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Fly with your favorite Angry Birds characters as they travel back in time on a zany search to find their eggs. Kids will be hooked on this wacky mystery as they analyze and observe the wonderful world of dinosaurs as they are building basic skills through fun and fascinating acti Dinosaurs may be extinct, but interest in them is alive and well!
This roaringly cool sticker book is ideal for all fans of dinosaurs. Sticker by sticker children can re-create their favourite dinosaurs and discover interesting facts about them. From woolly mammoths to saber-toothed cats, prehistoric mammals once roamed Earth. With beautiful and engaging illustrations, authentic photos, and accessible text, kids will learn all about these mighty mammals in this Level 2 reader.
From the eBook edition. Fans can fly with their favorite Angry Birds characters as they travel back in time on a zany search to find their eggs. Kids will be hooked on this wacky mystery as they analyze and observe the wonderful world of dinosaurs as they are building basic skills through fun and fascin NG Kids Everything Battles captures all of the action and valor of the battlefield, as well as the trappings that go with it.
Kids will browse eye-popping photographs and illustrations, as they peruse fascinating facts and information about armor, weapon, uniforms, technology, mi Subscribe now to be the first to hear about specials and upcoming releases. Publication Date January pre-release. December release this month. Older than 12 months. Relevance Popularity Latest Additions Title: A to Z Title: Z to A Pub Date: New to Old Pub Date: Old to New Price: The illustrations are effortlessly diverse. This is a cohesive multicultural and multifaith neighbourhood.
The illustrations also include images of active disabled people and challenges to gender stereotypes. This should appear on every bookshelf! Age , Paperback 21pp. Baby Ruby bawls and bawls. A super-rhythmic, endearing story of mutual support and love within a mixed race family. Age , Paperback 20pp. Baking With Dad Ref: Several whisks, shakes, flour sneezes and fruit-cocktail-head-dresses later and a six-tiered mountain of baked loveliness is all ready.
A grand picture book showing Dad as primary carer which extends to the, beautifully formatted end pages animated by all sorts of household items: And so begins this encyclopaedic, panoramic introduction to children from around the world: A UNICEF-endorsed celebration of our global diversity, commonality and interconnectedness, nicely summed up in the text, "Every life is a story. It's easier to understand someone when you know their story. For example, simply the range of disabilities 'casually' shown eye patches, shortened limbs, children with Down's syndrome is unusual for picture books.
Fantastic back notes extend out from each double page spread with a wealth of factual information. Younger children will be engaged by the simplicity of the core text while older children can think around each topic with the detailed extra notes. Very inclusive, lots to talk about' Rosalind, Workforce Dev. Age , Hardback 65pp. Stop a moment to wonder about the world around you: What do these mean to you? The seven stories in this collection come from cultures near and far, each one unique in its relationship with the natural world. Includes hands-on activities to inspire you to be a thoughtful caretaker of our planet.
Age , Paperback 95pp. Age , Paperback 25pp. And then, suddenly one day, with the arrival of rain and frost, all of the bees disappear. Bereft and despairing, he tries all manner of things to encourage them back- from dressing up in a bee suit to creating a special beehive hotel with free wi-fi. And then, just as suddenly, with the coming of Spring, the bees fly back!
An endearing story about losing your bumble and getting it back! Follows the passing seasons and weather patterns. Excellent bumble bee back notes provide a wider context on the value of bees to our fragile eco system. Age Paperback 28pp. We love to introduce children -and you! This bright, cheery and light picture books, inspired by the life of Edna Lewis b. Watch a family harvest and gather all of their food locally, through the passing seasons and then see what plates of food end up on the table: Drooooling backnotes include recipes for pecan drops, apple crisps and more.
Inspired by a rare and award-winning black female chef who had a passion for locally sourced food and a loyalty to traditional, fine, comforting, Southern-style cooking. Age , American Import Paperback 39pp.
