Amy Tan

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Arizona

Struggling to regain her voice and express her true feelings to her husband, ghostwriter Ruth Young discovers that her inability to speak closely parallels the story of her mother LuLing's early life in China, where Ruth finds the famous bonesetter, a woman whose mouth was sealed shut during a suicide attempt.

The Bonesetter's Daughter

3ce04e45-9908-4162-a51b-799168e77087-1

Mitch Albom

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

A specially produced paperback edition -- with flaps -- of the phenomenal #1 New York Times bestseller, that has sold more than six million copies in hardcover Eddie is a grizzled war veteran who feels trapped in a meaningless life of fixing rides at a seaside amusement park. His days are a dull routine of work, loneliness, and regret. Then, on his 83rd birthday, Eddie dies in a tragic accident, trying to save a little girl from a falling cart. He awakens in the afterlife, where he learns that heaven is not a lush Garden of Eden, but a place where your earthly life is explained to you by five people. These people may have been loved ones or distant strangers. Yet each of them changed your path forever. One by one, Eddie's five people illuminate the unseen connections of his earthly life. As the story builds to its stunning conclusion, Eddie desperately seeks redemption in the still-unknown last act of his life: Was it a heroic success or a devastating failure The answer, which comes from the most unlikely of sources, is as inspirational as a glimpse of heaven itself. In The Five People You Meet in Heaven, Mitch Albom gives us an astoundingly original story that will change everything you've ever thought about the afterlife -- and the meaning of our lives here on earth. With a timeless tale, appealing to all, this is a book that readers of fine fiction, and those who loved Tuesdays with Morrie, will treasure.

The Five People You Meet in Heaven

f13a926b-4bb9-4123-86da-8b82e830a42d-1

Susan G. Wooldridge

Freeing Your Life with Words

Essays by the author offer a glimpse into the process of creating poetry

Poemcrazy

dd024c77-da81-4032-bf39-02a87f81856f-1

Gillian Flynn

A Novel

When a woman goes missing on her fifth wedding anniversary, her diary reveals hidden turmoil in her marriage, while her husband, desperate to clear himself of suspicion, realizes that something more disturbing than murder may have occurred.

Gone Girl

8f85af87-339a-487b-9400-6842909e5b1d-1

Liv Constantine

THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER AND A REESE WITHERSPOON HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB PICK "Will keep you up. In a 'can't put it down' way. It's 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' with XX chromosomes." --The Skimm "Deliciously duplicitous. . . . equally as twisty, spellbinding, and addictive as Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train." --Library Journal (starred review) Amber Patterson is fed up. She's tired of being a nobody: a plain, invisible woman who blends into the background. She deserves more--a life of money and power like the one blond-haired, blue-eyed goddess Daphne Parrish takes for granted. To everyone in the exclusive town of Bishops Harbor, Connecticut, Daphne--a socialite and philanthropist--and her real-estate mogul husband, Jackson, are a couple straight out of a fairy tale. Amber's envy could eat her alive . . . if she didn't have a plan. Amber uses Daphne's compassion and caring to insinuate herself into the family's life--the first step in a meticulous scheme to undermine her. Before long, Amber is Daphne's closest confidante, traveling to Europe with the Parrishes and their lovely young daughters, and growing closer to Jackson. But a skeleton from her past may undermine everything that Amber has worked towards, and if it is discovered, her well-laid plan may fall to pieces. With shocking turns and dark secrets that will keep you guessing until the very end, The Last Mrs. Parrish is a fresh, juicy, and utterly addictive thriller from a diabolically imaginative talent.

The Last Mrs. Parrish

aa0b8a7d-444c-459f-be8d-81ddae6de54c-1

Kimberly Ridley

You might walk right by a vernal pool and not notice it. Often mistaken for mere puddles in the woods, vernal pools are the source of life for many interesting creatures. These secret pools form every year when low places on the forest floor fill up with rain and melted snow. They soon become home to hatching wood frogs, spotted salamanders, and fairy shrimp. Even in late summer and fall, creatures such as turtles and snakes rely on these places for shelter and food.

The Secret Pool

3306cb89-d224-420c-8539-fd867d9830e9-0

Jenna Mueller

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Hansel and Gretel's stepmother is a real meanie. She makes them do chores and never lets them eat dessert. And then she ditches the kids and Clementine in the woods! The trio tries to find their way back, but they stumble upon a mysterious house made of sweets. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Hansel and Gretel

425d8f34-d2fe-4911-a1c8-9b18aefc5de5-0

Rebecca Stead

EIGHT STARRED REVIEWS! The reassuring book kids and families need right now.

