Katherine Applegate
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 4
Description
Bob, a mutt of uncertain heritage, sets out on a dangerous journey in search of his long-lost sister with the help of his two best friends, Ivan the gorilla and Ruby the elephant. As a hurricane approaches and time is running out, Bob finds courage he never knew he had and learns the true meaning of friendship and family. -- adapted from back cover.
3) The only
Author
Series
Endling volume 3
Publisher
Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 8
Description
A trilogy conclusion finds Byx and her friends discovering that the same extinction facing the dairnes is threatening all living species, prompting the team to recruit creatures throughout the world into their revolution.
4) Odder
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 2
Appears on list
Description
Meet Odder, the Queen of Play: Nobody has her moves. She doesn't just swim to the bottom, she dive-bombs. She doesn't just somersault, she triple-doughnuts. She doesn't just ride the waves, she makes them. Odder spends her days off the coast of central California, practicing her underwater acrobatics and spinning the quirky stories for which she's known. She's a fearless daredevil, curious to a fault. But when Odder comes face-to-face with a hungry...
5) Crenshaw
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 3
Formats
Description
"A story about a homeless boy and his imaginary friend that proves in unexpected ways that friends matter, whether real or imaginary"--
Jackson and his family have fallen on hard times. There's no more money for rent. And not much for food, either. His parents, his little sister, and their dog may have to live in their minivan... again. Crenshaw is a cat. He's large, he's outspoken, and he's imaginary. He's been gone for four years, but has come...
Author
Series
Animorphs volume 3
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
c1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 4
Description
The wildly popular books by K.A. Applegate are back! The Animorphs return in this update of the classic series.
When Tobias and his friends were given the power to morph, they were also given an important warning: Never stay in a morph for more than two hours. But Tobias broke the time limit, and now he's trapped in the body of a hawk -- forever. When he discovers an important Yeerk secret, Tobias knows he has to do everything in his power to destroy...
8) The predator
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
c1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 4
Description
The wildly popular books by K.A. Applegate are back! The Animorphs return in this update of the classic series.
Marco never wanted to be an Animorph. He didn't want the ability to change into any animal he touches. And he certainly didn't want to be one of a handful of kids that are the planet's only defense against a secret alien army. His friends know why he feels the way he does. He's worried about his dad -- the only family Marco has left. If...
9) The answer
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
2001
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 4
Description
The battle is still raging, and it's out-and-out war. Jake and the other Animorphs have found a way to slow the Yeerks down, but now the Yeerks have decided the best way to win is to just destroy everything and everyone who gets in their way.
Just when things look hopeless, Jake and the others discover help where they least expected: Taxxons. Creatures so foul and heartless, it's hard to believe that they're capable of having any feelings. But Jake...
10) The diversion
Author
Series
Animorphs volume 49
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
2001
Description
The Yeerks finally realize that the Andalite Bandits are not aliens, but humans. Now, Tobias and the other Animorphs must protect themselves.
11) The attack
Author
Series
Animorphs volume 26
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
1999
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 4
Description
The Animorphs have met the Ellimist. He helped to save the kids when they were about to be eaten by a Taxxon. He helped to free two Hork-Bajir and restored Tobias's morphing ability. But even though the Ellimist has enormous power, he is not all-powerful. He has an enemy. The Crayak.
The Crayak and the Ellimist have decided that a battle is necessary to prove their ultimate power. But they don't intend to fight each other. The Ellimist will choose...
12) The suspicion
Author
Series
Animorphs volume 24
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
1998
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Cassie and the other Animorphs have a few little problems. A few very little problems. Actually, the problems call themselves Helmacrons. They're less than an inch tall, and they're pretty upset at Cassie. They believe she stole their ship. Cassie thought it was just a toy and gave it to charity. Now the Helmacrons want it back.
So the Animorphs have a new dilemma. Because the Helmacrons have their own secret weapon: They can shrink other beings...
13) The mutation
Author
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
c1999
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Visser Three is still trying to find a way to reach the Pemalite ship. The ship that was hidden thousands of feet below the ocean's surface. A ship containing technology so advanced that is is superior to anything even the Andalites have built. And this time, the Visser plans to find the ship so he can use its power to complete Earth's invasion.
14) The resistance
Author
Series
Animorphs volume 47
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 3
Description
The Animorphs have to make the most important decision they've ever faced: Do they continue to fight the Yeerks in secret, or is it time to let everyone know there's a resistance? That the Animorphs exist and Earth does stand a small chance against the invasion.
Jake knows that either choice is a major one, not something that a kid should be responsible for. But he's getting tired of the pressure. Even though he realizes his friends need him to...
15) The Last
Author
Series
Endling volume 1
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
[2018]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 11
Description
A New York Times bestseller from the beloved author of the action-packed Animorphs series and the award-winning The One and Only Ivan.
In this first book of an epic middle grade series, Katherine Applegate takes us on an unforgettable journey. This middle grade novel is an excellent choice for tween readers in grades 5 to 6, especially during homeschooling. It's a fun way to keep your child entertained and engaged while not in the classroom.
Byx...
16) The First
Author
Series
Endling volume 2
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 11
Description
Endling #2: The First is the second book in an epic middle grade animal fantasy series by Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author of The One and Only Ivan, Wishtree, and Crenshaw!
To learn if she truly is the last dairne in the world-the endling-Byx and her friends must travel into the snow-covered mountains of the country of Dreyland, where they hope to uncover the truth behind the legend of a hidden...
17) The weakness
Author
Series
Animorphs volume 37
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
2000
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4 - AR Pts: 3
Description
When Jake has to leave town for a family thing, the other Animorphs and Ax figure life will pretty much be normal until he gets back. But when Tobias discovers Visser Three's newest feeding place, the kids decide they have to check it out. But there's no assigned leader. Who will be the best one for the job? Being in charge isn't just guts and glory. Its about making decisions that will mean the difference between life....and death.
Author
Series
Publisher
Feiwel and Friends
Pub. Date
2022.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Doggo likes routine: napping, eating, and more napping. Life is good. Life is good for Pupper, too, even though he worries a lot, about things like giant squirrels. If he were braver, he might even be a hero. Maybe even a hero who can fly! But heroes aren't afraid of giant squirrels ... When Doggo and Pupper meet a baby bird who also has worries, they are determined to help. Doggo and Pupper may not know how to fly, but they are very good helpers....
19) The experiment
Author
Series
Animorphs volume 28
Publisher
Scholastic
Pub. Date
1999
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.1 - AR Pts: 3
Description
The Yeerks have decided to try a little experiment. They've decided that if they can develop a way to make people more "willing” to be infested, they can speed up Earth's invasion. So, the Yeerks try to invent a substance that will take away the human ability to make a decision. A substance that will eliminate free will.
Now the Animorphs are not only faced with trying to slow down the Yeerks' invasion, but they also have to put an end to the genetic...
20) Doggo and Pupper
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Doggo, an older dog, is used to things a certain way. When Pupper shows up, Doggo's routine changes. Pupper is very playful and soon the humans realize Pupper needs some training. But when Pupper comes back from puppy school, Doggo senses that, although Pupper is well-behaved, he isn't happy. So Doggo shows Pupper how to rediscover his fun side.