Children’s / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories

Book SynopsisThe first book in the heart-warming White Giraffe series by Lauren St John, featuring the African adventures of Martine and her magical white giraffe.When tragedy strikes on a winter's night in England, Martine is sent to live with her grandmother on a game reserve in South Africa.Her wild, beautiful new home is riddled with secrets, but lonely Martine finds comfort in the legend of a white giraffe and in mysterious Grace, who believes Martine has a powerful gift. Defying her grandmother by entering the reserve alone, Martine is plunged into a world of danger, mystery and adventure. Who can she trust? And how far will she go to save the only friend she has ever known?Trade Review'St John's descriptions of southern Africa provide a sumptuous backdrop.... top-drawer adventure storytelling, with an added helping of fantasy thrown in. It all makes for a genuinely gripping tale that will warm even the coldest of hearts.' -- Joe Melia, Waterstone's Bristol Galleries * WATERSTONE'S BOOKS QUARTERLY *'enthralling... we may not all have a white giraffe to make life easier, but his book remainds us that even the most miserable situation can get better.' -- John Millen * SOUTH CHINA MORNING POST *

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Book SynopsisIn the run up to Christmas, join Duggee and the Squirrels with this collection of 24 badge-worthy stories!Join your favourite Hey Duggee Characters in the countdown to Christmas! Find a mini storybook behind each door, including a special Christmas story for Christmas Eve.Stories include: The Snowman Badge, The Paddling Pool Badge, The Jam Badge, The Bubble Badge, The Mystery Badge and The Tinsel Badge.Don''t forget to put the books back in each window so you can reuse your Advent Calendar Book Collection every year!One more thing... Duggee Hug!Also available:Hey Duggee: Duggee and the Christmas BadgeHey Duggee: Duggee''s ChristmasHey Duggee: Countdown To Christmas lift-the-flapHey Duggee: Happy Christmas Sticker Colouring BookHey Duggee: Duggee''s Night Before Christmas

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Book SynopsisA bird arrives, alights on a tree, finds a mate, and builds a nest. Soon its eggs will hatch and one brave hatchling will embark on its first flight. A deceptively simple and joyful celebration of the natural cycle of life, this book adds the bonus of removable—and movable—characters and scenery to the bestselling TouchThinkLearn format, featuring the hallmark production technique of glued-on pieces dovetailing with die-cut openings. In this first narrative title in the series, the movable pieces invite and involve the reader in a meaningful and multisensory participation in the story.

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Book SynopsisFollow the adventures of Sugarlump the rocking horse and a magical unicorn in this delightful rhyming story from the stellar picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard.When Sugarlump the rocking horse longs to see the world, a magical unicorn with a silver horn and sparkling blue eyes grants his wish and turns him into a real horse. But after trotting around the farm, galloping around a racetrack and even dancing at the circus, Sugarlump learns to be careful what he wishes for. Luckily the unicorn has one more wish to grant . . .With brilliant rhyming verse and bright and distinctive illustrations, Sugarlump and the Unicorn is a perfect story for reading together. Enjoy all the stories from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: Sharing a Shell, The Princess and the Wizard, The Rhyming Rabbit, The Singing Mermaid, Sugarlump and the Unicorn, Princess Mirror-Belle and the Dragon Pox, What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next and What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday.Trade ReviewA reliably lovely read-aloud rhythm . . . Children will love Lydia Monk's illustrations. * Daily Telegraph *An absolute delight to read aloud. * Daily Mail *A book that celebrates freedom. * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author and rewilding pioneer Isabella Tree, When We Went Wild is a heartwarming, sustainably printed picture book about the benefits of letting nature take the lead, inspired by real-life rewilding projects. Nancy and Jake are farmers. They raise their cows and pigs, and grow their crops. They use a lot of big machines to help them, and spray a lot of chemicals to get rid of the weeds and the pests. That’s what all good farmers do, isn’t it? And yet, there is no wildlife living on their farm. The animals look sad. Even the trees look sad! One day, Nancy has an idea... what if they stopped using all the machines, and all the chemicals, and instead they went wild? The author’s own experience of rewilding her estate at Knepp has influenced conservation techniques around the world that are bringing nature back to the countryside and bringing threatened species back Trade Review‘A charming inoculation of pure wild life - just what Dr. Earth ordered.’ -- Chris PackhamI love this book. It actually made me cry […] Jealous I didn't write it myself. -- Pam Ayres -- Sunday Times best-selling author and presenter.A gorgeous and true fable that will delight and inspire the next generation of young rewilders. -- Patrick Barkham -- Guardian writer and natural history author.'From the author of natural-history bestseller "Wilding" and inspired by real-life projects, a picture book about the benefits of letting nature take the lead. This forms part of the Ivy Kids relaunch as a sustainable imprint focused on environmental titles.’ -- The Bookseller, incl. March 2021 previews'charms young readers with the power of rewilding.' -- Nat Geo Traveller'This book will definitely get young minds thinking about their surroundings.’ -- City Kids'This book would sit brilliantly on any nature-loving child’s bookshelf.’ -- BBC Wildlife Magazine'A joyous tribute to mother nature and the benefits of rewilding, beautifully written to sow the seeds for a younger generation.' -- Discover Animals'brims with positive spirit.' -- BBC Countryfile

