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Charlie Bumpers Vs. The Puny Pirates
by Adam Gustavson Bill HarleyAt last Charlie Bumpers is assigned to the same soccer team as his best friends Tommy and Hector--they can't wait to try out the stupific offensive plays they've perfected at school recess. Their team, the Strikers, is sure to win the championship this year! But the three friends' high hopes are crushed on the first day when they see their shrimpy and inexperienced teammates bumbling around on the field. They also find out that their new coach doesn't believe in star players. He expects everyone to learn all the positions and never gives the dynamic trio a chance to perform together. Even though supposedly no one keeps score in this league, the first few games are a big disappointment to Charlie. To make matters worse, his big brother Matt has joined a video club and he is recording every one of the Strikers' disastrous plays. If we can't be on a winning team, Charlie thinks, then maybe Tommy, Hector, and I can at least win the prize for selling the most candy bars for the fundraiser. They pool their resources and sell their candy together. What could possibly go wrong with that? After a series of near catastrophes, Charlie and his friends learn that hotshot plays and gimmicky sales techniques aren't as effective as hard work, honesty, and cooperation.
Charlie Bumpers vs. His Big Blabby Mouth (Charlie Bumpers #6)
by Bill HarleyIt's Career Week, and Charlie Bumpers has convinced everyone that his dad would be the greatest speaker ever. But what happens when his dad loses his job?While his classmates are boasting about their parents' jobs, fourth grader Charlie Bumpers gets carried away and leaves the impression that his accountant dad is not only the president of his company but also that he will hand out free calculators to everyone. Then, with rumors flying around the school and expectations escalating, Charlie tells his teacher that his dad can speak to their class during Career Week. But just before the big event, Mr. Bumpers loses his job. How will Charlie explain to his class? Will his dad still come in during Career Week? Fortunately, Mr. Bumpers has some very surprising plans of his own. Black-and-white illustrations by Adam Gustavson enhance readers' enjoyment of the story.
Charlie Bumpers vs. the End of the Year (Charlie Bumpers #7)
by Bill HarleyCharlie Bumpers juggles school bullies and a wacky scheme to keep his best friend from moving in this heartfelt conclusion to Bill Harley's beloved middle grade series.When Charlie learns that Hector's family is moving back to Chile at the end of the year, he is crushed. So with Tommy's help, he immediately starts cooking up schemes to keep Hector here, including a campaign to get him selected as next year's School Ambassador. (Surely Hector will have to stay, Charlie reasons, if he has such an important job.) As usual, Charlie's schemes lead to one near-disaster after another.But moving away from his friends turns out to be the least of Hector's problems. Three mean boys have targeted him for bullying and are making his life miserable. Hector wants to solve the problem by himself, but Charlie and Tommy see that he needs help. They start a campaign to save Hector and to defeat "The Jerzollies of Darkness." Black and white illustrations throughout.
Charlie Bumpers vs. the Perfect Little Turkey (Charlie Bumpers #4)
by Bill HarleyCan Charlie Bumpers be a polite Thanksgiving host to the most annoying cousin in the universe?It's Thanksgiving in the Bumpers' household, and Charlie has to be the perfect host to his annoying little cousin, Chip. Chip makes everything hard for Charlie―gets him in trouble, ruins his things, and generally makes a nuisance of himself. On top of that, for homework, his fourth-grade teacher Mrs. Burke has assigned him the task of writing what a family means to him. Will Charlie be able to see past his "turkey" of a cousin to understand the real meaning of family? Black and white illustrations throughout.
Charlie Bumpers vs. the Puny Pirates (Charlie Bumpers #5)
by Bill HarleyCharlie and his best friends are finally on the same soccer team. But is it a winning combination?Charlie Bumpers and his best friends are finally on the same soccer team and are sure the Pirates will be the best team ever! But their high hopes are crushed on the first day of practice. Not only do they have a bunch of shrimpy and inexperienced teammates, but also their new coach doesn't believe in star players. And the first few games provide little to be proud of. If they can't be on a winning team, Charlie thinks maybe he, Tommy, and Hector can at least win the prize for selling the most candy bars for the team fundraiser. But after a series of near catastrophes, Charlie and his friends learn that hotshot plays and gimmicky sales techniques aren't as effective as hard work, honesty, and cooperation. Black and white illustrations throughout.
