Juvenile Fiction

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Winner, 2021 Reference & Bibliography Award in the 'Reference' Section, given by the Association of Jewish Libraries

An unprecedented treasury of Yiddish children’s stories and poems enhanced with original illustrations

While there has been a recent boom in Jewish literacy and learning within the US, few resources exist to enable American Jews to experience the rich primary sources of Yiddish culture. Stepping into this void, Miriam Udel has crafted an exquisite collection: Honey on the Page offers a feast of beguiling original translations of stories and poems for children.

Arranged thematically—from school days to the holidays—the book takes readers from Jewish holidays and history to folktales and fables, from stories of humanistic ethics to multi-generational family sagas. Featuring many works that are appearing in English for the first time, and written by both prominent and lesser-known authors, this anthology spans the Yiddish-speaking globe—drawing from materials published in Eastern Europe, New York, and Latin America from the 1910s, during the interwar period, and up through the 1970s. With its vast scope, Honey on the Page offers a cornucopia of delights to families, individuals and educators seeking literature that speaks to Jewish children about their religious, cultural, and ethical heritage.

Complemented by whimsical, humorous illustrations by Paula Cohen, an acclaimed children’s book illustrator, Udel’s evocative translations of Yiddish stories and poetry will delight young and older readers alike.

A dazzling, own-voice Native Californian creation story.

"Waa'aka' was born when the earth was soft and the waters were new. It was the beginning of time.” So begins Cindi Alvitre’s vivid and multifaceted telling of a traditional Tongva creation story from Southern California. Waa'aka' follows the title character, a beautiful bird who falls in love with Tamet, the sun, and tries to follow him up to the sky. Accompanied by richly colorful illustrations from Carly Lake, the book touches deftly on themes like the unintended consequences of greed and the importance of working together. A rendition of one of California’s oldest tales, Waa'aka' is a beautiful children’s book in the classic style.

This captivating story is helpful as a Sunday School or home school lesson or a Children’s message when others are commissioned for mission work.

Pulitzer Prize winner Barbara Kingsolver and environmental educator Lily Kingsolver collaborate on their first children’s book, Coyote’s Wild Home. 

The book takes us into the woods, meadows, and streams of an Appalachian forest where a girl and a coyote pup each have their first woodland adventures. On their separate journeys into the wilderness with a beloved family member, the intertwined paths of child and coyote will surprise and enchant young readers. With its richly detailed illustrations and gentle biology lessons, this story of two young explorers invites readers to imagine wilderness as a place to be protected, loved, and shared.

In an inspiring story about self-expression, quirky and artistic Joan harnesses the power of friendship and the bravery of her namesake, Joan of Arc, to embrace her creative nature.

What do an ancient teenage warrior and a modern-day aspiring elementary school artist have in common? Nine-year-old Joan is about to find out. In this empowering tale of friendship and self-affirmation, a young girl dreams of being an artist, but struggles to find the courage to share her dreams with others. Joan is so afraid to be laughed at or misunderstood that her friends have never even seen her drawings! But when a school assignment unveils the remarkable accomplishments of her medieval namesake, Saint Joan of Arc, young Joan must grapple with what it means to be brave, even if that means finding the courage to be yourself.

Lovingly rendered with lush illustrations and tender prose, readers young and old will be rooting for Joan to find her way. “Exactly the kind of story that kids need,” writes bestselling author Brian McLaren. “This could be one of those precious few books that parents read to their kids for generations to come.”

First written in Chamtéela and developed in accordance with fourth grade Common Core State Standards, Dear Miss Karana tells a compelling story of family, determination, and cultural perseverance.

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of a landmark work of juvenile fiction.

"A haunting reminder of how indignities and dignity can reside side by side." —Terry Tempest Williams

This much-loved and widely read classic is the moving story of one girl’s struggle to remain brave during the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. In 1941, eleven-year-old Yuki is looking forward to Christmas when disaster strikes: she and her family, along with everyone of Japanese descent on the West Coast, are labeled enemy aliens. The FBI arrests her father, and she, her mother, and her brother are imprisoned in a bleak and dusty camp surrounded by barbed wire in the Utah desert. There, she and her family experience both true friendship and heart-wrenching tragedy.

Journey to Topaz explores the consequences of prejudice and the capacities of the human spirit. First published in 1971, this novel was the first children’s book about the wartime incarceration written by a Japanese American. This fiftieth anniversary edition features new cover art, a refreshed design, and a new foreword by Traci Chee.

2022 METROPOLITAN MUSEUM TOP MUSEUM-THEMED PICK FOR THE HOLIDAYS
2021 INTERNATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST

Wonder and imagination are at the heart of this story of a friendship between a boy from New York City and the boy king, Tutankhamun

A boy and his stuffed bunny gaze at a star-lit New York cityscape. The great Sphinx of Egypt sleeps. A child swings joyously across a river. This book offers a tantalizing glimpse of the adventures of Arthur and his imaginary friend, Bun-Bun. Together they travel through the Temple of Dendur at the Metropolitan Museum to another time and place and befriend the lonely boy king, Tutankhamun.

Steven the Bear Learns How to Camp is a fun camping story with Steven and his friends, “the Bear Bunch.”

Steven and his friends learn how to enjoy nature without harming it using a few of the principles of Leave No Trace (LNT). They hike, meet new friends, camp under the stars, and enjoy the outdoors in this fun-loving adventure. A great read aloud picture book, with fun life lessons and beautiful illustrations. 

Steven the Bear’s First Airplane Ride is a delightful children’s book that follows Steven and his friends, the Bear Bunch, on their first airplane ride to visit polar bear relatives. 

Guided by Pilot Bear and Gigi, the group learns the golden rules of being good passengers, facing turbulence with ease, and discovering the wonders of snacks and contrails. Through vibrant illustrations and creative storytelling, this wonderful tale captures the joy of travel and imparts valuable lessons about cooperation and the magic of exploration. A charming addition to any young reader’s collection, this read-along picture book offers a heartwarming journey filled with friendship, discovery, and the thrill of adventure in the sky.

Explore the unknown in this thrilling adventure that has readers solving real-world problems!

The Locators are on the job! Two kids solving problems in the world using maps, technology, and spatial thinking, the Locators are determined to help those who need it. After crash landing in the Amazon during their first mission, Lucy, Oliver, and Moe the Parrot embark on an exciting adventure through South America. It’s up to Lucy and her friends to find and protect several endangered species that are in immediate jeopardy. From rockslides in the Andes mountains to volcano eruptions in the Galapagos Islands, the team experiences it all as they rush to complete their mission in time. Will you help them succeed?

Using different color maps and clues, readers can help the Locators on each step of their journey by completing the illustrated activity at the end of each chapter. This hands-on approach encourages critical and spatial thinking, while also reinforcing reading comprehension and vocabulary.

Full of fun, full-color illustrations, activities, and tons of facts about endangered species, habitats, and more, this adventure keeps kids interested and makes learning easy.

At the end of the story, readers can get their own Locator member ID number and become part of the team!

Glossary included.

* NPR FAVORITE BOOK OF 2022

With poetic language and lush oil paintings, children will cheer on the tiny but mighty yellow warbler as she makes her perilous migration  journey from the tropics of Central America to the Canadian tundra.

* WINNER OF JOHN BURROUGHS ASSOCIATION RIVERBY AWARD FOR YOUNG READERS

The warbler is helped along the way by three different children and families: a Nicaraguan family whose traditional shade coffee farm sustains migrant birds, an African-American family that creates a  garden in their backyard on the gulf coast to provide food for her, and a  family from The Łutsël K'é Dene First Nation in Canada who have preserved land for all animals.

