Baby books

Book SynopsisThis charming series has been specifically designed for babies. A great introduction to books through well-known nursery rhymes and interactive text. Singing songs and rhymes is the perfect way to bond with your baby and share quality time. It also aids language development by introducing them to the natural sounds and patterns of speech. Combining these with actions also stimulates the brain and helps muscle development.

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Book SynopsisLet’s play out in the wind! There’s a wealth of sights, sounds, smells, tastes and textures to discover and enjoy! In this series of richly illustrated books, Carol Thompson celebrates the immediate and sensory response of children to the natural world – whatever the weather!

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Book SynopsisTwo little dickie birds sitting on a wall, one named Peter, one named Paul. The much loved rhyme is retold with lots of additional little animals to interest and delight young children. Perfect for snuggling up with at bedtime.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect board book for any parent working from home. Working from home with a young child around can be tricky: toddlers love to burst in on a video call, and Daddy would love to play, but has to finish his work first. On the upside, there can be a kiss between calls, and a sticky cuddle at lunchtime. When Daddy Works From Home explores and celebrates some of these moments in a nurturing, heartwarming manner.Following the success of When Mummy Goes to Work and When Daddy Goes to Work, this is the ideal gift book for anyone returning to work after parental leave, or adjusting to the new normal of home-working.Also available: When Mummy Works From Home.

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Book SynopsisMeet Clive - and his imagination! Clive loves all kinds of art. He likes looking at it, making it and sharing it with his friends. A gentle, affectionate book, celebrating diversity and challenging gender stereotypes.

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous chunky board book by award-winning author Frann Preston-Gannon featuring colours, counting and a whole host of undersea animals. Descend into the depths of the sea! And meet along the way… 1 Blue Whale (spouting at the surface of the water)2 Green Turtles3 Grey Dolphins4 Yellow Seahorses5 Red StarfishOne Hundred Colourful fish! Age range: 0-2

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Book SynopsisZoom! Zoom! Follow the speeding rocket up to the moon and back in this super simple first introduction to space travel. With layered die-cuts, fun facts and a mouse to spot on every spread!

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Book SynopsisTwo new titles in the bestselling finger puppet series! Watch Little Pig play in the mud and Little Dolphin swim with friends in these simple, comforting stories. Each book features a permanently attached plush finger puppet and peek-a-boo holes in every page, giving parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read together.

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Book SynopsisHelp your little one point to their favourite toys and learn first words with this delightful, touch and feel picture book for babies and toddlers. Explore the touchy feely pages together. With large word labels and one main picture per page to focus on, this baby book has a simple design that''s easy for very young children to follow, helping them identify all the familiar playtime toys. Meet a cute teddy with a shiny bow, and a soft, fluffy toy rabbit. Feel a bristly pink piggy and a smooth yellow bath duck. Look at the sparkly red tractor, the twinkly green frog, and the shiny choo-choo train. Help your baby name the different toys and make their fun noises. Brrrm! Brrrm! Quack! Quack! Ribbit! Ribbit! Every page has texture or an eye-catching shiny area to expand a baby''s senses, and encourage early learning. Little ones will love turning the sturdy board pages themselves, pointing to the pictures, and feeling the tactile patches. Part of a best-selling, touch and feel series, this

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Book SynopsisGreen, blue, yellow, pink? Choose your favourite colour with Elmer! This chunky board book with easy-grip toddler tabs on every page is perfect for the very youngest Elmer fans.Trade Review"Chunky tabs make it especially good for little hands, and each different scene is full of first learning opportunities" -- Andrea Reece * Lovereading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisSeek-and-find fun on the farm! This adorable puzzle board book, inspired by a popular feature in Hello magazine, encourages interactivity and invites babies, toddlers and their caregivers to read and explore together. Every page helps spark early learning by combining vibrant, baby-friendly illustrations and developmentally appropriate challenges.Touch and feel the embossed pages while searching for animals, vehicles and places on the farm. The last page is a bonus learning activity about counting from 1 to 6, with sheep, sunflowers, hay bales and more.Ready for hands-on fun, this book’s wipe-off surface protects against spills, and rounded edges provide a safe reading experience. Find It board books are easy to take on the go to entertain the littlest readers anywhere—a perfect gift for new parents! This interactive and tactile board book is designed by childhood experts to enhance learning and encourage bonding through play.

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Book SynopsisLong, long ago, the gods made the very first tree... and it could talk! Was it happy, you ask? It was not. The Baobab Tree whinged and moaned, it grumbled and groaned, all day long. But gods have a unique way of dealing with trees who complain too much. A delightful retelling of a traditional story, with free online audio.

