Books by Axel Scheffler

Book SynopsisThe classic, well-loved story of TheThree Little Pigs and the Big Bad Wolf, masterfully broughtto life by Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo andZog.

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Book SynopsisThe much-acclaimed toddler book series from The Gruffalo illustrator, Axel Scheffler.Simple but engaging stories which reflect the ups - and downs - of toddler life.Major new animation series launching on Milkshake in 2021Pip and Posy are best friends - they love to play, and make things, and have fun. But just occasionally they get cross or sad, and sometimes things go wrong that are beyond their control. And that's when kindness and understanding - and a cuddle - make everything better.In The Friendly Snail, Pip and Posy are spending a lovely afternoon outside, but while Pip wants to do some quiet gardening, Posy wants to have fun playing noisy games.When Posy's racket frightens Pip's new snail friend back into its shell, Pip gets cross . . . Oh dear! But then a big, greedy bird tries to take Pip's snail, and it turns out Posy's loud voice can be quite useful, after all!A heart-warming, relatable story about valuing each other's differences.There are loads of titles to collect . . . The Super Scooter, The Big Balloon, The Bedtime Frog - and many more!

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Book SynopsisLittle ones can join in the fun In the Jungle by pulling out the sliders, pushing up the tabs and counting all the animals! How many lazy lions are yawning? How many zebras are skipping?Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and beautifully illustrated by the award-winning Axel Scheffler. In the Jungle has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Toy Guide.Discover more animal books from the illustrator of The Gruffalo with On the Farm and Freddy the Frog.

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Book SynopsisThe much-acclaimed toddler book series from The Gruffalo illustrator, Axel Scheffler.Simple but engaging stories which reflect the ups - and downs - of toddler life.Major new animation series launching on Milkshake in 2021Pip and Posy are best friends - they love to play, and make things, and have fun. But just occasionally they get cross or sad, and sometimes things go wrong that are beyond their control. And that's when kindness and understanding - and a cuddle - make everything better. In The Christmas Tree, Pip and Posy are busy decorating the tree with candy sticks, and biscuits, and a beautiful sugar star. But the strange thing is that, every time Posy goes out of the room, when she returns, there's one less decoration on the tree. Eventually, there are NO decorations left AT ALL . . . oh, dear!All young readers will enjoy the moment when Posy finds Pip lying on the sofa, feeling sick, but will they guess how she decides to tackle Pip?A charming and funny story about the problems caused by telling fibs, with gentle lessons about being kind and tooth-brushing!There are loads of titles to collect . . . The Super Scooter, The Big Balloon, The Bedtime Frog - and many more!Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and listen along!

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Book SynopsisThe much-acclaimed toddler book series from The Gruffalo illustrator, Axel Scheffler.Simple but engaging stories which reflect the ups - and downs - of toddler life.Major new animation series launching on Milkshake in 2021Pip and Posy are best friends - they love to play, and make things, and have fun. But just occasionally they get cross or sad, and sometimes things go wrong that are beyond their control. And that's when kindness and understanding - and a cuddle - make everything better.In The New Friend, Pip and Posy are having a fun day at the seaside, collecting shells and digging the sand. But when Posy has a nap, Pip makes friends with a boy called Zac. Zac is very cool - he has lots of amazing toys AND he's really good at handstands. So, to her dismay, when Posy wakes up, she finds that Pip is more interested in playing with Zac than her. A funny and dramatic story about working out that two's company and three's a . . . PARTY!There are loads of titles to collect . . . The Super Scooter, The Big Balloon, The Bedtime Frog - and many more!