Charlie Bumpers vs. the Really Nice Gnome (Charlie Bumpers #2)
by Bill HarleyCharlie Bumpers wants to play the bad guy in the class play, but his teacher Mrs. Burke has other ideas.Charlie Bumpers has his heart set on playing the role of the evil Sorcerer in the fourth-grade play. But his dreams of villainous stardom go up in smoke when he finds out that Mrs. Burke has cast him as the Nice Gnome! Determined to rectify this terrible injustice, Charlie concocts one plan after another, but nothing seems to work.To make matters worse, his dad has assigned chores to all the kids in the family, and Charlie's job is walking Ginger—the diggiest, sniffiest, and poopiest dog in the universe. Can Charlie deal with these challenges without causing havoc all around him? Black and white illustrations throughout.
Charlie Bumpers vs. the Squeaking Skull (Charlie Bumpers #3)
by Bill HarleyCan Charlie Bumpers face his fear of horror movies, come up with a genius costume, and enjoy Halloween?Fourth graders Charlie and Tommy have big plans for Halloween. They're going to trick-or-treat and sleep over at Alex's house. But when Charlie finds out that the entertainment at the party will be the "Scariest Horror Movies Ever," he is struck by panic. Charlie loves candy, he loves sleepovers with his friends, but he absolutely hates horror movies.There is yet another wrinkle in Charlie's Halloween plans. He is determined to win the big prize (ten movie tickets) that will be awarded for the best costume, but when he finally comes up with a genius prize-winning idea, he runs into an unexpected obstacle. How will Charlie be able to enjoy Halloween this year? Black and white illustrations throughout.
Charlie Bumpers vs. the Teacher of the Year (Charlie Bumpers #1)
by Bill HarleyCharlie Bumpers's worst fear is confirmed: he has Mrs. Burke for fourth grade. How will he survive the strictest teacher in school?Shortly before school starts, Charlie Bumpers learns that he will be in Mrs. Burke's class. It doesn't matter that she's been named Teacher of the Year. He's still afraid of her. Last year when he was horsing around in the hall, he accidentally hit her in the head with his sneaker (don't ask). The exasperated teacher declared that if anything like that ever happened again, Charlie would be banned from recess forever. How will he survive a year under a teacher who is just waiting for him to make another stupid mistake? Black and white illustrations throughout.
Charlie Joe Jackson's Guide to Not Reading
by J. P. Coovert Tommy GreenwaldCharlie Joe Jackson is proud to say that he's never read an entire book from cover to cover. When it comes to actually reading, Charlie counts on his friend Timmy McGibney to do the reading for him in exchange for an ice cream sandwich. But when Timmy decides that his price has gone up to three ice cream sandwiches, Charlie Joe Jackson is faced with two very unappealing options: let himself be blackmailed or read an entire book. What's an enterprising non-reader to do?
Charlie Needs a Cloak (Fountas & Pinnell LLI Blue: Level I)
by Tomie DePaolaA Shepherd shears his sheep, cards and spins the wool, weaves and dyes the cloth, and sews a beautiful new red cloak.
Charlie Numbers and the Man in the Moon (The Charlie Numbers Adventures)
by Ben Mezrich Tonya MezrichCharlie is recruited to use his mathematical prowess to discover what happened to a box of stolen moon rocks in this follow up to Bringing Down the Mouse.Charlie Lewis is really good at math. So good, that he’s approached by a mysterious woman who needs his help. The woman is carrying an incredible item: an actual moon rock, one of the most valuable objects on Earth, and she’s investigating the theft of a box of moon rocks from NASA’s vault at the Johnson Space Center, and believes the stolen rocks are now in the possession of a former astronaut. Although she claims to work at NASA, Charlie suspects she is something else—but he decides the adventure is too good to pass up. Charlie and the whiz kids go undercover by entering the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum’s paper airplane contest, and head down to the nation’s capital. Working together, they master the principles of aerodynamics, wind science, and gravity to excel in the competition. Charlie must decide how far he’ll go to solve the mystery of the stolen moon rocks; is he willing to betray a new friendship? Or has he unwittingly been drawn into something even bigger than some missing chunks of the moon?