"With its engaging story and richly detailed illustrations of one yellow warbler's epic spring migration, this book is sure to inspire and inform readers of all ages."

          —David Sibley, author of The Sibley Guide to Birds, What it Means to be a Bird, and many others.

The magical story of how a boy with a disability who is bullied finds the hero within.

As Drake gets ready for bed, his mother entertains his questions about tyrants, pirates, and dragons—which are really questions about the power of bullies. Their conversation reminds us all that “Not even kings are allowed to be mean.”

Targeted for young children and their caregivers, Sir Drake the Brave is a declaration of ethics, integrity and faith: that kindness and courage ultimately are stronger than any sort of small-minded bullying or hate. Fun and entertaining, the story teaches lessons of accepting others, and welcoming others, including those who are different.

A heartwarming and encouraging story told through beautiful 3D clay art illustrations.

One of the wisemen, Melchior, has the same dream night after night in which he is urged to follow a newly risen star. Worried about the perils he might encounter but certain he must make the trip, he embarks on the journey with his nonchalant and wise camel, Nubia. What follows is a rich and engaging tale full of interesting meetings along the path, that ultimately help him gain confidence in himself.

In these days when we all live with some sense of worry and anxiety, the book offers to children—and parents—a way to think about how we make the journey through life together and how we find calm and hope even when things feel uncertain.

Steven the Bear’s First Airplane Ride is a delightful children’s book that follows Steven and his friends, the Bear Bunch, on their first airplane ride to visit polar bear relatives. 

Guided by Pilot Bear and Gigi, the group learns the golden rules of being good passengers, facing turbulence with ease, and discovering the wonders of snacks and contrails. Through vibrant illustrations and creative storytelling, this wonderful tale captures the joy of travel and imparts valuable lessons about cooperation and the magic of exploration. A charming addition to any young reader’s collection, this read-along picture book offers a heartwarming journey filled with friendship, discovery, and the thrill of adventure in the sky.

Get ready for an exciting new adventure from The Locators!

Explore the Great Barrier Reef, Papua New Guinea, and more with The Locators! Lucy, Oliver, and Moe the Parrot are on another mission, this time to Oceania. A group of kids solving problems in the world using maps, technology, and spatial thinking, the Locators are determined to help those who need it.

From finding and growing healthy coral in the Great Barrier Reef to rescuing unique species in danger from wildfire in New South Wales, Lucy’s team has their hands full. Experience scuba diving in the ocean, explore a wombat’s burrow, and even follow a pod of whales along with the team as they work to successfully complete their mission.

Using maps and clues, readers help the Locators at each step of their journey by completing the illustrated activities in every chapter. This hands-on approach encourages critical and spatial thinking, while also reinforcing reading comprehension and vocabulary. Perfect for children aged 8–11 who love geography and exploring the world.

This fun adventure story includes:

• Map-based activities

• Puzzles, word searches, and other fun stuff

• Full-color illustrations

• Interesting facts about endangered species, habitats, and more

At the end of the story, readers can get their own Locator member ID number and become part of the team!

Don’t forget to continue the fun with the Locators: Adventure in South America.

Defined by his dogged fortitude and courage, his exploits became legend: snacking on chili dogs, dodging streetcars, crashing Saints tailgates, and even chatting with a giraffe at the zoo. But it was a New Year’s Eve firework scare and a run to Harahan that led to a turning point—and a cozy couch. Pondering his newly acquired leisure time, Scrim gave his first-person account of his adventures to trusted friend and beloved storyteller Margaret Orr. 

Now, Scrim recounts his journey from runaway rogue to local icon in his own words (with help from Margaret Orr). Scrim My Tail: As Told to Margaret Orr is a heartwarming story of survival, sass, and finding out that, sometimes, the best adventures lead you home.

The authors of Dad and Cousins, Margarita del Mazo and Silvia Álvarez, return with a new member of the “Family Love” series, Mom, a word that stands for tenderness and the most unconditional love.

Narrated through the eyes of a child, this evocative picture book will allow readers to participate in the magic, the illusion of the ‘sweet wait’, the impatience of the arrival and the excitement of the birth of a new life.

At their mother's side, a child will experience the deepest emotions of motherhood, through play, discovery and creativity, in a childhood filled with the utmost gentleness.

Expectations, doubts, hopes and dreams... And all the love in the world brought together in a beautiful picture book, as unique as it is special, that pays tribute to women and, above all, to you, mom.

For those who still aren’t, and for those who will be. For those that dream. For all of you, Mom.

Las autoras de Papá y Primos, Margarita del Mazo y Silvia Álvarez, vuelven para añadir un nuevo miembro a la serie «Amor de familia», Mamá, una palabra única que representa la ternura y el amor más incondicional.

Narrado desde los ojos de un niño o niña, este evocador álbum ilustrado permitirá a sus lectores ser partícipes de la magia, de la ilusión de la dulce espera, de la impaciencia de la llegada y de la emoción que entraña el nacimiento de una nueva vida.

De la mano de su madre, un niño o niña experimentará las emociones más profundas de la maternidad, a través del juego, el descubrimiento y la creatividad, en una infancia regada con la máxima dulzura.

Ilusiones, dudas, sueños y esperanzas… Y todo el amor del mundo reunidos en un hermoso álbum ilustrado, tan único como especial, que homenajea a las mujeres y, sobre todo, a ti, mamá.

Para las que aún no lo son y para las que lo serán. Para las que sueñan. Para todas, Mamá.

How Steven the Bear Invented S’mores is a read aloud picture book with fun life lessons and colorful illustrations.

Steven the Bear and his friends are excited to go on their very first camping adventure. After being sure to pack and prepare well, the Bear Bunch heads out to find the perfect campsite. They set up camp and spend their day hiking, bird watching, and finding animals. After a day full of fun, Steven and the Bear Bunch sit down to toast marshmallows. That’s when Steven has a brilliant idea…


Join Steven the Bear and his friends in this first of many adventures!

A collectable new edition of the classic Elsa Beskow picture book with a cloth spine.

Three children and their mother live on a little island in a little cottage shaped like a hat.

When their mother goes out searching for yarn, the children of hat cottage promise to be good. They try to be helpful by sweeping the chimney and washing their clothes. But their good intentions soon turn to mayhem. What will the children do?

This is a delightful story for young children about getting help from unexpected places from the world-renowned Swedish author–illustrator Elsa Beskow.

This wonderful new edition of The Children of Hat Cottage faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.

A charming alphabet book for everyone who loves Elsa Beskow's classic picture books.

Journey through the world of Elsa Beskow from Accordian to Zzz, with everything in between -- Cow and Elephant, Flowers and Igloo and even Jack Frost and Queen.

This beautifully presented gift book brings together illustrations from Elsa Beskow's lesser known and most famous work including The Flowers' Festival, The Sun Egg, Pelle's New Suit, and Woody, Hazel and Little Pip.

A picture book edition of a much-loved classic, with illustrations by award-winning artist, Robert Ingpen.

This timeless tale has never been out of print and is one of the best-loved children's titles in English literature. Kenneth Grahame's wonderful imagination and quiet humour continue to charm children and adults alike, and Robert Ingpen's stunning illustrations bring to life the adventures of Toad, Mole, Ratty and Badger.


When the Mole leaves his spring-cleaning and heads up into the open air, he embarks on a series of exhilarating adventures with his new friends: the laid-back Ratty, the gruff yet kindly Badger and the self-satisfied, irrepressible Mr. Toad. The impulsive Toad leads the friends from one escapade to the next - from upturned gypsy caravans to stolen motorcars, a daring prison escape and, finally, to a heroic confrontation with the sinister inhabitants of the Wild Wood.

