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Sir Cumference and the 100 PerCent Goose Chase (Sir Cumference)
Par Cindy Neuschwander. 2023
Medieval math favorite Sir Cumference series is back! Lady Di of Ameter and Percilla Centwell figure out parts of a…
whole in this fun percent introduction.Percilla Centwell and Lady Di are off to Gaggleston-on-Green to deliver Percilla's flock of one hundred geese to the townspeople who ordered them. When some of the geese go missing on the way, Percilla and Lady Di must figure out a way to make sure all of the customers still get their fair share of the flock. In this latest medieval math adventure, readers learn about finding percents as part of a whole by using fractions. The endnote includes step-by-step instructions for calculating percent.Mia and the Too Big Tutu (My First I Can Read)
Par Robin Farley. 2010
Meet Mia, the kitten who loves ballet! This sweet I Can Read story’s adorable illustrations and dance dictionary is perfect…
for fans of the Tallulah books and for aspiring ballerinas of all ages. On her first day at dance class, Mia can’t wait to put on her bouncy pink tutu. There’s only one problem: her tutu is too-too big! It falls down and Mia falls over it with every step. But just as Mia starts to get upset, she meets Ruby—and Mia realizes that no setback is too hard to handle with a good friend by your side.Mia and the Too Big Tutu is a My First I Can Read book, which means it’s perfect for shared reading with a child.Unnaturals: Escape from Lion's Head (Unnaturals Ser. #2)
Par Devon Hughes. 2017
In the second book in the action-packed Unnaturals duology, perfect for fans of the Animorphs or Warriors series, the amazing hybrid…
animal heroes embark on a dangerous journey as they fight to find home.K-07M0 has never had a name. As a fox-bat, she has lived her entire life silently hiding from the other hybrids and the scientists who created her…until the day a new animal gives her the name Kozmo and they help each other escape the underground lab.In the outside world Kozmo meets a pack of hybrids just like her, led by a feisty eagle-dog named Castor. But Castor and his pack are being viciously pursued, and Kozmo is forced to do something she's never done before: trust others to survive. Kozmo will discover that Castor and his friends have unexpected human allies but can they uncover the truth about why the Unnaturals were created together?Leonard & Loulou
Par Esther Buerki. 2019
A friendship between a boy and a talking cat leads to a magical adventure—and reveals some important secrets. When…
Leonard wakes up one morning, a cat is sitting on his bed. Then the cat begins to talk—and Leonard soon confides in his new friend, Loulou, that he really doesn&’t want to go to school this morning. He&’s not very happy there. Thus begins the start of a wonderful friendship . . . Loulou will take Leonard to the world of cats and dogs and teach him how to be more self-confident—while Leonard teaches the cats and dogs how human beings express their feelings. Esther Buerki started writing this charming story when her own son didn&’t want to go to school and would have preferred to stay at home with his little cat. Leonard & Loulou helps young children and adults alike to speak about their emotions, even about difficult subjects like bullying and feelings of inadequacy, and encourages a message of self-esteemMr. Putter & Tabby Ring the Bell (Mr. Putter & Tabby #22)
Par Cynthia Rylant, Arthur Howard. 2011
It&’s back to school time, and some very special guests are coming to class! &“These four neighbors are great company.&”—Kirkus…
Reviews Dong! Dong! Dong! The school bell is ringing. The crispy fall wind is blowing. Mr. Putter wishes he could go back to school—even for just one day. Then he has an idea: How about a visit during show-and-tell with Mrs. Teaberry, Tabby the cat, and Zeke the dog? The teacher agrees, but there&’s one problem. She and the students expect to see some pet tricks. Will Tabby and Zeke be able to deliver? &“An amusing fall-flavored offering from the Mr. Putter and Tabby series that&’s good for reading aloud or reading alone.&”—BooklistCurtis Gets Ready to Dream: A Bedtime Story to Guide Your Child to Sleep
Par Catrina Stiller. 2017
Make bedtime a breeze: &“A great way to help your little one learn some simple relaxation techniques.&” —Dana Obleman, author…
of The Sleep Sense Program Curtis is a young dog who does not like to go to bed. He argues with his mother and fights his bedtime. But then his mother establishes a routine for him that, when followed, earns him rewards. Curtis uses an imaginative method of progressive muscle relaxation to train his mind and body how to prepare for sleep. Through beautiful illustrations, the pretend play of the main character comes to life and encourages children to follow along—and drift off into dreamland.Run, Rikki, Run
Par Margie Fisher. 2018
This beautifully illustrated children&’s book offers a touching story in verse about a young racehorse facing the challenges of growing…
up. In Run, Rikki, Run, a young racehorse named Rikki faces the reality that his days of playing in the pasture are over. He must now enter the world of competitive racing where he will be judged by his performance. But what if he loses? In desperation, Rikki turns to his friends for advice, but their answers only make him more confused. Finally, Rikki discovers a solution to his fear from a very unlikely source. Run, Rikki, Run is a timeless story about the exciting and frightening moments in life when change is inevitable. Everyone must grow up, and part of growing up is overcoming our fears in order to reach our full potential.This Dog Team Live In The House: Written and Illustrated by Beverly Stevens
Par Beverly Stevens. 2007
This Dog Team Lives in the House is a tender story of an adopted dog, Spirit, who must learn how…
to belong in her new, very unusual family. Joining eleven sled dogs that all live in the house, Spirit discovers that when you try your best, amazing results can be achieved. In this heartwarming story, the author's life is captured in the illustrations, which combine watercolor with photographs from her personal album. Within this actual family of sled dogs living in a suburban Alaska neighborhood, Spirit discovers the success of working as a team member, and the joy of being part of a loving family.Kimmick Come Home: Written and Illustrated by Beverly Stevens
Par Beverly Stevens. 2012
Kimmick Come Home is a story of a young puppy who runs away because she thinks she is too funny-looking…
to be a famous sled dog like her Mom. But what can she be? Kimmick's journey takes her on many adventures, from outrunning a moose to rescuing herself from a rushing river—all under the watchful eye of “Magpie,” a wise bird who encourages Kimmick to go back home where she belongs. Kimmick learns that it's not how she looks on the outside that counts, but how she feels about herself on the inside that is important.Knights vs. Dinosaurs (Knight Versus Ser.)
