Children’s / Teenage general interest: Literature, books and writers
Bellwether Media Maurice Sendak
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£12.34
Bellwether Media Lemony Snicket: Children's Storytellers
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£12.34
Roaring Brook Press Mary's Monster: Love, Madness, and How Mary
Book SynopsisBoth timely and terrifying. Gregory Macguire, New York Timesbestselling author of WickedPairing free verse with over three hundred pages of black-and-white watercolor illustrations, Mary's Monster is a unique and stunning biography of Mary Shelley, the pregnant teenage runaway who became one of the greatest authors of all time.Legend is correct that Mary Shelley began penning Frankenstein in answer to a dare to write a ghost story. What most people don''t know, however, is that the seeds of her novel had been planted long before that night. By age nineteen, she had been disowned by her family, was living in scandal with a married man, and had lost her baby daughter just days after her birth. Mary poured her grief, pain, and passion into the powerful book still revered two hundred years later, and in Mary''s Monster, author/illustrator Lita Judge has poured her own passion into a gorgeous book that pays tribute to the life of this incredible author.A 2019 NCSS-CBC Notable Social Studies Trade BookA 2019 Amelia Bloomer Project BookThis title has Common Core connections.
£20.79
Creative Paperbacks Ernest Hemingway
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£18.27
Astra Publishing House Mi bibliotecaria es un camello (My Librarian is a
Book SynopsisDo you get books from a public library in your town or even in your school library? In many remote areas of the world, there are no library buildings. In many countries, books are delivered in unusual way: by bus, boat, elephant, donkey, train, even by wheelbarrow. Why would librarians go to the trouble of packing books on the backs of elephants or driving miles to deliver books by bus? Because, as one librarian in Azerbaijan says, "Books are as important to us as air or water!" This is the intriguing photo essay, a celebration of books, readers, and libraries.Trade Review"With little information available about libraries of the world, this title offers a glimpse into the world of books, which several countries consider as important as air or water. This might be an interesting revelation to many students who consider reading a laborious task and to those who take an abundance of books very much for granted." —School Library Journal"One of the more unusual books about libraries, this may also get kids thinking about children in other countries in a way that the series books never do." —Kirkus Reviews"The easygoing and accessible narrative would work well as either a readaloud or as a text for independent readers. . . . Well organized and engaging." —Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
£12.34
Quarry Books Making Books with Kids
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£22.49
Jolly Fish Press The Bear and Her Book
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£18.99
Restless Books The Wild Book
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£11.01
Astra Publishing House Ordinary Hazards: A Memoir
Book SynopsisIn her own voice, acclaimed author and poet Nikki Grimes explores the truth of a harrowing childhood in a compelling and moving memoir in verse.Growing up with a mother suffering from paranoid schizophrenia and a mostly absent father, Nikki Grimes found herself terrorized by babysitters, shunted from foster family to foster family, and preyed upon by those she trusted. At the age of six, she poured her pain onto a piece of paper late one night - and discovered the magic and impact of writing. For many years, Nikki's notebooks were her most enduing companions. In this accessible and inspiring memoir that will resonate with young readers and adults alike, Nikki shows how the power of those words helped her conquer the hazards - ordinary and extraordinary - of her life.Trade ReviewMichael L. Printz Honor BookRobert F. Sibert Informational Honor BookBoston Globe/Horn Book Nonfiction Honor BookArnold Adoff Poetry Award for TeensSix Starred Reviews—★Booklist ★BCCB ★The Horn Book ★Publishers Weekly ★School Library Connection ★Shelf AwarenessA Booklist Best Book for Youth * A BCCB Blue Ribbon * A Horn Book Fanfare Book * A Shelf Awareness Best Children's Book * Recommended on NPR's "Morning Edition" by Kwame Alexander★ "Ordinary Hazards is a gorgeous piece of writing that also serves as powerful inspiration for any reader who has struggled and sought grace. Grimes's triumph over adversity is matched only by her skill with the written word--her memoir is accessible to poetry enthusiasts and detractors alike, and will linger long after the final lines."