MIKE HALE

Hubie is about to let out a massive scream. The scariest Halloween costume party ever is approaching, and he has absolutely nothing to wear. You might think he could just go as the Invisible Man and hide at home, but attendance is required. To make matters worse, there will be an entire crowd of monstrous classmates roaming the halls. Hubie knows he better find a clever costume fast, or he might just end up becoming a tasty party treat for all those cruel ghouls. Dive into another hilarious adventure where school days mix with wild imagination and monster problems. You will laugh out loud as Hubie faces his fears and tries to survive the wildest holiday celebration of the year.

You have probably heard some terrifying rumors about the art teacher. As Hubie heads into his very first art class, he is incredibly nervous about meeting the infamous instructor. The other students have been whispering some truly weird and scary stories about what happens inside the art room. Hubie lets his wild imagination completely take over, convinced that the new teacher is an absolute monster who will make class a nightmare. But when he finally walks through the door, he is in for a massive surprise. Discover the hilarious truth behind the silly rumors as Hubie learns that trying new experiences and meeting new teachers is not nearly as scary as his imagination makes it seem.

Jump in It is time for the big class trip, but the students have absolutely no idea where they are going. Left in the dark, Hubie and his friends imagine they are heading straight into a day of terrifying danger. Why it pulls you in Not knowing the destination is the perfect recipe for a wild imagination. Hubie pictures a trip filled with maniacal monsters, ferocious beasts, and dangerous aerial acrobatics. To make matters worse, he expects their strict teacher, Mrs. Green, to give them a pop quiz on every scary thing they encounter. His dramatic expectations are incredibly funny to read. What you will discover You will laugh as the kids finally arrive and realize they are just visiting a very cool, normal zoo. It is a fantastic, silly story that proves letting your imagination run wild is fun, but sometimes the real world is an awesome adventure too.

Somewhere in the dark and spooky caverns beneath the elementary school, the mysterious custodian is lurking. Hubie and his friends have heard wild rumors about Fester Smudge. They say he is a dark phantom wreaking total havoc throughout the building, deliberately making the classrooms boiling hot all summer and freezing cold all winter. The students even whisper that he is so mechanically challenged that he cannot change a simple light bulb without blowing the entire ceiling off. The school seems to be in a massive fix with this guy around. But when a student gets completely stuck with a jammed locker, they might just have to brave the basement and ask the dreaded custodian for some help.

Hubie has just been sent straight to the principal office, and he is absolutely terrified. Everyone knows that getting called down the hall is the worst thing that can happen to a student. Hubie lets his wild imagination completely take over as he slowly walks toward the dreaded door. Does Mrs Green actually feed mischievous kids to a hungry alligator she keeps hidden in her office? Does she really keep rule breakers locked away in tiny cages underneath her wooden desk? Hubie is convinced he might hear other kids screaming for help at any moment. Follow along on this playfully frightening adventure as the simple anticipation of meeting the principal turns into a hilarious journey of monster sized fears and very funny surprises.

Jump in Hubie is running out of time to plan the ultimate April Fools Day prank. The classic whoopee cushion and rubber bug just will not cut it this year, especially when he wants to surprise everyone at school. Why it pulls you in You know that feeling when you want to pull off the perfect joke, but you are worried someone might get you first? Hubie is feeling the pressure. He is expecting tricks at every turn, checking his seat, his lunch, and the classroom. Just when he thinks he has outsmarted everyone, the biggest joke of the day comes from the absolute last place he would ever expect. The Black Lagoon series perfectly captures the funny, exaggerated worries you might have about school events. What you will discover As you read this hilarious chapter book, you will follow Hubie as he navigates a day filled with suspicion and surprises. You will laugh out loud at the wild imaginations and monster sized problems that always seem to happen in his classroom. It is a lighthearted, relatable story about school life, friendship, and learning how to take a good joke when the tables are finally turned on you.

Jump in It is the first day of music class, and Hubie is already terrified. He has heard the wild rumors about the new music teacher, Miss Rhoda LaNote, and his imagination is working overtime picturing a terrifying instructor armed with a laser baton. Why it pulls you in Have you ever been nervous about meeting a new teacher because of crazy stories you heard from other kids? Hubie expects the absolute worst. He imagines Miss LaNote making students memorize a million songs, forcing them to sing through their toes, or locking them in a prison if they hit the wrong note. It is incredibly funny to watch Hubie stress out over these unbelievable myths, knowing that the reality is probably completely different. His over the top fears make the actual first day of class that much more entertaining. What you will discover You will giggle your way through this amusing story as Hubie finally faces the music. By the end, you will see how easy it is to let rumors turn an ordinary teacher into a scary monster. It is a wonderful, silly tale that reminds you not to believe everything you hear and shows that trying new things at school can actually be a lot of fun.

Jump in A massive blizzard has completely buried the town, and school is officially canceled. But for Hubie, a snow day does not sound like a fun winter adventure, it just sounds like a boring day where nothing happens and nobody moves. Why it pulls you in If you have ever had to put on a dozen layers of winter clothes just to step outside, you will completely understand Hubie. Before he can even look at the snow, he has to spend the entire afternoon zipping zippers, snapping snaps, and buckling buckles until he is so bundled up he can barely walk. You will laugh out loud as Hubie turns a simple trip outside into a dramatic, exhausting struggle against the cold. His grumpy attitude about winter makes the story incredibly relatable and hilarious. What you will discover As you read, you will find out if Hubie can push past his winter worries and actually enjoy the freezing weather. This entertaining chapter book takes you on a snowy journey filled with hot chocolate, scary snowman stories, and plenty of laughs. It is a fantastic reminder that even when things seem cold and miserable at first, a little imagination and some good friends can turn a boring day into a spectacular winter wonderland.

