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The Black Hole Debacle

Keri Claiborne Boyle (author) Deborah Melmon (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781534112117

Jordie is awed by asteroids, perplexed by planets, and mesmerized by moons. She can't believe her luck when she finds a black hole taking up residence in her desk at school. Of course she's keeping it. But when the black hole starts snarfing everything in sight--including Neptune the dog--she realizes that black holes need wide open spaces, galaxies to graze, and stars to slurp. So she sets things right. Just not before she embarking on a wild, time- and space-bending mission to save her pup.

A Parliament of Owls

Devin Scillian (author) Sam Caldwell (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781534111981

From a mischief of mice and a shiver of sharks to a caravan of camels and a rhumba of rattlesnakes, animals from around the globe gather a group and sashay, swim, slither, or sail through this party of animal plurals. The only question is "What to call this animal arcade? This critter convention? This zigzag zoo? This purring and preening parade?"

Making a Meal for Bigfoot

Ruth Owen (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781636910765

What do you make when bigfoot shows up at your door with an empty stomach? A meal that's tasty for your bigfoot guest (and pretty yummy for you, too)! Mix a mint and lemonade slushy and bake some crunchy fall leaf crackers and dip. Then, serve up a big bigfoot foot pizza for your new friend. Top it all off with a delicious woodland berry cheesecake that will make your guest think of home. Don't forget to explore more about bigfoot facts and fiction so you have plenty to talk about during your mythical meal.

Making a Meal for a Dragon

Ruth Owen (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781636910772

What do you feed a fire-breathing friend that finds its way to your place for dinner? A marvelous meal fit for your dragon guest (that you'll love, too)! Start with an appetizer of crunchy claw crackers and a sweet-and-spicy ginger drink. For the main course, serve up a pepperoni pie shaped just like your dragon friend--complete with colorful scaly skin. Then, finish the meal with sweet fire-colored meringues. While you're at it, don't forget to brush up on dragon myths so you'll have plenty to talk about during your mythical meal.

The King Who Loved to Sing

Spencer Brinker (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781642806113

There once was a king who loved to sing. It was his very favorite thing. But could a bee sting prevent his ability to sing? Find out in this fun and quirky story that teaches early readers lots of “ing” words! The expertly crafted text uses this rhyming pattern along with strong picture cues to help early readers get the reading practice they need.

A Whale of a Tale

Spencer Brinker (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781642806106

Marco is a cute baby whale. He loves to eat fish, but what about kale? Find out in this fun and quirky tale that teaches early readers lots of “ale” words! The expertly crafted text uses this rhyming pattern along with strong picture cues to help early readers get the reading practice they need.

A Knight in a Fight

Spencer Brinker (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781642806120

Freddy is a knight. Sadly, his suit is too tight. Even with all his might, can he fight a dragon wearing a suit that’s too tight? Find out in this fun and quirky story that teaches early readers lots of “ight” words! The expertly crafted text uses this rhyming pattern along with strong picture cues to help early readers get the reading practice they need.

A Snack for Zack

Spencer Brinker (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781642806151

Jack has a pet duck named Zack. Quack! Quack! Zack wants a snack. There is a little black shack. Will Jack find a snack in the shack? Find out in this fun and quirky story that teaches early readers lots of “ack” words! The expertly crafted text uses this rhyming pattern along with strong picture cues to help early readers get the reading practice they need.

A Duck in the Muck

Spencer Brinker (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781642806137

Ann isn’t having any luck! Her truck is stuck in the muck. Sitting in the muck is a small, yellow duck. And is there also a buck? Find out in this fun and quirky story that teaches early readers lots of “uck” words! The expertly crafted text uses this rhyming pattern along with strong picture cues to help early readers get the reading practice they need.

A Goat on a Boat

Spencer Brinker (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781642806175

Cassie walks around her castle’s moat. She’s surprised to see a goat. Why is it standing in a boat? Find out in this fun and quirky story that teaches early readers lots of “oat” words! The expertly crafted text uses this rhyming pattern along with strong picture cues to help early readers get the reading practice they need.

A Drink of Pink Ink

Spencer Brinker (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781642806144

Benjamin Fink can’t find his jar of pink ink. First, he checked his big, dirty sink. Then, he stopped to think. Where was his missing pink ink? Find out in this fun and quirky story that teaches early readers lots of “ink” words! The expertly crafted text uses this rhyming pattern along with strong picture cues to help early readers get the reading practice they need.

A Drip-Drop in a Tea Shop

Spencer Brinker (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9781642806168

Mr. Frop is a cop who accidentally gets hit with a mop. What exactly happened inside his wife’s tea shop? Find out in this fun and quirky story that teaches early readers lots of “op” words! The expertly crafted text uses this rhyming pattern along with strong picture cues to help early readers get the reading practice they need.

Baa, Baa Tap Sheep

Kenda Henthorn (author) Lauren Gallegos (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781534198159

As a trio of tired tots settles into bed for the night, the sheep who should be helping them count down to slumber kick up their hooves instead in an energetic dance performance. Starting with one little lamb and counting up to 10, these "sleep" sheep tap, waltz, tango, and even boogie as they get their nighttime groove on. But finally, after their energy is danced out, nap sheep lull everyone to sleep.

