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Chestnut (American Dog)
by Jennifer Li ShotzFrom the #1 New York Times best-selling author of Max comes a heartwarming, middle grade adventure story about a rescue dog, Chestnut, who befriends a girl trying to save her family's Christmas tree farm in North Carolina. Chestnut is a dog without a family. After being abandoned in the wild, Chestnut is wandering the North Carolina countryside trying to survive. When twelve-year-old Meg stumbles upon him on the outskirts of her family’s Christmas tree farm, she just knows that they’re meant to be together forever. The only problem? The farm is on the brink of closing down, and her family can’t afford a pet. Meg knows she has what it takes to save the business and take care of Chestnut—she’ll just need to keep him a secret until then. Will Meg and Chestnut get their Christmas miracle?
Chewy and Chica (The Puppy Place Special Edition #1)
by Ellen MilesTwo chihuahuas mean double the fun in this special edition of Puppy Place. Lizzie and Charles Peterson definitely enjoy competing with each other. Especially when Lizzie acts like she knows everything about dogs and Charles just doesn't want to listen. Fortunately, in this Special Edition, there are TWO chihuahuas to foster. Charles and Lizzie each agree to take one and see who can train theirs more successfully. Will the Peterson household make it through this sibling rivalry?
Chibi Usagi: Attack of the Heebie Chibis--Expanded Edition (Usagi Yojimbo)
by Stan Sakai Julie SakaiChibi Usagi and his adorable, childlike friends must fight the evil Salamander King to save a village of innocents!Stan Sakai&’s enduring rabbit samurai is reimagined as a &“chibi world&” character in these adorable collaborations with Julie Sakai and colorist Emi Fujii!Enter a world of cute characters and captivating adventures with Chibi Usagi and friends! Join along as Chibi Tomoe, Chibi Gen, and even the terrifying Jei face new challenges with familiar themes in this expanded collection that includes the original graphic novel Chibi Usagi: Attack of the Heebie Chibis, plus the comic-length Chibi Usagi: Attack of the Teenie Titans, with short stories &“Chibi Usagi and the Big Bad Jei,&” &“Chibi Usagi and the Goblin of Adachi Plain,&” and &“Chibi Tomoe and the Zo Ninja!&”This special expanded edition also collects Stan Sakai&’s color Chibi Usagi pinups that ran as Usagi Yojimbo comic book back covers, with a bonus pinup section collecting rare images and fun pages from the whole Chibi Usagi team!
Chicago History for Kids: Triumphs and Tragedies of the Windy City Includes 21 Activities (For Kids series)
by Gary Johnson Owen HurdFrom the Native Americans who lived in the Chicago area for thousands of years, to the first European explorers Marquette and Jolliet, to the 2005 Chicago White Sox World Series win, parents, teachers, and kids will love this comprehensive and exciting history of how Chicago became the third largest city in the U.S. Chicago's spectacular and impressive history comes alive through activities such as building a model of the original Ferris Wheel, taking architectural walking tours of the first skyscrapers and Chicago's oldest landmarks, and making a Chicago-style hotdog. Serving as both a guide to kids and their parents and an engaging tool for teachers, this book details the first Chicagoan Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, the Fort Dearborn Massacre, the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the building of the world's first skyscraper, and the hosting of two World's Fairs. In addition to uncovering Windy City treasures such as the birth of the vibrant jazz era of Louis Armstrong and the work of Chicago poets, novelists, and songwriters, kids will also learn about Chicago's triumphant and tortured sports history.
