Bøker av Nicole C. Kear

"A great read that is fast-paced, fun, and empowering. The Startup Squad comes complete with a treasure trove of tips for starting a business." ―Katherine Applegate, Newbery Medal-winning author of The One and Only Ivan Girls mean business in this series about friendship and entrepreneurship that was recommended by the American Library Association (ALA) as a diverse and inclusive read to teach young people about money. The back of each book includes business tips for kids starting or running their first businesses and an inspirational profile of a young entrepreneur! All the great leaders had to start somewhere. And Teresa ("Resa" for short) is starting with the lemonade stand competition her teacher assigned to the class―but making it a success is going to be a lot harder than Resa thinks. The prize: line-skipping tickets to Adventure Central. The competition: Val, Resa's middle school nemesis. And the biggest obstacle to success: Resa's own teammates. Harriet is the class clown, Amelia is the new girl who thinks she knows best, and Didi is Resa's steadfast friend―who doesn't know the first thing about making or selling lemonade. The four of them quickly realize that the recipe for success is tough to perfect―but listening to each other is the first step. And making new friends might be the most important one... Updated and expanded edition of this middle-grade series includes an interview with co-author Brian Weisfeld and reader discussion questions! This title has common core connections. "An inspiring story about entrepreneurial girls. I loved this story of girls finding their way in the world of entrepreneurship." ―Ann M. Martin, author of the Baby-Sitters Club series and Newbery Honor winner A Corner of the Universe

"...this drama-filled, fast-paced, entertaining read places friendship and hard work at its heart." KIRKUS REVIEWSGirls mean business in The Startup Squad: Face the Music, the second novel in the series, which Kirkus Reviews calls "an enjoyable and diverse story highlighting friendship, entrepreneurship, and perseverance." The back of each book features business tips for kids starting or running their first businesses, plus an inspirational profile of a young entrepreneur! Harriet's brothers are hoping to enter a local battle of the bands. Winning could get them on a reality TV show! But low funds have left them without even a working guitar. The Startup Squad jumps into action―and quickly pulls together a plan to sell T-shirts to raise money. The girls have a lot of great ideas―until everything starts to go wrong. When all the problems start turning disappointed fans into an angry mob, the girls realize they have to get back into the groove before the band members―and the Startup Squad―break up for good! Updated and expanded edition of this middle-grade series by Brian Weisfeld and Nicole C. Kear includes entrepreneurship word search and quiz!

Because no one likes to feel left out.Friends are like sprinkles on a birthday cake-you can never have too many! So when a new girl named Margot joins the class, Veronica and her BFF, Cora, welcome her with open arms. Everything about Margot is super exciting- from her fashion designer mom to the perfect French she speaks-and everyone loves her. Especially Cora. Before long, Cora and Margot have matching outfits and rhyming nicknames. Veronica feels left out, big time, but she won't give up on her best friend without a fight. Trouble is, the harder she tries to hold on to Cora, the more she pushes her away-until the two besties end up in a showdown that hurts more than just feelings. It's a job for the Fix-It Friends, to be sure. But can the president of the problem-solvers accept help herself? Three's a Crowd is the sixth installment in this laugh-out-loud chapter book series starring a precocious and loveable heroine. It includes the Fix-It Friends Toolbox, filled with advice to handle changes in friendships.Don't miss the other Fix-It Friends adventures: The Fix-It Friends: Have No Fear!The Fix-It Friends: Sticks and StonesThe Fix-It Friends: The Show Must Go OnThe Fix-It Friends: Wish You Were HereThe Fix-It Friends: Eyes on the PrizeAn Imprint BookPraise for The Fix-It Friends: Have No Fear!: "e;Fears are scary! But don't worry: the Fix-It Friends are here with step-by-step help -and humor too."e;-Fran Manushkin, author of the Katie Woo series"e;Full of heart and more than a little spunk"e; -Kathleen Lane, author of The Best Worst ThingAn empowering resource for kids - and they're just plain fun to read."e; -Lauren Knickerbocker, Ph.D., Co-Director, Early Childhood Service, NYU Child Study Center"e;Hooray for these young friends who work together; this diverse crew will have readers looking forward to more."e; -Kirkus Reviews

