Synopsis: The sixth installment in the Swindle series, in which The Man With The Plan gets a new rival . . . and the search for a missing lottery ticket becomes a hunt of epic proportions.JACKPOT: the top prize in a game or lottery; a sensational and unexpected success, stroke of luck, windfall, bounty, pay day . . .What would you do with $30,000,000? That's the question everyone in Cedarville and every town near it is asking, because right now there's an…

Synopsis: Sam Graves's school is ALIVE!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is 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!In the second book in the series, Sam Graves's friend Lucy disappears into her locker! Sam and his friend…

Synopsis: Kevin doesn't mean to make trouble when he lies. He's just really good at it, and it makes life so much easier. But as his lies pile up, he finds himself in big—and funny—trouble with his friends, family, and teachers. He's got to find a way to end his lying streak—forever.

Synopsis: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Celebrate the special bond between grandpas and grandchildren in this delightful New York Times bestseller that puts the kids in charge! The perfect gift for Father's Day, Grandparent's Day, and any day shared with Grandpa! Here's everything a kid needs to know to spend a fun-filled day with grandpa! Written in a how-to style, the narrator gives important tips for "babysitting" a grandpa, including what to eat for…

Synopsis: Frannie, a junior high-school student in 1960s Oklahoma, discovers the terrible truth about her school's deep-seated prejudice when she befriends Celeste, the first black student to attend the school.

Synopsis: More than anything Hedgie wants to be an astronaut and travel into space. He gets his chance the day the geyser, Big Sparkler, starts to sputter and fade, disappointing all the alien tourists, who fly to the tiny planet of Mikkop to throw coins into Big Sparkler and look at the strange flowers that survive on its sparkles.Because only Hedgie can fit into a small space ship, he flies to Mikkop, where he not only finds out what is clogging up Big…

Synopsis: Kazu Kibuishi's thrilling #1 New York Times bestselling series continues! Emily has lost control of her Amulet and is imprisoned in the Void, where she must find a way to escape the influence of the Voice. Meanwhile, Emily's brother, Navin, travels to Lighthouse One, a space station where the Resistance is preparing to battle the approaching Shadow forces that would drain planet Alledia of all its resources. Emily and Navin must be smarter and…

Synopsis: How do insects breathe? Where do they go during the winter? Beginning readers can find the answers to their questions about an incredible variety of insects through fascinating text and fabulous full-color photographs.

Synopsis: An addition to a popular science series provides answers to commonly asked questions about space exploration, including "Which was the first living being in space?" and "Do you grow taller or shorter in space?" Simultaneous.

Synopsis: Questions and answers provide information about spiders, how they go about finding food, escaping their enemies, what spiders make what kind of webs, which spiders are the best hunters, how important they are to life on earth, and how we can help them.

Synopsis: A lively and informative Level 2 non-fiction Hello Reader about the life of George Washington, the first president of the United States. Born in a Virginia farmhouse, and proving himself early on to be an honest, intelligent, natural leader, George Washington grew up to become the very first president of the United States of America. What was George's life like from his farm boy beginnings to his rise to the presidency? With engaging text, this…

Synopsis: Readers can learn about the Pilgrims' arrival in the new world, their harsh first winter, and their relationship with Native Americans. The book culminates with the great harvest feast shared between the English and the Natives, which came to be known as the first Thanksgiving. Full-color illustrations.

Synopsis: An addition to a popular science series uses a question-and-answer format to provide information about the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of sharks. Original.