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INCLUDES A NEW MAX SHORT STORY!NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES • The clock is ticking on Max's final adventure as she races to uncover family secrets. From the creator of the Big Nat series, now an Emmy-nominated animated TV show on Paramount+ and Nickelodeon"An epic finish to an epic tale!" -Jeff Kinney, New York Times bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid seriesEveryone's favorite knight-in-training is back...to back! Max's twin is public enemy number one, and it's up to the Midknights to find her before time runs out! But dangers loom, including bloodthirsty trolls, murderous pirates, and even a ruthless king--or two. Can Max and her band of loyal friends unlock the mystery of her past? Lincoln Peirce pens another epic quest in The Tower of Time, book three in the New York Times bestselling Max & the Midknights series.Series Overview: Third and concluding book in the Max and the Midknights series.One Max paperback conversion per season, beginning in Spring '24.

在拯救Breakfast Town、擊退Dr. Evil Breakfast Sandwich後，Peggy Pancake如今面臨新的挑戰——這次不是反派，而是六顆失控的迷你瑪芬。為了完成春假作業「如何當個負責任的人」，Peggy被媽媽派去照顧這些精力充沛的小傢伙，沒想到卻意外釀出一場小小災難。《Super Pancake and the Mini Muffin Mayhem》延續系列的幽默調性與熱鬧圖像風格，在冒險中注入關於責任、平衡與自我認同的思考。角色設定趣味十足，情節節奏明快，適合喜歡輕鬆幽默故事的中年級讀者。It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a . . . pancake? The syrupy superhero of Breakfast Town, Peggy Pancake, is now up against her toughest, scariest obstacle yet: babysitting.When we last saw our hero Peggy Pancake, she was mastering her newfound superhero abilities and saving her sidekick, Luc Croissant, from the scary clutches of Dr. Evil Breakfast Sandwich and his sinister Henchtoasts. Now, Peggy balances being a superhero with her everyday life--going to school and hiding her crime-fighting identity from her family. This Spring Break, Peggy has homework to complete: write an instructional "How To" paper. Soon, Peggy's mom volunteers her to babysit six rambunctious mini muffins so she can write about "how to be responsible." Tha

Skates on. Fangs out. Let’s roll. This perfectly paranormal graphic novel about a 13-year-old ice skater who embraces the dark side and finds her light when she joins a vampire roller derby team is todiefor.Ice-skater Mina is on a one-track path to Olympic gold and glory—that is, until she totally wipes out at her biggest competition, and is kinda-sorta-kidnapped by undead kids on roller skates. Sucked into the high stakes world of Paranormal Roller Derby, she finds herself "recruited" by a squad of vampires who need a human player to complete their team—just in time to save the league from losing it all.Between learning to play derby well enough to kick butt on the track, crushing hard on the dreamy team captain, and navigating the spooky rules of the supernatural, how can Mina go from striving to be a ten alone, to becoming one of nine chaotic bodies forming a perfectly-imperfect team? Forget being the best. Will she be enough to help her new friends survive the season?

CHOOSE YOUR PATH. CHANGE THE STORY. SAVE THE EARTH. From the creator of the interactive Escape This Book! series comes a new adventure series about climate superheroes in which YOU get to help save the planet by choosing which story line you think is the right one!The Calamity Corporation is determined to end life on Earth as we know it. The company has built hotels that orbit Earth and small cities on the moon and has plans to move the human population to Mars. The sinister corporation knows if they destroy Earth, people will have no choice but to leave it. Not so fast! Four kids who secretly possess the powers of land, air, sea, and creatures are about to change the course of history. These kids may not be the likeliest of heroes, but they are determined to stop Calamity Corporation from destroying Earth. And they have a secret weapon: a fifth hero. YOU! Throughout the book, there are three chances for you to help change the course of the story alongside our fearless team. Choose inc

NEWBERY HONOR AWARD • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST •ASIAN/PACIFIC AMERICAN AWARD FOR YOUTH LITERATURE WINNER • Twelve year-old Maizy discovers her family’s Chinese restaurant is full of secrets in this irresistible novel that celebrates food, fortune, and family.Welcome to the Golden Palace!Maizy has never been to Last Chance, Minnesota . . . until now. Her mom’s plan is just to stay for a couple weeks, until her grandfather gets better. But plans change, and as Maizy spends more time in Last Chance (where she and her family are the only Asian Americans) and at the Golden Palace—the restaurant that’s been in her family for generations—she makes some discoveries. For instance:You can tell a LOT about someone by the way they order food. And people can surprise you. Sometimes in good ways, sometimes in disappointing ways.And the Golden Palace has secrets.But the more Maizy discovers, the more questions she has. Like, why are her mom and her grandmother always fighting? Who are the people

