Activity books and kits

Book SynopsisMr Left lives on the left page. And Mr Right lives on the right page. They just want to be together, but there's no way of getting from one page to the other. And they've tried everything! They try going across the page, they try going over the page and they even try going under the page in this delightful gatefold novelty. Children will love the simple narrative and will marvel at Mr Right's ingenious solution - it's one to get readers big or small thinking outside the boxTrade ReviewKnowing left from right is all very well... but is getting the two together simply off the page?Author Daniel Fehr and illustrator Celeste Aires have lots of fun and games in this creative picture book with an ingenious concept, fold-out pages, fantastic graphic art illustrations and a page-turning twist in the tail.Mr Left lives on the left page. And Mr Right lives on the right page. They just want to be together, but there is no way of getting from one page to the other. And they have used every trick in the book! They try jumping across the page, they try climbing over the page and they even try digging under the page, but nothing seems to work. And just when they decide that they will have to be lonely on their own facing pages, Mr Right comes up with a brilliant plan!Mr Left & Mr Right is a truly delightful novelty book full of inventive ideas and intriguing challenges. Little ones will love to lift the flaps as they follow the bright, bold story to discover whether left and right can ever come together.Fehr provides the word fun and Aires' illustrations, based entirely on geometric shapes with just a few distinctive colours, add a wealth of visual entertainment.Fun from right to left, and first page to last... * Lancashire Evening Post *Sometimes looking for Mr Right isn't about looking for 'the One'. It's about learning the difference between your left and right and this picture book is just the thing to do it. It's an ingenious concept dreamt up by board-game designer Daniel Fehr, and his geometrically-delighted illustrator Celeste Aires to help children tell the difference between the two sides, although this isn't a specifically stated aim on the publicity material. But as I read through the book, and had great fun playing with the various flaps, I realised what an amazing resource this would be for parents teaching their children (or even themselves - many adults struggle with this problem) how to tell right from left.The storyline at its most basic is this: Mr Left and Mr Right are desperate to meet but they can't find their way over to each other's side. They try everything - jumping, climbing, digging ... but they just can't bridge that gap. Until Mr Right (well, it had to be him really, didn't it?) has an idea.Children will have a great time playing with this book (if they can wrestle it away from the adults). The story is simple but amusing, the images are gorgeously bright and inviting. The paper is also sturdy enough to withstand a lot of playing with and I imagine this book will be one that children will return to time and time again.Often, I donate the books I receive to our school library, but I think this one will remain on my bookshelves for a while longer... just in case I can't remember which one is Mr Right... * Childtastic Books *Now here's a book that makes ingenious use of flaps and the central gutter.It stars Mr Left who lives on the left page and Mr Right who lives on the right page.Thus far, the neighbours have never met but now they want to and therein lies the problem. There doesn't seem to be a way to cross that central divide, no matter what they try.Jumping across is a resounding flop ...as is climbing right over.Digging under is an absolute disaster ...so seemingly, loneliness will continue to rule.Unless that is, one of the characters can come up with a brainwave - some divergent thinking maybe.Celeste Aires cleverly exploits the basic shape and form of the book and its pages using simple shapes and a restricted colour palette of matt red, blues, yellow, white and black to create a wholly satisfying treat that works in perfect harmony with Daniel Fehr's cleverly conceived text.I suspect this will appeal across a wide age range and has much to offer anyone studying picture book form be it in primary school or college. -- Jill Bennett * Red Reading Hub *Sometimes a problem can seem just toohuge. But Mr Left and Mr Right are here toshow them even the trickiest challenge canbe worked through. A beautifully told taleof two characters stuck on different pages,quite literally. Will they ever come together?Lift the flaps to find out in this bright, boldstory with stunning geometric pictures. * Smallish Magazine *

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Book SynopsisA charming new close-the-flap novelty bedtime book. Perfect for parent and child to read together, it encourages little ones to say goodnight and put away their toys, close the curtains and turn on the nightlight, signifying that it's time to go to sleep. The beautiful soft artwork by Becky Cameron is complimented by the soothing rhyming text. (Becky illustrated Paddington™ & The Christmas Visitor storybook (M&S Christmas advert tie-in, 2017).Trade ReviewAn adorable close-the-flap bedtime book about putting away the toys, closing the curtains and snuggling off to sleep. Particularly enchanting. * Angels and Urchins *

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Book SynopsisAmazing Baby board books are created in comfortable, strong trim sizes to fit growing hands, and are sure to attract a baby's attention! With added textures elements, bold patterns and engaging illustrations, Squeak, Squeak is perfect for inquisitive babies.

