Early years: first experiences

523 products


  • Miss Maples Seeds

    Nancy Paulsen Books Miss Maples Seeds

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review“Confident artistry and an intuitive knowledge of what the world looks like to a very small person make a winning combination in Wheeler’s debut. . . . Careful observation of seeds (including a labeled seed chart), leaves, and plants gives the artwork substance, and Japanese woodblock–style skies that fade to sunset hues provide a wistful emotional overlay. Wheeler has clearly had a good time inventing fairy-house fixtures for Miss Maple: flower lantern boats and hollow-log houses make one yearn to escape our big, unwieldy world and inhabit hers.” — Publishers Weekly“Completely enchanting. . . . Miss Maple is the perfect embodiment of a caregiver. . . . Each page is filled with broad vistas, warm breezes, woodland creatures, and other whimsical imagery that cannot help but welcome readers into Miss Maple’s world. With its positive message about the value of nurturing even the tiniest bit of the natural world, this book is simply wonderful.” — School Library Journal

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Little Bitty Friends

    Penguin Putnam Inc Little Bitty Friends

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    Book SynopsisA cuter-than-puppies companion to Little Sleepyhead Little bitty chipmunks, chattering all the day,   Little bitty ladybug always comes to play.  Marching with ants, snuggling with baby rabbits, reaching for the sun with happy buttercups--young children form special bonds with nature's little creations.    Lyrical verse and charming scenes capture an enchanted world of little bitty friends.Trade Review“A terrific choice to encourage children (and their hovering adults) to discover the wonders of the world around them. . . . Adorable babies and toddlers are shown observing, mimicking, and/or tenderly handling a furry caterpillar, buttercups, a baby bird, and a bitty snail. The repetitive words and sweet images capture this enchanted world of discovery.”—School Library Journal“This gentle rhyming book, featuring a racially diverse collection of small children, highlights the fascination children feel for creatures even smaller than themselves. . . . Engaging artwork underscores a valuable message about the joys of close observation.”—Booklist“Happy, curious toddlers of different races revel in the wonder of the natural world as they encounter small creatures, a willow tree, buttercups, etc. . . A visually inviting book that would make a great addition to toddler storytime.”—The Horn Book Guide

    Out of stock

    £8.04

  • My First Chanukah

    Penguin Putnam Inc My First Chanukah

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn My First Chanukah, Tomie dePaola?s gentle text and understated artwork provide insight and background into the holiday for young readers. Eye-catching foil lights up the cover!

    10 in stock

    £7.99

  • My First Christmas

    Grosset and Dunlap My First Christmas

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn My First Christmas, warm illustrations and easy-to-follow text celebrate the joys and traditions of this special holiday. From decorating the tree to putting cookies out for Santa, the Christmas spirit is beautifully captured by Tomie dePaola.

    10 in stock

    £8.82

  • Night Before Preschool The

    Penguin Young Readers Group Night Before Preschool The

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisIt's the night before preschool, and a little boy named Billy is so nervous he can't fall asleep. The friends he makes the next day at school give him a reason not to sleep the next night, either: he's too excited about going back! The book's simple rhyming text and sweet illustrations will soothe any child's fears about the first day of school.

    10 in stock

    £12.59

  • Can I Play Too

    Penguin Putnam Inc Can I Play Too

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review"Kids, as well as their adults, will likely appreciate the supportive, thoughtful, and positive approach to dealing with emotions and responses, along with the themes of sharing, collaboration, and being considerate of others." —Booklist"A wonderful choice for anyone seeking books on social-emotional development or for use with helping kids on the spectrum better understand social cues." —School Library Journal

    10 in stock

    £16.19

  • You Are My Merry Little Christmas

    Scholasticnc You Are My Merry Little Christmas

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisYou are my most precious gift, My holly, jolly sugar plum, My very merry snowflake! A delightful Christmas board book for babies, with glitter and embossing on the cover and a cast of cute festive characters to enjoy. With adorable illustrations by Joyce Wan, this is a perfect gift for any baby's first Christmas.

