Children’s / Teenage general interest: City and town life
Innovation Fountain Exploring Cities Bedtime Rhymes: From the Cities of the Past to the Smart Cities of Tomorrow
£11.68
Nosy Crow Make Tracks: Cars
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£10.44
Nosy Crow Make Tracks: Building Site
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£10.44
Little, Brown & Company The Bronx Is My Home
Book SynopsisWelcome to The Bronx, New York! Discover the history, landscape, cuisines, cultures, and activities unique to the Bronx in this winning picture book celebration of hometown pride. There's only one place where you can see bodegas and businesses bustling on every street, taste the most delicious empanadas in the world, smell the salty sea air of Pelham Bay, and pet horses at the Bronx Equestrian Center. From sunrise to sunset, Santiago and Mami have many treasures to enjoy in their neighborhood on a beautiful Saturday, including colorful birds on the Siwanoy Trail and fresh cannolis on Arthur Avenue. This energetic and joyful family story offers both a journey through and a love letter to this special borough. The Bronx Is My Home is a dynamic read-aloud and a heartfelt invitation to all, for readers of My Papi Has a Motorcycle and Saturday.
£14.24
Little, Brown & Company When the Stars Came Home
Book SynopsisA 2023 Horn Book Fanfare title • A Center for the Study of Multicultural Children’s Literature Best Book of 2023 • A CCBC Choices Best Book of 2023 ★ 'A moving portrait about discovering what home means.'—Kirkus Reviews, starred review ★ 'Highly recommended.”—School Library Journal, starred review ★ “Luby’s lyrical text and Donovan’s vibrant…illustrations combine to powerfully convey universal themes about change and the strength of family.”—Horn Book, starred reviewA heartwarming look at how the comfort of tradition and story can create a true sense of belonging, told through an Indigenous lens. When Ojiig moves to the city with his family, he misses everything they left behind. Most of all, he misses the sparkling night sky. Without the stars watching over him, he feels lost. His parents try to help, but nothing seems to work. Not glow-in-the-dark sticker stars, not a star-shaped nightlight. But then they have a new idea for how to make Ojiig feel better — a special quilt stitched through with family stories that will wrap Ojiig in the warmth of knowing who he is and where he came from. Join this irresistible family as they discover the power of story and tradition to make a new place feel like home.
£14.24
Workman Publishing Origami City
Book Synopsis Fold it. Design it. Play with it. This amazing origami city, with 75 fold-by-number origami models, is yours! Do you want an ice-cream shop right next to school? Or a limo waiting outside your driveway, ready to take you anywhere? Go for it! Created by certified origami genius, Taro Yaguchi––who has not only mastered the ancient Japanese art of paper folding, but now introduces his own innovation called Fold-by-Number––Origami City will have you building every part of a paper-folded city: an eleven-story apartment building, a town airport complete with a plane, cars, a train, an ice cream truck, trees, cats, dogs, a rabbit, and even little chipmunks that play in the park. And you’re in charge. It’s like being an architect, an engineer, a builder, an urban planner, and a mayor all in one. The kit includes 75 models to fold (with step-by-step instructions), 104 sheets of specially printed origami paper with numbers and lines for folding, and a full-color foldout play mat with roads and more.
£18.04
Museyon Guides Mailbox in the Forest
Book SynopsisA whimsical story about an unusual friendship, and one girl's discovery of the joy that letter writing can bring. While spending a vacation with her grandparents, Mayu, a Japanese first-grader, finds a mysterious mailbox in the forest near their house. She writes a letter and leaves it in the box. The next day she is surprised to find a letter addressed to her. She responds and a friendship develops between the two letter writers. But who could this mysterious friend be? Mayu discovers who he is, and discovers the joys of writing and receiving letters. And when the time comes to go back home, she and her forest friend find an unexpected way to exchange letters and to continue their friendship. Illustrated in the whimsical style that won Kazue Takahashi accolades for her Kuma-Kuma Chan books, The Mailbox in the Forest offers a delightful look into the everyday life of a Japanese girl - with a little magic added! AGES: 4 to 8 AUTHOR: Kyoko Hara was born in Tokyo and graduated from Wako University with a degree in art. In 1978 she won the Kodansha Children's Literature Prize in the KFS Contest. Among her many titles are Haru ni aeta yo (We Met Spring)and Kuma no Bear to chiisana Tatan (Kuma the Bear and Tiny Tatan) series. When she was a child, she wanted to become a fashion designer and did not like writing at all. Kazue Takahashi made her debut as a picture-book author with acclaimed Kuma-Kuma Chan, The Little Bear in 2001. Her picture books include Risu denwa (The Squirrel Telephone System) and Ne, ohanashi kikasete (Read Me a Story, with Kyoko Hara). Takahashi's illustrations embody kawaii - the quality of being cute and adorable, which is prominent in Japanese popular culture.
