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Creep from the deep

Stine, R. L.,


Presents two short horror stories for children by R. L. Stine in which Billy and Sheena find themselves in two unlikely adventures as they face their worst nightmares.
Date Published:2008

Shark vs. train

Barton, Chris,


A shark and a train compete in a series of contests on a seesaw, in hot air balloons, bowling, shooting baskets, playing hide-and-seek, and more.
Date Published:2010

The Bad Guys in the others

Blabey, Aaron,


"OK. A lot of the stuff we said on the back of the last book was NOT TRUE. We now admit that The Bad Guys is WEIRD. We also admit that it features ALL the weird stuff we said it didn't. PLUS there's now a whole bunch of even weirder stuff involving an over-sharing bat, a really scary new character who lives in the woods, and a strangely confident little guy with a mullet. So, uh, don't relax, maybe FREAK OUT a little and have your MIND BLOWN by the BAD GUYS!"--Back cover.
Date Published:2022

"OK. A lot of the stuff we said on the back of the last book was NOT TRUE. We now admit that The Bad Guys is WEIRD. We also admit that it features ALL the weird stuff we said it didn't. PLUS there's now a whole bunch of even weirder stuff involving an over-sharing bat, a really scary new character who lives in the woods, and a strangely confident little guy with a mullet. So, uh, don't relax, maybe FREAK OUT a little and have your MIND BLOWN by the BAD GUYS!"--Back cover.

Date Published:2022

Guts

Telgemeier, Raina,


"Graphix." Booklist, June 01, 2019. Kirkus, June 01, 2019. Publisher's Weekly starred, May 13, 2019. The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, September 2019. Horn book starred, September 2019. School library journal, August 2019. A funny true story from the author's childhood about growing up, anxiety that leads to serious stomach problems, and gathering the courage to explore--and eventually conquer--her fears. In graphic novel format.
Date Published:2019

"Graphix." Booklist, June 01, 2019. Kirkus, June 01, 2019. Publisher's Weekly starred, May 13, 2019. The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, September 2019. Horn book starred, September 2019. School library journal, August 2019. A funny true story from the author's childhood about growing up, anxiety that leads to serious stomach problems, and gathering the courage to explore--and eventually conquer--her fears. In graphic novel format.

Date Published:2019

Chez Bob

Shea, Bob,


Booklist Starred Reviews, Horn Book Guide, Kirkus Reviews Starred, Publishers Weekly Starred, School Library Journal Starred, Bob the alligator is hungry, so he comes up with a brilliant idea for a restaurant. He opens Chez Bob, a birdseed restaurant on his nose so birds will land on him and he can eat them. His first customer says he will tell all his friends about Bob's restaurant, so Bob decides not to eat the bird. Soon, birds from all over arrive to eat at his restaurant and a small town sprouts up around Bob. When a storm arrives, the birds fly into Bob's mouth, and he realizes it is his chance to eat the birds. He thinks about how much he would miss his new friends if he ate them and decides to set them free.
Date Published:2021

Booklist Starred Reviews, Horn Book Guide, Kirkus Reviews Starred, Publishers Weekly Starred, School Library Journal Starred, Bob the alligator is hungry, so he comes up with a brilliant idea for a restaurant. He opens Chez Bob, a birdseed restaurant on his nose so birds will land on him and he can eat them. His first customer says he will tell all his friends about Bob's restaurant, so Bob decides not to eat the bird. Soon, birds from all over arrive to eat at his restaurant and a small town sprouts up around Bob. When a storm arrives, the birds fly into Bob's mouth, and he realizes it is his chance to eat the birds. He thinks about how much he would miss his new friends if he ate them and decides to set them free.

Date Published:2021

Diary of Wimpy Kid : diper overlode /

Kinney, Jeff,


Tagging along with his brother Rodrick's band, Loded Diper, Greg gets more than he bargained for when he gets a backstage pass to the rock 'n' roll lifestyle and wonders if he can help them become the legends they think they are.
Date Published:2022

I survived the eruption of Mount St. Helens, 1980

Tarshis, Lauren,


On May 18, 1980, eleven-year-old Jessie Marlowe and her best friends, Eddie and Sam, are in a forest near Mount St. Helens when the months of wondering whether the volcano will erupt are finally answered--all three are badly burned, but it is up to Jessie to protect the boys as best she can and hope that somebody comes to rescue them.
Date Published:2016

Bear stays up for Christmas

Wilson, Karma,


Bear's friends awaken him the day before Christmas and help him to stay awake as they bake fruitcakes, fill stockings, and sing carols; then, while they sleep, he prepares his own surprise.
Date Published:2004

An Elephant & Piggie biggie.

