The Very Contrary Fairy
As the author, I truly hope readers remember that a fathers' love is more than one can imagine and that no matter how things turn out, a father will always be the beacon of light waiting for their daughters to come home. In this beautifully illustrated book, a very contrary fairy, a daughter, didn't want to do the things she was instructed to do. This very contrary fairy sure has a lot to say about what she must do each day. So, with her bad attitude, she decides to run away. She got lost. She got scared. Can she get back home? Can she find her way? Her father is so sad. What will he do?
Jock the Croc
Jock the Croc is a whimsical children's poetic tale that recounts the life of a crocodile named Jock, whose life undergoes a peculiar metamorphosis. It all begins with his name, mysteriously endowing him with an ever-increasing sense of Scottishness. As the story unfolds, Jock transforms into a fully-fledged tartan-clad, bagpipe-playing Scotsman with a weakness for haggis, much to the bewilderment of his family and fellow crocodiles, who content themselves with lounging on riverbanks.The plot thickens when, many years later, it is revealed that Jock is not only alive but may be encountered in the wilds of either Scotland or Africa. Children adventuring through lochs jungles might hear Jock upon his pipe. Those fortunate enough to find him might also be led to his secret Scottish city inhabited by hundreds of kilt-wearing crocodiles.It's said that an encounter with Jock the Croc could impart that same Scottishness that transformed his life. So, you may find yourself saying "Och aye the noo!" when you meant to say something entirely different - so it really could happen to you!
Snuggle Tales
Snuggle Tales: 7 Motivational Bedtime Stories to Instill Valuable Life LessonsSnuggle up with your little ones and get ready to embark on a magical journey with Snuggle Tales! This captivating bedtime storybook is perfect for kids aged 4-7. It features seven motivational stories that will inspire and entertain your child.Each story in Snuggle Tales has a valuable moral lesson to help your child learn important life skills such as kindness, honesty, sharing, taking turns, perseverance, and compassion.From lending a helping hand to others and finding solutions to problems to discovering the true meaning of friendship with a group of lovable animals, Snuggle Tales will transport your child to a world of wonder and imagination.With delightful illustrations and heartwarming characters, Snuggle Tales is the perfect way to end your child's day with a smile. So snuggle up, get cozy, and let the magic of Snuggle Tales take you and your child on an unforgettable adventure!
Snuggle Tales
Snuggle Tales: 7 Motivational Bedtime Stories to Instill Valuable Life LessonsSnuggle up with your little ones and get ready to embark on a magical journey with Snuggle Tales! This captivating bedtime storybook is perfect for kids aged 4-7. It features seven motivational stories that will inspire and entertain your child.Each story in Snuggle Tales has a valuable moral lesson to help your child learn important life skills such as kindness, honesty, sharing, taking turns, perseverance, and compassion.From lending a helping hand to others and finding solutions to problems to discovering the true meaning of friendship with a group of lovable animals, Snuggle Tales will transport your child to a world of wonder and imagination.With delightful illustrations and heartwarming characters, Snuggle Tales is the perfect way to end your child's day with a smile. So snuggle up, get cozy, and let the magic of Snuggle Tales take you and your child on an unforgettable adventure!
I Don't Want to Go to Bed!
At the end of a long day, ten children are washed, brushed, tucked in, and ready for a goodnight kiss to finally begin their slumber. But wait, these little boys and girls have a different idea and will stop at nothing to avoid going to bed. Readers will enjoy the amusing ways in which these night owls attempt to prolong their bedtime routine while also wondering if these children will ever go to sleep. I Don't Want to Go to Bed! features beautiful illustrations and a message that is sure to delight anyone who has ever been averse to bedtime.
The Kingdom Blessed by the Sea
The Kingdom Blessed by the Sea is a fantasy story. In which two powerful rulers of two distinct kingdoms embark on a journey of alliance and discovery, while treating each other with mutual respect and trust. Yet, not allowing the suspicions of the advisors to disrupt their relationship of mutual respect and trust. From a young age A. Jay was surrounded by story tellers. This atmosphere of creativity and imagination started her on her story telling adventures. She would entertain her younger brother for hours with her stories of fun, adventure, and excitement. Out of this love for story telling comes this story and so many more.
The Moonlight Stories
The Moonlight Stories is the body of written works accompanied by illustrations produced to interest young people. The book satisfies those who love to enjoy incredible twists and turns or want to tickle their funny bone or become more compassionate. Along the way, young readers will find pearls of wisdom from an array of fictional characters such as Emma in The Loving Lion, who advises, "Friendship is beyond everything," or Mr. Raghav Murthy, who avows "We will not let anything happen to our Earth" in Space Invaders. While reading such stories, readers will be inspired by these characters who have faced difficult times still, through their wit and compassion, triumphed over great adversities. Author Ishika Singh has incorporated a dynamic combination of empathetic narratives and enlightening commentary to make the characters come alive for kids.
