Books in Mini-mysteries for Minors series

(Humor) "Crosses cultural boundaries.… Lovely exploration...fabulously rich and evocative of the artistry of Shel Silverstein” - Mark Condon, Unite for Literacy. Crazy day—of work and play—worn-out Juan “Must sleep!” Tonight he’ll dream of dragons…or will he? A bedtime thriller with search activity and clever illustrations by Spanish artist Luis F. Sanz (Bright Star, Night Star: An Astronomy Story) that aid comprehension and help build vocabulary (especially adjectives; for kids ages 4 – 7). Young and old will identify with this funny, spooky quest for rest—a finalist for the Utah Book Award. 290 readable words by best-selling children’s author Karl Beckstrand (Arriba up, Abajo down at the Boardwalk—for 60 multicultural books, click Karl Beckstrand above). 32-page, perfect-bound, 8"x10" soft cover kid’s bedtime picture book/ebook for wide awake kids; Hispanic child/Latino boy; Premio Publishing & Gozo Books (Mini-mysteries for Minors [multicultural/multilingual series] #4 stand alone—previous title not needed; others in series: Sounds in the House: A Mystery? Crumbs on the Stairs – Migas en las escaleras; She Doesn’t Want the Worms; It Came from under the High Chair; worldwide rights © Aug. 2012) PremioBooks, Baker & Taylor, B&N, Brodart, Follett, Herzberg/Perma-bound, Ingram, Biblio/EBSCO/iBook/Kindle/Kobo/Mackin/Smash/SCRIBD, libraries, Target and Walmart online. LCCN: 2012914948, GAM020000, JUV011030, JUV010000, JUV028000, JUV019000, JUV054000, hard ISBN: 978-1951599041, soft ISBN: 978-0615692296 (eISBN: 9781301287598)

(Bedtime humor) "Comically freaking out...suspenseful without ever getting too intense for younger readers." - Kirkus Reviews. Have you ever been scared by strange noises-sounds that seem to happen all by themselves? What causes those squeaks and bumps? Nothing to fear, there's only fun here! A scaredy-cat dog faces his fear (kids ages 2 - 7/ESL; preschool through 2nd grade; Easy to read & level 1 ESOL/ESE).Sounds in the House is a funny bedtime story on courage and friendship. It has a finding activity (find 25 sounds), lots of simple nouns and verbs to learn, plus vivid illustrations by Channing Jones to aid language comprehension. This read-aloud cat and dog book by award-winning children's author Karl Beckstrand (Polar Bear Bowler-click Karl Beckstrand above for all 60 multicultural books) has a surprise ending. Get this pet picture book in Spanish-only or bilingual versions with pronunciation guide (hard/soft/ebook). 24 page, 8.5"x8.5" children's picture book/gift book on feelings/emotions; 150 words (double for bilingual/ELL). Mini-mysteries for Minors series, #1; Other mysteries: Crumbs on the Stairs, She Doesn't Want the Worms, Why Juan Can't Sleep, It Came from under the High Chair: Premio Publishing & Gozo Books (worldwide rights (c) 2004, 2011) Premiobooks, Baker & Taylor/Follett, Ingram, B&N/Nook, Brodart, Gardners, Kindle/Amazon, Overdrive, iBooks, Deisel, Kobo, Walmart online, and libraries. LCCN: 2003096000, JUV020000, JUV019000, JUV028000, ISBN: 978-1951599058, ebook: 978-1452411408

(Humor, insects) Top 10 Best Books of 2011 “Works effortlessly on every level…museum-quality, collage-like artwork; this title raises the bar for all children’s picture books” – ForeWord Reviews. A STEM book about a mixed-race girl who responds to some unusual gifts—that happen to be alive. Comes with hidden pictures finding activity and online secrets. Vivid illustrations of insects, reptiles, a cat, and a bat aid language comprehension (learn multiple nouns, children ages 3 – 7, preschool – second grade, Easy to read & level 1 ESOL/ESE). “Delightful book…humorous rhyming text…bright illustrations” – Ana Rodriguez for School Library Journal. 180 words (double for bilingual) by award-winning kid’s author Karl Beckstrand (Great Cape o’ Colors—click Karl Beckstrand above for all 60 multicultural books), illustrated by David Hollenbach. 24-page, perfect-bound, 8"x10" soft cover picture book with bi-racial child, bugs/insects, and animals (also an ebook and Spanish/bilingual book). Who’s giving worms anyway? Other mysteries: Crumbs on the Stairs – Migas en las escaleras, Sounds in the House – Sonidos en la casa, Why Juan Can’t Sleep, It Came from Under the Highchair – Salió de debajo de la silla para comer. See: 4 Mysteries for Kids) Premio Publishing & Gozo Books (Mini-mysteries for Minors worldwide rights © 2011) PremioBooks, Baker & Taylor, B&N, Brodart, Follett, Herzberg/Perma-bound, Ingram, Biblio/EBSCO/iBook/Kindle/Kobo/Mackin/Smash/SCRIBD, libraries, Target and Walmart online. JUV002140, JUV011020, JUV011010, JUV019000, JUV020000, JUV028000, JUV054000, eISBN: 9781301963423, physical book ISBN: 978-0615492780

