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22,201 | 0 | Praise for Nic Bishop's books"Packed with astonishing facts." - Booklist, starred review (Nic Bishop Spiders)"Stupendous photographs." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review (Nic Bishop Frogs)"Irresistible." - The Horn Book, starred review (Nic Bishop Frogs); Title: Butterflies (Scholastic Reader, Level 2: Nic Bishop #1) | [
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22,202 | 2 | Jeff Mack has illustrated many books for children, including Hush Little Polar Bear, which he also wrote, and the Bunnicula series. He lives in Easthampton, Massachusetts, but you can visit him at his website: www.jeffmack.com.; Title: Scholastic Reader Level 1: Hippo & Rabbit in Brave Like Me (3 More Tales) | [
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22,203 | 12 | As a child, Dav Pilkey was diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD. Dav was so disruptive in class that his teachers made him sit out in the hall every day. Luckily, Dav loved to draw and make up stories, so he spent his time in the hallway creating his own original comic books.In the second grade, Dav Pilkey created a comic book about a superhero named Captain Underpants. His teacher ripped it up and told him he couldnt spend the rest of his life making silly books. Fortunately, Dav was not a very good listener.Dav has gone on to create award-winning and bestselling books for children. His Captain Underpants series has more than 80 million copies in print worldwide and has been translated into more than 28 languages. In 2017, DreamWorks Animation brought the character to the silver screen in the feature film adaptation Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie, and Netflix is now streaming The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants TV show.Davs latest creation, Dog Man, continues to be a #1 New York Times bestselling series with more than 13 million copies in print worldwide and translations available in more than 21 languages. Dav is also the creator of the Dragon series, the Dumb Bunnies series, Dog Breath, and The Paperboy, which is a Caldecott Honor Book.Dav lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife.; Title: Las aventuras de Uuk y Gluk, caverncolas del futuro y maestros de kung fu (The Adventures of Ook and Gluk): (Spanish language edition of The ... Cavemen from the Future) (Spanish Edition) | [
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22,204 | 2 | Praise for the Macdonald Hall series:"Korman has a unique talent for creating genuinely funny, roll-on-the-floor, laugh-out-loud books. All of his many books are bestsellers, a testament to his popularity with kids." -Quill & Quire"A hilarious series." -Booklist"Korman's vibrant dialogue and breakneck action are the highlights of this merry romp . . . Laughs are as plentiful as [Bruno and Boots's] misadventures." -Publishers Weekly; Title: This Can't Be Happening at MacDonald Hall! (Bruno and Boots) | [
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22,205 | 2 | From The Spaghetti Detectives"And I know what a prime number is!" I shouted.I was upset, that was about the only thing I did know. The boy didn't say anythign else. He looked down at his sneakers. Then he looked up again. He stretched out his hand. It was so small that both of his would have fit into one of mine."I'm Oscar," he said. "And I would like to apologize sincerely. I shouldnt have made fun of you. It was arrogant.I had no idea what he meant by the last word, but I understood he was sorry.ARROGANT: When somebody looks down on somebody else. So Oscar can't be all that smart because the fact is he's a lot shorter than I am and has to keep looking up at me.; Title: The Spaghetti Detectives | [
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22,206 | 0 | Alyssa Satin Capucilli is the author of the popular books about the little yellow puppy named Biscuit. She lives in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York. You can visit her at www.alyssacapucilli.comTedd Arnold is the author and illustrator of the bestselling Fly Guy series and the illustrator of more than 60 books, including DETECTIVE BLUE. He has received Theodor Seuss Geisel Honors for HI! FLY GUY and I SPY FLY GUY! Tedd lives with his wife, Carol, in upstate New York.; Title: Scholastic Reader Level 2: Inside a House That is Haunted | [
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22,207 | 7 | Praise for Animorphs"Engaging... impressive." -School Library Journal"There's clearly something about Animorphs that has kept kids enthralled." -Publishers Weekly; Title: Animorphs #3: The Encounter | [
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22,208 | 2 | Praise for the Skeleton Creek series"There are so many good things to say about this book. The part print, part video format that will entice reluctant readers... . It will inspire other juvenile literature authors to incorporate technology into their offerings. It will make possible the telling of more interesting and complex tales." -www.The-Trades.com"All the way to the last chilling pages, readers will be entralled and totally surprised by the unexpected answers. Ghost in the Machine continues with tightrope tension interwoven with pop culture and literary references. Everybody here seems to be a suspect, and no one can be trusted. Hang on to your flashlights and be ready for some really great twists! -www.teenreads.com"Patrick Carman's Skeleton Creek is a goose bump raising novel with a twist... So find a comfy chair next to a computer and see how this ghost story unfolds." -Pittsburgh Post-Gazette; Title: Vespers Rising (The 39 Clues, Book 11) | [
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22,209 | 2 | Praise for The Eleventh Plague"The Eleventh Plague hits disturbingly close to home... An excellent, taut debut novel." - Suzanne Collins, author of The Hunger Games; Title: The Eleventh Plague | [
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22,210 | 0 | Gr 4-7-Pringle Rose and her brother, Gideon, who has Down's syndrome, have had a privileged upbringing in Scranton, Pennsylvania, in 1871. Their parents' death in a suspicious carriage accident changes everything. Gideon survives, but has not spoken since the accident. On a visit to the cemetery, Pringle meets Rabbit, for whom she develops romantic feelings. The siblings' uncaring Uncle Edward and his vicious wife move in, and when it becomes clear that they plan to send Gideon away, Pringle plans their escape. On the way to Chicago, they befriend Gwen Pritchard, a woman traveling with her children in the same train car, and their closeness is solidified after they survive a terrifying crash. When their mother's friend is unable to provide refuge, Pringle and Gideon find a home with the Pritchards. As Pringle learns more about the conditions of mine workers, she begins to rethink what her father, a mine owner, taught her. When they learn the truth about their parents' accident and the role Rabbit played, Gideon runs away. As Pringle tries to find him, the Chicago Fire rages. The epilogue sums up the rest of their story, and the historical note provides context and inspiration. Readers will enjoy this novel with its multiple historical events and engaging personal story.-Kefira Phillipe, Nichols Middle School, Evanston, IL(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.One day everything changes: Pringle, the daughter of a wealthy Scranton coal-mining family, learns that her parents have perished in a carriage accident, and she and her brother, Gideon, are shifted to the care of cruel relatives. Rather than submit to abuse, and worried that Gideon, a child with Down syndrome, will be institutionalized, Pringle takes her brother and flees to Chicago in hopes of independence and a future opportunity to access her inheritance. Bartolettis Dear America entry plunks the high-action historical diary tale into the swirl of events surrounding the Chicago Fire of 1871 and the general labor unrest of the day. Lively writing and strong characterizations, especially that of our plucky heroine, keep the pages turning. The connection to Alice in Wonderland, per the title, is a bit overworked and involves a shadowy character with a connection to the accidental death of the parents. Plot coincidences abound, but this and the other Dear America titles continue to offer spirited adventures of kids and young adults who help flesh out Americas story. Grades 4-7. --Anne OMalley; Title: Dear America: Down the Rabbit Hole | [
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22,211 | 1 | Praise for Mr. Putney's Quacking Dog:"Will nudge children's creative thinking while giving them plenty to laugh about."—School Library Journal"Delightfully mind-stretching fun . . . Get ready to ponder, giggle and fully appreciate."—Kirkus Reviews"Parents, get ready to hear these groaners again and again."—Booklist"Agee's cartoon style adds to the fun."—The Horn Book"There's a sweet purity to the comic premise . . . Read it aloud, give youngters a chance to read it alone—it’s all goofily good.”—Bulletin of the Center for Children’s BooksJon Agee is the author and illustrator of a dozen highly acclaimed picture books, among them MILO’S HAT TRICK, TERRIFIC, and NOTHING (all ALA Notables), as well as eight books of wordplay, including MR. PUTNEY'S QUACKING DOG and GO HANG A SALAMI! I’M A LASAGNA HOG!; Title: My Rhinoceros | [
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22,212 | 2 | Praise for The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers Book One: The Medusa Plot"An excellent start to an epic, new hunt." - Quill & Quire"[A] lean, easy-to-like thrill ride with guaranteed crowd-pleasing elements like secret societies, art heists, and heroes with unlimited cash and connections to fuel their around-the-world intrigue." - Booklist; Title: The Medusa Plot (The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers, Book 1) | [
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22,213 | 2 | Abby Klein was born and raised in Los Angeles, California and has been a kindergarten and first-grade teacher for more than twenty years. She and her husband, two children, and four dogs live in Williston, Vermont.John McKinley has been drawing all his life. He is the celebrated illustrator of the Ready, Freddy! series. He and his family live in Northern California.; Title: Double Trouble #1: Show & Tell | [
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22,214 | 2 | Praise for Ghost Buddy Book One: Zero to Hero"Readers will root for Billy to conquer his klutziness as well as the bully; his final feel-good triumph is satisfying." -Publishers Weekly"This odd couple shows promise." -Booklist"This title is chock-full of nuggets that will have boys cheering...What's more, parents and educators will cheer when Billy stands up to Rod without resorting to bullying tactics." -School Library Journal; Title: Ghost Buddy #1: Zero to Hero | [
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22,215 | 2 | Trace Moroney is the author and illustrator of several books for children including the When I’m Feeling series which has sold 1.5 million copies worldwide and been translated into sixteen languages. You can visit her at www.tracemoroney.com.; Title: Things I Love About Bedtime | [
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22,216 | 7 | Praise for Animorphs"Engaging... impressive." -School Library Journal"There's clearly something about Animorphs that has kept kids enthralled." -Publishers Weekly; Title: Animorphs #2: The Visitor | [
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22,217 | 2 | From The Mysterious FourThe day was hot and the air was still. In her new bedroom, Viola Hart had just unpacked her third box of mystery novels, when a gunshot exploded the afternoon.Rushing to the window, Viola frantically scanned the street, hoping to catch the culprit in the act. She imagined finding a cop chasing a suspicious-looking woman in a glittering red dress... or a couple of mobsters clutching purple velvet bags filled with diamonds as they raced from a burning car... or a mad old man trying to chase away the birds from his yard-Another glass-rattling bang caught Viola's attention. Up the street, a big black car turned the corner, leaving in its wake a gray puff of exhaust. The car's second backfire left her imagination in a similar cloud, and Viola zoomed back to reality.Just an old car backfiring? Oh well, she thought. There can't be excitement everywhere.Or maybe there could be?; Title: The Mysterious Four #1: Hauntings and Heists | [
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22,218 | 2 | The books listed below are the latest installments in ongoing fiction series that are well-known to most of our readers. We assume that purchase will be based on popularity of previous titles. Among these titles are fun graphic novel hybrids, intriguing adventures, gripping sci-fi novels, and more.-Mahnaz Dar(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers Book 6: Day of Doom | [
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22,219 | 2 | HENRY WINKLER is admired by audiences of all ages for his roles as the Fonz on the long-running series, Happy Days, and in such films as Holes and The Waterboy. He is also an award-winning producer and director of family and children's programming, and the author (with Lin Oliver) of the critically-acclaimed Hank Zipzer series. He lives in Los Angeles, California.Lin Oliver is a television producer and writer and the Executive Director of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. She coauthored (with Henry Winkler) the NEW YORK TIMES bestselling middle-grade series HANK ZIPZER: THE WORLD'S GREATEST UNDERACHIEVER, and wrote the series WHO SHRUNK DANIEL FUNK? Lin resides in Los Angeles, California.; Title: Ghost Buddy #2: Mind If I Read Your Mind? | [
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22,220 | 0 | Jerry Pallotta is an award-winning author of children's books, including What I Saw in the Teachers' Lounge, Dinosaur Christmas, Who Will Guide My Sleigh Tonight?, Apple Fractions, and The Hershey's Milk Chocolate Multiplication Book. His combination of interesting facts, detailed research, humor, and realistic illustrations have mesmerized countless children across the United States. You can visit him at www.jerrypallotta.com.; Title: Komodo Dragon vs. King Cobra (Who Would Win?) | [
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22,221 | 1 | Praise for Dogs of the Drowned City"Curl up with your kibble and savor this incredible story of dogs left behind when a hurricane sweeps through their city. This page-turner follows stalwart Shep and intrepid Callie, who despite her 'yapper' size is up to her muzzle in courage, as this extraordinary canine duo braves their new environment and forms a new pack. Dayna Lorentz has delivered a book with bite-and with a great heart." -Kathryn Lasky, author of The Guardians of Ga'Hoole and Wolves of the Beyond; Title: Dogs of the Drowned City #3: The Return | [
