Picture storybooks: imagination and play
Little, Brown & Company On the Day the Horse Got Out
Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of They All Saw a Cat or Du Iz Tak?, here is a standout picture book debut about curiosity, cause-and-effect, and connectedness, which blends child-appealing rhyme with playful, distinctive artwork. In this gorgeously rendered tale, Audrey Helen Weber masterfully blends suspense and nonsense, imaginative artwork, and a flawless rhythm that evokes some of the most beloved read-aloud classics, from Mother Goose to Eric Carle. On the day the horse got out . . the bells all rang, the birds flew south, the rabbit dug a bit too deep, and the beetle cried out in its sleep... But what happened to the horse? Did she find what she was looking for? Drawing on the influence of nursery rhymes, fables, folklore, folk art, and mythology—and combined with Audrey Helen Weber's own playful and surreal sensibility, page-turning suspense and read-aloud magic—here is a transcendent journey that tells a new story with every read.
£14.39
Little, Brown & Company The Wind the Clover
Book SynopsisMore things than you can imagine live in a field of clover, but this is a story about the bees...and their wondrous dreams of someplace different than their everyday world of green. Following the call of the wind and magical pollen blown in from far-flung places north and south, east and west, they encounter lands and countless species beyond their wildest fancy.Filled with lavish, vivid paintings full of extraordinary flora and fauna with a seek-and-find element, The Wind & the Clover encourages readers to explore, discover, and look closely...because sometimes, the most magnificent things can be found no farther than your own backyard.
£12.99
Little, Brown & Company Strollercoaster
Book SynopsisA Chicago Public Library Best of the Best BookThis joyous romp through the neighborhood celebrates the bond between a father and a child, illustrated by an award-winning artist team.Buckle up as a toddler's tantrum is cleverly averted when a loving dad transforms an everyday neighborhood stroll into an extraordinary adventure, reminding us that all you need to chase away a bad mood is love and a little bit of imagination.Brought to brilliantly-colored, kinetic life by award-winning artists Raúl the Third and Elaine Bay, Strollercoaster sings with details of a diverse and vibrant urban neighborhood bursting with life, enhanced by Spanish words embedded in the art. It's the best ride in town!
£13.29
Little, Brown & Company What the Dinosaurs Did the Night Before Christmas
Book SynopsisFrom the team that brought us the internet sensation Dinovember and the bestselling book What The Dinosaurs Did Last Night comes this hilarious reimagining of the classic Christmas poem!''Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the house not a creature was stirring, not even a...dinosaur?! In the third installment of this series, a whole houseful of overly jolly Jurassic wild things get up to all kinds of holiday mischief: tipping trees, smashing gingerbread houses, swinging from garlands, and more! Will they wreck the halls and end up with coal in their Christmas stockings, or is a Christmas miracle in store? Full-color photographs bring the not-so-silent night to life!
£13.29
Little, Brown & Company My Head Has a Bellyache
Book SynopsisThis hilarious follow-up to the New York Times bestselling poetry book I'm Just No Good at Rhyming is full of surprising twists of wit and wordplay that will have readers rolling on the floor laughing!
£15.29
Clarion Books Good Knight Mustache Baby
Book SynopsisEveryone’s favorite baby-with-a-mustache dons shining armor in hopes of staving off sleep in this hilarious bedtime book.Knights in shining armor go full baby (and full mustache) in this silly and soothing bedtime adventure. Young knaves will fall blissfully asleep after hearing the tale of two brave knights: Baby Billy, House of Mustache, and Baby Javier, House of Beard, and how they fought to conquer their biggest foe: bedtime! The babies fight their enemy valiantly, but eventually even gallant Baby Billy falls victim to sleep, foiled by, of all things, an enchanted book. Though Billy succumbs to the magic of the story, in his dreams, he rejoins his bearded co-knigh . . . and they became the stuff of legend.
