Early years: time and seasons
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Winter Is Here Board Book
Book SynopsisTrade Review“This accomplished picture book details the season of winter. Author Henkes’ text is simple but evocative, observing winter in perceptive and sometimes-playful detail. Illustrator Dronzek’s acrylic illustrations...enrich and deepen the text as they add story details and warmth. ...A polished, playful story in which words and pictures dance in perfect harmony.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Gorgeous...An appealing series of pictures shows the boy donning boots and zippers, vests and zippers, and jackets and zippers, wryly underscored by humorous text. ...The gentle repetitions continue as winter stays, and stays and stays, until it finally shrinks away and slips around the corner into a gorgeous, green spring. ...The large format, language, and pictures merge in a just-right read-aloud for fans of winter’s charms.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) “Another must-have seasonal picture book created through the amazing collaboration of Henkes and Dronzek. . . .The descriptive word choice is able to set the scene perfectly with so few words, and the soft illustrations match and enrich the text seamlessly. . . .Bundle up for this wonderful wintry tale of all the highs and lows that the season has to offer.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Henkes and Dronzek present a lyrical ode to winter and its many moods. The text, marked by a gentle rhythm, uses descriptive language to bring the season to vivid life...Expressive, full-bleed spreads steal the show.” — The Horn Book “A cinematically enticing take on winter, and the atmospheric lyricism is seasonally suitable. ...A cozy evocation both of the real and imagined experience of days measured by the white stuff.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Acrylic paintings that spill off the pages set the scene through this book, an exploration of the long winter’s season’s juxtapositions. . .Winter’s journey, difficult and serene as it may be, ends with the full-page color spread that is spring. The simple, lyrical text and rich, soft illustrations work together to provide the perfect, snuggle-under-the-covers storytime experience.” — St. Louis Post-Dispatch “Have a warm cup of cocoa, snuggle up with a youngster and share Winter Is Here, a charmer by best-selling, award-winning Kevin Henkes. . . his poetic words [are] accompanied by soft artwork by Laura Dronzek. . . .The season’s never looked or sounded better.” — The Missourian
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Green
Book SynopsisA heartwarming winter story, exploring big emotions from the award-winning author of The Night BoxEd is at his happiest when winter comes and Green turns to White. White means snow and playing on his fast, sleek, shiny sled.But one day, some other sleds whizz by faster, sleeker, shinier making Ed''s sled seem old and dull and slow.There is only one thing to do Ed must build a new sled, so spectacular, it will stop everyone in their tracks.But while he is busy working, competing to be the best, things around Ed are changing. White is disappearing and Green is returningPerfect for fans of Abi Elphinstone's The Snow Dragon, Benji Davies' The Snowflake and Lu Fraser's The Littlest Yak.A lyrical and reassuring introduction to the big emotion of envy and companion title tothe Greenaway-nominated Sweep.Hannah Peck has been shortlisted for The Alligator's Mouth Award 2022 and the V&A Illustration Awards 2022.Trade Review"Greig is creating books that make me wish I still had a pre-schooler to lull to sleep with her stories, and to initiate into the world of poetry with her words"', The Herald, on The Night Box
£6.99
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Winter
Book SynopsisWith Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Winter Wonderland, young sticker lovers can use the 75+ adorable, oversize stickers on 11 colorful winter scenes. With more than 75 stickers and 11 different scenes to place them on, Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Winter Wonderland is a captivating collection of wintertime delights. Snowflakes, hats and mittens, and colorful cardinal birds are just some of the jumbo stickers included in this book. All 2 inches or larger, the stickers are easy for little fingers to handle, and the playful illustrations of adorable animals are sure to inspire big imaginations. Should that sledding penguin sticker be placed at the top of the hill or the bottom? Is that a smiling snowman? What about that ice skating bear? Where should she go? With Jumbo Stickers, even the youngest children with the smallest fingers can have loads of fun while dreaming up wintertime stories. Each book in the Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands series from Walter Foster Jr. provides hours of fun, with oversize stickers made with tiny fingers in mind. Colorful illustrations inspire imaginative play and storytelling, while the large stickers allow for fine motor skill practice, making the Jumbo Sticker books perfect for creative young kids. Have even more Jumbo Sticker fun with: Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Human Body, Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Cute Stuff, Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Unicorns, and Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Mermaids.
£5.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Rome
Book SynopsisHello, Rome! This board book series pairs early learning concepts with colorful, stylish illustrations of the iconic art, architecture, food, and culture of cities around the world. Both children and adults continue to love these hip and charming books!In Rome you can learn about the days of the week while discovering the city: enjoy delicious gelato on Tuesday, ride your scooters past the Colosseum on Thursday, and visit St. Peter''s Basilica on Sunday.
