Books with author Dave Martin

No child can resist this slug!A slug prince? Absurd! Unheard of. That's not how the story goes. But this slug is convinced he is royalty. He can prove he is. Oh, sure. All he needs is a kiss, of course. And he'll beg and plead with readers to give him one. But who would kiss a slug? Will your child be able to resist him?This hilarious book will have your children all in giggles. They'll simply love the surprise ending that not even Mommy or Daddy will see coming. An instant family favorite. Perfect for fans of Mo Willems.A note from the authorI have five young children of my own. Yes, five! One of my favorite ways to connect with my kids is through laughter. I love to make them laugh. Since our oldest was born, it's been my job to read to children before bed. Some of our most favorite stories are the silly, laugh-out-loud books. Through them, we have laughed together, connected, bonded. I hope this little book of mine can create such a moment for you and your child.

Licensed to slime!A new kind of double agent.Slug…or spy? That's up for you to decide. Absurd! Who's ever heard of a slug spy? But this slug is convinced he’s a secret agent. He can prove he is. Will he be able to convince your little reader?If you loved The Slug Prince, don't miss this hilarious companion story. The slug Jean Phillipe is at his finest. Another instant family favorite.You’ll love this little book, because everyone loves making children laugh.Get it now.

The Caterpillar sees eating as her only joy and purpose in life, but it becomes an addiction robbing her of her joy. A dragonfly heaps shame on, but a butterfly sees something deeper in her. This is a story about both the roots of shame in addiction and transformation though suffering. This is the seventh of The Animal Parables series. Each tale features an animal who finds that things turn out to be quite different from how it imagined, and profound life lessons are learned along the way. These seven, life-affirming, tales will delight young minds and leave adults moved to reflection. In this collection, Martin Day has rediscovered the power of the parable to layer deeper meanings under the skin of a simple narrative. In doing so, he has created a collection of stories that sound at multiple levels. It’s like the delight of finding that second tray under the first in a box of chocolates!

The Toddler's Handbook introduces 17 basic concepts in English and Greek. Included are numbers, colors, shapes, sizes, ABCs, animals, opposites, sounds, actions, sports, food, tableware, clothes, vehicles, emotions, body, and time. This book develops early language skills using 171 words that every kid should know. Vibrant colors and images are designed to attract the attention of babies and toddlers. This book will help children learn a variety of important concepts in English and Greek.

The donkey has always felt less significant than the self-important race horses, until a purebred white horse comes and tells him he is to race.... This is a story about both the power of sacrificial love and the strength found in a name. This is the seventh of The Animal Parables series. Each tale features an animal who finds that things turn out to be quite different from how it imagined, and profound life lessons are learned along the way. These seven life-affirming, tales will delight young minds and leave adults moved to reflection. In this collection Martin Day has rediscovered the power of the parable to layer deeper meanings under the skin of a simple narrative. In doing so he has created a collection of stories that sound at multiple levels. It’s like the delight of finding that second tray under the first in a box of chocolates!

Read for free with Kindle Unlimited!Link to a FREE Ninja Whale coloring book included at the end of book.Wilbur has always wanted to be a ninja. But there are some who believe whales shouldn't be ninjas. Some even make fun of him. Despite their mocking, in the end, Wilbur will prove to all that he is a true hero.This is a fun, meaningful story with adorable illustrations. A great read for beginner readers. Toddlers and children 3-8 will love it. A quick read makes it perfect as a bedtime story. Sure to please fans of The Three Ninja Pigs, Ninja Bunny, or The Pout-Pout Fish.

How do you train a...pumpkin?Training your pumpkin to be a jack-o’-lantern is no easy feat. It takes hard work, determination, and a little ingenuity.Children are sure to enjoy this fun, imaginative story. Just watch them try to guess what the main character is up to with his pumpkin. No child will be able to resist the silliness!Each page will bring a smile to their faces as they watch the main character try to coerce his pumpkin into becoming a jack-o’-lantern. He'll have plenty of clever ideas. What will he try? Will he succeed in finding his own way to make a jack-o’-lantern?An excellent bedtime story for kids age 3-8. Also great for beginning readers.You'll love the book because it's a cute, quick, child-pleasing story that shows the power of creative problem-solving.Get it now.

Exam Board: EdexcelLevel: GCSESubject: HistoryFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Endorsed for EdexcelHelp your students achieve their full potential while ensuring pace, enjoyment and motivation with this unique series from the leading History publisher; developed by expert educators who know how to instil deep subject knowledge and an appetite for lifelong learning.- Provides distinct approaches to the different components of the 2016 specification, ensuring that your classroom resources are tailored to learners' changing needs as they progress through the curriculum- Caters for varying learning styles, using an exciting mix of clear narrative, visual stimulus materials and a rich collection of contemporary sources to capture the interest of all students- Helps students maximise their grade potential and develop their exam skills through structured guidance on answering every question type successfully- Blends in-depth coverage of topics with activities and strategies to help students acquire, retain and revise core subject knowledge across the years- Builds on our experience publishing popular GCSE resources to supply you with accurate, authoritative content written by experienced teachers who understand the practical implications of new content and assessment requirementsThe American West, c.1836-95 covers all three key topics in the specification: 'The early settlement of the West, c.1835-c.1862'; 'Development of the plains, c.1862-c.1876'; 'Conflicts and conquest, c.1876-c.1895.'

This title covers the turbulent history of France from 1774 to 1802 and the revolutionary events and larger than life individuals whose ideas and actions sent shock waves around Europe. Each enquiry tackles a discrete topic which together build a rounded and balanced picture of the causes, the course, the consequences, and the historiography of the revolution. As William Doyle puts it: 'There are few periods in history when so many benevolent intentions led to such unintended chaos and destruction, ...'How and w hy did this happen? What can we learn from it? What has the French Revolution got to say to us today?

Think more deeply and work more independently at A level History through a carefully thought-out enquiry approach from SHP.Enquiring History: It makes you think! The OFSTED report on school history suggests that the current generation of A Level students have been poorly served by exam-based textbooks which spoon-feed students while failing to enthuse them or develop deeper understandings of studying HistoryThe Schools History Project has risen to this challenge with a new series for the next generation. Enquiring History is SHP's fresh approach to Advanced Level History that aims: - To motivate and engage readers - To help readers think and gain independence as learners- To encourage enquiry, and deeper understanding of periods and the people of the past- To engage with current scholarship - To prepare A Level students for universityKey features of each Student book- Clear compelling narrative - books are designed to be read cover to cover- Structured enquiries - that explore the core content and issues of each period- 'Insight' panels between enquiries provide context, overview, and extension - Full colour illustrations throughoutWeb-based support includes- lesson planning tools and activities for teachers- Dynamic eBooks for whole class teaching or individual student reading- Exam advice for each specification The French RevolutionThis title covers the turbulent history of France from 1774 to 1802 and the revolutionary events and larger than life individuals whose ideas and actions sent shock waves around Europe. Each enquiry tackles a discrete topic which together build a rounded and balanced picture of the causes, the course, the consequences, and the historiography of the revolution. As William Doyle puts it: 'There are few periods in history when so many benevolent intentions led to such unintended chaos and destruction, ...'How and why did this happen? What can we learn from it? What has the French Revolution got to say to us today?Web-based support includes- lesson planning tools and guidance for teachers available from the SHP website http://www.schoolshistoryproject.org.uk/Publishing/BooksSHP- eBooks for whole class teaching or individual student reading available from eBook retailers