Early years: first experiences

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Book SynopsisPeppa Pig: Fire Engine is a colourful and engaging story book based on the popular children''s series.Splish, splash! Oh dear, Peppa Pig''s pet fish, Goldie, isn''t well. Join Peppa Pig, George and Mummy Pig in this delightful children''s storybook, as they take an exciting bus ride to the vet to find out why Goldie isn''t eating her food. This story book features your favourite characters from Peppa Pig and is perfect for sharing at school or for snuggling up at bedtime!The Peppa Pig range of books are fun, interactive and educational, ideal for encouraging children to start to read by themselves. Titles available from Ladybird include: Peppa Pig: The Fire Engine, Peppa Goes to the Library, Peppa''s Washing Day and Daddy Pig''s Fun Run.

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Book SynopsisAn introduction to standing up to racism for young children and their families, with flaps to liftIt's never too early to teach children to be antiracist, and this lift-the-flap book is a great toolkit for young children and their families alike. It is all about recognising and celebrating the differences that make people who they are, and explains in age-appropriate language what racism is and how to help stand up to it.Find Out About: Racism helps curious preschoolers understand how other children live and the different challenges everyone faces, which is key for developing empathy. With flaps to lift, this is an excellent, interactive book for children and their parents and carers to share together.A free parent guide to talking about racism with young children is available to download separately.Also available: Feelings, Kindness, Saving Our Planet, Families, Making Friends

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Book SynopsisEnglish-Spanish bilingual editions of titles in Free Spirit's popular Best Behavior series. The toddler years are full of growth and smiles and sweetness--but also tantrums. With toddlers, yelling, screaming, wailing, and flailing are a normal part of life. Very young children don't yet have the words to express strong feelings, and they're still learning social skills. This board book helps little ones understand why it's better to use an indoor voice--"so people hear the words and not the yelling"--and how to calm down and ask for help so they can get what they need. Also includes tips for parents and caregivers. The Best Behavior series uses simple words and delightful full-color illustrations to guide children to choose peaceful, positive behaviors. Select titles are available in two versions: a durable board book for ages baby-preschool, and a longer, more in-depth paperback for ages 4-7. Kids, parents, and teachers love these award-winning books. All include helpful tips and ideas for parents and caregivers.Trade Review"This approach has great potential to help kids who may get a little angry from time to time (and who doesn't?), emphasizing the importance of words instead of tone."-- "Kirkus Reviews"

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Book SynopsisPedro Pony can''t see very well without his glasses. And Peppa Pig is sure she can''t see very well either. So Mummy Pig takes her to see Mr Pony, the optician, and Peppa has an eye test. But does she really need glasses? Find out in this new Peppa Pig storybook that is perfect for reading and sharing together. Everyone''s favourite piggy is the perfect character to help pre-schoolers through tricky first experiences, such as getting their first pair of glasses. Based on the hit pre-school animation, shown daily on Five''s Milkshake and Nick Jnr.

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Book SynopsisSpot loves visiting Grandma and Grandpa! He helps Grandpa in the garden, and even finds Mum''s old ball to play with, until . . . oh no, the shed window is broken! Never mind, there''s time for a story before Spot goes home.With fun flaps to develop fine motor skills and an adventurous story to encourage curiosity and exploration, this book is perfect for early learning and play.If you loved this, try Where''s Spot?, Spot Goes to School and Spot Goes to the Park for more lift-the-flap fun!

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Book SynopsisWhen I am Sad helps young children to start managing their emotions. They can lift the flaps, slide the tabs and turn the wheel to explore why they feel sad and how to move on from these emotions.With delightful illustrations from Marie Paruit, this is the perfect book for parents and carers to share with young children who are just starting to recognize their feelings and to develop their emotional intelligence. Explanations, hints and tips from Early Years expert Dr Janet Rose provides parents with all the extra guidance they need.The Little Big Feelings series has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer’s Good Play Guide.Learn more about sharing emotions in the Little Big Feelings series: Sometimes I am Worried, Sometimes I am Angry and I Like to be Helpful.Trade ReviewA lovely series of books with colourful illustrations and interactive pages that encourage children to explore and share their emotions. The wheels, flaps and sliders provided great discussion points … and are great for reading together as they raise a lot of questions to get the whole family talking about their feelings. -- Dr Amanda Gummer * Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide *

