New Releases by Abby Klein

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?

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!

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.

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 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.

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.

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 Thresher''s at it again! And this time, there''s a snowball fight....Everybody knows shark expert Freddy Thresher is also a snowshoe whiz--or is he? When Mrs. Wushy announces that the class will be competing in the mini-Winter Olympics, everyone is excited for the competition. But, after betting Max the bully that he will win the Snowshoe Race, Freddy heads straight for snowshoe boot camp, and fast! Will Freddy be able to win gold amid sled pulls and the infamous Snowball Toss? (copy continues)

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.

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

It''s almost Halloween and Freddy thinks that there are monsters in his attic.

"Level 2: developing reader 250-750 words." --- P. [1] of cover.

"Freddy is ready for spring! But if the groundhog sees his shadow, he''ll have to slog through six more weeks of winter." --- P. [4] of cover.

Freddy can''t wait for his Christmas presents, but what about the children who are less fortunate than Freddy?

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

Freddy Thresher''s first-grade class is taking an exciting field trip to the fire station, where they will learn safety tips and how to avoid fires. Come along as veteran first-grade teacher Abby Klein delights young readers with another engaging story.

Freddy and his friends are in the school''s Halloween parade. Whose costume will win a prize?

Freddy''s class is collecting canned goods for a Thanksgiving food drive, but class bully, Max, forgets to bring one.

Space cops don''t really exist...do they? Mickey didn''t think so - in fact, he had never even heard of the Galactic Police Department. But then he meets Cortis - a giant, hairy alien cop who offers to take him on the ride of his life on his cool patrol spaceship! Together, the two have amazing adventures...

Freddy and his friends are looking for leprechauns. Will they find them?

Freddy is unhappy about playing the turkey in his first-grade Thanksgiving Day play, especially with Max bullying and teasing him, but his grandfather and principal both give him ideas for making the part fun.