Books by Anna Milbourne

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Book Synopsis"I'm BORED!" wails a little girl after her screen time is cut short. "That's great!" her dad says with a grin. "Being bored comes right before having a Really Good Idea." After an initial protest, the little girl dives into her imagination, and takes the reader with her on a whirlwind ride of pure fun. A cardboard box becomes a magical train, the washing machine inspires an imaginary trip into space, a scribbly doodle becomes a hungry spaghetti monster, and ants in the garden lead her into an escapade in the Funny Bug Circus. In a world where children can find entertainment at the touch of a button, it's ever-more important that they have time to be bored - because that's where they have the space to come up with their own Really Good Ideas.Trade ReviewLively and characterful * The Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week *With an authentic child at center stage and the joyous celebration of screen-free, imaginative play, this is the ideal book for your own bored youngsters! * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisAt night, everyone is fast asleep - or are they? In the garden there's a curious red fox. Lift the flaps to find her as she sniffs around in the garden, and discover all kinds of other animals. From a frog in the pond, and a mouse near the compost heap to a hooting owl taking off into the starry sky, little children will love discovering what goes on outside while they are asleep.

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Book SynopsisWhere's baby bunny gone now? Find the sweet fluffy bunny as she hops around discovering new friends in the meadow. Babies and toddlers will love lifting the flaps to find the animals, and finding out what the bunny does all day. Meet a fluttery butterfly, a tiny mouse and a springy lamb with the bunny, before she jumps back into her burrow to snuggle with her family.

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Book SynopsisInspired by Sarah Coleridge's familiar poem 'January brings the snow', this little book describes each month of the year in a toddler-friendly way. Gorgeous animal characters show things to remember for each month, from glowing cheeks and noses in snowy January, to skipping lambs of May, ice cream in July, Halloween fun in October and Christmas celebrations in December! What better way to learn the months of the year than with this sweet, memorable rhyming book?

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Book SynopsisLift the lily pads and peep under the water to discover what's in a pond. From tadpoles hatching and turning into frogs, to diving beetles and even dragonfly larvae transforming into adults, this book has so much information for curious young children. Find out which fish has a nest for his babies, meet a sleepy newt and peep under a swan's wing to see her fluffy cygnets hitching a ride on her back.

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Book SynopsisThe elves are busy in Santa's workshop on Christmas Eve. Lift flaps and peek through holes to explore this magical winter wonderland. Meet all the reindeer and Mrs. Christmas working on the sleigh, see Santa flying through the sky, and fill the stockings full of presents. Then peek into Santa's house on Christmas morning to see how he celebrates - with a snooze in his armchair and lots of elf games. This little interactive book is a perfect way to enjoy the excitement of Christmas with little children.

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Book SynopsisPeek under waves and behind coral to discover hungry sharks, shy sea dragons and lots more hiding behind the flaps in this wonderful first book about the sea. Little children will love poring over the beautifully illustrated scenes, which include a submarine exploring the deep sea, waves lapping onto the shore and a sunken ship.

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Book SynopsisA colorful and charmingly illustrated non-fiction book for very small children, with lots of flaps to lift, holes to peek through and farm animals to spot. Children can peek inside the hen house at sunrise in search of eggs, watch the cows being milked behind the big barn doors and spot the lambs frolicking in the fields. Little hands will love to lift the flaps to see the vegetables growing underground, or the peas inside their green pods, and to spot all the produce being sold in the farm shop, from cheese, bread and honey to knitted hats and lambswool jumpers. An engaging and interactive introduction to life on a farm and where food comes from.

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Book Synopsis"I'm BORED!" wails a little girl after her screen time is cut short. "That's great!" her dad says with a grin. "Being bored comes right before having a Really Good Idea." After an initial protest, the little girl dives into her imagination, and takes the reader with her on a whirlwind ride of pure fun. A cardboard box becomes a magical train, the washing machine inspires an imaginary trip into space, a scribbly doodle becomes a hungry spaghetti monster, and ants in the garden lead her into an escapade in the Funny Bug Circus. In a world where children can find entertainment at the touch of a button, it's ever-more important that they have time to be bored - because that's where they have the space to come up with their own Really Good Ideas.

