Monica Brown

"If you've never had a best friend, Lola Levine will undoubtedly become your first. Her appeal is boundless."-Rita Williams-Garcia, Coretta Scott King Author Award winner for One Crazy Summer Lola Levine is excited to study all things paleontology in this funny, kid-favorite chapter book series. It's Dinosaur Week at school and there's a lot for Lola to learn! With facts to gather and a dinosaur drawing to prepare, Lola sees how science and art can go together like peanut butter and jelly. The best part is the field trip to the Museum of Natural History at the end of the week. Lola's little brother Ben is over the moon excited about visiting the museum but gets a little fidgety when he drinks too much water from the awesome T. rex water fountain. When Lola and Ben get lost in the museum, will they find their way through the dino wilderness and back to class? In the seventh book in this series, young readers will be inspired by Lola's big heart and creative spirit as she learns to navigate the second grade in true Lola style! Perfect for! ? Fans of Junie B. Jones ? Reluctant readers ? Dinosaur enthusiasts ? Museum lovers ? Anyone who's ever gotten lost before! Don't miss all the Lola Levine adventures! Lola Levine Is Not Mean! (#1) Lola Levine Drama Queen (#2) Lola Levine and the Ballet Scheme (#3) Lola Levine meets Jelly and Bean (#4) Lola Levine and the Vacation Dream (#5) Lola Levine and the Halloween Scream (#6) Lola Levine and the Dinosaur Scene (#7) Lola Levine Runs Out of Steam (#8)

"If you've never had a best friend, Lola Levine will undoubtedly become your first. Her appeal is boundless."―Rita Williams-Garcia, Coretta Scott King Author Award winner for One Crazy Summer Lola Levine is excited to study all things paleontology in this funny, kid-favorite chapter book series. It's Dinosaur Week at school and there's a lot for Lola to learn With facts to gather and a dinosaur drawing to prepare, Lola sees how science and art can go together like peanut butter and jelly. The best part is the field trip to the Museum of Natural History at the end of the week. Lola's little brother Ben is over the moon excited about visiting the museum but gets a little fidgety when he drinks too much water from the awesome T. rex water fountain. When Lola and Ben get lost in the museum, will they find their way through the dino wilderness and back to class? In the seventh book in this series, young readers will be inspired by Lola's big heart and creative spirit as she learns to navigate the second grade in true Lola style Perfect for ★ Fans of Junie B. Jones ★ Reluctant readers ★ Dinosaur enthusiasts ★ Museum lovers ★ Anyone who's ever gotten lost before Don't miss all the Lola Levine adventures Lola Levine Is Not Mean (#1) Lola Levine Drama Queen (#2) Lola Levine and the Ballet Scheme (#3) Lola Levine meets Jelly and Bean (#4) Lola Levine and the Vacation Dream (#5) Lola Levine and the Halloween Scream (#6) Lola Levine and the Dinosaur Scene (#7) Lola Levine Runs Out of Steam (#8)

A new Spanish and English bilingual edition of the stunning picture book biography of Pablo Neruda, one of the world's most enduring and popular poets, from the acclaimed Monica Brown. Hab a una vez un ni o llamado Neftal , quien amaba las cosas salvajes locamente y las cosas tranquilas serenamente. Desde el momento en que aprendi a hablar, se rode de palabras. Neftal descubri la magia oculta entre las p ginas de los libros. Cuando ten a diecis is a os, comenz a publicar sus poemas bajo el nombre Pablo Neruda. Pablo escribi poemas sobre las cosas que amaba: obras creadas por sus amigos artistas, objetos hallados en los mercados y elementos de la naturaleza. Escribi sobre la gente de Chile y su lucha por salir adelante. Porque sobre todas las cosas y sobre todas las palabras, Pablo Neruda amaba a la gente. Once there was a little boy named Neftal who loved wild things wildly and quiet things quietly. From the moment he could talk, he surrounded himself with words, seeking comfort and inspiration from the magic he discovered between the pages of books. When he was sixteen, he began publishing his writing as Pablo Neruda. Pablo wrote poems about the things he loved--things made by his friends in the caf , things found at the marketplace, and things he saw in nature. He wrote about the people of Chile and their stories of struggle. Because above all things and above all words, Pablo Neruda loved people. With a new translation of Monica Brown's lyrical text and Julia Paschkis' gorgeous art, which celebrates multiple languages, this new edition will introduce the youngest of readers--of English, Spanish, and both--to the legacy of one of history's most iconic talents.