• Winter - with Its blanket of white fallen snow, as the seeds of life below it lie fast asleep,
• Spring - bringing warmth and rebirth to the burst of vibrant colors that awaken beneath,
• Summer - displaying its bold hues in full bloom under the care of the nurturing sunlight, and
• Fall - the cool crisp air that encompasses the blazing brilliance of the fall foliage as nature prepares once again in the cycle of life.

To become a legend, a young groundhog must unravel a shocking secret to stop a weather catastrophe.

When a mysterious flood strikes the small mining town of Punxsutawney, Junior the groundhog embarks on a journey to uncover why nature itself has turned on his people. As Junior and his new friends adventure through the fantastical world of Erda, he realizes that there's more to his family and their weather-controlling powers than he ever imagined.

Junior desperately searches for legendary animal Guardians who have always offered help in times of need, but the evil raven overlord Callidus fights to protect a secret that could change Erda forever.

Guided by the wisdom of Jill, an ingenious hedgehog, Junior's voyage becomes more than a quest for answers. It's a journey of self-discovery, responsibility, and redemption. As the story unfolds, Junior faces hard truths about climate change and the environment, the weight of legacy, and the magic of storytelling. Can he step out of his father's shadow to save the world?

For those who reveled in the action of Redwall by Brian Jacques or the legend of the Guardians of Ga'Hoole by Kathyn Lasky, The Great Weather Diviner is a fractured fairy tale with a rich tapestry of fantasy, adventure, and enlightenment. This middle grade adventure is also beloved by older readers looking for an exciting story with a message.

Will Junior harness the power of his past to shape Erda's future? Find out in this epic fantasy adventure for a new generation of middle-grade dreamers! Get your copy of The Great Weather Diviner now!

Winner at the 2016 Moonbeam Children's Book Awards. A piece of strange news causes a great uproar in the forest. Bear has entrusted a dream to White Owl: FLY! An emotional tale about the benefits of teamwork, and the importance of fighting for your dreams, however impossible they may seem.

That morning, the animals in the forest discover that Bear has confided a secret to Owl: "Bear wants to fly!" Amazed by the news, some animals think that Bear's dream is impossible, unattainable, but there are many others determined to try to help his friend and fulfill his dream. Although not all of them agree, there is something more important than their own opinions, something that unites them all, and that is their love and trust for their friend Bear. Whatever the result, why not give it a try? The animals, excited to do everything in their power to help their friend, come up with a plan… As the sun begins to rise over the forest, the excited Raccoon wakes up Bear. The mission is about to begin!

Ganador en los Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards en 2016. Una extraña noticia causa un gran alboroto en el bosque. Oso ha confiado un sueño a Lechuza Blanca: ¡VOLAR! Una emotiva historia que nos hará reflexionar sobre las ventajas del trabajo en equipo y la importancia de luchar por los sueños, por imposibles que parezcan.

Esa mañana, los animales del bosque descubren que Oso le ha confiado un secreto a lechuza blanca: «Oso sueña con volar». Algunos animales piensan que el sueño de Oso es inalcanzable, pero hay muchos otros decididos a intentar ayudar a su amigo y a cumplir su sueño. Aunque no estén de acuerdo, hay algo que les une más allá de todas las opiniones: su amor y confianza por su amigo Oso. Sea cual sea el resultado, ¿por qué no intentarlo? Los animales, entusiasmados por hacer todo lo que esté en su mano y echar una mano a su amigo, elaboran un plan… Cuando despunta el alba, Mapache, emocionado, despierta a Oso. ¡Empieza la misión!

Following on from the success of Hija and Hijo, from the same creative team comes Hermanos. This lyrical, stunning picture book is a warm-hearted tribute to siblings and their magical bond, with stunning art by award-winning illustrator Sonja Wimmer.

It’s true that sometimes we fight when we want to play with the same toys. But when night falls, we snuggle up together and fall asleep while we read fairy tales to each other. We’re similar in so many ways! And we’re different in others. But one thing is for sure, and that is that we’ll always be there to help each other out. It doesn’t matter if stormy nights or evening shadows come to visit us. As long as we are together, we will get through them. We’ve learned so many things together, and discovered that the day and the night, even though they seem so different, form a part of the same melody.

Hermanos is an inclusive picture book, both for boys and girls, for brothers by blood and for brothers of life. Both sisters and brothers appear in this magic tale that will delight the little ones in the house.

Tras el éxito de Hija e Hijo, llega Hermanos, un cuento que nos llenará el corazón. Un tributo a los hermanos y al vínculo tan especial que existe entre ellos, ilustrado por la galardonada ilustradora Sonja Wimmer.

Los hermanos y hermanas juegan juntos, se pelean, se abrazan, ríen y lloran. Pero, por encima de todo, permanecen unidos por un lazo invisible que los acompaña en el camino de la vida. De los creadores de esta premiada saga (Hija e Hijo) llega esta tierna historia que nos hace vivir el día a día de las hermanas y los hermanos, sus sueños, sus desafíos, sus problemas y sus reencuentros. Una delicia para que los niños se lean entre ellos, o para que se queden dormidos con una sonrisa mientras lo escuchan de las voces de sus mamás y papás. Una declaración de amor universal a ese mágico vínculo que ha sido creado en las mismísimas estrellas.

Hermanos es un libro inclusivo, tanto para niños, como para niñas, para hermanos del mismo vientre y para hermanos de la vida. En las ilustraciones y en el texto aparecen tanto hermanas como hermanos, y hará las delicias de los peques de la casa.

Grandparents — Selected for Chicago Public Library’s Best of the Best books of 2023 (#cplbest).

“My grandparents are all around me in many ways. I feel them in the wind and in the flight of the butterflies.”

The fifth instalment of the award-winning “Family Love” collection.

How do you explain all the things that grandparents contribute to our lives?

This title pays tribute to the special relationship between grandchildren and their grandparents, where each page conveys all the love and complicity that make this family bond so special.

Beautiful artwork pays homage to those who guide our steps with wisdom and love.

A magical tale, full of colour and beauty; a book to love, to share, and to cherish those precious moments.

For children to enjoy the priceless moment of reading a story together with their grandparents.

Seleccionado por Chicago Public Library’s Best of the Best books of 2023 (#cplbest).

“Mis abuelos están a mi alrededor de muchas formas. Los siento en el viento y en el vuelo de las mariposas.”

Llega la quinta entrega de la premiada colección “Amor de familia”.

¿Cómo explicar todo aquello que los abuelos aportan a nuestras vidas?

Con este título se rinde homenaje a la especial relación que se da entre los nietos y sus abuelos, donde cada página transmite el amor y la complicidad que hacen tan especial ese vínculo familiar.

A través de maravillosos trazos se venera a quienes guían nuestros pasos con sabiduría y amor.

Una mágica historia, llena de color y belleza, que nos brinda una lectura para amar, compartir y rememorar esos preciados momentos.

Para que los niños disfruten con sus abuelos del valioso momento de leer un cuento.

Johanna Spyri's timeless classic from the Alps, told in beautiful illustrations by a Swiss papercut artist

Heidi, with more than 50 million copies sold around the world, is one of the bestselling books of all time. A global treasure, Heidi was inscribed on the International Memory of the World Register of UNESCO in 2023. 

For the first time, Swiss illustrator, Carole Aufranc, has captured the timeless classic of the girl in the Alps in a series of only 30 simple and beautiful illustrations. The illustrated adaptation will excite young readers as they follow Heidi and her uncle in the mountains amongst their goats, then on to her challenges far away, and finally her triumphant return. This version will delight anyone who loves Heidi as well as those who haven't yet gotten the chance to hear her heartwarming story.