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Book SynopsisMeet the Keep-Calm Guru, our expert guide to the art of staying cool, calm, and in control in the face of overpowering feelings!This illustrated book introduces wise ways for children to recognize and cope with anxiety, anger, frustration, and other difficult emotions. Using everything from yoga poses and pressure holds, to deep breathing and relaxing coloring activities, the Keep-Calm Guru shows kids how to take back control and feel cool, calm, and just right.Suitable for children with sensory and emotional regulation difficulties aged approximately 7-14 years.Trade ReviewThere is something for everyone in this toolbox of tangible strategies for staying calm and in control. The book cleverly and clearly explores what we feel, why we feel like that and how we can address those feelings. Well explained ideas for readers and clear guidance for supporting adults makes for a book that many will find indispensable. -- Pooky Knightsmith, Child and Adolescent Mental Health SpecialistSometimes when I'm angry I hurt people and it makes me sad afterwards. Mum taught me some of these ideas to help me be more controlled and they really work. I'm going to teach them to my friends too so we can all be calm and kind. -- Lyra, age 6This book speaks the gentle, smart language that empowers kids to recognize their feelings and learn practical approaches to feel and function better. It's filled with powerful techniques-from deep breathing exercises to sensory modulation tools, from journaling to positive self-talk and yoga poses-that can make a big difference each and every day for stressed-out kids and teens. -- Lindsey Biel, M.A., OTR/L, Occupational Therapist, Author, Sensory Processing Challenges: Effective Clinical Work with Kids & Teens, Co-author, Raising a Sensory Smart ChildEmotional and sensory regulation can present as an insurmountable obstacle when difficulties arise and effects behaviors and everyday tasks. Brukner not only tackles these issues head on, but does it from a perspective of an expert occupational therapist and Mother. This allows for sensible practicality teamed with proven evidence based research that truly garners results. -- Dr. Frederick B. Covington, OTD, www.ontimepediatrics.comA fantastic resource to help children learn strategies to regulate emotions and senses. Self-regulation is a key to success for all students, from social situations to learning students need to use different strategies to regulate their emotions. This ready-to-use book full of timesavers and proformas is a must for all schools and families. -- Sue Larkey, TeacherLots of practical, easy-to-use methods to help kids calm down. -- Temple Grandin, author of Thinking in Pictures and The Autistic BrainTable of ContentsPart 1: For Kids. 1. Meet the Keep-Calm Guru. 2. What Is Your Light?. 3. The Mind-Body Connection. 4. The Big Four: Slow and Tired, Fast and Emotional, Fast and Wiggly, and Just Right. 5. Making Abstract Feelings Tangible. 6. Specific Steps to Get to that Just Right Feeling. 7. How This Book Works. 8. Anywhere Body Breaks: The Science Behind the How, the Why, and the What. 9. Anywhere Body Breaks. 10. Tools: Using the Stuff Most of You (Probably) Already Have. 11. Big Body Breaks: Or Shall We Say, Yoga. 12. The End of Our Journey - For Now. 13. Sum it Up. Part 2: For Adults. Acknowledgements. 14. For Parents and Caregivers - How to Get the Most Out of this Book. 15. For Teachers and Therapists - How to Get the Most Out of this Book. 16. Maslow's Hierarchy of Human Needs and its Connection to Child Development. 17. Supports to Promote Overall Self-Regulation. Appendix 1: 'Just Right' Checklist. Appendix 2: 'Draw and Jot Journaling' Card. Appendix 3: 'My List of Ten' Card. Appendix 4: 'Positive Affirmations' Bookmark. Appendix 5: 'Just Right' Self-Monitoring Checklist. Appendix 6: At a Glance Reminder Desk Strips: Anywhere Body Breaks, Tools, and Big Breaks/Yoga. Appendix 7: At a Glance Reminder Bracelets: Anywhere Body Breaks Only.

