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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! Sing along with Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile in this board book.

With wit and determination, thirteen-year-old Catherine chronicles her sometimes outrageous strategies to thwart her father’s plans to marry her off and finds “a way to make her voice hear

Lois Lowry's bestselling, Newbery Medal-winning phenomenon, presented in an irresistible, stunningly deluxe collector's edition.The Giver has become one of the most influential books of our time. Placed on countless reading lists and curricula, translated into more than forty languages, and made into a feature film, it has become a modern classic that remains as relevant today as it was when it was first published in 1993.This special collector's edition is a must-have in any fan's library, and the perfect gift for new readers to discover the dystopian world of The Giver. It's a world devoid of color and choices, where sameness rules, but twelve-year-old Jonas is different. It is not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver of Memory that he begins to understand the dark, complex secrets behind his fragile community, and question everything he has ever known.

In this funny and heartfelt slice-of-life graphic novel for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Kayla Miller, when coding whiz Zoey goes from homeschooled to new school, she develops an app to help her make friends. Will the Cool Code help Zoey fit in? Or will it completely crash her social life?In an attempt to fit in, Zoey develops an app called the Cool Code with a cute llama avatar that will tell her everything from what to say to what to wear based on pop culture algorithms she's uploaded.But when the app gives her ridiculous advice, awkwardness and hilarity ensues. With a few upgrades and a bit of debugging from the coding club, the app actually works--Zoey gets really popular . . . and gets her pulled in all kinds of directions, including away from her real friends.Life's most complicated choices. . . is there a code for that?

A poor girl in medieval England gains a name, a purpose, and a future in this “delightful” and beloved Newbery Medal-winning book. Now with a new cover! (School Library Journal, starred review)* “A tr

Peggy the hen is contented with her quiet existence and daily routine. When a powerful gust of wind sweeps her up and deposits her in the midst of a busy city, she explores her new surroundings, makes

A group of magical misfit animals learns to appreciate their seemingly useless powers—and themselves—when they work together to thwart a villain’s attempt to steal their magic.Holly, a grey squirrel, and her animal friends have accepted that they will never be wizards’ familiars. Though they are each magical, their powers are so offbeat—Holly herself can conjure pastries (and only pastries)—that no professional magic-worker would choose any of them as a companion for noble quests. So instead of going on adventures, they languish at the Shelter for Rejected Familiars, where they are known as “shelterlings.”When an old friend appears with a plan for curing the shelterlings’ defective magic, everyone is on board to help him locate and retrieve the ingredients for a powerful spell. But when they learn that his offer is not what it seems, Holly and the shelterlings must fight to defend their magic, discovering in the process that their unorthodox skills may just be what is needed to save th

《Heartbreak Boys》是一部輕鬆幽默的青春愛情小說，講述兩位男孩在失戀後展開一場假裝快樂的夏日公路之旅。傑克和奈特的前男友成了情侶，還在社群媒體上曬幸福，讓他們決定也一起打造一個看似精彩的假冒冒險旅程，證明自己沒事。但當他們與奈特的父母和妹妹擠在一台車上時，一切遠比想像中混亂。一路上，他們經歷許多笑料百出的事件，也慢慢重新認識彼此。本書探索自我接納、友情與重新愛上的可能，適合喜歡《Heartstopper》與青春喜劇的讀者。"One of the most hilarious, heart-flippingly romantic, charmingly observant writers in the game right now." --Becky Albertalli, author of Simon vs. The Homo Sapiens AgendaA road trip rom-com about heartbreak, social media hijinks, and learning to be happy with who you are, perfect for fans of Heartstopper, Becky Albertalli and Phil Stamper.When their ex-boyfriends get together and start Instagramming a disgustingly perfect summer of love, Jack and Nate decide to concoct a mutual Insta-worthy summer adventure of their own to prove they're just fine and everything's great.Of course, it's hard to have an epic summer road trip when they're stuck in a van with Nate's mid-life crisis-bound parents and his annoying younger sister. And it's been years since Jack and Nate have s

