Spring / Summer 2023 Rights Guide

Spring / Summer

2023 Rights Guide

Whatever ComesTomorrow Empower kids to manage anxiety.

NEW! MARCH 2023 Whatever Comes Tomorrow

Written by Rebecca Gardyn Levington

and illustrated by Mariona

Cabassa

AGES 4–9 | We might not know what the future holds, but the lyrical rhyming text in this beautiful book reassures readers that they have the resilience and strength to face whatever comes their way. Whimsical illustrations make for a captivating read-aloud or bedtime story. Inspired by the author’s own experience with anxiety, this book offers gentle wisdom applicable to both children and adults. End matter includes a discussion guide and activity ideas for managing worries.

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* Endnotes include practical activities for managing worries

* Inspired by the author’s personal experience with anxiety

* Appeals to a wide age range

* Lyrical text reassures kids that they can handle whatever might come their way

Tomorrow may bring changes that are scary, strange or new .

Tomorrow may bring chances to embrace your truest you.

Mariona Cabassa is a native of Catalonia, Spain, who has illustrated over 80 children’s books. Mariona’s technique combines water-based paints, pencils and a digital touch to create rich and detailed illustrations, bursting with colour and movement.

Rebecca Gardyn Levington is an award-winning poet, children’s book author and journalist. She lives in the suburban jungles of New Jersey, USA, with her husband and two boisterous boys.

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.

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Our World: Brazil

Written by Ana Siqueira and illustrated by Ana Matsusaki 20 PAGES 165 X 170 MM

Our World: Mexico

Written by Cynthia Harmony and illustrated by Claudia Navarro

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Our World: Egypt

Written by Aya Khalil and illustrated by Magda Azab

PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

Our World: France

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

Our World: India

Written by Meera Sriram and illustrated by Neethi

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Our World: Italy

Written by Francesca Di Marzo and illustrated by Naida Mazzenga

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Our World: Japan

Written by Emily Satoko Seo and illustrated by Aunyarat Watanabe

Our World: China

Written by Songju Ma Daemicke and illustrated by Jam Dong

Our World: Argentina

Written by Aixa Pérez-Prado and illustrated by Mariana Ruiz Johnson

Our World: Ethiopia

Written by Fitsum Tesfaye Habtemariam and illustrated by Netsanet Tesfay

Our World: Australia

Written by Maree McCarthy Yoelu and illustrated by Sophie Beer

Our World: Greece

Written by Agatha Rodi and illustrated by Fotini Tikkou

our world Explore more i n our series ofglobal learning books f or babies andtoddlers.

Relatable topics illustrate a ‘day in the life’ in each country

Created by authors & artists from thefeaturedcountries

Endnotes explain more and dig deeper into cultural details

Pronunciation guides support basic language learning

‘A quaint, toddler-friendly intro to French culture and language’

— Kirkus Reviews

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 novellike layouts and spirited text invite readers to search for the one thing that’s not actually true in this thrilling yet lighthearted tale of adventure. Endnotes include information about volcanoes, Icelandic culture and Norse mythology.

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Graphic novel style layouts are incorporated into the book’s colourful illustrations.

Humorous storytelling creates joy and relief in a tense story.

Based on a true story told to the author by his grandfather.

The story of being stranded in the wilderness next to a volcano without food and water will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Icelandic culture permeates this adventure story set on a new volcanic island in Iceland.

Eight pages of endmatter!

Endnotes include information about volcanoes, Icelandic culture and Norse mythology.

Sustainable

Farm

New!

NEW! MAY 2023 Food for the Future Sustainable Farms Around the World

Written by Mia Wenjen and illustrated by Robert Sae-Heng

AGES 3–8 | Go on a tour of eco-friendly farms around the globe! From urban gardens to farms under the sea, discover the many different sustainable ways people have been growing food for centuries, and new innovations that are battling the effects of climate change on farming. Rhyming text and inset boxes with definitions for new vocabulary words make the topic accessible to young learners. End matter includes detailed information about each country’s farming practice, sustainable farming and more.

