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An iconic German comic creation makes its children’s-book debut: a funny and heart-warming picture book about courage, belonging and the superpower of being different, for ages 4 and up!
- A much-loved character enters a new arena: Germany’s popular comedian Otto Waalkes brings his iconic Ottifants to life in his first children’s book.
- An empowering message of self-acceptance: Karl’s journey shows young children that being different can be a strength and encourages them to follow their own path.
- Humour, adventure and heart: encounters with Giraffe, Leopard and other animals turn Karl’s search for belonging into a lively read-aloud adventure with plenty of opportunities for shared laughter.
Karl, the little Ottifant, grows up surrounded by elephants who love him, even though he has always felt somehow different. His extraordinary trunk trips him up, ties itself in knots and can bend and stretch in the most astonishing ways. When a butterfly leads Karl away from the herd, he sets off on an adventure across the steppe, river and jungle. Along the way, his unusual ‘super trunk’ proves wonderfully useful as he helps Giraffe, Leopard and other animals, and Karl begins to understand that what makes him different is also what makes him special. But an encounter with a whole village of Ottifants raises an even bigger question: where does he truly belong? Otto Waalkes, one of Germany’s best-known and most popular comedians, brings his famous Ottifants to a children’s book for the first time in a warm, humorous story about courage, self-acceptance and finding your own way.
Christmas perfection meets real family chaos: a warm, laugh-out-loud picture book for ages 3 and up from bestselling author Anna Böhm
- A brilliantly relatable festive premise: Tim thinks Christmas is child’s play, but the harder he tries to help, the more spectacularly things go wrong.
- An antidote to Christmas pressure: the story encourages families to let go of perfection and embrace the mishaps that make their own celebrations special.
- Humour for children and grown-ups alike: familiar family disasters, sharp comic timing and Timo Zett’s cartoon-style illustrations capture the chaos of Christmas with warmth and wit.
Why do grown-ups make such a fuss about Christmas? All that cleaning, carrying, cooking, baking, whispering and wrapping cannot possibly be that difficult. This year, Tim is determined to help and show everyone how easy Christmas really is. But the harder Tim tries, the more things go wrong. Before long, the family’s plans for the perfect celebration have descended into glorious festive chaos. From bestselling author Anna Böhm, this warm and funny picture book turns recognisable Christmas mishaps into a celebration of family life and the joy of a perfectly imperfect Christmas.
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Fantasy, humour and seek-and-find discovery come together in a fact-filled fairy adventure for ages 4 and up
- Fairy knowledge meets seek-and-find fun: Children aged 4 and up can explore how fairies are born, where they live, what fairy babies eat and where their wings come from, all presented with humour and imagination.
- Made for discovering together: Richly detailed illustrations filled with 101 fairies encourage children to look closely and keep finding new details, while the funny facts lend themselves naturally to reading aloud.
- A magical continuation of a bestselling series: The successful duo behind 101 Unicorns, Ruby van der Bogen and Alexandra Helm, expand their colourful world of mythical creatures with 101 fairies and plenty of fresh fantastical knowledge.
How is a fairy born, what do fairy babies like to eat, and where do those magical wings actually come from? This playful book treats the secrets of fairy life with all the curiosity of a children's non-fiction title, while its answers are firmly rooted in imagination and humour. Busy illustrations populated by 101 fairies offer countless details to spot and marvel at, giving children plenty to explore while the funny, age-appropriate “facts” make for entertaining shared reading. From fairy homes to the qualities that make these magical beings so special, each scene opens up another corner of their sparkling world. Created by Ruby van der Bogen and Alexandra Helm, the successful duo behind 101 Unicorns, this latest addition continues the bestselling series with its distinctive blend of fantasy, humour, factual-style storytelling and visual discovery.
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- Spellbinding birthday fun with Lisbet: Just before the big celebration, Lisbet’s cat goes missing. A lovingly chaotic search begins, in which young witch fans aged 3 and up can eagerly follow along.
- Lift the flaps, search, and be amazed: Interactive little flaps and detailed illustrations turn the search for the cat into a fantastical, hands-on adventure, with new things to discover again and again.
- A picture book to enjoy again and again: Warm colors, funny details, and a cozy, joyful witch’s world make Lisbet’s birthday adventure the perfect read-aloud and discovery treat for the whole family.
