New York Times bestselling author Michael Northrop captures the middle-school experience -- from the hurt to the hope -- in this powerful story of creativity in the face of cruelty.Life for 12-year-old Ked Eakins isn't easy. The school bully is after him, a lump on his back has made him a social outcast, and his last remaining friend recently abandoned him. And then his dad gambles away their rent money. Just when it seems like he should just give up, Ked determines it's time to take his life back. But what seems like a good idea quickly lands him in deeper trouble. Now Ked's really on thin ice.Ked has his creativity, however, and the school's Maker Space provides him with a place to build. He just might be able to save his family from going under -- and make a few real friends while he's at it.
Scholastic Audio Books
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9781338357714
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Audio CD
The Odd Squad
By Fry, Michael
After taming the schools biggest bully, Nick, Molly and Karl expect to bask in Safety Patrol glory. But without a bully to set straight, all theyre left with is helping sixth graders cross the hall and reminding everyone that Jell-o meat stains.Enter new kid Simone, who becomes fast friends with Molly but gets on Nicks nerves when she makes light of his quest to find Emily, the mysterious middle school protector who may or may not be real. In an effort to prove hes right, Nick tries to flush Emily out, only to bring the wrath of a new Zero Tolerance policy down on Emily Dickinson Middle School.Nicks in way over his head (hes not that tall in the first place) and risks expulsion if he cant restore his good name. Since Nick is an expert at making wrong moves, he could be in big trouble. Because if theres one thing worse than being the shortest seventh grader in the history of the world, itshaving to go through it twice.Praise for The Odd Squad: Bully Bait"Funny and sweet with a steely centre." - Neil Gaiman, New York Times best-selling author of Coraline and the Newbery Award-winning The Graveyard Book"An important message, humorously delivered, that will appeal to Diary of a Wimpy Kid fans." - Kirkus Reviews
Disney-Hyperion
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9781423170990
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Hardcover
Marvin and the Moths
By Holm, Matthew
Middle school is off to a rocky start for Marvin Watson. Doomed to misfit status, his only friends are a girl with major orthodontics, the smelliest boy in school, and the trio of sarcastic man-sized moths that live in his attic. No one said middle school would be easy! Also, no one said that Marvin's town would be threatened by mutant bugs, including a very hungry, Shakespeare-quoting spider. But life in the suburbs is full of surprises. Will Marvin be the one to unravel the mystery behind the mutants and save the town? Or will he be too busy with the real threat: his first school dance?! This hilarious send-up of middle school has the humor of James Patterson's "I Funny," the underdog hero of "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," and the zany action of "NERDS.".. and features illustrations by co-author Matthew Holm, "New York Times" bestselling illustrator of Babymouse, Squish, and "Sunny Side Up." Plus: talking moths.
Scholastic (Us)
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9780545876742
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Print book
The Isle of the Lost
By Cruz, Melissa De La
Evil tree. Bad Apple?Twenty years ago, all the evil villains were banished from the kingdom of Auradon to the Isle of the Lost--a dark and dreary place protected by a force field that makes it impossible for them to leave. Stripped of their magical powers, the villains now live in total isolation, forgotten by the world.Mal learns from her mother, Maleficent, that the key to true darkness, the Dragon's Eye, is located inside her scepter in the forbidden fortress on the far side of the island. The eye is cursed, and whoever retrieves it will be knocked into a deep sleep for a thousand years. But Mal has a plan to capture it. She'll just need a little help from her "friends." In their quest for the Dragon's Eye, these four kids begin to realize that just because you come from an evil family tree, being good ain't so bad.
Disney-Hyperion
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9781484720974
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Hardcover
A History of Pictures for Children
By Hockney, David
A History of Pictures takes young readers on an adventure through art history. From cave paintings to video games, this book shows how and why pictures have been made, linking art to the human experience. Hockney and Gayford explain each piece of art in the book, helping young minds to grasp difficult concepts. The book tracks the many twists and turns toward artistic invention, allowing readers to fully appreciate how and why art has changed and includes an illustrated timeline of inventions. All new illustrations by Rose Blake add a personal perspective on a wide variety of images. A History of Pictures will inspire creative minds and help them to understand the legacy of the pictures we see today. The book also includes a bibliography and index.
Abrams Books for Young Readers
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9781419732119
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Hardcover
Case Closed #2
By Magaziner, Lauren
Lauren Magaziner's hilarious and high-stakes middle grade series gets a touch of Hollywood glamor! Pick-your-own-path and puzzle-packed mystery collide in this star-studded sequel in which the reader must help Carlos and his friends solve the disappearance of a famous teen actress.In this wildly entertaining and interactive adventure, YOU pick which suspects to interview, which questions to ask, and which clues to follow. You pick the path - you crack the case!Carlos Serrano needs your help - again! His mother has received an urgent assignment to find the missing star of a wildly popular TV show, but she won't let Carlos investigate!With his genius friend, Eliza, and her little brother, Frank, along for the case, Carlos is excited to examine the studio for clues and interrogate suspects on the set of Teen Witch, but he has to keep his detective work hidden from his mother's laser-sharp gaze. And just like before, he can't do it without you!Can you help Carlos and his friends solve the puzzles and stay out of trouble long enough to save Layla Jay? Or will it be case closed?
