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 | A B C for You and Me Ref: 8617
by Meg Girnis, photography by Shirley Leamon Green
Learn your alphabet with a lively group of youngsters, in this very welcome book that contains positive images of children of all cultures and abilities. Age 2-6 American Import Hardback 28pp
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1 2 3 for You and Me Ref: 8314
by Meg Girnis, photos by Shirley Leamon Green
Count to 20 with a lively group of youngsters in this very welcome book that contains positive images of children of all cultures and abilities. Age 2-6 American Import Hardback 28pp
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 | All My Friends Ref: 8904
by Gill Lobel, illustrated by Jo Blake
At first Keisha feels sad and lonely at her new school. But with help from her teacher, classmates and a funny doll she finds in the garden Keisha soon has lots of new friends! Age 4-6 Paperback 26pp
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All Kinds of Babies Ref: 9104
by Emma Damon
Another in the ever-popular series. Lift the flaps and explore babies from many different families and countries. See how they are welcomed into the world, are carried, play, sleep and more. Hours of fun! Age 4+, Hardback 12pp
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 | All Kinds of Beliefs Ref: 7007
by Emma Damon
With flaps, pop-ups and fantastic illustrations this book provides a wonderful way for children to explore different beliefs. A celebration of diversity that is irresistible to small hands. Age 2-6, Hardback 11pp.
ALSO AVAILABLE IN DUAL LANGUAGE
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All Kinds of People Ref: 6904
by Emma Damon
With flaps to open, questions and a mirror, this book provides a wonderful way for children to explore identity. A celebration of diversity that is irresistible to small hands. Age 2-6, Hardback 12pp
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 | All Kinds of Bodies Ref: 7704
by Emma Brownjohn
An exciting array of pop-ups and flaps make this book and ideal way for children to explore and understand human physical diversity, far removed from stigma and prejudice. Age 4+, 13pp Hardback
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All Kinds of Feelings Ref: 8019
by Emma Brownjohn
Feelings about disability, skin colour, moods, generosity are explored. An utterly fantastic lift-the-flap book. Game included
12pp Hardback
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 | All Kinds of Homes Ref: 8542
by Emma Damon
With flaps, pop-ups and fantastic illustrations this book provides a wonderful way for children to explore different homes. A celebration of diversity that is irresistible to small hands. Age 2-6, Hardback 11pp.
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All Kinds of Transport Ref: 8916
by Emma Damon
With plenty of pop-ups and flaps to open, this popular title provides a wonderful opportunity to explore and celebrate our global communities and our diverse identities. Age 4+ Hardback 16pp
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 | And Tango Makes Three Ref: 426
by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell
illustrated by Henry Cole
'Tango was the very first penguin in the zoo to have two daddies.' A gentle book which effortlessly normalises a same-sex family unit. 'Our children enjoyed it very much' (Pre-School Supervisor, Letterbox reviewer). Age3+ Paperback 31pp
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The Animal Boogie + Music CD Ref: 7705
by Debbie Harter
Swing along with the creatures of the Indian jungle as they shake, flap and slither to the sound of the Animal Boogie! An active and musical read, now with a music CD. Age 2-6, 22pp Paperback.
