Half Magic

It all begins with a strange coin on a sun-warmed sidewalk. Jane finds the coin, and becasue she and her sblings are having the worst, most dreadfully boring summer ever, she idly wishes something exciting would happen. And something does: Her wish is granted. Or not quite. Only half of her wish comes true. It turns out the coin grants wishes--but only by half, so that you must wish for twice as much as you want. Wishing for two times some things is a cinch, but other doubled wishes only cause twice as much trouble. What is half of twice a talking cat? Or to be half-again twice not-here? And how do you double your most heartfelt wish, the one you care about so much it has to be perfect?

The Time Garden

While spending the summer in a house by the sea, four cousins-- Roger, Ann, Eliza, and Jack-- discover a bank of wild thyme whose magic propels them on a series of adventures back and forth through time.

Magic by the Lake

Since Half Magic first hit bookshelves in 1954, Edward Eager's Tales of Magic have become beloved classics. Now all seven cherished stories by Edward Eager about vacationing cousins who stumble into magical doings and whimsical adventures are available in updated paperback editions. The original lively illustrations by N. M. Bodecker have been retained, but eye-catching new cover art gives these classics a fresh, contemporary look for a whole new generation.

The Son of Neptune

Beginning at the “other” camp for half-bloods and extending as far north as the land beyond the gods, this breathtaking second installment in the Heroes of Olympus series introduces new demigods, revives fearsome monsters, and features other remarkable creatures, all of whom are destined to play a part in the most important quest of all: the Prophecy of Seven.

Earthquake In The Early Morning (MTH #24)

The magic tree house takes Jack and Annie to San Francisco in 1906, in time for them to experience one of the biggest earthquakes the United States had ever known.

Soccer on Sunday (Original MTH #52, Merlin Mission #24)

Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Secret Pitch

In each book, fifth-grade detective "Encyclopedia" Leroy Brown solves ten mysteries. Solutions are found in the back of the book, challenging readers to practice their own skills as sleuths (and critical thinkers).

The 13-Story Treehouse

Andy and Terry live in a treehouse. But it's not just any treehouse, it's the most amazing treehouse in the world! This threehouse has thirteen stories, a bowling alley, a see-through swimming pool, and a secret underground laboratory. Life would be perfect for Andy and Terry if it wasn't for the fact that they have to write their next book, which is almost impossible when there are just so many distractions, including thirteen flying cats, giant bananas, mermaids, sea monsters pretending to be mermaids, enormous gorillas and dangerous burp gas-bubblegum bubbles!

Mr. Louie Is Screwy!

Teachers and students will enjoy this early chapter book series about A.J., a boy who hates school, and his weird experiences at school with his unpredictable teachers.

Who Was Steve Jobs?

Examines the life and accomplishments of computer industry pioneer Steve Jobs, a founder of Apple Computer, Inc.

Mr. Clever

Mr. Clever thinks he is smartest guy around. But one day, helearns that he doesn't know everything.

Captain Underpants And The Terrifying Return Of Tippy Tinkletrousers

Having changed the course of human history after unwittingly wondering what could be worse than going to prison, George and Harold are catapulted through time back to their kindergarten days, where they are subjected to a sixth-grade bully and a cluelessschool principal.

The Karate Mouse

Geronimo Stilton gets caught up in the World Karate Champoinships thanks to the efforts of Bruce Hyena and Piccolo Tao, Bruce's super sporty cousin. Geronimo only has a week to become real champion material!

Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?

With clearly written text that explains this tumultuous time in history and 80 black-and-white illustrations, this Who Was biography celebrates the vision and the legacy of a remarkable man.

The Lighthouse Mystery

Renting a lighthouse is unusual, but even more so is an unfriendly boy's peculiar behavior.