Malachy Doyles poetische Erzählung und Angelo Rinaldis fotorealistische Bilder laden Stadt- und Landkinder ein, einen Tag im Leben einer Kuh zu erleben. Das Bilderbuch vermittelt den Duft von Heu, das Licht eines Sommertages und die Wärme des Landlebens.
Als Jimmy MacIver und seine beste Freundin Nita „AmadansAnonymous. com“ in die Suchmaschine ihres Computers eintippen, ahnen sie noch nicht, auf welches Abenteuer sie sich einlassen. Auf dem Bildschirm erscheint plötzlich ein hässliches, koboldähnliches Wesen und stößt einen fürchterlichen Schrei aus: „Erstarrt zu Stein!“ Dann schießt blitzschnell eine knochige Hand aus dem Monitor und zieht Jimmy in die Weiten des Internets - hinein in die geheime Welt der Amadans. Doch wer sind diese seltsamen Wesen und welchen Auftrag halten sie für Jimmy und Nita bereit?
Das erste Jahr im Leben eines Fohlens: Die stimmungsvollen Ölbilder und der einfühlsame Text dieses warmherzigen Bilderbuches lassen uns die Welt mit den Augen eines Pferdes sehen. Es ist ein warmer Frühlingstag. Das Pferd steht auf der Weide und wartet. Die Kinder kommen es besuchen, doch es sind nicht die Kinder, auf die die Stute gewartet hat: Es ist ihr Fohlen, das in der Nacht geboren wird. Dieses bezaubernde Bilderbuch nimmt uns mitten hinein in die Welt eines Pferdes. Es zeigt uns die ersten Momente im Leben des kleinen Hengstes, lässt uns an seinen ersten Galoppsprüngen auf der Frühlingswiese und an seinem ersten Ausflug an der Seite seiner Mutter teilhaben und den ersten Schnee unter seinen Hufen spüren. Und es zeigt uns die Liebe seiner jungen Besitzerin, die davon träumt, eines Tages mit ihm weit, weit bis ans Meer zu galoppieren.
Book Band: Lime (Ideal for ages 6+) A charming story with a woodland setting, ideal for children practising their reading at home or in school. Dusty the fox cub can't wait for her very first spring; Dad has told her there will be a big party. All Dusty has to do is find 101 daffodils to prove it really is spring. That is a lot of flowers! Will Dusty and her friends be able to find them all? This heart-warming tale from Irish author Malachy Doyle is perfect for Key Stage 1 (KS1) children who are learning to read by themselves. It features engaging illustrations from Denise Hughes and explores the themes of seasons and plant life cycles. _______________ Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher
Molly and her dad rescue three people in trouble from a small boat off the coast. Though they speak different languages, the new arrivals quickly make friends with the islanders, who offer them somewhere to stay and some clothes and food. Just a few weeks later, a new challenge threatens this relationship, but will Molly and the islanders be able to help their new friends?
Still awake at bedtime, Little Chick embarks on a voyage to discover the secret of sleep.
This collection of seven spellbinding Irish folk tales deserves to be read aloud at every hearth. Larger-than-life characters, dramatic plot twists and a healthy dose of magical enchantment will keep readers absorbed for many happy hours. Includes glossary and pronunciation key for Irish terms.
One night, Molly realises the lighthouse isn't working and wakes up her friend Dylan to set off to help. But will Molly and Dylan be able to get the light working again in time to save their father's fishing boats?
'Full of adventure, excitement, heart and happiness, Molly and the Dolphins is just the story to keep the summer sun alive all year long.' Mary Esther Judy, Fallen Star Stories'This dramatic, beautiful picture book is about love, kindness and friendship.' Claire Hewson, Early Years Educator'Malachy Doyle’s story paired with Andrew Whitston’s beautiful illustrations, provide a rich resource through which to discuss the issues of over-fishing and polluted coastlines, the protection of sea life and the dangers of the ocean.' Kalpa GhelaniMolly’s fisherman father makes her a little dinghy and teaches her to sail. Soon Molly is scudding over the waves, with a pod of dolphins leaping all around.She helps the dolphins when one gets tangled up in a fishing net. But what will happen when it’s Molly who needs help?The dramatic and beautiful sixth book in this acclaimed series by an award-winning author/illustrator team sees young Molly take to the sea with joy, with confidence, and, as always, with kindness.
Seamus loves two things—United and ghosts! So when he hears that the spooky old castle on the hill has ghosts playing football in it, he's up there in a flash! Well, as quickly as he can go with his scaredy Granda in tow. Once they get into the castle, Seamus discovers that there are two teams kicking a ball around there—the 1948 United and Rovers cup final teams, doomed to play on until they hear the final whistle. And guess what Seamus has in his pocket? But first, there's the chance to beat the Rovers, with Seamus the star striker in place!
