Children’s / Teenage general interest: Rural and farm life
Pebble Books Can You Climb a Beanstalk?: Questions and Answers
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£23.49
Pebble Books Can Robots Milk Cows?: Questions and Answers
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£23.49
Capstone Press Where Do Horses Go When It Rains?
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£9.49
Capstone Press Can You Climb A Beanstalk?
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£9.49
Capstone Press Can Robots Milk Cows?
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£9.49
Cottage Door Press Busy Noisy Farm
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£18.99
Cottage Door Press John Deere Kids I Am a Tractor
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£7.59
Cottage Door Press John Deere Kids Farm Friends
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£7.59
Cottage Door Press John Deere Kids Plant & Grow
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£7.59
Cottage Door Press On the Farm
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£10.99
Cottage Door Press 2000 Stickers Busy Farm Activity Book: 36 Fun and
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£7.59
Cottage Door Press John Deere Kids Tractor Tales
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£19.99
Minnesota Historical Society Press It's Milking Time
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£15.26
Amicus Ink Tractors Pull
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£7.59
Peachtree Publishers,U.S. Amara's Farm
Book SynopsisA young girl named Amara asks readers to help her search for pumpkins on her farm in preparation for a potluck with her friends, in this joyful celebration of cool-weather fruits and vegetables. Illustrations.
£15.29
Peachtree Publishers,U.S. Amara's Farm
Book SynopsisAmara searches for pumpkins on her farm in this vibrant exploration of gardening and healthy eating, from the Where in the Garden? series.Amara is hosting a potluck for friends on her farm, and she needs help finding her pumpkins to serve a tasty dish. What do we know about pumpkins? They''re large, round, and orange?and, wait a minute, is that a pumpkin? No, that''s an apple. Where, oh, where could those pumpkins be? Can you help Amara find them in time for her potluck?The first title in the Where in the Garden? picture book series stars Amara, a young Black girl who explores the crops growing on her family''s intergenerational farm. Playful text guides young readers to hunt for visual clues and compare and contrast the unique characteristics of pumpkins against okra, cauliflower, eggplant, and other produce that grows on Amara''s farm.Artist Samara Hardy brings this multi-layered story to life with vivid, cheerful illustrations created from layers of hand painted ink and watercolor texture. Back matter includes a yummy molasses pumpkin bread recipe for little chefs and their adult helpers to try together.
£7.59
Silver Dolphin Books Discovery: Oink on the Farm!
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£11.69
Silver Dolphin Books Discovery: Moo, Quack, Baa!
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£22.49
Capstone Editions of Coughlan Companies Let It Grow
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£16.14
Priddy Books Us Pop-Up Places: Farm
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£12.34
Priddy Books Us Slide Through: All Aboard the Busy Tractor
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£12.34
Priddy Books Us Let's Learn & Play! on the Farm
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£13.49
Rowman & Littlefield The Mystery Traveler at Lake Fortune
Book SynopsisWhen Charlie Baker’s parents announce that they’re taking him and his sister—the drama queen Clarissa—to a cabin in Maine for two weeks, Charlie thinks they’re kidding. “But we’re city kids,” Clarrisa protests. “I’m allergic to trees!” Then Mrs. Baker adds something else. “There’s no electricity,” she tells them. “And you leave your cell phones and ipads home.” They weren’t kidding. “It’s on a lake,” says his father, as if having water would make up for it. When the Bakers arrive at Lake Fortune, in rural Maine, they are welcomed by a rickety cabin with an outhouse, a thunder and lightning storm, and a creature in the attic that masquerades as a ghost. “Is this a scientific experiment?” asks Clarissa. “Is the government paying us?”But then true adventure begins when they discover a clue left in a Mason jar on a tiny island in the lake. That clue—written by The Mystery Traveler—leads them to an old apple tree, and a second clue. Soon, they are on the path of an exciting treasure hunt, one that brings Charlie and the bossy Clarrisa together for the first time. Not only do they bond as brother and big sister—especially after a harrowing experience in which Charlie rescues Clarissa—they have the summer of their lives. When The Mystery Traveler’s identity is finally discovered, no one is more shocked than Charlie. They are city kids who can now find the Big Dipper and Jupiter in the sky, who know that strange sound is made by loons, and what “fetch” a pail of water means. They wish the two weeks were two months. But they also love the city. They return to Boston knowing that the cabin and more adventures will be there for every vacation.
