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For Parents & Teachers: Adventure Story That Teaches Essential Life Skills Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on their most magical adventure yet! When mysterious sparkles fill the air and Tommy's compass starts spinning wildly, the three best friends discover a fairy realm in desperate need of heroes. Evil Shadow Sprites have stolen four precious magics, threatening to destroy the beautiful fairy kingdom forever! Perfect for ages 6-9, this enchanting chapter book combines heart-pounding adventure with meaningful lessons about: Creativity & Upcycling - Giving new life to old, broken things ...

True friendship means never letting go. 11-year-old Madison had it all in Kent Cove, never expecting her life to change. But when she decides to break free from her toxic friendship with Lori, her life is met with new challenges. Madison discovers her new friends are true when they protect one another from a rabid dog and bullies at school. But Lori won’t go away. Madison struggles with pressure from Lori, who is eager to regain Madison's friendship. Will Madison ever open the friendship door for her again? This captivating story follows a young girl as she tackles the many challenges of ...

The New Girl – Book 9: Confession Time Ronnie causes so much trouble for Alexa that Casey decides it's time to intervene. Her confession leads to even more trouble, not just for Alexa, but Casey as well. While grateful for Casey's efforts, Alexa feels guiltier than ever. She then makes a move that surprises everyone, including their English teacher, Ms. Harris. This leads to a turn of events that no one expected. Unfortunately, the rollercoaster that is Alexa's life is still in full swing, and when an unanticipated visitor arrives, Alexa tumbles into a spiral of fear. This book for girls ...

The New Girl - Book 14: The Unforeseen The drama spirals in this exciting addition when several unforeseen circumstances unfold. Both Ronnie and Holly find themselves facing dilemmas they hadn’t anticipated, while at the same time, Ali receives good news. Caught between two worlds, Tyler struggles to make a decision, and Alexa begins to fear the worst. She prays that her brother will eventually see through their mother’s lies. While Ali battles with her feelings for Mike, she receives a phone call that leaves her and Casey reeling. The twins warn Alexa about what’s ahead, but no one ...

Journeys Beyond the Map “Use this stick to vanish from sight, But return before the fall of night.” Jack and Emily, siblings who didn’t always get along, are sent to visit their aunt, a specialist in ancient magic and archaeology. While exploring a secret room in the basement of her mysterious home, they discover an enchanted map that transports them to far-off worlds. In each place, they must solve puzzles and help the local inhabitants, all while racing against time. If they fail to complete their tasks before nightfall, they risk being trapped there forever. Through these thrilling...

The New Girl: Book 3 - The Truth Revealed... The suspense continues in this captivating story of the twins’ new neighbor, Alexa Morrison, who discovers the turmoil in her life is about to become a whole lot worse. Holly returns to school and wreaks havoc with her partner in crime, Ronnie. At the same time, Alexa discovers her mother is responsible for something so despicable that it becomes more difficult than ever to cope. Added to this is her dilemma over Mike. Does she stand a chance with him or not? What will be the outcome for Ali and Mike and will they finally put the new girl in ...

The New Girl: Book 11 - The Surprise Alexa is left reeling after her mother's revelation, and her future looks bleaker than ever. Casey is at a loss for how to help. Meanwhile, the girls have a full weekend ahead, and Alexa is unsure whether to take part. When Alexa's mom humiliates her further, she wonders if the embarrassment will ever end. Holly continues chasing after Mike, and Ali reacts in a way that shocks everyone, even herself. She finally listens to Casey's advice, and a change of attitude helps her deal with the situation at hand. But will it be enough to save her relationship ...

Welcome to the bubbly, bold, and brilliantly polite world of Beverly Blowfish, where puff and poise live side by side and the most powerful crown isn’t made of pearls—it’s built from kindness. From the muddy beginnings of a shy, squeaky guppy to the sparkling depths of queenly elegance, Beverly’s journey is filled with fashion flops, underwater misadventures, and heartwarming moments of self-discovery. Whether refereeing a school argument, hosting a tea party for the sea’s misfits, or standing up to reef-wide gossip, Beverly proves again and again that true SoFISHtication means ...

Fun New Chapter Book Series Social Sara Girl Adventures is a fun chapter book series for girls age 6 to 10. The first book, Moving! is all about Sara and her twin sister Mara finding out they are moving. What's most shocking is the reason they're moving. This Chapter Book is roughly 4,000 words in length.