Brodie by Joy Cowley illustrated by Chris Mousdale. So begins this story about the loss of a classmate. Brodie was an expert ear wiggler; he knew how to make fantastic farty noises; he had dreams of being a pilot; he liked to say "awesome stupendous". He often had stays in hospital and at these times his classmates would send him cards. But one day, the children are told that Brodie has died- and this time, they're invited to make cards for his parents. An award-winning book made at the request of teachers seeking bereavement books for younger children who have lost a classmate.
Sensitively done and not at all preachy. Age , Paperback 33pp. The Bus is For Us! Children let you know about all their favourite mode of transport, ranging from trains to horses and giant fishes to flying bears! But every single one of these is outclassed by And so, every few pages, and here is the compulsory joining-in bit, the characters shout out, "But best is the bus.
The bus is for us! The simple rhymes really beat along, making this a great read-aloud. The large soft illustrations and format call out for this book to be held up for everyone to see.
And bursting with warm, diverse representations, a great many children will spot toddlers like themselves in this book; there are even a pair of twins! What a lovely book. Great rhymes and gentle, fun illustrations' Rosalind, Workforce Dev. Age Birth to3 Paperback 24pp.
A new edition of an award-winning picture book. The butterfly effect is turned into a dazzling journey of elements and weather as the beat of a butterfly wing becomes a breeze in Russia, billows across Mongolia and so on and so on until it finally returns as a tornado. Chaos theory and the interconnectedness of things are turned into concepts children can grasp- and be amazed by.
What's not to like? Age , Paperback 30pp. Crucially, gender is no barrier. Dexter is equally thrilled by all the choices on offer in his head -food critic, astronomer, marine biologist, clothes designer. Bold, cartoon illustrations, snappy text and a great sense of play and fun really lift these books out of the usual 'occupations' books for children. All children will enjoy the humour and excitement that unfolds in these pages and open young children's minds to the view that gender is no barrier to any profession. Boys do housework too!
Age , Paperback 23pp. Multicultural, casual images of disability, a winning text and exceptionally imaginative illustrations. Britain seems rainy and colourless to Hassan, but after painting the bright colours of his refugee family's flight from sunny, war-torn Somalia he begins to see colours in his new home.
Sensitively and beautifully illustrated. Age , 15pp Paperback. A unique take, from a bully's point of view, offering facts, tips and fantastically empowering advice. Age , American Import Paperback 43pp. Will you help me choose? One of Letterbox Library's favourite illustrators joins forces with the very popular Peters team.
But one day, Dad was full up with sadness, all the way to the top. He said his sky had turned grey. This excellent description of mental health problems also brilliantly captures a child's anxiety, loneliness and their overwhelming guilt when faced with a parent in pain. Enhanced by evocative language "Months were stretchy like chewing gum Commissioning Officer, Letterbox Library reviewer.
Age , Paperback 24pp Themes: She, in turn, manages to attend their school play, even though she is quite weak, turning up in a wheelchair and with her head covered by a sparkly scarf suggesting chemotherapy. When Mr Banks finally tells the class that Miss Evans has died, we see the children encouraged to explore their different feelings and to share their very best memories of Miss Evans- ultimately immortalised in a home made copper tree, installed by the caretaker in the entrance hall, with leaves for memories made by the children. A difficult subject treated with a great lightness of touch.
Both the illustrations and text are full of warmth, comfort and even, a gentle humour. Opens the door to questions and discussion in a sensitive and thoughtful way' Rosalind, Workforce Dev. It was also so practical and contained a wonderful idea which could be copied. The Crow's Tale Ref: A written version of a Pennsylvania Lenni Lenape Indian legend which has been passed down, largely orally, through generations of Lenni Lenape Indians. High quality text told in rhyme and lovely, lovely illustrations.
What a great debut for Naomi Howarth. Age Paperback 26pp. Yuka's Dad works every day of the week making the tastiest of ramen. Yuka is very proud of him, but she also misses him so very much. Spend a day with Yuka as she and her mum try to distract themselves with a rice ball picnic in Cherry Tree Park, a visit to the local market, a brief stopover at a shrine and then Fantastic flourishes and details of Japanese life are conveyed through bold, lithograph-style artwork and little notes which pop up here and there with snippets about Shiba Inu- Japan's national dog- wagashi sweets and a dumpling called Yomogi dango!
