author results for John, Jory

The Humble Pie

John, Jory — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT

I'm a pie. A humble pie. And that's no lie. The Humble Pie likes to give others the spotlight. Aw, shucks!--they deserve it! But when he's paired with his best friend, Jake the Cake, for a school project, he soon realizes that staying in the shadows isn't always as sweet as pie. Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new pie pal discovers that letting your voice be heard always takes the cake!

The Sour Grape

John, Jory — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

"The Sour Grape holds grudges for every reason under the sun. Lime never returned a scarf they borrowed? Grudge! Orange never called back? Grudge! But when a friend holds a grudge against the Sour Grape without listening to an explanation, the Sour Grape realizes how unfair grudges can be. Could a bunch of forgiveness and compassion be enough to turn a sour grape sweet?" --publisher's website.

The Big Cheese

John, Jory — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT

"The Big Cheese is the best at everything, and brags about it, too. When the annual Cheese-cathlon comes around, the Big Cheese is prepared to win, as always. But what happens when the quiet new kid, Wedge Wedgeman, comes out on top? Is a slice of humility all the Big Cheese needs to discover that some things are better than being the best?" --publisher's website.

The Smart Cookie

John, Jory — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

"This cookie has never felt like a smart cookie no matter how hard she tries, especially in comparison to all the clever cupcakes and brilliant rolls in the bakery. Will a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of confidence be enough to help her learn that perfect scores and having all the answers aren't the only ingredients for intelligence?"-- Provided by publisher.

The Good Egg

John, Jory — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

When the other eggs in his carton behave badly, the good egg feels like he needs to be perfect.

The Couch Potato

John, Jory — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

"The Couch Potato has everything he needs within reach of his sunken couch cushion. But when the electricity goes out, Couch Potato is forced to peel himself away from the comforts of his living room and venture outside. When he does, he realizes fresh air and sunshine could be just the things he needs."--Provided by publisher.

The Cool Bean

John, Jory — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

"Everyone knows the cool beans. They're sooooo cool. And then there's the uncool has-bean . . . Always on the sidelines, one bean unsuccessfully tries everything he can to fit in with the crowd--until one day the cool beans show him how it's done.

The Bad Seed

John, Jory — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

A naughty seed with a bad attitude, bad temper, and bad manners vows to change his life for the better, but his efforts are met with skepticism by his friends. A funny yet touching tale that reminds us of the remarkably transformative power of will, acceptance, and just being you.

The Bad Seed Goes to the Library

John, Jory — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

"The Bad Seed is in a good mood…for once. That’s because there’s a really cool book at the library available for checkout. The Bad Seed reads, and reads, until the book can’t be read anymore. But suddenly, he gets bad news: The book must be returned to the library so another seed can enjoy it. Will the bad seed return to his baaaaaad ways and keep the book? " - Provided by publisher.

The Good Egg and the Talent Show

John, Jory — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

"The talent show is today and the Good Egg is so excited. There's just one problem. He doesn't have an act! When the talent show starts, he accepts that he'll be just a regular ol' audience member. But when his friends need help on stage, the Good Egg steps up to help and discovers that being yourself and kindness deserve a standing ovation"-- Provided by publisher.

Something's Wrong!

John, Jory — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Jeff the bear is sure he has forgotten something when he sets out from home, but none of the animals he meets initially inform him that he is only wearing his underwear, until he reaches his friend Anders the hare--who quickly thinks of a way to avoid embarrassing Jeff, by starting a fashion trend.

The Bad Seed

John, Jory — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

A New York Times bestseller! Amazon Prime's Most Read Title of 2019! An Amazon Best Children's Book of the Month from the New York Times bestselling author of the Goodnight Already! series This is a book about a bad seed. A baaaaaaaaaad seed. How bad? Do you really want to know? He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude. He's been bad since he can remember! This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never listens. But what happens when one mischievous little seed changes his mind about himself, and decides that he wants to be-happy? With Jory John's charming and endearing text and bold expressive illustrations by Pete Oswald, here is The Bad Seed: a funny yet touching tale that reminds us of the remarkably transformative power of will, acceptance, and just being you. Perfect for readers young and old, The Bad Seed proves that positive change is possible for each and every one of us.

The Cool Bean Makes A Splash

John, Jory — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Determined to go down the super slide at the community pool, Cool Bean must summon up his courage and face his fears to do something totally cool.

Nothing's Wrong!

John, Jory — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT

When Anders the hare insists that nothing is wrong, Jeff the bear gets his friend to share what is bothering him by giving him space while still being supportive.

The Cool Bean Makes A Splash

John, Jory — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Determined to go down the super slide at the community pool, Cool Bean must summon up his courage and face his fears to do something totally cool.

The Smart Cookie

John, Jory — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Be a smart cookie-and don't miss the fifth picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series from creators Jory John and Pete Oswald! This cookie has never felt like a smart cookie no matter how hard she tries, especially in comparison to all the clever cupcakes and brilliant rolls in the bakery. Will a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of confidence be enough to help her learn that perfect scores and having all the answers aren't the only ingredients for intelligence? Jory John and Pete Oswald serve up another heaping plate of laughs and lessons with this empowering, witty, and charming addition to their #1 New York Times bestselling series!

