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Few words pack a lot of punch in this delightful story about bedtime rituals. There will be no pouting or shouting or moping or moaning when the lights go out because dinosaur kids everywhere will want to see this production again and again.

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A visually dazzling A-to-Z tour of American politics, this book introduces relevant and contemporary aspects of election season in an informative and child-friendly way. Paired with whimsical artwork, pages like "A Is for American Elections," "C Is for Conventions," "F Is for Fundraising," "G Is for Grassroots Efforts," "I Is for Internet," and - most importantly - "Y Is for You" teach kids that everyone has the power to make a real difference in the government. This vibrantly illustrated alphabet book teaches the whole electoral process, one letter at a time!

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Readers who have graduated from THE GRAPES OF MATH will find new, more advanced math challenges. Greg Tang is back with his bestselling approach to addition and subtraction: problem solving. By solving challenges that encourage kids to "group" numbers rather than memorize formulas, even the most reluctant math learners are inspired to see math in a whole new way! Math Potatoes is full of Tang and Briggs' trademark humor, wit, and extraordinary creativity. Tang has proven over and over that math can be fun, and this new addition to his acclaimed series of mind-stretching math riddles is sure to be another hit.

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Meet Super Kid, the neighborhood's spunky new hero, and follow along as he accomplishes daring feats. Fruits and veggies are his secret. (But, shh! Don't tell anybody!)

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Paul is a good boy. Everybody says so. But his new neighbor is enough to try anyone's patience. She walks her cat on a leash, calls Paul and his dog mean names, and makes a general nuisance of herself. Will the mild-mannered Paul survive the first week next door to Prudence?Debut picture book author Janet Reed Ahearn and illustrator Drazen Kozjan use humor and style to show the classy approach to confronting one's peers. Loaded with color, feisty energy, and lots of good jokes, Don't Call Me Pruneface! will teach kids how to deal with bullies even as it entertains.

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Twelve-year-old Nimra Sharif has spent her whole life in Islamic school, but now it's time to go to "real school."Nimra's nervous, but as long as she has Jenna, her best friend who already goes to the public school, she figures she can take on just about anything. Unfortunately, middle school is hard. The teachers are mean, the schedule is confusing, and Jenna starts giving hijab-wearing Nimra the cold shoulder around the other kids. Desperate to fit in and get back in Jenna's good graces, Nimra accepts an unlikely invitation to join the school's popular 8th grade boy band, Barakah Beats. The only problem is, Nimra was taught that music isn't allowed in Islam, and she knows her parents would be disappointed if they found out. So she devises a simple plan: join the band, win Jenna back, then quietly drop out before her parents find out. But dropping out of the band proves harder than expected. Not only is her plan to get Jenna back working, but Nimra really likes hanging out with the band-they value her contributions and respect how important her faith is to her. Then Barakah Beats signs up for a talent show to benefit refugees, and Nimra's lies start to unravel. With the show only a few weeks away and Jenna's friendship hanging in the balance, Nimra has to decide whether to betray her bandmates-or herself.

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Wiglaf's supposed to be a dragon slayer, but he's more like a dragon babysitter when he finds a baby dragon and decides to keep it! Back in his first new adventure in four years, Wiglaf is as funny and appealing as ever. In keeping with the reissue of the original books in the series, the ninth book is 112 pages long and includes a hilarious bonus yearbook section that will have kids laughing out loud.

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An ALA Best Book for Young Adults Graphic novel star Kazu Kibuishi creates a world of terrible, man-eating demons, a mechanical rabbit, a giant robot -- and two ordinary children on a life-or-death mission. After the tragic death of their father, Emily and Navin move with their mother to the home of her deceased great-grandfather, but the strange house proves to be dangerous. Before long, a sinister creature lures the kids' mom through a door in the basement. Em and Navin, desperate not to lose her, follow her into an underground world inhabited by demons, robots, and talking animals. Eventually, they enlist the help of a small mechanical rabbit named Miskit. Together with Miskit, they face the most terrifying monster of all, and Em finally has the chance to save someone she loves."Emily is as high-spirited a heroine as you are likely to find, and, propelled by uncluttered visuals, her action-packed adventure sequences move at an exciting clip. Part fantasy (anthropomorphized animals, elves) and part manga (transforming robots, tentacled monsters), this volume has much to appeal to readers." - Booklist"Gorgeous illustrations with great color bring light to this gloomy tale. Filled with excitement, monsters, robots, and mysteries, this fantasy adventure will appeal to many readers." - School Library Journal". Kibuishi is a dab hand at portraying freaky monsters. Fans of Jeff Smith's Bone will happily fret with the good guys and hiss at the baddies." - Kirkus Reviews

