“In this goofy second-person POV story, the reader gets to make decisions and progress through the mystery in choose-your-own-path fashion. This interactive whodunit will make a fun choice for reluctant readers looking for humor alongside mystery and make-believe.” – Booklist With school back in session and the creepiest time of the year coming this way,…
A team of talkative plants, a curious spider, and a grumpy goldfish use their newfound magical abilities
An instant New York Times bestseller!“An absolute delight!” —Katherine Applegate, #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Award–winning author of The One and Only Ivan An unlikely team of talkative plants, a curious spider, and a grumpy goldfish use their newfound magical abilities to defend their family from a greedy human in this “utterly charming”…
Four friends and the magical bookstore that holds them together
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants gets a revamp for the modern era in this excellent story surrounding four tweens, a book club, and a potentially magical bookstore. Pass to any middle-grade or young YA reader interested in realistic fiction with loads of heart. – Booklist, Starred Review The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants meets…
A true story that tugs at your heart strings: Hug for a Punch
Hug for a Punch: The inspiring story of Punch, the tiny, orphaned monkey who has captured the hearts of millions around the world. Viral social media sensation Punch and his beloved stuffed orangutan have captivated internet users worldwide. Now the heartwarming tale of his search for love and belonging is available for the first time…
Love poetry and the USA? Come along for a 50 poem journey through: My America!
In My America, Lee Bennett Hopkins weaves together fifty poems — grouped by geographic region — to create a remarkable portrait of the United States. Here is America in all its stunning variety, from the dramatic seacoast of the Northeast and the rippling cornfields of the Plains States to the shimmering deserts of the Southwest and the…
Trick-or-Treat with an Old Favorite: Duck and Goose Get Ready for Halloween
Does your house has a well-loved copy of Duck and Goose somewhere on the shelf? Are there any spine cracked, corners soft from a hundred bedtime reads? You’re going to want to make room for one more. The beloved characters from the Apple TV+ animated series are back for a Halloween adventure, and this hardcover…
Why I Let My Students Play Super Smash Bros (Yes, Really)
When I tell other educators that I use Super Smash Bros. as a tool in my work with teenagers, I usually get one of two reactions: a knowing smile, or a raised eyebrow that says aren’t you supposed to be teaching them something? Fair question. Here’s my answer: I am. For anyone who hasn’t picked…
English and Spanish labels introduce young readers to all the common foods and items found at the grocery store
A bilingual picture book from the Emmy Award–winning creator of El Tigre, featuring a spunky girl on a mission at the local bodega for her grandfather’s birthday. Hola, Lola! To the Bodega has over 100 first words in English and Spanish! Un libro bilingüe, de la creadora de la serie El Tigre: las aventuras de…
Dive In: When You Can Swim Celebrates the Wonder Waiting Beyond Fear
For children who hesitate at the water’s edge, Jack Wong’s When You Can Swim offers something more powerful than swimming lessons. it offers a reason to want to try. Through luminous illustrations and lyrical prose, Wong captures the sensory magic of the natural world: the cool rush of a small waterfall, the amber glow of…
Eat the Rainbow with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Eric Carle’s beloved Very Hungry Caterpillar is back. This time, he’s hungry for color! The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Rainbow Foods is a brand-new board book that turns the simple joy of eating into a full-spectrum adventure for little ones aged 0–3. Shaped like a rainbow with vibrantly colored page edges, each spread is dedicated to…
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