Stanfords stocks a range of kids’ travel books, from fairytales to picture books, activity books and children’s novels. Fiction, fact or just plain funny, these will inspire and entertain children of all ages.
Children's Books
Stories From Around the World
Tales about brave heroes and heroines, stories of wonderful magic, of strange and amazing creatures, and of how things first began… Traditional bedtime stories and children’s tales from all around the world.
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If the World Were a Village
A fascinating book that tells us in simple words and vibrant, beautiful illustrations about the world and its population; about who we are, where we live, what languages we speak, what religions we practice and much more...
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Treasure Island
A book about ‘a map, and a treasure, and a mutiny, and a derelict ship, and a fine old Squire Trelawney, and a doctor, and a sea-cook with one leg…’ (Robert Louis Stevenson). One of the most popular adventure stories of all times.
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| Publisher: | Macmillan |
| Catalogue number: | 155288 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
For True Adventures for Boys the author has gathered together from across the globe some of the most amazing true stories ever told, illustrated with extraordinarily fascinating photographs and maps...
| Publisher: | Winged Chariot |
| Catalogue number: | 142629 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
‘Why does night have to follow day, bringing strange shapes and the creatures of the dark?’
Why do we all need the night and the dreams that come with it?
A carousel of words and pictures, this touching...
| Publisher: | Dorling Kindersley |
| Catalogue number: | 158014 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
From renowned makers of children's reference books worldwide, comes the Dorling Kindersley Eyewitness guide to Ancient Egypt. Travel back in time to this remarkable civilization and discover how ordinary...
| Author: | Laurent De Brunhoff |
| Publisher: | Harry N Abrams |
| Catalogue number: | 136173 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
The latest from venerable storyteller and brilliant artist Laurent de Brunhoff has Babar's family on a world tour! They visit a number of countries around the globe.
First stop is Italy where they learn...
| Publisher: | Hodder & Stoughton |
| Catalogue number: | 104212 |
| Availability: | Temporarily out of stock: expected back within 10 days |
...Many of them are presented and closely photographed in this book. Each creature is described in terms of its habitat and behaviour. The pictures capture many in very unbecoming expressions but this...
| Publisher: | Fivedit |
| Catalogue number: | 106385 |
| Availability: | Special order: usually dispatched within 10 days |
An introduction to China through the colours of its landmarks and culture. Each colour is an excuse to show some aspect of Chinese life and culture. With lovely illustrations and simple language.
| Publisher: | Dorling Kindersley |
| Catalogue number: | 146645 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
e.explore: Earth is a unique combination of a book and an exclusive website, created with Google, combining the best of a traditional reference book with an extra digital dimension.
The 96 page book...
| Author: | Clare Beaton |
| Publisher: | Barefoot Books |
| Catalogue number: | 160126 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
NOMINATED FOR THE KATE GREENAWAY AWARD 2008
Clare Beaton's “Elusive Moose” is a hide-and-seek adventure that takes young readers to the Far North of continental America. Moose are very shy - but if...
Gallop! - A Scanimation Picture Book
| Author: | Rufus Butler Seder |
| Publisher: | Workman |
| Catalogue number: | 167933 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
What’s all the commotion? Animals in motion!
“Gallop!” is a wonderfully inventive Scanimation picture book. Once you open up the book, you won’t believe your eyes: the galloping horse, the strutting...
| Publisher: | Barefoot Books |
| Catalogue number: | 129982 |
| Availability: | Temporarily out of stock: expected back within 4 weeks |
Retold by Burleigh Muten and illustrated by Sian Bailey, these are eight stories of wisdom as grandmothers would tell them. In some of the tales grandmother figures appear themselves. Other tales are...
| Author: | Dugald Steer |
| Publisher: | Templar Publishing |
| Catalogue number: | 158990 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
“How To Be An Explorer - An Adventurer’s Guide”, by Dugald Steer, is a delightful children’s picture book. Beautiful illustrations, pop-ups, booklets, flaps and letters accompany the exciting stories...
| Author: | David J Smith |
| Publisher: | A & C Black |
| Catalogue number: | 122452 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
“If the world were a village and a hundred people live in the village...”
Written by David J Smith and illustrated by Shelagh Armstrong, “If the World Were a Village” tells us in simple words and vibrant...
| Publisher: | Hodder & Stoughton |
| Catalogue number: | 104210 |
| Availability: | Temporarily out of stock: expected back within 10 days |
Following a route and using a grid are two of the skills children will be introduced to in this colourful and entertaining book.
| Author: | Kathy Jacobsen |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown & Co |
| Catalogue number: | 121085 |
| Availability: | Special order: usually dispatched within 10 days |
Follow Becky and Speedy on a spectacular pictorial journey of their favourite places, from the towering Empire State Building to the Chinatown Ice Cream Factory. Each page fizzes with activity, sights...
Ocean - Maurice Pledger's Sounds of the Wild
| Author: | Valerie Davies |
| Publisher: | Templar Publishing |
| Catalogue number: | 158994 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
“Ocean” is a truly wonderful pop-up book that will charm the socks off of all children, with it’s wonderful illustrations and unbelievably realistic sounds.
Plunge into the world’s oceans and discover...
| Publisher: | Templar Publishing |
| Catalogue number: | 149998 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
This is the fictional story of the exploits of Captain William Lubber, Pirate Hunter General. Set in the 18th century, it follows quest to capture the vicious and dangerous pirate Arabella Drummond...
| Author: | John Farndon |
| Publisher: | Miles Kelly Publishing |
| Catalogue number: | 88298 |
| Availability: | Temporarily out of stock: expected back within Unknown |
Thunderstorms, waves, fog, earthquake prediction, icebergs and minerals are all explained in this wonderful reference book for young people. Each topic is dealt in an interesting, easy-to-read way making...
Pocket Dangerous Book For Boys - Things to do
| Publisher: | HarperCollins |
| Catalogue number: | 157104 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
The Pocket Dangerous Book for Boys is packed with stimulating and enjoyable things to keep you amused throughout the day. It will inspire young lads with the passion for adventure, fun and all things...
Rainforests (BOOK & CD-ROM PACK)
| Publisher: | Two-Can Publishing |
| Catalogue number: | 118235 |
| Availability: | Special order: usually dispatched within 10 days |
Interactive learning pack that combines a beautifully illustrated book and an imaginitive CD-ROM - ideal for ages 7-12. The book includes facts, photographs, illustrations, glossary and index. The disc...
RSPB Children's Guide to Birdwatching
| Publisher: | A & C Black |
| Catalogue number: | 131806 |
| Availability: | In stock: usually dispatched within 48 hours |
This new RSPB-endorsed book is a practical and comprehensive introduction to watching birds, for children aged 8-12 years.
Lavishly illustrated throughout with full-colour photographs and paintings...
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