K is for Kissing a Cool Kangaroo
978-0-439-53128-3
By Giles Andreae
Illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees

From the bestselling duo that brought us Giraffes Can’t Dance comes a unique way of learning the alphabet! Children and families will enjoy reading aloud the zany phrases about busy bumblebees, juicy jellybeans, and kissing kangaroos, and will delight in the vibrant illustrations in this fun-packed, rhyming ABC book.

I Love You, Stinky Face
978-0-439-63572-1
By Lisa McCourt
Illustrated by Cyd Moore

Even if her little boy were an alligator or a super-smelly skunk, this mother would love her child unconditionally. Share this magical book with the Stinky Face in your life! The first in the popular Stinky Face series—now in board book!

The Amazing Days of Abby Hayes #20: Sealed With a Kiss
978-0-439-82930-4
By Anne Mazer

Abby knows a secret about her sister: Eva the star athlete has a boyfriend! That’s the last thing Abby would ever want for herself. But when it turns out she has a secret admirer at school, Abby has to ask herself some questions. Who’s been sending her all these cards and pictures? And is she really ready for love?

The Crushes
978-0-439-92560-0
By Pamela Wells

Four friends. Three boyfriends. One crush. Forty-one rules.

Dawn
978-0-545-06090-5
By Kevin Brooks

Dawn’s dad is a recovering substance abuser, a one-time child molester, and… a born-again Christian. Religion: That’s his latest addiction. But as far as Dawn is concerned, the Man Upstairs has robbed her of the father she once loved, drugs, drink, and all. Which is why Dawn’s gone shopping for Bibles. For research. To know her enemy. Because, to get her old dad back, she’s going to have to do away with this God guy. She’d just better pray that the fallout from her father’s past life of crime doesn’t catch up to her first.

A Friend Like You
978-0-545-05851-3
By Tanja Askani

Tanja Askani has always been a friend to animals. Ever since she was a child, she has adopted animals that were orphaned or injured, nursed them to health, and either found homes for them or set them free. This collection of Tanja’s heart-melting photographs, accompanied by simple text celebrating the comforts and delights of friendship, is sure to appeal to anyone who loves animals and appreciates a true friend.

Ten Grouchy Groundhogs
978-0-545-13414-9
By Kathryn Heling and Deborah Hembrook
Illustrated by Bill Dare

Ten Grouchy Groundhogs is a hilarious countdown story about a den of grouchy, grubby, gobbling, gabby, giggly, groovy, graceful, glitzy, gleeful, groggy groundhogs getting ready for their great big day.

My First Biography: Martin Luther King, Jr.
978-0-545-14233-5
By Marion Dane Bauer
Illustrated by Jamie Smith

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a great man. His words changed the way people thought, and his actions spurred them on to change the world. With simple, lyrical text and bold, kid-friendly illustrations, this book introduces Dr. King to the youngest readers.

Raiders’ Ransom
978-0-545-14297-0
By Emily Diamond

It’s the 22nd century and, thanks to climate change, much of England— what once was England— is underwater. Poor Lilly is out fishing with her trusty first mate, Cat, when greedy raiders pillage the town—and kidnap the prime minister’s daughter. Her village blamed, Lilly decides to find the girl. Off she sails, in secret. And with a ransom: a mysterious talking jewel.

The Puppy Place: Honey
978-0-545-08349-2
By Ellen Miles

In this special Valentine’s Day story, Charles and his best friend Sammy meet Honey, a sweet, intelligent yellow Lab puppy whose family is moving away— without Honey! Will the Petersons end up keeping Honey? Or will Honey become a service dog and best pal for Noah, a talented artist who uses a wheelchair? One thing is for certain: puppy love is in the air!

Clifford’s First Valentine’s Day
978-0-545-20011-0
By Norman Bridwell

Clifford has always innocently gotten into trouble, even as a puppy! This time, he’s helping Emily Elizabeth make a special valentine for her grandma. When it comes time to mail it, Clifford falls into the mail cart and gets an unexpected behind-the-scenes tour of the Post Office!

