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Paperback. Condición: New. The exact shape and size of a passport, this delightfully designed travel activity book will offer children endless entertainment for those interminable hours waiting at the airport. A map of the world requires the reader to draw a dotted line from their place of departure to their destination. Further activities include drawing the logos on the plane tails, identifying different time zones, tear and stick stamps from around the world, saying 'hello' in 30 different languages and filling in a boarding card All this is immaculately packaged with an embossed, laminated cover, and playfully literal design. A tiny folder attached to the inside back cover contains a miniature teddy passport.

Paperback. Condición: New. The exact shape and size of a passport, this delightfully designed travel activity book will offer children endless entertainment for those interminable hours waiting at the airport. A map of the world requires the reader to draw a dotted line from their place of departure to their destination. Further activities include drawing the logos on the plane tails, identifying different time zones, tear and stick stamps from around the world, saying 'hello' in 30 different languages and filling in a boarding card All this is immaculately packaged with an embossed, laminated cover, and playfully literal design. A tiny folder attached to the inside back cover contains a miniature teddy passport.

Paperback. Condición: New. Taking a flight is always exciting, and this fun and quirky activity book is the perfect travel companion for your little one's journey! ''I think it's time for a Wowee Zowee adventure - the perfect travel companion!'' -- The BookActivist Hop on board and visit a host of weird worlds and peculiar planets in this delightfully charming and very silly activity book for the young and the young at heart. Design some ski-wear for Frostonika, spot the differences in Crystal Castles and think up a menu for the beach bar on Lazy Isle! The only limits are your own imagination! Bold, fresh illustrations by Jurg Lindenberger, bring the activities to life. A timely reminder of the thrills of travel and exploration. Let your kids creativity run wild!

Paperback. Condición: New. A 2025 Read for Empathy Collection title Shortlisted for the English 4-11 Picture Book Awards 2024 'An accessible entry into discussions on the complexity of feelings, this picture book will be returned to time and time again.' - Foreword Starred Review All kinds of guests check in and out of the Grand Hotel of Feelings. Some are fun and some are tricky, but all are welcome! Welcome to the Grand Hotel of Feelings, where all kinds of feelings come and stay. Every guest has unique needs. Anger is very loud and needs plenty of space to scream and shout. Sadness speaks in a small voice and occasionally floods the bathroom. Anxiety takes many shapes and loves the spotlight. Some feelings are big and some are small, some are fun and some are tricky, but all feelings must be listened to and acknowledged. After all, they're just passing through. This beautiful and imaginative title is much loved by readers young and old and has been translated into 22 languages. The Grand Hotel of Feelings was shortlisted for the English 4-11 Picture Book Awards 2024.

Paperback. Condición: New. A book about the shadows inside that lead us to the light. Lika doesn't give much thought to her shadow. Sometimes it's long, sometimes it's short. but it is never more than a shadow. Until one day it begins acting strangely. When Lika waves a hand, Shadow raises a foot. When Lika sits down, Shadow stands up. Lika hides in a darkened room, but the more she hides, the bigger Shadow becomes, until it picks her up and deposits her in a land of shadows, at the heart of which is a terrifying shadow circus. Lika must learn to listen to her shadow to find her way back. This is a book by the acclaimed author of The Grand Hotel of Feelings about accepting the parts of us that we try to hide from. Because where there is darkness there is also light, and when the shadows dance it is always a good idea to join the fun.

Paperback. Condición: New. A book about the shadows inside that lead us to the light. Lika doesn't give much thought to her shadow. Sometimes it's long, sometimes it's short. but it is never more than a shadow. Until one day it begins acting strangely. When Lika waves a hand, Shadow raises a foot. When Lika sits down, Shadow stands up. Lika hides in a darkened room, but the more she hides, the bigger Shadow becomes, until it picks her up and deposits her in a land of shadows, at the heart of which is a terrifying shadow circus. Lika must learn to listen to her shadow to find her way back. This is a book by the acclaimed author of The Grand Hotel of Feelings about accepting the parts of us that we try to hide from. Because where there is darkness there is also light, and when the shadows dance it is always a good idea to join the fun.

