New Releases by Michelle Robinson

A perfectly-pitched tale of fun and friendship, from master storyteller Michelle Robinson and illustrator extraordinaire Tom Knight. Kevin the cucumber is so cool- everybody knows it! Whenever anyonegets hot and bothered, Kevin is always there to cool them down. He even has his own super cool cucumber song: "I''m super cool Kevin and this is my song! Make like a cucumber, you can''t go wrong. You wanna be cool? Then repeat after me: I am a cucumber, cool as can be!" But when Kevin starts to feel like his friends are leaving him out, something happens that has never happened before: KEVIN. LOSES. HIS. COOL! Will Kevin''s friends be there for him when he needs them most? Rhyming text by Michelle Robinson is full of energy and rhythm. Bright, bold illustrations by Tom Knight bring the brilliant story to life. This laugh-out-loud story is a super fun way for children to think about emotions - whether it''s their own or someone else''s. Also available: The day the Banana Went Badand When Jelly Had a Wobble

Tractors, diggers, mixers, bulldozers, and more star in this colorful salute to vehicles that roll, lift, climb, squash, and keep going when the going gets tough. Red truck, yellow truck and their dog drivers are on their way to the construction site. But as they drive through the busy city, a snowy forest, and a cow-filled farm, they get sidetracked by a slow garbage truck, a snowdrift, and a speeding tractor. Will they get their jobs done before they have to turn in for the night? Author Michelle Robinson''s rhythmic, action-packed text builds excitement with every page turn, while Jez Tuya''s colorful trucks, townscapes, and adorable dogs on-the-go beg for an attentive pause. Endpapers bursting with different kinds of vehicles will delight readers looking for even more truck fun. Ideal for story times and fans of Richard Scarry''s Busytown.

Grace has proved to the kingdom of Wondermere that when it comes to courage, determination, playing TROLL-O on unicorn-back and being a BRAVE KNIGHT, she''s just as good as any boy! But now Wondermere is expecting a VERY IMPORTANT visitor: the MERMAID QUEEN of the Outer Ocean. That means frilly dresses and best behaviour – and absolutely NO RULE BREAKING. But when a purple DRAGON EGG falls into the moat of Wondermere castle, Grace and her sister Princess Portia find themselves babysitting a BIG SECRET. One teeny tiny little dragon called Dennis couldn''t possibly disturb the royal visit ... could he? Cheeky, charming and laugh-out-loud funny, this is the side-splitting sequel to bestselling Michelle Robinson''s debut young fiction novel, Do Not Disturb the Dragons. Chock-full of chuckles (and grumpy unicorns), it''s perfect for fans of Cressida Cowell and Pamela Butchart.

CHRISTIAN AFFIRMATION COLORING BOOK FOR KIDS is designed to build children''s self-esteem and to empower them to know Christ. As each child repeat the affirmations and engage in the fun interactive activities, they will learn about the love of Christ while understanding the power of words through creativity.In Proverbs 22vs 6, "Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not depart from you." My mission is for every child to know Christ through God, at an early stage in life. May "CHRISTIAN AFFIRMATION COLORING BOOK FOR KIDS," encourage positivity, build confidence and promote spiritual awareness.

Can you stay, or is it time to leave? Assess your relationship and karmic lessons with new eyes and an open heart. Karma Couples helps you make sense of confusing and troubled relationships. The author provides free resources.

When Jelly is entered into the Best Food Competition, it makes him wobble with worry. Everyone loves chicken nuggets and pizza - but does everyone love jelly? Suddenly he''s filled with self-doubt. But soon Jelly learns that the things that make us different should be celebrated... and that it''s definitely OK to have a wobble every now and then.

This catchy, rhyming picture book takes readers on an aquatic bedtime journey. Children will love learning all the actions as they do the shark dance!

Look out, here comes She Rex! She''s a big and burly, multicolored dino girly, and she''s about to show the world that she''s as fierce and as loud as any boy dinosaur. A refreshing challenge to the gender-stereotyping of children''s toys.

Inspired by the rainbows that children across the world have been creating and displaying in their windows, The World Made a Rainbow is beautiful story with a hopeful message of staying connected to the people we love. A donation for every hardcover copy sold will be made to Save the Children (R). Did you ever paint a rainbow and hang it in your window? Did you see that your neighbors did, too? Did it make you feel a little less lonely? The World Made a Rainbow is a story to remind us that light can''t shine without dark, rainbows can''t color the sky without rain, and the world is always full of hope and possibility, even when we feel lost and alone. This beautiful, reassuring picture book is the perfect reminder of the power of creativity, joy, and togetherness.

