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Lucky Christmas
by Betsy DuffeyGeorge's father calls the kennel when Lucky attacks visiting great-aunt Octavia's sheepskin coat, and George tries valiantly to retrieve the playful puppy in time for Christmas.
Lucky Chuck
by Beverly ClearyVroom-vroom! Ratta-tatta,<P><P> ratta-tatta. Cha-kung! <P> Nobody can catch LUCKY CHUCK!<P> Speed along with Chuck in this reissue of a funny, fast-paced tale by one of America's most beloved authors, Beverly Cleary. You'll quickly learn what happens when safety rules are ignored.
Lucky Comes Home
by Dean HughesWhen his father is nearly killed in the aftermath of an earthquake, the incident helps Lucky accept the possibility that his father may remarry.
Lucky Day: An I Hunt Killers Novella (I Hunt Killers)
by Barry LygaThis is the story of the small town sheriff who captured one of the world's most ruthless and cunning murderers. A prequel to the New York Times bestselling thriller, I Hunt Killers.It all started with Dead Girl #1 and Dead Girl #2, the first killings in the sleepy town of Lobo's Nod in decades. Two murders: just a coincidence, or something more sinister? One thing's for sure--it was definitely inconvenient in a year when Sheriff G. William Tanner, a mourning widower, had to run for reelection. With a trail gone cold, it's only luck that links the murders to the most notorious serial killer in memory. And in a town like Lobo's Nod, the killer must be someone Tanner already knows....
Lucky Days with Mr. and Mrs. Green
by Keith BakerMr. and Mrs. Green return for another round of sweet and adventurous alligator escapades. This time they're trying their hand at detective work, entering a gumball-guessing contest, and--most daring of all!--participating in the town talent show. Happily for the Greens, luck is on their side. Luck and cookies--JUMBO cookies!
Lucky Dog Days (Pee Wee Scouts #3)
by Judy DeltonMrs. Peters tells her Pee Wee Scout troop that August is Help-a-Pet month. They are going on a trip to the animal shelter to cuddle cats and walk dogs. Then they'll collect rummage for a big sale to raise money for pets. Molly gets an idea that will raise even more money and get homes for lonely dogs. Molly's Pee Wee Scout troop will earn badges and get lucky! At a party for their leader, Mrs. Peters, they learn they are getting two new members of their troop! Find out how much fun it is to be a scout in the chapter books for young readers, the Pee Wee Scout Series. Bookshare has many of these books including: #1 Cookies and Crutches, #2 Camp Ghost-Away, #4 Blue Skies, French Fries, #5 Grumpy Pumpkins, #6 Peanut-Butter Pilgrims, #7 A Pee Wee Christmas, #8 That Mushy Stuff, #9 Spring Sprouts, #10 The Pooped Troop, #11 The Pee Wee Jubilee, #12 Bad, Bad, Bunnies, #13 Rosy Noses, Frozen Toes, #14 Sonny's Secret, #15 Sky Babies, #16 Trash Bash, #17 Pee Wees On Parade, #18 Lights, Action, Land-ho!, #19 Piles of Pets, #20 Fishy Wishes, #21 Pee Wees on Skis, #22 Greedy Groundhogs, #23 All Dads on Deck, #24 Tricks and Treats, #25 Pee Wees on First, #26 Super Duper Pee Wees, #27 Teeny Weeny Zucchinis, #28 Eggs With Legs, #29 Pee Wee Pool Party, #30 Bookworm Buddies, and #33 Halloween Helpers, with more to come.
