Action & Adventure - Kids Fiction

In a search for the missing Willard Grafton, Frank Hardy and younger brother Joe, encounter a gang of criminals intent on defrauding the US government, and are lead across California and even into Mexico.Author: Franklin W. DixonISBN-10: 0448089408ISBN-13: 9780448089409Publisher: Grosset & DunlapLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/1960Pages:...

Another exciting mystery begins for Frank and Joe when they help a stranger who has had an accident with his car. The man introduces himself as John Mead, owner of a nearby estate. But when the Hardy boys find an odd-looking house key and...

"I am delighted to know that this classic piece of Americana, Little Toot, will be enjoyed by readers of all ages for years go come." --Eric Carle Celebrate Little Toot's 80th anniversary! First published in 1939, this classic story of the energetic tugboat who...

"Coraline meets Monsters, Inc. in this delightfully entertaining offering from actor Jason] Segel and co-author Kirsten] Miller." --Publishers Weekly, on book one in the series Stay up late with the hilariously frightening middle-grade novel Nightmares The Lost Lullaby. You thought the nightmares were over?...

"A strong . . . trilogy, invoking just a little Harry Potter and Series of Unfortunate Events along the way."--Realms of FantasySiblings Kate, Michael, and Emma have been in one orphanage after another for the last ten years, passed along like lost baggage. Yet...

Yeeeeeee-haw! Git along, little . . . turkeys? Big, brawny Simon Green, who's just completed third grade (for the fourth time), may not be book smart, but he's nobody's fool. When it's time to be done with school and make his way in the...

In the dazzling conclusion to the epic story of Atherton, Patrick Carman takes readers on the most rewarding journey of all, to the perilous realm of The Dark Planet: Earth. When Edgar discovers a way to leave the mysterious satellite world of Atherton, he...

Everyone's favorite time-travelers are changing their styles The Time Warp Trio series now features a brand-new, eye-catching design, sure to appeal to longtime fans, and those new to Jon Scieszka's wacky brand of humor.Author: Jon ScieszkaISBN-10: 0142401153ISBN-13: 9780142401156Publisher: Puffin BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/26/2004Pages: 80Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Scott O'Dell Award for Best Historical Fiction * ALA Notable Book * ALA Best Books for YANewbery Medal-winning author Avi tells the "compelling story of a young boy's first encounter with war and how it changes him."--Publishers WeeklyJonathan may be only thirteen years old,...

In this third and final installment in the enchanting Wing & Claw trilogy, Newbery Medal-winning author Linda Sue Park sends her young apothecary to the front lines of a fearsome battle, where he must rely on his talents and his friends to defend what...

A spellbinding tale about a girl, the Thickety, and the power of magic. Fans of Neil Gaiman will love this thrilling world.A dark, forbidden forest. Vicious beasts. Deadly plants. An evil spellbook. Secrets. Mysteries. Witches, both good and bad . . . Welcome to...

"Fast-paced and exciting adventure that will enthrall every reader." --Erin Hunter, author of the New York Times bestselling Warriors seriesIn the conclusion of Michelle Paver's bestselling Chronicles of Ancient Darkness series, the ultimate battle between good and evil is waged. A thrilling read for...

Her love of caring for her animals inspired her to write her second book, Grace and GiGi Save the Day. Her first book Grace Needs Hay is available also. Jocelyn wants to use her love of writing to encourage other children to write books....

Lola pretends to have a math allergy to get out of a math test. About The Author Melisa Lazarus is a 41-year-old mother of 3.She was born in France and moved to NY 16 years ago. Her passion for theater and her love for...

Colorful, classy and sassy, Vivacious Vi the impetuous seahorse explores, rescues, and makes new friends. Many morals lie under the surface of the bay in this story of friendship, compassion, teamwork, self-confidence and respect for the environment. All tied together by mouthfuls of fun...

Join Annie McFranny and Brewster McGee on a magical adventure in search of the wild Moink. Will they be able to find the Moink, and what will happen if they do? Come along with Annie and Brewster and some friends they meet along the...

