"This 2007 Newbery Honor Book is a humorous and heartwarming debut about feeling different and finding acceptance. Now in After Words paperback! Twelve-year-old Catherine just wants a normal life. Which is near impossible when you have a brother with autism and a family that revolves around his disability. She's spent years trying to teach David the rules from "a peach is not a funny-looking apple" to "keep your pants on in public"---in ..."
"A new early reader series from dynamic duo, Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord and NEW YORK TIMES bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson, featuring Hot Rod Hamster! Hot Rod Hamster LOVES to drive superfast. And today he's building a box car from scratch to race downhill in the Wacky Whatever Race. He needs to pick out a box, wheels, and a paint color for his car. Can you help him? With the same bouncing rhythms, fun choice rhymes, and da ..."
Hot Rod Hamster(1st Edition) by CynthiaLord, Derek Anderson Hardcover, 40 Pages, Published 2010 by Scholastic Press Picture Book ISBN-13: 978-0-545-03530-9, ISBN: 0-545-03530-9
"From Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord and NYT bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson comes an INTERACTIVE read-aloud picture book for the very young-featuring an extremely lovable and adorable hamsOld car, new car, shiny painted blue carRust car, clean car, itty-bitty green car.WHICH WOULD YOU CHOOSE?Newbery Honor-author Cynthia Lord and New York Times bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson put the pedal to the metal in this endearing, ..."
Half a Chance(Reprint) by CynthiaLord Paperback, 224 Pages, Published 2016 by Scholastic Pr ISBN-13: 978-0-545-03534-7, ISBN: 0-545-03534-1
"A moving middle-grade novel from the Newbery Honor author of "Rules." When Lucy's family moves to an old house on a lake, Lucy tries to see her new home through her camera's lens, as her father has taught her -- he's a famous photographer, away on a shoot. Will her photos ever meet his high standards? When she discovers that he's judging a photo contest, Lucy decides to enter anonymously. She wants to find out if her eye for photography ..."
Borrowing Bunnies A Surprising True Tale of Fostering Rabbits by CynthiaLord, Hazel Mitchell, John Bald Hardcover, 40 Pages, Published 2019 by Farrar, Straus And Giroux (Byr) ISBN-13: 978-0-374-30841-4, ISBN: 0-374-30841-1
"Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord likes fostering rabbits―or, as she fondly calls it, “borrowing bunnies.” This is the heartwarming true story of the author’s own journey with two very special rabbits.In the spring of 2016, Peggotty and Benjamin were saved by Maine’s Cottontail Cottage Rabbit Rescue after their previous owners had neglected them. But before the two Netherland Dwarf rabbits could be adopted, Cynthia had to help them lear ..."
"A new fun-filled Hot Rod Hamster reader from the dynamic duo of Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord and NEW YORK TIMES bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson!Hot Rod Hamster is looking for adventure!Hamster and his friends go looking for an awesome adventure at Al's ATV Park. But Hamster needs YOUR help to make it the perfect ride, full of bumps, jumps, and down-and-dirty fun! After roaring up hills, rolling over rocks, and splashing thro ..."
Jelly Bean (Shelter Pet Squad #1) by CynthiaLord, Erin Mcguire Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2014 by Scholastic Press ISBN-13: 978-0-545-63597-4, ISBN: 0-545-63597-7
"A delightful new illustrated chapter book series by Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord Suzannah s always wanted a pet of her own but she lives in an apartment where there are absolutely no pets allowed What she CAN do is volunteer at a local pet shelter There although she s the youngest Suzannah quickly finds herself making friends with the kids and bonding with the animals She makes toys and treats for the animals She feeds the cats and ..."
"Hamster and Dog are back to celebrate Hamster's birthday! Pink cake, blue cake, chocolate through-and-through cake.Short cake, tall cake, cannot-eat-it-all cake.WHICH WOULD YOU CHOOSE? Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord and NEW YORK TIMES bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson return with a tale chock-full of fun rhymes and hilarious artwork about Hamster's favorite day: his birthday! But is it possible that Dog and his friends have forg ..."
A Handful of Stars by CynthiaLord Paperback, Published by Scholastic Press ISBN-13: 978-0-545-77578-6, ISBN: 0-545-77578-7
Half a Chance by CynthiaLord Hardcover, 224 Pages, Published 2014 by Scholastic Press ISBN-13: 978-0-545-03533-0, ISBN: 0-545-03533-3
"A moving new middle-grade novel from the Newbery Honor author of RULES. When Lucy's family moves to an old house on a lake, Lucy tries to see her new home through her camera's lens, as her father has taught her -- he's a famous photographer, away on a shoot. Will her photos ever meet his high standards? When she discovers that he's judging a photo contest, Lucy decides to enter anonymously. She wants to find out if her eye for photograp ..."