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22,222 | 2 | [A] kid-smart novel . . . Northrop, a former reporter and editor at Sports Illustrated Kids, knows baseball and kids. He weaves an entertaining story about how the games we play can be mental as well as physical. USA TodayA well-crafted story and fun read. The sharp dialogue, the characters and, yes, maybe even a little bit of [Jacks] anxiety will resonate with young readers. Tom Verducci, senior writer, Sports IllustratedPlunked gives a marvelous degree of attention to the second-to-second details of youth baseball. Any kid who has ever loved a sport to the point of obsession will feel the fastball screaming into Jacks batting helmet. Gordon Korman, author of SwindleWell-developed characters and a strong narrative voice make this novel about much more than baseball. . . . Pitch-perfect. School Library JournalWell-written . . . An uncommonly thoughtful baseball novel. Publishers WeeklyReaders will appreciate this down-to-earth sports story that stays within its game, offering . . . a realistic story rooted in the writers knowledge of the game and what it means to its young players. Kirkus ReviewsWhat Northrop does particularly well here is to dig into the deep, complex psychology of an at-bat, where theres so much more going on than a simple meeting or missing of a ball and bat. Booklist; Title: Plunked | [
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22,223 | 0 | Patron returns to the locale of her Newbery-winning The Higher Power of Lucky (2006) in this Dear America series title set in Bodie, California, in 1880. Fourteen-year-old diarist and would-be dramatist Angeline Reddy does not believe her father, criminal lawyer Patrick Reddy, has been murdered. Convinced his disappearance is purposeful, Angie investigates his demise and tries to bring him back to their rough-and-tumble mining community. Assisted by friends, a dashing young Wells Fargo clerk, and the members of a local theater troupe, the witty and insouciant Angie offers a revealing look at frontier lifeespecially preoccupations with thespian entertainments, racial and social prejudices, and vigilante justice. This complex novel, featuring multidimensional characters, is related in formal Victorian prose; Patrons style affects the tone of a comedic mystery/melodrama, well suited to the storys theme that people often hide their true selves (both good and bad) behind disguises. Appended with historical notes, period photos, and directions for making masks, this should appeal to fans of Sid Fleischmans Mr. Mysterious and Company (1962). Grades 4-8. --Kay Weisman; Title: Dear America: Behind The Masks | [
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22,224 | 2 | Gr 4-7-In this installment in the series, Mass continues to weave reality with fantasy, action, and plot twists to draw readers into her story. The Last Present pairs 13-year-old best friends, Amanda and Leo, to unravel the mystery of why 10-year-old Grace has become catatonic following their friend David's bar mitzvah. While visiting Grace, Angelina D'Angelo appears as her nurse, and the friends know that the mysterious old woman with special powers is involved. Amanda and Leo are instructed to journey to the past, specifically to Grace's previous birthday parties, to undo a curse that has befallen her. But, do they have enough information to reverse it? Angelina has a habit of leaving out important pieces of a story in order to get her way. With the help of their friends, Amanda and Leo are up to the challenge and begin their time-travel adventure. Woven seamlessly into this fantasy are the realistic issues that tweens encounter. Young love, sibling rivalry, and embarrassing parents are as much a part of this adventure as the time travel. Although part of a series, The Last Present can stand on its own, but readers will want to find the earlier titles once they have visited Willow Falls.-Annette Herbert, F. E. Smith Elementary School, Cortland, NY(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Amanda and Leo step into the spotlight again, but soon Grace, a friends younger sister, falls into a trancelike state. Angelina sends Amanda and Leo back in time to make subtle changes on Graces birthdays, but as they learn more about the elderly, magical woman, they begin to doubt their mission. Readers will enjoy catching up with their favorite characters from previous books as much as following the current adventure and the ongoing mystery. In the end, there is a sense of closure, at least for the Angelina story line. Still, a new, magically gifted character could mean more adventures in the River Falls series. Grades 4-7. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: The Last Present (Willow Falls) | [
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22,225 | 13 | Gr 46This time it's a small family museum and 13 missing pieces of art providing the mystery that brings back characters met in previous titles. Tommy, Petra, and Calder are joined by Early Pearl and Zoomy Chamberlain. With all five kids led by their teacher Mrs. Hussey, each of the detective's special skills add to their understanding and help them arrive at the solution. Fans of the previous books will be delighted as these characters continue with their familiar predilections such as Calder's pentominoes clacking in his pockets. The realistic Chicago setting and familiar characters combined with the somewhat ghostly aura in the museum, provide just enough drama and enigmas to solve. The stolen artwork is from various masters comprising the "pieces" mentioned in the title. Uncertainties abound, particularly as the kids question their ability to find the stolen works and the honesty of those asking them to find it. People in black leather jackets appear and disappear without explanation, along with red herring clues. Fortunately, this is a puzzle worthy of the capabilities of our fearsome fivesome. Fun and engaging; a fitting addition for readers addicted to these art mysteries.Carol A. Edwards, Denver Public Library, CO; Title: Pieces and Players | [
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22,226 | 2 | From Frangoline and the Midnight DreamThe Moon gazed down in fear and dread, Warning, "Little one, you'll wake the dead!""I don't care about those ghosts, I'm Frangoline!" she said.; Title: Frangoline and the Midnight Dream | [
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22,227 | 0 | Gordon Korman is the author of two 39 Clues books, One False Note and The Emperor's Code, and Zoobreak, Swindle, and Son of the Mob, as well as the On the Run series and the Island, Everest, Dive, and Kidnapped trilogies. He lives on Long Island.; Title: The Marco Polo Heist (The 39 Clues: Cahills Vs. Vespers: Card Pack 1) | [
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22,228 | 13 | Miriam Latimer is a freelance illustrator who produces both editorial art and childrens books. Miriam lives in the United Kingdom but you can visit her at www.miriamlatimer.co.uk.; Title: Dayenu! A Favorite Passover Song | [
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22,229 | 2 | Gr 5-8-Bird and Squirrel are unlikely friends. Bird is carefree, reckless, and always looking at the bright side of situations. Squirrel is nervous, pragmatic, and easily frightened. In an apparent homage to Aesop, the story begins with Squirrel anxiously gathering acorns for the winter while Bird flies around without any worries or responsibilities until he discovers that he's being stalked by a malicious cat. Despite the fact that he doesn't want to get involved, he finds himself coming to Bird's assistance and, after Squirrel's acorn trove is destroyed, the pair sets off on a southward adventure to escape the cold of winter and the cat's wrath. On the way, they encounter much comical misfortune and learn important lessons about friendship, teamwork, and enjoying life to its fullest. Young readers will enjoy the dynamic between the quirky duo and the humorous situations (and the clever yet slapstick ways in which they deal with them). The brightly colored panels and cartoon artwork attract the eye and complement the engaging, fast-paced story.-Rita Meade, Brooklyn Public Library, NY(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.; Title: Bird & Squirrel On the Run (Bird & Squirrel #1) | [
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22,230 | 2 | Gr 5-8-Diminutive, biracial, freckled Isadora "Tink" Aaron-Martin is grounded for most of the summer after an incident with her best friend. She decides to write an encyclopedia, and in spite of the artificiality of the alphabetical format, Rivers has created a warm, funny, fast-paced story about an endearing middle schooler who keeps her cool and sense of humor when events spin out of control. Tink explains her role as the "Peacemaker" in a dysfunctional family whose lives tiptoe around the moods and rages of Tink's autistic older brother, Seb. As the summer progresses she finds friendship and a tender and diffident love interest in the boy next door, is humiliated in a disastrous photo shoot for a magazine article about families living with autistic children, and becomes good at skateboarding, an activity that replaces the detested ballet classes she has been taking at her mother's behest. When Seb becomes violent, leaving his twin brother badly hurt, Tink finally decides she has had enough of her peacemaking role. "Z" finds her in the arms of her boyfriend at the Zetroc Prom. Rivers delivers an appealingly heroine in Tink. She is original and authentic, and her story flows easily in spite of the tricky format.-Jane Barrer, Steinway Intermediate School, Long Island City, NY(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Rivers has created a warm, funny, fast-paced story about an endearing middle schooler who keeps her cool and sense of humor when events spin out of control. -- School Library Journal, starred reviewCleverly woven through the titular encyclopediawith entries as seemingly mundane as 'Apple' and 'Oxen'is the touchingly real and often humorous story of a preteen's struggles with family, friendship and first love. -- Kirkus ReviewsThe book is refreshingly up front about Tink's biracial heritage, Seb's autism, and the Aaron-Martin family dynamics, but it's also nuanced and sympathetic in its treatments; character interaction is observed with a particularly keen eye, while Tink's narration is a credible blend of perception and cluelessnessThis sparky and engaging account will satisfy readers. -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"The AZ encyclopedia framework (complete with footnotes!) gets an A for effort Tink is a charming, smart, and honest young protagonist, and this makes for a heartfelt, light, but not-quite-breezy read." -- BooklistMoving through the alphabet with Tink is an amusing, emotional journey. Through the alphabet, the summer, and the start of the new school year, Tink remains true to herself, but her personality and confidence grow stronger, creating a light but sincere and spirited story. -- Horn Book"Rivers uses a clever formatthe story unfolds in encyclopedia entries instead of chaptersto introduce Isadora Tink Aaron-Martin, a candid, biracial almost-13-year-old who has some time on her hands while she's grounded over the summer. Tink's first-person narrative is vibrant and exuberantly opinionated, whether she is describing life with her hairless cat or pondering the meaning of her first kiss." -- Publishers Weekly; Title: The Encyclopedia of Me | [
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22,231 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2Fly Guy's latest adventure is in picture-book format. While on a picnic at the park, Buzz and Fly Guy watch people playing with their zany pets. It seems everyone has a petexcept Fly Guy. The two friends head to the pet shop but have no luck. They go back to the park and search some more, yet the right pet can't be found. After reexamining the type of pet Fly Guy really needs, they come to an excellent conclusion. This heartwarming story offers broad appeal. The highly demonstrative characters, with their oversize golf ball-like eyes, are pictured in one hilarious scene after another. The amazingly bright, layered watercolors with their colored-pencil "scribbles," outlined in black, offer a new richness to the illustrations not matched in the easy-reader format. This humorous selection is fun to read aloud but is also well designed for new readers. The simple text is well placed on each page, including occasional thought and speech bubbles that are easy to follow. Children who have enjoyed other books about Buzz and Fly Guy will love this one, too.Gaye Hinchliff, King County Library System, WA- A 2015 Children’s Choice Book Award Finalist Praise for HI! FLY GUY "Readers drawn by the flashy foil cover will stick around to applaud this unusually capable critter." --PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Praise for FLY HIGH, FLY GUY! "A shoo-in for kids who prefer their beginning readers funny and action-packed." --KIRKUS REVIEWS Praise for RIDE, FLY GUY, RIDE! "Clear type, bright white space, and careful word choice make this a must-read for children ready for books a little more challenging than Elephant and Piggie." --KIRKUS REVIEWS; Title: A Pet for Fly Guy | [
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22,232 | 2 | This fifth book in the 39 Clues: Cahills versus Vespers series is the work of Newbery Medalwinning Park and follows young teens Amy and Dan Cahill as they continue their worldwide quest to protect and preserve their large and illustrious family. It turns out that theres a mole within their close-working group (thus the title), so off they go to Yale University (and beyond) to follow clues and get to the bottom of things. After one of their suspects pronounces that the brother-sister team doesnt know a rats ass about loyalty, things get mildly violent, with a few gunshots; then tricky, with a couple boyfriend/girlfriend issues; and then dramatic, with some hostage-release attempts. All of these elements help to make this series popular beyond those interested in the more cerebral components, such as Ivy League medievalists and rare manuscripts. The corresponding online game and accompanying game cards (in the non-library edition) dont hurt popularity either, and fans will be carried right along with a few answers and quite a cliffhanger until a different author produces the next volume. Grades 5-8. --Andrew MedlarPraise for The 39 CluesFeatured on NBC's Today Show, Good Morning America, USA Today, The New York Times, NPR's Morning Edition, Associated Press"One blazing success." -The Huffington Post"An interactive mystery...it's more than just a reading adventure." -Boys' Life"This is a multi-media adventure where you also search for clues-in books, trading cards and online. Get searching!" -Girls' Life; Title: Trust No One: Cahills Vs Vespers (39 Clues, Book 5) (The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers) | [
