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Big Mouth Elizabeth (A Is for Elizabeth #2)
by Rachel VailBig Mouth Elizabeth is the second in a new chapter book series spinning off of the Justin Case books, starring Justin's little sister, Elizabeth.Second-grader Elizabeth longs to be a member of the Big Mouth Club, which is made up of kids who have lost at least one baby tooth. Elizabeth is WAY behind on losing her baby teeth, and so is Cali, a quiet girl who is also left out of the Big Mouth Club. Elizabeth thinks Cali is so much more babyish than she is—in fact, Elizabeth SHOULD be in the Big Mouth Club because she's NOT babyish. But when she understands how bad it feels to be left out, Elizabeth's attitude shifts.Here is a story about fitting in in unexpected ways. With copious line art by Paige Keiser, this second book in Rachel Vail's Elizabeth series is sure to delight fans of Judy Moody, Junie B. Jones, and Clementine.
Big News! (Emma Is on the Air #1)
by Ida SiegalWNBC reporter Ida Siegal makes her debut as a chapter book author with a hilarious look at one girl's journey into journalism, mystery-solving, and fame -- or at least two out of those three!This is Emma Perez, and I'm ON THE AIR!Today at lunch, my friend Javier found a slimy worm in his hamburger. It was extra gross! Now everyone wants to know how the worm got in there. Someone might even get in trouble! The school needs my famous reporter skills to solve the case!Emma Perez has been looking for some big news to help her become a famous reporter. Javier's wormburger is perfect-people need to know what happened! Emma is ready to find witnesses, gather clues, and file her report.Tune in for the first edition of EMMA IS ON THE AIR!
Big P Takes a Fall (and That's Not All)
by Pamela JaneFrom the team that bought you C Jumped over Three Pots and a Pan and Landed Smack in the Garbage Can comes another fun, wild, wacky rhyming introduction to the alphabet! Can small b, the only lowercase letter in the uppercase school, find a way to save the day? When a rainstorm washes away the bridge in front of the school, the letters must warn the school bus to STOP before it reaches the raging river. But Big P has taken a fall! How can the alphabet spell “STOP" without P? Watch b stand up—and upside down—for herself! Ideal for STEAM curriculums, this entertaining alphabet adventure sparks imagination, curiosity, and suspense while teaching problem-solving, creative skills, and teamwork. Like the first book from this author and illustrator duo, C Jumped over Three Pots and a Pan and Landed Smack in the Garbage Can!, Big P Takes a Fall is a unique alphabet story that draws young readers into the exciting world of language and letters. Introducing children to reading and rhyme has never been so wild, wacky, and laugh-out loud funny!
Big Problems, Little Problems
by Ben FellerBig Problems, Little Problems is the story of how a dad teaches his son to solve the daily challenges of life – and, in turn, the surprising ways in which a child can teach a grown-up to remember what is important, too. We invite you into this charming picture book about a single dad (a rarity in the picture book world) and his little boy, who turns out to be very wise. From their secret handshake to their mutual problem-solving, this father and son have winning ways. Written with lessons that apply to any family with young children, the book is distinctively told from a father's perspective, and built on how a son and dad listen to and learn from each other. This is a tale of how to conquer frustration no matter what the problem.
Big Pumpkin
by Erica SilvermanA little bat uses brains over brawn in this not-so-scary Halloween picture book. The witch has grown the biggest pumpkin ever, and now she wants to make herself a pumpkin pie for Halloween. But the pumpkin is so big she can't get it off the vine. It&’s so big the ghost can&’t move it, either. Neither can the vampire, nor the mummy. It looks as if there&’ll be no pumpkin pie for Halloween, until along comes the bat with an idea to save the day. How can the tiny bat succeed where bigger and strong spooky creatures have failed? You'll be surprised!
Big Red Lollipop
by Rukhsana KhanRubina has been invited to her first birthday party, and her mother, Ami, insists that she bring her little sister along. Rubina is mortified, but she can't convince Ami that you just don't bring your younger sister to your friend's party. So both girls go, and not only does Sana demand to win every game, but after the party she steals Rubina's prized party favor, a red lollipop. What's a fed-up big sister to do?Rukhsana Khan's clever story and Sophie Blackall's irresistible illustrations make for a powerful combination in this fresh and surprising picture book.