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Book SynopsisEveryone in Dinosaur Valley is ready for bed. But noisy neighbour Rory is keeping them awake with his super-loud snore. Can he learn to be considerate and maybe even put his snore to good use? Find out in this fun follow-up to the best-selling The Dinosaur Who Lost His Roar.

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Book SynopsisA wonderful story about a leopard that is adapted from an original African folklore tale. This paperback book comes complete with stickers for interactive storytelling which your little one can get involved in the story

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Book SynopsisA classically beautiful picture book from Helen Oxenbury and Ruth Krauss. Share the universal experience of growing up and discover the rhythms of the seasons in this wonderfully timeless story.A little boy, some chicks and a puppy live on a farm. They see the first signs of spring growing in the fields and the little boy asks his mother if he and the puppy will grow too. Of course you will, she assures him, and as spring turns to summer he sees his dog growing taller and the chicks become chickens. But as the seasons change and everything grows around him, the little boy feels like he has stayed the same. Can he really be growing too?This charming story will enchant younger readers and is perfect for sharing aloud. Beautifully presented as an illustrated paperback, it is the perfect book for all little children wondering if they're growing too.Trade ReviewPraise for The Growing Story: ‘A book to treasure’ Irish Examiner Praise for We’re Going On a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury: ‘Beautifully produced, written and illustrated, this is a classic work for any age at any period’ The Independent on Sunday Praise for Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll and Helen Oxenbury: ‘Simply one to own’ The Times

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Book SynopsisThis is the astonishing true story of Zeraffa, a giraffe who was sent as a gift from Egypt to France in 1826. A young boy, Atir, takes care of Zeraffa on her epic journey and the sailors sing songs as she gazes down at them. In France, Atir leads her through the countryside, and thousands of people marvel at Zeraffa. Paris falls in love with Zeraffa. The King builds her a special house in the Jardin des Plantes. On warm nights, the young princess visits, while Atir whispers stories to Zeraffa of a hot land far away. The amazing story by an award-winning author of a giraffe’s extraordinary voyage from Africa to Paris.Trade Review"The stunning illustrations by Jane Ray are full of the most amazing and atmospheric detail and capture the feel of each stage of the journey. A wonderful book.""An amazing story by an award-winning author"'assuredly this beautifully told and illustrated story is an example of the oft said ‘Truth is stranger than fiction.’‘ This is a magical book about a true story… Ray’ s illustrations … full of luminous colour and decorative patterns.. Hofmeyr’ s test, took has a romantic lyricism… Both the images and the text make us feel the wonder and love that Zereffa inspired.’ 'The inherently exotic figure of the giraffe is richly celebrated in this incredible true story … Jane Ray's beautiful illustrations bring this curious and unlikely story alive, capturing the magnificence of Zereffa in alien surroundings.’ ‘ Sumptuously illustrated… A fascinating book.’ ‘ exquisitely composed pictures’ ‘ Jane Ray’ s illustrations are, as always, magical… The curves and grace of the paintings; the details, colours and characters in the scenes all build to create a sense of beauty and care and wonder… The lush language...is the kind of language that we should be whispering into the ears of our young children and encouraging our older children to form with their own mouths. It is beautiful and evocative and mysterious. It is the kind of language that can take you on an adventure… I love the way the whole book mirrors the character of Zeraffa – graceful and wise, playful and mischievous, but always with an air of magic and wonder.’ ‘ The story of Zeraffa the Giraffe reads like a fairy tale. And is even more astonishing for being true! . . . Jane Ray's illustrations are absolutely beautiful, giving the true story of Zeraffa a mythical feel. Zeraffa is a lovely book to give as a gift. The story will appeal to younger and older children, and adults will enjoy reading it too.’ 'Gorgeous illustrations by Jane Ray enhance a topical tale by Diane Hoymeyr … Rich in detail ...make beautiful presents for over-fives.‘ ‘ Beautiful… Jane Ray’ s illustrations bring alive every detail.’ ‘ Wonderful… stunning… fantastic… The vivid illustrations really bring this amazing story to life.’ ‘ Hofmeyr’ s narrative is short, but packs a huge amount in, and Jane Ray’ s illustrations perfectly match the singularity and strangeness of the story, a fairytale that just happens to be true. Each spread is a delight, a chapter in itself, with so much to read, observe and wonder at. A very special book indeed.’ 'assuredly this beautifully told and illustrated story is an example of the oft said ‘ Truth is stranger than fiction.’ 'Each spread is a delight, a chapter in itself, with so much to read, observe and wonder at. A very special book indeed.' "This is a truly beautiful tale" "An amazing story by an award-winning author" "The stunning illustrations by Jane Ray are full of the most amazing and atmospheric detail and capture the feel of each stage of the journey. A wonderful book."

