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The Chalice of the Gods (Percy Jackson and the Olympians)
by Rick RiordanPercy Jackson's hope for a normal senior year is shattered as the gods present him with three quests, beginning with the retrieval of Zeus's goblet, in order to get the necessary three letters of recommendation for college.
The Chalk Box Kid
by Clyde Robert Bulla Thomas B. AllenA classroom favorite about the power of art and creativity. A new neighborhood. A new school. A lonely birthday. Life isn't easy for nine-year-old Gregory. Then he finds an abandoned chalk factory behind his house. It's a secret place, just for him! Now he can draw anything he imagines on the dark brick walls. What amazing thing will Gregory draw first?
The Chalk Doll
by Charlotte PomerantzRosy's mother remembers the pleasures of her childhood in Jamaica and the very special dolls she used to play with.
The Chalk Giraffe
by Kirsty PaxtonA little girl's imagination springs to life when the chalk giraffe she drew on the pavement begins talking to her. But then the fickle giraffe begins making demands, and the girl must draw surroundings to fulfill his requests...a tree, soft grass, and animal friends. But nothing seems to please him! This delightful rhyming story escalates until the girl draws a laughing giraffe companion that cheers up the grumpy giraffe at last.
The Challenge (Mary-Kate and Ashley, Two of a Kind Diaries)
by Mary-Kate Olsen Ashley OlsenMary-Kate and Ashley go to Mexico to compete in a Survivor-like TV reality show!
The Challenge (Mary-Kate and Ashley, Two of a Kind)
by Megan StineMary-Kate and Ashley go to Mexico to compete in a Survivor-like TV reality show!
The Challenge (Steel Trapp)
by Ridley PearsonIn this riveting thriller, 14-year-old Steven "Steel" Trapp sets off with his mom and their dog, Cairo, on a 2-day Amtrak journey to compete in the National Science Competition in Washington, DC. Steel is both blessed and cursed with a remarkable photographic memory--just one look and whatever he sees is imprinted for keeps. Trying to be a good Samaritan on the train, he instead becomes embroiled in an ingenious, international plot of kidnapping and bribery that may have links to terrorists.
The Challenger Disaster (Cornerstones of Freedom, 2nd Series)
by Tim McneeseRecounts events surrounding the explosion of the space shuttle Challenger in 1986, the first shuttle to carry a civilian passenger, and discusses the impact of this disaster on the U.S. space program. Includes bibliographical references and index.
The Challenger Explosion (Disasters For All Time)
by Valerie BoddenA historical account—including eyewitness quotes—of the devastating 1986 explosion of the space shuttle Challenger and its effect on NASA's programs, ending with how the disaster is memorialized today.
The Challenger: The Challenger (Phantom Stallion #6)
by Terri FarleyThe beloved sixth book in the middle grade Phantom Stallion series about a girl, her horse, and the beauty of the American West returns with a brand-new, stunning cover and bonus material! Perfect for fans of Canterwood Crest and classic horse stories like Black Beauty and My Friend Flicka.Cougars have been spotted nearby, but they haven&’t hurt the ranch horses—yet. So Samantha is outraged when a neighboring rancher vows to kill the cats on sight. And her family&’s horses may be safe, but out on the range, Sam spots a wild young stallion without a herd. Being alone puts this horse in danger. But can Sam protect the rebellious mustang and still save the cougars?
The Challengers (Galaxy Games #1)
by Greg R. FishboneThings are looking up for Tyler Sato (literally!) as he and his friends scan the night sky for a star named for him by his Tokyo cousins in honor of his eleventh birthday. Ordinary stars tend to stay in one place, but Ty's seems to be streaking directly toward Earth at an alarming rate. Soon the whole world is talking about TY SATO, the doomsday asteroid, and life is turned upside down for Ty Sato, the boy, who would rather be playing hoops in his best friend's driveway. <p><p> Meanwhile, aboard a silver spaceship heading for Earth, M'Frozza, a girl with three eyes and five nose holes, is on a secret mission. M'Frozza is the captain of planet Mrendaria's Galaxy Games team, and she is desperate to save her world from a dishonorable performance in the biggest sporting event in the universe. <p> What will happen when Ty meets M'Frozza? Get ready for the most important event in human history-it'll be off the backboard, around the rim, and out of this world!
