Synopsis: Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence? It's true. The shy Virginia statesman refused at first, but then went on to author one of our nation's most important and inspiring documents. The third U.S. president, Jefferson was also an architect, inventor, musician, farmer, and-what is certainly the most troubling aspect of his life-a slave owner. Finally, here's a biography for kids…

Synopsis: The first "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" movie opened on March 19, 2010, and earned over $75 million worldwide, making it one of the most successful films of the year. With "The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary," author Jeff Kinney shared his Hollywood experience on the set and explained to readers how a major motion picture gets made. That was just the beginning of the story. Now, in this revised and expanded edition, Jeff Kinney fills in the rest of the…

Synopsis: Adventure awaits! From the imagination of Rowley Jefferson comes an adventure of epic proportions. Join Roland and his best friend, Garg the Barbarian, as they leave the safety of their village and embark on a quest to save Roland's mom from the White Warlock. Will our heroes survive? Find out in Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure!

Synopsis: "It's a frenemy showdown and Nikki Maxwell has the worst luck. Of all the schools she could have been assigned to for the student exchange week program, she's stuck at North Hampton Hills, her arch nemesis MacKenzie Hollister's new school. Even worse, there might just be someone at NHH who can out-MacKenzie MacKenzie! At least Nikki can write about every moment of drama in her diary, so readers won't miss a moment of it. Can the queen of dorks…

Synopsis: The secrets of Elm Medona thicken . . . with Harry Houdini! When Great-Uncle Thorne arrives at Elm Medona, Maisie and Felix's lives get shaken up again. Uncle Thorne moves the family into the mansion proper. One night, Great-Aunt Maisie arranges for Thorne, Maisie, and Felix to rendezvous with her in The Treasure Chest. Minutes later, Maisie and Felix find themselves at a magic show on Coney Island in 1893 starring Harry Houdini. As they follow…

Synopsis: Greg Heffley's mom wants him to take a break from video games while Halloween approaches and he comes up with an idea to make a movie.

Synopsis: With a HUGE global fanbase, Dork Diaries is the perfect series for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Tom Gates and Jacqueline Wilson. Welcome to Nikki Maxwell's aDORKable world in this special do-it-yourself edition in the mega-selling Dork Diaries series - now with over 45 million copies in print worldwide! OMG, total disaster!! Nikki Maxwell has lost her diary!! Now the hunt is on to track it down before it falls into the wrong hands - aka mean…

Synopsis: 1 Enormous Family + 1 Beach House = A Recipe for Disaster for Greg Heffley.  In book 19 of the global hit series by #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg’s cool summer vacation is feeling more like a meltdown. There’s no AC, no privacy, and way too many family secrets bubbling to the surface. A sun-soaked, laugh-out-loud story full of family chaos, summer mishaps, and heatwave-level awkwardness—perfect for readers ages 8–12.…

Synopsis: An instant #1 USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times bestseller! Get ready for a whole new look into Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid! Introducing the newest Wimpy Kid author—Rowley Jefferson! Rowley’s best friend Greg Heffley has been chronicling his middle-school years in 20 Diary of a Wimpy Kid journals . . . and counting. But it’s finally time for readers to hear directly from Rowley in a journal of his own. In Diary of an…

Synopsis: Fourteen-year-old Nikki Maxwell writes in her diary of her struggle to be popular at her exclusive new private school, then of finding her place after she gives up on being part of the elite group.

Synopsis: Nikki Maxwell's worst nightmare comes true in book nine of the #1 "New York Times" bestselling Dork Diaries series! A certain member of the CCP girls Dork fans know "all" about has gotten her hands on Nikki's diary and has decided to share some thoughts of her own...Find out what happens when Nikki's worst nightmare becomes a reality. Welcome to Mackenzie's world!!

Synopsis: Jack and Annie are in deep trouble when the Magic Tree House whisks them back to the days of desert islands, secret maps, hidden gold--and ruthless pirates! Will Jack and Annie discover a buried treasure? Or will they walk the plank? Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Synopsis: "Nikki Maxwell has been doing everything she can to keep everyone at school from learning the truth--that she's there on scholarship in exchange for her Dad working as the school's exterminator. The last thing Nikki needs is having her friends and--worst case scenario--her crush, Brandon, associating her with the humongous roach on top of her Dad's van! Now it looks like her secret could be about to come out, and Nikki's willing to go to any…

Synopsis: "Nikki Maxwell isn't at all surprised to find out that her crush Brandon volunteers at a local animal shelter. He's such a sweet guy--of course he wants to help those adorable puppies! Then Brandon tells her that the shelter is in danger of closing, and Nikki knows she can't let that happen. Especially when she discovers a shocking secret about Brandon that makes keeping that shelter open more important than ever. So Nikki and her friends Chloe…

Synopsis: BE CLASSIC with The Westing Game, introduced by New York Times bestselling author Mac Barnett.NEWBERY MEDAL WINNER • Ellen Raskin's unforgettable, timeless classic continues to be cherished by young readers of each new generation.A highly inventive mystery begins when sixteen unlikely people gather for the reading of the very strange will of the very rich Samuel W. Westing. They could become millionaires, depending on how they play a game. All…

Synopsis: Damont Jones is running unopposed for class president and he wants to keep it that way. He hatches a plot to keep Joe Talbot busy as catcher for the traveling Little League team. The Damonster's plan is almost perfect, but he forgets one thing, Wishbone. This intrigue reminds Wishbone of the exciting book "The Man in the Iron Mask." Imagining himself as Philippe, twin brother of the king of France, Wishbone must decide if he should risk…

Synopsis: Go on a movie-making journey of epic proportions in The Wimpy Kid Movie Diary: The Next Chapter Making a movie is a lot like going on a road trip. There are twists and turns and lots of surprises along the way. Hit the road with author and illustrator Jeff Kinney and get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the latest 20th Century Fox movie, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul. Find out what it takes to film a flock of seagulls invading…

Synopsis: "A paw-some box set of the first 10 Dog Man books by worldwide bestselling author and artist Dav Pilkey. Dog Man is the crime-biting canine who is part dog, part man, and all hero!"--Publisher's description.

Synopsis: Welcome to Nikki Maxwell's aDORKable world and the mega-selling Dork Diaries series – now with over 50 million copies in print worldwide! It's the biggest dance of the year and it's up to the girls to ask the boys. Nikki really wants to ask her crush, Brandon, but what if he says no? Major cringe!  Will Nikki pluck up the courage to ask Brandon, or will she be left at home like a total dork-arella?!  With a HUGE global fanbase, Dork Diaries is…

Synopsis: Celebrate nature and the passing of seasons with this gentle journey through the woods.Each autumn, just before the onset of winter, a bear shows up in the rugged woodland. As he prepares for his long hibernation, he passes birds, foxes, and other animals. What will he see next? With beautiful watercolor illustrations and simple text, renowned author, painter, and wildlife expert Jim Arnosky offers a close-up peek into life in the forest.