£6.99
Holiday House Inc Crinkle Crackle CRACK
Book SynopsisRap, bap, tap. Late one winter night, a child awakes to peculiar noises in the backyard- a bear! They journey together through the snowy forest as other animals eagerly join in, creating a parade to welcome the spring.This is a perfect seasonal read aloud to bridge Winter and Spring. In this mysterious picture book, sounds build anticipation as the ground thaws, and the icy pond breaks. Trees begin to bud and more animals join the fray, until… CRACK! Spring bursts from a gigantic egg full of gorgeous flowers and birds.
£7.52
Scholastic US Arthurs Off to School
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£6.28
Peachtree Publishers,U.S. Mighty
Book SynopsisThis stunning, profound book explores the life cycle of a tree?not just through a season but across decades?as well as the other living things that depend upon it. How can something stay itself and yet change and grow? The oak tree shows us how.Sometimes things happen by chance. A blue jay drops an acorn, a lucky acorn that happens to fall in just the right place and begins to grow.Though it begins life as a tiny part of the forest floor, the acorn soon grows large enough to provide shelter for a fox, host for insects that in turn provide food for songbirds, and a home for many small creatures. Animals hibernate in its branches and among its roots, and humans rest in the cool shade it provides.As generations of living things pass by the tree, the forest develops, and a town begins to grow. And the lucky tree is always there, though its form and size change.In this picture book about the life cycle of a tree and the plants and animals that depend upon it, Henry Cole reminds us, in elegant prose and stunning black & white illustrations, of the importance of interconnectedness and the passage of time.A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
£15.29
Candlewick Press,U.S. Dawn
£14.31
Penguin Young Readers Group The Snowy Day
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£13.29
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Time for Spring
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£14.24
Priddy Books My First Clock Book
Book SynopsisMy First Clock Book is a fantastic novelty board book from Priddy Books even includes a clock with hands that move! Set around a school day, each page has a different time for children to learn about. The clock is set in a die-cut within the cover and folds out so the child can match the time on every page, reinforcing the concept. With fun illustrations and simple questions to answer, kids will learn all about time and how it relates to their own day.
£8.54
Warne Frederick & Company Spots Snowy Day
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£6.99
Nosy Crow Ltd Listen to the Sounds of Spring
Book SynopsisAn internationally bestselling series of board books with amazing real-life sounds! This brand new edition includes replaceable AAA batteries and an exciting 'Look and Find' game on the final page.
£9.49
Petit Collage Day and Night First Words
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£7.60
HarperCollins Publishers The High Hills Brambly Hedge Series
Book SynopsisCelebrate the 40th anniversary of the miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge!It is the very end of autumn and Flax and Lily are busy making blankets for the voles in the High Hills. Mr Apple has to deliver the blankets to them before the cold weather sets in and Wilfred Toadflax is eager to go along. He is convinced there is gold to be found in the hills beyond Brambly Hedge and this is his chance to discover it.Everything goes to plan until Wilfred scrambles up a rock face and can't get down. The mist begins to rise and soon Mr Apple and Wilfred are engulfed in a thick white fog, unable to find their way homeTrade Review“…the most researched-crammed fantasy ever set before small children…” Sunday Times Magazine “Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story are beautiful tales…nostalgic Mums can enjoy them with their own kids.” The Sun (Natasha Harding) “Incredible illustrations…” @father_of_daughters, Instagram “If I [were] a mouse, this is where I’d wanna live” @britneyspears, Instagram
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Eggy Heads
Book SynopsisBing and his friends are making Eggy Heads today, in another fun adventure!Round the corner, not far away Bing is making Eggy Heads today!Bing is playing with his friends at Amma's creche, and today they're making Eggy Heads. They draw on their faces, put in the seeds to grow the cress hair and wait!But Bing doesn't want to wait. And he has an idea to make Eggy's hair grow fasterDon't worry Bing, it's no big thing. Another exciting adventure about first milestones, with beloved preschool character Bing Bunny.Trade ReviewCustomer reviews: “Absolutely love this book! My son got this bought for him for his 2nd birthday because he loves Bing. This is the only book he's really enjoyed. He is always passing me it to read to him. We've read it that much he sometimes says some words before I say them! The big pictures and writing are really good for children. I will be buying the rest. Definitely recommend.” “Lovely book. Bought for my 20-month-old. the book is really good quality and is lovely to sit down with. Keeps my toddler occupied.” “Fab book. Bought this for our son’s 2nd birthday and it was probably the best thing we bought! He absolutely loves it!” “Great book for a huge Bing fan! My daughter loves reading this.” “Beautiful book with lovely bright pictures. My little boy will love this!” “Lovely book. Big hit with my son!” “Super book. Large writing and very colourful. Ideal for reading to child or being read by young child. Good quality too.” “Round the corner not far away, my son loves us to read this every day.” “Fab! Very popular with a Bing-mad toddler.” “Great fun book for a young Bing Bunny fan; will keep little fingers and brains busy.” “Our little boy absolutely loves Bing so this little book comes out every day!” “Perfect book for my 2 yr old toddler. Great for story time and building his word skills.”
