Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

Book SynopsisA charming story about an adorable sea otterfrom the author ofThe Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark.Pat is an adorable little sea otter. She likes turning up her toes and floating in the sea, chasing fish and asking a hundred and one questions. One day Pat''s quiet life is turned upside down when she gets caught up in a pretty scary adventure. Suddenly she doesn''t have time to ask any questions, and even if she did, no one would know the answers. This time Pat just has to find things out for herself!Filled with gentle humour and comfort, Jill Tomlinson's animal stories have been enjoyed by children who want to snuggle down with a good read for decades. Perfect for kids aged 5+ who love Julia Donaldson, and Dick King Smith''sThe Sheep Pig.This edition is beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard.Have you enjoyed all of Jill''s animal stories?The Owl Who Was Afraid of the DarkThe Cat Who Wanted to Go HomeThe Gorilla Who Wanted to Grow UpThe Hen Who Wouldn''t Give UpThe Otter Who Wanted to Kno

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Book SynopsisMade for a child's first baptism, this gracefully illustrated Bible will open up a whole new world of faith for all ages.Table of ContentsContents The Old TestamentIn the Beginning 7Paradise lost 10The great flood 14God’s Promise to Abraham 19Abraham, Sarah… and Isaac 22The story of Isaac 24Jacob and Esau 26Joseph 33The Story of Moses 43Moses and the pharaoh 46The great escape 52God’s laws 57Into Canaan 61The Land of Israel 65Warriors for God 70Samson 74Ruth 77Samuel 80A Kingdom, a City, and a Temple 85David the shepherd boy 88King David 94King Solomon 98Two Kingdoms 107King Ahab of Israel… and Elijah 109Elisha 113The Assyrian menace 117Hezekiah and the siege of Jerusalem 120The story of Jonah 121The defeat of Judah 125The Jewish People 129Ezekiel and the good shepherd 131The fiery furnace 133The writing on the wall 138Daniel and the lions 140Queen Esther 145The land of the Jews 150 The New TestamentThe Birth of Jesus 155Mary and the angel 157The birth of John 160The baby in the manger 161The wise men and their gifts 166Jesus in the Temple 170Jesus the Teacher 175Jesus in the synagogue 179Jesus and his disciples 181Living as God wants 186The Kingdom of God 193Parables of the kingdom 196Belonging to God’s kingdom 198Friends and Enemies 207Jesus and the sabbath 210Jesus and the storm 212Jairus and his daughter 215Who is Jesus? 218The good Samaritan 220Jesus and the man born blind 224An End and a Beginning 229Zacchaeus 230To Jerusalem 233The Last Supper 238Betrayed 241Condemned 245A new beginning 258Bible References 256

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Book SynopsisPart of the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the amazing life of Jane Goodall, the world's foremost expert on chimpanzees. When Jane was little, her father gave her a toy chimpanzee named Jubilee. This inspired her lifelong love of animals, and she went to study them in the wild as soon as she could. Jane lived with chimpanzees in their natural habitat and became famous for her pioneering approach to research. She now educates the public on animal rights and campaigns for environmental issues around the world. This moving book features stylish illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the primatologist's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

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Book SynopsisProvides an introduction to the famous gods and goddesses in Greek mythology and their exploits. This book helps the reader to understand the stories of the Greek gods and the way in which they were worshipped.Trade ReviewThere was a period during my childhood when the characters of Greek mythology and knights of Camelot vied for my affections. The first were delivered primarily via the peerless Usborne Book of Greek Myths and Legends, over which I'd pore minutely (paying particular attention, for reasons perhaps best left unexplored, over the page devoted to the escapades of "wicked women"). * The Guardian *Recommended for those wanting to learn more about Greek Mythology. * Rick Riordan - author *

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Book SynopsisNewbery Honor author Rodman Philbrick has written more than a dozen award-winning novels for young readers, but before he began writing children's books, he was a prize-winning author of mysteries for adults. Rodman Philbrick's first novel for young readers, Freak the Mighty, has nearly four million copies in print and won the California Young Reader Medal before its release as a feature film, The Mighty, starring Sharon Stone. Rodman Philbrick grew up in a small town in New England, and he currently divides his time between Maine and the Florida Keys.Trade ReviewA captivating, memorable story. * Glasgow Sunday Herald *A brilliant and poignant novel from a very talented writer. This is one of the best children's books of the year. * Debra Williams, Waterstones *Moving and inspirational. * Funday Times *A small classic, funny-sad, page-turning and memorable... Suspenseful, touching and swiftly persuasive about its most unusual central characters, this remarkable book takes you through dark territory, but it is written with humour and simplicity. It celebrates language, loyalty and imagination, and leaves you smiling. * The Sunday Times *A heart-breaking tale. "Freak the Mighty" offers everything you could possibly wish for in a novel ... Get reading now and prepare to sob your heart out. * Red House *

