Picture storybooks: imagination and play

Book SynopsisIt''s the all-in-one, comprehensive guide to Pokémon! With over 560 color pages and info on over 875 Pokémon, the Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook is a must-have for Trainers of all ages.If you want to catch ''em all, you gotta read about ''em all! This mega-bestselling book has all the stats and facts kids need to know. Essential information on over 875 characters is jam-packed into 560 illustrated, full-color pages.The handbook includes: Stats and facts on Pokémon from Abomasnow to Zygarde Insider info about moves, types, Mega Evolution, Legendary and Mythical Pokémon, and Ultra Beasts The scoop on Galarian forms including Gigantamax It''s your comprehensive guide to the world of Pokémon!

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Book SynopsisThe seventh delightful rhyming tale about courage, compassion and a stylish little mouse, from beloved children’s author Megan Hess.​​ Ciao! Claris the mouse and her best friend Monsieur are in Italy! ​But after a pasta disaster at their favourite bistro, Claris meets a seamstress who needs her help. Can she make the perfect dress in time for the Venice Film Festival and find Monsieur again? The best-selling Claris series follows an adorable mouse who moves to Paris to follow her fashion dreams, for fans of Eloise and Olivia. Destined to delight fashion-obsessed readers of all ages! A half a million Claris books in print!

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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 SynopsisCrash and LEARN with this LEGO version of a block car race!Build and rebuild 8+ race cars, then race them along the track, asyou find out about Newton's laws, aerodynamics and crash-test safety. Creative prompts encourage tons of personalization. Includes:Chipboard racetrack with levers129 LEGO brickspapercraft extras.

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Book SynopsisWhen Pip comes to Posy's house wearing a scary monster mask, he gives Posy a bit of a fright! Oh, dear! But when she works out it's only Pip, she feels much better, and they share the biscuits she's made. Hooray!

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Book SynopsisBush Baby is in a fix. She didn’t need a wee before she left home – now she needs one right away! Uh-oh! But what will she do if there’s just nowhere to go? A pant-wettingly funny tale of determination and self-awareness – packed with toilet humour! A funny tale of determination – packed with toilet humour! Perfect for teaching children the importance of that last-chance bathroom trip!

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Book SynopsisFrom the inimitable O'Hara sisters, Once Upon a Fairytale is a story where the reader gets to decide on the adventure – the possibilities are endless.Did you ever wish to feast with fairies, live in a tree, or ride a unicorn across the sun-lit sky? Here, in this magical world, you can. You can choose to be a clever princess, or a curious gingerbread man, or perhaps a gentle knight. Maybe you'll live in a tree, or a tower on a hill. You can eat fresh-buttered sunbeams with fairies, or newt pie and pigtail pudding with ogres. Everywhere you look, you will find a new adventure. Just pick the one you like best.A captivating book where the child chooses the story they want to tell – empowering children to become storytellers and weave their very own fairytale.

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Book SynopsisDisney fans of all ages will enjoy this peek into the minds of the villains from their favourite films - featuring a unique insight from their evil perspectives through individual profiles and detailed illustrations.

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Book SynopsisIt's time to visit Monster again, but he still insists that you shouldn't open this book, and you definitely shouldn't turn the page! But what will happen if you do?Young readers will love doing everything they are told not to and turning the pages to discover Monster's hilarious secret at the end of this funny picture book.Written by the Australian radio DJ and comedian, Andy Lee, this is a funny story for kids, big and small... do you dare open this book!?Trade ReviewA naughty monster is turning over a new leaf in the second brilliant comedy caper from Australian radio DJ and comedian Andy Lee. Following on from his much-loved picture book Do Not Open This Book, Lee and his illustrator team-mate Heath McKenzie have a ball in this hilarious romp which gives the term 'page-turning' a whole new twist. It's time to visit Monster again, but he still insists that you shouldn't open this book, and you definitely shouldn't turn the page! But what will happen if you do? Young readers will love doing everything they are told not to and turning the pages to discover Monster's hilarious naked truth at the end of a madcap story. Words and illustrations combine in perfect comedy chaos and kids will be giggling out loud when they discover the very 'cheeky' ending! * Northern Regional Newspapers *

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Book SynopsisKevin the cucumber is so cool - everybody knows it!Whenever anyone gets hot and bothered, Kevin is always there to coolthem down. He even has his own super cool cucumber song. But when Kevin starts to feel like his friends are leaving him out,something happens that has never happened before: Kevin. Loses. His. Cool!

