Picture storybooks
Scholastic Zog and the Flying Doctors
Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are at their sparkling best inthis fabulously original sequel to the bestselling ZOG. Meet the Flying Doctors: Princess Pearl, Sir Gadabout and, of course,their trusty 'air ambulance', Zog the dragon, as they fly aroundthe country, tending to a sunburnt mermaid, a distressed unicorn,and even a sneezy lion.
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Pan Macmillan The Gruffalo
Book SynopsisA mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood.A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good.Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo!Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a best-selling phenomenon across the world with over 13.5 million copies sold. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. No home should be without The Gruffalo!This edition features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small!Also available with redesigned covers are The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook's Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.Trade ReviewA modern classic * Observer *One of the best picture books ever written * Sun *One of the uK’s favourite bedtime stories * Eastern Daily Press *
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HarperCollins Publishers The Tiger Who Came to Tea
Book SynopsisThe classic picture book story of Sophie and her extraordinary teatime guest has been loved by millions of children since it was first published more than fifty years ago. Now an award-winning animation!Trade Review“It’s no surprise Judith’s work is still popular. It owes nothing to the vagaries of style or fashion. Her warmth and humanity are timeless.” Michael Foreman ‘Near perfection of form is embellished by clear, expressive illustrations. The pace is exactly right, the resolution totally satisfying.’ Dorothy Butler, Babies Need Books. ‘A modern classic.’ The Independent. ‘This book has enduring charm and young children will delight in the preposterous notion of a tiger creating mayhem in the house.’ Junior Magazine Praise for ‘Mog the Forgetful Cat’: ‘Grandparents are likely to get as much fun out of seeing it again as the new generation of fans just learning to read!’ Choice Magazine Praise for Goodbye Mog: ‘Kerr’s warmth, humour and honesty make this an engaging introduction to a difficult topic.’ Financial Times ‘Believable, amusing and moving.’ Nursery World ‘A supremely sensitive story.’ The Times Praise for ‘One Night in the Zoo’: ‘Lovely… uses soothing, pastel illustrations and exotic animals to make basic counting seem unintimidating.’ Daily Telegraph
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Monkeypig
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Scholastic Tiddler
Book SynopsisEvery day, Tiddler is late for school, and every day he has anothertall tale for his teacher. But did he really ride a seahorse?Did he really meet a mermaid? And who will believe him when he reallydoes get captured in a net?Picture-book perfection ... It's got laughs, drama and great rhymes.INDEPENDENT
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Scholastic Stick Man
Book SynopsisStick Man lives in the family treeWith his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three.But it's dangerous being a Stick Man. A dog wants to play with him,a swan builds her nest with him. He even ends up on a fire!Will he ever get back to the family tree?
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HarperCollins Publishers Mog the Forgetful Cat
Book SynopsisEveryone’s favourite family cat, Mog is loved by children everywhere for her funny and warm-hearted escapades.Trade ReviewPraise for Mog: ‘Since her debut in 1970, Mog has become… a national hero’ Junior Magazine ‘A firm favourite on children's bookshelves’ Telegraph ‘Mog is a star, she really is. I can't recommend her highly enough. Someone should give that cat a medal, or an egg for breakfast’ Bookbag ‘Delightful stories about the family cat with attitude’ Guardian 'Mog should be for life, not just for Christmas' Sunday Times 'An instant classic to rival The Snowman' Telegraph Praise for Judith Kerr: ‘One of the best authors a child of 3+ could encounter’ Times “It’s no surprise Judith’s work is still popular. It owes nothing to the vagaries of style or fashion. Her warmth and humanity are timeless” Michael Foreman
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Scholastic Zog
Book SynopsisZog is the keenest dragon in school. He's also the most accident-prone,flying into trees and even setting his own wing on fire. Luckily, a mysterious little girl always comes by and patches uphis bumps and bruises. But will she be able to help Zog with histoughest test: capturing a princess?
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Scholastic The Highway Rat
Book SynopsisLife is not safe for the other animals, as the villainous HighwayRat gallops along the highway, stealing their food. Clover froma rabbit; nuts from a squirrel - he even steals his own horse's hay. Then he meets his comeuppance, in the form of a cunning duck. A fabulous, rollicking rhyme, in the style of the Alfred Noyes poem,'The Highwayman'.
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HarperCollins Publishers Pete the Cat and his Four Groovy Buttons
Book SynopsisPete the Cat loves his four groovy buttons but can he keep singing without them? Pete the Cat is back in another rock'n'roll story about staying positive no matter what life throws at you.Pete is a rock along, sing along Cat and with his Four Groovy Buttons it's easy to keep singing!But when his groovy buttons don''t want to stay on, what does Pete do? Don't worry, it's all good Count along with Pete as he sees the bright side and keeps on rockin'.Pete the Cat is a NYT bestselling character guaranteed to keep you feeling good, and with a free song, you can sing along too!
