Children’s / Teenage general interest: Celebrations, holidays, festivals

Book SynopsisA NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND KIRKUS BEST MIDDLE GRADE BOOK OF 2023"This book is, in a word, immaculate." Kirkus (Starred Review)A beautifully illustrated, interactive guide to ancient, nature-based holidays and customs. Through themed meditations, crafts, and rituals, young readers can learn about old and new ways of honoring the seasons—and create their own!Each “spoke” in The Wheel of the Year marks an important turning point: the winter and summer solstices, the spring and fall equinoxes, and the festivals of seeding, growing, and harvesting that arrive in between. Within each section, enjoy: An overview of the holiday and its significance in cultures around the world A sensory scavenger hunt for sights, sounds, and smells the season Ideas for a seasonal altar using objects from nature Themed crafts, rituals, games, and recipes Blending nature connection with art, poetry, and myth, The Wheel of the Year conveys the magic and beauty of ancient traditions and encourages young readers to notice, care for, and celebrate the natural world around them.Trade ReviewKIRKUS STARRED REVIEW A thorough, accessible, yearlong walk through the seasons.Speaking to her readers in a wise whisper, Cook proclaims that there’s real magic in this world—it’s all around us, and kids have a special knack for seeing it. She sets out to help readers “find and recognize magic,” starting with Ostara, the spring equinox, and rolling through the wheel of the year to Imbolc, a cross-quarter fire festival halfway between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. The book carefully and meaningfully lays out the rhythms of the wheel[.] It provides suggestions for individual nature-based spiritual practices and activities, including crafts and scavenger hunts that involve multiple senses. The book includes recipes using herbs, berries, and fungi (along with safety information for the kitchen and foraging) and guidance for refreshing your altar to welcome the energy of the incoming season. It also references non-Western cultural practices and explains cultural appropriation, giving readers context about the sacred Native American practice of smudging, and it suggests gathering herbs other than sage to bundle and burn. Cook’s obvious wealth of knowledge and care in explaining both the light and dark of the world around us is complemented perfectly by Roux’s charming, delicate illustrations of natural objects, critters both cute and crawly, and racially diverse young people. This book is, in a word, immaculate.A graceful invitation that children will happily accept. (Kirkus Reviews (starred review))

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Book SynopsisDiscover the magic of Christmas with this enchanting book. From decorating the tree to making and delivering gifts with Santa, experience the excitement in Christmas Town as everyone gets ready for the big day. With over 150 stickers.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the celebration of Ramadan with this bright, interactive lift-the-flap book!Featuring simple text, gorgeous illustrations and satisfying lift-the-flaps, this book explores common Ramadan traditions and helps young children understand the importance of this special holiday.Lift the flaps to reveal the moon, look inside the mosque and open the Eid presents!The First Festivals series invites children to explore the world''s culture from the comfort of their home, encourages the development of hand-eye coordination and is recommended for children aged 2 and over.Illustrated by Junissa Bianda Also available in the First Festivals series:EasterLunar New YearDiwaliHoliPrideHanukkahChristmas

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Book SynopsisThis delightful festive novelty book combines touchy-feely patches with sounds to create an irresistible treat for babies and toddlers. When you "tickle" Santa, the elves and the reindeer you'll hear them all come to life - until they all join in with a lively Christmas tune at the end.

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Book SynopsisPeppa loves her mummy! This brilliant sticker book is full of fun activities for mummies and children to share.This book is packed with brilliant stickers and fun things to do.Perfect for keeping little Peppa fans busy, as well as their parents! Everybody loves Mummies!Also Available:Peppa Pig: I Love You, Mummy PigPeppa Pig: Mummy and Me Sticker Colouring BookPeppa Pig: My MummyPeppa Pig: My Mummy and Me

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Book SynopsisThis adorable touch-and-feel book is perfect for sharing with little ones at Eid!With simple text, bright illustrations and an exciting touch-and-feel on every double page, this gorgeous board book helps to engage your baby''s senses while gently introducing them to Eid.Sensory developmentFirst wordsRecommended for children aged 0+Illustrated by Lemon Ribbon StudioAlso available:Baby Touch: Happy Birthday!Baby Touch: OppositesBaby Touch: NumbersBaby Touch: Animals: a black-and-white book

