![Stink the Incredible Shrinking Kid](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763628913.jpg?itok=z1G1-e2j)
Stink’s real name is James, just like President James Madison. And like Madison, Stink is short — a notion constantly reinforced by his older sister Judy. Stink, however, learns how to cope with it while along the way learning about U.S. presidents.
Stink the Incredible Shrinking Kid
![Ralph S. Mouse](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0380709570.jpg?itok=P-KzX_8F)
Ralph is a mouse who speaks human and lives at the Mountain View Inn run by Ryan’s family. The fun starts when Ralph’s motorcycle breaks and he convinces Ryan to take him to a mysterious place called school. Characters come to life through the lively narration.
Ralph S. Mouse
![Ivy and Bean](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0811849090.jpg?itok=q-gZvSoU)
Two girls, Bean and Ivy, learn that in spite of their very different personalities, they have lots in common. And their funny, sometimes outrageous, highly credible, everyday adventures begin one summer.
Ivy and Bean
![Keeker and the Not-So-Sleepy Hollow](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0811860744.jpg?itok=tFnb0D1i)
Ten-year-old Catherine Corey Keegan Dana, better known as Keeker, goes on a family road trip — along with Keeker’s horse named Plum and Plum’s goat friend — to vacation in New York. There they visit relatives and solve a not-too-scary mystery in the Sleepy Hollow made famous by tales of a headless horseman.
Keeker and the Not-So-Sleepy Hollow
![Fly High, Fly Guy!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0545007224.jpg?itok=D4uWT0IV)
When Buzz and his family go on vacation, they don’t want to take Buzz’s pet, Fly Guy, with them — but he joins them nonetheless. Though small, the fly proves his mettle and saves the day with his flying skills. Bug-eyed cartoon characters and broad humor make this an entertaining read for newly independent readers.
Fly High, Fly Guy!
![Annie and Simon](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763626880.jpg?itok=67hHUNVW)
Annie and her big (big) brother Simon have a special relationship. Simon is very patient and quite the opposite of his sister, but together they share summertime adventures, including Annie getting a bee sting and going out in a boat to hear a loon. Cartoon-like illustrations complement each short chapter in this warm book.
Annie and Simon
![Clementine's Letter](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0786838841.jpg?itok=S1LbTGpp)
Impetuous Clementine is concerned that she’ll lose her much loved 3rd grade teacher, Mr. D’Matz, when he’s recommended to study in Egypt for a year. Clementine cooks up a letter to assure that Mr. D’Matz doesn’t get the fellowship. Humor abounds in this third book about spontaneous, likeable, and ultimately honorable Clementine.
Clementine’s Letter
![Ramona the Pest](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0380709546.jpg?itok=0jhBqA8Z)
Ramona loves kindergarten and her wonderful teacher, Miss Binney. But even the best teacher and the most enthusiastic kindergartner can have a rough day or so. This leads to laughs for readers as they empathize with Ramona, who can be rather a pest and perhaps the first-ever kindergarten dropout.
Ramona the Pest
![Shiloh](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0689835825.jpg?itok=kzeTplFN)
Eleven year old Marty must decide whether or not to return an abused beagle to its rightful owner, an unkind man. His dilemma includes hiding the dog, Shiloh, telling his parents the truth, and more in this riveting, award-winning novel which is ideal to read aloud with slightly sophisticated listeners. It was adapted into a live action film in 2000.
Shiloh
![Ginger Pye](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0192719548.jpg?itok=--RZ8PUe)
Visit the town of Cranbury, nestled between Boston and New York, where the very talented Pye family lives. The Pyes have recently acquired an intellectual dog named Ginger Pye — that is until someone steals this captivating hound!
Ginger Pye
![Mercy Watson: Princess in Disguise](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763630144.jpg?itok=k_NsJ_WE)
What should a pink pig don for Halloween? A pink princess costume, of course. Mercy is reluctant until the mention of treats is made. This is as lively and funny as the other books about this porcine prima donna.
Mercy Watson: Princess in Disguise
![Mercy Watson Fights Crime](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763625906.jpg?itok=2HdSlZc4)
Mercy loves buttered toast, so she assumes someone is making it when she hears the noise in the kitchen. What she finds, however, is a thief trying to steal the toaster! What follows is funny, fast, and very much in keeping for Mercy Watson.
