Early years: verse, rhymes and wordplay

Book SynopsisHave the best Christmas ever with the one and only Grinch from the iconic Dr. Seuss! This exclusive and very collectible slipcase edition comes with a special introduction all about your favourite Christmas character!You've seen the movie and you know the story but do you really know the Grinch? You will soon, with this very special edition of the classic Dr. Seuss storyThe Grinch hated Christmas!The whole Christmas season!Now, please don't ask why.No one quite knows the reasonWith a heart two sizes too small, the Grinch is the meanest creature you'll ever meet. He hates Christmas and the whole festive season. But when he hatches a dastardly plot tosteal Christmas, he's in for a big surprise!With hilarious rhymes and beautiful illustrations, this classic seasonal story has become a favourite for good reason and teaches readers the true meaning of Christmas.Now in a very special foiled slipcase edition with extra material, this classic Christmas story is the perfect gift for boys and girls of all ages.Trade ReviewPraise for Dr. Seuss: “[Dr. Seuss] has…instilled a lifelong love of books, learning and reading [in children]” The Telegraph “Dr. Seuss ignites a child’s imagination with his mischievous characters and zany verses” The Express “The magic of Dr. Seuss, with his hilarious rhymes, belongs on the family bookshelf” Sunday Times Magazine “The author… has filled many a childhood with unforgettable characters, stunning illustrations, and of course, glorious rhyme” The Guardian

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Book SynopsisCelebrate life's ups and downs in this gorgeous paperback edition of the bestselling Dr. Seuss classic!Congratulations!Today is your day.You're off to Great Places!You're off and away!For more than thirty years, this Dr. Seuss classic has carried us through life's ups and downs from fun times and triumphs, to lurches and slumps!Take an entertaining look at the adventures life has in store for all of us in this very special paperback edition of the beloved classic.The perfect gift for every moment in life, from graduations, weddings and birthdays, to those when you just need a little lift.Trade ReviewPraise for Dr. Seuss: “[Dr. Seuss] has…instilled a lifelong love of books, learning and reading [in children]” The Telegraph “Dr. Seuss ignites a child’s imagination with his mischievous characters and zany verses” The Express “The magic of Dr. Seuss, with his hilarious rhymes, belongs on the family bookshelf” Sunday Times Magazine “The author… has filled many a childhood with unforgettable characters, stunning illustrations, and of course, glorious rhyme” The Guardian

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Book SynopsisGerald was a tall giraffe whose neck was long and slim,But his knees were awfully bandy and his legs were rather thin . . .Gerald the giraffe longs to go to the great Jungle Dance, but how can he join in when he doesn''t know how to tango or two-step? Everyone knows that giraffes can''t dance . . . or can they?A funny, touching and triumphant story about being yourself and finding your own tune, with joyful illustrations from Guy Parker Rees. This chunky board book edition is perfect for little hands.All toddlers should grow up reading thisDaily MailA modern classicBaby & MeA joyful read about an outsider who finds acceptance on his own terms . . . there''s also a simple moral about tolerance and daring to be differentJuniorA fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful rompDaily TelegraphTrade ReviewAn inspiration. * Church Times * A wonderful, light-hearted story. * Bournemouth Daily Echo * A hit with young children since it was first published 10 years ago * Daily Express * Lovely * Lytham St Annes Express * This is a lovely story that incorporates several dance forms including waltz, tango, Scottish reel amd rock n roll. I have also used the story to introduce infant classes to Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata and had them playing along with it * SAME Magazine * This rhyming story will delight young children and get them popping along with the rhythm * Evening Standard * Giraffes Can't Dance ... has been a bestseller for more than 15 years - and for good reason ... There's a very powerful message in there about daring to be different, and accepting others too * Irish Daily Mail * A lovely rhyming picture book about understanding differences * motherandbaby.co.uk * A fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful romp * The Daily Telegraph * Managed to capture the hearts of countless children. A modern classic. * Baby & Me * This rhyming poem is excellent. * The Bookseller * Extraordinary and exuberant...a terrific tale and a positive message about celebrating difference. * Bournemouth Echo * Superb...a wonderfully funny book. * The Independent * A gloriously colourful and lively book with a strong message. * Sunderland Echo * Brilliant use of colour, a continual sense of movement and high good humour all help to make this picture book richly enjoyable. * Carousel * A can-do story with lively pictures and an immensely pleasing text. * Times Educational Supplement *