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Book SynopsisLola the sheep has the most extraordinary wool. It's soft and silky and is her pride and joy! But down on the farm, when the sun comes out, the wool comes off! Poor Lola is so upset by her haircut that she runs away to the far side of the farm where she sits all alone, waiting for it to grow back. And when it does, it's no longer silky, it's completely wild! But with it comes a wonderful surprise . . .Thanks to a tiny chick, this self-obsessed sheep learns an important life lesson; that great friendships are more important than simply having great hair. The Sheep Who Hatched an Egg is a funny, thoughtful, springtime story from award-winning, Gemma Merino, author of the bestselling The Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water and The Cow who Climbed a Tree.

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Book SynopsisMeerkat Mail is a brilliant picture book from Emily Gravett, the winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal. It has wonderfully detailed, witty artwork and a giant, glossy postcard flap to lift on every spread. Perfect for fans of The Jolly Postman – and meerkats!Sunny the meerkat lives with his enormous family in the Kalahari desert. They are all very close . . . so close, in fact, that one day Sunny decides it's just too crowded and packs his bags. He's off to visit his mongoose cousins. But from the watery world of the Marsh Mongoose to the nocturnal lifestyle of the Malagasy Mongoose, Sunny just doesn't fit in. And who's that shadowy figure who seems to be following him around?There's so much to enjoy, from the newspaper cuttings on the endpapers to the wittily accurate information about each mongoose species Sunny visits on his journey. With seven giant glossy postcards attached to the pages, this beautiful book is rich with comic detail and will keep any child entertained for hours.Trade Reviewessential for every suitcase or library * Sunday Times *Expressive, intricately detailed drawings * Guardian *the loveliest picture book I have seen this year * Bookseller *Exceptionally good * Publishing News *Gravett's pencil and wash style has both humour and bite * Independent *

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Book SynopsisNed the hedgehog is looking for a home in the cold, dark forest. He needs somewhere warm and cosy to sleep, but all he keeps finding are other creatures'' homes: rabbits'', foxes'', owls'', bats''. Will he ever find a snug safe bed of his own? This beautiful book is written and illustrated by award-winning author and illustrator Tim Hopgood.Yellow/Band 3 books offer varied sentence structure and natural languageText type: A story with predictable structure and patterned language.A map of the forest on pages 14-15 shows Ned''s journey and all the animals he encounters along the way.Curriculum links: Knowledge and understanding of the WorldThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisThe fourth unputdownable adventure in the no.1 bestselling SKANDAR series

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Book SynopsisThe Puffin Book of Stories for Five-year-olds edited by Wendy Cooling brings together stories perfectly suited for every five-year-old.A brimming collection of exciting stories, full of adventure and magic, by much-loved writers, including Margaret Mahy, Ted Hughes and Malorie Blackman. From a naughty pirate to a very lonely lion, children will love the amazing characters they meet in this timeless collection.Perfect for five-year-olds to share or read aloud. Wendy Cooling was educated in Norwich and then spent time travelling the world. On her return to England she trained as a teacher, and taught English in London for many years. She left teaching to work on the promotion of books and reading as Head of the Children''s Book Foundation (now Booktrust), and later founded Bookstart, the national programme that helps to bring books to young readers.