A further, packed, six pages of back notes show a map of Japan with stats. From a publisher who specialises in editing English editions of a selection of Korea's best children's picture books. I liked the detail about Japan and also the poignant underlying theme of the girl missing her dad' Deborah, Lecturer in EY Education, Letterbox Library reviewer. A rib-tickling, tip-top tale featuring a gritty pig farmer. Can Rose buy the fattest hog in all of Texas or will persnickety snake and mean-attitude armadillo get in her way?
With a repeated chorus to join in with- "Come on everybody, shake a claw! Strong rhythms and rhymes, bright and swishy illustrations, a CD with animations and dino sing-alongs, a brilliant 'Who's Who' of dinosaurs on the backpages and a detailed, illustrated guide to the ages of the dinosaurs, from the Triassic era right up until the current, Quarternary era.
Add to this a representative group of children- including a child with a hearing aid and one with a walking or should that be boogie?! Share a day out with two exuberant children one wears a splint collecting noises in a floppy bag. Bursting with rhythm and rhymes. This dog doesn't do proper dog stuff, like flea scratching or stick-chasing.
This dog thinks he's a ballerina. So, when all those around him insist that doing ballet isn't a very doggy-like thing to do, he sinks into a howling depression. But with a little stealth, a comfy tutu and a quite astounding Arabesque, this dog may be about to prove everyone wrong. A fun and gentle take on smashing gendered expectations. Age , Paperback 28pp. A librarian explains to a small child why dragons don't do well in libraries: A rhyming, dragon-filled tribute to libraries. Multicultural; includes a book-hungry wheelchair user; nice to have-for a change- both female and male dragons!
A celebration of family. No oversleeping, no getting the house messy, no wandering off Brilliantly captures the build up to and excitement of a very special day. Age , American Import Hardback 27pp. Each Kindness by Jacqueline Woodson illustrated by E. New girl, Maya, looks different in her ragged hand-me-downs and she's always left playing on her own.
An award-winning team and one of the most moving picture books we have seen. Age , American Import Hardback 30pp. Sam wonders if she is an alien. She has no Earth manners. But she knows all about Earth hugs. A wonderful feat of storytelling, imagination and Earth-Love. Age , Canadian Import Paperback 29pp. A quiet, bespectacled, little boy by day; dashing superhero by night. Ingenious illustrations compliment this lovely fantasy. Age , Paperback 24pp.
But his flat doesn't have nearly enough space for all of his seedlings and pottings. But then, he discovers the roof at the top of his tower block and an idea begins to germinate, in every sense of the word. He just needs a little bit of help from his friends. A great, positive boost of a story as a hugely diverse community come together to create something very beautiful which then spreads across the skyline The strawberries look delish!
The Family Book Ref: A brilliantly simple take on diverse families: Clear, happy, triumphant and loud in its message- with Parr's trademark thick felt pen, primary colour, illustrations. The much-loved Farmer Falgu, is seen here making his way to the Kumbh Mela. A lovely little introduction to the Hindu 'Festival of the Pot', held once every 12 years at four sacred riverside places, drawing pilgrims from across India and the world.
The upbeat, simple text is enhanced by highlighted, coloured words introducing festival essentials such as jalebis and sweet lassi and the procession of sadhus holy men. Vibrant illustrations- the men draped in wreaths of orange blossom is especially fine. Nice backnote on the festival. The clucking, the mooing and quacking of Farmer Falgu's farm is driving him to distraction Only, he hasn't accounted for the many people who'd like a lift who all bring their own particular noises with them: A wonderfully simple story with delightful sound effects printed in coloured, slanted and curving fonts, a cumulative text and dashing illustrations.
See also the review for Farmer Falgu Goes to the Market. It's market day and Farmer Falgu has a heavy cart full of chillies, coriander and all manner of eggs. But he hasn't accounted for the hazards along the route! There are the pot holes, the waddling ducks, a honking lorry. Will any of the eggs remain intact?
