"Offers answers to the most compelling questions about sleep-talking. Age-appropriate explanations and appealing photos. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words."--

The first in a brand-new series about dancing, friendship and following your dreams from best-loved author Jean Ure, whose books are described by Jacqueline Wilson as "funny, funky, feisty - and fantastic reads!" When new girl Caitlyn arrives at Coombe House School Maddy is sure she must be a fellow ballet dancer; she certainly has all the grace and poise of a ballerina. So when Caitlyn denies it, Maddy isn't convinced. But it isn't until she comes...

Maddy is delighted when she and her friends are accepted to the prestigious City Ballet School - it feels like one-step closer to their dream of becoming professional dancers. But the school brings a whole new set of challenges - and soon Maddy finds herself tested like never before.

"Learn more about hockey's top stars and what it takes to be the best of the best. The title features historical sidebars, how-to fact boxes, tips and drills, and a glossary."--Publisher's website.

A young boy tells the adventures of his family's year in France as his parents choose unusual places to visit.

An African American family attends a modern-day Juneteenth parade in Galveston, Texas (the birthplace of the holiday). Text includes lines from "Lift Every Voice and Sing."

Kindergarten represents a big jump into the unknown that, while exciting, can also cause nervous anticipation for everyone involved. The good news is that it doesn't have to be scary! Today's complex, technology-driven world is changing rapidly. As it does, what our children need to know when they enter kindergarten is changing as well, requiring a new and improved set of school-readiness skills called "QI Skills" (pronounced key) that will give them...

Luis is feeling nervous about the first day of school. His stomach hurts, and he's worried he won't know what to do if his teacher calls on him! From meeting new friends to asking for help finding his classroom, Luis has many new things to try. Turns out the first day of school isn't so bad after all! Find out how Luis uses courage to help him get through the day.

Now in Spanish-Minnie helps a lost little unicorn find her way home! My First Stories, featuring classic Disney characters, are just the right length for little ones!

Show them the power of trying new things-an introduction to self-confidence for kids 5 to 7 Learning to be brave and tackle challenges is one of the most important steps in a child's development-and it's never too early to help little ones build those skills. This beautifully illustrated storybook teaches young kids how to practice confidence through simple real-life scenarios that are easy for them to understand. It's written with clear language...