Children’s / Teenage general interest: Celebrations, holidays, festivals
Penguin Random House Children's UK Dear Father Christmas
Book SynopsisA light-hearted festive fable about appreciation and gratitude reminding us that sometimes even Father Christmas deserves Christmas presents!But what would happen if Father Christmas wrote a letter? Surely, he couldn''t . . . could he?Working hard to deliver presents to children all around the world, Father Christmas realises that he has never received his own Christmas gift.Feeling fed up and underappreciated, Father Christmas decides to write his own letter. But, will the letter work? And if it does work, what happens if Father Christmas gets too greedy?
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Creature Choir
Book SynopsisSing your heart out with a whole choir of characters, in the showstopping new picture book from number one bestselling author David Walliams, illustrated by the artistic genius, Tony Ross!Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS’ PICTURE BOOKS: “Pre-schoolers will roar with laughter” – Daily Express “Part Aesop, part Spike Milligan… this is rollicking stuff” – Big Issue “Funny and with brilliant illustrations… sure to be another bestseller” – The Sun PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS: “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole “Dahl finally has a worthy successor” – Telegraph "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – The Sun
£7.99
Chronicle Books Little Ghostie: Finger Puppet Book
Book SynopsisNewborns will love learning about Halloween with Little Ghostie! Count along in this Halloween finger puppet book with a cute little ghost who shares a night of spooky fun with witches, black cats, and pumpkins. Featuring an adorable plush finger puppet that peeks into each lovingly illustrated page, this entry in the bestselling finger puppet series offers parents and children a fun, interactive way to celebrate Halloween as they build a love of books that will last all through the year.
£7.06
Abrams Murray Christmas
Book SynopsisFrom #1 New York Times bestselling A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo illustrator E. G. Keller comes a hilarious “first Christmas” picture book story told from a dog’s perspective. In this laugh-out-loud funny and charming holiday tale, lovable “patrol dog” Murray is put on high alert by all of the sudden changes around the holidays—from the tree in the living room to the laundry mistakenly hung by the fireplace, threats lurk everywhere! And worst of all? Some random guy in a red suit keeps showing up everywhere—and Murray is not impressed. Can he learn to embrace the festivities, or will Murray’s misguided attempts to protect his family ruin Christmas?“This is a perfect Christmas read-aloud; children will want to take this book—and Murray—home.” —School Library Journal (Starred Review)Trade Review**STARRED REVIEW** "This is a perfect Christmas read-aloud; children will want to take this book—and Murray—home." * School Library Journal *Funny details in the digital illustrations will keep readers in stitches. . .A delightful Christmas tale that shows a dog’s perspective on the holiday and all its trappings. * Kirkus Reviews *With understated comic storytelling and elegant, watercolorlike digital drawings, Keller’s holiday fable has the lighthearted wit of vintage New Yorker covers. * Publishers Weekly *A mix of full-page and panel art full of action, personality, and humor keeps the pace brisk. * The Horn Book *
£12.99
HarperCollins Pinkalicious Happy Birthday
Book SynopsisPinkalicious goes on a birthday adventure in this new Pinkalicious Level One I Can Read story, brought to you by #1 New York Times bestselling author Victoria Kann. Pinkalicious wants the most pinkatastic birthday party ever, and all she needs is some extra pink pizzazz.
£6.05
Little, Brown & Company The Spring Book
Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author Todd Parr captures the beauty of spring in this sweet and silly book about the wonders of a season. With his colorful illustrations, playful humor, and inclusive storytelling, beloved author Todd Parr has long been a favorite among young readers and caregivers. His books promote an essential message of love and acceptance that is inspiring, empowering, and accessible.Spring is here! The birds are singing. Everyone is sneezing—ACHOO! And change is in the air. From rolling down hills and dancing in the rain to celebrating mothers and honoring heroes everywhere, spring is a wonderful time of year! Todd Parr uses his signature blend of humor and heart to introduce young readers to all the delights of the season.