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Book SynopsisDive into a world full of magical unicorns, sprites and woodland creatures in this enchanting touchy-feely book. Every page is full of delicate foiling and tactile fabric patches, making this book irresistible to young unicorn lovers. The sweet simple story about kindness and belonging is suitable for young children to enjoy, firing imaginations and encouraging confidence.

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Book SynopsisDive into the magical world of silvery-tailed mermaids in this wonderful touch-and-feel book. Every page is full of pretty foiling, touchy-feely and tactile glossy patches, making this board book irresistible to young mermaid admirers. The sweet simple story about under sea friendship and rescue is suitable for little children to enjoy, firing imaginations and encouraging kindness.

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Book SynopsisThis little girl sometimes finds it very hard to say hello. She struggles going into groups or parties and is very scared of starting a new school. However, when she shares her feelings, she learns that everyone feels shy sometimes - even her exuberant big brother! Shyness is just a feeling that will pass. This realization enables her to begin to find her own way to deal with new situations. She can just watch and listen until she is ready to join in. And nervous butterflies she feels on her first day? They help her pay attention - and notice children who might become wonderful new friends! The believable characters, busy scenes and ingenious holes in the pages make this a helpful, heartwarming story that young children can relate to. It's a perfect book to help children cope with feeling shy.

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Book SynopsisFollow a little monkey around the jungle, and lift leaves and branches to meet lots of other tropical creatures along the way. This charming book for little children has lots to discover and talk about on every page, from a sleepy spotty jaguar to a hungry toucan and a slow sloth.

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Book SynopsisLittle bunny needs your care! Stroke its ears when it's scared, rub its nose better after an encounter with a tickly bug, and stroke its back when it's feeling sleepy. This adorable book encourages kindness in very little children as you gently rub the bunny better from minor mishaps. The snuggly touchy-feely patches bring a soothing interactive experience to a sweet, cosy read.

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Book SynopsisAnna Milbourne (Author) Growing up on the Wirral and in Germany, Anna wrote plays about talking animals, and stories about naughty children, and drew on every available surface. After school, she did an Art Foundation course, then a degree in German Literature & Philosophy at Oxford University. In 1998 she found her perfect job at Usborne in London, writing about everything from curious penguins to trips to the Moon.

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Book SynopsisGrowing up on the Wirral and in Germany, Anna wrote plays about talking animals, and stories about naughty children, and drew on every available surface. After school, she did an Art Foundation course, then a degree in German Literature & Philosophy at Oxford University. In 1998 she found her perfect job at Usborne in London, writing about everything from curious penguins to trips to the Moon.

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Book SynopsisHelp take care of an adorably sweet, snuggly kitten in this engaging touchy-feely book. Tickle under its chin when it's feeling lonely, stroke its back when it's had a little fright, rub its paw better after it steps in a cold puddle. Then, when it's safe and warm, tickle its soft, fluffy tummy. Encouraging kindness and empathy, this interactive book will delight babies and toddlers as they look after the heart-meltingly cute kitten.

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Book SynopsisHere is your very own monster - please take care of it. Turn the wheel to feed your monster. As you rotate the wheel, different food options will appear on the page, and the monster's reaction changes. Feed your monster well enough and you're in for a funny surprise on the last page. A hilariously fun book for young children where they control the action.

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous sticker book with beautifully decorated rooms just waiting to be filled with over 100 stickers of furniture and accessories. Children will have hours of fun arranging the house just as they want it, with objects ranging from chandeliers to china, as well as toys, ornaments and even food. Includes eleven rooms spread over three floors in the house, including a master bedroom, two children's bedrooms, a baby's nursery, a kitchen, living room, study, dining room and attic.

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