The Sun Fairy
There is magic in this world for those who believe. The Sun Fairy travels between the wooded fairyland of Lichendia and woolly sundrops waiting by the beds of children who open their hearts to fairy friendship. A magical pen pal is only a sundrop away. Do you believe?
The Monkey King Makes Fire on Black Wind Mountain
In The Monkey King Makes Fire on Black Wind Mountain, Wukong (the Monkey King) vows to help a Buddhist monk who rescued him from prison. But when they travel to India on a quest for the Chinese emperor, the journey looks hopeless-especially when they run into thieves and murderers and demons....The Monkey King is no ordinary fellow. His personality is a unique blend of strengths and flaws. Monkey is brave, fun-loving, and clever, as well as unpredictable, reckless, and sometimes ferocious. No matter where he goes, the Monkey King is an unforgettable character with a knack for getting himself into trouble. Stories in this series, The Irrepressible Monkey King, are based on the 16th-century Chinese novel Journey to the West by Wu Cheng'en. The novel was inspired by the writings of a real 7th-century Buddhist monk who traveled from China to India and back. Mingling fantasy with historical accounts, Journey to the West is one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. Advisory: Though shortened from the original, these stories reflect life and perspectives from ancient China and other cultures. Some of the ideas and attitudes may be unfamiliar to an English-language audience.
Birth of the Monkey King
Birth of the Monkey King shows the magical way our hero came into the world and became a king. Yet that is only the beginning. When the proud Monkey decides to be more than just a king, he sets off into the world to learn martial arts, magic, and the secret of long life. Can he succeed, or will pride get in his way? The Monkey King is no ordinary fellow. His personality is a unique blend of strengths and flaws. Monkey is brave, fun-loving, and clever, as well as unpredictable, reckless, and sometimes ferocious. No matter where he goes, the Monkey King is an unforgettable character with a knack for getting himself into trouble. Stories in this series, The Irrepressible Monkey King, are based on the 16th-century Chinese novel Journey to the West by Wu Cheng'en. The novel was inspired by the writings of a real 7th-century Buddhist monk who traveled from China to India and back. Mingling fantasy with historical accounts, Journey to the West is one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. Advisory: Though shortened from the original, these stories reflect life and perspectives from ancient China and other cultures. Some of the ideas and attitudes may be unfamiliar to an English-language audience.
The Monkey King Converts to Buddhism
In The Monkey King Converts to Buddhism, Wukong (Monkey King) has made a mess of the Jade Emperor's throne room and tried to take the throne. When Buddha Tathagata arrives to help the Emperor get rid of him, the Monkey King shows off his powers to impress the Buddha. But Wukong's demonstration backfires and he is trapped with no hope of escape ever ... unless a monk comes to his aid.The Monkey King is no ordinary fellow. His personality is a unique blend of strengths and flaws. Monkey is brave, fun-loving, and clever, as well as unpredictable, reckless, and sometimes ferocious. No matter where he goes, the Monkey King is an unforgettable character with a knack for getting himself into trouble. Stories in this series, The Irrepressible Monkey King, are based on the 16th-century Chinese novel Journey to the West by Wu Cheng'en. The novel was inspired by the writings of a real 7th-century Buddhist monk who traveled from China to India and back. Mingling fantasy with historical accounts, Journey to the West is one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. Advisory: Though shortened from the original, these stories reflect life and perspectives from ancient China and other cultures. Some of the ideas and attitudes may be unfamiliar to an English-language audience.
The Monkey King Wreaks Havoc in Heaven
In The Monkey King Wreaks Havoc in Heaven, Wukong (the Monkey King) teaches his subjects martial arts and realizes that his kingdom has almost no weapons. When he visits the Dragon King of the Eastern Ocean, our hero finds just what he is looking for, but something goes very wrong.... The Monkey King is no ordinary fellow. His personality is a unique blend of strengths and flaws. Monkey is brave, fun-loving, and clever, as well as unpredictable, reckless, and sometimes ferocious. No matter where he goes, the Monkey King is an unforgettable character with a knack for getting himself into trouble. Stories in this series, The Irrepressible Monkey King, are based on the 16th-century Chinese novel Journey to the West by Wu Cheng'en. The novel was inspired by the writings of a real 7th-century Buddhist monk who traveled from China to India and back. Mingling fantasy with historical accounts, Journey to the West is one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. Advisory: Though shortened from the original, these stories reflect life and perspectives from ancient China and other cultures. Some of the ideas and attitudes may be unfamiliar to an English-language audience.