—Shelf Awareness, starred review★ "With Ordinary Hazards, Grimes delivers a memoir in the form of a powerful and inspiring collection of poems. She details her early life through adulthood, and she unabashedly explores the highs as well as the lows. Young adults will identify with and connect to the many challenges explored in Grimes’ work, which delves into issues of love, family, responsibility, belonging, finding your place in the world, and fighting the monsters you know—and the ones you don’t. The memoir has heartbreaking moments—even soul-crushing ones—that will make readers ache for young Grimes and teens grappling with similar circumstances. But inspiring moments bolster her raw, resonant story, showing that there is always light at the end of the darkest of tunnels."—Booklist, starred review★ "Grimes potently conveys the way reading and writing can become ways not just to express oneself but to construct oneself, to articulate one’s identity, to map one’s mental and emotional territory. Readerly readers will find young Nikki inspiring company..." —The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review★ "As poetically written as Woodson’s Brown Girl Dreaming with a story as hard-hitting as Sapphire’s Push....the striking free-verse poems powerfully convey how a passion for writing fueled her will to survive and embrace her own resilience.... (a) must-read for aspiring writers."—The Horn Book, starred review★ "Grimes presents a gripping memoir in verse constructed from imperfect recollections of the hardship and abuse she endured as a child. Underlining the idea that 'a memoir’s focus is on truth, not fact,' Grimes courageously invites readers to join her on a journey through the shadows of her past..."—Publishers Weekly, starred review★ "(W)ritten in highly readable verse and delivers a relatable message characterized by pathos and resilience... this book is an homage to the fortifying effect of written expression. School counselors can use this text as bibliotherapy for students in similar situations (and it) can also act as mentor text in classroom lessons on memoir writing or when teaching confessional poetry."—School Library Connection, starred review"For award-winning children's and YA author Grimes, writing, faith, and determination were the keys to surviving her tumultuous childhood. Grimes recounts her story as a memoir in verse, writing with a poet's lyricism through the lens of memory fractured by trauma. Fans of her poetry and prose will appreciate this intimate look at the forces that shaped her as an artist and as a person determined to find the light in the darkest of circumstances. A raw, heartbreaking, and ultimately uplifting story of trauma, loss, and the healing power of words."—Kirkus Reviews"Grimes offers young adult readers the special treat of literary ingenuity in her new memoir... that doesn’t demand a time line. This nontraditional memoir from a long-working and highly acclaimed author will speak deeply to young readers harboring their own interest in writing or otherwise squeezing art out of life’s spiky fruit."—School Library Journal“This book is... a gut-wrenching testimony of pain, loss, resilience, and grace. Nikki is open about her truth and wrote it to make it accessible to readers of all ages. This book will heal hearts and open a lot of eyes. It will keep some kids alive and it will wake up some adults. This powerful story, told with the music of poetry and the blade of truth, will help your heart grow.” —Laurie Halse Anderson, author of Speak and Shout“In Ordinary Hazards, Nikki Grimes has given us an intimate look into her life as a young person who found writing as a way to buoy herself in the choppy waters of her childhood. Giving us a glimpse into addiction, abandonment, foster care, and abuse, Grimes poetically guides us to her eventual acceptance and amazement. This is a testimony and a triumph.” —Jason Reynolds, author of Long Way Down"Life, as Nikki Grimes so well puts it, is full of ordinary hazards, only she creates and accepts them in poems. Sometimes you want to cry... sometimes to laugh... but always at all times are you glad you are alive and lived with it and through it. Ms. Grimes writes, but some of us sing, bake, or build buildings or play sports. These, too, can be hazardous. But none of them is ordinary.” —Nikki Giovanni, Poet“Each verse is a gift, showing us how to find beauty even in brokenness.”