Leo isn't like the other knights. He'd rather read a book than fight, which is tricky when his parents send him off to tame a dragon. But Leo knows that books are mightier than swords - and the way to tame a dragon is to read him a story. With witty rhyming text and glorious illustrations, this is a magical picture book about the power of stories.
Helen Docherty Boeken
Helen creëert betoverende verhalen voor jonge lezers, die vaak thema's als vriendschap en moed verkennen. Haar verhalen worden gekenmerkt door een levendige taalkundige stijl en een warme, boeiende toon die diep resoneert bij kinderen. Met een scherp oog voor het ontwikkelen van gedenkwaardige personages en meeslepende plots, heeft Helen zichzelf gevestigd als een gevierde auteur op het internationale toneel. Haar werk inspireert en vermaakt consequent, en laat een blijvende indruk achter op de kinderliteratuur.







The Snatchabook (NE)
- 32bladzijden
- 2 uur lezen
In every house, in every bed, A bedtime book was being read... But then, one night, all the animals' bedtime story books start disappearing. Is there a book thief? And who could it be? One brave little rabbit sets out to solve the mystery... A captivating and atmospheric tale about the importance of bedtime stories.
From the author/illustrator team behind The Snatchabook comes a book-filled adventure on the high seas!Nell is finally a pirate!And she has her trusty Pirate's Almanac to help her sail the seas, even if Captain Gnash doesn't like books on his ship. But when the journey gets rough and the captain is in trouble, it's Nell and all her pirate knowledge that saves the day and leads them to the greatest buried treasure of all...
A deeply moving, vitally important picture book encouraging empathy and kindness.
Screens away - it's time to play! The Snaffle just wants to play, but everyone's too busy staring at their screens. The Snaffle discovers that she likes screens, too - as a snack! She chomps down every phone, tablet and TV in the city. People are horrified, until they realise that life is more fun when you actually play together!
The book beautifully explores the concept of carrying various meaningful items, from tangible treasures like toys and art to intangible hopes and dreams. Through comforting rhymes and stunning illustrations, it offers a warm and reassuring message about the precious things we hold dear, making it a delightful read for children.
Luna, a little wolf with dreams of becoming a superhero, faces a significant challenge: her fellow animals are frightened of wolves. Despite her good intentions, her attempts to help only cause others to flee. Just as she considers giving up on her aspirations, she embarks on one last daring rescue that could change everything. This story explores themes of courage, identity, and the struggle to overcome stereotypes.
Luna, a little wolf with dreams of becoming a superhero, faces the challenge of overcoming the fear her fellow animals have of wolves. Despite her good intentions, her efforts to help are met with panic and retreat. This witty tale explores themes of perseverance and self-acceptance, as Luna navigates the obstacles in her quest to prove that even a wolf can be a hero. With elements of fun, drama, and excitement, the story encourages readers to never give up on their dreams.
This humorous rhyming tale, crafted by a fresh author and illustrator duo, brings a delightful twist to Halloween festivities. With engaging verses and vibrant illustrations, it promises to entertain young readers and set a playful tone for the spooky season.
Oxford Reading Tree Word Sparks: Level 3: The King's Ears
- 16bladzijden
- 1 uur lezen
Specially developed to enhance children's vocabulary alongside their decoding skills, Oxford Reading Tree Word Sparks books are perfect for sharing. In this Partner Text, king March tries to hide his long ears at the queen's birthday party.