Children’s / Teenage general interest: Farm animals

Book SynopsisWinner of the Oscar''s Book Prize 2019 This witty, resonant picture book is a manual for anyone''s life, young or old. Sunday Times Children''s Book of the WeekYou don''t have to ROAR to be heard...Meet Leonard - a lion like no other. Leonard''s best friend is Marianne, a duck. But lions chomp ducks, don''t they? What will the pair do when their way of life is threatened?From the New York Times-bestselling author of Max the Brave comes a powerful story celebrating daydreamers, individuality and the quiet courage to be yourself.Positive role models showing boys how to be a whole person are few and far between these days. This marvelous book triumphs in that essential job. KirkusChildren will feel empowered after reading such a deliberate story of unyielding strength and self-awareness. Thoughtful and provocative words to live by. School Library JournalgeTrade ReviewThis witty, resonant picture book is a manual for anyone's life, young or old. * Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week *Positive role models showing boys how to be a whole person are few and far between these days. This marvellous book triumphs in that essential job. * Kirkus *Leonard is a lion like no other: he loves poetry and daydreaming and his best friend is a duck. But how will the pair react when their way of life is threatened and the other lions insist Leonard should be fierce? Framed by a glowing palette of burnt yellows and oranges, and infused with humour and warmth, this thought-provoking fable celebrates courage, individuality and the power of words. * The Bookseller *The story's confiding, narrative voice draws readers in close, while bold, scrabbly ink lines by British author-illustrator Vere (the Max picture books) add life and giggles to Leonard and Marianne's friendship. Vere's fable makes a watertight-and charming-case for ignoring the pressures of conformity. * Publishers Weekly *Ed Vere just keeps getting better and better! How To Be a Lion features the very sweetest Lion, Leonard: a dreamer rather than a chomper, and, most importantly, a great friend. Just because you're a lion doesn't mean that you have to roar, and, in fact, the world would probably be a better place with less roaring, and more time spent on Leonard's thinking hill. Vere's language is beautifully warm and reassuring, whilst retaining a lovely originality, and is gently reminiscent of Winnie the Pooh. A perfect book for all thinking lions (and all clever ducks, too). * BookTrust *This is a book that challenges children's assumptions and demonstrates that situations look different from different perspectives. It champions staying true to oneself and sticking to one's principles and by one's friends regardless of what others think. The book also beautifully highlights the power and beauty of the written and spoken word... Children will feel empowered after reading such a deliberate story of unyielding strength and self-awareness. Thoughtful and provocative words to live by. * School Library Journal *How to be a Lion is beautiful - this should come as no surprise as Ed Vere is always a phenomenal artist, but his words can stand on their own and they form a beautiful meditation on the power of being different, ignoring the herd (in this case the pride) and being true to your beliefs, yourself and your friends; and in knowing that tough decisions do not have to be faced alone...It is usually extremely hard to find a picture book of the year but for me, I think, it may be How to be a Lion! * Teen Librarian *

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Book SynopsisA sweet touchy-feely book, just right for sharing with babies and toddlers. The furry textures are a delight to touch, and even very young babies will reach out to touch them.Trade ReviewIf springtime puts you in the mood for some fun on the farm, you will love That’s Not My Lamb. There is a lamb on every page but none of them is quite right (too fluffy, too woolly) until the very last page. * The Sunday Express *Perfect for [Easter]... another cracker for the collection. * The Sun *

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Book SynopsisJoin Bo on as he gets to work on his very own farm, including raising alpacas, milking cows and bringing in the peanut harvest. Zoom: Farm Adventure is the next entry is What on Earth Books' Zoom series of 36-page board books written by Susan Hayes, with peek-a-boo holes throughout and a surprise popup.

