Jared Lee

Jump in Hubie is running out of time to plan the ultimate April Fools Day prank. The classic whoopee cushion and rubber bug just will not cut it this year, especially when he wants to surprise everyone at school. Why it pulls you in You know that feeling when you want to pull off the perfect joke, but you are worried someone might get you first? Hubie is feeling the pressure. He is expecting tricks at every turn, checking his seat, his lunch, and the classroom. Just when he thinks he has outsmarted everyone, the biggest joke of the day comes from the absolute last place he would ever expect. The Black Lagoon series perfectly captures the funny, exaggerated worries you might have about school events. What you will discover As you read this hilarious chapter book, you will follow Hubie as he navigates a day filled with suspicion and surprises. You will laugh out loud at the wild imaginations and monster sized problems that always seem to happen in his classroom. It is a lighthearted, relatable story about school life, friendship, and learning how to take a good joke when the tables are finally turned on you.

Jump in It is the first day of music class, and Hubie is already terrified. He has heard the wild rumors about the new music teacher, Miss Rhoda LaNote, and his imagination is working overtime picturing a terrifying instructor armed with a laser baton. Why it pulls you in Have you ever been nervous about meeting a new teacher because of crazy stories you heard from other kids? Hubie expects the absolute worst. He imagines Miss LaNote making students memorize a million songs, forcing them to sing through their toes, or locking them in a prison if they hit the wrong note. It is incredibly funny to watch Hubie stress out over these unbelievable myths, knowing that the reality is probably completely different. His over the top fears make the actual first day of class that much more entertaining. What you will discover You will giggle your way through this amusing story as Hubie finally faces the music. By the end, you will see how easy it is to let rumors turn an ordinary teacher into a scary monster. It is a wonderful, silly tale that reminds you not to believe everything you hear and shows that trying new things at school can actually be a lot of fun.

Jump in A massive blizzard has completely buried the town, and school is officially canceled. But for Hubie, a snow day does not sound like a fun winter adventure, it just sounds like a boring day where nothing happens and nobody moves. Why it pulls you in If you have ever had to put on a dozen layers of winter clothes just to step outside, you will completely understand Hubie. Before he can even look at the snow, he has to spend the entire afternoon zipping zippers, snapping snaps, and buckling buckles until he is so bundled up he can barely walk. You will laugh out loud as Hubie turns a simple trip outside into a dramatic, exhausting struggle against the cold. His grumpy attitude about winter makes the story incredibly relatable and hilarious. What you will discover As you read, you will find out if Hubie can push past his winter worries and actually enjoy the freezing weather. This entertaining chapter book takes you on a snowy journey filled with hot chocolate, scary snowman stories, and plenty of laughs. It is a fantastic reminder that even when things seem cold and miserable at first, a little imagination and some good friends can turn a boring day into a spectacular winter wonderland.

Jump in It is time for the class to visit the school library, but Hubie is convinced it is a terrible idea. He has heard horrifying rumors about Mrs. Beamster, the school librarian, and he is sure she is a strict monster. Why it pulls you in Kids at school call her the Laminator. They say that if you get caught whispering among the bookshelves, she will laminate you on the spot! It is so funny to see how Hubie lets these silly rumors run completely out of control. He pictures a terrifying library where all the books are bolted directly to the shelves and reading is a dangerous mission. What you will discover You will laugh as Hubie nervously steps into the library to face his fears. This clever story proves that rumors are usually wrong and shows just how wonderful and welcoming a real library can be.

Jump in Eric is hosting a massive New Years Eve sleepover, but there is one giant problem for Hubie. He has never spent the entire night away from his own home, and his imagination is already spinning out of control. Why it pulls you in Sleeping over at a friends house can be exciting, but it can also be a little scary when you are not used to it. Hubie is stressed about sleeping in a strange bed, waking up in an unfamiliar room, and dealing with Erics famously cheesy jokes all night long. He is even confused about the holiday traditions, worrying about what it means to make a New Years Revolution. His dramatic, over the top fears perfectly capture the anxiety of trying something completely new, and you will find yourself chuckling at every wild scenario he dreams up. What you will discover You will join Hubie as he packs his bags and bravely faces the ultimate sleepover challenge. Along the way, you will discover a hilarious and heartwarming story about stepping out of your comfort zone, laughing with friends, and ringing in the new year. It is a fantastic chapter book about turning an anxious night into a memorable, fun filled celebration.