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Book SynopsisJoin in and help the busy police officer in this playful, interactive flap book!Can you help the busy police officer to find the robber? Join in and use the flaps to investigate the robbery, fly the police helicopter, and follow the trail with the help of Ted the dog. With interactive action-flaps, you can do it, too!Each clever flap provides an action or scene-change to encourage children to actively engage and explore. The playful flaps are perfect for little hands to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.Original concept and illustration by Dan Green.The Busy Day series:Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Also available in the Busy Day series:AstronautAthleteBuilderChefFarmerFirefighterFootballerMechanic Train DriverVet

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Book SynopsisSuch a comforting and reassuring book for children who are anxious about their first day at nursery. It helps to prepare little ones for that special time. Trish Cooke, author of So MuchGets to the heart of what it means to belong and why we need to see more male teachers in preschool... Gentle and reassuring, and more than enough to start conversations at home about feelings, empathy and acceptance. Ken Wilson-Max, creator of Astro GirlA great teacher! A great book! Michael Rosen, former Children''s LaureateOlu is about to start nursery and meet his teacher, Jay... But what will Jay be like? What if he has big sharp teeth like a dinosaur, wonders Olu, or breathes fire like a dragon?! His worries fly away when Jay greets him with a big smile, before reading stories, playing the guitar and making Olu feel right at home. Drawing on first-hand observations from Jamel C. Campbell, a highly respected Early Y

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Book SynopsisIntroducing an exciting new multi-sensory board book series written by Camilla Reid, with illustrations from acclaimed collage artist Clare Youngs!All pre-schoolers will adore Clare Youngs' friendly animals with their high-contrast collage artwork, decorative foil highlights and signature animal noises - but there's a tiny creature to find behind a tuggable felt flap on each spread, too! In this book, you'll meet Clip Clop Zebra, Ooo Ooo Monkey, Munch Munch Hippo and Roar Roar Lion himself. With a final 'recap' animal noises page, and the question, "But what noise do YOU make?", little readers will enjoy lifting the last flap and saying 'hello' to themselves in the surprise mirror!Visually gorgeous and with a genuinely engaging hide-and-seek narrative, this is the launch of a stunning new series from the author behind some of Nosy Crow's bestselling pre-school books: Felt Flaps Where's Mr/Mrs?, Pip and Posy, Bizzy Bear and Peekaboo.Also available: Look, It's Moo Moo Cow!

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Book SynopsisThe perfect first bedtime book to share with a new baby - with a mirror on the final page!Little babies everywhere sleep softly through the night. So now, my little baby, it is time to say goodnight.Get ready to say goodnight to all kinds of animal babies - from zebras standing tall to mice, soft and small. With bold animal artwork on every page, this irresistible board book will brighten any bookshelf and is the perfect first bedtime book to share with babies everywhere.Also available: Sometimes Babies . . .

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Book SynopsisHello Kitty meets Star Trek under the sea! Dive in for adventure in this exciting picture book, featuring global sensations The Octonauts!Enjoy the original books that inspired the hit animated TV series, broadcast around the world!The Octonauts are a crew of cute animals who love to explore the big blue ocean. From their underwater base, the Octopod, the eight intrepid friends are always ready for fun and excitement!When the Octonauts meet a lonely sea monster looking for others of its kind, they soon find themselves on a thrilling adventure helping him search the four corners of the ocean

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Book SynopsisAn uplifting picture book about loving your name, finding your voice and standing up for yourself.Mirha is so excited for her first day of school! She can''t wait to learn, play and make new friends. But when her classmates keep mispronouncing her name, she goes home wondering if she should find a new one.When Mama helps Mirha see just how special her name is, she returns to school the next day determined to help her classmates say it correctly. Featuring beautiful, vibrant illustrations and with an empowering message at its core, this heartwarming picture book from author-illustrator Anoosha Syed reminds us all just how important our names are!

