Synopsis: The third book in this genre-busting series is certain to enlarge Kinney's presence on the bestseller lists, where the previous titles have taken up residence for the past two years. Kinney's spot-on humor and winning formula of deadpan text set against cartoons are back in full force. This time, Greg starts off on New Year's Day (he resolves to "help other people improve," telling his mother, "I think you should work on chewing your potato…

Synopsis: Every Sunday after church, CJ and his grandma ride the bus across town. But today, CJ wonders why they don't own a car like his friend Colby. Why doesn't he have an iPod like the boys on the bus? How come they always have to get off in the dirty part of town? Each question is met with an encouraging answer from grandma, who helps him see the beauty -- and fun -- in their routine and the world around them.

Synopsis: Presents the life of the first female pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, who mysteriously disappeared in 1937 while attempting to fly around the world.

Synopsis: Giant beetle robots, a man who paints with his tongue, a tightrope-walking dog, and a tornado made of fire are just a few of the things readers will find within the pages of the newest book in the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Curioddities series!Undoubtedly Odd! is the newest title in Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Curioddities series, featuring hundreds of pages filled with astonishing stories, interesting people, and stunning photos. Scattered…

Synopsis: It's September again. What does it mean for Richard "Beast" Best to be left back? It means being teased by his old friends while he's stuck facing the same old teacher in the same old classroom. He even has to take a special reading class with "babies" like Emily Arrow and Matthew Jackson. And just like last year, he can't help getting into trouble. But with the help of Mrs. Paris, the reading teacher, Beast starts to enjoy reading and just…

Synopsis: Take a trip through the world's ecosystems.

Synopsis: Immerse yourself in the sea in this illustrated look at the world's largest mammals for the littlest learners.Simple text and watercolor art explore the anatomy, evolution, diet, and much more of these majestic ocean creatures. Captions identify different species, vocabulary words (with pronunciations), and key facts. The gray whale has the longest migration route at about 6,000 miles! A "Whale Tales" section with bonus trivia is included at the…

Synopsis: Blabber can't seem to keep his mouth shut, so his friends gently teach him how to keep a secret.

Synopsis: Teaches important dates and facts about the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.

Synopsis: These monsters do not have legs or brains, but they know how to snatch creepy crawlies and smash them up for dinner. They can latch on to other organisms and suck the lives out of them. They can even stink like rotting flesh. Turn the pages of this book if you dare to discover the science behind some of the strangest and deadliest plants on earth - back cover.

Synopsis: Packed full of examples of the most disgusting and repulsive things on the planet. The revolting and fascinating book is packed to the brim with disgusting, gross, and repulsive things sure to appeal to readers of all ages. The content is divided into a range of categories, from offensive animals, plants, and other creatures to foods, inventions, and of course, a selection of revolting human body bits such as snot, scabs, and earwax. Each page…

Synopsis: It is a dark and snowy night when the Magic Tree House whisks Jack and Annie back to colonial times. General George Washington is about to lead his army in a sneak attack against their enemy. But now the terrible weather is making the great general question his plans. Can Jack and Annie keep history on track? The fate of the country rests in their hands!

Synopsis: Flash Fleetwood finds a very quiet gorilla which he names Phil, and, to the delight of the second grade students, their teacher Mrs. Hotdogbun says he may attend school along with them.

Synopsis: "On August 25th, 2005, one of the deadliest and most destructive hurricanes in history hit the Gulf of Mexico. High winds and rain pummeled coastal communities, including the City of New Orleans, which was left under 15 feet of water in some areas after the levees burst. Track this powerful storm from start to finish, from rescue efforts large and small to storm survivors' tales of triumph"--

Synopsis: Megan is really excited about moving. She can't wait to take her lively Golden Labrador puppy, Ellie, for walks in the countryside near their new house. But Mum and Dad are worried that Ellie is getting in the way, so Gran offers to have the puppy to stay during the move. Megan and Ellie are best friends and have never been separated before. Megan misses her puppy so much - and Ellie will do anything to get home to her dear friend Megan.

Synopsis: A picture book biography introduces the ideas and accomplishments of a gifted and influential speaker by using some of his own words to tell the story.