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  Stars of the Silent Film Era

  Editors Charles River

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  Only a select few actors become international stars in their time, but none had as unique a career as Charlie Chaplin. Chaplin was the first true film star, and he managed to do so even when films were still silent. He has been honored with too many awards to count, and the fact that his name remains instantly recognizable nearly a century after his first film is a testament to his influence.  
  In the 1920s, the burgeoning movie industry was starting to come into its own, and alongside actor and director Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton was at the peak of Hollywood. It’s no surprise that Keaton was so effective in silent films, because he had been practicing comedy in his family’s vaudeville acts as “The Little Boy Who Can’t Be Damaged”, becoming a popular performer by the age of 5. Indeed, his physical form of comedy, which initially involved having his father throwing him around the stage, translated well onto the screen, and some of his slapstick and other comic gags remain legendary even today. 
  Everything about Rudolph Valentino, from his body to the characters he played, was exotic. His career may have been abbreviated by his premature death at the age of 31, but Valentino popularized the (somewhat racist) stereotype of the “Latin lover” in Hollywood, and even his name was markedly more out of the ordinary than those of other actors.  
  Of all the great movie stars, there may be none more enigmatic than Greta Garbo, who remains internationally famous despite the fact her life and career raise more questions than answers. How did a Swedish actress with very little film acting experience in her native land arrive in the United States and achieve instant stardom? Most actresses had to wait years before they were offered starring roles in major films, yet Garbo was ushered to the front of the line and perched atop the MGM pantheon at a time in which it was the studio par excellence. 

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  World's Grossest Plants

  Scott Nickel

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  Discover a jungle of repulsive plants in this gross guide! Learn about a flower that smells like rotting meat, a plant that swallows bugs, leaves that make you itch, and more.

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  The First Cat in Space and the...

  Mac Barnett

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  Award-winning creators Mac Barnett and Shawn Harris are back with the second volume in the bestselling The First Cat in Space graphic novel series! Secret tales of woe, hilarious new characters, and dangerous plans of sabotage will keep readers delighted and laughing until the thrilling climax. Perfect for fans of Dog Man and InvestiGators.  
  The Moon Queen has been poisoned—by SOUP.  
  With few she can trust in her own royal court, she and First Cat will have to journey alone to find the antidote. If only LOZ 4000 were still with them . . . But our once-heroic toenail clipping robot is on the run, looking for new purpose in this vast universe.  
  Unbeknownst to our trio, secret forces are working against them. In a world of villainous cowboys, high-speed chases, and falling pianos, can our iconic trio find their way back to one another and save the Moon Queen before it’s too late? And who would want to poison her? Is Captain Babybeard, the adorable baby pirate, in this one?  
  Praise for The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza  
  “Ridicuously fun.” –Dav Pilkey, creator of Dog Man  
  “Epic.” –Kirkus  
  ""Infectious."" — Publishers Weekly (starred review) 
  ""Laugh-out-loud."" — School Library Journal (starred review) 
  * Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List Selection * As Seen on the TODAY Show * School Library Journal Best Book of the Year * Chicago Public Library Best Book of the Year * New York Public Library Best Book of the Year * An Indie Next List Selection *

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  Superhero Bedtime Stories For...

  Ella Swan

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  Have your own superhero adventure every night with “Superhero Bedtime Stories for Kids”—Where bedtime battles transform into dreams filled with capes, courage, and cozy slumbers!   
  Tired of bedtime struggles turning your little superhero into your own nightly nemesis? 
  Dreaming of a bedtime routine that doesn’t require superpowers to navigate? 
  Wishing for a way to transition from action-packed days to peaceful, superhero dreams? 
  Say hello to a world where superheroes guide your little one into a restful night’s sleep with “Superhero Bedtime Stories for Kids”!  
  With this collection of bedtime tales, every night becomes an opportunity for your child to don their cape, conquer fears, and drift into dreams where they are the superhero of their own story. 
  With this superhero collection, you and your child will:Relax in Immersive Dreamscapes: Transform bedtime into a superhero realm where dreams take flight and adventures await.Embark on Stress-Free Sleep: Overcome bedtime battles as your child relaxes into peaceful slumber with the calming tales of their favorite superheroes.Look Up to Positive Role Models: Instill life lessons and positive values through bedtime stories that showcase the best of superhero virtues. 
  And more! 
  Want bedtime to become a heroic quest? “Superhero Bedtime Stories for Kids” helps your child drift into sleep with visions of bravery and kindness, leaving behind the struggles of the day. It’s a ticket to a world where dreams are as powerful as the mightiest superhero!Let every night be a superhero adventure, one dream at a time, with “Superhero Bedtime Stories for Kids”!

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  The Twelve Dancing Princesses -...

  Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm

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  There was once a king who had twelve beautiful daughters. Every night the king locked the door to their bedroom but at some point the twelve princesses would sneak out and dance the night away. The king desperately wanted to know where the princesses danced but it remained their secret. 
  In an effort to find the answer to this riddle the king proclaimed that whoever would accept the challenge of discovering their secret would marry the princess of his choice. If, however, if anyone accepted the challenge and failed to discover the secret he would be killed. 
  Many tried and failed until one young man out-smarted the princesses and discovered where they danced. He married on of the princesses and became the heir to the kingdom.

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  Let's Go to the Library

  Rebecca Grazulis

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  Grab your library card and let's go! Join Rachel the librarian as she explores all the library has to offer–books, magazines, archives, and more!

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