From Drew Daywalt, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Day the Crayons Quit, and illustrator Mike Lowery comes a heavily illustrated, paper-over-board middle grade novel about Sam, a noble pug who will go to any lengths to protect his family from the bad guys!Meet Sam: an insolent pug--and incidental hero--who will stop at nothing to protect his family!When scientists Elaine and Gary Peterson adopt Sam to keep their son, Justin, company in the midst of a top-secret research project, they never imagine the precocious pup will cause more harm than good. But from chewing up Elaine's hair dryer (the "brain-melting heat cannon"), to his inability to be house-trained (who could resist the "pooping rug"?), the Petersons aren't sure how much more they can take. And that's before Sam starts harassing Justin's crush (and potential new friend), Phoebe, who Sam is sure is an evil wizard out to harm Justin.But when a pair of crooks encroaches on the Peterson household in an attempt to s

Kayla Miller, the New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Click, Camp, Act, Clash, and Crunch and coauthor of the Besties series returns with a new Olive story! Olive is less than excited to be spending spring break stuck with her dad.... Will she be able to make the most of her trip, or will everything break apart?Spring break is full of possibilities…but not for Olive. This year, Olive is leaving her friends and all their exciting vacation plans behind to visit her dad at his new apartment in the city.Goober is thrilled to spend a whole week with their father and has a long list of activities for their time together. Olive, on the other hand, still remembers the hurt of their dad moving halfway across the world. She would rather spend time with her friend Bree or scrolling through her new phone to keep up with everything she’s missing back home, than catch up with him.As the week winds on, the normally easygoing Olive finds feelings of loneliness and resentment throwing her

十三歲的美因疫情封城孤身一人，卻用料理串起社區的人情與希望。這本感人小說重現武漢封城初期的真實與混亂，也描繪人與人之間的互助與堅韌。書末附上主角親自製作的食譜，讓讀者在閱讀之餘，也能重現家的味道。A New York Public Library Best Book of the YearA NCSS 2023 Notable Social Studies Trade BookWhat was the pandemic of the century like at the start? This swift, gripping novel captures not only the uncertainty and panic when COVID first emerged in Wuhan, but also how a community banded together. Weaving in the tastes and sounds of the historic city, Wuhan's comforting and distinctive cuisine comes to life as the reader follows 13-year-old Mei who, through her love for cooking, makes a difference in her community. Written by an award-winning author originally from Wuhan. Grieving the death of her mother and an outcast at school, thirteen-year-old Mei finds solace in cooking and computer games. When her friend's grandmother falls ill, Mei seeks out her father, a doctor, for help, and discovers the hospital is overcrowded. As the virus spreads, Mei finds herself alone in a locked-down city try

“Leave it to Marc Majewksi to make sudden bouts of sleepiness so irresistibly fun!” —Matthew Burgess, author of Fireworks“A joyfully contagious picture book.” —Pete Oswold, NYT Bestselling Illustrator of The Bad Seed“This yawn kept me on the edge of my seat! Simply brilliant.” —Felicita Sala, author/illustrator of BoredIn this hilarious new picture book, a boy’s yawn sparks a chain reaction that sweeps through his town and across the city—before circling back home for the perfect bedtime ending.Have you ever caught a yawn?Not just any yawn—but a yawn so big that it travels far and wide?From the cozy corner of one small home, this yawn stretches out the door, down bustling streets and through parks and playgrounds, before circling back home again.Award-winning Marc Majewski has created a town-wide giggle that’s impossible to read without yawning yourself!

From theNew York Timesbest-selling creator of the Vanderbeekers series comes a triumphant tale of friendship, healing, and the power of believing in ourselves, told from the perspectives of two biracial sixth graders living in a homeless shelter.At first, June can’t believe it: their new home is ahomeless shelter?When she’s told she can’t bring her cherished viola inside, she’s convinced the worst luck in the world landed her at Huey House.But Tyrell has lived at Huey House for three years, and he knows all the good things about it: friendship, hot meals, and the music from next door drifting through the windows. With his help, June begins to see things differently. Just as she’s starting to understand how Huey House can be a home, a new government policy threatens all the residents. Can June and Tyrell work together to find a way to save Huey House as they know it?

