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Battlefield of the Mind for Kids
by Joyce Meyer Karen Moore#1 bestselling author Joyce Meyer adapts her million-copy bestseller about changing your life by changing your mind into a specially designed edition for middle-grade readers ages 8-12. Joyce Meyer's Battlefield of the Mind has been a smash success because she refuses to break away from addressing our struggles with doubt, worry, and depression. More important is the acknowledgment that, regrettably, children are experiencing the same stresses that adults are, including anger, confusion, condemnation, and fear. These are the difficult issues that children face on numerous levels every day. Now, Joyce provides the same inspiring message of encouragement and hope as the original edition for adults, but in a manner specifically geared toward children. Filled with stories and an upbeat style kids will relate to, BATTLEFIELD OF THE KID'S MIND will appeal to child readers at a time when they need it most, their pre-teen years.
Battlefield of the Mind for Kids
by Joyce MeyerThe newest edition of BATTLEFIELD OF THE MIND FOR KIDS, based on Joyce Meyer's most popular book of all time, offers children peace of mind and the spiritual encouragement that's just right for them.Kids will learn:-How to identify and be guided by their own thoughts, instead of following the crowd,-How to better understand the Bible, becoming secure in God's best for them, -And how to take control of their thought life, a foundation for happy, successful school years.
Battles of the American CIvil War (A True Book)
by Catherine ClintonWhat were the most important battles of the American Civil War? Discover it with this book for young readers.More than 3 million men, women, and-yes-children fought in the Civil War. And more than 600,000 of them died. For four bloody years, fighting raged from Georgia to Pennsylvania and as far west as the Mississippi River. The war tested the strength of our country, as well as the fortitude of our leaders. Learn about the battles, generals, and everyday heroes that held the nation together.ABOUT THIS SERIES:The Civil War took place in America between April 1861 and April 1865. During the four-year struggle between the North and the South, approximately 10,000 battles were fought on land and sea, leaving 620,000 dead. As a result of the war, more than three million enslaved people gained their freedom. The four books in the "Exploring the Civil War" series examine the war's key people, places, and events, and its causes and consequences, making them the perfect tools to introduce children to one of the defining events in American history.
Baxter (The Puppy Place #19)
by Ellen MilesBased on the popularity of the White House's own pet, a Portuguese Water Dog is coming to the Puppy Place! Charles and Lizzie are so excited to take care of this specially bred Portuguese Water Dog. It's not every day that a dog like this is given up for fostering. But when the poor pooch has trouble living without his former owner, Lizzie needs to use all of her puppy knowledge to find the perfect home for this pup.
Baxter, the Pig Who Wanted to Be Kosher
by Laurel SnyderBaxter is a curious pig. So when he learns about something called Shabbat dinner, he can't wait to find out what all the fuss is about. But when he tries to wrangle an invitation he's told in no uncertain terms that he can't be part of Shabbat dinner--after all, he's not kosher.* So begins Baxter's quest to become kosher, and a series of misunderstandings involving endless jars of pickles and loaves and loaves of challah. Will Baxter ever have a place at the Shabbat table? Not to worry. While learning about the meaning of Shabbat (and what is or isn't kosher--oy!), Baxter comes to know the warmth and welcome that is an essential part of the Friday night table. *kosher: food that meets traditional biblical standards for Jewish munching. Pigs are not kosher.
Bayberry Island: An Adventure About Friendship and the Journey Home (Brambleheart #2)
by Henry ColeIn Henry Cole’s beautifully illustrated sequel to Brambleheart, reminiscent of Brian Jacques’s Redwall and Avi’s Poppy series, Twig’s fantastical adventures continue as he and his animal friends set sail to reunite Char with his dragon family. Twig never thought he would leave the Hill again. But now Twig and his friends Basil and Lily find themselves on a dangerous journey downriver to bring Char home. Unsure of where they are going, or how far they will travel from home, the crew will have to work together and find their sea legs if they want to stay afloat. Will they survive the catastrophes nature throws their way and find Char's mysterious island home?