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 | The Ant and the Big Bad Bully Goat Ref: 9340
by Andrew Fusek Peters
illustrated by Anna Wadham
A witty Iberian story with a twist. Large format, high quality production and packed with fun. Age 4-7, Paperback 31pp
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The Apple-Pip Princess Ref: 9442
by Jane Ray
'A truly beautiful book' (Inclusion Manager, LL reviewer). In a barren land ravaged by drought, the littlest of princesses and the smallest of apple-pips create something wondrous. A modern fairytale with a passion for nurturing the environment. Jane Ray at her most stunning. Age 5-9, Hardback 29pp
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 | Around the World: Bicycles Ref: 8917B
by Kate Petty in association with Oxfam
'Lots of positive images and areas for discussion'; 'a super resource' (Primary & Early Years Teachers, Letterbox reviewers). A hit with our review team, this excellent title draws parallels with children from many different cultures. Spectacular photography. Age 3-6 Paperback 24pp
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Around the World: Hair Ref: 8918B
by Kate Petty in association with Oxfam
'Lots of positive images and areas for discussion'; 'a super resource' (Primary & Early Years Teachers, Letterbox reviewers). A hit with our review team, this excellent title draws parallels with children from many different cultures. Spectacular photography. Age 3-6 Paperback 24pp
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 | Around the World: Home Ref: 9015B
by Kate Petty in association with Oxfam
'Lots of positive images and areas for discussion'; 'a super resource' (Primary & Early Years Teachers, Letterbox reviewers). A hit with our review team, this excellent series draws parallels with children from many different cultures. Spectacular photography. Age 3-6 Paperback 24pp
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Around the World: Playtime Ref: 9016B
by Kate Petty in association with Oxfam
'Lots of positive images and areas for discussion'; 'a super resource' (Primary & Early Years Teachers, Letterbox reviewers). A hit with our review team, this excellent series draws parallels with children from many different cultures. Spectacular photography. Age 3-6 Paperback 24pp
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 | As Long as the River Flows Ref: 8924
by Larry Loyie, illustrated by Heather D. Holmlund
An award-winning, thought-provoking autobiographical account. Set in the 1940s, a young N. American native boy spends his last summer with his family before being forced by the Canadian government to attend a residential school. Highly recommended. Age 8+. Canadian Import Paperback 35pp
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Atlantic Ref: 9426
by G. Brian Karas
Dreamy illustrations and poetic text wonderfully capture the grace and power of the Atlantic Ocean. Age 5-8, American Import Paperback 29pp
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 | Babu's Song Ref: 9421
by Stepahnie Stuve-Bodeen
illustrated by Aaron Boyd
Bernardi would love to go to school but Babu cannot afford to send him. Set in contemporary Tanzania, this is a warm and tender intergenerational story. Beautifully illustrated. Age 6-9, American Import Paperback 29pp
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Bear and Turtle and the Great Lake Race Ref: 8922
by Andrew Fusek Peters, illustrated by Alison Edgson
A traditional Native American trickster tale with humorous pictures. Large format, high quality production and packed with fun. Age 4-7. Paperback 32 pp
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 | Beautiful Warrior Ref: 9342
by Emily Arnold McCully
Celebrating discipline and inner strength while retelling legends connected with styles of Kung Fu, this story authentically re-creates a period of Chinese history and gives readers not one, but two lively heroines. Age 7-10, American Import Paperback 40pp
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Beatrice's Goat Ref: 9225
by Page McBrier
illustrated by Lori Lohstoeter
A contemporary story, set in a Ugandan village, which shows the transformation a single goat brings to a young girl's family. 'Provoked lots of discussion…especially how we take education for granted' (Primary Teacher, Letterbox reviewer). Age 5-9 American Import Paperback 31pp
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 | Be Quiet, Marina! Ref: 8645
by Kirsten DeBear, photos by Laura Dwight
Two girls, one with cerebral palsy, the other with Down syndrome, learn to play together. An excellent story which shows that we can all get along despite differences and difficulties. Age: 4-8 Hardback 25pp
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The Best Eid Ever Ref: 9332
by Asma Mobin-Uddin
illustrated by Laura Jacobsen
