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Ivy and Bean What's the Big Idea? (Ivy + Bean #7)
by Annie Barrows Sophie BlackallIn this seventh entry in the New York Times–bestselling series, two unlikely best friends get creative as they prepare for the Science Fair.It’s the Science Fair, and the second grade is all over it! Some kids are making man-eating robots. Some kids are holding their breath for a very, very long time. Some kids are doing interesting things with vacuum cleaners. The theme, obviously, is global warming. But what should Ivy and Bean do? Something involving explosions? Or ropes? Something with ice cubes? Or maybe . . . maybe something different.Praise for What’s the Big Idea?“This seventh episode about unlikely best friends Ivy and Bean may be the most ambitious and triumphant yet . . . . Barrows and Blackall know just how to expose situations that are familiar to second-graders—with empathy and a light touch.” —Shelf-Awareness
Ivy and the Goblins
by Katherine CovilleFor fans of Liesl Shurtliff and Jessica Day George comes a heartwarming story about a mysterious egg that hatches a very big, very LOUD creature and the brave little girl who must return the infant to its rightful home.The quiet town of Broomsweep has just started to adjust to the dragon, pixies, and gryphon who decided to call Ivy's cottage home when a farmer proposes an unusual trade. In exchange for curing his goat of a bellyache, the farmer will give Ivy and her grandmother a mysterious egg. When the egg hatches to reveal a baby goblin, the creature creates such mayhem, even Grandmother doesn't know what to do. It's up to Ivy and a few of her magical friends to brave a dark forest and find the goblin's family. There's just one problem: Goblins can't STAND humans! Will Ivy's daring misson succeed?
The Ivy Hero: The Brave Life of Sergeant William Shemin
by Sara Shemin Cass Dan BursteinThe Ivy Hero is the true story of Sergeant William (Bill) Shemin, child of immigrants, an American soldier who fought in World War I. Dedicated, fearless, and brave, he was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor posthumously in 2015 by President Barack Obama.Why The Ivy Hero? Sergeant Shemin fought with the U.S. Army&’s 4th Division, which is known as the &“Ivy&” Division because the Roman Numeral for 4 is composed of an I before a V—IV—so its nickname is &“IVY.&” The Ivy Division&’s motto, mirroring the way the ivy plant itself grows, is &“steadfast and loyal.&” After serving in World War I in the Ivy Division, Bill Shemin used the ivy plant as the logo for his tree and plant business. And &“steadfast and loyal&” was how he lived his life. He passed along his values of patriotism, education, close family ties, and hard work to three children and 14 grandchildren. Long after his service in the Army was over, Bill&’s daughter, Elsie Shemin-Roth, waged her own battle for many years to have the U.S. government award him the Medal of Honor that rightfully should have been awarded at the time of his service in World War I. The book also features Henry Johnson, an African American soldier who, like Bill, fought bravely and heroically in World War I—not far away from the battlefields where Bill fought in France in 1918. Like Bill, Henry Johnson&’s bravery in saving his fellow soldiers&’ lives went unrecognized with a Medal of Honor in his lifetime, even though his actions certainly called for one. William Shemin was discriminated against because he was a Jewish American, and there was a pronounced mood of anti-Semitism in the United States in 1918. Henry Johnson was discriminated against because he was African American at a time when African Americans were severely discriminated against in the U.S. Army and throughout American life. Both Bill Shemin and Henry Johnson were awarded posthumous Medals of Honor by President Obama, due in no small measure to the efforts of their family members. Although much progress has been made, racial and religious discrimination have been with American society from the birth of our country to the present day. The struggle for equality and freedom continues, as people try to make the United States a &“more perfect union.&” The pain and suffering of war and discrimination run through this story, but it has a hopeful ending. And much can be learned from the lives and experiences of these heroes!