Charlie Numbers and the UFO Bash (The Charlie Numbers Adventures)
by Ben Mezrich Tonya MezrichCharlie and the Whiz Kids must separate fact from otherworldly fiction as they set out to find their missing classmate in this action-packed fourth novel of the Charlie Numbers Adventures series.As his school&’s resident numbers guy, Charlie Lewis has always thought that if something can&’t be proven with a math equation, it might as well be myth—which is exactly how he feels about UFOs. Charlie just can&’t believe in the existence of aliens without verifiable proof. Not even Janice, who&’s the smartest kid Charlie knows, can convince him. But when Charlie&’s classmate Anthem mysteriously disappears after bringing a supposed space rock to show-and-tell, it&’s up the Whiz Kids to uncover the truth. As Charlie and the gang trace Anthem&’s steps to his eerily empty house, it soon becomes clear that perhaps Anthem and his father are involved in something much bigger than a lost rock. From meeting with UFO enthusiasts, sneaking into hidden rooms, and being following by shadowy and dangerous agents, Charlie is finding it more and more difficult to stick to his convictions—because what if aliens do exist?
Charlie Numbers and the Woolly Mammoth (The Charlie Numbers Adventures)
by Ben Mezrich Tonya MezrichCharlie and the Whiz Kids discover a prehistoric mammoth tusk and stumble right into the nefarious clutches of an eccentric billionaire in this hilarious third novel of the Charlie Numbers series.Charlie Numbers and his gang of Whiz Kids—along with a few new allies—are on another mission: this time, to uncover the truth behind the mysterious mammoth tusk they found buried in the Boston Public Gardens. Their hunch? Blake Headstrom, eccentric billionaire, philanthropist, and collector of some renown, has been smuggling mammoth tusks into the city. The only question is: Why? Selling woolly mammoth tusks isn&’t illegal…but selling elephant ivory is. And Charlie&’s certain Headstrom&’s plans are more sinister than they seem. But Headstrom is a powerful man, with powerful connections. If the Whiz Kids want to expose him for the criminal they know he is, they&’re going to have to catch him red-handed. Now if only Headstrom&’s henchmen weren&’t lurking at every turn…
Charlie Small 4:The Daredevil Desperados of Destiny
by Charlie SmallThe fourth amazing, astonishing, all-action adventure journal of Charlie Small!Having escaped the clutches of the evil Puppet Master, Charlie joins Wild Bob France's gang, the Daredevil Desperados of Destiny, whose sole aim is to get rid of the outrageous outlaw Horatio Ham and his band of hired gunslingers. Charlie, aka the Lariat Kid, brings down Ham's posse of gunslingers, takes part in a daring bank raid, is caught up in a ferocious gunfight, lands up in jail, and is about to be sacrificed to the Great Bird of Death. Will Charlie escape? Will Ham be defeated? Only by reading Charlie's extraordinary diaries will you find out!
Charlie Small 5: Charlie in the Underworld
by Charlie SmallCharlie Small's fifth journal describes his adventures in a strange subterranean world.Help! Charlie is trapped miles below the earth's surface in the utterly unbelievable UNDERWORLD. Will he ever escape? Read this journal to find out!You'll also discover . . .* How he escaped a hair-raising encounter with a terrifying Troglodite!* What to do if you get trapped in the web of a spitting Spidion!* Why the king of Subterranea is so blooming miserable!Middle graders, especially boys, will connect with this next installment about the boy adventurer who has been traveling for 400 years!
