Children’s picture books
Akashic Books African
Book SynopsisA beautiful picture book featuring the lyrics of Peter Tosh's classic, celebrating children of African descent.
£14.24
Nomad Press Computer Decoder: Dorothy Vaughan, Computer
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£9.95
Nomad Press Space Adventurer: Bonnie Dunbar, Astronaut
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£16.10
Nomad Press Space Adventurer: Bonnie Dunbar, Astronaut
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£9.95
Nomad Press Fossil Huntress: Mary Leakey, Paleontologist
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£16.10
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Take Me Out to the Ball Game
Book SynopsisGet out the peanuts and Cracker Jacks and get ready for fun with America''s national sport. The unofficial anthem of baseball has never looked better than it does in this joyful board book.A sweet, boardbook introduction to the baseball diamond. Colorful, collage-like illustrations are a kid''s ticket into "Sluggers Stadium," where two animal teams step up to the plate and vie for victory--all cheered on by Katie Casey, the baseball-loving cat. And what a game it is! Giraffe winds up at the pitcher''s mound, hoping for a strikeout. But, with a thwack, ball meets bat, and Crocodile is off and running. Can Tiger tag him out at first? He''d better, because Elephant''s up next and that will cause a commotion.
£8.80
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. La casa de algún día
Book SynopsisEsta nueva edición en español cuenta la historia de un niño que organiza a los vecinos de su comunidad para trabajar de voluntarios para reparar la casa de una amiga suya que es anciana.Wilson sueña con todas las reparaciones que hay que hacerle a la casa de su amiga Gigi para que la anciana viva más cómodamente. Wilson les presenta su idea a varios miembros de su comunidad, entre ellos el bibliotecario, el heladero y el maestro. Finalmente, la casa de Gigi es seleccionada para participar en un proyecto de renovación de la comunidad, y todo el vecindario se junta para llevar a cabo un generoso acto de servicio comunitario. A new Spanish edition: a boy organizes neighbors in his community to volunteer to fix up his elderly friend''s home.Wilson dreams about all the repairs he would like to make to his neighbor Gigi''s house so that his elderly friend will be more comfortable. After Wilson discusses his plans with several members of his community (including a librarian, mail carrier, and teacher), Gigi''s house is selected for a community renovation project, and the whole neighborhood comes together in a selfless act of community service.
£7.99
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. The Lobster Lady
Book SynopsisThis intriguing picture-book biography tells the true story of Virginia Oliver—the Lobster Lady—who at 102 years old is the oldest person lobstering in Maine.Still hauling lobsters at over 100 years old, Virginia Oliver is admired in the state of Maine and beyond. She has been lobstering on and off for over 93 years and is fondly known as the Lobster Lady among locals. Virginia is a native of Rockland, Maine. The Lobster Lady chronicles a day in Virginia''s life while illuminating all that she remembers from growing up and starting a family on the mainland in Maine and on her family’s island, called the Neck. Readers get a sense of Virginia’s life and an idea of all that goes into lobster harvesting.Lyrically told and beautifully illustrated, The Lobster Lady is a tribute to the incredible life of a Maine icon and female pioneer.
£15.29
Roaring Brook Press Off the Wall
Book SynopsisGraffiti. Shapes moving in every direction, letters weaving in and out, bright colors jumping off of the wall. It was like a language from another planet that only I could understand. In this bright, colourful, and movement-filled picture book, a young girl moves with her family from the big city to a small town. She feels odd and out of place until a stroll down the street hits her with echoes from home: vibrant graffiti splashed against the wall. But when it's painted over that sense of belonging is lost, until an afternoon's adventure shows her that street art can be found everywhere - as well as a sense of home.
£15.19
Roaring Brook Press Tony
Book SynopsisTony was all white, large, sturdy, with wide gentle eyes and a ton of love, it was early in the morning around three a.m., but I was up, and would go out and pat Tony with my gentle arms, and his head would bow down. A touching tale of a boy and a horse, by the late poet Ed Galing and illustrated with remarkable tenderness by Caldecott winning artist Erin Stead.
£12.34
Roaring Brook Press Leave Me Alone
Book SynopsisA grandmother leaves her tiny home and her very big family and journeys to the moon and beyond to find peace and quiet to finish her knitting. Along the way, she encounters ravenous bears, obnoxious goats, and even hordes of aliens! But nothing stops grandma from accomplishing her goal - knitting sweaters for her many grandchildren to keep them warm and toasty for the coming winter. This slyly clever and unexpectedly funny modern folktale is perfect for fans of Extra Yarn and is certain to warm even the coldest of hearts.
£12.99
Henry Holt & Company Inc At the Supermarket
Book SynopsisOn a special trip to the supermarket, a young boy helps his mom buy what they need. There are meats, fruits, and vegetables to put in the shopping cart; soap and toilet paper, too. But the most important ingredients are those needed to bake a birthday cake. Children love to help out at the grocery store. In her signature style, Anne Rockwell conveys the adventure of a trip to the supermarket from a young child's point-of-view.
£9.99
Henry Holt & Company Inc Train Man
Book SynopsisIn this action-charged preschool story, there are bridges to cross, tunnels to travel through, and mountains to climb so kids can hop on board before the whistle blows. Told in simple words from a little boy's point of view, this spot-on board book celebrates a child's world of adventure and love of trains. A Christy Ottaviano Book
£11.37
Astra Publishing House Infinity: Figuring Out Forever
What is infinity? Explore this fascinating and complex math concept and its purpose in our world in this picture book that both demystifies and explains. Perfect for kids who grew up on Baby University books like Quantum Physics for Babies. Defining infinity is difficult. But there is one thing people do every day that leads to infinity—counting. No matter what large number you name, there is always a larger number. By reading this book, kids can begin to think about this and other powerful ideas involving infinity, including how infinity relates to rocket science. Featuring clear text and beautiful photographs, this is an excellent choice for kids who want to delve deeper into math and science and for those ready to look at the world in a new way.