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Book SynopsisJoin the busy athlete as he goes for gold in this playful, interactive flap book!Ready, set, go! Can you win the gold medal? Join in and use the flaps to help the athlete to warm up, jump over the pole, dive into the pool and much, much more. With interactive action-flaps, you can do it, too!Each clever flap provides an action or scene-change to encourage children to actively engage and explore. The playful flaps are perfect for little hands to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.Original concept and illustration by Dan Green.The Busy Day series:Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Also available in the Busy Day series:BuilderVet ChefAstronautFarmerFirefighter Train Driver

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Book SynopsisPrepare your little unicorns for their first day at school with this magical tale!Rocky is VERY excited. It''s his first day of school and he just can''t wait! Racing to the school gates with all the other little unicorns, Rocky walks proudly through the corridors to his new classroom.But when something goes wrong, he starts to WORRY. Join Rocky as he discovers the magic of friendship and teamwork.Packed with adorable illustrations and easy-to-read rhyming text, this picture book is perfect for sparking conversations about first-day worries.Want to discover another first day adventure? Also available:Welcome to Dinosaur School

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Book SynopsisSometimes I am Worried helps young children to start managing their emotions. They can lift the flaps, slide the tabs and turn the wheel to explore what a worry is, why they might worry and how they can stop their worries from becoming too big.With delightful illustrations from Marie Paruit on every page, this is the perfect book for parents and carers to share with young children who may be anxious about something and to develop their emotional intelligence. Explanations, hints and tips from Early Years expert Dr Janet Rose will provide parents with all the extra guidance they need.The Little Big Feelings series has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer’s Good Play Guide.Learn more about sharing emotions in the Little Big Feelings series: I Like to be Kind and Sometimes I am Angry.Trade ReviewA lovely series of books with colourful illustrations and interactive pages that encourage children to explore and share their emotions. The wheels, flaps and sliders provided great discussion points … and are great for reading together as they raise a lot of questions to get the whole family talking about their feelings. -- Dr Amanda Gummer * Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide *

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Book SynopsisThe Big Steps series is designed to help little ones (and their parents) cope with everyday experiences. In I'm Not Sleepy, watch little Ned and his mummy go through their bedtime routine even though Ned is "not a bit sleepy". See Ned clear away his toys, have a bath, a story and then a song in this fun-filled novelty book with flaps and mechanisms. Each page has really helpful bedtime tips for parents and carers that are endorsed by The Good Play Guide and leading Early Years Consultant, Dr Amanda Gummer. With delightful illustrations from Marion Cocklico, I'm Not Sleepy is the perfect bedtime book to share with even the most reluctant little sleeper!For more toddler tips read No More Nappies: A Potty-Training Book, Can You Say Please?, and We're Having a Baby. Trade ReviewThe Big Steps books are a great way of introducing children to different life skills and building their confidence and familiarity with doing them. Watching characters their own age experience different things goes a long way in letting children know that they are normal, healthy and not scary. The children enjoyed pointing to the different pictures, opening flaps and naming objects, which is fantastic for helping to build their vocabulary and prepare them for learning to read. The book is also sturdy enough for enthusiastic hands. Our testers found the little tips at the bottom of the page useful and in one case, they helped to transform a reluctant dresser into someone who is happy to get dressed most mornings! -- Dr Amanda Gummer * Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide *

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Book SynopsisCome colour spotting with JJ and his friends!A chunky early learning board book filled with colourful pictures to help little CoComelon lovers know their colours.What colours can you see? Red? Blue? Green?With familiar objects from a toddler's life, including bath toys, blocks, musical instruments and vehicles, this early learning book will help children to spot colours in their own world.This is the perfect introduction to colours for fans of Cocomelon!

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Book SynopsisJoin in and help the busy vet in this playful, interactive flap book!It''s another busy day! Join in and use the flaps to help the vet as she listens to the dog''s heart, gives the chameleon her medicine and X-rays the cat''s leg. With interactive action-flaps, you can do it, too!Each clever flap provides an action or scene-change to encourage children to actively engage and explore. The playful flaps are perfect for little hands to help develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.Original concept and illustration by Dan Green.The Busy Day series:Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Also available in the Busy Day series:BuilderChefAstronautFarmerFirefighterAthleteTrain Driver

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Book SynopsisJake Biggin is a father of two, living in North London. After being inspired by the questions of his little ones, he created this book to provide hope and comfort to children, specifically targeting those who are anxious or curious about the big wide world. Words of Love is the perfect gift for all stages of life, and helps readers face any worries. Jake is also an award-winning illustrator, and each book in his 'Big Little Hearts' picture book series, which looks at children's worries, such as grief, has been a number 1 Hot New Release on Amazon.