本書是歷久彌新的聖誕經典，以紐約為舞台，描寫一位名叫 Kris Kringle 的白鬍子老人，在百貨公司擔任聖誕老人。他深信自己就是真正的 Santa Claus，也逐漸影響了城市裡的大人與孩子。當懷疑者試圖將他送上法庭，這場看似荒謬的審判，卻意外喚起人們對善意、信任與想像力的重新思考。Now available in a new paperback edition, Miracle on 34th Street is the enduring Christmas classic about a Kris Kringle working at Macy's—who might just be Santa Claus!This classic Christmas story follows white-bearded Kris Kringle as he's asked to fill in for Macy's resident Santa Claus. He—along with children from all over New York City—believes he is the real thing. As Kris begins to inspire a feeling of true Christmas generosity and joy throughout the city, among competing department stories, and one particularly special family—a few skeptics are angered and threaten to bring him to court. With the help of his new friends, the State of New York, and the official U.S. Postal Service, Kris proves that magic is all around us.Generations of believers in hope and goodwill have made Valentine Davies’s Miracle on 34th Street a treasured part of th

兩屆 Newbery Medal 得主 Lois Lowry 在《The Two Sophies》中描繪了一段跨越年齡的真摯友誼。11 歲的 Sophie 與年長鄰居 Sophie 是最好的朋友，一起喝茶、分享觀點、互相陪伴。然而，年長的 Sophie 開始出現記憶衰退，甚至被家人考慮接走。小 Sophie 決心幫助她重拾回憶，並在朋友 Ralphie 和 Oliver 的協助下，踏上一段意想不到的心靈旅程。隨著回憶的展開，她聽到關於戰爭、飢餓與愛的故事。本書文字溫柔而深刻，探討記憶、關懷與世代間的連結，適合喜愛有溫度的成長小說的讀者。From two-time Newbery medalist Lois Lowry comes this warm and resonant story of an unlikely friendship, which unfolds as a revelation on how we hold on to—and pass on—what matters most.The latest compelling work from the master storytellerWhen precocious eleven-year-old Sophie sets out to save her elderly neighbor (who is also her dearest friend), her journey will take her through their familiar suburban landscape and then, steadily yet unexpectedly, deeper into a landscape of history and shared stories.Everyone knows the two Sophies are best friends. One is in elementary school, and one is . . . well . . . in a little trouble of late. She’s elderly, sure, but she’s always been on her game, the best friend any girl stru

Smithsonian Magazine — The Ten Best Children’s Books of 2025The Washington Post — Librarians Pick the Best New Books for Kids This Fall《If You Make a Call on a Banana Phone》一封寫給「意想不到的朋友」的情誼情書這本書既傻氣又充滿智慧，充滿驚喜，非常適合喜愛 Mac Barnett、Julie Fogliano 作品的讀者。如果你拿起香蕉電話打通一通電話，你們猜猜看，電話另一頭會是誰接起來呢？你們彼此會聊些什麼呢？還是是會分享小祕密，提出好多問題？其實，真的沒有人知道會發生甚麼事情....這本超級搞怪的故事，滿載著交新朋友時，那份來自「意外」的喜悅與小小智慧。來吧，跟孩子一起拿起香蕉打通給對方吧！A love letter to making friends from unexpected places, If You Make a Call on a Banana Phone is silly, wise, and surprising--and perfect for fans of books by Mac Barnett and Julie Fogliano.If you make a call from a banana phone, who will answer? What will you talk about? Will you share secrets or ask questions? No one knows what will happen, really. This very silly story is full of the joy and wisdom that comes from making new friends from unexpected places. Go ahead, pick up a banana and make a call. You'll be glad you did. ★ "Fill up your fruit baskets, folks—this one’s a bunch of fun!" -Booklist (starre

Kayla Miller帶來暢銷圖像小說《Click》系列的全新故事！學吉他、加入童軍、參與服儀規定改革，Olive想做的事太多了！但她本就喜歡忙碌，所以沒問題的…吧？隨著生活的天秤逐漸傾斜，喘不過氣的Olive能找到平衡，及學會適時求援嗎？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 tim

