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From the New York Times bestselling World of Click, besties Beth and Chanda set sail on their third adventure. But their dream cruise is not all smooth sailing as they navigate the changing tides of friendship and sisterhood.Busy besties Beth and Chanda are all aboard for a relaxing ocean getaway! Chanda fully embraces being on "Sunshine Time." The only items on her to-do list are showing off her summer fashions, snorkeling, lounging on the beach with Beth, and sightseeing with her family--including her soon-to-be brother-in-law, Seth, and his parents. Scratch that; Chanda is so at ease that she hasn't even made a list! Beth is...less relaxed. Back home, her big sister, Lisa, is preparing to move away for college in the fall. Missing out on precious time with Lisa before she leaves has Beth feeling bluer than the ocean. Making things worse, she's anxious about seeming like a wet beach towel on this once-in-a-lifetime vacation. Can the two friends find their sea legs and ride the emotio

Beth Ferry 與 Tom Lichtenheld 再次合作，以詩意韻文與幽默畫風呈現一場冬日冒險。當第一場雪降下，孩子們的雪仗、雪橇與歡笑隨之展開，構成一幅充滿節奏與溫度的冬季畫面。文字簡潔而富律動，插圖明亮細膩，是一本能讓讀者感受到雪天魔力與友情快樂的繪本。讀來輕盈溫馨，令人會心一笑。From the New York Times bestselling creators behind Stick and Stone comes a wintry (but warmhearted) ode to the pleasures of a snowy day outside. A humorous, modern-day classic to be shared alongside other winter tales like Sneezy the Snowman and Mice Skating.One wintry morning, the snow begins and so does . . . a snowball fight! In her signature verse, Beth Ferry recounts a day spent behind snowbanks and on sleds while Tom Lichtenheld’s cinematic art delights readers with sly and snowy twists.

The Polar Express 豪華節慶版讓這段經典旅程延伸為整個12月的親子時光。套組內含精裝故事書、聖誕倒數日曆、立體桌上樹與24枚活動飾片，每天都有新的節慶任務可完成，讓家庭在準備與期待中感受聖誕的溫度。A deluxe keepsake edition of the cherished, perennial classic The Polar Express. Features an illustrated countdown calendar, pop-out Christmas tree, and twenty-four ornaments with daily activities, all packaged in a durable slipcase for families to use for years to come. For millions of readers around the world during the holiday season, reading the classic story of a boy's mysterious journey to the North Pole has become a cherished tradition. Each day during the month of December, remove an ornament from a pocket of the calendar and use it to decorate the accompanying freestanding tabletop Christmas tree. Count down the days to Christmas by completing the activity prompts written on the ornaments, such as "Write a letter to Santa," "Make hot cocoa," and "Watch The Polar Express movie." Keep the fun going and make family memories with The Polar Express all season long!Inside this

From Sydney Taylor Award winner and National Jewish Book Award honoree Laurel Snyder comes a warm, reverential, lyrical, and fresh read-aloud picture book about Hanukkah, perfect for the modern family.In a dark, dark room, one thincandlewakes, bursts to lifeThus begins the first night of Hanukkah in one child's home. But what does the light from the candle mean? What are the words everyone is singing? What will each of these eight nights hold? Family and friends, takeout dinners and flat tires, traditions new and old--it's all part of this year's timeless, timely holiday celebration.

以詩意書信串起的《Dear Acorn (Love, Oak)》，讓讀者看見自然中大小之間的細緻情感。泡泡寫信給天空，橡樹寫信給橡實，每段對話都藏著連結與關愛。Joyce Sidman的詩句溫柔而富想像，Melissa Sweet的插畫色彩層次豐富，形象鮮活，是一封封寫給自然的溫暖心意。適合親子共讀，也引導孩子思考「我與世界的關係」。Told through poetic letters, this inventive collaboration from Newbery Honor winner Joyce Sidman and two-time Caldecott Honor artist Melissa Sweet reveals the everyday conversations between "big" and "little" objects in our ecosystem. Delightful!Dear Sky, Hello! It's me, Bubble!I'm here!Someone's breathed meawake!What is it like to be little? What is it like to be big?Award-winning poet Joyce Sidman explores both in this lyrical picture book. Whether it's a small bubble writing to the enormous sky, or a mighty oak reassuring its tiny acorn, these surprising and delightful poems examine how we're all connected--in both big and small ways. Brilliantly illustrated by Caldecott artist Melissa Sweet, Dear Acorn (Love, Oak) will have readers dreaming up messages of their own to this big, beautiful world. ★ "An imaginative and

