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My Dog is Better than Your Dog (Crimebiters #1)
by Tommy GreenwaldFrom the author of Charlie Joe Jackson's Guide to Not Reading comes a humorous and illustrated new series about a boy whose new dog may or may not be a crimefighting vampire.Jimmy Bishop loves doing 3 things: 1) Laughing at funny dog videos online,2) watching his favorite show (Stop! Police!) on TV, 3) and reading his favorite vampire book (Fang Goodness) over and over. His self-involved older sister and workaholic Mom think he needs to stop obsessing already! But when his Dad finally allows Jimmy to get a puppy before school starts, everything changes and Jimmy has something new to focus on: his amazing dog, Abby who seems to have some very unusual habits. She sleeps all day but is wired at night, and she runs from the garlic kelp biscuit made by Jimmy's strange new babysitter Mrs. Cragg. There's just something different about Abby. Could she possibly be...a vampire? Jimmy's best friend Irwin thinks Jimmy's being ridiculous, but then when Abby uncovers a real crime in progress and helps him become friends with an actual, human girl, even Irwin has to admit that perhaps Abby might have some super powers after all.
My Dog's a Scaredy-Cat: A Halloween Tail (Hank Zipzer, The World's Greatest Underachiever #10)
by Henry Winkler Lin Oliver Jesse Joshua WatsonOn Halloween day, Hank comes to school dressed in what he thinks is the perfect costume-a table in an Italian restaurant. Nick McKelty, the resident school bully (dressed in a total blood and guts costume), thinks Hank's costume is wimpy and that Hank wouldn't know how to be scary and gross if his life depended on it! <p> <p>So Hank decides to create the scariest haunted house ever and invite McKelty over to show him what scary really is. The only problem is that Hank's dog, Cheerio, is scared of Hank's haunted house. So scared, in fact, that when Hank tries to find him, he's nowhere in sight! Have Hank's Halloween hijinks gone too far? <p><b> Lexile Level: 750L</b></p>
My Dog, My Hero
by Betsy Byars Betsy Duffey Laurie Myers'My Hero' to Be Chosen: Eight finalists will compete tonight for the title My Hero. The winner will wear the coveted gold Hero medal. These brave and courageous dogs will each appear with their nominator who will tell their story. There's Smiley, who fought a giant bull. Bear used his giant paws to save the life of another dog. Munchkin warned a gardener of a poisonous snake about to strike. Old Dog helped find people buried under rubble after a tornado. Buster pulled a baby carriage out of the path of a careening truck. Blue, who had never been known to bark, used his voice to bring help to his wounded master. Dopey's constant barking saved the life of a baby left in a sweltering car. Little Bit brought love and companionship to a nursing home resident. In My Dog, My Hero each story is told in the unique, sometimes humorous, but always compelling voice of the person whose life was changed by the heroic action of a very extraordinary dog. Betsy Byars and her daughters Betsy Duffey and Laurie Myers have joined forces to create dog stories full of adventure and suspense. Loren Long's paintings capture the heroic dignity of each of the dogs and heighten the drama of their special stories.
My Epic Fairy Tale Fail
by Anna StaniszewskiI know what you're thinking: "Can she talk to animals?" Yes, those chatty woodland creatures won't shut up. It's not as cute as you'd think. What's an Adventurer, You Ask? An underappreciated girl like me who travels around to magical Kingdoms saving creatures you don't even know exist. And trust me, they need a lot of help. My new missions is in the Land of Tales (the crazy place all fairy tales come from) to face off with an evil witch and complete Three Impossible Tasks. Easy, right? Being an adventurer is no fairy tale, but this is one mission I can't fail. --Jenny the Adventurer
My Ex-Imaginary Friend
by Jimmy Matejek-MorrisEleven-year-old Jack thought he had outgrown his imaginary friend, George—until his dad also disappears from his life. His mom's bipolar disorder isn't being properly treated, so while in the throes of a manic episode, she ditches Jack with his aunt, uncle, and cousins. Jack decides that only George can help him figure out where people go when others stop believing in them—and how Jack can put his family back together. Meanwhile, the imaginary George—half-walrus, half-human, all magic—has a problem of his own: with nobody to believe in him, he is slowly disappearing. Rejoining Jack is his only hope for survival. Or is it?
