Children’s / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories

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  • Uki and the Outcasts The Five Realms

    Faber & Faber Uki and the Outcasts The Five Realms

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom bestselling author and winner of the Blue Peter Best Story Book Award, Uki and the Outcasts is the first in a new trilogy set in the world of Podkin One-Ear.EXCELLENT,' says the bard. It's probably a good idea for you to know about him.'Wait . . . him? Who's him?' said Rue.Uki,' says the bard. Uki Patchwork. The Magpie Demon. Uki of the Two Furs.'From the Ice Wastes beyond the Cinder Wall emerges an unlikely hero. Rejected by his village and left to die, young Uki is given life and unique powers by a long-buried spirit from the time of the Ancients . . . and a life or death mission.Joined by two other outcasts a trained assassin who refuses to kill people and a very short rabbit who rides the fastest jerboa on the plains Uki must capture Valkus, the Spirit of War, before rabbitkind destroys itself in conflict.A thrilling new book set in the Five Realms o

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Seriously Extraordinary Diary of Pig

    Scholastic The Seriously Extraordinary Diary of Pig

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisPig 3: Pig, Duck, Cow and all the Sheeps are far away from theirFarm and beloved Vegetarian Farmers. More fun, parps, slops and unbelievableadventure from this much-loved set of characters. Completewith illustrations throughout and printed in a unique diaryformat.

    1 in stock

    £6.93

  • The Snail and the Whale

    Pan Macmillan The Snail and the Whale

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis"How I long to sail!" said the tiny snail.The Snail and the Whale is a delightful tale of adventure and friendship by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. One little snail longs to see the world and hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, past icebergs and volcanoes, sharks and penguins, and the little snail feels so small in the vastness of the world. But when disaster strikes and the whale is beached in a bay, it's the tiny snail's big plan that saves the day.This edition features the classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small!Also available with redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook's Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze. Trade ReviewBold and brilliant, wise and wacky * The Times *A joy to read aloud * Guardian *Lashings of colourful comedy * The Times *Deeply satisfying * Daily Mail *

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Orange Pear Apple Bear

    Pan Macmillan Orange Pear Apple Bear

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisDelight in a beautiful and very funny exploration of colour, the relationship between different objects, and the power of the imagination in this sturdy board book.Orange Pear Apple Bear is a wonderfully simple and engaging picture book from award-winning author/illustrator Emily Gravett. By rearranging just four words, Emily Gravett creates a series of playful images which are joyful and intensely satisfying. The loose energy of the pencil and watercolour pictures will be irresistible to adults and children alike.Perfect for reading out loud to very young children.Trade ReviewThis book is daring, original and a joy. * Sunday Times *Hold it in your hands and know that you're in the presence of greatness . . . Surreal, clever and enormous fun. * Bookseller *It should be handed out at birth. The perfect book to read aloud to babies. * Guardian *Emily Gravett's colourful yet sparse illustrations cleverly depict a bumbling bear interacting in many different and imaginative ways with the fruit mentioned in the title * BookTrust *

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Rainbow Bridge: A Visit to Pet Paradise

    Harbour Publishing The Rainbow Bridge: A Visit to Pet Paradise

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisAdrian Raeside has created a magical tale of adventure for pet lovers of all ages in The Rainbow Bridge. Using his gift for creating spunky characters, Raeside has created a valuable fable for anyone who cherishes the companionship of a family pet. Seven-year-old Rick and his beloved dog Koko are inseparable. They cavort in the swimming hole, chase each other through the fields, play fetch and wrestle. But their relationship changes as Koko grows old and his health declines. With Koko''s passing, Rick is devastated. But then one night, he is woken by Buster, a flatulent but well-intentioned messenger dog, who suddenly appears at the boy''s bedside. Buster ferries Rick to a magical paradise for pets where Rick is reunited with Koko; it fills Rick''s heart with joy. It''s a place where cats burrow through fields of catnip, no couch is off-limits to dogs and frisbees are flung endlessly. This mysterious adventure is truly a holiday miracle! Adrian Raeside captures the special bond between humans and their pets, and with marvelous illustrations, brings a gentle humour to a story that will resonate with children and pet lovers of all ages.

