Picture books: character books
Penguin Random House Children's UK All About Moomin
Book SynopsisTove Jansson was born in Finland in 1914. She began her career as a cartoonist and went on to write and illustrate many books for adults and children. She drew her first Moomin in the 1930s, just for fun, and in 1945 he became a character in a children's story. Tove became world-famous for her Moomin books, which began with The Moomins and the Great Flood in 1945, closely followed by Comet in Moominland in 1946, Finn Family Moomintroll in 1948 and six more Moomin adventures. During the winter months Tove lived and worked in Helsinki, but in the summertime she stayed on a beautiful remote island in the Gulf of Finland with her long-term partner, the artist Tuulikki Pietilä. Tove Jansson received many prestigious awards during her lifetime, including the international Hans Christian Andersen Medal. She died in 2001, aged eighty-seven.
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Scholastic US Pokemon Comictivity Book 1
Book SynopsisHave fun with comics and Pokémon in this amazing activity book! Includes stickers, stencils, and an exclusive Pikachu pencil topper.Join your Pokémon pals and get creative! Dive into action-packed comics and use stickers and stencils as you solve puzzles, challenges, mazes, and many more fun activities! Featuring Pokémon from the latest Nintendo Switch games, Pokémon Sword & Shield.Includes stickers and stencils, plus an exclusive Pikachu pencil topper!
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HarperCollins Publishers PAW Patrol Treasury Illustrated Story Collection
Book SynopsisJoin the PAW Patrol for pup-tacular tales of rescue, friendship and adventure in this stunning collection of stories for children.Celebrate your favourite Adventure Bay legends in seven much-loved stories from PAW Patrol. Join the team for an exciting pirate treasure hunt, a daring kitty rescue, a day with dinosaurs, and more fun-filled tales.PAWsitively beautiful illustrations bring the furry friends to life as they take on heroic missions. Perfect for bedtime or anytime, fans can enjoy the stories again and again.This charming collection includes:Itty-Bitty Kitty RescuePuppy Birthday to You!Pirate Pups!All-Star Pups!Jurassic Bark!Save the School Bus!Adventures with Grandpa!
£12.74
Scholastic The Lighthouse Keepers Tea
Book SynopsisMr Grinling is bored and in desperate need of a new hobby. He LOVES to eat but cooking is far too messy for him, andwhen he tries birdwatching, rollerblading and flying a kite... well,he just seems to end up getting into some sort of trouble. So what will he do?
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Walker Books Ltd Curious George Visits a Toy Shop 1
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HarperCollins Publishers Mr. Sneeze
Book SynopsisThe bestselling children's books series for over 50 years!This is the story of Mr Sneeze, who lived in a small snow-covered cottage in Shivertown, the capital of Coldland. Tired of sneezing he decides that it''s time to find some sun.The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. Have you met them all?Trade Review‘The 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 Top 100 Children’s Book – Junior Magazine, 2019
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Hairy Maclary Five Lynley Dodd Stories
Book SynopsisLynley Dodd is an award-winning author/illustrator who lives in New Zealand. She is enormously popular, loved for the humour and rhyme in her stories of the memorable Hairy Maclary and his friends - and enemies! She worked as a teacher before beginning to write her own books in 1974.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK I Love Dad with the Very Hungry Caterpillar
Book SynopsisThis gorgeous little gift book from The Very Hungry Caterpillar is the perfect way to say, ''I Love You, Dad!'' this Father''s Day! Dad... you''re easy to talk to... even when I am feeling prickly... you are always there... that''s why I love you, Dad!Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of love and all the ways to tell your dad how much you care.This lovely little book features Eric Carle''s colourful artwork of animal dads and babies, with the Hungry Caterpillar making an appearance alongside each one.The ideal gift for Father''s Day or for anytime you want to say ''I Love You, Dad''.
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HarperCollins Publishers BEARS MAGIC PENCIL
Book SynopsisBear was walking in the forest. Suddenly What happens next? Winners of the children's competition featured in The Sun decideChildren's Laureate, Anthony Browne, has collaborated with budding author-illustrators, aged 8 and under, to create an exciting and unique picture book combining Anthony's character the bear with the magic pencil with art and stories from the winning entries.Wherever Bear goes he takes his magic pencil with him. If ever he has a problem he just draws his way out of trouble whatever he draws becomes real . . .Anthony Browne started the story of a bear with a magic pencil, and children aged eight and under were invited to join in and complete the story.Working with The Sun team, Anthony has selected the best ideas, and used them to create the rest of the story. The result is this fabulous picture book!
