Picture storybooks: imagination and play

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  • There's a Tiger in the Garden

    Quarto Publishing PLC There's a Tiger in the Garden

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisAs read by Tom Hardy on CBeebies! Winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2017, Illustrated Books Category. When Grandma says she’s seen a tiger in the garden, Nora doesn’t believe her. She’s too old to play Grandma’s silly games! Everyone knows that tigers live in jungles, not gardens. So even when Nora sees butterflies with wings as big as her arm, and plants that try and eat her toy giraffe, and a polar bear that likes fishing, she knows there’s absolutely, DEFINITELY no way there could be a tiger in the garden . . . Could there?‘A journey of discovery’ – The Guardian ‘A stunning testament to the power of imagination’ – MetroTrade Review'A fantastic celebration of imagination which invites the reader, or child being read to, to ponder, 'Are you real? Am I real? Does it matter?"'--The Evening Standard * The Evening Standard *

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Biscuit Bear

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Biscuit Bear

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhen Horace bakes a biscuit in the shape of a bear, little does he know that his edible treat is going to turn into Biscuit Bear! For in the middle of the night, when all is quiet, that is exactly what happens, and Biscuit Bear decides that it is time he made some friends of his own. So, with flour, sugar and butter he does just that. In fact, he makes a whole circus of friends and the fun begins . . .Trade ReviewIn this charming tale told from the biscuit's point of view, Mini Grey creates a hugely satisfying night-world where fear can be seen off and a biscuit can change its chances in life * Guardian *Enjoyable as much for the witty innocence of the pictures as the barking-mad originality of the prose * Independent *Mini Grey, one of the brightest stars on the picture-book scene, seems to be incapable of producing a dull word or picture . . . Grey's text is beautifully matched by her clever visual jokes and inventive changes of perspective * Financial Times *Visually scrumptious, a flavoursome mix of wit and skill * The Sunday Times *A star turn * Observer *

    3 in stock

    £7.59

  • Bigger Bigger

    Candlewick Press,U.S. Bigger Bigger

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £12.99

  • The Velveteen Rabbit Illustrated Gift Edition

    Nosy Crow Ltd The Velveteen Rabbit Illustrated Gift Edition

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhen the Velveteen Rabbit first arrives in the nursery, he's snubbed by the other toys. But the Rabbit soon makes friends with the Skin Horse who explains how toys can become 'real',if only they are loved enough. But when Boy is ill with Scarlet Fever, and Rabbit is thrownaway, Rabbit finally discovers what it truly means to be real.

    4 in stock

    £13.49

  • Silly Kitty and the Rainy Day

    Crabtree Publishing Co,US Silly Kitty and the Rainy Day

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Silly Kitty and the Windy Day

    Crabtree Publishing Co,US Silly Kitty and the Windy Day

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

    Bonnier Books Ltd Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisTwinkle, Twinkle, Little Star is a nursery rhyme enjoyed by children all over the world, and this great title features a big sound module that plays the rhyme so that readers can sing along

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Good Night, Ivy Bright

    Ford Street Publishing Pty Ltd Good Night, Ivy Bright

    5 in stock

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    5 in stock

    £12.59

  • Five Little Chicks: Lift the flaps to find the

    Templar Publishing Five Little Chicks: Lift the flaps to find the

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisFive little chicks went out one day Over the hills and far away. Mamma Hen said, "Hurry back to me!" Now how many chicks can you see? Join this fluffy little family on a beautiful walk through the countryside. There's so much to see as Mamma Hen and her brood wind through a flowery meadow, a bluebell wood, a field full of lambs and a busy farmyard. Along the way, they meet all kinds of baby animals and their parents. But wait - the chicks are disappearing one by one... Whatever are they up to? Lift the flaps to find the chicks and discover a fantastic surprise ending. Based on the nursery rhyme 'Five Little Ducks', this lift-the-flap picture book is perfect for sharing at Easter or Mother's Day.

