An enchanting collection of 12 traditional songs that pays homage to the rich cultural heritage and multilingual communities of West Africa and the Caribbean. Stories about children playing in the schoolyard at recess, sisters braiding each other’ s hair at the beach, and parents dancing and singing late into the night mesh together thanks to the music. A wide array of styles— nursery rhymes from Gabon, lullabies from Cape Verde, rumbas from the Congo, work songs from Jamaica— are all performed exquisitely by men, women, and children in more than thirteen languages. Luminous artwork and homegrown instruments, such as the djembe, cavaquinho and Peul flute, round off this wonderful celebration of history, language, and culture. Lyrics appear transcribed in their original language and translated to English followed by a world map and extensive notes describing the cultural background of each song. The book also includes a QR code to access the songs online.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 36

Dimensions: 250 x 250 mm

Publication Date: 01-09-2023

Presented in Arabic, Berber and French, this collection of lullabies and nursery rhymes from Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia draws children into a musical journey across North Africa, from the Sahara Desert through the Atlas Mountains to the Mediterranean Sea. In 15 songs about everyday life, children learn of the importance of rain, the communal aspects of meals, and the consequences of inappropriate behaviour. This uplifting, enchanting collection features traditional songs performed by women, men and children, and recorded with indigenous acoustic instruments. Capturing the meeting of ancient and modern styles, it’s an absolute delight to musical ears. Lyrics are provided in Arabic and translated into English, followed by notes on each song’s origin and cultural context. The book includes a QR code to access the songs online.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 36

Dimensions: 250 x 250 mm

Publication Date: 01-09-2023

Zeki and Daddy are off on a hike! They explore the trail, from tall trees to tiny leaves and everything in between. Zeki gets up close to nature – he finds smooth stones, delicate feathers and slow snails! An exciting day of discoveries and an energetic companion to Zeki Goes to the Park.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 24

Dimensions: 185 x 200 mm

Publication Date: 29-09-2023

This black-and-white book series has been specially designed for toddlers. According to Maria Montessori’s theory – the world-famous Italian pedagogist – before infants are able to clearly see colours, they respond to the strong contrast between black and white, which makes this the perfect first book series for brain and vision development. This series would provide over 64 exercises for babies during their visual sensitive period. Slide-and-pull tabs make these books even more joyful, attractive and unique on the market!

Bind: hardback

Pages: 12

Dimensions: 150 x 150 mm

Publication Date: 28-09-2023

This black-and-white book series has been specially designed for toddlers. According to Maria Montessori’s theory – the world-famous Italian pedagogist – before infants are able to clearly see colours, they respond to the strong contrast between black and white, which makes this the perfect first book series for brain and vision development. This series would provide over 64 exercises for babies during their visual sensitive period. Slide-and-pull tabs make these books even more joyful, attractive and unique on the market!

Bind: hardback

Pages: 12

Dimensions: 150 x 150 mm

Publication Date: 28-09-2023

Bee, Alice and Cleo have entered the prestigious Think League Challenge and Bee is determined to win. However Alice and Cleo don't seem to be taking the competition as seriously as her, and her own family are more interested in her role as bridesmaid at her aunt's upcoming wedding.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 208

Dimensions: 129 x 198 mm

Publication Date: 15-09-2023

Six women tried and convicted for a crime of their times. Six incredible true stories spanning five centuries: the pirate, the highwaywoman, the con woman; the poisoner, the fraudster and the gangland boss. Wicked? Wayward? Wronged? Read about their terrible crimes and then decide for yourself whether these women received a suitable punishment.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 278

Dimensions: 129 x 198 mm

Publication Date: 15-09-2023

How did our Maori ancestors use mushrooms? What are some of the astounding ways that fungi can help us? Why do mushrooms glow? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this book for tamariki about the magical world of fungi. Help your child build a natural connection to the taiao by journeying to the forests of Aotearoa and discovering the amazing kingdom of fungi that dwells there!

Bind: paperback

Pages: 51

Dimensions: 210 x 298 mm

Publication Date: 28-10-2023

What’s missing from the world of children’s books? A book about how a book gets made! This behind-the-scenes exploration features colorful and quirky double page spreads that depict every stage in the life of a book. Young readers will learn why an editor’s to-do list is so long; what’s important to a book designer; how a book gets sold to libraries and stores; and what a printing press looks like. They’ll discover jobs they might not have known about, including literary critics, librarians, and sales representatives. And they’ll learn about topics beyond publishing, such as fan fiction, ebooks and audiobooks, and book collecting. Most of all, they’ll realize how the book they are reading actually came to be made. Perfect for readers to peruse on their own or with their favorite grown up, this book is the first of its kind—a perfect complement to every young booklover’s library.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 48

Dimensions: 223 x 300 mm

Publication Date: 05-09-2023

Water is our planet’s most important resource, yet it’s easy to overlook its significance in our daily life. This kaleidoscopic journey across the planet offers fascinating insights into how water is connected to the air we breathe, the food we eat, and how our own actions can upset the delicate balance of its cycle. Readers will learn about how water journeys from ocean to sky to mountains, rivers, soil and back again; how water purification works; the flora and fauna of the rainforest; cloud formations and the weather they predict; natural phenomena such as the tiger bush; why rivers flood; what causes a tsunami. Presented in lively and engaging double-page spreads, each topic is explored with quirky illustrations, trivia, and sidebars that encourage further exploration and experimentation. Best of all, it makes young readers aware just how deeply entwined their futures are with the health of our planet’s water

Bind: hardback

Pages: 60

Dimensions: 240 x 320 mm

Publication Date: 05-09-2023