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Filiberto the Knight
A gentle hymn to the courage not to fight, to the silent revolution of kindness. A story that dismantles the classical epic, with a delicacy that makes more noise than a thousand (s)words. Once upon a time, there was a cowardly knight. “All knights are brave?”, you must say. Well, not him. He was terrified of war. He did everything…
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The Egg
A gentle and emotionally resonant picture book about care, belonging and the power of love. Beaver found an egg, all alone in his garden: it is so small and delicate. Beaver is delighted and really wants to take care of it. However, the other animals disagree. Otter wonders if it has been abandoned, Squirrel speculates that it has been forgotten,…
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Wanted
A witty and insightful picture book that transforms everyday family conflict into a clever exchange of “classified ads.” A sharp, funny, and emotionally resonant story about the push and pull between parents and children — and the unexpected ways they find each other again.
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Nobody Knows
A thoughtful and profound look at the beauty and wisdom of nature. An invitation to reflect on our prejudices and change our point of view. Everyone knows about the lizard’s cold blood, but few know that it loves to sleep among roses. Everyone knows about the octopus’s tentacles, but few know about its remarkable brain. Everyone thinks they know —…
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Once, the Animals
An irresistible celebration of storytelling, full of clever twists, unexpected guests, and the joyful message that there’s always room for everyone. Once upon a time, all the animals gather, eager to embark on a story—until one brave voice interrupts: “Wait… all the animals?”, someone asks. Who truly deserves a place in the narrative: the charming woodland creatures, the hardworking farm…
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Ada Upside Down
Ada’s world is delightfully unique and her story is a perfect read for young readers who love embracing their differences. Ada is a unique child—she does everything backwards! From speaking and walking to writing and playing, her world is upside down. While some people find her strange, Ada remains happy and true to herself. This delightful and thought-provoking picture book…
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Beaver
A poetic tale of courage, justice, and the magic of storytelling. A beautifully illustrated journey into the heart of one of the greatest literary minds. “One is not born, but rather becomes a woman.” These famous words by Simone de Beauvoir come to life in Beaver, a beautifully illustrated tale of courage, independence, and self-discovery. When Simone de Beauvoir was…
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Wonderful Creatures
«I am a new creature and I live in the forest. My dad is a swallow and my mum is a wolf. They met in a forest, where animals did not live apart, but in great harmony.» From the multi-award-winning authors Guia Risari and Cinzia Ghigliano comes a timeless story that transports us to a special forest, where creatures halfway…
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I Like Spiderman, So What?
A heartfelt story about a brave girl who challenges gender stereotypes with her love for Spiderman. A celebration of individuality, self-expression, and the right to like what we love—no matter what others say! Cloe is six years old, full of curiosity, and unafraid to be herself. She loves Spiderman, wants to play soccer, and enjoys all kinds of toys—no matter…
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Period Girl
A groundbreaking novel that transforms menstruation from a taboo into a source of empowerment. When 11-year-old Robin gets her first period, she discovers an extraordinary ability: during her menstrual cycle, she can communicate with the Earth to create and nurture plant life. Embracing her newfound powers, Robin becomes a superheroine dedicated to combating deforestation and healing the planet, collaborating with…
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Little Blue Riding Hood
A contemporary and surprising version of the famous fairy tale, in which nothing is as it seems. Little Blue Riding Hood is not docile nor she lets herself be impressed. The dense forest is not so menacing (and is not even a forest). The wolf is not so diabolical nor fierce. But, most of all, the stories are a path…
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What Will We Be When We Grow Up?
“Girls, boys, take your notebooks and write: ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ Remember: do not copy! It wouldn’t make any sense to copy the dreams of your classmates! Try instead to understand what your own dreams are.” Many careers as there are pages, each of them for both girls and boys. To set dreams free…
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The Lionchild and Other Children
How many children are there in the world? There’s the Fish-child, the Cat-child, the Monkey-child and many many others, each one is different and unique. And you, which child are you? A gallery of boys and girls who share a character feature with an animal. Children will enjoy recognizing themselves in the different features each animal represent and choosing the one who best describes how they…
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The Modern Age
In what way is the Modern Age ‘modern’? Is it equally so for men and women? By entering the meanders of archives, we will discover the countless traces left by the women of those centuries. Some very famous, others known only to historians. Through the sources that collect or express women’s voices and their personalities, we will explore what their lives were like, what ordinary…
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The Middle Age
Women in the Middle Ages were not on the battlefields, which made them scarcely visible in an era punctuated by wars. Chronicles and literature of the time recount the exploits of kings, emperors, knights, saints, popes and warriors, as if they were the only subjects that moved human history and imagination. So, battles are the only way to enter history? Fortunately, no. Let’s follow in…
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The Ancient Age in Greece and Rome
Can one tell the history of Greek and Roman civilisation by talking only about men, and famous men at that? For centuries it has been so, but today, as detectives reopening a cold case, we can question the official versions and look at the past with new eyes, including the rest of humanity of that world: women, children, slaves, foreigners. In doing so, we…
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River Valley Civilisations
Agatha Christie, writer and archaeologist by passion, will accompany children on a journey to the origins of ancient Mesopotamian and Egyptian, Indian and Chinese civilisations. Together we will discover how the most ancient inscriptions were deciphered and which women made their mark on the historical studies of the river civilisations. The ancient documents, written by the men of the past and studied by the men…
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Prehistory
Is it possible to tell the story of Prehistory without only talking about prehistoric man? Of course: all we have to do is look very carefully at the traces it left us and ask ourselves new questions. We’ll discover a communal life built on a real team game: the work of women, the activities of men, the contribution of children. Listening to the stories of…
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The World Needs Girls (Me)
A diary for girls that says: you are important, the day you were born the world became a better place, you are the star, you will make your dreams come true, you are needed. But also: we are sisters, let’s hold hands, think big… There are four guiding themes: self-esteem, the body, talents, alliances. An illustrated diary with encouraging and insightful texts, inspirational phrases, positive examples,…
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Pioneers. The Women Who Made Europe
Eleven biographies recount the desire for a Union under the banner of peace, rights, social justice and gender equality, capable of transcending national barriers and short-sighted visions. The women on this roll have been revolutionaries, lawyers, civil servants, trade unionists and teachers. Some were protagonists of great founding moments, others of tenacious daily work. A journey through the 20th century to lead us to the richness, but…
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