Children’s picture books
The Emma Press I want a little puppy dog
Book SynopsisThis man wants a dog and will stop at nothing to get it! Beautifully illustrated with embroidery.Part of the second batch of Bicki-Books, a collectible series of postcard-sized picture books which each feature a classic Latvian poem. Suitable for children aged 3+.
£999.99
Cassava Republic Press Princess Arabella At the Museum
Book SynopsisPrincess Arabella and her friends go to the museum. There are works of different artists exhibited: some are big and others are small. In some works you can lose yourself and others make you smile. Then the children want to go home. Why? Because they want to make their own work of art! Featured artists include Kehinde Wiley, Yayoi Kusama, Grayson Perry, Yayoi Kusama and Marlene Dumas.Trade ReviewArt appreciation from the lens of royal Black childhood—beautiful!In Freeman’s latest Princess Arabella book, this young Black princess gives her royal friends a tour of her very own museum. Unlike the Louvre, Princess Arabella’s museum seems to attract more children than adults, features many hands-on exhibits, and displays art that relates to the princess’s family. Portraits of Princess Arabella and her mother attract the attention of her regal friends because both have blue faces. Princess Ling calls this “strange” while Prince Jonas declares it “magnificent.” Princess Naomi says she recognizes Arabella as the subject of these portraits, regardless of skin color. The Worhol-esque endpapers even foreshadow this conversation, depicting Arabella with blue, red, pink, green, purple, and orange skin. And indeed, the wonderfully stylized images of Princess Arabella’s unique hairdo, which Freeman creates with increasingly smaller unconnected circles that give the essence of five pigtails, make her unmistakable. Other museum exhibits include huge, colorful dotted pumpkins like Yayoi Kusama’s, a giant spider that recalls Louise Bourgeois’ Maman, one dog inspired by Jeff Koons and another by Keith Haring, and a portrait of her parents reminiscent of Kehinde Wiley’s portraits of the Obamas. Docent Arabella, wearing her Mondrian-inspired dress, concludes the gathering with tasty treats and enjoys the children’s excitement for making their own amazing artwork. Like the other Princess Arabella books, this one features a cast of multicultural characters from different, though unspecified, countries. Art appreciation from the lens of royal Black childhood—beautiful!
£6.99
Bonnier Books Ltd The Remarkable Pigeon
Book SynopsisWhen a pigeon visits the aviary, he feels very inferior to all of the other species of birds he encounters, with their colourful plumage and magnificent wingspans. But eventually the pigeon realises that he has something the other birds don’t – his freedom! The Remarkable Pigeon is a thought-provoking and stunningly illustrated picture book that will enchant children and teach them the importance of not always comparing oneself to others and appreciating what one has.
£7.59
Owlet Press Wild
Book SynopsisThis sensitive book aims to open up conversations and help children realise that they don't have to follow the pack, give them the confidence to do the right thing and stay true to who they really are. Second offering from illustrator Ryan Sonderegger, from the global smash 'What Wesley Wore'. Talks about peer pressure, toxic masculinity and gang mentality using the metaphor of mild and wild wolves.
£7.59
Goldsmiths, Unversity of London Photography After Capitalism
Book SynopsisA lively and polemical analysis of photography and today''s vernacular photographic culture.In Photography After Capitalism, Benedict Burbridge makes the case for a radically expanded conception of photography, encompassing the types of labor too often obscured by black-boxed technologies, slick platform interfaces, and the compulsion to display lives to others. His lively and polemical analysis of today''s vernacular photographic cultures shines new light on the hidden work of smartphone assembly teams, digital content moderators, Street View car drivers, Google "Scan-Ops,"low-paid gallery interns, homeless participant photographers, and the photo-sharing masses.
£24.30
Feisty Scholar Publications Walk Tall: A rhyming picture book about bullying and friendship.
