Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Families and family members
Albert Whitman & Company Everybodys Home
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£8.15
Albert Whitman & Company ROSH HASHANAH RECIPE
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£17.09
Islamic Foundation Turning Back to Allah
Book SynopsisSulaiman finds himself having to face his worst fears, feeling lost and helpless he realises the need to turn to Allah.
£8.21
Tilbury House,U.S. The Lemonade Hurricane
Book SynopsisA perfect introduction to meditation for young readers, presented in a captivating story.
£9.67
Lasavia Publishing Ltd Draw Me a Hero
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£14.25
Sometimes
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£14.20
McEllisons call BILLY 07899 232007 Have you called Billy yet
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£8.54
Pascha Press When My Yiayia Died
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£21.84
MindStir Media Daddy Why Do Bubbles Disappear
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£11.99
Little Squirrel Publishing, LLC Because of You
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£8.16
Little Big Deer Samson
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£15.19
Indy Pub Clever Cori The Mountain Peak Phoenix 2
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£20.69
La Familia Rocha
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£10.24
WW Norton & Co Dumplings for Lili
Book SynopsisA heartfelt picture book celebration of food, community and familyand little dumpling treasures from around the world.
£12.59
Tommy Nelson Be the Boss of Your Stuff
Book SynopsisGive your kids the decluttering guide that will encourage their independence and create a more peaceful home for your family. Allie Casazza has created a resource for you to show kids how to create and design their own space, offering practical ideas on organization and productivity, kid-friendly inspiration for mindfulness, and interactive pages for creativity.Allie has encouraged women to simplify and unburden their lives as the host of The Purpose Show podcast and through her first book Declutter Like a Mother. Now she''s helping you equip your kids and tweens to discover the same joy of decluttering as they design and create a space that supports their interests and goals, make more room in their lives for playtime and creativity, increase productivity and find renewed focus for schoolwork, learn valuable life skills, and cut down on cleaning time, reduce stress, and feel mor
£999.99
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Secret in the Stone
Book SynopsisClaire Martinson and her sister Sophie are fighting to save Arden, the magical land they discovered by climbing up a chimney in their late aunt''s house. They are the last descendants of Prince Martin of Arden, and only a prince or princess with magic in their blood can awaken the lost unicorns.As Claire struggles with her magical training, Sophie uncovers dangerous truths about the people they thought were their friends. Will Claire be able to prove she is the heir who was prophesied and unlock the magic of the unicorns before it''s too late?This series is perfect for Frozen fans and anyone wanting to return to Narnia ...Trade ReviewFans of magic and fantasy, especially those who love Madeleine L’Engle’s A Wrinkle in Time ... or Neil Gaiman’s Coraline, can’t miss this debut * Booklist *Hand to readers who love Narnia * School Library Journal *Rich worldbuilding and high stakes make this a quest worth taking with a protagonist who grows by facing her fears * Kirkus Reviews *Utterly delightful! Taps into the wonderful childhood fantasy of finding a secret door to another world. * Jessica Day George, New York Times bestselling author *The Unicorn Quest draws you into a richly imagined alternate world, keeps you on edge with clever twists and turns, then leaves you breathless as it gallops to its sensational climax! * Bruce Coville, author of The Unicorn Chronicles series *
£6.99
BroadStreet Publishing Grandma Loves You
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£8.99
Hachette Children's Group Eight Pieces of Silva
Book SynopsisFrom the multi-award-winning author of Orangeboy, an addictive mystery that refuses to let you go long after you turn the final page. Can Becks piece the jigsaw together and find her sister before Silva loses herself?Trade ReviewAn absorbing family mystery set in contemporary London, full of the complex, charismatic characters that Lawrence draws so well. -- Fiona Noble * The Observer *The multi-award-winning Lawrence returns with this beautifully written story of a young gay teen searching for her missing sister. -- Sarah Hughes * 'i' newspaper *The award-winning Lawrence returns with this fast-paced and thoroughly addictive tale of teenager Becks' desperate hunt for her missing sister, Silva. * i *Patrice Lawrence writes in the language of London teenagers, and the voices ring true. -- Alex O'Connell * The Times *Inclusive, funny, punchy and unique, Lawrence's writing remains unique. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *Multi-award-winning author of 'Orangeboy', Patrice Lawrence, returns with this fast-paced and thoroughly addictive tale of teenager Becks's desperate hunt for her missing sister, Silva. -- Justine Carbery * Irish Sunday Independent *An unapologetic celebration of teen culture - The Jhalak Prize
£999.99
Hachette Children's Group Our World in Crisis Health and Disease
Book SynopsisHealth problems have a significant impact on the wellbeing and even the life expectancy of many people in low-and middle-income countries. This book looks at the factors that influence life expectancy and at what constitutes a healthy lifestyle. It explores the fight against disease throughout the world and the role of healthcare industries. It asks readers to think about what they can do to promote good health, in their own lives and the lives of others.The Our World in Crisis series features in-depth explorations of major issues faced by people across the world today. Each book features case studies, photos and infographics to present statistics. They are a great resource for children aged 10+ who want to look behind the headlines in a world of fake news or for citizenship education.