£14.24
Sourcebooks, Inc My Neighborhood Farm
Book SynopsisExplore life on the farm in this adorable interactive board book for babies and toddlers!Perfect for Easter and beyond, My Neighborhood Farm is a fun introduction to life on the farm. From the red barn to the farmhouse porch, meet all the adorable animals who live on the farm. See animals including cows, ducks, pigs, and horses and learn what sound each animal makes. This colorful book features a fold-down farm play scene, encouraging interactive play within its pages.Collect each title to create your very own town!Celebrate all the local places you know and love with the My Neighborhood interactive board book series. Featuring adorable baby animal illustrations, each title allows little explorers to learn more about their very own neighborhood. Includes an interactive fold-down scene that encourages children to play within the book's pages.For babies and toddlers, these sturdy shaped board books are a fun introduction to all the neighborhood places you love to explore with your family.Delightful rhyming text helps build listening and memory skills.A sweet gift for children and grandchildren. Perfect for baby showers, new parents, birthdays, and Valentine's Day. Also a great Easter basket and Christmas stocking stuffer.
£10.42
Sourcebooks Wonderland Goodnight Tractor: The Perfect Bedtime Book!
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£8.99
Blue Dot Kids Press Under My Tree
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£13.29
Closser Bedtime Stories Farmer Brown
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£14.24
Starfish Bay Publishing Pty Ltd The City Dog
Book SynopsisWhen his owner leaves him on a sheep ranch, Sandy the dog must learn how to adjust to country life, including driving sheep and deal with his new unfriendly co-worker. This is a story about perseverance in the face of new and unexpected challenges and pride in one's achievements.
£10.99
Nimbus Publishing Ltd A Pocket of Time: The Poetic Childhood of
Book SynopsisBefore becoming a Pulitzer-Prize winning writer, Elizabeth Bishop lived with her Gammie and Pa, learning to walk, read, and write.
£13.49
Heritage House Publishing Co Ltd kā-āciwīkicik / The Move
Book SynopsisFinalist for The 2022 Governor General?s Literary AwardsA magical children?s picture book, written in Cree and English, depicting the transformation of a barren landscape into a rich natural world where an elderly couple can spend their remaining days.Rooted in the historical displacement and relocation of members of the Chemawawin First Nation from their ancestral homeland, The Move is a bilingual story of two Cree Elders adjusting to life in their new environment. The story presents two contrasting landscapes of the old community?the homeland of the Chemawawin People?and the new community of Easterville, which at first appears barren and lifeless. Gradually, the couple begins to incorporate their old customs and traditions into their current surroundings. Family members begin to visit, and eventually nature begins to bloom all around them. Through traditional Cree storytelling techniques and vivid imagery, the new landscape springs to life and becomes a true community, filled with life and happiness.
£10.99
Pajama Press When the Rain Comes
Book Synopsis“Although set in faraway Sri Lanka, Fullerton’s rhythmic tale holds a universal message: that even the smallest and youngest among us can summon up the courage to face, and overcome, the most gargantuan challenges.”—Kirkus ★ Starred Review It is time to plant the rice crop in Malini’s Sri Lankan community, and the little girl is both excited and nervous to help for the first time. What if she does it wrong? Will she be responsible if the crop fails? When the oxcart rumbles in loaded with seedlings, she reluctantly agrees to watch the big, imposing animal while the driver takes a break. Suddenly, the skies go dark with monsoon rain. A flash flood pours down the road, separating Malini from the driver and her family. They are shouting for her to run for higher ground, but what about the rice? Summoning courage she never dreamed she possessed, Malini resolves to save ox, cart, and seedlings, no matter what it takes. Award-winning author Alma Fullerton tells Malini’s story in expressive free verse that vibrates with emotion and energy. The moods of Sri Lanka’s rainy season come alive as Kim La Fave, illustrator of the award-winning Shin Chi’s Canoe, uses a fresh style that is both contemporary and impressionistic to depict the courage of one little girl facing the power of a monsoon. “A powerful portrait of a child’s bravery and perseverance.”—The Horn Book Magazine “La Fave’s richly colored illustrations dramatically and effectively convey the contrast between the calm, sunny day and the intensity of the storm.”