Baby, Toddler & Pre-School Books

Book SynopsisDesigned to develop babies'' eyesight, this book of large, friendly faces will stimulate vision from birth. With clearly-defined simple images and black-and-white patterns throughout, it provides a multi-sensory experience that will help focus a baby''s attention and concentration.Wave to mummy, daddy, the animals, the sun, the flower . . . and who''s that in the mirror?Visual stimulationSensory developmentRecommended for children aged 0+ Illustrated by Lemon Ribbon StudioAlso available:Baby Touch: Animals: a black-and-white bookBaby Touch: Animals Tab BookBaby Touch: PeekabooBaby Touch: Playbook

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Book SynopsisOVER 175 MILLION ERIC CARLE BOOKS SOLD WORLDWIDEA much-loved classic, illustrated by the creator of The Very Hungry CaterpillarVibrant artwork and favourite animals make this rhythmic story the perfect introduction to learning about colours. Each spread leads seamlessly into the next and young children will delight in Eric''s colourful collage animals and simple repetitive language. For the very first time the book comes with a CD featuring an audio recording by Eric Carle himself!Discover more books by Bill Martin Jr and Eric Carle:Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See?Baby Bear, Baby Bear, What Do You See?Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?

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Book SynopsisColin is no ordinary flower. Colin smells appealing - just like the other flowers around him. The only trouble is, he crackles and crunches and flutters in thewind. Because Colin is a crisp packet!A powerful message about plastic pollution and recycling from environmentalexpert Sarah Roberts.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to the Island of Struay, home of one of the best-loved characters in children's books and as seen on TV - Katie Morag McColl!Whether she's posting parcels to the wrong addresses, helping Grannie Island with a winning sheep, having problems with a troublesome ted or dealing with her naughty big boy cousins, Katie Morag is always up to something. Here are four delightful stories - a treat for all Katie Morag fans.Trade ReviewThese are chirpy tales with beautiful illustrations . . . We recommend this as a Christmas present for anyone with a toddler * Scottish Daily Record *

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Book SynopsisA heart-warming story of friendship and courage from exciting new debut picture book illustrator, Jana Curll. Mountain and Cloud are the BEST of friends. They do everything together!When an enormous storm blows Cloud far, far away, they''re lost without each other. Can the two friends face their fears and find their way back to one another?This positive picture book is a useful story to share with children who are experiencing being separated from friends, parents or carers when starting nursery or school for the first time.

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Book SynopsisIt''s hard to fit in when you're the new kid in superhero school!On Super Goat Girl's first day, she's met with a LOT of stares! After all what kind of superhero doesn't have a fancy costume or a funky cape? While the other children are having fun writing with lasers, doing lightning-fast math, and being super stretchy, Super Goat Girl doubts she can measure up.As weird events happen throughout the day, will she be able to figure out what her special superpower is and work out how not to feel super strange?Super Goat Girl is a humorously heartwarming book from bestselling author Tracey Baptiste and British Book Award winning illustrator Dapo Adeola, that tackles the difficulties of imposter syndrome and encourages young readers to find confidence and joy in who they are and what makes them special.

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Book SynopsisAutumn is Fox's favourite time of the year. But as the days pass, Autumn starts to reach its end. Winter is coming... and Fox DEFINITELY cannot let that happen!Join Fox as he tries to do everything to stop Autumn from slippingby and eventually learns that each season has its magic.

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Book SynopsisDad wants to show Spot the baby animals, but it looks as though they''re hiding! Will Spot and Dad be able to find them?Toddlers will love discovering different farm animals in this classic picture book. With fun flaps to train fine motor skills and an adventure to encourage curiosity and exploration, this is great for early learning and play.If you loved this, try Where''s Spot?, Spot Goes to School and Spot Goes on Holiday for more lift-the-flap fun!

