Yuriels poor neighborhood in Monterrey, Mexico, isnt a place where fairy tales happen. Yuriel and his cousin Azul work each day doing laundry to help their family make a living. So when Azul, a trans teen, decides she wants to mark her transition to womanhood with a quinceara, Yuriel is sure its an impossible dream. They dont have the money, and besides, Azuls father would never support her transition. But as an openly gay artist in a traditional family, Yuriel sees how important this rite of passage is for Azul. As Yuriel risks everything to play fairy godmother to Azul, he realizes its going to take a little bit of magic to pull off this once-in-a-lifetime quinceara.

Fairy tales are beloved stories for our youngest readers for a reason: they're magical. Often that magic is in a character, such as a fairy or witch. Sometimes it's just woven through the story. Even though some fairy tales are hundreds of years old, they continue to appeal to new generations. This fascinating look at fairy tales helps young readers recognize a common theme or purpose in fairy tales. It will introduce them to famous fairy tale authors, such as Hans Christian Anderson. Accessible text and beautiful images make this high-interest topic an entertaining and educational experience.

This collection brings eight fairy tales to life through hilarious rhyme. Reads will love the dark humor of this illustrated fairy tale collection. Familiar fairy tales include The Elves and the Shoemaker, The Billy Goats Gruff, and Rapunzel. Each story has its own modern twist. These entertaining tales are sure to excite young readers and introduce them to classic stories in a fresh way.

Praise for The Magic Mirror: "Staniszewski creates a tense mystery akin to the 'Encyclopedia Brown' series. . . . Pamintuan's illustrations have an animated style that is engaging without overwhelming the text. VERDICT A series debut that. . .will engage readers with its fantastical mystery and honest depictions of relationships with family and friends." -- School Library Journal Magic, friendship, and adventure are the perfect ingredients for a new twisted fairy tales Branches series from Anna Staniszewski! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! The Enchanted Kingdom is in a heat wave until the Ice Princess uses her magic mirror to make winter come -- no wonder Kara and Zed are too hot. But the magic mirror is broken! And no one else wants to help the princess. Can Kara and Zed find out how to fix the mirror and bring back winter? Or will it be summer forever? Macky Pamintuan's illustrations are on every page, welcoming readers into the adorably silly world of the Once Upon a Fairy Tale series.

Indira Ella—please, just call her Indi!—has a new stepmom and twin stepsisters. Indi soon discovers the twins are into live-action role-playing. Indi excitedly offers to craft them new costumes. Then she gets a chance to make costumes for herself, her sisters, and their mysterious friend for the big end-of-the-year school celebration. But when the twins get in trouble for messing up their mom’s kitchen, Indi takes the blame. That’s when Indi’s fairy godmother, FG, decides to appear, and events take a magnificent turn. Follow along as Indi’s story unfolds in her very own journal entries.

Goldie Lock is bored. Her family’s trip to the lake has been full of rainy days and her crying baby sister. But when a family of bears shows up, things get a lot more interesting for Goldie. Follow along as she writes about her adventures and hilarious missteps in her very own journal.

Little Red is determined to win the Storyland Bake-Off this year, no matter what! With her awesome Granny G by her side, Little Red is sure she’ll take first place. But Little Red’s rival and wannabe friend, Wolfie, has other ideas! Follow along as Little Red journals about her taste-testing with Granny G, their surefire recipe, and her showdown with Wolfie at the big baking competition.

Mason E. Pig is worried. Mama says it’s time for he and his brothers, Hayden and Lincoln, to move out on their own. Mason knows to pack and plan for the big move. He also knows to be on the lookout for the Big Bad Wolves. But Hayden and Lincoln are nothing like their brother! Will Mason need to bail out his irresponsible siblings yet again? Read Mason’s very own journal to find out!

In Trixie the Fairy Finds Flowers, beginning readers learn about the phonics concept of vowel teams in an exciting, fantastical setting. Follow along as Trixie the Fairy collects flowers with vowel teams in their names and befriends a house elf, all while incorporating various words containing vowel teams, in this fun decodable book. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about phonics and vowel teams using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Supplementary back matter helps readers review the story, while a glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Trixie the Fairy Finds Flowers also features reading tips for teachers and parents, an index, and a table of contents. Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun fiction for emerging readers. Trixie the Fairy Finds Flowers is part of Jump!'s Fairy Tale Phonics series.