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HarperCollins Publishers Favourite Paddington Stories
Book SynopsisThree favourite stories of Paddington, the beloved classic bear from Darkest Peru, brought together in one volume. Paddington is now a major movie star!This special edition brings together three favourite classic adventures Paddington in the Garden, Paddington at the Carnival and Paddington and the Grand Tour.Whether he is gardening, walking along the canal, or seeing the sights of London as always there is never a dull moment when Paddington is around!Trade ReviewPraise for the Paddington series: ‘I’ve always had great respect for Paddington…He is a British institution.’ Stephen Fry ‘Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children’s literature.’ The Teacher ‘Michael Bond’s accident-prone bear…has become one of the most enduring of children’s characters.’ The Bookseller
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Olivia Goes to Venice
Book SynopsisIn her latest adventure, Olivia, everyone's favourite little pig, is off the Venice, the place of fine art, carnival and gondolas for a family holiday to remember. With her very own discerning eye for style, Olivia takes the beautiful city of Venice by storm. From dodging pigeons in the Piazza San Marco, to eating an abundance of the most delicious Italian gelato at Carneval, and barelystaying afloat in a gondola, Olivia uncovers the wonderful delights of Venice with that very special 'Olivia' style and flair!
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Harry and the Dinosaurs and the Bucketful of
Book SynopsisA collection of all the classic stories about Harry and his bucketful of dinosaurs!Everyone has their favourite Harry story and here they all are in this roaringly good collection!This superb collection features Harry and the Snow King, Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs, Harry and the Robots, Romp in the Swamp and Harry and the Dinosuars say ''Raaah!'' Read about how Harry first found his beloved dinosaurs, their adventures together in the scary swamp and discover just how brave they all are when they visit the dentist. There are even two stories just about Harry.Having spent much of his life teaching English and drama, Ian Whybrow is now a bestselling author. Among his most popular characters are the hugely successful Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs and the much-loved Little Wolf. Ian lives in Harrow, Middlesex.Adrian Reynolds is a hugely talented illustrator who has worked on many picture books, including the wonderful Harry stories and four ad
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HarperCollins Publishers Mog and the V.E.T.
Book SynopsisShare in fifty years of a really remarkable catMog is everyone's favourite family cat! Join her in this warm-hearted and funny escapade about Mog's sore paw, and her trip to the V. E. T.Celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Mog the Forgetful Cat with special anniversary editions of her much-loved adventures.From the creator of The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat comes a delightful family adventure about a really remarkable cat!Mog is chasing a butterfly one day, when something happens to her paw Ouch!She'll have to go to the vee ee tee, says Mrs Thomas. But before they can make her better, Mog causes a great ruckus at the vet's surgeryMog the Forgetful Cat was first published fifty years ago, and Mog has been delighting children all over the world with her adventures ever since. These books are the perfect gifts for boys, girls and families everywhere!Trade ReviewPraise for Mog:‘Since her debut in 1970, Mog has become… a national hero.’ Junior Magazine ‘A firm favourite on children's bookshelves’ The Telegraph ‘Mog is a star, she really is. I can't recommend her highly enough. Someone should give that cat a medal, or an egg for breakfast.’ The Bookbag ‘Delightful stories about the family cat with attitude.’ The Guardian Praise for Judith Kerr:‘One of the best authors a child of 3+ could encounter.’ The Times “It’s no surprise Judith’s work is still popular. It owes nothing to the vagaries of style or fashion. Her warmth and humanity are timeless.” Michael Foreman
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HarperCollins Publishers The Adventures of Paddington
Book SynopsisA fantastic new picture book based on the Emmy-award winning preschool series The Adventures of Paddington!When Paddington lets go of Jonathan's amazing new helium dinosaur balloon, he goes on an epic adventure to try and retrieve it, drifting over London's most famous landmarks on his way.Will Paddington be able to catch the runaway balloon before it is lost forever?