£17.09
HarperCollins Stick and Stone on the Go
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPRAISE FOR FOX & RABBIT: "The dynamic first in a graphic novel series ideal for early readers transitioning to chapter books." — Publishers Weekly PRAISE FOR FOX AND RABBIT: "Though sophisticated, this whimsical tale of friendship is sure to be a hit with young comics readers. A welcome addition to any graphic novel collection for young readers." — School Library Journal PRAISE FOR FOX AND RABBIT: "Five laugh-out-loud stories celebrate an unlikely animal friendship. . . Picture-book author Ferry's first foray into comics is an infectiously chipper series opener." — Kirkus Reviews PRAISE FOR STICK AND STONE: "This warm and tender story of two BFFs is made even more enjoyable by the charming, textured tan and blue illustrations . . . the text, suitable for beginning readers, sweetly expresses what it is to be and to have a good friend.” — School Library Journal (starred review) PRAISE FOR STICK AND STONE: BEST FRIENDS FOREVER: "With bright, engaging illustrations from best-selling creator Tom Lichtenheld, Beth Ferry's story explores the importance of learning about our roots, as well as the ability of friends and found family to help us grow strong in heart and mind." — School Library Journal
£11.58
Random House USA Inc How to Be a T Rex
Book SynopsisAn upROARiously funny take on following your wildest dreams, from the bestselling creator of Dinosaur ComicsBeing a regular old human is kind of a drag. That's why Sal is not going to be a teacher or doctor or lawyer when she grows up. She is going to grow up to be an awesome Tyrannosaurus Rex. Her brother thinks it's impossible, but Sal sure shows him! And in the beginning, being a T. Rex is AWESOME. But did you know that it's kind of hard to make friends when you are a super-giant, super-loud, super-stompy dinosaur? If only there were a way for Sal to be 100% awesome, 100% of the time...Eisner Award-winning writer Ryan North makes his picture book debut with this bright, bold, and quirky story about finding--and taming--the beast within.
£16.19
Random House USA Inc The Care and Feeding of a Pet Black Hole
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£8.54
Dutton Books for Young Readers This School Year Will Be the BEST
Book SynopsisTrade Review"A good discussion starter for the beginning of the school year."--Booklist
£15.29
Penguin Putnam Inc The Crayons Christmas PENGUIN WORKSHO
Book SynopsisCelebrate the holidays with the Crayons in this festive story from #1 New York Times best-selling duo Drew Daywalt and Oliver Jeffers. This special book has letters, games, ornaments, a poster, and even a pop-up Christmas tree! 'Tis the season for all of us to write our holiday wishlists. But everyone--even the crayons--know the best presents are the ones that you give. In this unique book, readers get to see how Duncan, the crayons, and their families celebrate the holidays. With real, folded letters from the Crayons that you can pull from their envelopes and read, games, punch-out ornaments, a poster, and a pop-up tree, this book is the perfect gift for for the holidays and for fans of The Day the Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home.Praise for The Day the Crayons Came Home Winner of the Goodreads Choice Award for Best Picture Book of 2015!A Wall Street Journal Best Book of 2015!One of <
£15.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Goodnight Train Board Book
Book SynopsisFeatures rhythmic prose and playful illustrations create a gentle, whizzing journey where animals and little ones fluff their pillows and settle in for a clickety-clackity, rock-and-roll ride to Dreamland.
£9.39
Faber & Faber Space Tortoise
Book SynopsisA beautiful, moving and heartwarming tale about bravery, kindness and welcoming strangers, from the team behind The Building Boy.Once, in an old rusty bin in an old rusty playground in an old empty park . . . . . . there lived a little tortoise.But Tortoise is lonely. He''s never seen any other tortoises, and wonders where they could all be hiding. Then, one day, he looks up and the night sky, and sees a million blinking lights winking at him. That must be where the other tortoises are at the top of the sky! I wish I could join them. But how can a little tortoise get to the top of the sky? And so begins a magical journey . . .A heartwarming story.' Guardian*****' Books for KeepsWill make your spirits soar into the stratosphere.' Daily MailSo popular that it is permanently scanned out of our school library to the extent that I am not entirely sure
£7.59
Faber & Faber Yes You Can Cow
Book SynopsisYes, you can, Cow! We believe in you!READY . . . STEADY . . . GO . . .It's the Nursery Rhyme's big performance, but Cow is having second thoughts. She's too scared to jump! What if she crashes? Will everyone laugh?The curtain's almost up and the audience are waiting. Can Cow overcome her fear of failure and become the star of the show?A gorgeous, heartwarming story about believing in yourself and doing your best based on the ever-popular nursery rhyme 'Hey Diddle Diddle'.
£6.99
Faber & Faber Rapping Princess
Book SynopsisHere is a story that everyone should know.It's the tale of a princess named Shiloh.She lived in a kingdom, not far from yours,in a grand house with a swimming pool and fourteen floors.I know that sounds too big but here's the thing:her mother and father were the Queen and King.Being a princess is a tough job for someone so small.It's even harder when you have a problem you can't solve at all.You see, every princess in the kingdom could sing.Yet Shiloh's voice could do no such thing . . .Shiloh might not be able to sing like her sisters, but she has other talents, and sometimes it's about embracing your differences and celebrating them!
