Picture storybooks: imagination and play

Book SynopsisWhen a tiger comes to stay at Valentine's guest house, the human visitors all check out in a rush. Luckily, the hotel soon starts to fill again - but with a very different collection of residents, all with new and differing needs. Elsie and Valentine make lots of changes to accommodate the new guests, and a very popular, accessible and unusual guest house results! A beautiful debut picture book about diversity, inclusivity and empowerment.Trade Review"Employing a painterly aesthetic, Sharland fully imagines the changes that come of Valentine’s welcome, making for an animal-focused portrait of interspecies harmony." * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisVeggies take on unexpected forms in this joyful novelty book from rising talent Aya Watanabe.If you use a little imagination, the world is a wondrous place: asparagus become speedy trains; corn on the cob look like busy apartment blocks; and a tomato is a shining sunshine. Lift, slide, push, pull and spin the wheels in this gloriously interactive book for babies and toddlers, that's practically bursting with colour and humour. Don't forget to find the ant hiding on every page!Also in the series: Fruits!Trade ReviewPumpkins with silly faces, asparagus express trains, and cucumber hammocks come alive with chunky push-and-pull tabs! Bold and imaginative, after reading this book children will see vegetables in a whole new light, hopefully sparking a new interest in eating unknown or previously unliked foods. Highly recommended for preschoolers. * School Reading List *

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Book Synopsis"I'm BORED!" wails a little girl after her screen time is cut short. "That's great!" her dad says with a grin. "Being bored comes right before having a Really Good Idea." After an initial protest, the little girl dives into her imagination, and takes the reader with her on a whirlwind ride of pure fun. A cardboard box becomes a magical train, the washing machine inspires an imaginary trip into space, a scribbly doodle becomes a hungry spaghetti monster, and ants in the garden lead her into an escapade in the Funny Bug Circus. In a world where children can find entertainment at the touch of a button, it's ever-more important that they have time to be bored - because that's where they have the space to come up with their own Really Good Ideas.Trade ReviewLively and characterful * The Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week *With an authentic child at center stage and the joyous celebration of screen-free, imaginative play, this is the ideal book for your own bored youngsters! * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisA brand-new festive title in the Pip and Posy felt flap series for babies.This beautiful book with colourful, soft felt flaps is based on the bestselling picture book series illustrated by Axel Scheffler.With five colourful felt flaps and rich artwork, toddlers will love joining in this snowy game of hide-and-seek with Pip and Posy.This board book is the perfect gift to give this Christmas as little hands will love exploring (and tugging on the felt flaps!) while they look for Pip and Posy on every page.

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Book SynopsisTraction Man and Scrubbing Brush are at the beach! Traction Man even has his special Squid-Proof Scuba Suit, perfect for exploring the secret crevices of the Rockpool. But there are adventures in store for our intrepid hero as he faces the thrills of Operation Picnic, the tribulation of being buried in sand and - worst of all - being washed away by a giant wave... Join the daring duo as they meet new challenges ... and new friends.Trade ReviewGrey supplies equal doses of humor and heroics in the zippy illustrations that play out the dual dramas on both human and miniature scales . . . A surefire theme worth revisiting and even moreso when done with this much panache -- Ian Chipman * Booklist *Grey expertly skewers toy marketing (an endpaper spread showcasing Beach Time Brenda’s many accessories is especially wonderful) while creating comedic, large-scale dramas in a child-sized world * Publishers Weekly *Grey fills the spreads with color and action, providing plenty of high jinks and hilarious happenings * School Library Journal *Traction Man is back, but is he ready for the likes of Beach-Time Brenda™? . . . A wonderfully satirical, action-packed romp that echoes the grand tradition of comic books as it ingeniously communicates the complete absorption of imaginative play * Kirkus *