—School Library JournalTrade ReviewPraise for When the Rain Comes 2018 ALA Children's Notable Books Discussion List selection 2018 South Asia Book Award Highly Commended Book 2018 USBBY Outstanding International Books List - Grades PreK-2 selection 2017 CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens Starred Selection 2017 School Library Journal blogger Betsy Bird's "2017 Picture Books" selection 2016 School Library Journal blogger Betsy Bird's "2017 Books I'm Really Looking Forward To" selection 2016 Resource Links "The Year's Best" selection "Fullerton's free verse dances across the page, urging readers forward through the narrative...And LaFave's mood-appropriate colors, which range from the joyful sorbet hues of Malini's village to the brooding blues and grays of the monsoon, complete the package. A beautiful introduction to life and culture on a little-known island nation—and a delightful read whether for the first or the 100th time."—Kirkus Reviews "Endnotes explain the realities of child labor, poverty, and a dependence on rice as a staple crop in Sri Lanka, and the book as a whole offers a powerful portrait of a child's bravery and perseverance."—The Hornbook Magazine "It's a gratifying portrait of a child discovering her own strength: Malini, so nervous about learning to plant rice, is capable of far greater feats."—Publishers Weekly "Large-scale illustrations highlight the sudden change from sunshine to rain, with first vertical and then diagonal streaks through the colors demonstrating the rain's ferocity. Malini's anxiety about helping with the planting and the sense of accomplishment she feels in saving the rice come through clearly in her facial expressions."—Booklist "La Fave's richly colored illustrations dramatically and effectively convey the contrast between the calm, sunny day and the intensity of the storm. Fullerton's writing is simple and straightforward, making use of onomatopoeia and poetic repetition..."—School Library Journal "Filled with ear-pleasing rhythms and onomatopoeia, Alma Fullerton's vivacious free verse paints Malini's character with deft strokes, and stirringly describes the action. Kim La Fave's color-splashed illustrations set the scene and create a strong sense of motion...When the Rain Comes provides a vivid glimpse at life on an island country in Asia, as well as a satisfying look at a child who discovers the inner fortitude needed to overcome difficult circumstances."—School Library Journal collection "Reading Around the World | Picture Books" "A fascinating slice of Southeast Asian life, the tempo and suspense build as the winds and rain whoosh and boom, crack and howl."—Foreword Magazine "Rendered in pencil and watercolor, the illustrations depict the drama and danger of the wind, driving rain, and Malini's effort to protect the rice seedlings and soothe the ox."—ILA Literacy Daily, "Cultural Diversity in Children's and Young Adult Literature" "This moving story of courage from award-winning author Alma Fullerton is told in lyrical free-verse and the sounds of the impending storm and Malini's narrow escape with the rice cart come alive through onomatopoeic description. Kim La Fave's dream-like illustrations imbue Sri Lankan life with a sense of magic....An inspiring story beautifully told, When the Rain Comes would be an enriching addition to most school library collections."—Resource Links "Fullerton introduces children to a culture different from their own in a way that is engaging and full of relatable emotions....LaFave demonstrates a mastery of colour, choosing a rich palate of purples and blues to depict the storm and creating depth with interesting colour blocking...the images are unique and beautiful."—CM Magazine "Poignantly written, When The Rain Comes provides insight into the diversity of life through Malini's weighty struggle to ensure prosperity for her community in the coming year."—Brigham Young University, Children's Book & Media Reviews "What a beautiful book about such a terrible phenomenon!...The young protagonist in this picturebook has some real spunk and AGENCY. I think this is a wonderful book to share with young people, showing Malini's responsibility but also the danger of flooding."—Worlds of Words "[Alma Fullerton] successfully conjures up the sights and especially the sounds of a day in Sri Lanka...[Kim La Fave] convincingly whips up the wind and slashes rain across the page to convey the frightening immediacy of a flash flood. Young readers will identify with Malini's trepidation in facing her new task, and they will cheer for her as she overcomes her own fear to save the day. When the Rain Comes is an engaging story in its own right but could also be used in a classroom setting to spark interest in Sri Lanka, its people, culture, geography, and climate."—Canadian Children's BookNews "Free verse captures the sounds, sights, and experiences of Malini's first job."