Big Red and the Terrible Tomato Hornworm: Bloomers Island (Bloomers Island #3)
by Cynthia WylieIn Big Red and the Terrible Tomato Hornworms, Professor Sage holds a contest between the young Bloomers where each must choose their favorite vegetable to grow and care for. Here, young readers are introduced to the character of Big Red, who knows exactly what he wants to grow: tomatoes! After all, they are the main ingredient in some of his favorite foods: spaghetti, ketchup, and pizza. But as he starts planting, he discovers that he’ll have to battle hornworms to keep his tomatoes healthy and safe. In the end, he has to use his newfound gardening knowledge and peacemaking skills to work with the hornworms and save his tomatoes.Bloomers Island Garden of Stories picture books take young readers and listeners to Bloomers Island to experience the world of plants, flowers, and gardens through lively stories and lush illustrations.
Big Rig Rescue!
by Chris GallChris Gall gives truck books a fresh set of wheels in a bright story of wreckers, tools, towing, and teamwork. When a semi-truck crashes in the snow, Big Orange is ready. With a crane, chains, a webbing strap, outriggers, and a winch, Orange will get the semi back on its wheels—and when the job is too tough to tackle alone, Big Blue is there to help. Together they get the semi free and upright. Now, Orange is ready to tow the semi back to the shop, but a storm is coming.?.?.?.?Good thing Blue is around to help when Orange hits ice! With lively storytelling and engaging artwork, acclaimed author-illustrator Chris Gall motors through a brave and stormy tale of big-rig gadgets and collaboration.
Big Ship Rescue! (Big Rescue #0)
by Chris GallChris Gall gives boat books a fresh coat of paint in a bright story of tugboats, tools, and teamwork. Oh no! The Goliath has wrecked in a storm. First the crew has to be rescued, then the ship has to be made safe, refloated, and winched off the rocks. It’s a good thing Salvage Master Miley is on the scene with her tugboat, the Mighty Mackerel. It’s a tough job, but with the tug’s powerful engines, propellers, towlines, and winches, Miley and her salvage team have what it takes to bring Goliath back to port. With lively storytelling, engaging artwork, and plenty of mechanical detail, acclaimed author/illustrator Chris Gall sails through a brave and stormy tale of nautical machinery and collaboration that’s just right for little engineers.
Big Sister, Little Monster
by Andria Warmflash Rosenbaum"Monstrous sisterly fun." --Kirkus ReviewsLucy thinks her little sister, Mia, is a monster. She follows Lucy everywhere, wreaks havoc in her room, and steals her spotlight. When at last Lucy has had enough, she yells, "You little monster, GO AWAY!"But Lucy never imagines that Mia might disappear into a land of REAL monsters! What's a big sister to do?This riotous, honest, and affectionate story will strike a wildly familiar chord with siblings of all ages!
Big Splash! (Pictureback(R))
by Shea FontanaThe DC Super Hero Girls have to save the sea from the sharp-toothed villain King Shark in this action-packed book!Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Bumblebee and Katana face the King Shark in a battle for the high seas. Can Katana overcome her fear of deep water to save the day? Find out in this action-packed book that features your favorite DC Super Hero Girls.
Big Test Jitters (The Jitters Series #6)
by Julie DannebergEveryone gets the jitters--especially before the big test.New from the best-selling series that brought you First Day Jitters, Mrs. Hartwell takes on a new, nervy adventure as she prepares her class to take the Big Test. Knowing they have studied and are well-prepared, she helps the students practice how to sit quietly, fill in the bubbles, and follow the directions. As her students grow increasingly anxious about the Big Test, Mrs. Hartwell realizes she has to teach the most valuable test-taking skill of all: learning to relax!
Big Top Flop
by Carolyn Keene Peter FrancisHelp Nancy and her friends track down the crafty clown who stole George's junior ringmaster whistle in the fourth book in an all-new, interactive Nancy Drew chapter book mystery series. Includes space for readers to jot down their own ideas and solutions to the case!The Bingle and Bumble Circus is coming to River Heights, and Nancy, Bess, and George are super excited to see the clowns, animals, and acrobats. But most of all, they're excited about the Junior Ringmaster whistling contest! To win, all they have to do is be the kid who whistles the loudest and the longest. The winner of the contest will get to be Junior Ringmaster at the circus's opening night and they'll get a shiny silver whistle as a prize! After George wins, her friends can't wait to see her in the show. But when the time comes, she blows and blows her whistle...and nothing comes out. When she checks her whistle, George realizes that it was switched with a broken one! Will Nancy and her friends find the whistle-snatcher before the circus leaves town?
