Children’s / Teenage: Personal and social topics
Crabtree Publishing Co,US Step Forward With Integrity
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£8.99
Crabtree Publishing Company Garbage or Recycling
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£25.50
Holiday House Inc The North Wind and the Sun
Book SynopsisShe Persisted meets Be Kind in this reinterpretation of a classic fable, whose timeless message of perseverance and hope will encourage readers to stand up for themselves.Who will win the war of trust— the forceful, spiteful, cruel North Windor the gentle, patient, determined Sun?This thought-provoking, gorgeous story portrays the many different definitions of strength, as told through the powerful bond of three sisters. Together they face The North Wind, a mighty wintry gale bent on destroying the sisters’ old patchwork coats with his harsh words and powerful blustering. But these gray-haired sisters stand firm, bracing against the hateful Wind and his taunts, facing his negativity with practicality, resilience, grit, and gut. Their coats will not be blown off by force. It isn’t until the Sun tries her own methods—generosity, warmth, and waiting—that the sisters make their own decision: it is
£15.19
Worthy Publishing How Much Does God Love You
Book SynopsisAuthor Michelle Medlock Adams answers the title question in simple, rhyming verse that relates God''s love to everyday objects familiar to children. Little ones will be comforted as they learn that God loves them with an unconditional, unfailing, and immeasurable love. Sweetly illustrated with a hint of humor, this book will delight children as they learn that God loves them ''more than the yummiest cookie and more than the sunniest day.''
£7.82
FORE-WORD Press Ltd Tabbs and Bouncer v 1 Adventure in Sefton Park
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£6.46
Brown Bag Books Break My Bones Volume 2 The Wish Makers
£13.29
Breaklight Publications But You Dont Look Like Me A Tale of Kindness and Friendship
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£21.55
Henry Holt & Company Roar of the Lambs
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£20.42
St Martin's Press Outside Inside
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£14.24
Roaring Brook Press Family Style
Book SynopsisYALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction FinalistEisner Award Winner for Best Graphic MemoirAn NPR Best Books of 2023A moving young adult graphic memoir about a Vietnamese immigrant boy''s search for belonging in America, perfect for fans of American Born Chinese and The Best We Could Do!Thien''s first memory isn''t a sight or a sound. It''s the sweetness of watermelon and the saltiness of fish. It''s the taste of the foods he ate while adrift at sea as his family fled Vietnam.After the Pham family arrives at a refugee camp in Thailand, they struggle to survive. Things don''t get much easier once they resettle in California. And through each chapter of their lives, food takes on a new meaning. Strawberries come to signify struggle as Thien''s mom and dad look for work. Potato chips are an indulgence that bring Thien so much joy that they become a necessity.Behind every cut of steak and inside every croissant
£23.39
Disney Book Publishing Inc. Captain Superlative
Book SynopsisHave no fear, citizens! Captain Superlative is here to make all troubles disappear!Red mask, blue wig, silver swimsuit, rubber gloves, torn tights, high top sneakers and . . . a cape? Who would run through the halls of Deerwood Park Middle School dressed like this? And why?Janey-quick to stay in the shadows-can''t resist the urge to uncover the truth behind the mask. The answer pulls invisible Janey into the spotlight and leads her to an unexpected friendship with a superhero like no other. Fearless even in the face of school bully extraordinaire, Dagmar Hagen, no good deed is too small for the incomparable Captain Superlative and her new sidekick, Janey.But superheroes hold secrets and Captain Superlative is no exception. When Janey unearths what''s truly at stake, she''s forced to face her own dark secrets and discover what it truly means to be a hero . . . and a friend.Debut author J.S. Puller delivers an inspirational story full of heart, humor, a
£9.19
Tommy Nelson Believe in You
Book SynopsisGrowing up can be tough, and sometimes you just need a big sister to help you through it. In Believe in You, the six Cimorelli sisters share their experiences and accumulated wisdom on everything from dating and friendship to faith and family.