A visual journey full of child appeal which bumps along with sound effects, an imaginative typeset, delicious language and the cumulative, anticipatory storytelling which proves so popular with very young children. See also the review for Farmer Falgu Goes on a Trip. Age , Indian Import Paperback 26pp.
Big Day Out Ref: Easy, chatty, interactive text perfectly suited for describing a first experience and for opening up discussion. Ages , Card Pages 23pp. What's the best way of cleaning my teeth? Conversational text provides easy prompts for discussing familiar new experiences. Effortlessly multicultural and inclusive. Age , Card Pages 23pp. Who will I see? Will I have to take medicine? What is the food like? When can I go home? Will they be friendly?
Will I enjoy it? Can I stay with my cat? Why do my rabbit's teeth need trimming? The 5 Misfits Ref: One of them is punctured, one is folded, one is feeble, one is upside down and one is simply "a bundle of oddities". They are a happy band of creatures, living snugly together in a lopsided house Will he mend their ways or will they mend his? An incredibly beautiful book in its art work and a extraordinarily wise book in its messages about uniqueness and individuality.
Age , Hardback 34pp. Girl DIY expert included! Wordless, with die cut holes and a minimal, dramatic colour palette, this special book shows a child leaving their tent to explore a forest by night with just a flashlight. The black and silver landscape is interrupted by the torch's beam as it casts a full-colour light on frisky racoons, hedgehogs, bats, owls, beavers and more! Adored by the nursery group staff who visited us recently. Great way of introducing nocturnal animals.
Age , Hardback 32pp.
Teddy and Ruby set out on a fantastic flying adventure! Shows girls and boys equally at home in their hardhats and diggers. Set in Brazil, this stunningly illustrated story about a child's ambition to be a great footballer is also a beautifully non-didactic and thoughtful story about poverty, child labour and a challenge to gender stereotypes.
Yasmin Saikia illustrated by Janna Brock. A very complex story nicely simplified. This attractive picture book opens with Malala's acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize and then swoops back to tell her story- from her early education in the Swat valley of Pakistan to the rise of the Taliban, their command to cease education for girls which in turn prompted Malala's brave activism and then, the attack on her life.
A wonderful play of light and shadows sweep across the illustrations. Skilled storytelling celebrates and applauds Malala Yousafzai's quite extraordinary courage. Age , Paperback 40pp. Picture This Winner Fantastic disability portrayal. Bessie-Belle offers to grant Freddie's every wish.
But he mumbles and she can't hear terribly well In a village high up in the Andes, Aldomaro relies on his radio for knowledge. Published with ActionAid, this child-friendly narrative explores how batteries are sometimes a precious commodity and learning a real aspiration. Age Paperback 31pp. Bright illustrations in pink, blue and yellow hues introduce us to the Hindu god, Ganesha, as a child, a child just like any other child, expect for an elephant's head and an unusual method of getting around- cruising on a magic mouse.
Follow the pair as they go about collecting sweets until they stumble across an extra hard, jaw breaking, laddoo which snaps off Ganesha's tusk which he then accidentally hurls at an elderly man who turns out to be the poet Vyasa who then persuades Ganesha to be a scribe for his very very very long poem An eminently child-friendly, comic, account of how Ganesha came to write the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata.
Comes with a helpful author note. Illustrated by a Pixar Animation Studios artist. Having decided to enjoy her isolation, she shuns company, excepting But then Chester moves in next door and convinces her that it might be a time for a new playmate. A charmingly off-the-wall picture book which captures the zaniness of children's playtime and the worlds they create together.
The narrative moves along through Isabel's changing emotions which are themselves carried by a familiar passage of the seasons from Autumn- marking Simon's departure- to Spring- announcing Chester's arrival. For more confident readers there are some real depths of emotions to explore here with Isabel literally externalising her feelings through a complex system of boxes and storage.