Return to Lake View Middle School in the third book of the PERFECT SCORE series from the beloved author of Because of Mr. Terupt.Eighth grade promises to be an unforgettable year of tears, laughter, s

PREMIUM PRACTICE FOR A PERFECT 5—WITH THE MOST PRACTICE ON THE MARKET! Equip yourself to ace the newly-digital AP Chemistry Exam with this comprehensive study guide. Includes 7 full-length practice tests with answer explanations, timed online practice, and thorough content reviews.The Princeton Review ExpertiseStudy with prep and practice written entirely by AP educatorsLearn test-taking strategies backed by 40+ years of test prep successFocused, supportive lessons designed and perfected by expertsEverything You Need for a High ScoreA step-by-step guide on how to better your score with this bookComprehensive review of all topics on the newest digital examCustomize a study plan and target areas of improvement by using our diagnostic answer keyEnd-of-chapter drills and exclusive online digital flashcards to reinforce learningPremium Practice for AP Excellence7 full-length practice tests(5 in the book, 3 online)Detailed answer explanations to help you learn from mistakesOnline tests provi

What’s in Ms. Rachel’s Magic Halloween Box? Find out in this sturdy lift-the-flap board book!A great big pumpkin or silly socks, I wonder what’s inside the Halloween box!Little ones will love learning about opposites with Ms. Rachel, beloved educator and YouTube phenomenon. This board book includes flaps to lift on every spread, perfect for aiding the development of fine motor skills. Play along with Ms. Rachel and Herbie in this interactive story celebrating Halloween!

A magical, giftable board book celebrating the wonder, whimsy and togetherness of Halloween from #1 New York Times bestselling creator of The Wonderful Things You Will Be!Out we go to look for treats,through cozy doors and chilly streets.When a golden pumpkin moon is near…Wonderful Halloween is here!Join in the joy of costumes, treats and cozy celebrations in Wonderful Halloween, a lyrical seasonal board book from Emily Winfield Martin. With her signature warmth and charm, Martin captures the spirit of this beloved holiday: from dancing leaves and starlit skies to trick-or-treating with friends. This gentle rhyming celebration makes Halloween feel magical, welcoming and full of wonder. Perfect for sharing with little ones year after year.Cover features a die-cut moon and gold foil.

Roll the dice, strike up the band, and get ready for a swoon-worthy summer! A charming gaming romance that blends the magic of D&D with the camaraderie of band camp—from the bestselling author of Dating and Dragons!Questing for love . . .Hazel Buchanan has her senior year mapped out: Win respect as color guard captain, kick off her first D&D campaign, and steer clear of distractions. But her plan takes a critical hit when Max—her former best friend and longtime crush—returns to town with drumsticks in hand and an unexplained chip on his shoulder.Hazel and Max can’t help bickering every time they’re together, and thanks to meddling parents, he’s invading her D&D game too. As Dungeon Master, she’s ready to shut him down, but D&D has a way of bringing people together like nothing else. Is this rivalry masking something more? With dice rolling and emotions spinning, Hazel might be in for more than she planned . . .

Everyone's favorite fourth grader, Gracie Wei, is back for her third chapter book adventure, mustering up the courage to brave the haunted house with her friends and prove that she’s all grownup—for fans of Ivy and Bean and Dory Fantasmagory.Gracie Wei has grown an entire inch over summer and she’s positively sure she's ready for the Zipper—the coolest ride at the Spin City Spectacular Carnival. The big night finally comes, and Gracie is having a blast with her BFFs, eating cotton candy and going on all the rides—but before the girls can make it to the Zipper, they take a detour to the haunted house. Gracie tries to be brave and go along with her friends but she's running in the opposite direction before the first "boo!" Gracie knows that best friends like all of the same things, at least according to Keira Patel. Has Gracie lost her BFFs because she’s too afraid? Or can their friendship survive the haunted house fiasco?