£8.24
HarperCollins Publishers One Springy Day A Percy The Park Keeper Story
Book SynopsisA hilarious story in the 9-million-copy best-selling classic series from highly regarded author Nick Butterworth!The Fox is playing hide-and-seek with Percy and the animals of the park. He's got a great hiding place in Percy's workshop but hasn't noticed that there is a pot of strong glue dangerously close by and soon finds himself in an embarrassingly sticky situation! What can Percy do to help?Includes a surprise fold-out page!Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!Trade ReviewPraise for One Springy Day‘Brimming with warmth and gentle humour.’ Sally Morris, Daily Mail ‘An absolute must for every young book shelf’ Reading Zone ‘A timeless classic’ Story Kids Praise for One Snowy Night‘A heartwarming bedtime tale…’ Susan Hill, The Independent ‘A lovely book to share at bedtime’ Children’s Book News ‘… it’s just right for reading aloud on a cold day’ Books for Keeps Praise for The Rescue Party:‘…it’s good for reading aloud to under-fives, and later the six-pluses will still want to read it themselves.’ The Independent on Sunday Praise for After the Storm:‘…look no further for the best present for any child from two to six.’ Susan Hill, The Sunday Times Praise for Percy’s Bumpy Ride:‘Imaginatively detailed illustrations and just the right amount of suspense.’ Practical Parenting
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Telling the Time
Book SynopsisIllustrated poster designed to help children learn to tell the time.Ideal for encouraging young learners, this colourful and highly informative poster shows a clear and simple clock face and includes analogue and digital clock displays, concepts such as quarter past, half past, and quarter to, and sunrise and sunset.Attractive, colourful posterRolls up for easy storageSuitable for home or school useCan be used for independent learning or school projectsDimensions are 610 X 915 mmMore illustrated in the Collins Children's Poster series include the Alphabet Poster (9780008304690), First Words Poster (9780008304706), First Phonics Poster (9780008304720), Numbers 1-20 Poster (9780008304737), Numbers 1-100 Poster (9780008304744), Adding Up Poster (9780008304775), Times Tables Poster (9780008304782), Flags Poster (9780008304799), Solar System Poster (9780008304805), and Human Body Poster (9780008304812)Illustrated by Steve Evans.Trade Review“Such good quality and really attractive for the reasonable price” – Consumer review
£8.32
HarperCollins Publishers One Springy Day
Book SynopsisA hilarious story in the 9-million-copy best-selling classic series from highly regarded author Nick Butterworth!Trade ReviewPraise for One Springy Day‘Brimming with warmth and gentle humour.’ Sally Morris, Daily Mail ‘An absolute must for every young book shelf’ Reading Zone ‘A timeless classic’ Storgy Kids Praise for One Snowy Night‘A heartwarming bedtime tale…’ Susan Hill, The Independent ‘A lovely book to share at bedtime’ Children’s Book News ‘… it’s just right for reading aloud on a cold day’ Books for Keeps Praise for The Rescue Party:‘…it’s good for reading aloud to under-fives, and later the six-pluses will still want to read it themselves.’ The Independent on Sunday Praise for After the Storm:‘…look no further for the best present for any child from two to six.’ Susan Hill, The Sunday Times Praise for Percy’s Bumpy Ride:‘Imaginatively detailed illustrations and just the right amount of suspense.’ Practical Parenting
£9.20
HarperCollins Publishers Where are the leaves Level 4 Collins Peapod
Book SynopsisInspire a love of reading with stories that are written from a child’s perspective and will encourage children to discover the world around them. With audio and activities, Peapod Readers are the perfect start to a child’s journey into learning English.