A moving story which perfectly captures the joyfulness of Eid. This contemporary, affirming, snapshot of Muslim life also introduces the experiences of refugees. Loads to discuss! Age 7-10, American Import Hardback 29pp
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 | Best Friends Ref: 9458
by Mark Chambers
A pop-up book bulging with imagination. A little girl and boy (a wheelchair user) play at being dinosaur-seeking adventurers, pirates and Olympic sprinters. Age 4-7, Hardback 12pp
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Big Moon Tortilla Ref: 8512
by Joy Cowley, illustrated by Dyanne Strongbow
Marta is having a terrible day. Her homework gets ruined, her glasses get broken. But Grandma puts her problems into perspective with some Native American wisdom- and with a tortilla as big as the moon! Age 6-8 Paperback 30pp
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 | Bob Met Ben Ref: 9324
by Anne Adeney
illustrated by Anni Axworthy
A fun stories to support children learning to read through synthetic phonics. Practise CVC words with short vowel sounds plus 'and'. 'Lovely illustrations' (Preschool Supervisor, Letterbox reviewer). Age 3-6, Paperback 21pp
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Bunda's Dreaming Ref: 9443
by Jay Matthews
Bunda's Grandmother has a marvellous collection of Aboriginal tales. Join Bunda as he goes into Dreamtime and discovers the world of kangaroos, kookaburras and honey hunters. Age 5-9, Paperback 36pp
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 | Burger Boy Ref: 9134
by Alan Durant
illustrated by Mei Matsuoka
Benny LOVES burgers. 'You'll turn into a burger one day', his mum warns. A light-hearted cautionary tale on the downside of fast food. Loved by our primary pupil reviewers. Age 4-8 Paperback 24pp
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But Martin! Ref: 8713
by June Counsel, illustrated by Neal Layton
The return of one of our best selling treasures! A witty, subtle and yet enormously effective celebration of difference. As relevant and as brilliant today as it ever was. Age:2-6 Paperback 31pp
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 | Bully Ref: 9360
by Naomi Tipping
A clever lift-the-flap book which takes a mature and thorough look at bullying through very accessible text and images. Positive, reassuring and ideally suited to prompting an open discussion. Age 5-10, Hardback 12pp
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The Bus Ride Ref: 7303
By William Miller
The moving, re-imagined story of a young girl making the fateful decision not to give up her seat. With an Introduction by Rosa Parks. Age 6-10, American Import 30pp Paperback
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 | Candy Shop Ref: 9227
by Jan Wahl
illustrated by Nicole Wong
Angry words have been scrawled on the pavement outside Daniel's favourite shop- and the owner, Miz Chu, looks distressed. Daniel knows he has to do something. A sensitive and heartening story about making a stand. Age 4-7 American Import Paperback 30pp
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The Carpet Boy's Gift Ref: 8426
by Pegi Deitz Shea, illustrated by Leane Morin
A moving story of the child carpet slaves in Pakistan and the real life child hero Iqbal Masih who was assassinated while working to free other children. An extraordinary and haunting book. Age 9+ American Import Hardback 38pp
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 | Choices, Choices... Ref: 9219
by Dawne Allette
illustrated by Paul Cemmick
A rhyming romp through the world of jobs- with no gender restrictions! Dexter can't decide between a yoga teacher, clothing designer, marine biologist...so much to choose from, so little time! Age 6-8 Paperback 27pp
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The Closet Ghosts Ref: 9160
by Uma Krishnaswami
illustrated by Shiraaz Bhabba
Anu isn't thrilled about her new house. Worse, there are ghosts lurking in her closet. A fantastic contemporary story effortlessly interwoven with Hindu mythology. A visual treat. Age 6+ American Import Hardback 30pp
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 | The Colour of Home Ref: 7707B
by Mary Hoffman, illustrated by Karin Littlewood
Britain seems rainy and colourless to Hassan, but after painting the bright colours of his refugee family's flight from sunny, war-torn Somalia he begins to see colours in his new home. Sensitively and beautifully illustrated. Age 6-9, 15pp Paperback
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Crossing Bok Chitto Ref: 9144
by Tim Tinlge
illustrated by Jeanne Rorex Bridges
A fascinating account of how a Native American nation, the Choctaws, helped their neighbours, African American slaves, to cross the river Bok Chitto to freedom. A wonderful story of courage, spirit and friendship. Age 7+, American Import Hardback 38pp
