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A bold and simple colouring book to help you relax, unwind and be more Moomin!

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Escape to Moominvalley with The Moomin Colouring Book.This stylish, unique and relaxing colouring book features original artwork from the coveted archive of Tove Jansson, creator of the Moomins; one of the most cherished children''s book series ever written.Beautifully designed, this contemporary colouring book features striking patterns and scenes as well as all your favourite Moomin characters and their most memorable quotes.The perfect gift for Moomin fans!

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A is for Adventure! Come on an adventure to the wonderful world of Moominvalley, introduced for the first time through the letters of the alphabet. Meet all the most famous and beloved characters from Moominvalley, from brave, adventurous Moomintroll to sparky and mischievous Little My and thoughtful, philosophical Snufkin. Each letter from A to Z is represented by Using Tove Jansson's classic artwork with a bright, bold colour palette and newly-created lettering based on her archive drawings. Alongside the eye-catching artwork is easy-to-read text for little Moomin fans plus quotes from the original Moomin books, perfect for reading aloud.Part of Reading, Writing and the Moomins, a global Moomin initiative designed to help spread love and happiness through the joys of reading and writing. Moomin ABC: An Alphabet Book showcases Moominvalley as you’ve never seen it before – a gorgeous book to treasure and read over and over again, and the perfect present for any Moomin fan.Moomin fans should also look out for The Moomin 123: An Illustrated Counting Book.

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1 Moomin, round and white . . .Take a journey through Moominvalley and count the colourful characters along the way! Tove Jansson's classic artwork is sensitively and beautifully adapted along with with beautiful, bold illustrations and newly-created numbers based on her archive drawings. Alongside the eye-catching artwork is easy-to-read text for first Moomin fans, in charming gentle rhyme, plus quotes from the original Moomin stories – perfect for reading aloud.This title is part of Reading, Writing and the Moomins, a global Moomin initiative designed to help spread love and happiness through the joys of reading and writing. The Moomin 123: An Illustrated Counting Book showcases Moominvalley as you’ve never seen it before – a gorgeous gift book to treasure and read over and over again.Publishing alongside The Moomin ABC: An Illustrated Alphabet Book, this pair of titles are a stunning introduction to Moominvalley – perfect for a special gift purchase or for any Moomin fan.

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A brilliant collection of stories based on the heroes and villains of Norse Mythology, hand-picked and collected together in this gorgeous gift treasury.Delve into the world of gods, giants and monsters, as you sit atop Air Throne and survey the kingdom of Asgard. With magnificent colour and line-work illustrations from artists such as Charles Brock, Arthur Rackham and Helen Stratton, and a foreword from award-winning author Michael Morpurgo, this special book is a timeless gift to treasure for fans of Norse Mythology, new and old.Inspired by over 175 years of publishing history it also contains an illustrated account of the authors and artists behind Macmillan''s original story collections, first published in the 1800s and early 1900s. A sumptuous 320 page gift hardback, complete with a foiled cut-through cover, foiled edges and a ribbon marker, The Macmillan Collection of Norse Myths is a book to share and treasure.The companion book to The Macmillan Fairy Tales Collection and The Macmillan Collection of Greek Myths.

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Come and meet the Chocolate Rabbit Family in this cute story from the world of Sylvanian Families.Welcome to the Red Roof Country Home! Come inside to meet Freya and her family, who are getting ready to throw a special party for all their friends. Along the way, lift the flaps to explore rooms, peek into cupboards and peer behind doors. There are all kinds of wonderful things to find! And can you spot Freya''s baby sister Crème hiding in the house?With simple text, things to spot and flaps to lift on every page, Freya''s Perfect Party is the perfect introduction for little ones to the iconic and beloved world of Sylvanian Families.Freya''s Perfect Party: A Lift-the-Flap Story is part of a range of official Sylvanian Families books, including stories, sticker books, activity books and more!

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A fantastic activity book for six-year-olds that will turn any day into a fun-filled one!This entertaining, inclusive book will occupy busy hands and curious minds, designed to dip in and out throughout the first half of the year!Filled with an incredible range of activities, puzzles and prompts that will help every child to engage with themselves and their world''s surroundings. Activities include: write your own poem, draw your lunch, crosswords and word searches, solve this riddle, draw your mood, join the dots, and much, much more!Amazing Activities: Spring and Summer is sure to keep children entertained and will amuse and challenge all creative and curious six-year-olds.

