Magical Animals at Bedtime

Author: Lou Kuenzler
Publisher: Watkins Media Limited
ISBN: 1780286279
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
This charming anthology of bedtime stories will help kids ages 4-8 sleep well at night—and tackle life’s challenges during the day. Discover the inspiring, funny, and enlightening animals from cultural traditions around the world in 20 tales featuring over 70 illustrations! From Aesop’s Fables to shamanic totems, animals have long been at the center of our imaginative world. In many tribal cultures, animals even underpin the spiritual world and are honored as advisers. This enchanting collection of bedtime stories features inspiring, funny, and enlightening animals from all over the world, including: • the firefly who can’t find his fire • the baby kangaroo who’s ashamed he hasn’t yet learned to hop • the Machu Picchu condor who helps rescue a lost girl • the fire-breathing dragon who just wants a friend • the beautiful unicorn who teaches a spoiled princess the joy of sharing These stories will not only excite your child’s imagination—they also explore issues your child may encounter in daily life, including coping with shyness and managing change. The “Magical Messages” at the end of each tale help highlight each story’s positive message. Designed to be read aloud with parents or independently, these lovely narratives focus the child’s mind on sleep and give food for thought during daytime reading.

Stories of Magical Animals

Author: Carol Watson
Publisher: Usborne Books
ISBN: 9780746064689
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 48

Book Description
Excellent value for money and a great way to entertain young children on long journeys. The CD or cassette features music and sound effects to accompany a reading of the book, as well as a straightforward reading of the book, with sounds to indicate a new chapter or when to turn a page. Designed specifically for children who have recently started to read independently.

The Book of Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures

Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744037433
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162

Book Description
Meet your favourite monsters, fairies, heroes, and tricksters from all around the world! Enter the enchanting world of mythical creatures and explore the history behind them in this beautifully-illustrated Greek mythology book for children aged 5-9. You’ll meet an incredible cast of mind-boggling fictional animals from all around the world. Say hello to Bigfoot in the forests of North America and learn about the Native American traditions that inspired its story. Voyage to Japan to meet kitsune, supernatural nine-tailed foxes that can turn into humans. Then jump onboard an ancient storm-battered ship to learn why mermaids were the last thing a sailor wanted to see! Learn about the societies that spawned these legendary creatures, from Ancient Greece to the indigenous tribes of Australia, and find out what the beasts tell us about the people who created them. With magic and mystery in every page, your child can discover: - Facts behind the myths - Insights into cultures from around the world and their creation stories - Stunning full-colour illustrations by Pham Quang Phuc Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures tells you everything you need to know about supernatural animals great and small. Perfect for fans of Harry Potter and other fantasy tales, this mythology book for children is the only kids’ guide to magical creatures that explores the history behind the mythology in both an engaging and educational way. A must-have volume for children aged 5-9 with an interes in fantasy tale, Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures is filled with supernatural stories that brings the history of mythology and magical creatures to life, and explores the societies that birthed these legendary creatures found in narratives from Ancient Greek mythology, Australian and Native American folktales. From narwhal tusks inspiring the legend of unicorns, to dinosaur bones creating rumours of dragons, there is an interesting story behind every magical beast. This beautifully-illustrated fantasy book for kids is wonderful for children who like to delve into enchanting stories and magical creatures.

Right Before Sleep

Author: Miro Tartan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781913691035
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 34

Book Description
The little ones will have so much fun listening and reading this funny rhyme story that takes place right before sleep. Milo and Cat have a very effective sleep routine, but this night, it just doesn't work! They even know a few tricks that helped them quickly fall asleep before. When these tricks won't work - at least not for Milo - it takes a lot of creativity, Cat's magic whiskers, the Know It All book, and a drop of exaggeration to lead Milo to dreamland. ★ Who's going to fall asleep first? Milo, Cat or you? ★ Short extract from the story It was right before sleep, it was already night, But for Milo and Cat, something wasn't quite right! ... "We tried counting sheep and we counted the stars, We even tried counting the distance to Mars." ... "We'll be sleeping in no time; without any doubt. Trust my whiskers," said Cat. "We will figure it out!" ... "This should have some clues, so let's go have a look There's always advice in the KNOW IT ALL book." ...

