The Magic Apple

In their travels, three brothers find a magic spyglass, a flying carpet, and a magic apple, which they use to help save a sick princess.

25th anniversary publication of a classic of English country writing about a year in the life of an Oxfordshire village

The author addresses key scientific questions previously explained by rich mythologies, from the evolution of the first humans and the life cycle of stars to the principles of a rainbow and the origins of the universe.

A girl growing up with a father experiencing depression finds joy in serving others.

Mark was always hungry. No matter what he did or how much he ate, from morning to night, his stomach rumbled and grumbled and cried out “More!” One night he dreamt he was in an enchanted wood with a magic apple tree. After eating one of the apples, everything Mark touched with his tongue turned to food! At home, at school and in the neighborhood, Mark used his gift to make treats for everyone. But one morning something happened – something that Mark would deeply regret… Testimonial “It has a special sense of humor that really makes it stand out, and a sweetness that keeps the story in your mind even after you've stopped reading.” Kelley Note from the Publisher This book was lovingly written and illustrated for young readers who are comfortable reading alone but still enjoy picture books. Although somewhat longer than most bedtime stories, it is also suitable for being read aloud to younger children.

Dear parents, do you spend sleepless nights worrying about why your child doesn’t eat properly? Is your bundle of joy costing you a bundle of money with its endless tantrums during breakfast, lunch, and dinner? Do you always run behind your kid frantically trying to make it eat some healthy food? Are you going mad listening to those child nutritional experts, or reading all those useless colorful books on child psychology? If you say yes to any or all of these questions then don’t worry. Just introduce your child to our Magic Apple and his Mighty Friends. They will convince your child to become a wonder kid within weeks. Sounds interesting? Quick, start flipping the pages!

The acclaimed interactive picture book about the changing seasons. “Like Hervé Tullet’s Press Here, Matheson’s Tap the Magic Tree proves you don’t need apps for interactivity,” praised the New York Times. This board book edition is perfect for little hands. Every book needs you to turn the pages. But not every book needs you to tap it, shake it, jiggle it, or even blow it a kiss. Innovative and timeless, Tap the Magic Tree asks you to help one lonely tree change with the seasons. Now that’s interactive—and magical! It begins with a bare brown tree. But tap that tree, turn the page, and one bright green leaf has sprouted! Tap again—one, two, three, four—and four more leaves have grown on the next page. Pat, clap, wiggle, jiggle, and see blossoms bloom, apples grow, and the leaves swirl away with the autumn breeze. The collage-and-watercolor art evokes the bright simplicity of Lois Ehlert and Eric Carle and the interactive concept will delight fans of Pat the Bunny. Combining a playful spirit and a sense of wonder about nature, Christie Matheson has created a new modern classic that is a winner in every season—and every story time! And don't miss the follow-up, Touch the Brightest Star!