£5.90
HarperCollins Publishers Why I Love the Forest
Book SynopsisFeaturing children's own words along with heart-warming pictures, this book is a perfect celebration of all that is special about the forest.I love the forest because This touching board book combines endearing things children say about the forest with cute illustrations of young animals. It's a great place to go hiking, there are all kinds of homes there and the air is so fresh no wonder everyone loves the forest!A wonderful book for the youngest of nature lovers!Trade ReviewPraise for Why I Love Nova Scotia: “Charming and a delight to read . . . ” CM Magazine
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Why I Love Halloween
Book SynopsisFeaturing children's own words and heart-warming pictures, this board book is a perfect celebration of everything there is to love about Halloween!I love Halloween becauseThis fun-packed board book combines the things children say about Halloween with irresistible illustrations of young animals. There are fun costumes to wear, great games to play and we go trick-or-treating . . . hurray for Halloween!A gorgeous new addition to the two-million-copy-selling Why I Love series, cherished all over the world.Trade ReviewPraise for Why I Love Nova Scotia: “Charming and a delight to read . . . ” CM Magazine
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Why I Love Easter
Book SynopsisFeaturing children's own words and heart-warming pictures, this board book is a perfect celebration of everything there is to love about Easter!This fun-packed board book combines the things children say about Easter with irresistible illustrations of young animals. The Easter bunny comes, there is an Easter-egg hunt and we give each other special gifts no wonder everyone loves Easter!A gorgeous new addition to the two-million-copy-selling Why I Love series, cherished all over the world.Trade ReviewPraise for Why I Love Nova Scotia: “Charming and a delight to read . . . ” CM Magazine
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Dizzy Days
Book SynopsisAn introduction to the concept of time and the world of Dr. Seuss, perfect for babies and toddlers!Flip the flap what can you see? Full of Dr. Seuss's craziest characters and wittiest rhymes, this brilliant board book explores the idea of time.Bright, vibrant and with interactive flaps throughout, the Flip-the-Flap books are brilliantly designed for introducing early concepts to babies and toddlers and offer a perfect first step into the wonderfully wacky world of Dr. Seuss.
£6.93
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Its About Time MathStart 1
Book SynopsisA twenty-four-hour day leaves plenty of time to play and learn, to jump and run, and finally, time to cuddle up in the blankets and dream. Easy-to-read digital and analogue clock faces on every page will help very young readers grasp the skill of telling time as they follow a boy through his day. Ages 5+.
£8.03
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Rodeo Time MathStart 3
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£8.22
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Little Critter The Fall Festival I Can Read My
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£5.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Tick Tock Clock
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£6.85
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Fancy Nancy Sand Castles and Sand Palaces
Book SynopsisJoin Fancy Nancy on a trip to the beach in this 8x8 picture book, complete with a fabulous set of stickers!In Fancy Nancy: Sand Castles and Sand Palaces, Nancy spends the day at the beach with her friends.
£6.64
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Tap the Magic Tree Board Book
Book SynopsisThe acclaimed interactive picture book about the changing seasons. “Like Hervé Tullet’s Press Here, Matheson’s Tap the Magic Tree proves you don’t need apps for interactivity,” praised the New York Times. But tap that tree, turn the page, and one bright green leaf has sprouted!Trade Review"Proves you don't need apps for interactivity. [A] child makes the seasons change by following Matheson's instructions; each turned page shows the result. You can imagine this book wearing out after repeated tapping, swishing, counting and shaking, but you won't ever have to recharge its battery." -- New York Times "The conceit of this clever picture book is that the changing seasons occur as if by magic. Readers are shown a bare brown tree and are implored to, "Tap it once. Turn the page to see." As they do, green leaves appear...Simply a treasure to behold." -- School Library Journal "Matheson invites readers to take an apple tree through a seasonal round using taps and page turns in place of touch-screens... A universal theme, developed in an unusually clean, simple presentation...and, at least, with no need for batteries." -- Kirkus Reviews "Take an apple tree through the seasons by tapping, brushing, shaking, and clapping... It's a good on-the-way-to-bed activity." -- Publishers Weekly "Although simple in presentation with ample white space, the artwork provides a glorious rendition of the four seasons of a tree. No iPad is needed to make this interactive book totally satisfying." -- Booklist
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Touch the Brightest Star Board Book
Book SynopsisWith lush, beautiful watercolors and cut-paper collage, Christie Matheson reveals the magic of the nighttime sky, using the same kinds of toddler-perfect interactive elements as her acclaimed Tap the Magic Tree.Trade Review"A charming bedtime story." -- School Library Journal "A nocturnal companion to Matheson's Tap the Magic Tree (2013), this interactive picture book illuminates nighttime's wonders... An implicit sense of power (and even a hint of magic) follows each page turn... A delightful bedtime book." -- Kirkus Reviews "This exploration of the word at night should be inviting to even the very youngest children, who will also enjoy its imagination-fueled and child-powered interactivity." -- The Horn Book Praise for Tap the Magic Tree: "Proves you don't need apps for interactivity. ... You can imagine this book wearing out after repeated tapping, swishing, counting and shaking, but you won't ever have to recharge its battery." -- New York Times "The conceit of this clever picture book is that the changing seasons occur as if by magic. Readers are shown a bare brown tree and are implored to, "Tap it once. Turn the page to see." As they do, green leaves appear...Simply a treasure to behold." -- School Library Journal "Although simple in presentation with ample white space, the artwork provides a glorious rendition of the four seasons of a tree. No iPad is needed to make this interactive book totally satisfying." -- Booklist "Take an apple tree through the seasons by tapping, brushing, shaking, and clapping... It's a good on-the-way-to-bed activity." -- Publishers Weekly "Matheson invites readers to take an apple tree through a seasonal round using taps and page turns in place of touch-screens... A universal theme, developed in an unusually clean, simple presentation." -- Kirkus Reviews
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Will Spring Be Early or Will Spring Be Late
Book SynopsisCrockett Johnson's charming book about a groundhog searching for signs of spring is now back in print! First published in 1959, this edition of the funny story about a Groundhog Day mix-up features refreshed cover artwork ready to delight a whole new generation of readers.With slightly more text than Harold and the Purple Crayon, this book is great for beginning readers or for reading aloud with little ones. Pair it with Crockett Johnson's Time for Spring for even more snow-turned-to-springtime fun!