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Book SynopsisWhen Plip loses his favourite toy, he is so upset that he runs off on his own to search for it in the snowy storm! This book is perfect for any child who has ever lost a toy... and for any parent who has ever tried to find it!

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Book Synopsis“If all the world hated you and believed you wicked, while your own conscience approved of you and absolved you from guilt, you would not be without friends.” Charlotte Brontë’s classic Gothic novel comes to life for children! Wheels, pull tabs, and other interactive elements invite kids to hide with Jane in the window-seat and help her solve the mystery of Thornfield Manor. Much more than a primer, Lit for Little Hands: Jane Eyre tells the actual story in simple, engaging prose, and fans of the novel will be delighted by the book's attention to detail and clever use of original dialogue and first-person POV. And the book's use of super-sturdy board means everyone can enjoy this tale of suspense and romance over . . . and over . . . and over again!

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Book SynopsisAutumn has arrived! Pippa and Pelle can't wait to play with their colourful kites. The wind blows their kites high into the sky and golden leaves swirl around their heads. What other adventures will the season bring?Daniela Drescher's unique illustration style will capture any child's imagination. This magical autumnal board book is full of seasonal details and is the perfect size for little hands.Trade Review'A special seasonal treat.'-- Vermont Country Sampler'My little grandson so enjoys looking at these beautiful illustrations by Daniela Drescher. He can hold the strong card book and easily turn pages while his older sister shows him the different animals and reads the pictures in this simple tale.'-- Kindling'Pippa and Pelle in the Autumn Wind provides a fine board book with gorgeous drawings by Daniela Drescher as it follows Pippa and Pelle in a windy Fall adventure. Parents will find it perfect for read-aloud and discussion while youngsters at the board book age range will find it a simple yet inviting read.'-- Midwest Book ReviewPraise for Pippa and Pelle:'The story itself is very gentle but young children will love pointing out the birds and insects that the two little woodland characters meet along the way.'-- Armadillo

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Book SynopsisPip the gnome sits with his friends mouse, rabbit and squirrel to watch the sunset.One by one, Pip's friends go to sleep: the mouse in her bed under a tree root, the rabbit in her burrow underground, the squirrel in his cosy hole high in a tree. Pip is sleepy too. "Sleep well, Pip."Perfect for bedtime, the soft, colourful illustrations and simple, rhythmic words of this beautiful board book prepare very young children for a peaceful night's sleep.Trade Review'This lovely little board book is perfect for helping young children to settle into a bedtime, or nap time, routine... As each animal goes to bed, the background in the pictures moves through the colours of the sunset, evening and night time, which, coupled with the text and its use of such sleepy words as cosy, nestle, curls up, yawns, asleep, and more, all help to calm children and help them relax into sleep.'-- Early Years Educator Magazine Praise for Pip the Gnome and the Christmas Tree:'Kwant's art is the star of this simple story. Rendered in soft coloured pencil or oil pastels, the scenes beautifully evoke the playful joy of decorating a tree. Pip is especially endearing, with his apple-doll face, Santa-red hat, and apple-green suit.'-- Kirkus Book Reviews (US)'Colourful illustrations and simple words in this utterly charming story written and illustrated by Admar Kwant introduce babies and toddlers to the joy of preparing for Christmas. Soft, wintery colors wonderfully illuminate the day from morning to dusk, ending with the candle-lit tree.'-- Midwest Book Review (US)

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Book SynopsisThe bond between a new baby and its sibling is always special and uniquely rewarding. Sometimes, however, it is difficult to adapt to the baby’s wants and needs! A new addition to any family is exciting, but the experience can also be worrying and confusing for siblings. Coping with the new situations and emotions that arise can be very challenging. This series of four board books deals with the anticipation of waiting for the new baby, the excitement of the arrival itself, and the beginnings of the special relationship that develops between siblings. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child.Trade Review"These four books in the New Baby series are just right for toddlers awaiting and adjusting to the birth of a new sibling. They cover pregnancy, welcoming the baby, and learning to play and live together. ... The multiracial families are always smiling and gentle. Colorful artwork fills each page. The writing is clear, conversational, and full of common situations." School Library Journal "The New Baby series from Child's Play is spot on accurate. ... watercolors and graphite or grease pencil outlines are friendly and exuberant." Readertotz blog

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Book SynopsisAg Jatkowska was born in Poland and grew up by the Baltic Sea. She graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdansk with a MA in Graphic Design and Illustration. In Poland, she worked as a senior artist for a greeting cards and stationery publisher and as a freelance illustrator, graphic designer and photographer. She now lives and works as an artist in Bath, producing illustrations for various book and magazine publishers including Busy Baby Animals, Busy Santa, Santa Sticker Fun and The Christmas Treasure Hunt for Campbell Books.

