Children’s / Teenage general interest: Celebrations, holidays, festivals
Little, Brown & Company Leprechaun vs. Easter Bunny
Book SynopsisGet ready for the fight of the season in Festive Feuds, a rollicking picture book series featuring beloved and iconic characters competing to see who will come out on top. In this hilarious holiday mash-up (with a special sparkly cover!), St. Patrick’s Day and Easter square off to see who deserves the spotlight. It was only a matter of time. When two holidays are this close together, there are bound to be a few...disagreements. Now two sneaky rivals, Leprechaun and Easter Bunny, must battle over the perfect hill for hiding a pot of gold or an Easter egg, and no one is backing down. Whose holiday will reign supreme? Find out in this rowdy, rhyming celebration of Easter and St. Patrick’s Day!Read all the books in the Festive Feuds series:Leprechaun vs. Easter BunnyTurkey vs. Santa Vampire vs. the BeachGroundhog vs. Cupid
£8.54
Little, Brown & Company The Spring Book
Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author Todd Parr captures the beauty of spring in this sweet and silly book about the wonders of a season. With his colorful illustrations, playful humor, and inclusive storytelling, beloved author Todd Parr has long been a favorite among young readers and caregivers. His books promote an essential message of love and acceptance that is inspiring, empowering, and accessible.Spring is here! The birds are singing. Everyone is sneezing—ACHOO! And change is in the air. From rolling down hills and dancing in the rain to celebrating mothers and honoring heroes everywhere, spring is a wonderful time of year! Todd Parr uses his signature blend of humor and heart to introduce young readers to all the delights of the season.
£10.44
Little, Brown & Company Trick or Treat Crankenstein
Book SynopsisThis year, Crankenstein''s favorite day of all has gone rotten! Creepy-cool costumes, super-scary jack-o''-lanterns, and wicked loads of candy have been RUINED by costume disasters, pumpkin-carving nightmares, and a terribly untimely toothache! MEHHRRRR!!! Can Halloween be saved, or will today turn into the crankiest Halloween in history?Whether readers are being introduced to the character of Crankenstein for the first time or they''re already fans of the hilarious first two titles by Samantha Berger and bestselling, Caldecott-winning artist Dan Santat, even the grumpiest kiddos will cheerfully gobble up a bucket full of delicious laughs in this follow-up to Crankenstein and A Crankenstein Valentine.
£13.49
Little, Brown & Company Hair Twins
Book SynopsisEvery morning Papa combs through his daughter''s waves like he does his own -- parting it down the middle, using coconut oil to get all the tangles out.Some days he braids her hair in two twists down the side of her face. Other days he weaves it into one long braid hanging down her back, just like a unicorn tail. But her favorite style is when he combs her hair in a tight bun on the top of her head, just like the joora he wears every day under his turban. They call this their hair twin look!
£13.29
Little, Brown & Company Rafa Counts on Papá
Book SynopsisFor fans of Guess How Much I Love You? and Just Me and My Dad comes a heartwarming story perfect for Father's Day about a son and his papá who love to measure everything, including their love for each other.Rafa and his papá love to count and measure together. They know how many branches they climb to their favorite spot, they know how high their dog Euclid can jump, and they know how far they can run. But there’s one thing Rafa can't count or measure because it is infinite: the love that he and his papá share.Pura Belpré Honor illustrator and author Joe Cepeda celebrates curiosity and shows the tender and playful relationship between father and son on every inch of the page. With a subtle nod to introducing concepts, from real objects to the abstract, readers feel the immeasurable love of this Latinx family as Papá delights in spending time with Rafa.
£13.29
Little, Brown & Company If You Were My Valentine
Book SynopsisThis board book follow-up to If I Could Give You Christmas is an adorable celebration of love and the special relationship between parents and children.If you were my valentine,I would jump, jump with joy!Valentine's Day is for cuddles, sweet treats, silly games, and spending time with the ones we hold dear. Join all kinds of animals and their valentines—from rabbits and puffins, to cougars and otters, to a bigger-than-big whale—in this cozy board book celebration of love.