    1 in stock

    £8.10

  • Findus Goes Fishing

    Hawthorn Press Findus Goes Fishing

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisFarmer Pettson is in a bad mood and wants to be left alone, but Findus his talking cat wanst to cheer him up. He eventually persuades Pettson to go fishing and Pettson''s mood is transformed.

    15 in stock

    £13.49

  • The Enormous Crocodile

    Penguin Random House Children's UK The Enormous Crocodile

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisFor my lunch today, he said, I would like a nice JUICY little child.The Enormous Crocodile is planning what to have for his lunch. He''s the greediest croc in the whole river, and he wants to eat something juicy and delicious. But what can the greedy grumptious brute guzzle up? Beware! He''s looking for someone to feast upon... someone who looks a lot like YOU!The text in this edition of The Enormous Crocodile was updated in 2022 for young independent readers.

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Agents of S.U.I.T.

    Pan Macmillan Agents of S.U.I.T.

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisJohn Patrick Green is a human with the human job of making books about animals with human jobs, notably the smash-hit graphic novel series InvestiGators. John is definitely a multiple New York Times-bestselling human author and not just a bunch of animals in a trench coat pretending to have a human job. With over a million copies of InvestiGators in print, along with its spin-off-series Agents of S.U.I.T., John is a successful human being with only two hands and a normal amount of fur. He lives in a Brooklyn apartment that doesn't allow animals other than the ones living in his head.Christopher Hastings is a comics writer best known for creating the award-winning Adventures of Dr. McNinja and co-creating The Unbelievable Gwenpool. His other writing credits include Adventure Time, Deadpool, Quantum & Woody, and NYT-bestselling graphic novel adaptation of Five Nights at Freddy's: The Twisted Ones. Christopher also voices Frederick de Bonesby for the narrative play podcast Rude Tales of Magic.Pat Lewis is a freelance cartoonist/illustrator who lives in Pittsburgh, PA with his wife and two cats. His artwork has appeared in magazines such as Highlights for Children and Boys' Life, as well as books by Workman Publishing, Macmillan and McGraw-Hill. Some of his favorite things in this world are: flea markets, road trips, monster movies and snack-bar nachos. Oh, and drawing funny pictures for kids and adults.Trade ReviewFast, fabulous, and fantastically funny, the InvestiGators books are instant classics! -- Jamie Smart, the creator of Bunny vs Monkey, on InvestiGators.

    15 in stock

    £8.54

  • Goldilocks and the Three Crocodiles

    HarperCollins Publishers Goldilocks and the Three Crocodiles

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA fabulously funny take on a classic story from two giants of children's books!Goldilocks and her little dog are off on an adventure, looking for that house again the one with the chairs, the porridge and beds. The sound of the sea calls to them and before they know it, they have found quite a different sort of a house . . . there are bowls, and chairs and sort-of beds . . . plus some rather unexpected and hilarious inhabitants!From Michael Rosen, the highly regarded author of We're Going on a Bear Hunt, comes this wonderful new take on the famous nursery rhyme, brilliantly brought to life by David Melling, the creator of Hugless Douglas.Trade ReviewPraise for Snore! by Michael Rosen:‘Ideal for bedtime entertainment. Langley’s illustrations are delightful and larger than life.’ Guardian ‘From start to finish this book bristles with energy and humour, while the illustrations are just delightful.’ Our Baby ‘This superb book is packed with sounds and fun.’ Mother and Baby Praise for Hugless Douglas by David Melling:'A new Hugless Douglas book is always a cause for celebration.' Daily Mail

