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Kid Noir: Kitty Feral and the Case of the Marshmallow Monkey (Turner Classic Movies)
by Eddie Muller Jessica SchmidtFrom celebrated Dark City author, TCM host, and film noir expert Eddie Muller comes the tale of hardboiled cat detective Kitty Feral and the search for a candy-crusted chocolate confection—and a missing friend. Dangerous denizens lurk around every dark corner as Kitty searches for clues in bookstores, alleyways, rooftops, and waterfronts. Who made off with the majestic Marshmallow Monkey (inspired by none other than the Maltese Falcon)? Where is the beloved Mitch the Mutt? Kitty&’s got plenty of questions and not enough answers! Follow along through a tangled web of crime and intrigue as Kitty tries to solve the case.
Kid Olympians: True Tales of Childhood from Champions and Game Changers (Kid Legends #9)
by Robin StevensonTriumphant, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of international athletes who have captured the world&’s attention at the Summer Olympics and Paralympics, like Simone Biles, Jesse Owens, Naomi Osaka, Tatyana McFadden, and 12 other incredible olympians.Athletes throughout history have dreamed of competing in the Olympics—and some were kids themselves when those dreams and plans began! In Kid Olympians: Summer, discover the childhood stories of legends such as: Usain Bolt, who used to skip practices to go to the arcade and play video games.Serena Williams, who sometimes hit her tennis ball over the fence on purpose!Tatyana McFadden, who had to fight to be allowed on her school&’s track teamFeaturing kid-friendly text and full-color illustrations, you&’ll be inspired to dream bigger, faster, and higher than ever before! The diverse and inspiring group also includes Michael Phelps, Yusra Mardini, Dick Fosbury, Ibtihaj Muhammad, Gertrude Ederle, Nadia Comaneci, Ellie Simmonds, Tommie Smith, Wilma Rudolph, and Megan Rapinoe.
Kid Owner
by Tim GreenFrom New York Times bestselling author and former NFL player Tim Green comes a riveting new stand-alone football novel.When Ryan's estranged father unexpectedly dies, Ryan learns that he has inherited the Dallas Cowboys. With his new role as owner of this NFL team, Ryan has high hopes that he can be more than just a middle-school misfit. Maybe he can even get off the bench and into the starting lineup of his own football team.With the help of his friends Jackson and Izzy, Ryan takes advantage of his newfound stardom. He convinces his coach to use a tricky passing offense that plays to Ryan's strengths.But just when things are looking up, Ryan's nasty stepmother makes a legal play to make her own son the Cowboys' kid owner. With drama heating up both on and off the field, Ryan quickly realizes he may lose much more than just the Dallas Cowboys.
Kid Pirates: Their Battles, Shipwrecks, & Narrow Escapes (Ten True Tales)
by Allan ZulloSome volunteered. Others were forced to serve. But each of these young people sailed with the world's most feared pirates -- from the notorious Blackbeard and Captain Kidd to Sir Henry Morgan and others. Some of these kids fought side-by-side with the pirates, and others tried to escape. You will never forget their incredible true stories.
Kid Power (Kid Power #1)
by Susan Beth PfefferWinner of the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award and the Sequoyah Children's Book Award:To save money for a bike, a young girl becomes a business tycoon Janie is desperate for a new bike, but her parents won't buy her one unless she can pay for half of it herself. She's too young to babysit and it's too late to get a paper route, so Janie decides to open her own business. She calls it Kid Power and promises her customers that there is no problem too big or too small for her to handle--but this budding entrepreneur will soon find that running a company isn't as easy as it looks. As Janie begins walking dogs, feeding cats, cleaning gutters, and pulling weeds, she gets closer and closer to her bike. But as Kid Power grows bigger than Janie can handle, she learns that there are some problems money can't solve, and some things even more important than getting a new bike.