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22,233 | 0 | Gr 58It's 1830, just off the coast of an Amazon rain forest, and a portion of the crew of the ship Polaris is on a scientific expedition on shore. When they return to the ship, mayhem ensues as the captain tries to load the botanist's discoveries on board. The six youngest members of the crew, merely children, are locked in the captain's quarters during the mutiny. The escaping crew members try to blow up the Polaris, but the six youngsters attempt to save the ship and themselves. Little do they know that in the lower decks lurks a monster that will grow, reproduce, and try to overcome them. This historical fiction/science fiction mash-up is filled with adventure, mystery, and horror. Readers will be engrossed in the story as they wait to find out if this skeletal crew without experience or muscle can make it back to civilization without being consumed by the monster below. There are wonderful descriptions of life aboard a 19th-century sailing vessel, and each of the six children are given well-drawn personalities. VERDICT Middle grade readers looking for an adventure on the high seas without leaving the comfort of their homes will love this swashbuckling, spine-tingling tale.Elizabeth Kahn, Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy, Avondale, LAPraise for Polaris:"This story is scary fun. Loved it!" -- R.L. Stine, author of Goosebumps"The salty sailing details and the drama of keeping afloat in the face of damaging storms and winds is just as heart-pounding as the struggle for survival against the threat already onboard. An exciting blend of nautical adventure and monstrous horror." -- Kirkus Reviews"Middle grade readers looking for an adventure on the high seas without leaving the comfort of their homes will love this swashbuckling, spine-tingling tale." -- School Library Journal"A chilling tale of horror on the high seas... Sure to linger after the lights have been turned out." -- Publishers WeeklyPraise for Surrounded by Sharks:"This story strikes a balance of suspense and action... For reluctant readers and fansof survival stories." -- School Library JournalPraise for TombQuest:"A thrilling adventure rich in Egyptian mythology and magic... Sure to be a blockbuster." -- BooklistPraise for Trapped:"Northrop gets at the core of human nature through masterful pacing... Gripping." -- Kirkus Reviews; Title: Polaris | [
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22,234 | 0 | Praise for The 39 CluesFeatured on NBC's Today Show, Good Morning America, USA Today, The New York Times, NPR's Morning Edition, Associated Press"One blazing success." -The Huffington Post"An interactive mystery...it's more than just a reading adventure." -Boys' Life"This is a multi-media adventure where you also search for clues-in books, trading cards and online. Get searching!" -Girls' Life; Title: The Magellan Heist (The 39 Clues: Cahills Vs. Vespers: Card Pack 2) | [
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22,235 | 1 | When Savannah takes her huge, lumbering Doberman, Luthor, to see a champion dog show, it proves to be an ill-conceived move. Luthor causes a stage to collapse, injuring the three-time national champion, and resulting in a massive lawsuit against Savannahs parents. Fortunately, Griffin Bing, the Man with the Plan, is on hand. Griffin and his friend Ben rescue Luthor from the pound and, unlikely as it seems, turn him into a champion show dog. The plotwhich combines elements of farce and mysteryis entertaining and features the same characters as Kormans three previous Man with the Plan books. Grades 3-6. --Todd Morning; Title: Showoff (Swindle #4) | [
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22,236 | 0 | Praise for The 39 CluesFeatured on NBC's Today Show, Good Morning America, USA Today, The New York Times, NPR's Morning Edition, Associated Press"One blazing success." -The Huffington Post"An interactive mystery...it's more than just a reading adventure." -Boys' Life"This is a multi-media adventure where you also search for clues-in books, trading cards and online. Get searching!" -Girls' Life; Title: Shatterproof (The 39 Clues: Cahills vs. Vespers, Book 4) | [
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22,237 | 2 | Praise for The Baby-sitters Club"Adventures in babysitting...must-read literature for preteen girls." - Time Magazine"In a world of Gossip Girls and vampires, The Baby-sitters Club could provide young girls with positive role models." - Oprah.com"One of the most intriguing business ideas of the 1980s didn't come out of Silicon Valley." - The Wall Street JournalPraise for The Summer Before"I wasn't very excited when George Lucas decided to do a prequel to Star Wars... But Ann M. Martin writing a prequel to The Baby-sitters Club is something I can really get behind." - CNN.com"Book candy at its best." - Kirkus Reviews"Engaging." - Booklist; Title: Boy-Crazy Stacey (The Baby-Sitters Club) | [
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22,238 | 2 | "Lightning pace and full-color design will hook kids in a flash." -- Publishers WeeklyThea Stilton is a special correspondent for The Rodent's Gazette, Mouse Island's most famouse newspaper. A graduate of Mouseford Academy, Ms. Stilton loves traveling and adventures. Find out more at www.scholastic.com/geronimostilton.; Title: Thea Stilton and the Ice Treasure: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure | [
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22,239 | 2 | Joanne Ruelos is a children's book writer and editor living in Brooklyn, New York.; Title: Odd Animal Helpers (Scholastic Reader, Level 3) | [
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22,240 | 2 | Gr 4-6-Vincent Wu knows everything there is to know about Copperplate City's most beloved superhero, Captain Stupendous. He talks about him at dinner. He does reports on him at school. He is even a founding member of the Captain Stupendous Fan Club. When the hero takes a bad hit rescuing Vincent's not-so-secret crush, Polly Winnicott-Lee, he returns slightly different. He no longer has the skills he once had, and he is nearly pulverized in a rematch with the giant automaton he's bested before. In a last-ditch effort to save Vincent from being crushed, and to escape the battle, Stupendous takes off with the boy in his grasp. There is a revelatory moment when Stupendous unveils his secret identity: Polly. During the last battle Stupendous died and passed his abilities to her. It is now up to Vincent to train her and convince her that what he thinks of as the best gift ever is worth keeping. Jung has created an interesting city with a diverse population, reliant on and in love with superheroes (it has four Captain Stupendous fan clubs). The characters experience a good bit of growth, and kids will get a kick out of a teenage girl transforming into a muscle-bound man when performing herculean feats. The plot, funny and exciting, follows a lot of generic superhero themes. There are occasional mild swear words, which are jarring in a text so otherwise perfectly suited to this audience. For those trying to find some accessible adventure stories with a hint of romance, this is a good additional purchase.-Devin Burritt, Wells Public Library, ME(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.For Vincent Wu, there is nothing as important in the world as Captain Stupendous, Copperplate Citys own real-life superhero. As president of the best (albeit three-member) Captain Stupendous fan club, his knowledge is unsurpassed. Indeed, the only thing to rival his superhero obsession is his interest in one Polly Winnicott-Lee, the best girl in school, in his eyes. So Vincent is understandably perplexed when Captain Stupendous and Polly turn out to be one and the same. But theres no time to figure it out. Professor Mayhem has kidnapped Vincents mother and taken her to his lair beneath stinky Lake Higgleman. Can Vincent, Polly, and friends save the day? Amid the battles with giant alloy robots and alien visitations, Jung explores some interesting curiositieswhat would middle school be like in a world where superheroes existed?and offers some honest and resonant ideas on the matter. With snappy and authentic dialogue, layered plotting, full-on science, and sweet preteen romance, Jungs boisterous debut is a winner. Heres hoping we havent seen the last of this bunch. Grades 4-7. --Thom Barthelmess; Title: Geeks, Girls, and Secret Identities | [
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22,241 | 0 | Its amazing what a bold font choice can do. Each chapter announces itself with huge text spread across two pages, and just like that, you perk up, wondering if this will outshine your typical nonfiction book about the elements. Indeed it does. Filling the oversize pages with eye-popping photos, sidebars, and factoids coming at you every which way, this entry in the three-tiered Discover More series (this volume is for the expert readers tier) is like a trip to a museumevery reader will find at least a few things worth poring over. Each well-trod topic and organizational device receives a fresh, revitalized consideration. Examples: the table of elements is followed by a photographic version, impressive numbers are stretched for all theyre worth across page bottoms, and so on. Best of all, a unique code allows downloading of a digital companion volume of similarly interesting content. Grades 7-10. --Daniel Kraus; Title: Scholastic Discover More: The Elements | [
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22,242 | 18 | Marion Dane Bauer has written fiction and nonfiction, picture books, chapter books, young adult novels. Her bestselling novel On My Honor was named a Newbery Honor book. She lives in Minnesota.Liz Goulet Dubois is an author, illustrator, toy and product designer. She lives in Rhode Island.; Title: Abraham Lincoln (My First Biography) | [
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22,244 | 7 | From Scream Team: The Werewolf at Home Plate"Well, it's been fun hanging out with other losers," Patsy said, "but I've got to get back to the grave." "Hang on," Karl said. "I'm not a loser." Patsy stopped. "Sorry," she said. "I didn't mean just you. None of us made our teams." "I'm going to change that," Karl said. "I'm going to show everyone that I should be a JC Werewolf!" "But they didn't want you on their team," Dennis said. Karl looked at the other monsters and got an idea. "We can start our own team!"; Title: Scream Team #1: The Werewolf at Home Plate | [
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22,245 | 7 | From Scream Team: The Vampire at Half CourtDr. Neuron held up his hand for silence. He thought for a second, squinting at the Scream Team. "Hmmm..." he said in a loud fake voice. "If only there were a way to solve the problems with the Scream Team once and for all. Let me think..." Dr. Neuron took a pen and the thick league rulebook from his pocket. He flipped the book open and scribbled on a random page. "Why! What's this?" he said as if he had just discovered something new in the book. "Attention, please!" he said, and waited for the remaining crowd in the stadium to quiet down. Then he read out loud, "'Forthwith hitherto all teams that wish to play in the Junior Club Monster League shall require a sponsor. If such sponsor cannot be found said team will be forced to leave the JCML.'"; Title: Scream Team #2: Vampire at Half Court | [
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22,246 | 2 | Gr 46Lavender and Scarlet are as different as two people can be. Scarlet is tall, blond, and popular while Lavender is short, stumpy, and so covered with dark hair that she is called Yeti, Furby, or Hairball. The only common factor shared between them is their birth date. Hoping to get the leading role in the school play, they each recite a good-luck verse told to them by the drama teacher. Upon awakening, they find themselves in the other's body. In this tale of winners and losers, bullies and victims, Standiford creates authentic characters in situations most middle schoolers have experienced or witnessed. Scarlet is called the Plastic Princess by her stepbrother, yet Lavender as Scarlet tames her vanity a bit and tries to befriend him. On the other hand, Scarlet as Lavender becomes much more attentive to her hygiene and appearance. As the girls are forced to work together to figure out how to switch back they become supportive and loyal to each other. Standiford makes a statement about self-identity and empathy without moralizing. The magic and humor of the situations combine to create an enjoyable story.D. Maria LaRocco, Cuyahoga Public Library, Strongsville, OHShortly before she turns 13, Lavender sums up her situation mathematically: Short hairy cavegirl + glasses = loser. Her few friends are outnumbered by the group of cool girls who, routinely, publicly put her down. When popular Scarlet magically and inadvertently switches bodies with Lavender on their thirteenth birthdays, each girl is thrown into a new family and a new set of friends, as well as sudden, unforeseen challenges. Each learns a good bit about the others situation while seeing herself from a new perspective. The girls alternating first-person narrative plots their journey through shock, confusion, and frustration to insight and change. While the body switch is not a new idea, Standiford uses it effectively in this engaging story. Though swiftly drawn, even the minor characters are convincing, and the two leads are memorable in their separate ways. This well-paced novel will appeal to readers who loved Wendy Mass popular 11 Birthdays (2009), which it resembles both in tone and in its use of a magical element. Grades 4-7. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Switched at Birthday | [
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22,247 | 13 | Young fashionistas design their own outfits, makeup, hairstyles, and accessories atop lightly printed outlines of faces, figures, and fashionable extras. The grand finale is the section of keepsake album pages with die-cut frames, perfectly sized to display kids' best work.; Title: Klutz My Fabulous Look Book: Fashion Drawing Made Easy Book | [
