Synopsis: The Mandalorian and The Child are on the run, and nowhere is safe!The Mandalorian and The Child are on the run, and nowhere is safe!Years after the fall of the Galactic Empire, a solitary bounty hunter is given a simple mission. Find and return the Child to the Imperial Remnant, all that remains of the once all-powerful Empire. This mysterious orphan has a power that can possibly turn events in their favor, and acquisition of that power is…

Synopsis: Read the modern classic about a young witch and her clever cat that started it all! Nostalgic fans of the Hiyao Miyazaki film, Kiki's Delivery Service and newcomers alike will love this exciting new translation of the beloved fantasy story."This new translation is perfect." --School Library JournalHalf-witch Kiki never runs from a challenge. So when her thirteenth birthday arrives, she's eager to follow a witch's tradition: choose a new town to…

Synopsis: From R.L. Stine, master horror author of the Goosebumps series and the Fear Street trilogy—now streaming on Netflix—comes another spooky tale! Inkweed, the evil “Ghost of the Black Sleep,” has inhabited Max, hoping for the moment when Max falls asleep— that’s when he can bring his crushing, evil powers to life. Nicky and Tara work frantically to keep Max awake. But they’re running out of ideas and after a few days of no sleep, Max is desperate.…

Synopsis: Rousing renditions of nine songs from Wade and Cheryl Hudson's acclaimed collection are introduced by brief narratives that set each song in its historical context. From songs of the motherland to work songs of slaves, from spirituals and gospel to jazz, 23 songs are included in a full-color picture book containing lyrics, music and background.

Synopsis: Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic adventure tale of piracy on the raging tropic seas Masterfully crafted, Treasure Island is an unforgettable yarn of treachery that embroils a host of legendary swashbucklers from honest young Jim Hawkins to sinister, two-timing Israel Hands to evil incarnate, blind Pew. But above all, Treasure Island is a complex study of good and evil, as embodied by that hero-villain, Long John Silver; the merry unscrupulous…

Synopsis: An all-ages adventure by the three-time Nebula nominee: "Cog is a gem of a robot, and his robotic observations are comedic gold. Readers will be charmed." — Booklist   Five robots are on a mission to rescue their inventor from the corporation that controls them all—and their programming will never be the same . . .   Cog looks like a normal twelve-year-old boy. But his name is short for "cognitive development," and he was built to learn. After…

Synopsis: Because Of Winn Dixie by DiCamillo, Kate Paperback “This is the kind of book people love and tell their friend to read.” — Washington Post When ten-year old India Opal Buloni moves to Naomi, Florida, with her father, she doesn’t know what to expect — least of all, that she’ll adopt Winn-Dixie, a dog she named after the super-market they meet. Before long, Opal and her father realize — with a little help from Winn-Dixie — that while they’ve both…

Synopsis: A king who wishes for the golden touch is faced with its unfortunate consequences. Accelerated Reader: Reading Level 4.4, 0.5 Points.

Synopsis: NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE!"I wish I'd had these books as a kid. Hilarious!" -- Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants and Dog ManThey may look like Bad Guys, but these wannabe heroes are doing good deeds...whether you like it or not! This New York Times bestselling illustrated series is perfect for fans of Dog Man and Captain Underpants.The Bad Guys have flown through outer space, made it back to Earth, and managed to land in exactly the…

Synopsis: NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE!"I wish I'd had these books as a kid. Hilarious!" -- Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants and Dog ManThey may look like Bad Guys, but these wannabe heroes are doing good deeds...whether you like it or not! This New York Times bestselling illustrated series is perfect for fans of Dog Man and Captain Underpants.It's a zombie kitten apocalypse!Can the Bad Guys save the world from evil Dr. Marmalade's meowing monsters…

Synopsis: From the imaginations of bestselling authors Holly Black and Cassandra Clare comes a heart-stopping plunge into the magical unknown. Think you know magic? Think again. The Magisterium awaits . . . Most people would do anything to get into the Magisterium and pass the Iron Trial. Not Callum Hunt. Call has been told his whole life that he should never trust a magician. And so he tries his best to do his worst - but fails at failing. Now he must…

Synopsis: A clever spider tricks Elephant and some other animals into thinking the melon in which he is hiding can talk.

Synopsis: Not just anyone can be a knight, and this spell-binding collection of action-packed stories from around the world will show you why. From the familiar court of King Arthur to the distant realm of Prince Vladimir of Kiev, this enticing collection reveals that being a good knight is harder than it may seem. Not only are a brave heart and a strong arm required, but it is also necessary to know your own weaknesses, learn to cooperate with others and…

Synopsis: This brilliantly retold and powerfully illustrated tale of classic mythology is narrated by the wizard Merlin. The tale begins with the origin of Merlin's magic powers and ends with Arthur's departure for the isle of Avalon. Relive the famous tales of Lancelot and Guinevere's tragic love, the reverent quest for the Holy Grail, and finally, Arthur's devastating defeat in battle. Full-color illustrations.

Synopsis: At a time when we are all asking questions about identity, grief, and how to stand up for what is right, this book by the author of A Thousand Questions will hit home with young readers who love Hena Khan and Varian Johnson--or anyone struggling to understand recent U.S. history and how it still affects us today. Yusuf Azeem has spent all his life in the small town of Frey, Texas--and nearly that long waiting for the chance to participate in…

Synopsis: From celebrated author Jane Yolen comes this inspiring collection of folktales from around the world, all featuring strong female heroes. These fifteen folktales have one thing in common: brainy, bold, brave women--and not one damsel in distress! There is Bradamante, the fierce medieval knight; Li Chi, the Chinese girl who slays a dreaded serpent and saves her town; Makhta, a female warrior who leads her Sioux tribe into battle; and many more…

Synopsis: Native American Culture Comes Back To Life In The Details Of These Beautiful Illustrations.

Synopsis: This fascinating book looks at many of the lodges, or dwellings, built and used by the native nations across the continent. A map showing the lodges appears at the beginning of the book, and beautiful, detailed illustrations show the exteriors, interiors, and way of life in each lodge. The straightforward layout and informative text present information in an easy-to-follow format. Homes include: * wigwams, longhouses, tipis * southern thatch…

Synopsis: Thick clusters of vivid blue flowers, which resemble old-fashioned sunbonnets, cover the Texas hills in the springtime every year. These lovely wild flowers, known by the name of bluebonnet, are the state flower of Texas. This favorite legend based on Comanche Indian lore, tells the story of how the bluebonnet came to be. Tomie dePaola's powerful retelling and his magnificent full-color paintings perfectly capture the Comanche People, the Texas…