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Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen

    Sudipta Bardhan-Quallenová je oceňovaná autorka dětských knih, která se zaměřuje na to, aby si děti našly vlastní hlas. Věří, že každý má příběh, který stojí za to vyprávět, a že knihy jsou autobiografické. Bardhan-Quallenová prostřednictvím svých děl a návštěv škol inspiruje mladé čtenáře k objevování a vyjadřování jejich vlastních příběhů.

    Mermicorns #3: The Invisible Mix-Up
    Purrmaids #10: A Grrr-eat New Friendship
    Mermicorns #1: Sparkle Magic
    Purrmaids #9: Kitten Campout
    Purrmaids 3. Seasick Sea Horse
    Mermicorns #2: A Friendship Problem
    • Cats in Construction Hats

      • 40 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      In a vibrant tale, six lively cats team up with their small rat companions to construct a house. This charming story highlights themes of friendship, teamwork, and creativity as the unlikely group collaborates to achieve their goal. The colorful illustrations and engaging narrative make it a delightful read for children, emphasizing the joy of working together despite differences.

      Cats in Construction Hats2025
      3,7
    • Purrmaids #15

      Olympic Shell-ebration

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      Set against the backdrop of the summer Olympics, Kittentail Cove is buzzing with excitement as a local hero hosts a field day at Sea School. Best friends Coral, Shelly, and Angel eagerly participate in various sports. However, when Coral earns a spot on the swim-nastics team while her friends do not, she faces the challenge of overcoming her fears and learning to collaborate with her new teammates to achieve victory. Themes of friendship, teamwork, and personal growth are central to this engaging story.

      Purrmaids #152024
    • Cake vs. Pie

      • 32 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      In a whimsical showdown, Cake and Pie engage in a friendly rivalry to claim the title of the favorite dessert. Their competition showcases their unique qualities and flavors, inviting readers to enjoy a delightful exploration of culinary preferences. As they navigate challenges and showcase their strengths, the story highlights themes of friendship, rivalry, and the joy of desserts.

      Cake vs. Pie2023
      3,4
    • Chapter book readers' favorite kitten mermaids learn all about voting during a contest in this 14th book in the series that will have readers paw-sitively hooked from page one!There's a contest happening at Kittentail Cove Library! Only one lucky purrmaid will have their poster displayed in the brand new reading room, and Angel is excited to help count the votes! All the art is amazing...but Angel really wants her friend Coral to win. When she finds some ballots that weren’t counted, Angel isn’t sure what to do. Is the contest ruined? Or is there a surprise in store?Don’t miss any of the purrmaids’ adventures, including The Scaredy Cat , Search for the Mermicorn , Party Animals , and more!

      Purrmaids #14: Contest Cat-tastrophe2023
      4,1
    • Splatypus

      • 32 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      Lonely Platypus tries looking for animals to play with, but he cannot find where he belongs until he happens upon the seashore.

      Splatypus2023
    • The purrmaids are taking a trip to Flamingo Island! The adorable mermaid-kittens in this chapter book series will have readers paw-sitively hooked from page one!Shelly’s parents visit Flamingo Island to collect shrimp for their restaurant—and this time, Shelly gets to go! Even better, her best friends, Angel and Coral, are coming, too! Shelly can’t wait to see the flamingos and find a keepsake to bring back home. But when she accidentally takes something she shouldn’t, the purrmaids have to figure out how to make things right!Don’t miss any of the purrmaids’ adventures, including The Scaredy Cat , Search for the Mermicorn , Party Animals , and more!

      Purrmaids #13: Purr-ty in Pink2023
      4,3
    • Roxie Loves Adventure

      • 40 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      Roxie the pug lives a life of luxury, but after getting accidentally locked outside, she finds her grit and figures out how to get back in, soon dreaming of further adventures with her newly found confidence.