Delight little readers aged 3 and up with this enchanting picture book, featuring interactive lift-the-flap surprises
It’s Lisbet’s birthday, and the little witch is determined to make it a very special day! Since baking isn’t exactly her greatest talent, she sets off for Witch Village to find the perfect birthday cake. But when Lisbet returns home, her beloved cat has mysteriously disappeared. And what kind of birthday would it be without her?
So begins a charming search filled with magical surprises, playful details and plenty of little discoveries along the way. Lieve Baeten’s warm, richly detailed illustrations turn Lisbet’s wonderfully whimsical world into a delightful seek-and-find experience, while interactive flaps invite children to explore, guess and invent stories of their own.
Full of warmth, humor and imaginative details, this enchanting picture book for ages 3 and up turns a birthday mystery into irresistible read-aloud and discovery fun.
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A spirited princess story for ages 4 and up that turns fairy-tale conventions upside down with humour, independence and an irresistible heroine
- A princess who breaks the mould: Isabella would rather climb trees and get her hands dirty than spend her days looking pretty and behaving properly.
- An empowering theme with plenty of humour: Cornelia Funke playfully challenges traditional expectations and encourages children to follow their own interests and stay true to themselves.
- A warm family dynamic: The battle of wills between Isabella and her father develops into an affectionate story about acceptance, compromise and being allowed to choose your own path.
Being a princess sounds wonderful, but Isabella has had enough. Fine clothes, a crown and endless rules are no substitute for climbing trees and having adventures. When her father declares that princesses simply do not climb trees, Isabella refuses to accept that being royal means missing out on everything that is fun.
The king sends his rebellious daughter to the kitchen to peel potatoes and chop onions, expecting her to change her mind. Instead, Isabella loves it. Even a spell in the pigsty fails to make palace life more appealing. With warmth and mischievous humour, Cornelia Funke tells the story of an unconventional princess who knows exactly what she wants and a father who gradually learns to let Isabella be herself.
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A classic pirate adventure turned delightfully upside down: Cornelia Funke’s funny tale of a fearless girl who refuses to be intimidated, for ages 4 and up!
- A strong heroine at the heart of the action: When the fearsome Captain Crumplebeard attacks her ship, courageous Molly proves that even the wildest pirates have met their match.
- From Cornelia Funke: The acclaimed children’s author combines swashbuckling adventure with child-friendly humour, imagination and an empowering message about courage and resourcefulness.
- Pirate fun with a distinctive visual world: Kerstin Meyer’s lively illustrations capture the chaos and comedy of life on the high seas, making the story particularly appealing for reading aloud.
Captain Crumplebeard is the wildest pirate in the world. The mere sight of his ship on the horizon is enough to make honest sailors tremble. But there is one vessel he would have been much better off leaving alone, because on board is a little girl called Molly.
Far from being frightened by Captain Crumplebeard and his unruly gang, Molly stands her ground, turning the familiar pirate adventure into a humorous story about courage and ingenuity. Cornelia Funke’s playful storytelling and Kerstin Meyer’s energetic illustrations create a spirited world of high-seas mayhem in which girls and boys alike can be heroes.
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Big sisters, little brothers and larger-than-life adventures: a warm and funny picture book about courage, imagination and sibling bonds for ages 4 and up
- A wonderfully affectionate take on sibling relationships: little Ben may spend his days protecting his big sister from imaginary dangers, but when darkness falls, he is grateful to have her looking after him.
- Imagination drives the fun: from wild wolves to brave knights, Ben’s make-believe adventures turn everyday life into a world of monsters, danger and heroic rescues.
- Two acclaimed talents combine their strengths: Cornelia Funke’s warm, humorous storytelling is brought to life by Kerstin Meyer’s expressive and witty illustrations.
By day, Ben is the bravest little brother in the world. Some mornings he wakes up as a wild wolf, on others as a fearless knight, ready to defend his big sister against wicked monsters and all manner of imaginary dangers. But when evening comes and the shadows grow darker, things look rather different. Suddenly Ben is very glad to have a big, strong sister by his side. Sometimes he protects her, and sometimes she protects him. With Cornelia Funke’s affectionate humour and Kerstin Meyer’s expressive illustrations, this charming picture book celebrates the give and take of sibling relationships, while offering plenty of imaginative adventure along the way.
