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Celebrating new ideas that can make a world of difference, Jorn's
Magnificent Imagination is the true story of Jorn Utzon, the
architect of the world-renowned Sydney Opera House. Was it a
sailboat, a seashell, a swan or an orange peel that inspired Jorn
to design Australia's most recognisable building? In this
gorgeously illustrated story, we follow Jorn through childhood as
he discovers his love of building and creating, gathering ideas
from everything around himself. When he grows bigger, so do his
ideas, and something begins to take shape... can you guess what it
might be? Jorn's story is about embracing dreams, believing in your
own abilities, and the power of new ideas. Written in honour of the
50th anniversary of the opening of the Sydney Opera House, it is
also a topical springboard for educators and families into how the
iconic landmark came to be. In celebrating the incredibly talented
Jorn Utzon, it shows children that there are no limits to what they
might achieve if they follow their dreams. In a world of screens
and busyness, Jorn's Magnificent Imagination is an important
reminder of the joy in taking the time to dream and create, a
reminder which might just benefit children and their carers alike.
Charming and heart-warming, it will enthral and inspire young
readers, encouraging them to look at the world around them and use
their imagination to its full potential.
This is My Dad celebrates families of all shapes and sizes in a
heartfelt, beautifully illustrated story that parents and carers
will love sharing with their children. Most of the time, Leo loves
Show and Tell at school. But when his teacher announces that next
up is Tell Us About Your Dad Day, his tummy ties into knots and he
tries to disappear into the corner of the classroom. His classmates
can't wait but all Leo can think is ... 'how can I celebrate
someone I've never met?' Leo is an only child living with his
mother, and has never known a father figure. His mother is his
hero: as a children's author, she spends most of her time battling
monsters and creating awesome new worlds! When Tell Us About Your
Dad Day comes around, Leo worries that he won't have anything to
present to his class. After fruitlessly searching high and low for
clues about his father, he realises that he already knows someone
cool, courageous and clever - someone who's not his dad, but is his
everything. This is My Dad is a timely, important and heart-warming
look at modern family dynamics. It highlights that families come in
all shapes and sizes, and they are all worthy of celebration. With
one in four children in the UK living with a single parent, and 90%
of those parents being a woman, Leo's family situation will
resonate with millions of children, and will provide a valuable
insight for millions more.
Most children would say that the ocean is blue, but when Bowen
looks at it he sees white where the waves crash, deep black on the
ocean floor, and green when there's a storm. He wonders whether
fireflies are hot, and notices how the brushstrokes of a painting
tell a story too. Bowen sees the world differently to other
children and struggles to fit in. How will he find his place in the
world? The Incredibly Busy Mind of Bowen Bartholomew Crisp follows
the life of Bowen through school and beyond. At every stage, he
finds that he doesn't fit in with his peers, but this eventually
becomes his greatest strength. Through thinking differently, he is
able to solve problems that no one else could. After all, just
because something can't be mended the same as it was, why can't it
be mended differently? A very personal story, Bowen's tale is
sensitively written and full of colourful, lively illustrations. It
aims to offer hope to children who haven't yet found their place in
life by showing them that being 'normal' might just be overrated,
and that to find success in life we should be valuing our
differences. Children, carers, teachers and psychologists alike
will find inspiration in this tale of embracing diversity and
engaging our full potential. It is a vital reminder that the
strength and uniqueness of every child should be encouraged to help
them find their place in the world and flourish!
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Amira's Suitcase (Hardcover)
Vikki Conley; Illustrated by Nicky Johnston
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R516
R437
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Under the Same Sky (Paperback)
Robert Vescio; Illustrated by Nicky Johnston
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R221
R181
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My dad says I can choose a pet, but Im not sure which pet to get. A
dog, a cat, a fish, a rat? How can Piper pick the perfect pet when
there are so many appealing possibilities?
Flick is just like any other youngster. She loves to chase
butterflies and jump in autumn leaves. But life at the end of
Holyrood Lane is often violent and unpredictable due to the
constant storms that plague her home, causing her to cringe with
dread and flee whenever they strike. Flick tries her best to quell
her fears and endure the storms' persistent wrath until, one day,
with nowhere left to hide Flick summons the courage to face her
fears by asking for help to overcome them. At the End of Holyrood
Lane provides a sensitive glimpse into one aspect of domestic
violence and how it can affect young lives. Designed to be visually
arresting, emotionally incisive, and ultimately uplifting, it is a
tale of anxiety shown through the eyes of a small child with an
intense dislike for thunderstorms - a fear shared by many young
children. This clever duality of meaning is able to evoke a gentle
awareness for young readers who may be suffering their own domestic
torment but who are too scared or unsure of how to seek help and
shelter from their own storms, whatever their nature. This is the
second book by the acclaimed author-illustrator team of Dimity
Powell and Nicky Johnston, who specialise in handling difficult
subjects with sensitivity and hope.
My dad says I can choose a pet, but Im not sure which pet to get. A
dog, a cat, a fish, a rat? How can Piper pick the perfect pet when
there are so many appealing possibilities?
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Upside-Down Friday (Hardcover)
Lana Spasevski; Illustrated by Nicky Johnston
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R355
R293
Discovery Miles 2 930
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Hugo the monkey doesn't like Upside-Down Fridays. The day is the
wrong way round; lunchtime is at morning teatime, and all his
classmates' smiles look like frowns. How will Hugo learn to tame
the butterflies in his tummy and find the fun to be had in change?
Upside-Down Friday tells the story of the day Hugo embraces the
unexpected. Walking to school, anxious thoughts swirl in his head.
When he arrives, the day and his routine are as upside-down as he
had feared. However, Maddie the giraffe knows how to help, and
reassures Hugo that things won't always be this scary. With this
small gesture of friendship and understanding, Hugo begins to feel
braver, reflecting how making new friendships, helping others, and
accepting change can help reduce childhood anxiety and build
resilience. With its universal animal-kingdom setting, the story
has likable characters who will resonate with all pre-schoolers and
lower primary-aged school children who feel nervous about change.
The emotive language and unique 'upside-down' illustrations make
Upside-Down Friday relatable, immersive and accessible; an
excellent resource for opening the conversation about anxiety and
teaching strategies to cope with it. Young children's lives are
full of big, scary changes like going to school and making new
friends. Help them to build emotional resilience, and find the fun
in days that don't go to plan!
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Brave Danny (Paperback)
Robin Adolphs; Illustrated by Nicky Johnston
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R403
R348
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Olivia and her dog Barkley are inseparable. He's her sidekick, her
partner in crime-fighting, doing good deeds, and sniffing out
clues. They're the perfect pair. But one day, Barkley has to slow
down and retire from being Olivia's sidekick. Olivia tries to keep
on fighting crime, but it's just not the same without her trusty
companion. Then, Barkley is gone, leaving Olivia heartbroken! She
misses her friend so much that she dreads falling asleep because
she doesn't want to wake up without Barkley. She struggles to think
how she can keep being a superhero without her sidekick in tow.
Gradually, however, she realises that Barkley wouldn't want her to
be unhappy for the rest of her life. Find out how Olivia learns to
be happy again, while always remembering Barkley and the wonderful
adventures they had together. A heartwarming tale about love and
loss, Saying Goodbye to Barkley will help any children who are
struggling after losing a pet, or someone close to them. Its
beautiful illustrations will captivate young minds, while its
loving and caring message will help them feel better in the
toughest of times. Follow Olivia's story to see how she managed to
stay positive by caring about others and keeping her heart open!
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