£14.39
North Star Editions When Youre a Boy
Book SynopsisA father-son hiking trip through forests, over rivers, and up mountains turns into a moving exploration of what it means to be a boy.
£18.89
Sasquatch Books Ocean Motions
Book SynopsisAdorable ocean creatures sway, jiggle and play, glide, flip, and dive in this beautiful board book featuring lyrics from Caspar Babypants and collage art from artist Kate Endle. Toddlers will love this colorful board book about ocean creatures, featuring beautiful and playful collage art by indie artist Kate Endle and the clever word play of Seattle songwriter Caspar Babypants.Trade Review"An early reader that highlights the playful activities of sea creatures, this book is ripe for play along with motions." --Red Tricycle""Walruses waving warmly / Sea Otters opening oysters"--it is a lovely lesson in first consonants paired with Endle's high-contrast, gem-toned collages of ocean-dwelling creatures" --ParentMap
£8.99
Sasquatch Books Sea Star Wishes
Book SynopsisSelected as a Children's Poet Laureate Monthly Book Pick, Sea Star Wishes captures the varied and colorful world of our beautiful coastal shores. Discover the wonders of the sea and enjoy a day at the beach in playful and imaginative poetry and illustrations.In these coastal poems for kids, children meet sea lions, starfish, jellyfish, and other animals in the ocean, and dream about sandcastles and other beach activities. This fun, lyrical children's poetry collection by award-winning children's singer and songwriter Eric Ode features lively illustrations by Washington State Book Award recipient Erik Brooks. Sea Star WishesDo sea stars make wisheson stars of the nightand dream that they mightbe as shiny and bright?And if they make wishesperhaps it could bethat fishes make wisheson stars of the sea.Trade ReviewWith creatures as diverse as seagulls and moon snails, and explorations of everything from lighthouses to footprints in the sand, this lovingly-crafted collection of poems is an excellent companion for your next ocean-side visit.Children's Poet Laureate Kenn Nesbitt Easy to read, these poems mostly rhyme, and they vary in format and length. Colorful full-bleed illustrations attract the eye, give context, and complement the spirit of the selections. All in all, an engaging nautical collection.School Library JournalOde—a poet, writer, and children's performer—shares the wonders of the seashore, both natural and manmade, in a collection of 20 poems....readers, whether coastal or landlocked, should enjoy this lighthearted take on eels, geoducks, tide pool denizens, and more.Publishers WeeklyBring out this book the next time you’re yearning for the shore, and you’ll have your little ones dreaming of waves and sandcastles in no time.Red TricycleA day at a Northwest beach is brought to life through these poems. Topics are wide ranging. Including sea life such as barnacles, geoducks, crabs, octopus and sea lions. Also covered are beach activities such as kite flying, fishing and sand castle building and beach icons like ferries and lighthouses. This is a must have for schools that are near the shores of the ocean or the Puget Sound.Puget Sound Council for the Review of Children's BooksThis whimsical children's poetry book by Seattle-area author and singer-songwriter Ode explores the creatures that bring Northwest coastal shores and tide pools to life. With topics from sand castles to sea cucumbers, the poems, augmented by playful illustrations, highlight the wonders of the seashore, educating and entertaining young children in the process.Alaska Airlines MagazineNicely balanced and perfectly executed, Sea Star Wishes is a delight to read.AK on the GOWhether he muses about the stories told by tracks left in the beach sand or asks what type of royalty lives in a sandcastle or who could possible love an ugly eel, poet Eric Ode not only makes his reader laugh but he also poses some thoughtful questions about life at the seashore.BookLoonsFrom seagulls and sandcastles to ferries and fishermen, this whimsical collection celebrates a wide range of seaside sights and sounds. Spending time with these fun coastal poems is nothing short of a day at the beach!All About Learning PressSea Star Wishes: Poems from the Coast has the most delightful poems. They are short and sweet about little things in the ocean like limpets and sea cucumbers and ginormous things like ferries and waves. The pictures are gorgeous and the poems are whimsical...Emerald City KidsThis lovely collection of poems is accompanied by beautiful illustrations of the sealife and surrounding being described in the poems. This book is a fun way to introduce kids to both poetry and some of the creatures of the coast!Growing My Kids Reviews
£9.49
Astra Publishing House It's a Round, Round World!
Book SynopsisWe all know the earth is round. But HOW do we know? Join intrepid young scientist-adventurer Joulia Copernicus in this engaging picture book as she takes readers on a STEM historical journey through time and space. What would happen if you tried to walk tothe edge of the earth? Would you find it? Joulia Copernicus explores these questions and more in this fun and informative book for young readers, the first in the Joulia Copernicus series. From jumping on board Christopher Columbus’s ship, to planet-hopping in the outer reaches of our solar system, Joulia explains he ins and outs of how we learned that the earth is round with humor and wit. Ellie Peterson's clear, concise language and bold, kid-friendly make this book ideal for kids interested in science, history, and the world around us.Trade ReviewA Junior Library Guild Selection★ "An amusing, thought-provoking presentation in which observations and reason lead to a sound conclusion."—Booklist, starred review"This lighthearted addition to the STEM shelf encourages children to question, hypothesize, experiment, and observe."—Kirkus Reviews
£16.19
Astra Publishing House Blue Cat
Book SynopsisA curious and playful young cat goes about its very cat-like day―purring, peeking, swatting, sneaking―when a sound in the distance sparks an exciting exploration. Get ready for a surprise, Blue Cat! Using simple, brightly colored illustrations full of patterns and texture, Charlie Eve Ryan captures the spirit of youthful feline play, mischief, and love.