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22,248 | 2 | Gr 58A boy's visit to meet his great-grandmother for the first time turns into a nightmare when Hurricane Katrina hits New Orleans. Twelve-year-old Zane has not known many family members other than his mother; after she makes contact with his deceased father's grandmother, Zane travels to the oppressively humid city. When New Orleans is placed under a mandatory evacuation, Zane and his great-grandmother leave with his dog, Bandy, and her pastor; when Bandy is spooked by growling Dobermans, he leaps from the car, followed by Zane. Zane and Bandy endure the hurricane's landfall and the failure of the levees at his great-grandmother's house until they meet a young girl, Malvina, and her guardian, Tru. The trio canoes through the snake-infested waters seeking assistance. Arriving in a neighborhood protected by privately hired security forces leads to vicious threats from the armed guards, who are loading helicopters stuffed with rugs and other expensive items. After their canoe is stolen, they head to the chaos of the Superdome and eventually to a bridge connecting the city to Algiers, in which they hope to find Tru's cousin. Vivid descriptions of the toxic waters, the commotion at the Superdome, and racial tension are handled factually yet sensitively. Information about unique New Orleans customs, including "jazz funerals," its history of biracialism, and accents are occasionally inserted. The fast bond among Zane, Malvina, and Tru is believably drawn. A time line and facts about Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath are included.Jennifer Schultz, Fauquier County Public Library, Warrenton, VAThirteen-year-old Zane Dupree and his trusted dog, Bandy, travel from their home in New Hampshire to New Orleans to visit his great-grandmother, Miss Trissy, the only link to the father who died before he was born. But almost as soon as they arrive, they are caught up in the turmoil of Hurricane Katrina, separated from family, and left on their own to survive. The pair weathers the storm in Miss Trissys attic, and they are rescued, via canoe, by Mr. Tru, a celebrated brass player, and his young charge, Malvina, with a story of her own. Together they face difficulties both natural and human, from terrifying swirls of snakes in the putrid floodwater to organized militia protecting affluent neighborhoods from looters. Philbrick examines issues of race and class with a deft hand (Zane is of mixed race himself), letting the story unfold directly and leaving moralizing to the reader. Though the convenience of a few plot points strains credibility, the tight prose, harrowing pace, and resonant relationships will appeal to a broad audience. Grades 5-8. --Thom Barthelmess; Title: Zane and the Hurricane: A Story of Katrina | [
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22,249 | 5 | Praise for WINGS OF FIRE BOOK TWO: "[A] perfect adventure for young fantasy fans to sink their teeth into." --SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNALPraise for WINGS OF FIRE BOOK ONE:"Dramatic battle scenes, double-crosses, and one seriously deranged queen makes WINGS OF FIRE a series that should have broad appeal for middle-grade fantasy fans." --BOOKLIST"Fast-paced and detailed, this first installment in a new adventure series is entertaining." --KIRKUS"Readers of all ages will be enchanted by the humanistic storyline and the page-turning excitement." --LIBRARY MEDIA CONNECTION; Title: Wings of Fire Book Four: The Dark Secret | [
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22,250 | 5 | The Dragonets of Destiny are headed to the secluded kingdom of the RainWing dragons in search of a cure for their wounded guardian, Webs. The RainWings dragonet, Glory, hopes to find out more about her tribespecifically, that they are not lazy and useless. Like Clay and Tsunami before her, Glory learns that returning to a lost home is disappointing and perhaps her place in the prophecy is not the mistake she has believed it to be. A mystery involving missing dragons and a secondary group of dragonets advances the arc begun in The Dragonet Prophecy (2012.) While Glorys story is strong on its own, readers will need to be familiar with the previous books in the series to fully understand the scale of what is happening. Grades 4-7. --Kara Dean; Title: The Hidden Kingdom (Wings of Fire, Book 3) | [
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22,251 | 2 | This book began four years ago as a way to empower young children by showing the many important, loving things little hands can do. In fact, the original title was What Can A Little Hand Do? My editor loved the idea of blowing a kiss, which I had on one of the inside pages. So the title became A KISS FOR YOU! I made numerous dummies of the book to figure out the best way for the hand to move as a lift-the-flap which folds down on each page in turn, and Scholastic had the idea of adding a magnet so the hand would stay in place easily, until lifted. Caroline Jayne Church's adorable illustrations added just the right touch that brought the story alive. I hope you and your child enjoy this book, which so many loving hands and minds came together to create.; Title: A Kiss for You | [
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22,252 | 18 | On March 12, 2012, the Girl Scouts will have been in existence for 100 years, and its all thanks to Juliette Daisy Gordon Low. Daisy was a girl with gumption; an opening illustration shows her joy at hanging from a tree, petticoat on full display. A trip to England later in life introduces Daisy to the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides, and the rest, as they say, is history. Ambitious in scope, this picture-book biography covers everything from the first meeting of the Girl Scouts to its first handbook (with guidance on such things as how to stop a runaway horse) to troop expansion across the country. A final inspiring spread offers up portraits of former Girl Scouts, including Hillary Rodham Clinton and Gloria Steinem, and it leaves one portrait empty: you. Well-chosen quotes from the original handbook (fresh air is your great friend) are incorporated into Hoopers exuberant illustrations, which were created using paint, ink, and printmaking techniques. Extensive back matter includes Girl Scoutrelated history, legacy, photos, and sources. Girl power, all the way around. Grades 1-4. --Ann Kelley; Title: Here Come the Girl Scouts!: The Amazing All-True Story of Juliette 'Daisy' Gordon Low and Her Great Adventure | [
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22,253 | 2 | The sky is high . . . and I am small. For a baby penguin, the great, busy world can be overwhelming, and this small, square, spacious book shows the little bird dwarfed by whirling action. The rhyming text has a simple rhythm: These things are big and long and deep, / and strong and high and far and steep. And Dodds uncluttered, mixed-media images, featuring large shapes in snowy whites and grays, reinforce the little penguins perspective. Toddlers will recognize that sense of being overwhelmed in the grown-up, giant universe, but they will also recognize the excitement of discovering what is out therea towering mountain; a vast, starry sky. The climax is perfect: on a final spread, the little penguin, curled into her mothers protective embrace, fills the page as she realizes, the biggest thing to you . . . is me! Preschool. --Hazel RochmanEmma Dodd has illustrated many books for children, including MEOW SAID THE COW, WHAT PET TO GET? and the Dot and Dash series. She lives in Surrey, England, with her family.; Title: I Am Small | [
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22,254 | 0 | Gr 47In this third installment of the series which follows four generations of women in the same family, readers get to know Francie, a girl growing up in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Francie struggles with dyslexia and has difficulty in school. The slim volume follows her, chapter by chapter, as she overcomes her learning disability and graduates from college. A secondary purchase where circulation of the previous two titles is strong.; Title: Family Tree Book Three: Best Kept Secret | [
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22,255 | 2 | Ellen Miles loves dogs, which is why she has a great time writing Puppy Place books. And guess what? She loves cats, too! That's why she came up with a brand-new series called Kitty Corner. Ellen lives in Vermont and loves to be outdoors every day, walking, biking, skiing, or swimming, depending on the season. She also loves to read, cook, explore her beautiful state, play with dogs, and hang out with friends and family. Visit her web site at www.EllenMiles.net.From The Puppy Place: RockyLizzie caught her breath and took a closer look. Free Puppy, the ad said. "Bulldog." Then there was a phone number. That was all.She frowned. Why didn't it say "To a Good Home"? It sounded like the person was just going to give the puppy to the first person who called. That was no good. Ms. Dobbins, the director of the local animal shelter where Lizzie volunteered every week, would never do that. If someone wanted to adopt a pet from Caring Paws, they had to fill out a long application with lots of information about who they were, where they lived, and how they planned to take care of the animal that was about to become part of their family. Ms. Dobbins didn't let just anyone walk in, pay the adoption fee, and walk back out with a cat or dog.; Title: The Puppy Place #26: Rocky | [
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22,256 | 1 | PreS-Gr 2-Toby, the intelligent, spunky, and problem-prone pup from Always in Trouble (Scholastic, 2009), is back in this quirky, funny story about the love/hate relationship between cats and dogs. Toby really doesn't like cats, and he is incensed at the fact that they always wreak havoc and never actually get punished for it. When Pandora, a neighbor's cat, comes to stay while her people are away, Toby tries to make trouble for her, but she ignores him. When she does naughty things (shredding the curtains, sampling the cake), no one seems to notice. When Toby samples the cake, everyone notices. The injustice of it all really irks him. But then, Pandora gets herself stuck in a tree, and no one notices except Toby, who cleverly arranges her rescue. Thus, a friendship is forged. The repetitious nature of the text and the bright, expressive illustrations make this book a great pick for any audience. Children who are familiar with Toby will be satisfied with his continued adventures.-Jasmine L. Precopio, Fox Chapel Area School District, Pittsburgh, PA(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Toby, like most dogs, doesnt like cats. He always seems to be in trouble with his young owner, Emma, but cats get away with everything. So when Pandora, the cat next door, has to stay with Emmas family, Toby is angry. Pandora refuses to notice Toby no matter what he does, and Toby gets blamed for her shenanigans. But when Pandora gets stuck in a tree, Toby does whatever it takes to rescue her, and they become friends. This simple story with bright illustrations stands on its own or could easily be used as a parable of bringing a new baby or foster child into the home. While Tobys willingness to help Pandora (in spite of her initial snobbishness) may be hard to explain, it is rewarded, and the concluding scenethe two delightfully romping on Emmas bedwill have kids and adults alike laughing. Preschool-Grade 1. --Moore, Melissa; Title: Here Comes Trouble! | [
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22,257 | 0 | Gr 3-7-In a small town in 1930s Maine, Abby Nichols is happy in her small bungalow by the sea. Life is stable, but not without challenges; her father has a volatile temper and is biased against people who are different and her mother experiences bouts with sadness and sees ghosts from the past. However, Abby finds solace and pleasure in her longtime friendships with Orrin and Sarah. Despite the changing times and the onset of the Great Depression, the family furniture business begins to boom and her father proudly moves them to a big house in a bigger town, complete with hired help. Regretfully saying goodbye to the house and friends she's so fond of is only the beginning of a life of love and loss, triumph and struggle for Abby. This first in a series is sure to be a hit with children, especially fans of historical fiction. The descriptive writing transports them right back to this fascinating period in time when families grappled with economic challenges, civil-rights injustices, and everyday concerns. Martin writes with respect for her readers, piquing their interest in history and tackling real-life issues head-on, but with grace. The series will continue with three more books following the lives of Abby's daughter, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter.-Amy Shepherd, St. Anne's Episcopal School, Middleton, DE(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Abbys story begins in 1930, when she is eight years old and a traveling fair visits her village in Maine. While coping with her strict fathers intolerance and her gentle mothers depression, she grows up chapter by episodic chapter, buying her sister a tea set for Christmas, losing her closest childhood friend, and feeling angry but helpless when her father institutionalizes her five-year-old brother, who has developmental disabilities. Eventually, Abby turns down the suitor her father insists that she marry and moves to New York City alone. With period attitudes woven seamlessly into the narrative, this historical novel reflects social norms during Abbys life. The individual scenes are vividly written and the overall story is engaging, but the 23-year time frame may limit its audience. However, in the Family Tree series, Martin plans to tell the stories of four girls from succeeding generations. Readers won over by Abby will happily look for her return as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Grades 5-7. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Better to Wish | [
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22,258 | 0 | Tori Kosara has written many books for young children, including Scholastic Reader Level 3: Lonesome George Finds His Friends. She lives in New York.; Title: Scholastic Reader Level 2: Hibernation | [
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22,259 | 2 | David Shannon is the internationally acclaimed creator of more than thirty picture books, including NO, DAVID!, a Caldecott Honor Book and his second NEW YORK TIMES Best Illustrated Book of the Year. In addition to three more David picture books, Shannon’s bestsellers include TOO MANY TOYS; HOW GEORGIE RADBOURN SAVED BASEBALL (newly released in 2012); A BAD CASE OF STRIPES; DUCK ON A BIKE; ALICE THE FAIRY; and GOOD BOY, FERGUS! A native of Spokane, Washington, he is an avid fisherman. He and his family live in California.; Title: Oh, David!: A Pocket Library | [
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22,260 | 12 | As a child, Dav Pilkey was diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD. Dav was so disruptive in class that his teachers made him sit out in the hall every day. Luckily, Dav loved to draw and make up stories, so he spent his time in the hallway creating his own original comic books.In the second grade, Dav Pilkey created a comic book about a superhero named Captain Underpants. His teacher ripped it up and told him he couldnt spend the rest of his life making silly books. Fortunately, Dav was not a very good listener.Dav has gone on to create award-winning and bestselling books for children. His Captain Underpants series has more than 80 million copies in print worldwide and has been translated into more than 28 languages. In 2017, DreamWorks Animation brought the character to the silver screen in the feature film adaptation Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie, and Netflix is now streaming The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants TV show.Davs latest creation, Dog Man, continues to be a #1 New York Times bestselling series with more than 13 million copies in print worldwide and translations available in more than 21 languages. Dav is also the creator of the Dragon series, the Dumb Bunnies series, Dog Breath, and The Paperboy, which is a Caldecott Honor Book.Dav lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife.; Title: El Superbeb Paal 2: la invasin de los ladrones de inodoros (Super Diaper Baby #2): (Spanish language edition of Super Diaper Baby #2: The Invasion ... (Captain Underpants) (Spanish Edition) | [
