Boys & Men - Kids Fiction

How can you feel close to someone when they're far away? This moving, gorgeously illustrated poem invites you to "meet" in all the places you love, until you can be together again. Missing someone when they're away can tug at the heart, but there...

ATAC BRIEFING FOR THE REAL AGENTS FRANK AND JOE HARDY MISSION: Two guys are running around the state, committing crimes left and right -- and they're leaving a clear trail for the police. They'd be a cinch to catch, but the thing is, the...

WITH THIS BAND, MUSIC AND MAYHEM GO HAND IN HAND. Vette Smash, one of the hottest new rock bands in Bayport, is playing a gig -- and thanks to their friend Phil's backstage passes, Frank and Joe are in the center of the action!...

"A visual feast. . . .The electricity of the paintings will draw children back for a second look." --School Library Journal Working together at a family pizzeria goes from cozy to chaotic when the business expands and becomes a big fancy restaurant. No matter...

Author: Shanna HatfieldISBN-10: 0998098892ISBN-13: 9780998098890Publisher: Wholesome Hearts PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/25/2026Pages: 38Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.72lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d

My First Time Frying Chicken is a heartwarming and flavorful story about family, learning, patience, and the special memories made in the kitchen. Written through the eyes of young Bunszell, this delightful children's book captures the excitement of a boy learning how to fry...

Some kids worry about homework. Paromita worries about her name. When her teacher twists her name into something that sounds like a sputtering car engine, the whole class laughs, and Paromita's confidence hits the floor. Paromita follows a young Indian girl who once loved...

Brothers Frank and Joe Hardy tackle three spooky investigations in this fall-themed Hardy Boys Clue Book three-books-in-one paperback bind-up! In The Bad Luck Skate, Frank and Joe are excited to be supporting their friends on the Bayport Checkers hockey team. But when someone dumps...

In the tradition of Virginia Lee Burton's The Little House comes a heartfelt story about a father and son learning to accept the new while honoring and celebrating the old. For as long as he can remember, Leo has lived in the blue house...

This powerful picture book is a gorgeous lyrical ode teaching and instilling self-love, the power of one's Blackness, and confidence into young males of color.A simple yet poetic composition celebrating and uplifting positive attributes of Black boys such as strength, bravery, and joy.Author: Sophia...

Purchase one of 1st World Library's Classic Books and help support our free internet library of downloadable eBooks. Visit us online at www.1stWorldLibrary.ORG - - One of the best things in the world to be is a boy; it requires no experience, though it...

"Hair-Breadth Escapes: The Adventures of Three Boys in South Africa" by H.C. Adams is a thrilling adventure story perfect for readers of all ages. This classic juvenile fiction plunges into the heart of South Africa, where three boys find themselves in a series of...

Experience life at a classic English boarding school in Talbot Baines Reed's "The Fifth Form at Saint Dominics: A School Story." This enduring tale of friendship and youthful adventure captures the timeless experiences of boys navigating the challenges and camaraderie of boarding school life...

We all are unique and have special gifts to share with the world. Would you believe it if someone said they could talk to insects, animals and objects? Well, Ashton can! My Magical Neighborhood is about the special gift of a boy named Ashton....

NEW PRINT WITH PROFESSIONAL TYPE-SET IN CONTRAST TO SCANNED PRINTS OFFERED BY OTHERS Bevis (Volume I): The Story Of A Boy, In Three Volumes, Vol. I. This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation...

NEW PRINT WITH PROFESSIONAL TYPE-SET IN CONTRAST TO SCANNED PRINTS OFFERED BY OTHERS Tenderfoot Squad: Or, Camping At Raccoon Lodge This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature....

Author: Lori LukasewichISBN-10: 1554552389ISBN-13: 9781554552382Publisher: Fitzhenry & WhitesideLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/30/2014Pages: 28Format: PaperbackAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.4Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 47886 / Night Fire

The squeak of sneakers. The bounce of basketballs. The roar of the crowd.For Grayson, those aren't just sounds-they are the soundtrack of his dreams.From the time he was a baby carrying around his favorite basketball plushie, Grayson knew there was something special about the...