—Midwest Book Review "This is a great book to have in a library that fosters multi-culturalism. The story is engaging and children will learn about the culture of Sri Lanka through this book."—Youth Services Book Review "Alma Fullerton's rhythmic lines and sound scape of life and weather...carr[y] the story, along with Kim La Fave's stirring illustrations. From the brightly-coloured warmth of Malini's home life to the tumultuous gloominess of the storm of flashing water, wind and sound, Kim La Fave contrasts the two realities, echoing Alma Fullerton's cheerful and fearful situations....When the Rain Comes is a resoundingly effective addition to our diverse young CanLit collections..."—CanLit for LittleCanadians "The illustrations and text in this book work really well together to highlight Malini's feelings and show the importance of rice to her village and the dangers of a monsoon. The back of the book tells a little bit more about Sri Lanka and how reliant the country's population is on rice."—Musings of a YA Reader "[A] great way to introduce one of the many Asian cultures to our children so as to build in them respect and admiration for other nationalities and ways of life. I don't think my son has ever seen an ox before....This opened up a conversation about ox and how prevalent they are in some countries for agriculture. So although fiction, this book can be used as an educational tool as well. An excellent addition to any home and school library."—Library of Clean Reads "Kim LaFave masterfully captures every nuance of the story through use of color and motion. They fully support the mood created by Ms. Fullerton's telling free verse text."—Sal's Fiction Addiction "My heart started racing and I could feel Malini, and the ox's, anxiety rise and settle down. A beautiful book."—Book Time "Unusual setting, striking illustrations, and an additional note telling more about Sri Lanka."—Orange Marmalade "The illustrations are absolutely gorgeous and, surprisingly, lyrical. The writing is, too, but even without words, this book would still be fairly easy to understand as well as moving."—Hit or Miss Books
£12.99
Pajama Press Sun Dog
Book SynopsisFrom Suzanne Del Rizzo, award-winning illustrator of My Beautiful Birds, and author Deborah Kerbel comes a unique story about a brave sled dog puppy's adventures under the Arctic Circle's midnight sun. Juno and her boy live in a red house at the top of the world. One day Juno will be big and strong enough to help pull a sled across the tundra, but for now she is just a small puppy with a big-dog heart. Small puppies have to go to bed when their boys do, but Juno can’t sleep with the midnight sun shining out across the town. She slips outside to play. Returning to see a hungry polar bear sniffing around the open door, Juno has no time to be afraid. It’s time to summon the big dog inside her and save her beloved boy. With Deborah Kerbel’s warm, expressive text, Sun Dog is a love letter to life in the Arctic Circle from the perspective of a sled dog pup. Suzanne Del Rizzo’s dimensional art in polymer clay and acrylic wash offers both an intimate romp with a young puppy and a sweeping celebration of the vast and beautiful tundra.Trade ReviewPraise for Sun Dog 2019 IODE Jean Throop Book Award Winner 2019 Forest of Reading Blue Spruce Award finalist 2019 SYRCA Shining Willow Award finalist 2018 Resource Links "The Year's Best" selection 2018 Canadian Children's Book Centre Best Books for Kids & Teens Fall selection 2018 School Library Journal blogger Betsy Bird's "2018 Calde-notts" selection "The captivating text and illustrations invite repeated reading. An inspiring tale of determination, courage, and devotion."—School Library Journal "Kerbel weaves facts about the Arctic Circle within a tender story of the devotion between a boy and his dog. Del Rizzo's vibrant, colorful polymer clay and acrylics capture the beauty of their home....Juno may be a puppy in the Arctic Circle, but children everywhere will relate to her."—Kirkus Reviews "[V]ery exciting and full of local colour. The amazing illustrations are done with polymer clay and acrylic paint. They are beautifully rendered in wonderful colours and textures. They reflect the puppy nature and local scenery with great affection. This book could possibly be an award winner!"—Resource Links "Kerbel's poetic detail places the reader in a calm town on top of the world...Del Rizzo's textured illustrations in polymer clay pair incredibly well with the acrylic wash of the sky, creating a dreamy image of the midnight sun. Each illustration adds a new dimension to the story, encouraging readers to find hidden meaning in the illustration's detail....This interesting and unique story could lead to scientific conversations with younger children about life in the Arctic, diverse tundra animals, and the sun cycles in a fun and engaging way...Kerbel also includes information on the endpapers about the majestic midnight sun and the atmospheric optical phenomenon called sun dog, both being her inspiration for Sun Dog. Highly Recommended."