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Book SynopsisJumanji is the picture book that inspired a movie franchise, by the creator of bestselling The Polar Express: Caldecott Medal winning Chris Van Allsburg. When Peter and Judy start to play a mysterious board game, they have no idea they're about to be sucked into a whole new world of adventure and danger, of hungry lions and devastating jungle storms... but the game cannot finish until one of the players reaches The Golden City. Discover the original picture book that inspired Jumanji (1995), the family classic movie starring Robin Williams and Kirsten Dunst, Zathura: A Space Adventure (2005), and later Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017), and Jumanji: the Next Level (2019) starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black and Karen Gillan.Trade Review"Jumanji is recognised as a picture book classic, deserving of a place on every child’s bookshelf" -- Andrea Reece * Lovereading4Kids, Book of the Month November 2017 *

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Book SynopsisIncy Wincy Spider is a timeless classic rhyme that always sells, and in this title children can sing along to the tune as they read - a perfect combo

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Book SynopsisNew York will come alive with this beautiful and colourful pop-up book from Lonely Planet Kids. With a set of six stunning pop-ups and gorgeous illustrations, this book is the perfect introduction to the magic of New York for any age. This stylish look at the city's iconic landmarks will kickstart the travel bug in young explorers! Pop-up New York includes pop-ups of the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Brooklyn Bridge, an iconic yellow cab and a hot dog cart! Also available: Pop-up London, Pop-up Paris About Lonely Planet Kids : From the world's leading travel publisher comes Lonely Planet Kids, a children's imprint that brings the world to life for young explorers everywhere. With a range of beautiful books for children aged 5-12, we're kickstarting the travel bug and showing kids just how amazing our planet can be. From bright and bold sticker activity books, to beautiful gift titles bursting at the seams with amazing facts, we aim to inspire and delight curious kids, showing them the rich diversity of people, places and cultures that surrounds us. We pledge to share our enthusiasm and love of the world, our sense of humour and continual fascination for what it is that makes the world we live in the diverse and magnificent place it is. It's going to be a big adventure - come explore! Trade Review"The cityscape really comes out with the Pop-Up New York book from Lonely Planet. There is so much magic in New York and this book really helps to portray that magic." * Go Adventure Mom *"These books are ideal for children with a thirst for knowledge" * First Two Then Blue *"Each book has lovely illustrations, fun facts and six vibrant pop ups. Perfect for introducing these cities to children of any age." * Sticky Mud and Belly laughs *"A lot of fun and will delight very young children" * Good Reading *

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Book SynopsisFrom bestselling creators Jane Godwin and Terry Denton, Can You Teach a Fish to Climb a Tree? is a quirky and inspiring book about celebrating who YOU are and the power and peace to be found in not trying to be anyone else.‘Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid. – Albert Einstein (maybe) So … can a fish climb a tree? Can a horse drive a car? Can a baby bake a cake? And if they can’t, what wonderful things can they do? Can You Teach a Fish to Climb a Tree? is a celebration of uniqueness and individuality, based on the well-known Einstein quote.