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Book SynopsisFrom musician and New York Times bestselling author Rory Feek, comes The Cow Said Neigh!, a fun and humorous tale of farm animals who wish they were like the other animals . . . which leads to a barn full of confusion! Children will laugh out loud when the cow wants to run free like a horse, the sheep wants a snout like a pig, and the dog wants to be inside like the cat in this charming farm story.The Cow Said Neigh! will teach children 0 to 4 animal sounds with clever rhymes, characteristics of farm animals, and how to celebrate the unique strengths in each of us This delightful board book is perfect for reading out loud at home or in classrooms; baby showers, birthdays, or any gift-giving occasion; parents with toddlers and preschoolers; and fans of Rory Feek and Joey+Rory. Trade Review'Feek has written two bestselling adult memoirs about life on his Tennessee farm, and he's half of country music duo Joey+Rory, which he formed with his late wife. It's no surprise, then, that in his first book for children, the setting is a barnyard. From a barn window, a cow looks out longingly at a horse cantering in a nearby field: 'If I were a horse, I could run free all day,' the cow muses. Then it tries out its horse persona, letting out 'a big . . . NEIGH!' Each spread follows a similar pattern: an animal thinks another has a better deal and, as a first step toward enjoying that creature's appealing life, lets out its signature call, from quacks to oinks. The story could have wrapped up with reminders to find gratitude for one's own gifts and avoid the perils of a grass-is-greener outlook, but Feek keeps both the mood and message light with a conclusion that celebrates silliness. Together with Robert's expressive, cartoon-bright illustrations, the playful text, filled with sound effects and refrains, will likely encourage rowdy, participatory read-alouds.' * Publishers Weekly *Engagingly written by Rory Feek and charmingly illustrated by Bruno Robert, The Cow Said Neigh!: A Farm Story is the picture book story of some peculiar farm animals who wish they were like other animals on the farm. The cow wants to run free like a horse, the sheep wants a snout like a pig, the dog wants to be inside like the cat. Soon the entire farm is in chaos! With its silly farm animal sounds, clever rhymes, and adorable art, The Cow Said Neigh! will have kids ages 4--8 laughing out loud as they celebrate the unique strengths in each of us. A delightful picture book is sure to be read time and time again and highly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections. * Midwest Book Review *

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Book Synopsis"I adore Duck and Tiny Horse. Funny, silly and totally original." - Josh WiddicombeSpaghetti Hunters is a brilliantly funny and wonderfully silly picture book, featuring a duck, a tiny horse and quest for spaghetti, from the award-winning Morag Hood – creator of The Steves, I Am Bat.Duck has lost his spaghetti, and Tiny Horse has a plan to save the day. But what exactly do you bring to a Spaghetti Hunt? A spade, a fishing rod, a jar of peanut butter, cutlery and some binoculars, obviously.Searching far and wide, Tiny Horse catches worms, a ball of string, even a snake – but no spaghetti. Disaster! Until Duck consults a recipe book and armed with flour, eggs and a pasta maker, sets about making his own spaghetti.This infectiously comic story encourages reading and home-cooking, teaching children about where food really comes from.Trade Reviewwacky and funny . . . will make mealtimes giggly * Sunday Times *

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Book SynopsisIntroduce your little one to Bob and Ginger, two adorable guinea pigs who love gardening!Bob and Ginger will show little ones how to grow fruit and vegetables in this sweet children''s book. It''s perfect for encouraging children aged 3-5 years to spend more time in the garden.Visit Bob and Ginger in their beautiful garden filled with vibrant red strawberries, glossy green spinach, pretty purple aubergines, and more! From clearing the garden of weeds and planting seeds to learning how to make compost and finally harvesting their crops, kids will love following their green-fingered gardening adventures! A rainbow of fruit and vegetables come to life through vibrant, distinctive illustrations. The sweet, simple text and exciting storyline ensure that young readers stay engaged. Packed with lots of opportunities for meaningful parent-child interaction, this delightful gardening book is perfect for growing little gardeners! Inside this engaging

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Book SynopsisRusty the dog has gone missing! Can Poppy and Sam find him in time for their Halloween party? Little children will love looking through the peep holes and touching the textured pages in this charming book with bats, pumpkins, spiders and the adorable animals of Apple Tree Farm to spot on every page. And of course, the little yellow duck!

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Book SynopsisIt's the end of a busy day on Apple Tree Farm. Join Poppy and Sam as they say goodnight to all the animals, including Woolly the sheep, Curly the pig and Daisy the cow. With touchy-feely patches, flaps to lift and the Little Yellow Duck to spot on every page, this charmingly illustrated book is perfect for sharing with little ones at bedtime.

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Book SynopsisPeppa is very excited for her first trip to the petting farm with her friends!She can''t wait to hold and stroke all the little animals, including chicks and guinea pigs. Which animal will she cuddle next?At the petting farm, Peppa and Rebecca Rabbit don''t just get to play with the cute animals - they also learn how important it is to wash your hands! Meet the farmer, Mrs Badger and learn all about a petting farm in this new Peppa Pig adventure, perfect for little animal fans.