Bayou Magic
by Jewell Parker RhodesIf only Maddy sees the mermaid, can it be real?It's Maddy's turn to have a bayou summer. At first she misses life back home in the city, but soon she grows to love everything about her new surroundings -- the glimmering fireflies, the glorious landscape, and something else, deep within the water, that only Maddy sees. Could it be a mermaid? As her grandmother shares wisdom about sayings and signs, Maddy realizes she may be only the sibling to carry on her family's magical legacy. And when a disastrous oil leak threatens the bayou, she knows she may also be the only one who can help. Does she have what it takes to be a hero?A coming-of-age tale rich with folk magic, set in the wake of the Gulf oil spill, Bayou Magic celebrates hope, friendship, and family, and captures the wonder of life in the Deep South.
Bayou Suzette
by Lois LenskiA Cajun girl tries to keep her family together on the Louisiana bayou It's been almost 2 years since Suzette's father caught 2 bullets in his back. Since then, he's been bed-ridden, too sick to hunt or fish or do any of the things a bayou man must do to keep his family fed. While he heals, Suzette scours the swamps around her house for fish, gators, or anything she can sell to put food on the table. It's hard, but Suzette is a proud Cajun, and work doesn't scare her. When an Indian girl appears on the bayou, Suzette finds in her a friend--and maybe a way to save her family. This moving novel lovingly depicts the warmth and vitality of Cajun people and a time when the bayous seemed to stretch forever.
Be Active (Health and My Body)
by Mari SchuhGrab some friends and play tag. Take a bike ride. Go on a hike. There are so many ways to be active! Lively photos mixed with informative text will explain why we need to be active and inspire every reader to get up and move. Be Active includes a glossary, a read more section, kid-friendly Internet sites, and an index.
Be Careful What You Sniff For #1
by Nancy Krulik Sebastien BraunSent to the backyard for breaking a tick-tock-ticking toy, Sparky (an adorable but clumsy sheepdog puppy) immediately begins his favorite activity: diggety-dig-digging. Little does he know, he's about to dig up the most amazing toy ever--a magic bone! With one bite into that sparkling bone, Sparky is magically transported to London, where he makes new friends, sees the sights, and gets into a bit of trouble. Join Sparky on his adventure to see how he escapes and makes it back home!
Be Careful What You Wish For (Classic Goosebumps #7)
by R. L. StineGoosebumps now on Disney+!Samantha Byrd is a klutz. An accident waiting to happen. And that makes her the least popular member of the girls' basketball team.But all of that is about to change. Sam's met someone who can grant her three wishes.Too bad Sam wasn't more careful when she asked for. BEcause her wishes are coming true. And they're turning her life into a living nightmare!Now with all-new bonus materials including an author interview and more!
Be Careful What You Wish Fur-Disney Chills, Book Four (Disney Chills)
by Vera StrangeBe Careful What You Wish Fur, the fourth book in the spook-tacular Disney Chills series, combines all the creepy-crawly feels of Goosebumps with all the wicked wit of one of Disney's most infamous villains, Cruella de Vil. The dreams that you FEAR will come true.Thirteen-year-old Delia loves fashion. She loves beauty products. She spends hours in her room attempting to take the perfect selfie. All she wants is to be as cool and trendy as the other girls in her school. Unfortunately, Delia's family is not exactly flush with cash, so keeping up with the latest styles is next to impossible. But when Delia finds a near flawless faux fur coat at her local thrift store, she discovers that when she wears it, she's transformed. Literally. Delia becomes prettier, more confident, and-as a result-more popular, whenever she wears the coat. She's racking up the likes both virtually and IRL. Finally, everything is perfect.That is until the original owner of the coat decides that she wants it back. Enter Cruella De Vil-a woman who will stop at nothing to reclaim her most prized possession. And when Delia tries to make a deal with the De Vil, she'll learn that beauty is not worth the price.Grab your nightlight, dear reader, and prepare to be CHILL-ed!
Be Careful, Xiao Xin!
by Alice PungXiao Xin believes he is a fire warrior, but his family thinks the world is too dangerous for him. Can he inspire his family to trust him?Xiao Xin believes he is a fearless Red Fire Warrior, but his family is always telling him to be careful--he's too little to be a warrior! They believe the world is a dangerous place. But they don't understand what Xiao Xin can be! Can Xiao Xin show his family that he is capable of more than they believe, and inspire his little sister to be brave, too?Renowned storytellers Alice Pung and Sher Rill Ng bring to life a beautiful and tender story told in both English and Chinese about learning to conquer your own fears--as a child, and as an adult.
