This author is a bestselling children's book author whose work focuses on empowering girls and presenting inspirational role models for young readers. Through her stories, she aims to inspire and motivate children to discover their own strengths. She writes with a passion for what she does, clearly loving her craft.
This story features an unconventional young superhero, an eleven-year-old boy with the unique ability to produce super smelly farts. Alongside his dog sidekick, he embarks on a mission to thwart an evil alien scientist's plot for world domination. With humor and adventure, the narrative promises an engaging tale for young readers, showcasing the power of teamwork and creativity in overcoming challenges.
Focusing on large vehicles commonly found at construction sites, this installment of the BIG STUFF series by Joan Holub introduces young readers to various machines and their functions. The engaging text and vibrant illustrations aim to captivate children's imaginations while educating them about the exciting world of construction.
It's panda-monium in this rollicking nonfiction picture book about bears habits, habitats, and more. Perfect for the curious cub in your house! Hello! I am Brown Bear, and in this book, you'll get to learn about ME--the only bear in the forest! Hold on a minute. Polar Bear here, and I am the only bear in this book. Though I live in the Arctic, not a forest. Hey now, Spectacled Bear here, and we are bearly-scratching the surface. There are tons of great bears to learn and laugh with in this fact-filled picture book! New York Times bestselling author Joan Holub teams up with award-winning illustrator Laurie Keller for a paw-sitively hilarious nonfiction picture book about bear classification!
The first four adventures in the Goddess Girls series are now together in one collectible paperback boxed set!Athena always knew she was smart and special, but she didn’t realize that she was a goddess! When she’s whisked away to Mount Olympus Academy, she worries about fitting in and dealing with her dad—who just happens to be Zeus. Luckily, she meets the Goddess Girls—and finds the best friends she’s ever had.Together, Athena, Persephone, Aphrodite, and Artemis navigate crushes, friendships, and finding themselves.This magical paperback boxed set Athena the WisePersephone the PhonyAphrodite the BeautyArtemis the Brave
Halloween has arrived and these unicorns can't wait to celebrate! KANGAROO- nicorns, TUTU-nicorns, CHOO-CHOO-nicorns and more put on their favourite costumes and go trick-or-treating.
Aphrodite and Persephone look for a missing emerald in this eleventh Little Goddess Girls story—part of the Aladdin QUIX line! Aphrodite and Persephone are on a quest to find another missing jewel from Sparkle City, this one an emerald. On their search, the friends find themselves in a new land where a friendly, flying purple dragon might hold the key to helping the girls find the missing treasure!
Experience a delightful Hanukkah celebration filled with playful elements like latkes and dreidels. This whimsical journey captures the joy and traditions of the holiday, inviting readers to immerse themselves in festive activities and vibrant imagery. Perfect for families and children, it emphasizes the spirit of togetherness and celebration during this special time.
Experience the charming escapades of the little goddesses in this collectible paperback boxed set. Featuring eight delightful adventures, this series introduces young readers to themes of friendship, courage, and self-discovery, all within a whimsical and engaging narrative. Perfect for fans of the Aladdin QUIX line, these stories inspire imagination and showcase the unique qualities of each goddess.
Despite the warnings of her friends at Mount Olympus Academy, Persephone befriends bad-boy Hades, but following her mother's advice to "go along to get along" complicates her relationships with all of them.
Persephone and Aphrodite are continuing the quest to try and find some missing jewels. They end up meeting a lost bunny in their travels, who is looking for the Castle of What-Ifs. The girls end up in a magical, delicious land, where they meet a unicorn made of chocolate, with a very special crown—one that might be the key to finding one of the missing jewels!
Learn more about the cartoonist who created Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the lovable Peanuts gang in this new addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling series! Charles (otherwise known as Sparky) Schulz always loved drawing from the time he was a young child, and as he grew older, he turned this passion into a phenomenally successful career. His early doodles of his mischievous dog and of a shy boy inspired two of his most familiar and beloved characters, Charlie Brown and Snoopy. Here's the story about Peanuts gang and Charles's life that's sure to excite all readers but especially those who love the classic cartoon series.