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Tumble down the rabbit-hole and join Alice on her magical adventures in Wonderland in this beautifully-illustrated, interactive picture book based on the much-loved children''s classic.Meet the mysterious Cheshire Cat, have a tea party with the Hatter and play a rather unusual game of croquet with the Queen of Hearts. Open the envelopes to discover invitations, games and more, including the White Rabbit''s fan, a gorgeous map of Wonderland, and even your very own miniature pack of cards!This interactive adaptation of Lewis Carroll''s much-loved story brings to life the classic characters and world of Wonderland. Letters from Wonderland is the perfect gift for Alice fans of all ages, and is sure to be treasured for years to come.

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Celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Moomins with this gorgeous pop-up book based on Tove Jansson''s first ever Moomin story, The Moomins and the Great Flood and bring the adventure to life in a way never seen before.It began to rain. The waters rose higher and higher until they became a great flood! Moomintroll and Moominmamma are searching for a home to curl up in for the winter. Along the way they are looking for Moominpappa, who has gone missing . . .Join the Moomins on their adventure as you turn the pages and reveal five stunning pop-up scenes. Explore a deep dark forest, play in an enchanted garden and sail on storm-tossed seas. When a great flood devastates the land, hop onto the back of a friendly marabou stork and soar across the skies. Will the Moomin family find Moominpappa and settle into a new home before winter comes?The Moomins Find a Home is the perfect gift for Moomin fans old and new and it is sure to be treasured for years to come.

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"Mamma will know what to do!"Moominmamma looks after everyone. She welcomes new visitors no matter who they are, simply setting another place at the table and making up a bed in the Moominhouse. And everything anyone could ever need is in her precious handbag – always fully stocked with sweets, tummy powder, dry socks and string.But there is more to Moominmamma than that. She is an artist, an explorer, a gardener and an adventurer. She is fearless, brave and strong – and full of surprises.The World According to Moominmamma contains quotes and illustrations from Tove Jansson''s world of Moominvalley. Explore Moominmamma’s unique yet universal approach to life in this very special collection of warm words about love, life, friendship and family – perfect for Moominous mothers everywhere and an ideal gift for Mother’s Day.

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A beautiful paperback edition of Charles Causley''s Collected Poems for Children with a foreword by poet Roger McGough and illustrated with line art by John Lawrence. This Macmillan Classics edition is a special gift to treasure, and the perfect start to a lifelong love of poetry.The poems in this collection were chosen and arranged the author. They feature a variety of subjects from funny to sad and seasons to fables – great to read aloud together.To illustrate this book, John travelled to Cornwall to meet Charles Causley. If you look carefully you will find many references to Cornwall and its history and traditions throughout the book.''Church bells ought to greet the arrival of Causley''s Collected Poems for Children . . . it is so plum-pudding-rich in delight'' – Children''s Books History Society

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An amazing guide to some of the most beloved, original, inspiring, hysterical, heart-warming, compelling, rude and downright scary books that have enchanted children the world over.In 100 Children''s Books That Inspired Our World, author Colin Salter surveys an exceptional collection of truly groundbreaking children''s books – from Mark Twain''s Tom Sawyer to the graphic novels of Dr. Seuss. All the classic children''s authors are represented with one stand-out book, plus mentions for their best-known works. Ordered chronologically, the book showcases favourite children''s books ranging from Victorian classics to modern day bestsellers.Books featured include: Alice in Wonderland, Treasure Island, Charlotte''s Web, A Series of Unfortunate Events, Matilda, Watership Down, Tales of Hans Christian Anderson, Grimms Fairy Tales, Peter Pan, A Bear Called Paddington, The Snowman, The Secret Garden, How to Train Your Dragon, Anne of Green Gables, Harry Potter, James and the Giant Peach, The Gruffalo, Mr Men, Coraline, Herge''s Adventures of TinTin, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time, Finn Family Moomintroll, Swiss Family Robinson, Heidi, The Hobbit, The Red Balloon, The Jungle Book, Mary Poppins, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, His Dark Materials, The Railway Children, Noddy, The House at Pooh Corner, The Sheep Pig, Stig of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Learn how to create effective illustrations to match children''s stories for different age groups.The art of illustration for children has a long and rich tradition, and for generations has been loved by countless readers. Illustrating Children''s Books shows you how to create beautiful artwork for children, examines the approaches taken by advanced-level students and leading artists and describes how their ideas evolve from start to finish through step-by-step sketches.- Identify the techniques used by successful children''s illustrators and get advice on how to tackle fantasy, fairy tale, realism and nature drawings- Learn tips on working in a wide variety of media and receive professional advice on illustrating for different age groups and types of publication- Discover how to interpret and enrich the text, build consistent character identities, and create vibrant settings that will stir readers'' imaginations- Find out how to create storyboards and layouts, work to brief, and present your work professionally- Explore specific examples such as picture books for little ones, storybooks for older children and educational books, with the final chapters devoted to design and typography and the business of getting published