£13.29
Hachette Children's Group Me and My World My Family
Book SynopsisA series that helps young children navigate the tricky world of relationships at home, school and beyond
£12.34
Hachette Children's Group All About Me Family
Book SynopsisThere are many different types of family, they can be big or small. Learn about the people who make a family and how they look after each other and have fun.With very low level text, these books are simple introductions to how children can look after themselves and their physical and mental health. Questions throughout encourage children to talk about their ideas and experiences and engage children with the topic.The All About Me series helps young children to learn more about themselves, their body and their health. Read the other titles in the series: Friends, Growing up, Keeping Well, My Body, My Senses.
£11.39
Xlibris One Full Cycle
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£14.00
Xlibris Children Are To Be Seen and Not Heard
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£21.85
Hot Key Books The Yellow Room
Book SynopsisIf you receive a letter telling you your father has died, what do you do? Anna's father left when she was very young and Anna, now 16, is living with her ambitious, unemotional, scientist mother. Then she receives a letter from her father's current girlfriend, Edie, with some shocking news: her father has died.Trade ReviewThis slim volume is packed with deceptive relationships and bad decisions made through fear, and will cast a chill over the sun lounger despite some implausible resolutions -- Geraldine Brennan * Theguardian.com *A compelling story of an unlikely friendship surrounded by secrets and lies, The Yellow Room is a smart and well written novel that is hard put down. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend * The Bookbag *A realistic look at the deteriorating relationship between a mother and daughter. Be careful who you trust with your secrets, because they might just use to bring you down. If you're looking for a super creepy page turning contemporary, then this is the one for you * Serendipity Reviews *The Yellow Room is so engaging. You know something isn't quite right, but you're not quite sure what. You know it'll end badly, but you're not quite sure how it will end * Luna's Little Library *The language and style of The Yellow Room was perfectly suited for the plot (...) I would recommend it for young teens at 13 years old and above, as it is an enjoyable thriller without the gore that comes associated with the adult genre * famousinjapan.co.uk *Not knowing what you're in for makes this book so much more unputdownable (...) The Yellow Room was such a thrilling, captivating novel and I honestly didn't expect to love it as much as I did. The pacing was fantastic, the characters were intriguing and realistic, and there were moments when I wasn't sure who I could trust...a thought-provoking read that gets more intense with the turn of every page (...) If you're a fan of contemporaries with a dark twist, I can't recommend this novel enough' * Written Word Worlds (Australia) *Utterly gripping. A taut contemporary thriller. * The School Librarina *a fantastically creepy to story to watch unwind. * The Pool *
£6.99
Archway Publishing Annie Spills Her Milk
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£11.09
Liferich Willful Wendy
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£11.97
Liferich Willful Wendy
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£14.20
Hachette Children's Group Where Do You Go, Birdy Jones?