Hardback. Condición: New. Leech, Rosie Ilustrador. ''I Miss You is an artful resource for those looking to ease the burdens of longing and lighten their heavy hearts''. -- Foreword Reviews With a gentle and considerate style, this evocative little gift book proposes a series of conceptual activities to help the reader work through the sense of loss that arises when someone or something is missing from their lives. For example; Spend one minute writing a list of all the things you can remember doing with the person that you miss. Simple everyday events can make as many memories as big adventures. Write as fast as you can. When one minute is up, stick the list to a window pane so that it can be seen from outside. With beautiful, stripped back illustration and elegant packaging, this book is a striking and affordable gift for a friend or for yourself.

Paperback. Condición: New. In this beautiful search-and-find book, readers are invited to find a variety of endangered animals within their habitats. Densely detailed landscapes of a rainforest, coral reef, mountains and skies are harbouring within them numbats, and snow leopards and mountain gorillas. Isabella Bunnell's glorious watercolours makes the job of scouring the images even more fun. At the back of the book a glossary lends an additional educational element, describing each species in detail and explaining why they are endangered. In these urgent times, awareness of the rich bio-diversity of our planet has never been more vital. This is a great way of getting children as young as three engaging with environmental issues. Reviews: Vibrantly illustrated, this is an important book that all children should read.books like these raise awareness in the people we need to educate the most--the children who will inherit the perilous habitats we are leaving behind. -- Kids Book Review This most stunning search-and-find book of endangered animals is a complete gem -- Picturebooks Blogger A beautiful way to introduce children to the concept of habitats as well as the importance of a balanced ecosystem. -- School Library Journal.

Paperback. Condición: New. It's Phil and Dale's favourite time of the week - the WASH! The two socks impress each other with their acrobatics; flipping, spinning and shrieking, much to the disapproval of the other clothes in the washing machine. But why should they care? They've got each other and that's all that matters. right? When Phil goes missing, Dale is left contemplating life in solitude. After a brief encounter with a red shirt, he finds himself alone in the washing machine, lost and pink. When he is finally reunited with his buddy, Phil fails to recognise him and the socks must decide what being a pair means if one of you has changed. A brilliant message reminding us to celebrate the differences of our friends! This story would be a good tool for in the classroom to discuss the importance of the language that we use towards each other. A lovely story to share with children. -- Reading Zone.

Paperback. Condición: New. Brankovic, Lidia Ilustrador. Welcome all the feelings into your own personal hotel in this delightful, therapeutic activity book!Pop on your hat and fill in your manager's license. It's time to explore your very own Grand Hotel of Feelings. This charming activity book is packed with activities to draw, write and colour in, encouraging young readers to engage with all the feelings, good and bad, that check in. Can you draw the other feelings hiding under Anger's bed? . Let's welcome Gratitude into the hotel by writing out all the things we're thankful for. Fill in the quiz to find out what kind of empath you are. Pack your emotional survival suitcase to help you through the tough times.With a light touch, this beautifully illustrated activity book opens up avenues of thought and discussion around emotional management and well-being.

Paperback. Condición: New. A trip through the city turns into a trip down memory lane, as an old Jewish woman and her grandson shop for ingredients for a Friday night meal. 11-year-old Benji, and his grandma, Bubbe Rosa, are shopping for the ingredients for Friday night dinner. Bubbe's relationship with the city is complex - nothing is quite as she remembered it and she feels alienated and angry at the world around her. Benji, on the other hand, looks at the world, and his grandmother, with clear-eyed acceptance. As they wander the city, we catch glimpses of Bubbe's life and loves, piecing together the history to gain an insight into the tender soul that lies behind the cantankerous exterior. Alte Zachen is a powerful, affecting and deceptively simple story of Jewish identity, of generational divides, of the surmountability of difference and of a restless city and its inhabitants. This critically acclaimed title was shortlisted for the Carnegie Awards, 2023, and won the VandA award for Best Children's Book Illustration, 2024.