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"A genre-bending, heart-pounding middle-grade romp into a potential future. . . . Perry''s layered approach makes for a masterpiece that feels both familiar yet wholly new." --Shelf Awareness, STARRED REVIEW"This takes getting lost in a book to a whole new level. I loved it!" --James Riley, New York Times-bestselling author of the Story Thieves series"Once you start this book, you truly can''t stop. An adventure full of cheeky charm and delightful whimsy." --Marie Lu, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Skyhunter"A fast, fun, furiously inventive, and frequently frightful read." --Geoff Rodkey, New York Times-bestselling author of the Tapper Twins series and We''re Not from HereThis clever, fast-paced adventure is a mix of the Story Thieves series and Ready Player One!Oliver Nelson has a terrible secret-he''s a thief.But he only steals books from the Garden Grove Library that are old, musty, brittle, or incomplete, like his favorite book, The Timekeeper''s Children. No one reads anymore, and surely no one will miss them, right? Wrong.The Pribbles are famous inventors of the most popular toy in the world, alternate-reality goggles. They are also book collectors who are searching for The Timekeeper''s Children, so the Pribbles hatch a plan. They invite Oliver, the last ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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_______________A pocket-sized, unmissable essay on the importance of children''s literature by the bestselling and award-winning author, Katherine Rundell._______________''It’s a very short book but it packs a real punch... A real delight'' - Financial Times''Rundell is the real deal, a writer of boundless gifts and extraordinary imaginative power whose novels will be read, cherished and reread long after most so-called “serious” novels are forgotten'' - Observer''Rundell''s pen is gold-tipped'' - Sunday Times_______________Katherine Rundell – Fellow of All Souls College, Oxford, and prize-winning author of five novels for children – explores how children’s books ignite, and can re-ignite, the imagination; how children''s fiction, with its unabashed emotion and playfulness, can awaken old hungers and create new perspectives on the world. This delightful and persuasive essay is for adult readers.

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Create the next very hungry caterpillar, big red dog, or cat in the hat with a hand from this trusted guide In Writing Children’s Books For Dummies, you’ll learn what to write between “Once upon a time . . .” and “The End” as you dive into chapters about getting started writing, how to build great characters, and how to design a dramatic plot. On top of the technical writing advice, you’ll discover how talented illustrators work and how to find an agent. The newest edition of this popular For Dummies title even shows you how to choose a publisher—or self-publish—and how to use social media and other marketing and PR to get the word out about your new masterpiece. In the book, you’ll learn about: The fundamentals of writing for children, including common book formats and genres, and the structure of the children’s book marketCreating a spellbinding story with scene description, engaging dialogue, and a child-friendly tonePolishing your story to a radiant shine with careful editing and rewritingMaking the choice between a traditional publisher, a hybrid publisher, or self-publishingUsing the most-effective marketing and publicity techniques to get your book noticed Perfect for anyone who’s ever dreamed of creating the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Today you''re the bus driver! Your job is to get the children to school. Let''s go!Enter a world of imaginative play with this fun and immersive insight into the role of a bus driver. Children will love using their imagination to take the driver''s seat and pretend to use the bus''s controls!This book puts the reader in charge, to build self-confidence and encourage following instructions, problem solving, and teamwork. The narrative is embedded with early learning skills such as recognition of colours, shapes, and numbers. This makes it perfect to share with children as a fun way to practise these key skills, while spotting their favourite vehicles and making the sound effects. The story ends with a sense of achievement as the children are delivered to school right on time.

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The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Christian Children’s Author So you want to write a children’s book? Not just any children’s book. You want it to be tailored to the Christian market so it has kingdom significance. Or maybe you have already authored and published a children’s book in the Christian market, but you aren’t seeing the sales you had hoped. If either of these describes you, then dive into the pages of this book. Absorb the shared insights of two industry insiders as well as some of their well-published and talented colleagues. Apply their insights to your writing. Experience the satisfaction that comes from effective selling strategies. In Writing and Selling Children’s Books in the Christian Market—from Board Books to YA, learn industry insights from best-selling author Michelle Medlock Adams, whose books have sold more than four million copies, and agent and award-winning author Cyle Young. Together this dynamic duo—along with some of their well-published colleagues—share everything you need to know to write, illustrate, pitch, publish, and market your children’s or young adult book. If you’ve ever wanted to write and sell well, this book will show you how. Check them out at: michellemedlockadams.com and cyleyoung.com.