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Theres a Tiger on the Train

    Faber & Faber Theres a Tiger on the Train

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisOn an extraordinary journey to the sea, a tiger boards the train, along with a jungle of other animals - all without Dad even looking up from his phone! From debut author, Mariesa Dulak, and award-winner Rebecca Cobb, illustrator of The Everywhere Bear.You''ll never guess what happenedOn our trip down to the sea . . .A tiger in a top hatCame and sat right next to me!Off to the seaside they go on a rather . . . EXTRAORDINARY train journey. But will Dad ever look up from his phone?A boy and his dad board the train. Dad is stuck into his phone and misses the fact that a tiger boards the train too . . . and so does a family of hippos, and a band of crocs, and a mum with her piglets, and a pug in a boa or two . . .On the way to the seaside pandemonium ensues, and then the tiger roars . . . Has he finally had enough?And what will Dad say? Will he even notice?Shortlisted for Oscar''s Book Prize 2025Nominated for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration 2025Shortlisted for the UKLA Book Award 2025Shortlisted for the Indie Book Award 2024

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Donaldson J Gruffalo and Friends Super Sticker

    Pan Macmillan Donaldson J Gruffalo and Friends Super Sticker

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson is the author of some of the world's best-loved children's books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, which together have sold over 17 million copies worldwide, and the hugely successful What the Ladybird Heard adventures. Julia also writes fiction, including the Princess Mirror-Belle books illustrated by Lydia Monks, as well as poems, plays and songs and her brilliant live shows are always in demand. She was Children's Laureate 201113 and has been honoured with a CBE for Services to Literature. Julia and her husband Malcolm divide their time between West Sussex and Edinburgh.Axel Scheffler is a star illustrator whose instantly recognizable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. In addition to his picture books, Axel is the illustrator of wonderful novelty and gift books for Macmillan, such as the bestselling The Bedtime Bear, The Tickle Book and Mo

    15 in stock

    £9.49

  • My Friend the Octopus

    Chicken House Ltd My Friend the Octopus

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis From the bestselling author of Darwin's Dragons comes a high-stakes aquatic adventure, perfect for fans of The Murderer's Ape! England, 1893, and aquarium fever is at its height. Twelve-year-old Vinnie Fyfe works in the tea-shop at Brighton aquarium, and waits for her milliner mother to return from Paris. The arrival of a giant octopus changes her life for ever. Discovering a talent for art, Vinnie begins to draw the extraordinary beast. She soon realises she can communicate with the octopus through colour and – as a gripping mystery begins to unfold – discovers what true courage really means ... The second middle-grade historical adventure by critically acclaimed Lindsay Galvin, author of Darwin's Dragons A gripping Victorian mystery with a touching connection between a young girl and an octopus at its heart Strong STEM and natural history themes with an underwater twist Effortlessly blends exciting adventure with a rip-roaring historical mystery and non-fiction elements PRAISE FOR DARWIN'S DRAGONS: 'A striking and original adventure ... just the sort of story I love.' EMMA CARROLL 'WHAT a voyage! [Darwin's Dragons] is everything you hope it will be ...' LUCY STRANGE '[A] beautifully fictionalised story' THE TELEGRAPH

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Five-Minute Stories for 3 Year Olds

    Bonnier Books Ltd Five-Minute Stories for 3 Year Olds

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThree-year-olds will love this collection of seven brand-new stories, one for every day of the week

    15 in stock

    £6.64

  • The Gruffalo's Child: Hardback Gift Edition

    Pan Macmillan The Gruffalo's Child: Hardback Gift Edition

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin the Gruffalo's Child for a BIG adventure in this clever sequel to much-loved modern classic, The Gruffalo, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo's Child disobeys her father's warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn't really exist . . . does he?The Gruffalo's Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson's trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler's brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo's Child has followed firmly in her father's footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again!This hardback edition features the classic story plus extra content from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, making this the perfect gift.Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale.

    15 in stock

    £12.34

  • The Singing Mermaid

    Pan Macmillan The Singing Mermaid

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisTempted by the promise of fame and fortune, the Singing Mermaid joins a circus. The crowds love her, but the poor mermaid is kept in a tank by the wicked circus owner Sam Sly, and she soon longs to return to the freedom of her ocean home.The Singing Mermaid is a delightful tale from the stellar picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard. With brilliant rhyming verse, bright and distinctive illustrations this story is loved by children and parents alike.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, What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday and The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes.Trade Review[A] tip-top adventurous ballad which will hold its readers captive. * Guardian *a delightful rhyming adventure. * Daily Mail *

