From one of our most beloved poets, Benjamin Zephaniah, and bestselling illustrator Emily Sutton comes this powerful and uplifting book for children - an urgent, hopeful call to restore our relationship with Earth, and rewild our future. In the beginning, the land was bare. Humanity rose, learned to speak, to farm, to build, to imagine. With language, art, science and community, we shaped the world - and ourselves. For a time, we lived in harmony with nature. But, as cities grew and indust...

A heartwarming story about coming to terms with a new baby sibling in the family, illustrated by world-renowned children's book artist Emily Sutton.Little Lennie lives in the little village of Wobbly Bottom and loves to play hide and seek with his mum. But when Mum is busy taking care of his new baby sister, Ruby, and Ruby is much too little to join in with their games, Lennie wishes for someone to play with. One magical day in Acorn Hollows, his wish comes true!

Take a lively look at the biology of plants on Earth—and their vast importance to our planet—with this wide-ranging exploration from an award-winning team.This tree doesn’t look like it’s doing very much.It just stands there in the sunlight,big and GREEN.But in fact, this tree is busy . . .On land and in the seas, green plants make the oxygen and food that many living things—including us—need to survi...

A beautifully illustrated history of royal animals in Britain from 1066 to the present day, with a foreword by Sir Michael Morpurgo.Why do the three lions on the British crest look so much like leopards? When did the first elephant set foot on British soil? Was there really a polar bear who fished in the river Thames?Full of astounding facts and amazing true animal stories, delve in to discover royal giraffes, elephants, spaniels, parrots, ravens, pelicans ...

An inspiring and beautifully illustrated picture book biography based on the life of Kate Moore, a twelve-year-old lighthouse keeper in the 19th century who saved the lives of twenty-three sailors.With an evocative text and stunning illustrations, travel back to the stormy, rocky shores of 19th century Connecticut and meet an unforgettable heroine-- at a time when girls were considered anything but. Fayerweather Island had seen blustery blizzards and rip-roaring ti...

Celebrating 100 years since the birth of Michael Bond, one of the most beloved authors of all time.The Earl’s Castle is home to a magnificent doll’s house, and inside lives a family of mice. Mr and Mrs Perk and their thirteen children live happily together and work hard to maintain their splendid home. But one day their beloved doll’s house is taken away . . .Full of humour and warmth, this nostalgic tale by Michael Bond, the author of Paddington Bear, and is broug...

Roll up! Roll up! And meet the incredible, the colossal, the world-famous … JUMBO!Our story begins in 1860, in the mountains of East Africa, where a baby elephant struggles to his feet and takes his first shaky steps …This is the deeply touching story of an elephant who captured the world's imagination, brought beautifully to life with enchanting storytelling and gorgeous artwork. Follow Jumbo's amazing journey from his remote home in the rugged mountains of East Africa and...

One breath of fresh air with its scent of wild flowers will endear you to the Greek island of Kos.  Kos combines ancient history with medieval romance and just a pinch of near-eastern mystery. Yet, at the same time, there is the underlying simplicity of Greek village life, the olive groves that have stood for millennia and the natural beauty that results from the combination of mountain and sea.

The Loire Valley is famous for its impressive chateaus and wines in its well-known towns that include Orleans, Tours, Chartres and Bourges. Two of the largest and most beautiful examples of French châteaus are Chambord and Chenonceau. To preserve the history and tradition these two châteaus have been bought by the French government and open their doors to tourists year-round. Chenonceau recently celebrated its 500th anniversary (1513 – 2013).    TABLE OF CONTENTS: &nb...

Normandy is the beautiful region of Northern France that is close to the English Channel. The region is well known as the landing place during the World War II D-Day battle and Normandy has a number of memorials that honor the allies who participated.    TABLE OF CONTENTS:  Introduction to Normandy - Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Caen - Caen Memorial for Peace Museum - Juno Beach Center - Abbaye-aux-H...

An empowering picture book set in the 1940s about a determined five-year-old girl who embarks on a journey to deliver milk to her neighbors in the holler.Every morning, Ernestine shouts out her window to the Great Smoky Mountains, "I'm five years old and a big girl!" When Mama asks Ernestine--who helps with chores around the farm while Papa is away at war--to carry two mason jars filled with milk to their neighbor, Ernestine isn't sure she can do it. After all, she...

Go on an adventure with Katherine Rundell ..._______________NOMINATED FOR THE CILIP CARNEGIE MEDALNOMINATED FOR THE CILIP GREENAWAY MEDALFrom the winner of the Costa Children's Book Award_______________'A writer with an utterly distinctive voice and a wild imagination' – Philip Pullman'A book that will be ...