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Poor Coyote! How?d he get bonked by a rock-hard fruit underneath the jicara tree? Who tricked him into whacking a wasps? nest with a stick? And why is he always howling at the moon? Because of Rabbit,

Anxious to be given a name as strong and brave as that of his father, a proud Lakota Sioux grows into manhood, acting with careful deliberation, determination, and bravery, which eventually earned hi

Hospitalized with the dreaded atom bomb disease, leukemia, a child in Hiroshima races against time to fold one thousand paper cranes to verify the legend that by doing so a sick person will become hea

Offering some advance warning about what to expect during a hospital stay, Mr. Rogers provides reassurance to help young children deal with their fears and concerns about hospitalization

This biography sets out to uncover the personality of the man between the contradictions--hero and traitor--of an immature man with an overwhelming need to prove his bravery

With pictures, clearly drawn diagrams and uncomplicated hints, Simple Signs introduces children from ages 1 to 6 to 28 signs for words from his or he everyday life. Signs that have communication skill

As she sets off to meet the king, Henny-Penny encounters Cocky-Locky, Ducky-Lucky, and other friends who decide to come along with her on her adventure, but when Foxy-Loxy appears, he has other plans

Presents the handshape for each letter of the American manual alphabet accompanied by an object whose name begins with that letter

Polly Milton, a country girl, learns the importance of old fashioned values, when she visits a wealthy friend, Fanny Shaw, who is only concerned with parties and clothes

A turtle carved in rock on a bluff over the Hudson River by Indians long ago watches with sadness the changes man brings over the years

Mister Rogers explores young children's experiences making friends, from learning how to play with someone else and how to share toys, to learning how to be part of a group

A sensitive retelling of the story of the first Thanksgiving chronicles the coming of the Pilgrims to America, their early struggles, and their friendship with Squanto, enhanced with richly detailed p

Traces the events of the Civil War from the first battle to the surrender, with emphasis on the experiences of the individual soldier

Longfellow's tribute to the famous revolutionary hero begins with the stirring cadence that American schoolchildren have committed to memory for over a century. Now illustrator Ted Rand brings these

When a twelve-year-old orphan comes to live with her austere and wealthy Aunt Polly, her philosophy of gladness brings happiness to the aunt and unloved members of the community.

The famous swashbuckling adventure When hot-blooded young d'Artagnan comes to Paris to seek his fortune, he finds himself challenged to a duel with not one, but three of the King's Musketeers. But A

Orphaned Rose Campbell finds it difficult to fit in when she goes to live with her six aunts and seven mischievous boy cousins

Three little pigs leave home to seek their fortunes and have to deal with a threatening wolf

Showcases some of baseball's worst moments with true stories of men like Fred Snodgrass, who dropped a fly ball in 1912, and Bill Buckner, who let an easy grounder dribble through his legs to blow the

Now a Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition with an introduction by Elizabeth Kostova and cover art by Ghost World creator Daniel Clowes, Mary Shelley’s timeless gothic novel presents the epic battle betwee

With easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and clear diagrams, teaches the ancient art of Japanese paper folding and shows how to create a variety of objects, including animals, puppets, and masks

Illustrates fourteen hand games with paintings and easy-to-follow drawings as children animate rhymes like "Two Little Monkeys," "Quack! Quack! Quack!," and "The Caterpillar"

Rhyming text and illustrations explain how to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, with instructions for accompanying hand and foot motions at the end of the book

Move over, Junie B. Jones and Ivy & Bean! Here comes a lovably energetic little sister with a BIG personality—and an imagination to match!With plenty of pictures bursting with charm and character,

In this second book in the Narnia-inspired Indigenous middle-grade fantasy series, Eli and Morgan journey once more to Misewa, travelling back in time. Back at home after their first adventure in the Barren Grounds, Eli and Morgan each struggle with personal issues: Eli is being bullied at school, and tries to hide it from Morgan, while Morgan has to make an important decision about her birth mother. They turn to the place where they know they can learn the most, and make the journey to Misewa to visit their animal friends. This time they travel back in time and meet a young fisher that might just be their lost friend. But they discover that the village is once again in peril, and they must dig deep within themselves to find the strength to protect their beloved friends. Can they carry this strength back home to face their own challenges?

