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SuperJoe Does NOT Say Sorry Written by Michael Catchpool Illustrated by Emma Proctor Translated by About this story SuperJoe – superhero in the making – is far too busy to say sorry. See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details SuperJoe – superhero in the making – is far too busy to say sorry. He tears around the house sending invading space aliens back into orbit, rescuing passengers from sinking ships, and bravely facing prehistoric perils, while leaving a trail of broken toys, spilled bath water and displaced goldfish in his wake. But one sound keeps interfering with his supersonic hearing . . . and that’s the sound of his little sister crying. Can SuperJoe swallow his pride and say the one little word that will make everything better? The laugh-out-loud follow up to SuperJoe Does NOT Do Cuddles, this second outing by our loveable superhero is sure to help even the most stubborn pre-schooler learn the value of saying sorry. “The story is sweet, with a sound though never heavy-handed lesson. Filled with movement, Proctor’s vibrant, digitally colored pencil illustrations leap off the page. This fun little book with a big message is perfect for little readers.” -Kirkus Reviews “The illustrations are lively and friendly, and the action scenes are great fun. It’s refreshing to see Dad holding the baby and the mop, rather than Mum, even when both parents are present. It’s also refreshing to see a Black boy as a superhero. Funny and charming, this book is simply super!” -BookTrust, Books We Love November 2022 Awards & Accolades: BookTrust Books We Love 2022 Book Specifications: Age Range: 2-5 Page Count: 32pp Country: N/A Region: Global Sold in: UK; US & Canada HB ISBN: 9781913747961 (UK & US) PB ISBN: 9781836290223 (UK) Themes: Empathy & Emotion, Family, Friends, Community, Learning & Creativity, Race & Ethnicity Buy this Book: UK: Bookshop.org US: Lerner Books Resources: If you want to see resources for this book, please send us an inquiry. buying options You May Also Like: Funcles Mama’s Wedding Xirsi and the Final Battle What Makes a Family Explore All Books

Flyaway Boy Written by Jane De Suza Illustrated by Richa Bhembre Translated by About this story When Kabir disappears, his town scrambles to find him only to realize they never truly saw him at all. Flyaway Boy is a heartfelt story about difference, belonging, and being found on your own terms. See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details In a quiet hill town full of order and expectations, Kabir struggles to belong. At school, he’s too different. Teachers keep calling home to complain about his sketchy attendance and distracted behavior. At home, he’s misunderstood. His family thinks he’s always making up stories and that he should at least try to better himself. And one day, when it all becomes too much to bear, Kabir disappears, leaving his family and the adults around him scrambling to find him and, perhaps for the first time, truly see him. Told with energy, humor, and deep empathy, Flyaway Boy is a celebration of imagination, individuality, and the courage it takes to be yourself even when the world doesn’t understand the story you’re desperately trying to tell. Awards & Accolades: Book Specifications: Age Range: 5-9 Page Count: 192pp Country: India Region: Southern Asia Sold in: UK; US & Canada HB ISBN: 9781836290575 (US) PB ISBN: 9781836290360 (UK) Themes: Empathy & Emotion, Disability & Neurodiversity, Family, Friends, Community Buy this Book: Resources: If you want to see resources for this book, please send us an inquiry. buying options You May Also Like: Funcles Mama’s Wedding Xirsi and the Final Battle What Makes a Family Explore All Books

You're Safe With Me Written by Chitra Soundar Illustrated by Poonam Mistry Translated by About this story The baby animals of the Indian forest can’t sleep. SWISH-SWISH! CRACK-TRACK! FLASH-SNAP! goes the storm. Only Mama Elephant's words of wisdom can reassure them, “You’re safe with me.” See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details When the moon rises high and the stars twinkle, it is bedtime for the baby animals of the Indian forest. But tonight, when the skies turn dark and the night grows stormy, the little ones can't sleep. SWISH-SWISH! CRACK-TRACK! FLASH-SNAP! goes the storm. Only Mama Elephant with her words of wisdom can reassure them. “You’re safe with me.” “A perfect bedtime picture book. A sleep-time staple for toddlers” -The Guardian “British-Indian writer Chitra Soundar addresses children’s universal concerns with reassurance. Yet this original tale’s most memorable traits are the whorls and lines of Mistry’s frankly mesmerising illustrations. You’re Safe With Me certainly stands out among the simple, brightly coloured drawings that are hallmarks of the genre” -Cambridge Evening News, 5 STARS Awards & Accolades: Kate Greenaway Medal Shortlist 2019 A Bank Street Best Book of the Year 2019 Winner 3-Star Teach Early Years Award 2018 A Guardian Children’s Book of the Month 2018 A Read for Empathy Selection 2018 Klaus Flugge Prize Longlist 2018 Book Specifications: Age Range: 2-5 Page Count: 32pp Country: India Region: Southern Asia Sold in: Out of Print HB ISBN: 9781911373292 (UK & US) PB ISBN: 9781915244710 (UK) Themes: Empathy & Emotion, Environmental Justice, Family, Friends, Community Buy this Book: UK: Bookshop.org Resources: Guides & Activities buying options You May Also Like: Funcles Mama’s Wedding What Makes a Family Shadow Explore All Books