Lucky Dog: Twelve Tales Of Rescued Dogs
by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel Marlane Kennedy Randi BarrowA collection of short stories from favorite authors, all about dogs and the kids who love them. Proceeds will be donated to RedRover, an organization that helps animals in need! This collection is full of heartwarming and hilarious stories about the Pawley Rescue Center, where rescued dogs find their way into hearts and homes. You'll meet Foxtrot, a feisty Pomeranian who can't bear the thought of leaving her best friend. And Beatrice, whose bark is definitely worse than her bite. And then there's Pumpkin, one of the 101 Chihuahuas who turn life at the center upside down. Whether drooling, dueling, or just fooling around, these captivating canines will show you why the dog is kid's best friend! LUCKY DOG features sweet and silly stories about playful pups and the kids who love them by some of your favorite authors: Randi Barrow, Marlane Kennedy, Elizabeth Cody Kimmel, Kirby Larson, C. Alexander London, Leslie Margolis, Jane B. Mason and Sarah Hines Stephens, Ellen Miles, Michael Northrop, Teddy Slater, Tui T. Sutherland, and Allan Woodrow.
Lucky Dogs: A Story About Fostering Pups
by Joowon OhFrom critically acclaimed author-illustrator Joowon Oh comes a poignant picture book about the special bonds between a girl and her foster dogs, with heartwarming messages of compassion, selflessness, and finding a home—in each other.One day, Ruth and her mom are in the park and see a pet adoption fair. Ruth is drawn to a cute little dog, but they are moving soon and can’t adopt. However, they can foster for a couple of months, and that’s how they wind up with Ginger. Then Daisy. Then Cody, a special-needs dog with injured hind legs. Can Ruth help Cody find his forever home?Lucky Dogs is a vibrant and charming story about three adorable dogs down on their luck and a girl with a big heart who wants to save them. Each hello is a delight as these furry friends teach our young heroine how to overcome her worries and be joyful, curious, and brave.
Lucky Duck
by Chris KurtzFrom the critically acclaimed author of The Adventures of a South Pole Pig comes a heartwarming middle grade animal adventure story about Frank, the odd one out in a family of ducks, who discovers both his courage and unique identity as he braves the unknown to save his family from an invading fox. Between his unusually giant feet and early hatching, Frank is notably different from his siblings Darryl and Darlene.Determined to make his mom proud, Frank strives to be the best duckling he can be. Despite his efforts, Frank seems drawn to unduckly pursuits and doesn’t understand why certain rules exist, such as not speaking to the friendly turtle who moonlights as a rock.When the pond community is threatened by a fox, Frank is the one to venture into the forest where danger—and discoveries—lurk at every turn on his quest to save his home.
Lucky Duck
by Greg PizzoliFrom Geisel Award-winning author Greg Pizzoli comes a hilarious picture book about a duck who learns just how lucky she is.Susan the duck has the worst luck. Her rollerskates are two sizes too big. She's lost her favorite marble. And she's run out of pickles. But with each unfortunate discovery, Wolf shows up with a gift she's won. Her luck has turned around . . . hasn't it? Come see just how lucky Susan is, in this slyly funny story about finding luck when you least expect it.Geisel Award-winning creator Greg Pizzoli delivers another rib-tickling picturebook that will have kids howling with laughter.
Lucky Duck: Short Vowel U (Let's Read Together ®)
by Barbara deRubertisLet&’s Read Together books merge rhyme and vowel sounds in delightfully zany stories kids will want to read again and again. Each of the 15 books in this classic series by award-winning author/educator Barbara deRubertis will give your child a jumpstart on reading success."Story lines are silly and inventive, and recall Dr. Seuss&’s Cat in the Hat for the building of rhythm and rhyming words." —School Library JournalLucky Duck gets stuck in a muddy puddle. Has this duck ran out of luck? (This easy-to-read story features the short &“u&” vowel sound.)
Lucky Ducklings
by Eva MooreWhile following their mother through town, five little ducklings fall into a storm drain.
