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Claude's prized Stegosaurus stamp has completely vanished without a single trace. How does a little piece of paper just disappear into thin air? That is the big question for Nate the Great, the world's greatest boy detective. Along with his trusty and ever-faithful dog, Sludge, Nate is on the hunt for clues. He will need to use sharp logical thinking, pay very close attention to the weather, and follow every single lead to solve this tricky puzzle. But even the best detectives get stuck sometimes! Perfect for beginning readers stepping into chapter books, this fun mystery adventure invites you to problem-solve right alongside Nate. Gather the clues, examine the evidence, and see if you can crack the stickiest case yet before Nate does!
6-8 Years 80 Pages
3.8 /5
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Meet Trinity Shwartz! Moving to a brand new state means being the new kid in school, which can feel a little scary. Trinity has always been a quiet girl who likes to keep to herself. But this year, something feels different. She's starting at Greenport Middle School, and it’s a big chance for her to try new things and make new friends. Join Trinity as she navigates the hallways, classrooms, and new experiences. Will she stay shy and let others decide things for her, or will she find her own brave voice? This story is all about discovering who you truly are, even when everything around you is new. You'll laugh, you'll feel, and you'll cheer for Trinity as she learns to speak up and chase her own dreams. Get ready for an exciting journey of friendship and finding your courage!
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 176 Pages
4.3 /5
3
James Moody, better known as Stink, has a major problem: he is the shortest kid in the entire second grade. Every single day, his big sister Judy makes sure to measure him, and every day, he hasn't grown a single inch! Stink is tired of being tiny and wishes he could finally hit a growth spurt. But when his class starts celebrating Presidents' Day at school, Stink makes a fascinating discovery. He learns all about James Madison, the shortest president in the history of the United States! Suddenly, being short doesn't seem so bad after all. If a short guy could run the whole country, maybe Stink can do amazing things too! Join Stink on a hilarious journey of self-discovery as he learns that true greatness has absolutely nothing to do with how tall you are.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 112 Pages
3.6 /5
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Scare School is finally back to normal, which sounds great until Zombie decides normal is too boring. With his parents away and the whole class invited, he plans a huge party that could make him look amazing, especially with the prettiest girl at school on the guest list. Then the Pillagers hear about the party. They are not coming for snacks or music. They want to crash the celebration, cause chaos, and ruin everything for Zombie and his friends. Mob Mash is a funny, action-packed Minecraft chapter book about party plans gone wildly wrong. With school drama, monster humor, teamwork, and a threat from the Pillagers, this adventure gives Minecraft fans a lively mix of laughs and danger.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 128 Pages
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Friday the thirteenth is coming, and Zombie’s life is already full of bad luck. He has been called a noob online, the school dance is getting closer, and he has no idea who would ever want to go with him. Even worse, his mom still thinks he needs a babysitter. As strange things spread through the Minecraft world, Zombie has to survive embarrassment, family trouble, and possibly something much bigger. With Steve and his friends caught up in the chaos, this Friday could become legendary for all the wrong reasons. Friday Night Frights is a goofy, spooky Minecraft chapter book with school drama, online humiliation, monster mayhem, and plenty of diary-style laughs.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 196 Pages
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Zombie comes home from a jungle biome scare-cation with the worst souvenir possible: he has swapped bodies with his human friend Steve. Now Zombie has to survive in a human body until the next full moon, which means dealing with eyeballs, a nose, and guts that do not hang out where he can see them. As if that were not enough, Human School is getting ready for a huge Minecraft death match where the winner becomes the most popular kid around. Zombie wants to make it through without ruining everything, but being someone else is harder than he expected. Zombie Swap is a funny body-swap adventure about friendship, identity, and learning that what is inside matters most, even for a zombie.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 192 Pages
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Zack Zombie has a lot to prove at Scare School. He wants to impress Sally Cadaver, survive his classes, and show everyone that he really does have guts. Unfortunately, his rival gives him a dare that could be more dangerous than embarrassing: touch an Iron Golem. Between scaring villagers, school trips, friends like Creepy, Skelee, and Slimey, and one very risky challenge, Zack’s diary reveals that zombie life is not as simple as it looks from the outside. He may be undead, but he still has worries, crushes, and school pressure like any other kid. A Scare of a Dare is a playful, monster-filled chapter book with Minecraft humor, school drama, friendship, and plenty of silly scares.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 96 Pages
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Zombie survived seventh grade and one very strange summer, but eighth grade at Mob Scare School may be even harder. New classes, old worries, embarrassing moments, and the usual Minecraft madness are waiting for him as he heads back to school. The first weeks of eighth grade bring plenty of chances for Zombie to mess up, panic, and maybe prove that he can handle growing up one blocky disaster at a time. With mobs, friends, and school surprises all around him, getting through the year will take more than a backpack and a brave face. Back to Scare School is a funny Minecraft chapter book for readers who enjoy diary fiction, monster jokes, and school-life adventures with a silly supernatural twist.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 180 Pages
