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by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Mary Lennox is sent from India as an orphan to live at Misselthwaite Manor.  She arrives as a sour-faced, sickly and ill-tempered little madam but becomes friends with local lad Dickon and her poorly cousin, Colin.  In their restoration of a secret garden all their lives are changed for the better.

With an Afterword by Anna South.

Hardcover, 288 pages.

Pan MacMillan.

Recommended for readers ages 8-12 years old.

 

About the Author:

Frances Hodgson Burnett was born in Manchester, England, in 1849, the third of five children. When her father died in 1853 the family was plunged into poverty, and the young Fanny began writing to escape the grim realities of life. In 1865 the family moved to America where she met her future husband, Dr Swann Burnett. Her book Little Lord Fauntleroy was published in 1886 and was an instant success, launching a career that would produce over forty books. It was followed by the publication of A Little Princess in book form in 1905 and The Secret Garden in 1911. Frances Hodgson Burnett died in 1924.

 

Walking, Speaking, Thinking

by Karl König

The author examines the first three years of the life of the child in relation to the three major achievements of that time: learning to walk, to speak, and to think.

These are the three basic faculties that make us human, and their acquisition, König argues, is 'an act of grace' in every child.  He goes on to provide a detailed analysis of this extraordinarily complex process.

Softcover, 128 pages.

216 x 138 mm.

Floris Books.

Why Disciplining Your Child Doesn't Work and What Will

by Shefali Tsabary

Every parent wants the golden key to raising well-behaved, academically gifted, successful, happy children. Embedded in the collective psyche is the notion that discipline is the cornerstone to achieving these goals. Out of Control offers a never-before-published perspective on why the entire premise of discipline is flawed. Dr. Shefali Tsabary reveals how discipline is a major cause of generations of dysfunction. The author goes to the heart of the problems parents have with children, challenging society's dependence on discipline, daring readers to let go of fear-based ideologies and replace them with an approach that draws parent and child together. The key is ongoing meaningful connection between parent and child, free from threats, deprivation, punishment, and timeouts - all forms of manipulation. Parents learn how to enter into deep communion with their children, understanding the reasons for a behaviour and how to bring out the best in the child. Far from a laissez-faire, anything goes, approach, this is how a child learns responsibility and takes ownership of their life, equipped with character and resilience that flow naturally from within.

Softcover, 6.34 x 8.96". 225 pages.

by Namaste Publishing, 2014

Shefali Tsabary, Ph.D., received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University, New York. Dr. Shefali was exposed to Eastern philosophy at an early age and integrates its teachings with Western psychology. This blend of East and West allow her to reach a global audience and establishes her as one of a kind in the field of mindfulness psychology. She lectures extensively on mindful living and conscious parenting around the world and currently has a private psychotherapy practice in New York City. She has a strong following on social media, posts regularly on Huffington Post, and can be seen on uTube and Ted Talk. Her books include It's a Mom: What You Should Know about the Early Years of Motherhood and The Conscious Parent, which has been heavily endorsed by Oprah Winfrey. She lives in New York City.

Calling On My Inner Science Nerd to Help Navigate the Ups and Downs of Parenthood

by Lynn Brunelle

Science is the ultimate parenting tool. After all, it’s really all about observing, asking questions, solving problems, making mistakes, and trying again and again and again—just like being a mom or dad! Come along with Lynn Brunelle as she initiates you into the joys of geek-style parenting. A proud geek mom herself—and an Emmy-winning writer for the show Bill Nye, the Science Guy—Lynn has had a love of science from the time she was a child. When she had her own kids, science became like a friend she could lean on for support, helping her make sense of the joy, pain, and uncertainty of parenting. Join her as she infuses her days with science, and shares it, in all its geeky wonder, with her kids.

Each chapter offers the chance to laugh aloud along with Lynn, and then a neat and do-able experiment or exploration for your kids.

What do armpit farts, ear infections, and grass stains have in common? For geek mom Lynn Brunelle they all spark the part of her that is gleefully curious about how things work. Join her as she explores the intersection of parenting and science, where the terror of swallowing a magnet or catching lice is transformed into the heart-soaring excitement that comes from exploring the wonder of science. With great humor, Brunelle takes ordinary episodes of parenting and infuses them with a scientist’s perspective. In doing so, she shows us that science isn't just for geeks. It's the stardust that makes common things glow. Why not pass that magic along to the kids?

Lynn Brunelle is a four-time Emmy Award–winning writer for the television series Bill Nye the Science Guy, with over twenty years of writing experience. A former classroom science, English, and art teacher for kids K–12, as well as an editor, illustrator, and award-winning, best-selling author of over forty titles, Brunelle has created, developed, and written projects for PBS, NPR, A&E, the Discovery Channel, National Geographic, Disney, and ABC. She is a regular presenter of science and art projects in classrooms and schools. She lives on an island off the coast of Washington.

Softcover, 240 pages. 6 x 8.5 inches.

Roost Books.

Check out Lynn's website here.

Praise:

"Lynn loves being a mom, and she loves science. She relays tale after tale of how she engages her kids in wonder after wonder of the world around them—and around all of us. Her science enriches their lives and saves her sanity. Mama Gone Geek will do the same for you." —Bill Nye, the Science Guy

"A wonderfully hilarious romp through Lynn Brunelle’s world, complete with directions on how to turn the most awkward and smelly aspects of parenting into teaching moments. Mama Gone Geek is a memoir and a how-to book on its surface, but it is also—and more importantly so—a testament to the undying love, joy, faith, and protectiveness a mother feels for her family. Brunelle’s ability to see her world anew, even as she knows precisely how to describe it to her children, is refreshing, touching, and, ultimately, very gratifying. Brava!" —Garth Stein, author of The Art of Racing in the Rain

"Lynn Brunelle is the love child of Erma Bombeck and Mr. Wizard!" —Susan Wiggs, author of The Apple Orchard and The Beekeeper's Ball

"Mama Gone Geek is my favorite book of the year. Funny and touching. Every parent can relate to her stories. I’m buying it for all my friends." —Suzanne Selfors, author of The Imaginary Veterinary series

 

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by Wolfgang Held

Rhythm and number underpin our lives, from the days of the week and the times of the day to the number of letters in the alphabet. But do we ever stop to consider the deeper meaning behind these every day realities?