Par Matt Phelan. 2018
An ALA Notable Title“Absurdly entertaining. Victorious on all fronts.”—Booklist (starred review)Renowned for their courage, their chivalry, and their ability to…
fight mythical creatures, the Knights of the Round Table must face their most dangerous opponents yet—DINOSAURS!This heavily illustrated middle grade novel from award-winning author and artist Matt Phelan is a hilarious, rip-roaring tale of derring-do perfect for reluctant readers and fans of How to Train Your Dragon and The Terrible Two. Let me tell you a secret about the Knights of the Round Table: they don’t have much to do. The realm is at peace and dragons are few and far between. So Merlin decides to send the knights out on a real adventure to a world filled with the most terrible lizards of all: DINOSAURS! Knights vs. Dinosaurs is a highly illustrated, fast-paced adventure full of uproarious knightly hijinks, surprising secrets, and terrifying dinosaurs. With art on nearly every page, including an epic fight scene depicted in several graphic-novel style spreads, this engaging story is Monty Python for young middle school readers.A great choice for reluctant readers, aspiring knights, and fans of Peter Brown’s The Wild Robot. “This rollicking story is suspenseful and silly. An excellent choice for all readers.”—School Library Journal (starred review)How Steven the Bear Invented S'mores (Steven the Bear)
Par Scott Hall. 2022
How Steven the Bear Invented S’mores is a read aloud picture book with fun life lessons and colorful illustrations. Steven…
the Bear and his friends are excited to go on their very first camping adventure. After being sure to pack and prepare well, the Bear Bunch heads out to find the perfect campsite. They set up camp and spend their day hiking, bird watching, and finding animals. After a day full of fun, Steven and the Bear Bunch sit down to toast marshmallows. That’s when Steven has a brilliant idea…? Join Steven the Bear and his friends in this first of many adventures!Curious George Boxcar Derby (CGTV)
Par H. A. Rey. 2016
Everyone&’s favorite monkey is at the wheel in this story based on the beloved animated series! In this new…
storybook based on the Emmy Award-winning Curious George PBS TV show, George and his friend Allie work together to build the fastest boxcar a monkey can drive, just in time for the competition! Will their boxcar race past the finish line—or are they on a crash course? Includes fun activities! Now streaming on Peacock.Petlandia
Par Peter Hannan. 2015
A houseful of pets has declared their independence--but now they're fighting like cats and dogs!In Peter Hannan's delightfully absurd, illustrated…
chapter book PETLANDIA, a family of pets has kicked their snoring, sniveling humans to the curb, and declared the house an independent nation. But who will lead the new country of Petlandia? Tricky feline (and dictator-wannabe) Mrs. Wigglesworth is expecting to be waited on like a queen. It's all foot rubs and ice cream sundaes from here on out! But doofy dog Grub and his lovesick sidekick Honeybaked Hamster want equal representation, and they have the masses on their side. It's a dog-eat-dog world, and soon Petlandia has descended into all-out civil war!Max Meow 5: (A Graphic Novel) (Max Meow #5)
Par John Gallagher. 2023
Max Meow—the superhero with cat-itude and his best friend, Mindy (aka Science Kitty!) are back in this action packed, laugh-out-loud…
funny graphic novel series that's "catnip for fans of Dav Pilkey's Dog Man" (Kirkus Reviews).Bad Guys are after Kittyopolis's bees—can Max and Mindy stop them, BEE-fore it's too late?!Buzzzz off bad guys! There's a new villain in Kittyopolis—Dr. ZomBEE! And he has it in for the city's bees! (Boy, does that sting!). Why would anyone want to hurt bees?! And who is Dr. ZomBEE? It's a Kittyopolis mystery!Can Max and Mindy get to the bottom of it or are they about to BEE stung?! Find out what the buzz is about in the fifth laugh out loud funny Max Meow graphic novel!Bonus: Includes how to draw activities!"Max Meow's super heroics will have kids meow-ling with laughter!" —John Patrick Green, creator of the InvestiGatorsClimbing Mount Aquarius (The Not-So-Tiny Tales of Simon Seahorse #9)
Par Cora Reef. 2023
Simon&’s storytelling takes him all the way to the top of a mountain in this ninth book in The Not-So-Tiny…
