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Books > Children's & Educational > Life skills & personal awareness, general studies > Personal, health & social education (PHSE)
A high-stakes adventure story full of heart from debut author
Varsha Shah, featuring charming illustrations from Sonia Albert!
'Full of colour and energy ... bravo' JAMILA GAVIN 'Utterly
charming, inspiring and gripping ... An absolute must-read!' KIERAN
LARWOOD 'Ajay is the most intrepid young reporter since Tintin,
caught up in a gutsy and moral adventure to find and tell the
truth. This sensational debut is full of outrage but full of warmth
and friendship too.' KEITH GRAY 'Exhilarating and heartwarming - a
story that shows the true power of the pen. Shah's tremendous
talent shines on every page.' CARLIE SOROSIAK Abandoned on the
Mumbai railways, Ajay has grown up with nothing but a burning wish
to be a journalist. Finding an abandoned printing press, he and his
friends Saif, Vinod, Yasmin and Jai create their own newspaper: The
Mumbai Sun. As they hunt down stories for their paper, the children
uncover corruption, fight for justice and battle to save their slum
from bulldozers. But against some of the most powerful forces in
the city, can Ajay and his friends really succeed in bringing the
truth to light? Not to mention win the most important cricket match
ever ... A high-stakes adventure story full of heart, written
against the backdrop of modern India: Emil and the Detectives meets
Slumdog Millionaire Winner of the Times/Chicken House Children's
Fiction Competition 2020 Wonderfully illustrated by Sonia Albert
and starring a lovable ensemble cast of characters Tackles tough
topics such as social justice and truth in journalism with a
lightness of touch
Discover all the forms kindness can take! Fifty unique games,
crafts and mindfulness activities help kids develop empathy and
respect for themselves, their loved ones and the wider world.
Written by preschool mindfulness experts Dr. Helen Maffini and
Whitney Stewart, the cards include hands-on solo and group
activities perfect for home or classroom use and beyond.
Don't worry, be happy! A vibrant and fun story book, Don't Worry,
Murray! helps guide young minds towards a calmer and more positive
outlook It's Murray the dog's first day at his new school and he
can't wait to start his next BIG adventure. That's until he begins
to worry! Luckily, Hoots the owl is here to guide Murray over the
Worry Hill and help him overcome his fears. This encouraging and
thoughtful book includes practical steps to help children learn
calming breathing techniques, and to show them the benefits of
mindfulness and positive thinking. With the help of the main
characters, your child will learn how to tackle their worries, and
bring them calmly under control. This book is entertaining,
engaging and easy to follow for readers aged 4 to 7. The enchanting
illustrations help to bring the story to life, and the lovable
characters help young minds connect to the story's overall message.
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