ONE CHILL EVENING IN BETHLEHEM, young Naomi hears of an amazing sight: at the inn's stable, there are three men rich as kings, with rubies round their necks and gold on their fingers. Eager, Naomi rushes to catch a glimpse. But by the time she arrives, the men are gone.Yet Naomi discovers a different treasure: a baby boy, with parents kind and wise. And when she receives the gift of a flute from the baby and his family, her life is transformed forever and her world is full of music. It is ...

From the city of Pompeii-frozen in time by volcanic ash and lava-to the Coliseum's famed gladiators-treated like rock stars-ancient Rome had it all: Gods and Goddesses, infamous emperors, crippling warfare, and beautiful art. Spartacus, the famous gladiator and slave, led a revolt against a tyrannical government. Conspirators violently murdered emperor Julius Caesar. Virgil wrote epic poetry, and Jesus of Nazareth was proclaimed the messiah. Learn the stories behind the famous names, all b...

Enter the world of Geronimo Stilton, where another funny adventure is always right around the corner. Each book is a fast-paced adventure with lively art and a unique format kids 7-10 will love. 'Tis the season to be jolly -- and holey cheese was I trying! But on my way to New York City to meet my family for the holidays, my luggage got switched with another mouse's... Oh, rats! Now I had to scurry all over the Big Apple trying to track down that mouse... and all my Christmas presents! And...

This year, Horrid Henry has a brilliant idea for his family's Christmas presents in this hilarious story. First appearing in Horrid Henry's Christmas Cracker, here the story is fully illustrated in colour in its own volume, perfect for Early Readers.Early Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey.In this festive...

Can Flat Stanley save Christmas in this holiday-themed chapter book adventure?Santa Claus is not his usual, jolly self. In fact, he’s in a terrible mood. He doesn’t believe that children appreciate Christmas anymore. This year, he has decided that he is not going to deliver any Christmas presents!Luckily, his daughter, Sarah Claus, knows who to call for help at the North Pole. The Lambchop family! But can they convince Santa that there are still good children in the world? ...

It’s Going to Be a Christmas The Saddle Club Will Never Forget!Stevie and Lisa can’t wait for the holidays to begin. But the Christmas season just hasn’t been the same for Carole, ever since her mother died. When the local veterinarian hires her as a temporary assistant, Carole’s mood slowly brightens. With so much to do, Carole can’t stay sad for long. By the night of Pine Hollow’s Starlight Ride, she’s in the Christmas spirit. She’s even looking forward to leading the stable’s tr...

Cooking, a concert, and cricket on the beach – it’s a Lulu Bell Christmas story!The Bell family are preparing for the best Christmas ever. There are presents to wrap, yummy food to cook and costumes to sew.But Lulu’s friends Olivia and Jo are too sad to sing in the school concert because their little cat Bonnie is missing. Can Lulu cheer them up and help find Bonnie before Christmas Eve? Maybe a special letter to Santa will help.

George burps his way through the holidays!In the first Super Special of Nancy Krulik's popular series, George stars in two stories! Between the class play and his old best friend's surprise visit, the Christmas celebrations are shaping up to be a season of fun! But of course the magic burps--an even dozen of them--put a crazy spin on all his plans. If only Santa could leave George a cure for burps under the tree!

America's favorite Italian-American cook, Lidia Bastianich, shares the story of the Christmases she used to celebrate in Italy with her five grandchildren.When Lidia was a child, she spent Christmas with her grandparents, where she learned to cook with her Nonna Rosa by preparing food in their smokehouse and kitchen. Lidia and her brother would also find a big beautiful juniper bush to cut down for their holiday tree. And they made their own holiday decorations wit...

In this story, it's almost Christmas when elves from the north arrive and want to take Nightcat away to be their king. Nightcat thinks he can help the elves and he does love helping. They offer him all the toys he could ever want and the reindeer say they'll bow to him every day. Will Nightcat become their king and leave Kitty Kingdom forever?The Kitty Castle Series is a set of beginning chapter books written for children in Grades One to Four.

Near the North Pole, an animals' Christmas party is going buggy—in a funny, punny story both kids and adults can enjoy!Located ten stops before the North Pole on the Polar Express, Forest Noel is a whimsical land where Christmas trees grow all year round. All the animals look forward to the annual Christmas party at Jingle Bell Block, but none more than Maury Chris Moose. However, this year might be a scary Christmas rather than a Merry Christmas.Maury C. M...

Curious to know what the holiday lights, carolers, and shoppers are all about, Louie the Llama embarks on an exciting journey to discover the tender and true meaning of Christmas.