Willems, Mo,


Collects five stories about friends Elephant and Piggie.
Date Published:2021

Baking wonderland : a mix and match cookbook for kids! /

Parker, Jean, (Baker),


Includes index. "This mix-and-match cookbook is for curious kids who love to laugh. It's the perfect first baking book for children to use their imaginations, learn new skills and take their baking adventures to out-of-this-world heights! Be our guest and explore this magical theme park full of the most scrumptious cookie, cupcake, donut and cake recipes. Mix and match them with our fabulous frostings, glazes, toppings, and milks to build countless combinations for your dream desserts"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2023

Includes index. "This mix-and-match cookbook is for curious kids who love to laugh. It's the perfect first baking book for children to use their imaginations, learn new skills and take their baking adventures to out-of-this-world heights! Be our guest and explore this magical theme park full of the most scrumptious cookie, cupcake, donut and cake recipes. Mix and match them with our fabulous frostings, glazes, toppings, and milks to build countless combinations for your dream desserts"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2023

I survived the great Chicago fire, 1871

Ball, Georgia,


"Based on the novel in the New York times bestselling series by Lauren Tarshis." "The graphic novel"--Front cover. "Middle grade, ages 8 through 12"--Back cover. Robbed on the train platform as soon as he arrives in the city, eleven-year-old Oscar Starling soon finds himself in the middle of the Great Chicago Fire when he chases after his thief, who is herself in need of rescue.
Date Published:2023

I survived the Great Chicago Fire, 1871

Tarshis, Lauren,


Robbed on the train platform as soon as he arrives in the city, eleven-year-old Oscar Starling soon finds himself in the middle of the Great Chicago Fire when he chases after his thief, who is herself in need of rescue.
Date Published:2015

Tales from a not-so-best friend forever

Russell, Rachel Renée,


Nikki and her bandmates are looking forward to an awesome summer on tour as the opening act for the world famous Bad Boyz! Nikki is a little worried when her frenemy, MacKenzie Hollister, weasels her way into a social media intern position with the tour. But she has a total meltdown when she learns that MacKenzie is her new roommate! Will Nikki survive her dream tour as it quickly goes from awesome to awful?
Date Published:2019

Nikki and her bandmates are looking forward to an awesome summer on tour as the opening act for the world famous Bad Boyz! Nikki is a little worried when her frenemy, MacKenzie Hollister, weasels her way into a social media intern position with the tour. But she has a total meltdown when she learns that MacKenzie is her new roommate! Will Nikki survive her dream tour as it quickly goes from awesome to awful?

Date Published:2019

I survived the bombing of Pearl Harbor, 1941

Tarshis, Lauren,


Sand flew up into Danny's eyes. And then from behind him, a huge explosion seemed to shatter the world. The force lifted Danny off his feet and threw him onto the ground. And then Danny couldn't hear anything at all.
Date Published:2012

I survived the attacks of September 11, 2001

Tarshis, Lauren,


When Lucas decides to skip school because he wants to discuss football with a firefighter friend of his father, he finds himself caught up in the terrorist attacks on New York City.
Date Published:2020

I survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005

Ball, Georgia,


"Based on the novel in the New York times bestselling series by Lauren Tarshis." "The graphic novel"--Front cover. "Middle grade, ages 8 through 12"--Back cover. "[In this graphic novel adaptation,] Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans. But when Barry's little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the storm. At first, Katrina doesn't seem to be as bad as predicted. But overnight the levees break, and Barry's world is literally torn apart. He's swept away by the floodwaters, away from his family. Can he survive the storm of the century--alone?"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2022