Be Glad Your Dad...(Is Not an Octopus!)
by Jared Chapman Matthew Logelin Sara JensenBe glad your dad is not a dog, because he would lick your face to say hello!Most of the time, you're glad your dad is your dad, until he gets grouchy, bossy, or just totally gross. Then you wish you could swap him for something else. But be careful what you wish for, because it could be way worse....In this silly what-if story, kids will roar with laughter at the misadventures of a monkey dad, an alligator dad, a whale dad, and even a unicorn dad! But nothing can replace the dads who love them more than anything in the whole wide world.Be sure to check out the fun facts about the animals in the story in the back of the book!
Be Good to Your Body--Healthy Eating and Fun Recipes: Healthy Eating And Fun Recipes (Dover Children's Activity Books)
by Roz FulcherMore than 50 illustrated recipes encourage kids to delight in preparing and eating fresh, healthful foods. Simple dishes and snacks include Fruit Pizza, Cheesy Spaghetti Squash, Frozen Grape Pops, and Turkey Joes. Fun-to-color pages feature a feast of interesting facts, from where carrots originated (Afghanistan) to the first cultivated fruit (grapes).
Be More Stitch: Be More Positive, Happy, and Confident Every Day
by DKA fun, pocket-sized book packed with quizzes and life lessons for kids from their favorite mischievous Disney alien.“What would Stitch do?”Loyal friend, mischievous comedian, and extraterrestrial adventurer: Stitch navigates life with style through all its ups and downs. Sometimes, he accidentally causes chaos, but he knows his ‘ohana will be there for him – and a bit of surfing always cheers him up!Stitch’s inspiring positivity is bound to brighten your day:Pocket-sized and full of practical advice – Be More Stitch is a lighthearted guide to help kids understand their emotions, overcome obstacles, and improve self-esteemBitesize content and fun quizzes – with upbeat tips, engaging quizzes, quotes, and fun images, Be More Stitch encourages children to navigate life with confidence and positivityPerfect for gift buyers – a great present for young Lilo & Stitch fansLet everyone’s favorite super-cute Disney alien show you how to feel happier every day!© 2025 Disney
Be Nice to Mice (Katie Kazoo, Switcheroo #20)
by Nancy KrulikKatie can't wait for the school science fair. But when she hears that a sixth-grader named Selena is using her pet mice as part of a science experiment, Katie does her best to put a stop to it. When she turns into Selena on the day of the fair, she gets her chance to set the mice free. What a disaster! How will Katie eek her way out of this one? .
Be Real, Macy Weaver
by Lakita WilsonA humorous, heartfelt, and fashion-filled contemporary novel about Macy Weaver, a young girl struggling with how to be her true self and make a best friend. Perfect for fans of From the Desk of Zoe Washington and Stand Up, Yumi Chung.Eleven-year-old Macy Weaver knows relationships are complicated. Fresh off her latest friendship breakup, she&’s spent most of her summer break on her own. So when Macy&’s mother decides to go back to college three states away, Macy jumps on the chance to move—anything for a fresh start. But Macy&’s new home isn&’t exactly what she expected. Her mother&’s never around and her dad&’s always working. Lonelier than ever, Macy sets her sights on finding a new best friend. When she meets Brynn, who&’s smart and kind and already seems to have her whole life figured out—down to her future as a high fashion model—Macy knows she&’s it. The only problem is that Brynn already has a BFF and, as everyone knows, you can only have one. Resorting to old habits, Macy turns one small lie into a whole new life—full of fantastic fashion and haute couture—but it isn't long before everything really falls apart. Ultimately, Macy must determine how to make things right and be true to herself—rather than chasing after the person she thinks she&’s supposed to be.