A Newbery Medal Winner For over thirty-five years, Ellen Raskin's Newbery Medal-winning The Westing Game has been an enduring favorite. This highly inventive mystery involves sixteen people who are invited to the reading of Samuel W. Westing's will. They could become millionaires-it all depends on how they play the tricky and dangerous Westing game, a game involving blizzards, burglaries, and bombings! Ellen Raskin has created a remarkable cast of characters in a puzzle-knotted, word-twisting plot filled with humor, intrigue, and suspense. Winner of the Newbery MedalWinner of the Boston Globe/Horn Book AwardAn ALA Notable BookA School Library Journal One Hundred Books That Shaped the Century A supersharp mystery...confoundingly clever, and very funny. --Booklist, starred reviewGreat fun for those who enjoy illusion, word play, or sleight of hand. --The New York Times Book Review A fascinating medley of word games, disguises, multiple aliases, and subterfuges--a demanding but rewarding

Join Elliot and Uchenna on their very first quest as members of the Unicorn Rescue Society in this globe-trotting, fantasy-adventure series from Adam Gidwitz, the beloved bestselling and Newbery Honor-winning author of The Inquisitors Tale and A Tale Dark & Grimm. Illustrated throughout, the series is a perfect fit for newly independent readers looking for a story full of animals, adventure, fun, and friendship.9780735231726 The Creature of the Pines (Unicorn Rescue Society #1)Elliot Eisner isn’t exactly thrilled with the first day at his new school. His class is going on a field trip to a creepy forest called the Pine Barrens. The trip is being led by Professor Fauna, the weirdest teacher Elliot has ever met. And the only kid who will talk to Elliot, Uchenna Devereaux, isn’t afraid of danger. She likes danger.Elliot and Uchenna are about to become part of a secret group of adventurers, The Unicorn Rescue Society, whose goal is to protect and defend the world’s mythical creatu

* "Maldonado excels at depicting realistic and authentic interactions between middle school boys."--School Library Journal (starred review)A Washington Post Best Children's Book of 2018!Tight: Lately Bryan's been feeling it in all kinds of ways. He knows what's tight for him in a good way--reading comics, drawing superheroes, and hanging out with no drama. But drama's hard to escape where he's from, and that gets him wound up tight. And now Bryan's new friend Mike is challenging him to have fun in ways that are crazy risky. At first, it's a rush following Mike, hopping turnstiles, subway surfing, and getting into all kinds of trouble. But Bryan never feels right acting wrong. So which way will he go when he understands that drama is so not his style? Fortunately his favorite comic heroes shed light on his dilemma, reminding him that he has power--the power to choose his friends and to stand up for what he believes is right . . . &nbs

Friendship and magical realism sparkle on the page in this heartwarming, delightfully eccentric illustrated middle-grade gem from an extraordinary new literary voice. Perfect for fans of A Snicker of Magic and The Penderwicks.Alberto lives alone in the town of Allora, where fish fly out of the sea and the houses shine like jewels. He is a coffin maker and widower, spending his quiet days creating the final resting places of Allora's people.Then one afternoon a magical bird flutters into his garden, and Alberto, lonely inside, welcomes it into his home. And when a kindhearted boy named Tito follows the bird into Alberto's kitchen, a door in the old man's heart cracks open. Tito is lonely too--but he's also scared and searching for a place to hide. Fleeing from danger, he just wants to feel safe for once in his life. Can the boy and the old man learn the power of friendship and escape the shadows of their pasts?With a tender bond that calls to mind The Girl Who Drank the Moon, charming c

