Open Book UAE

24/04/2024

Join Sara Haboubi and Janine Lingenfelder of the Women Wise Podcast for a live podcast with "How I Came to Be the UAE" author Paulette Buizer from 2:30-3:30pm today, April 24th.

https://streamyard.com/watch/WmcYXBJz4a4Y

Register to watch live and ask questions at the link above.

If you can't attend at 2.30pm, register and you will be sent the post-pod link.

How I Came to Be the UAE is a new local interest book for all ages.
This beautifully illustrated account of the UAE’s history, explores how a nation of nomads and pearl divers living in a harsh and barren land evolved into the vibrant, progressive society it is today.

How the UAE Came to Be... Join hosts Sara Haboubi and Janine Lingenfelder, for The Women Wise Podcast, where they chat with special guest Paulette Buizer. Author Paulette Buizer was born and raised in Manitoba, Canada. She was a high school English teacher for thirteen years before joining an ambiti...

22/04/2024

While the children are all interested in the weather, there's no better time to teach them about Sandstorms!

"Can Omar save the day when a sandstorm hits his school? Omar is taller and looks older than his peers which means he sometimes gets left out as he’s caused a few hilarious mishaps in the classroom and the playground involving a giant sneeze, the school’s pet turtle and a seesaw! But when a sandstorm hits his school and teacher Ms. Rose gets into a bit of a fix, there’s only one person in the classroom who can come to the rescue!"

Sandstorm by author and educator Lindsay Rosenzweig is available from bookshops throughout the UAE and on amazon here: https://bit.ly/3uijMvr

18/04/2024

Join Paulette Buizer, author of ‘How I Came to Be the UAE' at Magrudys Jumeirah Bookshop, 4:30 pm, Thursday 25th April!

Immerse yourself in a delightful storytelling session and engaging children’s activities inspired by this beautifully illustrated book recounting the history of the UAE.

Explore the transformation from nomads and pearl divers to the vibrant society we cherish today!

🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/T3HbF1osgPUdiogZ6

14/11/2023

5* review for 'The Zuggler in Dubai!'
https://www.amazon.ae/Zuggler-Dubai-Charlotte-Emily-Jones/dp/9948786610

"I absolutely love this book. My class of year 2s are obsessed as well. They loved the story, loved the connections to Dubai, loved spotting the Zuggler on each page and I loved how it can be used for so many different lessons. It’s a very well written story, great rhyming and just fantastic!"

26/10/2023

Local Interest Workshops for children and educators available with visiting author Paulette Buizer. VERY limited spaces left for Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Dubai. Message us to enquire.

'How I Came to Be the UAE' is a beautiful keepsake book that’s suitable for all ages - written so that both younger and older children can enjoy learning about the history and development of the UAE.

This cross-curricular book can be used both in English class and history/social studies classes.

For younger students (K-4), illustrations and callouts can be used by the teacher to tell the story.

Older students (5-8) will be able to read the story to further develop their English language capacity and to further explore their own
history and culture.

Students in the higher grades (9-12) have an opportunity to delve further into English language and expression by focusing on literary components and by using content in the book as a springboard to research more deeply the history and culture of their country.

Adults too!

'How I Came to Be the UAE' is an accurate historical account of the development of the UAE and a taste of its culture.

19/10/2023

Don't miss this fun event at The Reform Social & Grill, The Lakes, Dubai on Tuesday 31st October!

Author and Illustrator Camilla Kennedy will be reading her delightful children's book "Not So Ordinary" and there's lots of fun activities too!

Can't make it? You can purchase "Not So Ordinary" online here: https://amzn.to/3M36gFe

03/10/2023

Calling all !

'How I Came to Be the UAE' author Paulette Buizer is available for during November.

'How I Came to Be the UAE' is a beautiful keepsake book that’s suitable for children of all ages - written so that both younger and older children can enjoy learning about the history and development of the UAE.

This cross-curricular book can be used both in English class and history/social studies classes.

For younger students (K-4), illustrations and callouts can be used by the teacher to tell the story.

Older students (5-8) will be able to read the story to further develop their English language capacity and to further explore their own
history and culture.

Students in the higher grades (9-12) have an opportunity to delve further into English language and expression by focusing on literary components and by using content in the book as a springboard to research more deeply the history and culture of their country.

Adults too!

'How I Came to Be the UAE' is an accurate historical account of the development of the UAE and a taste of its culture.

A glossy hardback, it is destined to become a timeless keepsake for anyone with an interest in the United Arab Emirates.

About the Author:

Paulette Buizer was born and raised in Manitoba, Canada. She was a high school English teacher for thirteen years before joining an ambitious initiative in the United Arab Emirates to provide 21st century bilingual education to the children of Abu Dhabi.

Having taught English in the oasis town of Al Ain for eight years, Paulette was inspired by the beauty of the country and the warmth and generosity of its people.