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Book SynopsisCrazy creatures from prehistoric lands in this bonkers book of mixed-up dinosaursfrom bestselling, award-winning illustrator, Axel Scheffler What do you get if you cross a mighty Tyrannosaurus rex with a fearsome Triceratops? It's a Tyrannotops, of course! And how about a giant Diplodocus with a soaring Pterodactyl? Why, that's a Diplodactyl! With over 121 possible prehistoric creations, silly names and strange noises to make you giggle, this new Flip Flap book is perfect for preschoolers and ideal for dinosaur fans. With a hilarious rhyming text and brilliant artwork from the illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series, Axel Scheffler, simply flip the pages to create some seriously silly mixed-up dinosaurs! Other titles in the series include: Farm, Safari, Jungle, Pets, Ocean, Frozen, Minibeasts

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Book SynopsisHelp the monkeys look for their friend in Who's Hiding in the Jungle? Lift the felt flaps to see where he is. Which other animals will you find hiding underneath?With soft flaps on every spread that are easy for babies to lift, helping them develop fine motor skills, and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, bestselling illustrator of The Gruffalo, this is the perfect gift to share with little ones.Discover more animal adventures from Axel Scheffler: Who's Hiding on the Farm?, In the Jungle and My First Search and Find: On the Farm.Trade ReviewWho’s Hiding in the Jungle? is a lovely book for preschoolers. The colourful flaps are easy for the children to use as they are a soft felt material which is also very durable. Using the flaps strengthens children’s hand-eye co-ordination, as they open and close the flaps to find the animals in the story.This book is excellent for enhancing and developing children’s vocabulary and communication skills, as our testers pointed at and said the names and noises of the animals as they saw them. * Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Toy Guide *

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Book SynopsisThe much-acclaimed toddler book series from The Gruffalo illustrator, Axel Scheffler.Simple but engaging stories which reflect the ups - and downs - of toddler life.Major new animation series launching on Milkshake in 2021Pip and Posy are best friends - they love to play, and make things, and have fun. But just occasionally they get cross or sad, and sometimes things go wrong that are beyond their control. And that's when kindness and understanding - and a cuddle - make everything better.In The Friendly Snail, Pip and Posy are spending a lovely afternoon outside, but while Pip wants to do some quiet gardening, Posy wants to have fun playing noisy games.When Posy's racket frightens Pip's new snail friend back into its shell, Pip gets cross . . . Oh dear! But then a big, greedy bird tries to take Pip's snail, and it turns out Posy's loud voice can be quite useful, after all!A heart-warming, relatable story about valuing each other's differences.There are loads of titles to collect . . . The Super Scooter, The Big Balloon, The Bedtime Frog - and many more!

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Book SynopsisJoin Mother Goose and her three little goslings as they enjoy over fifty classic nursery rhymes, traditional lullabies and favourite action songs, beautifully illustrated in full colour throughout by the award-winning Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo. The deluxe hardback has a ribbon marker and foiled jacket, making it a very special gift.The rhymes are linked together by enchanting original stories about Mother Goose and her goslings as they learn to waddle, swim and more, giving a unique and fresh twist to these traditional favourites.From Humpty Dumpty to Jack and Jill, and from Baa Baa Black Sheep to Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, there's something for everyone in this beautiful gift treasury – a must for every family bookshelf.

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Book SynopsisA friendly, rhyming farmyard tale from bestselling, award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler Cuddly Cow is ready for bed, but she can't get to sleep anywhere! As she visits her farmyard friends, will she find the perfect place to get a good night's rest? Take a trip to the farm with these new look cased board books featuring much loved artwork from illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series. With simple, yet funny texts that are perfect for reading aloud. Other titles in the series include: Gobbly Goat, Higgly Hen and Portly Pig

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Book SynopsisLittle ones can join in the fun On the Farm by pulling out the sliders, moving the animals and making all the different noises! Quack along with the ducks, moo with the cows and neigh with the horses.Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and beautifully illustrated by the award-winning Axel Scheffler. On the Farm has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Toy Guide.Discover more animal books from the illustrator of The Gruffalo with Who's Hiding on Safari?, The Noisy Farm Book and In the Jungle.

