"Innovative and inclusive, The Barefoot Book of Children empowers young readers to learn about children around the globe and ponder their own place in it. Created with the guidance of diversity specialists, this groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction addresses the need for children's books that depict diversity, while simultaneously demonstrating the interconnectedness and uniqueness of all people."
"Innovative and inclusive, Children of the World empowers young readers to learn about children around the globe and ponder their own place in it. Created with the guidance of diversity specialists, this groundbreaking work of narrative nonfiction addresses the need for childrens books that depict diversity, while simultaneously demonstrating the interconnectedness and uniqueness of all people."
"What do you hear when you walk outside? This story follows a baby through his day in the city, focusing on the many sounds that he hears. From birdsong in the morning to the hubbub of traffic on the streets and the sounds and smells of the market and cafe, this simple, interactive picture book will open up your ears!"
A Child's Book of Prayers From Many Faiths and Cultures by TessaStrickland Paperback, 40 Pages, Published 2000 by Barefoot Books Ltd ISBN-13: 978-1-901223-34-7, ISBN: 1-901223-34-5
Please, Mr. Crocodile! Poems About Animals (Barefoot Beginners S.) by TessaStrickland Hardcover, 40 Pages, Published 1999 by Barefoot Books Ltd ISBN-13: 978-1-902283-61-6, ISBN: 1-902283-61-9
"The traditional art of stencilling is enjoying a renaissance. This is an indispensable guide to the versatile and popular form of home decoration. Full-color illustrations."
"When Natasha makes a selfish choice, she finds herself trapped in a lavish but lonely palace, far from her widowed father. Will she find a way to escape and see her father again? This poignant tale, inspired by Russian folklore, will help start conversations about the importance of family."
"In this newest addition to the "Bear" series, we find Bear hard at work as a postman. Follow Bear as he delivers letters, parcels and packages all over town, meeting other bears, all busy working at their different jobs. Children will love the rhyming lines and whimsical rhythm of the story, while learning about the occupations of different bears, among them a librarian, a doctor, a builder and a farmer. Debbie Harter is the illustrator ..."
"Golden carriages, airplanes, submarines - there are many ways to get from here to there! Some have engines, some have gears and others are powered by people. Using playful rhyming text and brightly coloured artwork, this book introduces young travellers to the many forms of transport and travel."
"Told from the viewpoint of a child whose Grandpa is a beekeeper, this rhyming text offers an accessible and engaging introduction to the behavior of bees, including: where they live, how honey is made, and what a beekeeper does."
"From the rainforests of Africa to the mountains of Japan, Judith Nicholls brings together a diverse collection of poems from many cultures that celebrate the beauty and fragility of our Earth. Beth Krommes's illustrations of colorful landscapes, animals and people beautifully complement each poem, creating an heirloom-quality gift book that will delight children of all ages."
"A classic with a twist, this number-crunching take on The Princess and the Pea features not just one princess, but three, not to mention four horses, five dogs, six grooms, seven gardeners, and all kinds of chances for young mathematicians to put their adding and subtracting to the test!"
"Lift the veil between the faerie world and our own and meet a variety of faerie folk through stories, poems and snippets of lore from Britain and Ireland. Each story introduction is filled with fascinating historical and literary details about faerie customs, among the shower of pixie dust, glittery stars and fluttery dragon flies that highlight Gail Newey's whimsical illustrations."