Charlie and Frog (Charlie And Frog Ser. #1)
by Karen KaneEdgar Award Finalist for Best Middle Grade MysteryAll Charlie Tickler wants is for his parents to listen.Charlie's parents have left him (again). This time they are off to South Africa to help giant golden moles. And Charlie? He's been dumped with his TV-obsessed grandparents. Lonely and curious, Charlie heads into the village of Castle-on-the-Hudson, where a frightened old woman gives him a desperate message-in sign language. When she suddenly disappears, Charlie is determined to find answers.All Francine (aka Frog) Castle wants is to be the world's greatest detective.Frog, who is Deaf, would rather be solving crimes than working at the Flying Hands Café. When Charlie Tickler walks into the café looking for help, Frog jumps at the chance to tackle a real-life case. Together, Charlie and Frog set out to decipher a series of clues and uncover the truth behind the missing woman's mysterious message. Charlie needs to learn American Sign Language (fast) to keep up with quick-witted Frog. And Frog needs to gather her detective know-how (now) to break the case before it's too late.Discover the surprising ways people listen in debut author Karen Kane's page-turning mystery filled with humor, intrigue, and heartwarming friendships.
Charlie and Frog The Boney Hand: A Mystery (Charlie and Frog #2)
by Karen KaneEdgar Award-nominated authorCharlie Tickler wants to belong.Charlie is the new kid at Castle School for the Deaf and one of the few students who is hearing. It's hard to keep up (and fit in) when you don't know American Sign Language. That's why Charlie missed the most important detail of all about the Legend of the Boney Hand. It's real! And when the Boney Hand goes missing, outsider Charlie is suspect number one.Francine (aka Frog) Castle wants to be understood.Frog has been at Castle School for the Deaf her entire life. It's hard to break away (and stand out) when people don't take you seriously. That's why Frog desperately wants to solve a mystery and show the world who she really is: a detective. But when the Boney Hand goes missing, insider Frog is suspect number two.Together, Charlie and Frog must uncover the facts about an old legend and solve their latest case before the trail goes cold. It will take the help of unexpected friends and a daring race against the clock to finally reveal the truth.Explore what it means to be seen in this thrilling Charlie & Frog mystery from Edgar Award-nominated author Karen Kane.
Charlie and Me: 421 Miles from Home
by Mark LoweryHow far would you go to say goodbye? Martin and Charlie are journeying 421 miles across England to find out, but are they prepared for what they find when they get to their destination?Thirteen-year-old Martin and his younger brother Charlie are on a very special journey. They're traveling 421 miles all the way from Preston in northern England to the very tip of Cornwall in the southwest. By train, bus, and taxi, they are determined to get there to catch a glimpse of the dolphin that regularly visits the harbor and made last year’s family vacation so special. But is that the only reason they are going? Mom stays in bed all day and Dad is always at work. Martin is doing his best to be a good big brother, but Martin must come to terms with why he and Charlie are making the journey to Cornwall in the first place. Charlie and Me is an unforgettable novel that is funny, adventurous, and heartbreaking.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: The New Musical (london Edition) (Puffin Modern Classics Ser.)
by Roald DahlWilly Wonka's famous chocolate factory is opening at last!But only five lucky children will be allowed inside. And the winners are: Augustus Gloop, an enormously fat boy whose hobby is eating; Veruca Salt, a spoiled-rotten brat whose parents are wrapped around her little finger; Violet Beauregarde, a dim-witted gum-chewer with the fastest jaws around; Mike Teavee, a toy pistol-toting gangster-in-training who is obsessed with television; and Charlie Bucket, Our Hero, a boy who is honest and kind, brave and true, and good and ready for the wildest time of his life!
Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator
by Roald Dahl Quentin BlakeNow that he's won the chocolate factory, what's next for Charlie?Last seen flying through the sky in a giant elevator in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Charlie Bucket's back for another adventure. When the giant elevator picks up speed, Charlie, Willy Wonka, and the gang are sent hurtling through space and time. Visiting the world'' first space hotel, battling the dreaded Vermicious Knids, and saving the world are only a few stops along this remarkable, intergalactic joyride.