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Rosa Rides her Scooter

    Child's Play International Ltd Rosa Rides her Scooter

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisLet’s find out which toys Rosa and her friends are playing with today! An important series that celebrates inclusivity, promotes gender equality and embraces the uniqueness of every child.

    1 in stock

    £6.93

  • Trains Trains Trains!: Find Your Favourite

    Pan Macmillan Trains Trains Trains!: Find Your Favourite

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisBig trains, small trains, short trains, long trains . . . which do you like best? Follow fifty colourful trains as they whizz along tracks and through tunnels – up, down, around and back again! Can you find your favourite?Full of spotting and counting fun, with five trains to find on each page and an exciting fold-out race at the end, this rhyming preschool picture book from Donna David and Nina Pirhonen has been specially developed to encourage pre-reading skills and expand language and vocabulary.With a super-shiny foil cover and fun read-aloud text, Trains Trains Trains! is just the ticket for any transport-obsessed toddler!Trade Review"...bright, joyful and informative picture book...the perfect ticket to ride for your toddlers -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Post *So much fun in one book!...there are so many opportunities for developing language, as well as, learning new vocabulary. Wonderful, vibrant illustrations that make this book even more fun! The beautiful blue shiny cover is just - wow! -- Bryony Dorrans - Teacher * Miss Dorrans Year One *There is so much to take in and look at throughout this book that it is definitely one to be shared over and over again. -- Kate Poels * Teacher Influencer *"Bold and bright with bouncy rhyming text...a picture book children will want to read again and again, providing hours of entertainment, laughter and train-inspired role play. We hope to see more in this series!" -- Rachael Davis * Picture Book Perfect *The pictures are colourful and bold and the rhyming words are delightful to say aloud -- Marianne Levy * The I *It’s bold, it’s bright, it’s colourful; there is a catchy, rhyming text that you can practically here chuffing along as you read: what’s not to love?! The illustrations are brilliant, with the most adorable little animals driving and riding on the different trains. I also found the reading hints and tips at the back of the book a really useful starting point for further discussion about the book with my children. -- Fiona Eaton * Mini Travellers *

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Disney Junior Fancy Nancy Shoe La La

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Disney Junior Fancy Nancy Shoe La La

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    £7.22

  • Hey Grandude

    Random House USA Inc Hey Grandude

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review“Hanging out with grandad turns out to be anything but boring…. Readers will roll up for repeats, and not just because of the name on the cover. —Kirkus “This picture book debut from the musical icon hits all the right notes in the tale of a cool grandfather, his magical compass, and his grandchildren." —Publishers Weekly"McCartney does a fine job of upping the ante at each stop... the diverse group of chillers dash, crash, scurry, worry, and laugh about the magical events. In the end, it's golden slumbers, but the promise of future adventures is in the air.” — Booklist

    10 in stock

    £15.29

  • Books Make Good Pets

    Hachette Children's Group Books Make Good Pets

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisBooks make good pets and don''t need going to the vet.You don''t have to keep them on a lead or throw them a stick.They''ll wag their words whenever you flick their dog-eared pages.Even howl an ancient tale for the inward-listening ear.Did you know that a book can take you anywhere? You only need to turn the pages of a story, and in a moment, you and your book could be crossing the waves in a pirate ship... or diving with mermaids... or even snoozing with a dragon.Books really DO make good pets! Why don''t you peep inside this one, and take your mind on an adventure?This delightful original picture book poem is the perfect gift for anyone who delights in the magic of a good book. Agard''s evocative, lyrical style is perfectly complemented with illustrations by Momoko Abe, whose colourful visuals add character, transporting the reader into an enchanting world of imagination.

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Gym Battle Guidebook

    Scholastic US Gym Battle Guidebook

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis guidebook has the inside scoop on Gym battles all over the Pokémon world, in every explored region, including Galar!This all-new guide has all the details you need as you battle your way from gym to gym to the glory of a regional Tournament-and even battle against the Elite Four! From battling Brock for the Boulder badge to challenging psychic twins Tate and Liza for the Mind Badge, travel across every known region of the Pokémon world!Packed with information on the Pokémon Gyms and Leagues that Ash visits on his journey-including Gym Badges, Gym Leaders, and their Pokémon-this guide is an absolute must-have for any aspiring Pokémon Master.

