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The world of the Norse people was rich in poetry, legend and song.
Whenever there was a feast to greet guests, to celebrate weddings
or the safe return of voyagers, the bards were called upon to tell
stories and sing songs. Norse Myths and Viking Legends brings
together three epic sagas -- 'The Saga of King Ragnar Goatskin',
'The Dream of King Alfdan' and 'Thorkill of Iceland' -- alongside
other dramatic tales in this exciting collection of stories. These
thrilling tales of war and love, power and cunning, magic and
destiny are artfully retold by renowned storyteller Isabel Wyatt.
The book will be particularly useful for those teaching Norse
mythology in Steiner-Waldorf Class 4 (age 9 10). Previously
published as three books: Thorkill of Iceland, Legends of the Norse
Kings and Norse Hero Tales, and now in a single magnificent volume.
The Republic of Gilead allows Offred only one function - to breed.
If she deviates, she will, like all dissenters, be hanged at the
wall or sent out to die slowly of radiation sickness. But even a
repressive state cannot obliterate desire - neither Offred's nor
that of the two men on whom her future hangs.
Let your children discover the works of poet Emily Dickinson in
Emily Dickinson. As the premier title in the Poetry for Kids
series, Emily Dickinson introduces children to the works of poet
Emily Dickinson. Poet, professor, and scholar Susan Snively has
carefully chosen 35 poems of interest to children and their
families. Each poem is beautifully illustrated by Christine
Davenier and thoroughly explained by an expert. The gentle
introduction, which is divided into sections by season of the year,
includes commentary, definitions of important words, and a
foreword.
From acrostics and riddles to kennings and paradiddles, this is a fun anthology of puzzling poems which also encourages children to have a go at writing poetry themselves. Rhymes, Riddles and Paradiddles is an excellent tool for teachers who want to introduce different forms of poems to their pupils and features different types of puzzle poems that are commonly used as models for children's writing in schools. Including puzzle poems ranging from easy to difficult, different poem styles and lots of humour, join Roger Stevens as he helps young readers crack the codes and learn to write their own puzzling poems that will baffle even the greatest mind.
In her first book of poems for children Shauna Darling Robertson
celebrates creative thinking, encourages curiosity and revels in
the pleasure of looking at things so slightly slant. Discover a
world where ordinary things like eating and adverts seem quite
preposterous, while absurd things such as teacups feeling unloved
are fairly commonplace. Thoughts fly around like mosquitoes, a day
lasts longer than a year and the weather forecast predicts an
ear-to-ear grin nearly two miles high. There's a kid who catches
her dreams in a net and a polite rebel who asks nicely before
overwriting history. Oh and undercover magicians operate on every
high street. Inventive, provocative and highly original, Saturdays
at the Imaginarium asks big questions about how we think about
ourselves, each other and the world. It invites children of all
ages to explore the possibilities of their own vastly creative
minds.
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Ice Cream
(Paperback)
Arnolds Auzins; Illustrated by Liva Piterane; Translated by Uldis Balodis, Kate Wakeling
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Beautiful books make unforgettable Christmas gifts. This
pocket-sized treasure is the perfect gift for fans of nature,
language and rich artwork, adult and child alike! Kindred in spirit
to The Lost Words but fresh in its form, The Lost Spells introduces
a beautiful new set of natural spell-poems and artwork by beloved
creative duo Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris. Each "spell"
conjures an animal, bird, tree or flower -- from Barn Owl to Red
Fox, Grey Seal to Silver Birch, Jay to Jackdaw -- with which we
share our lives and landscapes. Moving, joyful and funny, The Lost
Spells above all celebrates a sense of wonder, bearing witness to
nature's power to amaze, console and bring joy. Written to be read
aloud, painted in brushstrokes that call to the forest, field,
riverbank and also to the heart, The Lost Spells summons back what
is often lost from sight and care, teaching the names of everyday
species, and inspiring its readers to attention, love and care.
