Brandon's Published Books

Examines 12 of the most frightening alien encounters. Each spread provides information about a mysterious alien event and its origins paired with interesting sidebars and questions to consider.

Introduces readers to inspiring immigrants whose entertainment contributions made our country great. From England's John Lennon who changed rock and roll music forever, to Mexico's Salma Hayek whose talents go beyond the camera, to South Africa's Trevor Noah who made his mark as comedian and late night TV host, each profile is presented in a clear, historical context with an emphasis on their legacies.

Describes twelve of the most famous unsolved mysteries in history, from the disappearance of the Roanoke settlers to the escape from Alcatraz.

In Alan Plays Ball, beginning readers learn about the many sounds and functions of the vowel A in a fun decodable sports story. Watch as Alan tries all kinds of sports, including baseball, soccer, basketball, tennis, and hockey. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience and will enhance language arts, decodables, and phonics concepts. Supplementary back matter helps readers review the story, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Alan Plays Ball also features reading tips for teachers and parents and a table of contents. Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun fiction for emerging readers. Alan Plays Ball is part of Jump!’s Vowel Adventures series.

Bacterial infections are a constant threat to human health. Antibiotics stop a bacterial infection from multiplying. They help treat pneumonia, strep throat, and many other infections. But before antibiotics, treatments for these diseases were limited or misguided. 

In 1929, the accidental discovery of the first antibiotic, a bacteria-killing liquid called penicillin, kicked off a medical revolution. The use of this new treatment has saved countless lives from World War II soldiers and to modern hospital patients. Explore current issues in antibiotics and the best ways to fight bacteria in this graphic history.

Archie is traveling with his uncle Harold, a member of an entertainment revue hired by the renovated Dawson City Theatre, to perform for the Yukon gold rushers. While there, Harold befriends an older gentleman, Montgomery Wycroft, who is in the area panning for gold. Archie and his uncle opt to stay behind in Dawson City, joining Monty on his dangerous quest for gold, battling with both greedy gold-seekers and the unforgiving Canadian terrain. Will Archie and his uncle strike gold, or will they find something more valuable?

In 1973 two of the world's most famous tennis stars took part in what became known as the "Battle of the Sexes." Bobby Riggs embraced the idea that men were superior to women in every way and claimed that he would defeat any woman on the tennis court. Meanwhile, Billie Jean King was determined to beat him. She knew she could win and prove that women were as just good as men. Readers will get a courtside seat and watch as Billie Jean King proves that women and girls everywhere deserve respect and equality at one of the most important moments in sports history.

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The reports keep coming in. Giant footprints are found in Washington state. A hairy, smelly creature is spotted in Florida. A huge apelike beast is seen in the Himalaya Mountains. Is this evidence of the legendary Bigfoot monster? It’s up to YOU to find out! With dozens of choices, follow the clues to the end. Which path will YOU CHOOSE to discover the truth?

Reports are pouring in from around the world. A fishing crew claims a giant squid is lurking off the coast of Norway. A huge, snakelike sea serpent was spotted in the Mediterranean Sea. Far out in the Pacific Ocean there are reports of the biggest shark ever seen. Are these reports evidence of the legendary Kraken and other sea monsters of old? It’s up to YOU to find out! With dozens of choices, you can follow the clues to the end. Which path will YOU CHOOSE to discover the truth?

New evidence keeps coming in. A grainy photo appears to show Scotland’s famous Loch Ness monster. A blurry video seems to show a similar beast in New York state. A report from Africa mentions yet another lake monster. Does this evidence prove that stories about legendary lake monsters around the world are real? It’s up to YOU to find out! With dozens of choices, you can follow the clues to the end. Which path will YOU CHOOSE to discover the truth?

In Puerto Rico, several people report seeing a scary creature with spines and glowing red eyes. In Argentina, a farmer discovers his animals are dead and the blood drained from their bodies. In Texas, a rancher spots a mysterious coyote-like beast in the distance. Does this evidence point to the elusive Chupacabra monster? It’s up to YOU to find out! With dozens of choices, you can follow the clues to the end. Which path will YOU CHOOSE to discover the truth?

When the legendary Babe Ruth strode to the plate in Game 3 of the 1932 World Series, the game was tied 4-4 in the fifth inning. After taking two strikes, Ruth cemented his place in baseball history. He first pointed toward the outfield, and then slammed a monster home run on the very next pitch. It is a moment that has lived in baseball lore ever since. Readers will get an up-close look at one of baseball's most iconic moments and learn about the controversy surrounding the truth of Babe Ruth's famous called-shot homer.

The small town of Hamlein is peaceful and…well, pretty boring. Nothing exciting ever happens. That is, until the day an alien spaceship lands in the town square! But the critters on board are more adorable than evil, and everyone in the town is instantly enamored by them. Only Dr. Polly Piper and 12-year-old twins Tommy and Gerta Friedrichs think there’s more to the alien visitors than meets the eye. Will the twins, Dr. Piper, and her pet pig Hamish be able to prove that the cute creatures are actually bent on taking over the town? Or will the aliens overtake the quiet town of Hamlein in their quest for world domination?

