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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Welcome to MiniTouch: Nature! A gorgeous, giftable touch-and-feel book for little ones from birth upwards. Introduce the natural world and first colours, and boost motor skills with sensory touch-and-feel fabrics. The MiniTouch series for babies aged 0-3 is packed full of developmental benefits. Fresh, stylish and playful with gently rhyming text, each book makes a beautiful addition to your child's playspace or bookshelf, forming an eye-catching collection. The content of each book covers core early learning concepts. There are two layers of learning: the first being topic-themed, such as nature, and the second being learning-based, such as first colours. The playful rhyming text is perfect for engaging your child and will help develop their rhythm and rhyme as well as bringing added context to each new word. Each book in the series features a unique range of touch-and-feel areas, which are ideal for developing your child's motor skills as well as aiding sensory development. Fabrics such as corduroy and metallic PVC feel fashionable and contemporary, as well as importantly providing a wide range of textures for a multi-sensory experience. Start building your MiniTouch library today with MiniTouch: Nature! Also available: MiniTouch: Animals, MiniTouch: Fruit & Veg and MiniTouch: Toys. Mini Magique Studio (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover the joy and meaning of the magical festival of Diwali, a very special time for people all around the world. Sonali and her brother Jay are inviting you to celebrate with them! Join in as they make rangoli patterns, cook up a feast with their nani and nana, and visit all their friends and family with gifts and delicious treats. Along the way, you'll learn how Diwali is a fun five-day celebration, all about the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. This bright, engaging and heart-warming book covers: - The preparations on Dhanteras - The cooking and baking on Kali Chaudas - The delicious feast and fireworks on Diwali - The special breakfast and gifts on Nutan Varsh - The celebration of the bond between brothers and sisters on Bhai Beej and the joy and excitement of this spectacular festival are brought to life with: - A salt dough diva recipe - Instructions to make a rangoli pattern - A colourful fact-file - A fun quiz to complete together In this immersive exploration of Diwali, kids join a family as they celebrate this vibrant festival. A simple way to introduce little ones to this important occasion, guided by young children who are celebrating. Part of the Celebrations & Festivals series, you are invited into a family's celebrations as you explore the magic and excitement of religious and cultural festivals around the world. Darshika Varma (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this belly-laughing picture book, follow a very proud peacock named Paul as he tumbles down to earth from his treetop penthouse and learns to appreciate his helpful and caring friends. Paul has everything. He has the biggest nest, the most loyal friend, and of course, the most beautiful feathers in the forest. But as you can guess, he's not the humblest of birds In fact Paul is a selfish, rude and arrogant peacock who isn't very nice to his friend Norris the Loris and the other animals in the forest. He's pampered by everyone around him and never has to shake a feather. Then, one evening, 'after another long, tiring day of being perfect', there is a huge storm. Paul loses everything including his precious feathers. He has to go on an adventure through the forest to try and retrieve his most prized possession. But as he sets off to find his feathers, he ultimately discovers something even more important This hilarious story with comic deadpan moments and vivid, expressive illustrations conveys an important message about kindness, friendship and humility. This is a fantastically funny fable that gently shows young readers how to be less materialistic, and more modest and mindful of other people's feelings.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The enchanting story of Pip and the grand yet lonely valley where he lived, and the comfort zone he stepped out of. This is the second story from incredible authorillustrator Ashling Lindsay after An Unexpected Thing in 2022, shortlisted for the Academy of British Book Cover Design Award.Pip lived all alone on one side of a beautiful, wide valley. And he had absolutely everything he needed. Every morning he drank his tea, watered his plants and checked his post box for letters. And every night, he sat and looked out into the deep dark sky at the planets, comets and stars. And sometimes it made him feel quite small. Until one day, a leaf fluttered in through Pip's open window. He looked at it. It was not an ordinary leafit certainly didn't belong to any of the trees on his side of the valley. It shimmered and shone in the sunlight and was unlike anything Pip had ever seen before! But where did it come from Pip peered out of his window and wondered. maybe there was something more on the other side of the Valley after all. This is a meaningful picture book all about travel, exploration and trying new things, encouraging little ones who may be stuck in their ways to venture out of their comfort zones. Whether it's trying new foods, reading new books or preparing to go to a new school, there's something for all readers to take away from this sweet fable.