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Every county has its good and evil spirits, and in Ireland, it's the leprechaun. Strange mischievous little men who put superstitious fear into everyone's heart - whether good or bad. But, of all of the little men, past, present, and future, who terrorise the beautiful green fields of Ireland, Toolis O'Shaughnessy was the most legendary.Categorised under "JUVENILE FICTION / Holidays & Celebrations / St. Patrick's Day," The Leprechaun's Handbook and Stories book is the perfect St. Patrick's Day read for kids, offering fun Irish folklore and stories from the life of Toolis O'Shaughnessy. In addition to Toolis's own writings, stories in this book were told by people who knew him and relatives of the people in the stories - kindly handed down through generations so that those who are unaware of Ireland's rich history of fairy lore can gain benefit.Categorised under "JUVENILE NONFICTION / People & Places / Europe," this book also explores the cultural aspects of Ireland, providing insight into the myths and legends that have shaped its history. For those intrigued by the world of leprechauns, categorised under "FICTION / Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology," it offers steps and tips on becoming a leprechaun, making it an engaging read for those aspiring to join the ranks of these mythical beings. And for young readers interested in the magic of St. Patrick's Day, this book provides a delightful journey into Irish folklore and traditions, making it an educational and entertaining choice.

In Dunkelflaute, a renewable energy tale, young readers aged 4 to 7 embark on a whirlwind journey to learn about green electricity generation and renewable wind power. As they explore wind turbines and the magic of harnessing nature's breeze, a young wind turbine and seagull uncover the secrets behind sustainable energy in a captivating tale perfect for curious minds.Packed with vibrant illustrations and easy-to-understand explanations, this children's book introduces basic concepts of renewable energy in a fun and engaging way. Ideal for parents, teachers, and budding eco-enthusiasts, Dunkelflaute sparks curiosity and fosters a love for environmental stewardship.Picture books are an excellent way for children to make sense of our diverse world and the wonder of science. Dunkelflaute is a simple story that helps explain wind power and its importance while addressing the big, serious issue of energy sustainability in a fun, kid-friendly way.Synopsis: Dunkelflaute is a children's story about a brave young wind turbine making electricity for his neighborhood. But, unfortunately, when a Dunkelfaute strikes, his wind turbines cannot turn, leaving everyone without electricity. Until a brave seagull, who is watching, comes up with a solution, to ask the North Wind for help.Illustrated for a younger audience of ages 4 to 7 years, this lovely book gently introduces children to renewable wind energy.Copyright 2022 Stephanie O'Connor, all rights reserved. First published in 2022 by Madra Rua Publishing.Dunkelflaute is a German word meaning 'dark doldrums' or 'dark wind lull'. Dunkelflaute is a term used in the renewable energy sector to describe a time when little to no energy can be generated using wind and solar power.

The Whale Who Ate Plastic is a fun and engaging adventure into ocean plastic and environmental awareness for little ones and is the perfect children's book for a World Ocean Day read aloud. The Whale Who Ate Plastic is a thought provoking picture book that follows a hungry whale who loves to eat. One day he meets a little fish who tells him about plastic. Not knowing that plastic is not food, the whale eats the plastic and feels very poorly indeed. This lovely picture book gently helps young children learn about ocean plastic, ocean pollution, and the importance of limiting plastic use and recycling. It's an excellent opening for further discussion about protecting the natural world. Likewise, if you are looking for books about recycling for kids, Earth Day books for kids, or children's books about environmental issues, then The Whale Who Ate Plastic is a great addition to a child's library in any home or classroom.The Whale Who Ate Plastic is perfect for preschool and elementary school children (ages 4-8) and features:A story about a whale who eats plastic and the effects of ocean pollution on the whale and other ocean creatures.A tale that gently shares an important message about protecting our environment and helping others and contains simple tips to help empower children to try and make a positive impact.Contains easy-to-follow tips for children to start their recycling journey in the book's last pages.Gently teaches children about plastic pollution in the oceans and how we can all help.Helps children to become more aware of environmental problems.Helps boost children's interest in environmental issues, caring for and improving our environment and the importance of recycling.Explains how plastic pollution is harmful to the environment, how plastic pollution is a problem, and also explains recycling and the responsible use of plastic.The message is that they can do something - and that we can all work together to help take care of our oceans.Great for parents and teachers to help educate young kids about environmental protection issues, nature, plastic pollution in our ocean and sea life, and the importance of recycling.Contains lovely vibrant colorful illustrations.Ideal to be read aloud and enjoyed by young children interested in learning more about oceans, marine life, plastic pollution, ocean clean up, and ocean conservation.

The Elephant and the Mouse is a delightful children's tale about judging and underestimating others based on appearances or without knowing someone. An elephant is afraid of mice, but when the two finally meet face-to-face, they find out they have more in common than they realize, transforming them into friends.A great children's book to inspire discussion about being open-minded with little ones. This gentle book reinforces themes of tolerance, perspectives, respecting differences and kindness. Cozy Bedtime Story Books for Kids Ages 2-5