New Releases by Rhody Cohon

Find out about the life cycle of stars from their fiery beginning to their spectacular end.

When Benjamin Franklin decides to quit, it’s up to the Blast to the Past friends to find him and get history back on track in this sixth book in the Blast to the Past series. Abigail and her friends can’t believe it—Babs Magee has finally convinced someone to quit, and that someone is Benjamin Franklin! Not only is he an important Founding Father, he invented the lightning rod, bifocals, and more. Babs is making a terrible mess of history, and it’s up to the third-grade time travelers to put things right. But no matter how far back the kids go, Babs is always one step ahead of them. Will they be able to find Ben and stop Babs in time to save history?

Abigail and her friends are in the middle of a Monday afternoon group project when Mr. C tells them it’s time to jump back to the past. They’re super-excited, even though this time things are more complicated than ever… The kids have to convince Sacagawea not to give up on her dream. But they don’t know what Sacagawea’s dream is! Sure, they know that explorers Lewis and Clark mapped a route leading out West. But what does that have to do with the teenage Native American? Can Abigail and her group find Sacagawea, figure out what her dream is, and convince her to stick with it—all in just two hours?

Abigail is getting restless. It’s been three weeks and she hasn''t time traveled once! Luckily it’s Monday again, so when Mr. Caruthers asks the class, “What if Alexander Graham Bell quit and never invented the telephone?” Abigail knows it’s time to go back to the past—this time, to 1876! But when the kids find Professor Bell, he has given up on the telephone. In fact, he is hard at work on a new invention! Abigail and her friends have to get him back on track, but can they make a connection with the most stubborn inventor they’ve ever met?

Which do you follow: your head or your heart? When Sylvie loses the diamond from her late mother''s ring, her best friend, Cherise, insists it''s a sign that love is about to enter Sylvie''s life. Yeah, right. Sylvie doesn''t believe in signs -- she only stargazes through her telescope. But she also knows Cherise won''t drop it, so to humor her Sylvie agrees to date the next boy who asks. Sure enough, a new guy appears in school, and Sylvie''s the object of his affection. Maybe Cherise was right after all? But when the sparks don''t fly and Cherise thinks Sylvie''s just scared, Sylvie ends up confiding in an old friend. Could finding the perfect guy be as rare as catching a shooting star?

The lovable little blue heroes, the Smurfs, are finally coming to the big screen! Columbia Pictures and Sony Pictures Animation will release the movie in 3-D and 2-D on July 29, 2011. Sure to be a summer blockbuster, this film has something for the whole family: live action, CG technology, and chocked full of adventure and fun! Based on the ever popular cartoon, The Smurfs movie follows the smurfs from their animated medieval European forest village to the live-action present day, hustle and bustle of New York/New Jersey. Pursued by the ever evil wizard, Gargamel, the Smurfs have to navigate this unfamiliar world and try to find a way back home. Along the way they meet the Winslow family, and the friendship they form turns out not only to be valuable to The Smurfs but to The Winslow''s as well. The Smurfs'' tremendous sense of community, loyalty, and their simple approach toward life is a stark contrast to the everyday distractions and technology that fill The Winslow''s lives. In the end, in typical Smurf fashion, the lovable blue creatures will prevail while helping to bring this fractured family closer together. This BIG adventure, will be the most action-packed, funniest, and Smurfiest adventure yet!

The Lewis and Clark expedition is trapped in the Rocky Mountains. The explorers are starving. What will the men do to survive? Chang Han and Wen Lin are Chinese laborers building the Transcontinental Railroad. Blasting the rock would be easier and faster than digging. Who will take the new explosive into the tunnel? Read these stories to find out.

A routine trip to the museum for Steve and Lizzie Baez turns out to be a "gem" of a mystery A diamond necklace is stolen! A jogging group''s Fun Run turns into a Crime Run after a bank robbery. How will Steve and Lizzie figure out who did it? Read these mysteries to find out.

The story of three civil rights workers who were murdered in Neshoba County, Mississippi, in 1964.

How did Pocahontas, a Native American girl, help the Jamestown colony and influence American history? What remarkable adventures did Squanto, a Native American from Massachusetts, have that put him in a unique position to help the Pilgrims? Read this book to find out.

Two children lost in the woods find a house made of treats. But it is owned by a witch! An odd little man helps a young woman turn straw into gold for a terrible price. How will they get out of their difficult situations? Read these stories to find out.

Brer Rabbit needs to get milk from Sis Cow to feed his family. Terrapin wants to beat that bragging Rabbit in a race and teach him a lesson. How will these clever characters do it? Read this book to find out.

Life is delicious in the town of Chewandswallow, until the weather takes a turn for the worse.

Discusses the life and career of the Native American astronaut, covering his personal life, professional achievements, and the challenges he has faced.

Goku thought he was a normal high school student until he found out he''s actually a martial-arts whiz with all kinds of powers. Now he and his fellow teen warriors are on a quest to find all the Dragon Balls before they fall into the wrong hands. But they may already have! Goku must battle the evil Piccolo with all he''s got to save the planet Earth!

Goku was a normal high school student until he found out he''s actually a martial-arts whiz kid. Together with his new group of teen warriors, he must save the whole world from a madman who is looking for the seven Dragon Balls--legendary devices that can magically make any wish come true. Can a regular guy like Goku become the strongest fighter of all in time to stop the end of the world?

"Screenplay by Ben Ramsey. Based upon the graphic novel series ''Dragonball'' by Akira Toriyama."

Goku and his new friends must battle the evil Piccolo with all they''ve got. The whole universe hangs in the balance! Based on the hit action film from 20th Century Fox.

Features a biography of the challenges different people faced during their lives. This series includes information about each celebrity''s personal lives and romantic relationships, in addition to his or her professional achievements, as well as individual philanthropic efforts.

Features a biography of the challenges different people faced during their lives. This series includes information about each celebrity''s personal lives and romantic relationships, in addition to his or her professional achievements, as well as individual philanthropic efforts.

The Blast to the Past gang gets the chance to impact civil rights when they meet Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and give him their vote of confidence in this fourth book in the Blast to the Past series. It’s another exciting Monday for Abigail, Zack, Jacob, and Bo—they are going to jump back to the past to meet Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.! The kids need to convince Dr. King not to get discouraged and to lead one of his famous voting rights marches. And they’ve got to do it with the twins’ baby brother, Gabe, in tow! This mission will be more challenging—and more surprising—than any that they’ve faced so far. Luckily, they’ll get some help from two very special people...

Looks at the life and career of the actor known for the films "Bad Boys," "Big Momma''s House," and "Open Season," and the television show "Martin."

Abigail, Jacob, Zack, and Bo travel back in time to meet Betsy Ross and stop Babs Magee from taking credit for sewing the first American flag.

Abigail and her friends travel back to the time of the American Revolutionary War and must convince General Washington to remain in Valley Forge.

It''s Monday again, and for Abigail, jacob, Zack, and Bo, that means it''s time-travel day! This week the kids can''t believe their luck: they''re going to meet Walt !

A brand-new series begins, featuring a third-grade class and the teacher who takes them back in time to explore history. This title asks the question: What if Abraham Lincoln never freed the slaves? Will the kids be able to convince Lincoln to do what history expects of him? Illustrations.