Sally Rippin creëert verhalen die duiken in de ingewikkelde relaties en het innerlijke leven van jonge personages. Haar kenmerkende stijl wordt gekenmerkt door empathie en een authentieke stem die diep resoneert bij jonge lezers. Rippin verkent regelmatig universele thema's van adolescentie, vriendschap en de reis van zelfontdekking. Door middel van boeiende plots en levendige personages moedigt ze lezers aan om na te denken over hun eigen ervaringen en emoties.
In this adventure, Billie B. is excited to be chosen as a helper on a school trip to the zoo. However, her distraction leads to a surprising scare. Additionally, she faces unexpected news about Santa Claus changing his plans, adding to the day's excitement and challenges. The story captures the whimsical and unpredictable nature of childhood experiences.
Engaging and playful, this book features a rhythmic text that invites babies to explore and enjoy playtime. The vibrant and humorous illustrations complement the text, creating a delightful experience that captures the joy of early childhood interactions.
In her new falling-down home, in her new street, in her new suburb, Jelly waits for high school to begin. She can only feel happy up in the branches of the old apricot tree and by the creek at the back of the house. One night, Jelly and her cousins spot something in the creek’s dark waters. At first they think it’s a bird, but it isn’t…it’s a baby angel with a broken wing. And they decide to keep it.But soon things start to go wrong, and Jelly discovers that you can’t just take something from where it belongs and expect that it won’t be missed.Sally Rippin’s Angel Creek is a book about growing up: being brave and selfish and tough and scared. It’s a book about an angel. But not the sweet variety. It’s a book about the things that change and the things that always stay the same.
The book features a rhythmic narrative that captures the daily journey from morning to night, accompanied by captivating illustrations. This engaging combination of text and visuals invites readers to experience the flow of a typical day, making it appealing for young audiences.
School of Monsters
Billie has always been best friends with Jack. But now Rebecca wants to be her best friend! Who will Billie choose?
In Moopertown, everyone is special � in their own special way!Abbie just ADORES adventure. She loves spending her days discovering Moopertown and beyond, just like her explorer heroes. But not every day can be filled with adventure � and not everyone appreciates Abbie's quests!Poor Abbie. Can an adventurous Mooper find a little excitement, without annoying her friends?
Welcome to Moopertown! In Moopertown, everyone is special � in their own special way!Quinn just wants a little PEACE. It's not that he doesn't love busy Moopertown � it's just that he prefers a quiet life. But Quinn is so quiet that he's sometimes overlooked by the other Moopers. And sometimes theyforget he's even there!Poor Quinn. How does a quiet Mooper fit in a rowdy place like Moopertown?
The engaging game of hiding and finding unfolds through simple text and vibrant illustrations, inviting babies to explore different locations where the baby might be. With charming visuals by Sally Rippin, this interactive book encourages participation and discovery, making it a delightful experience for young readers.