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Our World Series

‘A quaint, toddlerfriendly intro to French culture and language’

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

AGES 0–4 | The authors and

illustrators of the Our World Series draw on their lived experiences to create stories that immerse readers in the daily life in each country. With text and artwork developed specifically for babies and toddlers, this series is a just-right introduction to global learning.

— Kirkus Reviews

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NEW! OCTOBER 2023

Our World: China

Our World: Greece

Written by Songju Ma Daemicke and illustrated by Jam Dong

Written by Agatha Rodi and illustrated by Fotini Tikkou

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

NEW! OCTOBER 2023

NEW! OCTOBER 2023

Our World: Ethiopia

Our World: Argentina

Written by Fitsum Tesfaye Habtemariam Written by Aixa Pérez-Prado and and illustrated by Netsanet Tesfay illustrated by Mariana Ruiz Johnson 20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

NEW! OCTOBER 2023

Our World: France

Our World: Australia Written by Maree McCarthy Yoelu and illustrated by Sophie Beer

Our World: Italy

Our World: Brazil

Our World: Mexico

Written by Francesca Di Marzo and illustrated by Naida Mazzenga

Written by Ana Siqueira and illustrated by Ana Matsusaki

Written by Cynthia Harmony and illustrated by Claudia Navarro

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

Our World: Egypt

Our World: India

Our World: Japan

Written by Aya Khalil and illustrated by Magda Azab

Written by Meera Sriram and illustrated by Neethi

Written by Emily Satoko Seo and illustrated by Aunyarat Watanabe

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

Written by Evelyne Holingue and illustrated by Margaux Carpentier 20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

More countries coming soon!

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

Our World: Ireland

Our World: Ukraine

Our World: Columbia

Our World: Kenya

Our World: Nigeria

Our World: Jamaica

Written by Muireann Ní Chíobháin and illustrated by Fuchsia MacAree

Written by Kateryna Yehorushkina and illustrated by Olga Shtonda

Written by Alexandra Alessandri and illustrated by Manu Montoya

Written by Maïmouna Jallow and illustrated by Lulu Kitololo

Written by TBC and illustrated by TBC

Written by TBC and illustrated by TBC

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

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BookTrust Selections

Baby’s Day

Over one million copies sold!

Baby Talk Written by Stella Blackstone BOARD BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available Baby Play Written by Skye Silver BOARD BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available Baby Food Written by Stefanie Paige Wieder BOARD BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available Baby Dream Written by Sunny Scribens BOARD BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

With black-and-white photos of a wide variety of faces and chic, high-contrast design, the Baby’s Day series makes for a stylish, inclusive, lasting gift.

Support social and emotional development with board books that reflect the daily experiences of babies!

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Teach babies about their growing bodies in this new photo board book series. Hello, Body!

NEW Series!

Hello, Feet! Written by Aya Khalil BOARD BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

Hello, Face! Written by Aya Khalil BOARD BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

Hello, Hands! Written by Aya Khalil BOARD BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

Hello, Tummy! Written by Aya Khalil BOARD BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

A perfect companion for the Baby’s Day series

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Fe e l i n g s & F i rs t s s e ri e s A growing series with more coming soon! NEW! AUGUST 2023 By Myself! Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Maribel Castells AGES 1–4 | A toddler humorously asserts her

independence while getting ready in the morning, only to be met with one frustration after another. When she finds an opportunity to help her big sister get dressed, she accepts that they can help each other. Adults and young children alike will delight in this young child’s relatable drive for autonomy. 26 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

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Support growing independence NEW! AUGUST 2023

Help with picky eating!

Too Green!

Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Maribel Castells AGES 1–4 | A young child helps

his Mum and Mama cook a green vegetable soup, but then emphatically refuses to eat it. After carefully watching his parents enjoying the meal, the child finally agrees to taste it and discovers that he likes it after all! Full of humour and sound effects, this adorable and relatable tale offers a positive model for handling food reluctance. 26 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

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Learn to play with others That’s Mine!

Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin

AGES 1–4 | When a toddler in a childcare

AGES 1–4 | Motivated by new

26 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

26 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

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Undies, Please!

Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin

setting takes all the toy animals for herself, she discovers that monopolizing all the toys can be a bit lonely. Will offering one of the animals to another child help bridge the gap?

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Perfect for potty training

undies and Daddy’s support, a relatable toddler adorably navigates the excitement and challenges of learning to use the potty.

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Silly split-page board books make learning so much fun!

Written and illustrated by Nelleke Verhoeff AGES 0–4 | 24 PAGES 165 X 170 MM MIX-AND-MATCH BOARD BOOK

Ketchup On My Sundae

Bruno Builder Bakes Bread

Mix and match foods in this flavorful split-page board book to create dishes that sound delicious . . . or hilariously revolting! This interactive addition to the Mix-andMatch Series will build vocabulary and spark conversations about the flavors and textures of different foods. Explore the sensory experience of eating various foods in a safe, clean way!

Mix and match tops and bottoms of characters in this interactive split-page board book to learn about different jobs — and create fantastical ones! This giggle-inducing addition to the Mixand-Match Series will introduce young readers to many types of work while building vocabulary. The characters in the book defy stereotypes, opening up a world of possibilities for all children.

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Create wacky food combinations!

EARLY LEARNING

Mix - and- Match Series

Critically Acclaimed

Learn about different jobs e

tchup on My Sunda Interior from Ke

‘The book to pick when you want all the toddlers, babies, preschoolers and caregivers within earshot to come to story hour’ — School Library Journal, starred review 1 Smile, 10 Toes

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Young readers can match heads to a variety of tails and legs to compose quirky characters. Each flap presents a new opportunity for counting and learning vocabulary words for body parts!

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Red Hat, Pink Boots Little ones can mix and match tops and bottoms to create hilarious clothing combinations. The split-page format makes it irresistibly fun for children to learn the names of colours and articles of clothing as they style each new outfit.

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NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023

Benita and the Night Creatures Written by Mariana Llanos and illustrated by Cocoretto AGES 4–9 | Benita loves to read in bed but keeps

getting interrupted by a whistling Tunche, a scary Supay and other spooky creatures from Peruvian lore. To the creatures’ disbelief, Benita is so absorbed by her book that she’s not the least bit scared of them. This humorous celebration of bedtime reading puts a global twist on taking the ‘scary’ out of monsters. 32 PAGES 247 X 255 MM PICTURE BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

The creatures are comically unable to scare the protagonist, who is deeply absorbed in her book.

This celebration of bedtime reading puts a global twist on taking the “scary” out of monsters, as a girl rebuffs various scary creatures. 8

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• I ntroduces creatures from Peruvian lore •H ighlights the joy of reading • F eatures a bold heroine

Featuring creatures from Peruvian lore. Written by a Peruvian-born author Mariana Llanos (Run, Little Chaski!) and illustrating team, Cocoretto.

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NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023

Copy That, Copy Cat!

Inventions Inspired by Animals Written by Katrina Tangen and illustrated by Giulia Orecchia AGES 4–8 | From sonar

to snowshoes, discover human inventions that copy things found in nature. The story invites readers to guess the answers to riddles based on rhymes and visual cues that peek through die-cuts. Page turns reveal surprise answers that show how inventions mimic biology, with additional information under flaps. Enjoy lift-the-flap guessing games to reinforce learning!

What is biomimcry?

Sometimes being a copy cat is a good thing! We can study plants and animals to see how they work and make inventions that work the same way. That’s called biomimicry. ‘Bio’ means life and ‘mimic’ means copy.

34PP 220 X 220 MM LARGE BOARD BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

imals!

inspired by an ns io nt ve in to rs de a re g un Introduce yo the riddle and 1. Peek-a-boocu! Ret-ad outs for clues. peek through

the page 2. Guess the riddleal! Tuthrne an swer.

Interiors and illustrations from

Copy That, Copy Cat!