Mercy Watson Fights Crime
![There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Fly Guy](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0439639069.jpg?itok=CJvTQ3Uh)
Buzz and his pet fly (also a friend) named Fly Guy, visit Buzz’s grandmother. The slapstick humor and outrageous parody begin when grandma accidentally swallows Fly Guy. Bug-eyed characters and the slightly gross humor of the expressive cartoon-like illustrations in the Fly Guy books are sure to create a giggle and an “ewww.”
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Fly Guy
![There Is a Bird on Your Head!](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1423106865.jpg?itok=Rv6aXgN0)
When a bird builds its nest on Elephant’s head, his buddy Piggie suggests that Elephant simply ask the bird to move to another location. The bird honors Elephant’s polite request and takes up residence on Piggie’s head! Humor abounds in the understated text and simple illustrations of this easy-to-read book.
There Is a Bird on Your Head!
![The Best Chef in Second Grade](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/006053561X.jpg?itok=OwybbWBU)
Ollie longs to be the best of anything in his class and ultimately discovers that he is the class’ best chef when he brings in his family’s favorite dishes. This delights a special visitor – the teacher’s sister who is a television chef! This satisfying story will be appreciated by creative cooks everywhere.
The Best Chef in Second Grade
![Annie and Snowball and the Prettiest House](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/1416909397.jpg?itok=Rn11dBaw)
Annie and her pet rabbit live next door to a boy named Henry and his oversized dog Mudge. Though Annie loves her neighbors and her home, she still wishes her house was prettier. Uncluttered illustrations and straightforward text reveal childhood concerns.
Annie and Snowball and the Prettiest House
![The Talented Clementine](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0786838701.jpg?itok=lYHUUjRo)
Clementine is back, this time wondering what special thing she might do in the school’s talent show. Line drawings add verve to the oh-so-plausible, often funny story of how Clementine finds her special skill.
The Talented Clementine
![Stink and the Incredible Super-Galactic Jawbreaker](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0763632368.jpg?itok=2V9OVF6l)
Stink gets a huge batch of jawbreakers when he writes a letter of complaint and so is inspired to write other companies. While he receives other things for his letter writing, Judy Moody’s little brother comes to realize that there are really more important things in his life.
Stink and the Incredible Super-Galactic Jawbreaker
![Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0375839151.jpg?itok=xorq-MKO)
Sometimes putting something off is worse than what is being put off – and that’s just what Moxy Maxwell learns when she puts off her summer reading. Short chapters build tension as readers both understand Moxy’s dawdling but also root for her to finish herassignment.
Moxy Maxwell Does Not Love Stuart Little
![Jack Plank Tells Tales](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0545004969.jpg?itok=WE_yXmtq)
As a pirate, Jack Plank was not a very good plunderer, although he makes up for it as a fine storyteller. He wows Mrs. Del Fresno’s daughter and her other boarders with his stories as he seeks another profession. This episodic yarn spins a wonderful read aloud.
Jack Plank Tells Tales
![Turkeys, Pilgrims, and Indian Corn: The Story of the Thanksgiving Symbols](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/061806785X.jpg?itok=rrbIrQ11)
Ever wonder why Thanksgiving is celebrated or how certain foods came to be traditional? This and more is explained in lively language — carefully researched — and presented in an attractive package with hands-on activities for children.
Turkeys, Pilgrims, and Indian Corn: The Story of the Thanksgiving Symbols
![A Journey to the New World: The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple, Mayflower, 1620](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/059050214X.jpg?itok=ByM7qYrc)
Through a fictionalized diary of young girl, the difficult journey to a new world, the difficulties as well as the successes unfold. This highly readable account presents the Mayflower and its landing with humor and hope.
A Journey to the New World: The Diary of Remember Patience Whipple, Mayflower, 1620
![The Meanest Doll in the World](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0786852976.jpg?itok=BvWMxd8T)
Because of a mix-up, best doll friends Annabelle and Tiffany are sent to the wrong house where they must deal with Mimi, a doll who thinks she’s the queen of all and whose behavior is perfectly ghastly. Readers who were first introduced to these characters in Doll People will enjoy seeing them again.
The Meanest Doll in the World
![The Boy of a Thousand Faces](/sites/default/files/styles/book_cover_mobile_1x/public/book/0064410803.jpg?itok=xhfLIgSv)
Though only 10 years old, Alonzo King wants to be the “boy of a thousand faces” just like his favorite actor Lon Chaney is the “man of a thousand faces” in the horror movies that Alonzo watches on late-night television. As Halloween approaches, Alonzo becomes an expert in using make-up and knowledge of The Beast.