Here is an accessible and comprehensive introduction to dolphin species from all over the world; this title is the latest installment in the popular Strange and Wonderful series and a terrific STEM ch
In this humorous picture book, a girl’s desire to knit mittens leads to something even better: the warmth of friendship.How do you knit a pair of mittens? The first step is to get a sheep of course! I
Twelve-year-old Bone uses her Gift, which allows her to see the stories in everyday objects, to try to figure out why her best friend, Will Kincaid, suddenly lost his voice at age five. This supernat
The attributes of 28 different lizards are revealed in this STEM nonfiction picture book, while the story provides a subtle message encouraging children to be true to their own nature.The actions of 2
For fans of Stuart Little and Poppy, here is a middle-grade adventure in which a mouse and a shrew, lost at sea, try to navigate to their home in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Braving multiple dang
This fascinating and whimsical nonfiction picture book uses humorous comparisons and playful artwork to teach children the unusual ways that a variety of animals--from woodpeckers to snakes to bats--u
One day. . . I went to school. I came home. The end,” says our storytellera girl with a busy imagination and a thirst for adventure. The art tells a fuller tale of calamity on the way to school and an
One day in the distant future, Thor, the Norse god of thunder, is destined to battle the giant snake that threatens to devour the world. Until then, mortals of Middle Earth look to Thor and his magic
Thomas Jefferson was more than a president and patriot. He was also a planter and gardener who loved to watch things groweverything from plants and crops to even his brand-new nation. As minister to F
Bobbie’s room is full of stuff?SO full, that it’s hard for her and her ?best cousin,” Joanie, to find space to play. When Bobbie’s mom gives her a two?week deadline to clear out the clutter, Bobbie ha
Twelve-year-old Rory and her little sister, Violet are, at least, living together in the Catholic Foundling Hospital in New York City. But in 1904 the hospital begins to send orphans to the Arizona Te
The second book in the “Secrets of the Ancient Gods” series takes young readers to the ancient Greek underworld, where Hades, god of the dead, offers a personal tour of his dark realm. Sites include t
The Great Big Green is both a lyrical ode to the earth and a riddle for children to solve, combined in an irresistible read-aloud. What is the Thing exactly? It is green—great and gorgeous green, real
When Babe Didrikson Zaharias set herself a goal, she was bound to achieve it. From a very young age, she was determined to become the greatest woman athlete of the twentieth century. Through her world
Abandoned by his mentally ill mother, thirteen-year-old Heck tries to survive on his own as his mind bounces between the superhero character he imagines himself to be and the harsh reality of his life
Spending the holidays with those you love best is what Christmas is all about. This is what a little girl learns as she travels with her mother to join her grandmother in an Appalachian coal mining to
Ginger the Halloween witch has a big Christmas wish—a visit from Santa Claus. But Santa doesn’t believe in witches—until Ginger’s letter to him magically appears on his desk!Ginger spends a lot of her
The true life stories of six little-known fierce ancient warrior queens are told with humour and vivid detail by an award-winning writer. For young readers seeking to be inspired by stories of strong
This exuberant picture book demonstrates key math concepts to children as ten math-loving chicks make a new friend.As the Arithmechicks slide down the slide, swing on the swings, and play hide-and-see
Discover the secret behaviors of a notoriously stinky mammal--the skunk--by following a family as the kits grow from infancy to adulthood.The celebrated Secret Life series continues with a determined
For any child who has trouble going to sleep, here is a funny, imaginative, and ultimately empowering bedtime book about a girl who takes control of her nightmare and shows a group of monsters that sh
In this unique, fast-paced twist on the time-travel genre and the first book in a trilogy, sixteen-year-old Alex is a Spinner--one of a rare few who can rewind time to review past events. Alex's socie
In this supernatural historical mystery, twelve-year-old Bone possesses a Gift that allows her to see the stories in everyday objects. When she receives a note that says her mother's Gift killed her,
April Pulley Sayre’s wry, quirky storytelling tone shines from the warning on the first page (This is a S-L-O-W book. Do not read it while surfing, water skiing, or running to escape giant weasels.”)
From the tiny elf owl that weighs less than two ounces to the Eurasian eagle owl that can have a wing span of over five feet, author Laurence Pringle’sOWLS! Strange and Wonderful provides clear, infor
Ten-year-old Celie’s grandmother has moved in with her family, and Granny’s forgetfulness is starting to worry Celie. In the meantime, she can tell her parents are keeping secrets, but she can’t talk
This companion to This Orq. (He Cave Boy.) pits Orq and Woma against a couple of stone-age bullies. Dorq is big, strong, and mean . . . and his pet, Caba, is even worse. But when Caba smashes a giant
In 1926, droves of Americans traveled by train across the United States to visit the West. They ate at Harvey Houses, where thousands of well?trained waitresses provided first?class service. The Waitr
A tractor is more than a piece of farm machinery. It’s farmer’s partner that helps him get the hard work done. This dynamic picture book shows a big tractor from spring to harvest?planting, cultivatin
Every inventor has to start somewhere, and one of the greatest innovators in our history was no exception. Ben Franklin developed his first invention while doing what he loved best: swimming! Ben's Bi
What’s the problem with not being scared of monsters? Well, they think you’re one of them! And then they’re too friendly, ALL the time. Suddenly it's hard to get out of bed in the morning, things get
Friends/enemies (“frenemies”) Maddie and Jasmine could not be more different from each other. Maddie grew up in affluent suburbia; Jasmine just moved to a trailer park by way of Brooklyn. Yet each hop
Nibbles, Sweet Pea, and Clean Bean are little piglets with a big quest. They want to determine, for once and for all, who is the biggest? It’ll take their sneaking into the garden, devouring all the v
The creators of Sharks! Strange and Wonderful introduce a variety of whales and describe the efforts to save these magnificent mammals from extinction--the largest mammals on Earth.
At the animal clinic in Mitchell, South Dakota, there is one veterinarian--Dr. Mike Patrick. He works day and night taking care of animals both large and small. But he has some special assistants to m
A boy hears the ringing of a hammer in the evening air. He follows the sound to the blacksmith shop where the fiery forge makes it a warm place on a winter's night. The boy watches as his father pound
This book about a child's simple faith is one that children will long remember--and adults will love to share.When Wanda discovers a thornbush growing in the empty lot at the corner of Fillmore and Hu
This delightful collection of humorous verse celebrates the little monster that lurks within every good child. From the silliest of sillies to the gleefully bizarre, monster children and their familie
Halloween is full of surprises. Old Armadillo hears the distant sound of laugher and voices as children scamper from house to house. He sets jack-o'-lanterns on the edges of the flagstones. Inside his
A boy takes charge to help his beloved salamanders. Evan can hardly wait for Big Night. During the first warm night rain of spring—Big Night—spotted salamanders by the hundreds crawl out of the woods
