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Introduce students to A. A. Milne, the author of children's favourites like Winnie the Pooh. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.

Introduce students to Beatrix Potter, the author of children's favourites like Peter Rabbit. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.

Introduce students to Dr. Seuss, the author of children's favourites like Green Eggs and Ham. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.

Introduce students to Maurice Sendak, the author of children's favourites like Where the Wild Things Are. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.

Introduce students to Roald Dahl, the author of children's favourites like Matilda. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.

Anthony Browne is one of the world's most celebrated creators of picture books, with classics such as "Voices in the Park", "Willy and Hugh", and "Gorilla" to his name. He has won the Kate Greenaway Medal twice, the Kurt Maschler 'Emil' Award three times, and in 2000 became the first British illustrator to win the Hans Christian Andersen Award. In recognition of his outstanding contribution to children's literature, he was appointed the UK Children's Laureate for 2009 to 2011 and to celebrate both this honour and his glorious car... read more

What exactly is a children's book? How is children's literature defined as a genre? A leading scholar presents close readings of six classic stories to answer these questions and offer a clear definition of children's writing as a distinct literary form.Perry Nodelman begins by considering the plots, themes, and structures of six works: "The Purple Jar,""Alice in Wonderland", "Dr. Doolittle", "Henry Huggins", "The Snowy Day", and "Plain City" - all written for young people of varying ages in different times and places - to identify... read more

This ground-breaking book looks at the way in which New Zealand young adult fiction 'makes up' the nation in which the stories are set, through the ways in which they make use of both real and fictional events and locations. Chapters on Settings, Biculturalism, Egalitarianism, Utopias and Dystopias, Futures, Religion, Sport and Maori Gothic bring in all of our most notable YA authors.

In any 24 hours there might be sleeping, eating, kids, parents, friends, lovers, work, school, travel, deadlines, emails, phone calls, Facebook, Twitter, the news, the TV, Playstation, music, movies, sport, responsibilities, passions, desires, and dreams. Why should you stop what you're doing and read a book? But people have always needed stories. We need literature - novels, poetry - because we need to make sense of our lives, test our depths, understand our joys, and discover what humans are capable of. Great books can provid... read more

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Everybody knows Tracy Beaker, Jacqueline Wilson’s best-loved character. But what do they know about Jacqueline herself In this fascinating book, you will discover. . . How Jacky played with paper dolls like April in Dustbin Baby. How she dealt with an unpredictable father like Prue in Love Lessons. How she sat entrance exams like Ruby in Double Act. But most of all how Jacky loved reading and writing stories. Losing herself in a new world was the best possible way she could think of spending her time. ... read more

This is a lavish, full-colour extravaganza - just ideal as a Christmas present for any Jacqueline Wilson fan. It is filled with pieces about Jacky's books, quizzes, ideas for parties, hobbies and games - and fantastic new stories from Jacqueline too. It also features a What Happened Next page, an article on how to get Jacqueline's glam look, and how to draw like Nick Sharratt. This hardback edition with a gorgeous sparkly cover look is a beautiful gift that will be treasured by her fans.

Philip Pullman is one of the most commercially and critically successful British authors of the past decade. With a writing career extending back to the early 1970s, Pullman's great achievement has been in the publication of the "His Dark Materials" trilogy: "Northern Lights" (1995; US title "The Golden Compass"), "The Subtle Knife" (1997) and "The Amber Spyglass" (2000). With these novels, which have appealed equally to children and to adults, Pullman has carved a space for himself as a writer of moral seriousness, imaginative dep... read more

A complete history of Rupert Bear, this beautifully presented book is the fascinating story of how one little bear became a national treasure. It begins with Rupert's first appearance in the Express newspaper and charts his journey to the present day, paying particular attention to the writers and artists who have brought him to life over the years.

For ravenous and reluctant readers alike, this book provides activities, ideas and inspiration for exploring everything in the world through books. There are over 3,000 hand-picked titles on every subject under the sun and hundreds of helpful ideas and tips for reading-related activities. From bonding with your baby through books to helping reluctant teen readers this title is a treasure trove for parents who want to encourage a love of reading.

A lively, trustworthy guide to the current best books for young people, by Australia's most respected YA book expert. With its emphasis on reading for pleasure, this book offers an exciting range of choices for readers of any persuasion. A boon for parents, teachers, librarians, booksellers and teenagers themselves.

Ron Brooks grew up in East Gippsland, a country boy with a yen for drawing and observation of the life around him. He became an acknowledged master of the picture-book form, winning acclaim both nationally and internationally for classics such as The Bunyip of Berkeley's Creek and John Brown, Rose and the Midnight Cat by Jenny Wagner - both in print continuously for over 30 years - and Old Pig and the multi-award-winning Fox by Margaret Wild. Yet success never came easy. In this searching memoir he recreates his life as an artist, ... read more

If your mind goes blank when the children in your life ask 'tell me a story...', this book will give you all the tools to fire their imaginations and create a life-long connection. Do you remember the excitement of settling down to be told a story when you were a child - the suspense of waiting to hear the tale unfold and the amazing adventures of your favorite characters? This comprehensive and engaging book will tell you how you can create that same magic for the children in your life. Train yourself to be a great storyteller and... read more