Martina Peluso – illustratör

"An accessible tool for teaching children about world cultures, seasonal special events, and festivals for school and public library collections" ― School Library JournalExperience the wonder of 13 holidays from around the world! From the Spring Festival in China to Inti Raymi in Peru and the New Yam Festival in Nigeria, experience an immersive journey bright with lyrical text and vibrant illustrations. Perfect for sparking curiosity, this book helps young readers appreciate diverse traditions and the joy of coming together. Spanish edition. Features holidays from: Japan, China, New Zealand, Peru, Brazil, Sweden, Iran, United States, Nigeria, Russia, Egypt, Mexico, India Includes pronunciation guides and a global festival calendar Educational endnotes explain the significance of celebrations portrayed in the book

Explore harvest festivals from around the globe! Lyrical, rhyming text and lush, detailed artwork from Italian artist Martina Peluso immerse young readers in some of the most ancient traditions in the world. Nine pages of rich, educational endnotes dive deep with more information about the 12 cultures explored in the book and invite young readers to ask questions about food and the labour that produces it.

Build your child’s reading confidence at home with books at the right levelPrincess Sabra has a simple happy life until her kingdom is attacked by a fierce, fire-breathing dragon. As she struggles to find a way of saving the land and the people, there appears only one answer and one very high cost…Can the strange soldier who appears be the only one who can rescue her and save her kingdom from the mighty beast? Topaz/ Band 13 books offer longer and more demanding reads for children to investigate and evaluate.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 1–6 and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding vocabulary.Jump on a magical bus and take a tour of strange and wonderful lands in this wonderfully imaginative poem by June Crebbin.Blue/Band 4 books offer longer, repeated patterns with sequential events and integrated literary and natural language.This book focuses on adjacent consonants with long vowel phonemes.Pages 14 and 15 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

This beautiful Ladybird Classic ebook edition of Heidi by Johanna Spyri is a perfect first illustrated introduction to the classic story for younger readers.It has been sensitively abridged and retold to make it suitable for sharing with young children from 5+, whilst retaining all the key parts of the story including Heidi's friendship with Peter, her life in Frankfurt with Clara, and fascinating details about life in the mountains. Detailed full-colour illustrations throughout also help to bring this classic tale to life.Other exciting titles in the Ladybird Classics series include Alice in Wonderland, Gulliver's Travels, The Secret Garden, Oliver Twist, Black Beauty, Treasure Island, A Christmas Carol, Peter Pan, The Three Musketeers, The Jungle Book and The Wind in the Willows.

The Christmas story is full of toings and froings from visitors, with joyful visits from angels sharing good news and excited visits from shepherds and wise men to see the special baby Jesus.This beautifully illustrated faithful retelling of the Christmas story will spark the imaginations of young children. An ideal read aloud story, sharing with children the joy and wonder of the events of the first Christmas. Welcome to the world, Jesus!

Joseph always welcomes guests to his Sabbath table, while his greedy neighbor Judah scoffs at Joseph’s generosity. Even as his fortunes decline, Joseph’s door remains open. But times change and Judah turns to his Joseph for help. A very special fish helps Joseph save the day.

This beautiful hardback Ladybird Classic edition of Heidi by Johanna Spyri is a perfect first illustrated introduction to the classic story for younger readers.It has been sensitively abridged and retold to make it suitable for sharing with young children from 5+, whilst retaining all the key parts of the story including Heidi's friendship with Peter, her life in Frankfurt with Clara, and fascinating details about life in the mountains. Detailed full-colour illustrations throughout also help to bring this classic tale to life.Other exciting titles in the Ladybird Classics series include Alice in Wonderland, Gulliver's Travels, The Secret Garden, Oliver Twist, Treasure Island, A Christmas Carol, Peter Pan, The Three Musketeers, The Jungle Book and The Wind in the Willows.

Og the giant is so big that no bed is large enough or strong enough to hold him. He never gets a good night''s sleep—but all the animals know he has a gentle heart under his groggy grumpiness. Then a man named Noah asks for Og''s help, and Og''s life changes forever.

Joseph always welcomes guests to his Sabbath table, while his greedy neighbor Judah scoffs at Joseph’s generosity. Even as his fortunes decline, Joseph’s door remains open. But times change and Judah turns to his Joseph for help. A very special fish helps Joseph save the day.

Og the giant is so big that no bed is large enough or strong enough to hold him. He never gets a good night''s sleep—but all the animals know he has a gentle heart under his groggy grumpiness. Then a man named Noah asks for Og''s help, and Og''s life changes forever.