    2 in stock

    £8.82

  • The Night Before the Dentist

    Penguin Putnam Inc The Night Before the Dentist

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisGrab your toothbrush and get ready for a trip to the dentist in the latest big moment to be celebrated in Natasha Wing''s best-selling series!It''s the night before a young boy''s check-up with the dentist. He''s lost four teeth, and two big ones have come in already! So what does he do? He brushes and brushes his teeth to make sure his smile is super bright, of course! Join him on his journey to explore the ins and outs of the dentist''s office in this delightful story, told in the style of Clement C. Moore''s classic tale.

    10 in stock

    £7.05

  • Sounds Like School Spirit

    Penguin Putnam Inc Sounds Like School Spirit

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review"The irresistible rhythm of this chant will have a participatory storytime up and running quickly . . . Character details offer opportunities for children to notice and guess what some of the children may be feeling . . . This celebration of school spirit is sure to get the energy flowing." —Kirkus"In this rousing picture book . . . Fleming’s chant is interspersed with energetic rhymes encourage kids to share, take turns, and include others . . . Utilizing a soft palette of mostly primary colors, welcoming art by Cummins features dot-eyed humans of varying abilities, religions, and skin tones. A simple, spirited readaloud that encourages youngsters to find excitement and community in school." —Publishers Weekly"This read-aloud will energize students new to the school experience . . . An amiable, caring look at those early days, sure to help newbies make the transition." —SLJ

    10 in stock

    £16.19

  • Rock That Vote

    Penguin Putnam Inc Rock That Vote

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn interactive, joyful celebration of classroom elections and the power of voting.Fins, paws, wings, or claws? With so many choices for a new class pet, these kids has the big task of picking a critter to become part of their classroom family. To make sure it''s all fair and square, they put it to a vote! As the students make posters to support their choice and excitedly submit their ballots, readers can join the chants and cheers to make sure everyone rocks that vote!Trade Review★ "Fleming’s rhymes focus on characteristics instead of specific candidates . . . Cummins’s mixed-media art evokes the scrawled excitement of youthful creativity . . . Illustrations feature kids of various abilities, skin tones, and hair textures, creating an inclusive, enthusiastic picture book about the power of community and of choice." —Publishers Weekly, starred review"The brightly colored illustrations—a mix of gouache, colored pencil, brush marker, and digital finishing touches—present a vibrant classroom full of diverse children, and the text features a flowing rhyme scheme that reads aloud beautifully.” —Kirkus"Fleming’s energetic text is perfectly matched by Cummin’s vibrant illustrations. Rhyming books are notoriously tricky to pull off, and Fleming manages that feat. Cummin’s art echoes pictures that could be proudly displayed on elementary school walls. Together, they provide a pitch-perfect image of a classroom election . . . With this story, young readers will be inspired to rock that vote as soon as they’re given the chance." —New York Journal of Books

    10 in stock

    £14.24

  • Penguin Putnam Inc Calvin

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn this joyful and impactful picture book, a transgender boy prepares for the first day of school and introduces himself to his family and friends for the first time.Calvin has always been a boy, even if the world sees him as a girl. He knows who he is in his heart and in his mind but he hasn't yet told his family. Finally, he can wait no longer: I'm not a girl, he tells his family. I'm a boy--a boy in my heart and in my brain. Quick to support him, his loving family takes Calvin shopping for the swim trunks he's always wanted and back-to-school clothes and a new haircut that helps him look and feel like the boy he's always known himself to be. As the first day of school approaches, he's nervous and the what-ifs gather up inside him. But as his friends and teachers rally around him and he tells them his name, all his what-ifs begin to melt away.Inspired by the authors' own transgender child and accompanied by warm and triumphant illustrations, this authentic and