In Uncovering the Secrets of Time and Number Wolfgang Held offers a fascinating exploration of this question.  He looks at why there are seven days in a week and how each day resonates with different soul moods in the human being, for example why Tuesday is a good day for making mistakes and why Friday is the day of beauty and creativity.  He also explores the qualities of numbers from one to thirty-one, explaining how many things have an inherent number attached to them: one sun, two parents, three meals a day, four seasons.

The practical insights brought together in this book can help the reader become more conscious of their relationship to time and number, allowing them to organise their lives in a harmonious way.

Previously published as Rhythms of the Week and Other Explorations of Time and The Quality of Numbers 1 to 31.

Paperback, 160 pages, with 22 black and white illustrations.  198 x 130 mm.

Floris Books, 2020.

Naps are just a little break—but when it’s naptime, many toddlers have trouble settling into sleep.  This calming, encouraging book helps young children quiet down so they can get the rest they need.  Eyes are closed, lights are dimmed . . . and (yawn, s-t-r-e-t-c-h) before little ones know it, it’s time to wake up. Cozy illustrations enhance the text.

An award-winning author-illustrator team offers a fresh look at the times and transitions all toddlers face daily, giving young children the tools to handle routines with confidence and cooperation.

Board book, 24 pages.  7 x 7".

Free Spirit Publishing.

See inside here.

Kirkus Reviews included in their "9 Great Back to School Book List"

Yo ho ho! It's the first day of kindergarten. Just imagine all the fun things to learn and experience! And who better than a pirate captain to drive the bus to school? He's ready to share all the rules one needs to know to ride the bus and to get along with mates at school. But with the anticipation of the first day of school there also comes a bit of anxiety. And it turns out that being a big, blustery pirate captain is no guarantee against feeling insecure and a little frightened in strange and uncomfortable situations. Who can help a rough and tough pirate captain get over his fears and back to driving the school bus? Using humor and pirate-speak, Kindergarrrten Bus addresses some of the concerns and anxiety that many children feel on their first day of school or at the start of any new undertaking.

Hardcover, 32 pages.  

11 x 19 inches.

Sleeping Bear Press

***Please note discount due to very light cover surface scuffs (only visible in some light)

A Story of Yellowstone

by Janet Fox; illustrated by Marlo Garnsworthy

Volcano Dreams leads readers on a tour of Yellowstone National Park, from the wolves, elk, bears, and mountain goats that live there today to the supervolcano that erupted thousands of years ago.

Volcano Dreams knits together the vibrancy of the Yellowstone ecosystem with its explosive history, placing the everyday lives of its creatures within the context of geological time. Janet Fox’s poetic text takes us to the root of it all—the “sleeping giant” of magma responsible for the Yellowstone landscape—and Marlo Garnsworthy’s evocative paintings capture the awe of natural forces at work in our nation’s oldest national park.

The addendum, “More About Yellowstone and Its Volcano,” a glossary defining geological terms, such as mud pots, steam vents, geysers, magma, and lava, and a map further aid children’s understanding of supervolcanoes.

Recommended by the publisher for ages 5-9 years.  However, there’s a lot of info in here that many adults would find new to them.

Softcover, 32 pages.

Web of Life Children’s Books.

by Niki Daly

Part of Niki Daly’s Lolo Series

Lolo’s back for a whole new set of adventures in You’re a Star, Lolo, the third book in Niki Daly’s Lolo series for beginning readers. Whether it’s turning her garden into a snail farm when snails eat up her precious tomato plant, or using her hair ribbons to save the day when a friend’s car breaks down – there’s a unique solution to every problem, and Lolo is going to find it!

These stories invite young readers into the life and adventures of fun-loving, clever, and curious Lolo, a young girl living in South Africa. Along with her mother and grandmother Gogo, she can always find a way to make the best out of any situation— even when things don’t go as planned.

In You’re a Star, Lolo, join Lolo as she makes her mom an extra-special soup, goes on vacation with her Gogo, and even tracks down the scary Ghorra-Ghorra-Hoooaaah-Bwoooooo-Monster sound she keeps hearing at night!

Softcover, 86 pages.

Catalyst Press, 2021.

Recommended for beginning new readers, Grades 1 & 2.

From the publisher, download a free Lolo activity sheet here.

Reviews

“[D]rawn tenderly and told in a way that honours the characters and their culture. Another winning addition—Lolo is indeed a star!”— Kirkus, starred review

“Every page is brought to life with delightful black and white drawings that bring out the humour and emotion in Lolo’s endeavours. Lolo’s stories are perfect for building reading confidence in youngsters who are ready to move from picture books to more substantial texts.” — BookTrust UK

“The stories are uniquely written on the same wave length as young children and they are full of known characters and life which is understood and recognised.” — Sue Martin, Dolphin Book Blog

"Bright and cheerful Lolo is the star of the show in this new chapter-book series from South Africa. [...] Young readers will find much to enjoy in this tale of a winning little girl and her family--hooray indeed!"- Kirkus Reviews

Written by Megumi Iwasa and illustrated by Jun Takabatake; Translated by Cathy Hirano