Children’s / Teenage emotions: Loneliness, isolation

Book SynopsisEveryone knows that chameleons are the best at fitting in. But not Leon. Leon is neon! In fact, he's SO bright that he keeps all the other chameleons awake at night. But poor Leon is lonely, so he goes off in search of somewhere he can blend in.In this delightful interactive book, filled with vibrant neon artwork, children can help Leon on his journey by counting his steps, sending him to sleep and giving him lots of reassurance when he's feeling down. But will he ever find a place he can fit in...?"Joyously written and illustrated" - New Statesman

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Book SynopsisGabriella Midwinter used to have a home. She wasn't invisible back thenFor fans of Cathy Cassidy and Jacqueline Wilson, a stunning new novel from the author of SHINE, GLITTER, SEA OF STARS and A MILLION ANGELS.What's strange is that the day it actually happened, everything seemed so normal.Caught between arguing parents and moving house, twelve-year-old Gabriella somehow slips through the cracks. Now she's more alone than ever before. The city streets are no place for young girls but they're all she's got.Unless she can find her brother Beckett.Unless she can find her home.Trade Review“Kate Maryon’s characters stay with you long after the book is finished.” Jenny Valentine “If you like Jacqueline Wilson then you will definitely like this. The main character’s story is so moving you feel as if you are about to cry!” - Kate, age 10 “This is a book that is hard to put down without finishing! “ - Lucy, age 10 “The best book I ever read” - Somaya, age 12

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Book SynopsisLittle Tomte makes a special wish that Christmas will come. He sings carols, tries to bake tasty treats, and builds a snow tomte, but nothing makes it feel like Christmas. Can Little Tomte find a way to share his Christmas spirit?This is a beautiful new edition of the heart-warming festive tale about hope, community and friendship created by an acclaimed Finnish author and illustrator.Trade Review'A beautiful story that leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy, perfect for the season! Families Rating: 6 out of 6'-- Families magazine'This is a poignant book about what Christmas means and how we prepare for it. I enjoyed it as a reminder that it's the simple things that can give us the Christmas spirit.'-- JUNO magazine'A traditional tale told in a simple, but heartwarming way.'-- Creative Steps magazine'Children will find it so easy to identify with Tomte's wish to have a special Christmas. The story is heart-warming and the beautiful illustrations full of detail make it easy for non-readers to 'read the pictures'!'-- Kindling

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Book Synopsis"Today, the mulberry tree spoke to me," said Jonathan at dinner, in a moment of quiet. His mother looked at him strangely, and his father coughed. His sister laughed out loud."Really, really," said Jonathan, his eyes filling with tears.Jonathan is a quiet little boy. He loves to dream and play by himself, and feels that the other children at kindergarten don't like him. One day, the mulberry tree in his back garden starts to talk to him. It tells him what the weather is going to be, and warns him of a fire. Their friendship deepens.But as Jonathan grows up, will he still remember the tree?This is a charming story book about love, loss, loneliness and friendship, and about how children can connect to places in ways that adults cannot.Trade Review'a touching story of a boy and his friendship with a tree. It gives pictures of life's changes and challenges and the power of friendship to heal. The beautiful illustrations carry the story straight to the heart and encourage the imagination.'-- Kindling

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