£15.29
Astra Publishing House Voices from the March on Washington
Book SynopsisThe powerful poems in this poignant collection weave together multiple voices to tell the story of the March on Washington, DC, in 1963. From the woman singing through a terrifying bus ride to DC, to the teenager who came partly because his father told him, "Don't you dare go to that march," to the young child riding above the crowd on her father's shoulders, each voice brings a unique perspective to this tale. As the characters tell their personal stories of this historic day, their chorus plunges readers into the experience of being at the march—walking shoulder-to-shoulder with strangers, hearing Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous speech, heading home inspired.Trade Review* "Lewis and Lyon join forces for a fictionalized account of one of the pivotal moments in US civil rights history. . . Through over 70 largely first-person poems, the poets rekindle the spirit of the fight for racial equality in the United States with imagined voices of young and old, black and white, educated and underprivileged, supporters and detractors and drive home the volume's theme of taking personal responsibility in helping this country 'steer toward justice together.' . . . A powerful yet accessible guide to 'one day in 1963 [that] [b]elongs to every age.'" -Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. called it 'the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation.' . . . Now poets J. Patrick Lewis and George Ella Lyon have written their own chapter in this collection of original poems that examine and celebrate the occasion and its aftermath in a variety of voices both real and imagined . . . From an perspective, however, the march was history in the making and this collection is a fitting memorial to it." -Booklist, starred review"In this collection of 70 short poems, Lewis and Lyon introduce the 1963 March on Washington through the perspectives of those who took part. . . This well-crafted introduction to the Civil Rights era deserves a wide audience, as these poems, with their plain-spoken, honest emotions, offer insight into the past, and inspiration to continue the struggle." -School Library Journal
£9.49
Astra Publishing House Fire Chief Fran
Book SynopsisFire Chief Fran A Kirkus Reviews Best Book Four starred reviews! ★ Booklist ★ Kirkus ★ Publishers Weekly ★ School Library Journal Perfect for fans of firefighters and fire trucks, this energetic rhyming picture book shows how a fire chief and her crew keep their community safe. . . . lights begin flashing, and—clang!—the bells blast. They leap into action— they need to move fast! If a puppy is in danger or a café is on fire, Fire Chief Fran is ready to help! Featuring a strong female role model, a huge fire truck, and an action-packed story, this read-aloud is a dynamic introduction to a day in the life of a firefighter. Follow along as Fire Chief Fran and her team respond not only to fires, but also to injuries, blocked roads, and more. With an irresistible rhyming text, acclaimed author Linda Ashman celebrates the many ways that firefighters help their communities. The book concludes with an author’s note that is packed with further fascinating information about firefighters, their equipment, their fire trucks, their training, and more.Trade ReviewBank Street Best Book of the Year★ "Ashman’s text is serviceably crisp... [The] repetition, much like the clanging of the alarm bell, does a great job alerting readers to an emergency. Carpenter’s illustrations are digitally enhanced acrylic paintings, using a predominantly primary color palette: red fire truck, yellow turnout gear, navy blue shirts. A must-have for all community helper collections." —School Library Journal, starred review★ "An action-packed day in the life of a fire chief....The story, told in an engaging and varied rhyme scheme and accompanied by bright, engaging acrylic and digital illustrations, doesn’t shy away from the amount of work that firefighters need to do, including the physical and practical training that keep the firefighters performing at peak capacity.... This book is on fire!" —Kirkus Reviews, starred review★ "Fire Chief Fran leads a crew of firefighters, and a trusty firehouse dog, through a busy shift of wide-ranging calls, linked by Ashman’s rousing, rhyming refrain: 'Lights begin flashing, and—CLANG!—the bells blast./ They leap into action—/ they need to move FAST!'...Carpenter’s striking, digitally finished acrylic art combines a primary-colors palette with tissue-paper texturing...Together with its detailed, q&a-style afterword, it’s a first-rate portrayal of first responders." —Publishers Weekly, starred review★ "It's rare to see a Black woman as a fire chief in picture books, but Fran leads her diverse team of firefighters through their actions and activities, all depicted in vibrant, mixed-media illustrations, which excitingly convey the scope of services they provide their community. The lively, rhyming text is ideal for reading aloud, and the back matter, presented in a question-and-answer format, offers further information about what being a firefighter and fire chief entails...A noteworthy, enjoyable addition to firefighter themed books and an informative, engaging, and uncommonly inspiring introduction to the subject." —Booklist, starred review
£15.19
Astra Publishing House Words with Wings
Book SynopsisIn this Coretta Scott King Author Honor Book, Children's Literature Legacy Award-winner Nikki Grimes explores though her celebrated poetry how a supportive teacher can be the key to unlocking a dreamer's imaginative power through creative writing.Gabby's world is filled with daydreams. However, what began as an escape from her parents' arguments has now taken over her life. But with the help of a new teacher, 'Gabby the dreamer' might just become 'Gabby the writer' and the words that once carried her away might allow her to soar. Written in vivid, accessible poems, this remarkable verse novel is a celebration of imagination, of friendship, of one girl's indomitable spirit, and of a teacher's ability to reach out and change a life.Coretta Scott King Author Honor bookNCTE Notable Children's Books in the English Language ArtsKirkus Reviews Best BookTrade Review★ ". . . Grimes has written a novel in verse that is an enthusiastic celebration of the power of words and imagination. . . Always accessible, Grimes' language is vivid, rhythmic, and figurative. . . Grimes' words speak to the daydreamer in every reader." — Booklist, starred review★ "In this delightfully spare narrative in verse, Coretta Scott King Award-winning Grimes examines a marriage's end from the perspective of a child. . . Throughout this finely wrought narrative, Grimes' free verse is tight, with perfect breaks of line and effortless shifts from reality to dream states and back. An inspirational exploration of caring among parent, teacher and child--one of Grimes' best." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review " . . . Grimes packs substantial emotional heft into her poems, especially the way that Gabby's parents' separation weighs on her. . . her poems lovingly convey the rich inner life (and turmoil) of a girl in the process of finding her voice." —Publishers Weekly
£9.49
Astra Publishing House Elephants!