Publisher: n/a
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9780062676306
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Hardcover
Clover the Bunny
By Clarke, Jane
Clover the bunny and his friends are on their first camping trip. But when itchy spots appear on Clover's paws, only Dr. KittyCat knows how to make him better.Clover has two-color art inside! Supercute photographs of real puppies and kittens combine with hand-drawn green line art for a completely unique look.
Scholastic (Us)
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9780545873369
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Print book
Can Adults Become Human?
By Benton, Jim
Read the hilarious, candid (and sometimes not-so-nice) , diaries of Jamie Kelly, who promises that everything in her diary is true...or at least as true as it needs to be.Dear Dumb Diary,My social studies teacher, Mr. VanDoy, never smiles. I know that's hard to believe, because everybody smiles about something, right?Isabella smiles when her brothers get in trouble. Angeline smiles when she thinks about how much prettier she is than, like, a waterfall or a unicorn. I smile when I think about a unicorn kicking Angeline over a waterfall. But Mr. VanDoy doesn't smile at all. I wonder if when you become an adult, you can lose your sense of humor the way you lose your teeth or hair or fashion sense.
Scholastic
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9780439796217
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Paperback
Who Was Bob Marley?
By Ellison, Katie
Get Up, Stand Up! for the king of reggae music!Bob Marley was a reggae superstar who is considered to be one of the most influential musicians of all time. Born in rural Jamaica, this musician and songwriter began his career with his band, The Wailing Wailers, in 1963. The Wailers went on to spread the gospel of reggae music around the globe. Bob's distinctive style and dedication to his Rastafari beliefs became a rallying cry for the poor and disenfranchised the world over and led to a hugely successful solo career. After his death in 1981, Bob Marley became a symbol of Jamaican culture and identity. His greatest-hits album, Legend, remains the best-selling reggae album of all time. Who Was Bob Marley? tells the story of how a man with humble roots became an international icon.
GROSSET & DUNLAP
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9780515157970
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Print book
Attack of the Jack-O'-Lanterns
By Stine, R. L.
PUMPKIN POWER!Nothing beats Halloween. It's Drew Brockman's favorite holiday. And this year will be awesome. Much better than last year. Or the year Lee and Tabby played that joke. A nasty practical joke on Drew and her best friend, Walker.Yes, this year Drew and Walker have a plan. A plan for revenge. It involves two scary pumpkin heads.But something's gone wrong. Way wrong. Because the pumpkin heads are a little too scary. A little too real. With strange hissing voices. And flames shooting out of their faces...
On Thin Ice
By Northrop, Michael
New York Times bestselling author Michael Northrop captures the middle-school experience -- from the hurt to the hope -- in this powerful story of creativity in the face of cruelty.Life for 12-year-old Ked Eakins isn't easy. The school bully is after him, a lump on his back has made him a social outcast, and his last remaining friend recently abandoned him. And then his dad gambles away their rent money. Just when it seems like he should just give up, Ked determines it's time to take his life back. But what seems like a good idea quickly lands him in deeper trouble. Now Ked's really on thin ice.Ked has his creativity, however, and the school's Maker Space provides him with a place to build. He just might be able to save his family from going under -- and make a few real friends while he's at it.
The Odd Squad
By Fry, Michael
After taming the schools biggest bully, Nick, Molly and Karl expect to bask in Safety Patrol glory. But without a bully to set straight, all theyre left with is helping sixth graders cross the hall and reminding everyone that Jell-o meat stains.Enter new kid Simone, who becomes fast friends with Molly but gets on Nicks nerves when she makes light of his quest to find Emily, the mysterious middle school protector who may or may not be real. In an effort to prove hes right, Nick tries to flush Emily out, only to bring the wrath of a new Zero Tolerance policy down on Emily Dickinson Middle School.Nicks in way over his head (hes not that tall in the first place) and risks expulsion if he cant restore his good name. Since Nick is an expert at making wrong moves, he could be in big trouble. Because if theres one thing worse than being the shortest seventh grader in the history of the world, itshaving to go through it twice.Praise for The Odd Squad: Bully Bait"Funny and sweet with a steely centre." - Neil Gaiman, New York Times best-selling author of Coraline and the Newbery Award-winning The Graveyard Book"An important message, humorously delivered, that will appeal to Diary of a Wimpy Kid fans." - Kirkus Reviews
Marvin and the Moths
By Holm, Matthew
Middle school is off to a rocky start for Marvin Watson. Doomed to misfit status, his only friends are a girl with major orthodontics, the smelliest boy in school, and the trio of sarcastic man-sized moths that live in his attic. No one said middle school would be easy! Also, no one said that Marvin's town would be threatened by mutant bugs, including a very hungry, Shakespeare-quoting spider. But life in the suburbs is full of surprises. Will Marvin be the one to unravel the mystery behind the mutants and save the town? Or will he be too busy with the real threat: his first school dance?! This hilarious send-up of middle school has the humor of James Patterson's "I Funny," the underdog hero of "Diary of a Wimpy Kid," and the zany action of "NERDS.".. and features illustrations by co-author Matthew Holm, "New York Times" bestselling illustrator of Babymouse, Squish, and "Sunny Side Up." Plus: talking moths.