Lucky Enough (All-Star Sports Stories #22)
by Fred BowenA baseball star&’s luck is tested in this action-packed story—perfect for fans of Mike Lupica and Tim Green—from the author of The Kid Coach.Like many athletes, Trey is superstitious. How could he not be when he just made the Ravens travel baseball team thanks to his lucky charm, a piece of rare sea glass he found on his grandmother&’s beach?This stroke of good fortune reinforces Trey&’s superstitions, and his rituals only become more important to him. Despite some teasing from his teammates, he persists in never stepping on the foul line, obsessively tapping the corners of home plate when he&’s at bat, and always choosing the same lucky bat. And his tactics are working; he&’s doing quite well on the field and in the batter&’s box.Then one day Trey can&’t find his lucky sea glass. His performance begins to slip, and he&’s convinced his future with the Ravens is doomed. Things don&’t start to improve until Trey&’s uncle reminds him of his grandmother&’s favorite saying: &“The harder you work, the luckier you get.&”Can Trey take these words to heart and find his swing again . . . even without his lucky charm?This ebook features an afterword about famous real-life players with their own lucky charms and superstitions.Discussion Guide available &“A former kids&’ baseball coach and the writer of the Washington Post sports column for young readers, Bowen adds an entertaining note on baseball superstitions. . . . The straightforward story will appeal to young players as well as older ones intimidated by longer novels.&” —Booklist
Lucky Few
by Kathryn OrmsbeeIn the tradition of Me and Earl and the Dying Girl comes a hilarious, madcap, and quirky debut novel about a group of oddball teens struggling to find themselves when facing their own mortality.The life of homeschooler Stevie Hart gets all shook up when she meets a strange boy, Max, who survived a freak near-fatal accident and is now obsessed with death. He enlists her and her best friend, Sanger, to help him complete his absurd "23 Ways to Fake My Death Without Dying" checklist. What starts off as fun begins spiraling downward when Stevie's diabetes sabotages her fumbling romance with Max, Sanger announces she's moving out of state, and then death--real death--cuts close to home.
Lucky Four
by Anne Colver"This story of The Merrymakers, a 4-H Club group in Kansas, has a dramatic plot and true to life characters. Lucky Four tells how Jill and Sally help a new boy, Alex, forget his strangely troubled past; how Alex, in turn helps Jill turn her mare and colt project into a blue ribbon winner at the State Fair."
Lucky Girl
by Amanda MacielLucky Girl is an unflinching exploration of beauty, self-worth, and sexual assault, from the author of the acclaimed Tease.Rosie is a beautiful girl - and it's always been enough. Boys crush on her, men stare at her, girls (begrudgingly) admire her. She's lucky and she knows it.But it's the start of a new school year and she begins to realise that she wants to be more. Namely, she's determined to be better to her best friend, Maddie. So, when Maddie connects with a football player who Rosie was hooking up with, she's prepared to get over it in the name of friendship. Plus, someone even more interesting has moved to town. Rosie is drawn to Alex in a way she's never experienced before - and she is surprised to discover that, unlike every other guy, he seems to see more to her than her beauty.Then at a party one night, in the midst of a devastating storm, something happens that tears apart Rosie's life and forces her to face uncomfortable truths about reputation, identity, and what it means to be a true friend.Amanda Maciel unflinchingly explores ideas of beauty and reputation, as well as issues of slut-shaming and homophobia, in this story of a girl learning to truly see herself and her world.'An emotional, deftly paced and heartbreaking first novel.' Kirkus Reviews on TEASE
Lucky Goes to School (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)
by Gail HermanWhen Lucky's owner goes to school, where will Lucky go? Who will he meet? Find out in this fun-filled Level 2 reader.
Lucky Horse (Saddle Club #89)
by Bonnie BryantCarole Hanson and her father are going camping, leaving her horse, Starlight, in her friends' care. But Stevie and Lisa get so busy with Starlight that they neglect their own less fortunate horses.
