Synopsis: Written in appealing, fact-filled prose, this resource explores the ways that Greece's landscape, geography, history, folklore and traditions are all tied to its food. Kid-friendly recipes add to the hands-on appeal and are just one of the many features of this colorful, cultural study of Greek cuisine.

Synopsis: The story of Italian cuisine comes alive in this colorful resource. By focusing on Italy's important staples, favorite foods, snacks, desserts and holiday dishes, this rich volume invites young readers to explore Italian life. Interesting facts about food origins and food in relation to Italian history, eating habits and culture fill this entertaining book. Tied to the text are kid friendly recipes and other features that make this a hands-on…

Synopsis: Globally bestselling Divergent author Veronica Roth delivers a breathtaking fantasy featuring an unusual friendship, an epic love story, and a galaxy-sweeping adventure. #1 New York Times bestseller * Wall Street Journal bestseller * USA Today bestseller * #1 IndieBound bestseller Praise for Carve the Mark: “Roth skillfully weaves the careful world-building and intricate web of characters that distinguished Divergent.” —VOYA (starred review)“…

Synopsis: Find out all about the amazing animals you need to know but never get to see, from the numbat to the zorilla, and everything in between.

Synopsis: Little Charlie the bear cub says he would do anything for his mother and proves it to her when bedtime arrives.

Synopsis: Frogilina is the prettiest frog that Froggy has ever seen. He can't even think straight when she's around. With Valentine's Day around the corner, he gets busy making his beloved a special treat. Full-color illustrations.

Synopsis: Fathers cannot do a lot of the things that regular people can, such as sleeping late, keeping their ties clean, and reading books on their own, but there is one thing they can do better than anyone.

Synopsis: A Mississippi town in 1964 gets riled when tempers flare at the segregated public pool.As much as Gloriana June Hemphill, or Glory as everyone knows her, wants to turn twelve, there are times when Glory wishes she could turn back the clock a year. Jesslyn, her sister and former confidante, no longer has the time of day for her now that she’ll be entering high school. Then there’s her best friend, Frankie. Things have always been so easy with…

Synopsis: BABBITT, Natalie: Tuck Everlasting: A Novel. New York, Scholastic, Inc., 1975. Paperback, 139 pp. Subject: Novel / Children…

Synopsis: It's a treasure trove of trouble! Jack and Annie are in for a high-seas adventure when the magic tree house whisks them back to the days of deserted islands, secret maps--and ruthless pirates! Will they discover a buried treasure? Or will they be forced to walk the plank?

Synopsis: "Welcome to Animal Rescue Friends, where any stray can find a friendly face--furry or otherwise. This first collection of middle-grade comics includes five tales of found family: A lonely girl living in the suburbs finds happiness with a stray pit bull; a protective mama ferret and her six kits learn to trust a shelter volunteer; a shy boy stands up for himself with the help of a strong-willed bunny; a cantankerous cat helps to mend a troubled…

Synopsis: Michael and his friends must rescue a child prodigy as the thrilling action continues in this electrifying fourth installment of the #1 New York Times bestselling series!Michael, Taylor, Ostin and the rest of the Electroclan head to China in search of a girl who may have discovered why Michael and his friends became electric. Her name is Lin Julung, or Jade Dragon, and she’s a child prodigy with an IQ higher than Einstein’s—and Ostin’s. But…

Synopsis: Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing

Synopsis: The hair-raising action continues for Michael Vey in this charged third installment of the #1 New York Times bestselling series.Michael, Taylor, Ostin and the rest of the Electroclan have destroyed the largest of the Elgen Starxource plants, but now they’re on the run. The Elgen have teamed up with the Peruvian army to capture them, and only Michael remains free. With his friends due to stand trial for terrorism—a charge that may carry the death…

Synopsis: In Lois Lowry's Newbery Medal-winning classic, twelve-year-old Jonas lives in a seemingly ideal world. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver does he begin to understand the dark secrets behind his fragile community. This movie tie-in edition features cover art from the movie and an exclusive Q…

Synopsis: A New York Times bestselling series A USA TODAY bestselling series A California Young Reader Medal–winning series Sophie battles the rebels—and recovers dark memories from her past—in this jaw-dropping fourth book in the bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series.Sophie Foster is on the run—but at least she’s not alone. Her closest friends from the Lost Cities have gone with her to join the Black Swan. They still have doubts about the shadowy…

Synopsis: George helps a little boy with his paper route and gets into all sorts of trouble.