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Ari Avatar is just your average Roblox kid living in a blocky world! Battle monsters and avoid disasters in a Roblox world -- all through the eyes of Ari and his friends. Diary of a Roblox Pro is a must-read for any kid who loves to game!Ari and his friends have discovered a portal to a parallel universe. And Ari is shocked to find that in this world, he's a millionaire! With a butler, dragon pets, and all the candy he could possibly eat, why would Ari ever want to go back home? Or is there something more threatening in this universe that Ari can't see?Join Ari and his friends on the seventh unofficial Diary of a Roblox Pro adventure!

When Steve Jobs died in 2011, the world mourned the passing of one of the most influential inventors and business leaders in history. Readers will learn about Jobs' incredible life and get a close loo

Winner of the 2011 Newbery Award.The movement of the train rocked me like a lullaby. I closed my eyes to the dusty countryside and imagined the sign I’d seen only in Gideon’s stories: Manifest—A Town

Ari Avatar is just your average Roblox kid living in a blocky world! Battle monsters and avoid disasters in a Roblox world -- all through the eyes of Ari and his friends.Diary of a Roblox Prois a must-read for any kid who loves to game!Ari and his friends have discovered a portal to a parallel universe. And Ari is shocked to find that in this world, he's a millionaire! With a butler, dragon pets, and all the candy he could possibly eat, why would Ari ever want to go back home? Or is there something more threatening in this universe that Ari can't see?Join Ari and his friends on the seventh unofficialDiary of a Roblox Proadventure!

PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BESTSELLER - Things are about to go from bad to wolf in the howlingly entertaining third book of the beloved Wingfeather Saga, with more than one million copies sold! NOW AN ANIMATED SERIES - Based on Andrew Peterson's epic fantasy novels--starring Jody Benson, Henry Ian Cusick, and Kevin McNally. Executive Producer J. Chris Wall with Shining Isle Productions, and distributed by Angel Studios.Janner, Tink, and Leeli Igiby, the Lost Jewels of Anniera, are hiding from Gnag the Nameless in the Green Hollows, one of the few places in the land of Aerwiar not overrun by the Fangs of Dang. But there's a big problem. Janner's little brother--heir to the throne of Anniera--has grown a tail. And gray fur. Not to mention two pointed ears and long, dangerous fangs. To the suspicious folk of the Green Hollows, he looks like a monster. But Janner knows better. His brother isn't as scary as he looks. He's perfectly harmless. Isn't he? Full of characters rich in heart, smarts, and co

Gooaal! Soccer fans, get your game on with this book about one of the biggest tournaments in women's sports. The first international women's soccer match was in 1881, but the Women's World Cup didn't become official until 1991 -- 110 years later! Read about the courageous, soccer-loving women who worked hard to have a World Cup of their own in this addition to the Who HQ series. Young readers will learn about the history of women's soccer, star players, and iconic wins! From Team USA's record-breaking four championships to Japan's inspiring win in 2011, this book is full of heartwarming and exciting stories about incredible athletes across decades!

Enjoy every classic Frog and Toad story from the Caldecott Honor- and Newbery Honor-winning creator Arnold Lobel in one book! Join the beloved duo as they spend their days together eating ice cream, finding lost buttons, waiting for spring to come, and more. This bind-up includes all the Frog and Toad Level 2 I Can Reads: Frog and Toad Are FriendsFrog and Toad TogetherFrog and Toad All YearDays with Frog and Toad

Find out all about George Washington, Founding Father and first president of the United States, and the key role he played in the American Revolution and the colonial bid for independence from Great Britain.Aligned with The Science of Reading, Common Core Standards, and key U.S. curricula, this book is the perfect support in learning all about George Washington and his monumental impact on U.S. history. Part of the immersive new DK Super History series, this informative and inclusive book offers young learners the full picture about a key figure in history. It takes a 360-degree look at the life and work of George Washington, exploring his background and key people in his life, his role in important events, and the influence they had on history. The main narrative is supported by different perspectives, primary and secondary sources, infographics, and an engaging graphic novel style story. With specially designed spreads that build skills in historical inquiry and interpretation and ma