£6.99
Little, Brown & Company If You Were My Valentine
Book SynopsisThis Valentine-themed follow-up to If I Could Give You Christmas is an adorable celebration of love and the special relationship between parents and children. If you were my valentine,I would jump, jump with joy!Valentine's Day is for cuddles, sweet treats, silly games, and spending time with the ones we hold dear. Join all kinds of animals and their valentines—from rabbits and puffins, to cougars and otters, to a bigger-than-big whale—in this cozy picture book celebration of love.
£14.39
HarperCollins The Vanderbeekers Ever After
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£15.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Its Chinese New Year Curious George
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewCurious George visits Mei and learns about Chinese New Year cultural traditions....For those who know, the Chinese New Year is not the same as Lunar New year in other countries. It is a separate and unique time of the year. The sections include information in adorable rhymes for Let's Celebrate, Zodiac Animals, Lucky Start, Family Reunion Dinner, Lucky Money, Chinese New Year Day, and Lantern Festival.... Child-centered and entertaining, children will enjoy the happy monkey and his friend prepare for and enjoy the new year events.... Clever! Rhyming words beautifully explain to help children's understanding. — Midwest Book Review
£6.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Danbis Favorite Day
Book SynopsisThe sequel to the Asian Pacific American Honor winner.Danbi's favorite day is here!Thrilled to invite her friends to celebrate Children's Day as she did in Korea, she promises kites, tigers, and magic train rides. But when the reality of a picnic behind her parents' deli falls short of her grand plans, Danbi must get creative to save the day.In this delightful follow-up to Danbi Leads the School Parade, Anna Kim brings her stunning illustrations and lively text to celebrate the children of the world, the power of creativity, and the joy of coming together.Trade Review★ "Kim's exquisite artwork renders distinct personalities and characters represented by diverse skin colors and hairstyles, priceless expressions, and irrepressible energy. An endearing and hopeful expression of spontaneous fun and togetherness." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)"A joyful, inclusive celebration filled with hope." —Booklist
£14.39
Penguin Young Readers Happy Diwali Mad Libs
Book SynopsisMad Libs is the world’s greatest word game and a great gift for anyone who likes to laugh! Write in the missing words on each page to create your own hilariously funny stories all about the celebration of Diwali. Time to decorate the house with PERSON IN THE ROOM and light the PLURAL NOUN, as we celebrate Diwali with family, friends, and Mad Libs.Lay out your diyas and create your rangoli PLURAL NOUN because the Festival of Lights is here! With 21 “fill-in-the-blank” stories about the festive and spiritual holiday, Happy Diwali Mad Libs is the perfect way to celebrate. Play alone, in a group, or around the house as you decorate for Diwali. Mad Libs are a fun family activity recommended for ages 8 to NUMBER.
£6.36
Penguin Putnam Inc Tiny and the 100th Day of School
Book SynopsisCelebrate the 100th day of school with Tiny in this fun 8x8 story!Everyone in Eliot's class has to bring in one hundred items as part of their 100th day of school celebration, but he doesn't have any ideas. Of course, Tiny has plenty! But when he follows Eliot to school to join the festivities, he winds up making a mess of things. How will he make things right again?
£5.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Happy St Patricks Day Tiny
Book SynopsisCelebrate Saint Patrick's Day with Tiny and Elliott!Tiny and Elliott are going to a Saint Patrick's Day party in the park with a parade, a costume contest, and a scavenger hunt. But during the scavenger hunt, they notice that their new friend, a girl in Irish wolfhound costume, has lost her shoe. Tiny knows it's up to him to save the day, but can he find the shoe and the pot of gold in time?