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Book SynopsisOne of our absolute favourites Zoe BallUtterly beguiling' Lucy Mangan, GuardianPlop, the Baby Barn Owl, is like every Barn Owl there ever was, except for one thing he is afraid of the dark.Dark is nasty he says and so he won''t go hunting with his parents. Mrs Barn Owl sends him down from his nest-hole to ask about the dark and he meets a little boy waiting for the fireworks to begin, an old lady, a scout out camping, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, a man with a telescope and a black cat who takes him exploring.Perhaps there is magic in the dark after all . . .Filled with gentle humour and giving comforting reassurance to nightime fears and anxieties, Jill Tomlinson's animal bedtime stories have been enjoyed by children for decades.This edition of The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark is beautifully illustrated by Paul Howard.Trade Review‘Utterly beguiling’ – Lucy Mangan, Guardian ‘One of our favourites’ – Zoe Ball

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Book SynopsisCelebrate The Best Bear in all the World with this official sequel to the beloved classic children''s stories by A.A.Milne.With brand-new stories from some of the most beloved children''s authors writing today: Paul Bright, Brian Sibley, Kate Saunders and Jeanne Willis each transports you back into the Hundred Acre Wood for more adventures with Winnie-the-Pooh, Christopher Robin, Piglet, Tigger, Eeyore and the rest of the beloved gang.This hardback edition features gorgeous illustrations by Mark Burgess, in the style of the cherished decorations by E.H.Shepard.This book will delight fans of the classic originals old and new. The short stories are perfect for bedtime reading with ages five and up.Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?Winnie-the-PoohThe House at Pooh CornerWhen We Were Very YoungNow We Are SixReturn to the Hundred Acre WoodThe Best Bear in All the WorldOnce There Was a BearThe nation's favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for over 95 years. Trade Review‘Winnie-the-Pooh has always been a very special (albeit funny old) bear, not least of all because his books are filled with wonderful words of wisdom.', Stylist magazine “With a rich storytelling heritage, the adventures of Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood represent friendship, simple joys and the curious and gentle nature of a child’s imagination.” – Vintage Explorer ‘Winnie-the-Pooh is packed full of timeless wisdom and words that will resonate with you whatever your age.’, The Independent

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Book SynopsisFrom the celebrated team behind Creepy Carrots!, Aaron Reynolds and Caldecott Honor winner Peter Brown, comes a hilarious (and just a little creepy) story of a brave rabbit and a very weird pair of underwear.Jasper Rabbit is NOT a little bunny anymore. He’s not afraid of the dark, and he’s definitely not afraid of something as silly as underwear. But when the lights go out, suddenly his new big rabbit underwear glows in the dark. A ghoulish, greenish glow. If Jasper didn’t know any better he’d say his undies were a little, well, creepy. Jasper’s not scared obviously, he’s just done with creepy underwear. But after trying everything to get rid of them, they keep coming back!Trade Review* "This strikes the ideal balance between frightening and hilarious, and like the underwear itself, readers are guaranteed to keep coming back for this storytime platinum!" -- Booklist - Starred Review * May 15, 2017 *"Reynolds dives even farther into elementary-grade horror here, balancing nicely between humorous and haunting in tone and events....Young horror fans will fall immediately in love with the terrifying undies and hope that accompanying merch is in the works." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books * July/August 2017 ** "Balances a really spooky premise with the hilarity that accompanies any mention of underwear....Perfect for those looking for a scary Halloween tale that won't leave them with more fears than they started with." -- Kirkus Reviews - starred review * July 2017 ** "Once again, Reynolds and Brown are in perfect comedic synch as they channel the surprises and creeping dread of a thriller. Brown’s noir-style b&w illustrations make the most of the premise, and the innate absurdity of being afraid of one’s undergarments will be a surefire winner with many kids." -- Publisher's Weekly - starred review * July 17, 2017 *"First introduced in Creepy Carrots, Jasper’s antics are equally humorous and appropriately but safely spooky. VERDICT An enjoyable and comfortably spine-tingling picture book for a Halloween or any day storytime." -- School Library Journal * August 2017 *"Humorous text...captures Jasper’s age-appropriate not-quite-a-big-kid dilemma. Brown’s noirish...illustrations—black, white, gray, and Day-Glo green—heighten both the silliness and the spookiness that are on display in equal measure." -- The Horn Book * September/October 2017 *

