Children’s / Teenage general interest: Communities, places and peoples
Candlewick Press,U.S. Two Speckled Eggs
Book SynopsisA birthday party sets the scene in this sweet and relatable story for anyone who’s ever been the odd girl out.It’s Ginger’s birthday, and she has to invite all the girls in her class to her party, including Lyla Browning. Lyla isn’t like the other girls: she smells like old leaves, doesn’t talk much, and once brought a tarantula to school for show-and-tell. On the day of the party, Lyla is much earlier than everyone else. But even after the others arrive, Ginger’s party doesn’t go quite the way she’d hoped: some of the girls change the rules to the games, and no one likes her silver and gold birthday cake — except Lyla. By the time Lyla gives Ginger her present — a tiny homemade nest with two delicious malted-milk eggs — Ginger begins to wonder: is being different really such a bad thing?
£13.49
Candlewick Press John Muir Americas First Environmentalist
Book SynopsisA useful introduction to Muir, the founding of the national parks, and the broader idea of environmentalism. — School Library Journal John Muir loved the land. Born in 1838, he was a writer, a scholar, an inventor, a shepherd, a farmer, and an explorer. But above all, he was a naturalist. John Muir was particularly devoted to the high cliffs, waterfalls, and ancient giant sequoia trees that, through his careful influence, were set aside as Yosemite, one of the first national parks in America. Here is the life story of the man who, moved by a commitment to wilderness everywhere, founded the Sierra Club in 1892, a conservation group that carries on his crucial work to this day. Back matter includes an epilogue, a bibliography, and information about the Sierra Club.
£8.69
Candlewick Press,U.S. Hong Kong and Macau A 3D Keepsake Cityscape
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£999.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. John Muir Candlewick Biographies
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£13.49
Candlewick Press,U.S. Berlin A 3D Keepsake Cityscape
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. Voice of Freedom Fannie Lou Hamer The Spirit of
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£17.09
Candlewick Press,U.S. Growing Up Pedro How the Martinez Brothers Made
Book SynopsisThe love between brothers is key to Matt Tavares’s tale of Dominican pitcher Pedro Martínez, from his days of throwing rocks at mangoes to his years as a major-league star.Before Pedro Martínez pitched the Red Sox to a World Series championship, before he was named to the All-Star team eight times, before he won the Cy Young three times, he was a kid from a place called Manoguayabo in the Dominican Republic. Pedro loved baseball more than anything, and his older brother Ramon was the best pitcher he’d ever seen. He’d dream of the day he and his brother could play together in the major leagues—and here, Matt Tavares tells the story of how that dream came true. In a fitting homage to a modern day baseball star, the acclaimed author-illustrator examines both Pedro Martínez’s improbable rise to the top of his game and the power that comes from the deep bond between brothers.
£16.19
Candlewick Press,U.S. Rio de Janeiro A 3D Keepsake Cityscape
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£999.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Secret World of Walter Anderson
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£13.49
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Secret World of Walter Anderson
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£6.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Australia A 3D Keepsake Country Guide
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. Peace Is a Chain Reaction How World War II
Book SynopsisFrom an award-winning author comes a vivid depiction of an act of war from opposing sides of the conflict in World War II—and a rare reconciliation and wish for peace that evolved years later.Adults wage war, while children are unwitting victims, pulled into a maelstrom of fear and hate without any choice. This is a story about two groups of teenagers on opposite sides of the world, forever connected by an act of war. It is a story about the adults some of those teens became, forever connected by acts of forgiveness, understanding, and peace. And it is a story about one remarkable man, whose heart belonged both to America and Japan, who put that peace and understanding in motion. Panning the camera wide, Tanya Lee Stone lays the global groundwork for the story’s context before zooming in on the lives of the people involved, providing an intimate look at how their changing perspectives impact their actions. Through meticulous research, interviews, and a
£21.24
Candlewick Press,U.S. Manatee Rescue
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£14.44
Candlewick Press,U.S. We Are Here to Stay Voices of Undocumented Young
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£19.79
Candlewick Press,U.S. In Search of Safety Voices of Refugees
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£22.49
Candlewick Press,U.S. Becoming Babe Ruth Candlewick Biographies
Book Synopsis“This exceptionally engaging chronicle recounts Ruth’s amazing rags-to-riches story. . . . Equally important, the art captures Ruth’s irrepressible personality and joy in playing baseball.” — Booklist (starred review)Before he becomes known as the Babe, George Herman Ruth is just a boy who lives in Baltimore and has a knack for getting into trouble. But when he turns seven, his father takes him to Saint Mary’s Industrial School for Boys, and his life is changed. Here, under the watchful eye of Brother Matthias, George evolves as an athlete and a man. With vivid illustrations and clear affection for his subject, Matt Tavares sheds light on an icon who learned early that life is what you make of it — and sends home a message about honoring the place you come from. Back matter includes an author’s note, Babe Ruth’s career statistics, and a bibliography.
