Fraidy dog is frightened of spiders, storms, the dark and all the unknown corners of his home, but his encounters with a ‘furrocious’ cat help him find the fun in his surroundings again. Learning that even the bravest of us still get scared sometimes, Fraidy gains confidence from playing with his new friend.
Marking the eightieth anniversary of the end of World War II, this lavishly illustrated graphic novel is a timely reminder of the importance of embracing cultural differences when the world so badly needs an example of friendship and acceptance.
The story of Tom Crean is so extraordinary, it is hard to believe it’s not made up, and yet his story is real. Crean’s heroic exploits in the vastness of Antarctica are in sharp contrast to his persona, the unassuming humble Kerry man who faced every challenge. A compassionate comrade and lover of animals amidst the wild and often brutal conditions of the southern oceans, Crean was involved in almost every epic battle to chart Antarctica and reach the south pole.
Gaelic football stars and twins Aoife and Aidan Power are back for another sporting adventure. However, due to the rules that mean boys and girls have to play on different teams when they reach under fourteen level, the siblings can’t link up on the field like they used to. Not that they’re on their own though, as they have a host of friends and teammates there to help them split the posts and rattle the back of the net.
This confident, enjoyable début from author Kevin Moran will appeal hugely to fans of Eoin Colfer and Dave Rudden. Beginning in an ancient primary-school building, but featuring characters who are bang up-to-date, this zingy novel borrows from Irish mythology while exploring themes of friendship, bullying, bravery and growing up.
Inspired by Balbriggan's historic stocking factory, this charming picturebook tells the delightful tale of Ben and Lucy, two children who transform their grey world with a burst of vibrant colour. Their accidental creation of colourful socks becomes a catalyst for change, reminding us that even small actions can have a significant impact.
Falasteen struggles to find Palestine, her home country, on the classroom map and is told by her teacher that it must not exist. After school, she seeks answers from family members who encourage Falasteen to see that her home country is interwoven into so many parts of her life. From the foods that she eats to the music that she dances to, Falasteen carries Palestine with her, it lives inside her.
Many dreams of children – and adults - across Ireland have featured either the arrival of Santa on Christmas Eve or the scoring of winning goals in Croke Park. Well, now we have a picturebook that celebrates both!
Everything Irish rugby finds a home between the covers of this vividly written and illustrated work from Gerard Siggins and Graham Corcoran. Taking Ireland as its centre, the book provides a wealth of information about the game generally and the pivotal role Ireland has played in its history more specifically. From international tournaments to schools’ rugby, no stone is left unturned in capturing the spirit and significance of the game to the island of Ireland.
