Books by Julia Donaldson

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Book SynopsisAn Early Reader edition of the fabulous fishy adventure from thebestselling creators of THE GRUFFALO and ZOG. Every day, Tiddleris late for school, and every day he has another tall tale for histeacher. 'Tiddler is picture-book perfection.'The Independent on Sunday

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Book SynopsisA delightful phonics story by Julia Donaldson, the best-selling author of The Gruffalo. The structured Songbird Phonics programme enables quick progression in learning all 44 grapheme-phoneme correspondences. This book is also available in the More Songbirds Level 2 pack of all 6 titles or in the More Songbirds Level 2 class pack of 36.Trade ReviewSongbirds was an instant choice to support early reading in our school. Their colourful illustrations and variety of characters provide just the motivation our children needed. Julia Donaldson is a celebrated author who the children enjoy so an all-round must. Worth every penny. * Literacy co-ordinator, Lydlynch Primary School, Hants. *

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Book SynopsisTim visits Mr Chan''s shop in This and That. Level 2 Songbirds Phonics books focus on matching one sound to one letter or more than one letter, for example th as in that. The focus phonics in this book are sh ch th.Oxford Reading Tree Songbirds Phonics are highly decodable, beautifully illustrated stories written by best-selling author Julia Donaldson. The series contains a variety of storylines, rhyme, rhythm and genre ensuring there is something for every child to enjoy. The rich, patterned language in the stories is decodable making them perfect for children to practise their phonics. Songbirds Phonics can be used as a complete phonics programme, or the individual books can be used for phonics practice alongside any other phonics programme.Each book contains inside cover notes to support parents/carers with their children''s phonics practice and comprehension.

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Book SynopsisBob Bug is sick so Mum rings a doctor in Doctor Duck. Songbirds Phonics are stories written by Julia Donaldson. The rich, patterned language is decodable making them perfect for phonics teaching and practice. Level 2 Songbirds Phonics books focus on matching one sound to one letter or more than one letter, e.g. th as in that.

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Book SynopsisFind out about the funny things going on in the round house in The Upside-down Browns. Level 5 Songbirds Phonics books focus on different spelling patterns for the long vowel sounds oo as in moon, oo as in good, ow as in down, oi as in coin and soft c as in dice. The focus phonics in this book are ow as in down.Oxford Reading Tree Songbirds Phonics are highly decodable, beautifully illustrated stories written by best-selling author Julia Donaldson. The series contains a variety of storylines, rhyme, rhythm and genre ensuring there is something for every child to enjoy. The rich, patterned language in the stories is decodable making them perfect for children to practise their phonics. Songbirds Phonics can be used as a complete phonics programme, or the individual books can be used for phonics practice alongside any other phonics programme.Each book contains inside cover notes to support parents/carers with their children''s phonics practice and comprehension.

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Book SynopsisHow can Mrs Green feed her cat in No Milk Today? Level 5 Songbirds Phonics books focus on different spelling patterns for the long vowel sounds oo as in moon, oo as in good, ow as in down, oi as in coin and soft c as in dice. The focus phonics in this book are oo as in moon, oo as in good, ow as in down and oi as in coin.Oxford Reading Tree Songbirds Phonics are highly decodable, beautifully illustrated stories written by best-selling author Julia Donaldson. The series contains a variety of storylines, rhyme, rhythm and genre ensuring there is something for every child to enjoy. The rich, patterned language in the stories is decodable making them perfect for children to practise their phonics. Songbirds Phonics can be used as a complete phonics programme, or the individual books can be used for phonics practice alongside any other phonics programme.Each book contains inside cover notes to support parents/carers with their children''s phonics practice and comprehension.

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Book SynopsisHave fun with the Gruffalo and friends with this brilliant gift box, packed full of things to read, sing and do the perfect Christmas gift!- enjoy the classic picture book The Gruffalo- get creative with a fun colouring book- sing along with The Gruffalo and Friends Song BookThis great value gift box includes three books, plus a height chart so you can see if you''re as tall as George the giant from The Smartest Giant in Town, and a door hanger showing all your favourite farm animals from A Squash and a Squeeze!The Gruffalo and Friends Gift Box is the perfect present for fans of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler''s bestselling picture books.

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Book SynopsisImaginative, humorous plays presented by celebrated children’s author Julia Donaldson and part of Bug Club – the reading scheme loved by kids across the UK.