—Renée Watson, author of the New York Times best seller Piecing Me Together “In Ordinary Hazards Nikki Grimes gives us her raw, desperate, joyful, lyrical truth, while celebrating the life-changing, and life-saving, power of words. Whoever you are, there’s something in Ordinary Hazards for you.” —Chris Crutcher, author of Whale Talk and Losers Bracket “Ordinary Hazards is an extraordinary book, a stunning memoir in verse that celebrates the power of the written word and the human spirit. Nikki’s story will be a life-saving read for teens who need to know that there is hope on the other side of the struggles they’re facing today.” —Kate Messner, author of Breakout and The Seventh Wish “Can I use just one word in a blurb? Then it’s WOW! If two: Incredibly moving. If three: Poetry saved her. Four: That’s too easy. Instead I’ll tell you that if you read one book of poetry this year, or one memoir, make it this one. How the poet came out of her childhood with grace and good words is a miracle. How she wanted to share is a second one. That she did—a third. Just WOW.” —Jane Yolen, sometime poet, author of over 375 published books “Memory is a capricious dance partner. Sometimes it overwhelms our brain, stomping with bold, defined images and thoughts, and sometimes it simply tiptoes around the edges of a whisper, a dream, a forgotten touch or glance. Nikki Grimes’s powerful memoir does both as she uses words, her constant source of strength, to tell the story of her childhood, which at times was both traumatic as well as triumphant. The strength that carried the child who would become the writer, the poet, the visionary was built on the power of words. She constantly and faithfully wrote in journals and notebooks and on scraps of paper because the words were her wings. Poetry became a necessary tool of survival for her mind and body and soul. This memoir, which she calls Ordinary Hazards, far exceeds the title. It is extraordinary.” —Sharon M. Draper, author of the New York Times best seller Out of My Mind
£11.69
Astra Publishing House Thomas Jefferson Builds a Library
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£8.40
Chicago Review Press J.R.R. Tolkien for Kids: His Life and Writings,
Book SynopsisIntroduce a new generation of readers to the man who wrote the phenomenally beloved Lord of the Rings trilogy and The Hobbit. J. R. R. Tolkien for Kids takes young readers through the exciting life of the man who created amazing new worlds and helps kids discover how he could see them. Explore the personal experiences and subjects that inspired Tolkien's stories through hands-on activities, and learn how he influenced his contemporaries as well as later writers—like you! • Make a Shadowy Dragon Come to Life • Make a Batch of Marmalade • Rewrite an Ancient Tale • Invent a New Code • Paint an Enchanted Forest • Draw a Map for a Story • Make Mushroom Toast • Turn Your Friends into Heroes Discover who Tolkien was, not only as a writer, but also as a soldier, researcher, teacher, friend, husband, and father.Trade Review"A succinct, well-organized overview of Tolkien's life and times." Booklist"Well written, informative, and engaging." Redeemed Reader"... a great resource for Tolkien fans new and old." Cracking the Cover"A good resource for young readers who want an introduction to the man remembered for 'opening the door to a seemingly infinite world that others can explore." WORLD Magazine"A fantastic book for the whole family. It is full of history, the trials, and joys in Tolkien's life, writing inspiration, and Middle Earth." The Old Schoolhouse MagazineTable of ContentsTime Line 1: From African Deserts to a Lost Paradise How Small Can You Write? Turn a Blade of Grass into a Whistle Create an Elegant Handwriting Style Make a Shadowy Dragon Come Alive 2: Changes and Heartbreaks Build a Kite Create a Rebus What If? 3: Undergraduate Make a Batch of Marmalade Rewrite an Ancient Tale 4: Wartime Invent a New Code Make a Soldier’s Staple Food Press Flowers 5: Lost Tales Found Paint an Enchanted Winter Forest Write a Letter from Father Christmas 6: There Lived a Hobbit Write a Short Book Review Draw a Map for a Story Make Mushroom Toast 7: The Lord of the Rings Grow a Little Garden Create Your Version of the Necklace of Girion Join the Chorus of Middle-earth Turns Your Friends into Heroes 8: Success and Retirement Epilogue: Tolkien’s LegacyAcknowledgmentsGlossaryResources to ExploreNotesSelected BibliographyIndex
£16.10
Familius LLC 100 First Words for Little Bookworms
Book Synopsis A tongue-in-cheek board book with characters and terms that every bibliophile wants to teach to the next generation, with colorful illustrations by Kyle Kershner You have a stack of unread books, but you still keep buying new ones. Your ideal evening would be spent reading on a cozy chair. And you know the book is ALWAYS better than the movie.Congratulations—you’re a bookworm, and it’s your job to ensure the little ones you care about grow up to love books just as much as you do. Curated by bookworm Stephanie Campisi, author of Quacks Like a Duck, this collection of bookish words is the perfect addition to any home library. With references to classic and contemporary literature, adult and children’s books, 100 First Words for Little Bookworms is the ultimate collection of words every book lover should know from a young age.
