Get all 6 books here! The outrageously funny picture books series from Mike Thaler and Jared Lee are now chapter books! Follow Hubie on his adventures in the Black Lagoon, where how rumors can make a student create a monster of any teacher! These stories are sure to amuse and quell fears of new experiences at the same time! Books in this April Fools' Day from the Black Lagoon * The Author Visit from the Black Lagoon * Back-to-School Fright from the Black Lagoon * The School Carnival from the Black Lagoon * The Spring Dance from the Black Lagoon * The Summer Vacation from the Black Lagoon Spotlight, a division of ABDO Group, publishes the most popular licensed fiction in the highest quality library editions. We use the original publisher's digital files to adjust each book's layout so no artwork or text is lost in the gutter in our printing and binding process. We also use the best glossy or acid-free paper, reinforced end sheets, side-sewn bindings, and laminated covers to withstand the circulation Spotlight will get in your library!
Mike Thaler, born in Los Angeles, started his professional career drawing cartoons for adults. A children's book editor saw one of his cartoon stories in a national magazine and encouraged Mike to try writing for children. His first attempt met with success, and "The Magic Boy" was published in 1961.
Mike has produced over 220 published books and is known as “America’s Riddle King.” He has also been called “The Court Jester of Children’s Literature.”
Mike Thaler lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife Patty. He gladly welcomes all invitations to do church and school programs, and other book events.
Mike travels each year throughout the world helping children and teachers create their own stories, riddles, and books. He writes and teaches with creativity, inspiring his audiences with a love of language.