On the verge of World War I, author Rudyard Kipling's son, John, like his father before him, wanted to fight for his country. But when John's military application was threatened, Rudyard took matters into his own hands, applying all his influence to allow his son to fight in the Great War. And the teenager who had lived his life in comfort and whose greatest concern had been pleasing his father now faced a much greater challenge--staying alive in his first battle.

The Night Before Christmas is an enchanting Christmas story that has brought Santa Claus to life for generations. Celebrate the original poem written by Clement C. Moore this holiday season with the Press and Play Storybook featuring Academy Award-winner Jeff Bridges narrating the #1 New York Times bestselling classic poem.

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.

Carry on a family tradition or start one of your own with this new version of the classic Christmas book for children and families. Initially published anonymously as A Visit from Saint Nicholas, and credited as a work by Clement Clark Moore, this timeless tale is the perfect family read as children prepare for Santa and his reindeer on Christmas Eve.

This Press and Play Storybook includes:

A beautifully designed hardcover book with press and play pages Updated soundboard technology to hear Jeff Bridges narrate the story Lavish vintage inspired illustrations by renowned, New York Times #1 bestselling artist Charles Santore The original poem by Clement Clark Moore A nod to Dutch references in the poem, specifically the Dutch name "Donder" for one of the reindeer The Night Before Christmas:

Is perfect for family read-alouds or gatherings Makes a great holiday, Advent, or Christmas gift A classic for children ages 1-4 or the nostalgic young at heart Charles Santore’s works has been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including Aesop Fables, The Velveteen Rabbit, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and more!

In this year's Rupert Annual, Rupert discovers a secret path, goes on a chilly adventure to meet King Frost, solves a mystery with the help of a clever parrot and much more! Enjoy a brand-new story 'Rupert and April Showers', originated and illustrated by Stuart Trotter, plus a selection of much-loved activities to complete at home. The stories included are: Rupert and Poll Parrot Rupert and the Secret Path Rupert and the Water Boatman Rupert and the Silent Dog Rupert and the Deep Freeze

It all began the day a mysterious package arrived at the post office…

Hedgehog, Skunk, Hummingbird, Owl... One by one, neighbors stop by the office to ask the postman if it's for them, but he always gives them the same answer:

“Maybe it is, and maybe it isn’t. Maybe it isn’t, and maybe it is. It could be yours,But it isn’t for you!”

Driven by curiosity, they're all itching to find out whose name is on the mysterious package they all want to receive. Who would be the lucky recipient, and in which far-off corner of the forest was Mr. Fox going to deliver it? An original story that will keep readers guessing right until the end. Perfect for introducing young children to the fun of reading and discovering the value of gratitude.

This fun-loving book proves to kids that, in a world where fitting in is the norm, being different is what makes us special.
The kids in "What I Like About Me " are as different as night and day. And, guess what? They love it. Some adore the fact that their braces dazzle and gleam, others feel distinguished when they wear their glasses. Still others wouldn't trade their big feet for a lifetime of free video games. A mylar mirror embedded in the last page let kids take a look at themselves and decide what they like best about themselves.

Following on from the successful Seasons and Nature series from award-winning author Sam Usher, this is the final book in Sam's Transport quartet featuring the much-loved Boy and Grandad.

Boy has the most wonderful dessert-filled dream so he and Grandad decide to have ice cream for breakfast. Having cycled up a few hills, disaster strikes when they discover all the ice cream has sold out. Boy and Grandad soon concoct a plan, but it involves creating a faster form of transport...

In this exciting new story, Whoosh! sees Boy and Grandad use their imagination and resourcefulness to create a flying balloon-powered bike. They whoosh all the way to Ice Cream Mountain encountering obstacles along the way such as a sprinkle storm. Guaranteed to increase ice cream sales, this is a delightful family read exploring creativity and perseverance, all the while following the enduring and heart-warming Boy-Grandad relationship.

A bold and wild ride through two thousand years of myth and mayhem in an outrageous serio-comic work of literary fiction. Readers are invited to accompany Wanda, Lynn Joffe’s outrageous, boundaries-pushing heroine, on a soul-boggling journey that crisscrosses ancient and modern worlds and slips in and out of many centuries. As a guide, Wanda’s delightfully irreverent voice, alternately sardonic and tender, provides a running commentary that has us breathlessly trying to keep up.

Set over two thousand years and written in the throes of the #metoo era, Wanda B. Lazarus adds her unique voice to the literary mix. Part Odyssey, part Groundhog Day, Wanda’s journeys give us an alternative view of history retold as her-story. And she’s holding nothing back. Get set for a wild ride.

Discover 100 silly sayings and peculiar phrases in this illustrated book for curious kids! What does it mean to spill the beans? Why does it rain cats and dogs? Who is the early bird and why do they catch the worm? Discover 100 silly sayings and peculiar phrases from the English language, with lots of playful pictures bringing them to life. Beautifully illustrated by Julia Murray, it explains what the sayings mean and explores the strange stories behind them, making this the perfect gift for kids who always want to know ‘why?’. Spill the Beans is the perfect companion to A Word a Day: 365 words for curious minds. Discover a year’s worth of intriguing words and never be lost for words again…

This book forms part of the Smart-Kids Preschool skills series created by practising South African Early Childhood Development educators. The books are designed to help preschoolers (3-5 years) develop key concepts and to make sure children learn to write and draw in the correct way to support their learning later on.

Learn numbers through fine art! Spark your child's creativity and curiosity with this delightfully curated counting book featuring some of the world's most iconic paintings. In this collection, your child will discover artwork by Gustav Klint, Mary Gassatt, Vincent van Gogh, Clara Peeters, and many others. Help them count the flower petals in Gaugin's Still Life with Teapot and Fruit, teach them different colors while examining Redon's Butterflies, and discuss the shapes used in Sarah Ann Wilson's Album Quilt. With a fun rhyming scheme and large, colorful text, 123s of Art will inspire your budding art lovers as they learn to count to 20 by locating objects in paintings. Then, as your child grows, you can read the playful poems aloud together and answer the interactive questions that accompany each painting.

X-kit Achieve [subject, grade, e.g. Mathematics Grade 10] Study Guide has been revised to according incorporate the latest Assessment Guidelines (as outline in Section 4 of the CAPS), and updated with current trends to ensure the content remains relevant and applicable to learners. Written by experienced teachers, X-kit Achieve Study Guides are filled with step-by-step explanations, annotated diagrams and illustrated concepts, plenty of practice activities and answers, summary tables, and exam hints and tips.

Cherished nursery rhymes now in the perfect size for little hands and big imaginations.

Enjoy these beloved nursery rhymes now in the perfect format for small hands and big imaginations. Mother Goose's nursery rhymes have been a perennial favorite of children (and parents) for over a century. Each nursery rhyme is accompanied by the breathtaking artwork of illustrator and RISD graduate Gina Baek. From stocking stuffers to baby showers, this affordable edition of Mother Goose is the perfect gift for any occasion.