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1. Sir Sydney Dinkum (Volume 1)
by: Martha Gold, Marc Reilly Release date: Oct 21, 2014 Number of Pages: 222 Find in Library Read Review |
Can you imagine Crocodile Dundee as an animal? Paddington Bear in shining armor? Or Winnie the Pooh on a noble steed? Meet Sir Sydney Dinkum a rascally koala bear from the Outback of Australia who believes he can be The World’s Next Big Hero. Like Dr. Doolittle he has the super power to talk to all animals, including humans! Like Don Quixote, he believes it’s his job to right the wrongs of the world! But is this just an Impossible Dream? Can a koala really be dubbed knight? Can a little marsupial armed with a boomerang make a difference in the world? Or will Sydney make a mess of things, as usual? The only way to find out is to join Sir Sydney Dinkum on his whacky adventures. Don’t Delay! Add to Your Cart Today! Read More for Reviews and Testimonials!
Blog Reviews and Testimonials
”A koala bear with a quest, a reluctant wombat and a beautiful deaf dromedary heroine begin their riotous adventures to right the wrongs of the world… should become a chapter book classic.” Shirley Batenton, Interstate Library System
”…(the humor is) reminiscent of the Paddington Bear series.” R.B. Simpson, Blog Review
”Fantastic story, funny for both young and old.” Rizwai Assan, Online Book Review
”Readers of this book will be encouraged to follow their dreams and also be creative in life. …one book that everyone should read.” Angela Aaron Nyanchamba, Kenyan Children’s Book Review
”This trio will steal your heart” B.D. Ellington, Kudos
”Well done to the authors Martha Gold and Marc Reilly, you have put together a well written and illustrated children’s adventure book.”Ben Johnson, Australian Review Blog
”… offers the same level of humor that kids love without any of the violence. ” Nicole Tuhin, PBC (Parents Book Club)
”Sydney is cool! Really cool!” Lucas (age 10) Portola, CA.
Read an Excerpt
A noise from overhead stopped Sancho in his tracks. At first he thought it might just be his imagination, but as he took another step a voice called out, “Please don’t leave us!” He scanned the surrounding trees but he couldn’t see a thing. He’d never heard of talking trees, but on such a strange day as this he assumed anything was possible.
Just then Sydney returned. “Come on, Sancho! We haven’t got all day!”
“But, Sydney!” cried Sancho, “I think these trees are talking to me!”
Sydney stared up into the thick blanket of leaves. “Hello,” he called. “Is anyone up there or has my friend lost his marbles?”
To both their amazement, a small boy dropped out of a nearby tree and landed just a few steps from where they stood. “Hello,” said the boy. “My name’s Chip Horn.”
“I see,” said Sydney, “and do you live all alone up there in that tree?”
Chip giggled. “Oh no,” he said, “my mother and father are up there as well. But they’re too scared to climb down. I told them the crocodile was gone, but now they’re not so sure about you.”
SIR SYDNEY SUPPORTS THE AUSTRALIAN KOALA FOUNDATION
The Australian koala is in danger of extinction. A portion of all book proceeds are donated to the AUSTRALIAN KOALA FOUNDATION.
SIR SYDNEY’S WEBSITE OFFERS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!!! Go to “About the Authors” for details
“…a fantastic website which offers wonderful free activities for kids as well as great guides for teachers and parents.” Jeannette Marshall, Teacher and Parent
2. The Nearly Calamitous Taming of PZ: A Novel
by: Martha Ritter, Matt Ryan Release date: Jul 29, 2014 Number of Pages: 236 Find in Library Read Review |
A charming, classic adventure tale about the scary, crazy, and heart-thumpingly joyful plunge into connecting with others
A mute, nameless foxhound has spent her life in a laboratory cage. She has never seen the sun. When she gets rescued, Dottie, a diva ladybug with a heart as big as her hat, helps the dog understand the world and find a home with Olivia, a restless, solitary girl seeking comfort that her new pet cannot supply.
The isolated dog and the hesitant girl must face their fear of connecting. They learn to tame each other, let go, survive adventures, and find the courage to trust as they search for their place in the sun.
The Nearly Calamitous Taming of PZ— lyrical and approachable, with resonant details–has both humor and heart. Although intended for children eight through twelve, its classic unfolding and off-beat characters tickle the fancy of adults as well. It is both an adventure story and a tale with many layers–about overcoming obstacles, mining experience for what matters, and doing what is necessary, though not always desirable, for friendship. Ultimately, it is about the joy of a hard-won connection.
The classic illustrations–with a contemporary edge–reflect this fresh, poignant, wise, and sometimes downright wacky book.