The Thirsty Crow
Inspired by Aesop's classic fables and Bill Martin Jr.'s friendship and book, Lee Jenkins wrote The Thirsty Crow: Aesop's Little by Little Fable. Until Jim Chansler illustrated this book, few people knew how much humor could be placed in crow drawings! Together, the simple language and creative cartoons create an enjoyable book for many beginning readers. These fortunate children will never forget how much fun learning to read is.The Aesop Patterns for Young Readers series is unique among fables for children because they are specifically written for beginning readers, ages 4-7. After parents, other adults and older children read The Thirsty Crow a few times to young children, they will quickly pick up the patterns and learn to read the book for themselves.
Little More and the Wantley Dragon
A Dragon is eating everything in Wantley. Little More's family try to slay it, even a knight comes to fight it but nothing works. Little More runs away so who will defeat the dragon?The Legend of the Wantley Dragon is hundreds of years old but Wantley, now known as Wharncliffe, may still be the home of dragons. This Legend has been rewritten for young children by storyteller and artist Carmel Page. Find out how Sheffield's metal-making history helped to save everyone in this fairy tale.
Ade's Fables
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Lilly and the Purple House
Join Lilly on her daily stroll around the neighborhood, where she experiences nature and traffic.Lilly will show your child how to stay safe while going on a walk and see what she encounters on the way to the purple house.* * *six kids - children's books byThink Positive Publishingwww.thinkpositivepublishing.com
Petra anba fawouch nan lakou lek簷l la
ENGLISHLittle Petra is teased by others at school and goes home very sad. Mom helps her find the strength from within to build character and not let the teasing have an effect. She teaches Petra how to repeat positive affirmations and build self-confidence.KREY?LPetra soti lek簷l ak yon figi tris paske k癡k l簷t timoun t ap takinen l. Manman l ede li jwenn f簷s nan nanm li pou l ranmase karakt癡 l, epi pou li pa kite takinri yo f癡 ef癡 sou li. Manman Petra montre Petra ki jan pou li repete k癡k mesaj pozitif pou l kab gen konfyans nan t癡t li.
A Day with Rylee
Author Katrina Avant wanted to create something special for her granddaughter, Rylee Marie.This lovable short story was created with a grandmother's love. Join Rylee in a wondrous day's journey from start to finish in A Day with Rylee.
The Qalupalik
All Inuit know about the qalupaliit, strange creatures that live under the sea ice and carry away unsuspecting children on their backs. But when one bright young orphan strays too close to the ice, he soon learns that while qalupaliit may be very scary, they are also easily tricked.
La Navidad de Petra
ENGLISHChristmas is here, and all Petra can think about is receiving gifts. Her mom explains that the secret to receiving is actually giving!KREY?LSezon nw癡l la rive, s癡l bagay ki nan t癡t Petra se kado li pral resevwa. Manman Petra ba li sekr癡 a, l癡 yon moun bay se l癡 sa a li resevwa !
The Fairy Tale Complex
There are no words to describe loneliness. In fact I have been more alone than I have been in the company of others in my entire life. I've been in a crowd and felt alone. I've been with by myself and felt that I was everything I needed. Maybe there is no Prince Charming coming for me in his mechanical chariot. Maybe I've already lose my chance to find him. Maybe I met him and rejected him because he wasn't as attractive as I want. We all have to cultivate something inside us that wants a good partner or we will of course choose people base on how much we are attracted to them.
The Evening Walk
This book is dedicated to sticky little ice cream hands clutched tightly in yours, to sweet snuggles and familiar routines, and the innocent awe in all of it that only a young child can possess.May your little one drift into sleep after their own evening walk with images floating through their dreams, and may you carry those memories in your heart even after they are grown.
Mommy, Mommy, Where Is The Moon?
Few things in life are as precious as the bond shared between a mother and her daughter. Kaitlyn loves spending her nights lying beside her mother as they search the sky for the Moon. Sometimes they find it. Sometimes they don't. That doesn't stop them from laughing and talking about cool moon facts like why it changes shape and hides sometimes. Like Neil Armstrong, Kaitlyn believes she can also fly to the Moon! Beautifully illustrated and filled with inspiration, Mommy, Mommy, Where is the Moon? is a must read for every child.
Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp
Aladdin's wonderful lamp, which he took from inside the earth where it burned in the niche of a pavilion in an enchanted garden, is certainly the most famous lamp in the world. Its wish-fulfilling power has spread around the world in 1001 Nights in all languages and has been retold in many variations and illustrated by famous artists. This book contains the text version from "The Blue Fairy Book" edited by Andrew Lang and is illustrated by famous illustrators from the Art Nouveau period. It is set in large print for easy reading.