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Book SynopsisLift the flaps and join in the fun with this bestselling preschool classic, Hide-and-Seek Pig by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. Pig and Hen are playing hide-and-seek. But where on earth could Hen be? Can you lift the flaps and help Pig find out where Hen is hiding?With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, the Tales from Acorn Wood series has been delighting both parents and toddlers for over twenty years.Discover more stories in the Tales from Acorn Wood series: Fox's Socks, Rabbit's Nap and Postman Bear, Cat's Cookbook, Squirrel's Snowman, Mole's Spectacles and Badger's Band. Look out for new Acorn Wood story Dormouse Has a Cold.

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Book SynopsisCould you survive in the jungle?After being washed away down the Wainganga River during a flash flood, Mak wakes up alone in the Indian jungle. The jungle is full of danger - poisonous snakes, cunning monkeys and desperate poachers - and every step Mak takes might be his last.Mak finds help and friendship from other jungle creatures, but he will need all his skill and luck to survive and make his way back home.Spirit of the Jungle is a heart-stopping contemporary adventure inspired by Rudyard Kipling's classic The Jungle Book, from real-life adventurer Bear Grylls.

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Book Synopsis  Meet Besty Buglove in this magical picture book - a girl who LOVES bugs more than anything else in the world! In a big, bustling town lived a girl who loved bugs, from earthworms to ladybirds, woodlice and slugs. While spiders or ants might make some scream in fright to her, creepy crawlies were such a delight! If there’s anything to know about Betsy Buglove, it’s that, when she’s around, no bug ever has to worry about getting in trouble. Besty’s not afraid of sticky goo, tangled webs, or even muddy boots, no! On her sixth birthday she receives a special gift – a magic magnifying glass that allows her to speak to her fuzzy, sometimes slimy, friends. So get ready, becaus

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Book SynopsisIt's nearly Cedric the dragon's bedtime – there's just time for his mum to read him his favourite book. Unfortunately for her, Cedric likes the story so much that he wants to hear it again . . . and again . . . and again . . . A cross dragon is a fiery dragon, and Cedric ends up burning a hole right through the book!Again! is a typically funny and irresistible book from star author and illustrator, Emily Gravett, twice winner of the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal.Trade ReviewInventive . . . endlessly readable. * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisRabbit borrows a book about wolves from the library. He can't put it down! But soon a sinister figure with sharp claws and a bushy tail starts to creep right off the pages. You won't believe your eyes – but if you're a rabbit, you probably should.Brilliantly witty, ingeniously constructed, and with amazing artwork throughout, Wolves has thrilled critics and booksellers alike. Wolves was Emily Gravett's debut book, winning her the Macmillan Prize for Illustration and her first CILIP Kate Greenaway Award. This edition of Wolves features an additional mini book to cut out and keep; it's called 10 Little Rabbits, and it's Wolf's favourite book . . .Trade ReviewWe, too, have been swallowed up by the book * Sunday Times *Quite superb! * Books for Keeps *Full of entertaining and scary stuff * Guardian *

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Book SynopsisLily''s grandmother tells her all about the mysterious whales out in the bay, and Lily longs to hear their magical song. Gary Blythe''s richly evocative artwork creates an incredibly atmospheric world for a timeless tale of wildlife and wonder.This stunning, award-winning picture book has been refreshed and redesigned in a new edition, making it perfect for a new generation to share and fall in love with.Trade ReviewA book of haunting images . . . a wistful, elusive fable * Independent *

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Book SynopsisEmma loves going to Summerhill Stables for her riding lessons. One day she arrives to find that everyone is really worried. Tiggy, the stable cat, has disappeared. Emma hurts her ankle during her lesson and goes to sit down in the barn until she feels better. There she hears a strange squeaking noise and discovers that Tiggy has had three kittens! But the riding school can’t look after so many cats – what will happen to them all? A heart-warming read from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for fans of Magic Animal Friends or Animal Arc.