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Book SynopsisThere are lots of farm animals and objects to match in this entertaining card game for young children. There are 52 snap cards (13 matching sets of 4), with labelled pictures showing a tractor, pigs, cows, lambs and lots more. The game can be played with fewer cards to make it easier for younger players to join in.

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Book SynopsisPeppa is very excited because her friends Mandy Mouse and the Panda Twins are coming round for a play date!Peppa, Mandy, Peggi and Pandora have got lots of ideas for fun and games to keep everyone entertained. Mummy and Daddy Pig make sure that Peppa and friends have a brilliant day!This is the first story book featuring Peppa''s new friends Mandy Mouse and Peggi and Pandora Panda.

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Book SynopsisPookie and Mom get ready to welcome the whole family for Thanksgiving in this gentle and captivating board book from the beloved and bestselling Sandra Boynton.It’s Thanksgiving! Join Mom and her little Pookie as they prepare for the yummiest of holidays. Told and illustrated with Sandra Boynton’s celebrated charm, Pookie’s Thanksgiving is filled with a cornucopia of family, gratitude, and pie! Oh, POOO-KIE! Little POOO-KIE! It’s time to start baking! Thanksgiving is here! There are pies that need making! Trade Review"Boynton’s precocious little pig is back in this holiday installment. The family gets ready for Thanksgiving by baking pies, welcoming Nemmy and Boppa for dinner, and sharing gratitude (and pie!). Boynton’s familiar rhyming text and simple, thick-lined illustrations are exactly what readers have come to expect from this series: Pookie is a little silly, the story bounces along, and the artwork is warm and cozy...True to form, it’s a toddler-friendly read, providing context for the festivities and a sweet representation of gratitude." * Kirkus Reviews *"On Thanksgiving Day, Little Pookie (Spooky Pookie; Merry Christmas, Little Pookie) helps make apple and pumpkin pies and sets the table with his parents before Nemmy and Boppa arrive. After dinner, the pig family members each share what they’re thankful for, with Pookie’s closing “and pie” leading to a joyful dessert-eating final spread. The simple rhyming text features excited asides from Pookie (“Ooo! Butter!”) that fans of this series, especially young listeners, should enjoy along with Boynton’s ever-pleasing signature illustrations. A board book embracing family togetherness to be “so thankful for” this season." * Horn Book Magazine *"A new addition to Pookie and Mom’s adventures, and they are getting ready for a Thanksgiving feast. At the center of their holiday celebration is food, family, and an abundance of gratitude. Pookie and Mom move about their kitchen, noting some of the important steps on their pie-making journey. “Here’s a spoon and a bowl. We will both wash our hands, then we’re ready to roll! … 1 apple, 1 pumpkin are the pies we are making.” Pookie and Mom take pride in their preparations and cannot wait to welcome their three dinner mates. Once their meal is done, they take turns sharing what they are thankful for. “I am thankful for midnight, and moonlight, and stars.” “I am thankful for family, and being together.” This book is a direct introduction to gratitude for the youngest listeners and readers, softly wrapped in the charm of Boynton’s accessible sketches, pig characters, and primary and complementary colors. VERDICT A board book worthy of addition to home and early education libraries." * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisDr Dolittle meets Dick King-Smith in this funny, charming animal adventure from pop-star, presenter and award-winning farmer JB Gill. The perfect next read for fans of Michael Morpurgo''s Mudpuddle Farm and David Baddiel''s Animalcolm! ''Ace couldn''t believe his ears. NO WAY did a pig, two goats and a donkey just speak!''When Ace receives a surprise gift from a long-lost relative, he and his amazing grandparents pack up their life in the city and move to the countryside to live on a run-down farm.And there''s an even bigger surprise in-store for Ace when he tries on some magical new wellies and realises he can talk to animals! He''s going to have to master this new skill to take on the evil Councillor Crabbington, who is determined to shut down the farm!With a little help from Ginger the Pig, some squawkative hens and a new best friend, Ace must find a way to save the farm before CouncillTrade ReviewAce is a young boy who lives with his eccentric and extremely loving grandparents. Their colourful characters play a big part in the story, helping keep it very entertaining and a pleasure to read for any young child . . . This is a fun read and comes highly recommended. -- Prudence Wade * The Independent *

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Book SynopsisJoin Poppy and Sam for a tour of Apple Tree Farm and all of its noisy animals. There's a different animal to hear on each double-page, including Woolly the Sheep, Curly the Pig and Clucky the Hen. At the end, all the farm animals make their noises together. And, of course, the famous little yellow duck is hiding somewhere in each picture.

