'Look...the book'. 30 new things for children and young people's holidays

The school holidays, or 'long' holidays as we commonly call them, are already underway and are the ideal time to encourage the habit of reading among young children and keep them away from screens, as a good adventure isn't just about games, cell phones and audiovisual content.

In fact, the pages of books are the perfect passport for babies, children, and teenagers to embark on a journey full of imagination and immerse themselves in enchanted worlds, secret missions, and fantasy, with lots of emotions, monsters, and talking animals.

To help you pack your suitcase, Notícias ao Minuto has selected 30 fresh new releases, just arriving in bookstores. They're for a variety of ages, budgets, and tastes, just like Bolinhas de Berlim. Take a look:

1. 'Who Moved My Cheese? for Young People' by Dr. Spencer Johnson Following the success of 'Who Moved My Cheese?' for adults, the edition for young people aged 13 and older is now available in bookstores. Recently published in Portugal by Bertrand , this book promises to help young people in their pre- and mid-teens better cope with life's unpredictable circumstances.
2. 'Ajax. From Meow to Worse' by Mr. Tan and Diane Le Feyer. For children who have already learned to read, this could be a great option for the holidays, especially if you're already familiar with the mischievous Adele and her cat Ajax (or simply enjoy animals and comics). This is another adventure, published by Bertrand last June.
3. 'Jurassic Club - The T-Rex Attack' by Rex Stone For dinosaur lovers, Bertrand has just published another book in the series written by Rex Stone. Recommended for children ages 9 and older, 'Jurassic Club - The T-Rex Attack' by Rex Stone promises to bring plenty of adventure to your vacation.
4. 'Paddington – The Classic Tale of the Little Bear Who Came from Peru' by Michael Bond and RW Alley "Tender, comical, clumsy, and generous," Paddington the Bear will be a great companion for the holidays, especially for children over 3 who already know him from other stories. This "classic tale," published last June by Bertrand , reveals how Paddington arrived in England from "deepest" Peru.
5. 'Forest Party' (Peter Rabbit) by Beatrix Potter This tactile book, published in June by Bertrand , will delight babies, as in addition to hearing about another Peter Rabbit adventure, they will be able to explore different textures, from shiny radishes to wrinkled acorns.
6. 'Together We Can Do It!' by Nicola Kinnear Once upon a time, there was a bee named Bizi who preferred walking to flying, for fear that her wings weren't strong enough. Will Bizi, with the right motivation, find the courage to try? This children's book (+3), released in July by Bertrand , talks about courage and courage and promises to help young children deal with fear.
7. 'The Dangerous Gang' by Tom Fletcher. For children between the ages of 8 and 12, this might be the perfect book. Released in June by Porto Editora , this story promises to keep kids hooked from the first paragraph to the last, full of mystery, adventure, and even a bit of magic.
8. 'Magical Animals - The Power of the Amulet' by Susanna Isern Also full of magic is this story for children between the ages of 6 and 10. A book, from Porto Editora , about animals that have transformed into fantastical beings, with one mission: to stop the evil wizard Otto.
9. 'Family Secret - Flying Over the Sparrow Family Nest' by Álvaro Magalhães and David Pintor. A book, just published by Porto Editora , narrated by a sparrow about the Sparrow family, to which two brothers belong, trying to unravel a secret that could lead them to a treasure. The story—for ages 8 to 12—is about unity, greed, and deception. But it has an unexpected and surprising ending.
10. 'What do dinosaurs do when they're scared?' by Jurgita Smeu. A story about dinosaurs who, like children, have different personalities: some are more afraid, others are more easily angered, and some are more courageous and fearless. It is suitable for children ages 3 and up and was released last June by Porto Editora .
11. 'Are emotions catching?' by Susana Amorim Also about emotions and for little ones, Porto Editora brings us this story "which shows (to children and adults) that what we feel can 'contagious' to the people around us — for better or for worse!"
12. ' Grandma Nora and the Map of Chaos' by Joseph Elliott and Nici Gregory Penguin has just published the first volume of this "disheveled" series, starring a very unconventional grandmother who defies all the stereotypes of "cute and wrinkled" old ladies who knit. An adventure-filled story for children ages 9 and up.
13. 'Forever' by Assia Petricelli and Sergio Riccardi This graphic novel is ideal for older children (12+). It addresses themes such as the magic of first love, the joys and disappointments of adolescence, as well as diversity. It was released by Fábula, a Penguin imprint , in June and is already a success.
14. 'Where Are You, Grandma?' by Maria Inês Almeida and Cátia Vidinhas This is a book that makes us reflect on the importance of preserving the memories of our loved ones. It speaks of loss and longing, of the invisible presence of those we love, of one of our greatest treasures: our grandparents. A moving story for ages 7 and up, published by Nuvem de Letras, a Penguin imprint .