£6.46
Random House USA Inc Happy Hanukkah Pups PAW Patrol
Book SynopsisJoin the PAW Patrol on a Hanukkah adventure in this adorable board book!Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol get ready to celebrate Hanukkah in Adventure Bay! Learn to count from one to ten with dreidels, latkes, snowflakes, and more as the PAW Patrol helps their new friends Rachel and Jimmy decorate for their Hanukkah party! Girls and boys ages 0 to 3 will love this sturdy board book, which follows Marshall, Skye, Rubble, and the rest of the pup heroes on a holiday adventure.
£7.59
Penguin Putnam Inc Alexs Good Fortune
Book SynopsisCelebrate Chinese New Year with this sweet story of friendship and family!In this story designed to engage early readers, charming characters combine with simple text, lively illustrations, and laugh-out-loud humor to help boost kids' confidence and create lifelong readers!Chinese New Year is the most important holiday for Alex and her family, so it's even more special when she gets to share her favorite traditions with her best friend, Ethan. Together, they join the Chinese New Year parade and get to help make the dragon dance. Then they prepare for the festivities by tidying up, decorating, and making dumplings. After that, it's time to open red envelopes, eat a great big feast, and enjoy the lantern fesival! Complete with fun facts about the holiday in the back of the book, young readers will want to revisit this story again and again. Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner an
£6.27
Penguin Putnam Inc Alexs Good Fortune
Book SynopsisCelebrate Chinese New Year with this sweet story of friendship and family!In this story designed to engage early readers, charming characters combine with simple text, lively illustrations, and laugh-out-loud humor to help boost kids'' confidence and create lifelong readers!Chinese New Year is the most important holiday for Alex and her family, so it''s even more special when she gets to share her favorite traditions with her best friend, Ethan. Together, they join the Chinese New Year parade and get to help make the dragon dance. Then they prepare for the festivities by tidying up, decorating, and making dumplings. After that, it''s time to open red envelopes, eat a great big feast, and enjoy the lantern fesival! Complete with fun facts about the holiday in the back of the book, young readers will want to revisit this story again and again. Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner
£9.49
Random House USA Inc Halloween Party Blues Clues You
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£7.59
Random House USA Inc Deck the Halls with Elmo A Christmas SingAlong
Book SynopsisA fun board book version of the Christmas carol Deck the Halls starring Elmo and his Sesame Street friends.Get ready to welcome Elmo and his Sesame Street friends to your home this Christmas season with a delightful board book retelling the classic song Deck the Halls! Young girls and boys will love the sturdy pages and adorable photographs of Elmo, Cookie Monster, Grover, and the rest of their friends as they decorate for the holidays, exchange presents, and play in the snow. Makes a great Christmas gift!Look for these other Christmas titles starring Sesame Street''s Elmo and friends: Elmo''s 12 Days of Christmas, Elmo''s Christmas Snowman, and Elmo''s Countdown to Christmas.Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, aims to help kids grow smarter, stronger, and kinder through its many unique domestic and international initiatives. These projects cover a wide array of topics for families around the
£9.49
Random House USA Inc Christmas Is Coming PAW Patrol
Book SynopsisCelebrate Christmas with Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol in this storybook, which features a lift-the-flap holiday countdown calendar!It's time for the Adventure Bay Holiday Spectacular, and Marshall, Skye, Tracker, and the rest of the pups from Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol have a lot to do. Can they set up the stage, learn a song, and stop Mayor Humdinger's meddling in time for the show? Boys and girls ages 3 to 7 can join in the festivities in this hardcover storybook that includes a Christmas countdown calendar with flaps to lift.