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Birthday fun meets gloriously grotty Oggly chaos: a funny, warm-hearted picture-book adventure for ages 4 and up and a perfect addition to the popular series
- Birthday chaos the Oggly way: A brilliantly comic clash between the Blue Oggly’s love of order and his relatives’ gloriously messy life on the rubbish tip.
- Warm-hearted beneath the muck: The story playfully celebrates family togetherness and tolerance, showing how differences can enrich family life.
- Made for shared laughter: Erhard Dietl’s humorous storytelling and lively illustrations make this an accessible read-aloud adventure for children aged 4 and up.
There’s post for the Oggly family: the Blue Oggly is coming to celebrate his birthday with his relatives on the rubbish tip. And he’ll be arriving that very afternoon! There’s just one problem: the Blue Oggly loves nothing more than order, which makes him rather different from the rest of the family. Determined to give him a birthday to remember, the Ogglies spring into action and prepare a suitably grotty party. But can their chaotic celebrations possibly please their rather particular guest? With Erhard Dietl’s trademark humour and lively illustrations, this cheerful birthday story combines the anarchic appeal of the Ogglies with an affectionate message about family, tolerance and embracing differences.
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Knowledge conquers monster fears: a funny, reassuring seek-and-find adventure packed with 101 lovable creatures for ages 4 and up
- Turn monster fears into laughter and curiosity: This playful book reveals that monsters are actually tiny and cute, growing only when they are in a bad mood, and uses humorous “knowledge” to make these imaginary creatures feel far less frightening.
- 101 monsters make every page a discovery: Busy illustrations by Alexandra Helm combine seek-and-find fun with wonderfully absurd details, from cuddle castles under the bed to monsters’ fondness for marble cake with milk.
- A successful series continues: The third title in Ruby van der Bogen’s series following “101 Unicorns” and “101 Mermaids” brings the same mix of imaginative “facts”, humour and visual storytelling to monster fans aged 4 and up.
Did you know that monsters are actually very small and cute? They only grow when they are in a bad mood, perhaps because someone has broken their cuddle castle under the bed or taken away their favourite marble cake with milk. After all, monsters particularly like eating things that begin with M. Ruby van der Bogen turns children’s questions about monsters into a wonderfully inventive collection of imaginary “facts”. With 101 creatures to spot and Alexandra Helm’s colourful, detail-filled illustrations to explore, there is plenty to discover, laugh about and discuss together. At its heart is a reassuring idea: the more children “know” about these funny little creatures, the less frightening they become. Following “101 Unicorns” and “101 Mermaids”, this third title in the successful series combines humour, imagination and seek-and-find entertainment in an appealing read-aloud for ages 4 and up.
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Dinosaur knowledge meets seek-and-find fun: a brilliantly illustrated discovery book packed with 101 prehistoric creatures and fascinating facts for ages 4 and up
- 101 dinosaurs to seek, spot and discover: A lively seek-and-find concept introduces children aged 4 and up to big and small, cute and dangerous, scaly and fluffy prehistoric creatures.
- Fascinating facts with child-friendly appeal: From T. rex babies and dinosaur diets to droppings, extinction and whether dinosaurs might still exist today, entertaining questions turn dinosaur knowledge into an engaging discovery experience.
- Strong credentials and family appeal: Bestselling author Ruby van der Bogen combines read-aloud fun with detailed illustrations and plenty to explore, while the recommendation from Stiftung Lesen provides additional recognition.
Big or small, cute or dangerous, scaly or fluffy: 101 dinosaurs are waiting to be discovered in this bustling seek-and-find adventure. Familiar favourites including Triceratops, Stegosaurus and Velociraptor invite young dino fans to look closely, turn the pages and delve deeper into the prehistoric world. Along the way, bestselling author Ruby van der Bogen answers the questions children really want to ask. How did T. rex babies come into the world? What did dinosaurs eat? What did their droppings look like? What happened to these prehistoric giants, and could dinosaurs perhaps still exist today? Detailed illustrations reward repeated looking, while the wealth of accessible facts adds an entertaining non-fiction dimension. Combining discovering, learning and reading aloud, this Stiftung Lesen-recommended title offers an engaging shared experience for dinosaur enthusiasts aged 4 and up.