15. 'So Many Fish Everywhere' by Katie Haworth and Britta Teckentrup. Just published by Nuvem de Letras, a Penguin imprint, this book offers little ones (4+) a journey starring fish of all shapes and sizes. Warning! You'll want to read it over and over again.
16. 'A Monster Story' by Rocio Bonilla The author of the international hit 'What Color Is a Kiss?' surprised us this June not only with a visit to Portugal but also with 'A Monster Story,' published by Jacarandá, part of the Presença Publishing Group. In this new story, Rocio Bonilla, recently interviewed by Notícias ao Minuto , introduces two new characters: twin brothers who embark on a "dangerous" adventure while trying to make a... cake.
17. 'The Roar Within You' by Tom Percilval. Most of the time, Ricardo manages to control his bad temper, but one day, he unleashes the tiger within. A clever and captivating book, published by Jacarandá, part of Grupo Editoral Presença, last June, it will help children ages 3 and up manage their emotions and learn to express their feelings.
18. "Honesty is My Superpower" by Alicia Ortego If your little mischievous child is in the lying phase, this is the perfect book to give this holiday season. It's just been released by Jacarandá (Grupo Editoral Presença) and is for children ages 3 to 6.
19. 'The Wolf Who Liked Sweets Too Much' by Christine Beigel and Hervé Le Goff. If your kids are in the big bad wolf (and sweets) phase, this book, also from Jacarandá , might be a good alternative. Only instead of being bad, this wolf is greedy, eating sweets from morning to night. A great (and fun) read for children ages 3 to 6.
20. 'The First Colors to Touch', illustrated by Virginie Graire . Just released, this book by Jacarandá will win over babies. It stimulates the senses, develops concentration, promotes vocabulary development, and color learning.
21. 'The Big Bad Wolf's Visit XL' by Clara Cunha and Natalina Cóias Livros Horizonte has just released a limited edition, XL size, specially designed to mark the 10th anniversary of the iconic Big Bad Wolf collection! Although intended for children aged 3 to 5, even older children will likely be enchanted by this book.
22. "Discovering Colors" by Helena Paixão, Mafalda Rodrigues de Almeida, and Catarina Vieira. With dynamic and colorful illustrations and accessible language, this work not only teaches colors but also promotes healthy habits from an early age, while also raising awareness about respect for the rhythm of nature and the fundamental role of pollinating insects in the planet's balance. A Nuvem de Ideias book for children ages 3 and up.
23. 'Where to Hide a Star' by Oliver Jeffers. Oliver Jeffers captivates us with a new adventure featuring the best friends a slightly eccentric boy can have. This time, the mission is truly sparkling, involving stars, penguins, and more. A book published by Orfeu Negro that promises to captivate children over the age of 3 from the first paragraph to the last.
24. 'Um ovo na testa' by Joana Barata and Henrique Coser Moreira This book, published by UPA , is part of the 'Tell Me Again' collection and is for babies and children. If you embrace this story with its rhythm, intonation, sounds, pauses, suspense, and laughter, you'll reread and re-leaf each page many times, and at the end you'll hear: "once again."
25. 'Lupina in Search of the Forgotten Destiny' by Joana Pais de Brito Actress Joana Pais de Brito makes her debut in children's literature with an adventure that promises to keep pre-teens away from their screens, at least for a while. And make them dream about their "deepest desires." The publication is from Tinta da China .
26. 'The Most Boring Day' by Maria Nogueira Nössing This is a book, published by Planeta Tangerina , about boring days when we don't feel like doing anything. But then something (seemingly insignificant) happens and changes everything! We all have days like that. And it's for children who have already started reading (+6).
27. 'Cherry Cycle' by Mariana Magalhães, Cristina Quental and Sandra Serra Leya has just released, through Gailivro, another title in the popular children's collection 'Onde Vamos Hoje'. This time, the authors introduce young children to the benefits of cherries, a very special fruit. The book is suitable for children ages 4 to 6.
28. 'Emotion Alert - The Girl Who Wants to Be Invisible' by Sara Rodi and Cristina Resina is the second title in the 'Emotion Alert' collection, published by Oficina do Livro ( Leya ). This time, Sara and Cristina bring us the story of a girl with a very unusual name, Magnífica, who says she is not magnificent at all and whose only wish is to become invisible.
29. 'Glória - The Girl Who Smiled While Sleeping' by Isabel Zambujal and João Espírito Santo Marking the 18th anniversary of the classic children's literature story 'The Girl Who Smiled While Sleeping', Oficina do Livro (Leya) is now publishing this graphic novel, which promises to delight children over 10 years old.
30. 'Grandparents' by António Rocha Pereira and Joana Gancho This book will be available in bookstores, published by Caminho (Leya) , on July 22nd, just in time for Grandparents' Day, which is celebrated on July 26th. It could therefore be a gift that will please both children and adults, as it recalls this unique love, which is "a hug of sunshine on a foggy morning," tenderness, affection, wisdom. It enriches us, in a sweet and shared time.

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