£11.69
Random House USA Inc Dr. Seusss The Sounds of Grinchmas with 12 Silly
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£16.14
Penguin Putnam Inc Just One More Sleep
Book SynopsisIn a celebration of delayed gratification, New York Times bestselling duo Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell give readers a new self-help book for kids that explains why waiting can be wonderful - and can give you a reason to cheer all year round, from New Year's Day to Kwanzaa, and all the holidays in between.Trade ReviewPraise for Just One More Sleep:"Charming family fun." —Kirkus Reviews"Giddy expectation fills the pages of this anticipatory holiday bonanza from previous collaborators Curtis and Cornell. Busy, sometimes spattered watercolors with sketchy outlines supply an unrestrained energy . . . It’s a raucous celebration of celebration, and a reminder that good things can be worth the wait." —Publishers Weekly"An endearing book with lots of kid appeal." —School Library Journal
£14.39
Scholastic Mrs Claus Takes a Vacation
Book SynopsisTired that Santa gets to have all the fun, Mrs Claus decides it'stime for a change. She hitches up the reindeer to explore the world,leaving the North Pole and her husband behind. Mrs Claus loves travelling the globe, but she misses Santa as muchas Santa misses her. Will she be home in time for Christmas?
£9.93
Workman Publishing Eyelike Stickers Halloween
Book SynopsisOver 400 irresistible, reusable, and collectible stickers to mix, match, and trade! Part of the bestselling Eyelike Stickers series, Eyelike Stickers: Halloween is full of bright, bold, photographic and illustrated stickers featuring spooky cats, bats, pumpkins, and more! 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.
£6.99
Workman Publishing Eyelike Stickers Christmas
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.
£7.83
Running Press,U.S. Lil Air Force Pilot
Book SynopsisCelebrate real-life heroes in the US Air Force with this early introduction board book series to the US military branches. The Mini Military series focuses on introducing young readers to the various branches of the US military. Lil'' Air Force Pilot highlights what it''s like to be in the US Air Force, focusing on uniforms and flight gear, and introducing toddlers to military vehicles, such as the fighter jets, helicopters, and bombers. Perfect for military families, those with veterans in their family, or for anyone looking to expose their youngest readers to parts of American society, this book and the series is sure to inspire and celebrate our brave service men and women.
£8.49
Running Press,U.S. The Grumbles
Book SynopsisAre you trying to teach your family about gratitude? The Grumbles are here to help . . . they just don't know it yet!The Grumble family tried not to complain but bills and laundry and sibling squabbles kept everyone rumbling. When Grandma Grateful comes for a visit, things change. Bestselling authors Tricia Goyer and Amy Parker team up to spread an attitude of gratitude. The Grumbles teach children: how to approach life with a gracious mindset about core Christian values how to seek out the goodness in everything and identify blessings This picture book is perfect for: ages 4 to 8 a classroom story time focused on thankfulness, kindness, or gratitude reading aloud together as a bedtime story birthdays, holiday gift giving, or as an addition to your home library The Grumbles is a sweet, simple, and silly story about how to turn grumbles into gratefulness.
£13.49
Running Press,U.S. Every Days a Holiday
Book SynopsisA whimsical picture book about a young girl counting down to her birthday while learning about all the other wonderful celebrations to be had throughout the year.All kids ask a lot of questions, but Winnie is stuck on one in particular: 'Is it my birthday yet?' To show her the excitement in other days, Winnie's mom introduces her to holidays from all around the world. They celebrate everything from National Popcorn Day to Lost Sock Memorial Day! This adorable book is equal parts fun and informative, for fans of National Regular Ordinary Day by Lisa Katzenberger.
£13.49
Running Press,U.S. Silent Night
Book SynopsisShare the joy and magic of the Christmas season with this whimsical, dream-like board book while singing along to a Christmas classic, 'Silent Night.'Step into a snow-blanketed, wintery night in this beautiful, giftable board book. Featuring creatures great and small, kids and their parents will enjoy singing along to the words of 'Silent Night' while they prepare to celebrate the Christmas season.