Book SynopsisLearn all about the elephant in this nonfiction picture book that explores every aspect of these giant mammals.This latest title in the Strange and Wonderful series allows young readers to journey into the lives of elephants in various habitats throughout the world. Kids will learn how elephants use their trunk, how they communicate, what they eat, and about their family groupings. The book also shows how we can ensure that elephants continue to live and thrive. Combining careful research and beautiful illustrations, this book is perfect for those who have an interest in animals and conservation.Trade Review★ "This nonfiction picture book is packed with facts and information about elephants, including their physical attributes and their importance in global human society... Watercolor and pencil illustrations depict elephants in a variety of settings as they live, work, and play together throughout their lives... This is an important and detailed inclusion for any library collection emphasizing conservation and the study of elephants." —School Library Journal, starred review"In this rich addition to the Strange and Wonderful series, readers will learn amazing facts about elephants’ bodies, communication, life cycle, diet, and social groups, as well as about different elephant species, environmental challenges they face, and their importance in various human cultures. The text does not shy away from sophisticated and specialized vocabulary...(and) soft, rich illustrations will likely draw readers in and can help them build a closer connection with the elephants shown. An excellent resource for reports, or for curious readers ready to delve into information about these gigantic and extraordinary animals." —Booklist
£15.29
Astra Publishing House Seeking Freedom: The Untold Story of Fortress
Book SynopsisIn this dramatic Civil War story, a courageous enslaved fugitive teams with a cunning Union general to save a Union fort from the Confederates–and triggers the end of slavery in the United States. This is the first children''s nonfiction book about a Black unsung hero who remains relevant today and to the Black Lives Matter movement. On the night Virginia secedes from the Union, three enslaved men approach Fortress Monroe. Knowing that Virginia''s secession meant they would be separated from their families and sent farther south to work for the Confederacy, the men decided to plead for sanctuary. And they were in luck. The fort''s commander, Benjamin Butler, retained them--and many more that followed--by calling them contraband of war. Butler depended on the contrabands to provide information about the Confederates. He found the perfect partner in George Scott, one of the contrabands, whose heroism saved the fort from enemy hands. And, it was the plight of the contrabands that convinced President Lincoln that slavery MUST be abolished and inspired him to write his Emancipation Proclamation, ending slavery in the rebellious states.
£17.09
Astra Publishing House Grandma's Farm
Book SynopsisIn this charming and nostalgia-filled companion to the best-selling picture book Grandpa’s Tractor, a grandmother shares her fond memories of farm life. Grandma Ginny and Timmy take a trip to visit the site of the family farm, where the old house and some rickety buildings still stand. Timmy had visited with Grandpa before and learned all about his tractor, but Grandma has her own stories to tell of planting the fields, harvesting the crops, and feeding the animals. Guided by Grandma’s farm diary and her fond memories, Timmy and Grandma tour the land and talk about what life was like back then. This heart-warming intergenerational story is perfect for grandparents to share with their grandchildren, and for those looking for a story to share about simpler times.Trade Review"[R]eading the book feels like peering over Grandma’s shoulder as she shares her scrapbook and stories with Timmy. The story is alive with farm life details that young readers will appreciate... A warm tale of passing the love of the family farm from one generation to the next." —Kirkus Reviews
£15.19
Astra Publishing House Here Comes Truck Driver Hippo
Book SynopsisNew York Times best-selling author Jonathan London explores how even the smallest Hippo can be a big help when he teams up with his friends. Little Hippo loves to play pretend, and today he’s going to be a truck driver! He zooms his dump truck through the savannah to deliver a surprise to the lion cubs. But when Little Hippo encounters roadblocks throughout his journey, he’s grateful he has such good friends to help him along his way. This heartwarming story shows the importance of helping others and being brave.Trade Review"Accompanied by his monkey sidekick, Little Hippo is on a mission to take sand to the little cubs...The terrain the duo traverse is filled with fantastical vegetation with a Seussian vibe, the charming illustrations rendered in bright, saturated colors. Young readers will easily follow this uncomplicated adventure and delight at finding out how it wraps up. Simple and sweet." —Kirkus Reviews"Brightly colored illustrations perfectly match the exuberant energy of Little Hippo, and young readers will enjoy his persistence in ensuring that the cubs have a fun place to play. A good choice for libraries seeking out books for their very youngest patrons. Little Hippo’s game of pretend is spot-on and deeply engaging." —School Library Journal
£11.39
Astra Publishing House Arithmechicks Find Their Place: A Math Story
Book SynopsisJoin the Arithmechicks on a mathematical adventure in the big city! Help them solve a mystery in this playful picture book that demonstrates the concept of ordinal numbers in a clever story featuring ten math-loving chicks. Publishers Weekly described the Arithmechicks as an "enjoyable resource for young ones stepping up their counting game." The Arithmechicks and Mouse are excited to be traveling to the city-even more so when they learn that Mama has planned a secret scavenger hunt, culminating in a mysterious 10th stop! But when one chick wants to be the best, he starts disrupting the plans. How can these frustrated chicks (and Mouse) show their sibling that it's better to work together? This adventure with the Arithmechicks is made up of math, a mystery, and, most of all, humor and heart. Ann Marie Stephens draws upon thirty years of teaching experience to ensure that readers absorb math while having fun. The book also includes a helpful glossary that defines the modern arithmetic strategies the chicks use throughout the story. Join the Arithmechicks on all of their math adventures! Readers will explore addition in Arithmechicks Add Up, subtraction in Arithmechicks Take Away, fact families in Arithmechicks Take a Calculation Vacation, greater than/less than/equal to in Arithmechicks Explore More, fractions in Arithmechicks Play Fair, and ordinal numbers in Arithmechicks Find Their Place.
