Children's Books on Tour 2023 - Autumn Collection

LOGICO PRIMO is an educational game with self-checking for children aged 3 to 6, for learning in kindergarten, at preschool and at home....

LOGICO PRIMO is an educational game with self-checking for children aged 3 to 6, for learning in kindergarten, at preschool and at home. The LOGICO PRIMO board with 6 handy moveable buttons is designed for children aged 3 to 6.

Using LOGICO PRIMO learning cards, children practise concentration & perception, logical thinking, colours & shapes, numeracy, Reading Readiness, sequencing, sorting and classifying, and language development.

When solving these tasks, children develop thinking skills in sorting and classifying, which involve visual perception (sorting by colour, shape...

When solving these tasks, children develop thinking skills in sorting and classifying, which involve visual perception (sorting by colour, shape and pattern) and logical thinking (categorising, classifying and finding the odd one out in groups of objects).

When sorting and classifying items, children group them according to certain characteristics or attributes (e.g., colour, shape, size) and find similarities and differences between objects.

The learning cards, “Sorting and Classifying,” help children to develop a range of thinking skills and build the foundations for later problem-solving.

 

Art-no. 3266

With the LOGICO PRIMO learning cards Learn About Clothing, children reflect and answer questions on the following topics: ...

With the LOGICO PRIMO learning cards Learn About Clothing, children reflect and answer questions on the following topics: 

Acquire specialist knowledge of clothing (e.g. materials, fasteners, patterns, work clothing)

Dress in the correct order and according to the weather

Recognize items of clothing and their special features.

When solving the assignments, children automatically expand their knowledge of materials, parts, and functions of clothes.

No. 3263

Aesthetics fundamentally influences all human activity, perception and thinking. Aesthetic Education expands perception in all areas of life and helps...

Aesthetics fundamentally influences all human activity, perception and thinking. Aesthetic Education expands perception in all areas of life and helps children to become close observers and listeners. It stimulates creativity and imagination.

The learning cards of LOGICO PRIMO Aesthetic Education offer children first aesthetic experiences focused on visual perception. When solving the assignments, children look closely and engage with visual works of art, with colour scales and various painting and writing tools. This requires concentration, logical thinking and combining. In this way, thinking skills are also promoted.

No. 3264

Winifred, a little rhinoceros, has bad eyesight. She bumps into everything and already has lots of bruises (all rhinoceroses have...

Winifred, a little rhinoceros, has bad eyesight. She bumps into everything and already has lots of bruises (all rhinoceroses have poor eyesight but Winifred’s is especially bad). All the ants quickly scatter when they hear her approach, for fear of being trampled. Winifred is very sad about this because she does not want to hurt anyone. She urgently needs glasses!

But who has ever heard of glasses for a rhino? Surprisingly, the ants know what to do. Winifred gets fancy glasses and no one ever has to run away from her again. And she has made new friends!

Ann Marie von Löw, is a woman of many talents: she is an actor, theatre-maker, and passionate cook (she owns a mini café in Berlin). She also works as a pre-school teacher.

Marika Haensch, born in Berlin, grew up in Russia and southern Germany and has always been interested in art and design. Winifred Wants to See More is her debut.

 

Awarded the “Meefisch 2021” (https://www.der-meefisch.de/meefisch/bisherige-preistrager/2021)

One birthday celebration a year doesn't seem enough. Lu and her friends Pelle and Rio decide to attend every birthday...

One birthday celebration a year doesn't seem enough. Lu and her friends Pelle and Rio decide to attend every birthday party in the vicinity from now on -- without being invited but with presents in tow. Not everyone is delighted at first...

The first book in a funny new realistic series.

Claudia Schaumann started writing stories when she was a child. She lives in Hamburg with her five men (four sons plus one husband) and the real Chickaletta. Claudia is the author of a very successful family blog.

Simona Ceccarelli grew up in Italy, studied illustration in San Francisco, and now lives in Switzerland with her family.

Life has changed a lot since the "Mirror" appeared in the sky above London. The Mirror is a parallel world...

Life has changed a lot since the "Mirror" appeared in the sky above London. The Mirror is a parallel world reflecting a magical version of the city. Since then, mysterious,, addictive blue liquids have become available, and the powers they lend to users carrying special artefacts, the „Sigils“, are of a dark and dangerous kind.

Orphaned Rayne knows this better than anyone. Using these powers to fight is her only chance of survival in today’s London, however.

But then she loses control of the magic. There is only one person who can save her, the young reigning lord of the Mirror. He gives her a choice: either the magic that is flowing in Rayne’s veins will kill her – or she must bind her life to the Dark Sigils, the seven artefacts of the Mirror’s ruling dynasties. The first book in a trilogy.

Anna Benning, born in 1988, completed her Masters in Literary Studies and Literary Education in Bamberg while working in the book trade and for newspapers and magazines. She currently works as an editor in a publishing house. Her debut „Vortex“ became an immediate bestseller in 2020; translation rights were sold to the Czech Republic, France, Poland, Russia and the Ukraine.

