Best Selling Books by Abby Klein

With more than one million copies sold, this series is a huge Scholastic Book Clubs success. Klein presents a diverse community of 1st graders facing real issues that matter to this age group.The 100th day of school is approaching, and to mark the occasion, Freddy and his classmates must each collect and bring to school 100 of something. Freddy is overwhelmed by the thought, then he has a great idea to collect 100 shark trading cards. But he only has 21 cards! How will be get another 79 before the 100th day of school? Even if he had the money, his mom would NEVER let him buy that much bubble gum. Join Freddy as he plots the perfcet plan to reach his goal.The Ready, Freddy! series has content, humor, characters and vocabulary perfect for the early chapter-book reader.

Everyone''s favorite first grader and shark lover is back in a Christmas adventure!Merry Christmas, Freddy! Freddy''s cousins, twin sisters Kasey and Kelly, are coming for the holidays. Things are always more fun when the twins are around -- but they''re also a lot more crazy! Freddy can''t wait to find out what trouble the girls get into this time.

With more than one million copies in print, READY, FREDDY! has been a huge success in Scholastic''s Book Clubs.It''s Valentine''s Day, and Freddy wants to make a special card just for his friend Jessie. But Freddy is afraid the other children in his first grade class will laugh at him. How can he keep it a secret? Join Freddy as he tries to cut and paste his way to Jessie''s heart.With content, humor, characters, and vocabulary that are perfect for the chapter-book reader--it''s time to get ready for Freddy!

With more than two million copies sold, READY, FREDDY! is a huge success with first-grade readers!It''s a Thanksgiving disaster for Freddy Thresher! When his first-grade class begins planning the annual Thanksgiving play, everyone will have a role. Freddy''s friends are all happy to be Pilgrims and Indians, but there is one part that nobody wants to be-the turkey! Freddy hopes he won''t get the part, but-you guessed it-he gets the unlucky role. Now Freddy has to find a way to play the turkey while everyone is laughing at him.

Freddy is back -- and he''s ready for second grade! Freddy likes his new second-grade teacher, but he doesn''t like being stuck with Max and Chloe -- especially since his best friend, Robbie, is in another class! Is Freddy ready to reach out to the new student, Josh, and make a friend?

With more than one million copies in print, READY, FREDDY! has been a huge success in Scholastic''s Book Clubs.Who is the Pumpkin Elf, and where is he? Freddy Thresher and the rest of his first-grade class follow clues to find a mysterious Halloween elf who comes to their classroom at night and plays tricks on everyone. The teacher says that the Pumpkin Elf will only leave treats if the class behaves. Can Freddy and his friends find the elf, mind their manners, and collect their pumpkin surprises?

Watch out, Junie, there''s a new kid on the block! It''s Freddy Thresher, a first grader who knows it''s a jungle out there. A new chapter book series written by an elementary teacher who''s seen it all!Freddy Thresher has a problem: a really, really, big problem. He never has anything cool to bring for show-and-tell. This week, his best friend, Robbie, has brought the most amazing artifact to share: a real alligator head. How will Freddy come up with anything as cool as that? Good news! Later that day, he finds something very unusual and exciting. If only he can get it to school without his mom, "The Neat Freak," finding out, Freddy will be the King of Show-and-Tell!

Watch out, Junie, there''s a new kid on the block! It''s Freddy Thresher, a first grader who knows it''s a jungle out there. A new chapter book series written by an elementary teacher who''s seen it all!Freddy Thresher has a problem: a really, really, big problem. He''s the only one in his class who hasn''t lost a tooth! All of the other students in Mrs. Wushy''s first grade have signed their names on the Big Tooth, and Freddy''s determined to get his name on it, too. So when Max "The Meanie" Sellars calls Freddy a baby, Freddy decides he''s going to lose that tooth one way or another, even if it means getting punched in the face at recess, or even bigger trouble, with Mom!

Freddy really wants to win the big chocolate bunny. But will Max find more eggs?

Freddy is ready -- for 2nd Grade! It''s almost Christmas, and Freddy is thrilled when his teacher tells the class that they''ll be doing a Secret Santa gift swap. He can''t wait to make a special present for one of his friends -- until Freddy picks the worst name in the class! Freddy can''t believe it, but maybe with some help from his friends he can be the best Secret Santa ever!

Everyone''s favorite 2nd-grader is in for some spooky fun! Freddy''s friends can''t wait to try the haunted hayride at the Halloween festival -- especially Freddy''s new friend, Josh. The hayride is supposed to be really scary! But when Max bets Josh that Freddy will be too much of a fraidy-cat to join them, Freddy is determined to be brave . . . no matter what!