The Painter's Three Wishes
When a strange fairy grants a poor old woman three wishes, the woman gives the wishes to her son, a lazy painter. The painter quickly realizes that these wishes come with conditions. Will he make wise choices or will he squander his wishes in his own creative and selfish ways?
I Don't Want to Go to Bed!
At the end of a long day, ten children are washed, brushed, tucked in, and ready for a goodnight kiss to finally begin their slumber. But wait, these little boys and girls have a different idea and will stop at nothing to avoid going to bed. Readers will enjoy the amusing ways in which these night owls attempt to prolong their bedtime routine while also wondering if these children will ever go to sleep. I Don't Want to Go to Bed! features beautiful illustrations and a message that is sure to delight anyone who has ever been averse to bedtime.
Wheeler's Dream
Wheeler, a little black bear, has a wondrous dream that sheds light on a real life predicament. This picture book is illustrated with photographs of an imaginary world animated by hand puppets and stuffed animals.
Jaradee's Legacy
Jaradee's Legacy(VarTerels' Universe - Book 4)A science fantasy tale of adventure and intrigue.What set The Unfolding in motion is revealed. Jaradee puts her life at risk to balance good and evil in the Inner and Outer Universe. Rayn and Rethdun's influence is felt as the UnFolding diminishes and the CoaleScent Cycle is born.Jaradee had no idea when she joined the Vasrosi that her influence would be felt for decades to come.Floree finds herself enmeshed in the politics of the day and responsible for the life of the boy who will become the most powerful force for good in the Universe.Rayn swears to save her people from annihilation, only to find herself facing an inner conflict, one that pits her against everyone she has ever loved.
MasTer's Reach
MasTer's Reach(VarTerels' Universe - Book 3)The VarTerels' Universe is in chaos. A galactic drama intensifies. On the surface of the fountain, Elcaro's Eye, pictures flash and disappear: Es獺n and his friends, pursued by the evil Mindeco from RewFaar and a savage creature from the planet TreBlaya, stumble between giant man-eating trees. A rumbling howl pushes them faster. If only they could teleport...The raven Karrew sits on a makeshift perch, his injured wing taped to his side. Around him, ghosts of violent criminals hover, empty eyes stare. Distantly, he recalls the life he once lived...
The Palace of the Man in Blue / Палац Чоловіка в блакитном
(Bilingual English-Ukrainian edition) Four traveling merchants stumble upon a magnificent palace. Once inside, they meet a mysterious man dressed in blue, and things happen that make them each question their past experiences and assumptions. Through reading this imaginative tale, children learn that looks can be deceptive, and that there are deeper reasons to help others than we might at first assume. This story is one of many teaching stories collected and adapted by the Afghan philosopher Idries Shah, who told them to his own children to promote thinking skills and impart wisdom. These unique tales have their roots in Central Asia and the Middle East. They are published now, beautifully illustrated, so as to appeal to children in the lands in which they originated and to children in the West, the aims being to teach through humor and example and to draw attention to our commonalities.(Двомовне англо-українське видання) Четверо мандрівних купців натрапляють на чудовий палац. Опинившись усередині, вони зустрічають таємничу людину, одягнену у блакитне та з ними відбуваються дивні речі, які змушують кожного з них сумніватися у тому, що вони раніше бачили і думали. Читаючи цю фантастичну казку, діти дізнаються, що зовнішність може бути оманливою і що існують глибші причини допомагати іншим, аніж можна собі уявити. Ця історія є однією з багатьох повчальних історій, зібраних і адаптованих афгансь
The Palace of the Man in Blue / Het paleis van de man in het blauwl
(Bilingual English-Dutch edition) Four traveling merchants stumble upon a magnificent palace. Once inside, they meet a mysterious man dressed in blue, and things happen that make them each question their past experiences and assumptions. Through reading this imaginative tale, children learn that looks can be deceptive, and that there are deeper reasons to help others than we might at first assume. This story is one of many teaching stories collected and adapted by the Afghan philosopher Idries Shah, who told them to his own children to promote thinking skills and impart wisdom. These unique tales have their roots in Central Asia and the Middle East. They are published now, beautifully illustrated, so as to appeal to children in the lands in which they originated and to children in the West, the aims being to teach through humor and example and to draw attention to our commonalities.(Tweetalige Engels-Nederlands editie) Vier reizende kooplieden stuiten op een prachtig paleis. Eenmaal binnen ontmoeten ze een mysterieuze, in het blauw geklede man en gebeuren er dingen waardoor ze hun vroegere ervaringen en veronderstellingen in twijfel gaan trekken. Door dit fantasierijke verhaal te lezen, leren kinderen dat het uiterlijk bedrieglijk kan zijn en dat er diepere redenen zijn om anderen te helpen dan we op het eerste gezicht denken. Dit verhaal is een van de vele leerzame verhalen die de Afghaanse filosoof Idries Shah heeft verzameld en bewerkt. Hij vertelde ze aan zijn eigen kinderen om het denkvermogen en wijsheid te bevorderen. Deze unieke verhalen vinden hun oorsprong in Centraal-Azi禱 en het Midden-Oosten. Ze worden nu gepubliceerd, prachtig ge簿llustreerd, zodat ze zowel kinderen in de landen waar ze vandaan komen als kinderen in het westen aanspreken, met als doel te onderwijzen door middel van humor en voorbeelden en de aandacht te vestigen op onze gemeenschappelijkheden.
