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The Case of the Peculiar Pink Fan: An Enola Holmes Mystery (The Enola Holmes Mysteries #4)
by Nancy SpringerWhen Enola Holmes encounters her friend Lady Cecily hiding behind a pink fan, she finds it peculiar. In fact, she realizes Cecily is in danger! But what, exactly, is the matter? And how can Enola help? After examining the clues, Enola discovers Lady Cecily is being held hostage in an abysmal orphanage, and if she isn?t rescued, she?ll be forced into a miserable marriage! This complicated case has Sherlock and Enola (literally) running into each other all over London. If Enola joins forces with the brother she has fought desperately to elude, she risks her freedom?yet, if she doesn?t, Lady Cecily could be doomed! Edgar Award?winning Nancy Springer offers the riskiest case yet for our well-loved, critically acclaimed heroine. .
Winnie the Pooh (Winnie-the-Pooh)
by A. A. Milne Ernest H. ShepardHappy 90th birthday, to one of the world's most beloved icons of children's literature, Winnie-the-Pooh! The adventures of Pooh and Piglet, Kanga and tiny Roo, Owl, Rabbit, and the ever doleful Eeyore are timeless treasures of childhood. In this beautiful edition of Winnie-the-Pooh, each of Ernest H. Shepard's beloved original illustrations has been meticulously hand painted. Bright in color and elegant in design, this lovely volume of Milne's classic tales welcomes friends old and new into the most enchanted of places, the Hundred Acre Wood.From the Hardcover edition.
The House At Pooh Corner
by A. A. MilneThe second classic children's story by A. A. Milne about Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends in The Hundred Acre Wood. Winnie-the-Pooh and all of his friends return to the Hundred Acre Wood for more classic adventures. They meet the irrepressible Tigger for the first time, learn to play Poohsticks and set a trap for a Heffalump. In this stunning edition of The House at Pooh Corner, A. A. Milne's world-famous sequel to Winnie-the-Pooh is once again brought to life by E. H. Shepard's illustrations. Milne's classic children's stories - featuring Piglet, Eeyore and, of course, Pooh himself - are both heart-warming and funny, reflecting the power of a child's imagination like no other story before or since. Bound in a cloth cover and with delicate gold foiling on its cover, this charming edition is the ideal gift book for children of 5 to 55.
When We Were Very Young
by A. A. Milne"When We Were Very Young" and "Now We Are Six" complete the four-volume set of deluxe editions of the Milne and Shepard classic works. Like their companions, the "Winnie-the-Pooh 80th Anniversary Edition/i> and "The House At Pooh Corner," these beautiful books feature a ribbon bookmark, a specially designed jacket with metallic ink and a peep-through window to the fullcolor case, and full-color artwork on cream-colored stock. The imaginative charm that has made Pooh the world's most famous bear pervades the pages of Milne's poetry, and Ernest H. Shepard's witty and loving illustrations enhance these truly delightful gift editions.
Summer According to Humphrey (According to Humphrey #6)
by Betty G. BirneyWhen Humphrey hears that school is ending, he can't believe his ears. What's a classroom hamster to do if there's no more school? <P><P> It turns out that Mrs. Brisbane has planned something thrilling for Humphrey and Og the frog: they're going to Camp Happy Hollow with Ms. Mac and lots of the kids from Room 26! <P><P>Camp is full of FUN-FUN-FUN new experiences, but it's also a little scary. <P>There are fur-raising wild sounds and smells, and there's something called the Howler to watch out for. <P>Humphrey is always curious about new adventures, but could camp be too wild even for him?
Horrible Harry and the Locked Closet (Horrible Harry #21)
by Frank Remkiewicz Suzy KlineAfter four days in a row of indoor recess, Miss Mackle's students are bored-until Harry decides to solve the biggest mystery ever in Room 3B! There's a locked closet in the classroom that's been sealed off for years, and he wants to know what's inside. So Harry drafts Doug, Song Lee, and the rest of the class to help him investigate. Their search reveals many surprises-from a hidden trapdoor to...eyeballs! What secret treasures does the closet hold? Is it something more horrible than even Harry can imagine?
