Children’s / Teenage general interest: Communities, places and peoples
Archway A Dairy Farm ABC Book
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Simon & Schuster Ali
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Simon & Schuster Sweet Secrets
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Simon & Schuster The Coconut Clue
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£6.64
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books SOLVING THE PUZZLE UNDER THE SEA
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£13.78
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Pinstripe Pride
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£14.39
Simon & Schuster Threads of Peace
Book Synopsis“Inviting and original.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Mohandas Gandhi and Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. both shook and changed the world in their quest for peace among all people, but what threads connected these great activists together in their shared goal of social revolution?A lawyer and activist, tiny of stature with giant ideas, in British-ruled India at the beginning of the 20th century. A minister from Georgia with a thunderous voice and hopes for peace at the height of the civil rights movement in America. Born more than a half-century apart, with seemingly little in common except one shared wish, both would go on to be icons of peaceful resistance and human decency. Both preached love for all human beings, regardless of race or religion. Both believed that freedom and justice were won by not one, but many. Both met their ends in the most unpeaceful of ways—assassination. But what led thTrade ReviewHistory has been carefully intertwined with the present in this engaging and reflective book. -- Kirkus Reviews, *STARRED REVIEW* * July 1, 2021 *A reflective presentation that will inspire young peacemakers. -- Booklist *STARRED REVIEW* * August 1, 2021 *An in-depth and well-researched volume that complements existing YA biographies on these two individuals by forging a little-known connection between American Black activism and the Indian nonviolent movement. -- School Library Journal * October 1, 2021 *
£18.99
Simon & Schuster Threads of Peace
Book Synopsis“Inviting and original.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Mohandas Gandhi and Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. both shook and changed the world in their quest for peace among all people, but what threads connected these great activists together in their shared goal of social revolution? A lawyer and activist, tiny of stature with giant ideas, in British-ruled India at the beginning of the 20th century. A minister from Georgia with a thunderous voice and hopes for peace at the height of the civil rights movement in America. Born more than a half-century apart, with seemingly little in common except one shared wish, both would go on to be icons of peaceful resistance and human decency. Both preached love for all human beings, regardless of race or religion. Both believed that freedom and justice were won by not one, but many. Both met their ends in the most unpeaceful of ways—assassination.Trade ReviewHistory has been carefully intertwined with the present in this engaging and reflective book. -- Kirkus Reviews, *STARRED REVIEW* * July 1, 2021 *A reflective presentation that will inspire young peacemakers. -- Booklist *STARRED REVIEW* * August 1, 2021 *An in-depth and well-researched volume that complements existing YA biographies on these two individuals by forging a little-known connection between American Black activism and the Indian nonviolent movement. -- School Library Journal * October 1, 2021 *
£7.59
Simon & Schuster Invisible Thread Christmas Story
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£15.29
Beach Lane Books Festival of Colors
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£16.14
Atheneum Books Lift Your Light a Little Higher
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£16.14
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books My Story My Dance Robert Battles Journey to Alvin
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£16.99
Simon & Schuster Zoo Day
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£15.29
Atheneum Books for Young Readers Island Treasures
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£8.54
Simon Pulse Love Gelato
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£16.99
Simon & Schuster The Explosive Story of Fireworks
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£5.90
Simon Spotlight The Explosive Story of Fireworks
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£14.44
Atheneum Books for Young Readers Island Treasures
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£15.19
Simon & Schuster Be the Change
Book SynopsisSynopsis coming soon.......Trade Review“Gandhi and Hegedus’ relatively lengthy text is alternately direct and lyrical. . . . Turk’s striking mixed-media illustrations . . . complement the complexity of the ideas being explored and illuminate the subdued action of the text.” * Kirkus Reviews *“Turk’s artwork is stunning in composition and color throughout…As a vehicle for showing the human side of the seminal figure that is Gandhi, this is a valuable title for young readers.” * Horn Book ** “The full-bleed spreads immerse readers and take them on the journey. . . . This handsome book asks a lot of young readers but carries important messages delivered in a personal and relatable manner.” * School Library Journal, starred review *“An in-depth exploration of the connections between waste and violence. . . . As in the previous book, Turk’s mixed-media images create a vibrant, dazzlingly imagined backdrop for the weighty philosophical discussions at play.” * Publishers Weekly *
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Atheneum Books for Young Readers The Flying Girl
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£16.14
Aladdin Paperbacks George W Bush Our FortyThird President RealLife
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Simon & Schuster Barack Obama Our FortyFourth President RealLife
