Growing Social Media

Steven enjoys spending time with his elderly neighbor, Mr. Fazone. While they share cannoli from a local bakery, Mr. Fazone regales Steven with tales of how Brooklyn was when he was young. When his friend passes away unexpectedly, how will Steven cope with his loss?

No matter what Stella does, she cannot get her shark kite to fly! Everyone else has gotten to fly their kite except for her—even her friend Robby, who’s only flying a paper plate! Will Robby be able to help her? Or will they have to figure something else out?

Elise carries a notebook full of tallies. Each page marks a day spent at her new public school. Each stroke of her pencil marks a word spoken - a word that can't be taken back. Five tally marks isn't so bad. Two is pretty good. But zero? Zero is perfect. Zero means no wrong answers called out in class, no secrets accidentally spilled, and no conversations to agonize over at night when sleep is far away. But now months have passed, and Elise isn't sure she could speak even if she wanted to

Après avoir essuyé des refus répétés de la part de ses parents, à neuf ans, le petit Tristan effectue enfin son entrée dans le monde du hockey organisé. Fier membre des Pumas de Saint-Boniface, il est sélectionné dans une équipe de calibre atome A. Tristan vivra ses débuts dans le monde du hockey mineur avec la déception que sa mère n'assiste jamais à ses parties et connaîtra aussi l'angoisse de ne pas être capable d'attacher ses patins seul.

Before their experiments, inventions, and discoveries that changed the world, the world’s most celebrated scientists had regular-kid problems just like you. Stephen Hawking hated school and preferred to spend his free time building model airplanes, inventing board games, and even building his own computer. Jane Goodall got in trouble for bringing worms and snails into her house. And Neil deGrasse Tyson had to start a dog-walking business to save up money to buy a telescope.

Collin can't help himself. He has a unique condition that finds him counting every letter spoken to him. It's a quirk that makes him a prime target for bullies, and a continual frustration to the adults around him, including his father. When Collin asked to leave yet another school, his dad decides to send him to live in Minnesota with the mother he's never met.

L'idée du siècle de mes parents? Déménager juste avant ma sixième année. Génial #sarcasme... Résultat: je n'ai plus aucun ami. Comme dans vraiment Zéro. #rejet Pour ajouter à ma liste dramatist: le plus idiot de tous les petits frères, une grande soeur vraiment louche (et vegan), des règlements et interdictions totalement ridicules, une mère accro à Facebook et est-ce que j'ai mentionné l'absence totale d'amis?

John and Lorraine happen to be passing by the Pigman’s abandoned house when they receive the shock of their lives: someone or something is watching them from the upstairs window. Convinced this is a sign from beyond the grave, John and Lorraine decide they have been given a chance to make up for what happened to the Pigman. Can they make things right once and for all?

Jules' family moves into an old abandoned house. Her parents love it, but she's frightened and feels a sense of foreboding. When she sees a pale face in an upstairs window, she can't stop wondering about the eerie presence on the top floor - in a room with a locked door. Her fear replaced by fascination, Jules becomes determined to make contact with the mysterious figure and to unlock the door. Past and present intersect as she and her ghostly friend discover the fate of the family who lived in the house all those many years ago.

In the magical fairytale kingdom of Enchantasia, becoming a legendary prince or princess doesn't happen overnight. Enter Royal Academy, the training ground for the fairytale leaders of tomorrow! But reluctant future princess and new student Devin has some reservations about RA, especially when it comes to its headmistress. Olivina seems obsessed with preparing students for possible villain attacks. But when Devin asks when they're going to learn how to actually rule a kingdom, Olivina becomes enraged. Something isn't right with this lady.

On the first day of eighth grade, thirteen-year-old Layla has a pretty good idea of what’s in store for her—another year of awkward social situations, mediocre grades, and teachers who praise her good behavior but find her academic performance disappointing. Layla feels certain she’s capable of more, but each time she tries to read or write, the words on the page dance and spin, changing partners and leaving her to sit on the sidelines.

No matter where you are in the world, noodles are bound to be a worthy meal choice. But be sure to remember your table manners! In this funny story, Pasta Polly explains the polite way to eat noodle dishes in Japan, China, Thailand, Italy, and America.

As the new kid and the only deaf child in his class, Alex feels like he stands out. He even has to sit in front to read his interpreter's sign language. However he finds that a particular sound helps him connect with the others. Thanks to his interpreter, he can still communicate through sign language, but he must still figure out a way to settle in and make friends, and hopefully avoid embarrassment along the way!

When Nasrettin arrives at a banquet in a shabby coat, he is ignored by his friends. So he cleans up, returns, and teaches them an important lesson.

Steve's classmates give him the nickname Chuck, but he doesn't like this at all.

Finn is reluctant to go to piano lessons, but when Miss Bea shows him how the instrument works, he begins to discover the magic of music.

Let’s celebrate! This series for beginning learners introduces basic facts about popular holidays from around the world, including when they happen and why. Simple, predictable text takes listeners through the traditions of each celebration, including decorations, activities, and foods. Features highlight favorite activities and important aspects of each holiday. Students just starting to read independently will be ready to celebrate. This volume includes Eid-al-Fitr, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Saint Patrick's Day, and Veterans Day.

Shelby has always been a shy little girl. No matter what she does, she is scared when she has to interact with new people. With the help of her brother and her superhero costume, will Shelby be able to be brave and have fun at the party?

Quel genre de fête d'anniversaire rêve d'avoir une jeune millionnaire ? Faut-il absolument des paillettes et des feux d'artifice sur un bateau de croisière ? Certainement pas ! C'est beaucoup trop ordinaire. Les amis d'Ella devront être originaux et discrets s'ils veulent la surprendre, sans toutefois attirer les paparazzis, et particulièrement Bass, le célèbre animateur de télévision. Mission impossible, tu crois ? Ouvre vite ce livre et tu verras !

PAUVRE FANNY! Elle qui croyait toute cette mésaventure terminée. EH NON! Les animaux maintenant dotés de la parole apprennent à la jeune fille des secrets dont personne ne pouvait se douter. Les parents retombé en enfance.... CE N'ÉTAIT RIEN COMPARÉ À CE QUI L'ATTEND MAINTENANT! Heureusement qu'elle pourra compter sur l'aide de sa BFF Daphnée, et de son petit copain Derek. L'aidera aussi dans cette histoire ABRACADABRANTE, son frère Dylan. De quelle « maladie » étrange sera maintenant affligée son frangin? Il n'y a qu'une seul façon de le savoir.