£8.49
Running Press,U.S. Piney the Lonesome Pine
Book SynopsisHoliday traditions come in all shapes and sizes in this fun adventure following a little sapling on a journey to become an amazing Christmas tree. Piney the Pine Tree has only ever wanted to be one thing: a special Christmas tree for a little girl named Georgie who planted him as a seed on her Grandpa Sid’s Christmas tree farm. Finally, the winter arrives when Piney is ready to make his dream come true, but he is accidentally loaded onto a truck and whisked away from the tree farm! Thus begins Piney’s adventure to find Georgie’s house and to become her Christmas tree. Along with Georgie’s dog, Jackster, Piney travels from a recycling truck to a bus to a pine forest to a small village. In the end, Piney realizes that although he longed to be a Christmas tree, there may be something even better for him. Piney’s unexpected journey is filled with love, hope, and inspiration. Based on the Emmy® nominated special Piney: The L
£12.99
Running Press,U.S. Raagas Song
Book SynopsisFor fans of Sugar in Milk and Festival of Colors, this celebration of the Diwali holiday is interwoven with an empowering folktale that teaches the importance of being true to oneself. Raaga has always dreamed of singing at the annual Diwali mela at the Royal Place. Ever since she was a little girl, her grandfather would tell her the story of how Lord Rama and his army slew the ten-headed demon Ravana (the story for which Diwali is celebrated today). While young Raaga has always suffered from stage fright, the more Raaga practices with her grandfather, the larger her audience grows, like her own little army. When the day of the audition comes, Raaga takes to the stage in front of her family and friends. But the ten judges tower over her like Ravana and taunt her: 'You are the color of a moonless night,' one says. 'Can you really sing?' It will take all of Raaga's courage and the support of her 'army' to summon the strength of Lord Rama a
£13.49
Running Press,U.S. Joy to the World
Book SynopsisJoy to the world, the Lord is come in this celebratory new Christmas board book! Heaven and nature sing a celebration to the birth of Jesus in this joyful, uplifting, and bright board book. Enchanting illustrations featuring furry, feathery, and cozy woodland creatures by Sara Gianassi make this a new family classic to read each Christmas season.
£6.99
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Halloween Sleepwalker
Book SynopsisAre ghosts, witches, and scary creatures real? Around the fireside, Shelby Sherman Sanford''s family is talking about their Halloween fears. Mother, father, and older sister confess their frights, but Shelby says he is not afraid of anything he wants to go out for a walk! Later that night, when the clock strikes twelve, it seems Shelby gets his chance to prove himself, as he finds himself outside in the neighbor''s corn field. A young witch welcomes him with an enchanted apple and one bite gives him the second sight of ghosts and monsters. A ride on the witch''s broom carries Shelby over the graveyard, past the church, and crashing into a tree to begin his adventure. But is it real or a dream?
£14.39
Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Visit
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£14.39
Abrams A Sweet Passover
Book SynopsisIn this charming and humorous story, Miriam discoverswith the help of her family and a little matzah breadthe true meaning and importance of Passover. Miriam loves spending time with her family during Passover, and all week long she is happy to eat lots of matzah. But when she wakes up on the last day of the holiday, she is sick of matzah and refuses to eat it ever again. Then Grandpa makes his special matzah brei for the whole family, and Miriam learns there's more to Passover than just the matzah.Award-winning illustrator David Slonim brings to life this story by celebrated author Lesléa Newman. The book includes a recipe for matzah brei, a brief summary of the Passover holiday, and a glossary of terms.Praise for ASweet PassoverDeliciously traditional. Kirkus ReviewsAwardsSydney Taylor Book Award - Notable book, Younger Readers Category, 2013
£13.67
Pan Macmillan Can You Find The Easter Bunny
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.
£7.59
Simon & Schuster Ltd Only for the Holidays
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
£8.54
Penguin Random House Children's UK Hey Duggee Happy Birthday Tag
Book SynopsisToday is a very special day . . . it''s Tag''s birthday! What has Duggee got in mind for a surprise? A very bouncy present, that''s what!Join everyone''s favourite dog in this adorable tale for budding young Squirrels!
£6.30
Penguin Random House Children's UK Hey Duggee Duggees Easter
Book SynopsisIt''s Easter at Duggee''s Squirrel Club!Chicken has lost her eggs, so it''s time for an egg hunt! Can the Squirrels solve the mystery of Chicken''s missing eggs?Featuring all of your favourite characters from the triple BAFTA-winning CBeebies show, this new adorable board book story is perfect for little Hey Duggee fans at Easter.
