Books at Hope West Campus - Puri Indah

Pippi and Burt are tired of sharing their crowded nest with eight noisy little siblings, so off they fly to see the big, wide world and find a new home. But when they encounter all sorts of big, scary, hungry creatures, Pippi and Burt realise their crowded old nest is the best home of all. Here is an ideal story for anyone who appreciates the riotous joys (and challenges) of a large, rowdy family. It's a funny and warm tribute to both the thrill of adventure and the love of home.

An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller! Don't miss the seventh picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series from Jory John and Pete Oswald! The Big Cheese is the best at everything, and brags about it, too. When the annual Cheese-cathlon comes around, the Big Cheese is prepared to win, as always. But what happens when the quiet new kid, Wedge Wedgeman, comes out on top? Is a slice of humility all the Big Cheese needs to discover that some things are better than being the best?  Jory John and Pete Oswald serve up another heaping plate of laughs and lessons with this empowering, witty, and charming addition to their #1 New York Times bestselling series! Check Out Jory John and Pete Oswald's other funny bestselling books for kids ages four to eight and anyone who wants a laugh: The Bad Seed The Good Egg The Cool Bean The Couch Potato The Smart Cookie The Sour Grape The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape! The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, and the Spooky! The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It Gets! The Bad Seed Goes to the Library The Good Egg and the Talent Show That's What Dinosaurs Do

Ice cream might be your favorite dessert, but do you know how it's made? This new series explains just that. Come along on the journey as common household foods travel from farm to factory to table. Learn how grapes are made into jelly and peanuts are made into peanut butter. With clear process explanations and charming illustrations, this series answers the questions of curious and hungry kids. A child wonders where bread comes from and learns about the jobs of a wheat farmer, a miller, and a baker in a bread factory as they describe the steps in bread-making. This illustrated narrative nonfiction book includes world map of where wheat is grown, glossary, and further resources.

Little Bear is a worrier. He worries about everything! But with Mama Bear's help, he soon learns his worries are not so big after all. Little Bear worries about many things, like learning his ABCs, kicking goals at soccer, and scary things in the night. He also worries about failure, a very real fear children can experience. Through this engaging and beautifully illustrated story, children follow Little Bear's journey as he learns valuable strategies to confront and overcome his worries. With Mama Bear's caring support, children soon discover that everyone makes mistakes - and that's okay! And even our biggest worries can be managed when we bravely share them with a safe and trusted adult. Helpful and thought-provoking Discussion Questions and extra hints are included to help children manage anxiety.

This 2023 Texas Bluebonnet Award-winning picture book is a heartwarming tale of a pet tortoise learning to deal with loss. Oliver the tortoise has had his human, Ike, for a very, very long time now. In fact, they're the same age--80 years old--and practically twins. They both enjoy the slowness of the garden, cool water from the hose on a hot day, and a nice slice of honeydew melon. But when Ike stops visiting the garden, Oliver wonders why his pet has left him so soon. So he makes the long journey to see his mother ten gardens away--she will certainly have the answer. This tender story from the author and illustrator that brought us Memoirs of a Goldfish reminds us to cherish all the days we have with our pets and loved ones.

Miguel searches for sunflowers in his community garden in this vibrant exploration of growing food and healthy eating, from the Where in the Garden? series. Miguel is throwing a party at his community garden for all of his friends, and he needs help searching for sunflowers to complete the celebration. What do we know about sunflowers? They're tall with petals and leaves--and, hold on, is that a sunflower? No, that's an artichoke. Where, oh, where could those sunflowers be? Can you help Miguel find them in time for his party? The second title in the Where in the Garden? picture book series stars a young Latino boy who visits his community garden with his two dads to explore the fruits and vegetables growing there. Playful text guides young readers to hunt for visual clues and compare and contrast the unique characteristics of sunflowers against apricots, spinach, mushrooms, and other produce that grows in Miguel's community garden. Artist Samara Hardy brings this multi-layered story to life with vivid, cheerful illustrations created from layers of hand painted ink and watercolor texture. Back matter includes a refreshing sunflower seed salad recipe for little chefs and their adult helpers to try together.

From one little egg, a beautiful baby bird can hatch . . .

This fact-packed lift-the-flap book encourages young children to head out into nature and explore! Little ones will love learning what makes each bird unique, where to spot them, and even how to make a birdhouse of their very own. Packed with simple facts, activities and prompts, this is the perfect book to inspire a love of nature in your child.

