Verlag: Graffeg Limited
One day Ebb and Flo find a bird sitting in their boat – in Ebb’s favourite spot! Flo invites the bird to join them, but Ebb isn’t so sure and wishes the bird would just fly away. But what happens when Ebb’s wish comes true? A seaside story of friendship with Ebb and Flo.
Julius Greenfield is the new kid at school. Not only did his family move to a new state over the summer, but they enrolled him in public school. You see, Montessori school was all he ever knew so starting at a big public school was scary. Problems begin for Julius when Jamie Winston, the school bully, picks on Julius for being a small fifth grader. Every day at school there is something new, from name-calling to physical attacks. To make matters worse, Julius and Jamie are on the same team to perform in the school talent show. Can they learn to accept their differences to win the talent competition, or will their dislike for one another ruin their fifth-grade experience and get them into big trouble? Bus Stop Buddies is a middle-grade fiction about life lessons such as friendship, acceptance, and inclusion. The cast of characters include: * Jules Greenfield, an Amerasian fifth grader who must find his footing in a new environment * Jamie Winston, the bully who comes from a rich family and is raised by an au pair * Stacey Barringer, a nonbinary, gender-fluid child who is trying to find their way toward acceptance * Lily Jaxon, a small adoptee from China with a big personality * Taylor Bridges, a blind teenager who sees more than people give him credit for * Forest Jonathan, a third grader from the Choctaw Nation, built like a tree but gentle and shy * Rowan Barr, a third grader who loves the color purple and dinosaurs, and is a walking encyclopedia * Magdalena Velázquez, the bus driver who loves to teach the children Spanish through songs * Spencer Nash, the fifth grader who is obsessed with his hair and uses humor to avoid trouble * Rosie, the pocket-size American bully who loves her ball and thinks she's one of the kidsZum Buch
Shortlisted for Foyles Book of the Year 2024 Take flight on this beautifully-written, epic and soaring new adventure, perfect for fans of Abi Elphinstone, Aisling Fowler, A. F. Steadman and Pari Thompson. Astrid has lived in the rhubarb shed her whole life. The outside world is dangerous, Mama explains; she will understand when she’s older, but she cannot set foot beyond the door. Astrid longs to see the world; to meet other children; to live in the farmhouse with Mama. But what she longs for most of all is to see the stars. Then one night, a stranger unlocks the shed: a stranger with wings. She has come to take Astrid to a secret city in the sky called London Overhead, far above the highest peak of the Shard. For Astrid, like her, is a Librae – and will soon grow wings of her own . . . Astrid is swept into a breathtaking and magical world of new friendships, sweeping adventures and unimaginable discoveries at the ancient, beautiful school for Librae students: Starminster. But quickly she learns that all is not well in the glimmering city. And when rumours abound of missing children in London Underfoot, she begins to realise that Mama may have been right about the dangers waiting for Astrid all along . . . The final action-packed chapters will leave the reader on the edge of their seat, eagerly anticipating the next book in the series. The social dynamics and challenges Astrid faces in Starminster are a reflexion of real-world issues, making this children's fiction both entertaining and thought-provoking. For fans of Abi Elphinstone (Ember Spark and the Unicorn's Secret), and Katherine Rundell (The Explorer). HarperCollins Children's 2024Zum Buch
The gang’s back for a very special summer at the Hills: the camp’s fiftieth anniversary! Wiener is especially excited to be back. His little brother, Max, is finally coming to camp, and Wiener can’t wait to show him the ropes (and show him what a cool big brother he is). Unfortunately, it doesn’t take Max long to realize that Wiener isn’t exactly the Camp Legend he made himself out to be. Meanwhile, inspired by a big change at home, Missi is determined to be 100 percent true to herself—no more pretending to like Hollywood heartthrobs just to fit in! But when she catches the eye of a suave exchange student, she starts to wonder whether she was better off playing it cool.Zum Buch
Uncover the hidden truths about education, brain mapping, and human potential. 'Encoded Illusion' reveals the unspoken knowledge and secrets suppressed out of fear and ignorance. Drawing from decades of research, this book explores the intersection of technology, consciousness, and the human experience. Get ready to question everything you thought you knew.Zum Buch
"The Lost Cup? You don't want to know about that". Aidan has been thwarted at every turn, in his efforts to find out where the mysterious lost cup is hidden, or if it even really exists. A year after the escapades of Gaelic football mad twins, Aoife and Aidan Power, along with their four best friends in Twin Power: Throw In, the Droichead Beag gang are back! However, all is not rosy. Cracks are starting to show as the gang's strong foundation creaks under the strain of new friendships with players from their rival club Gorman, along with football injuries and tense must win matches. With all this tension in the background, Aidan becomes fixated on finding the mysterious Lost Cup which was allegedly hidden 100 years ago during the Irish Civil War. Why will no one talk to him about it? Will a school trip to the GAA museum in Croke Park shed any light on this mystery? How is the lost cup linked to rivalries between Droichead Beag GAA and Gorman GAA? Can Aoife and Aidan solve this mystery, reunite their gang of friends and return to having fun on the football field?Zum Buch
2025 WINNER Christian Book Awards 2025 FINALIST Next Generation Indie Book Awards (Best Children's Book Illustrations) 2023 & 2024 ECPA Christmas Bestseller Discover the Wonders of Advent Through the Eyes of Nature From bestselling author Gayle Boss comes a breathtaking picture book that invites children to journey through Advent alongside 24 extraordinary woodland animals. Beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Sharon Spitz, All Creation Waits: The Advent Mystery of New Beginnings captivates young readers with lyrical storytelling and radiant watercolors that bring the magic of winter's creatures to life. Each day of Advent reveals a new animal's astonishing adaptation to the dark and cold—Wood Frog becomes a frog-shaped cube of ice, Painted Turtle sleeps underwater without breathing, and Black Bear hibernates in perfect stillness. With each tale, children hear the gentle refrain: The dark is not an end. It's a door. It's the way a new beginning comes. This stunning book encourages families to slow down and savor the beauty of reflective waiting during the often chaotic holiday season. Readers will be enchanted by: - Fascinating animal facts that reveal the intricate ways creatures survive winter. - Poetic prose that celebrates the wonder of creation. - "Animal wonderment" reflection questions that invite thoughtful exploration and conversation. - Advent calendar-style spreads, perfect for discovering one animal each day. All Creation Waits culminates in the birth of the Christ Child, the ultimate sign of hope and renewal, making it an inspiring and meaningful Advent companion for children and families alike. Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, or family traditions, this exquisite book will become a cherished part of your holiday season for years to come. Give the gift of wonder, reflection, and nature's wisdom this Advent—share All Creation Waits with your loved ones today! Learn more about All Creation Waits—Children's Edition and find free resources at AllCreationWaits.com Watch the Book Trailer HERE! Visit Illustrator Sharon Spitz's online galleryHERE!Zum Buch