    1 in stock

    £6.93

  • The Magical Yet

    Disney Book Publishing Inc. The Magical Yet

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisA rhyming, encouraging picturebook that celebrates the journey of working toward each new milestone, perfect for young children and graduates alike.

    4 in stock

    £13.49

  • Mermaid

    Quarto Publishing PLC Mermaid

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin Luca in this fun interactive picture book with pop-out flaps as he searches for a mermaid at the beach.Luca was so excited to go to the beach! He was bound to find a mermaid...This beautifully illustrated fun interactive book follows Luca around on his day at the beach. He follows a trail of shells and other clues, and on each page readers can spot glimpses of the mermaid hiding behind surfboards, beneath waves and inside sandcastles. Lift the flaps, pull the sliding tabs and open the pop-ups to help Luca find her, as the clever interactive features bring this book to life!Hide and Peek: Mermaid is a playful, interactive board book with a fun peekaboo element which young children will love!

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Bookscape Board Books: We Love Books!

    Chronicle Books Bookscape Board Books: We Love Books!

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisExplore a cozy bookstore, visit a library, and learn all about books in this one-of-a-kind format by celebrated illustrator Ingela P Arrhenius. Each uniquely shaped page overlaps with the next to create a complete landscape when closed—and an immersive world to explore with each turn of the page when open. Simple text and jubilant illustrations introduce babies and toddlers to a word of books and usher in an early appreciation for reading! Delightfully petite, Bookscape Board Books’ chunkiness and unique layers give them a tactile, toylike quality that begs to be picked up—making each book in the series a memorable and irresistible gift.

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Studio Fun International Gigantosaurus Coloring and Activity Book with

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £6.99

  • Soaring Kite Books My Brain Is Magic: A Sensory-Seeking Celebration

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £16.14

  • Trains Trains Trains

    Pan Macmillan Trains Trains Trains

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisBig trains, small trains, short trains, long trains . . . which do you like best? Follow fifty colorful trains as they whizz along tracks and through tunnels up, down, around and back again! Can you find your favorite?Full of spotting and counting fun, with five trains to find on each page and an exciting fold-out race at the end, this rhyming preschool picture book from Donna David and Nina Pirhonen has been specially developed to encourage pre-reading skills and expand language and vocabulary. With action-packed scenes and fun read-aloud text, Trains Trains Trains! is just the ticket for any transport-obsessed toddler!Trade Review". . . bright, joyful and informative picture book...the perfect ticket to ride for your toddlers" -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Post *"So much fun in one book!...there are so many opportunities for developing language, as well as, learning new vocabulary. Wonderful, vibrant illustrations that make this book even more fun!" -- Bryony Dorrans * Teacher, Miss Dorrans Year One *"There is so much to take in and look at throughout this book that it is definitely one to be shared over and over again." -- Kate Poels * Teacher Influencer *"Bold and bright with bouncy rhyming text...a picture book children will want to read again and again, providing hours of entertainment, laughter and train-inspired role play. We hope to see more in this series!" -- Rachael Davis * Picture Book Perfect *

    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • All Aboard The Sesame Street Subway An Abrams

    15 in stock

    £8.99

  • Thomas and Bruno An exciting new adventure for

    HarperCollins Publishers Thomas and Bruno An exciting new adventure for

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin Thomas and friends for a fun-filled journey in this All Engines Go picture book!Join Thomas for a new All Engines Go adventure featuring his new friend Bruno, the first brake car with autism in the Thomas & Friends series. Bruno doesn't think like the other engines, but he is Really Useful on the railway!Diesel is given an urgent job to do, but Bruno, the new brake car, wants him to slow down and be careful. Diesel doesn't see things the way Bruno does, and he races straight into a rockslide. Can the pair work together to get back on track?Look out for other great Thomas & Friends books including:Happy Birthday ThomasThe Mystery of Lookout MountainChasing RainbowsThe 12 Engines of ChristmasMeet Team ThomasThe Biggest Adventure ClubThomas & Friends FeelingsPeep! Peep! Potty StarPotty Star Sticker Activity BookThe Thomas & Friends AnnualThomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved characters such as Paddingto

