Il y a dans ce beau livre à la fois ce que les enfants aiment entendre et ce que les parents aiment lire. Les parents s'émouvront autant que les enfants en lisant l'histoire de Théo le bourdon et de sa chère maman, ils riront aux larmes des déboires sentimentaux de Nounours et de la belle poupée Clara, ils seront agréablement surpris par la sagesse du fermier Pipo, ils réfléchiront à la signifi cation de l'amitié en participant à l'étonnante aventure forestière de Jeannot, ils critiqueront le zèle excessif de Papa Coq à réveiller tous les animaux, il suivront avec attention la carrière de la tortue Gertrude qui ne parvint jamais à devenir célèbre, ils se demanderont si l'abeille Bzitte n'est pas un bourreau de travail, ils découvriront avec joie la nouvelle manifestation de la bonté des lutins, ils seront heureux d'apprendre la métamorphose d'un épouvantail en un être généreux envers les oiseaux et les souris, ils seront en proie à la colère en voyant les injustices commises par les trois vaillants garnements, fort heureusement châtiés par Mademoiselle Grenouille. Sans parler des sublimes frissons de plaisirs qu'ils ressentiront à la lecture des aventures du Grand Chapeau Vert confronté à la méchanceté de ses sorcières de tantes, de l'histoire de Maître Rossignol à la recherche de l'harmonie chorale, de la chronique sportive des prouesses et déboires du serpent cycliste qui gagna presque une étape du Tour de France, de la courte histoire des chercheurs de trésors, du récit de la guerre entre les fourmis et les abeilles, de la farce surréaliste des lutins-peinturins, de la nouvelle sur le bonhomme de neige qui marchanda son nez contre la liberté, de la légende du voyage vers la Lune où s'explique le mystère de la réalisation des voeux, du mythe des loups révolutionnaires et du prince Vladimir ou encore, de la belle fable sur les aventures de l'insouciant poulain Espalien. La surprenante actualité de ces contes a un côté merveilleusement classique : délivrant à chaque fois une histoire captivante, une belle chute et un message moral clair. Il y a de quoi enchanter parents et enfants en leur souhaitant de beaux rêves.

Ce rapport présente une analyse approfondie des principales réformes entreprises entre 2014 et 2018 pour promouvoir le développement des très petites, petites et moyennes entreprises dans huit économies du Sud du Bassin méditerranéen (Algérie, Égypte, Israël, Jordanie, Liban, Maroc, Autorité Palestinienne et Tunisie). Le rapport se concentre sur cinq domaines stratégiques pour l'élaboration des politiques en faveur des PME : les définitions des PME, les statistiques et les institutions, mais aussi comment améliorer l'environnement des affaires pour les PME et les entrepreneurs, favoriser l'accès au financement et soutenir les start-ups et la croissance des PME, sans oublier bien sûr le développement du capital humain entrepreneurial. Le rapport vise à présenter des bonnes pratiques et à indiquer les domaines dans lesquels des efforts supplémentaires sont nécessaires. Il fournit des conseils précieux aux gouvernements, aux organisations du secteur privé, aux organismes multilatéraux et aux autres parties prenantes. Il s'agit de redoubler d'efforts afin de soutenir les PME, qui sont autant de vecteurs essentiels de l'emploi et de la compétitivité. Cela est particulièrement pertinent dans une région qui s'efforce de stimuler la diversification économique, la création d'emplois et l'inclusion des jeunes et des femmes dans l'économie. Ce rapport est le fruit d'une collaboration étroite entre les gouvernements, l'OCDE, la Fondation européenne pour la formation et la Commission européenne.