“Not since Kafka has an insect risen to this level of artistic genius.”–Dottie
3. The Secret Life of a Snowflake: An Up-Close Look at the Art and Science of Snowflakes
by: Kenneth Libbrecht Release date: Dec 08, 2011 Number of Pages: 50 Find in Library Read Review |
Before a snowflake melts on your tongue, it makes an epic journey. This is the story of that journey, step by step, from a single snowflake’s creation in the clouds, through its fall to earth, to its brief and sparkling appearance on a child’s mitten. Told by Kenneth Libbrecht, a scientist who knows snowflakes better than almost anyone, the story features his brilliant photographs of real snowflakes, snowflakes forming (in the author’s lab), water evaporating, clouds developing, ice crystals, rain, dew, and frost–all the elements of the world and weather that add up, flake by flake, to the white landscape of winter. Aimed at readers from 6 to 12, this spectacular full-color e-book gets to the heart of one of nature’s most magical phenomena while making the wonder of the snowflake all the more real.
4. Animals on Parade
by: Molly Burke Hamilton Release date: Nov 23, 2013 Number of Pages: 28 Find in Library Read Review |
5. The Dreamer, The Schemer & The Robe (The Amazing Tales of Max & Liz, Book Two)
by: Jenny L. Cote Release date: Aug 01, 2009 Number of Pages: 400 Find in Library Read Review |
After saving Noah and family from the evil stowaway Charlatan aboard the ark in The Ark, the Reed, & the Fire Cloud, heroes Max and Liz, along with faithful mates Kate and Al, earn immortality and a directive from God to serve as His envoys for pivotal points in human history. They have waited for centuries for a word from the Maker; now they learn they are to work behind the scenes in the life of Joseph. In The Dreamer, The Schemer, & The Robe the fate of an entire nation rests in their paws.
All looks hopeless for the young teenager as Joseph s brothers sell him into slavery in Egypt. Has Charlatan returned to Egypt to once again stop Max and Liz from accomplishing their mission? With the help of two new characters, a British archeologist mouse and a forlorn camel, they must combat the forces of evil that are out to thwart their plans, leading them into mysterious adventures with pyramids and mummies. If Max and Liz fail in this mission, all of Egypt will suffer from famine, and the Hebrew nation will never be born.
Abounding in life lessons on struggle, enduring trials, forgiveness, and redemption, The Dreamer, The Schemer, & The Robe is a nonstop thriller filled with twists and turns, side-splitting humor, treachery and heartache, hope and redemption.
6. Clan Apis
by: Jay Hosler Release date: Apr 27, 2008 Number of Pages: 158 Find in Library Read Review |
7. Walter’s Not So Peaceful Definitely Not Relaxing But Oh So Awfully Courageous Adventure
by: Nancy Early Release date: Nov 30, 2011 Number of Pages: 53 Find in Library Read Review |
8. How One Little Polar Bear Captivated The World (Knut)
by: Craig Hatkoff, Juliana Hatkoff, Isabella Hatkoff, Dr. Gerald R. Uhlich Release date: Nov 01, 2007 Number of Pages: 40 Find in Library Read Review |
9. Old Granny Fox
by: Thornton W. Burgess Release date: Dec 01, 2007 Number of Pages: 124 Find in Library Read Review |
“I never yet saw a young Fox who didn’t think he knew all there is to know — and you’re just like the rest!” Old Granny Fox says this to Reddy Fox, who thinks it will be as easy as pie to steal Farmer Brown’s chickens by daylight and then elude Bowser the Hound. But in this entertaining tale of the winter woods, it turns out even wise Old Granny Fox can be caught napping!
10. Roscoe Riley Rules #7: Never Race a Runaway Pumpkin
by: Katherine Applegate, Brian Biggs Release date: Aug 25, 2009 Number of Pages: 100 Find in Library Read Review |
Pumpkin Contest
If Roscoe guesses the weight of a giant pumpkin, he’ll be a winner! Easy, right? But a little black cat keeps trying to cross his path! Will the bad-luck kitty ruin Roscoe’s chance to win?
11. Montague: The Pit Bull of Park Avenue
by: Mary Gregory, Roger Kabler Release date: Jun 17, 2013 Number of Pages: 54 Find in Library Read Review |
“A magical adventure for kids & dog lovers of all ages. Thanks for the wonderful message that we are responsible for the care & training of our canine companions.” – Amazon Verified Review
A thoughtful afterward focuses on the respect we should have for dogs.
12. Bear (The Puppy Place #14)
by: Ellen Miles Release date: Sep 01, 2009 Number of Pages: 80 Find in Library Read Review |
10-year-old Lizzie Peterson and her family are on an adventurous winter vacation in snowy Vermont when she meets Bear, an adorable husky called lazy and then abandoned by his sled-dog racing team. Lizzie falls in love with Bear, and rescues him when he gets lost during a big snowstorm. Will Lizzie be able to find Bear a home where he is appreciated? When she meets Fern, a young musher, Lizzie goes on the ride of her life–and thinks she may have found the answer.
