Children’s / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories
Astra Publishing House A Mighty Fine Time Machine
Book SynopsisHow can you turn an empty box into a time machine? This comical story featuring endearing characters with vivid imaginations celebrates creativity and ingenuity. Samantha the anteater simply can’tbelieve it when her friends Grant the aardvark and Antoine the armadillo tell her they plan to build a time machine.Can they really make such a thing from a big old box and a bunch of “hoozie-doozies”? Samantha has her doubts, but is willing to jump in and help her friends fulfill their plan in an unexpected way.Trade Review"A splendid use for a box, indeed." —Kirkus Reviews"The language is replete with words such as 'hoozie-doozies,' and 'doodads.' It rolls off the tongue with occasional poetic segments such as 'Flippers flapped. Wings whapped.' The unusual characters' devotion to each other and their project is an asset to the book." —Library Media Connection"Children who have ever created anything out of a box will identify with the trio's ingenuity. The colored pencil-and-gouache illustrations add warmth and humor to the story." —Booklist
£7.72
Astra Publishing House Emma's Turtle
Book SynopsisInspired by the stories Emma reads to him, Turtle digs out of his pen and sets off to see faraway places. The backyard grass is longer than his legs so he thinks he must be in the jungle. He spies a tree stump and believes it's an elephant's leg. Just when he begins to worry that he's lost, Emma rescues him—and he discovers that he never left home. Undeterred, Turtle is grateful to "have the whole world here in my backyard," and plans to escape again tomorrow, this time to China.Trade Review"Young readers should relate to an odyssey close to home." --Kirkus Reviews"Humorous, warm, and ultimately reassuring, this story will be appreciated by individual readers but it's also a good choice for group read-alouds." --School Library Journal
£7.65
Ignatius Press Petook: The Rooster Who Met Jesus
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£14.24
Enclave Escape Of Fire and Ash: Volume 1
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£999.99
GIA Publications Kitty Alone
Book SynopsisKitty Alone is the latest in a series of captivating picture books, each based on a beloved songtale from the great American folk music heritage. This beautifully illustrated version sets the song in the Appalachian Mountains and uses a bobcat, called a “woods ghost” by locals, as the title character. Like the other titles in the First Steps in Music series, Kitty Alone includes song history and notation, along with a free download link for the song, sung by Jill Trinka.
£15.15
GIA Publications Had a Little Rooster
Book SynopsisA cumulative song that has been shared for over 100 years, each verse of "Had a Little Rooster" introduces a new character and a new sound that must be added to the previous verse. Cumulative songs are tons of fun for kids, challenging singers to use more and more breath and to remember an ever-increasing cast of characters and sounds. The song can be downloaded with a code included in the book.
£999.99
GIA Publications The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night
Book SynopsisBeautiful illustrations by Taylor Herrington evoke a wily fox as he roams a sleepy New England town in search of a meal for his family. Like the other picture books in John M. Feierabend’s First Steps in Music series, The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night includes a description of the history of the song and a link to a free mp3 download of the song, sung by Jill Trinka.
£15.15
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Quill Soup: A Stone Soup Story
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£15.29
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Bear Helps the Forest (Maybe You Help, Too)
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£14.39
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Eye Guess: A Forest Animal Guessing Game
Book SynopsisDo you know whose eye is looking at you? Featuring familiar forest animals, toddlers will enjoy guessing, turning the page, and finding out if they?re right!
£7.99
Capstone Press There's A Mouse Hiding in this Book
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£999.99
Capstone Press This Book is Not A Piece of Cheese
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£999.99
Coughlan Publishing A Loud Winter's Nap
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£18.04
Roaring Brook Press Kiki Kokí: La Leyenda Encantada del Coquí (Kiki
Book SynopsisA magical Spanish-language tale, Kiki Koki tells the story of a little Taino Indian boy who is too lazy to help his tribe prepare for the Moon Festival. To punish Kiki Koki, the Moon Goddess turns him into a tree frog. To return to his human form, he must rescue his new frog friends from dangerous pirates, and, in the process, learns that friendship takes courage, dedication, and hard work. With its vibrant illustrations, heartwarming message, and adorable hero, children will love this fun tale.