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • THOMAS  FRIENDS LITTLE LEARNERS POCKET LIBRARY

    HarperCollins Publishers THOMAS FRIENDS LITTLE LEARNERS POCKET LIBRARY

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisThomas can travel with you wherever you go with this mini pocket library containing six little books! The Thomas Little Learners Pocket Library is the perfect way to introduce toddlers to early learning concepts.Young Thomas fans will love learning with Thomas & Friends from the All Engine Go TV show. This little slipcase contains six sturdy board books each based on a different early learning theme:ColoursWordsNumbersEmotionsShapesOppositesWith colourful pictures of Thomas and friends and simple text,young children will enjoy holding the books, turning the pages and pointing to the pictures. The small size of the slipcase and board books means it's perfect for carrying in a bag or buggy, so it can be enjoyed by children wherever they go. The books also make the perfect party bag fillers!There's also a fun extra children can arrange the back covers of the books to put together a big picture of Thomas and his friends.The Thomas and Friends Pocket Library is a great collection for young

    4 in stock

    £6.93

  • Have You Seen My Sock?

    Tourbillon Have You Seen My Sock?

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA colorful and amusing simple whodunit! Engaging, rhyming text tells about socks that have mysteriously disappeared: socks of all colors, shapes, and patterns. Just where could they have gone? Readers will squeal with delight when they find out! Includes double flaps on last spread for a bonus memory game. · Builds children's cognitive abilities and stimuklates creative thinking · Encourages curiosity · Helps develop recognition of different colors, patterns, and shapes · Memory game reaffirms observation skills Have You Seen My Sock? is an irresistible board book that children will want to read again and again! • Fun family read-aloud books • Books for children aged 0 to 3 • Books for toddlers and preschool children

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • If I Was a Horse

    Little, Brown Books for Young Readers If I Was a Horse

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £16.14

  • Alices Wonderland Bakery Cookie the Cookbook

    Disney Book Publishing Inc. Alices Wonderland Bakery Cookie the Cookbook

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhen 8-year-old Alice inherits an enchanted cookbook named Cookie from her great-grandmother, she takes a magical trip to Wonderland and finds herself manning the kitchen of Alice's Wonderland Bakery!This 22-page, beautifully illustrated board book is a replica of the magical cookbook featured in the Disney Junior series Alice's Wonderland Bakery. Fans of the show will love looking through her sturdy pages filled with easy-to-make recipes for breakfast, snacks, drinks, lunch, and sweets. Alice's Wonderland Bakery is a place where sugar and spice make everything nice. With a sprinkle of creativity, a dash of curiosity, and a can-do attitude, Alice, the great-granddaughter of the original Alice in Wonderland, is ready to confront any kitchen challenge, from catering a mad tea party to baking an unbirthday cake for the Queen of Hearts.  Alice and her friends bring everyone in Wonderland together by preparing delicious meals and tasty treats. f you like this book, you may also want to add these other Disney books to your collection: Disney Bunnies: I Love You, My Bunnies Minnie: Minnie's Fixer-Upper Disney Bunnies: Goodnight, Thumper! Minnie Knows Bows World of Reading: Alice's Wonderland Bakery: Meet Alice and Her Friends Alice's Wonderland Bakery: Unforgettable Unbirthday

    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Planes Planes Planes

    Pan Macmillan Planes Planes Planes

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisLong planes, short planes, stuck at the airport planes . . . which do you like best? Follow fifty colorful planes as they race through the air soaring, swooping and loop-the looping! Can you find your favorite?Full of spotting and counting fun, with different planes to follow on each page and an exciting fold-out race at the end, this rhyming preschool book from Donna David and Nina Pirhonen has been specially developed to encourage pre-reading skills and expand language and vocabulary. Full of action-packed scenes and fun read-aloud text, Planes Planes Planes! is perfect for any transport-obsessed toddler!Fans of this book will love the others in the series: Trains Trains Trains!, Cars Cars Cars! and Trucks Trucks Trucks!

