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Henry is Kind: A Story Of Mindfulness
by Shearry Malone Linda RydenA classroom-tested resource for social and emotional learning Henry’s discovery of the many ways he can be kind will inspire young readers to use the simple mindfulness practices taught in this book to develop their own capacities for kindness. Ms. Snowden and her class practice sending kind thoughts to the people they love, and they launch a class Kindness Project. There is only one problem: Henry can’t think of one kind thing he has done. Declaring that kindness is stupid, he stomps to the classroom door on the verge of tears, but his classmates save the day by reminding him of the kind things he has done for each of them.
Henry the Cat: The Life and Times of Birdie Mae Hayes #2 (Life and Times of Birdie Mae Hayes #2)
by Bryan Langdo Jeri Anne AgeeBirdie has a new pet—that no one else can see!Birdie Mae Hayes is getting a handle on her new gift: her ability to sense and see things before they happen. Then, one morning, a fluffy white cat appears at her window, making himself at home. Cute! She names him Henry. Only . . . no one else can see this cat. Just Birdie. Here we go again!Even Grandma Mae doesn't know why Henry the cat is there. But he keeps showing up, and he seems to know things that even Birdie's gift doesn’t show her. Is he there to help Birdie—or is there something he needs from her? Birdie is ready to find out on an adventure all over town!
Henry's Freedom Box: A True Story From The Underground Railroad
by Ellen Levine Kadir NelsonA stirring, dramatic story of a slave who mails himself to freedom by a Jane Addams Peace Award-winning author and a Coretta Scott King Award-winning artist. <P> Henry Brown doesn't know how old he is. Nobody keeps records of slaves' birthdays. All the time he dreams about freedom, but that dream seems farther away than ever when he is torn from his family and put to work in a warehouse. Henry grows up and marries, but he is again devastated when his family is sold at the slave market. Then one day, as he lifts a crate at the warehouse, he knows exactly what he must do: He will mail himself to the North. After an arduous journey in the crate, Henry finally has a birthday -- his first day of freedom.<P> Winner of the Caldecott Honor
Henry's Hand
by Ross MacdonaldHenry’s Hand is a story about the friendship between Henry, a giant, and his right hand. You see, Henry sometimes has trouble keeping track of his body parts—everything from his ears to one of his legs can fall off. Once, his eye even rolled under the couch and wouldn’t come out until bedtime. But with help from Hand, Henry keeps himself together. In fact, Henry and Hand are the best of friends . . . that is, until Henry takes Hand for granted, pushes him too far, and Hand runs away. A charming tale of friendship, forgiveness, and loyalty, Henry’s Hand is also a quirky story for readers of all ages, especially those of us who know what it feels like to fight with your best friend.
Her Evil Twin: Her Evil Twin (Poison Apple #6)
by Mimi McCoyIs Anna's new BFF really her evil twin? Nothing is as it seems in this thrilling, bone-chilling new Poison Apple book!Anna's new friend, Emma, is everything Anna wants to be -- fearless, effortlessly fashionable, and always up for doing something new and fun. The girls even look alike, and soon they're fixing their hair the same way and sharing clothes.But Emma is also kind of a troublemaker. She likes to sneak off school grounds at lunch, and she doesn't seem to like Anna having any other friends. Emma never seems to get caught, but Anna does. After all, they look just alike.When Emma's sense of adventure takes a sinister turn, Anna starts to worrry. Is her mirror-image BFF a dangerous evil twin?
Her Evil Ways
by Alyson LarrabeeIn this sequel to Enter If You Dare, Wyatt gets drunk and hooks up with Coleen Foley at a party. When she realizes he'll never get over Annabelle, Wyatt's wannabe girlfriend visits an old graveyard late at night, and asks the Ouija board for help. There, in the cold and the dark, Coleen unintentionally sets free a demonic spirit and sends it on a mission to destroy her rival.
