Casa editrice: Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press
Little Fox can no longer take the suffering from the humans who took his mother and little brother away. He has to get a message out to the people of the world, right now! He leaves the forest for the city, where he meets other animals who have lost their families too, just like him! Will Little Fox,s message finally make it out to the world? Will the people listen?
These inspiring stories bring to life daring Christians from the early Church to modern times. Discover a pagan actor turned martyr, a blind boy who guided saints, a bishop who stood against an emperor, a monk martyred in the Coliseum, and explorers and warriors who defended the Faith. These tales remind us that God calls each soul to a mission as bold and heroic as any legend, igniting true adventure through Christian courage.Mostra libro
Life is lonely in Queen Victoria' s London, especially for a talking vole. Chains may be the equal of any human detective, but there' s one case he can' t solve: where he came from and why he can speak. Luckily, he has the help of Eldridge, the retired investigator he lives with. Their latest job--a shipload of missing fish destined for experimentation--might provide some needed answers. But when Eldridge is kidnapped, Chains is left without sanctuary at a time he badly needs friends. Especially with profiteers, scientists, and pirates from London' s mad scientific underbelly after his hide. The more clues Chains unearths, the more certain he is that finding Eldridge will also unlock the mystery of how Chains originally came to be, and might even offer him a place to truly belong. But someone he thought he could trust doesn' t want that to happen. A talking vole may offer a significant breakthrough, but a silenced one is preferred.Mostra libro
The fierce and violent monkey people kidnap Mowgli. It is up to Baloo the bear, Bagheera the panther and Kaa the python to save him from hundreds of tree dwelling maniacs before the man-cub is dashed to his destruction.Mostra libro
With more than 36 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading! In this tenth book of the My Weirdtastic School arc, a safety expert is called to Ella Mentry School, but can she perfectly protect the kids from…well, everything? Ella Mentry School is dangerous! Kids are falling off their bikes, skateboards, and scooters. They’re running into doors. Elephants are landing on their heads. Well, we made up that last one. But kids are getting hurt, and Principal Stoker is determined to do something about it. So she brings in Mrs. Granger, who runs Safety Town, a place that helps kids have fun and stay safe at the same time. But what happens when Mrs. Granger goes overboard? Can A.J. and his friends snap her back to normal without ending up in the hospital? Perfect for reluctant readers and all kids hungry for funny school stories, Dan Gutman’s hugely popular My Weird School chapter book series has something for everyone. Don’t miss the hilarious adventures of A.J. and his friends!Mostra libro
This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. In the sprawling, world-renowned Zootopia safari park, Francis the Zookeeper shares an extraordinary bond with every animal, from the tiniest insect to the most majestic beast. His connection is more than just care and devotion; it's a unique form of communication, a silent language of mutual understanding and love. This special relationship is most evident with his closest friends: Thor's gorilla troop, who greet him with gentle affection; Leo's magnificent lion pride, who offer licks of friendship; and Spartan's loyal wolf pack, who rush to his side with joyous howls. Francis is their confidant, their playmate, and their protector, sharing in their joys and comforting them in their sorrows. However, the true source of this incredible bond is a secret known only to the animals. Francis is the reincarnation of Saint Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, returned to the world to continue his sacred work. Unbeknownst to the millions of visitors who admire Zootopia's splendor, the zookeeper's gentle authority and the animals' profound trust are not just a result of kindness, but of a divine and ancient connection. The animals, in their wisdom, recognize their saint and guardian, cherishing their time with him in their idyllic sanctuary, a living testament to a love that transcends the boundaries of species and time.Mostra libro
Master storyteller Tom Palmer returns with a deeply moving and beautifully told novel of friendship and belonging, inspired by the incredible true story of the Windermere Boys. "The best children’s fiction book I’ve yet read about the Holocaust" – Tim Robertson, CEO Anne Frank Trust Summer 1945. The Second World War is finally over and Yossi, Leo and Mordecai are among three hundred children who arrive in the English Lake District. Having survived the horrors of the Nazi concentration camps, they've finally reached a place of safety and peace, where they can hopefully begin to recover. But Yossi is haunted by thoughts of his missing father and disturbed by terrible nightmares. As he waits desperately for news from home, he fears that Mordecai and Leo – the closest thing to family he has left – will move on without him. Will life by the beautiful Lake Windermere be enough to bring hope back into all their lives? This award-winning, Sunday Times bestselling book, is a poignant exploration of teenage friendship and the struggle to find hope in the aftermath of death. It's a must-read for young adults and reluctant readers alike. For fans of T.Z. Layton (The Academy V), Emily Stead (Beth Mead), Jeff Kinney (Partypooper), Dan Freedman (Jamie Johnson), and Martin Smith (The Football Superstar). HarperCollins 2024Mostra libro
