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Hit & Miss: The Contract; Hit And Miss; Change Up (Jeter Publishing)
by Paul Mantell Derek JeterInspired by Derek Jeter's own life, this middle grade novel is about what it takes to be a champion on and off the field.
Hit a Home Run! (Tiny Geniuses #3)
by Megan E. BryantToys to the rescue!Baseball season is heating up, and Jake's got sports on the brain. It feels harder than usual to pay attention in school, especially when the subject -- art -- is something Jake has always struggled with.When he finds out he has to write a report on a famous artist, Jake makes a wish for extra help ASAP. With a magic burst of sparkles, legendary baseball player Jackie Robinson and renowned artist Frida Kahlo arrive to lend their expertise!
Hit or Miss (Disney's Hannah Montana #20)
by Laurie McelroySeries Description: Miley Stewart looks like a regular girl-next-door, but when the lights go down, Miley is teen pop sensation Hannah Montana! Off stage, Miley wants her life to be as normal as possible, so only a few people know the truth about her dual identity. But keeping that secret is harder than Miley ever thought it would be. Hannah Montana #20: Hit or Miss Miley convinces her dad to write a song for the Jonas Brothers, but her excitement quickly turns to envy once she hears the song. It's so good that Miley wishes her dad had written it for Hannah. Miley and Lilly masquerade as a boy band to trick the Jonas Brothers into believing that the song has already been taken! Their charade leads to a melodic meltdown of superstar proportions. Plus, Miley finally lets Oliver take on a secret identity. She invites him to a celebrity tennis match where Hannah will be competing, and chaos ensues.
Hit the Beach (From the Files of Madison Finn Super Edition #2)
by Laura DowerMaddie is going away for the summer—will her friendships back home stay intact?It&’s summertime in Far Hills and everyone has different plans. Aimee is staying home for her big dance performance; Lindsay is going to London with her dad; Fiona is going back to her hometown in California to visit family and friends; and Madison is going to an environmental camp in Florida. Two weeks away from one another feels like an eternity to the four BFFs. So they come up with the perfect solution: They&’ll keep a blog to stay up to date on one another&’s lives. That way, Maddie can tell her friends all about saving the turtles at Camp Sunshine—and about the new boy she meets at camp. Will is really cute, but Maddie has a crush on Hart, and only Hart—right?Hit the Beach takes place after the Files of Madison Finn, Book 20: All That Glitters and before the Files of Madison Finn, Book 21: Forget Me Not.
Hit the Road, Helen! (Myth-o-mania Ser. #Bk. 9)
by Kate McMullanThink you know the truth behind the Greek myths? Think again. Hades is here to set you straight once more on the true story of the Trojan War.
Hit the Road, Jack
by Robert Burleigh Ross MacDonaldIn this delightful picture book, loosely inspired by Jack Kerouac’s On the Road, a scat-singing, bebopping jackrabbit travels across the United States and marvels at all the wonders that the country reveals—from hopping on the subway in New York City to playing a jukebox in Chicago, and from gazing at Mount Rushmore to crossing the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. Written in the rhythm and spirit of Beat poetry, Hit the Road, Jack is an exuberant story of experiencing all the country has to offer with wide-eyed awe.
Hit the Road, Manny: A Manny Files Novel
by Christian BurchCue the pretend drum-roll: Keats's parents have a big surprise. No, they're not having a new baby. It's -- wait for it, wait for it -- a family road trip! Okay, so this is not exactly the birthday present Keats had in mind (no iPod?!), but when Dad parks a rented RV in the Dalinger's driveway, Keats piles in with the rest of his family -- and the manny, of course -- bound for the open road. From the big skies of farm country to the bright lights of Las Vegas, this, in typical manny fabulousness, is an all-American adventure filled with more Glamour-dos than Glamour-don'ts. But a stopover at the manny's childhood home is making the manny feel not so fabulous. Why can't his parents ever accept him for who he is? And Keats, at first, sees their point. Why does the manny always have to be so interesting? Hit the road for more manny shenanigans, where it's all about Elton John, Diet Coke, and being brave enough to be yourself.
