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When the Horse Jumps Over the Moon
When the Horse Jumps over the Moon is a compelling, lovable Americana story with a ‘green’ twist. This charming fantasy horse tale entwines Vaudeville humour and wit in its fun, whimsical tale through the Southwest’s Land of Enchantment. A hard-luck thoroughbred rancher, Silky Sullivan, rides on sheer hope to keep his ranch afloat, despite a looming foreclosure.
This intriguing short story hopes to inspire the youth to prepare for a greener future for all through this whimsical tale about Jan Spirit Walker Bluebird. Jan Spirit Walker is unable to afford not one horse of her own, but she seeks her love for the horse as a ‘strapper’ or horsehand at Silky Sullivan’s Wild Creek Ranch. Miss Bluebird struggles against all odds after being seriously kicked and injured by one of the ranch’s thoroughbreds.
When the Horse Jumps over the Moon invites the young reader to discover earth-friendly ways through Jan Spirit Walker’s Middle Earth ventures into the Dream World during her personal recovery while hospitalized in the 1990s. Hold on to your hats! It is like taking a wild, zany Southwest ride along the Land of Enchantment’s old Route 66. This is an enchanting and inspiring whimsical tale for all ages to read during these earth-shattering times. When the Horse Jumps over the Moon is for any young dreamer at heart!
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Sophie Sparrow Wants to Be a Flamingo
“If you could be any bird in the world, what would you be?” asked Sullivan, Sophie’s best friend.
For Sophie Sparrow, that is an easy question. She would be a beautiful flamingo named Pinky with a long, graceful neck and feathers the color of pink cotton candy, and she would eat delicious shrimp ice-cream sundaes. Luckily, Miss Sapphire, the new, young Blue Jay who moved into the penthouse suite on Maple Lane, had magical powers.
‘‘Hold the pink feather, and say the magic words, Bingo, Lingo, Ringo, I want to be a Flamingo, three times,’’ said Miss Sapphire.
Poof! Sophie disappeared into a cloud of pink smoke. Will Miss Sapphire’s magic spell make Sophie Sparrow’s dream come true, or will it be a nightmare?
This amusing and heartwarming story will remind you that the perfect life you wish for is often in front of you and found in the magic of friendship, family, and simple delights like a chocolate-covered worm with rainbow sprinkles.
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The Adventures of the Ant Sugar: Sugar and the Sun
Do you want to know where the sun is hiding?
Do you know what the sun is and how many suns there are?
Sugar Ant didn’t know either, but with the help of his new friends, he soon found the answers.
Things are sometimes quite simple, and we don’t have to look to the ends of the earth to find them because they are very close to us!
Another tale of Ant Sugar will take you to exciting new adventures, and will make you experience together with him the unexpected revelations about the sun.
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The Amazing Adventures of Mr Patrick
In the rolling landscapes of the Essex countryside, Billy Smith stumbled upon a wounded crow that would inspire a tale blending fact with fiction.
The first half of his story revolves around Mr. Patrick, a bedraggled crow discovered in dire straits. Then there’s Mr. Bernie, a Shar Pei dog rescued by Billy years prior. Intriguingly, Mr. Percival, another central figure, mirrors Billy himself, with the surname borrowed from his grandfather to enhance the narrative allure.
Venturing into the realms of fiction, the latter part of the book sees Mr. Patrick embarking on selfless deeds of kindness. These acts reflect Billy’s own nature, embodying his belief in prioritizing others. It’s a tale Billy hopes will sow seeds of joy and benevolence among younger readers.
Embark on this heartwarming journey with Mr. Patrick and his friends, crafted from the depths of Billy’s heart.
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Positive Pooper
Colin Bright crafts unique and innovative stories that blend all the essential elements of successful writing, expertly woven together to create a truly remarkable end product. With an innate understanding of what captivates and stimulates young children, the author demonstrates a genuine talent for writing specifically for this age group. Each story is thoughtfully considered, evocative, and designed to engage and delight.