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Book SynopsisEnter the world of the Summoner with this beautifully designed special edition handbook, including a complete illustrated Demonology and an exclusive new story. The ability to summon is passed down through the blood...Summoner: One who is gifted with the ability to summon demonic creatures that are emotionally connected to their human counterparts.As brought to life in the bestselling Summoner series, the magic of summoning is also an art, with a story of its own. The Summoner''s Handbook reveals the epic journal of James Baker, who inspired the series hero, Fletcher, to discover his own summoning abilities.Along with a complete illustrated demonology, a guide to the basics of summoning and glorious artwork from the world of the Hominum Empire, you''ll learn everything a Summoner should know, and more.Beautifully rendered in two tone colours and full of detailed sketches, this hardback is the perfect treat for new and old

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Book SynopsisHow big were dinosaurs and what did they eat? Which were friendly and which were scary? For children beginning to read on their own, this book is an exciting introduction to dinosaurs, featuring easy-to-read text specially written with the help of a reading expert.Trade Review'No Key Stage 1 classroom should be without the whole set' - The Bookseller; 'An excellent series. Carefully designed to appeal to early readers, the books have accessible vocabulary and easy reading text, clear pictures, a contents page, index and glossary - all excellent for helping children to learn to use books for research' - Parents in Touch; 'I can't praise Usborne enough for introducing [internet links] to many of their non-fiction books as it really helps children retain information' - Adventures in Home Schooling; 'The Usborne Beginners series is a beautiful fit for newly independent readers' - Rhino ReadsTable of Contents1 Long, long ago2 What is a dinosaur?3 Dinosaur world4 Big and small5 Plant munchers6 Fierce hunters7 Killer claws8 Dinosaur kings9 Sticking together10 Stay away!11 Eggs and babies12 Where did they go?13 Buried bones14 Dino detectives15 Glossary16 Usborne Quicklinks17 Index

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Book SynopsisPacked with facts, this miniature encyclopaedia is designed to be both fascinating and fun to use and covers a vast scope of information, from the Earth, its plants and animals, to its people and discoveries.

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Book SynopsisFind out about the incredible ancient civilizations of the Americas, right up until the Spanish conquest. Discover the monumental pyramids and mountain cities of the Maya, Inca, and Aztec people. Explore the sites of Chichen Itza, Machu Picchu, and Tenochtitlan, learn the pictures of the Mayan language, unearth the history of chocolate, and find out how naughty children were punished with chillis!Peer into the past with amazing illustrations, see some of the most impressive ancient structures in the world, and stock up on facts to amaze your friends with. Packed with information, artefacts, and colourful illustrations, DKfindout! Maya, Incas, and Aztecs brings their worlds to life.The DKfindout! series introduces children to a range of exciting topics in a fun, engaging way. Checked by specialist consultants and an educational expert, this is not only a source of information you can trust, but one that is age-appropriate and supports your child''s schoolwork.

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Book SynopsisA charming collection of best-loved Bible stories in a delightful new mini formatTrade Review`perfectly designed for little hands to explore’ `excellent value for money’ -- Alex Owen * Childrenswork *

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Book SynopsisWhat do the ingenious sea otter, the incredible shrinking reindeer, the tree-dwelling baby dragon or the Dodo's long-lost cousin have in common?They are all at risk of disappearing from our world forever. This book is all about the amazing creatures that are now endangered around the globe, from oceans and forests to mountains and snow. Filled with beautiful beasts, glorious illustrations, facts and tales, it will make you fall in love with the animal kingdom - and maybe even try to save it.Trade ReviewIdeal for wild children - beautifully illustrated, with great information, maps and data... it's top bedtime reading for young nature geeks -- Chris PackhamBeautiful ... Marotta profiles the world's amazing but at-risk creatures * Independent *Invites young readers into a zoo filled with rare yellow-eye penguins, Gobi bears and giant anteaters ... it will, no doubt, instill an appreciation for the diversity of life. * Smithsonian Magazine *A gorgeous celebration of the animal kingdom * Dwell *Beautiful -- Joanna LumleyAnimals adapt so well to art with all their God-given beauty - and such art goes over well with curious children hungry to know more about the natural world ... Millie pairs beautiful images with information on the showcased fauna ... Intoxicating * Digital Arts *A menagerie of bright and colourful creatures * Big Issue *Beautifully illustrated * Guardian *Gorgeous ... teaches kids about the plight of endangered animals * Fast Company *This is a book to be treasured by anyone who wants to enjoy the creative process * Stylist on Millie Marotta's Animal Kingdom *A gorgeous celebration of the animal kingdom * Dwell *

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Book SynopsisA new edition of the hugely popular First Cookbook, which introduces children to the basic techniques of cooking through a selection of mouth-watering recipesAges 7+Trade ReviewThis book is the perfect starter book to get children excited about cooking. * The Independent *I still treasure The Usborne First Cookbook, whose stained and crusty pages tell the story of my son's first attempts at pancakes, fudge and spaghetti bolognese. * The Times *your kids will be cooking up a storm! * youfirst Magazine Summer 2008 *With step by step, easy to use recipes for meals like spaghetti bolognese, bacon and potato hotpot, and strawberry tarts, your kids will be cooking up a storm. This is a great introduction to baking for young children. * youfirst Magazine Summer 2008 *This is just the sort of timeless cookbook that you can envisage being used for generations to come, complete with flour dustings and sticky butter marks. * The Independent *