£11.39
Astra Publishing House Arithmechicks Explore More: A Math Story
Book SynopsisThe Arithmechicks prove that love is greater than disappointment in this heartwarming story about a hike, a lost stuffed animal, and the math concepts of greater than, less than, and equal to. Publishers Weekly described the Arithmechicks as an "enjoyable resource for young ones stepping up their counting game." Join the Arithmechicks and Mouse as they head off to the wilderness! These chicks can't wait to hike up the ridge, find delicious berries, and, best of all, spend time with their duckling cousins! But the day is off to a bad start when one duckling accidentally leaves a beloved stuffed animal on the bus. How can these chicks (and Mouse) cheer up their cousin? Discover how an adventure with the Arithmechicks brings both humor and heart to the math they stumble across during their journey. Ann Marie Stephens draws upon thirty years of teaching experience to ensure that readers absorb math while having fun. The book also includes a helpful glossary that defines the modern arithmetic strategies the chicks use throughout the story. Join the Arithmechicks on all of their math adventures! Readers will explore addition in Arithmechicks Add Up, subtraction in Arithmechicks Take Away, fact families in Arithmechicks Take a Calculation Vacation, fractions in Arithmechicks Play Fair, greater than/less than/equal to in Arithmechicks Explore More, and ordinal numbers in Arithmechicks Find Their Place.
£11.39
Astra Publishing House Cloaked in Courage: Uncovering Deborah Sampson,
Book SynopsisThe remarkable story of Deborah Sampson, a woman who fought in the American Revolution disguised as a man?and who ends up finding her true identity and purpose in life.Deborah Sampson didn?t like being told what to do, especially by the King of England. Fiercely independent, 18-year-old Deborah enlists as Robert Shurtliff in George Washington?s Continental Army to fight for her country?s independence. But being a soldier is hard, dangerous work. Can she fight for her country and keep her identity a secret? Can she also discover who she really is and find her true purpose? This unbelievable story from American history about a woman with a rebel spirit will inspire and enlighten young readers.?Cloaked in Courage is inspiring storytellingcentering the life and actions of a brave womanand soldier, Deborah Sampson. Anderson?scontribution brings to light a lesser-known heroin history and emphasizes the importance ofhistorical investigation and research.??Lori Ann Terjesen, director of education, National Women?s History Museum
£17.09
Astra Publishing House Arithmechicks Add Up: A Math Story
Book SynopsisThis exuberant picture book demonstrates key math concepts to children as ten math-loving chicks make a new friend.As the Arithmechicks slide down the slide, swing on the swings, and play hide-and-seek, they don't realize that a lonely mouse is copying them, longing to join in. However, when their basketball becomes stuck, the chicks discover that a two-inch-tall new friend is exactly what they need. In this heartwarming story, there are many ways to add up ten cheerful chicks--but a new friend is what makes them cheer. The book includes a helpful glossary that defines the eight arithmetic strategies the chicks use throughout the story, providing a playful introduction to essential math for young children and their caregivers.Trade Review“Practical application mixes with play, adding up to enjoyable learning.” – Kirkus Reviews "Ten young chicks make their way to the park for a day of fun, incorporating math into every playground activity... Stephens deftly interprets the usefulness of being able to quickly count and add, and Liu’s texturized digital illustrations convey all the fun of the playground alongside simple mathematical concepts. An enjoyable resource for young ones stepping up their counting game." -- Publishers Weekly"(A) fun math story that can be used at various levels." -- School Library Journal
£11.69
Astra Publishing House Think Positive, Pippa!
Book SynopsisDiscover Math Matters! With over 15 million books sold worldwide, this award-winning series of easy-to-read books will help young readers ages 5-8 approach math with enthusiasm. Great for fans of MathStart or Step into Reading Math. A day at a Renaissance fair? Pippa isn’t so sure. First she gets stuck with the jester costume, then the fair runs out of turkey legs. But after she becomes a game piece in a living board game, positive and negative take on all new meanings. Steps forward could take her to Unicorn Falls. Steps backward to Stinky Swamp. Think positive, Pippa! With engaging stories that connect math to kids’ everyday lives, each book in the Teachers’ Choice Award-winning Math Matters series focuses on a single concept and reinforces math vocabulary and skills. Bonus activities in the back of each book feature math and reading comprehension questions, and even more free activities online add to the fun! (Math topic: Positive and negative numbers).
£7.05
Astra Publishing House Birmingham Sunday
Book SynopsisJane Addams Children''s Honor BookNCTE Orbis Pictus Honor BookKirkus Reviews Best Children''s Book of the YearThis nonfiction picture book focuses on Birmingham Sunday, a fateful day and significant part of the Civil Rights movement, and places it in historical context.Racial bombings were so frequent in Birmingham, Alabama that it became known as "Bombingham." Until September 15, 1963, these attacks had been threatening but not deadly. On that Sunday morning, however, a blast in the 16th Street Baptist Church ripped through the exterior wall and claimed the lives of four girls. The church was the ideal target for segregationists, as it was the rallying place for Birmingham''s African American community, Martin Luther King, Jr., using it as his "headquarters" when he was in town to further the cause of desegregation and equal rights. Rather than triggering paralyzing fear, the bombing was the definitive act that guaranteed passage of the landmark 1964 civil rights legislation.