Hardback. Condición: New. Leech, Rosie Ilustrador. ''I Miss You is an artful resource for those looking to ease the burdens of longing and lighten their heavy hearts''. -- Foreword Reviews With a gentle and considerate style, this evocative little gift book proposes a series of conceptual activities to help the reader work through the sense of loss that arises when someone or something is missing from their lives. For example; Spend one minute writing a list of all the things you can remember doing with the person that you miss. Simple everyday events can make as many memories as big adventures. Write as fast as you can. When one minute is up, stick the list to a window pane so that it can be seen from outside. With beautiful, stripped back illustration and elegant packaging, this book is a striking and affordable gift for a friend or for yourself.

Hardback. Condición: New. 'A delightful and idiosyncratic collection.' - School Library Journal Silly, heartfelt, nonsense poems to be read aloud with friends and loved ones. I'm having jelly for tea I'm having jelly for tea It's not even my birthday But I'm having jelly for tea Forwards Always is a collection of poems to be read aloud. The poems are activated through performance and play. There are daft poems, quiet poems, wonky poems and dancing poems. The book is a puzzle. Make sense of it together, listen to it, take turns, hold it upside down and wear it as a hat. Have fun and find your own way forwards.

Hardback. Condición: New. Gray-Barnett, Daniel Ilustrador. A book about becoming independent for the first time. This stylish book with a relatable story is a joy for children and adults alike. The beautiful illustrations use muted tones with pops of neon orange, mixing gentle watercolour and bold strokes' -- Book Trust 'A charming and well-crafted picture book story.' -- School Reading List A young kangaroo called Alexander lives in his mum, Nancy's pocket. Alexander loves his mum, but there's one thing she does that really drives him nuts. She is always putting stuff in her pocket. Alexander tries to keep things neat, but the more he tidies, the more stuff she shoves in there. When he complains, his sister calls him a baby - it's time to leave the pouch anyway. But Alexander loves it in there - it's warm and cosy and smells of mum.Then one day, it gets really bad. Twelve bobby pins, a tube of toothpaste, a bottle of water, a packet of chewing gum, two bus tickets, some keys, a toy car and a cookbook all find their way into Nancy's pouch. And that's just for starters. Finally Alexander's had enough. 'I can't take it any more!' he shouts. 'I'm moving out!' So Alexander moves into the room next to his sister's. They make it all cosy, with a furry blanket and shelves for all his stuff. So it's just like his mum's pouch. Almost. The penultimate spread is Alexander sleeping with all his stuff strewn around him. The final spread is Nancy clearing out her pocket with a wink. It was time for Alexander to go.This is a heartwarming tale about a connection between a son and mother and a journey towards independence, beautifully brought to life.

Paperback. Condición: New. A trip through the city turns into a trip down memory lane, as an old Jewish woman and her grandson shop for ingredients for a Friday night meal. 11-year-old Benji, and his grandma, Bubbe Rosa, are shopping for the ingredients for Friday night dinner. Bubbe's relationship with the city is complex - nothing is quite as she remembered it and she feels alienated and angry at the world around her. Benji, on the other hand, looks at the world, and his grandmother, with clear-eyed acceptance. As they wander the city, we catch glimpses of Bubbe's life and loves, piecing together the history to gain an insight into the tender soul that lies behind the cantankerous exterior. Alte Zachen is a powerful, affecting and deceptively simple story of Jewish identity, of generational divides, of the surmountability of difference and of a restless city and its inhabitants. This critically acclaimed title was shortlisted for the Carnegie Awards, 2023, and won the VandA award for Best Children's Book Illustration, 2024.

