Early years / early learning concepts

Book SynopsisHelps your baby discover all about colors and shapes with touch and feel textures. This book presents various textures such as twinkly, bumpy, scaly, silky, sandy, sticky and shiny. It is suitable for encouraging tiny fingers to explore and tiny minds to develop.

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Book SynopsisA beautiful, lyrical picture book celebrating all kinds of birds and how they inspire and move us.Birds come in many different colours, shapes and personalities - but they all make our imaginations soar. This stunning picture book takes a poetic look at all kinds of birds - loud, quiet, big, small - and celebrates their impact on our lives. From the happy songs that greet us every morning to the messages of peace they bear, this colourful picture book invites the reader to appreciate the beautiful birds all around them.Trade Review“Thought-provoking and lyrical […]” * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisThis gorgeous Ladybird treasury of eight classic, traditional tales is guaranteed to delight and entertain young children. Each favourite fairy tale or story has been sensitively retold for modern readers and the lively mix of adventurous heroes, dastardly creatures and classic characters is perfect for young children everywhere. An ideal gift, it comes complete with a ribbon page marker, shiny foiled cover and captivating illustrations.The content includes Jack and the Beanstalk, The Elves and the Shoemaker, The Gingerbread Man, The Three Little Pigs, Sly Fox and Red Hen, Town Mouse and Country Mouse, The Pied Piper of Hamelin and The Three Billy Goats Gruff.

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Book SynopsisJessica Greenwell grew up in Wolverhampton then studied English at Leeds University. She joined Usborne in 2008 and has since written lots of wipe-clean, sticker, colouring and noisy books. She lives in Oxfordshire with her husband and three young children.Trade ReviewAn ideal way for children to learn pencil control and have fun at the same time. * Parents in Touch *The Wipe-clean Alphabet is one in a wonderful series of interactive books to introduce young children to the alphabet and basic letter writing. The pages of the book are made from thick glossy card which is easy for little hands to turn, and are packed full of wonderfully cute, colourful and appealing pictures and illustrated scenes that children will love studying. The great feature of the book is that the pages of the book can simply be wiped clean, ready for writing on again. In our opinion, this is a really educational book for preschool children which teaches them about letters of the alphabet in a fun and uncomplicated way. * First4Dads *

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Book SynopsisFelicity has worked for Usborne for over 30 years and has written and edited hundreds of titles, from books on tractors to genetics, from Shakespeare to mental health, and plenty of sparkly unicorns. Felicity is an expert in making tricky topics friendly and accessible to young children and recently has been writing books that celebrate feelings, friendship, empathy, families, and diversity. When she's not writing or researching very specific details on dinosaurs, Felicity can be found tramping through fields and forests foraging for food or just curled up with a bag of Twiglets, a couple of cats and a crossword.

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Book SynopsisGet on the roller-coaster ride for a fast-paced visual treat, with rhythmic text and wacky illustrations by CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal nominees.Shortlisted for the Association for Science Education Book of the Year 2017''Perfect to introduce and explore different parts of the body, which is now a bigger part of our curriculum in KS1 science than ever before.'' - Books Teachers LoveJump on board and take a ride around the human body on our read-aloud, rollicking rollercoaster. Created by CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal nominees Gabby Dawnay and Alex Barrow, prepare to take your inquisitive youngster on a visually led, fast-paced rhythmic trip, from bones to muscles, feelings to sleep. This book is bursting with energy and fun - the perfect way to introduce your enthusiastic little one to a key school topic. A Roller-coaster Ride Around the Body has been designed to promote learning through imagination and humour, building visual

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Book SynopsisThis stylish, design-led cased non-fiction book explores animals from all corners of the world.

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Book SynopsisPea pods, cucumbers and strawberries provide plenty of opportunities for counting in the garden! Follow Dad, Grandma and other family members as they pick and count. Hidden numbers on every page give readers an opportunity to search and learn.Trade ReviewCounting, hidden numbers to find, and fun facts are included in these two books. The first one presents 11 vegetables, from 1 tomato to 11 peppers, resulting in 12 plates of salad for a family. Each page records the harvesting with sentences featuring 11 different verbs and alliteration adjectives and nouns, which will encourage vocabulary expansion. The second title describes construction from the ground up, with "One big plan for making a big building" to a handy enumeration of the machines needed to complete it, culminating with "Twelve stories tall, the new building gleams in the sun." "Fun Facts" includes information about the world's tallest structure (the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario) and a listing of occupations connected with construction. In both books, bright, bold illustrations on full spreads make the items easy to count. Multiple uses and learning opportunites make these titles useful purchases. * School Library Journal *These Know Your Numbers titles are a pleasant departure from the cartoonish artwork and uninspiring design exhibited by many picture books in series. They feature inviting, bright illustrations that are digitally rendered but give the impression of textured cut-paper and they liven up a potentially dry topic – counting – with enticing real-world situations: building a skyscraper, harvesting vegetables to make tossed salad for dinner. Though both books are well done, (One Big Building) perhaps shines brightest. Little ones will find Ouren's bustling workers and vehicles in bold primary colors mesmerizing and they'll love counting all 12 stories of the finished building, so tall that the horizontally formatted book must be rotated 90 degrees to accommodate a picture of it. Sidebars depict each number in three different ways -- as a word, a digit, and a series of dots -- and the numerals hidden somewhere on each spread will keep children engaged. * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisHenry is a good helper! He can even help with the washing.

