Mark Shulman Knihy

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Middle School, the Worst Years of My Life and I Funny comes a brilliantly original new adventure series, jam-packed with action, humor, and heart! The Kidd siblings have grown up diving down to shipwrecks and traveling the world, helping their famous parents recover everything from swords to gold doubloons from the bottom of the ocean. But after their parents mysteriously disappear, the kids are suddenly thrust into the biggest treasure hunt of their lives. They'll have to work together to defeat dangerous pirates and dodge the hot pursuit by an evil treasure hunting rival, all while following cryptic clues to unravel the mystery of what really happened to their parents--and find out if they're still alive.

Exploring the concept of voting, this engaging and humorous book introduces young readers to the importance of participating in elections. Designed to be nonpartisan, it provides a clear and accessible explanation of the voting process, making it an ideal resource for families and educators during election season.

Presents answers to a variety of scientific questions, including why teeth fall out, why school buses are yellow, and why some trees stay green all winter.

Mark Shulman and Vincent Nguyen have done it created a wonderfully imaginative picture book that’s full of wit and humor—and touching, too.Welcome to Hilary’s tea party—but be this rude little girl has lots of rules to follow. Maybe that’s why no one except her stuffed animals, Mr. Big Arms and Stuffy Bear, stays very long. She’s just no fun.Now, Hilary’s come up with a great she’s putting a handmade invitation at the corner bus stop in hopes of finding a new friend. Enter a giant yet timid chameleon, all ready for tea and cookies. But when he finds out how bossy Hilary can be, will he run out the door, too?Children will enjoy pouring a cup of tea (real orimaginary), curling up with this charming story, and finding out the answer.

Why do zebras have stripes? Why don't cats like water? Why do sharks have so many teeth? When it comes to the facts, every child wants to know: Why? Now, with X-Why-Z Animals from Time For Kids, young readers-and their parents-can discover the answers. This book satisfies the never-ending curiosity of children, ages 4 to 6. The easy to follow, question and answer format accompanied by colorful photos and illustrations delivers answers to more than 200 questions that kids have about animals!