Paperback. Condición: New. Brankovic, Lidia Ilustrador. Welcome all the feelings into your own personal hotel in this delightful, therapeutic activity book!Pop on your hat and fill in your manager's license. It's time to explore your very own Grand Hotel of Feelings. This charming activity book is packed with activities to draw, write and colour in, encouraging young readers to engage with all the feelings, good and bad, that check in. Can you draw the other feelings hiding under Anger's bed? . Let's welcome Gratitude into the hotel by writing out all the things we're thankful for. Fill in the quiz to find out what kind of empath you are. Pack your emotional survival suitcase to help you through the tough times.With a light touch, this beautifully illustrated activity book opens up avenues of thought and discussion around emotional management and well-being.

Paperback. Condición: New. All sports have their quirks and rituals, but cycling has more than most. As the inexorable rise of the bicycle continues, many casual cyclists are moving into a more serious brand of cycling - riding in road races, groups or cycle clubs. And stumbling straight into a minefield of form and etiquette that those who have grown up in the clubs are well acquainted with. From how to choose the right bike frame to the rules of cycling in a paceline, there are things that any serious cyclist should know. Covering kit, bike, group riding, technique and training, The Road Cyclist's Companion is a beautifully presented book that is an essential for anyone looking to step up their cycling ambitions.

Hardback. Condición: New. Silvester, Ollie Ilustrador. Longlisted for the UKLA Book Awards 2024 'Ziggy Hanaor's story captures so completely the way that many of us, not just children, act when we are having a bad day that not only did we have a lot of laughs reading this book but we could all relate to it too.' - Armadillo Magazine Gory Rory is having a TERRIBLE day, and the LAST thing he needs is a KISS. Everything is going wrong for Gory Rory Fangface. First, he ran out of cereal and then his favourite jumper was in the wash and then it rained on the way to school. Does Gory Rory need a kiss? No, he most certainly DOESN'T. The day gets progressively worse; he's forgotten his homework, it's egg salad for lunch, and then mum is late for pick-up. A kiss perhaps? NO WAY. On the way home it rains again, there's homework to finish and the internet is down. Gory Rory has reached the end of his tether - it really has been the WORST DAY EVER. But sometimes. just sometimes. when you really really need them. kisses can make it all better. A heartwarming story about the power of affection to lighten up even the darkest of days.

Hardback. Condición: New. Völker, Sven Ilustrador. A great journey teaches Bear that there are more important things than destinations. Bear wakes up after his long winter's sleep and joins his friend, Butterfly, on a journey. 'Where are we going?' asks Bear. 'All journeys have secret destinations', says Butterfly. As they travel through forest, over hill and across a great river, Butterfly offers her wisdom about hardships, facing one's fears and living in the moment. Bear's natural impatience gradually softens into acceptance of the world around him. As the seasons change, the friends find themselves once more in front of Bear's cave. Landscapes look different with different eyes and the end of one journey is the beginning of another. This is a heartwarming book about the circles and cycles of life and being. A gentle and inspiring way to introduce Buddhist philosophies and values to young readers.

Hardback. Condición: New. Völker, Sven Ilustrador. Winner of the New York Times Top 10 Best Illustrated Children's Books of 2019. A book to promote interest in numbers and wonder at the scale they can represent, with lots to interrogate and talk about. -- School Library Association Potential goldmine of teaching ideas. -- School Reading List Double the numbers to go from 1 to 1,000,000 in 40 pages. A stunning visualization of numbers big and small. We start with a single tree; 1. As we turn the page, we are presented with a sum doubling the number on the page before it: 1+1 = 2; 2+2 = 4; 4+4 = 8. In this way, we reach a million (actually 1,048,576) within 44 pages. Each sum is brought to life with a simple graphic illustration in the distinctive style of Sven Völker. The dots form the back of a ladybird, the bubbles in a cup of soda and the water in a swimming pool. On each page, a single neon dot illustrates what one means in the context of the sum. Gloriously simple in its concept and execution, this is a book that will bring mathematics alive to parents as well as children and will also make a stunning gift book.