Lucky Jars & Broken Promises
by Chrissie Perry Hardie Grant EgmontPenelope tries to impress her father with her booth at the school fair in the third book in the charming Penelope Perfect chapter book series.Penelope Kingston is absolutely certain that her stall at the school fair will be a huge success. She and Oscar are in charge of the lucky jars, and Penelope wants to break last year’s record. This is even more important because Penelope’s dad is coming to the fair. She and her brother don’t get to see him very much these days so Penelope is about to burst with excitement. If she can make her dad proud, maybe he’ll want to spend every weekend with Penelope and Harry, her brother. She just has to make sure that everything goes perfectly…
Lucky Linus
by Gene GantIs the possibility of fulfilling your heart's desire worth the risk of breaking it? Fourteen-year-old Linus Lightman is understandably reluctant to trust his newest foster family, the Nelsons, after he's bounced through the system since being being taken from his neglectful mother. He's certain they will reject him when they find out he's gay, and getting to know them will only lead to hurt later. Trying to cope, he builds a friendship with Kevin Mapleton, and it quickly grows into romance, despite Linus's fears. Then a video of Linus and Kevin having sex is posted online, and Linus knows from past experience exactly what's going to happen. This sort of scandal will cost him his new home and Kevin's love, snatching away his fragile hopes of belonging.
Lucky Little Things
by Janice ErlbaumA funny and heartfelt realistic middle-grade novel about friendship, family, and the meaning of luck, from author Janice Erlbaum.Eighth-grader Emma Macintyre could use some good luck. The popular kids at her school ignore her, the boy she likes is out of her league, and her best friend has been ditching her for the mean girls. Worst of all, her beloved Aunt Jenny died recently, leaving Emma and her single mom reeling with grief.Then Emma receives a mysterious letter with no return address. The letter promises that ten lucky little things will happen to her over the next thirty days—she just has to make a list of what she wants. When the things on her list start coming true, she races to understand what’s happening. How does this lucky letter work? Who sent it? And what’s going to happen when the thirty days are done?
Lucky Luis
by Gary SotoAt Little League, Luis is catching fly balls, stealing bases, and hitting like a champ. But there is a problem: he thinks he's getting good luck from the snacks he samples at the supermarket before every game. Then one day his mom goes directly to the field and he has a horrible practice. The day she skips the stop at the store before a game, he strikes out twice. Luckily, Luis's father understands and convinces him that practice and concentration matter much more than any superstition.
Lucky Luna
by Diana LopezAward-winning author Diana Lopez returns to her middle-grade sweet spot in this delightful novel perfect for fans of Wendy Mass, Charise Mericle Harper, and Angela Cervantes.You can choose your friends, but you can't choose your primas...Luna Ramos has more cousins than she can count, and even though her mom says that makes her lucky, Luna knows that every time she gets in trouble, one of her primas is responsible.But when Luna locks her know-it-all cousin Claudia in the bathroom at their cousin's quinceanera, Luna has no one to blame but herself. Her punishment? No hats for a whole month-which is a big deal because Luna's always been embarrassed by her hair, and hats make her feel more comfortable.To make things even worse, Claudia is transferring to her school, and now she'll have a chance to tattle on Luna even more than she already does! Her grandmother offers some sage advice, but since it's in Spanish, Luna gets it all wrong, and when the kids at school begin making fun of Claudia, Luna must decide what matters more: family or her reputation.
Lucky Luna (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Suzanne SladeNIMAC-sourced textbook. Super Bird. A baby screech owl is orphaned before he can fly. And he looks different from other screech owls. But this bird is going to be a star!
Lucky Me, Lucy McGee (Lucy McGee #3)
by Mary AmatoFourth grader Lucy McGee's ukulele is missing--and if she doesn't find it soon, she'll be kicked out of the Songwriting Club!Lucy McGee is determined to track down her beloved instrument, but she can't let anyone catch on--even best friend Phillip. When Lucy learns that YouTube songwriting stars Ben & Bee are playing a show on Saturday and they're giving away a free ukulele, it seems like the perfect solution. If only it wasn't the most in-demand, expensive concert ever.Soon frenemy Scarlett announces that she has an extra ticket to the show, prompting everyone in the Songwriting Club to try to win her over. Lucy McGee will have to get extra creative to find out what happened to her uke and to charm the always-scheming Scarlett in this humorous but heartfelt chapter book. The third book in Mary Amato's charming Lucy McGee series features artwork on every page as well as song lyrics for aspiring musicians to try out on their own.