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Smurfs: The Scariest Smurf (Smurfs)
by PeyoJoin the Smurfs for a spooky Halloween adventure! Halloween is Scaredy Smurf's least favorite day of the year, and this year, it's extra scary with a monster on the loose. The Scariest Smurf comes with special Halloween stickers and a fold-out removable poster, and is a great Halloween gift for fans of the animated Nickelodeon show!It's Halloween and while most Smurfs are excited for treats and the costume party, Scaredy is extra anxious. There are so many things to be afraid of, like zombies, ghosts, and skeletons. Throw Papa Smurf's potion into the mix, and there's a real monster on the loose! How will Scaredy get through the night?
Snaggle Doodles
by Patricia Reilly GiffApril is invention month. "We're going to make our own inventions," says Ms. Rooney, "and work together in groups."Though Emily Arrow knows it's important for each group to think, listen, and share, she still wishes she were the leader of her invention group. Linda Lorca, the bossy leader, can't get anyone to cooperate. "Snaggle doodles," Emily says. If the group doesn't come up with an idea soon, they'll be the worst group in the class.Meanwhile, Emily is also busy thinking of a wedding present for Ms. Vincent, the student teacher. The wedding is only a few days away. Emily has a lot to do. Can she and her group learn to work together in time?From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Snail and the Whale
by Julia DonaldsonWhen a tiny snail meets a humpback whale the two travel together to far-off lands. It's a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before. But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be able to save her new friend? From the popular creators of Room on the Broom comes this touching tale of adventure and friendship. With vibrant illustrations and rhymes that are both playful and lyrical, here is a story that reminds us that even the smallest creatures can help others in a big way.
Snail and Worm All Day: Three Stories About Two Friends (Snail and Worm)
by Tina Kügler"All day, every day, is a good time for reading about Snail and Worm. Run (faster than Snail ever could) to get a copy of this winning early reader." —Kirkus (starred review)Snail and Worm go on three silly adventures in this early reader chock full of heartfelt humor and irresistible illustrations. By Geisel Honor winner Tina Kügler.Snail and Worm are back at it and sure to have readers giggling from dawn ’til dusk (wait—do snails and worms sleep?) in Snail and Worm All Day, complete with heartfelt humor and Tina Kügler’s irresistible illustrations.Brimming with laugh-out-loud jokes, these three new stories are sweet celebrations of cooperation and discovery.
Snail Mail No More
by Paula Danziger Ann M. MartinSequel to PS Longer Letter Later, Elizabeth and Tara are still totally different. But they continue to correspond regularly through email now.
Snail & Worm: Three Stories About Two Friends
by Tina KüglerThe first book in the Geisel Honor–winning series featuring an unlikely pair of friends &“delivers a steady stream of laughs&” for young readers (Publishers Weekly). Told in three comical, episodic shorts and ranging in topic from adventuring to having pets, Snail and Worm will have readers laughing at the friends&’ silly antics, making it a perfect book for readers transitioning between picture books and chapter books. This beloved duo returns in Snail and Worm Again, Tina Kügler&’s Geisel Honor–winning companion to Snail and Worm, and complete their hat trick (wait, do worms wear hats?) in Snail and Worm All Day.
Snail & Worm Again: Three Stories About Two Friends (Snail and Worm Ser.)
by Tina KüglerA trio of &“cheerfully screwy stories . . . delivers a steady stream of laughs&” in this Geisel Honor Winner from the author of the Fox Tails books (Publishers Weekly). In this silly sequel to Snail and Worm, the dynamic duo are back for more fun and giggles in three new comic shorts brimming with quirky humor and unflappable friendship. At turns clever and sweet, these laugh-out-loud stories are perfect for readers coming out of their own shells and making the transition between picture books and chapter books. &“Themes of acceptance, self-love, and appreciation make this an excellent choice for early readers or a one-on-one storybook for older prereaders.&”—Booklist &“The friends&’ banter is light and humorous, and their foibles and misunderstandings will provoke laughter as surely as the expressive, multimedia cartoon illustrations will.&”—Kirkus Reviews
Snake-a-Phobia
by Ms. Grace NorwichWhat exactly are you not supposed to be afraid of?Fangs and venom sound a little scary, for sure, but Snake-a-phobia will teach you everything you need to know about snakes so you'll never be afraid of them again! Learn what the real name for the fear of snakes is (Ophidiophobia), along with tons of facts about where they live, what they eat, what tries to eat them, how to stay safe if you ever come face-to-face with one, and ways to battle your phobia! Full-color photographs and a fun design guide you as you explore the slithery world of snakes.
