Early years: time and seasons
Laburnum Press Summer
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£6.99
Laburnum Press Autumn
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£6.64
Laburnum Press Winter
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£6.99
BookLife Publishing Seasons
Book SynopsisThe Young Explorers series explores key first science topics via engaging text and informative diagrams. Springs introduces early learners to simple forces via the use of everyday materials. Find out how rubber, metal and plastic materials can transform in shape by simply squashing, bending or stretching them.
£12.59
BookLife Publishing Spring
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£12.99
BookLife Publishing Summer
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£11.69
BookLife Publishing Autumn
Book SynopsisBold images and easy read text promise to engage young readers in this fun series on the four seasons. Children can find out about the different types of weather to expect, whilst also learning about seasonal foods and activities.
£11.69
Picthall and Gunzi (an imprint of Award Publications Limited) Tell The Time Sticker Book: includes Giant Tell
Book SynopsisWith simple explanations and fun activities, this engaging sticker book is an ideal way to help children learn to tell the time. It includes over 100 stickers, lots of puzzles to solve, and a giant 844 x 540 mm pull-out tell-the-time poster.
£7.56
Scallywag Press We Found a Seed
Book SynopsisA little boy and girl find a seed, and decide to keep it safe. They play with it but it doesn't grow. What must they do to make it grow? When it flowers and dies they find it has left them lots of new seeds to plant. Perfect to get children interested in gardening and introduce them to the plant life cycle and seasons.
£7.59
Scallywag Press We Planted a Pumpkin
Book SynopsisFollow the journey of a tiny seed to a big, fat, orange pumpkin, as the two friends from WE FOUND A SEED decide to grow a pumpkin for Halloween! As the children tend to their plant throughout the seasons, we explore their emotions: enthusiasm, anxiety, joy and finally a sense of achievement. Using a simple text with poetry and repetition, the book shares with young readers the delight of working with nature, and shows the need to be patient.Trade Review‘Beautifully illustrated, with just the right amount of detail in both words and pictures for pre-schoolers. Slightly older children will be able to try reading it for themselves; and I’m certain that both listeners and readers alike will be eager to try growing their own pumpkin seeds.’ Books for Keeps;‘A gorgeous book to share with the young and likely to be the start of many adventures in the garden.’ LoveReading;‘A lovely addition to any bookshelf - and might just get your children interested in doing their own gardening.’ Booktrust;'This beautifully illustrated book is pitch perfect for little ones. They’ll love spotting all the minibeasts on every spread. I have no doubt that like the characters in the story, youngsters will be motivated to engage with nature, try planting some pumpkin seeds and become excited as they follow their development.' Red Reading Hub;‘The illustrations are lively and colourful, fitting well with the pace of the storytelling. Nature is celebrated on every page and readers will enjoy moving beyond the text to explore the various garden minibeasts that are dotted throughout the book.’ Children's Book Ireland
£11.69
Scallywag Press We Planted a Pumpkin
Book SynopsisFollow the journey of a tiny seed to a big, fat, orange pumpkin, as the two friends from WE FOUND A SEED decide to grow a pumpkin for Halloween! As the children tend to their plant throughout the seasons, we explore their emotions: enthusiasm, anxiety, joy and finally a sense of achievement. Using a simple text with poetry and repetition, the book shares with young readers the delight of working with nature, and shows the need to be patient.Trade Review‘Beautifully illustrated, with just the right amount of detail in both words and pictures for pre-schoolers. Slightly older children will be able to try reading it for themselves; and I’m certain that both listeners and readers alike will be eager to try growing their own pumpkin seeds.’ Books for Keeps;‘A gorgeous book to share with the young and likely to be the start of many adventures in the garden.’ LoveReading;‘A lovely addition to any bookshelf - and might just get your children interested in doing their own gardening.’ Booktrust;'This beautifully illustrated book is pitch perfect for little ones. They’ll love spotting all the minibeasts on every spread. I have no doubt that like the characters in the story, youngsters will be motivated to engage with nature, try planting some pumpkin seeds and become excited as they follow their development.' Red Reading Hub;‘The illustrations are lively and colourful, fitting well with the pace of the storytelling. Nature is celebrated on every page and readers will enjoy moving beyond the text to explore the various garden minibeasts that are dotted throughout the book.’ Children's Book Ireland
£7.59
What on Earth Books Every Second: 100 Lightning Strikes, 8,000 Scoops
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£18.69
Libri Publishing Autumn's Turn
Book SynopsisThis is a children’s story about the seasons. Autumn refuses to step aside for her sister, Winter, when it’s her turn. Winter gets increasingly worried as time goes on without her getting the chance to do her work. Spring and Summer also appeal to Autumn, as does Mother Nature, but Autumn refuses to listen. Eventually, Father Time talks some sense into her, and she steps aside for winter and the other seasons. The story starts with an overlong autumn. The people are happy, initially, thinking they’ll have a shorter winter. However, the people’s praise for this lovely season goes to Autumn’s head, and she refuses to step aside for winter, with disastrous consequences. Children will enjoy reading about the different personalities of the seasons and will also be gaining an insight into how nature works. Just as the people in the story, the reader may come to appreciate all the seasons and the important role they play.
