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The Social History of Alcohol and Drugs, volume 38 number 2 (Fall 2024)
by The Social History of Alcohol and DrugsThis is volume 38 issue 2 of The Social History of Alcohol and Drugs. The Social History of Alcohol and Drugs: An Interdisciplinary Journal (SHAD) is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to publishing high-quality original academic research, reflection essays, and reviews in the field of alcohol and drug history, broadly construed. SHAD appears twice annually as an official publication of the Alcohol and Drugs History Society, which promotes scholarship and discussions about the history of alcohol and drug use, abuse, production, trade, and regulation across time and space.
David Gets in Trouble
by David ShannonCaldecott Honor artist and bestseller David Shannon make readers laugh aloud in this next story about the troublemaking David!"When David gets in trouble, he always says . . . 'NO! It's not my fault! I didn't mean to! It was an accident!'" Whatever the situation, David's got a good excuse. And no matter what he's done "wrong," it's never really his fault. Soon, though, David realizes that making excuses makes him feel bad, and saying he's sorry makes him feel better. Once again, David Shannon entertains us with young David's mischievous antics and a lighthearted story that's sure to leave kids (and parents) laughing.
Stacey and the Cheerleaders: Stacey and the Cheerleaders (The Baby-Sitters Club #70)
by Ann M. MartinStacey starts dating a jock basketball player and falls in with a super-cool crowd, including the cheerleaders who ask her to try out for the squad.
Do Not EVER Be a Babysitter!
by Michaela MunteanFans of How to Babysit a Grandma and How to Babysit a Grandpa will love this hilarious misadventure in babysitting!Uncle Pig is babysitting his nieces and nephews, and he is clueless about what to do! His sister left him a handy list of ideas for how to entertain them, but Pig has a flair for misinterpretation (think Amelia Bedelia). When his tidy home erupts into messy chaos, what is a rookie babysitter to do? Turn to the reader for help, of course!
What If You Had Animal Ears? (What If You Had... ?)
by Sandra MarkleIf you could have any animal's ears, whose would you choose?What if you woke up one morning and your ears weren't yours? What If You Had Animal Ears explores what would happen if you looked in the mirror and saw an animal's ears instead of your own! The next imaginative book in the What If You Had series, explores incredible ears from the animal kingdom. From the elephant's tremendous ears to the jack rabbit's mood ears, discover what it would be like if you had these special ears--and find out why your ears are just the right ones for you!
Behind Enemy Lines: Behind Enemy Lines (Infinity Ring #6)
by Jennifer A. NielsenFix the past. Save the future.World War II is raging across Europe, and the Axis and Allied powers are in a stalemate. Dak, Sera, and Riq can tip the scales in the Allies' favor . . . if they can pull off the most daring spy mission of all time. But even if they succeed, are they playing into the SQ's hands?Jennifer A. Nielsen, author of THE FALSE PRINCE, brings her talent for intrigue and suspense to the Infinity Ring series!
Lost at Khe Sanh (Ghosts of War #2)
by Steve WatkinsHistory comes alive -- with ghosts!Anderson finds himself drawn to the old trunk of military relics in the basement of his family's junk shop again. His friends Greg and Julie warn him to stay away from it, but he can't help himself. This time Anderson discovers an old grenade with a strange message scratched into it. But an old grenade is dangerous . . . especially when the ghost of a soldier appears, claiming that it's his lucky grenade from during his service in the Vietnam War. What does this ghost want from Anderson, Greg, and Julie? Is he here for their help - or for something more sinister? It's a race against time as the friends work to solve the mystery!
Lost in the Pacific, 1942: Not a Drop to Drink (Lost #1)
by Tod OlsonLOST IN THE PACIFIC is the first book in a new narrative nonfiction series that tells the true story of a band of World War II soldiers who became stranded at sea and had to fight for survival.World War II, October 21, 1942. A B-17 bomber drones high over the Pacific Ocean, sending a desperate SOS into the air. The crew is carrying America's greatest living war hero on a secret mission deep into the battle zone. But the plane is lost, burning through its final gallons of fuel.At 1:30 p.m., there is only one choice left: an emergency landing at sea. If the crew survives the impact, they will be left stranded without food or water hundreds of miles from civilization. Eight men. Three inflatable rafts. Sixty-eight million square miles of ocean. What will it take to make it back alive?
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Some Leaves!
by Lucille ColandroGet ready to fall over laughing in this autumnal-themed story featuring everyone's favorite old lady!That lovely old lady is ready for her fall comeback! What can you make from leaves, clothes, a pumpkin, and rope? Only this old lady knows the secret!With rhyming text and funny illustrations, this lively version of the classic song will appeal to young readers with every turn of the page--a fun story to get ready for the fall season.