£12.74
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Scarecrow
Book SynopsisA Junior Library Guild Selection An Indie Next List Pick An Amazon Best 3-5 Books of 2019 Selection“An emotionally impactful exploration of love and loneliness, this is an essential addition to any picture book collection.” —School Library Journal (starred review)Bestselling author Beth Ferry (Stick and Stone) and the widely acclaimed Fan Brothers (The Night Gardener) present a gorgeous and poignant picture book about two unexpected friends and the special connection they share.This tender and affectionate story reminds us of the comforting power of friendship and the joy of helping others—a tale that will inspire and delight children for generations to come.All the animals know not to mess with old Scarecrow. But when a small, scared crow falls from midair, Scarecrow does the strangest thing.… He saves the tiny baby crow.
£18.04
HarperCollins Publishers Inc In the Middle of Fall
Book SynopsisTrade Review★ “Author-illustrator duo Henkes and Dronzek extol the quiet splendors of autumn in this lyrical, exquisite complement to their previous seasonal outing. Henkes’ text masterfully raises and stirs moods and sensations in pieces. A touching portrait of the fall season from two superb artists.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ★ “From the husband-and-wife team behind When Spring Comes comes another stirring picture book about the changing seasons. Masterfully conceived and executed, this perfectly captures the sights and feelings many children experience during the transition from fall to winter.” — Booklist (starred review) ★ “Henkes and Dronzek’s latest offering stands on its own as a quietly joyful paean to autumn. Closing endpapers decorated with lacy snowflakes put the final touch on this gorgeous offering. A picture book to fall for.” — Horn Book (starred review) ★ “Poetic text and lush-hued acrylic paintings depict a rural setting fully turned to autumn. Delightful details and sensory-rich images pack the pages. A must-have for autumn storytimes and investigations, this exquisite picture book will inspire youngsters to get outdoors and observe the world around them.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “In the evocative companion to When Spring Comes, spouses Dronzek and Henkes praise the beauty of fall in full swing. It’s a rich homage to the season—both its blazing colors and the signs of coming winter darkness.” — Publishers Weekly “Henkes’s gentle but vivid text has a cozy rhythm that makes this a lulling and evocative readaloud. Dronzek’s full-bleed acrylic illustrations lean on autumnal russets and oranges, using the changing colors of the sky as it moves from slate to cyan for vibrant contrast. Lovely.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review)
£16.83
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Toms Midnight Garden
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£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Snow Much Fun A Winter and Holiday Book for Kids
Book SynopsisA charming picture book about the joys of a snowy day, featuring handmade felt characters—just perfect for reading by the fire. But Willow is not so sure...A celebration of friendship and winter wonder, this is a cozy treat for young readers.Trade Review“This tale of friends enjoying wintry activities at home and out in the snowy world is downright charming.” — Kirkus Reviews “Will captivate those with a yen for the teeny tiny.” — Publishers Weekly
£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Great Pumpkin Contest
Book SynopsisWhen two cats compete in a pumpkin contest, they both win a new friend in this charming story about pumpkins, Halloween, and cats!Mimi and Clara are neighbors.Trade Review“Her [Rozelaar’s] friendly illustrations are brightly colored and nicely textured, depicting sweater-clad cats with large, round heads and stubby limbs. The anthropomorphic cats’ expressive faces evince a wide range of emotions, including amazement, suspicion, and anger. This lesson in cooperation goes down easy.” — Kirkus Reviews Accessible to young readers. The tale of emerging friendship is one to which most can relate. Readers will enjoy the surprise ending and the ways through which Clara and Mimi connect. VERDICT This is an enjoyable and lighthearted story of friendship and collaboration for young children. — School Library Journal “This mellow autumn tale’s straightforward text conveys that kindness and teamwork yield the best fruit of all. Playful pastel-toned, mixed-media illustrations reward careful viewers with literary and feline references.” — The Horn Book “Rozelaar’s winsome mixed-media pictures [. . .] sweetly portray the blossoming of a friendship.” — Publishers Weekly
£15.80
HarperCollins When Spring Comes Board Book An Easter And