£16.59
Orion Publishing Co The 50 Things
Book SynopsisHumane, wise and funny letters to Peter's children; a blueprint for liberal, thoughtful living in the modern world.Trade ReviewI wish I had had this book by my side when I was starting out, giving very straightforward advice, and helping us make sense of often confusing and difficult situations and emotions we meet along the way. A book to be kept in your back pocket at all times! * Penelope Wilton *If the 50 gems in this book were collected in the first 50 years of Peter Dunne's life, let's pray that he lives to 100. Really smart and thoughtful and insightful...and pretty damn funny, too. * Peter Farrelly, director of Oscar-nominated Green Book *
£10.54
Simon Pulse Sentries
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£10.20
Simon & Schuster The Cupid Chronicles Wedding Planners Daughter
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£7.20
Simon & Schuster Take Two
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£10.57
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers The Always War
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£11.07
Simon Spotlight Rubys New Home
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£6.81
Abrams Out
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£17.42
SPCK - Crossway You Are Special
Book SynopsisThis special paperback gift edition of a beloved storyteller's bestselling classic will point children and adults to the important truth that everyone is special, no matter what.
£8.42
Simon & Schuster The Class
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£17.09
Atheneum Books for Young Readers Violet Mackerels Brilliant Plot
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£8.55
Hachette Children's Group A Problem Shared Talking About Bullying
Book SynopsisBooks that take a look at issues from two sides to encourage positive and proactive engagement with difficult situations
£16.60
Hachette Children's Group A Problem Shared Talking About Social Media
Book SynopsisBooks that take a look at issues from two sides to encourage positive and proactive engagement with difficult situations
£16.60
Union Square & Co. Space Cadet
£13.18
Lerner Publishing Group Sammy Spiders First Bar Mitzvah
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£8.68
Atheneum Books for Young Readers Then Again Maybe I Wont
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£9.77
Simon & Schuster Lost in Paris
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£9.85
Margaret K. McElderry Books Chain of Iron
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£19.12
Simon & Schuster Freedom Over Me
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewBryan gives voices to the voiceless and presents the dreams of slaves who went to the grave without living them.Using historical slave documents from the 1820s to the 1860s, Bryan brings to life 11 slaves who once belonged to Cado Fairchilds. When Fairchilds dies, his British-born wife decides to sell off the slaves and move back to England. Each of the 11 is given two double-page spreads to speak in. Accompanied by a free-verse first-person narrative, an illustration of each slave's portrait appears in a varied palette of warm browns against a backdrop of documents related to historical slave sales. On the page adjacent to this illustration, the slave tells of the special skill he or she possesses that enriches the Fairchilds plantation. But on the following two pages, that same person explains what he or she dreams of doing with that talent. In contrast to the dull initial portrait, the second set of pages for each slave appears in full color and shows the speaker fully immersed in a caring community. The speakers' talents include carpentry, music, sewing, cooking, and more. After including the price under each slave's picture, Bryan offers a final tally for the completed sale, humans, livestock, and goods: $3,476.05. Bryan makes real and palpable what chattel slavery meant and how it affected those who were enslaved; every child who studies American slavery would benefit from experiencing this historically grounded web of narratives. (author's note) (Picture book/poetry. 6-10) -- Kirkus, STARRED REVIEW * 7/15/16 *Using a document from 1828 that lists the value of a U.S. landowner’s 11 slaves, Bryan (Sail Away) creates distinct personalities and voices for each, painting their portraits and imagining their dreams. He starts with the wife of the slave owner, who felt her husband was good to their slaves (“He never hired an overseer”). But it’s quickly clear that “good” slave ownership is an oxymoron: “I work hard—all profit to the estate,” their cook Peggy observes. Bryan shows that the enslaved had secret lives of their own: “Years ago blacksmith Bacus and I/ ‘jumped the broom’—/ the slave custom for marriage. No legal form for slaves.” They cherish their traditions, call each other by their African names (“I am Bisa, ‘Greatly Loved’ ”), dream of escape, and long for freedom. His portraits show the men, women, and children gazing out at readers, the contours of their faces traced as if carved from wood, while strong rhythmic outlines mimic stained glass, echoing the sense of sacred memory. There are few first-person accounts of slaves, and these imagined words will strike a chord with even the youngest readers. Ages 6–10.Using a document from 1828 that lists the value of a U.S. landowner’s 11 slaves, Bryan (Sail Away) creates distinct personalities and voices for each, painting their portraits and imagining their dreams. He starts with the wife of the slave owner, who felt her husband was good to their slaves (“He never hired an overseer”). But it’s quickly clear that “good” slave ownership is an oxymoron: “I work hard—all profit to the estate,” their cook Peggy observes. Bryan shows that the enslaved had secret lives of their own: “Years ago blacksmith Bacus and I/ ‘jumped the broom’—/ the slave custom for marriage. No legal form for slaves.” They cherish their