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| | Crossing Bok Chitto Ref: 9471
by Tim Tinlge
illustrated by Jeanne Rorex Bridges
A fascinating account of how a Native American nation, the Choctaws, helped their neighbours, African American slaves, to cross the river Bok Chitto to freedom. A wonderful story of courage, spirit and friendship. Age 7+, American Import Paperback 38pp
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Daddy Calls Me Man Ref: 5873b
by Angela Johnson
illustrated by Rhonda Mitchell
Captivating illustrations and minimal poetic text capture the world of Noah as he revels in the experiences of growing up in a family of artists; his imagination inspired by the paintings around him. Age 3-7 American Import Paperback 26pp
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 | Dan and Diesel Ref: 9025
by Charlotte Hudson, illustrated by Lindsey Gardiner
Dan feels the world. Diesel watches the world. Superbly illustrated, a warm, subtle and thoughtful story about a boy's relationship with his guide dog. Age 3-6 Paperback 29pp
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A Day With Daddy Ref: 8819
by Nikki Grimes
illustrated by Nicole Tadgell
Extremely positive and affirming account of a child's relationship with his separated parents. Age 4-7 American Import Paperback 28pp
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 | Daisy the Doctor Ref: 8919
by Felicity Brooks
illustrated/designed by Jo Litchfield/Nickey Butler
Lovely, informative introductions to a busy surgery. Multicultural and positive, 'casual' images of wheelchair users. Also very very funny! Charming. Age 2+ Paperback 21pp
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Dear Greenpeace Ref: 9427
by Simon James
'Dear Greenpeace, I think I saw a whale in my pond today'. A little girl, a little pond and an almighty big blue whale called Arthur. Pull-out letters on every page! Age 4-8, Hardback 24pp
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 | Don't Say Ain't Ref: 9145
by Irene Smalls
illustrated by Colin Bootman
Set in 1957 New York when school were first integrated, this subtle and skilfully told story raises issues of class, prejudice and identity. Beautiful oil paintings capture the period and one girl's personal conflict. Age 6-9, American Import Paperback 30pp
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The Dove Ref: 9428
by Dianne Stewart
illustrated by Jude Daly
When a flood destroys their livelihood, Lindi and her grandmother show their resourcefulness by making and selling beadwork. Strong folk-art paintings bring the South African landscape brilliantly to life. Age 5-10, Paperback 29pp
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 | The Dragon Kite Ref: 9215
by Kenneth Steven
illustrated by Karin Littlewood
When Chang's kite flies off, he chases after it into the deep bowels of a volcano…inhabited by a real life dragon of old! A wonderful adventure, interwoven with details about Chinese culture and set off by magnificent illustrations. Age 5-8 Large Paperback 26pp
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Earth to Audrey Ref: 9429
by Susan Hughes
illustrated by Stéphane Poulin
Audrey is weird. Sam wonders if she is an alien. She has no Earth manners. But she knows all about Earth hugs. And Earth rides. A wonderful feat of storytelling, imagination and Earth-Love. Age 5-8, Canadian Import Paperback 29pp
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 | Evie's Mad Hair Day Ref: 9161
by Shane McG
Mad hair, who cares? Evie is far too boisterous and busy to bother with her hair. There are sports cars to be driven, horses to ride, galaxies to explore. Gloriously imaginative. Age 4-7 Paperback 31pp
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Fizz Whiz Ref: 9325
by Sure Graves
illustrated by Lee Wildish
Two fun stories to support children learning to read through synthetic phonics. Practise CVC words and phonemes of more than one letter. 'Lovely illustrations' (Preschool Supervisor, Letterbox reviewer). Age 3-6, Paperback 21pp
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 | Four Feet, Two Sandals Ref: 9420
by Karen Lynn Williams + Khadra Mohammed
illustrated by Doug Chayka
While war rages in Afghanistan, a friendship between two girls blossoms in a Pakistani refugee camp. Lina and Feroza share their dreams, their tears...and a pair of yellow sandals. Inspiring. Age 7-10, American Import Hardback
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From Beans to Batteries Ref: 9226
by Steve Brace
illustrated by Annie Kubler
In a village high up in the Andes, Aldomaro relies on his radio for knowledge. Published with ActionAid, this child-friendly narrative explores how batteries are sometimes a precious commodity and learning a real aspiration. Age 5-8 Paperback 31pp
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