(Humor/parts of speech) “Brilliant…different to the average children's book…. teaching at the same time. Fantastic book.” – Amanda Williams. A mysterious visitor brings intrigue, excitement, and humor to a biracial family.A picture book thriller of prepositions, interjections, monsters, and heroes—with finding/counting activity, online SECRETS, and vivid illustrations by Jeremy Higginbotham (for girls or boys ages 4- 7 ESL, preschool – 2nd grade).Elena is a sensible child. Unlike her wacked-out brother Benjamin, she sticks to reason and facts—but not for long. Elena’s practical world is about to be turned on its ear thanks, in part, to her baby brother Ivan…and an unusual guest. Find “it,” count its shapes.Get this gross humor book in Spanish, bilingual, hard/soft/ebook versions. 36 illustrations, 8.5"x8.5" multi-racial monster book with Filipino and Polynesian children/mixed race family, Basset Hound; 800 words in dyslexic-friendly font by award-winning children’s author and media professor Karl Beckstrand (Great Cape o’ Colors—click Karl Beckstrand above to see all 60 multicultural books). Mini-mysteries for Minors #5 (stand alone—previous title not needed; others in the series: Sounds in the House, Crumbs on the Stairs, She Doesn’t Want the Worms, Why Juan Can’t Sleep). Worldwide rights April 2019 (© Premio Publishing & Gozo Books) PremioBooks (online extras), Baker & Taylor, B&N, Brodart, EBSCO, Follett, Gardners, iBooks, Ingram, Kindle/Amazon, Library Direct, Mackin, Walmart online. LCCN: 2019901686; JUV028000, JUV009080, JUV030080, JUV019000, JUV052000, JUV009030, JUV071000, HUM001000, HUM000000; Soft ISBN: 978-1092388207

(Humor, bilingual) 3rd printing. WHERE did all the crumbs come from? ¿De dónde vienen estas migajas? Learn language as a Hispanic child takes you on a finding and counting search for the crumb culprit. Multicultural story comes with full text and pronunciation guide in both languages, counting and finding activities, question words (interrogatives), and vivid illustrations to aid language learning at any age (kids 2 years & up ESL/ELL, preschool through 6th grade; Easy to read & level 1 ESOL/ESE)Spanish-English picture book from award-winning author/illustrator Karl Beckstrand (Bad Bananas: A Story Cookbook for Kids—click Karl Beckstrand above for all 60 multicultural books). “Elevando la Lectura Bilingüe” – Tania Navarro, El Observador. “Fun and colorful.” – Vanessa Abernathy.8”x10” children’s book has 95 words (double for bilingual), 24 illustrations, a Latino boy, teddy bear, and the gifts of sharing. Get this read-aloud kid’s language book en Español (Spanish-only), English-only, hard/soft/ebook (with pronunciation guide). Mini-mysteries for Minors series #2 (stand alone—previous title not needed). Other children’s mysteries: Great Cape o’ Colors – Capa de colores, Sounds in the House – Sonidos en la casa, She Doesn’t Want the Worms – Ella no quiere los gusanos, Why Juan Can’t Sleep Premio Publishing & Gozo Books (worldwide rights © 2011) Premiobooks (signed books), Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Follett, Brodart, B&N/Nook, Kindle/Amazon, Overdrive, iBooks, Deisel, Kobo, Gardners, Walmart online, and libraries.Un misterio divertido para cualquier edad (para niños de 2 años y arriba); Aprenda a contar, a hacer preguntas en inglés, y aprenda sobre el valor de compartir. Libro bilingüe incluye actividades de búsqueda, una guía de pronunciación en inglés y español, y dibujos vividos para ayudar con el vocabulario. Ordene su ejemplar de este este libro en inglés, bilingüe o ebook (vea dentro del libro en línea): Premiobooks. Libro con dibujos y protagonista Hispano para la familia, 24 páginas, ebook, tapa blanda o dura, 95 palabras, LCCN: 2005939080, JNF020010, JNF020030, JUV011030, JUV009030, JUV054000, JUV020000, JUV019000, JUV028000, eISBN: 978-1452443621, Hard ISBN: 978-0977606504, Soft ISBN: 978-0977606597 (Spanish ISBN: 978-0615443058)

