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Books > Children's & Educational > Life skills & personal awareness, general studies > General
Adapted for younger readers from Born a Crime: And Other Stories-
the #1 South African and New York Times bestseller
‘If my mother had one goal, it was to free my mind. My mother spoke to me like an adult. She was big into Psalms. I had to read Psalms every day. She would quiz me on it. “What does the passage mean? What does it mean to you? How do you apply it to your life:” That was every day of my life. My mom did what the school didn’t. She taught me how to think.
In Born a Crime, Trevor Noah shares his remarkable story of growing up in South Africa with a black South African mother and a white European father at a time when it was against the law for a mixed-race child to exist. But he did exist and from the beginning, the often-misbehaved Trevor used his quick wits and humour to navigate a harsh life.
This edition of Trevor’s fascinating memoir blends drama, comedy and tragedy to depict the day-to-day trials that turned a mischievous young boy into a restless young man. Against all the odds, and supported his mom’s unwavering love and indomitable will, Trevor overcame many obstacles and created a promising future for himself.
Born a Crime provides a fascinating and honest perspective on South Africa’s racial history and it will also inspire readers looking to improve their own lives.
TREVOR NOAH is a much-loved South African comedian, who is currently the host of The Daily Show.
Bella is thrilled to be joining her mum on an expedition to study penguins on the Antarctic coast. While exploring one of the islands she discovers an unusual penguin with a pale brown coat instead of the typical black. But before Bella can investigate further, she spots an old pirate ship sailing to the island, then she blinks -and it disappears! Bella is convinced that she imagined it, until she goes out searching for the pale penguin again and bumps into a boy named Jules. He has arrived with a group of sailors from the 1800s, and they're desperate to catch the rare penguin for themselves... A magical wintry tale from best-selling author Holly Webb. For fans of Michael Morpurgo andTHE SNOW FOAL, this is the perfect book to snuggle up with and enjoy this winter.
Black History for Every Day of the Year by award-winning historian and
broadcaster David Olusoga and his siblings, Yinka Olusoga and Kemi
Olusoga, tells the story of Black history, sweeping across the world
and through the ages.
Discover stories of hope and connection, originality and creativity,
alongside tales of racism and oppression, resistance and celebration.
From the nineteenth century anti-slavery movement to Beyoncé and
Stormzy; from the Black contribution in both World Wars to the Harlem
Renaissance in New York, this book is about well known figures and
unsung heroes. Read about key cultural moments and forgotten stories,
from ancient times to the modern day.
With a piece of history for every day of the year, this is the perfect
book to dip into time and time again. Full of quotes, poems,
illustrations and pictures, Black History for Every Day of the Year is
for all ages, revealing a rich history that is relevant to us all.
What will you discover today?
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The Hair Book
(Board book)
Latonya Yvette; Illustrated by Amanda Jane Jones
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A bold, graphic board book celebrating all types of hair. With
striking, colourful graphics and simple alliterative text, this
board book features poufy hair, wavy hair, Afro hair, hair covered
in a hijab, and more. A surprise mirror at the end encourages young
children to reflect on their own characteristics. The message is
clear: no matter what you look like, you are beautiful, valued and
welcome everywhere.
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The Chattysaurus
(Paperback)
Rachel Bright; Illustrated by Chris Chatterton
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R230
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Discovery Miles 2 050
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A funny and reassuring story about the importance of listening and being a good friend. From the author of the bestselling The Lion Inside.
Little Chattysaurus LOVES to chitter chatter. He wants to tell EVERYONE how to build a den, how to play hide-and-seek AND his thoughts on having picnics. There is a LOT to say. But, when going on adventures into the woods, there is often a lot to listen to as well - and some of it is VERY helpful!
The perfect picture book to help children learn the benefits of listening. For every Chattysaurus - large or small.
Check out the other books in the DinoFeelings series:
The Worrysaurus
The Hugasaurus
The Stompysaurus
The Wibblysaurus
Little Monster is preparing an outdoor party for her animal friends
by cleaning, serving food, and blowing up balloons. But what will
the partygoers do when it starts to rain? This book is part of the
Little Monster series of full-colour board books, with bold,
colourful illustrations and simple text for emerging readers.
