Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Friends and friendships
Museyon Guides You Are My Best Friend
Book SynopsisOnce upon a time a violent, mean, selfish Tyrannosaurus roamed the land, and all the other animals feared him. One day, while chasing other animals, the Tyrannosaurus falls into the ocean. The Elasmosaurus, who lives in the sea, saves his life, and the Tyrannosaurus says "thank you" for the very first time. From that day, the land creature and the sea creature become best friends. The author, Tatsuya Miyanishi, delivers a heartwarming story about friendship with vivid, brightly coloured illustrations and endearingly drawn characters. AGES: 5 to 7 AUTHOR: Born in 1956, Tatsuya Miyanishi graduated from the Nihon University College of Art and was a doll artist and graphic designer before becoming a picture-book author. Miyanishi's books have a passionate fan base of all ages that enjoys his range of endearing characters in many genres, from superheroes to dinosaurs, all illustrated with bright colors. He has won the Kodansha Cultural Award for Picture Books, as well as the Kenbuchi Picture Book Grand Prize.
£12.99
Pelican Publishing Company Little Laveau: A Magical Bedtime Story
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£9.50
Pelican Publishing Company Little Laveau: A Pirate Adventure
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£9.50
Little Creek Press Bellamy's Ball
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£14.20
Little Creek Press Sally La Piedra Y Amigos: Compartir La Bondad Y
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£14.72
Persnickety Press Extravaganza at the Plaza
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£14.20
Islandport Press The Sugar Mountain Snow Ball
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£16.79
Boys Town Press The Great Compromise
Book SynopsisCora June and her classmate, Wilson, are locked in a battle of wills. Each one desperately wants to be the ultimate decision maker. They scream at each other about whether to play dodgeball or football at break time. They get into a tug of war over a Popsicle. Each wants to dictate where to go on the next class trip! Can these two opinionated, wanna-be leaders compromise or agree to anything? Using rhymes and true-to-life situations, this story offers valuable lessons about the power of compromise and why the best leaders are never afraid to negotiate.
£10.44
Boys Town Press Herman Jiggle, Say Hello!: How to Talk to People
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£10.44
Boys Town Press Diamond Rattle Loves to Tattle
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£11.39
Regal House Publishing LLC Grape!
Book SynopsisGrape is in trouble again! He punched Miss Roof in the arm! Now he’s suspended for two weeks, and Principal Clarkson has threatened to send him to Riverwash, a school for problem kids. But he has one last chance. Grape must spend an hour a day writing about his history of trouble, and there’s a lot of trouble to choose from... Grape’s best friend Lou is by his side, and even though Grape drives his parents crazy, they’re pulling for him all the way. But will Grape make sense of it all? Will it be enough to keep him out of Riverwash?Trade Review"Grape's misadventures, born from the 'spiders' in his brain, are hilarious and heart-wrenching. Whether he's stuck in a storm drain, singing songs to his crush, or (gulp) streaking, you will find yourself cheering and quite possibly shedding a tear for this dear boy. Grape! is a book of uncommon empathy, a perfect story for every child who wants to be heard and loved for who they are, and for every grown up who wants to understand them." J. Cynthia McDermott EdD. Founder, Horace Mann Upstanders Children's Book Award; Professor and Regional Director at Antioch University, Los Angeles"Gabriel Arquilevich has created something very special here. Hilarious, moving, and full of life, Grape is an unforgettable character, an unforgettable book." Gayle Brandeis, award-winning author of My Life with the Lincolns"Quirky kids (and adults who remember being quirky kids) will cheer for Gabriel Arquilevich's Grape! a lovable mess of a tween who moves from one laugh-out-loud disaster to another while struggling to navigate school and friendships and musical theater camp in this rollicking homage to 1970s pop culture." Melissa Hart, author of Avenging the Owl and Better with Books: 500 Diverse Books to Ignite Empathy and Encourage Self-Acceptance in Tweens and Teens ."Bitter-sweetness and a touch of humor make this a tale which touches the heart and proves there's more to trouble than just being mean. Grape is in trouble again, but this time, he's suspended from