£8.99
Roaring Brook Press Rescue Cat
Book SynopsisFrom New York Times-bestselling creator Stephen Savage comes an adventurous picture book about a little cat with BIG ambitions.Life hasn''t always been easy for street cat, Butterscotch. But when she finds herself in a brand new home, full of warmth and love, she gathers the strength to be brave. One day, she sees a fellow cat facing a crocodile on the nature channel on TV, so she jumps through the screen to help. After all, she is A rescue cat! This innovative picture book is an inspirational and classic tale about a brave, fearless cat who shares kindness and care.
£15.19
Roaring Brook Press Hello Goodbye Dog
Book SynopsisMoose loves helping his girl, Zara, and Zara loves having her dog Moose help her. Unfortunately, dogs aren't allowed at school, and Moose's escape acts from his house, his crate, and the backyard aren't helping his cause. How can Zara get her lovable pooch a free pass to the classroom?
£12.99
Roaring Brook Press Bad Kitty Does Not Like Candy
Book SynopsisKitty''s back in two brand new stories, complete with a sheet of colorful stickers in an 8x8 formatin this hilarious story, it''s time to feed Kitty but all she wants is candy. Will Kitty prevail and get what she wants?It''s dinnertime and Bad Kitty is hungry. What should she eat for dinner? Fish? Nope!Beef? Ew!Octopus? Gross! Bad Kitty knows exactly what she wants. Candy! And nothing will stand in her way.Find out what will stop Kitty from eating all the candy in the world in this bright, hilarious picture book from New York Times bestselling author Nick Bruel''s beloved Bad Kitty series. Bad Kitty Does Not Like Candy is purrr-fect for young readers who love kitties, candy, and a little bit of chaos!
£7.95
Roaring Brook Press Marta! Big & Small
Book Synopsis¡Hola, Marta! Marta is una niña, an ordinary girl... with some extraordinary animal friends! As Marta explores the jungle, she knows she's bigger than a bug, smaller than an elephant, and faster than a turtle. But then she meets the snake, who thinks Marta is sabrosa - tasty, very tasty! But Marta is ingeniosa, a very clever girl, and she outsmarts the snake with hilarious results. With simple Spanish and a glossary at the end, this fun read-aloud picture book teaches little ones to identify opposites and animals and learn new words.
£17.09
Roaring Brook Press Bad Kitty
Book SynopsisFrom the creator of The New York Times bestseller Boing! comes the riotous story of a cat gone berserk -- four times over an in alphabetical order each time. Kitty is not happy hen she''s told that her favorite foods are all gone and all that''s left are Asparagus, Beets, Cauliflower, Dill...and 22 other equally unappealing vegetables. So she: Ate my homework, Bit grandma, Clawed the curtains, Damaged the dishes, and so on, through Z. Only when tastier things arrive (An Assortment of Anchovies, Buffalo Burritos, Chicken Cheesecake...) does she Apologize to Grandma.
£17.09
Roaring Brook Press Peter & Ernesto: A Tale of Two Sloths
Book SynopsisPeter and Ernesto are sloths. Peter and Ernesto are friends. But Peter and Ernesto are nothing alike. Peter loves their tree and never wants to leave, while Ernesto loves the sky and wants to see it from every place on Earth. When Ernesto leaves to have a grand adventure, Peter stays behind and frets. The two friends grow even closer in separation, as Peter the homebody expands his horizons and Ernesto the wanderer learns the value of home. With ridiculously cute art and simple, funny text, their reunion is even more adorable than you are imagining. Laika Studios superstar artist, writer, and director Graham Annable brings all his significant powers to bear on this timeless friendship story for the youngest graphic novel readers.
£13.99
Roaring Brook Press Bad Kitty Does Not Like Snow: Includes Stickers
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£7.47
Henry Holt & Company This Book Just Ate My Dog!
