New Releases by Joanna Cole

"Best, best friends Allie and Amy do absolutely everything together. It''s almost Halloween and this dynamic duo are sure they''ll win first prize in the town''s costume contest. On the way, they see a little friend in need. Can they stop to help and still make it to the party on time?"--

When Arnold wishes he had more information for his family tree, Ms. Frizzle revs up the Magic School Bus and the class zooms back to prehistoric times. First stop: 3.5 billion years ago!There aren''t any people around to ask for directions. Luckily Ms. Frizzle has a plan, and the class is right there to watch simple cells become sponges and then fish and dinosaurs, then mammals and early primates and, eventually, modern humans. It''s the longest class trip ever!This is the story of a species, of our species, as only Ms. Frizzle can tell it. Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen tackle this essential topic with the insight and humor that have made the Magic School Bus the bestselling science series of all time.Hop on board for a class trip that spans billions of lifetimes!

From Stephanie Calmenson and Magic School Bus author Joanna Cole comes the third story about the adventures of Allie and Amy, two friends who have to save their favorite playground in this silly, fun-to-read Aladdin QUIX chapter book that’s perfect for emerging readers! Best, best friends Amy and Allie do absolutely everything together. But when Allie gets sick, she can''t perform their duet at a fundraiser to save the local playground! Will Amy have to sing alone?

From authors Stephanie Calmenson and Magic School Bus author Joanna Cole, comes the second story about the adventures of Allie and Amy, two friends who have a true-blue friendship in this silly, fun-to-read Aladdin QUIX chapter book that’s perfect for emerging readers! Best, best, best friends Amy and Allie do absolutely everything together. But a new girl has moved to their neighborhood, and she has only one extra ticket for the most exciting concert ever. Which friend will get to go? Allie or Amy?

From Stephanie Calmenson and Magic School Bus author Joanna Cole comes the first story about the adventures of Allie and Amy, two friends who have a true-blue friendship in this silly, fun-to-read Aladdin QUIX chapter book that’s perfect for emerging readers! Best, best, best friends Amy and Allie do absolutely everything together. And this summer they have made a list of activities that they will do each and every day. But then Allie learns she’s being sent to sleep-away camp and all their plans are ruined! How will these BFFs ever make it through the summer?

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Scholastic is re-releasing the ten original Magic School Bus titles in paperback. With updated scientific information, the bestselling science series ever is back! The classroom is decorated as Dinosaur Land, but Ms. Frizzle-inspired by an archeological dig-craves a more authentic experience. The Magic School Bus turns into a time machine and transports the class back millions of years to an adventure where they learn about dinosaurs, their habitats and diets, and even a Maiasaura nesting ground.

When a new hot dog stand opens in town, dog-lovers Kate and Lucie rush to try it out and the food is great, but the owners'' dachshunds, Ketchup and Mustard, soon disappear and it is up to the girls to save the day, while evading boys and preparing for the Bark-in-the-Park dog competition.

Arnold has swallowed the Magic School Bus! Now, instead of seeing an exhibit of the human body at a museum, the class is taking a look at Arnold''s stomach, his intestines, his bloodstream, and more from the inside on this heart-stopping fieldtrip - o

Kate and Lucie''s class has a substitute teacher. Mr. Z can''t keep the class under control, and doesn''t say anything when mean Darlene makes fun of Kate and Lucie. Luckily, once the girls turn into dogs, they learn they can save the day. Illustrations.

Tim is making a volcano, but he''s not sure how it should work. When Ms Frizzle and her class travel deep inside the earth to find out, things start to heat up!--

Ms. Frizzle takes her kids on a whirlwind tour, from the Arctic to the equator so they can see telltale signs of climate change.

Ms. Frizzle and her class climb aboard the Magic Bus and follow a kite that has broken free on a windy day, and during the chase they learn about sailboats, weather balloons, windmills, and other things which use energy from the wind.

Combines easy-to-read text and colorful illustrations that follow the experiences of a big sister as she helps to care for a baby sibling, and includes parent tips on responding to the needs of older children. By the authors of How I Was Adopted.

Ms. Frizzle''s students need science fair projects so she takes them on a tour through the ages to get ideas from some of the greatest scientists.

Provides instructions for such party games as Musical Chairs, Giant Steps, and Peanut Hunt.

The Magic School Bus Fact Finders are detailed research guides on fascinating subjects, and they include all kinds of the unexpected facts you''d expect from everyone''s favorite science teacher. Take a page from Ms. Frizzle''s book. Better yet, read all of her class notes and find out the incredible facts about the only flying mammals: BATS. The Magic School Bus Fact Finders are wonderful research tools. With photographs, illustrations, an index, and much more, they have all the information that makes learning fun. Each book is reviewed by an expert in the field and includes up-to-date information. Plus, you can count on the Ms. Frizzle''s class to cover the zany aspects of science as well. Based on the original series written by Joanna Cole & illustrated by Bruce Degen.

Ms. Frizzle''s class takes a magic school bus field trip to a national forest to visit the firefighters.

Isn''t it amazing that you were once inside Mommy? With clear inviting text and lively illustrations, Joanna Cole and Maxie Chambliss introduce young children to the concepts of pregnancy and childbirth--from the time they begin as one tiny cell to the joyful moment when their parents welcome them into the world.

Ms. Frizzle whisks her students away on a "cool" trip to Antarctica, where they learn all about the South Pole and come face to face with playful penguins and colossal icebergs. When the kids are magically changed into real penguins, they need Ms. Frizzle''s help to solve their penguin puzzle. Illustrations.

It''s natural for children to be concerned about the arrival of a new baby at their house. Most big brothers and sisters feel loving and tender one minute, angry or jealous the next. With over forty vivid full-color photographs and a clear, supportive text by award-winning author Joanna Cole, this revised edition of a much-loved classic will prepare children for the ups and downs of having a new baby in the house. "Should help small children sort out and deal with the turbulent mixed feelings that assail them when a new baby comes home." --Benjamin Spock, MD., author of Baby and Child Care

Take the frustration out of toilet teaching with the first comprehensive guide based on understanding your child''s needs first. Sensible and sensitive, this new, easy-to-use book will turn toilet teaching into a natural, growing experience, as you learn: How to instill reassuring daily routines; how to ease the transition from diapers to underpants; how to reinforce success--and alleviate stress, and much more.

When Allie Gator comes down with swamp flu, she worries that she will miss the street fair being held in her neighborhood.

Do you know why bees need flowers? Or what plants eat? Or how a plane stays in the air? Well, Ms. Frizzle''s class has all these answers and more! So hop aboard the Magic School Bus with Ms. Frizzle and the gang, and have all your questions answered! From an episode of the animated TV series produced by Scholastic Productions, Inc.. Based on THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS books written by Joanna Cole and illustrated by Bruce Degen.

A book about heat.

Traces the history of marbles and marble making, gives instructions for playing various kinds of games, explains related terms, and suggests further activities.

Ms. Frizzle''s class takes school excursions on the Magic School Bus and encounter all kinds of weird and wonderful scientific challenges.

This picture book presents a child''s-eye view of family life, describing the joy of welcoming a new sibling into the family.