The Snake Fight (Battle Bugs #8)
by Jack PattonNever leave a bug behind -- Collect all the Battle Bugs books!Ancient warriors!The Battle Bugs have discovered a tunnel that leads directly from Reptile Island to Bug Island. Max must plug it before the Battle Bugs' defenses fall!The tunnels connecting the islands hold more than either side bargained for -- prehistoric creatures ready to battle! The fate of Bug Island rests on the sturdy shell of an ancient snail. Can one bug turn the tide of war?
The Snake River Challenge (Lucky Luke's Hunting Adventures)
by Kevin Lovegreen James Monroe Design Angela WiechmannJoin Lucky Luke and his family as they tackle the amazing Snake River in Idaho. Mom and Dad are excited to take Luke and his sister Crystal along on their annual fly-fishing trip. See all the excitement and the learning as Luke and Crystal experience their first fly fishing adventure. This story has it all, family fun, lessons learned, amazing scenery and the tremendous trout put on show.
Snakes (Penguin Young Readers, Level 3)
by Patricia Brennan DemuthAre there some snakes as long as school busses? Can some snakes swallow a whole pig in one bite? Find out more about snakes in this exciting book!
Snakes!
by Animal Planet Lori Stein James BuckleyAnimal Planet introduces information-packed nonfiction chapter books that are just right for pleasure reading and schoolwork. Slither along to an amazing adventure in Snakes!. Meet the biggest, the fastest, and the most venomous snakes--from massive anacondas and pythons to fierce and fanged vipers and cobras. Learn about snakes that climb trees and others that swim in ocean waters. Snakes! is the perfect overview for developing readers ready to explore this popular animal subject on their own. Special features include full-color photography throughout, "Meet the Scientist" sidebars, and "In Your Newsfeed" articles about amazing new discoveries.
Snakes
by Seymour SimonWhat animal can smell with its tongue, swallow an animal larger than its own head, and grow to be longer than a school bus? A snake! <P><P>Pound for pound, snakes are among the strongest of animals. <P><P> Most people fear snakes, but there are only a few that are dangerous to humans. <P><P> And if snakes were to disappear, the earth would be overrun with rats and rodents. <P><P>We all must learn to appreciate these awesome reptiles as a vital part of the global balance of nature.
Snakes! (Animal Planet Chapter Books #3)
by Lori SteinSNAKES! From rattlesnakes to pythons and the deadly boa constrictor, this accessible narrative is packed with full color photos and fascinating information about every kid's favorite subject. Snake profiles highlight facts and figures about snakes around the world, "Fact File" features go in depth on important animal biology features, and "In Your Newsfeed" teaches readers about breaking news in the field. Packed with information for thrill seekers and animal lovers alike, this is the perfect book for new readers who are ready to take a deeper dive into their favorite subject.
Snakes (Readers)
by Melissa StewartThey&’re SSSSLITHERY! SLIPPERY! They creep us out! But get to know them and you&’ll find snakes private, quiet types who just want a cool, shady place to call home. From the tip of their forked tongues, to skin that sheds, to the rattles on certain tails, these creatures have secrets all kids will love. Cool photos and fun facts slip us inside their surprising world.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
Snakes and Stones
by Lisa FowlerTwelve-year-old Chestnut Hill's daddy stole her and the triplets away from their mama. At least, that's how Chestnut remembers it.It's 1921, and after nearly two years on the road with his traveling elixir show, Daddy's still making no move to go back to Kentucky and buy Mama that house. So Chestnut is forced to come up with her own plan to get home. At night, when Daddy and the triplets are in bed, she draws up flyers with the name of the next town they'll be traveling to. Before they leave each town and hoping her mama will see them, she nails up the flyers, leaving Mama an easy trail straight to her children.When that doesn't work, Chestnut is forced to try something bigger. But when her newest plan lands Daddy in jail and Mama has to come to the rescue, Chestnut discovers that things are not always as they seem. Written with a wonderful mountain hillbilly voice, Snakes and Stones has a mystery at its heart and lovable, strong, and complicated characters.
