A. H. Benjamin is een kinderboekenschrijver wiens werk wordt gekenmerkt door een speelse aanpak en een focus op thema's die resoneren met jonge lezers. Zijn uitgebreide oeuvre, dat meer dan dertig titels omvat, is in tal van talen vertaald en geniet wereldwijd populariteit in scholen en bibliotheken. Benjamin's vermogen om het kinderperspectief te vangen en belangrijke boodschappen over te brengen via boeiende verhalen, maakt hem tot een gerespecteerde figuur in de kinderliteratuur. Zijn creatieve output wordt verrijkt door zijn gezinsleven, wat authenticiteit en emotionele diepgang aan zijn verhalen verleent.
Meet Marissa, a caring, curious, and brave eleven-year-old girl whose summer stroll on a quiet beach becomes an epic adventure that pulls her into a mysterious undersea world. Lured by the simple sounds of a unique seashell, Marissa finds herself pulled into a battle between an ancient marine species and advanced life forms not of this planet. Her survival and only path home is that of legends as she befriends magical creatures and battles an evil nymph while in quest of a simple flower. The petals of the Neptius flower hold the answers and are the salvation for Marissa and an entire undersea universe.
The story follows a pig who discovers a crown and declares himself a prince, indulging in royal behavior. However, his friends—Lizard, Donkey, and Squirrel—grow tired of his antics, prompting Pig to realize the value of humility and authenticity. Through this journey, he learns that true worth comes from being oneself rather than assuming a false identity.
The story follows Little Pig, who discovers a crown and dreams of becoming a prince. However, his newfound ambition leads him to annoy the other animals in the forest. Frustrated with his behavior, his friends come together to address his antics, prompting a conversation about friendship and the responsibilities that come with wanting to be something greater.
Tennyson has a BIG secret. He can do a MAGICAL thing. Guessing this quite spectacular, possibly loud, potentially outrageous, or ultimately endearing secret brings the reader to the heart of the latest picture book by renowned London-based author AH Benjamin. Through simple dialogue and a smattering of outlandish and comical illustrations, this picture-walk, early-reader adventure follows young Tennyson and his highly confused kitten as we await the big reveal.
Flynn loves bubble gum. He wanted to blow a bubbleso big that it would lift him off the ground. But Flynnwasn’t prepared for the adventure his bubble wasabout to take him on…
Flynn loves bubble gum. He wanted to blow a bubble so big that it would lift him off the ground. But Flynn wasn't prepared for the adventure his bubble was about to take him on.
Book Band: Turquoise (Ideal for ages 6+) A charming alternative fairy tale, ideal for practising reading with children at home or in school. Little Wolf doesn't want to be like the bad wolves in his storybooks. So off he trots into the woods where he tries to be good. But every time Little Wolf helps, everyone gets angry! Will Little Wolf ever be a hero? And will anyone ever write a story about a good little wolf? This quirky adventure from author A.H. Benjamin is perfect for children who are learning to read by themselves and for Key Stage 1. It features engaging illustrations from Sarah Aspinall and a relatable hero young readers will find hard to resist. _______________ Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher
From the time Meena was a baby, she's been obsessed with camels. This fixation
becomes stronger when she's gifted a real camel for her birthday. Thrilled
with her new pet, Meena simply refuses to get off that camel!
A hilarious book with the guaranty to make you laugh out loud! LOL. Mrs. Haddock is crazy about fish. When she gets a cat, she calls it Hamish as it rhymes to fish. Of course, she will pass her passion to her cat and starts cooking the best fish for Hamish. Even though Hamish loves it, he gets lots of funny side-effects...