£6.99
Faber & Faber The Robber Raccoon
Book SynopsisRosie Raccoon is up to no good,out and about in a grand neighbourhood . . .But she needs to watch out. The police are after her, and it's not long before she's feeling the furry arm of the law . . .An exquisitely illustrated nighttime adventure starring an adorable and mischievous raccoon. Children and adults will be enchanted by this eco-friendly mystery.
£7.59
Faber & Faber While We Cant Hug 1 A Hedgehog and Tortoise Story
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!
£6.99
Faber & Faber The Roar
Book SynopsisThere were so many things that Tortoise wanted to do.So many games to play and rocks to climb.Oops.Tortoise was stuck.Tortoise was not happy.Tortoise is not having a good day and now he's stuck in a hole and is far too upset for hugs. Hedgehog sits and waits and then makes Tortoise laugh taking the time to let the moment pass, and acknowledge how Tortoise feels.
£6.99
Faber & Faber The Roar
Book SynopsisThere were so many things that Tortoise wanted to do.So many games to play and rocks to climb.Oops.Tortoise was stuck.Being stuck made Tortoise cross.Tortoise is not having a good day and now he's stuck in a hole and is far too cross for hugs. Hedgehog sits and waits and then makes Tortoise laugh - taking the time to let the moment pass, and acknowledge how Tortoise feels.
£6.99
April Fool Publishing With Just An Empty Shoebox
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£10.21
Penguin Putnam Inc Room on the Broom PushPullSlide
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£9.49
Random House USA Inc Oh piensa en todo lo que puedes pensar Oh the
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£12.99
Random House USA Inc Hello House
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£9.49
Random House USA Inc Miércoles alocado Wacky Wednesday Spanish Edition
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£12.99
Random House USA Inc Dont Blink
Book SynopsisThis interactive book may seem to be on your side, reluctant sleeper -- but it's truly a bedtime book in disguise! New from New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Amy Krouse Rosenthal and David Roberts!Here's how it works: if you can avoid getting to the end of this book, you can avoid bedtime, simple as that. (It's a pretty sweet deal, actually.) But each time you blink, you have to turn a page. Those are just the rules. So whatever you do, DON'T BLINK!From New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Amy Krouse Rosenthal and David Roberts comes a playful, super-duper interactive bedtime story, narrated by a cheeky stuffed owl. Kids love a challenge, and you can bet they'll do their darndest to rise to the one set out in Don't Blink!...especially when bedtime is on the line!
£6.40
Random House USA Inc Grover Sesame Street Friends
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£7.99
Penguin Putnam Inc What Well Build
Book SynopsisAn instant New York Times bestseller!From Oliver Jeffers, world-renowned picture book creator and illustrator of The Crayons' Christmas, comes a gorgeously told father-daughter story and companion to the #1 New York Times bestseller Here We Are! What shall we build, you and I?Let's gather all our tools for a start.For putting together . . .and taking apart. A father and daughter set about laying the foundations for their life together. Using their own special tools, they get to work, building memories to cherish, a home to keep them safe, and love to keep them warm.A rare and enduring story about a parent's boundless love, life's endless opportunities, and all we need to build a together future. The perfect baby shower gift or gift for new parents!Praise for What We'll Build:[Has] the offbeat, sweet style Jeffers' fans know and love. --<Trade Review"Jeffers fills the pages with . . . a giggle-inducing assortment of creatures . . . . it has the offbeat, sweet style Jeffers’ fans know and love." --Kirkus Reviews
£16.99
Penguin USA The Lost Library
Book SynopsisA magical tale of friendship, the joy of reading, and the power of the imagination!When Oliver finds a lost library book fluttering behind a secret door in his bedroom, he knows he must return it. But when he does, a mysterious world opens up beneath his feet, taking Oliver, his new friend Rosie, and the book in tow. What--or who--will they find waiting in this strange new place? And how will they escape? A beautiful, lyrical take on the imaginative power of books and the transformative power of friendship.