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HarperCollins Publishers Paddington
Book SynopsisCelebrating 100 years since the birth of Michael Bond, one of the most beloved authors of all time.Enjoy the classic story of the bear from Darkest Peru who stowed away on a ship headed for England. He arrived at Paddington Station with nothing but a suitcase, a half-empty jar of marmalade and a label that read, Please look after this bear. Thank you.For six decades, stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children all over the world. Paddington is now a major movie star!Trade Review‘Things are always happening to me. I’m that sort of bear’ Paddington Praise for the Paddington series: ‘I’ve always had great respect for Paddington…He is a British institution.’ Stephen Fry ‘Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children’s literature.’ The Teacher ‘Michael Bond’s accident-prone bear…has become one of the most enduring of children’s characters.’ The Bookseller
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Puffin Rock Goodnight Beautiful Moon
Book SynopsisOona is a very excited puffin! She can''t wait until night-time because tonight the moon won''t be an ordinary moon: it will be a supermoon, which means it will be bigger and more beautiful than ever before!But getting this excited can make a puffin sleepy. Will Oona be able to stay awake late enough to see it?!A beautifully illustrated story based on the critically acclaimed animation.
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HarperCollins Publishers How the Grinch Stole Christmas
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HarperCollins Publishers Summer Story
Book SynopsisCelebrate the 40th anniversary of the miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge!It was such a hot summer. They sky was deep blue and the sun never faltered. All along Brambly Hedge, the mice did their best to keep cool. Poppy Eyebright sought refuge in the mossy shadows of the mill wheel; Dusty Dogwood took to walking by the banks of the cooling stream. Dusty and Poppy spent more and more time together, so no one was at all surprised when they announced their engagement. They decided on a very unusual setting for the wedding ceremony, but even they didn't realise just how unusual it was prove to be!Also look out for Spring Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story!Trade 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
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Its Ramadan Curious George
Book SynopsisIt's the first day of Ramadan, and George is celebrating with his friend Kareem and his family. George helps Kareem with his first fast and joins in the evening celebration of tasting treats and enjoying a special meal. Then, George helps make gift baskets to donate to the needy, and watches for the crescent moon with the man in the yellow hat.Trade Review“A groundbreaking new book that also tries to span the cultural chasm for a new generation.” —The New Yorker “I hope [this book] makes it into the hands of Muslim children who need it and any child curious about Ramadan and Islam. Parents, this is how we teach love.” —ReadItRealGood.com “To help overcome Islamophobia and foster mutual respect, acceptance and understanding, teachers, parents, community leaders and librarians can use books like these to educate children about Muslims while enhancing religious literacy.” —The Huffington Post —
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HarperCollins Publishers Paddington in the Garden
Book SynopsisA hilarious story of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington now a major movie star!For Paddington, one of the nicest things about being a bear and living with the Brown family is being able to share their lovely garden. And though he may not have green fingers, the fact that paws and marmalade are never far apart leads to some unexpectedly colourful results during National Garden Week!Trade ReviewPraise for the Paddington series: ‘I’ve always had great respect for Paddington… He is a British institution.’ Stephen Fry ‘Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children’s literature.’ The Teacher ‘Michael Bond’s accident-prone bear…has become one of the most enduring of children’s characters.’ The Bookseller
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Letterland International ABC Phonics Flashcards
Book SynopsisThese 62 double-sided flashcards will give you a childfriendlyway of introducing phonics concepts to yourchild with the help of the Letterland characters. Juststart to say a character name and that's the soundthey make in words!
