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Dory turns learning to read into a hilarious adventure through the power of imagination—perfect for fans of Junie B. Jones and Ivy and Bean! Ever since Dory met Rosabelle, a real true friend whos

Bestselling author John Grisham delivers a page-turning legal thriller for new generation of readers with The Accomplice, now in paperback with an exciting new series look.Theo has been worried about

Just in time for the Olympics, a spirited, sporty romp about losing gracefullyBoomer the Pig has been training hard for the Animal Olympics, so when he loses his first race, he shrugs it off and cheer

The second magical bookwandering adventure in the nationally bestselling Pages & Co. series, featuring Tilly Pages as she journeys to France to wander inside a peculiar book of fairytales. Perfect for fans of Inkheart and The Land of Stories. Tilly and her best friend Oskar are bookwanderers: a remarkable group of people who, using the magical power of books, can travel inside any story they choose. But on a wintry visit to Paris, the friends wander inside a book of fairy tales to find that peculiar things are happening: characters are getting lost, stories are all mixed up, and mysterious plot holes are opening without warning . . . It's up to Tilly and Oskar to figure out what--or who--is behind the chaos. And after the friends come face-to-face with an old foe, they realize that villains can exist outside the pages of books . . . and that sometimes, you don't get to live happily ever after. Praise for the Pages & Co. series: Mr. Lemoncello would love to go bookwandering at P

BE CLASSIC with The Westing Game, introduced by New York Times bestselling author Mac Barnett.A highly inventive mystery begins when sixteen unlikely people gather for the reading of the very stranger will of the very read Samuel W. Westing. They could become millionaires, depending on how they play a game. All they have to do is find the answer – but the answer to what? The Westing game is tricky and dangerous, but the heirs play on – through blizzards, burglaries, and bombings, Sam Westing may be dead … but that won’t stop him from playing one last game!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 review “Great 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 dema

A USA Today Bestselling book!A Barnes & Noble Book of the Month!A 2019 Kids' Indie Next List Pick!A National Bestseller!"Mr. Lemoncello would love to go bookwandering at Pages and Co. If you love books, you're going to LOVE this book!"--Chris Grabenstein, #1 New York Times best-selling author of the Mr. Lemoncello series.An enchanting story about the magic of books and the power of imagination from debut author Anna James. Perfect for fans of The Secret Library, Inkheart, The Land of Stories, and Story Thieves.Since her mother's disappearance, eleven-year-old Tilly Pages has found comfort in the stories at Pages & Co., her grandparents' bookshop. But when her favorite characters, Anne of Green Gables and Alice from Wonderland, start showing up at the shop,Tilly's adventures become very real. Not only can she follow Anne and Alice into their books, she discovers she can bookwander into any story she chooses. Tilly's new ability leads her to fun and exciting adventures, but dange

In this third chapter book about Warren and his alter ego Dragon, an important lesson in learned in generosity . . . and exploding volcanoes!Warren has been invited to a birthday party by one of his n

Theodore Boone returns in this sixth adventure from international and worldwide bestseller John Grisham!Thirteen-year-old Theodore Boone knows every judge, police officer, and court clerk in Strattenb

Jacqueline Woodson's National Book Award and Newbery Honor winner, now available in paperback with 6 all new poems.Raised in South Carolina and New York, Woodson always felt halfway home in each place

A classic underdog story that's up-in-the-air, by two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist Steve Breen.By the time she's two years old, Violet Van Winkle can fix nearly any appliance in th

An exceptionally moving story of triumph against all odds set during World War 2, from the acclaimed author ofJefferson’s Sons and for fans of Number the Stars. Nine-year-old Ada has never left h

A long time ago some smart guys wrote the Preamble to the Constitution. You have probably read it before, but do you know what it means? And did it ever make you laugh? Now it will! Perfect for inspi

What happened in the house that Jack built? It all started with the cheese that lay in the house that Jack built. And then came the rat that ate the cheese and the cat who killed the rat. Caldecott Me

Trapped in a tower with no door, Rapunzel is allowed to see no one but the sorceress who has imprisoned her-until the day a young prince hears her singing to the forest birds. . . . The timeless tale of Rapunzel is vividly and magnificently brought to life through Paul O. Zelinsky's powerful sense of narrative and his stunning oil paintings."Simply put, this is a gorgeous book; it demonstrates respect for the traditions of painting and the fairy tale while at the same time adhering to a singular, wholly original, artistic vision." (The Horn Book, starred review)

This factual gem thatA's written with Jean FritzA's humorous touch chronicles the hot summer of 1787 where fifty-five delegates from thirteen states huddled together in the strictest secrecy in Phila

The author's reminiscences about her childhood in Germany, years of which were spent in a Nazi concentration camp

Among the towering fir trees of the Pacific Northwest, a famously elusive creature is in serious trouble. All Elliot wants is a nice, normal day at school. All Uchenna wants is an adventure. Gues

#1 New York Times bestselling author John Flanagan returns to the world of Ranger's Apprentice, continuing the story arc that began in The Royal Ranger: A New Beginning, starring fan favorites Will an

A loose tooth leads to hilarious hijinks with the tooth fairy in book four of the wonderfully imaginative Dory Fantasmagory seriesDory has her first loose tooth, and, with her usual over-the-top excit