(Humor, bilingual) 3rd printing. “Fabuloso! … fun and colorful.” – Vanessa Abernathy. Multicultural finding/counting book with full text and pronunciation guide in both Spanish and English. WHERE did all the crumbs come from? ¿De dónde vienen estas migajas? Crumbs on the Stairs has counting and finding activities, question words (interrogatives) in both languages, and vivid illustrations to aid language learning at any age (kids 2 years & up). 95 words (double for bilingual ESL/ELL) written & illustrated by award-winning children’s author Karl Beckstrand (Bright Star, Night Star: An Astronomy Story), 24-page, 8”x10” soft cover (hard via Ingram) bilingual children’s picture book with Hispanic child (also an ebook). Get this kid’s language book in Spanish-only, English-only, or ebook versions (with pronunciation guide). Share other mysteries in Español: Sounds in the House – Sonidos en la casa, She Doesn’t Want the Worms – Ella no quiere los gusanos (see 4 Spanish-English Books for Kids). Premio Publishing & Gozo Books (Mini-mysteries for Minors series, worldwide rights © 2011) Premiobooks.com (signed books), Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Follett, Brodart, Bn.com/NOOK, Kindle/Amazon.com, Overdrive, iBooks, Deisel, Kobo, and select retailers.Un misterio divertido para cualquier edad (para niños de 2 años y arriba); Aprenda a contar, a hacer preguntas en inglés, y aprenda sobre el valor de compartir. Libro bilingüe incluye actividades de búsqueda, una guía de pronunciación en inglés y español, y dibujos vividos para ayudar con el vocabulario. Ordene su ejemplar de este este libro en inglés, bilingüe o ebook (vea dentro del libro en línea): Premiobooks.com. Libro con dibujos y protagonista Hispano para la familia, 24 páginas, 8”x10” tapa blanda o dura, 95 palabras, LCCN: 2005939080, JNF020010, JNF020030, JUV011030, JUV009030, JUV054000, JUV020000, JUV019000, JUV028000, eISBN: 978-1452443621, Hard ISBN: 978-0977606504, Soft ISBN: 978-0977606597 (Spanish ISBN: 978-0615443058)

(Humor, bilingual) "Comically freaking out … suspenseful without ever getting too intense for younger readers." - Kirkus Reviews. Have you ever been scared by strange noises—sounds that seem to happen all by themselves? What could be causing those squeaks and bumps? Nothing to fear, there’s only fun here! A scaredy-cat dog faces his fears. Sounds in the House is a funny bedtime story on fear, courage, and friendship. It has full text and a pronunciation guide in both English and Spanish (with lots of verbs), finding activity, plus vivid illustrations to aid language comprehension (kids ages 2 & up/ESL). Dog and cat book by award-winning children’s author Karl Beckstrand (Butterfly Blink), illustrated by Channing Jones. Get this bilingual book in Spanish-only, English-only, or ebook versions. 24 page, perfect-bound, 8.5”x8.5” soft cover (hard via Ingram) children’s picture book/gift book on emotions and feelings, 150 words (double for bilingual/ESL/ELL). Other beginning Spanish mysteries with pronunciation guide: Crumbs on the Stairs – Migas en las escaleras, She Doesn't Want the Worms – Ella no quiere los gusanos. See: 4 Spanish-English Books for Kids: Premio Publishing & Gozo Books (Mini-mysteries for Minors multicultural series, worldwide rights © 2004, 2011) Premiobooks.com (signed books), Baker & Taylor/Follett, Ingram, B&N/NOOK, Brodart, Kindle/Amazon, Overdrive, iBooks, Deisel, Kobo, and select retailers. ¿Alguna vez, has oído en tu casa ruidos que te asustan? ¿De dónde vienen esos chirridos y golpes? Te encantará descubrirlo. No hay nada que temer; Sonidos en la casa es un libro chistoso que explica las causas de esos sonidos espantosos (tapa dura o blanda). Aprenda sobre el temor, el valor y la amistad. Un misterio divertido para toda la familia (para niños de 3 años y arriba), incluye una guía de pronunciación en inglés y español, una actividad de búsqueda, una protagonista mestiza, y dibujos vividos para ayudar con el vocabulario. Pida este libro como un ebook o únicamente en inglés o español: Premiobooks.com. Libro con dibujos, 24 páginas 8.5”x8.5”, 150 palabras, JNF020010, JNF020030, JUV019000, JUV020000, JUV027998, JUV039050, JUV028000, Hard ISBN: 978-0985398873, Ebook ISBN: 978-1452411408, Soft ISBN: 978-0615442303