Hardback. Condición: New. Kourtoglou, Christos Ilustrador. A timely and relatable tale about the importance of connecting to the introvert inside. Marjorie is a happy snail. She loves her family and friends, but sometimes she just needs a bit of alone time. At these moments, Marjorie wanders off to try to find a quiet space, but her friends and family just follow her trail of slime and find her. 'How can I find some space for myself?' wonders Marjorie, and as she wonders, she wanders, here and there, back and forth, this way and that until she is entirely and marvellously lost. But the joys of solitude are short lived, and Marjorie swiftly realises that she can't find her way back. Luckily, she stumbles on a good friend who helps her on her way and offers her some sage advice. A natural follow on from the critically acclaimed 'Pocket Chaotic', this simple, layered story is exquisitely brought to life by Christos Kourtoglou, an emerging Greek illustrator with a distinctive watercolour style. It addresses the disjunction that kids and adults feel (particularly in a post-lockdown era) between our introvert and extrovert selves.

Paperback. Condición: New. A thoughtfully designed and timely activity book in which to explore ideas of mindfulness and self-acceptance by emerging author-illustrator, Sophie Williams. "This brilliantly creative activity book inspires self-awareness, helps to navigate complex feelings and promotes positive mental wellbeing". -- Paper Ren The journey of self-discovery starts right here! Aimed at a middle-grade audience, this delightful activity book asks young readers to explore the landscape of their own psyche. They are invited to visit their mountains of strength and wetlands of weaknesses. to confront their 'forests of fears', and to take comfort in their 'islands of interests'. Personality quizzes, coloring in, drawing and designing all feature. Self-examination has never been more enjoyable! At a time when the mental health of young people is a point of concern, this activity book offers a much-needed opening to ideas of self-awareness, empathy, well-being and mindfulness, with a refreshing optimism and lightness of touch.

Hardback. Condición: New. Kruszynski, Elliot Ilustrador. If Creature is not a potato, what could they possibly be???'I am a potato', says Creature. 'No, you're not,' says Dog. 'Do you grow underground? Do you have lots of eyes? No? Then you're not a potato.' 'Then WHAT AM I?' wails Creature. Cat comes along. 'Do you breathe air? Do you eat and poo? Do you move around? You are an animal!' But what kind of animal are they? As their identity crisis continues, more animals join the conversation, asking questions and narrowing down the possiblities until they eventually work out the answer. This is a silly, delightful book that nonetheless teaches an important lesson about using the scientific method to draw conclusions by observing, asking questions and eliminating possibilities. Vividly brought to life in Elliot Kruszynski's punchy, graphic illustrations, taxonomy has never been this fun.

Hardback. Condición: New. Völker, Sven Ilustrador. Alma is curating an exhibition at the Museum of Shapes. Learn all about the shapes that make up our world and help her put the exhibition together! Welcome to the Museum of Shapes. Alma is the curator of the museum. She decides which shapes should go where. Triangles have three sides and three angles. Can you help Alma find all the triangles on the shelf? Alma's favourite shape is a circle. All the points on the edge of a circle are the same distance from its centre. Not all shapes are geometric; some are wiggly and messy. Can you make a wiggly line with your body? This is an engaging and informative book about the shapes that make up our world. The narrative framework is complemented by interactive texts and gorgeous, minimalist illustration by New York Times Best Illustrated award winner, Sven Volker. Geometry has never been this mesmerising!

Hardback. Condición: New. Wright, Aimee Ilustrador. Louis is a young street magician. He is setting up for his show but he can't find his rabbit anywhere. He looks inside his hat but finds only a bouquet of flowers, which is caught by a a passing woman as he throws it away in disgust. He looks under his cups, spilling out dozens of balls, which are pounced upon by a group of kids. An endless string of scarves comes out of his sleeve and is wrapped around the neck of a posh lady. With each trick, his audience grows, and unbeknownst to Louis, his show is unfolding brilliantly. But WHERE could that pesky rabbit be hiding??? Finally, Louis looks in his bag. climbs in it. and disappears. Now the rabbit AND Louis are missing! The audience hold their breaths until, POOF! Louis appears on the table in a puff of smoke. They erupt in a roar of applause. Louis, bemused, notices them for the first time. He takes off his cap to take a bow. The rabbit is sitting on his head. This is funny but also empowering story about a child, unaware of his own talents, who creates a diverse community around him, delighting in his show.

