Picture books: character books
Hardie Grant Children's Publishing Claris Bonjour Riviera
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£7.59
Dalen (Llyfrau) Cyf Asterix Agus a Mhac (Asterix in Irish)
Book SynopsisA baby appears on Asterix''s doorstep... but where did he come from? Asterix and Obelix have no idea how to look after a child, and are happy for any nursery assistance they can get. But they soon realise that choosing the right childcare is so important - especially as no one has vetted the Romans!
£10.63
HarperCollins Publishers The Naughtiest Unicorn and the Ice Dragon
Book SynopsisMira, her UBFF (Unicorn Best Friends Forever) Dave and Class Red are super excited because they''ve been given a dragon egg to look after! The only problem is theirs'' is refusing to hatch! How will the gang encourage their new class pet out of its shell?And what adventures will happen when they discover it''s a super-rare - and fast growing! - Ice Dragon?--Trade Review‘Hilarious black-and-white illustrations complement this humorous fantasy adventure. Featuring unicorns of many colours, as well as tons of glitter, lots of rainbows and plenty of farting and poo, there are also underlying themes of diversity, inclusion and positivity.’ Booktrust
£6.64
HarperCollins Publishers Mr Men Little Miss Easter Countdown A funfilled
Book SynopsisJoin in the Easter fun with the Mr Men and Little Miss!There are lots of things to count and see, including bouncing bunnies, cheeping chicks and leaping lambs, but it wouldn't be Easter without an eggstraordinary Easter egg hunt!A fun-filled rhyming story, celebrating the joys of spring!Mr Men and Little Miss Celebrations introduce children to all the exciting occasions that people celebrate including sports day, a visit from the tooth fairy, Halloween and Chinese New Year.Trade ReviewThe colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971. – The Independent The timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly. – The Telegraph The Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf. – The Telegraph
£8.23
Penguin Books India Pvt Ltd Meddling Mooli and the Bully on Wheels
Book SynopsisBest friends Meddling Mooli and Soups embark on a mission to win a prize on the website WAYOUTS by trying untried tricks and stunts, causing chaos at home and a medical college. Through their adventures, they discover new uses for toothpaste, outwit a bully, and have super cool experiences. Read to find out if they eventually win the prize.
£6.64
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Tale of Johnny Town Mouse Gold Centenary
Book SynopsisDo you ever feel that the grass is always greener on the other side of the fence? Well, so did Johnny Town-Mouse and Timmy Willie. One was a town mouse and one was a country mouse, and when they end up in each other''s worlds they soon discover that they were much happier where they started!The Tale of Johnny Town-Mouse is number 13 in Beatrix Potter''s series of 23 little books, the titles of which are as follows:1 The Tale of Peter Rabbit2 The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin3 The Tailor of Gloucester4 The Tale of Benjamin Bunny5 The Tale of Two Bad Mice6 The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle7 The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher8 The Tale of Tom Kitten9 The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck10 The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies11 The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse12 The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes13 The Tale of Johnny Town-Mouse 14 The Tale of Mr. Tod15 The Tale of Pigling Bland16 The Tale of Samuel Whiskers17 The Tale of The Pie and the Pat
£9.49
Renee Irving Lee The Strongest Boy
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£16.53
Quarto Publishing PLC Little Bee
Book SynopsisIn this new series, based on the everyday adventures of wild animals, discover Little Bee gets up to, and meet their family, learning loads of great facts along the way! Little Bee has a BIG family! She has over one hundred sisters and a few baby brothers, and they all live together in the nest with their Mummy, the Queen. Little Bee is super excited to introduce us to her family and explore the nest together. Learn all about nature’s hardest worker: What happens in the nest What pollination is Who the queen is How honeybees talk to each other Why bees are so important This adorable story is followed by a fun factivity section packed with craft projects, case studies and a quiz section at the back of the book, so you can put everything you have learnt about Little Bee and their family toTrade Review“engaging and accessible for young readers throughout.” * The School Librarian *
£9.49
Oratia Media Nanny Mihi and the Bellbird
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£15.29
Oratia Media Nanny Mihi and the Rainbow
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£15.29
Mabecron Books Ltd Soggy and the Giant 2015 Soggy Bear
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£11.39
Arkbound The Adventures of Ben and Amy
Book SynopsisA short picture book for children aged 3- 5, featuring Bristol.Trade ReviewClothier's first children's book resonates with warmth and truly feels like a labour of love. The illustrations are serenely beautiful and are filled with touching details which situate the story clearly in Bristol. The story is simple yet touching and will easily resonate and enrapture children and provide an engaging, yet soothing bedtime read. - (Review by Syd Bird)
£7.99
Mabecron Books Ltd Grandfathers Story
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£12.34
Scholastic US Holidays are Better with Friends
Book SynopsisHave a merry Christmas, happy Hanukkah, wonderful Thanksgiving, sweet Valentine''s Day, and a whole lot more in this all-new official Friends picture book, based on the blockbuster TV show!You can''t have Thanksgiving without turkey. That''s like Fourth of July without apple pie, or Friday with no two pizzas. - Joey TribbianiCelebrate all your favorite Friends holiday moments in this adorable picture book. From the Holiday Armadillo to Rachel''s beef trifle to the Geller Cup, this book is packed with hilarious and relatable holiday moments featuring all your favorite characters. Rachel, Ross, Joey, Phoebe, Chandler, and Monica make every holiday fun . . . most of the time. After all, could this picture book be any more festive?