    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • Little Ghostie: Finger Puppet Book

    Chronicle Books Little Ghostie: Finger Puppet Book

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisNewborns will love learning about Halloween with Little Ghostie! Count along in this Halloween finger puppet book with a cute little ghost who shares a night of spooky fun with witches, black cats, and pumpkins. Featuring an adorable plush finger puppet that peeks into each lovingly illustrated page, this entry in the bestselling finger puppet series offers parents and children a fun, interactive way to celebrate Halloween as they build a love of books that will last all through the year.

    15 in stock

    £7.06

  • My Busiest Book Ever Scholastic Early Learners

    Cartwheel Books My Busiest Book Ever Scholastic Early Learners

    7 in stock

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    7 in stock

    £11.69

  • Milo's Monster: A Big Bright Feelings Book

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Milo's Monster: A Big Bright Feelings Book

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisMilo and Jay have always been best friends . . . until one day, a green-eyed monster appears! A book about dealing with jealousy, from the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series by Tom Percival Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. Milo loves spending time with his best friend, Jay. But when a new girl called Suzi moves in next door, Milo starts to feel left out. The jealous feeling gets stronger and stronger – until suddenly, a GREEN-EYED MONSTER pops up beside him! Soon, the monster is poisoning Milo's thoughts. It won’t leave him alone! Can Milo find a way to free himself from the monster and repair his friendship? Warm and uplifting, Milo’s Monster is an inspiring story about dealing with feelings of jealousy. It's the ideal starting point for helping children to build strong friendships and say goodbye to jealous feelings. Tom Percival’s Big Bright Feelings series is the perfect springboard for talking about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, building self-confidence and managing feelings. Every child’s bookshelf should contain his books.Trade ReviewBeautiful and uplifting * The Scotsman on MEESHA MAKES FRIENDS *A joyous, original paean to individuality * Guardian on PERFECTLY NORMAN *Perceptive and poignant . . . a must-have for all children's bookshelves * Guardian on RUBY'S WORRY *Truly uplifting . . . inspires children to dare to be different * BookTrust on PERFECTLY NORMAN *Sure to help young readers recognize – and reconcile with – their own green-eyed monsters * Kirkus Reviews *

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • The Bear and Her Book

    UCLan Publishing The Bear and Her Book

    15 in stock

    Book Synopsis“The world is big and there’s much to see, And a bear must go where he wants to be. And a bear as curious as me— longs to gaze at the starlit sea!” A book-loving bear sets off to see the world. She takes one special thing—her Bear’s Big Book of Being Wise. But when she meets different creatures—each needing her help—she discovers that books aren’t just brilliant at fixing problems—they can also help you make new friends. And if you’re lucky, books can take you to a very special place indeed…