school for two weeks. The principal hasn't decided whether to let Grape return or send him of to a school for problem children. Grape's one chance is to write down his memories of the times he's gotten in trouble over the years. And there are some big ones to chose from. But as he writes, he might discover more than the unfairness in all of it. While starting and ending with the usual story scenes, the rest of these pages constitute Grape's journal. It takes place in the 1970's with a boy who tries his best to work with people, but they never seem to work with him back. In the end, the spiders talk in his head and things go wacky or simply wrong. Each episode is a mixture of humor and heart-aching consequences. Grape's mistakes are clear. Still, he never has ill intentions...not mean, anyway. He, like many kids, ends up finding himself in situations which blur the lines of rules, necessities or desire. Readers will understand Grape's problems and feel for him, while clearly seeing what exactly went wrong and why. Grape isn't a normal kid. This is never directly said but becomes clear as the tale goes on. It's never said what exactly his problem is (outside of an accident which leaves a cracked skull when he's very young), only that he has spiders which wiggle and talk in his head when they shouldn't. It's a gentle way to help readers understand those who might be a bit different. It makes a great read for especially for the classroom environment and is sure to bring new awareness and insights into understanding those around us." T. Drecker , Reviewer at Bookworm for Kids"In 1970s California, Argentinean Jewish middle schooler Gabriel, or Grape, struggles with school and fitting in. Grape blames his problems on the "spiders" in his brain, a result of falling backward from his high chair as a baby and cracking his skull open. Most recently, he punched Miss Roof in the arm and was suspended for two weeks. Principal Clarkson wants to send him to Riverwash, a school for "problem" kids, but gives him one more chance. Grape must spend an hour a day writing about his history of trouble, from getting stuck in a storm drain to fighting with his best friend Lou. The story, written in journal entries from Grape's perspective, chronicles everything that led up to his most recent incident, including challenges at musical theater camp and a fascination with streaking. Grape's actions and issues with impulse control might prove alienating to some readers, but relatable for others with similar experiences. VERDICT Quirky kids will relate to Grape's struggles to fit in both in school and with friends." Sarah Polace, School Library Journal"Grape is in trouble again! He punched Miss Roof in the arm! Now he's suspended from school for two weeks, and Principal Clarkson has threatened to send him to Riverwash, a school for problem kids. But he has one last chance. Grape must spend an hour a day writing about his history of trouble, and there's a lot of trouble to choose from! Grape's best friend Lou is by his side, and even though Grape drives his parents crazy, they're pulling for him all the way. But will Grape make sense of it all? Will it be enough to keep him out of Riverwash? A deftly crafted novel by an author with a genuine flair for young reader involvement from beginning to end, "Grape!" by Gabriel Arquilevich is an especially recommended addition to school and community General Fiction collections for children ages 9-12." James A. Cox, Midwest Book Reviews"An honest troublemaker pleads his way into our hearts in Grape! , the upper middle grade treasure from Gabriel Arquilevich." Joe Walters, Independent Book Review
£12.30
Montena Batman: Nightwalker (Spanish Edition)
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£15.26
Chicken Scratch Books Sixth Grade Secret Service
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£13.29
Chicken Scratch Books A Touch of Blue
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£13.29
National Center for Youth Issues Will You Be the I in Kind?
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£10.40
Penguin Putnam Inc Kevin the Unicorn: Why Can't We Be Bestie-corns?
Book SynopsisWhen a new unicorn moves in next door, Kevin is certain he’s about to make a new magically awesome best friend. After all, everyone loves unicorns (especially other unicorns)! But it turns out Eric loves scary movies (eek!) and clam juice (blech!) and he doesn’t like camping or skateboarding or any of the activities Kevin adores. In fact, apart from his sparkly mane and radiant horn, Eric doesn’t have all that much in common with Kevin. Could it be that Eric and Kevin aren’t destined to be the best of buds?
£13.29
Penguin Putnam Inc awkward stuff.