• The Kitsune, a freaky fox with paranormal powers
• The Kasa-obake, a one-eyed one-legged umbrella with a long, slithery tongue
• Kurokamikiri, a shaggy bearlike beast that sneaks up on you and cuts your hair
• Nuppeppo, a flabby, wrinkly blob that lives in graveyards and smells of rotten meat
• Hanako, a bathroom-dwelling ghost girl
• And many more!

Pía extraña a Chepina todos los días. Desde que murió su abuelita, Pía no está segura de lo que siente, solo quiere estar cerca de ella otra vez.

Un día, buscando entre sus cosas, Pía y su mejor amigo, Santiago, encuentran un libro que los llevará hasta un bosque mágico donde las nubes lloran, las piedras hablan y los insectos hacen música.

Guiados por ti, Pía y Santiago comienzan una fantástica aventura en la que reconocerán sus emociones y elegirán qué camino tomar en este bosque encantado.

Incorporando técnicas de respiración que ayudan a los pequeños a identificar y gestionar sus emociones, así como canciones originales que los acompañarán en su travesía, El bosque de las emociones (The Forest of Emotions) es una herramienta de integración emocional inigualable para niños de entre 5 a 8 años.

ENGLISH DESCRIPTION

Pía misses Chepina every single day. Since her grandmother passed away, Pía isn’t sure what she feels—she just wants to be close to her again.

One day, while searching through her things, Pía and her best friend Santiago discover a book that takes them to a magical forest where clouds cry, stones speak, and insects make music.

Guided by you, Pía and Santiago begin a fantastic adventure where they’ll explore their emotions and choose which path to take through this enchanted forest.

Incorporating breathing techniques that help children identify and manage their emotions, along with original songs to accompany them on their journey, El bosque de las emociones (The Forest of Emotions) is a one-of-a-kind emotional integration tool for children ages 5 to 8.

Words are powerful. Words spread truth. Words turn to action. Words matter in this lyrical account of the White Rose Resistance.

The White Rose Resistance was the German student movement that used the power of the written word to speak out against the Nazis during World War II. They worked in secret to distribute leaflets condemning the government’s actions at a time when doing so meant putting your life at risk.

The story follows siblings Hans and Sophie Scholl, who were instrumental members of the resistance. Words Matter transports readers through the world the siblings inhabited, from their idyllic childhood to becoming leaders in the Hitler Youth groups; the Nuremberg Rally; witnessing the arrests and murders of innocent people; and finally emerging as leaders of the White Rose Resistance — while still believing in the goodness that lived in the hearts of the German people. The Scholl siblings were arrested and executed in 1943 but their legacy, and the words of the Resistance, live on.

Written in verse and strikingly illustrated for middle-grade readers, Words Matter brings to life an unforgettable true story of nonviolent resistance. Hans and Sophie’s story demonstrates the enduring power of words, especially in times of propaganda and fear.

Includes a historical note.

Key Text Features

author's note

further reading

historical context

illustrations

Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.7

Make connections between the text of a story or drama and a visual or oral presentation of the text, identifying where each version reflects specific descriptions and directions in the text.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.4

Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative language such as metaphors and similes.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.3

Describe how a particular story's or drama's plot unfolds in a series of episodes as well as how the characters respond or change as the plot moves toward a resolution.

A collection of poetry by one of the greatest Indigenous poets of the Americas about the vanished world of his childhood — that of the Maya K’iche’.

Aquí era el paraíso / Here Was Paradise is a selection of poems written by the great Maya poet Humberto Ak’abal. They evoke his childhood in and around the Maya K’iche’ village of Momostenango, Guatemala, and also describe his own role as a poet of the place.

Ak’abal writes about children, and grandfathers, and mothers, and animals, and ghosts, and thwarted love, and fields, and rains, and poetry, and poverty, and death.

The poetry was written for adults but can also be read and loved by young people, especially in this collection, beautifully illustrated by award-winning Guatemalan-American illustrator Amelia Lau Carling.

Ak’abal is famous worldwide as one of the great contemporary poets in the Spanish language, and one of the greatest Indigenous poets of the Americas. Ak’abal first composed his poems in K’iche’ in his mind before writing them down in Spanish.

Key Text Features

foreword

biographical information

poems

translation

Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts:

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.2
Determine a theme of a story, drama, or poem from details in the text; summarize the text.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.4
Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative language such as metaphors and similes.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.5
Explain how a series of chapters, scenes, or stanzas fits together to provide the overall structure of a particular story, drama, or poem.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.5.7
Analyze how visual and multimedia elements contribute to the meaning, tone, or beauty of a text (e.g., graphic novel, multimedia presentation of fiction, folktale, myth, poem).

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.2
Determine a theme or central idea of a text and how it is conveyed through particular details; provide a summary of the text distinct from personal opinions or judgments.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.6.5
Analyze how a particular sentence, chapter, scene, or stanza fits into the overall structure of a text and contributes to the development of the theme, setting, or plot.

Un paraguas, mil historias. Porque la lluvia no es el fin, sino el comienzo de la aventura.

Un libro lleno de imaginación que nos muestra cómo un simple paraguas puede convertirse en un mundo de posibilidades. ¡Ideal para soñadores!

Para quien mira sin ver, estos son solo paraguas, pero ante los abiertos ojos mágicos de la infancia, son mucho, mucho más.

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A umbrella, a thousand stories. Because rain is not the end, but the beginning of the adventure.

A book full of imagination that shows us how a simple umbrella can become a world of possibilities. Perfect for dreamers!

For those who look without seeing, these are just umbrellas, but to the wide-open magical eyes of childhood, they are much, much more.

Petunia y sus rayas perdidas. Porque lo que nos hace especiales no siempre está a la vista.

Una historia sobre la identidad y la autoaceptación, que nos enseña que ser diferente es algo que debemos celebrar. ¡Inspirador y lleno de color!

Petunia es una hermosa cebra a la que un día se le caen las rayas debido a un fuerte estornudo. Ahora no sabe cómo resolver este gran problema. Nadie la reconocerá...

Después de todo, una cebra sin rayas no es una cebra, ¿o sí?

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Petunia and Her Lost Stripes—Because What Makes Us Special Isn’t Always Visible.

A story about identity and self-acceptance, teaching us that being different is something to celebrate. Inspiring and full of color!

Petunia is a beautiful zebra who, one day, loses her stripes after a powerful sneeze. Now, she doesn’t know how to solve this big problem. No one will recognize her...

After all, a zebra without stripes isn’t a zebra… or is she?

DESCUBRE EL MUNDO Y SUS MISTERIOS EN COMPAÑÍA DEL SEÑOR AGUA Y SUS AMIGOS.

En el mar, el Señor Agua salpica a grandes y pequeños; en otoño, se convierte en lluvia intensa y en invierno, se transforma en nieve y te produce escalofríos. ¡Qué largo es el viaje del Señor Agua!

¡CON ACTIVIDADES EN EL INTERIOR PARA APRENDER Y DIVERTIRSE!

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DISCOVER THE WORLD AND ITS MYSTERIES WITH MR. WATER AND HIS FRIENDS.

In the sea, Mr. Water splashes both young and old; in autumn, he turns into heavy rain, and in winter, he transforms into snow and gives you chills. What a long journey Mr. Water has!

WITH ACTIVITIES INSIDE TO LEARN AND HAVE FUN!

The epic game begins!

