One Million Things: A Visual Encyclopedia by Peter Chrisp

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Featuring gorgeous photographs that illustrate and educate, this visual encyclopedia is jam- packed with thousands and thousands of images that bring more than one million things to light.

Where is the Cake? by T. T. Khing

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An adventurous look- and- find book with new stories to follow and items to discover in each browsing" Told entirely through pictures, Where Is the Cake? is a puzzle, a maze, an activity, and so much more! In each browsing, a new storyline will race through childrens heads as they follow the many different lead- ins that the illustrations present. This stimulating book is the perfect backseat activity, and it encourages creative thought.

Savvy by Ingrid Law

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For generations, the Beaumont family has harbored a magical secret. They each possess a asavvy. A special, supernatural power that strikes when they turn thirteen. Grandpa Bomba moves mountains, her older brothers create hurricanes and spark electricity...and now it's the eve of Mibs's big day. As if waiting weren't hard enough, the family gets scary news two days before Mibs's birthday: Poppa has been in a terrible accident. Mibs develops the singular mission to get to the hospital and prove that her new power can save her dad. So she sneaks onto a salesman's bus...only to find the bus heading in the opposite direction. Suddenly Mibs finds herself on an unforgettable odyssey that will force her to make sense of growing up and of other people, who might also have a few secrets hidden just beneath the skin.

Pete’s a Pizza by William Steig

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Pete is a normal, healthy boy, but he's decided to become a pizza for awhile. It starts out with Pete's dad kneading the dough - he's really just rolling Pete around on the table - then sprinkling some oil on the dough - the oil is just water - and then adding some tomatoes - really checkers - and then...tickling the dough! Pete's a Pizza is a delightfully irreverent look at the games Pete and his parents play, illustrated in a comic strip format for young readers.

Nibbling on Einstein's Brain: The Good the Bad and the Bogus in Science by Diane Swanson, illustrated by Warren Clark

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Science affects every part of our lives. It can determine the foods we eat, the clothes we wear - even the video games we play. But how do you tell the good science from the bad? Bite into Nibbling on Einstein's Brain and learn some winning strategies for sorting the good from the misleading in science. Through playful scenarios and fascinating real- world examples, each chapter encourages critical thinking. You'll find tips for spotting bad science, ideas for identifying reports that misrepresent facts and ways to keep your own brain from muddling the science news you receive.

The Insecto-Files: Amazing Insect Science and Bug Facts You’ll Never Believe by Helaine Becker

Try these fantastic activities and experiments and learn amazing things you never knew about insects!

Lunch Lady and the Cyborg Substitute by Jarrett J. Krosoczka

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Hector, Terrence, and Dee have always wondered about their school lunch lady. What does she do when she isn't dishing out the daily special? Where does she live? Does she have a lot of cats at home? Little do they know, Lunch Lady doesn't just serve sloppy joes - she serves justice! Whatever danger lies ahead, it's no match for LUNCH LADY!

Polo and Lily by Regis Faller

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In comic- book- style panels, Polo's newest adventure unfolds. A flying cloud carrying a sleeping rabbit gets stuck in the branches of Polo's tree- home bringing an unexpected visit from a feisty, practical- joke- loving new friend. A light- hearted and sweet tale about making new friends and keeping them - even when they have to fly away.

Maggie Can't Wait by Frieda Wishinsky, illustrated by Dean Griffiths

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Maggie is so excited to show her friends the picture of her soon- to- be- adopted sister. She can't wait to show the new baby off. Everyone will love her! But when Maggie brings a picture of the baby to show- and- tell, she doesn't get the reaction she expected. Kimberly says the baby is ugly. Even Maggie's best friend, Sam, admits that the baby has a squished nose, a wrinkly face, and big ears. Maggie is mortified. And now she can imagine how awful it's going to be to have such an ugly sister. She doesn't want to have anything to do with a baby sister with ears like a donkey, a nose like a squished bug and a face wrinkled like an old shoe. When her parents pick the baby up at the adoption agency, Maggie's worst fears are realized. The baby is just like her picture. Maggie wants nothing to do with her. Not even when everyone else is making such a fuss over her. Not even when she is all alone in her crib and crying. Not even when she smiles up at Maggie for the first time?



A delightful sequel to Give Maggie a Chance, Maggie Can''t Wait again features the little girl with the big imagination as she dreads the arrival of a new adopted sister and learns how easy it is to make up her own mind.

Someday by Alison McGhee and Peter H. Reynolds

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A mother's love leads to a mother's dream - every mother's dream - for her child to live life to its fullest. A deceptively simple, powerful ode to the potential of love and the potential in life, Someday is the book you'll want to share with someone else...today. The perfect gift for Mother's Day, Graduation Day or Any Day - share a copy with every special person in your life.

