A boy has some amazing excuses for being late for school in this "fantastical tale . . . A whimsical romp" ( School Library Journal).First, some giant ants stole breakfast.Then there were the evil ninjas, massive ape, mysterious mole people, giant blob, and countless other daunting (and astonishing) detours along the way to school. Are these excuses really why this student is late? Or is there another explanation that is even more outrageous than t...

An irresistible meditation on the quest for connection, from the bestselling author of I Didn't Do My Homework Because . . .When an elephant falls in love, he does many foolish things. He hides when the elephant-object of his affection is around. He writes dozens of letters that he will never send. And he tries to be healthy but ends up finishing the cheesecake.This soulful book is at once relatable and revealing, a reminder that ...