A Maiden of Snakes
When Marchioness Lamberico fails to conceive a child, she solicits the help of Imelda, the village witch. Nine months later, she gives birth to a baby girl, Biancabella. Though perfect in every other way, the infant is born with a snake wrapped around her neck. To the relief of the marchioness, the creature vanishes at once and, in the joy of motherhood, is soon forgotten. When Biancabella is a young girl, the snake reappears and explains their uncommon sisterhood. Samaritana helps Biancabella unlock her magical gifts and asserts that so long as they are together, all will be well. Their close, though secret, relationship unites them above all others. Years pass, the sisters contented, until the day King Ferrandino of Naples arrives, seeking Biancabella's hand in marriage. What follows shatters the sisters' bond, leading to misfortune and betrayal, which forces them to grapple with not only the loss of their connection, but leaves each fighting for her life. Loosely based on the Italian fairy tale Biancabella and the Snake, the story explores how love can transform from a domineering and covetous power to authenticity and, ultimately, redemption.
The Christmas Coal Troll
Have you ever wondered who delivers the coal to the naughty boys and girls at Christmas time? Well, it's not Santa Clause, nor any of his elves. Learn the North Pole's darkest secrets behind this tradition and how best to never receive a lump of coal oneself on Christmas morning. All this and more is revealed within the pages of The Christmas Coal Troll children's book.
The Wrong Fairy Tale Goldilocks and the Three Little Pigs
Well-known fairy tales are mixed together . . . with hilarious results! ​ When she knocks on the door of their brick house, Goldilocks is not the visitor the Three Little Pigs were expecting. But it isn't long before the Big Bad Wolf arrives ...
The Palace of the Man in Blue / El palacio del hombre de azul
(Bilingual English-Spanish edition) Four traveling merchants stumble upon a magnificent palace. Once inside, they meet a mysterious man dressed in blue, and things happen that make them each question their past experiences and assumptions. Through reading this imaginative tale, children learn that looks can be deceptive, and that there are deeper reasons to help others than we might at first assume. This story is one of many teaching stories collected and adapted by the Afghan philosopher Idries Shah, who told them to his own children to promote thinking skills and impart wisdom. These unique tales have their roots in Central Asia and the Middle East. They are published now, beautifully illustrated, so as to appeal to children in the lands in which they originated and to children in the West, the aims being to teach through humor and example and to draw attention to our commonalities.(Edici籀n biling羹e ingl矇s-espa簽ol) Cuatro mercaderes ambulantes se topan con un magn穩fico palacio. Una vez dentro, se encuentran con un misterioso hombre vestido de azul, y las cosas que suceden entonces les hacen cuestionar sus experiencias pasadas y sus suposiciones. A trav矇s de la lectura de este imaginativo cuento, los ni簽os aprenden que las apariencias pueden ser enga簽osas y que las razones para ayudar a los dem獺s son m獺s profundas de lo que podr穩amos suponer. Esta es una de las muchas historias did獺cticas recopiladas y adaptadas por el fil籀sofo afgano Idries Shah, quien se las contaba a sus propios hijos a fin de estimular el pensamiento e impartir sabidur穩a. Estos singulares cuentos tienen sus ra穩ces en Asia Central y Medio Oriente. Esta versi籀n bellamente ilustrada atraer獺 a los ni簽os de las regiones donde se originaron, as穩 como a los del mundo occidental. El objetivo es ense簽ar a trav矇s del humor y el ejemplo y llamar la atenci籀n sobre lo que tenemos en com繳n.