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Book SynopsisAs featured on CBeebies Bedtime Stories and read by Steve Carell, The Eyebrows of Doom is an outrageously funny and bonkers adventure story written by the rhyming genius, Steve Smallman (Monkey With a Bright Blue Bottom, Bear's Big Bottom, Cock-a-Doodle-Poo) with bright, bold and brilliant artwork by award-winning illustrator, Miguel Ordóñez (This is Baby, Everything is Mama, Your Baby's First Word Will Be Dada). In some woods in a cave, a big bear called Dave Was sweeping his floor with a broom, When two clumps of hair leapt into the air and cried . . . "WE ARE THE EYEBROWS OF DOOM!" The Eyebrows of Doom are trying to take over the world! Join Dave and his friends as they try to stop them leaping from one unsuspecting animal to the next. And just when it looks as though the eyebrows' antics have been thwarted . . . all is not as it seems! This hilarious rhyming romp will have readers young and old laughing out loud and is perfect for fans of Steve Smallman's Poo in the Zoo series, Nibbles The Book Monster, You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus and Oi Frog!

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Book SynopsisThe Wheels on the Bus is perfect for singalong fun, with a sound button to play the classic song

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Book SynopsisPush, pull and slide the tabs to be a part of the Busy Fire Station! Join in with the firefighters as they slide down the pole, drive the fire engine and put out a fire while everyone cheers.Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with lots to spot, a gentle rhyme and wonderful illustrations by Jo Byatt. Busy Fire Station has been endorsed and recommended by Dr Amanda Gummer's Good Toy Guide.Discover more of the Busy Book series: Busy Bikes, Busy Airport and Busy Trains.

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous new collection of four Bing picture book stories that introduce toddlers to the changing seasons of the year. Children will love reading Bing's adventures with his friends and learning about the different seasons.It features the following stories: Bing's Yellow Wellies for spring, Bing's Ice Lollies for summer, Bing's Acorn Hunt for autumn and Dragon Breath for winter. With a Bing picture book story set in each season, this fantastic hardback collection will be one to treasure throughout the year.

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Book SynopsisA playfully deceptive, joyously interactive board book from the award-winning author and illustrator Jean Jullien - following in the footsteps of his global bestseller and much loved This Is Not A Book Is this a suitcase? A bed? An elephant? Each spread in this engaging board book is actually something else entirely, sparking imaginations and encouraging the storytellers in readers of all ages. Turn the page and find a foldable shirt. Then turn the book to discover a flip phone that you can open, close, and 'dial' to call your friends and family! This cleverly conceived board book with fold-out pages prompts children to think creatively about - and play creatively with - other objects in their daily lives. Ages 2-4Trade Review"Playful illustrations challenge young readers to think outside the box... Delightful, witty, and imaginative." - Kirkus, STARRED Review "An engaging board book." - My Baba "This book that is in fact not a book will provide you with hours of fascinating conversations with your little ones and some bigger ones too." - Armadillo Magazine "As cheeky and charming as before." - Creative Boom "A playfully deceptive board book designed to challenge young readers to think creatively about objects in their daily lives." - FAD Magazine

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Book SynopsisNeil Gaiman sets the stage for Hurst's imagination-sparking collection of illustrations with his introduction, which describes an old man single-mindedly drawing the fragments of earthly wisdom gleaned during his life--the implication being that those drawings comprise the book the reader holds. Fifty-two double-page, dream-touched scenes fill the book with a beguiling mix of whimsy, surreal elements, fantastical touches, and realistic details, all finely rendered in black pen with crosshatching and strategic splashes of watercolor. Each spread stands on its own, holding a hundred stories and possibilities in its wordless details. A pair of koalas float through the air in a large leaf; luminous jellyfish drift near a hot-air balloon in outer space; a giant tabby obstructs a city street as it naps. With every page turn, the reader can become the storyteller and invent a tale for each image or simply soak up the illustration's wondrous details. This gives the book larger-than-usual reach, from prereaders admiring the artwork to elementary students using the illustrations as writing prompts. Imagination-stoking sentiments are interspersed to encourage youngsters in their storytelling pursuits.

