Science has gone from pinholes to the Large Hadron Collider. What did not change is how our children learn science. They begin to learn science in exactly the same way we did. But Toddlers today skip Youtube adverts and navigate to the next desired video like pros. Do they have to wait until university to learn about the discoveries of humankind? This book series explains Particle physics, Chemistry and Astronomy in a way even preschoolers can understand. Every story is followed by a section for the curious parent, explaining the facts. A series of books to rethink how science is taught to children. A chronological approach of explaining things, starting from the Big Bang till the 21st century, will fast track our future scientists towards inventions. $2.99 on Kindle.
Bedtime Stories for Little Scientists: Volume 1 – From the Big Bang to Life on Earth
Free: Eddie The World’s Greatest Creature
Free: Good Day or Bad Day – I Love You Anyway!
Good Day or Bad Day – I Love You Anyway!
The poor little thing, woke up very upset,
thinking: “how much worse can it get?”
But mom was in a hurry and made it clear:
“We have to go now, there’s no time, my dear.”
That morning, mom had to say everything twice:
“Please brush your teeth and wear something nice.
Where are your shoes, you’re not ready at all…?
Why did you pour so much milk in that bowl?” Free on Kindle.
Free: The Three Royal Children and the Batty Aunt
Three royal siblings embark on the adventure of a lifetime in this fantastic story for children ages 6 and up.
Princess Celeste is bored to tears, and her brothers, Prince Jude and Prince Torrin, aren’t doing much better.
In a palace where all they have to look forward to are endless games of croquet and barley-water soup for supper, they don’t have much by way of excitement. Until the one night Torrin sees a light in a forgotten tower of the palace, and they meet a wonderful and mysterious aunt who unlocks a brand-new world of adventure they will never forget. Free on Kindle.
Free: The Snail Who Forgot the Mail
Teach your child patience !!!
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“You forgot the mail?!?!”
The king yelled at the snail.
But the snail stayed as calm as could be.
He was not afraid of the king, you see.
He knew where the gift was; he knew what to do.
The monsters learned that patience pays off too.
We are all familiar with the phenomenon of children wanting everything “here and now”. This story describes just such a situation. I hope you and your children will enjoy it and learn from. Free on Kindle.
Amelia the Mouse: Inventor Extraordinaire
Told in rhythmic rhyme, Amelia the Mouse: Inventor Extraordinaire is the story of an overzealous inventor mouse who never gives up. Always willing to help a friend, Amelia never loses her enthusiasm as she creatively embarks on her inventing journey. If only we could all be so passionate! This story reminds readers young and old that success happens where passion and determination meet. It encourages readers to try and fail, and that each failure is an opportunity to learn. Even when it means inventing a rocket cane for your friend Winston…This story, accompanied by beautifully illustrated pages, will be a favorite with children and parents alike! $2.99 on Kindle.
Free: The Colorless Chameleon
Chameleons communicate through their colors, but what happens if they give them all away? This is a beautifully illustrated, funny story on what it takes to stand up to your friends and claim what is rightfully yours. Shows kids 3-7 how to navigate the sometimes tumultuous feelings of early friendship. Free on Kindle.
Free: Jokes for Kids
The books “Jokes for kids” offers side-splitting fun anytime and anywhere.
Kids will be laughing and sharing silly jokes with everyone in no time! Great for early readers!
Kids love jokes! There are jokes about animals, school, monsters and knock knock jokes.
Lots of fun and entertainment for your child.
Keep kids laughing, learning, and reading for hours with this book of jokes for kids. Free on Kindle.
The Amazing Adventures of Jimmy Crikey
Jimmy’s orphaned life was miserable because of incessant bullying because he looked different. He ran away in search of a place where he could fit in and stumbled into the underground world of Roombelow. There he rescued the little lady, Gemma, who lived at the bottom of the well but didn’t know how she got there.
With the aid of magic from the friendly Witch Matilda, Jimmy’s courage saves Roombelow from several threats and he discovers the cave world which Gemma had been swept away from many years ago. Jimmy reunites Gemma with her family in Lithania. But Gemma is kidnapped by the Traders who carry her away to their world across great oceans. Magic and the aid of the Weatherman assist in Gemma’s rescue.
Jimmy’s confidence has grown so he decides to use the starship to visit his home on the planet of Attalia. An interstellar war ensues. His plan to defeat the aggressors succeeds and Jimmy, who has no living relatives remaining on Attalia, must decide where his future lies. He returns to his family of friends in the place he now calls home – Roombelow. See price on Kindle.
Free: Tales of Mr. Snuggywhiskers: The Autumn Tales
Who lives behind the tiny, red door with the cheese-shaped knocker, high in the tallest tree in the woods? When Hallie climbs the tree and crosses a magic branch, she shrinks to mouse size – just the right size to find out. She dares to peek inside, take tea with Mr. Snuggywhiskers, the friendly, well-spoken mouse who lives there, and discover the fun and mystery of his world. Free on Kindle.