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A poetic, deeply comforting picture book for ages 5 and up, helping children explore loss, fear and the enduring power of memories
- Complex emotions handled with exceptional sensitivity: The story gently opens up conversations about sadness, loss and the fear of losing someone, while keeping comfort and connection at its heart.
- A magical journey into the world of feelings: Glowing, shimmering, billowing landscapes give abstract emotions an imaginative form, with Amia von Arenberg’s layered illustrations offering children and adults a sense of security.
- Friendship and memories as sources of strength: Malte and his best pigeon friend Oßkar discover what can sustain us through farewells, creating a story about friendship, remembrance and the beauty of life.
In a street in the middle of streets, a little basket sways gently in the wind. Suspended on a ribbon between three very special friends, Malte, Oßkar and Phia, it carries a letter each day, along with a little happiness.
But when a small accident awakens big fears, Malte and his pigeon friend Oßkar embark on a journey into a wondrous world that glows and glimmers, billows and flickers. Here they encounter a world of feelings, farewells and the things that can stay with us forever.
Poetic and tender, this picture book by Malte Zierden and Amia von Arenberg approaches loss and the fear of it with warmth and imagination, showing how friendship, togetherness and memories can offer comfort when children face difficult emotions.
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- Amusing “knowledge” about mermaids, devised with input from children.
- Super-sized ‘look and find’ format.
- The wonderful diversity of the underwater world - brilliantly illustrated by Alexandra Helm.
Dive into a magical underwater world: a funny, fabulous seek-and-find adventure packed with surprising “facts” about mermaids, for ages 4 and up!
Did you know that mermaid babies are made by mermen Dads? Or that mermaid babies can’t swim from birth, but have to learn to swim at the seahorse swimming school? Their favourite foods are Snow White cake and pineapple pizza. And sometimes mermaids can even fly! This look and find book is an entertaining romp through these and a whole host of other “facts” about mermaids, devised together with children. Dive into the magical underwater world, and let yourself be completely enchanted!
101 unicorns, countless fantastical “facts”: a humorous seek-and-find adventure for unicorn fans aged 4 and up
- Unicorn “facts” with irresistible comic appeal: From babies choosing their own names to glowing horns that can pick locks or help with reading under the covers, the imaginative details give unicorn fans plenty to laugh about and discover.
- Created with children, for children: The humorous variety of unicorns and their fantastical world were developed together with children, giving the concept an authentic sense of playful imagination.
- Discovery fun for ages 4 and up: Seek-and-find scenes combine visual exploration with entertaining unicorn knowledge, creating an engaging experience for young fans, and the book is recommended by Stiftung Lesen.
Did you know that unicorn babies are called “little unicorns” because their horns are still so small? Or that they can choose their own names? In this wonderfully imaginative world, unicorn horns do far more than magic: they can even pick locks or help their owners read under the covers. Conceived together with children, the book transforms their playful ideas about unicorns into delightfully presented “facts”. Humorous characters and busy seek-and-find scenes invite readers to explore, spot amusing details and discover ever more surprising unicorn knowledge. Recommended by Stiftung Lesen, this playful combination of visual discovery, humour and imaginative non-fiction makes an appealing choice for unicorn enthusiasts aged 4 and up.
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Funny, funky and full of heart: a delightfully smelly picture book for ages 4 and up that celebrates being different and learning to like yourself just as you are
- An irresistible comic premise with a big-hearted message: Ülf is a Mouflon who desperately wants to smell just like the others, but inexplicably carries the scent of a flower meadow instead.
- Being different has never smelled so funny: an olfactory quest involving skunks, dung beetles, smelly plants and fruit delivers plenty of child-friendly humour while exploring self-acceptance, tolerance and friendship.
- Bestselling author Carsten Henn’s first picture book combines his playful storytelling with a universal theme, making it an entertaining choice for shared reading with children aged 4 and up.
Ülf is a Mouflon with a problem. More than anything, he wants to stink magnificently, just like the other Mouflons. Every morning he sniffs his feet, his knees and even his belly, only to discover the same disappointing scent: a flower meadow. Determined to change, Ülf sets off on an extraordinary olfactory adventure. His search for the perfect stink takes him to the world’s biggest mud puddle and introduces him to skunks, dung beetles, smelly plants, smelly fruit and even the big poop. Carsten Henn, bestselling author of The Golden Typewriter, turns a deliciously silly subject into a warm story about being different. With plenty of laughs along the way, Ülf discovers something far more important than how to smell like everyone else: he does not need to become a perfectly smelly Mouflon. Being little Ülf is quite enough.
