Here Comes the Cat! (English & Russian) by Frank Asch

$27.00 NZD

Category: Picture Books: Languages

In 1986, two artists--one Russian, one American--joined forces, against the odds, to tell a brand new kind of picture story. In "Here Comes the Cat!," a single mouse runs around shouting "HERE COMES THE CAT!" again and again--in both English and Russian--until everybody he knows is worried sick. Just wh en the tension can't get any tenser, the cat arrives... with a giant wheel of cheese! A big party breaks out and everyone--the reader included--laughs a huge laugh of relief. Funny, whip-smart, and illustrated in mesmerizing detail, "Here Comes the Cat!" is a parable about fear, more relevant than ever, that follows in the great tradition of Chicken Little. McSweeney's proudly presents this deluxe new edition, complete with a fold-out dust-jacket, on the 25th anniversary of the book's conception. ...Show more

All About the Olympics/Alles über die Olympischen Spieledeutsch (English/German) by Nick Hunter

$35.00 NZD

Category: Picture Books: Languages

O le Meaalofa mo Ana (A Gift for Ana in Samoan) by Jane Va'afusuaga

$25.00 NZD

Category: Picture Books: Languages

O le pō muamua i Sāmoa, na momoe ai Ana ma lona tinā matua i luga o se moega tuāi lava, ma `a`āfu i ni `ie`afu namu atigi mogamoga. Ua malama le taeao, ma e ala a`e Ana, ua leai se `olomatua. Na ia nofo i luga ma tilotilo atu i le isi itū o le potu. O lā lava e momoe gāpēpē mai tamā ma tinā i lo la`ua fa`amalū i lalo i le fola o le fale. Sa ia tosotoso i tua le ta`inamu ma laalaa lēmū atu i tafatafa o ona matua, ma alu loa i fafo. Fa`aliliuina e Avikaila Sopoitulagi Tilialo. This title will also be available in the English language A Gift for Ana. Reading level: Suitable to be read to 2-years to 6-years and independant readers ages 7-years to 12-years. ...Show more

The Cat in the Hat (French/English) by Dr. Seuss

$26.00 NZD

Category: Picture Books: Languages | Series: Dr. Seuss

Cat lovers and francophiles rejoice"--The Cat in the Hat in English and French "is back in print! First published in 1967, this bilingual edition of the beloved classic has been unavailable for over a decade. Perfect for teaching beginning readers simple, conversational French or English, the story is h ere on each page in the language the reader already knows, to guide him or her in the language they are learning. The repetition makes it ideal for learning new words, and the hilarious plot makes it easy to read again and again. Learning a new language has never been so much fun! Dr. Seuss is quite simply the most beloved children's book author in the world. ...Show more

La Oruga Muy Hambrienta (The Very Hungry Caterpillar Spanish) by Eric Carle

$26.00 NZD

Category: Picture Books: Languages | Series: The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Board book The Very Hungry Caterpillar is inarguably one of the most popular children's books of all time. It is an undeniable classic in every format it exists in -- from board book to mini book to Spanish edition. Now, combining two of these essential formats, here is the Spanish board book version of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, filling an important niche for the youngest of Spanish-speaking children. ...Show more

The Magical Silkworm: A Story in English and Chinese by Lin Xin; (translated by Yijin Wert)

$25.00 NZD

Category: Hardback Picture Books

Xiao Mo is celebrating her birthday with friends and family when she opens the gift her parents gave her. Little Xiao Mo is immediately disappointed when she opens the box to find ugly, caterpillar-like creatures squirming around. Although her parents try to explain that they are silkworms who can prod uce beautiful things, Xiao Mo refuses to listen. Her friends try to cheer her up with an ensuing adventure in the woods - which involves magic mulberry trees, a mysterious trap and a chance encounter with some silkworms - during which Xiao Mo realizes that she completely underestimated the gift her parents had so thoughtfully given to her. Feeling grateful for her gift and the incredible skills of the little silkworms, Xiao Mo quickly realizes that they are actually the best birthday gift she has ever received. ...Show more

Mulan: A Story in English and Chinese by Li Jian; Yijin Wert

$15.00 NZD

Category: Stories from Around the World

From China-based publisher Shanghai Press, this book recounts the legend of Mulan and her bravery through beautiful Chinese ink paintings. Though we all know the beloved Disney retelling, the original story of Mulan comes from a folktale from China's Northern Dynasty (439-589) about the unusual tale of an ordinary girl named Fa Mulan. One day, the government drafted Mulan's father into the army. However, he was too old. Mulan didn't have an older brother and the younger one was not old enough to be a soldier, so she decided to disguise herself as a man and joined the army in place of her father, hoping her secret wouldn't be exposed. Her excellent martial arts skills always put her on the front lines of every battle. During the 12 years she was in the army, she made great contributions and won admiration from her unit of soldiers. After the war, the emperor honored generals and soldiers, rewarding them with status and money; Mulan didn't care about either. All she wanted was a horse to take her home as soon as possible. Once home, Mulan changed her armor into a dress and fixed her hair in an elegant hairstyle. She came out and thanked her unit for accompanying her home. It's safe to say, she had fooled them all. ...Show more

Je T'Aimerai Toujours (Love You Forever French) by Robert Munsch

$24.00 NZD

Category: Picture Books: Languages

A young woman holds her newborn sonAnd looks at him lovingly. Softly she sings to him: ""I'll love you forever I'll like you for always As long as I'm living My baby you'll be."" So begins the story that has touched the hearts of millions of Americans. Since publication in l986, Love You Forever has so ld more than 15 million copies in paperback and the regular hardcover edition. ...Show more

William's Waitangi Day (English / Mandarin Edition) by David Ling

$20.00 NZD

Category: NZ Picture Books

When the teacher asks about Waitangi Day, everyone else knows what they'll be doing, but William doesn't even know what Waitangi Day means. Then, with the help of his friends he begins to understand what it's all about and has a great Waitangi Day hangi too!

The Marae Visit (English / Maori / Mandarin) by Rebecca Beyer

$20.00 NZD

Category: NZ Picture Books

When the class visits the marae they have lots to learn and lots to do. And they have lots of fun. This poetic story about what to expect when visiting a marae, published earlier this year in English and Te Reo, is now published with Mandarin text as well to mark NZ Chinese Language Week in September. ...Show more

Esta Vivo! (Living!) by Elizabeth Austen

$22.00 NZD

Category: Picture Books: Languages | Series: Science Readers: Content and Literacy

Can you spot whether something is living or not living? Learn all about living things and inanimate objects in this colorful, engaging science reader! With clear, easy-to-read text combined with familiar images, young readers will be able to comprehend these examples and master an understanding of thing s that are living and not living. This reader also includes a fun science activity and practice problems to give students additional practice in sorting living and not living things. A helpful glossary and index are also included. ...Show more

Donde Esta Mi Osito? by Jez Alborough

$28.00 NZD

Category: Picture Books: Languages | Series: Historias Para Dormir

A lost teddy bear begins a zany adventure that includes a giant version of the lost bear. This delightful and humorous book has been translated into many different languages and has entertained children around the world. Author Jez Alborough's rhyming text has been re-created in Spanish with all the fun and charm intact. ...Show more