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Book SynopsisJoin Mother Goose and her three little goslings as they enjoy over fifty classic nursery rhymes, traditional lullabies and favourite action songs, beautifully illustrated in full colour throughout by the award-winning Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo.The rhymes are linked together by enchanting original stories about Mother Goose and her goslings as they learn to waddle, swim and more, giving a unique and fresh twist to these traditional favourites.From Humpty Dumpty to Jack and Jill, and from Baa Baa Black Sheep to Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, there's something for everyone in this beautiful gift treasury – a must for every family bookshelf.

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Book SynopsisLittle ones can join in the fun with Freddy the Frog by pulling out the sliders, pushing up the tabs and making lots of noise down at the pond. Follow Freddy as he squelches in slime, races his friends and croaks all the day long!Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text, from the award-winning illustrator of The Gruffalo, Axel Scheffler. Freddy the Frog has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Toy Guide.Discover more animal adventures from Axel Scheffler: Pip the Puppy, On the Farm, and In the Jungle.

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Book SynopsisWhen Hare teases Hedgehog about his little legs, Hedgehog is so upsethe challenges the long-legged hare to a race. With the help of his clever wife, can Hedgehog come up with a planto beat the snooty hare, and prove that hedgehogs are just as goodas hares?

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Book SynopsisCrazy creatures in this bonkers book of zany zoo animals from bestselling, award-winning illustrator, Axel Scheffler What do you get if you cross an alligator with a moose? It's an alligoose, of course! And how about a camel with a hippopotamus? Why, that's a camotamus! With over 121 possible creations, silly names and strange noises to make you giggle, this new Flip Flap book is perfect for preschoolers and ideal for animal fans. With a hilarious rhyming text and brilliant artwork from the illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series, Axel Scheffler, simply flip the pages to create some seriously zany zoo animals! Other titles in the series include: Farm, Jungle, Safari, Pets, Ocean, Dinosaurs, Frozen, Minibeasts

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Book SynopsisClimb up the waterspout with Incy Wincy, help the king's men try to put Humpty Dumpty back together again and dance along with the cat playing his fiddle! Brought to life with Axel Scheffler's stunning illustrations, this collection of beloved nursery rhymes such as Twinkle Twinkle and Mary Had a Little Lamb, is the perfect bedtime read.

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Book SynopsisThe classic, much-loved story of Puss in Boots, masterfully broughtto life by Axel Scheffler. When a miller's son is given a talking cat, he is about to move upin the world ... but will the pair be able to outwit a wicked magicianand save a kingdom together?

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Book SynopsisWith gorgeous pictures by a host of top illustrators, KIND is aninspiring activity book about the many ways children can be kind,from sharing their toys and games to making those from other countriesfeel welcome. Fifty pence from the sale of each printed copygoes to Three Peas, a charity which gives help to refugees fromwar-torn countries.

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Book SynopsisLittle ones can join in the fun On the Farm by pulling out the sliders, jiggling the animals and making all the different noises! Quack along with the ducks, moo with the cows and neigh with the horses.Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and beautifully illustrated by the award-winning Axel Scheffler. On the Farm has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer''s Good Toy Guide.Discover more animal books from the illustrator of The Gruffalo with In the Jungle.

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Book SynopsisLittle ones will love joining in with all the farmyard fun!A crowing cockerel, a mooing cow and a quacking duck are just some of the animals making a racket down on Noisy Farm! With ten sounds to press, lots to spot and count and a rhyming story to share.The Noisy Farm Book is a gorgeous gift book young children will return to time and time again, with fantastic illustrations by the award-winning Axel Scheffler.Discover more noisy animal adventures from the illustrator of The Gruffalo, with The Noisy Jungle Book.

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Book SynopsisLittle ones can join in the fun with mischievous Pip the Puppy by pulling out the sliders and pushing up the tabs. Follow Pip out and about as he chases the cat, frightens the postman, and woofs all afternoon at the park!Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with a gentle rhyming story, from the award-winning illustrator of The Gruffalo Axel Scheffler. Pip the Puppy has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Toy Guide.Discover more animal adventures from Axel Scheffler: Freddy the Frog, On the Farm and In the Jungle.