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Surprising forest facts meet big questions about feelings: Peter Wohlleben takes children aged 4 and up on a playful journey into the emotional world of nature!
- Forest knowledge with an emotional twist: bestselling author Peter Wohlleben explores fascinating questions about the inner lives of animals and plants in an accessible way for children aged 4 and up.
- Surprising facts make nature irresistible: ravens that fall in love, tits that fib, dreaming spiders, helpful fungi and empathetic wood mice invite young nature fans to see the forest from an entirely new perspective.
- Facts and storytelling go hand in hand: Fritzi the wild boar accompanies children on a playful journey through the forest, while affectionate illustrations make the complex subject engaging and easy to understand.
Can ravens fall in love? Do spiders dream? And can wood mice empathise when another mouse is unwell? Fritzi the wild boar has never thought about these questions before and is amazed to discover just how much is going on in the forest. Together with forester and bestselling author Peter Wohlleben, Fritzi explores the fascinating lives of woodland animals and plants. Along the way, young nature fans encounter fibbing tits, thirsty trees and fungi that help trees, discovering surprising connections throughout the forest. Combining Peter Wohlleben’s child-friendly nature knowledge with affectionate illustrations, this read-aloud journey encourages children to look more closely at the natural world and develop empathy for the forest and its inhabitants.
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Seven Little Hares, seven delightful family adventures: a warm, funny read-aloud collection for ages 3 and up
- Seven stories, one irresistible family: the collection brings together lively everyday adventures featuring the much-loved Seven Little Hares.
- Perfect for sharing from age 3: funny rhyming texts by Sabine Praml turn familiar family moments, from bedtime and sniffles to rainy days and Christmas, into entertaining read-aloud stories.
- A proven series world with broad appeal: Christiane Hansen’s cheerful illustrations accompany the hares through the seasons, while the series also extends to read-aloud books, games and CDs.
There is never a dull moment with the Seven Little Hares! Whether they are racing off to play hide-and-seek, splashing at the lake, charging through puddles, coping with sniffles, celebrating Christmas or finally tumbling into bed, their bustling family life is full of situations children and parents will instantly recognise. Sabine Praml’s playful rhyming texts combine everyday experiences with humour and energy, while Christiane Hansen’s cheerful illustrations bring the lively hare family to life. Spanning rainy days, summer holidays, Christmas and bedtime, these seven complete stories accompany young listeners through familiar moments all year round. A joyful collection designed for shared reading, laughter and cosy storytime together.
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- New story from our favourite anti-unicorn Kurt
- Kurt comes to the picture book for the first time
- Wittily illustrated by Stephan Pricken
Kurt loves his naps. In the morning after waking up, at noon after eating ... But today Kurt just doesn't get the chance. His friends need help all the time and Kurt has to do so much magic with his water magic that he doesn't even get to take the tiniest nap. It makes you grumpy! But luckily friends help each other out and so Kurt finally gets his well-deserved sleep - and in a very surprising way.
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Festive fun meets an important message about slowing down: a warm and humorous Christmas picture book about stress, mindfulness and togetherness for ages 4 and up
- Christmas stress with a child-friendly twist: Santa Claus is overwhelmed by trying to do everything himself, turning a familiar festive figure into an accessible way to explore stress, mindfulness and the importance of taking a break.
- Together is better: The Christmas elves’ concern and support bring themes of cooperation, happiness and togetherness naturally into an entertaining seasonal story for children aged 4 and up.
- A warm read-aloud for the festive rush: Humour, cuddles and a reassuring message make this a timely family story for sharing during the hectic run-up to Christmas.
Something is wrong at the North Pole. Instead of his usual cheerful “Ho ho ho!”, Santa Claus can only manage a miserable “Boo hoo hoo!” His worried Christmas elves investigate all sorts of possibilities: Is the sleigh broken? Are the reindeer on strike? Does Santa have a toothache, a headache or simply need something to eat? The real problem is one many families will recognise: Santa Claus has taken on too much because he wants to do everything himself. What he needs most is a break, some help and a big elf hug. With plenty of humour and warmth, this seasonal read-aloud introduces children aged 4 and up to the importance of recognising stress, accepting support and making time to pause. A touching Christmas story that combines festive entertainment with a reassuring message about mindfulness and togetherness.