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£8.99
Nancy Paulsen Books Tornado Brain
Book SynopsisIn this heartfelt and powerfully affecting coming of age story, a neurodivergent 7th grader is determined to find her missing best friend before it's too late.Things never seem to go as easily for thirteen-year-old Frankie as they do for her sister, Tess. Unlike Tess, Frankie is neurodivergent. In her case, that means she can't stand to be touched, loud noises bother her, she's easily distracted, she hates changes in her routine, and she has to go see a therapist while other kids get to hang out at the beach. It also means Frankie has trouble making friends. She did have one--Colette--but they're not friends anymore. It's complicated.Then, just weeks before the end of seventh grade, Colette unexpectedly shows up at Frankie's door. The next morning, Colette vanishes. Now, after losing Colette yet again, Frankie's convinced that her former best friend left clues behind that only she can decipher, so she persuades her reluctant sister to help her unravel the mystery of Colette's disappearance before it's too late.A powerful story of friendship, sisters, and forgiveness, Tornado Brain is an achingly honest portrait of a young girl trying to find space to be herself.Trade ReviewPraise for Tornado Brain:A 2022-2023 Truman Readers Book Award Nominee (MO)A 2021 Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the YearA 2021 Texas Lone Star Reading List PickA 2021 Washington State Book Award for Young Readers FinalistA Summer 2020 Kids Indie Next List Pick A Spring 2020 Apple Most Anticipated Book A Junior Library Guild Pick★ “Frankie’s first-person narration is spot-on as she describes her feelings about her attention-deficit and sensory-processing disorders and her Asperger’s syndrome as well as her distaste for the medications that impair her thinking. . . This moving account of Frankie’s emerging maturity—with extra challenges—is perfect. . . An intriguing mystery embedded within a richly insightful coming-of-age story.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review★ “Patrick...has done a remarkable job of creating an unforgettable character in Frankie, who tells the story in her own idiosyncratic first person voice, which takes readers inside her head as she struggles with her many challenges. The result is a tour de force that readers will remember long after they have finished the book.” —Booklist, starred review “Much of this upper middle grade novel’s success is thanks not just to Frankie’s nuanced portrayal, but to all the characters, who are written to be both beautiful and flawed, doing the best that they can under difficult circumstances. Author Patrick is adept at developing a seamless blend of genres, and this title is at once a coming-of-age tale, a family drama, and a mystery. . . Elementary and middle school librarians should recommend this title to fans of Rain Reign, John Green, and anyone who might see themselves reflected in Frankie.” —School Library Connection, recommended review “Frankie’s narration is solid and plausible, remaining credibly and creditably unyielding as she deals with the world in her own way rather than mapping onto neurotypical emotions . . . A brisk yet moving story that will satisfy lovers of friendship tales and hard-won growth.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books“A clever and suspenseful mystery where, in time-honored tradition, kids defy authority and solve the puzzle themselves. . . Frankie joins other memorable protagonists who are not neurologically typical, such as Willow in Counting by 7s and Rose in Rain Reign. . . The detailed setting and a strong cast of supporting characters, including the twins’ exhausted mother and a kindly boy who like likes Frankie, make this a satisfying reading experience.” —The Horn Book“The characters are a strength in this story . . . The different ways in which people can experience anger, hope, fear, and loss are beautifully explored. This is an important book.” —School Library Journal
£16.19
Random House USA Inc Uni the Unicorn and the Dream Come True
Book SynopsisAmy Krouse Rosenthal and Brigette Barrager reunite to bring us a sparkly, magical sequel to Uni the Unicorn!The land of unicorns is in trouble--it has been raining and raining for what seems like forever. This is a big problem because there are only three ways that unicorns can get their magic: from the golden sun, from magnificent rainbows, and from the sparkle of believing. Luckily, Uni the unicorn has always always always believed...that little girls are REAL. Join this very special unicorn and the little girl who believes right back as they finally meet and work together to save a magical land and all who live there!Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Brigette Barrager reunite to revive this world, glowing with possibility and hope, that is the stuff of childhood fantasies.Trade ReviewIn her first story Uni the unicorn was right, little girls are real. Now she and that little girl must team up to save the nonbeliever unicorns who are beset by seemingly endless rain and are quickly losing their strength and magic. Luckily, as a bolt of lightning flashes and thunder claps, both “wished the same wish with all their might,” and through the power of wishing they stood together at last! After cavorting with delight, they speed off to rescue the other unicorns, but not so speedily that there isn’t time to help some forest creatures and lift some spirits. The act of believing and befriending the little girl was all the other unicorns needed to get their mojo back and together successfully wish the rain away (“After what seemed like forever”). As in their last collaboration, Rosenthal’s magic-filled and effusive text is matched with Barrager’s bright, colorful, and joyous illustrations. Even looking at sad unicorns holding umbrellas (very effectively and amusingly, even with hooves), you can feel the magic waiting to break through. VERDICT Unicorn saves other unicorns with the magic of believing, effective wish fulfillment, and the help of a little girl. What’s not to like? Sure to be in demand where the previous title was popular.–Booklist, October 2017 Uni and the little girl from their first outing (Uni the Unicorn, 2014) finally meet.Things are not well in the land of unicorns. Endless rain has meant no sun, no rainbows, and no sparkle for the horned, cloven-hooved creatures. They stand pale and forlorn, huddled under umbrellas. But one unicorn still has a twinkle left: Uni, who truly—and magically—believes that little girls are real. That deep spirit of believing gives Uni strength to fight the gloom. Somewhere far away (but of course "not that far away"), the blonde, fair-skinned tot with mismatched socks from the previous work looks at the rain and wonders. She feels that she is needed. On the very same clap of thunder and the very same zap of lightning, the girl and Uni make a wish. Suddenly, they are together! When the other unicorns see a real, true girl, they gain strength from the magic of believing as well. Luckily, during the course of wishing the rain away, a double rainbow appears linking Here to There. Uni can now come home with the girl to meet her family. Alas, that is one sequel the dearly missed Rosenthal will never get to write. A sweet story for anyone who needs to find a little sunshine and sparkle. (Picture book. 3-6)Kirkus, June 15
£9.52
Random House USA Inc Rainbow of Recipes (Butterbean's Cafe)
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£7.99
Rodale Kids Deep Breaths
Book SynopsisTake a deep breath, and learn to manage strong emotions through mindfulness with this pair of feuding best friends, Dolly and Jack!Dolly the pig and Jack the rabbit are best friends, but even best friends don't always get along. When Dolly and Jack get into a big disagreement, they go from happy to mad, to sad...and then back to happy!Both hilarious and instructive, Deep Breaths is a refreshing picture-book portrait of real friendship, and sets an example of how to manage strong emotions and resolve differences through simple mindfulness and meditation techniques.
£13.49
Wattpad Books Best Vacation Ever
Book SynopsisLori is beautiful, smart, and athletic, but she can’t speak up for herself no matter the situation. Faye is happy to speak her mind--unless her brother is involved. When the girls get the chance to go on a weeklong trip to a resort with Faye’s brother and four of his friends, they jump at the chance to leave their problems behind. However, things quickly get messy. Soon everyone is fighting, and relationships are being ripped apart. Going on the Best Vacation Ever may turn out to be the Worst Decision Ever. This delightful, stand-alone novel from Jessica Cunsolo features romance and friendship, but it’s also about learning to stand-up for yourself and for what you want.Trade Review"Cunsolo . . . skillfully renders--via expressive prose and evocative play-by-plays of pool party hijinks--fun-in-the-sun atmosphere that makes for a breezy seasonal read." -- Publishers Weekly "Fans of author Jessica Cunsolo's fast-paced young adult series, "With Me" (also published by Wattpad Books), will take delight in this new stand-alone novel." -- CM Reviews
£9.99
La Montagne Secrete Le vieillard et l'enfant
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£14.20
La Montagne Secrete Une fête sous la lune: L'extraordinaire voyage de
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£14.20
Loqueleo Puente a Terabitia / Bridge to Terabithia (Serie
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£17.05
Nube de Tinta Will Grayson, Will Grayson (Spanish Edition)
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£11.66
Nube de Tinta Mil veces hasta siempre / Turtles All the Way
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£13.25
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Ula y Hop hacen un amigo / Ula and Hop Make a
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£12.56
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Campamento Miedo / Camp Fear
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£13.46
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Pumpkinheads (Spanish Edition)
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£17.06
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Ciudad Miedo / Fear City
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£13.46
Oceano Travesia Un Día Diferente Para El Señor Amos
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£21.63
Gran Travesia Hola, Universo
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£16.62
Oceano Travesia ¡Accidente!