In the third adventure in Nicole C. Kear's sweet chapter book series, it's up to the Fix-It Friends to help the star of the school play prepare for opening night.Because reading isn't always as easy as ABC.It's a dream come true! Veronica's playing the Queen of Hearts in the school play. It's perfect: She gets to be a star and scream her head off! Even better, she makes an amazing new friend. Liv, who's playing Alice, is a natural-it seems there's nothing she can't do! That is, until she reveals to Veronica that reading is really hard for her. To learn her lines, she's going to need a lot of help.That's the cue for the Fix-It Friends! With Jude working on sets, Cora on costumes, Ezra on stage lights, and Veronica by her side on stage, Liv is surrounded by just the right crew to help her get ready for opening night.After all, the show must go on! Told in Veronica's charismatic, enthusiastic, and funny voice, The Show Must Go On is the third book in The Fix-It Friends series, which makes childhood issues accessible for chapter book readers. Includes a toolbox of expert advice on how to approach reading challenges!Don't miss the other Fix-It Friends adventures: The Fix-It Friends: Have No Fear!The Fix-It Friends: Sticks and StonesThe Fix-It Friends: Wish You Were HereThe Fix-It Friends: Eyes on the PrizeThe Fix-It Friends: Three's a CrowdAn Imprint BookPraise for The Fix-It Friends: Have No Fear!: "e;Fears are scary! But don't worry: the Fix-It Friends are here with step-by-step help -and humor too."e;-Fran Manushkin, author of the Katie Woo series"e;Full of heart and more than a little spunk"e; -Kathleen Lane, author of The Best Worst ThingAn empowering resource for kids - and they're just plain fun to read."e; -Lauren Knickerbocker, Ph.D., Co-Director, Early Childhood Service, NYU Child Study Center"e;Hooray for these young friends who work together; this diverse crew will have readers looking forward to more."e; -Kirkus Reviews"e;The humor is spot-on, and the stories pull kids in, teaching without preaching, encouraging children to be active problem-solvers in their own lives."e; -Dr. Dawn Huebner, Ph. D., child psychologist and creator of the What-to-Do Guides for Kids series

Because losing a loved one is hard. Ziggy isn't just a pet guinea pig. He's a rock star, a friend, and a part of Ezra's family. So when he dies, Ezra is more upset than Veronica has ever seen him. She can't just sit back and watch a friend suffer. Something must be done! Laughter is the best medicine, so tons of fun is just what the Fix-It Friends order.But when nothing seems to shake Ezra's sadness, the Fix-It crew learns that grief isn't something to get around, but something to get through. And with good friends by his side, Ezra will do just that. Accessible and funny, the fourth book in The Fix-It Friends series by Nicole C. Kear handles a sensitive topic with lots of heart. Includes a toolbox of expert advice on how to deal with loss. Don't miss the other Fix-It Friends adventures: The Fix-It Friends: Have No Fear!The Fix-It Friends: Sticks and StonesThe Fix-It Friends: The Show Must Go OnThe Fix-It Friends: Eyes on the Prize The Fix-It Friends: Three's a CrowdAn Imprint BookPraise for The Fix-It Friends: Have No Fear!: "e;Fears are scary! But don't worry: the Fix-It Friends are here with step-by-step help -and humor too."e;-Fran Manushkin, author of the Katie Woo series"e;Full of heart and more than a little spunk"e; -Kathleen Lane, author of The Best Worst ThingAn empowering resource for kids - and they're just plain fun to read."e;-Lauren Knickerbocker, Ph.D., Co-Director, Early Childhood Service, NYU Child Study Center"e;Hooray for these young friends who work together; this diverse crew will have readers looking forward to more."e; -Kirkus Reviews"e;The humor is spot-on, and the stories pull kids in, teaching without preaching, encouraging children to be active problem-solvers in their own lives."e; -Dr. Dawn Huebner, Ph. D., child psychologist and creator of the What-to-Do Guides for Kids series