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Book SynopsisJoin Danny and Dino for a POOPTASTIC Christmas in this lift-the-flap adventure! With rip-roaring rhyme and laugh-out-loud silliness, the Dinosaur that Pooped series has sold over 1.5 million copies around the world!With one final CHUFF, the express train arrived.You made it! cried Santa, and led them inside.The feast''s almost ready, but there''s time beforeto show you the workshop and give you a tour!One Christmas Eve, Danny and Dino receive an exciting invitation to the North Pole. Soon, they''re on a festive tour of Santa''s workshop, meeting elves and reindeer along the way. There''s just one problem - Dino is VERY hungry, and he''s surrounded by treats! Will he hold off until Santa''s special feast, or will his rumbly tummy ruin Christmas?This fun series is the perfect introduction to the world of Danny and Dino. The poop-filled adventure is written by bestselling author duo Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter!More

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Book SynopsisThis year, Ariana has plans to make Diwali an extra special celebration,with yummy sweets, divas around the house, pretty clothes,fireworks and... the rangoli competition, of course. Everything would go perfectly to plan if it weren't for Rafi, herlittle brother, always up to mischief...and always being clumsy!Will he ruin Diwali too?

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Book SynopsisCelebrate Easter with Bluey!It''s Easter and Bingo is worried the Easter bunny has forgotten about her and Bluey like last year. But when they wake up to a series of clues, Bluey and Bingo are led on an exciting Easter egg treasure hunt around the house!Join Bluey and Bingo on this fun adventure around the Heelers'' home.Want more Bluey? Also available:Bluey: Fun and Games Colouring BookBluey: Meet Bluey! Sticker Activity BookBluey: Bluey and Friends Sticker Activity BookBluey is an Emmy award-winning Australian children''s television programme following the adventures of a loveable six-year-old Blue Heeler Puppy, Bluey and her family. It's currently showing on Disney+, BBC iPlayer and CBeebies in the UK. Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. Join Bluey in this fun collection of story, activity and novelty books that celebrate play.Trade ReviewFabulous * Evening Standard *

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Book SynopsisAward-winning and bestselling illustrator of The Gruffalo, Axel Scheffler has achieved worldwide acclaim for his humorous illustrations, and his books have been translated into over thirty languages. He has enjoyed particular success in his picture book collaborations with Julia Donaldson. Axel is also the bestselling illustrator of Campbell novelty books On the Farm and Noisy Jungle, and the Rhyming Stories series.

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Book SynopsisChinese New Year is right around the corner and Mai-Anne is so exciting to celebrate with her Grandmother, Nai Nai. Together they retell the story behind the Great Race. A beautifully illustrated introduction to the true meaning of Chinese New Year and family traditions for little ones.

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Book SynopsisTravel the world in this awe-inspiring new gift title from the British Museum featuring 50 spectacular new festivals that you won't want to miss!It's time to celebrate as you explore some of the world's most exciting festivals from different countries, cultures and religions around the globe. From the familiar to the unexpected, discover how and why festivals bring people together to enjoy all kinds of sensational celebrations.List of festivals included: Arbor Day, Argungu Fishing Festival, Barriletes Gigantes, Bloemencorso Zundert, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Constitution Day, Crepissage De La Grande Mosquée, Cure Salée, Dia de los Muertos, Diablos Danzantes del Yare, Diwali, Duanwu, Easter, Eid, Festival of Giants, Festival of Near-Death Experiences, Fiesta de la Tirana, Gion Festival, Golden Stilt Festival, Guca Trumpet Festival, Guy Fawkes Night, Halloween, Heiva i Tahiti, Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, Indian Market, Inti Raymi, Juneteenth, Kurentovanje, Kuru Dance Festival, Lajkonik, Las Parrandas, Lotus Lantern Festival, Moussem of Sidi Hmad Mghani, Naadam, Nowruz, Oruro Carnival, Pchum Ben, Pesach, Quebec Winter Carnival, Rio Carnival, Tango Festival, Thanksgiving, The Great Ethiopian Run, Toraja Funeral Rites, Vaisakhi, Venice Carnival, Waitangi Day, World Science Festival, Yam Festival

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Book SynopsisJoin the exciting world of a bride-to-be as she prepares for, then celebrates her special day in this magical sticker book. With over 300 stickers to dress the brides and grooms as they prepare for their big day trying on wedding dresses and suits, choosing the cake, dressing for the big day and the first dance.

