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Princess Sylvie and her father, the king, leave the palace gardens for a walk in the woods. Then Oskar the dog runs off after a cheeky hare and Sylvie's adventures begin. What will they find hiding in the forest? This is a delightful story for young...

Kelly and Kai love to play on the old tree trunk near their cottage in the woods: sometimes it's a horse, sometimes a crocodile and sometimes even a dragon. One day a mischievous gnome uses magic to turn the tree trunk into a real dragon which takes the...

To celebrate Eid, Abdullah's parents give him a cuddly teddy bear. The bear used to belong to Abdullah's dad, his abba, and it has a name, but Abba won't say what it is! Abdullah and his new bear become inseparable, but he can't guess what its name is...

In this fascinating work, Karl Konig offers a detailed study of the human soul's different characteristics. He looks at a range of human experiences, including pain, anxiety, fear, shame and anger, and he distinguishes four stages of consciousness:...

Travel to the magical Celtic lands to meet shapeshifting selkies, duelling dragons, a terrifying waterhorse, a cheeky changeling, a cunning fairy and a bloodthirsty giant... In this sumptuously illustrated new collection, award-winning Scottish author...

Christopher is playing alone in his garden when a magical adventure begins. An unusual boy called September introduces him to the garden folk -- the boisterous gooseberry boys, kind Mrs Bramley Apple, grumpy Old Man Blackcurrant and many more -- as they...

"Do you want to play at my house? You can stay and play all day. We can play anything!" Maybe the friends will bake cookie animals that roar and quack, be butterflies fluttering in the wind, count rainbow birds, sleep in an animal hotel or put on a show...

Elsa Beskow is one of Swedens best-known authors and illustrators. Her picture books have been loved for more than a century. This month-to-view calendar is beautifully illustrated with Elsa Beskows characteristic seasonal artwork, which features joyful...

Sam is heartbroken when his best friend Milo moves away. What will happen to the treehouse they were building together? When new neighbour Martha tries to make friends, Sam is angry and upset. He misses Milo too much to let someone else into his life...

"The cool on my toes felt kind of nice. As Mama held me tight, I thought: Maybe Ill go in next time." A childs first encounter with the sea leaves them feeling small and scared. What could be hiding in the dark depths below? When the family visits a...

A high quality 300-piece Scottish jigsaw for children aged 7 and up A bold and colourful illustration featuring famous places, landmarks and people from across Scotland Includes a full-size poster to help young puzzlers Printed on sustainable board...

Rosalind loves to play with her little deer in the shade of a flowering tree. Then one day a hunter and his dog accidentally frighten the deer away. The poor little deer is captured by a king and kept in a golden cage, but missing her freedom and her...

Beloved Swedish author--illustrator Elsa Beskow's charming vintage illustrations bring to life this classic Hans Christian Andersen tale of a thumb-sized girl who has big adventures. Thumbelina is so small she sleeps in a walnut shell bed with a violet...

When Peter and Lotta spend their first Christmas with Aunt Green, Aunt Brown, Aunt Lavender and Uncle Blue, they are amazed by all the surprises, from decorating the Christmas tree and delicious gingerbread to presents delivered by the Christmas Goat!...

Music therapy helps to support individuals mental and emotional lives through therapeutic exercises that utilise a variety of musical elements. Drawing on the work of Rudolf Steiner, Karl Koenig, a pioneer of various forms of therapy within the Camphill...

The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John have been translated many times into many languages. Kalmia Bittleston, an ordained priest of the Christian Community, spent the last ten years of her life translating the classic texts from the original Greek...

Meet some of Scotland's most spectacular women in this inspiring collection of biographies written for young people. From authors to athletes, scientists to singers, queens to campaigners, this diverse collection of women have influenced the world in...

The Age of Discovery was a time of exploration and developing new ideas, when Europeans first travelled across the seas to other lands. In his warm and expressive style, Charles Kovacs tells stories of key European historical figures, from the Crusades...

Say hello to Scotland's most famous feathered friends! From the rare swooping osprey to the burrow-digging puffin, and the fast-diving gannet to the capering capercaillie, children will love meeting Scotland's different birds in these fun and friendly...

"My dog Sam has a superpower. He doesn't wear a costume. He can't fly. And he definitely can't make himself invisible. Sam's superpower is happiness." Sam can find happiness in the most unexpected places: a smelly old boot, a deflated ball, even in a...

Celebrate the seasons with young children! Summer is one of the four wordless Seasons books created by renowned illustrator Gerda Muller. Loved for almost 30 years, the Seasons books are full of lively and charming vintage illustrations, which children...

"Far, far away from here in the magical Butterfly Kingdom live the brilliant and joyful butterfly folk. The little butterfly children are called chrysalids." The butterfly children love dancing among the flowers and visiting their little brothers and...

Celebrate the seasons with young children! Spring is one of the four wordless Seasons books created by renowned illustrator Gerda Muller. Loved for almost 30 years, the Seasons books are full of lively and charming vintage illustrations, which children...

The three New Testament letters of John are concerned with the development and well-being of the early Christian congregations. They share the significance of Christ's incarnation and his unique sacrifice, urging the churches to continue to seek God...

