Alan Katz

What happens when you hide the afikomen too well? The Mysterious Missing Matzoh is a hilariously original, utterly heartwarming take on a beloved Passover tradition.It’s that time in the Passover Seder when it’s Grandpa Murray’s job to break the matzoh and hide the afikomen for the kids to find. But what happens when you hide the afikomen too well? Search as hard as they can, Nathan, Simone, Andrew, and David can’t track it down anywhere. The kids may have to turn the house upside down if they want to get their reward and finish the Seder meal.The Mysterious Missing Matzoh is a joyful title that readers will return to year after year to celebrate Passover. Illustrated by award-winning artist Adam Auerbach and told with heartwarming humor by New York Times bestselling picture book author Alan Katz, it’s a must-have for anyone who celebrates the holiday or just wants to learn more about an ages-old tradition.

A llama astronaut! A grilled-cheese cheetah! A quarterback yak! It’s Halloween at the zoo, and it's time for the animals to show off their costumes! But who will win the prize for best dressed? This night is full of fun and surprises!Children and parents alike will love this festive story by beloved New York Times bestselling author Alan Katz, brought to life with delightfully vibrant illustrations by acclaimed artist Stephanie Laberis.

The Elf Academy elves take on babysitting in this fourth and final book in a series about a young elf's merry misadventures, part of the Aladdin QUIX line of fun-to-read, short chapter books that's perfect for emerging readers Andy Snowden has to take care of his teacher's niece and nephew who are moving to the North Pole. Has he finally met his mischievous match?

The Elf Academy elves take on babysitting in this fourth and final book in a series about a young elf's merry misadventures, part of the Aladdin QUIX line of fun-to-read, short chapter books that's perfect for emerging readers Andy Snowden has to take care of his teacher's niece and nephew who are moving to the North Pole. Has he finally met his mischievous match?

This hilarious new picture book by New York Times bestselling author Alan Katz and Unicorns Are the Worst creator Alex Willan imagines what happens when a good-natured game of "got your nose" goes too far—and one little girl’s nose runs free.Becky loves Grandpa Max. When he visits, they have a lot of fun together. But when Grandpa Max pulls his favorite prank on Becky, he accidentally takes her nose—for real!OH NO!Now Becky and Grandpa Max have to chase Becky’s runny nose all over town—or else, who nose what will happen?With vibrant art and hilarious wordplay, children, parents, and grandparents alike will love the funny, fast-paced picture book tale that Today Show cohost Dylan Dreyer said “will leave you smiling.”

The Elf Academy elves throw a surprise party for Santa in this third book in a series about a young elf's merry misadventures, part of the Aladdin QUIX line of fun-to-read, short chapter books that's perfect for emerging readers The elves decide to throw a super-duper surprise party for Santa, complete with gifts, treats, and decorations Andy Snowden has a million and one ideas to make the party the best one ever. What could possibly go wrong?

The Elf Academy elves throw a surprise party for Santa in this third book in a series about a young elf's merry misadventures, part of the Aladdin QUIX line of fun-to-read, short chapter books that's perfect for emerging readers The elves decide to throw a super-duper surprise party for Santa, complete with gifts, treats, and decorations Andy Snowden has a million and one ideas to make the party the best one ever. What could possibly go wrong?

If there’s a problem in school, there’s no substitute for the super-sleuthing, world-saving substitute teachers of the S.O.S.! This is the sixth book of this hilarious, highly illustrated early chapter book series.It’s Field Day! Milton Worthy is Room 311B’s team captain and ready to lead the second-grade team to victory.Little does he know, his classroom’s pet ferret is hatching yet another sinister scheme to conquer the world. Will Milton be able to save the day before his own dreams of schoolyard victory are squashed?HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

If there's a problem in school, there's no substitute for the super-sleuthing, world-saving substitute teachers of the S.O.S. This is the sixth book of this hilarious, highly illustrated early chapter book series.It's Field Day Milton Worthy is Room 311B's team captain and ready to lead the second-grade team to victory.Little does he know, his classroom's pet ferret is hatching yet another sinister scheme to conquer the world. Will Milton be able to save the day before his own dreams of schoolyard victory are squashed?HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read

If there’s a problem in school, there’s no substitute for the world-saving substitute teachers of the S.O.S.! This is the fifth book of this hilarious, highly illustrated early chapter book series.Keep your friends close and your enemies closer! When Snowball, the puffball hamster in Ms. Kim’s classroom, accidentally sips the teacher’s leftover protein shake, she transforms into a monster like Beacher Elementary School has never known before. It’s all hands on deck to stop Snowball before it’s too late. And to do that, Milton Worthy is going to do have to team up with Noah, the part-time classroom ferret, full-time evil mastermind! Will Milton and Noah be able to work together in time to stop Snowball and save the world?HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