£12.34
Museyon The Secret Forest Friends
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£12.34
Tilbury House,U.S. Miss Pinkeltinks Purse
Book SynopsisTrade Review"The concept of homelessness is brought down to the youngest child's level. This is a nonthreatening and simple introduction to the topic for young children who have no prior exposure to homelessness. Simplistic but heartfelt, earnest, and a discussion starter." -- Kirkus"...A beautiful example of how we can and should all help each other regardless of our differences. This book fills the need for stories that demonstrate civic engagement, what it might be like to be homeless and all alone in the world, and that one person absolutely can make a difference. -- Starred Review" -- Sandy Kelly, JVFletcher Library, Westford, MA - Youth Services Book Review"With her patchwork dress, messy gray bun, and reading glasses, Miss Pinkeltink resembles everyone’s favorite granny in this rhyming, warmhearted introduction to charity, social outreach, and homelessness. It includes links to organizations created by young people and helpful tips for families and children interested in making a difference in their communities." -- Foreword Review
£13.29
WW Norton & Co Everything Naomi Loved
Book SynopsisThis richly crafted portrayal of community and friendship is an ode to those most affected by changing cities.
£14.24
Ekare Domingo en el Mercado
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£13.48
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Biscuit Visits the Big City
Book SynopsisFor fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody’s favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure!The city is a big, busy place for a little yellow puppy. From gazing at the tops of tall buildings to chasing pigeons across crowded sidewalks, there''s so much to do! There are more people than Biscuit''s ever seen before, too -- and so many new friends to make!Biscuit Visits the Big City, a My First I Can Read book, is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it''s perfect for shared reading with emergent readers.
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Biscuit Visits the Big City
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£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc How a City Works
Book SynopsisRead and find out about how cities work in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book.Millions of people live in cities around the world, but have you ever wondered how cities work?
£8.72
HarperCollins Publishers Inc I Want to Be a Scientist
Book SynopsisWhether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.For anyone looking for books about community helpers for kids, the I Can Read My Community books are a great choice.Trade ReviewDriscoll distills complicated ideas about science professions into simple sentences for understanding and readability. A good choice as part of a series that can help establish a core collection of early reader titles. — School Library Journal An appealing choice from the My Community subset of the I Can Read series. — Booklist Jaunty, stylized illustrations support the story’s upbeat tone. From patients and visitors to staff, character portrayal is diverse in terms of race, age, and body type. An informative beginning-reader story from the I Can Read! series. — Booklist The illustrations are expressive, colorful and seem to flow through the different parts of the hospital... VERDICT: A solid addition prescribed for all beginning reader and community helper collections. — School Library Journal Aspiring young scientists, take heed! . . . An informative and accessible child’s-eye view of STEM careers. — Kirkus Reviews
£6.96
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Trusty Town Hall
Book SynopsisFans of Richard Scarry’s Busy, Busy World will enjoy this fun, interactive Community Helpers picture book that introduces children to everyone who works together within the local government.Welcome to Trusty Town Hall! Everyone here helps keep the town of Honey Hill running smoothly. Marco’s father is running for mayor. Sadie and her grandma are collecting materials from the recycling center to create an art installation. Chloe’s visiting her mom, the fire chief. What will they experience on their visit to town hall? This interactive book is perfect for kids to learn about the different jobs in their local government. Includes a detailed glossary, counting prompts, and search-and-find elements.Don’t miss these interactive and informative picture books by Lindsay Ward: Helping Hospital: A Community Helpers Book The Capitol: A Meet the Nation’s Capitol BoTrade Review[An] an upbeat, inclusive depiction [of town halls]. Positive reinforcement for the notion that government is by, as well as of and for, the people. — Kirkus Reviews
£15.11
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Blackout
Book SynopsisSix critically acclaimed, bestselling, and award-winning authors bring the glowing warmth and electricity of Black teens in love to this charming, hilarious, and heartwarming novel that shines a bright light through the dark.A summer heatwave blankets New York City in darkness. But as the city is thrown into confusion, a different kind of electricity sparks…A first meeting. Long-time friends. Bitter exes. And maybe the beginning of something new.When the lights go out, people reveal hidden truths. Love blossoms, friendship transforms, and new possibilities take flight.Beloved authors—Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon—celebrate the beauty of six couples and the unforgettable magic that can be found on a sweltering starry night in the city.
