Fans of Brandon Mull and James Riley will love this action-packed, accessible fantasy series opener about one kid’s journey to discover magic as he’s caught up in an epic battle between two powerful ancient orders. Twelve-year-old daydreamer Joey Kopecky’s life has been turned upside down. After acing a series of tests, he’s declared a genius…
This Whimsical and Heartfelt Book Explores a Generational Story of Family and Identity
A whimsical, “honest and heartfelt” (Booklist) generational story of family and identity where hats turn into leeches, ghosts blow kisses from lemon trees, and the things you find at the end of your fishing line might not be a fish at all. Half-Colombian Eddie Aguado has never really felt Colombian. Especially after Papa died. And…
With the Help of Pip the Friendly Monster, this Book Guides Children in Social and Emotional Learning
Does your child appear nervous in social situations? Perhaps they express worries about what other people will think of them, or are sad and withdrawn? Do they seem reluctant to take part in their usual interests and hobbies? These could be signs that your child is struggling with low confidence. This practical guide combines cognitive…
This Wonderful Picture Book Goes Through the Childhood of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas
Clarence Thomas is a Justice of the Supreme Court, one of America’s most important jobs—but he was once a kid just like you! Building houses, planting a vegetable garden, driving his grandfather’s truck, and helping those in need…these are just a few things Clarence Thomas learned while growing up in Pin Point, Georgia. The things…
Join This Unordinary Princess in Reimagined Adventures from the “Princess Florizella” Series
Princess Florizella may live in a classic fairy-tale world, but she’s no ordinary princess… These three stories were originally published under the titles Princess Florizella, Princess Florizella and the Wolves and Princess Florizella and the Giant. They were originally dedicated to her daughter but have been reimagined in this edition which she has dedicated to…
This Charming Story from Natasha Lowe is About Change and Holding on to the Magic of Childhood
“A quietly reassuring story showing that change can be a good thing at times.” Kirkus Reviews “This is a feel-good story…a wonderful read-aloud, especially for snuggling by a fire on a cold night!” School Library Journal “This lovely celebration of quirky individualism applauds both creativity and science.” Booklist Try though she might, ten-year-old Lucy Castor…
A Little Bigfoot Learns to Love Themselves and Share the Love in This Delightful Picture Book
In this delightful follow-up to I Love My Fangs!, a little Bigfoot learns that while it’s important to love yourself, sharing that love is what truly matters. Little Bigfoot loves his fur. Everyone else loves it, too. It is fluffy! It is soft! It is all anyone wants to talk about—until they’d rather talk about…
Some of the Best Literature for High School Reading
The Importance of Being Earnest, Oscar Wilde Farewell to Arms, Earnest Hemingway To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee Animal Farm by George Orwell The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens The Outsiders…
LeBron James and Andrea Williams Team Up to Make This Inspiring Middle-Grade Novel About Basketball and Friendship
Kids have big dreams. And when those dreams are on the line, how far are they willing to go to achieve them? When Jayden and his teammates find out there’s not going to be a Hoop Group this year—and maybe ever again—they have to learn to lean on each other if they want to save…
A Chipmunk Searches for Someone to Sing With in this Sweet, Gentle Picture Book
“This gentle, simply told story addresses the importance and enjoyment of friendship and collaboration.” —Kirkus Reviews A chipmunk searches for someone to sing along with her in this sweet and funny celebration of true friendship, featuring art by New York Times bestselling illustrator Scott Magoon. Chipmunk spends her days sitting on her rock and chirping…
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