£11.32
Scribe Publications Off to the Market: A celebration of markets,
Book SynopsisSunday is market day. We are looking for pumpkin, apples, eggs, and bread. What else will we find? Where did it come from? And what will we make with it? Learn all about produce in this delightful child’s tour of a food market, full of fun facts, delicious new discoveries, and charming characters. A loving ode to the people who bring food to our table and connection to our community, from acclaimed artist Alice Oehr.Trade Review‘Alice Oehr’s beautifully illustrated picture book, Off to the Market, explores a trip to a food market, teaching children about the produce, what can be made with it, as well as the journey to our tables … introduces fun facts and new discoveries.’ * City Kids *‘Off to the Market creates an approachable environment for children to learn just what to do at a market. This is also an excellent resource for learning about different types of fruits and vegetables without an overly moral approach to eating ‘good’ or ‘healthy’ food. Instead, the book favours information about flavours, colours, textures and growing conditions: ‘sage has a strong flavour that goes well with rich ingredients like pumpkin and butter’. With Oehr’s bright illustrations of wholefoods and her depiction of a multicultural community, Off to the Market is one of my favourite children’s picture books of the year.’ -- Clare Millar * Readings *‘Off to the Market presents wholesome, natural produce in a positive light and will stimulate children’s play as well as encourage them to eat experimentally and well.’ -- Joy Lawn * Books+Publishing *‘This beautiful nonfiction book is a feast of colour, introducing readers to the market experience and homegrown produce in a fun and interesting way.’ * Deescribe writing *‘With luscious illustrations, Oehr helps children explore farmers’ markets and the allure of fresh produce and the community of the market. Oehr includes an approachable array of information about fruits and vegetables, such as flavour pairings, textures and growing conditions.’ * The Big Issue *‘Illustrations are super vibrant with pop-out colours that radiate on the surfaces of the vegetables, fruit, and other food products that we’re purchasing … I loved the story, the characters we meet in the market, and the vibrant illustrations … I would add this to Let Me Fix You a Plate by Elizabeth Lilly, On the Farm, At the Market by G. Brian Karas and Out Little Kitchen by Jillian Tamaki..’ * School Library Connection *
£11.69
Boxer Books Limited The Magical Snowflake
Book SynopsisExperience the enchanting and timeless tale of expectation, anticipation, and wonder crafted by renowned children’s book author Bernette Ford. The Magical Snowflake captures the heartwarming essence of a young girl amid the frosty snow, making it more than just a children’s Christmas book; it's an inclusive holiday read-aloud book that celebrates the winter season, community, family, and friendship. Set in the midst of winter's chill, with an absence of snow, Ori and her friends yearn to play outdoors. Ori makes a heartfelt wish, and soon, a special snowflake brings joy to the entire town. Guided by the confidence of a young girl and the assured storytelling voice of author Bernette Ford, The Magical Snowflake leads readers through moments of pure delight, filled with song, dance, and seasonal cheer. For those seeking winter books or the perfect toddler books this holiday season, The Magical Snowflake promises to be the surprise of the year. Destined to become a classic among Christmas books for kids, this story's enchanting protagonist, Ori, will inspire both children and adults to partake in the merriment and sing along to "We wish you a merry winter." The vibrant illustrations by Erin K. Robinson bring these unforgettable scenes to life, ensuring that this story will be etched in your heart forever. Trade Review "Robinson’s layered artwork uses color and detail in surprising ways to deliver majestic scenes children will want to pore over again and again. Beautifully executed." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review “Ford and Robinson’s titular snowflake leads a community on a merry march in this hypnotic tribute to a season’s first snowfall . . . . Spongy effects from Robinson capture the fuzziness of flurries coating the town, while iridescent hues conjure the bliss of an eagerly awaited winter storm.” —Publishers Weekly “Robinson’s bright, highly textured illustrations will make readers long for a snow day.”—Horn Book “[T]his joyful celebration of the first snow can appeal to anyone.”—Geek Dad “[P]erfect for the snow-lover in your house . . . . Accompanying the story are gorgeous, brightly-colored illustrations that your child will want to see again and again.” —The Hawk Eye
£13.50
Boxer Books Love and Hugs: Spring
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£11.69
Boxer Books Limited Love and Hugs: Winter
Book SynopsisCreated by award-winning card artist Ginger Betty (Tracey Colliston), this series of heartfelt picture books explores the warmth and emotions of friendship and family. The perfect gift for those you love. Love and Hugs: Winter explores and celebrates all things wintery with a whole host of delightful new characters rendered in soft watercolours. There are winter walks, hot chocolate and log fires, being with friends, and spending time together.