A belly laugh-inducing tale about a mother-daughter trip to the store that goes absolutely bananas when a little girl takes the task of grocery shopping into her own hands.It all started when Mom said we were out of bananas.But who likes going to the grocery store? Especially with Moms who always say “no” to sugar cereals and don’t let you ride in the cart. But for one little kid, the perfect opportunity rolls by when Mom is busy chatting with neighbors. It turns out, the store isn’t boring AT ALL if you’re the one pushing the cart! But where are the bananas? And what happens when you find yourself IN the cart, hurtling down an aisle at full speed??With lively illustrations, this funny read-aloud narrates a true-to-life tale about the total nuisance that is grocery shopping with your parents, and the sweet result of an event that goes hilariously wrong.

A tiny whale with a BIG heart will capture the hearts of readers in this underwater adventure with positive messages about teamwork and believing in yourself.Meet Gigantic, the smallest blue whale in the Atlantic. Dwarfed by the others in the pod, Gigantic is teased by the bigger whales and keeps to himself. But one day, when Gigantic’s brother, Titan, gets stuck on the sand, it’s down to Gigantic and his smallest sea creature friends to save the day. Can they show it’s possible to be both tiny and brave?This swimmingly good story about little fins and big hearts is a sweet and funny read aloud with a positive lesson about teamwork, courage, and embracing what makes us unique. It's a whale of a tale!

In this whimsical picture book, a misunderstood girl with overwhelming emotions creates an origami boat and journeys to sea where she can feel free. Fans of Where the Wild Things Are will adore this fantastical tale of big feelings and boundless imagination."Nunu reminds all of us that emotions can feel as big and as vast as the sea--if we hold tightly and sail on, the way forward becomes clear."--Cori Doerrfeld, author-illustrator of The Rabbit Listened"A powerful journey through the highs and lows of emotions, reminding us all of the strength found in rebuilding ourselves."--Cindy Derby, Caldecott honoreeNunu doesn't understand, so when her emotions feel too big for her, she makes her boat out of paper origami and sails away. Out at sea, she navigates somewhere new and with the help of her origami friends, she is able to mend what is broken and find her way home.With exquisite, immersive illustrations, this near-wordless picture book is an ode to big emotions, origami, and the hope i

From the New York Times Bestselling author of Raising Fences and the award-winning illustrator of Mama Africa!, comes a moving and lyrical picture book about a girl navigating her parents' divorce, featuring a Black family, two homes, and whole lot of love.Auset's parents tell her the divorce wasn't her fault, but she got split in two too. Now she has two homes, two rooms, two Christmases, and two birthday parties. It's tough to deal with her parents' divorce, but at least she has the songs of Sweet Honey and the Rock and Bob Marley to help her through. Plus, she has her therapist, and her stuffed animal Dolphie the Dolphin, who is an excellent listener.With two loving parents doing their best, here is a look at Black families, divorce, and how difficult it is for kids to go through. But with time and support, and everyone doing their best to keep it real, there's healing and strength on the other side.

A teen girl with the power of resurrection must venture into the afterlife, but to survive the death realm, she'll need the help of her two mortal enemies--both of whom she is inexplicably drawn to--in this romantic, gothic fantasy inspired by Wuthering Heights.When Jia Yi suddenly finds herself alive again after being stabbed through the heart by an enemy’s sword, she realizes she possesses a rare power: the ability to move between the living realm and the shrouded world of ghosts. Ghosts including Lin, her ex-best friend and former love, whose betrayal she still hasn't recovered from.At first, Jia wants nothing to do with Lin, or any ghosts--metaphorical or otherwise. But when her beloved grandmother abruptly passes away, Jia is forced to travel into the afterlife to save her. To survive the treacherous death realm, Jia will need to rely on both Lin and her longtime enemy, the cold and enigmatic Prince Essien Lancaster. Only, she isn't sure whether she can trust either of them. With

Go deeper into the groundbreaking Emmy-winning series with the complete, authorized scripts ofStranger Things: Season Three,including an exclusive introduction from the Duffer Brothers.MAX: I don’t understand. The Demodogs died when El closed the Gate. If the brain dies, the body dies —WILL: I know. Maybe I'm wrong. I hope I’m wrong —MIKE: But we can’t take any chances. We have to assume the worst. The Mind Flayer is back.WILL: And if he is, he would want to attach himself to someone again. A new “me” —LUCAS: A new “Host.”It’s 1985 and love is in the air in Hawkins. Mike and Eleven are smooch-crazy, much to Hopper’s disgust. Dustin is back from summer camp with a girlfriend he keeps in touch with by radio transmissions. The towns’ moms are in love with shirtless lifeguard Billy; Nancy and Jonathan are a couple; and there’s romantic tension brewing between Hopper and Joyce. Meanwhile, Steve is working with a cool new friend, Robin, at an ice cream parlor in the town’s shiny new mall. Ra