On the Back Burner (Dish #6)
by Diane Muldrow Barbara PollakIts Chinese New Year, and Peichi couldnt be more excited. But when Peichi becomes too swept up in the festivities, her schoolwork--and Dish--suffers. And when the flu hits, all of the Chef Girls are out of commission. Can the girls figure out a way to keep their business running smoothly?
Lights! Camera! Cook! #8
by Diane MuldrowThe Chef Girls are going to do a cooking segment and be interviewed on live TV! They 've never been so excited -Molly knows it will be great for business, Amanda thinks this could be her big break, Natasha can 't wait to spend time with a professional journalist, and Peichi (as usual) just can 't stop talking about it! Even calm and collected Shawn gets caught up in the excitement. But there 's a lot of stress involved with becoming TV stars, and the interview has some unexpected consequences. Can Dish survive stardom?
Five Children and It
by E. NesbitWhile exploring the environs of their summer home, five brothers and sisters find a Psammead, or Sand-fairy, in a nearby gravel pit: "Its eyes were on long horns like a snail's eyes, and it could move them in and out like telescopes; it had ears like a bat's ears, and its tubby body was shaped like a spider's and covered with thick soft fur; its legs and arms were furry too, and it had hands and feet like a monkey's. " The Psammead is magical and, every day, the ancient and irritable creature grants each of them a wish that lasts until sunset. Soon, though, they find their wishes never seem to turn out right and often have unexpected-and humorous-consequences. But when an accidental wish goes terribly wrong, the children learn that magic, like life, can be as complicated as it is exciting.
Dear Mr. Rogers, Does It Ever Rain in Your Neighborhood?: Letters to Mr. Rogers
by Fred RogersMore information to be announced soon on this forthcoming title from Penguin USA.
Cam Jansen: The Basketball Mystery #29
by David A. Adler Joy AllenCam Jansen and her friend Eric are having fun at a local basketball game. They watch the teamÕs retiring coach receive a basketball signed by his former players, including the governor. But after the game, the ball is gone. Was it stolen? In this latest addition to the bestselling chapter book series, Cam uses her photographic memory to solve the sporty mystery!
The Curse of Arkady
by Emily DrakeJason Adrian and his friends survived Magic Camp. But can they survive the beastly minions of the Dark Hand. . .who seem to have followed them home?
Double Trouble #4
by Sue Bentley Andrew Farley Angela SwanKim can't wait for her cousin Mia and her Siamese cat, Bibi, to come visit. But when they turn up, neither cousin nor cat are half as nice as Kim remembers! Mia and her cat proceed to make Kim's week a terrible one. . . but when Kim discovers a tiny silver kitten in her gardening shed, things seem to get magically better.
Cloud Capers (Magic Puppy #3)
by Andrew Farley Sue Bentley Angela SwanJessica is really disappointed when she can?t stay at home with her best friend for a sleepover. But when Storm, a fluffy Jack Russell puppy with midnight-blue eyes magically appears, everything begins to look up!
Sparkling Steps #7
by Andrew Farley Sue Bentley Angela SwanOlivia is nervous about going to a new ballet school. It turns out she's better than most of the girls in her class! When her classmates start acting jealous, Olivia doesn't know what to do. Luckily she finds a lovable blue-gray kitten and things start to look up!
Who Is Barack Obama? (Who was?)
by Nancy Harrison John O'Brien Roberta EdwardsAs the world now knows, Barack Obama has made history as our first African-American president. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, this biography is perfect for primary graders looking for a longer, fuller life story than is found in the author's bestselling beginning reader Barack Obama: United States President. .
