Books by Giles Andreae

Giles Andreae is a beloved British author and poet whose uplifting, rhyming picture books have delighted families for decades. Best known for his warm humour and heartfelt messages, his stories often celebrate individuality, kindness, and the joy of being yourself. His instantly recognisable voice and gentle wit have made him a favourite among readers young and old.

From whimsical animal adventures to tender tales about friendship and courage, Andreae's books pair playful language with expressive illustrations. Each title carries a reassuring spirit that encourages confidence and compassion, making his work a cherished addition to any early years library or gift collection.

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  • I Love Halloween

    Hachette Children's Group I Love Halloween

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisA fun-filled Halloween picture book, perfect for sharing with even the littlest monsters! From the author of much-loved classic Giraffes Can't Dance.

    7 in stock

    £11.69

  • Monster Christmas

    Hachette Children's Group Monster Christmas

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn endearing rhyming story full of laughs, this wholesome tale is set to become a Christmas classic.Father Christmas is old, tired and has creaky knees. He needs a break - and who better to replace him than little monster, who can''t wait to stretch his wings, see the world and do some good? There''s just one problem ... everyone''s scared of him!Can Monster Christmas persuade the world to see past his appearance to the kindness within?This new Christmas collaboration between Giles Andreae, author of bestselling classic Giraffes Can''t Dance, and expert character-crafting illustrator Nikki Dyson is a fun festive story with important themes of friendship, kindness, and acceptance.

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Giraffes Cant Dance Book  CD

    Hachette Children's Group Giraffes Cant Dance Book CD

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisA book and CD edition of the much-loved picture book classic Giraffes Can't Dance, with audio read by Hugh Laurie

    Out of stock

    £8.54

  • The Chimpanzees Happy Tree

    Hachette Children's Group The Chimpanzees Happy Tree

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis triumphant, upbeat story, shows how one small action can bring big, positive change. From the creators of the international bestseller and much-loved classic, Giraffes Can''t Dance.And as the tree began to blossom,Just like Chutney said,The Children both began to feelThe happiness it spread.Chutney the chimpanzee has a special tree - a happy tree! Can he plant it in Drabsville and bring hope and joy to a once dreary town?A colourful, rhyming story about happiness and positivity from the creative-duo behind Giraffes Can''t Dance.Giraffes Can''t Dance has been a much-loved family favourite for over 20 years, and has sold over 7 million copies worldwide.(Adapted from The Chimpanzees of Happy Town, first published in 2006.)Trade ReviewEngaging * Daily Echo *A wonderful book. * Angels and Urchins *Here's a book to cheer everyone up on a rainy day...bubbling over with life and happiness. * The Northern Echo *

    4 in stock

    £7.59

  • Giraffes Cant Dance

    Scholastic Inc. Giraffes Cant Dance

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £17.09

  • Giraffes Cant Dance

    Scholastic Inc. Giraffes Cant Dance

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Dinosaurs Galore!

    Tiger Tales Dinosaurs Galore!

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Rumble in the Jungle

    Tiger Tales Rumble in the Jungle

    7 in stock

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    7 in stock

    £9.49

  • Giraffes Cant Dance 20th Anniversary Sticker Activity Book

    Hachette Children's Group Giraffes Cant Dance 20th Anniversary Sticker Activity Book

    2 in stock

    2 in stock

    £8.88

  • Tiger Tales Commotion in the Ocean

    5 in stock

    5 in stock

    £17.09

  • Simon & Schuster Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £17.99

  • I Love You Baby

    Little, Brown Books for Young Readers I Love You Baby

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £6.99

  • Rumble in the Jungle

    Tiger Tales Rumble in the Jungle

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Commotion in the Ocean

    Tiger Tales Commotion in the Ocean

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £10.04

  • ABC Animal Jamboree

    Tiger Tales ABC Animal Jamboree

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Commotion in the Ocean

    Tiger Tales Commotion in the Ocean

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Las jirafas no pueden bailar

    Editorial Bruño Las jirafas no pueden bailar

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisTodos los años, en África, se celebra el Baile de la Selva. y a los animales les encanta bailar y hacer piruetas!Chufa quiere participar en ese famoso Baile, pero como todo el mundo sabe, las jirafas no pueden bailar! O sí.?Una historia tierna y divertida en un fabuloso álbum desplegable.

    2 in stock

    £19.95

  • Editorial Brúixola Les girafes no poden ballar

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisA l?Àfrica un cop a l?any fan el Ball de la Selva. Allà tots els animalssalten i fan tombarelles...La Groga voldria participar amb els altres animals al Ball de la Selva, però tothom sap que les girafes no poden ballar... O sí?Una història que et commourà, en una fabulosa edició tridimensional.