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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!Drake and Rori rush off to find a Wind Dragon - the final dragon needed to undo the False Life spell. But they soon learn that the Wind Dragon is being held captive! Can they rescue her and her Dragon Master, Quilla? They'll need to hurry because evil wizard Astrid has already cast her terrible spell. Prepare for the Dragon Masters' biggest battle yet! With engaging black-and-white artwork on every page, kids won't be able to put down this action-packed book!

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If one goose is goose, and two gooses are geese, then why is one moose a moose, but two moose aren't meese?Learn alongside Bruce and Bill as they explore the hilarity of collective nouns!With a rhyming text, eye-catching artwork, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, serious Bruce and silly Bill are two gaggling geese sure to make kids giggle! A pitch-perfect read-aloud just right for group storytime.

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Rafa"s incarcerated mom is being released from jail soon, and to take his mind off his mom"s return, Rafa spends an evening crafting the scariest ghost story he"s ever told. The Caretaker is an evil ghost who lures unsuspecting kids into the neighborhood pond... and they don"t ever come out. Rafa is really proud of his latest creation, until strange things start to happen around him: eerie fog follows him everywhere, unexplained images show up in his phone videos, and pond water collects inside. With a sinking feeling, Rafa realizes the Caretaker is real. Rafa has brought the ghost to life-and only he can stop him.

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Let's Find Out: My Rebus Reader Box 2 - Single Copy Set Boost early reading confidence with fun nonfiction books written just for pre-K, kindergarten, and first grade. Let's Find Out: My Rebus Reader Box 2 includes:24 full-color, 8-page books to build your classroom library Simple nonfiction texts that raise the confidence of your early readers with rebus picture support, patterned text structures, repeated high-frequency words, and consistent print placement. High-interest, real-world topics and eye-popping photos that get students excited to learn Important vocabulary words students might not encounter elsewhere, such as "nocturnal," "pilots," and "gusty"Science and social studies topics to increase content-area knowledge and support the subjects you're teaching. A perfect introduction to nonfiction that gets students ready for the type of reading they'll be doing in grade school and beyond Colorful, durable box that makes a perfect storage solution for your new readers. Texts are leveled according to Guided Reading Levels B, C, D, E, and F. Let's Find Out: My Rebus Reader Box 2 features these 24 titles: Hello, Baby Caterpillar!How Do Animals Beat the Heat?How Do Animals Say I Love You?I See a Frog I See Seeds!Kids Are the Same and Different!Polar Animals Stick Together Pop the Bubbles Spring Is Just Bee-ginning!Whose Habitat Is That?Crunch, Crunch, Apples For Lunch Evergreen Leaves are Always Green Feelings at School Fire Safety Pups!Get Ready for Winter, Chipmunk!I Put on My Shoes I See Numbers Let's Go to the Grocery Store Mailing a Holiday Card My Autumn Nature Walk On My Way to School Penguins Can't Fly!Pumpkin Parts!Where Can You Find Friends?

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In an old-fashioned "trapped-in-a-haunted-house" story, twins Riley and Scarlett receive an interesting assignment from their teacher, Mrs. Stermon. Everyone in class needs to do a documentary video about an adventure, something exciting that they experienced. Mrs. Stermon gives them a suggestion, along with their friends Carter, Lee, Danitia, and Mia. She shows them a brochure about a scary old house on the edge of town, called Shudder Mansion. "If you six kids and your parents can stay there overnight, you'll all get A's," says the teacher. "I'll even give you extra credit."Just how scary is Shudder Mansion?It's terrifying.

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Before he hit more than 600 home runs... Before he was named American League MVP... Before he was AROD to hundreds of thousands of fans... He was Alex. Just a kid who wanted to play baseball more than anything else in the world.