13. The Secret of the Shamrock (Chime Travelers)
by: Lisa M. Hendey, Jenn Bower Release date: Jul 21, 2015 Number of Pages: 128 Find in Library Read Review |
Book 1 in the Chime Travelers series, exciting new chapter books ideal for children in grades 2-5.
14. Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #3: Soul Eater
by: Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor Release date: Feb 20, 2007 Number of Pages: 336 Find in Library Read Review |
15. The Diary of a Different Dog: Rugby Jones (Stop Bullying, Making Friends, Being Kind, Picture Books) (Life with Rugby Jones Book 3)
by: Claudia Broome, Claudia Broome Release date: Mar 28, 2016 Number of Pages: 38 Find in Library Read Review |
*2016 Special Needs Book Awards – Gold Winner Children’s Book – Ages 2-6*
*2016 Special Needs Book Awards – Bronze Winner Children’s Book – Ages 7-11*
“I’ve always been different because I don’t have a tail.
But that’s okay. I don’t swim like a whale.
Except for the tail, I was like other dogs.
I could run and play and jump over logs.
Then everything changed the day I got hurt.
I had to get wheels because my back legs didn’t work.”
Based on a true story, this heartwarming tale comes “straight from the dog’s mouth.” Rugby is a lovable, loving and kind rascal who understands kids and life. His story will captivate children of all ages as well as the adults who read to them. Rugby’s personality has a magnetism that connects with children in a very special way. Written in his endearing eight year old voice, Rugby offers a convincing message to everyone who reads about him or listens to his story. He offers understanding and encouragement to those who must deal with and overcome any difference or adversity. Rugby teaches the all-important lesson that kindness and acceptance shown by children and adults alike will make the world a better place for all.
Filled with colorful and meaningful images that children will relate to and understand, The Diary of a Different Dog is a rhyming picture book meant for younger children.
Rugby has become a hero for the many children who read or had read to them The “Tail” of Rugby Jones – A Rascal’s Journey from Disability to Ability. Now Rugby hopes to become a hero for your younger child too. This is the first book in his new series: Life with Rugby Jones
*****In a thoughtful and creative follow-up to her earlier book The “Tail” of Rugby Jones, author Claudia Broome has developed this timely book that combines the essentials of the anti-bullying message along with the message of inclusion. The Diary of a Different Dog: Rugby Jones cleverly utilizes a real-life handicapped dog, which is humanized into the book’s narrator. Rugby Jones describes his adversity from an accident, how he overcame it to thrive, and how others can learn to thrive in a diverse environment that includes multicultural and multi-racial issues. This book’s imaging is superb, which is an essential feature for very young readers. Claudia Broome has created another quality book that every kindergarten and elementary school guidance counselor and child therapist should have as a resource.
Dr. Philip J. Shapiro Ormond Beach, Florida
*****Once again Claudia Broome uses her pal Rugby Jones, a Pembroke Welsh Corgi, to enchant children with a story that celebrates the broad range of physical, cultural, and personal differences among people living in any community, and the everyday heroism of children who make the choice to be kind and empathic toward those who are often marginalized because of their disabilities or other differences. Beautifully illustrated using bold graphics and vibrant colors, The Diary of a Different Dog belongs on the shelves of schools, libraries, and homes nation-wide.
Janet Sasson Edgette, PsyD, LLC
16. The Fairy Swarm (The Imaginary Veterinary)
by: Suzanne Selfors, Dan Santat Release date: Oct 27, 2015 Number of Pages: 240 Find in Library Read Review |
17. Christian the Lion
by: Anthony Bourke, John Rendall Release date: Mar 10, 2009 Number of Pages: 128 Find in Library Read Review |
Christian the Lion tells the riveting true story of one animal’s ability to adapt to life in the wild, and captures the unexpectedly enduring connection between man and animal.
From the Hardcover edition.
18. The Farmer
by: Mark Ludy, Mark Ludy Release date: Aug 01, 1999 Number of Pages: 64 Find in Library Read Review |
19. Zoo of Emotions
by: Teneisha Jones, Amy Churchwell Release date: Dec 10, 2015 Number of Pages: 30 Find in Library Read Review |
20. The Medallion (The Bernovem Chronicles) (Volume 3)
by: Victoria Simcox Release date: Aug 30, 2016 Number of Pages: 260 Find in Library Read Review |
21. How to Draw Insects (Dover How to Draw)
by: Barbara Soloff Levy Release date: Nov 18, 2009 Number of Pages: 64 Find in Library Read Review |
22. VERY YOUNG RIDER
by: Jill Krementz Release date: Oct 12, 1977 Number of Pages: 127 Find in Library Read Review |
23. Barnyard Kids: A Family Guide for Raising Animals
by: Dina Rudick Release date: Aug 15, 2015 Number of Pages: 160 Find in Library Read Review |
Would you like to start your child on a journey of self-reliance and love of the outdoors?
