This is an atmospheric and informative picturebook that explores the history, technology and human ingenuity behind the world’s lighthouses. Koomen’s lively prose propels her readers to sail the seven seas and encounter these marvellous beacons of light, from the fist century’s Roman Tower of Hercules to the twenty-first century’s automated lighthouses.
Follow along with Pencil’s story as his cast of characters chaotically venture through dark forests, crocodile-infested waters, and facing evil smushing snowballs!
This is a vibrant, peek through picturebook designed for young minds which encompasses a delightful ode to one of nature’s most perfect marvels – the egg. From the moment the chicken lays the egg, to the many ways it can be cooked, cracked and enjoyed, this book turns mealtimes into a full-blown adventure.
Bridges is a smorgasbord of details, big and small – touching on the history and construction of bridges all over the world and why we build them. This book is a perfect introduction to the complex world of engineering, but also a fantastic resource for any budding architectural enthusiast.
A Year in Nature chronicles the transformation of the countryside over the course of all four seasons. The book opens by explaining how seasons are natures version of a clock – helping us to tell what time of the year it is.
Join best friends Mei and Tiger on a mischievous adventure in this light-hearted tale of friendship, bravery, and responsibility.
This story begins with a sunflower seed breaking free from its flower, and off it goes, carried away by the wind. The following pages bring the reader on this little seed’s journey – told by the seed – passing through the four seasons.
This beautifully designed picturebook takes little ones on a journey through our world, starting with one tiny seed, and ending in the expanse of the universe. The text is simple and spare, perfect for toddlers, yet rich enough to spark early wonder about the world and our place within it. Its rhythm flows easily, helping to introduce foundational words while also encouraging conversation and curiosity.
Once in a while a children’s picturebook comes along that is certain to become a keepsake, guaranteed to be read again and again. This story being one, the beautifully rendered illustrations are so full of narrative possibility, reminiscent of some of the great European master painters, they could be read entirely on their own.
Currently, 55% of the world’s population live in cities, and it is predicted that this figure will rise to almost 70% by 2050. With increasing challenges posed by the climate and biodiversity emergencies, as well as growing populations, there is an urgent need for cities to reexamine how scarce resources such as land, water, and energy are managed and distributed.