"An absolute original . . . a story that kids will love." --R. J. Palacio, bestselling author of Wonder

At a time when everything is changing for Bea and her family, the important things will always stay the same. A soon-to-be classic by the Newbery Award-winning author of When You Reach Me.

After her parents' divorce, Bea's life became different in many ways. But she can always look back at the list she keeps in her green notebook to remember the things that will stay the same. The first and most important: Mom and Dad will always love Bea, and each other.

When Dad tells Bea that he and his boyfriend, Jesse, are getting married, Bea is thrilled. Bea loves Jesse, and when he and Dad get married, she'll finally (finally!) have what she's always wanted--a sister. Even though she's never met Jesse's daughter, Sonia, Bea is sure that they'll be "just like sisters anywhere."

As the wedding day approaches, Bea will learn that making a new family brings questions, surprises, and joy, and readers will discover why the New York Times called Rebecca Stead a "writer of great feeling."

"An undeniably beautiful book." --The New York Times

"No author writing today observes young lives with more clarity, tenderness, and grace." --Newbery Medalist Katherine Applegate, author of The One and Only Ivan

"Stead truly understands the inner life of kids." --Newbery Medalist Erin Entrada Kelly, author of Hello, Universe and You Go First

The List of Things That Will Not Change

716200cb-9de8-480d-9fbd-ec066b63b5c6-1

Madeleine L'Engle

A Wrinkle in Time Movie Tie-In Edition

844241c5-4db7-49ae-a613-b5f13305efbc-1

Leigh Luna

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

Meet Clementine Fox, Professional Amateur Adventurer! Clementine is supposed to be on her way to school... but why not head out for a day of adventure and exploration instead? She recruits her friends Nubbins Squirrel and Penelope Rabbit and goes to the beach, where Jesse Otter is preparing to take a giant Turtle to the mysterious local island. Clementine's great-aunt Marnie lives there -- away from any math tutors or tests -- so Clementine and her friends hitch a ride to the island as stowaways. What could go wrong? This is Leigh Luna's funny and charming debut graphic novel about a group of young animals who set out on an adventure and learn the true value of friendship, family, and what it means to stick together and work things out!

Clementine Fox and the Great Island Adventure: a Graphic Novel (Clementine Fox #1)

da230edd-3b9f-4305-b961-a2dd84beafc6-0

Thea Stilton

Join Thea Stilton in this new full-colour, fast-paced adventure! While the Thea Sisters are on a tropical vacation in the Bahamas, they find an old pirate map! Could it lead to treasure? That's a question the five mice are eager to answer! They venture onto the sparkling Caribbean Sea to follow the map. It's a dazzling adventure!

Thea Stilton and the Tropical Treasure

5dfc5f07-35c5-4ad7-94e8-1861517e7752-1

Suzanne Collins

After his little sister is kidnapped and taken away to the Underground, Gregor's pledge to never return there is quickly broken in order to track down the rat, Bane, and find his sibling with the help of his old friend Ares and princess Luxa. Reprint.

Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane

3e28aa06-e93c-45e3-b0f3-3434b5018d9b-1

Brian Williams

Roderick Gordon

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

A follow-up to Deeper finds Will and Chester hitting the bottom of the subterranean Pore only to find themselves in a realm of near-zero gravity filled with screeching carnivorous creatures. Reprint. Movie tie-in.

Freefall

ac8116c7-35f5-45da-950d-294a679c3fd7-1

"Begins with a bang and the pace never falters."*

At long last reunited with his dad, Will now spends his days exploring the land of the "second sun," decoding the cryptic glyphs on its three mysterious temples -- or eyeing the wild animals with renegade girl Elliott.

But an army of darkness is on the march. And the ruthless Rebeccas have once more cheated death. With a corps of cold-blooded Limiters at their command, they're determined to hunt Will to the bitter innards of the earth.

Closer to victory, or closer to death? This time, who won't escape with their life?

The fourth book in the New York Times Bestselling TUNNELS series.

Closer

0928c7c8-e115-4eea-8196-8beca906f2ae-1

Holt, Rinehart and Winston Staff

Includes: an introduction to the genre of science fiction -- stories relating to the various areas of science by leading authors in the field -- Bibliographical information on authors -- References for additional reading -- Critical thinking questions.