Celebrate the seasons with young children! Winter is one of the four wordless Seasons books created by renowned illustrator Gerda Muller. Loved for almost 30 years, the Seasons books are full of lively and charming vintage illustrations, which children...

The children of the forest live in the roots of an old pine tree. Each season brings new adventures for the children -- swimming and berry picking in summer; playing with fairies and harvesting mushrooms in autumn; sledging and feeding animal friends in...

The Gospel of John occupies a special place among the four Gospels. Not only is it precise in its historical details and its descriptions of the events of Jesus' life and work -- lending support to its claim of being an eye-witness account -- but it also...

The original biodynamic sowing and planting calendar, now in its 61st year. The easy-to-view layout features detailed planting, tending and harvesting information to help growers maximise the yield and vitality of crops and plants. Trusted by...

Through his work as a physician, Karl Koenig explored the relationship between the rhythm of the seasons, the Christian festivals, thinking in particular about their effect on human beings and communities. This fascinating collection of Koenig's essays,...

A century ago in central Europe, a small group of Rudolf Steiner's theology students, with the help of Steiner himself, established The Christian Community as a movement for religious renewal. From its founding they published a regular journal containing...

Turn back time and introduce little explorers to Scotland's past through some of its most famous historical places. Explore Orkney's Skara Brae with Stone Age villagers, command Urquhart Castle with Robert the Bruce, return to Jarlshof in Shetland after...

"Under the ground, deep in the earth among the roots of the trees, the little root children were fast asleep all winter long. . ." When spring comes, its time for the root children -- snowdrop, forget-me-not, buttercup, daisy and poppy -- to wake up!...

The definitive children's guide to one of Scotland's largest and most important castles. The history of Stirling Castle is the history of Scotland, and this fun, fact-packed book tells it all. Readers will: -- Discover why the castle was so important to...

When Goldilocks gets lost in the woods, she discovers a pretty house where everything comes in three sizes; big, medium and very little! Who could live here? And what will happen when they find Goldilocks sleeping in their house? This classic tale about...

Step into the sixteenth century for a unique glimpse into the dramatic life of Mary, Queen of Scots. Fascinating facts and diagrams are paired with lively illustrations and an exciting story, told from the perspective of Marys young servant.

Alongside his work with the Camphill movement, Karl König was a prolific writer of stories, poems and meditative verses. This book contains:  -- A selection of his creative work -- Verses for specific occasions -- Twenty-four poems -- Four stories...

Mama opened our bedroom door. "Come on, you two," she whispered. "We need to go now, to get there on time." Excited, the sleepy family step outside into a beautiful summer evening. Theyve entered a night-time world, quiet and shadowy, filled with fresh...

Discover the secrets of the Stone Age and travel back in time to see what life was like for the villagers of Skara Brae on Orkney.  This book introduces little explorers to Neolithic life through Scotland's most famous prehistoric village. Moving...

Scottish noble William Wallace is living as an outlaw, the leader of a band of brave rebels fighting to free Scotland's people from cruel English invaders. When he discovers that a huge English army is gathering at Stirling Castle, hoping to end the...

Enchantment is a profound human experience. When we encounter wonder, awe or amazement, that is enchantment. Enchantment can reveal profound truths, lead to deep values and become central to a life well-lived. This unique book explores how enchantment...

One day Arthur Conan Doyle will create the greatest detective of all - Sherlock Holmes. But right now, Artie Conan Doyle is a twelve-year-old Edinburgh schoolboy with a mystery of his own to solve. Artie and his best friend Ham are investigating the...

Gerda Muller was born in 1926 in Naarden, Holland. She attended the Fine Arts School of Amsterdam and Ecole Estienne of Paris. She has illustrated over 120 books for children and her books have been translated into many languages. She is the creator of...

There was once a powerful king so rich that he was known as the King of Gold. The king took his riches for granted until one day a wondrous star appeared and he was inspired to follow it into the desert. In the small town of Bethlehem, the king bowed to...

Victoria Williamson is a primary school teacher with a Master's degree in special needs education. Her first novel, the USBBY-honoured The Fox Girl and the White Gazelle is included in the 2019 Read for Empathy collection and has been longlisted for the...

Who were the Jacobites and what were they fighting for? Step into the shoes of siblings Rob and Aggie, young Jacobites living in the Scottish Highlands in 1745, the year of the final Jacobite Rising.  From the battlefield to the croft, each...

One morning Isla and her best friend Pickle, an adorable miniature Shetland pony, receive an exciting invitation. Isla's friend Rosie is having a Pony Party on the beach for her birthday. There's just one problem -- Isla hasn't learned to ride yet!...

If there's a wild animal in trouble, the Animal Adventure Club is here to help!   Isla, Buzz, Gracie and Lexi love helping the rangers at their local nature reserve -- and they love animals! So when the Animal Adventure Club find a baby otter...

The heart-warming tale of Greyfriars Bobby, the loyal Skye terrier, is well-known and loved throughout Scotland and the world.  Bobby the lively wee puppy who lives in Edinburgh, has many friends -- local policeman John Gray, the children at...