£10.44
Astra Publishing House Dazzlin' Dolly: The Songwriting, Hit-Singing,
Book SynopsisThis inspirational and dazzlin’ story of Dolly Parton—noted singer, songwriter, and humanitarian—follows her rise to fame, from her beginnings in East Tennessee to performing to thousands at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Dolly is a little girl with a BIG voice. Music fills Dolly’s heart so plumb full she has to let it out! She’ll even sing to her cornhusk dolls or a pen full of pigs. She makes her own drum from a pot and her own guitar from a broken mandolin. But what Dolly dreams of is performing for a real audience—people who would hear her sing, and applaud! And when she gets her big break at age ten, the soul-singin’ and big-dreamin’ Dolly discovers she’s scared to sing on stage in front of all those people. Will she summon up all of her courage and make it to the stage of the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville? Young readers will learn about Dolly’s early history, her endless creativity, and her plucky perseverance in this entertaining picture book that’s perfect for fans of all ages.Trade ReviewTexas Library Association Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading ListEureka! Nonfiction Silver Honor Award (California Reading Association)“In this upbeat new picture book, bestselling author Suzanne Slade tells young readers the inspiring story of how Dolly Parton's creativity and determination helped her become one of America's most beloved musicians, songwriters, and humanitarians. Highly recommended for ages 5 to 9.” —A Mighty Girl"A title brimming with love for a favorite country music star. Slade’s text includes quotes from Parton and adopts a down-home voice for the narration as she returns to Dolly’s Tennessee roots to tell her rags-to-riches coming-of-age story....Fotheringham incorporates symbols and motifs...that are important to Parton’s career or figure prominently in her lyrics, which will delight those familiar with her catalog. A new generation will understand why we will always love this iconic singer/songwriter." —Kirkus Reviews"Free verse peppered with Southern dialect and colloquialisms reads like a ballad of Dolly Parton’s perseverance on her rise to stardom in this spirited picture book biography...Slade’s alliterative, rhythmic lines dynamically resonate with the book’s subject. Focusing on Dolly, portrayed throughout wearing pops of red, Fotheringham’s digitally rendered artwork leaves backgrounds sketchy and muted for contrast, an apt visual metaphor for the biography’s 'dazzlin’ ' subject." —Publishers Weekly"The tale of Dolly Parton's rise to fame is one of rags to riches, in which a resourceful and determined young girl is able to make it big...Readers will find a lot of charm here, and the illustrations bring one back to the period, into the rural Tennessee mountains, and ultimately to the big city, where Dolly finally finds fame." —Booklist"Young readers will be inspired by this story of a girl who always knew what she wanted, and didn’t let difficult circumstances, or setbacks like stage fright, stand in her way….an entertaining look at a true national treasure that should be included in classroom and library biography collections in need of some contemporary heroes. Readers in grades 2-5 will enjoy learning about Dolly’s childhood (even if they aren’t necessarily fans of her music), and it will be valuable for biography research projects as well." —Youth Services Book Review“Slade's charming narrative reads like Dolly herself is speaking… a fun, inspiring book to share with others.“— The Nonfiction Detectives"Suzanne Slade weaves an engaging account of Dolly Parton’s music-filled childhood in the Tennessee mountains, her first appearance on the Grand Ole Opry as a thirteen-year-old, and her move to Nashville after high school. Beautifully illustrated by Edwin Fotheringham, this charming book will inspire young readers to nurture and follow their own dreams, just as Dolly did." —Lydia Hamessley, professor of music at Hamilton College and author of Unlikely Angel: The Songs of Dolly Parton
£15.29
Bushel & Peck Books Markets: A World to Discover
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£23.69
Familius LLC Made for Me
Book SynopsisOf all the children that ever could be,You are the one made just for me.From a child's first uttered "Dada" to his or her first unsteady steps, nothing can adequately convey the joy and awe of watching the birth and growth of a new child. Now releasing as a board book filled with adorable illustrations and the refrain, "You are the one made just for me," Made for Me is a winning presentation of tender moments that tie a father and his new child together—forever.Trade Review"This tremendously sweet book will fill every empty space it finds. Love and a sense of belonging flow on every rhythmic word like a cool brook satisfies on a warm summer day. Illustrations by De Lauretis bring this loving father's heart into full vivid view. It's simply delightful. The stamp on the inside cover is a very special touch. (Ages 3-5)"- Darleen Wohlfeil, Midwest Book Review"An engaging testament to the joys of new parenthood, the journey from the day baby arrives through the formative first year into toddlerhood is related in sweet rhymes with lots of love and emotion. In refreshing perspective, illustrations show the wee ginger-headed bundle interacting with a bearded, trucker-hat-and-plaid-shirt-wearing giant of a father who carefully prepares bottles, reads stories, and plays on the floor, clearly in awe of his beloved little one." - Foreword Reviews "The memorable new father in this endearing rhyming story may be brawny, but he melts at the sight of his baby boy: “Your mouth, your ears, and even your nose,/ your chubby cheeks and your wiggly toes,” he coos. In Italian artist De Lauretis’s grainy compositions, the father’s balloon-shaped bulk lies in comical contrast to the tininess of the infant (a ginger like his dad). The father bottle-feeds the boy, tickles his feet and tummy, and bathes him. As the boy gets a little older, the dad swaps out his baseball cap for a polka-dotted handkerchief: “A trip to the beach set the wheels in motion./ You built a sandcastle, took a dip in the ocean.” Bush’s easy-reading verse captures the wonder of becoming a parent and the joy to be found in the quiet moments of child care. Ages 1–3. (Mar.)" - Publishers Weekly "A giant hulk of a man describes his emotions as his child captures his heart. "On the day you were born, I beamed with pride. / My eyes filled with tears. I joyfully cried. / From the moment I saw you and called out your name, / the world as I knew it was never the same." The rest of the book proceeds to demonstrate just how thoroughly this tot has their father wrapped around their finger and shows the dad lovingly caring for his growing child's every need: bottles, diapers, soothing, tickling, feeding, bathing, playing, reading, and exploring the world. While the rhyme and rhythm aren't always spot-on and one illustration depicts a crib instead of the cradle referred to in the text, there is no denying the appeal of this father-child pair, as their bond is more than apparent. The dichotomy between the tiny redheaded tot and the giant lumberjack-look-alike dad—red plaid shirt, blue jeans, full red beard and mustache, and tiny head perched atop a round body with tree-trunk forearms—both white, adds to the sweet sentimentality (sometimes slipping into saccharine) of this book. While young children may relish the opportunity to use this as a springboard for hearing about their own babyhoods with their dads, new fathers are just as likely an audience, the sweet refrain—"Of all the children that ever could be, / you are the one made just for me"—tugging at heartstrings. New dads will eat this up. (Picture book. 3-7)" - Kirkus Reviews
£13.55
Highlights Press Bear and Friends: Pup Is Lost
Book SynopsisHighlights Puzzle Readers offer an innovative approach to learning that integrates puzzles and stories to develop motivated, confident readers. These Level P books are perfect for kids just beginning to read simple sentences.Fox can't find his black-and-white puppy--where could Pup be? In this Level P Highlights Puzzle Reader, kids can join in the search and then find hidden letters throughout the book. The simple text has lots of picture support that will keep readers turning the pages. With a bonus matching activity to reinforce vocabulary, kids will love playing along in this forest adventure.
