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How to Tackle Your Dreams
by Fiona HardyEveryone knows that Homer loves Australian Rules football. But ever since his dad moved away and his mum was drafted in the women's league, something has changed. He's spending more time fixing clothes with his grandfather than scoring goals with his friends. When Homer's upgraded school shirt becomes the talk of the playground, he sees a business opportunity that could make him enough money to visit his dad. But the more stitches Homer makes, the more that everything else in his life begins to unravel. His friends don't understand him, his dad feels further away than ever, and even playing football doesn't feel like the escape it used to. Can Homer find a way to get back to how things used to be? And what does it mean if he can't?From the award-winning author behind How to Make a Movie in 12 Days and How to Write the Soundtrack to Your Life comes a warm and funny celebration of following your dreams, wherever they lead
How to Take the Ex Out of Ex-Boyfriend
by Janette RallisonSixteen-year-old Giovanna Petrizzo finds it hard enough to fit in. Three years since her family moved to Texas, she's still the newcomer compared to everyone around her. It doesn't help matters when her twin brother, Dante, takes on the mayor's son by running for class president. The least she could expect, though, would be for her boyfriend, Jesse, to support their cause. But Jesse's apparent defection triggers Giovanna's rash emotional side, and before she knows it, she's turned Jesse from the boy of her dreams to the ex boyfriend she dreams of winning back. In her trademark style, Janette Rallison delivers a laugh-out-loud romantic comedy that only leaves readers wanting more.
How to Take the Ex Out of Ex-Boyfriend
by Janette RallisonBoyfriends are supposed to be loyal, caring, and handsome. Giovanna's boyfriend, Jesse, has perfected the last two. But when her twin brother, Dante, runs for student body president, Jesse doesn't support Dante, choosing to campaign for his opponent instead. Shouldn't the fact that Jesse is Giovanna's boyfriend count for something? So Giovanna dumps Jesse and becomes Dante's campaign manager. But as the political debates heat up, Giovanna begins to regret breaking up with Jesse, and realizes that maybe her decision wasn't the political strategy she should have used. . . .
How to Talk Like a Bear
by Charlie GrandyTold in the same fourth-wall-breaking style of B. J. Novak's The Book With No Pictures, How to Talk Like a Bear is the perfect how-to guide to speaking fluent bear.Want to learn how to speak Bear? Well, you came to the right place. It's far more than just growling and roaring (a common misconception). There's a lot more to it. It's very easy to accidentally say the wrong phrase when you're trying to get your point across. For example, saying "ROOOAARR" instead of "ROAAARRRR" is the difference between wanting a sandwich and wanting to get into beekeeping.This silly romp is perfect for read-alouds and is the exact right gift for anyone looking for a laugh (or looking to learn a new language)."A laugh-out-loud take on the challenges of making ourselves understood."--Kirkus
How to Talk Like a Chicken
by Charlie GrandyFrom the duo behind How to Talk Like a Bear comes a hilarious new picture book!You may think talking like a chicken is all clucking and bawking and flapping your arms, but it's actually far more complicated than that. Like all languages, it has many intricacies. For example, chickens also peep and ruffle their feathers. Very complex.Told in the same fourth-wall-breaking style of How to Talk Like a Bear, a hilarious little chicken guides the reader through important phrases and situations so that all readers are prepared to wow their family members and various farm animals with their perfect chicken prose. It may even come in handy in the off chance a peaceful farm is threatened by a menacing fox!How to Talk Like a Chicken is a perfect read-aloud and a great gift for any child looking to expand their worldview into the vast culture of the Chicken language.
How to Talk Monster
by Lynn PlourdeA whimsical and giggle-inducing exploration of what might happen when a monster visits at bedtime from award-winning children's author Lynn Plourde and the playful imagination of #1 NYT bestselling illustrator, Mike Lowery.A Little Boy is just trying to go to sleep when a Little Monster creeps up to his window and . . . says goop-zee-googy! Or, peek-a-boo!, in case you don't speak Monster. Hilarity ensues as the Little Monster tries to play with the Little Boy despite the language barrier. While at first scared, the Little Boy comes to Little Monster's rescue when he gets hurt and the two new friends are able to play together all night long.Complete with a glossary translating the monster language used throughout, this classic nighttime adventure story will have little readers wishing for a Little Monster to knock on their window at night.
