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Monkey King and the World of Myths: The Monster and the Maze
Par Maple Lam. 2024
Percy Jackson meets Dragon Ball in the first book of this adorable, funny, and action-packed graphic novel series! Follow along…
as the legendary Monkey King tries to save the world from a mysterious new threat—and smashes his way through the world of ancient Greek mythology in the process!A long-forgotten evil has reemerged, determined to transform everyone—humans, beasts, and gods alike—into monsters. And there&’s only one being who can stop it, or at least that&’s what he thinks. Sun Wukong, aka the Monkey King, is said to be the mightiest of all beasts, and he&’s made a deal with the gods. They will grant him his greatest wish and make him a god too. All he has to do is battle these monsters, defeat this evil, and basically save the world. What could possibly go wrong?Wukong must first journey to Greece, where he&’ll have to figure out how to escape the underworld alive, be a good pet-sitter for a three-headed dog, and ultimately find his way through a labyrinth. But when he comes face-to-face with the Minotaur, will he have what it takes to slay the monster . . . or will the Monkey King&’s story end up a Greek tragedy?Running in Flip-Flops From the End of the World
Par Justin A. Reynolds. 2024
A hilarious middle-grade from justin a. reynolds that asks: What happens when five unsupervised kids face the apocalypse under outrageously…
silly circumstances?When twelve-year-old Eddie Gordon Holloway and his friends are left home from Beach Bash, aka the greatest party of the year, only to realize that everyone in town has disappeared without a trace, they do what any smart, responsible kids would do . . . have the best day ever!No parental supervision sounds fun for a while, but forever is a long time. And soon the gang starts to notice strange things happening around town, and they’re only getting stranger. They have to figure out what happened to their families. It seems like getting to the beach will answer all their questions . . . but the only problem is that some mysterious force seems determined to prevent them from making it there.Eddie knows this is a clear sign -- obviously they should be focused on having as much fun as possible for as long as possible. But everyone deals with the fear differently, and soon the friendships begin to fracture. Can Eddie find a way to get all his friends on the same page? And will they ever make it to the beach?Pizza Shark: A Fin-tastic Feast
Par Mike Lowery. 2024
Don't miss the best underwater pizza party, in this hilariously punny and delicously funny follow-up to Santa Shark, featuring everyone's…
favorite food, from New York Times bestselling creator Mike Lowery!Move over Dinos Love Tacos... here comes PIZZA SHARK! Deep in the ocean, Edgar, a goofy, toothy young shark, and his best crab friend, Lotta, are getting ready for the best kind of party. A pizza party! But Edgar forgot the most important thing... the pizza. What's a pizza party without the pizza?! Thankfully, Lotta knows just what to do. With the help of their underwater friends, they gather the ingredients and toppings to make the most perfect, sealicious pizza all on their own.With laugh-out-loud humor, cheesy puns, and lots of toppings, this story is a tasty treat that all readers are shore to enjoy! So put your chef hat on and get ready for a much-kneaded underwater adventure from our New York Times bestselling and beloved creator, Mike Lowery!Coco and the Caterpillars
Par Geraldo Valério. 2024
A boy loves his garden, and everything in it, especially all the tiny insects. But … his pet chicken Coco…
loves them too! When a boy finds a clutch of butterfly eggs in his garden, he can’t stop thinking about the beautiful butterflies they will become. He keeps the eggs a secret from Coco, who finds all the insects in the garden yummy! The boy watches as the eggs hatch, and brightly striped caterpillars appear, growing bigger and juicier every day. But one day, when his back is turned, Coco gobbles up the caterpillars and falls ill. The boy is torn between worry for Coco and sorrow that the caterpillars have been eaten. But then he makes a wonderful discovery — his dream of butterflies in the garden just might come true after all. Artist Geraldo Valério brings us a charming story inspired by his childhood passion for the butterflies in his family’s garden. Key Text Features dialogue illustrations speech bubbles Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.7 With prompting and support, describe the relationship between illustrations and the story in which they appear (e.g., what moment in a story an illustration depicts). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.3 Describe characters, settings, and major events in a story, using key details. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.9 Compare and contrast the adventures and experiences of characters in stories.Dragons Don't Cook Pizza: A Graphix Chapters Book (The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids Graphix)