Book SynopsisWhen her dog disappears into the gutter of the book, Bella calls for help. But when the helpers disappear too, Bella realizes it will take more than a tug on the leash to put things right. Cleverly using the physicality of the book, This book just ate my dog! is inventive, ingenious, and just pure kid-friendly fun!
£16.99
Henry Holt & Company Inc The Great Art Caper
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£8.54
Henry Holt & Company Bella the Bunny: Fairy Animals of Misty Wood
Book SynopsisIn the enchanted world of Misty Wood, every creature has sparkly fairy wings and a special job to do. In Book 2, Bella the Bunny is opening flowers to make Misty Wood as pretty as can be. There is a surprise hiding inside one of the bluebells?Lexi the Ladybug! Lexi is sad because she looks different from other ladybugs, but Bella knows just how to make her feel better.
£9.01
Henry Holt & Company Hedgehugs
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£7.99
Henry Holt & Company Poppy the Pony: Fairy Animals of Misty Wood
Book SynopsisEnter an enchanted world of fairy animal friends with Poppy the Pony from author Lily Small!Poppy the Pony is very shy. She loves soaring through Misty Wood, but she''s too scared to talk to any of the other fairy animals. One day a thunderstorm comes, and Poppy discovers she is braver than she ever knew.
£9.01
Henry Holt & Company Hailey the Hedgehog: Fairy Animals of Misty Wood
Book SynopsisEnter an enchanted world of fairy animal friends!Hailey the Hedgehog is very excited about the Christmas Parade. It''s her favorite time of year! But as Hailey flutters around Misty Wood, she meets some fairy animals who are feeling down in the dumps. How can Hailey make them as happy as she is?
£9.01
Henry Holt & Company Daisy the Deer: Fairy Animals of Misty Wood
Book SynopsisEnter an enchanted world of fairy animal friends!Daisy the Deer loves flying around in the moonlight, whispering happy dreams into the ears of the sleeping fairy animals. But one night she meets a little hedgehog who is too scared to go to sleep. Can Daisy persuade him that there''s nothing to be afraid of in Misty Wood?
£9.03
Henry Holt & Company Sophie the Squirrel: Fairy Animals of Misty Wood
Book SynopsisEnter an enchanted world of fairy animal friends!Sophie the Squirrel can''t wait for the Misty Wood fair. She and her friends are going to perform a special dance. But when they try to practice, things keep going wrong. Sophie is upset--she''s sure it''s all her fault. Maybe some Misty Wood magic is what she needs . . .
£9.03
Arbordale Publishing First Fire: A Cherokee Folktale
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£10.50
Shadow Mountain Stella
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£999.99
Astra Publishing House A Splendid Friend, Indeed
Book SynopsisBear just wants to read and write and think while Goose wants to talk and talk and talk. Bear is getting increasingly frustrated as Goose keeps interrupting him. Then Goose announces that thinking makes him hungry and he needs to make a snack. Goose returns with the snack and a note that he reads to bear: "You are my splendid friend." Bear responds by giving Goose a bear hug. They are splendid friends, indeed.Trade Review"Bloom gets maximum effect with minimum words. . . . Fun to read aloud, the book will also lead to discussion about friendly (and annoying) behavior." —Booklist* "The gentle humor will elicit giggles; Goose's silly statements and Bear's patient responses beg to be read aloud. An ideal book for storytimes about friendship and sharing." —School Library Journal, starred review* "A more perfect union between giggle-inducing but reassuring images and a text of very few words is hard to conjure." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
£8.93
Astra Young Readers Rescue
Book SynopsisIn this coming-of-age story perfect for horse fans, twelve-year-old animal lover Joni clashes with her new neighbor and animal rights activist Chess. Their bumpy friendship reaches a crisis when Chess stages an impulsive animal rescue, and Joni must act fast to save the animals' lives.Shy Joni loves her family's Vermont sheep farm and her strong-willed horse, Archie. When ebullient Chess moves nearby, Joni is drawn to her big personality. However, Chess's opinions on animal rights, global warming, and responsible farming soon have Joni both questioning and defending her family's farm. But when Chess steals miniature horses from their neighbor to rescue them, Joni is challenged to find the courage to stand up to Chess. In this complex tale of bridging differences and finding your own voice, two friends nearly break their friendship before they can begin to rebuild it.