£6.64
Mango Media A Self-Guided Workbook for Highly Effective
Book SynopsisTimeless Wisdom for Teens in This Updated and Redesigned Sean Covey Classic“This book is a touchdown.” —Steve Young, NFL Hall of Famer and Super Bowl MVP#1 Bestseller in Teen & Young Adult Study AidsTeenage success is seven habits away with this updated and redesigned companion to the international bestselling classic The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens.Sean Covey has helped countless teens make better decisions and improve self-worth. A Self-Guided Workbook for Highly Effective Teens by Sean Covey is a short, quick, and user-friendly companion to The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. This compact workbook provides the same activities, interactives, and self-evaluations, but now it's graphically more engaging to help you understand and apply the power of the 7 Habits.Timeless wisdom for a new generation. Many teens know that establishing proactive habits is the first step toward personal success, but often don't know how to implement these habits. Between the pressures of school, social life, and overburdened schedules, it’s no wonder that the average teenager is stressed. In this workboook, bestselling FranklinCovey author Sean Covey breaks down the timeless wisdom of the 7 Habits into an actionable format for busy teens.Rely on trusted guidance. This book helps teens navigate the processes of building self-esteem, managing social pressure, promoting activism, and more. With these tools, you can learn to become both capable and self-reliant in your daily life. This guide contains weekly challenges, calls-to-action, and inspiration to ensure lasting personal change year-round.Learn to: Determine the principles important to you Create and map out short-term and long-term goals Foster healthy, meaningful relationships If you liked The 6 Most Important Decisions You’ll Ever Make, Smile & Succeed for Teens, You Don't Have to Learn Everything the Hard Way, or Embracing the Awkward, you’ll love A Self-Guided Workbook for Highly Effective Teens.Trade Review“This book is a touchdown.” —Steve Young, NFL Hall of Famer and Super Bowl MVP“If you are a teen, or know someone who will be one, have them read this book. It will help them establish a pattern for dealing with change, disappointment and even success. It is truly a powerful, life changing book.” —Derek Hough, Emmy Award–winning choreographer“A recipe for teenage success!” —Dominique Moceanu, 1996 US Olympic Gold Medalist and New York Times bestselling author“‘Like father, like son’ may be a cliché, but Sean has proved it to be true. Sean is as effective as his father in providing directions to teens so that their lives become meaningful. Sean’s 7 Habits is a book every teenager should read and emulate.” —Arun Gandhi, president, Gandhi Worldwide Education InstituteTable of Contents• Part 1 • The Set Up • Taking the Plunge • Getting in the Habit • Part 2 • The Private Victory • The Personal Bank Account • The End in Mind • Part 3 • Public Victories • The Great Discovery • Will and Won't Power • Part 4 • Think Win-Win • Two Ears, One Mouth • The 'High' Way • Part 5 • Renewal • It's ME Time • Sharpening the Saw • Conclusion • Moving Mountains
£13.90
Red Chair Press Monster Match: Book 1
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£15.29
Lee & Low Books I'll Build You a Bookcase / Te Haré Tu Propio
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£17.95
Lee & Low Books I'll Build You a Bookcase (Arabic-English
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£12.30
Lee & Low Books I'll Build You a Bookcase (Mandarin-English
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£10.40
Lee & Low Books I'll Build You a Bookcase (Vietnamese-English
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£10.40
Vintage Espanol Niña morena sueña / Brown Girl Dreaming
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£13.56
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Stink y la Marcha Zombi a la Medianoche / Stink
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£9.86
North Star Editions Our Favourite Brands: Harry Potter
Book SynopsisThis title introduces readers to Harry Potter, covering its history, franchises and products, and worldwide impact. The title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photos, and a glossary.