£16.14
Random House USA Inc Give This Book Away
Book SynopsisTwo award-winning creators team up for this picture book about what happens--and how you feel--when you give to someone else. And then it asks you to do just that--with the book in your hands!Prepare to open a very special book--a book that you read, but that you don’t keep. That’s right. This book isn’t destined for a pile in your room. It’s not going to gather dust on a bookshelf. This book is for you to read and enjoy, and then to give away. Yes, away, to someone you''ve never spoken to before.So, who are you going to pick? The next person you pass on the street? Someone sitting alone on a bench? A kid at the park? Who knows—maybe you''ll even make a new friend! Here is a one-of-a-kind picture book that brilliantly introduces the act of giving—quite literally—in a concrete way for kids to understand, and reveals how good it feels when you do.
£16.14
Random House USA Inc The Cardboard Kingdom 3 Snow and Sorcery
Book SynopsisThe kids of the Cardboard Kingdom go on a new adventure! This time, they are in search of new friends?but what they discover is a lot more like enemies...It?s winter break in the Cardboard Kingdom, and kids from the town across the park want to play together! But according to the evil Sorceress, not just anyone can join the kingdom… So it?s not long before the two communities spiral into battle.Will the Sorceress realize the error of her ways before all hope is lost? Will friendship still manage to win the day?
£12.59
Random House USA Inc The Cardboard Kingdom 3 Snow and Sorcery
Book SynopsisThe kids of the Cardboard Kingdom go on a new adventure! This time, they are in search of new friends—but what they discover is a lot more like enemies...It’s winter break in the Cardboard Kingdom, and kids from the town across the park want to play together! But according to the evil Sorceress, not just anyone can join the kingdom… So it’s not long before the two communities spiral into battle.Will the Sorceress realize the error of her ways before all hope is lost? Will friendship still manage to win the day?
£18.69
Random House USA Inc The Cardboard Kingdom 3 Snow and Sorcery
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£23.74
Random House USA Inc Theres a Dragon in Your Book
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£8.54
Random House USA Inc Maxie Wiz and the Magic Charms
Book SynopsisA rollicking, rhyming, enchanted adventure featuring a young wizard in training in this easy Step 1 Reader.HOCUS-POCUS! Maxie Wiz has magic homework! She must collect all the charms in her magic spell for it to work. Will she be able to follow the steps and rev up her magic wand?Follow this little wizard and her dragon on a whimsical treasure hunt. Predictable rhymes help support a successful reading experience, while bright, lively art brings this delightful story to life.Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading.
£14.24
Random House USA Inc We Are Thing One and Thing Two
Book SynopsisA board book narrated by the characters Thing One and Thing Two from The Cat in the Hat—perfect for introducing Dr. Seuss's most beloved characters to babies and toddlers!Join Thing One and Thing Two in this simple, sturdy board book as they explore the different ways they like to have fun, playing indoors and out, alone and together. Written in rhymed verse, it's an ideal introduction to the beloved characters for children too young for the classic Beginner Book The Cat in the Hat. Now everyone in the family—even pre-readers—can get to know (and love) the Things!Look out for these other beloved characters in these books: I Am the Cat in the Hat I Am Cindy-Lou WhoI Am HortonI Am the LoraxI Am Sam-I-Am
£8.54
Random House USA Inc Dr. Seusss Ultimate Beginning Reader Boxed Set
Book SynopsisNurture a love of books and reading with this sturdy boxed set of 16 classic hardcover Beginner Books and Bright & Early Books—the ULTIMATE gift for Dr. Seuss fans and the perfect way to start a child's library!Make an impression. Share the joy of reading—and of Dr. Seuss—with a young child and start them on the adventure of a lifetime! This complete collection of easy readers written and illustrated by Dr. Seuss makes the perfect gift for baby showers, birthday celebrations, and happy occasions of all kinds. Featuring all the Beginner Books and Bright & Early Books written and illustrated by Dr. Seuss in a sturdy slip-case, it's ideal for kids just learning how to read—AND for reading aloud to babies and toddlers! Hardcover books in this set include:The Cat in the HatThe Cat in the Hat Comes BackDr. Seuss's ABCThe Foot BookFox in SocksGreen Eggs and HamHop on PopI Can Read With My Eyes Shut!Marvin K. Mooney Will You Please Go Now!Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You?Oh, the Thinks You Can Think!Oh, Say Can You Say?One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue FishThe Shape of Me and Other StuffThere's a Wocket in My Pocket!What Pet Should I Get?Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! This beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Bright and Early Books, launched by Dr. Seuss in 1968 with The Foot Book, offer even easier words and colorful illustrations to encourage a love for reading from the beginning.
