"It's Bear's birthday and he can't wait to spend it with his best friend, Pierre. But there's a problem... Where is Pierre? Featuring one missing penguin and a whole lot of silliness, this irresistible rhyming picture book is packed with search-and-find fun! Can you help Bear find Pierre in time for the big birthday party?"--Book jacket flap.
"After eating a glowing green egg, aspiring journalist Florence Fortescue can suddenly see that her house is overrun with ghost chickens in this delightfully bizarre and hilarious first book of a new early middle-grade series for readers aged 8 to 12! Eleven-year-old aspiring journalist Florence Fortescue did NOT want to move to the country, leaving her best friend and city life behind. To make matters worse, Florence is shocked to discover a Minions-esque flock of ghost chickens running amok all over her new house -- and her parents are oblivious! Clearly, Mom and Dad need to take their precious daughter back to the city RIGHT NOW. If only she could convince them . . . Using her journalistic skills, Florence cooks up a sizzling exposé in her homemade newspaper: TERROR IN THE HAUNTED COOP! But when that plan fails, Florence has to enlist the help of her weird new neighbor, two bizarre dogs and maybe even the ghost chickens themselves!"-- Provided by publisher.
Something strange is happening in New Boston, Michigan. When twelve-year-old Adalyn spots a terrifying baby staring through her kitchen window in the middle of the night, nobody believes her. But soon, Adalyn, her brother Aiden, and their friend Stacy uncover a horrifying connection to a newly opened factory called Nightmare Babies, Inc. What starts as a simple investigation quickly turns into a nightmare as creepy dolls with glowing red eyes begin appearing all over town. Some people think they're just toys. They're wrong. Dead wrong. As the friends dig deeper, they discover a horrifying truth. Now they must stop an army of living nightmare babies before the evil spreads beyond their town. But, as Adalyn, Aiden, and Stacy are about to find out, some nightmares don't stay buried.
Erin Hunter's #1 bestselling Warriors series continues with the fourth book in the Changing skies arc. How long can the Clans endure life without StarClan's guidance? Moonpaw, Morningkit and Goldenpaw have made their choice, and there's no going back. But while Morningkit is happy to be free of the cats who judged her, Goldenpaw struggles with his decision. Racked with guilt, Moonpaw is torn between pleasing her mate and placating the sister who refuses to leave her side. Meanwhile, Tawnypelt has finally convinced the Clans to agree to look for a new connection to StarClan. Leading a team of cats to SkyClan's old gorge, she hopes that the Whispering Cave will offer guidance. But as the quest begins to wear on the cats, she worries that the gorge may not hold the answers they seek and that their connection with their ancestors may be gone forever. Punished for speaking out at the last gathering, Starlingpaw fears that he is the only cat in SkyClan who understands what the prophecies mean for them. With the support of his mother and a few Clanmates, he seeks out a larger role in the Clan, hoping to influence Hawkwing and Leafstar. But will he be able to alter SkyClan's course before the cat from the prophecies appears?
A colors adventure you WON'T want to miss from Mo Willems Workshop. The Pigeon won't pick a color, and here's why: Red is red-iculously perfect. Orange is so orange-inal. Yellow is bright on point. Blue is blue-tifully right. Do YOU think The Pigeon will pick a color? From Mo Willems Workshop comes this funny and engaging early-learning concept board book all about color, with touch-and-trace features throughout. The Pigeon WON'T Pick a Color! is part of a collection of original board books featuring The Pigeon, ideal for babies, toddlers, and fans of the picture book series.
The basement is strictly off limits to Margaret and Casey Brewer. Their scientist dad is running a secret experiment with plants and doesn't want them upsetting the delicate ecosystem he's created. But Margaret and Casey decide a quick peek won't hurt anyone. Their dad has been behaving very strangely and they have to know what's going on down there. The truth they find is way stranger than fiction - these plants just might have minds of their own!
Travel through time and around the globe to discover spellbinding tales of fantastic folklore, magical chance encounters, and mythical beings. Featuring immersive storytelling plus captivating illustrations from Camelia Pham, this book covers everything from the origin of the word "fairy" to the modern tales and superstitions that still exist today. Meet magical creatures and hear their stories, from the powerful Diwata Maria Makiling to the famed healer and sorceress Morgan le Fay. This book delves into the way magic has been seen and thought of throughout history, both good and bad. All cultures, stories, and beliefs are approached sensitively and appropriately for the age group. With magic, history, and a whole lot of fairy dust at your fingertips, this book will leave readers totally dazzled.
"Felix knows Tom Nancy is a bit of a troublemaker, but when the mischievous sheep proposes they trade places with a brain swapping machine, he agrees anyway. After all, who wouldn't want to know what it's like to be a sheep? Felix is thrilled to spend some time sleeping in and frolicking in the fields, and Tom Nancy is excited to enjoy all the perks of being a boy, including wrestling, climbing trees and eating sandwiches. No need to worry! They can always switch back later . . . or can they? This dark and hilarious trickster tale delivers some just des(s)erts and will have readers of all ages laughing out loud. With a turn of events that will shake up even the most seasoned readers' expectations, the irresistible Tom Nancy is sure to become a new favorite character among Mac's legions of fans and newcomers alike."-- Provided by publisher.