Izzy at the End of the World
by K.A. ReynoldsThe Last Kids on Earth meets Margaret Peterson Haddix in this middle grade adventure about fourteen-year-old Izzy, an autistic girl surviving the end of the world who must team up with her loveable dog to uncover the hidden truth behind her family and the rest of humanity’s disappearance. Ever since Izzy Wilder’s mom died, she’s wanted life to feel normal. She plays video games with her little sister, helps her grandparents around the house, and takes care of her best dog, Akka. But losing her mom is far from normal, and for Izzy, who is autistic, it feels like the end of the world.When mysterious lights flash across the mountains outside Izzy’s house one night, and suddenly everyone except her and Akka seem to have disappeared in an instant, Izzy is more alone than ever. But Izzy is a fighter and she won’t lose anyone else in her family, even if it means battling terrifying gray, ugly monsters and decoding cryptic messages that seem a lot like her mom talking to her from beyond the grave.In the face of disaster, Izzy and Akka embark on an epic adventure filled with nail-biting suspense, unexpected allies, and life’s greatest mysteries as they uncover the true endurance of the human spirit and save the world.
Izzy Barr, Running Star (Franklin School Friends)
by Claudia MillsIzzy Barr is the star athlete of the third grade: she hits homeruns on her softball team and is one of the fastest runners in her class. But at home, her half-brother, Dustin, seems to be her father's favorite athlete―why else would her dad go to all of his games and miss so many of hers? Izzy pretends that she doesn't care, but as she, her friends Annika Riz and Kelsey Green, and the rest of their class are gearing up for class field day, she can't help but hope her dad will be there to cheer her on in the big race against her rival, Skipper Tipton. Dad doesn't make it to field day, but when he realizes how important it is to Izzy, he and all of her friends and family are there to watch her participate in the citywide 10K run. <P><P>Lexile Measure: 810L
Izzy Impala's Imaginary Illnesses (Animal Antics A to Z)
by Barbara deRubertisIzzy is itching to see her grandpa, Doctor Impala, but he doesn't like to be interrupted. Is an imaginary illness the only way to see Doc?
Izzy Kline Has Butterflies
by Beth AinSo many moments—big and small—make up a year, and Beth Ain chronicles them all in this heartwarming novel in verse, perfect for fans of Fish in a Tree and verse novels like Brown Girl Dreaming and The Crossover. Fourth grade is here, and Izzy Kline is nervous! There are plenty of reasons for the butterflies in her stomach to flap their wings. There’s a new girl in her class who might be a new best friend. The whole grade is performing Free to Be . . . You and Me—and Izzy really wants a starring role. And new changes at home are making Izzy feel like her family is falling apart. First-day jitters, new friends, an audition . . . How many butterfly problems can one fourth grader take?
Izzy Newton and the S.M.A.R.T. Squad: Absolute Hero (Book 1)
by Valerie TrippWhen middle school mishaps happen, five friends form the S.M.A.R.T. Squad and use their collective skills and the power of science to bring order to their school.Science reigns supreme with this squad of young brainiacs. Join Izzy Newton and her friends in the first adventure of this fun new middle-grade fiction series from National Geographic Kids. A crowded new school and a crazy class schedule is enough to make Izzy feel dizzy. It may be the first day of middle school, but as long as her best friends Allie Einstein and Charlie Darwin are by her side, Izzy knows it'll all be okay. However, first-day jitters take an icy turn when Izzy's old pal Marie Curie comes back to town. Instead of a warm welcome, Marie gives her former pal the cold shoulder. The problems pile up when the school's air-conditioning goes on the fritz and the temperature suddenly drops to near freezing. The adults don't seem to have a clue how to thaw out the school. Cold temperatures and a frigid friendship? Izzy has had enough of feeling like an absolute zero. She rallies the girls to use their brainpower and science smarts to tackle the school's chilly mystery ... and hopefully to fix a certain frozen friendship along the way. Will the girls succeed and become the heroes of Atom Middle School?