A story about the fight for equal rights in America's favorite arena: the baseball field!Every boy in the neighborhood knows Katy Gordon is their best pitcher, even though she's a girl. But when she tries out for Little League, it's a whole different story. Girls are not eligible, period. It is a boy's game and always has been. It's not fair, and Katy's going to fight back. Inspired by what she's learning about civil rights in school, she sets out to prove that she's not the only girl who plays baseball. With the help of friendly librarians and some tenacious research skills, Katy discovers the forgotten history of female ball players. Why does no one know about them? Where are they now? And how can one ten-year-old change people’s minds about what girls can do? Set in 1957—the world of Sputnik and Leave It to Beaver, saddle shoes and "Heartbreak Hotel"—Out of Left Field is both a detailed picture of a fascinating historic period and a timelessly inspiring story about standing up

Perfect for fans of Cam Jansen, #1 New York Times bestseller Mike Lupica begins an exciting new chapter-book series, featuring his trademark sports action and heart, and a lovable twin brother-sister duo who solve sports-related mysteries.There's nothing eight-year-old twins Zach and Zoe Walker love more than playing sports and solving mysteries. And when those two worlds collide . . . well, it doesn't get any better than that. So when a baseball signed by Zach's favorite major league player suddenly goes missing--the search is on! Luckily, amateur sleuths Zach and Zoe are on the case. Can they solve the mystery and find the ball before it's lost for good?In this first book of the Zach and Zoe Mysteries, bestselling author Mike Lupica begins a series for a new and younger audience, introducing readers to a sports-loving detective duo who can swing for the fences and catch the culprit in one fell swoop. With a recipe equal parts sports and mystery, the Zach and Zoe Mysteries break fresh

“A book for anyone mending from childhood wounds.”—Sandra Cisneros, author of The House on Mango Street In this unforgettable multicultural coming-of-age narrative—based on the author’s childhood in the 1960s—a young Cuban-Jewish immigrant girl is adjusting to her new life in New York City when her American dream is suddenly derailed. Ruthie’s plight will intrigue readers, and her powerful story of strength and resilience, full of color, light, and poignancy, will stay with them for a long time. Ruthie Mizrahi and her family recently emigrated from Castro’s Cuba to New York City. Just when she’s finally beginning to gain confidence in her mastery of English—and enjoying her reign as her neighborhood’s hopscotch queen—a horrific car accident leaves her in a body cast and confined her to her bed for a long recovery. As Ruthie’s world shrinks because of her inability to move, her powers of observation and her heart grow larger and she comes to understand how fragile life is, ho

A powerful Christmas tale by beloved New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Patricia Polacco.The Stowell family is abuzz with holiday excitement, and Frankie, the youngest boy, i

A haunting gothic tale by master mysery writer John Bellairs--soon to be a major motion picture starring Cate Blanchett and Jack Black!"The House With a Clock in Its Walls will cast its spell for a lo

A boy takes off on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through a mysterious land, with the help of some monster friends It’s Halloween, and everyone in Charlie’s small town is excited for this

Adventure abounds in this finale featuring Princess Juniper, who—with the help of friends, secret spy cats, and even a dragon—is the only one who just might be able to save her father, the

CHALLENGE YOURSELF! A nature-based trivia series with vibrant visuals and fascinating facts. Discover the most extreme weather on earth!From Emmy-Award winning host of Survivor and New

#1 New York Times bestselling author Jane O?Connor?s first novel gets a brand-new look! Abby is thrilled when her parents agree to let her go to Camp Pinecrest with her best friend, Merle. But her dre

A saying: It pays to have a little chutzpah (nerve). With old world charm, universal humor, and just a bit of chutzpah, Simms Taback offers this lively spin on thirteen playful talesA-as only he coul

Here is the beloved nursery tale of Jack and his friends and his famous house, with an unexpected and lively new ending. The vivid and dramatic paintings, filled with activity, will draw children in,