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Kids of all ages will enjoy a fun and spooky exploration as a trickster skeleton beckons readers from room to room to I Spy for mice, spiders, candles, bats, jack-o'-lanterns, bones, and so much more! From its rickety gate to its cobwebbed attic, this haunted house contains 13 spooky and spectacular photographs. There is a spooky graveyard, a mysterious laboratory, a garden of ghoulies - each page has rhyming puzzles with eerie objects to find. It's time to join the millions of fans who have enjoyed I Spy for over 20 years. And get ready to solve even more riddles with a brand-new brain twister riddle section at the back of the book. It's been 13 years since I Spy Spooky Night was originally published. Are you ready to start your chilling search?

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Even though the coach compliments Ell Ray's basketball skills, the other kids still don't seem to notice him. When he comes up with a plan that involves the off-limits teacher's lounge, everyone does a double-take!

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Mother's Day is coming up, and the Baby-sitters have the same problem they do every year: What do they get their mothers? Kristy, especially, wants to do something nice for her mom. Mrs. Brewer has been acting kind of strange and secretive lately, and Kristy's worried about her. But then Kristy gets another one of her great ideas. Why don't the Baby-sitters treat their moms - and the mothers of the kids they sit for - to a day off without any kids around? Together with Stacey, the Baby-sitters plan a gigantic baby-sitting party. It's a Mother's Day surprise that couldn't be beat!... until Kristy's mom reveals a very special surprise of her own.

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A Mexican jumping bean isn't a bean at all. It's a fascinating home and food source for a special kind of caterpillar! Now in paperback!A fun and engaging nonfiction picture book for kids ages 3-7 that includes Spanish vocabulary, a counting concept, and life cycle of a yerba de la flecha seedpod. The Mexican jumping bean has intrigued and fascinated kids for generations. However, the Mexican jumping bean isn't a bean at all. It's actually a seedpod from a shrub called yerba de la flecha, into which a caterpillar burrows, living inside the pod until it builds a cocoon and breaks out as a moth. Perfect for preschoolers and pre-readers, this charming and informative read-aloud introduces curious kids to one unique seedpod that is NOT a bean!

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You would like being friends with Leo. He likes to draw, he makes delicious snacks, and most people can't even see him. Because Leo is also a ghost. When a new family moves into his home and Leo's efforts to welcome them are misunderstood, Leo decides it is time to leave and see the world. That is how he meets Jane, a kid with a tremendous imagination and an open position for a worthy knight. That is how Leo and Jane become friends. And that is when their adventures begin.

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Welcome to Birdwell Island, home of Emily Elizabeth and Clifford the Big Red Dog! Clifford and Emily Elizabeth have been best friends since Clifford was a small red puppy. But then Clifford grew. and grew. and GREW! Now Clifford is the biggest, friendliest dog in the whole world, and he and Emily Elizabeth share BIG adventures every day!Join these two best friends as they explore their magical island home and lead the town in a parade through Birdwell Island. This beautiful storybook is the perfect introduction to the world of the new Clifford TV show on Amazon and PBS Kids. Plus, it introduces a new, diverse cast and fresh, adorable art!

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Kristy's mom got remarried and their family moved to the ritzy neighborhood across town. The other members of The Baby-sitters Club think it's a good opportunity to get some new business, but the kids who live nearby aren't very friendly. They criticize Kristy's clothes and make fun of the BSC. And, worst of all, they laugh at Louie, Kristy's pet collie, who's getting old and not feeling well. These kids are total snobs! But if anyone can put them in their place, it's The Baby-sitters Club!

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Meet Tom Gates. When his teachers don"t have their beady eyes on him, he likes to draw pictures and write about stuff. Tom"s teachers think he is easily distracted and lacks focus, but that"s a bit harsh-can he help it if his grumpy big sister, Delia, made him late for school (again), or that last night"s homework had to be sacrificed to stave off a vicious dog attack? Master of excuses, creative storyteller, and middle-school comedian extraordinaire, Tom Gates is guaranteed to get kids turning the pages-and keep them laughing.

