Teacher’s Guide: Tuck Everlasting 50th Anniversary Edition and Graphic Novel Adaptation

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Tuck Everlasting: The Graphic Novel
By Natalie Babbitt; adapted and illustrated by K. Woodman-Maynard

Ages 10-14
On Sale September 2, 2025

Celebrate Tuck Everlasting’s 50th anniversary with the stunning graphic novel adaptation of this beloved and spellbinding children’s classic that has sold more than 10 million copies.

What if you could live forever?

In this timeless story about immortality, friendship, and growing up, young Winnie Foster learns of a hidden spring in a nearby wood and meets the Tuck family, whose members reveal their astonishing discovery of the spring’s life-changing power. Now Winnie must decide what to do with her newfound knowledge—and the Tucks must decide what to do with her. But it’s not just the curious girl who is interested in their remarkable tale. A suspicious stranger is also searching for the Tucks, and he will stop at nothing until he finds them and uncovers their secret.

From Newbery Honoree and E. B. White Award winner Natalie Babbitt, Tuck Everlasting is a modern-day masterpiece that has been a staple on home bookshelves and in classrooms and libraries for half a century. Drawing closely from the original text, it is now brought to visual life in K. Woodman-Maynard’s gorgeous watercolor artwork. The perfect book for new readers and long-devoted fans alike, Tuck Everlasting: The Graphic Novel is sure to be an all-time favorite for every generation.

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Make way for silly stories

God forbid a picture book be cute AND funny 😅

Keep scrolling for some of our silliest, sweetest, most laugh-out-loud picture books.

Cover of "Shark Girl" upon a dark blue background. Text above the cover reads "god forbid a girl has hobbies." and text below reads *transforming into a human sailor in a quest for eco-conscious revenge"

When Shark Girl is captured by an evil fishing captain’s net, she makes a vow… for REVENGE!

With the sea witch’s help, Shark Girl becomes a human sailor and launches a plan… for MUTINY!

But Shark Girl needs the help of her crew mates before she can enact her plan. Will Shark girl SINK… or SWIM?

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Cover of "There's Something Odd About The Babysitter" upon a brown background, text above the cover reads "god forbid a raccoon has career goals" and text below reads " *resume addition: proficient at making dinner that is actual garbage"

Freddie has had many many babysitters over the years. And he’s never liked a single one.

So when a new one shows up, he’s sure he’s in for a boring night. Yet the babysitter seems nervous. Their table manners are appalling. And dinner is garbage. . . literally.

But what will happen when Freddie decides to team up with the babysitter to turn the evening around?

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Cover for "How To Pee Your Pants the right way" upon a dark green background, text above reads "god forbid a girl takes precautions" and text below reads " *in case of one too many lemonades"

Well, it happened. You peed your pants.

You probably regret that second (okay, third) lemonade.

We’ve all been there.

What should you do next?

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Cover of "Hedgehogs don't wear underwear" upon a red background. Text above the cover reads "god forbid a hedgehog has fashion sense" and text below the cover reads " *a deep unrequited love of tighty-whities"


Jacques is a little hedgehog with a BIG secret — he loves wearing underwear!

But the hedgehog world has rules . . . You see, hedgehogs eat grubs. They make nests. They snort with their sniffly snouts. They do NOT. WEAR. UNDERWEAR.

So what’s a critter to do about his undercover love of underpants?

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Cover of "Llama destroys the world" by Jonathan Stutzman upon an orange background. Cover has white text and orange swirls with a picture of a llama. Text around the cover reads "god forbid a llama eats cake*" "*ok but really who could have seen THAT coming"

On Monday, Llama discovers a pile of cake, which he promptly eats.

On Tuesday, Llama squeezes into his dancing pants, which he promptly rips.

The force of the rip creates a black hole (naturally).

By Friday, Llama will (indirectly) destroy the world.

How?

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Cover of "Feelings are Like Farts" upon a lilac background. Text above the cover reads "god forbid a girl has feelings*" and text below the cover reads "*and a little bit of flatulence"

Feelings and farts are facts of life.

We all have them! And we have to live with them, even when they’re inconvenient, unpleasant, or surprising.

They might come out of nowhere! It’s definitely not a good idea to hold them in for too long.

So how can we accept them?

Get the book and find out.

Cover of "The Most Boring Book Ever" by Brandon Sanderson upon a maroon background. Text above the cover reads "god forbid a boy has a boring day*" and text below the cover reads "*WAIT IS THAT A DRAGON" with looking eyes emoji.

Don’t peek behind the cover!

Don’t look at the pictures! And definitely don’t follow along with the rip-roaring adventure the boy is experiencing.

Stay focused on mundane things like sitting in chairs and doing homework.

Wait, is that a dragon? A marauding airship?

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Cover of "Everything's Wrong" upon a dark muted green background. Text at the top reads "god forbid a bear ever leave the house*" and text below the cover reads "*walk in a field, make coffee, have a bath, or anything else pleasant"

Best friends Jeff and Anders start the day with the best of intentions, but before long, everything goes haywire.

From power outages, to spilled breakfasts, to missing socks, a series of irritating incidents sends the bear-and-bunny duo on an epic journey that will test their fortitude and their friendship.

Can these pals work together to salvage this disastrous day?

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Teacher’s Guide: Busted by Dan Gemeinhart

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Busted
By Dan Gemeinhart
Ages 8-12
On Sale October 7, 2025

From the New York Times-bestselling author of The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise comes a new heartfelt and hilarious middle-grade romp full of friendship and adventure!