The Levines are finally going to get a pet--a furry one that is. They are excited about adopting a kitty, but they don't get very far in the process when Ben starts sneezing. Oh no, he's allergic! Luckily, the Levines adopt a puppy instead, but potty-training the puppy is harder than it looks. Since the first book in the series, Lola Levine Is Not Mean!, Lola has been asking her parents for a new pet. Now it's finally happening! And in true Lola fashion, we can expect a few mishaps, a bunch of funny moments and a cute new pet all wrapped in one adorable book.

A stunning picture book biography from Monica Brown and illustrator Julie Paschkis about one of the world's most enduring and popular poets, Pablo Neruda Once there was a little boy named Neftal who loved wild things wildly and quiet things quietly. From the moment he could talk, he surrounded himself with words. Neftal discovered the magic between the pages of books. When he was sixteen, he began publishing his poems as Pablo Neruda. Pablo wrote poems about the things he loved--things made by his friends in the caf , things found at the marketplace, and things he saw in nature. He wrote about the people of Chile and their stories of struggle. Because above all things and above all words, Pablo Neruda loved people.

"If you've never had a best friend, Lola Levine will undoubtedly become your first. Her appeal is boundless."-Rita Williams-Garcia, Coretta Scott King Author Award winner for One Crazy Summer Lola Levine loves to participate but realizes she might be overcommitted, in this funny, kid-favorite chapter book series. Lola is doing TOO much! She loves all her activities, especially soccer and volunteering at the Humane Society. And she's certain that she can handle it all. But how much is too much? When Lola gets sick and has to miss all of her favorite hobbies, she begins to see that balance and rest are just as important as her other activities. Lola is NOT a good patient, but ultimately learns that our bodies (and minds) sometimes need a break. In the eighth book in this series, young readers will be inspired by Lola's big heart and creative spirit as she learns to navigate the second grade in true Lola style! Perfect for! ? Fans of Junie B. Jones ? Reluctant readers ? Soccer enthusiasts ? Fans of mindfulness ? Anyone who's ever taken on too many tasks! Don't miss all the Lola Levine adventures! Lola Levine Is Not Mean! (#1) Lola Levine Drama Queen (#2) Lola Levine and the Ballet Scheme (#3) Lola Levine meets Jelly and Bean (#4) Lola Levine and the Vacation Dream (#5) Lola Levine and the Halloween Scream (#6) Lola Levine and the Dinosaur Scene (#7) Lola Levine Runs Out of Steam (#8)

"If you've never had a best friend, Lola Levine will undoubtedly become your first. Her appeal is boundless."―Rita Williams-Garcia, Coretta Scott King Author Award winner for One Crazy Summer Lola Levine loves to participate but realizes she might be overcommitted, in this funny, kid-favorite chapter book series. Lola is doing TOO much She loves all her activities, especially soccer and volunteering at the Humane Society. And she's certain that she can handle it all. But how much is too much? When Lola gets sick and has to miss all of her favorite hobbies, she begins to see that balance and rest are just as important as her other activities. Lola is NOT a good patient, but ultimately learns that our bodies (and minds) sometimes need a break. In the eighth book in this series, young readers will be inspired by Lola's big heart and creative spirit as she learns to navigate the second grade in true Lola style Perfect for ★ Fans of Junie B. Jones ★ Reluctant readers ★ Soccer enthusiasts ★ Fans of mindfulness ★ Anyone who's ever taken on too many tasks Don't miss all the Lola Levine adventures Lola Levine Is Not Mean (#1) Lola Levine Drama Queen (#2) Lola Levine and the Ballet Scheme (#3) Lola Levine meets Jelly and Bean (#4) Lola Levine and the Vacation Dream (#5) Lola Levine and the Halloween Scream (#6) Lola Levine and the Dinosaur Scene (#7) Lola Levine Runs Out of Steam (#8