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£15.64
Oceano Travesia VI Una Abeja
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£19.14
Cuento de Luz SL Hoky the Caring Wolf
Book SynopsisWinner at the 2014 International Latino Book Awards Aldburg is a mountain village that fought against its ancient enemies: Wolves. Hoky, the only survivor of the last wolf pack, gradually becomes friends with a young shepherd named Jacob. Hoky the Caring Wolf is a tale of respect, love and companionship between humankind and the environment. This story speaks of values such as cooperation, friendship, and a love of animals and nature that once again reminds us that we can all live together in harmony. Guided Reading Level: N, Lexile Level: 1120L
£21.21
Cuento de Luz SL Hoky el lobo solidario (Hoky the Caring Wolf)
Book Synopsis¿Quien ha dicho que todos los lobos son malos? Hoky, ultimo superviviente de su manada, trabara con un pastorcillo una preciosa amistad por encima de cualquier barrera. At least, a nice wolf! This is a moving story of respect, love and companionship between humankind and the environment. Lexile Level: 1100L
£21.21
Cuento de Luz SL John's Whistle
Book SynopsisWinner at the 2014 Living Now Book Awards A tale full of tenderness that touches the heart, reminding us that music is the true language of the soul, and that our differences can be solved through good intentions and friendship. Guided Reading Level: N, Lexile Level: 940L
£21.21
La Fragatina La Montaña de Coral
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£20.76
Obelisco El Dragon y el Caballero Apetitoso
Book SynopsisWhen a kind young boy helps a strange-looking bird, a beautiful friendship forms. But what these two friends don't realize is that one is a young knight . . . and the other a young dragon! What will they do when they discover they are enemies and destined to FIGHT?
£19.67
Cuento de Luz SL The Magic Ball of Wool
Book SynopsisWinner at the 2013 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards. A magic ball has mysteriously appeared and will help to weave the most beautiful friendship between the animals of the forest.One morning, a hedgehog wakes up to find a mysterious ball of wool caught in his prickles. Why would he want a ball of wool?, he wonders in dismay. His friend the spider, who was an expert knitter, encouraged him to start knitting, teaching him all the keys and secrets to making a perfect sweater. Fascinated, all of the forest animals come to his house and the hedgehog happily knits something for each of his visitors. CLICKETY-CLICK, CLICKETY-CLICK… A stitch here, a stitch there… When the hedgehog stops knitting, he realizes something amazing—the ball of wool is magic! A charming tale of friendship, generosity and kindness that will bring out the best in young readers by encouraging them to help others.Trade Review"Writing in the style of a traditional folk tale, Isern has crafted a gentle story of camaraderie and magic with a light dose of ecology. Hilb’s colorful art creates a fairy-tale world with spotted mushrooms, swirls of crayon lines and miniature domiciles that will delight young readers. Friendship, crafting and a touch of magic all in one.” —Kirkus Reviews"A very impressive and uplifting story for little ones with its sweet characters, colorful pages and admirable message” —PicPocket Books"The readers of this picture book will be able to discover values such as solidarity and peer collaboration.” —Canal Lector"A story with such important values as friendship, generosity and cooperation, that also emphasizes the importance of dreams and imagination. (…) It then encourages us not only to pursue our dreams and enjoy them, but also to understand the importance of priorities and the ability to sacrifice that sometimes we need to have when satisfying a need more important than ours.” —Literatura respetuosa"A sweet charming story that will bring out the best in every reader and will make them want to help others. A book that teaches us values, to enjoy dreams but above all to share with those who need it most.” —Coleccionando cuentos"Susanna Isern’s stories should be prescribed as therapy: when one feels sad or a little demoralized at the unpleasant events that occur around us, stories like this one have the ability to reconcile us with the world.” —Apegoyliteratura
£16.15
Blume Hilario. El Monstruo Solitario
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£14.87
Montena Cómo ganar amigos e influir sobre las personas
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£15.26
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Harry Potter y el prisionero de Azkaban. Edición
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£18.80
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Harry Potter y el cáliz de fuego (20 Aniv.
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£24.15
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Harry Potter y el cáliz de fuego (20 Aniv.
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£999.99
Maeva Click
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£26.92
Roca Infantil Y Juvenil La traicionada / The Betrayed
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£13.18
