"I wish I'd had these books as a kid. Hilarious!" -- Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants and Dog Man This New York Times bestselling illustrated series is perfect for fans of Dog Man and Captain Underpants. They sound like bad guys, they look like bad guys . . . and they even smell like bad guys. But Mr. Wolf, Mr. Piranha, Mr. Snake, and Mr. Shark are about to change all of that... Mr. Wolf has a daring plan for the Bad Guys' first good mission. They are going to break two hundred dogs … [Read more...] about The Bad Guys by Aaron Blabley
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
One of the most beloved children's books of all time and the inspiration for a feature film, a television miniseries, and a Broadway musical, The Secret Garden is the best-known work of Frances Hodgson Burnett. In this unforgettable story, three children find healing and friendship in a magical forgotten garden on the haunting Yorkshire moors. … [Read more...] about The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
The Captain Underpants Color Collection by Dav Pilkey
Laugh out loud with Captain Underpants, the #1 New York Times bestselling series from Dav Pilkey, the author and illustrator of Dog Man! Meet George and Harold, two fourth graders with BIG imaginations. The only thing they enjoy more than playing practical jokes is creating their own comic books about a superhero named Captain Underpants. But nothing can prepare them for what happens when their comic-book character comes to life!This boxed set -- perfect for fans and newcomers alike -- includes … [Read more...] about The Captain Underpants Color Collection by Dav Pilkey
Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
This award-winning contemporary classic is the survival story with which all others are compared—and a page-turning, heart-stopping adventure, recipient of the Newbery Honor. Hatchet has also been nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read. Thirteen-year-old Brian Robeson, haunted by his secret knowledge of his mother’s infidelity, is traveling by single-engine plane to visit his father for the first time since the divorce. When the plane crashes, killing … [Read more...] about Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
Dog Man: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #1): From the Creator of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey
From worldwide bestselling author and artist Dav Pilkey comes Dog Man, the canine cop who's part dog, part man, and ALL HERO! George and Harold have created a new breed of justice. With the head of a dog and the body of a human, this heroic hound digs into deception, claws after crooks, rolls over robbers, and scampers after squirrels. Will he be able to resist the call of the wild to answer the call of duty? Dav Pilkey's wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and … [Read more...] about Dog Man: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #1): From the Creator of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey
White Fang by Jack London
It's National Hot Chocolate Day! Grab a cup and a book that has stood the test of time. White Fang is sure to please any young adventurer. A new, beautifully laid-out edition of Jack London's 1906 classic adventure story. Wronged by human and beast alike, White Fang has endured through brazen ferocity. An enemy of his kind, he is sold to a dogfighter who pits him against other canines to the death—until a Yukon gold hunter comes to his rescue and provides an opportunity for a new life. As … [Read more...] about White Fang by Jack London
The Call of the Wild by Jack London
Need some adventure in your young readers life? In this classic American adventure, Jack London explores the laws of civilization and wilderness—and the pull of instinct—through the eyes of Buck, a half Saint Bernard, half Scottish shepherd. Stolen from his comfortable life in California, Buck is sold into service as a sled dog during the Klondike Gold Rush, where returning to his primordial nature is the only way for him to survive. … [Read more...] about The Call of the Wild by Jack London
The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog by John R. Erickson
It is National Week of Cowboy Poetry. We should celebrate with the first in the series of Hank the Cowdog! The popular Hank the Cowdog series is based on the humorous antics of the canine Head of Ranch Security. In this first book, Hank and his little buddy, Drover, set out to solve a series of baffling murders on the ranch. Is Hank a suspect? An Outlaw? Can he clear his good name? USA Today calls the hilarious Hank the Cowdog series "...the best family entertainment in years." … [Read more...] about The Original Adventures of Hank the Cowdog by John R. Erickson
The Secret of the Old Clock: 80th Anniversary Limited Edition (Nancy Drew Mysteries Book 1) by Carolyn Keene
Today is International Sweatpants Day! As if we needed an excuse to put on comfy clothes and cuddle up with a good book. Introduce young readers to an iconic series, Nancy Drew, with her first book. A special treat for Nancy Drew fans! Out just in time for Nancy's 80th anniversary, we're releasing a limited number of copies of The Secret of the Old Clock, the first book in the series. It's the exciting mystery that readers have fallen in love with for 80 years, with a terrific new look and … [Read more...] about The Secret of the Old Clock: 80th Anniversary Limited Edition (Nancy Drew Mysteries Book 1) by Carolyn Keene
Life Skills 101: All You Need, But Won’t Learn in School by Ivi Green
Growing up is a painful process for everyone involved. Teens want freedom, while parents want their kids to be responsible. Teens struggle with heartbreak, friendship troubles, self-esteem issues, and overwhelming expectations. Parents worry about the choices their kids might make but can’t get through to them... and nobody knows what the #@!% they’re doing. It just so happens that we’ve got a manual for that. It’s a colorful, practical, and engaging 100-page guide to every soft skill … [Read more...] about Life Skills 101: All You Need, But Won’t Learn in School by Ivi Green