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Carnival Dogs.This is a story of a litter of pups as they try and find a home with the travelling fair.Taow, Bindi and Bubs are a litter of dogs who find shelter and protection following a travelling fair. They look forward to all the new smells and fun that they will have when the fair finally finds a new place to settle. We follow the pups taking a bath with a mermaid and enjoying many of the fun fair activities and much, much more. After a day of fun, they circle to rest in their favourite place and it's only then that they are able to dream the impossible. They are transported by their friend (Legend of the Boatman) across deserts to see some astonishing things like the 'Greatest Show On Earth'- the natural world.Carnival Dogs is an uplifting, rhyming story that explores the importance of family bonds, friendships and belonging. They wake each morning and fill their days and nights with as much as life can give them.This simple story relates to the simple rhythm of life which could be located anywhere in the world. The dogs learn to cope and make the most of what life has given them. They eat, exercise, stay clean and maintain their joyful spirit every day and night. It is only when they dream, we realise that they are able to transcend themselves to even greater joy.This beautifully illustrated picture book is suitable for children aged between four to nine. A great bedtime read or as a classroom story to encourage discussions on animal kindness and the environment.They may not have much; they may not need much but they may want you!Follow them and their simple beat of life again and again and again.Teaching kids about nature is an important part of their education and also an important part of how they can make a difference in the future. Each picture below may be used to teach children about an issue in nature.Issues which may be discussed include- Animal welfare; Responsibility for animals; The importance of mountains; Homeless animals; Desert expansion; Water scarcity; The importance of grasslands; Habitat loss; Endangered animals

Monsoon Dogs This is a story of three dogs who live their lives and dreams for today, and they dream big!Maya and her two puppies (Chai and Nuch) have found themselves homeless again due to the monsoon floods. Maya has to try and find a safe place for them all. Like all good mums, she believes in hope and love and will not stop searching until they are all in a safe and happy place.They have fun along the way chasing frogs, organising a beach clean, making a boat and much, much more! At the end of the day, they curl up to fall asleep. They dream of the Legend of the Boatman who cares for them. Their adventures continue as we follow the dogs on a journey to the wonders of the Oceans.Monsoon Dogs is an uplifting, rhyming story that explores the importance of friendships, love and belonging. They wake each morning and fill their days and nights with as much as life can give them. This simple story relates to the simple rhythm of life which could be located anywhere in the world. The dogs learn to cope and make the most of what life has given them. They eat, exercise, stay clean and maintain their joyful spirit every day and night. It is when they dream, we realise that they are able to transcend themselves to even greater joy.This beautifully illustrated picture book is suitable for children aged between four to nine. A great bedtime read or as a classroom story to encourage discussions on animal kindness.They may not have much; they may not need much but they may want you!Follow them and their simple beat of life again and again and again.Teaching kids about the environment is an important part of their education and also an important part of how they can make a difference today and in the future.There are many pictures that may or may not be used to teach children about environmental issues.Environmental issues like;Climate changeFood wasteDisplacementFlooding/ water pollutionPopulation increase/ homelessnessDeforestationPlastic pollutionGlobal warmingOcean acidificationLoss of biodiversity

Temple Dogs.This is a story of three dogs who live for today and today is that day!Kwan, Maya and Taow are three dogs who make friends. They make a home for themselves in the ruined temples. They spend their day chasing rickshaws, running on beaches, swimming in waterfalls and much, much more. At the end of the day , they curl together to fall asleep. They dream of the Legend of the Boatman who cares for them, like an owner. Their adventures continue as we follow the dogs on a journey out of this world!Temple Dogs is an uplifting, rhyming story that explores the importance of friendships, love and belonging. They wake each morning and fill their days and nights with as much as life can give them. Kwan, Maya and Taow offer each other adventure, love, and fun.This simple story relates to the simple rhythm of life which could be located anywhere in the world. The homeless dogs learn to cope and make the most of what life has given them. They eat, exercise, stay clean and maintain their joyful spirit every day and night. It is when they dream, we realise that they are able to transcend themselves to even greater joy.This beautifully illustrated picture book is suitable for children aged between four to nine. A great bedtime read or as a classroom story to encourage discussions on animal kindness.They may not have much; they may not need much but they may want you!Follow them and their simple beat of life again and again and again.Teaching kids about the environment is an important part of their education and also an important part of how they can make a difference today and in the future.There are many pictures that may or may not be used to teach children about environmental issues.Environmental issues like;Using natural energyreducing and reusingusing local produceenvironmental impactwater conservationeating more sustainablyusing electricity wiselycar-free livingreducing taking flights.

Legend of the Boatman¿¿'Somewhere far away, there is an island; where flowers grow in a warm breeze.And on this island lived a boatman who sailed there from far, overseas.'The book follows how the 'Legend of the Boatman' became the legend. The legend who came from the stars each night to help dogs.The Boatman travels from town to town to sell some of his flowers. Every place he visits, he sees homeless dogs. He really wishes that he could help them and one day, he wishes too much!It is only when the dogs dream, we realise that the Legend of the Boatman and the dogs are able to transcend themselves to an even greater joy.We follow the Legend of the Boatman as he takes them on amazing journeys in his boat. 'Tales of the Boatman's dogs' is a series of children's picture books about dogs.'Monsoon Dogs' follows a young mum called Maya as she guides and protects her puppies from the monsoon rains. 'Carnival Dogs' follows three puppies as they seek shelter from the harsh climate by following a travelling fair. 'Polar Dogs' follows three snow dogs as they manage to get lost from their pack. The final story called 'Temple Dogs', revisits a dog from each of the previous stories as they unite and create a great team.The stories relate to the simple rhythm of life which could be located anywhere in the world. Places in the world where it is hot and places where it is cold. Places where there are temples and fun fairs. Places, even out of these world!Follow them for just the one day and and one night, with their simple beat of life again and again and again.They may not have much; they may not need much but they may want you!These beautifully illustrated picture books are suitable for children aged between four to nine. A great bedtime read or as a classroom story to encourage discussions on animal kindness and the environment. Each of the books offer readers an opportunity to discuss environmental issues, if they so wish.Teaching kids about nature is an important part of their education and also an important part of how they can make a difference in the future. Each picture below may be used to teach children about an issue in nature.Issues which may be discussed include;Transportation of flowers.Preservation of flowers for sale.Pollution from pesticides.Benefits from buying locally.Buying seasonal flowers. Sustainable packaging.The Law and protecting flowers.Biodiversity benefits.Recycling flowers.