My Mindful A to Zen 26 Wellbeing Haiku for Happy Little Minds Written by Krina Patel-Sage Illustrated by Krina Patel-Sage Translated by About this story These haiku poems for the soul gently introduce children to mindfulness concepts like Om, Yoga and Zen, as well as goals for mindful living like Gratitude and Positivity. See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details These haiku poems for the soul gently introduce children to mindfulness concepts like Om, Yoga and Zen, as well as goals for mindful living like Gratitude and Positivity. With its delightful cast of inclusive characters, this inspirational collection promotes wellbeing with every letter. “A poetic introduction to the concept of mindfulness told in haiku form. Little ones will enjoy learning how to take control of their emotional well-being and are encouraged to pause, reflect, and enjoy the moment. Perfect for ideas of how to build joy into your day.” -Jo Cummins, co-founder of Mind Superheroes and Primary School Teacher Awards & Accolades: Book Specifications: Age Range: 2-5 Page Count: 32pp Country: N/A Region: Global Sold in: US & Canada HB ISBN: 9781911373803 (UK & US) PB ISBN: N/A Themes: Empathy & Emotion Buy this Book: UK: Bookshop.org US: Lerner Books Resources: Guides & Activities buying options You May Also Like: Funcles Mama’s Wedding Xirsi and the Final Battle What Makes a Family Explore All Books

What Makes a Family Celebrating the Filipino Day of the Dead Written by Eric Ruiz Roxas Illustrated by Aldy Aguirre Translated by About this story During the Filipino Day of the Dead, a brother and sister learn that families aren’t defined by their size, wealth, gender or distance from one another, but by the love they share in life and beyond. See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details It is Undas, the Filipino Day of the Dead – a day when families visit the cemetery and gather around their dead loved ones’ tombs. It is a day not of mourning but of celebration – a day in which stories are shared and lives remembered. Today, Pedrito and Pipay will encounter families of all shapes and sizes, all united in their desire to honor their loved ones. Whether through quiet prayer and contemplation or joyful song and laughter, whether through the sharing of great feasts or the lighting of a single candle, each family will find a way to pay tribute. As the siblings trace their route through the cemetery, they will learn that families aren’t defined by their size, wealth, gender or distance from one another, but by the love they share – a love that echoes like prayers, burns like candles, and blooms like flowers in life and beyond. An exquisitely-illustrated story of family love within a diverse and inclusive community where life and hope continue, despite the sadness of loss. Awards & Accolades: Book Specifications: Age Range: 2-5 Page Count: 32pp Country: Philipines Region: Southeastern Asia Sold in: UK; US & Canada; AUS & NZ HB ISBN: 9781836290339 (UK; US; ANZ) PB ISBN: N/A Themes: Empathy & Emotion, Family, Friends, Community, Cultures & Immigration Buy this Book: Resources: If you want to see resources for this book, please send us an inquiry. buying options You May Also Like: Funcles Mama’s Wedding Xirsi and the Final Battle What Makes a Family Explore All Books

Anita and the Dragons Written by Hannah Carmona Illustrated by Anna Cunha Translated by About this story Anita watches the dragons high above her as she hops from one cement roof to another in her village in the Dominican Republic. See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details Anita watches the dragons high above her as she hops from one cement roof to another in her village in the Dominican Republic. But being the valiant princesa she is, she never lets them scare her. Then one day, Anita must face her fears and begin life in a new country. Will she be brave enough to enter the belly of the beast and take flight to new adventures? “A gorgeous story about the love of one’s homeland and the courage it takes to emigrate” -Kirkus Reviews Awards & Accolades: USSBY Outstanding International Book 2022 New York Public Library Best Books of 2021 North Somerset Teacher’s Book Awards Shortlist 2021 Kate Greenaway Medal Nomination 2022 A BookTrust Book of the Month 2021 A Love Reading For Schools Book of the Month 2021 A Barnes & Noble Bookseller Favourite 2021 Inclusive Books for Children Top Pick Book Specifications: Age Range: 2-5 Page Count: 32pp Country: Dominican Republic Region: Caribbean Sold in: UK; US & Canada HB ISBN: 9781911373636 (UK & US) PB ISBN: 9781915244697 (UK) Themes: Cultures & Immigration, Family, Friends, Community, Empathy & Emotion Buy this Book: UK: Bookshop.org US: L erner Books Resources: Guide and Activities buying options You May Also Like: Funcles Mama’s Wedding Xirsi and the Final Battle What Makes a Family Explore All Books

