Teacher Appreciation Week

Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré By Anika Aldamuy Denise, Paola Escobar (Illustrator) Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780062748683
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Published: HarperCollins - January 15th, 2019

RECIPIENT OF THE PURA BELPRÉ HONOR 

* A Today Show's Best Kids' Books of 2019 * Indie Next List Pick * Junior Library Guild Selection * 


My Teacher Is the Best! By D.J. Steinberg, Ruth Hammond (Illustrator) Cover Image
By D.J. Steinberg, Ruth Hammond (Illustrator)
$8.99
ISBN: 9780593386033
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Published: Grosset & Dunlap - March 29th, 2022

From the bestselling author of the hugely popular Kindergarten, Here I Come! comes an ode to that special teacher in every young child's life!


Dear Teacher,: A Celebration of People Who Inspire Us By Paris Rosenthal, Holly Hatam (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Paris Rosenthal, Holly Hatam (Illustrator)
$18.99
ISBN: 9780063012745
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Published: HarperCollins - March 16th, 2021

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!


I Love My Teacher! By Todd Parr Cover Image
$8.99
ISBN: 9780316541268
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - May 3rd, 2022

From admiring the way teachers foster creativity in the classroom to how they ensure all children's needs are met, Todd Parr offers an ode to everything teachers contribute to the world.

Teachers are amazing! They teach you new things, make you laugh, and help you meet new friends. They always encourage you to do your best. They make the classroom a great place to be!


I Love My Teacher! (Step into Reading) By Frances Gilbert, Eren Unten (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Frances Gilbert, Eren Unten (Illustrator)
$5.99
ISBN: 9780593430521
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Published: Random House Books for Young Readers - April 5th, 2022

Perfect for Teacher Appreciation Week! This Step 1 reader is all about how wonderful school is when you have a great teacher.


I Love My Teacher! (Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood) By Maggie Testa (Adapted by), Jason Fruchter (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Maggie Testa (Adapted by), Jason Fruchter (Illustrator)
$8.99
ISBN: 9781665904254
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Published: Simon Spotlight - January 18th, 2022

A new generation of children love Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, inspired by the classic series Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood!

Celebrate teachers with Daniel Tiger in this heartfelt board book that includes a removable foldout insert with five cards for kids to write notes to their teachers to let them know how special they are!


Teachers Rock! By Todd Parr Cover Image
$18.99
ISBN: 9780316265126
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Published: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - April 19th, 2016

A celebration of the countless ways teachers change the world!

Teachers are amazing! They teach you new things, make you laugh, and help you meet new friends. They always encourage you to do your best.


Thank You, Mr. Falker By Patricia Polacco, Patricia Polacco (Illustrator) Cover Image
$15.99
ISBN: 9780399257629
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Published: Philomel Books - April 12th, 2012

The real-life, classic story of a dyslexic girl and the teacher who would not let her fail. A perfect gift for teachers and for reading students of any age.


Matilda By Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Roald Dahl, Quentin Blake (Illustrator)
$8.99
ISBN: 9780142410370
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Published: Viking Books for Young Readers - August 16th, 2007

From the bestselling author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The BFG!

Now a musical on Broadway and streaming on Netflix!


The Unteachables By Gordon Korman Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9780062563903
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Published: Balzer + Bray - December 30th, 2019

A hilarious new middle grade novel from beloved and bestselling author Gordon Korman about what happens when the worst class of kids in school is paired with the worst teacher—perfect for fans of Ms. Bixby’s Last Day. A good choice for summer reading or anytime!


The Year of Miss Agnes By Kirkpatrick Hill Cover Image
$6.99
ISBN: 9780689851247
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Published: Margaret K. McElderry Books - May 1st, 2002

A year they'll never forget
Ten-year-old Frederika (Fred for short) doesn't have much faith that the new teacher in town will last very long. After all, they never do. Most teachers who come to their one-room schoolhouse in remote, Alaska leave at the first smell of fish, claiming that life there is just too hard.


Because of Mr. Terupt By Rob Buyea Cover Image
$8.99
ISBN: 9780375858246
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Published: Yearling - October 11th, 2011

Seven students are about to have their lives changed by one amazing teacher in this school story sequel filled with unique characters every reader can relate to.


The Wednesday Wars: A Newbery Honor Award Winner By Gary D. Schmidt Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9780547237602
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Published: Clarion Books - May 18th, 2009

In this Newbery Honor–winning novel, Gary D. Schmidt tells the witty and compelling story of a teenage boy who feels that fate has it in for him.