The Challenging Riddle Book for Kids: Fun Brain-Busters for Ages 9–12
by Danielle HallWhat's challenging, fun, and sure to give your brain a workout this holiday season? This riddle book for kids ages 9-12!Riddle me this—can you solve these super hard word puzzles? You sure can! Featuring nearly 200 brain benders, this riddle book for kids ages 9-12 is the ultimate option for clever children who love thinking outside the box.This big riddle book for kids ages 9-12 will test the limits of your imagination. Start things off with handy tips and simple warm-up riddles that will help you twist your thinking and get creative. What's the difference between a bird and a fly? Tie your brain in knots and find out inside!Boost your brainpower with this riddle book for kids ages 9-12:Tons of tough riddles—Build your problem-solving abilities and stretch your creative thinking skills as you unravel all kinds of perplexing puzzles.Learn about history's biggest puzzlers—Try your hand at some of the world's most famous riddles, like the Riddle of the Sphinx or Bilbo's riddle from The Hobbit, while also learning fun facts about their history.Easy to use—Tips, hints, and an organized answer key in the back of this riddle book for kids ages 9-12 make it easy to get solving with your friends and family anytime.Overcome the mind-blowing mysteries inside the very best riddle book for kids ages 9-12!
The Chamber in the Sky: The Chamber in the Sky (The Norumbegan Quartet #4)
by M. T. AndersonFrom National Book Award and Printz Honor winner M.T. Anderson comes the amazing conclusion to his Norumbegan Quartet!Brian and Gregory have seen it all. They've played a strange, twisty game and won, and then created their own...sort of. They've gone to investigate intergalactic suburban sprawl that was infringing on the Vermont forests, and landed in the empire of New Norumbega inside the huge body of an alien. They've escaped certain death, walked right into it, and wreaked small amounts of havoc of their own. And finally, they're going to make sense of all their travels and adventures...if they possibly can! Part fantasy, part mystery, part quest, part Monty Python, the Game of Sunken Places #4 brings to a close the incredible, strange, funny journey of Brian and Gregory, as only the masterful M. T. Anderson could.
The Chamber of Lies (The Elijah Project #4)
by Bill MyersStill trying to save his younger brother Elijah from the powers of darkness, Zach must debate his faith with an expert atheist, while Elijah undergoes his own tests in the sinister Chamber, which tempts him to deny God and follow the evil Shadow Man.
The Chamber of Lies (The Elijah Project #4)
by Bill MyersIn book four, Chamber of Lies, Zach, Piper, and Elijah are reunited with their parents. But when Elijah is lured into the Chamber, he must face the Shadow Man in a battle for his soul. Only heaven can help him now.
The Chameleon Attack (Battle Bugs #4)
by Jack PattonNever leave a bug behind-- collect all the Battle Bugs books!Sneak attack!An eerie glow from his insect encyclopedia alerts Max Darwin to return to Bug Island. Commander Barton needs Max's help to build a defensive watchtower fortress. In no time, however, chameleons and geckos lay siege to the cliffs around the new camp. The lizards want to destroy the fortress--and take over Bug Island once and for all!
The Chameleon Wore Chartreuse: A Chet Gecko Mystery
by Bruce HaleChet Gecko loves a good mystery. Almost more than he loves his fee--stinkbug pie. So when fellow fourth grader Shirley Chameleon asks him to find her missing brother, Billy, Chet expects the case to be as easy a pie. But Billy's disappearance is part of a larger plot, one that involves the Rat Sisters, a riddling junkyard dog, and a vicious Gila monster named Herman. If Chet doesn't solve the case fast, the entire school could be humiliated. Worst of all, Chet might not get his fee. And Chet's hungry. . . .
The Chameleon that Saved Noah's Ark
by Yael MolchadskyIt&’s mealtime on the ark! Striking folk-art-style paintings illustrate this charming tale about the purpose of every creature and the harmony of nature. Noah and his family work hard to keep all the animals on the ark happy and well-fed. They find just the right food for every creature—except for the two chameleons. These picky eaters won&’t eat anything! Noah is worried! What will tempt these two? It is not until the ark&’s food supply is suddenly threatened, that Noah gets a surprising answer—and discovers that even the SMALLEST creatures have a BIG role to play in nature!