Touch Blue(1st Edition) by CynthiaLord Hardcover, 192 Pages, Published 2010 by Scholastic Press Box Calendar ISBN-13: 978-0-545-03531-6, ISBN: 0-545-03531-7
"Touch Blue and your wish will come true."Why take chances?" says eleven-year-old Tess Brooks. "Especially when it's so easy to let the universe know what you want by touching blue or turning around three times or crossing your fingers."But Tess is coming to know that it's not always that simple.The state of Maine plans to shut down her island's schoolhouse, which would force Tess's family to move to the mainland--and Tess to leave the o ..."
Rules by CynthiaLord Hardcover, 208 Pages, Published 2006 by Scholastic Press ISBN-13: 978-0-439-44382-1, ISBN: 0-439-44382-2
"A heartfelt and witty debut about feeling different and finding acceptance--beyond the rules. Twelve-year-old Catherine just wants a normal life. Which is near impossible when you have a brother with autism and a family that revolves around his disability. She's spent years trying to teach David the rules-from "a peach is not a funny-looking apple" to "keep your pants on in public"-in order to stop his embarrassing behaviors. But the su ..."
Rules by CynthiaLord, Inc. Scholastic Paperback, 200 Pages, Published 2006 by Scholastic ISBN-13: 978-0-545-03640-5, ISBN: 0-545-03640-2
"My deepest appreciation to: Everyone at Scholastic Press, especially Marijka
Kostiw, Kristina Albertson, Tracy Mack, and Leslie Bndnick. Tracey Adams, my
wonderful agent. The members of nay critique groups, each of whom possess
that ..."
Book Buddies Ivy Lost and Found (Paperback) by CynthiaLord, Stephanie Graegin Paperback, 80 Pages, Published 2022 by Candlewick ISBN-13: 978-1-5362-2605-8, ISBN: 1-5362-2605-X
"This heartwarming story by Cynthia Lord, with a classic feel and gentle illustrations by Stephanie Graegin, is the first in a chapter-book series that pairs friendly toys with child characters who need them."
"When Hamster and his friends go looking for some cool, wet, wild fun at the Water Kingdom waterpark, Hamster and his new friend, Holly, challenge two dogs to a race down the waterslide. Can they win? With the same bouncing rhythms, fun choice rhymes, and daredevil antics that made the picture books so popular, this original Level 2 reader will be a sturdy stepping-stone for both Hot Rod Hamster fans and series newcomers moving on to ind ..."
""Hot Rod Hamster is getting ready for a big race. Can you help him win the very best prize of all?" (from the back of the book). This is an easy to read book with words in balloons, comic book style. Perfect for beginning readers."
Paloma (Shelter Pet Squad #3) by CynthiaLord, Erin Mcguire Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2016 by Scholastic Press ISBN-13: 978-0-545-63604-9, ISBN: 0-545-63604-3
"New titles in these adorable series for emerging readers One Saturday morning there s a big surprise for the Shelter Pet Squad a group of sato puppies has arrived Satos are homeless dogs of various breeds from Puerto Rico The kids will help them settle in until they are ready for adoption Suzannah plays with a pup named Paloma until the little dog falls asleep in her lap It s puppy love That s why it s hard the next week when a line of ..."
Merlin (Shelter Pet Squad #2) by CynthiaLord, Erin Mcguire Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2015 by Scholastic Press ISBN-13: 978-0-545-63600-1, ISBN: 0-545-63600-0
"In this charming illustrated chapter book series by Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord, the Shelter Pet Squad kids find the perfect homes for animals in need!A pet is missing!When Suzannah arrives to volunteer at the shelter, one of the animals is missing! It's Merlin, a mischievous ferret who gets into everything, and loves to play hide and seek.Owning a ferret can be really hard work, the Shelter Pet Squad discovers. Whoever takes Merl ..."
"The early reader series from the dynamic duo of Newbery Honor author Cynthia Lord and New York Times bestselling illustrator Derek Anderson now features Hot Rod Hamster in his spookiest adventure yet!It's Halloween and Hot Rod Hamster is going to a party! But first, he must come up with a costume that's fun and spooky enough to win the contest. Can you help him?With the same bouncing rhythms, fun choice rhymes, and daredevil antics that ..."