Synopsis: The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe relates the story of a man's shipwreck on a desert island and his subsequent adventures. Epistolary, confessional, and didactic in form, the book is presented as an autobiography of the title character óa castaway who spends thirty years on a remote tropical island near Trinidad, encountering cannibals, captives, and mutineers, before ultimately being rescued.The story has been perceived to be based on…

Synopsis: AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR BEN MIKAELSENDANGER IN SPACE!Separated by country and culture, will danger unite Elliot, a young astronaut, and Vincent, a Maasai herder?When NASA selected Elliot to be the first teen in space, he eagerly anticipated the day he would board the space shuttle Endeavour. After intense preparations, Elliot never expected anything to go wrong on his voyage, but when danger threatens, the only contact he has, via shortwave radio,…

Synopsis: Clara Barton wanted to help people from the time she was a child. She turned her compassion for others into several careers, including teaching and nursing. Risking her life to assist soldiers during the Civil War turned her into an American hero. She went on to found the American Red Cross. Time For Kids® Biographies help make a connection between the lives of past heroes and the events of today. Clara Barton created an organization that…

Synopsis: “Looking for a fantastically fast-paced and funny read? Your wish is granted!” —Chris Grabenstein, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library Twelve-year-old Ace’s life is about to change in the most unexpected and magical ways—all because of a peanut butter jar.When he opens it, he inadvertently releases a genie named Ridge. Now a Wishmaker, Ace is given a week to complete a seemingly impossible quest, and if…

Synopsis: Danny Dragonbreath is hoping to see lots of cool bats when he and his best friend, Wendell, visit Danny's cousin, a bat specialist in Mexico. But he isn't expecting to get up close and personal with a giant bat monster, who kidnaps Danny and carries him off to her lair! Now nerdy Wendell will finally get a chance to be a hero . . . but only if he can hunt down the bat monster before she permanently adopts Danny as her bat monster baby.Ursula…

Synopsis: Follow the amazing journey of Pope Francis, whose warmth and humility have made him beloved around the world. Jorge Mario Bergoglio, aka Pope Francis, from Argentina, is the first Jesuit pope, the first from the Americas, and the first from the Southern Hemisphere. Since being elected pope he has shown a humbler, less formal approach to his office than his predecessors: a warm style that has been referred to as "no frills." His common touch and…

Synopsis: Known as the keepers of modern-day fairy tales, The Brothers Grimm are as legendary as their stories. Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm were born in 1780s Germany and were inseparable throughout their childhood. While pursuing their law degrees, the two became fascinated with folktales and folk songs. Together, they researched and published centuries of folklore in their famous early nineteenth-century compilation, Children’s and Household Tales. Thanks…

Synopsis: From the esteemed New York Times bestselling and multi-award-winning author Mac Barnett comes a thrilling, hilarious fully-illustrated new spy adventure series! Before Mac Barnett was an author, he was a kid. And while he was a kid, he was a spy. Not just any spy. But a spy...for the Queen of England. James Bond meets Diary of a Wimpy Kid with this groundbreaking fully-illustrated chapter book series Mac B., Kid Spy. The precious Crown Jewels…

Synopsis: Jared, his twin brother Simon and their sister Mallory escape from trolls who are after a book that reveals the world of the fairies.

Synopsis: In this sequel to "Howliday Inn," the Monroe family pets are again boarded at Chateau Bow-Wow, where some spooky goings-on serve as a distraction from the kennel's poor food. First there is the omen: A relentless rain stops suddenly at 3:00 am and Chester shows Harold and Howie a cat carrier, open and waiting, by the front door. Chester, who has been reading avidly about the paranormal, predicts that they will soon be traveling someplace, and…

Synopsis: Take a close-up look at Benjamin Franklin, a jack-of-all-trades who served his country well. Historical reproductions and contemporary photographs capture the life of this ingenious man and show how he made life better and safer for Americans today

Synopsis: Finally back in print after a 25-year wait! Get lost in time in this iconic interactive book where YOU decide what happens next! Packed with 40 possible endings! Choose Your Own Adventure books-the 4th bestselling children's series of all time-are back and as much fun as you remember. Kids and adults agree, these are the books that get 9- to 12-year-olds reading. YOU are hiking in Snake Canyon when you find yourself lost in the strange, dimly…

Synopsis: I, Geronimo Stilton, was amazed to find myself called back to the Kingdom of Fantasy for another adventure. Blossom, Queen of the Fairies, needed my help -- time itself was under threat! Something evil was mkaing the hands of the magical Tick Tock Timepiece spin faster and faster. It was causing Blossom to age at an alarming rate... and if she perished so would the entire Kingdom of Fantasy! Holey cheese! It was up to me to restore time and…

Synopsis: Left behind when his young owners move, a teddy bear has exciting adventures with a variety of people and animals.

Synopsis: What if Little Critter was Super Critter? In this classic 1989 story, he dreams of saving the day—from chasing aliens to standing up to bullies. Little ones will love this adventure-filled Little Critter story! There’s a bully in the neighborhood, and Little Critter imagines all the amazing ways he can stop him—if only he were Super Critter! With the power to fly, lift cars, and even chase away dinosaurs, he could protect his friends and help…

Synopsis: A Valentine's Day-themed lift-the-flap story featuring the irrepressible Splat the Cat finds Splat preparing a special valentine for a certain someone, in a tale that invites youngsters to discover fun-filled holiday surprises. Original. 75,000 first printing.

Synopsis: Little Bear loves adventures and trying new things but sometimes needs a helping hand. Find out how Mommy and Daddy Bear come to the rescue in these two special stories, I Love You, Mommy and I Love You, Daddy. These lovely stories are written by Jillian Harker with charming illustrations by Kristina Stephenson. You and your little one can enjoy this storybook with two wonderful stories over and over. Includes 2 stories: I Love You, Mommy and I…

Synopsis: Dr. Seuss now has a home in the Little Golden Books line! The youngest Seuss fans will love this rollicking retelling, great for reading aloud.

Synopsis: Children are given things by community helpers.