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Little Wonder

    Chronicle Books Little Wonder

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisA mama’s wishes for her brave Little Wonder tell a tale as old as time in a whole new world perfect for new graduates, gift-givers, and anyone who wants to share a splash of courage with a loved one. Wake up, Little Wonder! The whole wide world awaits you! A love letter from a mother to her child accompanies him on a journey of unbelievable fantasies. It's a day full of breathtaking adventures, exciting twists and turns, and unexpected friends. With an imagination stronger than the tide and a mama's love deeper than the ocean, Little Wonder can do anything he believes he can. And he will! The positive messaging of this book, its gorgeous marine setting, and the gentle, reassuring narration will resonate with parents, grandparents, and children alike, with the universal appeal of undersea adventures setting all imaginations on fire. Adults will be attracted to the book's encouragement of open-mindedness and determination in the face of uncertainty, and kids will love the lush illustrations and call to fantastical adventures. A BOOK FOR EVERY KIND OF KID: This book will appeal to young readers who love underwater worlds, fantasy and adventure. THE PERFECT GIFT FOR BABY SHOWERS AND GRADUATIONS: Like The Wonderful Things You Will Be but set at sea, this book is the perfect baby shower gift, or preschool or kindergarten graduation present! TIMELY, REASSURING MESSAGE: This sweet story offers an inspiring, reassuring message: we can choose to meet new experiences with flexibility and grit. Young readers will be encouraged to embrace new challenges. A GREAT READ-ALOUD: The positive messages, the gorgeous underwater setting, and the calm, soothing narration will spark imagination and enthrall children at story-time and read-aloud events. YOU ALREADY LOVE CLAIRE KEANE! If you loved Enchanted, Tangled, or Frozen, you've been admiring Claire Keane's work for years. Her family is full of artists—including her grandfather Bil Keane, the creator of Family Circus—and she spent many years in the animation world before becoming an illustrator. AMAZING ART FOR LOVERS OF THE SEA: The art gorgeously captures ocean-floor environments, depicts sea creatures both mythic and real, and evokes the truly unknown, unexplored nature of the sea that makes underwater settings so ripe for adventures and possibilities. Perfect for: • Parents, Caregivers, Grandparents • Educators & Librarians • Kids who love books set underwater

    10 in stock

    £12.99

  • Silly Kitty and the Sunny Day

    Crabtree Publishing Co,US Silly Kitty and the Sunny Day

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Rosa Explores Life Cycles

    Child's Play International Ltd Rosa Explores Life Cycles

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisRosa and friends return! A simple story in each book shows this diverse group of children making exciting discoveries about their world. Ideal for STEM enrichment.

    7 in stock

    £6.99

  • Disney Frozen 2 Movie Theater Storybook  Movie

    Studio Fun International Disney Frozen 2 Movie Theater Storybook Movie

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £16.99

  • Wheres Bluey

    Penguin Putnam Inc Wheres Bluey

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £8.54

  • Show and Tell

    HarperCollins Publishers Show and Tell

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe funny and fantastic new picture book from award-winning and bestselling creative star Rob Biddulph! School has never been so fun!Trade Review“From a small seed a delightful tale grows… another classic fable from Biddulph.” The Times – Children’s Book of the Week ‘No surprise who wins: the reader. We are treated to another classic fable from Biddulph, which itself show and tells with its excellent moral to take home and put in your tray marked: ‘How to save the world and make school mornings a bit less stressful’’, Children’s Book of the Week in The Times Saturday Review ‘A delightful alphabet book…. Rhyming text, vivid illustrations and a satisfying final message add up to a thoroughly pleasing package.’ Guardian “A hilarious and rhyming read.” Little London “It’s hard to put into words how much I ADORE this picture book… a picture book to be enjoyed by all ages and definitely one of my top picks of 2019!” Picture Book Perfect Blog

    5 in stock

    £7.59

  • I Really Want to Win

    Templar Publishing I Really Want to Win

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisToday is Sports Day. I CAN'T WAIT! And as I know that I'll be great, I've planned how I will celebrate - because I'm going to win. Our heroine is determined that she's going to win all the events at school sports day. The problem is that winning isn't as easy as it looks. She doesn't win the running race or the tug of war - and she can't even win a game of hide-and-seek. But maybe winning isn't really the point?A joyful picture book with an important message from the author and illustrator of I Really Want the Cake.