£12.99
HarperCollins Publishers One Potato Two Potatoes
Book SynopsisA laugh-out-loud, sing-along counting romp, based on the traditional rhyme, perfect for fans of Supertato!One potato, two potatoes, three potatoes, four playing hide and seek hang on! Who''s inside the drawer?!Four more energetic, excitable potatoes, that''s who! And the potato pals are about to receive an exciting invitation: to take part in the fruit and veg talent show!But potatoes are too small to dance. They''re useless at acrobatics, and can''t play musical instruments or ride bikes.So what CAN they do?!From the bestselling authors of George''s Amazing Adventures and the award-winning creator of Mr Pusskins!Look out for One Banana, Two Bananas on sale now!
£8.23
HarperCollins Publishers Mr. Men Little Miss on Holiday
Book SynopsisJoin the Mr Men and Little Miss on a Summer holiday like no other!The popular Mr Men on Holiday story is now available in a bigger, brighter edition for you to share and enjoy!Little Miss Sunshine is organising Little Miss Scatterbrain's summer holiday for her and to make it really fun, she has invited along lots of Little Miss Scatterbrain's friends as well! Will Little Miss Sunshine help them to enjoy the perfect summer holiday?The Mr Men and Little Miss Every Day series takes Roger Hargreaves' beloved characters on trips and activities that children will recognise from their own lives. All the Every Day Adventures have a Where's Walter' feature with Walter the worm hiding in every story making for a fun and interactive reading experience for children aged two years and up.Trade ReviewThe colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971.The IndependentThe timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly.The TelegraphThe Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf.The Telegraph
£8.23
Huia Publishers The Marble Maker
Book SynopsisA child dreams of inventing a new marble and having the recipe appear in the Book of Marbles. In a chaotic lab, with a sheep as an assistant and using ingredients as diverse as ''teeth bling from a retired rapper'', ''three pints of swooshy night air'' and ''a snippet from a sheep''s fringe'', the child lights up the stoves and, with a bang, marbles that have never been seen before rain down.
£14.39
Bonnier Books Ltd Beano Where's Gnasher?: A Search and Find
Book SynopsisDennis's faithful sidekick Gnasher has gone missing.Help Dennis find Gnasher and explore 14 busy search-and-find Beanotown scenes. From Dennis's house to Bash Street School, Duck Island to Beanotown Zoo, you'll visit iconic locations from the long-running comic.Featuring Dennis, Gnasher, Minnie, Gnipper, Walter and Bea as well as other beloved Beanotown characters. Eagle-eyed fans can also look out for hidden characters from Dandy, Beezer and Topper.
£9.49
Nosy Crow Ltd Pip and Posy: Outdoor Explorers
Book SynopsisJoin in the fun with Pip and Posy and their friends as they have outdoor adventures, look and find out and about and have lots of fun playing and exploring in the fresh air. Have fun completing the puzzles, drawing, colouring and using lots of stickers. This busy activity book will keep children entertained for hours.
