$16.99

by Simon Basher

The numbers 1 to 20 have never been so creatively counted as in this companion to the critically acclaimed Basher: ABC Kids. Witty, rhythmic text and Basher's bold, appealing artwork highlight the gallery of unforgettable characters like two cheeky monkeys playing tennis, three messy piggies baking cakes, and five cool caterpillars who dance across the pages blowing bubbles. But there's learning that comes with all this fun-- each double-page spread features a number line from 1 to 20, which combines with the language to give children essential tools to learn how to count quickly and with confidence.
Recommended for ages 3-6.

What's green, and slithery, and smooth, and ...smart? My snake Blake, that's who! When my dad brought him home, he curved and twisted his body and spelled out "hello."And when my mom was worried he might bite, his response was "relax." This hilarious story about the friendship between a boy and his rather exceptional pet is brought to life by the simple yet delightful drawings of award-winning artist Serge Bloch.
Recommended for ages 2-6.

$4.99

by Nancy Krulik
and Aaron Blecha

The inimitable George is back, and this time he's going WILD in the wild! In the eighth book of Nancy Krulik's popular George Brown, Class Clown series, George Brown is going on his first camping trip with his scout troop. After a trial run with his dad in the backyard, George can't wait to head out into the wilderness. It doesn't take long, though, for the Super Burp to drown out the soothing sounds of babbling brooks and bird calls. Too bad there's no such thing as a bug spray for burps!
Recommended for ages 7-9.

$16.99

by Michael D. Beil
and Maggie Kneen

With their father en route to Africa for Doctors Without Borders, city kids Nicholas, Haley and Hetty are off to spend the summer with their Great Uncle Nick at his house on Forsaken Lake. Despite some initial doubts, Nicholas is right at home in the country: he learns to sail, learns about his father as a boy, and makes fast friends with a local-girl, the tomboy Charlie. The summer takes a turn toward the mysterious, though, when Nicholas discovers an unfinished movied that his father made as a boy, the story of a local legend, The Seaweed Strangler. Together, he and Charlie work to discover the truth, uncovering long-buried family secrets along the way.
Recommended for ages 10+.

$17.99

by Heather Brewer

Seventeen-year-old Kaya was born a Healer, but she wants to fight. In Tril and at Shadow Academy, where she is trained as a Healer, it is against protocol for Healers to fight. So Kaya must learn in secret. Enter two young men: One charming, rule-following Barron who becomes Bound to Kaya and whose life she must protect at all costs. And one with a mysterious past who seems bent on making Kaya's life impossible. Kaya asks both to train her, but only one will, and the consequences will change their lives forever. An action-packed, romance- filled thriller-- the first installment of the Legacy of Tril series, where one strong heroine must break the rules to claim her destiny and her heart.
Recommended for ages 14+.

$12.99

by Mark Fearing and Tim Rummel

When nine-year-old Bud accidentally catches the wrong bus and finds himself launched into a far-away galaxy, making friends is the least of his problems! At Cosmos Academy, Bud soon learns that Earthlings are the most feared creatures in the galaxy. With the help of his new friend, Gort, Bud hides his true identity and even learns to play anti-gravity Zero-Ball (when he's only ever been good at watching sports). But with nothing more than Gort's Blip- computer to locate Earth, Bud may be lost in space forever! Gripping and hilarious, this dynamic graphic novel is perfect for kids who crave adventure with a sense of humor.
Recommended for ages 8-12.

$16.99

by Richard Walker

An exciting and thought-provoking exploration of what human identity is at its most fundamental. Sweeping through biology, bio- technology, psychology, and a range of social themes--with room for the astonishing, surprising, and the bizarre--this book delves deep into our notions of who we are, and what an amazing species we have become. From how we learn language to how DNA studies inform ancient history, from why millions are spent on fighting aging to how emotions help us interpret our world, this book enlightens and informs in a fresh, engaging manner.
Recommended for ages 9-14.

$14.00

by Ernest Cline

It's the year 2044, and the real world is an ugly place Like most of humanity, Wade Watts escapes his grim surroundings by spending his waking hours jacked into the OASIS, a sprawling virtual utopia. But somewhere inside this giant networked playground, its creator has hidden a series of fiendish puzzles that will yield massive fortune--and remarkable power--to whomever can unlock them. For years, millions have struggled fruitlessly to attain this prize. Then Wade stumbles upon the first puzzle. Suddenly the whole world is watching, and thousands of competitors join the hunt-- some willing to commit very real murder to beat Wade to this prize. Now the only way for Wade to survive is to win. A world at stake. A quest for the ultimate prize. Are you ready?
Recommended for ages 18+.