traditions, call each other by their African names (“I am Bisa, ‘Greatly Loved’ ”), dream of escape, and long for freedom. His portraits show the men, women, and children gazing out at readers, the contours of their faces traced as if carved from wood, while strong rhythmic outlines mimic stained glass, echoing the sense of sacred memory. There are few first-person accounts of slaves, and these imagined words will strike a chord with even the youngest readers. -- Publishers Weekly *STARRED* * July 4, 2016 *Inspired by a document appraising the value of 11 enslaved people (along with livestock and cotton) in an estate for sale in the antebellum South, this exceptional book presents the imagined faces and voices of individuals whose society, against all reason, regarded them as less than human. Each person appears in a four-page section, opening with a page of free-verse text opposite a riveting head-and-shoulders portrait with a grim collage background of slavery-related documents. A banner reveals the person’s appraised value, master-imposed slave name, and age. In the text, these individuals introduce themselves, their roles on the estate, and the skills (cooking, blacksmithing, sewing) they take pride in. On the second doublepage spread, a verse text offers more personal reflections on their African roots, their love of family, and their dreams, while a more detailed, colorful painting expresses their heritage, their strength, and their rich inner lives. Their humanity shines through, showing the tragedy of their status and the gross absurdity of assigning prices to people. Longing for freedom is a constant theme, made all the more poignant by the appraisal document’s date: 1828, decades before emancipation. Clean and spare, the verse brings the characters to life, while in the radiant artwork, their spirits soar. Rooted in history, this powerful, imaginative book honors those who endured slavery in America. — Carolyn Phelan -- Booklist, STARRED REVIEW * August 1, 2016 *In 1828, Mrs. Mary Fairchilds, now widowed, tired of life in America and decided to return home to Britain, which means selling her American estate—including eleven slaves. Each of those slaves is given voice by Bryan, with two free-verse poems apiece; one focusing on the speaker’s life and another on the speaker’s dreams. The poems focus on the subjects’ strong ties to their African heritage (most are charac- terized as first generation slaves who themselves traveled the middle passage), the meaning they find in the human connections they’ve made and their skilled work, and on the economic value that work brings to their owner. Those verses operate in stark, even shocking contrast to the portraits captioned with each subject’s sale price as well as name and age. The portraits, created with heavy use of black line for shaping that gives the carved detail of wood sculpture, are eloquent and individual; they gain even more power from another layer of irony as collage backgrounds of legal paperwork and newspaper items about slave ownership and auctions contrast the slaves’ humanly rich lives with the cruelly summary discourse. Like McKissack’s Never Forgotten (BCCB 11/11), this is a story that links enslaved people to their African past and their accomplished workmanship, and it’s a high-impact treatment in a compact and accessible format that may inspire creative works in response as well as reflective discussion. End matter includes an author’s note about Bryan’s intentions and his historical collection of slavery-related documents and adds information about the spiritual from which the title is drawn. -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books * October 2016 *A historical document dated July 5, 1828, lists the property to be sold from the Fairchilds’ estate. Hogs. Cattle. A handmill. Men. Women. Children. While no information beyond the gender and name—and price—of each of the eleven enslaved people is noted in the appraisal of the estate, Bryan lovingly restores their humanity and dignity, giving them ages, true African names, relationships, talents, hopes, and dreams. Here is the account of eleven human beings, all of whom are aware of what they contribute to the Fairchilds plantation and, more importantly, what they would like to contribute to the world. Each slave is afforded two double-page spreads of poetry: the first spread serves as his or her introduction; the second is devoted to his or her dreams. We meet Peggy, the Fairchilds’ cook, who is praised by the Fairchilds for the spices she adds to meals at the Big House. In “Peggy Dreams,” she remembers her life in Africa and reveals that she’s proud of her ability to heal injured fellow slaves through her work with roots and herbs. Bacus is known for his metalwork in fencing the Big House, but his dream admits that the pounding of the metal is “an outlet for anger, for rage…a blow for justice…a cry for respect.” Bryan’s art is just as intentional. Facsimiles of the historical document serve as background for each slave’s introduction page, portraits of their faces taking precedence as they gaze out at the reader. The portraits are etched in a manner similar to wood carvings, suggesting the mask each slave wears for day-to-day life on the plantation. In contrast to the dry, parchment-like tones of the introductions, the dream spreads are in gloriously brilliant colors, as bold as the aspirations of the individuals themselves. -- Horn Book Magazine *Starred Review* * November/December 2016 *
£16.19
Hyperion Pigs and a Blanket
Book SynopsisPig siblings Henry and Henrietta love their green blanket. It is soft, it smells good, and it makes a great cape! As much as they each love playing with the blanket, they don''t love sharing it. Will ripping it in two solve all their problems?Author/illustrator James Burks has created a funny, relatable, sweet story about two pigs who, despite their individual interests pulling them in different directions, really prefer to remain side by side.