Meet the treacherous Alpheus in this twenty-eighth Goddess Girls adventure! After the sneaky river god Alpheus takes a precious cup from a river nymph, it’s up to Artemis to get it back! When Alpheus challenges Artemis to a surprisingly easy bet, with the winner getting the cup, Artemis thinks it’s too good to be true—and realizes Alpheus will stop at nothing to win. Can Artemis be a hero to her friends?
Learn all about important people whose wonderful talents shine bright from the disability community. Highlighting ten memorable people who paved the way, including Helen Keller, Christy Brown, Temple Grandin, Stevie Wonder, Chris Downey, Claudia Gordon, and others.
Join the bunny dance party, in this board book with touch-and-feel elements on every page! Contains eye-catching, tactile and hands-on touch-and-feel elements on every page.
Spojrzenie na mity greckie okiem współczesnej nastolatki. Cztery przyszłe gwiazdy Olimpu ? Atena, Persefona, Afrodyta i Artemida ? uczą się w Akademii Olimpijskiej, w której elita ateńskiej młodzieży szkoli swe boskie umiejętności. Boskie dziewczyny bardzo przypominają współczesne rówieśniczki. Choć czeka je mityczna przyszłość, teraz stawiają czoła typowym nastoletnim problemom ? z jednej strony koleżanka dokucza, z drugiej u drzwi stoi pierwsza miłość. Tom 4 Waleczna Artemida ARTEMIDA WYRUSZA NA POLOWANIE, ALE WCALE NIE CZUJE SIĘ ODWAŻNA! Przyjaciółki i koledzy z klasy Artemidy uważają ją za najdzielniejszą młodą boginię w szkole. Nie mają pojęcia, że mimo wspaniałych umiejętności, minotaury i skorpiony na zajęciach z bestiologii przerażają ją tak samo, jak innych! Teraz jednak najbardziej przejmuje się tym dziwnym uczuciem, które pojawia się, gdy patrzy na Oriona. Jeszcze nigdy nie była zakochana. Czy zbierze się na odwagę i porozmawia z Orionem, by zaczął widzieć w niej kogoś więcej niż tylko koleżankę i najlepszą uczennicę na zajęciach z bestiologii?
The book introduces young readers to influential leaders dedicated to environmental protection, fostering a love for the Earth. Its engaging content is designed to inspire future environmentalists, making it an ideal choice for early education on sustainability and conservation.
The narrative revolves around working-truck-vehicle mothers who play a vital role in guiding and encouraging their children. Through their unique experiences and perspectives, these mothers demonstrate the importance of resilience and support, fostering a strong bond with their kids. The story highlights themes of empowerment, the significance of hard work, and the nurturing nature of parental love in a world filled with challenges.
What makes the great white shark (one of) the greatest fish in the sea? FIN-d out in this hilarious fish-out-of-water story that's perfect for Shark Week and all year-round! "Don't miss this one." -School Library Journal, Starred Review Hi! I am Great White Shark, and if you get this book, you'll read all about ME--the greatest shark in the sea! Not so fast! Greenland Shark here, and as the oldest shark in this book, that makes me the greatest. Did someone say fast? I'm Mako Shark, and I'm the fastest shark in this book! Eat my bubbles! Wow, I'm Hammerhead Shark. You don't need my special eyes to see that there are lots of great sharks in this book. Sink your teeth into it now! New York Times bestselling author Joan Holub makes a splash with bestselling illustrator Laurie Keller to deliver an entertaining undersea story filled with the greatest shark facts in the ocean!
See how dragons pack for school in this adventurous, backpack-shaped board book with flaps little ones can lift!Have you ever wondered what a dragon packs in his backpack for school? What do his pencils and notebooks look like? What does he eat for lunch? What kind of toys does he bring for afterschool fun?