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Today you''re the digger driver! Your job is to help your team to build a house. Let''s go!Enter a world of imaginative play with this fun and immersive insight into construction vehicles. Children will love using their imagination to take the driver''s seat and pretend to use the digger''s controls to dig, move, and scoop!This book puts the reader in charge, to build self-confidence and encourage following instructions, problem solving, and teamwork. The narrative is embedded with early learning skills such as recognition of colours, shapes, and numbers. This makes it perfect to share with children as a fun way to practise these key skills, while spotting their favourite vehicles and making the sound effects. The story ends with a sense of achievement as the finished house is revealed.

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Today you''re the tractor driver! Your job is to climb aboard the tractor to help out on the farm. Let''s go!Enter a world of imaginative play with this fun and immersive insight into farm vehicles. Children will love using their imagination to take the driver''s seat and pretend to use the tractor''s controls!This book puts the reader in charge, to build self-confidence and encourage following instructions, problem solving, and teamwork. The narrative is embedded with early learning skills such as recognition of colours, shapes, and numbers. This makes it perfect to share with children as a fun way to practise these key skills, while spotting their favourite vehicles and making the sound effects. The story ends with a sense of achievement as all the jobs at the farm are completed.

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Today you''re the bin lorry driver! Your job is to collect the recycling from the town''s busy streets. Let''s go!Enter a world of imaginative play with this fun and immersive insight into the role of a bin lorry driver. Children will love using their imagination to take the driver''s seat and pretend to use the bin lorry''s controls to drive around town, operate the bin lorry''s paddle blade and empty the hopper at the recycling centre!This book puts the reader in charge, to build self-confidence and encourage following instructions, problem solving, and teamwork. The narrative is embedded with early learning skills such as recognition of colours, shapes, and numbers. This makes it perfect to share with children as a fun way to practise these key skills, while spotting their favourite vehicles and making the sound effects. The story ends with a sense of achievement as the rubbish is sorted at the recycling centre.

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Today you''re the train driver! Your job is to take the family into the city. Let''s go!Enter a world of imaginative play with this fun and immersive insight into the role of a train driver. Children will love using their imagination to take the driver''s seat and pretend to use the train''s controls to start the engine, open the doors at the station, and switch on the lights in a tunnel!This book puts the reader in charge, to build self-confidence and encourage following instructions, problem solving, and teamwork. The narrative is embedded with early learning skills such as recognition of colours, shapes, and numbers. This makes it perfect to share with children as a fun way to practise these key skills, while spotting their favourite vehicles and making the sound effects. The story ends with a sense of achievement as the passengers are safely delivered to the city.

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Squirrel and Mouse are off on holiday! But quite a lot of the other animals want to come too. Will the car be big enough to hold everyone? It''s looking like a bit of a squeeze for Squirrel in this hilarious introduction to the maths concept of capacity.With engaging artwork and a very funny story, children won''t even realize that they''re learning something while they laugh along with the animal friends!Features fun activities at the back to explore the topics further.

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Hop on board our amazing train for a fun-filled learning journey! We''re at the station and ready to go. We''re off to explore numbers, space and so much more. All aboard everyone! 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 lift off! Shoot into space on the rocket train and learn about number recognition and counting as you zoom past planets and stars! This beautifully illustrated and engaging story introduces key early learning concepts and is great to share with young children. With lots to learn, spot, count and talk about on every page, this brilliant train ride is worth taking again and again!

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Hop on board our amazing train for a fun-filled learning journey! We''re at the station and ready to go. We''re off to explore shapes, playtime and so much more. All aboard everyone!''This beautifully illustrated and engaging story introduces shape recognition, a key early learning skill. It is great to share with young children. Visit the park, the playground, the boating lake and the funfair to spot circles, squares, triangles, patterns and lots more! With lots to learn, spot, count and talk about on every page, this brilliant train ride is worth taking again and again!

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How do you go about illustrating a children's book? Where do the ideas come from? How do you illustrate a narrative? How do you get published? This book deals with these questions.