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Book SynopsisA heart-warming story of facing fear and sharing our culture andexperience with our peers.

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Book SynopsisCome and join the fun with music, dancing dragons and dazzling fireworks, as Jing and her family celebrate Lunar New Year. Add over 150 stickers to bring the scenes to life.

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Book SynopsisThis year, Ariana has plans to make Diwali an extra special celebration,with yummy sweets, divas around the house, pretty clothes,fireworks and... the rangoli competition, of course. Everything would go perfectly to plan if it weren't for Rafi, herlittle brother, always up to mischief...and always being clumsy!Will he ruin Diwali too?

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Book SynopsisAn inviting feast of festivals, from well-known celebrations, such as Christmas, Hannukah, Eid and Diwali, to more surprising events such as the Woolly Worm Caterpillar Race and the Hungry Ghosts' Feast. Young children can dip in at any page and feel all the fun of the celebration, while learning about different cultures and traditions.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect book for your daddy''s birthday, Father''s Day, a new father, or for giving and sharing any time you want to say I love you daddy.Join the PAW Patrol in this celebration of heroic daddies and see how kind, funny, clever and adventurous daddies are.From saving the day and cheering you up, to playing lots of games and being a bit clumsy, daddies are fun to be around just like the PAW Patrol.Show your daddy just how much he means to you and add your own words to the story to make an extra special gift.The perfect way to say, I love you daddy'.

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Book SynopsisFilled with images showing different aspects of the Diwali festival of lights, from families enjoying sparklers and gifts to scenes of Diwali sweets and temple offerings, rangoli patterns and diya lamps. Just brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an uplifting array of vivid colours. A mess-free way to keep children busy. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect festive stocking filler for Christmasaurus fans, from the imagination of number-one-bestseller Tom Fletcher!Well, bless my baubles - it''s nearly Christmas! And it''s time to celebrate with the Christmasaurus Cracker. Get ready for:Not one but TWO adventure-packed Christmas stories: Crumpet Eve and The Magical North Pole;Jingle-worthy jokes and present-tastic puzzles;Fun festive facts;Tasty Christmas recipes; andDino-riffic decoration ideas!Merry Christmas from Tom Fletcher and the Christmasaurus!

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Book SynopsisJoin Rotten Robin and his gang of feathered friends as they hatch a plan to steal Christmas in this hilariously unconventional festive tale![a] picture-book yuletide caper full of bouncy rhymes and intricate, hilarious illustrations. The GuardianA little red robin - who just so happens to be the world''s most wanted thief - has a rather unusual plan this festive season. He hates Christmas, and so he''s going to STEAL it - baubles, mince pies, Santa, and all!But Rotten Robin hadn''t realised the feathers he''d ruffle by taking away the Yuletide celebrations - and when he''s forced to give back everything he''s stolen, he realises that Christmas might not be that bad after all...This brand new Christmas story from picture book rising star Rachel Morrisroe and illustrator talent Richard Merritt is a unique take on a festive tale, full of humour and heart - and the perfect Christmas gift.Also by Rachel Morris

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Book SynopsisHappy Birthday to our favourite furry friend on his 120th Birthday!It''s Peter''s birthday, but he feels sad because nobody in his family wants to play or even see him.It''s turning out to be the worst birthday ever for Peter... until he gets a very SPECIAL SURPRISE.Celebrate Peter''s special day with this brand new gold edition cover of a joyous tale.This book is part of a series of stories for the very young, set in Peter Rabbit''s world.These simple tales mirror important early experiences and emotions of young children through the eyes of Beatrix Potter''s most well-loved characters, while Eleanor Taylor''s illustrations are filled with charm, warmth and humour.Check out more books in The Peter Rabbit Tales series:Three Little BunniesStarting SchoolPeter Hops AboardGoodnight PeterA Spring SurpriseA Pumpkin For PeterA Christmas Wish

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Book SynopsisWhen do you eat ''bread of the dead'', or walk barefoot across red-hot coals? When might you dress up as a demon in a hairy suit and huge horned headdress? What are you celebrating if you climb an 18-metre-high tower made out of buns? Includes a stunning central gatefold that opens out to reveal a calendar of all the festivals featured in the book. This is a visual celebration of festivals from across the globe, from the more familiar to those you might never have heard of before. Discover more about Junkanoo in the Bahamas, Juneteenth in the United States, Matariki in New Zealand and Poland''s Great Dragon Parade. As you journey around the world, explore celebrations of food and drink, nature, culture, religion and history, plus ways to mark the passing of the year.