Jump in The annual school carnival is finally here, and every class has to come up with a brilliant idea for a booth. Unfortunately for Hubie, his class has decided on a dunking booth, and they want him to be the main target! Why it pulls you in Being the star of the carnival sounds great, unless you are the one getting dunked into a giant tank of water. Hubie is absolutely panicking because he does not even know how to swim! Naturally, his imagination kicks into high gear, and he starts to worry that there might be actual sharks swimming around at the bottom of the dunk tank waiting for him to fall in. What you will discover You will laugh through every page as Hubie tries to figure out how to survive the splash zone. It is a wildly funny story about facing your silliest fears during the best school event of the year.

Jump in There is a brand new kid transferring to the school, and his name alone is enough to strike fear into everyones heart: Butch Pounder. Hubie has heard the terrifying rumors, and he is convinced that a giant, mean bully is coming to town. Why it pulls you in We have all been a little nervous about someone new, but Hubie takes it to a whole new level. He has heard unbelievable stories about Butch, like how he beat up an entire football team all by himself. Hubie is absolutely certain that their first meeting will end with him sitting in the school nurses office. The way his imagination runs wild makes the story incredibly funny, especially because you know the rumors are probably completely ridiculous. What you will discover You will smile as Hubie eventually crosses paths with the dreaded new kid. It turns out that a scary reputation does not always match reality. This entertaining and heartwarming story shows that instead of a terrifying monster, the new kid might just be someone looking for a friendly tour guide and a great new friend.

Jump in! Get ready for some serious giggles with Hubie and his friends at the Black Lagoon School! This time, a big event is coming up: the Spring Dance. Everyone has to go, and everyone has to dance... even if they'd rather hide under their desks! What's the problem? Poor Hubie is in a big pickle! He thinks he has two left feet and all the wrong moves. Plus, his dance teacher is HUGE! How can he possibly learn to glide and twirl without tripping over himself? Will he embarrass himself in front of the whole class? Why you'll love it! If you love funny school stories with silly monsters and relatable problems, you'll laugh out loud at Hubie's attempts to master the dance floor. Join Hubie as he tries his best to sweep his partner off her feet – or at least stay on his own! It's a hilarious adventure from the Black Lagoon that will have you giggling from start to finish.

Jump in It is time for the big class trip, but the students have absolutely no idea where they are going. Left in the dark, Hubie and his friends imagine they are heading straight into a day of terrifying danger. Why it pulls you in Not knowing the destination is the perfect recipe for a wild imagination. Hubie pictures a trip filled with maniacal monsters, ferocious beasts, and dangerous aerial acrobatics. To make matters worse, he expects their strict teacher, Mrs. Green, to give them a pop quiz on every scary thing they encounter. His dramatic expectations are incredibly funny to read. What you will discover You will laugh as the kids finally arrive and realize they are just visiting a very cool, normal zoo. It is a fantastic, silly story that proves letting your imagination run wild is fun, but sometimes the real world is an awesome adventure too.

Jump in Cupid has officially invaded the classroom, and Hubie is not happy about it. Everyone has to make a Valentines Day card, and the worst part is that he actually has to give it to someone in his class. Why it pulls you in School holiday parties can be tricky, but Hubie makes them hilarious. He is frustrated because he is not allowed to draw something cool like a green square or a giant dinosaur. Instead, he is forced to draw pink hearts and little cupids. Hubie would honestly rather eat a pile of dirt than participate in this mushy holiday. His biggest fear? He worries that if he hands a girl a valentine, the next thing he knows, they will be married! His exaggerated panic over a simple piece of folded paper is laugh out loud funny. What you will discover You will giggle your way through this chapter book as Hubie navigates the stressful, pink filled world of classroom valentines. It is a fantastic, relatable story about the awkwardness of school holidays and discovering that giving a nice card to a friend is really not the end of the world after all.