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22,261 | 2 | Gr 13Drawing once again on her family history, Polacco shares the story of a distant relative. The very shy Clara was especially close to her brother, Davie. While their older sister thought that Clara was too lazy to speak correctly, Davie understood that she had a severe lisp. The siblings became inseparable, Clara a willing student to Davie's lessons in horseback riding and other outdoor endeavors. Clara spent time with the barn animals, studying their habits and needs. She seemed "to have healing in her hands." After classmates teased her about her speech, Clara, an excellent student, was taught at home. She and Davie visited the library and borrowed books about nature. Soon, Clara was borrowing medical books as well. Word of her ability spread and she began treating the neighbors' livestock. When Davie was severely injured in an accident, she immediately took over his care. After his long recovery, Davie proclaimed, "You do have the gift of healing, Clara.Thank you for my life." The author's endnote details Barton's adult accomplishments in the medical field and her founding of the American Red Cross. Polacco's characteristic mixed-media illustrations are lively and evocative, and the winter scenes are especially appealing. This heartwarming story of sibling devotion and overcoming obstacles will whet readers' interest and lead them to further study.Sara-Jo Lupo Sites, George F. Johnson Memorial Library, Endicott, NYPolacco introduces readers to one of her ancestors, Clara Barton, the famous Civil War battlefield nurse and founder of the American Red Cross. These adventures are alluded to only in the authors note at the books end; Polacco instead focuses on Bartons childhood on a farm in early nineteenth-century Massachusetts. Clara had a lisp, which isolated her, but she also had a brotherthe Davie of the titlewho championed her. The narrative traces the development of Claras healing touch with animals and humans alike. Polaccos illustrations, done in pencil, marker, and acrylics, are sometimes a bit flat when it comes to human depictions, but that doesnt stop this from being a smart choice for curriculum use. Although the book is directed at preschoolers, its text-heavy nature brings it into an older child category, an audience that might better appreciate the worthy details. Grades 2-4. --Connie Fletcher; Title: Clara and Davie | [
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22,262 | 2 | "Benton is a genius at expressing a believable preteen girl worldview without silly vernacular or dumbing down to his audience." --KidsReads.comJim Benton is a New York Times bestselling author and the creator of many licensed properties, including the hugely successful It's Happy Bunny. He's created a kids' TV series, designed clothing, and written books, such as the Franny K. Stein series and the bestselling Dear Dumb Diary series. Jim lives in Bloomfield, Michigan with his spectacular wife and kids. Visit him online at www.jimbenton.com and on Twitter at @JimBenton.; Title: Dear Dumb Diary Year Two #2: The Super-Nice Are Super-Annoying | [
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22,263 | 2 | "Forget Dick and Jane. Your beginning reader needs Bob Books® to succeed." --cpamomva.blogspot.com"Tiny enough to sneak in a very full diaper bag, we are enjoying them here, there, and everywhere." -- needsnewbatteries.blogspot.com"They are a wonderful addition to a home library, school library, or a homeschool library. I love the smiles on my daughters' faces when they have succeeded in reading a book--that's priceless!" -- ourgaggleofgirls.com"Bob Books® made our children into avid readers. Best investment I ever made." -- The Lewiston TribuneDiscover the NEW Bob Books® Early Readers - now in a bright new format! These 32 page, full color stories are just right for your reader who knows the basics and is looking for fun, easy-to-read stories. Meet siblings Jack and Anna, the two newest characters in the Bob Books® family. Jack and Anna have many gentle and humorous adventures together, from getting a new puppy, to learning to ride a bike, to making surprising cupcakes. Your youngster will love reading about Jack and Anna's funny family adventures. Bob Books® Early Readers make learning to read easy for your child, with words that are simple to sound out, short sentences and gently expanding vocabulary. With this sensible blend of phonics and sight words, your young readers will soon be proud to say, "I read the whole book!"® Bob Books® Early Readers can be read by children who are ready for Bob Books® Set 4. See each book for specific leveling information.; Title: My School Trip | [
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22,265 | 2 | Gr 6 UpAfter Phoebe's parents are killed when their shuttle mysteriously explodes, Phoebe and her robot, Max, hide her illegal orphan status for an entire year. When she is finally discovered and sent to Child Welfare Services, she and five other orphans discover their secret connectionall of their parents were killed on the same shuttle, and they all left their children identical Moon-registry documents. The plot unfolds from there, weaving themes of friendship and teamwork into an exciting sci-fi story that will keep readers turning the pages. Rawlings's illustrations are bright, colorful, cartoony, and so appealing that they could attract readers who are not mature enough to fully appreciate this story on all of its levels. Strictly judging by the cover, one might assume that this is a story about six children having a futuristic adventure, appropriate for third or fourth graders. But in reality, the story focuses primarily on Phoebe, who is 12 and who experiences several tragically painful circumstances, so The Silver Six is actually more appropriate for a slightly older audience.Andrea Lipinski, New York Public Library(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Praise for The Silver Six"An earnest and enjoyable SF adventure, balancing thrilling action with chirpy dialogue, ably rendered in Rawlings's Blade Runner-meets-Nickelodeon cartooning." -Publishers Weekly"[The Silver Six] provides action and banter aplenty." -Kirkus; Title: The Silver Six | [
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22,266 | 2 | Praise for Rainbow Magic"Youngsters have long found fairies fetching, and a successful series from Scholastic suggests these winged beings continue to enchant." - Publishers Weekly; Title: Magical Holiday Boxed Set: Rainbow Magic Special Edition | [
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22,267 | 2 | Back from his game-winning touchdown pass in the championship football game, sixth-grader Ben McBain returns with buddies Sam, Coop, Lily, and new addition Shawn at the start of the basketball season. In a fresh twist to the standard sports formula, their team fails to make the championship basketball game, and Ben wrestles with personal shortcomings as he deals with an obnoxious but talented opposing point guard who has his eye on Lily. With plenty of well-paced game action and an attractive cast of characters, this second in the Game Changers series is as satisfying as a three-point shot from the corner. Grades 4-7. --Linda Perkins; Title: Game Changers Book 2: Play Makers | [
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22,268 | 0 | Gr 24This introduction to the life of Ralph Waldo Emerson will help readers begin to understand the thoughts and values of this great American thinker. Emerson grows up in Boston, but yearns to make a life closer to nature where he can surround himself with books and friends. He finds a perfect home in Concord, Massachusetts, where he and his wife raise a family. Emerson eagerly becomes a part of the community, even playing the role of hog reeve, gathering up the town's runaway pigs. After collecting his thoughts in journals, Emerson begins traveling across the country to lecture, attracting visitors from around the world to his doorstep. A house fire later in his life devastates Emerson, but allows the town to demonstrate their affection for him as they rebuild his home. Emerson, who is likely little known to younger students, is brought to life in an approachable biography. The colorful depictions of Emerson are warm, cheerful, and full of movement. Children will love the cartoonlike illustrations that make Emerson seem like a superhero as he dives into oversized books and flies through the sky on another giant tome. Quotes from his writings are liberally used to illuminate moments of his life, allowing readers to get to know the man through his own words. The author's note provides further information about Emerson and his philosophy of thought. An eye-catching, kid-friendly biography that is a wonderful addition to any collection.Marian McLeod, Convent of the Sacred Heart, Greenwich, CTKerley and Fotheringham are known for their upbeat picture books about famous historical figures. This work about Ralph Waldo Emersonsomeone who is probably not known to many childrenis a tale of deep love for his home and community in Concord, Massachusetts. After a fire destroys Emersons house, neighbors rally around him, returning some of the generosity and affection received from his family over the years. This has the same format and style of Kerley and Fotheringhams earlier works, with colorful illustrations featuring cartoon-style figures in a pleasing, open layout. The brief text focuses on the story of Emersons community life and doesnt bother much with why he was famous, which works well for the storytelling even as it may leave some readers wondering just who he was. Some of his famous quotes are placed in the endpapers and woven into the story. Back matter includes a helpful authors note and a page of suggestions to encourage readers to examine their own lives and values. Grades 2-4. --Randall Enos; Title: A Home for Mr. Emerson | [
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22,269 | 2 | Gr 4-6-Reedy's novel has secrets, homemade rocket ships, romance, bullying, skateboarding, and friendship-plenty to capture the interest of readers. Sixth-grader Brian has moved to a new town in Iowa. He decides that the local skating park might be the best place to meet some kids before school starts. That's where his troubles begin. First, he out-skates the town bully, and then his heart ends up in his throat when the lone girl skater removes her helmet, leading Brian to think "This girl was an angel." Despite his rocky start, Brian finds friends and begins constructing an airplane in a secret lab with them. But will they ever get it in the air? Reedy's tween characters are mostly authentic, but he goes a bit overboard with Star Trek-loving nerd Max, whose stilted language is hard to believe. Otherwise, he nails the angst of the middle-school lunchroom, the tentativeness of a first boy-girl relationship, and the mood of a family who has pulled up their roots for a new opportunity that's not going as well as hoped. This is a solid story that will ring true to readers for many years to come.-Margo Hastings, Convent of the Sacred Heart, Greenwich, CT(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.This novel includes all the ingredients of a classic middle-school plotline: the pretty and seemingly unattainable girl, the cool guy, the no-good bully, the new kid, and the hopeless but relatable nerd. But Reedy offers up much more than a formulaic preteen drama. Brian, an avid skateboarder, finds himself coping with a difficult move to Iowa at the start of his sixth-grade year. He befriends nerdy Alex and discovers that his new acquaintance has hatched a plot to build a functional homemade airplane in a supersecret laboratory. This seemingly impossible venture brings together an unlikely group of boys, each with their own fears, needs, and tribulations. The dialogue is believable, the plot fast-paced, and the moral subtle: sometimes all it takes to make friends is a common goal. The story is full of heart and will resonate with many middle-schoolers and tweens who feel the pressure of social isolation. Grades 4-6. --Erin Anderson; Title: Stealing Air | [
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22,270 | 2 | Gr 5-7-This installment spans 11 years and focuses on Dana. The book opens on July 7, 1955, as she and her twin, Julia, are celebrating their seventh birthday. Two years later, their younger brother, Peter, enters a school for children with "mental retardation." Their father, Zander, is a famous author, and while he tends to drink too much, the family has a comfortable and exciting life in New York City. However, things take a turn for the worse as the Burleys face unexpected challenges, including Zander's death in an accident, the birth of a child who will be fatherless, and financial insecurity. Martin does a good job of weaving in the history of the time period, including the Cold War and the assassination of President Kennedy. Time moves quickly with each chapter skipping ahead several months. The rapid passage of time and challenging issues may limit the audience, but tweens who have outgrown the "American Girl" series may enjoy this novel that explores the idea of family and home.-Sarah Polace, Cuyahoga Public Library System, OH(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journal. LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.The story opens in 1955, as Dana and her identical twin, Julia, celebrate their seventh birthday. Julia clings to her sister by choosing an identical outfit to wear, while Danas fervent, guilty wish is for a bedroom of her own. The nature of their push-pull sisterhood marks Danas childhood in one way, while relationships with her father and mother also have long-term effects, which she comes to understand better as she grows older. The story concludes in 1971. Fans of the Family Tree series, which traces the lives of four girls in different generations of the same family, will have no trouble figuring out that the character sometimes referred to as Danas mother and sometimes, somewhat confusingly, as Abby was the girl who grew up in book 1, Better to Wish (2013). While the novels long time frame gives its structure an episodic quality, Martins ability as a storyteller will keep readers turning the pages to find out what happens next, both to Dana and to Abby. Grades 5-7. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Family Tree #2: The Long Way Home | [
