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Andersen Press:
Publishes some of the most popular names in the world of children’s books including David McKee, the creator of Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, and Tony Ross, who brought us the Little Princess. Andersen Press is also famous for its fiction list, including award-winning authors such as Melvin Burgess.
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Bloomsbury Publishing:
Founded in 1986, the London-based publisher is best-known for the popular book series Harry Potter. In 1999 and 2000 it was awarded the title of Publisher of the Year by the British Book Industry.
Booktrust:
Booktrust is a charity dedicated to encouraging people of all ages and cultures to engage with books. Through its programmes and campaigns, Booktrust ensures that everyone has access to high quality resources and information to help build confidence and inspire people to discover and re-discover a love of books.
Childnet International:
A not-for-profit organisation which works in partnership with organisations around the world to make the internet a safe place for children. Childnet International produced the animated series 'T he Adventures of Kara, Winston and the SMART Crew' which teaches children essential online safety skills in a fun and engaging way.
Child's Play:
Founded in 1972, Child's Play is an independent publisher specialising in child development, focused play, life skills and values. The company provides children, parents and teachers with opportunities to learn through play, motivational activities and interactive communication via an extensive range of books, games and toys.
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Deaf Parenting UK:
A charity which provides a central resource for parents and professionals working with deaf parents and children. It works to highlight gaps in services from both deaf and mainstream organisation and improve access to information. The website holds a wealth of resources relating to pregnancy, family life and schools.
The Edge:
The Edge, a state of the art post-production house, currently works with Signed Stories to bring the books to life! They compose the full sound track music and narration, and combine the signing, artwork and subtitled text.
The managers of The Edge say they love working on Signed Stories as they firmly believe everyone has the right to enjoy books. And even as crusty adults, they love watching the stories and have great fun putting them together!
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The Ear Foundation:
The charity was created in 1989 and focuses its work on long-term support for children with cochlear implants and their families. The site provides information on research, family services and forthcoming events.
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Egmont:
Established in 1878 in Copenhagen, Egmont is one of Scandinavia’s leading media groups. Along with popular titles including A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket, it publishes over 28 million books and magazines for children and their families every year.
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Frances Lincoln:
Publishers of illustrated books emphasising art, design and the outdoors, with more than 100 new titles every year. They began publishing children’s books in 1983, and many have won awards and prizes. Their partners include Oxfam, The Royal Horticultural Society and Amnesty International.
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Hachette Children’s Books:
Hachette is one of the UK’s most successful children’s publishers with brands including Enid Blyton and Rainbow Magic. Its titles have won many major UK children’s book awards.
Lion Children’s Books:
Publishing since the early 1970s "especially to inspire and entertain pre-schoolers to early teens". Lion Children's Books aim to bring good values to life through a wide-ranging list including picture books, story collections, children’s Bibles and non-fiction.
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Macmillan:
Founded in 1843, Macmillan is one of the largest and best-known international publishers operating in over 70 countries worldwide. Its children’s books include classics such as Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Just William.
http://international.macmillan.com
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The National Deaf Children’s Society:
NDCS vision is for a world without barriers for deaf children by campaigning for every deaf child to have the right to the same opportunities as hearing children. Its website features advice, news, information on current campaigns and how to get involved in important child-centred research.
National Literacy Trust:
An independent charity whose vision is of a society in which everyone has the reading, writing, speaking and listening skills that they need to fulfil their own and, ultimately, the nation’s potential.
Off We Go Publishing:
Launched in 2008, Off We Go Publishing creates picture books to support language development and communication in children with special educational needs. Founder Avril Webster was inspired by her son who has complex special needs – she finds that by using pictures to describe what is going to happen, he is better able to cope with every day activities like going shopping and swimming.
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One NorthEast:
The Regional Development Agency promoting the benefits of living, working and doing business in the North East England to create a vibrant, ambitious and outward looking region. The website offers information on events, current news, and images from various locations.
Orion Books:
One of the UK’s leading commercial publishers, Orion Books published its first list in 1992 with Maeve Binchy and Ian Rankin among its founding authors. Orion Books is particularly known for its crime and thriller authors, and its children’s books division acquired and published the worldwide bestseller Sophie’s World by Jostein Gaarder.
Northern Counties School, part of The Percy Hedley Foundation:
The Foundation’s purpose is to promote the rights, needs and aspirations of disabled people and each year it directly helps 1000 disabled children and their families across the North East of England and beyond. As a part of the Foundation, Northern Counties School provides specialist teaching and therapy for children throughout the region and has a national reputation for excellent practice.
www.percyhedley.org.uk/ncs/index.asp
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Puffin:
Founded in 1939 and part of the Penguin Group, its first book featured a scarecrow character named Worzel Gummidge. Since then it has become a leading publisher of children’s books with popular titles by Roald Dahl, Eric Carle, and Robert Louis Stephenson.
Random House Children's Books:
Ranking amongst the UK's top five children's publishers with many award-winning titles, Random House Children's Books publishes work by some of the industry's best known writers and illustrators. The company is owned by Bertelsmann, one of the worlds largest media groups.
www.randomhouse.co.uk/childrens
Scholastic
One of the UK’s leading providers of children’s books and educational resources to schools. Scholastic also publishes a series of magazines for teachers, and runs book clubs and book fairs.
Seven Stories:
The centre for children’s books in Newcastle is dedicated to celebrating British children's literature by sparking the imaginations of children and adults to inspire exciting new ideas. Its interactive website features games, visitor information and an online book catalogue. Chief Executive Kate Edwards says: "We have, for a long time admired, and enjoyed working with Signed Stories, a project developed by ITV SignPost in the North East."
Special Stories Publishing:
Special Stories Publishing is an award winning Irish company, specialising in books which celebrate diversity and difference. Its books aim to help children learn the importance of accepting friends and classmates who are 'different' to them.
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Walker Books:
Created in a bedroom in 1978, Walker is now Britain’s leading independent children’s book publisher and produces over 300 titles every year. Among its authors and illustrators are Allan Ahlberg, Anthony Horowitz, and Michael Rosen.