Synopsis: This charming introduction to the American Revolution is now available in paperback! When the American colonists felt they were being treated unfairly by the British, they decided to do something about it. With the help of brave citizens like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson, America won the Revolutionary War and the Declaration of Independence was born. With fun and fact-filled verse and playful illustrations, IN 1776 is perfect for…

Synopsis: It's time for lunch, and one little mouse is famished! In fact, he's so hungry that once he starts eating, he can't stop. He sinks his teeth into a crisp white turnip, gobbles up some orange carrots, devours an ear of yellow corn, then tosses back some tender green peas. He's full, but this mouse keeps on munching until his bulging belly won't hold another bite. A very hungry mouse eats a large lunch comprised of colorful foods.

Synopsis: An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and characteristics of different kinds of bears.

Synopsis: In this Ready-to-Read, Papa Smurf sends all of the Smurfs back to school. At 100 years old, they really need to brush up on their reading skills!

Synopsis: Through a true-or-false format, presents statements about the history, uses, and behavior of horses and discusses them.

Synopsis: Explores the history of the steamship Titanic, from Thomas Andrews' plans for "the safest ship on the ocean" to the lingering questions concerning its disastrous maiden voyage in 1912.

Synopsis: It was Christmastime on Mouse Island, and I couldn't wait to celebrate with my friends and family. Until I learned that they were all traveling out of town for the holidays, and I'd be spending Christmas alone! I was depressed, down, despondent, and starting to feel like a real grinch! I wandered the streets of New Mouse City, feeling sorry for myself. But then I discovered an amazing surprised that taught me the true meaning of Christmas.

Synopsis: Mike's telepathic dog Harry sends him secret signals during a baseball game when Mike struggles with his pitches. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division of ABDO.

Synopsis: Seven-year-old Scott, who is physically handicapped, falls in love with the neighbor's pony and dreams of having his own horse to do the walking for him.

Synopsis: Everyone's favorite canine hero, Santa Paws, is back in this eighth book in the series. And this time, there's more trouble than usual for him to sniff out. . . .Santa Paws is known far and wide for his amazing rescues. Even the people on tiny Blueberry Island off the coast of Maine have heard of his daring feats.Santa Paws and the entire Callahan family are spending Christmas on the island this year. It's not long before Santa Paws is sniffing…

Synopsis: Broken into three short stories of poetry and petty crime, this charming chapter book will have young readers in search of a rhyme in no time. Book 1 in the Marty Frye series!Marty Frye is not your ordinary sleuth. Marty Frye is a poet detective—he makes up rhymes as he solves small crimes. When his friend Emma's diary is missing, Marty is on the case. When Katie's flour is nowhere to be found, Marty tracks it down. And when the brand-new Action…

Synopsis: The classic story about the power of words.Donavan Allen doesn’t collect coins, comics, or trading cards like most kids. He collects words—big words, little words, soft words, and silly words. Whenever Donavan finds a new word, he writes it on a slip of paper and puts it in his word jar.But one day, Donavan discovers that his word jar is full. He can’t put any new words in without taking some of the old words out—and he wants to keep all his…

Synopsis: Suspects who are identical twins...A leaking tent...Magical worm pills...A zebra's portrait...And a sheet of toilet paper from Spain that's been swiped!These are just some of the ten brain-twisting mysteries that Encyclopedia Brown must solve by using his famous computer-like brain. Try and crack the cases along with him--the answer to all the mysteries are found in the back!

Synopsis: Hiking in the mountains with her parents, computer-loving Sarah is far from thrilled by their immersion in nature and by two llama companions, Blue Star and Compo, who bring with them a mischievous spirit of fun. Original.

Synopsis: SOMETIMES, YOU REALLY HAVE TO WATCH WHAT YOU EAT.... At Haunted Harriet's restaurant you can have Boo Burgers, Franken-furters, and Monster-Mash Potatoes. But for Nancy, the real trouble is the creepy, crawly cake that goes ker-plooey! When a snooty birthday girl gets cake-slimed, Nancy may get the blame. But make no mistake, Nancy will find out who really put the glop in the cake -- no matter who's cooking up trouble!

Synopsis: Celebrate the holidays in style -- mouse-style, that is! Join Geronimo for his first-ever special edition.It was Christmastime on Mouse Island, and I couldn't wait to celebrate with my friends and family. But then I discovered that they were all traveling out of town for the holidays, and I'd be spending Christmas alone! I was starting to feel like a real grinch. Would this be my loneliest Christmas ever?

Synopsis: This time-saving, easy-to-use Teacher Guide includes inspiring lesson plans which provide a comprehensive Novel Unit - the legwork is done for you! The guide incorporates essential reading, writing and thinking practice. (This is NOT the paperback novel.)