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22,271 | 2 | Gr 8 Up-Invasion tells of the events of D-Day and the weeks immediately following from the perspective of Josiah Wedgewood, a young soldier in the U.S. Army's 29th infantry. Woody and his fellow battalion mates are only vaguely aware of what will be happening when they arrive at Omaha Beach. The landing, as history knows, is horrendous. Woody watches as dozens of his companions are killed. Immediately after, the men begin to fight their way inland. The action is nonstop and the losses are heartbreaking. The segregation of the U.S. Army is only lightly touched upon, as Woody runs into an African American he knew from his hometown; the majority of the novel is the 29th infantry's push across the French countryside. Myers eloquently conveys how exhausting war is physically and emotionally. He writes simple sentences that are often short, sharp, and blunt. The language is somewhat innocent, a bit gentler than what readers are used to now; but since it is a novel about war, there are some F-bombs and some earthy talk about bodies. Woody and his mates are thinking of home, while trying not to think in general. There is a subtle bit of reader manipulation; although the book is written in the past tense, the D-Day landing chapter is in present tense, adding to its tension. With the constant forward momentum of the soldiers, and the continuous battles they fight, this novel can be hard to read, but it is also hard to put down.-Geri Diorio, Ridgefield Library, CT(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* Its June 6, 1944, D-Day, and 19-year-old Josiah Woody Wedgewood is part of the Allied invasion, huddled up with a group of other men against the cliffs on Omaha Beach. We are in a killing zone, he thinks in agony, and we are dying. All around him is a scene from hell: the beach filled with the dead and dying; more soldiers being mercilessly shot by the Germans as they attempt to land on the beach; the noise of war shots and explosionsso loud that Woody cant hear the screams all around him. I will never be the same again, he thinks. Myers excellent prequel to his two other war novels, Fallen Angels (1988) and Sunrise over Fallujah (2008), charts the course of war in the month following the invasion as Woody, who tells the compelling story in his own first-person voice, and his comrades continue to fight through the countryside in pursuit of the Germans. The reader sees the fear, confusion, horror, and brutality of war through Woodys eyes. In a subplot involving Woody and his African American friend Marcus, the reader is also acquainted with the ugly segregation that was a daily fact of life during WWII. In this novel, Myers has done peace an inestimable service by showing so vividly what a truly terrible idea war is. Grades 9-12. --Michael Cart; Title: Invasion | [
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22,272 | 0 | "Forget Dick and Jane. Your beginning reader needs Bob Books to succeed." --cpamomva.blogspot.com"Tiny enough to sneak in a very full diaper bag, we are enjoying them here, there, and everywhere." -- needsnewbatteries.blogspot.com"They are a wonderful addition to a home library, school library, or a homeschool library. I love the smiles on my daughters' faces when they have succeeded in reading a book--that's priceless!" -- ourgaggleofgirls.com"Bob Books made our children into avid readers. Best investment I ever made." -- The Lewiston TribuneDiscover the NEW Bob Books Early Readers - now in a bright new format! These 32 page, full color stories are just right for your reader who knows the basics and is looking for fun, easy-to-read stories. Meet siblings Jack and Anna, the two newest characters in the Bob Books family.Jack and Anna have many gentle and humorous adventures together, from getting a new puppy, to learning to ride a bike, to making surprising cupcakes. Your youngster will love reading about Jack and Anna's funny family adventures. Bob Books Early Readers make learning to read easy for your child, with words that are simple to sound out, short sentences and gently expanding vocabulary. With this sensible blend of phonics and sight words, your young readers will soon be proud to say, "I read the whole book!" Bob Books Early Readers can be read by children who are ready forBob Books Set 4. See each book for specific leveling information.; Title: Outdoor Adventures! | [
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22,273 | 0 | After visiting myriad places and eras in the first two volumes of this multiplatform, multivolume, multiauthor series, the three tweens Sera, Dak, and Riq find themselves starting this third book in 1850s Maryland. The coadventurers cross the path of the Underground Railroad, which has been taken over by the still mysteriously evil and not-yet-defeated SQ, and quite a bit of suspense ensues, especially considering the very personal elements introduced by Riqs African American heritage. Although the quality of the dialogue continues to decline as the books roll on, the excitement actually builds well here, as does the increasingly satisfying combination of science, history, and fiction. The next title in the series is on its way this summer. Grades 4-6. --Andrew MedlarPraise for Infinity Ring Book 1: A Mutiny in Time"Tight plotting, snappy dialogue . . . the story moves at a breathless pace." -Rick Riordan, The New York Times"Scholastic's 'Infinity Ring' is a multimedia ride through history." -The Los Angeles Times"[Scholastic has] cracked the code for transmedia success - and they're poised to do it again." -Digital Book World"The brisk action and interactive component will likely attract readers, particularly those who devoured 'The 39 Clues' titles." -School Library Journal; Title: Infinity Ring Book 3: The Trap Door | [
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22,274 | 0 | Its Viking-infested Paris, 885, in this second book by a second author in the Infinity Ring series (James Dashners Mutiny in Time, 2012). As self-identified science and history geeks Sera and Dak (we must be dealing with some sort of hidden variable aspect to the quantum entanglement and every modern-day European monarch is descended from Bill Helm the Vanquisher, respectively) travel through time with their linguist friend, Riq, to save the world from a still-mysterious evil organization. Many history-loving kids will be sucked in, while others will be hooked by the accompanying full-color poster-map (unseen) and corresponding 3-D online game. Grades 4-6. --Andrew MedlarPraise for Infinity Ring Book 1: A Mutiny in Time"Tight plotting, snappy dialogue . . . the story moves at a breathless pace." -Rick Riordan, The New York Times"Scholastic's 'Infinity Ring' is a multimedia ride through history." -The Los Angeles Times"[Scholastic has] cracked the code for transmedia success - and they're poised to do it again." -Digital Book World"The brisk action and interactive component will likely attract readers, particularly those who devoured 'The 39 Clues' titles." -School Library Journal; Title: Divide and Conquer | [
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22,275 | 2 | Praise for Bob Books"Bob Books are like the old 'Dick and Jane' books, only I highly recommend them..." -- Daily JournalLynn Maslen Kertell is the current manager of Bob Books and the author of Bobs Books: Sight Words Kindergarten and First-Grade. You can visit her and learn more about Bob Books at www.bobbooks.com.Sue Hendra has illustrated several children's books including Bob Books: Sight Words Kindergarten and First Grade.; Title: Scholastic Reader Level 1: BOB Books: Cupcake Surprise! | [
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22,276 | 11 | From STAT #1: Home CourtWe were getting close to the corner now. You know the spot. NBA players take tons of 3s from there because it's a shorter shot and a straight, squared-up look. And that means that we all practice from there all the time too, heaving it up and trying to do what they do. Even his dribbling changed a little. You know how it does that when someone's about to take a shot? It was going to be one jump shot from the corner. I didn't think I could get up and contest it with his length, and there was a good chance it would go in. But that's right where the big crack in the court was. It was the one I stumbled over last game. That's the whole reason I remembered it. Maybe if Carlos had tripped over it then, he would've remembered it too. But he hadn't, so he had to learn that lesson now. With his eyes already radar-locked, sizing up the rim, he had no idea it was coming. "Look out, man," I heard Yeti yell behind me, but it was too late. The edge of Carlos's sneaker clipped the raised edge of the cracked black top. "What the?" he blurted. I didn't answer, just reached in and grabbed the ball as he tumbled sideways toward the fence. I turned fast, and for this weird moment, there were four sets of eyes staring right at me. Yeti and Ledge were facing forward, waiting to rebound in case Carlos had missed. And Tavor is and Deuce were facing me, wanting to be ready for whatever it was I was planning. Now they knew what it was. They stepped in front of their guys, and I had clear sailing to the hoop. One dribble, two dribbles, pull up, pop! If the rim still had any net left on it, it would've swished.; Title: STAT: Standing Tall and Talented #1: Home Court | [
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22,277 | 0 | In the sixth entry in the Infinity Ring series, time travelers Dak, Riq, and Sera have landed in 1943 Europe to change the outcome of WWII. To do this, the threesome must split up and travel deep into Axis territory to make sure Allied spy mission Operation Mincemeat is successful. Their efforts are complicated by the villainous Tilda, an SQ leader who has followed them from the future. As always, readers are encouraged to visit the Infinity Ring website for more historical background and games connecting this volume to the others. A solid adventure that will have fans anxiously awaiting the nextand finalvolume. Grades 4-6. --Magan Szwarek; Title: Infinity Ring Book 6: Behind Enemy Lines | [
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22,278 | 0 | Patrick Carman is the bestselling author of numerous series for young readers, including The Land of Elyon, Elliot’s Park, Skeleton Creek, Atherton, Trackers, Dark Eden, and 3:15. He got his start as a storyteller weaving bedtime tales for his two daughters. He lives in Walla Walla, Washington, with his family.; Title: 3:15 Season One: Things That Go Bump in the Night | [
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22,279 | 2 | Gr 2-4-In keeping with the rhyme, "First grade babies! Second grade cats! Third grade angels! Fourth grade rats!," Suds Morton's new teacher considers each of her students an angel. She has high expectations, and the prize-spending a week as boss angel while wearing a cardboard halo-has Suds and his classmates falling over one another to prove just how angelic they are. Everyone wants to earn the first halo of the year-especially Suds. He picks up trash, holds the door for others, and even treats his little sister kindly. Will Mrs. Simms notice his hard work? This beginning chapter book moves at an enjoyably brisk pace; readers will appreciate the familiar school and home settings, and they'll look forward to meeting the characters again in a forthcoming book. A story kids will relate to, with valuable, down-to-earth messages about character and motives.-Amanda Struckmeyer, Middleton Public Library, Madison, WI(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Reflecting on a school-yard rhyme, First grade babies! / Second grade cats! / Third grade angels! / Fourth grade rats!, Suds happily leaves babies and cats behind to start third grade as an angel. His cheerful teacher explains that her third-graders can earn their halos by doing good deeds. Suds is determined to be the first to win his halo, but the competition is fierce and his anxiety level rises. Just when the outcome seems clear, surprises come from both his classmates and his teacher. Spinelli works in some interesting concepts, such as levels of niceness (positive actions versus cessation of negative actions) and the questionable value of goal-oriented goodness. A prequel to Spinellis Fourth Grade Rats (1991), this accessible chapter book features a simply written, first-person narrative and believable, true-to-third-grade characters. Illustrations include plenty of black-and-white pictures (most not seen in final form) and a clever, eye-catching image on the jacket. For discussion, pair this with Claudia Mills Perfectly Chelsea (2004), featuring a child who strives for goodness in a religious context. Grades 3-4. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: Third Grade Angels | [
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22,280 | 0 | The fourth Infinity Ring episode sends time-traveling youths Sera, Dak, and Riq first back to the early days of the Mayan civilization and then forward 800 years to witness the fiery destruction of its native culture by the Spaniards. Carrying out their mission to save an ancient codex entails narrow squeaks aplenty and clashes with the archenemy, Time Wardens. Historical background and games that link this volume with previous and future ones are available on a dedicated website. Fans will know what to expect; new readers had best start at the beginning to catch up on the characters and conflicts. Grades 4-6. --John PetersPraise for INFINITY RING #1: A MUTINY IN TIME:"Tight plotting, snappy dialogue . . . the story moves at a breathless pace." - Rick Riordan, NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW"A successful mix of action, adventure, and historical substance." - PUBLISHERS WEEKLY; Title: Infinity Ring Book 4: Curse of the Ancients | [