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • The Great Dog Bottom Swap: 10th Anniversary

    Andersen Press Ltd The Great Dog Bottom Swap: 10th Anniversary

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe day has arrived for the Dogs' Summer Ball. It's so high class, that each dog must remove their bottom before they are allowed inside the hall. But in the middle of all the frivolity something unexpected happens and the dogs have to make a hasty exit... with or without the correct bottom! 'Big, clever, funny' SUNDAY TELEGRAPH 'It's maybe my all time favourite kids' book' DAWN O'PORTER 'Unmissable!' BOOKSELLER Celebrating its 10th year in publication, this unmissable and hilarious picture book has been shortlisted for the Sheffield Book Award, the Best Children's Illustrated Book Award and the Roald Dahl Funny Prize.Trade Review"Big, clever, funny." * The Sunday Telegraph *"It's maybe my all time favourite kids' book" * Dawn O'Porter *"Unmissable!" * Bookseller's Choice, The Bookseller *"It's illustrated with beautiful simplicity, written with verve - and is like nothing else you'll read this year." -- Benjamin Secher * The Daily Telegraph *"Clever and inventive... great fun from an author with a superb sense of humour... this is a hilarious picture book for slightly older children and a great book to read aloud." * Northern Ireland Homes & Lifestyle *

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Crocodiles Knobbly Skin

    Art Publishers The Crocodiles Knobbly Skin

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisAdapted from an African folklore tale, this is a delightful story about a crocodile and how his skin got so lumpy and bumpy. This paperback book comes complete with stickers for interactive storytelling which your little one can get involved in the story.

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • How Rhino Got His Baggy Skin

    Art Publishers How Rhino Got His Baggy Skin

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe 8th book in the African Folklore series by Andrea Florens. This fictional childrens story tells how one of Africas Big Five the Rhino went from being pink with smooth skin, to grey with lots of wrinkles.This paperback book comes complete with stickers for interactive storytelling so that your child can get involved in the story.

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Mouse's Apples

    Andersen Press Ltd The Mouse's Apples

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisMouse is having a wonderful day: she’s foraged four plump apples for her tea, the most she’s ever found! But here comes Bear, and he’s feeling especially greedy and mean. He wants every apple for himself. Mouse might have to think up a clever trick to teach Bear a lesson…Trade Review"Fun to read aloud" * Kirkus *"A sweet, appealing and effective tale about the importance of sharing" -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *

    Out of stock

    £9.93

  • Are You My Mother Beginner books I can read it

    Random House USA Inc Are You My Mother Beginner books I can read it

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    15 in stock

    £8.86

  • Holidays According to Humphrey Humphrey the

    Faber & Faber Holidays According to Humphrey Humphrey the

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhen Humphrey learns that school is ending, he was unsqueakably worried. What would he do once he lost his job as classroom pet?It turns out that summer is wilder than Humphrey thought school could ever be. He sees new sights, makes new friends, and has FUN-FUN-FUN! But he also has to deal with new creatures, Og''s mysterious disappearance, and the scary-sounding Howler!

    15 in stock

    £6.29

  • Families Families Families

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Families Families Families

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisSuzanne Lang (Author) Suzanne Lang produces, develops and writes for children's television. She is a producer for Nickelodeon international's animated-shorts program and previously worked for Cartoon Network. Suzanne loves animals (especially cats and monkeys) and chocolate (especially with praline filling.)Max Lang (Illustrator) Max Lang is an animation director, storyboard artist, character designer, and illustrator. He codirected the film adaptation of The Gruffalo, which was nominated for an Oscar and a BAFTA, as well as the Oscar-nominated adaptation of Room on the Broom, which has won numerous awards, including an International Emmy, a BAFTA, and the Cristal for Best TV Production. Suzanne and Max live in England with their daughter and a trouble-prone cat.Trade ReviewFamilies can take many different shapes and forms and this engaging book looks at animal families in all their variety in a superb celebration of family life. It's an excellent way to introduce different sorts of families - animal and human - and to show that what counts, above all, is love. The wonderful illustrations are themsselves a celebration of difference, with plenty of different approaches taken to show animal families of all sorts. A great springboard for discussion. * Parents in Touch *Families can take many different shapes and forms and this engaging book looks at animal families in all their variety in a superb celebration of family life. It's an excellent way to introduce different sorts of families - animal and human - and to show that what counts, above all, is love. The wonderful illustrations are themsselves a celebration of difference, with plenty of different approaches taken to show animal families of all sorts. A great springboard for discussion. * Parents in Touch *