Ava is frustrated and bored with fairy tales. They are all the same! But when she falls into the Sleeping Beauty fairy tale, she realizes she has a chance to make some important changes! As soon as she meets Briar Rose, Ava takes action. She teaches Briar Rose how important it is to be assertive and question things. Why wait around 100 years for a kiss from a stranger when you can take matters into your own hands? Thats what Ava and Briar Rose do in the untraditional graphic novel.

Jake thinks hes too cool for fairy tales, but that changes when he falls into the Beauty and the Beast fairy tale and meets Belle. Her strength lies in her empathy and conviction, and Jake is in awe of her kindness. Jake is also in awe of the Beasts demanding and rude attitude. What is his problem? When Belle goes to visit her ailing father, Jake takes the opportunity to befriend the Beast. Jake calls out the Beast on his terrible behavior and attitude and learns a few things about himself in this untraditional graphic novel.

In Midnight the Unicorn Competes, beginning readers learn about the phonics concepts of prefixes and suffixes in an exciting, fantastical setting. Follow along as Midnight the Unicorn and Jumper the Frog compete in the Fairy Tale Contest, all while incorporating various prefixes and suffixes, in this fun decodable book. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Children can learn more about prefixes and suffixes using Fact Surfer, our safe online search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Supplementary back matter helps readers review the story, while a glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Midnight the Unicorn Competes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, an index, and a table of contents. Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun fiction for emerging readers. Midnight the Unicorn Competes is part of Jump!'s Fairy Tale Phonics series.

Are there any elements of truth in The Frog Prince? Frogs don't turn into princes--but they can see well under water. Integrating science with literacy, this book adds funny "Truth Time" sidebars to a retelling of The Frog Prince, explaining real frog behavior and more. Includes discussion of fairy tale traits, fictional vs. real comparison chart, glossary, and book and website resources. Perfect for young students just learning about fiction and nonfiction and real versus not real, this title supports CCSS standards for reading literature.

Are there any elements of truth in Jack and the Beanstalk? Beans don't grow overnight, and giants don't live in clouds. Integrating science with literacy, this book adds funny "Truth Time" sidebars to a retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, explaining real plant growth and human gigantism. Includes discussion of fairy tale traits, fictional vs. real comparison chart, glossary, and book and website resources. Perfect for young students just learning about fiction and nonfiction and real versus not real, this title supports CCSS standards for reading literature.

Are there any elements of truth in Little Red Riding Hood? Wolves don't talk--but they are fast and smart. Integrating science with literacy, this book adds funny "Truth Time" sidebars to a retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, explaining real wolf behavior and more. Includes discussion of fairy tale traits, fictional vs. real comparison chart, glossary, and book and website resources. Perfect for young students just learning about fiction and nonfiction and real versus not real, this title supports CCSS standards for reading literature.

Are there any elements of truth in The Three Little Pigs? Pigs don't build houses--but brick houses are stronger than straw and sticks. Integrating science with literacy, this book adds funny "Truth Time" sidebars to a retelling of The Three Little Pigs, explaining real pig behavior and more. Includes discussion of fairy tale traits, fictional vs. real comparison chart, glossary, and book and website resources. Perfect for young students just learning about fiction and nonfiction and real versus not real, this title supports CCSS standards for reading literature.

When Kaita falls into the book Cinderalla, she is NOT impressed. Why is Cinderella the only one cleaning? Why are Cinderellas stepmother and stepsisters so mean to her? Why doesnt her dad speak up? And what in the world is happening at this upcoming ball? Needless to say, Kaita has a lot to teach Cinderella before she finds her way out of this fairy tale. And with Kaitas help, Cinderella is ready to speak up for herself in this untraditional graphic novel.

Have you ever wondered where the baddies from fairy tales end up? Look no further than the Tale Jaila super-secure prison with inmates from Captain Hook to the Big Bad Wolf. But they don't plan on sticking around. The phoneme /ea/ is featured in this title.

Are there any elements of truth in Goldilocks and the Three Bears? Bears might eat porridge, but they certainly wouldn't cook it! Bears would, however, go for walks in the woods. Integrating science with literacy, this book adds funny "Truth Time" sidebars to a retelling of Goldilocks, explaining real bear behavior, the science of breaking chairs, and more. Includes discussion of fairy tale traits, fictional vs. real comparison chart, glossary, and book and website resources. Perfect for young students just learning about fiction and nonfiction and real versus not real, this title supports CCSS standards for reading literature.