£15.26
Astra Young Readers What If . . . ? Then We . . .: Short, Very Short,
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£16.16
Capstone Books Arent for Bears
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£999.99
£999.99
Sasquatch Books My Coyote Nose and Ptarmigan Toes: An Almost-True
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£10.44
Sasquatch Books Good Night, Wheedle
Book SynopsisToddlers will enjoy this retelling of Stephen Cosgrove’s charming story of Wheedle on the Needle filled with playful rhymes and featuring Robin James’s colorful artwork.
£10.44
Sasquatch Books Three Bears of the Pacific Northwest
Book SynopsisWhen a small blue teddy bear falls out of a moving recreational vehicle in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest, two native bears-Black Bear and Brown Bear-agree to help reunite Blue Bear with his family.Based on the best-selling children?s picture book, this story follows two bears on a journey to help a little blue bear find his way home in this board book adaption of Three Bears of the Pacific Northwest.This is a charming story with a happy ending and no Goldilocks. The book features Jeremiah Trammel''s beautiful oil-painted illustrations, which are sure to engage children and parents alike.
£10.44
Sasquatch Books Larry Gets Lost in Seattle: 10th Anniversary
Book SynopsisFeaturing all-new artwork and several new Seattle landmarks, this limited 10th anniversary edition of the best-selling Larry Gets Lost in Seattle finds Larry, the adorable pup, lost again!Pete and Larry, his adorable pooch, take a ferry to Seattle to visit the Emerald City. After being distracted by a tempting treat, Larry gets lost and tours the city trying to reunite with Pete. Along the way he discovers some of the city’s most fun and interesting landmarks and cultural attractions, including: * Seattle Central Library * Seattle Art Museum * Pike Place Market * Museum of History and Industry * The Olympic Sculpture Park * CenturyLink Field and Safeco Field * The Space Needle * EMP
£16.19
Sasquatch Books Larry Gets Lost in San Diego
Book Synopsis"This is the newest adventure in the Larry Gets Lost series of bestselling children''s books highlighting one adorable dog''s adventures through favorite American cities. Larry, a playful pup, loves to go on vacation with Pete and the family. In this new edition to the series, they are off to San Diego, where, while running on the beach, Larry is distracted by the smell of a delicious BBQ. After finishing his treat he realizes he''s lost his family - again! And so begins his search for Pete around the city''s greatest landmarks and attractions, including the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, Mission Beach, Gaslamp Quarter, Legoland, Point Loma Lighthouse, and more"--
£16.19
Sasquatch Books Larry Loves San Diego!: A Larry Gets Lost Book
Book SynopsisThe bestselling Larry Gets Lost series heads to sunny San Diego in this board book featuring vibrant retro illustrations of this great American city and the perpetually lost pup, Larry. Just like the locals and visitors, Larry the pup loves Hotel Coronado, the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, the Embarcadero, and many of the other sites and sounds of San Diego. Based on the popular children''s picture book Larry Gets Lost in San Diego, families who love the city will want this charming board book for their little readers.
