Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Multicultural
Annick Press Ltd The Words We Share
Book Synopsis"Beautifully written and illustrated. . . . I am so glad this book exists in the world."—Bao Phi, author of the Caldecott Honor and Zolotow Award-winning A Different PondA young girl helps her dad navigate life in a new country where she understands the language more than he does, in an unforgettable story about communication and community.Angie is used to helping her dad. Ever since they moved to Canada, he relies on her to translate for him from English to Chinese. Angie is happy to help: when they go to restaurants, at the grocery store, and, one day, when her dad needs help writing some signs for his work.Building off her success with her dad’s signs, Angie offers her translation skills to others in their community. She’s thrilled when her new business takes off, until one of her clients says he’s unhappy with her work. When her dad offers to help, she can’t imagine how he could. Working together, they find a surprising solution, fixing the problem in a way Angie never would have predicted.A gorgeously illustrated picture book from up-and-coming author-illustrator Jack Wong (When You Can Swim, Scholastic) that is at once a much-needed exploration of the unique pressures children of immigrants often face, a meditation on the dignity of all people regardless of their differences, and a reminder of the power of empathy.Trade Review"The Words We Share is an important story, a needed story, a timeless story. Once upon a time, I was Angie. After my family and I moved to North America, my English skills quickly eclipsed my parents’. The Words We Share makes the younger me feel seen, and I know many readers today will feel seen, too. The Words We Share is a gift—honoring multitudes of identities, languages, and power.” —Dane Liu, author of Friends Are Friends, Forever“A terrifically written and beautifully illustrated exploration of how immigrant families and communities rely on one another to traverse language barriers. The Words We Share reminds us that kindness for our neighbors and love between family are commonalities that require no interpretation.” —Julie Leung, author of Paper Son: The Inspiring Story of Tyrus Wong, Immigrant and Artist“This lovely book about a hardworking Chinese Canadian father, and the daughter who helps him by translating English, is exactly the type of book I wished existed when I was a kid. So many immigrant and refugee kids will be able to relate to this story about assisting their parents with a new language. Beautifully written and illustrated by Jack Wong, the characters feel unique, but easily relatable. I am so glad this book exists in the world.”—Bao Phi, author of the Caldecott Honor and Zolotow Award-winning A Different Pond“The Words We Share is a sweet father-daughter tale featuring communication, miscommunication, and a cross-generational moment of understanding bound to have a wide appeal.” —Sara O’Leary, author of A Kid is a Kid is a Kid"The rich layers of this heartwarming story will resonate with all immigrants and their children. As a daughter who also translated for her parents, this book made me feel seen and cherished as part of a community." —Andrea Wang, Newbery Honoree and author of Watercress"The Words We Share is a tender story of a father and his daughter—newcomers to Canada—and how each must hold the mantle of language for the other in an expression of love. It is a reminder of how home is not bound by the languages around us but the currents that flow within.” —Kao Kalia Yang, author of From the Tops of the Trees“[A]n expressive and compassionate glimpse into the struggles immigrants face.” —Kirkus Reviews, 07/25/23“This joyful story is about the power of speaking more than one language, the safety of having caring adults around, the confusion of living somewhere where you’re not a native language speaker, and a reminder that adults who have yet to master their new homeland’s primary language are still adults, with skills, proficiencies, and knowledge.” —Youth Services Book Review *starred review, 08/15/23“Jack Wong’s delightful sophomore picture book, The Words We Share, is a testament to the power of words and what happens when we listen carefully—with both our hearts and minds.” —Emma FitzGerald, illustrator of City Streets Are for Peopleresilience, a spirit of community, and the enduring bond of family, making it a poignant and uplifting read.”—Horn Book Magazine, November/December 2023
£13.29
Bonnier Books Ltd 500 Words: Black Lives Matter
Book SynopsisAlmost 6,000 children, aged between 5-13, submitted stories expressing their personal experiences, tales of empathy, learning and respect, building on the international conversation around Black Lives Matter. Originally devised by Chris Evans, the 500 Words competition has a rich 10-year heritage, giving children of all ethnicities and backgrounds a platform to express their imaginations and creativity through storytelling. The illustrious judging panel, chaired by Angellica Bell and Michael Underwood, also included Malorie Blackman OBE, Charlie Higson, Francesca Simon and Frank Cottrell-Boyce. All royalties will be matched by the publisher and donated to children's charities dedicated to ensuring young people of all backgrounds are given the best opportunities in life.Trade ReviewThe empathy and observation within these stories is truly inspiring. These children's understanding