Get ready to deck the halls with these joyful, singing, colorful llamas in this whimsical board book, with touch-and-feel on every page! 'Tis the season to be jolly! Join this crew of llamas as they celebrate the season with joyful singing, twinkling tree lights, and cozy good cheer, in this playful board book sung to the tune of "Deck the Halls." Little ones won't be able to resist the eye-catching, tactile, hands-on touch-and-feel on every page, from the crinkly foil of a present to a soft, fluffy sweater. New York Times bestselling author Joan Holub's text is full of holiday charm and begs to be sung aloud, and illustrations from artist Alison Black are bold, colorful, and will have readers laughing with delight on every page. With the effervescent silliness of Sandra Boynton, irresistibly adorable llamas, and perfectly touchable touch-and-feel, this stocking stuffer is the must-have holiday gift purchase of the season!
Learn all about important leaders who represent, empower, and support the LGBTQIA+ community in this engaging board book perfect for proud leaders-in-training! Now even the youngest readers can learn all about important people who are from or helped support the LGBTQIA+ community! Highlighting ten memorable people who paved the way, parents and little ones alike will love this discovery primer full of fun, age-appropriate facts and bold illustrations.
"After stumbling into a pet cemetery, Hecate meets Melinoe, who calls herself a ghost herder. She is in charge of leading the ghosts of pets and other animals to the River Styx in the Underworld. But Melinoe doesn't notice when one of her ghost animals follows Hecate home! More and more of the lost ghosts gather with Hecate, and she learns they have unfinished business left on Earth and refuse to enter the Underworld"--
See how unicorns pack for school in this adventurous, backpack-shaped board book with flaps little ones can lift!Have you ever wondered what a unicorn packs in her backpack for school? What do her pencils and notebooks look like? What does she eat for lunch? What kind of toys does she bring for afterschool fun?
Join little Aphrodite on an adventure.After reuniting with her fellow Little Goddess Girls on the Hello Brick Road, Aphrodite hopes they are going to have another big adventure. When a talking carrot named Prometheus leads them to a mysterious magical box named Pandora, which has the words Do Not Open written across the top, the girls wonder what could be inside. It turns out that Pandora might be the key to solving the mystery of who—or what—is accidentally burning a magical vegetable patch.
Join little Persephone for a sweet adventure in this sixth Little Goddess Girls story—part of the Aladdin QUIX line! Persephone, Artemis, and Aphrodite are on a quest to save their fellow Little Goddess Girl, Athena, from the evil King Hephaestus. It turns out the king has turned Athena (and her dog, Oliver) into treasures, and have hidden them in a massive treasure room. The girls only have seven guesses as to what and where exactly they are—before their friend is stuck forever!
Set in a world rich with Norse mythology, this enchanting series follows a group of young characters who embark on thrilling adventures filled with magic and the bonds of friendship. Authored by Joan Holub and Suzanne Williams, the narrative weaves together mythical elements and relatable themes, making it a captivating read for fans of fantasy and mythology.
Focusing on influential dreamers throughout history, this engaging board book inspires young readers with stories of individuals who made significant changes. It's designed to encourage aspiring dreamers, offering a hopeful perspective on the impact of imagination and ambition. Perfect for nurturing creativity in children, the book combines education with inspiration, making it an ideal choice for dreamers-in-training.
Get to know Persephone, the Queen of the Underworld, in this twenty-sixth Goddess Girls adventure!
When the road signs take a vacation, chaos and hilarity ensue--and they quickly learn how important they are. School is ending for the summer, and the stick figures on the school crossing sign are jealous of all the vacation plans they hear the students making. The stick figures work hard--maybe they deserve a vacation, too! So they abandon their signpost and set off on an adventure, inviting along all the other underappreciated road signs they meet on the way. It's all fun and games for a while, especially when they stumble upon a fantastic amusement park. But the people they've left behind are feeling their absence, and soon there are traffic tangles and lost pedestrians everywhere. The signs are more important than they realized, and now it's time for them to save the day!
Twelve-year-old Sif, goddess of the harvest and a reluctant seer whose abilities are woven into her hair, goes on a quest with Freya and Loki after Loki cuts her hair in a prank gone wrong, causing the crops of Midgard to fail.