In this fun and quirky chapter book filled with humor, Sam helps Drake keep an important secret: Drake isn’t just a movie star; he’s also a vampire.

It’s not easy being best friends with Drake Bacula. Just ask Sam Russell. Drake is a movie star, and that’s cool. He’s also really nice and is adored by fans everywhere. But Drake has a secret. He doesn’t just play a vampire in his films. He is a vampire—for real! If his fans knew, they wouldn’t like Drake anymore. In fact, they would be afraid of him.

Sam is the only person who knows Drake’s secret. At least, he was until he accidentally told Hawk Hooperstein. Now Hawk wants to reveal Drake’s secret. Sam must keep Hawk from getting any proof about Drake. That’s difficult enough, but with Drake’s co-star Gretchen Parker hanging around, Sam has no choice but to trick her. When Sam crosses the line between keeping an important secret and telling harmful lies, he risks losing his friends—and leading all of them into a dangerous trap.

Will Sam keep Gretchen from learning Drake’s secret? Can Sam stop Hawk from getting proof? Find out in Drake Bacula: Lies, Camera, Action!

A father goes missing. A deadly storm leaves a trail of destruction. A teenage girl is stricken by a mysterious disease. What do these events have in common, and why do they seem connected to Art and Mina? The best friends are determined to find answers, even if no one else believes a pattern exists. Yet as the mystery begins to unfold, evidence points toward one terrible conclusion. Are the teenagers willing to believe it? And if they do, how can their small band of friends hope to survive against an immortal evil?

Dracula, the Eternal brings Bram Stoker’s horror novel to life for a new generation of readers. Inspired by the original work of classic literature, acclaimed authors Brandon Terrell and Ryan Jacobson put a modern spin on the vampire story to create a suspenseful supernatural thriller. Read the story and rediscover its timeless characters, from Count Dracula to Renfield to Abraham Van Helsing.

Max Owens is Brooklyn's biggest baseball fan. On his birthday, September 28, 1955, Max's grandpa gives him the greatest gift of all: World Series tickets. During the game, Max watches his favorite Dodger player, Jackie Robinson, play against the New York Yankees. Although the Dodgers lose, Max gets to meet Jackie and learn the lesson of a lifetime.

In Eve Eats Everything, beginning readers learn about the many sounds and functions of the vowel E in a fun decodable story. Watch as Eve and her stepdad, Ed, grocery shop and imagine eating many delicious foods. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience and will enhance language arts, decodables, and phonics concepts. Supplementary back matter helps readers review the story, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Eve Eats Everything also features reading tips for teachers and parents and a table of contents. Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun fiction for emerging readers. Eve Eats Everything is part of Jump!’s Vowel Adventures series.

Time to get on the soccer field! Your team is up against a mighty opponent, and your choices can mean the difference between a triumphant victory and a heartbreaking loss. Will you charge up the field with the ball yourself or pass it? Will you jump up for the header or hold off? Try to block the kick or let your goalie go for the save? The pressure is on. Do you have what it takes to lead your team to the big win?

It is the basketball championship game and the reader's choices can mean the difference between a triumphant victory and a heartbreaking loss.

After being thrown out at home plate, Ben Mason visits a used sporting goods store to find different cleats and gets a lesson on the Man of Steal, Ricky Henderson.

Annie Roger would like to prove that girls can be just as good basketball players as boys, and what she learns about Nancy Lieberman at a used sporting goods store may be just what she needs to inspire her and her friends to become champions.

Logan is worried about trying out for the Grizzlies soccer team, so he heads down to Sals Used Sporting Goods. He picks up a new soccer ball and learns about another player who struggled at first, David Beckham. Can Logan get his game on before his teammates turn against him?

Reduced to being a backup on his football team, Gabe is suddenly thrust into a starting role when the first-string running back gets hurt, but Gabe is worried that he is too small to be successful.

"Ben Mason has always been the star player on East Grover Lake boys' basketball team. But when a new transfer student takes away the spotlight, Ben is frustrated with his role on the team. After a visit from Sal, owner of Sal's Used Sporting Goods, he learns about John Stockton, the NBA's all-time assist leader. Will Ben learn the true meaning of leadership?"--Back cover.

Annie Roger owes her success as a goalie on the girls' hockey team to her keen eyesight, so when her eye doctor tells her she needs glasses, she is dismayed and loses all her confidence.

On a class ski trip, Gabe Santiago learns that he is a natural on the slopes. When Eliza, a girl he has a crush on, asks Gabe to join the Grover Lake ski team with her, he quickly says yes, although he's never skied slalom before. Then he is given a pairof goggles once worn by Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller. Will they prove to be Gabe's lucky charm?

You’re the Main Character. You Make the Choices.

Can You Survive?

