Promises – serie

From the bestselling illustrator of the Growing Hearts series comes a sweet and charming board book series about all the things we want to promise children With simple text and bestselling illustrator Christine Roussey's signature whimsical art, a child will hear of all the things their caregivers can promise them in this life––from joy to wonder to regret, and even the smaller moments in life, like cleaning your room and being told to zip up your coat (yes, all the way!). Die-cuts on the cover and throughout the book offer something exciting for little ones to see on each page in this loving ode to growing up and everything that life has to offer.

From the bestselling illustrator of the Growing Hearts series comes a new heartwarming board book about all the wonderful things we see children doWith simple text and bestselling illustrator Christine Roussey's signature whimsical art, a child will hear of all the things their caregivers see them do and love them for with all their heart. Whether it be waking up with a smile, exploring the world around them while they walk, or dancing around the room before bed, with I See You, children will see all the small, remarkable things they do every day. Die-cuts on the cover and throughout the book offer something exciting for little ones to discover on each page in this loving ode to noticing and appreciating the little things in life.

For many years adults have enjoyed and been blessed by the profound thinking and clear writing of Charles Haddon Spurgeon. Now this small padded book allows children to discover this joy for themselves. Following the premise of The Chequebook of the Bank of Faith, prolific children’s author and editor Catherine MacKenzie has adapted Spurgeon’s devotionals to be accessible to today’s 9–14 year olds, allowing a new generation to treasure God’s promises.Each entry finishes with a suggestion for what the reader should do in response to what they have read, and a prayer.

Following on from God’s Promises Kept, Catherine MacKenzie gives us more devotions inspired by Charles Haddon Spurgeon’s Chequebook of the Bank of Faith. By adapting Spurgeon’s daily devotions to be accessible for today’s 9–14 year olds, Catherine MacKenzie encourages a new generation to cling to the promises of God. This small padded book is a treasure trove that would be an idea gift for any child.Each entry finishes with a suggestion for what the reader should do in response to what they have read, and a prayer.

A series of uplifting, funny, warm, romantic, contemporary books from a variety of respected authors on topics that girls will relate to, with characters they relate to and enjoy.The stories are designed for girls from ages 12 through to Young Adult who have a reading age of 6 - 8. This allows readers to tackle age appropriate topics in a clear way while improving literacy skills. The language levels have all been carefully designed to make for accessible reads, without losing any of the joy of a good read. In all cases the content is appropriate for inclusion in any school library.Titles are from authors such as Barbara Catchpole, Anne Rooney and Tony Lee and include topics such as love, social media and war.

In 1831 the Lightfoot family moved to a new house, near the village church. That first Sunday in church, they heard the story of the knight Sir Edward d'Estur, who went off to fight in the crusades, hundreds of years earlier. From that moment, Lucy was captivated, visiting the church often and returning happy, with her eyes shining. So begins a romantic ghost story, linking the past and the present across five hundred years.This historical love story brings together both the past and a wonderful romance, in a warm and uplifting way. As part of the Promises series, this book is ideal for girls who are reluctant readers but want access to books with themes of their age range.

Taylor has had some disastrous boyfriends. There was the smelly computer geek who wrote code all day, and there was the one who only wore Liverpool shirts and was football-mad. But then Taylor meets Josh - he's tall, hunky and drop-dead gorgeous. It's perfect! Then tough-guy Josh gets in trouble and Taylor learns that he's not quite so tough after all.Bringing together themes of love, friendship and everyday life, this book is ideal for girls who aren't able readers but who want to enjoy a book for their age range. The story of romance, coupled with humour and warmth, and told with enticing illustrations, will attract and appeal all readers.

'Are you out of your tiny looney-tunes mind?' That's what Gina's sister says when she finds out that Gina is chatting online with a boy she doesn't know. But Gina loves talking to Chatboy1 - he makes her laugh, he tells her she's clever and he understands her. But Gina's mum refuses to let her meet him in person. Surely Chatboy1 will think Lonelygirl has stood him up. What is she going to do?Bringing together themes of love, friendship and everyday life, this book is ideal for girls who aren't able readers but who want to enjoy a book for their age range. The story of romance, coupled with humour and warmth, and told with enticing illustrations, will attract and appeal all readers.

Lily loves bling - and she loves Mark Ward. He just doesn't know it - yet! But he will, as soon as he opens her love letter to him, filled with shiny, pink glitter. The only problem is, the glitter spills all over him and sticks to him. Everybody starts calling him Glitter Boy. How will Lily win Glitter Boy's heart?Bringing together themes of love, friendship and everyday life, this book is ideal for girls who aren't able readers but who want to enjoy a book for their age range. The story of romance, coupled with humour and warmth, and told with enticing illustrations, will attract and appeal all readers.

Aliya loves taking photos. She talks with a stammer, but who needs words when you can have pictures? Aliya mainly hangs out at the art block, where she gets to meet Ben, whose art is amazing - but he never speaks to her. Then when Aliya looks at her latest series of pictures, she sees a murky figure in the background of many of them. Is she being stalked?Bringing together themes of love, friendship and everyday life, this book is ideal for girls who aren't able readers but who want to enjoy a book for their age range. The story of romance, coupled with humour and warmth, and told with enticing illustrations, will attract and appeal all readers.

Fifteen-year-old Yasmin lives with her parents and six year old brother Ali in a small town in Syria. The country is at war, and after her father is injured in a bomb blast, Yasmin is forced to leave Syria with Ali to find a new life for them both. Her difficult journey takes her through the refugee camps of Turkey, into Greece and ultimately to western Europe. In the face of many terrors and terrible dangers, Yasmin strikes up a romantic friendship with sixteen-year-old Kamal. Can they find peace and safety together?Featuring a warm romantic love story combined with relevant cultural and social issues, this book is idea for the girl who may be a reluctant reader but who wants to read books that are applicable to her age group. As part of the Promises series, this book tells a love story with light-heartedness and warmth, while dealing with real-life issues from a different perspective.

It's 1942, during the Second World War, and France is occupied by the German army. These are dangerous times. Sylvie Duval, 17, forms a close friendship with Jack, an injured British airman her family is sheltering. But Jack is in danger - and he must leave France for his own safety. Sylvie is faced with difficult choices as the man she loves is smuggled out of the country.This historical love story brings together both the past and a wonderful romance, in a warm and uplifting way. As part of the Promises series, this book is ideal for girls who are reluctant readers but want access to books with themes of their age range.

Abi and Erica are from two completely different backgrounds, but they have the same problem; they're in love with their best friend's boyfriend. As they talk online, they try to navigate through each school friendship without hurting their best friend. But their messages grow ever more outrageous. Will they survive their own heartache?Bringing together themes of love, friendship and everyday life, this book is ideal for girls who aren't able readers but who want to enjoy a book for their age range. The story of romance, coupled with humour and warmth, and told with enticing illustrations, will attract and appeal all readers.