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Book SynopsisStep into the wild world of the Warrior Cats wild cat excitement, epic battles and tribal rivalry! Myths and legends surround the four cat clans, in this thrilling feline fantasy adventure.The thrilling saga of battling cat clans concludes in the sixth book of this fantastic feline fantasy.ThunderClan''s darkest hour is upon them, as Tigerstar''s quest for power plunges all the Clans into the most terrible danger any cat has ever faced. Fireheart prepares to pit his wits against his arch-enemy, but the real danger he must face is even more terrible.The time has come for phrophecies to unfold and for heroes to riseTrade ReviewPraise for A Dangerous Path "Brilliantly written by someone who knows what children like to read. Inspired." The Gateway "Another fabulous book in the excellent series… plenty of twists and turns. Any 9 to13 year old should have these books!" Kidaround ***** Warriors is the best series ever! A kid’s review, Amazon website Certain to please any young reader who has ever wondered what dreams of grandeur may haunt the family cat. Publishers Weekly Warriors: Into The Wild is the best book I've read in ages. It's really exciting… Even better than Brian Jaques’ Redwall. I can't wait for the next one! John Wood (age 12) Warriors: Fire and Ice. Characters remain true to their feline natures, adding to the plausibility of events in this tension-filled story. Readers will be happy to learn that another episode is in the works. Booklist Warriors: Forest of SecretsAnother dynamic episode sure to please series fans. Booklist

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Book SynopsisCome into the jungle for a noisy, rhyming animal adventure in this colourful read-aloud picture book! There's a rumble in the jungle, There's a whisper in the trees, The animals are waking up, And rustling the leaves ...Little ones will love looking at the colourful pictures and joining in with all the great sound words, as they discover lots of exciting jungle animals. Including lions, elephants, chimpanzees, zebras, hippos and more! Each page introduces a different animal, with a short read-aloud rhyme.From the author of international bestseller Giraffes Can't Dance.Trade ReviewA delightfully simple book * The Sunday Times *Bright colours, jungly music and animal sound effects make this collection of animal rhyming verse an agreeable romp . Splendid narration by Hugh Laurie will keep young readers engaged and amused * Books for Keeps *

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Book SynopsisWhen twelve-year-old Tam is sent to work at a bear farm in the city, he has never felt so alone. He hates seeing the cruel way the bears are treated, but speaking up will mean losing his job. And if he can''t send money home, how will his family survive?When a sick cub arrives at the farm, Tam secretly nurses it back to health and they develop an unbreakable bond. Tam swears to return his beloved cub to the wild, but how will they ever find a way to be free?Deeply moving and powerful, Moon Bear is an unforgettable story of compassion, hope, and bravery against overwhelming odds.Trade Review'Lewis cements her position as a major children's writer with a powerful new wildlife novel about the South-East Asian bear trade. Highly recommended.' * Fiona Noble, The Bookseller *'There is sufficient Laotian history and culture woven in to provide an authentic, intriguing setting, along with just the right measure of suspense.' * Kirkus reviews *'Gill Lewis' eye-opening account of bear farming is utterly chilling.' * Julia Eccleshare, The Guardian *'Moon Bear by Gill Lewis is a moving story about a boy and a bear in captivity in Laos. It shows how ideas of freedom are relative to one another, particularly nature and mankind, the city and the jungle.' * Jon Walter, WRD magazine *'It's rare when an exploration of so many important social issues is accomplished in such an entertaining and moving manner.' * Chris Brandon Whitaker, Kidliterati *

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Book SynopsisA fun-filled introduction to maps through the eyes of an adorable pigHenry is a very particular sort of pig. A place for everything and everything in its place, he always says. But when he looks out his window he is troubled. The farm is a mess!  Henry is worried that nobody will be able to find anything in this mess. So he draws a map showing all the animals exactly where they belong.  And Henry embarks on a journey through the farm, his friends tagging along as he creates his map: sheep in the woolshed, chickens in the coop, the horse in the stable. After the map is complete, Henry uses it to bring himself back home, where he is relieved to know that he is exactly where he belongs. A place for everything and everything in its place, indeed.For fans of Zen Shorts by Jon J. Muth or of Winnie the Pooh, this sweet romp through the farm is adorably illustrated by David Elliot, who created t

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Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

