Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance

Stitched Up is the heartwarming and fashion-forward novel from author and journalist Joanne O'Connell, perfect for readers of Elle McNicoll and younger fans of Geek Girl.Cassie has a passion for fashion so when the opportunity to redesign her school...

Sophie must play the role of the Clockwork Queen in order to free her father in this page-turning historical adventure from Cogheart author Peter Bunzl. Chess prodigy Sophie Peshka inherited her love of the game from her grandmaster father...

Award-winning comics creator and author of the bestselling Invisible Emmie Terri Libenson returns with a companion graphic novel that captures the drama, angst, and humor of middle-school life. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier, Jennifer Holm, and...

Betsey puts on a magic show but everyone is less than impressed with her tricks. No matter, in these four sweet and funny short stories, Betsey learns the importance of believing in yourself, that practise makes perfect, and that some magic is real . . ...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781506485638Author Jane YolenFormat HardbackPage Count 40Imprint Beaming BooksPublisher 1517 MediaWeight(grams) 318g

'A wonderful, surprisingly delicate story about a teenager making her way home to Scotland in a world remade by climate change (aimed at YA readers but, like all good children's books, good for adults too)' Lucy Mangan, i WeekendIn a world full of...

From the author of The Same But Different Too and I Am A Tiger comes an uplifting picture book which encourages young readers to be themselves, even on tough days.For readers aged 3-7, this joyful picture book features rhyming text and a bouncy rhythm...

'Has everything I like: humour, action, great characters and awesome mythology!' Rick Riordan, bestselling author of Percy Jackson 'A new star is born.' Eoin Colfer, bestselling author of Artemis Fowl ...

A Newbery Honor Book * BookPage Best Books * Chicago Public Library Best Fiction * Goodreads Choice Awards Nominee * Horn Book Fanfare * New York Times Notable Children's Book * School Library Journal Best Book * Today Show Pick * An ALA Notable Book ...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781481490689Author Diane KredensorFormat HardbackPage Count 40Imprint AladdinPublisher Simon & SchusterWeight(grams) 488gDimensions(mm) 279mm * 229mm * 13mm

What's a fed-up duck who feels all out of luck supposed to do? Go and ask a wise owl for help, of course! But watch out for the hungry Fox . . .From the award-winning Gemma Merino, author of the The Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water, The Duck With No Luck...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781937870775Author Jenny SimmonsFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint National Center for Youth IssuesPublisher National Center for Youth IssuesWeight(grams)...

A modern South Asian princess, sparkling writing, lots of humor, and just the right amount of conflict come together for a clever and enchanting friendship story.Rani lives in a luxurious palace full of busy adults, but she's lonely. Being the only...

AS FEATURED IN THE SUNDAY TIMES' BEST CHILDREN'S BOOKS OF THE SUMMER!A fun, wacky dreamworld adventure that makes for the perfect bedtime story from debut talent, author-illustrator Bia Melo!Nina is not like the other children. She doesn't want to stay...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780143192374Author Sarah HenstraFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint PlumePublisher Penguin Putnam Inc

Charlie feels like he has a whirling, twirling motor running inside him all the time and sometimes he just can't settle. When his mom wants to talk to him, he figures he's in trouble...but she has a surprise for him instead! Includes a Note to Parents,...

It's early spring and below the earth's surface seeds are just starting to sprout. One by one they stretch through the dirt and towards the sun, extending their shoots and leaves and growing tall. All except for one seedling, who isn't quite ready. Each...

The brand-new must-have super funny series from the creators of the bestselling Naughtiest Unicorn! Prepare to enter a whole world of cute! Funny bunnies who perform acrobatics, mini pigs wearing multi-coloured...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780545907613Author Alyson GerberFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint Scholastic Inc.Publisher Scholastic Inc.Weight(grams) 181gDimensions(mm) 193mm * 135mm...

A New York Times Best Seller and award-winning book, What Do You Do With an Idea? is for anyone who's ever had a big idea. This is the story of one brilliant idea and the child who helps to bring it into the world. As the child's confidence grows, so...