「若你親眼看見自由降臨，你會如何歌唱？」Anne Wynter 用抒情文字帶領孩子認識「六月節」——美國慶祝奴隸制度終結的節日。畫家 Jerome Pumphrey 以鮮明構圖與柔光色調，呈現歷史的沉重與希望的綻放。這本詩意繪本以簡潔卻有力的語言，頌揚歷經苦難的堅韌與喜悅，提醒每一代人：自由與尊嚴，是值得共同珍惜與慶祝的禮物。A poetic picture book introduction to Juneteenth that shows a bird’s-eye perspective of the struggles and celebration by Black Americans since the abolishment of slavery in the US, written by celebrated author Anne Wynter and illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist Jerome PumphreyOh, how you would dance! How you would sing! How would you celebrate! With lyrical text from Anne Wynter and radiant artwork from Jerome Pumphrey, this poetic picture book explains the history behind Juneteenth celebrations. So Many Years simultaneously acknowledges the history of slavery in the US as well as the astonishing Black resilience that has led to an enduring legacy of Black joy.

A beautiful new book by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld, the bestselling creators of Stick and Stone!Here's a heart-expanding story about an on-the-go inventor who makes homes for others before realizing the rewards of putting down his own roots. The Peddler of Puddles is a friendship-forward tale, perfect for fans of Bear Came Along and Strictly No Elephants.The Peddler travels the countryside making perfect puddles for all his forest friends. Puddles that delight ducks, refresh frogs, and satisfy even the thirstiest hummingbird. But being constantly on the go can be lonely, and it's not until his friends step in that the Peddler discovers the joys of a home sweet home of his own.Filled with whimsy and adorable detail, this tale is a tribute to finding a place to hang your hat.

本書由兩度紐伯瑞獎得主 Gary D. Schmidt 與兩度 PEN 文學獎得主 Ron Koertge 聯手創作，以一個夏日海灘為舞台，描寫一群孩子在同一天裡交錯的片刻人生。有人愛浪、有人怕水，有人忙著交朋友，有人只想靜靜待著。沙堡會被浪沖走，但當下的笑聲與尷尬、友情與孤單，都真實存在。作者以短篇片段串起群像，幽默中帶著溫柔觀察，讓讀者在輕快閱讀裡，看見「此刻」的珍貴與被接住的感覺。Look Both Ways meets Seedfolks in this masterful novel from two titans of kid lit that follows a diverse cast of young people whose lives intersect in surprising and hilarious ways over the course of a summer day.Here’s what’s so cool about the beach. Kids are everywhere! Kids you know, kids you want to know. Wandering from one blanket to another, from one family to another. Somebody’s mom reads a fat summer novel. Somebody’s dad snores with an iPad on his chest. Babies cry. Girls laugh. Frisbee players whoop! Kites in the perfect blue sky. Some kids bodysurf. Some don’t even like the water. They build sand cities for their friends and sand jails for the grown-ups, and when the tide comes in everything gets washed away. There’s the other world, where all kids hear is tomorrow, next week, next y

A poetic collection that celebrates the extraordinary and ordinary power of dogs of all kinds, in sly and cheerful verse from celebrated poet David Elliott. Features artwork from an all-star cast of bestselling and award-winning illustrators.Year after year you're number one! Agile! High-spirited! Obedient! Fun! You hunt. You fish. You search and find. You cheer the old. You guide the blind.In this ode to our most loyal companions, you'll meet the Labrador Retriever and sixteen other remarkable dogs. There's the Bloodhound, who has a sense of smell one thousand times better than yours or mine. And there's the Irish Wolfhound, the world's tallest dog, who was once the companion of royalty.But that's not all! You'll meet big dogs and small dogs, scruffy dogs and elegant dogs, and dogs from all around the world. Pairing engaging poems with surprising facts, Best in Show is a one-of-a-kind gift and a pawsitively perfect read-aloud for dog lovers and aspiring pet owners.Includes illustratio