Snakes Don't Miss Their Mothers
by M. E. KerrThe residents of Critters animal shelter are all looking for a homeThere are many creatures at Critters, an animal-rescue facility, who are waiting for a home. Irving, a twelve-year-old part–German shorthaired pointer, loves to watch the soaps and has been living at Critters so long he believes it is his home. Placido, on the other hand, has no problem finding new homes—but with his bad habits, the cat is always back within twenty-four hours. Goldie the Labrador retriever is new at the shelter, and he&’s homesick for his last owners. Marshall, the black-and-yellow king snake who never knew his mother, doesn&’t think he&’s lovable enough to be adopted. But eleven-year-old Walter Splinter doesn&’t agree: He wants Marshall to be his.Featuring an array of endearing talking animals, Snakes Don&’t Miss Their Mothers is a fun, heartfelt story for every young animal lover.This ebook features an illustrated personal history of M. E. Kerr including rare images from the author&’s collection.
Snakes Don't Miss Their Mothers
by M. E. KerrThe residents of Critters animal shelter are all looking for a homeThere are many creatures at Critters, an animal-rescue facility, who are waiting for a home. Irving, a twelve-year-old part–German shorthaired pointer, loves to watch the soaps and has been living at Critters so long he believes it is his home. Placido, on the other hand, has no problem finding new homes—but with his bad habits, the cat is always back within twenty-four hours. Goldie the Labrador retriever is new at the shelter, and he&’s homesick for his last owners. Marshall, the black-and-yellow king snake who never knew his mother, doesn&’t think he&’s lovable enough to be adopted. But eleven-year-old Walter Splinter doesn&’t agree: He wants Marshall to be his.Featuring an array of endearing talking animals, Snakes Don&’t Miss Their Mothers is a fun, heartfelt story for every young animal lover.This ebook features an illustrated personal history of M. E. Kerr including rare images from the author&’s collection.
Snakes for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Venom, Scales, and Life in the Wild (Junior Scientists)
by Michael G. StarkeyCome face to face with mysterious snakes with the Junior Scientists series for kids ages 6 to 9Take an amazing journey into the wonderful world of snakes—fangs, rattles, scales, and all. Snakes for Kids is filled with fascinating facts and wild photographs that will take you close up to serpents from around the globe! Dive into their habitats and life cycles and see how their relationships with other animals create balance in the food web and help keep ecosystems healthy.Start by learning more about some of your favorite snakes—from the King Cobra to the massive Anaconda. Discover how they move, what they eat, why they shed their skin, and plenty of other cool details. You'll also meet a few lesser-known snakes, like the strange family of blind snakes that tunnel underground. Learn everything there is to know about these mysterious reptiles and become an expert on our slithering friends.Snakes for Kids includes:So many snakes!—Check out all the interesting information on 45 different species.Age-appropriate—The reading level is perfect for kids ages 6 to 9.Colorful photos—Detailed pictures allow you to see what the snakes look like in the wild.If you've been searching for a great kids book about snakes, look no further—this one has it all.
Snap
by Ellie Rollinstwo girlsone life-changing adventure When Danya Quixote's family fortunes take a turn for the worse and her parents decide that they must sell her pet pony Sancho to make ends meet, Danya, well, snaps.<P><P> She and her free-spirited best friend Pia decide to whisk Sancho away to Florida, where Danya's estranged grandmother lives. Danya is convinced her grandmother is sitting on a nest egg that could save Sancho, and so the two embark upon an epic trip along the majestic Mississippi River. As Danya and Pia face crocodiles, Louisiana casinos, and a surprising instance of what looks like divine intervention, they learn about the true power of family, discovering that magic exists if you know where to look and that sometimes the real treasure we're seeking is with us all along.