£9.49
Boxer Books Love and Hugs: Winter
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£11.69
Hungry Tomato Ltd AUTUMN TIME Travel Through The Seasons: STEM
Book SynopsisAutumn Time takes a fresh look at how nature and habitats change and the science behind it. With falling leaves, nuts and seeds, it's a brightly illustrated, beautifully written, playful look at this unique season.
£6.99
Tractorland Ltd Tractor Ted 4 puzzles in a box
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£11.98
Kumon Publishing North America, Inc Easy Telling Time Write & Wipe
Book SynopsisOur innovative write and wipe flash cards are specially designed for early learners. They are extra-thick to stand up to repeated and frequent use and include a dry erase marker so children can practice each skill again and again.
£10.44
Raw Junior LLC Silly Lilly: in What Will I Be Today?
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£9.49
Downtown Bookworks Shakespeare's Seasons
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£14.44
Blue Manatee Press In Spring / En Primavera
Book SynopsisIn spring, seeds grow. I want to grow like a seed! En primavera, las semillas crecen. ¡Quiero crecer como una semilla! In this bilingual board book, a joyful little boy celebrates all of his favorite things about spring, from seeds growing to puddles splashing.
£6.95
Blue Manatee Press In Autumn / En Otoño
Book Synopsis“In autumn, pumpkins smile. I can smile like a pumpkin! En otoño, las calabazas sonríen. ¡Quiero sonreír como una calabaza!” Celebrate autumn with this bilingual board book! Vibrant photographs paired with text in both English and Spanish follow one little girl as she personifies all of her favorite things about the season: leaves falling, wind blowing, and more. Welcome the autumn season and build language skills with In Autumn/En Otoño!
£6.95
Blue Manatee Press In Summer / En Verano
Book SynopsisI like summer! How about you? What do you like about summer?¡Me gusta el verano! ¿Y a ti? ¿Qué te gusta del verano?"Celebrate longer days and warmer weather with this bilingual board book! There are so many fun things to do in the summertime: swimming, playing baseball, going to the beach. What do you like about summer? Vibrant photographs and text in both English and Spanish make In Summer/En Verano the perfect book for summertime... or any time!
£6.95
Blue Manatee Press In Winter / En Invierno
Book Synopsis"In winter… I am going to build a snowman! What are you going to build? En invierno… ¡Voy a hacer un muÑeco de nieve! ¿QuÉ vas a hacer tÚ?" In winter, there are so many things to do: build a snowman, drink cocoa, catch snowflakes on your tongue. What are you going to do in winter? With vibrant photographs and text in both English and Spanish, In Winter / En Invierno will soon become a story time favorite!
£6.95
World Wisdom Books Wonder: A Song of the Seasons
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£13.49
Shanghai Press A Journey to Find the Cuckoo: A Heroic Legend
Book SynopsisThere used to be a small village on the mountain. The villagers there cannot tell the seasons and are unable to farm successfully. A young man named Aluo decides to go and look for the legendary cuckoo who could tell the seasons by himself. Along the way, Aluo helps a frog and feeds a rooster. Aluo’s kindness touches their hearts. They decide to help Aluo find the cuckoo. They find the Red River Goddess who tells them that the cuckoo lives in the golden bamboo forest in the sky. She gives them a golden leaf, which can be used to call the cuckoo. She also warns them that one of them might even be killed. However, they are not frightened by the difficulties ahead of them. They manage to fly into the sky with their intelligence, and enter the golden bamboo forest after they help the old cattle finish ploughing the endless fields with their creativity. While Aluo is whistling with the golden leaves in the golden bamboo forest, the brave, kind, and wise Aluo turns into a divine cuckoo bird. As he protects his beloved hometown, the villagers are able to farm based on seasons and live good lives with years of harvests.