£13.29
Hyperion Threads
Book SynopsisDon’t miss Ami Polonsky’s stunning new novel, World Made of GlassTo Whom It May Concern: Please, we need help! The day twelve-year-old Clara finds a desperate note in a purse in Bellman's department store, she is still reeling from the death of her adopted sister, Lola. By that day, thirteen-year-old Yuming has lost hope that the note she stashed in the purse will ever be found. She may be stuck sewing in the pale pink factory outside of Beijing forever. Clara grows more and more convinced that she was meant to find Yuming's note. Lola would have wanted her to do something about it. But how can Clara talk her parents, who are also in mourning, into going on a trip to China? Finally the time comes when Yuming weighs the options, measures the risk, and attempts a daring escape. The lives of two girls -- one American, and one Chinese -- intersect like two soaring ki
£12.34
Hyperion Off Away
Book SynopsisHow would you get mail if you lived in the middle of the sea? It''s Jo''s dad''s job to deliver it, taking bottles wherever they need to go. He always comes home with exciting stories to tell-but Jo is far too afraid to go out on the ocean herself. Until Dad gets a bad sea cold, that is. With no one but Jo to deliver the bottles, she must find her courage and set sail alone. As she embarks on her mission, her fears just might be replaced with new friendships . . . and grand stories of her own.With beautiful, atmospheric art and endearing new characters by author-illustrator Cale Atkinson, this picturebook is a treasure.
£12.34
Capstone Press Michael B Jordan Influential People
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£8.54
Cherry Lake Publishing Sharing Economy
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£12.75
Kar-Ben Copies Ltd Mitzvah Pizza
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£8.68
Little, Brown & Company Domino's Tree House
Book SynopsisJoin one boy's quest to build the ultimate tree house in this imaginative picture book about the good things we might be missing in our never-ending pursuit of "better."Domino's backyard isn't enough for him, so he builds a tree house. When the tree house isn't quite enough, he builds a tree cottage, then a tree mansion, and on and on, pursuing something "more"-something that he can't put his finger on and can't quite reach. In a series of escalating feats of tree-house engineering, Domino builds and builds, until he finds himself alone on the moon, still not satisfied.Gorgeous illustrations of a gravity-defying tree house will capture little ones' imaginations, while the satisfying conclusion will remind young readers that wanting more might cause us to miss the sweetness of what we already possess.
£14.24
Little, Brown & Company Growing Faith: God’s Great Big Love for You
Book SynopsisHelp your little one grow in faith with this Veggie-filled introduction to God's love.Bright and approachable, this board book from beloved brand VeggieTales explores all of the ways God shows us his love-like giving us joy in our hearts, forgiving us for mistakes, and listening when we pray. The book engages young children with simple questions and examples, providing an easy-to-understand overview of this core faith concept. Perfectly crafted for little hearts, this sweet book would make a wonderful addition to any toddler's faith library.
£8.50
Worthy Kids Growing Faith God Is Always with You
Book SynopsisHelp little ones grow in faith with this Veggie-filled introduction to God''s constant, loving presence.This encouraging board book proclaims the comforting truth that God is always with us-no matter what. Does your little one get scared of the dark? God is with them in their fear. Do they want God with them when something exciting happens? God''s right there, cheering them on. Do they worry that God will leave them if they mess up? God promises never to leave, no matter what we do. As children learn about God''s presence, they''ll be greeted by simple questions to engage their hearts and minds and help them better understand this core faith concept. Perfectly crafted for little hearts, this sweet book would make a wonderful addition to any toddler''s faith library.