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Book SynopsisYoung children will love exploring the innovative noisy novelty elements as they discover adorable baby animals with See, Touch, Feel Farm Babies from Priddy Books.Filled with classic See, Touch, Feel style artwork, this chunky board book is packed full of cute baby animals for young children to discover. This fun format features pull-tabs with an innovative noise mechanism built in, which means children can play as they learn about different farm animals. Young children can engage with the pages as they answer questions and pull the tabs to reveal the answers. The simple text and mix of vibrant photographs and artwork are sure to delight toddlers as they learn.

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Book SynopsisFirst paperback edition in this topical non-fiction collection about sustainability, now expanded to include new material. A child follows a day in the life of Milly the cow, as she munches grass with her friends, drinks gallons of water, makes cow pats in the field, and visits the milking parlour with her farmer. Milly’s milk is made into butter, cheese and yoghurt. This series encourages children to be environmentally aware by understanding where their food comes from. Each book is full of information that has been fact checked, yet presented in a simple and stylish way to spark the interest of both young children and adults. There is a simple quiz and fun facts at the end to explain more about dairy farming and produce, and this new edition includes a gallery of cow breeds, and a simple recipe using milkTrade Review‘A perfect introduction to how milk is produced…There is rich vocabulary: herd, parlour, dusk, bulge, guzzles, and a word quiz and milk facts reinforce new word learning.’ Just Imagine;‘Attractive, clear illustrations enhance the text. This important book, endorsed by The Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers, teaches young children how their food is produced and helps them to appreciate their environment.'The English Association;'The text is fact-filled but never dull.' Books for Keeps;‘A lovely introduction to how milk is produced … The series would be a wonderful addition to discussions on sustainability … an entertaining and informative read.’ The School Librarian; 'A factual picture book with simplistic yet adorable illustrations that comes as one of a four-part collection showing children where their food comes from and what farms are like.' Big Issue North;‘Ask a group of young children where milk comes from and if my experience is anything to go by, some of them will name a supermarket. Now here’s a simple picture book, the first of a series, that goes right back to grass roots.’ Red Reading Hub;‘An enlightening and entertaining new picture book series which helps children to understand where their food comes from… and just how precious it is … Message in a bottle for your little eco-warriors…’ Wigan Today

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Book SynopsisCome and help the LEGO® City farmers on a busy day at the farm! Little LEGO fans can bring the farmyard to life as they push, pull and slide the tabs in this fun board book.Make the LEGO bricks move – drive the tractor through the fields, collect the eggs from the hen house and then slide the scene-changing mechanism to have fun at the farmer's market!Helps creative minds to:- enhance motor skills- develop hand-eye coordination- play as they read- be imaginativeLEGO® City. Farmyard Fun is a great gift for toddlers with inquisitive fingers and minds. Add to the collection and bring more of the LEGO City to life with LEGO City. Space Mission, LEGO City. Safari Resuce, LEGO City. Police Patrol, LEGO City. Fire Station and LEGO City. Building Site.

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Book SynopsisBased on the viral tweet from actor Vincent D’Onofrio comes a heartwarming story about a girl, a pig, and a radical act of kindness that will lift even the heaviest of hearts In this spare picture book, a little girl forges a bond with a pig on her farm, taking note of the unfair truth that because their bodies evolved to forage for food on the ground, pigs can’t look up. Inspired by empathy, the little girl determines and plots to hoist the pig up to see the stars, and in doing so, sees herself. Originally written as a tweet by actor Vincent D’Onofrio, the limited and poetic text morphs into a beautiful story of friendship and kindness in this bold and graphic picture book.Trade Review"Cunningham’s delicate illustrations are moving and lovely. A tender tale with a reminder to look up and all around us.” * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisThey're called Indestructibles. They could just as well be called the unstoppables! As in they don't stop selling (shipping over 1 million copies a year), don't stop pleasing, and don't stop filling an essential need for new parents: a book made for the way babies "read," with their hands and mouths. Old MacDonald Had a Farm is the E-I-E-I-Oh! classic that introduces baby to the world of farm animals and the different ways each has of talking-the pig with his oink-oink, the cow with her moo-moo, and the baa-baas, cluck-clucks and quack-quacks that fill the farmyard. * Rip Proof-made of ultra-durable tight-woven material* Waterproof-can be chewed on, drooled on, and washed! * Emergent Literacy Tool-bright pictures and few or no words encourage dialogic reading * Portable-lightweight books can go anywhere, perfect for the diaper bag and for travel * Safe for Baby-meets ASTM safety standards

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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 that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.Have you ever been to a farm? Get ready to meet a playful group of animal friends at the barn and see all the fun and mischief they get up to in this story.