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• Inset boxes provide definitions of new vocabulary words

• Features sustainable farming from 12 different countries

• Factual endnotes dive deeper into each farming practice

Author Mia Wenjen blogs on parenting, education and children’s books at PragmaticMom.com and runs the nonprofit Multicultural Children’s Book Day. She lives in Boston, USA.

Artist Robert Sae-Heng spent his childhood on a tiny farm in Mexico. He now lives in London, UK, where he works with mixed media, combining handdrawn elements with a digital finish.

A kid’s-eye-view of modern Japanese culture

Interiors and illustrations from The Perfect Sushi

Features relationships with grandparents

NEW! APRIL 2023 The Perfect Sushi

AGES 4–9 | Miko likes things to be perfect. When she makes lopsided sushi for her grandmother’s birthday, she replaces it with perfectly formed sushi created by a restaurant robot. Upon delivering her gift, Miko discovers that kokoro (heart) — not impeccability — is the key ingredient to the perfect present. A do-it-yourself sushi recipe is included.

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Onomatopoeia makes for a fun read-aloud!

Emily Satoko Seo (Our World: Japan) is a Japanese Canadian chemist turned children’s book author. She lives in Vancouver, Canada with her husband and two young children and enjoys making homemade sushi with her family.

Mique Moriuchi spent her most memorable childhood years in Japan. Mique currently works as a primary school librarian, children’s book illustrator and occasional lopsided sushi maker with her partner and their two children in Bedford, UK.

Written by Emily Satoko Seo and illustrated by Mique Moriuchi

More Books About Food & Family:

Dinner on Domingos

Written by Alexandra Katona and illustrated by Claudia Navarro

AGES 4–8 | Warm memories wash over a first-generation Ecuadorian American girl as she experiences a typical Sunday night dinner at her abuelita’s house. As Alejandra thinks about all the good times her family has had there, she decides that she wants to be brave and try speaking Spanish with abuelita so that they can deepen their bond. A timely tale that reflects the experience of many families.

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The Bread Pet A Sourdough Story

Written by Kate DePalma and illustrated by Nelleke Verhoeff

AGES 4–9 | Cora promises to keep Uncle JB’s Bread Pet alive but didn’t anticipate its exponential growth! She needs to come up with a solution — and fast! This whimsical story about family, creativity and community will inspire young makers to share their gifts with others. Includes notes on baking bread and growing your own ‘Bread Pet’ sourdough starter.

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Dumpling Day

Written by Meera Sriram, illustrated by Inés de Antuñano and recipes by Laurel P. Jackson

AGES 4–9 | Savour a rhyming celebration of one of the world’s most universal foods! Readers follow ten diverse families as they cook dumplings inside their homes in preparation for a neighbourhood potluck. Authentic recipes for all the dumplings and a map showing their areas of origin are included in the endnotes.

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For her grandmother’s birthday party, Miko wants to make her the perfect sushi,

but not a single piece looks perfect . . . . . . until she creates one with kokoro (heart).

Copy That, Copy Cat! Inventions Inspired by Animals

Written by Katrina Tangen and illustrated by Giulia Orecchia

AGES 4–8

| This rhyming, lift-the-flap picture book of riddles introduces children to biomimicry in a thoroughly fun format. From sonar to snowshoes, discover concrete examples of 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. Endnotes include liftthe-flap guessing games to reinforce learning.

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The story invites readers to guess the answers to riddles based on rhymes and visual cues peeking through die-cuts.

Page turns reveal surprise answers that show how inventions mimic biology.

Additional information under liftable flaps reinforces learning about biomimicry.

Featuring creatures from Peruvian lore. Written by a Peruvian-born author

Mariana Llanos (Run, Little Chaski!) and illustrating team, Cocoretto.

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.

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

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

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. Endnotes include information about Ganesha Chaturthi, a recipe for homemade sculpting dough and instructions for making an earth-friendly statue.