With a gentle social emotional message about executive function, Curious George makes his I Can Read Comics debut in this highly visual and adventuresome romp through the neighborhood.Curious George is looking for something fun to do, so the man with the yellow hat has an idea--a scavenger hunt! George sets off at once. Find out what exciting surprise awaits George when he finds everything on his list!As George ventures from place to place he doesn't always find the items on his list on his first try. But with patience, persistence, and the help of friends and neighbors along the way, George continues on his fun search through the neighborhood.Curious George: Scavenger Hunt is a Level Two I Can Read Comic, geared for kids who are comfortable with comics and can read on their own but still need a little help.

The bestselling Vanderbeeker family finds love and hope in hard times as they face the challenge of a serious illness with the support of their Harlem community. The Vanderbeekers are looking forward to the wedding of two of their favorite people! But when one of the siblings receives a dire diagnosis, instead of preparing for a celebration, the family is suddenly spending their time at the hospital. And soon they are helping a newly-made and critically ill friend, even as they struggle with how their own lives have turned upside down.In the poignant conclusion to the bestselling Vanderbeekers series, the beloved family faces their biggest challenge yet, rising to meet it with the characteristic love, warmth, and hope that has won them a lasting home in the hearts of readers everywhere.The series includes: The Vanderbeekers of 141st StreetThe Vanderbeekers and the Hidden GardenThe Vanderbeekers to the RescueThe Vanderbeekers Lost and FoundThe Vanderbeekers Make a WishThe Vanderbeekers

From New York Times best-selling author Karina Yan Glaser comes one of Times' Notable Children's Books of 2017: “In this delightful and heartwarming throwback to the big-family novels of yesteryear, a large biracial family might lose their beloved brownstone home, but win it back with an all-out charm offensive.”#1: The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street (平裝本)#2: The Vanderbeekers and the Hidden Garden (平裝本)#3: The Vanderbeekers to the Rescue (平裝本)#4: The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found (平裝本)#5: The Vanderbeekers Make a Wish (平裝本)#6: The Vanderbeekers on the Road (平裝本)#7: The Vanderbeekers Ever After (平裝本)

Sparkling wit and heart combine in a tale of young musicians protesting budget cuts and navigating shifting friendships, clueless adults, and unexpected loss as they discover the power of speaking out and the value of listening."A brave and dazzling debut, this timely novel is a blueprint for hope." --Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medalist and bestselling author of The One and Only Ivan"Keen and clear and fiercely funny." --Linda Sue Park, Newbery Medalist and bestselling author of A Long Walk to Water"Brilliant, sharp, comic, poignant, and true." --Gary D. Schmidt, two-time Newbery Honor-winning author of The Wednesday Wars"A splendid novel filled with honesty and heart." --Karina Yan Glaser, bestselling author of the Vanderbeekers series.Fifth period is hands down the best time of day in Connor U. Eubanks Middle School, because that's when Mr. Lewis teaches Jazz Lab. So his students are devastated when their beloved teacher quits abruptly. Once they make a connection between budget cu

In this My First I Can Read!, meet best friends Big Dog and Little Dog, who stick together through thick and thin! Created by Dav Pilkey, author of Dog Man and Captain Underpants.Join Big Dog and Little Dog in their first adventure. As any good dog knows, friends who chow down together nap together--preferably in dog-pile style! With easy vocabulary, repetition, and bold illustrations, acclaimed children's book creator Dav Pilkey taps into the joys of childhood friends through his tales of two lovable dog pals. Includes activities.Big Dog and Little Dog is a My First I Can Read book with basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations ideal for sharing with your emergent reader. The first step to helping children become great readers is reading aloud to them. Books at this level have short, compelling stories and are written with simple vocabulary. Repeated phrases allow young readers to read some words along with their caregivers.

