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When Chester the raccoon is reluctant to go to kindergarten for the first time, his mother teaches him a secret way to carry her love with him.

Hubie has been invited to a New Year's Eve sleepover but has never spent the night away from home. What happens if he gets sick and what's all the talk about making a New Year's resolution?

Worried sick about his baby brother's operation, twelve-year-old Dominic does not really feel much like playing soccer, so he just messes around on the field during practice--but when his grandfather teaches him some moves he starts to take an interest, and sets out to win the trust of his coach and teammates.

Danica isn’t just starting a new school year, she’s also starting at a new school with new classes, new students, and new teachers. Worst of all, when she gets there, she discovers something else new—another girl named Danica! Sparks fly as Danica is determined not to let the “other” Danica steal the spotlight. But in her quest to be the best, Danica soon realizes there’s more to this new girl than meets the eye.

"Khepri lives in ancient Egypt, happily fishing alongside his father in the waters of the Nile. but today Khepri is replacing his fishing pole with the reed pens of a scribe--a change he's a bit uneasy about. As he and his father travel to Thebes, Khepri must face his anxieties about starting school."--Page 2 of cover.

Danica is the queen of routines, especially when it comes to walking her beloved dog, Clark. Routines keep Danica’s life neat, predictable, and most importantly, safe. But one fateful day, she encounters a towering white fence along her route that conceals a spine-chilling secret. Something horrible is lurking behind it! The sounds the creature makes are terrifying, and Danica can only imagine what’s hidden on the other side. With her routine...

When Danica agrees to go on a fishing trip with her dad, little does she realize one of her worst fears is lurking just around the corner. As they set out on their voyage, it seems like a perfect day. The sky is clear, and the water is calm. But then dark clouds gather, and a rumble of thunder sends Danica’s heart racing. Before they know it, their peaceful fishing trip turns into a wild race against time. With thunder crashing and lightning flashing,...

"Danny is scared to tell the truth. After he saw someone steal some bikes, now he has to see that person in a courtroom and tell the court what he did. To help calm Danny's fears on the big day, his parents call the Helper Hounds--and there's no better pup for the job than Spooky. Spooky was involved in a crime herself--she lost her leg after being shot by a police officer who thought she was dangerous. The officer learned from his mistake and became...