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Book SynopsisDiscover how YOU can ditch plastic, reduce rubbish and become an eco-warrior, not an eco-worrier, with 50 practical tips to really make a difference! Our planet is in peril and it needs your help! But the good news is that there are loads of easy ways that you can make a difference. From throwing a planet party and ditching straws, to banning glitter and becoming an art-activist, helping to save the planet is not as difficult as you think. Covering issues like plastics, pollution, global warming and endangered animals, this book is full of top tips for kids and families. Discover how to ditch the plastic, reduce your rubbish and start making everyday steps that will make all the difference. It's time to take control of your future and help clear the world of all this rubbish!Trade ReviewThis brand new book is what we've been waiting for- the children's equivalent of No. More. Plastic. by Martin Dorey...A must have on every kids book shelf. * The Bookish Mummy *Of course, we all have a responsibility to protect our planet, but it's especially important to educate and inform today's young generation, and this book is packed with ideas that will encourage them to think about doing their bit to help save our planet - every little thing counts. An excellent book, and a superb way to stimulate discussion and caring. * Parents in Touch *This book should be read by everyone... an excellent resource for anyone who may be thinking of setting up an eco-club - Books for TopicsAt a time when everything is doom and gloom about our planet, this refreshing approach to how children can help is an important addition to the bookshelf. -- Paul Baker, Chartered Geographer, Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society * University of Leicester English Association *

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Book SynopsisStep on to a stage full of stories with this beautiful anthology of 12 stories from Shakespeare, retold to be accessible for children. Get lost in Shakespeare’s most loved stories with this beautiful anthology of some of the most popular stories in the world. Introduce the children in your life to a collection of the most important stories every written, collected and retold by the much-loved author Angela McAllister. Featuring classics such as The Tempest, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet and Othello, each story is rewritten in a comprehensive way that is accessible for children. This perfectly sized anthology is stunningly illustrated by collage artist Alice Lindstrom whose incredible artwork makes these stories dance to life before your very eyes. This lavish follow-up to A Year Full of Stories and A World Full of Animal Stories is the perfect gift for book lovers young and old.The World Full of… series is a collection of beautiful hardback story treasuries. Discover folktales from all around the world or be introduced to some of the world’s best-loved writers with these stunning gift books, the perfection addition to any child’s library.Also available from the series: A Year Full of Stories, A World Full of Animal Stories, A World Full of Dickens Stories, A World Full of Spooky Stories, A Year Full of Celebrations and Festivals and A Bedtime Full of Stories.Trade Review'12 Shakespearean stories rewritten to be accessible to children...presented in a richly illustrated gift edition.' * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisThe beautifully spellbinding and critically-acclaimed story of a thousand magical worlds from the author of A Girl Called Owl and A Far Away Magic.When daydreamer Clementine discovers a mysterious house standing in the middle of town that was never there before, she is pulled towards it by the powerful sense of a mother she never knew. The place is full of snowglobes, swirling with stars and snow and each containing a trapped magician, watched over by Gan, the bitter keeper of the house. One of these is Dylan, a boy who teases her in the real world but who is now desperate for her help. So Clem ventures into the snowglobes, rescuing Dylan and discovering her own powerful connection to the magic of these thousand worlds. Vowing to release the magicians from the control of their enchantments, Clem unknowingly unleashes a struggle for power that will not only put her family, but the future of magic itself in danger.'One of the most purely original and imaginative children’s books I have read this year' Piers Torday, author of The Lost Magician'Amy Wilson is the rising star of children's fantasy' Telegraph Best Children's Books of the Year'Beautiful prose, a wholly original premise and filled to the brim with fairytale magic. Perfect reading as the colder nights draw in' Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song'A spellbinding adventure in a magical and darkly beautiful world . . . utterly captivating' Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken LegsTrade ReviewI don’t know what Amy Wilson has running through her veins as she writes but I think it might really be magic - Snowglobe is one of the most purely original and imaginative children’s books I have read this year. Literally spellbinding * Piers Torday *Beautiful prose, a wholly original premise and filled to the brim with fairytale magic. Perfect reading as the colder nights draw in. -- Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky SongA spellbinding adventure in a magical and darkly beautiful world . . . utterly captivating -- Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken LegsA sparkling tale of love and friendship reminiscent of Diana Wynne Jones’s magical stories. Snowglobe shimmers with warmth, family and fairytale magic. -- Peter Bunzl, author of CogheartAmy Wilson is the rising star of children's fantasy . . . her prose, like the star-studded landscape, never loses its shine -- Telegraph, Best Children's Books of 2018Wilson is conjuring up a reputation for darkly mystical stories based on myths and legends and this fast-paced adventure is perfect for dark winter evenings. * Daily Mail and Mail Online *Wilson is fast becoming one of my favourite storytellers. Snowglobe is full of imagination, generosity, adventure and warmth. -- Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink and StarsThe perfect middle grade magical fantasy. It's beautifully written in flowing prose . . . by the end, you're almost breathless! * The Bookbag *Amy is the crowned queen of magical middle grade . . . I devoured it! Full of real emotion and gorgeous imagery, with family and friendship firmly at its heart -- Sarah Driver, author of The Huntress trilogyAmy Wilson spins magic with her words. Spellbinding. Brilliant. I loved it! -- Eloise Williams, author of GaslightThis story will envelop readers in its beautiful icy world * LoveReading4Kids *The most breathtakingly magical fantasy novel I've read in a very long time -- Stephanie Burgiss, author of The Dragon with a Chocolate HeartA gloriously spellbinding fantasy adventure that shimmers and dances just like the contents of a festive snowglobe * ReadingZone *There’s magic, darkness, light, friendship, tolerance, acceptance and wonder. You can’t read this book and not what to see the inside of one of these snowglobes -- Steph, alittlebutalot.wordpress.com[A] triumph. Sprawling worlds and themes of magic, family and friendship and the whole story is wickedly clever and entrancing -- Ashley Booth, theteachingbooth.wordpress.comThis compelling fantasy adventure features some formidable female characters and illustrates the importance of being true to yourself. * Booktrust *This is such a cosy read for autumn, involving friendship and magical worlds contained within snowglobes * Bridlington Free Press *This book would delight such fans of who are hoping to be entranced by a beautiful world of magic and mystery with a hint of danger. Snowglobe does just that. * Armadillo Magazine *A captivating and exciting adventure full of mystery, icy magic and malevolence, but it is also a tender and insightful exploration of self-discovery, growing up, friendship and loyalty which cannot help but capture the hearts and imaginations of middle-grade readers. The perfect Christmas gift for young adventurers! * Lancashire Evening Post *A story of wild winds and bitter frosts with the warmth of friendship at its heart -- Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song, on A Girl Called OwlOriginal and compelling . . . an unexpected tale of grief, magic and monsters -- Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink & Stars, on A Far Away Magic