Escape One Day We Had To Run Written by Ming & Wah Chen Illustrated by Carmen Vela Translated by About this story These remarkable true stories of escape show how courageous people all around the world have overcome insurmountable obstacles in their flight to freedom. See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details CLING. Don't let go. Hold tight. Never give up. FLY. Rev up. Lift off. Soar. PEDAL. Set off. Cycle. Pedal for your life. Throughout history, ordinary people have been forced to leave their families and homes because of war, famine, slavery, intolerance, economic and political upheaval, or climate change. These remarkable true stories of escape show how courageous people all around the world have overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles in their flight to freedom. “An arresting collection of deep, accessible stories of people on the move” -Kirkus Reviews, STARRED Awards & Accolades: A Kirkus Best Middle-Grade Non-Fiction of the Year 2021 Book Specifications: Age Range: 5-9 Page Count: 40pp Country: N/A Region: Global Sold in: UK; US & Canada HB ISBN: 9781911373810 (UK & US) PB ISBN: N/A Themes: Race & Ethnicity, Social Justice, Family, Friends, Community, Empathy & Emotion, War & Peace Buy this Book: UK: Bookshop.org US: Lernerbooks Resources: Guides & Activities buying options You May Also Like: Funcles Mama’s Wedding Xirsi and the Final Battle What Makes a Family Explore All Books

Coyote's Soundbite A Poem for our Planet Written by John Agard Illustrated by Piet Grobler Translated by About this story Earth-goddesses are planning a conference and bushy-tailed, smooth-talking Coyote wants in on the action! A rip-roaring poem inspired by the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details Excitement spreads like bush through the jungle. Earth-goddesses are planning a conference! From Australia to Antarctica, the Amazon to Africa, goddesses will debate the burning environmental issues of our times...and bushy-tailed, smooth-talking Coyote wants in on the action! Can this infamous trickster come up with a plan to infiltrate the conference and leave a lasting legacy for our planet? A rip-roaring poem by a master poet in celebration of Earth Day. “Quirky and inventive. The writing is beautiful. The illustrations truly shine and will be enjoyed by all. An aesthetically pleasing and stimulating work of art” -ALA Booklist Awards & Accolades: Kate Greenaway Medal Nomination 2022 A BookTrust Book of the Month 2021 Book Specifications: Age Range: 5-9 Page Count: 40pp Country: N/A Region: Global Sold in: UK; US & Canada HB ISBN: 9781911373735 (UK & US) PB ISBN: N/A Themes: Environmental Justice, Empathy & Emotion Buy this Book: UK: Bookshop.org US: Lernerbooks Resources: Guides & Activities buying options You May Also Like: Funcles Mama’s Wedding Xirsi and the Final Battle What Makes a Family Explore All Books

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Rajiv’s Starry Feelings Written by Niall Moorjani Illustrated by Nanette Regan Translated by About this story “Did you know that constellations are ancient maps that help explorers find their way?” See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details “Did you know that constellations are ancient maps that help explorers find their way?” Rajiv has feelings for everything. He can feel confident. He can feel happy. He can feel silly. But today, he feels angry and he doesn’t know why. With the help of his father, he sets out on a journey to make sense of his feelings. It is a journey that will take him to a park, then up into the branches of a tree, and from there all the way to the stars . . . Beautifully told and stunningly illustrated, this extraordinary story will help children everywhere explore the complex emotions we all feel but cannot always name. “This is an inspiring story that links astral wonders to everyday emotions. With swirls of color, the dazzling illustrations create a sense of wonder that fires up the imagination.” — Kirkus Reviews, STARRED “This is a gentle story about identifying your emotions, and learning to accept them. There will be much to discuss when reading this with a child aged 3 and older. The relationship between Rajiv and his father is warm and loving – it’s great to have a dad character role-modelling talking about feelings. Beautiful illustrations echo the warm, loving conversation and could inspire many star-gazing moments. A gorgeous book that would be lovely to share with pre-schoolers.“ — BookTrust Awards & Accolades: North Somerset Teachers' Book Award 2019 longlist Summer Reading Challenge Selection 2025 BookTrust Books We Love Book Specifications: Age Range: 2-5 Page Count: 32pp Country: N/A Region: Global Sold in: UK; US & Canada HB ISBN: 9781915244574 (UK & US) PB ISBN: 9781836290131 (UK) Themes: Race & Ethnicity, Empathy & Emotion, Family, Friends, Community Buy this Book: UK: Bookshop.org US: Lerner Books Resources: Guides & Activities buying options You May Also Like: Funcles Mama’s Wedding Xirsi and the Final Battle What Makes a Family Explore All Books