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Book Synopsis'What a spectacular story’ Phoebe Bridgers A buoyant and heartwarming celebration of individuality, identity, and dressing to suit yourself! It’s almost Frankie’s birthday and everything is ready — except for something to wear. All of her party dresses feel wrong. Her family tries to help, but it’s no good. What Frankie longs for is a suit. A spectacular suit … Can Frankie find the outfit of her dreams? The perfect gift for birthday parties, crafters, and children who don’t identify with traditional gender roles Wonderful conversation starter for teachers and librarians to explore gender and identity with age-relevant material from creators whose life experience is reflected in the story Trade Review‘A gorgeous glam-rock picture-book celebration of individual style, empathic family, and wearing what feels spectacular.’ -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *‘Empowering … Hayley Well’s illustrations offer an explosion of colour and shapes to match Frankie’s mood as it shifts from self-consciousness to celebration, resulting in a collaboration that will help both children and their adult readers consider the way in which we use outer armour to reflect our inner selves.’ -- Sara Keating * The Irish Times *‘From Kat Patrick, author of Doodle Cat and Howl, comes a gorgeous picture book about the nervous joy of expressing yourself through clothing and the strength that comes with family support. Finding the perfect look (especially one with such strong Bowie vibes) for your own party can be incredibly empowering, and The Spectacular Suit also plays with gender in the same, delightful way that children do. Artist Hayley Wells’s picture book debut is warmly illustrated in a limited colour palette, creating a cohesive story world … While this story is a great one for sharing with children from the age of three, when the desire to choose your own outfit really begins to take hold, it could be perfect for those well into primary school, when individuality and identity begin to take on more significance.’ -- Michael Earp * Books+Publishing *‘This is a vibrant, charming book about how clothes can make you feel special and the importance of wearing the clothes that reflect your identity. The digital illustrations are gorgeous and dynamic and make the story really sing. It’s a delightful book.’ -- Angela Crocombe, Manager of Readings Kids‘Immensely charming … A delightful, affirming story about finding your unique look without reducing it to simplistic, black-and-white, or reductive ideas about gender presentation. One of a kind.’ * Kirkus Reviews *‘[A] great addition to the growing LGBTQIA+ picture book collection … Specifically give it to kids who see themselves or see others in their lives who may not follow traditional gender roles or may be questioning their own gender identity. Read-alike with Julián is a Mermaid.’ -- Sarah Bickel * Youth Services Book Review *‘[A] beautiful reflection for kids who push back against gender stereotypes.’ * The Tiny Activist *'Primary colours pop in this celebratory picture book about supporting children’s senses of being. Frankie couldn’t be more excited for her garden party, where there will be pickles and jelly beans, and decorations galore. But her mom picked out three dresses for her to wear, and none suit her spectacular expectations. She wants to wear something marvellous: “with lightning bolts and stars and style.” She has little hope that such an outfit exists, but with help from her family, her dream is achieved!' * Foreword Reviews, starred review *‘Bright digital illustrations bring Frankie’s dazzling suit to life in this uplifting picture book, which celebrates being who you want to be.’ * Scottish BookTrust *‘A heartwarming and relatable tale about a young person trying to find how they fit in — and explores non-traditional gender roles … It’ll be one you return to at bedtime time and time again, and is a great starting point to talk about identity and self-expression.’ -- Prudence Wade * Press Association *‘A beautiful story of identity and expression … an essential addition to the primary classroom, an opportunity to open up valuable discussions and to celebrate who we are as individuals.’ * Just Imagine *‘A gorgeous glam-rock picture-book celebration of individual style, empathic family, and wearing what feels spectacular.’ -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *‘An empowering and reassuring story of a child who (possibly) feels that she doesn’t fit into a traditional gender role, and the ways that her family support her in a positive way.’ * BookTrust *‘A bright and vibrant book celebrating individualism and to help start conversations with those who want to explore their gender.’ * Juno *‘An opportunity to explore gender and identity issues through the experiences of a child who doesn’t identify with traditional gender roles, drawing on the experiences of both author and illustrator.’ * The School Librarian *‘This is a delightful story of a child expressing herself with the help of a supportive family.’ * The Buffalo News *‘Perfect for any little girl with a birthday coming up, who longs for party gear that does not involve frilly dresses!’ * Books for Keeps *

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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 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 SynopsisPush, pull and slide the scenes to race around the dog park in Busy Puppies! Teach all sorts of puppies how to play fetch, learn new tricks and even make new waggy-tailed friends in this adorable book.Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Yi-Hsuan Wu. Part of the popular Busy Book series, this book is perfect for sharing with little dog-lovers.Listen along to an audio recording of this story by scanning the QR code on the back cover. Introduce your toddler to the Busy world around them with Busy Zoo, Busy Pets and Busy Baby Animals.

