Andrew Clements

Twelve-year-old Greg Kenton has two major obsessions in life: making huge piles of cash and beating his annoying neighbor, Maura Shaw, at absolutely everything. Right before sixth grade begins, Greg realizes his school is a giant piggy bank just waiting to be cracked. His brilliant plan is to sell chunky, self-illustrated comic books to his classmates for spare change. The business is booming until Maura steps in, launching her own line of high-quality mini-books and threatening his monopoly. Just as their fierce rivalry turns into a surprising business partnership, the school principal shuts down their entire operation. Now, these lifelong enemies must figure out how to work together as a team to save their beloved enterprise. Get ready for a hilarious, fast-paced story about ambition, teamwork, and the true value of a hard-earned quarter.

Jake Drake has survived bullies, teacher's pets, and his own disastrous attempts at being the class clown. But now, in the third grade, he is facing his biggest challenge yet: the school science fair. Jake is absolutely determined to win the grand prize. There is just one massive problem standing in his way. His class is full of annoying know-it-alls who seem to have a perfect answer for everything! To beat them, Jake realizes he will have to become a know-it-all himself. He dives headfirst into his project, studying magnets and building the ultimate science display. But as the competition heats up, Jake starts to wonder if winning the blue ribbon is really worth losing his friends and turning into the kind of kid he usually cannot stand. Packed with hilarious classroom antics and relatable elementary school drama, this fun-filled chapter book perfectly captures the highs and lows of school projects.

The battle to save Oakes School is heating up, and the stakes have never been higher. Benjamin Pratt and his friends Jill and Robert are working around the clock to stop the demolition of their beloved building. But their enemies are getting smarter, and the danger is growing by the minute. The students must constantly dodge the school's two evil janitors, Lyman and Wally, who are determined to catch them breaking the rules. However, Ben and his friends have a few new tricks up their sleeves. Their secret team of Keepers has grown, and they have just uncovered a hidden fund containing millions of dollars! With new allies and incredible resources at their fingertips, the team finally has a real fighting chance. But as they step further into harm's way, they will have to use every ounce of their courage and cleverness to outsmart the adults and save their school from the wrecking ball.

Going on a hiking and camping trip is a thrilling adventure, but the great outdoors can also be full of tricky challenges. When a little boy and his mom set out into the woods, they run into a few unexpected mini-disasters. From carrying a heavy backpack up a steep trail to figuring out how to set up a complicated tent, there is a lot of hard work to be done. Mom could easily step in and do everything herself to make the trip easier. Instead, she patiently guides her son, showing him how to solve problems and do things on his own. By letting him take the lead, she helps him build confidence and learn true self-reliance. This heartwarming story perfectly captures the beauty of growing up and trying new things. It is a wonderful celebration of a mother's gentle guidance, with plenty of time left over for snuggling under the starry night sky.

Abby Carson is not a bad student, but she really does not like doing her schoolwork. When a warning letter arrives in the mail, Abby learns she is in danger of having to repeat the sixth grade. To save her school year, she takes on a special extra-credit project: finding a pen pal in a faraway country. Her very first letter travels all the way to a small village in Afghanistan. The village elders decide that the best student in their school, a boy named Sadeed, should be the one to write back. But in their culture, it is not proper for a boy to write letters to a girl. To solve the problem, Sadeed writes the letters and his younger sister signs her name. As the letters travel back and forth across the world, Abby and Sadeed must navigate huge cultural differences and strict traditions. Through their secret correspondence, these young students are about to discover that they have much more in common than they ever imagined.

A Bad Reputation Sixth-grader Clay has always been the ultimate prankster. He is famous around school for causing chaos, bending the rules, and driving his teachers absolutely crazy. Being the school troublemaker has always felt like a fun game, until a family crisis changes his perspective completely. Time to Change When his older brother gets into serious trouble with the law, Clay realizes that breaking the rules is not a joke anymore. He makes a firm decision to turn his life around, stay out of the principal's office, and finally become a model student. A Tough Crowd But Clay quickly discovers that changing your ways is much harder than it looks. His teachers are suspicious of his every move, and his classmates expect him to keep pulling pranks. No matter how hard he tries to be good, trouble just seems to find him. Now, Clay must figure out how to prove to everyone that he has truly changed for the better.