The Isle of the Lost
By Cruz, Melissa De La
Evil tree. Bad Apple?Twenty years ago, all the evil villains were banished from the kingdom of Auradon to the Isle of the Lost--a dark and dreary place protected by a force field that makes it impossible for them to leave. Stripped of their magical powers, the villains now live in total isolation, forgotten by the world.Mal learns from her mother, Maleficent, that the key to true darkness, the Dragon's Eye, is located inside her scepter in the forbidden fortress on the far side of the island. The eye is cursed, and whoever retrieves it will be knocked into a deep sleep for a thousand years. But Mal has a plan to capture it. She'll just need a little help from her "friends." In their quest for the Dragon's Eye, these four kids begin to realize that just because you come from an evil family tree, being good ain't so bad.
A History of Pictures for Children
By Hockney, David
A History of Pictures takes young readers on an adventure through art history. From cave paintings to video games, this book shows how and why pictures have been made, linking art to the human experience. Hockney and Gayford explain each piece of art in the book, helping young minds to grasp difficult concepts. The book tracks the many twists and turns toward artistic invention, allowing readers to fully appreciate how and why art has changed and includes an illustrated timeline of inventions. All new illustrations by Rose Blake add a personal perspective on a wide variety of images. A History of Pictures will inspire creative minds and help them to understand the legacy of the pictures we see today. The book also includes a bibliography and index.
Case Closed #2
By Magaziner, Lauren
Lauren Magaziner's hilarious and high-stakes middle grade series gets a touch of Hollywood glamor! Pick-your-own-path and puzzle-packed mystery collide in this star-studded sequel in which the reader must help Carlos and his friends solve the disappearance of a famous teen actress.In this wildly entertaining and interactive adventure, YOU pick which suspects to interview, which questions to ask, and which clues to follow. You pick the path - you crack the case!Carlos Serrano needs your help - again! His mother has received an urgent assignment to find the missing star of a wildly popular TV show, but she won't let Carlos investigate!With his genius friend, Eliza, and her little brother, Frank, along for the case, Carlos is excited to examine the studio for clues and interrogate suspects on the set of Teen Witch, but he has to keep his detective work hidden from his mother's laser-sharp gaze. And just like before, he can't do it without you!Can you help Carlos and his friends solve the puzzles and stay out of trouble long enough to save Layla Jay? Or will it be case closed?
Clover the Bunny
By Clarke, Jane
Clover the bunny and his friends are on their first camping trip. But when itchy spots appear on Clover's paws, only Dr. KittyCat knows how to make him better.Clover has two-color art inside! Supercute photographs of real puppies and kittens combine with hand-drawn green line art for a completely unique look.
Can Adults Become Human?
By Benton, Jim
Read the hilarious, candid (and sometimes not-so-nice) , diaries of Jamie Kelly, who promises that everything in her diary is true...or at least as true as it needs to be.Dear Dumb Diary,My social studies teacher, Mr. VanDoy, never smiles. I know that's hard to believe, because everybody smiles about something, right?Isabella smiles when her brothers get in trouble. Angeline smiles when she thinks about how much prettier she is than, like, a waterfall or a unicorn. I smile when I think about a unicorn kicking Angeline over a waterfall. But Mr. VanDoy doesn't smile at all. I wonder if when you become an adult, you can lose your sense of humor the way you lose your teeth or hair or fashion sense.
Who Was Bob Marley?
By Ellison, Katie
Get Up, Stand Up! for the king of reggae music!Bob Marley was a reggae superstar who is considered to be one of the most influential musicians of all time. Born in rural Jamaica, this musician and songwriter began his career with his band, The Wailing Wailers, in 1963. The Wailers went on to spread the gospel of reggae music around the globe. Bob's distinctive style and dedication to his Rastafari beliefs became a rallying cry for the poor and disenfranchised the world over and led to a hugely successful solo career. After his death in 1981, Bob Marley became a symbol of Jamaican culture and identity. His greatest-hits album, Legend, remains the best-selling reggae album of all time. Who Was Bob Marley? tells the story of how a man with humble roots became an international icon.
Attack of the Jack-O'-Lanterns
By Stine, R. L.
PUMPKIN POWER!Nothing beats Halloween. It's Drew Brockman's favorite holiday. And this year will be awesome. Much better than last year. Or the year Lee and Tabby played that joke. A nasty practical joke on Drew and her best friend, Walker.Yes, this year Drew and Walker have a plan. A plan for revenge. It involves two scary pumpkin heads.But something's gone wrong. Way wrong. Because the pumpkin heads are a little too scary. A little too real. With strange hissing voices. And flames shooting out of their faces...