Book SynopsisA picture book from award-winning husband-and-wife team Kevin Henkes and Laura Dronzek, creators of the critically acclaimed Birds. The perfect book for introducing concepts of spring and language to an elementary school child.Trade Review“Henkes and Dronzek once again perfectly capture the quiet wonder of the natural world, as they did in Birds and Oh! …Dronzek’s vivacious acrylic illustrations, their bright colors emphasized by the thick black outlines, complement Henkes’s spare but lyrical prose. A must-have, joyful seasonal title for the youngest listeners.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Lyrical and elegant in its simplicity, this is an enchanting celebration of the season to pair with Oh!, the paean to winter created by this same husband-and-wife team.” — Booklist (starred review) “In a gently rhythmic text and lush, vibrant paintings, this husband-and-wife author-illustrator team ushers in spring, capturing the season’s sights, sounds, and surprises. …This joyful reflection is as welcome as spotting the first brave crocus.” — Horn Book (starred review) “Dronzek’s cozy paintings combine the simplified shapes of plants, creatures, and children…Henkes is honest about spring’s more trying moments, weaving themes of waiting and patience throughout…Readers, especially those who live in regions that experience the full range of changing seasons, will warm to this catalog of familiar joys.” — Publishers Weekly “A read-aloud dream, the meticulous text catalogs Spring’s awakenings and its characteristic weather. …Dronzek’s thick-lined, bright acrylics are as simultaneously wry and joyous as the text…Henkes and Dronzek make waiting almost as much fun—if not more so—than the payoff.” — Kirkus Reviews “No harm comes to the bunnies, birds and kittens in Laura Dronzek’s deliciously colorful paintings for ‘When Spring Comes,’ a gentle picture book written by Kevin Henkes. …From brown to green, from eggs to birds, from seeds to flowers, seasonal changes transpire sweetly in these pages.” — Wall Street Journal “Henkes creates a childlike and child-friendly cadence with the rhythms of his writing, and the robust, thickly outlined art carries plenty of kid appeal as well. …Expect this to see heavy use in classrooms and library story hours.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
£10.67
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Winter Is Here
Book SynopsisFrom Caldecott Medalist and Newbery Honor author Kevin Henkes and acclaimed painter Laura Dronzek, the bestselling and award-winning creators of seasonal favorites When Spring Comes and In the Middle of Fall.Snow falls, animals burrow, and children prepare for the wonders winter brings.Trade Review“This accomplished picture book details the season of winter. Author Henkes’ text is simple but evocative, observing winter in perceptive and sometimes-playful detail. Illustrator Dronzek’s acrylic illustrations...enrich and deepen the text as they add story details and warmth. ...A polished, playful story in which words and pictures dance in perfect harmony.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Gorgeous...An appealing series of pictures shows the boy donning boots and zippers, vests and zippers, and jackets and zippers, wryly underscored by humorous text. ...The gentle repetitions continue as winter stays, and stays and stays, until it finally shrinks away and slips around the corner into a gorgeous, green spring. ...The large format, language, and pictures merge in a just-right read-aloud for fans of winter’s charms.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) “Another must-have seasonal picture book created through the amazing collaboration of Henkes and Dronzek. . . .The descriptive word choice is able to set the scene perfectly with so few words, and the soft illustrations match and enrich the text seamlessly. . . .Bundle up for this wonderful wintry tale of all the highs and lows that the season has to offer.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Henkes and Dronzek present a lyrical ode to winter and its many moods. The text, marked by a gentle rhythm, uses descriptive language to bring the season to vivid life...Expressive, full-bleed spreads steal the show.” — The Horn Book “A cinematically enticing take on winter, and the atmospheric lyricism is seasonally suitable. ...A cozy evocation both of the real and imagined experience of days measured by the white stuff.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Acrylic paintings that spill off the pages set the scene through this book, an exploration of the long winter’s season’s juxtapositions. . .Winter’s journey, difficult and serene as it may be, ends with the full-page color spread that is spring. The simple, lyrical text and rich, soft illustrations work together to provide the perfect, snuggle-under-the-covers storytime experience.” — St. Louis Post-Dispatch “Have a warm cup of cocoa, snuggle up with a youngster and share Winter Is Here, a charmer by best-selling, award-winning Kevin Henkes. . . his poetic words [are] accompanied by soft artwork by Laura Dronzek. . . .The season’s never looked or sounded better.” — The Missourian
£17.38
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Winter Is Here
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£16.06
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Winter Is Here