of the world around us and the changes that need to be made, give me real hope for the generation of tomorrow * Nicole Kidman *I loved this writing competition for providing young people with an opportunity to be creative, express themselves and help make sense of this extraordinary human experience we've all been through * Gugu Mbatha-Raw *Our future feels in good hands with these phenomenal, powerful stories. I found them genuinely moving, thought provoking and they gave me such hope. What a wonderful and inspiring project to be involved in and what incredible future screen-writers, novelists, authors and warriors we have in waiting for the years to come. Such a joyful and important creative endeavour beautifully carried out * Amanda Abbington *The standard and quality of the stories are awe-inspiring. They are poignant, moving and some extremely heartfelt. My congratulations to all the finalists. * Jim Broadbent *The incredible talent on display in these stories is truly impressive. This genuinely moving and authentic writing is a much needed rallying cry for change * Mark Strong *I was so moved by the range of skilful, moving stories featured in 500 Words: Black Lives Matter. These are some seriously talented young writers. * Colin Jackson *In a time of such bleak uncertainty, these gifted and sensitive young writers give great hope for the future. I encourage them all to keep writing and using their talent * Rob Brydon *Poignant, incredibly assured and deeply emotional story telling. Their brilliant response to why Black lives matter, is an exemplary model for empathy , compassion and understanding of the world we live in. I have been blown away by the quality and skill of these young writers. * Shobna Gulati *I think the 500 words competition this year focusing on the Black lives matter movement is a wonderful way to get young children to learn and understand about the importance of equality. It allows children to be creative and describe their feelings and this is so important for their mental health' * Joe Wicks *
£6.64
Bonnier Books Ltd Maya And Her Friends - A story about tolerance
Book SynopsisALL THE PUBLISHER'S PROFITS WILL BE DONATED DIRECTLY TO CHARITIES HELING TO PROTECT THE CHILDREN OF UKRAINE. "I wrote this book about different children from different Ukrainian families in 2017, when Russia had conquered Crimea and temporarily occupied parts of Donetsk and Luhansk. I write these forewords in the bathroom of my Kiev home in the roar of a Russian assailant's fire. I can imagine that one of Maja's classmates is now praying in a bomb shelter, another is writing a letter to his imprisoned father in Russia, and a third has already lost a loved one. It is less likely that one of the boys or girls will start their life in Helsinki. War is always against children. With this text, I want to shout to the world that the children of my country need international protection." Larysa Denysenko, February 2022 Since the occupation of Crimea in 2014, Ukrainian families with children have had to live their daily lives in the shadow of the threat of war. Maja and Friends tells the story of ordinary Ukrainian children and their families. Nine-year-old Maja has 16 classmates, all with different home backgrounds. Sofia's father has disappeared in the battles against Russia. When the war ends, he will hopefully be found. Aksana lives with her father because her mother is dead. Hristina lives with her grandmother because her parents are working abroad. Rais is a Crimean Tatar whose family had to leave his homeland due to the Russian occupation. Timko's parents are divorced, and he lives alternately with his mother and father. Petro is a Roma and has a huge family clan. Maja herself, on the other hand, has two mothers.
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers A Sudden Storm
Book SynopsisAn innocent night out to celebrate a sixteenth birthday turns to tragedy in this powerful story of racial intolerance from award-winning author Bali Rai. It’s Arjan’s sixteenth birthday and he’s celebrating with his mates – going to see a film and then get a Nando’s. He’s looking forward to some good banter and wondering what might happen with Jem, who’s been looking at him differently these days … But the night comes to a dramatic and violent end when Arjan is targeted by a group of racist thugs, who single him out due to the colour of his skin and the turban that he wears, a symbol of his commitment to his faith and culture. Is the life of a good friend and beloved son really worth so little?Trade Review"Powerful and heart-breaking … Bali Rai … forces the reader to think. A Sudden Storm will stay with you long after you have turned the last page – a fantastic, important and unfortunately necessary read." – Librarian “With a heart-wrenching and devastating portrayal of systematic racism this book will stay with the reader for a long time … Accompanied with stunning black and white illustrations by David Shepherd which help bring this story to life.” – Little Blog of Library Treasures
£7.59
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Rosie Raja: Churchill's Spy