In this My First I Can Read!, best friends Big Dog and Little Dog find themselves in a particularly muddy situation! Created by Dav Pilkey, author of Dog Man and Captain Underpants.Big Dog and Little Dog go for a walk--and walk straight into a mess! The doggie duo discover that both mud patches and rain puddles make for a great outdoor adventure, and that even a bath is more fun with a friend by your side. With easy vocabulary, repetition, and bold illustrations, acclaimed children's book creator Dav Pilkey taps into the joys of childhood friends through his tales of two lovable dog pals. Includes activities.Big Dog and Little Dog Going for a Walk is a My First I Can Read book with basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations ideal for sharing with your emergent reader. The first step to helping children become great readers is reading aloud to them. Books at this level have short, compelling stories and are written with simple vocabulary. Repeated phrases allow young r

In this spine-tingling follow-up to No Place for Monsters, which Diary of a Wimpy Kid author Jeff Kinney called "wildly imaginative and totally terrifying," a group of unlikely friends must band together to protect their town from the monsters that are threatening to destroy it. The storm is coming. Who will survive?It’s been months since Levi and Kat defeated the Boojum and rescued their town’s forgotten children. But now the strangeness has started again: hundreds of creepy snowmen pop up across town and a bizarre blizzard hits the day before spring break. Being trapped in the school overnight by freak weather is bad enough. But an evil is lurking . . . one far worse than ice and wind. Worse than power outages. Even worse than being stuck with teachers and annoying classmates. Something is roaming the darkened school halls. Something . . . hungry. Now it’s up to a small group of student survivors—along with some supernatural helpers—to uncover the cold-hearted menace before it takes

A little ghost with big dreams learns to define success on his own terms in a spookily satisfying story for our times from Lenny Wen. Everything in the meadow, from hugging the trees to stargazing with friends, fills Wolfgang with joy.His ambition, though, is to become the great spirit of the Dark Castle. So Wolfgang strives to perfect his spooking skills, practicing day and night. When Wolfgang wins the honor of haunting the shadowy halls, he is very good at it...but if being a great spirit means leaving his beloved meadow behind, is it good for him?

Jacqueline Davies 曾以《Lemonade War》捕捉童年的不安與勇氣，這回她寫下的是一個「修復」的故事：不只是修理房子，也修補過往與自己。十歲的 Alice 已經習慣搬家，對她而言，「家」是短暫的停留。但這次，新家的隔壁是一棟殘破卻充滿吸引力的老宅，也住著三位不肯離去的幽靈。Alice 開始動手修復，也一步步靠近這棟房子真正的祕密。In this not-so-scary ghost story from Jacqueline Davies, bestselling author of the Lemonade War series, quirky, tool-wielding Alice Cannoli-Potchnik begins to repair the dilapidated mansion next door--only to discover the old house is home to ghosts, and they need mending, too!Home is where the heart is. But can a house have a heart of its own? Ten-year-old Alice is moving for the eleventh time.She's lived in so many houses, each more broken than the last, that home to Alice is nothing more than a place you fix and then a place you leave. After all, who needs a permanent home when you're a whiz at fixing things?But when Alice arrives at her new home, she can't take her eyes off the house next door, the stately dark house that hulked in the dimming light. The once-grand mansion, now dilapidated and condemned, bec

With stunning photos, detailed maps, and infographics, Amy Cherrix takes readers on a trip into the eye of the storm of hurricane danger zones as she chronicles a team of daring NASA scientists looking to discover the future of the hurricane forecast.Ten million Americans live in hurricane danger zones, but how do we know if or when to evacuate? We must predict both when a storm will strike and how strong it will be. A daring NASA earth science mission may have finally found a way to crack this hurricane code.Dr. Scott Braun is the principal investigator for the Hurricane and Severe Storm Sentinel mission (HS3), which flies repurposed military drone over hurricanes so that scientists can gather data. But the stakes are high and time is running out.In the first Scientists in the Field book entirely about weather, meet the NASA team on the cutting edge of meteorological field science.