Is The Tooth Fairy Really Real? Book One
This new book series created by Me and Mister C, follows Mister C as he tries to navigate all things relating to a wobbly tooth. Mister C can't make up his mind about what he believes to be real or not. He asks many questions about teeth and the mystical legend of the Tooth Fairy. Mister C is determined not to give up his special tooth. With love, support and guidance from his family, Mister C is able to work out what he really wants to do. Join Mister C for another heartfelt real-life journey; why not take a peek and see what surprise is install, as the Tooth Fairy REALLY does visit his house... This book, as a part of our Mister C series, is aimed at children between (but not limited to) four to eight years of age. This book has been designed to be read by both parents and teachers with children, while sitting comfortably to read and enjoy the images together. Significant age-appropriate questions are raised in this book, along with addressing varying emotions, worries and new ways to look at life events and situations that the child(ren) may be experiencing, through this 'real-life' story.By empowering children to speak their own minds, while in the care of their families and teachers, children are able to express themselves and learn from their experiences; while also feel listened to and supported through their transitions of navigating life. Through this book, examples and questions are raised that focus on teeth and what may happen, along with discussions of certain legends. Parents and teachers are able to show connections, share their own experiences, while also acknowledge how children may be feeling about such situations. For more details and information please go to our website: meandmisterc.com
Wrapped by Petals Coloring Book
An original masterpiece that gives lesson and meaning to anyone who loves to read. Perfect for kids who just started reading, ages 5 and above. This is a coloring book version.
Ade's Fables
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Butterflies Are Beautiful
Betty the butterfly loves her three friends and constantly compares her bright yellow color and small size to theirs. Join Betty on this journey of accepting and loving herself.
Clarity and The Wisdom Tree
There's a Wisdom Tree in the forest, and it's waiting for Clarity. While walking through the forest with her family, Clarity stumbles upon the Wisdom Tree - an old, dying tree with hardly any leaves. When Clarity learns why the Wisdom Tree is special, she starts wondering. Will the Wisdom Tree talk to me? Little does she know, the Wisdom Tree has an important message for Clarity, but it's up to her to discover it. Join Clarity as she discovers our deep-rooted connection to trees, learns how to navigate her inner-self and discovers the most important wisdom of all.
The Old Wind
As confusions of wildebeest roamed the savannah plains, a frail little gust of air struck the rounded side of a rock. Compressed for a fleeting moment, the gust doubled back on itself, forming the seed of a wind. All fresh and young, the little wind clung hold to the rock, fearful of letting go. As she did so, she heard the voice of an old wind, ripened by adventure. And so the fresh young wind let go, and her own journey began. She flew over the vast grasslands of Africa and out over the blue-black ocean, across the jungles of the Amazon, and beyond a hundred horizons. Becalmed, then rescued by a passing albatross, sucked up into the vortex of a colossal storm, zigzagging along valley floors, and rising higher than the mightiest of mountains, the little wind grew in confidence and verve...Until she was no longer a little wind at all. Having spiralled the earth a thousand times, she happened to pause at the rock against which she had been formed so long before. And there, she found a frail little gust clinging to a rock - a frail little gust that had just been born. A story for both children and adults, The Old Wind is a tale in the genre of teaching stories, told and retold by our ancestors since ancient times. Hailing from a family of storytellers, its author, Tahir Shah, is widely regarded as one of the most original writers of our age.
Beastie
You'll turn into a BEAST if you don't get your beauty sleep!That's what Mother told her, but Kioni didn't listen. Instead, stayed up late reading and playing. And in the morning? She became Beastie.
Paper's Bedtime Routine
Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Paper Bag, whose days were always different, but whose bedtime routine was always the same... until just last night!
The Aeneid for Boys and Girls
The Shelf2Life Children's Literature and Fiction Collection is a charming set of pre-1923 nursery rhymes, fairy tales, classic novels and short stories for children and young adults. From a tardy white rabbit, spirited orphan and loyal watchdog to a dreamer named Dorothy, this collection presents an assortment of memorable characters whose stories light up the pages. The young and young at heart will delight in magical tales of fairies and angels and be captivated by explorations of mysterious islands. The Shelf2Life Children's Literature and Fiction Collection allows you to open a door into a world of fantasy and make-believe where imaginations can run wild.
Rocky Raccoon
Lovro can't sleep and discovers nightlife and friendship, empathy and second chances.