£14.23
Little Steps Publishing Gingers Courage
£8.54
Woodslane Pty Ltd Zed: The Vegetarian Zombie
Book SynopsisZed is a zombie stripped of all basic zombie urges. The virus that has swept the world has had little effect on our poor hero. He is mocked at Zombie School, ignored by zombie society and feared by the living. You see, Zed is a vegetarian zombie; the only one of his kind. However he is also cursed with cleverness. He knows that the zombie diet of humans can only last so long...What happens to the zombie species when the last human is caught and consumed? Zed's quest becomes clear, but not so simple. He must do all he can to change the minds, habits and diets of his fellow zombies if they are to thrive on Earth. Zed the Vegetarian Zombie is an exciting story of being an individual, doing the best with what you're given and believing you can change the world. It also covers topics of vegetarianism, resource, scarcity, our connection with the environment and standing up for what you believe in. It is written and illustrated by a primary school teacher with an addiction to picture storybooks and a New York Times bestselling author.
£9.67
Tradewind Books On My Skis
Book SynopsisSet among snowy mountains, this under-five follow-up to the hugely popular On My Walk features a very young child learning to ski
£9.45
Tradewind Books Pikiq
Book SynopsisPikiq finds paint, paintbrushes and a book with pictures of tropical animals and faraway places, abandoned in the deep snow. Inspired, he draws fantastic creatures everywhere, and colour bursts onto the white landscape.
£11.35
Tradewind Books Crocs In A Box
Book SynopsisThree classic Tradewind books in one toothy box!
£13.46
Tradewind Books On My Bike
Book SynopsisThis follow-up to the successful On My Walk features a young child learning to ride a bike.
£9.45
Tradewind Books On My Swim
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£9.45
Tradewind Books The Mysterious Stones
Book SynopsisAn enchanting ghost story set in Cuba by the sea.
£11.35
Tradewind Books Beep Beep Bubbie
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£11.35
Tradewind Books The Princess Dolls
Book SynopsisAn unlikely friendship between a Jewish and Canadian child, who both fall in love with two adorable dolls.
£7.95
Simply Read Books My Blankie
Book SynopsisChildren will rejoice about this joyful adventure citing all the marvellous imagined things a blankie can be and do.
£7.46
Simply Read Books The New Arrival
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£11.39
Simply Read Books Paper Hearts
Book SynopsisA little puppet shows how a paper and real heart share sweet similarities.
£12.34
Simply Read Books The Red Shoes
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£8.07
Bucket Fillosophy Will You Fill My Bucket? Daily Acts Of Love
Book SynopsisA simple question is fervently asked by children from 12 different countries. In this award-winning, 32 page picture book, sweet rhyming prose, repetition and vividly captivating illustrations delight the senses and express the deep joy and love we hope for all children. The responses given will touch the heartstrings of people young and old around the world. Bucket filling, the essence of being loved and loving others, occurs in those little moments in a day when you stop and just listen, cuddle, play or spend time with a child.
£15.15
Creston Books Hello
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£11.69
Cameron & Company Inc Oak Leaf
Book SynopsisAn artistic picture book about an autumn leaf’s journey that beautifully evokes the season A lone autumn leaf falls and flies away on a breeze. It travels up and over the world and down again—where it finally lands on the page of a little girl’s open book and becomes a keepsake.Trade ReviewWritten with a quiet poeticism. * Kirkus Reviews *
£11.39
Familius LLC 100 First Words for Little Geeks
Book SynopsisThere's a TARDIS cookie jar in our kitchen. A Picard air freshener in our car. And we won't even mention Harry Potter in the bathroom. We're geeks and proud of it! But is there nothing for baby? Inconceivable!Introducing 100 First Words for Little Geeks, a deliciously nerdy primer for kids learning their first words! Forget apple and dog. Little geeks are ready for holy grail, warp core, and intergalactic catastrophe (okay, forget that last one, but they'll learn tribble and that's about the same thing). Packed with hilarious illustrations and 100 words every geek baby should know (before any others, of course), 100 First Words for Little Geeks is the perfect board book for geek families everywhere. Great Scott!
