth Goldfish.Mylo... |
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The mystery of the Nazca Lines
Bonnie Hinman - Core Library
Format: Print book : Juvenile audience : EnglishView all editions and formats
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Get closer to solving the mystery of the Nazca lines with this riveting title. Learn about leading theories, important clues, and study the evidence to develop your on conclusions on how and why the lines were made. |
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The jungle book Mowgli stories
Rudyard Kipling - AudioGO Ltd
Format: Audio CD
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Peter Jeffrey reads three of Rudyard Kipling's original classic short stories. Abandoned in the Indian jungle and rescued by a wolf pack, the man-cub Mowgli is educated in the ways of the jungle by Akela the Wolf, Baloo the Bear, Bagheera the Black Panther and Kaa the big Rock Python.... |
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Toads
Julie Murray - Abdo Publishing
Format: Library Binding
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This book introduces readers to the unique features of toads. Basic information is covered, such as life cycle, habitat, range, diet, predators, and threats. Table of contents, diagrams, interesting facts, maps, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated... |
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Snap It!: Snapchat Projects for the Real World
Carolyn Bernhardt - Checkerboard Library
Format: Print book
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Snap It! Snapchat Projects for the Real World is packed with projects inspired by the features and functions of the popular social media site. Young crafters will create geofilter frames, paint on printed photos, and more! An introduction to Snapchat, vibrant photos, and step-by-step directions... |
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Pro Wrestling's Greatest Rivalries
MATT SCHEFF - SPORTSZONE
Format: Print book
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Find out more about the top rivalries in the wrestling world from yesterday and today. The title features informative sidebars, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
This item is Non-Returnable. |
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What's the Matter with Jayden Jackson?
Charley Pickle - West 44 Books
Format: Hardcover
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Jayden Jackson is always in trouble. He has a quick temper and gets detention on the regular. When Jayden meets rule-following Eli, they find common ground in the music they love. But Jayden can't tell Eli the truth behind his anger: that his dad is in jail. Jayden has fun hanging out with... |
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The Madman of Black Bear Mountain
Franklin W. Dixon - Aladdin
Format: Hardcover
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Brother detectives Frank and Joe face perils in the wilderness as they try to track down their missing teacher in this thrilling Hardy Boys adventure.As part of a research unit, Bayport High's Green Environment Conservation Club (GECO) is taking a field trip - camping on nearby Black... |
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Superfail
Max Brunner - Running Press
Format: Hardcover
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets Big Hero Six when a group of young but defective superheroes attempt to save the day! Laser vision isn't so hot when you're cross-eyed, and supersonic flight's a real downer when motion sickness keeps you grounded.Twelve-year-old Marshall Preston is a Defective--a... |
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Tales from the Arabian Nights
Milo Winter - Racehorse for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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Tales from the Arabian Nights is one of the oldest continuously circulated collections of shorts stories in the world. It consists of well-known Arabic folk tales penned during the Islamic Golden Age, including "Aladdin's Lamp," "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves,"... |
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Wings of Fire Book Five: The Brightest Night
Tui T. Sutherland - Scholastic Paperbacks
Format: Paperback
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The dragonets struggle to fulfill the prophecy and -- somehow -- end the war in this thrilling new installment of the New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series!One will have the power of wings of fire . . .Sunny has always taken the Dragonet Prophecy very seriously. If Pyrrhia's... |
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Rebound
KWAME ALEXANDER - HMH Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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From the New York Times bestselling author Kwame Alexander comes Rebound, a dynamic novel in verse and companion to his Newbery Award-winner, The Crossover, illustrated with striking graphic novel panels. Before Josh and Jordan Bell were streaking up and down the court,... |
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Where Are the Galapagos Islands?