An amazing kick-off of a new fantasy series with an addictive factor that convinces with a special basic idea and an absolutely captivating story. I need more of this! kathis.books, 31. August 2022

The little bandicoot and his dad are walking through the forest on their way to visit Grandma. It’s creepy in...

The little bandicoot and his dad are walking through the forest on their way to visit Grandma. It’s creepy in here! the little bandicoot thinks. Behind each tree, you can hear crackling and rustling. Are they being followed? His dad, who always has something clever to say, keeps reassuring him. When the little bandicoot eventually plucks up the courage to talk to a wolf, he is in for a big surprise. Actually, the other animals in the forest were scared of the bandicoots! How silly! During a picnic they all become friends. Pretty brave …

Sven Maria Schröder studied Communication Design in Stuttgart, Paris, and Munich and after that worked for various creative and design agencies in Hamburg. In 2003, he became a freelance illustrator in order to focus entirely on his drawing. He lives in Hamburg with his daughter.

So, reading is stupid because it takes so long? Not if your snail sets the pace. Reading is stupid because...

So, reading is stupid because it takes so long? Not if your snail sets the pace. Reading is stupid because it’s all made up? Not when the “Sams” jumps off the page and taps you on the shoulder. Reading is boring because you have to do it by yourself? Not if a magical creature reads with you. Reading is tiring? Then follow the rabbit’s lead – he reads in his rocking chair! Silke Schlichtmann and Nils Freytag have collected a whole lot of prejudices and, with the help of 20 of the best German illustrators, proven them wrong. The result is a charming picture book for people of all ages – which will make you want to read all the more!

Nils Freytag was born in 1966 in Lübeck and grew up in a small village in Ostholstein. He is a historian at the Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich and lives with his wife, Silke Schlichtmann, and their four children in Munich.

Silke Schlichtmann was born in 1967 and grew up on a fruit farm in Niedersachsen. She holds a PhD in literature and lives with her family in Munich.

Piggy is off to daycare. How exciting!  He hangs his backpack on the bear hook, washes his trotters, puts on...

Piggy is off to daycare. How exciting!  He hangs his backpack on the bear hook, washes his trotters, puts on his slippers and then it’s time for breakfast. In the morning they sing refrains – in the land of dreams, they meet again. Thea looks after all the little ones running about everywhere! Piggy finds his way around: the climbing frame, the crafts corner – there’s so much to discover! No doubt about it – Piggy is now ready for daycare. And he can’t wait to come back tomorrow!

The world of money – enjoyable, original and highly topical.You can plan how to get rich! How to go from...

The world of money – enjoyable, original and highly topical.You can plan how to get rich! How to go from your first 100 euros to your first million! Being good at saving pocket money isn’t witchcraft if you know what to do and what not to do. Featuring investor portraits of Elon Musk and Jacob Fugger, among others

50 instruments and how they sound....

50 instruments and how they sound.

What do a double bass, a bassoon and a sitar sound like? Which instrument has only one note? This amusing and instructive picture book introduces 50 instruments from the accordion and the vibraphone to the balalaika and the ukulele. Along the way, children learn many interesting facts, practical tips and quirks about instruments and playing music.  Illustrated beavers, ducks, goats and other animals set the tune. All 50 instruments can be heard via QR code in specially composed pieces.

Ole Könnecke, born in 1961, grew up in Sweden and lives in Hamburg. He has designed over 30 books that have been awarded several national and international prizes. For Hanser, he has illustrated among others, the Anton series, Das große Buch der Bilder und Wörter (2010), Sport ist herrlich! (2017), Desperado (2019) and Dulcinea im Zauberwald (2021).

Hans Könnecke, born in 1997, is a composer, instrumentalist and music producer for film, theatre and other media. Since 2018 he has been studying composition at the Academy of Music and Theatre in Munich. For the QR codes in Sounds Good, he composed 50 audio examples and recorded them with instrumental soloists.

Laura and Starlet discover a golden horse statue in the forest. Immediately, they sense the magical energy emanating from the little statue....

Laura and Starlet discover a golden horse statue in the forest. Immediately, they sense the magical energy emanating from the little statue. Who could it belong to? They soon meet the owner, the boy Jan, who left the statue in the forest by accident. Ever since that mishap, he seems to be pursued by bad luck, because the horse statue is his lucky charm!

Carola von Kessel is the author of many read-aloud and first reader books and has written several Starlet, the Secret Unicorn stories.  

Anna-Lena Kühler has been illustrating for young people and adults since 2011.

This nature guide presents birds which can be identified and observed even by kindergartners and preschoolers. The non-fiction picture book provides...

This nature guide presents birds which can be identified and observed even by kindergartners and preschoolers. The non-fiction picture book provides an introduction to various species, with large-format illustrations. The detailed drawings make it easy for children to recognize birds as they flutter through the garden, walk across a meadow, or swim on the pond.

Lea Hille studied theatre and education before pursuing her passion for (children's) books as an editor.

Steffen Walentowitz lives in Jever in northern Germany and has been working as a book illustrator since 1986. His affectionate and particularly detailed drawing style can be found in numerous nature non-fiction books and picture books.

Paschalis Dougalis was born and raised in northern Greece. From an early age, he was fascinated by drawing, animals and nature. He created his first works of art as a child.