克羅從小生活在與世隔絕的小島上，陪伴她長大的，是撿到她的奧許先生與鄰居瑪姬姨。她不知道自己從哪裡來，也從沒問過太多。但某天夜裡，海的另一端升起一道神祕的火光，讓她心中第一次冒出想要知道「我是誰」的念頭。於是，一段關於追尋與勇氣的旅程悄然展開。《穿越明亮大海》以細膩筆觸描繪一名女孩面對身世之謎的堅定與成長，也是一封寫給「家」的深情之書。- Winner of the 2018 Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction -From the bestselling author ofNewbery Honor–winnerWolf Hollow, Beyond the Bright Sea is an acclaimed best book of the year.An NPR Best Book of the Year • A Parents’ MagazineBest Book of the Year• A Booklist Editors' Choice selection • A BookPage Best Book of the Year•A Horn Book Fanfare Selection• A KirkusBest Book of the Year•A School Library JournalBest Book of the Year• A Charlotte Observer Best Book of the Year •A Southern LivingBest Book of the Year• A New York Public LibraryBest Book of the Year“The sight of a campfire on a distant island…proves the catalyst for a series of discoveries and events—some poignant, some frightening—that Ms. Wolk unfolds with uncommon grace.” –The Wall Street Journal★“Crow isa determined and dynamic heroine.”—Publishers Wee

Follow five little gefilte fish on their grand adventure in New York City. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll plotz!When five curious young gefilte fish have the chutzpah to sneak out of their jar and s

Move over, Junie B. Jones and Ivy & Bean! Here comes a lovably energetic little sister with a BIG personalityand an imagination to match!As the youngest in her family, Dory really wants attent

Drawings prepared in pastels, watercolors, and acrylics highlight a collection of informative vignettes describing a variety of customs and traditions practiced by different African peoples

Josh Lewis' best friend, Aaron Zimmer, has turned his computer into a wish-granting machine. It ought to be every techno-addict's dream, but there are a few bugs in the system. Nobody knows when the c

The sixth installment of New York Times bestselling author Mike Lupica's Zach and Zoe Mysteries--a sports-themed chapter book mystery series perfect for fans of Cam Jansen!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. In this sixth mystery, Zach and Zoe . . . Once again, bestselling author Mike Lupica charms his youngest readers yet with 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 ground for an author who has been called the greatest sportswriter for kids.

It's time for hockey in the fifth installment of New York Times bestselling author Mike Lupica's Zach and Zoe Mysteries--a sports-themed chapter book series perfect for fans of Cam Jansen!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. In the fifth installment of the series, Zach and Zoe solve a hockey-themed mystery. Once again, bestselling author Mike Lupica charms his youngest readers yet with 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 ground for an author who has been called the greatest sportswriter for kids.

Spot is just learning to count from 1 to 10, and he spends the whole day on the farm with his Dad, counting everything from squirrels to hens.How many pigs are in the sty? How many rabbits are in the garden? The answer is underneath each flap, so children can have fun learning to count along with Spot and his farmyard friends. Both funny and educational, this classic Spot book is a perennial must-have for toddlers everywhere.

From the author of the New York Times bestseller Fish in a Tree comes a compelling story about perspective and learning to love the family you have.Delsie loves tracking the weather―lately, though, it

Froggy has a lemonade stand, but he's done it his way!Froggy has great plans for all the money he's going to make from his lemonade stand. But there's a problem: he was so thirsty that he drank all t

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

#1 New York Times bestseller Mike Lupica begins an exciting new chapter book series, perfect for fans of Cam Jansen, 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. When the twins start a summer basketball league at their local park, they notice the once rundown court is getting freshened up with each passing day. First new nets, then the benches have been completely restored. But who's behind it? Zach and Zoe are on the case!In the opening installments 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 myster

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

Everyone's favorite first grader, Princess Posey, has to fess up to her biggest mistake yet in this eleventh book in the series!Posey's class has been learning all about bees, and when they plan to pu

Activist/artist/author Camille Yarbrough tells the story of two best friends learning to find their inner strength through pride for their heritage.Angie's got a lot of worries. For starters, her dad

A 2018 Pura Belpré Author Honor BookThe First Rule of Punk is a wry and heartfelt exploration of friendship, finding your place, and learning to rock out like no one’s watching.

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

Rowan embarks on an expedition to prove once and for all that she is the rightful royal monster hunter, in the fourth and final book in this fantastical series by New York Times–bestselling author, Kelley Armstrong.The time has come! After discovering the true reason for the monster migration, Rowan is on an expedition to ultimately prove that she is worthy of the ebony monster-slaying sword on her back. She and her twin brother, Rhydd, their friends Dain and Alianor, as well as some other trusted advisors ― and the ever-growing group of monstrous companions ― are on a mission to help protect the dragon living in their homeland and are travelling to kingdoms beyond to make their case. But not everyone agrees that people can live peacefully alongside monsters, especially when new terrifying creatures appear. It will take everything Rowan has to fight off threats of all kinds, from both monsters and people. It won’t be easy, but if she succeeds, she will become Royal Monster Hunter at lo

A Banksy-style protest against cameras in classrooms brings a group of middle-grade students together. For fans of Rebecca Stead, Susin Nielsen and Gordon Korman.Dominica's private school is covered i

Like Ruta Sepetys for middle grade, Anne Blankman pens a poignant and timeless story of friendship that twines together moments in underexplored history. On a spring morning, neighbors Valentina Kapla

Magic and mayhem collide in this monstrously funny middle-grade sequel to Chris Rylander’s The Legend of Greg. Now in paperback.Greg Belmont longs for the days when he thought he was an ordinary thirt