Kid Squad Saves the World
Kid Squad Saves the World

Author: ABDO Publishing Company Staff

Publisher: Calico Chapter Books

Published: 2014-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781624020360

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Leave it to the Kid Squad - a foursome of clever sixth graders - to save the world from destruction brought on by mad scientists and power-hungry villains. Readers will enjoy getting to know Kid Squad members Pi, Tank, Gadget, and Athena as they work together to solve problems with the help of Dr. I.N. Stein and Colonel Bragg. A blend of science fiction, mystery, and history, the Kid Squad takes readers on out-of-this-world adventures while reinforcing themes of friendship, problem solving, and teamwork.Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Earth Squad
Earth Squad

Author: Alexandra Zissu

Publisher: Running Press Kids

Published: 2021-03-02

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 0762499206

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Join fifty inspiring and extraordinary environmental crusaders working to save our planet and see how you can make a difference just like them. Kids across the globe will be moved by the passion of these amazing eco-warriors who have dedicated their lives to making our world a better place. Alongside dynamic illustrations and entertaining biographical information, you'll find practical tips that anyone can do to help save the earth. Every one of us can make a difference, and, together as an Earth Squad, we can change the world. Will Allen * Anohni * Yann Arthus-Bertrand * Inka Saara Arttijeff * David Attenborough * Precious Brady-Davis * Erin Brockovich * Vicki Buck * Rachel Carson * Yvon Chouinard * Opha Pauline Dube * Lamya Essemlali * Christiana Figueres * Eileen Fisher * Eunice Newton Foote * Wan Gang * Al Gore * James Hansen * Vanessa Hauc * Hilda Heine * Chai Jing * Alexandra Koroleva * Winona LaDuke * Dr. Phil Landrigan * Annie Leonard * Wangari Maathai * Xiuhtezcatl Martinez * Gina McCarthy * William McDonough * Bill McKibben * Angela Merkel * Charles Moore * Margaret "Mardy" Murie * Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez * Gabriel Orozco * Carlo Petrini * Mark Ruffalo * Pete Seeger * Peggy Shepard * Vandana Shiva * Marina Silva * Sandra Steingraber * David Suzuki * Greta Thunberg * Sarah Toumi * The Trimates * Alexandria Villaseñor * Alice Waters * Charles Windsor * Ken Yeang

New Kid
New Kid

Author: Jerry Craft

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 2019-02-05

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 006269121X

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Winner of the Newbery Medal, Coretta Scott King Author Award, and Kirkus Prize for Young Readers’ Literature! Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Gene Luen Yang, New Kid is a timely, honest graphic novel about starting over at a new school where diversity is low and the struggle to fit in is real, from award-winning author-illustrator Jerry Craft. Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life. But instead of sending him to the art school of his dreams, his parents enroll him in a prestigious private school known for its academics, where Jordan is one of the few kids of color in his entire grade. As he makes the daily trip from his Washington Heights apartment to the upscale Riverdale Academy Day School, Jordan soon finds himself torn between two worlds—and not really fitting into either one. Can Jordan learn to navigate his new school culture while keeping his neighborhood friends and staying true to himself? This middle grade graphic novel is an excellent choice for tween readers, including for summer reading. New Kid is a selection of the Schomburg Center's Black Liberation Reading List. Plus don't miss Jerry Craft's Class Act!

Snickerblooms and the Age Bug
Snickerblooms and the Age Bug

Author: John Perritano

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 1629687448

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When Athena's parents suddenly disappear, she calls on fellow Kid Squad members Pi, Gadget, and Tank to figure out the mystery. Meanwhile, mad scientist Dr. Alowishus Cobalt is working to finish developing the dangerous Age Bug. No one is safe if Cobalt unleashes the Age Bug. With the help of Colonel Bragg, Dr. Stein, and Athena's intelligent cat D-Day, the Kid Squad gets to the bottom of the mess - and in the process finds a surprising connection between the Snickerblooms, the Age Bug, and the true identity of Athena's parents. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Battle of the Bots
Battle of the Bots

Author: John Perritano

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 1629687405

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Under orders of the US president, Colonel Bragg hires two companies to build the world's first robotic armies. The two armies fight in a mock battle to determine which company gets the contract. Project Battle Bot was meant to bring peace to the world. But as the robots start using real weapons and thinking for themselves, it is clear that peace will not be the outcome. Colonel Bragg and his aid, Dr. I.N. Stein, call on Pi, Athena, Gadget, and Tank to stop the robots before they cause more destruction. Can the Kid Squad save the world from the threat of Project Battle Bot? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

The Odd Squad: Bully Bait
The Odd Squad: Bully Bait

Author: Michael Fry

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Published: 2014-01-21

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 0571304966

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Nick is stuffed in his locker. Again. It's not so bad. Lockers are roomier than you'd think. Especially when you're the shortest kid on the planet, which is exactly why Bully-Boy Roy stuffed him in there in the first place: he fits. The school counselor says Roy has issues. The only issue Nick can see is that Roy is a mutant troll. Nick's friends Molly and Karl think the troll needs to be defeated. Together, they are THE ODD SQUAD. If you want to laugh out loud, watch them beat the bullies and see some cool pictures, READ THIS BOOK!

Madness of Captain Cyclops
Madness of Captain Cyclops

Author: John Perritano

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 162968743X

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When the testing of a nuclear-powered invisibility device goes awry, Captain Rudolph Von Dorn transforms into the evil Captain Cyclops. Soon, he and his mutated crew set out on a path of destruction, blowing up islands and seaside towns with their nuclear-powered Destructo Beam. Dr. I.N. Stein and Colonel Bragg call on the Kid Squad - Pi, Athena, Gadget, and Tank - to come to the rescue. With their help, along with Captain Von Dorn's daughter Jenny, can the world be saved from the madness of the evil Captain Cyclops? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Egyptian Prophecy
Egyptian Prophecy

Author: John Perritano

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 1629687421

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Things aren't quite right at Copernicus Middle School when substitute history teacher Mr. Green enters the picture. He knows a little too much about ancient Egypt. Equally puzzling is the new student, Molly Stone, another expert on Egyptian history. Meanwhile, earthquakes and volcanoes are violently shaking the planet. Could these strange events be linked- and possibly to an ancient Egyptian prophecy? Dr. I.N. Stein calls on the Kid Squad to find out. Pi, Athena, Gadget, and Tank - along with Athena's cat D-Day and their new friend Molly - are on a mission to save the planet! Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Comet of Doom
Comet of Doom

Author: John Perritano

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 1629687413

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Mad scientist Dr. Alowishus Cobalt is out to destroy the planet. Using his own invention, he has caused a comet to switch paths and head toward Earth! Dr. I.N. Stein and Colonel Bragg call on the members of the Kid Squad - Pi, Athena, Gadget, and Tank, along with their trusty cat D-Day - to save the world from destruction. Will they be able to track down Dr. Cobalt and send the comet back to its original orbit? Or will Earth end up, as Dr. Stein says, kaput? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Warlock Stone
Warlock Stone

Author: John Perritano

Publisher: ABDO

Published: 2014-08-01

Total Pages: 114

ISBN-13: 1629687456

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When an archaeologist in India finds a magical stone in an ancient burial ground, he falls victim to its evil powers. He becomes the evil rakshasa and begins turning villagers into zombies! A mysterious old woman from India asks for Pi's help in defeating the rakshasa, so Pi heads to India. But soon she needs help herself! Can Dr. Stein and the rest of the Kid Squad - Athena, Gadget, and Tank - come to her rescue, or will the rakshasa strike another town? Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.