Children's Books on Tour - Spring 2022

Theo, himself an enthusiastic Minecraft player, is given a high honour: he is appointed administrator of the Minecraft server at...

Theo, himself an enthusiastic Minecraft player, is given a high honour: he is appointed administrator of the Minecraft server at his school. But suddenly strange things start happening in the Minecraft world and more and more bugs in the game occur. Theo tells the Data Detectives about the strange attacks. Why would anyone want to harm the Minecraft club? And can the Data Detectives put an end to this nightmare?

Vicki, Laurin, Lina and Theo are the Data Detectives. The cheerful clique around the clever robot Babblebot experiences the possibilities and dangers of the digital world and fights smartly against cybercrime. Excitement and fun are guaranteed!

Mars is the most Earth-like planet in our solar system. Even in ancient times, it sparked people's imagination. In the...

Mars is the most Earth-like planet in our solar system. Even in ancient times, it sparked people's imagination. In the meantime, many space probes and rovers have explored Mars and uncovered some of its secrets. In the near future, humans are also expected to travel to the Red Planet.

Clear texts, exciting interviews and stunning pictures show how Mars was formed and how a Martian colony could supply itself with water, food and oxygen. A fascinating topic - comprehensibly and vividly explained!

WAS IST WAS, the famous fact book series for readers aged 8+, presents knowledge in brief, informative texts and with first-class photographs. Excellent infographics explain complex issues and funny extras deepen the knowledge.

A wild rollercoaster ride around the world and through time: In this book, children can discover pyramids, ghost ships and...

A wild rollercoaster ride around the world and through time: In this book, children can discover pyramids, ghost ships and Area 51. They travel to the most beautiful places and marvel at natural wonders like huge waterfalls, sand dunes as high as houses and fantastic beaches. Thanks to many graphics and easy-to-understand texts, children also learn how the earth was formed and how it has changed over millions of years. This leads directly onto the important topics of our time such as climate change and species extinction. Because that is what is special about this book – it links geology and geography, biology, physics and history with life today in an entertaining, age-appropriate way!

Is a cloth bag always more environmentally friendly than plastic? What is the ecological footprint of pets? And what causes...

Is a cloth bag always more environmentally friendly than plastic? What is the ecological footprint of pets? And what causes less CO2? Streaming via the smartphone or the TV? 50 unique and vivid graphic illustrations, specially developed for this book, present climate and environmental protection from an extraordinary perspective. It quickly becomes clear that we should all care about the environment. The infographics help to make facts easier to understand, to better classify contexts and provide new perspectives. A book that both children and adults will enjoy picking up again and again.

The cosy café in the centre of Edinburgh, and her sister - Amelia tells herself every day that this is...

The cosy café in the centre of Edinburgh, and her sister - Amelia tells herself every day that this is all she needs to live a happy life. Until one day, who should walk into the café but bestselling author Jasper Haven. Amelia soon realises that, underneath his cool facade, there is more to Jasper. At last, on a road trip through the Scottish Highlands, the sparks flying between them can no longer be denied. And then Jasper's past comes to light ...

Vol. 2: Autumn 2022

The popular children’s book series „1000 Dangers. You Decide!” is finally available for early readers! Every path takes you on...

The popular children’s book series „1000 Dangers. You Decide!” is finally available for early readers! Every path takes you on a new adventure. You work in a tavern called the “Flying Fish” on a remote island – the perfect hideout for pirates. One day, a treasure map is stolen. Will you go look for it and find the treasure? Or will you set sail with Captain Perkin? Will you board the enemy’s pirate ship or will you end up getting stranded on a desert island?

• Vol. 1: Evil at the Dino Park

• Vol. 2: Turmoil at the Knights’ Castle

Nova and Henry have a special talent: they can talk to cats. But not only that! They are Felidix, cat...

Nova and Henry have a special talent: they can talk to cats. But not only that! They are Felidix, cat guardians, and they must stop a fur-raising crime: Penelope the Siamese has cat-napped the rightful cat queen of England and is holding her captive. Now she just has to get rid of all the midnight cats – the queen’s bodyguards – and the cat crown will be hers! For Nova and Henry, an adventure begins that takes them all over London.

• Vol. 2: Autumn 2022

• Vol. 3: Spring 2023

More than 200 large and small, flying, rolling, quiet, noisy, colourful and exceptional vehicles are waiting to be discovered. A...

More than 200 large and small, flying, rolling, quiet, noisy, colourful and exceptional vehicles are waiting to be discovered. A very special, entertaining and colourful vehicle lexicon with lots of details, for children aged 2 years and over.

Series Edition Piepmatz: parents and children alike will love the appealing, simplified illustrations and charming texts of the series Edition Piepmatz. The concepts are carefully designed and beautifully executed.