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Book SynopsisDeveloped withJulia Donaldson, this title is part of the Plays to Read series for KS1. Perfect for both guided and independent reading Beautiful illustrations and unforgettable characters to keep wandering minds engaged Available as an interactive eBook - kids pick the part they want to play and the others are read back to them

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the joy of books with a special book and CD edition of the entertaining Charlie Cook's Favourite Book, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. Charlie Cook is reading a book about a pirate captain, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading about a knight, who is reading about a frog . . . From kings and queens to aliens and ghosts, there's something for everyone in Charlie's amazing book of adventure! Charlie Cook's Favourite Book Book and CD Pack features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and finish, and a story CD read aloud by actress Imelda Staunton, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans - big and small!Also available with redesigned covers are The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Tow

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Book SynopsisTabby McTat loves singing along with Fred the busker, as people throwcoins in their hat. But when Fred has an accident, the two areseparated. Will they ever find each other again?Tabby McTat's story is now available in sturdy board book format,perfect for Tabby McTat's youngest fans.

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Book SynopsisFrom the creators behind The Gruffalo is a delightful tale of adventure and friendship with Julia Donaldson's trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler's brilliant, characterful illustrations—a perfect gift for any special occasionWhen a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands. It's a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before. But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be able to save her new friend?

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling story is now available is now available in a gorgeousgift book format. The Highway Rat rides along the highway stealingall the travellers' food. But a crafty duck and her mysterioussister soon put an end to his crooked ways!

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Book SynopsisCelebrate fifteen years of embracing differences with this shiny special anniversary edition of Tyrannosaurus Drip featuring brand new bonus material. Everyone knows that tyrannosauruses are supposed to be big and scary, so when a placid duckbill dinosaur's egg ends up in the wrong nest, confusion is sure to ensue! When the baby dinosaur hatches out, he's so out of place that his grisly big sisters call him Tyrannosaurus Drip. Poor little Drip: all he wants is a quiet life munching on water weed . . .From the stellar partnership of Julia Donaldson and David Roberts, this fantastic rhyming adventure story has plenty of humour and is perfect for young dinosaur fans everywhere!

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Book SynopsisA warm tale about a friendly giant whose heart is better than his dress sense!

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Book SynopsisJoin in the fun at this delicious dinner party, where good manners aren't on the menu!Duck won't eat his carrots. Moth's eating the cloth, and Sheep would rather sleep than wash the dishes. Thank goodness some of the animals know how to behave. Even the smallest toddler will enjoy the wonderfully silly animal antics in this book - you've never been to a dinner party like it!Trademark Julia Donaldson rhymes and rhythms are perfect to read aloud, and Nick Sharratt's mischievous and funny illustrations make the bright and playful Chocolate Mousse For Greedy Goose a sure winner. Just right for toddlers!Look out for: Hippo Has a Hat, Animal Music, Toddle Waddle and Goat Goes to Playgroup.Trade ReviewSharratt's trademark illustrations are bound to captivate readers. * Junior *

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Book SynopsisThe Room on the Broom Cookbook is jam-packed with spellbindingly delicious treats, healthy snacks and simple meals – all inspired by the bestselling picture book Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Make your own cheese wands, creepy crawly crackers, roasted dragon or even witch and chips. With twenty-three recipes specially designed for adults to use with children, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and lots of hints and tips on what to do next, The Room on the Broom Cookbook is a great way to inspire an interest in cooking and baking.Treat your friends with homemade fruity magic potion smoothies, bake some delicious party treats and wow everyone with the showstopping horrible beast cake. Packed full of magical recipes, this cookbook is perfect for holidays, rainy days or celebrating Room on the Broom day with a Halloween party!Table of ContentsChapter - 1: How to Use This Book: Guidelines for Grown-Ups Chapter - 2: Hints and Tips to Read Together Section - 2: Fruity Frogs and Other Breakfasts Chapter - 3: Fruity Frogs Chapter - 4: Full Moon Pancakes Chapter - 5: Eggy Owls Chapter - 6: Magic Potion Chapter - 7: As Green As Can Be Omelette Chapter - 8: Blow-away Bows Section - 3: Cheese Wands and Other Snacks Chapter - 9: Cauldron Rolls Chapter - 10: Cheese Wands Chapter - 11: Windy Day Salad Chapter - 12: Creepy Crawly Crackers Chapter - 13: Ginger Plait Loaf Chapter - 14: Pinecones Section - 4: Witch and Chips and Other Meals Chapter - 15: Fiery Dragon Pasta Chapter - 16: Witch and Chips Chapter - 17: Bog Balls Chapter - 18: Roasted Dragon Chapter - 19: As Keen As Can Be Pizza Section - 5: Shortbread Stars and Other Treats Chapter - 20: Purple Pudding Chapter - 21: Birds' Nests Chapter - 22: Tasty Toadstools Chapter - 23: Shortbread Stars Chapter - 24: Horrible Beast Cake

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Book SynopsisPoor little monkey! He's lost his mum. Luckily butterfly is nearby to help him find her . . .