£8.09
Cameron & Company Inc From Park to Playa
Book SynopsisFrom a dynamic author and illustrator team, a picture book about connecting to nature and with each other on a path across the city, from a park to the beach Follow along as families from all over the city set out and connect on a trail that begins inland and winds its way through diverse neighborhoods, city playgrounds and parks, up and down open-space hills, past piñata parties and food trucks, downtown buildings, movie-studio rainbows, and public art murals—all the way to the beach at dusk, where they meet around a bonfire, next to a sparkling Ferris wheel on a pier. Inspired by a real city trail called Park to Playa in Los Angeles, From Park to Playa includes back matter not only about the real path, but about finding your path where you live. Nature is just outside the door and free and accessible to all, even if you live in the middle of a major city.
£12.59
Downtown Bookworks Courage Is...
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£11.39
Yeehoo Press The Liebrary
Book SynopsisA rhyming tale about what happens when a family decides to take every word to heart—and the hilarious consequences that follow. Should children learn to drive cars? Are volcanoes bubbling with fondu? And do rhinos make good pets? Mikayla and Drew loved to read and learn new things…but when a new stack of books gives way to facts unlike anything they had ever heard of before, chaos ensues! Soon the children are swimming with alligators, eating candies like vitamins, and getting blasted by their neighbor. Which leads them to wonder . . . If it’s in a book, is it actually true? From Amanda Pearlstein, Howard Pearlstein, and Maren Amini, comes a rhyming tale about what happens when a family decides to take every word to heart—and the hilarious consequences that follow. A perfect book for fans of Harry Bliss and Doreen Cronin!
£16.12
Archipelago Books Rosie Runs
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£999.99
Penguin Random House Group Amu Nowruz and His Violets
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£14.24
Baker & Taylor Publisher Services La Nina Que Pensaba en Imagenes
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£15.29
Baker & Taylor Publisher Services La Nina Que Pensaba en Imagenes
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£8.54
New York Review Books My Brother
Book SynopsisWith mesmeric drawings, My Brother tells of the warmth that flows between grief-stricken father and daughter, as well as the deep ties of family – strong enough to plunge the depths of the sea and backA sensitive portrayal of loss, My Brother is the story of a child whose brother emerges from the depths of the fjord on the end of her father’s fishing line. Though grieving in different ways, the child and her father find comfort in remembering their brother and son together. Øyvind Torseter’s wobbly line drawings and dark cross-hatched blotches sprawl across pages bathed in warm reds and oranges, melancholy blues, and hopeful greens. Accompanied by Torseter’s captivating images, Laura Djupvik’s poetic lines provide an opening for children and adults to talk about grief and the power of memory.
£15.29
Penguin Random House Group Griso
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£14.24
Fantoons LLC Beach Boys Present The Abcs Of California
Book SynopsisWhat better way to teach your little ones the alphabet than by hanging out with The Beach Boys in sunny California! This 60-page, full color first official Beach Boys children''s book takes you across the entirety of California, on a musical and educational adventure. Each page provides lessons that teach useful words, the landmarks of California, and the Beach Boys-talk about Good Vibrations! From the sparkling sands of Venice Beach, to the glitz and glamor of Hollywood, the Beach Boys take you and your children on a musical journey that will entertain and educate. These fun and age appropriate illustrations will have your child learning while laughing, not to mention, singing, classic Beach Boys tunes! This book is sure to be a hit with California culture lovers, Beach Boys fans of any age - a perfect gift and a must-have for adults and children of any age.