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It's 1964, and Sunny's town is being invaded. Or at least that's what the adults of Greenwood, Mississippi are saying. All Sunny knows is that people from up north are coming to help people register to vote. They're calling it Freedom Summer. Meanwhile, Sunny can't help but feel like her house is being invaded, too. She has a new stepmother, a new brother, and a new sister crowding her life, giving her little room to breathe. And things get even trickier when Sunny and her brother are caught sneaking into the local swimming pool, where they bump into a mystery boy whose life is going to become tangled up in theirs. As she did in her groundbreaking documentary novel Countdown, award-winning author Deborah Wiles uses stories and images to tell the riveting story of a certain time and place, and of kids who, in a world where everyone is choosing sides, must figure out how to stand up for themselves and fight for what's right.

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Includes: THE NUTSHELL KIDS - written and illustrated by Maurice Sendak, narrated by Carole King Alligators All Around - an ALA Notable Book. In this delightful rhyme, a group of alligators dance and sing their way through the alphabet in style. One Was Johnny. ALA Notable Book. Designed to help children learn to count, Sendak's rhyming verse also introduces them to animals Pierre - Pierre flaunts an I don't care attitude until an encounter with a lion changes everything Chicken Soup with Rice, - written and illustrated by Maurice Sendak, narrated by Carole King WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE - written and illustrated by Maurice Sendak, narrated by Peter Shickele IN THE NIGHT KITCHEN - written and illustrated by Maurice Sendak, narrated by Peter Schickele

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In this charming series, perfect for newly independent readers, kids will be treated to simple mysteries as an utterly delightful owl duo puts the "whoo" in whodunit.

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Meet a worm not that different from you or me, except that his head looks a lot like his tail! A hysterical journal about the daily doings and the hidden world of a lovable underground dweller that will be sure to delight kids both young and old. Paperback Formats Available for Schools Only.

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From New York Times bestselling authors Sarah Mlynowski, Lauren Myracle, and Emily Jenkins comes the third entry in this offbeat series about a group of magical misfits. Upside-Down Magic is shaking up the school! The kids in Upside-Down Magic know their magic is a little out of control. But that doesn't make them weird; it only makes them human. When things get messy, it's up to Nory, Bax, and their friends to find their way out of trouble before something really wacky happens.

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More than 40 ready-to-use, skill-building practice pages with easy-to-follow directions and fun, motivating exercises! Perfect for classroom or at-home use, this exciting practice book includes high-interest stories targeted to provide invaluable reinforcement and practice with reading comprehension skills. This valuable resource gives kids practice with: main idea and details following directions drawing conclusions

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This bright box is packed with 20 decodable tales to help your child learn to read with confidence! Each engaging title focuses on a key phonics skill, from long vowels and vowel teams to digraphs and more. Kid-pleasing characters-nice mice, sleepy apes, giant toads, wacky whales, and grumpy monsters-make every story a joy to read. Includes a how-to guide with links to playful, skill-building worksheets. Perfect for reluctant learners!

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A fresh, modern spin on a classic fairy tale, from bestselling author Sarah Mlynowski!Mirror, mirror, on the basement wall. Once upon a time my brother and I were normal kids. The next minute? The mirror in our basement slurped us up and magically transported us inside Snow White's fairy tale. I know it sounds crazy, but it's true. But hey - we're heroes! We stopped Snow White from eating the poisoned apple. Hooray! Or not. If Snow White doesn't die, she won't get to meet her prince. And then she won't get her happy ending. Oops. Now it's up to us to: Avoid getting poisoned Sneak into a castle Fix Snow White's story And then, fingers crossed, find our way home.

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In this sassy playground romp the irrepressible new kid dethrones the reigning recess bully by doing the unthinkable - she invites her to be her friend! Not only will kids relate to the all-too-common issue of bullying, but parents and teachers will appreciate the story's deft handling of conflict resolution (achieved without adult intervention). Mean Jean was Recess Queen and nobody said any different. Nobody swung until Mean Jean swung. Nobody kicked until Mean Jean kicked. Nobody bounced until Mean Jean bounced. If kids ever crossed her, she'd push 'em and smoosh 'lollapaloosh 'em, hammer 'em, slammer 'em kitz and kajammer 'em. Until a new kid came to school! With her irrepressible spirit, the new girl dethrones the reigning recess bully by becoming her friend in this infectious playground romp.

