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      • Trusted Partner
        History & the past: general interest (Children's/YA)

        Lotería fotográfica Mexicana

        by Jill Hartley

        How to play Mexican Bingo and other random entertainments gives an account of the text. It portrays the Mexican everyday universe: landscapes, people, customs ... The Mexican Photographic Lottery is a lesson in ethnography and art.

      • Trusted Partner
        Children's & YA
        2019

        Run, Salamader, run!

        by Masha Serdiuk (Author), Mariana Mykytiuk (Illustrator)

        Fiery salamander, rain salamander, sismoloko, lizard, kachur... these are all names given to the spotted lizard that lives in the Carpathian forests! And it is not by chance that she is called fiery, as this salamander has a real superpower that comes in handy during its amazing daily adventures, helping it every time! With an exciting story, interesting facts, and colorful illustrations, this educational book will help children and adults to learn more about the magical world of nature and the inhabitants of the Carpathian forests.   From 5 to 10 years, 690 words Rightsholders: Nargis Gafurova and Anna Tiurina;  crocus.publishers@gmail.com

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        People & places (Children's/YA)
        2019

        My Most Silent Book

        by Halyna Tkachuk (Author), Nastia Sorozhynska (Illustrator)

        What to do if you love calmness and your family doesn't? Where to hide from the noise that so overwhelms our cities? Of course, you should find a secret place with completely different rules, the most important of which is to remain silent. My Most Silent Book will be a great companion for all little book lovers who like to spend time in absolute silence.   From 3 to 6 years,  323 words Rightsholders: nataliya.koval@ranok.com.ua

      • Children's & YA

        My Name is Boredom

        by Gaye Özdamar, Şeyda Ünal

        What is boredom? How does it get bigger? How do we get rid of it? Boredom is the main character of this playful picture book and it has come to introduce itself to us. The author tells us in a humorous way that everyone gets bored in schools, at home, even in a playground. But in the end we all find a way to make it go away. Boredom is the one that makes us question “What should I do?” which could lead to an artistic or scientific creation, so maybe it is not such a bad thing after all.

      • Children's & YA

        Don't Stare At Me!

        by Gokce Gokceer, Pelin Turgut

        “I can be fat or too thin. I can cry in public or burst into laughter. Just don’t stare at me!” This is the story of all children who had their shares of being labeled as “different” and has been stared at. The experienced author reminds us that every one of us is unique and special no matter how different one looks or acts. A precious manifesto about embracing differences.

      • Children's & young adult: general non-fiction
        2021

        LONG LIVE LA FONTAINE!

        by Dominique Brisson and Géraldine Doulbeau

        Jean de La Fontaine, French «fabulist» and world-renowned poet will be 400 years-old in 2021! To celebrate the anniversary of his birth, here is a book full of tips and information that will appeal to children from 6 to 10. Included are portraits, quotes, chronologies, games and activities, organised around 5 major intertwined themes: His Life, Places, The Author, His Time, and Posterity.

      • Children's & YA
        May 2021

        Albert Einstein Was a Dope? (Wait! What?)

        by Dan Gutman

        Did you know that Albert Einstein was a high school dropout, and that he failed his physics class when he finally made it to college? Or that when he died, his brain and eyeballs were removed from his body? Ever wondered why his hair looked so wild? Siblings Paige and Turner do―and they’ve collected some of the kookiest and most unusual facts about the world-famous scientist, from his childhood and school days through his time studying relativity and working on the atomic bomb. Narrated by the two spirited siblings and animated by Allison Steinfeld’s upbeat illustrations, Albert Einstein Was a Dope? expertly balances authoritative information with Dan Gutman’s signature zany humor.

      • Picture books, activity books & early learning material
        January 2021

        TOLINGA, THE MOST BEAUTIFUL LOCOMOTIVE

        by Text: Juan Francisco Bascuñán / Illustrations: Carolina Monterrubio / Music: Marta Mearin

        Tolinga, a cheerful locomotive, travelled around the country transporting people and food. However one day she was unable to continue traveling, because the authorities decided to remove the rail lines, due to the arrival of buses and planes as a means of transportation. The inhabitants protested so as to save Tolinga from destruction and managed to extend its useful life as part of a museum in the city. In it Tolinga continues to transport people, but now through far away imaginary places. The final part of the book explains in simple terms the phenomenon of global warming and climate change. This book is an invitation to the youngest to act in a responsible manner, contributing to the path towards sustainability from early childhood.

      • Children's & YA
        October 2021

        The Stories Behind the Stories

        by Danielle Higley

        7 - 11 years Did you know that J.K. Rowling came up with Harry Potter while waiting for a delayed train? Or that Winnie the Pooh was inspired by a real bear who lived in the London Zoo? Or that Dav Pilkey’s teacher once ripped up his drawings as a kid and told him he’d never make a living making silly comics? (Maybe we should introduce her to Captain Underpants.) In Backstories, you’ll hear all these incredible stories about your favorite kid’s books and authors and much more! Includes full-color illustrations plus other fascinating facts and tidbits to satisfy even the most curious reader.

      • Children's & young adult: general non-fiction
        2019

        Fiesta!

