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A beautiful, celebratory and joyful book of bedtime stories.
Written and illustrated by Black creators, with a foreword by
Candice Brathwaite, Bedtime Stories showcases a curated collection
of tales from Black history, based on important figures and events
from around the world. Each story is the ideal length to read at
bedtime as well as any moment when young readers are looking for an
inspirational read! Features one young reader's winning entry from
the Cocoa Boy and Cocoa Girl magazines competition An empowering
and celebratory gift Perfect for any child wanting to learn more
about history's untold stories A beautiful keepsake book - a gift
for a lifetime Written by Ify Adenuga, Ryan Crawford, Alex
Falase-Koya, Mahamed Hashi, Ashley Hickson-Lovence, Nansubuga
Isdahl, Jade Mutyora, Reggie Nelson and Wendy Shearer. Illustrated
by Lucy Farfort, Anastasia Magloire Williams, Jade Orlando, Amanda
Quartey, Paul Kellam and Richy Sanchez Alaya.
These delightful tales can be a sit around, a fun time, or even
bedtime stories written in the spirit of traditional good values
and morals we learn daily. I'll bring the hot chocolate; you read
the book as we all sit around the fireplace. After all; every heart
loves a good ol' fable or two. Put on your listening ears and enjoy
~ The Message of Tales Never Told.
A classic collection of tales to tell children of about four,
featuring beloved characters and lively stories, by Michael Bond,
Jill Barklem, Anne Fine amongst others, chosen by children's book
expert, Julia Eccleshare. Paddington Bear has a magical moment, the
animals of Brambly Hedge are struggling at the dusty mill: Lara's
godmother sorts out a noisy lion and Rapunzel is rescued from the
tower... These classic stories are wonderful to share and enjoy
with your child at any time of the year, or would make the perfect
birthday gift.
The exciting life story of John Muir--who sailed to America as a
boy and ended up changing the world; told for the first time in a
graphic novel.John Muir led an adventurous life, starting with his
wild and playful boyhood in Scotland to his legendary exploits in
America, where he became an inventor, a global explorer, and the
first modern environmentalist; and even became friends with a
president! His heart was always in the outdoors and he aimed to
experience all he could. Most importantly, though, John Muir told
the world about the wonders of nature. His words made a difference
and inspired people in many countries to start protecting planet
Earth--and they still do. Winner! 2019 National Outdoor Book
Awards, Children's Category A Junior Library Guild Selection 2019
Eureka Honor Book from the California Reading Association!
A comforting story tonight for a happy day tomorrow . . . A
gorgeous gift to treasure for years to come, this collection of
bedtime stories is brimming with hope and positivity as an antidote
to the at times challenging world we live in. Fabulously
illustrated by Sarah McIntyre, the stories promote modern-day
messages of inclusivity, acceptance and bravery in the face of
adversity. With brand new stories from: Aisha Bushby, Ann Jungman,
Ayesha Braganza, Claire Barker, Emma Carroll, Hannah Lee, Ingrid
Persaud, Kate Saunders, Kieran Larwood, Lou Kuenzler, Lucy Farfort,
Martyn Ford, Michael Mann, Natasha Farrant, Pip Jones, Rashmi
Sirdeshpande and Reba Khatun.
Leon is an ordinary kid who becomes extraordinary when he fights a
supervillain to save his school! In the city where Leon lives,
superheroes - and supervillains - are commonplace. So how does an
ordinary kid like Leon, who has no superpowers himself, become the
superhero he wants to be? When all his classmates suddenly become
obsessed with a new phone app that turns them into zombies, Leon
gets his chance to prove that using his brain and following his
heart can save the day. Perfect for fans of New Kid and The
IncrediblesZingy full colour artwork throughout! The first graphic
novel in this action-packed, heartfelt, and joyously funny series
by Jamar Nicholas reminds readers that when it comes to being a
hero, you just need to believe in yourself
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Swim Team
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Johnnie Christmas; Illustrated by Johnnie Christmas
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"Combines wonderful characters and history to create a story that
will make you want to dive right in!" JERRY CRAFT, author of the
Newbery Medal-winning New Kid A splashy, contemporary middle grade
graphic novel from bestselling comics creator Johnnie Christmas!
