Stacy McAnulty writes with enthusiasm about science and history, often infusing her work with unexpected humor and a focus on curiosity. Her narratives approach complex subjects with accessibility and elegance, designed to spark young readers' imaginations. She aims to cultivate a love for learning and understanding the world in children. McAnulty's style is playful yet informative, making her a cherished voice in children's literature.
Set against the backdrop of a new semester in West Archer, Ivy and the Evers grapple with the weight of recent events and the looming mystery of their immortality. As they navigate the challenges of adolescence intertwined with extraordinary circumstances, the story explores themes of identity, friendship, and the consequences of their unique existence.
From the author of Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years comes a new hilarious and fact filled picture book about the formation and history of the Sun - uniquely told from the perspective of Sun himself!
'Hi, I'm Earth! But you can call me Planet Awesome.'In this hilarious and informative book filled to the brim with eye-opening, kid-friendly facts about our planet, you'll find scientifically accurate information from beloved children's book author Stacy McAnulty and vibrant art by award-winning illustrator David Litchfield.
If you can survive a bolt of lightning, you can survive middle school...right?
Lucy Callahan was struck by lightning. She doesn't remember it, but it changed her life forever. The zap gave her genius-level math skills, and ever since, Lucy has been homeschooled. Now, at 12 years old, she's technically ready for college. She just has to pass 1 more test — middle school! Lucy's grandma insists: Go to middle school for 1 year. Make 1 friend. Join 1 activity. And read 1 book (that's not a math textbook!). Lucy's not sure what a girl who does calculus homework for fun can possibly learn in 7th grade. She has everything she needs at home, where nobody can make fun of her rigid routines or her superpowered brain. The equation of Lucy's life has already been solved. Unless there's been a miscalculation? A celebration of friendship, Stacy McAnulty's smart and thoughtful middle-grade debut reminds us all to get out of our comfort zones and embrace what makes us different.
From writer Stacy McAnulty and illustrator Stevie Lewis, Pluto! is a light- hearted nonfiction picture book about the history of the dwarf planet seen through the eyes of Pluto itself.
After meeting a dog during a walk, a little girl declares that she wants one hundred dogs, but as her parents point out all the difficulties, she gradually reduces the number--until she gets the one dog she really wants.
Brains. 78% water, 100% delicious. A zombie chef who has sworn off eating brains salivates over this super powerful organ in this funny and fact-filled picture book. From learning about how the brain processes messages from our five senses, to learning why wrinkly human brains are so much more powerful than smooth mouse brains, this is an introduction to the organ that does it all.
An impactful picture book with a solid pay-it-forward message to encourage kindness in young children by the award-winning author of Excellent Ed and Sun! One In a Billion.
From writer Stacy McAnulty and illustrator David Litchfield, Ocean! Waves for All is a light-hearted nonfiction picture book about the formation and history of the ocean, told from the perspective of the ocean itself.
In this hilarious, tongue-in-cheek guide, kid-expert Max reveals everything you need to know about getting a new puppy.