The Palace of the Man in Blue / Mavi Giysili Adamın Sarayıl
(Bilingual English-Turkish edition) Four traveling merchants stumble upon a magnificent palace. Once inside, they meet a mysterious man dressed in blue, and things happen that make them each question their past experiences and assumptions. Through reading this imaginative tale, children learn that looks can be deceptive, and that there are deeper reasons to help others than we might at first assume. This story is one of many teaching stories collected and adapted by the Afghan philosopher Idries Shah, who told them to his own children to promote thinking skills and impart wisdom. These unique tales have their roots in Central Asia and the Middle East. They are published now, beautifully illustrated, so as to appeal to children in the lands in which they originated and to children in the West, the aims being to teach through humor and example and to draw attention to our commonalities.(İngilizce-T羹rk癟e İki Dilli Baskı) Seyahat eden d繹rt t羹ccar g繹rkemli bir saraya rastlar. İ癟eri girdiklerinde mavi giysili gizemli bir adamla karşılaşırlar ve her birinin ge癟miş deneyimlerini ve varsayımlarını sorgulamalarına neden olan olaylar yaşanır. Bu yaratıcı masalı okuyan 癟ocuklar, dış g繹r羹n羹ş羹n aldatıcı olabileceğini ve başkalarına yardım etmek i癟in ilk aklımıza gelen fikirden daha derin nedenler olduğunu 繹ğrenecekler. Bu hik璽ye, Afgan filozof İdris Şah'ın d羹ş羹nme becerilerini geliştirmek ve bilgelik aşılamak i癟in kendi 癟ocuklarına anlattığı, derlediği ve uyarladığı pek 癟ok 繹ğretici hik璽yeden biri. Bu eşsiz masalların k繹kleri Orta Asya ve Orta Doğu'ya dayanıyor. Artık, hem ortaya 癟ıktıkları topraklardaki 癟ocuklara hem de Batı'daki 癟ocuklara hitap edecek şekilde, mizah ve 繹rnek verme yoluyla 繹ğretmeyi ve ortak noktalarımıza dikkat 癟ekmeyi ama癟layarak, 繹zenle resimlendirilmiş olarak yayınlanıyorlar.to teach through humor and example and to draw attention to our commonalties.
Kisses, Cuddles, and Good Night!
Cat, Sheep, Pig, Chick and Cow have been busy playing all day, but now it's time to go to bed. They need kisses, cuddles ... and a very special friend before they can say, "Good night!" Little readers will love helping the friends pick out the perfect stuffed animal for bedtime using the 5 repositionable, reusable stickers.
The Glimmerdash
A magic and exciting norse story about; wanting to be special but hating to stand out. A journey asking; who are you when you`re pushed to the edge of the cliff, and is it worth risking your life for an old friendship?Mire Gladevally is not like the others. It`s autmn and her hair is still red, but she knows it won`t last. Mire`s mum is very sick, and she only knows her father from a painting on the living room wall. She`s not afraid of a single thing (almost), but she hates losing. She hates it as much as being different. This makes her the perfect target for bullying from Francis, her former best friend. And of course, this pest lives in her building. One day, when the two of them get into an argument in the lift, they find a strange button. Suddenly, the two enemies find themselves trapped in Oria, a place inhabited by trolls, gonks and elves! Mire thinks it can`t get any worse, but soon, she `ll discover just how wrong she is. In her efforts to find her way home, this brave girl discovers new sides of herself, her family and Francis. Mire has to ask herself the question: what is old friendship really worth?
Lion and Mouse
Funny, fresh and very modern, this update on the fable of the lion and the mouse is a marvelous tale of a relationship between two unlikely friends.One day, the mouse marches into the lion's den without an invitation. Before the lion can eat him for breakfast, the mouse begs for mercy. "If you let me go, I might be able to return the favor." The lion laughs at the idea of such a small, insignificant creature helping him out ... until the next day when the mouse frees the lion from a hunter's trap.Jairo Buitrago and Rafael Yockteng, one of the great creative teams in picture books, have fun in this simple and never-didactic story about how it's possible to get along through negotiation, acceptance and learning to put up with a friend's eccentricities. You can be good to one another not because you expect anything in return but just because you are friends.Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.2>With prompting and support, retell familiar stories, including key details.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.2Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their central message or lesson.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.2Recount stories, including fables and folktales from diverse cultures, and determine their central message, lesson, or moral.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.6Acknowledge differences in the points of view of characters, including by speaking in a different voice for each character when reading dialogue aloud.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.2Recount stories, including fables, folktales, and myths from diverse cultures; determine the central message, lesson, or moral and explain how it is conveyed through key details in the text.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.6Compare and contrast the point of view from which different stories are narrated, including the difference between first- and third-person narrations.CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.4.9Compare and contrast the treatment of similar themes and topics (e.g., opposition of good and evil) and patterns of events (e.g., the quest) in stories, myths, and traditional literature from different cultures.