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Book SynopsisA concertina board book of big bright faces to place around baby on the floor at tummy time—by multi-award-winning author/illustrator Gavin Bishop. Babies will love tummy time or learning to sit up surrounded by this beautiful two metre fold-out, wordless board book illustrating faces and toys in bright colors. This safe and sturdy concertina book is a perfect new baby or baby shower gift, with compelling illustrations of the things babies love. Friendly faces from the whole family combine with familiar toys and objects, drawn in bold lines with a striking minimalist color palette. Choose your cover and which direction to read this fully reversible book. Accordion-fold books are perfect for babies to strengthen core muscles at tummy time with the saturated colours, simple lines and open faces that babies are hard-wired to enjoy. As the baby grows the strong simple images are perfect for introducing first words and concepts, with family faces to name—including the dog—and objects that babies love to hold and explore—soft toys, ball, keys, an enticing pair of spectacles and more. Selected as a dPICTUS 100 Outstanding Picturebooks 2023.Trade Review"Young children will be captivated by the faces and objects illustrated in bold colors." -- School Library Journal"A perfect new baby gift." -- The Listener, 50 Best Kids' Books of 2023"A unique and stylish board book for the very young." -- Youth Services Book Review, USA"Sturdy pages and bright, simple illustrations are just right for the youngest to examine again and again." -- Reading Rockets, USA"Gavin Bishop is a friggin’ New Zealand national treasure!" -- Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production

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Book SynopsisLearn your shapes with Little Fish in this fun, rhyming book. With finger trails for little hands, children will love tracing shapes in this deep-sea delight from Lucy Cousins, creator of Hooray for Fish!Hello! I am Little Fish, swimming in the sea.I love seeing shapes. Come along with me!Join Little Fish on a fun adventure, tracing shapes along the way! Inspired by Hooray for Fish! this charming board book features all the key shapes for little ones to learn and a bouncy, rhyming text. Young children will love tracing and learning shapes in this sturdy finger trail board book from the multi-award-winning Lucy Cousins.

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Book SynopsisAda wants to see her friends' teeth! Lion has pointy teeth . . . Mouse has teeny-tiny teeth . . . and Elephant has HUGE teeth. Everybody is different! But there's one thing everyone has to do brush their teeth, and get ready to show them off with a big, toothy SMILE!Babies, toddlers and parents will love this charming story, featuring the ever-curious Ada and her colourful animal friends! Perfect to read aloud again and again, this sturdy board book teaches a gentle lesson about friendship and kindness.Perfect for fans of Where's Spot? and Dear Zoo.Look out for more books in this series:Are You Ready?

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Book SynopsisThe star character, Pride, is here to teach your little ones how to recognise this strong emotion and name their feelings.This adorable book explains what kind of things make you feel proud, like finishing an amazing drawing. The book encourages kids to enjoy their achievements and feel confident about their talents.This brightly illustrated board book is a gentle and simple introduction to strong emotions. This will help your pre-schooler tell you how they are feeling and understand what pride feels like in the body. The Pride character evokes the feelings that small children have experienced but might not have the words for just yet. Help them understand what the emotions are and how to recognise pride in others. The little star, Pride, also wants to teach young children not to bring down other people''s confidence by making their accomplishments seem small. An important skill, especially for making new friends!The easy language makes for a fun and educational reading time. This helps children with language, vocabulary, and talking about their emotions, especially if they have difficulty expressing feelings. Let the Pride character help your toddler answer difficult questions with simple explanations.Why Do I Feel Proud Today?This fantastic child''s feelings guide includes:- Easy to understand descriptions of the key emotion: Pride- Easy to read text that encourages vocabulary building- Beautiful illustrations that will engage pre-schoolersThe little star Pride from this delightful book has friends! Look out for the ray of sunshine in I Feel Happy, the raincloud in I Feel Sad, the little flame in I Feel Angryand all of them together in How Am I Feeling?

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Book SynopsisLearn your shapes with JJ and his friends!A chunky early learning board book filled with colourful pictures to help little CoComelon lovers know their shapes.Learn your shapes with JJ and his friends!Spot a square, triangle, circle and more with this simple board book. Colourful shapes and objects will help little hands to learn at home.This is the perfect introduction to shapes for fans of Cocomelon!