3. Lift the flaps! Learn how it works with simple diagrams and clear explanations.

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to reve

4. Learn more with the endnotes!

Lift-the-flap guessing games reinforce STEM learning.


NEW!

How Starling Got His Speckles Written by Keely Parrack and illustrated by Antonio Boffa AGES 4–8 | Star the starling wants to sing all by himself so that

everyone will look at his beautiful feathers . . . but when a hawk comes hunting, Star discovers that there’s more strength and power in community than in being alone. This thrilling original fable about why starlings flock in murmurations and why their wings have speckles will draw readers in again and again. 32 PAGES 272 X 216 MM PICTURE BOOK

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Explores biological questions like why starlings have speckled wings and why they form murmurations through a fascinating original folktale. To request a PDF contact rights@barefootbooks.com

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Marley’s Pride Written by Joëlle Retener and illustrated by DeAnn Wiley AGES 3–9 | Marley is a little nonbinary kid with big anxieties.

Crowds? Pass. Loud noises? No, thanks. When their Zaza is up for an award at Pride, they want to go to the parade for the first time with their beloved grandparent. But can Marley overcome their fears? Highlighting the joyful experiences of a queer Black family finding community at Pride, this story features endmatter about the history of Pride, a glossary of LGBTQ+ terms, and a list of resources. 32 PAGES 247 X 255 MM PICTURE BOOK

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Features a nonbinary Black child and grandparent and focuses on the queer community’s experience during Pride month.

Celebrates a trans elder receiving an award for their work helping the trans community.

Created by a queer Black r activist author and a quee o Black illustrator who is als . a social justice advocate

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Illustration and design in progress

Ayo’s Adventure!

Across the African Diaspora from Afro to Zulu Written by Ain Drew and illustrated by Erin Robinson AGES TBC | This alphabet book follows Ayo, an African

American boy as he takes a magical journey through space and time to discover cultures and history throughout the African diaspora. 56 PAGES 300 X 255 MM PICTURE BOOK

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Firefly Galaxy Written by Sarah Nelson and illustrated by Estrellita Caracol AGES 3–7 | Sofia and her siblings can hardly

wait for nightfall – Sofia hopes to fill a jar with fireflies! When at last Mars flickers, and the owl begins to hoot, Sofia and her family venture into a dazzling summer night where firefly light is like a glittering galaxy. Lyrical text and gorgeous collage artwork are supplemented by informative endmatter on finding fireflies and protecting their habitats. 32 PAGES 247 X 255 MM PICTURE BOOK

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Features rich, hand-created paper collage artwork by award-winning Argentinean illustrator Estrellita Caracol.

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The Rattlin’ Bog Written by Jessica Law and illustrated by Brian Fitzgerald AGES 3–7 | Ro, ro, the rattlin’ bog, the bog down in the

valley-o! Joining Barefoot’s singalong collection, this rollicking traditional Irish tune sung by a traditional Irish band explores an Irish peat bog where a rattlin’ (Irish slang for “wonderful”) tree contains a rattlin’ nest, which contains a rattlin’ egg, which contains a rattlin’ bird . . . all the way down to a seed of a brand-new rattlin’ tree. Includes notes on Irish peat bogs and the creatures that live there, as well as plant and animal life cycles. 24 PAGES 247 X 255 MM PICTURE BOOK

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Adapted by expert author to explore habitats and the life cycle of plants.

Beloved Irish folk tune illustrated by Irish artist Brian Fitzgerald, and sung and performed by the Speks, Ireland’s first traditional Irish music band for kids.

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Our Nipa Hut

A Story in the Phillippines Written by Rachell Abalos and illustrated by Gabriela Larios AGES 4–8 | Yelena and Papa take care of their traditional Filipino

dwelling – their nipa hut – and it takes care of them. But when a tropical storm roars towards the Philippines, their preparation will be put to the test. Gripping narrative will keep young readers glued to the pages as Yelena, Papa and the nipa hut work together as a family to withstand the storm. 32 PAGES 272 X 216 MM PICTURE BOOK

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Written by a Filipino American author who grew up in the Philippines, the story provides a child’s-eye view of life in a traditional Filipino dwelling.