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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, nests full of baby birds hatch, grow feathers, learn to fly, and then finally follow the autumn winds south along the majestic flyway for their first big migration. 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. Illustrated endnotes provide factual information about bird migration, the four flyways of North America, the species of birds found in the book and sources for further reading.

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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 neighborhood, 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 the 8 traditional Jewish dishes from around the world mentioned in the story, as well as a delicious babka recipe.

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Endmatter includes information about Jewish cuisine and the 8 traditional Jewish dishes mentioned in the story, as well as a delicious babka recipe.

a warm, positive portrayal of a diverse, contemporary Jewish community that includes Sephardic and Black Jewish characters.

Fills the need for more Jewish stories that are not about holidays or the Holocaust.

Set in modern-day Warsaw, the story incorporates Polish language and culture. Endnotes include information about Polish history, Polish fairy tales and Warsaw landmarks.

My Cousin’s Mermaid

Written by Anna Staniszewski and illustrated by Ewa Poklewska-Koziełło

| 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.

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Demonstrates the transformative power of folktales and stories to connect people across great distances and cultural differences.

The protagonist overcomes her worry that she is “not Polish enough,” a fear that many second- and thirdgeneration families will be able to relate to.

how people around the globe celebrate Christmas!

Illustrations from Harvest Days

Joy to the World! Christmas Around the Globe

Written by Kate DePalma and illustrated by Sophie Fatus AGES 4–10 | Transports readers to 13 different countries and cultures where they can learn about Christmas through lyrical, rhyming text. Play cricket on the beach in Australia, enjoy Iceland’s Christmas Book Flood, rise before dawn for Mass in the Philippines and more. Includes educational notes at the end.

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Let’s Celebrate! Special Days Around the World

Written by Kate DePalma and illustrated by Martina Peluso AGES 4–10 | Lyrical, sensory nonfiction text and vibrant illustrations invite readers to experience a child’s-eye view of 13 special days around the world, such as Spring Festival, Inti Raymi, Eid al-Fitr, Día de Muertos and New Yam Festival. Includes a global festival calendar and notes about why we celebrate.

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Features 12 harvest traditions:

Harvest Days

Learn how countries and cultures around the world celebrate the harvest!

Harvest Days Giving Thanks Around the World

Written by Kate DePalma

and illustrated by

Martina Peluso

AGES 4–10 | Explore harvest festivals from around the globe! Lyrical, rhyming text and lush, detailed artwork from Italian artist Martina Peluso immerse young readers in some of the most ancient traditions in the world. Nine pages of rich, educational endnotes dive deep with more information about the 12 cultures explored in the book and invite young readers to ask questions about food and the labor that produces it.

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Kate DePalma has written many books for children, including Let’s Celebrate! and Children of the World, which she co-authored with Tessa Strickland. She lives with her family in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.

Detailed endnotes provide facts about global harvest celebrations

Interiors from Harvest Days

Martina Peluso has wanted to be an illustrator ever since she read The BFG by Roald Dahl as a child. She lives in Edinburgh, Scotland, and also illustrated Let’s Celebrate!

Board boOks MIX-AND-maTCH

1 Smile, 10 Toes

Written and illustrated by Nelleke Verhoeff

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!

24 PAGES 165 X 170 MM

MIX-AND-MATCH BOARD BOOK

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6 eyElAShes

2 HaNDs

Learn the names of body parts and find things to count on each flap

Red Hat, Pink Boots

Written and illustrated by Nelleke Verhoeff

Little ones can mix and match tops and bottoms to create giggle-inducing 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.

24 PAGES 165 X 170 MM

MIX-AND-MATCH BOARD BOOK

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several books for Barefoot, including The Bread Pet and Whole Whale. She was a finalist in the Silent Book Contest at the 2018 Bologna Children’s Book Fair. She lives in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

Award Winner

Interiors and illustrations from 1 Smile, 10 Toes

Now

NEW!