Hit the Trail!: The Race to Chimney Rock and Danger at the Haunted Gate (The Oregon Trail)
by Jesse WileyGo west, young pioneer—your journey begins here! Inside you&’ll find two books in one: The Race to Chimney Rock and Danger at the Haunted Gate. In these first two legs of your trek on the Oregon Trail, you need to find your way to prominent landmarks Chimney Rock and Devil&’s Gate—but not without unpredictable challenges ahead. Natural disasters, disease, and dishonest people are challenges you&’ll face in the wild frontier. Make the right choices and make it halfway to your final destination in Oregon Territory!
Hither & Nigh (Hither & Nigh #1)
by Ellen PotterMagic and mystery abound when a young girl discovers a secret, parallel New York City that may help her find her missing brother in this middle grade fantasy adventure that&’s a &“thrilling page-turner&” (Kirkus Reviews) for fans of Thirteen Witches and James Riley.Could lessons in magic make everything right again? Nell Batista has been in trouble one too many times. Now she&’s down to her last chance—literally. Join the Last Chance Club or be expelled from school. The kids in the club are an odd group, but when their teacher starts giving lessons in magic, things quickly go completely off the weird scale. Nell doesn&’t believe in it at first; after all, she&’s a smart city kid, and there has been nothing magical in her life since her brother, River, disappeared three years ago. But this magic is real—and powerful. As their skills grow, Nell and her new friends discover a parallel New York City called the Nigh. It&’s a place as delightful as it is scary, sizzling with magical energy, where statues can talk, magicians ride on giant dogs, and monsters roam Central Park. And it is all controlled by the terrifying Minister, who might hold the key to finding Nell&’s missing brother. Just how far will Nell go to find him, and who can she trust in a world topsy turvy with enchantment?
Hitler: Eine Biographie (Pelican Ser.)
by Joachim C. FestA bestseller in its original German edition and subsequently translated into more than a dozen languages, this book has become a classic portrait of a man, a nation, and an era. Index. Translated by Richard and Clara Winston. A Helen and Kurt Wolff Book
Hitmen Triumph (Orca Sports)
by Sigmund BrouwerLeft winger Nolan Andrews thinks it's great that he can play hockey in Calgary, where his older brother, Nathan, is a star center for the Hitmen. When Nolan finds out that a lot of things about Nate's new life in Calgary don't make sense—or might not even be legal—Nolan has to make some difficult choices that will affect him and his brother for the rest of their lives.
Hitty: Her First Hundred Years
by Rachel FieldHitty is a very special doll who belongs to Phoebe. Phoebe is proud of her beautiful doll and brings Hitty everywhere she goes. This is thrilling for Hitty, who finds herself involved in the most wonderful adventures both on land and at sea. She meets many people and makes new friends. This is the story of the first hundred years of Hitty's life. And that's only the beginning for a doll as special as Hitty. <P><P> A Newbery Medal Winner.
Hiznobyuti
by Claude PontiFrom one of France's most celebrated children's writers, the story of an "ugly duckling" who leaves his family to journey through a fantastical world. A tender and playful portrait of what it means to be unique.When he is born, Hiznobyuti is not exactly handsome. In fact, his parents and siblings say, "He's no beauty!" They say it so often, Hiznobyuti assumes it is his name. Wherever he goes, only embarrassment and shame await him. Hiznobyuti hides himself away, working on his inventions, until one day he receives a message from the stars. After a fight with his family, Hiznobyuti decides to run away. On a beautiful adventure by himself, he learns the secrets of the universe: how to communicate with trees and birds, how to wake up the sun, and how to see himself for who he truly is - a hero! When he returns from his journey, Hiznobyuti family rejoices and apologizes for not understanding how beautiful and important he was to them all along.