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Book SynopsisA lively picture word book to help very young children build their vocabulary. Playful illustrations combine with the simplest text, as children are introduced to zebras, lions, crocodiles and seals. Peep-through holes on every page will fascinate young readers.

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring story, based on the author's childhood in Soweto in the 1970s. In spite of the bleak surroundings in the township, Nokuthula's parents were able to maintain a joyful, celebratory home life.

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Book SynopsisBabies will love this special fold-out roundabout book with lots of animal friends that's perfect for tummy time and getting them talking.Talking to a baby is the easiest and most enjoyable way that parents and carers can help them learn and develop. Chatterbox Baby has been specially created to help bathe babies in language - the key to later speech and understanding.Babies will squeal with happiness when they see and touch all the friendly creatures in Amazing Animals. This special fold-out roundabout book is perfect to set up on the floor for tummy time. There are lots of animals to see, and the pages have large textured areas to touch and explore. Amazing Animals also introduces animal sounds for carers and babies to roar, squeak and splash along with. The charming art and lots to talk about on every page mean that this book is sure to become a firm favourite. Also available: Farmyard Friends, Go, Car, Go!

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Book SynopsisBabies will love this bright and bold touch-and-feel book about vehicles that's perfect for getting them talking.Talking to a baby is the easiest and most enjoyable way that parents and carers can help them learn and develop. Chatterbox Baby has been specially created to help bathe babies in language - the key to later speech and understanding. With a touch-and-feel on every page, the charming art and engaging text in Let's Go! gives parents and babies lots to explore, touch and chat about together.Also available: Chatterbox Baby: Words, Numbers, Shapes, Colours, Animals

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Book SynopsisOver 190 pages packed with words and pictures of amazing animals, perfect for getting toddlers talking. These little books have LOTS of pages featuring more than 200 words, sounds and bright pictures all about favourite animals. They are great for supporting curious toddlers who are learning to speak and to recognise pictures. There's even a little flip character waving from the bottom of every page! Also available: Vehicles I Like

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Book SynopsisWith new creepy-crawly friends to meet, colours to name, things to spot and lots to count, this peek-through book is perfect to share with little ones. Toddlers are learning new things all the time, and these fun books with peek-through pages are perfect for introducing colours and counting in a fun way. With a search-and-find game at the end and a hidden creature to spot on every page, this book will have little ones coming back for more.Also available: Under the Sea, Deep in the Jungle, On the Farm

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Book SynopsisBring iconic figures to life by lifting the flaps and turning the wheel! Play and learn by helping Dolly get ready for a show and discovering the differences people can make in the world.Flip-flap, turn and play with this brand-new series of interactive novelty books that introduce the life and work of important people in pop culture, history, literature, art, activism, science and more. Also available: Have You Heard Of? RuPaul Charles

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Book SynopsisWho's in the egg? Help Mummy Hen find her chick in this fun, bright Easter story!Funny illustrations, friendly characters and lots to spot make this bright picture book appealing for preschoolers and parents like. Mummy Hen's egg is just about to hatch, but she can't find it! Join her as she looks for it and finds all sorts of surprising animal babies along the way.A perfect gift for Easter!

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Book SynopsisA fun-filled sticker activity book based on the preschool Christmas favourite, Dear Santa, packed full of activities and games, plus over 200 stickers.Toddlers will be busy for hours with the Dear Santa Sticker Activity Book, full of Christmas-themed activities, colouring in and games that are specially designed for preschoolers. Join in the festive fun with matching games, sticker shadows, patterns and more – perfect for keeping little ones busy at Christmas!Rod Campbell, the creator of preschool favourites has been a trusted name in early learning for over forty years, and the perennial classic, Dear Zoo has been a firm favourite with toddlers and parents alike since its first publication in 1982.