£7.83
HarperCollins Publishers My Party
Book SynopsisA wordless picture book about a birthday party. The photographs provide a window on all the preparations, the birthday tea, the guests arriving at the party, the gifts and the games. Come and join the fun!Lilac/Band 0 - wordless book that gives information through pictures and is designed to develop understanding about how information books work.Text type - Non-Fiction.Pages 14 and 14 recap the different stages of the party and preparations in a sequenced flow chart providing opportunities for further writing and speaking and listening activities.This non-fiction book is paired with a story on a similar theme; Oh Dear Me I'm Late for Tea by Alison Hawes.This book has been levelled for Reading Recovery
£7.62
HarperCollins Publishers Tap in a Pan
Book SynopsisThis non-fiction book by Sue Graves looks at festivals around the world, from Jamaica and China to India and Thailand.Collins Big Cat Phonics Progress books are specifically designed for struggling readers, giving them age-appropriate texts that they can read, building their confidence and fostering positive attitudes towards reading. This title has a text level of Band 1A / Pink A, which offers emergent readers very simple text supported by illustrations, and an interest level of Band 10 / White.Text type: An information bookA world map on pages 14 to 15 shows where the countries in the book are located to give children context and to help them recap information.Curriculum links: Geography, Citizenship
£7.71
HarperCollins Publishers Happy New Year
Book SynopsisThe start of a New Year is celebrated in different ways all over the world. Find out how inside!
£8.84
HarperCollins Publishers Caribbean Carnival
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelWear a bright costume, bang a drum, dance and sing. Come and join the carnival as the Caribbean islands celebrate in style!Topaz/Band 13 books offer longer and more demanding reads for children to investigate and evaluate.An information book.Curriculum Links: Geography
£10.20
HarperCollins Publishers PAW Patrol Picture Book I Love You Daddy The
Book SynopsisThe perfect book for your daddy''s birthday, Father''s Day, a new father, or for giving and sharing any time you want to say I love you daddy.Join the PAW Patrol in this celebration of heroic daddies and see how kind, funny, clever and adventurous daddies are.From saving the day and cheering you up, to playing lots of games and being a bit clumsy, daddies are fun to be around just like the PAW Patrol.Show your daddy just how much he means to you and add your own words to the story to make an extra special gift.The perfect way to say, I love you daddy'.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Taming the Dragon
Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers. The 7+ books are designed for children aged 7+ who need more practice to acquire phonics skills.
£9.08
HarperCollins Publishers Inc King Puck
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Lively pictures of Ireland's green country embellish the text, and children will have great fun pointing out the hidden fairies." -- Kirkus Reviews "Children will be drawn in by these lively, colorful pictures, and they will delight in discovering the fairies hidden everywhere." -- School Library Journal
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pinkalicious and the Pink Hat Parade
Book SynopsisPinkalicious and Peter both enter the Spring Hat Parade contest! Using paper, glitter, and tons of imagination, Pinkalicious creates a sparkly masterpiece, while Peter ends up in a sticky situation. Fortunately, Pinkalicious knows just how to save the day.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pinkalicious and the Pink Pumpkin
Book SynopsisPinkalicious is on a search to find a pink pumpkin in this pinkerrific new lift-the-flap book! With thirteen flaps that open to reveal hidden surprises on every page, Pinkalicious fans will be perfectly pleased!
£8.75
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pinkalicious Flower Girl
Book SynopsisAfter lots of madcap fun, Pinkalicious finds out that what people usually mean when they talk about a flower girl-and yes, she gets to be a flower girl in a wedding.Plus don't miss Pinkalicious & Peterrific on PBS Kids!
£7.25
HarperCollins Pinkalicious Eggstraordinary Easter An Easter And
Book SynopsisThis 8x8 storybook with a page of stickers sends the Pinkerton family on an eggsciting Easter scavenger hunt!When Pinkalicious wakes up on Easter morning, she finds a note from Edgar Easter Bunny that leads to a fun family day.