How to Talk to Dads
by Alec GrevenNEVER UNDERESTIMATE THE POWER OF THE FATHER! You may think you know all the tricks, but ten-year-old Alec Greven knows that when it comes to dads, you have to be on your toes. Some dads are strict, and some are easygoing, but they all have a good side and a bad side. What you get totally depends on Dad's mood and your attitude. So no matter how old you are or how tight you are with the big guy, trust Alec to help you get down to the bottom of what makes your dad tick. TIPS: There is an 80 percent chance your dad will say yes when your mom says no. Video games calm Dad down and put him in a better mood. If you think Dad is going to let you run wild, you are wrong! ALEC GREVEN is ten years old and is in the fourth grade. He has appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, the Today show, CNN, and Inside Edition. Alec wrote this book when he was nine years old. He is the author of HOW TO TALK TO GIRLS and HOW TO TALK TO MOMS. He lives in Castle Rock, Colorado, with his family.
How to Talk to Dads
by Alec Greven Kei AcederaNever underestimate the power of the father! You may think you know all the tricks, but ten-year-old Alec Greven knows that when it comes to dads, you have to be on your toes. Some dads are strict, and some are easygoing, but they all have a good side and a bad side. What you get totally depends on Dad's mood and your attitude. So no matter how old you are or how tight you are with the big guy, trust Alec to help you get down to the bottom of what makes your dad tick. Tips: There is an 80 percent chance your dad will say yes when your mom says no. Video games calm Dad down and put him in a better mood. If you think Dad is going to let you run wild, you are wrong!
How to Talk to Girls
by Alec GrevenAre you smart enough to take over a girl's heart? Leave it to a nine-year-old to get down to the basics about how to win victory with a girl. How to talk to girls is for boys of all ages--from eight to eighty--and the girls they like. So read this book and then you're ready. Good luck! Tips: Comb your hair and don't wear sweats. Control your hyperness (cut down on the sugar if you have to). Don't act desperate.
How to Talk to Girls
by Alec Greven Kei AcederaAre you smart enough to take over a girl's heart? Leave it to a nine-year-old to get down to the basics about how to win victory with a girl. How to talk to girls is for boys of all ages--from eight to eighty--and the girls they like. So read this book and then you're ready. Good luck! Tips: Comb your hair and don't wear sweats Control your hyperness (cut down on the sugar if you have to) Don't act desperate
How to Talk to Moms
by Alec GrevenSOMETIMES YOUR MOM SEEMS LIKE THE MOST WONDERFUL WOMAN IN THE WORLD. SOMETIMES YOU THINK SHE IS MEAN AND WANTS TO RUIN YOUR LIFE. REALLY, IT IS BOTH. No matter how well you know your mom, chances are she's got a few tricks up her sleeve. Alec Greven may only be ten, but he will set you straight when it comes to figuring out the most important woman in your life. TIPS: Don't use your shirt as a napkin or Kleenex. Don't bring loose wildlife into the house--ever! Your mom will always love you no matter what. ALEC GREVEN wrote this book when he was nine years old. He has appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Today Show, and Inside Edition. Alec is the author of HOW TO TALK TO GIRLS. He lives in Castle Rock, Colorado, with his family.
How to Talk to Moms
by Alec Greven Kei AcederaSometimes your mom seems like the most wonderful woman in the world. Sometimes you think she is mean and wants to ruin your life. Really, it is both. No matter how well you know your mom, chances are she's got a few tricks up her sleeve. Alec Greven may only be ten, but he will set you straight when it comes to figuring out the most important woman in your life. Tips: Don't use your shirt as a napkin or a Kleenex. Don't bring loose wildlife into the house-ever! Your mom will always love you no matter what.
How to Talk to Santa
by Alec GrevenHow do you control your greed, still get what you want, and spread the cheer? Get ready. Santa's almost here! Ten-year-old Alec Greven is the boy to turn to for advice about the jolly guy in the red suit. He knows it's easy to go wild when Santa is on his way and explains how to avoid Santa-trouble. But there's more to Christmas than want, want, want, and Alec reminds us of the greater meaning--giving to others and spreading joy! There is a 99.999999999% chance that you will never catch Santa. My advice is: Don't risk it! Don't whine now--whine later. December 26 is National Whiners' Day. You can be 100 and still believe. ALEC GREVEN is ten years old and is in the fifth grade. He has appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, the Today show, CNN, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Good Morning America, and more. He is also the author of HOW TO TALK TO GIRLS, HOW TO TALK TO MOMS, and HOW TO TALK TO DADS. He lives in Castle Rock, Colorado, with his family.
