Scholastic Fall 2013

Bugs in My Hair! By David Shannon, David Shannon (Illustrator) Cover Image
By David Shannon, David Shannon (Illustrator)
$17.99
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ISBN: 9780545143134
Published: The Blue Sky Press - August 27th, 2013

This book is guaranteed to make you laugh--and itch! From the opening
picture of a happy, oversized louse appearing with his suitcases, you
know these bugs are determined to stay, and Mom is about to go nuts!Nobody
talks about them, but they are everywhere. (Some estimate 20 million
children a year host them.) Oh the shame and humiliation of having bugs
in your hair! But if you go to school, or have play dates, chances are
good you might meet them someday. Maybe you already have! Lucky for you,
the unwelcome bugs in this story are so funny you will be laughing
aloud--even when Mom attacks them with battle-tested anti-lice weapons.Shannon
peppers his hilarious scenes with fun, "nitpicking" facts about these
"lousy" critters and pokes fun at common denial: "It's probably ash from
that volcano in Pogo Pogo."Soon the party's over--Bye-bye,
Little Nasties! Once again Shannon has created a fresh, highly
entertaining read-aloud classic that begs to be read again and again.


How Do Dinosaurs Say I'M MAD? By Jane Yolen, Mark Teague (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jane Yolen, Mark Teague (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780545143158
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Published: The Blue Sky Press - September 24th, 2013

Brimming with humor, this sparkling new book handles a timeless
children's topic with wit and wisdom. Romp and stomp! Roar and slam!
Almost everyone gets angry. But how can young dinosaurs also learn to
calm down, take a time-out, and behave?The award-winning team of
Yolen and Teague have created a fun, engaging book sure to help
children handle anger and frustration. Readers will laugh at the antics
of an Afrovenator's tantrum and a storming Pachyrhinosaurus.Anger
can be difficult to talk about with your child, but even when little
dinosaurs are furious, it's important to help them handle their feelings
and remind them they are always loved. With the same warmth, charm, and
humor in all the bestselling How Do Dinosaurs books, here is the
perfect way to say, "I'm sorry--and I love you."


The Lost Kingdom By Matthew J. Kirby Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780545274265
Published: Scholastic Press - August 27th, 2013

In this extraordinary adventure story, Billy Bartram, his father, and a secret society of philosophers and scientists venture into the American wilderness in search of the lost people of the Welsh Prince Madoc, seeking aid in the coming war against the French. Traveling in a flying airship, the members of the expedition find their lives frequently endangered in the untamed American West by terrifying creatures, a party of French soldiers hot on their trail, and the constant threat of traitors and spies. Billy will face hazards greater than he can ever imagine as, together with his father, he gets caught up in the fight for the biggest prize of all: America.

THE LOST KINGDOM is an epic journey filled with marvelous exploits, courage and intrigue, and a bold reimagining of a mythical America. Matthew J. Kirby brings his signature storytelling prowess and superb craft to this astonishing story of fathers and sons, the beginnings of a nation, and wonder-filled adventure.


Dinosaur Christmas By Jerry Pallotta, Howard McWilliam (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jerry Pallotta, Howard McWilliam (Illustrator)
$16.99
ISBN: 9780545433600
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Published: Cartwheel Books - August 27th, 2013

Santa Claus reminisces about "the good old days" when dinosaurs pulled his sleigh. The Tyrannosaurus rex wouldn't stop licking Santa, the Pterosaurs flew too high, and the Maiasauras ate presents when no one was looking! Santa thinks the reindeer are a treasure. But when he and his old dinosaur pals look in on a little girl who's sleeping, he admits that sometimes he misses "the good old days."

Children will love meeting Santa's prehistoric friends in Jerry Pallotta's silly and sweet new classic. Beautifully illustrated by Howard McWilliam, DINOSAUR CHRISTMAS is a Christmas like no other!


Star Wars: Jedi Academy (Star Wars: Jedi Academy #1) By Jeffrey Brown, Jeffrey Brown (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Jeffrey Brown, Jeffrey Brown (Illustrator)
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ISBN: 9780545505178
Published: Scholastic Inc. - August 27th, 2013

This incredible, original story captures all of the humor, awkwardness, fun, and frustrations of middle school--all told through one boy's comics, journal entries, letters, doodles, and newspaper clippings. The setting? A galaxy far, far away...

Roan's one dream is to leave home and attend Pilot Academy like his older brother, father, and grandfather. But just as Roan is mysteriously denied entrance to Pilot Academy, he is invited to attend Jedi Academy--a school that he didn't apply to and only recruits children when they are just a few years old. That is, until now...

This inventive novel follows Roan's first year at Jedi Academy where, under the tutelage of Master Yoda, he learns that he possesses more strength and potential than he could have ever dreamed. Oh, and he learns other important things too--like how to make a baking soda volcano, fence with a lightsaber, slow dance with a girl, and lift boulders with the Force.


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Wild Born (Spirit Animals, Book 1) By Brandon Mull Cover Image
$13.99
ISBN: 9780545522434
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Published: Scholastic Press - September 10th, 2013

Four children separated by vast distances all undergo the same ritual, watched by cloaked strangers. Four flashes of light erupt, and from them emerge the unmistakable shapes of incredible beasts--a wolf, a leopard, a panda, a falcon. Suddenly the paths of these children--and the world--have been changed forever.

Enter the world of Erdas, where every child who comes of age must discover if they have a spirit animal, a rare bond between human and beast that bestows great powers to both. A dark force has risen from distant and long-forgotten lands, and has begun an onslaught that will ravage the world. Now the fate of Erdas has fallen on the shoulders of four young strangers...and on you.

Part engrossing book series, part action role-playing game--discover your spirit animal and join the adventure in Fall 2013.


The Golden Statue Plot (Geronimo Stilton #55) By Geronimo Stilton Cover Image
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ISBN: 9780545556293
Published: Scholastic Paperbacks - September 24th, 2013

Rancid rat hairs, the cat pirates are coming to town! They're planning on stealing New Mouse City's Statue of Liberty and taking it back to Cat Island. They think it's completely made of gold! My friends and I are determined to protect our city's precious symbol. But can we stop these fearsome felines?


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