Dictionaries Out of Order defies simple description. Its stories, which intersect at Portland's "City of Books," range from the silly to the sublime, veering expertly from philosophy to farce. At its heart, the book is a love letter to the awesome and mysterious power of words. As comical as it is profound, this unique and unforgettable collection confirms that David Michael Slater is one of the most versatile authors writing today.
The 1980's: it's the time of Dungeons & Dragons, banana clips, and Atari. Jonathan Schwartz is growing up in a family like no other. His sisters, Nadia, the dark genius, and Olivia, the gorgeous tease and temptress, manipulate Jon and his friends for their own entertainment. And his Holocaust survivor grandparents? Their coping techniques are beyond embarrassing. A disastrous visit to Jon's class by his grandmother unhinges his famous father, setting off a chain of events that threatens to send the dysfunctional Schwartz clan up in flames once and for all. Fun & Games is a heartbreaking and hilarious story of faith, family secrets, betrayal, and loss-but it's also a tale of friendship, love, and side-splitting shenanigans.
Jeremy knows all about what it's like to be the new kid, and this time he's ready to do whatever it takes to fit in. But sometimes you can be popular for the wrong reasons. Will Jeremy come through before he makes a real mess of things? This coming of age picture books shows that peer pressure and the desire to fit in can lead to character development of the best kind.
Always Judge a Book by Its Cover" is rule number one of shelf life. But the library's newest editions don't know it! When gorgeous, glossy Paige tries to open up to generic jacket Mark, it's all out war. Can the books settle their differences before the library is torn to pieces? Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades P-4.
An unapologetic critique of major flaws in the American education system. David Michael Slater’s We’re Doing It Wrong is a thought-provoking dissection of the issues plaguing American public schools. Each chapter identifies a major problem in the education system, exploring its roots and repercussions. A teacher himself, Slater opens up and gives readers an insider’s perspective on topics that have been at the center of ongoing debates as well as recent hot button issues, such as: Standardized testing Teacher evaluation practices Helicopter parents Class size Poverty’s effect on performance Anti-bullying programs Writing proficiency Curriculum goals Slater explains why our current approaches simply aren’t working—for students, for teachers, for the colleges that these students may eventually attend, and for society at-large. Unafraid to ruffle a few feathers, We’re Doing It Wrong highlights defects in policy and theory, calls out administration, and questions long-held beliefs. Every chapter concludes with a suggestion for improvement, offering light at the end of the tunnel. Administrators, teachers, and concerned parents will come away with a better understanding of the current state of education and ideas for moving toward progress—for themselves and for the students they support.
The tools are all counting on Nevil the Level to win this year's soapbox derby. Nevil thinks the only way he can win is by cheating, and Mini-screwdriver tells him how. As the pressure mounts, what will happen to Nevil's motto, "Straight and True"? Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades P-4.
One was having a terrible day. She still couldn't count to Nine, and the other numbers wouldn't even let her try. But things took a turn for the worse when Seven ate Nine. He was doing a real number on everyone! Will she be the last One left? Discover if One will find the confidence and self-esteem to use her cleverness and save the numbers.
To avoid Sharing Time, Milo hides in a book--actually inside it! He decides to fill the pages with the story of his life. But before he can begin, he finds a monster who'd prefer a story about eating boys! Can Milo outwit the monster and get back to safety before THE END? Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades P-4.
Sophie and Dad were cooking along nicely until Dad announced he was going to add a new ingredient to the family recipe. He was going to marry Maggie! When asked to be the flower girl, Sophie heard, "Flour Girl!" Now Flour Girl is doing everything she can to spoil the new recipe. David Michael Slater provides one memorable view of how the bonds between a father and daughter are threatened when a new stepparent enters the picture.
Nick the saw is famous for saving the children from a fire. It's Nick, Nick, Nick, all the time. Handy the Wrench is sick of Nick. When the tools plan a parade for their hero, Handy decides to fix his wagon once and for all. But he goes too far. Soon, nothing works and the farmer wants new tools. Can Handy set things right before it's too late? Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades P-4.
It is time for the science fair, and Ned has put his heart and soul into his model heart. But disaster strikes just before judging! Ned is forced to think fast to mend his broken heart in time. Will this heart-stopping tale end with heartbreak or a heartwarming moment of success? Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades P-4.
Being the youngest tool isn't easy. No one listens to Nick, and everyone says he's dull. But when a fire erupts on the farm, only the brave little saw springs into action. Soon they'll be calling Nick a hero--and the sharpest tool in the shed.
Missy Swiss wants to be the Big Cheese in the fridge, just like her hero, Cheese Louise. So when the family goes on vacation, she jumps at the chance to strut her stuff. But the plug gets pulled on her plan in a hurry, and everyone is going to spoil! Will Missy learn the true meaning of hero before it's too late?
Some days Ned just can't keep his head about him. He's been known to lose his headgear, headphones, and headbands! His Mom isn't head over heels about that. But that's nothing compared to the day Ned loses his head! David Michael Slater's imaginative look at some of the most common idioms will have you rolling on the floor, just like Ned's head!
An archvillain is attacking your hometown. SuperHero School has failed miserably, and the heroes have all been vanquished. There's no one left to save you. It's a dire situation. That is, until the Super Doopers, a family with, well, really odd and slightly disturbing superpowers steps in to try and save the day. It's frightening! It's funny! It's... super! It's The Super Doopers in, A Dire Situation! (No superheroes were hurt during the writing of this book)
A spine-tingling tale of book bonding. In this wordless story, a little boy finds a book that he loves at the library. It’s a match made in kid lit heaven. But not for the book. Sometimes the little boy’s excitement gets the better of him and the book suffers from possibly too much love: bent pages, tears, hugs, tossing, and shaking. The poor book requires first aid from his friends. Every time the boy comes to the library, the books hide and plan escape routes. But when the book gets away from imminent danger in the boy’s hands, the look of loss in the boy’s eyes is enough to turn a tragic tale into a love story. The boy soon learns that the book is not just an object and is so much more on the inside. He loves the story the book gives him more than the fun he had playing with it. Bob Kolar’s charming and hilarious illustrations show how sometimes our love for a good book can be too much, but with a more gentle touch, books can give us much comfort and joy.
Before there were books, there were Words of Power, and those who spoke them could rule the world... Dexter and Daphna Wax don't quite fit in, even with each other. She loves reading, and he loathes it, but neither is pleased by their "special" thirteenth birthday gift, a ruined old book full of nonsense. But the moment it enters Daphna and Dexter's lives, bizarre things begin to happen. Why is their father, who found the book, suddenly so distant? Is the old man who took it from him some kind of hypnotist? Why is a giant, red-eyed man-child menacing them? Now Dex and Daphna have to work together to stop the old man from ruining their lives. But as they unravel the secrets of the Book of Nonsense, they will discover the truth about their own extraordinary destiny.
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