Castle of Refuge
In this Ugly Duckling retelling, New York Times bestselling author Melanie Dickerson brilliantly crafts a high-stakes, encouraging tale about a brave young woman, the true meaning of beauty, and the power of love.Ever since she was a child, Audrey wanted her life to be extraordinary. But as the daughter of a viscount born in late fourteenth-century England, the only thing expected of her was to marry--until an act of malice by her sister, Maris, four years ago damaged her face and her prospects. Though Maris was sent away, twenty-year-old Audrey is still suffering the scars of her sister's cruelty. When her father announces his plans to marry off his damaged daughter and bring Maris home, Audrey decides to flee in search of her true destiny.Life outside her home is dangerous, and Audrey soon finds herself attacked, sick, and in desperate need of help. She is taken in at Dericott Castle to be nursed back to health. While there, she decides to keep her identity a secret and work as a servant in the castle. But she doesn't count on falling in love with the young and handsome Lord Dericott, who lost his arm several months earlier and bears scars of his own.Meanwhile, Edwin--Lord Dericott--is curious about the new, well-educated servant's identity. All he knows is that he's quickly becoming smitten with her. When the man Audrey's father wanted her to marry comes looking for her, she and Edwin must make life-changing decisions about what to believe and whether or not love is truly worth trusting.Praise for Castle of Refuge: "When it comes to happily-ever-afters, Melanie Dickerson is the undisputed queen."--Julie Lessman, award-winning author
Gnomes
In a hidden valley in the Alps, gnomes live peacefully tending their vegetable patches as they have done for centuries. In the next valley live the elves, who come through tunnels to disrupt Gnomeland as much as possible. When young gnomes are scared they turn solid, and the elves found a way to kidnap the young gnomes and trade them with humans.This story is about a family whose youngest son has been kidnapped by the elves. They embark on a perilous journey to rescue him, venturing farther than any gnomes have gone before. The elves do everything in their power to prevent the rescue and protect their trade with the humans, which to the Duke and Duchess of Pointstick, is of the utmost importance.
Blanket
Grandparents live by a few rules. For example, spoil the grandchildren just enough to not get in trouble with the parents. Also, you CANNOT disappoint your grandchildren. So, imagine putting a young one down for a nap and he or she asks you to make up a story about the most obscure topic. Then he or she lovingly looks in your eyes with the highest expectation. Blanket tells such a story. Papa MUST come up with a story about ... a blanket.
The Glass Gate
Sometimes all a girl needs is a good dress and some magic shoes.Prince Charming is optional.My goal was simple: create a killer fashion design portfolio, win the scholarship to the school of my dreams, and never have to clean my step-family's house again. I just needed some inspiration. Something to set my portfolio apart from all the other up-and-coming designers. A little fashion magic.I didn't expect literal magic.But then my friend dressed me up like a fae princess, and whisked me away to Faerie. The food! The dancing! The dresses! This was just the inspiration I needed, so when the crown prince asked me to stay and be his fake girlfriend, I jumped at the opportunity.Prince Tiernan is gorgeous and charming, but I'm just a part of a plot to find his bride. That's fine by me. I'm just here for the fashion. No messy feelings. On the other hand, it's very hard to not have my head turned by a boy who gives me a dragon egg.The longer I stay in Faerie with Tiernan, the more caught up I get in the magic of his kingdom, and I start to believe the stories we're spinning for everyone. Stories of magic and sacrifice and maybe even true love.I can't lose sight of my goals. I need to win that scholarship. Putting my heart on the line for a prince and his kingdom is just too risky. Am I brave enough to try? Maybe if I find the right dress.Where's a fairy godmother when you need one?**If you think Ever After is the best Cinderella retelling, because they actually get to know each other, or that Project Runway would be improved by having a baby dragon, try The Glass Gate! This is a sweet, stand-alone retelling of Cinderella, set in the Faerie Tale Romances world**
The Enchanted Prince
For centuries Khoja Nasreddin has been wandering through the East. It would be as difficult to name the country of his birth as it would be to name the author of The Thousand And One Nights. Daghestan, Azerbaijan, Central Asia, Turkey, Persia-all claim him as their own. Wag and wit, slyboots, merry fellow, kind soul, boon companion, and eternal vagabond, he turns up everywhere. He is unarmed but not defenceless, for he has a deadly weapon-his tongue and wit. He is poor, but the world is his. He is lonely, but has a million friends. He often finds himself in hot water, but never loses his head. Fate deals him blow after blow, but he is as cheerful as ever. He spares neither kings nor feudal lords, neither the rich nor the holy, neither mullahs nor prophets. Taken all round, he is a flagrant subverter, a thorn in the side of the powers that be, a disturber of the peace. He is deathless. He can no more be destroyed than can John Barleycorn of the popular ballad made famous by Burns. He is the soul of the people, and like the people, immortal. Such is the picture of Khoja Nasreddin which Leonid Solovyov depicts for us in his book.