Big Tree
by Brian SelznickThe fate of all life on Earth may depend on the bravery of two little seeds in this epic adventure from the #1 New York Times bestselling creator and Caldecott Medalist of The Invention of Hugo Cabret."The tale of the natural world is the greatest story we have to tell, and Brian delivers a brilliant chapter of that tale throughout the pages of Big Tree." - STEVEN SPIELBERG"We need brave, big stories like [Big Tree]." -The New York Times Book Review"Has the power to intrigue...affecting." - The Wall Street Journal* "An enthralling and expansive meditation on what it means to be alive on this planet." - Booklist, starred review* "A balanced and rich book. . . . Powerful."-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred and recommended review* "In evocative prose and peppery dialogue . . . the cinematic story journeys across time and space, contemplating the power of life to heal." -Publishers Weekly, starred review* "A special, one-of-a-kind book for the whole family that readers won't soon forget." - School Library Journal, starred review* "Masterful." - The Horn Book, starred review"Inspirational, important, and beautiful. A fable for our times." - Alan Gratz, bestselling author of Refugee and Ground Zero"Hello, stars. I thought I heard you calling me."A mysterious voice has been speaking to Louise in her dreams. She and her brother Merwin are Sycamore seeds, who hope to one day set down roots and become big trees. But when a fire forces them to leave their mama tree prematurely, they find themselves catapulted into the unknown, far from home. Alone and unprepared, they must use their wits and imagination to navigate a dangerous world-filled with dinosaurs, meteors, and volcanoes!-and the fear of never finding a safe place to grow up. As the mysterious voice gets louder, Louise comes to realize their mission in life may be much bigger than either of them ever could have imagined!Brimming with humor, wonder, mystery, and a profound sense of hope, Big Tree is a trailblazing adventure, illustrated with nearly 300 pages of breathtaking pictures. It is Selznick's most imaginative and far-reaching work to date and a singular reading experience for the whole family.The audiobook edition of BIG TREE is brought magnificently to life by Meryl Streep and features music composed by Ernest Troost.
Big Tree Down!
by Laurie LawlorBig Tree is the neighborhood’s biggest landmark. It presides over street games, barbeques, and water fights. But crack! Oh no! Big Tree has been split by lightning! In this warm and positive book, people from all parts of the community—neighbors, city workers, and children—come together to clean up and remember Big Tree, and to plant Little Tree in its stead. This wonderful story of neighborly cooperation and community engagement will introduce kids to the joys of being involved in the world immediately around them.
Big Words for Little Paleontologists: The Dino Dictionary Every Little Explorer Needs (Big Words for Little Explorers)
by Lisa M. GerryThis stunningly illustrated picture book will inspire every budding paleontologist with the impressive words that dino-crazy little kids love to learn—and show off!Featuring more than 50 wow-worthy words, with definitions and phonetic pronunciation, this info-packed picture book will help your little explorer sound like a dinosaur expert in no time. They&’ll even learn about the right tools to bring to an excavation site!But the fun doesn&’t stop at dino names—like Micropachycephalosaurus, the longest ever dinosaur name. Kids will get to know prehistoric mammals like Mammuthus, better known as the woolly mammoth, and ocean creatures like the giant prehistoric shark that once ruled the sea: Megalodon. We&’ve also got the cutest little prehistoric creature to guide readers on their journey to becoming a dino digger! Realistic illustrations from Franco Tempesta and fascinating photos will keep every dino-loving 3-to-7-year-old engaged and wanting more.
Big Worry in Wonderland (The Nancy Drew Notebooks #52)
by Carolyn Keene Jan Naimo JonesNancy's class is performing Alice in Wonderland, and everyone is busy practicing for the big day. Rehearsals are running smoothly until the Mad Hatter, pesky Orson Wong, discovers that his "magic" hat has vanished. How will the Mad Hatter remember his lines without it? Sounds like a case for Nancy Drew. But Nancy's not so sure she wants to solve this one--Orson is such a pest! Even worse, Orson wants to help Nancy solve his own case, and Nancy's friends won't even investigate the case if he's around. Will a new partner mean saying good-bye to old friends? And can Nancy and Orson uncover the Hatter's hat before curtain time?
