Synopsis: A yard sale, ice skating, class pictures, and a surprise party are a few of the things that make fourth grade fun for Julio and his friends, but they must get serious about studying as the statewide end-of-year test approaches.

Synopsis: Written by children's authors and compiled by leading experts in the field of literacy, DK READERS capture children's interest and help them learn. DK Readers is a multi-level learning-to-read program combining DK's highly visual style with appealing stories at four graduated levels. Stunning photographs and engaging, age-appropriate stories are guaranteed to capture a child's interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge. DK…

Synopsis: "Alemitu lives with her mother in a poor village in Ethiopia, where she must walk miles for water and hunger roars in her belly. Even though life is difficult, she dreams of someday knowing more about the world. When her mother has no choice but to leave her at an orphanage to give her a chance at a better life, an American family adopts Alemitu"--

Synopsis: In this chilling Gothic tale from ghost story master Mary Downing Hahn, an orphan girl sent to live in Crutchfield Hall finds the place haunted by the ghost of her cousin Sophia, who is bent on revenge. Twelve-year-old Florence looks forward to a new life with her great uncle and aunt at Crutchfield Hall, certain it's bound to be better than the grim orphanage she has lived in since her parents' death. But Florence doesn't expect the ghost of…

Synopsis: In this sequel to "Cousins, " an ALA Best Book for Young Adults, Cammy Coleman's second cousins are in town for the big Coleman reunion, and their sophisticated New York City ways and family secrets threaten to change Cammy's world forever.

Synopsis: Everyone loves a rainbow! Find out why rainbows appear ... and all about clouds, winds, hail, hurricanes, tornadoes, and other weather words. -- From back cover.

Synopsis: Who is caught red-handed in "The Case of the Circus Footprints?" Who spooked Mr. Bramble in "The Case of the Haunted House?" Readers solve these crimes and more by examining the evidence provided in seven challenging cases and putting together the jigsaw puzzle at the end of each case.

Synopsis: Set the record straight about presidents, spies, generals, and all kinds of leaders who led this country to greatness.

Synopsis: Teaches readers all about river otters, including their activities, what they eat, and how they teach their young.

Synopsis: Delves into the life of the inventor Edison, recounting the joys, tragedies, and successes of his life, and explains the scientific principles behind his revolutionary work.

Synopsis: Reeve McClain, Jr.-Junebug- has decided to skip his birthday. Since ten is the age when boys in the projects are forced to join gangs or are ensnared by drug dealers, Junebug would rather remain nine. Still, he does have a birthday wish: to someday become a ship's captain and sail away. So Junebug comes up with a plan to launch a flotilla, fifty glass bottles containing notes with his wish, in the hope that someone somewhere will help to make…

Synopsis: Kitty's owners are taking a week off and leaving Kitty and Puppy at home with Uncle Murray. It isn't long before Uncle Murray is driven to near madness by shenanigans of epic proportions.

Synopsis: "This special edition was printed for Kohl's Department Stores, Inc. (for distribution on behalf of Kohl's Cares, LLC, its wholly owned subsidiary) by Appleseed Press Book Publishers"--Copyright p.

Synopsis: Travel with Jack and Annie to the deep, dark ocean to encounter the stealthiest of underwater predators: the shark! Jack and Annie are going on vacation! Or so they think. Teddy, the young sorcerer, has promised them a relaxing time off the coast of Mexico. The magic tree house whisks them away to a beautiful sandy beach, and Jack and Annie are ready to raft on the ocean waves. But when a hungry shark attacks, their dream vacation turns into a…

Synopsis: After thirteen-year-old Conner returns to the Land of Stories and reunites with his twin sister, Alex, who is training to become the next Fairy Godmother, war breaks out in the fairy-tale world -- Publisher.

Synopsis: The strong photographs and lively text answer such questions as "How does an insect breathe underwater?"--"Why are head lice difficult to dislodge?"--"Why do moths flutter around lights?"--"How does an insect attract a mate at night?"

Synopsis: Would you rather eat 1/4 of a pizza or 1/8 of a pizza? Find 3/4 of a dollar or 1/10 of a dollar? Confused? You don't have to be! Fractions are made easy in this simple and hands-on math concept book. You'll learn what the top and bottom numbers are called, and what they mean. You will also find out how to recognize and compare different fractions. Just follow the clear instructions and you will learn the most important thing of all -- that…

Synopsis: Two sisters enjoy different things.