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This colorfully illustrated multicultural children''s book presents Japanese fairy tales and other folk stories—providing insight into a vibrant literary culture.For 60 years, generations of English-speaking children around the world have been enchanted by Japanese Children''s Favorite Stories—and for good reason. With such titles as "The Toothpick Warriors" and "The Rabbit Who Crossed the Sea," these 20 stories offer age-old lessons in kindness and goodness that are still riveting to children and parents alike. This 60th Anniversary Tuttle edition is proof that good stories never wear out.In this treasure trove of much-beloved Japanese children''s stories, you''ll meet charming characters drawn from folklore and passed down for generations. These tales about playful goblins with long noses, walking statues, and a delightful hero who just happens to be one-inch tall speak of the virtues of honesty, humility and hard work. What better way for a parent to teach than through stories that thrill their children!Author Florence Sakade, a pioneer of English-language publishing in Japan, has compiled so many enchanting stories, readers will have a difficult time deciding which is their favorite. The sparking illustrations by Yoshisuke Kurosaki are a visual treat that readers of all ages will enjoy! His original and stylized watercolors ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Calling all Swifties! This brand new, fully up to date book has everything that fans need to know about Taylor Swift. Follow her journey from country music sensation to global megastar. Discover the hidden meanings behind her greatest songs, find out about her life as a performer and movie star, and read all kinds of quotes and TayTay trivia.Take a quiz to see how well you know Taylor, and even work out how to adopt all her different styles. You'll even join her on her current Eras world tour, and discover the story behind this amazing international event – including best songs and most momentous moments. This is an unmissable book for anyone who loves Taylor Swift!

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The last thirty years have witnessed one of the most fertile periods in the history of children''s books: the flowering of imaginative illustration and writing, the Harry Potter phenomenon, the rise of young adult and crossover fiction, and books that tackle extraordinarily difficult subjects. The Oxford Companion to Children''s Literature provides an indispensable and fascinating reference guide to the world of children''s literature. Its 3,500 entries cover every genre from fairy tales to chapbooks; school stories to science fiction; comics to children''s hymns. Originally published in 1983, the Companion has been comprehensively revised and updated by Daniel Hahn. Over 900 new entries bring the book right up to date. A whole generation of new authors and illustrators are showcased, with books like Dogger, The Hunger Games, and Twilight making their first appearance. There are articles on developments such as manga, fan fiction, and non-print publishing, and there is additional information on prizes and prizewinners.This accessible A to Z is the first place to look for information about the authors, illustrators, printers, publishers, educationalists, and others who have influenced the development of children''s literature, as well as the stories and characters at their centre. Written both to entertain and to instruct, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Young children live in the here and now. If adults are to make a real difference to their learning they need to seize the moments when children first show curiosity, and support their next steps immediately. This book embraces the concept of planning "in the moment" and emphasises the critical role of the adult in promoting child-led learning, giving early years practitioners the confidence and insight to work and plan in the moment, and enabling the children in their care to live, learn, play and develop in the here and now.Planning in the Moment with Young Children maintains a strong link to practice, providing numerous examples of how practitioners can integrate spontaneous planning and rich adult–child interactions into their everyday practice and early years curricula. From timetabling to setting clear rules, creating enabling environments, keeping records and making use of a variety of materials, the book demonstrates the multitude of ways in which practitioners can encourage child autonomy and respond to the unique needs of each child. Examples from practice are rooted in theory, fully contextualised, and exemplified by original documentation sourced from the author’s own experiences and from a wide variety of settings.　Key features include:over 180 full colour photographs ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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This beautiful art encyclopedia charts the evolution of the greatest cultural achievements in painting, sculpture, and photography.The greatest art exhibition at your fingertips! Packed with fascinating facts, clear explanations, and stunning photography, this awe-inspiring art encyclopedia for kids aged 9-12 years takes you on a magical tour through time exploring every artistic style and movement in stunning detail. From Leonardo da Vinci''s iconic Mona Lisa to Vincent van Gogh''s spectacular The Starry Night, this art history book celebrates the lives of groundbreaking artists and their most famous art masterpieces.Get to grips with world-famous sculptures, such as the ancient Chinese Terracotta Army and Henry Moore''s beautiful bronze casts. Then find out about photography, from the development of the camera to pioneering photographers such as Johannes Vermeer and Julia Margaret Cameron. Designed for both parent and children to enjoy together, this bestselling book on art history is guaranteed to encourage a love of art through the generations.Celebrate your child''s creativity as they explore:- "Artist profiles" explore the lives & major works of key painters, sculptors, photographers, musicians, & dancers.- Our "Closer look" pages delve deeper into a work of art, highlighting technique, detail, and symbols.- Stunning double-page spreads feature important works of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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CREATIVE ACTIVITIES AND CURRICULUM FOR YOUNG CHILDREN, 11th Edition, is filled with fun, creative, and easy-to implement activities for young children. You''ll be encouraged to exercise your own creativity as well as learn how to help young children do the same. Hundreds of activities, up-to-date research, recipes, finger plays, information on how to select children''s books, and more make this book an invaluable resource for you and others planning to work creatively with children across the curriculum. This is a book you''ll want to use throughout your professional career.