Jump in The school librarian has just announced that a massive book fair is coming, but Hubie is feeling highly suspicious. Based on the weird rumors floating around the playground, he is bracing himself for a truly terrifying event. Why it pulls you in Book fairs are usually the best part of the school year, but in Hubies mind, anything connected to the school can easily turn into a disaster. He has heard some incredibly bizarre things about what actually happens when the books arrive, and his imagination instantly goes into overdrive. Watching Hubie turn a normal, fun school activity into a dramatic, monster filled conspiracy is what makes the Black Lagoon books so entertaining. You know the book fair is going to be amazing, which makes his wild fears even funnier. What you will discover You will join Hubie as he cautiously explores the fair to see if the scary rumors are true. Along the way, you will laugh at his silly misunderstandings and discover the actual magic of finding the perfect story. It is a wonderful celebration of books, reading, and learning to let go of your wildest worries.

Jump in It is the very first day of school, and Hubie expects nothing but the absolute worst. He has been assigned to Mrs. Greens classroom, and according to the terrifying rumors, she is not just a strict teacher, she is an actual monster! Why it pulls you in The anxiety of meeting a new teacher is something everyone understands, but Hubie takes his worries to a hilariously dramatic level. He actually falls asleep and dreams that Mrs. Green is a scaly, fire breathing creature with a tail and smoke pouring out of her nostrils. She makes the kids do horrible things, and Hubies overactive imagination creates the funniest, most ridiculous school nightmare you could ever picture. His panicked reactions to ordinary school tasks will keep you laughing page after page. What you will discover You will chuckle as Hubie finally wakes up and meets the real Mrs. Green face to face. This classic story hilariously perfectly captures those first day jitters and reminds you that the scary stories you hear about teachers are almost always completely wrong. It is a delightful, comforting tale wrapped in a delightfully spooky package.

Jump in Mrs. Green has just announced that a brand new student is joining the class, and he is traveling from very far away. Naturally, Hubies mind starts racing, and he immediately assumes the new kid must be an alien from Mars. Why it pulls you in Meeting someone new can be a little intimidating, but Hubies fears are completely out of this world. He starts panicking that the new arrival might have blue skin, green antennae, and bright purple eyebrows. He even worries that the new kid is a body snatcher planning to take over the entire planet! It is so funny to read how Hubie takes a simple classroom announcement and turns it into a full blown science fiction invasion. His wild guessing games make the wait for the new student incredibly entertaining. What you will discover You will laugh out loud as the mysterious new kid finally walks through the classroom door. This hilarious story shows that letting your imagination run away from you can cause a lot of unnecessary stress. Ultimately, it is a heartwarming reminder that no matter where someone comes from, they might just become a great new friend.

Jump in It is Dental Health Month at school, and Dr. B.N. Payne is coming to check everyones teeth. For Hubie, there is absolutely nothing worse than going to the dentist, except maybe having the dentist come to him! Why it pulls you in We all get a little nervous about dental checkups, but Hubie has heard rumors that will make your jaw drop. Kids are whispering that the dentist has two heads, four hands, and likes to put massive bridges into peoples mouths. Hubie cannot even figure out how a real bridge could possibly fit inside someone's head! Watching Hubie stress out over these outrageous, monstrous rumors is incredibly funny. His vivid imagination turns a routine health check into a hilarious, terrifying ordeal that you simply cannot look away from. What you will discover You will join Hubie as he bravely opens wide and finally faces his turn in the dentist chair. This clever and amusing story proves that taking care of your teeth is actually quick, easy, and completely painless. It is the perfect book to help laugh away any fears of the dentist.