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Book SynopsisEmily Gravett has a rare talent for creating exceptional books for children. The winner of two CILIP Kate Greenaway Medals, her skill and wit are second to none. Emily first sprang into the limelight with the ground-breaking Wolves in 2005, which has been followed by such modern classics as Meerkat Mail, Little Mouse's Big Book of Fears, Monkey and Me and Again!, as well as Tidy and Old Hat. Each book is unique and different from the last and each features endearing, beautifully drawn characters that touch the heart and tickle the funny bone. Emily lives in Brighton with her family.

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Book SynopsisThe Thomas Nelson KJV Thinline Bible Youth Edition, featuring the timeless beauty of the trustworthy King James translation, is affordable, lightweight, and convenient—ideal for everyday use. This edition is published in large KJV Comfort Print type, which was designed exclusively for Thomas Nelson to be the most readable at any size.The KJV Thinline Bible Youth Edition, featuring the timeless beauty of the King James Version, is lightweight and convenient—ideal for students on the go. Striking the perfect balance between portability and readability, this Bible fits easily into purses and backpacks, and it comes with features that will enhance your reading experience: the elegant and readable Thomas Nelson KJV font, two ribbon ma

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Book Synopsis“Anna Shinoda’s deeply informed story is not to be missed.” —Dr. Drew Pinsky, Celebrity Rehab and Teen Mom Family secrets cut to the bone in this mesmerizing debut novel about a teen whose drug-addicted brother is the prodigal son one time too many.There is a pecking order to every family. Seventeen-year-old Clare is the overprotected baby; Peter is the typical, rebellious middle child; and Luke is the can’t-do-wrong favorite. In their eyes, they are a normal, happy family. But sometimes it’s the people who are closest to us who are the hardest to see. Clare loves her older brother, Luke—it’s not his fault that he’s always in the wrong place at the wrong time. Life as Luke’s sister hasn’t been easy—their community hasn’t been nearly as forgiving of his transgressions as she and her parents are—but he’s done his time and is on his way home again, and she has to believe this time will be different. But when the truths behind his arrests begin to surface, everything Clare’s always known is shaken to its core. Clare has to decide if sticking up for herself and her future means selfishly turning her back on family…or if it’s the only way to keep herself from drowning along with them.

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Book SynopsisWhen Tiny has a TANTRUM you can hear it for miles! Windows rattle, jelly quakes and birds fall out of trees. Can anyone persuade Tiny to eat her vegetables, share her toys and brush her teeth? How about a band of hairy monsters? With a hilarious rhyming text from Caroline Crowe (Pirates in Pyjamas) and quirky illustrations from Ella Okstad, this fantastic new picture book is a delightfully funny tale about tackling toddler temper tantrums!Trade Review"A marvellous rhyming yarn." -- The Sun"We adore this book... Fabulous for little ones who struggle with their emotions in certain situations." -- SEN Resources"This is a great little book that is secretly about behaviour and anger management… Overall a great choice for a calm down box or thinking story, but still entertaining enough to stand alone for younger children." -- Lily and the Fae"...perfectly designed for little ones learning to deal with temper tantrums or struggling with sharing and making friends." -- Lancashire Evening Post"quirky illustrations from Ella Okstad realy [sic] set off the funny story which is perfect for anyone dealing with toddler temper tantrums." -- Parents in Touch"Ella Okstad’s portrayal of the capricious infant shows her ticklish temperament to great effect in an offbeat colour palette, and Caroline Crow’s rhyming narrative is just right for sharing with tinies especially those of a tantrum-prone nature." -- Jill R Bennett

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Book SynopsisCould T. rex''s jaws actually crush a car? What caused the extinction of Megalodon? Have palaeontologists in Argentina found the biggest dinosaur that ever lived? Drawing on the latest research and most recent discoveries worldwide, this fantastic new series uncovers and explores the lives of some of the biggest, fiercest and most incredible beasts to ever live on Earth.