(Bilingual humor) Debuted at #1 in its category. “Brilliant…teaching at the same time. Fantastic book.” – Amanda Williams. A mysterious visitor brings intrigue, excitement, and humor to a biracial family. A picture book thriller of prepositions, interjections, monsters, and heroes—with Spanish-English text and pronunciation guide, finding/counting activity, online SECRETS, and vivid illustrations by Jeremy Higginbotham (for girls or boys ages 4+ ESL/ELL, preschool – 8th grade). Elena is a sensible child. Unlike her wacked-out brother Benjamin, she sticks to reason and facts—but not for long. Elena’s practical world is about to be turned on its ear thanks, in part, to her baby brother Ivan…and an unusual guest. Find “it,” count its shapes. In Publisher’s Weekly. Read this monster book in Spanish language-only, English-only, hard/soft/ebook versions. 36 illustrations, 8.5"x8.5" kid’s book with Filipino and Pacific Islander/mixed race characters, 800 words (double for bilingual book) in dyslexic-friendly font by award-winning author and media professor Karl Beckstrand (Great Cape o’ Colors—click Karl Beckstrand above to see all 60 multicultural books). Mini-mysteries for Minors series, #5 (stand alone—previous title not needed; others in the series: Sounds in the House, Crumbs on the Stairs, She Doesn’t Want the Worms, Why Juan Can’t Sleep); worldwide rights July 2019 © Premio Publishing & Gozo Books; PremioBooks, Baker & Taylor, B&N, Brodart, Follett, Herzberg/Perma-bound, Ingram, Biblio/EBSCO/iBook/Kindle/Kobo/Mackin/Smash/SCRIBD, libraries, Target and Walmart online. LCCN: 2019901686; JUV028000, JNF020030, JUV009080, JUV030080, JUV009030, JUV052000, JUV071000, JUV019000, HUM001000, HUM000000; Soft ISBN: 978-0692220993, Hard ISBN: 978-1732069664, eISBN: 978-0463454855. Libro misterioso para niños de 4 años y arriba

(Humor, bilingual) Top 10 Best Books of 2011 “Works effortlessly on every level … museum-quality, collage-like artwork; this title raises the bar for all children’s picture books” – ForeWord Reviews Magazine. A STEM book about a girl who responds to some unusual gifts--that happen to be alive. Comes with full text and a pronunciation guide in both English and Spanish, hidden pictures, and online secrets. Vivid illustrations of insects, reptiles, a cat, and a bat aid language comprehension (learn multiple nouns in a new language, kids ages 3 years & up/ESL). 180 words (double for bilingual/ESL/ELL, also in single language w/pronunciation guide) by award-winning children’s author Karl Beckstrand (4 Food Books for Kids), illustrated by David Hollenbach. 24-page, perfect-bound, 8"x10" soft cover (hard via Ingram, also an ebook) picture book with bi-racial/blasian child, bugs and spiders, and animals (other Spanish mysteries: Crumbs on the Stairs – Migas en las escaleras, Sounds in the House – Sonidos en la casa. See: 4 Spanish-English Books for Kids) Premio Publishing & Gozo Books (Mini-mysteries for Minors series, worldwide rights © 2011) Premiobooks.com (signed books), Ingram, Baker & Taylor, Brodart, Follett, Bn.com/NOOK, Kindle/Amazon.com, Overdrive, iBooks, Deisel, Kobo, and select retailers. Who's giving worms anyway?! ¿Quién regala gusanos — y POR QUÉ? ¿Asqueroso? Tiene que haber una razón. Mientras piensas y repiensas, cuenta los bichos. Un misterio divertido para cualquier edad (para niños de 3 años y arriba), incluye actividades de búsqueda, una guía de pronunciación en inglés y español, y dibujos vividos para ayudar con el vocabulario — diversión y aprendizaje bilingüe para toda la familia. Pida este libro cómico únicamente en español, inglés o como ebook (más SECRETOS online): Premiobooks.com. Libro con dibujos y una protagonista mestiza, 24 páginas, 8"x10", tapa dura (o blanda), 180 palabras. JUV002140, JNF018030, JUV011010, JUV019000, JUV020000, JUV028000, JUV054000, JNF020010, JUV020030, JUV020011, LCCN: 2010910827, Hard ISBN: 978-0985398828, Soft ISBN: 978-0977606528 eISBN: 9781452485263 (Spanish ISBN: 978-0977606573)