Relive the most striking moments from the acclaimed and beloved Netflix show Stranger Things with this stunning officially licensed coloring book.Starting with that fateful D&D game in the Wheelers’ basement, this book charts the gang as they fight the Demogorgon, fall in love, use their powers, and save the world. Featuring 110 pages of fully original illustrations printed on high quality paper, this extra-thick coloring book is the perfect opportunity to prepare yourself to return to Hawkins for a giant adventure.

Here is the dramatic coming-of-age memoir -- told in the form of a graphic novel -- of 12-year-old Carlos (who would grow up to become the author’s father), his life during the Cuban Revolution, and his family’s harrowing escape to America.A NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEARONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: NPR, Publishers Weekly, Horn Book, School Library JournalThe year is 1957. Carlos lives with his family in Ceiba Mocha, a small town in the Cuban countryside. He loves to play baseball with his best friend, Alvaro, and to shoot home-made slingshots with his abuelo.One day, a miracle happens: Carlos' father, his papi, wins the lottery! He uses the money to launch his growing furniture business and to move the family to a big house in the city. Carlos hates having to move -- hates leaving Abuelo and Alvaro behind -- and hates being called country kid at his new school. But the pains of moving and middle school turn out to be the least of his problems.When rebel leader Fidel Castro overthrows

Calling all graphic novel fans! Meet Katie the Catsitter—some heroes have capes...Katie has cats! (Lots of cats!) This collectible kitty carrier boxed set includes books 1-4 in the acclaimed, bestselling graphic novel series!“Readers will revel in the heroic antics.” –The New York Times“Ideal for readers seeking the whimsy of Dav Pilkey’s 'Dog Man' tempered with the reassuring tone of Raina Telgemeier’s work.”—School Library JournalBook 1: Katie the CatsitterKatie is dreading the summer without her best friends, until she gets a job catsitting for a mysterious neighbor who has 217 cats! (And they're not exactly . . . normal cats!) Is Katie's neighbor really a supervillain?Book 2: Katie the Catsitter: Best Friends for NeverSchool’s starting and all of Katie’s friends are mad at her! With the help of 217 out-of-the-ordinary cats, can Katie fix things and be the friend she’s always meant to be?Book 3: Katie the Catsitter: Secrets and SidekicksKatie can’t wait to have Beth join her for sid

From award-winning author Tehlor Mejia comes a spine-tingling tale of transformation, mystery, and the monsters we face—inside and out.What big teeth…For twelve-year-old Evan, summertime has always meant carefree days with her family and unlimited time with her best friend, Billie. This year, with her parents on the brink of divorce, she’s staying at Billie’s summer cabin. But Billie only seems to care about crushes these days, and to make matters worse, Evan’s mom’s health obsession has climbed to new heights. The more Evan tries to appease her mom and control her hunger, the sharper it seems to get, until it threatens to drag her under.As Evan tries to cling to the good things in her life, a sinister presence in the woods begins to stir. Kids are scared, and adults think everyone should go home. Determined to stay, Evan starts hunting for the creature and begins to wonder—is it just her imagination, or is the monster inside her?A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR"Absolutel

A thoughtful and gripping exposé of the troubled teen industry, this supernatural thriller explores how a haunted past collides with a traumatized presentto reveal truths that were meant to stay hidden.Welcome to The Farm.Hazel Perez thinks her school project on the abandoned Oakwell Farms School for Girls—the Farm, as it’s known to locals—will be just another assignment. But after a late-night research trip ends with her falling unconscious, she awakens with a desire for revenge that isn’t her own.Desperate to free herself from these sudden violent urges—and the haunting visions of an unknown girl she sees in the mirror—Hazel decides to investigate.As she delves deeper into Oakwell Farms’ past, Hazel discovers theharrowing experiences of the girls who were once forced to live under thewatch of sinister men and encounters the spirits who still linger there. With the help of some unlikely allies, Hazel must navigate a treacherous path of corruption, history, and the supernatural to brin