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Book SynopsisAn animal fairy tale by Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo, with a heartwarming message about learning from your mistakes.When Mr Peacock hires a shy little chicken as a new apprentice in his jewellery shop, he has no idea what awaits him: a royal visit from the Lion Prince, a mysterious robbery, and a miraculous discovery!Richly illustrated in full colour throughout, The Jeweller''s Apprentice is an enchanting modern fable, written and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, bestselling illustrator of The Gruffalo.

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Book SynopsisHelp Little Chick look for Mummy Hen in Who's Hiding on the Farm? Lift the felt flaps to see where she is. Which other animals will you find hiding underneath?With soft flaps on every spread that are easy for babies to lift, helping them develop fine motor skills, and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, bestselling illustrator of The Gruffalo, this is the perfect gift to share with little ones.Discover more animal adventures from Axel Scheffler: Freddy the Frog, In the Jungle and My First Search and Find: On the Farm.

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Book SynopsisAll About Cats is a collection of hilarious rhymes . . . all about cats! These short, funny rhymes are brought to life with illustrations from Axel Scheffler, the bestselling illustrator of The Gruffalo. Cats are sleek, and cats are slick. They read, and do arithmetic!Have you ever seen a cat playing a piano? Or taking a bubble bath with a rubber duck? Find out what cats really get up to when people aren't around! Axel Scheffler's charming and witty illustrations introduce all kinds of cats – making mischief, playing games, singing songs and out on adventures. This collection of hilarious, quirky poems by Frantz Wittkamp is wonderfully adapted from German to English for the very first time by celebrated children's author David Henry Wilson.With fourteen delightfully funny short poems, and full-page colour illustrations by Axel Scheffler, the genius illustrator of Room on the Broom, Zog, The Smeds and the Smoos and many more, this collection is sure to entertain children young and old, and is the perfect gift for any cat fan.

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Book SynopsisThe much-acclaimed toddler book series from The Gruffalo illustrator, Axel Scheffler.Simple but engaging stories which reflect the ups - and downs - of toddler life.Major new animation series launching on Milkshake in 2021Pip and Posy are best friends - they love to play, and make things, and have fun. But just occasionally they get cross or sad, and sometimes things go wrong that are beyond their control. And that's when kindness and understanding - and a cuddle - make everything better. In The Christmas Tree, Pip and Posy are busy decorating the tree with candy sticks, and biscuits, and a beautiful sugar star. But the strange thing is that, every time Posy goes out of the room, when she returns, there's one less decoration on the tree. Eventually, there are NO decorations left AT ALL . . . oh, dear!All young readers will enjoy the moment when Posy finds Pip lying on the sofa, feeling sick, but will they guess how she decides to tackle Pip?A charming and funny story about the problems caused by telling fibs, with gentle lessons about being kind and tooth-brushing!There are loads of titles to collect . . . The Super Scooter, The Big Balloon, The Bedtime Frog - and many more!

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Book SynopsisCrazy creatures in this bonkers book of mixed-up minibeasts from bestselling, award-winning illustrator, Axel Scheffler What do you get if you cross a ladybird with a grasshopper? It's a ladybopper, of course! And how about a millipede with a stag beetle? Why, that's a millipeetle! With over 121 possible creations, silly names and strange noises to make you giggle, this new Flip Flap book is perfect for preschoolers and ideal for creepy-crawly fans. With a hilarious rhyming text and brilliant artwork from the illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series, Axel Scheffler, simply flip the pages to create some seriously silly mixed-up minibeasts! Other titles in the series include: Farm, Jungle, Safari, Pets, Ocean, Dinosaurs, Frozen

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Book SynopsisA friendly, rhyming farmyard tale from bestselling, award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler Higgly Hen has lost her chicks! Oh dear, wherever can they be? Follow Higgly around the farmyard as she searches for her missing chicks. Other titles in the series include: Gobbly Goat, Cuddly Cow and Portly Pig Take a trip to the farm with these new look cased board books featuring much loved artwork from illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series. With simple, yet funny texts that are perfect for reading aloud.