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Book SynopsisThe hilarious crayons from the #1 New York Times bestseller The Day the Crayons Quit are ready to go back to school!Trade ReviewPraise for The Day the Crayons Quit: “Hilarious picture book brilliance…” Books for Keeps “It’s funny, clever and pushes kids’ creativity.” The Telegraph “…stunning illustrations” Julia Eccleshare, The Guardian Praise for This Moose Belongs to Me:‘As ever, Jeffers’s illustrations delight, inspire and surprise with their variety and ingenuity.’ The Guardian

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Book SynopsisA picture book from award-winning illustrator Shaun Tan, Tales from Outer Suburbia is a unique collection of original stories and illustrations. Shaun Tan, creator of The Arrival, The Lost Thing and The Red Tree, reveals the quiet mysteries of everyday life: homemade pets, dangerous weddings, and secret rooms filled with darkness and delight!Trade ReviewThe term 'suburbia' may conjure visions of vast and generic sameness, but in his hypnotic collection of 15 short stories and meditations, Tan does for the sprawling landscape what he did for the metropolis in The Arrival. Here the emotional can be manifest physically ... and the familiar is twisted unsettlingly. Ideas and imagery both beautiful and disturbing will linger. * Publishers Weekly *'Tales of Outer Suburbia' transforms the realms of the everyday into the extraordinary. At points abstract and sometimes surreal, the short stories and fine art evoke childhood environs that are familiar but where emotion and experience is distorted. Reassessing the parameters of childhood and of the worlds children inhabit, this is a book that will be read and returned to time and again. -- Jake Hope * The Bookseller *This beautifully illustrated book takes a quirky look at some of the mysteries of urban life. Once you start reading it's very hard to stop reading more of these short stories filled with darkness and delight. -- Julia Eccleshare * Lovereading4Kids *Yet another masterpiece from the creator of the extraordinary The Arrival. You only have to peruse the cover to know that you are going to be in for a strange and wonderful trip through the more esoteric parts of this most accomplished of author/artist's imagination. Readers will find out why dogs bark in the middle of the night, and uncover the other mysteries of everyday life. * The Children’s Bookseller *This collection of stories is a work of art. The illustrations include etchings, woodcuts, collages, pastels, lithographs and paint, and are variously indebted to, among others, comic strips, Edward Hopper and Samuel Palmer. The images draw the viewer through street scenes and strange landscapes. Some of the stories are told partly or entirely in pictures, expressing ideas that make words seem inadequate. Meanwhile, the text relates surreal, lyrical, witty tales of exceptional events set in ordinary life: an attic leads to a mysterious garden in the middle of a house; two squabbling brothers go exploring to prove or disprove a bet that the world ends where the street map does - only to reach a final chasm that they can hang their legs over; and in one satirical gem, every household has its own intercontinental ballistic missile in the back yard. -- Nicolette Jones * Sunday Times *This is a stunningly illustrated collection of quirky short stories from an award winning author. Featuring homemade pets, dangerous weddings and secret rooms filled with darkness and delight. Tales from Outer Suburbia is a truly beautiful book. * Mums and Dads magazine *Although a relative newcomer to picturebook creation, Shaun Tan has established himself as a leading practitioner. In Tales from Outer Suburbia he again offers something different from his earlier work, although not unexpectedly perhaps, given the directions we have seen him taking. .... Each of the stories brings something of a narrative jolt for the reader and each page turn carries a visual surprise - think Raymond Carver meets Roald Dahl's Tales of the Unexpected undercut with a bit of The Far Side. The book itself is a superb artefact: the cover