£7.37
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pinkalicious and the Perfect Present
Book SynopsisReaders can watch Pinkalicious and Peterrific on the funtastic PBS Kids TV series Pinkalicious & Peterrific!#1 New York Times bestselling author Victoria Kann is back with a new I Can Read story featuring Pinkalicious!
£7.27
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat Trick or Pete
Book SynopsisIn this lift-the-flaps book, join Pete the Cat from New York Times bestseller James Dean as he goes trick-or-treating.Pumpkins, candy, and costumes! With flaps that reveal fun Halloween surprises, this Pete the Cat holiday story is sure to be a sweet treat for your little trick-or-treaters.Follow Pete as he goestrick-or-treating from house to house and discover what is waiting behind each door.Life the flaps to reveal fun spooky surprises?this book is spooktacular!
£7.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pinkalicious Mothers Day Surprise
Book SynopsisStay tuned for a brand-new show coming in winter 2018 to PBS Kids: Pinkalicious & Peterrific!Pinkalicious plans to surprise Mommy with breakfast in bed and a special poem—until she gets a case of writer’s block!
£8.11
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancy Candy Bonanza
Book SynopsisThis favorite Fancy Nancy storybook about Halloween comes completes with 35 stickers!Today is Halloween, and Nancy can't wait to collect candy from each house she visits.
£6.63
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancy Super Secret Surprise Party
Book SynopsisJoin Fancy Nancy as she plans a surprise party in New York Times bestselling team Jane O'Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser's beginning reader Fancy Nancy: Super Secret Surprise Party.Shh! Fancy Nancy and her classmates are planning a surprise party—that means it's top secret!Trade Review"Throughout the narrative, fancy words are used and then explained in a clever method of vocabulary building, and the words are listed and defined on the last page." -Booklist -- Booklist
£6.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancys Fabulous Fall Storybook Collection
Book SynopsisThis beautiful hardcover storybook features six Fancy Nancy classics by New York Times bestselling team Jane O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser: Fancy Nancy: Halloween . Fancy Nancy: Fancy Day in Room 1-A; Fans of the Fancy Nancy series will delight in this collection filled with Fancy Nancy’s autumn adventures!
£10.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Grand Jeté and Me A Christmas Holiday Book for
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Grand Jeté is the elegant ballerina grandmother of every young aspiring dance student’s Christmas Eve dreams. Having been a dancer herself, she is an example of the powerful effect of seeing the world through eyes trained to create and appreciate beauty, and she turns the act of attending The Nutcracker into a performance itself. As it should be." — Gregory Victor, of the Jerome Robbins Foundation "Glasser’s years of ballet training are evident in the book’s illustrations, which depict the dancers exhibiting perfect technique. They’re also a beautiful testament to Balanchine’s choreography and Karinska’s beloved costumes, drawn here in exquisite detail. The character of Grand Jeté, with her long neck and upswept gray hair, also brings Kent’s delicate grace to the page." — Pointe Magazine "This charming tale of the annual holiday tradition of a grandmother and granddaughter in the heart of New York City is sure to warm your hearts and trigger memories of your experiences seeing The Nutcracker." — The Ballet Herald "The grandmother in the story...is pure delight for her young granddaughter, imparting ideas from her years as a ballerina herself. This is a wonderful picture book for children." — Dance Teacher "A little girl’s visit with her grandmother is filled with dancing from the moment the door opens at her New York City apartment…The detailed illustrations, featuring the New York City Ballet’s Nutcracker costumes and sets, are joyous and bubbly." — Kirkus Reviews “An easy addition to holiday collections, certain to appeal to Nutcracker fans and balletomanes.” — School Library Journal “Numerous engaging pictures will entice readers to take the time to pour over…this charming story.” — Booklist Online “Glasser’s kinetic, wispy artwork…warmly pays homage to ballet form onstage and off, capturing the text’s free-spirited, memory-centered vibe.” — Publishers Weekly “When the little girl visits her grandmother…dance infuses their ordinary moments." — Horn Book Magazine
£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Christmas to Color Coloring Book for Adults and
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£12.73
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Mother My Heart A Joyful Book to Color
Book SynopsisA perfect gift for Mother’s Day, this sturdy and brilliantly illustrated coloring book will delight adult coloring book fans as well as children.The tens of thousands of fans of Eleri Fowler's Joyous Blooms to Color have embraced it with such words as "beautiful," "a keepsake," "a delightful escape from reality," and much more.