Jump in There is a brand new kid transferring to the school, and his name alone is enough to strike fear into everyones heart: Butch Pounder. Hubie has heard the terrifying rumors, and he is convinced that a giant, mean bully is coming to town. Why it pulls you in We have all been a little nervous about someone new, but Hubie takes it to a whole new level. He has heard unbelievable stories about Butch, like how he beat up an entire football team all by himself. Hubie is absolutely certain that their first meeting will end with him sitting in the school nurses office. The way his imagination runs wild makes the story incredibly funny, especially because you know the rumors are probably completely ridiculous. What you will discover You will smile as Hubie eventually crosses paths with the dreaded new kid. It turns out that a scary reputation does not always match reality. This entertaining and heartwarming story shows that instead of a terrifying monster, the new kid might just be someone looking for a friendly tour guide and a great new friend.

Jump in Mrs. Green has just announced that a brand new student is joining the class, and he is traveling from very far away. Naturally, Hubies mind starts racing, and he immediately assumes the new kid must be an alien from Mars. Why it pulls you in Meeting someone new can be a little intimidating, but Hubies fears are completely out of this world. He starts panicking that the new arrival might have blue skin, green antennae, and bright purple eyebrows. He even worries that the new kid is a body snatcher planning to take over the entire planet! It is so funny to read how Hubie takes a simple classroom announcement and turns it into a full blown science fiction invasion. His wild guessing games make the wait for the new student incredibly entertaining. What you will discover You will laugh out loud as the mysterious new kid finally walks through the classroom door. This hilarious story shows that letting your imagination run away from you can cause a lot of unnecessary stress. Ultimately, it is a heartwarming reminder that no matter where someone comes from, they might just become a great new friend.

The annual Field Day is only one week away, and attendance is strictly mandatory. Hubie would much rather go home and hide under his bed. To make matters completely terrifying, the infamous Crazy Coach Kong is in charge of inventing all the athletic events. You will not believe what the students have to do. The events include leaping over wild lions, hopping over giant hippos, skipping through slithering snakes, and tiptoeing carefully around hungry tigers. Hubie has to figure out how to survive these outrageous physical challenges. Join the hilarious fun and see if this athletic event turns into a field day of dreams or a complete field day of screams.

Mean Mrs Green has just made a terrifying announcement. Everyone in the class is absolutely required to invent something for the upcoming school science fair. Most of the students would much rather invent a clever way to get out of the assignment entirely. Hubie is completely stuck and cannot decide what to build, while all of his friends have already started working on their impressive projects. Time is running out, and it comes down to a tough choice between trying to clone himself or building a complex laugh machine. Step into the laboratory and find out if Hubie can create a brilliant innovation in time to earn a passing grade, or if his monstrous teacher will have the last laugh.

Strap on your seatbelts, because it is going to be an incredibly bumpy ride to school. There is a brand new school bus driver in town, and his name is T Rex Fenderbender. Hubie and his friends have heard some completely terrifying rumors about this guy. The kids whisper that he drives the big yellow bus like he is aggressively racing in the Indy 500. Even worse, word on the playground says that he forces the students to jump out and rebuild the engine whenever the bus breaks down on the side of the road. Ride along with Hubie as his wild imagination shifts into high gear. Will the morning commute turn into a high speed nightmare or a totally thrilling adventure?

Mrs Green just announced some thrilling news to the entire class. They are officially getting a brand new class pet. As usual, Hubie immediately lets his imagination run totally wild. He begins to panic, wondering if the mysterious new animal will have giant fangs, sharp horns, or glowing headlights for eyes. Considering all the other terrifying things at his school, Hubie is absolutely convinced that his teacher is bringing a vicious monster into the classroom. His absolute worst fears seem totally validated when Mrs Green wheels in a massive, covered cage. Peek inside this hilarious story to discover exactly what kind of mild or wild critter is hiding inside, and see if the students can survive their newest furry friend.

Jump in! Get ready for some serious giggles with Hubie and his friends at the Black Lagoon School! This time, a big event is coming up: the Spring Dance. Everyone has to go, and everyone has to dance... even if they'd rather hide under their desks! What's the problem? Poor Hubie is in a big pickle! He thinks he has two left feet and all the wrong moves. Plus, his dance teacher is HUGE! How can he possibly learn to glide and twirl without tripping over himself? Will he embarrass himself in front of the whole class? Why you'll love it! If you love funny school stories with silly monsters and relatable problems, you'll laugh out loud at Hubie's attempts to master the dance floor. Join Hubie as he tries his best to sweep his partner off her feet – or at least stay on his own! It's a hilarious adventure from the Black Lagoon that will have you giggling from start to finish.

Jump in There is a brand new cafeteria lady at the school named Wanda Belch, and the lunchroom rumors are already swirling out of control. Hubie is convinced that lunch is about to become the most dangerous part of the day. Why it pulls you in School lunches can be mysterious, but Hubies imagination makes them sound downright terrifying. He hears that Wanda drives a garbage truck to work and learned all her cooking skills on a pirate ship! The kids whisper that her favorite dish to serve is a bubbling Souffle of Science Experiments. Watching Hubie dramatically stress over what might be hiding on his lunch tray is incredibly funny. His wild fears perfectly capture the hesitation kids feel when facing unfamiliar cafeteria food, blowing the whole situation beautifully out of proportion. What you will discover You will laugh out loud as Hubie finally steps up to the lunch line to face Wanda Belch and her mysterious menu. This hilarious story serves up plenty of giggles and shows that the scary rumors about the cafeteria are completely cooked up. It is a delightful reminder not to judge a meal before you have even seen the plate.