£7.70
Candlewick Press,U.S. Freedom Soup
Book SynopsisJoin the celebration in the kitchen as a family makes their traditional New Year’s soup — and shares the story of how Haitian independence came to be.The shake-shake of maracas vibrates down to my toes.Ti Gran’s feet tap-tap to the rhythm.Every year, Haitians all over the world ring in the new year by eating a special soup, a tradition dating back to the Haitian Revolution. This year, Ti Gran is teaching Belle how to make the soup — Freedom Soup — just like she was taught when she was a little girl. Together, they dance and clap as they prepare the holiday feast, and Ti Gran tells Belle about the history of the soup, the history of Belle’s family, and the history of Haiti, where Belle’s family is from. In this celebration of cultural traditions passed from one generation to the next, Jacqueline Alcántara’s lush illustrations bring to life both Belle’s story and the story of the Haitian
£16.19
Candlewick Press,U.S. The Boy Who Dreamed of Infinity A Tale of the
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£16.19
Candlewick Press,U.S. Merci Suárez Cant Dance
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£17.09
Candlewick Press,U.S. Box Henry Brown Mails Himself to Freedom
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£16.19
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
£999.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Growing Up Pedro Candlewick Biographies
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£999.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. My Grandma and Me
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£16.14
Candlewick Press,U.S. A Walk in New York
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. My Day with the Panye
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£17.09
Candlewick Press,U.S. Gecko
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£15.29
Candlewick Press,U.S. Happy in Our Skin
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£7.99
Candlewick Press,U.S. Esos Zapatos
Book SynopsisIn this witty, wise picture book, Boelts presents a kid’s-eye view of a consumer fad that rages through school at gale force. — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review)Sueño con esos zapatos. Altos, negros. Dos franjas blancas. Todo lo que Jeremy quiere es un par de esos zapatos, como los que llevan puestos los otros chicos de su escuela. Pero su abuela le explica que ellos no están para hablar de «quiero», sino de «necesito», y lo que Jeremy necesita son unas botas nuevas para el invierno. En esta historia, tierna y real, de Maribeth Boelts, ilustrada por Noah Z. Jones, un niño comprende que las cosas que él tiene —unas botas abrigadas, una abuela que lo quiere y un buen amigo— son mucho más importantes que las cosas que él quiere.All Jeremy wants is a pair of those shoes, the ones everyo
£8.54
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Freestyle
Book SynopsisA thriller for young readers. Join Mitchell Burke, a 13-year-old boy from Maryland who stumbles into a dream portal that transports him to the 1820s, where he faces Patty Cannon, the legendary and ruthless slave kidnapper. Mitch tries to lead a normal life, but his nights are interrupted by dangerous adventures in his dreams and mysterious connections between Patty Cannon and his family. Learn how Mitch builds a stronger bond with this father, a reservist on active duty in the Middle East; resolves conflict; and experiences the truth about slaves crossing to freedom in Pennsylvania before the Civil War. Middle gradesages 10-13.
£13.29
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Chesapeake ABC
Book SynopsisPriscilla Cummings's Chadwick the Crab series has been a staple of Chesapeake juvenile literature for more than a decade. Now Ms. Cummings turns her hand to another classic genre, the ABC book, this one with a Chesapeake regional flavor. From A is for anchor to Z is for a zephyr, the sights, sounds, and feel of the Bay come through to the youngest of readers. This is a perfect way to introduce toddlers and preschoolers to the wonders of the alphabet and instill in them a love of the Chesapeake. (Also review its companion book, Chesapeake 1-2-3.) Whimsical drawings by David Aiken illustrate the verses about Chesapeake animals and things. Preschool to grade 2.