Ms. Bixby's Last Day By John David Anderson Cover Image
$7.99
ISBN: 9780062338181
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Published: Walden Pond Press - April 4th, 2017

New York Times Book Review Editor's Choice

A funny, heartwarming, and heartbreaking contemporary story about three boys, one teacher, and a day none of them will ever forget.


Sideways Stories from Wayside School By Louis Sachar, Adam McCauley (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Louis Sachar, Adam McCauley (Illustrator)
$9.99
ISBN: 9780380698714
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Published: HarperCollins - March 26th, 2019

Bestselling and Newbery Medal-winning author Louis Sachar knows how to make readers laugh. And there are laughs galore in perennial favorite Sideways Stories from Wayside School, the first book in the series!


Wayside School Gets a Little Stranger By Louis Sachar, Adam McCauley (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Louis Sachar, Adam McCauley (Illustrator)
$9.99
ISBN: 9780380723812
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Published: HarperCollins - March 26th, 2019

Bestselling and Newbery Medal-winning author Louis Sachar knows how to make readers laugh. And there are laughs galore in perennial favorite Wayside School Gets a Little Stranger


Wayside School Is Falling Down By Louis Sachar, Adam McCauley (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Louis Sachar, Adam McCauley (Illustrator)
$9.99
ISBN: 9780380754847
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Published: HarperCollins - March 26th, 2019

Bestselling and Newbery Medal-winning author Louis Sachar knows how to make readers laugh. And there are laughs galore in perennial favorite Wayside School Is Falling Down!


Wayside School Beneath the Cloud of Doom By Louis Sachar, Tim Heitz (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Louis Sachar, Tim Heitz (Illustrator)
$9.99
ISBN: 9780062965417
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Published: HarperCollins - June 1st, 2021

Wayside School is back in session in this brand-new, fourth installment in the perennially beloved and bestselling series by Newbery Medal-winning author Louis Sachar. 


Junie B. Jones #1: Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus By Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator)
$4.99
ISBN: 9780679826422
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Published: Random House Books for Young Readers - July 28th, 1992

“Hilarious. Barbara Park makes reading fun.” —Dav Pilkey, author of Dog Man
 
Barbara Park’s #1 New York Times bestselling chapter book series, Junie B. Jones, has been keeping kids laughing—and reading—for more than twenty-five years. Over 65 million copies sold!
 


My Weird School #21: Ms. Krup Cracks Me Up! By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator)
$4.99
ISBN: 9780061346057
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Published: HarperCollins - January 22nd, 2008

With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! 


Frindle By Andrew Clements, Brian Selznick (Illustrator) Cover Image
By Andrew Clements, Brian Selznick (Illustrator)
$7.99
ISBN: 9780689818769
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Published: Atheneum Books for Young Readers - February 1st, 1998

From bestselling and award-winning author Andrew Clements, a quirky, imaginative tale about creative thought and the power of words that will have readers inventing their own words.

Is Nick Allen a troublemaker? He really just likes to liven things up at school -- and he's always had plenty of great ideas.


Mr. Wolf's Class: A Graphic Novel (Mr. Wolf's Class #1) By Aron Nels Steinke Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9781338047684
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Published: Graphix - June 26th, 2018

From Eisner Award-winning creator Aron Nels Steinke, a vibrant, funny new series that charmingly captures the everyday antics of a fourth-grade classroom!

Mr. Wolf has just started teaching at Hazelwood Elementary. He wants the first day of school to go well, but he's got his hands full with his new class.


Mystery Club: A Graphic Novel (Mr. Wolf's Class #2) By Aron Nels Steinke Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9781338047738
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Published: Graphix - February 26th, 2019

Another charming and funny adventure in the Mr. Wolf's Class series!

Mr. Wolf's students are settling into their new classroom, and Randy, Aziza, and Margot realize they have some questions:1. What happened to Aziza's favorite Frisbee?2. Is the girls' bathroom really haunted?3. Where is Mr. Greens, the teacher who disappeared?


Lucky Stars: A Graphic Novel (Mr. Wolf's Class #3) By Aron Nels Steinke Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9781338047837
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Published: Graphix - September 3rd, 2019

Every day in Mr. Wolf's class is an adventure... even when you have to stay home from school!

Mr. Wolf's students are having a "writer's workshop" and are learning about personal narratives. Sampson doesn't think anything worth writing about has ever happened to him.


Field Trip: A Graphic Novel (Mr. Wolf's Class #4) By Aron Nels Steinke Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9781338617634
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Published: Graphix - October 6th, 2020

Mr. Wolf's class ventures out on an exciting field trip to the forest!