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Sort of Books The Moomins and the Great Flood
Book SynopsisIn the run-up to Moomins eightieth anniversary (2025) the spotlight is on The Moomins and The Great Flood and the first glimpse it offers of Moomin Valley. Tove Jansson wrote this first ever Moomin story in 1945, in the wake of World War II, and although a children's tale, it vividly evokes the displacement of refugees throughout Europe at the time. A global Moomin.com campaign will celebrate the eighty years of the Moomins with the slogan 'the door is always open', emphasising Jansson's timely message of kindness and inclusiveness towards those forced to flee to safety.This new format edition includes an introduction by much loved author Frank Cottrell-Boyce and a full colour fold-out 'Moomin history' poster.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Big Alfie Out Of Doors Storybook
Book SynopsisAlfie loves being outside and in this gorgeous collection of stories and poems he plays in the garden, camps in the countryside, shares a picnic on the beach, splashes in the paddling pool and lots more! Full of snapshots of family life, this is a book to treasure.Trade ReviewReading The Big Alfie Out of Doors Storybook is like wrapping you and your child in a big, soft, security blanket . . . In capturing the essence of early childhood . . . no other writer/illustrator comes near Shirley Hughes * Sunday Telegraph *An essential modern classic * Baby Magazine *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Meg Comes To School Meg and Mog
Book SynopsisJoin Meg the witch and Mog the cat for more magical mayhem! Another spellbinding book from the bestselling Meg and Mog series.When Meg attends Owl''s school sports day in a very unusual hat, everyone is in for a big surprise!Previously published as Owl at School, this humorous Meg and Mog story is reissued with a bright new cover and in a larger, brighter format. Perfect for sharing or reading alone, children will love exploring the colours, sounds and shapes.The Meg and Mog stories have been casting their spell over readers for over 50 years. With Jan Pienkowski's award-winning illustrations and Helen Nicoll's easy-to-read text, the Meg and Mog books have earnt their place as timeless classics, beloved over generations.More magical Meg and Mog stories:Meg and MogMeg Goes to BedMeg and the PirateMeg and Mog: Three Terrific TalesMog at the ZooMeg Comes to SchoolMeg on the MoonMeg and Mog: Three F
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HarperCollins Publishers How to Catch a Star
Book SynopsisAn inspirational story from internationally bestselling, multi-prize-winning picture book creator Oliver Jeffers.Once there was a boy who loved stars so much that he wished he had one of his very own. Every night he watched the stars in the sky from his bedroom window and dreamed of how he could be their friend and how they could play hide-and-go-seek together.So, one day, he decided to set about catching a star of his very ownTrade Review“…the best recent picture book by light years, is stylishly spellbinding” Telegraph “A story about possibilities and disappointments with a triumphant ending, all of which Jeffers captures through the beautifully expressive changing moods of his little boy.” Guardian “This is a magical, beautifully illustrated tale about reaching for dreams… Adults tend to think of waiting as tedious, but the magic of this book is that it understands waiting as children wait – alert, apprehensive and using their imaginations.” Mail on Sunday “Hail to new talent… If only all picture books could be this good" The Bookseller
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HarperCollins Publishers My Oh My A Butterfly
Book SynopsisI'm the Cat in the Hat.If you look in the sky,you might see a butterfly fluttering by.Join the Cat in the Hat as he introduces beginning readers to butterflies.This title and others form part of a series of books that takes an off-beat look at nature and natural sciences through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at early readers from four to seven year olds the books are designed to bridge the gap between concept books written for preschoolers and more formal non fiction titles that require fluent reading skills. By presenting the facts in a lively and rhythmic manner, they provide the critical foundation upon which complex facts and ideas can eventually be built.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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Penguin Random House Children's UK Spots Baby Sister
Book SynopsisEric Hill (1927-2014) started his artistic career as an art studio messenger and from there went on to become a cartoonist and eventually an art director at a leading advertising agency. In 1978 Eric made up a story about a small puppy to read to his son at bedtime and Spot was born. The success of his first bestselling lift-the-flap classic Where's Spot? in 1980 convinced him to become a full-time author, and his Spot books have been enjoyed by children around the world ever since. In 2008 he was awarded an OBE for services to children's literacy.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Snowman