J.D. and the Family Business (J.D. the Kid Barber #2)
by J. DillardEight-year-old kid barber J.D. joins forces with his sister, who has beauty shop dreams, in this hilarious illustrated chapter book series.J.D. is a barber battle champion. He's graduated from home haircuts to having a regular chair at the neighborhood shop, Hart and Son, and he's making enough money to keep his candy jar stocked and his comic book collection growing. And yet, J.D. knows it's time for his next challenge. He doesn't just want to be the best barber in Meridian, Mississippi—he wants to be the best barber in the state . . . and maybe the country! When his older sister, Vanessa, starts to gain a following online for her hair tutorials, the kids decide that to truly level up, they must join forces. How do two siblings with big personalities, big ambitions, and competitive spirits work together (or not) to take over the hair world?Check out the other chapter books in the J.D. the Kid Barber series:J.D. and the Great Barber BattleJ.D. and the Hair Show Showdown
J.D. and the Great Barber Battle (J.D. the Kid Barber #1)
by J. DillardEight-year-old J.D. turns a tragic home haircut into a thriving barber business in this hilarious new illustrated chapter book seriesJ.D. has a big problem--it's the night before the start of third grade and his mom has just given him his first and worst home haircut. When the steady stream of insults from the entire student body of Douglass Elementary becomes too much for J.D., he takes matters into his own hands and discovers that, unlike his mom, he's a genius with the clippers. His work makes him the talk of the town and brings him enough hair business to open a barbershop from his bedroom. But when Henry Jr., the owner of the only official local barbershop, realizes he's losing clients to J.D., he tries to shut him down for good. How do you find out who's the best barber in all of Meridian, Mississippi? With a GREAT BARBER BATTLE!From the hilarious and creative mind of J. Dillard, an entrepreneur, public speaker, and personal barber, comes a new chapter book series with characters that are easy to fall for and nearly impossible to forget. Akeem S. Roberts' lively illustrations make this series a must-buy for reluctant readers.
J.D. and the Hair Show Showdown (J.D. the Kid Barber #3)
by J. DillardEight-year-old kid barber J.D. takes his talent to an Atlanta hair show in this illustrated chapter-book series.At only eight years old, J.D. the Kid Barber has already won a barber battle and appeared on local TV. Now he&’s the youngest barber to be invited to the Beauty Brothers Hair Expo in Atlanta! J.D. gets the VIP treatment—he takes his first flight, rides in a limo for the first time, and gets gifts from the show&’s sponsors. At the show, there are hair classes to take, product samples to try, and some of J.D.&’s favorite hair influencers to meet. And, of course, there&’s his own demo alongside kid hairstylist, Isabel Is Incredible. But what J.D. is most excited about is snapping a pic with eleven-year-old rap sensation Li&’l Eazy Breezy, which is harder than it sounds! The world of hair and beauty is so much bigger than J.D. could&’ve imagined, and he&’s ready to step up his game. Check out the other chapter books in the J.D. the Kid Barber series:J.D. and the Great Barber Battle J.D. and the Family Business
J.D. y el negocio familiar (J.D. el niño barbero #2)
by J. DillardJ.D. —el niño barbero de ocho años— une fuerzas con su hermana, que sueña con un salón de belleza en esta divertidísima serie de libros. J.D. tiene ocho años y es el campeón de una batalla de barberos. Ya dejó de cortar pelo en su casa y ahora tiene una silla en la barbería del vecindario, Hart and Son, donde corta pelo regularmente. Está ganando suficiente dinero para mantener surtido su frasco de caramelos y para que siga creciendo su colección de cómics. Sin embargo, J.D. sabe que es momento para su próximo reto. Él no quiere ser solamente el mejor barbero en Meridian, Mississippi, quiere ser el mejor barbero del estado... ¡y quizás hasta del país! Cuando su hermana mayor, Vanessa, comienza a ganar seguidores en el Internet para sus tutoriales de pelo, los hermanos deciden unir fuerzas para realmente llegar al siguiente nivel. ¿Cómo pueden dos hermanos con grandes personalidades, grandes ambiciones y espíritus competitivos trabajar juntos (o no) para tomar las riendas en el mundo del pelo? Explora los otros libros en la serie J.D. el niño barbero J.D. y la gran batalla de barberos
J.D. y la gran batalla de barberos (J.D. el niño barbero #1)
by J. DillardJ.D. tiene ocho años y convierte un trágico corte de pelo casero en un próspero negocio de barbería en esta nueva y divertida serie de libros ilustrados.J.D. tiene un gran problema: es la noche antes del comienzo del tercer grado y su mamá acaba de hacerle su primer y peor corte de pelo casero. Cuando los insultos constantes de todos los estudiantes de la Escuela Primaria Douglass se vuelven insoportables, J.D. toma el asunto en sus propias manos y descubre que, a diferencia de su mamá, él es un genio con la máquina recortadora. Su trabajo lo convierte en la comidilla de la ciudad y le trae suficiente negocio como para abrir una barbería desde su cuarto. Pero cuando Henry Jr., el dueño de la única barbería local oficial, se da cuenta de que está perdiendo clientes por culpa de J.D., trata de cerrar las puertas del novato para siempre. J.D. decide que solo hay una manera de comprobar quién es el mejor barbero en todo Meridian, Mississippi: ¡Que la gente decida en una GRAN BATALLA DE BARBEROS!