【童話故事壞掉了？沒關係，交給「故事修理員」！】如果灰姑娘不想穿那雙會磨腳的玻璃鞋，怎麼辦？在童話國度裡，每一個故事都必須按照劇本上演。但是，當故事出現混亂、角色開始「罷工」時，就需要 Sasha 和 Bree 這兩位神級「故事修理員」出馬！她們擁有神奇的修理工具箱，任務是確保故事準時結束並迎來「從此過著幸福快樂的日子」。然而，這次她們遇到大麻煩了，灰姑娘仙杜瑞拉（Cinderella）竟然拒絕參加舞會？她更想去研究機械，而不是跟王子跳舞...The Investigators meet The First Cat in Space in this hilarious graphic novel. Fairy and Mouse will forever change young readers' perspectives on stepmothers, princes, and pumpkins as they help Cinderella set things right when her carriage veers off course.Every fairy tale needs a fairy. Because sometimes stories go off the rails, and this fairy knows just what to do to fix them.Actually, he doesn't . . . He makes it up as he goes along.And sometimes he needs help. A lot of help. Which is where Mouse comes in.Together, she and Fairy will make sure this tale has a happily ever after--just maybe not the one you expect.

The kids in Room 207 take advantage of their teacher's good nature until she disappears and they are faced with a substitute.The kids in Room 207 were misbehaving again. Spitballs stuck to the ceilin

In this hilarious gem from triple Caldecott winner David Wiesner, it's big sister to the rescue when a new baby is delivered to a family of robots and the adults are flummoxed by technical difficultie

Through poems and poetic prose pieces, acclaimed children's author Arnold Adoff celebrates that uniquely American form of music called the blues. In his signature “shaped speech” style, h

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

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

Multi-award winning author and poet Benjamin Alire Saenz's gorgeous teen novel, set on the American border with Mexico, about family and friendship, life and death, and one teen struggling to understa

A girl gains new perspective, skills, and friends while dealing with an unexpected challenge in this witty parable offering reassurance that while disruptions big and small are part of life, so is learning to work through them and growing in the process. For fans of What Do You Do with a Problem? and The Magical Yet.When an unanticipated what-the-what?! disrupts your day, it may knock you off track.It's a quandary, a pickle, and an obstacle, all rolled up in one.But with a plan, a push, some moving, and some doing, you can always bounce back!Find inspiration in debut author-illustrator Nicole Michels's sage and sprightly tale of triumphing over life's inevitable curveballs with grit, flexibility, and the help of friends old and new.

From two-time Newbery medalist and living legend Lois Lowry comes a moving account of the lives lost in two of WWII's most infamous events: Pearl Harbor and Hiroshima. With evocative black-and-white illustrations by SCBWI Golden Kite Award winner Kenard Pak. Lois Lowry looks back at history through a personal lens as she draws from her own memories as a child in Hawaii and Japan, as well as from historical research, in this stunning work in verse for young readers. On the Horizon tells the story of people whose lives were lost or forever altered by the twin tragedies of Pearl Harbor and Hiroshima. Based on the lives of soldiers at Pearl Harbor and civilians in Hiroshima, On the Horizon contemplates humanity and war through verse that sings with pain, truth, and the importance of bridging cultural divides. This masterful work emphasizes empathy and understanding in search of commonality and friendship, vital lessons for students as well as citizens of today's world. Kenard Pak's stunnin

Sixth-graders Rhys and Miles overcome challenges in friendship and gaming in this graphic novel told in multiple art styles and set in both the real world and inside the boys' favorite video game. A sequel to Power Up.After their victory in the Every Game Ever tournament, unstoppable video game duo and, now, IRL best friends Rhys and Miles are enjoying their last few weeks of sixth grade. Miles's successful streaming channel gives him popularity points at school. Rhys's skill in Mecha Melee attracts the attention of elite gamers from around the world. And the duo is competing to be the first ever to beat Mecha Quest 21. If life were a video game, they have definitely levelled up.But when the challenges of gaming at this level are compounded by shifting priorities, a mysterious online bully, and the academic demands of middle school, the pressure on the duo threatens to break them apart. In this graphic novel about friendship and loyalty, Rhys and Miles discover that sometimes you need