Par Marcia Thornton Jones, Debbie Dadey. 2024
There may -- or may not -- be a dragon in the pizzeria in this funny and spooky graphic novel…
from Graphix Chapters.Get drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers aged 6 - 8. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers.When the Bailey School Kids visit Jewel's Pizza Castle, they think they're in for just a regular pizza party, despite the fun medieval decor. But when they see smoke and hear roars coming from the kitchen, they wonder what's going on. Could Sir George be keeping a dragon there?Bob Books - Phonics for Early Readers | Phonics, Ages 4 and up, Kindergarten (Bob Books)
Par Liza Charlesworth. 2024
Created by a teacher, Bob Books have been helping children learn to read for more than forty years! This set…
gives a beginning reader practice with basic phonics skills, setting them up for a successful reading journey.With playful stories, silly illustrations, and a phonics approach based on Science of Reading research, Bob Books keep young readers' confidence high, leading to continued success and a love of reading. Your child will soon join the millions of happy kids who say, "I read the whole book!"®Science of Reading research proves that mastering phonics is key to a child's success in learning to read. Like all Stage 1 Bob Books, these 12 storybooks feature simple words with consistent short vowel sounds. Early readers get lots of practice with foundational phonics skills while giggling at the playful stories and pictures!This set is perfect for children who have never read Bob Books, or for children who have read Bob Books Beginning Readers or Bob Books More Beginning Readers and need more practice before moving on.In this collection you'll find:12 easy-to-read, hilarious stories: 12 pages each, 14-25 unique words per storyA parent guide with tips for helping your child learn to readEach book includes:Decodable text: Two- and three-letter words with short vowels that can be sounded out (cat, it, not, up)Very simple sentences (Sam has a pen.)Very limited sight words (a, of, the)Friendly, simple illustrations that add fun and do not distract from the wordsGuided Reading Levels: B, C | Lexile® Measure: 0 - 130L | Bob Books Level: Stage 1Ages: 4-6 | Grade Levels: PreK, KindergartenOtter Oughta Know
Par Karyn Friedman-Everham. 2024
A hilarious, high-stakes story with bright illustrations and expressive, rhyming text that children will want to read -- and giggle…
through -- again and again!It's an otter on a gator and that otter oughta know that alligator riding is a HUGE no-no.Isn't it? Otter's casual swim turns into a wild ride when she's joined by an unlikely guest... a gator! Animal pals watching from the riverbank are sure Otter oughta know better -- but they soon discover that friendship comes in surprising packages.Buckle up for a rollicking high-stakes story sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats. With vibrant, bold illustrations and enticing wordplay, Otter Oughta Know is perfect for read-aloud fun again and again.Underwater Heist (Diary of a Minecraft Wolf)
Par Winston Wolf. 2023
This 100% unofficial Minecraft chapter book is packed with all the action, adventure, and humor a young gamer could wish…
for! Get ready for the second book in the hilarious Diary of a Minecraft Wolf series.Winston is a Minecraft wolf on a mission: to become best SECRET AGENT Minecraft has ever seen!When a distress signal from the Drowned requests urgent undercover help, he jumps at the chance to prove his skills. It's time for an underwater adventure! Can Winston and his junior agent, Brian, recover the stolen item before anything more sinister happens?Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: Wreck and Roll!: A Marvel Original Graphic Novel
Par Stephanie Williams. 2024
An all-new original story starring Lunella Lafayette (Moon Girl) and her pet dinosaur!Just in time for the debut of her…
original Disney TV show, Lunella Lafayette, the smartest person in the Marvel Universe gets her own original graphic novel! Set under the backdrop of her vibrant Lower East Side community, this hilarious graphic novel with a diverse cast of characters will be a hit with kids everywhere.Las Dagas en la Taza de Té (El Rastro del Complot Libro 6 #6)