£10.44
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Chadwick Forever
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£8.99
Schiffer Publishing Ltd My Father Flies
Book SynopsisIndia, Africa, Australia, and a host of countries come to life as a devoted dad who travels the globe brings tales of his every adventure back to his young son. Each country's customs, cultures, and attractions are explored as the boy's father circles the earth and then takes a return trip to his most favorite spothome by his son's side. Illustrated with bright, entertaining images, this travel tale interweaves a world geography lesson, a spirit of discovery, and sweet story about a loving father-son relationship. Early readerages 5-8.
£15.19
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Americas Flag Story
Book SynopsisThe American flag waves in reverence for manyfor the immigrants who came and built a nation with hard work and ingenuity and for all who continue to defend and serve our nation. The verse and artwork resonate with the symbolism that represents the very characteristics of our nation and offers young readers a clear understanding of how one part of our country says so much.The flag represents the freedom, the endurance, and the indomitable courage that makes America the home of the free and brave.Trade Review[Illustrations] are stirring, respectful, and thoughtful. -- Kirkus Reviews
£15.19
Crabtree Publishing Co,US Abraham Lincoln
£12.26
Crabtree Publishing Company Whats in the Northeast
£999.99
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Explore Africa Explore the Continents 1
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£8.99
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Explore Antarctica
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£10.76
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Explore Asia
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£999.99
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada Explore Europe
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£999.99
Crabtree Publishing Company China The Culture Lands Peoples Cultures Lands
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£10.71
Abbeville Press Inc.,U.S. Legends of the NFL
Book SynopsisAn action-packed book on the biggest stars in NFL history.Legends of the NFL profiles 28 top retired players, from the gridiron greats of past generations, like Joe Montana and Jim Brown, to recent superstars like Randy Moss and Tom Brady.Filled with fascinating stories about these legends' early lives, their unique playing styles, and their defining moments on the field, this book will delight young football fans. It is illustrated throughout with colourful photographs and also includes each player's key stats.Legends of the NFL joins Abbeville's growing lineup of sports books for young readers, including Stars of the NFL, Legends of the NBA, Stars of World Soccer, and Legends of Major League Baseball.
£999.99
Abbeville Publishing Group Stars of the NFL
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£14.36
DK Minnie and Moo Go to Paris 04 Minnie and Moo DK
Book SynopsisGetting there is half the fun with this pair, and along the way (past an electrical tower they think is the Eiffel Tower), Minnie and Moo pick up a busload of equally adventurous animal friends from nearby Africa World, careen through a car wash they believe is China, and find themselves trading stories under a night sky in what they hope is America. The power and appeal of story itself has rarely been funnier—or sweeter—than in this slapstick extravaganza.
£6.61
DK DK Readers L4 The Story of Muhammad Ali
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£999.99
National Geographic Kids A Cool Drink of Water Barbara Kerley Photo
Book SynopsisAn Italian boy sips from a fountain in the town square. A hiker takes a refreshing drink from a mountain stream. Black-robed women in India stride gracefully through a field with brass water jugs balanced on their heads. Whether they squeeze it out of a burlap bag, haul it home from a communal tap, or get it out of their kitchen faucet, people all around the world are unified by their common need for water. Barbara Kerley brings home this point simply and eloquently in this beautiful and educational picture book that combines striking National Geographic photographs with a poetic text to show how people in various cultures use and conserve the world's most vital resource.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
£8.22
National Geographic Kids Revolutionary John Adams The
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£7.55
National Geographic Kids 1621 A New Look at Thanksgiving National
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£7.95
National Geographic Kids The World Made New Why the Age of Exploration
Book SynopsisNational Geographic has always given readers the bigger picture of our world. Now The World Made New shows children the bigger context of American history. Written by award-winning children's author Marc Aronson and John W. Glenn, this innovative title will lead children through the causes and consequences of the defining age of exploration. Its unique approach will provide children with new ways of thinking about and learning from history, and instill a lasting sense of our country's past.The World Made New provides a detailed account of the charting of the New World and the long-term effects of America's march into history. The text uses primary sources to bring history to life and features evocative profiles of the major explorers of the age. The book is beautifully illustrated with full-color artwork, multiple-time lines, and six custom National Geographic maps. The text and layout combine to provide an enlightening overview of New World exploration, and outli
£14.29