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Book SynopsisCocoa Butter Baby is a heartwarming children's book that celebrates the beauty of melanated skin! Through playful illustrations and charming rhymes, tiny readers will follow a mother's loving care for her baby from bath time to bedtime. With its emphasis on the unique beauty of every child and the special bond between a parent and child, Cocoa Butter Baby is sure to become a cherished favorite for generations to come. This is the perfect gift for baby showers, mother's day, and first birthdays!

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Book SynopsisPablo thinks differently! Pablo''s mum takes him to his cousin Lorna''s birthday party, but Pablo gets scared of the noisy party. Pablo hides in the car, and soon his friends come to join him. Pablo''s friends help him realise that it''s OK if he doesn''t want to go to the party. This lovely and heartwarming story will help readers understand that not everybody thinks the same way, and that some people feel differently about parties.All Pablo books are written by writers on the autistic spectrum and are grounded in the real-life experiences of autistic children.

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Book SynopsisEarn your Handwashing Badge with Duggee! It''s pizza time at the Squirrel Club, but the Squirrels must wash their hands first.Washing your hands is very important, but that doesn''t mean you can''t have fun!Join the Squirrels and sing the Handwashing Song while you''re making sure your hands are clean from dirt and germs. Can you learn how to wash your hands, and earn your Handwashing Badge? Featuring all of your favourite characters from the triple BAFTA-winning CBeebies show, this new board book story is perfect for helping parents reinforce the importance of handwashing and encouraging little Hey Duggee fans to wash their hands with confidence.

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Book SynopsisA Jurassic-themed, rhyming picture book for children starting school! All through the land, little dinos were stirring. They opened their eyes and their brains started whirring. The BIG day is here, they thought from their beds - some leapt with excitement, some trembled with dread . . .Jewel the dinosaur is very nervous about her first day of school. There are so many new dinos to meet, the dining hall is noisy and her new classroom is so big! But as the day goes on, and Jewel settles into her new class and makes new friends, she realises that school isn''t that scary after all.With adorable illustrations by Loretta Schauer and rhyming, reassuring text, this fun starting-school picture book will encourage young readers to explore their own feelings or nerves around this big milestone so they can have a roar-some first day too!

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Book SynopsisEvery Cherry's Stories for your Senses is an innovative series that immerses the reader in stories using the five senses. The storylines act as guides to each environment and sensory descriptions engage readers in each world that is created. Step into Spring takes its readers for a fun, animal filled, trip to the farm.

