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Baloney (Henry P.)
by Jon ScieszkaThe twisted team that gave the world Squids Will Be Squids and The Stinky Cheese Man now delivers a whole lot of Baloney. <P><P> Henry is an alien schoolkid who needs to come up with one very good excuse to explain why he is late for szkola, again. Otherwise, his teacher Miss Bugscuffle promises, it's Permanent Lifelong Detention. Henry's tall tale of his lost zimulis-received from deep space by Jon Scieszka-is told in at least twenty different Earth languages and graphically recreated in Lane Smith's out-of-this-world illustrations. The unbelievable trip into Henry's wild universe may be the most original excuse ever for being late for szkola. Or it might just be Baloney.
Baloney and Friends (Baloney & Friends #1)
by Greg Pizzoli<p>In this easy-to-read graphic novel series from an award-winning creator, four funny animal friends and their wacky adventures "will inspire young readers to write and draw their own stories" (Dav Pilkey).<p> <p>Meet Baloney! He's the star of this book, along with his best buddies: empathetic Peanut the horse, sensible Bizz the bumblebee, and grumpy Krabbit—he'd rather not be here, but what can you do?In this graphic novel for newly independent readers, Baloney and friends step into the spotlight and embody all the charm of childhood in three short tales and three mini-comics that invite readers to join the fun! Giggle with Baloney as he performs some questionable magic, give him a boost when a case of the blues gets him down, cheer him on as he braves the swimming pool, and at the end, learn to draw all the characters with clear step-by-step instructions!<p> <p>"A sure bet for Elephant and Piggie fans who are ready for the next step up or want to make the move to comics." —Booklist<p> <p>"Kids will gobble up Baloney!" —Ben Clanton, creator of Narwhal and Jelly series<p> <p>"Porcine-ly-perfect" —Laurie Keller, Geisel Award-winning author of We Are Growing!<p>
Baloney and Friends: Dream Big! (Baloney & Friends #3)
by Greg PizzoliIn the third book of this easy-to-read graphic novel series from an award-winning creator, four funny animal friends and their wacky adventures "will inspire young readers to write and draw their own stories" (Dav Pilkey).Baloney and friends are reaching for the stars—but not without some funny obstacles along the way! Whether they're creating a masterpiece, destroying a birthday cake, or debating online comments about themselves, these lovable characters know how to dream big! This new collection of mini-tales and three mini-comics will have you cheering and rooting for Baloney the pig, Bizz the bumblebee, Peanut the horse, and everyone's favorite grumpy rabbit, Krabbit! And at the end, readers will learn how to make their own comics by following clear step-by-step instructions.A sure bet for Elephant and Piggie fans who are ready for the next step up or want to make the move to comics." —BooklistDon't miss the other books in the series:Baloney & FriendsBaloney & Friends Going Up!
Baloney and Friends: Going Up! (Baloney & Friends #2)
by Greg Pizzoli<p>Three-time Theodor Seuss Geisel Award recipient Greg Pizzoli presents the second Baloney and Friends book that Dav Pilkey declares "will inspire young readers to write and draw their own stories"!<p> <p>Baloney and friends will have newly independent readers giggling their way through more day-to-day adventures in the second book of this pitch-perfect graphic novel series. Whether it's writing the lyrics to their own original theme song, having an epic sleepover in a tent, experimenting with an incredible new device that lets them reach for the sky, or thinking deep (or deeply funny) thoughts about the world around them, this new collection of mini-tales and three mini-comics will have you cheering and rooting for Baloney the pig, Bizz the bumblebee, Peanut the horse, and everyone's favorite grumpy rabbit, Krabbit! And at the end, readers will learn to draw each character with different facial expressions and emotions by following clear step-by-step instructions.<p> <p>A sure bet for Elephant and Piggie fans who are ready for the next step up or want to make the move to comics." —Booklist<p>
Bam and the Batwheels! (Step into Reading)
by Random HouseThe adventure hits the streets when Bam the Batmobile comes to life in this Step into Reading leveled reader inspired by the new hit preschool animated series Batwheels!The wheels start turning when Batman&’s Batmobile comes to life and starts fighting crime as Bam! Based on Batwheels™, the new preschool animated series on Cartoon Network and HBO Max, Bam and the Batwheels is a full-color Step into Reading leveled reader that is a great way to introduce young fans to Batman, the Batmobile and all the other Batwheels vehicles in the series while they learn to read. Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. These books are for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
Bambi
by Kelsey SkeaIt's a wonderful spring morning: a baby deer, Bambi, has been born! And Bambi has lots to learn about life in the forest. Fortunately, Bambi has the help of his new friends Thumper, Flower, and Friend Owl to show him the ropes! But life in the forest isn't always peaceful. Don't miss this retelling of the classic story of Bambi as the young prince learns the importance of friendship and survival.