Second book in a fantasy adventure trilogy about witches and forbidden magic from a multi-award-winning author."Ireland's answer to JK Rowling." Sunday Independent "One of the best Irish books of all time." TV3AMFrom twice-winning author of Ireland's CBI...

We woke up in the usual way, but it was not a usual day. Out on the lawn, plain as could be, stood an orange wishing tree. "I wish!" I said. "I wish!" said you. And so our double wishes grew. Wishes are a magical part of childhood. Whether we wish on...

Have you found the spaces in between? The secret places no one else has been? This beautiful picture book celebrates themes of anxiety and kindness by exploring the hidden places to be found in a busy city.Traffic! Road works! Ambulances! Where do you...

A charming and heartfelt tale of adventure about finding your self-confidence with a brilliant spot-and-find theme. From the exciting debut author-illustrator, Alice Courtley. Maya loves her small perfect family - it's just her, Granny and their little...

In WAY OF THE WARRIOR KID, Marc went from wimp to warrior in some summer. He learned to be strong inside and out, mastered his multiplication tables, conquered his fear of swimming, and even made nice with the meanest kid on the playground (who turned...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781534452091Author Mark SperringFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Simon & Schuster Books for Young ReadersPublisher Simon & Schuster Books for Young...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Best Children's Book of the Century and Blue Peter Children's Book Award.Book InformationISBN 9780593527498Author Roald DahlFormat PaperbackPage Count 256Imprint...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsNominated for Indies Choice Book Award.Book InformationISBN 9780593096000Author Watty PiperFormat PaperbackPage Count 40Imprint Grosset & Dunlap Inc.,U.S.Publisher Penguin...

From the creators of the internationally bestselling Giraffes Can't Dance comes an empowering story about a little hippo who discovers that success often requires a little patience, and simply TRYING can bring its own unexpected rewards."It's not that...

Two of Captain Underpants' funniest and most fearsome adventures in one! Includes a full sheet of stickers! No one loves Halloween more than George Beard and Harold Hutchins. Join...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Christopher Award.Book InformationISBN 9780763619619Author Peter H. ReynoldsFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint Candlewick Press,U.S.Publisher Candlewick Press,U...

Share your love and heart with all the little ones you love, perfect for any occasion. From the author of I Love You All Ways and Be Brave Little One comes I Promise You All Ways, a celebration of the heartfelt assurances, big and small, we make to our...

Don't miss the last episode of international bestseller Robert Muchamore's ROCK WAR series! Jay, Summer and Dylan are fresh out of the biggest reality show there is. But they're about to discover what fame and fortune are really about. Jay's brother...

Do you like epic quests of amazing counting?Do you dislike global pandemics, being stuck at home, and the number 7?Then I have a story for you. It's about how I counted to a million during lockdown - with help from Mum and Dad, friends and neighbours,...

Career Day is looming, and Lina has no idea what she wants to do when she grows up. Should she become a nurse? An engineer? A journalist? A professional athlete? There are too many options! When her mom suggests she ask herself a few key questions, Lina...

"Glorious." -Kirkus Reviews A colorful journey of self-discovery and identity, this sweet, vibrant picture book follows young Leila as she visits her grandmother's house for their weekly family dinner, and finds parts of herself and her heritage in the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780995247208Author Laurie WrightFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Laurie WrightPublisher Laurie Wright

An illustrated adaptation of the bestselling business fable, The Energy Bus, teaches children the benefits of staying positive In this illustrated adaptation of the bestselling fable, The Energy Bus, author Jon Gordon shows children how to overcome...

Perfect for fans of Liz Pichon's Tom Gates series! 'Fast and bonkers and very funny with very lovable characters' PERDITA CARGILL on The Cartoons That Came to Life When best friends and comic strip creators...

An Instant New York Times Bestseller!Be a smart cookie-and don't miss the fifth picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series from creators Jory John and Pete Oswald! This cookie has never felt like a smart cookie no matter how hard...