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Book SynopsisMeet rattling skeletons and ghastly ghosts as you embark on a Halloween adventure. Explore the haunted house, creepy crypt and wailing woods, adding sparkly stickers to bring each spooky scene to life. With rich, quirky illustrations by Kyle Beckett, children will spot a funny new detail each time they look. Brilliant for developing creativity and fine motor skills.

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Book SynopsisIt's Christmas Eve at Lily's new house, but Lily misses the old one. Then, in a moment of magic, she is whisked away to the North Pole! Santa's elfbots need her help to invent new toys from used, discarded ones. Lily comes to learn that with a dash of imagination, she can make anything - even, perhaps, a new home...

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Book SynopsisThe HUMBUG Family aren't like other Christmas Elves... They manage the not-so-glamorous RPD Department of the North Pole. That's Reindeer Poo Disposal. YUCK! But when a mince-pie-related-mishap sees them exiled from their home, they go on a daring adventure, where they discover the true meaning of Christmas!

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Book SynopsisThe glorious publication of Clement C. Moore's timeless verse sees it brought to new life by the beautiful illustrations of Christian Birmingham.Every Christmas Eve brings with it hushed anticipation and wonder.Here is the story of this magical night, when children around the world await the arrival of the gifts that symbolise all the warmth and love of Christmas.

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Book SynopsisHappy Easter! In this brand new lift-the-flap adventure, Spot and Mum are on their way to an Easter picnic. There are lots of noisy animals to see on the walk to Grandma and Grandpa''s house... but when they''re almost there, Spot disappears! Where has he gone? Toddlers will love searching for Spot and learning the sounds of all the baby animals they meet along the way! This new story is full of the unexpected surprises and gentle humour that makes the original Where''s Spot? a children''s classic.With interactive flaps to train fine motor skills and an adventure that sparks curiosity and imagination, Find Spot at Easter is perfect for early learning and play.Eric Hill''s Where''s Spot? was the first ever lift-the-flap book - and his ground-breaking innovation continues to delight and surprise readers with interactive fun. Spot has now been a trusted character in early learning for over 40 years, selling over 65 million

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Book SynopsisHip hip hooray, it''s Duggee''s birthday!The Squirrels are searching the clubhouse for the perfect birthday gift to surprise Duggee with but what will they find . . . ?Lift the flaps to discover what exciting presents will they will give to Duggee!One final birthday present . . . DUGGEE HUG!

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Book SynopsisDiscover the celebration of Easter with this bright, interactive lift-the-flap book!Featuring simple text, gorgeous illustrations and satisfying lift-the-flaps, this book explores exciting Easter traditions and helps young children understand the importance of this special holiday.Lift the flaps to look inside the Church, cook tasty hot cross buns and join in with the Easter egg hunt!The First Festivals series invites children to explore the world''s culture from the comfort of their home, encourages the development of hand-eye coordination and is recommended for children aged 2 and over.Illustrated by Giovana MedeirosAlso available in the First Festivals series:DiwaliChristmasRamadan

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Book SynopsisFrom the talented brother-sister duo of Stephen and Anita Mangancomes this exciting fully illustrated festive adventure.

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Book Synopsis Over 400 irresistible, reusable, and collectible stickers to mix, match, and trade! Part of the bestselling Eyelike Stickers series, Eyelike Stickers: Christmas captures the joy and spirit of the holiday season. Decorate notecards and gifts with sticker Santa hats, ornaments, reindeer, cookies, and even an old-fashioned sleigh. Whether on windows, notebooks, lunch boxes, or scrapbooks, these peel-and-place stickers are perfect for creating your own work of art anytime, anywhere, and are designed to be stuck on, peeled off, and stuck on again without tearing or losing their “stick.” The books’ inside covers are glossy illustrated backgrounds on which kids can create lively and original sticker scenes―and then change them whenever they like.

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Book SynopsisFrom egg hunts in the springtime fields to baking treats for a picnic, the little bunnies in this book are busy preparing for Easter. Use the stickers to bring the beautifully illustrated scenes to life.

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Book SynopsisPacked with joyful scenes showing Lunar New Year being celebrated in different countries around the world, from dragon dancers and delicious food to kite flying in South Korea and a gloriously decorated temple in Malaysia. Just brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an array of vivid hues.