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Book SynopsisFollow the step-by-step instructions to make slimes to squish, stretch, poke, and play with, including Glow-in-the-Dark Slime, Fluffy Slime, Fishbowl Slime, Unicorn Slime and more.

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Book SynopsisOn a perfect day, the hours stretch endlessly ahead. Scribbling with chalk, running with kites, digging for shells ... paddling, climbing, dreaming. Hour unfolds upon hour, with reassuring comfort and sleep beckoning at the end. CBCA shortlisted author, Danny Parker captures the simplicity, spontaneity and freedom of an idyllic childhood. Kate Greenaway and multiple CBCA winner Freya Blackwood’s paintings of three children roaming a rolling beachside idyll capture the light—and even the smell and feel—of a perfect summer day. Perfect is balm for the soul.

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Book Synopsis**Winner of Creative Child Magazine 2015 Preferred Choice Award** **Winner of the Independent Publisher Book Award Silver Medal** **Winner of Moonbeam Children's Book Awards 2015 Silver Medal**Trade Review"There is no shortage of books on China today. However, there are very few books for young readers. All About China is well written, beautifully illustrated and creatively captures what is important for all children to know about China." --World Journal"All About China is educational, informative and extremely enjoyable. The illustrations are delightful and make this book a joy to explore from cover to cover! Allison Branscombe's book is an entertaining, well-researched jewel for both kids and adults." --Helen Yee, Former President, Chinese Culture Foundation, 2009-2010"The All About Asia series is the children's version of a folklore handbook, a user-friendly encyclopedia, a DIY manual for experiencing an Asian country's culture from a youth's point of view." --AsianFortuneNews.com

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Book SynopsisYoung readers learn all about animal abodes--from cozy dens to towering trees--in this new Pre-reader from National Geographic Kids.Through text features such as a vocabulary tree and wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to vocabulary in concept groups, helping them make connections between words and expand their understanding of the world. Along with brilliant photos and a fun approach to reading, National Geographic Readers are a winning formula with kids, parents, and educators.