"The tale of Ethery" is a fascinating story about the bird Ethery who seeks a home to lay eggs in. However, the universe is empty and finding a perfect home seems like an unachievable goal. Deeply saddened, Ethery begins to cry. That's the moment...

Fishy Tales is a picture book about a colorful school of fish who love to swim and play in the ocean. While playing their favorite game, Marco Polo, the fish hear cries for help. The concerned fish are off on an adventure to save...

In the seventh novel in New York Times bestselling Stuart Gibbs's FunJungle series, Teddy Fitzroy returns as FunJungle's resident sleuth to solve the disappearances of endangered bison and an irreplaceable necklace. Teddy Fitzroy, his family, and some other FunJungle employees have been invited to...

Twelve-year-old JoJo is confused about his gender identity. He does lots of research and, after struggling, trying to decide what category he fits into, finally decides that he's non-binary. The realization leaves him out in the cold as far as his best friend is...

Even Aquaman needs a trusted friend. But how did the seahorse Storm become the Sea King's loyal steed? Discover the origin story of this superpowered Super-Pet in an action-packed, POW!-WHAM!-BOOM! book for early readers.Author: Steve KortéISBN-10: 1663959129ISBN-13: 9781663959126Publisher: Stone Arch BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2022Pages: 48Format:...

Challenges are a common occurrence, but everything happens for a reason. Orphans Talia, Maya, Marine and Chia want to escape the prison they call home, but it's easier said than done. Though, even if they do, what awaits them outside? Juggling jobs, attacks, and...

You've heard of the Rescue Rangers. Now meet the Mouse Watch!Hot off their successful mission in THE MOUSE WATCH UNDERWATER, Bernie and Jarvis are tapped to join the most important mission yet: one that will take them into outer space! The task? To take...

Buck, a loving and docile St. Bernard mix becomes forcibly changed when he is nabbed from his home in sunny California and sold into service as an Alaskan sled dog.Forced to endure the harsh climate of the Yukon backcountry, Buck becomes progressively more savage...

"I love words!" says Ava. "Words can be tiny, prickly, big, and bright!" In this delightful romp through one little girl's discovery of words, readers meet Ava--who asks: What was it like before I had words? Using a bright cheery palette, visual humor (and...

"Bernard and his newfound friends--revolutionary rats, wise-cracking cats, and coffee-chugging squirrels, to name a few--will delight and inspire readers of all ages " --Erin Entrada Kelly, Newbery Medal-winning author of Hello, UniverseThe drowsy Dormouse from Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland is transported to...

In the beginning there was only One World, where creatures with white magic, with black magic, and with no magic lived. As their powers grew, so did the thirst for power until it all ends during the War of Magic. The One World is...

Large Print�s increased font size and wider line spacing maximizes reading legibility, and has been proven to advance comprehension, improve fluency, reduce eye fatigue, and boost engagement in young readers of all abilities, especially struggling, reluctant, and striving readers. Author: Tui T. SutherlandISBN-10: 1432874578ISBN-13:...

Explore all of life's possibilities in this exuberant book by Newbery Award winning author Jerry Spinelli -- a perfect gift for new parents, graduates, and more A little boy contemplates the interesting and exciting things he could be when he grows up: everything from...

A beautifully illustrated picture book about curiosity, action, mindfulness and the tremendous joy found in the simple things around us. Join fur baby Cooper and his mommy as he explores the world around him. Immerse into the adventure of this imaginative and playful dog...

Author: John R. EricksonISBN-10: 1591886309ISBN-13: 9781591886303Publisher: Maverick Books (TX)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2002Format: CDWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 5.25h x 5.39w x 1.00d

Author: John R. EricksonISBN-10: 1591886058ISBN-13: 9781591886051Publisher: Maverick Books (TX)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2002Format: CDWeight: 0.32lbsSize: 7.52h x 5.36w x 0.55d

The first four adventures of the hilarious Bots chapter book series are now available in one awesome collection Many years ago, scientists on Earth sent video satellites out to the end of the universe to see what was hiding in deep space. Now, years...

Tom and his friends are trapped in a quarantine lockdown in this third novel in Tom Swift Inventors' Academy--perfect for fans of The Hardy Boys or Alex Rider. Tom has always tried to play down his pseudo celebrity status at the academy. So, the...

