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Erin Hunter's #1 bestselling Warriors series continues! Discover more epic adventure in this fifth book in the Starless Clan arc.Frostpaw has returned to the lake just in time to reveal all she knows at the Gathering--but the Clans are reluctant to believe an apprentice who's already admitted to lying about her visions in the past, and she is forced to take refuge in ShadowClan as Splashtail seizes control of her home. While the other Clan leaders debate whether to interfere any further in RiverClan affairs, Nightheart has his paws full teaching Clan ways to the two park cats who followed him home, and Sunbeam's efforts to fit in as the newest member of ThunderClan are hampered by her concerns for her mother, who is paying for her treachery with exile and illness.As Berryheart's schemes take an alarming new turn--and Splashtail's ambitions turn toward violence--a few cats' efforts may not be enough to preserve the peace.

Meet four magical friends who control the seasons in this irresistible new series from author-illustrator Jo Lindley. Say hello to the Little Seasons! After a whole year of waiting, it's finally Spring's turn to wear the Weather Crown and create her own special season. Her friends can all remember how beautiful spring was last time.But this time, as Winter places the crown on her head, Spring starts to feel anxious. Can her friends help by showing her that not everything has to be perfect? Meet four magical friends who control the seasons in this irresistible new series from debut author-illustrator Jo Lindley. Each title centres on a different seasonal character and gently explores key social and emotional themes, such as anxiety, self-belief and resilience. Set in an enchanting natural world that readers will love to return to again and again! With a sparkling foil finish! Coming soon: Hello Autumn, Hello Summer, Hello Winter

The Cool Bean faces the super slide in this Level Two I Can Read by the #1 New York Times bestselling duo Jory John and Pete Oswald!It's a perfect day at the community pool for a swim. The cool beans are the best swimmers in town. Check out how they dive! Look at how they cannonball! Watch how they backflip! YOW!As for the Cool Bean, the shallow side of the pool is the only side of the pool he treads water on. Until one day, the Cool Bean sees the super slide and finds the courage to finally ride the slide...or does he? Find out in this splashy story about taking chances, trying new things, and leaning on your friends.The Cool Bean Makes a Splash is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.

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Cute, colorful, and very lively kittens star in this Level One Pinkalicious I Can Read. Pinkalicious and Peter get a big surprise when their foster cat has kittens! Caring for six rambunctious kittens is a huge challenge. Will Pinkalicious and Peter be able to convince Mommy and Daddy to let them keep them?Pinkalicious: Kittens! Kittens! Kittens! is a Level One I Can Read which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.Readers can watch Pinkalicious and Peter on the funtastic PBS Kids TV series Pinkalicious & Peterrific!

Part The Hazel Wood, part Stranger Things, this spine-tingling, genre-bending novel from Elizabeth Byrne will leave readers breathless as they follow a group of teens who face catastrophic consequences after their friend gets bitten by the town's most feared creature.Anna Kellogg has always felt different. Growing up in Hartwood, New Jersey--where frequent disappearances are attributed to an urban-legend-like beast that dwells in the walled-in swamp at the center of town--can have that effect on people. But for Anna, it's more than that. Since she was a child, she's been plagued by episodes where she sees things others can't see. Feeling different is one thing, but actually being different is another. If it weren't for her best friend, Olivia, Anna's not sure where she'd fit in.But any hopes of having a normal senior year come to a halt when Olivia is attacked in the woods, bitten, and left for dead by a whirling cyclone of claws, fur, and teeth. Though Olivia survives, a sinister enti

From acclaimed creators Jessica Young and Chelsea O'Byrne comes a heartening picture book about evolving families and enduring love.Two parents, one me. Are we still a family?Living in two homes can be a big adjustment, but it can also present opportunities for growth. Jessica Young's poignant story and Chelsea O'Byrne's tender illustrations offer gentle reassurance to kids navigating separation or divorce and remind us that while families change, love is constant.