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Book SynopsisMeet four magical friends who control the seasons in this irresistible new series from author-illustrator Jo Lindley.Say hello to the Little Seasons!The sun is shining and the Little Seasons are on their way to the beach. But Summer is feeling hot and bothered . . . First their picnic is overrun by hungry creatures. Next their game of catch is ruined when their ball goes POP.Luckily his friends know the perfect way to relax: building a giant sandcastle. Finally Summer is starting to have fun!But no one has noticed the great big wave that's rolling in . . .A pitch-perfect story about managing emotions, especially anger and frustration, and showing compassion to ourselves and others.Meet four magical friends who control the seasons in this irresistible series from author-illustrator Jo Lindley.Each title centres on a different seasonal character and gently explores key social and emotional themes, such as anxiety, self-belief and resilience.Set in an enchanting natural world that readerTrade Review“With its sparkling foil cover and a gallery of colourful and eclectic illustrations, Hello Summer is an entertaining teaching tool for exploring both emotions and the seasons.” – Lancashire Evening Post

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Book SynopsisAn exciting new series of first phrase books for toddlers - introducing word combinations to help navigate first experiences!

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Book SynopsisSam Baer (Author) Sam Baer grew up on the tiny island of Jersey before setting off on adventures in not-quite-so-tiny England. Since 2011, he's been writing books about everything from imps and elves to Victorian fashion. It's a dream job (almost as good as being a superhero).

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Book SynopsisCan you smile like Santa? Or shiver like a snowman? Look in the mirror and make your best faces in this clever learning book about Christmas.This is the perfect book for early learners to discover the wonders of Christmas! Look happy like Santa and excited like a reindeer. Look into the mirror on every page to see yourself transform into Christmassy characters!

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Book SynopsisA new vehicle-themed title in the hit novelty series with multiple sliders!Easy-to-use peekaboo sliders, a funny rhyming text and surprise mirror ending combine in this stylish and interactive board book for babies and toddlers!With a total of 10 smooth mechanisms to push, pull or turn on every spread this beautiful book is packed full of fun!From Camilla Reid and Ingela P Arrhenius, the award-winning team behind the bestselling Felt Flaps Where's Mr? series.Connecting with faces and playing peekaboo is one of the first games that babies play. It's why the very youngest of children will love this cute car book - and want to read it again and again.Also available: Peekaboo Cow, Peekaboo Apple, Peekaboo Bear, Peekaboo Sun, Peekaboo Love, Peekaboo House, Peekaboo Moon, Peekaboo Chick, Peekaboo Baby and Peekaboo Lion

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Book SynopsisThese super paper-craft activity books come in a handy wallet and include the paper and additional components needed to make various folding and cutting projects. • Origami contains 50 sheets of coloured paper and one sheet of stickers • Paper planes contains 20 paper planes to make, plus a launcher • Handy wallet to keep makes in

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Book SynopsisAnxiety can be caused by many different things...It can make children feel bad in all sorts of ways, but it''s important to remember that it''s ok to feel anxious as long as you can manage it, and what better way to learn than with coloring?Everyone Feels Anxious Sometimes, Coloring Book Edition is a fun yet helpful activity book that aims to educate kids on how to calm feelings of anxiety that they are experiencing every day. This story provides the perfect tips and tricks for how to combat anxiousness, with easy-to-follow steps, and beautiful illustrations that are waiting to be given some color.Written by Dr. Daniela Owen, Ph.D., assistant professor of clinical psychology at UC Berkeley, and the author of the best-selling Right Now series, her new Everyone Feels series provides kids with coping mechanisms on how to remain calm and positive in times of distress.Here, at Puppy Dogs & Ice Cream, we believe that children''s books are more than just stories - they''re vessels of inspiration, education, and imagination. Every book we publish is carefully selected to teach kids valuable lessons that will last a lifetime.From the publisher who brought to you Fiona Flamingo, Right Now, I Am Fine, Zen Pig, The Snowman''s Song, Bug Soup, and The Super Tiny Ghost, Everyone Feels Anxious Sometimes, Coloring Book Edition is a welcome addition to our incredible collection of best-selling children''s coloring books!