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Eenie Meenie Halloweenie

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Eenie Meenie Halloweenie

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisNeed a Halloween costume idea? I might just wear a costume that I make!It’s Halloween eve, and a little girl has a dress-up trunk full of different costume ideas!Trade Review"'Eenie meenie Halloweenie'—so many choices. That’s what the kid in this bouncy rhyming charmer faces. These rhymed musings about what to be on Halloween will give readers/listeners dress-up ideas that they may never have considered—and present simple, inexpensive homemade ways to achieve those ends with items easily found around the house." — Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "In springy rhymed verse, Eaddy captures her heroine’s inventive vision as she explores costume options while her inanimate menagerie patiently looks on. Rendered digitally, pictures by Fleming give the wide-eyed, ginger-haired protagonist ample personality and energy, and imbue her toy animals with a winsome homespun quality." — Publishers Weekly

    7 in stock

    £12.99

  • The Wonder Machine

    Little Tiger Press Group The Wonder Machine

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisHaven’t you heard? Wolf is building a machine. A machine that makes dreams come true! “My greatest invention ever!” cheers Wolf. But what will happen when at last she turns the handle? An enchanting tale about the joys of sharing your talents, with flaps to lift and peep-through holes.Trade Review"This gorgeous book is full of love, friendship and helping others. Barry Timms is one of my new favourite authors. His books create wonderful worlds where happiness reigns and friendships blossom." -- My Shelves Are Full"Packed full of intriguing flaps to lift and delightful peep-through holes, The Wonder Machine is a dazzling blend of inventive paper engineering..." -- Lancashire Evening Post"The Wonder Machine shows that stepping outside your comfort zone, paying it forward and sharing your talent are enormously rewarding." -- Jill Bennett - Red Reading Hub

    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • Sunk

    HarperCollins Publishers Sunk

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisPenguin Blue is back, in a swashbuckling new adventure about pirates, treasure, and friendship from Rob Biddulph, the creative genius behind the #DrawWithRob phenomenon and the bestselling and award-winning Blown Away!A pirate hat.A sunny day.For Penguin BlueA game to play.Your favourite Penguin and his friends are back in a new adventure, and this time they're pirates ARRRRR!Sailing the seven seas in search of treasure, Captain Blue and his friends are unexpectedly SUNK! But with a shipwreck to explore and a mysterious stranger on a desert island to meet, they might still find some treasure after allFrom the bestselling and multi-award-winnning Rob Biddulph, creator of the internet phenomenon Draw With Rob, as seen on YouTube, FaceBook, Instagram, CBeebies and TV news everywhere, and the Waterstones Book Prize-winning Blown Away!!This is the perfect story for boys and girls of 4+, and pirates everywhere, to share with their families! Sink into this treasure and enjoy Rob Biddulph's tTrade ReviewPraise for Sunk!: “Now Penguin Blue is back with another funny and charming rhyming tale about pirates, friendship and teamwork.” Huffington Post UK “Biddulph’s rhyme is full of shout-out fun and his beautifully detailed illustrations,e specially of the underwater scenes, make this an absolute treasure chest of a book” Sally Morris, Daily Mail Praise for GRRRRR!: ‘Vibrant colours and characters plus rhyming text make it a delight to read aloud.’ Huffington Post ‘Joyful and uplifting. Superb.’ Daily Mail ‘Totally grrrrreat in every respect.’ The Bookbag ‘The rhyme is so skillful and pacey it could give the Gruffalo a run for its money.’ Children’s Books Ireland Praise for Blown Away: ‘Best children’s book of the year.’ Observer ‘[A] gem of a book … Beautifully illustrated and wittily written.’ Standard ‘This book is capital B Brilliant.’ The Bookbag ‘Told in captivating rhyme, with plenty of jokes sprinkled through the text and illustrations, Biddulph’s tale is a travelling adventure.’ Time Out

