Law & Crime - Kids Fiction

With informative text and engaging illustrations, readers can follow along as a class meets a police officer and learns what police officers do. Comprehension questions, fun facts, and critical thinking questions keep readers engaged and introduce them to thinking about what they're reading.Author: Gina...

Percy The Police CarMeet Carville's Finest Percy is a brave police car, ready to help his fellow citizens of Carville anytime they need him. But right now it's resting time Percy is about to take a nap when suddenly Officer Diaz calls him "A...

Brett is president of her school's Unity Club. When a new group home for at-risk youth opens in the neighborhood, Brett becomes friends with Jude, one of the boys who lives at the home. After a series of acts of vandalism, the community starts...

This is the fourth story featuring Dylan O'Connor after The Snowball Effect, Caught in the Act, and Rise of the Zombie Scarecrows. Dylan O'Connor is in trouble again. While riding his bike home after dark, he has a run-in with a truck but doesn't...

Teen special agents James and Lauren travel to the US in the tenth book of the CHERUB series, which Rick Riordan says has "plenty of action." CHERUB agents are highly trained, extremely talented--and all under the age of seventeen. For official purposes, these agents...

Larry Jack arrives home from the Korean War with a divorce and no prospects for a future he now assumes will be lonely. As luck would have it, however, with his discharge paper still in hand, Larry Jack is offered the job of a...

A teenage paparazzo makes a dangerous discovery in this timely look at celebrity "that is likely to be snapped up and make a lasting impression" (School Library Journal). All Jamie Gordon wants to do is to take pictures of celebrities...and maybe to become famous...

Becca has plenty to hide and everything to lose--but with her future on the line, she's willing to risk it all. This gripping novel from New York Times bestselling author Maragaret Peterson Haddix "will rivet readers" (Publishers Weekly). Becca's claim to fame is one...

How do you explain color to the blind? Music to the deaf? Pain to the unfeeling? You can't. That's why I'll never understand fear... No matter how much my survival depends on it.Author: Francine PascalISBN-10: 1442431083ISBN-13: 9781442431089Publisher: Simon PulseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/26/2011Pages: 256Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.52lbsSize:...

What would you do for love? Nikki helps her boyfriend commit murder in this "dark, devastating, and realistic portrait of a girl in over her head" (Publishers Weekly). Nikki's life is far from perfect, but at least she has Dee. Her friends tell her...

The Joker transforms dozens of Gotham City citizens into laughing (and robbing) fools Is the Dark Knight outnumbered, or can he even the odds? Should he use a Batarang or another high-tech weapon? Can the Caped Crusader save the city, or will the Clown...

BATMAN finds hundreds of mutated half-human, half-crocodile zombies -- along with KILLER CROC himself He has 24 hours to find a cure, or BATMAN will become one of CROC'S reptilian zombies.Author: Laurie S. SuttonISBN-10: 1434242153ISBN-13: 9781434242150Publisher: Stone Arch BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2012Pages: 88Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize:...

Darkseid has always been one of SUPERMAN'S strongest foes, so when the MAN OF STEEL discovers that the Dark Lord and his demonic minions have located the Infinity Particle, SUPERMAN realizes he's in deep trouble.Author: Laurie S. SuttonISBN-10: 1434240983ISBN-13: 9781434240989Publisher: Stone Arch BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

The JOKER has created a nasty videogame virus, an electronic version of his JOKER VENOM. If BATMAN can't get gamers to put down their handheld gaming devices, JOKER will soon have an army of obedient JOKER-zombies at his command.Author: Scott PetersonISBN-10: 1434240967ISBN-13: 9781434240965Publisher: Stone...

The Cosmic Obliterator, a doomsday weapon capable of destroying entire planets, has gone missing BATMAN is on the case, but so far the only clue is a ticket to the Super-Villain Crime Convention. That's one place the DARK KNIGHT can't go . . ....

In the dead of winter, fear is spreading through GOTHAM like a flu virus. Hundreds of residents have gone mad with fright, and dozens more are affected each day. Fortunately, BATMAN and his teenage partner, BATGIRL, are on this medical case. And soon, the...