Yelena and her father must persevere and work together in the midst of uncertainty in order to protect themselves and their home.

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Highlights the childfather relationship and expands on the idea of family by defining the nipa hut as a family member.

e d u c at io n a l e n d n o t es

Endnotes explore information about the Philippines, the role of climate change in natura l disasters, and how nipa hu ts inspired the invention of skyscrapers. To request a PDF contact rights@barefootbooks.com

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A laugh-out-loud, cleverly written, memorable story with a hilarious end ing that kids will want to read over and over.

Written by Cuban American author Nat halie Alonso and illustrated by Colombian artist Natalia Rojas Castro. Old Clothes for Dinner?! Written by Nathalie Alonso and illustrated by Natalia Rojas Castro AGES 4–8 | Magaly enjoys the yummy Cuban food her Abuela has

been cooking since arriving from Havana, but when Magaly’s sweater goes missing, she discovers that Abuela is making ropa vieja for dinner. Old clothes for dinner? Yuck! Magaly needs to hide the rest of her clothes before her family eats them up. Endnotes feature other imaginative names of food around the world, facts about Cuba, Spanish vocabulary, and two delicious recipes for ropa vieja and arroz con leche. 32 PAGES 272 X 216 MM PICTURE BOOK

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Warm depiction of a family adjusting to an immigrant relative coming to live with them; this story about a multigenerational Cuban American family will resonate with families from many different backgrounds.

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I’ll See You in Ijebu Written by Bunmi Emenanjo and illustrated by Diana Ejaita AGES 4–10 | A Catholic girl growing up in the bustling city of Lagos,

Nigeria takes a trip to spend a week with her Muslim extended family in the countryside town of Ijebu to celebrate Eid al-Adha. Her days in Ijebu are filled with celebrations, traditions and special time connecting with family. Breathtaking illustration and poetic writing draws the reader into the sensory experience of celebrating Eid in Nigeria, while detailed endmatter includes information about Nigeria and Eid al-Adha, recipe for Nigerian puff puff and more 32 PAGES 272 X 216 MM PICTURE BOOK

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Offers a glimpse into mo dern daily life in Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa, both in the huge city of Lagos and in the countryside.

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Go on a sensory adventure with birds! NEW! AUGUST 2023

Follow the Flyway

The Marvel of Bird Migration Written by Sarah Nelson and illustrated by Maya Hanisch AGES 3–9 | In this lyrical STEM gem, follow

Sarah Nelson lives in Minnesota, USA, along the Mississippi Flyway, where she loves watching ducks flap and egrets glide. When she is not writing, she teaches English to adult immigrants and refugees. Sarah writes lyrical picture books on nonfiction topics, including the I Like the Weather series.

12 bird species as their babies begin their first migration down the majestic flyway. Rhyming, poetic text and detailed, nostalgic illustrations make for an enthralling read-aloud, carrying readers along on the birds’ sensory journey of sights and sounds. 32PP 272 X 216 MM PICTURE BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

Endnotes provide facts about bird migration, s! flyways and bird specie

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NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023 Ganesha Goes Green Written by Lakshmi Thamizhmani and illustrated by Debasmita Dasgupta AGES 5–9 | During her town’s Ganesha Chaturthi festival,

young Prema comes up with an innovative plan to save the river from pollution. Persevering through multiple obstacles, she convinces her friends to help her create natural clay Ganesha statues to replace the plaster ones that harm the river when they dissolve. Created by an author and artist from different parts of India and set in modern-day India, this inclusive tale of activism, ingenuity and sustainability is sure to inspire young readers. 32 PAGES 272 X 216 MM PICTURE BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

Demonstrates the value of persevering through obstacles

Includes instructions for making an earth-friendly statue with homemade sculpting dough!