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Learn about the incredible life of Leonard Cohen, the inspiring singer-songwriter who shared songs about hope, love, loss and everything that makes us human.Little Leonard grew up in Montréal, Canada, and was a child who delighted in the world around him. From roses with too-long stems, to birds chirping on a rusty wire, he noticed the beauty in things that others might miss. His trips to the synagogue were a source of wonder, too. Leonard listened in awe to the songs and stories - moved by their messages and timeless narratives.When Leonard was nine, his father sadly died. To cope with the loss, he began writing poems, and soon realised how important it was for him to express his feelings through art. As an adult, his search for poetic inspiration led him to London and Greece until, finally, he settled in New York City. He was influenced by the city's music scene and decided to turn his hand to writing songs. His haunting melodies and powerful lyrics gained him a following and he was soon a household name.Most known for his beautiful ballad, Hallelujah, Leonard became one of the most iconic artists of all time through a music career that lasted almost fifty years. This powerful book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the musician's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS. Agathe Bray-Bourett (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Shining Bright, Shining Black! is a rebound treasury of the best-selling, genre-defining Young, Gifted and Black, and its follow-up Young, Gifted and Black Too. Meet 100 icons of colour from the past, including inspiring figures from as far back as the 1500s, and present day, in this celebration of inspirational achievement.This treasury includes a collection of stories about changemakers to encourage, inspire and empower the next generation of changemakers, as well as exciting new material and a detailed timeline. This is ideal for educators and homeschoolers studying Black excellence,with a huge range of figures to explore over the academic year. Biographies are ordered chronologically, and the range of figures showcases a global selection in line with the movement towards decolonising our history and curricula.Strong, courageous, talented and diverse, these extraordinary men and women's achievements will inspire a new generation to chase their dream whatever it may be.The 100 icons: Juan Latino, Queen Nanny, Toussaint Louverture, Alexander Pushkin, Alexandre Dumas, Mary Seacole, Harriet Tubman, Yaa Asantewaa, George Washington Carver, Matthew Henson, Madam C J Walker, W.E.B Du Bois, Moses and Calvin McKissack, Bessie Coleman, Ann Lowe, Albert Luthuli, Louis Armstrong, Langston Hughes, Charles R Drew, Josephine Baker, Thurgood Marshall, Jesse Owens, Rosa Parks, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Nelson Mandela, George Washington Gibbs Jr., George Washington Gibbs Jr., Jackie Robinson, Shirley Chisholm, Bertina Lopes, Frantz Fanon, Hans Massaquoi, Sidney Poitier, Maya Angelou, Coretta Scott King, MLK Jr, Mariama Bâ, Gladys Mae West, Chinua Achebe, Alvin Ailey, Toni Morrison, Miriam Makeba, Nina Simone, Annie Easley, Ngugi Wa Thiong'o, Kofi Annan, John Lewis, Wangari Maathai, Pele, Muhammad Ali, Aretha Franklin, Angela Davis, Bob Marley, Octavia Butler, Thomas Sankara, Iman, Oprah Winfrey, Mae Jemison, Prince, Yannick Noah, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Obamas, Malorie Blackman, Maurice Ashley, Ozwald Boateng, Brian Lara, Steve McQueen, Naomi Campbell, Marcus Samuelsson, Leymah Gbowee, Ava Duvernay, Laverne Cox, Cathy Freeman, Zadie Smith, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Serena & Venus, Beyonce and Solange, Misty Copeland, Nicola Adams, Mo Farah, Esperanza Spalding, Phoebe Robinson, Lewis Hamilton, Usain Bolt, Michaela Coel, Colin Kaepernick, Kadeena Cox, Aisha Dee, Adenike Oladosu, Naomi Osaka, Simone Biles, Amanda Gorman, Ntando Mahlangu, Zaila Avant-Garde and Mari Copeny.Discover more empowering books by the same authorillustrator team: Young, Gifted and Black, Too; Baby Young, Gifted, and Black;Young, Gifted and Black; Step into Your Power; Step into My Power and Big Ideas For Young Thinkers. Andrea Pippins (illustrator).…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From the bestselling Story of series comes The Story of Dinosaurs, an accessible introduction to the prehistoric beasts that ruled our planet for millions of years. Amy Husband (illustrator).