That night, as agreed, the two children ask the moon: “Please let our snowpals play soccer.” Then each child adds a secret wish upon the stars: “I wish that my snowpal wins the soccer match!” 

After the storm and after the children build snowmen comes a whimsical tale. In the light of moon and stars, the snowpals come to life to play an epic game of soccer. A story of joy and the delight of play for all children. A primer in sportsmanship in English and French, this analogue book, illustrated with stitch and seam, harkens back to an era before the uniformity of computer generated illustrations.

Today my mom and dad drop me off at preschool for the very first time. They think I’ll have fun, but they’re wrong! At first, I’m super sad, but the teacher is nice, the snacks are tasty, and there’s lots of stuff to do. Maybe I just need time?

This heartfelt book captures the emotions of a child’s first big step into daycare or preschool, and helps them navigate this important milestone with reassurance and understanding.

In 2023, 878,500 individuals immigrated to the United States. 105,420 of them were from Mexico, making it the leading country of naturalizations. Many of these people are children who struggle to find relatable and positive stories like the ones provided by The Boy From Mexico Becomes a U.S. Citizen.

This book continues the story of Luz, the character of Edward Dennis’s The Boy From Mexico Becomes a Farm Worker and The Boy From Mexico: An Immigration Story. In The Boy From Mexico Becomes a U.S. Citizen, Luz tells the story of gaining US citizenship and the emotions involved in this difficult process.

Edward Dennis is a leading advocate for immigrants coming to the United States from Central and South America. His work as an author and illustrator supports children and offers guidance to families and children who are coming to the US. Edward has also worked with organizations that support farm workers in the US, including UFW Foundation. As a Mexican American and Indigenous person, Edward finds it extremely important to tell stories that highlight his people.

Winner at the 2016 Gellet Burgess Award - Society & Culture at the 2016 International Latino Book Awards.

Lucy’s Light is a tale about the importance of shining as brightly as you can, with the light that we all carry within us and makes us unique.

Lucy is the youngest member of a family of fireflies. She wants to shine like all the others, but she’s too little to head off to light up the forest. Finally, after waiting and waiting, it is Lucy’s turn. She is ready! She can head off to light up the forest, but something is stopping her.

The following evening, when it’s time to set off, Lucy's excitement disappears, and she doesn’t want to leave. Fortunately, her family supports her and encourages her to shine bright and trust herself no matter what. Being aware of one’s talent is difficult, but we must remember that we are unique, and we have so much to share!

Winner at the 2016 Gellet Burgess Award - Society & Culture and at the 2016 International Latino Book Awards. This is a tale all about how important it is to shine as brightly as you can, with the light that we all carry within us and makes us unique.

Lucy is the youngest member of a family of fireflies. She wants to shine like all the others, but she’s too little to head off to light up the forest. Finally, one night, after waiting and waiting, it is Lucy’s turn. She is ready! She can head off to light up the forest, but something is stopping her.

The following evening, when it’s time to set off, Lucy's excitement disappears and she doesn’t want to leave. Fortunately, her family support her and encourage her to shine bright and trust herself no matter what. Being aware of one’s talent is difficult, but we have to remember that we are unique, and we have so much to share!

Premiado en Estados Unidos en los Gellet Burgess Awards - Sociedad y Cultura y en los International Latino Book Awards en 2016. Una historia sobre lo importante que es brillar lo más intensamente posible con la luz que todos llevamos dentro y que nos hace únicos.

Lucía es la menor de una familia de luciérnagas. Quiere brillar como lo hacen las demás, pero es demasiado pequeña para iluminar el bosque. Por fin, una noche, después de esperar y esperar, a Lucía le llega su momento. ¡Al fin está lista! Podrá salir e iluminar el bosque con sus compañeros, pero algo la detiene.

La noche siguiente, cuando llega el momento de partir, la emoción de Lucy desaparece y no quiere marcharse de casa. Afortunadamente, su familia la apoya y la anima a brillar y confiar en sí misma pase lo que pase. Ser consciente del talento de uno es difícil, pero debemos recordar que somos únicos y ¡tenemos mucho que compartir!

Sometimes fear and shyness can isolate us from the world. This tender story, printed on stone paper, reminds us of the importance of believing in yourself and in true friendship.

Valeria is a little bunny who loves learning new things and go to school. She has a great time counting all the fingers of her hand and pronouncing the names of the colors of a sparkling rainbow. However, Valeria is very very shy and she tries not to stand down by speaking softly that hardly anyone could hear her. She didn’t know the power that was in her laugh, and she held it in, so it wouldn’t escape, the strength of her hugs and her kisses, which she kept all to herself.

Valeria always walked looking down at the ground, and that's why she never stumbled! She recognized all of her classmates not by their faces… but by their shoes! But when she least expects it, her inseparable hat flies away, and then Valeria is forced to look up and watch everything that she had missed up to that moment.

A veces el miedo y la timidez nos aíslan del mundo. Esta hermosa historia, impresa en papel de piedra, nos recuerda la importancia de creer en uno mismo y en la verdadera amistad.

Valeria es una pequeña conejita que le encanta aprender e ir a la escuela. Se lo pasa en grande contando con todos los dedos de su mano y decir en voz alta los nombres de los colores que conforman el arcoíris. Sin embargo, Valeria es muy muy tímida y por eso intenta llamar la atención lo menos posible y hablar bajito para que no la oigan. No sabía el poder que tenía su risa y la sujetaba con firmeza para no dejarla escapar, ni tampoco conocía la fuerza que llevaban su beso y su abrazo, por eso los mantenía bien guardados.

Valeria siempre caminaba mirando al suelo ¡y por eso nunca tropezaba! Conocía a todos sus compañeros de clase no por sus caras… ¡sino por sus zapatos! Pero cuando menos se lo espera, su inseparable sombrero echa a volar, y entonces Valeria se ve obligada a echar la vista hacia arriba y contemplar todo lo que se había perdido hasta ese momento.

The King of Ireland's Son sets out to find the Enchanter of the Black Back-Lands and meets the Enchanter's daughter, Fedelma. His adventures lead him to the Land of the Mist, the Town of the Red Castle, and the worlds of Gilly of the Goatskin, the Hags of the Long Teeth, Princess Flame-of-Wine, and the Giant Crom Duv.

This is a true Irish wonder tale: a coming of age story of the youngest son of the King of Ireland who sets off on an impossible quest. The stories weave together, stories within stories, in a fantastic tapestry of humor, poetry, action and adventure. Perfect for reading aloud at bedtime, generations of children have loved Padraic Colum's unmatched storytelling.

Babes in Toyland (1903) is a libretto by Glen MacDonough. Written for an operetta composed by Victor Herbert, MacDonough’s libretto is a story for children and adults alike. Taking inspiration from beloved Mother Goose nursery rhymes, MacDonough crafted an American classic that has been adapted countless times for theater, film, and television.

As though losing their parents wasn’t traumatic enough, Alan and Jane are forced to live with their wicked Uncle Barnaby. When he becomes aware of the massive fortune they stand to inherit, he hatches a plan to get them out of the way. Sent to sea with sailors Gonzorgo and Roderigo, Alan and Jane are soon lost in a terrible shipwreck. Somehow, they survive and are taken to the garden of Contrary Mary—who had nearly been forced to marry Barnaby. When their Uncle discovers their location, Alan and Jane are kidnapped and taken to the Forest of No Return, where a benevolent queen offers to protect them from the treacherous Spider’s Den. Eventually, the children make their way to Toyland, where they must make a final stand against Barnaby and the Master Toymaker. Babes in Toyland is a tale of romance and adventure from Glen MacDonough, a legendary figure of early Broadway.