Chicago's First Crime King: Michael Cassius McDonald (True Crime Ser.)
by Kelly PucciThis true crime biography details the remarkable rise of the 19th century mob boss who ran Chicago from the streets to the mayor&’s office. Michael Cassius McDonald arrived in Chicago as a teenage gambler and scam artist who quickly hustled his way into running the city through its criminal underworld. Long before the reign of Al Capone, McDonald was Chicago&’s original mob boss. He procured presidential pardons, fixed juries, stuffed mayoral ballot boxes, and operated the city's most popular—and most crooked—gambling parlor. But McDonald also maintained a reputation as a decent man. He was a philanthropist who befriended Clarence Darrow, promoted the World's Fair, ran the Chicago Globe newspaper—where he employed Theodore Dreiser—and funded the Lake Street L. Meanwhile, he had multiple marriages mired in love triangles and murder trials. His remarkable story comes to life in this.
Chicago, Baby!
by Feather FloresExploring Chicago has never been so fun! Embrace adventure with this memorable rhyming picture book, the perfect gift for residents and visitors alike!Hello, Chicago, and hooray!Adventure waits for us today!From the shores of North Avenue Beach to the iconic CLOUD GATE (the Bean), there's so much to do and see in the bustling city of Chicago! With stops at the Art Institute, Grant Park, Navy Pier, and more, this spirited tour of the Windy City is just right for little readers—and their parents!—who are eager to explore. Get ready for adventure—an unforgettable Chicago experience awaits!A REGIONAL CELEBRATION FOR RESIDENTS: Featuring some of Chicago's most popular foods, well-known destinations, and family-friendly attractions, this book makes a great gift for (or from!) any Chicagoan looking to pass on a love of their city to their little ones.MEMORIES FOR LITTLE TRAVELERS: With so much to see and do, travel can feel overwhelming for toddlers—but telling the story of a place you've been (or are planning to visit) can make the experience so much more fun and accessible!SWEET AND SATISFYING READ-ALOUD: Rhyming text and short, easy-to-understand sentences make this upbeat picture book an excellent candidate for story time, just right for rereading—and for reliving the adventures little explorers and their families have enjoyed together in the city!GO-TO GIFT FOR TODDLERS ON THE GO: This lighthearted introduction to the Windy City is a gift-giver's dream, offering a wonderful way to share meaningful adventures with the little readers they love.Perfect for:• Parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children who live in Chicago• Museum-goers and travelers to the Chicago area• Teachers and librarians who live in Chicago• Gift-givers looking for a fun and quirky regionally inspired present
Chicharito Hernández (Superstars of Soccer SPANISH)
by Gustavo VazquezLlamado por el destino, con el futbol como herencia, Javier Hernández Balcázar nació para brillar en las canchas. Nieto e hijo de seleccionados nacionales que participaron en Copas del Mundo, el Chicharito representa a la nueva generación de futbolistas mexicanos cuyo terreno de juego es el mundo. Desde sus modestos orígenes en las fuerzas básicas de las Chivas de Guadalajara, hasta sus éxitos en el Manchester United, este libro sigue las andanzas de Hernández en su camino hacia la línea de fondo. El Chicharito es delantero de la vida, anotador de triunfos que todo México celebra.
Chicharito Hernández (Superstars of Soccer)
by Gustavo VazquezLlamado por el destino, con el futbol como herencia, Javier Hernández Balcázar nació para brillar en las canchas. Nieto e hijo de seleccionados nacionales que participaron en Copas del Mundo, el Chicharito representa a la nueva generación de futbolistas mexicanos cuyo terreno de juego es el mundo. Desde sus modestos orígenes en las fuerzas básicas de las Chivas de Guadalajara, hasta sus éxitos en el Manchester United, este libro sigue las andanzas de Hernández en su camino hacia la línea de fondo. El Chicharito es delantero de la vida, anotador de triunfos que todo México celebra.