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NEW! SEPTEMBER 2023

My Cousin’s Mermaid A Story from Poland Written by Anna Staniszewski and illustrated by Ewa Poklewska-Koziełło AGES 6–10 | On a trip to visit her cousin in Poland, a child

initially struggles with not feeling ‘Polish enough’. She finds it hard to understand her aunt’s quick Polish speech and feels embarrassed at her own attempts to speak Polish. When she and her cousin discover their shared love of fairy tales, though, they bond instantly and set off together on an adventure across the city of Warsaw to find Syrenka Warszawska (the Mermaid of Warsaw). Endnotes include Polish words and pronunciations, as well as information about Polish history, Polish fairy tales and Warsaw landmarks. 32 PAGES 247 X 255 MM PICTURE BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

Demonstrates the power of folktales to connect peop le

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NEW! NEW! OCTOBER 2023 Bring Back the Babka! Written by Marilyn Wolpin and illustrated by Madison Safer AGES 3–8 | When brothers search for their mama’s

missing babka in their diverse Jewish neighbourhood, they find other delicious treats and words of wisdom from each household instead. Readers can follow clues in the illustrations to solve the mystery of the missing babka in this heartwarming and humorous tale of community members coming together for Shabbat. Endmatter includes information about Jewish cuisine and 8 traditional Jewish dishes from around the world, as well as a delicious babka recipe. 32PP 272 X 216 MM PICTURE BOOK Rights Sold: All rights available

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nture , A thrilling tale of adve based on a tr ue story! NEW! AUGUST 2023 Stranded!

A Mostly True Story from Iceland

Written by Ævar Þór Benediktsson and illustrated by Anne Wilson AGES 6–10 | Based on a true story, the author humorously

recounts the time his grandfather got stranded with a friend on a brand new volcanic island in Iceland. The adventurers face epic challenges like molten lava, melted eyeglasses and scant supplies before finally getting rescued. Graphic novel-like layouts and spirited text invite readers to search for the one thing that’s not actually true in this thrilling yet light-hearted tale of adventure. Endnotes include information about volcanoes, Icelandic culture and Norse mythology. 32PP 247 X 255 MM PICTURE BOOK Rights Sold: Icelandic

Ævar Þór Benediktsson is one of Iceland‘s most popular authors. He is Iceland‘s first UNICEF Ambassador and is known for launching popular nationwide reading challenges to encourage Icelandic children and teenagers to read more. He is the author of more than 30 books. 24

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Anne Wilson was born on Ascension Island, a volcano in the South Atlantic. Anne has an MA in illustration from St Martins College of Art, London and has been an illustrator for over 20 years.


NEW! ENDNOTES INCLUDE INFORMATION ABOUT:

VOLCANOES

ICELANDIC CULTURE

NORSE MYTHOLOGY

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Weave mindfulness and yoga into their d ay s w i t h t w o s e r i e s d e s i g n e d fo r very young children.

Yoga Tots Series

Written by Tessa Strickland and illustrated by Estelí Meza

Yoga Tots: Brave Bear AGES 2–4 | Invites young children to pretend to be a bear, moving their furry

Each book includes a short yoga routine

bodies into specific yoga poses designed to both energize and inspire bravery. 14 PAGES 165 X 165 MM BOARD BOOK

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Fun, rhyming text on specific yoga poses known for increasing feelings of happiness. 14 PAGES 165 X 165 MM BOARD BOOK the left Yoga Tots: Happy Tiger

AGES 2–4 | Pretend to be a tiger, moving your body into

Rights Sold: All rights available Yoga Tots: Strong Puppy

AGES 2–4 | Move through a child-friendly sun salutation. 14 PAGES 165 X 165 MM BOARD BOOK

Step-by-step instructions on the right

Rights Sold: All rights available Yoga Tots: Calm Bunny AGES 2–4 | Charming illustrations and step-by-step

instructions take little ones through a soothing series of basic yoga poses. 14 PAGES 165 X 165 MM BOARD BOOK

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Interiors from Yoga Tots: Brave Bear and Yoga Tots: Happy Tiger

The term ‘mindfulness’ refers to paying keen attention to your senses and surroundings. Valuable for all ages, regardless of ability, mindfulness is especially useful for balancing emotions and managing anxiety. The themes of mindfulness in our products inspire readers to build relationships, overcome obstacles and open their hearts.