The ancient Greek goddess Hera is out to destroy you. Your only hope is to gain immortality, which can be done by completing twelve perilous labors. You are the mighty hero Hercules. You must use your own super-strength to defeat the many-headed Hydra, to escape from an angry giant, and to complete ten other amazing feats.

Greek Mythology’s Twelve Labors of Hercules is one of the most thrilling myths for kids. The superhero survival story puts readers in control of the action. Do you have the power and the cunning to succeed? Or will your battles with mythical creatures lead to your doom? Step into this adventure, and choose your path. But choose wisely, or else! 

Interactive books for kids are more popular than ever. Create your own adventure with the Can You Survive? book series for boys and girls.

Looking for some new skills for the pitcher's mound, Logan Parrish visits Sal's Used Sporting Goods, where he meets a former minor league pitcher.

Explore the secrets of Area 51, one of the most mysterious places in the United States. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, an informational diagram, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Choo Choo Bob is comin' round the bend! Choo Choo Bob is bringin' all his friends! 

Hey there, engineers! It's your favorite trainiac, Choo Choo Bob. The book you hold in your hands is a super-cool adventure that features me and all of my very best Bobville friends. Join us as we learn about our favorite thing in the whole wide world: trains!

See how the President and other precious cargo is protected when the 'Flying White House' takes to the sky. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, an informational diagram, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Dessa's life is changing...mostly because the life of her best friend, Kat, is changing. Kat has started dating a girl, Arwen, and she's trying to keep it on the down-low. Dessa is happy to keep the secret, but she starts hanging out with Kat's theater friends, hoping to learn more about Kat's new relationship. 
Everything's going great until Dessa accidentally lets Kat's secret slip. Some other students quickly make Kat a target—and Dessa takes steps to defend her friend that leave her suspended. Suddenly Dessa has to find ways to support her friend—and rebuild Kat's trust—while keeping off of school grounds.

In Ivan in the City, beginning readers learn about the many sounds and functions of the vowel I in a fun decodable story. Watch as Ivan and his big sister, Ivy, walk around their city and take in the sights and sounds. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience and will enhance language arts, decodables, and phonics concepts. Supplementary back matter helps readers review the story, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Ivan in the City also features reading tips for teachers and parents and a table of contents. Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun fiction for emerging readers. Ivan in the City is part of Jump!’s Vowel Adventures series.

Your land is ruled by villains. The law works against good people, forcing heroes to live as criminals. Someone must put a stop to this: you. Escape into Sherwood Forest, and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime. Do you have what it takes to defeat the evil Sheriff of Nottingham? Or will his army of soldiers thwart your noble plans? Step into this adventure, and choose your path. But choose wisely, or else! Interactive books for kids are more popular than ever. Create your own adventure with the Can You Survive? book series for boys and girls.

Hollywood. The 1950's. A time of turbulence in a blacklisted city, where paranoia and deceit are as easy to find as a red-carpet premeire. Somewhere in the shadows of the city, a homicidal hypnotist gathers about him the rejected, molding them into a cult of killers intent on exacting his revenge. Sophia St. Claire, an ex-starlet of B-movie fame, wants nothing more that to hide from the limelight. But after a visit from the mysterious magician, Manos, she finds herself thrust into an adventure alongside her father, special effects wizard Pierce Jackson, and Bruno Barnsworth, a carnival stuntman with nothing to lose Together, they alone can put a stop to the cult's plans, and take on the crazed villain known as The Father. Horrrowood collects the critically-acclaimed miniseries for the first titme in its entirety.

When new-kid Jose moves into the neighborhood, BMX scaredy-cat Cam Dexter makes a new friend. But will Jose's daring ways put this dynamic duo in the kind of danger that isn't safe? Whether he wants to or not, Cam will soon find out.

Seventh grader Ian Shin loves his baseball team  they're like a family. So when Ian's dad's valuable signed baseball goes missing after a team sleepover, he can't believe it. The culprit could only be the pitcher, Hunter Yates. Not only is he new, but he has a brand new glove at practice the next day. The big game is coming up, but can Ian trust his teammates and work together to bring the team a win?

Ben is the son of the head groundskeeper at Strongwood, the swankiest golf club around. When entered in a tournament at Strongwood by his wild sidekick, Javi, Ben worries that the competition might be too rich for him. Can he find a way to calm his nerves and straighten out his embarrassing slice or will he forever be too shabby for this type of competition?

Caleb is a young baseball player who’s struggling to come out of his shell on a team run by a no-nonsense coach. When Caleb’s family agrees to host Ricky, a 19-year-old ballplayer from the Dominican Republic, at their home for the summer while he plays on a local independent team, Caleb begins to rediscover the fun side of the game. Will Caleb, with Ricky by his side, find a way to let his colors fly?

Oliver Jeffries is used to moving around. His dad is in the Army, and moving is just part of life. But it finally looks like they'll be staying in one place, and Oliver decides to join Jackson Middle School's football team. Things couldn't be going better: he's the starting wide receiver, his team is undefeated, and he's actually starting to make friends. But when Oliver gets word that his family needs to move again, he's about to lose it all. Does he have the heart to lead his team to victory in one final game?