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Book SynopsisCelebrate life's ups and downs in this exquisite slipcase and hardback edition of the bestselling Dr. Seuss classic!Congratulations!Today is your day.You're off to Great Places!You're off and away!For more than thirty years, this Dr. Seuss classic has carried us through life's ups and downs from fun times and triumphs, to lurches and slumps!Take an entertaining look at the adventures life has in store for all of us in this very special slipcase and hardback edition of the beloved classic.The perfect gift for every moment in life, from graduations, weddings and birthdays, to those when you just need a little lift.Trade ReviewPraise for Dr. Seuss: “[Dr. Seuss] has…instilled a lifelong love of books, learning and reading [in children]” The Telegraph “Dr. Seuss ignites a child’s imagination with his mischievous characters and zany verses” The Express “The magic of Dr. Seuss, with his hilarious rhymes, belongs on the family bookshelf” Sunday Times Magazine “The author… has filled many a childhood with unforgettable characters, stunning illustrations, and of course, glorious rhyme” The Guardian

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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. Press the button, recognise the songs, then point at the right picture! It's time to listen to festive songs like We Wish You a Merry Christmas, Jingle Bells, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and many more. Push the buttons to sing along! Aimed at babies and toddlers, this ground-breaking series of interactive board books has a button on every spread, which plays one of five different exceptional quality sound effects. Children of every age will be captivated as they bring the artwork to life with five amazing real-life sounds.

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Book SynopsisSoar into space with a glorious story of alien folk that's literallyout of this world! The Smeds (who are red) nevermix with the Smoos (who are blue). So when a young Smed and Smoofall in love, their families don't approve. But peace is restoredand love conquers all in this irresistible tale from the creatorsof STICK MAN.

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Book Synopsis "A simple, enjoyable environmental romp" ? Kirkus Reviews Walking through the jungle, what do you see? Hike through the rainforest, scale a mountain, swim across the ocean, and still make it home for dinner in this lively, musical singalong! Includes a QR code to original audio and animation Have fun with animal noises on each page Sung by acclaimed children''s singer Fred Penner

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Book SynopsisA board book edition of the bestselling picture book: a clever take on the age-old optical illusion: is it a duck or a rabbit.

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Book Synopsis**WINNER of the NATIONAL BOOK AWARD for Young People''s Literature**This heartfelt coming-of-age novel in verse tells the powerful story of a seventh-grade Syrian American boy and his struggles, big and small, as he navigates middle school.The exact type of book I would''ve loved, and needed, as a kid.? Jasmine Warga, New York Times bestselling author of and Newbery Honor recipient for Other Words for HomeSeventh grade begins, and Kareem?s already fumbled it.His best friend moved away, he messed up his tryout for the football team, and because of his heritage, he was voluntold to show the new kid?a Syrian refugee with a thick and embarrassing accent?around school. Just when Kareem thinks his middle school life has imploded, the hotshot QB promises to get Kareem another tryout for the squad. There?s a catch: to secure that chance, Kareem must do something he knows is wrong.Then, like a surprise blitz, Kareem?s mom returns to Syria to help her family but can?t make it back home. If Kareem could throw a penalty flag on the fouls of his school and home life, it would be for unnecessary roughness.Kareem is stuck between. Between countries. Between friends, between football, between parents?and between right and wrong. It?s up to him to step up, find his confidence, and navigate the beauty and hope found somewhere in the middle.

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Book SynopsisA fabulous foiled edition celebrating the fifteenth anniversary ofthe publication of STICK MAN by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

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Book SynopsisThe book behind the viral internet sensation of The Scottish Grannyreading this story to her grandchild. A young boy suddenly notices a big problem - his bum has a huge crack!So he sets off to find a new one. Will he choose an armor-platedbum? A rocket bum? A robot bum? Find out in this silly, quirkytale with hilarious illustrations.

