Return to the prehistoric era and discover a host of creatures both novel and familiar, from the mysterious trilobite to the famed T. rex.Care to meet a dunkleosteus? An apatosaurus? How about the dra
Celebrated poet and anthologist Paul B. Janeczko pairs with Caldecott Honoree Melissa Sweet for a collection of short poems to sample and savor. It only takes a few words, if they’re the right words,
Strap in for a rousing, rumbling ode to trucks of all stripes, loaded with high-energy verse and whimsical illustrations. Trucks and MORE trucks!Open-door trucks!Heavy-load trucks!Shake-the-road truck
An eye-opening look at the life and legacy of Jackie Robinson, the man who broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball and became an American hero.Baseball, basketball, football — no matter the g
Who are you, if you can’t be what you always expected? A moving coming-of-age tale of prodigy and community, unlikely friendship and growing things.Twelve-year-old Rose Brutigan has grown seven inches
Haunting and intensely romantic, Liz Kessler’s latest novel features a teen girl for whom falling in love could mean losing her heart — and maybe her life.When her family moves after a rough year, Eri
Just try to resist this comical — and infectious — cautionary fable that will have even bedtime-avoiders gladly snuggling up for a nightly challenge.A yawn can land you in your pj’s and under the cove
Poor Louie! Life is perfect for this pup until Mom’s belly starts getting bigger. . . . A funny and touching tale for big siblings from the illustrator of the Bink and Gollie series.Louie’s life is gr
In a courageous debut novel, Holly M. McGhee explores the loss that shakes one girl’s world — and the unexpected consequences of the things we do for love.Sussy and Guy are best friends, fourth-grader
Two siblings have a falling-out and make up again in spectacular style in a warm, witty story with sure appeal for little monsters everywhere.Once there was just Natalie. And then there was Alphonse,
"Rich in mysteries, enlivened by surprises, and suffused with suspense. It is so beautifully wrought, it reminds us why we love to read, and there can be no higher praise." —Booklist (starre
Louie and Ralphie Ratso are no softies! Readers are sure to chuckle as the determined Ratso brothers’ plans to act tough go hilariously awry.Louie and Ralphie Ratso’s dad, Big Lou, always says that th
Strange and spooky things are happening down on the farm, and Farmer Greg knows exactly who to call — Ghost-hunters! A specialist team of three little ghost-hunting pigs equipped with the latest gadge
A child-friendly story about the trials and triumphs of starting over in a new place while keeping family and traditions close.When Hee Jun’s family moves from Korea to West Virginia, he struggles to
CLANG! CLANG! TOOTLEY-TOOO! The impossibly cute bears are back — and this time they have musical instruments at the ready.The little bears pick up their instruments and play a noisy song. They don’t c
When a blizzard traps a family outside in a whiteout, a cattle dog devises a stunning rescue in a moving, suspenseful, and gorgeously illustrated story.A family—a mother, a father, and their ten-year-
From the creator of Little Owl Lost and Oh No, George! comes a funny, strikingly illustrated story of best-laid plans — and the secret to attracting the birdie.Four friends creep through the woods, an
In a tale steeped in action, romance, and the gaslit intrigue of Victorian London, Mary Quinn’s detective skills are pitted against a cunning and desperate opponent.Mary Quinn has a lot on her mind. J
As the powerless and the powerful clash, allies and enemies are not always who they seem to be in this dynamic sequel to the dystopian novel Freakling.Having used his unique connection with the Heart
Revered author Michael Morpurgo evokes the post-war Britain of his childhood in this unflinching and deeply poignant tale of the physical and mental scars of war.From a young age, Michael was both fas
Beloved author-illustrator Shirley Hughes portrays the life of a young housemaid in 1911 England as she stumbles and scrabbles toward her true place in life.Daisy Dobbs has a mother and little twin br
In an exquisitely chilling debut novel, four children unravel the mystery of a family curse — and a ghostly creature known in folklore as Long Lankin.When Cora and her younger sister, Mimi, are sent t
Celebrated poet and anthologist Paul B. Janeczko pairs with Caldecott Honoree Melissa Sweet for a collection of short poems to sample and savor. It only takes a few words, if they’re the right words,
Abracadabra! Kalamazoo! Rocky and Judy astound and amaze in the Greatest Backyard Magic Show on Earth!Rocky is perfecting the tricks for his magic show when Judy Moody offers to be his assistant. Rock
Going to her grandmother's house for a first sleep-away visit, Amy enjoys a wonderful shared day before missing her mother, baby brother and dog at night and assuaging her homesickness with three obje
Monty tries to master a magic kit — and finds some real-life situations tricky — in this spot-on story about an endearing, utterly relatable first-grader.First grade is almost over, and Monty will soo
A twelve-year-old Indian immigrant in New York City and a Kentucky coal miner's son become pen pals, and eventually best friends, through a series of revealing letters exploring such topics as environ
Rhyming read-aloud text and atmospheric illustrations tell a satisfying tale of a family stranded in a flood — and a reliable old tractor to the rescue.Farmer John’s tractor lies locked in the shed,ru
Kids will delight in this witty story of mistaken identity from acclaimed author-illustrator Petr Horacek.Peter and Paul are puffins and the best of friends. But one day Peter gets lost in a terrible
Just try to resist this comical — and infectious — cautionary fable that will have even bedtime-avoiders gladly snuggling up for a nightly challenge.A yawn can land you in your pj’s and under the cove
Prepare for a hell of a ride as Cynthia Leitich Smith calls on characters from her previous novels - and conjures up new ones - for a climactic showdown.When "slipped" angel Zachary and his werewolf p
Monty tries to master a magic kit — and finds some real-life situations tricky — in this spot-on story about an endearing, utterly relatable first-grader.First grade is almost over, and Monty will soo
Prepare for a hell of a ride as Cynthia Leitich Smith calls on characters from her previous novels - and conjures up new ones - for a climactic showdown.When "slipped" angel Zachary and his werewolf p
A deeply affecting tale of love, loss, and remembrance-- told in clear-eyed prose by a top journalist and illustrated by a renowned American painter.Sammy, the best hound dog in the whole wide world,
A child’s excitement about going to the county fair is carried along by bouncy, rhyming narration and breezy illustrations.It’s opening day at Derry Fair, and young Dinny Brown can’t wait to see the c
A gripping portrait of a teen’s struggles through grief and abuse - and the miraculous power of animals to heal us.After her veterinarian dad dies, sixteen-year-old Iris Wight must leave her beloved M
The creators of Always offer a celebration of a growing child’s accomplishments— and a reassurance that Mom will always be there.Children love the idea of growing up and doing things on their own. It’
Dressed up as a queen, a little girl has some endearing and funny audiences with two most obliging subjects — her mother and father.When Rose wakes up one morning feeling royal, she dons her necklac
Kids go crazy for Maisy’s lift-the-flap books!Maisy mavens will love exploring their favorite mouse’s house, looking for Maisy and her friends, and searching for the elusive Panda in this fun, interac
Kids go crazy for Maisy’s lift-the-flap books!Maisy mavens will love exploring their favorite mouse’s house, looking for Maisy and her friends, and searching for the elusive Panda in this fun, interac