"It's all here: the grade school Walt Disney and Dr. Seuss; the adolescent acid trips; the fondness for Post-it notes and flying saucers; the long tails of Dubuffet and Burroughs; the encounters with Madonna, Warhol, and one game-changer of a subway Johnny Walker Red poster. Brad Gooch takes us deep into Keith Haring's imagination while somehow managing to fix the aura and energy of the 1980s New York art scene to the page. A keen-eyed, beautifully written biography, atmospheric, exuberant, and as radiant as they come."--Stacy Schiff, Pulitzer Prize winning author of The Revolutionary: Sam AdamsA stunning life of the iconic American artist, Keith Haring, by the acclaimed biographer Brad Gooch.In the 1980s, the subways of New York City were covered with art. In the stations, black matte sheets were pasted over outdated ads, and unsigned chalk drawings often popped up on these blank spaces. These temporary chalk drawings numbered in the thousands and became synonymous with a city as dive

OLD books get NEW doodles - it's the classics as you've never seen them before!A hilarious new series that brings the classics to life with illustrations by Jack Noel. Perfect for 7-9 year olds and fans of Tom Gates, Wimpy Kid and Dav Pilkey. And PIRATES.Get your HOOKS into the one and only original pirate adventure!Jim Hawkins spends his life helping out at his mum's boring old inn by the sea, wishing he could sail away and have adventures. But when an old sea captain turns up with a secret, it's the start of a bigger adventure than Jim could ever have imagined - soon he's on a ship on the trail of buried treasure, accompanied by a suspicious sailor named Long John Silver ... Will Jim escape the pirates? Or will he walk the plank?Climb aboard with Jim, a chatty parrot and a bunch of crazy pirates for a hilarious adventure across the seven seas.Look out for more COMIC CLASSICS: GREAT EXPECTATIONS: Join Pip in a rip-roaring story of family secrets, scary grannies and a REALLY annoying b

OLD books get NEW doodles - it's the classics as you've never seen them before!A hilarious new series that brings the classics to life with illustrations by Jack Noel. Perfect for 7 - 9 year olds and fans of Tom Gates, Wimpy Kid and Dav Pilkey. And SHERLOCK HOLMES!Solve a SPOOKY MYSTERY with Holmes and Watson ... but BEWARE OF THE DOG!The world's most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, and his best buddy, John Watson, face their most curious case yet, when they investigate the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville. Could it be linked to the ghostly hound that has haunted the family for centuries?A thrilling tale of mystery, murder and things that go woof in the night.Look out for more COMIC CLASSICS: TREASURE ISLANDClimb aboard with Jim Hawkins, a chatty parrot and a bunch of crazy pirates for a hilarious adventure across the seven seas.GREAT EXPECTATIONSJoin Pip in a rip-roaring story of family secrets, scary grannies and a REALLY annoying big sister.

The first in a magical new middle grade series from a rising star author, perfect for fans of Kiran Millwood Hargrave and Michelle Harrison. Inspired by The Arabian Nights. The Sahar Peninsula lies just beyond the horizon, but it isn't the easiest place to get to. No maps will take you there, nor can it be charted by gazing up at the stars, or down at a compass... Twelve year old Amira has only ever known a life at sea with her sea-witch mothers. So when their ship is wrecked in a great storm, Amira is delighted to have an opportunity to explore land - accompanied by her best friend Namur - a jinn in cat form. Amira soon finds a boy who has a jinn like her, and learns that their spirit companions are connected to the mysterious storm that gets stronger each day.When Namur goes missing Amira discovers she has to visit a magical place; a place where lost things can be found. But will Amira also discover her own destiny, and find out what it truly means to be a Moonchild?Go on more magica

由獲獎暢銷作家Tahereh Mafi（《Shatter Me》系列作者）帶來備受期待的《This Woven Kingdom》系列第三部《All This Twisted Glory》。作為失散多年的Jinn王位繼承人，Alizeh終於找到了她的族人，也可能找到了屬於她的王冠。Tulan那變幻莫測的統治者Cyrus向她提出一個扭曲的交換條件：以他們的婚姻為開端，最終以他的被殺結束。Cyrus那充滿血腥的過往早已聲名狼藉，世人皆知。殺了他應該很容易，而接受他的提議，或許是Alizeh完成命運、拯救族人的唯一途徑。但隨著她對Cyrus了解越深，也愈發懷疑那些可怕傳言是否真實。秘密交織下，Cyrus自從幾個月前Alizeh初次出現在他的夢中起，就一直為她鍾情。可當他知道那些夢境其實是惡魔植入，他幾乎無法直視她，更別說忍受她的存在。儘管雙方都極力抗拒彼此，Alizeh和Cyrus卻一次又一次被那種吞噬一切的渴望拉近，深怕這份慾望將帶來毀滅。同時，Kamran王子來到了Tulan，準備展開復仇……From the award-winning and bestselling author of Shatter Me comes All This Twisted Glory, the highly anticipated third novel in the Persian inspired mythology This Woven Kingdom seriesAs the long-lost heir to the Jinn throne, Alizeh has finally found her people—and she might’ve found her crown. Cyrus, the mercurial ruler of Tulan, has offered her his kingdom in a twisted exchange: one that would begin with their marriage and end with his murder.Cyrus’s dark reputation precedes him; all the world knows of his blood-soaked past. Killing him shou