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Hachette Children's Group Thoughts from a Quiet Bench
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Little Tiger Press Group Hank Meets Frank
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Pan Macmillan Monkey Puzzle
Book Synopsis"I've lost my mum!"Where is Monkey's mummy? It's not too much fun being lost in the jungle, and little monkey wants his mum. Kindly butterfly is keen to help, but they don't seem to be having much luck and keep finding the wrong animals! But eventually, they find . . . Dad! It's just as well that he knows exactly where mum is, and she's waiting with a well-deserved cuddle.Monkey Puzzle is a clever, funny and charming tale from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. This edition features the classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small!Also available with redesigned covers are The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Charlie Cook's Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.Trade Review. . . it will make you all laugh over and over again. * Independent on Sunday *
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HarperCollins Publishers Teletubbies Pocket Library
Book SynopsisIt's time to say Eh-oh!Say Eh-oh to Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa, Po and their friends in this Teletubbies Pocket Library. With six durable board books in a smart slipcase, each containing colourful images of everyone''s favourite Teletubbies characters.The world's biggest pre-school show is back! Almost 20 years after its huge debut DHX Media are remaking this iconic TV show for a brand new generation, with its original cast of colourful characters.
£5.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Hairy Maclary from Donaldsons Dairy
Book SynopsisJoin Hairy Maclary and his friends on their first ever adventure - a beloved rhyming classic for over 40 years!Over 5 million Hairy Maclary books sold worldwide.Hairy Maclary is off for a walk in town, and on the way he''s joined by many furry friends of all shops and sizes, from Bottomley Potts (covered in spots) to Schnitzel von Krumm (with a very low tum). But when they suddenly find themselves face-to-face with Scarface Claw - the toughest Tom in town - it''s time to run all the way back home!The brilliantly clever rhyme and vivid, engaging pictures have made this story into a children''s classic, beloved for over 40 years - and it''s still one of the most popular picture books today.Children will love looking at the detailed illustrations of each dog, and it''s a great conversation starter around different words to describe how each dog looks and might feel - The Evening StandardMore Hairy Maclary classics:Hairy Maclary''s BoneHairy Maclary''s Rumpus at the VetHairy Maclary''s Showbusiness
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Hachette Children's Group Love You Hoo
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Scholastic For Whom the Ball Rolls
Book SynopsisThe Supa Buddies have been working hard to help Dog Man overcomehis bad habits. But soon Dog Man finds himself the target of an all-newsupervillain! Meanwhile, Petey the Cat has been released fromjail and starts a new life. But when Petey's father arrives,Petey must face his past to understand the difference between beinggood and doing good.
£9.49
Walker Books Ltd Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes
Book SynopsisNothing is sweeter, as everyone knows, than tiny baby fingers and chubby baby toes!All over the world, babies are different. Yet in some ways they are very much the same: each one has ten little fingers and ten little toes to play with, to tickle, to wave. And each child is very, very special to its parentsWith Mem Fox''s gently rhyming text illustrated by Helen Oxenbury, best loved as the illustrator of the classic nursery join-in picture book We're Going on a Bear Hunt, Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes will fast become the essential book for baby playtime and the perfect gift for a new arrival!Trade ReviewIllustrated by Helen Oxenbury, known for We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, this beautiful book tells the story of different babies around the world with one thing in common – ten little fingers and ten little toes. The gentle rhyming means it’s ideal for reading aloud. Warning: it will be much-requested. -- Amy Nickell * i (The Independent) *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC A Little Slice of Sky
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Scholastic This Book is Full of Bunnies PB
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Pan Macmillan The Gruffalo
Book SynopsisA mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood. A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good.Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo!Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling phenomenon across the world with over 13.5 million copies sold. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. No home should be without The Gruffalo! This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans! Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook's Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.Trade ReviewA modern classic. * Observer *One of the best picture books ever written. * Sun *One of many classics by this pair, The Gruffalo celebrates using your wits to defeat your enemies * The Daily Mail *
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Hachette Children's Group The BigTime BoogieWoogie Animal Band
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Frances Lincoln Children's Books Unexpected Guests
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Hachette Children's Group The Way Home For Wolf
Book SynopsisA sparkling story of friendship, set in the snowy Arctic, from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside.Wolf cub Wilf doesn''t want help from anyone. Whatever it is, he can do it all by himself. But when Wilf finds himself lost and alone in the chill of the Arctic night, he discovers something important: sometimes we all need the helping hand of a friend.This positive rhyming tale of friendship and community is perfect for stubbornly independent little cubs everywhere! Look out for more heart-tingling tales from Rachel Bright and Jim Field:The Lion InsideThe Koala Who CouldThe Squirrels Who Squabbled Trade ReviewBright's lyrical verses are perfectly complemented by Jim Field's stunning illustrations. * The Daily Mail *Rachel's gentle but powerful rhyming text combined with Jim's magical, incredibly cinematic and utterly charming illustrations create a beautiful book celebrating the power of friendship, the kindness of strangers, and how wonderful things can happen when you ask for help if you need it. -- Alex T.Smith * BookTrust *a wonderfully touching and funny collaboration * The Daily Mail *A gorgeous introduction to a variety of Arctic animals that children will adore and which adds to the re-readability of the book. * Armadillo magazine *
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Hachette Children's Group The Lion Inside
