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The Wild Outside (Hardcover)
Rachel Ip; Illustrated by Katie Hickey
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Tulip loves being outside. She loves puddles and pinecones, flowers
and feathers, and her pockets are full of nature's treasure. But
Tulip is desperate to know more about the things she sees and finds
on her daily walk ... "What is this fruit... this plant... this
seed?" "What is this tree... this leaf... this reed?" So, when
Tulip finds a nature trail drawn in chalk on the street outside her
house, she is delighted to discover the names and uses of all her
favourite trees, plants, and flowers. Then one day, she comes home
to find a carefully wrapped present waiting on her doorstep ... A
book of nature from around the world. Every day, Tulip learns more
and more about nature, but who is creating the nature trail? With
names and facts given for every tree, plant and flower Tulip
discovers, this beautifully illustrated book encourages children to
stop, notice, name and celebrate the nature that can be found in
their surroundings - and beyond. Because just outside your own
front door, there is a whole world of nature to explore.
We breathe deep and expand like the galaxy, We breathe out many
thousands of stars, And if ever we start to feel panicky, This
reminds us of just who we are. The perfect soothing read for quiet
time, Happy gently encourages young readers to explore their
emotions and the beautiful world around them, with stunning
illustrations and thought-provoking rhymes on every page. Lyrical,
emotive language encourages your child to step back and really
appreciate their life within the moment. From savouring the taste
of every meal to taking time to explore new places, there are so
many ways we can slow down and find happiness. This beautiful
poetry combined with ideas for how to practice mindfulness in the
real world make this a wonderful introduction to finding inner
peace. Katie Hickey's gentle, charismatic illustrations take
readers on a journey to a place of happiness and calm, with bright
and uplifting colours and comforting scenes of nature and home. A
great read for little ones who enjoyed Slow Down by Freya Hartas
(Magic Cat Publishing) or Here We Are by Oliver Jeffers (Harper
Collins Children's).
Once upon a silent night, a stable stood. A star shone bright. It
is midnight on Christmas Eve, and a child is about to be born in a
stable. How can the creatures help? First, the cow offers up his
manger, and the donkey gives his hay. The doves will sing the babe
to sleep, the trees will watch over him, and the moon will fill his
dreams with silver light. It's a moment of magic, as a little child
enters the world and brings with him the most precious gift of all:
love. A beautiful and timeless retelling of the nativity story,
with a lyrical rhyming text and luminous illustrations, this book
is the perfect Christmas gift.
'From the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge to building on the
moon, this utterly fascinating and visually stunning book is sure
to build sky-scraping curiosity in young engineers' Kate Pankhurst,
author of the Fantastically Great Women series 'I adored reading
How Was That Built? with my son. The fascinating facts and huge
detailed pictures led to lots of interesting conversations for both
of us. You will never take buildings for granted again!' David
Walliams, comedian and children's author As seen on Steph's Packed
Lunch and featured in Cerys Matthew's BBC Radio 6 Music show and
'The Dreams We Live Inside' on BBC Radio 4 Join Roma Agrawal, the
award-winning structural engineer who worked on The Shard, for an
exciting behind-the-scenes look at some of the world's most amazing
landmarks. Meet the extraordinary people who challenged our beliefs
about what's possible, pioneering remarkable inventions that helped
build the Brooklyn Bridge in the US, the Pantheon in Italy, the
Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the Shard in England and the Sapporo Dome in
Japan. Discover the ingenious methods engineers have come up with
to enable us to build underground, underwater, on ice and even in
space. And learn about the impact different forces and materials
can have on a structure by carrying out your own engineering
experiments from the 'Try it at Home' sections. Beautiful and
detailed illustrations by Katie Hickey, including cross-sections,
skylines and close-ups of engineering techniques in action, provide
unique and illuminating perspectives of our most awe-inspiring
constructions. Get ready to see the built world around you like
never before! 'Exploring this beautiful book feels like having a
conversation with Roma, full of expert insight and fascinating
detail. With playful illustrations, stacks of brand-new information
and plenty of context - this is children's non-fiction at its best'
Isabel Thomas, science writer and author of Moth and Fox 'Skilfully
illustrated and filled with remarkable details, this book is a
treat for any young engineer. Roma's breadth of knowledge and
genuine passion shines through every page. It's simply beautiful'
Angela Saini, science journalist and author 'Open this book at any
page and you are immediately sucked into the fascination of how
things work - a wonderful achievement and a beautiful one too' Mark
Miodownik, materials engineer, broadcaster and author of Stuff
Matters 'How Was That Built? is a brilliant and essential book ...
Hopefully schools and libraries will purchase the book in big
numbers because it deserves to be widely read and discussed. I also
think it will do a lot to encourage young people to consider a
career in construction' Infrastructure-Intelligence.com
A heart-warming family tale based on the real story of a musical
teddy bear, featured on best-loved TV show, The Repair Shop. Sue
has always longed for a sister so when her parents tell her they
are adopting a little girl from Hong Kong she is over the moon with
excitement. When Kwai arrives, her new surroundings feel strange
and unfamiliar and, despite Sue's attempts to help, Kwai finds it
difficult to settle into her new home. Then, one day, Sue has a
wonderful idea and buys Kwai a very special gift - a musical teddy
bear - that Kwai falls in love with instantly. For Kwai, the bear
represents the start of her life in the UK and now, in The Repair
Shop, Kwai hopes that the team can restore the beloved bear for her
to relive the treasured memories from her childhood.
