Search results for ""Author Stephanie Stansbie""

Meet Ruby. Some days she is brave, bouncy and chat-chat-chatty. Other days, she is not and that's OK! She knows what she wants, and she does things her own way.With expressive, retro illustrations from exciting illustration talent Hazel Quintanilla, this funny, heartwarming book celebrates the power of listening to your emotions and speaking up.Little ones will LOVE Ruby the ultimate feisty role model to show young girls how to harness their voice and inner strength. With an underlying message about setting boundaries and consent, this book is a must-have for girls and boys alike.Also available:This Girl Can Do Anything

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A heartwarming picture book about the unique bond between a stepfather and his stepchild. I’d missed your first steps and your wobbly walk, But you took my whole heart in your hand.The special relationship of stepdads and stepkids is celebrated in this gentle and loving tribute to blended families. Showing joy-filled scenes of family life and milestones, this book is ideal for every child of a loving stepfather. It's the perfect way to say: If I had been there on your very first day, I could never have treasured you more.Also available: Always Your Stepmom

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Light up and explore the rainforest with Clara and her dog Sparks!This beautiful book is an informative, accessible and inspiring introduction to the Amazon rainforest, with a focus on the part we all play in the ecosystem of our planet. Children will love using their very own UV torch to discover invisible animals in the jungle! With simple, bite-size facts and engaging characters, this is the perfect non-fiction book for any budding young explorer.

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A celebration of the love for a child through every season, with delightful artwork by the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of Hoda Kotb's I've Loved You Since Forever.Poetic verse perfectly expresses the unconditional love shared between grown-ups and their precious little ones. Togetherness is always special, whether you are enjoying springtime showers, lazy summer days, or the cozy chill of autumn and winter. The touching message will resonate with parents, grandparents, and anyone who has a little one in their life. A must-have for new parents...and every family's storytime bookshelf!

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This beautiful celebration of the love for a child--with artwork by the #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator of Hoda Kotb's I've Loved You Since Forever--is now available as a deluxe padded board book!Poetic verse perfectly expresses the unconditional love shared between grown-ups and their precious little ones. Togetherness is always special, whether you are enjoying springtime showers, lazy summer days, or the cozy chill of autumn and winter. The touching message will resonate with parents, grandparents, and anyone who has a little one in their life. A must-have for new parents...and for every family's storytime bookshelf! This grabbable padded edition is perfect for strollers and gift baskets.

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"Mummy Bear, you are so lovely," said a little cub one morning. "I want to be just like you." "One day you will," said the mummy bear. "But first we have memories to make, before you are full-grown." This stunning book celebrates the joyful times spent with a little one, and how these precious memories strengthen the foundations of a happy, healthy child. With stunning illustrations by Frances Ives and a lovely, lyrical text.

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Meet Ruby. Ruby can do ANYTHING. She knows what she wants, and NOTHING is going to stop her – not a rainy day, a hard-to-reach treehouse or a pesky skateboard. Just you wait and see . . . With expressive, retro illustrations from exciting new illustration talent Hazel Quintanilla, this empowering book celebrates strong girls the world over. Little ones will LOVE Ruby – the ultimate feisty role model to show young girls how to harness their voice and inner strength. "There is so much for girls to enjoy in this book. Stereotypes are explored, considered, and shattered as readers empathise with the splendidly anarchic central character . . . Parents and teachers will enjoy sharing this book with young children and will find the text invites conversations and important ideas." – Jaki Brien, School Librarian Magazine Review. Coming soon: This Girl Can Be a Bit Shy

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Jamie has lots of friends – lots of friends with different kinds of families. Kate’s got two dads, Hannah has a foster mum. And Jade’s got her very own butler! This funny, heart-warming picture book celebrates different kinds of families and the special bonds between them. A gently funny picture book celebrating the diverse mix of families that can make up any child’s classroom: whether it’s Harry’s ‘total legend’ single mum, Kate’s two dads or the coolest adults Jamie knows – his granny and grandpops. My Friends and Me will pull on heart strings and funny bones as it explores the love that makes up every family. The colourful illustrations by the brilliant Katy Halford (Naughty Narwhal) are packed full of detail and humour to bring a smile to parents and children alike. Educational, fun and celebrates diversity! Stephanie Stansbie’s funny and engaging story, complete with cameos from various family pets, is brimming with positivity. It is a must for every child’s bookshelf, classroom and library. My Friends and Me celebrates the love in every family, in all their varied and beautiful forms.

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A heartfelt celebration of the unconditional love between a stepparent and their child, written by Stephanie Stansbie and illustrated by Tatiana Kamshilina. Whatever you do, wherever you go, whoever you become – I'll always be your stepmum. This lyrical love letter of a book explores the unique challenges, joys and experiences of becoming a blended family. Designed in a beautiful scrapbook style, this is the perfect gift for a stepparent to give to their child. Just like A Handful of Buttons by Carmen Parets Luque, The Great Big Book of Families by Mary Hoffman and Ros Asquith, and The Perfect Fit by Naomi Jones and James Jones, every type of family will love sharing Always Your Stepmum.

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Your body’s full of feelings: like the tide, they ebb and flow. Sometimes they lift you high and sometimes they bring you low. This heartwarming book follows a brother and sister as they navigate the highs and lows of their day. From fear to bravery, anger to peace, this gentle story in pictures offers a simple guide to life. With soothing rhyming text, breathtaking illustrations and top tips for helping little ones understand big emotions, this is a perfect first introduction to managing difficult feelings.

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Meet Ruby. Some days she is brave, bouncy and chat-chat-chatty. Other days, she is not – and that’s OK! She knows what she wants, and she does things her own way. With expressive, retro illustrations from exciting illustration talent Hazel Quintanilla, this funny, heartwarming book celebrates the power of listening to your emotions and speaking up. Little ones will LOVE Ruby – the ultimate feisty role model to show young girls how to harness their voice and inner strength. With an underlying message about setting boundaries and consent, this book is a must-have for girls and boys alike. Also available: This Girl Can Do Anything

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Ever since she was a baby, poor Rapunzel has been locked in a tower by an old witch. But when a young prince clambers up to see her, it gives Rapunzel an idea about how she might finally escape.

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Cinderella loves to dance, so when a special invitation comes to the Prince’s Ball, she can’t wait! But will poor Cinders get to swap her broom for a ball-gown and dance the night away? Part of the beloved Fairytale Classics series.

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