Effie, a tween-witch in training, navigates the highs and lows of coming of age in Brooklyn from this smash hit graphic novel series! This time she must uncover a local witch playing with teens emotions.Being a teenager is hard — and twelve-year-old Effie's about to find that out for herself! When a witch targets the emotions of teenagers, Effie and fellow witch-in-training Garrance have to go undercover as teenagers themselvesn—luckily it's nothing magic can't do! But this witch might be more than Effie can handle and Effie finds herself in the middle of a duel! Will her friends and family help her through?Don't miss out on the latest Witches of Brooklyn graphic novel! This series continues to grow along with our favorite witch, Effie!“Charming beyond belief.” –Entertainment Weekly

Visit the Island of Misfit Toys in this board book based on the classic 1964 holiday TV special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer that's perfect for toddlers ages 0 to 3.Meet Santa Claus, Hermey, the Bumble, and the rest of Rudolph’s friends from the North Pole. This board book with sturdy pages introduces all the best-loved characters from the iconic Christmas classic story. It’s the perfect stocking-stuffer for children ages 0 to 3.Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has been a beloved holiday tradition since it was first broadcast on December 6, 1964.Series Overview: The fall 2025 Rudolph list includes a Board Book, a Step 2 Step into Reading, and a Full-Color Sticker Book with Stickers.

Celebrate Christmas with this full-color activity book that's based on the classic 1964 holiday TV special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and includes over 50 stickers!Join Santa, Hermey, and the rest of Rudolph's friends as they celebrate Christmas and spread holiday cheer. This full-color activity book featuring puzzles, mazes, and cut-out cards is sure to entertain children ages 3 to 7.Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has been a beloved holiday tradition since it was first broadcast on December 6, 1964.Series Overview: The fall 2025 Rudolph list includes a Board Book, a Step 2 Step into Reading, and a Full-Color Sticker Book with Stickers.

When Jack and Annie got back from their adventure in Magic Tree House #8: Midnight on the Moon, they had lots of questions about planets, stars, and the universe. Learn more along with them as they track the facts about space—available for the first time ever in a nonfiction graphic novel format!Filled with up-to-date information and fun tidbits from Jack and Annie, the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker Graphic Novels are the perfect way for kids to find out more about the topics they discovered in their favorite Magic Tree House adventures!How did the universe begin? How long does it take to get to the moon? How hot is the sun? What does it feel like to be in space? There’s so much to learn, so come along on an out-of-this-world adventure with Jack and Annie as they investigate and explore space—it’s one readers ages 7-10 won’t want to miss!Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid?Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beg

Magic. Mystery. Time-travel. Get whisked away to the Moon on an out-of-this-world adventure with brother-and-sister team Jack and Annie in the #1 bestselling chapter book series, now available as graphic novels!Jack and Annie, are on a mission to save their friend, Morgan le Fey. The magic tree house whisks them away to the . . . MOON! And not only are they on the moon, but they’ve traveled to the FUTURE! This is like no other adventure Jack and Annie have been on before. This mission is OUT OF THIS WORLD!For the first time in graphic novel--live the adventure again with new full-color vibrant art that brings the magic to life!Story Locale:The MoonSeries Overview: Now that we've established shelf presence, we will continute to publish at least two Magic Tree House graphic novels per year.

Celebrate Christmas with this step 1 Step into Reading leveled reader based on the classic 1964 holiday TV special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.Follow Rudolph and his friend Hermey on a journey that takes them from Santa’s workshop to the Island of Misfit Toys and beyond! Based on the classic holiday TV special, this step 1 Step into Reading leveled reader is sure to bring the Christmas spirit to children ages 4 to 6. It’s the perfect stocking stuffer!Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading on their own.Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has been a beloved holiday tradition since it was first broadcast on December 6, 1964.Series Overview: The fall 2025 Rudolph list includes a Board Book, a Step 2 Step into Reading, and a Full-Color Sticker Book with Stickers.

