Two ordinary mice, Charles and Oliver, find themselves in an extraordinary adventure involving pirate sea dogs, a ship full of cats, and a sunken treasure. Prequel to Mice of the Nine Lives.

Charles and Oliver settle down to enjoy a peaceful life, now that the pirate sea dogs are in prison. But one night they hear startling news about the sea dogs. The Admiral has a plan, too, and Oliver doesn't like it at all. 25 black and white illustrations. Ages 6-9.

Mice fans will love the high-seas adventure of the series’ latest addition.

In 1775, on the eve of the Revolutionary War, disagreements between the Whigs and the Tories are intense, and 14-year-old Hannah Andrews is suddenly in the middle. Together with her beloved horse, Hannah takes a bold step to fight for freedom.

In this gripping medieval page-turner, Roger and his sister Alice are kidnapped and held for ransom in an ancient tower. To escape and find their uncle, the children must summon all their courage and imagination. "Designed as easy-reading material for middle-graders, this has the virtues of an attractive format and illustrations, a fast plot, and even a feminist fillip: Alice is the more intrepid ...

The Newbery Medal-winning author of "The Tale of Despereaux" returns with this story about a toy rabbit named Edward Tulane. When he becomes lost, Edward takes an extraordinary journey and shows readers a true miracle. Illustrations.

A classic tale by Newbery Medalist Kate DiCamillo, America's beloved storyteller. Once, in a house on Egypt Street, there lived a china rabbit named Edward Tulane. The rabbit was very pleased with himself, and for good reason: he was owned by a girl named Abilene, who adored him completely. And then, one day, he was lost. . . . Kate DiCamillo takes us on an extraordinary journey, from the depths o ...

The Newbery Medal-winning author of "The Tale of Despereaux" returns with this story about a toy rabbit named Edward Tulane. When he becomes lost, Edward takes an extraordinary journey and shows readers a true miracle. Illustrations.

Tiny Ralph S. Mouse lives in a mouse hole in Room 215 of the Mountain View Inn. Life becomes downright thrilling when Keith and his family stop at the inn for a few days, and Keith lets Ralph ride his toy motorcycle. A heartwarming story of responsibility and trust. Illustrations.

Packed with realistic and endearing characters this fast moving book will capture readers and have them hanging on every word. As the action twists and turns, readers witness the characters learning and growing as quickly and unexpectedly as the game they are playing. A fun read, this book provides lessons in friendship, integrity, and the importance of team in an authentic and engaging way. Reluc ...

Mr. Putter and Tabby love going to the fish store, but a problem arises when Mr. Putter thinks the fish are new pets and Tabby thinks the fish are for dinner. Illustrations. Full color.

Mr. Putter wants to paint his porch. He has a bucket of pink paint, a big brush, and some rags. And he has Tabby to keep him company. Everything is perfect, until a squirrel scampers onto the porch and catches Tabby's eye. . . .

It's fall, and juicy things are growing in Mr. Putter's backyard--apples, tomatoes, and pears. Mr. Putter dreams of all the juicy things he loves to eat, but most of all he dreams of pear jelly. At last it's time to pick the pears, and Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby hatch a zany plan for bringing in the harvest.

Mr. Putter and Tabby try their best to make a pot of soup--even though Bessie, their treasured stove, is on the blink and Mrs. Teaberry's dog, Zeke, is making trouble. Full color.

Mr. Putter has always wanted to write a mystery novel--and Tabby is happy to help. But who knew there would be so many delicious distractions along the way?

It is 1848 and 14-year-old Francis Tucket is heading west on the Oregon Trail. When he lags behind to practice shooting his new rifle, he is captured by Pawnees. It will take wild horses, hostile tribes, and a mysterious one-armed man to help Francis come of age and survive the gritty frontier.

When mouse widow Mrs. Frisby needs advice on how to move her children safely, she consults the rats who live under the rosebush. Not only do they help her, they tell her of their escape from a laboratory where experimentation had made them literate, and of the brave death of her husband. Newbery Medal; ALA Notable Children's Book; "Horn Book" Fanfare Book.

Features everything kids crave in a novel—memorable characters, a villain intent on ruling the world, seemingly insurmountable challenges, puzzles and mysteries, secret codes and cryptic messages, narcoleptic heroes and hoodlums, and delightful plot twists.

A first-time novelist takes readers on a dazzling adventure that puts friends, family, and foe to the test, as four children go on a secret mission that only the most intelligent and inventive children can complete. Illustrations.

Don't miss he astounding cast of characters: a tool-laden and courageous pragmatist, a problem-solving genius, a pattern-detecting and rhyme-making toddler, and an encyclopedic egghead. Add in some colorful villains and a secret agent loaded with tricks and equipment, and the reading experience is a nonstop thrill ride!