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Dress (Bedeviled #3)
by J. David Mckenney Shani PetroffAngel Garret knows two things for sure. The first is that she inherited some of her dad's powers. The second is that she wreaks havoc whenever she tries to use them - especially when she's trying to impress her crush, Cole. Angel's only solution is to stay as far away as possible from him until she learns how to harness this new gift. But how can you manage to avoid someone and get him to ask you to the Turkey Ball at the same time?
A Brand-New Me! (Hank Zipzer, The World's Greast Underachiever #17)
by Henry Winkler Tim Heitz Lin OliverIt's graduation time for Hank Zipzer and all his friends-- time to move on from PS 87 to middle school. Trouble is, there are tests Hank has to pass to get into the same middle schools as his friends, and his learning differences might get in the way. Luckily, a life-altering audition at a performing arts middle school helps him find his true path. <p> <p><b>Lexile Level: 750L</b></p>
A Brand-New Me! (Hank Zipzer, The World's Greatest Underachiever #17)
by Henry Winkler Tim Heitz Lin OliverIt's graduation time for Hank Zipzer and all his friends-- time to move on from PS 87 to middle school. <P><P> Trouble is, there are tests Hank has to pass to get into the same middle schools as his friends, and his learning differences might get in the way. Luckily, a life-altering audition at a performing arts middle school helps him find his true path.
Back-to-Back: An Unauthorized Biography
by Hugh HudsonTwo Brothers. Two back-to-back Super Bowl victories. Two back-to-back Super Bowl MVP awards. There were some who doubted them, but the Manning boys never let their critics get them down. They were always there for each other, no matter how hectic life became. And life for these two brothers from Louisiana was hectic indeed. (From the Introduction)
Song Lee and the Leech Man (Horrible Harry #11)
by Suzy KlineHarry plots revenge against Sidney, the class tattletale, when Miss Mackle's second graders go on a field trip to the pond. Independent readers will enjoy this chapter book, which is written in short, simple, chatty sentences. --Booklist
Song Lee and the I Hate You Notes (Horrible Harry #16)
by Suzy KlineSong Lee is the nicest person in Room 3B. That's why no one can figure out why anyone would send her an "I hate you" note. Song Lee takes the first note hard -- tears come to her eyes and she feels sick. But as the notes continue, Song Lee toughens up, and decides to strike back -- with something so gross it's sure to teach the note sender a lesson he or she won't soon forget.
Rachel Carson
by Kathleen V. KudlinskiRachel Carson--scientist, author, and environmentalist Rachel Carson was always fascinated by the ocean. As a child, she dreamed of it and longed to see it. As a young woman, she felt torn between her love for nature and her desire to pursue a writing career. Then she found a way to combine both. Rachel had a talent for writing and talking about science in a way that everyone could understand and enjoy. With her controversial book, Silent Spring, Rachel Carson changed the way we look at our planet. "Kudlinski has admirably captured the driving force of spirit of a shy but courageous woman in a succinct, respectful approach."--Booklist About the Women of Our Time series: International in scope, the Women of Our Time series of biographies cover a wide range of personalities in a variety fields. More than a history lesson, these books offer carefully documented life stories that will inform, inspire, and engage.
Pearl Harbor Is Burning!
by Kudlinski Kathleen V.Frank thought that he'd found a new friend--but he never expected a war to come between them. It's 1941 , and Frank is miserable. If only his family had never moved to Hawaii. Everyone and everything on the island looks and sounds strange to him. Then Frank meets Kenji, a Japanese-American boy who just might become a friend. But the unthinkable happens--Pearl Harbor is bombed , and by the Japanese! Can Frank and Kenji even be friends?
Earthquake!
by Kudlinski Kathleen V.An hour before dawn on April 18, 1906, Phillip is awakened by the barking of dogs and the fearful whinnying of his father's horses. Moments later, San Francisco is struck by a tremendous earthquake. As walls buckle and bricks rain down on them Phillip's family struggles to escape from their own home. Then he remembers the horses. Can Phillip save them#151;and himself#151;in time?