Book SynopsisSpend Christmas with everyone''s favourite Snowman! This special edition comes with an introduction by Raymond Briggs.One winter''s night, a snowman comes to life and an unforgettable adventure begins.Raymond Briggs'' classic is a true piece of Christmas magic - narrated entirely through pictures, it captures the wonder and innocence of childhood and is recognised throughout the world.This story is also available as a board book for little hands.The Snowman is the perfect festive read for ALL the family!Also available for 0-6yrs:The Snowman: Book of the Film - a picture book based on the classic filmThe Snowman and the Snowdog - a picture book based on the classic film sequelAlso available for readers 7+:A magical retelling of The Snowman by Michael MorpurgoTrade ReviewIn Raymond Briggs' story, a boy's dream comes true. Somehow, Michael Morpurgo makes Briggs' story come true. It's a delightful magic track. It has all the wonder of reading the Snowman for the first time.—Colin FirthOn seeing the cover for the very first time I felt just as James might have felt as he glanced out of the window at The Snowman for the first time. The magic of The Snowman never truly melts and in this adaptation Michael Morpurgo and Robin Shaw have faithfully honoured the spirit of the original story whilst adding a new magical lustre to appeal to a whole new, very lucky generation.—Emma O'Donovan, The Book Sniffer blogJust wonderful! Loyal to the first story with fresh elements that flesh it out for older readers. A timeless tale, freshly made but with the same magic at its heart - just like a real snowman. It's rare that a remake is ever as good as the original but in this case, great care has been given to ensure it is both complementary and a tribute to the book that means so much to lots of people.—Alex Lloyd, Books with Baby blogWhat a magical book! The Snowman is such a lovely read (for young and old alike) and has already made me excited for Christmas. It's truly heartwarming.—Hannah Timson, First NewsThe Snowman by Michael Morpurgo not only brings a much-loved tale to a new audience, it brings with it an extra layer of festive magic. We predict this book will fast become as much a part of every family Christmas as snuggling down with a hot chocolate to catch the classic animation on TV.—JUNIOR MagazineMichael Morpurgo plays homage to the classic tale of The Snowman, bringing James, his family and snowy friend beautifully to life through his words, in a story to melt your heart. All the classic elements of the original story are here, in a book which will surely be at the heart of a magical Christmas for many families, to read alongside the picture book and the film.—Jayne Gould, Ipswich Children's Book GroupIf anyone was going to give words to this classic, it had to be Morpurgo. A perfect book, perfect story, perfectly told.—Angels & Urchins
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Spots First Christmas
Book SynopsisSpot's First Christmas by Eric Hill is a fabulous festive book! Spot finds out about Christmas trees, carol singers and presents from Father Christmas in this fun and festive board book edition of a classic lift-the-flap book. Show your little one all the delights and excitement of Christmas with everyone's favourite puppy.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK WellLoved Tales Cinderella Ladybird Easy Reading
Book SynopsisFirst published in 1964, Well-loved Tales: Cinderella is surely one of the most beloved of all Ladybird books. The evocative illustrations of Cinderella in her beautiful ball gowns, the fairy godmother, the stepsisters and the handsome prince are fondly remembered by many and it remains a childhood favourite.Now, the original Well-loved Tales: Cinderella has been reissued to mark the fiftieth anniversary of its first publication. With text by Vera Southgate and the same beautiful Eric Winter illustrations as everyone remembers, this classic Ladybird book is now available for a new generation to treasure.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Tale Of Peter Rabbit
Book SynopsisTells the story of a mischievous rabbit and the trouble he encounters in Mr McGregor's vegetable garden.Trade ReviewYoungsters love the naughty rabbit who is always getting into scrapes and the beautiful but simple illustrations are timeless masterpieces -- Natasha Harding * Sun online *
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Egmont UK Ltd Tuesday Fire Engine Flynn
Book SynopsisFind out more about Fire Engine Flynn in this fun storybook. Children will enjoy reading a new Thomas & Friends board book every day of the week!
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Peppa Pig Peppa Plays Cricket
Book SynopsisCan Daddy Pig train Peppa, George and Suzy to be the next Joe Root, Alastair Cook and Stuart Broad? It is a very sunny day. Perfect for a game of cricket! Daddy Pig teaches Peppa, George and Suzy Sheep how to play cricket in the garden, followed by the most important part of the game - taking a break for tea and cake!Everyone loves cricket, especially Daddy Pig!The perfect book for your little cricketers, teaching them the rules of the game as well as teamwork and sportsmanship.
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Nosy Crow Ltd Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam The Cat Burglar
Book SynopsisShifty McGifty and Slippery Sam have swapped a life of crime for baking cakes in their café. But now there's a new robber in town - the infamous Kitty-le-Claw! When there's a midnight robbery at the bank, can the two baker dogs save the day?
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Peppa Pig Peppa Meets the Queen
Book SynopsisJoin your favourite pig and find out what happened when Peppa met the Queen. A perfect storybook to remember Queen Elizabeth II.