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Book SynopsisA friendly, rhyming farmyard tale from bestselling, award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler Portly Pig loves nothing more than being mucky! He sets off around the farm in search of a big muddy puddle, but what will he do when it starts to rain? Take a trip to the farm with these new look cased board books featuring much loved artwork from illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series. With simple, yet funny texts that are perfect for reading aloud. Other titles in the series include: Gobbly Goat, Higgly Hen and Cuddly Cow

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Book SynopsisA friendly, rhyming farmyard tale from bestselling, award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler Gobbly Goat is ready for lunch! But what can he find that's yummy to munch? Join Gobbly in the farmyard on his quest to find a tasty morsel to eat. Other titles in the series include: Cuddly Cow, Higgly Hen and Portly Pig Take a trip to the farm with these new look cased board books featuring much loved artwork from illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series. With simple, yet funny texts that are perfect for reading aloud.

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Book SynopsisA cute little board book edition of this funny Christmas story for toddlers, from Gruffalo illustrator, Axel Scheffler.The perfect stocking-filler! It's Christmas time and Pip and Posy are busy decorating the tree with tasty candy sticks, and beautiful biscuits, and a delicious-looking sugar star. But the strange thing is that every time Posy goes out of the room, when she returns, there's one less decoration on the tree. Eventually, there are NO decorations left AT ALL . . . Oh, dear! All young readers will enjoy the moment when Posy finds Pip lying on the sofa, feeling sick, but will they guess how she decides to tackle Pip? A charming new Pip and Posy story about the problems caused by telling fibs, with gentle lessons about being kind and tooth-brushing! With many more titles in the series to collect, including: The Snowy Day, The Super Scooter and The Bedtime Frog.

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Book SynopsisWhat is coronavirus, and why is everyone talking about it? Engagingly illustrated by Axel Scheffler, this approachable and timely book, now available for the first time in print paperback, helps answer these questions and many more. Fully updated, it provides clear explanations about COVID-19 and its effects - both from a health perspective and the impact it has on a family's day-to-day life. With input from expert consultant Professor Graham Medley of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, as well as advice from teachers and child psychologists, this is a practical and informative resource to help explain the changes we are currently all experiencing. £1 from the sale of every book will be donated to NHS Charities Together.

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Book Synopsis What is Covid, and why is everyone talking about it? Engagingly illustrated by Axel Scheffler, this approachable and timely book - now newly updated in print paperback for 2021 with the latest developments in vaccination and extra content about emotional wellbeing - helps answer these questions and many more. This new larger and expanded 32-page edition provides clear explanations about COVID-19 and its effects - both from a health perspective and the impact it has on a family's day-to-day life. With input from expert consultant Professor Graham Medley of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, as well as advice from teachers and child psychologists, this is a practical, informative and reassuring resource to help explain the changes we are currently all experiencing. £1 from the sale of every copy of this book will be donated to NHS Charities together (with the remainder of the proceeds to cover print and distribution costs)

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Book SynopsisA brand-new felt flap series, based on the bestselling picture books from Axel Scheffler and Camilla Reid.With five colourful felt flaps and rich artwork from Axel Scheffler, toddlers will love joining in a game of hide-and-seek with Pip and Posy.These robust little books will be loved by young families everywhere!

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Book SynopsisA brand-new festive title in the Pip and Posy felt flap series for babies.This beautiful book with colourful, soft felt flaps is based on the bestselling picture book series illustrated by Axel Scheffler.With five colourful felt flaps and rich artwork, toddlers will love joining in this snowy game of hide-and-seek with Pip and Posy.This board book is the perfect gift to give this Christmas as little hands will love exploring (and tugging on the felt flaps!) while they look for Pip and Posy on every page.

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Book SynopsisA brand-new felt flap series, based on the bestselling picture books from Axel Scheffler and Camilla Reid.With five colourful felt flaps and rich artwork from Axel Scheffler, toddlers will love joining in a game of hide-and-seek with Pip and Posy.These robust little books will be loved by young families everywhere!

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