Half vampire, half fairy, totally unique!Isadora is special because she is different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and she's a bit of both. Isadora can fly and do magic, but there's one thing she has never tried, and that's riding a bike.Luckily, her mum and dad and best friend, Zoe, are eager to help. Maybe it is possible for a vampire fairy to learn to ride a bike after all . ..?With irresistible pink and black artwork throughout by author/illustrator Harriet Muncaster and a totally unique heroine with an out-of-this-world family, this is a beautiful, charming and funny series of first chapter books. Perfect for fans of Claude, Dixie O'Day, and Squishy McFluff, Isadora Moon is the ideal choice for readers who want their magic and sparkle with a bit of bite.

Get to know global superstar Beyoncé in this push, pull and slide book. Perfect for little members of the Beyhive!Little Superstars: Beyoncéis an interactive introduction to the influential singer, performer and businesswoman, and empowers young children to follow their dreams.Push, pull and slide the scenes to discover Beyoncé’s incredible life story, and even dance and sing along with her!With bright, colourful illustrations by Jayri Gómez, fun rhyming text and lots of detail to spot, young children will want to revisit this book again and again.

Cross lava caves, enchant armor, and travel into the Nether and beyond with the Official Minecraft Workbook for 2nd Grade! Includes 100+ colorful reward stickers.Pick up your pencils and get ready to learn with creepers, piglins, Endermen, and more—in the Official Minecraft Workbook series! With playful, game-based reading and math exercises, inventive end-of-lesson Minecraft Missions, reward stickers, and a fun completion certificate, second graders will practice and reinforce key classroom concepts including:sight wordsspelling and vocabularydecoding wordsexploring numbers and valuesmulti-digit addition and subtractionparts of speech and reading... and more!

With over 100 pages of travel-themed activities, this brightly illustrated book is perfect for children to take on holidays and journeys. There are all kinds of fun puzzles, from wordsearches and mazes, to spot the difference and Sudoku, as well as pencil-and-paper games for one or two players - bingo, boxes, noughts and crosses, and more.

A study little board book full of gardening fun for babies and toddlers.Five easy-to-use sliders, a rhyming story and lots to spot and say in this new title in the internationally bestselling Bizzy Bear series.Each busy spread is full of little details to spot and talk about, and in this charming garden story Bizzy Bear needs You! By pushing, pulling and turning the mechanisms, little hands can move the story onto the next scene and bring the rhyming text to life!The high level of interaction builds confidence and engagement with books from a young age, and this is a key stepping stone to reading for toddlers and preschoolers.Illustrated by multi-award-winning Benji Davies, the creator of The Storm Whale, and Grandad's Island.Collect more in the Bizzy Bear series: Vet's Clinic, Ship's Captain, Fire Rescue, Farmyard Fun and lots more.

The next title in the Pip and Posy felt flap series for babies and toddlers. This bright, cheerful book with soft felt flaps is ideal for babies and toddlers. The sturdy felt flaps are soft but tuggable, and the charming artwork from Axel Scheffler, the illustrator of The Gruffalo, brings the story and characters to life.Pip and Posy are playing hide-and-seek at the park, but Pip can't find Posy anywhere. Can you help him find his friend?This robust board book is great for curious hands who love to explore and tug on the felt flaps again and again (and again) while they look for Pip and Posy on every page. Other titles in the series include: In the Garden, At the Seaside, At Christmas and At the Party.

What if a blue whale and a mosquito had a fight? Who do you think would win?This nonfiction reader compares and contrasts two unlikely animals: a blue whale and a mosquito! Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more. Then compare and contrast the battling pair before finally discovering the winner!This nonfiction series is full of facts, photos, and realistic illustrations, and it includes a range of mammals, sea creatures, insects, and dinosaurs to satisfy all kinds of animal fans.