£14.20
Science, Naturally! Twinkle, Twinkle, Daytime Star
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£11.67
Islandport Press B Is for Berkshires
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£17.05
Cozy Cottage Stories, LLC The Snowflake Snatcher
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£18.99
West Margin Press The Seasons of Little Wolf
Book SynopsisLittle Wolf, pup of Gray Wolf and White Wolf, bounds into the world and through the seasons in this new children’s picture book. Inside the safety of the den, through fields of wildflowers, and in birch shimmering in an autumn moon’s glow, Van Zyle’s paintings depict Little Wolf’s adventures through a variety of perspectives from close-up portraits to sweeping action scenes. Jonathan London’s lyrical prose imparts a wisdom to the text, endearing the reader to the pup and creating a suspenseful read-aloud.Trade ReviewA chronicle of a cub’s first year… Respectful and informative, with dashes of humor and drama. * Kirkus *
£12.34
West Margin Press The Seasons of Little Wolf
Book SynopsisLittle Wolf, pup of Gray Wolf and White Wolf, bounds into the world and through the seasons in this new children’s picture book. Inside the safety of the den, through fields of wildflowers, and in birch shimmering in an autumn moon’s glow, Van Zyle’s paintings depict Little Wolf’s adventures through a variety of perspectives from close-up portraits to sweeping action scenes. Jonathan London’s lyrical prose imparts a wisdom to the text, endearing the reader to the pup and creating a suspenseful read-aloud.Trade ReviewA chronicle of a cub’s first year… Respectful and informative, with dashes of humor and drama. * Kirkus *
£8.54
City of Light Publishing Willy and Lilly's Adventures with Weather
Book Synopsis Moonbeam Award Winner The four seasons bring all sorts of weather, and Willy and Lilly adventure through it together. Join this dynamic duo and their adorable pets as they learn why the days get shorter in the winter, how the weather changes with the seasons, and what weather forecasts can tell us (like when it's best to play inside!). Written by a meteorologist, this delightfully illustrated text presents challenging scientific concepts in a kid-friendly fashion and even includes a glossary of weather words perfect for extending the story for young readers.
£12.56
City of Light Publishing Willy and Lilly's Adventures with Weather
Book Synopsis Moonbeam Award Winner The four seasons bring all sorts of weather, and Willy and Lilly adventure through it together. Join this dynamic duo and their adorable pets as they learn why the days get shorter in the winter, how the weather changes with the seasons, and what weather forecasts can tell us (like when it's best to play inside!). Written by a meteorologist, this delightfully illustrated text presents challenging scientific concepts in a kid-friendly fashion and even includes a glossary of weather words perfect for extending the story for young readers.
£16.16
West Margin Press Jabber the Steller's Jay
Book SynopsisMeet Jabber, a Steller’s jay born in the spring in a nest of pine twigs and mud. When summer comes, she grows feathers and learns to fly, just in time for the cold season ahead. With beautiful illustrations by Diane Iverson, Jabber the Steller’s Jay takes the reader through the first year of Jabber’s life as she learns to survive along with the other animals who live in the ponderosa pine forest of the US Southwest with her. Includes a pictorial glossary of many of the forest animals that Jabber meets, including a red-tailed hawk, a tassel-eared squirrel, a porcupine, and a mountain lion.Trade Review"The first year in the life of a Steller's jay is recounted, with a focus on the Southwest ponderosa pine forest and other animals that live there." --Kirkus"A brilliant introduction to this sapphire star of the southwest." --Peggy Tibbetts, Children's Bookwatch"Beautifully illustrated by Diane Iverson, and informatively written by Dr. Sylvester Allred (a retired biology professor from Northern Arizona University), JABBER THE STELLER'S JAY is a children's picture book takes reader through the first year of life of Jabber, a Steller's jay. She lives in the ponderosa pine forest of the US Southwest, which provides many habitats and foods for the other animals that live there with her. The various life stages of Steller's jays are explored through the four seasons. Includes a pictorial glossary of many of the forest animals that Jabber meets, including a red-tailed hawk, a tassel-eared squirrel, a porcupine, and a mountain lion. Ideal for children ages 4 to 8, JABBER THE STELLER'S JAY is unreservedly recommended for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library Pets/Wildlife picture book collections." --Children's Bookwatch - The Pets/Wildlife Shelf
£12.34
Little Tiger Press Group Seasons
Book SynopsisWatch six breathtaking landscapes from around the world transform through the seasons in this beautifully illustrated book. Features simple facts about the creatures and plants that are found in each location during the different seasons.From the Arctic tundra to the African plains, the changing of the seasons keeps every creature and plant working together in perfect balance. Discover the sweet smells and sounds of the meadows in springtime, when the flowers and trees begin to bud and birds fill the skies. Marvel at the northern lights that illuminate the Arctic sky in the winter. Meet the underwater animals that live in boggy creeks in Australia during the summer. With simple facts about the wildlife and plants that change through every season, this is the perfect book for all nature lovers.