Snap of the Super-Goop: A Branches Book (The Notebook of Doom #10)
by Troy CummingsThe latest book in this best-selling series is filled with eye-popping twists and turns!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!In this tenth book, Alexander keeps seeing monsters that the S.S.M.P. has ALREADY defeated! But his friends Rip and Nikki think he is going crazy. Could there be zombie monsters on the loose? Or is there a monster that can turn into ANYTHING? Alexander will have to protect the town -- and the notebook -- from Stermont's latest monster!
Snappsy the Alligator and His Best Friend Forever (Probably)
by Julie FalatkoSnappsy (begrudgingly!) returns in this clever and hilarious follow-up to the critically-acclaimed Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book). Snappsy the alligator wants nothing more than a quiet evening to himself, but a pesky chicken who insists he's Snappsy's best friend won't leave him alone. Friendship bracelets? Matching shirts? The sleepover of the century? Snappsy did not ask for any of the activities the chicken—his best friend forever?—is planning. This pitch-perfect sequel to Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book) explores all the ways we get friendship wrong (and why it feels so magical when we get it right!).
Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book)
by Julie FalatkoSnappsy the alligator is having a normal day when a pesky narrator steps in to spice up the story. Is Snappsy reading a book ... or is he making CRAFTY plans? Is Snappsy on his way to the grocery store ... or is he PROWLING the forest for defenseless birds and fuzzy bunnies? Is Snappsy innocently shopping for a party ... or is he OBSESSED with snack foods that start with the letter P? What's the truth? Snappsy the Alligator (Did Not Ask to Be in This Book) is an irreverent look at storytelling, friendship, and creative differences, perfect for fans of Mo Willems.
Snared: Lair Of The Beast (Wily Snare #2)
by Adam Jay EpsteinIn this rip-roaring dungeon adventure, genius inventor Wily Snare must journey into a dangerous underground maze to find a mythical beast. Thanks to a crew of misfit treasure-seekers, Wily Snare has assumed his rightful place as King of Panthasos. Wily knows how to be a great trapsmith—devising and building various contraptions to keep plunderers at bay—but he has no idea how to be a good king.And he hasn’t escaped his past. Stalag, mage who once kept him locked away, is amassing an army of stone soldiers to seize the kingdom. Wily’s only hope is to tame a lair beast, a giant creature that’s the only chance against the evil wizard’s army. But first, Wily and his friends will need to survive the journey to the strange and deadly “Below” where the lair beast dwells.Snared: Lair of the Beast is the second book in a fantasy adventure series from bestselling author Adam Jay Epstein.An Imprint Book "This action-packed, fast-paced read is funny, heartfelt, and filled with adventure." —School Library Journal: Xpress ReviewsPraise for Snared: Escape to the Above "Afast-paced, refreshingly creative adventure that will thrill readers from the very first page.” —Shannon Messenger, New York Times bestselling author of the Keeper of the Lost Cities series and the Sky Fall series“Fabulous characters and a unique mythology combine to create something really wonderful. Snared will ensnare you.” —Michael Scott, New York Times bestselling author of The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series.
Snared: Voyage on the Eversteel Sea (Wily Snare #3)
by Adam Jay EpsteinWily Snare sets sail on the high seas in the third and final installment of the middle grade fantasy adventure series from Adam Jay Epstein, Snared: Voyage on the Eversteel SeaWily’s enemies are after his throne.The man who kept him captive for much of his childhood, the evil mage Stalag, is still at large, and Wily knows the kingdom will never be safe as long as he’s a threat. Meanwhile, Wily’s father, the Infernal King, has escaped prison and he’s looking to retake power.When Wily learns the villains are traveling to the fabled Eversteel Forge to build a mechanical army, it’s up to him and his companions to journey across the sea and stop their enemies.On the way, they face piracy, betrayal, sea monster attacks, and the dangers of a mysterious desert island. But the greatest challenge is to Wily’s loyalties—and if he can forgive a father he no longer trusts.An Imprint Book Praise for Snared: Lair of the Beast: "This action-packed, fast-paced read is funny, heartfelt, and filled with adventure." —School Library Journal: Xpress ReviewsPraise for Snared: Escape to the Above: “A heartfelt tale filled with whimsy, wonder, and magic...truly satisfying.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)