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Young Mary Oliver was enthralled by nature. In the forest, she wondered about the birds and the lilies and the water in the stream—about all the things that cannot speak yet somehow spoke to Mary. She wondered, too, about poetry, about how words pieced together filled her with light and how some poems felt like they were written just for her. How could this be?

The gripping story of volcanologists Maurice and Katia Krafft, perfect for armchair adventurers who loved The Mona Lisa Vanishes and Becoming Muhammad Ali. Complete with extensive backmatter for school and at-home conversations. This beautiful biography in verse is about two French scientists...

What Shall We Do, Winnie-the-Pooh? is a brand new rhyming adventure, celebrating the friendship between all your best-loved characters from the Hundred Acre Wood. Join Winnie-the-Pooh for a walk through the Hundred Acre Wood as he ponders over what to do about each of his friends. Poor, timid...

In this riveting novel in verse, thirteen-year-old Tolly fears she was to blame for the accident that killed her older sister. If she could just get her phone back, she might find answers about the day Sunny died… It’s been almost six months since Tolly’s sister died in a distracted...

ההודים המציאו את המשל העתיק על אודות עיוורים המנסים לקבוע בעזרת מישוש מה טיבו של הדבר המכונה 'פיל'. למשל הזה גרסאות רבות והרעיון הכללי הטמון בכולן הוא , כי בני האדם...

This program is read by the author and features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun! Bursting with warmth and words of encouragement, this lyrical audiobook celebrates growing up and believing in yourself—the perfect gift for graduations, birthdays, the first day of...

On a cliff far away is a house at the edge of the world: Hope House. But it isn't like any other... When eleven-year-old Amal and her family inherit a house from a long lost relative, they can't believe their luck. But only Amal seems to notice there's anything unusual about it. Like the way the...

Eleanora's journey into legend took her through pain, poverty, and run-ins with the law. By the time she was fifteen, she knew she possessed something that could possibly change her life—a voice. Eleanora could sing. That remarkable voice led her to Harlem nightclubs, the Apollo Theater, and a place in the spotlight with some of the era's hottest big bands. Billie Holiday sang from somewhere inside her that made it seem as if she had lived each lyric, and in many ways she had. This unique talent is what made Billie Holiday more than a singer. She was an artist.

We all have choices to make every day, even the youngest children. The choices we make play a large part in forming who we grow to be as adults. For kids, those choices can include whether to be obedient or disobedient, to share or be selfish, to have a good attitude or not, and more. John Ortberg addresses the ability to choose in a whimsical way by inviting children to use their "magnificent chooser" that God gave them to make right choices daily.

A hilarious collection of poems from the creator of the best-selling DUCK IN THE TRUCK series. We learnt about acorns and planted a tree Nigel fell over and bashed up his knee Rosie Rawlings cried at play - Her pet rabbit’s run away. In English, Miss Chadwick was in a bad mood. At lunchtime we...

You can make bedtime a fun tradition for your child with these five cute bedtime stories. Your child will look forward to going to bed with these entertaining stories. Each story includes a moral lesson and is perfect for early and beginning learners.

I just can’t sleep! We have all said those words to ourselves in the past or have heard them from loved ones as we try to calm down and settle into a relaxing slumber. This story tells the tale of an exhausted mother who helps her tired child to get to sleep. As the child's mind spins and whirls, her imagination takes to the skies with a space launch and some miraculous sheep!

The Hunting of the Snark is a whimsical and nonsensical poem by Lewis Carroll about a curious crew of adventurers on a voyage to find the mysterious Snark. Along the way, they encounter absurd situations, strange creatures, and playful language that stretches the imagination. Though the story is fantastical and full of Carroll’s signature wordplay, it is lighthearted and suitable for older children and adults who enjoy clever humor and imaginative storytelling. The poem explores themes of adventure, curiosity, and the joy of puzzling mysteries, rather than focusing on violence or danger.

An evocative historical novel in verse about a boy and his family who are forced to flee their home and become refugees after the British Partition of India. Perfect for fans of Other Words for Home. Twelve-year-old Raj is happiest flying kites with his best friend, Iqbal. As their kites soar...

The father of performance poetry, John Agard, brings you a collection of riotously funny poems. Follow that Word is a celebration of imagination and demonstrates the true diversity of language. A dazzling collection of over sixty poems, Follow That Word delivers John Agard's musings on people...

Step into the whimsical world of "Humpty Dumpty," the beloved nursery rhyme brought to life by W. W. Denslow and the delightful narration of Claire Shadrawy. This classic tale follows the adventures of the iconic egg-shaped character, who famously sits on a wall, only to have a great fall.

Mother Goose has three very active little goslings. If they're not splashing in puddles, they're probably chasing each other along the riverbank or having swimming races! So when Mother Goose tells them some of her favourite traditional nursery rhymes, they love to join in with the actions. Now you and your family can join in too.

This poetry book has different riddles for mid-grade and teen children. It will be challenging to some adults, also. Some riddles may have more than one answer, which means the same things. This is a series of riddles, and the next one will be Biblical riddles.

Annie and Willie's Prayer was written by Sophia P. Snow in 1884 and has since become a family tradition for many. It's a heartwarming story of how two children help teach their father the true meaning of Christmas.

Enjoy a family Christmas singalong with Baroness Floella Benjamin, including favourites such as 'We Wish you a Merry Christmas', 'Jingle Bells' and 'Ding Dong Merrily on High'! This audiobook features 15 familiar Christmas songs to enjoy, all sung by Floella herself. You can also learn about...