nudges at a sense that all is not predictable within, the endpapers are full of drawings from Tan's sketch book, the contents are displayed in the form of postage stamps. Every home, in suburbia and elsewhere, should have one of these. * Inis – The Children’s Books Ireland Magazine *This may be the most beautiful book you'll see all year. It's an illustrated collection of stories set in the Australian suburbs, about how the fantastic keeps erupting into the most mundane daily lives. Once you've read it, you may find yourself feeling as though an exchange student from another planet has dropped by and left a glowing matchbox garden in your kitchen cupboard. * The Guardian *"This is a book to treasure, with more to discover on each re-reading". * Book Trust *"Dip into this anywhere and you will come up with a gem. This is a truly unique book". * 2010 UKLA Children’s Book Awards – Special commendation *"The images and stories in Shaun Tan's Tales from Outer Suburbia have stayed in my mind all year. These surreal, witty tales (accompanied by astonishingly skilled illustrations) imagine intercontinental missiles in back yards, and a garden reached through an attic." * Sunday Times Children’s Books *"...Is an uncategorisable one-off by the unique and weirdly talented Australian Illustrator Shaun Tan. He has always had an eye for the misplaced, bizarre side of life...And in this strange, marvellous bewildering book, he recovers surreal memories of childhood..." -- Kate Kellaway * The Observer *Shaun Tan's new work of fourteen generously illustrated short stories is elegant and accomplished with delight in the detail. It's designed to engage, entertain, intrigue, mystify his reader-viewers, and get them thinking creatively. He leaves space for them in which to ponder on the satire, irony, fantasy, humour to appreciate the moral tale, and tolerate the open ending. There is dark account about government imposed social repression and a delightfully subversive role too, which is a triumph of the imagination over beaurocracy. In illustrative terms there are many styles to wonder at: fine line drawing with tonal modelling, the painterly dip and glide of the loaded brush, tactile expressionist mark-making, scraper board excavations as well as collage assemblages, newsprint, trompe l'oeil foolery. Gentle frescoing, and idiosyncratic cartooning. Colour ranges form monochrome to rainbow, muted to vibrant. As for the themes, Tan is encouraging his audience to see the familiar through fresh eyes, take a delight in everyday objects, wonder at the restorative power of love, discover about life for oneself, accept a challenge, and exercise the gift of imagination. Just looking at the endpapers should get children reaching for their storytelling materials. -- Jane Doonan * The SL *"renowned for his illustrations, Tan experiments creatively with the presentation of his stories by making interesting use of multimodality. This unique collection of tales will certainly invite children back to enjoy reading them time and again." -- Kerenza Ghosh * The Reading Zone website *"... an exceptionally powerful collection of short stories with astonishing illustrations for older readers. Mysterious and sophisticated, Tan delves deep into the psyche of suburbia for his unforgettably beautiful tales." * The Telegraph *"stunningly original" ... most illustrations in books are reactions to the text, but here the picture inspire the stories. They are all strange and beautiful." -- Anthony Browne * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling and heart-warming picture book that shows us ways to be affectionate while social distancing, from the team behind The Hug.Hedgehog and Tortoise were the best of friends. They wanted to give each other a great, big hug. But they weren''t allowed to touch. Don''t worry, said Owl. There are lots of ways to show someone you love them. So the two friends wave to each other, blow kisses, sing songs, dance around and write letters. And even though they can''t hug and they can''t touch, they both know that they are loved. A gorgeous, uplifting, inspiring picture book that makes social distancing fun!