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HarperCollins Publishers Thomas Friends Percy
Book SynopsisThe perfect introduction to Thomas the Tank Engine!Percy is a little engine who loves to be cheeky. He spends all day playing tricks on the other engines, but one day he has to be a very brave engine!Based on the classic tales from the Reverend W. Awdry, with a stunning, modern look. Thomas Engine Adventures is a great way to pass on the tradition of Thomas to early readers. Children aged 2 and up will love meeting classic characters such as Percy, James, Gordon, and Toby down on The Fat Controller's railway. These fun, short stories come with a bonus spot-and-see activity at the end. Perfect for bedtime.Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.Trade ReviewTop 100 Children’s Book – Junior Magazine, 2019
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Lerner Publishing Group Monkey with a Tool Belt and the Noisy Problem
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HarperCollins Publishers Thomas Friends Henry
Book SynopsisThe perfect introduction to Thomas the Tank Engine!Henry is a bright green engine. One day, he starts feeling poorly, and can't get all his jobs done. Will The Fat Controller be able to make Henry feel better?Based on the classic tales from the Reverend W. Awdry, with a stunning, modern look. Thomas Engine Adventures is a great way to pass on the tradition of Thomas to early readers. Children aged 2 and up will love meeting classic characters such as Percy, James, Gordon, and Toby down on The Fat Controller's railway. These fun, short stories come with a bonus spot-and-see activity at the end. Perfect for bedtime.Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.Trade ReviewTop 100 Children’s Book – Junior Magazine, 2019
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Walker Books Ltd Maisys Bathtime
Book SynopsisJump in the water and splash in the bubbles with Maisy!It's bathtime for Maisy! She likes LOTS of bubbles and let's not forget Duck! Just when Maisy is about to hop in, ding-dong! Who's at the door? It's Talullah and she wants to play. What will happen next?Trade ReviewGorgeous bright pictures and an uncomplicated storyline make it perfect for children who are just beginning to understand a simple narrative. * Practical Parenting *Every child is a fan on Maisy.... The text is simple, amusing and interactive eliciting a great response from the children when you read it to them. * School Librarian Journal *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Peter Rabbit Tales Little Library
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Andersen Press Ltd Mr Benn 123456789
Book SynopsisWhen Mr Benn visits the little fancy dress shop, he enters a fantastical world of adventure as if by magic... In this story, Mr Benn tries a black and white stripy outfit for size, only to find himself magically transported into a prison! Collect all four Mr Benn classics in their 50th anniversary paperback editions! Mr Benn Red Knight Mr Benn Big Top Mr Benn Big Game Mr Benn 123456789 Celebrate 50 years of the iconic BBC TV series with the original Mr Benn picture books! Voted 3rd in a BBC poll of 25 to 45 year olds of all-time favourite children's shows Voted 6th in Channel 4's poll of the 100 greatest kid's TV shows Voted 10th most famous time-traveller by THE TIMES '...the very name is enough to induce a warm glow of childish bliss...' TELEGRAPHTrade Review"David McKee’s early work on the power of colour to transform life is perfect for all those who now love Elmer the patchwork elephant" -- Julia Eccleshare * LoveReading4Kids *
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HarperCollins Publishers Paddingtons Christmas Post
Book SynopsisBased on the original stories by Michael Bond, a funny, festive Paddington adventure with real mail to open and enjoy!This funny interactive picture book follows Paddington as he does his best to help the Brown family get ready for a very special Christmas. Open the five envelopes inside and find an Advent calendar, Paddington's home-made Christmas card to Aunt Lucy, a bear-shaped Christmas tree decoration . . . and more!Paddington is looking forward to Christmas, and from making cards to writing to Santa there is certainly a lot to keep him busy!Stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children all over the world for more than sixty-five years.Trade ReviewPraise for the Paddington series: 'I've always had great respect for Paddington… He is a British institution.' Stephen Fry 'Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children's literature.' The Teacher 'Michael Bond's accident-prone bear…has become one of the most enduring of children's characters.' The Bookseller
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Prestel All Around Bustletown: Nighttime
Book SynopsisNo matter what time of year, the inhabitants of Bustletown are busy working, walking, playing, eating, making music, exercising, and shopping. Now, even though it’s nighttime, the fun hasn’t stopped. Just as Berner’s previous explorations of the town have brilliantly evoked the sights and colors of the seasons, here she bathes the town in shimmering darkness that throws evening activities into fascinating relief. Seven colorful and incredibly detailed spreads take readers inside a multigenerational house, a farm, a railway station, a community center, a marketplace, a department store, and a park with a lake. Readers will return again and again to these pages to discover everything that takes place in Bustletown during the late hours: a burglar tries to break into the dental office, the bookshop features “books for a good night,” fireworks explode above the lake, and a slumber party is raging in the library. And as they search on each page for their favorite returning characters, they’ll create their own stories about all the things you can do after the sun sets.