The Couch Potato

John, Jory — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Meet your new pal-tato in the fourth picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, and The Cool Bean, Jory John and Pete Oswald. The Couch Potato has everything he needs within reach of his sunken couch cushion. But when the electricity goes out, Couch Potato is forced to peel himself away from the comforts of his living room and venture outside. And when he does, he realizes fresh air and sunshine could be just the things he needs... Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new best spuddy learns that balancing screen time and playtime is the root to true happiness.

The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky

John, Jory — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

When Bad Seed cannot find an amazing costume for Halloween night, he postpones trick-or-treating for everyone else until he finds the perfect one.

First Day Critter Jitters

John, Jory — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT

"It's almost the first day of school, and the animals are nervous. Sloth worries about getting there on time, snake can't seem to get his backpack fastened onto his body, and bunny is afraid she'll want to hop around instead of sitting still. When they all arrive at their classroom, though, they're in for a surprise: Somebody else is nervous too. It's their teacher, the armadillo! He has rolled in as a ball, and it takes him a while to relax and unfurl. But by the next day, the animals have all figured out how to help one another through their jitters. School isn't so scary after all"--FantasticFiction.com

That's What Dinosaurs Do

John, Jory — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

From The Bad Seed and The Good Egg creators, Jory John and Pete Oswald, comes a story about a dinosaur who loves to ROAR.

The Terrible Two Get Worse

Barnett, Mac, John, Jory — Sun, 31 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

On their own, pranksters Miles and Niles were pretty devious. Now that they've formed a pranking duo, they're terrible! But their powers will be tested when their favorite nemesis, Principal Barkin, is replaced by his stern and cunning father, Former Principal Barkin. Now Miles and Niles will do just about anything to get their old antagonist back-including pranking alongside him. Authors and friends Mac Barnett and Jory John "are in perfect comic harmony" (Publishers Weekly) in this series that celebrates inventiveness, friendship, and the power of teamwork-for good, or for terrible.|Mac Barnett is the coauthor of the Terrible Two series and the author of many picture books, which have won multiple Caldecott Honors. Claire Keane studied graphic design in Paris before moving to Los Angeles, where she worked at Walt Disney Feature Animation for 10 years and contributed to Frozen, Tangled, Enchanted, and many other films. She now lives in Venice Beach, California, where she writes and illustrates children's books.; Jory John is a New York Times bestselling author of books for both children and adults. He is a two-time E.B. White Read-Aloud Honor recipient. Jory's work includes the picture books Giraffe Problems and Penguin Problems, both illustrated by Lane Smith, the Goodnight Already! series, illustrated by Benji Davies, The Bad Seed and The Good Egg, both illustrated by Pete Oswald, and the award-winning Quit Calling Me a Monster!, illustrated by Bob Shea. He also co-authored numerous humor books, including the internationally bestselling All My Friends Are Dead. Jory spent six years as programs director at 826 Valencia, a nonprofit educational center in San Francisco. He resides in Oregon.; Kevin Cornell is the illustrator of many children's books. He lives in Philadelphia.

The Terrible Two

Barnett, Mac, John, Jory — Sat, 31 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

The Terrible Two

Barnett, Mac, John, Jory — Sat, 31 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Miles Murphy is not happy to be moving to Yawnee Valley, a sleepy town that's famous for one thing and one thing only: cows. In his old school, everyone knew him as the town's best prankster, but Miles quickly discovers that Yawnee Valley already has a prankster, and a great one. If Miles is going to take the title from this mystery kid, he is going to have to raise his game.
It's prankster against prankster in an epic war of trickery, until the two finally decide to join forces and pull off the biggest prank ever seen: a prank so huge that it would make the members of the International Order of Disorder proud.
In The Terrible Two, bestselling authors and friends Mac Barnett and Jory John have created a series that has its roots in classic middle-grade literature yet feels fresh and new at the same time.
Advance Praise for The Terrible Two
"A double helping of fun and mischief!"
—Jeff kinney, author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid Series
"The pranks, the brotherhood, the art, the heart! What's not to love about the Terrible Two?"
—Sara Pennypacker, author of the Clementine series
"You don't have to be a cow, like cows, or even know a cow to love the Terrible Two."
—Dave Eggers
"This book is terrible! Terribly funny, terribly full of pranks, and terribly wonderful."
—Jon Scieszka, author of The Stinky Cheese Man and the Frank Einstein series
"The Terrible Two are my kind of kids. And what's more, they're kids' kind of kids."
—Annie Barrows, author of the Ivy & Bean series
"Hilarious."
—Dav Pilkey, author of the Captain Underpants series

The Big Cheese

John, Jory — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT

"Don't miss the seventh picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series from Jory John and Pete Oswald! The Big Cheese is the best at everything, and brags about it, too. When the annual Cheese-cathlon comes around, the Big Cheese is prepared to win, as always. But what happens when the quiet new kid, Wedge Wedgeman, comes out on top? Is a slice of humility all the Big Cheese needs to discover that some things are better than being the best? "

Cat Problems

John, Jory — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT

"A pampered house cat complains about the daily struggles he faces"-- Provided by publisher.