Chick: Lister (Orca Currents)
by Alex Van TolChick is a popular fourteen-year-old who is essentially on this earth to live up to his father’s impossible expectations—or, at least, that’s how he feels. This pressure is a grinding source of anxiety for him, which he copes with by making lists. He itemizes every aspect of his life, from his daily routine to the things that make him nervous. But as the pressure of school and his budding romance with his debating teammate Audrey builds, his compulsion starts to feel impossible to control—or conceal. This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Chickadee (Birchbark House #4)
by Louise Erdrich<P>Winner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction, Chickadee is the first novel of a new arc in the critically acclaimed Birchbark House series by New York Times bestselling author Louise Erdrich. <P>Twin brothers Chickadee and Makoons have done everything together since they were born—until the unthinkable happens and the brothers are separated. <P>Desperate to reunite, both Chickadee and his family must travel across new territories, forge unlikely friendships, and experience both unexpected moments of unbearable heartache as well as pure happiness. And through it all, Chickadee has the strength of his namesake, the chickadee, to carry him on. <P>Chickadee continues the story of one Ojibwe family's journey through one hundred years in America. School Library Journal, in a starred review, proclaimed, "Readers will be more than happy to welcome little Chickadee into their hearts." <P><b> Winner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical Fiction </b>
Chicken
by Alan GibbonsA powerful and humorous story about a family on the theme of bullying, by the popular author of the TOTAL FOOTBALL series.Davy's too chicken to stand up to bullying at school. He's been singled out as an easy target. His family aren't much help - they're all chicken too. Mum's frightened of learning to drive, big brother Carl is terrifying himself trying to impress his new friends. And Dad has too many problems of his own to be sympathetic. But in the end it's his little sisters strange secret which spurs Davy on...and surprises the whole family as well.
Chicken Chicken: Chicken Chicken; Don't Go To Sleep!; The Blob That Ate Everyone; The Curse Of Camp Cold Lake (Goosebumps #53)
by R. L. StineEveryone in Goshen Falls knows about weird Vanessa. She dresses all in black. Wears black lipstick. And puts spells on people. At least, that's what they say.Crystal and her brother, Cole, know they can't believe everything you hear. But that was before they made Vanessa mad. Before she whispered that strange warning, "Chicken chicken."Because now something really weird has happened. Crystal's lips have turned as hard a bird's beak. And Cole has started growing ugle white feathers all over his body...
Chicken Girls: Rhyme and the Runaway Twins
by BratFrom the creators of the hit series, Chicken Girls—with over 223 million views on YouTube—comes the first in a series of original novels. Rhyme knows that this summer is going to be a bust. All of her friends are on vacation or at dance camp—without her—and T. K., her maybe-boyfriend, is away all summer in LA. Rhyme is stuck helping the Attaway librarian prepare for the County Fair and studying for the important “Test Test,” so she can move up to the next grade and which she failed the first time. Such a boring summer. But when an enigmatic set of twins rolls into town, looking for answers and acceptance, Rhyme gets caught up in a decades-old mystery of love, intrigue, and danger. Will Rhyme be able to help the twins and prove once and for all what she is capable of? Chicken Girls is the breakout teen series from the Gen Z studio, Brat. Starring Annie LeBlanc, Brooke Butler, and Indiana Massara, the show's fourth season premieres this spring.
Chicken Little, Come Out! The Sky Is Not Falling!: Helping Children Express and Cope with Their Anxiety
by Michele Winchester-VegaCalm your child’s fear and anxiety with help from the classic folktale Chicken Little.This new take on the classic story of Chicken Little is designed to help children identify and normalize their worries, fears, and anxieties. With the help of some barnyard friends, Chicken Little, Come Out. The Sky is NOT Falling! fosters mental health awareness and provides strategies for improved coping.There’s a barn full of Chicken Little characters, but they don’t want to come out. It’s scary out there and they fear the sky is falling! But, with a lot of teamwork and a little help from Chicken Little, together they can calm their fears and phobias. All they need are the right behavioral stress reduction tools!Using beautifully illustrated, relatable farm animals from the Chicken Little story, psychiatric social worker Dr. Winchester-Vega offers ways to manage children's mental health and foster conversation and understanding. Inside, find coping skills, strategies, and two bonus resources for parents, educators, and caregivers working with children with anxiety.
