Jessica Meserve is a celebrated illustrator and author known for her enchanting contributions to children's literature. Her work is characterized by a vibrant style and a remarkable ability to transport young readers into magical realms. After honing her skills in illustration, Meserve spent time designing children's books before dedicating herself fully to her passion for writing and illustrating original stories. Her books, including the beloved Daisy Dawson series, showcase a profound understanding of childhood imagination and emotion.
The big, wide world can be scary, especially when it's filled with strange-looking creatures who don't eat carrots. But does giant, clawed and hairy have to mean scary? And is there a rabbit brave enough to find out? From Jessica Meserve comes Beyond the Burrow, a beautiful book to inspire boldness, and encourage us all to step beyond the burrow
The story revolves around Bella and her unique bear, Arthur, who not only provides comfort but also knows karate, safeguarding her from nighttime fears. When Arthur mysteriously disappears, Bella embarks on a quest to find him. This enchanting tale combines adventure with themes of friendship and bravery, enhanced by vibrant full-color illustrations.
A little girl finds that no matter what she tries to do, she is always overshadowed by her older, bigger sister. But then Small comes into her own one landmark day when her sister's parrot is caught up a tree and her sister is afraid to climb up to save it. Small has to come to her rescue, and the incident makes her realize that she doesn't have to live in anyone's shadow any more.
The story follows Little Red, who struggles with sharing Tree with other animals. Through a frightening experience, he learns the importance and beauty of community, ultimately discovering the value of friendship and cooperation.
The animal community is both clever and kind, and we humans can learn so much from them - if we only look, and listen!
Die Welt da draußen, jenseits vom Kaninchenbau, kann manchmal ganz schön beängstigend wirken. Vor allem, wenn es dort von ungewöhnlichen Gestalten nur so wimmelt, und besonders für ein kleines Kaninchen. Aber sind große, haarige Wesen mit Hufen oder Tatzen wirklich so furchteinflößend? Wenn es nur ein einziges mutiges Kaninchen gäbe, das sich traut, sein Zuhause zu verlassen, um dies herauszufinden, was dann? Eine Geschichte über Mut, altbekannte Wege zu verlassen und über den eigenen Tellerrand zu schauen. Da gibt es dann nicht nur herrliche Möhren, sondern noch viel mehr zu entdecken.
Kleine Schwestern haben’s schwer Die Kleine hat ein Problem. Immer steht sie im Schatten ihrer großen Schwester: Die Große springt höher, läuft schneller und bekommt immer die schönsten Geschenke. Doch eines Tages fliegt der Papagei der Großen davon und die Kleine bekommt Gelegenheit, sich auch einmal ganz groß zu fühlen.
Die Schildkröte Sebastian und sein Papa erleben einen gemeinsamen Tag, treffen auf verschiedene Tiere und entdecken deren besondere Eigenschaften. Am Ende kuscheln sie sich in einen Laubhaufen. Der liebevolle Text von Peter Horn und die warmherzigen Illustrationen von Jessica Meserve betonen die besondere Vater-Kind-Bindung.