"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.

"IS IT POSSIBLE... That there exists an ancient mystery that lies behind the events of the modern world? An ancient object created over 2000 years ago and yet is altering the course of world history? The secret behind the events of our age, the past, present, and the future? Could it lie behind the greatest calamities of the modern world . . . · The rise of Adolf Hitler and the Third Reich · World War I · The Holocaust · World War II · The spread of Marxism · The rise of the Soviet Union · Nuclear war · The near end of the world · What is yet to come, even a new world order · And much, much more . . . And where is it bringing the world? Who is the dark angel? And what are the unseen forces at work and moving behind the events of the modern world? In what may be his most stunning and monumental book yet, The Altar of Pergamon: The Mystery of the Dark Angel and the Future of the World, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Jonathan Cahn opens up the ancient mystery that has affected and is affecting everyone on earth . . . even you! For the first time in years, Cahn reveals the mystery through a story, the spellbinding account of Ariel Herzog, a skeptic known for dismantling the claims of the supernatural, but who receives a cryptic page of a secret book. The page opens up an ancient mystery. The mystery will lead Herzog and an unlikely ally, Lara Winter, to undertake a journey that will span the globe to unlock the mystery, page by page, revelation by revelation. The journey will take them from New York City to Istanbul, to Berlin, to Eastern Europe, to Moscow, New Mexico, Havana, Jerusalem, and beyond. In each place, they will encounter a mysterious agent connected to the mystery holding the keys to unlock the next secret and piece of the puzzle. But they are not alone. They will find themselves watched, tracked, and pursued by the members of a dark organization who have guarded the mystery from ancient times. And those who draw too close to unlocking its secret do so at the risk or cost of their lives. The Altar of Pergamon will reveal the Visitor, the Man in the Bazaar, the Dark Kingdom, the Monster's Birth, the Guardians of the Throne, the Wizard, the Hall of Mirrors, the Stranger on the Train, the Dark Priesthood, the Ancient Matrix, the Black Gate, the Winged Creature, the Unholy of Holies, the Lightning of the Gods, the Woman and the Beast, What Was and Is to Come, the End of All Things, and much, much more. It may sound like a thriller... a fantasy... something out of an Indiana Jones adventure... Lord of the Rings... or the DaVinci Code . . . But The Altar of Pergamon is different from all of these ... Because the mystery it reveals is not fiction It's real... It will change the way you see the world. It has already altered the course of world history... and maybe even your life. It is the mystery on which the future of the world hangs in the balance. And your future may depend on it. The Altar of Pergamon - The Mystery of the Dark Angel and the Future of the World - the book you can't afford not to read!"-- Provided by publisher.

"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.

"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.

"A companion to Spooky Lakes, a New York Times and Indiebound bestseller! Take the plunge into the strangest, spookiest, and most fascinating rivers around the world (if you dare) in this illustrated nonfiction book from New York Times bestselling author, TikTok star, and educator Geo Rutherford! "Amazingly quirky and educational." -Booklist starred review for Spooky Lakes Rivers are Earth's restless travelers-carving landscapes, shaping history, and holding secrets. Some are forces of destruction, sweeping away everything in their path, while others are lifelines, sustaining civilizations for millennia. And some are both, bringing prosperity and devastation in equal measure. From deadly whirlpools to lost cities submerged beneath their waves, these rivers challenge everything we think we know about the natural world. There are rivers that catch fire, rivers that boil, and rivers so deep they seem bottomless. Some slither beneath the ground you stand on, while others vanish without a trace. Who knew rivers could be so . . . spooky? From Geo Rutherford-the creator of the hit series Spooky Lake Month (over 79 million likes!)-comes this thrilling nonfiction book that follows the winding histories of 25 mysterious rivers around the world. Readers will explore natural phenomena, scientific oddities, historical events, and environmental disasters, as well as the myths and legends tied to these waterways, which are increasingly threatened by climate change. Backed by extensive research and packed with all-new content-including eerie and eye-popping gouache illustrations in full color-Spooky Rivers takes readers on an adventure through weird and wild waters. Includes river facts, author's note, glossary, bibliography, and index. "-- Provided by publisher.