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Book SynopsisA lyrical book about the adventure of life, The Forest is also a magnificent visual work, both painterly and a technical feat of paper engineering. Here, sensory experience and the textures of the material world are rendered through die-cuts, embossing, cutouts, and a single gatefold. A beautifully considered work. Riccardo Bozzi was born in Milan in 1966. He is a journalist for the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera. He lives in Milan. Violeta Lopiz is an illustrator from the Spanish island of Ibiza. Her beautifully textured work is filled with personality and playfulness. Valerio Vidali is an Italian illustrator based in Berlin. Vidali enjoys botanical gardens and spends his spare time building kites that rarely fly.Trade ReviewA New York Times Best Illustrated Book of 2018 A Brain Pickings Best Children's Book of 2018 A 2018 CBC Hot Off the Press selection Selected for exhibition in the 2018 Society of Illustrators Original Art show Featured in MilK Magazine Korea December 2018 Featured in Green Source DFW December 2018 gift guide ★ "Uncommonly beautiful...the sheer marvel of the design, together with the inclusive, open-ended mystery of what lies beyond the forest, makes this a wondrous piece of bookmaking for all ages. Much like a poem, it will evoke new emotions and layers of meaning with repeated readings."—Publishers Weekly "Like a fairy-tale walk in the woods, “The Forest” is a thrilling visual excursion into uncharted territory featuring elaborate die-cuts, gatefolds and embossed images created by two artists from Italy and Spain." — Leonard Marcus "The Forest is one of the richest, most surprising picture books I've ever read. A true work of art in every sense, including as bookmaking. It's a landmark."—Bruce Handy, Author of Wild Things: The Joy of Reading Children's Literature as an Adult "THE FOREST is one of the 2-3 most beautiful & shattering picture books I’ve ever seen.” —Dave Eggers, Best-Selling Author, Editor, Publisher, and Co-Founder of 826 National "As a book / object / artwork, this is just NUTS. And beautiful."—Simon Armstrong, Book Buyer at Tate Modern "The vibrant forest and its creatures peeking through the die-cut eyes of the barely visible faces remind us that the human role in nature is not that of conqueror or king but of humble witness and passing visitor." —Maria Popova, Brain Pickings "...clever, instantly arousing curiosity... Students of design will appreciate the construction and the lush, vibrant compositions." —Kirkus Reviews “This is an essentially existential children’s book, which imagines human life itself as an exploration through that famed and sometimes dark forest in which we have often been said to find ourselves. Like pretty much every title published by the small, independent Enchanted Lion books, it is a gorgeous, singular, unimprovable book. The story starts: ‘It is an enormous, ancient forest that has not yet been fully explored.’ Inside, a series of bas-reliefs and cut-outs on plain paper shows us first a baby, then a young child … and on through to an old, wrinkled face that eventually yields, becoming lines in a landscape from which new greenery grows. Between the images of a human aging, we see forests, jungles and fields, with animals and humans making their way, sometimes alone, sometimes in a group. Somehow ‘The Forest’ is a work of art that escapes feeling like an ‘art object’ — it succeeds in being for children. The ink on its mylar dust jacket makes a distinctively beautiful sound. The eye-holes and occasional unfoldings alter a reader’s sense of space. ‘It is said that the forest has a certain limit if you look straight ahead, but the sides are boundless.’ This book takes on even death: ‘At the end of the climb there is a ravine into which each explorer will eventually fall, despite the precautions taken and the advancements of science.’ This fall didn’t bother my 4-year-old at all. She took interest in the new seedlings, the disappearance of the textured pages, and the return of the pines."—Rivka Galchen, The New York Times Book Review "For those willing to explore the book with the wonder of a child, each page turn will have you not only going deeper in the forest, but also witnessing the passage of time. Bozzi’s writing captures an openness and a sense of mystery which, when paired with the book’s actual physicality, may have each forest explorer come to see their lives anew, renewed, and renewable."—Lori Horbas, Boswell Book Company, Milwaukee, WI "At first, it seems like the prose is merely describing a walk through a forest, but taken together, the words become deeply poignant. Bozzi meaningfully gestures towards love, hate, nostalgia, language, wisdom, death, and rebirth, usually indirectly. It’s a beautiful object, with a stunning, highly tactile layout, and while it’s not quite clear who the ideal audience would be—adults and artistically inclined teenagers might like it, too—those who connect with its enigmatic beauty will be transfixed."—Sarah Hunter, Booklist “Metaphysical poetry for kids? Little ones might not grasp the deeper meaning, but this gorgeously illustrated book begs to be explored: from the raised texture pages to the holes that demand little eyes look through to spy the next page. For older ones, it opens a wonderful world of questions: who are we, where did we come from, and where are we going?” —EcoParent Magazine “This book is an undeniable treasure.” —The Reading Ninja ”Richard Bozzi invites readers on an expedition through the visually-captivating, carefully-illustrated and colorful forest created by Violeta Lópiz and Valerio Vidali. Readers will join explorers in uncovering the many wonders of the forest, old and new. Unveil the ecology of an ever-changing forest as you feel your way through the pages. The artistry of the foldouts, cutouts, embossed imagery, and bold illustrations deepen the senses with each page.” —Samantha D’Acunto, LuEsther T. Mertz Library, New York Botanical Garden

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Book SynopsisEric Hill (Author, Illustrator) Eric Hill (1927-2014) started his artistic career as an art studio messenger and from there went on to become a cartoonist and eventually an art director at a leading advertising agency. In 1978 Eric made up a story about a small puppy to read to his son at bedtime and Spot was born. The success of his first bestselling lift-the-flap classic Where's Spot? in 1980 convinced him to become a full-time author, and his Spot books have been enjoyed by children around the world ever since. In 2008 he was awarded an OBE for services to children's literacy.