狐狸笑臉迎人，其實心懷不軌，沒想到遇上的是一隻聰明又冷靜的兔子。故事以幽默語調與輕快節奏鋪陳出一場意料之外的反轉局面。圖像生動，角色表情豐富，地底兔窩細節處處藏驚喜。這本書既有經典寓言的對比智慧，也有現代繪本的節奏趣味，是閱讀時光中會讓孩子會心一笑的驚喜選擇。Anansi the Spider meets Jon Klassen in this wickedly witty debut.When a suspiciously polite fox attempts to coax his next meal out of a burrow, he is met with a clever rabbit who has been cooking up a surprise for this very moment! Careful readers may spot what is in store for fox before he does in this darkly funny cautionary tale that roots for the underbunny."Never try to outsmart a wily rabbit. Children will appreciate that Fox gets his deserved comeuppance and will giggle over this spirited tale filled with comical banter that proves a smart, brave, levelheaded individual can outwit a bully. The dynamic, witty illustrations depict wonderfully expressive characters and droll underground details; kids will have fun poring over all the amusing activities happening in the bunnies’ habitat. Readers will have a 'hole' lot of fun with this entertaining book."

In this new adventure in the New York Times bestselling series, the Vanderbeekers depart Harlem to celebrate their dad’s birthday. But their surprise road trip turns rocky when the younger kids try to keep their family from ever facing change.Our beloved Harlem family is putting the VAN in Vanderbeekers as they hit the highway to give their dad the best birthday surprise EVER! Recreating a road trip Papa never got the chance to take with his own father, the whole crew is packed and ready for a cross-country adventure.Things get off to a rocky start when the car breaks down on their way to pick up Papa. But they really veer off course when Laney discovers that Jessie and Orlando are interviewing at a college once they get to California. How can they even think about leaving New York? Wouldn’t that change their family? And how can she and her other siblings stop them?Exploring themes of leaving home, embracing change, and the lessons to be learned when we go to a new place, The Vanderbee

Hooky (Book 1-3)(graphic novel)Two twins, one prophecy, and a whole lot of hijinks. From WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes a fantastical story about twin siblings Dani and Dorian who have missed the bus to magic school and scramble to find a mentor to teach them before their parents find out. Perfect for fans of THE OKAY WITCH and the 5 Worlds series. When Dani and Dorian missed the bus to magic school, they never thought they'd wind up declared traitors to their own kind! Now, thanks to a series of mishaps, they are being chased by powerful magic families seeking the prophesied King of Witches and royals searching for missing princes. But they aren't alone. With a local troublemaker, a princess, and a teacher who can see the future on their side, they might just be able to clear their names…but can they heal their torn kingdom? Based on the beloved webcomic from WEBTOON, Hooky is in stunning print format for the first time with exclusive new content sure to

來自人氣漫畫平台 WEBTOON 的奇幻冒險故事，進入最後高潮！經歷三年的分離與王國對魔法的壓制，雙胞胎魔女丹妮與多利安，終於再次踏上旅程，與老朋友一起找回過去的真相，也尋找守護未來的力量。這是一場魔法與勇氣交織的旅程，關於選擇、成長與團結。經典故事的溫暖收尾，獻給喜愛冒險的你。The witchy middle grade adventure from the #1 digital comic platform WEBTOON comes to an epic conclusion as Dani and Dorian struggle to overcome their demons and work together for the good of their world years after they first left home. A classic good versus evil struggle plays out on an epic stage in this hilarious, heartwarming comic. Reeling from three years of anti-magic rule under the king—and three years disconnected from twin witches Dani and Dorian—Princess Monica, Nico, Damien, and Prince William know that it is now their responsibility to save the kingdom, and their friends, before darkness prevails.Determined to uncover the circumstances of Dorian’s disappearance and rescue reigning Queen of the Witches Dani from her mysterious curse, the group comes together for one final epic adventure. On a mission that takes them across the kingdom,