Book SynopsisFrom the author of JOE ALL ALONE - a BAFTA winning and Emmy nominated CBBC series.A story about finding yourself when everything changes and believing that love never runs out. Perfect for fans of A Boy called Hope and Jacqueline Wilson.Eleven-year-old Birdy Jones is all alone. She doesn't belong at school, at home, or even with her dad anymore. The only place she feels like herself is at her grandpa's pigeon loft, where the familiar warmth and birdsong block out the world. It's also where she meets Dogger - her only friend and the one person who really seems to know where she's coming from.Birdy used to be happy, when it was just her and Dad, but now she has a stepmum, a little sister, and another baby on the way. Worse, her growing family needs to move house, but Birdy doesn't believe there'll ever be enough room for her in Dad's busy life - and she can't leave Grandpa and the pigeons. She won't.Birdy dreams of a different family and future, and with Dogger's help she decides to find one - even if it means running away from everything she's ever known. But sometimes you need to fly away to find your way home again . . .Trade ReviewA poignant story of family, friendship and the things that matter, with an audacious heroine * Guardian *A great tale of home, homing birds and belonging . . . drenched in atmosphere . . . full of heart * BITE-SIZE BOOKS *Insightful and perceptive, this is an excellent read about contemporary issues with superb characters and thought-provoking scenarios. * Parents in Touch *I don't mind admitting that I bawled my eyes out over Where Do You Go, Birdy Jones? It's just so lovely and heartfelt and genuine [...] There's so much to love about this story [...] I won't forget Birdy Jones for a long time. -- Jill Murphy * The Book Bag *This is such a lovely story and Birdy is a wonderfully strong girl [...] It's enough to make you cry. * The Bookwitch (blog) *A story about finding yourself when everything changes. * The Bookseller *'A tender, unsentimental adventure, filled with family ties, love and courage' * Guardian on THE INCREDIBLE BILLY WILD *'A real boy's voice, nailed hard to a tale rich with wrong decisions, hopeless plans andstabs at redemption. I loved it' * Steve Cole on JOE ALL ALONE *'An insightful, gripping, character-driven novel about peer pressure and the conflict between wanting to fit in and standing up for yourself ... As the novel builds to a tense, emotional climax, you'll be on the edge of your seat' * Joanne Owen - LoveReading4Kids - on WHITE LIES, BLACK DARE *
£6.99
West Margin Press My Name is Not Ed Tug
Book SynopsisA sweet, whimsical story about the meaningfulness behind a person's name and the power of accepting people just as they are.Featured in Children's Book Council's Summer 2022 Showcase: Love Makes the World Go Round"Names are so important. They are our parents' first gifts to us. They have history and meaning. For some it is the name we choose that embraces the best version of ourselves. Everyone deserves to be called by their correct name. This was simply beautiful."—Lupe, Bookmarks (Winston-Salem, NC)"Edimorwhitimormiligimmus Tug is determined to teach his classmates and teacher about the important family stories behind his superlong name."—Publishers Weekly, Fall Children's AnnouncementsEdimorwhitimormiligimmus Tug has a very special name that is all his own. But his teacher thinks it's too long and hard to say. One day she shortens it to. . . Ed.But he loves his name just the way it is. So he comes up with a plan—if he can teach everyone his name, maybe they'll love it too!Sweet and whimsical, My Name Is Not Ed Tug empowers readers to own their identities and proudly celebrate who they are.Trade Review"My Name Is Not Ed Tug by Amy Nielander, [is] about a boy named Edimorwhitimormiligimmus Tug, who is frustrated and hurt when his teacher insists on calling him by an abbreviated name."—Publishers Weekly, Fall 2022 Children's Sneak Previews
£13.29
Graphic Arts Books Jo's Boys
Book SynopsisJo’s Boys (1886) is a novel by American author Louis May Alcott. Written while Alcott was living in the historic Thoreau-Alcott House in Concord, Massachusetts, Jo’s Boys picks up ten years after the events of Little Men, which followed the young sons of Jo Bhaer (née March) and Professor Friedrich Bhaer at their newly established Plumfield Estate School. As with the rest of the series, Jo’s Boys was inspired by the educational reforms theorized and practiced by her father. Plumfield boys Tommy, Emil, Nat, Dan, Demi, Rob, and Ted have all grown up, taking with them into the world the lessons they learned at the Plumfield Estate School. Split into sections following the lives of each young man, Jo’s Boys traces the impact