Books by James Dean

Portrait of James Dean

James Dean is best known as the creative force behind the beloved Pete the Cat series, bringing warmth, humour, and a touch of gentle mischief to every page. Originally a self-taught artist, Dean transformed his passion for painting into a storytelling career that has captured the imaginations of children and parents alike. His vibrant illustrations and simple, reassuring narratives celebrate curiosity, friendship, and the joy of everyday life.

Beyond his iconic blue cat, Dean continues to inspire young readers through his playful artistry and positive outlook. Each new title reflects his belief that learning can be fun and that creativity should always be encouraged. His books are perfect for early readers who love colourful characters, catchy rhythms, and tales that remind them to keep smiling, no matter what comes their way.

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  • Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana

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    Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings readers along for a hilarious ride with Pete the Cat!Pete the Cat bites into a bad banana and decides that he never, ever wants to eat another banana again. But Pete really likes bananas! Will a rotten bite ruin Pete''s love for this tasty fruit?Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana is a My First I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for shared reading with a child.  

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cats Train Trip

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats Train Trip

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    Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean brings young readers along on a groovy train ride with Pete the Cat! Pete can''t wait to visit Grandma, especially because he gets to take a train ride to see her! The conductor gives Pete a tour of the train, and Pete gets to see the engine and honk the horn. Pete even makes new friends and plays games on board. What a cool ride!Pete the Cat''s Train Trip is a My First I Can Read Book, which means it''s perfect for shared reading with a child. Fans of Pete the Cat will delight as Pete takes the grooviest train trip in this hilarious I Can Read adventure. 

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cat The Petes Go Marching

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat The Petes Go Marching

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    Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestseller James Dean puts a groovy spin to the classic children’s song “The Ants Go Marching with everyone''s favorite cool cat. Join Pete the Cat as he rocks out to this classic tune with a supercool twist in this paper-over-board picture book.Your child, or even your classroom of children, is sure to want to march along with Pete, 1, 2, 3! 

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    £999.99

  • HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Five Little Pumpkins

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    Book SynopsisAuthor and artist James Dean brings us a groovy rendition of the classic favorite children’s song “Five Little Pumpkins,” sung by cool cat Pete and perfect for Halloween. A New York Times bestselling favorite!Pete the Cat: Five Little Pumpkins is in a sturdy paper-over-board format and filled with vibrant, engaging illustrations for even the youngest of Pete fans.Young Halloween fans will enjoy chanting along with Pete:Five little pumpkinsSitting on a gate. The first one said, Oh my, it’s getting late.

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cats SingAlong Story Collection

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats SingAlong Story Collection

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    7 in stock

    £19.99

  • Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Bedtime Blues

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    3 in stock

    £17.09

  • Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes

    5 in stock

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    5 in stock

    £19.89

  • Pete the Cat The Wheels on the Bus Board Book

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat The Wheels on the Bus Board Book

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisPete the Cat leads kids back to school with this fun version of the classic song.Pete the Cat can''t wait to take the school bus all the way to school! Everyone''s favorite cat is groovier than ever in this way-cool adaptation of the classic kids'' song The Wheels on the Bus.The kitties on the bus say, Come on, Pete! Come on, Pete! The kitties on the bus say, Conme on, Pete! Hop on board!New York Times bestselling artist and author James Dean adds a groovy vibe to his cool adaptation of The Wheels on the Bus with Pete the Cat. Hop on board with Pete and his friends as they sing the classic school bus tune. Fans of Pete the Cat will love singing along with Pete in this groovy rendition of this favorite children''s song.Now in sturdy board book format, perfect for little hands!