Mike Gordon loves a good thrill. And he's not afraid to break the rules to get one. But when Mike goes too far, a friend steers him in the right direction: up. Rock climbing gives Mike all the excitement he needs. But when things get tough, will Mike fall back into his old habits?

Kaleb has always looked up to his older stepbrother and Army Reserve, Luke, both on the slopes and off. So when Luke is deployed overseas, Kaleb is proud of him but worried. When Luke is injured and sent home, Kaleb starts feeling reckless, and his decisions on the trails might be just as dangerous as the reality that Luke faces. Can Kaleb rein in his anger and dominate the slopes in honor of his snowboard hero?

Skating friends Griff and Annika are psyched when local skateboarding idol Scottie Devine sponsors a contest. But when Griff comes up a winner, it threatens his and Annika’s friendship, which is one of the things about skating that Griff values most.

Simon Wahlberg eats, sleeps, and breathes hockey. When his family moves to the town of Edgewater, known for its elite high school hockey team, Simon tries out for the squad. Even though he's only in eighth grade, he lands a spot on the roster. But playing hockey for Edgewater isn't easy. Every player is bigger, stronger, and faster than Simon. If Simon is going to keep up, he will have to push himself further than he ever has before. But soon his grades begin to slide, and Simon starts to question if hockey is the right choice for him. Can Simon find a way to do it all?

Diego ""Clutch"" Rivera became the school's hero when he made the game-winning hook shot to take home last season's championship trophy. With the new season beginning, expectations are high that ""Clutch"" will lead the basketball team to another title. But when his trademark hook shot clanks off the rim, Diego's world crashes back to reality. He's stuck in a slump, and the only way to work out his problems is to draw out his thoughts and feelings in his sketchbook. Will Diego be able to get his head back in the game and help his team win another championship? Combining a high-stakes sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes and struggling readers alike.

Alex has to choose right from wrong and stand up to his best friend when the new kid in town is bullied for being poor and for jealousy about his great moves on the slopes.

Baxter Reilly has always felt at home in the water. And the school swim team has been his place of refuge, especially over the past few months. Baxter's parents have separated, and his father is now living in a rundown apartment. Instead of dealing with his home life, Baxter has devoted himself to the swim team as the anchor of their 4x400 freestyle. But how can he anchor a team when his life is so adrift?

Payton Park is a snowboarding artist. He's wowed many crowds with his incredible half-pipe stunts. But during a major competition, he falls hard while trying to pull off his biggest trick yet. Unfortunately, his main rival recorded his wipeout and put it on the Internet for all to see. Now the embarrassing moment keeps replaying in his mind. It's messing with his concentration and he can't seem to land any of his tricks. Can Park shake off his fears in time to nail his special move at the next big event? Combining a high-stakes sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes and struggling readers alike.

Gus Charles is a dreamer. He dreams of catching the winning touchdown in the big game. He dreams of being as popular as the team quarterback, and of smooth talking with the girls in his school. But in reality Gus is an oversized, third-string receiver who rides the pine more than running routes on the field. However, with the homecoming game fast approaching, Gus is determined to show his teammates that his size won't keep him from living out his dreams. Combining a high-stakes sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes and struggling readers alike.

Jackson "Jax" Kingsford is a skilled hockey player with a wicked slapshot. When his team makes it to the state hockey tournament, he can't believe that he has to play against his former best friend, Archer Voss. The two were once inseparable and loved playing hockey together, both in Jax's backyard and on the school's hockey team. But then Archer's family had to move, splitting up the team and causing a fall out in their friendship. What will happen when the former friends face off against each other in the big game? Combining a high-stakes sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes and struggling readers alike.

New-kid Javier Moreno makes a big splash on the soccer field when a video of his amazing goal goes viral. But now the fame is going to his head, and he's hogging the ball and showing off. Will Javi's solo act ruin the team's chances at making the state championship? Dynamic full-color comic artwork sets the stage for this exciting Jake Maddox Graphic Novel, a winning choice for any young reader.

Nelson Greenwood loves BMX racing, almost as much as he loves to draw superheroes. The hero of his own comic book, Major Speed, isn't afraid of anything, much like Nelson's twin brother Nick. Nelson looks up to Nick and his mad BMX skills. But when a rough crash keeps Nick out of the BMX-Treme Competition, he suggests that Nelson take his place. However, Nelson doesn't think he has what it takes to compete against the best racers in the city - especially Nick's nemesis, Cain Otto. Can Nelson shift gears and muster the courage and strength of Major Speed to compete in the race? Combining a high-stakes sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes and struggling readers alike.

Benji Krueger loves playing hockey with his friends at his home on Prairie Lake. But Benji's heart is broken when his parents announce that they're having a baby and the family will have to move. To make matters worse, his older sister, Raina, is a skilled hockey player and loves to embarrass Benji on the ice. When Benji learns about a pond hockey tournament by his house, he rallies his friends to take on his sister's team. Will Benji finally defeat his sister on their own home ice and learn to have confidence in his own abilities?