Be True to Yourself: Daily Affirmations and Awesome Advice for Teen Girls
by Amanda FordA Be Yourself Guide for Teen Girls#1 New Release in Teen & Young Adult Maturing, School & Education, Bullying Issues, Dating & IntimacyIn this book of short daily meditations and essays, Amanda Ford, a young adult herself, offers stories, information, and advice on all the important issues facing young women today: boys, dating, drinking, self-respect, self-love, fights with friends, dealing with parents, and more.Support for young women as they navigate one of the most confusing and challenging times of their lives. When Amanda Ford emerged from her tumultuous teenage years, she saw the need for a guide to help girls learn to listen to their inner voices and think for themselves. Be True To Yourself is the big sister Amanda never had?and always wanted to be. It provides the encouragement and guidance she wished, as a teenage girl, that an older sister had given her, as well as stories and advice that she would have loved to share with a younger sister during her own teen years.Your daughter, granddaughter, niece, or young friend will learn to listen to her heart with this coming-of-age guide. Girls will find comfort, encouragement, and insight in these pages, along with suggestions for articulating and confiding their feelings, fears, and frustrations. They will learn more about so many important topics introduced during adolescence, such as:How to love yourself, boost your self-confidence, and receive compliments wellHow to determine your own values, be true to yourself, and follow through on your promisesHow to cherish your friends and family?even when they’re getting on your last nerveIf you appreciated self-development books for teens like The Ultimate Self-Esteem Workbook for Teens, Just As You Are, You Don't Have to Learn Everything the Hard Way, or Embracing the Awkward, then you’ll love Be True to Yourself.
Be Well, Beware (Beware the Mare #3)
by Jessie HaasA Child Study Association of America Book of the Year: Lily&’s beloved horse Beware is sick—can Lily save her? Something&’s wrong with Beware. Lily knows the minute she spies the mare standing under the trees, the way Beware does in summer to get away from the heat. But today there&’s no shade beneath the bare branches, and it&’s freezing out. When Lily calls for her, Beware doesn&’t come trotting over. She doesn&’t move, even when Lily offers her an apple core. She isn&’t injured, because Lily can&’t find any cuts or bruises on her. But when Lily tells her to walk, Beware&’s back legs buckle and she nearly falls down! Beware is sick, but she has no fever and is still eating a little bit. The vet makes a diagnosis, but the treatments don&’t help. Surgery may be the only answer. But it&’s expensive—and dangerous. Will Beware survive? Lily needs more than hopes and prayers—she needs a miracle: Somehow, she has to find a way to save her.
Be Who You Want to Be: Dealing with Life's Ups & Downs (Children, Parenting And The Family Ser.)
by Karen CaseyA teenage girl’s guide to handling life’s problems, from how to be a better friend to dealing with parents and school.Be Who You Want to Be. Learn more about yourself and who you are and what makes you sad or made or happy. What do you like to do? What do you have to do? And how come some days are just so darned hard to get through? Sometimes it feels as if we just aren’t smart enough to succeed, nice enough to be likes, or pretty enough for anything.Karen Casey has written helpful books especially for women and girls of all ages. She’s written this one because she remembers what it feels like to grow up. Think of this book as your toolkit with ideas for how to handle problems with friends, parents, school. Keep this book in a special place. It’s like having a friend to talk to any time you want.
Be You
by Peter H. ReynoldsDiscover a joyful reminder of the ways that every child is unique and special, from the beloved creator of The Dot, Happy Dreamer, and New York Times bestseller, The Word Collector. Here, Reynolds reminds readers to "be your own work of art." To be patient, persistent, and true. Because there is one, and only one, YOU. In the tradition of books like Oh, the Places You'll Go! and I Wish You More comes a wholly original, inspirational celebration of individuality as only Peter H. Reynolds can create!
Be You! (Digital Read Along)
by Peter H. ReynoldsBe curious...Be adventurous...Be brave...BE YOU!Discover a joyful reminder of the ways that every child is unique and special, from the beloved creator of The Dot, Happy Dreamer, and New York Times bestseller, The Word Collector. Here, Reynolds reminds readers to "be your own work of art." To be patient, persistent, and true. Because there is one, and only one, YOU.In the tradition of books like Oh, the Places You'll Go! and I Wish You More comes a wholly original, inspirational celebration of individuality as only Peter H. Reynolds can create!
Be a Friend to the Trees (Let's-read-and-find-out Science 2 Ser. #1)
by Patricia LauberDiscusses the importance of trees as sources of food, oxygen, and other essential things.
Be a Star! (Amazing Stardust Friends Ser. #2)
by Heather AlexanderThe circus is going to Hollywood!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!The Stardust Girls -- Marlo, Bella, Carly, and Allie -- are all abuzz! A film crew from Hollywood is doing a piece on the circus. Allie loves being in the circus, but she'd love to be a Hollywood star, too! She tries to impress the film crew by becoming the star of the show. But in the circus, everyone works together as a team. And Marlo, Bella, and Carly don't like how Allie is hogging the spotlight. Will Allie get her big Hollywood break?