Kid Power Strikes Back (Kid Power #2)
by Susan Beth PfefferTo save her business, a young entrepreneur dreams bigger than ever before When she wanted a new bike, Janie started doing odd jobs around the neighborhood for a dollar an hour. She promised her clients that no job was too big or too small--and Kid Power was born. By the end of the summer, she had regular clients, employees, and a steady stream of income--all the makings of a tiny business empire. But after Labor Day, summer work vanished, and Kid Power was no more. Janie is about to give up on the business when she realizes that there will be snow on the ground soon--snow that needs shoveling. She reinvents Kid Power as a cold-weather company, doing all the winter chores that people will pay her to do. But when the money starts rolling in, so does trouble. Kid Power may be headed for the deep freeze.
Kid President's Guide to Being Awesome
by Brad Montague Robby Novak"This is LIFE, people! You've got air coming through your nose! You've got a heartbeat! That means it's time to do something!" announces Kid President in his book, Kid President's Guide to Being Awesome. From YouTube sensation (75 million views and counting!) to Hub Network summer series star, Kid President--ten-year-old Robby Novak--and his videos have inspired millions to dance more, to celebrate life, and to throw spontaneous parades.In his Guide to Being Awesome, Kid President pulls together lists of awesome ideas to help the world, awesome interviews with his awesome celebrity friends (he has interviewed Beyoncé!), and a step-by-step guide to make pretty much everything a little bit awesomer. Grab a corn dog and settle in to your favorite comfy chair. Pretend it's your birthday! (In fact, treat everyone like it's THEIR birthday!) Kid President is here with a 240-page, full-color Guide to Being Awesome that'll spread love and inspire the world.
Kid Presidents: True Tales of Childhood from America's Presidents (Kid Legends #1)
by Doogie Horner David StablerThe kids who grew up to be president were like a lot of other children. Some struggled with schoolwork and got into fights; others pranked their teachers and infuriated their parents. William Howard Taft was forced to take dance lessons. Gerald Ford struggled with dyslexia. Teddy Roosevelt had a bedroom "museum" full of dead animals. Kid Presidents features 20 captivating true stories from the childhoods of American presidents, complete with lively text and more than 200 cartoon illustrations. Laugh-out-loud funny and packed with cool facts, it's the perfect read for all young future leaders of the free world.
Kid Scientists: True Tales of Childhood from Science Superstars (Kid Legends #5)
by David Stabler Anoosha SyedFrom the author who brought young readers KID ATHLETES, KID PRESIDENTS, KID ARTISTS, and KID AUTHORS comes KID SCIENTISTS, a lively look into the childhoods of the world's most brilliant scientists.
Kid Smoothies: Smoothie Recipes Kids Will Love to Make
by Erin FletterA healthy kids&’ cookbook of fun, easy smoothie recipes that teaches kids basic kitchen skills without using a stove or tons of equipment!Dragon&’s Laire Cocoa Smoothie, Vanilla Bean Dream Delight, Pineapple Paradise, Strawberry Lemonade Stand Pops—these are just some of the yummy, kid-approved recipes you&’ll find in Kid Smoothies by Erin Fletter, co-founder of Sticky Fingers Cooking. In this book, kids ages 6 to 9 will gain confidence in the kitchen as they take charge making delicious smoothies from start to finish. They&’ll learn to handle basic tools and equipment and prep like a pro—cutting fruit, zesting citrus, operating a blender, and more. Filled with recipes for refreshing, creamy, and fruity smoothies, smoothie bowls, and smoothie pops, there is a fresh and healthy treat for everyone in the family to enjoy. 40+ BEGINNER-FRIENDLY RECIPES: Kids can practice their kitchen skills with abundant and fun smoothie, smoothie bowl, or smoothie pop recipesEASY INTRODUCTORY COOKBOOK: With simple instructions, age-appropriate guidance, and minimal equipment, these no-cook recipes are ideal for teaching kitchen fundamentals to aspiring kid chefs BEAUTIFUL COLORFUL PHOTOS: Spark creativity with visuals of inspiring smoothie creations, garnishes, and toppingsTRY ALL THE COLORS: Encourages healthy eating with tips and pointers on nutrition—a fun and playful invitation to adventurous eating CREATE YOUR OWN SMOOTHIE: Young chefs can create their own smoothie creations and favorite combinations with easy, fill-in the blank recipes
Kid Start-Up: How YOU Can Become an Entrepreneur
by Mark Cuban Shaan Patel Ian McCue"The best way to predict the future is to invent it." —Mark Cuban, How to Win at the Sport of BusinessDiscover a winning idea, launch your business, and start making money today! Do you think it would be cool to run your own business? Do you want to help people with everyday problems? Do you want to make money?Then you could be an entrepreneur! You don't have to be a grownup to launch your start-up. We'll show you how to discover a great business idea and get it off the ground. You can try one of our ten kid-friendly businesses, including timeless ventures like starting a lemonade stand to more modern-day endeavors like launching an Etsy art store, or create your own. Because every billionaire was once a kid with great ideas—just like you!
