New Releases by Thomas Kingsley Troupe

Cliff and his fellow Cyber Sleuths investigate a local bigfoot sighting by debunking unreliable evidence being shared online.

When an online star claims to have discovered the lost city of Atlantis, Nick Pendelton and his fellow "cyber sleuths" are convinced the evidence is faked and set out to uncover the truth.

While on a family hunting trip, Adriana must find a way to get along with her obnoxious cousin Frankie.

Thirteen-year-old Wes is on his first ever fishing trip to Leech Lake in northern Minnesota with his best friend Josh and Josh''s family and he is more skeptical than enthusiastic--but when he hears the stories about catching a gigantic ''Muskie'', he is hooked.

Your brother went missing looking for the Lost Dutchman''s Gold Mine in the Arizona mountains and you have several paths to pursue, some of which may get you killed, and it is up to the reader to decide which way you will go.

Think a soccer match begins with the opening kickoff? Think again! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, go behind the scenes of a typical game day in professional soccer--from prepping the pitch and cleaning cleats to player escorts and jersey swaps. This fast-paced, fact-filled book will give soccer fans, young and old, a brand-new perspective on major league soccer.

Underdog miracles, dynasty defeats, and much more! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, discover the all-time greatest upsets in sports history. Read about the Celtics'' unbelievable win against the unstoppable Lakers in the 1969 NBA Finals. Discover more about USA Hockey''s miraculous defeat of the Soviet Union at the 1980 Winter Olympics. And don''t forget the underdog Jets'' remarkable win over the Colts in Super Bowl III. With eye-popping photographs and heart-pounding text, this book will turn any sports fan into a reading all-star!

Game-ending errors, on-the-court meltdowns, and more! In this Sports Illustrated Kids book, discover the all-time worst fails in sports history. Karl Malone''s missed free throws in the 1997 NBA Finals against the Chicago Bulls. Catcher Hank Gowdy of the New York Giant''s tripping on his own mask and dropping the ball in 1924. Pete Sampras smashing the ball out of bounds and losing Wimbledon to George Bastl. Read about game-ending errors, on-the-court meltdowns, and more in this epic book of fails. Missing this book--jam-packed with eye-popping photos and heart-pounding text--would be an epic failure for any sports fan.

The Garbage Gang builds a bowling alley, and they meet Gordy''s bowling ball, Beau. Beau likes to knock down pins, so the gang wonders, "Are bowling balls bullies?" Fortunately, Beau helps them learn all about forces and motion, and soon they discover the answer to their burning question.

Being in a wheelchair prevents Iako from hitting the real gridiron, but he makes up for it by being a whiz at the video game, Football Blitz, so when the opportunity arises, Iako enters an esports tournament to prove he can compete as well as anyone else.

When Wally Featherby''s hedgehog starts to appear all over his house his friends investigate the mystery and soon discover hundreds of hedgehogs overrunning the city.

Ever since Ben Tajima found a toy boat on the Chicago Riverwalk, strange things have been happening. Ben keeps seeing a ghostly boy everywhere: the swimming pool, the living room . . . But who is the boy? What is he looking for? And what will happen when he finds it?

"Marisa Conchito wants to make an old-fashioned vampire movie for her online audience, and she has decided that her older brother Lorenzo will make a good vampire (certainly scarier than the kids who have auditioned) and Lorenzo''s friend Jeff has volunteered his uncle Felix''s house as a set; Felix was an actor in horror movies, and his house is definitely creepy, in fact, he is pretty creepy himself (especially since Jeff thought he was dead)--there is just one rule: Do not go into the basement."--

The reader''s choices determine whether three friends will survive after being mysteriously transported back in time to the Neolithic Era, when humans were first learning to farm and harvest and to domesticate animals.

You don''t need to be a special ops soldier or possess special abilities in real life to defeat your opponents and claim the prize. With plenty of practice, quick wits, and quicker reflexes, players of Overwatch, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and other action games can hit the big-time on the esports scene. Championship titles, fame, and huge cash prizes await the very best players. But it takes a lot of hard work to become the best. Learn all about first-person action game esports leagues and what it takes to compete full-time as a professional esport gamer.

