Jacob Souva – illustratör

If you (and your children!) struggle with setting a nighttime routine, staying up for countless hours, and regretting it the day after—this picture book is for you! Whirby the robot is all systems go for his favorite school activity: bot battles! All that clinking, clanging, beeping, and banging makes Whirby so excited.So excited that he forgets to recharge at night. He stays up practicing his best moves and building the coolest contraptions before the big battle.But when it’s finally his turn to compete…BWOMP! BZZZ! ZZT!With his battery on 0%, will Whirby find a way to still be the bot battle champion? Find out in this funny new offering from The Big Squeeze author, Molly Harris, and the illustrator of Big Bike, Little Bike, Jacob Souva! You’ll love Whirby if you:need a reminder to rest and rechargeenjoyed Robobaby, Clink, Boy + Bot, Love Z and Louare a fan of stories that are pure fun and impart important life lessonslove robots, robotics, robot battles, and anything robo-related

Read Write Inc. Phonics Book Bag Books are engaging texts to support children with additional reading practice outside the classroom. They have been specifically designed for children to take home after school, in order to share their reading journey and celebrate their achievements with parents and carers. The books are closely matched to the existing Read Write Inc. Phonics Storybooks to reinforce children's classroom learning of phonics at the appropriate level, helping them to make even faster progress in reading.

Warning -- this book contains top-secret information about butterflies! Prepare to be shocked and grossed out by this hilarious and totally true picture book introduction to a fascinating insect.Butterflies are beautiful and quiet and gentle and sparkly . . . but that's not the whole truth. Butterflies can be GROSS. And one butterfly in particular is here to let everyone know! Talking directly to the reader, a monarch butterfly reveals how its kind is so much more than what we think. Did you know some butterflies enjoy feasting on dead animals, rotten fruit, tears and even poop? Some butterflies are loud, like the Cracker butterfly. Some are stinky -- the smell scares predators away. Butterflies can be sneaky, like the ones who pretend to be ants to get free babysitting. This hilarious and refreshing book with silly and sweet illustrations explores the science of butterflies and shows that these insects are not the stereotypically cutesy critters we often think they are -- they are fascinating, disgusting, complicated and amazing creatures.

Discover the whimsical tale of friendship between one man and his gold pan, and their journey in the wake of the Gold Rush."A plucky pan is a prospector’s devoted companion as they venture through the Alaskan interior. But when their search turns up empty, Pan begins to wonder if he’s broken in this lighthearted glimpse into gold rush history."—New York Public Library, Best Books for Kids (Nonfiction History)"Though the story is humorous and the protagonist playful, there is some meaty geology and history to be mined within, including information on iron pyrite (aka fool's gold: 'Drat!') and how to pan for gold. Souva's illustrations employ geometric shapes and a muted palette, investing Pan with appealing personality via eyebrows, eyes, and mouth. Backmatter expands upon the story for readers curious to know more. While the book is sure to appeal to educators, especially those teaching about the various gold rushes in western American history, the amusing adventures of Pan and Pedro hold broad appeal for read-alouds with many and varied audiences beyond the classroom. A sweet little nugget of a story."—Kirkus ReviewsPedro and his pan go on an exciting adventure together—to strike gold! They hike mountains, whack through bushes, and wade through streams as they sift through dirt and gravel in search of the hidden nuggets. But as time goes by without any success, Pan begins to worry that he is broken. Will he and Pedro ever find what they’re looking for? Inspired by the true story of Felix Pedro, a prospector who launched one of the richest gold rushes in Alaska’s history, Pedro’s Pan offers a glimpse into American history as well as educates how gold panning works in a fun and exciting way.