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Book SynopsisYoung children will love getting into the Halloween spirit with this spine- tingling sticker book. Scenes to decorate include haunted houses, a witches' workshop, a pumpkin patch and a monster party. With over 300 reusable stickers of zombies, ghosts, spiders and more, plus a fold-out back cover to store stickers when not in use.

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Book SynopsisMeet Jessie, Keira and Ruby, three excited dolls who are going to be bridesmaids! There are over 350 stickers of fabulous dresses, shoes and accessories to dress the dolls. Choose outfits for the dolls as they prepare for their cousin's special day.

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Book SynopsisA whirlwind tour of the entire globe, this beautifully illustrated atlas is jam-packed with facts about every country in the world, perfect for readers 8+.Where would you like to visit next? Take a tour of every single country in the world within the pages of The World Book. Featuring a special diecut globe cover, this book is packed with facts, stats and flags explore different cultures and the best things to see, do and taste on this planet. Find out how to say ''good morning'' in Maltese, the most popular dishes in Colombian cuisine, and where you can see over 60 species of hummingbird. Seek out the tallest mountain, the longest river, and everything in between.

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Book SynopsisJoin Spot and his family as they grow a pumpkin in the garden - and use it to bake an autumnal surprise!Spot and Dad love gardening together. In the spring, Spot plants a pumpkin seed. After lots of waiting and watering, it''s autumn - and the pumpkin is ready! But what will they make with it? It''s a pumpkin surprise!Toddlers will love this pumpkin-shaped board book for little hands that can be played with or read for twice the fun!Spot is the fun-first friend for new experiences, early learning, and stories you can play with.If you loved this, why not try:Where''s Spot?Spot Goes to the FarmSpot Goes to the BeachSpot''s Birthday PartySpot Says GoodnightFind Spot at HalloweenFind Spot at Nursery

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Book SynopsisIn a dark dark streetThere is a dark dark house . . .In this FUNNYBONES story, the skeletons go sledging - WHEE! - and crashing - BANG!They can''t see their bones in the white snow but they can see a black cat . . . until she slips into their dark, dark cellar . . .

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Book SynopsisBluey and Bingo love Easter arts and crafts, join them and find out what the Easter Bunny has been up to . . .Make a bunny pouch to collect Easters eggs, search-and-find the missing bits and bobs and draw your very own Easter Bunny.Join in the fun and get crafting to have an egg-stra special Easter.Want more Bluey? Also available:Bluey: Easter Fun ActivityBluey: Bluey''s Beach: A Craft Activity BookBluey: Super Stickers

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Book SynopsisPedro Pony is having a superhero birthday party and Peppa is invited. But who will is the special guest?Lift the flaps to find out all the hilarious things that happen at a superhero birthday party!Everybody loves Super-Birthdays! Also Available:Peppa Pig: Peppa''s Mermaid Friends: A lift-the-flap bookPeppa Pig: Best Friends: A lift-the-flap bookPeppa Pig: Peppa at the Farm: A lift-the-flap bookPeppa Pig: Peppa at the Aquarium: A lift-the-flap book

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Book SynopsisMake your own beautiful, 3D decorations with this board book of press-out Christmas decorations! Each press-out design is intricately decorated with foil and perfect for all ages to colour in.

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Book SynopsisThe Spanish Love Deception meets The Holiday in this fake dating romance about a city girl and country boy’s lives colliding at Christmas.    City girl Tia Solanké is dreading the festive period. She’s on a break with her boyfriend and the last thing she wants to do is spend Christmas away from London. Arriving at Saiyan Hedge Farm, Tia takes an instant disliking to it. She falls in horse manure, is chased by sheep and the Wi-Fi sucks. How is she meant to stalk her ex now and concoct a foolproof plan to win him back?   Country boy Quincy Parker and his family run the farm, and this year they’ve been selected to host the biggest event in the town's calendar – the Winter Ball. Preparations are underway, and Quincy is working around the clock to make it a success. The only problem is, he’s told everyone he has a date to the ball, when

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Book SynopsisAli and Ayeesha are excited. It is Ramadan, and that means it will soon be time for the whole family to come together and celebrate Eid al-Fitr. Join them as they prepare for the festival. Add over 200 stickers to bring the beautifully illustrated scenes to life.

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