    1 in stock

    £8.20

  • Kevin

    HarperCollins Publishers Kevin

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA glorious picture book story all about one boy, one imaginary friend named Kevin, and one very special friendship from the creative genius behind the #DrawWithRob phenomenon and the bestselling and award-winning Blown Away!Uh-oh Sid Gibbons is in trouble again! Time to think fastWhen Sid makes yet another mess, and his mum is at the end of her patience, Sid does what every quick-thinking kid would do he blames it on his big, furry, vanilla-and-pink friend Kevin!And while it seemed like a good idea at the time, Sid gets an unexpected surprise when he finds out that Kevin and his world might not be so imaginary after all and while his friend might be make-believe, his feelings are very real.From the bestselling and multi-award-winnning Rob Biddulph, creator of the internet phenomenon Draw With Rob. As seen on YouTube, FaceBook, Instagram, CBeebies and TV news everywhere, and the Waterstones Book Prize-winning Blown Away!!This is the perfect story for boys and girls of 4+, and anyone Trade Review‘Another beautiful, imaginative tale to warm the heart.’ Daily Mail PRAISE FOR GRRRRR!: ‘Vibrant colours and characters plus rhyming text make it a delight to read aloud.’ Huffington Post ‘Joyful and uplifting. Superb.’ Daily Mail ‘Totally grrrrreat in every respect.’ The Bookbag ‘The rhyme is so skillful and pacey it could give the Gruffalo a run for its money.’ Children’s Books Ireland PRAISE FOR BLOWN AWAY: ‘Best children’s book of the year.’ Observer ‘[A] gem of a book … Beautifully illustrated and wittily written.’ Standard ‘This book is capital B Brilliant.’ The Bookbag ‘Told in captivating rhyme, with plenty of jokes sprinkled through the text and illustrations, Biddulph’s tale is a travelling adventure.’ Time Out

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Great Day For Up

    HarperCollins Publishers Great Day For Up

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisTwo beloved giants of children's books Dr. Seuss and Quentin Blake come together for this joyous celebration of life.UP UP UP!Fill up the air.Up, flags!Balloons!UP! Everywhere!Join two of the most amazing talents in pictures books in this warm and wonderful rhyming tale about getting UP and celebrating the many joys of life!The perfect gift for boys and girls ready to get UP and face the day every day is a great day to read Great Day for UP'!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

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Pegs and Socks Band 01BPink B Collins Big Cat

    HarperCollins Publishers Pegs and Socks Band 01BPink B Collins Big Cat

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 16 and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding vocabulary.Seb the dragon needs to peg his big socks up on the washing line, but the wind keeps blowing them off! This funny story was written by Clare Helen Welsh.Pink B/Band 1B offers emergent readers simple, predictable text with familiar objects and actions.The focus sounds in this book are: /b/ /f/ ffPages 14 and 15 contain a fun I Spy Letters and Sounds activity, which uses visual support to help children embed phonic knowledge.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

    4 in stock

    £7.87

  • Green is for Christmas From the creators of the 1

    HarperCollins Publishers Green is for Christmas From the creators of the 1

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe crayons are back in this funny, festive book from the creators of the #1New York TimesbestsellingThe Day Crayons QuitandThe Day the Crayons Came Home!In this Christmas story starring the crayons from The Day The Crayons Quit, Green Crayon is certain that he is the only Christmas colour in the box. Of course, Red, White, Silver and even Brown have something to say about thatWhen Green Crayon claims that green is the only colour for Christmas, other crayons let him know that there would be no Christmas without them either. No candy canes or Santa without Red, no snow without White, no bells or stars without Silver and no cookies or reindeer without Brown! The crayons agree that they all need to come together to make Christmas special!This humorous Christmas story is the perfect stocking filler for fans ofThe Day The Crayons Quit.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

    15 in stock

    £6.99

  • Falling Leaves

    HarperCollins Publishers Falling Leaves

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisCosy up for a heartwarming new picture book based on the Emmy-award winning TV show The Adventures of Paddington!Paddington learns all about the joys of autumn in this charming new picture book story.He discovers that if you can catch a falling leaf and make a wish it may even come true! But the leaves keep blowing away. Will the young bear from Peru ever get to make a wish?

    4 in stock

    £6.99

  • Lee and the Box

    HarperCollins Publishers Lee and the Box

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.What can you do with an empty cardboard box? Let Lee show you!Pages 14 and 15 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

    4 in stock

    £7.62

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