Pete Twiddlefeet and Heart on his Sleeve:

Adults seldom carry their hearts on their sleeves. They prefer to hide it, keeping secrets. Children, on the other hand, bravely and honestly show how they feel.

When exactly do we become so self-conscious about our inner lives?At what moment do we decide to put up our shields and hide our hearts away?

No, Pete thought. Who would want to walk with his heart in his shoe?

I’d rather carry mine proudly on my sleeve!

 For the first time in weeks, a big smile spread across Pete’s face.

The smile was so big he could hook it around his ears.

He had made a decision.  He never wanted to feel too shy to show what he was feeling ever again.

Hierdie kleurvolle prenteboek is gemik op 5 tot 9 jariges en gebruik die idioom ‘hart op die mou dra’ om die jong leser te help om die brug van konkrete na abstrakte denke oor te steek.

Pieter Kokkewieter dra sy hart trots aan sy buitekant.  Almal weet hoe hy voel.  Maar op ‘n dag kry hy teëspoed en moet hy besluit of hy sy hart vir ewig in sy bors gaan toesluit.

“Nee wat, dink Pieter, wie wil nou met sy hart in sy skoen loop?  Dan loop ek liewer met myne trots op my mou. 

En, vir die eerste keer in weke, het ‘n groot glimlag oor Pieter se gesig versprei.  So groot dat hy dit weer agter sy ore moes inhaak. 

Hy het finaal besluit.  Hy wil nooit ooit skaam wees om te wys hoe hy voel nie.”

 Die boek bestaan uit 32 bladsye met 15 illustrasies.

Die boek is in rym geskryf met ’n fokus op alliterasie, assonansie en metrum. Die strofes is in tradisionele limiriek-vorm gedruk, sodat die leser maklik die ritme kan volg.  Dit maak die boek dus ideaal vir selflees sowel as voorlees. 

Grondslagfase leerders is almal in verskillende stadiums in hulle verstaan van abstrakte denke.  Hierdie idioom-boek gebruik ‘n konkrete storie om die abstrakte idioom ‘dra die wêreld op sy skouers’ verstaanbaar te maak.  Daarmee saam word gesprek uitgelok oor probleme, sorge en bekommernisse en wat ons daarmee kan doen.

Hetta Elizabetta is ‘n sewejarige wat swaar dra aan alles wat haar pla.  Op ‘n dag, word die stapel probleme te veel en te swaar… Wat nou?

Almal behalwe Juffrou Kiertsregop wat penorent staan voor die Graad 2A-klas van Laerskool Kromkierie. Dahlia Dolgraag loer vir dié juffrou wat so anders is as die res en besluit net daar dat die Hoepelkrombende moet uitvind wat aangaan. Sy weet net waar om te begin… die hemelhoë huis op die bult waar Juffrou Kiertsregop elke Vrydag by haar geheimsinnige vriendin gaan kuier.

In Kop in die wolke in Kromkieriefontein gaan Dahlia, Bella, Tienie en Tamara op ’n avontuur wat wys hoe wonderlik ’n wêreld vol drome en verbeelding kan wees.

Kop in die wolke in Kromkieriefontein is die derde boek in Murray & Me se gewilde idioom-reeks – perfek vir selflees én saamlees. Hierdie reeks maak Afrikaanse idiome vir kinders lewendig deur Milan Murray se lekkerlees-stories met betowerende illustrasies deur Marisa du Toit.

Explore a universe of creativity with the Nebulous Stars Creative Sketchbook, featuring the enchanting Cristalia. This comprehensive art kit is perfect for young artists looking to develop their drawing and sketching skills.

This complete art set offers a magical and mindful activity that is a great alternative to screen time. It encourages imaginative play and artistic exploration, helping kids learn new techniques while creating beautiful, celestial-themed artwork.

Key Features:

• 35 Sketch Pages & 80+ Stencils: A massive collection of pages and stencils to spark creativity.
• 250 Stickers & 3 Rub-On Patterns: Customize your art with a wide variety of fun decorations.
• Drawing Techniques & Color Theory: Learn fundamental art skills with included guides and instructions.
• Comprehensive Kit: Includes everything needed to foster artistic growth and expression.

The Nebulous Stars Cristalia Sketchbook is a rewarding creative gift that helps children enhance their fine motor skills, focus, and self-expression. It?s the perfect way to combine artistic learning with the magical world of Nebulous Stars.

The Nebulous Stars universe offers young girls a unique environment that combines well-being and positive values. In a world where children can be affected by the chaos of modern life, this collection of activities can allow them to reach a state of calmness and relaxation while encouraging their creativity and self-esteem.

Suitable from age 7+

• Contents:
  • 35 sketch pages
  • 80+ stencils
  • 3 rub-on patterns
  • 250 stickers
  • 5 double-ended coloring pencils
  • 8 drawing techniques
  • Color theory
  • Cristalia’s complete story
  • Color instructions

Approx Size: 22.2 x 30 x 3 cm

Each of the 26 wooden letter pieces fits into its matching slot on the sturdy puzzle board. When the correct piece is placed, children hear the letter name and a word starting with that letter – reinforcing phonics and vocabulary. The bright, colourful illustrations make it easy for kids to connect letters with familiar objects, boosting memory and recognition.

Made from durable, high-quality wood, this puzzle is built to last and withstand repeated play. It’s a great learning tool for home, preschools, or early learning centres, encouraging letter recognition, listening skills, and fine motor development.

Key Features:

• Interactive wooden alphabet puzzle with 26 letter pieces

• Plays letter names and corresponding words when pieces are placed correctly

• Bright, engaging illustrations support letter recognition and vocabulary building

• Encourages phonics skills, listening, and fine motor coordination

• Made from durable, child-safe materials for long-lasting use

• Ideal for ages 3+

• Requires 2 x AAA batteries (not included)