While on intergalactic patrol, HAL JORDAN, a member of the GREEN LANTERN CORPS, receives a distress call. A nearby planet is under attack . . . by lawn mowers All of the planet's machines have come alive. Cars, semi-trucks, even television sets, have transformed...

As the sun sets in METROPOLIS, the electricity suddenly goes out, and crime wave erupts throughout the darkened city. This is a job for SUPERMAN But as the MAN OF STEEL restores order, an even bigger problem arrives . . . the evil PARASITE....

Diego has gotten into trouble because of his temper before. But when he punches out a guy in school who was looking at him funny, he finds himself in juvenile court, facing the possibility of probation, or worse--juvenile jail. Mr. Vidas is assigned as...

It ain't easy being the boss.... Life's been tough for Kate Blessing. Her parents are still on the outs, the family's about to hit the mattresses, and one of their own is threatening to pull rank. Kate's also managing two guys: one whose parents...

An offer she can't refuse. Kate Blessing is not your typical high school junior. She's a good student who's into guys and the latest designer jeans...and she's also part of the mob. Her father, Bobby Blessing, is the head of the family, and her...

Deet's world turns upside down when his father is arrested for drug use. It doesn't seem possible that kind, caring Dad could be a criminal After all, he only took the pills to stay awake so he could work two jobs. Now what will...

The CrimeFighters are a group of superheroes that are also law-enforcement officers and first responders. The CrimeFighters are friends that work together to fight crime and make the streets safer. They are equipped with special armored suits that have features that are linked to...

Got a sixth sense for trouble? Read on, buster. Our favorite girl detective calls on her gut instincts in an exciting grand finale of the Ruby Redfort series. Ruby Redfort: you can count on her when the ice starts to crack. Falling through the...

Author: Paul VolponiISBN-10: 0756967597ISBN-13: 9780756967598Publisher: Turtleback BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/02/2006Pages: 199Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.40w x 0.80dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 4.9Point Value: 6Interest Level: Upper GradeQuiz #/Name: 87550 / Black and White

In this fun, history-based adventure of magical realism, wherein puns abound, Capitol Cat & Watch Dog team to find a missing Library of Congress (LOC) exhibit: a lock of President Thomas Jefferson's hair. Thinking that the hair exhibit may have been misfiled, character Cat-alog,...

A young adult debut from internationally bestselling author Harlan Coben Mickey Bolitar's year can't get much worse. After witnessing his father's death and sending his mom to rehab, he's forced to live with his estranged uncle Myron and switch high schools. A new school...

Just as The Lemonade War, which sold more than 260,000 copies, put business into thehands of Evan and his younger sister, Jessie, this equally exciting follow-up puts thelaw into their hands. Using the rules of our legal system as a guide, they turn the...

An Edgar Award Finalist Lenny Norbeck is a die-hard baseball lover. Unfortunately, he's no player himself (according to him, he's "the worst there ever was.") But he'd make a heck of an announcer. He gets a lot of practice sitting with his best friends,...

It is spring 1929, and Prohibition is in full swing. So when Ruben and Jeddy find a dead body washed up on the shore of their small coastal Rhode Island town, they are sure it has something to do with smuggling liquor. Soon the...

The fourth title in this thrilling new crime series that puts young people at the heart of the action. Strong characters, believable dialogue, authentic locations and compelling plots delivering maximum excitement for the young adult market.Mickey Stone, the head of Stonecor, London's most powerful...

New cutting-edge, fast-paced crime series that puts young people at the heart of the action. Strong characters, believable dialogue, authentic locations and compelling plots delivering maximum excitement for the young adult market. SPECIAL AGENTS is a thrilling new crime series that is contemporary, exciting...

Second title in this cutting-edge crime series for teenage readers. Three teenage protagonists in the elite PIC unit of Special Branch, fight crime on the streets of London. The tennis championships at Wimbledon and something horrible is about to happen to Will Anderson, the...