Hank Watson enjoys helping his basketball team win big games. However, his true passion is cooking. Hank doesn't tell his team that he likes to cook because he's afraid they'll make fun of him. When an opportunity arises to meet celebrity chef Brenton Spooner, Hank jumps at the chance. But while practicing a difficult dish to impress his idol, he accidentally burns his hand. The injury isn't serious, but it affects his performance both on the court and in the kitchen. Despite the setback, Hank is determined to help his team achieve victory in the big game and meet his cooking hero in the process.

Star quarterback Alex has always played football with his best friend, Oscar. But when Oscar suddenly quits the team to join the school play, Alex feels blindsided and betrayed. Now pressure is mounting on and off the field. Can the two boys ever recover from their friendship fumble? Young readers will love the exciting football story and the electrifying full-color comic format in this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel.

Andre Makuza is excited for another championship season with his middle school summer soccer team. But a new coach is taking over, his unusual training methods have the team feeling frustrated. Will the coachs oddball ways ever lead to victory, or is the soccer switch too much for Andrea and his teammates to handle? Combining high-stakes sports stories, dynamic full-color comics, and a variety of back matter support materials designed to encourage critical thinking and comprehension, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes, sports enthusiasts, and reluctant and struggling readers alike.

Eleven-year-old twins Lila and Max are leaving Earth to reunite with their parents on Mars. It's nearly fifty years in the future, and the Earth is dying. The damages caused by global warming are too severe to repair. So six years ago, the twin's parents were sent to the red planet on a special mission to make the land and environment habitable. Now it's time for civilians to join the scientists, and Lila and Max are among those chosen. Will they survive the trying journey through space, and can Mars truly become humanity's new home planet? Riveting and action-packed, this speculative novel imagines the history of tomorrow as the people of Earth look to the stars in the hope of survival.

Adnan Zakaria's family recently fled Syria and resettled in America. Adnan feels like a stranger in a strange land. He's lonely and homesick. The one thing that gives him comfort is his best friend's skateboard that he brought with him from Syria. As Adnan navigates his new community, he bonds with new friends at a local skatepark. But he also faces adversity in the form of local troublemaker Mike Proctor. After Adnan loses his precious skateboard one evening, he learns that Mike Proctor has it and won't give it up without a challenge. Will Adnan be able to out-skate his foe and reclaim his board? And will the two boys learn to respect one another, in spite of their differences? Combining a high-stakes sports story with a dynamic full-color comic format, this Jake Maddox Graphic Novel is sure to be a win for young athletes and struggling readers alike.

For as long as he can remember, Hal Crabtree's family has owned Limbo's Diner. The patrons of Limbo's are unique--they are dead, waiting for their final judgment. When Hal's classmate Gwen shows up at the diner, Hal is determined to solve the mystery of her death. If he fails, the diner's about to get full real quick.

For centuries, people misunderstood how the heart works. As our knowledge grew, heart surgery remained a dangerous medical procedure. Even after organ transplants become common, surgeons struggled to transplant hearts and keep patients alive. But small groups of pioneering doctors attempted this difficult surgery, changing the lives of patients.

This graphic history traces their leap forward and the medical world's newest advancements in heart-health technology. Learn about innovations such as artificial hearts and 3D printed living tissue.

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers learn about the history of the U.S Marine Force Recon, how the soldiers train, and how their missions save lives. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, an introductory fast-fact section, fact-filled captions and callouts, a glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Simon Wahlberg eats, sleeps, and breathes hockey. When his family moves to the town of Edgewater, known for its elite high school hockey team, Simon tries out for the squad. Even though he's only in eighth grade, he lands a spot on the roster. But playing hockey for Edgewater isn't easy. Every player is bigger, stronger, and faster than Simon. If Simon is going to keep up, he will have to push himself further than he ever has before. But soon his grades begin to slide, and Simon starts to question if hockey is the right choice for him. Can Simon find a way to do it all?

The game is on at the International TWIST competition! Finalists from around the world have gathered to match wits at the competition's remote lake camp in Ontario, Canada. One night the lead player, Reza Amari, tells a spooky campfire story about a monster and a man who disappears, leaving behind only a set of shrinking footprints in the mud. All the campers love the creepy story and are still talking about it the next morning—until they find out that Reza has vanished! Now it's up to Lola Evans and Mateo Rivera investigate. What happened to Reza? And what was making that scary howling sound in the middle of the night? Follow along as Lola and Mateo work together to face their fears, track down the clues, and find out the truth behind The Incredible Shrinking Horror!

Malik Jackson has never told anyone about his terror of the dark. When his friend Ian dares him to join a ghost-hunting mission in an abandoned mansion, Malik is afraid he'll be laughed at if he backs down. Especially since the girl he likes is part of the crew. Malik tells him himself that if he stays in lighted rooms, if the flashlights have enough batteries, if the power doesn't go out, he should be fine. Right? Darkness is bad enough, but what about those things inside the dark . . . things worse than Malik ever imagined!