'Luminously beautiful. An amulet in dark times, to be carried like
a talisman out into the world, where it is very much needed' Dara
McAnulty 'A book about spells that succeeds in being spell-binding
in its own right . . . It already feels like a true classic. Buy
one copy for yourself and any others for as many children as you
can afford' Books for Keeps
One of a series of top-quality fiction for schools, this is a
sympathetic look at the confusions of adolescence. Buddy's father,
still dreaming of his teddy-boy youth, turns to crime, and his
mother leaves home to make a better life for herself.
Explore the Nektons' world as you've never seen it before with The Deep Official Handbook. It's packed with all the fun, mystery and adventure of the hugely popular TV series and will tell you everything you've ever wanted to know about The Deep.
In-depth profiles will allow you to get up close and personal with your favourite characters. Take a tour of the Nektons' submarine, the mighty Arronax, along with other vehicles that have appeared in the show. Take a plunge and learn about the amazing creatures of The Deep, such as what they like to eat and where you can find them!
Go behind the scenes and discover the fascinating back stories and true tales that have inspired episodes. And unravel the secrets and mysteries of Lemuria. You might even bump into some treasure-hungry pirates along the way!
The Deep Official Handbook is the perfect companion to the spectacular series and a must-have for all fans of The Deep!
Some people have dresses for every occasion but Afiya needs only
one. Her dress records the memories of her childhood, from roses in
bloom to pigeons in flight, from tigers at the zoo to October
leaves falling. A joyful celebration of a young girl's childhood,
written by the late Coretta Scott King Book Award-winning Jamaican
poet James Berry.
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The Door Wizard
(Paperback)
Peters Bruveris; Illustrated by Paulis Liepa; Translated by Zanete Vevere Pasqualini, Kate Wakeling
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One of a series of top-quality fiction for schools, this is
Hemingway's Nobel Prize-winning story of a Cuban fisherman's
struggle with a great fish - a struggle between man and the
elements, the hunter and the hunted.
Playful, easy-to-remember poetry for teaching social skills in a
lighthearted, simple way.Make teaching social skills fun with this
lively collection of poems on skills such as greetings, eye
contact, playing, competing, managing emotions, apologizing, and
more! Rhyming poems are always appealing: they are fun to read
aloud and easy to remember. These easy-to-understand poems are
perfect for teaching social skills. I Can Learn Social Skills helps
children communicate their wants and needs in simple, relatable
ways and teaches friendship basics, making them feel validated and
empowered. Eye-popping graphics and fun photos showing diverse kids
accompany the book s playful, humorous language and draw children
into the work. Activities and lessons at the back of the book help
parents, caregivers, and other adults with teaching social skills.
A collection of eight of Aunt Grizelda's favorite fairy tales, all
told in hilarious rhyme and given a humorous and modern twist. Can
you guess any of the endings?
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Play! Play! Play!
(Board book)
Douglas Florian; Illustrated by Christiane Engel
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Travel across the world with this beautiful collection of 20 nature
stories. From the Ancient Chinese countryside to the dense forests
of Norway, this book takes readers on a journey across cultures and
continents, exploring the different ways we care for and show
respect to our planet. Poignantly retold by Isabel Otter and with
breathtaking artwork from Ana Sender, each story in this collection
reminds us how important the natural world is to society. Moreover,
the universal scape of these tales unites us as one global
community. The perfect book for little nature lovers, this is a
collection to treasure. Also available: The Lost Fairytales.
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Be The Change
(Paperback)
Liz Brownlee; Roger Stevens, Matt Goodfellow
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From National Poetry Day Ambassadors Liz Brownlee, Matt Goodfellow
and Roger Stevens comes an incredible anthology of poetry
identifying ways we can Be the Change.
These positive and upbeat
poems will explore sustainability and the positive efforts being
made to protect the planet and are perfect for starting
conversations about looking after each other an our environment.
I travelled once around the world On stars with flaming tails, And
touched the colours of my dreams Along some silver trails. Look out
for best friends, pancakes, and Grandad singing; discover a river
dolphin, a poison dart frog and the most dangerous animal in the
world; imagine a talking nose, meet the Zimbats of Zingley Dell and
find the colour of your dreams.
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