Suri’s mother reckons there are worse things in life than living in a castle. But Suri and her brothers Bjarne...

Suri’s mother reckons there are worse things in life than living in a castle. But Suri and her brothers Bjarne and Erik disagree. The castle is located in the dull flatlands, and managed by their mother’s boyfriend, who’ll be living there with them. The fact that he has a daughter doesn’t make things any easier, because Amy’s pretty special. She can barely contain her excitement at the prospect of being part of a blended family – but it looks like her wish might not come true …

• Bestselling author Monika Feth’s story about being different – told from the perspective of Amy, a girl with Down’s syndrome, and her stepsister Suri.

• A life-affirming, perceptive and touching novel about living with Down’s syndrome, blended families and friendship.

• Bestselling author Feth enchants us with her subtle observations, her vivid and evocative style, and her realistic characters.

Trainee magician Minyo and his friends are searching for the Castle of Wishes. But what does this mysterious place look...

Trainee magician Minyo and his friends are searching for the Castle of Wishes. But what does this mysterious place look like? Polar bear Propella thinks it’s an icy citadel in the sky, Mimosa the butterfly says it must be a castle made of slender vines, and the fish Gurmetti is convinced it’s a fabulous ship. But in the end they all agree that the true Castle of Wishes is where your heart is …

• A splendid large-format hidden object book packed with fairy-tale elements, and a fascinating look at the most romantic, unlikely and fantastical buildings.

Billy Bock lives and works in Berlin. She is a graduate in communications design and illustrates and designs children's books. She particularly has fun developing her own projects for the senses, from touch-and-feel books to 3D pop-up books. Every detail is important to her and she sometimes even letters titles by hand. She places particular value on humour and playful aspects.

When Paul stumbles across a glittery crown at playschool, his friend Tarek says that sparkly things are just for girls....

When Paul stumbles across a glittery crown at playschool, his friend Tarek says that sparkly things are just for girls. But what happens when a boy plays with them anyway? Does he turn into a glittering star? Does the world come to an end? Paul and Tarek pluck up their courage and have a go – who cares if the other kids laugh at them! Tilly decides to be brave as well, and stands up for Paul and Tarek. After all, girls are courageous and strong too!

• A picture book that encourages all children – boys AND girls – to be who they are, and to question ‘typical’ gender roles.

• An age-appropriate approach to the subject of gender stereotypes and diversity

• With fun and lively illustrations by the internationally renowned illustrator Eefje Kuijl

Milena Baisch, born in 1967, is a German children’s and YA author who started writing stories while she was still at school. Since graduating from the Berlin Film Academy, she has also written children’s plays for stage, screen and radio. She is the winner of the 2011 German Children’s Book Prize.

Eefje Kuijl, born in 1978, studied illustration at the Hogeschool voor de Kunsten in Utrecht. Since then she has worked for many clients on a wide variety of projects. She creates colourful illustrations for books, children's magazines and much more.

It’s an ordinary day in the Truthful Wood, and the animals are doing what they always do: gathering food, sweeping...

It’s an ordinary day in the Truthful Wood, and the animals are doing what they always do: gathering food, sweeping their dens and fixing their garden fences. None of them notices that something unusual is going on: a strange creature has appeared at the edge of the wood, dragging a heavily loaded cart. Only Zara the squirrel sees the street rat – dressed in smart trousers and a scarf that smells of the big city – set up a stage, with a sign reading: "A new adventure every night!" Little does she know that Minna Melon is about to turn the animals’ lives upside down with her fantastical stories.

• Inspires readers to broaden their horizons and challenge prejudice

• Key message: you can achieve anything – all you have to do is join in and use your imagination

• An ingenious and lyrical story by bestselling author Sven Gerhardt

• With brightly coloured illustrations by up-and-coming artist Mareike Ammersken

Sven Gerhardt, born in 1977, would very much have liked to have been a scoundrel himself, but then decided to make a living by honest means. After several years in advertising, he now works as a graphic designer and writer. He finds there is nothing better than a well designed children's book with amusing illustrations and a super story. His wife and three children – who incidentally have no similarity with the Haystack Scoundrels – see it the same way.

After completing her training in social pedagogy and working as a nursery school teacher, Mareike Ammersken, born in 1992, decided to study illustration at HAW Hamburg. Book illustration has always been particularly close to her heart. Her atmospheric illustrations are inspired by long walks with her dog and the many encounters with a wide variety of people from her everyday professional life.

