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De dyslectische Solomon ontvlucht zijn problemen op het kerkhof, waar het niet pluis is. Als zijn vriendinnetje verdwijnt, besluit hij dan ook haar daar te gaan zoeken. Vanaf ca. 10 jaar.

Explore the enchanting world of Scottish folklore through a captivating collection of classic tales featuring giants, witches, selkies, faeries, and even the Loch Ness Monster. Award-winning author Theresa Breslin weaves these mythical stories together, complemented by the stunning illustrations of artist Kate Leiper, bringing the rich tapestry of Scotland's legends to life.

Slithering stoorworms, mischievous brownies, fierce kelpies and magical selkies are exquisitely brought to life for children in Theresa Breslin's enchanting tales and Kate Leiper's otherwordly illustrations.

Dog and Cat are both thirsty, but neither is able to reach the shallow water in the bowl. Find out what happens when Dog thinks of a clever plan. This funny retelling of the Aesop's fable The Crow and the Pitcher is written by June Crebbin.

In 1566 France, Nostradamus predicts the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre and reveals that 13-year-old Mélisande must save the king. After escaping an intrigue, she seeks out the dying Nostradamus, who entrusts her with a final prophecy. As she travels to Paris, danger looms as conspiracies unfold. A gripping tale by Teresa Breslin.

Climb aboard for a rhythmic train ride through the country. There's lots to see and someone very special waiting at the end!

A group of teenagers from two families meet for a picnic, but the war across the Channel is soon to tear them away from such youthful pleasures. All too soon, the horror of what is to become known as The Great War engulfs them, their friends and the whole village. schovat popis

When Nostradamus proclaims to the French court his prophecy of a great massacre, the young King Charles only laughs. His mother, Catherine de' Medici, pays more heed - she believes that Nostradamus can truly see the future. But the great soothsayer's prophecies are not only for those who rule.

Cy has the ability to control his own dreams and knows his own, personal Dream Master. Not only does the Dream Master have to face a lion in the gladiatorial ring, but Cy must rescue him - and drive a chariot to escape from the volanic lava and dust .

Romagna, Italy 1502.Fleeing from the murderous brigand Sandino, Matteo - a young boy - is saved from drowning by the companions of Leonardo da Vinci. From this moment on, Matteo is at the Maestro's side as he carries out his work, which ranges from the painting of magnificent frescos to intricate dissection of the human body.But Leonardo is employed by Cesare Borgia, head of one of Italy's leading families. Cruel and ruthless, the Borgia punishes without mercy those who oppose him or who threaten him in any way. And as Da Vinci and Matteo travel across Italy on the Borgia's business, murder, deceit and revenge follow in their trail.For Matteo carries with him a secret - a secret that both the Borgia and Medici families would kill to obtain. A life-changing secret that must, finally, come to light for all to see . . .A gloriously rich and authentic story of the Renaissance, The Medici Seal is also both the personal story of Matteo, a boy becoming a man, and a fascinating glimpse into the world of Da Vinci.