Nate the Great has been asked to help find his friend's parrot. It isn't just any parrot. And time is of the essence—the parrot and others are scheduled to perform at the upcoming 4th of July picnic. Nate the Great, along with his dog Sludge, are on the trail of clues and confident they can solve the case before the big day!Nate is working two cases at once! A double whammy in more ways than one way!The annual 4th of July Picnic is two days away and decorations are going up in Deering Oaks Park. As Nate and Sludge stroll along, they run into their friend Pip and his parrot Prattles. Pip explains that he’s lost his other parrot—Penelope—a drone that he disguised as a parrot, as a friend for Prattles. Pip plans to sing the Star-Spangled Banner with Prattles and Penelope at the picnic so they don’t have much time. The next day, Claude comes calling and asks Nate if he can help solve a case for him. He explains he’s lost Baxter, his drone parrot. A lightbulb goes off in Nate’s head--an ide

From the author of The Violin Conspiracy and Symphony of Secrets comes a mesmerizing page-turner about a musical virtuoso who’s forced into hiding when his family runs afoul of a ruthless criminal organization—and how he uses music to bring his enemies to justiceCurtis Wilson is a cello prodigy, growing up in the Southeast D.C. projects with a drug dealer for a father. But through determination and talent, and the loving support of his father’s girlfriend, Larissa, Curtis claws his way out of his challenging circumstances and rises to unimagined heights in the classical music world—even soloing with the New York Philharmonic.And then, suddenly, his life disintegrates. His father, Zippy, turns state evidence, implicating his old bosses to the FBI. Now the family—Curtis included—must enter the witness protection program if they want to survive. This means Curtis must give up the very thing he loves most: sharing his extraordinary musical talents with the world. When Zippy’s bosses prove

Learn to make the BEST COMIC EVER with Pizza and Taco! Your favorite foodie besties have the BEST TIPS and most fun ACTIVITIES to help you become a super-awesome comic book ARTIST! DRAW right in this book that has panels, puzzles, mazes, quizzes, and STICKERS!If you LOVE comic books and graphic novels, chances are you like to draw them, too...just like Stephen Shaskan! He has been teaching kids how to draw comics for over a decade. For the first time, his foodie buddies Pizza and Taco will show YOU all the elements of comics in their typical hilarious way, while also offering up activities, games, tutorials, and encouragement for readers to draw their own Pizza and Taco story. Parents will appreciate the literacy gains as kids learn about character, setting, and storytelling along with all the interactive activities and drawing fun!Readers will be hungry to collect all eight books in the hilarious Pizza and Taco series! Here are just some of the titles to look out for:Super-Awesome Com

Greco-Roman mythology and the mystery of the vanished Roanoke colony collide in this epic adventure filled with sapphic longing and female rage—a debut novel for fans of Madeline Miller, Jennifer Saint, and Natalie Haynes.Before, Scopuli. It has been centuries since Thelia made the mistake that cost her the woman she loved—Proserpina, the goddess of spring. As the handmaidens charged with protecting Proserpina when she was kidnapped, Thelia and her sisters are banished to the island of Scopuli and cursed to live as sirens—winged half-woman, half-bird creatures. In luring sailors to their deaths with an irresistible song, the sisters hope to gain favor from the gods who could free them. But then ships stop coming, and Thelia fears a fate worse than the Underworld. Just as time begins to run out, a voice emerges, Proserpina’s voice, and what she asks of Thelia will spark a dangerous quest for their freedom.Now, Roanoke. Thelia can’t bear to reflect on her last moments in Scopuli. After w

Join Pizza and Taco's afterschool club in the next installment of this hilarious graphic novel chapter book series! What happens when these foodie besties have to compete with a video game club for members ?Pizza and Taco are serving up more awesomeness with a cool new club! They can't wait to talk about all their favorite interests...including making comic books. Lots of people signed up, so they know it's going to be popular! Then why does everyone go to Cheeseburger's video game club instead?! Pizza and Taco have no choice but to check it out. They just might learn that kids want to make comics just as much as they want to play video games! This hilarious young graphic novel series—with chapters—will tickle the funny bones of kids ages 5-8 and bolster their reading confidence. It's the perfect stepping stone for those who are transitioning to longer chapter books and graphic novels.Readers will be hungry to read all eight books in the series! Here are just a few:Who's the Best?Super

Zip, zap, and zoom through space with Hugo and his best friend Dino on their adventure to find the best mom present ever! An out-of-this-world graphic novel chapter book series filled to the brim with friendship and zany adventures!Oh no! Today is Mami's birthday and Hugo forgot to get her a present! Don't worry, with Hugo's imagination, and some help from Dino, they figure out that the best place to find a gift for the best mom in the world: OUTER SPACE! When they land on the planet of Space Tigers, Hugo is excited to get help from his new alien friends! But it sounds like the Space Tigers have their own problems that need to be solved. Don't worry! Hugo can turn into a Space Tiger and help his new friends out...and hopefully find the best present ever along the way!Series Overview: Book two of a three book series. Book three will be coming out Fall 25. Each book features Hugo turning into something new and going on all-new adventures.