Ghosts: A Graphic Novel
by Raina TelgemeierFrom Raina Telgemeier, the #1 New York Times bestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning author of Smile, Drama, and Sisters!Catrina and her family are moving to the coast of Northern California because her little sister, Maya, is sick. Cat isn't happy about leaving her friends for Bahia de la Luna, but Maya has cystic fibrosis and will benefit from the cool, salty air that blows in from the sea. As the girls explore their new home, a neighbor lets them in on a secret: There are ghosts in Bahia de la Luna. Maya is determined to meet one, but Cat wants nothing to do with them. As the time of year when ghosts reunite with their loved ones approaches, Cat must figure out how to put aside her fears for her sister's sake - and her own.Raina Telgemeier has masterfully created a moving and insightful story about the power of family and friendship, and how it gives us the courage to do what we never thought possible.
What If You Had Animal Eyes? (What If You Had... ?)
by Sandra MarkleIf you could have any animal's eyes, whose would you choose?What if you woke up one morning and your eyes weren't yours? What If You Had Animal Eyes? -- the next imaginative book in the What If You Had series -- explores what would happen if you looked in the mirror and saw a pair of animal eyes instead of your own! From the chameleon's eyes that can point in different directions, to the colossal squid's eyes that shine in the dark, discover what it would be like if you had these special eyes -- and find out why your eyes are just the right ones for you!
The Hallo-Wiener
by Dav PilkeyFrom Dav Pilkey, creator of the New York Times bestselling Dog Man and Captain Underpants series, comes Oscar, a little dog with a big bullying problem.Oscar is a little dog with a big problem -- he gets more tricks than treats because other dogs tease him all the time. But one brave act on Halloween makes Oscar a Grade-A hero, proving that a little wiener can be a real winner!
Little But Fierce (Scholastic Reader, Level 2)
by Joan EmersonThese adorable little animals -- as seen in The Dodo's viral videos -- have the BIGGEST personalities!Just because these animals are small, that doesn't mean they're not strong! Each mini story in this Level 2 reader tells the true tale of a tiny fighter featured on The Dodo's "Little but Fierce" series, including a French bulldog, an alpaca, and a squirrel. These animals pushed beyond their size to prove just how big their hearts could be! From runts of the litter and animals with disabilities, these tough creatures showed the world that size doesn't matter. Full-color photos of these adorable animals and simple nonfiction facts are featured on every page.The Dodo is one of social media's most popular animal brands, with over 33 million followers! Their inspiring stories are the perfect example of just how far an animal can go when they have the love of a supportive human by their side.
Karen's Haircut (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #8)
by Ann M. MartinFrom the bestselling author of the generation-defining series The Baby-sitters Club comes a series for a new generation!The New KarenKaren feels like an ugly duckling. Her baby teeth are all falling out, and she has to wear glasses, too! Karen needs a new haircut to make her look glamorous. But the beauty parlor lady cuts Karen’s hair all wrong. Now she's uglier than ever! What will all the kids at school say?
Armadillo and Hare: Tales From The Forest
by Jeremy StrongIn the tradition of Cynthia Rylant and Arnold Lobel comes an utterly charming, hilarious, and heartfelt story of unlikely animal friendship and the differences in all of us, told with wit and wisdom.Armadillo and Hare live with their friends in the Big Forest. Hare loves dancing. Armadillo loves cheese sandwiches. Hare loves playing the tuba. Armadillo loves cheese sandwiches. Hare loves his best friend, Armadillo. Armadillo loves Hare - AND cheese sandwiches! They have quite a mix of friends, including an acrobatic wombat, a know-it-all lobster, a hungry jaguar, and (let's not forget) the invisible stick insect.Over the course of these ten stories of friendship, Armadillo and Hare will learn some very important lessons:- Exercise is important for Armadillos, but so are cheese sandwiches.- Big animals like jaguars and small insects get lonely too...and might just be the best of friends.- Elephants can cause more damage than thunderstorms.- You can still host a forest birthday party even if it's nobody's birthday, as long as everyone is invited.Filled with stunning illustrations by Rebecca Bagley, this is a book to be read over and over again.
The Copper Gauntlet: The Copper Gauntlet (Magisterium #2)
by Holly Black Cassandra ClareFrom Holly Black and Cassandra Clare comes the second installment in the New York Times bestselling series that defies what you think you know about the worlds of good and evil.Callum Hunt's summer break isn't like other kids'. His closest companion is a Chaos-ridden wolf, Havoc. His father suspects him of being secretly evil. And, of course, most kids aren't heading back to the magical world of the Magisterium in the fall.It's not easy for Call . . . and it gets even harder after he checks out his basement and discovers that his dad might be trying to destroy both him and Havoc.Call escapes to the Magisterium -- but things only intensify there. The Alkahest -- a copper gauntlet capable of separating certain magicians from their magic -- has been stolen. And in their search to discover the culprit, Call and his friends Aaron and Tamara awaken the attention of some very dangerous foes -- and get closer to an even more dangerous truth.As the mysteries of the Magisterium deepen and widen, bestselling authors Holly Black and Cassandra Clare take readers on an extraordinary journey through one boy's conflict -- and a whole world's fate.