Sixth-graders Rhys and Miles overcome challenges in friendship and gaming in this graphic novel told in multiple art styles and set in both the real world and inside the boys' favorite video game. A sequel to Power Up.After their victory in the Every Game Ever tournament, unstoppable video game duo and, now, IRL best friends Rhys and Miles are enjoying their last few weeks of sixth grade. Miles's successful streaming channel gives him popularity points at school. Rhys's skill in Mecha Melee attracts the attention of elite gamers from around the world. And the duo is competing to be the first ever to beat Mecha Quest 21. If life were a video game, they have definitely levelled up.But when the challenges of gaming at this level are compounded by shifting priorities, a mysterious online bully, and the academic demands of middle school, the pressure on the duo threatens to break them apart. In this graphic novel about friendship and loyalty, Rhys and Miles discover that sometimes you need

Charlotte, a serious scientist and a bunny, uses the scientific method to solve her problem—too many brothers and sisters and not enough space.

Soothing bedtime reading, this reassuring and magical evocation of nighttime encourages imaginative exploration and marks the debut of a talented poet and illustrator picture-

Dozens of questions and riddles that have palindrome words and phrases as answers encourage youngsters to engage in thoughtful word play and provide laughter at the same time. Reissue.

An international collection of 18 nursery tales for young children, grouped by theme, such as "Runaway Cookies," "Slowpokes and Speedsters," and "Chain Tales," and brillantly illustrated with full-co

飛不起來的小鳥們，跌倒再多次也不放棄飛翔的夢。這本只有116個字的繪本，融合成長思維、幽默節奏與STEM創意，小讀者能從失敗中看見勇氣與改變的契機。插圖富有表情與動感，角色可愛鮮明，無論正在練習新技能的孩子，或是追夢的大人，都會被這股「我還可以再試一次」的力量打動。A witty and uplifting story about perseverance and hope, perfect for fans of The Magical Yet, starring three endearing flightless birds determined to get aloft. This witty and uplifting story about perseverance and hope, perfect for fans of The Magical Yet, stars three flightless birds determined to get aloft, stylishly rendered by award-winning and bestselling illustrator Scott Magoon. Three flightless friends long to feel the wind beneath their wings. So, they try, and try, and try to fly. But all they do is fall, fall, fall. Flying, it turns out, is hard. Will they give up—or get up? Celebrating resiliency, persistence, and the power of “yet,” easy-to-read text and distinctive artwork encourage and inspire readers young and old who aspire to learn a new skill, or to make a dream come true. MODELS RESILIENCY, GRIT, AND SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING SKILLS:

The 2024 New York Times / New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's BooksWho was Old MacDonald before he had a farm? A New York Times bestselling duo brings us this silly and sweet origin story about the storied farmer and his animal friends. Brilliantly illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist LeUyen Pham. There once was a man who loved his tidy home and who didn’t like animals. Then one day, a cat appeared. The man and the cat both liked napping and watching the rain and eating dinner precisely at six.Well, maybe this one animal could stay.Next came a dog . . .This bighearted and funny tale with delightful artwork from Caldecott Honor artist LeUyen Pham celebrates the joy of embracing new perspectives.

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.

Exuberant rhymes and vibrant illustrations celebrate self-acceptance and self-love in this padded board book.High on energy and imagination, this ode to self-esteem encourages kids to appreciate every

Gently encourage mindfulness and critical thinking through this playful and witty exploration of negative space.Can empty space be useful? Can it lead to new perspectives and new appreciation? Might i

A timely, accessible, and beautifully written story exploring themes of food, friendship, family and what it means to belong, featuring sixth graders Sara, a Pakistani American, and Elizabeth, a white

Zora Neale Hurston was confident, charismatic, and determined to be extraordinary. As a young woman, Hurston lived and wrote alongside such prominent authors as Langston Hughes and Alain Locke during

In this thrilling conclusion to New York Times best-selling authors Kass Morgan and Danielle Paige’s The Ravens duology, loyalty, love, and friendships are tested as sorority sisters Scarlett and Vivi