The story of Irma Stern, one of South Africa’s most famous artists, is shared in this wonderfully written biography, perfect for young artists and scholars.
A Passionate Vision – The Story of Irma Stern
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Educational Books
Kingsmead Book Fair 2018
As we look back on the 7th annual Kingsmead College Book Fair held in May we can only say 'yay!' for books and people who write them, read them, love them and support them. This is our third year of being involved and every year has shown huge growth and...
Lots of Dots for Little Hands
We’re dotty about this wipe-clean book for little ones. Dot-to-dots are brilliant for hand-eye co-ordination (that magic word) and they also help kids see the connection between lines making a bigger picture.
Mr Hare Meets Mr Mandela
When Mr Hare discovers a R200 note in his doorway and sees Mr Mandela’s face on it, he decides it must belong to him. He calls all the animals to announce that he will brave the city of Johannesburg to find him. The animals all warn him that he can’t read so he needs to be careful he doesn’t get lost in the ‘city of readers’.
My Cape Town ABC
My Cape Town ABC is a treasure trove of all things Cape. Parents will enjoy being reminded of some of the history of Cape Town and the surrounding areas, while kids will learn new words, including uniquely South African words, such as koeksister and Zeekoevlei.
Why Must I Go To School?
Why must I go to school? Why must I do as I am told? Good question. Said no parent ever. Now you can direct them to this philosophical series about the big questions children ask, leaving kids to decide for themselves.
101 Great Science Experiments
Next time your kids utter those two dreaded words: ‘I’m bored’ we have a new answer for you: ‘Go experiment.’ Invest in a few science experiment books that demonstrate some of the basic properties of the elements – from air and gases to water and liquids, light, electricity, motion and machines and more and watch the fun unfold.
The Promise of a Pencil
Ever thought of ditching the corporate world and devoting your life and career to building an NGO that promotes education throughout the world? You’re not the only one. As our children look to more altruistic careers there’s a good chance that many of them will search for a path just like this and this inspiring book might just show them the way
Way Home
The story opens on the back street of a big city – it’s early evening and a dog barks and a cat with no name scrambles up a fence. Shane, a young boy, spies the cat and coaxes the “Spitfire, Kitten Number One’ to climb into his jacket, promising he will take it home to ‘his place.’
Little Hands Trust Books
A sweet set of Little Hands Trust books by Nikli Daly for toddlers that explain concepts such as colours, shapes and textures in a simple and accessible way. Tom was immediately transfixed and looked at each page carefully making little noises when he saw the instruments.
Please Mr Panda
Mr Panda has a tray of doughnuts and he’s offering them to all the animals that come his way. But not one of them gets one until lemur comes along. Why did lemur get one (in fact the whole tray) and the other animals not one crumb?
My First Book of Seashore Life
A great companion to rock pool adventures and seaside holidays in the Southern Hemisphere. The book introduces over 50 creatures and plants found along our shores and beaches from sea bamboo to hermit crabs, cowries and the feather-duster worm.
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