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Book SynopsisImaginative, humorous plays presented by celebrated children’s author Julia Donaldson and part of Bug Club – the reading scheme loved by kids across the UK.

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Book SynopsisAs well as being the UK's most successful picture book author, Julia Donaldson is a gifted songwriter for children. A Treasury of Songs contains over twenty of her songs, including fun-filled action rhymes, Aesop's fables, and songs based on Julia Donaldson's best-loved picture books, including Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Stick Man, and The Gruffalo. This beautifully produced songbook treasury is illustrated throughout with Axel Scheffler's warm and wonderful artwork, and comes with a CD of all the songs performed by Julia herself, which will be familiar to anyone who has heard them on TV or radio or enjoyed one of Julia's live performances.Now in paperback with a thick, foiled cover The Treasury of Songs: Book and CD Pack will become a firm favourite on every child's shelf.

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Book SynopsisPacked full of everyone's favourite farm animals, and with a large flap to lift on every page, Who's on the Farm? is perfect for fans of the What the Ladybird Heard series.Who can you find down on the farm? Lanky Len and Hefty Hugh have fallen into a heap of muck (yuk!) and the hairy hog is behind a haystack, but who could that be hiding behind a leaf? Might it be a certain ladybird . . .Based on Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks' bestselling picture book, What the Ladybird Heard and What the Ladybird Heard Next, preschool children will love lifting the large card flaps to find all their favourite characters. With bright and colourful illustrations and a flap to lift on every page, this interactive board book is packed full of favourite farm animals and is perfect for little fingers!Collect more What the Ladybird Heard lift-the-flap books: Who's at the Zoo?Trade ReviewA terrific and witty adventure (on What the Ladybird Heard) * Guardian *"A superb book to read aloud" -- Daily Mail"Both ingenious and delightfully silly" -- Financial Times

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling creators of Room on the Broom, a tale of dragons, princesses, and defying expectations!What do dragons learn at Madam Dragon''s school?How to fly. . .How to roar. . .How to breathe fire!Zog is the most eager student in the class, but he''s also the most accident-prone. With each test (and each bump, bruise, or scrape), his dream of earning a gold star seems farther away than ever.But a mysterious girl keeps coming to his rescue. And when Zog faces his toughest test yet, she may be just the person to help Zog win classroom glory!The beloved creators of Room on the Broom, The Gruffalo, and The Snail and the Whale are back with this tale of an unexpected hero who''s good as gold.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the UGLY FIVE with this fantastic new activity book basedon the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Packed with over 400 stickers, colouring-in pages, dot-to-dots, puzzles,spot the difference, mazes, simple word searches, there'splenty to keep little hands busy for hours.

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Book SynopsisWith a focus on building phonics skills, this collection includes seven fun stories with colourful illustrations. It is ideal for children who are growing in reading confidence. Find out what Spike has to say, why Nasim is an unusual kind of knight and what happens to the snake and the drake. Tips for reading together explain the letter patterns that each story focuses on and identify any words children may find tricky, helping you to get the most out of the collection.Former Children''s Laureate and author of The Gruffalo, Julia Donaldson, has captivated children all over the world with her lively and engaging stories. Songbirds is a phonics programme carefully created by Julia to support children who are learning to read and is used in schools to inspire a love of reading. There are eight Songbirds story collections for you to enjoy.Featuring much-loved characters, great authors, engaging storylines and fun activities, Read with Oxford offers an exciting range of carefully levelled r

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Book Synopsisdelightful phonics story by Julia Donaldson, the best-selling author of The Gruffalo. The structured Songbird Phonics programme enables quick progression in learning all 44 grapheme-phoneme correspondences. This book is also available in the More Songbirds Level 1+ pack of all 6 titles or in the More Songbirds Level 1+ class pack of 36.Trade ReviewSongbirds was an instant choice to support early reading in our school. Their colourful illustrations and variety of characters provide just the motivation our children needed. Julia Donaldson is a celebrated author who the children enjoy so an all-round must. Worth every penny. * Literacy co-ordinator, Lydlynch Primary School, Hants *