A thrilling new arc in Erin Hunter's bestselling Bravelands series! Set in the African highlands and told from three different animals' points of view, this is a perfect adventure for dedicated fans and readers new to the Bravelands world.Echo, a water buffalo, is chosen by the Great Spirit to lead after a horrific accident--but can't command the respect of any of his herd. Stride the cheetah is keeping secrets from his coalition that could get him killed for disloyalty. And Tailgrabber, a young hyena, is desperate to find peace between her clan and the lions of Noblepride--even though it marks a betrayal of the hyenas' longstanding allegiance to the Great Devourer.As the structures that once guided their lives begin to crumble, can each of these three unlikely allies hold their own against the coming storm?Full of epic adventure and thrilling intrigue, this adventure will thrill readers who love the Spirit Animals and Wings of Fire series, as well as the legion of dedicated fans who'v

Let's read comics! I Can Read Comics is an early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.Blink and Block are back in another STEM-inspired I Can Read Comic by author-illustrator Vicky Fang!Blink is silly and Block is logical, and they're best when they're working together! Whether they're searching for treasure, playing pretend, or learning to compromise, Blink's imagination and Block's clever ideas turn any ordinary day into the most fun ever. This time, the pair find a pile of boxes perfect for making a fort. But when the friendly competition starts heating up, will they be able to find a middle ground?Friendbots: Blink and Block Build a Fort 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 Fix-Its: Nail Needs Help is the latest in I Can Read Comics, an early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers. Meet Nail and Hammer, two pals in this STEM-focused story by author-illustrator Sarah Lynne Reul. When Nail gets stuck, Hammer is ready to lend a helping hand. But will Hammer's hard-headedness make things worse? The Fix-Its: Nail Needs Help is a Level Two I Can Read Comic, an engaging story for children starting to read on their own.

For fans of Richard Osman and Anthony Horowitz, a fiendishly fun locked room murder mystery from the author of Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone —this time set on a train full of mystery writers, agents, editors, and fans.When the Australian Mystery Writers’ Society invited me to their crime-writing festival aboard the Ghan, the famous train between Darwin and Adelaide, I was hoping for some inspiration for my second book. Fiction, this time: I needed a break from real people killing each other. Obviously, that didn’t pan out.The program is a who’s who of crime writing royalty:the debut writer (me!)the forensic science writerthe blockbuster writerthe legal thriller writerthe literary writerthe psychological suspense writerBut when one of us is murdered, the remaining authors quickly turn into five detectives. Together, we should know how to solve a crime.Of course, we should also know how to commit one.How can you find a killer when all the suspects know how to get away with mur

Beloved I Can Read character Little Critter is making his first-ever appearance in I Can Read Comics! This lively, funny reader is filled with sound effects, panels, and speech balloons--the perfect introduction to young graphic novel storytelling.There's a surprise at Grandma and Grandpa's farm--six lively chicks! When the chicks get loose, Little Critter comes up with a plan to get them back!Full of Mercer Mayer's signature humor and beloved familiar characters, Little Critter: Tricky Chickies is a Level One I Can Read Comic, which means it's perfect for shared reading with young readers new to visual storytelling.