Mindful Tots: Animal Antics AGES 2–4 | Help toddlers focus as they transition from one

Written by Whitney Stewart and illustrated by Rocío Alejandro

Mindfulness for children as young as age 2!

EARLY LEARNING

Mindful Tots Series

activity to the next. This board book uses simple instructions to encourage imaginative play alongside mindful focus. 14 PAGES 165 X 165 MM BOARD BOOK

Rights Sold: All rights available Mindful Tots: Loving Kindness AGES 2–4 | Nurture self-compassion, empathy and inner

peace with a simple loving kindness activity, accessible for children as young as age 2! 14 PAGES 165 X 165 MM BOARD BOOK

Rights Sold: All rights available Mindful Tots: Rest & Relax AGES 2–4 | Encourage little ones to get ready for sleep with a

soothing body scan activity. The straightforward instructions and bright illustrations nurture relaxation and calm. 14 PAGES 165 X 165 MM BOARD BOOK

Rights Sold: All rights available Mindful Tots: Tummy Ride AGES 2–4 | Help toddlers find calm with this age-appropriate

breathing technique. Features soothing ocean wave imagery, cheerful illustrations and simple text. 14 PAGES 165 X 165 MM BOARD BOOK

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Illustrations from Yoga Tots series

Interiors from Mindful Tots: Loving Kindness and Mindful Tots: Animal Antics

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Activity D e c k s Nurture self-care and empathy with activities for mind, body and soul!

BesttBes seller!

Mindful Kids Critically Acclaimed

Over 600K copie

s sold!

50 Mindfulness Activities for Kindness, Focus and Calm Written by Whitney Stewart and illustrated by Mina Braun AGES 4+ | Make any moment mindful from morning to

Award Winner

night with cards designed to fit into each part of the day. Whimsical, full-colour illustrations on both sides of the cards provide easy-to-follow steps for each activity. The cards and 8-page instructional booklet include tips for children of a wide range of abilities, making this one-of-a-kind deck an inclusive tool for nurturing inner peace and strength. DECK OF 50 CARDS W/ 8-PAGE ILLUSTRATED LEAFLET BOX SIZE 185 X 138 X 31 MM

Rights Sold: Turkish, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified), Romanian

The deck contains rds, 5 categories of ca each designed to fit into part of the day!

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BODY & MIND

Build empathy, respect and gratitud e! Kind Kids

50 Activities for Compassion, Confidence & Community Written by Dr. Helen Maffini & Whitney Stewart, and illustrated by Mariana Ruiz Johnson AGES 4–10 | Discover all the forms kindness can take!

50 unique games, crafts and mindfulness activities help kids develop empathy and respect for themselves, their loved ones and the wider world. Written by preschool mindfulness experts Dr. Helen Maffini and Whitney Stewart, the cards include hands-on solo and group activities perfect for home or classroom use and beyond.

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DECK OF 50 CARDS W/ 8-PAGE ILLUSTRATED LEAFLET BOX SIZE 185 X 138 X 31 MM

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ost, Activities use low-c ls or recyclable materia ture. objects found in na

BesttBes seller!

Yoga Pretzels

50 Fun Yoga Activities for Kids & Grownups

Nearly one million copies sold!

Introduction by Baron Baptiste, written by Tara Guber & Leah Kalish and illustrated by Sophie Fatus AGES 4+ | For over 15 years, parents, educators, dance

instructors and more have increased children’s confidence, patience, strength and flexibility with our celebrated Yoga Pretzels activity deck. Whatever your age, size, physical ability or familiarity with yoga, these 50 colourful cards are for you! Practise solo or try partner poses with a friend. DECK OF 50 CARDS W/ 8-PAGE ILLUSTRATED LEAFLET BOX SIZE 185 X 138 X 31 MM

Rights Sold: Spanish, Romanian, Chinese (Simplified), Dutch, German

Includes 9 categories to create a practice right for you!

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