£16.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Blackout
Book SynopsisSix critically acclaimed, bestselling, and award-winning authors bring the glowing warmth and electricity of Black teens in love to this charming, hilarious, and heartwarming novel that shines a bright light through the dark.A summer heatwave blankets New York City in darkness. But as the city is thrown into confusion, a different kind of electricity sparks…A first meeting. Long-time friends. Bitter exes. And maybe the beginning of something new.When the lights go out, people reveal hidden truths. Love blossoms, friendship transforms, and new possibilities take flight.Beloved authors—Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon—celebrate the beauty of six couples and the unforgettable magic that can be found on a sweltering starry night in the city.
£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Whiteout
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£14.39
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Home
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£999.99
Poppy Books Gossip Girl All I Want Is Everything
Book SynopsisFrom Park Avenue parties to piña coladas, no one rings in the new year like Blair and Serena. The wickedly funny third book in the #1 New York Times bestselling series that inspired the original hit CW show and the HBO Max series.It''s Christmastime and Blair and Serena are best friends again, and up to their old tricks -- partying hard and breaking hearts from Park Avenue to the Caribbean. Blair''s mom and Cyrus are having their honeymoon in Salt Key. And when school lets out for the holiday, Blair, Serena, Aaron, and company head down there to blow off steam after their midterm exams.In between piña coladas and topless sunbathing, Blair and Serena plot revenge on super-jerk Chuck Bass. Everyone jets back to NYC for Serena''s New Year''s party, during which Nate and Blair may or may not finally go all the way . . . and Serena may or may not be discovered to be the secret fling of Hollywood''s hottest young leading man.
£16.29
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers The Midnight Brigade
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£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Im Up
Book Synopsiswill help your baby learn new words and routines while you read. Sweet, humorous, and adorable, Antoinette Portis's illustrations and simple text are perfect for fans of the Sheep in a Jeep and Llama Llama series, and Leslie Patricelli's board books.Trade Review"A masterclass on how to create the ideal board book. It really is." — Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production (SLJ blog)
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Nana in the City
Book SynopsisA magical picture book, in which a young boy visits his nana and is frightened to find that the city where she lives is filled with noise and crowds and scary things. Then his Nana makes him a special cape to help him be brave, and soon the everyday sights and sounds of the city are not scary, but wonderful.Trade Review"[Nana in the City] deserves a place on the shelf of classic New York City picture books." — Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Castillo's soft, warmly colored art expresses the child's changing feelings about the city while also depicting the characters' close bond." — Kirkus Reviews "A fine example of how firsthand experience can overcome initial fear." — School Library Journal "A rewarding picture book with a vibrant setting." — Booklist "The accessible story arc outlines worthwhile messages about openness to new experiences and changing one's persepctive, all couched in the security of spending time with a loved one." — Horn Book Magazine
£999.99
Clarion Books El Camioncito Azul Abre El Camino Little Blue
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£999.99
Random House USA Inc All Are Neighbors
Book SynopsisWhen a new family moves in, the whole neighborhood comes together to celebrate their diverse community in this uplifting new book from the bestselling creators of All Are Welcome!Let’s go walking down our street.Friends and neighbors here to greet.There are oh so many folks to meet.We all are neighbors here.Moving to a new place can be hard, but when your neighbors welcome you with open arms, there are so many things to discover and celebrate. Come along with the kids from the bestsellers of All Are Welcome and Big Feelings as they introduce the new kid to a community where everyone has a place and is loved and appreciated—no matter what.
