Synopsis: As the Planet's Funniest Kid Comic finals near, Jamie faces a whirlwind of attention at school and in the media and the fame starts to go to his head, but in Hollywood with Uncle Frankie, some of his fellow comedians quickly show him what competition and pressure are all about.

Synopsis: Hurricanes. Typhoons. Cyclones. No matter what you call them, these formidable, swirling storms are the most devastating events in nature. hurricanes takes young readers on an in-depth exploration of one of the most awe-inspiring phenomena on Earth! This dramatic account of hurricanes and the disasters they leave behind, including Andrew and Katrina, are intensified through arresting full-color photographs and satellite images. Award-winning…

Synopsis: When someone takes a pet goldfish, then other items from Ms. Herschel's classroom, each time leaving a clue in the form of a poem, student Edgar Allan competes with a classmate to be first to solve the mystery.

Synopsis: The Everyday History series explains, in a clear and interesting way, how different aspects of daily life have changed over the centuries. Each title guides the reader through time, showing important discoveries and changes that have resulted in the world as we know it today.

Synopsis: Key Features Description Things are hard for eleven-year-old Yonder. Her mother died and her father has sunk into sadness. She doesn't have a friend to her name . . . except for Dirt, the Shetland pony next door. Dirt has problems of his own. He's overweight, he's always in trouble, and his owner is the mean Miss Enid, who doesn't have the patience for a pony's natural curiosity. His only friend is Yonder, the scrawny girl next door. So when…

Synopsis: School Dictionary

Synopsis: The world's best-selling almanac for kids is back and in demand! This year's includes the latest information about what's new and newsy in our world, special dates to anticipate, and fresh topics, and much more. Have fun keeping up with our quickly changing world with the New York Times best-selling almanac, curated and created just for kids. It's packed with incredible photos; tons of fun facts, crafts, and activities; and fascinating features…

Synopsis: Learn about hundreds of interesting topics in this incredible Encyclopedia of Everything from Discovery Kids. With fun facts, colorful photos, and clear information it is the perfect tool to use to make learning not only fun but also exciting. From the vast universe to tiny bugs in the animal kingdom, children of all ages will love using this beautifully illustrated encyclopedia to live, learn, and discover.

Synopsis: Learn how to design, animate and create incredible computer graphics using free software. With easy-to-follow, illustrated step-by-step instructions, create all types of projects, from Pop Art posters and photo cubes to game animations and a 3D city. Inspiration is offered from key artists, from the graffiti art of Banksy to the geometric art of Piet Mondrian. Each of the five chapters focuses on a key area of computer graphics, explaining the…

Synopsis: Fifth-grader Sammy Hayes-Rodriguez's mother requires him to take her latest invention, a robotic 'brother,' to school with him.

Synopsis: This updated and expanded dictionary was created for students in the second through sixth grades. An age-appropriate word list and kid-friendly definitions make this value-priced dictionary a favorite of teachers, students and parents.

Synopsis: Book by Geddes n Grosset

Synopsis: FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. When a strange little man comes to the Coven Tree church social promising he can give people exactly what they ask for, three believers-in-magic each make a wish that comes true in the most unexpected way. FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. When a strange little man comes to the Coven Tree church social promising he can give people exactly what they ask for, three believers-in-magic each make a wish…

Synopsis: In 1787. . . We were given the right to practice the religion of our choice. We were given the right to say what we wanted without persecution. It was written that our house and property were secure from unreasonable search and seizure. We were given the right to a public trial. Fifty-five men we will never know sat in a sweltering room and fought for us. We were given our rights as citizens of the United States. Every second fall, as we…

Synopsis: Uses ordinary experiences to present twelve combinations of numbers that add up to eleven. Example: At the circus, six peanut shells and five pieces of popcorn.

Synopsis: Der winzige, aber kluge Fisch Swimmy will ins große Meer hinaus. Denn dort warten die Wunder! Die kleinen roten Fische aber haben Angst vor den riesigen Fischen dort draußen. Swimmy überlegt und überlegt. Und endlich hat er eine Idee. "Ich hab's!", ruft er fröhlich. "Lasst uns etwas ausprobieren. "Und schon bald schwimmt der Schwarm kleiner Fische in Form eines Riesenfisches in das weite Meer hinaus. Und wirklich - die Riesenfische wagen nicht…

Synopsis: A basic introduction to the concept of states for emergent readers. Color photographs reflect the short, easy-to-understand sentences that improve vocabulary and comprehension.

Synopsis: I have a little dreidel, I made it out of clay, And when it's dry and ready, then dreidel I shall play! It's time for Hanukkah, and Hanukkah is a time for family. This reasonably priced hardcover picture book features the classic holiday dreidel song, with extra rhyming verses added on. We see the family gathering at a child's house, mama and child working together to make latkes (a classic Hanukkah treat), the family lighting the menorah, and…

Synopsis: Discusses the ways in which people all over the world move from place to place, including walking, riding on animals, and traveling on wheel and water.