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Goodnight My Sweet Island
Petrea Honychurch Seaman, illus. Susanne Heitz
Embark on a soothing journey to the Caribbean with this lullaby, paying tribute to the islands' landscapes, wildlife, and language.
We Have a Dream
Mya-Rose Craig, illus. Sabrena Khadija
In this book, British-Bangladeshi environmentalist and racial justice advocate 'Birdgirl' Mya-Rose Craig engages with activists from across the globe to discuss necessary actions.
My Must-Have Mum
Maudie Smith, illus. Jen Khatun
Jake learns that he is the one thing that his Mum doesn’t want to change; because she loves him just as he is. A must-have read for every child.
The Happy Lion
Louise Fatio
This classic, quirky tale of a happy lion’s experiences living in a small French town returns with a 2019 edition by Scallywag Press.
The After Christmas Tree
Bethan Welby
A hopeful look into the life of a Christmas tree at the end of the festive period!
Welcome to our Table
Laura Mucha and Ed Smith
Have you ever wondered how to say ‘have a nice meal’ in a different language? Have you ever wondered about the food eaten in different cultures? If so, this book is for you!
Fun Stories by Special Kids for Kids
Marione Malimba
Fun stories for children to enjoy, all written by disabled and terminally ill children, and translated into English.
The Grand Hotel of Feelings
Lidia Branković
At the Grand Hotel of Feelings, any feeling is welcomed and accommodated for, and this beautifully illustrated book smoothly navigates the complexities of emotional management.
Slow Down: Bring Calm to a Busy World with 50 Nature Stories
Rachel Williams, illus. Freya Hartas
Slow Down inspires children to observe the daily magical transformations of nature unfolding right in front of them.
Alte Zachen
Ziggy Hanaor, illus. Benjamin Phillips
Set in modern New York City, Alte Zachen is an intergenerational graphic novel about Jewish identity, memory, and nostalgia.
Mom is Hiding
Qian Mo, illus. Zhou Yi, transl. Helen Wang
A reassuring story of a six-year girl whose lifestyle is about to change as her mum self-isolates after a potential exposure to COVID-19 at the grocery store.
Sea Change: Save the Ocean
Edited by Tobias Hickey
Original postcard images from fifty international illustrators capture the beauty of oceanic life and the urgency of the dangers and threats to its future.