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Book SynopsisBuzz from flower to flower with a sweet honeybee in this timely, clever, and breathtakingly gorgeous picture book from critically acclaimed author Kirsten Hall and award-winning illustrator Isabelle Arsenault.Bzzz… What’s that? Do you hear it? You’re near it. It’s closer, it’s coming, it’s buzzing, it’s humming… A BEE! With zooming, vibrant verse by Kirsten Hall and buzzy, beautiful illustrations by Isabelle Arsenault, this celebration of the critically important honeybee is a honey-sweet treasure of a picture book.Trade Review"Kirsten Hall (“The Jacket”) teams up with the gently magnificent illustrator Isabelle Arsenault (“Cloth Lullaby,” “Colette’s Lost Pet”) to bring readers the story of one year, from spring to spring, with the honeybees of a single hive. Hall’s charming text proceeds in lightly cadenced lines.... Arsenault’s illustrations capture something of the alien vision of bees — bees see a “bee purple” in flowers that is invisible to us — through a neon orange that she uses sparingly amid paler gouache, pencil and ink landscapes. Her flowers and grasses are drawn impressionistically, while the bees themselves are made more emotionally legible with cartoonish eyes and even smiles. Children will love tracing the erratic paths of the honeybees, and come away with a not too distorted sense of the little honey factory inside the unprepossessing, and previously terrifying, hive. The hexagons of honeycomb, as drawn by Arsenault, seem so perfect as to be fanciful precisely when they are fact." * The New York Times Book Review *“Glorious… this lively work of nonfiction has a buoyant, enthusiastic tone… children will pick up not only a bit of information but also a sense of wonder and even admiration.” * The Wall Street Journal ** "In bouncy, lilting verse and vibrant, inviting artwork, this ode to the humble honeybee is dripping with charm.... Hall's lively lines skitter around Arsenault's warm, honey-colored illustrations.... With occasional speech balloons and delightfully expressive gestures, the bees mirror the gleeful tone of the poem.... Arsenault's scenes are a captivating mixture of smudgy charcoals, soft yellows, and fluoresecent oranges, combining crisp shapes with more abstract figures. The entertaining tone and freewheeling art are a pure joy, but there's plenty of science here, too, and a closing note about the importance of bees to our ecosystem brings the point home. Boisterously written, gorgeously illustrated, and sneakily educational." * Booklist, February 2018, *STARRED REVIEW* ** "The Honeybee is a delightful introduction to the crucial role of nature's hardest workers... Hall's language is rich and lively. Her cadence buzzes with all the energy of a hive. The Honeybee is a joyful read-aloud - the rhymes and repetition are as much fun to speak as they are to hear. Quebec illustrator Isabelle Arsenault...brings the text to life with her signature mixed-media style... Hall and Arsenault are a perfect match. Each of their work acts to strengthen the other's; neither the words nor the pictures are overshadowed. The Honeybee also strikes an ideal balance between fact and fiction, proving that accuracy and playfulness are not mutually exclusive." * Quill & Quire, *STARRED REVIEW* *"Hall’s nimble rhyming verse and Arsenault’s warm illustrations provide an upclose visit with a friendly colony of anthropomorphized honeybees.... The text’s varied rhythms mimic a bee’s movements in a summery world; that atmosphere is captured in the mixed-media illustrations’ muted palette.... Bright pops of yellow-gold are used sparingly for pollen, honey, and a few flowers.... Hall’s appended page-long letter to readers (packed with bee wordplay) provides more information about pollination and emphasizes what readers can do to help protect honeybees." * Horn Book Magazine *"Children will be buzzing to learn more about honeybees after reading this story. Hall takes her readers on a sunny romp through a springtime pasture abuzz with friendly honeybees in this bright and cheerful picture book. Hall's rhyme scheme is inviting and mirrors the staccato sounds of a bee buzzing... the vocabulary is on-point as the bees demonstrate the various stages of nectar collection and honey creation. Arsenault's illustrations, a combination of ink, gouache, graphite, and colored pencil, are energetic and cheerful.... A sensible choice for read-alouds and STEAM programs. Readers (and listeners) will think that this book is the bee's knees." * Kirkus Reviews, April 2018 *"Hall celebrates honeybees with a lyrical poem... well-crafted rhyming couplets beg to be read aloud. Set on gloriously illustrated pages and nicely paced, the text appears to be hand printed in varying fonts, becoming part of Arsenault’s light and lively illustrations.... While the narrative and illustrations will appeal to very young listeners, the back matter, which touches on current threats, seems addressed to older children, suggesting ways in which they can help honeybees survive. VERDICT: A sweet success." * School Library Journal, April 2018 *"Embraces the pleasures of listening as well as learning as it follows the denizens of a particular hive over the course of a year. . . . Hall’s poetic text lets internal and ending rhymes, imagery, dialogue, and onomatopoeias flit, zoom, and hover in consonance with the apian protagonist. Arsenault’s pencil, paint, and ink pictures are gloriously vibrant, judiciously balancing black, grays, and golds, and directing and refreshing young viewers’ attention with touches of her blazing yellow-gold. In an appended letter to readers, Hall notes the importance of honeybees and suggests ways children can help support these crucial creatures." -- BCCB"The plight of the endangered honeybee is the raison d’être of this story.... Dominated by golden hues punctuated with splashes of neon yellow, the airy mixed-media art by Arsenault (Cloth Lullaby) helps kids decipher the goings-on, in and out of the hive. Tips on how to help preserve the bee population follow the story." * Publishers Weekly, March 2018 *

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Book SynopsisMeet the Lotterys: a unique and diverse family featuring four parents, seven kids and five pets – all living happily together in their big old house, Camelottery. Nine-year-old Sumac is the organizer of the family and is looking forward to a long summer of fun. But when their grumpy and intolerant grandad comes to stay, everything is turned upside down. How will Sumac and her family manage with another person to add to their hectic lives?The Lotterys Plus One, bestselling author Emma Donoghue's first novel for children, features black-and-white illustrations throughout and is funny, charming and full of heart.Trade ReviewI loved the Lotterys! Wonderfully wacky, full of humour and lovely soft touches. * Award-winning author, Elizabeth Laird *This engaging tale is moving without veering into sentimentality. For all the Lotterys' apparent eccentricity, the novel delves into universal themes of family relationships that will resonate with readers from all backgrounds. -- Kirkus, starred reviewThe story itself could not be more relevant to the turbulent times the world finds itself in - the true meaning of belonging, home, tolerance and acceptance. Offbeat, funny, wise and deliciously different, Emma Donoghue's first book for children is an essential read. * INIS reading guide *a warm-hearted, curious and hugely appealing slice of unconventional family life, told with considerable wit and charm * Teach Primary *Funny, charming and full of heart * Irish Mail on Sunday *There is a rich tapestry of cultural diversity at play throughout the story which threads its way through as part of family life, customs, food and festivals. Showing that family is what you make it, this is a wonderful story about relationships and family. * Reading Zone *A smart, thoughtful reader of 10-plus will enjoy the gentle humour in this tribute to the modern family. * Irish Independent *It is a hoot spending time in this Utopia. * Observer *Told with utter charm and a lightness of touch * BookTrust *Written with great verve and a deep understanding of families and what holds them together The Lotterys Plus one is both fun and thought provoking. * Lovereading4kids.co.uk *A warm-hearted, eccentric family community that encompasses all ages - and all backgrounds... the writing is assured and her characters emerge full of life and in glorious technicolour. For confident readers who want a thoroughly enjoyable read that is both thoughtful and fun. * Books for Keeps *This is a story that captures the true meaning of family. * INIS Reading Guide *Donoghue vividly captures the Lotterys’ chaotic but always loving home * Publishers Weekly *[A] warm, contemporary and unique story which celebrates family life – however complex, curious and diverse that may be – and reminds us that love and affection have no rules or boundaries. * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisA collection of games and music to aid the drama teacher and give ideas for varied classes.

