"Gary Fitzpatrick feels hope slipping away. Learning the missing doctor who removed his leg is being sued, his heart plummets and he tells his dad it's time to give up. But when his father reminds him of the value of temperance and staying steady, the intelligent boy takes a deep breath and rethinks his path. Now ready to accept whatever awaits him on the hunt along with his siblings and his beloved uncle, the sensitive teenager resolves to finish the quest. And as the trail leads to the library, an apartment, and a surprising clue pointing to northern Michigan, he's off on an exhilarating plane flight to embrace his destiny. Will his journey's conclusion bring joy and enlightenment, or will Gary find nothing but a dead end?"-- Back cover.

"Discover a new read-aloud word to see and say on every page. Then, lift the flap to follow the action. Chop the mango, squeeze the lime, and make ice pops in five simple steps!"-- Page 4 of cover.

"Secret riches and explosive danger. Can this young teen discover the power of following His example and embracing complete trust in God? Corolla, NC, the 1980s. Gary Fitzpatrick can't wait to explore the beach. Thrilled to help his uncle run an ice cream parlor, he and his brothers are admonished by their grumpy downstairs neighbor who isn't about to put up with any noisy shenanigans. But when he heads to investigate a terrified whinny coming from the backyard, he finds one of the area's majestic horses caught in a chain with a tranquilizer dart stuck in its side. Rewarded with a gruff friendship from the old local, the quick-witted teenager's imagination runs wild when the man pulls out a weathered treasure map. But as soon as he seeks an expert for an appraisal of the antique object, someone breaks in and steals the precious document. Hunting for clues at home and the lighthouse, can Gary expose the truth?" -- Back cover

A quick look at various weather phenomenon using vivid color photos.

"These youngsters are studying goodness. But have they just stumbled upon an act of evil? Gary Fitzpatrick senses he's closing in on the truth. So when he, his uncle, and his brothers roll into a hot Illinois town, the thirteen-year-old believes this time he'll finally be able to speak to the doctor who amputated his leg. But before he can start his quest for answers, the teen detectives are intrigued when they spy an ambulance carrying a patient from a chocolate shop. Learning that the victim had been poisoned by his dining partner, Gary and his brothers set to work unraveling the mystery. But as their hunt for evidence takes them across the community, the team of teenaged detectives is startled to learn that the physician they're looking for may be caught up in the same nasty scandal...Can Gary and his siblings solve the case and locate the secretive surgeon? Fire in the Feed Mill is the fast-paced sixth book in the Brady Street Boys Adventure Series. If you like persistent heroes, Christian values, and clever whodunits, then you'll love Katrina Hoover Lee's engrossing story." -- Amazon.com.

When the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles -- Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Donatello -- cause a city-wide blackout, their Master Splinter is at his wits' end. These out-of-control turtles need structure, routine, discipline ... somewhere that will hold them accountable. Where could that be? Middle school, of course! And what better place for a school for mutants than the sewers of New York, with a faculty and student body full of fan favorites from the world of TMNT? Can these Turtles get their act together and become true ninjas? And just what are Bebop and Rocksteady -- henchmen of the Turtles' archenemy Shredder -- doing in class with the rest of their peers?--Back cover

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.

Before he was the charismatic leader of a rebel guerrilla group, Jet was a desperate kid determined to take revenge... After his village is destroyed by the Fire Nation Army's elite unit known as the Rough Rhinos, Jet's life's goal becomes making Colonel Mongke and his cavalry of soldiers pay for their crimes. But in a war-torn kingdom, who's going to adopt a child's mission of revenge? Jet uses his powers of persuasion to gather a small but determined force of other young people who are looking for something different in the midst of war: a community. When Jet has his chance to confront Mongke, will he throw away the found family he's helped to build in pursuit of vengeance? A brand-new tale of adventure from the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender revealing Jet's origins, from writer Faith Erin Hicks, artist Peter Wartman, colorist Adele Matera, and letters by Comicraft.