J.R. Silver Writes Her World
by Melissa DassoriJ.R.&’s struggles to navigate the torments of middle school and her secret power to write wishes into existence in this magical story about finding your voice, perfect for fans of From The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. Sixth grade is off to a difficult start for Josephine Rose Silver. Her best friend, Violet, returns from camp with a new best friend; her parents refuse to grant her more independence; and her homeroom teacher, Ms. Kline, is full of secrets. When Ms. Kline unveils a collection of old Gothamite magazines and tells her students to build their writing skills by crafting short stories inspired by the iconic covers, J.R. discovers a peculiar power: The stories she writes come true. Soon J.R. is getting a cell phone, scoring game-winning goals, and triggering school cancellations. But it's not long before she realizes that each new story creates as many conflicts as it does solutions. And when J.R. tries to write about her fallout with Violet, all of her problems converge. With a pinch of magic, mystery, art history, and language arts woven into a journey of growth and self-confidence, this promising debut is a heartfelt and satisfying tribute to the power of words.
J. T.
by Jane Wagner Gordon ParksTo the guys on the block, J. T. is the kid who stole the radio out of the red convertible before they could get to it. His neighbor, Mrs. Morris, declares him a first-class nuisance. His mother is bewildered -- "He's just gone bad, that's all. . . . Stealin' and lyin' and I don't know what all. " But all the sensitivity, responsibility, and care of which ten-year-old J. T. Gamble is capable emerges when he finds an old, one-eyed, badly hurt alley cat. J. T. takes on a new dimension as he lavishes all the love he is unable to express to people around him on the battered cat he has found in the junk-filled empty lot.
Jabberwocky: A Nonsense Coloring Book (Visions In Poetry Ser. #1)
by Lewis CarrollGet lost in this magical world full of beasts -- both familiar and fantastical -- with your children while reading and re-reading Jabberwocky year after year.'Twas brillig, and the slithy toves did gyre and gimble in the wabe; All mimsy were the borogoves, and the mom raths outgrabe.Lewis Carroll's most iconic seemingly nonsensical poem is brought to life like never before with award-winning illustrator Charles Santore's stunning renditions of a brave warrior who is on a mission to slay the dastardly Jabberwock. Get lost in this magical world full of beasts (both familiar and fantastical) with your children while reading and re-reading Jabberwocky year after year.
Jack (The Puppy Place #17)
by Ellen MilesJack is a boxer that loves to chew. Can Lizzie find him a forever home before he destroys the house? Aunt Amanda knows that Lizzie can't turn down the chance to foster a new puppy, so she brings over a boxer with an interesting problem. Jack loves to chew up everything in sight! Lizzie is very patient with Jack-- until he eats her favorite book. But when Lizzie gets in touch with the book's author, a dog fan, she feels better. Will Lizzie find the right owner for this special pup before her house is destroyed?
