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Origami Yoda Pack: The Strange Case of Origami Yoda / Darth Paper Strikes Back: An Origami Yoda Book (Origami Yoda)


Tom Angleberger
    In these hilarious bestsellers, Dwight's finger-puppet, Origami Yoda, always saves the day, but what happens when Darth Paper appears on the scene?

The Elementia Chronicles (3): Part 2 Herobrine's Message


Sean Fay Wolfe - 2016
    

Touchdown Pass


Clair Bee - 1948
    Now, today's youth can follow the adventures of Chip Hilton, the sports-loving hero who will capture their hearts and direct them toward developing solid character, lasting values, and keen athletic skills.

Wwe Triple H: Reading 3 Alone


Brian Shields - 2009
    Read all about his finishing and signature moves, nicknames, signature taunts and managers. All WWE programming, talent names, images, likenesses, slogans, wrestling moves, trademarks, logos and copyrights are the exclusive property of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. and its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, logos and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. (c) 2009 World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Strike Zone


Jim Bouton - 1994
    On the mound is 32-year-old Sam Ward--it's his last chance to justify all he has sacrificed for this ultimate start. Behind the plate is aging umpire Ernie Kolacka, who has reasons to use his position to fix the game.

Nashville #1-10: The Complete Series


Inglath Cooper - 2017
    One thousand plus pages of contemporary romance set in the heart of country music. Ever thought a dream might pass you by? Nineteen-year old CeCe Mackenzie is determined to make her dreams come true. She heads for Nashville with not much more to her name than a guitar, a Walker Hound named Hank Junior and an old car she'd inherited from her grandma called Gertrude. But when Gertrude ends up on the side of I-40 in flames, Nashville has never seemed farther away. Help arrives in the form of two Georgia football players headed for the Nashville dream as well. When Holden Ashford and Thomas Franklin stop to offer CeCe and Hank Junior a ride, fate may just give a nod to serendipity and meant to be. Because while CeCe is chasing after her dream, she might find love as well. "Amazing and heartfelt! I couldn't stop reading! From the beginning till the end I was captured. Its like I know the characters personally. And to experience their passion of music is phenomenal. The dilemmas they go through is so realistic and easy to relate to. Definitely recommending this series!" - A. Mandy. "Sweet, easy, wonderful. Inglath Cooper draws you in with her words and her amazing characters. It is a joy to pick up these books. There is just the right amount of love and romance with the perfect dose of reality. The dialogue is relatable and you just fall in love with the story. Highly recommend you buy the box set. You won't want to wait a second to pick up the next book!" - Ready2Read. "I love this new series. Each installment is well written, great characters and plot. I can't wait for the next book in this series and will re-read this whole series again and again." - JoanneW.

Road Trip! (SpongeBob SquarePants)


Adam Beechen - 2011
    SpongeBob and Patrick are on the ultimate road trip when they set out in the Krusty Krab Patty Wagon to save King Neptune's crown from Shell City! They will travel through a cavernous trench and meet a monstrous frogfish, see a stampede of sea horses, and meet a giant Cyclops!

Yours Truly, Skye O'Shea


Megan Shull - 2003
    Yours Truly, Skye O'Shea is capers starring sixth-grader Skye.

Ramona the Brave / Ramona Quimby, Age 8


Beverly Cleary - 1981
    She’s worried about starting school and it doesn’t help that so many other changes are going on in the Quimby house. And when Ramona finally takes her place in her new classroom, she realizes that first grade is not for cowards.Ramona Quimby, Age 8Now that Ramona is eight, she can go to a new school with a new teacher and ride the bus all by herself. But after school, Ramona has to stay with Mrs. Kemp and be nice to bratty Willa Jean. Back at home, Mr. Quimby’s going to college and Mrs. Quimby’s going to work. All the Quimbys have to adjust, and Ramona gets her chance to prove that she's "big enough for her family to depend on."

Mr. Strike Out


Jake Maddox - 2006
    After learning about the great Babe Ruth, David becomes determined to become a good all-around player, which means he'll have to learn how to bat.

Middle School Millionaires


Roderick J. Robison - 2013
    But when the other schools and town facil-ities ask for recycling barrels too, their businesstakes off. They earn much more than pocket change.And the funny thing is, nobody but the janitors knowthe recycling barrels are owned by the two young en-trepreneurs. The money rolls in…but trouble follows.The principal suspects they’re up to something. Theeighth grade bully tries to capitalize on their new-found wealth. And the competition, the town’s largestrecycling contractor—tries to put them out of business.Their real trouble begins though, when the principal,superintendent of schools, and mayor learn the recyclingbarrels are owned by two middle school students. Theythink they’ve been misled; a suspension hearing ensues.Everything Kirk and Tommy have worked so hard for isin jeopardy. They’re on the brink of loosing it all—but ifthey can survive the ordeal, they just might become…Middle School Millionaires.

Look Who's Playing First Base


Matt Christopher - 1972
    But when Yuri starts flubbing plays and the team's star player threatens to quit as a result, Mike is not sure Yuri is such a good choice after all-for a teammate or for a friend. It appears as if Mike will have to choose between his friendship with Yuri and his loyalty to the team-or is there another solution?

The Kick Off


Dan Freedman - 2007
    But after he wrecks his chances at the trials, the pressure's on to prove himself.

The First Horse I See


Sally M. Keehn - 1999
    Her grandfather warns her: don't fall in love with the first horse that you see. But Willo does--with Tess, a feisty ex-racehorse who has been mistreated by her former owners. Despite her father's doubts, Willo is convinces she can tame her. She has her trainer, Diana, and Diana's handsome and horse-smart son wants to help. But in the end, it comes down to Willo. . . . Can she handle the wild Tess alone? "Fast-moving and complex. Willo is a resilient and believable heroine with whom readers will empathize."--SLJ, starred review

How I Survived Middle School: Books #1-6


Nancy E. Krulik - 2008
    I Really Like You.