10-Minute Stories From Greek Mythology-Gods, Heroes, and Monsters
Want your kids to develop a habit of reading? Treat them to these quick 10-minute action-packed Greek legends!Children nowadays seem to read less and less. Reading a book can seem like a chore when entertainment can be gained through a screen so much more quickly. But studies have shown that developing an "atomic habit" - just doing a few minutes a day of whatever skill or habit you want to take on can be more than enough to engrain it into our lives. Therefore, we have transformed timeless, legendary stories into 10-minute, bite-size chunks long enough to entertain, enthrall, and even educate the reader but short enough to be enjoyed quickly at bedtime or any other point in our busy modern days. Within its pages, you and your child will discover: 25 page-turning adventures handpicked from ancient literary geniuses such as Euripides, Hesiod, and Ovid.Walk with the greatest monster-slayers of the Heroic Age - marvel at Herakles' strength, Perseus' bravery, and the Argonauts' epic voyage.Go back to a time when the Greek gods walked and fought on Earth, when monsters were real, and heroes were in desperately short supply.Bite-sized non-stop entertainment in just 10 minutes! Cultivate and strengthen a love for books and reading. Timeless classic stories for kids to enjoy, helping young ones learn while having fun.Your perfect bedtime and travel companion - these short stories are excellent for you and your child to spend quality time together whenever and wherever you want!And much more. Some more gruesome or brutal details have been left aside, lying ready in the original texts, and are 100% kid-friendly without losing their magical charm.Gift your children the magic of reading with these enchanting Greek stories today: scroll up and click "Add to Cart" right now.
10-Minute Stories From Greek Mythology - Gods, Heroes, and Monsters
Want your kids to develop a habit of reading? Treat them to these quick 10-minute action-packed Greek legends!Children nowadays seem to read less and less. Reading a book can seem like a chore when entertainment can be gained through a screen so much more quickly. But studies have shown that developing an "atomic habit" - just doing a few minutes a day of whatever skill or habit you want to take on can be more than enough to engrain it into our lives. Therefore, we have transformed timeless, legendary stories into 10-minute, bite-size chunks long enough to entertain, enthrall, and even educate the reader but short enough to be enjoyed quickly at bedtime or any other point in our busy modern days. Within its pages, you and your child will discover: 25 page-turning adventures handpicked from ancient literary geniuses such as Euripides, Hesiod, and Ovid.Walk with the greatest monster-slayers of the Heroic Age - marvel at Herakles' strength, Perseus' bravery, and the Argonauts' epic voyage.Go back to a time when the Greek gods walked and fought on Earth, when monsters were real, and heroes were in desperately short supply.Bite-sized non-stop entertainment in just 10 minutes! Cultivate and strengthen a love for books and reading. Timeless classic stories for kids to enjoy, helping young ones learn while having fun.Your perfect bedtime and travel companion - these short stories are excellent for you and your child to spend quality time together whenever and wherever you want!And much more. Some more gruesome or brutal details have been left aside, lying ready in the original texts, and are 100% kid-friendly without losing their magical charm.Gift your children the magic of reading with these enchanting Greek stories today: scroll up and click "Add to Cart" right now.
The Stars That Shine
The Stars That Shine is a folktale about why the sun rises and sets, and why the moon has phases. As this story's genderless sun and moon spend their lives looking for each other, they experience different emotions. This book is a platform for discussion with your child about these emotions. Children may freely see themselves as either the sun or moon or the stars-whichever they identify with-without the confines of gender.
Believe in Me Believe in You
In this interactive children's book of poems, Coopers Cat spreads his message of positivity, friendship, and the importance of belief in oneself. Coopers Cat rhymes his way through shared experiences and teaches children that they are never alone and can make the best of every situation. He gives children tools to solve problems.In his own words, "Believe in you. Believing makes all your dreams come true."
The Stars That Shine
The Stars That Shine is a folktale about why the sun rises and sets, and why the moon has phases. As this story's genderless sun and moon spend their lives looking for each other, they experience different emotions. This book is a platform for discussion with your child about these emotions. Children may freely see themselves as either the sun or moon or the stars-whichever they identify with-without the confines of gender.
Never After: The Broken Mirror
Real life and fairy tales collide in Never After: The Broken Mirror, book three of the thrilling middle-grade saga perfect for fans of The Land of Stories series from the #1 New York Times bestselling creator of the Descendants, Melissa de la Cruz. The Never After crew is back for another twisted adventure. This time, they're off to Snow Country--that is, after they rescue the beleaguered Lord Sharif of Nottingham from the evil Robin Hood, who has been plaguing the land with his thievery and mischief. But Robin's antics aren't the only dangers afoot in the Kingdom of Never After. At the behest of her daughter, the evil Cinderella, Queen Olga has turned Prince Charming into a Frog after his wedding to the beautiful Hortense. And how could we forget the ominous Prophecy, which still looms large over Filomena and her friends? Along with Jack, Alistair, Gretel, Beatrice, Byron Bessley, and some new Snow Country pals like Rose Red and a chatty magic mirror, Filomena sets off to find the only ones who can save the kingdom once and for all: The League of the Seven - a group of fearless warriors devoted to fighting the ogres at any cost. Still, new threats lurk around every corner, both in Never After and back home in North Pasadena . . . Even with the League of the Seven's help, can Filomena and her friends rescue the land from Olga's clutches? Or will the ogres finally prevail?