Because paying attention can be tricky.Veronica Conti's on a mission. She wants a trophy. She needs a trophy. She will not rest until a glorious golden trophy is in her hands! So when her school's 100 Day Contest is announced, Veronica vows to take home the grand prize. But when Veronica gets teamed up with none other than Matthew Sawyer, her biggest enemy, she thinks all hope is lost. Matt gets distracted and has a history of losing stuff, not to mention that he and Veronica can't stop arguing. To win the prize, Matt needs to organize. And to do that, he needs the Fix It Friends! Together, the friends help Matt and Veronica discover that unexpected friendship is the best prize of all. Eyes on the Prize is the fifth adventure in this funny and relatable chapter book series that teaches emotional intelligence. It includes tools to stay focused, which are applicable for kids with ADD and ADHD. Includes a toolbox of expert advice on how to pay attention! Don't miss the other Fix-It Friends adventures: The Fix-It Friends: Have No Fear!The Fix-It Friends: Sticks and StonesThe Fix-It Friends: The Show Must Go OnThe Fix-It Friends: Wish You Were HereThe Fix-It Friends: Three's a CrowdAn Imprint BookPraise for The Fix-It Friends: Have No Fear!: "e;Fears are scary! But don't worry: the Fix-It Friends are here with step-by-step help -and humor too."e;-Fran Manushkin, author of the Katie Woo series"e;Full of heart and more than a little spunk"e; -Kathleen Lane, author of The Best Worst ThingAn empowering resource for kids - and they're just plain fun to read."e; -Lauren Knickerbocker, Ph.D., Co-Director, Early Childhood Service, NYU Child Study Center"e;Hooray for these young friends who work together; this diverse crew will have readers looking forward to more."e; -Kirkus Reviews

Because words can hurt you too.Noah's the quiet type, which makes him a great friend for Veronica. She chats. He listens. She gabs. He nods. Perfect!So when Veronica spots Noah getting teased, she decides that if he won't speak up for himself, she will! What she doesn't expect is that the teasing will turn on her -- and her sense of style. Veronica's so embarrassed that she agrees to a mega Makeover from Cora, the Queen of Cute. When this only makes the name-calling worse, Veronica and Noah know just who to call for back-up: the one-and-only problem-solving team, the Fix It Friends!The second adventure in The Fix-It Friends chapter book series anchors humor with lots of heart, as the group learns to deal with teasing and bullying.Includes a toolbox of expert advice on how to handle teasing! Don't miss the other Fix-It Friends adventures: The Fix-It Friends: Have No Fear!The Fix-It Friends: The Show Must Go OnThe Fix-It Friends: Wish You Were HereThe Fix-It Friends: Eyes on the Prize The Fix-It Friends: Three's a CrowdAn Imprint BookPraise for The Fix-It Friends: Have No Fear!: "e;Fears are scary! But don't worry: the Fix-It Friends are here with step-by-step help -and humor too."e;-Fran Manushkin, author of the Katie Woo series"e;Full of heart and more than a little spunk"e; -Kathleen Lane, author of The Best Worst ThingAn empowering resource for kids - and they're just plain fun to read."e;-Lauren Knickerbocker, Ph.D., Co-Director, Early Childhood Service, NYU Child Study Center"e;Hooray for these young friends who work together; this diverse crew will have readers looking forward to more."e; -Kirkus Reviews"e;The humor is spot-on, and the stories pull kids in, teaching without preaching, encouraging children to be active problem-solvers in their own lives."e; -Dr. Dawn Huebner, Ph. D., child psychologist and creator of the What-to-Do Guides for Kids series