£6.18
Page Street Publishing Co. If You Ever Meet a Skeleton
Book SynopsisSkeletons might seem frightening, but if you look closer, there’s nothing much to fear. They can’t run fast, they’re terrible at hide-and-seek, and they’re scared of everything. When a group of trick-or-treaters runs into an actual skeleton on an enchanted Halloween night, they do whatever they can get away. But what does the skeleton really want? What if they’re just looking for a friend?
£13.29
Page Street Publishing Co. Mister Rogers' Gift of Music
Book SynopsisFor a young Fred Rogers, music was a gift. It eased the pain of childhood illness and bullying and helped Fred express how he felt when words alone were difficult. As an adult, he gifted his melodies to the world, showing children by example that they can express themselves, cope with negative feelings, and connect to each other through music. This sensitive, life-affirming biography not only portrays the life of this beloved TV personality, but focuses on Fred’s most memorable songs and musical TV moments, and captures the enduring magic of his music in brilliantly colourful abstract illustration. Readers will not only learn about what music meant to Fred Rogers, but find the encouragement and inspiration to brighten their own lives with song.
£14.24
Page Street Publishing Co. Payden's Pronoun Party
Book Synopsis“I’m not sure I’m a boy… so maybe he is not best for me.” Payden has always used he/him pronouns, until one day Payden realises those words might not fit. Payden’s parents promise to throw a big party to introduce whatever pronouns Payden chooses - but which pronouns are the best match? On a colourful quest, Payden talks to friends about a rainbow of possibilities: he, she, they, ze, and so many more! The right pronouns are just waiting to be tried on. Put on your party hats and learn about the magical variety of pronouns in this thoughtful story that imagines a world of unquestioning support for gender exploration, celebrates all the different ways a person can present, and provides a blueprint for people of any age who are pondering what gender means to them.
£14.24
Page Street Publishing Co. When an Elephant Hears NO
Book SynopsisWhen an elephant hears NO, a tantrum may follow, and a steaming, stomping elephant blowing up is BIG trouble. But what every little one must understand is that NO can mean an enormity of things. It can be a PLEASE when Mommy’s in the bathroom, or a surprised OH MY at a stupendous magic trick. NO holds enormous power to fight for a better world, or to ask firmly for some personal space. Lively illustrations portray the many different instances at which a little elephant (or a little reader) might hear NO - and the BIG emotions that often precede and follow the word. Along the way, young readers will learn that no matter what NO an elephant faces, instead of answering with flaring ears and a steaming trunk, they may use another word: why? A whole elephant’s worth of fun, this romp of encounters with the trickiest of tiny words will stamp out NO’s mysteries and trumpet its virtues. Young readers will delight in and relate to elephant’s experiences, and adults will appreciate this exuberant roadmap of NO’s many uses and meanings.
£15.19
Pixel+Ink Shiver-by-the-Sea 1: Bella and the Vampire
Book SynopsisFor fans of Eerie, Elementary, Bailey School Kids, and The Notebook of Doom, the first book in a magical, spooky new chapter book series about friendship, community restoration and involvement, and helping your neighbors . . . even if some of them may be monsters.Bella Gossi just moved from New York City to the Massachusetts beach town of Shiver-by-the-Sea to live with her Uncle Van. Bella?s excited about helping her mom fix up the old movie theater, but she?s already missing her old home and her old friends, and just driving through downtown, it?s pretty clear that this place has seen better days.After meeting Cooper and his adorable basset hound, Casper, things start looking up. But when mom tasks them with clearing out an old trunk from the theater and picking the first movie they?ll show, that?s when the trouble begins. Out of the trunk pops a bat! But not just any bat . . . a kid vampire. A very hungry, very scared kid vampire, who?s lost and doesn?t know how to get home to his family.Bella and Cooper are a little frightened at first, too, but soon they?re on a mission to help Bram find his way home, because that?s what real friends do.