Her Own Two Feet (Scholastic Focus): A Rwandan Girl's Brave Fight To Walk
by Meredith Davis Rebeka UwitonzeThrough her eyes, the moving story of a young Rwandan girl born with clubfeet and the risk she takes for the chance to walk on the bottoms of her feet for the first time.Rebeka Uwitonze was born in Rwanda with curled and twisted feet, which meant she had to crawl or be carried to get around. At nine years old, she gets an offer that could change her life. A doctor in the US might be able to turn her feet. But it means leaving her own family behind and going to America on her own.Her Own Two Feet tells Rebeka's inspiring story through her eyes, with the help of one of her hosts. She travels from Rwanda to Austin, Texas, to join the Davis family, despite knowing almost no English. In the face of dozens of hospital visits and painful surgeries, Rebeka's incredible bravery and joyful spirit carry her to the opportunity of a lifetime. A stunning debut about hope, perseverance, and what becomes possible when you take a risk.
Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales and True Tales
by Virginia Hamilton Leo Dillon Diane DillonIn the tradition of Hamilton's The People Could Fly and In the Beginning, a dramatic new collection of 25 compelling tales from the female African American storytelling tradition. Each story focuses on the role of women--both real and fantastic--and their particular strengths, joys and sorrows. <P><P>Winner of the Coretta Scott King Medal
Herbal Activities for Kids: 50 Nature Crafts, Recipes, and Garden Projects
by Molly Meehan BrownA rich, colorful compendium of crafts, cooking, gardening, and nature exploration activities introduces kids ages 7 and up to the versatility and creative fun of working and playing with herbs. From dandelions to lavender, chamomile, turmeric, and lemon balm, herbs include a wonderfully diverse range of plants for crafting, cooking, and gardening. Kids will love exploring the world of herbs with this lively and colorful collection of 50 nature-based activities created by Molly Meehan Brown and the global community of herbalists who contribute to the Wild Ginger Community Herbal Center. Filled with photos and the whimsical art of Madison Safer, this eclectic and colorful compilation volume features easy-to-follow projects that engage all five senses. Includes activities for different ages and interests such as: How to make a pressed flower and herb collage Tie-dye fabric with turmeric Make elderberry syrup Plant a pollinator garden Make wild berry crumble Craft an herbal wreath or a flower bracelet Write a nature haiku Make lemon balm lip balm, and more! With bits of lore about herbs and herbalism sprinkled throughout, this is the perfect introduction to the versatility and usefulness of herbs for kids ages 7 and up.
Herbert's Wormhole: AeroStar and the 3 1/2-Point Plan of Vengeance
by Peter Nelson Rohitash RaoThis is the greatest adventure yet for the worlds most famous 11-year-old time-traveling alien slayers A mysterious foe name AeroStar has destroyed the future and is in danger of coming through the wormhole to the present Shes a power-hungry, mega-evil, super nasty villainess bent on revenge against he three meddling kids who disrupted her diabolical plans to control Future Merwinsville: Alex, Herbert, and me, Sammi The weirdest thing is no one knows how this horrible old lady is or where she came from Do we, guys? . . . Guys?This will not end well. Thats all I can say.
Hercules
by Bernard EvslinGreek mythology's mightiest hero faces the world's most fearsome beasts, monsters, and demonsHercules, the son of Zeus and a mortal woman, was the greatest of the Greek heroes and the strongest man on earth. Three times as big as his fully mortal twin, and imbued with extraordinary courage and ingenuity, Hercules began his remarkable feats while still in the cradle. Zeus's wife, the goddess Hera, jealously schemed to kill Hercules, but the resourceful half-man, half-god escaped her traps and accomplished seemingly impossible tasks. Renowned mythologist Bernard Evslin recounts the famous twelve labors of Hercules, as the warrior tries to break Hera's curse by facing down the Nemean Lion, killing the many-headed Hydra, outwitting the giant Anteus, and more.
Hercules
by Bernard EvslinGreek mythology&’s mightiest hero faces the world&’s most fearsome beasts, monsters, and demons Hercules, the son of Zeus and a mortal woman, was the greatest of the Greek heroes and the strongest man on earth. Three times as big as his fully mortal twin, and imbued with extraordinary courage and ingenuity, Hercules began his remarkable feats while still in the cradle. Zeus&’s wife, the goddess Hera, jealously schemed to kill Hercules, but the resourceful half-man, half-god escaped her traps and accomplished seemingly impossible tasks. Renowned mythologist Bernard Evslin recounts the famous twelve labors of Hercules, as the warrior tries to break Hera&’s curse by facing down the Nemean Lion, killing the many-headed Hydra, outwitting the giant Anteus, and more.