£16.19
Penguin Young Readers My Rainbow
Book SynopsisA dedicated mom puts love into action as she creates the perfect rainbow-colored wig for her transgender daughter, based on the real-life experience of mother-daughter advocate duo Trinity and DeShanna Neal.Warm morning sunlight and love fill the Neal home. And on one quiet day, playtime leads to an important realization:Trinity wants long hair like her dolls. She needs it to express who she truly is.So her family decides to take a trip to the beauty supply store, but none of the wigs is the perfect fit. Determined, Mom leaves with bundles of hair in hand, ready to craft a wig as colorful and vibrant as her daughter is.With powerful text by Trinity and DeShanna Neal and radiant art by Art Twink, My Rainbow is a celebration of showing up as our full selves with the people who have seen us fully all along.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR MY RAINBOW A Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book 2020A 2021 American Library Association #RainbowBookList Top 10 PickA Parent's Magazine Book Club PickA University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education Best Book for Young Readers 2020"A revolutionary representation of joy and self-expression." -- Kirkus, starred review"A joyful family story that emphasizes the importance of listening and loving people for who they are." --Publishers Weekly, starred review"An affirming, uplifting story to add to school and public library collections." --School Library Journal
£16.62
Penguin USA Froggy Builds a Snowman
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£16.19
Random House USA Inc Baby Astrology: Dear Little Libra
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£6.99
Random House USA Inc Baby Astrology: Dear Little Sagittarius
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£6.99
Renegade Arts Canmore Ltd ABC Monstrosity
Book SynopsisA freaky-fun ABC book designed to thrill adults and children alike, and teach and terrify all at once.
£13.49
A&U Children's NZ The Sheep That Stole the Farmers Hat
£7.99
Metonymy Press Dear Black Girls
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£9.49
Pikku Publishing A Smile
Book Synopsis'A smile costs nothing, but gives so much'. With one short poem, French writer and humanitarian Raoul Follereau spoke to the world about the value of this fundamentally human expression. Since 1920 'A Smile' has been translated into many languages around the world. In this first presentation in a children's book, the poignant words accompany an intergenerational story in pictures about two children, and the many lives affected by their infectious smiles. A dejected street musician. A lonely businessman. An exhausted teacher. All are uplifted by the generosity, compassion and friendship inspired by a simple smile. Created in paper collage by internationally award-winning illustrator Hoda Hadadi, the illustrations burst with joyful emotions that will impact the hearts of every reader. Although Raoul Follereau passed away in 1977, his belief in the ability of children to change the world shines through in this book. A closing note shares details about Follereau's work: his thirty years travelling the world with his equally committed wife, to give aid to and raise awareness for people with leprosy, and his creation of World Leprosy Day, which is still marked on the last Sunday in January every year. The Raoul Follereau Foundation in Paris, and 14 associations around the world, continue his humanitarian work.Trade Review‘It speaks to everyone, from the youngest to the oldest and leaves the gift of a smile when it’s finished…incredibly uplifting and thought-provoking. Each spread is bright and bursting with life, full of details to notice and enjoy. -- North Somerset Teachers’s Award * North Somerset Teachers’s Award *We're thrilled to be finishing off the tour for A Smile. This is a gorgeous new edition of a classic poem, with spectacular illustrations. Read a review and an interview with illustrator Hoda Hadadi and learn more about her collage technique. Discover why this project was particularly meaningful for Hoda, see her advice for aspiring illustrators, and find out how she feels about centipedes...What's it about? The text is a poem which celebrates the act of smiling and was written by French journalist, poet and humanitarian, Raoul Follereau, in 1920. The images show two children waking up, going to school, buying a cake for their teacher, and wishing her a happy birthday when she arrives in the classroom. Then we watch them travel home again at the end of the school day. As we follow their route in each direction, we see examples of the transformative nature of smiling in every scene. What can we learn? Smiling is something that unites us all, and something that anyone can afford to give and receive, regardless of their age or circumstances. If someone looks as though they have forgotten how to smile, then they are in need of a smile from you. Sometimes the most effortless things are the most effective, and everyone can have a positive impact on the world around them - even children. What makes this stand out? This is a simple but powerful poem, with a timeless message about spreading kindness, and the illustrations are stunning and inspirational too.About those illustrations... Hoda Hadadi really