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Book SynopsisAt night, when we are feeling tired and ready for bed, owls are just waking up. But one curious little owl decides to stay awake all day, instead of all night, and discovers a world bursting with colour! Yet when the night-time comes around again, the stars above her head are still the most beautiful of all.WOW! Said the Owl is an engaging book about colours from Tim Hopgood, the winner of the Best Emerging Illustrator, Booktrust Early Years Award.Trade ReviewJust the right blend of vivid illustration and engaging text. * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisFiona Watt (Author) Fiona Watt is an Editorial Director and writer at Usborne Publishing. She graduated from Exeter University with a Bachelor of Education in Art and Design. She taught for three years at a primary school in Kent, before spending two years at a British school in The Netherlands. She started working at Usborne in 1989 and has written and edited hundreds of books including baby and novelty, sticker, art and craft, cookery, science and activity books. She has written all the titles in the award-winning THAT'S NOT MY series and many in the highly successful Sticker Dolly Dressing series. She is the sixth biggest-selling UK children's author, with over 10 million of her books sold in the UK since records began.

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Book SynopsisThere are things about you quite unlike any other.Things always known by your father or mother.So if you decide to be different one day,no worries . . . I'd know you anyway.Every child is special and unique, but every child also loves to dream of being something different. In I'd Know You Anywhere, My Love, bestselling author and artist Nancy Tillman has created another heartfelt masterpiece celebrating the joys of imagination, and the comfort of always knowing that "you are loved."Trade ReviewEven kids who draw back from syrupy love language will enjoy the conceit that nothing can fool a mother. * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisOnce upon a silent night, a stable stood. A star shone bright.It is midnight on Christmas Eve, and a child is about to be born in a stable. How can the creatures help? First, the cow offers up his manger, and the donkey gives his hay. The doves will sing the babe to sleep, the trees will watch over him, and the moon will fill his dreams with silver light. It''s a moment of magic, as a little child enters the world and brings with him the most precious gift of all: love.A beautiful and timeless retelling of the nativity story, with a lyrical rhyming text and luminous illustrations, this book is the perfect Christmas gift.Trade ReviewThe lovely words and art retell the Christmas story in a new and compelling way. * Storytime Magazine *A lyrical and traditional retelling of the nativity story, featuring an expressing rhyming text and luminous art. * Bookseller *Beautiful * Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisThe book behind the viral internet sensation of "The Scottish Granny" reading this story to her grandchild, viewed over 3 million times. Based on the popular song, THE WONKY DONKEY has sold over one million copies worldwide.

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Book SynopsisUnicorn . . . Moonicorn . . . Covered-in-Green-Goo-nicorn!Who'll be your favourite unicorn, in this gloriously silly lift-the-flapbook by the incomparable Nick Sharratt?With bright, bold illustrations and sturdy pages, this very funnylift-the-flap book will be a hit with all young unicorn fans.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate your little sunshine with this sweet and colourful rhyming board book! With chunky pages for small hands and die-cut parent and baby characters, this is the perfect bedtime read. International Bestselling Series Show your little one just how much they mean to you with this gorgeous, engaging board book! You’re My Little Sunshine pairs sweet illustrations by Natalie Marshall with heartwarming text by Nicola Edwards to capture the love between a parent and child. With tactile pages, gentle rhymes, peek-through holes and lively artwork, this is a great book for parents and children to read together at bedtime or anytime! Get to know the You're My Little… series! From Valentine’s Day to Christmas Day and every day in between, the bestselling You’re My Little… series celebrates the love between parents and children using creative characters and clever rhymes. They’re perfect for bedtime, story time, or just for a cuddle and a celebration of your little one.

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Book SynopsisPush, pull and slide the moving mechanisms to follow the ladybird and all the animals on the farm in this brilliant board book based on the bestselling classic picture book What the Ladybird Heard.When the little spotty ladybird hears Lanky Len and Hefty Hugh's plan to steal the fine prize cow, she makes a clever plan, and all the animals join in to help stop the thieves! Move the push, pull and slide mechanisms on every spread to join in too and bring the story to life.With a short, simple rhyming text based on the original story, What the Ladybird Heard: A Push, Pull and Slide Book is the perfect introduction for preschoolers to the What the Ladybird Heard series by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, and a great gift for little fans of the bestselling picture book.

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Book SynopsisAll children love this traditional rhyme and singing along will help to develop number skills. Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and the nursery or classroom.