Very tactile paper and a great palette. Brilliant, humorous, quirky- immense! The Gingerbread Bees Ref: One day, on a forest walk, he rescues a drowning Queen Bee and is rewarded by the fairy queen with a special pot of forest honey for him to dollop into his gingerbreads, which, in turn, brings him further good fortunes! Age , Paperback 18pp.
Girls can fly planes or dive under the sea. Yes, girls can be anything they want to be". A simple and effective empowerment book aimed at getting girls to aim as high as they'd like to! A bouncy rhyme drives the optimism of the text forward as we see girls in all of their diversity as they take up all sorts of jobs and activities from protecting tigers to solving crimes to digging up roads. The energy pours out on to the start and end pages with double page spreads of girls rock climbing and, later, mini bios and pictures of 15 notable women, including UK's first female firefighter, the first person with Down Syndrome to swim the English Channel, the first female amputee to climb Mount Everest, Sirimavo Bandaranaike, Nicola Adams and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
Wonderful to have these messages pitched to the very young. Golden Domes and Silver Lanterns: Green is the Quran I read with pride. Grandma explains the lessons inside". From silver fanoos to golden domes, a young Muslim girl introduces readers to her faith, including Ramadan and Eid, through the medium of rhyme and colours. An original approach, very beautifully illustrated with a useful glossary. By a Muslim author and an illustrator inspired by elements of Islamic art. Informative and engaging with attractive illustrations. A charming sequel to 'Amazing Grace'. When Grace is invited to Gambia she is worried about how to manage two families, but she learns that families are what you make of them.
Age , 32pp Paperback. A child-friendly exploration of what dementia is. Includes factual information to help children talk about their feelings and find new ways to enjoy the changing relationship. Ages , Paperback 28pp. Well, grandparents inducting children on their vegetable plots seems to be a recurring theme!
Here, Billy is by his grandpa's side throughout the growing season. Teaches everything anyone would need to know to get started on their own allotment. Fantastically detailed backnotes furnish stacks of additional veg-growing information. Ages , Paperback 38pp. Early science knowledge with muscle and heart. Another hefty slice of non-fiction joy from Hoffman and Asquith. This time, it's all about our bodies. This is a celebration of everybody and every body: There is even due reference to people who do not feel comfortable with the labels 'boy' and 'girl'.
Inclusive and diverse as always, Asquith sets about putting everyone into the picture- including a wider range of disabled characters. Age , Hardback 33p. A glorious, multicultural celebration of contemporary family life. All wrapped up in delightful illustrations and great dollops of humour! Age , Paperback 32pp Themes: Selected by Booktrust as a Best Book of The second in the series of these most joyful and inclusive books! Explore lots of different feelings with the children in this book, see if you can find feelings that match your own, or that help you understand how other people are feeling.
Feelings explored with the same warmth, wit and sensitivity as in the award-winning 'The Great Big Book of Families'. The Great Googly Moogly Ref: But Stella aims to do just that. Armed with fishing gear and differing baits, she sets out every day to realize her dream, whatever the weather. But what will she do if she succeeds? Courtney Dicmas's latest book features a spirited character determined to achieve her goal, but it also reflects our responsibilities to other creatures, and our place in the natural world.
Relatives too welcoming, weather too hot. Nothing is the same. A very recognisable, grumpy child has his day lifted, finally, by a kind and patient friend and a calm reassuring childminder. A straightforward and gently humorous book which includes some great back cover tips for getting children to articulate their moods. Age , Hardback, 18pp.
Every one of Madame Chapeau's customers is different, so each receives a unique, bespoke hat. But while she gives so much of herself, Madame has a lonely life. And then, one night, she loses her precious birthday bonnet. A line of men queue up to offer her their hats but none will do Like every great story book, this one lends itself to multiple interpretations.
It's a story about loss and self- isolation, but it also ends up as a story about friendship, belonging and finding your own uniqueness. The illustrations are wonderful- a particular delight is that each hat mirrors and reveals the personality of its owner. The text lilts along with bouncing rhymes and it savours funny nonsense words- "Chez Snooty-Patoot" "Rue Tippytap".
