Hey, Kiddo: A Graphic Novel

Author: Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
ISBN: 0545902495
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 322

Book Description
The powerful, unforgettable graphic memoir from Jarrett Krosoczka, about growing up with a drug-addicted mother, a missing father, and two unforgettably opinionated grandparents. A National Book Award Finalist! In kindergarten, Jarrett Krosoczka's teacher asks him to draw his family, with a mommy and a daddy. But Jarrett's family is much more complicated than that. His mom is an addict, in and out of rehab, and in and out of Jarrett's life. His father is a mystery -- Jarrett doesn't know where to find him, or even what his name is. Jarrett lives with his grandparents -- two very loud, very loving, very opinionated people who had thought they were through with raising children until Jarrett came along. Jarrett goes through his childhood trying to make his non-normal life as normal as possible, finding a way to express himself through drawing even as so little is being said to him about what's going on. Only as a teenager can Jarrett begin to piece together the truth of his family, reckoning with his mother and tracking down his father. Hey, Kiddo is a profoundly important memoir about growing up in a family grappling with addiction, and finding the art that helps you survive.

Meet the Hamantaschen

Author: Alan Silberberg
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593351576
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37

Book Description
You've met the latkes, you've met the matzah...now it's time to meet the hamantaschen in this zany Purim story! There's a problem with Purim! The Purim play is about to start, but the megillah is missing! Without the scroll that recounts the Purim story, how can the show go on? Never fear: three determined hamantaschen— DETECTIVES! Right. Three determined DETECTIVES are on the case. With the help of a mysterious stranger and a few disguises, the detectives uncover the facts so the true story of Purim can be told. In this companion to Meet the Latkes and Meet the Matzah, holiday mistellings have never been so fun.

Lunch Lady and the Video Game Villain

Author: Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0307980790
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
From the author of National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo. The race is on for a new student council president, and the Breakfast Bunch is rallying for Hector! The competition is already heavy, but the race heats up when school security is at stake: student and staff high-tech gadgets are disappearing left and right. Whoever the culprit is, this is one stealthy thief—and the school is so busy with the election that he gets away with it every time. Luckily some of Lunch Lady's own culinary gadgets have eluded the crook, but will they be enough to catch this sticky-fingered bandit? And will Hector be able to pull off a victory?

Max for President

Author: Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 030779329X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 42

Book Description
From the author of National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo. Max thinks that he would like to be class president. So does Kelly. But there can only be one president! Who will the class elect? Full of laughs and suspense, Max for President is a lively story of good sportsmanship—and a great way for kids to learn a little about elections, too!

Punk Farm

Author: Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Publisher: Dragonfly Books
ISBN: 037598335X
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41

Book Description
From the author of National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo. After a long day of work, Farmer Joe goes home to bed. But meanwhile, back at the barn . . . Cow sets up her drums. Pig plugs in his amp. Goat tunes his bass. Chicken sets up her keyboards. And Sheep checks the microphone. They are Punk Farm and tonight they're ready to ROCK! With adorable farm animals - and a surprise tribute to Old MacDonald - this rollicking tale is sure to have kids cheering--and singing--along.

Lunch Lady and the Schoolwide Scuffle

Author: Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0385752814
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description
From the author of National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo. Lunch Lady and Betty have been unceremoniously cut from the school budget, and the timing couldn't be worse—the villains from all nine of her previous adventures are worming their way back into Thompson Brook with a masterfully devious plan. Will the Breakfast Bunch still be able to count on Lunch Lady's superhero gadgets and abilities to save the school, or are they on their own? Don't miss Lunch Lady's swashbuckling finale!

Lunch Lady and the Author Visit Vendetta

Author: Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0307978613
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description
From the author of National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo. Dee, Terrence, and Hector are very excited about Author Visit Day. Lewis Scribson is the author of the famous Flippy Bunny books, and Hector is a huge fan! And it gets Dee and Terrence out of math class. But something is a little off about this special guest. And Coach Birkby, the gym teacher, mysteriously disappears the day of his visit. What evil designs does this world-famous writer have on his agenda? Lunch Lady’s going to get to the bottom of it, even if she has to kick some bunny butt!

I Am You

Author: Refiloe Moahloli
Publisher: Amazon Crossing Kids
ISBN: 9781542035668
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
We may be different, but our hearts beat the same. In southern Africa, there is a belief called ubuntu--the idea that we are all connected. No matter where we're from or who we are, a person is a person through their connections to other people. With simple, lyrical text and charming artwork, this lively picture book first published in South Africa is the perfect introduction to the concept of ubuntu for young kids. A celebration of friendship and kindness, the book shows children the many ways that we are all one.

Lunch Lady and the League of Librarians

Author: Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0307978605
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description
From the author of National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo. Serving justice . . . and lunch! Lunch Lady can sniff out something rotten like no one else—and there’s definitely something rotten going on in the library. The usually friendly librarians have become cold and secretive. Even Dee can’t seem to crack a smile out of them. What darkness may lurk in the hearts of librarians? Lunch Lady is on the case! And Hector, Terrence, and Dee are along for a wild ride!

Lunch Lady and the Cyborg Substitute

Author: Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0307974456
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description
From the author of National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo. Serving justice . . . and lunch! Hector, Terrence, and Dee have always wondered about their school lunch lady. What does she do when she isn’t dishing out the daily special? Where does she live? Does she have a lot of cats at home? Little do they know, Lunch Lady doesn’t just serve sloppy joes—she serves justice! Whatever danger lies ahead, it’s no match for LUNCH LADY!