"Packed with global gaming records, trivia, iconic characters and weirdly wonderful facts, this continent-hopping guide takes you on a record-breaking world tour through the history, culture and creativity of videogames. Ideal for younger readers and generalist video gamers, with all your favourite characters and games - from Mario and Link, to Minecraft and Fortnite. This year's 'global gaming' theme takes a globetrotting adventure through continents, so readers can learn about their favourite games and the cultures behind them. Packed with trivia on game development, videogame history and inspiring record breakers who have set speedruns or amassed huge collections. The MVPs answer burning questions! What was the longest cutscene, the best-selling console, or even the first video-game?" -- from Amazon.

"Will the boys be accused of kidnapping? Or will they die of thrist first? When Dean promises to help search the Hobo Jungle for clues, Gary and his brothers seem to be closer then ever to finding the missing surgeon. But now Dean is missing too. The boys proceed without him, trying to practice longsuffering. With the help of two hobos and a red handkerchief, they begin to untangle the trail left by Dr. Jefferson." - back cover

"Nate Wright's usually all about the good vibes, but lately our hero can't catch a break. He's stuck on a class project with his archnemesis, Gina. Chester the bully folds him into human origami. And when he forgets his gym shorts, the loaner pair from Francis is more embarrassing than a dodgeball to the face. But it's not all doom and detention! Nate starts a promising side hustle as a "romance shaman," and he's a triple threat on the baseball diamond, basketball court, and soccer pitch. Will the wins outweigh the losses, or is Nate doomed by the Curse of the Puffy Shorts? Dive into the latest collection of Big Nate comics and find out!" -- Back cover.

"Knuckles the Echidna: guardian of the Master Emerald, defender of Angel Island, last of his kind, and--let's face it--Sonic's most stubborn friend. But what happens when the legendary protector meets a young, self-doubting would-be guardian in need of a mentor? In this heartfelt, action-packed special, Knuckles takes on his toughest mission yet: mentorship. As he trains Trip, a new guardian-in-the-making, Knuckles faces his past, confronts what it truly means to protect, and proves that strength isn't just in the fists--but in character" -- Provided by publisher.

"Eleven-year-old Dylan is still reeling from the injury that shattered his all-star Little League dreams back home in Boston. His film-maker older sister offers him the trip of a lifetime: to travel with her as she films a world-famous lion expert in the heart of southern Africa. Dylan's days in the wilds of Botswana are filled with awe and wonder--elephants splashing in lagoons, leopards growling under star-lit skies, herds of zebras racing through golden grasslands, glittering snakes basking on tree branches--until disaster strikes"--Amazon.

"The only thing Piggie likes more than making slop is . . . SHARING her favorite family slop recipes with her best friend Elephant Gerald and YOU! This children's cookbook will delight burgeoning foodies and fans of the world of Mo Willems"-- Provided by publisher.

When Spot stays overnight with his friend Steve, he forgets his teddy bear, but luckily mum saves the day.

"A new darkness threatens Ninjago as Master Wu senses a growing imbalance between good and evil. Will Master Wu and the ninjas' Spinjitzu be enoug to defeat the mastermind behind this rising tide of evil? Or will the coming darkness sweep across Dark Island and take everyone with it?"-- Publisher description.

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.

"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.

"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.

"A boy hoping to relax. A harvest that needs to be sold. Will his discouragement blind him to the lessons God is teaching? Gary Fitzpatrick is exhausted. After traveling across the country in a fruitless search for the surgeon who amputated his leg, the sensitive thirteen-year-old and his brothers just want rest. But they're barely through the door at home when he learns their mom is busy caring for an abandoned baby and needs them to manage the community garden. Further frustrated when their $500 prize money goes missing, the weary boy is mildly relieved after they get permission to sell their own goods in addition to the produce at market. But when they discover running a business isn't as easy as it looks and an accident gets them kicked out in disgrace, Gary struggles to follow his father's advice and focus on faith. As the weeds of trouble grow wild, can he stifle his anger to remain strong and obedient?"--Page 4 of cover.

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.

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 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.

"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.