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9783899551327 01.Pdf SPRING 2020 “Make it a rule never to give a child a book you would not read yourself.” GEORGE BERNARD SHAW Nothing fosters children’s imaginations better than a book. They help us understand the world, pique our natural curiosity, impart knowledge, and hearten us to be empathetic and brave. In Great Numbers charts the history and power of numbers and mathematics. Beautifully illustrated, it is a celebration of the impor- tance of numbers in our daily lives. Dive deep into The World of Whales and learn about these amazing creatures, their behavior and environment, and how we can help protect them for future genera- tions. Let’s Play Outdoors! for young adventurers is packed full of activities to discover the nature all around you while Beyond the Horizon takes you on a poetic journey of discovering yourself. Little Gestalten celebrates today’s most innovative authors and illustrators by bringing their work to life through pop-ups, charming picture books, classic fairytales with a contemporary twist, and original works of non-fiction. Thoughtfully designed, diligently printed and bound, our books are pushing the boundaries of tradi- tional storytelling. We hope you enjoy discovering our new titles. Little Gestalten SPRING 2020 Contents Frontlist Life and I 20 In Great Numbers 4 The Night Watchman 20 The World of Whales 6 The Incredible Three and a Half Superheroes 20 Let’s Play Outdoors! 8 Friends Forever 20 Beyond the Horizon 10 Lou Caribou 20 My Body 20 Recent Does This Happen to Everyone? 20 Precious Planet 12 That’s What You Think! 20 The Illustrated Atlas of Architecture 13 Andersen 21 Let’s go to Italy! 14 Grimm 21 Garbage Dog 15 The Pied Piper of Hamelin 21 The Acrobat Family 16 Madame Eiffel 21 Backlist Plip, the Umbrella Man 21 Elsa and the Night 21 The Carousel of Animals 17 All My Animals 22 Six Little Birds 17 Little Gestalten Bag “All My Animals” 22 The Acrobat Family 17 The Small World of Paper Toys 17 A–Z Index 23 Puss in Boots 17 Little Red Riding Hood 17 Masks in the Forest 17 Lucas 17 Petting Zoo Memo Game 17 Easy Peasy 18 A Taste of the World 18 Show & Tell Me the World 18 Space Kids 18 The Big Book of Treasures 18 Animal Allstars 18 How Big is Big? How Far is Far? All Around Me 18 How Big Is Big? How Far Is Far? 18 The Zoo’s Grand Opening 18 Alphabetics 19 All My Animals 19 What Do Grown-Ups Do All Day? 19 The Children and the Whale 19 The Mystery of the Golden Wonderflower 19 Goliath 19 Issun Bôshi 19 The Honey Hunter 19 Jane’s Blanket 19 I am Life 20 NEW In Great Numbers How Numbers Shape the World We Live In Written by Isabel Thomas Illustrated by Daniela Olejníková Category: Non-Fiction Recommended for: Ages 8 and up Release: March 2020 Features: Full color, hardcover, stitch bound, 64 pages, 24 × 28 cm, 9 ½ × 11 inches Price: € 19.90 (D) £ 16.95 $ 24.95 (US) ISBN: 978-3-89955-820-3 SAMPLE COVER ISABEL THOMAS studied In Great Numbers will introduce children to the Human Sciences at Oxford fascinating world of numbers and explains how University and has pub- they help us in our daily life. lished over 150 books for children and young adults. Imagine a world without numbers. How would we ask for three Slovakian illustrator scoops of ice cream? Or know whether we’ve got 60 minutes left DANIELA OLEJNÍKOVÁ is passionate about screen- to play with our friends rather than 60 seconds? Why does a printing and linocut and minute have 60 seconds anyway and not 100? Where does zero has illustrated more than 20 titles for junior readers. come from and what language do computers understand? Without the wonder ful invention of numbers, how would we be able to count, measure, and compare? Over the centuries, people YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE have conceived more and more clever ways to use them to understand the world around us, build cities, find our way home, and more. In Great Numbers is a fun book that will help children realize how fascinating and exciting numbers can be. WHAT TO EXPECT • Colorful and engaging illustrations How Big is Big? How Far is Far? • A wide array of topics, including transportation, time, All Around Me space, and computers, that will keep even the most curious of minds absorbed Illustrated by Jun Cen € 17.90 (D) £ 17.95 $ 24.95 (US) • A trusty companion for math class ISBN: 978-3-89955-780-0 (METRIC) ISBN: 978-3-89955-812-8 (IMPERIAL) 4 5 NEW The World of Whales Get to Know the Giants of the Ocean Written by Darcy Dobell Illustrated by Becky Thorns Category: Non-Fiction Recommended for: Ages 5 and up Release: January 2020 Features: Full color, hardcover, stitch bound, foldout, 74 pages, 24 × 28 cm, 9 ½ × 11 inches Price: € 19.90 (D) £ 16.95 $ 24.95 (US) ISBN: 978-3-89955-830-2 SAMPLE COVER Wildlife lover DARCY Dive into an exploration of these majestic DOBELL is the author of mammals, one of the most fascinating animal many scientific textbooks species on the planet. and articles aimed at younger readers, and advises organizations on how to protect the oceans. You already know that whales aren't fish, but did you know they are mammals, just like us humans, who need to hold their breath British illustrator BECKY THORNS has an inquisitive under water? design style inspired by In The World of Whales we explore many interesting facts about her travels. The World of Whales is her first picture these fantastic animals, looking at the habits and characteristics that book. make the many species of this family so special. From the stealthy orcas that traverse the seas, to the beautiful songs of humpbacks and the booming calls of the blue whales, we immerse ourselves in the lives of these grandiose swimmers. Join our subaquatic expedition to YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE follow agile fins and flukes, learn about their routines, and marvel as these marine giants breach the ocean’s surface. WHAT TO EXPECT • A book that helps to build a relationship between children and the environment • Detailed breakdowns and striking illustrations of 16 whale species and their habitats • Fun and interesting facts about whales’ social The Children and the Whale behavior and feeding patterns by Daniel Frost • Tips on how to protect the ocean Price: € 14.90 (D) £ 12.95 $ 19.95 (US) ISBN: 978-3-89955-816-6 6 7 NEW Let’s Play Outdoors! Exploring Nature for Children Written by Catherine Ard Illustrated by Carla McRae Research by Polly Jarman Category: Non-Fiction Recommended for: Ages 5 and up Release: March 2020 Features: Full color, hardcover, stitch bound, 56 pages, 21 × 26 cm, 8 ¼ × 10 ¼ inches Price: € 14.90 (D) £ 12.95 $ 19.95 (US) 978-3-89955-843-2 SAMPLE COVER CATHERINE ARD’S first job after her studies was writing children's comics. A book that encourages children to go and play Since then, she has written and edited many outside and discover what nature has to offer. craft books for children. She lives in Bristol with her family, where their little dog, Annie Leave the house and roam through nature: It is a fascinating place, sleeps at her feet while she is working. waiting to be conquered by little ones with curious minds. Whether CARLA McRAE is an in the garden, park, or a nearby forest, a closer look at nature will Australian illustrator draw out budding architects, their first constructions built from living and working in Melbourne. Her work stones, branches, and leaves; a thorough investigation of trees will covers editorial, publish- reveal all kinds of insects; and listening to animals will teach their ing, and branding. She also likes to design socks sounds. Let’s Play Outdoors! is for a new generation of environmen- and paints large-scale mural projects. tally conscious children, showing them how to interact with their POLLY JARMAN has surroundings in a meaningful way. The activities suggested inspire worked for many years independent learning about animals, plants, and the weather, as with young people through environmental well as how to look after the world. education and outdoor activity projects. WHAT TO EXPECT YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE • Over 20 activities and ideas • Simple, easy-to-follow instructions that help the fun unfold • Information on the importance of why and how nature works • A bold and colorful illustration style Easy Peasy Written by Kirsten Bradley, illustrated by Aitch Price: € 14.90 (D) £ 12.95 $ 19.95 (US) ISBN: 978-3-89955-824-1 8 9 NEW Beyond the Horizon by Carolina Celas Category: Picture Book Recommended for: Ages 4 and up Translation: Jethro Soutar Release: February 2020 Features: Full color, hardcover, stitch bound, 40 pages, 19 × 28 cm, 7 ½ × 11 inches Price: € 14.90 (D) £ 12.95 no U.S. Distribution ISBN: 978-3-89955-840-1 SAMPLE COVER Lisbon-based illustrator Just like the ungraspable horizon, each of us is CAROLINA CELAS works limitless. Uncover the infinite potential of your as a freelance author who imagination with . uses different mediums in Beyond the Horizon her storytelling, where fic- tion and reality regularly overlap. Through her The world’s horizon is considered a limit to the vastness of our humor and attention to planet. For a little girl with a boundless imagination and detail, the reader is taken into the realms of the fantastical and surreal. irrepressible curiosity, it’s more than a frontier, it’s an invitation to explore and pursue what is ever-present but always just out of reach.
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