How to Talk to Santa
by Alec Greven Kei AcederaHow do you control your greed, still get what you want, and spread the cheer? Get ready. Santa's almost here! Ten-year-old Alec Greven is the boy to turn to for advice about the jolly guy in the red suit. He knows it's easy to go wild when Santa is on his way and explains how to avoid Santa-trouble. But there's more to Christmas than want, want, want, and Alec reminds us of the greater meaning--giving to others and spreading joy! Tips: There is a 99.999999999% chance that you will never catch Santa. My advice is: Don't risk it! Don't whine now--whine later. December 26 is National Whiners' Day. You can be 100 and still believe.
How to Talk to Your Computer (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)
by Seymour SimonRead and find out about the basics of computer language in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.Have you ever wondered how to get a computer to do something? First you need to speak in a way it can understand! Read and find out all about how to talk to your computer in this updated edition with new illustrations and simple engaging text that introduces conditions, loops, and functions.How to Talk to Your Computer comes packed with visual aids like charts, sidebars, an infographic, and a computer-less coding activity. This updated 2019 edition was vetted by Dr. Justin Solomon, Assistant Professor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology.This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. It's a Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are:hands-on and visualacclaimed and trustedgreat for classroomsTop 10 reasons to love LRFOs:Entertain and educate at the same timeHave appealing, child-centered topicsDevelopmentally appropriate for emerging readersFocused; answering questions instead of using survey approachEmploy engaging picture book quality illustrationsUse simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skillsFeature hands-on activities to engage young scientistsMeet national science education standardsWritten/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the fieldOver 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids' scientific interestsBooks in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.
How to Talk to Your Dog
by Jean Craighead GeorgeThis book gives examples of dog body language, vocalizations, and other behaviors, and how humans can communicate with their canine pets and partners.
How to Talk to Your Pet: And Other Animals
by Dr James GreenwoodDiscover how to talk to your pet, with vet and star of Channel 4's Fur Babies and CBBC's The Pets Factor, Dr James Greenwood.What does it means when a dog's tail wags round and round like a helicopter?What is a cat is trying to say when its ears are pricked up?And what on earth is a rabbit trying to tell you when it eats its own poo?From cats and dogs to horses, hamsters, rabbits and more, animals all have something to say. Learn how to read the clues your pet is trying to give you, and discover how to communicate with them, too!Buzzing with brilliant facts and packed with hilarious illustrations, this pet companion book is the perfect gift for young animal-lovers.
How to Talk to Your Pet: And Other Animals
by Dr James Greenwood'Essential reading for any pet owner or animal lover' - Dr Xand van Tulleken'Finally... we can understand what our pets actually think!' - Dr Ranj Singh**Discover how to talk to your pet, with vet and star of Channel 4's Fur Babies and CBBC's The Pets Factor, Dr James Greenwood.What does it mean when a dog's tail wags round and round like a helicopter?What is a cat is trying to say when its ears are pricked up?And what on earth is a rabbit trying to tell you when it eats its own poo?From cats and dogs to horses, hamsters, rabbits and more, animals all have something to say. Learn how to read the clues your pet is trying to give you, find out what they need, and discover how to communicate with them, too!Buzzing with brilliant facts and packed with hilarious illustrations, this pet companion book is the perfect gift for young animal-lovers.
How to Talk to Your Pet: And Other Animals
by Dr James Greenwood'Essential reading for any pet owner or animal lover' - Dr Xand van Tulleken'Finally... we can understand what our pets actually think!' - Dr Ranj Singh**Discover how to talk to your pet, with vet and star of Channel 4's Fur Babies and CBBC's The Pets Factor, Dr James Greenwood.What does it mean when a dog's tail wags round and round like a helicopter?What is a cat is trying to say when its ears are pricked up?And what on earth is a rabbit trying to tell you when it eats its own poo?From cats and dogs to horses, hamsters, rabbits and more, animals all have something to say. Learn how to read the clues your pet is trying to give you, find out what they need, and discover how to communicate with them, too!Buzzing with brilliant facts and packed with hilarious illustrations, this pet companion book is the perfect gift for young animal-lovers.