My Face to the Wind: The Diary of Sara Jane Price, A Prairie Teacher (Dear America)
by Jim MurphySarah Jane Price keeps a diary as a promise to her late father, the former school teacher in Broken Bow Nebraska. She accounts her struggle to gain acceptance as the new teacher even though she is so young. She tells of the harshness of the weather, her trials at balancing relationships between herself and her pupils as well as herself and the rest of the townspeople.
My Fake Boyfriend Is Better Than Yours: A Novel
by Kristina SpringerSeventh grade was supposed to be fun, but Tori is having major drama with her BFF, Sienna. Sienna changed a lot over the summer—on the first day of school she's tan, confident, and full of stories about her new dreamy boyfriend. Tori knows that she's totally making this guy up. So Tori invents her own fake boyfriend, who is better than Sienna's in every way. Things are going great—unless you count the whole lying-to-your-best-friend thing—until everyone insists Tori and Sienna bring their boyfriends to the back-to-school dance.
My Fate According to the Butterfly (Scholastic Press Novels Ser.)
by Gail D. Villanueva* "Villanueva's debut is a beautiful #ownvoices middle-grade novel. Tough topics are addressed, but warmth and humor... bring lightness to Sab's story. This immersive novel bursts with life." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewWhen superstitious Sab sees a giant black butterfly, an omen of death, she knows that she's doomed! According to legend, she has one week before her fate catches up with her -- on her 11th birthday. With her time running out, all she wants is to celebrate her birthday with her entire family. But her sister, Ate Nadine, stopped speaking to their father one year ago, and Sab doesn't even know why.If Sab's going to get Ate Nadine and their father to reconcile, she'll have to overcome her fears -- of her sister's anger, of leaving the bubble of her sheltered community, of her upcoming doom -- and figure out the cause of their rift.So Sab and her best friend Pepper start spying on Nadine and digging into their family's past to determine why, exactly, Nadine won't speak to their father. But Sab's adventures across Manila reveal truths about her family more difficult -- and dangerous -- than she ever anticipated.Was the Butterfly right? Perhaps Sab is doomed after all!
My Father's Daughter
by E.L. KonigsburgPoor Little Rich Boy Winston Carmichael has it all: a big house, servants, vacations in Palm Beach, and a fancy private school. But with overprotective parents and a sense of responsibility for his younger sister, Heidi, Winston sometimes feels more as if he's living in a prison than a dream. Then one day a woman appears at the front door claiming to be Caroline -- Winston's half sister, who was kidnapped and presumed dead long before he and Heidi were born. Is she really Caroline? Is she an imposter? Or is she something far more complicated than either? And does she hold the key that could unlock the door to Winston's prison?
My Father's Dragon
by Ruth Stiles GannettWhen Elmer Elevator hears about the plight of an overworked and underappreciated baby flying dragon, he stows away on a ship and travels to Wild Island to rescue the dragon.<P><P> A Newbery Honor book
My Father's Dragon
by Ruth Stiles GannettWhen Elmer Elevator hears about the plight of an overworked and underappreciated baby flying dragon, he stows away on a ship and travels to Wild Island to rescue the dragon.<P><P> A Newbery Honor book
My Father's Dragon 75th Anniversary Edition (My Father's Dragon)
by Ruth Stiles GannettRediscover the classic fantasy and Newbery Honor winner My Father's Dragon in this 75th-anniversary edition that includes the original illustrations--now in full-color! A perfect family read-aloud that has delighted parents and children for generations!When Elmer Elevator hears about a baby dragon being held captive on Wild Island, he knows just what to do. First he packs his knapsack with important supplies like chewing gum, lollipops, and lots of rubber bands. Then he stows away on a ship headed for the island. There he&’ll meet many animals who try to stop him, but Elmer has a few tricks up his sleeve . . . or more precisely, in his knapsack. One way or another, he will rescue the dragon!First published in 1948, My Father&’s Dragon is a classic that has delighted generations. Now, for the first time, this beautiful gift edition features fully colorized art from the original publication a new foreword from New York Times bestselling author Philip Stead.