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Book SynopsisSoldier Dog by Sam Angus is an emotional, action-packed, moving book set during the First World War, perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo, with a new cover for the 100 year commemorations in 2018.'He'll always be true, faithful and brave, even to the last beat of his heart.'It's 1917. In the trenches of France, miles from home in England, Stanley is a boy fighting a man's war. He is a dog handler, whose dog must be so loyal that he will cross no-man's-land alone under heavy fire to return to Stanley's side, carrying a message that could save countless lives. But this journey is fraught with danger, and only the bravest will survive.As the fighting escalates and Stanley experiences the true horror of war, he comes to realize that the loyalty of his dog is the only thing he can rely on . . .Trade ReviewAmidst these harrowing events, the bravery and the trusting relationship built up between a dog and their handler shines through. The novel covers an unusual aspect of WW1 which would be a useful springboard to introduce the topic of trench warfare. * Carousel *Full of loyalty, bravery and the bond between one boy and his dog. It's a gem. * WRD About Books *

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Independent Bookshop Week Picture Book Award 2017.From the creator of Meerkat Mail and Dogs, comes a very funny rhyming woodland story about the perils of being too tidy.Pete the badger likes everything to be neat and tidy at all times, but what starts as the collecting of one fallen leaf escalates and ends with the complete destruction of the forest! Will Pete realise the error of his ways and set things right?Lush foliage and delightful characters abound in this cautionary tale of overenthusiastic neatness that delivers its message of environmental preservation with subtlety and humour. The freshness of the illustrations and the many comic details make this a very special book. Once you enter this forest, you'll never want to leave.Emily Gravett's engaging woodland creatures will appeal to fans of such classics as The Animals of Farthing Wood and The Wind in the Willows and the rhythTrade ReviewThe message is admirable and the cut-out cover enticing, but the greatest joy is in the comic expressions, hand-wrought images and witty detail. * Sunday Times *If you haven't discovered the brilliant wit and inventiveness of award- winning Emily Gravett yet, then this superbly illustrated rhyming adventure is a great place to start... Gravett's familiar minor cast of bemused bunnies and dishevelled foxes pop up throughout and the pictures are packed with comic detail. Superb. * Daily Mail *This beautiful book, illustrated in warm tones, is full of expressive, characterful animals and tells a charming story. Emily Gravett's place in the world of children's books is already established but in Tidy she excels herself and will delight new audiences. -- Jane Sandell * The Scotsman *Funny, rhyming woodland story with an environmental message * The Bookseller *Another sure-fire hit * Huffington Post *Can you think of a better way to show children the virtues of the forests and the dangers of losing them? I can't! * The Book Bag *A quirky rhyming woodland story about the perils of being too tidy * Irish Independent *a jolly introduction to taking care of the environment that's filled with humour and charm * WRD *

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Book SynopsisCould you survive in the jungle?Six months after his adventures in Spirit of the Jungle, Mak returns to the Wainganga River, where a conservation project is tracking the elusive wild elephant, endangered by loggers and poachers. When a young elephant is captured by an unscrupulous merchant, Mak and his friend Diya follow them into the heart of the jungle in a quest to set the animal free. But soon Mak finds that he must remember all his survival skills to escape danger.Inspired by Rudyard Kipling's classic The Second Jungle Book, Return to the Jungle is an exciting contemporary action-adventure from the nation's favourite adventurer, Bear Grylls.

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Book SynopsisLift the flaps and join in the fun with this bestselling preschool classic, Fox's Socks by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. Poor old Fox has lost his socks – can you help him find them? Are they in the kitchen or under the stairs? Are they inside the clock or hidden in a chest? Lift the flaps and find out!With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, the Tales from Acorn Wood series has been delighting both parents and toddlers for over twenty years.Discover more stories in the Tales from Acorn Wood series: Rabbit's Nap, Hide-and-Seek Pig, Postman Bear, Cat's Cookbook, Squirrel's Snowman, Mole's Spectacles and Badger's Band. Look out for new Acorn Wood story Dormouse Has a Cold.

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Book SynopsisLift the flaps and join in the fun with this bestselling preschool classic, Rabbit's Nap by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. Rabbit is trying to get to sleep, but everyone is being so noisy. Lift the flaps and find out who is keeping Rabbit awake! Will she ever have her nap?With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, the Tales from Acorn Wood series has been delighting both parents and toddlers for over twenty years.Discover more stories in the Tales from Acorn Wood series: Fox's Socks, Hide-and-Seek Pig, Postman Bear, Cat's Cookbook, Squirrel's Snowman, Mole's Spectacles and Badger's Band. Look out for new Acorn Wood story Dormouse Has a Cold.

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