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Book SynopsisWritten by award-winning author Julia Donaldson, Songbirds Phonics are highly decodable, beautifully illustrated real stories. In Cat Naps, Top Cat is feeling sleepy. The Level 1+ More Songbirds books consolidate phonics introduced to beginner readers in Songbirds Levels 1+, matching a sound to one letter: for example, ''o'' as in ''dog.'' The invaluable inside cover notes enable parents/carers and teaching assistants to support children''s word recognition and comprehension. Also available: More Songbirds Level 1+ Pack of 6 More Songbirds Level 1+ Class Pack of 36 Level 1+-2 eSongbirds Phonics CD-ROM, featuring e-versions of much-loved Songbirds stories for your interactive whiteboard, with audio activities and animations for consolidation and reinforcement.Trade ReviewSongbirds was an instant choice to support early reading in our school. Their colourful illustrations and variety of characters provide just the motivation our children needed. Julia Donaldson is a celebrated author who the children enjoy so an all-round must. Worth every penny. * Literacy co-ordinator, Lydlynch Primary School, Hants. *

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Book SynopsisA delightful phonics story by Julia Donaldson, the best-selling author of The Gruffalo. The structured Songbird Phonics programme enables quick progression in learning all 44 grapheme-phoneme correspondences. This book is also available in the More Songbirds Level 1+ pack of all 6 titles or in the More Songbirds Level 1+ class pack of 36.Trade ReviewSongbirds was an instant choice to support early reading in our school. Their colourful illustrations and variety of characters provide just the motivation our children needed. Julia Donaldson is a celebrated author who the children enjoy so an all-round must. Worth every penny. * Literacy co-ordinator, Lydlynch Primary School, Hants. *

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Book SynopsisWritten by award-winning author Julia Donaldson, Songbirds Phonics are highly decodable, beautifully illustrated real stories. In Pen Fun, Jez has a present for all his friends.The Level 1+ More Songbirds books consolidate phonics introduced to beginner readers in Songbirds Level 1+, matching a sound to one letter: for example, ''o'' as in ''dog.'' The invaluable inside cover notes enable parents/carers and teaching assistants to support children''s word recognition and comprehension. Also available: More Songbirds Level 1+ Pack of 6 More Songbirds Level 1+ Class Pack of 36 Level 1+-2 eSongbirds Phonics CD-ROM, featuring e-versions of much-loved Songbirds stories for your interactive whiteboard, with audio activities and animations for consolidation and reinforcement.Trade ReviewSongbirds was an instant choice to support early reading in our school. Their colourful illustrations and variety of characters provide just the motivation our children needed. Julia Donaldson is a celebrated author who the children enjoy so an all-round must. Worth every penny. * Literacy co-ordinator, Lydlynch Primary School, Hants. *

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Book SynopsisWhat is a zog? Find out in The Odd Pet. Level 2 Songbirds Phonics books focus on matching one sound to one letter or more than one letter, for example th as in that. The focus phonics in this book are v y z j n k e r l d b f h i u s m c t g p a o.Oxford Reading Tree Songbirds Phonics are highly decodable, beautifully illustrated stories written by best-selling author Julia Donaldson. The series contains a variety of storylines, rhyme, rhythm and genre ensuring there is something for every child to enjoy. The rich, patterned language in the stories is decodable making them perfect for children to practise their phonics. Songbirds Phonics can be used as a complete phonics programme, or the individual books can be used for phonics practice alongside any other phonics programme.Each book contains inside cover notes to support parents/carers with their children''s phonics practice and comprehension.

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Book SynopsisBill is in a mess in Miss! Miss!. Level 2 Songbirds Phonics books focus on matching one sound to one letter or more than one letter, for example th as in that. The focus phonics in this book are ll ss ff zz.Oxford Reading Tree Songbirds Phonics are highly decodable, beautifully illustrated stories written by best-selling author Julia Donaldson. The series contains a variety of storylines, rhyme, rhythm and genre ensuring there is something for every child to enjoy. The rich, patterned language in the stories is decodable making them perfect for children to practise their phonics. Songbirds Phonics can be used as a complete phonics programme, or the individual books can be used for phonics practice alongside any other phonics programme.Each book contains inside cover notes to support parents/carers with their children''s phonics practice and comprehension.

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Book SynopsisRon Rabbit is fed up with his job at the fish and chip shop in Fish and Chips. Level 2 Songbirds Phonics books focus on matching one sound to one letter or more than one letter, for example th as in that. The focus phonics in this book are sh ch th wh.Oxford Reading Tree Songbirds Phonics are highly decodable, beautifully illustrated stories written by best-selling author Julia Donaldson. The series contains a variety of storylines, rhyme, rhythm and genre ensuring there is something for every child to enjoy. The rich, patterned language in the stories is decodable making them perfect for children to practise their phonics. Songbirds Phonics can be used as a complete phonics programme, or the individual books can be used for phonics practice alongside any other phonics programme.Each book contains inside cover notes to support parents/carers with their children''s phonics practice and comprehension.