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Book SynopsisEric Carle is an internationally bestselling and award-winning author and illustrator of books for very young children including his most well-known title The Very Hungry Caterpillar. With his late wife, Barbara, Eric Carle co-founded The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Massachusetts in 2002.Eric Carle divides his time between the Florida Keys and the hills of North Carolina.Trade Review'It's beautifully designed and illustrated. There is so much going on and I was able to genuinely connect with my little daughter's excitement and interest - very nostalgic, too.' -- Right Start Awards Tester * Right Start Online *

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Book SynopsisChristmas is. . . sharing with others . . . giving gifts with love . . . enjoying the magic of the seasonJoin The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of Christmas and all the ways to wish the ones you love a Very Merry Christmas. This delightful board book features Eric Carle''s bright and distinctive artwork from sparkling stars and snowy scenes - and you can spot The Very Hungry Caterpillar on every page. With it''s festive artwork and gentle rhyming text, this is the perfect gift for Christmas!

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Book SynopsisYou can do it too with Ladybird''s It''s Time to...!This interactive novelty board book is filled with sliders and flaps to help little ones mimic the adult behaviours they see every day.In It''s Time to... Fix It! the moving sliders and transformative flaps on every page allow toddlers to perform the tasks in the simple text - they can hammer nails, drill holes and even repair garden sheds!The It''s Time to... series:Boosts motor skillsEncourages imaginative playRecommended for children aged 3+Also available:It''s Time to... Clean Up!

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Book SynopsisJoin Topsy and Tim as they prepare to move house with Mummy and Dad. In Topsy and Tim Move House, the twins are moving house but there is a lot of work to do. There are curtains to take down, toys to pack and pets to look after. It is an exciting time for Topsy and Tim, but Kitty, their cat, isn''t quite so sure about the move... Topsy and Tim are just like you! They find fun and adventure in the real world. A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through ''first experiences'', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy & Tim remain instantly recognizable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. These wonderful books deserve a place on every child''s bookshelves.Other titles are Topsy and Tim The New Baby, Topsy and Tim Have a Birthday party, Topsy and Tim Go on an Aeroplane, Topsy and Tim Play football, Topsy and Tim Go on a Train, Topsy and Tim Learn to Swim, Topsy and Tim Start School, Topsy and Tim Go Camping, Topsy and Tim Go to Hospital, Topsy and Tim Go to the Zoo, Topsy and Tim Go to the Dentist, Topsy and Tim At the Farm, Topsy and Tim Go to the Doctor, Topsy and Tim Have Itchy Heads, Topsy and Tim Meet the Firefighters, Topsy and Tim Meet the Police, Topsy and Tim Safety First, Topsy and Tim Go for Gold, Topsy and Tim Visit London, Topsy and Tim Meet Father Christmas, Topsy and Tim Help a Friend

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Book SynopsisBabies who laugh more, learn more. - Dr. Caspar AddymanGet little ones giggling with Babies Laugh All Day Long a joyful board book with a soft squeaker button, perfect for little hands to press!Written by Dr. Caspar Addyman, a leading expert in what makes babies laugh, Babies Laugh All Day Long has been scientifically developed to help babies and carers bond through reading and laughter.With bouncy read-aloud words and adorable illustrations of laughing, smiling babies by Ania Simeone, little ones will love going through the five familiar daily moments together nappy time, dinner time, play time and bath time, ending with a cosy bedtime scene!Continue the giggles with Babies Laugh At Everything and Babies Laugh at Peekaboo

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Book SynopsisJoin Stephen the Christmas Sprout on his mission to spread the gift of kindness in this shiny, festive picture book with a funny rhyming text that will have children coming back for more. Say hello to a small green chap called Stephen Sprout! Stephen is no ordinary sprout, but a Christmas sprout who is on a quest to spread the gift of kindness and he needs your help! All of Stephen's friends are having wobbles and squabbles, so it's up to this sort-it-out sprout to save the day just in time for Christmas . . .Get stuck in by doing 24 acts of kindness with the help of Stephen's Christmas Kindness Advent Calendar, to bring some Christmas cheer into the world.