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Book SynopsisAn adorable Sing-Along board book story, with five robust board sliders - easy for little hands to use! Each board book comes with a free instrumental and vocal version of the nursery rhyme - simply scan the QR code for little ones to listen and sing along!With bright illustrations this series make the perfect gift for a baby or toddler! As evening falls and the old clockmaker shuts up his shop for the night, a crew of cheeky mice emerge and get up to all sorts of fun. A funny and entertaining story for toddlers to sing along with!There are loads of titles to collect . . . Sing Along with Me! The Wheels on the BusSing Along with Me! If You're Happy and You Know itSing Along with Me! Old Macdonald Had a FarmSing Along with Me! Row, Row, Row Your Boat . . . and many more!

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Book SynopsisFirst Stories: The Wind in the Willows is the perfect introduction for young children to Kenneth Grahame's classic tale. Push, pull and slide mechanisms bring the story of Mr. Toad and his high-speed adventure to life. Row down the river with Mole and Ratty, whizz around with Toad in his car and make an incredible escape from prison! This well-loved tale is beautifully imagined for a new generation by children's illustrator Jean Claude.Little ones can collect more books in the First Stories series, including Doctor Dolittle, Peter Pan, and Pinocchio.

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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!An engaging little story with loads of details to spot and chat about.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: Farmyard Fun, Bizzy Bear: Fire Rescue, Bizzy Bear: Breakdown Truck and lots, lots more!

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Book SynopsisRobust, busy board books to entertain babies and toddlersFive easy-to-use sliders, a rhyming story and lots to spot and say in this series of bright, interactive board books for toddlers!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 SynopsisAward-winning author, Jeanne Willis, revamps all the favourite Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes.Think you know your favourite classic nursery rhymes? Read this picture book and think again! In this witty reworking of popular nursery rhymes, Georgie Porgie doesn't dare to make the girls cry, Little Bo-Peep's sheep are all present and correct, thank you, and it's the queen, OF COURSE, who fixes Humpty Dumpty. With the combination of Jeanne Willis's brilliantly funny poems and charming, witty illustrations from Isabelle Follath, these nursery rhymes prove that girls can be the heroes of any story.This remixed nursery rhyme collection is the perfect gift book for any child (or adult!), to read aloud or enjoy alone.Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free "Stories Aloud" audio recording. Just scan the QR code and listen along!

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Book Synopsis“There was tiger poo, lion poo, prickly porcupine poo, Plummeting giraffe poop that landed with a splat. Dollops of gnu poo, bouncy kangaroo poo, A trail of drippy droppings from a fat wombat!” Zoo Keeper Bob is exhausted. There’s too much poo in the zoo – and he’s the one who has to scoop it up. Then one day, a mysterious glowing poo appears! Could it be alien poop from outer space? And what on EARTH will Bob do with it? Perfect for fans of The Dinosaur who Pooped Christmas, children will laugh out loud at this gloriously poopy, funny picture book! Packed with humour, the romping rhyme and deliciously cheeky wordplay is a joy to read aloud. From Steve Smallman (The Eyebrows of Doom, Bear's Big Bottom) and illustrator, Ada Grey (Hippobottymus). If you like this book, then you'll LOVE Cock-a-Doodle-Poo, also by Steve Smallman. Also available: Poo in the Zoo: The Great Poo Mystery, Poo in the Zoo: The Island of Dinosaur PooTrade Review"This rhyming super-stinker just cries out to be read aloud... Ada Grey’s scatological scenes induced howls of delighted laughter from my audience of 5s to 10s, several of whom wanted to paw over the pages for themselves." * - Jill R Bennett *"This brilliantly anarchic picture story really romps along with its lively illustrations... and pages of rollicking rhyme and rib-tickling escapades. The ideal book to read aloud and get the kids laughing… and joining in the fun." * - Lancashire Evening Post *"Packed with humour, romping rhyme and deliciously cheeky wordplay, Poo in the Zoo is a joy to read aloud to children." * - Babyworld *"Poo in the Zoo is hilariously funny, and with a rhyming text, you will enjoy reading this out loud to little ones with its cheeky word play. Ada Grey’s illustrations are bold, with cute fun characters and she has managed to illustrate all of the different types of poo rather tastefully!" * - Bookworm Baby *"A marvellous story which will have young ones in fits of laughter all the way. Ada Grey's hilarious illustrations are the perfect match." * - Parents in Touch *"It’s very funny, and utterly delightful for giggly toddlers who love a good poo story ... This is just the sort of fun picture book that goes down a treat at playgroups and nurseries, and is wonderful for a rainy afternoon’s story time." * The Book Bag Blog's Top 10 Picture Books of 2015 *"Rhyming text, detailed illustrations and plenty of toilet humour combine to create a silly tale which is sure to appeal to young children, and could be particularly useful when potty training." * - Booktrust *"A great bedtime treat." * - Daily Mirror *"A ridiculously silly story, with great rhyming text and fun illustrations." * - Carousel *