Katie Meets the Impressionists (Scholastic Bookshelf)
by James MayhewImagine if art could come to life! That's what happens when Katie steps into some of the world's greatest Impressionist paintings. And where Katie goes, adventure is never far behind!Katie discovers the true magic of Impressionist art in this addition to James Mayhew's Katie series!Katie and her grandmother are visiting the art museum. While admiring a painting of a beautiful garden, Katie is certain she can smell the flowers. Sure enough, when she opens her eyes, she is inside the painting! Join Katie as an ordinary day at the museum turns into a special gift for her grandmother's birthday.
The Golden Temple: A Branches Book (The Last Firehawk #9)
by Katrina CharmanTag, Skyla, and Blaze are on a journey to find the hidden Golden Temple in this action-packed fantasy adventure series!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, 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!Tag and his friends are one step closer to finding Blaze's family of lost firehawks. Thorn's twin brother, Claw, says the firehawks were last seen at the mysterious Golden Temple. The friends must work together and search the jungle to find the hidden temple. But when they finally find the temple, it is empty! Are the firehawks gone forever? Or will these friends discover a different way to find Blaze's lost family? This fully-illustrated series makes a great introduction to fantasy and quest stories for younger readers!
The Phantom of the Theater: A Geronimo Stilton Adventure (Creepella von Cacklefur #8)
by Geronimo StiltonIt's always a fur-raising adventure with Creepella von Cacklefur!The famouse opera singer Violetta von Cacklefur is in Gloomeria to perform at the Royal Mousetropolitan Theater! But the mischievous phantom of the theater has anold grudge against her. It's up to Creepella and Geronimo to track him down in the theater's spooky basement... before the curtains rise and he ruins the show!
The Ruby Princess Runs Away (Jewel Kingdom #1)
by Jahnna N. MalcolmFour girls are about to become princesses! But can they keep their kingdom safe?In the Jewel Kingdom, four girls rule: Roxanne is the Ruby Princess, Sabrina is the Sapphire Princess, Emily is the Emerald Princess, and Demetra is the Diamond Princess.But soon-to-be Ruby Princess, Roxanne, is not so sure she's ready to be royalty. She decides to run away! But before she can get very far, she learns of a plot to take over the Jewel Kingdom. Another girl is pretending to be her. If Roxanne doesn't act fast, the Jewel Kingdom might be lost forever!
Better to Wish: Better to Wish (Family Tree #1)
by Ann M. MartinFour generations. Four girls. One family.An amazing new four-book series from Ann M. Martin.This first book in an all-new quartet from the phenomenal Ann M. Martin follows Abby Nichols in the 1930s in Maine. After her mother's death, Abby is largely responsible for raising her siblings, but she longs to write and live in New York City, far away from the tiny Maine town where she lives now. Once her father remarries and Abby has a stepmother she doesn't get along with, she finally makes her escape to the city and life she's always dreamed of.
The Brightest Night: The Brightest Night (Wings of Fire #5)
by Tui T. SutherlandWINGS OF FIRE comes to a thrilling conclusion in this action-packed finale!It all comes down to this: The Dragonets of Destiny must finally bring the epic war to an end, reconcile the seven tribes, and choose the next queen of Pyrrhia... and make it out alive.
Diamond's Dream (Lucky Bunnies)
by Catherine CoeEverybunny knows that a little bit of luck can turn an ordinary day into an adventure! Welcome to Bright Burrow, home to the six hoppiest, floppiest, pluckiest, luckiest bunnies around. Diamond heads to Mirror Lake trying to see her future! Mostly she wants to know whether or not she'll get the present she wants for her birthday. But it turns out she gets something very unwanted - a new brother! He keeps ruining everything for Diamond- culminating in eating her homework! With no other answers, Diamond runs away from home, panicking her friends. Can they find Diamond before her birthday is over?
Great Reef Games: Great Reef Games (Race the Wild #2)
by Kristin EarhartOn a once-in-a-lifetime race through the animal kingdom, it takes smarts, strength, and skill to win!Sage is used to being the fastest runner, the quickest climber, and the strongest swimmer around. And she's also used to taking charge. But when the second race course has the red team diving underwater to explore the Great Barrier Reef, it's trusting her teammates that matters most. It's sink or swim time....Each chapter in this action-packed adventure series is bursting with totally true facts about wild and wonderful creatures, dangerous habitats, maps, and more!
Surrounded By Sharks (Scholastic Press Novels)
by Michael NorthropA thrilling survival story from Michael Northrop, the acclaimed author of TRAPPED.He couldn't sleep. That's how it all started. When Davey wakes, just as the sun is rising, he can't wait to slip out of the crammed hotel room he's sharing with his family. Leave it to his parents and kid brother to waste an entire day of vacation sleeping in! Davey heads straight for the beach, book and glasses in hand, not bothering to leave a note. As the sparkling ocean entices him, he decides to test the water, never mind that "No Swimming" sign. But as the waves pull him farther from shore, Davey finds himself surrounded by water -- and something else, too. Something circling below the surface, watching, waiting. It's just a matter of time.