Kid Swap
by Michael Lawrence Ellis NadlerJiggy is horrified to hear that his parents have signed him up for a reality TV show called Kid Swap. He is to move in with another family and everything he does will be filmed. Sadly, most of what he does while the camera is pointing his way is not the kind of thing he wants to share with millions of total strangers. And then, on top of it all, there's his bizarre skin problem...Find out how Jiggy copes with TV fame andflick the pages for a disgusting dinner!
Kid Swap (Jiggy McCue #10)
by Michael LawrenceJiggy is horrified to hear that his parents have signed him up for a reality TV show called Kid Swap. He is to move in with another family and everything he does will be filmed. Sadly, most of what he does while the camera is pointing his way is not the kind of thing he wants to share with millions of total strangers. And then, on top of it all, there's his bizarre skin problem...Find out how Jiggy copes with TV fame andflick the pages for a disgusting dinner!
Kid Trailblazers: True Tales of Childhood from Changemakers and Leaders (Kid Legends #8)
by Robin StevensonInspiring, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of trailblazers including Kamala Harris, Greta Thunberg, Ai Weiwei, Benazir Bhutto, Elliot Page, and John Lewis, along with 10 other powerful figures.Featuring kid-friendly text and full-color illustrations, Kid Trailblazers highlights contemporary figures who have led the way in government, social activism, environmental justice, and the arts. Middle-grade readers will learn how these figures got their start as kids just like them, with impactful stories and fun facts such as: • Angela Merkel once won a trip to Moscow, where she bought a Beatles album. • Stacey Abrams and her siblings played pretend as librarians for fun. • Al Gore lived in a hotel as a kid and liked to drop water balloons off the roof! Kid Trailblazers explores the childhood stories of leaders who have taken on the most pressing issues of our time by expressing themselves and challenging the world.
Kid Trouble
by Laurie Mcelroy Dan Schneider George DotyJosh is student-teaching in Megan's classroom, but the class soon rebels against their new taskmaster. Then Drake joins forces with Megan to lead the revolt. Could it be that Drake is just trying to snare the class's amazing drummer for his band?
Kid Youtuber 2: From the Creator of Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja (Kid Youtuber #2)
by Marcus Emerson Noah ChildDavy Spencer is still learning the secrets to becoming a superstar YouTuber! In this season, Davy's views skyrocket when he lets Fans decide his next video, but how far will he go to become an internet legend? Answer - VERY, VERY FAR. There’s a food drive at Davy’s school, and the kid who donates the most canned goods by the end of the week wins a super rad bike! Davy promises his Fans a crazy-dangerous stunt with the bike if they help him win it - all they have to do is leave a canned good by his locker with a video idea taped to the top. As the cans pile up, so does Davy’s Fan count, but how high does Davy need to jump to keep his new Fans happy? Kid Youtuber: Hungry for More is a funny children's book for ages 9-12, middle school students, and adults who never grew up. Marcus Emerson is the author of Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja, The Super Life of Ben Braver, and Recess Warriors.