50 HILARIOUS PUZZLES....

50 HILARIOUS PUZZLES.

Whether it’s gross ice cream flavours or exploding dog poop, these hilarious tales are full of strange goings-on – mysteries that can only be solved by asking questions, guessing, and puzzling. Astonishment and spontaneous smiles guaranteed.

black stories Junior are suspense-packed riddle card games for ages 8 and up. Players can crack the case together, but only one knows the single, correct answer. Corinna Harder has written over 1,400 puzzles for black stories and black stories Junior for moses. Verlag. Helmut Kollars has been a freelance illustrator for publishers and advertisers for over 20 years. Together, Corinna and Helmut create tricky black stories Junior and a fascinating world full of secrets.

• A bestseller-series – black stories Junior has sold more than 900,000 copies since 2009!

A SEASIDE ADVENTURE WITH THE RED THREAD....

A SEASIDE ADVENTURE WITH THE RED THREAD.

Flying kites on the beach! That’s what Ella and Luis like to do best. But then the pesky kite breaks free. Chase it quick! The wild pursuit leads them among sandcastles, across the waves, and underwater! Get the kids to help out and pass the red thread through the punched holes as they pursue the kite.

This funny story lets imagination run wild while taking a playful approach to practising fine motor skills. This creative concept requires children's help: the stories must be completed with a red string. Small holes punched in the pages show the path they must follow – but in which order? They can check at the end whether they found all the holes!

• The child becomes part of the story

• Promotes fine motor skills

• Thread the way through the story

After several successful years as a makeup artist for various television shows, Saskia Gaymann works as a freelance illustrator and cartoonist in Cologne since 2008. She has published twelve books so far. Cheeky, curious, self-confident and with a wide grin on their faces, the big and small heroes in Saskia's work go on a voyage of discovery through life with wit and an unmistakable style.

Experience physics — (almost) using nothing but paper....

Experience physics — (almost) using nothing but paper.

Physics is easier than you think! You won't need much more than the paper templates from this book to perform countless different physics experiments. A paper rocket explains the principle of aerodynamics, a dragon whirligig shows how warm air flows upwards, and a walking robot dog makes gravity visible. Information boxes containing further fascinating facts invite you to explore the phenomena behind the experiments. Small experiments – big Aha! moments

• A successful combination of Marc Schumann's expertise in physics and Nicola Berger's playful and easy-to-follow instructions, all complemented by Peter Zickermann's striking illustrations.

• Winner of the German Youth Non-fiction Book Prize 2021 in the STEM category.

Marc Schumann studied physics. When he was offered the opportunity to write this book, he didn't have to think twice because, as a child, nothing could have been more exciting for him than a book that shows and explains the laws of physics through simple experiments and exciting craft projects.

Nicola Berger is a writer and editor. It brought her great joy to write a book that teaches children how to enjoy physics and how to experience the laws of physics every day.

Peter Zickermann lives and works in Bielefeld. After his studies in visual communication and working in various agencies, he has been self-employed since 1998, specializing in illustration, typography and book design.

What would lilies of the valley be without ants? What would the forest be without jaybirds? And what would bees...

What would lilies of the valley be without ants? What would the forest be without jaybirds? And what would bees be without pollen?

This book invites kids on a journey through our native habitats, season by season. It shows how flora and fauna live in harmony and why one species cannot live without the other. Animals and plants live in a cosmos that is in balance. This book shows kids why this balance is so very important and why we must spare no effort to protect it. A non-fiction book for kids about a respectful coexistence with nature—and at the same time, a declaration of love to the diversity of our planet.

• An illustrated guide to the symbiotic relationship between humans, animals and plants, with countless loving details in the elaborate illustrations by internationally renowned illustrator Steffen Walentowitz.

• Four information bubbles on each double page illustrate the cycle of mutual support between plants and animals.

Steffen Walentowitz is a passionate painter and illustrator. He has illustrated natural history books since 1986. His paintings have been exhibited in Canada, England, Germany, Israel, the Netherlands and the USA.

Ilka Sokolowski initially worked as a literary editor of children’s non-fiction books after completing her studies, then as a contributing editor for the Spielen & Lernen magazine. She has published countless books on nature and environmental topics.

Becky Librum moves to an old dilapidated castle with her father and her chipmunk Lotti. There she discovers a secret...

Becky Librum moves to an old dilapidated castle with her father and her chipmunk Lotti. There she discovers a secret children's library with her new friend Hugo and his dog Watson. Becky alone is chosen to save the books before they turn to dust forever. In this gripping magical adventure series, a strong girl not only experiences a move to a castle, but also the greatest adventure of her life: she is to save the magical world of books!

Wonderfully idiosyncratic magical creatures, talking animals and her best friend stand by the brave protagonist. Girls and boys aged 8+ will be thrilled. An exciting, imaginative story complemented by wonderfully atmospheric illustrations. A book to immerse yourself in.