She wrote 'How I Came to Be the UAE' for the families of the UAE to celebrate their history and culture as well as their country’s achievements.

01/10/2023

The Zuggler .zuggler has teamed up with the very talented to make these interactive story sacks! Check out these hand knitted characters as well as beautifully hand painted landmarks and tags to play a matching game. Each story sack comes complete with a copy of The Zuggler , characters, landmarks and a message from The Zuggler himself.

For further enquiries, or to book Charlotte Jones for a , , assembly or workshop at your ; reach out to .zuggler

25/07/2023

The Zuggler in Dubai is here! Next day delivery from .ae here: bit.ly/3Y7Tud3
Whether you're new to Dubai; or a long-term resident, this is a lovely tale of personal growth.
Coming to bookshops soon!

10/06/2023

11/05/2023

In UAE bookshops and Amazon internationally!

11/05/2023

to the launch of Sandstorm by Gems World Academy Dubai educator Lindsay Rosenzweig! Buy online here: amzn.to/3BzIuep

GEMS World Academy - Dubai educator Lindsay Rosenzweig has created a superb new children’s book with a message of self-esteem ‘SANDSTORM’ Omar just wants

01/05/2023

30/03/2023

We are delighted to announce we have a sale starting tomorrow. We are offering 30% off everything in our stores, at both Bookworm Spinneys Umm Suqeim and Bookworm Meadows. Locations are on Google Maps.

The sale is running from 31st March to 9th April.

18/12/2022

🇦🇪 Still time to shop for Christmas Books!

18/12/2022

🇦🇪 Still time to shop for Christmas Books! https://bit.ly/3uijMvr

04/12/2022

SANDSTORM - the new UAE based children's book by GEMS World Academy - Dubai elementary educator Lindsay Rosenzweig is available from amazon, Bookworm - Dubai and Books Kinokuniya UAE!

30/11/2022

Today we honour the brave who served and lost their lives for our Nation. 🇦🇪

26/11/2022

book gifts for children and adults from https://bit.ly/3uijMvr

Free UAE delivery on orders of AED 45+!

24/11/2022

New Not So Ordinary is a beautifully illustrated tale of .
Suitable for aged 5+ it's on sale at amazon.ae, amazon internationally and also at and

15/10/2022

It's Global Handwashing Day!

Bye-Bye Germs: Be a Handwashing Superhero!

Jess and her brother Joe were playing with their toys when Jess felt a tickle in her throat. The little tickle turned into a bigger tickle. And the bigger tickle turned into a giant cough and sneeze! Can they stop the germs from spreading? Join them on their journey and learn how to become a handwashing superhero! Bye-Bye Germs includes fact boxes to inform both children and parents/carers of the science behind the story.
https://www.amazon.ae/Bye-Bye-Germs-Be-Handwashing-Superhero/dp/1911487485

14/10/2022

It's World Egg day and Lizard & Toad have found one! But who does it belong to?
'Whose Egg' is one of 4 delightful stories in the 2nd "Lizard and Toad" book by Julia Johnson.
Buy "Lizard and Toad in the Windy Day and Other Stories" online here: https://www.amazon.ae/s?k=Lizard&me=A36V1L1C9370OH&ref=nb_sb_noss

05/10/2022

Happy World Teacher's Day! Thank you for all you do.

02/10/2022

On sale now! https://amzn.to/3Sui3NV with 10% off during October 2022.

Mary is different but wants to be like you.
Help her find the magic ingredients so she can make her wish come true.

Message us for the FREE Activity Pack!

Mary is in training to become a witch like her Mother and Sister and feels very different from her classmates.

So she gathers ingredients to create a magic potion which she hopes will make her “ordinary” - just like them.

Little does she know that her classmates all have peculiar quirks of their own!

This stunningly illustrated book is a tale of self-acceptance and self-esteem.

23/09/2022

Z is for Za'atar!
On we've discounted Alphabet Souq until the end of the month!
A brilliant way to learn the alphabet while exploring an Arabian Souq!
https://www.amazon.ae/s?me=A36V1L1C9370OH&marketplaceID=A2VIGQ35RCS4UG

22/09/2022

In honour of the superb book "Ubuntu: Summer of the Rhino" by award winning author Julia Johnson, is discounted to AED 30 until 30th September!
Buy in the UAE here: https://www.amazon.ae/Ubuntu-Summer-Rhino-Julia-Johnson/dp/1909339857

19/09/2022

God Speed on your final journey your Majesty.
Thank you for everything.

11/09/2022

UAE teachers! Contact us for author workshops for Not So Ordinary - a STUNNING new children's book for ages 6-9 as early readers.
Workshops can be tailored for ages:
4-5
6-7
8-9

19/08/2022

Order soon! https://buff.ly/2UUmsLj We are closed from midnight today until 7th September for our Summer Vacation.
Books about the UAE for children and adults here: https://buff.ly/2UUmsLj