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''Anyone who reads or ever read children''s books - read this. It''s a joy.'' Irish Times ''Exhilarating.'' New York Times Book Review ''Sublime.'' Peter Ackroyd, The Times ** An Evening Standard, Daily Telegraph, Independent, Guardian and Irish Times Book of the Year. ** What would you find if you went back and re-read your favourite books from childhood?In The Child That Books Built Francis Spufford revisits all those childhood obsessions: fairy tales; Where the Wild Things Are; The Lord of the Rings; The Chronicles of Narnia; Little House on the Prairie; The Wind in the Willows; The Earthsea Trilogy and more. In these treasured tales Francis Spufford discovers both delight and sadness – the thrill as worlds of imagination opened up before him mixed with the memories of a boy who retreated into books when faced with a family tragedy.

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The Wow! books are a series of modern first concept board books for today’s children! The books put little ones in the centre of the action with relatable experiences that will help foster inclusivity, empathy and discussion. Illustrated by Alberta Torres, illustrator of This Little picture book series.A book about feelings and bedtime routines that encourages children to recognise and talk about the range of emotions they feel at the end of a busy day with fun sound effects to repeat in each scene!Children will love Alberta Torres’ playful and vibrant illustrations, and noticing the similarities and differences with their own bedtime routines.

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The Wow! books are a series of modern first concept board books for today’s children! The books put little ones in the centre of the action with relatable experiences that will help foster inclusivity, empathy and discussion. Illustrated by Alberta Torres, illustrator of This Little picture book series.Wow! What A Day! is a book about all the amazing things a toddler gets up to in their day with fun sound effects to repeat in every scene.Children will love Alberta Torres’ playful and vibrant illustrations, and talking about the similarities and differences with their own daily routines.

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The Wow! board books are a series of modern first concept books for today's children. The books put little ones in the centre of the action with relatable experiences that will help foster discussion, inclusivity, and empathy. Illustrated by Alberta Torres, illustrator of This Little picture book series.

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The Wow! board books are a series of modern first concept books for today's children. The books put little ones in the centre of the action with relatable experiences that will help foster discussion, inclusivity, and empathy. Illustrated by Alberta Torres, illustrator of This Little picture book series.

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In Los Angeles during the 1940s and 1950s, Disney artists popularized illustration for children both on the big screen and in the pages of the Golden Books, a series of affordably priced children's books. These stories distilled the visual language of Disney films and brought historic and contemporary tales to life through compelling and inventive works of art. The selection of material in this book by 7 different artists reflects the variety of stylistic approaches that defined animation and illustration at the Disney studio.The book begins with an introduction to the artistic milieu that characterized the Disney studio, and each of the 10 stories is illustrated with complete original art and text.Biographies of the artists featured are included in the appendix. This hardcover anthology of vintage illustration will captivate adults and children alike. The following Disney stories are featured in the book:Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, Dumbo, Bambi, Peter and the Wolf, Once Upon a Wintertime, The Adventures of Mr.Toad, Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan

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“The ultimate literary bucket list.” —The Washington Post “If there’s a heaven just for readers, this is it.” —O, The Oprah Magazine Celebrate the pleasure of reading and the thrill of discovering new titles in an extraordinary book that’s as compulsively readable, entertaining, surprising, and enlightening as the 1,000-plus titles it recommends. Covering fiction, poetry, science and science fiction, memoir, travel writing, biography, children’s books, history, and more, 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die ranges across cultures and through time to offer an eclectic collection of works that each deserve to come with the recommendation, You have to read this. But it’s not a proscriptive list of the “great works”—rather, it’s a celebration of the glorious mosaic that is our literary heritage. Flip it open to any page and be transfixed by a fresh take on a very favorite book. Or come across a title you always meant to read and never got around to. Or, like browsing in the best kind of bookshop, stumble on a completely unknown author and work, and feel that tingle of discovery. There are classics, of course, and unexpected treasures, too. Lists to help pick and choose, like Offbeat Escapes, or A Long ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Although E. Nesbit regarded her poetry as her most important work, it is her children''s books (written ''to keep the house going'') that ensured her lasting fame and which are still enjoyed with such affection today. Her readers have their oen favourites, but the film version of THE RAILWAY CHILDREN, with Jenny Agutter as Roberta, the eldest daughter of the man unjustly sent to prison, and the Bernard Cribbins as the friendly railway porter, brought the book to a new generation of readers who love it for Roberta''s courage and the satisfaction of the ending when her father is vindicated and restored to his family. The film is regularly shown on British Television.