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Book SynopsisWanting to prove to his brothers and sister that magic really exists, Leon volunteers to be in Abdul Kazam's magic show and gets transported to a mysterious world. Filled with rabbits, doves, playing cards and magician's assistants - among other things - if a magician can make it disappear, it will end up in the Place Between! When Leon returns, not only do his brothers and sister believe, but we do too. With diecut holes into and out of the Place Between, the reader takes a journey right through the pages of the book, into the mysterious world of Grahame Baker-Smith's breath-taking illustrations.

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Book SynopsisJoin Old MacDonald in this fun singalong book, with a sound button to press and bright artwork

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Book Synopsis Imagine if you could have an adventure as a pirate.  What if you could have MILLIONS of them?   With this story-building book, readers aged 5+ can create their own pirate-inspired adventures, over and over again. Just read the question and choose from the vibrant pictures on the page to build the story.   The book is packed full of fun, silly and exciting things for the reader to choose from, including:   Visiting a pirate milkshake bar Wearing a sparkly eye patch and a beard Packing a treasure map Voyaging on a ghost ship Sailing past an island made of chocolate Facing a tentacled sea monster   Once they’ve finished, the reader can turn back to the start and make different choices to build a completely new tale. There are millions of possible combinations and endless stories to be told! And can you find

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Book SynopsisA fantastically funny book about loving what makes you YOU!When Banana is thrown into the 'reject' binwith the other mis-shapen fruit and veg,he decides that enough is enough -he may be a little bit bruisedbut that doesn't mean he's any less brilliant!So be proud of your bumps!Because going bad can sometimes be very, very good.

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Book SynopsisA stunning book about colours full of gorgeous, breathtaking landscapes, with amazing flaps to lift and holes to peep through. From Julia Donaldson, bestselling author of The Gruffalo, and Sharon King-Chai, who together created the award-winning Animalphabet and Counting Creatures.Follow a little girl as she paints her own adventure with her bright blue tree frog companion. With luscious green trees to climb and red hot air balloons to sail away in, children will delight in the rhyming text and vibrant artwork while learning about different colours. A truly beautiful gift, Colours, Colours Everywhere is an absolute must for the family bookshelf.Trade ReviewIn Colours, Colours Everywhere Julia Donaldson and Sharon King-Chai add even more magic to a world of nature and colour which is both a compulsive page turner and a beautifully designed book. -- John Newman * Books for Keeps *Lush illustrations with cut-out details and unfolding flaps take readers on a joyous journey through Donaldson’s rhyming text. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisRead, play, and DANCE on the pages of this interactive and definitely out-of-the box picture book! New from the New York Times bestselling creator, Herve Tullet! Harnessing his love of dance, the passion of his illustrations and the generous trim size of this book, Herve invites you to a very special dance: your hand becoming the dancer and the book the dance floor. Starting with a gentle glide, growing in complexity and animation, finally building to a crescendo of color, action, and movement - here's a book perfect for kids bursting with energy. A celebration not only of releasing emotion but also of carefully controlling motion and dexterity: the perfect book for getting your ya-yas out and a welcome boon for parents, gift-givers, and teachers looking for an ultra-creative way of channeling energy.

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewIntroducing superheroes for the youngest fans—KAPOW! What a hit! * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisJoin the PAW Patrol team for a ROARsome dinosaur rescue!The pups are preparing for Tyrese the T-Rex's first birthday, but a popping balloon scares him away!It's up to Chase, Rex and the PAW Patrol team to track down Tyrese and rescue him from the depths of the jungle. Can they safely bring him back for his birthday celebration?The PAW Patrol are on a Dino Roll!

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Book SynopsisAll four Pokémon Super Special Flip Books in one boxed set!These special editions are each two books in one! Join Ash, Pikachu, and friends on action-packed adventures across all eight known regions of the Pokémon world. The beloved Trainer and his team take on foes new and old with some amazing Pokémon by their sides. Each book includes a pullout, double-sided locker poster four posters in all!This box set includes:Pokémon Super Special Chapter Book #1: Galar/AlolaPokémon Super Special Chapter Book #2: Kalos/UnovaPokémon Super Special Chapter Book #3: Sinnoh/HoennPokémon Super Special Chapter Book #4: Johto/Kanto