Big as a Giant Snail (The World of Weird Animals)
by Jess KeatingGo big or go home! Meet the biggest weirdos on Earth in this colosally cool collection from the team that brought you Pink Is For Blobfish.It's a big wide world, full of critters that are larger than life! Sure, there are the usual suspects: blue whales, polar bears, elephant seals . . . but others will take you by surprise. The giant snail, for instance, or the ginormous Atlas moth. Like Pink Is for Blobfish and Cute as an Axolotl, Big as a Giant Snail will cover a wide variety of species, while subtly delving into misconceptions and stereotypes associated with size. Best of all? These tall tales are totally true! "Awe-inspiring... This work fits into so many lessons, from endangered species to climate change and habitat preservation, that it&’s hard to imagine a collection that would not benefit from having it on its shelves." —School Library Journal
Big, Beautiful Bug Catcher (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Anne Miranda Jennifer FairmanNIMAC-sourced textbook
Big-Enough Anna: The Little Sled Dog Who Braved the Arctic
by Pam Flowers Ann DixonWinner of the Tennessee Volunteer State and Oregon's Patricia Gallagher Awards, this book tells Anna's life story and how she played a pivotal role in Iditarod finisher Pam Flowers 2,500-mile, solo, dog sled expedition across Arctic America. Anna was the smallest member of the team but became a hero dog before their journey was finished.
Big-Top Scooby Junior Novel
by Duendes Del Sur Kate HowardScooby-Doo is probably the world's best-known and most loved cartoon pooch. Scholastic's books are the #2 Scooby licensed product in the world! Can Scooby and the gang save the greatest show on earth? Mystery, Inc.'s own Fred Jones has always dreamed of performing death-defying acrobatics under the big top. So when the Brancusi Circus comes to town, he leaps at the chance to check it out. The circus ringleader is desperate for the gang's help. A werewolf has been terrorizing the performers and stealing jewelry from the audience members. Now it's up to Scooby and the gang to solve this mystical mystery! This junior novel features eight pages of cool pictures from the movie.
BigFoot Goes Back in Time: A Spectacular Seek And Find Challenge For All Ages! (BigFoot Search and Find)
by D. L. MillerTravel through history with BigFoot in this &“wonderfully entertaining interactive series&” —The Children&’s Book Review. Shy and reclusive, BigFoot spends his days in the deep dark woods, rarely spotted by humankind. But every now and then he leaves his remote retreat, and travels through time! Sharpen your search & find skills by locating him at his favorite moment in history. It won&’t be easy. This book presents each memorable moment as a visual puzzle, teeming with people and creatures. Your task is not only to find BigFoot and his legendary footprint, but also more than five hundred other unusual and sometimes unexpected personalities and objects. Fun facts and pictures accompany each scene to help you learn more about world history. Try to discover BigFoot in ten different historical epochs, as he Helps invent the airplaneGoes on a Viking voyagePlays with Jurassic dinosaursJoins an old west cattle drive, and more! This is a fixed-format ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book
BigFoot Goes on Big City Adventures (BigFoot Search and Find)
by D. L. MillerCan you spot BigFoot in the big city? &“Kids will love the stimulating puzzles of discovery and adventure in BigFoot Seek and Find books.&” —Berger&’s Book Reviews Shy and reclusive, BigFoot spends most of his time in the deep dark woods, rarely spotted by humankind. But sometimes he comes out of hiding and heads for one of his favorite big cities! Sharpen your search and find skills by locating him at his favorite metropolis. It won&’t be easy. BigFoot is visiting ten exciting destinations, from Chicago and Sydney to Prague, Shanghai, Edinburgh, and more. This book presents each urban oasis as a visual puzzle, teeming with people and creatures. Your task is not only to find BigFoot and his legendary footprint, but also more than five hundred other unusual and sometimes unexpected personalities and objects. Fun facts and pictures accompany each scene to help you learn more about the world&’s most popular cities. &“[A] wonderfully entertaining interactive series.&” —The Children&’s Book Review This is a fixed-format ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book
BigFoot Goes on Great Adventures: Amazing Facts, Fun Photos, And A Look-and-find Adventure! (BigFoot Search and Find)
by D. L. MillerSearch for BigFoot in Antarctica, the Amazon rainforest, and more with this seek-and-find puzzle book filled with fun facts and photos! Shy and reclusive, BigFoot spends most of his time in the deep dark woods, rarely spotted by humankind. But every now and then he leaves his remote retreat, and goes searching for adventure! Sharpen your search & find skills by locating him on his latest escapade. It won&’t be easy. This book presents each one as a visual puzzle, teeming with people and creatures. Your task is not only to find BigFoot and his legendary footprint, but also more than five hundred other unusual and sometimes unexpected personalities and objects. Fun facts and pictures accompany each scene to help you learn more about the world&’s historic and cultural treasures. Join BigFoot on ten different challenging quests, including: Penetrating the Amazon RainforestClimbing the HimalayasDiscovering the Great Barrier ReefAn expedition in AntarcticaExploring Madagascar, and more! &“[A] wonderfully entertaining interactive series.&” —The Children&’s Book Review This is a fixed-format ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book