The Stratford Zoo looks like a normal zoo... until the gates shut at night. That's when the animals come out of their cages to stage elaborate performances of Shakespeare's greatest works. They might not be the most accomplished thespians, but they've got what counts: heart. Also fangs, feathers, scales, and tails, in The Stratford Zoo Midnight Revue Presents Macbeth. Ian Lendler's hilarious tale of after-hours animal stagecraft is perfectly paired with the adorable, accessible artwork of Zack Giallongo (Broxo, Ewoks). And with Romeo and Juliet coming in book two, this is a promising new series of graphic novels for young readers.

An entertaining and informative study of the history and culture of alcoholic beverages traces the origins and development of various groups of beverages, including beer, wine, champagne, whiskey, rum, gin, tequila, and vodka, and features such trivia as 'Great Country Drinking Songs,' '10 Odd Laws,' and other whimsical facts. Original.

Having limited talent and time to build and design the set, Ned is forced to improvise on the illustration, but when the king is painted with a donut on his head instead of a crown and the army dons tutus instead of armor, everyone quickly realizes that their artist's creative liberties may have gone a bit too far!