APRIL 2023 Ketchup On My Sundae

Written and illustrated by Nelleke Verhoeff

AGES 0–4 | Mix and match foods in this flavourful split-page board book to create dishes that sound delicious . . . or hilariously revolting! This interactive addition to the Mix-and-Match Series will build vocabulary and spark conversations about the flavours and textures of different foods. Explore the sensory experience of eating various foods in a safe, clean way!

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Learn about different jobs

Create

NEW! APRIL 2023 Bruno Builder Bakes Bread Written and illustrated by Nelleke Verhoeff

AGES 0–4 | 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 hilarious addition to the Mix-and-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.

24 PAGES 165 X 170 MM MIX-AND-MATCH BOARD BOOK

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there’s even more for little learners to love with two new mix-and-match books!

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That’s Mine!

Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin

Feelings & Firsts

AGES 1–4 | When a toddler in a childcare 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? In this gentle exploration of early friendship, toddlers will recognize the tension between wanting everything to be ‘mine!’ and the desire to connect with other children.

26 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

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Interiors and illustrations from That’s

Undies, Please!

Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin

AGES 1–4 | Motivated by new undies and Daddy’s support, a relatable toddler adorably navigates the excitement and challenges of learning to use the potty. Age-appropriate language and engaging illustrations make this simple and sweet story a perfect potty training support for little ones.

26 PAGES 165 X 170 MM BOARD BOOK

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At

Early Learning

Raising a reader starts at birth! Our board books are designed to ignite babies’ and toddlers’ love of reading and to lay the foundation for early learning. We choose bold, high-contrast illustrations and craft simple, interactive plots to keep little eyes glued to the pages — and looking for more books to read throughout their lives!

Models realistic language children can use

Mine!

Gender-neutral main character creates a relatable story for everyone

Embrace the excitement of new experiences and the security of familiar routines.

Barefoot Books, we value . . .

Coming soon in the Feelings & Firsts Series: Too Green! and By Myself!

By Myself!

Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Maribel Castells

AGES 0–4 | 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.

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To Green!

Written by Sumana Seeboruth and illustrated by Maribel Castells

AGES 0–4 | 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 humor 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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Yoga Tots Series

Written by Tessa Strickland and

by Estelí Meza

Yoga Tots: Brave Bear

AGES 2–4 | Invites young children to pretend to be a bear, moving their furry bodies into specific yoga poses designed to both energize and inspire bravery.

14 PAGES 165 X 165 MM BOARD BOOK

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Yoga Tots: Happy Tiger

AGES 2–4 | Pretend to be a tiger, moving your body into specific yoga poses known for increasing feelings of happiness.

14 PAGES 165 X 165 MM BOARD BOOK

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Yoga Tots: Strong Puppy

AGES 2–4 | Move through a child-friendly sun salutation.

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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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Each book includes a short yoga routine

Fun, rhyming text on the left

At Barefoot Books, we value . . .

Mindfulness

Step-by-step instructions on the right

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.

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

y g into their days wit h t w o s e ries designed for very young c h i ldren.

Mindful Tots Series

Mindful Tots: Animal Antics

AGES 2–4 | Help toddlers focus as they transition from one 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

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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

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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

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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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Mindfulness for children as young as age 2!

Illustrations from Yoga Tots series

Written by Whitney Stewart and illustrated by Rocío Alejandro

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

¿Serás mi amiga?

Twice the Fun!

Discover why two languages are better than one!

Sol y Canto is the award-winning Pan-Latin ensemble led by Puerto Rican/Argentine singer and percussionist Rosi Amador and New Mexican guitarist and composer Brian Amador (also the author of Twice as Many Friends). They are known for making their music accessible to Spanish- and non-Spanish speaking audiences of all ages.

Illustrator Vanina Starkoff was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina and now lives in Buzios, Brazil. She studied graphic design at the University of Buenos Aires and has gained international recognition for her illustrations.

Singalong book includes audio and video!

Find our full collection of singalongs on our website!

