Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things

Alvin Ho: Allergic to Girls, School, and Other Scary Things
Author: Lenore Look
Publisher: Schwartz & Wade
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2008-07-08
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375849653

The first book in a hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid! A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham. Alvin, an Asian American second grader, is afraid of everything—elevators, tunnels, girls, and, most of all, school. He’s so afraid of school that, while he’ s there, he never, ever, says a word. But at home, Alvin is a very loud superhero named Firecracker Man, a brother to Calvin and Anibelly, and a gentleman-in-training, just like his dad. With the help of his family, can Alvin take on the outside world without letting his fears get the best of him? “Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

Alvin Ho: Allergic to Dead Bodies, Funerals, and Other Fatal Circumstances

Alvin Ho: Allergic to Dead Bodies, Funerals, and Other Fatal Circumstances
Author: Lenore Look
Publisher: Schwartz & Wade
Total Pages: 210
Release: 2011-09-13
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0375898824

The fourth book in the hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid! Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, is facing something truly scary: the idea that someone he loves might die. When Alvin's GungGung loses his best friend, Alvin (gulp) volunteers to go with him to the funeral. A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham. “Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

Stand Straight, Ella Kate

Stand Straight, Ella Kate
Author: Kate Klise
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2010-04-29
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1101641703

Ella Kate Ewing was born in 1872. She started out small, but she just kept on growing. Soon she was too tall for her desk at school, too tall for her bed at home, too tall to fit anywhere. Ella Kate was a real-life giant, but she refused to hide herself away. Instead, she used her unusual height to achieve her equally large dreams. The masterful Klise sisters deliver a touching and inspiring true story about a strong-minded girl who finally embraced her differences. It's the perfect book for every child who has ever felt like an outsider.

The President of the Jungle

The President of the Jungle
Author: André Rodrigues
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 23
Release: 2020-01-07
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1984814753

In this fabulous and funny introduction to how elections work, the animals decide they are tired of their king and that it is time to vote for a president. Lion may be King of the jungle, but lately he only seems to care about himself. His subjects are fed up, so they decide to try something new--hold an election! Once Owl explains the rules, the fun begins, and Snake, Sloth, and Monkey all announce they will be candidates. But oh no, Lion is going to run too! It's a wild campaign season as the animals hold rallies, debate, and even take a selfie or two, trying to prove why they'd make the best president of the jungle. This funny, non-partisan story features lively illustrations, a helpful glossary, and colorful characters who have an infectious enthusiasm for the election process.

Ruby Lu, Brave and True

Ruby Lu, Brave and True
Author: Lenore Look
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 122
Release: 2004-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0689849079

This funny and charming chapter book about eight-year-old magician Ruby Lu includes a flip book of Ruby doing a magic trick. Illustrations.

We Say Good Night

We Say Good Night
Author: Salina Yoon
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 17
Release: 2021-01-26
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0593175042

Salina Yoon's fun lift-and-learn language board book series teaches children how to say "good night" and "good morning" in 7 different languages! Expand your child's world! This book features the faces of children from many nations speaking seven languages: English, Chinese, Spanish, Hindi, Arabic, French, and Tagalog. In an innovative design, readers lift a flap to discover a speech bubble with a familar phrase translated. Includes phonetic pronunciations for each language, as well as characters for Arabic, Hindi, and Mandarin Chinese. Look for the companion book We Say Hello, which teaches children how to say "hello" and "goodbye" in the same seven languages.

Alvin Ho: Allergic to Babies, Burglars, and Other Bumps in the Night

Alvin Ho: Allergic to Babies, Burglars, and Other Bumps in the Night
Author: Lenore Look
Publisher: Yearling
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2014-08-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0385386001

Alvin becomes a big brother in the fifth book in the hilarious chapter book series that tackles anxiety in a fun, kid-friendly way. Perfect for both beginning and reluctant readers, and fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid! Alvin, an Asian American second grader who's afraid of everything, has started to notice his mother getting bigger . . . and bigger. Alvin's sure it's all the mochi cakes she's been eating, but it turns out she's pregnant! There are lots of scary things about babies, as everybody knows. There's learning CPR for the newborn and changing diapers (no way). But the scariest thing of all is the fact that the baby could be a GIRL. As a result of the stress, Alvin puts on a few pounds and—in one hilarious misunderstanding—worries that he might actually be pregnant, too! A humorous and touching series about facing your fears and embracing new experiences—with a truly unforgettable character—from author Lenore Look and New York Times bestselling and Caldecott Honor winning illustrator LeUyen Pham. “Alvin’s a winner.” —New York Post

Something Stinks!

Something Stinks!
Author: Jonathan Fenske
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2021-06-15
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1524793108

From the creator of the award-winning A Pig, a Fox, and a Box comes a silly picture book about a skunk looking for the source of a terrible smell! Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning author-illustrator Jonathan Fenske's appealing illustration style and clever text make this intriguing book a must-have for every young reader's shelf. In this delightfully funny picture book, an awful stink is invading the nostrils of its furry protagonist, a clueless skunk. Skunk is ready to sniff out the source of the stench, but where could it be coming from? Find out in this foul-smelling story--just be sure to hold your nose!

Pippi Longstocking's After-Christmas Party

Pippi Longstocking's After-Christmas Party
Author: Astrid Lindgren
Publisher: Turtleback Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998
Genre: Children's stories, Swedish
ISBN: 9780613104555

Christmas is over, but at Pippi Longstocking's house, the fun has just begun! A dance around the Christmas tree, a feast of hot chocolate and cream cake, and a sled ride down the roof of Villa Villekulla are only a few of the events planned for Pippi's after-Christmas party. There are new people to meet and old friends like Tommy, Annika, and Mr. Nilsson to see again. Come join the festivities at Pippi's. "Sure to be a hit with Pippi's many fans as well as a nice introduction for the uninitiated." -- "School Library Journal"

Ruby Lu, Empress of Everything

Ruby Lu, Empress of Everything
Author: Lenore Look
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2007-09-25
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1416950036

The inimitable heroine from "Ruby Lu, Brave and True" is back. When Rubys cousin, Flying Duck, arrives from China to live with her, Ruby becomes her buddy. However, Flying Duck is deaf, and Ruby doesn't know Chinese Sign Language. Illustrations.