From the authors of the Goddess Girls series comes the first book in a brand-new series steeped in Norse mythology, magic, adventure, and friendship. “Gold and Gullveig I cannot see. But here is a vision that comes to me; Adventure for you is about to start. Near Asgard you must find the heart. A Secret world there hides away, which holds the power to stop doomsday!” When eleven-year-old Freya hears that prophecy from her magical jewel, she isn’t sure what to make of it. Doomsday? She will find the key? Mere seconds after that prediction, she receives a mysterious invitation to Asgard Academy from the powerful Odin, who commands her to “bring her magic” to Asgard. With encouragement from her twin, Frey, Freya reluctantly heads out on their new adventure. And Freya’s first challenge begins before she even steps foot in Asgard. While trying to navigate the treacherous Bifrost Bridge, she drops her magical jewel off the bridge, and a sneaky pair of dwarves take her jewel down to the world of Midgard! Without that jewel, Freya thinks she is powerless. But with the help of her pod-mates at Asgard, Freya discovers a world that is bigger and more mysterious that she ever imagined! There, she learns the true terror that Ragnarok—the doomsday her jewel warned her about—could mean for Asgard Academy if she and her new friends, the Thunder Girls, don’t stop it!
In a thrilling adventure, Idun, the goddess of youth, must safeguard her enchanted grove of magical apples from Loki's cunning tricks. As she navigates the challenges posed by the trickster god, Idun's bravery and determination shine through, highlighting themes of friendship and resilience in the face of adversity. This captivating tale blends mythology with youthful courage, making it a compelling read for fans of fantasy and adventure.
From the authors of the Goddess Girls series comes the first book in a brand-new series steeped in Norse mythology, magic, adventure, and friendship. “Gold and Gullveig I cannot see. But here is a vision that comes to me; Adventure for you is about to start. Near Asgard you must find the heart. A Secret world there hides away, which holds the power to stop doomsday!” When eleven-year-old Freya hears that prophecy from her magical jewel, she isn’t sure what to make of it. Doomsday? She will find the key? Mere seconds after that prediction, she receives a mysterious invitation to Asgaard Academy from the powerful Odin, who commands her to “bring her magic” to Asgard. With encouragement from her twin, Frey, Freya reluctantly heads out on their new adventure. And Freya’s first challenge begins before she even steps foot in Asgard. While trying to navigate the treacherous BiFrost Bridge, she drops her magical jewel off the bridge, and a sneaky pair of dwarves take her jewel down to the world of Midgard! Without that jewel, Freya thinks she is powerless. But with the help of her pod-mates at Asgaard, Freya discovers a world that is bigger and more mysterious that she ever imagined! There, she learns the true terror that Ragnarok—the doomsday her jewel warned her about—could mean for Asgard Academy if she and her new friends, the Thunder Girls, don’t stop it!
Building the most magical place on earth was no fairy tale. Learn the story behind the creation of Walt Disney World.
Learn all about the US presidents with this fun and colorful board book perfect for leaders-in-training!Leading our country.Helping you and me.Keeping all fifty statessafe, happy, and free.Little presidents have a great big job.Now even the youngest patriots can learn about America’s presidential history with this bright and playful board book. Highlighting ten of the most memorable presidents—and featuring the first forty-four on the last page—parents and presidents-in-training alike will love sharing this fun primer full of age-appropriate facts, leadership skills, and White House history.
Zeus and the Thunderbolt of Doom; Poseidon and the Sea of Fury; Hades and the Helm of Darkness
Come along for legendary adventures with the first three books in the Heroes in Training series, now available in one action-packed paperback edition! The terrible Titans are merciless giants who rule the earth, led by Cronus, the biggest, baddest Titan of them all. Cronus and his cronies have put the world into chaos—but the Titans’ rule is about to be challenged by a group of young Olympians, led by ten-year-old Zeus, as they discover their powers and try to claim their rightful place as rulers in various realms of the universe. This paperback bind-up includes Zeus and the Thunderbolt of Doom, Poseidon and the Sea of Fury, and Hades and the Helm of Darkness.