New
Nine-year-old twins Mitch and Amy Huff could not be more different. Amy loves to read and reads exceptionally fast, while Mitch struggles with reading and prefers building models and riding his skateboard. Because they are so different, they spend most of their time bickering and trying to outdo each other. As they begin the fourth grade, their constant arguments only seem to escalate. Mitch is frustrated by a school bully named Alan Hibbler who keeps picking on him, and Amy is stressed about her upcoming book reports and her brother's teasing. However, when the neighborhood bully starts causing real trouble for both of them, the twins realize that constantly fighting with each other will not solve anything. They are forced to put aside their differences and team up to outsmart the schoolyard menace. This funny and realistic story perfectly captures the ups and downs of life as a twin. It shows that no matter how much siblings argue, they can always rely on each other when things get tough.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 228 Pages
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One torn piece of a map is enough to send Frank and Joe Hardy into detective mode. When nine-year-old Frank and eight-year-old Joe find part of what may be a treasure map, they know the real adventure is just beginning. The rest of the map is missing, and if they want any chance of finding the treasure, they will need help from their friends and plenty of careful sleuthing. This beginning chapter-book mystery gives young readers a kid-sized Hardy Boys case full of clues, teamwork, and treasure-hunt excitement. As the brothers search for the missing pieces, every discovery brings them closer to the answer without making the path too easy.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 65 Pages
New
Decorating a tent should be fun. Finding out that someone keeps sneaking around the campsite is a very different kind of adventure. Frank and Joe Hardy are at Bayport State Park for the annual Fun With Camping event, where hiking, bonfires, s’mores, and a tent-decorating contest are all part of the excitement. But when decorations begin to disappear and strange footprints turn up near camp, the brothers know this is more than an ordinary outdoor trip. Young readers can follow the clues right alongside Frank and Joe as they look for the campsite culprit. With a cozy camping setting, a simple mystery, and plenty of outdoor fun, Camping Chaos is a lively early chapter book for kids who like nature, teamwork, and detective stories with just the right amount of suspense.
6-8 Years 96 Pages
New
Whoever said money does not grow on trees has never visited Treehorn's backyard. While quietly reading a book outside, Treehorn looks up and discovers that the leaves on his maple tree are suddenly turning into crisp dollar bills. Armed with his magical new wealth, he buys comic books, chewing gum, cold lemonade, and plenty of chocolate. But having a tree full of cash brings its own bizarre set of complications, especially when he ends up stuck at an Italian restaurant. This wonderfully strange and funny chapter book proves once again that extraordinary things happen to Treehorn, even if the adults never seem to notice.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 63 Pages
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It is Treehorn's birthday, and he is hoping for a very special celebration. Instead, he finds an old jug in his backyard that happens to contain a real genie. The genie offers him the standard number of wishes, which sounds like the perfect birthday surprise. However, getting exactly what you wish for is never quite as simple as it seems, especially when you are Treehorn. With grown ups who never pay attention and a genie who has his own way of doing things, his special day takes some wonderfully weird turns. Step back into the wonderfully odd world of Treehorn for another deadpan adventure where magic meets everyday life.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 62 Pages
New
Treehorn is getting smaller by the minute. His clothes do not fit, he cannot reach the table, and he is definitely shrinking. The strange thing is that none of the adults in his life seem to care. His mother just tells him not to shrink at the dinner table, and his teacher sends him to the principal for breaking the rules. Left entirely on his own, Treehorn must figure out how to get back to his normal size before he disappears completely. It is a wonderfully weird puzzle filled with magical board games and deeply oblivious grown ups. This delightfully odd story perfectly captures that feeling of being ignored by the adults around you.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 82 Pages
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When you imagine the wild animals of Africa, you might picture the fast cheetah or the roaring lion, but you are missing out on one of the most powerful creatures on the continent. The hippopotamus may look fat and clumsy at first glance, but beneath that heavy exterior lies an incredibly agile and fascinating survivor. This book takes you straight into the muddy rivers and watering holes to uncover the real life of the hippo. You will learn about their massive diets, complex communication methods, and the vital role they play in keeping their aquatic ecosystems healthy. Discover the differences between the Common hippopotamus and the elusive Pygmy hippo, and explore their historical relationship with humans. Filled with surprising behaviors and fun biological facts, this guide proves there is far more to these river giants than meets the eye.
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 32 Pages
New
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