Thomas Bulfinch, as one reviewer put it, "Created an anthology of mythology." This audiobook contains the first 14 chapters of The Age of Fable, the first of three volumes, comprising Bulfinch's complete work. The Age of Fable recounts stories of Greek Gods, Demigods and the best known characters in mythology. In our times, many references are made to these stories and characters in the arts, especially in the fine arts, theatre, and literature.

Everyone at Remnant Academy is super excited about the upcoming field trip to the Living Art Museum, except Mary. Mary is chosen to partner with her longtime rival Taylor, as a museum buddy and she is furious! With the girls always fighting, there is no way Mary can survive an entire day with Taylor. Then something happens to the girls during the field trip that could end up being a total disaster. How will Mary and Taylor get out of their museum trouble?

The New Girl – Book 12: No Escape... Alexa’s world is turned into chaos when she is forced to leave town. It's the nightmare she has desperately tried to avoid but it seems her prayers have gone unanswered. Ali faces her own crisis due to Holly’s interest in Mike. Casey does her best to keep her twin feeling positive, but even Casey knows this mindset takes effort to maintain. Meanwhile, Ronnie receives fabulous news only to have her dream whipped away. The drama continues in this eventful and exciting addition to The New Girl series, another great book for girls.

The New Girl - Book 8: Rollercoaster... Alexa finds herself wondering who could be responsible for passing her secrets onto Ronnie, the school bully intent on making her life miserable. Added to this is the rift in the twins' relationship. Will the girls manage to close the divide and regain the close connection they once had, or will their new neighbor come between them as Ali fears? The saga continues in this intriguing story for girls 9 - 12 and beyond. Full of ups and downs, it's sure to keep you on the edge of your seat right through until the very end.

Magic Kingdom of Lunora is stuck in blazing summer heat. The family of seasons must find a mysterious Enchantress to get help. Meet the Season siblings, Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn and learn about their magical powers to change the world. By using a special crystal ball, they bring the season of their name to the world. When magical crystal ball suddenly breaks, the seasons can't be changed any more. Stuck in the blazing heat, home kingdom of Lunora is in danger and must be saved again. An old legend says that a mysterious Enchantress, the only powerful magician who can help them. ...

Discover the Magic of Learning with Imani, Tommy, and Maya! Join three curious friends on an unforgettable STEM adventure that will inspire young readers to dream big and build amazing things! When Imani, Tommy, and Maya discover a magical typewriter, they're whisked away to a crystal world where they must work together to solve an engineering challenge that will save an entire valley. Perfect for Ages 6-9 Ideal for Independent Reading & Read-Alouds What Makes This Book Special: • STEM Learning Made Fun - Children discover engineering concepts, problem-solving, and teamwork through ...

Justin is a huge fan of Halloween, and it’s the first one that his Mom is allowing him to wear a cool costume: a Clone Trooper. Unfortunately, he can’t seem to stay out of trouble, and his parents have threatened to keep him home while the other kids go trick-or-treat if he can’t get his act together. His teacher took away his recess for the entire month, and he’s been grounded every weekend. If that’s not bad enough, the rest of the classes at school are busy planning fun parties and activities, and his teacher has him doing research! His troubles started when he accidentally let...

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on a Heartwarming Adventure About Friendship, Kindness, and Belonging! When a tiny alien named Zips crash-lands in their garden, three best friends discover that the greatest magic isn't in spells or potions—it's in making others feel welcomed and loved. Through an enchanted portal, they enter a world where sharing treats becomes sharing hearts, and every act of kindness creates real magic. Perfect for ages 6-9, this delightful chapter book combines: ✨ Magical adventure that keeps young readers engaged ✨ Important lessons about friendship, inclusion, and ...

The New Girl - Book 2: A Whole New Dilemma The twins’ new neighbor, Alexa, is uncertain of her future, and she struggles to find her place in her new world. The twins decide to give Alexa a second chance, but due to an unexpected reaction from Casey, the situation spirals out of control. Caught up in Ronnie’s troublesome behavior, Alexa isn’t prepared for what eventuates. Will she be influenced by Ronnie? Or will she manage to stand her ground and make her own decisions as she had originally planned? And when confronted with a whole new dilemma, how will Alexa respond? You’ll have ...

Everyone in Oakwood is buzzing about the first-ever Neighborhood Pet Parade... and Marie Lane is caught right in the middle of the madness. When the town announces a pet-themed celebration, Marie jumps at the chance to enter her golden retriever, Max. But organizing a parade isn’t as simple as tying a ribbon and marching down Main Street. With rival pets, costume mishaps, and a few surprise entrants—including a skateboarding ferret and a parrot with stage fright—Marie and her friends must scramble to keep the chaos from unraveling. As the parade day approaches, Marie discovers that ...