Celebrate James Baldwin's 100th birthday anniversary with the first-ever picture book biography of this legendary writer, orator, activity, and intellectual.Before he became a legendary writer, James "Jimmy" Baldwin was a young boy from Harlem, New York, who loved stories. He found joy in the rhythm of music, family, and books.But Jimmy also found the blues, as a Black man living in America.When he discovered the written word, he discovered true power. Writing gave him a voice. And that voice opened the world to Jimmy. From the publication of the groundbreaking collection of essays The Fire Next Time to his passionate demonstrations during the civil rights movement, Jimmy used his voice fearlessly.Michelle Meadows, author of Brave Ballerina and Flying High, introduces young readers to the great American novelist, essayist, poet, playwright, orator, and artist James Baldwin who, with the fire of his pen, dared a nation to dream of a more equitable world filled with love. Brought to life

From New York Times bestselling Joanna Ho, of Eyes that Kiss in the Corners, and award-winning educator Liz Kleinrock, comes a powerful companion picture book about adoption and family. A young girl who is a transracial adoptee learns to love her Asian eyes and finds familial connection and meaning through them, even though they look different from her parents'.Her family bond is deep and their connection is filled with love. She wonders about her birth mom, and comes to appreciate both her birth culture and her adopted family's culture, for even though they may seem very different, they are both a part of her, and that is what makes her beautiful. She learns to appreciate the differences in her family and celebrate them.An Amazon Best Book of the Month for January 2024!

From the author of the New York Times bestselling Wild Rescuers series comes Rescue Tails by YouTuber StacyPlays, a thrilling new adventure series about Stacy and her special wolves, with illustrations on every page!Stacy and her intelligent pack of wolves live in harmony together in a forest cave. But when their friend Milo the bat brings news that a baby ocelot is in danger and needs to be returned to its family, Stacy and Basil must hurry to the jungle biome in order to save the day!After tracking the lost ocelot, they discover it's trapped in a long-lost tower that's full of obstacles, traps, and dangerous creatures. Will Stacy and her wolf Basil rescue the ocelot before it's too late? Rescue Tails: The Treacherous Tower is the first book in an all-new Minecraft-inspired adventure series from StacyPlays, the New York Times bestselling author and YouTube sensation with more than 2.3 million subscribers!

Beak & Ally (Book 1-4)(graphic novel)An outgoing bird is determined to befriend a reluctant alligator. Beak & Ally is a new early reader graphic novel series perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly.

When noisy neighbors move in for the winter, will Beak & Ally ever find peace and quiet? Find out in Beak & Ally: Snow Birds, the latest in this Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Award-winning series from cartoonist Norm Feuti!Winter is coming! Beak loves the snow, but his hopes are dashed when Ally informs him the swamp stays warm year-round and not much changes. As a matter of fact, the only big change is that it gets a lot more crowded! Beak soon discovers what Ally means when the snow birds arrive . . . Hawaiian shirt-wearing, music-jamming new neighbors who have flown south for the winter.At first, Beak is thrilled when they decide to spend their vacation in his tree--he loves to party! But when the noise gets louder and louder, it's time for Beak and Ally to take action. Confronting new friends can be hard, but anything is possible when you have your best friend by your side to help.

"A grieving teen fights Asian hate by finding her voice in this complex, timely story." --Kirkus (starred review)"With a layered, sensitive voice, Ho's weighty novel delves into themes of racism, classism, loss, and healing." --Publishers Weekly (starred review)"Inspired by the recent rise in hate crimes against AAPI, Ho's story of inclusion, diversity, and social action rings true. Maybelline is a multifaceted narrator whose drive to right wrongs and stand up to injustice deserves applause. Ho illuminates both activism and mental health in marginalized communities, showing that even a bright, young achiever can experience depression without anyone knowing."--Booklist"A powerful, hopeful YA debut. May's journey through personal and familial grief is poignant and questions of power and privilege are explored with nuance that will spark conversation among teen readers." --School Library Journal"This sensitive novel does an impressive balancing act, examining mental illness and its stigma

Instant #1 New York Times bestseller! A stunning romantasy full of explosive magic, searing romance, and heartbreaking betrayal, this breathtaking sequel to This Woven Kingdom is from the award-winning and bestselling author of the Shatter Me series and is perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Leigh Bardugo, and Sabaa Tahir.With the heat of a kiss, the walls between Alizeh, the long-lost heir to an ancient Jinn kingdom, and Kamran, the crown prince of the Ardunian empire, have crumbled. And so have both of their lives.Alizeh, the heir to the Jinn throne, is destined to free her people from the half-lives they’ve been forced to live under human rule. When Kamran, the heir to the human throne, falls in love with her, he’s forced to question everything he’s been taught about Jinn.Kamran’s grandfather lays dead at the hand of Cyrus, ruler of the neighboring kingdom of Tulan. Cyrus has stolen Alizeh away to his homeland and plans to marry her there, giving her everything she needs to become th