After one of her photos shows a shadowy figure, Isabella Rodriguez learns that Hollywood Hills, California, is haunted. Now the ghost in the photo won’t leave Isa alone. She’s trying to communicate with Isa . . . but what does she want?

Chester, New Jersey, is said to be haunted by the Hookerman, the ghost of a former railroad worker with a missing hand. Some say he wanders at night looking for it. There isn’t anything Kara and Natalie can do to help the ghost now . . . is there?

Manchac Swamp in New Orleans, Louisiana, is rumored to be haunted, but Josh doesn’t believe it. When his coworker crashes their airboat, leaving them stranded, they find the souls of a long-ago town. Will the boys find their way out, or will they join the lost souls of Manchac Swamp?

Local Key West, Florida, lore claims Robert the Doll is haunted, but Alejandro Padillo doesn’t believe it. Yet strange things start to happen after Al visits Robert. Is the doll tormenting Al? And if so, what will Al have to do to get Robert to stop?

Calling all musicians Are you looking for a way to boost your songs to the next level? Music videos can help your music shine Learn how to plan, shoot, edit, and perform a music video. Capstone 4D videos provide added content to help guide you on your film-making journey. It''s time to be a star-a video star, that is

Ever wonder how people create such engaging video blogs? Learn how to plan, shoot, edit, and post vlogs. It''s time to put your video-blogging skills to the test. And action!

Do you love stop-motion animation? Try shooting a stop-motion video yourself! Learn how to plan, cast, shoot, and edit an stop-motion video. Capstone 4D videos provide extra content to help guide you on your film-making journey. It''s time to put your creativity to the test. And action!

"Explores the history, format, training, and controversies involved in modern fighting game esport tournaments"--

What''s the first day of kindergarten like? Covering all the basics, from lockers and bathroom etiquette to playground rules and afternoon snack time, My First Day of School walks young readers through a typical first, first day of school, complete with kid-friendly, 1st-person narration and playful yet realistic illustrations.

What rules do I need to follow at school? In Schools Have Rules, young readers learn that being part of a strong, diverse school community means raising your hand, taking turns, being kind, listening É Paired with playful yet realistic illustrations, a 1st-person student narrator shows kids best practices, focusing on character education aspects.

When times are tough, you pull yourself up and push yourself to the top ... of a beanstalk ... where you might get schooled in forces and motion by a STEM-loving giant named Dennis. At least that''s what happens to Jack in this delicious twist on a classic fairy tale, supported by critical thinking questions and a glossary of key physics terms.

How do I stay safe at school? Fire drills, tornado drills, lockdowns É School bus safety, playground rules, lunchroom do''s and don''ts É Staying Safe at School defines the many ways school communities keep their members safe, using bright, full-color illustrations and kid-friendly text delivered by a 1st-person student narrator with whom young readers can easily identify.

Bravely storming the beaches of Normandy. Holding down the front lines while under attack from the enemy. Battling enemy fighters through the streets of a wartorn city. Fans of combat video games enjoy these scenarios and many more. But what is the true story behind today''s popular battle games? What was it really like to fight in World War II battles? Who were the real leaders and commanders during the world''s biggest wars? How do today''s soldiers really combat enemy fighters in foreign countries? Compare true history to today''s popular video games and learn if they portray history accurately, or if the truth gets twisted to create a more exciting game-playing experience.

Ever wish you could roam prehistoric Earth as a dinosaur? Join Valerie as she transforms into a birdlike Velociraptor Step back in time and learn all about a Velociraptor''s habitat, body, abilities, and more - all from its feathered perspective.

Sandy beaches, tiny arrows, and knee-high trees. What has the Library turned into this time? The Nightingale Library pages are up against armies of tiny people on the island of Lilliput from Gulliver''s Travels. Meanwhile their giant arch enemies have lost track of their giant pet monkey, who''s loose in the Library!