£6.30
Penguin Random House Children's UK Hey Duggee Duggees Birthday Presents LifttheFlap
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!
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Hey Duggee Duggees Night Before Christmas
Book SynopsisDiscover the magic of Christmas eve with Duggee and the Squirrels.''Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the clubhouse, not a Squirrel was stirring, not even a mouse. It''s Christmas Eve and the Squirrels are tucked up in bed fast asleep. Suddenly a noise outside wakes them up . . . Who could it be?Happy Woofmas to all, and to all a good night!Want more Duggee? Also available:Hey Duggee: Countdown to Christmas: A lift-the-flap bookHey Duggee: Duggee''s ChristmasHey Duggee Advent CalendarHey Duggee: Happy Christmas Sticker Colouring BookHey Duggee: Duggee and the Christmas Badge
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Hey Duggee The Halloween Badge
Book SynopsisDuggee and the Squirrels are getting ready for Halloween!The clubhouse is decorated, the Squirrels are in Halloween costumes, but they''ve forgotten to make Halloween treats for trick-or-treaters!Join Duggee and the Squirrels and get baking to earn your Halloween Badge. What spooktacular treats will Duggee and the Squirrels make for their friends? Want more Duggee? Also available:Hey Duggee: Duggee''s HalloweenHey Duggee: Spooky Fun: A Lift-the-Flap BookHey Duggee: The Best Scarecrow Ever
£7.59
Abrams Here Is the World a Year of Jewish Holidays
Book Synopsis Lesléa Newman’s picture book Here Is the World is a joyous celebration of the Jewish holidays throughout the year for young children that’s “both lovely and eminently useful” (Kirkus Reviews)—illustrated by Susan Gal. Here is the world, ever changing and new,Spinning with joy at the wonder of you! Beginning with the weekly observance of Shabbat, readers join a family through the holidays and the corresponding seasons. From sounding the shofar on Rosh Hashanah to lighting the menorah for Chanukah to rattling a grogger for Purim, and on through the Jewish year, the joy and significance of each holiday beautifully come to life. In addition to the narrative text, there is a description of each holiday in the back matter along with an easy craft or recipe. This is a book to introduce young ones to a year's worth of celebrations of the Jewish hTrade ReviewA distinctive and welcome addition. -- Teri Markson, Los Angeles Public Library * School Library Journal *These warm illustrations and cheery verses will likely build anticipation all year long. -- Sarah Hunter * Booklist *
£14.93
Abrams Miracle Man
Book Synopsis Discover the miracles of Jesus in this stunning picture book from award-winning author and illustrator John Hendrix. In this moving interpretation of the life and ministry of Jesus, John Hendrix brings to life the Biblical accounts of Jesus’s miracles, crucifixion, and resurrection. From the feeding of the five thousand to walking on water, this is a story of faith told through Jesus’s miraculous deeds. The story of the Miracle Man is one of the best known in human history, and it has been retold by countless writers and artists for more than 2,000 years. In this handsome edition, Hendrix brings his signature style—interweaving hand-lettering with original illustrations—to create a sophisticated approach that readers of all Christian denominations will find both extraordinary and inspirational. “These miracles give Hendrix the opportunity to showcase his inventive artwork, which Trade ReviewWhen he speaks, his words burst into teeming flights of butterflies, lightning bolts, monumental wood and stone letters, or page-filling arrays of exclamatory display type... Brief of text but memorably illustrated. * Kirkus *...These miracles give Hendrix the opportunity to showcase his inventive artwork, which forms letters from birds and butterflies and uses strong graphic elements to capture the wonder of Jesus’ life... a visually exciting and fresh take on the age-old story * Booklist *...Hendrix enhances pivotal moments through his customary use of bold, hand-lettered text, giving dramatic visual power to the godly force behind Jesus' words...an emotional and approachable account of the gospel that should have broad Christian appeal. * Publisher's Weekly *...Hendrix eloquently conveys the life-changing power of faith in this distinctive snapshot of the life and teachings of Jesus, providing an appealing introduction to more complete collections of Bible stories. * School Library Journal *Hendrix's retelling of the three years of Jesus' public ministry is clearly an authentic labor of love from the pen and brush of a true believer... * Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books *