Ring in the Lunar New Year with this sweet picture book by Emmy-winning TV host Michelle W. Park. This heartwarming story follows two sisters as they explore the Korean traditions of Seollal while learning about the importance of family. The author's own dumpling recipe and a fun activity are included at the end!새해 복 많이 받으세요 Saehae bok mani badeuseyo!Madeleine and Eloise are getting ready for their family's Lunar New Year party, and there's so much to do before the guests arrive! From putting on colorful outfits called hanboks and making Korean dumplings called mandoo, to setting up yutnori, a traditional board game, Madeleine shows her younger sister how to prepare for the holiday. But when Madeleine forgets to write a poem to share with the family, Eloise offers to help—and the girls realize that although each tradition is special, what matters most is spending the day together.This festive picture book is a perfect way to learn about Korean New Year traditions, and features a glossa

Your child is ready to crack the code of letters and sounds! Research shows that early phonics instruction is a key to reading success. With Phonics First Steps, kids will practice decoding and build on skills they develop with each book in the 8-book set!Developed by a phonics expert,Phonics First Stepsare an innovative program designed to help kids learn to read, step by step. New and improved—our bright boxed sets include eight little easy-to-decode books (24 pages each), now illustrated in full-color, with an easier to read font for emergent readers—plus a handy parent guide. Children will gainconfidence each time they say, "I read this book!"Set 1 covers short vowels, blends, and more!

Join a young girl and her dog in this Step 2 reader as they joyfully prepare to celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights! Perfect for readers ages 4-6.Raina is excited to celebrate Diwali, a Hindu holiday that symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. Along with her family and her best friend, Lion (a little dog with a big sweet tooth!), Raina helps prepare for the celebration. She decorates the house with clay lamps called diyas, makes beautiful rangoli designs with sand, watches colorful fireworks, and shares sweet treats with Lion. It’s a Diwali to remember!Step 2 Readersuse basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

A holiday picture book from award-winning author/illustrator Lane Smith that features the woodland character, Stickler, who wanders the forest delivering Christmas presents. In a picture book that’s both silly and sweet, readers will be inspired by this story of holiday kindness.Happy-go-lucky Stickler, an original character covered in sticks, is celebrating Christmas by passing out presents for all his friends. He has carefully selected the right stick for each of them, including: a Hop-Higher Stick for Rabbit, an Idea Stick for Crow, an In-a-Pear-Tree Stick for Partridge. But Doug-the-Fir doesn’t want a present, he is too worried about being covered with decorations and lights and being the center of attention. So, Stickler promises to think of a solution and finds the perfect stick. But in order to help his shy friend, Stickler needs to be the one to shine.A Stickler Christmas encourages empathy and kindness with a joyful, lighthearted touch. Lane Smith, the award-winning auth

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The heroic tale of a tiny dragon with a heart of gold and a taste for treats! A scrumptious picture book for fans of funny fairytales and fantastic beasts.Ember has always been different from the other dragons. His fearsome roar sounds more like a polite sneeze, and when he breathes fire, the villagers just pat his head and say awwww.Ember fears he’ll never collect a respectable hoard of gold until a chance encounter with a baker causes his fortunes to turn (and his stomach to grumble). As the little dragon soon discovers, the gold you make is way better than the gold you steal—and gold that is shared? That’s best of all.Magic shimmers on every page of Devin Elle Kurtz’s feel-good picture book that celebrates baked goods, dragons, and generosity in equal measure. Filled with adorable illustrations, this is a perfect read aloud for bedtime or brunchtime!

Join Buster the cat and his friends Chauncey and Nova as they save the day! The purrfect graphic novel series is now available in this two book boxed set!Book 1: Housecat TroubleBuster has only one job: keep the house safe. Too bad he is a massive scaredy-cat. When his owner goes away and he suddenly finds his home filled with monsters, Buster has the biggest challenge he’s ever faced. Can he learn to be brave before his owner gets back?Book 2: Lost and FoundAfter an adventure outside his home to help his owner, Buster now finds himself in the position of helping a lost little cat. Buster, Nova, and Chauncey take to the streets to find the cat's owner. But this strange stray turns out to be a ghost, and a reunion with its owner is going to be a lot harder than they thought! ?