The Spoiled Boy with the Terribly Dry Throat / Der verw繹hnte Junge mit der schrecklich trockenen Kehle
(Bilingual English-German edition) When a little boy wakes up with a dry throat, those around him run about trying to work out what caused the condition. One by one, servants, doctors, and medical students try remedies that only complicate the situation and make the condition worse, ignoring what readers will see as the obvious solution. This is one of a series of illustrated books for the young written by the Afghan philosopher and educator Idries Shah, whose collections of narratives and teaching stories have captivated the hearts and minds of people from all walks of life. It belongs to a rich storytelling tradition from Afghanistan, Central Asia and the Middle East that is more than 1,000 years old. Teaching stories are designed specifically to foster thinking skills and perception. They suggest in their structure and in the movement of their characters ways of looking at difficulties that can help solve them. This story illustrates in a very humorous way just how foolish people can be when they fail to consider a situation before springing into action.(Zweisprachige Ausgabe Englisch-Deutsch) Als ein kleiner Junge mit einer trockenen Kehle aufwacht, laufen die Leute wild um ihn herum, um herauszufinden, wie es dazu kommen konnte. Einer nach dem anderen, Diener, ?rzte und Medizinstudenten, versuchen es mit Arzneien, die die Situation versch瓣rfen und den Zustand nur verschlimmern, und ignorieren dabei, was der Leser als die naheliegende L繹sung erkennen wird. Dies ist eines aus einer Serie illustrierter Kinderb羹cher des afghanischen Philosophen und Lehrers Idries Shah, dessen Sammlung von Erz瓣hlungen und Lehrgeschichten die Herzen und Gem羹ter aus allen Lebensbereichen in ihren Bann gezogen haben. Es geh繹rt in die reiche Geschichtenerz瓣hler-Tradition Afghanistans, Zentralasiens und des Mittleren Ostens, die 羹ber 1000 Jahre alt ist. Diese Geschichte zeigt auf eine sehr humorvolle Weise, wie t繹richt die Leute sein k繹nnen, wenn sie eine Situation nicht erst 羹berdenken, bevor sie zur Tat schreiten.
The Bird's Relative / Vogelverwandtschaft
(Bilingual English-German edition) A wealthy merchant's prize possession is a beautiful bird. Believing that he loves the exotic creature too much to set it free, the merchant discovers that animals are sometimes better at learning by example than humans. This is one of a series of illustrated books for the young written by the Afghan philosopher and educator Idries Shah, whose collections of narratives and teaching stories have captivated the hearts and minds of people from all walks of life. It belongs to a rich storytelling tradition from Afghanistan, Central Asia and the Middle East that is more than 1,000 years old. These tales are more than entertaining; they are designed specifically to foster thinking skills and perception. They suggest in their structure and in the movement of their characters ways of looking at difficulties that can help solve them. Children will learn that it is good to observe others in order to learn, and that sometimes the actions of others are not all that they first seem to be.(Zweisprachige Ausgabe Englisch-Deutsch) Der wertvollste Besitz eines wohlhabenden Kaufmanns ist ein wundersch繹ner Vogel. W瓣hrend er glaubt, dass er das exotische Tier zu sehr liebt, um es freizulassen, lernt der Kaufmann, dass Tiere manchmal besser durch ein Beispiel lernen k繹nnen als Menschen. Dies ist eines aus einer Serie illustrierter Kinderb羹cher des afghanischen Philosophen und Lehrers Idries Shah, dessen Sammlung von Erz瓣hlungen und Lehrgeschichten die Herzen und Gem羹ter aus allen Lebensbereichen in ihren Bann gezogen haben. Es geh繹rt in die reiche Geschichtenerz瓣hler-Tradition Afghanistans, Zentralasiens und des Mittleren Ostens, die 羹ber 1000 Jahre alt ist. Die Kinder lernen, dass es gut ist, Andere zu beobachten, wenn man etwas lernen will und dass manchmal die Taten der Anderen nicht das sind, was sie zun瓣chst erscheinen.
A Thousand Dreadful Curses
One week before Halloween, Isaac Costa brings home a strange-looking pumpkin he found in a corn maze. It doesn't take long for him to learn the bizarre truth: He's actually found an exiled prince named Jack, cursed to take the form of a pumpkin every night until Halloween, when he'll be stuck forever.Before she banished him, Nev the Winter Queen gave Jack very specific instructions on how to break his curse. Unfortunately, "finding true love" seems nearly impossible when the queen has only given him one week, and he can't tell a soul the conditions of his freedom. Plus, Queen Nev isn't exactly known for playing fairly.Isaac is determined to help Jack in any way he can, whether it's through rock n' roll or ice cream. Secrets will come to light as the boys race the clock toward an explosive Halloween nobody will forget. But will Isaac's efforts be enough to set Jack free in time?