    10 in stock

    £12.34

  • Coquí in the City

    Penguin Putnam Inc Coquí in the City

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewAméricas Award Commended TitleNew York Public Library Best Books for Kids Chicago Public Library Best Picture Books * “Perez lavishly portrays San Juan and New York City with beautiful artwork and crafts a tale that is sure to ring true to many children.”—School Library Connection, starred review “Perez draws upon his own childhood experience of moving from Puerto Rico to Ohio, capturing the emotional experience of moving, adjusting, and remembering one’s culture and origins. Bright, bustling cartoon illustrations offer readers plenty to look at as they take in the two distinct cities alongside Miguel.”—Booklist “The happy and positive message that not all new beginnings are to be feared is a welcome one.”—Kirkus Reviews “Vivid spreads bring Miguel’s entwined trepidation and awe to life, resulting in a reassuring narrative.”—Publishers Weekly “Vibrant, colorful illustrations depict the life and beauty of Puerto Rico and the rich diversity that can be found in Miguel’s new neighborhood. . . . and conveys the excitement, sadness, and new possibilities that Miguel experiences. This is a wonderful book with a comforting message, perfect for sharing with young readers who are experiencing big changes. . . . A strong choice for all collections.”—School Library Journal

    10 in stock

    £16.19

  • Cookie  Broccoli Ready for School A Graphic Novel

    Penguin Putnam Inc Cookie Broccoli Ready for School A Graphic Novel

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe first in an early graphic novel series about outgoing Cookie and shy Broccoli as they navigate the ups and downs of starting school—perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly!New best friends Cookie and Broccoli are as different as peanut butter and cheese, but that doesn''t stop them from helping each other through the first day of school! Together they find the classroom and concoct silly secret greetings. When Broccoli discovers that Cookie is also nervous to meet new classmates, the two of them come up with the perfect solution—inviting everyone to join their Shy Friends Club!Trade ReviewPraise for Cookie & Broccoli: Ready for School! *Florida's Sunshine State Young Reader Award nominee* *Texas' Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List selection* “Delightful, owing in no small part to Cookie and Broccoli’s odd-couple chemistry. . . . A great start to a conversation between early elementary students and their grown-ups about kind, confident social interaction.”—School Library Journal Praise for Cookie & Broccoli: Play It Cool *Texas' Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List selection* “With nonstop silliness from start to finish, McMahon’s second series entry offers yet another affirming lesson for school-age readers. . . . ‘Fantabulously’ cool.”—Kirkus Reviews *“This morality tale about popularity and influence takes a refreshing turn as Cucumber revels in his newfound freedom and Broccoli stresses out as the new leader of coolness. . . . Readers get a powerful, relatable lesson in the kind of coolness that matters: dismantling unfair systems for everyone’s benefit.”—School Library Journal, starred review

    10 in stock

    £11.69

  • Olivers Lollipop

    Penguin USA Olivers Lollipop

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhen his sugary dreams don't go according to plan, Oliver learns that the wide world around him might just be the sweetest thing of all.Oliver finds the perfect lollipop on his birthday trip to the zoo, and it's all he can think about! Forget riding the carousel--he might drop his precious treat. No point roaring at the lions with his brother or engaging with any of the animals. After all, who needs the peacocks' beautiful feathers or the flamingoes' brilliant hues when there's a colorful swirly lollipop to admire?But when one particular zoo animal threatens to ruin the fun, Oliver learns that there's plenty more to see than the candy he'd been coveting. And sharing the day--and his sweets--with his brother might just be the most special treat of all. Praise for Oliver's Lollipop: Vivid, bright paintings illuminate the well-told narrative centering a child’s singular fixation, disappointment, and family warmth.

    10 in stock

    £16.19

  • Everything Will Be OK

    Penguin USA Everything Will Be OK

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe bestselling creators of Llama Llama and Skippyjon Jones bring warmth and humor to a story with a comforting message we could all use when times are tough: everything will be OK.Nothing is going right for little bunny today. His sandwich has jelly instead of cheese. He's lost his kite. Ow! And he's stubbed his toe! But while some days can feel more sad than happy, there's always a bright spot on the horizon. Anna Dewdney and Judy Schachner perfectly blend rhyme, humor, and comfort to show readers the way out of a tough spot--no matter if it's big or small.