£5.99
Ragged Bears Mitzis Big Adventure Koala Brothers
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£7.81
Ragged Bears Neds Buried Treasure Koala Brothers
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£7.81
Ragged Bears George and the Magician Koala Brothers
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£7.81
Graffito Books Ltd KIT AND WILLY'S GUIDE TO ART
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£11.39
Centum Books Trolls World Tour Tin of Books
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£12.99
Centum Books Lego Disney Princesses Lego Mini Figure
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£11.52
Boulder Books A Very Silly (wet and woolly) Beach Rock Band
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£7.99
Oratia Media Nanny Mihi's Medicine / Nga Rongoa a Nanny Mihi
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£15.29
Oratia Media The Water Bottle
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£16.19
Oratia Media You Don't Know How Lucky You Are!: Me i Mohio Koe
Book SynopsisWhen Izzy moans about unloading the dishwasher, Great-uncle Arthur says, ''You don''t know how lucky you are!''He''s always done something worse - like hand-washing stacks of dishes, or dodging arrows in a battle.As the stories get wilder - taking three days to finish a meal of tough old food, for example - his great-niece starts to wonder if Arthur may be exaggerating a little .Emerging author Belinda O''Keefe joins forces with well-known illustrator Ross Kinnaird in this fun book that helps young readers connect with the experience of their grandparents'' generation.
£15.29
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press What if there was no School!
Book SynopsisSalma hates school. She hates waking up early. She hates her school uniform. She hates waiting in lines all day long. She hates the rules, the orders, and she absolutely hates homework. When she declares that she never wants to school ever again, her older sister, Leila, suggests she imagine that she never has to. Will Salma really be happy if she gets what she wants?
£7.46
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press Layan's Party
Book SynopsisLayan Loves to shop. She always buys what she wants, whether or not she actually needs to. On her birthday, she finally gets the cat she's been wishing for, and she is excited to buy all kinds of new things for her! Will Layan learn the value of spending wisely?
£7.46
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press My Big Little Nose
Book SynopsisOur noses vary in shapes and sizes, from small to large, rounded and long, snout and delicate. But does the function of our noses change with different shapes and sizes, or do they smell, inhale, and explore as they are? And can the sense of smell make a mistake and give us incorrect information, even though it is our means of identifying what is going on around us? Do you think that your noses have mistaken one day, and got you confused?
£7.46
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press I dont like Cheese
Book SynopsisMishmish is a mouse quite different from all the other mice. He does not like cheese at all! Luckily for him, a little girl named Aseel gives him a yummy meal every evening. But what is Mishmish to do when Aseel and her family decide to leave the house for a vacation? A story full of fun and delicious foods for those with an appetite and a curiosity like Mishmish!
£7.46
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press Maya and the Bookworm
Book SynopsisThe apple worm lives inside the apple, but what about the bookworm? Does it live inside books too? Mayas mother told her that if reads a lot of books, then shell turn into a bookworm herself. Join Maya as her imagination takes off in this fun and inventive journey to find out exactly what it means to be a bookworm!
£8.07
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press All About: The Horse
Book SynopsisCalling all young scientists and animal lovers! Are you curious to learn about a range of different species, from insects to mammals to marine life in the depths of the oceans? These books are perfect for bright young minds looking for comprehensive facts, amazing photos, and interesting details about the different types of creatures in each book of this series. Dive in for plenty of entertainment!
£13.29
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press A Penguin Explores the World
Book SynopsisOur feathered penguin lives in a very remote habitat in Antarctica. Even though he is terribly busy playing, swimming, cooking, knitting, and reading, he would really like to visit another country! He uses the feathers of an albatross to travel to new lands across the world, where he is introduced to new people, languages, customs, food, and clothing. What did Rich learn from his travels?
£8.07
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press The Cat of Hagia Sofia
Book SynopsisOula, the heroine of the story, is accompanied by a mysterious little cat, on a wonderful imaginary adventure, and they go back in time to Hagia Sophia's site centuries ago. After her return, the girl tells her friends Mina, Karam, Samih and Masoud the details of her trip, so do they believe her? And what does the cat have to do with the trip and with the magnificent ancient building of Hagia Sophia? Exciting events joined with imagination in a story full of fun and benefit.
