A Lamb Called Lucky
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Warm and realistic stories about life on a farm, a modern James Herriot for young readers.
Helen Peters Books
Helen Peters captures the enchanting atmosphere of a childhood spent on a traditional farm, rich with the imaginative play and theatrical performances she staged with friends. After pursuing a career in teaching English and Drama, she found her calling in writing children's stories, inspired by the books she loved as a child. This passion for storytelling, nurtured from a young age, now fuels her work as she crafts narratives designed to captivate young readers. She embraces her identity as a writer with joy and wonder.
Jasmine Green Rescues: A Foal Called Storm
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
The book, originally published in the U.K. by Nosy Crow in 2021, features a captivating story that appeals to young readers. It combines engaging characters and imaginative narratives, encouraging creativity and exploration. With its vibrant illustrations and relatable themes, it invites children to delve into a world of adventure and discovery, making it a delightful addition to any child's library.
A Duckling Called Button
- 146 pages
- 6 hours of reading
A warm and realistic new series about life on a farm. Perfect for young animal lovers.
A Kitten Called Holly
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Warm and realistic stories about life on a farm, a modern James Herriot for young readers.
A Sheepdog Called Sky
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
The third in a fantastic series of animal stories for younger readers by Waterstones Children's Book Prize-shortlisted author Helen Peters, with beautiful black-and-white illustrations by Ellie Snowdon. A sick puppy abandoned on Jasmine's farm urgently needs her help to survive.
A Piglet Called Truffle
- 136 pages
- 5 hours of reading
Hattie rescues a tiny little piglet from certain death. But Hattie's parents don't believe in farm animals being pets and insist that Truffle must be sold as soon as he's big enough. So Hattie begins a campaign to keep him. In the end, it takes two lost guinea pigs and one cold, frosty, nighttime adventure to save Truffle's bacon...
Jasmine Green Rescues: A Goat Called Willow
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
On a trip to the local fair, Jasmine and her best friend, Tom, discover an orphaned baby goat for sale. The owner says he cannot raise her, so this seems like the perfect use for their spending money. But getting the goat home without Jasmine's parents realizing is nearly impossible, and so is keeping her inside a pen - Willow loves to jump! Jasmine decides to enter the goat in an agility contest (sheepdogs, move over) to show Mom and Dad just how wonderful Willow is. Will Jasmine's parents agree to keep the little escape artist? Or is there a better home for Willow than Oak Tree Farm? -- Amazon
Evie's Ghost
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Evie's journey involves using her cleverness to mend past mistakes to ensure a harmonious future. The narrative promises engaging and skillful storytelling, showcasing the author's talent, known for works like The Secret Hen House Theatre and The Jasmine Green Series. This tale weaves together themes of resilience and the impact of choices across time, appealing to readers who appreciate thoughtful and imaginative narratives.
Since the death of her mother, Hannah's family life has been somewhat chaotic. Her father is absorbed by running their dilapidated farm, and the four children are increasingly left to their own devices. But when the farm is threatened with demolition, Hannah determines to save it and realize her dreams at the same time.
The hugely anticipated sequel to The Secret Hen House Theatre with the same hallmarks as its predecessor: great writing and an emotionally engaging, entertaining story.
Zoznámte sa s Jazmínkou, ktorá zbožňuje zvieratá Jazmínkin otec je farmár a mama zverolekárka, preto Jazmínka trávi veľa času starostlivosťou o zvieratá, ktoré sa zároveň usiluje aj chrániť. Nanešťastie to znamená, že sa často dostane do ťažkostí… V piatej časti série sa Jazmínka stará o dve osirelé vtáčatká aj o jahniatko bez mamy, ktoré potrebuje jej pozornosť. Je odhodlaná postarať sa o Štvorlístka a udržať ho v bezpečí. Na stádo oviec však číha oveľa väčšie nebezpečenstvo, ktoré prichádza uprostred noci... Knižka doplnená milými čiernobielymi ilustráciami je priam stvorená pre všetkých milovníkov zvierat. Ilustrovala Ellie Snowdon. Pre čitateľov od 7 rokov Z anglického originálu preložila Zuzana Trstenská.