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Atheneum Books for Young Readers You Can Fly
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Margaret K. McElderry Books Irenas Children
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Simon & Schuster Going to Grandmas
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£5.82
Simon Spotlight Going to Grandmas
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£14.39
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Breakaway Beyond the Goal
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£11.69
Simon & Schuster Calico Girl
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£8.54
Simon & Schuster Living in . . . China
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£5.81
Simon Spotlight Living in . . . China
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£14.39
Simon & Schuster Hillary Clinton American Woman of the World
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£7.59
Simon & Schuster One Shadow on the Wall
Book SynopsisSynopsis coming soon.......Trade Review"To read Leah Henderson's remarkable debut is to be utterly transported to a world that is at once mesmerizing, harrowing, and full of profound grace. Even as I rushed through this page-turner, I didn't want it to end; I wanted to bask in its evocative language, and fell completely in love with its loyal, clever hero. Give this to book to anyone who has ever struggled to decide between doing what is right, and what easy - namely, everyone." -- I.W. Gregorio, author of None of the Above"In her debut, Henderson paints a detailed picture of life in Senegal. The author’s experience, research, and sensitivity shine, making this distinctive novel a valuable addition to the literature....A book that rewards patient, sensitive readers willing to dive in." -- Kirkus Reviews * May 15, 2017 *"A poignant yet hopeful story of surviving the world through the power of promises." -- Kathy Erskine, National Book Award winning author of Mockingbird"Henderson creates a multifaceted portrayal of Senegalese village life. Senegalese vocabulary (presumably Wolof) peppered throughout enriches the text....A stirring tale" -- School Library Journal * June 2017 *"Debut author Henderson’s depiction of Senegalese life is well researched and warm with affection....Mor’s drive to do right and his love for his family are unmistakable. Keep an eye on this author!" -- Booklist * May 31, 2017 *"Through tight, polished sentences and a smattering of regional vocabulary, debut novelist Henderson believably evokes the harsh realities of the impoverished seaside village and the resilience of its residents....Mor’s indomitable spirit, love for his family, and refusal to give up make him a fascinating and well-rounded protagonist" -- Publisher's Weekly * June 19, 2017 *"...offers well-developed characters, lots of action, unexpected plot twists, and vivid insights into African village life....All these components come together in a satisfying story that will captivate dedicated readers." -- School Library Connection * August/September 2017 *
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Aladdin Paperbacks The Distance Between Us Young Readers Edition
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Margaret K. McElderry Books The Heart of Everything That Is
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Simon & Schuster This Is the Planet Where I Live
Book SynopsisThis picture book celebrates and honors the interconnectedness of everything here on planet Earth.The planet where we live is full of people, animals, insects, birds, trees, clouds, rain, oceans—and everything is interconnected. With a cumulative text and rich, highly-detailed collages, this book is a joyous ode to our wondrous planet.
£16.14
Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books Dumpling Dreams How Joyce Chen Brought the
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Simon Spotlight Youre Still You Daniel Tigers Neighborhood
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£5.99
Atheneum Books for Young Readers The Legendary Miss Lena Horne
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£16.19
Simon Spotlight Living in . . . India
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£14.44
Simon & Schuster Game Changers
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThe lively narrative . . . focuses on [Venus and Serena Williams's] determination to succeed and their close relationship. Ransome uses cut paper, pencil, and acrylic paints for pictures that are varied and energetic. -- Kirkus ReviewsThe story of record-breaking tennis greats Venus and Serena Williams has some- thing for everyone: they’re sports superstars, civil rights champions, and fiercely loyal and hypercompetitive sisters. . . . [T]his account celebrates their amazing, uplifting career journey and hard-won success. -- BCCBThe acclaimed Ransome husband–and–wife duo move from the historical to the present-day with this story of African American sisters Venus and Serena Williams, who changed the game of tennis with their prowess and determination. . . . Clear writing, aninviting layout, collage-style pictures, and quotes from the sisters and their parents make this nonfiction format accessible for emerging and more confident readers. Cut paper, pencil, and acrylic paints blend seamlessly to create beautiful bold, colorful illustrations in tribute to two amazing athletes. . . . Will appeal to children and sports fans of all ages. -- Booklist *STARRED REVIEW*This lovingly crafted picture book biography centers on the incredible bond between Venus and Serena Williams and one of their signature accomplishments: being the first two sisters in tennis history to rank numbers one and two in the world. . . . Fans of tennis will be in for a treat as Cline-Ransome recounts the Williams’s matches with thrilling detail. . . . An important selection for biography and sports collections. -- School Library Journal *STARRED REVIEW*Wife-and-husband team Cline-Ransome and Ransome celebrate tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams, focusing