Earth is home to trillions of germs. But for most of human history, people didn't know germs existed! Healers of the past had different ideas about illnesses and their cures. They blamed illnesses on other causes and sometimes tried dangerous treatments.

The invention of tools such as the microscope changed everything, allowing doctors and scientists to see germs and study their effects. This vivid graphic history profiles the people who helped discover germs. Discover the ongoing breakthroughs in research―and germs' surprising benefits for safety and sustainable energy.

Through narrative nonfiction text, readers learn about the history of the U.S Green Berets, how the soldiers train, and how their missions save lives. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, an introductory fast-fact section, fact-filled captions and callouts, a glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Simone Yang is afraid of heights. Like, REALLY afraid of heights. Even flying alone on an airplane to visit her grandma for the summer freaks her out. So when a creepy old broken-down carnival comes to town, only the idea of impressing her new friends is enough to get Simone to ride the Ferris wheel. But as the ride creaks slowly toward the sky, can Simone keep her cool, or is her worst fear about to come true?

Callie and Martina are two mice with almost nothing in common. Callie is a punk rock star in the big city who could use a little peace and quiet. Martina is a singing farm mouse with dreams of making it in the big city. When they both show up at the Battle of the Bands, Callie and Mel get a taste of what the other has to offer. But is living another mouse’s life really all it’s cracked up to be? In this Far Out Fables adventure, Aesop's “The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse” is retold with a modern twist to create an exciting graphic novel for kids!

Jake Prescott thinks he's finally in luck when magician Augustus Towers asks him to be his assistant. Jake's an amateur magician, and Augustus might be the perfect person to help him make it big. But Jake can't shake the creepy feeling he gets when he visits Augustus's performance space. Can it be true that The Marvelous Melbourne haunts the theater? And did he really die inside the Spirit Cabinet--the box Jake ends up trapped inside during Towers' stage premiere? For whatever reason, Jake can't breathe in there...

Narrates how police dogs are trained and offers real-life examples of the dogs in action. Additional features include a table of contents, a bullet-point summary of the job, questions to spark critical thinking, a selected bibliography, sources to guide further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index.

Something strange is happening at the Fleischman Middle School Theater. During the drama team's play practices, lights are flickering, sets and props fall over, and strange sounds are heard. Some people think the theater is haunted by a ghost. But when things start getting dangerous, the Snoops, Inc. team decides to find out what's really going on. Will the kid detectives be able to solve the case? Featuring a diverse cast of inner-city youth, this Snoops, Inc. mystery will be sure to keep struggling readers turning the page to find out!

Mr. Alestair Miller, the owner of Miller and Sons Auto Emporium, has died. His oldest son inherited his father’s auto shop. The middle son received his valuable collection of antique automobiles. And his youngest son, Hank, was given his father’s old motocross bike and gear and his pet cat, Gus. Hank is a talented mechanic, but he has a disabled leg and doesn’t like cats. How would his father expect him to ride motocross? And what is he supposed to do with Gus? But Hank shouldn’t worry. Gus has a plan! When the two are alone, Hank finds that Gus can SPEAK! Not only that, but with a special pair of motocross boots, Gus can shapeshift into one of the top motocross racers in the world! After facing off in some tense head-to-head competitions, Hank learns that his inheritance is actually the best of all three brothers.

Seventeen-year-old Ben Kirby accepts an offer from Second Chance Delivery to send an object and a letter to his past self, using this opportunity to prevent his father's fatal car accident and change his future.

Champ is gone! The new Fleischman Middle School bulldog mascot has gone missing, and nobody knows where he is. Some people think he was dognapped by one of the school's rival teams. But the clues don't add up. It's up to the Snoops, Inc. team to track down the missing mascot and return him in time for the big game. Will the kid detectives find out who took Champ and why? Featuring a diverse cast of inner-city youth, this Snoops, Inc. mystery will be sure to keep struggling readers turning the page to find out!

Pendleton Library is proud to host an exhibit of original manuscripts by the famous horror author Gordon Price. But when a shadowy figure appears and the lights go out, the priceless manuscripts disappear! Did a spooky ghost really steal the scripts, or is something else going on? It's up to the Snoops, Inc., team to solve the case! Will the kid detectives find the clues and discover the truth behind the mysterious phantom of the library? Featuring a diverse cast of inner-city youth, this Snoops, Inc. mystery will be sure to keep struggling readers turning the page to find out!

It's time for the Fleischman Middle School Science Fair, and students are excited to show off their projects. But competition is fierce. On the day of the fair, several students discover that their projects have been ruined. Nobody knows who wrecked their experiments, but the Snoops, Inc. team is on the case. Will the kid detectives be able to find out who sabotaged the science fair? Featuring a diverse cast of inner-city youth, this Snoops, Inc. mystery will be sure to keep struggling readers turning the page to find out!