Chicken Little: The Junior Novelization
by Irene TrimbleThis time the sky is falling, but Chicken Little isn't sure he wants to give up his newfound glory on the baseball field to warn everyone. This novelization of Disney's newest animated film features a full-color insert of movie stills.
Chicken Soup for the Kid's Soul 2
by Jack Canfield Mark Victor Hansen Patty Hansen Irene DunlapThis book, designed for kids ages six to ten, features true, character-building stories for kids to enjoy alone or with their parents. Being a kid can be trying and confusing--a newfound exposure to the real world, confusion as to what's right and wrong, learning about friendships and making important choices for the first time. Chicken Soup for the Kid's Soul 2 is a special book designed just for kids on the verge of becoming preteens. Written by kids and adults reminiscing about their childhood, this book features true stories that exemplify character-building traits such as acceptance, honesty, kindness, responsibility, forgiveness, bravery, and perseverance. It also features larger, reader-friendly type and custom-created cartoon strips featuring "The Souper Kids" cartoon characters.
Chicken Soup for the Kid's Soul 2: Read-Aloud or Read-Alone Character-Building Stories for Kids Ages 6-10
by Jack Canfield Mark Victor Hansen Patty HansenThis book, designed for kids ages six to ten, features true, character-building stories for kids to enjoy alone or with their parents. Being a kid can be trying and confusing--a newfound exposure to the real world, confusion as to what's right and wrong, learning about friendships and making important choices for the first time. Chicken Soup for the Kid's Soul 2 is a special book designed just for kids on the verge of becoming preteens. Written by kids and adults reminiscing about their childhood, this book features true stories that exemplify character-building traits such as acceptance, honesty, kindness, responsibility, forgiveness, bravery, and perseverance. It also features larger, reader-friendly type and custom-created cartoon strips featuring "The Souper Kids" cartoon characters.
Chicken Soup for the Kid's Soul 2: Read-Aloud or Read-Alone Character-Building Stories for Kids Ages 6-10
by Jack Canfield Mark Victor HansenThis book, designed for kids ages 6-10, features true, character-building stories for kids to enjoy alone or with their parents.
Chicken Soup for the Soul Kids in the Kitchen
by Jack Canfield Mark Victor Hansen Antonio FronteraFamilies that cook together stay together! Chef Antonio knows about family fun in the kitchen. He grew up with family members who cooked, ate, and spent most of their time whipping up delicious dishes together. He fell in love with cooking during those formative years and grew up to become a fabulous chef and a five-star restaurant owner. Now, Chef Antonio shares his favorite family recipes with you and your family in Chicken Soup for the Soul Kids in the Kitchen. He reveals the secret ingredient in Grandpa Joe's Jelly Cookies, inspires budding chefs with Spaghetti Pie, and entices the kid in every adult with Homemade Marshmallows. This unique Chicken Soup for the Soul cookbook is filled with mouthwatering recipes that will have even the youngest family members clamoring to help. Packed inside are kid-friendly recipes, safety and cleanup tips, food-related activities, and charming stories of lessons learned while cooking with loved ones. Delight in other families' accounts of great times spent together in the kitchen, and enjoy the secret family recipes they've shared. The colorful design, fun games, mouthwatering photos, simple step-by-step instructions, and kid-tested, kid-prepared recipes will inspire you and your children to create your own family traditions.