    10 in stock

    £14.24

  • School Day

    Random House USA Inc School Day

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisIt''s time for school in this Step 1 reader featuring the family from Pumpkin Day!, Apple Picking Day!, Garden Day, Snow Day, and Beach Day!The start of the new school year means new friends and new experiences! It''s big sister''s first day of 3rd grade, but it will be a cinch for her to show little brother the ropes on his first day of kindergarten. She already knows where all the rooms are, who the teachers are, and where to go and when at their school! It''s great to have a sibling to rely on when starting something new! A day with family is always a great day! Read all the Day books:Apple Picking DayPumpkin DayGarden DayBeach DaySnow DayGrandparents DayStep 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children w

    10 in stock

    £14.99

  • Hello Preschool

    Nancy Paulsen Books Hello Preschool

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe perfect introduction to the joy of preschool, featuring a diverse teacher and classroom (originally published in hardcover as Hello School!)A diverse class of excited youngsters are about to start school and experience all its wonders! Small moments like discovering one's own cubby space and big moments like a first nature walk are all brought to life with inviting artwork. This is a great book to help familiarize children with all the activities they can expect at school, from circle time to snack time to goodbye time, all the while sharing the experiences with lots of great new friends.

    10 in stock

    £8.84

  • Just Try One Bite

    Penguin Putnam Inc Just Try One Bite

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn instant New York Times bestseller! From the bestselling author of Go the **** to Sleep and healthy eating advocate Camila Alves McConaughey comes a whimsical role reversal in which picky eater parents are confronted by their three kids, with hilarious resultsThese three kids are determined to get their parents to put down the ice cream, cake, and chicken fried steak to just try one bite of healthy whole foods. But it''s harder than it looks when these over-the-top gagging, picky parents refuse to give things like broccoli and kale a chance. Kids will love the jaunty rhyme that''s begging to be read aloud and the opportunity to be way smarter—and healthier—than their parents.

    10 in stock

    £13.29

  • Rocket Ship Solo Trip

    Penguin USA Rocket Ship Solo Trip

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.19

  • Llama Llamas Little Lie

    Penguin USA Llama Llamas Little Lie

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisLlama Llama learns a lesson in telling the truth in this new book in the bestselling Llama Llama series.When Llama Llama accidentally breaks Mama Llama''s favorite picture frame, he decides to tell a little lie about how it happened. In the end, Llama Llama learns a powerful lesson about telling the truth, even if it''s hard to say. Told with Anna Dewdney''s signature sweet rhyme, this newest installment of the Llama Llama series is timeless and can be used as a tool to educate readers in social and emotional learning.

    10 in stock

    £15.19

  • The Night Before Second Grade

    Penguin Putnam Inc The Night Before Second Grade

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisGrab your backpack and get ready for the second grade in the latest big moment to be celebrated in Natasha Wing''s best-selling series!It''s the night before a young boy''s first day of second grade, and he''s excited. He''s spent all summer reading and preparing for the year ahead, and he can''t wait to learn more about what fun surprises second grade has to offer. Join him and his friends on their journey through the new school year in this delightful story, told in the style of Clement C. Moore''s classic tale.