This illustrator excels in effortless inclusion- the characters are multicultural; the real star is a small, Black child with natural hair ; some of the couple scenes suggest same-sex partners in amongst the mix and indeed one of the story's joyful messages is that love and companionship takes many forms.
I would have bought this for my child- I had to read it to my nearly year-old daughter anyway. A gorgeously inclusive book which gets giddy about skin! A rich text marvels at how skin keeps "your insides in", at how clever it is at growing, at healing and how it responds to the outside environment. Most of all, it celebrates the diversity of our skin and the importance of feeling happy in your skin. This joyful book has so many purposes: Portrayals of different ethnicities, faiths and disabilities as well as diverse family structures.
A young boy in a concentration camp keeps hopes alive through the transcendent powers of music. Age , American Import Paperback 30pp. One in a series showing children of all abilities enjoying a day out. Colourful and sunny illustrations. Age , Paperback 12pp. Have You Seen Elephant? And, despite the elephant's quite terrible disguises- on full show with just its head in a lampshade, delicately clutching a skinny tree trunk in front of it- the child simply fails to spot it. Which leads, inevitably, to a tortoise challenging the same child to a game of Tag A book which really understands the art of being a picture book with the barest of texts, decorative gatefolds and warm, smudgy illustrations in a gorgeous fuzzy summer palette, stuffed with character and great humour.
A picture book lover's dream. Children will love it. Commissioning Officer, LL reviewer. But will she know how to get it back? The depths of love and loss are treated with an extraordinary lightness of touch. Age 5-adult, Paperback 31pp. A new edition of a classic.
Brought bang up to date by Walker Books through a new illustrator, the publisher has also created an Anglicised edition no more 'mommies'! This new edition has beautifully vibrant, yet softly fuzzy illustrations which make each spread somehow Follow Heather as she goes about the tricky business of starting school and the less tricky business of nap time, circle time and everyone-draw-a-picture-of-their-family time. Everything about this book is simply delightful.
Includes a 'secondary' representation of gay dads and there are also some subtle, lovely little gender touches along the way too Heather's firefighter costume, Mama Jane's carpentry, the gender-neutral play at school etc. A rare treat- a stunning and completely true-to-life celebration of a home birth. Alfie Tate is hamster monitor, a responsibility he takes very seriously as he sets out to find the four new teeny hamsters homes to go to. Alfie says that he was adopted when he was three so he knows all about what it is like to start over in a new home.
A funny and touching narrative in which we see Alfie share his life story book with the class and in which we meet his wider adoptive family- a family which grows further as, much to Alfie's delight, Mum decided to adopt the saddest and loneliest hamster of them all Another spot-on, sensitive, gently humorous book for children from the Copper Tree series. A great story about adoption without it being an 'issues' book. Every setting should have this book' Rosalind, Workforce Dev. Nurturing and loving class.
The adoption story delicately but realistically explained. We first glimpsed this as a U. We didn't have to wait too long.
A wordless picture book shows a child and his family migrating to a new, unspecified country. Stunning artwork takes us all on a journey from a confusing unfamiliar landscape to somewhere which is starting to feel a lot like home. Perfect visual literacy for children' whose first language isn't English- and for reluctant readers. Written by a Korean immigrant to the USA. Age , Paperback 39pp. Home and Dry Ref: But every summer, when the water dries up, the ferry people have to stop their visits and the Paddlings have to go elsewhere for a good paddle!
An unusual story book with lots of scope to explore island living, weather patterns and their impact on the environment. A curiously life-affirming tale with some extra nice touches in the illustrationsL: A very quirky family. Somehow a real feeling of warmth and affection' Jayne, Primary Inclusion Manager, Letterbox reviewer. Beautiful illustrations, interesting story and no gender stereotypes- hooray!
Home In The Rain Ref: The windscreen wipers go Shoo-shoo-shoo! On the hillside above, a baby rabbit dives for cover. In the canal below, water runs off the ducks' backs. Classic Bob Graham- where small moments are connected to moments elsewhere and then build up to a final small moment which means something momentous to the players in the story. Here, under relentless pouring-down skies, Francie and her mum name the baby to be. Set in Sussex, specifically in the A Road traffic jams!
