Brownstone
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An exciting teen coming-of-age epic from author Samuel Teer and debut graphic novel artist Mar Julia, ‘Brownstone’ is a vivid, sweeping, ultimately hopeful story about navigating your heritage even when you feel like you don’t quite fit in.
Discover the incredible story of Bob Marley, the trailblazing artist who shaped the world of music with his singular vision. From a young boy growing up in Jamaica to a worldwide, cultural icon, Bob’s story and the legacy he left behind teach children the importance of being a force for good.
This is the story of love, commitment and the flowering of the human spirit against the background of South Africa’s apartheid.
‘Children in History’ travels the globe to examine everything from breakfast to bedtime. Discover a Nicaraguan sign language invented by kids and meet toddler kings and queens from China to Uganda as well as child activists and adventurers who shaped who shaped our world! With beautiful illustrations by Alejandra Ruiz and informative text by Nicola Edwards, this follow-up to ‘Children of the World’ will immerse you in the fascinating lives and cultures of children from the past.
Seventeen-year-old Kay left her sleepy hometown after the devastating death of her friend, Ivy. But when her parents go on holiday without her, Kay is forced to come back to stay with her cousin. And her return comes with a bang. Because when Kay arrives, it’s to find an anonymous letter on her bed. The letter tells her that there will be a thrill on Tuesday, a wreckage on Wednesday, treachery on Thursday, a fire on Friday, sabotage on Saturday, a stabbing on Sunday – and her murder on Monday. And if Kay can’t figure out who is behind the threats, the worst day of the week is about to get deadly.
Friday is Faizah’s favourite day of the week – she prays with her family at Jummah and then she goes to fencing class. When nobody’s watching, Faizah is the best fencer in the world. But there’s a tournament coming up just before Eid, and with everyone watching, Faizah is worried she won’t be brave enough to compete. Can her big sister Asiya help her find a way to be her boldest self?
Join Leora and her family as they come together to put the finishingtouches on their Hanukkah preparations and get ready to celebrate.For Leora, her main wish this year is that she will be allowed tolight the candles.
Birdie Bagshaw has never known her parents. Having grown up in a children’s home for mixed race children in 1950s Leeds, now she has come to live with her great-aunt Mabel in the Yorkshire Dales. From her arrival, things are strained, and Birdie cannot understand why she is treated like an outsider by the local children. When their bullying drives Birdie to hide in the nearby coal mine, she finds an unexpected rescuer in the form of Mr Duke, the last remaining pit pony in the village. As the weeks pass, Birdie forms a special bond with the spirited little pony. But his future is in danger, and Birdie comes up with a daring plan to save his life in return.
Refugee is a powerful word.One that conjures opposing emotions. For some it provokes feelings of fear and hate, for others the need for compassion and empathy. In this celebrated poem, “Refugees,” Brian Bilston tells both sides of the story by cleverly crafting a verse that can be read backward and forward to convey two opposing views.
With an entry for each day of the year, this is an inclusive, accessible and empowering celebration of Black history by David Olusoga.
In this fascinating true story based on the life of Hardit SinghMalik, discover the adventures of WWI’s first Indian pilot. He plannedto join the French air force before a former teacher intervenedand the Royal Flying Corps gave Hardit an ‘honorary’ commissionas a 2nd lieutenant flying Sopwith Camels.
Brownstone
1 × £10.99 Mayowa and the Sea of Words
1 × £7.99 Subtotal: £18.98
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