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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.

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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.

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

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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

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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

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Book SynopsisInspired by classic rock songs and eighties hair bands, Rock Stars Don’t Nap is a hilarious bedtime story for anyone who’s got "Moves Like Jagger."There was no denying it: Jimmy was born to rock.Trade Review"A comical, musical journey, this book could lead to lively story hours across age ranges, one that even caregivers will rock to." — School Library Journal “This will make a fun gift for baby showers and new parents.” — Kirkus Reviews "to [parents], every child is a chartbuster." — Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisIn this fantastical world there are castles in space, floating castles, castles in the sky and castles made of glass. Colin Thompson's wonderfully detailed artwork reaches new heights of ingenuity and invention in this brilliant new book.Trade ReviewUnconstrainedly escapist. Thompson is a one-off, a wit, a virtuoso. His collection of imaginary "castles" is a surreal treat -- Kate Kellaway * Observer *It will afford hours of absorbing puzzlement in trying to decipher the wicked jokes hidden in the unbelievably detailed pictures -- Sonia Benster * The Bookseller *Colin Thompson has created illustrations that are truly extraordinary. So take a journey into your imagination and have a look at this castle celebration * Through the Looking Glass *One to produce when the batteries die and gizmos crash . . . Maddeningly taunting, this will give hours of quiet searching -- Mary Arrigan * The Sunday Tribune *Unbelieveably detailed pictures of imaginary castles will keep loyal reader entertained for hours * Sunday Express *

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Book SynopsisJoin Bluey and her friends for a game of Shadowlands! On a picnic in the park, Bluey, Coco and Snickers play a game of Shadowlands. But when Coco keeps on taking shortcuts, Bluey shows her that following the rules can make the game even more fun.Can''t get enough of Bluey? Also available: Bluey: The BeachBluey: Goodnight Fruit BatBluey: Little Library

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Book SynopsisPip and Posy are typical toddlers: they're best friends and have fun but sometimes they get cross and sad, so it takes friendship, sharing and understanding to make things better. In this book, Posy snatches Pip's scooter and tries to ride it but she falls off and hurts her knee. Though Pip is very cross, he comes running to help.

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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 SynopsisPeek-a-Boo, the game that every baby and toddler loves to play, is brought to life in this brilliant lift-the-flap board book that's especially fun at Halloween!Young children learn best through interactive play and Peek-a-Boo Baby: Boo! helps parents and carers with this as they share a story with their child sitting on their lap. Simple questions and funny pictures of silly Halloween spooks hiding under the flaps will have babies squealing with delight as they play, point, laugh, say hello and play peek-a-boo!Also available: Peek-a-Boo Baby: Moo, Peek-a-Boo Baby: Zoo

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Book SynopsisWho's in the pumpkin? Help Daddy Ghost find out where Baby Ghost is hiding in this fun Halloween story! Daddy Ghost is ready to go trick-or-treating, but he can't find Baby Ghost anywhere! Join them in a game of hide-and-seek, and uncover all sorts of silly and spooky surprises along the way. With funny text and cute illustrations, this is the perfect Halloween treat for preschoolers!