This compelling and important history of the British Empire, told
from the perspective of 20 people who lived through it, tells the
story of one of the largest and most powerful empires in human
history. At one time, the British Empire ruled over almost a
quarter of the world’s population. Men, women and children from
all walks of life and from across the globe were affected in big
and small ways, from the clothes they wore, the food they ate and
the languages they spoke to the work they did and the rights they
held. This legacy and impact is still evident all over the world
today. This book shines a light on the human aspects of the
‘Empire where the sun never
sets’, introducing readers to a host of figures, both
powerful and modest, who lived through, challenged, and influenced
the course of the British Empire. But how did this empire come to
be? And what happened to the people whose lands were
colonised? The people whose lives were touched? This
book tells their stories and reclaims this chapter in history by
giving voice to 20Â real figures whose perspectives have often
been ignored, overlooked or sidelined. Their stories are told
in a first-person narrative style, allowing readers to see
through the eyes of these inspiring history-keepers.
From leaders and activists to poets and freedom fighters, the
book features a range of figures from across five continents,
shining a light on the human aspect of the British Empire.
Meet Queen Nanny, the escaped slave who led a fight for freedom
against the British in Jamaica. Hear the story of Rani
of Jhansi, a key figure in the Indian resistance movement
against British colonial rule. Learn
about Tejonihokarawa, the Mohawk leader who travelled to
London on a diplomatic mission. These engaging true stories
of resistance, community, struggle and hope will spark
conversations, foster a broader, decolonized understanding of
the reaches and impacts of colonialism and ultimately leave readers
inspired. After all, understanding our past and its echoes in
our lives today is a step towards a better future.
Meet a green-fingered family whose diverse community is bursting
with love in this lushly illustrated and lyrical picture book. This
beautiful and warmly-told story teaches us that love really does
grow everywhere, in all shapes, forms and sizes. Through gentle,
rhyming text and vibrant illustrations, feel the love in a
close-knit family who grow plants and sell them in their local
market, and discover the types of love that exist in the many homes
of their diverse community. There are kisses from Dad, songs with
Grandma, charity from neighbours and playtime with friends. There's
old love, new love and everything in between! But there's a new kid
who is not quite so sure... Can the gardeners' daughter be brave
and extend the love to him? Beautiful and characterful
illustrations from the exceptionally talented Tisha Lee help bring
this book to life, and the gentle rhyming text from Barry Timms
helps underscore the message of kindness, charity and love. This
warm and charming tale, perfect for Valentine's Day and beyond,
celebrates the many different ways love grows to make a brighter
world.
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We Are Family
(Paperback)
Lucy Reynolds; Illustrated by Jenna Herman
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R264
R212
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The NEW ALL-IN-ONE Grade R Workbook for Home Language form part of the NEW ALL-IN-ONE series. The worksheets on the CD included in the NEW ALL-IN-ONE Grade R Home Language Teacher’s Guide are now in book form to make it easier for teachers to hand out to learners in their class. The new activities make revision fun and provide teachers with extra assessment & guidelines of the learner’s knowledge.
Find your way with Tiger and Mei! Say hello to Tiger and Mei – two adorable best friends learning to navigate the big, wide world around them! From frolicking in the winter snow to unpacking big emotions, join the duo on a series of exciting adventures before returning home to the warm embrace of their family. Mei’s cautious, curious nature is perfectly balanced by Tiger’s boundless energy, inspiring little ones to try new things and seize the day! In Tiger, It’s Snowing!, follow the duo on a joyful winter adventure, tasting snowflakes and enjoying a snowball fight for the very first time – but will they make it back in time for tea?
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Trust on Thin Ice
(Hardcover)
Berenice Muniz; Illustrated by Lelo Alves; Jake Maddox
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R614
R553
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Dog is Patient
(Hardcover)
Aaron Pickering; Illustrated by Nicole Guerra-Coon
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R645
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Discovery Miles 5 790
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