Advanced (12-14yrs)

By Patricia C. McKissack and Fredrick L. McKissack Jr. Illustrated by Randy DuBurke
From acclaimed authors Patricia C. McKissack and Fredrick L. McKissack Jr. comes a thrilling biography of an unforgettable man told in compelling graphic novel form. Learn More

This creative art activity pack encourages young artists to make and display their own modern masterpieces. Kids can explore the full-color museum reproductions, get inspired by the open-ended activity ideas developed by MoMA's art educators, and then get... Learn More

By Jennifer New
Photojournalist Dan Eldon left behind much more than the astonishing illustrated journals that would form The Journey is the Destination when he lost his life at age twenty-two while on assignment in Somalia. He also bequeathed a life story that... Learn More

By J. Patrick Lewis Illustrated by Gary Kelley
“The train hissed to a stop, and its slatted doors flew open. We marched ten miles through Belgium to the Western Front—a planet away from Cardiff, Wales, and the meadows of my youth. 1914 would be a bad year for dreaming.” Learn More

By Aaron Frisch Illustrated by Etienne Delessert
“The sun retreated. The colors followed, hunted by the cold. The world turned silver under black. Bright stars freckled the sky. The moon reclaimed its throne.” Learn More

By Woop
An embarrassment of pandas, a galaxy of starfish, a shiver of sharks...these are all collective nouns used to describe their groups. Woop Studios, acclaimed for their work on the Harry Potter movies, has illustrated these quirky phrases, creating a series of extraordinarily beautiful art that has been collected here for the first time. Learn More

By Gary Ghislain
David Gershwin's summer is about to take a turn for the weird. When his dad's new patient Zelda tells him shes from outer space and on a quest to take Johnny Depp back to her planet, he knows he should run away screaming. But with one look from her mean,... Learn More

By David Stahler Jr.
High school senior Frenchy has little ambition beyond hanging out at the smoking rock until his best friend, the ever-witty and conniving Stewart, gets him to try out for Man of la Mancha. To everyone's surprise, the guys are a hit. But when Stew... Learn More

By Jan Rose,Illustrated by Alyssa Nassner
Seekers of all ages will delve into their destinies with these revealing fortune-tellingthemed cardsand enjoy every minute of it! Scratch for insightful predictions on everything from friendship to school and beyond. The perfect gift for anyone with a p... Learn More

By Susan Goldman Rubin
Continuing Chronicle's acclaimed series of artist books for kids, Wideness and Wonder is the fascinating story of the mysterious and beloved artist Georgia O'Keeffe. Well-known children's biography writer Susan Goldman Rubin traces the events tha... Learn More

By David Borgenicht,, Nathaniel Marunas,,and Robin Epstein
Leave it to the authors of the best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series to serve up a hilarious and totally "gross" handbook that will guide kids through all things slippery, slimy, and stinky. Find out how to survive boogers, bloody noses, barfin... Learn More

By David Borgenicht,, Justin Heimberg,,and Robin Epstein
Boxed set includes: The Original Junior Edition Extreme Junior Edition Weird Junior Edition... Learn More

By Michaela MacColl
London, 1838. Sixteen-year-old Liza's dreams of her society debut are dashed when her parents are killed in an accident. Penniless, she accepts the position of lady's maid to young Princess Victoria and steps unwittingly into the gossipy intrigue of the s... Learn More

By Julia Myall,Photographs by Greg Lowe
Party in a Cup! has all the secret ingredients girls need to throw 4 unforgettable parties—a slumberparty, tea party, summer party, and spa party. This cookbook comes with easy-to-follow recipes for 25 totally tasty treats, party favors,... Learn More

By J. W. Rinzler,Foreword by Ben Burtt
Any Star Wars fan can mimic Darth Vader's voice or Chewbacca's roar with ease. But how many of them would be able to identify the lion's roar used in the sound of the Millenium Falcon's engine? In this aurally astonishing and visually engaging bo... Learn More

