Growing Up

By Micah Player
Molly always dreamed of having a sister who is just like her. But she got Chloe, instead. Learn More

Edited by Kelly Milner Halls
What do guys and girls really think? Twelve of the most dynamic and engaging YA authors writing today team up for this one-of-a-kind collection of “he said/she said” stories—he tells it from the guy’s point of view, she tells it from the girl’s. 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 Monique Felix
“A WOLF IS COMING! They say he has such sharp claws that he can tear your ears into ribbons!Edgar had always been rather attached to his ears. He tucked them in close to his head and lumbered off to tell Giselle, who was painting her house.” Learn More

Make school memories last a lifetime with this delightful keepsake box. A guided journal and beautifully designed box will help parents and kids capture those extra-special school-time moments, from the big events to the small details that may otherwise b... Learn More

By Kate Messner,Illustrated by Andy Rash
Sea monster Ernest is starting his first day of school. But starting school is a big job! Fitting in when you're a sea monster is tough enough, and there's so much to learn and do—reading, singing, playing hide-and-seek with the fishermen, lunchtime... 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 Carolyn Conahan
A yard full of dandelions, one small girl who believes in the power of a wish, and a world record, just waiting to be made!When Molly's neighbor, Pie, tries to mow down her dandelions, Molly insists that dandelions aren't weedsthey're wis... Learn More

By Corinne Humphrey
This charming gift book shares the wisdom of one very special dog who found a home and family in his own unique way. Inspired by the true story of Rudy, a troubled shelter dog who overcame the abuse and neglect he experienced as a puppy with the help and... Learn More

By Kata Golda
This soft felt pocket makes an extra-special occasion out of every lost tooth. It features a lovable bunny character wearing overalls with a pocket where children can tuck away their teeth, plus a pocket where the tooth fairy can slip in a treat. Inside,... Learn More

By Annie Barrows,Illustrated by Sophie Blackall
This boxed set continues the adventures of the spunky second graders. It includes books 4, 5 and 6 in the Ivy and Bean series, and a set of paper dolls and lots of re-usable sticker clothes and accessories.... Learn More

By Annie Barrows,Illustrated by Sophie Blackall
It's the Science Fair, and the second grade is all over it! Some kids are making man-eating robots. Some kids are holding their breath for a very, very long time. Some kids are doing interesting things with vacuum cleaners. The theme, obviously, is global... Learn More

By Bob Gill
The carefully wrapped present was perched half-hidden on his parents' closet shelf. Arthur, a little boy with a very large imagination, feverishly tried to guess what it might contain. A pet? A shiny trumpet? A new computer? The possibilities were almost... Learn More

By Annie Barrows,Illustrated by Sophie Blackall
Finally! After months of begging their parents for ballet lessons, Ivy and Bean finally get what they want . . . well, not exactly. Much to their surprise, it turns out ballet lessons do not cover karate chops and roundhouse kicks. The girls have no inter... 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

By Karen Baicker,Illustrated by Ken Wilson-Max
This heartwarming story reminds us how satisfying it is to grow up surrounded by love. In You Can Do It Too! a little girl passes newly won skills and abilities to a younger brother, teaching him everything she thinks he needs to know. The simple... Learn More

By Karen Baicker,Illustrated by Ken Wilson-Max
This heartwarming story reminds us how satisfying it is to grow up surrounded by love. I Can Do It Too! affirms a little girl's growing independence as she, too, can begin to do all the things she sees her parents, relatives and neighbors do: pou... Learn More

By Jennifer Cervantes
When twelve-year-old Izzy discovers a beat-up baseball marked with the words "Becausemagic" while unpacking in yet another new apartment, she is determined to figure out what it means. What secrets does this old ball have to tell? Her mom certainly isn't... 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 Paul Frank Industries
Julius and his friends offer up high fives on every page of this irresistible board book! Each spread encourages kids to celebrate amazing everyday achievementsfrom sharing their toys to just being themselvesand features a touch-and-feel texture that wi... Learn More

By Lisa Railsback,Illustrated by Sarajo Frieden
Fantastic illustrations with a fresh, contemporary look enrich this debut novel about a 10-year-old aspiring artist stuck living with an aunt, uncle, and cousin who clearly don't recognize her genius. A humorous and heartfelt reminder that "a brilliant ar... Learn More

By Sara Gillingham,Illustrated by Lorena Siminovich
Turn the colorful die-cut pages of this irresistible board book to discover just what makes little butterfly's flower so cozy. Bright pictures, sweet reassuring messages, unique layered pages, and an adorable finger puppet combine to create interactive re... Learn More

By Sara Gillingham,Illustrated by Lorena Siminovich
Turn the colorful die-cut pages of this irresistible board book to discover just what makes little bunny's meadow so cozy. Bright pictures, sweet reassuring messages, unique layered pages, and an adorable finger puppet combine to create interactive readin... Learn More

By Laura Numeroff,Illustrated by Lynn Munsinger
This delightful flip book by renowned author-illustrator team Laura Numeroff and Lynn Munsinger celebrates all the wonderful things brothers and sisters can do together, from climbing trees and sharing snacks to playing sports and making music. After read... Learn More

By Annie Barrows,Illustrated by Sophie Blackall
Finally! After begging their parents for ballet lessons, Ivy and Bean finally get what they want...well, not exactly. Much to their surprise, it turns out ballet lessons do not include karate chops and roundhouse kicks to the villain's heart. The girls ha... Learn More

By Anne Gutman,Illustrated by Georg Hallensleben
An adorable gift for baby showers, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Valentine's Day, or baby's birthday!All mommies and daddies love to hug, kiss, cuddle, and snuggle their babies. Now in a keepsake box, these best-selling board books show all the... Learn More

By Paul Frank Industries
This planner is a lifesaver for busy middle- and high-school studentsand the popular Julius! brand gives it plenty of appeal. For each weekly spread, students fill in the dates and their classes, and then use the chart to keep track of their assignments,... Learn More

By David Borgenicht,and Ben Winters,with Robin Epstein
Homework, hormones, heartache...middle school has no shortage of perils. Never fear, the authors of the best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series return with a survival guide for those who are facingor just about to facethis big transitional time in schoo... Learn More

By Eve Yohalem
Loosely based on real-life events, this suspenseful story, by a debut novelist, is also funny and touching and will have readers riveted from start to finish. Lucy's mother is the U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia, so Lucy's life must be one big adventure, righ... Learn More

By Alice Schertle,Illustrated by David Slonim
Jeremy Bean has a problem. Several, in fact. But a kid like Jeremy Bean can come up with some pretty unusual solutions, such as putting a bug in his pocket, wearing a lamp shade on his head, hiding in the school janitor's closet, and collecting everyone's... Learn More

By Annie Barrows,Illustrated by Sophie Blackall
The adventures of Ivy and Bean continue in paperback! In Ivy and Bean Bound to Be Bad the two girls decide to be so good and kind and pure of thought that wild animals will befriend them. When this doesn't work, they decide that perhaps a little... Learn More