Sloth detective Paz is back--and she's hunting for pirate treasure in this second book in the Sloth Sleuth graphic novel series, perfect for fans of Investigators and the Bad Guys! Treasure fever has hit Winkelfuss! A recently discovered map alleges that many years earlier, Cap'n Gnawface the Meanie buried her loot somewhere on the island, but anyone tries to find it will be cursed by pirate ghosts. A "golden smudge" will appear on the cursed--and then the treasure-seeker will be ghost-napped!Certain it's just a silly story, the greedy residents go after the booty, but then they start waking up with the golden smudge . . . and mysteriously disappearing! Luckily, Paz is the one island resident who doesn't care about the treasure, and she's on the case!Can Paz find her friends--or will she be sloth-napped first? It's a slow-down showdown in the race for pirate treasure!

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard SelectionThe third book in the thrilling series about the Widdershins sisters is a spellbinding tale of sorcery, spells, and witches.It should have been a fresh start for the Widdershins, finally free from the misty gloom of Crowstone and beginning a new life. But all is not as it seems in their postcard-pretty village. Their neighbors are acting strangely, and why do they flinch at the mere mention of magic?The Widdershins sisters have their own secret: a set of enchanted nesting dolls with the power to render their user invisible. The sisters must use their wits--and their magic--if they're to break the dark hold over the village, and save one of their own . . . but have they finally met their match?A dangerous spell cast over an unsuspecting village.An enchanted painting locked in a hidden room.A desperate race against time to break the spell before it's too late . .

Ride the wind and drift east with Leaf Man in this autumnal classic by Caldecott Honor-winning author-illustrator Lois Ehlert, now available as a board book, perfect for young readers returning to school this fall.Fall has come, the wind is gusting, and Leaf Man is on the move. Is he drifting east, over the marsh and ducks and geese? Or is he heading west, above the orchards, prairie meadows, and spotted cows? No one's quite sure, but this much is certain: A Leaf Man's got to go where the wind blows. Ehlert crafts each illustration out of actual fall leaves on every spread to reveal gorgeous landscapes. This playful and whimsical book celebrates the natural world and the rich imaginative life of children.

When Rylan's best friend ditches him for the cool kids, Rylan thinks a summer spent working on a French farm will be the perfect chance to reconnect. But he doesn't count on his long-lost father showing up. This funny, touching novel is perfect for fans of Gary D. Schmidt and John David Anderson. Rylan O'Hare has been drifting apart from his best friend, Wilder, for months. Wilder's family became mega-rich when his mom invented an app that reminds people to drink water, and now he barely has time for Rylan. So when Wilder invites Rylan to join him at a summer farming program in France (all expenses paid), Rylan see it as a chance to repair the friendship. Not only that, but he'll get to learn French, milk goats, and eat lots (and lots) of cheese.But before they take off, Rylan's mom drops a bomb: His dad (whom he hasn't spoken to since he was three) lives in France, too, and he wants to meet.Between being swarmed by bees, pooped on by pigeons, and sprayed with goat milk, Rylan's great

Two stories in one graphic novel perfect for beginning readers, based on the bestselling Stick and Stone series by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld. For fans of the Narwhal and Jelly series and Pizza and Taco.Stick would go anywhere with his best friend, especially if they’re planning a picnic. But when picnics involve lemons and bees and caves, Stone’s not so sure . . . Join Stick and Stone as they go spelunking underground. Accompany them as they meet all sorts of new friends, including a big, fluffy monster! And laugh along with them in this new graphic novel series starring two best buddies who know that exploring is always more fun when you’re together. Each story has a fun activity to make you feel part of the action.

Based on the streaming series Pretzel and the Puppies on Apple TV+, this I Can Read follows the pups as they work to make sure the new Bow Wow Tower is accessible for all dogs.Welcome to Muttgomery, the nicest little city in an all-dog world, and home of Pretzel, Greta, and their five adorable Dachshund puppies: Poppy, Penny, Pedro, Puck, and Paxton. Pretzel is a peppy, playful, and always positive stay-at-home dad, and he and Greta, the mayor of Muttgomery, have a knack for encouraging their pups to follow their passions and make the world a better place! In this I Can Read book, the pups are excited to explore the newly built Bow-Wow Tower--it has binoculars so dogs can see all of Muttgomery! But the construction dogs didn't plan for pups who are too small to reach the binoculars. Luckily the Doxies are there to put their paws up and make the tower accessible to all!