Book SynopsisFrom Caldecott Medalist and Newbery Honor author Kevin Henkes and acclaimed painter Laura Dronzek, the bestselling and award-winning creators of seasonal favorites When Spring Comes and In the Middle of Fall.Snow falls, animals burrow, and children prepare for the wonders winter brings.Trade Review“This accomplished picture book details the season of winter. Author Henkes’ text is simple but evocative, observing winter in perceptive and sometimes-playful detail. Illustrator Dronzek’s acrylic illustrations...enrich and deepen the text as they add story details and warmth. ...A polished, playful story in which words and pictures dance in perfect harmony.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “Gorgeous...An appealing series of pictures shows the boy donning boots and zippers, vests and zippers, and jackets and zippers, wryly underscored by humorous text. ...The gentle repetitions continue as winter stays, and stays and stays, until it finally shrinks away and slips around the corner into a gorgeous, green spring. ...The large format, language, and pictures merge in a just-right read-aloud for fans of winter’s charms.” — ALA Booklist (starred review) “Another must-have seasonal picture book created through the amazing collaboration of Henkes and Dronzek. . . .The descriptive word choice is able to set the scene perfectly with so few words, and the soft illustrations match and enrich the text seamlessly. . . .Bundle up for this wonderful wintry tale of all the highs and lows that the season has to offer.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Henkes and Dronzek present a lyrical ode to winter and its many moods. The text, marked by a gentle rhythm, uses descriptive language to bring the season to vivid life...Expressive, full-bleed spreads steal the show.” — The Horn Book “A cinematically enticing take on winter, and the atmospheric lyricism is seasonally suitable. ...A cozy evocation both of the real and imagined experience of days measured by the white stuff.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Acrylic paintings that spill off the pages set the scene through this book, an exploration of the long winter’s season’s juxtapositions. . .Winter’s journey, difficult and serene as it may be, ends with the full-page color spread that is spring. The simple, lyrical text and rich, soft illustrations work together to provide the perfect, snuggle-under-the-covers storytime experience.” — St. Louis Post-Dispatch “Have a warm cup of cocoa, snuggle up with a youngster and share Winter Is Here, a charmer by best-selling, award-winning Kevin Henkes. . . his poetic words [are] accompanied by soft artwork by Laura Dronzek. . . .The season’s never looked or sounded better.” — The Missourian
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc In the Middle of Fall
Book SynopsisTrade Review★ “Author-illustrator duo Henkes and Dronzek extol the quiet splendors of autumn in this lyrical, exquisite complement to their previous seasonal outing. Henkes’ text masterfully raises and stirs moods and sensations in pieces. A touching portrait of the fall season from two superb artists.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ★ “From the husband-and-wife team behind When Spring Comes comes another stirring picture book about the changing seasons. Masterfully conceived and executed, this perfectly captures the sights and feelings many children experience during the transition from fall to winter.” — Booklist (starred review) ★ “Henkes and Dronzek’s latest offering stands on its own as a quietly joyful paean to autumn. Closing endpapers decorated with lacy snowflakes put the final touch on this gorgeous offering. A picture book to fall for.” — Horn Book (starred review) ★ “Poetic text and lush-hued acrylic paintings depict a rural setting fully turned to autumn. Delightful details and sensory-rich images pack the pages. A must-have for autumn storytimes and investigations, this exquisite picture book will inspire youngsters to get outdoors and observe the world around them.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “In the evocative companion to When Spring Comes, spouses Dronzek and Henkes praise the beauty of fall in full swing. It’s a rich homage to the season—both its blazing colors and the signs of coming winter darkness.” — Publishers Weekly “Henkes’s gentle but vivid text has a cozy rhythm that makes this a lulling and evocative readaloud. Dronzek’s full-bleed acrylic illustrations lean on autumnal russets and oranges, using the changing colors of the sky as it moves from slate to cyan for vibrant contrast. Lovely.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review)
£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Jeff Goes Wild
Book SynopsisTrade Review"Rozelaar (The Great Pumpkin Contest) creates a playful space of repetition children will want to reenact as Jeff shows off his claws and bellows a mighty roar. Gouache and collage are used for the digital artwork, which brings movement, depth, and dynamism to the spreads. Jeff’s sassiness and cleverness sparkle across his face and in words, especially when he meets the dream tiger, and he quickly adapts without losing his sense of self. VERDICT Every library needs Jeff to empower children to be themselves, dream big, and that it’s okay to be a little wild." — School Library Journal (starred review) "Rozelaar’s hand-painted cut-paper collage artwork is lovely . . . Perhaps this book will find its home in the lap of a cat-loving child . . . " — Booklist