If there's a problem in school, there's no substitute for the world-saving substitute teachers of the S.O.S. This is the fifth book of this hilarious, highly illustrated early chapter book series.Keep your friends close and your enemies closer When Snowball, the puffball hamster in Ms. Kim's classroom, accidentally sips the teacher's leftover protein shake, she transforms into a monster like Beacher Elementary School has never known before. It's all hands on deck to stop Snowball before it's too late. And to do that, Milton Worthy is going to do have to team up with Noah, the part-time classroom ferret, full-time evil mastermind Will Milton and Noah be able to work together in time to stop Snowball and save the world?HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read

If there’s a problem in school, there’s no substitute for the world-saving substitute teachers of the S.O.S.! This is the fourth book of this hilarious, highly illustrated early chapter book series.It’s Spring Break! Milton Worthy and his family are off on a vacation to Super Fun World. It’s a week filled with roller coasters, rides, and fried food—and no super-sub missions for seven whole days.Everything is going according to plan until Milton gets stuck looking after Noah—part-time classroom pet, full-time evil mastermind—who has an entirely different kind of getaway in mind.Will Milton be able to figure out Noah’s latest plot for world domination before it ruins his family’s fun time?HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

If there's a problem in school, there's no substitute for the world-saving substitute teachers of the S.O.S. This is the fourth book of this hilarious, highly illustrated early chapter book series.It's Spring Break Milton Worthy and his family are off on a vacation to Super Fun World. It's a week filled with roller coasters, rides, and fried food--and no super-sub missions for seven whole days.Everything is going according to plan until Milton gets stuck looking after Noah--part-time classroom pet, full-time evil mastermind--who has an entirely different kind of getaway in mind.Will Milton be able to figure out Noah's latest plot for world domination before it ruins his family's fun time?HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read

If there’s a problem in school, there’s no substitute for the world-saving substitute teachers of the S.O.S.! This is the second book of this hilarious, highly illustrated early chapter book series.Oh no! Noah—part time classroom pet, full-time evil mastermind—has his paws set on setting free all the animals at the city zoo.Good thing that when there’s a problem, there’s no substitute for the super substitute teachers of the S.O.S.! HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

If there’s a problem in school, there’s no substitute for the world-saving substitute teachers of the S.O.S.! This is the first book of this hilarious, highly illustrated early chapter book series. When Milton Worthy learns his classroom’s pet ferret is the evil mastermind behind a dastardly plot for world domination, it’s more than just about any kid could handle. But then not every kid is the son of a member of the super-secret, super-awesome Society of Substitutes!Now it’s up to Milton and his substitute teacher mom to save Beacher Elementary School before time runs out. HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!

Travel to the North Pole in this first book in a brand-new series about a young elf's merry misadventures, part of the Aladdin QUIX line of fun-to-read, short chapter books that's perfect for emerging readers Andy Snowden is one of the many North Pole elves who make holiday gifts for children all around the world. But day after day, week after week, Andy starts to grow tired of the same old routine. He knows he's destined for a different path than the other elves. But what else can a North Pole elf be good at? Maybe the Elf Academy Toy Making Contest can help Andy discover a special hidden talent

Travel to the North Pole in this first book in a brand-new series about a young elf's merry misadventures, part of the Aladdin QUIX line of fun-to-read, short chapter books that's perfect for emerging readers Andy Snowden is one of the many North Pole elves who make holiday gifts for children all around the world. But day after day, week after week, Andy starts to grow tired of the same old routine. He knows he's destined for a different path than the other elves. But what else can a North Pole elf be good at? Maybe the Elf Academy Toy Making Contest can help Andy discover a special hidden talent

If there’s a problem in school, there’s no substitute for the world-saving substitute teachers of the S.O.S.! This is the third book of this hilarious, highly illustrated early chapter book series. Oh, no! Noah, the classroom’s evil pet ferret, has stolen everyone’s lunch—and worse yet, he’s done it on a day when Milton’s mom, the class’s go-to super-sub, is off on another assignment.Will Milton be able to foil Noah’s most fiendish plot yet or will they lose their lunches for good in the gooiest, stickiest, biggest food fight ever? HarperChapters build confident readers one chapter at a time! With short, fast-paced books, art on every page, and milestone markers at the end of every chapter, they're the perfect next step for fans of I Can Read!