£8.07
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press You Are Amazing, Dad
Book SynopsisA lovely story about an amazing father who can do all the things that are required of him. So, he turns into a hero in the eyes of his children. He is good at making sandwiches, driving the car, fixing toys, finding lost items, and more! But there is one task that is impossible for him to perform, what could it be?
£7.46
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press The Deer of Ras Oshairij
Book SynopsisAbdullah has loved deer since he was a child, and he wishes he could be just as quick. His grandfather takes him to a natural deer reserve, a protected area in Ras Oshairij located in the northern region of Qatar. There are many archaeological sites here, such as Al Zubarah Fort and Khor Hassan, which are known for their natural beauty. Will Abdullah be able to visit this reserve? What will happen on this trip if he does? And what is its relationship to the key of incredible eras, and to the old man wearing traditional clothes that look like the ones in the National Museum? The lines of this story will reveal all!
£8.07
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press Do not believe Foxy!
Book SynopsisThe tale "The Fox and the Crow" says: Foxy, the fox, have exceeded, the crow Shiny! Then is Shiny the crow stupid, and is Foxy's deception, intelligence? This fairy tale has a different side. Listen and judge!
£6.22
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press Sam Squirrel Has ADHD!
Book SynopsisSam Squirrel cannot seem to do anything right... He keeps getting in trouble at home, school, and with his friends. But Sam and his parents finally discover the reason behind his troubles, it is just that he has ADHD! What did Sam's parents do to help him? and do you know anyone who has this disorder like Sam?
£7.46
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press Afantus on Top of Kilimanjaro
Book SynopsisAn exciting journey to the top of the famous Mount Kilimanjaro, with the adventurer Fahad Badar, and his Jarboa friend, Afantas, who met in the desert and together headed to Tanzania. Afantas, the fun and enthusiastic character, narrates their 7 days distinctive climbing adventure, routing through the mountain from one camp to another. He reveals all the challenges and difficulties they face ascending to the top, and the ability to achieve your goals with well preparation, dedication, and persistence.
£7.46
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press I want a Robot Mum!
Book SynopsisA robot mom would be fun to have. She would fulfill all her child's requests, neither does she order nor punish! She would never leave to work, and stays near her little one, always! But does a robot mom know how to cuddle like your real mom? Can she give you hugs and kisses just like Moms do?
£7.46
Hamad Bin Khalifa University Press What Could it be?
Book SynopsisIf we look around us, we will find many shapes, some that we know and get to know the others. So, the sun is circular, tent is triangular, while the door is rectangular, and when we search well, we will find the square, hexagon, oval and octagon too. Unleash your imagination, and enjoy exploring the shapes in the house, nature, and wherever you go!
£7.46
HarperCollins Publishers The Octonauts and The Growing Goldfish
Book SynopsisHello Kitty meets Star Trek under the sea! Dive in for adventure in this exciting picture book, featuring global sensations The Octonauts! Enjoy the original books that inspired the hit animated TV series, broadcast around the world!
£8.51
HarperCollins Publishers The Octonauts Explore The Great Big Ocean
Book SynopsisAn exciting adventure featuring global sensations The Octonauts. With glow in the dark ink, a surprise page to fold out – and lots of exciting detail – this is the ultimate gift book for Octonauts-crazy children! Enjoy the original books that inspired the hit animated TV series, broadcast around the world!
£9.82
HarperCollins Publishers The Treasure Hunt 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!Trade ReviewOne 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 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 After the Storm:‘…look no further for the best present for any child from two to six.’ Susan Hill, The Sunday Times Percy’s Bumpy Ride:‘Imaginatively detailed illustrations and just the right amount of suspense.’ Practical Parenting
£8.80
HarperCollins Publishers Little Monsters Book CD A funny illustrated
Book SynopsisHowl with laughter and squeal with delight at this monstrously funny picture book and audio CD from number one bestselling author David Walliams, illustrated by the awesome Adam Stower! Performed by David Walliams perfect for sharing at Halloween!Howler is a SMALL werewolf with a BIG problem.He is just not SCARY! And that makes him the odd one out at Monster SchoolBut when Howler finds some new friends, he discovers that being the ODD one out might just make him the COOLEST one of allWith giggles on every page, this hilarious new picture book is perfect for ALL little monsters.
£8.99