on Jo and Friedrich Bhaer’s experimental form of education across a number of diverse—and often difficult—situations. Each character navigates the realities of college, marriage, and work with varying degrees of success, often finding that what they can most rely on is a well-grounded sense of morality, as well as a strong and abundant understanding of themselves as individuals. Emil, Professor Friedrich Bhaer’s nephew, becomes a sailor, gets promoted to second mate, and is faced with the challenge of rescuing his fellow shipmates after a wreck leaves them stranded. Tommy enters medical school but finds it difficult to dedicate himself to his work while weighing his complex affections for Nan and Dora, both of whom he could see himself marrying. The novel’s most compelling character is Dan, who becomes a sheep-herder in Australia before returning to America, being arrested out West, and ultimately discovering his deeply entrenched need to dedicate his life to others. Although originally written for children, Louisa May Alcott’s Jo’s Boys, alongside the other novels in her “March Family Saga,” has long been read and adored by children and adults alike. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Louisa May Alcott’s Jo’s Boys is a classic of American literature and children’s fiction reimagined for modern readers.
£12.34
Workman Publishing Indestructibles: Te amo, bebé / Love You, Baby:
Book SynopsisBooks babies can really sink their gums into! Now in bilingual English and Spanish! Baby loves hugs. Just like baby kitty! Baby loves nuzzles. Just like baby bunny! Baby loves snuggles. Just like baby piggy! Indestructibles is the trusted series for easing little ones into story time. Beloved by babies and their parents, Indestructibles are built for the way babies “read” (i.e., with their hands and mouths) and are: · Rip Proof—made of ultra-durable tight-woven material ·Waterproof—can be chewed on, drooled on, and washed! ·Emergent Literacy Tool—bright pictures and few or no words encourage dialogic reading ·Portable—lightweight books can go anywhere, perfect for the diaper bag and for travel ·Safe for Baby—meets ASTM safety standards
£6.50
Xlibris My Military Mom
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£11.35
Authorhouse A Wish for Uncle Tomatoes and Pop Pop Potatoes:
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£14.95
FriesenPress Winston Wakes
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£18.52
FriesenPress Max Loves Cupcakes
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£9.49
Kidkiddos Books Ltd. Lets play Mom
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£12.99
Hachette Children's Group Oil
Book SynopsisIlluminating and informative guides to some of the most pressing issues in our world today
£13.29
Pan Macmillan Permanent Rose
Book SynopsisPermanent Rose is the third book in Hilary McKay's laugh-out-loud, award-winning Casson Family series.It's a long hot, never-ending summer, with no letters for Rose.Tom went back to America, and Rose hasn't heard from him since. No phone calls, no messages, nothing at all. New friend David, however hard he may be trying, is no replacement.And home doesn't offer relief either: Dad's left Mum for a young model, Caddy is questioning her imminent wedding and Saffy is trying to find her real father.Rose is determined to find Tom in New York. But what else will she find on the way?Follow the family's adventures in the rest of the beloved series: Saffy's Angel, Indigo's Star, Caddy Ever After, Forever Rose and Caddy's World.Trade ReviewSo good it almost hurts . . . charming, affectionate and perfectly written * Independent *From the opening scene ... McKay's third story about the vibrant Casson family is entrancing * The Guardian *Permanent Rose is the antidote to everything that's bad in children's books and, indeed, everything that's bad in life... there are no hard edges but no sentimental slop either, in this beguiling story * The Sunday Telegraph *Realistic dialogue and irresistible characters enliven the tale * School Library Journal *McKay's strength lies in her ability to craft an unputdownable story from everyday happenings, and to handle serious issues and emotions with real lightness. She evokes the whole Casson family so vividly that the reader can imagine their lives going on uniterupted even after the book has been closed. Highly recommended * Bookfest *Rose Casson is the kind of girl we should all want to be... A great sequel to Saffy's Angel and Indigo's Star. * Family Interest Magazine *
£6.99
Pan Macmillan You Can Do Anything, Tyrone!: An Out of This