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Every gorgeously illustrated Science Comics graphic novel offers a complete introduction to a particular topic. Perfect for kids hungry for science. -Booklist

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An engaging series featuring illustrated maps and vibrant photographs aimed at helping kids become familiar with map features, learn to read/answer map questions, and to draw their own maps.

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Illustrated by bestselling and beloved illustrator, Caroline Jayne Church. Cause your friends are my friends, and my friends are your friends. The more we get together, the happier we'll be. The second in Caroline Jayne Church's three-book song series! This well-loved preschool favorite has never before been published as a children's book, and it's sure to have kids clapping. The illustrations of squeezable toddlers are absolutely irresistible, and foil on the cover makes the book shine on-shelf. Get together with the one you love and share this delightful book!

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Few words pack a lot of punch in this delightful story about bedtime rituals. There will be no pouting or shouting or moping or moaning when the lights go out because dinosaur kids everywhere will want to see this production again and again.

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Rambunctious second grader Bean and her more conservative friend, Ivy, combine their talents in hilarious and ingenious ways. "Just right for kids moving on from beginning readers."-Publishers Weekly

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In this compelling and heartfelt mystery story, Janae Marks-author of the acclaimed bestselling From the Desk of Zoe Washington-follows a young girl reshaping her meaning of home. Perfect for fans of Erin Entrada Kelly and Rebecca Stead. Two starred reviews! A Project Lit Club Book Club Selection, S & L Lead Title, Banks Street Best Children's Books of the Year, and Kids' Indie Next List Pick!Joyful. A book that kids will love. -Rebecca Stead, Newbery Medal-winning author of When You Reach Me Joy Taylor has always believed home is the house she lived in her entire life. But then her dad lost his job, and suddenly, home becomes a tiny apartment with thin walls, shared bedrooms, and a place for tense arguments between Mom and Dad. Hardest of all, Joy doesn"t have her music to escape through anymore. Without enough funds, her dreams of becoming a great pianist-and one day, a film score composer-have been put on hold. A friendly new neighbor her age lets Joy in on the complex"s best-kept secret: the Hideout, a cozy refuge that only the kids know about. And it"s in this little hideaway that Joy starts exchanging secret messages with another kid in the building who also seems to be struggling, until-abruptly, they stop writing back. What if they"re in trouble?Joy is determined to find out who this mystery writer is, fast, but between trying to raise funds for her music lessons, keeping on a brave face for her little sister, and worrying about her parents" marriage, Joy isn"t sure how to keep her own head above water.

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We've all heard unexplained tales of the Yeti, Bigfoot, Sasquatch, and more. do YOU have what it takes to catch one? Find out in this action-packed story for children, the perfect read aloud all winter, as a Christmas gift for kids, for classroom activities, and beyond!

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The Ant Hill kids are enjoying a snow day, complete with snowballs and sledding. Holub's simple text and Terry's vibrant illustrations combine to create a warm and wonderful look at a winter day.

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Jumpstart your child"s reading success with comics! Kids will love this series of laugh-out-loud books with very easy text in speech balloons. They"ll also adore the zany cast of characters: monsters, owls, pigs, talking pumpkins, mice, magic fairies, and more! This fun series is correlated with guided reading levels A-D. A giggle-fueled way to boost essential literacy!

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"Jingle bells, jingle bells, join Gerald as he grooves. He sways his neck, he shakes his tail, he kicks up all his hooves."Join Gerald and his festive jingle-jungle friends as they ring the bells this holiday season with Giraffes Can't Dance: Jingle Bells, based on the beloved Christmas song. Kids of all ages will delight in this magical moonlit rhyme, which includes merry new illustrations by Guy Parker-Rees. Giraffes Can't Dance: Jingle Bells is ideal for sharing and reading aloud with loved ones at Christmas. Giraffes Can't Dance: Jingle Bells is the same trim size as the original Giraffes Can't Dance board book and includes shiny foil on the cover. With over 10 million copies in print in 35 languages worldwide, the picture book classic Giraffes Can't Dance is an international bestseller. And don't forget the heartfelt Love From Giraffes Can't Dance board book!