First grader Freddy Thresher wants to beat the local bully in raising money for the animal shelter, but first he needs to learn to ride a two-wheeler.Join Freddy and his friends for another 1st grade adventure! Content, humor, characters, and vocabulary are perfect for the chapter-book reader. In this book, Freddy and his classmates participate in a Bike-A-Thon to help raise money for a local animal shelter. After Freddy and Max make a bet to see who can do the most laps, Freddy needs to learn how to ride a two-wheeler fast!

Watch out, Junie B., there''s a new kid on the block! It''s Freddy Thresher, a 1st grader who knows it''s a jungle out there. Here''s the fourth in a new series by an elementary teacher who''s seen it all."I have a problem. A really, really, big problem. I want to try out for the peewee hockey team, but so does Max . . ." Bullies are a problem in school, and Max Sellars is the worst one yet. In addition to hassling Freddy, Max also challenges him for the open spot on the peewee hockey team. Freddy''s close friend Jessie is a star hockey player, and she secretly teaches him some rules and tricks. In a warm and funny ending, Max and Freddy make peace with one another, and--in a surprising twist--end up becoming teammates.

With more than 3.2 million copies sold across all channels, READY, FREDDY! is a huge success with first-grade readers -- and this one is perfect for Christmas!Freddy can''t wait for all the toys, toys, toys he put on Christmas list! He''s sure Santa will bring him everything he''s wishing for. But when Freddy learns not every kid is as lucky as he is, he starts to wonder. Could giving presents be as much fun as getting them?

Watch out, Junie B., there''s a new kid on the block! It''s Freddy Thresher, a 1st grader who knows it''s a jungle out there. The sixth in a new series by an elementary school teacher who''s seen it all."I have a problem. A really, really, big problem. I keep having these nightmares about a vampire."Freddy''s horrible nightmares are keeping him awake all night. Now he''s so tired that he falls asleep during breakfast and drools on himself while napping on the bus. He needs to get some rest--quick! But every time Freddy closes his eyes, the scary dream comes back. Will Freddy be able to outwit the vampire with the help of his best friend, his big sister, and his parents?

Freddy''s success at the science fair is in jeopardy when he mother throws out his project.

With more than one million copies sold, this series has been a huge Scholastic Book Clubs success. Klein presents a diverse community of 1st graders facing real issues that matter to this age group.All the kids in Freddy''s class want to be chosen to take home the class hamster for the weekend. Freddy can hardly believe his good luck when he is chosen. But he''s forgotten that his mom is a total Neat Freak and can''t stand the idea of having animals in the house. Can Freddy hide the hamster from his mom? And what will happen when the hamster gets loose and starts running around the house? (They always do.) Join Freddy in a typical first-grade adventure filled with humor perfect for this reading age.

With more than 3.2 million copies sold across all channels, READY, FREDDY! is a huge success with first-grade readers!It''s Halloween time, and Freddy is already spooked -- something has been making strange noises in his family''s attic! Can Freddy solve the mystery, or will he be too frightened to find out?

With four books out and terrific Book Club sales success, Ready, Freddy! is an enormously popular school series by an elementary school teacher who has seen it all.Get to know Freddy Thresher, the first grade shark expert with an uncanny knack for mischief. Join Freddy in this adventure as he schemes and scrimps, trying to earn enough money to buy an awesome fossilized shark tooth. Packed with humor, illustrations, and even factual information about sharks, the Ready, Freddy! series is perfect for the chapter book reader.

Watch out, Junie B., there''s a new kid on the block! It''s Freddy Thresher, a 1st grader who knows it''s a jungle out there. Here''s the third in a new series by an elementary teacher who''s seen it all.Freddy Thresher has a problem: a really, really, big problem. His teacher wants the class to do reports on nocturnal animals, and everybody but Freddy has a really cool animal to study. How will Freddy find one? When his best friend, Robbie, says the two boys should have a sleepover and sneak outside at night, Freddy makes a huge mistake and ends up getting his late-night wish in a very unexpected way!

Freddy is back in a brand-new story about a visit to the county fair! What could be more fun than the county fair? Freddy and his friends can''t wait to go -- but Max is sure that Freddy will be too scared to go on any of the rides. Freddy is determined to prove Max wrong... but is he brave enough to face the Giant Swing?

With more than two million copies sold, this series is a huge Scholastic Book Clubs success. Klein presents a diverse community of 1st graders facing real issues that matter to this age group.Max, the biggest bully in first grade, just can''t believe that Freddy Thresher and his best friend, Robbie, are going on a camping trip this weekend. Worse yet, Freddy''s sister, Suzie, has bet him a full week''s worth of chores that he''ll be too much of a scaredy-cat to spend the whole night in the wild! And, even though Freddy is a little bit worried, he sure isn''t going to let Suzie win a bet that involves cleaning the basement! Shark head flashlight, sleeping back, tent, and S''more supplies in tow, Freddy, Robbie, and Mr. Thresher head off to the camp grounds for a weekend of campfire fun.