    2 in stock

    £19.95

  • Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs Missing

    Margaret K. McElderry Books Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs Missing

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Pants

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Pants

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis book will have you singing, dancing and waving your knickers in the air! PANTS is a picture book with a brilliant rhyming text by Giles Andreae and lots of hilarious pictures by Nick Sharratt. As we go through the book we meet lots of different animals, people and sometimes objects each wearing a different kind of pants - every shape, pattern, colour, size and style that you can think of - and lots more besides! This is a book children will ask for again and again. PANTS - which ones are your favourite?

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Brave Dave

    Scholastic Inc. Brave Dave

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £17.09

  • Disney Book Publishing Inc. I Love My Teacher

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £7.59

  • Billy Bonkers More Madness

    Hachette Children's Group Billy Bonkers More Madness

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisBilly''s back, and he''s more bonkers than ever! Turbo-charged trousers at sports day ... a monster waterskiing marathon ... even a plateful of cheesy chips can lead to mayhem in the madcap world ofBilly and the Bonkers family.

    Out of stock

    £7.22

  • Hachette Children's Books Giraffes Cant Dance

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £10.44

  • Hachette Children's Group Giraffes Cant Dance TouchandFeel Board Book

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisA touch-and-feel board book, based on bestselling picture book Giraffes Can''t Dance.With a simple, rhyming text, especially written for babies and toddlers, this adorable board book introduces favourite jungle animals. Each with a different texture to explore, from the lion''s soft mane to the hyena''s tickly paws.Meet Gerald the Giraffe''s animal friends in this adorable board book. Then buy the Giraffes Can''t Dance picture book to read their story!Trade ReviewAn inspiration. * Church Times *A wonderful, light-hearted story. * Bournemouth Daily Echo *A hit with young children since it was first published 10 years ago * Daily Express *A can-do story with lively pictures and an immensely pleasing text. * Times Educational Supplement *Brilliant use of colour, a continual sense of movement and high good humour all help to make this picture book richly enjoyable. * Carousel *A gloriously colourful and lively book with a strong message. * Sunderland Echo *Superb...a wonderfully funny book. * The Independent *Extraordinary and exuberant...a terrific tale and a positive message about celebrating difference. * Bournemouth Echo *This rhyming poem is excellent. * The Bookseller *Managed to capture the hearts of countless children. A modern classic. * Baby & Me *A fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful romp * The Daily Telegraph *A lovely rhyming picture book about understanding differences * motherandbaby.co.uk *Lovely * Lytham St Annes Express *This is a lovely story that incorporates several dance forms including waltz, tango, Scottish reel amd rock n roll. I have also used the story to introduce infant classes to Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata and had them playing along with it * SAME Magazine *Giraffes Can't Dance ... has been a bestseller for more than 15 years - and for good reason ... There's a very powerful message in there about daring to be different, and accepting others too * Irish Daily Mail *This rhyming story will delight young children and get them popping along with the rhythm * Evening Standard *

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Hachette Children's Group Every Little Hippo Can

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisFrom the creators of the internationally bestselling Giraffes Can''t Dance comes an empowering story about a little hippo who discovers that success often requires a little patience, and simply TRYING can bring its own unexpected rewards.It''s not that you CAN''T DO IT . . .. . . You just can''t do it YET.Horace the hippo and his sister Hope love going to the lake every day with their granny. But the long walk has become a little too long for Granny. So Horace and Hope make a plan to bring the lake to her instead. But little Horace can''t carry as much water as his sister, and he always comes back with an empty bucket. Can Granny help him to see that, with every little splash and spill, an even more wonderful gift is growing?An empowering new picture book about growth mindset and the ''power of yet'' from the creators of the bestselling Giraffes Can''t Dance.Giraffes Can''t Dance is a beloved

    Out of stock

    £12.34

  • Hachette Children's Group Giraffes Cant Dance 25th Anniversary Edition

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    Out of stock

    £10.22

  • Little, Brown Books for Young Readers I Love My Mommy

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Disney-Hyperion I Love My Daddy board Book

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Tiger Tales Rumble in the Jungle

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £17.55

  • Cock-a-doodle-doo! Barnyard Hullabaloo

    Tiger Tales Cock-a-doodle-doo! Barnyard Hullabaloo

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £17.09

  • Tiger Tales ABC Animal Jamboree

    15 in stock

    15 in stock

    £16.10

  • Cock-a-doodle-doo! Barnyard Hullabaloo

    Tiger Tales Cock-a-doodle-doo! Barnyard Hullabaloo

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £9.49

  • Editorial Bruo Te quiero mam

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    £23.99

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