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Warriors Omen of the Stars 3 Night Whispers

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Warriors Omen of the Stars 3 Night Whispers

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisErin Hunter's #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series continues in Warriors: Omen of the Stars—now featuring fierce new art.

    3 in stock

    £7.59

  • What the Ladybird Heard at the Zoo

    Pan Macmillan What the Ladybird Heard at the Zoo

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Elephant Wellyphant NE PB

    Scholastic Elephant Wellyphant NE PB

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisWith five flaps to lift - this book is full of surprises to makeyou giggle. Who'll be your favourite elephant? The Fruit Jellyphant, or the ChocolateCaramelephant? Cinderellaphant, or maybe the stinky RudeSmelliphant?There's an elephant for everyone in this utterly original comic masterpiece.

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Veg Patch Party Kitchen Disco

    Faber & Faber Veg Patch Party Kitchen Disco

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisGlastonbury with veg! From the bestselling picture book team behind Kitchen Disco.The vegetables start waking up They stretch and rise and shine - They set up lots of stages, Cos it's VEGGIE PARTY time! Mud, rain, vegetables. A winning combination!A party season essential.' The Times (Kitchen Disco)Absurdly catchy . . . complete with blaring, psychedelic illustrations.' Metro (Kitchen Disco)Fantastic totally captured my son's imagination.' Parent/Carer, Time to Read Campaign (Kitchen Disco)Absolutely brilliant.' Librarian, Time to Read Campaign (Kitchen Disco)

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Rabbit and Bear This Lake is Fake

    Hachette Children's Group Rabbit and Bear This Lake is Fake

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisGorgeously illustrated and with a classic feel, this is a brilliantly funny story of a rabbit and a bear ... and how friends can manage in a not-quite-perfect world. Ideal for readers moving on from picture books.''A perfect animal double-act.'' The Times, Book of the Week Rabbit is fed up. Spring has come, but it''s not as perfect as he thought it would be. Bear thinks that if they work hard, they can make it better. But Rabbit has a Plan. He sets off across the lake in search of a perfect world. Crossing the water together, Rabbit and Bear learn many things, and discover that their perfect world may be closer at hand than Rabbit had thought. A story of hope, friendship, and an entire island made of bird droppings.''Rabbit''s Bad Habits is a breath of fresh air in children''s fiction, a laugh-out-loud story of rabbit and wolf and bear, of avalanches and snowmen. The sort of story that makes you want to send

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Loneliest Kitten

    Little Tiger Press Group The Loneliest Kitten

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisDarcy is delighted her lively new tabby kitten, Charlie, is settling in so well – if only he would just wear a collar! Then Darcy is picked to join her school football team and suddenly she hardly has any time for entertaining a kitten. Charlie is bored now Darcy has no time to play with him, so he ventures over the back wall to explore. There he meets a new friend, a cat-loving lady who makes lots of fuss over him. But Darcy soon starts to notice that Charlie keeps disappearing and one night he doesn’t come back at all. What if he doesn’t want to be her kitten any more? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children.