£16.14
Islandport Press 123 Gulls: A Counting Book
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£14.20
Islandport Press Mud, Sand, and Snow
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£10.40
Encantos Canticos Little Sunny Sunshine / Sol Solecito:
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£13.49
Encantos Canticos Little Sunny Sunshine / Sol Solecito:
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£9.89
Cameron & Company Inc Beautiful Day!: Petite Poems for All Seasons
Book SynopsisA picture book of haiku-inspired poems celebrating the four seasonsBeautiful day!Teach me, too, how to fly,mother swallow! In simple, poetic verse, a child observes their world from spring to summer, and autumn through winter, in this gentle ode to the seasons, accompanied by exquisite illustrations.
£9.89
Cameron & Company Inc An Earth Song (Petite Poems)
Book SynopsisDiscover the power and joy of poetry in this simple, modern introduction to Langston Hughes, featuring an ode to spring and long-awaited new beginningsIn this illustrated adaptation of a beloved Langston Hughes poem, a child delights as the world around him awakens from winter and comes to life with the long-awaited arrival of spring and new beginnings of all kinds.Trade Review“Like springtime, worth the wait.” * Kirkus Reviews *
£10.79
Boutique of Quality Books First Steps, First Snow
Book SynopsisAnimals and nature add wonder to daily life. First Steps, First Snow connects young readers to nature, nocturnal animals, and fosters mindfulness. Whether it's changing seasons, changing scenes, or observing wildlife, nature adds wonder to our lives. First Steps, First Snow (based on a true story) describes a magical walk in the woods on a winter night. The poem guides readers on the walk and encourages the observation of nature. Watercolor illustrations show nocturnal animals that live in forests. At the end, the two children and the animals are all snug and sound asleep — a perfect bedtime story for readers of all ages.Trade ReviewAbout Grief Doodling: Bringing Back Your Smiles : " Grief Doodling is a wonderfully powerful and well thought out resources." Glen Lord, the co-founder of www.thegrieftoolbox.com"This book opens yet another door. . . showcasing doodling's greater ability to ease our passage from grief back to joy." Sunny Brown, author of The Doodle Revolution"Putting pen to paper is a meaningful, healing way to process difficult emotions like grief." Joanne Fink, founder of Zenspirations"Hodgson has created a magnificent tool that every person experiencing loss should have at their fingertips. I love this book!" Sandy Goodman, author Love Never Dies"Hodgson's gentle, fact-based approach is evident in the doodling prompts. This is a wonderful kid's book - a creative outlet for children to process their grief." Dr. Heidi Horsley, Executive Director of the Open to Hope Foundation
£15.26
Storybook Genius, LLC The Day the Holidays Blew Away
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£9.50
Imagine & Wonder Learn to Tell Time: A Full-Color Activity
Book SynopsisMake learning shapes fun with this full-color workbook! Includes felt-tip pen and wipe-clean board! Parents rejoice! You can help your children about circles, triangles, sqaures, rectangles, and more at home. In our virtual world, parents are helping their children learn reading, math, history, and more. Now, at home, moms and dads can teach boys and girls their shapes.Trace the dotted line and you're making hearts and diamonds and more! Kids will learn the difference between small, medium, and large. And they'll try to match objects with the boxes to which they belong. It's so fun, kids will think it's playtime and not school!Whether you are home schooling your children, helping your boy or girl get a head start, or just looking for a fun stay-at-home rainy-day activity, learning at home should be fun and easy for both parents and kids. With the beautiful, full-color workbook, Learning Shapes, it is.
£7.55
Clever Publishing Guess What's in Spring: A Lift-The-Flap Book with
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£9.89