Book SynopsisBook Band: Dark Red (ideal for ages 10+) A thrilling and empowering WWII adventure about the French resistance and their British allies, with a determined, Muslim heroine. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and those looking for diverse historical fiction. July, 1941. Rosina Raja is half-Indian and half-English. She has always lived in India, so when her mother passes away and she moves to England (where it rains all the time) she is miserable and doesn’t have any friends. Life changes dramatically for Rosie when she discovers that her army captain father is actually a spy for the British government. She can’t bear to be left behind so she stows away in his plane. Finding herself in occupied France, Rosie is soon drawn into the struggle against the Nazis. With new allies and new enemies at every turn, she must help her father complete his mission, and more importantly… make sure they both get home alive.Trade ReviewGripping, such a brilliant, fresh addition to the shelf. * Emma Carroll, author of Letters from the Lighthouse *Perfect for fans of war-time historical fiction. I loved Rosie’s story. * Jasbinder Bilan, author of Asha and the Spirit Bird *A vivid and gripping, superbly told historical adventure. * Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs and The Girl Who Speaks Bear *Rosie Raja’s thrilling and heart-felt adventure is a triumph! It’s full of secrets and spies, bravery and betrayal, and it shines a light on the often overlooked sacrifice of Indian personnel in WW2 * Dan Smith, author of My Brother's Secret and Nisha's War *Loved Rosie Raja! A gripping, action-packed and sensitively-told historical adventure with a bold Muslim heroine who has a foot in two worlds. Another brilliant book from Sufiya Ahmed. * Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of Never Show a T-Rex a Book and Cash *... I genuinely feared for Rosie's safety because I had really learned to love her. Her attitude, her directness, her desire to learn. I'd suggest this is a must have for any class studying the Second World War, especially as it embraces colonial history in a way that lots of WW2 literature completely misses. * Fleur Hitchcock, author of The Boy Who Flew and Murder in Midwinter *
£7.59
What on Earth Books Absolutely Everything! Revised and Expanded: A
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£23.75
Canongate Books Dreams from My Father (Adapted for Young Adults):
Book SynopsisA revealing portrait of a young Black man asking questions about self-discovery and belonging - long before he became one of the most important voices in America.The son of a white American mother and a Black Kenyan father, Obama was born in Hawaii, where he lived until he was six years old, when he moved with his mother and stepfather to Indonesia. At twelve, he returned to Hawaii to live with his grandparents. Obama brings readers along while facing the challenges of high school and college, living in New York, becoming a community organiser in Chicago, and travelling to Kenya. Through these experiences, he forms an enduring commitment to leadership and justice. Via the lens of his relationships with his family - the mother and grandparents who raised him, the father he knows more as a myth than as a man, and the extended family in Kenya he meets for the first time - Obama examines the complicated truth of his father's life and legacy and comes to embrace his own divided heritage.On his journey to adulthood from a humble background, he forges his own path by trial and error while staying connected to his roots. Barack Obama is determined to lead a life of purpose, service and authenticity. This powerful memoir will inspire readers to reflect on both where they come from and where they are capable of going.Trade ReviewAn American classic, written with grace and precision * * Observer * *Extraordinary . . . It's unique. It's his. There are no other ones like that -- TONI MORRISONThoughtful, moving and brilliantly written * * The Times * *Obama has written a memoir . . . that evokes the anguish of miscegenation yet culminates in a cry of faith in human community . . . Obama is a born narrator, with a mastery of colour, scene and personality, deftly stirring them into the melting pot of a shared American identity. Rarely has that identity found so vivid a portraitist * * Sunday Times * *A touchstone for future politicians * * Daily Telegraph * *A well-written account of Obama's struggle to establish his own views on identity and race, and all the more entertaining for its honesty * * Financial Times * *With its honesty and cool language, and by virtue of having a story worth telling, the book impresses far more than the typical political memoir * * Sunday Herald * *Obama is a subtle writer, with an extraordinary breadth of vision * * Sunday Herald * *A man with a phenomenal life story * * Spectator * *Obama's writing is characterised throughout by a graceful eloquence, a generosity of perception and spirit rare in young men of many gifts and charisma . . . here is a testimony for the ages * * Independent * *
£13.49
Scotland Street Press What's the Difference...: Between Me and You?
Book SynopsisWhat’s the Difference… Between Me and You? is a highly original picture book filled with delicate, characterful drawings and an important central message: everyone is different, and difference is exciting. Like Charlie Mackesy’s international bestseller, The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse, Christina Findlay’s What’s the Difference will delight young and old readers alike, with its fun illustrations and witty, rhyming couplets. Taking us on an enchanting journey from The Scottish Highlands to Parisian cafés, Kew Gardens to Minnesota, this book celebrates diversity in all of its various forms.
