Editora: Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press
My mother is very anxious and has a very active imagination. Our family even nicknamed her the Drama Queen! Do you know what a Drama queen is? Do you have any among your family or friends? Read this fun tale and live a day in the life with this imaginative family as they go through all kinds of strange and fantastical scenarios.
Turn down the lights and immerse yourself in the well loved tale of "The Story of the Three Bears" by Flora Annie Steel which follows the adventures of a mischievous girl named Goldilocks, then settle down for the calming lullaby "Brahms' Lullaby" sung by Bella Butterfly.Ver livro
Experiencing a story read out loud is one of the oldest forms of entertainment there is. Fireside Reading is a way to slow down, reconnect with the timeless wisdom of great books and rediscover the simple pleasure of being read to. Join Gildart Jackson in front of a cozy fire as he reads Black Beauty by Anna Sewell to you and your family from beginning to end.Ver livro
Fenek does not feel like doing anything. To make matters worse, everyone wants something from him, and they don’t seem to understand his emotions at all. How can you cope with being lazy, and has Fenek deserved a reward? Check it out yourselves! Thanks to this book, your child will:understand the meaning of laziness; realise that being lazy can be a real burden for others;learn that each type of behaviour brings about certain consequences.The Adventures of Fenek - Books for younger children Thematic series that respond to the needs of pre-school and kindergarten teachers, parents, and psychologists. 20-page brochures are published in series of four books each, and they are all thematically related.Ver livro
From the award-winning, ALA Notable author of Unsettled and Lailah’s Lunchbox, this is a captivating coming-of-age middle grade novel in verse about seventh grader Aafiyah Qamar, a Pakistani American girl who hatches a special plan to help her family but finds that doing what’s right isn’t always easy. For fans of The Thing About Jellyfish and Clean Getaway, this is a heartfelt, soul-searching story with laughter, hope, and lessons learned. Seventh grader Aafiyah loves playing tennis, reading Weird but True facts, and hanging out with her best friend, Zaina. However, Aafiyah has a bad habit that troubles her—she’s drawn to pretty things and can’t help but occasionally “borrow” them. But when her father is falsely accused of a crime he hasn’t committed and gets taken in by authorities, Aafiyah knows she needs to do something to help. When she brainstorms a way to bring her father back, she turns to her Weird but True facts and devises the perfect plan. But what if her plan means giving in to her bad habit, the one she’s been trying to stop? Aafiyah wants to reunite her family but finds that maybe her plan isn’t so perfect after all. . . A Bank Street Books Best Children's Book of the Year for ages 12-14 in Family/School/Community Fiction (2023) Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.Ver livro
Bibi and Tina cannot believe it. The Count has bought the famous Miraculous, a talking circus horse who can do arithmetic. But without the secret signs from his former master, the late Beppo the Clown, he can no longer talk. Then the two girls unexpectedly come across Beppo's mysterious diary.Ver livro
‘It really is one of the best books around.’ ‘Hooked! I’ve re-read these books again and again!’ Can a teenage time traveller be the saviour Victorian London needs and save himself? Step back in time to the heyday of the Crystal Palace, the world’s first theme park. Joe’s world is turned upside down when he discovers a shattered compass among the brambles where the Crystal Palace once stood and time travels to 1888. With help from teenage H. G. Wells, daredevil Iris Blondin and the creator of Sherlock Holmes, Joe must thwart dangerous diamond thieves to uncover dark secrets about the ‘People’s Palace’. Standing on the boundary between the world of mortals and magic, these mysteries are tied to the fate of his family. Don’t miss this thrilling adventure series through time and meet unforgettable characters from the past. Perfect for fans of Dr Who, Jodie Taylor and Harry Potter. What readers are saying: ‘Hands down, one of the top books I’ve read’. ‘Magical fusion of fantasy and reality.' ‘Harry Potter vibes, the fantasy and history in this book are perfect.’ ‘Gripping and fun for adults as well as kids.’ ‘I love time travel stories, and this is a fantastic read with wonderful real-life characters from Victorian past.’ Praise for the Crystal Palace Chronicles: ‘A fantastic time travel adventure.’ – Waterstones ‘My favourite book of the year.’ – The Strawberry Post Review ‘Graham Whitlock is a wonderful storyteller.’ – Suzy K Quinn, New York Times bestseller ‘The book is quirky and dark, and so much fun.” - Carrie Jones, New York Times bestsellerVer livro