As Brandi Chastain set the ball down to take her final kick, millions of soccer fans held their breath. At the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup final, the United States and China had played to a 0-0 tie in overtime. With the penalty kick shoot-out tied at 4-4, Chastain's last kick sailed into China's goal and the crowd erupted with joy. Chastain's game-winning goal is one of the greatest moments in sports history. Readers will get an up-close look at the 1999 U.S. Women's Soccer team and their thrilling victory at the World Cup championship.

Frankie Dixon and Keisha Turner were once the best of friends. Then The Fallout happened, and Frankie has been a real pain ever since. But when Frankie receives a threatening note and is targeted by a mysterious foe, Keisha goes undercover to crack the case. Will she and the rest of Snoops, Inc., learn the identity of Frankie's enemy before things go too far? Featuring a diverse cast of inner-city youth, this Snoops, Inc. mystery will be sure to keep struggling readers turning the page to find out!

Fleischman Middle School is hosting this year's Math-Tastic regional tournament. But there's a problemthe school's prized trophies have vanished without a trace! Now it's up to the Snoops, Inc. team to uncover the clues and track down the missing awards. Will the kid detectives discover the thief and return the school's treasured trophies in time? Featuring a diverse cast of inner-city youth, this Snoops, Inc. mystery will be sure to keep struggling readers turning the page to find out!

Pine Island is a remote getaway for campers and hikers. So when Darius and the rest of the Wilderness Warriors show up for a late summer trip, the area is practically empty. The group sets off into the woods, but they soon experience eerie sounds and strange sightings, as if they're being tracked by something that is not quite animal, but not quite human. When they wake one morning to find their guide's tent empty, the Wilderness Warriors discover their terrifying journey is only just beginning.

After a mudslide devastates the neighborhood of Winston Hills, no one expects it to get worse. When fifteen-year-old Greyson Bennell joins the volunteer cleanup effort, he thinks he'll excavate some belongings and head home. But when his best friend Trevor goes missing, Grey starts to realize that the people around him are acting strangely . . . and it might have something to do with the mud that surrounds them.

Having spent much of his childhood snooping around an antique store owned by his father, Sam Valentine is no stranger to encountering eerie objects. When he comes across an old VHS tape in the desk of a late horror movie director, Sam is curious. The label reads: DO NOT WATCH. But for Sam and his best friends, Olivia and Bashiir, the temptation is too great. Soon after watching it, strange things begin to happen unexplained sicknesses and dreams of the movie's killer haunt them. Are the three friends imagining things? Or is there really an evil being lurking in the dark, seeking out the children who freed him?

Having spent much of his childhood snooping around an antique store owned by his father, Sam Valentine is no stranger to encountering eerie objects. When he comes across an old VHS tape in the desk of a late horror movie director, Sam is curious. The label reads: DO NOT WATCH. But for Sam and his best friends, Olivia and Bashiir, the temptation is too great. Soon after watching it, strange things begin to happen unexplained sicknesses and dreams of the movie's killer haunt them. Are the three friends imagining things? Or is there really an evil being lurking in the dark, seeking out the children who freed him?

Fifty years ago, a busload of orphans careered off the side of a bridge and plunged into the wild river below. Now Emma Donovan and her friends want to investigate the abandoned orphanage and the bridge that is rumored to haunt anyone who visits. Emma swears she's not afraid of anything. But when she visits the bridge, her fearlessness will be put to the ultimate test.

Tane Kalana is a natural on the water. He rides waves with ease and looks good doing it. But being talented tends to put a target on your back, and Cody Hannigan has his sights set on taking Tane down a notch. Cody challenges him to a surfer showdown at Breaker Bay! The infamous surfing locale is known to be unpredictable and dangerous, but Tane is tired of Cody's bullying, and Cody won't leave Tane be unless he agrees to a standoff at sundown.

Jared Richards is undefeated in baseball games--video games, anyway. But when he loses a bet to his best friend, Jared is forced to get off the couch and step onto the field for his school's baseball team tryouts. Despite the fact that he's never even held a baseball before, Jared ends up being pretty impressive as a pitcher--until the line between video games and reality begins to blur. Can Jared sort out the glitch in his brain before he blows the big game?

Compelling narrative nonfiction text introduces the first-class passengers on the Titanic, including details about their experiences aboard the historic ship, tragic losses, and dramatic stories of survival. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, historical photos, a glossary, sources for further research, a listing of source notes, and an introduction to the author.

As the backup quarterback for the Hawks, Ben Paulson is happy to ride the bench and hang out with his teammates on the sidelines. But everything changes when the Hawks' star quarterback, Wes Blake, gets suspended for pulling poor grades in math. With Ben at the helm, the offense starts to stall, and his teammates place the blame squarely on his shoulders. Soon after, a possible solution to Ben's passing problems reveals itself -- but he's not so sure it's the right answer.

Compelling narrative nonfiction text introduces the crew members of the Titanic, including details about their occupations, efforts to rescue passengers, and the dangers they faced at sea. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, historical photos, a glossary, sources for further research, a listing of source notes, and an introduction to the author.

