Maia lives in the tropical country of Guyana, South America. Her adventures begin when she is left a treasure box by her beloved Granny Harriet. Within the box is a map of the ancient lost city of El Dorado, the City of Gold. At the centre of the city is a magnificent golden-barked oak tree called The Tree of El. Maia is following in the footsteps of a long line of explorers who have faced danger and hardship in their search for the fabulous treasure. Journey with her as she discovers The Secret of El Dorado City: The Tree of El.
This world we live in is not at peace. We experience the result of greed, the desire to control others, wars, and rumors of war. From my travels, I realize that most people would like to just live their lives in peace and comfort, have a meaningful existence, support their family, love and be loved, and see their children grow to be happy and healthy. The answer to a peaceful world with personal peace and harmony is to take a journey into your inner soul. Discover who you really areand that we are all branches on the same tree of life.
A gorgeously woven tale of magic, friendship, and self-discovery set in a dream-like landscape filled with fairies. After years of living in America, Clare Macleod and her father are returning to Ireland, where they’ll inhabit the house Clare was born in—a house built into a green hillside with a tree for a wall. For Clare, the house is not only full of memories of her mother, but also of a mysterious boy with raven-dark hair and dreamlike nights filled with stars and magic. Clare soon discovers that the boy is as real as the fairy-making magic, and that they’re both in great danger from an ancient foe. Fast-paced adventure and spellbinding prose combine to weave a tale of love and loyalty in this young adult fantasy. ★ "A stunningly atmospheric, gorgeously complicated dream of a book." —Publishers Weekly, starred review ★ "An unforgettable tale . . . that contains all the darkness and light of A Midsummer Night's Dream." —School Library Journal, starred review "Gorgeous, haunting, and wonderfully strange, The Radiant Road establishes Katherine Catmull as a master of the modern fairy tale." —Anne Ursu, author of The Real Boy and Breadcrumbs "Katherine Catmull deftly weaves Clare's contemporary story with ancient Celtic lore. The Radiant Road is a beguiling novel with a strong, engaging protagonist." —Juliet Marillier, author of Daughter of the Forest and Wildwood Dancing
One family tells the history of the Christmas tree while decorating its own In this warmly illustrated book, a family trims its Christmas tree. As the mother, father, grandmother, and children decorate together, they tell the story of how Christmas trees came to be, including the changes in size and appearance over time, and the way ornaments were first introduced. Tomie dePaola effortlessly weaves together little-known historical facts with the story of one family’s traditions. This fixed-layout ebook, which preserves the design and layout of the original print book, features read-along narration.
As you turn the pages of this book, you will encounter tales of courage, wisdom, love, and transformation. You will witness the interactions between humans and trees, exploring the connections that transcend the boundaries of the natural world. These stories will inspire you to reflect on the symbiotic relationship between humanity and nature, and the magic that emerges when we open ourselves to the possibilities that lie beyond what the eye can see. From the ancient oaks that offer guidance to the whimsical willows that weave spells of enchantment, "Fables of the Trees" invites you to step into a realm where imagination knows no limits and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Whether you find yourself lost in the depths of a dark forest or basking in the glow of a moonlit clearing, these fables will transport you to a place where the trees are storytellers and the wind carries the echoes of their tales.