My Father's Words
by Patricia MacLachlanPatricia MacLachlan, beloved author of the Newbery Medal-winning Sarah, Plain and Tall, has crafted another lyrical and touching novel for young readers about finding hope after the loss of a loved one.Declan O’Brien always had a gentle word to share, odd phrases he liked to repeat, and songs to sing while he played basketball. His favorite song was "Dona Nobis Pacem," “Grant Us Peace.” His family loved him deeply and always knew they were loved in return. But a terrible accident one day changes their lives forever, and Fiona and Finn O’Brien are left without a father. Their mother is at a loss. What words are there to guide them through such overwhelming grief?At the suggestion of their friend Luke, Fiona and Finn volunteer at an animal rescue shelter where they meet two sweet dogs who are in need of comfort, too. Perhaps with time, patience, and their father’s gentle words in their hearts, hope will spark once more.
My First Book of Airplanes: All About Flying Machines for Kids (My First Book of)
by Kristina A. HolzweissIt's time for takeoff! Get curious kids excited about amazing airplanes with this colorful book for ages 3-5From the Wright brothers and Amelia Earhart, to the latest Mars mission, people have always been fascinated by flying. This airplane book for kids 3-5 comes from the same series as the beloved My First Book of Planets, teaching them all about what makes airplanes work!All kinds of aircraft—Read together as you explore gliders, passenger planes, military aviation, jumbo jets, and more.Awesome images—Get up close to the coolest crafts with the big, colorful pictures and illustrations.How does it fly?—Find kid-friendly language that explains the forces at work when airplanes go, like gravity, thrust, drag, and lift.Soar into incredible facts about flight with this age-appropriate kids' book about airplanes.
My First Book of Animals: All About the World's Wildlife for Kids (My First Book of)
by Sarah BarnettExplore the animal kingdom with kids ages 3 to 5 From gigantic elephants to tiny frogs, we share this planet with many wonderful animals. Introduce kids to the world's most incredible creatures with My First Book of Animals. Kids will go wild for toothy sharks, plump penguins, sleepy sloths, and many more.Amazing animal trivia—Did you know kangaroos can jump 10 feet high? This animal book has tons of fascinating facts to expand kids' knowledge.Big, colorful images—Take kids up close and personal with some of the world's most exciting animals.Lions, tigers, and bears—From the world's biggest beasts to the cutest creatures, kids will learn how these animals live, how they eat, and where to find them!Grab this animal facts book for kids today and help them discover the wild, fascinating lives of Earth's animals!
My First Book of Cats: All About Furry Felines for Kids (My First Book of)
by Morgan GrassiMeet your favorite furry friends with this colorful kids' book about cats for ages 3-5Get little animal lovers excited about the fun and fuzzy world of pet cats—from the athletic Abyssinian to the ultra-fluffy Norwegian forest cat, just to name a few! With this incredible cat book for kids, curious learners ages 3 to 5 will explore the cutest and most popular house cats through adorable photos and fascinating trivia on what makes each cat so special, like their size, colors, breed history, and more.Get the cat book kids love:WHICH CAT IS THAT?: Detailed pictures let kids get up close and personal with dozens of unique breeds.LIFE AS A CAT: Explore what makes cats such wonderful companions, like their soft fur, friendly purrs, and snuggly cat naps.COOL CAT FACTS: Did you know that cats can't taste sweet things? Or that humans and pet cats have lived together for more than 10,000 years?PART OF A POPULAR SERIES: Keep them interested in reading and learning with the rest of the My First Book Of series, including books about planets, trains, sharks, and dinosaurs!Introduce kids to the world's most popular pet with this incredible cat book for new readers!