A charity cruise filled with GOTHAM'S wealthiest citizens has been boarded by not one but two groups of hijackers POISON IVY and MR. FREEZE fight for the right to ransom the passengers with countless citizens caught in the crossfire. Outnumbered and out of his...

"Robins has infused new life into the trickster cat." Kirkus Reviews A wonderful new picture book version of one of T. S. Eliot's most popular cat poems, brought to life by delightfully humorous illustrations from Arthur Robins, a timeless magical partnership. Join the cat-burglars...

In Crabtree, Michigan, winter can be murder. Thirteen-year-old girl detective Kat Dylan and her little brother, Alec, are back!Even after cracking the case of the century, Kat and Alec are still stuck in Crabtree, and suffering through a long, cold winter. When a middle...

Unravel the chilling mystery of Mia Westbrook's murder in this heart-pounding cold case podcast adventure!Join the dynamic trio of Ava, Carol, and Derik as they leap from solving petty crimes to investigating the most perplexing cold case of all time. In the first book...

It's up to Ali Cross to solve the mystery of his missing friend in this action-packed thrill ride, a full-color graphic novel adaptation of the #1 New York Times bestseller Ali Cross! Ali Cross has always dreamed of following in the footsteps of his...

It's up to Ali Cross to solve the mystery of his missing friend in this action-packed thrill ride, a full-color graphic novel adaptation of the #1 New York Times bestseller Ali Cross! Ali Cross has always dreamed of following in the footsteps of his...

Author: Salla SimukkaISBN-10: 1471402460ISBN-13: 9781471402463Publisher: Hot Key BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/07/2014Pages: 242Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.53lbsSize: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.55dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.3Point Value: 8Interest Level: Upper GradeQuiz #/Name: 169640 / As Red as Blood

OLD books get NEW doodles - it's the classics as you've never seen them before!A hilarious new series that brings the classics to life with illustrations by Jack Noel. Perfect for 7 - 9 year olds and fans of Tom Gates, Wimpy Kid and...

Where did Harley Quinn meet the Joker? What are the names of her pet hyenas? Who does the Clown Princess of Crime turn to when she needs a helping hand? Uncover a treasure trove of info about Gotham City's jolly jester. Featuring captivating text,...

Misery's Fire is a teenager's account of his time in Hell. When the demons couldn't torture him, they sent him to a place more gruesome - high school. "When I found myself in Hell I learned several things. One, there really is a Devil...

Popular Paxton has been murdered. Her boyfriend, Lane, has been charged with the crime but his sister Layla is not beyond suspicion. Also among those who knew Paxton best are the friend she betrayed, the boy she rejected, and the girl who now wants...

Why is Superman so powerful on Earth? What is his suit made of? How does red Kryptonite affect the Man of Steel? Dig into a treasure trove of info about the Last Son of Krypton. Featuring captivating text, quick lists, fun quizzes, and more,...

Step into an adorable and educational story that introduces children to the world of law!Thomas T. Tortoise is excited to go grocery shopping for his favorite foods at the grand opening of Carrots & More Grocery Store! But when he slips on a puddle...

Sometimes the real treasures are the people you meet along the way! Fans of Mac Barnett, Jory John, and Chris Haughton will adore this hilarious story of a bank robbery that doesn't go according to plan. Loosely inspired by the most famous bank heist...

Why is Superman so powerful on Earth? What is his suit made of? How does red Kryptonite affect the Man of Steel? Dig into a treasure trove of info about the Last Son of Krypton. Featuring captivating text, quick lists, fun quizzes, and more,...

Poison Ivy takes over a seed bank filled with the world's most historical and priceless plant seeds. Does Batman enter Ivy's thorny maze alone or call for backup? Should he use a Batarang or another high-tech weapon? Will the Dark Knight cut through Ivy's...

The amazing super hero cousins, SUPERMAN and SUPERGIRL, together in one exciting adventure When SUPERGIRL brings home a strange furry pet, not everything is as it seems. Soon the tiny creature becomes a massive problem -- and the Toyman's to blame Will the World's...