James Preller

From James Preller, the author of Bystander, another unflinching book about bullying and its fallout. The summer before school starts, Sam's friend and classmate Morgan Mallen kills herself. Morgan had been bullied. Maybe she kissed the wrong boy. Or said the wrong thing. What about that selfie that made the rounds? Morgan was this, and Morgan was that. But who really knows what happened? As Sam explores the events leading up to the tragedy, he must face a difficult and life-changing question: Why did he keep his friendship with Morgan a secret? And could he have done something-anything-to prevent her final actions? This title has Common Core connections.

The Fall

Eric is the new kid in seventh grade. Griffin wants to be his friend. When you're new in town, it's hard to know who to hang out with--and who to avoid. Griffin seems cool, confident, and popular. But something isn't right about Griffin. He always seems to be in the middle of bad things. And if Griffin doesn't like you, you'd better watch your back. There might be a target on it. As Eric gets drawn deeper into Griffin's dark world, he begins to see the truth about Griffin: he's a liar, a bully, a thief. Eric wants to break away, do the right thing. But in one shocking moment, he goes from being a bystander . . . to the bully's next victim.

Bystander

Unable to recover from the guilt of his younger sister's drowning death when he was supposed to be watching her, Jude endures a bleak and silent existence the summer before his senior year before finding the strength to move on, a progression that is challenged when his life suddenly spins out of control. A first young adult novel by the author of Bystander.

Before You Go

A middle-school zombie uncovers an environmental mystery in this middle-grade novel.

Better Off Undead

I Scream, You Scream

The clever, puzzle-crazy Jigsaw Jones utilizes his Top Secret Detective Journal and enlists the help of his ace partner, Mila, to track down the missing hamster, Hermie. Original.

The Case of Hermie the Missing Hamster

Bugs Bunny and the rest of the Looney Tunes have been kidnaped by aliens, and Bugs challenges the aliens to a game of basketball to settle things.

Space jam

Accidentally locked inside an almost-deserted school, strangers Carter, Esme and Arnold are watched by a mysterious night janitor as shadowy beings shuffle closer through the mist. By the author of the Jigsaw Jones series. Simultaneous.

Good Night, Zombie

Roddy Doyle

Stephanie Calmenson

Suzy Kline

Debbie Dadey

Marcia Thornton Jones

Barbara Seuling

Sue Wright

Short stories include: Wally's first Christmas, Jigsaw Jones: The case of the Santa Claus mystery; Midnight gets a star; Take a penny, leave a penny; The nutcracker retold; Holiday disaster; Christmas on the prairie; The rocking chair: a classroom play; A visit from St. Nicholas.

Very Merry Christmas Tales

Will has no choice. His father drags him along on a wilderness adventure in the footsteps of legendary explorers Lewis and Clark--whether he likes it or not. All the while, Will senses that something about this trip isn't quite right. Along the journey, Will meets fascinating strangers and experiences new thrills, including mountain cliffs, whitewater rapids, and a heart-hammering bear encounter. It is a journey into the soul of America's past, and the meaning of family in the future. In the end, Will must face his own, life-changing test of courage. This title has Common Core connections.

The Courage Test

Featuring friendship, school, family, and a diverse community, these early illustrated chapter books from James Preller have it all. Got a mystery to solve? Jigsaw Jones is on the case. Anything that ever goes missing or lost, Jigsaw and his partner, Mila, can find. Then, during a magic show, they watch a toy dinosaur disappear, right in front of their eyes! Even the magician can't seem to bring it back. Luckily Jigsaw doesn't believe in magic, and he's determined to find that dinosaur! James Preller's wry, witty, Jigsaw Jones books are once again available to inspire the next generation of young readers, featuring both new titles and classroom classics!

Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Disappearing Dinosaur

Eddie brought his baseball cards to school and now they seem to be missing. It's up to Jigsaw Jones and his partner Mila to solve this puzzling case.

The Case of the Stolen Baseball Cards

Describes the kinds of dinosaurs featured in both movies, and how they are recreated

Lost World Movie Scrapbook

Fifth-grader Spider Stevens--nicknamed for his climbing ability--wrestles with his loyalty to his best friend versus friendship with the popular crowd.

Along Came Spider

The Big Idea Gang is buzzing with excitement! They're going to show Clay Elementary just how important bees can be in this chapter book series about making a case--and making a difference--by the author of Jigsaw Jones. After Kym and Lizzie get the awesome opportunity to visit a bee colony, they realize all the wonderful things bees do! But how can it be that these amazing insects are disappearing? And what will happen to our food chain without the great pollinators buzzing about? If only everyone else at Clay Elementary could understand how important the bees are for the environment! Now that's a big idea that needs to be shared! With the help of Connor and Deon, Kym and Lizzie set out to show theirschool the beauty of bees, and use their powers of persuasion to make a difference in the world.

Bee the Change

Realizing that Joey Pignattano has been falsely accused of starting a food fight, Jigsaw Jones investigates to find the real culprit.

The Case of the Food Fight

The summer before school starts, Sam's friend and classmate Morgan Mallen kills herself. Morgan had been bullied. Maybe she kissed the wrong boy. Or said the wrong thing. What about that selfie that made the rounds? Morgan was this, and Morgan was that. But who really knows what happened?

Fall

James Preller's wry, witty, Jigsaw Jones chapter book mysteries are once again available to inspire the next generation of young readers, featuring both new titles and classroom classics! The Case of the Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost Glow-in-the-dark footprints, eyewitness accounts of a ghost haunting school grounds—something doesn't add up! Ghosts don't have feet, do they? Either way, Jigsaw Jones and his partner Mila Yeh are on the case, and they'll do whatever it takes to solve this spooky new mystery . . . even if it means they have to be at school extra late!

Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Glow-in-the-Dark Ghost

Introduce children to 75 favorite authors and illustrators with this all-in-one resource! The lively profiles in this collection provide insight into the lives, work, inspiration, and creative process of these talented writers and artists. Share these fascinating mini-biographies with students to enhance author studies and help your students read with greater enthusiasm and understanding. Book jacket.

The Big Book of Picture-book Authors & Illustrators

A biography of the wrestler known as "The Rock," looking at his life inside and outside the ring.

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