Anthology of Science Fiction

f6cc8f19-ba36-4018-96f0-41159f8c9178-1

Sherrill B. Flora

English

Exploring Letter-Sound Relationships Within Meaningful Content

Facilitate a love of language in students in grades 1–2 with Little Books of Blends and Digraphs! This 64-page book includes 31 eight-page reproducible stories. These humorous, predictable stories cover 20 beginning blends, 7 final blends, and 4 digraphs. The book includes word lists, pre- and post-reading activities, and language arts activities for each story. The book also supports NCTE and NAEYC standards.

Blends and Digraphs, Grades 1 - 2

b80f1da6-f44f-47b4-b83f-e1da2f571fc2-0

Tom Schimmer

Bringing Accuracy to Student Assessment Through a Standards-Based Mindset

The time for grading reform is now. While the transition to standards-based practices may be challenging, it is essential for effective instruction and assessment. In this practical guide, the author outlines specific steps your team can take to transform grading and reporting schoolwide. Each chapter includes examples of grading dilemmas, vignettes from teachers and administrators, and ideas for bringing parents on board with change.

Grading from the Inside Out

457674e3-975b-4ef4-b574-b239617513ab-1

James T. Webb

Arlene R. DeVries

Electives

The SENG Model

This manual provides essential information for persons wishing to conduct SENG Model parent groups. ho should receive SENG Training? Persons with some knowledge of gifted children who want to facilitate parent groups in an encouraging, non-confrontational style. GT Coordinators; Teachers; Counselors; Parents; Social workers; Psychologists.

Gifted Parent Groups

b934f9dc-bd3a-419b-902e-364f1f234079-0

A book for writing, thinking and learning

Write Source

H. A. Rey

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

There's always time for storytime with this treasury of thirteen Curious George adventures--each story can be read aloud in under five minutes!



Curious George is fascinated by the world around him and loves having new experiences. March in a parade, take a ride in a rocket ship, and throw a surprise party with George--plus so much more. A padded cover and foil accents make this book perfect for gifting. And since each story offers a quick moment for reading and connection, this book is just right for bedtime, storytime, any time kids are feeling curious.

Curious George's 5-Minute Stories

c012bfe5-ca48-44b3-a666-7d5ac0d57dc2-1

Yann Martel

Life of Pi

80ebbbbb-da05-4a22-a9c3-ad1fcb2e5da7-1

Alice Sebold

The spirit of fourteen-year-old Susie Salmon describes her murder, her surprise at her new home in heaven, and her witness to her family's grief, efforts to find the killer, and attempts to come to terms with what has happened. A first novel. Reprint. 50,000 first printing.

The Lovely Bones

f58c9251-626c-4067-b59d-a81a9d9bdaf1-1

Anchee Min

In a sweeping, erotically charged story that moves gracefully from the intimately personal to the great stage of world history, Anchee Min renders a powerful tale of passion, betrayal, and survival and creates a finely nuanced and always ambiguous portrait of one of the most fascinating, and vilified, women of the twentieth century.
Madame Mao is almost universally known as the "white-boned demon" -- ambitious, vindictive, and cruel -- whose bid to succeed her husband led to the death of millions. But Min's story begins with a young girl named Yunhe, the unwanted daughter of a concubine who ignored her mother's pleas and refused to have her feet bound. It was the first act of rebellion for this headstrong, beautiful, and charismatic girl. She later fled the miseries of her family life, first to a provincial opera troupe, then to Shanghai and fame as an actress, and finally to the arid, mountainous regions of Yenan, where she fell in love with and married Mao Zedong. The great revolutionary leader proved to be an inattentive husband with a voracious appetite for infidelity, but the couple stayed together through the Communist victory, the disastrous Great Leap Forward, and the chaos of the Cultural Revolution.
Min uses the facts of history and her lush, penetrating psychological imagination to take us beyond the myth of the person who so greatly influenced an entire generation of Chinese. The result is a complex portrait of a woman who railed against the confines of her culture, whose deep-seated insecurities propelled her to reinvent herself constantly, and whose ambition was matched only by her ferocious, never-to-be-fulfilled need to be loved. A daring narrative with all the compressed drama and high lyrical poetry of great opera, BECOMING MADAME MAO is the most ambitious and provocative work of Anchee Min's career.

Becoming Madame Mao

2a30b410-5f7e-4410-9916-c10ff40e7ea4-1

J. R. R. Tolkien

Presents the epic depicting the Great War of the Ring, a struggle between good and evil in Middle Earth.

The Lord of the Rings

e224f035-84f5-4ea6-a69b-86d8e8615244-1

GayleTheAvidReader

Browse by categories