Experience the wonder of the very first Christmas from a breathtaking new perspective. Told through the eyes of a heavenly angel who was present on that holy night, this beautifully illustrated story brings the birth of Jesus to life in a fresh and deeply moving way. As the angel looks down upon the quiet manger, you will witness the supernatural light, the joyous celestial songs, and the profound peace that filled the earth. The angel explains how eternity touched the real world, bringing a message of hope and truth that would change history forever. With its poetic words and stunning artwork, this unique holiday book captures the true spirit and majesty of the season. It is a perfect read for families looking to reflect on the miracle of Christmas and the timeless love that started it all.

Cara Landry is the new kid at Denton Elementary, and she is already facing a major problem. Her fifth-grade teacher, Mr. Larson, seems to have completely given up on teaching. He spends his days reading the newspaper and drinking coffee while the class sits in silence. Fed up with the lack of learning, Cara decides to take matters into her own hands by publishing her very own classroom newspaper: The Landry News. What starts as a small personal project quickly transforms the entire classroom, inspiring her classmates to become reporters and writers. But when the school principal gets his hands on a copy featuring a brutally honest editorial, the stakes suddenly skyrocket. Will Cara's dedication to the truth end up costing her teacher his job? Discover the true power of journalism in this gripping school story.

Nick Allen is known for having plenty of great ideas, especially when it comes to livening up a boring school day. But when his strict fifth-grade language arts teacher, Mrs. Granger, assigns a massive project on the dictionary, Nick decides to test the true power of words. Who says a pen has to be called a pen? Why not invent a brand new word and call it a frindle? What starts as a simple classroom joke quickly spirals into a massive, unstoppable movement. Soon, the entire town is using his new word, and Nick becomes a local legend. But as the frindle craze spreads across the country, Nick realizes his clever invention no longer belongs to him. Dive into this hilarious and thought-provoking story about the incredible impact of a single creative idea.

Get ready for double the classroom drama with Jake Drake! In this exciting two-in-one adventure, Jake faces some of the toughest challenges elementary school has to offer. First, in Bully Buster, Jake's peaceful life is turned upside down when Link Baxter, a notorious SuperBully, moves into the neighborhood. Link is mean, tough, and has his sights set on Jake. Instead of running away, Jake decides to take matters into his own hands and figure out a clever way to stop the bullying once and for all. Then, in Know-It-All, it is time for the highly competitive third-grade science fair. Jake is determined to take home the grand prize, but he has to outsmart a classroom full of annoying know-it-alls to do it. Will his epic science project be enough to secure the blue ribbon? Packed with humor, relatable school struggles, and brilliant problem-solving, these two stories prove that Jake Drake can handle whatever the school year throws at him.

Dudley the dog feels like something important is missing from his life. Despite having a warm place to sleep and plenty to eat, a strange sense of loneliness pushes him to leave his comfortable home behind. Setting off on a brave journey into the unknown, Dudley hopes to find the missing piece to his puzzle. Along the way, he discovers that the world outside is vast, unpredictable, and sometimes a little lonely. But when his adventures finally lead him back to where he started, Dudley realizes that the true friendship and belonging he was searching for might have been waiting for him at home all along. This tender, beautifully told story explores the deep bond between humans and their pets, reminding readers that sometimes you have to wander far away to appreciate what is right in front of you.

Do you love a good story? What if you wrote one so amazing that your best friend thought it should be published? That's exactly what happens to Natalie. She's written a fantastic novel, and her best friend, Zoe, is sure it's good enough for everyone to read! There's just one problem: Natalie is only twelve years old. How can a kid get a book published? Natalie's mom works as an editor for a big publishing company, but Natalie doesn't want to ask her for special help. That's when Zoe gets a super-smart idea! What if Natalie uses a secret pen name, and Zoe pretends to be her grown-up literary agent? Join Natalie and Zoe as they try to pull off a clever plan! It won't be easy for two sixth graders to act like adults, even with a little help from some grown-ups who are curious but not totally convinced. Can these two best friends make their book a bestseller and keep their secret safe? Get ready for a story about big dreams, teamwork, and the hilarious adventures of trying to publish a book!

Have you ever felt like you're stuck in a tricky situation? That's exactly how Jake Drake feels! He's just a regular third grader, trying to get through the last part of the school year. But then, something strange starts to happen. His teacher, Mrs. Snavin, suddenly seems to pick Jake for everything! From being the special computer helper to getting all the best classroom jobs, Jake is suddenly in the spotlight. Everyone in class starts to notice, and soon, they all think the same thing: Jake Drake is the teacher's pet! Jake doesn't want to be the teacher's favorite, especially when it makes things awkward with his friends. Can Jake find a way to shake off this new label and prove he's just a regular kid, not the teacher's pet? Join Jake in this funny chapter book about school, friends, and the challenges of accidentally becoming a little too popular with the grown-ups.