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Seek, spot and giggle: 101 cheeky Christmas elves bring festive magic, mischievous humour and interactive discovery to children aged 4 and up
- 101 cheeky elves to spot and discover: Lively seek-and-find scenes invite children aged 4 and up to explore the colourful, chaotic world of Christmas elves, packed with humorous details and surprising elf “facts”.
- Made for shared festive fun: Funny insights into everyday elf life, elf letters and mischievous pranks make this an engaging read-aloud and seek-and-find experience throughout the run-up to Christmas.
- A strong concept with proven series connections: By bestselling author Ruby van der Bogen, the book builds on “101 Unicorns,” “101 Mermaids,” and “101 Monsters” and pairs naturally with the elf-door Advent calendar “101 Elves Move In.”
What do Christmas elves get up to when no one is looking? How does elf magic work? What happens at the gift-wrapping championship? And why do elves move in with families during Advent, taking up residence behind a tiny door in the wall? Across bustling seek-and-find scenes, 101 mischievous Christmas elves reveal their wonderfully chaotic world. Children can pore over the colourful pictures while discovering amusing “facts” about elf life, from their everyday routines and letters to the pranks these little Christmas helpers love to play. Combining visual discovery with entertaining read-aloud content, this cheerful book captures the popular elf-door tradition in an accessible concept for families with children aged 4 and up. A playful companion for the run-up to Christmas that offers plenty to spot, discover and laugh about together.
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Humour and emotional depth meet in an unconventional picture book about friendship, courage and learning to live with fear, for ages 5 and up
- Fear approached with empathy: Rather than simply overcoming his anxieties, Malte learns to understand them and perhaps even make friends with them, opening up gentle conversations about fear, self-worth and emotional wellbeing.
- An unforgettable friendship: The bond between anxious Malte and city pigeon Oßkar brings warmth and humour to a profound story, showing how a small friend can inspire big changes.
- Authentic and deeply personal: Animal welfare activist Malte Zierden and Amia von Arenberg incorporate autobiographical elements, including social anxiety and a special friendship with a pigeon; the book is recommended by Stiftung Lesen.
Malte lives in a house between many houses, in a flat above many flats. At first glance, he seems perfectly ordinary. But there is something no one can see: Malte is afraid of the world outside his door. The only place he feels truly safe is his bathtub.
Then one day, a pigeon called Oßkar tumbles through the bathroom window and into his life. Oßkar becomes Malte’s best friend and takes him on his biggest journey yet: a journey towards his fears, his feelings and ultimately himself.
Humorous, touching and poetic, this picture book takes children’s anxieties seriously without allowing them to define its young protagonist. Instead, Malte and Oßkar’s unusual friendship creates an accessible and hopeful way to explore courage, empathy and the idea that growing stronger can begin with getting to know the things that frighten us.
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A bestselling non-fiction picture-book series where science meets art: an entertaining and poetic exploration of colour, light and perception for curious readers aged 7 and up
- One small question opens up a whole world of knowledge, connecting the colours of the rainbow with light, waves, the brain and our individual perception of reality.
- Science meets poetry: award-winning science journalist and chemist Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim and award-winning interdisciplinary artist and cultural scientist Marie Meimberg make complex knowledge funny, emotional and engaging.
- Unexpected connections to bananas, clown mantis shrimps, seagulls, otters and love turn scientific discovery into an imaginative journey for children and adults alike.
What colours does the rainbow really have? The answer turns out to be connected to far more than meets the eye. Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim and Marie Meimberg combine their knowledge in answers and pictures, taking readers from light and waves to the excited cones in our eyes and the extraordinary ways our brains create the reality we see.
Along the way, a seemingly simple question leads to clown mantis shrimps and bananas, surfing dreams and boxing pains, seagulls and otters. Because bananas may have a banana shape, but do they really have a banana colour? Blending science, art and poetry, this fascinating non-fiction picture book reveals why our world appears so beautifully colourful and how perception ultimately connects to us as human beings, to whom we love and to the many colours of love.
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Fantasy meets fascinating nature facts: a warm-hearted picture-book adventure about friendship, animals and protecting the natural world for ages 4 and up!