The Chameleon's True Colors
by Yuliya PankratovaChameleon is sad and colorless when he discovers that he has the power to pull color from anywhere, but what happens when he overdoes it?
The Champ: The Story of Muhammad Ali
by Tonya BoldenAn engaging look at life and legacy of Muhammad Ali for readers of all ages Muhammad Ali was one of the world&’s best-known figures, and this incredible biography delves into precisely why. From his unlikely beginnings as a skinny, young Cassius Clay learning to box at a local gym to becoming the heavyweight champion of the world at the famous &“Rumble in the Jungle,&” where even the skies let loose with rain right after his victory, Ali has captivated the world. Tonya Bolden&’s careful research and elegant telling, paired with R. Gregory Christie&’s incredible paintings, make this a book that will inform and inspire readers of all ages. "Bolden's engaging text has a free-verse structure punctuated with enthusiastic exclamations that is enjoyable to read aloud.... The illustrations are striking." —School Library Journal (Starred review)
The Champion
by Maurice GeeIn 1943 twelve-year-old Rex sees his quiet New Zealand village dramatically changed by the arrival of a black American soldier on leave from the war.
The Champion Camping Catastrophe
by Joan StammersThe Champions – a quirky family of Mum, Dad, twelve-year-old Brett, his whimsical younger brother Shane, and their spirited dog, Rover – relocate to Australia in search of sunnier skies. Deciding on an authentic outback camping experience to economize, they venture far from civilization, setting up camp amidst Australia’s untamed wilderness. Soon, they find themselves hilariously ill-equipped to handle Australia’s unpredictable weather, wild creatures, and other unexpected challenges. But the most pressing question remains: In the midst of all the chaos, can they navigate the antics and dynamics of their own family bonds? Dive into this rollicking adventure where nature meets nurture, Australian style!
The Champion of Merrimack County
by Roger DruryThe discovery of a bike-riding mouse in the bathtub is just the beginning of a series of humorous communications for the Berryfield family.
The Champion: Book 3 (Contender #3)
by Taran MatharuIn a world far from our own, where enemies come in many forms, will the ultimate battle for survival be GAME OVER?Don't miss the explosive final book in the epic CONTENDER trilogy from the bestselling author of the Summoner series.CADE AND HIS FRIENDS ARE FIGHTING FOR EARTHCade has managed to survive the duel with the Hydra Alpha - barely. But the Games are far from over.By order of the cruel and mysterious alien overlord, Abaddon, Cade and his friends are sent off to war against the Greys, a humanoid race who have far surpassed humans in technology on their home planet. A GLIMMER OF HOPE?This attempt to move up the leaderboard leads Cade to a game-changing revelation: The Pantheon - the millennia-old alien masterminds behind the Games - have a weakness.With the right artefacts scavenged from the land of Acies and a heavy dose of courage and luck, Cade has exactly one chance to end their tyranny for ever. But if he fails, for the lives of his friends and the survival of Earth it will be ... GAME OVER
The Champion: Book 3 (Contender #3)
by Taran MatharuIn a world far from our own, where enemies come in many forms, will the ultimate battle for survival be GAME OVER?Don't miss the explosive final book in the epic CONTENDER trilogy from the bestselling author of the Summoner series.CADE AND HIS FRIENDS ARE FIGHTING FOR EARTHCade has managed to survive the duel with the Hydra Alpha - barely. But the Games are far from over.By order of the cruel and mysterious alien overlord, Abaddon, Cade and his friends are sent off to war against the Greys, a humanoid race who have far surpassed humans in technology on their home planet. A GLIMMER OF HOPE?This attempt to move up the leaderboard leads Cade to a game-changing revelation: The Pantheon - the millennia-old alien masterminds behind the Games - have a weakness.With the right artefacts scavenged from the land of Acies and a heavy dose of courage and luck, Cade has exactly one chance to end their tyranny for ever. But if he fails, for the lives of his friends and the survival of Earth it will be ... GAME OVERA thrilling and must-read finale for fans of THE CHOSEN and THE CHAMPION.