Maisy''s brother''s Ed won''t let her play with his toys. He says, ''Dinos are for boys!'' But Ed hasn''t met T. Rex''s BIGGER sister ... She Rex is a big and burly, multi-coloured dino girly. And Maisy is about to show her brother that stomping, chomping She Rex is as fierce and as loud as any boy dinosaur. Watch out, Ed, you may just discover that dino toys are for girls and boys! The perfect picture book for all dino-fans. This audio-enabled edition comes with a gorgeous reading by Sarah Ovens, along with music and sound effects.

Two intrepid girls go from ladies-in-waiting to knights-in-action when they rip up the rule book and go searching for adventure! Wondermere is the luckiest kingdom in the land, all thanks to the dragons that nest on top of the castle. Nobody wants them to fly away, so everyone has to FOLLOW THE RULES and make sure everything STAYS THE SAME to keep the dragons HAPPY. Princess Grace HATES the rules. They stop her doing everything she loves, like PLAYING TROLL-O and WEARING TROUSERS and training to be a BRAVE KNIGHT. Why do boys get all the FUN! Determined to prove that the rules are a LOAD OF OLD SWAMP ROT, Grace and her sister Princess Portia secretly enter the year''s BIGGEST TROLL-O TOURNAMENT. A couple of rule-breakers couldn''t possibly disturb the dragons ... could they? Cheeky, charming and laugh-out-loud funny, the debut young fiction series from bestselling picture book author Michelle Robinson is chock-full of chuckles (and grumpy unicorns). Perfect for fans of Cressida Cowell, Pamela Butchart and Emer Stamp.

A fantastically funny book about loving what makes you YOU! When Banana is thrown into the ''reject'' bin with the other mis-shapen fruit and veg, he decides that enough is enough - he may be a little bit bruised but that doesn''t mean he''s any less brilliant! So be proud of your bumps! Because going bad can sometimes be very, very good.

When it’s time for Tate to start her tooth-fairy training, she learns that there’s much more to the job than just leaving coins for sleeping children. Tate’s tooth-fairy training starts today, and her big sister, May, is taking her out on her very first tooth-collecting mission. After practicing at home, Tate is ready to test her skills, and May leads her to their first stop: a herd of hippos in a lake! After all, human children aren’t the only young creatures that lose their teeth. In fact, being a tooth fairy is a dangerous job, and Tate must visit all kinds of toothy predators before the night is up. Will she be able to collect the teeth from narwhals, anacondas, and more — all without waking a single creature? Author Michelle Robinson and illustrator Briony May Smith introduce two brave fairy sisters with a whimsical, rhyming read-aloud.

Calling all kittens! A little girl longing for a pet of her own gets a bit more than she bargained for in this cat-filled celebration. A small girl wants a cat of her very own: a furry fluffball to cuddle, just like the one in her book or her grandmother’s cat, Hector. So she lays a trail: balls of wool, saucers of milk, cardboard boxes, and anything else that could lure a feline friend. And who should arrive the next morning but somebody furry, warm, soft, and so very purry. It’s Hector, along with dozens of other cats. The girl is happy as can be, but when “LOST CAT” posters show up all over town, she realizes her plan might have worked a little too well. Will she have to give all the cats back? Will she ever get a cat of her own to love? Sweet and playful, Michelle Robinson’s tale of wish fulfillment will strike a chord with anyone who has ever yearned for a pet, while Chinlun Lee’s exuberantly illustrated felines will delight cat lovers of all ages.

Que faire quand on gagne une GIRAFE? LA CACHER, ET VITE! Mais comment? L’entasser dans l’auto? La déguiser en vadrouille? Le problème, c’est que les girafes sont NULLES pour se cacher!

A magical sing-along birthday adventure for the little princess in your life, based on the lyrics of the Happy Birthday song!

A magical sing-along birthday adventure for little pirates everywhere, based on the lyrics of the Happy Birthday song!