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Book SynopsisAxel Scheffler's My First Search and Find: On the Farm is jam-packed with farm animals, from baaing sheep to mooing cows, neighing horses to crowing cockerels!Preschoolers can explore the big scenes, find the animals and objects, and read the name labels in the panels. With a friendly mole to spot in each scene, there is plenty for parents and children to talk about and return to again.There are seven different scenes, illustrated by Axel Scheffler, bestselling illustrator of The Gruffalo, and sturdy tabs for young children to find their favourite pages.Discover more animal adventures from Axel Scheffler: Pip the Puppy, Lizzy the Lamb and The Noisy Farm Book.

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Book SynopsisThis adorable book gives young readers an up-close look at baby cows on the farm. Vibrant photos closely match the text to help early readers build vocabulary. The book also includes a table of contents, a picture glossary, and an index.

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous new picture book celebrating the joy of spring based on the Emmy-award winning TV series The Adventures of Paddington!Something very exciting is going on at the City Farm three eggs are about to hatch and it's Paddington and his friends' job to watch over them. The trouble is that Paddington's egg is taking rather a long time to hatch! Will he be able to stay awake?

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Book SynopsisPaddington can''t wait to help out at the City Farm but when he forgets to shut the gate, all the animals escape!Official World Book Day 1 bookBased on the award-winning animated preschool series, The Adventures of Paddington, this is the story of when Paddington spent a day at the City Farm helping his friend Baaz prepare for the grand opening event. Unfortunately Paddington forgets to shut the gate and all the animals scarper! Will he manage to get them all back in time for the big opening?

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Book SynopsisJoin Jenny Peckles and her chicken friends for a wild, rhyming adventure perfect for fans of Hairy Maclary and Oi Frog!Jenny Peckles lays eggs with speckles.Featherly Botts lays eggs with spots.Sally McSquawk lays eggs that can TALK?!Hang on a minute Down on Old Worrall's Farm, the hens are laying their eggs and FAKING spots, stripes, sparkles and speckles. Why? Because they all want to BE IN THIS BOOK!But it turns out spots, speckles and talking eggs aren't what makes these chickens special. For this bunch of intrepid chickens, real life is FAR more exciting

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Book SynopsisArrrrr me hearties! Peppa and her friends are having lots of fun playing pirates at Danny Dog''s house, especially when Grandad Dog takes them on a special pirate mission.Grandpa Pig''s taken his golden treasure, can Peppa and her pirate pals find it? This new Peppa Pig adventure is perfect for little pirates everywhere!

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Book SynopsisBeep! Beep! Meet Blue! Filled with truck sounds and animal noises, Little Blue Truck is a rollicking homage to the power of friendship and the rewards of helping others.A muddy country road is no match for this little pick-up—that is, until he gets stuck while pushing a dump truck out of the muck.Luckily, Blue has made a pack of farm animal friends along his route. And they''re willing to whatever it takes to get their pal back on the road.Little Blue Truck is a joyful cacophony of animal and truck sounds that will have youngsters beeping and quacking—and begging for one more go-round! This padded board book edition is perfect for snuggling.Along the way, readers see that it pays to be kind to our animal friends. If we show a friendly respect to others, we’re more likely to get help when we’re, say, stuck in the muck in a truck!