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Book SynopsisEase little ones into the get-ready-for-bed routine with this warm and cosy bedtime book. Aided by Mum and Dad, a sister and brother enjoy a little snack, relaxing baths, time for brushing teeth, stories, lullabies, back rubs, and hugs. Cheerful, soft illustrations and reassuring text set a tone that helps toddlers feel good about settling down to sleep. (As the narrator explains, 'I do my best growing when I'm sleeping.') In the morning, the children will yawn, stretch, and be a little bit bigger, a little bit stronger, and a little bit smarter - all because of a good night's sleep. It features a dynamic, award-winning author/illustrator team of the best-selling "Best Behavior[trademark]" series. An unique and fresh series look and design complements gentle and reassuring text. Books engage toddlers in facing daily routines and transitions with confidence. Tips for parents and caregivers are included at the end of each book. It is ideal for both home and childcare settings.Trade Review2011 Preferred Choice Award Winner -- Creative Child Magazine "Perfectly attuned to the smallest readers."--School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisWe've all seen it--the nose-picking habit starts as early as the toddler years, and no child is the exception. Young children pick their noses for a variety of reasons, from colds to allergies to curiosity or boredom. This board book for toddlers and preschoolers is the answer to the age-old question "How can I get my child not to pick, especially not in public?" With gentle humor and kid-friendly support, this board book for toddlers and preschoolers helps guide little ones away from nose picking toward healthier habits, like using a tissue and washing their hands. Catchy words help children remember what to do; vibrant full-color illustrations bring the words to life. Throughout, the positive message shines through: noses are for breathing, sniffing, smelling . . . but not for picking!Trade ReviewExtensive tips for parents and caregivers on ways to gently discourage nose-picking through modeling, respect, redirection, and persistence. A positive approach to a difficult subject. "Kirkus Reviews"" Provides children with reasons to avoid picking their noses (avoiding germs), alternatives ( Pick a tissue not your nose ), and extensive suggestions for parents wrangling with this particular habit at home. "Publishers Weekly"" "Provides children with reasons to avoid picking their noses (avoiding germs), alternatives ("Pick a tissue not your nose"), and extensive suggestions for parents wrangling with this particular habit at home." --Publishers Weekly "Extensive tips for parents and caregivers on ways to gently discourage nose-picking through modeling, respect, redirection, and persistence. A positive approach to a difficult subject."--Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisGet ready for an art adventure! Using paint, colored paper, clay, and other basic art supplies, preschoolers learn to tap into their natural artistic abilities with fun-filled projects shown through easy-to-follow, colorful photos. From making bubble prints and color collages to turning a T-shirt into a Super Kid cape, every activity is designed to spark imagination, learning, and creativity.

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Book SynopsisTurn each page to peek into a scene and discover and name 60 amazing animals on the farm, in the countryside, and in the ocean. The peek-and-learn book features brightly colored illustrations and simple pre-school text, making it a fun, interactive book for preschoolers. Children both learn to visually identify the animal and its spelling. Sturdily casebound board book, ideal for young children.

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Book SynopsisIf people count sheep to fall asleep, then. what do sheep count? Flowers, says this beautifully fanciful dream of a book. Sunflowers, roses, geraniums, jasmine. And there's lots of OTHER things you probably don't know about sheep.Sheep have neither pajamas nor pillows nor slippers. They tell bedtime stories about rhinoceroses and airplanes. They ONLY fly when they're sleeping, like butterflies circling the sun. In fact, there are sheep that sparkle in the dark like stars and fireflies. Or are there? Look closer at the light-as-a-laugh paintings by Amanda Mijangos, and you just might start wondering if all those adventurers are children in sheep's clothing!

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Book SynopsisJoin Bear for a whole day of adventures! Little ones can place more than 250 reusable stickers to dress Bear for the weather, match shapes at school, decorate for a birthday party and more. Based on the bestselling Bear series, this endearing sticker book offers young children an opportunity for both structured and creative hands-on learning.

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Book SynopsisDiscover amazing prehistoric animals and expand vocabulary with this bright and adorable dinosaur board book!From the #1 bestselling science author for kids comes a simple and engaging introduction to the first dinosaur words every baby should know. With 100 colorful illustrations to look at and talk about, this is the perfect tool for your budding paleontologist.Each spread in this primer focuses on 8 to 12 words related to dinosaurs—from spinosaurus to microraptor, Jurassic to Cretaceous, spines to frill to horns and more! Chris Ferrie's latest offering is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to even the youngest readers—after all, it's never too early to become a dino expert!

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Book SynopsisFeaturing capital cities, provinces and territories, this lyrical book is filled with whimsical illustrations that celebrate the diverse landscape, heritage, and outdoor traditions that make Canada unique. Hear the cry of the loon in Ontario, play hockey on Winnipeg's river ice, toboggan in Quebec City, and hike with moose under summer skies in Newfoundland. From forests to wetlands, and mountains to tundra, and prairies to tide pools, this early concept book showcases native species, iconic landmarks, and wildlife habitats found in these regions across Canada.Explore Canada is an excellent introduction for early readers to explore this wild and wonderful country!