Discover the whimsical tale of friendship between one man and his gold pan, and their journey in the wake of the Gold Rush."A plucky pan is a prospector’s devoted companion as they venture through the Alaskan interior. But when their search turns up empty, Pan begins to wonder if he’s broken in this lighthearted glimpse into gold rush history."—New York Public Library, Best Books for Kids 2019 (Nonfiction History)"Though the story is humorous and the protagonist playful, there is some meaty geology and history to be mined within, including information on iron pyrite (aka fool's gold: 'Drat!') and how to pan for gold. Souva's illustrations employ geometric shapes and a muted palette, investing Pan with appealing personality via eyebrows, eyes, and mouth. Backmatter expands upon the story for readers curious to know more. While the book is sure to appeal to educators, especially those teaching about the various gold rushes in western American history, the amusing adventures of Pan and Pedro hold broad appeal for read-alouds with many and varied audiences beyond the classroom. A sweet little nugget of a story."—Kirkus ReviewsPedro and his pan go on an exciting adventure together—to strike gold! They hike mountains, whack through bushes, and wade through streams as they sift through dirt and gravel in search of the hidden nuggets. But as time goes by without any success, Pan begins to worry that he is broken. Will he and Pedro ever find what they’re looking for? Inspired by the true story of Felix Pedro, a prospector who launched one of the richest gold rushes in Alaska’s history, Pedro’s Pan offers a glimpse into American history as well as educates how gold panning works in a fun and exciting way.

Pedro e la sua padella d’oro partono per un'avventura entusiasmante alla ricerca dell'oro! Sopra montagne e ruscelli, Pedro e Pan setacciano terra e ghiaia ovunque, alla ricerca delle preziose pepiti d'oro, ma senza fortuna. Pan inizia a preoccuparsi di esserse rotto. Riusciranno mai, lui e Pedro troveranno ciò che cercano?Ispirato alla storia vera di prospettore dell'Alaska, Felix Pedro, La Padella di Pedro è una storia divertente e fantasiosa di un uomo e del viaggio della sua padella d'oro durante la corsa all'oro.

Pedro and his pan go on an exciting adventure together—to strike gold! They hike mountains, whack through bushes, and wade through streams as they search and sift through dirt and gravel in search of the hidden nuggets just waiting to be found. Inspired by the true story of Felix Pedro, a prospector who launched one of the richest gold rushes in Alaska’s history, the book offers a glimpse into American history as well as educates how gold panning works in a fun and exciting way. Pedro’s Pan is a whimsical tale of one man and his gold pan’s journey in the wake of the Gold Rush.

A range of simple stories for new readers, with beautiful colour illustrations.Ludo comes from a long line of famous bear stylists. He loves giving his customers sensible haircuts, whether it's a tidy trim or a perfect perm.Until Leonardo arrives in town. Soon Ludo's clients are having their feathers flapped and their curls combed by him instead.But only one bear can be named Bear Stylist Supreme.A charming celebration of creativity and teamwork.

One little bug forms part of a whole WORLD of minibeasts!This fact-packed lift-the-flap book encourages young children to head out into nature and explore! Little ones will love learning what makes each insect unique, where to find them, and even how to make a bug hotel of their very own. Packed with simple facts, activities and prompts, this is the perfect book to inspire a love of nature in your child. One Little Bug part of an engaging non-fiction series with a call to action at its core: for curious children to get out into nature. Each title empowers little ones to interact with the world around them, no matter where they live or what their circumstances are. Also available in the series: One Little Seed and One Little Egg

From one little tadpole comes a hopping, leaping frog!This inspiring lift-the-flap book reveals the wonders of the frog lifecycle, shares the very best way to pond dip, and encourages readers to head outside to look for other wildlife. Packed with simple facts, activities and prompts, this is the perfect book to inspire a love of nature in your child. One Little Tadpole is part of an engaging non-fiction series with a call to action at its core: for curious children to get out into nature. Each title empowers little ones to interact with the world around them, no matter where they live or what their circumstances are. Also available: One Little Seed, One Little Bug, One Little Egg and One Little LeafComing soon: One Little Fish

Drift through the mountains, the sky blushing bright.Pass by the dinosaurs, wish them 'Goodnight'. Say goodnight to the sleepy dinosaurs as the sun sets! Learn about different dinos as you drift through valleys, along rivers and over mountains. This beautiful book combines facts and fun, with a gentle rhyming text that's perfect for bedtime. Also available in the Little Explorers series: Goodnight Farm, Goodnight Forest and Goodnight Ocean

A bike. Is it a big bike or a little bike?Fast or slow?Dirty or clean?It all depends on who is taking it for a ride. . .Join a charming cast of characters who discover just how far a different perspective—and one simple bike—can take you. Perfect for fans of books by Brendan Wenzel, Antoinette Portis, and Corey Tabor, Big Bike, Little Bike will wheel riders and readers away on a hilarious and heartfelt journey!