Hope is an Open Heart Ref: Age , American Import Paperback 32pp. Must they really join the boys-only and girls-only clubs? A fun and spirited tribute to friendship and inclusion. Age , American Import Paperback 29pp. How to Find Gold Ref: A few page spreads of wordless underwater magic later, a great, tumbling, treasure trove of gold is discovered. The adventurers carefully mark the spot on a new, very good, map and then leave the gold well alone. Zany, fantastically strange and with a fresh, direct, dialogue which perfectly captures exactly how children would speak to their imaginary crocodiles.
But a word of caution from our youngest, 8-year-old reviewer, Vuso, who complained: How to Heal a Broken Wing Ref: Shortlists Nobody saw the pigeon fall to the ground. Except a kind and gentle little boy. Sparse text and fantastically eloquent illustrations. Hudson Hates School Ref: And he really, really hates spelling tests Endorsed by the British Dyslexia Association; dyslexia-friendly typeface.
He had a thought and he heard it. From award-winning picture book makers Alexis Deacon and Viviane Schwarz comes an enlightening new story about courage and making a difference. For budding philosophers of all ages, this is the uplifting story of Henry Finch the loveable little bird who strives for greatness.
I'm juts an ordinary person. But I'm also proof that there's no such thing as an ordinary person". This cartoon format is perfect for introducing the Rosa Parks story to a very young audience. A lovely informal colloquial style from Rosa Park's point of view shows her early life, her budding as a young activist and then, finally, her political courage as she refuses to move from a 'white seat' in a public bus. Age , American Import Hardback 38pp. Ice in the Jungle Ref: The journey is long, the new country is far too hot, the new school is full of creatures who don't look like her and don't understand her- and they prefer bananas to fish!
Could a 'North Pole Party' be just the welcome that Ice needs? A very clever, deceptively simple, picture book which introduces themes of transition and migration while ever so gently subverting a few assumptions about new arrivals! Age Paperback 27pp. An adventure-fuelled girl and boy conjure up fantastic worlds, picturing themselves as dragons, astronauts and more A magical rhyming celebration of make-believe, soaring imaginations and- being yourself.
If All the World Were A gentle exploration of bereavement through lilting, poetic text and joyful, sweeping brushstrokes of oranges, pinks, reds and yellows. A child takes her granddad's giant hand and journeys through the seasons with him exploring the first signs of spring, discovering the astrological properties of a racing track! When her beloved grandpa dies, she collects scattered memories from his room and then starts to write them down in the notebook he left for her, made of spring-petal paper and Indian string.
A very moving story- the sadness made somehow bearable by the exquisite relationship between child and grandparents and the narrative faith in memories which gradually heal like balm. Age Hardback 28pp. Lyrical text and gorgeous photographs rejoice in the world's people, climates, colours and seasons. A true celebration of the beauty of our world. A simply stunning story about hope, giving and wonder seen through the eyes of a little Inuit girl.
The early career of a pioneering sculptor and a major figure of the Harlem Renaissance. A compelling portrait of a young woman's determination to carve out her own special place in art history. Insults Aren't Funny by Amanda F. Doering illustrated by Simone Shin. Francis calls Charlie mean names on the football pitch- which make him feel sick and very sad until, finally, it makes him want to give up football altogether. But a chat with his friend and then his football coach means the bullying is tackled early on. A useful, positive book about verbal bullying. The story is accompanied by little factual notes running along the bottom of the pages; there is also a teacher note and a glossary.
Is It A Mermaid? Two children on the beach spot a Dugong -or, rather, a Sea Cow- popping its large grey snout out of the sea. But this Dugong insists she is a she, not an it. And, she declares, with both flippers on her hips, she is a gorgeous mermaid, not a Dugong. Bel is happy to go along with the Dugong's self-identity as she trills and bounces in a mermaid-ish way.