    15 in stock

    £5.99

  • Growing Home

    Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Growing Home

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £13.49

  • Elmer: A Classic Collection: Elmer's best-loved

    Andersen Press Ltd Elmer: A Classic Collection: Elmer's best-loved

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA collection of five of Elmer’s best-loved tales, bound together in a beautiful hardback with a stunning gold and green foiled cover. The perfect gift for fans of Elmer and his colourful adventures, and an ideal introduction for the very youngest readers. This treasury contains: Elmer Elmer and the Rainbow Elmer and the Lost Teddy Elmer in the Snow Elmer’s Special DayTrade Review"Full of humour and kindness, each story shows how difference can be celebrated by elephants – and by all of us!" * LoveReading4Kids *

    15 in stock

    £14.24

  • What Clara Saw

    Pan Macmillan What Clara Saw

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisCan a chimp chat, or a tortoise feel teary? Do animals help each other and do they feel love? When school teacher, Mr Biggity takes his class to the wildlife park he sets out to prove that humans are better than any other animal. Young Clara isn’t so sure . . . and the more she looks, the more she sees that animals are amazing . . . and that Mr Biggity knows almost nothing at all! Written by Jess Merserve What Clara Saw is a beautiful, richly illustrated book about the natural world, which reminds us never to underestimate the animal kingdom. Inspired by the touching and true story of Owen the orphaned hippo and his friend Mzee, the 130-year-old giant tortoise.

    15 in stock

    £6.64

  • Dolphin Boy: 15th Anniversary Edition

    Andersen Press Ltd Dolphin Boy: 15th Anniversary Edition

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover this spellbinding story from former Children's Laureate and author of War Horse Michael Morpurgo, and illustrated by multi-award-winning Michael Foreman. Jim lives in a Cornish fishing village – but since the fish disappeared, no one goes fishing any more. One day, Jim spots a dolphin beached on the sand, and soon the whole village is working together to return the dolphin to the water. The dolphin stays in the harbour, playing with Jim and the swimmers, but then the dolphin disappears... will Jim ever see him again?Trade Review"Michael Morpurgo's poignant narative, complemented by Michael Foreman's wonderful illustrations...It doesn't get much better." -- Mandy Caddy * The Times *"Lovingly illustrated in delicate watercolours, Dolphin Boy is the touching tale of a boy's unconditional love for a new-found friend that will thrill and engage." * The Good Book Guide *"Michael Morpurgo is a master storyteller and this tale of a fishing village struggling to survive... is no exception. For all ages, this is a beaufifully illustrated book." * Education Otherwise *

    Out of stock

    £7.59

  • The Abominables

    Scholastic The Abominables

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA classic from beloved author Eva Ibbotson - now with a brand-new cover from Jamie Littler. How do you smuggle a family of yetis from Tibet to England? When Agatha Farlingham is kidnapped by a yeti on a mountain in Tibet, she soon discovers that the hairy monster is clever and noble. His children are in danger from the modern world and he needs her help. She sends them on a top-secret journey to England and the safety of her ancestral home. But first she must teach them some manners. . . A rollicking adventure from the extraordinary imagination of one of Britain's most beloved storytellers.

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • MixedUp Dollhouse Gabbys Dollhouse Storybook

    Scholastic Inc. MixedUp Dollhouse Gabbys Dollhouse Storybook

    5 in stock

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    5 in stock

    £5.99

  • The Hospital Dog

    Pan Macmillan The Hospital Dog

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisWritten by the brilliant Julia Donaldson and stunningly illustrated by the award-winning Sara Ogilvie, The Hospital Dog is a big-hearted tale about a very special, very brave dog.Here is a dog, a Dalmatian called Dot,Is she quite ordinary? NO, SHE’S NOT!After their breakfast and a swim in the sea, Dot and her owner Rose jump on the bus to the hospital. Dot loves visiting the children of Wallaby Ward and they’re always pleased to see her too; from a crying baby to a bored teenager – a pat, a stroke and a cuddle with Dot cheers everyone up. But the work of the hospital dog doesn’t stop there and when one of her patients is in trouble, it’s up to Dot to save the day!Winner of the Indie Book Awards 2021 this fantastic rhyming story comes from the bestselling partnership behind The Detective Dog.Trade ReviewThe NHS and dogs; each keeps the nation’s heart beating. Trust Julia Donaldson, the rhymetastic author . . . to put the two together in a story that barks to our age. [P]aired with the supremely talented Sara Ogilvie . . . whose beautiful, humorous ink drawings match perfectly the bounding words. [T]he rhymes fly, the heart jumps. It’s guaranteed to give children and parents the literary equivalent of a giant welcome home wag. -- Alex O'Connell, Children's Book of the Week * The Times *The verse skips along as cheerfully as Dot on her way round Wallaby Ward. -- Imogen Carter * Observer *This is a truly wonderful book. The story is told in rhyming couplets which are delicious to read aloud and share with children. The bright illustrations are full of life, warmth, expression and tiny details that make this a wonderful book to come back to again and again. There’s always something new to see! The illustrations are inclusive in terms of ethnicity and disability which make this a brilliant book for all to read. * BookTrust *