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Book SynopsisContaining 5 puzzles (each made up of 3 pieces), this attractively boxed set is the perfect gift for early learners.A seed sprouts, and then becomes a flower. It's raining, the sun comes out, and then a beautiful rainbow appears! Young children will delight in the charming, colourful illustrations while learning simple stories and logical sequences with these three-piece jigsaws.Telling a simple story about the natural world, each puzzle measures 25.5 x 8.5 cm, so doesn't require much room to complete. Introduce jigsaws in a simple, fun way while also developing your toddler's creative thinking, sequencing skills and dexterity.ALSO AVAILABLE: My First Story Puzzle Animals ISBN:9781786275875

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Book SynopsisContaining five puzzles, each made up of three pieces, this charming set is the perfect gift for early learners.A child gets into pajamas, reads a story, and falls asleep. Another child mixes pancake batter, watches them cook, and then tucks in! Young children will delight in Kanae Sato''s colorful images while learning simple stories and logical sequences with these three-piece jigsaws. Telling a simple story about everyday life at home, each puzzle measures 25.5 x 8.5 cm, so doesn''t require much room to complete. Introduce jigsaws in a simple, fun way, whilst also developing your toddler''s creative thinking, sequencing skills and dexterity.• 3-PIECE PUZZLES: These 3-piece puzzles are perfect for children ages 2+ to learn how to tell simple stories about home and day-to-day life.• INCLUDES 5 JIGSAWS: Set of 5 jigsaws means that kids can get creative and with several different combinations of stories and sequences.• CHARMING ILLUSTRATIONS: Kids

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Book SynopsisPress out and play along as you read with Make Your Own Fairy Tale: Snow White! Eight press-out sheets give you all the characters and props you need to re-enact the story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. From Snow White herself to the wicked queen and the huntsman (and of course all seven dwarfs!) you can act out the story while you read it or invent alternate versions. Comes with a fully illustrated booklet that tells the story for grown-ups to read to little ones as they play or for bigger kids to enjoy themselves.

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Book SynopsisAhoy there! Get ready for a swashbuckling adventure with this amazing pirate dress-up box. With an awesome sword, waistcoat, eyepatch and bandana to wear, plus an exciting storybook, little pirates will be entertained for hours.

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Book SynopsisWith jumbo stickers and step by step instructions for four DIY projects, each book not only engages kids creativity and imagination but also supports the important message that recycling is something we should be encouraging from a young age. With Beano Builds Go-Kart you can make: A Beano Go-Kart, A Racing Helmet, A Racing Flag and a Racecourse.

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Book SynopsisAll aboard for hours of train-tastic fun inside this box! With 4 pull-back trains, a cool track to build, plus an awesome book full of fun puzzles and games, this is the ultimate pack for any little racer.

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Book SynopsisJoin in the fun with Noah Knighton his first day of knight training.With 8 exciting sounds and bold illustrations, this adventurous book is perfect for little knights.

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Book SynopsisWhy do we need to breathe? What happens to food after you eat it? Which grow faster, your toenails or your fingernails? Answer all these questions and more with over 100 incredible facts about your amazing body.

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Book SynopsisDid you know that the cheetah can accelerate faster than a racing car - or that a peregrine can swoop at prey at speeds of almost 260kph (160mph)? These are just some of the incredible facts you'll discover as 50 of the world's most awesome animal athletes compete in their very own athletics championships. From the fastest runner and deepest diver to the loudest screecher and greediest guzzler, this is a sporting contest like no other!With light-hearted text by Kate Baker, quirky illustrations by Andres Lozano and loads of flaps to lift, this interactive book will keep kids amused for hours. What’s more, with plenty of fun facts and figures dotted throughout, including where the animals live, what they like to do and their claim to fame in the animal kingdom, this is an invaluable learning resource as well as a whole lot of fun.About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids – an imprint of the world’s leading travel authority Lonely Planet – published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

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Book SynopsisBRRRM! HONK! BEEP! Learn all about things that go in this noisy, fact-filled book. With 10 sounds and easy-to-use tabs, this is an awesome introduction to all kinds of vehicles.