Objev podobné jako The Railway Children - E Nesbit

A delightful treasury of quotes to spark joy and imagination while growing up!This beautifully illustrated collection offers quotes from historical and modern classics for today''s kids. Centered around helpful themes, such as courage, kindness, and self-confidence, these inspirational words from some of the most creative minds in children''s literature offer readers timeless wisdom for growing up in today''s world.Over 170 beloved children''s books are found in this treasury, including:The Velveteen RabbitThe Wizard of OzCoralineRamona the PestJames and the Giant PeachTar BeachA Long Walk to WaterLast Stop to Market StreetLooking for Alaska"We are born to dream and make the things we dream about."—The Sun Is Also a Star, Nicola Yoon"Courage is if you knew where there were some mountains, you would definitely climb them."—Courage, Bernard Waber"You can’t run away from who you are, but what you can do is run toward who you want to be."—Ghost, Jason Reynolds

Objev podobné jako Inspiring Quotes from Children's Classics: For Growing Up - Hannah Barnaby

Introduce a new generation of readers to the Boxcar Children chapter books with this classic treasury boxed set, featuring all nineteen of Gertrude Chandler Warner''s original mysteries!Henry, Jessie, Violet, and Benny Alden are four brave siblings who were searching for a home when they discovered a life of mystery and adventure!This boxed set includes the following titles:#1 The Boxcar Children#2 Surprise Island#3 The Yellow House Mystery#4 Mystery Ranch#5 MikeÂ’s Mystery#6 Blue Bay Mystery#7 The Woodshed Mystery#8 The Lighthouse Mystery#9 Mountain Top Mystery#10 Schoolhouse Mystery#11 Caboose Mystery#12 Houseboat Mystery#13 Snowbound Mystery#14 Tree House Mystery#15 Bicycle Mystery#16 Mystery in the Sand#17 Mystery Behind the Wall#18 Bus Station Mystery#19 Benny Uncovers a Mystery

Objev podobné jako The Boxcar Children Classic Treasury - Gertrude Chandler Warner

If you haven''t met a Moomin yet, you''re missing the most magical fun...Join Moomintroll and his friends in this brand-new picture book based on the original stories by Tove Jansson.Spring has come to Moominvalley. And to Moomin''s delight, it has brought his best friend Snufkin home from his winter wanderings with plenty of exciting tales of far-away lands.When Snufkin takes Moomin on a surprise adventure - filled with unfamiliar and exciting sights, sounds, and smells - Moomin feels just like a real pioneer! But will he discover that some of the greatest adventures can be found on his very own doorstep?A gorgeous, brightly illustrated story about the joy of seeking adventure.Discover more beautiful Moomin books:Moomin: Little My and the Wild WindMoomin and the Midsummer MysteryMoomin and the Wishing StarMoomin and the Ice FestivalMy First Moomin: Goodnight, MoominMy First Moomin: Best FriendsMy First Moomin: Be Brave, Moomin

Objev podobné jako Moomin and Snufkin’s Quest for Adventure - Tove Janssonová

Discover the magical world of Moomins in this chunky lift-the-flap book with a surprise pop-up ending!It''s time for a very special picnic in Moominvalley. But where is Moomintroll? Join Little My, Moominmappa and more marvellous Moomin characters as they join in the hunt to find Moomin!Based on Tove Jansson''s original characters and artwork, this interactive board book is perfect for little readers and the youngest Moomin fans!Discover more magical Moomin books:Moomin''s First 100 WordsMoomin: The Very BIG Moominhouse Lift-the-Flap BookMoomin''s Peekaboo Night Night: A Lift-and-Find BookMy First Moomin: Best FriendsMy First Moomin: Goodnight MoominMy First Moomin: Be Brave, MoominMoomin''s Pancake Picnic Peep-Inside

Objev podobné jako Moomin, Where Are You? - Tove Janssonová

A celebration of Tove Jansson''s legacy, one hundred years after her birthTove Jansson''s Moomin stories made her one of the most beloved Scandinavian authors of the twentieth century. Jansson''s whimsical tales of Moominvalley resonate with children for their lighthearted spirit, and with adults for their incisive commentary on the banality of everyday life. The year 2014 marks the centenary of her birth, and Jansson is being honored with events in Japan, Scandinavia, England, Germany, Russia, Australia, Italy, Spain, and France. Drawn & Quarterly is joining the festivities by releasing Moomin Deluxe: Volume One, a slipcased hardcover collection of the complete Tove Jansson-penned Moomin comic strip, replete with all of her most popular storylines and original pencil sketches.It has been more than sixty years since the Moomin comic strip debuted in the London Evening News. By the end of its run in 1975, Moomin was syndicated in more than forty newspapers around the world and hailed for its light-handed, charming stories. The comics were revived in 2005 by Drawn & Quarterly and published to widespread acclaim, sparking a new generation of devoted Moomin fans with international editions around the world. Moomin Deluxe: Volume One celebrates the classic comics the world adores, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Moomin - Tove Janssonová