Bree can't wait for her first day at her new middle school, Enith
Brigitha, home to the Mighty Manatees-until she's stuck with the
only elective that fits her schedule, the dreaded Swim 101. The
thought of swimming makes Bree more than a little queasy, yet she's
forced to dive headfirst into one of her greatest fears. Lucky for
her, Etta, an elderly occupant of her apartment building and former
swim team captain, is willing to help. With Etta's training and a
lot of hard work, Bree suddenly finds her swim-crazed community
counting on her to turn the school's failing team around. But
that's easier said than done, especially when their rival, the
prestigious Holyoke Prep, has everything they need to leave the
Mighty Manatees in their wake. Can Bree defy the odds and guide her
team to a state championship, or have the Manatees swum their last
lap-for good? Praise for SWIM TEAM: Harvey Award Best Children's or
Young Adult Book Nominee "A revelation! You'll root for Swim
Team-the water is just right." -JOHN JENNINGS, New York Times
bestselling and Eisner Award-winning creator "Swim Team is a
beautiful story about trying new things. Johnnie Christmas is a
fantastic storyteller and artist." -KAZU KIBUISHI, author of Amulet
"Full of charm, heart, and pulse-pounding races. A winner!" -GENE
LUEN YANG, author of American Born Chinese and Dragon Hoops
Step back in time for a prehistoric adventure! Eager, young
velociraptor Mateo Raptor has made an interesting find during his
class's archaeological dig. He presents the odd, rectangular object
to his uncle, Dr Raptor, an ambitious scientist. Inside the shiny
slab is a clue about the destiny of long-lost, world-famous
scientist Ernie Stegosaur. This find leads Mateo, Dr Raptor and the
doctor's lab assistant, Darby, on a fascinating journey to the
centre of the Earth!
Meet Stuntboy. He's the newest superhero in town. Or at least in
his own head. He'll save you from baddies like Herbert Singletary
The Worst and the Frets. Or at least he'll TRY to. And maybe
someone will end up saving him too... From two superheroes, 2021
CILIP Carnegie Medal winning author Jason Reynolds and super
illustrator Raul the Third, comes a never-before-seen tale
featuring acts of daring and courage... and one mysterious cat.
In 2007, Diary of a Wimpy Kid was published, introducing readers to
Greg Heffley and his family, his best friend Rowley Jefferson, and
the dreaded Cheese Touch. More than 250 million copies later, Diary
of a Wimpy Kid has become a beloved book all around the world. and
now, for the first time ever, Greg's diary - um, make that journal
- is coming to life in a full-colour, 3D animated Disney+
production. Whether you're meeting Greg for the first time or
you're a lifelong fan of Jeff Kinney's hilarious series, you'll
love diving into the Wimpy Kid universe.
THE END OF THE DREAM? Foul Playis the second book in the
football-tastic Roy of the Rovers Graphic Novel series. Part of the
first season, this exciting series is written by award-winning
comics writer Rob Williams.With a stunning super-strike against
premier English club Tynecaster, Roy Race announced himself to the
footballing world. Melchester Rovers fans thought a saviour had
arrived to lift them out of lowly League Two, and the agents came
calling, sensing a new cash cow on the scene. But a lot of things
can go wrong on a football pitch. Injuries can happen to anyone -
even Roy of the Rovers. Is Roy's career over before it's even
begun? Will he ever play in front of the Mel Park faithful again?
And can Rovers make it to the playoff finals without him? The
dramatic footballing adventure of Roy Race continues! Enjoyed this
title? Pick up Play-Offs next to continue the story! Praise for the
Roy of the Rovers series: EPIC! - Match of the Day Magazine I love
the way that they are about so much more than football: they are
about heart, values and family. Both graphic novel and fiction
titles are compelling, engaging and a lot of fun. Lace up and get
reading. - Jim Sells, Programme manager for Sport & Literacy,
National Literacy Trust. Read with my 7 year old who is football
mad, really enjoyed it and left us wanting to read the next one in
the series! - GoodReads Review
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