Book SynopsisYou Can Do Anything, Tyrone! is a fantastic fun tale of imagination and adventure from the award-winning comedian and actor Sir Lenny Henry.Tyrone is going to build a brilliant rocket ship out of building blocks and go on an adventure to the moon! There's just one problem . . . the blocks won't work, and Tyrone quickly loses his temper. Luckily, Grandad Cleveland is on hand to show him that with self belief, a bit of determination and a lot of imagination, there’s nothing Tyrone can't do. In fact, why stop at the moon when there's the rest of the world and a whole universe to explore!A highly entertaining rhyming story full of love, family and fun - brilliantly brought to life by illustrator Salomey Doku.Trade ReviewMinipreneur found this rhyming story extremely entertaining with its themes of love, family and the importance of self-belief. * World Preneur Magazine *Tyrone’s grandad is a wonderful role model of determination, resilience and self-belief. With a big dose of imagination, this wonderful pair has a fantastic adventure and proves that they really can do anything. * Scope for Imagination blog *
£12.34
Xist Publishing I Share My Name
Book Synopsis"A young boy celebrates his Sephardic Jewish cultural tradition of naming children after grandparents"--
£19.94
Roxanne Howman The Crystal Heart Bottle Stopper
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£15.26
Enchanted Lion Books At the Drop of a Cat
Book SynopsisWith lush art by two-time NYT Best Illustrated recipient Violeta Lópiz, a picture book about a boy and his larger-than-life immigrant grandfather, who shares with him the kind of learning that’s not taught in classrooms.★ A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2023! ★ A NYPL Best Children's Book of 2023! ★ A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2023! ★ A Marginalian Favorite Book of 2023! ★ A 2024 USBBY Outstanding International Book!At six years old, the child-narrator of this picture book loves nothing more than spending time with his grandpa, Luis—especially in his marvelous garden, where green beans reach as high as the sky. Luis’s garden is where the little boy practices reading and writing. But just as importantly, it’s also where he learns wonderful things from Luis, like the names of all the birds in the trees and new expressions that are so much fun to say. Luis's playful vocabulary is as vibrant and full of life as his garden, and phrases that are particular to his way of talking, like "at the drop of a cat" (which means right away), are soon adapted into the little boy's lexicon, too.A talented cook, artist, and gardener, Luis has much wisdom to impart and many experiences to share with his grandson—even though, as a war refugee, he never went to school himself and never learned to read and write. A loving testament to the intergenerational transmission of knowledge and the breathtaking beauty of the natural world, illustrated with evocative, multilayered art by Violeta Lópiz.Trade Review★ A 2024 USBBY Outstanding International Book! ★★ A New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2023! ★”Lópiz’s lush, verdant and empathetic art depicts both their shared interests and the differences that separate them. As grandson and grandfather grow closer, Lópiz gradually pulls back the thick vegetation, creating space for them to show each other their true selves, and show readers something all of us are searching for: a purely human connection.” —Christopher Lassen, member of the 2023 NYT/NYPL Best Illustrated jury & NYPL children’s librarian★ A New York Public Library Best Children's Book of 2023! ★“In this heartwarming story translated from French, lush illustrations provide a verdant backdrop as a young child lovingly speaks about his grandfather. Luis, a Spanish refugee living in France, never learned to read or write, nonetheless his grandson admires his many talents.” —New York Public Library★ A Kirkus Reviews Best Picture Book of 2023! ★★ “A dark-haired, pale-skinned 6-year-old adores spending time with their grandfather, whom they call Luis. The sensitively written text reveals Luis’ struggles without presenting him as lesser. The young narrator loves how Luis mixes up idioms, the source of the book’s title. Because Luis fled Spain as a child during ‘a terrible war’ and had to work to support himself in France, he never went to school or learned to read and write. Although early on, the narrator informs us, ‘I’m learning to read and write,’ this does not turn into a story centered on Luis’ illiteracy. The grandchild lovingly details their grandfather’s appreciation for birds, cats, and the natural world as well as his many skills, like gardening, cooking, playing guitar, and painting. ‘Dad says Luis is as good as Henri Rousseau,’ the text reads, which provides insight into the artistic inspiration behind Lópiz’s lush, naïve style