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Bailey's Story: A Dog's Purpose

    Pan Macmillan Bailey's Story: A Dog's Purpose

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom W. Bruce Cameron, author of The New York Times and USA Today bestselling novel A Dog's Purpose, which is now a major motion picture!Bailey's Story is a heart-warming novel adapted for young readers from the beloved New York Times bestselling A Dog's Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron. When Bailey meets eight-year-old Ethan, he quickly figures out his purpose: to play with the boy, to explore the farm during summers with the boy and to tidy the boy's dishes by licking them clean (only when Mom isn't watching). But Bailey soon learns that life isn't always so simple - that sometimes bad things happen - and that there can be no greater purpose than to protect the boy he loves.

    15 in stock

    £6.64

  • National Geographic Kids Readers Hello Penguin

    National Geographic Kids National Geographic Kids Readers Hello Penguin

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisMeet amazing penguins from all around the world! Young readers will learn about penguins big and small in this new pre-reader from National Geographic Kids. Through text features such as a vocabulary tree and wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to vocabulary in concept groups – helping them make connections between words and expand their understanding of the world.

    10 in stock

    £5.87

  • x Battle of the Beetles

    Chicken House Ltd x Battle of the Beetles

    4 in stock

    Book Synopsis The spectacular finale to the BATTLE OF THE BEETLES series – perfect for fans of Roald Dahl! 'Truly great storytelling.' MICHAEL MORPURGO on BEETLE BOY 'I predict Beetle-mania' THE TIMES on BEETLE BOY 'Roald Dahl meets 101 Dalmatians in a rollicking ride, full of adventure with vivid characters' EXPRESS on BEETLE BOY From a secret Biome in the jungle, Lucretia Cutter plans to wreak wickedness on the world unless Darkus, Virginia and Bertolt can find a way to stop her. If they fail, she'll mass an army of giant Frankenstein beetles – and the planet will never be the same again. Humanity is under siege. The future depends on three children and their beetles ... The third and final book in MG Leonard's acclaimed trilogy, which began with Beetle Boy and Beetle Queen! Featuring exotic beetles, a daring quest, a mixture of bold male and female characters and a truly venomous villain The story follows Darkus, Bertolt and Virginia – and their beetle pals – as they investigate the wicked ‘Beetle Queen’ Lucretia From the author of the Adventure on Trains series, co-written with Sam Sedgman

    4 in stock

    £8.20

  • Dog ManA Tale of Two Kitties

    Scholastic Dog ManA Tale of Two Kitties

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisPetey the cat's been dragged into a tiny bit of trouble -- a double in the form of a super-cute kitten. Dog Man will have to work twice as hard to bust these furballs and remain top dog!

    15 in stock

    £9.49

  • Goodnight Moon: 75th Anniversary Edition

    Pan Macmillan Goodnight Moon: 75th Anniversary Edition

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA beautiful anniversary edition of the classic bedtime story with shiny gold cover flourishes – the ideal gift and perfect for sharing at bedtime to sooth small children to sleep.Featuring a look at the fascinating story behind the creation of one of the most famous children's books in the world, beloved by Michelle Obama and Neil Gaiman alike, as well as tips on how to get your child to sleep.In a great green room a little bunny is tucked up snugly and safely in bed and is getting ready to say goodnight to all the familiar things in his room, one by one.Margaret Wise Brown's comforting, rhythmic text accompanied by the warmth of Clement Hurd's classic mid-century illustrations make Goodnight Moon a timeless picture book, which is known and loved around the world.Trade ReviewThe sound of the words, the ideas they convey and the pictures combine to lull and reassure * New York Times *Rhythmic, gently lulling words combined with warm and equally lulling pictures make this beloved classic an ideal bedtime book * Christian Science Monitor *The words are like an incantation, a spell - intoxicating for children and mercifully unannoying for parents, even on the hundredth reading. * The New York Times *This gentle story, loved by generations of children, is the perfect book to read to your toddler at bedtime (and hopefully lull them to sleep too) * Mumsnet Best Books for 2 Year Olds (2nd April 2020) *The best lullaby-type book is Goodnight Moon . . . clever, sweet and just the thing before bedtime -- MumsnetFriends who are on their third child rave about it, and it is the accepted classic first book to buy for a baby * Irish Independent *