Based on the streaming series Pretzel and the Puppies on Apple TV+, this I Can Read introduces the series’ puppy stars as they work together to plan a celebration for the city of Muttgomery.Welcome to Muttgomery, the nicest little city in an all-dog world, and home of Pretzel, Greta, and their five adorable Dachshund puppies: Poppy, Penny, Pedro, Puck, and Paxton. Pretzel is a peppy, playful, and always positive stay-at-home dad, and he and Greta, the mayor of Muttgomery, have a knack for encouraging their pups to follow their passions and make the world a better place! In this I Can Read book, readers are introduced to the Doxie family and their plans for a parade to celebrate their neighbors and their town.

Look for the major motion picture Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, inspired by the beloved children’s books by Bernard Waber.When the Primm family moves to New York City and into the house on East 88th Street, they are surprised to find a crocodile living in their attic. But Lyle isn’t a regular crocodile—he’s playful, and friendly, and he can sing! Read all about Lyle and the Primms’ adventures in this paperback junior novel featuring eight pages of full-color film stills

One hilarious Harlem family is on a mission to find the perfect way to celebrate their Papa's fortieth birthday while discovering more about their mysterious grandparents in this heartfelt romp and latest installment to the New York Times best-selling series, perfect for fans of the Penderwicks. It's summer on 141st Street, and the Vanderbeekers are looking forward to Papa's surprise fortieth birthday party.But then Papa must leave town to help his best friend and the Vanderbeeker children are surprised to find their maternal grandparents on their doorstep. Grandma is very critical of everything they do.Meanwhile, they find themselves learning more about their papa's father than ever before, and wishing they could have known him a bit better. Can they learn more about the grandfather they lost and come to appreciate the grandparents they still have while making sure their papa has the best birthday ever?

Did you know animals can use tools? In this fascinating book by award-winning pair Steve Jenkins and Robin Page, we learn all about what makes a tool a tool and the remarkable ways animals can use them to find food, protect their young, and more.Until 1960, when Jane Goodall observed a chimpanzee using a blade of grass to “fish” for termites, it was believed that humans were the only animal to use tools. Since her discovery, we’ve learned that many creatures use sticks, leaves, rocks, and other natural items as tools. In this latest nonfiction picture book from Caldecott Honor–winning team Steve Jenkins and Robin Page, readers learn all about what makes a tool a tool―and the remarkable ways animals that use them to interact with our world. From the tailorbird, which repurposes spider silk to stitch a leaf into its nest, to the gorilla, which uses sticks to test water depth and build bridges, these animals are intelligent, innovative, and creative.Using his signature cut paper illustra

Kayla Miller, the New York Times best-selling author-illustrator of Click, Camp, Act, and Clash, returns with a new Olive story! Olive is balancing the too-many things she wants to do with the too-few hours in the day to do them… when everything adds up, suddenly it’s crunch time!It’s no secret that Olive loves trying new things. Between taking guitar lessons, making a short film, joining Berry Scouts, and leading the charge on her school’s dress code reform, Olive has her hands full! But she enjoys being busy, so staying on track with her jam-packed schedule should be no problem… right?As weeks fly by, it gets harder and harder for Olive to find time for her activities, never mind time for herself. Will she be able to accomplish her goals, or will all her sizzle turn to fizzle?The New York Times best-selling author-illustrator Kayla Miller delivers a vibrant and timely story about the importance of balance, effort, and reaching out for help.

A wholly charming bedtime story about a child with very specific ideas on the appropriate time for sleeping, now available in a soft padded board book edition.As the day comes to an end, bedtime draws near. But the little boy in this book is quite sure it is not time for sleeping. As each piece of his evening routine is completed―helping with the dishes, playing with the dog, getting into pajamas, brushing teeth with Dad, being tucked in by Mom, and listening to a story―he becomes a little more certain: it is definitely not time for sleeping. The question is, when will it be time for sleeping? A rhythmic, cumulative text and lush twilit scenes come together to create a perfect bedtime book that will be treasured for generations to come.