Ideal for infant school-aged children, these tales are perfect for independent reading or for parents and teachers to read aloud to eager audiences. The stories provide ample opportunities for group discussions, making them excellent tools for expanding young minds and sparking thoughtful conversations. The author envisions these tales becoming beloved bedtime favourites in many households. Animal lovers, in particular, will find a special fondness for these stories, as the author’s deep respect for the animal kingdom shines through in every tale.
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Milk, Wool and Cheese
Snowflake the lamb had just been born and her little legs wobbled as she tried to get to her feet and cuddle up to her mum’s thick woollen coat. All around there were other lambs running and jumping in the lush green grass. Spring had arrived and all seemed well with the world.
Just across the fence other new lives were just beginning. Newborn calves were following their mums around, trying to catch up for another drink of milk. Finally, Bella reached her target and drank until her little tummy was full.
Looking on, chained up to a fence, was Tilly, a young goat whose entire life was to be devoted to keeping the grass cropped alongside a busy road. Tilly had been taken away from her herd when she was barely a year old. She had no company and only saw someone when she was moved further along the fence to eat more grass. She was very lonely and got very frightened when large vehicles sped past, leaving a rush of wind and dust behind them.
In a distant disused barn across the fields far away was a little donkey, all alone and hungry. She didn’t have a name and her hooves had grown very long from being trapped in a small space with no one to look after her. She had grown very thin as she only had a small supply of dirty hay to eat. She had been forgotten when all the other animals on the farm had been moved away.
This is the story of four unlikely friends who find themselves living the life of their dreams.
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Radish and Stubs
A rabbit named Radish befriends Stubs, a hedgehog hurt by a lawnmower. As they bond, they quickly become the best of friends, and soon there is no end to the adventures they can have together! But first, a picnic takes a turn when an unwanted guest drops in.
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Soggy Moggy
Soggy Moggy can roar like a tiger.
Nibbles the Mouse can squat like a frog.
Soggy and Nibbles have a nap on a lovely soft mat as they breathe in and out… ahhhh.
A delightful story to introduce young children to yoga in a fun and playful way, copying Soggy Moggy and Nibbles as the two of them have a kerfuffle over fish pie.
Being a little yogi helps children express themselves through creative movement, whilst providing many benefits such as flexibility, strength, coordination and focus.
And breathe… The book includes an ending which encourages your little yogi to relax and focus on their breath.
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Stinky Dirty Rat
Join Roger in his adventures through a dark scary forest, to meet his friend Millie Mouse, who lives in a big posh house in the countryside.
On his journey, danger lurks around every corner and Roger soon finds himself in peril.
However, Roger has a secret superpower that even he is not aware of!
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Tatty Duck
This is the wonderful true story of a tiny abandoned duckling that was rescued by a family and the funny times they shared as it grew up in their home. Written in verse, it describes their amusing summer together and what happened to Tatty Duck…!
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The Adventures of Henrietta - Henrietta's Party
Henrietta has her second adventure – she is having a party! What does General Eight Legs eat for dinner? Who is mean to Henrietta? What is Africa like? Come into the garden and find out!
In this book, Henrietta enjoys her friends, learns more about the world outside the garden, and encounters adventure. We meet some more characters, including Adeola – a fun-loving parakeet eager to share stories from her homeland, Africa, and Pierre and Manon – two friendly French frogs. We also see how Henrietta shows kindness that is not returned, and how she stays herself despite this and feeling upset. And we see the value of not jumping to judgements even when something uncomfortable happens. How do you feel about General Eight Legs after reading this book? And Henrietta? Enjoy it best by reading out loud and following the illustrations!
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The Adventures of Henrietta: Hello, Henrietta!
Say hello to Henrietta, the friendly ladybird! Join her in her garden adventures, where she makes friends, plays games and encounters challenge. The story is entirely in rhyme, so do read aloud for maximum enjoyment. Learn a few facts about ladybirds, and about how to be calm and positive when things get a bit hairy! This book is designed to be part of a series, so stay on the lookout for more of Henrietta's adventures!
£8.99