£16.99
Murdoch Books Quiet Time with My Seeya
Book SynopsisTime with my seeya is quiet time. Mum says that's because Seeya and I speak different languages. But that doesn't matter to us, because my seeya and I like all the same things...Whether they are playing dress-ups, going on adventures, making pittu, or reading to each other, any time shared between Sona and her seeya - her Sinhalese grandfather - is full of delight and bursting with love. Dinalie Dabarera's debut solo picture book is a heart-warming meditation on the immutable bond between grandparent and grandchild, brimming with sweet mischief and tender insight.'The message to young readers and their families is a profound one: that love exists across languages and cultures and that being together is the most precious thing.' Books + PublishingTrade Review'Dabarera proves that sometimes we don't need words to show love...This mutual love and tenderness that spans generations is felt on every page, and is brought to life by the delightful illustrations that convey plenty of movement and joy...The message to young readers and their families is a profound one: that love exists across languages and cultures and that being together is the most precious thing.' Books + Publishing
£11.69
Little Tiger Press Group Children of the World
Book SynopsisYoung readers can discover what life is like for children all around the world as they explore everything from food to family, and even learn how to say hello in many different languages.Young readers can discover what life is like for children all around the world as they explore everything from food to family, and even learn how to say hello in many different languages. They will see where it’s polite to slurp your food and bad manners to give the thumbs-up sign. They’ll learn where children travel to school by cable car, and even discover who sleeps on an oven bed at night! This fascinating look at the lives of children around the globe gives an important insight into the many differences to celebrate in our diverse, beautiful world.
£15.29
Young Authors Publishing Differences Matter, Diversity Matters: A Story
Book SynopsisStand up for what you believe in, no matter where you are!Noah and Justin are two similar brothers, but with one visible difference. One weekend at a cousin''s birthday party and one comment at the lunch table prompts Justin to implement a change in his life. He jumps into action so that he can knock down and change the social and cultural barriers that he sees happening in his middle school. What better way to generate change than to bring awareness to the problem?Filled with advocacy, activism, and organizing, Differences Matter, Diversity Matters: A Story About My Brother and Me brings awareness to the lack of social and cultural awareness in Justin''s middle school. Do you think 11-year-old Justin has what it takes to generate change?
£12.54
Rebel Girls Inc Rebel Girls Rock: 25 Tales of Women in Music
Book SynopsisTRUE STORIES OF WOMEN WHO RAISE THE ROOF!This collection features 25 stories of extraordinary women in music-women who have moved hearts and minds with their lyrics, uplifted other musicians, and gotten people to jump, dance, and sing along with their music.Belt out pop anthems with Lizzo, bang on the drums with Nandi Bushell, and write country hits with Dolly Parton. The women in this book come from all around the world. They play different instruments, experiment with new sounds, and stand out in their genres. But one thing is true of them all: They rock!With a forward by iconic rocker Joan Jett and activities curated by Gibson Guitars, this book will have readers everywhere jamming out! Plus, scannable codes let you listen to more stories on the Rebel Girls app.
£6.99
Encantos Tiny Travelers Australia Treasure Quest
Book SynopsisInspire children to fall in love with the world they live in with Tiny Travelers!The Tiny Travelers Treasure Quest Series takes its readers on a fun-filled journey to discover what makes each country special with search-and-find features on every spread.Each illustrated spread invites children to discover hidden treasures icons, animals, statues, instruments and more that make up incredible Australia.Most kids today are told that it's a small world, when in fact it's a really big world, says Encantos CEO and Tiny Travelers creator and author Steven Wolfe Pereira. And because the world is so big, there are many countries, cities, and cultures that have yet to be discovered and explored by kids. We created Tiny Travelers to foster curiosity, empathy, and understanding by learning what makes people and places so special.A+ educational content.Wonderful... to share with young kids -- to broaden their horizons and discover new places of interest! Common Sense MediaPurpose is at the core of the Tiny Travelers launch...The goal is to expose kids to the vastness and diversity of the world beyond their backyards, engendering empathy for different cultures, geographies and languages at a time when people all over the world are more connected than ever via digital platforms. ForbesThe books are full of fun facts, hidden easter eggs, and rhyme-based storytelling. They're infused with keywords from the featured country's language, helping teach kids correct pronunciation and useful phrases for travel. Parentology
£9.99
Bitty Bao Bitty Bao It's Time for Hot Pot: A Bilingual Book
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£14.23
Bitty Bao Bitty Bao It's Time for Hot Pot: A Bilingual Book
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£14.31
Bitty Bao Bitty Bao It's Time for Hot Pot: A Bilingual Book
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£9.89
Quebec Amerique La Nourriture
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£16.11
Sunbird Books Black Swans
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£19.54
Decodables by Jump! Festivals
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£8.84
Nosy Crow Granny Came Here on the Empire Windrush
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£18.05
Little Feminist We Are Little Feminists Box Set: Families, How We
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£38.36