Packed full of helpful strategies and information, ''I''m Positive!'' by Michelle Robinson is your guide to creating an energised, positive life. It helps you let go of unhelpful thought patterns, emotional hurts and outdated beliefs so you feel more confident, optimistic and in control of your choices. If you have been undermining your own achievements or been impacted by the negativity of those around you, this book guides you to steer your life in the right direction at last. When you program your mind towards positive expectations, life opens up opportunities that a negative mindset could never have imagined. You create new, long-lasting neural pathways that support your success in all aspects of life. You see that there are multiple options to most challenges. You become a friend to yourself and not a saboteur who expects you to fail before you begin. A positive mindset helps you eliminate old critical self-talk and move forward in the direction you choose. This book contains strategies and activities that the author has complied over fifteen years of working with clients in her counselling and hypnotherapy practice. Each activity is straightforward and can be completed in the privacy of your own quiet space. With the help of this book, you can learn to program your mind so that positivity is your natural default and choice. This positivity then flows out into the world, like a ripple that never ends, as you touch the lives of all who cross your path.

Fred and Nell''s grandma is babysitting and the kids couldn''t be happier. But hang on, there''s something not quite right about her. In fact, she''s acting very strangely indeed. And is that a spare eyeball? A tail? A striped tongue? That''s NOT their grandma; it''s an alien ... RUUUUUUN! Find out how Fred and Nell overcome the invasion by grandmas from Mars (and get their own grandma back!) in this completely crazy and brilliantly bonkers, fun and irreverent picture book from the talented Michelle Robinson, with illustrations by rising star Fred Blunt. This eBook comes with a glorious, hilarious audio accompaniment, read by CBeebies star Justin Fletcher.

Come on a great escape through the kitchen as we follow each sausage that decides to make a run for it. Will they succeed or will the cat, blender, plug hole or fan prove their downfall? Michelle Robinson''s no-holds-barred humour is perfectly matched by Tor Freeman''s mad-cap artwork. Hilarious and merciless, this tale will have you hooting out loud. ''Bright condiments, stricken-looking frankfurters and wicked comedy will appeal to the ruthless reader'' GUARDIAN

What happens when your life is spiraling out of control? When did it start? How did it get to that point? And why did you not seek help? Why Hast the Mighty Fallen? An Intrinsic and Extrinsic Examination of the Lack of Counsel among Fallen Leaders is inspired by the deeply rooted passion of its author to end premature deaths, suicides, physical, mental, and emotional compromises that many leaders face, particularly pastors and senior leaders of corporate organizations and politicians. This book references many of the fallen leaders in corporate America. But it also highlights the successes of those leaders who stand tall today. Some chapters are testimonial and transparent because of the author''s own plight as she knows firsthand how the lack of counsel can alter your life and the lives of your loved ones forever due to an unwillingness to seek help. The book is intentional about laying out the pitfalls and step-by-step ways to avoid those pitfalls in a very practical, nonconvoluted manner. There are points where you may laugh or even cry. But the purpose is to motivate you to do something about your current situation. It will not go away unless you do something. The author understands that sometimes personal rebellion and deep wounds resulting from the rebellion and sin of others cause us much pain. Noteworthy is a quote from a revered author: "We often think of brokenness and neediness as bad, but the gift of pain draws us into community with God and one another" (McMinn 2011).

A comprehensive guide to all the basic Tunisian stitches and techniques from the designer behind the crochet blog Poppy & Bliss. Tunisian Crochet Workshop will help you on your way with step-by-step instructions for techniques, including colorwork, shaping, and working in the round. Once you’ve tried your hand at the workshops, there are also twelve beautiful, contemporary designs to create. With projects ranging from fashion accessories to decorative homewares, there is something for everyone!

Did you know that they don’t give away goldfish at the fairground anymore? You can win a giraffe instead. So much better! Although, you might come across a few problems when you bring your cute new pet home. Giraffes tend to be big and clumsy, so here is a handy guide of all the best places to hide them... In this gorgeous book by award-winning author Michelle Robinson, with illustrations from the brilliant new one-to-watch picture book talent Claire Powell, learn what to do when you find yourself with a pet giraffe in need of a hiding place!

This is the hat that Zack loves This is the dog that races past And snatches the hat that Zack loves! Join Zack as he chases his hat in this riotous rhyming adventure - a total joy to read aloud! Written by picture-book superstar Michelle Robinson and stylishly brought to life by the phenomenal Robert Reader, greetings-card designer extraordinaire.

Starting with a box of parts, the Nosy Fox, the Bear in a Blazer, the Blue Gnu, and other remarkable builders assemble the Robot, step by step. Each stage of the process has its own sound effect, and the growing list of sounds is repeated in every spread. Young children will happily Click, Clang, and Tappa Tappa along and relish the surprise ending of this winsome cumulative tale.