MEGAN STINE - GROSSET & DUNLAP
Format: Print book
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Armchair adventurers can set sail for the remote Galapagos Islands and learn about the strange and unique animals that live there. The Galapagos Islands are a chain of volcanic islands located on either side of the equator in the Pacific Ocean. The isolated location of the islands has allowed... |
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If You Ever Want to Bring a Piano to the Beach, Dont! (Magnolia Says DONT!, 2)
Elise Parsley - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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. The second book in the New York Times bestselling series that began with If You Ever Want to Bring an Alligator to School, Dont! is another uproarious cautionary tale about things that DONT belong together!. If your mom says to get ready to play at the beach, she means with a boat, or a Frisbee,... |
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Let's Celebrate Christmas
J PATRICK LEWIS - Childrens Pr
Format: Library Binding
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From building a gingerbread house to sharing presents under the tree, this book helps readers celebrate the joys of Christmas. Theyll even learn why sometimes Santa prefers the front door! |
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Crow Smarts: Inside the Brain of the World's Brightest Bird
Pamela S Turner - Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Format: Print book
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One of the biggest differences between humans and animals is the ability to understand the idea of "If I do X, Y might happen." New Caledonian crows seem to possess the intelligence to understand this "causal" concept. Why do crows have this ability? What does the crow... |
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The End of the Wild
NICOLE HELGET - Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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A modern, beautifully written story set against the backdrop of the controversial issue of fracking that explores the timely themes of poverty, environmental protection, what makes a family, and finding your place in the world. |
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Brick City - New York
LONELY PLANET KIDS. - Lonely Planet Kids
Format: Hardcover
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It's New York -- but not as you know it. This unofficial guide helps LEGO fans of all ages discover Central Park, the Chrysler Building, Brooklyn Bridge, and 17 more landmarks recreated in amazing detail by top brick artists from around the world. Then make your own with 20 quick-build... |
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Dog Diaries #13: Fido
Kate Klimo - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Paperback
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A stray dog's moving tale about life with Abraham Lincoln - our sixteenth American president and a true animal lover!Meet Fido - a "yaller" mutt who was Abraham Lincoln's constant companion and pampered family pet at the time he was elected President. Smart, friendly,... |
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Hummingbirds
Julie Murray - Abdo Publishing
Format: Library Binding
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This book introduces readers to the unique features of hummingbirds. Basic information is covered, such as habitat, life cycle, range, and diet. Table of contents, diagrams, interesting facts, maps, glossary, and index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state... |
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My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish: Fins of Fury
Mo O'Hara - Faber And Faber, 2016.
Format: Print book
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When Tom zapped Frankie the goldfish back to life with a battery, he certainly didn't expect him to become a BIG FAT ZOMBIE GOLDFISH with incredible hypnotic powers. But it turns out that a zombie goldfish is a great pet to have on your side when your big brother is an evil scientist... |
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Black Moon Rising
D J MacHale - Random House Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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The next fast-paced, thrilling adventure from bestselling author D. J. MacHale! Check out a book and fall under its spell . . . literally. Marcus is an agent of the Library - a place filled with tales that don't have an ending. Mysteries that won't be solved until Marcus and his friends... |
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Computer Scientist Jean Bartik
Jennifer Reed - Lerner Publications
Format: Print book
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Do you love solving problems with mathematics? So did groundbreaking computer programmer Jean Bartik. She turned her passion for math into a successful career in what was then a brand-new field.During World War II, women took on more technology jobs as men joined the armed forces. Bartik... |
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Squint
Chad Morris - Shadow Mountain
Format: Hardcover
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My name is Flint, but everyone in middle school calls me Squint because I'm losing my vision. I used to play football, but not anymore. I haven t had a friend in a long time. Thankfully, real friends can see the real you, even when you can't clearly see.Flint loves to draw. In fact,... |
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Curiosity House: The Fearsome Firebird
Lauren Oliver - Harpercollins
Format: Print book
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In this third book in the exceptional Curiosity House mystery series by bestselling author Lauren Oliver and mysterious recluse H. C. Chester, four children must uncover the evil Nicholas Rattigan's newest dastardly scheme, wage war with a rival freak show, and deal with a spy who may have... |
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Zachary Taylor
Heidi M D Elston - Big Buddy Books
Format: Print book
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- Historic Photographs- Primary Source Documents- Timeline- Fast Facts- Benefits and Perks- Chart of All Presidents' Terms |
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Superheroes Don't Eat Veggie Burgers
Gretchen Kelley - Faber And Faber
Format: Print book
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Middle school may be tough, but Charlie Burger has a plan for how he'll get through it: mind his own business and stay out of the limelight. But sixth grade has other plans for Charlie. His best friend, Franki, starts acting weird-since when does she like to dance?-and everyone from... |
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Earth's Oceans
Amy Austen - PowerKids Press
Format: Library Binding
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This book takes readers on a dive to explore the amazing underwater habitats and landforms of Earths oceans. Readers will take a journey from the deepest part of the oceanthe Mariana Trenchto the Mid-Ocean Ridge. Theyll explore colorful coral reefs, and learn how they form. Photographs... |
