Watch a thousand years unfold in the life of one magnificent tree! A thousand years ago, a tiny acorn fell to the ground. As the years pass, it grows . . . and GROWS into an enormous oak tree! As the centuries sweep by, children play games around the tree. Families dance about it. A fleeing king even hides inside its hollow trunk! The tree gives food and shelter to a host of animals, from squirrels and badgers to birds and beetles. After a thousand years, the ancient tree finally falls in a storm - but a new acorn sprouts, and the cycle of life begins all over again. The tree's magical life story is brought to life in Julia Donaldson's rich, dramatic rhyme. Victoria Sandøy's gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations perfectly capture the changing seasons, and the people and wildlife that pass by Children will love spotting all the creatures in the pictures, and seeing the games children play around the tree This is a book that encourages us all to look more closely at nature, and to appreciate the wonder of our ancient trees. The final pages of the book contain extra fascinating facts about oak trees and the animals that depend on them. Praise for The Christmas Pine, also by Julia Donaldson and Victoria Sandøy: "Magical . . . as well as paying tribute to tradition, the gentle rhythmic verse and stunning pictures illuminate the two other things close to Julia's heart: the power of children and song" Julia Donaldson is the author of many of the best-loved children's books ever written. She has been awarded a CBE for services to literature, and is the most celebrated children's writer in Britain today. Many of Julia Donaldson's beloved picture books have been made into award-winning animated films which are regularly shown on the BBC at Christmas.

There are many fun things to do at a birthday party. But for Luis, who has autism, sometimes fun things can be scary. Luckily his sister will be there to help him have a good time. Early readers can follow the simple story and bright illustrations as they learn about the importance of compassion and kindness. With pre-reading questions, this fiction book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

Die meeste mense slaap Saterdae laat, maar nie Zander nie. Hy sit al weer saam met sy ouers langs die rugbyveld om te kyk hoe sy broer hul pa se sportdrome uitleef.

Zander se belangstellings beïndruk sy ouers nie veel nie. Hy hou van rekenaarspeletjies, lees en draf. Vir hom is draf ’n bietjie soos lees. Wanneer hy sy tekkies vasmaak en sy oorfone in sy ore druk, verdwyn die wêreld rondom hom. Totdat een van die mooiste meisies in die skool hom op ’n dag sien hardloop … Roxy is vasbeslote om Zander sover te kry om landloop te hardloop, en in die proses word sy lewe op sy kop gekeer – in meer as een opsig.

Zander se beste vriend verstaan nie sy nuwe obessie met hardloop nie en wil net oor die Cyber Clash-rekenaarspeletjiekompetisie praat. Daarby is Zander se gevoelens vir Roxy ook definitief nie platonies nie, en asof dit nie genoeg is nie, is sy eerste landloopkompetisie op dieselfde dag as sy broer se debuutwedstryd vir die eerste rugbyspan. Zander sal moet kies: Gaan hy sy broer in die steek laat, of vir Roxy?

Tekkies is ’n grafiese roman met teks deur die topverkoper-skrywer Jaco Jacobs, en illustrasies vir die slimfoon-generasie deur Alistair Ackermann.

Lara se danseksamen is om die draai. Sy oefen al weke lank vir die groot dag! Minki en Natalie kan nie wag om haar in aksie te sien op die verhoog nie. Maar dan loop dinge onverwags skeef, en Lara se dansdrome is - vir eers - daarmee heen. Minki en Natalie weet nie hoe om hulle beste maat op te beur nie. Maar een van Minki se gunstelingboeke gee haar 'n plan ...

A family follows the end of a rainbow in search of treasure. What awaits them at the end? This picture book features colorful illustrations and a simple story to help early readers follow along on this family adventure. Celebrate family and the importance of spending time together with this beautifully illustrated picture book. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.

In this fun and friendly unofficial book, follow gifted singer-songwriter Taylor's inspirational journey from growing up on a Christmas tree farm to superstardom. Discover how she never gave up on her dream, from her earliest performances to the multi-talented and award-winning star she is today, and learn why she believes everyone should have the chance to be who they want to be. There are lots of Taylor Easter eggs hiding throughout the book too – can you find them all?

Taylor is a hugely successful and record-breaking singer across many styles and genres, always determined to do things her way and stay in control of her music. Her current Eras tour is set to be the highest grossing tour of all time, greeted so enthusiastically by her devoted fans that they shook the ground as much as an earthquake at her show in Seattle!

In this unofficial biography for young fans, filled with gentle text and bright illustrations, this is the perfect book for anyone who wants to share in Taylor's dream and celebrate her phenomenal success.

Hierdie bundel bevat, soos die titel aandui, ’n versameling heeltemal nuwe en oorspronklike gedigte. Dit bou voort op die wonderlike tradisie van DJ Opperman se Kleuterverseboek en Klein Verseboek, en dek onderwerpe wat met die destydse bundels nog nie deel was van kinders se leefwêreld nie, soos rekenaars, selfone, e-pos, internet en sms.

Die 250 verse deur 100 bydraers sluit in bekende en nuwe skrywers soos Hennie Aucamp, François Bloemhof, Philip de Vos, Hans du Plessis, Franci Greyling, Jaco Jacobs, Lucas Malan en Fanie Viljoen.

Die bundel bestaan uit drie afdelings: kleuterverse (2 tot 4 jaar), kinderverse (5 tot 7 jaar) en amper-tieners (8 tot 10 jaar). Temas wat gedek word sluit in: gesin en familie, speelgoed en troeteldiere, diere en natuur, pret en humor, tegnologie en beroep, vriendskap en verhoudings, eetgewoontes en maniere, liggaam en gesondheid, fantasie en sprokies, gril en gruwel, sport en spel, aktuele kwessies en sosiale verantwoordelikheid. ’n Lys wat die gedigte per onderwerp aandui, verskyn agterin sodat die bundel ook geskik is vir skoolgebruik.

Find Bluey and Bingo in this search-and-find activity book! Have you seen Bluey and Bingo? There are lots of other hidden items, too, so join the fun in this search-and-find book!

You're thirteen. All you want is a normal life. But most normal kids don't need heart transplants.

So there's this doctor. He says there's a chance for you. But he also says it's experimental, controversial and risky. And it's never been done before.

Shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal, this is a powerful, thought-provoking story from the award-winning Malorie Blackman.

Pholisa is coming to make a fresh start in Cape Town with her older brother Masi. Her old friend Lelethu is there to welcome her to Harmony High, where she meets the lovely Lazola, and romance is in the air … But at home Masi is becoming aggressive and moody, and Pholisa is worried about what he is doing late at night. When Masi spirals out of control, all of their lives are shattered, and Pholisa is forced to make one of the most difficult choices of her life, and face just how strong blood ties really are …

Expanding your child s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In The Dog Who Changed History by Susan Johnston Taylor, Alexander Graham Bell and his dog Trouve create a life-changing invention: the telephone! Find out more in this inspiring historical fiction book your child will love. Includes Book Club literacy and comprehension questions.

Expanding your child s reading horizons is easy with fiction books from Teacher Created Materials! In The Super Five by Cyndi Marko, something strange is happening at the Wonder Kids School for Superheroes! Teachers, students, and even the principal Professor Wonder Boy have gone missing. Find out more in this super mystery your child will love. Includes Book Club literacy and comprehension questions.