It’s a snow day today—and Maisy and friends are going outside! A First Experiences story celebrates the everyday pleasures of the season.One day Maisy wakes up to a wonderful surprise: it’s snowing! After putting on her coat, scarf, and gloves, she heads outside, where everything looks beautiful covered in snow, even if it’s cold.Brrr!In the park, Eddie and Cyril are catching snowflakes on their tongues, while Charley and Tallulah throw snowballs. Maisy joins in the fun, and soon she and her friends are building a snowman and sledding down a hill. Yippee! When it gets too cold, the whole crew returns inside for hot cocoa and a snuggle. Warm and delightful, this First Experiences book captures the joys of a snowy day spent with friends.

Olga can’t stand being called cute all the time—by her family, her friends, and even random strangers on the street—so her group of odd but lovable characters, each with their own special quirks, helps her discover her own hidden talents and qualities.Olga finds a creature in her garbage can one day, and all it says is “MEH!” It won’t eat, it won’t sleep, it snores, it stinks, and Olga adores it! And she’s determined to learn everything about it. She declares it an Olgamus, names it Meh, and studies it like mad. After a few days, she learns all about the scientific method, Jane Goodall, some of her favorite odd creatures, the ins and outs of friendship, and every human’s use for living in a community—and also that Meh loves olives.Perfect for fans of Dear Dumb Diary and My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish, and great preparation for El Deafo, Roller Girl, and Smile, the humor and two-color line art in Olga and the Smelly Thing from Nowhere are both irreverent and accessible.

The second installment in Stutz and Fox's adorable early graphic novel series about a pair of sibling ghosts who are experts at raising spirits, perfect for fans of the Narwhal and Jelly series and Peter & Ernesto.Happy-go-lucky Cleo and science buff Fitz are back again and they are feeling . . . inspired (much to their cat, Mister Boo's, dismay).Follow the most adorable siblings this way of the afterlife through ten gut-busting creative farces, including flexing their storytelling muscles with ghost stories and writing, casting, and producing their first film.Jonathan Stutzman and Heather Fox, the dynamo team responsible for our favorite doomsday-prone Llama, conjure up another collection of silly and heartwarming stories in the Fitz and Cleo universe that are perfect for newly independent readers and comics enthusiasts alike.

The seventh book in a thrilling, magical, and action-packed new fantasy series, illustrated throughout and perfect for 7-9 year olds!In the land of Draconis, there are no dragons. Once, there were. Once, humans and dragons were friends, and created the great city of Rivven together.But then came the Dragon Storm, and the dragons retreated from the world of humans. To the men and women of Draconis, they became legends and myth. When dragonseer, Connor, and his dragon, Lightspirit, solve an impossible puzzle, they are taken immediately to the palace.There they meet someone who needs their help to stop the Dragon Storm, and save Draconis from a terrible war!But something isn't adding up ... and not everyone can be trusted. Can Connor and Lightspirit work out who's really behind the Dragon Storm before it's too late?An exciting new fantasy series from the highly acclaimed author of Orion Lost, brilliantly illustrated throughout, and perfect for fans of Beast Quest and Dragon Mountain.

Join in the fun with Pip and Posy and their friends as they have outdoor adventures, look and find out and about and have lots of fun playing and exploring in the fresh air. Have fun completing the puzzles, drawing, colouring and using lots of stickers. This busy activity book will keep children entertained for hours.

Join Simon and Chester in their second adventure featuring all the ups-and-downs of a sleepover party! A hilarious new graphic novel series for fans of The Bad Guys and Dog Man.Welcome to the world of Simon and Chester, ghost and boy duo extraordinaire.They like to kick butt and take names.They don't like chores.They are best friends.And they are about to hit Chester's VERY FIRST SLEEPOVER.(Oh, and eat some snacks probably.)Join Simon and Chester in their second adventure, and fall in love with this hilarious odd couple by fan favorite author and illustrator Cale Atkinson.

Come and meet Pip and Posy, best friends who love to play and laugh, and get stuck into the fun and games that bring these two together. Join Pip and Posy and their friends as you use the stickers to complete the puzzles. With spot the difference, jigsaw puzzles, sticker scenes and much more, this delightful book will keep children entertained for hours.