Discover both the past and present day's fight to vote with Quetta Little as she learns the power of casting your vote in this ideal picture book from acclaimed author Leah Henderson and illustrator Keisha Morris. The perfect companion for any young reader during election year!It's Election Day, and Quetta, her mother, and her grandmother embark on their journey to cast their vote. Trekking through their vibrant neighborhood, they meet obstacle after obstacle before--and after--reaching their voting station.Unwilling to give up, Quetta's mother and grandmother teach her about the importance of voting and those who fought for their right--and Quetta comes to discover the power of raising her voice.With warm illustrations, engaging text, and insightful timeline, Your Voice, Your Vote will inspire readers to embrace this civic duty in the face of today's continued fight for voting rights.

"Christensen is a forceful writer whose . . . prose is visceral and poetic. . . . She is a portrait artist, drawing in miniature, capturing the light within."--San Francisco ChronicleFrom the PEN-Faulkner Award-winning author of The Great Man comes a novel about grief, love, growing older, and the complications of family that is the story of a fifty-something woman who goes home--reluctantly--to Maine after the death of her mother.Can you ever truly go home again?An environmental journalist in Washington, DC, Rachel has shunned her New England working-class family for years. Divorced and childless in her middle age, she's a true independent spirit with the pain and experience to prove it. Coping with challenges large and small, she thinks her life is in free fall-until she's summoned home to deal with the aftermath of her mother's death.Then things really fall apart.Surrounded by a cast of sometimes comic, sometimes heartbreakingly serious characters--an arriviste sister, an alcoholic

Adiba Jaigirdar, author of one of Time's Best YA books of all time, gives Titanic an Ocean's 8 makeover in this nail-biting heist set onboard the infamous ship. Josefa is an unapologetic and charismatic thief, who loves the thrill of the chase. She has her eye on her biggest mark yet--the RMS Titanic, the most luxurious ship in the world. But she isn't interested in stealing from wealthy first-class passengers onboard. No, she's out for the ultimate prize: the Rubiyat, a one of a kind book encrusted with gems that's worth millions.Josefa can't score it alone, so she enlists a team of girls with unique talents: Hinnah, a daring acrobat and contortionist; Violet, an actress and expert dissembler; and Emilie, an artist who can replicate any drawing by hand.They couldn't be more different and yet they have one very important thing in common: their lives depend on breaking into the vault and capturing the Rubiyat. But careless mistakes, old grudges, and new romance threaten to jeopardize ev

#1 New York Times bestselling author of The Selection series Kiera Cass is back with her most epic novel yet--a sweeping enemies-to-lovers standalone romance."Love has a sound. It sounds like a thousand heartbeats happening at the same time." Princess Annika has lived a life of comfort--but no amount of luxuries can change the fact that her life isn't her own to control. The king, once her loving father, has gone cold, and Annika will soon be forced into a loveless marriage for political gain.Miles away, small comforts are few and far between for Lennox. He has devoted his life to the Dahrainian army, hoping to one day help them reclaim the throne that was stolen from them. For Lennox, the idea of love is merely a distraction--nothing will stand in the way of fighting for his people.But when love, against all odds, finds them both, they are bound by its call. They can't possibly be together--but the irresistible thrum of a thousand heartbeats won't let them stay apart. Kiera Cass bring

Beloved bestselling author Mitch Albom returns with a powerful novel that moves from a small village in Greece during the Holocaust, to America, where the intertwined lives of three survivors are forever changed by the perils of deception and the grace of redemption.Eleven-year-old Nico Crispi never told a lie. When the Nazi's invade his home in Salonika, Greece, the trustworthy boy is discovered by a German officer, who offers him a chance to save his family. All Nico has to do is convince his fellow Jewish residents to board trains heading towards "the east" where they are promised jobs and safety. Unaware that this is all a cruel ruse, the innocent boy goes to the station platform every day and reassures the passengers that the journey is safe. But when the final train is at the station, Nico sees his family being loaded into a large boxcar crowded with other neighbors. Only after it is too late does Nico discover that he helped send the people he loved--and all the others--to their