My son prefers to read these books than play video games!!What to know about the Piglin?The Piglin is a recently added mob in the Nether World.Are they hostile or not?Are they related to Pigman?Let Calvin's diary introduce "the world of Piglins".Calvin is an 18...

Step into a world of wonder, laughter, and heartfelt lessons with "Adventures with Archie: The Boy Called Archie" - a must-have for every young boy and his parents!Meet Archie, a bright, funny, and sometimes mischievous 5-year-old boy whose adventures will captivate the hearts and...

ROBOTS + TERRORISTS = TROUBLE FOR TOM Tom's been training his entry, SwiftBot, for the upcoming Robot Olympics -- a major event being sponsored by the White House's Office of Science and Technology. Teenage inventors from around the country will be bringing their homemade...

Join Dan Carter in "Dan Carter and the Great Carved Face," a thrilling adventure of mystery and intrigue perfect for young readers. Penned by Mildred A. Wirt, this classic juvenile fiction title follows the exciting exploits of a group of boy scouts. This timeless...

It was supposed to be a digital detox in a sleepy Welsh village. Instead, twelve-year-old Josiah and his brother Nate are thrust into a war for an ancient technology hidden at the bottom of the ocean.Separated from his family and trapped on a prototype...

From the #1 bestselling author of RESTART, the story of a family of liars... and the son who wants to break the family tradition.Trey knows the drill: His dad gets him into a school full of kids with rich parents. Trey makes friends, and...

Cleaning day is bad enough, but what happens when a mischievous puppy makes it worse?Marcus, Mason, Marshall, and Marlon think they've outsmarted their parents by hiding their mess. But when Uncle Shawn drops off his new puppy, Messy, the brothers quickly realize that dogs...

Join Timothy as he struggles through the challenges of growing up. He loves to learn. He loves finding out about things that interest him. Timothy shares his love and understanding of the Solar System.Author: Timothy Finsbury,Cally FinsburyISBN-13: 9798668138487Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/21/2020Pages: 26Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Experience a classic tale of ambition and perseverance with "Mark the Match Boy, or Richard Hunter's Ward" by Horatio Alger, Jr. This 19th-century juvenile fiction explores themes of self-reliance and overcoming adversity. Journey alongside a young orphan as he navigates the challenges of street...

From the award-winning Gold and Fire Series - 1st Place (Tied), 28th Annual Critters Readers' Poll, Children's Books; Finalist, 2026 Imadjinn Awards, Best Middle Grade Book; Nominee, 2025 Kearsells Indie Book Awards.Aron is a twelve-year-old shepherd's son who spends more time daydreaming about slaying...

FINALLY-A robot action story your struggling reader can actually read.If your 8-10 year old is "too old" for babyish phonics books-but still needs simpler words-BOT PIT: THE CLASH was made for him.This is a Hi-Lo (High-Interest, Low-Readability) decodable chapter book with an action-first story...

The Littlest Astronaut is a sweet tale about two young boys, Jonah and Caleb, who are the best of friends and obsessed with space. When Caleb is struck with an illness, the choice is made for him to protect Jonah by telling him that...

From Gordon Korman, the bestselling author of Restart, the story of a boy who's stuck at home with two broken legs... and who starts using cameras and a drone to spy on his classmates, neighbors, and a possible criminal who's come to town.If Carter...

A throwback to family reads of yore, this epic follows a troubled boy and a host of hilariously vexed animals who must save a river before it's dammed, so they can save themselves.Gabriel ("G" for short) is wasting away in the Abiddon County Juvenile...

Calepino was blessed with good fortune. After his mother died giving birth to him on a slave ship, he was taken in by a wealthy woman who gave him every advantage. Then on his thirteenth birthday, Father Pedro, a devout priest, asks Calepino to...

