A Smart Girl's Guide: Middle School (Revised): Everything You Need to Know About Juggling More Homework, More Teachers, and More Friends! (Smart Girl's Guides)

A Smart Girl's Guide: Middle School (Revised): Everything You Need to Know About Juggling More Homework, More Teachers, and More Friends! (Smart Girl's Guides)

Starting middle school can be scary. But knowing what to expect will make you feel more confident. Packed with tips and fun quizzes, here's the inside scoop on topics like classes, lockers, homework, and getting involved in after-school activities. Get help deciding the best way to introduce yourself to those new classmates. Plus, you'll read letters from other girls who were just as worried about starting middle school, and advice from girls who have already been there.

  • ASIN: 1609584066
  • ISBN: 1609584066
  • Manufacturer: American Girl

The Manual to Middle School: The "Do This, Not That" Survival Guide for Guys

The Manual to Middle School: The "Do This, Not That" Survival Guide for Guys

The move from elementary school to middle school can be difficult for boys. Too big to be little yet too little to be big, they face the perfect storm of changing bodies, rushing hormones, and learning challenges. Many new to middle school guys find themselves struggling with grades, behavior, relationships with family, friends, and teachers. Boys often grow frustrated and embarrassed as they strain to figure out what to do and what not to do in their new world... called middle school.Best Selling author Jonathan Catherman and his two sons (one current and one former middle schooler) offer boys ages ten to twelve the practical help they need to make the move to middle school as painlessly as possible. The book's "do this, not that" format and 200 comic like illustrations cover 100 relevant topics and situations every middle school boy will face like; school lockers, bullies, test taking, cell phone use, homework, gossip, leadership, respect, sports, and many more.

  • ASIN: 0800728475
  • ISBN: 0800728475
  • Brand: Baker Pub Group/Baker Books
  • Manufacturer: Revell

School Smart Double Sided Graph Paper, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, 1/2 Inch Rule, White, Pack of 500

School Smart Double Sided Graph Paper, 8-1/2 x 11 Inches, 1/2 Inch Rule, White, Pack of 500

School Smart Graph Sheets feature white bond paper ruled into small squares of equal size, making drawing precise charts, graphics, or diagrams quick and easy. Double-sided graphs ensure ample room for practicing equations or shapes for geometry, algebra, and more. Includes 1/2 inch ruling on both sides. Accepts pen and ink media well, and provides clean erase for pencil marks. Paper with 15 lbs basis weight is sold as 500 sheets per ream.

  • UPC: 041587220191
  • ASIN: B003U6SC10
  • Brand: School Smart
  • Size: 8-1/2 x 11 Inches
  • Manufacturer: School Specialty

The League and the Lantern

The League and the Lantern

Synopsis:Epic adventure meets mystery as Jake Herndon and unlikely new friends, Lucy and TJ, unravel incredible family secrets, discover links to the Civil War, and fight for survival on the streets of Chicago. Full of unforgettable characters, unexpected twists, and laugh-out-loud humor. After a disastrous sixth grade, Jake Herndon is anxiously awaiting his Big Do-Over, starting with his new school's notorious seventh-grade sleepover. Awkward fun soon turns to something more sinister, however, when a dangerous organization invades the party. Jake and two new classmates, Lucy and TJ, barely escape, only to find themselves in a fight for survival on the streets of Chicago. Over the next 48 hours, they unravel a Civil War mystery and learn an incredible secret about Jake s family.Full of unforgettable characters and unexpected twists, The League and the Lantern is a jaw-dropping ride of mind-bending revelations and laugh-out-loud humor. The debut novel from Brian Wells is the first in the series Jake and the League, an epic adventure about courage, family, and friendship that has 9-to-14-year-olds, entertainment executives, and family groups applauding.Author Wells believes that great entertainment is driven by memorable characters and imaginative writing, and it shows. The League and the Lantern delivers all of this and more without objectionable language or inappropriate themes. Throw in a plot that traces back to real historical figures and you've got what many are calling Percy Jackson meets Harry Potter and National Treasure. As a bonus, the book subtly weaves in 140 of the top vocabulary words for middle-school success. A free downloadable study guide is available on the book's website.

  • ASIN: 0997227001
  • ISBN: 0997227001
  • Manufacturer: SuperSonic Republic

Middle School: Big Fat Liar

Middle School: Big Fat Liar

From blockbuster author James Patterson comes the third installment in the #1 New York Times bestselling Middle School series! Georgia Khatchadorian-the sister of Rafe, the star of the first two Middle School books-plans to excel at Hills Village Middle School in all the places her troublemaking brother failed. She's even bet him that she'll quickly become one of the most popular girls in school, but no one will give her a chance!Even worse, Rafe has sneakily set her up to embarrass herself in front of the snooty "Princesses" who run the school and the boy who's caught her eye. Will she be able to overcome her fears and win her bet with Rafe? Find out THE TRUTH about Rafe Khatchadorian's sister in the first Middle School story from the point of view of the hilarious Georgia-a girl who's ready to speak her mind! Previously published as Middle School: My Brother is a Big Fat Liar.