Hardback. Condición: New. Neves, Nik Ilustrador. 'A cleverly architected book. perfect for children exploring the environment or anything to do with construction.' - Literacy Tree The Mellons need to build a forever home that is lean, clean and green! The Mellon family have outgrown their flat. It's time to move, but none of the houses they look at are quite right, so they decide to build their own house. Masha is an architect. She designs a house that accommodates the Mellons' needs, their budget, and most importantly, the environment. It is an eco-house. The Mellons Build a House is a hugely enjoyable picturebook that takes the reader step-by-step through house design and build. Heat pumps, solar panels, insulation and rainwater harvesting are all clearly explained and brought to life in Nik Neves's warm, inclusive illustrations. A timely and essential read for aspiring young architects and construction-enthusiasts.

Spiral Bound. Condición: New. Roffey, Maureen Ilustrador. Mix and match the faces of the members of a family to hilarious effect. Family Flip Flap is a re-issue of a limited run book from 1982 (previously entitled Family Scramble), illustrated by classic children's illustrator, Maureen Roffey. The tops and bottoms of faces are bisected so that they can be mixed and matched to uproarious effect; Aunt Helen sucks a dummy, Tiny Tess mends a car, Mummy makes a mess and Daddy does his homework. Children ages two and up will delight in subverting traditional adult-child roles in this deceptively simple flip flap book. Clear, accessible illustrations maintain their vintage feel whilst being further revived by the use of neon colour throughout and gorgeous packaging.

Hardback. Condición: New. 'A delightful and idiosyncratic collection.' - School Library Journal Silly, heartfelt, nonsense poems to be read aloud with friends and loved ones. I'm having jelly for tea I'm having jelly for tea It's not even my birthday But I'm having jelly for tea Forwards Always is a collection of poems to be read aloud. The poems are activated through performance and play. There are daft poems, quiet poems, wonky poems and dancing poems. The book is a puzzle. Make sense of it together, listen to it, take turns, hold it upside down and wear it as a hat. Have fun and find your own way forwards.

Hardback. Condición: New. Bowsher, Alice Ilustrador. A beautiful little story that encompasses values such as perseverance, assertiveness and positivity through the most unlikely of antagonists, the modest little fly! -- IBBY UK Fly Flies has a really strong message about staying true to yourself and not being swayed by others. It's a terrific book. -- Get Kids Into Books Fly just wants to have fun flying, but everyone she meets thinks she's doing it all WRONG! Fly is happily practicing her flying in the park, doing some wibbles and some wobbles and some waveys. Blackbird, Seagull, Starling and Hawk take turns giving Fly advice about the best way to fly; fly in a straight line, glide on the wind, fly in a flock, dive onto your food. Fly tries to take their advice on board, but each time finds that this is not HER way to fly. With a sweet, witty twist at the end, this is a delightful book about staying true to yourself in the face of people who insist they know better.

Hardback. Condición: New. Brankovic, Lidia Ilustrador. 'This magical picture book presents a grounded lesson on acknowledging and accepting every part of yourself.' - Foreword Review A filmic book that explores ways in which we must accommodate the parts of ourselves that are hard to look at. Lika doesn't give much thought to her shadow. Sometimes it's long, sometimes it's short. but it is never more than a shadow. Until the day it begins acting strangely. When Lika waves a hand, Shadow raises a foot. When Lika sits down, Shadow stands up. Lika hides in a darkened room, but the smaller she makes herself, the bigger Shadow becomes, until it picks her up and deposits her in a land of shadows, at the heart of which is a spooky shadow circus. Only by listening to her shadow will Lika find her way home. This is a book by the acclaimed author of The Grand Hotel of Feelings about accepting the parts of us that we try to hide from. Because where there is darkness there is also light, and when the shadows dance it is always a good idea to join the fun.