Tales of Simon Seahorse chapter book series.Simon has always loved a good story, but he&’s never heard one quite like Sir Sheldon&’s Mount Aquarius ascent. After his dad tells him the tale, Simon can&’t wait to share it with his friends—with some embellishment, of course. But Simon gets so carried away he ends up announcing his own plans to climb the mountain! Simon immediately regrets the bold claim, but his friends are so excited for him, he can&’t back down. Is Simon really about to face Mount Aquarius? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, The Not-so-Tiny Tales of Simon Seahorse chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.Casi, casi un hogar / Something like home
Par Andrea Beatriz Arango. 2023
De la autora de Iveliz lo explica todo llega esta conmovedora novela escrita en verso, donde un perro extraviado ayuda…
a una niña solitaria encontrar su camino a casa a reencontrarse con su familia. . . pero en el camino, encuentran una familia el uno en el otro. Titi Silvia me deja sola para desempacar, pero tampoco es que traje un montón de cosas. ¿Cómo te preparas para lo improbable?¿Cómo metes tu vida entera en una bolsa? ¿Y cómo se supone que voy a confiar en los servicios sociales, confiar en Janet, cuando ella no va a confiar en mí? Laura Rodríguez Colón tiene un plan: Digan lo que digan los adultos, ella volverá a vivir con sus padres. ¿Puedes culparla? Es difícil hacer amigos en una nueva escuela. Y si bien quedarse en la casa de su tía no está mal, simplemente no es lo mismo. Pero todo eso va a cambiar. Porque cuando Laura encuentra un cachorro, parece cosa del destino. Si llega a entrenar al cachorro para que se convierta en un perro de terapia, entonces pueda que se le permita visitar a sus padres. Tal vez el perro los ayude a mejorar y las cosas finalmente vuelvan a ser como deberían ser. Al fin y al cabo, ¿cómo le explicas a los demás que técnicamente eres una niña adoptiva, incluso cuando vives con tu tía? Y sobre todo, . . . ¿Cómo explicas que no estás donde deberías estar y que sólo quieres irte a casa?A Duck Called Brian
Par Al Murphy. 2021
Only a miracle can save Brian's day from total disaster!When Brian wakes up and realizes he's out of his favorite…
breakfast—Duck Nuts and milk—all he wants is to tell his best friend Gregory. But Gregory is nowhere to be found! Brian goes searching for his best friend, and finds many fellow ducks engaged in silly and entertaining activities along the way. Will Brian find Gregory, or will his day be totally fowl?A Duck Called Brian is a hilarious picture book that's sure to have readers of all ages laughing out loud! With clever artwork, witty humor, and a fun search-and-find element, this story is a rib-tickling read-together tale.The Bad Guys in Look Who's Talking (The Bad Guys)
Par Aaron Blabey. 2023
Now a major motion picture!"I wish I'd had these books as a kid. Hilarious!" -- Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain…
Underpants and Dog ManThey may look like Bad Guys, but these wannabe heroes are doing good deeds... whether you like it or not in this New York Times bestselling illustrated series.Forget what you know. This book changes everything. Someone’s found her voice and she has A LOT to tell you. Take a deep breath, hermano, it’s the 18th installment of THE BAD GUYS!Julius
Par Angela Johnson. 2023
A humorous and joyful celebration of love and sharing by the award-winning and bestselling duo, Angela Johnson and Dav Pilkey.When…
Maya's grandfather comes to visit from Alaska, he brings a surprise in a crate -- something, he says, to teach her "fun and sharing." Maya hopes it's a horse or a big brother. But instead, it's a huge, pink pig named Julius! Maya's parents see Julius as a slob, but Maya feels differently. She sees a playmate, a protector, and a sharer in all that's magical and wild.This brand-new edition of the classic picture book by award-winning author Angela Johnson and illustrator Dav Pilkey will teach a new generation of readers about friendship, affection, and sharing, with lots of laughs along the way.Dog's Best Friend (Must Love Pets)
Par Saadia Faruqi. 2023
A young middle grade series that combines the heart and friendship of the Baby-sitters Club, with the irresistible appeal of…
adorable animals!All paws on deck!Imaan and her friends London and Olivia are excited to take on their newest pet sitting client: a fluffy rescue dog named Candy. Candy isn't like any of their previous clients. This poor pup is quiet, nervous, and a little sad. The girls decide that what Candy needs is to be cheered up in a major way.But how to turn a dog frown upside down? Imaan isn't sure, but she's willing to try anything! Even getting Candy some baby chick BFFs. If Imaan can win over Candy, then surely her mom will finally see that she's ready for a dog of her very own!