Alejandra Barajas – illustratör

When Mum brings home a new houseguest from the exotic animal hospital, it sparks a great idea. Naomi decides to form a snake rescue club with her best friend, Emma, and her brother, Nolan. But tensions arise with her next-door neighbour Taylor, who hates snakes. Will the snakes bring them together or drive them apart? One thing is for certain: rescuing snakes leads to adventures, and even friendships, that Naomi could never have imagined!Filled with fun snake facts that will intrigue readers whether they’re fans of snakes or not, Naomi Nash Saving Snakes mixes information with an engaging, lively story, making it perfect for all readers of other animal-focused chapter book series as well as those with a particular interest in reptiles.

The first time Bo sees the shiny black clarinet, he knows that is the instrument for him! But when he gets a chance to try it out, he discovers that his short arms, due to his achondroplasia, don’t reach all the keys properly. Bo is disappointed, until he remembers that every problem has a solution... which sometimes means a whole new plan!Musician, educator and actor Andrew Bambridge (Pixels) offers a charming chapter book series about a boy named Bo who, like Andrew, has achondroplasia and has always loved music.

Bo is starting a band! He is super excited and knows exactly what kind of band he wants. But when Bo invites his friends to audition, no one quite lives up to his high expectations. Bo has a choice to make - a band with friends who all have their own ideas, or a band with one member: himself! Will Bo compromise or go solo?Musician, educator and actor Andrew Bambridge (Pixels) offers a charming chapter book series about a boy named Bo who, like Andrew, has achondroplasia and has always loved music.

Ba-dah-dum! Ba-dah-dum! Oops! Bo is drumming on his desk at school again, and his teacher is not happy. But Bo loves to drum! And sometimes, he doesn’t even know he’s doing it. It’s tricky to find the time and place for his drumming passion. Just when Bo thinks he’s in big trouble for drumming instead of listening, his dad has an idea that will help Bo stay on beat!Musician, educator and actor Andrew Bambridge (Pixels) offers a charming chapter book series about a boy named Bo who, like Andrew, has achondroplasia and has always loved music.

Bo really wants to take piano lessons like his older brother Jason. But there are two problems - his mum says he’s not ready, and his feet can’t reach the foot pedals because of his achondroplasia. But Bo knows that where there’s a problem, there’s a solution! With determination and the help of a kind teacher, Bo tackles the piano problem, and his feet and fingers finally feel the music!Musician, educator and actor Andrew Bambridge (Pixels) offers a charming chapter book series about a boy named Bo who, like Andrew, has achondroplasia and has always loved music.

Curious eyes are watching Aalim as he treks through the rainforest. Can he trust his new friend, Anansi? Or will the wisdom of the world slip through his fingers? Anansi and the Wisdom of the World is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 6-7 years

Chancay lived long ago in the high Incan lands of Peru. One day, when Chancay was fishing, a magical fish granted him an amazing gift: a quest to find the secret of fire. On the quest, Chancay demonstrates that he is kind, strong and brave; but he needs to complete one final challenge to win the secret of fire and keep his people warm forever. Will he be successful? (Letter-sounds featured: long /oo/ u-e /y+oo/ u-e ) Chancay's Fire Quest is part of the Rocket Phonics systematic synthetic phonics programme from Reading Planet. Rocket Phonics ensures that every child achieves phonics success. This fully-decodable Target Practice reading book provides focused practice of a small group of letter-sounds. The book also includes useful notes and activities to support reading in school and at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding.Reading age: 5-6.

A lyrical picture book from Cleere Cherry Reaves of the popular brand Cleerely Stated, The Miracle of You celebrates the unconditional love of a parent and the uniqueness of your child among all the beauty of God's creation.From the creatures that swim deep in the sea to the galaxies that reach far and wide, the world is filled with the color and creativity of God. Yet nothing compares to experiencing His miraculous design like the gift of the child He has given you.When Cleere Cherry Reaves's son was born three months prematurely, Cleere and her husband watched as their child--their miracle--fought for his life, developed, and began to thrive. In The Miracle of You, Cleere's poetic words speak for every parent and grandparent in awe at the God-given miracle of their little ones.This read-aloud book for boys and girls ages 4 to 8pairs heartwarming rhymes with whimsical artwork;teaches children that Jesus is the giver of miracles;is a perfect gift for a baby shower, baptism, baby dedication, child's birthday, or Mother's Day;serves as a stunning decorative piece in nurseries and children's bedrooms; andbuilds a healthy self-esteem in kids, focusing on who they are, not what they do.A love letter to the child of your heart, The Miracle of You reminds children that they are more marvelous than anything else God created and loved beyond anything they could ever imagine.

This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.

This book is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Moth is a non-fiction text reporting on how a hawk moth grows from egg to adult. The simple sentence structure offers readers the opportunity for an independent reading experience with the support of the illustrations.Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.This early non-fiction text is accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.

This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.

Follow along with Little Andrea and her family as they explore the historical and cultural origins of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) through food and activities.Join Little Andrea and her family in The Dia de Los Muertos Cookbook as they celebrate this Mexican holiday with 13 delicious recipes and 5 creative activities. As they welcome the souls of their deceased loved ones for a short homecoming, Andrea’s family cooks the amazing food of the culture while engaging in fun and educational activities.  Featuring simple instructions, accessible ingredients, and vibrant illustrations, this celebratory and empowering cookbook makes it easy for kids 8-years-old and up to recreate delicious meals and drinks like: Jamaica (hibiscus iced tea)Mexican Hot Chocolate Ice CreamJicama (Mexican turnip) FriesEsquite (Mexican corn) Dulce de Calabaza (caramelized pumpkin) Two types of tortillas from scratchAnd so much more!Each section also includes fun activities and crafts to keep the celebration going, such as designing papel picado, creating calaveritas (sugar skulls), making marigold garlands, having a dance party, and exploring parades and celebrations around the United States. Comprised of 90 percent cooking and 10 percent family and community engagement, The Dia de Los Muertos Story Cookbook offers young readers a way to connect with the enriching culture of Mexico and learn about a difficult topic in a sensitive, meaningful, and engaging way. The Holiday Celebration series from becker&mayer! kids honors the diverse holidays and milestones that shape the cultural fabric of the United States. Though these traditions may have originated elsewhere, brought to our shores by ancestors from around the world, they have endured and evolved to weave the vibrant tapestry of American life. The series includes picture books and their companion kid-friendly cookbooks that share stories uniquely representative of the American experience—an experience that is multilayered, eclectic, inclusive, and joyfully beautiful.Also available from the series: The Juneteenth Story, The Juneteenth Cookbook, The Dia de Los Muertos Story, and The Kwanzaa Story.