      Roxie Loves Adventure2022
      3,8
    • The United States v. Jackie Robinson

      • 40 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      A moving and inspiring nonfiction picture book about Jackie Robinson's court martial trial--an important lesser-known moment in his lifetime of fighting prejudice with strength and grace. Students who have been introduced to this American hero from such books as Brad Meltzer's I Am Jackie Robinson can take a deeper look at a key event in his life with The United States v. Jackie Robinson

      The United States v. Jackie Robinson2022
      4,3
    • Chapter book readers' favorite kitten mermaids are back in their second holiday title -- it's time to celebrate Paw-loween! In Kittentail Cove, Paw-loween is a super fun holiday! Shelly, Coral, and Angel can't wait to decorate jelly-o-lanterns, dress up in costumes, and go to the Paw-loween festival! But Coral is a little nervous about the Haunted House. Can this scaredy cat learn to be brave so she can see her purr-fect pumpkin on display in the house? Maybe with a little help from her friends! This Halloween-themed adventure offers just the right amount of spooky fun for chapter book readers!

      Purrmaids #11: A Purr-fect Pumpkin2022
      3,9
    • Purrmaids #12: Party Animals

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      Chapter book readers' favorite kitten mermaids can't wait to celebrate a birthday with their unicorn mermaid friends and a very special guest...a manatee! It's Angel's birthday and she can't wait to celebrate with her purrmaid and mermicorn best friends! But the girls don't seem very excited to celebrate with her. They keep sneaking off to be alone. Angry and hurt, Angel swims out in the ocean by herself and finds Minnie -- a manatee who needs help! Can the girls all work together to save Minnie? Or are Angel's friends too busy with their secret plans? The adorable mermaid-kittens in this chapter book series will have readers paw-sitively hooked from page one!

      Purrmaids #12: Party Animals2022
      4,2
    • Part unicorn, part mermaid, and totally magical! Don't miss this exciting chapter book series from the author of the popular Purrmaids series! Oh no! Lily is sick. That means she’s stuck in bed all day. She’s going to miss an exciting lesson at the Magic Academy. Even worse, she can’t go to the clubhouse after school with her best friend, Sirena. Is her whole day ruined? Or do Sirena and their kitten friends have a surprise for her? Read all the Mermicorn adventures: #1: Sparkle Magic #2: A Friendship Problem #3: The Invisible Mix-Up

      Mermicorns #4: Sniffles and Surprises2022
      4,4
    • Purrmaids #9: Kitten Campout

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      In this enchanting chapter book, beloved kitten mermaids embark on their first school sleepover adventure. Perfect for young readers who enjoy magical tales, the story promises delightful escapades and friendships reminiscent of popular series like Magic Kitten, Unicorn Academy, and Fairy Animals. The whimsical blend of mermaids and kittens captivates the imagination, making it an ideal choice for fans of fantasy and friendship.

      Purrmaids #9: Kitten Campout2021
      4,4
    • Quackenstein Hatches a Family

      • 32 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      A spooky and kooky tale about a lonely duck and his unexpected new friend--now in an 8 x 8 trim size and paperback Told in rollicking rhyme, this picture book introduces Quackenstein, a lonely duck in his "lair" at the zoo. One day, Quack is inspired to adopt an egg from the nursery and--much like his inspiration, Dr. Frankenstein--he's shocked by what emerges from the egg. The "monster" chases him throughout the zoo in a fast-paced and funny parody of monster movies. In the twist ending, the monster (actually an adorable platypus) and Quack resolve their differences and settle down as a not-so-spooky family.

      Quackenstein Hatches a Family2021
      4,2
    • Chicks Rock!

      • 40 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      Rocker Chick overcomes stage fright to find her voice in this rockin' companion to Chicks Rule! Rocker Chick loves to jam out alone in her room. She strums her guitar and belts into her tailfeather brush. But she's too chicken to perform for a crowd. When she's invited to play a big show at the local barn, Rocker Chick isn't sure she's brave enough to take the stage. Thankfully, her peeps have her back. Each bringing their own strengths and skills, Rocker Chick's friends help her find her inner rock star and step into the spotlight. This celebration of courage and commitment shows just how much friendship rocks!