    3 in stock

    £11.13

  • Pete The Cat

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete The Cat

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cat Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Board

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Board

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £11.09

  • Pete The Cat

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete The Cat

    5 in stock

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    5 in stock

    £17.09

  • Pete The Cat And The Surprise Teacher

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete The Cat And The Surprise Teacher

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £16.14

  • Pete The Cat And The Tiptop Tree House

    HarperCollins Pete The Cat And The Tiptop Tree House

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £16.14

  • Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £16.65

  • Pete the Cat Go Pete Go

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Go Pete Go

    Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author-artist James Dean brings us a new Pete the Cat adventure, a special reimagining of “The Tortoise and the Hare” as a race between Pete and Turtle, in Pete the Cat: Go, Pete, Go! Ding, ding.

    £7.91

  • Pete the Cat Firefighter Pete

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Firefighter Pete

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    Book SynopsisLooking for a fun sticker book to go with such favorites as First 100 Stickers: Trucks and Things That Go? It''s Pete the Cat to the rescue! This fun 8x8 storybook includes over 30 groovy stickers.This sticker book starring the ever-popular Pete the Cat will keep your junior firefighter entertained!In Pete the Cat: Firefighter Pete from New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean, Pete and his classmates are excited about their field trip to the firehouse. They get to slide down the pole, meet all the brave firefighters, and even try on their helmets and gear.But when the alarm goes off, it''s time for Pete to jump on the fire truck, grab the hose, and help the firefighters save the day!

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    £8.56

  • HarperCollins Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cats Groovy Guide to Love A Valentines

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats Groovy Guide to Love A Valentines

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £12.34

  • Pete the Kitty I Love Pete the Kitty

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty I Love Pete the Kitty

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisBrand new from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator, James Dean, comes a cool young cat, Pete the Kitty! In this all-new board book #1, join Pete the Cat as a kitty and discover everything that makes this kitten purr.

    4 in stock

    £10.81

  • Pete The Cat And The Lost Tooth

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete The Cat And The Lost Tooth

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar

    Book SynopsisPete the Cat meets a super-cool caterpillar in the first Pete the Cat Level 1 I Can Read tale from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator James Dean.Pete thinks he found a new best friend. But when his caterpillar goes missing, Pete has to find out what happened to his new friend. Pete is in for one wild surprise at the end!Pete the Cat and the Cool Caterpillar is a Level I Can Read book, complete with original illustrations from the creator of Pete the Cat, James Dean, and is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.

    £16.14

  • Pete the Cat Goes Camping

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Goes Camping

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Kitty and Baby Animals Pete the Cat

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty and Baby Animals Pete the Cat

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis groovy series from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator James Dean introduces Pete the Cat before he was Pete the Cat...when he was little Pete the Kitty!Oh no!

    2 in stock

    £12.47

  • Pete the Kitty and the Groovy Playdate Pete the

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty and the Groovy Playdate Pete the

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis groovy series from New York Times bestselling team James and Kimberly Dean introduces Pete the Cat before he was Pete the Cat...when he was little Pete the Kitty! Pete the Kitty is super excited to visit his friend Grumpy Toad’s house for a playdate!

    1 in stock

    £18.14

  • Pete the Cat Treasury Five Groovy Stories

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Treasury Five Groovy Stories

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    £999.99

  • Time for Bed Pete the Kitty A Touch  Feel Book

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Time for Bed Pete the Kitty A Touch Feel Book

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    3 in stock

    £9.99

  • Pete the Kitty and the Case of the Hiccups

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty and the Case of the Hiccups

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    Book SynopsisBeginning readers will laugh and easily relate to Pete the Kitty and his search for the perfect remedy for his hiccups!Pete gets a case of the hiccups, and he doesn’t know what to do. He decides to ask his wisest friends for help, like Grumpy Toad, Callie, and Bob. But Pete is still stuck with the hiccups. Will Pete the Kitty ever get rid of his terrible hiccups?This My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it''s perfect for shared reading with emergent readers. The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.This is the very first Pete the Kitty I Can Read favorite from New York Times bestselling Pete the Cat author-artist James Dean!