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Book SynopsisNature loving Finn's life has been turned upside down by a move to the city. All he can see are dull, grey buildings. But Grandpa has a surprise in store: his allotment! By introducing Finn to his allotment, Finn reconnects with the natural world: he's amazed to discover a hibernating hedgehog, whom he befriends, and learns to care for a fox. There is, after all, nature in the city! A beautifully detailed picture book with a directory of wildlife for spotting in the story, as well as dedicated hedgehog and fox fact pages.Trade ReviewAfter the long, cold, dark days of winter, spring is always the most welcome of seasons. A time of green shoots, of new growth and renewal, and the promise of warmth and light. This year, spring has more of a significance to us than at any other time, certainly in my life. Living through a pandemic has been extremely tough for children, with so many restrictions on their everyday lives. But the one solace we have been able to provide for them has been more time spent in nature. For many children (and adults!), this will have been a huge boost to their mental and physical well-being at such a challenging time. Through my work as a Learning Manager at the Wildfowl and Wetland Trust's London Wetland Centre, I see first-hand just how positive forming a connection to the natural world is for children. Research has shown that there are profound benefits to well-being from being outside and forming a deeper empathy for the world around us. Developing this empathy will – crucially – lead to children wanting to protect the natural world and become the conservationists of the future. Books have always been a powerful tool for unlocking ideas in children, and showing them what the world has to offer. So it has been my pleasure to consult on the natural history in Rachel's story of Finn, a city boy with a love for nature. Finn's discovery of green space when all around seems grey, could be the experience of any child who lives surrounded by buildings and roads. Luckily for Finn, Grandpa Bill recognises his grandson's longings, and steps in to help. Rescue comes with visits to his wonderful allotment, where Finn finds what he needs: hedgehogs, foxes, birds and plants. A living, breathing world. Not that it's all plain sailing: it's quite a struggle for Finn to develop empathy for the fox, but in the end he learns to understand that every living thing is worth caring for! This empathy is a strong thread in Finn's Garden Friends. It is so important that children form bonds with animals, especially in the city where many children wouldn't be aware that they live alongside some fantastic creatures. In fact, our cities teem with wildlife, and there is now a strong movement to encourage urban children to explore the natural world. Many will live in areas with poor access to nature, but through improved green spaces such as allotments, children are able to experience surprising amounts of wildlife. Did you know there are over 300,000 allotments in the UK alone? They are really important habitats for urban wildlife, and great places for children to learn about cycles of growth and renewal. As children will see from Finn's story, when we look after the planet we find that it looks after us in return. We hope everyone will enjoy Finn's adventure, and take away some ideas about how to bring children and nature together! -- Paul LawstonA delightful story, beautifully illustrated, which successfully conveys the joy and wonder of spending time in nature…. a great reminder that there are wild spaces and creatures to be found, even in the most urban of settings.’ -- Dr Jess French

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Book SynopsisButternut and Buttercup are like two peas in a pod. It’s Buttercup’s birthday and Butternut doesn’t want to spoil their sweet friendship with a sour gift. He visits old and new friends for advice and goes on an exciting exploration of food and friendship, where he discovers so much more than the perfect present.

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Book Synopsis#1 New York Times Bestseller and #1 TIME Best Book of the Year for 2017! The exquisite and thought-provoking book from the multi award-winning, internationally best-selling picture book creator of Lost and Found, Oliver Jeffers.Trade Review‘The witty images are atmospheric and full of enthralling detail’ Nicolette Jones, The Times ‘An optimistic snapshot of contemporary life, this heartfelt hug of a book ought to become a classic’ Guardian ‘Beautiful illustrations’ Creative Review ‘There is a childlike awe and wonder about the stars and planets in the book’ The Irish Times ‘Delightfully illustrated’ Time ‘Beautifully illustrated’ Artists & Illustrators ‘This performer had assured pace and charm. The storytelling was captivating and a beautifully realised gem, with a surprise ending. Gorgeous!’ Audio Production Awards judges