Kid in the Kitchen: 100 Recipes and Tips for Young Home Cooks: A Cookbook
by Melissa Clark Daniel GerckeThe New York Times Food columnist and beloved home cooking authority welcomes the next generation of chefs into the kitchen with 100 recipes that are all about what YOU think is good. Whether you&’re new to cooking or you already rock that kitchen, these 100 recipes make it easy to cook what you like, exactly how you like it. In Kid in the Kitchen, Melissa Clark, who has been cooking with her own kid for years, takes you step-by-step through how to understand and create each dish. These recipes are fun, insanely delicious, and will help you become a confident cook. There are tons of tips and tweaks, too, so you can cook what you want with what you have. Make amped-up breakfasts, sandwiches that slay, noodles and pasta for every craving, plus sheet pan dinners, mix and match grain bowls and salads, one-pot meals, party classics, and the richest, gooiest desserts. This is the fun, easy way to awesome food. Recipes include: Fresh Custardy French Toast • OMG, I Smell Bacon! (spicy and candied, too) • Granola Bar Remix, feat. Cranberry and Ginger • The. Last. Guacamole. Recipe. Ever. • Fast Pho • Garlicky, Crumb-y Pasta • Classic Caesar Salad with Unclassic Cheesy Croutons • Crispy Pork Carnitas Tacos • Mexican Chicken Soup & Chips • Shrimp Scampi Skillet Dinner • Korean Scallion and Veggie Pancakes (Pajeon) • Fluffy Buttermilk Biscuits Put a Spell on You • Rise & Dine Cinnamon Raisin Bread • Buttery Mashed Potato Cloud • Deep Dark Fudgy Brownies • Think Pink Lemonade Bars Melissa will explain the most helpful kitchen tools and tips, from the proper way to hold a chef&’s knife to why you need a Microplane grater right now. She&’ll even clue you in on which recipe rules you can break and how to snap amazing food photos to share!
Kid the Goat Won't Wear His Christmas Coat
by Lana StennerThis romping Christmas tale is a kid-approved reminder to wear your winter coat! Lana Stenner of the Grace-Filled Homestead (which is also filled with goats, chickens, and sheep) shares this hilarious story about a young goat who would rather stay in his pajamas than wear his coat at Christmastime.Kid the Goat runs to the Christmas tree to open his presents and saves the biggest for last. What could be inside such a big box? After ripping off—and snacking on—the wrapping paper, Kid opens the box and finds . . . a winter coat. Clothes for Christmas? What a bu-u-ummer! When Kid refuses to wear his coat, Maa-a-a makes Kid stay inside while the rest of the family enjoys Christmas Day outside. How can Kid make ice skating, building snowmen, sledding, and caroling just as fun while inside the house by himself?Filled with cute and cuddly artwork, this relatable and laugh-out-loud rhyming storyis for ages 0 to 4,shows kids the consequences of not dressing for the weather, andis a perfect gift for Christmas and Advent.Grab a copy for your coat-averse children today. They will Totes McGotes love this book!
Kid's Guide to Boston (Kid's Guides Series)
by Eileen OgintzBefore you plan your family’s next excursion, get some help from a travel professional…and your kids! The Kid’s Guide series lets the kids help plan your trip and guides you as you explore your destination. Inside you’ll find kid-tested tips on where to go, where to eat, what to see, and where to get the best souvenirs. Along the way, your kids will be engaged by reading and sharing fun acts and cool travel tips. Awesome games and quizzes keep the family entertained! Fun for both visiting and local kids!
Kid's Guide to Chess: Learn the Game's Rules, Strategies, Gambits, and the Most Popular Moves to Beat Anyone!—100 Tips and Tricks for Kings and Queens!
by Ellisiv ReppenA fun illustrated guide for beginners who want to learn about more chess! Perfect for fans of the hit Netflix show The Queen's Gambit! Chess is played on every continent and by several hundred million people. It&’s the most popular board game in the world, and people of all ages love to play! In A Kid's Guide to Chess, you&’ll start learn all of the basics like how the pieces move and then progress to the more complicated ideas behind the best moves for the different phases of the game. This book offers something for beginners who have never picked up a chess piece as well as more advanced instruction for experienced learners who are looking to become expert players! With this comprehensive guide, learn: • The rules of the game • Tactical moves • Openings • Vulnerable routes • The history of chess • And much more! Additionally, inside you&’ll find exclusive tips from some of the world&’s best chess players. These clever suggestions will help you to become a real master of chess. Imagine how much fun it will be to win a game against a classmate or—if you&’re really good—maybe even your grandpa! If you&’re up for a real challenge, you can also test yourself with puzzles taken from world championship games. Put on your thinking cap—your brain&’s got some work to do!