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Busy Zoo

    Pan Macmillan Busy Zoo

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisPush, pull and slide the tabs to meet the animals at the Busy Zoo! Make the giraffes' heads pop out of the trees, spray the baby elephant with water, watch the monkey acrobatics and feed the penguins.Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with a gentle rhyme and wonderful illustrations by Rebecca Finn, which is part of the Busy Book series. Busy Zoo has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Toy Guide.Listen along to an audio recording of this story by scanning the QR code on the back cover. Discover more of the Busy Book series: Busy Farm, Busy Pets and Busy Park.Trade ReviewIt’s really important to get children interested in books at a young age. Busy Zoo encourages this with interactive tabs and questions to answer on each page, which keep children’s attention, make reading fun and test their comprehension of the story. The push, pull and slide tabs help little ones develop their fine motor control. -- Dr Amanda Gummer * Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide *

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • The Gruffalo: Hardback Gift Edition

    Pan Macmillan The Gruffalo: Hardback Gift Edition

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisWalk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo!Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling phenomenon across the world. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. No home should be without The Gruffalo.This hardback edition features the classic story plus extra content from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, making this the perfect gift.Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale.

    15 in stock

    £12.34

  • Tyrannosaurus Drip 15th Anniversary Edition

    Pan Macmillan Tyrannosaurus Drip 15th Anniversary Edition

    15 in stock

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

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Making of a Ninja Teenage Mutant Ninja

    Random House USA Inc The Making of a Ninja Teenage Mutant Ninja

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles come to the big screen in a major summer 2023 theatrical event!Producer Seth Rogen and his partners at Point Grey Pictures take Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Donatello back to their DNA in this animated boys-to-men origin story. Boys and girls ages 3 to 7 will thrill to this full-color storybook based on the hit movie!

    15 in stock

    £5.99

  • Spidey and His Amazing Friends Dino Disaster

    Disney Publishing Group Spidey and His Amazing Friends Dino Disaster

    2 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    2 in stock

    £6.25

  • Dragon Post

    Walker Books Ltd Dragon Post

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA fiery story about friendship and asking for help from award-winning author-illustrator Emma Yarlett.One day Alex finds a dragon living under his stairs. He isn''t sure what to do - but luckily he knows just who to ask for help. Open the envelopes and read the hilarious letters Alex receives from the fire brigade, the butcher and more as he tries to take care of his new friend. Who would have thought having a dragon for a pet would be so tricky? A joyful, touching and vibrantly illustrated interactive book.PRAISE FOR DRAGON POSTAn adorable story Mail on Sundaythere is much fire-breathing comedy and five urgent letters to open. The Evening Standard[] an ultimately uplifting treat and one that will remain with the adult reader The Big IssueThis is a delightful picture book with an extra element of brilliance in the five letters included in the book, which are utterly hilarious, Trade Review“This is a delightful picture book with an extra element of brilliance in the five letters included in the book, which are utterly hilarious, clever, beautifully produced and full of puns and character.” * BookTrust *Featured in the Bookseller's children's previews for April '23 * the Bookseller *

    15 in stock

    £8.54

  • Room on the Broom A Push Pull and Slide Book

    Pan Macmillan Room on the Broom A Push Pull and Slide Book

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • PAW Patrol Pups to the Lookout Look and Find Midi

    Phoenix International Publications, Incorporated PAW Patrol Pups to the Lookout Look and Find Midi

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    15 in stock

    £7.64

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