A precocious young girl is determined to prove herself as an explorer in the first novel in the whimsical Polar Bear Explorers' Club series. Stella Starflake Pearl knows, without a doubt, that she was born to be an adventurer. It's too bad girls are...

Iron Man forms a new team of Avengers to save his friends from the evil robot, Ultron. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division of ABDO.Author: Chris WyattISBN-10: 1532140606ISBN-13: 9781532140600Publisher: Leveled ReadersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/01/2017Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight:...

Effie, Wolf, Raven, and Max are faced with their most challenging adventure yet in the third installment of the magical Worldquake series, which Kirkus Reviews calls "tailor-made for Harry Potter's fans." Effie Truelove and her school friends Lexy, Wolf, Maximilian, and Raven must put...

A girl discovers her boarding school is actually an elite spy-training program, and she must learn the skills of the trade in order to find her mother in this action-packed middle grade debut. After a botched escape plan from her boarding school, Abigail is...

The stunning conclusion to the trilogy that began with Pure, recommended by People for those who loved The Hunger Games. With his father now dead, Partridge has assumed leadership of the Dome, one of the last few refuges from the ravaged wastelands of the...

Zeus and the Olympians must deal with monstrous spiders and dangerous webs in this Heroes in Training adventure. A giant spiderweb in the sky with the words "Surrender Olympians" shows Zeus and his friends that they are in for another battle. Dodging the silky...

Captain Awesome and Nacho Cheese Man must battle the evil forces of pink and love in this Valentine's Day adventure. It's February in Sunnyview, and Valentine's Day is fast approaching. When Captain Awesome and Nacho Cheese Man start to receive valentines in their cubbies,...

Will there be happily ever after? Don't miss the fractured-fairy tale conclusion to the action-packed and humor-filled Half Upon a Time trilogy Jack and May have gone their separate ways, and each is now set on course to fulfill their destiny...or are they? Nothing...

No fear. No room to fail. Three adrenaline-racing thrill rides in a smart and sexy series, packaged in one bold book. Gaia Moore is brilliant and beautiful. She's trained in three kinds of martial arts, has a reflex speed that's off the charts, and...

After pulling a magical thunderbolt from a stone, ten-year-old Zeus goes on the adventure of a lifetime in this thrilling start to a brand-new series! The terrible Titans--merciless giants who enjoy snacking on humans--have dominated the earth and put the world into chaos. But...

Rosi must decide what she's willing to risk to save her family--and maybe even all of humanity--in the thrilling first novel of a new trilogy from New York Times bestselling author, Margaret Peterson Haddix. For the past twelve years, adults called "Freds" have raised...

In this third book of the classic chapter book series by award-winning author Sharon M. Draper, four boys who call themselves the Black Dinosaurs go on a spooky camping trip filled with Native American lore. Ziggy and friends are excited about their overnight camping...

"Award-winning author of The Witch's Boy"--Cover.Author: Kelly BarnhillISBN-10: 1432840932ISBN-13: 9781432840938Publisher: Thorndike Press Large PrintLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/05/2017Pages: 454Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.25lbsSize: 8.60h x 5.60w x 1.00dLarge PrintAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 4.8Point Value: 12Interest Level: Middle GradeQuiz #/Name: 183878 / Girl Who Drank the Moon

Gabby Gomez loves to chew gum everywhere, even though Mami has warned her against it: There was the time at the art gallery. And don't forget what happened with her t? Carmen's parrot! But when Gabby gets gum stuck in her hair, that's the...

First in a fun and fantastic series, Ronan Boyle and the Bridge of Riddles is an instant New York Times bestseller set in a world of law-breaking leprechauns from actor and writer Thomas Lennon with illustrations by award-winning creator John Hendrix. Fourteen-year-old Ronan Boyle...

Kidnapped! Recklessly she threw herself from the moving truck and ran into the desert, pursued by the kidnapper who had just snatched her best friend, Kayo Benton. Desperate, Rosie Saunders fled, far from the campground and her unsuspecting parents, into the desolate Arizona wasteland....