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    £7.91

  • Pete the Kitty and the Case of the Hiccups

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty and the Case of the Hiccups

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisBeginning readers will laugh and easily relate to Pete the Kitty and his search for the perfect remedy for his hiccups!Pete gets a case of the hiccups, and he doesn’t know what to do. He decides to ask his wisest friends for help, like Grumpy Toad, Callie, and Bob. But Pete is still stuck with the hiccups. Will Pete the Kitty ever get rid of his terrible hiccups?This My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it''s perfect for shared reading with emergent readers. The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.This is the very first Pete the Kitty I Can Read favorite from New York Times bestselling Pete the Cat author-artist James Dean!

    3 in stock

    £16.14

  • Pete the Cat Five Little Bunnies An Easter And

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Five Little Bunnies An Easter And

    7 in stock

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    7 in stock

    £13.16

  • Pete the Kittys Cozy Christmas Touch  Feel Board

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kittys Cozy Christmas Touch Feel Board

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    Book SynopsisA fun Christmas present for the youngest Pete fans!Pete the Kitty helps his mom decorate the Christmas tree, he enjoys a cup of hot cocoa outside, and even meets an unexpected jolly visitor at the end!Toddlers will love celebrating Christmas with Pete the Kitty.

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Kitty Goes to the Doctor

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty Goes to the Doctor

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Kitty Goes to the Doctor

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty Goes to the Doctor

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    Book SynopsisOh no! Pete the Kitty has a tummy ache. Good thing his dad knows just what to do. It’s time to go to the doctor!Except Pete may be a teensy-weensy bit nervous about his first visit to the doctor. With the help of his dad, Pete discovers the doctor isn’t scary.Beginning readers will easily relate to Pete the Kitty as he overcomes his fear of going to the doctor''s office.This My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it''s perfect for shared reading with emergent readers. The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.From New York Times bestselling author/illustrator team Kimberly and James Dean, it''s everyone’s favorite kitty, Pete the Kitty!

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cats Family Road Trip

    HarperCollins Pete the Cats Family Road Trip

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    £999.99

  • HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats Happy Halloween

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    Book SynopsisWith eight fun tabs to pull, kids will love seeing Pete and his buddies' spooky fun Halloween costumes! In this sturdy tabbed board book from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean, Pete the Cat is almost ready for the Halloween parade.

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Kitty and the Unicorns Missing Colors

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty and the Unicorns Missing Colors

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA magical unicorn adventure from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean!Pete the Kitty''s friend Stevie the unicorn somehow lost all the colors in her rainbow tail. It’s a good thing Pete has his magical paintbrush to help out. Together, they search for the missing colors of the rainbow.Young unicorn fans will love Pete''s enchanting adventure in this My First I Can Read story, complete with original illustrations from the creator of Pete the Cat, James Dean.My First I Can Read books are perfect for shared reading with a child. Books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. The active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.

    1 in stock

    £17.09

  • Pete the Cat Falling for Autumn A Fall Book for

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Falling for Autumn A Fall Book for

    Book SynopsisBut when he discovers corn mazes, hay rides, and apple picking, Pete realizes there's so much to enjoy and be thankful for about autumn.Pete the Cat: Falling for Autumn includes 12 Thanksgiving cards, a fold-out poster, and fun stickers!

    £11.69

  • Pete the Cat Super Pete

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Super Pete

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean, Pete the Cat becomes...Super Pete! We all need a superhero Pete in our life.When there''s trouble in town, it’s up to Pete the Cat''s alter ego, Super Pete, to save the day! With his cool jet, nifty goggles, and slick slingshot, Super Pete is ready to take down any bad guys.Pete the Cat: Super Pete is a Level 1 I Can Read book, which means it''s perfect for shared reading with a child and any heroes-in-training.

    2 in stock

    £16.14

  • Pete the Cat Three Bite Rule

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Three Bite Rule

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisPete shows Grumpy trying something new can be supercool and groovy with the “Three Bite Rule.”This brand-new Pete the Cat picture book retells groovy moments from the show and includes a coloring poster!

