EXISLE PUBLISHING (EK BOOKS)

EXISLE PUBLISHING (EK BOOKS)

www.exislepublishing.com | Lucy Wawrzyniak lucy@exislepublishing.com

Books with Heart on Issues that Matter. Our books are crafted by authors and illustrators whose backgrounds include teaching and psychology. These creators have a knack for unpacking complex issues, making them engaging for even our youngest readers. EK Books is a picture book imprint, part of Exisle Publishing.

TREE BEINGS

Raymond Huber and Sandra Severgnini

Tree Beings is an adventure through the secret world of trees. Explore tree wisdom from many different cultures and some famous and fascinating tree species, brought to life in a vibrant combination of illustrations and text.

• Trees are a hot topic in climate change and environmental science. This book will encourage kids to fall in love with the natural world and act to protect it.

• World-renowned conservationist Jane Goodall endorses the book and has written a foreword.

• Includes inspiring stories of famous people who love and protect trees.

A BOY, HIS BEAR AND A BULLY

Katie Flannigan and P.J. Reece

Scott takes his bear, Buttons, to school with him every day to help him feel brave. He has to, because every day Duncan is mean to him. A Boy, His Bear and a Bully addresses the global issue of bullying in a hopeful, gentle way.

• Will resonate with children from all over the world as it addresses the global issue of bullying.

• Provides a constructive model of how to deal with difficult situations at school, opening conversation on social issues.

• An ultimately positive story about the power of bravery, friendship and forgiveness.

• Materials, activity sheets available.

RELEASE DATE: 11/2021 ISBN: 9781925820539 RRP (AUD): $34.99 FORMAT: HB, 96pp RIGHTS: World ex US, UK, Canada, New Zealand CATEGORY: Picture Book, Natural World, Environmental Care

RELEASE DATE: 08/2021 ISBN: 9781925820898 RRP (AUD): $24.99 FORMAT: TBC, 32pp RIGHTS: World ex US, UK, Canada, New Zealand CATEGORY: Picture Book, Bullying, Bravery, Forgiveness

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TURNING CARTWHEELS:

WHEN TRYING TO FIT IN LEAVES YOU IN A SPIN

Amy Adeney and Amy Calautti

Emma is desperate to join queen bee Carly’s Cartwheel Club. Turning Cartwheels cleverly explores the subtle, underhanded social bullying conducted by so-called ‘frenemies’ that is so often experienced by primaryschool-aged girls.

• This book looks at the subtler, more manipulative style of psychological bullying.

• A valuable resource for parents, teachers and carers that will enable them to assist children in identifying true friends.

• Gently encourages children to believe in themselves and ‘find their tribe’.

• Teaching materials, activity sheets available.

TOMORROW GIRL:

A TALE OF MINDFULNESS

Vikki Conley and Penelope Pratley

Catch up with a girl called Tomorrow — she’s always in a hurry! Tomorrow Girl is a quirky tale delivering a reminder about the importance of mindfulness and what can happen when we allow ourselves to be in the moment amidst the modern-day rush.

• Encourages kids to be more mindful in their everyday life and to remember to live in the moment.

• Themes of mindfulness, worry, friendship, connection and slowing down are topical, as anxiety spikes among primary-school-aged children.

• A timely tale, as more and more people begin to rush through life.

• Teaching materials, activity sheets available.

PEAR OF HOPE

Wenda Shurety and Deb Hudson

A story of a little girl with cancer and her tale of recovery. Told through sensitive words and gentle, beautiful illustrations, the story will comfort and inspire any children who are struggling to feel positive, whatever journey they may be on.

• Explores the topic of illness in a gentle, positive way that will be a comfort to any children struggling with this difficult journey.

• A valuable resource for parents, carers, educators, counsellors and medical staff who have to discuss hope and hardship with young children.

• Teaching materials available.

RELEASE DATE: 02/2021 ISBN: 9781925820515 RRP (AUD): $24.99 FORMAT: HB, 32pp RIGHTS: World ex US, UK, Canada, New Zealand CATEGORY: Picture Book, Bullying, Peer Pressure

RELEASE DATE: 05/2021 ISBN: 9781925820867 RRP (AUD): $24.99 FORMAT: HB, 32pp RIGHTS: World ex US, UK, Canada, New Zealand CATEGORY: Picture Book, Illness, Overcoming Challenges, Hope

RELEASE DATE: 05/2021 ISBN: 9781925820867 RRP (AUD): $24.99 FORMAT: HB, 32pp RIGHTS: World ex US, UK, Canada, New Zealand CATEGORY: Picture Book, Illness, Overcoming Challenges, Hope

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