How to Talk to Your Succulent
by Zoe PersicoAfter the loss of her mother, Adara struggles to communicate with her family about her grief. When a sympathetic ear arises in an unlikely place, Adara can finally find her words — but can she find the time to listen? A stunning graphic novel for middle-grade readers about family, friendship and magic in unlikely places, for fans of The Witches of Brooklyn and Raina Telgemeier.Eleven-year-old Adara and her dad are moving from California to the cold and flat lands of Michigan . . . and it sucks. After Mom's recent passing, it seems way too soon. Talking to Dad has always been harder than with Mom, but now it's like walking on eggshells. And why did Dad bring so many of Mom's houseplants across the country? Her mother might have been called the "plant whisperer" back home, but Adara is beginning to wonder if there is something more to it. But when she meets a little succulent named Perle, she unlocks the same magical ability her mother had: talking to plants!But taking care of Perle isn't as easy as it seems — the environment isn't suited for her, and Adara doesn't know how to meet her needs. Kind of like the situation Adara herself is in. If only Perle could ask Adara for help . . . and Adara could ask her dad.With a touch of magic, this debut middle-grade graphic novel explores loneliness, mental health and empathy, and shows how communication, openness and a willingness to listen can help young people — and older people — and plants! — navigate their mental well-being and heal from loss, individually and together.
How to Teach Your Cat a Trick: in Five Easy Steps (How to Cat books)
by Nicola WinstanleyIn this hilarious and clever follow-up to How to Give Your Cat a Bath, a boy, a dog and a know-it-all narrator are thwarted by a cat who refuses to learn a trick. The perfect read-aloud for fans of Interrupting Chicken.Step one: Decide on a trickStep two: Get some treats readyStep three: Hold the treat in your hand and ask your cat to do the trickStep four: Watch your cat do exactly what you asked him to doStep five: Reward your cat for doing the trick Simple, right? This spoof on an instruction manual features an increasingly bewildered human, a nonchalant cat, a very good dog and a know-it-all narrator . . . who really doesn't know it all. How DO you teach a cat a trick? Read on to find out!
How to Teach a Monster (Magical Creatures and Crafts)
by Sue FliessWhat happens when a big furry monster no longer wants to be scary? How can he figure out what his other talents are? In this installation of Sue Fliess and Simona Sanfilippo's Magical Creatures and Crafts series, an unhappy monster is hoping to get out of the scaring business. But it's all he's ever known. So one day he realizes the key lies in learning a new skill. And who better to teach him something new than a group of kind and patient kids? The kids agree to help him and offer to teach him a number of things—and he chooses baking a cake. The story follows the monster as he learns how to bake and decorate. The journey includes funny monsterly snafus, but in the end he makes a monster of a cake and is proud to have learned and changed. Kids will delight in the monster's trials and errors, and cheer him on when he persists and finds success. Fliess&’s bouncy read-aloud rhyming text and Sanfilippo&’s energetic, whimsical illustrations will bring joy to young readers as they watch the children exercise patience with a monster who is just a little bit self-conscious and clumsy. Also included are guides for teachers and parents about popular monsters in stories and media, as well as instructions for making a monstrously fun and delicious cake!
How to Throw the Ultimate Slumber Party: Invitations, Games, Crafts, and More!
by Jamie Kyle McGillianGo beyond pillow fights and learn how to throw a slumber party that rocks everyone&’s PJs! Everyone knows that sleepovers are about FUN—not sleeping! Now, with this comprehensive guide at your side, you can throw the best slumber party ever. It&’s packed with punch-out invitations, ideas on how to get organized, and theme suggestions, from &“Sports Night,&” to &“Under the Stars,&” to &“Glam Girl.&” There are also icebreakers, games, recipes for super-yummy snacks, and crafts. You&’ll throw a party that no one will forget! An updated and revised edition of Sleepover Party!, with fresh new illustrations.
How to Train With a T. Rex and Win 8 Gold Medals
by Michael Phelps Alan Abrahamson Ward JenkinsWhat does it take to win eight gold medals? Does it mean napping away three summer vacations? Eating enough broccoli to fill the back of a pickup truck? Swimming the length of the Great Wall of China three times? image descriptions present
How to Train Your Dad
by Gary PaulsenFrom the legendary author of Hatchet, a laugh-out-loud misadventure about a boy, his free-thinking dad, and the puppy-training pamphlet that turns their summer upside down.Twelve-year-old Carl is fed up with his father's single-minded pursuit of an off-the-grid existence. His dad may be brilliant, but dumpster-diving for food, scouring through trash for salvageable junk, and wearing clothes fully sourced from garage sales is getting old. Increasingly worried about what schoolmates and a certain girl at his new school might think of his circumstances—and encouraged by his off-kilter best friend—Carl adopts the principles set forth in a randomly discovered puppy-training pamphlet to “retrain” his dad’s mindset . . . a crackpot experiment that produces some very unintentional results.This is a fierce and funny novel about family, green-living, and untangling some of the ties that bind from middle-grade master Gary Paulsen.