Orlando has speed that no other member of the Troy Central High Trojans can match. He also has a serious temper. After clashing with the man in charge of the Trojans, Coach Zachary, Orlando decides to bail. Then he does the unthinkable and joins the Trojans' rivals, the Athens High Raiders. And Orlando's not just taking his talents away from Troy—he's taking his knowledge of their playbook. 

Devon was Orlando's best friend at Troy Central High. He's shocked at Orlando's decision to leave. But after the news makes Devon an outsider on his own team, he starts to wonder if Orlando made the right choice.

Rachel Young is a gymnast and a perfectionist. Unfortunately, her routines don't always measure up to her high-flying standards. Rachel soon comes face to face with real perfection when an old Sports Illustrated magazine transports her and her cousin, Nate, to the year 1976. There, the cousins get a chance to witness the gutsy Nadia Comaneci go for gold at the Montreal Olympics. Rachel soon learns that sometimes pluck is as important as perfection.

Cousins Rachel and Nate are magically transported to the 1988 Seoul Olympics by an old Sports Illustrated magazine. There, they cheer on the stylish speedster Florence Griffith-Joyner in her race for the gold.

Nate Winstead is a team player, but his basketball teammates are trust challenged and it causes trouble on the court. When an old Sports Illustrated magazine transports Nate and his cousin, Rachel, to the year 1992, the cousins get a chance to cheer on the legendary U.S. basketball team as they shoot for gold at the Barcelona Olympics. Inspired by the Dream Team, Nate realizes that one of the greatest teams in history could hold the key for his own team's success.

Farm kid Ben Martin dreams of being a professional skateboarder, skating in cities all around the world. Hoping to get a touch of the pro life, Ben enters a video contest where the top prize is the chance to skate with professional skaters at the Midwest SkateFest. The only problem? Ben hasn't had much experience skating in front of people. When he hits a park to film his entry, he freezes and can't even step onto a ramp. A Tony Hawk: Live2Skate book, Ben's story shows that sometimes the only thing standing in your way is yourself.

Nate Winstead knows he isn't the most talented athlete around. Even worse, when he accidentally hurts one of his track and field teammates, his standing with the team drops further still. Incredibly, an old Sports Illustrated magazine lets Nate get away from his track-team trouble when it transports him and his cousin, Rachel, to the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Will seeing the great sprinter Jesse Owens race for gold give Nate the boost in confidence he needs?

In this edition of Tony Hawk: Live2Skate, skater Nate Kreece is known for his movie-making skills. So when he loses his computer with all his footage in a fire, he is devastated. But giving up is not an option. Armed with his camera, Nate is set to rise above it all to accomplish more than he could have dreamed.

The Collective, in possession of the Fragmented board and growing stronger every day, decide to retrieve one of their own: Tommy Goff, held captive by the Revolution in an undisclosed location. To discover the prisoners whereabouts, Elliot Addison and his mentor Archard Venin must earn the Revolutions trust. But Archard has other plans: the destruction of the Revolution, and the death of his old friend, Eldrick Otus.

Things are tough for Dax Ramirez. His dad can't find a job, and the two of them have to live in a homeless shelter. But Dax finds his escape, skating at the area skatepark.

Every time the Revolution team finds another piece of the mysterious 900 skateboard, a gang of troublesome teens, known as the Collective, is close behind. Another encounter could be deadly! Omar, Dylan, Amy, and Joey suspect that one of them must be a double-crossing snitch. Soon, these suspicions begin to splinter the Revolution. Only one solution can save the team and their vital quest . . . send the main suspect into exile!

As the Revolution team secures more pieces of Tony Hawk's 900 skateboard, the skills of each member are suddenly magnified. For Omar Grebes, this surge of power equals a flood of psychic visions about the locations of the Artifacts and the origin of their mysterious powers. He's determined to find the rest of the missing pieces as fast as possible. Unfortunately, Omar's worldwide search quickly leads to a whirlwind of trouble for the team.

In this final book of the series, the surviving members of the Revolution reunite under the leadership of Zeke Grebes, Omar's long lost father. They're badly beaten, but together this NEW REVOLUTION team hopes to win back their stolen Fragments. However, the final piece won't come easy. Only an epic, skate-or-die battle will reunite the pieces and bring Tony Hawk's 900 skateboard and its power back together again.

Omar Grebes and the team meet Fiona Skylark. Shrapnel from a childhood accident is embedded in the girls stomach. One of the pieces is from the 900 board, making Fiona a walking, talking Fragment. The team must keep her safe from the Collective. The biggest shock is yet to come, though, when Omar comes face to face with a very much alive Zeke Grebes, who invites them to join The New Revolution!

Omar convinces Eldrick Otus to let him lead the Revolution on a trip to recover a Fragment in Egypt. When they discover the Fragment is resting deep within a forgotten pyramid, Omar sends his two best climbers after it. The Collective, led by Elliot Addison, causes the pyramids entrance to collapse. The teens must work together to retrieve the Fragment and find a way out...before the pyramid becomes their crypt!