Poetry for young people : William Shakespeare

Classic verses about love and jealousy, friendship and betrayal, politics and ambition, and the complexity of human life. William Shakespeare’s verses—illustrated in remarkable paintings—encourage, fascinate, provoke laughter, and inspire deep feelings in readers. His classic lines moves us as much today as when Shakespeare first wrote them, from “Shall I compare thee to a summer’s da…

Winds of change : modern short stories from black Africa

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

0582537657

Collation

89 pages : illustration ; 19 cm

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Call Number

808.83 ACH

Roald Dahl's marvellous joke book

Laugh yourself silly with Roald Dahl's Marvellous Joke Book, filled with over 400 hilarious jokes, limericks and riddles, illustrated by Quentin Blake. Based on Roald Dahl's most famous characters you will be chortling away with Matilda, Charlie, George, The BFG, James and many more! Roald Dahl was full of fun and mischief, and LOVED all kinds of jokes- the sillier the better, like chocol…

Michael Rosen's A to Z : the best children's poetry from Agard to Zephaniah

From Agard to Zephaniah, the very best of children's poetry from the very best of children's poets appears in this wonderful and exciting anthology edited by Michael Rosen, the Children's Laureate. Coinciding with his laureateship and a very welcome public promotion of the need for children's poetry in our education system, this future classic for Puffin will delight readers young and old, and …

Jokes, comic tales & proverbs from Japan

This volume will tickle you with the funny side of evaryday life in old Japan. You will find gems of Japanese wisdom too, like : Marry a thrifty girl even if you have to wear out your shoes trying to win her. Love sees pimples as dimples.

Extraordinary poetry writing

Describes what makes a good poem, introduces examples of rhyming and non-rhyming poetry, and offers examples of where to find ideas and the right words for the perfect poem.

Roald Dahl scribble book : doodle, write & imagine!

Draw your own Chocolate Factory! Design a fantastic home for Mr Fox! Dream some dreams! Write, draw and imagine your way through this fun collection of creative activities, all inspired by the wonderful world of Roald Dahl.

Twinkle, twinkle, little star

Bestselling illustrator and author Caroline Jayne Church dazzles and shines in the classic lullaby, TWINKLE, TWINKLE, LITTLE STAR. With an eye-catching foil cover that twinkles even on the darkest nights, Caroline Jayne Church's beloved toddlers and stuffed animals become adorable stargazers in this perfect bedtime rhyme.

Poems to grow up with

Poems to Grow Up With is a delightful collection of verses for children aged 6-10. Drawing on the everyday experiences of Singapore children - their games, observations, fears and fantasies - the author expresses these experiences in verses that are charmingly simple yet recognisably Singaporean in indiom and context. Parents, too, will enjoy reading these poems with their children as many of…

What is a Fairy Tale?

Fairy tales have existed in every culture around the world, teaching children stories of characters in imaginary worlds who undergo hardship but learn to overcome their difficult circumstances. This compelling book covers the basic components that make up fairy tales, as well as the purpose these fantastic tales serve in culture.