Bambi (Little Golden Book)
by Golden BooksClassic Disney illustrations from the 1940s make this Little Golden Book retelling of an all-time favorite a keeper for Disney and Little Golden Book collectors alike!
Bambi's Hide-and-Seek (Disney Bambi)
by Disney PressBoys and girls ages 4-6 can play hide-and-seek with Bambi and Thumper in this Step into Reading leveled reader based on the classic animated film Disney's Bambi!
Bambi's Hide-and-Seek (Step into Reading)
by Andrea Posner-SanchezBoys and girls ages 4-6 can play hide-and-seek with Bambi and Thumper in this Step into Reading leveled reader based on the classic animated film Disney's Bambi!
Bambi: The Secret Adventure
by Disney Book GroupEvery day is a new adventure for Bambi and his friends! When Thumper the bunny wakes up Bambi and Flower one morning to go to a secret place, he tells them they can't tell their parents—they'd never be allowed to go! Where could Thumper possibly be taking Bambi and Thumper? Don't miss this charming tale of friendship and discovery in the forest.
Bambi: The Winter Trail
by DISNEY BOOK GROUPEvery day is an adventure for young Bambi and his friends! One winter morning, Thumper the bunny wakes Bambi up to play. Right away, the two friends discover a mysterious trail of footprints in the snow. But who could they belong to? Join Bambi and his friends as they follow the trail and track down the source of the prints!
Banana
by Zoey AbbottA quirky and hilarious picture book parable about parental distraction and a daughter's clever solution.My dad is the best. We love hanging out together. Recently, he got this banana. At first, we had a great time with the banana — it does cool stuff and it&’s really fun. But lately he&’s spending too much time with the banana. He&’s distracted, and he&’s not enjoying the things he used to enjoy, like hanging out with me. I don&’t think this banana is good for him. It&’s time to take action. Zoey Abbott tackles parental distraction in a quirky and hilarious way in this parable about too much of a good thing. With her trademark wit and engaging illustrations, she introduces a very wise kid and a not-so-wise parent who eventually see eye to eye in a story that will delight readers of all ages.
Banana Banana Meatball (GoNoodle)
by Random HouseDance, laugh, and learn with this GoNoodle storybook!Get ready to learn about patterns with the Blazer Fresh crew! Introduce readers to some of their favorite GoNoodle characters with this new hardcover storybook based on "Banana Banana Meatball," the popular video and song that embraces dancing, diversity, education, and good old-fashioned fun! Get up and get moving with GoNoodle!
Banana Dream
by Hasan NamirA young boy in Iraq yearns to taste the bananas that have been made unavailable by warfare.Growing up in Iraq after the Gulf War, Mooz didn&’t always like his name, which means &“banana&”. But when he learns the story behind it, he&’s proud, even when being teased by his classmates. Now all he yearns for is to taste a banana—a lofty dream in a time when few countries are trading with Iraq, where bananas don&’t grow.Inspired by author Hasan Namir&’s own childhood, Banana Dream is at once a celebration of a seemingly ordinary fruit and a snapshot of how war can alter a landscape. Artist Daby Zainab Faidhi&’s background in architectural illustration is evident as she brings the story's setting vividly to life.
Banana Fox and the Book-Eating Robot: A Graphix Chapters Book (Banana Fox)
by James Kochalka"A slyly sophisticated, appealing read." -- Dav Pilkey, internationally bestselling creator of Dog ManGet drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers aged 6-8. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers.Eisner Award-winning cartoonist James Kochalka returns with another uproariously funny caper for Banana Fox to sniff out in this critically acclaimed series from Graphix Chapters!Booie Hoo!Banana Fox's late fees have landed him in library jail! And when a familiar foe is found around town and a giant book-eating robot is unleashed, it looks like Sharyanna and William need to step in to save the day. The junior detectives put their heads together, but when their investigation runs cold, an unlikely hero emerges and proves his own sleuthing skills! But without Banana Fox's help, can the trio put Sour Grapes Jr. behind bars for good?
Banana Fox and the Gummy Monster Mess: A Graphix Chapters Book (Banana Fox)
by James Kochalka"A slyly sophisticated, appealing read." -- Dav Pilkey, internationally bestselling creator of Dog ManGet drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers aged 6-8. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers.Eisner Award-winning cartoonist James Kochalka returns with another uproariously funny caper for Banana Fox to sniff out in this critically acclaimed series from Graphix Chapters!Oopsie Doo!Banana Fox has a real mess on his hands this time! When the jail is left in ruins and Sour Grapes is on the run, Banana Fox has very few clues to work with to find him. He's coming across a number of red herrings, so it's clear that something fishy is going on... With the help of Sharyanna, William, and Sour Grapes Jr. (?!), can Banana Fox get to the bottom of this caper, or will the baddies run wild forever?
