Children's literature books from England
Recommended children's literature books (59)
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If you are into children's literature here are some children's literature books from England for the next part of the Read Around The World Challenge.
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Plant Life in Field and Garden by Arabella Buckley EN
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Third volume in the "Eyes and No Eyes" series, introduces children to the wonders of plant life through examination of a variety of plants, including the cabbage, the turnip, the cucumber, and the rose. In addition to becoming familiar with the structure of plants, the reader discovers how seeds grow, how insects help, and how plants defend themselves. Through this book children are inspired to become keen observers of plant life as they collect specimens and study plants in their natural habitats. Seven color illustrations and numerous black and white drawings complement the text. Suitable fo... continue
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Shakespeare Retold by E. Nesbit EN
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A beautifully illustrated collection of prose retellings of seven Shakespeare plays will bring the Bard to life for young readers. Not only is this a beautiful keepsake edition, full of gorgeous illustrations by Antonio Javier Caparo, but the prose retellings by beloved classic children’s book author E. Nesbit are an excellent tool to introduce children to the complex language of Shakespeare. A foreword by John Lithgow touches on his own childhood as a Shakespearean actor and the importance of Shakespeare. The book contains extensive support materials, including a biography, a timeline of Shak... continue
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Michael was looking forward to moving into a new house. But now his baby sister is ill, his parents are frantic, and Doctor Death has come to call. Michael feels helpless. Then he steps into the crumbling garage and encounters a strange being who changes his world forever.
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The Awakening of Europe by M. B. Synge EN
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Explores the history, culture, people, events, and development of western civilizations from antiquity through the end of the nineteenth century; and covers reformation in Germany, the Netherlands, France and England; as well as the settlement of the American colonies; and more.
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The Chronicles of Chrestomanci by Diana Wynne Jones EN
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In this multiple parallel universes of the Twelve Related Worlds, only an enchanter with nine lives is powerful enough to control the rampant misuse of magic--and to hold the title Chrestomanci... The Chants are a family strong in magic, but neither Christopher Chant nor Cat Chant can work even the simplest of spells. Who could have dreamed that both Christopher and Cat were born with nine lives--or that they could lose them so quickly?
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The Complete Tales by Beatrix Potter EN
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This collection of Beatrix Potter's 23 tales includes her well-known characters such as Peter Rabbit and Squirrel Nutkin with four unpublished works.
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The Indian in the Cupboard by Lynne Reid Banks EN
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The Indian in the Cupboard is the first of five gripping books about Omri and his plastic North American Indian - Little Bull - who comes alive when Omri puts him in a cupboard For Omri, it is a dream come true when the plastic American Indian he locks into the old cupboard comes to life. Little Bull is everything an Indian brave should be - proud, fearless and defiant. But being in charge of a real, live, human being is a heavy responsibility, as Omri soon discovers. And when his best friend, Patrick, is let in on the secret, he soon realises that life-changing decisions lie ahead.
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The Key to the Indian by Lynne Reid Banks EN
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He felt a draft of cold air. Instinctively he put his arms around his body. Then he looked down at himself and got a shock. He was naked...His first instinct was to hid. he scrambled over the earth floor of the longhouse and ducked under the curtain. Beyond was deeper darkness, but he could make out a sort of room with a raised section against the wall. On this was a mountain range covered with fur, in the shape of a sleeping giant. Omri stared all around, feeling the beginnings of panic. "Dad!" he whispered as loudly as he dared... There was no answer. Omri felt intensely vulnerable with no c... continue
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The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton EN
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Jo, Bessie and Fanny take their cousin Rick on an adventure he'll never forget to the magic Faraway Tree, where he meets Moon-Face, Silky the fairy and Saucepan Man, and visits all the different lands at the top of the Faraway Tree. Like the Land of Spells, the crazy Land of Topsy-Turvy, and the land of Do-As-You-Please, where the children ride a runaway train
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THE MERCHANT OF VENICE: Tales From Shakespeare by Charles Lamb , Mary Lamb , Arthur Rackham (Illustrator) EN
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THE MERCHANT OF VINICE: Tales from shakespeare - ILLUSTRATED - FOR YOUNG READERS THE MERCHANT OF VENICE TALES FROM SHAKESPEARE ILLUSTRATED EDITION A charming introduction for young readers of this classic Shakespearean tale as presented by Charles and Mary Lamb in their 1909 edition of Tales From Shakespeare. Classic illustrations by Arthur Rackham. Edited and recommended for young readers by The Gunston Trust Ages: Young Adults