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Book SynopsisHungry Lion is on the hunt for food in this fun, cheeky and vibrant lift-the-flap story!It's dinnertime and Hungry Lion is in the mood for something to eat but his prey see him coming! Will Lion end up with anything to munch?With six spreads and five sturdy flaps, perfect for little hands, children will love discovering who's hiding on each page in this funny and playful introduction to the food chain!

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Book SynopsisThe Wow! books are a series of modern first concept board books for today's children! The books put little ones in the centre of the action with relatable experiences that will help foster inclusivity, empathy and discussion. Illustrated by Alberta Torres, illustrator of This Little picture book series.A book about feelings and bedtime routines that encourages children to recognise and talk about the range of emotions they feel at the end of a busy day with fun sound effects to repeat in each scene!Children will love Alberta Torres' playful and vibrant illustrations, and noticing the similarities and differences with their own bedtime routines.

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Book SynopsisA gentle introduction to the classic children’s storybook character Curious George, this special milestone board book edition is perfect for baby showers, new baby gifts, and first birthdays!This gently abridged text is geared toward the youngest of audiences. H. A. Rey’s vibrant and playful illustrations shine throughout.Comes with milestone cards for the first twelve months and other exciting moments, such as “Today I Crawled,” “My First Haircut,” and more! Photograph your little one throughout their first year and beyond with twelve double-sided Curious George-themed cards in this sweet introduction to Curious George and his silly antics.

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Book SynopsisThis much-loved classic picture book follows the caterpillar''s week while he eats through a range of foods in preparation for his hibernation and subsequent appearance as a beautiful butterfly. With its die-cut pages and holes to explore, this is a richly satisfying book for children. The cuddly caterpillar toy can be pushed through the giant holes as children follow this simple, hopeful story.

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Book SynopsisKing Thistle needs a new jar of honey for his sandwiches, so Ben and Holly visit a buzzing bee hive to get one for him. But they soon discover that Wise Old Elf''s method of collecting honey is a bit unusual... Read this sweet story from the Little Kingdom, and find out how Wise Old Elf gets himself out of a rather sticky situation!

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Book SynopsisA bright and interactive pull-and-slide flap book, ideal for babies and toddlers.Little Dino is very good at hiding and Papa Dino needs your help to find her! Join Papa Dino on his search through the jungle in this gorgeous flap book, illustrated by Rob Hodgson.Each spread features a sturdy flap that children can slide back and forth to reveal a surprise animal hidden underneath - and there''s a quirky ladybird to spot on each page too!With bold illustrations, robust flaps and simple text, little ones will want to revisit this book time and time again.The Is that you...? series: Encourages imaginative playBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 6m+Also available:Is that you, Little Bear?Is that you, Little Chick?Is that you, Little Puppy?

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Book SynopsisThis adorable board book is perfect for sharing with babies during their first Halloween! With simple text, bright illustrations and an exciting touch-and-feel on every spread, this gorgeous board book is packed with spooky fun and helps to engage your baby''s senses while introducing them to Halloween. This touch-and-feel playbook:Encourages sensory developmentIntroduces first wordsRecommended for children aged 0+Illustrated by Lemon Ribbon StudioAlso available:Baby Touch: My First Book: a black-and-white bookBaby Touch: Nursery Rhymes Baby Touch: FarmBaby Touch: Happy Christmas!

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Book SynopsisIntroduce your little one to DINOSAURS in this bright, interactive touch-and-feel book.Packed with FLUFFY feathers, SMOOTH horns and BUMPY scales, each page has a new texture for your little one to try. With simple text, high-contrast colours and an exciting touch-and-feel on every double page, this playful book engages your baby''s senses as they discover their first dinosaurs.This touch-and-feel playbook:Encourages sensory developmentBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 0+Illustrated by Lemon Ribbon StudioFrom tummy time to bath time, the bestselling Baby Touch series contains the perfect first books to support key milestones. Also available:Baby Touch: PetsBaby Touch: FarmBaby Touch: My First BookBaby Touch: ColoursBaby Touch: OppositesBaby Touch: NumbersBaby Touch: WordsBaby Touch: ShapesBaby Touch: Hello, Daddy!B

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Book SynopsisIntroduce your baby to all kinds of toys with this gorgeous black-and-white book!Designed to develop babies'' eyesight from birth, this high-contrast book with clearly-defined images and simple text will engage your child''s senses as they discover all their favourite toys. Spot the stacking rings, stripy ball and cuddly teddy bear - and look out for the surprise touch-and-feel on the final page!This black-and-white book:Stimulates visionEncourages sensory developmentRecommended for children aged 0+Illustrated by Lemon Ribbon StudioAlso available:Baby Touch: Faces: a black-and-white bookBaby Touch: Animals: a black-and-white bookBaby Touch: Vehicles: a black-and-white book Baby Touch: My First Book: a black-and-white cloth bookBaby Touch: A black-and-white buggy book

