When cell phones are banned at their school, students start communicating through sticky notes left all over the school, triggering a wave of bullying activities in the wake of a new girl's arrival.

Wen Zhou is the daughter and only child of Chinese immigrants whose move to the lucky country has proven to be not so lucky. Wen and her friend, Henry Xiao - whose mum and dad are also poor immigrants - both dream of escape from their unhappy circumstances, and they form a plan to sit an entrance exam to a selective high school far from home. But when tragedy strikes, it will take all of Wen's resilience and resourcefulness to get herself and Henry...

"A . . . comprehensive guide to all things outdoors for anyone who loves being in and interacting with nature, readers will learn how to make a rope swing, go forest bathing, read flowers, build a campfire, and make a forest potion. From practical tips and how-tos to forest folklore, there's something for everyone"--Provided by publisher.

"Buddy and Earl know that with the right education they can become anything - even a dentist or a hot-dog vendor! So they eagerly gather their silly, smelly supplies and head to school. Soon after they arrive, their teacher, Miss Meredith, is called away and Professor Earl takes charge of the classroom. Buddy works hard at lessons like Sniffing Things, Tail Chasing and Scratching Itches. And when Professor Earl announces that one very special student...

After an embarrassing incident, a young boy decides to quit school.

Miss Daisy's unusual teaching methods surprise her second grade students, especially reluctant learner A.J.

Tired of being near the end of the alphabet, starting few words, and being governed by grammar rules, X calls for a vote on a new Alphabet Constitution, then dreams of how life would be if he became a different letter.

A skateboarding principal offers unusual incentives to his students to motivate them to learn more.

Illustrations and clear text help children discover two languages by learning phrases associated with good behavior, including helping with dinner, saying please, doing homework, and holding the door for others.