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Book SynopsisHelp your little one learn to recognise and communicate their feelings with this charming book. Each double-page spread features an engaging animal character on the right, and an activity on the left, providing reassurance and healthy coping strategies to promote mental well-being.

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Book SynopsisWith flaps, tabs and sliders, I Can Say Sorry will help young children to learn when they need to say sorry – and how to say it with meaning.With delightful illustrations from Marie Paruit, this is the perfect book for parents and carers to share with young children who are just starting to recognize their feelings and to develop their emotional intelligence. Explanations, hints and tips from Early Years expert Dr Janet Rose will provide parents with all the extra guidance they need.The Little Big Feelings series has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer’s Good Play Guide.Learn more about sharing emotions in the Little Big Feelings series: I Like to be Kind, Sometimes I am Worried, Sometimes I am Angry, When I am Happy and I Can Be Patient.Trade ReviewA lovely series of books with colourful illustrations and interactive pages that encourage children to explore and share their emotions. The wheels, flaps and sliders provided great discussion points … and are great for reading together as they raise a lot of questions to get the whole family talking about their feelings. -- Dr Amanda Gummer * Dr Gummer's Good Play Guide *

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Book SynopsisFive easy-to-use sliders, a rhyming story and lots to spot and say in this series of bright, interactive board books for toddlers!Join Bizzy Bear as he looks after the animals at the vet's clinic! Little ones will love using the chunky sliders to help Bizzy Bear X-ray the dog's paw and wrap a bandage around it, then see who else is in the waiting room today! Another exciting title in this best-selling series which encourages preschoolers to get involved in the storytelling.This story needs YOU! By pushing, pulling and turning the mechanisms, little hands can move the story onto the next scene and bring the rhyming text to life! The high level of interaction builds confidence and engagement with books, which is a key stepping-stone to reading for toddlers. Illustrated by multi-award-winning Benji Davies, illustrator of The Storm Whale, and Grandad's Island Collect the whole series; other title available include: Bizzy Bear: Breakdown Truck, Bizzy Bear: Fire Rescue, Bizzy Bear: Racing Driver and lots, lots more!

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Book SynopsisIt''s a lovely day and Spot and his friends are ready to play football together. Spot and Helen are captains of the red and blue teams, but who will score the most goals? Join the group of animal friends and the much-loved Spot as they learn it''s the taking part that counts - and, most importantly, have fun. If you loved this, try Where''s Spot?, Spot Goes to the Swimming Pool and Spot Goes to the Fire Station for more adventures with Spot!

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Book SynopsisThis simple, sweet board book celebrates the most beloved Pokémon, Pikachu, and all the things it loves!Pikachu loves playing outside. Pikachu loves celebrating and eating treats, too. But most importantly, Pikachu loves spending time with friends!Discover everything this popular Pokémon loves most in this chunky board format that''s perfect for new parents to share with their little ones! Illustrated in a soft, sweet style, this adorable board book is sure to appeal to moms and dads eager to introduce their children to the world of Pokémon.

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Book SynopsisSpot's visiting Grandpa at the fire station, where he decides he wants to be a fireman too! Grandpa gives him his very own fireman's helmet and they set to work. Cheeky Spot slides down the pole, climbs the ladder, soaks Grandpa with the hose and finally sounds the noisy siren. Spot thinks he's a very good fireman, but Grandpa may not be so sure!If you loved this, try:Where's Spot?Spot Goes to SchoolSpot Plays Football

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Book SynopsisJoin the busy train driver in this playful, interactive flap book!Toot toot! All aboard! Join in and use the flaps to help the busy train driver collect the passengers, change tracks, drive through the tunnel and much, much more. With interactive action-flaps, you can do it, too!Each clever flap provides an action or scene-change to encourage children to actively engage and explore. The playful flaps are perfect for little hands to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.Original concept and illustration by Dan Green.The Busy Day series:Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Also available in the Busy Day series:BuilderVet ChefAstronautFarmerFirefighter Athlete