£17.09
Random House USA Inc All Are Neighbors
Book SynopsisWhen a new family moves in, the whole neighborhood comes together to celebrate their diverse community in this uplifting new book from the bestselling creators of All Are Welcome!Let’s go walking down our street.Friends and neighbors here to greet.There are oh so many folks to meet.We all are neighbors here.Moving to a new place can be hard, but when your neighbors welcome you with open arms, there are so many things to discover and celebrate. Come along with the kids from the bestsellers of All Are Welcome and Big Feelings as they introduce the new kid to a community where everyone has a place and is loved and appreciated—no matter what.
£20.89
Penguin Young Readers We Share This School
Book SynopsisA rhyming, heartfelt celebration of school communities and the vital role they play in young children’s lives.This formative board book is an appreciation of school communities and the many ways in which they help develop empathy, compassion, and collective responsibility. Through a handful of specific yet universal school scenarios, young readers will understand what it means to be a part of a school community and celebrate how to share with and care for one another. Trade Review"A portrait of a welcoming community that demonstrates the values of care and inclusion." --Kirkus"A charming introduction to the big idea of school, and an angle that will resonate: it’s not the building but the people that make up a school." --School Library Journal
£999.99
HarperCollins City Green
Book Synopsis“An optimistic tale that manages to be both encouraging yet realistic about how to do some good in your very own backyard.” —KirkusCelebrate the 25th anniversary of City Green—the environmentally and community-conscious classic that shows the wonderful things kids can do when they put their minds to it—with this new paperback edition.Right in the middle of Marcy’s city block is a vacant lot, littered and forlorn. Sometimes just looking at it makes Marcy feel sad. Then one spring, Marcy has a wonderful idea: Instead of a useless lot, why not a green and growing space for everyone to enjoy?With her warm, hopeful text and inviting illustrations, DyAnne Disalvo-Ryan shows how a whole neighborhood blossoms when people join together and get involved.
£999.99
Kingfisher This Is Our World
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£15.29
Kingfisher This Is Our World
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£10.44
Pebble Books ScoobyDoo Explores the Neighborhood
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£999.99
Pebble Books ScoobyDoo Explores the Neighborhood
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£28.19
Pebble Books ScoobyDoo Explores Cities
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£999.99
Pebble Books ScoobyDoo Explores Cities
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£999.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Demolition
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. Maude the NotSoNoticeable Shrimpton
Book SynopsisLauren Child teams up with a debut illustrator to tell a cautionary tale about the surprising perils of craving constant attention.Meet the Shrimpton family — so talented, so eccentric, so larger than life, you couldn’t miss them if you wanted to. Mrs. Shrimpton wears flamboyant hats, and Mr. Shrimpton’s moustache makes quite a statement. The youngsters each have a stand-out quality: beauty, dancing, singing, a sense of humor that’s a laugh a minute. Indeed, the Shrimptons live to be noticed — all that is, except Maude, who prefers to blend into the wallpaper. But when Maude receives a ferocious tiger for her birthday instead of the goldfish she asked for, might her talent for blending in come in handy? With stylized artwork evoking both Vogue magazine and Edward Gorey, here is a story to bring a smile to all the quiet stars among us.
£15.29
Candlewick Press,U.S. Demolicion
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. Angel in Beijing
Book SynopsisIn a lost-and-found tale that soars far beyond just a happy ending, Taiwanese fine artist Belle Yang pays affectionate homage to the city of Beijing.In busy Beijing, New Year’s Eve firecrackers scare a stray white cat into the courtyard of a young girl. The two become fast friends, riding the girl’s bike through the city and seeing all kinds of people and things. Trrrring-trrrring! the girl chimes with her bicycle bell. Niaow-niaow! answers Kitty. On the day of the Dragon Boat Festival, the girl and the cat watch the kites soaring above crowded, chaotic Tiananmen Square. Kitty is enthralled by the enormous, colorful dragon kite, and she leaps to catch it as it sails up into the sky — taking Kitty with it and carrying her out of sight! The girl searches the city, visiting all their favorite spots and ringing her bell along the way, but Kitty is nowhere to be found. Will the two ever be reunited? Or could another unexpected friendship be in
£15.29
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Blanket Where Violet Sits
Book SynopsisCozy and expansive at once, this warm bedtime book reminds us that our aspirations—no matter how big—deserve the universe.A gorgeous picture-book ode to wonder and safety, told in cumulative rhyme and with earthy illustrations evoking brick brownstones and crisp autumn skies. In a galaxy spiraling white, on a small blue planet with a moon so pretty, in a green park in a bustling city, a little girl sits on a blanket with her family, eating a sandwich, an apple, and chips. Equipped with telescope and space book, Violet gazes up into the great beyond, imagining a rocket ride to the stars . . . and a soft, sleepy return to her blanket. Lyrical and meditative, this is the perfect picture book to savor and share during a late-night picnic under the moon—or anytime.