on their formative childhoods and the way their preparation and talent fundamentally changed the game. Cline-Ransome’s chronological account begins with the sisters’ pre-dawn practices in Compton, California, sweeping the public courts of garbage and broken glass before applying themselves with phenomenal dedication (“By the time Venus was four she could hit five hundred tennis balls at every practice”; “When gunshots rang out in the distance, [their father] Richard reminded them, ‘Never mind the noise. Just play’”). As they grow and improve, moving from their family’s private coaching to the professional tour, they become the dominant force in women’s tennis and find themselves playing against each other with increasing frequency. Ransome’s detailed collages reflect this shift. Early illustrations show the girls close together, dressed in like colors with similar hairstyles. As the story progresses, the sisters are positioned apart, wearing different colors, until as young women they find themselves on opposite sides of the net, their separation emphasized by the book’s low, wide trim size. The final spread, showing them on the same side of the net, holding hands, after Serena bested Venus in the 2002 French Open, communicates the sisters’ ultimate devotion to each other. Thorough back matter—including an afterword, source notes, a selected bibliography, and further reading—is appended. -- Horn Book Magazine, STARRED REVIEW * July/August 2018 *Husband-and-wife team James E. and Lesa Cline-Ransome (Before She Was Harriet) offer a powerful portrayal of the sisters and tennis legends. Growing up in Los Angeles, Venus and Serena played tennis in the courts of East Compton Park, where neighborhood gunshots sometimes interrupted their practice. The book follows their move onto professional courts, where they drew attention for their raw talent and expressive styles, as well as their unfortunate treatment by some watchers, who “threatened, booed, and taunted” the sisters for their skin tone. Cline-Ransome conveys the sisters’ affection and competitiveness, emphasizing how Serena remained one step behind Venus until the 2002 French Open, when “a victorious Serena stepped out of the shadow of her sister.” Yet the sisters are pictured standing side-by-side for Serena’s win: “ ‘Nothing can keep me from celebrating when my best friend wins a match,’ Venus said proudly.” Ransome’s sophisticated portraiture captures a likeness of the two athletes, while spreads feature playfully stylized cut-paper collage accents—visuals that enhance this tribute to sisterhood, athletics, and determination. -- Publishers Weekly * June 18, 2018 *Award-winning author/illustrator team Lesa Cline-Ransome and James E. Ransome's newest nonfiction picture book pays tribute to two of the world's most impressive athletes: tennis stars and sisters Venus and Serena Williams. . . . The illustrations glory in the sisters' brown skin and colorful clothing, making them prominent "in a sea of white tennis attire, white fans, and white opponents." Every page is splashed with vibrant color and eye-catching patterns, and the figures of the women themselves are full of energy, speed and tension. An afterword, selected bibliography and source notes round out this incredible tennis life story of "two of the most popular athletes in history." -- Shelf Awareness for Readers **STARRED REVIEW
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Aladdin Paperbacks Jack the Ripper Historys Worst
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Aladdin Paperbacks Jack the Ripper Historys Worst
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Simon & Schuster Life in Motion
Book SynopsisDetermination meets dance in this prizewinning and New York Times bestselling memoir by the history-making ballerina Misty Copeland, vividly recounting the story of her journey to become the first African American female principal ballerina at the prestigious American Ballet Theatre.When she first placed her hands on the barre at an after-school community center, no one expected thirteen-year-old Misty Copeland to become one of America’s most groundbreaking dancers. A true prodigy, she was attempting in months roles that take most dancers years to master. But when Misty became caught between the control and comfort she found in the world of ballet and the harsh realities of her own life, she had to choose to embrace both her identity and her dreams, and find the courage to be one of a kind. With an insider’s passion, Misty opens a window into the life of an artist who lives life center stage, from behind the scenes at her first classes to her t
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Simon & Schuster Once Upon a Fairy Tale House
Book SynopsisThis nonfiction picture book tells the true story of four sisters who used their skills and creativity to bring storybook houses from their childhood fairy tales to life in 1930s Southern California.Mildred, Harriet, Brenda, and Wilma Moody grew up reading classic fairy tales and inventing their own, wishing they could live in the stories. They imagined storybook houses for themselves and slept there in their dreams every night. As adults, the sisters followed separate career paths until Mildred, an artist, needed a place to paint. Harriet, an architect, sketched plans for a studio that looked like the whimsical abodes from their childhood dreams. When people saw the enchanting studio, they began to want fairy tale houses of their own. So, Harriet drew more plans, and Mildred decorated the insides, and Brenda and Wilma joined them to take care of the banking and business. Soon, storybook cottages bloomed throughout their tiny town. And when families moved into th
£16.14
Aladdin Paperbacks American Pharoah
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£15.29
Simon & Schuster Living in . . . Australia
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Simon Spotlight Living in . . . Australia
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Aladdin Paperbacks Pope Francis
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