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the World Cup with this lift-the-flap football book. Join in to help the footballer bring the trophy home!Ready, shoot . . . SCORE! Can you help the busy footballer to win the match? Join in and use the flaps to pass the ball, tackle the player, and shoot for the goal. With interactive action-flaps, you can do it, too!Each clever flap provides an action or scene-change to encourage children to actively engage and explore. The playful flaps are perfect for little hands to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.Original concept and illustration by Dan Green.The Busy Day series:Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Also available in the Busy Day series:AstronautAthleteBuilderChefFarmerFirefighterMechanicTrain DriverVet

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Book SynopsisInstant New York Times bestselling series opener inspired by prima ballerina and author Misty Copeland's own early experiences in ballet.From prima ballerina and New York Times bestselling author Misty Copeland comes the story of a young Misty, who discovers her love of dance through the ballet Coppélia--a story about a toymaker who devises a villainous plan to bring a doll to life. Misty is so captivated by the tale and its heroine, Swanilda, she decides to audition for the role. But she's never danced ballet before; in fact, this is the very first day of her very first dance class!Though Misty is excited, she's also nervous. But as she learns from her fellow bunheads, she makes wonderful friends who encourage her to do her very best. Misty's nerves quickly fall away, and with a little teamwork, the bunheads put on a show to remember. Featuring the stunning artwork of newcomer Setor Fiadzigbey, Bunheads is an inTrade ReviewPraise for Bunheads:Instant Indie Bestseller!★ “Few picture books feature skilled youth dancers and even fewer star a girl of color, but this beautifully does both while simultaneously conveying the joy dancing can bring.” —Booklist, starred review★ “Celebrates the joy of dance with a biographical glimpse of the young Misty in her first ballet class, auditions, and preparation for a performance of Coppélia. A muted color palette in digitally painted art highlights the technique and diversity of the dancers . . . [as] the author follows her young self through the audition process for dance roles, her questioning thoughts about her own talent, working with other dancers, and the sheer thrill of performance. . . This title is the perfect biographical addition for young readers interested in dance and the arts.” —School Library Journal, starred review“The magical tale of a gutsy young ballerina, drawn from the barrier-breaking dancer’s own life.” —People“The sense of movement, perspective, and depth [illustrator Setor Fiadzigbey] brings to Bunheads is like nothing I've ever seen. . . And you don't have to be a dance fanatic to enjoy it; while the vast majority of the action takes place in the studio or onstage, any child who has ever had a dream or felt passionate about something will find themselves in the book's pages. And frankly, even if a kid has never heard of a plié or seen the inside of a ballet class, the sheer joy on every illustration of Misty's face will probably have them pas de bourrée-ing around the house to see what all the fuss is about.” —NPR.com“A gorgeous, inclusive tale . . [that] will inspire the next generation of dancers.” —Shondaland.com“Bunheads features two young female dancers and friends . . . [and] while films and television sensationalize the ballet world as cutthroat with trash-talking ballerinas, Copeland depicts a much different environment where the characters champion one another.” —Parade “In Bunheads, ballerina Misty Copeland tells the story of how she fell in love with dance.” —TIME for Kids

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Book SynopsisFrom the anticipating love parents and caregivers have for theirlittle ones, to the tremendous love of a lifelong friendship, andthe boundless love of a grandparent . . . these are all the lovesthis sweet book celebrates.

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Book SynopsisIn this heartfelt picture book, children can go on a journey with Panda as she experiences feeling sulky, grumpy, and angry, and learns to navigate these emotions.Experiencing an extreme emotion such as anger can be very scary for young children. They may feel out-of-control and panicked. My Angry Book guides children through these difficult feelings and helps them make sense of their emotions.With charming, full-colour illustrations, this empathetically written book takes children on a heartfelt journey with cute Panda as she experiences feelings of anger. Alongside Panda, children learn to understand why they feel the way they do, and how to make themselves feel better.Developed in consultation with a mental health professional Clare Arnold, CAMHS, My Angry Book equips young children with the insight and vocabulary they need to express, anticipate, and navigate their feelings. Perfect for children aged 4+.

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Book SynopsisBring the exciting world of gymnastics to life in scenes packed full of cartwheels, costumes, handstands, splits, rolls and jumps. Themes include classes and training sessions, learning new moves and skills, competitions and shows. Children will have hours of fun adding the vibrant stickers to the beautifully illustrated pages.

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