A new addition to the bestselling Indestructibles series for babies: Rendered in high-contrast color with black-and-white patterned backgrounds, this book focuses on action words, early movement, and body part identification. And as always, rip-proof, drool-proof, and totally washable.In Touch Your Nose! two adorable babies play together and identify different parts of the body. Can you wiggle your toes? Touch your nose? Rendered in high contrast color, with black and white patterned backgrounds, this book focuses on action words, basic early movement, and body part identification. And it's indestructible!

Follow the adventures of Little Bunny through the sunny meadow in this quirky board book that's full of flaps to lift and sliders to slide! This quirky board book follows the adventures of Little Bunny on a journey through the meadow on a sunny day. Little Bunny stops to smell some flowers and sees Butterfly and Ladybug. Then Little Bunny continues into the forest and finds Squirrel and Bird. Next, Little Bunny heads to the pond and watches Frog, Duck, and the ducklings in the water. And at the end of the day, Little Bunny sees bees and Bear hiding behind the beehive, and then hops home to bed. Features flaps to lift and sliders to slide throughout.

Vivi loves science! In this STEM-themed Level 3 I Can Read! title, Vivi and her friends visit the aquarium and are introduced to the concepts of density and buoyancy. A great choice for aspiring scientists, emerging readers, and fans of Andrea Beaty's Ada Twist, Scientist. Includes activities, a glossary, and a fun experiment to do at home. Vivi loves science--and experimenting! In this Level 3 I Can Read! title, Vivi and her classmates visit an aquarium and learn about the creatures living in the big display tank. But why do some fish swim while others bury themselves in the sand? Vivi will have to experiment to find out!The Loves Science books introduce readers to girls who love science, as well as basic concepts of science, technology, engineering, and math. This Level 3 I Can Read! explores swimming, sinking, floating, and density, and includes an experiment to try at home. A great pick for newly independent readers and an ideal companion to Cece Loves Science: Push and Pull and Li

A ghost and a kid team up to solve mysteries and do fun stuff! A hilarious new graphic novel series for fans of Bad Guys and Dog Man.Welcome to the world of Simon and Chester, ghost and boy duo extraordinaire.They don't like chores.They are best friends.And they are about to solve the MYSTERY OF A LIFETIME.(Oh, and eat some snacks probably.)Join Simon and Chester in their first adventure, and fall in love with this hilarious odd couple by fan favorite author and illustrator Cale Atkinson.

Discover the fascinating world of our furry companions withWoof! The Truth About DogsbyAnnette Whipple. This engaging and informative book is filled with fun facts, photographs, illustrations, and all the answers to your burning questions about man’s best friend.Amusing & Informative:Written in an engaging question-and-answer format, this book is both entertaining and educational. Readers will learn about various aspects of dogs' behavior, communication, and history.Vibrant Illustrations:Colorful photographs and illustrations bring the world of dogs to life on the pages, capturing the attention of young readers and enhancing their understanding of the topics discussed.Extra Insights:In addition to the author's informative text, readers will enjoy hearing from the dogs themselves, who provide additional insights and perspectives on their behavior and experiences.Perfect for Ages 8-12:Geared towards children aged 8-12 and grade levels 2-4,Woof! The Truth About Dogsis accessible and e

A lively retelling of the classic Aesop's fable for young English language learners, beautifully illustrated and full of character and humour. "Hello, I'm new here!" says Hare to slow, quiet old Tortoise. Hare talks very fast, and likes to run and jump, and before Tortoise can think twice, he has agreed to an impossible race. But maybe Hare is a little too confident, and Tortoise has a chance of winning after all? And maybe both Hare and Tortoise have some lessons to learn about determination, believing in yourself and winning and losing well. With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English. Beautifully produced, with world-class full-colour artwork throughout, this classic story is retold in a fluent and natural style, made highly accessible for English language learners. This is part of a series devised and edited in collaboration with acclaimed ELT consultant Peter Viney.CEFR: A1 Lexile: 440L Key Stage: EYFS, KS1

