May’s #7StoriesSelects
May’s #7StoriesSelects : ‘Around The World in Seven Stories’
Embark on a literary adventure around the world with May’s theme… ‘Around The World in Seven Stories’! We’re thrilled to share our selections for this month, from the vast icy scapes of the Arctic to the vibrant jungles of South America, each continent holds a treasure trove of stories waiting to be discovered. We’ll journey to distant lands, meet fascinating characters, and immerse ourselves in diverse cultures and traditions as we celebrate the beauty of our global community one story at a time!
The Koala Who Could by Rachel Bright and Jim Field
Picture Book Choice
Meet Kevin. A koala who likes to keep things the same. Exactly the same.
But sometimes change comes along whether we like it or not… And, as Kevin discovers, if you step outside your comfort zone and try new things, you might just surprise yourself!
From the creators of THE LION INSIDE comes a hilarious rhyming tale for anyone who finds change just a little bit worrisome.
The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish by Chloe Savage
Five & Over
The Explorer by Katherine Rundell
Middle Grade
The Wind Rises: Alma by Timothée de Fombelle
YA Fave
This Is How We Do It by Matt Lamothe
All The Family
In Japan, Kei plays Freeze Tag, while in Uganda, Daphine likes to jump rope. While the way they play may differ, the shared rhythm of their days—and this one world we all share—unites them.
This genuine exchange provides a window into traditions that may be different from our own as well as mirrors reflecting our common experiences. Inspired by his own travels, Matt Lamothe transports readers across the globe and back with this luminous and thoughtful picture book.
Dim Sum Palace by X. Fang
Story Seller Rec
Liddy is too excited to sleep! Tomorrow she’s going to the Dim Sum Palace with her family, so when a tempting smell wafts into her bedroom, she has no choice but to follow it… to a real palace!
There are dumplings, baos, buns and more tasty treats than one girl can possibly eat. But before Liddy can take a bite, she slips and falls into a bowl of dumpling filling. The chefs are so busy making dim sum, they don’t notice they’ve prepared a most unusual dish for the Empress – a Liddy dumpling!
Inspired by childhood memories of epic dim sum feasts, X. Fang’s glorious picture book is a delicious adventure with a loving helping of food, family and culture.
Heidi by Johanna Spyri
Classic
Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather at the top of a mountain after her aunt takes up a job offer she can’t refuse. The friendship she makes there is soon jeopardised when she is forced to move to the city to care for a girl named Clara. Will Heidi ever return to her lovely little life in the mountains? Will she see her grandfather again?
This coming-of-age tale discusses the importance of friendship, family and the need to adapt to whatever life throws at you!
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