Bøker utgitt av Penguin Young Readers

A YA contemporary rom com about two girls who start as rivals but after a twist of events, end up falling for one another--at least they think so. A pitch perfect queer romance--and it''s a paperback original!Arch-nemeses Emma, a die-hard romantic, and more-practical minded Sophia find themselves competing against one another for a coveted first-prize trip to a film festival in Los Angeles . . . what happens if their rivalry turns into a romance? For fans of Becky Albertalli''s Leah on the Offbeat, full of laugh-out-loud humor and make-your-heart-melt moments.

The youngest ever Nobel Prize laureate, Pakistani women's rights activist Malala Yousafzai, is the 26th hero in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8.Malala Yousafzai won the Nobel Peace Prize at the age of 17 for speaking out against injustice even when it was terrifying to do so. She was an ordinary Muslim girl who wanted to attend school, and she refused to stop protesting for her rights even after being attacked by a powerful group in Pakistan who wanted women to remain in the shadows. She continues to fight for women's rights and free education for children all over the world.This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are:• A timeline of key events in the hero's history• Photos that bring the story more fully to life• Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable• Childhood moments that influenced the hero• Facts that make great conversation-starters• A character trait that made the person heroic and that readers can aspire to You'll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!

Craft your own stylish accessories worthy of a high-end boutique with this collection of 21 macramé bags, belts, and straps.From durable market totes to cross-body boho bags, there's a purse for every occasion. After mastering basic macramé techniques, discover how to add special details, such as wooden handles, metal buckles, and zippers, to elevate the style and function of your designs. With its assortment of small-scale projects, this book is great for beginners, but also provides fresh inspiration for veteran macramé enthusiasts looking to create wearable art.

Our Skin: A First Conversation About Race is a thought-provoking book written by Jessica Ralli. Published in 2021 by Penguin Young Readers, this book is a must-read for those interested in exploring the topic of race. The book delves into the complexities of race and ethnicity, making it an essential read for both young readers and adults alike. Jessica Ralli, an acclaimed author, has beautifully woven the narrative, making it engaging and insightful. The genre of the book is hard to pin down as it touches upon various aspects of society, culture, and personal identity. However, it can be best described as a social science book that encourages readers to start conversations about race. Published by Penguin Young Readers, known for their diverse and enlightening collection of books, Our Skin: A First Conversation About Race, is an important addition to their repertoire. The book, written in English, is a testament to Jessica Ralli's skill as a writer and her commitment to fostering understanding and empathy among her readers.

"An ode to introverts and mindfulness"--

Start learning American Sign Language (ASL) with this guide to the most essential everyday ASL phrases and words. If you are a parent looking for an accessible guide to ASL basics for your hearing child, then look no further than Pocket Genius American Sign Language. Use this book to help them communicate confidently with their Deaf siblings, friends, or classmates. Perfect for our young readers, this title combines clear, step-by-step illustrations with simple, to-the-point instructions for signing words, phrases, and sentences in ASL. The illustrations also capture the nuances of each sign - from hand movements to body language and facial expressions - to help your child master the language basics quickly and easily. The pocket size of this book lets them carry it wherever they are - at home, in school, or on the playground. The Pocket Genius series is perfect for all hearing children, whether they are young readers just beginning to explore ASL or little geniuses who are experts already!

A sharp and heartfelt picture book about a young soccer-loving girl who’s an interpreter for her Spanish-speaking parents.Some kids have one job: to be a kid! Cecilia has two. When she isn't on the soccer field scoring goals, she's accompanying her parents to all kinds of grown-up places, like the DMV, the accountant's office, and the auto shop. She helps them translate from Spanish to English and from English to Spanish. It’s an important job, and it can even be fun. It’s also hard work. Sometimes Cecilia's second job is so much responsibility, it feels like she'll split in two! Is it time for Cecilia to blow her whistle and call for a time-out?Olivia Abtahi’s clever text and Monica Arnaldo’s charming illustrations capture a common aspect of life for immigrant and bilingual families while offering a model for teamwork that helps everyone feel understood.