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Discover the wonder of autumn and learn how wildlife prepares for the colder months ahead with this heart-warming non-fiction picture book.The wind is blowing. Golden leaves are falling. Animals are busy gathering food to store away. It's time to celebrate nature during the coolerautumn monthsIn this beautiful, blustery story, join two young children and their mums as they go on an autumnal adventure in their local park. They spot amazing plants and animals and are enchanted by the sights and sounds around them crunchy leaves, vibrant colours,and a feast of nuts, berriesand fruit.They pass through several wildlife habitats and begin to see that nature is full of life. They notice the little things seeds blowing in the wind, mushrooms on the groundand empty shells all around.Co-authors Sean Taylor (bestselling picture book author) and Alex Morss (ecologist, journalist and educator) offer a gentle introduction to autumn and different animal behaviours, including annotated illustrations. In the golden park, the fruit and leaves have fallen from the trees and the animals are collecting food. Why are the animals doing this Where are they going Filled with fascinating facts and stunning illustrations, the books in this popular series encourage children to discover more about nature and the seasons. This is the fourth and final book, following Winter Sleep, Busy Springand Wild Summer.…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Meet the animal kingdom's greatest talents in this illustrated encyclopedia of curious creatures!Drawn in a fun and vibrant style, this book groups animals by their special skills. Flick through these amazing animals that think, look, sound and act in incredible ways!Introducing:- 'the architects'Super-skilled animals that build objects using their legs, beaks, and mouths!- the 'noisy neighbours'What's all that racket ! Meet the loudest big mouths on the planet.- the 'homebodies'These territorial creatures keep watch of the land around them.- the 'forever faithfuls'Some animals mate for life! Discover which animals pair up.- the 'night owls'These fascinating animals only come out at night.Filled with fascinating facts, curious creatures and characterful cartoons, this book will keep young explorers busy for hours. The perfect gift for any young animal lover.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - In this handy alpine-growing guide, Kew Gardens' alpines expert shares tips and advice on how to grow and maintain these unique plants, including 12 practical projects to try at home. Alpines are often considered tricky to grow, but given their natural mountain homes, they are actually remarkably hardy. They're perfect for dry, free-draining soils and do well in containers, gravel gardens and in walls and other crevices and small corners. Plus, their miniature stature makes them perfect for those with small gardens or a tiny space to fill in fact, you don't need a garden at all! Alpines do very well on either a balcony or doorstep. Packed with information and inspiration, this book teaches you everything you need to know about 50 specimens of alpines, from ideal humidity, light and temperature, to maintenance instructions so that your plants can thrive. It includes 12 easy-to-follow projects for you to try at home, so you can grow a vibrant array of alpine plants, whether you are a complete beginner or a keen enthusiast. Combining beautiful botanical illustrations and practical advice, The Kew Gardener's Guide to Growing Alpines is the definitive introduction to growing these wonderful plants. This book is from the Kew Experts series, in which the top gardeners and botanical scientists from Royal Botanic Kew Gardens offer up advice and information as well as suggesting handy projects on a range of gardening topics. Other titles include: Companion to Medicinal Plants, Guide to Growing Bulbs, Guide to Growing Fruit, Guide to Growing Orchids, Guide to Growing Herbs, Guide to Growing Roses, Guide to Growing Cacti and Succulents, Guide to Growing Vegetables and Guide to Growing House Plants. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'I know for sure that I have an instinct for color, and painting is in the very marrow of my bones' The life of Van Gogh has gone down in legend as the archetypal artist's existence. He was irascible and short-tempered, hugely passionate and emotional, absurdly talented and, for most of his lifetime, notoriously misunderstood and under-appreciated. And yet today, we see him as one of the most inventive, influential and admired painters of the entire Western canon, if not a genius. Taking us through his short but explosive life, this graphic novel paints a vivid picture of Van Gogh's unusual youth, his famous early failures, his discovery of a new style of painting, his tragic suicide, and the meteoric artistic legacy that followed. For those looking for an introduction to this incredible artist, or searching for a fresh take on his story this is Vincent Van Gogh's life as you've never seen it before.…

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Explore different textures, develop an understanding of first shapes and learn about toys with MiniTouch: Toys, a beautiful touch-and-feel board book. Mini Magique Studio (illustrator).

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - A celebration of 100 of the best romantic comedies of all time all with proper feminist credentials. From Barbie to Muriel's Wedding and It Happened One Night to 13 Going on 30, this book will validate your love of romcoms and prove they have always had your back.We all love romcoms. They keep us on the edge of our seats, waiting for the two leads to fall madly in love. But what you may not realize is that they often contain profound feminist messages that have the power to re-shape how we think about sexism and women's rights.In this fascinating guide, movie journalist and Bechdel Test Fest founder Corrina Antrobus reveals how romcoms reflect feminism in the modern age. These iconic, groundbreaking movies have shone a spotlight or shifted narratives on topics from body positivity to abortion, and from faking orgasms to workplace equality.Antrobus discusses all the best feminist moments, big and small, in romcoms through the ages, including:- When Harry Met Sally, which broke taboos around faking orgasms- 10 Things I Hate About You, which embraced female rebellion- Mamma Mia!, which sang in the face of slut shaming- My Best Friend's Wedding, which showed us it's OK to be irrational- Clueless, which proved women can be fashionable, feminine, and feminist!