Listening to the Quiet Written by Cassie Silva Illustrated by Frances Ives Translated by About this story Jacki’s mama has a rare condition. She is slowly losing her hearing. But as Mama’s world becomes quieter, Jacki’s remains full of sound, especially on Music Appreciation Fridays. How can Jacki enjoy listening to music when her mama can no longer hear it? See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details Jacki’s mama has a rare condition. She is slowly losing her hearing. Together, they are learning Sign Language so that they’ll always be able to tell each other everything. But as Mama’s world becomes quieter, Jacki’s remains full of sound, especially on Music Appreciation Fridays. How can Jacki enjoy listening to music when her mama can no longer hear it? A heartfelt story, inspired by the author’s childhood, about a young girl coming to terms with her mother’s hearing loss and finding new ways to experience the world together. “Inspired by her own childhood, Silva’s narrative is honest and compassionate, and Frances Ives’s illustrations enhance that authenticity. The climax occurs two-thirds of the way through the book on a double-page spread, with mother and daughter seated at opposite ends of a classroom full of singing children, each with a finger pointed at the other. Forget the Sistine Chapel ceiling; these are the two fingers that define how far the human mind can reach. Listening to the Quiet celebrates the community around Jacki and her mother, and signals to us — fingers pointed — that loving others is the loudest language of all.” - The New York Times “A personal, child-friendly approach to sensory changes. This gently loving story will be especially appreciated by readers whose family members, friends, or classmates are experiencing hearing loss.” - Kirkus Reviews Awards & Accolades: UKLA Book Awards Shortlist 2025 Bank Street College of Education’s Best Children’s Books of the Year Schneider Family Book Award Finalist Featured in the New York Times 2023 Listed on Kirkus’ 150 Most Anticipated Books of the Fall 50 Best Books for Reception by Books For Topics Inclusive Books for Children Top Pick BookTrust Books We Love Book Specifications: Age Range: 2-5 Page Count: 32pp Country: N/A Region: Global Sold in: UK; US & Canada HB ISBN: 9781915244482 (UK & US & ANZ) PB ISBN: 9781836290216 (UK) Themes: Disability & Neurodiversity, Illness, Death & Grief, Empathy & Emotion, Family, Friends, Community Buy this Book: UK: Bookshop.org US: Lerner Books Resources: If you want to see resources for this book, please send us an inquiry. buying options You May Also Like: Funcles Mama’s Wedding Xirsi and the Final Battle What Makes a Family Explore All Books

Starlet Rivals Bollywood Academy Book One Written by Puneet Bhandal Illustrated by Jen Khatun Translated by About this story Bela has always dreamed about becoming a famous Bollywood star. Can she win the Dance Starz competition to bag a place at the Bollywood Academy and move one step closer to her dreams of stardom? See Buying Options ↓ Featured in: ← Back to all books Book Details 12-year-old Bela has always dreamed about becoming a famous Bollywood star, and now the opportunity might finally be within her grasp. When a reality TV show gives her the chance to dance in front of the nation, she knows that she is performing for a place at the most prestigious stage school in Mumbai. Can Bela win the Dance Starz competition to bag a place at the Bollywood Academy and move one step closer to her dreams of stardom? And will child star Monica, the most "in" girl at school, see her as a friend or a rival? “A deliciously readable addition to the stage-school story canon for song-and-dance fans of 7+.” — The Guardian, July 2022 Book of the Month “This is everything readers could want – dream come true film opportunities, stays in the most glamorous locations, new friendships and the tiniest hint of romance. Young readers who love Ballet Shoes or The Swish of the Curtain, or who dream of stage stardom, or those who just love stories with great characters in exciting situations, they’ll all devour this new series. Applause all round!” — LoveReading4Kids July 2022 Debut of the Month “Not only is the book bursting with glamour and excitement, it also has thoughtful messages about the perils of the limelight and the importance of doing the right thing. A delightful page-turner.” — BookTrust Awards & Accolades: The Guardian, Children’s Book of the Month July 2022 Summer Reading Challenge Selection 2024 BookTrust Books We Love Book Specifications: Age Range: 9-12 Page Count: 264pp Country: India Region: Southern Asia Sold in: UK; US & Canada HB ISBN: 9781913747909 (US) PB ISBN: 9781915244000 (UK) Themes: Cultures & Immigration, Family, Friends, Community, Learning & Creativity, LQBTQ+ & Gender Equality Buy this Book: UK: B ookshop.org US: L ernerbooks Resources: Guides & Activities buying options You May Also Like: Xirsi and the Final Battle Soni and the Life Drinkers Odwar vs. The Shadow Queen Melody Queen Explore All Books