Books with author Stacy Curtis

Now's your chance to meet the funniest kid in the world!Ricky Vargas is funny. He is so funny he can make you snort milk out of your nose...even if you're not drinking any!In three stories, Ricky manages to get carried away at the school spelling bee, ruin the class picture, and speak his own language. But don't worry, no matter what trouble Ricky finds himself in, he always knows just how to make it better--after all, who could be upset with the funniest kid in the world for long?With his characteristic wit, Alan Katz brings second-grader Ricky Vargas's antics to life. Hilarious art supports the leveled text, making for an uproarious read

When Barney’s feline fantasy comes true, the fur starts flying in this darkly hilarious and heartwarming tale.Cats have it made. They laze in sun patches, are showered with affection by loving humans, can cough up hairballs wherever they want, and never have to wonder why their dad disappeared one day and never came back. It’s clearly much easier to be a cat than to be a middle school boy. So when Barney Willow wishes he could be a cat, and gets his wish, he should be thrilled. Except he’s not. He discovers that not all cats are cute and cuddly, and some of them are downright evil. He discovers that his own mother can’t see past the whiskers to recognize her darling son. Worst of all, he discovers that his life is in grave danger…and he doesn’t have eight lives to spare.

When Barney’s feline fantasy comes true, the fur starts flying in this darkly hilarious and heartwarming tale.Cats have it made. They laze in sun patches, are showered with affection by loving humans, can cough up hairballs wherever they want, and never have to wonder why their dad disappeared one day and never came back. It’s clearly much easier to be a cat than to be a middle school boy. So when Barney Willow wishes he could be a cat, and gets his wish, he should be thrilled. Except he’s not. He discovers that not all cats are cute and cuddly, and some of them are downright evil. He discovers that his own mother can’t see past the whiskers to recognize her darling son. Worst of all, he discovers that his life is in grave danger…and he doesn’t have eight lives to spare.

Learn to be proactive with the 7 Oaks gang in this first picture book of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series from Sean Covey and Stacy Curtis.Biff the beaver is always making fun of Pokey’s quills. Every day at school he makes jokes about them in front of everyone and no matter how much his friends try to help, Pokey just can’t help but feel bad when Biff says mean things. It isn’t until he learns to ignore Biff that he can stop being so bothered by his comments. With short lyrical text and the same characters that were established in The 7 Habits of Happy Kids, each of the picture books in this winning series focuses on one habit.

Jumper finds out that organization is the fastest way to fun in this third picture book in the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series.Jumper loves playing basketball, but he wore the wrong shoes! When he goes home to change, he can’t find anything in his messy room and misses the game. Can he clean up his act so this doesn’t happen again? Featuring the lovable characters of 7 Oaks, this book addresses the third habit of happy kids: “Put First Things First.” This story tells kids how important it is to keep things organized so they can enjoy all the fun they want to have.

Sophie discovers a surprising truth about teamwork in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read edition of the sixth book in the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series from Sean Covey and Stacy Curtis.Ms. Hoot has assigned the class to write a poem, and everyone has to work with a partner. When Sophie is partnered with Biff, she is sure it’s going to be a disaster because Biff is mean! But as they work together, they find they have more in common than they thought. Each of the Level 2 Ready-to-Reads in this winning series focuses on one of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids.

Another zany adventure with the Cats of Laughing Thunder - Fritz, Pumpkin, Sven, and Yolanda! The antics begin with the arrival of Wee Fiona, a exchange student cat from Scotland. The cats encounter giggle juice, space elevators, foam swords, weird forks, robotic clams, bow wrapping machines, a young beaver, and a lime-chip eating bully. Teacher Ms. Robo Kitty is at the end of her wits! Will peace ever return to Cat School?

Discover the importance of friendship with the 7 Oaks gang in this seventh picture book of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series from Sean Covey and Stacy Curtis.After the death of his grandfather, Goob has a hard time getting back into his normal routine. But when all of his friends spend time with him doing the things he loves to do, he discovers ways to stop feeling so sad. With short lyrical text and the same characters that were established in The 7 Habits of Happy Kids, each of the picture books in this winning series focuses on one habit.

Follow the adventures of the Cats of Laughing Thunder in this funny children’s chapter book series as the cats each launch a business to earn money. Sven starts a cooking show with dishes that are a bit bizarre. Yolanda builds a robot with serious issues. Fritz buys a blimp to film weather videos. Pumpkin publishes a “How to be Unmannerly” website. They face many troubles along the way from silly adults to stupid teens, from unruly robots to wild weather. Will they succeed? Find out in this hilarious children’s book for kids ages 9-12. Reading this book is a fun way to encourage your child to be an entrepreneur!You can explore the world of Laughing Thunder at www.laughingthunder.com.

“Be proactive” with the 7 Oaks gang in this first picture book in the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series. Includes audio!Pokey is getting teased by Biff because of his quills. At first, Pokey is upset, but soon he realizes that his quills make him who he is, and he would never want to change that! Featuring the lovable characters of 7 Oaks, this ebook with audio addresses the first habit of happy kids: “Be Proactive.” This story encourages children to always be in control of their own life and not let others determine how they should feel.

Goob’s friends help him stop feeling sad in this seventh picture book in the 7 Habits of Happy Kids series.After the death of his grandfather, Goob has a hard time getting back into his normal routine. But when all of his friends spend time with him doing the things he loves to do, he discovers ways to stop feeling so sad. Featuring the lovable characters of 7 Oaks, this book addresses the seventh habit of happy kids: “Sharpen the Saw.” This story encourages finding a balance between the mind, heart, body, and soul.

Follow the Adventures of the Cats of Laughing Thunder as they face an attack by Nasty Gray and his evil minions!Pumpkin invents a new martial art with tailspikes.Sven builds a trebuchet to launch socks with rocks.Yolanda creates the stench of one hundred cats.Fritz flies his blimp during the battle.But they face many challenges along the way.Will they survive?You can explore the world of Laughing Thunder at: HTTP://WWW.LAUGHINGTHUNDER.COM