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Book SynopsisThis heartwarming alphabet board book is inspired by the Oscar-winning short film Hair Love, with new illustrations and text from Matthew A. Cherry and Vashti Harrison.A is for Afro, N is for Natural, and W is for Waves. Letter by letter, follow Zuri and her father in their joy-filled journey through the kinks and curls of Black hair.Tender and empowering, Hair Love ABCs is perfect as a baby gift, for existing fans of Hair Love, young readers embracing their natural hair, and toddlers learning their ABCs!

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Book SynopsisFollow Margaret Brown's furry, lovable bunny on his springtime journey to find a home in this Little Golden Book classic perfect for Easter! Generations of children have followed this adorable bunny in this classic story from the author of Goodnight Moon. A family favorite since 1956, Margaret Wise Brown's simple yet playful tale is brought to life by Garth Williams's exquisite artwork.

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Book SynopsisClimb into the cockpit and take-off with this board book of Richard Scarry's fast and fun planes! Featuring jet planes, helicopters, parachuters, and even Santa's sleigh, little pilots will be searching the skies for vehicles as whimsical as these. Be sure and look for these other Richard Scarry vehicle board books: Cars (available 1/6/15)Trucks (available 1/6/15)Boats (available 7/14/15)

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Book SynopsisLittle cow is playing hide-and-seek, but can you find him andhis farmyard friends? With six creatures to meet, this innovative novelty book withsurprise pop-ups is sure to keep your little one entertainedand can be cherished by parent and child alike.

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Book SynopsisBabies and toddlers will love this interactive touch-and-feel book from the best-selling Ladybird Baby Touch series. Look at the bright pictures of the mummy and daddy animals on the left-hand page, then help your baby to feel the touch-and-feel animal babies on the opposite page. There''s also a mirror surprise on the last page for babies to see themselves!

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Book SynopsisWith tabs to pull and slide, this eco board book is the perfect introduction to green living for little readers!Discover the amazing ways in which we make the energy we need while helping keep our planet clean and safe.What are the different ways to make green energy? Spin the turbine to make wind energy, or open the dam to get energy from water . . . and more!There is so much we can all do to help create sustainable energy, and help protect the planet from harmful waste and depleting resources. Learn all about them in this interactive board book!Perfect for a new generation of mini eco-crusaders!The First Eco Book series helps support early literacy and children's development in various skills: Interactive tabs make for a fun and exciting reading experience Questions encourage children''s comprehension of the story Helps nurture a love of and confidence in reading independentlyAlso available:Green Home

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Book SynopsisPip and Posy are typical toddlers: they're best friends and have fun but sometimes they get cross and sad, so it takes friendship, sharing and understanding to make things better. In this book, Posy snatches Pip's scooter and tries to ride it but she falls off and hurts her knee. Though Pip is very cross, he comes running to help.

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Book SynopsisThe ever-intrepid Bizzy Bear has come for a visit to a super-spooky Halloween house. As he climbs the rickety stairs and walks the cobwebby corridors, all sorts of creepy characters appear from doors and hidey holes. But where could he be going and what will he find there?

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Book SynopsisIn Puppy, Puppy, PEEKABOO, babies' favourite game is brought to life with easy grab-and-pull mechanisms and a shiny mirror.Open the pages to reveal the happy puppy, the shy bunny and many more adorable pets! With stunning illustrations by Grace Habib, punchy colours to engage babies’ senses, and soft learning about emotions, this is a perfect gift for babies aged 6 months or over.Also available: Duckling, Duckling, PEEKABOO!

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Book SynopsisIt’s the Late Crunchiest Period, when the world was dominated by the juiciest and freshest creatures ever to rule the planet: the mighty . . . VEGESAURS!When Ginger and the Pea-Rexes stumble across a herd of Broccolisaurus, Minty and Wasabi immediately jump onto the gentle giants, ready for a day of play! But when Split admits he’s scared of the Broccs, Ginger helps him overcome his fear. She shows him that when you take the time to understand those around you, it can the lead the way to friendships that can take playtime to new heights!Vegesaurs: Pea-Rex Rollercaster features your favourite characters from the hit show and laugh-out-loud text to read together, this board book story is perfect for young Vegesaur fans.Also available: Dinner Time!, Ginger Meets the Pea-Rexes and Baby Bok's Flying Lesson

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