£16.19
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Stars Just Up the Street
Book SynopsisA grandpa’s memories of brilliant night skies inspire a little girl to take action in a tale for budding community organizers and star lovers alike.Mabel loves stars. She counts five from her window and thirty-seven from her backyard. But her grandfather tells her that, as a child, he could see thousands. Could it be true? Mabel climbs a hill looking for more stars — only to discover that the glow from the nearby town makes them hard to see. What would it take for her neighbors to turn off their lights, just for one night, so that everyone could see the starlit sky? Sue Soltis’s tale of a young activist and Christine Davenier’s luminous illustrations will leave readers curious about the dark-sky movement — and the wonder that is waiting for them just up the street.
£15.29
Penguin Putnam Inc Glasswings
Book SynopsisClaire, a glasswing butterfly whose transparent wings reflect her lush home, finds herself lost in the city after being separated from her family. She doesn’t know how they will ever see her, but she finds new city friends, a pigeon, an ant, and a ladybug, who search for the flowers Claire needs to live. They come upon a tiny urban garden, and as Claire drinks from the flowers’ nectar, she pollinates more flowers. Soon the garden—and Claire''s clear wings—fill with color, allowing her family to recognize her at last. Together they create an oasis for all to enjoy. Facts about glasswing butterflies and pollination complete this beautiful and educational picture book. Kleven’s latest offering is as colorful and delicate as a butterfly’s wings—a treasure that can be cherished for years.
£16.19
Chronicle Books Jacob Lawrence City Board Book
Book SynopsisBusy city! Beep, beep, beep!Jacob Lawrence''s exuberant artwork guides readers through a bustling city, complete with builders rat-a-tatting and children playing in the streets. With rhythmic text and 11 iconic paintings, this book is both an introduction to an influential artist and a celebration of city life.
£9.03
Holiday House Inc Here Is Big Bunny
Book SynopsisEven the youngest readers can follow Big Bunny through the city in this brightly illustrated Level A reader! Here is a foot. . . . and another foot. Through windows, behind trees, and behind buildings, Big Bunny is peeking out. More than one hundred fifty colorful animal characters, busily walking through their city, stop and look at the giant bunny in their midst. What could all of these clues add up to? Why, it''s Big Bunny—a huge balloon, sailing down the street with a smile in the middle of a parade! Beginning readers will love searching through Steve Henry''s detailed spreads for hints, looking for Big Bunny in each spread. The text features brief, simple sentences with no more than one word changing from page to page, making this one of the first books a child will be able to read on their own. For older readers, an author''s note explains the inspiration behind the story, artistic influences, and some of the unexpected treasure
£7.59
Holiday House Inc Here Is Big Bunny
Book SynopsisEven the youngest readers can follow Big Bunny through the city in this brightly illustrated Level A reader—now in a kid-friendly 6x9 format. Here is a foot. . . . and another foot. Through windows, behind trees, and behind buildings, Big Bunny is peeking out. More than one hundred fifty colorful animal characters, busily walking through their city, stop and look at the giant bunny in their midst. What could all of these clues add up to? Why, it''s Big Bunny—a huge balloon, sailing down the street with a smile in the middle of a parade! Beginning readers will love searching through Steve Henry''s detailed spreads for hints, looking for Big Bunny in each spread. The text features brief, simple sentences with no more than one word changing from page to page, making this one of the first books a child will be able to read on their own. For older readers, an author''s note explains the inspiration behind the story, artist
£6.47
Red Deer Press Just a Kid
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£11.66
Scribble & Sons The Flower Man
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£16.10
Palgrave USA Chinatown
Book SynopsisChinatown. City within a city. Home to street cobblers and herbalists, tai chi masters and kung fu students, outdoor fish markets and lots and lots of restaurants. And best of all, when the Chinese New Year begins there''s a New Year''s Day parade, complete with a lion dance.Young readers will be equally fascinated by the tour of this colorful neighborhood--and by their tour guide and his grandma who live there.
£7.99