Cook lighter, leaner, and happier with TikTok and Instagram star Benji Xavier.Benji Xavier is beloved by millions of fans for his sardonic humor and enthusiastic approach to cooking, but he’s best known for his creative recipes and realistic approach to healthy eating. By swapping high-calorie ingredients like sugar, full-fat dairy, and fatty meats for healthier, lower-calorie ingredients, he creates lighter versions of your favorite recipes that are delicious but also less calorie dense. Benji's approach to cooking is proof that it's possible to eat leaner and lighter, and also develop a healthier relationship with food.In The Rebel Diet, Benji shares the recipes that fueled his weight-loss journey, including healthier versions of burgers, pizza, desserts, and more. Healthy food can taste good, and Benji is here to show you how to satisfy those comfort food cravings with lighter, leaner, protein-packed dishes that deliver all the flavor of the originals. In it, you’ll find:Lower-calorie, higher-protein versions of your fast-food favorites.Superfast, craveable snacks to replace packaged chips and crackers.Healthy, easy-to-make meals that don’t require special ingredients or hours of prep.Let go of restrictive diets and obsessive calorie counting and embrace the joy of eating, one healthy recipe at a time.

Reese Witherspoon's New York Times bestselling Busy Betty is back for the busiest time of year: Christmas!"A tasty holiday confection." --Kirkus reviewsSweet cinnamon, biscuits, it's Christmas! It's the busiest time of year, just like Busy Betty!This year, Betty is going to get everyone in her whole family the perfect Christmas present. But when Betty looks in her piggy bank, she doesn’t even have two coins to clank together! Then Betty has the most amazing idea: she and Mae will transform their lemonade stand into . . . a Christmas cookie stand!But getting people to come out in snowy, blowy weather is harder than they thought. Will Betty ever find the perfect Christmas presents for her family? Or will she realize she had the answer all along?From Academy Award–winning actress, founder of Hello Sunshine, and bestselling author, Reese Witherspoon comes Busy Betty: an exuberant, smart, and larger-than-life character who encourages young readers to tackle each obstacle with enthusiasm, excitement, and big ideas. With fun and vibrant illustrations from Xindi Yan, Busy Betty & the Perfect Christmas Present is the perfectly perfect Christmas time read-aloud!Check the back of the book for a Christmas cookie recipe!Praise for Busy Betty: "A fun and high-spirited story for the fans of Fancy Nancy, Pinkalicious, or Freckleface Strawberry."--School Library Journal"An earnest and unabashed celebration of youthful entrepreneurial zeal that feels very of the moment." --Publishers Weekly"Extreme angles effectively convey a sense of perpetual motion. . . . Witherspoon’s rollicking text never holds back . . . . as Betty says, “Being busy is a great way to be.” Young readers are sure to agree."--Kirkus reviews

In 2021, Andres became the youngest artist in history to showcase his work at Art Miami, where his large-scale portrait paintings informed by Cubism quickly sold out. He has since taken the creative world by storm, selling dozens of paintings for six-figure sums and sharing videos of his paintings-in-process with hundreds of thousands of fans online.Andres Valencia: Painting Without Rules tells the story of this remarkable self-taught artist and sheds light on his creative process-what inspires him, how he executes his artwork, and what creativity means to him as a young person. You'll get an inside look as Andres works in his studio-mixing paint, sketching with oil pastels, and expressing his imagination on the canvas-until the large, wildly unique faces and bodies he's known for come into form.An inspiring and heartwarming look at one of the most accomplished young artists in the world, this boldly colorful coffee table book features a gallery of over 100 of Andres' works and can be enjoyed by both casual creatives and serious artists of any age.