    2 in stock

    £15.57

  • I Love Snow I Can Read 5Book Box Set

    HarperCollins I Love Snow I Can Read 5Book Box Set

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cat Storybook Favorites Includes 7

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Storybook Favorites Includes 7

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    Book SynopsisWhether he’s building a robot, sharing a giant sandwich, or learning to surf, Pete is always ready to make a good day great!With seven great stories in a vibrant and durable paper-over-board format, Pete the Cat Storybook Favorites is perfect for young fans of the most awesome cat around—Pete.

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cats Groovy Guide to Kindness

    HarperCollins Pete the Cats Groovy Guide to Kindness

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Kitty Ready Set GoCart

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty Ready Set GoCart

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    Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author/illustrator team Kimberly and James Dean comes a new I Can Read story featuring everyone’s favorite kitty, Pete the Kitty! Pete the Kitty is excited to build his very own go-cart. But things don’t go as planned. Turns out, his go-cart is missing a few important things. Thankfully, Bob and Gus are there to help Pete out! Beginning readers will love reading about Pete the Kitty’s fun go-cart adventure! My First I Can Read books are perfect for shared reading with a child.This My First I Can Read book is an excellent choice to share at home or in the classroom, in particular for children ages 3 to 5. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cat Rocking Field Day

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Rocking Field Day

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    Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team Kimberly and James Dean comes a brand new I Can Read book in which Pete and his friends compete in Field Day!Ready, set, groove! It’s field day and Pete is excited for a day filled with fun activities, like the water-balloon toss, three-legged race, an obstacle course, and tug-of-war! Join Pete the Cat and his friends Callie, Grumpy Toad, and Gus as they compete for a medal on field day!Pete the Cat: Rocking Field Day is a Guided Reading Level J and a Level One I Can Read, which means it’s perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Cat Making New Friends

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Making New Friends

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    Book SynopsisPete the Cat makes his I Can Read Comics debut! From New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team James and Kimberly Dean comes the very first I Can Read Comics Level One book in the Pete the Cat series! In Pete the Cat: Making New Friends, Secret Agent Meow, also known as Pete the Cat, is ready to crack the case! Join Pete and Squirrel as they go on a mission to make new friends. Pete the Cat: Making New Friends is a Level One I Can Read Comic, which means it will introduce children into the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourage visual literacy in emerging readers.

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    £999.99

  • Pete the Kitty Wash Your Hands

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Kitty Wash Your Hands

    5 in stock

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    5 in stock

    £7.83

  • Pete the Cats Not So Groovy Day

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cats Not So Groovy Day

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisPete the Cat searches for the bright spots during a not so groovy day in this Level 1 I Can Read from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean!Pete the Cat is having a bad day: his best shirt is dirty, he left his crayons at home, and he’s late for school. What will it take for Pete to turn his not so groovy day into a cool one after all?Find out in this Level I Can Read book complete with original illustrations from the creators of Pete the Cat, Kimberly and James Dean. Pete the Cat’s Not So Groovy Day is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.

    2 in stock

    £16.14

  • Pete the Cat and the Sprinkle Stealer

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Sprinkle Stealer

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team James and Kimberly Dean comes the next I Can Read Comics book in the Pete the Cat series! In Pete the Cat and the Sprinkle Stealer, Secret Agent Meow (also known as Pete the Cat) is ready to crack another case: a cat burglary hits too close to home when someone steals Pete’s parents’ secret recipe for rainbow sprinkle cookies!Pete the Cat and the Sprinkle Stealer is a Level One I Can Read Comic, which means it will introduce children into the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourage visual literacy in emerging readers.

    2 in stock

    £16.14

  • Pete the Kittys Outdoor Art Project My First I

    HarperCollins Pete the Kittys Outdoor Art Project My First I

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA simple yet cohesive story with the ­vibrant and appealing illustrations readers have come to expect from the franchise. A recommended purchase for all early reader collections. — School Library Journal

    15 in stock

    £7.91

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