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Book SynopsisHORRIBLE SCIENCE: SPACE, STARS AND SLIMY ALIENS is a bursting space-hoppingbook of stunning science. Zoom to the stars with Oddblobthe alien, and take part in a spacewalk that's out of this worldand learn what the moon smells like.

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Book SynopsisThis picture book explores simple ways to help children cope with overwhelming emotions.Trade Review“What appears to be a simple story upon first glance actually offers uncomplicated yet practical remedies for helping a child deal with a strong emotion.” —Booklist (Starred review) “When a little girl named Allie breaks her blue crayon, she is ‘furious, fuming, frustrated, and so, SO, SOOO ANGRY!’ So angry, in fact, that she turns into a stomping, smashing furry red monster. Her big brother works to help her calm down, giving her a pillow to punch, a toy to squeeze and suggestions to take deep breaths and count backward. As she successfully applies each tactic, gradually reducing her rage, she sheds the brightly colored fur skins that represent her feelings. By the time ‘the rest of the angry [falls] away,’ there's just one slightly forlorn little girl in pigtails standing in the room, asking her brother for a hug. ‘I knew she was in there all along,’ he says. Sarah Lynne Reul's (The Breaking News) illustrations are brilliantly evocative of each mood as Allie cools down, and the language she uses provides readers with a veritable thesaurus of vocabulary words for angry feelings: ‘ferocious,’ ‘fierce,’ ‘irritable.’ And the labels on the crayons in the inside front cover give a poetic flavor to emotions: ‘fire fury explosion red,’ ‘raging flame orange,’ ‘simmering green storm’ and the infamous broken ‘deep down blue.’ Children who are still trying to find words for their own powerful feelings will love seeing Allie's moods reflected in colors and should even pick up a few anger management tips from her wise, loving older brother. Inside the back cover the venomous crayon color labels are no longer visible, and the previously broken blue crayon is now taped together. Almost as good as new, just like Allie! “Allie All Along deserves a spot on the shelf with Where the Wild Things Are, When Sophie Gets Angry--Really, Really Angry... and My Mouth Is a Volcano.” —Shelf Awareness “When Allie’s crayon snaps in half, the toddler goes into a red-monster rage, smashing and screaming, until her brother calmly coaches her to punch a pillow. When her rage simmers down to a fiery orange, he offers her favorite toy to squeeze; and then, even when she can’t remember what she was angry about, he has her take a deep breath and pretend his fingers are candles to blow out one by one. Finally, counting backward reveals an abashed brown-skinned child asking for a hug from a wise older brother who ‘knew she was in there all along.’ The artistic rendering of Allie as a color-changing monster is a multidimensional way of visually representing anger to young children while giving them skills to cope and eventually learn to calm themselves. Reul uses language economically, making this ideal for the audience but still powerful enough for discussing emotions at any age. VERDICT A solid addition to the canon of books helping young children address social and emotional learning.” —School Library Journal “What appears to be a simple story upon first glance actually offers uncomplicated yet practical remedies for helping a child deal with a strong emotion.” —Booklist (Starred review) “When a little girl named Allie breaks her blue crayon, she is ‘furious, fuming, frustrated, and so, SO, SOOO ANGRY!’ So angry, in fact, that she turns into a stomping, smashing furry red monster. Her big brother works to help her calm down, giving her a pillow to punch, a toy to squeeze and suggestions to take deep breaths and count backward. As she successfully applies each tactic, gradually reducing her rage, she sheds the brightly colored fur skins that represent her feelings. By the time ‘the rest of the angry [falls] away,’ there's just one slightly forlorn little girl in pigtails standing in the room, asking her brother for a hug. ‘I knew she was in there all along,’ he says. Sarah Lynne Reul's (The Breaking News) illustrations are brilliantly evocative of each mood as Allie cools down, and the language she uses provides readers with a veritable thesaurus of vocabulary words for angry feelings: ‘ferocious,’ ‘fierce,’ ‘irritable.’ And the labels on the crayons in the inside front cover give a poetic flavor to emotions: ‘fire fury explosion red,’ ‘raging flame orange,’ ‘simmering green storm’ and the infamous broken ‘deep down blue.’ Children who are still trying to find words for their own powerful feelings will love seeing Allie's moods reflected in colors and should even pick up a few anger management tips from her wise, loving older brother. Inside the back cover the venomous crayon color labels are no longer visible, and the previously broken blue crayon is now taped together. Almost as good as new, just like Allie! “Allie All Along deserves a spot on the shelf with Where the Wild Things Are, When Sophie Gets Angry--Really, Really Angry... and My Mouth Is a Volcano.” —Shelf Awareness “When Allie’s crayon snaps in half, the toddler goes into a red-monster rage, smashing and screaming, until her brother calmly coaches her to punch a pillow. When her rage simmers down to a fiery orange, he offers her favorite toy to squeeze; and then, even when she can’t remember what she was angry about, he has her take a deep breath and pretend his fingers are candles to blow out one by one. Finally, counting backward reveals an abashed brown-skinned child asking for a hug from a wise older brother who ‘knew she was in there all along.’ The artistic rendering of Allie as a color-changing monster is a multidimensional way of visually representing anger to young children while giving them skills to cope and eventually learn to calm themselves. Reul uses language economically, making this ideal for the audience but still powerful enough for discussing emotions at any age. VERDICT A solid addition to the canon of books helping young children address social and emotional learning.” —School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisShortlisted for the Carnegie Medal 2019, National Book Award, Books Are My Bag Readers' Awards and the YA Book Prize Through rallies and marches, in polite drawing rooms and freezing prison cells and the poverty-stricken slums of the East End, three courageous young women join the fight for the vote. Evelyn is seventeen, and though she is rich and clever, she may never be allowed to follow her older brother to university. Enraged that she is expected to marry her childhood sweetheart rather than be educated, she joins the Suffragettes, and vows to pay the ultimate price for women's freedom. May is fifteen, and already sworn to the cause, though she and her fellow Suffragists refuse violence. When she meets Nell, a girl who's grown up in hardship, she sees a kindred spirit. Together and in love, the two girls start to dream of a world where all kinds of women have their place. But the fight for freedom will challenge Evelyn, May and Nell more than they ever could believe. As war looms, just how much are they willing to sacrifice?Trade Review"Nicholls has brought alive the young women of the past to empower the next generation" -- Alex O'Connell * The Times, Children's Book of the Week *"Each voice is distinct, resonant and authentic... uniquely special" -- Imogen Russell Williams * Guardian *"Romantic and inspiring" -- Nicolette Jones * Sunday Times, Best Books of 2017 *"[A] chocolate box of a novel ... books such as this are all the more to be prized" * Telegraph *"A perfect balm to a frustrating world" * Buzzfeed *"Timely, informative and hugely enjoyable... the book excels at what fiction is best at: inviting empathy and understanding for others" * Irish Times *"Things A Bright Girl Can Do is relevant for every generation" * Evening Standard *"A richly textured novel" -- Geraldine Brennan * Observer, Best books of 2017 *"Inspiring and infuriating in equal measures, Things A Bright Girl Can Do is an utterly captivating novel. Sally Nicholls deftly weaves history and politics into the narrative with such a lightness of touch, it was impossible to stop reading. Immensely enjoyable" -- Louise O'Neill"Fantastic. Conveys all the intricacies of the political and social situation in a way that's vivid, hard-hitting, funny and emotionally compelling. It feels like we're living it, rather than just learning about it." * Frances Hardinge *"Hurrah for Sally! This is a lovely and engrossing novel about three girls caught up in the Suffragette movement and WW1. It's Sarah Waters for teens, pitch-perfect, historically accurate, very romantic and a jolly good read." * Robin Stevens *"Tough, unsentimental and well realised" -- Amanda Craig * New Statesman, Best Books of 2017 *"An incredible read for any young person, that teaches the importance of equality" -- Natasha Harding * The Sun *"A fascinating and emotive read for any budding feminist" * Scotsman *"A captivating YA novel... Things a Bright Girl Can Do explores sexual identity, the grim realities of poverty and war and the fraught nature of first love. Its appeal will reach readers of any age." -- Sarra Manning * Red Magazine *