Roosevelt Banks and the Attic of Doom

Laurie Calkhoven (author) Debbie Palen (illustrator)

Publisher: Red Chair Press LLC ISBN: 9781947159709

With a new sister on the way, Roosevelt Banks has to give up his bedroom and move into the attic, which must be haunted because of all the squeaks and groans coming from the spooky place at the top of the stairs. After his plan to move into a fort in the woods fails, and a ghost-busting exercise goes terribly wrong, Roosevelt—with the help of Tommy, Josh, and Eddie Spaghetti—has to find the courage to defeat the biggest, spookiest ghouls ever and turn the Attic of Doom into a Room with a View.

Too Many Pigs in the Pool

Wendy Hinote Lanier (author) Iris Amaya (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781534197916

On Sunday, Mr. Jenkins welcomes one pig into his pool (as a guest of his neighbor Ms. Peal, who's brought along her famous seven layer dip as well). Really, how much trouble could one little pig be? But one pig becomes two and two become four... And by Saturday there are just TOO MANY PIGS IN THE POOL! This funny math-based story will have readers laughing along with pigs Percy and Wanda while learning about multiplication and the doubling sequence.

Monsters in the Briny

Lynn Becker (author) Scott Brundage (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781534198197

What do you do with a grumpy kraken, a sickly sea serpent, and a tearful gigantic tortoise? You sing them a tune, of course! Following the sea shanty rhyme of "What Do You Do With . . . ," a ship's crew of sailors has to contend with a coterie of mythical sea creatures, all demanding comfort and attention. As each creature threatens to swamp the ship, the quick-thinking crew knows just what to do to save the day, from serving pancakes to mopping a sweaty forehead to sharing an umbrella to keep the rain away. But what happens when the sailors have had enough? Back matter includes information about the sea creatures featured, music and lyrics, along with a brief history of sea shanties.

Bug on the Rug

Sophia Gholz (author) Susan Batori (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781534198074

Pug is snug on his rug. But what happens when along comes BUG?! With a claim to the rug?! The two engage in a hysterical, rhyming battle of wits and strength until Slug asks the necessary questions and helps them find common ground. Rhyming is an important developmental reading skill. It teaches phonics (decodable text) and helps young readers infer content. This is a fun story to build those skills--and is an epic read aloud!

Little Buckaroo and Lou

Jennifer Sattler (author) Jennifer Sattler (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781668906774

One, Two, Saddle up Lou. Little Buckaroo saddles up for a great day with horsey companion, Lou. But it will take more than a cowboy hat and spiffy red boots to get them on their way. Written to the nursery rhyme of "One, Two, Buckle My Shoe," this perfect book for little cowpokes combines counting and a bit of barnyard antics. And at the end, Buckaroo and Lou make a new friend. Back matter includes a fun activity identifying cowpoke "accoutrements."

Ten In The Bed

Kim Mitzo Thompson; Karen Mitzo Hilderbrand (author) Dorothy Stott (illustrator)

Publisher: Twin Sisters ISBN: 9781599229904

What happens when ten adorable teddy bears cuddle, laugh and roll over together in the big, comfy bed? Children will laugh as they learn to count from 1-10 and from 10-1 as the sleepy bears keep rolling over and falling off of the bed! Beautiful illustrations and repetitive text make this the perfect book before bedtime…or anytime!

Qwik Cutter

Evan Jacobs (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645983606

Shawn always runs late. Always. He even turns homework in late but never seems to get in trouble. His grades are great. He's smart. Well liked. Except by Amanda. She's furious that he gets away with everything. They were friends once, but no more. Especially not in their video production class. The class had a big summer assignment. Now it's time to turn it in. Shawn hasn't even begun editing. To cut corners he uses a downloaded freebie app. But it's been hacked. The morning the project is due, he wakes up in an alternate universe. A place where he doesn't exist and nobody recognizes him. Except for Amanda.

Surviving a Bigfoot Attack

Thomas Kingsley Troupe (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680723717

Surviving a Big Foot Attack will mean understanding the ridiculous situation and require some crazy out-of the box thinking and suggestions. This book and its tool kit meet up to leave readers rolling on the floor in laughter as a seemingly rogue author guides them through worst-case scenarios. Includes real-life situations, fun facts, and critical thinking questions.

Pranks to Play Outside

Megan Cooley Peterson (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680723687

From traditional pranks to technology tricks, Humorous Hi Jinx invites readers to think outside the box, and often outside the house, with simple, but effective, pranks that are not cruel, but fun, imaginative, and get some creativity (and STEM Science) into play. This series will have readers thinking, crafting, and laughing.

Pranks to Play on Holidays

Megan Cooley Peterson (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680723656

From traditional pranks to technology tricks, Humorous Hi Jinx invites readers to think outside the box, and often outside the house, with simple, but effective, pranks that are not cruel, but fun, imaginative, and get some creativity (and STEM Science) into play. This series will have readers thinking, crafting, and laughing.

Pranks to Play at School

Megan Cooley Peterson (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680723649

From traditional pranks to technology tricks, Humorous Hi Jinx invites readers to think outside the box, and often outside the house, with simple, but effective, pranks that are not cruel, but fun, imaginative, and get some creativity (and STEM Science) into play. This series will have readers thinking, crafting, and laughing.

Wild, Funny Brain Twisters

Christa C. Hogan (author)

Publisher: Black Rabbit Books ISBN: 9781680723625

Along with fun facts and hilarious graphics, Just for Laughs shares some of the best brain twisters about everything from parents to pets. Get ready to tease your brain, and laugh out loud. With directions on how to make more jokes and twisters, the series will have readers laughing and asking for more.