Par McDowell Brains. 2021
Sin desprender sus dedos del ratón, Siva no pudo darle clic al botón para enviar su respuesta. No de nuevo.…
Richard le acaba de prevenir que él está bailando con la muerte nuevamente, probablemente, él no sobrevivirá esta vez. A Siva le encanta su prometida y previa modelo. Y a él le aterroriza el pensar en perderla. Pero la investigación del escándalo del dinero de Siva necesita pruebas y evidencias de forma desesperante. En LAS DAGAS EN LA TAZA DE TÉ, la sexta novela en la serie popular del Rastro del Complot, McDowell Brains nos guía hacia un Genocidio Terrible por un General retirado llamado Magodo quien mantiene su amistad con Siva y espiándole. Él debe hacer todo para salvar esta investigación hasta que él logre ponerle a salvo para quien sea que le importe el ejecutar la evidencia después que él sea asesinado.Magic Holidays (Magic Adventures of Arina Solovyova #3)
Par Kryuchkova Elena, Kryuchkova Olga. 2019
The second kitten named Tudor appears in the family of Arina. However, the girl's parents do not suspect that Tudor…
is, in fact, a creature from the wizardly world. Miranda calls for Arina’s help again. Ancient artefacts disappeared in the wizardly community: the hair of the goddess Seth, the spinning wheel of the goddess Frigg and the wings of Thumbelina. An evil magician Fedel who had escaped from the prison and his insidious grandmother Snow White seized them, dreaming to have control over the wizardly worlds. Therefore, all the efforts were hurled into the search for artefacts, in particular, the Knights of the Golden Tree. But suddenly, Miranda and Arina found out that the missing artefacts were somehow connected with the mysterious abduction of Rapunzel. She was kidnapped by a knight in flying sandals right from the open window of her tower. Amazing adventures of Arina Solovyova go on. What will be the end of another fascinating story full of mysterious events?Dog vs. Strawberry
Par Nelly Buchet. 2024
A dog and a strawberry find themselves nose to stem in this hilarious picture book that's perfect for dog lovers.…
An epic battle ensues—who will come out on top?Welcome to the Greatest Race of All Time! Give it up for our reigning champion, the one-and-only DOG! And let&’s have a hand for her opponent: the formidable STRAW-BER-RYYYY! When Dog is handed a strawberry from the fruit bowl, she sizes it up, dances around it, and decides she is going to race the Strawberry--and win. She dashes left, then right, then--oh!-- over the couch in an attempt to outrun her opponent. Strawberry doesn't move, but that doesn't stop Dog from continuing the race. Eventually, it's neck-and-neck... until mom walks in to see what the fuss is about, and SPLAT!Kids everywhere will recognize the rivalry at play here, and will laugh-out-loud at the bright, expressive illustrations and ridiculous scenarios from the award-winning creators of Cat Dog Dog.Curious George Roller Coaster (I Can Read Level 2)
Par H. A. Rey. 2024
Everyone's favorite curious monkey George learns about height and measurement at an amusement park in this Level Two I Can…
Read based on the Curious George TV show.Curious George can’t wait to ride the Turbo Python 3000 with his friends Betsy and Steve at the amusement park. But he is not tall enough! Will George figure out how to ride the roller coaster before the end of the day? Curious George Roller Coaster is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the engaging stories, longer sentences, and language play of Level Two books are proven to help kids take their next steps toward reading success.Teenage Dirtbags
Par James Acker. 2024
From the author of The Long Run comes another unflinchingly raw and boldly hilarious novel about an unlikely group of teens coming…
together to exact revenge on the person who wronged them.All&’s fair in love and revenge…Phil Reyno is a &“troublemaker.&” With a punk aesthetic and a quick temper, Phil knows that it&’s surprising to see him dating universally beloved Cameron Ellis, whose viral coming out video made him an internet darling.Jackson Pasternak is a &“good guy.&” Junior class president, star rower, and Ivy bound, Jackson is burnt out and misses the only person who ever truly knew him—his ex-best friend, Phil.When Cameron dumps Phil and torpedoes his already-iffy reputation in the process, Phil hatches a plot to expose Cameron as the two-faced liar he truly is. And he finds the perfect weapon in his old pal Jackson, who agrees to infiltrate Cameron&’s circle and uncover dirt.But as Phil and Jackson rediscover their friendship—and more—they start to wonder… Will knocking Cameron off his pedestal really solve their problems?Praise for The Long Run&“Written with equal doses of heart and ferocity, this is a fabulous debut.&” —Abdi Nazemian, author of Stonewall Honor book Like a Love Story and The Chandler Legacies&“Raw, real, electric, and unputdownable.&” —Steven Salvatore, critically acclaimed author of And They Lived…&“James Acker is a splashy new voice with an unforgettable romcom about tough guys with soft hearts.&” —Adam Sass, award-winning author of Surrender Your Sons and The 99 Boyfriends of Micah Summers* &“A stunning novel.&” —Bookpage, starred reviewBig Day Out