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Book SynopsisAllie Esiri's beautiful gift anthology, A Nursery Rhyme for Every Night of the Year, is a definitive collection of nursery rhymes, with enchanting illustrations by Emily Faccini. The book includes 366 rhymes - traditional classics as well as favourite rhymes of today - each accompanied by an enlightening introduction. Perfect for reading aloud and sharing with children of all ages.Rhymes include Oranges and Lemons', Mary Had a Little Lamb', We're Going on a Bear Hunt', Twinkle Twinkle Little Star' and Rock-A-Bye Baby', alongside modern songs such as ''Nellie the Elephant'', ''Baby Shark'' and ''Puff the Magic Dragon''; with new entries from writing stars Floella Benjamin, Brian Bilston, Rod Campbell, Joseph Coelho, Julia Donaldson and Michael Rosen, all making this the most joyful book to read together, every night of the year.Each month includes rhymes on different themes:January: Winter, BedtimeFebruary: Love, Pancake DayMarch: Spring, Women's Day, Riddles April: April Fool's Day, Spring Festivals, Tongue-TwistersMay: May Day, Farm, Market, LondonJune: Playground Games, AnimalsJuly: Weather Lore, Travel, ClassicsAugust: Sea, Rivers, OutdoorsSeptember: Back to SchoolOctober: Food, Action Songs, HalloweenNovember: History, Divali, ThanksgivingDecember: Lullabies, Festive RhymesAllie Esiri''s daily introductions teach the significance of the nursery rhyme; offering historical facts, answers to riddles, helpful instructions for the action rhymes, football fans' playful variants and much more. The day-to-day format of the anthology invites readers to share one of the great nursery rhymes every day or night of the year.Trade ReviewAllie Esiri’s A Nursery Rhyme for Every Day of the Year is a brilliant idea and a splendid collection to read, recite or sing. Old and new rhymes, themed by month and beautifully illustrated by Emily Faccini, mean that any child of six and under will love it. -- Amanda Craig * The New Statesman *Poetry pro Allie Esiri's collection of 366 children's nursery rhymes, including new ones and jolly illustrations by Emily Faccini, is perfect bedtime reading - for kids and adults. * You Magazine *What an exquisite classic! -- Cressida CowellNursery rhymes make language dance and play. Poetry is the greatest and most difficult art; these silly games show everybody the way in. -- Bryan Appleyard * The Sunday Times *this lovely collection of 365 rhymes, charms and jokes is a gift to parents; a happy reminder of a more innocent age. -- Bel Mooney * Daily Mail *Allie’s beautiful anthology A Nursery Rhyme for Every Night of the Year is a definitive collection of nursery rhymes, each introduced with a quirky fact or historical reference. Readers of all ages will love it. -- Hay Festival

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Book SynopsisEven the most delightful ducks can have a bad day . . . What's the matter with Dick the Duck? He's usually so kind and friendly!But today Dick got out on The Wrong Side of Bed. He feelshumpy and grumpy, cranky and cross. How can his friends cheer himup?A magnificently funny rhyming story about the power of kindness andfriendship.