£119.88
Penguin Putnam Inc Bluey What Games Should We Play
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£9.49
Penguin Putnam Inc Boo Blueys Halloween
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£13.49
Random House USA Inc PAW Patrol 101 First Words PAW Patrol
Book SynopsisThe pups of Nickelodeon’s PAW Patrol introduce babies and toddlers to 101 words and objects in this oversized board book.Follow Rubble, Marshall, Skye, and the rest of Adventure Bay’s amazing pups from breakfast to bedtime as they introduce a world of 101 words. Children ages 0 to 3 will love the colorful images and big, sturdy pages of this board book that will make learning exciting. Get on the case with Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol! Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, and the rest of the puppy heroes are always ready to save their friends and protect the community of Adventure Bay using their PAWsome vehicles, tools, and teamwork.
£11.39
Random House USA Inc Dr. Seusss If You Think Theres Nothing to Do
Book SynopsisBring some Seussian silliness to your child''s library with this hilarious Beginner Book! Featuring illustrations by Dr. Seuss, this rhyming easy reader answers the familiar dilemma there?s nothing to do, in an unexpected way. Perfect for children ages 3-7!You can pedal a bike.You can paddle a boat.You can saddle a rhinoor walk with a goat. Get ready to giggle with this fun?and FUNNY?Beginner Book! Filled with boredom-busting suggestions like, have you ever played tic-tac-toe with your feet? How about trying to balance cats on your head? It''s perfect for exercising young imaginations and inspiring creative play. Illustrated with art from beloved Dr. Seuss books?including The Cat in the Hat, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, and Dr. Seuss''s ABC?it will nurture a love of reading and bring joy to young readers. Perfect for both beginning readers and Seuss fans, this fun-filled book is a must-have addition to any collection.Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3?7.
£8.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Bluey A Jigsaw Puzzle Book
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£12.34
Dan McKay Books My Teacher is a Snake the Letter D
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£8.54
Simon & Schuster Little Black Crow
Book SynopsisSynopsis coming soon.......
£15.99
Scholastic MooCow KungFuCow NE PB
Book SynopsisWith five flaps to lift - this book is full of surprises to makeyou giggle. Who will be your favourite Moo-Cow? Will it be the Glitter-Glue-Cowor the Kangaroo-Cow? Lift the flaps to find out. There's a Moo-Cow for everyone in this fantastically colourful sequelto the hugely popular OCTOPUS SOCKTOPUS and ELEPHANT WELLYPHANT
£6.99
Scholastic Lets Find Superworm
Book SynopsisLift the colourful felt flaps in this fun chunky board book, perfectfor small hands, until you find Superworm! Based on the bestsellingbook Superworm by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by AxelScheffler, the creators of The Gruffalo.
£6.99
Scholastic A Pocketful of Songs
Book SynopsisSing, read and listen to ten fabulous songs by Gruffalo authorJulia Donaldson, with this gorgeous gift book-and-CD. Julia'switty song lyrics are richly illustrated by Axel Scheffler. TheCD features Julia performing favourite songs from Superwormto Tiddler. Guaranteed to have the whole family singingand clapping along!
£13.49
Quarto Publishing PLC Unicorn
Book SynopsisJoin Amelia in this fun interactive picture book with pop-out flaps as she searches for traces of a unicorn in her house. Amelia is totally, completely, 100 percent certain that a unicorn is living in her house. But where is it?This beautifully illustrated fun interactive book follows Amelia around throughout her house on her search. She follows a trail of sparkles and other clues, and on each page readers can spot glimpses of the unicorn hiding behind doors, in cupboards and under washing piles. Lift the flaps, pull the sliding tabs and open the pop-ups to help Amelia find her, as the clever interactive features bring this book to life!Hide and Peek: Unicorn is a playful, interactive board book with a fun peekaboo element which young children will love!
£7.59
Quarto Publishing PLC Monster
Book SynopsisJoin a young brother and sister in this fun interactive picture book with pop-out flaps as they searches for traces of a monster in their garden. This beautifully illustrated fun interactive book follows them around their garden on their search for a monster. They follow a growling noises and other clues, and on each page readers can spot glimpses of the monster.Lift the flaps, pull the sliding tabs and open the pop-ups to help them find the monster, as the clever interactive features bring this book to life! Hide and Peek: Monster is a playful, interactive board book with a fun peekaboo element which young children will love! Also available from the Hide and Peek series are Dragon, Mermaid and Unicorn.
£7.59