Emily Post's Table Manners for Kids by Peggy Post and Cindy Post Senning

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Which fork do I use? How do you use chopsticks? Is it okay to answer my cell phone during dinner? What is the polite way to eat spaghetti? These and other important questions are answered in this handy guide to eating without grossing people out. Pretty much everything you need to know to get you through any meal is here - from table settings, to eating tricky foods, to holding up your end of a dinner conversation. Written by two codirectors of The Emily Post Institute, the most trusted name in etiquette, Emily Post's Table Manners for Kids isn't just for fancy parties and dinner at your grandmother's house. It's got basic information you can use every day to improve your social life.

Three Cups of Tea: The Young Reader's Edition by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver Relin, adapted by Sarah Thomson

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This young readers edition of the worldwide bestseller Three Cups of Tea has been specially adapted for younger readers and updated by Greg Mortenson to bring his remarkable story of humanitarianism up to date for the present. Includes new photos and illustrations, as well as a special interview by Greg's twelve- year- old daughter, Amira, who has traveled with her father as an advocate for the Pennies for Peace program for children.

How to Build Your Own Country by Valerie Wyatt, illustrated by Fred Rix

Ever wanted to build your own country? Just find a bit of land to start it with and this handy guide will show you the rest!

Martha Doesn’t Say Sorry by Samantha Berger, illustrated by Bruce Whatley

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Adorably clad in her pink dress and matching headband, Martha is ready to do just about anything - except say those three little words: I am sorry. But when this sweet but stubborn otter learns that niceties like cookies, piggyback rides, and hugs are for people who apologize, our mischievous heroine learns the ultimately rewarding feeling that comes with saying she's sorry. Parents and kids alike will embrace the hilarious watercolor illustrations and the irreverent humor throughout in this pitch- perfect picture book that offers the gentlest of lessons.

Kat Kong by Dav Pilkey

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Doctor Varmint and his beautiful assistant, Rosie Rodent, have made - and captured - a stunning scientific discovery: the mighty Kat Kong. But when he breaks free from his shackles and tears through the streets of Mousopolis, there's no stopping his terrifying rampage. Is anyone clever enough to halt this massive meowing menace?

Tippy-Toe Chick, GO! by George Shannon, illustrated by Laura Dronzek

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There is a big grumpy dog blocking the way to the garden! What can Hen and her three chicks do? The sweet itty- bitty beans and potato bugs (this family's favorite treat) are in the garden. And Hen and her chicks are hungry! Hen, Big Chick, and Middle Chick are no match for Dog. And Little Chick? Well, Little Chick is too little. Or is she? When you are small, you can also be brave and fast and resourceful, and - as Little Chick discovers - sometimes your family depends on you!

The 39 Clues Book Five: The Black Circle by Patrick Carman

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The hunt for the 39 Clues leads Amy and Dan to their most treacherous destination yet a frozen land of Cahill secrets and betrayals. With danger chasing close behind, the siblings must track down one of history's greatest lost treasures. Governments were toppled and rulers were killed during the last attempt to find it. Do Amy and Dan even stand a chance?

Taj Mahal: A Story of Love and Empire by Elizabeth Mann

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Shah Jahan, ruler of India, murdered three of his brothers in his bloody rise to power. Yet when his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, suddenly died, the grief- stricken emperor built the world's most beautiful tomb as a monument to her memory. Shah Jahan was the fifth emperor of the Mughal dynasty. The Mughals combined the brute force and fierce ambition of their legendary ancestor Genghis Khan with a delicate artistic sensitivity. Theirs was a world where even forts were architectural gems, where emperors had their life stories told in exquisite miniature paintings, and where each new ruler competed with the previous one by building a grander palace, fort, mosque and city. The Taj Mahal tells the story of this remarkable dynasty through its greatest artistic achievement. From the soaring domes, to the marble columns inlaid with precious gems, to the vast gardens, to the perfect symmetry of its design, the Taj Mahal expressed the power, grandeur, glory and beauty of the Mughal world.

Down by the Cool of the Pool by Tony Mitton, illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees

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There's flipping and flopping, splishing and splashing, wiggling and waggling down by the cool of the pool. Frog, Duck, Horse, Pig, and the rest of the gang dance and sing their way through this wacky, watery wonderful story told with a catchy rhyming text and bold, vibrant illustrations. The fun is positively infectious, and you just may find yourself dancing and singing along with Frog and his frolicking friends. Children will delight in this rollicking farmyard romp, an adventure in musical activity - perfect for the nonstop toddler.