A sustainable source of ideas to help your children learn the ins and outs of animal husbandry, Barnyard Kids encourages children to get outside, enjoy nature, and reap the benefits of their hard work.
This fun and creative book by Dina Rudick will guide your family through fun opportunities learning about keeping chickens, milking cows, and rearing sheeps.
It’s time to get your little farmhands dirty. Help them grow to be fruitful, self-sufficient, happy, and healthy!
24. Princess Ponies 2: A Dream Come True
by: Chloe Ryder Release date: Mar 04, 2014 Number of Pages: 131 Find in Library Read Review |
A Dream Come True
It’s field day on pony island and Princess Sophie’s best friend, Angie is competing. Sophie wants to cheer her on, but she knows she and Pippa should keep looking for the missing horse shoes. Will Sophie have to choose between her old friend and her new friend? Or is it okay to have two best friends?
25. The Uninvited Visitors (Starfoot and Brown Books) (Volume 2)
by: Rhoda Canter Release date: Mar 05, 2014 Number of Pages: 288 Find in Library Read Review |
Isabel is a gifted, fifteen-year-old saxophone player, whose scientist father is in danger on the other side of the world. He texts Isabel a frightening message that sends her into hiding on Bald Head Island.
Jordy is a boy unlike other boys. On a school trip to the island, he follows his curiosity into the woods and finds himself separated from the rest of his class.
Fate comes to fruition when Isabel and Jordy meet and instantly strike up a friendship. But Starfoot and Brown smell danger in the air, and it’s blowing straight toward these two talented young people. The detectives must use every bit of their cunning and creativity to help their new friends find safety.
What follows is a frolicking adventure of mystery, friendship, and growing up, decorated with plenty of laughs to make the journey truly enjoyable.
Author Rhoda Canter’s follow-up to The Adventures of Starfoot and Brown is a touching, and harrowing, tale of fear of the unknown, coming-of-age, and the desire for a fresh start at life.
26. Monarch Magic! Butterfly Activities & Nature Discoveries
by: Lynn Rosenblatt Release date: Sep 01, 1998 Number of Pages: 96 Find in Library Read Review |
27. The Dangerous Christmas Ornament
by: Bob Siegel Release date: Jan 27, 2015 Number of Pages: 148 Find in Library Read Review |
28. Turbo Gets A Home
by: Mary Anderson Lee, KaliArt Hong Kong Release date: Dec 04, 2015 Number of Pages: 54 Find in Library Read Review |
29. Hobo Finds a Home
by: Hobo, Susan Ferretti Gage Release date: Nov 17, 2007 Number of Pages: 32 Find in Library Read Review |
30. Jala and the Wolves
by: Marti Dumas Release date: Feb 13, 2015 Number of Pages: 98 Find in Library Read Review |
Jala does. So when a mirror appears in Jala’s room and transports her to the world of wolves — the fact that she’s become a wolf herself is only the beginning! Can she help her pack survive? And will she ever get back to her human family again?
Readers of classic fantasy like The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe and Alice in Wonderland will adore this chapter book for young readers. Buy this delightful adventure today.
What Readers Are Saying:
“A lovely and whimsical read for any little girl or grown woman like myself.”
“Dumas taps into a fantasy that I believe many children probably have (sometimes pretending that they’re an animal, or in Jala’s case, becoming that animal) and what they can learn from that fantasy. Jala learns more about herself, her family, and her world through her adventure as a wolf and that translates to an added layer of discussion that you could have with your child while reading this book. This would make a lovely addition to any child’s ebook library.”
“Jala and the Wolves…reads like a Hindu fairytale with its quaint nature-filled charm and elegant magic. It reminds me of the books I read as a child – The Secret Garden and the like – and that makes it something I want to share with my daughter.”
Best Selling Books for 11 year olds:
- Action & Adventure
- Activities, Crafts & Games
- Animals
- Biographies
- Classics
- Comics & Graphic Novels
- Computers & Technology
- Early Learning
- Education & Reference
- Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths
- History
- Holidays & Celebrations
- Humor
- Literature & Fiction
- Mysteries & Detectives
- Religions
- Science Fiction & Fantasy
- Science, Nature & How It Works
- Sports & Outdoors
- Children’s Cookbooks
Recommended Books for 11 year olds:
- Action & Adventure
- Activities, Crafts & Games
- Animals
- Biographies
- Classics
- Comics & Graphic Novels
- Computers & Technology
- Early Learning
- Education & Reference
- Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths
- History
- Holidays & Celebrations
- Humor
- Literature & Fiction
- Mysteries & Detectives
- Religions
- Science Fiction & Fantasy
- Science, Nature & How It Works
- Sports & Outdoors
- Children’s Cookbooks
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