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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!A creepy goblin is scaring people all over town! Bogey Bill - whose favorite holiday is Halloween - likes to magically change normal things into spooky things. Violet, Leon, and their fairy friend Sprite need to send Bogey Bill back to the Otherworld. But their task gets harder when a pixie named Buttercup casts an annoying hiccup spell on the whole school! Can Violet, Leon, and Sprite trick TWO pixies at once? With engaging black-and-white artwork on every page, kids won't be able to put down this action-packed book!This is an exciting refresh of the popular Pixie Tricks series, with updated text and brand-new art on every page - perfect for fans of Tracey West's Dragon Masters series.

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It's almost Halloween! Clifford and Emily Elizabeth decide to celebrate by camping with their friends in the backyard. They are telling ghost stories by the campfire, but then they start hearing spooky noises and seeing weird shadows. Is there someone - or something - in the backyard with them?! Featuring adorable art from the new TV show on Amazon and PBS Kids, plus a full page of spooky stickers!

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Kids will love this lighthearted and fun tale about keeping clean, featuring an adorable character that bath-resistant little ones will really relate to. It's never bath time for Big Smelly Bear: he doesn't brush, he doesn't wash, and he's simply unbearable. No one can stand to come close! Then, one day, he wakes up with a most awful, unreachable itch. He could really use a little scratch from a friend, but Big Fluffy Bear won't help because Big Smelly Bear stinks! Will he change his ways and bathe? The witty ending is sure to satisfy!

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Real-Life Ghost Stories from the Hit TV Show! Written by the stars of Sy Fy's hit reality show "Ghost Hunters," this collection is based on real cases. Through a companion Web site, readers can check out bonus materials from case files, including video, audio, and photo evidence. Searching for the truth behind paranormal events is what Jason Hawes and Grant Wilson do on their hit TV show Ghost Hunters, and now they do it in print, too! These real-life detectives of the supernatural share their most amazing stories in this chilling collection of terrifying tales!Are two boys really seeing misty figures in their room at night? Is Fort Mifflin haunted by the spirits of soldiers? Can an eight-year-old girl really talk to a ghost? The ghost-hunting team tries to solve these and other spooky mysteries. Kids will learn real ghost-hunting tips along the way - including how to spot a hoax.

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Ready-to-go practice pages ensure that kids get lots of practice with each letter of the alphabet - all with the help of friendly Alpha Tales creatures! Introduce and reinforce each letter's upper- and lowercase formation as kids experience each letter in a variety of ways. Kids will trace letters, form their own letters, and discriminate between similar letters. They'll also develop phonemic awareness as they recognize and copy letters that represent initial sounds, play with alliterative sentences, and develop a sight word vocabulary. Great for alphabet or writing centers!

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From the New York Times bestselling author of Chasing Vemeer comes an unforgettable story about an island haunted by the past, and the ghosts who must help with the present. Ghosts are alive on the island of Nantucket. You can hear them in the wind and in the creaks of the old homes. They want to be remembered. And, even more, they want to protect what was once theirs. The ghosts have chosen a few local kids to save the island against the adults who would do it harm. But the kids can't be sure how the ghosts are going to act. Things tend to disappear when ghosts are around. People tend to get trapped, especially if they're up to no good. Only the kids can make things right, if the ghosts will let them. Out of the Wild Night is master storyteller Blue Balliett at her spooky best, a spellbinding tale about the haunted residents of a very special place.

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Instead of giving him lunch money, Rex"s mom has signed him up for free meals. As a poor kid in a wealthy school district, better-off kids crowd impatiently behind him as he tries to explain to the cashier that he"s on the free meal program. The lunch lady is hard of hearing, so Rex has to shout. Free Lunch is the story of Rex"s efforts to navigate his first semester of sixth gradewho to sit with, not being able to join the football team, Halloween in a handmade costume, classmates and a teacher who take one look at him and decide he"s troubleall while wearing secondhand clothes and being hungry. His mom and her boyfriend are out of work, and life at home is punctuated by outbursts of violence. Halfway through the semester, his family is evicted and ends up in government-subsidized housing in view of the school. Rex lingers at the end of last period every day until the buses have left, so no one will see where he lives. Unsparing and realistic, Free Lunch is a story of hardship threaded with hope and moments of grace. Rex"s voice is compelling and authentic, and Free Lunch is a true, timely, and essential work that illuminates the lived experience of poverty in America. Title contains language or content that may be considered inappropriate for younger readers.

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