Chicken Soup for the Soul Kids in the Kitchen: Tasty Recipes and Fun Activities for Budding Chefs
by Jack Canfield Mark Victor Hansen Antonio FronteraFamilies that cook together stay together! Chef Antonio knows about family fun in the kitchen. He grew up with family members who cooked, ate, and spent most of their time whipping up delicious dishes together. He fell in love with cooking during those formative years and grew up to become a fabulous chef and a five-star restaurant owner. Now, Chef Antonio shares his favorite family recipes with you and your family in Chicken Soup for the Soul Kids in the Kitchen. He reveals the secret ingredient in Grandpa Joe's Jelly Cookies, inspires budding chefs with Spaghetti Pie, and entices the kid in every adult with Homemade Marshmallows. This unique Chicken Soup for the Soul cookbook is filled with mouthwatering recipes that will have even the youngest family members clamoring to help. Packed inside are kid-friendly recipes, safety and cleanup tips, food-related activities, and charming stories of lessons learned while cooking with loved ones. Delight in other families' accounts of great times spent together in the kitchen, and enjoy the secret family recipes they've shared. The colorful design, fun games, mouthwatering photos, simple step-by-step instructions, and kid-tested, kid-prepared recipes will inspire you and your children to create your own family traditions.
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Humane Heroes Volume I
by American HumaneLaugh and learn as you read inspirational and educational stories about remarkable animals and the people who take care of them. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Humane Heroes, Volume I is full of real-life stories that are appropriate for 4th graders and up to read on their own. While teaching the value of humane conservation, children are introduced to some amazing animals – a puppy and a cheetah who become friends; an adopted gorilla; and some not-so-scary sharks, among others. Not only will children learn how these animals share and enrich our planet, they will also learn of the critically important work being done by humane heroes around the world that helps them survive.
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Humane Heroes, Vol. I
by American HumaneLaugh and learn as you read inspirational and educational stories about remarkable animals and the people who take care of them. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Humane Heroes, Volume I is full of real-life stories that are appropriate for 4th graders and up to read on their own. While teaching the value of humane conservation, children are introduced to some amazing animals - a puppy and a cheetah who become friends; an adopted gorilla; and some not-so-scary sharks, among others. Not only will children learn how these animals share and enrich our planet, they will also learn of the critically important work being done by humane heroes around the world that helps them survive.
Chickenhare: Fire In The Hole
by Chris Grine<P>Chickenhare: half chicken, half rabbit, 100% hero! <P>What's a chickenhare? A cross between a chicken and a rabbit, of course. And that makes Chickenhare the rarest animal around! So when he and his turtle friend Abe are captured and sold to the evil taxidermist Klaus, they've got to find a way to escape before Klaus turns them into stuffed animals. With the help of two other strange creatures, Banjo and Meg, they might even get away. But with Klaus and his thugs hot on their trail, the adventure is only just beginning for this unlikely quartet of friends.
Chickenology: The Ultimate Encyclopedia (The Farm Animal Series)
by Barbara Sandri Francesco Giubbilini"[Chickenology] has found a prominent place at my farm in the book shelf where we keep our favorites books"— Isabella RosselliniChickenology takes young readers on a fascinating and informative tour of chickens. With a playful tone and irresistibly charming illustrations by rising star Camilla Pintonato, this lively visual encyclopedia presents chickens in all of their feathered glory. Discover the incredible variety of chickens with different origins, breeds, and feather patterns. Learn incredible facts: did you know that chickens can learn to count up to four and have excellent hearing? Many even like to listen to music!A great educational book, covering:• Different breeds of chickens, like Padovana and Silkie• The difference between roosters and hens• How chicks are formed in the egg• Chickens sounds and noises• Chicken anatomy and feather anatomy and colors• Chickens and eggs around the world• Chicken history and folklore• Raising chickens at home• Chickens as petsChickenology is the perfect animal book for nature and animal loving young readers, chicken enthusiasts, chicken farmers, and pet chicken owners alike!"Prepare to be fascinated by the varied world of chickens, presented here in charming detail....Endearingly dubbing chickens 'irresistible companions,' this educational overview of all things chicken is bound to hatch some new enthusiasts."—ALA/Booklist, STARRED REVIEW
Chickens (Life Cycles)
by Julie LundgrenDescribes The Physical Characteristics, Habitat, Behavior, Life Cycle, Diet, And Reproduction Of These Feathery Producers Of Eggs.