£9.89
Kaleidoscope Publishing, Inc Harry Potter
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£12.34
Creative Company 12 Authors Who Changed the World
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£10.35
Rockridge Press The Story of Stan Lee: A Biography Book for New
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£6.99
Astra Publishing House The Magic Bookcase
Book SynopsisHans Christian Andersen Medalist Robert Ingpen brings classic stories to life in a collection that serves as his magnum opus to the imagination. Featured in New York Times Book Review "8 Picture Books About Books"World-renowned illustrator Robert Ingpen begins his magical journey through the world of classic children's stories with a mural he worked on for years, inspired by the great storybook characters. The original mural is more than 20 feet long, but Mr. Ingpen knew he had to find a way to turn that work into a book in its own right. This book contains some of his favorite quotations from the stories that inspired him, as well as an eye-popping fold-out centerpiece with a reproduction of the full mural. This book is an eye-popping illustrated celebration of the power of imagination.Trade ReviewFeatured in New York Times Book Review "8 Picture Books About Books""“A goblin named Tally guides readers through a more-than-20-foot-long foldout reproduction of the massive mural Ingram painted of ‘a room with bookcase walls’ where instead of the great storybooks themselves their most colorful characters come alive." -- New York Times Book Review"Ingpen spins a fantastic spell in this imaginative book....Beautiful to look at...these pictures absolutely deserve to be pored over." -- Read and Reviews blog
£17.09
Astra Publishing House Mary Oliver Holding on to Wonder
£15.29
Stone Arch Books Doom School
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£22.18
Stone Arch Books It Came from a Comic
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£18.49
Stone Arch Books Library Wing Warriors
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£18.49
Stone Arch Books Little Bookshop of Horrors
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£18.49
Stone Arch Books The Grim Reader
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£18.49
Stone Arch Books The Puzzler's Riddles
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£18.49
Capstone Press Get Involved in a Book Club
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£23.49
Stone Arch Books Shifting Shelves
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£18.49
Stone Arch Books The Haunted Handwriting
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£18.49
Stone Arch Books Bookmarks of Blood
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£18.49
Stone Arch Books Monster in the Margins
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£18.49
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Book That Did Not Want to Be Read
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£15.19
Beach Lane Books Biblioburro (Spanish Edition): Una Historia Real
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£15.19
Earnest Lewis The Smallest Roads Are Where Dreams Begin
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£15.13
Stone Arch Books Riley Reynolds Glitterfies the Gala
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£19.19
Capstone Press Riley Reynolds Glitterfies the Gala
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£6.95
Pebble Books Amanda Gorman
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£23.49
Pebble Books Amanda Gorman
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£8.54
Capstone Classroom Librarians
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£7.55
Cherry Lake Publishing Maya Angelou Sp
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£25.88
Cherry Lake Publishing Amanda Gorman Sp
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£25.88
Cherry Lake Publishing Maya Angelou Sp
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£12.96
