Francesco Sedita

Michael K. just started fifth grade at a new school. As if that wasnt hard enough, the kids he seems to have made friends with apparently arent kids at all. They are aliens. Real aliens, who have invaded our planet disguised as school children and a hamster. They have a mission to complete: to convince 3,400,001 kids to BE SPHDZ in order to save the world! But with a hamster as their leader, "kids" who talk like walking advertisements, and Michael K. as their first convert, will the SPHDZ be able to keep their cover and pull off their assignment? Several websites mentioned in the book will be livegiving readers a full interactive experience.

¡Acompaña a esta inusual pandilla en su primera aventura!Kyle acaba de llegar a la ciudad y le encanta dibujar. Vic es una animadora popular y un genio de las matemáticas, aunque lo guarda en secreto. Beth es una chica callada, apasionada de la historia. Por su parte, Harry es el gracioso del grupo y siempre esta haciendo trucos de magia con la ayuda de su paciente colega, Nate. Cinco chicos que nunca habrian formado un grupo de forma natural. Pero la casualidad hace que coincidan en un campamento de verano en el que ven una vieja pelicula sobre la historia de la ciudad, Windrose, y de su ciudadano mas ilustre de una epoca ya pasada: el intrepido explorador e inventor Henry Merriweather, fundador del Campamento de los Exploradores y creador de su lema: "Plus Ultra" (Mas alla). Los cinco chicos no tardan en darse cuenta de que realmente existe algo "mas alla". Y adentrarse en las habitaciones secretas del castillo misterioso de Merriweather, atravesar un bosque tenebroso, cruzar un canal iluminado por la luna y hacer un viaje en el tiempo de ida y vuelta podria conducirlos hasta el tesoro escondido de Windrose del que habla la leyenda.

Acompanya aquesta inusual colla en la seva primera aventura! En Kyle acaba darribar a la ciutat i li encanta dibuixar. La Vic és una animadora popular i un geni de les matemàtiques, encara que el gua

La Societat dels Exploradors continua la seva aventura. Els cinc protagonistes dEl misteri de la Torre de la Lluna, ara segueixen la pista duna cosa molt grossa. Una escala secreta, un castell misterios... Aixo els porta cap a una emocionant recerca de les pistes que va deixar el ric explorador Henry Merriweather, de qui els rumors diuen que va amagar un tresor incalculable. Son reals aquestes informacions? Que els espera, als cinc amics? Quins perills hauran dafrontar al llarg del cami? Perque, si una cosa han apres, es que tot te un preu...

La Sociedad de los Exploradores continúa sus aventuras para descubrir los secretos de su pequeña ciudad.Kyle, Vic, Beth, Harry y Nate se adentran en un laberinto escondido justo debajo su pueblo. Una escalera secreta los conduce hacia lo desconocido para seguir las pistas dejadas por el excentrico explorador Henry Merriweather, quien se rumorea que encontro un tesoro de valor incalculable. ¿Que peligros habra en ese camino? Porque no hay tesoros escondidos sin que algo lo proteja...

A new dad gets ready to share the love of reading with his baby for the first time.Its babys first story time and a new dad is excited to read to his child. Hes also a little nervous. Which book should he choose? And what if it doesnt settle the baby to sleep? After bath time, picking out pjs, and the perfect swaddle, its time to cuddle up to read together. And begins the special journey that only starts when a book is opened. Father and baby are transported to the soothing world of their story, sharing the special love of reading together for the first time. Filled with both tenderness and wonder, This Is the First Book I Will Read to You is the ultimate baby shower gift for book-loving parents and their newest readers.

The rollicking Pathfinders treasure hunt continues as the five campers from Mystery of the Moon Tower get swept away in a new search for clues that may lead to untold riches hidden away long ago. This action-packed graphic novel is full of fun, magic, and friendship--sure to appeal to fans of the Last Kids on Earth and Lumberjanes series.Fresh from their hair-raising adventures in The Mystery of the Moon Tower, Kyle, Vic, Beth, Harry, and Nate are now hot on the trail of something big! A secret staircase leads down into the unknown, setting them on an exciting chase for clues left by the wealthy explorer Henry Merriweather, who was rumored to have hidden away a priceless treasure. Are the legends real? Where will the five friends end up? And what dangers will they encounter along the way? Because as theyve come to learn, everything comes at a price...In this exciting graphic novel adventure series, richly illustrated by Eisner-award-winning artist Steve Hamaker, the Pathfinders go ever deeper into the labyrinthian Merriweather mystery--and hope theyll come out the other side! "A legendary hidden treasure, a guy who collects stuff in a mysterious castle, and five cool kids trying to connect the dots and save the day. Whats not to love here?"--Max Brallier, author of the Last Kids on Earth series

Revisit the story of the classic film Dirty Dancing!Baby doesnt know anything about dancing, but she does keep her promises, which means learning to dance with Johnny Castle for his show at the Sheldrake Hotel. Can she learn the routine in time? And what about "The Lift"? Read on to find out!

Strike a posethis book is in vogue!Learn all about Madonnas life and career in this illustrated book! Filled with all the iconic hallmarks of a Who HQ biography, fans will have a chance to learn new things about their favorite pop icon or discover her for the first time!

