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This board book version of Jane Austen - from the critically
acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series - introduces the
youngest dreamers to this great British novelist. Little Jane was
born into a large family with seven brothers and sisters. She grew
up reading and writing stories in the English countryside. As an
adult, she wrote witty commentaries about landed gentry in a way
that no one had ever done before, portraying young women who
bravely made their own choices. These novels made Jane one of the
most loved British writers of all time. Babies and toddlers will
love to snuggle as you read to them the engaging story of this
fascinating novelist, and will also enjoy exploring the stylish and
quirky illustrations of this sturdy board book on their own. Little
People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational
games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers
and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved
incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all
ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple
sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The
hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers.
Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by
theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun
learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these
role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of
outstanding people who will change the world with Little People,
BIG DREAMS!
In a high-tech, high-security world where bioterrorism threatens to
cripple the ecosystem, magic is the last thing on anyone's mind.
Something bad is happening to the world. Trees are dying. Cancer is
on the rise and becoming more aggressive. When Kelsa's father dies
of the disease, science offers no answers. Then, fifteen-year-old
Kelsa meets the most beautiful boy she's ever seen. But he's also
very strange. Claiming to be a mythological Raven, he goes on about
magic, impending ecological disaster, and his need for Kelsa's help
to save the world.
Maybe he's crazy. But what if he's telling the truth?
Iksik ran to his cousin's side, grabbing up the wolf head harpoon.
At the curve in the trail a large shadow cascaded over the rocks.
They heard the loud panting of the beast just before it rounded the
corner, staring straight at them. A light breeze brought the
overwhelming stench of its body. It was the smell of a beast that
slept in its own filth. The long shaggy hair covering its massive
chest was layered with the dried blood of old kills. Mahak made a
mad dash to reach them, falling back at the sight of the largest
wolf he had ever seen. The back of the beast was the height of a
grown horse, its yellow eyes the size of two men's fists. It was
only a few yards away from the Ihalmiut, its body crouching as it
prepared to attack. Long strings of saliva dripped from its huge
fangs as it hungered for the taste of their flesh in its mouth. The
man who had been threatened by death many times while hunting the
mighty whales could not speak because of the terror climbing up his
throat and pulling back his tongue. There were no creatures that
the Seal Hunters had ever faced that could compare with the one
before him now.
From the beach to the store, introduce beginning readers to various
locations! Using colorful, clear images, and informational text,
children are encouraged to recognize all the places they go.
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The Word Collector
(Paperback)
Peter H. Reynolds; Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds
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From a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator comes an
inspiring picture book about the power of words. Some people
collect stamps. Some people collect coins. Some people collect art.
And Jerome? Jerome collected words . . . In this illustrated
picture book from Peter H. Reynolds, a little boy discovers the
magic of the words all around him -- short and sweet words,
complicated words, words that stand out. But one day his carefully
curated collection of words gets messy, and that's when Jerome
discovers that words that connect, transform and empower. So Jerome
starts using his words, and that's when they become powerful. Named
an Outstanding Literary Work for Children by the NAACP The perfect
gift for curious little ones learning how to spell and new words
From the creator of The Dot, I Am Human, and Happy Dreamer comes a
celebration of finding your own words -- and the impact you can
have when you share them with the world. "Celebrates individuality,
self-expression, and the joys of being a dreamer... a liberating
validation of dreaming as restorative, comforting, and powerful,
while giving kids full license to be themselves" -- Publishers
Weekly
Kate Pankhurst, descendent of Emmeline Pankhurst, is back with a brand new wildly brilliant and accessible book about incredible women in the world of work.
What do you want to be when you grow up? It's a BIG question that everyone is asked from an early age. Discover eye-opening facts about a collection of go-getting women who have pioneered careers in a kaleidoscope of different industries. Join scientists, doctors, athletes, hot-air balloonists and more, journey back in time with these brave, bold and brilliant women and discover that anything is possible when you make the most of YOUR talents.
Prepare yourself for a celebration of women who opened doors and made it possible for more women to achieve amazing things today. Overflowing with beautiful illustrations and astounding facts, Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders is the perfect introduction to just a few of the most incredible women who helped shaped the world we live in.
List of women featured: Junko Tabei, Sophie Blanchard, Maria Merian, Elizabeth Magie, the London Matchgirls, Rosa May Billinghurst, Katherine Johnson, Annette Kellerman, Katia Krafft, Rosalind Franklin, James Barry, Madam C.J. Walker, Lotte Reiniger.
A letter of sisterhood to Malala Yousafzai expressing the belief
that every girl has the right to go to school. This beautiful
collection of photographs from international agency Plan brings
together its "Because I am a Girl" message with the powerful
presence of Malala Yousafzai. After being shot for the simple act
of going to school in her native Pakistan, Malala has become an
international girls' rights icon and a contender for the Nobel
Peace Prize.
The book is written as a letter from girls around the world to
Malala, as they express their sympathy, sisterhood and admiration
for her. These girls, too, know the barriers that stand in the way
of a girl going to school. For some it is poverty, for others,
early marriage, discrimination or violence. In Malala, they
recognize a leader and a friend. A powerful tool for social justice
education and for commemorating July 12, Malala's birthday,
recognized by the UN as Malala Day and celebrated around the world.
A portion of proceeds will go to Plan's Because I am a Girl
campaign.
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Ada Lovelace, Volume 10
(Hardcover)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Zafouko Yamamoto
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Meet Ada Lovelace, the British mathematician and daughter of poet
Lord Byron. Part of the beloved Little People, BIG DREAMS series,
this inspiring and informative little biography follows the
colourful life of Lord Byron's daughter, from her early love of
logic, to her plans for the world's first computer program. As a
child, Ada had a big imagination and a talent for mathematics. She
grew up in a noble household in England, where she dedicated
herself to studying. Her work with the famous inventor, Charles
Babbage, on a very early kind of computer made her the world's
first computer programmer. This moving book features stylish and
quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a
biographical timeline with historical images and a detailed profile
of the mathematician's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a
bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the
lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to
scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things,
yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series
offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of
formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for
reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present
expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you
to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning
cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even
more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to
children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who
will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
Get ready for a walking tour like no other - all from the comfort
of your sofa! This seriously streetwise guide is packed with themed
trails, from food and festivals to music, art and sport, that
reveal amazing facts and intriguing tales you won't find on the
tourist routes. In City Trails: Barcelona, join Lonely Planet
explorers Marco and Amelia as they hunt for more secrets, stories
and surprises in another of the world's great cities. You'll
discover human pyramids, dancing eggs, a witch school, and lots
more! Themed trails include: Legends From Long Ago Animal Land
Delicioso! Gaudi Town Street Shows Watery Way Let's Go! Winning
City Musical Marvels Perfect Parks City of Art High Time Barcelona
Style City Surprises Spotted in the Streets Spooky Stuff Also
available: City Trails - London, Paris, New York City, Rome, Tokyo,
Sydney, Washington DC and Singapore About Lonely Planet Kids:
Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel
authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over
the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global
community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for
exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and
encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the
world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature,
history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of
global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in
a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
A biography examining the life of Benjamin Franklin and his
leadership as a statesman, scientist, inventor, and printer.
Written in graphic-novel format.
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