"Based on the novel in the New York times bestselling series by Lauren Tarshis." "The graphic novel"--Front cover. "Middle grade, ages 8 through 12"--Back cover. "[In this graphic novel adaptation,] Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans. But when Barry's little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the storm. At first, Katrina doesn't seem to be as bad as predicted. But overnight the levees break, and Barry's world is literally torn apart. He's swept away by the floodwaters, away from his family. Can he survive the storm of the century--alone?"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2022

Big Nate: game on

Peirce, Lincoln,


"Big Nate poster inside"--Cover. "To sixth-grader Nate Wright, life is one big game. So when he suits up for any sport, he does it with an unmistakable swagger. From fine-tuning his trash-talking skills on the basketball court to his cocky 'tude in the soccer goal, Nate can be a bigger challenge to his teammates than their opponents."--P. [4] of cover.
Date Published:2014

Big Nate: I can't take it

Peirce, Lincoln,


"Big Nate poster inside"--Cover. "Life can be stressful for Nate Wright. At school, Mrs. Godfrey makes every day a nightmare. At home, he's stuck between Ellen, his incredibly annoying older sister, and Dad, perhaps the most clueless parent of all time. And don't get him started on Gina, the ultimate teacher's pet, or Artur, the unassuming exchange student who bests him at every turn. It's enough to make even a can-do kid like Nate scream: 'I CAN'T TAKE IT!'" -- Publisher's web site.
Date Published:2014

"Big Nate poster inside"--Cover. "Life can be stressful for Nate Wright. At school, Mrs. Godfrey makes every day a nightmare. At home, he's stuck between Ellen, his incredibly annoying older sister, and Dad, perhaps the most clueless parent of all time. And don't get him started on Gina, the ultimate teacher's pet, or Artur, the unassuming exchange student who bests him at every turn. It's enough to make even a can-do kid like Nate scream: 'I CAN'T TAKE IT!'" -- Publisher's web site.

Date Published:2014

Dog Man : A tale of two kitties.

Pilkey, Dav, 1966-,


School Library Journal, August 2017. Horn Book, April 2018. Kirkus Review, June 2017. "Dog Man, the newest hero from the creator of Captain Underpants, hasn't always been a paws-itive addition to the police force. While he can muzzle miscreants, he tends to leave a slick of slobber in his wake! This time, Petey the cat's dragged in a tiny bit of trouble -- a double in the form of a super-cute kitten. Dog Man will have to work twice as hard to bust these furballs and remain top dog!"--Amazon.com.
Date Published:2017

School Library Journal, August 2017. Horn Book, April 2018. Kirkus Review, June 2017. "Dog Man, the newest hero from the creator of Captain Underpants, hasn't always been a paws-itive addition to the police force. While he can muzzle miscreants, he tends to leave a slick of slobber in his wake! This time, Petey the cat's dragged in a tiny bit of trouble -- a double in the form of a super-cute kitten. Dog Man will have to work twice as hard to bust these furballs and remain top dog!"--Amazon.com.

Date Published:2017

I survived the Nazi invasion, 1944

Ball, Georgia,


Based on: I survived the Nazi invasion, 1944 / Lauren Tarshis. School Library Journal, April 2021. "It's been years since the Nazis invaded Max Rosen's home country of Poland. All the Jewish people, including Max's family, have been forced to live in a ghetto. At least Max and his sister, Zena, had Papa with them--until two months ago, when the Nazis took him away. Now Max and Zena are on their own. One day, with barely enough food to survive, the siblings make a daring escape from Nazi soldiers into the nearby forest. They are found by Jewish resistance fighters, who take them to a safe camp. But soon, grenades are falling all around them. Can Max and Zena survive the fallout of the Nazi invasion?"--Provided by publisher.
Date Published:2021

Based on: I survived the Nazi invasion, 1944 / Lauren Tarshis. School Library Journal, April 2021. "It's been years since the Nazis invaded Max Rosen's home country of Poland. All the Jewish people, including Max's family, have been forced to live in a ghetto. At least Max and his sister, Zena, had Papa with them--until two months ago, when the Nazis took him away. Now Max and Zena are on their own. One day, with barely enough food to survive, the siblings make a daring escape from Nazi soldiers into the nearby forest. They are found by Jewish resistance fighters, who take them to a safe camp. But soon, grenades are falling all around them. Can Max and Zena survive the fallout of the Nazi invasion?"--Provided by publisher.

Date Published:2021