Jack: The True Story of Jack and the Beanstalk
by Liesl ShurtliffFairy tale fans will give a GIANT cheer for this funny retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk from the New York Times Bestselling author of Rump and Red!All his life, Jack has longed for an adventure, so when giants turn up in the neighbor's cabbage patch, he is thrilled! Soon Jack is chasing them to a land beyond the clouds, with his little sister, Annabella, in tow. The kingdom of giants is full of super-sized fun: puddings to swim in, spoons to use as catapults, monster toads to carry off pesky little sisters. . . . But Jack and Annabella are on a mission. The king of the giants has taken something that belongs to them, and they’ll do anything—even dive into a smelly tureen of green bean soup—to get it back.“Liesl Shurtliff has the uncanny ability to make magical worlds feel utterly real, and the best part is: you don’t even need a beanstalk to visit them.” —Tim Federle, author of Better Nate than Ever"A delightful story of family, perseverance, and courage." —BooklistFrom the Hardcover edition.
Jack And The Geniuses: At The Bottom Of The World (Jack And The Geniuses )
by Bill Nye Nicholas IluzadaNew York Times bestselling authors Bill Nye the Science Guy and Gregory Mone take middle-grade readers on a scientific adventure in the launch of an exciting new chapter book series, Jack and the Geniuses.
Jack and Jill: A Village Story (The Louisa May Alcott Hidden Gems Collection)
by Louisa May AlcottIn this reimagining of the classic nursery rhyme, best friends Jack and Jill recover from a sledding accident surrounded by family and friends in this inspiring story from Louisa May Alcott, author of Little Women!Jack Minot and Janey Pecq are next-door neighbors and best friends so frequently seen together that Janey earns the nickname Jill after the rhyme &“Jack and Jill.&” Unfortunately, the sweet moniker proves prophetic when a wintry day spent sledding ends in a terrible fall that leaves both young people seriously injured. While Jack&’s head wound leaves him fragile for a few weeks, Jill&’s damaged back keeps her bedridden for months and with limited mobility afterward. Their mothers and friends do their best to make time pass more quickly with songs, elaborately costumed tableaus, and frequent visits. Even as petty jealousy, dreams deferred, and growing pains challenge the friend group, Jack and Jill ultimately grow stronger and closer together in this charming coming-of-age tale.
Jack and Jill Treasury
by Davis DoiThe best from the pages of the Jack and Jill family of magazines--Jack and Jill, Humpty Dumpty and Turtle--featuring stories, poems, crafts, and recipes, all celebrating the spring season.
Jack and Santa (A Jack Book #7)
by Mac BarnettFrom New York Times bestselling author Mac Barnett and Geisel Award-winning illustrator Greg Pizzoli, an uproarious early reader series about a mischievous rabbit, a cranky old lady, and a lovable dog.When Jack finds himself on the naughty list, he worries that Santa will bring him coal. But Jack wants presents--lots of them. Will Jack be able to prove to Santa that he's not so bad after all?Welcome to the laugh-out-loud and irreverent world of Jack, a new early reader series by the New York Times bestselling and award-winning team of Mac Barnett and Greg Pizzoli.
Jack and the Giant Barbecue
by Eric KimmelJack's late daddy once made the best barbecue in West Texas, until a giant stole his recipe book. Jack is determined to find that greedy old giant and get those recipes back! With a little bit of strength, the help of an unlikely jukebox, and a whole lot of luck, Jack outwits the giant and opens his own barbecue shack. John Manders' hilarious gouache paintings, bring Eric Kimmel's version of Jack and the Beanstalk to uproarious life.
Jack at Bat (A Jack Book #3)
by Mac BarnettFrom New York Times bestselling author Mac Barnett and Geisel Award-winning illustrator Greg Pizzoli, an uproarious early reader series about a mischievous rabbit, a cranky old lady, and a lovable dog.The Lady and Rex have a baseball game against the Big City Brats. Jack is not allowed to swing the bat, so he is told to be the Bat Boy. That is, until the Lady Town Ladies and the Big City Brats are tied. It's up to Jack to hit a home run, but on the way to home plate he spots some snacks . . . Welcome to the laugh-out-loud and irreverent world of Jack, a new early reader series by the New York Times bestselling and award-winning team of Mac Barnett and Greg Pizzoli.