      Chicks Rock!2021
      4,1
    • Part unicorn, part mermaid, and totally magical! Don't miss this exciting new chapter book series from the author of the popular Purrmaids series! When a mermicorn's horn starts to sparkle, that means she's ready for Magic School! Sirena can't wait to learn how to do ALL kinds of magic around the ocean! But magic isn't as easy to learn as she'd hoped. And to make matters worse, her school partner, Lily is way better at magic than she is! It's not fair! Turns out, it's hard to do magic when you're jealous or angry. Can Sirena learn to be a good friend and master her first magic lesson? The Mermicorns chapter book series is perfect for readers who love magic and adventure in series like Magic Pony, Unicorn Academy, Purrmaids, and more.

      Mermicorns #1: Sparkle Magic2021
      4,4
    • Chapter book readers' favorite kitten mermaids meet a grr-maid (a puppy mermaid) in this 10th book in the series that's perfect for fans of Magic Kitten, Unicorn Academy, and more! A new student is coming to visit Sea School! The purrmaids are excited to make a new friend. But they're even more excited when they find out the student is a grrr-maid--half puppy, half mermaid. It's paw-some to make new friends from other parts of the ocean. But will jealousy between the purrmaids ruin all the fun? The adorable mermaid-kittens in this chapter book series will have readers paw-sitively hooked from page one!

      Purrmaids #10: A Grrr-eat New Friendship2021
      4,5
    • Mermicorns #3: The Invisible Mix-Up

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      Part unicorn, part mermaid, and totally magical! Don't miss this exciting new chapter book series from the author of the popular Purrmaids series!Mermicorns Sirena and Lily are learning amazing magic at school. When they take a field trip to the library, they learn how to make things disappear! Sirena is excited to try some new spells. But turning invisible isn’t just fun . . . it’s dangerous! Especially when you don’t read all the rules first. Are the two friends ready for such powerful magic?The Mermicorns chapter book series is perfect for readers who love magic and adventure in series like Unicorn Academy, Purrmaids, and more.

      Mermicorns #3: The Invisible Mix-Up2021
      4,6
    • Part unicorn, part mermaid, and totally magical! Don't miss this exciting new chapter book series from the author of the popular Purrmaids series!Mermicorns Sirena and Lily are best friends at Magic School. They love to find special places to pratice their magic so when Sirena finds a spot on the coral reef that's perfect for a club house, she can't wait to take Lily there. But she also wants to invite her kitten mermaid friends to the club...and that makes Lily jealous. Does Sirena have room for old friends AND new friends in her clubhouse?The Mermicorns chapter book series is perfect for readers who love magic and adventure in series like Magic Pony, Unicorn Academy, Purrmaids, and more.

      Mermicorns #2: A Friendship Problem2021
      4,6
    • Purrmaids #7: Kittens in the Kitchen

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      In this seventh installment of the beloved chapter book series, the purrmaids face the challenge of a cooking competition. Fans of Magic Kitten and Mermaid Tales will enjoy the whimsical adventures as these unique characters combine their talents to create delicious dishes. The story promises excitement, teamwork, and the charm of the purrmaids as they strive for victory in a delightful culinary showdown.

      Purrmaids #7: Kittens in the Kitchen2020
      4,2
    • Purrmaids #8: Merry Fish-Mas

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      This chapter book introduces a festive holiday theme, making it an ideal gift for fans of magical animals. It promises engaging stories filled with charm and whimsy, capturing the spirit of the season. With its focus on holiday celebrations and delightful animal characters, it serves as a fun and enchanting stocking stuffer for young readers.

      Purrmaids #8: Merry Fish-Mas2020
      4,2
    • Duck, Duck, Moose!

      • 32 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      Duck and Duck are preparing for a party, and each step of the way, Moose inadvertently messes things up. When he disappears in shame, Duck and Duck must go find him so he can join in the party--which was for him! The slapstick physical humor of Duck, Duck, Moose will have little ones overcome with the giggles.

      Duck, Duck, Moose!2020
      3,8
    • Purrmaids #6: Quest For Clean Water

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      Help the purrmaids clean up the ocean--and save a mermicorn friend--in this sixth book in the popular chapter book series perfect for fans of Magic Kitten and Mermaid Tales!Ms. Harbor has a fun new project for the purrmaids: a scavenger hunt! The purrmaids must search Kittentail Cove to find items around the ocean. Some are rare, like a special piece of coral. And some are too plentiful--like plastic human garbage. When Coral, Shelly, and Angel visit their mermicorn friend, Sirena, they discover that Sirena's younger brother is caught in plastic soda rings. It's up to the purrmaids to help their friend and clean up the ocean!Ocean conservation, recycling, and the environment are important topics that kids feel passionate about. This new Purrmaids adventure purr-fectly pairs the fun of a scavenger hunt with these important educational themes!