    Out of stock

    £7.05

  • Whats New Daniel

    Nancy Paulsen Books Whats New Daniel

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisCaldecott Honor winner Micha Archer's gloriously detailed collages invite readers into Daniel's blossoming world, encouraging them to appreciate all the wonderful new things in their own lives, big and small.Trade Review* “Daniel is an inquisitive tyke, and when Grandpa asks him what’s new, the investigation is on. Daniel searches all over a lush park nestled at the center of the city. Stunning illustrations rendered in acrylic ink and patterned paper collage depict a bright and richly textured world as the child climbs his favorite rock beneath the warm sun and hears the whistling of redwing blackbirds flying by. . . . Snake, Squirrel, and Butterfly also add to the chorus of voices offering Daniel lively updates on what’s changing in the world around him. By the end, he’s more than prepared to answer Grandpa’s original question with details of the flora and fauna; he also tells Grandpa how his own recently discovered whistling ability, new tooth, and growing legs fit into the bigger picture of the natural world. . . . Featuring appealing, child-centered text and lush visuals, this tale will surely lead readers to more adventurous investigations of their own. . . . A beautiful invitation to spring for the curious nature lover.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review* “The spare text has pleasing repetition, infectious energy, and a poetic, circular rhythm. . . . Caldecott Honor–winning author-illustrator Archer’s signature stunning collages, created with layered tissue paper and handmade stamps, are a glorious kaleidoscope of prismatic colors, textured patterns, and fresh perspectives. After taking the time to notice and appreciate the wonders of nature all around him, Daniel recounts his discoveries to his Grandpa. This exquisite, evergreen picture book is a natural conversation starter.” —Booklist, starred review“Daniel is back in another open-hearted, child-friendly picture book. . . . Archer’s expertly composed double-page-spread illustrations . . . portray a world bursting with life and vivid color. . . . From the spectacular illustrations to the warm relationship between Daniel and Grandpa to Daniel’s curiosity about the natural world, there’s much to savor here; and the question of ‘what’s new?’ may elicit a wealth of reader response and interaction.” —The Horn Book

    10 in stock

    £15.19

  • Penguin USA Im an American

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £16.99

  • The Night Before Moving Day

    Penguin Putnam Inc The Night Before Moving Day

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    10 in stock

    £7.05

  • Kindergarten allá voy

    Penguin Putnam Inc Kindergarten allá voy

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    10 in stock

    £6.99

  • Cookie  Broccoli Ready for School A Graphic Novel

    Penguin Putnam Inc Cookie Broccoli Ready for School A Graphic Novel

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisThe first in an early graphic novel series about outgoing Cookie and shy Broccoli as they navigate the ups and downs of starting school--perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly!New best friends Cookie and Broccoli are as different as peanut butter and cheese, but that doesn''t stop them from helping each other through the first day of school! Together they find the classroom and concoct silly secret greetings. When Broccoli discovers that Cookie is also nervous to meet new classmates, the two of them come up with the perfect solution--inviting everyone to join their Shy Friends Club!Trade ReviewPraise for Cookie & Broccoli: Ready for School! *Florida's Sunshine State Young Reader Award nominee* *Texas' Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List selection* “Delightful, owing in no small part to Cookie and Broccoli’s odd-couple chemistry. . . . A great start to a conversation between early elementary students and their grown-ups about kind, confident social interaction.”—School Library Journal Praise for Cookie & Broccoli: Play It Cool *Texas' Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List selection* “With nonstop silliness from start to finish, McMahon’s second series entry offers yet another affirming lesson for school-age readers. . . . ‘Fantabulously’ cool.”—Kirkus Reviews *“This morality tale about popularity and influence takes a refreshing turn as Cucumber revels in his newfound freedom and Broccoli stresses out as the new leader of coolness. . . . Readers get a powerful, relatable lesson in the kind of coolness that matters: dismantling unfair systems for everyone’s benefit.”—School Library Journal, starred review

