Children’s / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories
Little, Brown & Company That's What Love Is
Book SynopsisTeach little ones all about love with this sweet board book. Adorable animal characters model patience, kindness, and other qualities of love, based on the "love chapter" from 1 Corinthians 13. As a mama bear and her cub observe the other animals around them, they see them acting with patience, kindness, selflessness, and other attributes of love. A daddy duck waits patiently for his ducklings; a hen selflessly shelters her chicks from the rain; a beaver perseveres to finish the work on a lodge for his family. Through the caring actions of the animals, children will see that love is not just a feeling--it is also something we do. Based on the beloved "love is patient, love is kind . . ." passage from 1 Corinthians 13, this board book from bestselling author Hannah C. Hall is perfect for little ones just learning about loving others. The sweet animals in this book will help them to see that our love is in our actions as well as our hearts, that love is the most important thing of all, and that God loves us unconditionally.
£8.50
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Girl and the Dinosaur
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£17.09
Applewood Books, U.S. Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer
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£14.08
SteinerBooks, Inc The Adventures of Scoochie Mouse
Book SynopsisScoochie, like all mice, is a quiet creature, careful in her comings and goings. She likes nothing better than to sleep beneath the warm feathers of her best-hen-friend, Henrietta.This gentle story for young children follows Scoochie, and her animal and gnome friends, though the seasons of the year as they understand and live out the values of the farm: a deep reverence for nature, kindness towards all creatures, love and goodness.This is a healing story for our times, which has been especially designed to be read aloud. Developed in a Steiner-Waldorf setting, parents and teachers alike will find the story enriching and affirming at home or in the classroom.Trade Review'I found The Adventures of Scoochie Mouse a pleasant book to read, full of kindness and gentle moral insights; it left me with a warm feeling and I believe children of all ages would enjoy reading it, or having it read to them. Its underlying theme is one of showing respect for the eart and for each other -- a valuable message for today.'-- New View
£9.49
Sleeping Bear Press Outdoor Surprises
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£7.00
Enchanted Lion Books Big Wolf and Little Wolf: The Little Leaf That
Book SynopsisJoin Big Wolf and Little Wolf as they move through the seasons and share an adventure.Trade ReviewStarred review Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year, 2009, Kirkus Reviews "[...]a story that will stay with its young readers, presenting the perfect union between text and image to appeal to growing minds." - The Midwest Book Review "With young children's natural curiosity about leaves, changing colors, and seasons, as well as curriculum that cover these topics, this will be a valuable addition to classrooms and libraries as well as a beautiful browsing and read-aloud book. Recommended." - Library Media Connection "Oliver Tallec's gorgeous pastel pictures (with the wolves wearing mittens and hats this time - way too cute) compliment this lyrical story to perfection. It's direct and obvious on one level but also elegant and deep on another. Simply put there is no talking down to the reader and I think a lot of kids will appreciate that a lot, just as much as they will getting to know these two characters a little better." - Colleen Mondor, Chasing Ray "Highly Recommended." - Tucson Unified School District "Highly recommended, this series has its own unique feel and style. These are quiet books, filled with natural beauty and deep connections." - Tasha Saecker, Kids Lit "Destined to become a classic, Big Wolf and Little Wolf: The Little Leaf That Wouldn't Fall reminds us all that the most wonderful riches are often right in front of us." - Niki Masse Schoenfeldt, curled up with a good kid's book
£11.69
Enchanted Lion Books Winston & George
Book SynopsisGorgeously illustrated, this is the story of a crocodile and a crocodile bird. These animals exist in a symbiotic relationship. Crocodile birds pick leeches and lice from the crocodile's skin and cry out whenever they see danger. In this story, Winston is a patient crocodile, George is a prankster, and their story is both sweet and dramatic. John Miller spent much of his youth tramping about the woods and swamps of Morris County, New Jersey. Later, these adventures inspired his children's books and articles. Giuliano Cucco was an artist and illustrator. He and his wife were killed in a traffic accident in Rome in 2006. He is survived by a son and two grandchildren.Trade Review"[Guiliano] Cucco's illustrations are superb. They have a wonderful grace of line combined with bright tropical colors that pop on the page...A humorous and dramatic look at an unusual friendship, one only wishes that Winston & George could go on more adventures together."--Waking Brain Cells
£11.69
Enchanted Lion Books Paul & Antoinette
Book SynopsisWe have seen a few great odd couples in picture books already, but filled with possibility as the world is, there's always room for one more pair, especially if they are as charming and unforgettable as these pigs, born from the brushes and prolific imagination of Kerascoet. Kerascoet lives and works in Paris in the worlds of cartooning and illustration. Best known for illustrating the book Miss Don't Touch Me written by Hubert, as well as a couple of the Lewis Trondheim Dungeon books, their most recent book Beautiful Darkness broke out on the US scene in 2014, winning them wide recognition and high praise. It was a Publishers Weekly best book of the year.
