Books published by publisher Walker Childrens Paperbacks

When Will helps an injured bird, he learns that a little kindness can go a long way. No one in the busy city sees the bird lying on the pavement, its wing broken. No one but a small boy called Will. He and his mum carry it home and, with time, rest, and a little bit of hope, the wing mends...and they set the bird free to soar over the city once more. This is a paperback edition of a magical story, endorsed by Amnesty International UK. It is a poetic picture book full of hope and tenderness, from a multi-award-winning creator.

When Mayor Fargenberg announced a cake-baking competition for the town's big Fourth of July celebration, Donna Rae Hadley started thinking. And as all of Danville knew, once Donna Rae got one of her big ideas, anything could happen.Not just any cake would do for Donna Rae's entry. Of course it needed to taste wonderful. But her cake also needed all the drama of the Boston Tea Party. It needed to showcase patriotism, like the Statue of Liberty. It needed the pizzazz and excitement of Paul Revere's ride.Even Mayor Fargenberg, who was secretly sweet on Donna Rae, could see a culinary disaster in the making. Bring your fork and your appetite to this spirited holiday bake-off, but don't forget your napkin. The cake will be flying.

No one ever forgets their first taste of freedom.Gandhi's famous Salt March shook the foundations of the British Empire and the world, showing the strength of a people united in peace to fight for freedom. Gandhi's march had a significant effect on changing world and British attitudes towards Indian independence, and inspired the use of non-violence in other protest movements, like the US Civil Right movement. You'll never forget Elizabeth Cody Kimmel's heartwarming, insightful account or Guiliano Ferri's stunning illustrations of the event seen through the eyes of a child inspired by Gandhi's vision for a better world.

The shark has been lurking in the deep, dark sea, searching for a fishy snack. He's big and he's mean and he's always hungry. Tired of fleeing the shark, the other sea creatures come up with a plan. If they all work together, it might be possible to teach the shark a lesson he'll never forget. With a lively rhyming text; bright, expressive illustrations; and a playful die-cut cover, this is one shark's tale that will be a hit either at story hour . . . or feeding time.

Getting ready for school is the perfect time to procrastinate! Whether she's an elephant at a waterhole, leader of an expedition to Mount Everest, or a star posing for paparazzi, Livi's imagination takes her on exciting adventures on her way to school. With stalling techniques as creative as this, it's a wonder she ever makes it to school at all! Sarah Maizes and Michael Paraskevas create another funny, fresh book for every parent who wants to foster creativity in their family's everyday routines.

This is an updated, 15th anniversary edition of the definitive book on kids' sexual health brings this trusted resource into the twenty-first century. Now with a brand-new chapter focusing on safe internet use - one of parents' key concerns - this universally acclaimed classic by Robie H. Harris and Michael Emberley is a cutting-edge resource for kids, parents, teachers, librarians, and anyone else who cares about the well-being of tweens and teens. Providing accurate and up-to-date answers to nearly every imaginable question, from conception and puberty to birth control and AIDS, it offers young people the information they need - now more than ever - to make responsible decisions and stay healthy. It includes an all-new chapter on internet safety. It is completely updated and thoroughly vetted by experts. It is the definitive book on kids' sexual health.

Welcome to Maisy's amazing world of words, full of flaps, bold illustrations and a fantastic first vocabulary! This biggest-ever Maisy book is full to bursting with first words and pictures. 64 pages, 25 fantastic flaps and over 300 wonderful words combine in this colorful collection from award-winning artist Lucy Cousins. All of Maisy's favorite places and activities are featured: dressing up, cooking, in the park, on the farm, at the beach, animals, bathtime, bedtime, and many, many more. It's truly amazing! This is a "Maisy First Concepts" book, perfect for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years. Featuring a new cover look, new logo and clear age-ranging, this title is part of the "My Best Friend Maisy" re-launch, supported by a major marketing campaign. It is also available in "The First Concepts Series": "What's the Time, Maisy?" (978-0-7445-9224-5), "Maisy's Twinkly, Crinkly Counting Book" (978-0-7445-5751-0) and "Maisy's Wonderful Weather Book" (978-1-8442-8671-3).

A clever twist on the First Family's dog hunt, this is the story of two little girls, living in the White House, who post a sign on the lawn to kick off their search for the perfect dog. Soon the applicants are lining up, and as the parents prepare for a fancy state dinner, the girls conduct their secret dog interviews. Every time the doorbell rings, a different dog has come calling, each barking its own praise and boasting that it's the perfect candidate for the spot.

So you want to be a rock star, huh? Well, first you'll need an awesome vintage electric guitar. Don't have one of those? That's okay. All you need to do is to close your eyes and strum with your right hand. Oh, and make a face like your stomach really hurts. Can't sing? No problem! Your voice doesn't need to be perfect. Just really loud.Perfect for young fans of Rock Band and the Disney pop stars, So You Want to Be a Rock Star will teach budding musicians all they need to know about becoming a bona fide rock star, and the interactive text will keep their parents rocking--and laughing--too!