    Out of stock

    £8.54

  • Cookie  Broccoli Book of Secrets A Graphic Novel

    Penguin Putnam Inc Cookie Broccoli Book of Secrets A Graphic Novel

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisBest friends Cookie and Broccoli discover the joy of sharing secrets with friends in this sweet and funny early graphic novel. Shh...Cookie and Broccoli''s lips are sealed! That is, until the whole school happens upon Broccoli''s hiding spot and overhears his super-secret nickname—and are much more encouraging than he expected. Then, Talking Rock gives the duo a cryptic clue to solving Broccoli’s boredom—the solution is the opposite of boredom. Well, the opposite of boredom is the Funnest Thing Ever, right? Cookie and Broccoli try a silly screaming contest, a bubble-blowing party, and a real-life food pyramid, but the true Funnest Thing Ever might have been in front of them all along. And it’s even more enjoyable when it’s not a secret anymore! Trade ReviewPraise for Cookie & Broccoli: Ready for School! *Florida's Sunshine State Young Reader Award nominee* *Texas' Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List selection* “Delightful, owing in no small part to Cookie and Broccoli’s odd-couple chemistry. . . . A great start to a conversation between early elementary students and their grown-ups about kind, confident social interaction.”—School Library Journal Praise for Cookie & Broccoli: Play It Cool *Texas' Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List selection* “With nonstop silliness from start to finish, McMahon’s second series entry offers yet another affirming lesson for school-age readers. . . . ‘Fantabulously’ cool.”—Kirkus Reviews *“This morality tale about popularity and influence takes a refreshing turn as Cucumber revels in his newfound freedom and Broccoli stresses out as the new leader of coolness. . . . Readers get a powerful, relatable lesson in the kind of coolness that matters: dismantling unfair systems for everyone’s benefit.”—School Library Journal, starred review

    10 in stock

    £8.93

  • Regards to the Man in the Moon

    Penguin USA Regards to the Man in the Moon

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    Out of stock

    £15.29

  • Big Red Lollipop

    Penguin Putnam Inc Big Red Lollipop

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisRubina has been invited to her first birthday party, and her mother, Ami, insists that she bring her little sister along. Rubina is mortified, but she can't convince Ami that you just don't bring your younger sister to your friend's party. So both girls go, and not only does Sana demand to win every game, but after the party she steals Rubina's prized party favor, a red lollipop. What's a fed-up big sister to do?Rukhsana Khan's clever story and Sophie Blackall's irresistible illustrations make for a powerful combination in this fresh and surprising picture book.

    10 in stock

    £16.19

  • Big Girls Use the Potty

    DK Big Girls Use the Potty

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisTake the worry out of potty training with this fun and informative guide that encourages your child to use the potty like a big girl. Now your child can be potty perfect with this step-by-step guide to using the potty with pride! With lots of friendly advice, and special reward stickers to encourage success, soon your toddler will be able to say, Bye-bye, diapers!     With rhyming text, this board book is fully illustrated and complete with a pull-out chart and star stickers. The emphasis is on motivating children to use the potty correctly by giving them praise and rewarding their success as they take their first steps towards becoming diaper-free. This book is a great introduction to a challenging family subject. Motivating and fun! Includes 80 reward stickers for your brave little trouper. Board books are durable and ideal for tiny hands. Practice makes perfect!

    10 in stock

    £7.99

  • Boys Potty Time

    DK Boys Potty Time

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Skip to the Loo My Darling a Potty Book

    Candlewick Press,U.S. Skip to the Loo My Darling a Potty Book

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisSally Lloyd-Jones's riotous narration and Anita Jeram's endearing illustrations make this a charming and energetic invitation to potty trainees everywhere.Bunny wants his potty. What will Bunny do? Only one thing for it . . . skip to the loo! Bunny's not the only one skipping to the loo. Look who else wants their potty! Quite a few. . . .With rollicking rhythm, Sally Lloyd-Jones gets the party going in a book that simply rejoices in the call of nature. Everyone is invited to celebrate—from a lonely dodo to a wibbly woo, from Lord and Lady Huff Puff to an elephant in a tutu. But when the party is in full swing and everyone's on their potty, Bunny sees that someone very important is missing. Who could it be?

