In a world where magic is forgotten and unicorns walk the earth unseen, a young girl discovers she is a Unicorn Seeker - able to see unicorns and feel their magic. But while these exciting powers bring adventure, they also bring danger...
" Harper and the Fire Star is a wonderful celebration of music and the arts. With warm, likeable characters, fantastic illustrations and a large dose of magic this is a perfect first chapter book for independent readers." —Story SnugHarper and her friends want to help the Wild Conductor win back his place in the magical Circus of Dreams. They put on a wondrous show, but their plan goes horribly wrong. Instead of the Wild Conductor, the ringmaster selects Harper to show off her incredible musical skills for the world to see.But once inside the circus, Harper learns of the Fire Star, a girl with her own extraordinary gift. She shines like a star whenever she hears music.And Harper may have figured out why . . .The fourth book in the Harper series continues to spin tales of whimsy and wonder for Harper and her friends. Full of friendship, music, and magic, and featuring a diverse cast, brought to life through stunning illustrations, this is a book to be shared and treasured.
In this stylishly illustrated biography anthology, meet 30 artists, thinkers, athletes, and activists with disabilities, from past and present. From Frida Kahlo to Stephen Hawking, find out how these iconic figures have overcome obstacles, owned their differences, and paved the way for others by making their bodies and minds work for them. These short biographies tell the stories of people who have faced unique challenges that have not stopped them from becoming trailblazers, innovators, advocates, and makers. Each person is a leading figure in their field, be it sports, science, math, art, breakdancing, or the world of pop. Challenge your preconceptions of disability and mental health with the eye-opening stories of these remarkable people: Ludwig van Beethoven, Gustav Kirchoff, Henri Matisse, Eliza Suggs, Helen Keller, Frida Kahlo, John Nash, Stephen Hawking, Temple Grandin, Stevie Wonder, Nabil Shaban, Terry Fox, Peter Dinklage, Wanda Diaz Merced, Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah, Dr Victor Pineda, Farida Bedwei, Stella Young, Lady Gaga, Arunima Sinha, Naoki Higashida, Isabella Spingmuhl Tejada, Aaron Philip, Catalina Devandas Aguilar, Redouan Ait Chitt, Jonas Jacobsson, Trischa Zorn, Ade Adepitan, and Nick Jonas.
This book brings together 34 disabled artists, thinkers, athletes and activists from past and present.
Crafted by a beloved CBeebies presenter, this lyrical tale enchants readers with its poetic prose and imaginative storytelling. The narrative weaves together themes of wonder and discovery, inviting audiences into a vibrant world filled with captivating characters and enchanting adventures. The author's unique style and engaging voice make this a delightful read for children and adults alike, fostering a love for literature through its charm and creativity.
In a quest to capture a mythical Ice Raven, known for its enchanting song that softens hearts, Harper and her friends embark on an adventurous journey. The Wild Conductor aims to use the Raven's magic to form the ultimate orchestra. This third installment features captivating illustrations that enhance the magical atmosphere of their expedition.
Elodie Lightfoot and her friends are Unicorn Seekers. They can seeunicorns, feel their magic and, most importantly, are determinedto protect them. So when a snow-white unicorn with a blue mane appears running throughthe streets of south London, they know something is wrong.
An enchanting tale of miraculous escapes, starlit carnivals, and magnificent ice bears-set in the magical frozen north.
The Faraway Wood is full of twisting thorns and sharp teeth. Stirring with myth and music. It's the perfect place for bandits, thieves and secrets to hide. Until a prince goes missing. Lilac is a strong girl, happy with her found family, yet searching for her sister. Clover is a determined girl, eager to find what's been lost to her, though scared to leave her village. Hester is a smart girl, one step ahead of trouble, and ready for adventure. Together, they will unite the realm.
Mia has come to live with her Grandma in a land of forests and snow. It isn't at all like her old life in the city, and at first she feels very different from the new children she sees. But when she watches the snow falling around her one night, Mia realises that she is just like one of the snowflakes - unique and perfect in her own way.
Silverthorne is a place of secrets and stories. A forest full of twisting paths and tangled thorns. A castle with locked towers and murmurs of tragedy. A village trapped between terrors known and whispered. And something is stirring in the leaves . . . Saffy is a good girl, tired of being told to stick to the forest paths, and always follow the rules. Aurelia is a hidden girl, locked in a castle tower, dreaming of escaping the fate she's told awaits her. Wild Roseis a fierce girl, raised by wolves, full of spells and fearlessness and cunning. Together, they will change Silverthorne forever.
The Songs of the Sea festival is about to start, but disaster has struck! The royal musicians will be performing, but all their instruments have disappeared... Harper and her friends use her flying umbrella to come to the rescue, and that very night they start hearing beautiful music coming from Melody Bay. Will they have the courage to walk along the pitch-black smugglers' tunnels passing under the sea to find out who has stolen the instruments? A captivating adventure story all about friendship, creatures of the sea and magic.
Mia's journey unfolds as she adjusts to life with her Grandma in a snowy, forested landscape, contrasting sharply with her urban upbringing. Initially feeling out of place among the local children, a moment of reflection under falling snow leads her to embrace her uniqueness. This realization fosters her sense of belonging and self-acceptance, highlighting themes of individuality and the beauty of differences.
