Children’s / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories
Child's Play International Ltd The Talkative Tortoise
Book SynopsisA talkative tortoise lets his vanity win out over common sense in this tale of why the tortoise has a cracked shell. This traditional Himalayan 'Tale with a Twist' is retold by poet, author and storyteller, Andrew Fusek Peters. Tales from around the world provide an insight into cultures other than our own.
£10.99
Child's Play International Ltd The Ants Go Marching
Book SynopsisThe ants are marching through the rain, but there is always something to distract Little Ant! Can you find him on each page, even though the column of ants gets bigger? Can you count the ants on each page? Rows of ants help introduce the concept of repeated addition. Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and the nursery or classroom.Trade ReviewA highly interactive book full of colour. The children enjoyed listening to the story and then delighted in singing the song at the end of the book. This die-cut book with holes is excellent for encouraging observation, colour and pattern recognition by searching for individual ants. It is also an excellent way to help children develop and understanding of quantities represented by the numerals 1 through to ten. -- Sharon Campbell * Nursery Education Plus *
£9.06
Child's Play International Ltd The Great Googly Moogly
Book SynopsisNobody has ever been able to catch The Great Googly Moogly – a giant and terrifying fish of legend. But Stella aims to do just that. Armed with fishing gear and differing baits, she sets out every day to realise her dream, whatever the weather. But what will she do if she succeeds? Courtney Dicmas’s latest book features a strong and spirited character determined to achieve her goal, but it also reflects our responsibilities to other creatures, and our place in the natural world.
£12.34
Child's Play International Ltd Harold Finds a Voice 8x8 edition
Book SynopsisHarold is an amazing mimic, and can imitate the sound of everything in his home. Tired of repeating the same old noises, he yearns to find out what other voices there are in the big, wide world. But what happens when he suddenly realises that he doesn’t yet have a voice of his own? This fantastic debut by author/illustrator Courtney Dicmas recounts Harold’s hilarious tale. It’s full of colour, humour and invention, and children will love to join in with Harold as he mimics everyday noises.
£8.66
Bonnier Books Ltd The Return of a Pig Called Heather
Book SynopsisEveryone's favourite pig returns to face her hardest challenge yet! Heather the pig is happily hiding in London Zoo. But something's wrong. Her human friend, Isla, is sad, and if Isla's sad, then Heather's sad. Isla wants to move back to Scotland. Can Heather help? No problem. She'll just break out of the zoo, work out where Scotland is, walk the 500 miles to get there, avoid being re-captured, confront a wildcat, defeat Mr Busby, and then get the farm back for Isla and her dad. Easy!
£9.16
Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand The Little Lambs' Great New Zealand Christmas
Book SynopsisOver rivers and along the bay,the little lambs are on their wayto find the owners of the giftsthat fell from Santa''s sleigh.Five little lambs are on a rescue mission. They need to deliver missing Christmas gifts to their friends Albatross, Turtle, Dolphin and Crayfish before they can share their delicious Christmas feast.
£17.13
Commonwealth Editions Nantucket Nanny
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£999.99
Tortuga Press Jazz Fly
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£17.06
Tortuga Press Gobble Quack Moon
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£16.16
Tortuga Press The Twenty-Five Mixtec Cats
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£14.36
Tortuga Press The Twenty-Five Mixtec Cats
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£6.95
Tortuga Press Jazz Fly 3
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£17.06
Kids Can Press Franklin Feels at Home
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£8.15
Acorn Press Tallulah the Theatre Cat
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£9.95
Flying Eye Books Ltd. One Day on our Blue Planet In the Antarctic 1
Book SynopsisFrom breakfast to dinner, dusk to dawn, children will love spending the day with this curious penguin chick.In the latest volume of Ella Bailey’s picture book exploration of the daily lives of baby animals, we head to the ice shelf to meet a young penguin chick. What does she and her family eat? How many brothers and sisters does she have? What do they do for fun?
£11.99
Boxer Books I Love My Baby
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£7.99
Nobrow Press Kai and the Monkey King: Brownstone's Mythical
Book SynopsisWhen Kai grows tired of her bookish mum not being adventurous enough for a Brownstone, she decides to seek out the mischievous and rebellious Monkey King - who she's always been told to stay away from. Will he bring her the adventure she craves, or will he cause her more trouble than he's worth?Read the latest story from the mythical Brownstone's family vault where we venture to China and learn about the story of the Monkey King, meet magical gods, taste powerful peaches and see that maybe our heroes aren't always what they're cracked up to be. Winner of the 2018 Waterstones Children's Book Prize, longlisted for the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal, and most recently nominated for an Eisner for Arthur and the Golden Rope, Joe Todd-Stanton is a master at storytelling and illustration, and this time he takes his history loving adventurer deep into Chinese mythology.