When 12-year-old Oscar Aberdeen decided he would do anything to save the only home he’s ever known, he didn’t realize that anything would include theft, trespassing, gambling, a broken nose, grand theft auto, a federal prison, and a police chase. He had no idea it would be so dangerous…or so fun.

Oscar Aberdeen is a bit of an oddball. He’s an ace at playing bridge, loves Frank Sinatra, and attends a whole lot of funerals. He’s also the youngest resident of Sunny Days retirement home by more than a half-century—and he wouldn’t have it any other way. So when his grandpa’s suddenly served an eviction notice that threatens their place at Sunny Days, he needs to find some cash. Fast.

Enter Jimmy Deluca, a shady elderly man with a reputation for being bad news, who makes Oscar an offer he can’t refuse. He’s got the drop on riches hidden away on the “outside” and he’ll share the loot with Oscar on one condition: he busts him out of Sunny Days.

In this humdinger of an adventure, the ultimate odd couple, along with an uninvited stowaway, go from high-stakes escape to rollicking escapade as they search for the secret stash—and forge an unlikely friendship along the way. Will Oscar succeed in saving the only home he’s ever known? Or will he have to fuggedaboutit and return a failure?

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The Yellow Bus by Loren Long!

Art: The Yellow Bus with children and a driver on board

Introducing the #1 New York Times bestselling Picture Book

Read on to learn all about The Yellow Bus, download resources, score special librarian & educator surprises, and access a bus-load of bonus content! Hop on board!

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Perfect for fans of Love and Hello, Lighthouse, The Yellow Bus from #1 New York Times bestselling Loren Long is a tender and hopeful new classic about a forgotten school bus that finds happiness and purpose in the most unexpected places—and in the journey along the way.

There is a bright yellow bus who spends her days driving. She loves carrying children from one important place to another. Every morning they climb in . . . Pitter-patter, pitter-patter, giggle, giggle-patter. And they fill her with joy.

As time passes, things change. The Yellow Bus gets a new driver, a new route, and new passengers, young and old. Until one day the driving stops for good, and the Yellow Bus is left on her own. And yet, no matter where she is, the Yellow Bus still finds joy and discovery in the world around her.

With stirring black-and-white artwork and powerful pops of color, The Yellow Bus is a poignant reflection on the many new beginnings life has to offer.

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Activity Kit: The Gingerbread Monster by Dan Gemeinhart; illustrated by Hugo L. Cuellar

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The Gingerbread Monster
By Dan Gemeinhart; illustrated by Hugo L. Cuellar
Ages 4-7
On Sale Now!

“A deliciously fun adventure with vibrant charm and a perfect blend of spooky and sweet! A great read-aloud experience for both kids and grown-ups alike.” ―Pete Oswald, #1 New York Times–bestselling illustrator of The Good Egg and The Bad Seed

From #1 New York Times–bestselling author Dan Gemeinhart comes a spooky picture book tale about a young baker whose Gingerbread Man creation comes to life with a fright—yet even monsters long for a friend.

In his laboratory high on the hill, Frank N. Stine has a ferocious sweet tooth that snarls to be fed. But when an eerie experiment spills into his Gingerbread batter, a frightening cookie creation comes to life! The Gingerbread Monster is hulking, horrific . . . and hungry. But as Frank is chased by his creepy creation, the young baker begins to wonder what the Monster truly craves. After all, there’s no sweeter treat than friendship.

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Summer 2025 E-Book Sale for Libraries

Keep your patrons entertained and engaged with the Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group Summer Reads promotion!

From 7/31/2025 through 9/31/2025, over 350 Macmillan Children’s titles will be discounted across pay-per-use / cost-per-circ sales models – perfect for lucky day check outs and summer reading. Please reach out to your digital content distribution partners for more information!

Download the spreadsheet of all promoted titles here!

SUMMER READING AND BACK TO SCHOOL ESSENTIALS

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Pocket Bear by Katherine Applegate

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“Comforting is what we toys do. And it’s the best job on the planet.”

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Librarians, teachers, and booksellers: after reading and sharing Pocket Bear by Katherine Applegate, host a Toy Collection Drive to benefit children in your community. Sign up today to receive “How to Host a Toy Drive” guide, poster, “I donated” stickers, and more!

Materials will be shipped the first week of October while supplies last.

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Download the Teacher’s Guide for Pocket Bear here!

Image of Pocket Bear "Experience an unforgettable tale of bravery, kindness, and second chances, where every stitch tells a story."

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Pocket Bear | On sale September 9th

Meet Pocket, created as a good luck charm for soldiers going into battle, whose bravery and loyalty lives on long after the war.

From Katherine Applegate, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Odder and The One and Only Ivan.

Thimble-born from tip to toe, Pocket Bear remembers every moment of his becoming: the glimmering needle, the silken thread, the tender hands as each careful stitch brought him closer to himself. Born during the throes of WWI, he was designed to fit into the pocket of a soldier’s jacket, eyes sewn a bit higher than normal so that he always gazed upward. That way, glancing at his pocket, a soldier would see an endearing token of love from someone back home, and, hopefully, a good luck charm.

Now, over a century later, Pocket serves as unofficial mayor of Second Chances Home for the Tossed and Treasured, where stuffed toy animals are refurbished and given a fresh opportunity to be loved. He and his best feline friend Zephyrina, known far and wide as “The Cat Burglar,” have seen it all, and then some.

An unforgettable tale of bravery, loyalty, and kindness, Pocket reminds us all that love comes in many forms (sometimes filled with fluff), and that second chances are always possible.

Katherine Applegate Teacher’s Guide

Explore themes of community, empathy, resilience, and the environment through books by Katherine Applegate. Download a free discussion guide here!

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