Told in simple rhyming text, hard-working construction vehicle fathers guide and encourage their children.
Medusa discovers that having the golden “King Midas” touch has its ups and downs in the sixteenth Goddess Girls adventure.When Medusa suddenly becomes able to turn objects into gold just by touching them, she is thrilled. Gold, gold, everywhere! But it’s not just objects that become golden—it’s also food, and, even people! Her new ability turns out to be more dangerous than delightful, but can she do anything to reverse it?
Goldilocks wants to make friends at Grimm Academy so badly that she considers joining a club for villains.
After her twelfth birthday, Sleeping Beauty--who goes by her middle name, Rose--must avoid all sharp objects according to her fairy tale.
In 1876, France decided to give the United States a very big and very special present--the Statue of Liberty. The gift was to commemorate the 100th birthday of the United States, and just packing it was no small feat--350 pieces in 214 crates shipped across the ocean. The story of how the 111-foot-tall lady took her place in the New York Harbor will fascinate young readers.
Red Riding Hood, who suffers from stage fright, must give a dramatic performance when she is lost in Neverwood Forest and encounters Wolfgang, who may be a member of the E.V.I.L. Society.
Worried that her stepmother may be a member of the E.V.I.L. society, Snow White joins her friends to stop the society's plans to destroy Grimm Academy, but her bad luck seems to be jinxing all of their efforts.
Rapunzel refuses to let her magical, fast-growing hair get in the way of helping her friends Snow, Red, and Cinda save Grimm Academy from the E.V.I.L. Society.
When Cinderella starts her first week at Grimm Academy, she must stop her evil stepsisters from plotting a villainous deed at the prince's ball, and enlists the help of friends Snow, Red, and Rapunzel, as well a a pair of magic slippers.
When Orpheus, a charming mortal musician, arrives at Mount Olympus Academy, he asks Persephone to help reunite him with his lost love, Eurydice, but trying to manipulate the rules of the underworld puts her at odds with her boyfriend, Hades.
Priding herself on having the most up-to-date information about everyone at Mount Olympus Academy, gossipy Pheme sends VIP messages that linger in cloud letters above her head, a habit that raises the ire of her fellow goddesses.
Band 7 und 8 der abgefahrensten Abenteuer der Antike als Doppelband! Endlich ist es so weit: Die jährlichen olympischen Spiele stehen vor der Tür! Doch nicht bei allen Schülern der Olymp High löst das Begeisterungsstürme aus – um genau zu sein, bei keiner Schülerin. Denn die Mädchen dürfen nicht teilnehmen. Unerhört!, finden die Göttergirls und schmieden einen Plan, der sie am Ende doch noch zum ersehnten olympischen Gold führen soll. Mögen die Spiele beginnen! In Sachen Beliebtheit ist bei Medusa noch einiges drin. Kein Wunder, wer möchte schon eine Freundin, die statt Haare Schlangen auf dem Kopf trägt und quietschgrün ist? Außerdem gehört Medusa zu den wenigen Schülerinnen der Olymp High, die nicht unsterblich sind. Da entdeckt sie eine Werbeanzeige für ein Amulett, das ewiges Leben verspricht. Doch zu welchem Preis?
In 1848, gold was discovered in California, attracting over 300,000 people from all over the world, some who struck it rich and many more who didn't. Hear the stories about the gold-seeking "forty-niners!" With black-and white illustrations and sixteen pages of photos, a nugget from history is brought to life!
Learn more about the history of the feast that started off as a harvest celebration and has now become a national holiday. After their first harvest in 1621, the Pilgrims at Plymouth shared a three-day feast with their Native American neighbors. Of course, the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag didn’t know it at the time, but they were making history.
Acclaimed writer Joan Holub and Caldecott Honoree Melissa Sweet team up in this hilarious and exuberant retelling of Little Red Riding Hood , in which a brave, little red pencil finds her way through the many perils of writing a story, faces a ravenous pencil sharpener (the Wolf 3000)... and saves the day.
