Barefoot books ltd (Oltre 6800 risultati)

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Sisters, brothers, teachers, parents, grandparents, best friends. everyone must learn about and live in relationships from an early age. In this fine anthology of poems compiled by poet Judith Nicholls, all kinds of human relationships are explored, sometimes comically, sometimes poignantly. Poems by Gwendolyn Brooks, Charlotte Zolotow, Langston Hughes, Eloise Greenfield, and many other well-known and less familiar writers fill the beautifully illustrated pages with wit and soul. Giovanni Manna's china ink and watercolor paintings have an unusual, appealing feel, and perfectly complement each poem, whether it was written in China in the first century B.C., or last year at a computer in a New York apartment building. Common themes such as new sibling ambivalence, fights among friends, and aging grandparents are covered, as well as imaginary playmates and overly kissy aunts. Rhythm and rhyme, lilting, musical verses. readers do not need to be poetry aficionados to fall in love with this marvelous collection. As in this poem by Andrew Collett about a teacher telling stories to her class, these poems "take us far away:" We all sit in silence we just sit and stare, for when teacher tells us stories she makes us feel we're there. AGES: 4 and up. Manna, Giovanni (illustratore). …

Condizione: Fair. In this multicultural version of the traditional song, children from cultures all over the world clap their hands, stomp their feet, pat their heads, and much more. The accompanying animated singalong CD continues the interactive fun. Fatus, Sophie (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Learn how to count, color and recite the letters from A-Z with cute and curious Cleo.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. When Mr. Bettss eight different pets develop spots, he takes them to the vet. Dr. Pottss medicine cures the spotsbut gives them stripes instead! This hilarious rhyming story rollicks along from one problem to the next as Dr. Potts finally cures Mr. Bettss wacky collection of pets. Latimer, Miriam (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. 'There was once a rich merchant who had two sons. These brothers were as different as the crow and the peacock, or as the moon and the sun, or as hot and cold.' - from the story that inspired 'The Merchant of Venice' Professional storyteller Patrick Ryan has brought together the traditional folk stories, ballads and fairy tales that are at the heart of seven of Shakespeare's masterpieces.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. One hot dry summer in Africa, the animals try to figure out how to get fruit from a magical tree. Melanie Williams (illustratore).

Hardback. Condizione: Fair. Sisters, brothers, teachers, parents, grandparents, best friends. everyone must learn about and live in relationships from an early age. In this fine anthology of poems compiled by poet Judith Nicholls, all kinds of human relationships are explored, sometimes comically, sometimes poignantly. Poems by Gwendolyn Brooks, Charlotte Zolotow, Langston Hughes, Eloise Greenfield, and many other well-known and less familiar writers fill the beautifully illustrated pages with wit and soul. Giovanni Manna's china ink and watercolor paintings have an unusual, appealing feel, and perfectly complement each poem, whether it was written in China in the first century B.C., or last year at a computer in a New York apartment building. Common themes such as new sibling ambivalence, fights among friends, and aging grandparents are covered, as well as imaginary playmates and overly kissy aunts. Rhythm and rhyme, lilting, musical verses. readers do not need to be poetry aficionados to fall in love with this marvelous collection. As in this poem by Andrew Collett about a teacher telling stories to her class, these poems "take us far away:" We all sit in silence we just sit and stare, for when teacher tells us stories she makes us feel we're there. AGES: 4 and up. Manna, Giovanni (illustratore). …

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. Ruby's morning walk with Mom on her first day back to school is far from ordinary. With a tiger ready to pounce and mighty beasts that loom and lurk, getting to school seems like an impossible task. Will she find the courage to make it there and begin her real adventure? Full color. Latimer, Miriam (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Ramay is lazy, and his mother is at her wit's end. When he's sent away into the snowy mountains, will he learn to take care of himself or will the abominable snowman get to him first? This series is for newly independent readers, with simple language, ample font, plenty of bright acrylic illustrations and even a very easy speech bubble here and there to help children along. A chapter book AGES: 4 to 8 AUTHOR: Fran Parnell graduated from Cambridge University with a degree in Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic studies. Fran has worked as an editor on both children's books and travel guides. She has also written the other titles in the Monster Stories series. Fran lives in the UK. Sophie Fatus is a full-time illustrator and sculptress who studied at the prestigious Academy of Fine Art in Paris. Her brightly coloured illustrations have graced the pages of many Barefoot Books titles including the four previous titles in the Monster Stories series, 'If You're Happy and You Know It!', and 'The Story Tree'. Sophie lives in Florence, Italy. Sophie Fatus (illustratore). …

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Ramay is lazy, and his mother is at her wit's end. When he's sent away into the snowy mountains, will he learn to take care of himself or will the abominable snowman get to him first? This series is for newly independent readers, with simple language, ample font, plenty of bright acrylic illustrations and even a very easy speech bubble here and there to help children along. A chapter book AGES: 4 to 8 AUTHOR: Fran Parnell graduated from Cambridge University with a degree in Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic studies. Fran has worked as an editor on both children's books and travel guides. She has also written the other titles in the Monster Stories series. Fran lives in the UK. Sophie Fatus is a full-time illustrator and sculptress who studied at the prestigious Academy of Fine Art in Paris. Her brightly coloured illustrations have graced the pages of many Barefoot Books titles including the four previous titles in the Monster Stories series, 'If You're Happy and You Know It!', and 'The Story Tree'. Sophie lives in Florence, Italy. Sophie Fatus (illustratore).…

