Grasya Oliyko – illustratör

From acclaimed author Linda Elovitz Marshall comes a picture book biography of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that highlights the importance of standing up for what one believes in, defending freedom at all costs, and maintaining hope in the face of war’s atrocities—with stunning art from Ukrainian illustrator Grasya Oliyko.Volodymyr Zelensky wanted to make Ukraine a better, kinder, more joyful place. Born to Jewish parents, Volodymyr had much love and pride for his country. Growing up, even with Ukraine’s various conflicts, he liked to make people laugh. After university, he became a comedian and actor. But he knew humor wasn’t enough to fix his nation’s ongoing problems. So, in 2019, he ran for president—and won!Leading with honesty, heart, and humor, President Zelensky stood up for what he believed in, no matter how tough the situation. And when Ukraine was invaded, he bravely defended his country, the Ukrainian people, and their right to freedom at all costs.Featuring an author’s note, educational timeline, and more, this powerful nonfiction account beautifully captures President Volodymyr Zelensky’s journey to office and Ukraine’s fight for truth and independence amidst rising tensions.How does a comedian become a symbol of courage for the entire world?Modern History for Kids: With a clear and simple timeline, this book explains the history of Ukraine and the Soviet Union in a way that young readers can understand.A Story of Jewish Heritage: Learn about President Zelensky's Jewish background and his family's history, showing the deep roots of Jewish life in Ukraine.From Comedian to President: Discover the incredible true story of how an actor who even voiced Paddington Bear answered the call to lead his country.Hope and Perseverance: An uplifting message that highlights the power of truth, the importance of standing up for your beliefs, and finding hope even in the face of war.

*Indie Book of the Month*A compendium of poetry prompts from Joseph Coelho (Children's Laureate 2022-2024).Each fun and engaging prompt for writing a poem helps children discover how to write poems and then read them out loud. This is a book to build confidence and literacy skills through channeling children's imaginations. This is a book for the whole family to enjoy, bright, cheerful but cool illustrations will appeal to children of all primary ages.

*Indie Book of the Month*A compendium of poetry prompts from Joseph Coelho (Children's Laureate 2022-2024).Each fun and engaging prompt for writing a poem helps children discover how to write poems and then read them out loud. This is a book to build confidence and literacy skills through channeling children's imaginations. This is a book for the whole family to enjoy, bright, cheerful but cool illustrations will appeal to children of all primary ages.

Celebrate the power of poetry! Play with words and spark imaginations with this fun activity kit from Joseph Coelho, Children's Poet Laureate 2022–2024.Make poetry fun with Joseph Coelho, Children’s Poet Laureate 2022–2024: This activity kit is packed with games and activities – discover all kinds of ways to start writing poems with Joseph Coelho.A compendium of literacy games and activities: Create endless poetic combinations with over 500 word cards! Spin the spinner for linguistic techniques and use the activity cards to start your poems off.Edutainment for children aged 6–9: Inspire your child’s love of language and give them the tools they need to express themselves and succeed in school – and in life!Learning through play: Developed with the help of kids, parents and teachers, this kit contains 500 word cards, 12 double-sided activity cards, 28 rhyming dominoes, a poetry spinner and a rules and inspiration booklet. Pick from more than 500 word cards to build your own poetry creations, with endless combinations. 24 games and activities provide all sorts of ways to start your poem, from acrostics and rhyming dominoes to concrete poems and consequences. Spin the letter spinner to randomize the poetic fun, or use linguistic techniques like metaphor and simile to take your poetry skills to the next level.This poetry activity set contains: 500 word tiles, 1 letter/MORERAPS spinner (MORERAPS = Metaphor, Onomatopoeia, Rhyme, Emotion, Repetition, Alliteration, Personification, Simile), 12 cards with 24 activities and 1 rules and inspiration booklet for Poetry Play with 1–6 players, aged 6–9.

Meet Ghost and his spooky friends in this split-page picture book with mirror ending!Knock, knock! Guess who? Children will love joining in this Halloween adventure as these friendly characters deliver Halloween treats to one another. Knock on the door and open it to reveal who has been booed!This not-so-spooky picture book is the perfect introduction to Halloween for little ones, with friendly characters, surprises under every door and a delightful mirror ending. This spooktacular story has been beautifully illustrated by Grasya Oliyko - a Ukrainian illustrator, currently living in Bratislava with her young daughter and two cats.Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.

The perfect gift for Valentine's Day with animal friends to meet behind each door.Join all the animals in the woods as they give gifts to one another on this special occasion. Bear has a lollipop for her best friend Fox, but who will Fox give a gift to this Valentine's Day? Knock on the door and open it to find out! Each page has a shaped door to open with clues hidden in the pictures to help you guess who's at home!There's one more title to collect in the series: Guess Who? Boo to You!

Meet Ghost and his spooky friends in this split-page board book with mirror ending!Knock, knock! Guess who? Children will love joining in this Halloween adventure as these friendly characters deliver Halloween treats to one another. Knock on the door and open it to reveal who has been booed!This not-so-spooky picture book is the perfect introduction to Halloween for little ones, with friendly characters, surprises under every door and a delightful mirror ending. This spooktacular story has been beautifully illustrated by Grasya Oliyko - a Ukrainian illustrator, currently living in Bratislava with her young daughter and two cats.

The perfect gift for Valentine's Day with animal friends to meet behind each door.Join all the animals in the woods as they give gifts to one another on this special occasion. Bear has a lollipop for her best friend Fox, but who will Fox give a gift to this Valentine's Day? Knock on the door and open it to find out! Each page has a shaped door to open with clues hidden in the pictures to help you guess who's at home!There's one more title to collect in the series: Guess Who? Boo to You!Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.

An interactive festive picture book - the perfect stocking filler!Penguin and his Christmas friends are delivering presents. Knock on the door and open it to discover who lives in each little house. Will it be Santa? Will it be Reindeer or perhaps, just perhaps, it's you! With joyful rhyming text, shaped doors to open on every page and a surprise mirror ending, this picture book is full of the joy of the season.Collect all the titles in the series: Boo to You! and I Love You!

An interactive festive picture book - the perfect stocking filler!Penguin and his Christmas friends are delivering presents. Knock on the door and open it to discover who lives in each little house. Will it be Santa? Will it be Reindeer or perhaps, just perhaps, it's you! With joyful rhyming text, shaped doors to open on every page and a surprise mirror ending, this picture book is full of the joy of the season.Collect all the titles in the series: Boo to You! and I Love You!

Join Bunny and her friends this Easter as they give out yummy eggs to one another in this springtime Easter book with a mirror ending.Who will be the very last friend to get a chocolate surprise?With shaped doors to open on every page, little ones can join in the rhyming story, guess who lives in each house and share in the joy of giving this Easter, alongside Bunny, Chick, Frog, Lamb, Duck and Puppy.Other titles to collect: Guess Who? Boo to You, Guess Who? I Love You!, Guess Who: Merry Christmas to You!

Join Bunny and her friends this Easter as they give out yummy eggs to one another in this springtime Easter book with a mirror ending.Who will be the very last friend to get a chocolate surprise?With shaped doors to open on every page, little ones can join in the rhyming story, guess who lives in each house and share in the joy of giving this Easter, alongside Bunny, Chick, Frog, Lamb, Duck and Puppy.Other titles to collect: Guess Who? Boo to You, Guess Who? I Love You!, Guess Who: Merry Christmas to You!Includes a free Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.