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22,281 | 0 | Gr 4-6-In an alternate reality, fifth-graders Dak Smyth and Sera Froste discover a time-travel device invented by Dak's parents called the Infinity Ring. After a test run leaves his parents lost in time, the friends learn of a secret group called the Hystorians who claims that there are breaks in the past that have caused history to go off course. They plan to use the Infinity Ring to fix those breaks and, as Dak and Sera are the only ones able to use it thanks to a DNA-lock implemented by Dak's parents, the kids are enlisted to help. Events necessitate a rushed departure from the present when the SQ, a mysterious organization that seems to run the world, attacks the Hystorians's headquarters. Dak and Sera disappear into the past, joined by Riq, a teenager with a talent for languages to complement Sera's scientific expertise and Dak's historical knowledge. They are charged with fixing the Great Breaks in time to save the future from a Cataclysm of natural disasters. This is the first title in a multiplatform series patterned after "The 39 Clues" series (Scholastic). It includes a code to unlock an online game or mobile app. Action drives the narrative, leaving little time to develop characters and relationships. Events happen very quickly and there are missed opportunities to probe more thoroughly ethical questions raised by Dak and Sera about changing history, as well as which events to change. Still, the brisk action and interactive component will likely attract readers, particularly those who devoured "The 39 Clues" titles.-Amanda Raklovits, Champaign Public Library, IL(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Praise for Infinity Ring Book 1: A Mutiny in Time"Tight plotting, snappy dialogue . . . the story moves at a breathless pace." -Rick Riordan, The New York Times"Scholastic's 'Infinity Ring' is a multimedia ride through history." -The Los Angeles Times"[Scholastic has] cracked the code for transmedia success - and they're poised to do it again." -Digital Book World"The brisk action and interactive component will likely attract readers, particularly those who devoured 'The 39 Clues' titles." -School Library Journal; Title: Infinity Ring Book 1: A Mutiny in Time | [
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22,282 | 4 | PreS-Gr 2Starting at a city terminal, Cooper takes readers on a commuter train that clatters out of a metropolis. At a suburban stop, the perspective shifts to a larger passenger train traveling between cities, jumps to a freight train slowly creeping across the Great Plains, then an overnight train, and finally a sleek high-speed train. The artist's characteristic muted watercolor and pencil illustrations are sketchlike yet very detailed. Transitions between busy cityscapes and serene panoramic vistas, outsides of stations and insides of train cars, and the refrain of passengers off, passengers on perfectly capture the feeling of riding the rails. No choo-choo noises hereAs the train leaves, it sounds like the da dum da dum of a beating heart. Then silence. Through the richness of the prose, not only the sounds but also the smells of the trains come to lifegrease and rust and burnt toast. As the author's note reveals, Cooper mixed many real-life details with a few fictional ones, such as a futuristic San Francisco depot at the end of the story. The longer text and somewhat stylized illustrations make the book most suitable for a one-on-one perusal with sophisticated young train aficionados but it is a wonderful foray into the train books category and a distinguished addition to most collections.Yelena Alekseyeva-Popova, formerly at Chappaqua Library, NY(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* Cooper (Homer, 2012) follows several trains going about their daily routine in this exhilarating glimpse of life on the rails. Theres the red-striped Commuter Train pulling out of the station, heading out of the concrete jungle into town after town; as the Commuter Train waits at a station, a larger Passenger Train whooshes past, shuttling passengers between cities; at the rail yard next to Grand Central Station, a Freight Train loads its cargo and sloooowly pulls away; this train ambles past (As if the train and the clouds were having a race to see which go slower) an Overnight Train switchbacking westward to climb the Rocky Mountains; finally, theres the High-Speed Train, shaped like a bullet, its sleek nose pointing toward a city skyline. Throughout, there are Passengers on, passengers off. Coopers languid, rolling language works well with the looseness of the watercolors, which offer spectacular views of trains as seen from a distance as well as interior close-ups of levers and dials. Each new train is introduced dramatically after a page turn, and details of train living, like sleeping and eating on an overnight car, should thrill the intended audience. The front and back matter depict many different people rushing to and fro, and a glossary and a facts section, along with a brief authors note, conclude. A poetic, beautifully conceived bookit has the right amount of pomp and circumstance to make train travel sound just a little bit glamorous. Grades K-3. --Ann Kelley; Title: Train | [
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22,283 | 0 | Gr 6-9-In this novel set in the ballet and modern dance world of 1959, hardworking, penniless Casey Quinn journeys from South Carolina to New York City to realize her dreams. The teen uses a wonderfully active voice in tune with her physical nature in her present-tense narrative, e.g., "My stomach quivers like a raw egg." Casey's stubborn can-do personality is nicely enhanced by interactions with multidimensional side characters, such as her selfless good cook of a grandma and a snobby, rich peer. Casey faces grief, loss, and many other tribulations, but she overcomes these obstacles, has some really good luck, ingratiates herself with the right people, and ultimately earns a role in a performance with the Martha Graham Company. At first glance the historical details appear suitably contextualized, although in romanticizing the era the author omits historical accuracy on a great many fronts: e.g., the famously curt George Balanchine is depicted as kind and the School of American Ballet inhabits a grandiose building rather than the plain building it actually occupied in 1959. Nonetheless, many collections will welcome this spunky '50s heroine and her introduction to the world of modern dance.-Rhona Campbell, Georgetown Day School, Washington, DC (c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.When Casey hears of an open ballet audition in New York City, the poor South Carolina girl with no formal dance training decides to battle for a spot. She knows in her heart that she is a natural dancer, born for the stage. How she winds up not a ballerina but a student of real-life modern dance doyenne Martha Graham forms the crux of this pleasant story set in 1959. The novel is at its strongest when describing Grahams powerful personality and the intense work needed to succeed as a dancer. Casey is a sympathetic character who says of her passion, The way I am dancing on the inside. The way I am flying. It is like no dance in the world. It is better. Despite doses of melodramaCaseys rival is a mean girl from her hometown, and her beloved grandmother dies before she can see Casey on stagethis is a good recommendation for fans of reality-TV dancing competitions, as well as aficionados of stories about striving to succeed in the arts. Grades 6-9. --Karen Cruze; Title: Someday Dancer | [
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22,284 | 2 | "A quiet depiction of self-reliant slumber": -Kirkus, 07/01/12Caroline Jayne Church is a bestselling author and illustrator. Some of her bestselling titles include I LOVE YOU THROUGH AND THROUGH by Bernadette Rossetti-Shustak, HOW DO I LOVE YOU? by Marion Dane Bauer, YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE by Jimmie Davis, and GOOD NIGHT, I LOVE YOU. She lives in Surrey, England, but you can visit her at www.carolinejaynechurch.com.; Title: Goodnight, I Love You | [
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22,285 | 10 | From Everest"What's the matter with you, kid? Why don't you look where you're going?" "Sorry." Dominic picked up the vial and scooted out of the way. Mom had continuous nightmares that climbing would kill at least one member of her family. I'll bet she wasn't expecting it to happen like this, he reflected, a little shaken. The SUV accelerated up the ramp, pausing at the top. The driver tossed a candy bar wrapper into the trash barrel and drove off. It was a Summit Energy Bar. Dominic recognized the logo from where he stood, rooted to the spot. He had climbed towering cliffs, yet walking up this gentle slope to get that piece of paper seemed much, much harder. He reached into the garbage and fished out the sticky wrapper. In a way, he almost knew what he would see before he turned it over. A V! It was a ticket to the top of the world.; Title: Everest Book One: The Contest | [
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22,286 | 0 | Barry Denenberg is a critically acclaimed author of nonfiction and historical fiction. His historical fiction books include titles in the Dear America, My Name Is America, and Royal Diaries series, many of which have been named NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People. His nonfiction books have covered a wide array of topics, from Anne Frank to Elvis Presley.Barry Denenberg lives in Bedford, New York, with his wife and daughter.; Title: A True Patriot: The Journal of William Thomas Emerson, a Revolutionary War Patriot | [
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22,287 | 2 | Praise for One Dog and His Boy"Readers who have grown to love Ibbotson's bighearted heroes and larger-than-life adventure stories will relish this final novel." -Publishers Weekly"Ibbotson's last novel is a mix of adventure, caricature and child-and-dog love, in which loyal friends, skuduggerous louts and obtuse adults all have a part. The comforting feeling that everything will turn out right is nicely mixed with the spice of humour." -The Toronto Star"Ibbotson's final book is a story with the heart of Lassie and the satirical bite of Roald Dahl...Themes of loyalty, greed, devotion, and home are woven through a text that is as funny as it is satisfying." -Booklist"A rousing, slightly surreal tale of rescue and redemption, this effort will appeal to animal lovers everywhere." -Kirkus"This satisfying novel combines humor with heart to great effect-a lovely parting gift from the masterful storyteller." -School Library Journal; Title: One Dog and His Boy | [
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22,288 | 2 | Gr 6-10-A relentless darkness underlies this riveting story of courage and determination. Told as a recollection of a five-year-old boy in Russia, the story follows Mishka Ivan Andreovich from his relatively comfortable and loving home with his mother and grandmother to the lonely and frightening life on the streets of Moscow in post-Soviet Russia. The early chapters offer a dramatic counterpoint to the tragedy following his grandmother's death and the destruction of his mother's spirits and will to go on. When she disappears, Ivan is left with her abusive lover, who mistreats him and eventually takes him to an orphanage. Ivan escapes, and the rest of the book focuses on his brutal, frightening, unpredictable life on the streets. His astonishing resilience grows from his determination to find his mother and stay out of an orphanage. He finds refuge of a sort with a small but wise group of children living in sewers and underground stations and then breaks away to survive with a band of wandering dogs. It becomes his family, and he and the dogs protect one another. His gentle, timid nature erodes as he develops street smarts, cunning, and unwavering bravery. This is a captivating, important story based on the life of Ivan Mishukov, a Russian boy who lived a similar adventure. The author's note and extensive bibliography offer further insight into the underlying problems faced by Ivan and other children in Russia and around the world. Eva Hornung's Dog Boy (Viking, 2010) was also inspired by Mishukov's early life.-Renee Steinberg, formerly at Fieldstone Middle School, Montvale, NJ(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* Set in Russia during the 1990s and loosely based on a true story, this absorbing novel tells of a vulnerable and suddenly homeless five-year-old boy. Ivan is taken in by a gang of children who beg and steal to survive, but soon he joins a pack of street dogs that become his surrogate family for the next two years. Foraging for food and protecting each other, they navigate the dangers of the city in winter and the forest in warmer weather. The opening pages of the first-person narrative, in which Ivan recalls the warmth of his early childhood with his mother and grandmother, provide insight into the emotional base that anchors him in the troubling, sometimes violent times to come. In the final chapters, the boys experiences when authorities separate him from the dogs and attempt to integrate him into human society seem even more painful than his previous adaptation to loss, privation, and fear. The many vivid details of street life and the convincing portrayals of even minor characters help bring the story to life. A source bibliography is appended. Written with compassion as well as a grim, sometimes brutal realism, this novel offers a riveting story as well as material for reflection and discussion. Grades 5-9. --Carolyn Phelan; Title: The Dogs of Winter | [
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22,290 | 1 | Something is haunting Tee from the woods of Dorothy Creek. The seventh-grader has sensed its presence ever since arriving in Nome, Alaska, for a two-week trip while her author father gathers research for his latest book. From local dog-whisperer tween, Quin, she learns about the ghost dog that prowls the vicinity, and from former Iditarod race participant, Clay, she hears stories about Baltos famous serum run that saved lives from diphtheria in 1925. Tee and Quin cant help but wonder if the ghost dog is none other than the famous Balto. Intermittent chapters from the ghost dogs original owner fill in the storys gaps and add another layer of suspense with the disappearance of a little girl 50 years earlier. After an unexpected snowstorm leaves the girls stranded, the ghost dog leads them to shelter, where they uncover the truth about both mysteries. Kimmels descriptions of the Alaskan wilderness and just the right amount of creepiness will provide readers, especially dog lovers, with a gripping adventure. Grades 4-7. --Angela LeeperPraise for Legend of the Ghost Dog"Full of mystery, suspense, and history . . . this is well written and has strong appeal to girls, mystery readers, and dog lovers." -Library Media Connection"[A] captivating and thrilling ghost story." -School Library Journal; Title: Legend of the Ghost Dog | [
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22,291 | 0 | Tracey West is the author of more than 150 books for children and young adults, including the Pixie Tricks and Scream Shop series. An avid fan of cartoons, comic books, and manga, she has appeared on the New York Times bestseller list as author of the Pokémon chapter book adaptations. She currently lives with her family in New York State’s Hudson Valley.; Title: Masters of Spinjitzu (LEGO Ninjago: Reader) | [