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Living Now Awards 2013, International Latino Book Awards 2013 and Moonbeam Children Books Awards 2013. There is a door in every one of us that leads to our imagination, a world where anything is possible. Dou you dare to embark on the most wonderful journey to our inner-self?One day when I was reading my story, I breathed in one of the words and something magical happened… I entered my imagination!We have always been told about the power of imagination, but what is imagination? How does it work? There is a magical place where you can always be yourself. In there you can turn on your light and illuminate your life with it. That place is your imagination. Your imagination has a life and a voice of its own. It is like a voice that speaks inside of you and paints everything around you with vivid colors.Within your imagination you are the king or queen of your creation. Open the door and discover how that place where we can always be ourselves is like and how does it work. And within your imagination ... what is there?Ganador de los premios literarios Living Now Awards 2013, International Latino Book Awards 2013 y Moonbeam Children Books Awards 2013. Todos tenemos una puerta con la que podemos acceder a nuestra imaginación… ¿Te atreves a participar en el más maravilloso viaje a tu interior?Un día, leyendo mi cuento respiré una de esas palabras, y sucedió algo mágico… ¡Entré en mi imaginación!Siempre nos han hablado del poder de la imaginación, pero ¿qué es la imaginación? ¿Cómo funciona?Hay un lugar mágico donde siempre puedes ser tú mismo. En ese mágico lugar puedes encender tu luz y con ella iluminar tu vida. Ese lugar es tu imaginación. Tu imaginación tiene vida y voz propia. Es como una voz que habla en tu interior y va pintando de colores todo a tu alrededor. Dentro de tu imaginación tú eres el rey o la reina de tu creación. Abre la puerta y juega a descubrir cómo funciona por dentro ese lugar donde siempre podemos ser nosotros mismos. Y dentro de tu imaginación… ¿qué hay?Trade Review"A children's book that recognizes the imagination as a place for practice.” —www.spiritualityandpractice.com

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Book SynopsisTidying superstar Marie Kondo brings her unique magic to Kiki and Jax, a charming picture book story about how tidying up can spark joy in the lives of young children.Kiki and Jax are best friends – Jax enjoys sorting but Kiki enjoys collecting and gathers a lot of stuff. Soon her home is full of things all over the place. Where is Kiki's ball? What did she do with her swimsuit? Her home has become an obstacle course and it's hard for Kiki and Jax to play together. But Jax has a plan – he teaches Kiki how to sort everything and to keep only those things that spark joy. Once she and Jax have tidied up, Kiki has room in her life for those things that matter the most – especially Jax!An accessible introduction to Marie Kondo - complete with a special step-by-step folding activity - this charming story will make tidying fun for even the youngest of children! Trade ReviewA charming and sweetly illustrated book. * Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisCreated by the prolific and visionary Remy Charlip, this singular picture book begins with an empty scene, asking "Where is everybody?" Gradually, Charlip introduces landscape and characters from the ground up, showing young readers that to tell a story is to build a world.Artist, writer, illustrator, director, choreographer and teacher Remy Charlip was the creator of more than 40 children’s books, including the beloved Dress Up and Let’s Have a Party and Fortunately!. Where Is Everybody? continues Charlip’s distinctive tradition of deceptively simple illustrations (the first page is blank, bearing only the words ‘Here is an empty sky’), slowly building a scene piece by piece, and eventually, a surreal narrative sure to delight readers and expand children’s ideas of what a picture book can be.Trade Review“Here is someone who transforms, embroiders, and enchants ordinary experiences into magical excursions, encouraging children to imagine and improvise for themselves.” –– Edith Cohen, volunteer, Library of Congress Children's Literature Center“This book, first published in 1957, is one that young children will love. It begins with an empty page. A small, simple drawing of a bird follows, ‘A bird flies up into the sky.’ The following 2-page spread has a bright yellow sun shining in the sky while the opposite page shows the bird flying. The illustrations are ones like young children themselves would draw: A waving line travels across two pages, the yellow sun in the top left-hand corner, the bird still flying but now there are hills. A river is added at the bottom of the next two pages – with a fish swimming at the bottom of the right-hand page. And so it goes, or rather grows, with the addition of a tree, then a forest, a road, a deer, a house, a man coming from the house to feed the deer, a boy who pets the deer. When the rain begins to fall, the pages turn gray and grayer, shrouding over all that has previously been seen until all that remains is the rain. This book is perfect for any young child, age 2-6. I think they would request it multiple times in one sitting. Perfect for storytimes as well or lap-sits.” —Youth Services Book Review

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Book SynopsisIf You're Happy and You Know It has a fun sound button to press and bright artwork so you can sing along to the classic song!

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