- Bridesmaids, which brought female-powered comedy to the forefront of HollywoodSo, what are you waiting for ! Arm yourself with this stylish guide to the best feelgood movies that have taught a generation of women and girls all about love, humor, and identity. Each page includes recommendations for similar movies, making it the perfect companion for anyone in love with romcoms and longing for more. Vulga Drawings (illustrator).…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -From the bestselling biography series Little People, BIG DREAMS, discover the life ofLeonard Cohen, the Canadian poet and singer who moved the world with his songs.Petersen Buchimport GmbH, Weidestraße 122 a, 22083 Hamburg 32 pp. Englisch. Agathe Bray-Bourett (illustrator).…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Bring entertainment to the kitchen to please every crowd. Sian's Kitchen is a collection ofcomforting dishes with Caribbean flair.BBC Radio 1Xtra broadcaster, DJ, Channel 5/BET presenter and restaurateur Sian Anderson is an exciting new voice in the culinary scene. After founding her immensely popular restaurant Octaves, Sian is now celebrating her Black British identity with Jamaican and St Lucian heritage in a modern Caribbean cookbook.Among the 80 fresh and flavoursome recipesare interviews with Big Zuu, Julie Adenuga and Big Narstie, as Sian invites them to dinner to discuss their favourite food, plus there is a playlist for every chapter to help you set the mood.This is an invitation to enjoy a taste of what makes Caribbean culture in the UK so special gathering around the table to share comforting, vibrant dishes.With chapters including20-Minute Fixes, Comfort Classics and From the Islands, you'll find plenty of inspiration with recipes such as: Caribbean Plantain & Black Bean Bowl Ackee Fried Rice, Jamaican Curry Snapper Fish, Oxtail Stew, Curry Chicken and Jerk Lamb with all the extras. And keep the conversation flowing with: Jam Tarts, Sprinkle Cake and Rum Punch.Sian's Kitchen is a crowd-pleasing, love letter of a cookbook containing everything Sian holds close to her heart: cooking, culture and entertainment. …

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Royal expert and TV historian Kate Williams opens the doors to 30 palaces, castles and houses that have been connected with the British royals over the centuries.Well known for her expert insights in the media and on countless royal documentaries, Kate takes you on a tour of the UK's most fascinating palaces, past and present, to unveil the scandalous and little-known stories hidden between their walls.Included in the book are such famous royal residences as Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle, but also lesser-known locations such as Falkland Palace and Beaumaris Castle. Covering the breadth of British history, there are tales from the medieval era to the present.Among the palaces included are:- St James's Palace, wedding venue for the disastrous union of Caroline of Brunswick and the debauched Prince of Wales, George IV, who turned up drunk and already secretly married- Holyroodhouse, where staff once ran a flourishing side hustle, charging visitors money to see the bloodstains from the murder of Mary, Queen of Scots' secretary in the queen's chamber- Whitehall Palace and Banqueting Hall, home to Charles II's secret laboratory, where he tried to create an elixir of youth using human skulls- Tower of London, the site of the unsolved mystery of the 'Princes in the Tower' the disappearance of the two young sons of Edward IV- Glamis Castle, the inspiration for Shakespeare's Macbeth- Greenwich Palace, where Elizabeth I survived an assassination attempt when poison was placed in her saddle- Windsor Castle, where princesses Elizabeth and Margaret were evacuated to during the Second World War, with a secret biscuit tin full of the Crown Jewels- Marlborough House, home of Sarah Churchill, the passionate confidante of Queen Anne, before her cousin Abigail usurped her as the new favouriteRevel in the glory and glamour of royal life, as well as the salacious scandals that defined these palaces. The book is vividly brought to life by numerous beautiful illustrations by James Oses, and will beirresistible to anyone interested in British royalty and the history of the United Kingdom. Oses, James (illustrator).…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Korean-American chef Judy Joo brings Korean food to the masses, proving that it's fun and easy to prepare at home. Joo turns exotic dishes into over 100 accessible, original and delicious recipes, ranging from well-loved and popular dishes such as kimchi, sweet potato noodles (japchae), beef and vegetable rice bowl (bibimbap), and Korean Fried Chicken, to more creative, less traditional recipes like Spicy Pork Belly Cheese Steak, Krazy Korean Burgers, and Fried Fish with Kimchi Mayo and Sesame Mushy Peas. With chapters devoted to sauces, desserts, and drinks as well as a detailed list for stocking a Korean pantry, this is a beautiful and comprehensive guide to Korean food and flavours.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -'I know for sure that I have an instinct for color, and painting is in the very marrow of my bones' The life of Van Gogh has gone down in legend as the archetypal artist's existence. He was irascible and short-tempered, hugely passionate and emotional, absurdly talented and, for most of his lifetime, notoriously misunderstood and under-appreciated. And yet today, we see him as one of the most inventive, influential and admired painters of the entire Western canon, if not a genius. Taking us through his short but explosive life, this graphic novel paints a vivid picture of Van Gogh's unusual youth, his famous early failures, his discovery of a new style of painting, his tragic suicide, and the meteoric artistic legacy that followed. For those looking for an introduction to this incredible artist, or searching for a fresh take on his story this is Vincent Van Gogh's life as you've never seen it before. 160 pp. Englisch.…