£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Summer Song
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Henkes and Dronzek evoke the sights, sounds, and joys of summer, completing their celebratory seasonal quartet . . . [Summer Song] captures the magic of childhood summers, when colors are a song and a backyard can sing the wonders of the world.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “[A] conclusion to the seasonal quartet from the award-winning duo celebrates summer at last, reveling in its endless delights of green songs. . . . A luscious finale.” — Booklist (starred review) “The creators of Winter Is Here, When Spring Comes, and In The Middle of Fall, are back with the final installment of the seasons series. A lyrical text pairs perfectly with bright illustrations in this wonderful read-aloud. . . . For storytime or sharing one on one.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Henkes celebrates the glories of summer . . . [Summer Song is] a sensory feast.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “Henkes and Dronzek complete their seasonal quartet with an homage to summer. Henkes explores the pleasures of the senses . . . Encourage[s] readers to look and listen for layered wonder in summer’s freedom.” — Publishers Weekly “Henkes and Dronzek complete their seasonal quartet with a joyful ode celebrating summer . . . Melodic and evocative, this book captures the essence of summer and its unique seasonal song.” — Horn Book Magazine “Henkes and Dronzek make the sounds of summer—the lawn mowers, the sprinklers, the birds and the crickets—so vibrant we almost hear colors. Summer has never hummed so brightly. . . . Follow four diverse friends as they lie in meadows, chase fireflies, walk their dogs and look for frogs.” — New York Times Book Review
£16.72
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Summer Song Board Book
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Henkes and Dronzek evoke the sights, sounds, and joys of summer, completing their celebratory seasonal quartet . . . [Summer Song] captures the magic of childhood summers, when colors are a song and a backyard can sing the wonders of the world.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “[A] conclusion to the seasonal quartet from the award-winning duo celebrates summer at last, reveling in its endless delights of green songs. . . . A luscious finale.” — Booklist (starred review) “The creators of Winter Is Here, When Spring Comes, and In The Middle of Fall, are back with the final installment of the seasons series. A lyrical text pairs perfectly with bright illustrations in this wonderful read-aloud. . . . For storytime or sharing one on one.” — School Library Journal (starred review) “Henkes celebrates the glories of summer . . . [Summer Song is] a sensory feast.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) “Henkes and Dronzek complete their seasonal quartet with an homage to summer. Henkes explores the pleasures of the senses . . . Encourage[s] readers to look and listen for layered wonder in summer’s freedom.” — Publishers Weekly “Henkes and Dronzek complete their seasonal quartet with a joyful ode celebrating summer . . . Melodic and evocative, this book captures the essence of summer and its unique seasonal song.” — Horn Book Magazine “Henkes and Dronzek make the sounds of summer—the lawn mowers, the sprinklers, the birds and the crickets—so vibrant we almost hear colors. Summer has never hummed so brightly. . . . Follow four diverse friends as they lie in meadows, chase fireflies, walk their dogs and look for frogs.” — New York Times Book Review
£8.79
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Little Critter Fall Storybook Favorites Includes
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£14.24
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Biscuit and the Great Fall Day
Book SynopsisTrade Review“Most public libraries will want to add this title to their collection of materials for emergent readers.” — School Library Journal
£6.41
HarperCollins Publishers Inc La mariquita malhumorada
Book SynopsisThis high-quality Spanish-language edition of Eric Carle''s The Grouchy Ladybug can be enjoyed by fluent Spanish speakers as well as those learning the language, whether at home or in a classroom.Por veinte años, La mariquita malhumorada ha deleitado a los pequeños lectores y oyentes. Sus dibujos audaces y su texto humorístico nos relatan la historia de una diminuta mariquita, como no hay otra. La mariquita malhumorada no acostumbraba a decir por favor ni gracias; no le gustaba compartir nada; pensaba que era más grande y más importante que los demás; y siempre estaba lista a provocar una pelea.De acción continua y con atractivas páginas troqueladas, esta historia invita a los niños a explorar los conceptos de tiempo, tamaños, formas y buenos modales. Aprenderán, a la vez que se divertirán, con el cuento de cómo esta malhumorada fanfarron
£9.49
