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Sally Grindley

    January 1, 1953

    This author brings a wealth of experience to the world of children's literature, beginning as an editorial director for a nationwide children's book club. Their work is characterized by a playful approach and an ability to engage young readers. With over 150 published titles, the author has created works that resonate across generations and cultures. They show a fondness for returning to picture book creation and experimenting with new storytelling forms, continually enriching the children's literary landscape.

    Sally Grindley
    Spilled Water
    Bravo, Max!
    Poppy and Max and the Sore Paw
    Who is it? Lots of Fairy-tale fun!
    The Mysterious Earth
    The Life of Jesus
    • The Life of Jesus

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Discover the events in the life of Jesus, and how his message reached so many people Read the story of the life of Jesus of Nazareth, son of God, from his birth in the Bethlehem stable to his crucifixion, death, and miraculous resurrection. What was he like as a boy, how did he start to preach, and what's the meaning of his parables, such as the Good Samaritan? How did he feed five thousand and calm storms? All major events of his life are told in 26 stories, revealing how Jesus's message reached many people through his preaching, healing, forgiveness, and miracles. Using the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John as reference, this is a child-friendly introduction to the message of the Bible's New Testament. Rich illustrations accompany each story, making it perfect for children to follow by themselves, and for reading aloud or together with parents or grandparents.

      The Life of Jesus2022
      4.7
    • Rien que toi

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Maman Ourse et ses deux petits profitent du parc, quand Alfie Ours interroge sa maman: « Est-ce qu'il y a d'autres ours comme moi ? » « Pas comme toi, non. Il y a toi, il y a moi, avec ta sœur, ça fait trois, mais il n'y a pas deux ours comme toi. De la pointe de ton museau à l'extrémité de tes pattes, il n'y a pas deux ours comme toi. C'est la vérité, crois-moi ! »

      Rien que toi2020
    • Cheeky Chimpanzees!

      • 29 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Noah has to try and coax a couple of cheeky chimps aboard his ark

      Cheeky Chimpanzees!2012
      3.0
    • Giant Giraffes

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      All aboard the Ark for an animal adventure! Exciting full-colour illustrations make these books a treat for young readers. Fun, simple stories take the reader around the globe in search of all their favourite animals.

      Giant Giraffes2011
      3.7
    • The Giant Postman

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      "Thump! Thump! Thump! The giant postman is coming! But is he really as scary as he seems?" - Back cover.

      The Giant Postman2011
    • Strange piles of earth keep appearing on the village green. Where do they come from? The Bear Detectives must investigate!

      The Mysterious Earth2010
      5.0
    • The Bloomsbury Christmas Treasury

      • 72 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Father Christmas, an Elf that gets locked in the workshop, the story of the birth of Jesus - the list goes on in this wonderful collection of stories for young children all about Christmas.

      The Bloomsbury Christmas Treasury2008
    • Poppy and Max and Too Many Muffins

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Poppy and Max don't always agree. Sometimes they even argue. But there's one thing they know for sure - they're the best of friends. Poppy thinks Max is eating too many muffins. Poppy says he must exercise, but Max isn't so sure!

      Poppy and Max and Too Many Muffins2008
    • Poppy and Max and the Sore Paw

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Poppy and Max are having fun playing soccer with their friends. Max is the greatest goalkeeper in the world—until he hurts his paw. Will Poppy be able to make it better?

      Poppy and Max and the Sore Paw2008
      4.0