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Book SynopsisDive into the ocean for a noisy, rhyming animal adventure in this colourful read-aloud picture book!Little ones will love looking at the colourful pictures and joining in with all the great sound words, as they discover all sorts of amazing sea creatures. Including blue whales, sea turtles, jellyfish, dolphins and more!Each page introduces a different animal, with a short read-aloud rhyme."Fast moving and great to read aloud" IndependentFrom the author of international bestseller, Giraffes Can't Dance.Trade ReviewA big book full of warm, noisy illustrations...fast-moving and great to read aloud. * The Independent *A bright and breezy book...with vivid, witty illustrations. * Times Educational Supplement *What a fabuous book, exuberant from beginning to end. * Child Education *A lively and lovely poetic romp. * The Scotsman *

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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 SynopsisIn this classic Seussian tale, the good doctor primes his readers against all the little mishaps and misadventures that can befall even the best of us – from bang-ups and hang-ups to lurches and slumps – encouraging us to take life in our stride!Trade ReviewPraise for Dr. Seuss: “[Dr. Seuss] has…instilled a lifelong love of books, learning and reading [in children]” The Telegraph “Dr. Seuss ignites a child’s imagination with his mischievous characters and zany verses” The Express “The magic of Dr. Seuss, with his hilarious rhymes, belongs on the family bookshelf” Sunday Times Magazine “The author… has filled many a childhood with unforgettable characters, stunning illustrations, and of course, glorious rhyme” The Guardian

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Book SynopsisNumber One bestseller Giraffes Can't Dance from author Giles Andreae has been delighting children for over 20 years. Gerald the tall giraffe would love to join in with the other animals at the Jungle Dance, but everyone knows that giraffes can't dance . . . or can they? A funny, touching and triumphant picture book story about a giraffe who finds his own tune and confidence too, with joyful illustrations from Guy Parker Rees and a foiled cover. ... wonderfully funny. - IndependentA fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful romp of a picture book. All toddlers should grow up reading this or hearing their parents read it aloud to them. - Daily TelegraphA joyful read about an outsider who finds acceptance on his own terms.... there's also a simple moral about tolerance and daring to be different. - JuniorTrade ReviewAn inspiration. * Church Times *A wonderful, light-hearted story. * Bournemouth Daily Echo *A hit with young children since it was first published 10 years ago * Daily Express *A can-do story with lively pictures and an immensely pleasing text. * Times Educational Supplement *Brilliant use of colour, a continual sense of movement and high good humour all help to make this picture book richly enjoyable. * Carousel *A gloriously colourful and lively book with a strong message. * Sunderland Echo *Superb...a wonderfully funny book. * The Independent *Extraordinary and exuberant...a terrific tale and a positive message about celebrating difference. * Bournemouth Echo *This rhyming poem is excellent. * The Bookseller *Managed to capture the hearts of countless children. A modern classic. * Baby & Me *A fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful romp * The Daily Telegraph *A lovely rhyming picture book about understanding differences * motherandbaby.co.uk *Lovely * Lytham St Annes Express *This is a lovely story that incorporates several dance forms including waltz, tango, Scottish reel amd rock n roll. I have also used the story to introduce infant classes to Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata and had them playing along with it * SAME Magazine *Giraffes Can't Dance ... has been a bestseller for more than 15 years - and for good reason ... There's a very powerful message in there about daring to be different, and accepting others too * Irish Daily Mail *This rhyming story will delight young children and get them popping along with the rhythm * Evening Standard *A rhyming story with superb illustrations... wonderfully funny. * Independent *a joyful read about an outsider who finds acceptance on his own terms.... there's also a simple moral about tolerance and daring to be different. * Junior *This delightful picture book is written in lively rhyming text with vivacious illustrations. * Junior *Witty match of rollicking rhyme and bold colour. * Guardian *A fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful romp of a picture book. All toddlers should grow up reading this or hearing their parents read it aloud to them. * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisCome into the jungle for a noisy, rhyming animal adventure in this colourful read-aloud picture book! There's a rumble in the jungle, There's a whisper in the trees, The animals are waking up, And rustling the leaves ...Little ones will love looking at the colourful pictures and joining in with all the great sound words, as they discover lots of exciting jungle animals. Including lions, elephants, chimpanzees, zebras, hippos and more! Each page introduces a different animal, with a short read-aloud rhyme.From the author of international bestseller Giraffes Can't Dance.Trade ReviewA delightfully simple book * The Sunday Times *Bright colours, jungly music and animal sound effects make this collection of animal rhyming verse an agreeable romp . Splendid narration by Hugh Laurie will keep young readers engaged and amused * Books for Keeps *

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Book SynopsisShifty McGifty and Slippery Sam are two hapless robber dogs who decide on career change after one bungled burglary too many - proving that crime doesn't pay, but cupcakes certainly do!

