Washoe County Library System

The Khatchadorian family discovers they have inherited a million dollars, but to get it, they must stay in a ramshackle house in Beverly Hills and Rafe has to attend a snooty new middle school. ''In this laugh-out-loud funny installment of a #1 New York Times bestselling series, Rafe inherits a million dollars—and a million problems—as he finds himself struggling to fit in at one of the snobbiest schools in the country. When Rafe discovers that...

"An encyclopedia of mammals-including profiles and explanation of what mammals are-for early readers"-- "From the biggest to the smallest, the fiercest to the cutest, this science-packed, photo-filled encyclopedia has everything you want to know about these amazing warm-blooded creatures. What animal figured out how to eat a porcupine? Which creature smells like popcorn? How can cheetahs run so fast? From the colossal blue whale to the tiny pygmy...

"An appreciation of the unconditional love and comfort shared within a family"-- "A rhyming, light-hearted celebration of families being - and belonging - together. Families belong Together like a puzzle Different-sized people One big snuggle This deliciously warm board book is an appreciation of the unconditional love and comfort shared within a family. Through a handful of specific yet universal scenarios, from singing songs together to sharing...

"In 1961, Betty and Barney Hill claimed to have experienced a bizarre night that included extraterrestrials, flying saucers, and a few lost hours during which they could recall very little until they underwent hypnosis. Their mysterious story was just thefirst of many that have been told by people who have since come forward with their own similar experiences. Although there are thousands of people who claim to have experienced alien abduction, much...

Discovering a dusty cookbook of magical recipes, Kelly and her two best friends are surprised when their concoctions produce genuinely magical results and tempt them to consider stirring up trouble with their respective crushes. Take three friends. Add an old cookbook. Combine with cute boys and a pinch of magic…and see what kind of chaos ensues! When Kelly Quinn and her two BFFs discover a dusty old cookbook while cleaning out the attic, the girls...

"The Fields of Silver and Gold series brings the past alive. Meet the trailblazers and the pioneers, the first people and the famous explorers, the legends and the everyday heroes that shaped the history, land, and culture of the West. Their powerful stories will fascinate and inspire you. Healers. Scientists. Innovators. Life in the early West was dangerous, full of injuries, accidents, and illnesses. Drs. Eliza Cook, W.H.C. Stephenson, and Charles...

"A clear explanation of what the imagination is and the opportunities that come from the use of it. What is imagination? Most of us think of it as playing pretend or what happens when we’re dreaming, but imagination takes us to worlds and galaxies beyond that. Imagination helps us travel between time, space, and reality. It gives us the power to dream up the world in our own vision and encourages us to think of not just what is, but what could...

"Use your reading superpowers to learn all about beautiful gems, how they are made and used"--

"A raccoon narrator embarks on a big adventure in this exciting exploration of maps for the youngest readers. Traditional maps of cities, roads, and parks are joined by some less conventional ones such as inside the body, each one methodically introducedwith humor and clear explanation. A clever, colorful, and engaging first look at constructing and decoding maps"-- "An accessible and humorous introduction to maps for budding navigators. A raccoon...

"A simple framework for what money is and how to use it wisely. This is a kids book about money. Money is one of those things EVERYONE has to deal with in their life, but few of us have learned much about it. There may not be a more important topic for grownups to teach kids about than money. This book is a suitable way to introduce the topic to kids aged 5-9. It covers what money is, how to earn it, and how to use it wisely. Develop your child's...