Jump in Hubie is running late for school, which means he has to face his ultimate fear: walking into the main office to get a late slip from the ferocious school secretary, Mrs. Armbender. Why it pulls you in Getting a tardy slip is never fun, but Hubie is convinced he is walking into a trap. He has heard the wildest stories about Mrs. Armbender, like how she has eight arms and hangs rule breaking students by their thumbs! According to the playground whispers, she knows every single thing that happens in the building, and even the principal is terrified of her. Hubies extreme panic over a simple piece of paper is laugh out loud funny, and his dramatic imagination turns the school office into a terrifying dungeon. What you will discover You will chuckle as Hubie slowly opens the office door to face the attendance taking monster. This highly entertaining story reveals the truth behind the scary rumors and shows that the people running the school are actually there to help. It is a fantastic, funny reminder that being late is not the end of the world.

Jump in The class Christmas party is coming up, and everyone has to participate in a gift exchange. It sounds like simple holiday fun, until Hubie draws a girls name out of the hat! Why it pulls you in Shopping for a gift is hard enough, but Hubie has less than three dollars saved up and absolutely no idea what to buy. His imagination kicks into high gear as he stresses out over picking the wrong present. He is genuinely worried that if he messes up the exchange, Santa Claws will come looking for him! Watching Hubie panic over budget shopping and classroom holiday rules is both incredibly relatable and laugh out loud funny. What you will discover You will join Hubie on his hilarious quest to find the perfect, affordable gift before time runs out. Along the way, this funny chapter book shares a gentle reminder about the true spirit of giving during the holiday season.

Jump in There is a brand new cafeteria lady at the school named Wanda Belch, and the lunchroom rumors are already swirling out of control. Hubie is convinced that lunch is about to become the most dangerous part of the day. Why it pulls you in School lunches can be mysterious, but Hubies imagination makes them sound downright terrifying. He hears that Wanda drives a garbage truck to work and learned all her cooking skills on a pirate ship! The kids whisper that her favorite dish to serve is a bubbling Souffle of Science Experiments. Watching Hubie dramatically stress over what might be hiding on his lunch tray is incredibly funny. His wild fears perfectly capture the hesitation kids feel when facing unfamiliar cafeteria food, blowing the whole situation beautifully out of proportion. What you will discover You will laugh out loud as Hubie finally steps up to the lunch line to face Wanda Belch and her mysterious menu. This hilarious story serves up plenty of giggles and shows that the scary rumors about the cafeteria are completely cooked up. It is a delightful reminder not to judge a meal before you have even seen the plate.

Jump in Summer vacation is finally here, but for Hubie, the long break away from school is feeling more like a giant disaster waiting to happen. Why it pulls you in Most kids count down the days until summer, but Hubie always finds a way to worry. Whether he is stressed about extreme heat, packing the wrong clothes, or facing completely unpredictable adventures, his wild imagination takes over. He pictures terrifying trips and exhausting summer camp experiences that turn his relaxing time off into a hilariously chaotic ordeal. You will love how Hubie takes the best time of the year and dramatically overthinks every single sunny detail, providing nonstop laughs along the way. What you will discover You will join Hubie as he slowly realizes that leaving the classroom behind might actually be a good thing. This amusing story perfectly captures the transition from a structured school year to the freedom of summer. It is a fantastic, funny book that reminds you to stop worrying, soak up the sun, and simply enjoy the break.

Jump in November has arrived, and Hubies class is getting ready to celebrate all their favorite things about Thanksgiving, from football to vacation time. They are even planning a massive school parade, but Hubie is struggling to find the holiday spirit. Why it pulls you in Thanksgiving is supposed to be about gratitude and fun, but Hubie is feeling left out. None of his friends want to team up with him to build a parade float, leaving him frustrated and flying solo. On top of that, he is completely stressing out about how he is possibly going to eat all the massive amounts of food required for a proper Thanksgiving dinner! His dramatic worries about stuffing himself and failing at the parade are incredibly relatable and completely hilarious. Hubies talent for turning a relaxing holiday into a major crisis will keep you laughing the whole way through. What you will discover You will follow Hubie as he navigates the ups and downs of classroom holiday projects. This funny and engaging chapter book explores teamwork, feeling left out, and eventually finding a reason to be thankful. It is a perfect read to get you smiling and ready for the holiday season.