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Book Synopsis Colourful and cheerful, this bunny is always busy doing one thing—nibbling on a carrot! See what busy things a newly walking toddler can find to do with busy bunny as they stroll along together.  Strolling and exploring with a walking toy develops hand-eye coordination, movement, direction, gross motor skills, and fine motor skills. Being a pull-along, the Busy Bunny will encourage children to get to their feet, improve their stability, and have the confidence to move.  Made using FSC wood and packaged using 75% recycled material printed with vegetable inks. Plastic-free packaging.  Suitable for 18 months+ Petit Collage combines a modern aesthetic with environmentally conscious manufacturing to create bold, thoughtful products to delight little ones. We strive to make our products beautiful and fun in equal measure. 

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Book Synopsis Hours of fun await with this Funny Faces Sticker Activity Set. The large foldout features playful, detailed illustrations on both sides. Children can choose from over 100 repositionable stickers to make funny faces and silly scenes. Compact and lightweight, this set is perfect for fun at home and on the go. Sticker activities encourage imaginative play and help develop hand-eye coordination, colour and shape recognition, and fine motor skills.  Made using FSC paper and card and is plastic-free with no lamination.  Suitable for 3 years+ Petit Collage combines a modern aesthetic with environmentally conscious manufacturing to create bold, thoughtful products to delight little ones. We strive to make our products beautiful and fun in equal measure. 

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Book SynopsisA fun and inspiring interactive journal for boys aged 9-12 It's time to be the best you can be and celebrate all your awesomeness! Welcome to the time in your life when lots of big, exciting stuff happens! This companion is here to guide you along the way. It's full of cool fill-in activities, quizzes to do with friends, tips for achieving your goals and dreams, and advice on how your body will change as you head into your teenage years. Helping you plan and prepare for big days, like starting a new school or taking an exam, and offering some great ideas when you need a confidence boost, this book covers the essentials and so much more! All About Me is for you and you alone, so dive in and get started. Pick up a pen and make this journal as amazing and original as you are. Write a letter to your future self - what would you say? Create the ultimate travel bucket list and dream big. How well do you and your best friend really know each other? Take the quiz to find out!

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Book SynopsisMy First Shapes is the perfect introduction to shapes concepts.

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Book SynopsisTrucks, planes, race cars, diggers... all of the best-loved vehicles feature in Things That Go, which is sure to be a hit

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Book SynopsisTaking a flight is always exciting, and this fun and quirky activity book is the perfect travel companion for your little one's journey! ''I think it’s time for a Wowee Zowee adventure – the perfect travel companion!'' -- The BookActivist Hop on board and visit a host of weird worlds and peculiar planets in this delightfully charming and very silly activity book for the young and the young at heart. Design some ski-wear for Frostonika, spot the differences in Crystal Castles and think up a menu for the beach bar on Lazy Isle! The only limits are your own imagination! Bold, fresh illustrations by Jurg Lindenberger, bring the activities to life. A timely reminder of the thrills of travel and exploration. Let your kids creativity run wild!

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Book SynopsisTake a deep breath and dive into a wonderful underwater world!This fact-packed lift-the-flap book encourages young children to head out into nature and explore. Little ones will love learning all about marine life, including what makes each fish unique, the other amazing creatures that live beneath the waves, and how THEY can help look after our oceans. Packed with simple facts, activities and prompts, this is the perfect book to inspire a love of nature in your child.One Little Fish is part of an engaging non-fiction series with a call to action at its core: for curious children to get out into nature. Each title empowers little ones to interact with the world around them, no matter where they live or what their circumstances are.Also available in the series: One Little Seed, One Little Bug, One Little Egg, One Little Leaf and One Little Tadpole

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Book SynopsisLittle ones will love to lift each large, soft felt flap to discover which friendly animal is hiding underneath on each page. With five soft-to-touch flaps to lift, adorable animal illustrations by Damien Barlow, and a noisy animal word to shout out on each page there is plenty of interactive reading fun in this first storybook for little ones.

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Book SynopsisLearn all about the human body with this giant box set packed full of facts and fun. Contains activity book, giant 3D model with play scene, poster, card game, jigsaw and sticker sheets.

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Book SynopsisListen and learn about animals and the sounds they make

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Book SynopsisWith shaped gel stickers for your window plus fun activities, Disney Classics Window Stickers will keep little puzzlers entertained for hours

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