Banana Fox and the Secret Sour Society: A Graphix Chapters Book (Banana Fox #1)
by James Kochalka"A slyly sophisticated, appealing read." -- Dav Pilkey, internationally bestselling creator of Dog ManGet drawn into reading with Graphix Chapters!Graphix Chapters are ideal books for beginning and newly independent readers aged 6-8. With approachable page counts, easy-to-follow paneling, and artwork that supports text comprehension, these engaging stories with unforgettable characters help children become lifelong readers.Eisner Award-winning cartoonist James Kochalka brings his trademark humor to Banana Fox, an uproariously funny series from Graphix Chapters!Wowie Pow!The great detective Banana Fox is called back to duty to find a missing turtle. But the deeper he digs, the more he discovers, and it's worse than he thought! The Secret Sour Society is back, and they're mixing up a bunch of trouble. Can Banana Fox and his sidekick, Flashlight, put an end to the Secret Sour Society once and for all?
Band Camp! 1: All Together Now! (Band Camp)
by Brian "Smitty" SmithThe band is getting together in this brand-new, laugh-out-loud graphic chapter book series starring four musical instruments in their first year at Band Camp!Cordelia the accordion, Trey the triangle, Kaylee the ukulele, and Zook the kazoo meet when they're assigned to Bunk J--nicknamed "Junk Bunk" by the other instruments. Despite their differences, they'll have to become fast friends as they explore the wonders and challenges of the camp, including experiences with nature, food fights, and camp pranks. Can they learn to be in tune with each other by the time the big relay race comes around?
Band Camp! 2: Out of Sync (Band Camp)
by Brian "Smitty" SmithThe band is learning to play in tune in the second book of this laugh out loud series starring four musical instruments in their first year at Band Camp!Cordelia is feeling down after losing her footing during the tug-of-war competition, so Kaylee, Zook, and Trey decide to throw her a surprise birthday party. Determined not to disappoint her friends again for the next challenge, a group hike, Cordelia does all she can to prepare, but all the rest of the instruments' secret planning for the party is making Cordelia feel even more left out. Who will end up surprising who when the day of the hike comes around?
Band Camp! 3: In the Spotlight (Band Camp)
by Brian "Smitty" SmithThe band is getting ready for the big show in the third book of this laugh out loud series starring four musical instruments in their first year at Band Camp!When Trey freezes up with all eyes on him during charades, he knows there's no way he can perform at the camp talent show, especially when he can't even think of a talent worth sharing. But when the Metal Bunk signs him up without his knowledge, it's up to Zook, Cordy, and Kaylee to find his talent and help him develop a killer act before his big solo moment! Will his act strike a chord or fall flat?
Bane Drain (The Amazing Adventures of Batman!)
by Brandon T. SniderBane is on the loose at a Gotham City baseball game! An extra dose of venom has made him stronger than ever. Can Batman and Nightwing drain Bane of his powers, or will the duo pull the plug on this case? Find out in this action-packed early chapter book for the youngest of readers.
Barack Obama (Readers Bios)
by Caroline Crosson GilpinWhat biography series is complete without a title on the current U.S. President: Barack Obama? The election of an African American president was truly a monumental day in American history. His legacy will live on as a barrier-breaker and a pioneer. Learn all about our 44th President in this fascinating leveled reader.
Barack Obama: Out of Many, One (Step into Reading)
by Shana Corey James BernardinReading on your own This is the story of a skinny little boy with a funny name and how he became part of America's history.In very clear and accessible language, newly independent readers can learn how the lessons and love of Obama's mother and grandparents shaped him; how the places he lived influenced him; and how he turned his sadness from his childhood--the feeling he didn't fit in anywhere--into a positive, driving force of finding a place in the world and in the history books."History and biography are also successful topics for level-three readers. (Random House's) Step into Reading has the best offerings for the reading level . . . they are high in kid appeal."--Booklist
Barbed Wire Baseball
by Marissa MossAs a boy, Kenichi “Zeni” Zenimura dreams of playing professional baseball, but everyone tells him he is too small. Yet he grows up to be a successful player, playing with Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig! When the Japanese attack Pearl Harbor in 1941, Zeni and his family are sent to one of ten internment camps where more than 110,000 people of Japanese ancestry are imprisoned without trials. Zeni brings the game of baseball to the camp, along with a sense of hope. This true story, set in a Japanese internment camp during World War II, introduces children to a little-discussed part of American history through Marissa Moss’s rich text and Yuko Shimizu’s beautiful illustrations. The book includes author and illustrator notes, archival photographs, and a bibliography.