Country & Ethnic

A lonely old woman adopts, cares for, and raises a polar bear as if he were her own son in this retelling of a traditional Inuit folktale.When jealous villagers threaten the bear's life, he is forced to leave his home and his "mother.""The story gives a...

Ten of Australia's ancient aboriginal legends, authentically and elegantly retold and illustrated by one of the most well-known artists working in the tradition. Discover how Great Mother Snake created and peopled the world with plants and creatures,...

Autumn has arrived! Pippa and Pelle can't wait to play with their colourful kites. The wind blows their kites high into the sky and golden leaves swirl around their heads. What other adventures will the season bring?Daniela Drescher's unique illustration...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781580138512Author Linda LoweryFormat PaperbackPage Count 48Imprint Kar-Ben Copies LtdPublisher Kar-Ben Copies Ltd

Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that...

In this world tale from Mexico, a cheeky rabbit tries to outwit a crab, but the crab proves she is better at being crafty. This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills,...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.AwardsShort-listed for Rebecca Caudill Young Readers Book Award 2001 and Colorado Blue Spruce Award 2001 and Colorado Blue Spruce Award 2003 and Massachusetts Children's Book Award...

A beautifully designed, deluxe edition of Poonam Mistry's CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal shortlisted title. This special Deluxe edition features a newly illustrated cover printed on a satin silk finish book cloth, with gold detailing and edges. Have you...

Inspired by an Ethiopian folk tale, Gloria's Porridge shows young children how one act can cause a chain reaction and affect other people's lives. When Cat wanted some of Gloria's porridge, he ignored her saying no and ate it all. Gloria then scares Cat...

My Stars: Leo is a perfect gift for children born between 23rd July and 22nd August. Children will learn all about their star sign, including: Science: Children will discover their constellation in the night sky and a die-cut finger trail to trace.Myth:...

A mini gift edition of Elsa Beskow's classic story.A mysterious orange egg has fallen into the woods. "It's a sun egg!" declares the elf who finds it nestled on the forest floor. Soon she and her friends find out what it really is, but not before the...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781338797275Author Brandon HobsonFormat PaperbackPage Count 224Imprint Scholastic USPublisher Scholastic US

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781961493827Author K J KaschulaFormat PaperbackPage Count 310Imprint Brave Healer ProductionsPublisher Brave Healer ProductionsSeries Brave KidsWeight(grams)...

For thousands of years, Chinese storytellers have delighted listeners with stories about the value of virtues like honesty, respect, courage and self-reliance. Chinese Folktales collects nineteen of these fantastic tales, some of them dating back to the...

Meet Pippa and Pelle, two friendly little elves who live in a cosy, moss-covered home. On a sunny day they say hello to animal friends and learn about their homes -- the snail in its shell, the butterfly in the meadow, and the beetle beneath the leaves...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781781391082Author Eleanor FarjeonFormat HardbackPage Count 324Imprint Benediction ClassicsPublisher Benediction ClassicsWeight(grams) 646gDimensions(mm) 229mm...

Chinese Myths and Legends is a wonderful collection of seven classic Chinese stories that make for great reading adventures. From the stories of Pan Gu and Nu Wo, creators of the world, to Bai Su-Tzin, a snake who took on human form and found true love,...

A lucky little girl is invited by the flower fairies to join them for their Midsummer festival. Gathering around Queen Rose, all the flowers and bumblebees and birds tell their enchanting stories, while Pea-blossom and the Dew-cups serve refreshments...

Elin's family have an important responsibility: caring for the fearsome water serpents that form the core of their kingdom's army. So when some of the beasts mysteriously die, Elin's mother is sentenced to death as punishment. With her last breath she...

Book Band: Grey - Ideal for ages 8+ A magical retelling of the story of the legendary Welsh bard Taliesin, perfect for fans of The Wizards of Once and The Firework Maker's Daughter. On the most magical day of the year, the unluckiest man in the...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781946270382Author Pal0asha BazgerFormat PaperbackPage Count 40Imprint Hoopoe BooksPublisher Hoopoe Books

Welcome to the Land of Fairies, a hidden magical world where you'll meet kind and joyful fairies and their animal friends. Each fairy is special -- you'll find them greeting springtime flowers, dancing on midsummer's night, watching over the night...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486405537Author Hugh Vernon-JacksonFormat PaperbackPage Count 64Imprint Dover Publications Inc.Publisher Dover Publications Inc.Series Children'S Thrift...

Mexican folktales invite us into a magical world of enchantment and transformation, populated by cats and kings, priests and tricksters, ordinary people and supernatural beings, in this vibrant collection. Drawing from authentic sources, folklorist Neil...

Take a magical tour around the world with these four fairy tales from the Once Upon a World board book series-now available together in an enchanting collection!Read along as Snow White flees her castle in Japan and meets seven mysterious dwarves and...

Hamish and Mirren live in a quiet farmhouse by a beautiful loch in Scotland. Quiet, that is, except for the talking sea urchin, singing sand, hungry fairies, sad bogle and grumpy witch! This delightful collection of stories is a true Scottish children's...

An unforgettable collection of twenty dramatic tales of Persian deities and heroes, both mortal and immortal, fighting in the name of goodness, chaos, beauty, love, and evil. You ve heard of mythological characters like Theseus, Medusa, and Thor, but...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781550746693Author Aubrey DavisFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Kids Can PressPublisher Kids Can Press

Encounter magical shamans, mighty eagles and terrifying beasts in this lavishly illustrated, adaptation of the classic Finnish epic.This superb prose retelling of Finland's national folk saga is brought to life with exquisitely detailed artwork of...

From the award-winning author of The Silver Road comes a new tale of contemporary Ireland and ancient myth . . .When Ben and his family have to leave Dublin and move into the remote house where his mother grew up, he's not optimistic about what lies...

"Filled with now-familiar favorites, along with lesser known yet equally delightful tales, this enduring collection presents stories to enchant and enlighten young readers." -- School Library JournalFrom singing turtles and flying farmers to a weeping...

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...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781068338762Author Georgina SimmonsFormat PaperbackPage Count 216Imprint JOBA LtdPublisher JOBA LtdSeries The Chronicles of Jozzie TaylorWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780486417110Author W.Jenkyn ThomasFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint Dover Children'sPublisher Dover Publications Inc.Series Dover Children's...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781802581874Author Karin CelestineFormat HardbackPage Count 48Imprint Graffeg LimitedPublisher Graffeg LimitedDimensions(mm) 200mm * 200mm * 9mm

A bright, vibrant picture book retelling of a traditional Aboriginal fire myth from Northern Australia. "I'm boss for Fire," growls rough, tough Crocodile Man, and he keeps the rest of the world cold and dark - until one day clever Bird Woman sees her...

Indonesian Children's Favorite Stories contains a charming selection of traditional tales from the rich store of Indonesian lore and legends.These beautifully illustrated stories, retold for an international audience, provide children with insight into...

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781068585708Author Abdul Qader IsmailFormat PaperbackPage Count 40Imprint Abdul Qader IsmailPublisher Abdul Qader Ismail

Apologies but we at SciFier don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Caldecott Medal Winner.Book InformationISBN 9780698113824Author YOUNGFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint PuffinPublisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 122g

A mysterious orange egg has fallen into the woods. "It's a sun egg!" declares the elf who finds it nestled on the forest floor. Soon she and her friends discover what it really is; but not before the sun egg is lost and little elf begins a wonderful...