But Benji is very unsure about it all, protesting, "You are a Dugong!!! Fresh, charming, playful and utterly delightful. Luminescent blues and greens show the sweeps of the ocean interrupted by bright flashes of iridescent sea life down below. As day turns to night, the pages become soaked in rusty orange and then inky purples. The text skips along lightly, perfectly capturing children's clear and animated dialogue. And the humour is completely infectious.
Who knew that a YA author could jump so effortlessly into such a young age range- more, please, Candy! Nice little backnote on the endangered Dugong. Yes, Dugongs are real]. Age , Hardback 24pp. What a powerful book! So much you can take from this- in such a simple format. A stark picture book which tackles huge themes- refugees, xenophobia, racism and human rights.
Age 7 to adult, Hardback 30pp. It Must Have Been You! With each new act of mischief, a family member- sister, mum, grandpa- comes in to point the finger, whilst she puts on her most innocent, puppy-eyed face. How very true to life! Attractive contemporary illustrations with mixed up fonts and a typeface which falls, tumbles, whirls and spins across the pages, extending the story's playfulness.
Finished off with some fantastic end pages full of child art by two 6-year-olds! Depicts a busy, joyful and loving Muslim family. Bad weather means indoor play with home made props, dollops of spontaneity and plenty of imagination. Rhyming text and a wonderful 'casual' portrayal of a girl with asthma. Chang-ming is selected for the football team.
But Mum and Dad say they're all off to visit Grandma in China! Age , Irish Import Hardback 29pp. Might talking to Mum shrink the Worry back down? A simple but effective tale about articulating your fears. Jake at Gymnastics Ref: A very spirited group of cherubic-looking children demonstrate toddler-friendly exercises with 2 instructors on hand to ensure all safety requirements are met!
Isadora is a much loved Caldecott Honor winner in the US; we only wish she was better known here. Her always diverse illustrations are simply stunning. Age , American Import Hardback 29pp. And while they have their own personal fairy godmother to see to their every whim, Jamie is all alone When the local princess invites everyone to the Royal Ball, the brothers are quite clear that Jamie has no business going.
But Jamie knows how to convert a pumpkin When she completes her disguise with a short, trendy haircut, Jamie looks in a mirror and suddenly feels Jamie has become Jamie and he's finally at one with himself. Off to the ball! A very, very clever, smart and thoughtful book with a positive transgender protagonist which is pitched perfectly to young readers.
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I like the way the gradual revealing of Jamie's identity is embedded in the main narrative, the subtle shift form 'she' to 'he'. All Letterbox Library reviewers. The Jar of Happiness Ref: But then one day her jar is no longer there Gentle illustrations and a story of kindness and a girl as a budding scientific inventor of happiness!
Jellybean longs to learn about the world and make friends. But is she ready to leave Mum behind and start school? Soon Jellybean's imagination is bringing her new classroom to life in a wild and wonderful ways An inspiring story for all children about to start school or nursery. A rich, yet entirely wordless, narrative; a song to imaginative play, outdoor adventures, intrepid girls, friendships and extraordinary journeys. The possibilities for use in literacy are endless. Age , Paperback 34pp.
But, with the arrival of super-cool Rolinda, Alexandra is dazzled. Look up dinosaur in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. How very true to life! Several deinonychosaur and oviraptorosaur specimens have also been found preserved on top of their nests, likely brooding in a bird-like manner. Dinosaurs are endlessly fascinating.
A war which stretches like a grasping hand across the land. A parent and her two children separated from their father. A journey to a strange place with strange cities and creatures and landscapes. A long and painful journey. Angry guards to evade. A journey that doesn't ever end- even with this book. Evocative, devastatingly simple, text- "The further we go Based on the author's interviews with refugees and migrants from many different countries, woven here into one multifaceted, unique, hopeful quest for freedom and safety.
Age , Hardback 41pp. The Journey Home Ref: A mournful looking polar bear looks out onto his seascape and wonders where all of his ice has gone. He decides to embark on an ice hunt, setting off in a tiny boat. En route, he picks up other animals whose natural habitats are under threat: A wonderfully illustrated story about the destruction to our environment, forced migrations and hope for a much kinder future.