£11.69
Enchanted Lion The Other Side of the Rocks
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£18.45
Star Bright Books Good Night, Little Sea Otter
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£7.81
Star Bright Books City Birds
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£8.49
Star Bright Books Woolly the Wide Awake Sheep
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£8.49
Star Bright Books Daisy
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£10.44
Star Bright Books When Someone Is Afraid (Somali/English)
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£8.49
Star Bright Books Where Is Little Stripe's Daddy?
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£8.99
Star Bright Books Cat and Mice
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£8.49
Our World of Books Good Night Sharks
Book SynopsisGood Night Sharks features great white sharks, whale sharks, spinner sharks, blue sharks, hammerhead sharks, leopard sharks, mako sharks, tiger sharks, bull sharks, thresher sharks, angel sharks, blacktip sharks, cookiecutter sharks, and more.This book is part of the bestselling Good Night Our World series, which includes hundreds of titles exploring iconic locations and exciting themes.Young divers will explore the fascinating world of sharks while learning about different species and their watery environments.
£9.66
Rowman & Littlefield The Spring Visitors
Book SynopsisThe continuing adventures of Karel Hayes’ beloved family of bears as they find clever ways to make the most of a summer cottage yet are able to avoid (sometimes narrowly) discovery by the human owners. In this fifth book in Karel Hayes’ acclaimed Visitors series, the family of bears awakens in the cottage after a nice winter sleep. But torrential rains and a little too much fun hamper their efforts to leave the cottage ship-shape for the returning human owners. Will they be able to avoid detection once again?
£16.28
Seven Stories Press,U.S. The Rabbits' Rebellion
Book SynopsisThe uproariously funny, depressingly on-point story of a mean and narcissistic king.
£9.99
Breakaway Books Horse in the Diary
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£9.95
Ignatius Press The Gospel Told by the Animals
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£14.24
Interlink Publishing Group, Inc Eeny Up Above
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£15.29
Interlink Publishing Group, Inc Adrift
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£15.29
Roaring Brook Press The Boy and the Whale
Book SynopsisIn this picture book by Caldecott-winner Mordicai Gerstein, a boy and his father discover a whale tangled in their only fishing net. While the man worries about losing their net, the boy worries about the whale. When it blinks an enormous eye, he knows that he has to try to save the creature, no matter how dangerous doing so may be.
£17.09
Familius LLC Snoozapalooza
Book SynopsisA cold wind blows, and snow starts to fall,Mouse hides in a den that’s cozy and small.Snuggling into a wee-sized heap,ONE begins snoring and drifts off to sleep.Count to ten with these cuddly forest creatures as they settle down and hibernate for the winter. Friends of all sizes, from bear to mouse, snuggle together in one furry heap to endure the snowy season. With adorable illustrations and rhyming verse, Snoozapalooza will warm even the deepest chill.They doze and they dream, tucked out of sight,A snoozapalooza all day and all night.Trade Review"Guaranteed to tickle and delight while reinforcing counting skills." -Kirkus Reviews "The text has a wonderful use of rhythm and rhyme...The illustrations are adorable." -Manhattan Book Review
£11.99
Familius LLC How the Birds Became Friends
Book Synopsis2023 Storytelling World Award honoreeLong ago when the world was very young, the birds did not get along. They were always fighting about who was better. Beaks pecking! Feathers flying! Squawks and screeches everywhere! Little Quail feels lost in all the noise, but with each bird trying to outdo the others, Quail bravely takes an unexpected approach. In this delightful take on a Burmese folktale from award-winning storyteller Noa Baum and illustrated by renowned ecologist and artist Zev Labinger, watch the power of kindness change the world.Trade Review"Noa’s clear, colorful retelling of this simple story reminds us of the simple truth that kindness and acceptance are the basis of friendship and peace. Quail’s surprising act changes everything for all the birds—and reminds us we’re capable of doing the same." —Bill Harley, author and Grammy Award–winning storyteller and musician "Artist and ecologist Labinger knows birds, and it shows. Though rendering them realistically and true to life, he has also managed to imbue each with expressive faces that clearly reveal their feelings." -Kirkus Reviews "With a timely fable about peace and reconciliation among the birds, Noa Baum warms our hearts. Children will clamor to hear this story over and over, and it will be easy to hold their interest with Zev Labinger’s lively and colorful illustrations. While he never strays far from true natural history, Labinger skillfully endows familiar backyard birds with a full array of personalities and individual character. Together, Baum and Labinger have created a book that will entertain and satisfy parent and child alike."