Hercules and His 12 Labors: An Interactive Mythological Adventure (You Choose)
by Anika FajardoYou are the mighty Greek hero Hercules. As a half-god, you are stronger than mere humans. You've faced many challenges. But now you face your most difficult test yet. The goddess Hera has given you a task worthy of a god—complete the dangerous 12 labors and live forever. Can you survive and win your immortality? Full-page illustrations, interactive stories, and multiple endings transport you back to ancient Greece and into Hercules' adventures from Greek mythology.
Hercules and the Nine-Headed Hydra (Heroes in Training #16)
by Tracey WestZeus and his friends are back for another adventure in this latest Heroes in Training chapter book!Since defeating the Titans, Zeus and his fellow Olympians have taken over Mount Olympus. Things are nearly back to normal…until a stranger named Hercules shows up, asking for help. He&’s on the run from Eurythseus, King of Argon, who is after Hercules for egging his temple. Before Zeus can help, Eurythseus himself appears. It turns out that Hercules has also been bragging that he is the ruler of Olympus, and Eurythseus intends to declare war on the Olympians&’ new home. Zeus&’s friends come up with an idea—maybe Hercules could make up for egging Eurythseus&’s temple. The Oracle Pythia reveals that in order to do this, Hercules must get a scale from a huge, nine-headed serpent—the Hydra. Will this be enough to please Eurythseus? Or is another battle on the horizon for the Olympians?
Hercules and the Pooper-Scooper Peril (Michael Dahl Presents: Gross Gods Ser.)
by Blake HoenaThe mighty Hercules takes on twelve disgusting feats -- including scooping massive mountains of manure -- in this epically gross Greek myth retelling! Will the demigod rise to the awful occasion, or will he totally poop out? With wacky illustrations, true-to-tale back matter, and introductions by award-winning author Michael Dahl himself, THE GROSS GREEK GODS series will have mythology lovers and gross-out fans alike reading in legendary proportions.
Herd You Loud and Clear (Good Dog #3)
by Cam HigginsIn the adorable third book of the Good Dog series, Bo learns to herd the sheep on the farm—the hard way!Loveable puppy Bo Davis has his work cut out for him when he has to herd the farm&’s sheep by himself! With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Good Dog chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Here Be Monsters! (The Ratbridge Chronicles #1)
by Alan SnowEntertaining antics and skullduggery abound in the book that inspired Laika Studio’s animated film The Boxtrolls, in theaters September 26, 2014!Welcome to Ratbridge. But beware—for there is skulduggery afoot. Young Arthur has fallen foul of the appalling outlaw, Snatcher, and is trapped alone in the town with every way home sealed. Meanwhile Snatcher and his men are working tirelessly in secret on a fiendish and dastardly plan to destroy the entire town. With the help of some friendly boxtrolls and cabbageheads, some quirkly townspeople, and the rats and pirates from the Ratbridge Nautical Laundry, can Arthur thwart Snatcher’s evil plans and find his way home?
Here Come The Holidays!: Stories And Poems
by Stephanie Calmenson Debbie Dadey Suzy Kline Barbara Seuling David Wenzel Sue WrightThis book has as many surprises as there are presents under a Christmas tree including a zombie, a lost dog, Christmas slime, a brave, generous camel, a soldier and the family who miss him, Christmas carols, mice caught snitching tinsel from the Christmas tree, and lots of candles and fun. These are short holiday stories and poems to read again and again
Here Come the Bridesmaids!: Here Come the Bridesmaids! (The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special #12)
by Ann M. MartinThe Baby-Sitters are invited to weddings on both coasts in this entry from the classic, hit series.When two weddings give three club members the opportunity to be bridesmaids, Claudia and Dawn excitedly fly out to California to participate in Dawn’s father’s nuptials, while an enthusiastic Stacey attends Mrs. Barrett in Stoneybrook. The best friends you’ll ever have—with classic BSC covers!