By Yoda
The ultimate Jedi Master from Star Wars is also the perfect totem for wisdom in all of life's pursuits. Having explored the galaxy and studied the Force for hundreds of years, Yoda has passed on his knowledge of the Jedi arts to generations of th... Learn More

By Ken Murphy,Illustrated by Alexander Tarrant
These fuzzy, brightly colored, illuminated pets will teach kids all about electricity and circuitry. Everything kids need to build three bugs is in herecoin-cell batteries, colored pipe cleaners, copper tubes, red, yellow, and green LEDs, pom-poms, and m... Learn More

Compiled by Christina Darling
From Black Beauty to Pegasus, few animals inspire as much devotion and delight as horses. This collection has something for the horse-lover in everyone, including favorite horses in fiction, true stories of real horses, and a guide to grooming them. Featu... Learn More

By Sarah Parvis,and Janet Southwick
Monet, Raphael, Fragonard, Botticelli, and more provide inspiration for more than 12 accessories informed by famous works of art. The book includes engaging information on each artist's life and work, offering lessons in art history to complement the craf... Learn More

By Peagreen
This super-adorable notecard set is the perfect way for middle and high school students to share secrets, dash notes, or simply say hi to each other between classes. Includes 30 cards and envelopes that are just the right size for slipping into lockers or... Learn More

By Katie Williams
Not your everyday coming-of-age novelThis story was supposed to be about Eviehow she hasn't made a friend in years, how she tends to stretch the truth (especially about her so-called relationship with college drop-out Jonah Luks), and ho... Learn More

Featuring the beloved Julius stitched on the cover, this new mini vinyl journal is a must-have for Paul Frank fans. Includes a zippered pocket on the back cover and snap closure!... Learn More

By Beverly Gherman
As the artist behind the beloved Peanuts comic strip for more than 50 years, Charles Schulzarguably the most famous cartoonist in the worldcreated a colorful cast of characters that continues to bring humor and comfort to millions of readers. I... Learn More

By Samantha Fisher,and Cary Lane
Transform stray socks into stuffed-animal friends with this utterly cute craft kit! Featuring step-by-step instructions for 9 unique sock creaturesincluding a cat, bear, pig, rabbit, elephant, and even a crocodileplus basic sewinginstructions for begi... Learn More

By Danny Orleans,Illustrated by Yancey Labat
Scratch for magic! Kids won't believe their eyes as they follow the steps on 40 scratchable cards, watch the magic unfold, and then scratch for the eye-popping reveals! Written by a professional magician, these amazing tricks will keep kids awestruck for... Learn More

By Meredith & Sofie Jacobs
Meredith and Sofie Jacobs have been sharing a journal since Sofie was nine. They created this fun, fresh volume to help other moms and daughters get to know each other in a whole new way. Advice and thoughtful writing prompts pave the way to discussing ev... Learn More

By David Borgenicht,and Justin Heimberg
Vampires, zombies, aliens, mummies, dragons. Yes, even the weird, unexplained, and other-worldly need to be survived! The authors of the best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series are back with a hilarious (and helpful!) handbook that's a blast through space... Learn More

This new notecard-box format features 12 cards in the shape of everyone's favorite monkeyPaul Frank's Julius!plus 12 envelopes, and 1 sheet of stickers.... Learn More

By Molly Smith,Illustrated by Tad Carpenter
It's easyand funto be green! Printed on 100% recycled materials and developed in partnership with the Natural Resources Defense Council, this one-of-a-kind activity book encourages kids to reduce waste and make their homes, schools, and neighborhoods mo... Learn More

By Mark Cassino,with Jon Nelson, Ph.D.
How do snow crystals form? What shapes can they take? Are no two snow crystals alike? These questions and more are answered in this visually stunning exploration of the science of snow. Perfect for reading on winter days, the book features photos of real... Learn More

By Barry Rothstein,and Betsy Rothstein
Life-sized pets leap off the page in this thrilling 3-D book. Twenty-eight animal friendsincluding puppies, kittens, hamsters, pot-bellied pigs, bearded dragons, tarantulas, and morespring to life in eye-popping phantogram 3-D. More vertical than regula... Learn More