    10 in stock

    £11.39

  • Finding Langston The Finding Langston Trilogy

    Holiday House Inc Finding Langston The Finding Langston Trilogy

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisA Coretta Scott King Author Honor BookWinner of the Scott O'Dell Award for Historical FictionWhen eleven-year-old Langston's father moves them from their home in Alabama to Chicago's Bronzeville district, it feels like he's giving up everything he loves. It's 1946. Langston's mother has just died, and now they're leaving the rest of his family and friends. He misses everything--Grandma's Sunday suppers, the red dirt roads, and the magnolia trees his mother loved.In the city, they live in a small apartment surrounded by noise and chaos. It doesn't feel like a new start, or a better life. At home he's lonely, his father always busy at work; at school he's bullied for being a country boy. But Langston's new home has one fantastic thing. Unlike the whites-only library in Alabama, the Chicago Public Library welcomes everyone. There, hiding out after school, Langston discovers another Langston--a poet whom he learns inspired his mother eno

    10 in stock

    £8.56

  • Nixie Ness Cooking Star

    Holiday House Inc Nixie Ness Cooking Star

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisBest friends Nixie and Grace spend every afternoon together . . . until Nixie''s mom gets a new job and Nixie must attend the after-school program, without Grace.Third graders Nixie Ness and Grace Kenny have been best friends since they were two-years-old. They have always spent every afternoon after school at Nixie''s house until Nixie''s mom announces that she has a job, which means she won''t be there to watch the girls after school, which means Nixie will have to go to the after-school program and Grace will be spending her afternoons at their classmate, Elyse''s, house.Nixie begrudgingly starts the after-school program, joining the cooking camp. And it turns out that the other children at cooking camp are nice, and the recipes they make are delicious. But Nixie can''t really enjoy being an after-school superstar until she finds a way to overcome her jealousy about Grace and Elyse''s budding friendship.Perfect for fans of Judy Moody, Ivy and Bean, and

    Out of stock

    £7.59

  • The Hospital Book

    Holiday House Inc The Hospital Book

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    10 in stock

    £15.19

  • No Swimming for Nelly

    Holiday House Inc No Swimming for Nelly

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisDive into a funny story about conquering your fears with a little help from loved ones.Nelly has a brand new swimsuit, and she loves it. She looks fabulous, so she wears it all the time-- while riding her bike, eating at a fancy restaurant, playing basketball . . . . She even wears it to bed. But there''s one place Nelly won''t take her lovely new suit: swimming. No way! She will not get in the water. But Grandma, a swimming champion, has other ideas. And with Grandma''s loving help, Nelly gives it a try-- dipping one toe in at a time, blowing bubbles, and learning to float. Soon Nelly is on the way to becoming a champion swimmer herself! This sweet story about trying new things encourages young readers to take the plunge- and find new ways to have fun! Valeri Gorbachev''s signature illustrations are cozy and warm, making this a gentle, encouraging read for any young ones anxious about new experiences.

    Out of stock

    £8.54

  • Field Trip to Volcano Island

    Holiday House Inc Field Trip to Volcano Island

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisA wordless picture book adventure takes a group of students to visit a thrilling volcanic island. Perfect for fans of Field Trip to the Moon, Field Trip to the Ocean Deep, and field trips in general!John Hare’s rich, atmospheric art invites all children to imagine themselves in the story – a story full of surprises and adorable new friends.The same students we met in Field Trip to the Moon and Field Trip to the Ocean Deep travel to a volcano island on a yellow school bus helicopter. When they get there, one student picks flowers as they hike to the top and then accidentally slips down a crater and can’t get out.The student isn’t too worried--especially when he meets a lava monster and its children who are fascinated by the flowers. But when they touch them, they burn beyond recognition so the student teaches them how to make a vase using lava from a lava pit, fills it with water from a canteen,

    Out of stock

    £14.24

  • Field Trip to Volcano Island

    Holiday House Inc Field Trip to Volcano Island

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisA wordless picture book adventure takes a group of students to visit a thrilling volcanic island. Perfect for fans of Field Trip to the Moon, Field Trip to the Ocean Deep, and field trips in general!John Hare’s rich, atmospheric art invites all children to imagine themselves in the story – a story full of surprises and adorable new friends.The same students we met in Field Trip to the Moon and Field Trip to the Ocean Deep travel to a volcano island on a yellow school bus helicopter. When they get there, one student picks flowers as they hike to the top and then accidentally slips down a crater and can’t get out.The student isn’t too worried--especially when he meets a lava monster and its children who are fascinated by the flowers. But when they touch them, they burn beyond recognition so the student teaches them how to make a vase using lava from a lava pit, fills it with water from a canteen,

    10 in stock

    £7.99

  • thegreatmatzohhunt

    Penguin Putnam Inc thegreatmatzohhunt

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe seder is over, and it's time to look for the matzoh. Join Bunny, Turtle, Lamb, and Duck as they search every nook and cranny. With ten flaps to lift, kids will have a blast checking under tables, in the refrigerator, between the couch cushions, and more as they take part in this beloved holiday tradition.