Barbara Rose is an author of books for children and young people and a journalist. For over ten years she made up stories for television and presented programmes for children and young people on the radio. She now works as a freelance author and can do what she enjoys most: writing books and reading from them.

"Only reading saves the books, here and everywhere in the world: (...) A series (...) that deals with the fascinating power of books and aims to take young readers into the mysterious universe of fantastic stories".

Bücher

"Salvation for the books – (...) enthralling story."

Kölnische Rundschau

"The mix of motifs does it! (...) A pinch of magic and fantasy is paired with the criminalistic flair of shrewd and cheerful children's characters."

kinderundjugendmedien.de

The animals have a pretty good idea of what their paradise should look like. To achieve this, they need their...

The animals have a pretty good idea of what their paradise should look like. To achieve this, they need their new farmer Claire, who is to redesign the farm according to an elaborate plan. And of course the little donkey Liebernicht, to whom Claire can't refuse anything. Before he can think "Lieber nicht", he is caught in the middle of a paradisiacal plan. Will the animals get their farm paradise? Or does Claire want to give up the adventure of country life so quickly? Surely not!

Martin Baltscheit, born in Düsseldorf in 1965, studied communication design in Essen. He has since worked as a comic artist, illustrator, actor, and an author of internationally best-selling children’s books, prose, radio and theatre plays. He has won numerous awards for his work.

"It's another one of those typical Martin Baltscheit stories that children love and adults enjoy reading aloud because they are full of mischief and poetry."

Buchjournal Kids

"The animal characters seem almost human (...) certainly the reason why one's heart swells while reading."

Eselsohr

"Also in terms of colour, the scenes, like the text, sparkle with liveliness. (...) perfectly suited for reading aloud".

1001 – The Magazine for Children's and Youth Literature

Making sport a child's game! - Promotes mobility and helps against lack of exercise...

Making sport a child's game! - Promotes mobility and helps against lack of exercise

Let's bring movement into the children's room! Do we want to stalk like a tiger, waddle like a duck or stride like a crane? Imitating animals is great fun! At the same time, we're also doing something for our minds and bodies. And afterwards we feel really good and relaxed! These 16 movement exercises promise to promote attention and language development in a playful way, while at the same time preventing a lack of movement and increasing our own well-being.

Hanjo Fritzsche works as a personal trainer and health coach in Munich. With his "Stand Up&Move!" concept he brings movement into companies and has been making people fitter and happier with his "boot camp workouts" for over 10 years. Through his teacher training studies (sports/English) and his past time as a youth basketball coach, he has a special connection to children. Hanjo loves broccoli, the Isar river and unicorns.

"A bit of picture book, a bit of non-fiction and a bit of fitness primer: "Jump like a kangaroo!" combines it all."

Abendzeitung München

"Fitness secrets for the children's room – Step-by-step instructions and animating pictures spark the joy of gymnastics and incidentally promote physical and mental development. Fritzsche (...) also has a special connection to children."

Münstersche Zeitung

Ruby Fairygale's first adventure – lovingly and excitingly told, with many atmospheric illustrations....

Ruby Fairygale's first adventure – lovingly and excitingly told, with many atmospheric illustrations.

Eight-year-old Ruby Fairygale lives on a small island near the west coast of Ireland. After school, she helps her grandmother, who works as a veterinarian. But the two of them have a big secret: they know that the island is home not only to animals but also to magical mythical creatures that need their help. Summer vacation at last! Now Ruby can spend the whole day helping her grandma. Not only do they take care of animals, but also fairies, goblins and other mythical creatures! It's not easy to keep this secret – especially from Briana, the most unfriendly girl in Ruby's class. When her father's fishing nets are destroyed, Briana suspects a pack of seals and is determined to drive them away. But Ruby suspects that something else is behind this. Something completely magical ... And sure enough: a little mermaid has become entangled in the fishing net! Can Ruby still stop Bri without revealing her secret?

Kira Gembri was born in Vienna in 1990, the second oldest of five children. She remained faithful to this beautiful city even after completing her studies in Comparative Literature.

She shares her love of books with her little daughter, who is a firm believer in fairy tales. By the way, there are no mythical creatures living with her – but there is a cat who was definitely a goblin in his former life.

"Kira Gembri tells an entirely innocent story about two teenagers who are both trapped in their loneliness, which is teeming with mythical creatures."

Mathias Ziegler, Wiener Zeitung

"A beautiful story for children about how difficult it is to accept others without prejudice."

Judith Hemmen, Westfälische Rundschau

"A very imaginative, magical story of friendship that keeps you enthralled until the end."

Schleswig-Holsteinischer Zeitungsverlag

Selected for "Shoot the Book" in Cannes (2021)