One Wheel Wobbles: A Homespun Counting Book by Carole Lexa Schaefer, illustrated by Pierr Morgan

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It's Family Parade Day, and here come Mama, Grampa, Sister, and the rest, rolling along on wheels of every sort - from wobbly and sparkly to lickety- split and jiggly. Bright, bold fluorescent illustrations follow the fun- loving family on their fabulous conveyances with an ever- increasing number of wheels, all cleverly visible and begging to be counted. So come along! Count them all!

Seven Spunky Monkeys by Jackie French Koller, illustrated by Lynn Munsinger

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On Sunday, seven spunky monkeys are best friends. On Monday, only six monkeys are left. On Tuesday, five! What's happening to all the monkeys? Are they catching the love bug? Count down through the days of the week with these funky monkeys - who ultimately learn that when it comes to friends and family, the more monkeys, the merrier!

The Thief by Megan Whalen Turner

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After Gen's bragging lands him in the king's prison, the chances of escape look slim. Then the king's scholar, the magus, needs the thief's skill for a seemingly impossible task - to steal a hidden treasure from another land. To the magus, Gen is just a tool. But Gen is a trickster and a survivor with a plan of his own.

Fancy Nancy: Tea Parties by Jane O'Connor, illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser

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You're invited! Join in the fun with hostess extraordinaire Fancy Nancy! With a little imagination, you too can create an exquisite tea party that is perfect for your friends and family. R.S.V.P. oui, oui, oui!

Riley Socks by Leahnne Allen, illustrated by Gary McDaniels

An inspiring picture book about one little girl's fight against cancer, Riley Socks is an excellent book to introduce the topic to children or a good read for anyone embarking upon the same journey.

Chicken Butt! By Erica S. Perl, illustrated by Henry Cole

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The classic schoolyard joke has been recast as an irreverent picture book, with call- and- response parts for parent and child. The word repetition in Erica S. Perl's text, and wonderfully comic illustrations by beloved artist Henry Cole, make this a particularly inviting book for new readers, as does the opportunity to "trick" a parent or other adult into participating in a very silly joke. The humor builds to a surprising and satisfying conclusion. Warning: Kids will want to read this one over and over and over again!

Creature ABC by Andrew Zuckerman

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This deluxe alphabet book features Zuckerman's breathtaking wildlife photography. From alligator to zebra, each featured animal boasts two striking portraits against a clean white background, offering a unique up- close view of the animal kingdom.

Manga Shakespeare: As You Like It

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In As You Like It, Rosalind, dressed like a boy, falls in love with Orlando. A mistaken- identity comedy follows, with a happy ending (or the ultimate justice served) for those who deserve it. This play has been refreshingly updated in the style of manga while maintaining Shakespeare's beautiful language.

Blue Sea by Robert Kalan, illustrated by Donald Crews

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Several fishes of varying size introduce space relationships and size differences.

Helen's Eyes: A Photobiography of Annie Sullivan, Helen Keller's Teacher by Marfe Ferguson Delano

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The epic story of Annie Sullivan's perseverance and triumph in the face of hardship will enthrall readers of every age. This pioneering teacher overcame disability and misfortune before achieving her success as one of the most famous educators of all time. This is the inspiring photobiography of Anne Mansfield Sullivan, a woman born into a life of daunting disadvantage and social obstacle. She grew up poor, with little education, the child of struggling Irish immigrants. By the age of eight, Annie was almost blind because of untreated trachoma. Following her mother's death, the young girl entered an almshouse, where she spent four years among the most wretched of society's outcasts. Her inquiring intellect and determination helped her escape this bleak detention, and she was sent to the Perkins School for the Blind. There, at the age of 14, her education began, and her lively mind soon blossomed. After graduation, she was hired as a teacher for Helen Keller, a six- year- old girl who was blind and deaf due to illness. With patience and compassion, Annie reached into the dark, silent world of the little girl, opening her mind and soul to life's beauty. She became "Helen's eyes." Because of her inspired breakthroughs and accomplishments with Helen, Annie was soon known as the "Miracle Worker." Annie and Helen spent the rest of their lives together - two complex women with feisty personalities who achieved international acclaim.

The Fabulous Feud of Gilbert and Sullivan by Jonah Winter, illustrated by Richard Egielski

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Welcome to Topsy- Turvydom, a magical kingdom (well, more like an opera stage) full of pirates, policemen, fairies, and fake mustaches! Mr. Gilbert and Mr. Sullivan have ruled this kingdom together in peace, but one day, Mr. Sullivan decides he's had enough. Every opera they write is the same silly old story, and he's ready for something different. Something serious! Mr. Gilbert is stunned. He's lost his business partner and his best friend, and he needs a brilliant idea in order to get him back. When Mr. Gilbert comes across a Japanese street fair, inspiration strikes, and The Mikado is born! Gilbert and Sullivan reunite for their greatest work yet, showing that good things can come from an argument between friends.