Chapter Age

Sixteen-year-old Alison Brennan’s mother, Bernadette, is an agoraphobic hoarder, and her father Harry seems to have no past. Struggling every day, Alison seeks the help of a school counsellor. When an old homeless man is found dead in a Melbourne park, Alison's life changes. Somehow, the man's death is connected to her family and the Polish Home Army. Fighting for her future, can Alison unravel the mystery of her family and the dead man, and find a way to place her trust in others again?

Sam, James and the gang are off to 4th grade science camp. When they arrive, Sam discovers his brand new iPod in his suitcase–which is against rules. He hides it and hopes the camp counselor doesn’t find out he has it. Later he discovers it's missing. Now Sam, James and the others have to find it before camp is over or he may never see it again!

Thirteen-year-old sleuth Skylar Robbins plans to become a private detective like her grandfather. Stuck at her bullying cousin Gwendolyn’s Malibu estate for the summer, Skylar brings her fingerprinting kit, portable spy tools, and her journal for taking notes in secret code. She had no idea how dangerous the next eight weeks would prove to be. As soon as Skylar gets to Malibu, mysterious things begin to happen. She discovers a hidden garden behind a rusted gate in Gwendolyn’s huge back yard. Her new friend Kat, who claims to be a witch, recognizes magical elements throughout the garden ...

A conversation-changing look at the social, familial, neurological, and psychological benefits of reading aloud, especially for parents and children. A miraculous alchemy occurs when one person reads to another, transforming the simple stuff of a book, a voice, and a bit of time into complex and powerful fuel for the heart, brain, and imagination. Grounded in the latest neuroscience and behavioural research, and drawing widely from literature, The Enchanted Hour explains the dazzling cognitive and social-emotional benefits that await children who are read to.

Andie Gladman is your typical kid—she lives in a small town, doesn't have many friends and quietly puts up with taunts from the school bully, Myrtle Klinghoffer. But one day, a new neighbor moves into the house next to Andie's family . . . and he looks awfully familiar. Could he be famous author Hans Christian Andersen? Andie sure thinks so, and the arrival of this well-known writer inspires Andie to write her own poems (with a feminist twist) based on his classic fairy tales.

Some friendships are made in school. Others? In swamp mud. Meet Al-E-Gator—a charming, grumbly, always-hungry alligator with a powerful tail and a big appetite for snacks and secrets. And then there’s Fluffy the Fish—a quick-witted puffer with the uncanny ability to puff up like a spiky balloon whenever trouble floats too close. Together, they’re not just best friends. They’re snack scouts. Crunch collectors. Swamp adventurers. And accidental heroes. From battling Bog Bandits to gliding through the sky on a homemade gator-glider, this duo will take you on a hilarious, suspense-...

Jackson has barely reached manhood when lightning heralds the end of the world as we know it. The lightning has awakened the Lamians: descendants of the mythological creature Lamia.

On Stage at Any Age invites you as a listener or performer to step out of the confines of everyday life into a world of fun and fantasy. You'll meet diverse and intriguing characters like King Eye-Spy the fussy food guy, Lumpy Dumpy Egg, Cats and Rats with culinary skills, Bodyguard, Conscience, and more. These plays were originally written for but should not be confined to infants and primary school-aged children.

Welcome to The Adventures of Jeremiah Jackal, a laugh-out-loud, dust-kicking, tail-twitching romp across the most absurd corners of the desert you’ve never visited but will never want to leave. Meet Jeremiah Jackal—a bushy-tailed, peanut-butter-loving, sandal-snatching, chaos-stirring creature who lives on the edge of a scorching desert and doesn’t just survive… he thrives, schemes, and snickers his way into one unpredictable adventure after another. Written for readers of all ages with at least a 5th grade reading level (and a 10th grade sense of humor), this story blends heartfelt...

Age: 7 and up | Grade: 3 and up | ASOT: 4.6 Story time with grandpa changed everything. Little Finn enters his first story with a splash, and things are more dangerous than he could have imagined. With some help from grandpa and his siblings, Finn might just have what it takes to save a Kingdom and restore bright water. This fourth installment is full of surprising twists. Will they find a way before the last page turns? Find out in this action-packed, humorous, adventure chapter book. Story Keeping Series | an endearing adventure series, entertaining for kids, middle school students, and ...