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When Grandma gives you a lemon tree, definitely don't make a face! Care for the tree, and you might be surprised at how new things, and new ideas, bloom. "Charms from cover to cover." --Kirkus (Starred review)  "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade." In this imaginative take on that popular saying, a child is surprised (and disappointed) to receive a lemon tree from Grandma for her birthday. After all, she DID ask for a new gadget! But when she follows the narrator's careful--and funny--instructions, she discovers that the tree might be exactly what she wanted after all. This clever story, complete with a recipe for lemonade, celebrates the pleasures of patience, hard work, nature, community . . . and putting down the electronic devices just for a while.

This hilarious tale by debut picturebook author Anica Morse Rissi, brilliantly illustrated by Zachariah O'Hora, will keep kids giggling page after page as the class comes together to solve one BIG problem. When their class tadpoles are big enough, Mr. Stricter tells his students they can keep just one. The class chooses Bruno, the smallest of the bunch. But Bruno doesn't stay that way for long. Soon, he's grown into a giant, classroom-wrecking creature: he eats desks, he farts for show-and-tell, and he sneezes slime all over everything! With Mr. Stricter blinded by love for the pet, the students must step up and take matters into their own heroic hands.

Learn how humans have built dwellings to suit all kinds of habitats. Adapting themselves to all kinds of landscapes and climates, over the centuries humans have used their architectural ingeniousness to build amazing dwellings: find them here, from houses on stilts and igloos to tree houses and skyscrapers. Fully illustrated with clear, engaging artwork and intelligent, simple and original text presented in a clean, appealing design.

Transform your kitchen table into a battle ground with working mini models of historic battle machines. Make your own medieval battlements and towers, then prepare to defend your castle with mini-launchers and siege engines. Get ready to trick your friends with sneaky traps and triggers. You can make . . . A spring-armed catapult A medieval siege tower A ninja throwing star A marshmallow trigger . . . and much more! All you need are some simple household items. Mini Battle Machines is packed with fun illustrations, clear step-by-step instructions, and helpful tips. What's more, each project comes with bitesize facts explaining how the weapons and defenses were used through the ages. So what are you waiting for? Let battle commence!

This colourful storybook fosters young children's blossoming interest in the natural world, encouraging them to enjoy flowers where they grow: in meadows, in parks, and in their very own gardens. Learn the different parts of a flower. Find out why insects are attracted to flowers, and why sunflowers turn to face the sun. Then follow the lifecycle of a dandelion - from the first bud, to seeds dispersing in the wind.This title is part of the My First Discovery paperback series - a unique collection of beautifully illustrated information books for children aged 4 to 7, with simple language to aid learning and realistic artwork to inspire young minds. There are 8 transparent overlay pages, which reveal hidden surprises and make the pages come alive.

Discover the wonders of DNA in a fascinating new book from the creators of the award-winning Tiny Creatures and Many. Earth is full of life! All living things grow--plants, animals, and human beings. The way they grow, whether it be fast or slow, enormous or not so big, helps them survive. But growing is also about change: when people grow, they become more complicated and able to do more things. And they don't have to think about it, because bodies come with instructions, or DNA. With simple, engaging language and expressive, child-friendly illustrations, Nicola Davies and Emily Sutton provide an introduction to genetic code and how it relates to families to make us all both wonderfully unique and wholly connected to every living thing on earth.

Home, sweet home! Whether it's big or small - made of brick, wood, or ice - your home is always special. In this storybook, readers are welcomed into the homes of people from all over the world and throughout history; including the caves of prehistoric people, the teepees of American Indians, the igloos of the Inuits, houses on stilts in Indonesian waters, and even the space stations that astronauts call home.This title is part of the My First Discovery paperback series - a unique collection of beautifully illustrated information books for children aged 4 to 7, with simple language to aid learning and realistic artwork to inspire young minds. There are 8 transparent overlay pages, which reveal hidden surprises and make the pages come alive.

Have you ever wondered what makes bugs so special? In the How Do series, readers are invited to guess and then explore the science behind the right answers. The latest How Do book dives into all of the unique things spiders, worms, ladybugs, and many other insects can do through diagrams, illustrations, and informative and engaging text. About the How Do series:These visually appealing STEM titles for inquisitive readers and young science enthusiasts, are fully illustrated nonfiction picture books that are a great introduction to various STEM topics. Each title includes facts and figures, simple diagrams and hilarious illustrations and is written in a question-and-answer format to encourage readers to ask questions and guess the answers before exploring the science behind the correct answers.