and flat aesthetic. By book’s end, the narrator can read well, and Luis celebrates this accomplishment with a gift that reinforces their special bond and brings this stunning and tender tale to a satisfying conclusion. Warmhearted and affirming—one to pick up.” —Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW★ A Marginalian Favorite Book of 2023! ★“A bright and immeasurably tender celebration of the many languages of love comes from French author Élise Fontenaille and Spanish artist Violeta Lópiz in their lovely collaboration At the Drop of a Cat… Radiating from the pages is the great tenderness that blooms between the young boy and the old man as they try to understand each other, to inhabit each other’s inner garden… The loveliest thing I have seen in a very long time.“ —Maria Popova, The Marginalian (formerly Brain Pickings)“Lópiz shows in lush, dreamy illustrations the magic of the world Luis shares with the boy. A wonder-filled landscape of flowers, birds, aromatic meals, and cranky cats, it is also a world far beyond what can be taught in a classroom. Showing love and admiration across generations, this sweet title can be a guide for the appreciation of the natural world and the quiet love of family. This lovely purchase is a gentle yet effective work; its story and rich, complex illustrations highlight the joy of sharing the natural world that exists between a boy and his beloved grandfather.” —School Library Journal“A six-year-old narrates this reflection about a cherished grandparent... Luis is a miraculous gardener with an intimate knowledge of wildlife. Artist Lópiz (The True Story of a Mouse Who Never Asked for It) places colorful silhouettes of leaves and birds within the contours of Luis’s face, behind his bushy moustache and serious eyes... The dense foliage that twines through the art mirrors the rich thicket of the grandchild’s thoughts and the grandfather’s knowledge as the two spend time together, sharing Luis’s idiosyncratic idioms ('At the drop of a cat') and celebrating the child’s success in a lushly produced book that asks where worth really lies.” —Publishers Weekly"Lópiz’s beautifully composed, exquisitely controlled illustrations burst with color, capturing impressions and moments with graceful lines and evocative, layered patterns and textures. There is a particularity to the story and characters that makes this book most memorable and spellbinding." —Julie Danielson, The Horn Book★ “The text is lyrical and lengthy; I would almost describe this as an illustrated short story... This book was lovely, absorbing, and wistful without being cloying. The lack of a name or gender for the child will give the book even more resonance for all readers. The child also describes Luis’s art (‘Dad says Luis is as good as Henri Rousseau and he is a really famous painter’) and I assumed that the beautiful illustrations were, in fact, Luis’s drawings that he and the child work on together in the book. They look to be a mix of watercolor and collage, full of the green leaves of Luis’s garden, naive, and easy to interpret with many fascinating details. The child and the grandfather appear repeatedly, with the smaller human nestled inside the outline of the bald, big-nosed grandpa. This will be a wonderful one-to-one read aloud with an adult. The translators have done a great job here; originally published in French, this English translation flows beautifully. I was fascinated by the author’s ability to present hard truths in such a joyful and plain manner. The book manages to be equal parts moving and funny.” —Susan Harari (Keefe Library, Boston Latin School, Boston, MA), Youth Services Book Review, STARRED REVIEW"Verdant, layered artwork by Violeta Lópiz brings a sense of mysticism to At the Drop of a Cat, a picture book by Élise Fontenaille in which a 6-year-old boy describes his relationship with his grandfather, Luis... Against a backdrop of lush, plant-filled pictures, the child explains that Luis had left his home in Spain at the age of 11 and walked overland until he reached safety in France... As the child chatters on, readers ages 4-8 find out more about Luis’s life experiences while also coming to appreciate the things the old man can teach his grandson: songs in Spanish, guitar chords and the difference between edible and poisonous plants... Translated from the French by Karin Snelson and Emilie Robert Wong, At the Drop of a Cat is the sort of picture book that seems intended to awaken empathetic feelings and a child’s aesthetic senses." —Wall Street Journal“French author Élise Fontenaille and illustrator Violeta Lópiz present their own distinctive take on friendship and connection with At the Drop of a Cat, a meditation on the relationship between the