National Book Award-winning and New York Times bestselling author Robin Benway returns with a story of love, loss, and sisterhood reminiscent of I'll Give You the Sun and Every Day. Told in reverse chronological order, A Year to the Day will claim a permanent home in your heart.IT'S BEEN A YEAR--A YEAR OF MISSING NINA Leo can't remember what happened the night of the accident. All she knows is that she left the party with her older sister, Nina, and Nina's boyfriend, East. And now Nina is dead, killed by a drunk driver and leaving Leo with a hole inside her that's impossible to fill. East, who loved Nina almost as much as Leo did, is the person who seems to most understand how she feels, and the two form a friendship based on their shared grief. But as she struggles to remember what happened, Leo discovers that East remembers every detail of the accident--and he won't tell her anything about it. In fact, he refuses to talk about that night at all. As the days tumble one into the next,

A Read with Jenna Today Show Book Club Pick!Finalist for the 2020 National Book Award (Fiction)One of Barack Obama's Summer FavoritesA Best Book of the Year From: The Washington Post * Time * NPR * Elle * Esquire * Kirkus * Library Journal * The Chicago Public Library * The New York Public Library * BookPage * The Globe and Mail * EW.com * The LA Times * USA Today * InStyle * The New Yorker * AARP * Publisher's Lunch * LitHub * Book Marks * Electric Literature * Brooklyn Based * The Boston GlobeA magnetic novel about two families, strangers to each other, who are forced together on a long weekend gone terribly wrong.From the bestselling author of Rich and Pretty comes a suspenseful and provocative novel keenly attuned to the complexities of parenthood, race, and class. Leave the World Behind explores how

Explore the secrets of the Bamboo Kingdom in the fourth installment of this thrilling new series from bestselling Warriors author Erin Hunter, perfect for fans of Wings of Fire and Endling.The Bamboo Kingdom is once again safely led by guidance of a real Dragon Speaker--three Dragon Speakers, in fact!But a troubling vision from the Great Dragon warns of a "Dark Sun" coming soon. And while Rain, Leaf, and Ghost argue amongst themselves about what it means, the monkeys are hatching a plan to use this moment of uncertainty to their best advantage...Unless the pandas learn to trust each other, their biggest challenges may still lurk on the horizon...

The Burpee Bears are back in this glorious new picture book from #1 bestselling author Joe Wicks!The Burpee Bears are always ready, steady for a fun family adventure - especially at Christmas time! While they count down the days until Granny Bear visits, the little bears enjoy building a snow bear, making snow angels and going ice skating together. But on Christmas Day, there is so much snow that Granny Bear can't get to their house. It won't be a proper Christmas without her - so, with the help of their sledge, the Burpee Bears are soon ready, steady with a plan to take Christmas to Granny's house!With fabulous exercises and festive recipes, this fun and feel-good book is bursting with Joe Wicks energy and is perfect for all the family to enjoy together!Created by Joe, with the story co-written with acclaimed author Vivian French, and gloriously illustrated by stellar artist Paul Howard.

With more than 34 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In this third book of the My Weirdtastic School arc, A.J. and friends get a glimpse into the art world with expert Professor Pitt!A special guest has arrived at Ella Mentry School! Professor Pitt is the president of a local museum and has all sorts of wacky ideas about art. A.J. thinks it's all a total snoozefest...until the piece he turns in for an art assignment gets praised as a work of genius! Suddenly, Professor Pitt is introducing A.J. as the next big thing to happen to the art world. What could possibly go wrong? Perfect for reluctant readers and all kids hungry for funny school stories, Dan Gutman's hugely popular My Weird School chapter book series has something for everyone. Don't miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and his friends!