Have you ever wondered how birds know when to fly south for the winter? An introduction to bird behavior including how and why woodpeckers peck, how pelicans fly without flapping their wings, why birds sing, and more is explored through diagrams, photos, and informative and engaging text in this newest addition to the How Do series.  About the How Do series: These fully illustrated nonfiction picture books are a great introduction to various STEM topics. Each title includes facts and figures, simple diagrams and hilarious illustrations and is written in a question-and-answer format to encourage readers to ask questions and guess the answers before exploring the science behind the correct answers.

Have you ever wondered how bridges don't fall down or how really old buildings stay standing up? In the How Do series, readers are welcome to guess along with the rest of us--and then explore the science behind the right answers. Basic principles of architecture and engineering are explored through diagrams, photos, and informative and engaging text. In How Do Bridges Not Fall Down?, readers will learn: ·      Different types of bridges and their characteristics ·      How column and beam structures are supported ·      Building techniques used in ancient buildings and why they are still standing today ·      How skyscrapers are built and how they are reinforced ·      How structures are built based on their geographic location

Have you ever wondered how you can make some extra spending money as a kid? The newest title in the How Do series provides tons of ideas and over 20 tips and facts on how to make some extra cash by doing jobs or selling goods in your neighborhood. Suggested jobs include:  * Selling cookies, lemonade, or cupcakes * House sitting * Babysitting * Pet sitting * Mowing lawns * Planting flowers * Shoveling snow * Trimming bushes * Washing cars and bikes * Pet grooming  * Tech support and digital organization * Holiday decorating and storage Each idea is presented through diagrams, illustrations, and informative and engaging text to help young readers find ways they can use their skills, knowledge, and resources to start their own business. Budgeting tips and money management skills are also explored in the back pages of the book. About the How Do series: These fully illustrated nonfiction picture books are a great introduction to various STEM topics. Each title includes facts and figures, simple diagrams, and hilarious illustrations and is written in a question-and-answer format to encourage readers to ask questions and guess the answers before exploring the science behind the correct answers.

Have you ever wondered how molecules form groups or how forces in chemistry interact? In the How Do series, readers are invited to guess and then explore the science behind the right answers. Basic principles of chemistry, including atoms, the elements, compounds, reactions, and more, are explored through informative and engaging text in this new addition to the How Do series. About the How Do series: These visually appealing STEM titles for inquisitive readers and young science enthusiasts, are fully illustrated nonfiction picture books that are a great introduction to various STEM topics. Each title includes facts and figures, simple diagrams and hilarious illustrations and is written in a question-and-answer format to encourage readers to ask questions and guess the answers before exploring the science behind the correct answers.

Have you ever wondered how and why satellites go to space? In the How Do series, readers are invited to guess and then explore the science behind the right answers. A basic explanation of how satellites work, what information they collect, and what happens to them once they are in space is explored through diagrams, illustrations, and informative and engaging text in this newest addition to the How Do series. About the How Do series:These visually appealing STEM titles for inquisitive readers and young science enthusiasts, are fully illustrated nonfiction picture books that are a great introduction to various STEM topics. Each title includes facts and figures, simple diagrams and hilarious illustrations and is written in a question-and-answer format to encourage readers to ask questions and guess the answers before exploring the science behind the correct answers.

Have you ever wondered how scientists perform experiments, form hypotheses, and report their findings? A basic explanation of the scientific method and how you can use it to perform your own experiments is explored through diagrams, photos, and informative and engaging text in this newest addition to the How Do series. About the How Do series: These fully-illustrated nonfiction picture books are a great introduction to various STEM topics. Each title includes facts and figures, simple diagrams and hilarious illustrations and is written in a question-and-answer format to encourage readers to ask questions and guess the answers before exploring the science behind the correct answers.

Have you ever wondered how seesaws go up and down or how screws stay secure in walls? In the How Do series, readers are invited to guess and then explore the science behind the right answers. Beginning concepts of mechanical engineering, including levers, wedges, inclined planes, and more, are explored in this newest engaging addition to the How Do series About the How Do series: These visually appealing STEM titles for inquisitive readers and young science enthusiasts, are fully illustrated nonfiction picture books that are a great introduction to various STEM topics. Each title includes facts and figures, simple diagrams and hilarious illustrations and is written in a question-and-answer format to encourage readers to ask questions and guess the answers before exploring the science behind the correct answers.