Rena Glickman, known professionally as Rusty Kanokogi, was a Jewish girl who grew up to become the preeminent female judo master of her time, overcoming many odds. At a time when judo was a sport strictly for boys and men, Rusty was determined to practice the sport she loved.

Rena Glickman, known professionally as Rusty Kanokogi, was a Jewish girl who grew up to become the preeminent female judo master of her time, overcoming many odds. At a time when judo was a sport strictly for boys and men, Rusty was determined to practice the sport she loved.

Lyrical, sensory nonfiction text and vibrant illustrations invite readers to experience a child’s-eye view of 13 special days around the world, such as the Spring Festival, Inti Raymi, Eid al-Fitr, Día de Muertos and the New Yam Festival. Includes a global festival calendar and educational notes about why we celebrate.

In this illustrated chapter book retelling of a folk tale from Cambodia, cunning Dara uses her expertise as an engineer to foil a wicked plot and save her husband. Available individually and as part of the Stories from around the World: 4 Tales of Problem-Solving & Wit set.

A brave young princess sets out on a dangerous adventure to rescue her mother and her infant son. This illustrated chapter book retelling of a folktale from Brazil is available individually and as part of the Stories from around the World: 4 Tales of Persistence & Grit set.

Inspired by traditional folktales from around the world, this volume in the Animal Stories for Bedtime series features fantastical, mesmerizing tales about how different forest animals came to resemble the species that we know today. Told over generations, often around campfires in the dead of night, these tales come from many cultures around the world. Whether beginning in the forests of Africa, America, Australia, or Europe, the stories in this book go back a long way, but here they are retold with new twists and turns for the bedtimes of today. This collection contains eight engaging stories including “How the Frog Became King of the Marshes,” “Why Owls Stare,” and “Why Dogs Became Our Friends.” They mix humor, suspense, a few scares, and charming full-color artwork to irresistible effect.

Inspired by traditional folktales from around the world, this volume in the Animal Stories for Bedtime series features fantastical, mesmerizing tales about how different animals from the jungle came to resemble the species that we know today. Animal stories of the great outdoors have been told over generations, often around campfires in the dead of night. Many cultures throughout the world have used the wildlife around them in their rich heritage of storytelling. Whether set in the jungles, wildernesses, plains, or mountains of Africa, America, Asia, or Australia, the stories in this book go back a long way—now retold with new twists and turns for the bedtimes of today. This collection contains eight engaging stories including “How the Tiger Got Her Stripes,” “The Hyena’s Last Laugh,” and “When the Polar Bears Danced.” The stories mix humor, suspense, a few scares, and charming full-color artwork to irresistible effect.

Olivia doesn’t have very good table manners. Fortunately, her mom is very patient, and encourages her to try again, with songs and plenty of good humor. Olivia’s mom knows that a dash of fun and a splash of love help children to learn routines and become moreindependent. Do you want to learn her rhymes? They’re handy, and very easy to remember!

Olivia doesn’t have very good table manners. Fortunately, her mom is very patient, and encourages her to try again, with songs and plenty of good humor. Olivia’s mom knows that a dash of fun and a splash of love help children to learn routines and become moreindependent. Do you want to learn her rhymes? They’re handy, and very easy to remember!

Olivia doesn’t have very good table manners. Fortunately, her mom is very patient, and encourages her to try again, with songs and plenty of good humor. Olivia’s mom knows that a dash of fun and a splash of love help children to learn routines and become more independent. Do you want to learn her rhymes? They’re handy, and very easy to remember! A fun story with songs and rhyme that helps parents guide their children towards higher autonomy around the dining table.Don't miss the book trailer! Read the first pages:

A magical story of a Guatemalan girl named Juanita, who loved cooking crunchy maize tortillas and counting stars every night.Juanita lived in Santa Catarina Palopó, a pretty little village next to a beautiful lake, surrounded by three huge volcanoes. She loved her pueblo and their people. Women there helped their families by weaving huipiles from silk, wool, and cotton thread while men worked the land. Juanita wanted to be of help, so she always cooked for her family her favorite meal, tortillas. At night, when the sun cleared the way for the moon to shine bright, Juanita would run onto the roof of the house for her nighttime routine: counting stars. The sky was so clear she could almost touch it.But one day, Juanita’s mom became very ill, and she couldn’t work at her loom. Juanita wanted to help but didn’t know how to. It appears the sky had been listening to her all the time and had a big surprise stored for her…La mágica historia de una niña de Guatemala a la que le encantaba cocinar tortitas de maíz y contar estrellas cada noche.Juanita vivía en Santa Catarina Palopó, un pueblito encantador junto a un hermoso lago, rodeado por tres enormes volcanes. Para ella era el mejor lugar del mundo donde vivía la gente más buena. Las mujeres ayudaban a sus familias tejiendo huipiles de seda, lana e hilo de algodón, mientras los hombres trabajaban la tierra. Juanita quería ser de ayuda, y por eso siempre cocinaba para su familia su plato favorito: tortitas de maíz. Por la noche, cuando el sol se marchaba para abrir paso a la luna, Juanita corría escaleras arriba hacia el ático para su rutina nocturna: contar estrellas. El cielo estaba tan despejado que casi podía tocarlo.Pero un día, la mamá de Juanita se puso muy enferma y no podía trabajar en su telar. Juanita quería ayudar pero no sabía cómo. Al parecer, el cielo la había estado escuchando todo el tiempo y tenía una gran sorpresa preparada para ella…

A magical story of a Guatemalan girl named Juanita, who loved cooking crunchy maize tortillas and counting stars every night.Juanita lived in Santa Catarina Palopo, a pretty little village next to a beautiful lake, surrounded by three huge volcanoes. She loved her pueblo and their people. Women there helped their families by weaving huipiles from silk, wool, and cotton thread while men worked the land. Juanita wanted to be of help, so she always cooked for her family her favorite meal, tortillas. At night, when the sun cleared the way for the moon to shine bright, Juanita would run onto the roof of the house for her nighttime routine: counting stars. The sky was so clear she could almost touch it.But one day, Juanita's mom became very ill, and she couldn't work at her loom. Juanita wanted to help but didn't know how to. It appears the sky had been listening to her all the time and had a big surprise stored for her...La magica historia de una nina de Guatemala a la que le encantaba cocinar tortitas de maiz y contar estrellas cada noche.Juanita vivia en Santa Catarina Palopo, un pueblito encantador junto a un hermoso lago, rodeado por tres enormes volcanes. Para ella era el mejor lugar del mundo donde vivia la gente mas buena. Las mujeres ayudaban a sus familias tejiendo huipiles de seda, lana e hilo de algodon, mientras los hombres trabajaban la tierra. Juanita queria ser de ayuda, y por eso siempre cocinaba para su familia su plato favorito: tortitas de maiz. Por la noche, cuando el sol se marchaba para abrir paso a la luna, Juanita corria escaleras arriba hacia el atico para su rutina nocturna: contar estrellas. El cielo estaba tan despejado que casi podia tocarlo.Pero un dia, la mama de Juanita se puso muy enferma y no podia trabajar en su telar. Juanita queria ayudar pero no sabia como. Al parecer, el cielo la habia estado escuchando todo el tiempo y tenia una gran sorpresa preparada para ella...

A magical story of a Guatemalan girl named Juanita, who loved cooking crunchy maize tortillas and counting stars every night.Juanita lived in Santa Catarina Palopo, a pretty little village next to a beautiful lake, surrounded by three huge volcanoes. She loved her pueblo and their people. Women there helped their families by weaving huipiles from silk, wool, and cotton thread while men worked the land. Juanita wanted to be of help, so she always cooked for her family her favorite meal, tortillas. At night, when the sun cleared the way for the moon to shine bright, Juanita would run onto the roof of the house for her nighttime routine: counting stars. The sky was so clear she could almost touch it.But one day, Juanita's mom became very ill, and she couldn't work at her loom. Juanita wanted to help but didn't know how to. It appears the sky had been listening to her all the time and had a big surprise stored for her...

Doing gymnastics, Ágnes Keleti feels free—until the day her coach tells her there''s a new law in Hungary barring Jewish athletes from the gym. Once Germany sends soldiers into Budapest, they are impossible to ignore and Ágnes hatches a plan. With identity papers from a Christian woman, she goes into hiding in a small farming village. She does housework for a family who support the Nazis, but she never stops dreaming of the day she will be able to compete at the Olympics.

Doing gymnastics, Ágnes Keleti feels free—until the day her coach tells her there''s a new law in Hungary barring Jewish athletes from the gym. Once Germany sends soldiers into Budapest, they are impossible to ignore and Ágnes hatches a plan. With identity papers from a Christian woman, she goes into hiding in a small farming village. She does housework for a family who support the Nazis, but she never stops dreaming of the day she will be able to compete at the Olympics.