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Book SynopsisAll aboard and come join children's illustrator Jocey Asnong on a colorful adventure through the magical landscape of the Canadian Rockies!Featuring a fun selection of favorite mountain animals from Western North America, this lyrical alphabet book teaches letter recognition to early readers and also showcases numerous internationally renowned landmarks throughout the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Go for a canoe ride at sunset on Lake Louise, climb high, snow-capped peaks with a mountain goat and learn to ski with an adventurous grizzly bear.Jocey's vibrant illustrations and playful imagination bring the alphabet to life for young children in a little book that shares with everyone the love of being outdoors.

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Book SynopsisExplore the very important jobs that dogs do every day with this photographic ode to working dogs.Through ice and snow,I run with my pack.Towing my friendsDown the track.Preschoolers will explore adorable dogs and their jobs in this photographic celebration. When Dogs Work explores the real jobs that dogs do! From guide dog to water rescue dog to actor—these marvellous dogs may surprise you!   In rhythmic text perfect for an energetic read-aloud, When Dogs Work points out the incredible skills that dogs have. Bright photographs of the working dogs will help preschoolers identify the “uniform” of each working dog.The book’s Toddler Tough format with a padded cover, rounded corners, and extra-heavy pages makes it a sturdy choice for endless story times.  

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Book SynopsisSeeing new things and learning new words opens so many doors for children! With this unique book, youngsters follow a bustling family through their busy day. The story unfolds through simple header sentences and bright, detailed illustrations.

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Book SynopsisThis early-learning play set has 12 sturdy play pieces and a board book in which to put them. Teaches key first concepts in a playful way and helps develop early problem-solving and motor skills. Farms are a perennially popular children's theme. The set features bright and bold photographs sure to appeal to young children.

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Book SynopsisHere’s a button. I wonder what happens when you press it? From a singing button to a tickle button, from a rude sound button to a mysterious white button, there’s only one way to find out what they do... A remarkable adventure powered purely by imagination, where the sounds, songs and play are completely up to you and whoever you're sharing this wonderful book with. This picture book will take you on a magical journey of colour, imagination, and play with a wind-down bedtime ending (unless you’re asked to read it again). “The last one is a sleep button. Good night, children. More confirmation that children’s book creators are unsung geniuses.” New York TimesTrade Review"Bouncy and mischievous, Sally Nicholls's The Button Book is illustrated with giddy, infectious energy by Bethan Woollvin" * Guardian, Children's Books of the Year *"Wonderfully illustrated... The last one is a sleep button. Good night, children. More confirmation that children’s book creators are unsung geniuses." * New York Times *"This beautifully simple concept takes readers on a magical interactive journey, powered only by imagination and play. Fresh and charming, with lots of scope for children–and adults–to join in." * The Bookseller *"Nicholls' simple, silly narrative and Woollvin's colorfully childlike illustrations result in a fun picture book that incorporates shapes and colors and that can be used at home and in libraries and classrooms." * Kirkus *"Each button is made distinct by a specific setting and palette, with Woollvin—an exceptional colorist—utilizing one hue at a time to highlight her black-and-gray illustrations, which makes for dynamic visuals as the pages go by." * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisFrom beeping buses to zooming rockets this is a charming introduction to things that go. With vibrant, retro-inspired images by leading textile designer Jane Foster, this will make the perfect gift for a new baby or first birthday.

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Book SynopsisLovingly chronicling the little daily trips that children and parents take, from the supermarket to the swimming pool to the corner shop. Each location is depicted in clean, bold lines and block colours in the style of children s classics Miffy and Elmer and named in both Bengali and English.

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Book SynopsisLovingly chronicling the little daily trips that children and parents take, from the supermarket to the swimming pool to the corner shop. Each location is depicted in clean, bold lines and block colours in the style of children s classics Miffy and Elmer and named in both Russian and English.

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Book Synopsis Guaranteed to enrich a toddler's vocabulary, this simple and fun series of bilingual board books is ideal for helping children discover a foreign language. Highlighting more complex concepts that go beyond colors and numbers, titles in the series feature animals, clothes, fruit, home, jobs, music, opposites, plants, school, sports, tools, vegetables, and vehicles. This collection combines photographs, bright illustrations, and dual-language words in clear, bold text. Suitable for both individuals and groups, these books are a child's perfect introduction to exploring other cultures.

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Book SynopsisLovingly chronicling the trips that children and parents take, from the playground and the park to the circus and the theatre. Each location is depicted in clean, bold lines and block colours in the style of children s classics Miffy and Elmer and named in both Polish and English.

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Book SynopsisFeaturing a one-page spread for each way that children can make life a little bit easier for weary parents, from folding laundry to taking care of the family pet. Each activity is described underneath in both Bengali and English. The simplicity of the tasks mentioned mean that as well as being bilingual this title is multicultural; readers hailing from the cultures associated with both languages will find tasks and routines that they can relate to. Illustrations feature clean, bold lines and block colours in the style of children s classics Miffy and Elmer.

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