book’s six-year-old narrator and his grandpa Luis, a gardener, artist and refugee who fled war in his home country of Spain. Lópiz’s stunning illustrations take readers at child’s eye-level into Luis’s luscious garden, reminiscent of Henri Rousseau’s paintings, with whom Luis’s own art is compared. Luis may be illiterate, but he’s wise and inspiring, and his grandson enjoys his poetically muddled phrases (the book’s title is Luis’s version of “at the drop of a hat”). Nature-themed picture books have flourished in recent times but this is something special: Lópiz’s fluid, overlapping designs really magnify the sense of the pair being at one with the land and each other.” —The Guardian“A young boy shares his observant and abundant appreciation for his grandpa, Luis, in this picture book originally published in France… Love—unstated yet obvious–radiates from every page of a child-centered story set against distinct, expressive illustrations celebrating the natural world that—along with his grandson—clearly brings Luis joy.” —Cooperative Children’s Book Center (CCBC)"Violeta Lópiz uses the technique of painting on transparencies and then layering the transparencies to create fabulous illustrations. Just like the layered illustrations, there is so much depth in this story. The loving relationship between a grandson and grandfather, make it a perfect book for an intergenerational storytime. This is also a story of words, art, and music; of spending time together in the garden; and of a grandchild learning to read, something their grandfather did not have the opportunity to learn... I found myself reading At the Drop of a Cat over and over again." —Paula Holmes, for World Kid Lit
£12.59
Black Rose Writing When Grandpa Gets Going
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£11.95
Innovo Publishing LLC My Hero Doesn't Wear a Cape
Book SynopsisABOUT THE BOOK: My Hero Doesn''t Wear a Cape captures the pride and admiration a young boy feels for his hero-his dad, the soldier. This book realistically depicts, through the eyes of a young boy, what it is like to have a parent serving in the military. He witnesses strangers who come up and shake his dad''s hand, he views his dad marching in parades, he watches with the world as his father leaves for faraway places to help others in need, and he witnesses the strength of his mother. When his dad is home, the young boy describes the softer, gentler, human side of his real-life hero that only his family knows. My Hero Doesn''t Wear a Cape truly touches on the unique experiences military families share. It is honest it its portrayal of how the families of military men and women also serve their country. Author royalties will be donated to charitable organizations who support US military veterans and their families. **** ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Gloria Canada grew up as one of four children in a military family. The pride, strength, and determination she witnessed in both her mother and father during their many moves and her father''s deployment to Vietnam helped to create the strong commitment she has to the many challenges military families face. She has spent over thirty years in the field of education working as a teacher, principal, and consultant. She earned her doctorate from Texas A&M University. Gloria has two grown sons, Charles and Eric, and lives with her husband, Tom, and their dog, Chula, in San Antonio, Texas.
£15.26
Big Blue Sky Press Play Their First BIG Game. A Bugville Critters
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£10.24
Byways Through the Notches: A Zane Johns Adventure
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£9.36
Lucid Books Say Yes Again
Book Synopsis"He is safe here, but he needs to feel safe.""If he''s not going home to his parents, why can''t he stay with us?"Say YES Again is a story about Avery, a loquacious girl whose family welcomes foster children into their home. Avery gets a chance to be both a Big Sister and a Younger Sister when David and Luca are placed in her home. With her parents'' help, she learns about respite care, kinship placement, and what it means to "walk in another person''s shoes." Love, empathy, and compassion grow in Avery''s heart as she realizes the impact of saying YES to foster care and wants to say YES again.The Joy of Avery series offers resources for foster care families and brings the world of foster care to life by exploring Avery''s feelings as her family welcomes foster children into their home. Say YES Again is the third book in this faith-based series. The first book is It''s Okay to Wonder. The second book is Braver Than Me.
£16.14
Lucid Books Your Parents' Love
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£15.42