Encourages singing in both Spanish and English

Repeated phrases reinforce new vocabulary

Related Singalongs

NEW! APRIL 2023

Twice as Many Friends / El doble de amigos

Written by Brian Amador, illustrated by Vanina Starkoff and sung by Sol y Canto

AGES 3–7 | Set to a tune with both English and Spanish lyrics, this uplifting singalong shows kids that learning a new language means connecting with new people and making more friends! Call-and-response phrases reinforce language learning, and the end matter includes a list of English and Spanish phrases and pronunciations. Bright illustrations reflect the warmth and joy of the song. Includes an online access link to audio and video animation

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The More We Get Together

Written by Celeste Cortright, illustrated by Betania Zacarias and sung by Audra Mariel & Kena Anae

AGES 3–7 | Work together with 4 kids to make their neighbourhood healthier, friendlier and greener for everyone.

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PICTURE BOOK

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The Wheels on the Bus

Written by Stella Blackstone, illustrated by Melanie Williamson and sung by The Amador Family

AGES 3–7 | Take an exciting bus ride from a Guatemalan village to a market town with this fresh approach to a favourite song.

24 PAGES 247 X 255 MM

PICTURE BOOK

Rights Sold: Simplified Chinese/English

Whole World

Illustrated by Christopher Corr and sung by Fred Penner

AGES 3–7 | Sing around the world, from mountains to valleys, in towns and cities, with all the fish, birds, trees and flowers of the Earth!

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PICTURE BOOK

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Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush

Illustrated by Sophie Fatus and sung by Fred Penner

AGES 3–7 | Find out how four children from Mali, Europe, India and China go through their morning routines.

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PICTURE BOOK

Rights Sold: Simplified Chinese/English, Korean

Activities use low-cost, recyclable materials or objects found in nature.

Kind Kids

50 Activities for Compassion, Confidence & Community

Includes 50 cards in 5 categories:

Written

by

Dr. Helen Maffini & Whitney Stewart, and illustrated by Mariana Ruiz Johnson

AGES 4–10 | Discover all the forms kindness can take! Fifty 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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Build empathy, respect and gratitude!

KIND TO YOURSELF

Prolific author Whitney

Stewart (Mindful Kids, the Mindful Tots series) teaches mindfulness and self-care techniques to children. She lives in Louisiana, USA.

Dr. Helen Maffini is a global mindfulness educator who has lived in 15 countries. She currently resides in the United Arab Emirates.

KIND WITH FAMILY

Mariana Ruiz Johnson (Run, Little Chaski!) is an award-winning children’s book illustrator and author who lives in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

KIND WITH FRIENDS

KIND TO COMMUNITY

KIND TO NATURE

Mindful Kids

50 Mindfulness Activities for Kindness, Focus and Calm

Over 600K copies sold!

Written by Whitney Stewart and illustrated by Mina Braun AGES 4+ | Make any moment mindful from morning to 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.

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

5 categories of cards, designed to fit into each part of the day!

‘...powerful, lifechanging tools that open pathways to inner strength and peace’

— Tillywig Toy & Media Awards

Illustrations from Mindful Kids

Nearly one million copies sold!

Bestseller!

Yoga Pretzels

50 Fun Yoga Activities for Kids & Grownups

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.

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

9 categories to create a practice that’s right for you!

‘Through these fun yoga activities, children can improve flexibility, grace and agility while at the same time improving inner strength, confidence and self-esteem’ — Deepak Chopra

Cards from Yoga Pretzels

To Live Barefoot is to:

believe in the transformative power of stor y te

ll

know that everyone can make a difference and everyone has a right to be here

honour diversity in every sphere of life: cultural and social; ecological and economic; emotional and spiritual encourage creative play, remembering that to play is to learn make mistakes, laugh and cry, learn a little more, and start again

balance doing with being: doing work with being alive

in g embrace the connection between grassroots networking and global communication celebrate the art of story-making in all of its forms: in songs and stories, arts and crafts, music and movement tread softly

step into our power as individuals who know that together we are part of something more powerful than we can be on our own.

Opening children’s hearts, minds and worlds