—James Coe, author and illustrator of The Eastern Birds Golden Guide and member of the Board of Directors of the Society of Animal Artists "Promoting kindness and humanity without preaching, How the Birds Became Friends is a gentle fable about how small choices make big differences. This benevolent, cheerily illustrated tale uses simple, effective narrative to distill the noise of conflict into the harmony of fellowship. Labinger’s watercolor illustrations brightly depict full-of-personality avian characters without losing their bird-ness. Baum’s retelling of this Burmese folktale lends itself to reading and telling aloud, and this story is sure to find a home in the hearts of young listeners."—Janice M. Del Negro, PhD, professor of Youth Literature, SOIS Dominican University "We could all learn a thing or two from the birds! Noa Baum has updated this classic folktale with a modern perspective to teach a timely lesson: peace can be found when we have the courage to go against the flow and do what is right."—Annette Hoppenworth, director of the Kalamazoo Valley Museum Storytelling Festival "On the surface, this book is a charming start for stimulating young people's interest in birds. Of course, the underlying message is even more important, especially in these times."—Robert Bateman, world-renowned wildlife artist and founder of the Bateman Foundation for Environmental Education "It’s my strong belief that nature conservation has to go hand in hand with environmental education, starting with children as soon as they can talk! The skillful and colorful illustrations of Zev Labinger and the inspiring story of Noa Baum told in an original way give a message of friendship, peace, the beauty of nature, and the variety of birdlife. Messages like these are so much needed all around the globe."—Ysbrand Brouwers Sr., founder and director of Artists for Nature Foundation "Join Quail and Crow for an adventure of allyship, a calling for camaraderie, as the two birds risk vulnerability but gain something far more valuable. Noa Baum’s fable of friendship could not be timelier, as we all must do better at seeing the human universals in our values and lives. Zev Labinger’s colorful illustrations dance the perfect line between folk art and scientific illustration, as his owls and magpies are equal parts charming and relatable."—Allen M. Fish, director of the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory "Birds have the marvelous ability to bring people together and raise the awareness for protecting our shared environment. This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of courage and peace through the amazing world of birds and 'dove-tails' perfectly with my lifelong work under the motto “Birds Know No Boundaries.”—Yossi Leshem, professor at Tel Aviv University and founder of the Israeli Ornithological Center of the Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel "The power of artworks to enhance a story is something to celebrate. Through splashes of color and meaningful gestures, Zev Labinger’s vibrant illustrations add depth and meaning to Noa Baum’s retelling of the Burmese folktale in How the Birds Became Friends."—Kathy Kelsey Foley, director of Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum
£12.74
Familius LLC The Chameleon's True Colours
Book SynopsisChameleon is sad because he doesn’t have a colour of his own. He borrows yellow from the sun, pink from an orchid, and orange from a tiger, but will there be enough colour for everyone? With gorgeous, colourful illustrations and a message about the power of giving, The Chameleon’s True Colours is the picture book every family needs on their shelf.
£11.99
Familius LLC Creature from the Woods
Book SynopsisAs I watch you prance around, I can't help but smile. You remind me of a creature from the woods, my child. You have a deer fawn's timid steps into the unknown. But your steps have gotten bigger as you've learned and grown. With tender words and lush illustration, this sweet board book compares a child's movements and mannerisms to creatures from the woods. From the fox to the bear to the bunny, each baby animal explores the world around them and learns along the way?-just like children do. The rich woodland colours and sweet animal families will make Creature from the Woods a bedtime favourite!
£7.59
Familius LLC A Tree for Me
Book Synopsis Explore nature and nurture your love for gardening in the picture book Tree for Me by poet and author Carole Garber and illustrator Helena Pérez García, perfect for Arbor Day, Father’s Day, and beyond! There are amazing trees that live in our world—yellow poplar, American beech, crepe myrtle, and so many more! But how do you know which ones are which? Follow along in this heartwarming tale as a father lovingly teaches his son to identify eight common trees in a park and then surprises him with his own tree to plant and nurture. With beautiful, realistic illustrations and true facts interwoven throughout the story, A Tree for Me makes learning about trees fun! And as a bonus, resources to help you pick and plant a tree are included at the end of the story, so you can surprise your child with a trip to the nursery and their very own “tree for me.”
£11.69
Familius LLC Nocturnal Nico
Book Synopsis With a cast of characters as quirky as the artwork by author and illustrator Gabe Jensen, Nocturnal Nico follows the title character as he resists bedtime, mirroring the nocturnal creatures outside in the moonlight Nico doesn’t want to sleep—he must be nocturnal! Like the owl in the tree, Nico is alert. Like the bat flying in the night, Nico isn’t afraid of the dark—or is he? With comic-like illustrations and obscure nocturnal animals throughout, this picture book will help your little night owl get to bed. Hopefully! Includes one page of backmatter explaining the difference between nocturnal and diurnal animals and the adaptations that allow them to thrive at night.