This edition of Glen MacDonough’s Babes in Toyland is a classic of American children’s fiction reimagined for modern readers.

Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.

With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.

The Story of the Treasure Seekers (1899) is a children’s novel by English writer Edith Nesbit. The first book in Nesbit’s beloved Bastable trilogy—which also includes The Wouldbegoods (1901) and The New Treasure Seekers (1904)—The Story of the Treasure Seekers is a story of family, adventure, and mystery for children and adults alike.

The Bastable siblings—Dora, Oswald, Dicky, Alice, Noel, and Horace Octavius—are clever and curious children who live with their widowed father. When their mother died, their father became ill and lost his successful business, forcing the family to live modestly. Inspired by stories of buried gold and jewels—and hoping to help their struggling father—the Bastable children decide to go searching for treasure. Their adventure soon takes them to London, where they abandon digging for the allure of paying work. The Bastables come up with several schemes to make money, including writing poetry, banditry, and starting a newspaper, in the process discovering the power of imagination and the true value of home. The Story of the Treasure Seekers is a masterpiece of children’s fiction from Edith Nesbit, one of the twentieth century’s children’s authors. Originally published as a series of stories in several different periodicals, The Story of the Treasure Seekers was Nesbit’s first novel for children. It would go on to influence both Arthur Ransome and C.S. Lewis, and is a favorite of J.K. Rowling’s..

Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.

With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.

The expanded story of orphan Sara Crewe and her stay at Miss Minchin’s Seminary for Young Ladies where she’s subjected to neglect and unnecessary cruelty. Despite the circumstances, Sara’s imagination becomes a source escapism and much-needed comfort.

Sara Crewe is the daughter of a wealthy military captain who serves in India. While stationed abroad, he enrolls his daughter in Miss Minchin’s Seminary for Young Ladies. He plans for her to receive a superior education in an affluent environment. Yet, when tragedy strikes, Sara loses her father and his fortune. She’s stripped of her luxuries and forced into a life of servitude. She is constantly ridiculed by Miss Minchin but maintains her dignity and positive spirt. Sara passes the time by making up magical stories, easing the pain of her daily struggles.

For more than a century, A Little Princess has captivated the imaginations of children all over the world. It centers a young protagonist whose perseverance is only matched by her kindness. This remarkable story has been adapted multiple times including the 1939 film starring Shirley Temple as Sara.

Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.

With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.

The story of how one small creature can have a powerful effect for her and her friends using the power of restraint, kindness, and respect.

2023 Nominee, Patricia Gallagher Children’s Choice Award

"Could there be a more Oregon picture book than one starring a slug who does yoga? Oregon author Stephanie Shaw's quirky protagonist stars in a story in which her sly sweetness carries the day when her animal friends' speed, strength and size all fail against a protective gardener. Mixed-media illustrations by Fiona Lee enhance Sylvia's elegant solution."
—The Oregonian

"Shaw's evocative descriptions of the flora and fauna will engage young readers and the author's note gives factual information about slugs and their value to the garden's ecosystem. Lee's mixed-media illustrations have a sophisticated palette with an aesthetic that grown-up fans of Anna Rifle Bond will appreciate. The balance between boisterous action and meditative zen makes this title a standout among yoga picture books. A fun, frolicking tale, and welcome addition to picture book collections, that sneaks in an etiquette lesson without feeling overly didactic."
—School Library Journal

"Confident in her own brand of quiet strength, Sylvia's way teaches kids that there are different kinds of strength. And that often, the best way to solve a problem is not with physical strength, but with patience and words. Stephanie Shaw and Fiona Lee's depiction of this unlikely hero is sure to find fans among yoga and garden enthusiasts. Lee's expressive art is a perfect complement to Shaw's simple and satisfying story. The earthy color palette allows Sylvia's 'slime' trail of silvery, shiny gloss to take center stage, keeping even the youngest readers entranced. Throw in some fun yoga poses, and this book makes a delightful, interactive read-aloud."
—Good Reads with Ronna

"This cute story is brought to life by adorable pictures (the people and animals are very expressive) and even the shiny slime trail Sylvia leaves behind."
—Youth Services Review

Sylvia is as small as your pinky finger and as slow as a. . . slug! She can't run or jump or fly like her animal friends. They hatch a plot to sneak into the bountiful garden.

But Sylvia has her own way of doing things—one that will make all the difference.

The Green Fairy Book is a notable addition to Andrew Lang’s collection of children’s literature with international stories that include both Chinese and Spanish fables. It’s a delightful selection of the genre’s most memorable tales. Originally published in 1892, Andrew Lang combines a premier collection of children’s stories for The Green Fairy Book. Similar to his previous entries, this version features tales that have been passed down from generation to generation. Some of them include “The Blue Bird,” “The Enchanted Watch,” Little One-Eye, Little Two-Eyes, And Little Three-Eyes,” as well as “The Three Little Pigs and “The Three Bears.” This is a vibrant retelling of classic fairy tales that continue to stand the test of time. Andrew Lang is best known for his impressive series of children’s fables. The Green Fairy Book helped solidify his place a master storyteller in the juvenile genre. His compelling prose and vivid imagery make this collection a standout amongst its peers. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Green Fairy Book is both modern and readable.

Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.

With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.

Watch as a hidden garden blooms in this illustrated picture book edition of The Secret Garden, a story about nature, friendship, and new beginnings.

Orphan Mary Lennox is sour and miserable when she arrives at Misselthwaite Manor. With the help of a clever robin, a mysterious key, and a new friend, Mary discovers a neglected garden and a lonely boy named Colin. Together the children bring life to the garden and joy to one another.

Young readers don’t need to grow up to enjoy the enchantment of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s The Secret Garden. Crafted for young audiences by Saviour Pirotta and Alessandra Fusi, this exciting adaptation brings the classic novel to life. Beautiful illustrations throughout and foil on the cover make this a book to cherish for a lifetime.

Give your child the world’s greatest characters and stories—now in picture book format. With beautiful art and fresh storytelling, Classic Stories introduces young readers to timeless literature, from favorite folktales to beloved novels. Collect all 17 classic stories!

Black Goat and Yellow Dog live together in the country and they regularly have grand adventures.

In The Adventures of Black Goat and Yellow Dog, Maggie the Magpie challenges Black Goat to meet the Bear who lives down the road. Maggie knows Black Goat is afraid of everything.

Black Goat has a best friend, Yellow Dog, who not only joins him on adventures , but is also a steady force in his life. When Maggie challenges Black Goat, he is afraid but knows Yellow Dog will help him face his fears and find the Bear. Along the way, they meet others in the neighborhood.

How Steven the Bear invented S’mores is a fun camping story with Steven and his friends. They hike, camp, find animals, bird watch, and, on this particular adventure, Steven accidentally invents the amazing treat of S’mores.

Count down to the most exciting and spooky night of the year with this celebration of fun and familiar Halloween characters.

The night was dark and the moon was bright. Everyone wanted some fun and a fright. But all through the town, no spooks could be seen... HOW MANY SLEEPS ‘TIL HALLOWEEN?

In the haunted house on Scary Street, Boo was ironing his best sheet. He wanted to look smart and clean . . . Just 10 more nights ‘til Halloween.

Skelly blew his dusty nose, and rubbed the cobwebs off his toes. He polished his bones to a shiny sheen . . . Just 9 more nights ‘til Halloween.

Join your favorite Halloween characters in the haunted house on Scary Street, and find out how they are counting down to the spookiest night of the year! Featuring a vampire, skeleton, ghost, zombie, witch, and more, each character is getting ready for Halloween. Will they cause mischief and mayhem, or do they just want to join in with the trick-or-treating fun?