Treetopolis is having a secret gift swap for Moonfest, a holiday celebrating the longest night of the year, and Eva wants the best gift ever for her friend George.
When eleven-year-old Griff, a kid with innumerable allergies, meets an axolotl at a pet shop, he learns that he is destined to save the world from its evil animal overlords: pets.
Darkpaw is no ordinary kittypet. Raised in the Twolegplace by his mother, he eagerly awaits the return of his father, Onewhisker, a WindClan cat who promised to raise him as a warrior. But as the seasons pass with no sign of Onewhisker, Darkpaw begins to doubt that his father ever planned to come back for him. Chafing against the boredom of kittypet life, Darkpaw's hurt transforms into deep anger--at his father, at his Twolegs, and at the other kittypets who don't treat him like the warrior he's destined to become. When tragedy strikes, a hardened Darktail makes it his mission to hunt down the one cat responsible for all his misfortunes. As a rogue, Darktail learns to use his influence--and strength--to recruit other cats in his pursuit of Onewhisker. But as his hunt intensifies, as well as the violence required to maintain his following, Darktail transforms into a villain who will haunt the Clans for seasons to come--and is forced to pay the ultimate price.
"Hilo and the gang celebrate the holidays and try to figure out why a giant snowman is stealing all the trees"-- Provided by publisher.
"Can the boys make peace before the new boy gets revenge? Terry, Gary, and Larry can't wait for their camping trip on the island close to their home. When a strange boy yells threats at them, the boys try to ignore him. They have never met this boy before. How could they have done him wrong? But the stranger continues to harass them, and Terry, Gary, and Larry cannot ignore him. Does he really mean to harm them? Surely the frightening noises outside the tent in the dead of night are not part of his plan? Terry, Gary, and Larry are sure there is no hope of making peace with this mean boy. They aren't even sure they are going to survive the night"--Page [4] of cover.
As Tiny's hopes for finding the perfect Christmas tree for his star grow dim, his friends rally behind him to help his light find a special place.
"Two kids stranded in the wilderness must get over their annoyance with each other to overcome the roaring rapids and ferocious predators they face"-- Provided by publisher.
"This is the story of one incredible library book and all the children who have borrowed it."-- Page 4 of cover
Examines the early years of the second Trump administration through the experiences of federal employees whose work brought them into conflict with the Department of Government Efficiency. Lewis profiles public servants responsible for such tasks as protecting sensitive tax information, enforcing government rules, reducing wildfire risks, and supporting medical research, exploring their work, their encounters with efforts to restructure the federal government, and the broader role of career civil servants in American government.
It's the fishing trip of a lifetime. Join Lucky Luke and Dad as they tackle the waters of Canada in search of monster northern pike. This adventure takes an unexpected turn when they find out there are other monsters lurking in the lake.
"This is NOT a Christmas book. Just so you know. Just so we're clear. This is a book about rocks. But . . . wait. Hold on. Why is there an elf behind that piece of granite over there? And what are those reindeer doing? And who's this guy with a twinkle in his eye? Santa?! Maybe this isn't a book about rocks after all. Will a very serious, rock-loving lizard be able to find his holiday spirit?"-- Provided by publisher.
"Join friends Sarah, Hector, Ziah, and Olivia as they team up to face the most notorious mobs in Minecraft on a quest for the mythical Elytra!"--Provided by publisher.
Snake and Bat discover a box that is full of surprises. Bat plans so that Snake does not have to. Snake goes to bat when Bat makes mis-snakes. Best Friends Snake and Bat love being themselves with each other. In What Will We Find in This Box? Snake and Bat find a box. The box is exciting! The box is instructive. The box can be a toy. The box is also . . . not theirs! How can a box be one thing and so many things at the same time? Read and find out!
"An allegorical picture book about the very real dangers of book banning."--Provided by publisher.
The crayons get ready for school in the morning demonstrating the many ways to start the day. The Crayons have to get up to go to school! But while some Crayons like to wake up early, others like to laze around in bed. Some take their time getting dressed, and other rush around, forgetting something very important!
"Private investigator Margo Angelhart has recently rejoined her family's PI business, but she never forgot the reason she walked away. Three and a half years ago, her father, Dr. Cooper Angelhart, pled guilty to killing his colleague. While she never believed he was guilty, her mother, Ava, refused to help investigate and wouldn't explain why. When a nurse who once worked with Cooper reaches out, Margo leaps at what could be a potential lead... only to stumble across the nurse's grisly murder. Then, Cooper is mysteriously transferred to a penitentiary out of state in the middle of the night, and Ava finally discloses why her husband confessed to a murder he didn't commit. Now the entire Angelhart family must fight to clear Cooper's name. But every step they take drags them deeper into a deadly conspiracy... and into the crosshairs of some very powerful people with fortunes on the line. They've killed to keep their secrets before. And this time, the target is an Angelhart."-- Provided by publisher.