Top 10 Best Books of 2011 – ForeWord Reviews."Delightful book...humorous rhyming text...bright illustrations" – Ana Rodriguez for School Library Journal.A STEM book about a bi-racial girl who responds to some unusual gifts--that happen to be alive! Includes full text and pronunciation guide in both English and Spanish, bug finding activity, and online secrets

(Humor, bilingual) "Comically freaking out…suspenseful without ever getting too intense for younger readers." - Kirkus Reviews. Have you ever been scared by strange noises—sounds that seem to happen all by themselves? What could be causing those squeaks and bumps? Nothing to fear, there’s only fun here! A scaredy-cat dog faces his fears (with full text and a pronunciation guide in both Spanish and English).Sounds in the House is a funny bedtime story on fear, courage, and friendship. It has a finding activity (find 25 sounds), lots of simple nouns and verbs to learn, plus vivid illustrations by Channing Jones to aid language comprehension (kids ages 2 & up/ESL; preschool through 6th grade; Easy to read & level 1 ESOL/ESE). Read-aloud cat and dog book by award-winning children’s author Karl Beckstrand (Butterfly Blink—click Karl Beckstrand above for all 60 multicultural books). Get this bilingual book in Spanish-only or English-only hard/soft/ebook. 24 page, 8.5”x8.5” children’s picture book/gift book on friendship and feelings/emotions; 150 words (double for bilingual/ESL/ELL). Mini-mysteries for Minors series, #1 (stand alone—previous title not needed); Other beginning Spanish mysteries with pronunciation guide: Crumbs on the Stairs – Migas en las escaleras, She Doesn't Want the Worms – Ella no quiere los gusanos, It Came from under the High Chair - Salió de debajo de la silla para comer. See: 4 Spanish-English Books for Kids: Premio Publishing & Gozo Books (worldwide rights © 2004, 2011) Premiobooks (signed books), Baker & Taylor/Follett, Ingram, B&N/Nook, Brodart, Gardners, Kindle/Amazon, Overdrive, iBooks, Deisel, Kobo, Walmart online, and libraries. ¿Alguna vez, has oído en tu casa ruidos que te asustan? ¿De dónde vienen esos chirridos y golpes? Te encantará descubrirlo. No hay nada que temer; Sonidos en la casa es un libro chistoso que explica las causas de esos sonidos espantosos (tapa dura o blanda). Aprenda sobre el temor, el valor y la amistad. Un misterio divertido para toda la familia (para niños de 3 años y arriba), incluye una guía de pronunciación en inglés y español, una actividad de búsqueda, una protagonista mestiza, y dibujos vividos para ayudar con el vocabulario. Pida este libro como un e-book o únicamente en inglés o español: Premiobooks. Libro con dibujos, 24 páginas 8.5”x8.5”, 150 palabras, JNF020010, JNF020030, JUV019000, JUV020000, JUV027998, JUV039050, JUV028000, Hard ISBN: 978-0985398873, Ebook ISBN: 978-1452411408, Soft ISBN: 978-0615442303

(Bedtime humor) "Crosses cultural boundaries.... Lovely exploration...fabulously rich and evocative of the artistry of Shel Silverstein" - Mark Condon, Unite for Literacy. Crazy day--of work and play--worn-out Juan "Must sleep!" Tonight he'll dream of dragons...or will he? A bedtime thriller with search activity and clever illustrations by Spanish artist Luis F. Sanz (Bright Star, Night Star: An Astronomy Story) that aid comprehension and help build vocabulary (especially adjectives; for kids ages 4 - 7).Original...intriguing...entertaining... reader-friendly" - Midwest Book Review. Young and old will identify with this funny, spooky quest for rest--a Utah Book Award finalist. 290 readable words by best-selling children's author Karl Beckstrand (Arriba up, Abajo down at the Boardwalk--for 60 multicultural books, click Karl Beckstrand above).32-page, perfect-bound, 8"x10" soft cover children's picture book/ebook for wide awake kids; Hispanic child/Latino boy; Spanglish. Premio Publishing & Gozo Books (Mini-mysteries for Minors [multicultural/multilingual series] #4 stand alone--previous title not needed; others in series: Sounds in the House: A Mystery? Crumbs on the Stairs - Migas en las escaleras; She Doesn't Want the Worms; It Came from under the High Chair; worldwide rights (c) Aug. 2012) PremioBooks and libraries. LCCN: 2012914948, GAM020000, JUV011030, JUV010000, JUV028000, JUV019000, JUV054000, hard ISBN: 978-1951599041, soft ISBN: 978-0615692296 (eISBN: 9781301287598)