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Book SynopsisRUMBLE, TUMBLE . . . OOF! This brilliant tale is about a bear, his sandwich and a spot of mayhem ­– with shaped pages to turn, giggles galore, and lots of noisy words to say! Created by Ben Newman, the illustrator of the bestselling Astro Cat series.The bear is looking forward to eating his yummy sandwich. But suddenly – BUMP! – he trips on a rock. Then – FLUMP! – he starts tumbling down the hill, and into the path of some unsuspecting creatures . . .Specially developed and tested with his own preschool-aged children Rumble Tumble is based on common animal noises and miming games played by preschoolers everywhere. The lively and rhythmic words in this story are easy to remember and say together, and coupled with the dynamic, colourful illustrations and cut-away pages, this book helps preschoolers develop vital pre-reading skills.Fans of Rumble Tumble ones will also enjoy Ben Newsman's Snip Snap!

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Book SynopsisBusy Storytime is the perfect introduction to the joy of reading for little ones! Push, pull and slide the tabs as you pick a book to read, act it out and sail away on an adventure, then share the story with your friends. Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Jean Claude. A perfect gift to celebrate World Book Day!Discover more of the popular Busy Book series with Busy Bookshop, Busy Baking, and Busy Friends.Trade ReviewIt’s storytime! At nursery, at home, on holiday or at bedtime, anytime, anywhere is a good time for a story. And what’s better than a story? Perhaps a story that comes to life as you push, pull, turn and slide the sturdy tabs.With gentle, rhyming text and colourful illustrations that reflect a diverse, inclusive community, youngsters are guided to choose a story, use their imagination to bring it to life, act it out and then share it with their friends.Ideal for toddlers and pre-schoolers, the tabs in this deceptively simple board book are perfect for little fingers and will help develop and improve fine motor skills. And with things to find and everyday scenarios to talk about on each page, this is a great way to kick start a love of books and storytelling. * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisKeep Smiling is a celebration of the most universal symbol of hope, joy and positivity - a smile! Created by the bestselling team behind Coming to England: the inspirational Dame Floella Benjamin, and award-winning illustrator Diane Ewen.Vina's Mum has always told her that a smile is the best gift you can give someone. And as Vina loves smiling more than anything else, she gives the gift of her smile to anyone who needs it. But on her first visit to her new school, Vina's own smile gets a bit . . . lost. She can't find it under the slide, or on the climbing frame. Then, a smile appears, in the most unexpected place!Trade ReviewBrimming with the vibrant colours and charm of Ewen’s illustrations – Keep Smiling is a joyful, sensitive and heart-melting celebration of that most universal symbol of hope, joy and positivity... a smile. -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Post *

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Book SynopsisSearch the jungle and play a game of hide and seek in Where is Little Tiger?Young children can follow the clues and lift the sturdy flaps with peep-through holes to see if Little Tiger is hiding underneath. Meet her animal friends along the way as you explore the jungle, before a surprise pop-up ending reveal Little Tiger's secret hiding place. Bright, bold illustrations from Hannah Abbo makes this an ideal gift purchase for animal-mad toddlers.Discover more hidden animals with Where is Little Bunny?

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Book SynopsisFrom an Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award nominee comes a touching story of family, security, and loss. A young girl tells her mother about a passageway in their yard. Down this passageway, it is not cold, there is no danger, and nothing bad can ever happen—and the person she longs for is with her again. The only problem is that, on some days, the passageway is not there. But maybe, together, mother and daughter can find a way to carry that feeling with them always. First published in Argentina, this lovely picture book will tug on the heartstrings of anyone who knows what it means to miss a loved one.Trade Review“In Schimel’s translation, Wernicke’s words are few but well chosen and expertly paced, the sentences split among the pages allowing for unhurried absorption of meaning. Her curved figures are solid, with cream-colored skin; straight, black hair; and short lines for eyes. No mouths are visible, a decision that adds to the contemplative aura. Subtle patterns add interest, and red—ultimately applied to the mother—signals warmth and love…A gentle model for living while missing a loved one.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “This brief, wistful exchange between a mother and her child delivers its emotion between the lines, and Schimel’s translation handles the understatement deftly…Wernicke shows the two twirled up in another set of sheets, looking for the passageway together, in this portrait of a parent who hears and honors her child’s words.” —Publishers Weekly “In this economical, poignant picture book, a girl tells her mother about a passageway in their yard that leads to a place on ‘the other side’ where there is ‘no danger’ and ‘nothing, nothing at all, can happen to you.’ The illustrations tell more—in this place, the girl gets a ride on the shoulders of a large man (possibly her father) who makes her feel safe…Wernicke’s emotive picture book expresses a child’s strong feelings about longing and safety.” —The Horn Book “Some Days is an incredibly moving and poignant story with layers of meaning which are sure to resonate with anyone who knows what it means to miss a loved one.” —Outside In World

