Fagbøger for børn og unge: litteratur, bøger og forfattere

Henry is not really into books, but all that changes when he enters Griselda Snook's Halloween-themed bookstore.

"In the darkness, something opened its eyes. The town of Haywood, New Jersey, has a secret. A wish monster. Violet Park discovered its cave by accident, and the wish monster granted her deepest desire by bringing her dog Midnight back to life. It even erased everyone's memory of his death. Life was perfect. But then an unremarkable boy named Hudson Causeway somehow remembered Midnight had died. That scared Violet. What if he ruined everything? Even worse, what if the wish monster wasn't as innocent as it seemed? Deep down, Violet knew: No wishes are made without consequences, and every monster needs to be fed.--

"Alfonso and Abuela love to spend Saturday afternoons finding books at the library and reading them together beneath their favorite oak tree. But when their beloved tree is cut down, can Alfonso transform the stump into something magical for their whole community -- their very own neighborhood library? ... Shows us how to turn an unexpected setback into a happy ending: one with a beautiful sky-blue door and shelves filled with books for everyone to enjoy."--

Full of delightful fairy tales, charming poems, and engaging stories, the My Bookhouse series for children was published in the 1920s by Olive Beaupré Miller as a six-volume set. The books contained the best in children's literature, progressing through a carefully graded order, from the simplest poems and stories to those that are more complex. Miller set high standards for the books: "First,-To be well equipped for life, to have ideas and the ability to express them, the child needs a broad background of familiarity with the best in literature. "Second,-Stories and rhymes must be selected with care that the child may absorb no distorted view of life and its actual values, but may grow up to be mentally clear about values and emotionally impelled to seek what is truly desirable and worthwhile in human living. "Third,-The stories and rhymes selected must be graded to the child's understanding at different periods of growth, graded as to vocabulary, as to subject matter and as to complexity of structure and plot."The series would eventually include twelve volumes. The original volumes included: Volume 1, In the Nursery (1920) Volume 2, Up One Pair of Stairs (1920) Volume 3, Through Fairy Halls (1920) Volume 4, The Treasure Chest (1920) Volume 5, From The Tower Window (1921) Volume 6, The Latch Key (1921)The series is an ideal teaching aid for parents who want to help their children read well, think clearly, and absorb the most important lessons that literature has to teach.This volume, a facsimile of the original 1921 edition of The Latch Key, features information about how to get the most from the entire My Bookhouse series. It provides fascinating background information about the authors and stories themselves, as well as various indexes to the whole series so that parents and educators can find precisely the story or other information they need:Ideals (by John Dryden)Sketches from the Lives of the Authors (arranged alphabetically)The Interesting History of Old Mother GooseThe Origin of the Folk TalesWhat Is a Myth?Epic Poetry and the World's Great EpicsHow to Judge Stories for ChildrenIndex to Authors, Titles and Principal Characters Geographical IndexHistorical IndexSpecial Subjects IndexIntroduction to Index According to Ethical Theme Index According to Ethical ThemeIt also features the color illustrations included in the original edition of the book and is printed on acid-free, archival-quality paper for durability and long use.

La abuela de Pura siempre tiene una historia que compartir. Canta ÆQui-qui-ri-quâi! para el Seänor Gallo, retumba Borâom, Borâom para el Seänor Zapo, y cuenta la historia de una hermosa cucaracha que se enamora de un ratâon. Pura abraza estas historias con la misma pasiâon con la que los coquâies se aferran a las hojas verdes. Cuando Pura crece y se muda de Puerto Rico a Harlem, consisgue un trabajo en la biblioteca, donde se rodea de historias, pero todas estâan en inglâes. "ÅDâonde estâan el Seänor Gallo y el Ratoncito Pâerez? ÅDâonde estâa Puerto Rico en esas estanterâias?" Pura decide compartir con los niänos las historias de su tierra natal tanto en inglâes como en espaänol.

Chile is a country with a rich geographical diversity, beautiful landscapes, and a wide variety of flora and fauna. Between the majestic Andes Mountain range and the great Pacific Ocean, you will find truly amazing natural treasures. Join little Roxy on her adventure through Chile from North to South and discover with her all the beauty found in this southern corner of the world.

Based on a true story, this picture book follows a vintage VW pickup truck that embarks on a new adventure to share the joy of reading as the Book Bus.

"Interested in writing but don't know how to get started? Love reading and want to know more about how stories are created? Like ridiculous tales about troublesome sisters, peanut butter and steamrollers? Look no further! Esteemed writer Richard Scrimger is here to answer all your burning questions about writing: whether about plot, character, structure, story hooks or commas. (Actually, don't ask him about commas, it's not that kind of book.) Using clever (so he thinks) analogies, (sort of) brilliant examples and funny (well . . .) anecdotes, he will give you (truly) useful tools to start you on your way as a writer. And if that's not enough, comic illustrations by D. McFadzean are the pepperoni on the writing pizza! (That will make sense once you read the book.) So come, read this book and start your writing journey!"--

"A young boy learns to care for his own plant, proudly taking after his gardener father"--

An ode to childhood classics that celebrates the companionship books offer throughout all stages of life.

