Tao is studying martial arts at the famous Master Snow's school. But no matter how hard he concentrates on his lessons, mischief gets in the way! Tao plays pranks and jokes around with his friends Ray, Lee, and Kat. He also struggles to get to school on time, learn new moves, and—most importantly—avoid doing his chores.

Tao is in school to be a fearless samurai. But he's a natural at goofing off. His teachers Master Snow and Master Irons want him to be first in his class. Tao would rather be first in the lunch line. Join the fun as he tries to prank some bullies and teach kung fu moves to his cat!

Tao dreams of becoming a martial arts master, but his wandering mind always gets him into trouble. Especially when he starts having lovey-dovey thoughts about his friend Kat! Tao starts pulling bigger, sillier pranks. Will Kat notice him? Well, his angry teachers might!

Tao and his friends are super excited for the International Martial Arts Championship! But trouble is close behind them. When two top students from Master Snow's school disappear, Tao is on the case. Can he solve the mystery, defeat a clan of nasty criminals, and find a legendary sword?

The student has become the teacher. Tao is showing his little brother how to take care of bullies. He's also teaching his cat some ninja attacks! Meanwhile, a new kid has arrived at Master Snow's school—and she has a crush on Tao! With so much going on, how will Tao find time to goof off?

Can a one-legged boy become a great samurai warrior? Meet some unique aspiring champions in this kick-off to an exciting new martial arts series. (Ages 9-14)Niya Moto is the only one-legged samurai kid in Japan, famous for falling flat on his face in the dirt. The one school that will accept him is the Cockroach Ryu, led by the legendary sensei Ki-Yaga. He may be an old man overly fond of naps, but Ki-Yaga is also known for taking in kids that the world has judged ...

The traditional definition of a pressure point is a point that, when pressure is applied, produces crippling pain. This is learnt in a Chinese martial art called Dim Mak based on acupuncture pressure points, but this art is very restricted and needs and understanding of Chinese acupuncture points. Because of this, this article can only provide information on on fragile areas that we'll call vulnerable points. This is used to exploit a weakness or vulnerability in the human...

JET FLASHFEET, CHUCK COBRACRUSHER, DONNIE DRAGONJAB, and BRUCE WILLOWHAMMER . . .Together they are THE NINJA MEERKATS!Armed to the teeth with ninja-know-how, this ultimate fighting force has one goal - to thwart the evil ringmaster's plans for world domination. Ninja-Boom!The Ringmaster is planning to steal a legendary golden mask from a burial chamber hidden deep beneath an Egyptian pyramid. The meerkats hotfoot it to the desert, intent on protecting the treasure. Can they...

Finding Karate is about a boy who stumbles upon a great opportunity without realizing the true meaning of the opportunity until he is faced with day to day issues. The boys name has unfortunate rhyming possibilities and he is unlucky by being extremely shy and socially unable to handle classroom settings well. His social awkwardness and clumsiness make him a target for bullies. Finding Karate is a generational book that will educate the reader and teach them values, manners, respect, self-...

Katie’s friend Kevin can’t wait for his big karate match. And Kevin, who says he’s the best yellow belt in his class, thinks he’s bound to win. But when the magic wind turns Katie into Kevin just before his big match, she manages to threaten his chances of beating the competition! Will Katie be able to karate chop her way to the top?

**The uniquely talented samurai kids are back -- and ready to join forces with a ninja clan! -- as the fast-paced martial arts series continues.(Ages 9-14)**Across the valley, a drumbeat echoes. For ten days, the drum will call the mountain ryus to war, including the samurai kids from the Cockroach Ryu. Only Japan’s feudal emperor can stop the war, so Niya and Sensei Ki-Yaga set off on a grueling journey with all the Cockroaches, whose firm friendship and unusual skills mus...

Named an Honor Title by the Storytelling World Awards in the category of “Storytelling Anthologies"The samurai prepared themselves for battle through physical practice, and the study of the arts. These ancient stories that inspired warriors so long ago have special significance for today’s teens who face battles of their own: battles against bullies; battles with self-doubt and lack of confidence; and battles with the injustices they see around them. Burt ...