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Book SynopsisA delightful phonics story by Julia Donaldson, the best-selling author of The Gruffalo. The structured Songbird Phonics programme enables quick progression in learning all 44 grapheme-phoneme correspondences. This book is also available in the More Songbirds Level 3 pack of all 6 titles or in the More Songbirds Level 3 class pack of 36.Trade ReviewSongbirds was an instant choice to support early reading in our school. Their colourful illustrations and variety of characters provide just the motivation our children needed. Julia Donaldson is a celebrated author who the children enjoy so an all-round must. Worth every penny. * Literacy co-ordinator, Lydlynch Primary School, Hants *

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Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson has written some of the world's best-loved children's books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, which together have sold over 17 million copies worldwide, and the hugely successful What the Ladybird Heard adventures. Julia also writes fiction, including the Princess Mirror-Belle books illustrated by Lydia Monks, as well as poems, plays and songs and her brilliant live shows are always in demand. She was Children's Laureate 2011-13 and has been honoured with a CBE for Services to Literature. Julia and her husband Malcolm divide their time between West Sussex and Edinburgh.Nick Sharratt is one of today's best-loved children's illustrators with close to 250 books to his name and a Nestle Gold Medal-win under his belt. His collaborations with Julia Donaldson include Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose, Goat Goes to Playgroup and Animal Music. In addition to his picture booksTrade ReviewJokes aplenty. * Guardian *A clear winner. * Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisImaginative, humorous plays presented by celebrated children’s author Julia Donaldson and part of Bug Club – the reading scheme loved by kids across the UK.

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Book SynopsisPacked with make and do activities and over 200 stickers, The Singing Mermaid Make and Do Book is a great gift for any child – ideal for rainy days and holidays.Tempted by the promise of fame and fortune, the Singing Mermaid joins a circus. The crowds love her, but the poor mermaid is kept in a tank by the wicked circus owner Sam Sly, and she soon longs to return to the freedom of her ocean home. Join the mermaid's adventures and find out how to make a shimmering mermaid crown, a circus tent theatre, and a sparkling ocean in a jam jar.Based on the bestselling picture book The Singing Mermaid by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks.

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Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson is the outrageously talented, prize-winning author of some of the world's best-loved children's books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, which together have sold over 17 million copies worldwide, and the hugely successful What the Ladybird Heard adventures. Julia also writes fiction, including the Princess Mirror-Belle books illustrated by Lydia Monks, as well as poems, plays and songs and her brilliant live shows are always in demand. She was Children's Laureate 2011-13 and has been honoured with a CBE for Services to Literature. Julia and her husband Malcolm divide their time between West Sussex and Edinburgh.Lydia Monks is one of the most original and bestselling picture book artists working today. Lydia illustrates several bestselling series including the What the Ladybird Heard adventures and Princess Mirror-Belle, written by Julia Donaldson. Her distinctive use of colour and collage has won he

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Book SynopsisPacked with sticker scenes, puzzles, games and over 400 stickers, The Rhyming Rabbit Sticker Book is perfect for Easter, school holidays, birthdays and rainy days – a great gift for any child.Join the rabbit with a talent for rhyme and his animal friends in this fun sticker activity book, based on the bestselling picture book, The Rhyming Rabbit by stellar picture-book partnership Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard.Collect other sticker books from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: What the Ladybird Heard Sticker Book, Sugarlump and the Unicorn Sticker Book and The Singing Mermaid Sticker Book.

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Book SynopsisA clever and funny ode to reading and books from the creators of The Gruffalo.Charlie Cook has a favorite book. It's about a pirate, who also has a favorite book . . . about Goldilocks, who also has a favorite book . . . about a knight, who also has a favorite book. . . . This hilarious pattern continues throughout the story, right to the surprising conclusion. Told in rollicking rhyme, this tale is sure to please the read-aloud crowd.

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Book SynopsisFrom two bestselling and awardwinning creators comes a magical, lyrical celebration of babies' first experiences - now as a beautiful board book. From the comfort of home to the adventure of the great outdoors, from family to first encounters with nature, Welcome to the World revels in the joy that comes with sharing this new world with children, and seeing it through their eyes. A perfect read-aloud story for sharing from Julia Donaldson and Helen Oxenbury.

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