£11.39
Arbordale Publishing, LLC Lieber Komodowaran: (Dear Komodo Dragon) [German Edition]
£11.35
Workman Publishing The Becket List: A Blackberry Farm Story
Book Synopsis"Charming and beautifully humorous . . . A sparkling story of weathering change." —Booklist, starred review Everything is changing for Becket Branch. From subways to sidewalks to safety rules, she is a city kid born and raised. Now the Branch family is trading urban bustle for big green fields and moving to help their gran on Blackberry Farm, where Becket has to make sense of new routines, from feeding animals to baling hay. But Becket is ready! She even makes her own “Becket List” for How to Be a Country Kid. Things don’t always work out the way she planned, but whether it’s selling mouth-puckering lemonade, feeding hostile hens, or trying to make a new best friend, Becket is determined to use her city smarts to get a grip on country living. Get ready to yell “Beautiful Alert!” along with Becket as she mucks through the messy, exuberant experience of change she didn’t ask for, in a story that sparkles with quirky characters, cheerful humor, and unexpected adventures.
£8.50
Workman Publishing All Pets Allowed: Blackberry Farm 2
Book SynopsisNew dog, no tricks! Becket Branch has one birthday wish—a dog! Dogs are outgoing and friendly, and they live life loud, just like Becket. Becket’s twin, Nicholas, wants a pet more like him—a peaceful, quiet indoor cat. When their parents take them to the shelter to choose a dog and a cat, it should be Becket’s biggest BEAUTIFUL ALERT ever. But Becket’s dream dog, Dibs, turns out to be a super-shy scaredy-pooch. Meanwhile, Nicholas’s kitty, Given, loves being the center of attention and greeting visitors to Blackberry Farm. Can Becket and Nicholas learn how to love Dibs and Given as they are—even if they aren’t exactly the pets the twins dreamed of? With black-and-white drawings throughout by award-winning illustrator LeUyen Pham (Real Friends), this second volume of the Blackberry Farm series offers a gentle message about embracing new friends who may not match preconceived expectations.Trade Review“This attractive early chapter book [is] a welcome addition to the engaging Blackberry Farm series.—BooklistPraise for THE BECKET LIST: “Charming and beautifully humorous . . . A sparkling story of weathering change.”—Booklist, starred review “Becket is an outgoing, refreshingly self-confident protagonist . . . Readers will appreciate her ability to bounce back from whatever life hands her. Pham’s sketch drawings scattered throughout enhance the energy and humor of the story.”—School Library Journal “Becket is a regular laundry list of confidently delivered safety sayings, and it's just one of her many original and sparkling traits . . . the storyline is warm and amusing as Becket and her two siblings navigate their new life on a farm.” —Kirkus Reviews “An enjoyable novel for young readers beginning to explore the world on their own terms.” —The Horn Book Magazine “Becket’s narration vibrates with energy and cheer…Pham’s black and white illustrations…have just the right amount of comic flair to match the vibrant humor of Becket’s story.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Perfect . . . This fun and colorful novel will surely make you happy and brighten up your day.” —Newsday
£12.34
Workman Publishing Merry and Hark: A Christmas Story
Book SynopsisA heart-warming and whimsical story about the connection between humans and nature, and the magic of Christmas. Merry has always wanted to go on a grand adventure, like the great Hero Owls from her favourite stories. But she is just a little owl. Little owls don't have adventures. Then one day, Merry falls asleep in her favourite tree-and wakes up in a big, noisy city! Can a little owl on a grand adventure find her way home? Perfect for city kids and nature lovers alike, Merry and Hark is a cosy read at Christmas and all year round.
£14.24
Our World of Books Good Night Alaskan Animals
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£8.54
Our World of Books Good Night Loons
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£8.99
Simon Spotlight Best Brother Ever!: Ready-To-Read Graphics Level
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£9.80
Simon & Schuster Parker Grows a Garden: Ready-To-Read Level 1
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£7.49
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books The Hare Who Wouldnt Share
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£15.19
Tiger Tales Wish Trap
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£9.26
Xist Publishing Safari Kids
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£13.60
Peachtree Publishers,U.S. Snow Foal
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£10.78
Sourcebooks Wonderland You Are My Happy
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£17.09
Lerner Publishing Group Moses and the Runaway Lamb
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£8.54
Lerner Publishing Group The Rabbi and His Donkey
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£8.54
Lerner Publishing Group A Wild, Wild Hanukkah
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£13.49
Lerner Publishing Group Infestation
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£10.45
Lerner Publishing Group Tyrannosaurus Tsuris: A Passover Story
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£13.29