        Learn How People Celebrate in America

        by Ángeles Quinteros, Ángeles Vargas

        This book wants to celebrate the cultural richness that comes from the native people and from different migration processes that vitalize our whole continent. Along with an attractive design, based on illustrations and images, the objective is to encourage children to have a positive attitude towards reading a text of greater difficulty, and thus contribute to a comprehensive education, developing reading skills and the cultural heritage of little readers. At the same time you will discover shared experiences that unite us as one great nation—like slavery or the cycles of Mother Earth—which are remembered and celebrated in ways you would never have imagined. Find out and celebrate the most interesting and beautiful festivals in America, a continent full of colors!

      • Children's & YA

        Heroes

        by Paulo Henrique Lara (author) / Elton Caetano (Ilustrator)

        Heroes? Yes, they exist and are always ready to help us, whether in heaven or at the dinner table.

      • People & places (Children's/YA)
        2021

        Life below the City

        by Ute Fuhr, Raoul Sautai

        Below the city it’s dark. You can’t see anything, but there’s lots going on! Thanks to a press-out flashlight made of card, you will be able to light up the dark pages of this book, one detail at a time. It's like magic! Explore the hidden world below the city streets. Pipes and cables bring us gas, water and electricity. A man-made river takes all our waste away. There are carparks and underground trains and hidden treasures to uncover. This title forms part of the My First Discoveries series, a unique collection of beautifully illustrated information books for children aged 4 to 7 that aims to awaken children’s interest in the wonders of the natural, physical and human world around them. There are 4 transparent overlay pages, which reveal hidden surprises, link ideas and show how things evolve.

      • Children's & YA
        March 2023

        WAS IST WAS Junior. Vol. 39 Festivities and Traditions

        by Anke Dörrzapf

        Sprinkling confetti, dressing up, hanging up fairy lights, unwrapping presents and really having a good time.There are many great occasions to celebrate together all over theworld. But why and how do we actually celebrate? Do children everywhere look for Easter eggs, what makes the cherry blossoms in Japan so special, and did Saint Martin really exist? This colorful flap book for children age 5 and up answers these and many other questions and shows the variety of celebrations and traditions from Mardi Gras to New Year's Eve to Ramadan, Hanukkah and Christmas. Whether for cultural, religious or very individual reasons - there is always a reason to celebrate together! The cheerful book is fun to read and look at and awakens anticipation for the next celebration.

      • Children's & young adult: general non-fiction
        July 2019

        My Mini Veneto & Venezia

        Alla scoperta della terra delle gondole, delle grandi ville e del carnevale

        by William Dello Russo, Monica Parussolo

        Did you know that in Veneto there are ancient forests and Mountain grandiose, islands colorful and lands with bizarre shapes created by the waters?And did you know that some of the greatest masterpieces of theuntil world? That one of the most beautiful stories in the world is set in Verona?And that the Carnival Venice is the most colorful on the planet? And Venice a Verona, yes Padua at Dolomites, a book to leaf through to make an adventurous journey through fortified cities and labyrinths, ancient astronomical clocks, excursions into nature, goblins and mysteries, popular festivals and mouth-watering foods. Getting started • Nature • Animals • Venice and its islands • History • Masterpieces of art • Gardens, villas and castles • Legends, mysteries and curiosities • Verona • Padua • Characters • Adventures • Let's party! • Everyone at the table!

      • Children's & YA
        September 2020

        Amazing Women of the Middle East

        25 Stories to Inspire Girls Everywhere

        by Wafa' Tarnowska

        The first and only book about trailblazing women of the Middle East, by award winning Wafa' Tarnowska.  25 fascinating mini biographies, including those of Cleopatra, Zenobia, singer Fairuz and human rights lawyer Amal Clooney.  Their work covers sports (Zahra Lari, UAE iceskater), film making (Nadine Labaki, Lebanon), mathematician (Manahel Thabet, Yemen).  Beautiful illustrations of all the women by talents including Hoda Hadadi are complemented by a simple map and a Glossary of terms.  A wonderful read 'Guaranteed to inspire' - Kirkus Reviews.

      • Children's & young adult: general non-fiction
        2020

        City Maze - London

        by Finn Valgermo

        Get to know London! You can read the book HERE Learn how to play HERE You can browse the catalogue HERE

      • Children's & YA

        MR. TOUCAN’S LETTERS FROM FRANCE

        by Kateryna Perkonos

        Mr. Toucan used to live in a zoo. He had loved reading since he was little. Stories about faraway lands made him decide to visit them at any cost. He trained diligently for a long time; he became strong and able to unbend the bars of his cage, and escape from the zoo.  Mr. Toucan has been travelling the world ever since. He visits various corners of the world, and from wherever he is, he sends postcards to "Mamino" publishing house. This is how "Letters from Mr. Toucan" began.  This book has letters from France. "Bonjour", writes the travelling bird from the country that smells of lavender and freshly baked croissants, where couples in love walk under the rain, and where you can have breakfast simply on the grass on a sunny day.

      • Children's & YA

        God's Brilliantly Big Creation Story

        by Dai Woolridge

        Right at the start, there was nothing.Capital NBut then?BOOM!Experience the wonder of creation and the power of God in this picture book retelling of Genesis 1, full of rhythm and rhyme. Featuring epic illustrations of the solar system and massive scenes from across the globe, this is a book to inspire awe and amazement in 3-6 year olds.

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