My First Book of Earth: All About Our Planet for Kids (My First Book of)
by Stephanie Manka SchuttlerSee how much there is to discover with this Earth science adventure for kids 3-5. From the same series as the popular My First Book of Planets!From the clouds way up above us to the liquid core miles beneath our feet, there are so many amazing things about Earth. See what makes our home planet so special with this introduction to land, sea, and sky for preschool and kindergarten kids. With My First Book of Earth, they'll explore the different continents, how weather works, the important jobs of trees and plants, and so much more!Awesome images—Colorful photos and accurate illustrations show off unbelievable scenery like volcanoes, canyons, and the moon.Why does that happen? —This nonfiction science book for kids explains how rocks are formed, what makes the sun go down at night, and why gravity affects the oceans.Fascinating Earth facts—Did you know that there are mountains underwater? Or that the tallest tree is almost as tall as 19 houses stacked on top of each other? Find trivia like this and more in this amazing Earth book for kids.Pick up this ultimate book of planet Earth and encourage curious kids to read, learn, and explore.
My First Book of Emotions for Toddlers
by Orlena KerekHelp toddlers get to know their feelingsToddlers may be small in size, but they have enough emotions to fill an entire playground! This fun picture book introduces little ones to common emotions by explaining what they are, how they might feel in the body, and how to express them in positive ways.Six key emotions—Help toddlers learn to identify and manage fear, anger, joy, sadness, disgust, and surprise.Big, colorful illustrations—Keep toddlers engaged with this vibrant picture book full of cute kid characters and simple scenes that illustrate each emotion.Toddler-friendly language—Discover age-appropriate explanations and examples that make it easier for young children to understand big feelings.Give your child a headstart on building emotional intelligence with this book about emotions for toddlers.
My First Book of Nautical Knots: A Guide to Sailing and Decorative Knots
by Caroline BritzDo you know what seamanship is? It's the art of making knots. But there's no need to board a boat to learn how to make sea knots. My First Book of Nautical Knots brings you eighteen knots to discover. Some are done in a jiffy, like the figure eight or the bowline knot; others require greater concentration, such as the slip knot or the bosco knot. Still others are so pretty that you can use them to make a jewel or a small decorative object. Ropework is an activity very popular with children, and My First Book of Nautical Knots offers beautifully illustrated step-by-step models of nautical knots that is sure to help parents and children to learn and master this craft together. As a bonus, My First Book of Nautical Knots presents the star of the playground: gimp stitching.
My First Book of Ocean Animals: All About Marine Wildlife for Kids (My First Book of)
by Ginjer L. ClarkeExplore life under the sea with this book of ocean critters for kids ages 3 to 5 From tiny plankton to huge whales, our oceans are home to all kinds of amazing animals. Discover some of the most fascinating marine creatures with My First Book of Ocean Animals. It's packed with fun facts and photos that teach preschool and kindergarten kids all about the reptiles that crawl on coastlines, the fish that swim underwater, and so much more.Dive deeper than other ocean animal books for kids with:Big, beautiful images—Lots of colorful pictures will take kids deep under the ocean—no submarine required.Life at sea—Find out where in the ocean these animals live, what they eat, and even how big they can get!Ocean-sized trivia—Did you know that dolphins are actually whales? Or that some penguins eat so much krill it turns their poop pink?Get kids excited about the incredible underwater world around us with this toddler-friendly entry into animal facts books for kids.