A simple introduction to the brain's functions in the human body.

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!

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.

"Katie Kim may be a newcomer to Camp Half-Blood, but even she knows they weren't supposed to be running through the Wild Zone--the forest is off-limits to campers and staff. Why, then, did Clarisse, head counselor of the Ares cabin, take her and four other newbies there in the dark of night and tell them to race back to camp by morning? Clarisse's threat was scary enough, but when Katie's half-brother Grant goes missing, his disappearance sparks the arrival of vicious monsters and a mysterious curse. It's up to Katie and the three remaining newbies--the Wild Omada--to brave the Wild Zone again and uncover its dark and deadly secrets."--Publisher description.

Another graphic novel in this fun series spin-off of The Baby-sitters Club, adapted and illustrated by New York Times bestselling cartoonist DK Yingst! For New Year's Eve, Karen thinks everyone should make a promise. Hannie is going to stop biting her nails. Kristy promises not to talk to her boyfriend about softball on the phone so much. And Karen makes the most promises of all -- nine! But pretty soon, everyone starts breaking their promises. And Karen's brothers and sisters are calling her a spy! Poor Karen. Why is everyone bad at making New Year's promises except her?

The latest AI toy craze helps fifth-grader Lewis make new friends, but when the robot pandas' demands become increasingly dangerous, the kids unite to destroy their cuddly companions.

"The Adventures of Laura & Jack: Laura Ingalls and her dog, Jack, have been together for as long as she can remember--and he's no ordinary dog. He travels with Laura and her pioneer family all the way from the Big Woods of Wisconsin to the West. He protects them from wolves, cattle that go astray, and sometimes even a friendly neighbor. And he can always help Laura find her way home"-- Back cover. "Animal Adventures: In the unsettled West, Laura Ingalls and her family are surrounded by wild animals. From bears and deer to badgers and panthers, Laura always manages to find herself caught up in an animal adventure!"-- Back cover. "Laura & Nellie: Laura Ingalls loves living on a farm, playing in the creek, and wearing her homemade dresses. She's a country girl, through and through. But Nellie Oleson is a town girl. Her dad is a shopkeeper and she wears store-bought dresses. Laura is proud to be a country girl, but Nellie teases her for it. Can the two girls put aside their differences and become friends?"-- Back cover.

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As reports of bandits spread across the Archipelago, Christopher and Anya set sail on the Neverfear on a mission to save the ones they love most. "It's the Midsummer Feast on the islet of Glimt, and on this magical moonlit evening, the word on everyone's lips is bandits. Reports of masked men wreaking havoc are spreading throughout the Archipelago. Christopher and Anya have faced danger before; they think they are prepared for this threat--until they are ambushed and someone very close to them is kidnapped. Their frantic quest to pay the ransom will take them on a wild journey across Glimouria. Together they must face giants, duel with pirates, and race against deadly karkadanns. But just when they think they might succeed, there will come the most Herculean task of all..."-- Jacket flap.

"Written by a doctor, Cell Biology for Babies is the perfect introduction to the wonders of the human body. This interactive picture book will teach your little one about the cell, the basic building block of life. Be amazed at how much your budding genius (and you) can learn about cell biology!"--Publisher.

Snickerdoodle, a rambunctious puppy, must prove to his new family that he is just as lovable as their pet cat, Princess Kitty.

"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.

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.

Celia is bored. Hanging out with Grace and Lindsay is getting old. All she wants is to get her former besties, Jaime and Maya, back. Graces loves Celia, but lately she is starting to feel more like Cee's lackey than her friend. Yet without Cee, Grace would be a nobody - and there's nothing worse than that. Celia makes a plan to get their friend group back together by any means necessary, but Grace isn't sure she wants to go along with it... even though that means starting the new school year (gulp) completely alone!

"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.

"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

Drake and his dragon friends visit the Ruby Dragon who holds a magical gem that will help them defeat the evil fairy queen and rescue the royal family.

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.