Beasts at Bedtime

Author: Liam Heneghan
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 022643141X
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 349

Book Description
“[A] fresh new look at animal tales, often classic, and how they pertain to the present-day and our often fraught relationship to our environment.” —Jeff VanderMeer, author of the Southern Reach Trilogy Talking lions, philosophical bears, very hungry caterpillars, wise spiders, altruistic trees, companionable moles, urbane elephants: this is the magnificent menagerie that delights our children at bedtime. Within the entertaining pages of many children’s books, however, also lie profound teachings about the natural world that can help children develop an educated and engaged appreciation of the dynamic environment they inhabit. In Beasts at Bedtime, scientist (and father) Liam Heneghan examines the environmental underpinnings of children’s stories. From Beatrix Potter to Harry Potter, Heneghan unearths the universal insights into our inextricable relationship with nature that underlie so many classic children’s stories. Some of the largest environmental challenges in coming years—from climate instability, the extinction crisis, freshwater depletion, and deforestation—are likely to become even more severe as this generation of children grows up. Though today’s young readers will bear the brunt of these environmental calamities, they will also be able to contribute to environmental solutions if prepared properly. And all it takes is an attentive eye: Heneghan shows how the nature curriculum is already embedded in bedtime stories, from the earliest board books like The Rainbow Fish to contemporary young adult classics like The Hunger Games. This book enthralls as it engages. Beasts at Bedtime will help parents, teachers, and guardians extend those cozy times curled up together with a good book into a lifetime of caring for our planet. “Beasts at Bedtime is proof that most kidlit has teachable moments embedded in it.” —Toronto Star

The Magic of Sleep

Author: Vicky Woodgate
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 0241522773
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 72

Book Description
Dive into the weird and wonderful world of sleep, from the science behind dreams to a peek into animal sleeping habits, in this incredible ebook for children aged 7 to 9. We spend about 26 years of our lives sleeping, but how much do you really know about what happens when your head hits the pillow? This book answers all your questions about what goes on in your head when you snooze, including the difference between light and deep sleep, where dreams come from, and how essential sleep is to staying healthy. Discover fascinating facts about how people slept in the past, and how people sleep in different ways around the world. Did you know that the oldest mattress was found in South Africa and is 77,000 years old? Vivid and engaging illustrations by Vicky Woodgate bring the topic to life. As well as humans, learn about the sleeping habits of other animals, from bears hibernating to how bats sleep upside down. Even plants sleep! Finally, learn how you can get a proper night's sleep with practical tips and ideas for meditation to calm your mind before bedtime. This ebook is ideal for children who have difficulty getting to sleep, as well as anyone who wants to learn more about how our brains and bodies work.

Dream Animals

Author: Emily Winfield Martin
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0375981373
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34

Book Description
Take a bedtime journey with the New York Times bestselling author of The Wonderful Things You Will Be and discover the adventures that await while you dream! You only have to close your eyes And when you snuggle in…. You’ll be carried to your dream tonight On wing or paw or fin Snuggle into bed and discover what your dream animal might be and where it could take you! Could it be a bear who brings you to bake pastries? A fox who ushers you into a magical forest? Mermaids with whom you can sip tea? With a perfect nighttime rhyme and gorgeous illustrations, this book is the ideal addition to any bedtime reading routine. Little ones won’t mind closing their eyes once they learn what wonders await in their dreams. “A rare, enchanting mixture of graceful rhyming verse and adorable, Hummel-sweet illustrations. . . . Nursery-worthy.” –The New York Times

The Night Bear

Author: Ana de Moraes
Publisher: Andersen Press USA
ISBN: 1541560604
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
After dark, the Night Bear goes on the hunt for his favorite snack: delicious nightmares. But one night, he almost munches on a dream of unicorns and rainbows by mistake—yuck! It might not be his cup of tea, but surely there's someone who might like it? Prize-winning husband and wife team Thiago and Ana de Moraes present The Night Bear—the perfect bedtime story.

Who Puts the Animals to Bed?

Author: Mij Kelly
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781444906073
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
At the end of the day, At the start of the night, When the earth is half dark, When the sky is half light, Who puts the animals to bed? A strong bedtime theme, a host of adorable animals and a fantastic read-aloud story combine to create the perfect book for snuggling up with.

Pip Bartlett’s Guide to Magical Creatures Book

Author: Jackson Pearce
Publisher: Scholastic Australia
ISBN: 1925065995
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 142

Book Description
From bestselling authors Maggie Stiefvater and Jackson Pearce comes an exciting new series full of magical creatures, whimsical adventures, and quirky illustrations. Here's a list of things Pip Bartlett can talk to: Unicorns Miniature Silky Griffins Bitterflunks Basically, all magical creatures Here's a list of things she can't talk to (at least, not very well): Parents Teachers Basically, all people Because of a Unicorn Incident at her school (it was an accident!), Pip is spending the summer with her Aunt Emma at the Cloverton Clinic for Magical Creatures. At first, it's all fun, games, and chatting with Hobgrackles, but when Fuzzles appear and start bursting into flame at the worst possible places, Pip and her new friend Tomas must take action. Because if the mystery of the Fuzzles isn't solved soon, both magical and unmagical creatures are going to be in a lot of trouble.