Here Comes Ginger (The Ginger Series #2)
by Elaine L. SchulteGod, if You’re really there... Stop Mom’s wedding! Ginger's world is falling apart. Her mom has recently become a Christian and, even worse, has fallen in love with Grant Gabriel. Ginger can't stand the thought of leaving their little house near the beach... moving in with Grant and his two children... trading in her “brown cave of a bedroom” for a yellow canopied bed. Ginger will try anything to fight the changes she knows are coming--green fingernails, salt in the sugar bowl, a near disaster at the beach. But she finds that change can happen inside her, too, when she meets the Lord her mom has come to trust.
Here Comes Trouble
by Kate HattemerThe hilarious story of a wannabe-reformed-prankster perfect for readers who loved Dead End in Norvelt and Better Nate Than Never.Soren Skaar is a notorious prankster. After his partner-in-pranking-crime moves away, Soren's ready to leave his life of causing trouble behind. But when his hipster Brooklynite cousin comes to "study abroad" with his family in small-town Minnesota, Soren's plans for reform fall by the wayside. Soon all Soren can see are opportunities to prank, and his shenanigans have done nothing to win over his cousin. It isn't long before he's in over his head, and Soren can't help but wonder who he'll be if he loses this part of himself. Can he give up his life as a jokester, or is the joke on him?"Give this to fans of the "Wimpy Kid" series who are looking for longer novels."--SLJ"A fast, engaging read."--Booklist
Here Comes Trouble! (Screen Comix)
by Random HouseTwo episodes of The Cuphead Show! retold in graphic novel-style deluxe paperback with full-color images and dialogue from the animated Netflix series, featuring Cuphead and Mugman!The Cuphead Show! follows the adventures of two lovable brothers—Cuphead and Mugman—through their unique misadventures! Whether it&’s angry mermaids, boxing frogs, or strange carnivals filled with danger, the brothers often find themselves in hot water. But whoever—and whatever—they encounter on their home of Inkwell Isle, they&’ve always got one another&’s backs. Fans of the animated Netflix series and the video game that inspired it will love the second 80-page graphic novel-style Screen Comix with full-color images and dialogue from the laugh-out-loud series!
Here Comes the Rain!: Can Animals Predict the Weather? (Penguin Young Readers, Level 4)
by Ginjer L. ClarkeLearn about whether or not animals around the world can sense the weather (spoiler alert - some can!) in this photographic nonfiction leveled reader perfect for kids interested in real-life animals that can do unbelievable things!Did you know that sharks have such sensitive hearing that they can tell when hurricanes are coming? Or that you can tell when it's about to rain when sheep start huddling together after they sense a storm on the wind? These animals are real-life weather predictors! With simple language and vivid photographs, Here Comes the Rain!: Can Animals Predict the Weather? is perfect for emerging readers curious about the natural world and the fascinating abilities of the animals that live within it.
Here Comes the Shaggedy (Goosebumps Most Wanted #9)
by R. L. StineThe infamous, Most Wanted Goosebumps characters are out on the loose and after you. Kelli and Shawn Anderson are not excited about having to move to another state - especially because their new home is directly next to a giant swamp. But their dad is a scientist and he's going down there to study the local flora and fauna. Unfortunately for Kelli and Shawn, there seem to be some very strange creatures that live around their house. They keep hearing about the legend of the Shaggedy, an ancient beast that lives far below the surface of the swamp and can cause a whole lot of damage. Can Kelli and Shawn convince their dad to move back home before it is too late?
Here Lies Linc
by Delia Ray<P>When 12-year-old Linc Crenshaw decides he wants to go to public school, his professor mom isn't so happy with the idea. He's convinced it will be the ticket to a new social life. Instead, it's a disaster when his mom shows up at their field trip to the local cemetery to lecture them on gravestones, and Linc sees her through his fellow-students' eyes. <P>He's convinced his chances at a social life are over until a cemetery-related project makes him sought-after by fellow students he's not so sure he wants as friends, helps him make a new, genuine friend, and brings to light some information about his family that upends his world. <P>Delia Ray has written a funny, heartfelt story about a lonely kid and his mother as they ultimately cope with the grief left behind from his dad's death, and along the journey find new ways to connect with each other, and their community.