Now in paperback, this Newbery Honor– and Walter Award–winning novel in verse is a heartbreakingly hopeful story about an Indian American girl whose life is turned upside down when her mother is diagnosed with leukemia.Reha feels torn between two worlds: school, where she’s the only Indian American student, and home, with her family and their close-knit community. But Reha’s parents don’t understand why she’s conflicted—they only notice when Reha doesn’t meet their strict expectations. Reha feels especially disconnected from her mother, or Amma.Then Reha finds out that Amma is sick. Really sick.Reha, who dreams of becoming a doctor even though she can’t stomach the sight of blood, is determined to make her Amma well again. She’ll be the perfect daughter, even if it means giving up her attempts to fit in at school, if it means saving her Amma’s life.From acclaimed author Rajani LaRocca comes a radiant novel in verse—which the author describes as “the book of her heart”—about the ties th

"In moving, lyrical prose, the book celebrates the beauty and sounds of each name alongside their culture of origin. The author builds a strong case that everyone should embrace their names and honor and learn those with which they may not be familiar." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"Together, [Joanna Ho and Khoa Le] create an affirming, uplifting work focused on how correct pronunciation honors and respects" —Publishers Weekly (starred review)"A moving title that honors its readers and encourages them to feel confident in their cultural identities." —School Library Journal"A celebratory story that embraces identities and the beautiful origins behind one’s name." —ALA Booklist"In this powerful picture book, Ho’s poetic prose and Le’s expressive folk-art illustrations explore the beauty of embracing all identities and cultures" —Bulletin of the Center for Children's BooksNew York Times bestselling author Joanna Ho, of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, creates a meaningful and diverse pic

Based on the all-new animated series, the My Little Pony friends go on a new adventure in this I Can Read Comic. Featuring a bold new comic style and easy-to-read text, this Level One I Can Read Comic is perfect for everypony!When Sunny and Izzy go missing, it's up to Detective Hitch and his detective-in-training Zipp to solve the case!My Little Pony: Detective Hitch is a Level One I Can Read Comic, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with young readers new to graphic novel storytelling.

The climate crisis is reaching a critical tipping point--and you might have heard of the countless amazing young people who are taking action and speaking up for change.Emma Reynolds shines a spotlight on sixteen incredible youth activists from around the world who are fighting to protect the planet and all life on Earth. From Autumn Peltier campaigning for clean water to Edgar Edmund Tarimo turning plastic waste into building materials--and many more--these inspiring true stories highlight the importance of taking charge and creating change.Beautifully illustrated by sixteen different artists and accompanied by facts and pictures that explain the science, Drawn to Change the World is for anyone who wants to learn more about the climate and nature crisis and what we can do about it, with extensive front matter and back matter materials.You are not too young and you are not too old to begin. We need everyone to help with the biggest challenge the human race has ever faced. We can do thi

The climate crisis is reaching a critical tipping point--and you might have heard of the countless amazing young people who are taking action and speaking up for change.Emma Reynolds shines a spotlight on sixteen incredible youth activists from around the world who are fighting to protect the planet and all life on Earth. From Autumn Peltier campaigning for clean water to Edgar Edmund Tarimo turning plastic waste into building materials--and many more--these inspiring true stories highlight the importance of taking charge and creating change.Beautifully illustrated by sixteen different artists and accompanied by facts and pictures that explain the science, Drawn to Change the World is for anyone who wants to learn more about the climate and nature crisis and what we can do about it, with extensive front matter and back matter materials.You are not too young and you are not too old to begin. We need everyone to help with the biggest challenge the human race has ever faced. We can do thi

"A bold and thrilling reimagining of Arthur Conan Doyle's early life, filled with students and teachers who the world would later come to know so well, including Dr. Watson, James Moriarty, and, of course, Sherlock Holmes." --The Conan Doyle EstateFrom the critically acclaimed author of Yonder and The Ethan I Was Before, Ali Standish, comes a thrilling middle grade tale featuring hair-raising adventures, new friendships, secret societies, and the mind behind one of the greatest detectives of all time: Sherlock Holmes.When young Arthur Conan Doyle is o-ffered a spot at Baskerville Hall, a secret school for extraordinarily gifted children, he is elated at being chosen--and being given a chance to turn his family's fortunes around. There, Arthur makes quick friends with Irene Eagle, a girl who boldly strides into action, and Jimmie Moriarty, a boy whose brilliance rivals Arthur's own. Together, they discover that their new school is a peculiar place, home to leaning towers and unexplained