£8.50
Little, Brown & Company You Can Shine So Bright!
Book SynopsisHelp little ones learn to live by faith and love others well with this picture book from beloved television stars Jinger and Jeremy Vuolo.This sweet and inspiring book encourages children to let their light shine as they move about the world. As they read along, little readers will be introduced to the fruits of the Spirit from Galatians 5:22–23. Written in lighthearted verse, the story follows a group of children as they model love, joy, patience, peace, and more in everyday, relatable scenarios. This book, straight from the heart of the Vuolos, is perfect for families looking for a faith-based story to share together.
£12.99
Little, Brown & Company S Is for Sharing (and Shark!)
Book SynopsisLearn all about sharing as flannel-clad ocean friends share their way through this super-silly adventure starring Shark and the letter S.This zany group of animal friends models positive behaviors in stories that will have little ones giggling and joining in to "read" along. Each book focuses on a single letter of the alphabet and uses repetition and humor to explore concepts such as love, sharing, and gratitude.In S Is for Sharing (and Shark!), a toothy shark attempts to learn the art of sharing with his fellow sea creatures, to humorous effect. The simple text tells a cumulative story that builds upon itself with each new S word: "S is for Sharing and Skis and School." The concept of sharing--an important one as children enter classroom and playground environments--is woven throughout, making this title perfect for the back-to-school season. Children will enjoy predicting the repeating elements and recognising the letter S as they learn about sharing with these adorably hip animal friends. Flocking on the cover will enhance the shelf appeal.
£8.50
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc And They Lived . . .
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£16.19
Groundwood Books Ltd ,Canada Flannery
Book SynopsisA spellbinding story about chasing love, fighting family, losing friends and starting all over again, from the internationally acclaimed Lisa Moore.Sixteen-year-old Flannery Malone has it bad. She’s been in love with Tyrone O’Rourke since the days she still believed in Santa Claus. But Tyrone has grown from a dorky kid into an outlaw graffiti artist, the rebel-with-a-cause of Flannery’s dreams, literally too cool for school.Which is a problem, since he and Flannery are partners for the entrepreneurship class that she needs to graduate. And Tyrone’s vanishing act may have darker causes than she realizes.Tyrone isn’t Flannery’s only problem. Her mother, Miranda, can’t pay the heating bills, let alone buy Flannery’s biology book. Her little brother, Felix, is careening out of control. And her best-friend-since-forever, Amber, has fallen for a guy who is making her forget all about the things she’s always cared most about — Flannery included — leading Amber down a dark and dangerous path of her own.When Flannery decides to make a love potion for her entrepreneurship project, rumors that it actually works go viral, and she suddenly has a hot commodity on her hands. But a series of shattering events makes her realize that real-life love is far more potent — and potentially damaging — than any fairy-tale prescription.Written in Lisa Moore’s exuberant and inimitable style, Flannery is by turns heartbreaking and hilarious, empowering and harrowing — often all on the same page. It is a novel whose spell no reader will be able to resist.Trade ReviewMore than a teen romance, this poignant, intimate novel is a thoughtful, mature exploration of the joys — and hazards — of love of all sorts. * Horn Book *Smart, bold, heartbreaking — sophisticated teen readers will be wowed. * Kirkus Reviews *An engaging story and strong purchase with some valuable lessons about love, friendship, and growing up. * School Library Journal *Older teens will identify closely with brave, vulnerable Flannery in her witty, edgy coming-of-age narrative. * Shelf Awareness *Flannery is perfectly planted in the sweet spot of YA writing. It’s good for the smart literary teen and the teen who plows through salacious bestsellers. It’s also for the adult who wants to remember how hard and how beautiful it was to be a teenager. This one is highly recommended. * Quill and Quire *
£15.17
Star Bright Books When Someone is Afraid
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£8.49
Star Bright Books Show Me How to Visit the Dentist
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£8.49
Loving Healing Press Please Explain Divorce to Me!: Because My Parents Are Breaking Up--A Story for Children and Step-by-Step Guide for Parents
£15.19
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Beyond the Blue Border
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£16.14
Ulysses Press And Off You Go To Change The World: A Preschool
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£17.93