 

14-year-old Lina is entirely in her element when gaming on her PC. Her Let’s Play videos about the game “Aarona”...

14-year-old Lina is entirely in her element when gaming on her PC. Her Let’s Play videos about the game “Aarona” are eagerly awaited by her loyal online community. When Lina is the first girl chosen to play the Add-On, she wants to present her fans with the best Let’s Play of all times. But Lina’s virtual career leaves her no time for her best friend Mia. Lina comes to realise that true friendship is not a game… A comic novel, developed in collaboration with Let’s Players and gamers.

Franz Zwerschina, born on 25 June 1982 in Salzburg, is a passionate author and reader. He loves so-called "world building", inventing new worlds in which children can immerse themselves with all their senses. Through his work at Ubisoft, he knows the gaming world inside out

Sandra Pavlovski has always had a passion for illustration and drawing. After studying to be an architect and civil engineer, she was mainly on construction sites, studying graphic design in a construction container on the side. Now she draws children's books instead of houses.

In the cellar of Riet Castle, Thorn, Eara, Chada, and Kram discover a skral child, a feared monster who is...

In the cellar of Riet Castle, Thorn, Eara, Chada, and Kram discover a skral child, a feared monster who is supposed to be working as a spy for the magician Varkur. But the skral child wants to bring about peace ainstead, and to become friends with the young heroes. Meanwhile, Varkur gathers an army of dark creatures and monsters for another attack. Will the heroes succeed in saving Riet Castle?

Brave warrior Thorn, determined magician Eara, intelligent keeper Chada, and clever dwarf Kram are complete opposites. Only when by sticking together can they save the land of Andor.

Jens Baumeister is a trained screenwriter, but has also written non-fiction and plays and worked as a programmer and event technician. He now mainly writes books for children and young people.

Michal Menzel’s great passion for drawing has accompanied him since early childhood. His entry into game illustration came in 2004 with a game for Kosmos Verlag. After designing numerous children's and family games, he published his first work as an author, "The Legends of Andor", which won prizes at home and abroad and was awarded "Kennerspiel des Jahres" in 2013.

A wonderful, colourful XXL puzzle book for all kindergarten kids and preschoolers! The tasks work intuitively without text. This big...

A wonderful, colourful XXL puzzle book for all kindergarten kids and preschoolers! The tasks work intuitively without text. This big pad features a wealth of puzzles including mazes, join-the-dot activities, hidden pictures, simple counting tasks from 0 to 20, and many more. This fun-packed book also helps children develop concentration and fine motor skills. And they can unleash their inner artist by colouring the hilarious illustrations at the end! A great gift for kids to enjoy on vacation or long road trips.

Helps develop concentration and fine motor skills With funny, lively illustrations by Charlotte Wagner, and no text; preschoolers from 4 years old can solve the riddles alone Kids will never get bored – a varied range of tasks across 240 pages Double the fun: solving and colouring the puzzles for extra fun  

I spy with my little eye and allow you to see it too! What we cannot see remains abstract and unimaginable...

I spy with my little eye and allow you to see it too! What we cannot see remains abstract and unimaginable to us. This also applies to natural phenomena such as sound, UV light, electricity, gravity, and DNA. This latest PhänoMINT book on the STEM subjects features methods to make invisible phenomena visible and thus believable through experiments.

Written by Martin Verg, former editor-in-chief of the children's science magazine GEOlino (also the author of PhänoMINT See It, Build it!) 25 experiments + 20 quiz questions With various difficulty levels and estimated experiment lengths Revealing the hidden wonders in daily life "Ultimately, almost all natural phenomena such as sound waves, UV light and electricity are invisible, but with these experiments, which are as simple as they are ingenious, they don't remain so." Rhein-Sieg Rundschau

 

Is it a short-toed treecreeper or a song thrush? Do you know which plant is poisonous, yarrows or hemlocks? Thanks...

Is it a short-toed treecreeper or a song thrush? Do you know which plant is poisonous, yarrows or hemlocks? Thanks to the vivid photos, My Big Field Guide to Animals & Plants guarantees easy identification of over 200 species that look similar at first glance. Sorting by habitats helps readers to look more closely at the symbioses within individual ecosystems. A compact but detailed field guide for weekend getaways and longer camping trips.

A reference book on animals & plants for the whole family Over 200 species native to Germany and neighbouring areas Sorted by habitat: forest, meadow, water, town & village With detailed introductory chapters: Identification tips, habitats, living environments, animal and plant genera, life cycles, symbioses

Master builders, quick-change artists and super brains: the animal world is full of clever animals. There are octopuses that can...

Master builders, quick-change artists and super brains: the animal world is full of clever animals. There are octopuses that can open screw-top jars, elephants that recognize other elephants by smell years later, and grasshoppers that are almost indistinguishable from leaves. Beginner readers will learn the ingenious tricks of numerous animals in this book.

The series WAS IST WAS First Reading Made Easy! offers reading practice, entertainment and information about favourite topics with extra-large font, easy sentence structure, and lots of colourful pictures and illustrations. A reading quiz at the end of each chapter makes reading really fun!