Mr. Wolf's students are going on a field trip! Everyone gets to sleep in log cabins, come up with fun camp names, and journey through the great woods. They'll be learning about the oldest and largest trees in the forest, exploring an abandoned ghost town, and toasting s'mores over a campfire.


Snow Day: A Graphic Novel (Mr. Wolf's Class #5) By Aron Nels Steinke, Aron Nels Steinke (Illustrator) Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9781338746754
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Published: Graphix - April 5th, 2022

A blizzard is coming to Hazelwood Elementary!

It's snowing, and there's excitement in the air because the school day might end early. Students and teachers alike are looking forward to seeing what happens! Meanwhile, Abdi is distracted and worried because his brother is having surgery.


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Manu: A Graphic Novel By Kelly Fernández, Kelly Fernández (Illustrator) Cover Image
$24.99
ISBN: 9781338264197
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Published: Graphix - November 2nd, 2021

A funny and heartwarming middle-grade graphic novel adventure about friendship, defying expectations, and finding your place.

Manu and her best friend, Josefina, live at a magical school for girls, and Manu is always getting into trouble. The headmistress believes that Manu has the potential to help people with her magic, but Manu would rather have fun than fall in line.


Manu: A Graphic Novel By Kelly Fernández, Kelly Fernández (Illustrator) Cover Image
$12.99
ISBN: 9781338264180
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Published: Graphix - November 2nd, 2021

A funny and heartwarming middle-grade graphic novel adventure about friendship, defying expectations, and finding your place.

Manu and her best friend, Josefina, live at a magical school for girls, and Manu is always getting into trouble. The headmistress believes that Manu has the potential to help people with her magic, but Manu would rather have fun than fall in line.


Wonder By R. J. Palacio Cover Image
$17.99
ISBN: 9780375869020
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Published: Knopf Books for Young Readers - February 14th, 2012

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Millions of people have fallen in love with Auggie Pullman, an ordinary boy with an extraordinary facewho shows us that kindness brings us together no matter how far apart we are. Read the book that inspired the Choose Kind movement, a major motion picture, and the critically acclaimed graphic novel White Bird.


Wonder: Illustrated Edition By R. J. Palacio Cover Image
$24.99
ISBN: 9780593378175
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Published: Knopf Books for Young Readers - February 15th, 2022

A beautiful, color illustrated edition of the #1 New York Times bestseller, Wonder, with a new afterword from the author. Experience the extraordinary story that inspired the Choose Kind movement, like never before.


Rise of the School for Good and Evil By Soman Chainani Cover Image
$9.99
ISBN: 9780063161511
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Published: HarperCollins - April 4th, 2023

THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL is the #1 movie now streaming on Netflix—starring Academy Award winner Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, Sofia Wylie, Sophie Anne Caruso, Jamie Flatters, Earl Cave, Kit Young, and many others! 

The battle between Good and Evil begins.

Two brothers.


The Mighty Miss Malone By Christopher Paul Curtis Cover Image
$8.99
ISBN: 9780440422143
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Published: Yearling - March 12th, 2013

"We are a family on a journey to a place called wonderful" is the motto of Deza Malone's family. Deza is the smartest girl in her class in Gary, Indiana, singled out by teachers for a special path in life. But it's 1936 and the Great Depression has hit Gary hard, and there are no jobs for black men.


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The First Rule of Punk By Celia C. Pérez Cover Image
$8.99
ISBN: 9780425290422
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Published: Puffin Books - July 17th, 2018

A 2018 Pura Belpré Author Honor Book

The First Rule of Punk
is a wry and heartfelt exploration of friendship, finding your place, and learning to rock out like no one’s watching.


The Perks of Being a Wallflower By Stephen Chbosky Cover Image
$15.99
ISBN: 9780671027346
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Published: MTV Books - February 1st, 1999

Read the cult-favorite coming-of-age story that takes a sometimes heartbreaking, often hysterical, and always honest look at high school in all its glory.


Anne of Green Gables (Puffin in Bloom) By L. M. Montgomery, Anna Bond (Illustrator) Cover Image
By L. M. Montgomery, Anna Bond (Illustrator)
$17.00
ISBN: 9780147514004
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Published: Puffin Books - August 28th, 2014

The cherished favorite featuring everyone's favorite red-headed orphan, now in a deluxe hardcover edition with beautiful cover illustrations by Anna Bond, the artist behind world-renowned stationery brand Rifle Paper Co.

The classic Anne of Green Gables; inspiration for the Netflix original series Anne With an E