From blockbuster movie-star actor Chris Pine comes his very first children's book about a delightful duo destined to become a classic.Digz the Dog is certain that he is the king of Ms. Pincher's garden. There's just one problem . . . Zurl the Squirrel is positive that she is the queen of Ms. Pincher's Garden. As a dog and a squirrel, the two are natural enemies.But there's more to Digz and Zurl than meets the eye. Digz was once a lonely dog left at the pound. And Zurl has her fair share of insecurities too. When the two come face-to-face in a showdown, they realize. . . they might not be so different.A perfect Fall read for kids, beloved actor Chris Pine has penned a beautiful picture book about love and accepting one another despite our differences. With gorgeous and timeless illustrations from Chuck Groenink, When Digz the Dog Met Zurl the Squirrel is sure to become a classic read for years to come.

"Twelve-year-old Kate's idyllic life in Baton Rouge takes a drastic turn when a mysterious shoulder pain reveals she has Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, a rare genetic disorders, challenging her to adapt with support from loved ones and a pen pal, Amie, who shares her experience with FOP"--

"When Walela is diagnosed at twenty-three with advanced stage blood cancer, they're suddenly thrust into the unsympathetic world of tubes and pills, doctors who don't use their correct pronouns, and hordes of "well-meaning" but patronizing people offering unsolicited advice as they navigate rocky personal relationships and share their story online. But this experience also deepens their relationship to their ancestors, providing added support from another realm. Walela's diagnosis becomes a catalyst for their self-realization. As they fill out forms in the insurance office in downtown Los Angeles or travel to therapy in wealthier neighborhoods, they begin to understand that cancer is where all forms of their oppression intersect: Disabled. Fat. Black. Queer. Nonbinary"--

When a storm blows Cupig's arrows off course, the arrows strike the wrong targets and Cupig must rectify her mistake and get some classic pairs back together.

A very nervous ostrich pushes past her anxiety in this funny, endearing picture book by the author/illustrator of Bodies Are Cool (co-written with her sister).When Opal the ostrich is anxious, her neck feels as wobbly as a spaghetti noodle. Her family lovingly calls this “The Noodles,” and tries their best to help. But it’s not easy to calm down when you’re a worrier like Opal—especially when you’re worrying about somebody else’s opinion of you.Now it’s the day of her family’s annual party, and Opal is in charge of picking up the triple-layer-double-custard-beet-and-berry tart from the bakery—a big responsibility! What if she does something wrong? What if somebody gets mad at her? Opal is having a serious case of the Noodles.This light-hearted take on social anxiety is just the right amount silly and sweet—perfect for young children and anyone else who has ever gotten The Noodles.

"Intertwining the stories of two Black students decades apart, this compelling and honest novel follows Kevin and Gibran as they navigate similar forms of insidious racism while discovering who they want to be instead of what society tells them they are."--

"A raccoon narrator embarks on a big adventure in this exciting exploration of maps for the youngest readers. Traditional maps of cities, roads, and parks are joined by some less conventional ones such as inside the body, each one methodically introduced with humor and clear explanation. A clever, colorful, and engaging first look at constructing and decoding maps"--

"It s Joy s first summer in her grandmother s South Carolina garden -- a rite of passage. In the midst of okra, spinach, and strawberries, Grammy teaches Joy that plants are friends with many uses. Herbs, for example, can be turned into medicine. There in Grammy s abundant backyard, Joy learns to listen for the heartbeat of the earth and connect it to her own as she takes deep breaths and puts her intentions into the soil. By the story s end, she learns to grow seeds in her own garden, honoring all that her grandmother taught her. With sensory-rich illustrations from award-winning illustrator Ashleigh Corrin, Joy Takes Root is a blissful reminder of all that might bloom."--

"In this original ABC book that encourages readers to sit up and move, kids and grownups use their bodies to make the shapes of each letter (and observant readers will notice details on each page that represent those letters)."--

"Twenty-five different foods, grouped by color, are nutritionally decoded in this reference book for the preschool set"--