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Book SynopsisA beautiful gift edition of Aesop’s Fables featuring eight classic stories, charmingly retold in rhyming verse with stunning illustrations.Bringing together the incredible talents of award-winning illustrator and Booktrust Time to Read favourite, Marta Altés and author and poet, Elli Woollard, this unique collection of Aesop’s Fables is a fresh and funny take on an enduring classic. Richly illustrated throughout by Marta Altés, author of Little Monkey, this is perfect for new and younger readers and will delight children and adults alike. Meet the town mouse and his country cousin, discover what happens to the boy who cried wolf one too many times and find out just how the tortoise beat the boastful hare.A perfect companion title to Just So Stories, created by the same winning team.Stories include:Two Travellers and the BearThe Hare and the TortoiseThe Boy who cried WolfThe Donkey in the Lion's SkinThe Dog and his ReflectionThe Baboon and the FoxThe Peacock and the CraneThe Town Mouse and the Country MouseTable of ContentsChapter - 1: Two Travellers and the Bear Chapter - 2: The Hare and the Tortoise Chapter - 3: The Boy who cried Wolf Chapter - 4: The Baboon and the Fox Chapter - 5: The Dog and his Reflection Chapter - 6: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse Chapter - 7: The Peacock and the Crane Chapter - 8: The Donkey in the Lion's Skin

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Book SynopsisDelight in a beautiful and very funny exploration of colour, the relationship between different objects, and the power of the imagination in this sturdy board book.Orange Pear Apple Bear is a wonderfully simple and engaging picture book from award-winning author/illustrator Emily Gravett. By rearranging just four words, Emily Gravett creates a series of playful images which are joyful and intensely satisfying. The loose energy of the pencil and watercolour pictures will be irresistible to adults and children alike.Perfect for reading out loud to very young children.Trade ReviewThis book is daring, original and a joy. * Sunday Times *Hold it in your hands and know that you're in the presence of greatness . . . Surreal, clever and enormous fun. * Bookseller *It should be handed out at birth. The perfect book to read aloud to babies. * Guardian *Emily Gravett's colourful yet sparse illustrations cleverly depict a bumbling bear interacting in many different and imaginative ways with the fruit mentioned in the title * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisAn adorable sing-along board book, with five robust board sliders that are easy for little hands to use. Colourful frogs and a cheerful nursery song that is full of repetition will help children begin to learn their numbers and count down from five to one in a fun and interactive way.Each board book includes a free instrumental and vocal version of the nursery song - simply click on the QR code for little ones to listen and sing along!With bright illustrations, this book makes the perfect gift this Easter and beyond. Look out for other titles in this bestselling series from Nosy Crow.

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Book SynopsisDelight in a beautiful and very funny exploration of colour, the relationship between different objects, and the power of the imagination.Orange Pear Apple Bear is a wonderfully simple and engaging picture book from award-winning author/illustrator Emily Gravett. By rearranging just four words, Emily Gravett creates a series of playful images which are a sheer joy – and intensely satisfying. The loose energy of the pencil and watercolour pictures will be irresistible to adults and children alike.Perfect for reading out loud to very young children.Trade ReviewThis book is daring, original and a joy. * Sunday Times *Hold it in your hands and know that you're in the presence of greatness . . . Surreal, clever and enormous fun. * Bookseller *It should be handed out at birth. The perfect book to read aloud to babies. * Guardian *Emily Gravett's colourful yet sparse illustrations cleverly depict a bumbling bear interacting in many different and imaginative ways with the fruit mentioned in the title * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisOffers essential practice in the key concept of phonics. Suitable for children aged 5 to 6 years old, this title features 86 cards.

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Book SynopsisThe more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll goIn this delightful book, Dr. Seuss celebrates the joys of reading, encouraging young children to take pride in their budding reading abilities.This celebration of the joys of reading reminds us to keep our eyes open and be proud of our reading so we'll learn lots of stuff and end up succeeding! This inspiring book was written and illustrated by Dr. Seuss.Children can recap the different ways the character can read in the visual summary on pages 1415, providing lots of speaking and listening opportunities.Blue/Band 4 books offer longer, repeated patterns with sequential events and integrated literary and natural language.Ideas for Reading provide practical support and stimulating activities.

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