This new book is an introduction for young listeners to the timeless and constant battle waged between good and evil. In this fascinating and humorous tale, Alex Fonteyn shows in a Christian spirit and also in simple terms for children to understand, what is sin and what is virtue. The author has purposely chosen to set the action in a 'once upon a time' frame where time and the location do not really matter. As a starting point is an old legend from a country, which seems to sit somewhere close to the end of the world: Poland. Yet the characters along with their fiery passions, attachments and moral dilemmas remain surprisingly close to us. Thus, in spite of the exotic and colorful setting, our children will recognize immediately a world which is most familiar to them and will easily understand the meaning of the moral message. They will happily appreciate the value of this book, especially as it bears Arthur Friday's illustrations which are, as always, enchanting and full of fantasy. Lord Harding and the Flying Roosters is a heart-warming Christian story for children of a nobleman who dabbles with dangerous dark forces! Lord Harding lives in the mythical city of Cracow. He is an educated and clever man, but spends far too much time reveling with his friends, drinking and frittering his time away - much to the consternation of his wife! He decides that what he wants most of all is to know the secret of life and death, in order to continue his fun-filled, but ultimately empty lifestyle. Locked way in his study, he foolishly tries to conjure up the devil in order that he may learn the secret of life and death. The tale tells the story of his efforts to outsmart the devil, alternating between living a good moral life and yielding to the temptations laid before him. This is a story as relevant today as it was hundreds of years ago in the ancient city of Cracow -- can we really control our own destiny? Will our noble Lord find what he is looking for, will he learn the secrets of eternal life, or will it all end in tears and his wife's dire warnings turn out to be true?

Adapted version for a younger audience by Tamara Fonteyn and John McCarthy Narrator: Martin Siemienski Charles Dickens' magnificent work A Christmas Carol is undoubtedly one of the most incredible masterpieces of world literature. It is the most famous literary testimony to the message of Christmas! This audiobook adaptation of A Christmas Carol is perfect for the youngest listeners! The lively, rhyming text makes this version fun and familiar for children as young as 3 years old. And its colorful audio arrangement is just right for listening to before bedtime or in preparation for Christmas!

These five tales are absolutely perfect as bedtime stories, as well as stand-alone books for young children taking their first solo steps in the world of reading. From an old but very kindhearted train to flying cows, from an elegant and very ambitious elephant to some surprising cauliflowers, these tales really have it all. Imaginative, amusing, charming and fun. This five-tale collection is perfect for children of almost any age and not a few adults, too!

These five tales are absolutely perfect as bedtime stories, as well as stand-alone books for young children taking their first solo steps in the world of reading. From an old but very kindhearted train to flying cows, from an elegant and very ambitious elephant to some surprising cauliflowers, these tales really have it all. Imaginative, amusing, charming and fun. This five-tale collection is perfect for children of almost any age and not a few adults, too!

This beautiful book contains what children love to see and hear and also, what parents love to read!Children and parents together will be moved by the love story of Theo the bumblebee and his caring mother, they will beam at Teddy the bear's sentimental woes, they will appreciate the words of wisdom of Pipo the farmer, they will reflect upon the meaning of friendship as it is unravelled in Johnny's forest adventure, they will frown upon the excessive zeal exhibited by Papa Rooster, they will follow closely the career of Gertrude the turtle as she struggles to become a celebrity, they will wonder whether Brigitte the bee is working too hard, they will discover with joy a new manifestation of the goodness of fairies, they will be happy to witness the metamorphosis of a scarecrow into a new being generous to birds and mice, and they will fall prey to anger at the injustices committed by three mighty rascals. Chills of pleasures will embrace them as they watch the virtuous Teal Hattie face the evil of her witchy aunts. The story of a nightingale in search of harmony in a choir, of a nature walk in search of treasures, of the sporting prowess and troubles of a snake cyclist, of a war waged between ants and bees, of a surreal prank pulled by Paint Fairies, of an unusual trade between a snowman and a rabbit, of a voyage of realisation of lifetime dreams, of a standoff between wolves and a prince, and of the adventure of a carefree colt:  all tales will edify and appease its readers in anticipation of sweet dreams.The surprising relevance of these small stories in today's world has a wonderfully classic touch as each promises an endearing little grin, a beautiful ending and a clear moral message.

Tom and his elder sister Alex holiday in Florida with four cousins of similar age. They share a large beach house belonging to a scientific institute engaged in the study of dolphins. What Tom expected to be a quiet vacation turns into a perilous adventure entangled in a criminal intrigue. Tom soon discovers he can communicate with these fascinating mammals, in particular with Elwar. Will Tom's new friend come to the rescue in moments of danger? This charming children's story about the friendship between a boy and a dolphin is complemented by encyclopedic notes on marine mammals. It is recommended for children interested in life below the waves and for grade school teachers engaged in the subject.