Condizione: Good. Little Red Riding Hood loves to visit her Granny's cottage in the forest. Her mother warns her to go straight to Granny's, but when she meets a handsome grey wolf, she doesn't see the harm in stopping for a chat. Scottish storyteller Lari Don's retelling of this well-loved tale is lively and exciting with a wolf who is just scary enough for younger children to enjoy. Celia Chauffrey's finely detailed paintings create an enticing world of quirky characters in a dark and mysterious forest. Comes with storytime CD featuring narration of the text by beloved English actress Imelda Staunton. about this title: A Barefoot Books Core Title for 2012. Joins other bestselling classic tales from Barefoot Books, including The Gigantic Turnip and Jack and the Beanstalk. An accessible introduction to a classic tale, ideal for under fives and early readers. Author Lari Don, based in Edinburgh, is in great demand as a storyteller for young children and is available for events at schools and literature festivals. Chauffrey, Celia (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Specially compiled for adults and children to enjoy together, this skill-building book features many favorite nursery rhymes, song, and playground chants to help youngsters practice counting, complemented by vibrant, full-color illustrations.

Condizione: Very Good. Princess Cinnamon Stitch is a tomboy who has no interest in courtly life. To her parents dismay, she cartwheels through puddles and dances with flea-ridden cats. Discover how she succeeds in teaching the king and queen that there are more important things in life than decorum and show. Laura-Kate Chapmans eye-popping artwork makes this rhythmic text soar. Chapman, Laura-kate (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. A is for Alice, but it is also for alligator. Learn the alphabet with the help of 26 children and their animals. Each child is chased across the page by a different beast, but in the end it is Zoe and her zebra who chase the others right off the page. With names for twenty-six children and animals, this action-packed alphabet makes learning letters fun! Ages 1-4 Colour illustrations. Beaton, Clare (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Learn how to count, color and recite the letters from A-Z with cute and curious Cleo.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Learn how to count, color and recite the letters from A-Z with cute and curious Cleo.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. After an old man dies, only his dreamy son Ivan is brave enough to keep vigil at his father's grave. Ivan's reward is the magical stallion Starlight Grey, which he keeps secret from his two greedy brothers. When the Russian king challenges all the young men in his kingdom to win the hard of his beautiful daughter, Ivan calls on the help of Starlight Grey. Docampo, Valeria (illustratore).…

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. This contemporary fable of how the African and Indian elephant first found their homelands also shows children that it is important to be loved and cherished for one's own unique characteristics. Mockford, Caroline (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. One hot dry summer in Africa, the animals try to figure out how to get fruit from a magical tree. Melanie Williams (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good. This Italian tale tells how Prolo, the Kings youngest gardener, sets out on an impossible quest which frightens even the bravest of the Kings knights. Can he steal a magic feather from the back of the terrifying feathered ogre who eats tasty boys and girls for his supper. Fatus, Sophie (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. Learn how to count, color and recite the letters from A-Z with cute and curious Cleo.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Readers follow ten diverse families as they cook dumplings inside their homes in preparation for a neighbourhood potluck. Dumplings are added to plates one by one, encouraging children to count with each new addition. Authentic recipes for all the dumplings and a map showing their regions of origin are included in the endnotes. De Antuñano, Inés (illustratore).…

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. Count to twelve with help from tumbling tigers, winking owls and more, while you search for the two cockatoos hidden on every page. This clever counting adventure makes the perfect gift when paired with Alligator Alphabet . Bauer, Stephanie (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Can you keep up with busy Bear? Follow Bear to the market, forest, beach and more in this bright French / English edition of Bear on a Bike. Part of the time-tested Bear series, this book introduces little ones to 6 modes of transportation, and the repetitive rhyming text helps build word recognition, develop reading confidence and reinforce early learning. Harter, Debbie (illustratore).…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Count to twelve with help from tumbling tigers, winking owls and more, while you search for the two cockatoos hidden on every page. This clever counting adventure makes the perfect gift when paired with Alligator Alphabet . Bauer, Stephanie (illustratore).

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. When young Arlo accidentally drops a book on the Mayor?s head, the Mayor decides books are dangerous and destroys all the books in town! But thanks to Arlo?s imagination and perseverance, the Mayor finds that suppressing stories cannot stop them from blossoming more beautifully than ever. This timely allegorical tale will be a useful tool for starting conversations with children about the power of activism and the written word. Kheiriyeh, Rashin (illustratore).…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. When young Arlo accidentally drops a book on the Mayor?s head, the Mayor decides books are dangerous and destroys all the books in town! But thanks to Arlo?s imagination and perseverance, the Mayor finds that suppressing stories cannot stop them from blossoming more beautifully than ever. This timely allegorical tale will be a useful tool for starting conversations with children about the power of activism and the written word. Kheiriyeh, Rashin (illustratore).…

Condizione: Good. Features four children from different countries, each going through their early morning routine and getting ready for school. Sophie Fatus (illustratore).

Condizione: Good. Mayhew, James (illustratore).