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22,292 | 2 | Praise for Border Town #1: Crossing the Line“Packed with action and surprising twists and turns up to the very last page, this start to the new Border Town series is a gripping mystery and also a warm, contemporary Latino drama of extended family and friends… With lots of laughs, especially about small town lack of privacy and about extended family, the drama is both suspenseful and touching.” --Booklist“A fast-paced, easy-to-read book that Latino teenagers will enjoy to read – mostly because they will see themselves in the pages.” – The Hispanic ReaderMalín Alegría is the author of Estrella’s Quinceñera and Sofi Mendoza’s Guide to Getting Lost in Mexico. She currently lives in San Francisco, CA, where she teaches, writes, and spends as much time as possible playing in the dirt. Visit her online at www.malinalegria.com.; Title: Border Town #1: Crossing the Line | [
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22,293 | 7 | Gr 5-8-When Neil's father abandons the family to pursue fame in California, Neil and his teenage sister, Bree, are sent to stay with their aunts while their mother receives treatment for depression. The small upstate New York village where Claire and Anna live is home to Graylock Hall, a state psychiatric hospital that closed down 15 years earlier after several teenaged patients drowned. Neil's new friend Wesley quickly fills him in on the local legend of Nurse Janet, who is thought to be responsible for the patients' deaths and now haunts the abandoned building. Since Neil's favorite TV show is Ghostly Investigators, he relishes the thought of exploring the hospital for clues. But when he and Wesley, along with their older siblings, break into the building, they set off a chain of harrowing events that cannot be explained. In the days after their narrow escape, Neil and Bree are plagued by horrific visions and nightly visits from a ghost. As time goes on, they slowly realize that their spectral visitor is one of the drowning victims who wants to bring her murderer to justice. The further the four get in uncovering clues, the more apparent it becomes that Nurse Janet has been unjustly accused-and that the real murderer is intent on making sure that the truth is never brought to light. As with The Nightmarys (Random, 2010), Poblocki is in his element with eerie happenings and atmospheric settings. Short chapters with cliff-hanger endings and several twists and turns in the plot will ensure that the pages turn quickly. Give this book to Mary Downing Hahn fans and others who enjoy spine-tingling mysteries.-Kim Dare, Fairfax County Public Schools, VA(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.The author of The Stone Child (2009) and The Nightmarys (2010) crafts another undisguised chiller-thriller, this one featuring an abandoned asylum and the aggressive spirit of a young murder victim. Neil, a young amateur ghost hunter, is initially thrilled to hear that he and his older sister, Bree, are summering near a psychiatric hospital that closed more than a decade ago after three mysterious drownings and the purported suicide of an accused night nurse. His feelings change after a visit to the spooky ruin sparks a nonstop chain of nightmares, apparitions, numbness and tingling, slimy pond weeds in the bathwater, and other phenomena that lead him to the conclusion that at least one of the victimized young patients was indeed murdered. In a staccato narrative festooned with not just psychic manifestations but sudden screams, slamming doors, squealing hinges, ominous footsteps, electrical failures, moving shadows, and minor but gory wounds, Poblocki misses nary a horror-story trope as he propels his cast through one terrifying incident after another to, at last, a climactic flight. Definitely a story to be read by flashlight. Grades 5-8. --John Peters; Title: The Ghost of Graylock | [
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22,294 | 2 | PreS-KRoscoe's rhyming text presents a scenario in which tots leave their beds and homes to gather in town for the "night parade." The children walk in line, play instruments, hold hands, and march two-by-two. The playful verse, with descriptions of activities such as building sand castles, baking cakes, and reading "mountains of books" will have great child appeal. The frequent internal rhymes and inclusion of rich, poetic vocabulary makes for a good read-aloud, though there are some rhyme and cadence problems at the end. Walker's art enhances the dreamlike quality of the text. His soft-edged watercolor and ink illustrations are cheerful, and they masterfully extend the narrative. The images are not only charming but also imaginative, such as the crescent moon's yawning, smiling, and reading a book. A story that is best enjoyed in the lap of an adult.Maralita L. Freeny, District of Columbia Public Library; Title: The Night Parade | [
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22,295 | 0 | Gr 9 Up-Jade Moon, 16, was born in the year of the Fire Horse, a cursed year for girls. She is too bold, too brash, too stubborn, and is told she will bring nothing but sorrow and bad luck to her family. When a stranger named Sterling Promise shows up at her home in China carrying papers to America with her dead uncle's picture, a plan is hatched for Jade Moon, her father, and Sterling Promise to journey to a new country. The long voyage ends with Jade Moon being forced to spend desperate months on Angel Island waiting to be approved to enter California. However, when the headstrong girl realizes that her father and Sterling Promise are using her for their own ends, she sets out on her own. The action picks up when she cuts off her hair, disguises herself as a boy, and ends up working as hired muscle for one of the tongs in San Francisco's Chinatown. Her time working for them infuses the story with a classic 1920s gangster flavor, a refreshing twist on the Chinese immigration story. While some aspects force readers to suspend disbelief (e.g., the fact that Jade Moon is immediately installed in the house of the head of the tong and that she is able to hide her gender for so long), the action and Jade Moon's unbreakable spirit will win them over.-Jennifer Rothschild, Arlington County Public Libraries, VA(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.*Starred Review* Seventeen-year-old Jade Moon was born in 1906, the year of the Fire Horse, an ominous sign for Chinese girls. It signals willfulness, stubbornness, and impetuousness, all characteristics that embarrass her father and grandfather and cause derision and cruelty by her too-small village. So when Sterling Promise, a long-lost adopted cousin, appears and proposes she immigrate to America using false paper son papers, Jade Moon and her father agree to the plan. Jade Moon views this offer as escape and freedom; her father as the only opportunity to marry off his undesirable daughter. The interminable boat rideand even more onerous imprisonment off Californias Angel Islandfinally transitions to her treacherous entry into America. Jade Moons disguise as a young man and her homelessness pave the way for her involvement with the tong, a Chinese organized crime syndicate, and breathtaking danger at every turn. First-time author Honeyman has researched the history of Angel Island and early-twentieth-century San Francisco carefully, yet the ultimate strength of this story is in her character Jade Moon. Her voice, authentic and consistent, transcends this historical fiction/adventure/love story to embrace every young woman who has ever searched for the real person hidden under the veneer of societys expectations. Grades 8-12. --Frances Bradburn; Title: The Fire Horse Girl | [
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22,296 | 0 | From the title on, silence and secrets create stirring drama in this wordless picture book about a child who helps a runaway slave escape. The full-page charcoal-and-pencil drawings in sepia tones show the girl busy with her chores on her familys farm. Then she glimpses someone watching her in the barn. She barely sees the runaway; the pictures show just an eye. She never speaks with the hidden figure, but she leaves food, wrapped in cloth, even as terrifying, armed slave hunters on horseback show her family a poster: Wanted. Escaped. Reward. Then the fugitive disappears in the night, but the girl finds a doll made from the star-patterned cloth that covered the food she had brought. At the storys end, the girl lies in bed watching the stars in the night sky. A long afterword adds context to the historical setting, and children will be moved to return to the images many times and fill in their own words. Grades 2-4. --Hazel Rochman"Gorgeously rendered in soft, dark pencils, this wordless book is reminiscent of the naturalistic pencil artistry of Maurice Sendak and Brian Selznick, but unique in its accurate re-creation of a Civil War-era farm in northwestern Virginia. On the dedication page, readers see a star quilt on a split rail fence, symbolizing the North Star. Confederate soldiers arrive on horseback and a farmer’s daughter’s lingering gaze betrays her intuition of their visit. She goes about her duties of feeding the animals and gathering harvested vegetables. In the recently harvested cornstalks propped up in the corner of the barn, she hears a rustling and sees an eye. Superb visual storytelling shows her hands time and time again offering a piece of corn bread, apple pie, a leg of chicken, each time on a small checkered kerchief, to the young, hidden runaway. The soldiers return with a poster: “Wanted! Escaped! Reward!” These words call out in the otherwise wordless book, and readers feel their power. Parallels between the fugitive and the farmer’s daughter establish themselves visually when the latter gazes from behind a door, terrified at this threat. An author’s note details the Civil War stories Cole heard as a young boy and underscores his intention of showing not the division, anger, and violence of the Civil War, but “the courage of everyday people who were brave in quiet ways.” - Sara Lissa Paulson,American Sign Language and English Lower School PS 347, New York City, Starred review"Cole’s (A Nest for Celeste) beautifully detailed pencil drawings on cream-colored paper deftly visualize a family’s ruggedly simple lifestyle on a Civil War–era homestead, while facing stark, ethical choices. Beginning with an illustration of a star-patterned quilt hanging over a fence (such quilts, Cole writes in his author’s note, signified a “safe house” for runaway slaves), the wordless story follows a girl who becomes aware of someone hiding in the barn. In one scene, she glances nervously over her shoulder at an unexpected noise; the next shows a closeup of cornhusks, a frightened eye peering through; the girl dashes from the barn in terror in a third illustration. After pondering her discovery, she stealthily delivers food wrapped in a checkered napkin on multiple occasions. Household adults are none the wiser, and following a close call with a pair of bounty hunters, the girl returns to the barn and discovers a cornhusk doll, left behind as thanks. Cole conjures significant tension and emotional heft (his silent storytelling calls to mind Brian Selznick’s recent work) in this powerful tale of quiet camaraderie and courage." - Publishers Weekly starred review“[D]esigned to present youngsters with a moral choice…[T]he author, a former teacher, clearly intended ‘Unspoken’ to be a challenging book, its somber sepia tone drawings establish a mood of foreboding.” - New York Times Book Review; Title: Unspoken: A Story From the Underground Railroad | [
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22,297 | 2 | Praise for Whatever After #2: If the Shoe Fits:"Tween girls are going to gobble this story up . . . and want another and another." -- Booklist"Readers bewitched by this lively series will enjoy this adventurous sequel." -- Kirkus Reviews"[T]wists throughout the story make it a worthwhile fractured fairy tale." -- School Library JournalPraise for Whatever After:"An uproariously funny read. The swift pace of the tale and non-stop action . . . will enchant readers from the first page." -- Kirkus Reviews"Hilarious . . . with unexpected plot twists and plenty of girl power." -- Booklist"Giddy, fizzy, hilarious fun!" -- Lauren Myracle, author of Luv Ya Bunches"Tons of fractured fairy tale fun!" -- Meg Cabot, author of Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls and The Princess Diaries"The feminist in me adored it, and the mother in me loved how my daughter would long to cuddle in close as we read together." -- Danielle Herzog, blogging for The Washington PostSarah Mlynowski is the New York Times bestselling author of the Whatever After series, the Magic in Manhattan series, Gimme a Call, and a bunch of other books for tweens and teens, including the Upside-Down Magic series, which she is cowriting with Lauren Myracle and Emily Jenkins. Originally from Montreal, Sarah now lives in the kingdom of Manhattan with her very own prince charming and their fairy-tale-loving daughters. Visit Sarah online at www.sarahm.com and find her on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter at @sarahmlynowski.; Title: If the Shoe Fits (Whatever After #2) | [
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22,298 | 1 | Praise for Geronimo Stilton books:"Lightning pace and full-color design will hook kids in a flash." -- Publishers WeeklyGERONIMO STILTON is the publisher of The Rodent's Gazette, Mouse Island's most famouse newspaper. In his spare time, Mr. Stilton enjoys collecting antique cheese rinds, playing golf, and telling stories to his nephew Benjamin. He lives in New Mouse City, Mouse Island. Visit Geronimo online at www.scholastic.com/geronimostilton.; Title: Creepella Von Cacklefur, No. 5: Fright Night (A Geronimo Stilton Adventure) | [
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22,299 | 14 | PreS-K-Five young trick-or-treaters are preparing for Halloween. Two eyes are cut out of a sheet and face paint is applied to a little boy's nose. One costume is complete with the addition of a black cat, another with the application of hair gel and a ketchup drop. Simple rhyming sentences ("It's Halloween night. My costume's just right./With my satin gown and golden crown,/I'm a ...") and colorful, uncluttered illustrations give clues to the costume, but the answer isn't revealed until the page is turned. Children can find stars, spiders, bats, and pumpkins hidden in the backgrounds of each colorful spread. This not-so-scary Halloween book is filled with smiles and treats.-Tanya Boudreau, Cold Lake Public Library, AB, Canada(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Each kid prepares a scary costume for being a fright on Halloween night in this story, which features a simple rhyme and brightly colored double-page spreads. A girl has a pointy hat and a spooky cat; turn the page, and she is a witch. Then there is a ghoul, a bear, and a smiling vampire with scary fangs and pointy bangs (made up with ketchup and hair gel). Finally, the costumed kids gather to ring a doorbell and yell Trick or treat, smiling together. The dress-up play, described in both the words and pictures, will make this a lively choice for Halloween sharing with young children. Preschool-Kindergarten. --Hazel Rochman; Title: It's Halloween Night! | [
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