Summer camp just became a whole lot more interesting when five curious kids accept a mysterious project: work together as a team to uncover a series of strange clues, reveal a secret path--and follow its twists and turns to a legendary treasure!Join in the fun in this lively, clever debut graphic novel sure to appeal to fans of the Last Kids on Earth and Lumberjanes series.Kyle is a new kid in town who likes to draw. Vic is a cool cheerleader whos secretly a math whiz. Quiet Beth is a history buff, while goofball Harry likes performing magic tricks, with the help of his patient wingman, Nate. Five kids unlikely to form a team, for sure.But then theyre thrown together at summer camp, where they watch a grainy old movie about the history of their town, Windrose, and one of its illustrious citizens of a bygone era: the intrepid explorer-inventor Henry Merriweather. Hes the one who established their camp. Merriweathers Camp Pathfinders motto? Plus Ultra: more beyond!The five kids soon find there is indeed "more beyond" in their pokey town with its weird weather and sudden geysers of smelly air. Deciphering a route of historical markers leads them to Merriweathers old castle, which is lined with ornate, beautiful tiles in hallways that lead to secret rooms full of odd objects--and where time itself is warped!Kyle, Vic, Beth, Harry, and Nate witness scenes from Merriweathers past and realize his experiments and eccentricities are pointing toward a path--that could lead to the rumored lost treasure of Windrose.This is the path our heroes are meant to follow, on a journey that will take them back and forth through time, through woods, and across waterways revealed by moonlight, right up to the looming Moon Tower itself--which holds Merriweathers secret . . . and the treasure!

Share the love with somebody youd never put in a corner.Have the time of your life with this charming gift book. Original illustrations highlighting this classic films most iconic scenes make this an ideal gift for the dance fanatic in your life.

A festive celebration of babys first Christmas and all the traditions that come along with the holiday.This is our first Christmas, our darling baby.Its Christmas Eve, and Mom and Dad are excited to share all their favorite traditions with their newborn for the very first time: trimming the tree, baking cookies, and picking out the perfect Christmas sweater.In this holiday-themed follow up to This is the First Book I Will Read to You, Francesco Sedita and Magenta Fox have created another tender celebration of firststhis time leading up to the magic of Christmas morning.

Take your seats, because Where Is Broadway? is ready to take center stage!In a lively and engaging style, authors Douglas Yacka and Francesco Sedita cover the development of the first theaters and the birth of the American musical, as well as the shows and stars that have become Broadway legends. Readers will get the inside story on their favorite shows and may even discover some new ones.

Deck the halls and mix up the eggnog! Its Christmas Eve for little Danielle and Francescoa time for family, presents, music, and most importantly . . . food! The siblings are very excited to celebrate at Aunt Babes house, where there are too many aunties, uncles, and cousins to count. And all is peaceful and brightuntil they realize that someone forgot to bring the dessert! Francesco and Danielle know they can save Christmas, but only if they can remember their mothers cheesecake recipe before its too late. This festive tribute to food and family will get young readers in the holiday spirit and make them very hungry for a Christmas feastItalian style!

The action-packed Pathfinders Society saga comes to a thrilling climax in this cant-miss installment! Perfect for fans of the Last Kids on Earth and Lumberjanes series.In their newest adventure, the Pathfinders are in for a wild time--literally! Unwittingly transported fifty years into the past, Kyle, Vic, Harry, Beth, and Nate desperately try to find a way back to their own time while attempting to avoid questions about who--and from when--they are. A mysterious map and a reckless river journey takes them straight into danger and beyond, where the present and the past collide in otherworldly ways. Will the Pathfinders find their way home, or will they be trapped in this not-so-groovy era forever?Electrifying artwork by Eisner-Award-winning artist Steve Hamaker brings the action, friendships, and intrigue to life in this exciting graphic novel series.

Acompanya aquesta inusual colla en la seva primera aventura! En Kyle acaba d'arribar a la ciutat i li encanta dibuixar. La Vic és una animadora popular i un geni de les matemàtiques, encara que ho gu

¡Acompaña a esta inusual pandilla en su primera aventura!Kyle acaba de llegar a la ciudad y le encanta dibujar. Vic es una animadora popular y un genio de las matemáticas, aunque lo guarda en secreto. Beth es una chica callada, apasionada de la historia. Por su parte, Harry es el gracioso del grupo y siempre esta haciendo trucos de magia con la ayuda de su paciente colega, Nate. Cinco chicos que nunca habrian formado un grupo de forma natural. Pero la casualidad hace que coincidan en un campamento de verano en el que ven una vieja pelicula sobre la historia de la ciudad, Windrose, y de su ciudadano mas ilustre de una epoca ya pasada: el intrepido explorador e inventor Henry Merriweather, fundador del Campamento de los Exploradores y creador de su lema: "Plus Ultra" (Mas alla). Los cinco chicos no tardan en darse cuenta de que realmente existe algo "mas alla". Y adentrarse en las habitaciones secretas del castillo misterioso de Merriweather, atravesar un bosque tenebroso, cruzar un canal iluminado por la luna y hacer un viaje en el tiempo de ida y vuelta podria conducirlos hasta el tesoro escondido de Windrose del que habla la leyenda.

La Sociedad de los Exploradores continúa sus aventuras para descubrir los secretos de su pequeña ciudad. Kyle, Vic, Beth, Harry y Nate se adentran en un laberinto escondido justo debajo su pueblo. Un

La Societat dels Exploradors continua la seva aventura. Els cinc protagonistes d'El misteri de la Torre de la Lluna, ara segueixen la pista d'una cosa molt grossa. Una escala secreta, un castell misterios... Aixo els porta cap a una emocionant recerca de les pistes que va deixar el ric explorador Henry Merriweather, de qui els rumors diuen que va amagar un tresor incalculable. Son reals aquestes informacions? Que els espera, als cinc amics? Quins perills hauran d'afrontar al llarg del cami? Perque, si una cosa han apres, es que tot te un preu...