Oinkink / Honkhang
(Bilingual English-German edition) In this very humorous tale, a man greedily hopes to have the skills and senses of a different animal but is so impatient to have his wish granted that he finds himself limiting his abilities, rather than enhancing them. This is one of a series of illustrated books for the young written by the Afghan philosopher and educator Idries Shah, whose collections of narratives and teaching stories have captivated the hearts and minds of people from all walks of life. It belongs to a rich storytelling tradition from Afghanistan, Central Asia and the Middle East that is more than 1,000 years old. These stories are not only entertaining; they are designed specifically to foster thinking skills and perception. They suggest, in their structure and in the movement of their characters, ways of looking at difficulties that can help solve them. Among other things, this simple story shows children how a blind impulse to "win," without considering the consequences, can end up having the opposite effect.(Zweisprachige Ausgabe Englisch-Deutsch) In dieser sehr humorvollen Geschichte hofft ein Mann gierig darauf, die F瓣higkeiten und Sinne eines anderen Tieres zu besitzen, ist aber so ungeduldig, seinen Wunsch erf羹llt zu bekommen, dass er sich dabei selbst in seinen F瓣higkeiten einschr瓣nkt, anstatt sie zu verbessern. Dies ist eines aus einer Serie illustrierter Kinderb羹cher des afghanischen Philosophen und Lehrers Idries Shah, dessen Sammlung von Erz瓣hlungen und Lehrgeschichten die Herzen und Gem羹ter aus allen Lebensbereichen in ihren Bann gezogen haben. Es geh繹rt in die reiche Geschichtenerz瓣hler-Tradition Afghanistans, Zentralasiens und des Mittleren Ostens, die 羹ber 1000 Jahre alt ist. Unter anderem zeigt diese einfache Geschichte den Kindern, wie ein blinder Impuls zu "gewinnen" - ohne die Konsequenzen zu bedenken - zum gegenteiligen Effekt f羹hren kann.
Brambles in the Wishing Well
The sequel to ROSES IN THE DRAGON'S DEN.Karina and Charlie Rosas have experienced enough danger to last a lifetime, but with Uncle Diego alive and well, they feel pretty lucky. And since the king and queen of Florindale have sealed away the ruinous Lord Falk and the Wheel of Fortune is safe, the family vacation in Switzerland is back on track! But when a pair of otherworldly strangers crash the trip, it's clear that Falk is pulling strings from within his prison. Old friends are vanishing, and Falk's minions are determined to hound the twins until he has the Wheel of Fortune.As the Rosas outrun hostile pursuers, the legend of the Wheel spins on. By fate or by accident, Charlie and Karina tumble into the dark heart of a cursed labyrinth that does everything it can to separate them from the Wheel--and from each other. Around every turn, they encounter old threats, new enemies, and a strange underground factory that brings them to question their reality.With Falk growing stronger and without the sacred protection of familia, Charlie and Karina are becoming more and more like their dauntless tio. They always wished for incredible adventures like his, but maybe their mom was right: People should be careful what they wish for . . .
Christmas Magic
The Season of Christmas is not just for humans. It is a season of joy for other things natural and unnatural, too.Join the celebration!Awarding winning author Pamela K. Kinney's first children's book is exquisitely illustrated by independent artist Brit Austin.Uses open dyslexic font.
The Penguin That Wanted to be a Seal
Join our determined young penguin and unwavering crab friend on an extraordinary adventure! With dreams of becoming a seal, our lovable hero faces ridicule and doubt from the very creatures that embody the goal. Undeterred, the penguin embarks on a journey filled with courage, unexpected twists, and the power of unwavering determination. Dive into this heartwarming tale of dreams redefined and the extraordinary friendships that shape us. 'The Penguin That Wanted to be a Seal' is a charming story that will inspire children of all ages to reach for the stars, no matter where their dreams may lead.
Little Red Riding Hood Reimagined!
Little Red Riding Hood Reimagined! - Book 3: This book is really not about Red Riding Hood at all, the title is a misdirection. It's about a lonely, misunderstood wolf unfortunately named Big Bad Wolf - who actually wasn't big or bad. It's about understanding, kindness and finding friendship in unexpected places.
Gugu Giraffe
A highly recommended complement for the animal biology, plant life, weather, water, and geography curriculum in K-3rd grade.This story splashes in observations of the Okavango Delta and fable-styled animal interactions in the river through fine storytelling and artwork.It all begins on a dry Botswana day when young Gugu, a giraffe, announces he wants to go fishing. Specifically, Gugu wants to know, "What is a fish?"Matriarch Chidinma of the nearby elephant herd allows Gugu to join her parade lumbering to the Okavango River. There, Gugu can board a mokoro tourist boat to see about fishing. Adventure awaits Gugu as the matriarch elephant, a crocodile, a hippopotamus, and a cormorant explain why they could not possibly be a fish!Reference guide with book questions are included for teachers and student resources.