The final book in the magical Unicorn Seekers series by BBC disabilityambassador, Cerrie Burnell!Elodie and the Unicorn Seekers must race through the winding canalsof Venice to save Delphi from a terrible fate.
Once there was a girl named Harper who had a rare musical gift. She heard songs on the wind, rhythms on the rain, and hope in the beat of a butterfly’s wing. Harper lives in the City of Clouds, an enchanting place where it rains every day and an umbrella is always a good idea. With her Aunt Sassy, her beloved cat, Midnight, and all of her neighbors in the Tall Apartment Block, every day is full of possibility. But when every cat in the city goes missing—including Midnight—Harper is determined to find all of the precious pets. And she’ll need a magic, flying umbrella to help in her search. Recruiting friends from her building to help, the magic umbrella whisks them into the sky on the trail of the cats and adventure. They stumble on the Midnight Orchestra—tabbies on triangle, Siamese singing, Persians on piccolo—all under the direction of its fearsome, wild conductor. But can the group use their talents, quick thinking, musical skill, and a little magic to stage a rescue like no other? Harper and the Scarlet Umbrella is a spellbinding tale of friendship, music, and magic featuring a diverse cast, brought to life through stunning illustrations. A perfect book to be shared and treasured.
„Wozu brauche ich Füße, wenn ich Flügel habe?“ - Frida Kahlo 34 trendig illustrierte Kurz-Biografien von Persönlichkeiten aus Geschichte und Gegenwart. Ihre faszinierenden Lebensläufe zeigen, dass eine Behinderung oder chronische Krankheit einen Menschen nicht festlegt. Es ist Teil der Persönlichkeit und nur ein Teil dessen, was sie als großartige Künstler, Sportler, Wissenschaftler oder Aktivisten ausmacht. Das breite Spektrum an Behinderungen, chronischen Leiden und psychischen Krankheiten, das hier gezeigt wird, ist ein Plädoyer für mehr Repräsetnation, Inklusion und Toleranz. Mit Porträts von Lady Gaga, Ludwig van Beethoven, Frida Kahlo, Demi Lovato, Stephen Hawking, Dynamo, Lil Wayne, Stevie Wonder, Abraham Lincoln, Peter Dinklage, Henri Matisse, Helen Keller, John Nash, Matt Haig, Temple Grandin und vielen mehr.
Kouzelný příběh o velké statečnosti, odvaze a kamarádství. Víte, že mezi námi žijí lidé, kteří mají schopnost vidět pro ostatní neviditelné jednorožce? A právě mezi takové patří Ella, stejně jako její maminka a prababička. Jejich úkolem je chránit tyto vznešené tvory před nepřáteli. Vydejte se s Ellou a jejími kamarády na cestu s cílem dovézt do bezpečí Astru, nádherného černého jednorožce. Jejich cesta je zavede přes Skotsko a Amsterodam až do Prahy na Karlův most. Podaří se dětem zachránit Astru před jejími pronásledovateli?
Ein magisch-musikalisches Mädchenabenteuer für alle Fans von Mary Poppins! Die kleine Scarlet ist glücklich: Sie lebt mit ihrer Großtante und ihrem geliebten Kater Mitternacht in der Wolkenstadt. Aber dann verschwindet Mitternacht. Als Scarlet ihn sucht, erfährt sie, dass auch alle anderen Katzen in der Nachbarschaft verschwunden sind. Oje. Jetzt braucht Scarlet die Hilfe ihres roten Zauberschirms, mit dem sie fliegen kann und der sie und ihre Freunde an verborgene Orte geleitet. Mit entzückenden Bildern von Laura Ellen Anderson
Nowa magiczna seria popularna w kilkunastu krajach. Wspaniały początek czytelniczej przygody dla młodych odbiorców, pełen zwrotów akcji i zabawnych ilustracji. Hania i Szkarłatna Parasolka Hania mieszka w Chmurnym Mieście z ciocią-babcią Sassy i ukochanym kotem Północkiem. Kiedy Północek znika w niewyjaśnionych okolicznościach, a wraz z nim wszystkie koty z okolicy, Hania przekonuje się, że tylko jej czarodziejska Szkarłatna Parasolka pozwoli jej go odszukać… Parasolka unosi Hanię prosto w niezwykłą przygodę. Dziewczynka odnajduje koty, lecz także Północną Orkiestrę i jej Szalonego Dyrygenta… Hania i Cyrk Marzeń Hania wraz z przyjaciółmi frunie na czarodziejskiej Szkarłatnej Parasolce, gdy nagle dostrzega dziewczynkę, która biegnie po zawieszonej wysoko w powietrzu linie. Prowadzi ona dzieci do urzekającego Cyrku Marzeń, unoszonego w przestworzach przez balony. Przyjaciele spotykają na swej drodze cyrkowego piekarza, syrenę i zagadkową wróżbitkę, a jednocześnie zaczynają odkrywać tajemniczą przeszłość Hani… Piękne książki o przyjaźni, rodzinie i o tym, jak ważne są przygody.