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Book SynopsisJoin Peter Rabbit on a fluffy Easter adventure in this sensory touch-and-feel book.Peter and the rabbits are hopping about on an egg hunt. Along the way, they find fluffy surprises and meet some new friends!This sensory board book features tactile elements on every page and a simple story to follow. The perfect Easter gift, introduce little readers to the world of Peter Rabbit with this touch-and-feel board book.Look out for more Easter adventures with Peter Rabbit:Peter Rabbit Tales: A Spring SurpriseHop, Skip, Stick: A Sticker Activity BookPeter Rabbit: A Pop-Up Easter Egg HuntHappy Easter Peter!Peter Rabbit Easter Eggs Press-out and PlayPeter Rabbit: Easter FunPeter Rabbit: Peter''s First Easter

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Book SynopsisBy award-winning Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho, the second book in the Luna Loves... series. Join Luna and Finn at the Art Gallery and step inside famous works of art by Van Gogh, Damien Hirst, Henri Matisse, Andy Warhol and many more! Finn doesn't recognise his own family in the art he sees... but maybe all he needs is a good friend. Created by award-winning poet Joseph Coelho, this book follows Luna Loves Library Day as an introduction to different types of family. Other books in the Luna Loves... series: Luna Loves Library Day Luna Loves Dance Luna Loves Books "Luna Loves Art offers [the comfort that] not all families look the same – and that is a great message to celebrate." Laura DockrillTrade Review"Not all families look the same –and that is a great message to celebrate." * Laura Dockrill *"This is a subtle story that does not just introduce a young audience to some of the most iconic works of modern and contemporary art, it is also about the stories even children hide." * Books for Keeps *"Readers will love this introduction to art as enjoyed by Luna and her classmates" -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading4Kids - Pick of the Month July 2020 *"Will prove a fantastic resource in the classroom... Books like this are vital in bringing these opportunities closer to home and the curriculum to life" -- Nikki Stiles * ReadingZone *

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Book Synopsis Level: EYFS Subject: English Have fun learning lower case letters at home with this motivating wipe-clean book!

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Book SynopsisThe migrants must leave the forest. Borders are crossed, sacrifices made, loved ones are lost. It takes such courage to reach the end. At last the journey is over and the migrants arrive. This is the new place. Through extraordinarily powerful images, Migrants narrates the journey of a group of animals that leaves behind a leafless forest. It is the story of a great and unique migration, a journey where borders must be crossed, sacrifices made, loved ones left behind. With forceful simplicity, Migrants shows us the courage migration takes. Death looms throughout the journey. And arriving may mean burying a portion of the past.Trade Reviewa great deal to discuss with older children and in classes. It is topical and moving exploring loss and hope as well as being a tribute to those who have to leave their homelands * Reading Time * this book is absolutely BRILLIANT ... I imagine this book being such a powerful tool in the classroom - one that could create and encourage some incredible learning opportunities for students. * MrLovesBookshelf - Instagram * Watanabe captures with grace both dignity and determination, and the brilliance of her art's hues against a velvety black backdrop gives the somber spreads great visual power * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisAll sorts of emotions are explored in this delightfully illustrated sticker book, including feeling excited, worried, embarrassed or jealous at a party, sports day or on a day out. There's plenty of descriptive vocabulary for children to learn along the way, along with ideas about how to stay calm and manage difficult feelings.

