Beatrice Alemagna

Give the gift of a magical do-nothing day! This picture book with startlingly beautiful words and pictures will spur imagination and a break from boredom or screen time. Now a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year and Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Book of the Year! All I want to do on a rainy day like today is play my game. My mom says it’s a waste of time, but without my game, nothing is fun! On the other hand, maybe I’m wrong about that… While reading On a Magical Do-Nothing Day, one gets the sense that the illustrator became lost in her drawings, and as a reader, you'll want to do the same. Perfect for fans of picture books by Julie Morstad, Carson Ellis, Jon Klassen, and Tomi Ungerer. “Hands down, Beatrice Alemagna is my favorite contemporary illustrator," said the Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator of Last Stop on Market Street, Christian Robinson. On a Magical Do-Nothing Day has been recognized with a Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. Don't miss this picture book that beautifully encourages unplugged exploration.

On a Magical Do-Nothing Day

A playful ode to things that come and go in life--and the one special bond that never fades There are many things that go away: leaves fall, tears dry, music lasts only for a few moments, and bubbles pop, vanishing without a trace. Everything in life passes, moves on, or transforms--except one thing that never fades. With her signature warmth, playfulness, and beautiful illustrations, Beatrice Alemagna reminds us that in a changing world, the love between parent and child remains constant.

Things That Go Away

Astrid Lindgren

Lotta tiene cuatro años. Vive en la calle de los Alborotadores con su hermano, Jonás, su hermana, Mia-María, y sus comprensivos papás. Y también tiene a Osito, un cerdito de peluche del que no se separa jamás, y una encantadora vecina: la señora Berg. Es difícil encontrar niños que se diviertan tanto como Lotta, Jonás y Mia-María. La pequeña Lotta es muy graciosa, se le ocurren todo tipo de ideas disparatadas, no para de hacer travesuras, es terca y, a veces, dice alguna «casi palabrota». Le encantan los dulces y la limonada, pero, sobre todo, las aventuras y los abrazos. Este es el primer volumen de los dos que escribió Astrid Lindgren, y Lotta es uno de sus personajes más queridos. Recomendado para primeros lectores. Papá dice que antes, en casa, todo estaba muy tranquilo y que desde que estamos nosotros, los niños, hay mucho alboroto...
Título original: Barnen på Bråkmakargatan (1958)
Traducción: Ulla Ljungström y Esther Rubio

Lotta alborota

Five misfits - one holey, one folded up like an envelope, one floppy and boneless, one topsey-turvey, and one that can only be described as a total catastrophe - are perfectly content living in their ramshackle house until one day Mr Perfect, replete with bright pink knickerbockers and fluorescent hair, arrives to inform the happy-go-lucky crew that their lives are "completely worthless". Initially dejected and depressed, each character uses their own special talent to turn the criticism on its head. This quirky and allegorical picture book is filled with humorous and poignant moments, brought to life beautiful contemporary artwork from one of Europe's best-loved talents.

The 5 misfits

Nel paese delle pulcette

Bored by his rural life in the savannah, a lion seeks excitement and opportunity in the City of Light, where he is surprised that even his roaring does not cause a stir while visiting Montmartre, the Eiffel Tower and the busy underground Métro. By the award-winning creator of Bugs in a Blanket.

A Lion in Paris

Eddie knows her mum would love a Fluffy Squishy Itty Bitty for her birthday. The only problem is that she doesn't know what a Fluffy Squishy Itty Bitty is, or where to find one! Join Eddie as she tours the whole town, trying to track down the perfect present.

The Marvellous Fluffy Squishy Itty Bitty

From the internationally admired, award-winning creator of many celebrated picture books, including On a Magical Do-Nothing Day, A Lion in Paris, and The Wonderful Fluffy Little Squishy, comes a story about lonely Harold Snipperpot, a seven-year-old boy who has never had a real birthday party, until now. Harold is turning seven years old. He’s never had a real birthday party. That’s because his parents are too grumpy. But this year they feel bad for Harold. “We’ll call up Mr. Ponzio,” says Harold’s mother. So they do, and Mr. Ponzio agrees to help, “The party will be absolutely extraordinary, Mrs. Snipperpot.” When everyone arrives at the Snipperpots', everyone—especially Harold—is absolutely flabbergasted. It truly is a party like no other. Full of surprises, every animal imaginable, and magical moments galore, Harold Snipperpot’s Best Disaster Ever is a party unlike any other. Perfect for fans of other shocking shindigs such as Secret Pizza Party by Adam Rubin and May I Bring a Friend? by Beatrice Schenk de Regniers.

Harold Snipperpot's Best Disaster Ever

A playful ode to things that come and go in life—and the one special bond that never fades There are many things that go away: leaves fall, tears dry, music lasts only for a few moments, and bubbles pop, vanishing without a trace. Everything in life passes, moves on, or transforms—except one thing that never fades. With her signature warmth, playfulness, and beautiful illustrations, Beatrice Alemagna reminds us that in a changing world, the love between parent and child remains constant.

Little Eddie heard his sister say, "Cumple mama mini-peli-coso," and is determined to find a birthday gift for his mother too. In his journey through the city, each shopkeeper offers him a small object, but none is the marvelous present he's looking for. Will he find the perfect gift?

El maravilloso mini-peli-coso

I'm not a baby anymore, believe me. I can walk backwards without falling over... almost! The latest book from award-winning illustrator Beatrice Alemagna is a tender and humorous reflection on toddlerhood that will strike a chord with parents and toddlers alike. Boubo is eager to show that he's not a baby anymore - he knows he is on his way to being a 'big kid' and is proud to demonstrate his new-found abilities to prove his case. Little Big Boubo portrays a unique stage of child development with empathy and humour, and is a delightful celebration of a parent's love from one of the most prominent and exciting illustrators working today.

Little Big Boubo

When Mr Perfect comes to stay, the five misfits find themselves questioning what their purpose in life is. Can they teach him that not fitting in is more fun than trying to be perfect? A quirky, allegorical picture book from the multi award-winning creator of A Lion in Paris.

The Five Misfits

Chi, da bambino, non ha bramato un regalo super speciale per la propria mamma? In questo albo la piccola Edith, una bambina vestita di fucsia, pensa di non saper fare niente di niente, quindi si mette sulle tracce del regalo più stupendo del mondo. Invece del regalo, trova una creaturina aliena e la salva dal bidone dell'immondizia per scoprire che... finale a sorpresa!

Il meraviglioso Cicciapelliccia

Un leone a Parigi

Never, Not Ever! is the instant classic from Beatrice Alemagna--a laugh-out-loud tribute to little kids everywhere who would prefer not to leave home on the first day of school. The other animals are marching dutifully to school, but Pascaline could care less. "Never, not ever!" she declares. She's NOT going. And nothing--not even her parents pulling her by her feet--will change her mind. She shrieks so loudly that her parents shrink down to the size of peanuts--becoming just the right size to fit snugly under Pascaline's wing. Now they can all go to school together! In Never, Not Ever! award-winning picture book creator Beatrice Alemagna reminds us that small children need their parents to be close by . . . but not too close.

Never, Not Ever!

All the bugs in the blanket are gathering to celebrate Little Fat Bug's birthday.

Bugs in a Blanket

A story about difference, exclusion, experience, and ultimately the embrace of one's core self, Child of Glass explores the interplay between inner and outer and the journey we have to go on to be at home within ourselves.

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