  • ASIN: 0316322032
  • ISBN: 0316322032
  • Brand: Little Brown and Company
  • Manufacturer: jimmy patterson

A Smart Girl's Guide: Drama, Rumors & Secrets: Staying True to Yourself in Changing Times (American Girl: a Smart Girl's Guide)

A Smart Girl's Guide: Drama, Rumors & Secrets: Staying True to Yourself in Changing Times (American Girl: a Smart Girl's Guide)

Watch out for the drama trap! This book offers expert insight into drama, from jealousy to gossip to cyberbullying, and how to deal with it. You'll learn why drama exists, how it starts, what keeps it going, and how to cool it down. You'll find quotes and advice from real girls like you, plus tips and quizzes to help you rise above the drama game and keep yourself safe.

  • ASIN: 1609589033
  • ISBN: 1609589033
  • Manufacturer: American Girl

Stand Up for Yourself & Your Friends: Dealing with Bullies & Bossiness and Finding a Better Way

Stand Up for Yourself & Your Friends: Dealing with Bullies & Bossiness and Finding a Better Way

You can make a difference, and this book is here to help! It gives you the tools you need to recognize bullying -- and be prepared to handle it. Take a quiz to learn your "speak-up" style, and read great advice from girls who have been in similar situations. With tips that include wise words to use with bullies, smart ways to ignore them, and solid advice on getting an adult's help when needed, you'll discover how you can make the world a safer, happier place for yourself and your friends, too.

  • ASIN: 1609587383
  • ISBN: 1609587383
  • Brand: American Girl Publishing Inc
  • Manufacturer: American Girl

Difficult Riddles For Smart Kids: 300 Difficult Riddles And Brain Teasers Families Will Love (Books for Smart Kids Book 1)

Difficult Riddles For Smart Kids: 300 Difficult Riddles And Brain Teasers Families Will Love (Books for Smart Kids Book 1)

Brain Teasers for Kids - A Riddles Book for the Whole Family“The mind once stretched by a new idea, never returns to its original dimensions.” Ralph Waldo Emerson This kids book is a collection of 300 brain teasing riddles and puzzles. Their purpose is to make children think and stretch their minds. They are designed to test logic, lateral thinking as well as memory and to engage the brain in seeing patterns and connections between different things and circumstances.They are laid out in three chapters which get more difficult as you go through the book, in the author’s opinion at least. The answers are at the back of the book if all else fails.These are more difficult riddles and are designed to be attempted by children from 10 years onwards, as well as participation from the rest of the family.It is a perfect activity book for kids who like problem solving. These activities can be shared with the whole family.This book is one of a series of puzzle books for kids. The aim of all of them is to stretch children’s brains through kids riddles and puzzles. They are kids books designed to challenge children to think laterally and more creatively Tags: Riddles and brain teasers, riddles and trick questions, riddles book, riddles book for kids, Kids kids, riddles for kids, riddles for kids aged 9-12, riddles and puzzles, jokes and riddles, jokes book, jokes book for kids, jokes children, jokes for kids, jokes kids

  • ASIN: B071S14P66
  • Manufacturer: Horizon Books

A Smart Girl's Guide: Boys: Surviving Crushes, Staying True to Yourself, and other (love) stuff (American Girl: a Smart Girl's Guide)

A Smart Girl's Guide: Boys: Surviving Crushes, Staying True to Yourself, and other (love) stuff (American Girl: a Smart Girl's Guide)

This book--now with updated content and illustrations--offers girls straight talk on what to do when it seems like everyone's wondering "who likes who?" It includes sensitive, insightful, honest advice from girls and boys on being friends, going out, breaking up, and just being themselves. Plus, it includes tips and quizzes that lend valuable perspective on the beginning and ending of relationships.

  • ASIN: 1609584678
  • ISBN: 1609584678
  • Manufacturer: American Girl

School Smart Paper Edger Scissors, 6-1/2 x 2-1/2 Inches, Assorted Colors, Set of 12

School Smart Paper Edger Scissors, 6-1/2 x 2-1/2 Inches, Assorted Colors, Set of 12

School Smart Paper Edger Scissors are far from typical with trendy, attractive edge cuts for paper borders, greeting cards, photos, and more! Each scissor has a different pattern and name, with image of what edge cut will look like on 1 side, and the name printed on the flip side. Durable plastic handles are comfortable to hold and have an individual and bright color for easy identification. Stainless steel blades cut with ease, and resist stickiness and general wear and tear. Included heavy-duty oak stand conveniently holds each scissor when not in use; plus, the middle oak handle spins the entire unit for being able to quickly pick out desired scissors. Budget-friendly set provides hours of creativity in classrooms, homes, and daycare centers.

  • UPC: 885634001704
  • ASIN: B003U6SNDC
  • Brand: School Smart
  • Size: 6-1/2 x 2-1/2 Inches
  • Manufacturer: School Specialty