£12.42
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Wise Words to Color Inspiration to Live and Color
Book SynopsisWise Words to Color offers a variety of Instagram-ready quotations and designs to color, guaranteed to inspire any recent graduate. With short words of advice from classic authors including Emily Dickinson and Walt Whitman, this book is a keepsake just waiting for your creative touch.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc LaughOutLoud Spooky Jokes for Kids
Book SynopsisFrom the #1 bestselling author of Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids comes a Halloween-themed joke collection with hundreds of spooky knee-slappers to make you cackle about monsters, mayhem, and more.
£7.84
HarperCollins LaughOutLoud Christmas Jokes for Kids
Book SynopsisThe #1 bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series returns with a timeless collection of hundreds of Christmas- and winter-themed jokes to make the season bright.
£7.73
HarperCollins Publishers Inc LaughOutLoud Awesome Jokes for Kids
Book SynopsisThe #1 bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series returns with a timeless collection of jokes for every occasion and every member of the family!
£7.91
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Words of Love to Color Sweet Thoughts to Live and
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£12.42
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Christmas to Color 10 Postcards 15 Gift Tags 10
Book SynopsisStep into a wintry wonderland with these 10 postcards, 15 cut-out gift tags, and 10 cut-out ornaments to color!
£8.57
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Santas Moose
Book SynopsisA holiday classic by the author of Danny and the Dinosaur, available again—and now with full-color art!Milton the moose wants to help pull Santa’s sleigh.
£7.22
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Grandmas Are Greater Than Great
Book SynopsisMillions of grandmas have led to one very, very special and unique person—you! Everyone has two grandmas, and every grandma has her own two grandmas. Traveling from generation to generation, this dynamic picture book offers young readers a bird’s-eye view of how daily life has changed over time.
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Night Before Christmas
Book Synopsis#1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Loren Long presents a fresh, modern take on the classic Christmas poem about a visit from Santa Claus in this gorgeous new edition.Trade Review"A visual treatment of an old poem that’s both nostalgic and fresh...Bring this one ho-ho-home. " — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Readers see a diverse quartet of families asleep in their beds on Christmas Eve and view Santa soaring through the sky to deliver presents to each abode. The eclectic architecture, décor, holiday decorations, family configurations, and pet menageries shape a welcoming and inclusive portrait of Christmas Eve peace, wonder, and anticipation. — Publishers Weekly (starred review) Long’s inclusive take on Moore’s poem focuses on four different families in four diverse dwellings....Details in the warm and expansive acrylic and colored-pencil illustrations clearly delineate each setting as well as draw viewers in and keep them riveted. — Horn Book (starred review)
£16.82
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Baby Loves Halloween
Book SynopsisThe perfect Halloween gift for your baby or toddler! With My Baby Loves Halloween, celebrate all the lovely things that Baby discovers about Halloween:Baby loves the crisp autumn air. Baby loves candy...Celebrate all the sweet things that Baby discovers about Halloween.
£9.20
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Baby Loves Valentines Day A Valentines Day
Book SynopsisBaby loves kisses and a loving embrace.Baby loves pretty red roses...Celebrate all the lovely things Baby discovers about Valentine's Day!This board book, the perfect gift for a new baby, features rhythmic poetry from Jabari Asim and adorable art from Tara Nicole Whitaker.