—CM Magazine “[A] nice introduction to the arctic. The eye-catching illustrations are rendered in polymer clay and acrylic, bringing the arctic to vivid life....Pair it with Over in the Arctic by Marianne Berkes and Kumak's Fish by Michael Bania for a fun arctic themed story time."—Youth Services Book Review "Suzanne Del Rizzo's dimensional art in polymer clay and acrylic wash offers both an intimate romp with a young puppy and a sweeping celebration of the vast and beautiful tundra, making Sun Dog an immediate and enduringly popular addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections."—Midwest Book Review "Author Deborah Kerbel leads readers on an engaging journey to the Arctic, where she effectively intersperses facts about the flora, fauna and the sun cycle with a sensitive story about a puppy who courageously establishes her rightful place in her community. Suzanne Del Rizzo's vibrant polymer clay and acrylic illustrations, depicting arresting panoramas from a variety of perspectives, add enriching and tactile dimensions to the text."—Canadian Children's Book News "Unique...The artwork is particularly striking featuring dimensional illustrations in polymer clay and acrylic wash."—Village Living Magazine "The joy of being outside and the beauty of the Arctic landscape are beautifully conveyed...a charming story has been synthesized from message and art into the brilliant and heart-warming combination that is Sun Dog."—CanLit for LittleCanadians "All the illustrations were made with clay and paint....The art was my favorite part....People who like animals will like this book."—Nishaant, Age 10, Kids' Book Buzz "This is a lovely story of the connection between Juno and her boy, but also of the high Arctic days, and the animals who call that part of the world their home. The illustrator of this book uses polymer clay as one element of the illustrations and I loved the effect. She brings alive Juno's playfulness (I particularly liked the picture with the sock) and the beautiful environment Juno and her boy live in. The flowers look so real, I wanted to smell them! A great book, especially for youngsters with their own special dog."—Canadian Bookworm "Kerbel's writing is so fluid and measured; while so much activity happens over the course of the picture book, Kerbel's writing is focused, utterly inviting, and perfectly action-packed (yet not frightening for younger readers) when the climactic action occurs. Del Rizzo's clay and acrylic art is so meticulously detailed and dynamic (from larger scenery to the smallest particulars)- I am in awe....The combination of Kerbel's storytelling and Del Rizzo's art make for terrific reading, and I hope we get to see further collaborations from the duo....[A] gorgeous picture book!"—Fab Book Reviews "[A] beautifully illustrated, impeccably written tale...Sun Dog...will speak to all little children, who are just desperate to be bigger and older. One of the most common things I hear in my day job as a preschool teacher and mom is 'I wish I was a grownup!' Juno is every child who is clamouring to have more responsibility and autonomy....Children will love and be inspired by the [polymer clay] illustrations [which] are so vibrant and full of incredible details and mixes of colours to capture the beautiful sky in the far north."—Storytime with Stephanie “This story by [Deborah Kerbel] is a beautiful depiction of life on the tundra through the eyes of a little pup. And [Suzanne Del Rizzo]’s art - created out of polymer clay and plasticine, is so intricate with different textures, that I find myself noticing different layers each time I look at it.”—canadianpicturebooks
£12.99
Groundwood Books Ltd ,Canada Malaika, Carnival Queen
Book SynopsisMalaika learns about her father, who came to Canada as a migrant farm worker when she was just a baby and who shared her love of carnival. Malaika dreams about a man with a basket of fruit and guesses that the dream is about her father. Mummy explains that her daddy passed away long ago, and Grandma decides it’s time Malaika knew more about her father’s life. The family drives to a far-off farm where they receive a warm welcome and visit the orchard where Malaika’s father picked fruit. The farm workers tell Malaika that her daddy had always dreamed of celebrating carnival there, just like back home. Will Malaika agree to be their Carnival Queen for the harvest festival? Nadia L. Hohn and Irene Luxbacher have created another compelling story about Malaika, who finds a way to cope with her sadness about her father through their shared love of carnival. Includes an author's note. Key Text Features dialogue glossary illustrations vignettes Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.6 With prompting and support, name the author and illustrator of a story and define the role of each in telling the story. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.7 With prompting and support, describe the relationship between illustrations and the story in which they appear (e.g., what moment in a story an illustration depicts). CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.1 Ask and answer questions about key details in a text.Trade ReviewA lovely story that intertwines a girl’s past and present into an honest reflection of her family. * Kirkus *A heartwarming story. * School Library Journal *This breathtaking addition to the Malaika picture book series does not disappoint. … Malaika, Carnival Queen is a beautiful depiction of the desire to connect to personal genealogy, but it is also a depiction of black culture and Jamaican heritage. * CM: Canadian Review of Materials *
£12.59
Nimbus Publishing Ltd This Is It, Lark Harnish
Book SynopsisA historical middle-grade novel following a plucky thirteen-year-old hired girl in rural 1919 Nova Scotia, exploring grief and love, poverty and privilege, and family in all its forms, from the award-winning author of The Cammie Turple series.Lark Harnish, plucky and chatty and full of hope, is starting a new life. It's 1919 in rural Nova Scotia and at just thirteen years old, she has to leave her mother and siblings to go work at the McMasters house. Her father has died and her family desperately needs the money.She arrives expecting another version of her own family — bruised and saddened by the loss of a parent, but still full of love and laughter and stories. Instead she finds a family in tatters, with devastated adults raising sad and lonely children. When Lark barrels in with her big personality, she disturbs a long-held silence in the McMasters house. The well-being of Lark's family is on the line, and so are the hearts of the McMasters. Can Lark find her way in this new life, or are two families about to fall apart?In her newest historical middle-grade novel, celebrated author Laura Best brings another delightful group of characters to her readers, along with all the complexity of families finding hope in hard times.
£12.30
Gecko Press Hattie
Book SynopsisHattie is a street-smart country girl in her first year of school. She lives just outside of nowhere, right next to no one at all. Luckily she’s starting school and that brings new adventures. Hattie gets her first swimming badge, falls madly in love with a hermit crab and meets a best friend. Sometimes things go wrong—like when the hairdresser cuts her hair into stumps just in time for school photos. And while Hattie tries her best, it’s not always easy to be well behaved... Hattie is perfect for newly independent readers from Frida Nilsson, whose award-winning The Ice Sea Pirates was an international bestseller.Trade Review"Hattie reminded me of audacious Pippi Longstocking – but Hattie is her own extraordinary self, and she’s excellent company." -- NZ Poetry Box – Paula Green"The simple, very expressive illustrations done in pen and ink and outlined in black add much to enjoying the adventures of this little girl. This story would make a good read-aloud for 1st or 2nd graders." -- Youth Services Book Review"Hattie proves to be a memorable heroine with an impulsive streak and a nose for trouble and is somewhat reminiscent of that other Scandinavian mischief maker Pippi Longstocking. The school story is a familiar one in children’s literature, but Hattie’s tale is told in a fresh, funny and oh-so-relatable way. Her worries and fears will be familiar to all readers, big and small, and her empathetic reactions to the situations in which she finds herself make this a realistic and engrossing read. Nilsson is a master at making you see the world through her characters’ eyes, and Hattie is a character to be celebrated in this charming, funny and relatable book. With quirky and amusing illustrations by Stina Wirsén, Hattie is a pure delight from start to finish and will be eagerly gobbled up by young readers everywhere." Reviewed by Brenda Frawley -- INIS Magazine"There is much to love about this loud-talking, large-hearted, scamp of a girl. Her spirit blinds you with its brilliance. Humour bubbles through every candid utterance and through every artless thought until your tummy wobbles with mirth. Frida Nilsson's masterful portrayal of a primary-schooler in their prime is both funny and poignantly on point." -- Dimity Powell - Dim’s Write Stuff"The combination of storytelling style and gentle setting, led by a girl with a big heart who just seems to get it wrong now and then, really reminded me of my childhood favourite Pippi Longstocking. The narrative is simple but gloriously nostalgic and charming. It’s a super choice for children near the beginning of their independent reading journey as each chapter gives them the fulfilment of a whole