Hubie is about to let out a massive scream. The scariest Halloween costume party ever is approaching, and he has absolutely nothing to wear. You might think he could just go as the Invisible Man and hide at home, but attendance is required. To make matters worse, there will be an entire crowd of monstrous classmates roaming the halls. Hubie knows he better find a clever costume fast, or he might just end up becoming a tasty party treat for all those cruel ghouls. Dive into another hilarious adventure where school days mix with wild imagination and monster problems. You will laugh out loud as Hubie faces his fears and tries to survive the wildest holiday celebration of the year.

The annual Field Day is only one week away, and attendance is strictly mandatory. Hubie would much rather go home and hide under his bed. To make matters completely terrifying, the infamous Crazy Coach Kong is in charge of inventing all the athletic events. You will not believe what the students have to do. The events include leaping over wild lions, hopping over giant hippos, skipping through slithering snakes, and tiptoeing carefully around hungry tigers. Hubie has to figure out how to survive these outrageous physical challenges. Join the hilarious fun and see if this athletic event turns into a field day of dreams or a complete field day of screams.

You have probably heard some terrifying rumors about the art teacher. As Hubie heads into his very first art class, he is incredibly nervous about meeting the infamous instructor. The other students have been whispering some truly weird and scary stories about what happens inside the art room. Hubie lets his wild imagination completely take over, convinced that the new teacher is an absolute monster who will make class a nightmare. But when he finally walks through the door, he is in for a massive surprise. Discover the hilarious truth behind the silly rumors as Hubie learns that trying new experiences and meeting new teachers is not nearly as scary as his imagination makes it seem.

Baseball fever is spreading through the entire school, but Hubie is just feeling completely sick to his stomach. Everyone is going absolutely batty because the big baseball tryouts are rapidly approaching. Unfortunately for Hubie, his athletic track record is not great. Last season, the only hit he managed to get was right in the head when he completely missed catching the ball. Now he has to step up to the plate again. Armed with extra practice and a brand new baseball mitt he affectionately calls Grabber, Hubie hopes to turn his luck around. Step up to the bat and find out if Hubie will finally knock one out of the park and make the team, or if he is doomed to face another strikeout.

Mean Mrs Green has just made a terrifying announcement. Everyone in the class is absolutely required to invent something for the upcoming school science fair. Most of the students would much rather invent a clever way to get out of the assignment entirely. Hubie is completely stuck and cannot decide what to build, while all of his friends have already started working on their impressive projects. Time is running out, and it comes down to a tough choice between trying to clone himself or building a complex laugh machine. Step into the laboratory and find out if Hubie can create a brilliant innovation in time to earn a passing grade, or if his monstrous teacher will have the last laugh.

Somewhere in the dark and spooky caverns beneath the elementary school, the mysterious custodian is lurking. Hubie and his friends have heard wild rumors about Fester Smudge. They say he is a dark phantom wreaking total havoc throughout the building, deliberately making the classrooms boiling hot all summer and freezing cold all winter. The students even whisper that he is so mechanically challenged that he cannot change a simple light bulb without blowing the entire ceiling off. The school seems to be in a massive fix with this guy around. But when a student gets completely stuck with a jammed locker, they might just have to brave the basement and ask the dreaded custodian for some help.

Strap on your seatbelts, because it is going to be an incredibly bumpy ride to school. There is a brand new school bus driver in town, and his name is T Rex Fenderbender. Hubie and his friends have heard some completely terrifying rumors about this guy. The kids whisper that he drives the big yellow bus like he is aggressively racing in the Indy 500. Even worse, word on the playground says that he forces the students to jump out and rebuild the engine whenever the bus breaks down on the side of the road. Ride along with Hubie as his wild imagination shifts into high gear. Will the morning commute turn into a high speed nightmare or a totally thrilling adventure?