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Book Synopsis Once upon a time way up high on a cliff, grew a magical garden that belonged to a witch. The Garden Witch is lonely, no one shops at her stall, no one visits her magical garden, and there is no one to talk to—except for the three evil rats she lives with. The rats will eat her if she upsets them, so she lives day in and day out the same until one evening she cries in her garden. In the morning she finds that the garden has grown her a little turnip boy, Mickey. The turnip boy with his charm and bum wiggling helps the witch refresh her stall and make friends in the community. The witch discovers her own power and with the help of Mickey, she turns the table on the rats.Trade Review"I found you the perfect halloween read!" -- The Little Free Library

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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.

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Book SynopsisRosa and her friends want to build boats! But how will they keep them from sinking? Through observation, trial and error, the group of children learn about density. They predict outcomes and make notes about whether they were right! After they have finished experimenting, they use what they have learned to have an exciting boat race!

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Book SynopsisRosa's group of friends want to learn all about growing their own sunflowers! The book covers each step, from planting the seed to examining the minibeasts the fully-grown flowers attract. It provides plenty of examples for ways children can practice purposeful writing, as well as inspiring a lifelong interest in STEM subjects.

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Book SynopsisBea loves lions and knows everything there is to know about them. She lives by the beach, but she doesn’t like sand one little bit! One day, her mother persuades her to visit the beach, where she meets a sand sculpture of a lion who is afraid of water. Their developing friendship helps each of them to overcome their anxieties, but the next day the lion has disappeared! How will Bea cope? A funny and tender book about the mutual support of friendship, the acceptance of loss, and the resilience needed to accept change.

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Book SynopsisThe wild wind is howling, there's a creak on the stair. Are you feeling brave? Follow me if you dare! Join a cast of creepy creatures in this journey through a night packed with ghosts and ghouls, toads and trolls and bats and black cats! With 24 super-spooky sounds – are YOU brave enough? With a fun rhyming text and 24 sounds, this is a spooktacular adventure!

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Book SynopsisOn a beautiful day at the beach, a young boy brings his bucket, shovel, and imagination, and builds a perfect sand castle. Right away, a dragon moves in. The boy decides to befriend his dragon and they spend time roaming the shore, flying a kite, braving the waves, defying bullies, and roasting marshmallows all while Dad is busy sunbathing and Mom is engrossed in her book. Unfortunately, no one believes the boy when he tries to share the news of this magnificent creature. That's when the mischief begins, and the dragon becomes a force to be reckoned with. While adults will recognize the naughty antics as a ploy for attention, children will dissolve into giggles as the dragon devours every last sandwich, blows bubbles in the lemonade, and leaves claw prints in the brownies. Maybe the dragon really is running amok on the beach, or maybe it's a little boy's imagination that is running wild.

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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 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 SynopsisA hilarious, engaging primer on famous extinct--but never forgotten-- animals that will keep kids giggling and guessing on every page, perfect for fans of Brendan Wenzel's Hello Hello and Mo Willems' Edwina. Psst! Hey you! Can you keep a secret? Dodos are NOT extinct! In fact, if you look extra closely, you might be able to spot other extinct animals . . . like woolly mammoths, saber-toothed tigers, and even dinosaurs! These famous creatures are in disguise everywhere, so keep your eyes peeled! You never know who might be right under your nose. Author-illustrator Paddy Donnelly delivers a silly, animal-filled read that is perfect for story time sharing at home or for the classroom. Nonfiction back matter jam-packed with facts about the endangered and extinct animals featured in the story makes this creative book as educational as it is fun.

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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!

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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

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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!

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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