£11.69
Boxer Books Whose Ears?
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£13.49
Boxer Books The Rainbow Snail
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£999.99
Boxer Books Cheeky Chick!
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£999.99
Boxer Books The Overeager Egg
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£16.19
Boxer Books Chirp! Chirp! I'm a Chick!
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£9.49
Boxer Books Can You Catch Me? Tutu and the Vehicles
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£16.19
Magic Cat The Dinosaur Next Door
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£999.99
Boxer Books Spring Street Touch and Feel Wild
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£11.69
Brolly Books The Girl with No Name
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£17.99
Brolly Books The Girl with No Name
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£9.49
IFWG Publishing Australia The Harbinger of Death
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£16.19
Acorn Press The Pup from Away
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£9.98
Acorn Press Sky Pony in Iceland
£12.30
Beachhouse Pub. Slippery Fish in Hawaii
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£8.95
Arcadia Children's Books Hello, Florida!
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£9.45
Arcadia Children's Books Hello, Adirondacks!
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£9.45
Commonwealth Editions Hello, Yellowstone!
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£9.45
Arcadia Children's Books Hello, Rhode Island!
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£9.45
Arcadia Children's Books Hello, New Orleans!
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£9.45
Commonwealth Editions Hello, Philadelphia!
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£9.45
Commonwealth Editions The Cods of Cape Cod
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£16.19
Thunder Bay Press Michigan Loon Chick's First Flight
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£16.16
Islandport Press The Old Mainer and the Sea
£17.81
Raw Junior LLC Little Mouse Gets Ready
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£9.99
Astra Publishing House Flop to the Top!
Book SynopsisIn this modern-day fable, Wanda calls her brother and sister "fans," keeps up with celebrity news, and never misses a chance to share a selfie. She's ready to show the world how Wanda-ful she really is, but all people are interested in is . . . her dog! Superstar cartoonists Eleanor Davis and Drew Weing will have young readers in stitches with this hilarious tale of fame and fandom where friendship and family triumph.Trade ReviewAssociation for Library Service to Children 2016 Notable Children's Books Association for Library Service to Children Graphic Novels Reading List 2016 Kirkus Prize 2015 Nominee for Young Reader's Literature ABC Best Books for Young Readers List 2015 Texas Library Association Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List 2016 "The book is so much fun that both lessons in reading and in life go down easy." Kirkus Reviews STARRED REVIEW "It is infused with so much warmth, color, and whimsy that young readers will gladly see this book through to its pleasing reversal of fortune." - Horn Book Magazine STARRED REVIEW "There is a lot going on here, including an underlying commentary about social media use, celebrity obsession and struggles with emotional expression." - The New York Times "[Eleanor Davis and Drew Weing's] collaboration is a quick, cute story about a self-obsessed, selfie-obsessed little girl who believes she's destined for fame, fortune and super-stardom in the social media age." - Good Comics for Kids "Davis and husband Weing have likely set a record for the number of selfies taken in a children's book...Chunky digital illustrations playfully spoof the lifestyles of the rich and famous...but Davis and Weing never lose sight of the story's emotional underpinnings." - Publishers Weekly "A chuckle-worthy tale for young comics fans." - School Library Journal "Though centered on difficult emotions that will feel familiar to kids, the story is leavened with comedy, allowing readers to navigate comfortably even as the robust sentences and repetition massage new reading skills." - Booklist "It's a wonderful example of comics in action grown-up artistry matched with childish silliness." - Slate "Flop To The Top is the single best book in the entire Toon line. It is a perfect marriage of line, color, shadow, dialogue, and message." - The Comics Journal "It has a message that is both timely and not at all heavy handed." - Books4YourKids "The brightly colored illustrations capture the energy of the story's ebullient characters." - Mile High Books "It's perfect for young readers." - What'cha Reading
£11.69
Higherlife Development Service There's a Pig in my Pantry Volume 1
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£14.20
Flashlight Press Ben & Zip: Two Short Friends