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Book SynopsisJoin the fun on the farm!A charming story from award-winning author Michael Morpurgo, hilariously illustrated throughout by Shoo Rayner, and perfect for readers of 5 and up.Two funny farmyard stories for younger readers.Mossop's Last Chance:There's mice in my barley sacks, there's rats in my roof and now there's mice in the corn bin. This time I've had enough. If you aren't up to the job, you will have to go.Mossop the old farm cat likes to sleep and not much else! So when Farmer Rafferty tells him to catch twenty-six mice by sunset, all the animals have to pull together to give Mossop one last chanceAlbertine, Goose Queen:Good morning, Madam, I've come to eat you. Your friends have all gone. There's no one to help you now. They're all very stupid, aren't they?A fox is on the loose, and all the animals except Albertine the goose have hidden themselves inside. Albertine is safe on her island in the pond at least so she thinks, until the fox starts swimming towards herTrade ReviewPraise for Michael Morpurgo: “Michael Morpurgo writes brilliantly about war and animals, conveying the big emotions without preaching.” Guardian “Champagne quality over a wide range of subjects.” Daily Telegraph “There are few children’s writers as compelling as Michael Morpurgo.” Daily Express “Morpurgo, as always, is subtle and skilful, and incorporates social and moral issues into his writing without being self-righteous or detracting from the quality of the narrative”Elizabeth Reilly, British Council “The former children's laureate has the happy knack of speaking to both child and adult readers.” Guardian

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Book SynopsisIt's lunchtime and the farmer's hungry, but his lunch box is empty! He turns to all the animals on his farm for help, the sheep, cows, horses and geese, but they are all being very secretive. Are they hiding his lunch, or a much bigger and better surprise? The delightful illustrations develop the text, providing lots of points for discussion.

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Book SynopsisFollow the life of a chicken - from its early days as a chick hatching in its nest, to laying eggs of its own, in this photographic information book by Elspeth Graham.

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Book SynopsisA charming story collection from Michael Morpurgo and illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees full of friendship and adventure, and perfect to read together Full of friendship and adventure, these three uplifting stories capture the wonder, muck and magic of a city child's week on the farm.Join in the daring rescue of a lost lamb, meet a boy who saves a family of swallows, and discover how Barney the horse forever changes the life of the girl who looks after him.From Michael Morpurgo, co-founder of the charity Farms for City Children, and illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees, this charming story collection for young readers celebrates the countryside and the way its landscape and animals can leave an impression on a child's heart forever.Trade Review PRAISE FOR MICHAEL MORPURGO 'From the first sentence of a Michael Morpurgo book, you know you are in the hands of a natural storyteller’ Guardian ‘Michael Morpurgo is one of the country’s most respected authors for younger children’ The Times

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. The 7+ books are designed for children aged 7+ who need more practice to acquire phonics skills. They have age-appropriate content, more mature images, and are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 35.Hanako''s family visit a city farm where, unbeknownst to them, a hen lays an egg in Hanako's bag. The egg hatches and the chick is adored by Hanako, her dad and the cat, Tora. But her mum thinks poor Cheep is a messy waste of space! After a few months of trial and tribulations, Cheep grows into a hen and lays an egg in the same bag she started life in. Hanako uses it to cook a Japanese egg dish and Mum finally starts to accept the hen into the family!Blue/Band 4 books offer longer, repeated patterns with sequential events and integrated literary and natural language.The focus sounds in this book are: /ch/ /sh/ /th/ /ng/ /ai/ /ee/ /igh/ /oa/ /oo/ /oo/ /ar/ /or/ /ur/, and adjacent consonants.Pages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

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Book SynopsisA charming story collection from Michael Morpurgo and illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees full of friendship and adventure, and perfect to read togetherTake part in the heroic rescue of a fishing boat in trouble, meet a boy who makes an extraordinary discovery in the vegetable patch, and find out how a farm cat forms a very special connection with a young Ukrainian girl.These three uplifting stories capture the wonder, muck and magic of a city child's week on the farm.From Michael Morpurgo, co-founder of the charity Farms for City Children, and illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees, this charming story collection for young readers celebrates the countryside and the way its landscape and animals can leave an impression on a child's heart forever.Trade Review‘From the first sentence of a Michael Morpurgo book, you know you are in the hands of a natural storyteller’ Guardian

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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 that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.Take a trip to the petting farm and explore all the exciting activities you can do there, from meeting the animals to riding in a tractor, in this simple fiction story.Pages 14 and 15 contain an I Spy feature with a specific phoneme focus, which uses visual support to help children embed phonic knowledge.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

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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 that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.Follow Old MacDonald as he works around his farm. Look out for all of the friendly farm animals, and listen to the noises they make.Pages 14 and 15 contain an I Spy feature, which uses visual support to help children explore the themes and sounds contained within the book.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

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