Kirjahaku

A fifth-grader needs to find one thing he's good at before starting middle school. Every child about to enter middle school will be able to relate to this heart-warming, funny story. Student Anthony Pantaloni needs to figure out one thing he does well—one thing that will replace the Antsy Pants nickname he got tagged with on the first day of fifth grade, one good thing he can “own” before moving up to middle school next year. It seems that every kid at Carpenter Elementary has a claim to fame: Marcus is Mr. Athletic, Alexis is Smart Aleck, Bethany has her horse obsession, and even Cory is known as the toughest kid in the school. Ant tries lots of things, but nothing sticks! It doesn’t help that there are obstacles along the way—a baton-twirling teacher, an annoying cousin, and Dad's new girlfriend, to name a few. Just One Thing! is chock full of hilarious adventures that will keep young readers cheering until the very end. Ages 8–12.

An adventure novel for young readers that asks the question: can two very different people ever be friends? Twelve-year-old Bernice Baransky likes the grunge look she’s come by honestly as the only girl at Porchtown Skate Park who can pop an ollie, ride the rails, and grind the slabs. She’d love to impress Wyatt Anderson, a skater who calls her Dude, but Bernice can’t seem to do more than mumble when he’s around. Should she accept help from a new neighbor, the proper and princessy Odelia, who is desperate to befriend her? Odelia keeps a fancy notebook called Odelia's Guide to the Social Graces and spouts off hilarious lessons on poise, posture, manners, and what to do about embarrassing “oopsies” like unexpected burps and spilled soda. This exciting story takes readers on a thrill ride from the skate park’s half-pipe to Smile Academy, a summer camp for Down syndrome children. A novel full of adventure and heart, it asks the question: can two very different people ever be friends?

Samantha Hansen, a fourth-grade, rock-loving scientist, longs to visit the Grand Canyon, but will her temper keep her from her dream? Big rock collector. Big mouth. BIG problem! Ten-year-old Samantha Hansen loves science, especially rocks and minerals. Her family is planning a dream-come-true trip to the Grand Canyon where Sam will finally see the “biggest chunk of sedimentary rock on the planet.” But there’s a problem—Sam has a temper. She works hard to stay out of trouble, but it’s not easy because she has to deal with a bossy sister, a busy mom who’s obsessed with birthdays, and a playground bully who calls her a science freak. Will Sam survive the class cave trip, a rocky talent show, and a visit to the principal's office? Will her lists of science facts and thoughts about her world help her calm down? Will she ever get up the nerve to ask her mom about her dad? Filled with laugh-out-loud dialogue, school drama, and poignant family moments, Samantha Hansen is sure to delight and inspire. This kid ROCKS!

Ten-year-old Samantha Hansen is newly obsessed with saving the honey bees, but will she be able to control her temper enough to help her community? Ten-year-old Samantha Hansen loves science! In the beginning of fourth grade, she never let a moment go by without talking about rocks. Now she’s back with a new obsession: insects! Upon learning that the local apiary is for sale, she goes into action to save the honey bees. Will her someday boyfriend Todd or her best friend Kelli be part of her plan? Will That Kid Richard get in the way? Sam’s lists of insect facts and funny thoughts highlight her quest to keep the bees in the community, the challenges she faces at school, and her ongoing struggle with her temper. Join Samantha as she looks to science for answers and does her part to change the world.

A NORTHERN LIGHTS BOOK AWARD WINNER (CONCEPT CATEGORY) A MOONBEAM CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARDS GOLD WINNER (LEARNING ORDER CATEGORY) Featuring a predictable rhyming pattern and playful illustrations of marine animals, this under-the-sea adventure introduces and reinforces ordinal numbers. Join 10 marine animal friends as they meet up one by one for a rollicking underwater game. FIRST on the scene is lonely Lill. “Is someone here to play?” SECOND is snack shack helper Sam. “I’ll join you right away!” Early readers will enjoy this fun story with a number theme, while more-advanced learners will benefit from the concepts of sequencing and the ordering of objects in a collection. Combining early math concepts with plenty of aquatic fun, this colorful picture book is perfect for at-home learning or the classroom.

In this charming and humorous picture book for children ages 4-8, a determined boy has big plans for a special day with his grandmother—but he soon discovers that adventurous Gram has ideas of her own! Young Mateo is excited to hang out with his grandmother, and he has carefully prepared a list of activities that he thinks are exactly right for sweet, old Gram—complete with leisurely walks, lots of rest, and carefully selected foods. However, Mateo soon realizes that Gram has her own way of interpreting his list. One by one, she debunks his expectations, encourages him to be more active, and leads him on a series of unexpected, new adventures. Key Features: Celebrates multigenerational family bonds: The story encourages grandparents and grandchildren to share interests and adventures and to truly get to know each other. Encourages sharing outdoor activities and learning new skills: Mateo and Gram run in the park, ride bikes, swim in the ocean, and read together. Challenges stereotypes: The antics of this vibrant, active, and adventurous grandmother repeatedly push her grandson out of his comfort zone and debunk his misconceptions about how older adults behave. Funny and heartwarming: Charming, detailed illustrations pair with funny dialogue and situational humor for a fun, playful story. Perfect for kindhearted kids and young-at-heart grandparents, Hanging Out with Gram follows one determined kiddo who works hard to create a special day for his grandmother . . . but isn't quite prepared for the eye-opening day she has in store for him!

Snowflakes falling What a treat Friends gather outside to celebrate the first snowfall of the season with snowball fights, sledding, building igloos, drinking hot chocolate, and making the most of a windy, wintry day. With rhyming text and cheerful illustrations, this is a charming celebration of the winter season.

Celebrate summer with a day at the beach Hooray, it's a beach day Come along as this family builds sandcastles, plays in the waves, and hunts for seashells. This lively rhyming read-aloud tale will have everyone clamoring for a day at the beach.

Pruett is from Planet Monochrome, where everything is black, white, or gray; everyone follows the rules and walks in straight lines; and they never, ever ask or answer questions. But then Soo arrives from Planet Prismatic. She’s bursting with brilliant colors! She zigs and zags all over the place! When she asks Pruett questions, he finds he wants to reply…and his whole world starts to change. With a palette that shifts from grayscale to full color, this engaging story reminds us that what you feel defines who you are—and, sometimes, a friend can help you see that best.