Kid's Guide to Horsemanship and Grooming
by Emma Ford Cat HillA kid-friendly introduction to safe and proper horse care from the best in the business. Whether taking their first lessons, handling horses when visiting friends, or enjoying the challenges of first-pony ownership, children need to learn more than just &“how to ride.&” When it comes to horses, the most important lessons begin on the ground, not only to keep all involved safe, but also to ensure the fair and proper care of the horse so that he remains healthy and happy. This highly illustrated, easy-to-use book is the most complete and correct guide available for horse-crazy kids and their families to learn basic horsemanship standards and responsibly apply them in the barn, in the arena, at home, and at competitions. Professional grooms and authors of the bestsellers World-Class Grooming for Horses and World-Class Braiding-Manes and Tails, Cat Hill and Emma Ford are both lifelong horsewomen who have managed barns and strings of horses for top riders in all disciplines, including Olympians and World Champions. They travel the country teaching clinics in proper horsemanship and grooming to aspiring young riders. Now they have put their wealth of experience in these pages with over 700 professional color photos and clear, numbered steps that teach readers: Catching, leading, and handling Daily grooming Tacking up Post-riding or lesson care Tack cleaning Barn chores Packing for shows and competitions Bathing, clipping, and braiding And more! With cool tips and tricks they've learned over the years, and an emphasis on safety and detail without detracting from the fun of being around horses, Hill and Ford have created an instant classic—a much-needed resource that will not only encourage young readers to become complete &“horse people&” as well as &“riders,&” it will preserve and pass along the management skills honed over a lifetime in barns held to the highest standards. Hands down, this book is the must-have starter kit for every young rider. Ages 8-12.
Kid's Guide to Los Angeles County (Kid's Guides Series)
by Eileen OgintzBefore you plan your family&’s next excursion in Southern California, get some help from a travel professional… and your kids! The Kid&’s Guide to Southern California lets the kids help plan the trip and guides you as you explore the region. Inside you&’ll find kid-tested tips on where to go, where to eat, what to see, and where to get the best souvenirs. Along the way, your kids will be engaged by reading and sharing fun California facts and cool travel tips. Awesome games and quizzes will keep the family entertained.
Kid's Guide to Maine
by Eileen OgintzBefore you plan your family&’s next vacation to Maine, get some help from a travel professional… and your kids! The Kid&’s Guide to Maine lets the kids help plan your trip and guides you as you explore Vacationland from the southern beaches to the great north woods. Inside you&’ll find kid-tested tips on where to go, where to eat, what to see, and where to get the best souvenirs. Along the way, your kids will be engaged by reading and sharing fun facts and cool travel tips. Awesome games and quizzes will keep the family entertained, too. Fun for both visiting and local kids.
Kid's Guide to San Diego (Kid's Guides Series)
by Eileen OgintzBefore you plan your family’s next excursion, get some help from a travel professional… and your kids! Kid’s Guide to San Diego lets the kids help plan the trip and guides you as you explore this California destination. Inside you’ll find kid-tested tips on where to go, where to eat, what to see, and where to get the best souvenirs. Along the way, your kids will be engaged by reading and sharing fun facts and cool travel tips. Awesome games and quizzes will keep the family entertained. Fun for both visiting and local kids.
Kid's Guide to San Francisco (Kid's Guides Series)
by Eileen OgintzBefore you plan your family’s next excursion in San Francisco, California, get some help from a travel professional… and your kids! The Kid’s Guide to San Francisco lets the kids help plan the trip and guides you as you explore the city. Inside you’ll find kid-tested tips on where to go, where to eat, what to see, and where to get the best souvenirs. Along the way, your kids will be engaged by reading and sharing fun San Francisco facts and cool travel tips. Awesome games and quizzes will keep the family entertained.