- A magical route into nature conservation: The woodland adventure introduces young children to the value of animals and plants and why they deserve our protection.
- Storytelling and factual knowledge combined: An imaginative quest is interwoven with accessible first facts about the natural world.
- From bestselling author Carina Wohlleben: Her first children’s book brings her love of nature to a young audience through the endearing forest dwellers Cori and Ylva.
Cori and Ylva are tiny, brave and endlessly curious forest dwellers, best friends who share one great wish: they want to be able to talk to the animals around them. When they meet a jay in their ancient beech forest, they set off on an adventure that leads them across a rocky valley, to a farm and on to a large clearing, making new friends along the way.
As their journey unfolds, Cori and Ylva discover that understanding animals does not require a magical language after all. By looking closely and listening with their hearts, they begin to understand the creatures around them. Combining fantasy, friendship and exciting nature facts, bestselling author Carina Wohlleben’s first children’s book encourages young readers to discover, appreciate and protect the natural world.
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A much-loved children’s series tackles homesickness with warmth and trademark humour: a funny, reassuring picture-book adventure for ages 4 and up!
- A relatable emotional theme: Flye’s longing for home helps young children understand that homesickness is perfectly normal and can be eased by friendship, affection and support.
- A new friend for the Ogglies: The high-spirited little dragon Flye joins the colourful world of Smelliville, bringing fresh energy to the Ogglies’ mischievous adventures.
- From bestselling author Erhard Dietl: A new picture-book story in the popular Ogglies series, combining the author’s characteristic humour with themes of friendship and belonging.
The Ogglies have a very special visitor: Flye, a cheeky little dragon from a coral island in the South Seas, has come to spend his holidays in Smelliville. At first, the adventurous guest has a wonderful time with his new friends. But before long, he begins to miss home.
The Ogglies do everything they can to cheer Flye up, but sometimes there really is only one cure for homesickness. Firebottom steps in to take their little visitor home, leaving everyone hoping he will soon return. With plenty of Ogglies humour and an affectionate look at a feeling many young children experience, bestselling author Erhard Dietl turns homesickness into a reassuring story about friendship, belonging and being there for one another.
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Superhero fun meets everyday fatherhood: a warm and witty picture book celebrating dads and their children, for ages 4 and up
- Everyday dad, everyday superhero: Nappy-changing, feeding and playtime become heroic exploits in a cheeky take on the challenges and joys of modern family life.
- A celebration of the father-child bond: Humour and affection combine to highlight the love, patience and commitment behind the everyday role of being a dad.
- A giftable concept with broad appeal: Created for children aged 4 and up, fathers and fathers-to-be, this playful picture book is an ideal choice for Father’s Day, a birth, a birthday or simply as a token of appreciation.
Who drives the hottest ride, masters close combat and wins children’s hearts? Dad, of course! But his superpowers are not reserved for spectacular missions: he needs them for changing nappies, feeding, playing and navigating the hectic realities of family life. With cheeky text and funny illustrations, Dadman. My Dad Is a Superhero turns familiar parenting moments into entertaining superhero exploits. Beneath the playful premise lies an affectionate celebration of the love, patience and close bond between fathers and their children. Funny for superhero fans young and old, this is a light-hearted declaration of love to all the dads who perform their own everyday heroics.
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A warm-hearted picture book about self-acceptance: an encouraging story that celebrates the courage to be different, for ages 3 and up
- A strong and relatable message: Kwiik’s struggle to fit in opens up child-friendly conversations about individuality, tolerance and learning to love yourself.
- Bestselling author Lars Amend teams up with his partner Anahita to bring themes of self-care and mindfulness into an accessible story for young children.
- A story with cross-generational appeal encourages children and adults alike to listen to their inner voice and see being different as something special.
Little rat Kwiik is nothing like the other rats. While they love rummaging through rubbish and prefer everything dirty and dark, Kwiik would much rather smell fragrant flowers, dance and enjoy the sunshine.
The other rats constantly laugh at Kwiik for being different. Kwiik tries hard to fit in, but it becomes increasingly clear that pretending to be like everyone else simply does not feel right. And is being different really such a bad thing? Perhaps it can even be a gift.
Warm, encouraging and accessible, the story explores self-acceptance, tolerance and mindfulness through a lovable little outsider, offering families a natural starting point for conversations about having the confidence to be yourself.
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