Sled With Me
Sled With Me is a wonderful story to share as the holiday season draws near. But you don't have to wait for Christmas! The North Pole is a fun and exciting place to visit anytime of the year. This wonderfully illustrated book is part of the Wherever Shall We Go Series and it makes a terrific gift for little boys (girl edition also available). Tonight, you and your child will meet in your dreams and set off on a magical sled towards the North Pole. There, you will meet Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the friendliest elves. You'll learn how to build little toy trains, paint strips on candy canes, and have gum drops to share as holiday jingles ring out through the air. Like the other books in this children's bedtime story series, Sled With Me makes the idea of bedtime and going to sleep fun. This is because when your child goes to sleep, they meet you in their dreams, and can look forward to the wonderful adventure you both will share.Beautiful illustrations and a delightful rhyming story await. So, go ahead and grab a copy, because everyone at the North Pole is waiting to greet you.This is the mother and son edition of Sled With Me. It is the perfect bedtime story for moms to share with their little boys, or grandmothers to share with their grandsons. A mother and daughter edition can be found separately by searching this title.Don't forget to follow this author and be on the lookout for other books in this series. You never know where the next adventure will take you.A wonderful Christmas book for children 2-4 3-5 even 4-6 years old.
World Of Folktales
This Is an FolkTales Book Which Will Keep Your Children Entertained Its A book That Every Child Should Read
Huggabug Bear's Christmas
All bears hibernate during the winter, and in doing so, miss out on Christmas. This is the story of Huggabug Bear who bucked that trend. He had overheard the animals in the wood talking about presents and Santa Claus. Huggabug decided to stay awake on Christmas Eve to wait for Santa and be the first bear ever to recieve a Christmas present. He ended up taking a journey into the wood and as in all good stories...Everything turned out well in the end
Fairy Much Like a Flower
What do flowers and children have in common?In this colorful and poetic children's book, you'll find out that fairy (very) much like a flower, real beauty, how important you are, and all the good things about you come from inside. Your two to six year old will adore the African-American fairies featured in this book and he colorful flowers that fill the pages. Children who can't read yet, will adore reading this with a loved one and realizing that like a flower, they are special, loved, and worthy. Older children can come back to the photos and the poetry to remind themselves of this truth. A perfect gift for children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and more. Features African-American characters, African-American fairies, fantasy world, and an important life lesson. Written by Bernette H. Sherman, mom of two, and certified parent instructor who also happens to write science-fiction and fantasy.
Clarity and The Wisdom Tree
**ALSO AVAILABLE IN FRENCH & SPANISH** There's a Wisdom Tree in the forest, and it's waiting for Clarity.While walking through the forest with her family, Clarity stumbles upon the Wisdom Tree - an old, dying tree with hardly any leaves. When Clarity learns why the Wisdom Tree is special, she starts wondering. Will the Wisdom Tree talk to me? Little does she know, the Wisdom Tree has an important message for Clarity, but it's up to her to discover it. Join Clarity as she discovers our deep-rooted connection to trees, learns how to navigate her inner-self and discovers the most important wisdom of all.
Nubian Princess Princesses Series
The Nubian Princess Series (TM) honours young people from the African Continent. A Tale of A Tswana Princess tells the story of the rollercoaster love affair of an initially unlikely couple, Tsholofelo - a headstrong lass from a modest family that is clawing its way back from ruin following a devastating drought - and Prince Lesedi, an unassuming yet firm, man of principles, who both have to swallow their pride and let their emotions make way for love. Tsholofelo's company, where she is a senior official and decision-maker, is suing Prince Lesedi's family-own mining business, accusing the company's for not checking the toxic slurry contaminating rivers, thus threatening the lives of the people. Acrimony is followed by harmony when the couple starts to look beyond conflict and the courtship soon blossoms, with a happy ending, punctuated by a big wedding, a princess who emerges from rags to riches, and a prince who ends up with the woman of his dreams. Sifiso Yalo's delightful illustrations enhance the story and will enchant children from aged from 6 to 96. Other books by the Fanta Jabbie, are A tale of a Xhosa Princess, A tale of a Zulu Princess, A tale of SeSwati Princess, A tale of a BaPedi Princess, A tale of a Tswana Princess, A tale of TshiTshonga Princess, A tale of a Ndebele Princess, A tale of a TshiVenda Princess, A tale of a Yourouba Princess and A tale of Mandingo Princess.
Jaime and the Golden Apple
When her friend the princess falls sick, Jaime embarks on a quest to bring home a magical golden apple to make her well. Joined by her best friend Jason, Jaime travels through a dark forest and faces down a terrible giant in order to bring home the golden apple to cure the princess. Will she succeed? Read on to find out.