£14.87
Abrams Merrytale An Abrams Trail Tale
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThe images are charming, from the wide-eyed deer of the forest to busy elves in the workshop. * Kirkus Reviews *A fun presentation with wonderful artwork. * School Library Journal *
£11.99
Abrams Happy Owloween A Halloween Story
Book SynopsisCelebrate Halloween with the Owl family in Happy Owl-oween!, a joyful, rhyming picture book. Follow along with the Owl family on Halloween as they plan their costumes, go trick-or-treating, and more! Laura Gehl’s lively rhyming text and Lydia Nichols’s vibrant illustrations make for a spirited read.“Families will have a hoot of a time reading this gentle introduction to the holiday.” —School Library JournalAlso available:Happy Llamakkah!: A Hanukkah StoryTrade ReviewFamilies will have a hoot of a time reading this gentle introduction to the holiday. * School Library Journal *
£9.89
Abrams Happy Llamakkah
Book SynopsisCelebrate Hanukkah with the Llama family in Happy Llamakkah!, a joyful, rhyming picture book. Follow along with the Llama family’s Hanukkah traditions as they light their menorah, spin the dreidel, fry latkes, and more. Laura Gehl’s lively rhyming text and Lydia Nichols’s vibrant illustrations make for a festive read. The book also features kid-friendly back matter, with expanded information on the holiday’s history and traditions.“The book’s funny premise—llama plus Hanukkah equal Llamakkah—pays off with an entertaining story of a llama family celebrating the Festival of Lights.” —Horn Book“A family of llamas observe Llamakkah in this brightly colored picture book that reminds readers about the coziness and joy of that Jewish holiday.” —School Library JournalAlso available:Happy Owl-owTrade ReviewThe book’s funny premise—llama plus Hanukkah equal Llamakkah— pays off with an entertaining story of a llama family celebrating the Festival of Lights. * Horn Book Magazine *A family of llamas observe Llamakkah in this brightly colored picture book that reminds readers about the coziness and joy of that Jewish holiday. * School Library Journal *
£8.84
Abrams Halloween Is a Treat A HelloLucky Book
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThis book is a laugh-out-loud, frothy treat brimming with the excitement of a Halloween party where all are invited to participate. * School Library Journal *
£8.02
Abrams The Most Haunted House in America
Book SynopsisA rollicking, spooky-fun trip through the most haunted home in America: the White House!It was late October, the moon was pale,late in October when it came by mail:a letter, a missive, a kind invitationto drum at THE MOST HAUNTED HOUSE IN THE NATION! When the Skeleton Drummers receive an invitation from the first lady to perform at the biggest Halloween party of a lifetime—or afterlife—the band must pack their instruments, rise from the earth, and prepare to rock the White House. With gusto and bone-rattling beats, the skeletonsBOOM! BANG! and CLANG! as the crowd of trick-or-treaters dance on the president’s lawn. But when the party moves inside, something’s not quite right: There’s a chill in the air and a prickle of fright. There’s one thing you might not know: The White House is haunted from top to toe! With rhyming, rhythmic text frTrade ReviewNo bones about it. This book has pep, drive, and the perfect vibe for the Halloween season. * Kirkus Reviews *The illustrations and narrative surrounding the most haunted house in America are more than enough to keep readers entertained. * School Library Journal *Gatlin’s digitally enhanced pencil and ink drawings depict a cheerily eerie, off-the-chain soiree that sprawls from the White House’s lawn and interiors. * Publishers Weekly *The text’s rhythm and rhyme capture the Skeleton Drummers’ beat, while the cartoon illustrations are a riot of movement and detail forged in Halloween hues. * Booklist *
£13.29