story. I also adore the quirky style of Stina Wirsen’s illustrations which adorn the pages throughout. This is a brilliant example of why we should be bringing more books in translation to our shores and our bookshelves." -- Kate Poels writes"Hattie’s cover T-shirt “Watch Out” sets the tone for Hattie’s adventures. Many of Hattie’s escapades are rebellious but she is often the one who tones down her behaviour or recognises her own failings and does something to correct them. Short chapters make this book inviting to younger readers. Sentence structure is simple but not simplistic. There are occasional black line drawings which enliven the text." -- The Children’s Book Council of Australia Reading Time"While Hattie is a mischievous child prone to dramatizing and over thinking situations, she is an endearing character. She has a very contrite and caring side when she realizes she has gone too far. It is an easy to read story with short chapters and would be a great read aloud story for Junior Primary students. The simple illustrations by Stina Wirsen are spaced throughout the text and make a welcome addition to the story." -- Readplus"It’s a completely wild ride – from hysterical laughing to nail-biting nerves, Hattie puts you through your paces. For a large part this is because she is a huge troublemaker. Yet what makes her antics so amusing is that her impulsiveness leads them to (nearly) go very wrong – Hattie gets a little more than she bargained for! Frida Nilsson is a worthy successor to the great Astrid Lindgren, and indeed Hattie could very easily be this generation’s Pippi Longstocking." Readings -- Jeremy George works as a bookseller at Readings Malvern"Readers are sure to be endeared to Hattie’s independent spirit. The simple line pen and ink drawings by Stina Wirsén are comical and expressive and help to capture the loveable Hattie and her antics. Hattie is the perfect series for newly independent readers." -- Outside in World"Youngsters around Hattie’s age will surely love reading about, or hearing of, her escapades; this is a girl with a thirst for fun, a total charmer who just doesn’t stop and think about the consequences of her actions before plunging straight in. She does though pause for thought, reflect and take on board the lessons learned. The occasional line drawings by Stina Wirsén are a sheer delight too." -- Red Reading Hub"Hattie is from the Pippi Longstocking school of clever, anti-establishment little girls who have the capacity for misrule until their conscience kicks in, their hearts turn to fondant and they return to the path of righteousness (while avoiding piety)… the translator, Julia Marshall, has done the story proud; it’s told with elegant precision and Nilsson has a peculiar power to make you remember exactly what it was like to be small, fierce, disempowered and six . . . even when you’re 46." -- The Times"A young mischief-maker manages to get herself out of mishaps. Six-year-old Hattie lives with her loving parents in a red house in Sweden. Their town is "far out in the middle of nowhere." Hattie loves that she's started school. She rides on the bus, does well, and makes friends. Each brief chapter in this gently comical novel describes various escapades Hattie gets up to, often alone, sometimes with her best pal. Readers will be intrigued by Hattie's adventures and will note that each one offers a glimpse into her conscience and lively, persevering personality. Not coincidentally, the incidents advance Hattie's character development, though she remains a child her age. Like most kids, Hattie can be peevish, has a playful, creative imagination, enjoys testing her limits, and doesn't usually foresee or understand the consequences of impulsivity. Still, when events don't conclude the way she'd hoped or planned, Hattie gets sad, angry, or annoyed with herself, learning lessons probably no grown-ups could teach better. Readers will note Hattie's rarely scolded; however, adults are often oblivious to her activities, and she does chide herself. This fast-paced, amusing charmer, with clipped sentences that promote quick reading, is a Swedish import via New Zealand and offers interesting insight into some Nordic customs. Loose black-line illustrations add humor and suggest that all characters are white. An interview with the author appears in the backmatter. Readers will appreciate getting to know Hattie." (Fiction. 7-10) -- Kirkus Reviews
£17.55
Miles Kelly Publishing Ltd 100+ First Words: Farm
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£6.99
Make Believe Ideas Cardboard Builder on the Farm
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£14.24
Usborne Publishing Ltd Little First Stickers Farm
Book SynopsisExplore the farmyard, visit the cowshed and meet a whole host of friendly animals in this delightful book. With over 250 stickers to bring the beautifully illustrated scenes to life.