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Scholastic Cat on the Run Cat of Death Cat on the Run
Book SynopsisWhat happens when the world's #1 Cat Video Star gets accused of a crime she didn't commit? She becomes a cat on the run, that's what. From the New York Times bestselling author of THE BAD GUYS comes another hilarious illustrated series starring a pampered cat who is way tougher than anyone realizes.
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HarperCollins Publishers The Best of Dr. Seuss
Book SynopsisTo accompany the release of the live action movie of The Cat in the Hat, starring Mike Myers, HarperCollins are proud to present this bumper bind-up of three of Dr. Seuss's most popular books: The Cat in the Hat', The Cat in the Hat Comes Back' and Dr. Seuss's ABC'.The Cat in the Hat'When the Cat in the Hat steps in on the mat, Sally and her brother are in for a roller-coaster ride of havoc and mayhem! The cat can rescue them from a dull rainy day, but it'll mean lots of spills along the way.The Cat in the Hat Comes Back'When the Cat in the Hat once more steps into the lives of Sally and her brother, he's soon up to his old tricks. He turns the house upside down, and the snow pink, ably assisted by a team of tiny helpers that he keeps in his hat!Dr. Seuss's ABC'Big B, little b, what begins with B?Baby, barber, bubbles and a bumblebee!Children can have lots of fun learning about big and little letters.
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Stuck
Book SynopsisDelightful chaos ensues when a young boy gets his kite stuck up a tree in this laugh-out-loud new picture book from award-winning, internationally best-selling author-illustrator Oliver Jeffers!Floyd gets his kite stuck up a tree. He throws up his shoe to shift it, but that gets stuck too. So he throws up his other shoe and that gets stuck, along with a ladder, a pot of paint, the kitchen sink, an orang-utan and a whale, amongst other things!Will Floyd ever get his kite back?A hilarious book with a wonderful surprise ending.Trade Review"Stuck is perhaps the most impressive picture book published this year… Brilliantly silly." Daily Telegraph Praise for The Incredible Book Eating Boy: ‘Mouth-wateringly irresistible’ The Guardian ‘This is a book that children will devour’ The Observer Praise for Lost and Found: ‘A heart-warming story’ The Guardian Praise for How to Catch a Star: ‘The best recent picture book by light years, is stylishly spellbinding.’ Telegraph ‘Hail to new talent… If only all picture books could be this good.’ The Bookseller Praise for The Heart and the Bottle: ‘Profoundly moving’ The Irish Times
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Paddington and the Christmas Surprise
Book SynopsisA funny, festive picture book about Paddington, the beloved, classic bear from darkest Peru. When the Browns take Paddington to the Christmas grotto at the local department store, their journey through the Winter Wonderland is full of unexpected surprises. But the best surprise is a present from Santa. After all, who else would find the perfect present for a bear like Paddington? Join Paddington on his festive adventure as he discovers why Santa Claus makes everyone's Christmas so special.Trade ReviewPraise for the Paddington series: ‘I’ve always had great respect for Paddington… He is a British institution.’ Stephen Fry ‘Paddington has joined Pooh as one of the great bears of English children’s literature.’ The Teacher ‘Michael Bond’s accident-prone bear…has become one of the most enduring of children’s characters.’ The Bookseller
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Dinosaur Dreams Funnybones
Book SynopsisI knew dinosaurs could run, he says (in his dream). I never knew they had roller skates!The Big Skeleton, The Little skeleton and The Dog Skeleton are fast asleep, dreaming about dinosaurs. But what started as a lovely dream suddenly gets a bit scary when the dinosaurs start chasing the skeletons - and these dinosaurs have roller skates!Join everyone''s favourite skeletons for another adventure in this classic story.Can''t get enough of the Funnybones skeletons? Discover:Funnybones: The Pet ShopThe Funnybones CollectionFunnybones: Dinosaur Dream
£7.59