Par Jacqueline Wilson. 2012
Enjoy four very special days out this World Book Day, in this collection of fun short stories from Jacqueline Wilson.…
From a trip to the country to a seaside outing and a funfair adventure, Big Day Out is a wonderful treat for dedicated fans of Jacqueline Wilson, and for readers who are discovering her for the very first time.Bad Habits
Par Flynn Meaney. 2021
'Heart-warming and hilarious, this is a book you need on your shelves in these bleak times.' Irish TimesPerfect for fans…
of Sex Education and Derry Girls.Alex is a rebel with a purple fauxhawk and biker boots.St Mary's Catholic School is the strict boarding school where she's currently trapped.Despite trying everything she can to get expelled, she's still stuck with the nuns, the prudish attitude and the sexism. So Alex decides to take matters into her own hands. She's going to stage the school's first ever production of The Vagina Monologues . . .Trouble is, no one else at St Mary's can even bear to say the word 'vagina' out loud!A riotously funny novel about the importance of friendship and finding your voice.Bad Becky in Trouble
Par Gervase Phinn. 2005
Bad Becky is cheeky (but charming), opinionated and always in some kind of trouble. But you can't help loving her!…
I mean wouldn't you rather hear a story about a princess who gets gobbled up by the dragon rather than another soppy one wher the prince saves the princess? And if a magician at a party was rubbish wouldn't you point it out? And who wants their horrible Great Aunt Mildred visiting? So really, Becky is just doing everyone a favour...A wickedly funny new series for readers gaining confidence. Bad Becky's got attitude!Bad Becky
Par Gervase Phinn. 2004
Bad Becky is cheeky, opinionated and always in some kind of trouble. But you can't help loving her! I mean…
wouldn't you rather hear a story about a princess who gets gobbled up by the dragon rather than another soppy one where the prince saves the Princess? And if a magician at a party was rubbish wouldn't you point it out? And who wants their horrible Great Aunt Mildred visiting? So really, Becky is just doing everyone a favour...The first book in a wickedly funny new series for readers gaining confidence. Bad Becky's got attitude!The Attack of the Robot Librarians (Tuchus & Topps Investigate #2)
Par Sam Copeland, Jenny Pearson. 2023
'Will have youngsters giggling and guffawing from first page to last!' Lancashire Evening PostIt's a new year at Little Strangehaven…
Primary but things are just as weird as last term . . .Who put laser-eyed robot librarians in charge of class discipline? What's with the new pedal-powered desks? And what does it all have to do with the mysterious goings-on in the cellar?Spy-detectives Tuchus and Topps reckon it's got to be something to do with Pamela Stranglebum and her sinister company, Minerva Industries. With the help of their Scottish gargoyle chum Gregor, can Lenny and Agatha uncover the truth before it's too late . . .?Araminta's Wedding
Par Jilly Cooper Obe. 1993
A Country House Extravaganza Story by Jilly Cooper. Pictures by Sue Macartney-Snape.Rufus, fifth Earl of Atherstone, has no son and…
gloomily contemplates his vast Lincolnshire estate passing into the hands of his plain but good-natured daughter, Araminta, and her grasping cousin, Piggy Atherstone, who is determined to marry her. A serious rival for Araminta's hand, however, materialises in Bounder Cartwright, a debonair money-market gambler, whose sexual conquests are as prolific as his investments are suddenly catastrophic. By Ascot he has won the day and the wedding is fixed for September.Then, at the last minute, the events of the previous Boxing Night catch up with the Atherstones in a surprising way. Will the wedding take place or not? The combination of Jilly Cooper's irreverent tale of country house life with the colourful and perceptive paintings of Sue Macartney-Snape which inspired it, presents a wickedly funny portrait of the English upper classes at play. Araminta's Wedding is irresistible fireside reading for even the coldest of stately homes.