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Book SynopsisFrom tanks rumbling across battlefields to submarines, blitzed cities and D-Day, this extraordinary flap book takes young readers right into the action of the Second World War.Trade ReviewA great overview of the whole conflict... a great book for primary school kids - but also contains enough colourful snippets and insights to appeal to older children, too. * The Sun *See inside the Second World War is a child-friendly but extremely detailed account of the run-up to the Normandy Landings. There are over 60 flaps for busy and curious little fingers to open and explore... The See inside series is such a fantastic way to engage children with history and fact-finding. * Read it Daddy *Table of Contents1 First strikeThe German Army invades Poland in 1939 with around 1.5 million soldiers using a devastating new tactic of warfare called 'Blitzkrieg' which means lightning war.2 Atlantic terrorBy June 1940, Allied ships travelling to Britain across the Atlantic Ocean were being targeted for destruction by German submarines, known as U-boats.3 War in the skyBomber planes were used to fight the war from the sky. They flew together in groups on dangerous missions into enemy territory. They dropped bombs on railways, factories and cities. The largest and most advanced aircraft was the American bomber, the B29 Superfortress.4 Blitzed citiesFrom September 1940, German bombers attacked British cities through a series of nightly air raids known as the Blitz. It lasted for nine months and caused the deaths of thousands of people.5 FirepowerArmies developed powerful tanks to fight their enemies. In July 1943, around 6,000 tanks were used in the battle between German and Russian troops near the town of Kursk, in Central Russia.6 In the PacificThe Allies battled against Japanese forces for control of the South Pacific using powerful aircraft carriers. These aircraft carriers had powerful rotating cannon and short range machine guns. They held over 100 aircraft and had around 3,500 crew on board. By 1944, the aircraft carriers faced threats from Japanese Kamikaze pilots.7 D-DayOn June 6, 1944, around around 150,000 allied troops stormed the five beaches of Normandy, in German-occupied France. It was called D-Day and it was the biggest invasion i history.8 Final monthsFrom June 1944, the German army had been pushed back through Europe by Allied troops from the West and by the Soviets from the East. The Soviets reached the Germany's capital, Berlin by April 1945. The Germans surrendered to the Allies on May 2, 1945. On August 14, 1945, Japan surrendered to the Allies after two atomic bombs were dropped on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. German and Japanese leaders were later tried for 'war crimes'.

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Book SynopsisFiona Watt is an Editorial Director and writer at Usborne Publishing. She graduated from Exeter University with a Bachelor of Education in Art and Design. She taught for three years at a primary school in Kent, before spending two years at a British school in The Netherlands. She started working at Usborne in 1989 and has written and edited hundreds of books including baby and novelty, sticker, art and craft, cookery, science and activity books. She has written all the titles in the award-winning THAT'S NOT MY series and many in the highly successful Sticker Dolly Dressing series. She is the sixth biggest-selling UK children's author, with over 10 million of her books sold in the UK since records began.

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Book SynopsisSam Smith (Author) Sam grew up in Buckinghamshire, falling off various bicycles before reading books and making up his own stories about more competent heroes. After studying English at Cambridge University, he joined Usborne in 2013, and now writes titles ranging from fold-out solar systems to maze books full of swashbuckling pirates. Sometimes, Sam cycles to work.

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Book SynopsisWH SMITH BOOK OF THE YEAR 2019! Izzy and Fixer are back for more machine mayhem . . . While their fellow contestants at the Invention Convention are intent on making shiny new things using old power, can Izzy and Fixer build a recycling machine fuelled by nature... AND win the coveted Genius Guild badge along the way? A joyful celebration of the magic of make-do-and-mend from the creators of the much-loved Izzy Gizmo.PRAISE FOR IZZY GIZMO: ‘Jones’s loping, engaging rhymes and Ogilvie’s vivacious images evoke both inspiration and frustration’ The Guardian

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Book SynopsisThe Family Book celebrates the love we feel for our families and all the different varieties they come in. Whether you have two moms or two dads, a big family or a small family, a clean family or a messy one, Todd Parr assures readers that no matter what kind of family you have, every family is special in its own unique way.Parr''s message about the importance of embracing our differences is delivered in a playful way. With his trademark bold, bright colors and silly scenes, this book will encourage children to ask questions about their own families. Perfect for young children just beginning to read, The Family Book is designed to encourage early literacy, enhance emotional development, celebrate multiculturalism, promote character growth, and strengthen family relationships

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Book SynopsisThis Ladybird retelling of Goldilocks and the Three Bears is a wonderful introduction to classic fairy tales for toddlers and preschool children. Enjoy reading the simple text together, looking at the bright pictures and feeling the different touch-and-feels on every page.

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Book SynopsisWhat happens when you leave your toys out in the garden at night? They get beamed into space - that's what! Join our plucky band as they explore the cosmos, and help out one lonely alien along the way...