£8.88
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Happy Easter
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£8.04
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Good Egg Presents The Great Eggscape
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£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Welcome to the Party
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£16.35
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Welcome to the Party Board Book
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£10.26
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Lets Say I Love You A Valentines Day Book For
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£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Super Santa The Science of Christmas A Christmas
Book SynopsisTrade Review"This book will likely be a hit with precocious youngsters who are already skeptical of the Santa Claus tale. A fun thought-provoker for the scientifically inclined." — Kirkus Reviews "A soaring tribute to an annual feat that combines magic, science, and engineering." — Booklist "A rollicking tale that explains how Santa’s trip requires “a little science and engineering and a whole lot of Christmas magic." — Publishers Weekly “This super-entertaining book reveals the science behind Santa’s Christmas Eve magic.” — Horn Book Magazine "This STEM-oriented Christmas extravaganza speaks to elementary school-age readers and is a unique and entertaining take on Santa’s iconic voyage." — School Library Journal
£10.09
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Halloween Moon
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Kids captivated by Katherine Arden's Small Spaces will find a similar blend of chilling tales, hair-raising adventures, and deeper themes here.” — Booklist "Wonderfully shivery." — Kirkus Reviews “A great stand-alone read that you don’t need to wait for the fall holiday to enjoy.” — School Library Journal “An excellent choice.” — Booklist
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Christmassy Cactus
Book SynopsisMaybe if she were decorated like the Christmas tree, her little girl would notice her again.And so Tiny Cactus makes a wish—to be special, to be noticed, to be a part of the magic of Christmas. With the support of her friend and some Christmas magic, Tiny Cactus learns that wishes can come true if you believe hard enough.Trade ReviewLittle readers will be delighted by the holiday magic …This succulent successfully steals the spotlight from the ever-present evergreens. — Kirkus Reviews Kang’s enchanting illustrations are perfect for young children. An excellent addition to a holiday collection. — School Library Journal (starred review) The spiky protagonist makes a holiday wish, which remains ungranted through Christmas Day—until nature delivers a wondrous surprise. Kang uses charcoal, pencil, ink, and digital techniques to create soft digital renderings that emphasize creamy reds and greens, helping this empathetic portrait to blossom. — Publishers Weekly [A friendly-looking prickly pear cactus] doesn't get her desired decorations, [and] something magical happens that allows her to feel quite festive and part of the holiday, along with the loving family. — Booklist The text’s simple, vivid descriptors evoke the infectious bustle of holiday traditions. The reds and greens of Christmas decor within this family’s pink-hued household, shown on creamy, off-white pages, increase the coziness. — Horn Book Magazine
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Meanest of Meanies A Book About Love
Book SynopsisFrom the beloved New York Times bestselling #IMomSoHard duo, Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley, The Meanest of Meanies is a hilarious but heartfelt look at love and motherhood from the queens of modern motherhood themselves.Trade Review"Parents and children alike will find recognizable situations and attitudes in this gently humorous read." — Publishers Weekly
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Biscuits Christmas Storybook Favorites Includes 9
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£16.83
HarperCollins Publishers Inc What Would You Do in a Book About You
Book SynopsisFrom Zolotow Honor award-winning author Jean Reidy (Truman) and illustrated by Joey Chou, this lyrical picture book has pitch-perfect rhythm and rhyme and makes for a great read-aloud. No dream is too big or too small in this heartwarming, heart-building book about you!Trade ReviewWhen you use your imagination and tell your own stories, there are endless possibilities for magic, mayhem, fun, and learning. The layered, geometric illustrations burst with life and movement. The text has a call-and-response feel that lends itself to reading out loud. — Kirkus Reviews "Featuring upbeat rhymes and busy, cheerful animated art, this peppy, motivational read invites kids to imagine what they could do or be, during playtime and beyond." — Booklist "... by asking readers to consider the richness of their possible futures . . . this encouraging read will find itself at home among gifty books handed to milestone-approaching kids." — Publishers Weekly
£17.16