My First Book of Planets: All About the Solar System for Kids (My First Book of)
by Bruce BettsBlast off on an exploration of outer space with this colorful solar system book for kids 3-5Get little astronomers excited about the cosmos—from the bright and burning sun, to our own blue Earth, stormy Neptune, and every planet in between. With this incredible exploration of planets for preschool and kindergarten kids, curious learners will discover the ultimate solar system book, featuring amazing pictures and fascinating facts about what makes each planet so special, including its size, distance from the sun, what the surface is like, how many moons it has, and more!Go beyond other planet books for kids with:BIG, BEAUTIFUL IMAGES: Vibrant photos and illustrations will take kids deep into space—no telescope required.ASTRONOMY FOR KIDS: Learn all about the eight planets in our solar system, plus dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, Eris, Haumea, and Makemake.FUN SPACE FACTS: Did you know the bubbles in soda are the same gas that's on Venus? Out of this world facts will make this toddler space book a hit!Show kids the amazing universe that surrounds them with My First Book of Planets.
My First Book of Sharks: All About the Largest Fish in the Sea for Kids (My First Book of)
by Buzz BishopDive into the world of sharks with this underwater adventure for kids ages 3 to 5! From deep in the ocean to lakes and rivers, sharks live all around us. Help curious preschool and kindergarten kids explore beneath the surface as they learn all about sharks and what makes them such amazing creatures. This book is bursting with facts, photos, and vocabulary that bring sharks to life for little ones!Awesome images—Kids will meet sharks of all shapes and sizes—like the giant great white shark and the longnose sawshark.It's a shark's life—Discover where to find different kinds of sharks, what they eat, and how they use their powerful bodies.Shocking shark facts—Did you know that sharks can grow 30,000 teeth in their lifetime? Or that sharks existed before the dinosaurs?Pick up this shark book for kids today and get them excited about one of the most incredible ocean animals.
My First Japanese Kanji Book: Learning Kanji the fun and easy way!
by Eriko Sato Anna Sato<P> My First Japanese Kanji Book is an inventive and unique introduction to kanji for children. Written by the mother-daughter team of Eriko and Anna Sato, this lovely book introduces 109 kanji characters to children with poems and illustrations. It includes all the Japanese Government specified first grade level kanji characters and a sprinkling of simple second to sixth grade characters. <P>The kanji are introduced in the context of 36 colorful paintings and poems by 14-year-old Anna Sato, herself a kanji learner. Each of the poems is presented in both Japanese and English, and all kanji are accompanied by furigana (small hiragana letters), stroke-order diagrams, sample vocabulary and boxes for writing practice. <P> A charming and educational volume, My First Japanese Kanji Book can be used as a self-study text, a supplementary material in Japanese language schools or a gift book for family or friends.
My First Kitty (Morgan James Kids Ser.)
by Mandy WoodFrom the author and illustrator of the Mom’s Choice Award–winner My First Puppy—a delightful children’s book about the responsibilities of owning a cat.The My First Pets series is designed to help children understand that pets need to be cared for in special ways—every day. My First Kitty covers all the responsibilities and expectations of having a cat, from daily feeding to maintaining its litter box and more, all in a simple and direct way that young children can understand. Any parent can use this tool to help their child prepare to take care of their new kitten.
My First Nature Book: All About the Natural World for Kids (My First Book of)
by Kim AndrewsA fun introduction to nature for kids ages 3 to 5From the smallest speck of sand to the stars that blanket the sky, nature is full of incredible things to explore. Inspire little ones to learn about the world they live in with this colorful and imaginative choice in nature books for kids. It's packed with fascinating info and full-page photos that teach children about the weather, seasons, plants, animals, and more.Inside this book about nature for kids, they'll learn cool facts like:The Sun is actually a star, a hot ball of glowing gases! It is the closest star to the Earth, making it look much bigger than the other stars.There are more than 18,000 different types of birds in the world! All but about 60 of them can fly.Cold-blooded animals become hotter or colder based on the temperature outside. This includes fish; reptiles such as snakes, lizards, and turtles; and amphibians like frogs and salamanders.Get preschool and kindergarten kids excited to learn about nature with My First Nature Book.