      Purrmaids #6: Quest For Clean Water2019
      4,3
    • Purrmaids #5: A Star Purr-formance

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      The adorable mermaid-kittens in this chapter book series are ready to sing on stage--fans of the Magic Kitten and the Fairy Animals series will be paw-sitively hooked from page one! It's a special day in Kittentail Cove! Purrmaids have a chance to sing in front of the whole town. Shelly can't wait to try out. Especially once she hears this year's surprise guest. The winning purrmaids get to sing with famous pop star Kelpy Sharkson! There's just one problem. Shelly thinks practice makes purr-fect, but her friends get tired of singing all day. Can the purrmaids find a way to work hard and have fun?

      Purrmaids #5: A Star Purr-formance2019
      4,3
    • Purrmaids 3. Seasick Sea Horse

      • 85 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      Part kitten, part mermaid, the Purrmaids series is purrfect for chapter book readers and for fans of the Magic Kitten and Fairy Animals of Misty Wood series! And the purrfect class pet for the Purrmaids? A sea horse! But what happens when he goes missing? Ms. Harbor's classroom has a new pet. A sea horse! The students are excited to take care of the little guy during the week. And on weekends, someone gets to bring the sea horse home for a visit! Shelly is the first purrmaid to bring him home . . . and he gets lost! Shelly asks her friends to help her find him before they have to be back at school. Can the purrmaids find the little seahorse in time? The adorable mermaid-kittens in this chapter book series will have readers paw-sitively hooked from page one!

      Purrmaids 3. Seasick Sea Horse2018
      4,5
    • Purrmaids 4: Search for the Mermicorn

      • 87 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      The adorable mermaid-kittens (and unicorn-mermaid!) in this chapter book series will have fans of Magic Kitten and the Fairy Animal series paw-sitively hooked from page one! What's better than a purrmaid? A mermicorn! Coral, Angel, and Shelly can't wait to work on their school project about creatures in the ocean. There are so many animals to choose from! How do you pick just one? Then Angel remembers something she read about in a book--a mermicorn! It's perfect...but are mermicorns real? Angel thinks so! And a student at the Science Center just might help her prove it!

      Purrmaids 4: Search for the Mermicorn2018
      3,9
    • Meet the purrmaids, the cutest kitten-mermaids you've ever seen! When their teacher asks the class to bring in something special for show-and-tell, Shelley and Angel can't wait to find treasures in Tortoiseshell Reef. But the reef is on the edge of the cove, and Coral is scared to swim so far. Can this scaredy cat find the strength to be brave?

      Purrmaids 1: The Scaredy Cat2017
      3,8
    • The Scaredy Cat

      • 83 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      "Coral, Shelly, and Angel are best friends. They love exploring their home in Kittentail Cove. On the first day of sea school, their teacher asks everyone to bring in something special to share with the class. Shelly and Angel can't wait to visit Tortoiseshell Reef to find an extra-special treasure. But the reef is on the edge of the cove, and Coral is scared to swim that far. Can this scaredy cat learn to be brave?"--Back cover.

      The Scaredy Cat2017
    • Purrmaids #2: The Catfish Club

      • 84 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      Get totally smitten with mermaid kittens in book two of this new chapter book series! It’s purrfect for fans of Magic Kitten and the Fairy Animals of Misty Wood series. Coral, Shelly, and Angel are best friends, and school is always paw-some as long as they have each other! So when their teacher assigns an art project, the girls can’t wait to get up to their whiskers in paint and glitter! But three other students—the Catfish Club—are trying to ruin the fun. They’re three tough kittens who think they’re the best at everything. Will Angel and her friends dive headfirst into trouble with the Catfish Club? These adorable purrmaids will have young readers paws-itively hooked from page one!

      Purrmaids #2: The Catfish Club2017
      4,1