£12.34
Pixel+Ink Shiver-by-the-Sea 1: Bella and the Vampire
Book SynopsisNow in paperback!For fans of Eerie, Elementary, Bailey School Kids, and The Notebook of Doom, the first in a magical, spooky new chapter book series about friendship, community restoration and involvement, and helping your neighbors . . . even if some of them may be monsters.Bella Gossi just moved from New York City to the Massachusetts beach town of Shiver-by-the-Sea to live with her Uncle Van. Bella?s excited about helping her mom fix up the old movie theater, but she?s already missing her old home and her old friends, and just driving through downtown, it?s pretty clear that this place has seen better days.After meeting Cooper and his adorable basset hound, Casper, things start looking up. But when mom tasks them with clearing out an old trunk from the theater and picking the first movie they?ll show, that?s when the trouble begins. Out of the trunk pops a bat! But not just any bat . . . a kid vampire. A very hungry, very scared kid vampire, who?s lost and doesn?t know how to get home to his family.Bella and Cooper are a little frightened at first, too, but soon they?re on a mission to help Bram find his way home, because that?s what real friends do.
£8.03
Pixel+Ink Shiver-by-the-Sea 2: The Were-woof
Book SynopsisNow in paperback! For fans of Eerie, Elementary, Bailey School Kids, and The Notebook of Doom, the second book in a magical, spooky new chapter book series about friendship, community restoration and involvement, and helping your neighbors . . . even if some of them may be monsters.The local humane society is hosting a puppy adoption day on the Shiver-by-the-Sea town common, and Bella Gossi, her friend, Cooper, and his basset hound, Casper go to check out the dogs. Bella?s immediately drawn to a shy, scruffy, scraggly puppy at the far edge of the pen. When every other puppy gets adopted, Bella, feeling sorry for the little pup, agrees to foster her over the weekend while the shelter figures out what to do with her.But when the sun goes down, the sleepy, scruffy pup goes positively wild in Uncle Van?s house?racing around, chewing everything she can get her teeth on, and howling at the moon. Can Bella figure out what?s up with the pup before some unsuspecting family takes her home?
£8.03
Levine Querido Frank and the Bad Surprise
Book SynopsisFrank the cat has it good: Tons of toys, unlimited Whiskies(TM) and space and quiet to stretch and nap and think and write.Then his people bring home a box. A box with something unexpected inside. A puppy. A puppy who doesn't know the rules of naps. A puppy who slobbers and tackles and barks. This won't do.Frank will just have to find a better home. Should be easy, right?
£13.49
Levine Querido Dadaji's Paintbrush
Book SynopsisOnce, in a tiny village in India, there was a young boy who loved to paint. He lived with his grandfather, who taught him to paint with his fingers, to make paints from marigolds and brushes made from jasmine flowers. Sometimes, the village children would watch them painting together, and the boy’s grandfather would invite them to join in. They didn’t have much, but they had each other. After his grandfather dies, the boy notices a little box wrapped in string with a note that read: 'From Dadaji, with love', with his grandfather’s best paintbrush tucked away inside. But he feels he will never want to paint again. Will the boy overcome his grief and find joy in painting and his dadaji’s memory again? From Rashmi Sirdeshpande and Ruchi Mhasane comes a lushly illustrated tale of love, art, and family.
£17.09
HarperCollins Focus The Book of Colors: Learn All the Colors of the
Book SynopsisLearn all the colors of the rainbow with tactile effects and die-cut windows in this vibrant and engaging book!Introduce first concepts to your baby in a fun and easy way! Help your child identify colors by looking at these bright illustrations. This book uses tactile effects and die-cut holes to grab your child's attention and engage them as they learn. Each page is dedicated to one color so your child can recognize and distinguish between each one. With easy-to-read labels and bold color themes, you can point out the colors on the page and in the world around them to add to the learning experience. With this book, you will: Strengthen your bond with your child and build a lifelong love of reading Promote speech and cognitive development, prompt word recognition, and build reading comprehension Encourage imagination and creativity in your child as they visualize concepts in their head and learn to spot the colors all around them every day This multi-colored board book is perfect for little hands, and the thick pages are durable and long-lasting so they can survive all your baby can throw at them. Get your child started on colors with this brilliant book!
£13.20
Barefoot Books, Incorporated To Carnival!: A Celebration in Saint Lucia
Book SynopsisThe sights, sounds and tastes of vibrant Saint Lucia come to life in this cumulative tale of a girl’s journey to Carnival. When a series of unexpected delays disrupts her journey to the big parade, Melba must adjust both her expectations and her route to the festivities. Who will she meet and what will she learn along the way?Trade Review★ ‘‘A must-have picture book that educates while it thoroughly entertains’’ – Kirkus Reviews“Young readers are transported to the Caribbean in this introduction to its culture and wildlife . . . Paul and Glatt’s characters sparkle on the page as they add to their group of friends and realize that they, too, can shine in their own parade” – Booklist“Imagine a celebration that lasts for 2 ½ months. You don’t have to if you have this book” – Betsy Bird, Librarian, @FuseEight“The vibrant rainbow of Carnival is reflected in illustrations that marry digital art with childlike drawings, and a section at the back educates children on the culture of Saint Lucia and the history of Carnival” – Foreword Reviews
£16.14
Barefoot Books, Incorporated Ready, Set, Go! Sports of All Sorts / ¡En sus
Book SynopsisNow available in bilingual Spanish! Come along on a lively, lyrical exploration of the world's most beloved sports. Rhyming text and energetic artwork featuring a diverse group of children introduce the basics of eight sports popular around the world: baseball, track, football/soccer, gymnastics, hockey, karate, basketball, and swimming. Includes educational endnotes and art by celebrated illustrator Christiane Engel, whose previous Barefoot credits include Baby's First Words, Dump Truck Disco, Knick Knack Paddy Whack, and Build-a-Story Cards: Space Quest.
£9.99
