Most Popular Books by Gail Herman

"Prilla is searching for the perfect pumpkin. Whill she find it in time for the Fall Ball?"--P. [4] of cover.

At the Kixtown Junior Karate Tournament, sports announcer Buzz Star helps student reporter Isobel Taft identify and use contractions.

The suspenseful tale of a lonely cat in search of a friend comes with a 26-piece tray puzzle that contains a hidden clue to solve a mystery.

Teaches reading comprehension, character recognition, vocabulary, spelling.

The gang is stuck indoors because of a spooky storm.

Nine-year-old twins Ava and Rosie are headed for adventure. City kids, they don''t know what to expect from a small zoo in Iowa-and they have to live there for the rest of the year while their mom writes a book! Being away from the busy city and their friends feels like punishment, but Dad sets up a project for them all-running a zoo camp for students to attend during spring break. That could be cool, but as they''re getting ready, the kids realize that some of the animals are missing! They''ll have to solve the mystery-fast-before the campers arrive. Perfect for reluctant, challenged, and newly fluent readers, the Animal Planet Adventures chapter book series combines fun animal mysteries with cool nonfiction sidebars that relate to the stories, bringing the best of the animal world to young readers. With full-color illustrations and photographs throughout. Collect all of the Animal Planet Adventures books, including Amy and Elliott''s story Puppy Rescue Riddle.

When Scooby finds an old map, the mystery begins. Ghosts, pizza pies, and buried treasure?

"It''s Halloween in Coolsville and Scooby and the gang are invited to a super-groovy Halloween party!"--P. [4] of cover.

Once again, Ms. Frizzle gets her class right in the "thick" of things--this time, they''re right in the thick ooze of an underwater volcano''s magma chamber! As Arnold and Carlos watch from a raft above, the Magic School Bus "erupts" with the magma and lava, and lands atop a brand-new island! Full color.

Scooby-Doo and the gang are going on a road trip, but Yikes! Suddenly everything turns spooky when a thunderstorm forces the gang to stay overnight at the "Creepy Motel." Is it really haunted? Find out in a new Scooby-Doo Reader.

Tying into the popular Makers Movement, Makers Make it Work is a series of fun easy-to-read stories that focus on problem-solving and hands-on action. With bright, eye-catching art and explanatory sidebars with additional information on the topic, these books show kids how to use their hands, their heads, their creativity, and their problem-solving skills to overcome every challenge facing them. Jake is the best athlete in his class. Everyone wants him on their team for Color Day! But then Jake trips and gets badly hurt. How can he help his team win with a broken leg? With the Makers Make It Work series, any kid can be a Maker! Each book also includes an activity for young makers to try themselves. (Topic: Baking).

Find out all about the Summer Olympics in this informative book.

During summer vacations, cousins Luke and Sarah help out at their grandparents'' petting zoo. But what happens when the animals get loose overnight? Can Luke and Sarah use their knowledge of animals and their awesome problem-solving skills to get the animals back to safety? Perfect for reluctant, challenged, and newly fluent readers, the Animal Planet Adventures chapter book series combines fun animal mysteries with cool nonfiction sidebars that relate directly to the stories, bringing the best of the animal world to young readers. With full-color illustrations and photographs throughout. Collect all of the Animal Planet Adventures, including Maddie and Atticus''s story Dolphin Rescue.

A compilation of three chapter books.

Buzz Star joins his friends Michaela Fillups and Flip Franklin to cover the State Finals Junior Swim Meet for P-L-A-Y TV. As Michaela and Flip splash to first place, Buzz teaches them some helpful writing rules. Dive in to the All-Star Activity and you’ll bring home the gold medal!

Grab your skis, ice skates, and snowboard and learn how the Winter Olympic Games became a worldwide phenomenal event watched by millions. Although fans the world over have been fascinated by the modern Summer Olympics since 1896, the Winter Olympics didn''t officially begin until 1924. The event celebrates cold-weather sports, displaying the talents of skiers, ice skaters, hockey players, and, most recently, snowboarding. Like its summer counterpart, the Winter Games are dedicated to bringing together the world''s top athletes to honor their talents and see who gets to stand on the medal podium. Gail Herman covers it all in a wonderful read--the highs, such as the 1980 US hockey team''s unexpected gold medal grab, as well as the lows, including the Tonya Harding-Nancy Kerrigan figure-skating scandal in 1994. Includes 80 black-and-white illustrations and a 16-page photo insert.

Scooby-Doo investigates ghosts on a Louisiana island and finds zombies

Dinosaurs walk the earth once again in this story of adventure and danger.

The wife of Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King was a civil rights leader in her own right, playing a prominent role in the African American struggle for racial equality in the 1960s. Here''s a gripping portrait of a smart, remarkable woman. Growing up in Alabama, Coretta Scott King graduated valedictorian from her high school before becoming one of the first African American students at Antioch College in Ohio. It was there that she became politically active, joining the local chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). After her marriage to Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta took part in the Civil Rights Movement. Following her husband''s assassination in 1968, she assumed leadership of the movement. Later in life she was an advocate for the Women''s Rights Movement, LGBT rights, and she worked to end apartheid in South Africa.

Sam is excited to get his very first library card. He loves to read books, and now he can take them home with him. But Sam learns that having a library card means being responsible. Full color.

Scooby-Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang must try to stop the werewolf that invades the Midnight Madness Balloon Races.

While Scooby-Doo and the gang visit Fred''s Aunt Lucy, a lighthouse keeper, they must figure out how to stop the zombies that are terrorizing them.

Scooby and Shaggy think the woods are haunted when the gang goes on a camping trip.

Scooby-Doo and the gang try to track down little green aliens.

Scooby-Doo suspects that the Hex Girls, a rock group that pretends to be witches, is not pretending

Annie is sure second grade is going to be absolutely terrible in this All Aboard Reading*, Level 2 edition. Full color.

As a kid, Jackie Robinson loved sports. And why not? He was a natural at football, basketball, and, of course, baseball. But beyond athletic skill, it was his strength of character that secured his place in sports history. In 1947 Jackie joined the Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking the long-time color barrier in major league baseball. It was tough being first- not only did "fans" send hate mail but some of his own teammates refused to accept him. Here is an inspiring sports biography, with black-and-white illustrations throughout.

Bob and Rob Headley, a two-headed monster, love doing everything together, especially playing catcher on a team in the Little Monster League.

Ariel''s sisters give her a shimmering star necklace, but when a young girl named Laurel goes missing, Ariel''s new necklace may hold the key to finding Laurel.

When the Mystery Machine gets a flat tire, Scooby-Doo and friends seek help at a spooky castle.

"Ariel''s sister Adella is having a birthday celebration. It''s going to be a fun-filled day complete with a birthday concert, and Ariel is excited about visiting her famiily. She only wishes Prince Eric could go, too. At the party, Adella wishes that Ariel could stay. That very moment, a rare solar eclipse hits, and Adella''s wish comes true! Will Ariel ever be able to break the spell and return to Eric--and her life as a human?"--P. [4] of cover.