Freddy is ready -- for 2nd Grade! It''s snowing, and Freddy couldn''t be more excited. Snowball fights, forts -- and a snow day break from school! If only the biggest bully in second grade, Max, hadn''t dared him to sled down Cherry Hill. That hill is so steep and scary, Freddy''s never taken his sled to the top -- but maybe with the help of his friends, this could be the best snow day ever!

With more than 3.2 million copies sold across all channels, READY, FREDDY! is a huge success with first-grade readers!Freddy''s first-grade class is learning all about penguins -- including the fact that some species are endangered. When Freddy suggests a penny drive to help save the penguins, everyone loves the idea. But Freddy can''t find his penny jar! How will he save the penguins now?

Watch out, Junie B., there''s a new kid on the block! It''s Freddy Thresher, a 1st grader who knows it''s a jungle out there. Here''s the fifth in a new series by an elementary teacher who''s seen it all."I have a problem. A really, really, big problem. My class is having a talent show, and I have no talent!"Everyone''s excited about the first grade Grandparents Day talent show--everyone except Freddy. He thinks he has no talent, and bully Max Sellars''s teasing is making him feel even worse! But when Freddy''s dad teaches him some magic tricks, it just might make Freddy a star, AND get Max off his back. Tricks are tricky though, and when things go awry, Freddy must count on Papa Dave and his sister Suzie to make some extra-special magic happen, both for the talent show, and for Max!

Join Freddy and his friends for another 1st grade adventure! The eighth in the popular series by an elementary school teacher who''s seen it all.Meet Freddy Thresher, a boy who has a nose for trouble and a last name that''s made him an expert on sharks. You can learn more about sharks, too, in Freddy''s Shark Journal at the back of the book. And see if you can find the word "fin" hidden in every picture! With content, humor, characters, and vocabulary that are perfect for the chapter-book reader--it''s time to get ready for Freddy!

Freddy''s favorite band is having a contest -- make a video of their new song and win tickets and backstage passes to the concert! There''s going to be so much competition, though. Freddy definitely needs help from his friends, and maybe even ... his sister?

Freddy is excited about the class trip to the aquarium, particularly to see the sharks, but he does not know if he is a big enough shark fan to pass the shark quiz.

Look out, second grade -- here comes trouble!From the author of the bestselling Ready, Freddy! series comes a whole new set of adventures! Freddy''s twin cousins, Kasey and Kelly, are twice the fun, and DOUBLE the TROUBLE!Kelly and Kasey are twin sisters who share everything -- especially their knack for causing trouble!In the first book of this hilarious new series, the twins can''t wait for Pet Day at school. They have so many pets to choose from! Should they bring Zippy the turtle? Honey Buns the rabbit? Skippy the hamster? Harry the tarantula?Whatever they decide, one thing is certain: Pet Day is going to be trouble!

Look out, second grade -- here comes trouble!Twin sisters Kelly and Kasey are always getting into some kind of trouble. So of course April Fool''s is their favorite holiday! This year the twins have plans to fool everyone, all day long -- including the ultimate trick. This year, Kelly and Kasey are pulling a twin switcheroo! But can they fool the whole second grade?

With more than 3.2 million copies sold, READY, FREDDY! is a huge success with first-grade readers -- and this title is perfect for fire safety month!Freddy Thresher''s first-grade class is taking an exciting field trip -- to the local fire station, where they''ll learn safety tips and how firefighters do their jobs! Come along as veteran first-grade teacher Abby Klein delights young readers with another engaging story about Freddy and his friends.

Everyone''s favorite first grader is back -- and ready to go green!Freddy''s first-grade class is learning all about Earth Day, and all about the little things that even kids can do to help the planet. If Freddy can complete all ten points on the Earth Day Challenge list, he gets to join Team Green!Just in time for Earth Day and filled with fun activities that readers can easily try at home, Save the Earth! is perfect for Ready Freddy fans who want to go green!

With more than 3.2 million copies sold across all channels, READY, FREDDY! is a huge success with first-grade readers!Freddy Thresher''s first-grade class is taking a field trip to the local apple orchard. Best of all, whoever finds the hidden wooden apples among the real fruit will win $5! But can Freddy get to the prize before Max cheats his way to winning?

Freddy is back, and ready to compete in the Reading Race! Freddy''s class is competing in a read-a-thon, and the student who reads for the most minutes will win five free books -- and the class will win an author visit, too! Freddy plans to win this contest... even if it means staying up all night!