    10 in stock

    £8.33

  • Once Upon a Full Moon

    Tundra Books Once Upon a Full Moon

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisElizabeth Quan’s father had made a success in the New World, but he longed for his home in China. So in the early 1920’s, he and his family set out on an arduous trip to the far side of the world. By train, ship, ferry, cart, and on foot, Elizabeth, her parents, and her brothers and sisters set off from Toronto to a village in China to visit the grandmother they have never met.From the mountain of luggage to the whales breaching in the Pacific and geishas on wooden sandals on the cobbled streets of Yokohama, Elizabeth Quan describes sights that would captivate any child. But hers is also a journey of personal discovery. Did she fit in in Canada, where her straight dark hair and even the foods she ate set her apart? Would she fit in in China where she was just as different to the people she met? In the course of her family’s travels she learns that home is a state of mind and that the moon can find us, no matter where we are.The rhythms of travel and th

    10 in stock

    £16.96

  • The War to End All Wars The Story of World War I

    Tundra Books The War to End All Wars The Story of World War I

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisA brilliant, concise history of The War to End All Wars.In the decade leading up to 1914, Europe had never known such prosperity. But the times were not good enough for the continent’s most powerful nations: Germany wanted a navy that matched England’s; Russia wanted an army as large and as disciplined as Germany’s; the Austro-Hungarian Empire wanted more respect; and England felt compelled to teach the others about civilized relations. How terrible could a war be?In this riveting account of a tragic episode in world history, author Jack Batten takes readers through a far bloodier conflict than mankind had ever before endured. Meet the soldiers who fought the deadly battles along the Western Front. Follow the trail of flying ace Billy Bishop as he tangles in the air with the Red Baron. Learn the strategy of Britain’s Grand Fleet of warships as it heads into the biggest sea battle in history. Discover how civilians decoded virtually all the messag

    10 in stock

    £19.51

  • First Day Blues

    Parenting Press Incorporated First Day Blues

    Book Synopsis

    £7.95

  • I Like to be Kind

    Pan Macmillan I Like to be Kind

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • I Can Say Sorry

    Pan Macmillan I Can Say Sorry

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • I Can Be Patient

    Pan Macmillan I Can Be Patient

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Intergalactic PS 3 A Wrinkle in Time Story A

    Palgrave USA Intergalactic PS 3 A Wrinkle in Time Story A

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisReturn to the world of A Wrinkle in Time in this new illustrated chapter-book version of a Madeleine L'Engle original short story.

    Out of stock

    £7.21

  • Celebrate

    Feiwel and Friends Celebrate

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisOur first words, our first steps, these and so much more are things we celebrate!But when a bird flaps its wings for the first time, or a kitten makes its first climbdo they also celebrate?Celebrate! is a sweet and joyous rhyming picture book about life's milestones, how we celebrate, and wondering what else we might accomplish in our lives as we grow!

    10 in stock

    £14.24

  • Five Little Monkeys Shopping for School Board

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Five Little Monkeys Shopping for School Board

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe best-selling Five Little Monkeys are getting into trouble yet again - this time while back-to-school shopping in the latest board book addition to the enormously popular series with more than 8 million books sold.Trade ReviewKids will love the slapstick plot and energetic, expressive characters, and surprising conclusion, and teachers will appreciate the seamless integration of math skills from counting to addition and subraction. School Library Journal —

    10 in stock

    £10.20

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