One Heart
978-0-545-10757-0
By Maya Cocco-Leffler

It’s finally Valentine’s Day, and a kindergartner is eager to hand out the special valentines she’s made. Count along from 1 to 10 as she gives out hearts to everyone she loves!

Scholastic Reader Level 2: Ruby Bridges Goes to School: My True Story
978-0-545-10855-3
By Ruby Bridges

In 1960, six-year-old Ruby Bridges walked through an angry crowd and into a school where she changed history. This is the extraordinary true story of the little girl who helped shape our country when she became the first African American to attend an all-white school in New Orleans. With simple text and historical photographs, this easy reader explores an amazing moment in history and the courage of a young girl who stayed strong in the face of racism.

Hugaboo, I Love You!
978-0-545-11510-0
By Hans Wilhelm

If you were a little sheep,
you would get a WOOLLY hugaboo!
If you were a little porcupine,
you would get a PRICKLY hugaboo!
What kind of hugaboo do YOU want to get?
With flaps to lift on every spread and a special foldout bear hug to delight kids at book’s end.

Appleville Elementary #3: The 100th Day
978-0-545-11775-3
By Nancy Krulik

The 100th day of school is approaching, and every class at Appleville Elementary has to come up with 100 things to display in the allpurpose room. The kids in Miss Popper’s class decide that whoever can collect 100 of their own favourite things will represent the class. But when no one can gather 100 items on their own, the class decides to work together to reach their goal.

Scholastic Reader Level 1: I Spy I Love You
978-0-545-12513-0
Riddles by Jean Marzollo
Photographs by Walter Wick

Search-and-find fun from the bestselling author/ illustrator team Jean Marzollo and Walter Wick! All-new, easy-to-read riddles by Jean Marzollo are paired with fun photographs to create an easy reader that’s perfect for Valentine’s Day! Readers can search through ten intricate photos for candy, hearts, valentines, and more! With rhythm, rhyme, and picture clues, this book is written to support the newest reader!

How I Survived Middle School #11: With Upon a Star
978-0-545-13270-1
By Nancy Krulik

It’s time for the Joyce Kilmer Middle School annual winter dance. As part of the student council, Jenny and Addie are on the planning committee. What everyone is excited about is superstar pop singer Cody Tucker’s tour. It turns out Addie’s dad’s company is one of the tour sponsors, and Addie says she can get Cody to perform his new hit single at the dance. Suddenly, ticket sales skyrocket. There’s just one problem: Addie was totally bluffing. Now it’s up to sixth grade class president Jenny to help Addie save face—and the dance!

Rainbow Magic Special Edition: Juliet the Valentine Fairy
978-0-545-14886-3
By Daisy Meadows

Love is in the air! It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and it’s the Valentine Fairy’s job to make sure that everything goes smoothly. But leave it to Jack Frost and his goblins to get in the way. They’re determined to put a stop to all the lovey-dovey nonsense…even if it means ruining the holiday for everyone!

Classic Goosebumps #12: A Night in Terror Tower
978-0-545-15887-9
By R.L. Stein

Sue and her brother, Eddie, are visiting London when they run into a little problem. They can’t find their tour group. Still, there’s no reason to panic. There’s no way their tour guide would just leave them. All alone. In a gloomy old prison tower. No way they’d get locked inside. After dark. With those eerie sounds. And a strange dark figure who wants them…dead.

Sports Illustrated Kids Year in Sports 2009
978-0-545-16061-2

This must-have sports almanac will tell kids everything they want and need to know about the previous year in sports.

Dot and Dash: Find a Friend (Lift-the-Flap)
978-0-545-16663-8
By Emma Dodd

Dot and Dash are all ready to play—but where is their friend Small? The two friends go on a mission to find him: is he at Tall’s house? No. But Tall wants to help find him. Is he at Big’s house? No, but Big wants to help find him. Where is Small? Lift the flaps to find out!