£7.59
Usborne Publishing Ltd Look Inside a Farm
Book SynopsisThere's lots of fun to be had on the farm with this interactive flap book, full of surprises to keep inquiring minds entertained. Reveals what a cow's day is like, how a farm changes with the seasons and the different animals and machines that can be found on the farm. A wonderful glimpse of life on a farm for young children.
£14.24
Usborne Publishing Ltd Peek Inside the Farm
Book SynopsisA colorful and charmingly illustrated non-fiction book for very small children, with lots of flaps to lift, holes to peek through and farm animals to spot. Children can peek inside the hen house at sunrise in search of eggs, watch the cows being milked behind the big barn doors and spot the lambs frolicking in the fields. Little hands will love to lift the flaps to see the vegetables growing underground, or the peas inside their green pods, and to spot all the produce being sold in the farm shop, from cheese, bread and honey to knitted hats and lambswool jumpers. An engaging and interactive introduction to life on a farm and where food comes from.
£10.34
Bonnier Books Ltd Tractor
Book SynopsisLearn about the amazing work tractors do all year round on the farm, and drive your very own wooden tractor across the pages
£11.01
Igloo Books Tractors: Wooden Toy & Board Book Set
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£13.49
Igloo Books Play-Along Tractors: Push, Pull, Slide, and Spin
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£9.99
Bookpublishingworld My Nigeria - People, Places and Culture
£9.09
What on Earth Books Zoom: Farm Adventure
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£13.49
Knowledge Books My Wild Farm: Working with Nature
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£9.49
SparkPress The Santa Thief
Book Synopsis2018 IPPY Gold Medal Winner in Holiday SPARK Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing for Children: Illustrated Book category 2017 USA Best Book Award Winner in Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction 2017 Today Show winter book selection "The appealing illustrations glow with lamplight and provide many small details that ground this story in a Pennsylvania farmhouse in the 1920s, and Georgie’s dark eyebrows and freckles give him personality. VERDICT A pleasant, if slight, slice-of-life tale.” —School Library Journal It’s winter in Girard, Pennsylvania and the pond is completely frozen over—ready for a young boy to go skating!—but Georgie’s ice skates are too small. All Georgie wants for Christmas is a new pair of skates. But times are tough in 1920s Pennsylvania, and he gets the disappointing news Santa might not come this year. Follow Georgie as he decides to take matters into his own hands—and discovers what Christmas is all about. The Santa Thief is a heartwarming tale of boyhood set in 1920s Pennsylvania for children ages 4–8.Trade Review2018 IPPY Gold Medal Winner in Holiday SPARK Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing for Children: Illustrated Book category 2017 USA Best Book Award Winner in Children's Picture Book: Hardcover Fiction 2017 Today Show winter book selection "The appealing illustrations glow with lamplight and provide many small details that ground this story in a Pennsylvania farmhouse in the 1920s, and Georgie’s dark eyebrows and freckles give him personality. VERDICT A pleasant, if slight, slice-of-life tale.” —School Library Journal "An entertaining story with a plucky main character, a problem-solver rather than a thief.” —Kirkus Reviews "With Christmas right around the corner, Georgie is disheartened to learn that rough times mean Santa may not be able to deliver the ice skates he has been wishing for, in The Santa Thief. Set in small-town Pennsylvania circa 1920,the illustrations from Lauren Gallegos are reminiscent of Norman Rockwell’s Depression-era portraits, with snowy woods and cozy robe-clad mornings. Georgie regains his holiday spirit with a touching surprise for his hardworking parents.” —Foreword Reviews FIVE STARS
£10.99
West Margin Press Cassie and Jasper: Kidnapped Cattle
Book SynopsisThe third book in the award-winning Range Riders seriesCassie sometimes pretended she owned the family’s ranch, that the cattle were hers to care for and the land was hers to watch. But one day Pa sits her down and tells her something shocking: the ranch is struggling financially, and if the cows and calves aren’t brought down safely from high summer pastures before the weather turns cold, the ranch will go under. Determined, Cassie and her best friend, Jasper, come up with a plan: they would secretly head for the mountains and bring the cattle down themselves. Trail riding, camping, and herding cows is nothing new for the seasoned ranch kids, but an early snowstorm, rustlers, and other dangers turn the weekend into a fight for survival for kids and cattle alike. It will take all of their courage, cowboy skills, and some horseshoe-charm good luck to get everyone back home.
£7.59
