Friendship of the Buffalo and the Myna Bird, written by Fitri Juwita and illustrated by Bagus Kurniawan, is a heartwarming children's picture storybook published under the ASTA Storyland English literacy series. The story follows an unlikely yet harmonious friendship between a gentle water buffalo and a cheerful myna bird living together in nature. Through simple, accessible English sentences a…
Sofia the First: Welcome to Royal Prep, published by Gramedia Pustaka Utama under the Disney World of Reading Level 1 series, follows the charming adventures of Princess Sofia as she attends her very first day at Royal Prep Academy. Coming from a regular village background before her mother married the king, Sofia must learn how to navigate royal classes, make new friends, and adjust to academy…
Anansi and the Tug of War, retold by Lesley Sims and illustrated by Alida Massari, is a delightful children's storybook included in the Usborne First Reading series. Based on traditional folklore, the story features the clever and mischievous spider Anansi, who decides to play a trick on the two biggest, strongest animals in the jungle—the elephant and the hippopotamus. By using his wits rath…
The Queen Makes a Scene, written by Mairi Mackinnon and illustrated by Mike and Carl Gordon, is a humorous children's storybook included in the Usborne Very First Reading series (Book 6). The story follows an eccentric queen who causes comedic commotion and fuss in her palace, leading to entertaining and unexpected situations for her court. Developed specifically for early literacy development,…
Can You Spot? Animals is an interactive board book designed for toddlers and early childhood learners. The book features bright, engaging illustrations of various animals such as flamingos, frogs, penguins, hippos, and monkeys, accompanied by playful peekaboo elements. Through simple search-and-find questions, young readers are encouraged to look closely at the pictures, identify different anim…
Roaming the Universe, written by Ariane Wahyudi and illustrated by Eric Relf, is an imaginative children's picture book published under the ASTA Storyland English literacy series. The story follows a curious young boy who embarks on a whimsical voyage through outer space, soaring past stars, planets, and cosmic wonders in a rocket ship. Designed to ignite scientific curiosity and spark creative…
Elisa the Compassionate, written by Ariane Wahyudi and illustrated by Wanti Kustari, is an engaging children's picture storybook published under the ASTA Storyland series. The story revolves around a kind-hearted young girl named Elisa who demonstrates love, care, and compassion toward animals and the environment around her. When she encounters a lost kitten, Elisa takes gentle care of it, show…
Stephen Hawking, written by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara and illustrated by Matt Hunt, is an inspiring biographical picture book for young readers as part of the acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series. The book tells the extraordinary life story of Stephen Hawking, who spent his childhood looking up at the stars and asking big questions about the universe. As a young university student at C…
Michael Jordan, written by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara and illustrated by Lo Harris, is an inspiring biographical picture book for young readers as part of the acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series. The book chronicles the early life and athletic journey of Michael Jordan, who grew up in North Carolina playing sports with his brothers. Driven by competitive passion and relentless work eth…
Helen Keller, written by Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara and illustrated by Sam Boughton, is an inspiring biographical picture book for young readers as part of the acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series. The book chronicles the extraordinary life of Helen Keller, who became deaf and blind following an illness in early childhood. Living in a world of silence and darkness, Helen's life changed …