Free: The Evil Covid Ninja
The Coronavirus has brought wearing a mask and social distancing to all of our daily lives. Children are going back to school in many communities. Family life, work-life, and/or daily life has been disrupted for most households. The beautiful illustrations help to bring alive the story as you share the coronavirus discussion with your child. Read and enjoy the illustrations in this story with your child today. Free on Kindle.
A Kite at the Edge of the World
In a seaside village, two boys meet. When the older boy reveals he is dying, the younger one announces, “Then we should do something fun today.” So they decide to make a kite. But first they’ll need supplies, and the money to buy them, and they’ll have to get around all the grown-ups who might stand in their way. And so this never-to-be-forgotten day begins. This is a story of friendship, of first loss, and of seizing the day. $0.99 on Kindle.
Free: Anna Banana
There was a woman whose name was Anna,
Who lived all alone inside a banana,
Her home was long and thin and tall,
With not much room from wall to wall.
It was crowded there and hard to rest,
Just half a closet to help her get dressed.
Her only belongings a plant and a ball,
No, there was no space inside there at all.
It was time for Anna to find a whole new place,
a home much wider with plenty more space. Free on Kindle.
Free: Ruby the Rainbow Witch: A Picture-Perfect Rainbow Day
Her world is full of scrumptious sweets. Can she make it even yummier by meeting new pals?
Young witch Ruby loves making new friends. So she goes out for a walk in her candy-filled neighborhood. And when she meets Fudge, the friendly frog who gives her a compliment, she happily uses her swirly-whirly wand to make his day! Free on Kindle.
Stay Home Superheroes: A Kid’s Guide to Social Distancing
Tigers Don’t Take Naps
Planet Subila
Free: Escape to Fairy Kingdom
Frustrated and tired of sharing with her little sister June, May escapes to a faraway fairy kingdom from her very own room. The fairies offer her everything she could possibly ask for – sweet treats galore, rainbows, unicorns, adventure and more. But is all of that dreamy stuff really enough? Free on Kindle.
Larry Skadarry the Forgetful Tooth Fairy
Everyone knows the drill. You lose a tooth, the Tooth Fairy comes. But have you ever woken to find your tooth still under your pillow? What happened? Find out as you follow Larry Skadarry’s many adventures as he tries – and fails – to make it to every house on his list.
This delightful rhyming story invites kids into the magical, nocturnal world of one forgetful fairy and gives parents an out when the Tooth Fairy doesn’t show. See price on Kindle.
Free: Kiss The Cat & The Dog
Free: The Story of Babushka
A beautifully illustrated book, with a magnificent story that children will love.
Babushka wants to find out the meaning of life so she sends her bodies out of the forest and into the world to search for answers. But there is a hurdle to overcome before all of the bodies can reunite and return to the forest.
WHAT IS A BABUSHKA?
The Babushka doll, also known as a “Matryoshka” or “Russian Nesting Doll”, is a traditional Russian toy first made over 100 years ago. The doll has come to symbolize Russian folk culture, as well as the complex and beautiful layers of women.
This is the story of one very special doll, with five bodies that form the Babushka: There was the outermost body, Antonia. She was pure beauty and everyone who saw her raved about her good looks. Beneath that body of beauty hid the second body, Loretta, who was richly adorned. She wore gold ornaments, and her robe was decorated with many different gems that glittered like the ocean on a sunny day. Hidden within the rich body was Paula the body that held all the talents. Whatever Paula did, she was sure to succeed. She knew how to work and always did so with joy and determination. Under the shell of the talented body was Viola, the body of wisdom. Viola knew a lot about the world and learned very quickly. She was always full of brilliant ideas and had clever solutions for every problem. The last body, the innermost and smallest of all, was Mary, the embodiment of love. Mary had a compassionate heart and was very helpful. She had the special ability to dry tears and mend broken hearts.
Reading this book, your child will learn about:
– The value of friendship and love.
– That financial wealth alone cannot make someone happy.
– Not to judge outer appearance.
– To recognize their value and much more. Free on Kindle.
Free: Dear Dr Cornflake
Dr Cornflake replies to his patient’s letters in his own unique and inimitable style. A nutty book that makes perfect reading for those with a zany sense of humour. Ideal for teenage boys and anyone whose fun faculty needs a jolt.
There are dozens of letters to peruse and to be amazed with, and if you can get beyond a few pages without going into hysterics of laughter, then you really are a deadpan character. It is a perfect book to cheer up those who are down in the mouth. It is almost certain to get a response that will vary from absolute gratitude to total bewilderment. Dr Cornflake is unforgettable and he may just have you laughing buckets full of tears. An ideal present for all members of the human race. FREE on Kindle