makes Follereau's work her own, and through her art creates a wonderful visual narrative. I love her cheerful and child-friendly style of collage. Every page is extremely interesting as well as attractive. It would be difficult, and perhaps even impossible, to find a book whose images communicate more joy and affection. I love all the intricate details, like the silhouette of a child in the door of the school, and the little boy plucking a flower on the way there. There are tiny smiles embedded in the images almost everywhere you look. They can be found on the sun, soft toys, books, flowers, bunting, and in a child's drawing. The cover image features clouds smiling! I love the children's art that hangs on the bedroom wall and the scene of the family reading beside the biographical note about Follereau. The little girl's smiling toy bunny, tucked up in its own bed in the first scene, is adorable. Why we love it... It's just so beautiful! Even though this was originally written over 100 years ago, it's as relevant as ever. Follereau's writing is amazing and Hoda Hadadi's illustrations have their own poetry. Why you need it... This is perfect for gently introducing children to the importance of kindness and altruisim, as well as easy ways to practice what they've learned. It's a fabulous bedtime story and Hoda's art will encourage young people to be creative themselves. This is ideal for use in a classroom and for basing activities around too. This book would also make a marvellous and memorable gift, for adults as well as children. It's sure to put a smile on the face of anyone who reads it.The poem “A Smile”, attributed to the philanthropist and writer Raoul Follereau and first appearing in his book ‘Le Livre d’Amour’ in 1920, is a wonderful celebration of the power of something small that has a unique value. His beautiful words are worth a slow and careful read. Each line of this thoughtful poem recognises the difference that a smile given can make to the receiver and the emotional impact of this simple human message that costs nothing to share. “No one is so rich that they can live without a smile. No one is so poor that they do not deserve a smile.” The words are full of compassion, understanding and tenderness to those who may be struggling and have particular resonance at the moment as we emerge from lockdown and are able to share smiles more readily. The words are accompanied by the most joyous illustrations by Hoda Hadadi that provide a storyline missing from the poem itself. The cover depicting a trio of smiling children beneath a beaming sun and jolly smiling clouds instantly lifts your spirits and the endpapers continue the theme with a garden of flowers each of them smiling happily. The reader follows the children as they spread their smiles among the people they meet; the rich man with his downcast face, the young unemployed man lost in sadness and the little girl with the burst balloon. As we turn the pages we watch as their days are transformed by this small act of kindness. We also witness those who were previously sad in turn spreading the joy to others that they meet and this domino effect of a simple smile is heartening to witness. A beautiful book to share with children this would be excellent to use in the classroom and for assemblies as its message and themes are conveyed in a way that has an impact for any age. -- https://alibrarylady.blog/
£10.44
Owlet Press The Brownest Mouse in Town
Book SynopsisPay a visit to the Polka Dot Pet Shop...where every pet is marvellous, magical and unique. Every pet that is, except a plain, brown mouse who doesn't feel special at all and longs to fit in. This heartfelt story of self-acceptance teaches young readers not to judge by appearances and to believe in their abilities, even if they aren't the loudest, boldest or most popular. With a bold art style and inclusive illustrations featuring a diverse communityit features a simple rhyming style that young readers will love. Celebrates smaller domestic pets, not usually featured in picture books like hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, fish and even snails.This book was selected by Save The Children, for their 2020 #savewithstories campaign read by Sienna Miller.Trade Review"This book helps teach, uniqueness and to not judge others based on appearances" - @thefinchfamilylife on Instagram ; "It is not only bright and enticing to children but also teaches them to not judge by appearances, to be proud of their uniqueness and to believe in their own strengths which are such important skills to teach our children" - @too_tired_to_trish on Instagram ; "It’s a wonderful story that promotes the idea that everyone has something important to give, even if you think that everyone else has more to offer than you" - @mancunianmum on Instagram
£7.59
Auzou Little Red Riding Hood
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£8.54
Auzou My First Pull-the-Tab Fairy Tale: Goldilocks and
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£8.54
Auzou My First Pull-the-Tab Fairy Tale: The Three
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£8.54
Auzou Snow White: My First Pull the Tab Fairy Tales
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£8.54
Auzou My First Pull the Tab Fairy Tales - Cinderella
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£8.54