Meet Moomintroll and his friends in this reassuring story about a very first night away from home.Moomintroll and his friend Sniff are going to camp out in the treehouse overnight. It''ll be their very first sleepover and the two friends are excited! But when night falls, they discover that they miss their cosy home. Will it take something spectacular to reassure Moomin and Sniff that sleeping somewhere new can be a great adventure after all?With gorgeous illustrations and a soothing story, this latest addition to the My First Moomin series is the perfect book for talking to little ones about spending a night away from home.Discover more marvellous Moomin stories:My First Moomin: Goodnight MoominMy First Moomin: Best FriendsMy First Moomin: Be Brave, MoominMoomin''s First 100 Words: A lift-the-flap bookMoomin: The Very BIG Moominhouse Lift-the-Flap Book Moomin''s Peekaboo Night Night: A Lift-and-FInd Book

Objev podobné jako My First Moomin: Sleepover - Tove Janssonová

The first book in a brand new read-aloud board book series for the youngest Moomin fans!It''s bedtime, but Moomin just can''t sleep! Moominmamma gives him a extra special bedtime cuddle, and Snorkmaiden offers him her favourite snuggly toy. But nothing works!When Moominpappa reads a story all about a goodnight star, that gives Moomin an idea... But will he ever find a way to fall asleep?With gorgeous illustrations and a soothing story, this is the perfect book for bedtime.More beautiful Moomin books:Moomin and the Wishing StarMoomin and the Birthday ButtonMoomin and the Ice FestivalMoomin and the Midsummer MysteryMoomin: The Very BIG Moominhouse Lift-the-Flap BookMoomin Baby: Words Tummy Time Concertina BookMoomin Baby: Buzzy BookMoomin Baby: 123 Tummy Time Concertina Book

Objev podobné jako My First Moomin: Goodnight Moomin - Tove Janssonová

The classic comic strip by Tove Jansson and Lars Jansson in a new paperback seriesPresented in an all new softcover format that collects the all ages comics of both Tove Jansson and Lars Jansson, the five-volume Moomin Adventures series will introduce the timeless comic strip to a new generation of readers of all ages. The strip’s gentle humor and subtle yet sharp musings on life relay an utterly human existence through the lives of Moomin, Moominmamma, Moominpappa, Snufkin, Little My, Snork Maiden and more.Moomin Adventures: Book One kicks off with perhaps the most famous adventure of them all, Moomin on the Riviera, which was adapted into an animated feature and debuted at the London Film Festival. In Moomin’s Desert Island, the entire Moomin family is stranded on a desert island—the very island their ancestors came from. The Moominvalley hijinx continued with a charming mix of strips from Finland’s most famous writer/artist Tove Jansson, and her brother Lars Jansson who taught himself how to draw in order to take over the strip when it was in syndication.When D+Q debuted the Moomin comic strip in 2007, it was the first time that the comic strip had been published in english since its ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Moomin Adventures: Book 1 - Tove Janssonová, Lars Jansson

Meet Moomintroll and all his friends in this charming story about overcoming your fears!It''s a beautiful summer''s afternoon in Moominvalley - just right for a swim at the beach! But the idea of getting his ears wet makes Moomintroll''s tummy feel funny. He wishes he was brave, like Snorkmaiden. She doesn''t seem to be afraid of anything!But will Moominmamma help Moomintroll realise that feeling afraid is part of being brave?With gorgeous illustrations and a gentle story, this latest addition to the My First Moomin series is the perfect book for talking to little ones about fear and anxiety.Discover more marvellous Moomin stories:My First Moomin: Goodnight MoominMy First Moomin: Best FriendsMoomin''s First 100 Words: A lift-the-flap bookMoomin: The Very BIG Moominhouse Lift-the-Flap Book

Objev podobné jako My First Moomin: Be Brave, Moomin - Tove Janssonová

The second book in a brand-new read-aloud board book series for the youngest Moomin fans!Moomin is feeling glum - his best friend Snufkin has gone away for the winter, and nothing is any fun without him. Luckily Moomin''s other friends are there to help him feel less lonely until Snufkin returns.With gorgeous illustrations and a soothing story, this is the perfect book to celebrate friendship.More beautiful Moomin books:My First Moomin: Goodnight MoominMoomin and the Wishing StarMoomin and the Birthday ButtonMoomin: The Very BIG Moominhouse Lift-the-Flap Book

Objev podobné jako My First Moomin: Best Friends - Tove Janssonová