£10.44
Sasquatch Books Frank the Seven-Legged Spider
Book SynopsisA fun-read aloud picture book about a spider who loves to weave amazing artistic webs, only to wake up one day to discover he's missing a leg. Is he still a spider if he only has seven legs? His question is answered as his search for his missing leg takes readers on an adventure that is sure to bring a smile even to those wary of spiders. Frank loves being a spider, especially the part that involves having eight glorious legs. But one morning Frank wakes up missing a leg. One of his friends exclaims, "I barely recognize him!" Another friend asks, "Are you still a spider, Frank?" Is he still a spider? Frank doesn't know. A funny and heartfelt quest filled with surprises ensues as Frank searches for his leg and the answer to his identity.Trade Review"The deceptively straightforward text lures readers into the digital illustrations' silly punch lines and droll grace notes...the Jon Klassen-esque twist puts a wicked spin on his journey to acceptance."—Kirkus Reviews"Razi’s debut paints a hopeful picture about a protagonist with a physical disability while at the same time acknowledging some of the struggles he encounters."—School Library Journal"A silly story about a spider that loses his leg."—Seattle Magazine"A tale that teaches self-acceptance and determination." —Seattle Times"We love the humor woven throughout Frank the Seven-Legged Spider. Equally enjoyable for both kids and adults, it is one of those books that will please younger and older children." —Wild Tales Of
£14.24
Sasquatch Books I Don't Have a Cat
Book SynopsisA fun story about two new friends, a young boy and a sweet and cuddly cat, who is slowly destroying his bedroom.I Don't Have a Cat follows a young boy and a cat through his day. He repeats throughout the story that he doesn't have a cat. Instead of a cat, he says he has a food critic, a homework helper, and a paper shredder. In the end we discover the cat is a lost cat that he's hoping to keep. But will his parents let him keep it?Look for the companion book, I Don't Have a Dog.Trade Review"Hileman’s expert use of repetition makes this a superb choice for both emerging and independent readers"--Olivia the Librarian
£11.39
Sasquatch Books When Winter Comes
Book SynopsisThough a forest may be blanketed in snow or a lake frozen over, families who enjoy the outdoors in winter, happily bundled up to play in the energising weather, know that wildlife is still teeming there. The fallen log that is used to hide behind in a snowball fight is a shelter for tree frogs, caterpillars, ladybugs, and slugs. The drifts of fallen snow that families snowshoe across have winding tunnels made by meadow mice in search of seeds and bark. The towering trees families ski among shield birds from winter winds. When Winter Comes celebrates the joy of families playing and exploring in the outdoors during the winter months.Trade Review"Through intriguing cutaway scenes, many illustrations also reveal the animals scurrying about or resting underground and beneath the snow and ice. This lively picture book offers a fresh perspective on the animals-in-winter theme."--Booklist★ "Bissonette’s prose sparkles even as she imparts factual information"--Publisher's Weekly, starred"Hourigan’s joyful illustrations will encourage children to take a closer look at the world around them."--School Library Journal "an ideal and unreservedly recommended addition to family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections." --Midwest Book Review
£8.99
Disruption Books Stella The Ambassadog
Book SynopsisStella Blu the cockapoo is on her way across the ocean to a city called Madrid. Stella’s father (a human) is the new U.S. Ambassador to Spain and Stella is going to serve as the Ambassadog. She will make her new home at the U.S. Embassy and represent the United States all across Spain, from parades and palaces to parks and parties. Living in a new country means that Stella will explore a new neighborhood, make new friends, and even learn a new language. Being Ambassadog is exciting. Stella shares American traditions with her Spanish friends, charms the Embassy staff, and—best of all—tries new foods, like jamÓn and galettas. Serving your country is a big job for a little dog, but this pup’s determination makes her mother and father proud, and even attracts the attention of the King and Queen of Spain! Children will love Stella’s international adventures as she learns that living in a new place might seem scary at first, but trying new things can be fun.
£14.20
Red Chair Press The Deadening
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£8.99
Astra Publishing House Javier's Hummingbird
Book SynopsisSolve kid-sized dilemmas and mysteries with SCIENCE SOLVES IT! These fun science books for kids ages 5–8 blend clever stories with real-life science. Why did the dog turn green? Can you control a hiccup? Is that a UFO? Find the answers to these questions and more as kid characters dive into physical, life, and earth sciences. Javier has been waiting all winter for the hummingbirds to return. But one of them arrives early, while the weather is still cold. It's up to Javier to figure how to keep the nectar in the feeder from freezing solid! Books in this perfect STEM series will help kids think like scientists and get ahead in the classroom. Activities and experiments are included in every book!
£7.04