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Donald Trump: 45th President of the United States
Bonnie Hinman - Core Library
Format: Library Binding
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Billionaire businessman Donald Trump took the world by surprise when he was elected the 45th president of the United States in 2016. Donald Trump: 45th President of the United Statesexplores Trump's childhood, business empire, and political success. Easy-to-read text, vivid images,... |
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Junior Ninja Champion: The Fastest Finish
Catherine Hapka - HMH Books for Young Readers
Format: Hardcover
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The second book in this action-packed adventure series follows a team of young ninjas to the final round of the first-ever Junior Ninja competition - perfect for young ninjas and ninja fans everywhere!? When tweens Izzy, Ty, Kevin, JJ, and Mackenzie heard there was going to be a kids'... |
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Classic Storybook Fables: Including "Beauty and the Beast" and Other Favorites
Scott Gustafson - Artisan
Format: Hardcover
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Children and adults alike will delight in reading aloud these enduring and enchantingly told stories, richly illustrated and fabulously reimagined by award-winning artist Scott Gustafson. Stories include "The Little Red Hen," "The Princess and the Pea," "The Emperor's... |
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Mind in Motion: How Action Shapes Thought
Barbara Tversky - Basic Books
Format: Hardcover
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An eminent psychologist offers a major new theory of human cognition: movement, not language, is the foundation of thoughtWhen we try to think about how we think, we can't help but think of words. Indeed, some have called language the stuff of thought. But pictures are remembered far better... |
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Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus
DUSTI BOWLING - Sterling Children's Books
Format: Hardcover
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"Aven is a perky, hilarious, and inspiring protagonist whose attitude and humor will linger even after the last page has turned." - School Library Journal (Starred review) Chosen for the Autumn 2017 Kids' Indie Next List!Winner of the 2017 Reading the West... |
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
C S Lewis - Thorndike Press Large Print Press
Format: eBook
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Four adventurous siblings-Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensie-step through a wardrobe door and into the land of Narnia, a land frozen in eternal winter and enslaved by the power of the White Witch. But when almost all hope is lost, the return of the Great Lion, Aslan, signals a great... |
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Recess Warriors: Hero Is a Four-Letter Word
Marcus Emerson - Roaring Brook Press
Format: Paperback
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Saving the world... one playground at a time.When imaginations go wild in the schoolyard, anything can happen. Normal kids become world-saving heroes, girls become power-hungry pirates, and zombies take over the school after being infected by the dreaded epidemic -- cooties! It's up to Scrap,... |
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Flashback Four #4: The Hamilton-Burr Duel
Dan Gutman - HarperCollins
Format: Hardcover
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In this jaw-dropping final installment of New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman's action-packed series, four risk-taking friends travel back in time to record the most infamous duel in American history.Billionaire Miss Z might be out of the picture, but a top-secret agency wants... |
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Emily's Pranking Problem
Wendy L Brandes - Stone Arch Books
Format: Print book
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Emily is known for saying exactly what's on her mind. But there's one thing she's not willing to talk about how her parents' fighting has gotten bad throughout the year, making her happier than ever to escape to camp. She keeps herself distracted by focusing on her swimming... |
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The Invention of the Assembly Line
Nikole Brooks Bethea - The Child's World
Format: Print book
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Gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at the invention of the assembly line. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.... |
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Pet Rescue
ELSIE OLSON - Checkerboard Library
Format: Library Binding
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This title examines pet rescue past to present from the early shelters to rescue organizations and no-kill shelters. Organizations regulating the process is discussed as are opposing viewpoints and solutions such as education, spaying and neutering. A timeline, glossary, index, and historic... |
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Gridiron Greats: Heroes of Football
Jennifer Rivkin - Crabtree Publishing Company
Format: Print book
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From all-time greats such as Joe Montana and Jerry Rice to current superstars like Aaron Rodgers, readers will enjoying learning all about their favorite football players. Record-breaking stats, famous quotes, history-making plays, and more celebrate the best football stars on both the offensive... |
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Get into Magic
VIC KOVACS - CRABTREE PUB CO
Format: Print book
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From simple card tricks to awe-inspiring magical illusions, this book dives into the techniques and skills needed to become a magician. Clear instructions, photos, and special tips guide readers through mind-bending tricks and illusions that are sure to amaze family and friends! Fact boxes... |
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A Snicker of Magic
Natalie Lloyd - Scholastic Press
Format: Print book
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Natalie Lloyd's SPINDIDDLY debut novel, now in paperback!Midnight Gulch used to be a magical place, a town where people could sing up thunderstorms and dance up sunflowers. But that was long ago, before a curse drove the magic away. Twelve-year-old Felicity knows all about things like that;... |
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Cocker Spaniels
Nathan Sommer - Bellwether Media
Format: Library Binding
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Lady from Disneys Lady and the Tramp is possibly the most famous face of the cocker spaniel. Her look shows off the breeds signatures: long ears, a wide muzzle, and round eyes. In this canine profile, young dog lovers and Disney fans will go past appearance to learn more about how cocker... |
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