Matthew Henson was simply an ordinary man. That was, until
Commander Robert E. Peary entered his life, and offered him a
chance at true adventure. Henson would become navigator, craftsman,
translator, and right-hand man on a treacherous journey to the
North Pole. Defying the odds and the many prejudices that faced him
to become a true pioneer. This is his incredible and often untold
story. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic
readers aged 8+
From the horrors of the slave trade to a book that changed the
world, Catherine Johnson celebrates the incredible life of Olaudah
Equiano in this gripping true story. Born in what is now Nigeria in
1745, Olaudah Equiano's peaceful childhood was brought to an abrupt
end when he was captured and enslaved aged 11. He spent much of the
next ten years of his life at sea, seeing action in the Seven
Years' War. When he was finally able to buy his freedom, he went on
to become a prominent member of the abolition movement and in 1789
published one of the first books by a Black African writer. Journey
Back to Freedom focuses on Equiano's early life, demonstrating the
resilience of the human spirit and one man's determination to be
free.
Step into The Repair Shop in this magical Christmas children's tale
about a very special doll. When little Susan is evacuated from
wartime London and sent to live with a family in the countryside,
she doesn't hold much hope for the months ahead. Then, on Christmas
morning, she is given a doll and Susan thinks this must be the best
present she has ever had. Yet standing here in The Repair Shop,
thinking back on her childhood, she realizes that in fact the
greatest gift was the kindness bestowed upon her and her ability to
remember it always as she holds her precious doll close to her.
A gorgeous 20th anniversary hardback jacketed gift edition of Eva
Ibbotson's award-winning, bestselling classic adventure. Fully
illustrated in colour throughout by Katie Hickey. 'The most perfect
children's book . . . captivatingly told, funny and moving' -
Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times A joyous Amazon adventure set in the
lush nature of Brazil, Journey to the River Sea is filled with
mystery and extraordinary characters. It's perfect for girls and
boys of 9+. Maia, an orphan, can't wait to reach her distant
relatives a thousand miles up the Amazon. She imagines a loving
family with whom she will share great adventures. Instead she finds
two spiteful cousins who see the jungle as the enemy and refuse to
go outdoors. But the wonders of the rainforest more than make up
for the hideous twins and their parents. And when Maia meets a
mysterious boy who lives alone on the wild river shores, she begins
a spectacular journey to the heart of an extraordinary and
beautiful new world. Winner of the Smarties Gold Medal. Shortlisted
for the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread Award (now the Costa).
From the acclaimed author of Bartali's Bicycle comes the inspiring
story of violin virtuoso Isaac Stern and his mission to save the
beloved Carnegie Hall from demolition. When Carnegie Hall first
opened its doors in 1891, no one could have predicted its
incredible success. With talented artists like Duke Ellington and
Albert Einstein gracing its stage, the hall quickly became a place
where all people-no matter their skin color, religion, or social
status-could come together under one roof to be entertained. People
like Isaac Stern. The son of Jewish immigrants who fled war-torn
Ukraine for America to escape the Holocaust, Isaac was a talented
violinist whose dream of one day performing on Carnegie Hall's
legendary stage came true, many times over. So when a real estate
tycoon sets out to demolish Carnegie Hall, Isaac knew something had
to be done to preserve decades of hopes, dreams, and inclusivity.
Author Megan Hoyt and illustrator Katie Hickey tell the true story
of one man's fight to save a historical landmark whose timeless
symbol of equality will forever stand the test of time.
Every day of December brings a delightful new Christmas tradition
in this keepsake advent book. Each flap on the cover of the book
reveals a clue to a festive activity that can be found inside the
pages. It might be a recipe for a delicious homemade treat,
instructions for a cozy craft, a game to play, a carol to sing, or
a beautifully illustrated story to read with the whole family. This
inviting twist on the traditional advent calendar is perfect for
families who love to put their own spin on celebrating the
holidays, offering fun-filled activities that can be fondly shared
together year after year.
Once upon a silent night, a stable stood. A star shone bright. It
is midnight on Christmas Eve, and a child is about to be born in a
stable. How can the creatures help? First, the cow offers up his
manger, and the donkey gives his hay. The doves will sing the babe
to sleep, the trees will watch over him, and the moon will fill his
dreams with silver light. It's a moment of magic, as a little child
enters the world and brings with him the most precious gift of all:
love. A beautiful and timeless retelling of the nativity story,
with a lyrical rhyming text and luminous illustrations, this book
is the perfect Christmas gift.
Step into the The Repair Shop in this heart-warming tale about a
very special toy bus. Elsie and her little brother, David, love
watching the red buses that drive past. David longs to be able to
toddle up to see them a little closer, but he has cerebral palsy
and finds it difficult to stand. One day, Elsie has an idea to buy
David a beautiful, big red bus to play with and encourage him take
his very first steps. And now, in The Repair Shop, Elsie hopes that
the team can restore the beloved bus ready for her little grandson
to take part in the magic of his first steps. A heart-warming
family tale based on the real story of a very special toy bus,
featured on best-loved TV show, The Repair Shop.
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