Hoax for Hire
by Laura MartinGoonies meets the humor and heart of Gordon Korman in this new adventure full of nonstop action and spot-on humor from the critically acclaimed author of Float.The McNeil family has always been professional hoaxers—tricking bystanders into believing they’re seeing legendary creatures like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster. Unlike the rest of his family, twelve-year-old Grayson hates hoaxing and wants nothing to do with the business—even when the McNeils land a huge job and must pull off four sea monster hoaxes in a week.But when things go disastrously wrong and Dad and Gramps go missing, Grayson and his brother, Curtis, are the only people who can finish the job and save their family.
Hockey Camp Hustle (Jake Maddox JV)
by Jake MaddoxZach Thompson can’t believe his family can finally afford to send him to the elite hockey camp of his dreams. But even before he hits the rink, Zach feels iced out by his older teammates. They mock the new kid’s hand-me-down gear and hog the puck during practice. Can Zach show some hustle and be the leader his team needs to take the camp tournament by storm? With plenty of play-by-play action and extra back matter materials including bonus hockey facts, this Jake Maddox JV sports story is sure to be a hit with any young athlete.
Hockey Hero
by Zachary HymanA heart-warming, intergenerational story about an awkward young boy who finds his hockey chutzpah at a PeeWee tournament. Tommy goes from timid observer to essential player - as we readers cheer him on! Illustrated by Zachary Pullen whose inimitable style blends perfectly with Zachary Hyman's inspiring text.
Hockey's Greatest Game-Winning Goals and Other Crunch-Time Heroics (Sports Illustrated Kids Crunch Time)
by Thom StordenWhen the pressure is on and a championship is at stake, some players seize the moment and make themselves legends. From stunning breakaway goals to jaw-dropping saves with only second left on the clock, some of hockey's greatest moments are chronicled in vivid fashion here. You've got a rink-side seat to the action.
Hockey: Then To Wow! (Sports Illustrated Kids Then to WOW!)
by The Editors of Sports Illustrated KidsHockey: Then to WOW! shows readers how the cool sport has evolved from the early days of its 19th century origins to the game as it is today. Using NHL action photographs, illustrations, stories, and trivia, the book is a journey through time both for hockey fans and those new to the game. Kids will learn how basic equipment has changed from a ball to a puck and how the evolution of game strategy has transformed the sport, players, and equipment. Players throughout history are stacked up against each other in every position so fans can dream up the perfect fantasy team with Wayne Gretzky playing alongside Patrick Roy and Stan Mikita. A fun-filled section of the book explores everything fan culture-from the best ice rinks, to the iconic hockey sweater and the hockey haircut along with key aspects of the toughest sport around.
Hocus & Pocus: The Comic Book You Can Play (Comic Quests #1)
by ManuroThis middle grade graphic novel series features an interactive pick-a-path storyline, full of puzzles, treasures, fantasy creatures, and gameplay you can enjoy again and again!Cast spells, solve puzzles, rack up sparkling stars, and train your own magical pet in this graphic novel that you can play just like a role-playing game. Enter a world inspired by favorite fairy tales, complete with gingerbread houses and a girl dressed in red. Readers can play as Hocus (a boy) or Pocus (a girl), choose a magic animal companion, and enter a colorful forest of brain-teasing riddles, magical objects, and unusual characters. Each panel has multiple paths to follow, and a handy tracking sheet helps you keep track of your victories and hard-won possessions, bringing together the classic analog adventure of a tabletop game and the fresh format of a comic book for hours of replayable fun. HERE&’S HOW TO PLAY: • Select your character and magical pet and begin your quest.• Numbers are hidden in every panel. Decide where you want to go next, and then flip to the panel with the matching number.• Solve puzzles, collect supplies, and win stars in your quest for success. The more good deeds you do, the more stars you will find. • You can play the book again and again, making different choices every time.Remember, this is no ordinary comic book—what happens next is up to you!