“Olive and Aunty Jen are making a sunshine pie for
a picnic with friends, but how do you turn sunshine into pie?...a sweet look at
relatives working together to make a treat for their friends….Edmonds’
illustrations are bright and cheerful. A low-key tale that’s tasty whether it’s
sunny or rainy.”—Kirkus Reviews
'Sunshine! We're making a sunshine pie.'

Olive and Aunty Jen are going to make a special pie for their picnic in the garden. It's a SUNSHINE pie! But how do you catch the sun and put it in a pie? Olive is going to find out.
Join them in the supermarket and as they pick their own fruit at the farm, before heading back home to bake. But storm clouds are building – will rain ruin their picnic? It is, after all, a sunshine pie...
Drawing on themes of intergenerational friendship and the value of community, this cozy story journeys from farm to table and teaches us that the best stories, like pies, are made for sharing.
A warm-hearted picture book with a recipe at the back so you too can make your very own sunshine pie!

A beautiful gift collection of some of Elsa Beskow's best-loved books.

Enter the world of Elsa Beskow, 'Sweden's Beatrix Potter', and meet a cast of enchanting characters from Jack Frost to woodland elves.

This stunning gift box includes mini editions of Elsa Beskow's classic books Children of the Forest, The Flowers' Festival, Pelle's New Suit and Woody, Hazel and Little Pip as well as an exclusive edition of Princess Sylvie.

One of Scandinavia's most famous illustrators, Elsa Beskow's stories of little folk and magical kingdoms have captured the imagination of children for generations. This charming collection is a lovely addition to any child's bookshelf.

Another beautiful box set including: Peter in Blueberry Land, Around the Year, Ollie's Ski Trip and The Sun Egg, as well as the never-before available mini edition of Emily and Daisy, is also available.

A beautiful gift collection of some of Elsa Beskow's best-loved books.

Enter the world of Elsa Beskow, 'Sweden's Beatrix Potter', and meet a cast of enchanting characters from Jack Frost to woodland elves.

This stunning gift box includes mini editions of Elsa Beskow's classic books Peter in Blueberry Land, Around the Year, Ollie's Ski Trip and The Sun Egg, and an exclusive edition of Emily and Daisy.

One of Scandinavia's most famous illustrators, Elsa Beskow's stories of little folk and magical kingdoms have captured the imagination of children for generations. This charming collection is a lovely addition to any child's bookshelf.

Another beautiful box set including: Children of the Forest, The Flowers' Festival, Pelle's New Suit and Woody, Hazel and Little Pip as well as a never-before available mini edition of Princess Sylvie, is also available.

There's more to Scotland than Nessie! Other magical monsters have their stories told by a Carnegie-medal winner.

Mysterious selkies, bad-tempered giants, devious fairies and even Loch Ness's most famous resident -- these are the mythical beasts of Scottish folklore.

In the highly anticipated companion volume to the much-loved An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales, award-winning children’s author Theresa Breslin brings together a stunning collection of tales from across Scotland.

Alternately humorous, poignant and thrilling, each story is brought to life with exquisite illustrations by Scottish fine artist Kate Leiper.

A wonderful gift, this is a truly stunning book to be treasured for a lifetime and will be enjoyed by parents and grandparents as well as children.

Slithering stoorworms, mischievious brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies -- these are the creatures of Scottish folklore.

Award-winning children's author Theresa Breslin has collected the best-loved tales from all over Scotland. Retelling each in its own individual style, she presents funny tales, moving tales and enchanting fairy tales. Soar with the goshawk, dive with selkies and battle with the stoorworm, as each story is brought to life with exquisite illustrations by Scottish fine artist Kate Leiper, which brim with otherworldly beauty.

A wonderful gift, this is a truly stunning book to be treasured for a lifetime and will be enjoyed by parents and grandparents as well as children.

Longlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2013.

You've met Gnomeo and Juliet and Gnome Alone, now meet Griswald!

Griswald is a little gnome who lives in the rain gutter. The one day, a storm washes him down the drainpipe into an old rain barrel. At first, Griswald is unsure about his new home, but soon he meets all the animals, birds and plants that live in the garden and has wonderful adventures with his new friends.

Through the seasons, Griswald explores a whole new world in the garden, gets into sticky situations, helps his new companions and even learns to dance!

Perfect for bedtime, each easy-to-read chapter tells a different story of Griswald's adventures and is filled with beautiful illustrations of lively gnomes and sprites, colorful plants and flowers, and characterful animals and birds.

This delightful chapter storybook from Daniela Drescher, the much-loved creator of In the Land of Fairies and the Little Fairy series, will enchant and entertain children everywhere.

Mini edition of the bestselling story perfect for fans of the Moomins, Beatrix Potter and Cicely Mary Barker�s Flower Fairies

A mini gift edition of Elsa Beskow�s classic story.

A mysterious orange egg has fallen into the woods. "It's a sun egg!" declares the elf who finds it nestled on the forest floor. Soon she and her friends find out what it really is, but not before the little elf has one of the best adventures she has ever had.

A magical story from the bestselling author of In the Land of Elves

One day the Little Fairy's friend Mole shares a secret with her: he wishes that just once he could fly through the air, instead of always burrowing underground.

Faith, the Little Fairy, wants to help her friend and she knows that sometimes a fairy can make a wish come true by finding a falling star.

That night, the Little Fairy and Mole watch the sky and wait for a falling star. Will Mole's wish be granted?

Stunningly illustrated by Daniela Drescher, this magical book of transformation and wish-fulfillment will capture any child's imagination.

Encounter mythical heroes, mighty eagles and terrifying dragons in this lavishly illustrated adaptation of the classic Finnish epic.

This superb prose retelling of Finland's national folk saga is brought to life with exquisitely detailed artwork of magical creatures, snowy mountains, adventurous heroes and dark forests by renowned illustrator Pirkko-Liisa Surojegin.

Thrilling and inspiring, An Illustrated Kalevala is the perfect collection to share on a winter's night and will give a lifetime of enjoyment to children and adults alike.

A mysterious orange egg has fallen into the woods. "It's a sun egg!" declares the elf who finds it nestled on the forest floor. Soon she and her friends discover what it really is; but not before the sun egg is lost and little elf begins a wonderful adventure.

This is a delightful story for young children about imagination and discovery from the world-renowned Swedish author–illustrator Elsa Beskow.

This wonderful new edition of The Sun Egg faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.

A charming Astrid Lindgren bedtime story available for the first time in English

It's bedtime, and across the land everyone is settling down to sleep. The cows are lying down in their fields, the rabbits are snug in their burrows, and the birds are resting on their branches. Except someone isn't quite ready to close their eyes just yet...

A curious cat gently wanders through midsummer fields, forests and dusky Swedish landscapes as the sun slowly sets. When will he be ready to sleep?

Written by Astrid Lindgren, the bestselling author of Pippi Longstocking, and accompanied by luminous artwork from award-winning illustrator Marit Tornqvist, this soothing story is perfect for sharing with young children at bedtime.

A charming wintery board book, full of seasonal detail and the warmth of friendship.

Winter has arrived, and the forest is covered in snow. But with the tree branches bare and the grass frozen, what will the forest animals eat?

Norbert the Winter Gnome decides to visit his hungry friends, trekking through the icy forest to bring each of them a delicious gift.

From Daniela Drescher, the much-loved creator of Pippa and Pelle and In the Land of Fairies, this beautifully illustrated board book about friendship and kindness is full of seasonal detail that will captivate very young readers.