Matilda and her dad are very different. Matilda is fast and Dad is slow. Matilda is tidy and Dad is messy, and Matilda is quiet and Dad is very, very loud. They're off to find treasure, but Dad keeps

A sweet and hilarious chapter book about a boy and a bat, two unlikely friends who bond over loneliness, jellyrolls and Darth Vader.Daniel Misumi has just moved to a new house. It's big and old and far away from his friends and his life before. AND it's haunted . . . or is it?Megabat was just napping on a papaya one day when he was stuffed in a box and shipped halfway across the world. Now he's living in an old house far from home, feeling sorry for himself and accidentally scaring the people who live there.Daniel realizes it's not a ghost in his new house. It's a bat. And he can talk. And he's actually kind of cute.Megabat realizes that not every human wants to whack him with a broom. This one shares his smooshfruit.Add some buttermelon, juice boxes, a lightsaber and a common enemy and you've got a new friendship in the making!This charming, funny story is brought to life by Kass Reich's warm and adorable illustrations. There's never been a bat this cute -- readers will be rooting for

Terry and the Brilliant Book is a warm and witty book about sharing and the joy to be found in reading and playing with friends. Terry and Sue are best friends. And every year, for their birthdays, th

The Sharing a Shell Sticker Book is a must-have for fans of the bestselling picture book Sharing a Shell. It's packed with games, activities and over 400 stickers. Perfect for birthdays, rainy days and school holidays - a great gift for any child.From Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, an unstoppable picture book pairing, and creators of the modern classics What the Ladybird Heard and What the Ladybird Heard Next. Other Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks sticker books to collect: Sugarlump and the Unicorn Sticker Book, The Princess and the Wizard Sticker Book and The Rhyming Rabbit Sticker Book.

"Fee!" he said, and "Fi!" he said, and "Fo!" he said and "Fum!" Look out children, the Giant of Jum is grumpy and hungry and he's off in search of a tasty snack. And the tastiest of all is a boy known

Engaging stories covering famous figures, sports personalities and events, mysteries, disasters, legends and mythology, and amazing facts in science and nature hold students' interest and capture thei

An amazing new Richard Scarry collection filled with hilarious stories about jet planes, rockets, spacecraft and other things that fly! It's the perfect partner to Cars and Trucks and Things that Go and set to be a new Scarry favourite.In this collection Huck takes flying lessons, we learn how planes and birds fly, the cat family goes to the air show, and Wolfgang Wolf, Benny Baboon and Harry Hyena take a trip to the moon in their own rocket! Packed with amazing Scarry detail and with stories that can be read again and again, this book will give hours of fun to fans of planes, rockets and flying!

With the help of this book, toddlers will love learning to say NO to hitting?and screaming and squeezing and yelling?and YES to fun! Refreshingly honest and all too true, this funny book is perfect fo

Once there was a little island in the ocean. That little island changes as the seasons come and go. The storm and the day and night change it. So do the lobsters and seals and gulls that stop by. Then

The Cat in the Hat proudly presents books for the youngest of the young! The stories are brief and funny, the words are few and easy and have a happy, catchy rhythm, and the pictures are clear and col

Diggers are noisy, strong and big. Diggers can carry and push and dig.Be dazzled by the diggers and their daffy animal drivers in this bright and bouncy picture book.Zippy wordplay, zappy art, plus a helpful picture dictionary make learning about machines fun!

Ari Avatar is just your average Roblox kid living in a blocky world! Battle monsters and avoid disasters in a Roblox world -- all through the eyes of Ari and his friends. Diary of a Roblox Pro is a must-read for any kid who loves to game!When Ari, Jez and Zeke visit the army base with Zeke's dad, they find themselves in Professor Gilford's laboratory once again. But when a certain sneaky rat activates one of the inventions, the gang ends up in an unexpected location... the rat's own cage! Now Ari and his friends are shrunk, scared, and trapped! Can they find a way out and survive the rat attack?