Mrs Green is out sick today, which means Hubie and his classmates are getting a substitute teacher. The students are completely thrilled and ready to party the entire day away. That is, until they actually meet their temporary instructor, Mr Frank N Stein. Suddenly, a fun free day turns into a giant, hulking nightmare. Hubie lets his imagination run completely wild, picturing a literal nine foot tall monster who smashes directly through the classroom walls and effortlessly hurls misbehaving students straight into outer space. Join the incredibly funny classroom chaos as Hubie bravely faces his comically horrific fears. You will quickly discover that getting a new teacher might just be the most monstrously entertaining adventure of the whole school year.

Hubie has just been sent straight to the principal office, and he is absolutely terrified. Everyone knows that getting called down the hall is the worst thing that can happen to a student. Hubie lets his wild imagination completely take over as he slowly walks toward the dreaded door. Does Mrs Green actually feed mischievous kids to a hungry alligator she keeps hidden in her office? Does she really keep rule breakers locked away in tiny cages underneath her wooden desk? Hubie is convinced he might hear other kids screaming for help at any moment. Follow along on this playfully frightening adventure as the simple anticipation of meeting the principal turns into a hilarious journey of monster sized fears and very funny surprises.

There is supposedly a real nurse working at the school, but no one has ever actually seen her. The students whisper that she is a literal ghoul who haunts the medical room. Rumor has it that she uses a giant thermometer the exact size of a flagpole and a wooden surfboard for a tongue depressor. The kids even say that if you fail her terrifying eye test, she will use your eyeballs as billiard balls. Hubie swears he will absolutely never step foot inside her office. But when he suddenly feels sick during the middle of the school day, he has no choice but to face his deepest fears. Find out what happens when Hubie finally meets the infamous nurse face to face.

Enter a hilariously backwards world where being bad is actually good. Mother and Father Monster are extremely worried about their sweet daughter. Instead of roaring, stomping, and breaking things like a proper monster should, she is far too polite and well-behaved. They try absolutely everything to teach her how to throw terrible tantrums and show off the worst manners possible. You will giggle as her parents attempt to train her in the fine art of being rude, messy, and loud. Will the young monster finally learn how to misbehave and make her family proud, or will she stay true to her own kind heart? This incredibly funny story flips the rules of politeness upside down and shows that sometimes being yourself is the best choice you can make, even if your family thinks you are doing it all wrong.

The classroom is heating up because everyone is required to run for an office in the big class election. Hubie finds himself running for the position of president directly against Doris. He honestly does not think he stands a single chance, especially since Doris is actively handing out free ice cream to bribe all the voters. To stay relevant in this wild political race, Hubie has to do ridiculous things like shake the terrifying paws and claws of the school staff, and even kiss a bunch of babies. His chances of winning are looking incredibly slim. Dive into this hilarious political campaign to see if Hubie can pull off a massive victory by proving he actually stands for something important.

The annual talent show is rapidly approaching, and participation is strictly mandatory just because mean Mrs Green says so. Every single student is required to perform a special talent for exactly one minute, live on stage, directly in front of the entire school and all of the parents. Just the thought of starring in this massive production gives Hubie a severe case of stage fright. He desperately asks his mother for some good suggestions, and she immediately insists he start taking piano lessons to prepare. Join the hilarious panic as Hubie tries to find his hidden talent before the big curtain rises. With a little bit of luck and a lot of laughs, this frightening performance might just turn out to be completely fun.

Mrs Green just announced some thrilling news to the entire class. They are officially getting a brand new class pet. As usual, Hubie immediately lets his imagination run totally wild. He begins to panic, wondering if the mysterious new animal will have giant fangs, sharp horns, or glowing headlights for eyes. Considering all the other terrifying things at his school, Hubie is absolutely convinced that his teacher is bringing a vicious monster into the classroom. His absolute worst fears seem totally validated when Mrs Green wheels in a massive, covered cage. Peek inside this hilarious story to discover exactly what kind of mild or wild critter is hiding inside, and see if the students can survive their newest furry friend.