An illuminating picture book biography of renowned Mexican American folk musician Joan Baez, whose songs of justice, peace, and activism have inspired listeners to create positive change across the world, from Christopher Award-winning author Monica Brown and Caldecott Honoree Molly Mendoza. From a young age, Joan Baez knew she wanted to make the world a better place. The daughter of immigrants from Mexico and Scotland, she learned values of compassion and advocacy from her parents. As Joan learned about people in need around the world, she sang to make herself feel better--and her beautiful voice made others feel better, too. Joan sang songs about workers' rights, civil rights, and the struggle for justice. She started in coffee shops and clubs, worked her way to singing at folk festivals and on New York stages, and eventually she sang next to Martin Luther King Jr. at the March on Washington, alongside C sar Ch vez, and for the President of the United States. Joan realized music could move people's hearts, minds, and feet toward a path of justice and peace. And she used the gift of her beautiful voice to do just that.

The cat’s out of the bag! Mari A. Fisch, mermaid-princess-turned-human-spy, has been sent on land on a mission to protect all Earth’s critters. From ducks to cats and kittens, Mari can’t help but come to the rescue when there’s an animal in trouble! But after a smelly encounter in the woods, Mari learns a lesson in how to help when it seems like there’s nothing you can do.It's the third title in an all-new chapter book series from award-winning children’s book author Monica Brown. With black-and-white illustrations on every page, milestone markers throughout, and craft-making activities at the end of each book, Fintastical Tales is the perfect series for any emergent or reluctant reader!

It’s a double dare! Mari A. Fisch, mermaid princess and 256th daughter of King Triton, the ruler of the seas, is sent on land to learn why humans behave the weird ways that they do. When her best friend, Stevie, dares Mari to ride a super-scary roller coaster, Mari learns that sometimes you have to be brave to have fun. But when Stevie’s dares start going too far, Mari must choose between betraying what she believes in or letting down her only friend.It's the second title in an all-new chapter book series from award-winning children’s book author Monica Brown. With black-and-white illustrations on every page, milestone markers throughout, and craft-making activities at the end of each book, Fintastical Tales is the perfect series for any emergent or reluctant reader!

Get ready for some mermaid magic!Mermaid princess Mari A. Fisch is on a top secret, superspecial mission: Go on land, become human, and figure out why humans do the weird things they do. Particularly, why do people pollute? But when Mari has traded in her tail for toes, she finds the human world totally confusing! Will Mari be able to complete her mission, save the world undersea, and stay true to herself?It’s an all-new chapter book series from the award-winning children’s book author Monica Brown. With black-and-white illustrations on every page, milestone markers throughout, and craft-making activities at the end of each book, Fintastical Tales is the perfect series for any emergent or reluctant reader!

The inspiring story of Doña Fela, an enterprising woman who broke barriers and stopped at nothing to make the island of Puerto Rico a better home for all.Though she was born before women on her island were allowed to vote, Felisa Rincón de Gautier did not let that stop her from becoming the first female mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 1946. Easily spotted on the streets of San Juan by her flair and the jasmine flowers braided into her hair, she radiated style and grace. Doña Fela, as she affectionately came to be called, loved her city. Doña Fela was always ready to listen to problems and find solutions. With determination and resilience, she brought lasting change to the island. Doña Fela's inspiring story as a visionary leader is brought to life on the page through stunning paintings that evoke the vibrant colors and culture of Puerto Rico.

The inspiring story of Do a Fela, an enterprising woman who broke barriers and stopped at nothing to make the island of Puerto Rico a better home for all. Though she was born before women on her island were allowed to vote, Felisa Rinc n de Gautier did not let that stop her from becoming the first female mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 1946. Easily spotted on the streets of San Juan by her flair and the jasmine flowers braided into her hair, she radiated style and grace. Do a Fela, as she affectionately came to be called, loved her city. Do a Fela was always ready to listen to problems and find solutions. With determination and resilience, she brought lasting change to the island. Do a Fela's inspiring story as a visionary leader is brought to life on the page through stunning paintings that evoke the vibrant colors and culture of Puerto Rico.