Una biografía del famoso viajero veneciano medieval, Marco Polo. A biography of the famous medieval Venetian traveler, Marco Polo.
Just in time for baseball season! Babe Ruth came from a poor Baltimore family and, as a kid, he was a handful. It was at a reform school that Babe discovered his talent for baseball, and by the age of nineteen, he was on his way to becoming a sports legend. Babe was often out of shape and even more often out on the town, but he had a big heart and an even bigger swing! Kids will learn all about the Home Run King in this rags-to- riches sports biography. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, a true sports legend is brought to life.
Seeking to become immortal like the other Goddess Girls, Medusa searches for a magical necklace, an effort that is compromised by her mean reputation, her snaky hair, and unexpected consequences.
For an extra credit project, Aphrodite begins a club for matchmaking mortals, which brings her to Egypt and face-to-face with her competition, the Egyptian goddess Isis.
These classic myths from the Greek pantheon are given a modern twist that contemporary tweens can relate to, from dealing with bullies like Medusa to a first crush on an unlikely boy. Goddess Girls follows four goddesses-in-training – Athena, Persephone, Aphrodite, and Artemis – as they navigate the ins and outs of divine social life at Mount Olympus Academy, where the most priviledged gods and goddesses of the Greek pantheon hone their mythical skills. In book 5, Principal Zeus asks Athena to help Heracles (aka Hercules in the Roman pantheon) complete his twelve labors. But when Heracles starts borrowing Athena's friends things without asking, will she be able to help him set things straight?
While protecting egotistical transfer student Orion, Artemis makes a mistake that later provides her with the chance that she has both hoped for and dreaded, to prove her courage to herself and others at Mount Olympus Academy.
Jim Henson broke into television with a five-minute puppetry segment when he was only a freshman in college. He created puppets like none ever seen before, with expressive fabric faces and rod-controlled arms. His Muppets became world-renowned celebrities and formed the backbone of a media empire. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, this easy-to-read biography will be published twenty years after Henson's untimely death.
In Persephone the Phony, Persephone develops a crush on bad-boy Hades. Her mom (Demeter) and friends don’t approve, and Persephone finds herself sneaking around to see him. Hades convinces her to tell the truth, and it’s revealed that he isn’t all that bad, just misunderstood!
Athena learns that she is a goddess when she is summoned to Mount Olympus by her father, Zeus, and she must quickly adjust to her new status, make friends with the other godboys and goddessgirls, and catch up with all the studies she missed while attending mortal school.
Well-researched and true to the original myths, each volume in the Goddess Girls series addresses contemporary issues like friendships and relationships from a classically accurate—and entertaining—persepective.In Aphrodite the Beauty, Aphrodite, goddessgirl of love, must deal with jealousy after giving Athena a makeover. It doesn’t seem fair that the godboys pay more attention to her friend when Aphrodite is supposed to be destined for love! She also copes with a crush from an unlikely source—the nerdy Hephaestus (god of the smith)—and learns that love comes in many forms.
Marco Polo was seventeen when he set out for China and forty-one when he came back! More than seven hundred years ago, Marco Polo travelled from the medieval city of Venice to the fabled kingdom of the great Kublai Khan, seeing new sights and riches that no Westerner had ever before witnessed.
The narrative follows Ms. Brandt's class as they embark on a research project about the United States, with each student exploring ten different states. The book features a comprehensive double-spread map and individual pages filled with trivia, fun facts, and humor for each state. Additionally, it includes a historical map illustrating the expansion of the U.S., a section on presidents and their home states, and a bibliography of resources used for research. This engaging 64-page guide is crafted by a team of renowned author/artists, making history accessible and enjoyable for young readers.
The principal bakes a gingerbread kid and puts on eyes, a nose, and a mouth, after which the gingerbread kid runs away. Can they catch him?
Brad explores the ups and downs of van Gogh's life and art in this colorful report, featuring Brad's funny cartoons alongside reproductions of classic paintings like Starry Night.
In this book, you'll learn how to make a kite from garbage bags, a sailboat from a milk carton, a tornado in a soda bottle -- and lots more