“Reading Together captures the sweet moments when the love for literature brings a family together.” —Andrea Tripke, children’s book author and illustratorDiscover the magic of reading together with this story of a family’s love for picture books and the moments of laughter, imagination, and connection they share. Filled with playful illustrations and fond memories from classic children’s tales, this book takes you on a nostalgic journey through childhood, when the joys of discovering new stories together create bonds that last a lifetime.Whether you're a parent looking to relive the magic of reading with your child, or simply a lover of picture books, this book is a must-read for anyone who values the bond of family and the power of storytelling.

Come learn about the oldest operating library in existence, which was originally founded by a Muslim woman in 859!

An exquisite picture book biography of one of the most beloved children's authors of all time, Frances Hodgson Burnett, author of The Secret Garden.

This book of poems is based on different situation's with mental health and illness. My thoughts are a kaleidoscope is designed to uplift and help those overcome mental health while enjoying a good read.

The Grunions' house had many doors. But there was one door, that had never been opened before! The door that had never been opened before was built closed shut, locked tight, and never opened for a reason. A reason that nobody knew. Geraldine opened every door she ever found. Geraldine opened every door and went everywhere and met everyone and did EVERYTHING. Everything, except ONE THING. Geraldine had never opened the Door that had NEVER been opened before . . . NOT yet! The Door That Had Never Been Opened Before is a contemporary look at a timeless question--with hints of Shel Silverstein and a smattering of Edward Gorey. Fantastically illustrated with dipped pen-and-ink cutout art, photographed in a three-dimensional stage diorama and hand-colored, this children's picture book is a HIT from the talented Mrs. & Mr. MacLeod. Hardcover picture book; 48 pages; 8.5 x 10.9 in.

"The unlikely true story of why we know the name William Shakespeare today, and the four-hundred-year-old book that made it possible. Four hundred years ago, no one bothered to write down the exact words of stage plays. Characters' lines were scribbled on small rolls of paper (as in, an actor's role) and passed around, but no master script was saved for the future. The main reason we've heard of Romeo, Juliet, Hamlet, and Shakespeare himself is that a group of people made the excellent choice to preserve the plays after the Bard died. If they hadn't created the book known as the First Folio, Shakespeare and his works would surely have been lost to history. Part literary scavenger hunt (the search for every existing First Folio continues today), part book trivia treasure trove, and part love letter to Shakespeare, this behind-the-scenes, sharply funny true story is an ideal introduction to the Bard and his famous plays"--

I have written songs and books, so can you... I wrote this book of songs to share my knowledge with everyone around the world, not to get rich or famous. This has been my dream. Writers like me write books to share our thoughts with everyone. When you read this book, you have a few good options. You can use our knowledge to make you a better person and develop your mind. George Speck was the one who invented the first potato chip. How many companies have used the same idea in different ways? I just want you to know the world is waiting for you to share your own ideas. Never give up trying. The harder you fall, the stronger can become if you get back up on your feet. Don't let anyone limit your goals, including yourself. Use both your mind and your heart together as they work together to lead you in the same direction so there is no confusion. Don't forget failure means you just need more knowledge, more ways, and more options. You are the only one who knows what your goals, dreams, talents, and knowledge mean to you. Share what you have learned and learn from others as well. You shouldn't let anyone make you doubt yourself. Hubert Severe is a Haitian and has been in the United States of America for twenty years. He worked at hotel laundry facilities in Florida for over 15 years. He is now working in New York as a delivery service. Hubert loves watching cartoons and doing housework like cooking and cleaning. Hubert also loves to help and share with everyone. He is a family guy and loves to do things and spend time with his family.

Nobel Prize winner José Saramago tells a quiet and poetic story, an excerpt from his book Small Memories, of a lasting childhood experience of simple, soulful joy. The narrator's memories of a lost childhood paradise focus on two glorious days when he helped his uncle take some piglets to the market in Santarém. They traverse dusty roads, sleep in a barn and awake to a miraculous moonglow, and hear the animals in their “infinite conversations.” The journey, the night, the wind, the light. . . . This poetic story is an unforgettable adventure narrated by José Saramago and presented alongside Armando Fonseca’s fanciful and evocative illustrations.A very special gift for readers of all ages.

¿Cómo encontrará AJ su camino a la biblioteca en su nuevo vecindario? Con la ayuda de Mamá, AJ hace un mapa. En el camino, él descubre qué hace que su nuevo vecindario sea especial y cómo encontrar el camino de regreso a casa.