Book SynopsisA tribute to friendship, boardwalks, and summer, this storybook tells of Ben and Zip, two best friends who will keep readers laughing, cheering, and guessing until the very end when they are reunited after a rainstorm. Ben is short, but his best friend Zip is even shorter. One day while strolling along the boardwalk a summer shower blows in. There's a clap of thunder, and Zip runs off in fear. Ben pushes through the crowd to find Zip, but being so short, all Ben sees are knees. He climbs onto a bench, but now all he sees are bellies. He clambers onto a picnic table, and all he sees is hair. Ben is sure he'll glimpse Zip when he climbs to the highest point on the beach, the lifeguard stand, but Zip is nowhere to be found. Ben finally does find Zip-his best friend and dachshund-hiding out beneath the boardwalk, and the pair snuggle and munch on popcorn while the puddles dry and the beach-goers emerge from under the awnings. A unique lost-and-found tale with a surprise ending, brimming with lively illustrations, and filled with rhyming refrains that roll off the tongue, this storybook is a great read-aloud for kids of all sizes.Trade Review"A beachside lost-and-found adventure, told from a kid's point of view....delightfully funny....The well-paced watercolor illustrations, abundant with marvelous, comic details, are a neat complement to the adventure. This boardwalk frolic proves even small fries can solve big mysteries." -- Kirkus Reviews". . . . terrific twist at the end of this tale. . . . The eye-catching detail in Goldsmith's colorful illustrations mixed in with some repetitive and rhyming text and multi-level vantage points give the reader a sweet summertime story that won't quickly be forgotten." --Barbara Gruener, corneroncharacter.blogspot.co.il"Ben & Zip: Two Short Friends is a charming children' picturebook about a short little boy named Ben, and his good friend Zip. [...]The delightful, free-spirited illustrations add the perfect touch to this silly, playful story." Midwest Book Review"Readers are in for a surprise, however, when they discover Zip' identity. This is a fun-filled treat, filled with bright colors, amusing details, and beach scenes bustling with activity." Joan Kindig, School Library Journal"Where and who Zip is turns out to be the final surprise of a happy, rhyming ending. Goldsmith uses India ink and watercolors to create naturalistic, lighthearted scenes of activity on beach and boardwalk in single- and double-page illustrations." Ken and Sylvia Marantz, Children' Literature"Joanne Linden's suspenseful picture book, set on the boardwalk, is a breath of salty, beach air! [...] Ben & Zip is a real page-turner with playful verse and a heart-warming conclusion that's as sweet as salt water taffy." Lisa J. Curtis, New York Parenting"The water color and ink illustrations are lively, detailed and fun. The point of view drawings could provide an extension activity for children." Sharon Turpin, pscreviews.org
£14.20
Flashlight Press Pterodactyl Show and Tell
Book SynopsisWhen a boy brings his pterodactyl to school for show-and-tell, hilarious havoc ensues. The creature's delightfully demented antics, the kids' expressions as they try to avoid the hungry pterodactyl, and the out-of-control imagination of the boy yield a wild and wacky romp. Kids who dig dinosaurs will devour this preposterous pterodactyl tale written in rhyming couplets and teeming with edgy school-age humor and giggle-inducing illustrations.Trade Review"The rhyming is fun, but the pictures sell it in this book; the expressive, goofy-faced pterodactyl is never a threatening figure, which makes the reactions from classmates and faculty even funnier. Watching a winged dinosaur upend the school from classroom to cafeteria is likely every kid's dream, and will go over in a big way here. Absolutely fun readingwho doesn't love a dinosaur?" Rosemary, https://momreadit.wordpress.com"When a boy brings his pet pterodactyl for show-and-tell, chaos reigns in the third grade... Have your teacher read this the day before show-and-tell: Any pet will be more than welcome... as long as it's not a pterodactyl." Kirkus Reviews"I think what children will really like about this book are the big, bold, and colorful illustrations that show the playfulness of the Pterodactyl as it carries on its day completely oblivious to the chaos it is creating. They'll be amused from cover to cover. Dinosaur-loving kids will surely love this book. It's a funny and sneakily educational tale making it a great book for school and home bookshelves." Christa McGrath, http://edwardsbookclub.com"This is a cute children's book with wonderful illustrations that reflect what happens when you take a Pterodactyl to school. I think children will enjoy the illustrations and the simple story line. It even has a few moments that made me laugh out loud. We give it 5 paws up." Leslie, https://storeybookreviews.com"...a fabulous children's book.... In addition to the skillful wordsmithing of this story, I absolutely LOVE the illustrations!... absolutely delightful! A must for every family's library." Nina Lewis, review: https://grandmaideas.com/"Giggles are guaranteed in this silly yet somewhat edgy story of a pet many kids would enjoying owing... at least, in their dreams... a fun read, packed with imagination..." Tonja Drecker, https://bookwormforkids.blogspot.com/"Kids really like books where things, people, kids, or animals get eaten. They just do. Get used to it. This book not only fulfills that basic urge, it also includes dinosaurs, so pretty much the two best things ever! ...Verdict: If, like me, you like to have things-being-eaten-themed storytimes, this is a definite addition to that delightful genre." Jennifer Wharton, https://jeanlittlelibrary.blogspot.com"...very highly recommended for family, elementary school, and community library picture book collections." Midwest Book Review , http://www.midwestbookreview.com