The Amazing Beasts of Philippine Mythology
*Selected for the International Youth Library Foundation "White Raven" list of 2024 -- Recommended children's books from around the world.* Meet the creepy creatures and amazing beasts from Philippine mythology! This delightful compendium of mythical creatures (and where to find them) takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the ghoulish and gory things that go bump in the night--blood-sucking trolls, shape-shifting goblins and terrifying vampires who defend their turf with glee as they unleash chaos in the world. Monsters and magical creatures spring vividly to life on every page of this book thanks to the exceptional artistic talents of some of Asia's leading children's book illustrators. Brief bilingual descriptions and dazzling illustrations introduce 56 fun, freaky and fearsome creatures, including: Mandurugos -- whose long tongues slither down through cracks in the ceiling to suck out the souls of unsuspecting sleepers at nightBusos -- who noisily gather in cemeteries to dig up and consume freshly-buried corpsesTiktiks -- who swoop, hop and crawl as they prey on babies, the elderly and pregnant womenBatibats -- who drop from the house beams at night to suffocate sleepers with their huge bodiesAnd yes, they live among us--in secret burrows, hollow trees, underwater caverns--and especially in the spaces we call home. "Tabi-tabi po" is the phrase to be invoked in their presence, meaning, "Kindly step aside, Sir, and allow me to pass." These words are respectfully addressed to the unseen creatures who jealously guard their turf and don't take kindly to trespassers, intentional or otherwise. So be forewarned as you venture into this supernatural realm. Get acquainted with these amazing beasts, and remember to say, "Tabi-tabi po!" when you meet them!
The Demon-Dosa Dare
Gattu's birthday wish is to win the Raavan (rah-won) Dosa (doh-sah) Challenge.His problem?The Raavan Dosa is named after the ten-headed demon, Raavan.It is five feet long, weighs five kilograms, and is filled with spicy aloo curry.There are ten chutneys on the side!Will Gattu triumph over the Raavan Dosa, or will the Raavan Dosa devour him
The Three Little Pigs Get Snotty
Swinton Wolf just wants some pork to sell in his butcher shop. But his chronic sinus condition is causing problems with FDA approval. Snot-related problems. When the three little pigs get snotty, the loss of his business could be just a sneeze away.
Shades of Neverland
Wendy Darling's course is charted. Engaged to a banker, she's doomed to lead a passionless life. Suffocated by her domineering aunt, the only place she can truly breathe is the theater. When she witnesses Peter Neverland making his acting debut, her world opens to infinite possibilities.The moment he steps onto the stage, Peter discovers his purpose; and the orphan, whose childhood is cloaked in shadow, finds a true home. Surrounded by a humble troupe of players, Peter's so happy he could crow, until in the wings he spies the starry-eyed girl watching rapturously from the balcony. In the dark confines of the theater, they secretly fall in love.But when Wendy's aunt plots to separate the two, it sends them on different trajectories that will put an ocean between them. For Peter and Wendy's love to conquer the stars, it will take more than pixie dust. It will require the Neverlands, which are always seeking to break through, to perform a miracle.
The Trooth and Nuthin but the Tooth
A young girl named Makena who, after losing a special milk tooth, embarks on an extraordinary adventure in the magical world of Tooth Fairies and Fairyland. She meets a Tooth Fairy named Cal-Ceum (Cal), who informs her that her tooth has unique magical powers and is sought after by the evil Cavity Crew led by Crown Da-Kay. Makena willingly agrees to help the Tooth Fairies rescue her Tooth Fairy, Rooti, and prevent the Cavity Crew from using her tooth to infect all teeth with cavities to make black magic and take over Fairyland.The story reveals that thee teeth are are turned into fairy dust and that the Tooth Fairies alo use it to heal sick and injured animals of the world in trade for lostg money they find .Highlighting Makena's bravery, determination, and willingness to assist the Tooth Fairies in their mission. With the help of her newfound friends and allies, they confront the Cavity Crew, rescue Rooti, and banish Crown Da-Kay from Fairyland. In the end, Makena receives a special gift of fairy dust as a token of gratitude, symbolizing the magic that exists all around us, even if it's invisible.The story carries themes of courage, friendship, and the importance of taking care of one's teeth to prevent cavities, all while immersing readers in a whimsical and enchanting world of Fairyland and Tooth Fairies.
Shades of Neverland
Wendy Darling's course is charted. Engaged to a banker, she's doomed to lead a passionless life. Suffocated by her domineering aunt, the only place she can truly breathe is the theater. When she witnesses Peter Neverland making his acting debut, her world opens to infinite possibilities.The moment he steps onto the stage, Peter discovers his purpose; and the orphan, whose childhood is cloaked in shadow, finds a true home. Surrounded by a humble troupe of players, Peter's so happy he could crow, until in the wings he spies the starry-eyed girl watching rapturously from the balcony. In the dark confines of the theater, they secretly fall in love.But when Wendy's aunt plots to separate the two, it sends them on different trajectories that will put an ocean between them. For Peter and Wendy's love to conquer the stars, it will take more than pixie dust. It will require the Neverlands, which are always seeking to break through, to perform a miracle.