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Book SynopsisPython in easy steps, 2nd edition instructs you how to program in the powerful Python language, giving complete examples that illustrate each aspect with colorized source code.Python in easy steps, 2nd edition begins by explaining how to install the free Python interpreter so you can quickly begin to create your own executable programs by copying the book''s examples. It demonstrates all the Python language basics before moving on to provide examples of Object Oriented Programming (OOP) and CGI scripting to handle web form data. The book concludes by demonstrating how you can use your acquired knowledge to create and deploy graphical windowed applications. Python in easy steps, 2nd edition makes no assumption you have previous knowledge of any programming language so it''s ideal for the newcomer to computer programming. It has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to programmers moving from another programming language, and to the student who is studying Python programming at school or college, and to those seeking a career in computing who need a fundamental understanding of computer programming. The Python 3.x language is under active development so frequent new releases are made available as small improvements are added to the language and Python in easy steps, 2nd edition features the very latest versions of Python at the time of publication. Python development is one of evolution, rather than revolution, so the examples provided in the book can be used in subsequent releases - simply download the latest version of Python then follow the easy steps. Python is the language used to program the Raspberry Pi - covered by Raspberry Pi in easy steps and Raspberry Pi 3 in easy steps. This second edition was updated to cover Python 3.7, but from the 2022 reprint it covers Python 3.10.

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Book SynopsisPeppa and George have never been ice skating before and Peppa keeps falling over. Mummy Pig teaches Peppa how to skate and soon she has lots of fun. But when Peppa tries to teach George it turns out he is better then everyone.

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Book SynopsisThe first title in a colourful series of sticker books, Aztecs, introduces the famous civilization of the Aztecs who flourished about 600 years ago in what is now central Mexico, before the arrival of the Spanish conquistadores in 1519.

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