£15.15
Flashlight Press No More Noisy Nights
Book SynopsisWho is making so much noise and how will Jackson ever get to sleep? Despite some silly, sleepy mistakes, genteel Jackson finds a fun and quiet activity for each of his noisy neighbors. He finally gets a great night’s sleep—and discovers three new friends in the morning. Cozier than a mole in fuzzy pajamas, No More Noisy Nights is an underground, under-the covers read-aloud, perfect for calming bedtime boogety-woogeties.Trade Review"What can be better than a not-so-noisy house and new friends? This book is adorable, with cute illustrations and a good message of cooperation." Sarah Maury Swan, sarahsbookreflections.com"With pages bursting with beautiful colors and amusing characters . . . . shows children that sometimes things are really not as they seem and that making friends can be easier with a little cooperation and politeness. It's a perfect and cozy little picture book . . . for bedtime." Christa McGrath, edwardsbookclub.com"There is much to enjoy: the silly mistakes Jackson makes from lack of sleep, effective page turns that build suspense, and a predictable story structure. Soft, computer-generated illustrations will engage observant young readers keen to explore Jackson's new home." Kirkus Reviews"This is a cute story book for kids and it might even teach them a little something about problem solving and dealing with uncomfortable situations." Leslie, storeybookreviews.com"Colorful, digital illustrations show a cast of only slightly creepy creatures making this a light, amusing read for monster storytimes." Jennifer, flyingoffmybookshelf.co.il"Illustrator Guy Wolek captures the warmth, patience, and overall heart-winning personality of Jackson the mole with perfection. We can all learn a thing or two as we watch Jackson cope with his new noisy neighbors. Its so much easier with kindness." Darleen Wolfheil, storymonsters.com"This book is a great one to get students thinking about problem solving when things aren't going well among classmates. How can you keep everyone happy when you are all so different and you all like different things? And if you are a parent who wants a new bedtime read, No More Noisy Nights certainly lends itself to that . . . put qualms about noises that go bump in the night to bed with the friends in this book." Kathleen Wright, kidpeopleclassroom.com"Flashlight Press pricks up its ears with No More Noisy Nights by Holly L. Niner, illus. by Guy Wolek, in which a mole discovers that his new underground home is inhabited by some spooky and noisy nocturnal creatures." Publishers Weekly
£15.15
Blue Manatee Press Ready for Weather
Book SynopsisWhat's the weather like today? No matter if it's rainy, hot, or snowy, young readers will be prepared to take on the day in this newest addition to Sarah Jones's winning ROYGBaby series. Through rainbow color-coordinated pages, children gain an understanding of how to prepare for the weather each day in this charming concept book.Trade Review"[Lloyd Llama is] A welcome addition to teachers' collections or for one-on-one reading." --Barbara Spiri, bookverdict.com"An exciting, educational board book that teaches toddlers to identify and contrast/ compare differences in weather, clothing, activities, and colors. This is done with joy and style in an effortless sturdy pasteboard book that is friendly to handling by little fingers." Midwest Book Review"Jones' illustrations are charming yet understated, plainly presenting the articles of clothing but rendering her weather scenes with artistic flourish . . . A plainspoken and effective introduction to the spectrum of weather patterns, with color identification as a bonus." Kirkus Reviews
£8.43
Blue Manatee Press Dogs!
Book SynopsisPlay and learn with dogs of all colors, shapes, and sizes! Questions within the book provide a built-in tool for grown-ups to use while reading, encouraging little ones to expand on the story. This type of interactive reading, known as "dialogic reading," is key to developing early literacy skills.Trade Review"Sharing this book with children is sure to cultivate rich interactions that foster children's language skills far into the future." -- Dr Laura Justice, College of Education & Human Ecology, Distinguished Professor, The Ohio State University"By inviting the child into the story with questions and responses, the child is more attentive and involved. Dr. Hutton's wonderful new children's book, Dogs! , provides a great way for families to practice these skills, and have fun doing it!" -- Rachelle Schmitz, CCC Speech-Language Pathology, CALP, CDT"A pack of playful dogs cavorts through the pages as little ones and their grown-ups are encouraged to engage through gentle prompts ... [Hutton's] approach is novel and engaging. Cenko's richly colored paintings, in what looks to be acrylics, are winsome, imbuing each pup with a distinct personality." -- Kirkus Reviews
£8.47