Journey to the heart of Arabia in Harry W. French's thrilling adventure, "The Lance of Kanana: A Story of Arabia." This historical fiction classic tells a tale of courage and heroism set against the backdrop of the Middle East. Explore themes of bravery and...

"Hunting for Hidden Gold" is a high-stakes mystery adventure featuring the iconic teenage detectives, Frank and Joe Hardy. In this thrilling installment of the classic series, the Hardy brothers are summoned to the rugged mining country of Montana by their father, world-renowned private investigator...

"Hunting for Hidden Gold" is a high-stakes mystery adventure featuring the iconic teenage detectives, Frank and Joe Hardy. In this thrilling installment of the classic series, the Hardy brothers are summoned to the rugged mining country of Montana by their father, world-renowned private investigator...

Set at one young boy's annual family reunion, this Caldecott Honor-winning picture book is a rich and moving celebration of Black history, culture, and the power of family traditions. "On reunion morning, we rise before the sun. Daddy hums as he packs our car...

"Secrets We Don't Keep" is about sexual and physical abuse of all children. In my experience with juvenile sexual offenders and with counseling of juveniles and even adults, many discuss how they were often told not to tell anyone or to keep the abuse...

Brother detectives Frank and Joe face the dangers of Black Bear Mountain once again in the twentieth book in the thrilling Hardy Boys Adventures series. Frank and Joe are back on Black Bear Mountain, the scene of a previous wilderness adventure and mind-bending mystery....

When Eddie wakes up in his neighbor the judge's yard after a particularly vivid dream and no recollection of how he got there, the trouble begins. Someone or something has caused mischief in the judge's chicken coop, harming his prized rooster. No matter what...

Lost in the woods... Bayport High's Green Environment Conservation Club is camping on Black Bear Mountain. Not only does the mountain live up to its name -- the fierce, furry animals are everywhere -- but rumor has it that a madman lurks in the...

Lights! Camera! Sabotage? It does not take much to convince Frank and Joe to be extras in the new zombie movie that's filming in Bayport. Not only do they get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the magic that goes into making horror movies, they also...

Sinking into danger When a sinkhole opens up and swallows one of Bayport's historic statues, Frank and Joe suspect something -- or someone -- shady is at play. They jump at the chance to investigate: Joe as a member of an urban exploration club...

"Joe," I said, concerned, "hit the brake!" "I am," Joe said, pumping the pedal now. But the car didn't slow at all. The traffic light turned red as we hurtled toward the intersection. And suddenly I saw the one other car out this early...

When Eddie wakes up in his neighbor the judge's yard after a particularly vivid dream and no recollection of how he got there, the trouble begins. Someone or something has caused mischief in the judge's chicken coop, harming his prized rooster. No matter what...

Three nights. Three riddles. Three robberies. First, a priceless painting disappears from the Bayport Historical Museum; then, two ancient samurai swords vanish from a private collection. A string of robberies has hit Bayport, and all signs point to the Phantom, a recently released ex-con...

Sinking into danger When a sinkhole opens up and swallows one of Bayport's historic statues, Frank and Joe suspect something -- or someone -- shady is at play. They jump at the chance to investigate: Joe as a member of an urban exploration club...

Lights! Camera! Sabotage? It does not take much to convince Frank and Joe to be extras in the new zombie movie that's filming in Bayport. Not only do they get a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the magic that goes into making horror movies, they also...

Author: Deb FitzpatrickISBN-10: 1595727698ISBN-13: 9781595727695Publisher: Star Bright BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/01/2016Pages: 176Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.45lbsSize: 7.50h x 5.30w x 0.60d

Join Frank and Joe Hardy in "The Secret of the Old Mill," a thrilling juvenile mystery adventure from the classic Hardy Boys series by Franklin W. Dixon. When strange events plague their town, the young detectives find themselves embroiled in a perplexing case centered...