Frankenstein's creation was not a lumbering, simple-minded giant. Hollywood created that familiar monster. In Mary Shelley's audiobook, the creature is intelligent and agile. He is not mute, but articulate and eloquent. In the span of one chapter of the classic novel, the creature changes from good to evil. Imagine what life would be like for this man. Pieced together with dead bodies, he's given life, only to be scorned and abandoned by his creator, and reviled and feared by everyone. What changed a gentle giant into a monster? The Missing Chapter gives him a chance to tell his story - an incredible tale of passion, desire, and regret.

We are never too young - or too old - to be captured and delighted by magic, mystery, and miracle. Find all three as you journey with St. Nicholas in these enchanting stories.

A missing memory. A brainy sidekick. A journey inside the mind. When 9-year-old science whiz Nettie Newton starts forgetting things—important things—she knows something’s not right. Her science fair project? Gone. Her best friend's birthday? Blanked. Even her favorite moments with Dad are slipping away. That’s when Brainiac, a floating, wisecracking sidekick, bursts from her science journal and reveals the truth: there’s a Memory Thief on the loose... inside her mind. To save her memories—and herself—Nettie must shrink down, suit up, and journey deep into the magical world of ...

The Best Collection of 5 minute stories for children! VOLUME:SEVEN If you are looking for short stories for kids age 6-8, or short stories for kids 2-4, then luckily, You are on the right page. This book contains some of the handpicked moral stories for kids and night time stories for kids. There are 7 Volumes in the series, and these books promote Honesty, Discipline, self-control, Helpfulness, Generosity, Positivity, Persistence, Gratitude, Hard Work, and more! Each story is designed in such a way that not only does it mesmerize your little devil, but also makes him partake throughout the...

The Best Collection of 5 minute stories for children! VOLUME:SIX If you are looking for short stories for kids age 6-8, or short stories for kids 2-4, then luckily, You are on the right page. This book contains some of the handpicked moral stories for kids and night time stories for kids. There are 7 Volumes in the series, and these books promote Honesty, Discipline, self-control, Helpfulness, Generosity, Positivity, Persistence, Gratitude, Hard Work, and more! Each story is designed in such a way that not only does it mesmerize your little devil, but also makes him partake throughout the ...

A field trip to the Porter Museum of Fine Arts goes awry when four students are wisked away inside the painting to help a genie get back a magic book stolen by a wicked sheik. Can they return the book to its rightful owners and get back in time before their teacher notices they are missing?

Scotland, 1388. After Fergus Scott of Eildon travels north to investigate reports of a malevolent presence, he encounters the ferocious Alistair Mor. Drawn into battle against enchantment and death, Fergus is aided by the lovely but quick-tempered Seonaid. Meanwhile, Donald of the Isles and his army march to confront Alistair, and trouble is brewing as the witches of Scotland gather to recreate the Book of Black Earth.

Book Three in the steampunk Land of Twilight Trilogy. How can the most colorful world in the universe turn hapless and gray?! That's what mystifies Sam and Lorna. Falling from the Land of Twilight, their friend Trix shows up at the discarded camper shell where Sam and Lorna are making secret plans. The Arizona desert is no place to hide. Trix and Melvin focus on reviving the Land of Realtime. Both Lorna and Sam's lives depend on it. Twilight and Earth, now interwoven, are crumbling together. How can the four friends unravel themselves and save their worlds? Things take a bad turn when a ...

The Secret Garden Project A Short Story About Patience, Nature, and Community for Children Ages 4-8 The fourth heartwarming tale in the beloved "What Shall We Do Today?" series that nurtures young minds and warms young hearts When Imani, Tommy, and Maya decide to transform the newly cleaned vacant lot into a community garden, they discover that creating something beautiful takes patience, teamwork, and a little bit of magic. With dirt-smudged cheeks and hope in their hearts, these determined friends embark on their most rewarding adventure yet. This sweet short story helps children learn ...

What Shall We Do Today? The Trail of Treasured Traditions Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a magical adventure through history, culture, and childhood imagination! When three curious friends discover a mysterious wooden map on their neighborhood steps, they're whisked away on an extraordinary journey down "The Trail of Treasured Traditions." This enchanting children's chapter book combines fantasy with educational content as the children explore three special celebrations all happening on June 2nd: American Indian Citizenship Day: Experience Native American traditions and learn about this ...