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Book SynopsisA brand-new novelty series all about things that go!All aboard the baby train, We're going on a ride today. All aboard the baby trainThe whistle PEEPS - we're on our way!Climb aboard the train in this brand-new novelty series, perfect for babies and pre-schoolers. With tabs to slide and wheels to spin, little ones will love to make the train move on every page. Seb Braun (illustrator of Spinderella by Julia Donaldson, the Daddy Grizzle books by Mark Sperring and author-illustrator of Raj and the Best Day) creates friendly, action-packed scenes, full of detail and warmth. Bursting with adorable animal characters on a special day trip, this bright and busy book will provide hours of entertainment. Also in the series: Baby on Board: Car (2023), Tractor (2024), Aeroplane (2024)

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Book SynopsisWhat if the witch gave Merida a different spell?Merida understands that, as a princess, she has certain obligations - but that doesn''t mean she has to like it. Especially when her mother Queen Elinor insists she marries a man she''s never met.Desperate to change her destiny, Merida discovers a witch''s cottage, where she is given a magical pastry - but instead of feeding it to Elinor, Merida eats the pastry herself, and awakens in the past, just in time to stop her parents from meeting.Now Merida needs to find a way to pacify her parents'' rival clans, help them fall in love and prevent her future marriage, all whilst wrestling with the question: if you could change your own fate, would you?

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Book SynopsisGodfrey used to be an egg, then he was a tadpole. Now, Godfrey is a frog. He changed quickly and it was all very exciting. He''s waiting for the next change . . . but it seems there isn''t one.Is this it? Godfrey thinks. It''s not very exciting. Bear has wonderful claws, Deer has impressive antlers, Heron has majestic wings. Godfrey buries himself in the mud and hides away from the world. He doesn''t want to be just a frog.Can Brinley the minnow, Radcliffe the snail, and Penelope the shrimp convince Godfrey that a frog is a pretty special thing to be?

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Book SynopsisA wonderful new picture book story about something all kids do at one point or another dropping their ice cream based on the award-winning CBeebies preschool show Bing!It's a hot day and Bing really wants an ice cream. But first he needs to find Gilly's ice-cream van. Bing and Flop race all over the park to find her, only for Bing to then drop his ice cream while waving goodbye as the van pulls away. Poor Bing!A very relatable story that helps kids talk about things that upset them, manage their disappointment and eventually feel better.

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Book SynopsisFrom the award-winning Bethan Woollvin, creator of the iconic Little Red and Rapunzel comes Hansel and Gretel, a very funny twist on the classic fairy tale printed in vibrant pantone inks. 'A witty picture book for clever, fearless children' – The Sunday TimesNaughty little Hansel and Gretel ransack Willow the good witch's gingerbread cottage and play havoc with her spells, driving the poor witch to her wit's end with magical mischief and mayhem. They gobble all her yummy food, smash her potion bottles and even conjure the cat to the size of a house! Can Willow ever put a stop to the chaos?Bethan Woollvin has been shortlisted for both the Klaus Flugge Prize 2017 and the Little Rebels Award 2017, as well as winning an AOI Award 2017. Little Red, winner of the Macmillan Prize 2014, was named one of the ten New York Times Best Illustrated Books in 2016.Trade ReviewThis is a witty, sophisticated, revisionist picture book for clever, fearless children -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *A talent to watch * Daily Mail *One of my favourite new illustrators turns her keen eye to Hansel and Gretel in her latest stylish, deliciously disruptive fairytale revamp * The Bookseller *a deadpan, terse narrative voice [complements] her sharp illustrative style * Guardian - Top 50 New Writers *

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Book SynopsisHello Baby Cloth Books are a new addition to the Hello Baby series. This very first cloth book has deeply padded, soft-to-touch cloth pages and a crinkly cover for little hands to touch and feel. It also has a handy Velcro loop so it can be attached to buggies and cots. The high-contrast pictures and colours in this beautifully illustrated book will captivate babies' attention and stimulate their developing sight as they look at and learn the world around them.

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Book SynopsisPart of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Greta Thunberg tells the inspiring story of this courageous climate activist.

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