Hocus & Pocus: The Comic Book You Can Play (Comic Quests #3)
by GorobeiThis new middle grade graphic novel series features an interactive pick-a-path storyline, full of puzzles, treasures, fantasy creatures, and gameplay you can enjoy again and again!Cast spells, solve puzzles, rack up sparkling stars, and train your own magical pet in this chooseable-path comic book! In the story, Snow White is worried about her seven cousins, who work in the Heigh-Ho mine. They haven&’t come home from work, and she wants you to find them. You&’ll need a healthy appetite for adventure—and your magical pet—to track down the missing men and put a stop to the nefarious forces lurking in the forest. Each panel in the story offers one or more possibilities for your next move. Plus a handy Quest Tracker lets you record your victories, note your hard-won prizes, and take care of your pet, making this a book you play just like a game.HERE&’S HOW TO PLAY: • Select your character and magical pet and begin your quest.• Numbers are hidden in every panel. Decide where you want to go next, and then flip to the panel with the matching number.• Solve puzzles, collect supplies, and win stars in your quest for success. The more good deeds you do, the more shining stars you will find. • You can play the book again and again, making different choices every time.Remember, this is no ordinary comic book—what happens next is up to you!
Hold Fast
by Blue BalliettFrom NYT bestselling author Blue Balliett, the story of a girl who falls into Chicago's shelter system, and from there must solve the mystery of her father's strange disappearance.Where is Early's father? He's not the kind of father who would disappear. But he's gone . . . and he's left a whole lot of trouble behind.As danger closes in, Early, her mom, and her brother have to flee their apartment. With nowhere else to go, they are forced to move into a city shelter. Once there, Early starts asking questions and looking for answers. Because her father hasn't disappeared without a trace. There are patterns and rhythms to what's happened, and Early might be the only one who can use them to track him down and make her way out of a very tough place.With her signature, singular love of language and sense of mystery, Blue Balliett weaves a story that takes readers from the cold, snowy Chicago streets to the darkest corner of the public library, on an unforgettable hunt for deep truths and a reunited family.
Hold Zero!
by Jean Craighead GeorgeCraig and his friends have a big secret—they&’ve built a real, working rocket. But will the countdown to takeoff begin before they&’re discovered? Best friends Craig, Steve, Johnny, and Phil have spent months building a rocket—not some model or a toy, but a real rocket, with boosters and a launch pad and a remote control panel. Even better, they&’ve managed to pull off the whole project in secret. The boys can&’t wait to launch their rocket . . . but then their parents find out what they&’ve been up to and tell the police. When they see how sophisticated the rocket really is, the police insist on inspecting all the blueprints and calculations, and the boys find themselves in a lot of trouble. Will their project go up in smoke? This ebook features an illustrated biography of Jean Craighead George, including rare photos from the author&’s personal collection.
Hold Zero!
by Jean Craighead GeorgeCraig and his friends have a big secret—they&’ve built a real, working rocket. But will the countdown to takeoff begin before they&’re discovered? Best friends Craig, Steve, Johnny, and Phil have spent months building a rocket—not some model or a toy, but a real rocket, with boosters and a launch pad and a remote control panel. Even better, they&’ve managed to pull off the whole project in secret. The boys can&’t wait to launch their rocket . . . but then their parents find out what they&’ve been up to and tell the police. When they see how sophisticated the rocket really is, the police insist on inspecting all the blueprints and calculations, and the boys find themselves in a lot of trouble. Will their project go up in smoke? This ebook features an illustrated biography of Jean Craighead George, including rare photos from the author&’s personal collection.
Hold on to Your Heads! (Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol #23)
by Andres MiedosoDesmond and Andres attract the attention of a spooky thrift store mannequin in this twenty-third haunted adventure in the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol series!Thrift stores are a great place to look for ghosts. They love hiding in people&’s old stuff! But the Kersville Thrift Store has a totally different creature that&’s haunting its aisles…a mannequin that wants to thrift your head right off your shoulders! With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.