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Ann Jungman is the author of over a hundred books for children, specialising in mythical monsters being tamed by the modern world. Ann was born in London and still lives there, apart from two months a year spent in Australia.
A witty and topical story of an unusual monster who is just a bit different from most. When the huge rubbish monster that Frank N. Stein builds is hit by a bolt of lightening, it is suddenly and dramatically brought to life. And the first thing it wants is – FOOD! How Frank and the boys manage their garbage-eating monster is a hugely enjoyable read, which also, very topically, offers a solution to the rubbish problems of the world!
A witty and topical story of an unusual monster who is just a bit different from most. When the huge rubbish monster that Frank N. Stein builds is hit by a bolt of lightening, it is suddenly and dramatically brought to life. And the first thing it wants is – FOOD! How Frank and the boys manage their garbage-eating monster is a hugely enjoyable read, which also, very topically, offers a solution to the rubbish problems of the world!
A rediscovered classic with gorgeous new illustrations. Out in the wilds of Russia a boy and a wolf are lost in the snow. You're not very big for a wolf, said Sasha. And you're not very big for a man, snapped the wolf. Sasha has always been taught that wolves are dangerous, but when he finds himself lost out in the snow with Ferdy, a wolfcub, he discovers they are not so different. But how can he persuade his village that the wolves can be their friends? Gaia Bordicchia's gorgeous illustrations whisk you away to a Russian winter long long ago . . .
Berlin in 1938 is not a safe place to be if you're Jewish. For Matti and many other Jewish children it means being sent to England for safety. Placed with a foster family in the British countryside, Matti is happy but desperate for his parents to join him. He starts working on a plan, but will it work out in time? Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts. Text type: A story set in the past. A map of Europe on pages 46-47 shows Matti's route from Berlin to London. Curriculum links: History: What was it like for children in the Second World War? * This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
A Golem...a Chilli Champion...a Prince who thinks he's a Rooster? Find them all in this collection of traditional Jewish stories - lovingly treasured, retold and carried through countries as far apart as Poland, Afghanistan, Czechoslovakia, Morocco, Russia and Germany. The tales feature a cast of eccentric princes, sharp-witted scholars, flustered tailors and brave soldiers. Seasoned with wit, humour and magic, Ann Jungman's retellings of stories familiar to Jewish readers are sure to delight a new, wider readership.
It's 1930s Germany. Hannah is Jewish. Inge's family are Nazis. Can they keep their promise to be best friends forever - or will Inge betray Hannah? This title is powerful and moving. Barrington Stoke specialises in books for reluctant, struggling and dyslexic readers.
A twist on traditional tales of frogs and three wishes, this story features a modern day prince, who loves football. Unfortunately he looses his football to frog, who demands a kiss as redemption. Of course the frog metamorphoses into a princess, who shares his love of football. * Ruby/Band 14 books give increasing opportunities for children to develop their skills of inference and deduction. * Text type - Humorous fantasy. * Pages 46 and 47 give an exclusive interview with the newly-wed couple for 'Hot' magazine, providing lots of opportunities for speaking, listening and writing. * Curriculum Links - Citizenship: choices. * This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
Visitors to the mosque at Cordoba are plagued by the tricks of three naughty boys: Rashid, who is Muslim, Samuel who is Jewish and Miguel who is Christian. One day, they go one step too far and as a punishment, they are forced to work in the mosque gardens, where they develop a deep sense of the building's beauty and significance. Many years later, when the Christian king threatens to demolish the Islamic Mezquita and build a church in its place, the three friends reunite to hatch a plan to save the great mosque... Ann Jungman's story demonstrates what can be achieved when people work together and don't waste energy hating each other.
This is the fourth book in the Vlad The Drac series. This time when Vlad, the vegetarian vampire hears that Mum and Dad have had a new baby he has to rush over to London to be the baby's vampire godfather. This time Vlad brings with him rather a large trunk and he insists that it be stored in the cellar and every day Vlad takes some raw meet down into the cellar. It rather looks as though Vlad has brought something with him from Romania that he shouldn't! Another series of hilarious events in the lives of the Stone family and their guest from Romania.
A brand new mini-series by Ann Jungman (author of Vlad the Drac, etc) for 7-9 year olds. Set in Roman Britain, these are funny stories about Clottus and Twitta, their family and their household. Based in fact, these excellent stories are perfect for children raised on Horrible Histories, but also useful for the KS2 classroom. Cartoons from Mike Phillips keep the tone light.
When the Stone family take an Easter holiday in Romania Judy and Paul are very bored - that is until they meet a tiny vampire under a stone near Count Dracula's castle. Not only is the vampire very tiny, he is also a vegetarian with dreams of starring in horror films...Vlad persuades Judy and Paul to smuggle him back to London but the children decide to keep him a secret in case the vampire gets put in a museum or the zoo. Still a vampire left on his own all day can get terribly bored and find all kinds of mischief to pass the time. A very funny book that has stood the test of time and an entertaining look at the problems facing an outsider.
This book is suitable for reluctant readers of 8-13 with a reading age of eight years. It is printed on cream paper, which is proven to be more restful on the eye. The font is specially designed to encourage a smooth and easy read. There are frequent page breaks, short, headed chapters and illustrations on almost every page. A wide range of specialists, including children themselves, have read and commented on the book prior to publication.
Leila invites all the fairytale baddies to her party. The result? Chaos!
Sequel to Sasha and the Wolfcub. Set in Russia in an age gone by, it charts the developing relationship between Sasha, now grown up, and his friend Ferdy the wolf. In this sequel to Sasha and the Wolfcub, a new railway links Sasha's village to the town, but this has severe implications for the village -- not just environmental ones. When the townspeople discover the villagers are friendly with wolves, they are furious and want to kill the wolves which causes friction between village and townsfolk. Then a baby from the town is assumed drowned after a flood but she reappears, having been cared for by the wolves -- all is resolved in this Romulus and Remus inspired story. Ann Jungman manages to blend traditional folklore with contemporary humour in the form of a talking wolf, in a very readable and believable way.
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