From the beloved creators behind Tops and Bottoms comes a fractured fairytale about a wolf who is so good, it's bad. Will he ever fit in with his family of Big Bad Wolves? Or will he show everyone that sometimes it's best to honor who you are? Little Good Wolf does not fit in with his family. No matter what Papa Wolf and Mama Wolf try, he is always cleaning his room or even playing with piggies! They have no choice but to send him to Bad School to learn to be a big, bad wolf.But Little Good Wolf's teachers think he's hopeless, too. Wicked Stepmother cannot get him to be selfish, and Mr. Troll cannot teach him how to be rude. Will he ever be BAD enough? Or just maybe, there is a way to be a wolf while being GOOD?Populated with expertly rendered fairy tale characters and infused with delightful madcap fun, this celebration of self-acceptance is an instant crowd-pleaser.

The third book in the thrilling series about the Widdershins sisters is a spellbinding tale of sorcery, spells, and witches.A dangerous spell cast over an unsuspecting village. An enchanted painting locked in a hidden room.A desperate race against time to break the spell before it's too late . . .It should have been a fresh start for the Widdershins, finally free from the misty gloom of Crowstone and beginning a new life. But all is not as it seems in their postcard-pretty village. Their neighbors are acting strangely, and why do they flinch at the mere mention of magic?The Widdershins sisters have their own secret: a set of enchanted nesting dolls with the power to render their user invisible. The sisters must use their wits—and their magic—if they're to break the dark hold over the village, and save one of their own . . . but have they finally met their match?

In a tender tale of community and resiliency, two brothers who become refugees find hope in their bond with each other and through their connections with the people they encounter.“We were not alone,” is the refrain of this moving story that encourages empathy and acts of generosity while celebrating the power of human connection. A little boy looks to his big brother for guidance after a disaster levels their city. Together, the boys journey to a sheltering beach, where they are welcomed by fellow survivors. Absorbing the warmth of the new community, they begin to help others and to regain a steadying sense of hope. An author’s note includes information about how to help refugees.

A Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year刺蝟泰勒和臭鼬西尼是形影不離的好朋友，但泰勒想知道，除了彼此，還能交新朋友嗎？他們帶著禮物、準備好讚美，踏上尋找新朋友的旅程。結果卻不如想像中順利……這次冒險讓他們發現，友情，往往藏在最意想不到的地方。In this laugh-out-loud early chapter book with charming full-color illustrations, best-selling author Jacqueline Davies follows hedgehog Taylor and skunk Sydney as they set out on an adventure to make new friends, even through doubt and obstacles. Perfect for fans of the Mercy Watson and Owl Diaries series.Sydney and Taylor have been best friends since before they can remember. But how does one make new friends? Taylor wants to try, so Sydney does what any best friend would do: accompany him on his biggest adventure yet! When sincere compliments and gifts of friendship don't lead anywhere, Sydney and Taylor may need to look where they least expect . . .This hilarious chapter-book buddy story, illustrated with expressive full-color art, highlights the importance of friendships old and new.

Robert F. Sibert Medal winner Bugs, of all kinds, were considered to be "born of mud" and to be "beasts of the devil." Why would anyone, let alone a girl, want to study and observe them? One of the first naturalists to observe live insects directly, Maria Sibylla Merian was also one of the first to document the metamorphosis of the butterfly. In this visual nonfiction biography, richly illustrated throughout with full-color original paintings by Merian herself, the Newbery Honor-winning author Joyce Sidman paints her own picture of one of the first female entomologists and a woman who flouted convention in the pursuit of knowledge and her passion for insects. Booklist Editor's Choice Chicago Public Library Best of 2018 Kirkus Best book of 2018 2018 Bulletin Blue Ribbon Book Junior Library Guild Selection New York Public Library Top 10 Best Books of 2018