Charlie's Key
by Rob MillsCharlie inherits little more than the brass key that his father pressed into his hand before he passed away When Charlie Sykes wakes up in hospital in St. John's, he learns that he and his father have been in a car accident and that his father is dying. As far as Charlie knows, he has no family in Newfoundland. But then Uncle Nick shows up and is keen to meet his nephew—not because of who Charlie is, but rather because of what Charlie has: the key. That key will unlock a treasure Uncle Nick began searching for more than thirty years earlier. And he would have found it all those years ago if he hadn't been arrested and sent away for murder. But Charlie isn't convinced he should give up the key. He leads Uncle Nick on a wild chase through old St. John's, across Signal Hill and out to the coast. There, high above the rugged Atlantic, Charlie finally comes face-to-face with Uncle Nick, the treasure, and a family history that will leave him with a new understanding of where he comes from and where he's going.
Charlotte (Girls Like You Ser. #2)
by Kate PettySand, sea and holiday romance are in store for four friends one summer.Charlotte's in the Lake District as usual... and in love with the boy next door as usual!
Charlotte Cheetham: Master Of Disaster
by Barbara W. HolmesCharlotte, a fifth grader who simply can not keep from telling tall stories, tells her most outlandish tale ever in her desperation to be included by a group of girls in her class. "You're weird, Charlotte Cheetham!" Charlotte's Only friend, Annie, tells her. "Everyone says so. I don't know why I play with you. Being weird might rub off!" Weird? No— it's just that Charlotte wants some excitement in her life, so she makes things up. And every time she tells a story about herself or her family, she believes it. Lies just pop out of her. This time, she's told the biggest one of all, and Tina, the meanest girl in class, insists that Charlotte prove her story is true. Or else! Prove it? How? For the first time ever, Charlotte's wild imagination has deserted her. What is she going to do? Pictures are described Ages 8--11
Charlotte in London (Charlotte Ser.)
by Joan MacPhail KnightA nineteenth-century American girl journals her trip to London where she meets famous painters like John Singer Sargeant, learns about art, and more. It&’s 1895. Charlotte and her American family came to France three years ago so her father could learn to paint in the French Impressionist style. Now Charlotte and her parents are traveling to London to see if the famous—and very busy—artist John Singer Sargeant will paint Charlotte&’s mother&’s portrait. In London, Charlotte and her best friend, Lizzy, share a room at the Savoy Hotel, Charlotte decides to help track down Mr. Sargeant and records her many adventures with Lizzy: They watch fireworks on the banks of the Thames, keep an eye out for London&’s legendary ghosts, find out why ravens are kept in the Tower of London, and visit Madame Tussaud&’s waxworks. Illustrated with stunning museum reproductions and exquisite watercolor paintings, Charlotte in London also includes biographical sketches of the featured painters. This vibrant journal of Charlotte&’s exciting journey will make any reader long for lovely, lively London. Praise for Charlotte in London &“[A] handsomely illustrated journal. . . . As in previous books, much care and thought have been put into the book&’s design. Sweet&’s own illustrations are small gems, but there are interesting reproductions here as well. For readers who want to know more, there&’s plenty of back matter to inform. A bloomin&’ delight.&” —Booklist &“Featured artists&’ biographical information provides added depth to the period. There&’s much to explore in the mixed-media and watercolor art. Art aficionados and fans of Charlotte in Paris . . . and Charlotte in Giverny . . . will enjoy these vivid British travels.&” —School Library Journal
Charlotte in Paris
by Melissa Sweet Joan Macphail KnightIt's 1892. Charlotte and her family have lived abroad in the famous artist colony in Giverny, France, for a year, when an exciting invitation arrives. The celebrated impressionist Mary Cassatt is having an exhibition in Paris. While in Paris, Charlotte dines at a cafe on the Champs-Elysees, watches a marionette show in the Tuileries gardens and celebrates her birthday at the Eiffel Tower. Illustrated with stunning museum reproductions of works by artists such as Monet, Degas, Cassatt, Renoir and Rodin as well as lovely watercolor collages, this sequel to Charlotte in Giverny also includes biographical sketches of the featured painters. Charlotte's charming scrapbook will leave fans of the first book, art lovers, Francophiles and readers of all ages shouting, "Vive Charlotte!"