Classic nature tale in art nouveau style. Perfect for fans of Cicely Mary Barker�s Flower Fairies

"Under the ground, deep in the earth among the roots of the trees, the little root children were fast asleep all winter long..."

When spring comes, it's time for the root children ndash; snowdrop, forget-me-not, buttercup, daisy and poppy ndash; to wake up! There are new dresses to sew, and insects to be painted.

When summer comes, the root children are free to play in the beautiful fields, ponds and meadows. But when autumn comes and the cold wind starts to blow, it's time to go back to their cosy home below ground.

Sibylle von Olfers' classic story has been loved by generations of children. It's also available in a mini-format edition and a board book for very little hands.

All through winter the root children sleep underground. When spring comes Mother Nature wakes them up, and they get ready to go outside into the sunshine with the beetles, bees and ladybirds. They play in the forest with the butterflies. In summer they dance in the meadow and by the stream. When Fall comes and the cold wind starts to blow, Mother Earth calls them back underground to go to sleep for the winter.

The classic, seasonal Story of the Root Children is presented for the first time as a board book for very young children. While the overall story remains the same, the language has been simplified. All of the beautiful original illustrations are included, with some sympathetically adapted to fit the new format.

Princess Sylvie and her father, the king, leave the palace gardens for a walk in the woods. Then Oskar the dog runs off after a long-eared hare and Sylvie's adventures begin. What will they find hiding in the forest?

This is a delightful story for young children about exploring new places and making new friends from the world-renowned Swedish author–illustrator Elsa Beskow.

This wonderful new edition of Princess Sylvie faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.

Elsa Beskow's charming illustrations bring to life this classic Hans Christian Andersen tale of a thumb-sized girl who has big adventures.

Thumbelina is so small she sleeps in a walnut shell bed with a rose petal sheet. One day, a toad steals her away from her home and keeps her captive on a lilypad, until some fish set her free to find her way through the countryside.

This wonderful new edition of Thumbelina faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.

Discover fantasy and magic in a vibrant, contemporary companion to The Flower Fairies

Welcome to the Land of Fairies, a hidden magical world where you'll meet kind and joyful fairies and their animal friends. Each fairy is special -- you'll find them greeting springtime flowers, dancing on midsummer's night, watching over the night creatures and sharing berries with chirping birds.

This lyrical story gently moves through the seasons with luminous illustrations capturing the character of each fairy. This vibrant picture book from bestselling international illustrator Daniela Drescher will captivate young readers who will want to return to the land of the fairies time and time again.

At the end of a street, in a little village, is Peter's old house. Peter helps everyone: mending clocks, building toy boats, and telling stories. But he is too poor to fix his falling down house. Who will help Peter when he needs them most?

This is a delightful story for young children about community spirit and helping our neighbors from the world-renowned Swedish author–illustrator Elsa Beskow.

This wonderful new edition of Peter's Old House faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.

Rosalind loves to play with her little deer in the shade of the lime tree. Then one day a hunter comes along with his dog and frightens the deer away. The poor little deer is captured by a king and kept in a golden cage. Can Rosalind persuade the king to part with his pet and set the little deer free?

This is a delightful story for young children from the world-renowned Swedish author–illustrator Elsa Beskow.

This wonderful new edition of Rosalind and the Little Deer faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.

Spend a day with the Princess and her friends in the forest. Dew children help to get her dressed, and comb her golden hair. Little moss children bring her a delicious forest breakfast, then she practises her writing with Mrs Crow, her teacher.

Next it's playtime! The Princess plays with her animal friends, the deer, hares, squirrels and birds, before telling stories to the mushroom and toadstool children. Finally, the star children light her way to bed.

This is a beautiful story in Sibylle von Olfers' classic decorative style, sure to enchant younger readers.

A sparkling winter story from the bestselling creator of much-loved In the Land of Fairies

One crisp winter morning, Pippa and Pelle wake up to find their home and garden covered in a beautiful white blanket of snow. They set off by sled and by skis to see what their animal friends are up to.

How does the wise owl stay warm? Where will the quiet deer find food? What is the busy mouse up to? Young children will love finding out what animals do in the winter.

Daniela Drescher's luminous and unique illustration style will capture any child's imagination and this magical board book is perfect for little hands.

Mini edition of the classic winter tale with art nouveau illustrations. Perfect for fans of Cicely Mary Barker's Flower Fairies.

Poppy is watching the snow fall outside her window when she realises the snowflakes are really snow children, dancing and swirling in the air. They ask Poppy to join them and whisk her away to the Snow Queen's wintery kingdom. In the sparkling ice palace, she enjoys a feast served by snowmen and dances merrily with the snow princess. And when she is tired and homesick, the Snow Queen sends Poppy safely home to her mother on a silver sleigh pulled by snow bears.

Sibylle von Olfers' vintage stories of nature children have been loved by generations. The whimsical tales are accompanied by beautiful art nouveau illustrations of characterful creatures, cheerful plants and flowers and magical little folk.

This wonderful mini gift edition of The Story of the Snow Children faithfully reproduces Olfers' classic illustrations. The Sibylle von Olfers library also includes full size editions, and board books for very young children.

An enchanting winter tale with vintage illustrations reminiscent of Elsa Beskow and Sibylle von Olfers.

Three forest gnomes journey to visit their mountain cousins, helped by dancing snow fairies and a sledge pulled by friendly squirrels. When they finally arrive there's much fun to be had – snowball fights, tobogganing and a delicious feast with the elegant Winter Queen.

First published in 1924, this is a gorgeous new edition of a classic winter story from a renowned Swiss artist.

Ollie begins a snowy adventure on his first pair of real skis in this collectable new edition of the classic picture book from world-renowned Swedish author--illustrator Elsa Beskow.

Finally, the woods are blanketed in snow and Ollie sets off for a day of fun, where he meets cheerful Jack Frost and troublesome Mrs Thaw and visits King Winter's palace. Ollie has a wonderful time skiing, skating and having a huge snowball fight until it's time to go home. How long will Ollie's winter fun last before Mrs Thaw comes again? This is a delightful snowy story for young children about embracing seasonal change from Elsa Beskow, the Beatrix Potter of Sweden.

This collectable picture book features a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.

Strong queens, wise kings, secret plots and fierce battles – discover the historic legends of Scotland's most famous monarchs in this stunning celebration of Scottish heritage by a Carnegie-medalist.

Award-winning children's author Theresa Breslin tells captivating tales of ten significant Scottish kings and queens, inspired by historical sources and ancient legends, all sumptuously illustrated by Liza Tretyakova.

Children will experience history up close – rescuing the Stone of Destiny with Scotland's first king, Kenneth McAlpin, battling at Bannockburn with Robert the Bruce, making friends with young Mary, Queen of Scots, and braving a would-be assassin with Queen Victoria.

Discover a magical world of kind and helpful elves in the vibrant companion to In the Land of Fairies and In the Land of Mermaids. A new edition of the classic picture book by bestselling illustrator Daniela Drescher.

In the land of elves, every season is special. The elves play in the spring sunshine, make a wish on a summer night, harvest fall berries and care for their animal friends in the winter snow.

This enchanting picture book will captivate young readers with its luminous illustrations and gentle evocative words.

Discover a magical world of playful and gentle mermaids in the vibrant companion to In the Land of Fairies and In the Land of Elves. A new edition of the classic picture book by bestselling illustrator Daniela Drescher.

Shimmering mermaids swim past flower stems, water nymphs doze on cool lily pads and river fairies flutter long wings. This vibrant picture book will captivate young readers with its luminous illustrations and gentle evocative words.