Book SynopsisA bestselling story about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar.Trade ReviewA heartfelt message, delightfully conveyed * Parents in Touch *A delight to read over and over again * WRD *Charming... Older children will appreciate the moral of the story....Meanwhile, younger children will love looking at the fun, vibrant illustrations of all the animals * Mumfidential *[This] adorable, big-eared mouse will easily win over readers. * The Book List *Rachel Bright's rhyming story reads aloud well, and Jim Field's illustrations are a delight ... A book to treasure that has already been shared many times with grandchildren * School Librarian *
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O'Brien Press Ltd Milo and The Mountain
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Pan Macmillan Room on the Broom
Book SynopsisHow the cat purred and how the witch grinned,As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind.A very funny story of quick wits and friendship, Room on the Broom is another smash hit from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch's hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. It's a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn't used to such a heavy load and it's not long before . . . SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch's animal pals better think fast.This edition features the captivating classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small!Also available with redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook's Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.Trade ReviewJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler have come up with another gem . . . We loved it. * Independent *
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Pan Macmillan A Squash and a Squeeze
Book Synopsis"Wise old man, won't you help me, please? My house is a squash and squeeze."Visit the farm in the brilliantly funny A Squash and a Squeeze, the first ever picture book written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.A little old lady lives all by herself but she's not happy – her house is just too small, even for one. Whatever can she do? The wise old man knows: bring in a flappy, scratchy, greedy, noisy crowd of farmyard animals. When she pushes them all out again, she'll be amazed at how big her house feels!This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans!Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle and Charlie Cook's Favourite Book.Trade ReviewDonaldson is a witty poet who weaves a compelling narrative * The Bookseller Crow *
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Pan Macmillan The Smartest Giant in Town
Book SynopsisMeet a very helpful giant in this funny, big-hearted tale from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. George wished he wasn't the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it's time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he's the smartest giant in town . . . until he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help – and his clothes!This edition features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small!Also available with redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook's Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.Trade ReviewJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are a combination made in heaven. * Independent on Sunday *
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Hachette Children's Group Pooems
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Hachette Children's Group How to Catch an Idea
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Hachette Children's Group The Lion Inside Board Book
Book SynopsisBoard book edition of this bestselling story about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar.In a dry dusty place where the sand sparkled gold, stood a mighty flat rock, all craggy and old. And under that rock in a tinyful house, lived the littlest, quietest, meekest brown mouse.Fed up of being ignored by the other animals, Mouse wishes he could roar like Lion. But, as he discovers, even the biggest, bossiest people are scared sometimes ... and even the smallest creatures can have the heart of a lion! A modern classic, The Lion Inside has sold over 200,000 copies in the UK alone and been translated into over 30 languages worldwide.A heartfelt message, delightfully conveyed. Parents in TouchCaptivating. Books for KeepsA delight to read over and over again. WRDTrade ReviewA heartfelt message, delightfully conveyed * Parents in Touch *A delight to read over and over again * WRD *Charming... Older children will appreciate the moral of the story....Meanwhile, younger children will love looking at the fun, vibrant illustrations of all the animals * Mumfidential *[This] adorable, big-eared mouse will easily win over readers. * The Book List *Rachel Bright's rhyming story reads aloud well, and Jim Field's illustrations are a delight ... A book to treasure that has already been shared many times with grandchildren * School Librarian *
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Hachette Children's Group Giraffes Can't Dance
Book SynopsisNumber One bestseller Giraffes Can't Dance from author Giles Andreae has been delighting children for over 20 years. Gerald the tall giraffe would love to join in with the other animals at the Jungle Dance, but everyone knows that giraffes can't dance . . . or can they? A funny, touching and triumphant picture book story about a giraffe who finds his own tune and confidence too, with joyful illustrations from Guy Parker Rees and a foiled cover. ... wonderfully funny. - IndependentA fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful romp of a picture book. All toddlers should grow up reading this or hearing their parents read it aloud to them. - Daily TelegraphA joyful read about an outsider who finds acceptance on his own terms.... there's also a simple moral about tolerance and daring to be different. - JuniorTrade ReviewAn inspiration. * Church Times *A wonderful, light-hearted story. * Bournemouth Daily Echo *A hit with young children since it was first published 10 years ago * Daily Express *A can-do story with lively pictures and an immensely pleasing text. * Times Educational Supplement *Brilliant use of colour, a continual sense of movement and high good humour all help to make this picture book richly enjoyable. * Carousel *A gloriously colourful and lively book with a strong message. * Sunderland Echo *Superb...a wonderfully funny book. * The Independent *Extraordinary and exuberant...a terrific tale and a positive message about celebrating difference. * Bournemouth Echo *This rhyming poem is excellent. * The Bookseller *Managed to capture the hearts of countless children. A modern classic. * Baby & Me *A fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful romp * The Daily Telegraph *A lovely rhyming picture book about understanding differences * motherandbaby.co.uk *Lovely * Lytham St Annes Express *This is a lovely story that incorporates several dance forms including waltz, tango, Scottish reel amd rock n roll. I have also used the story to introduce infant classes to Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata and had them playing along with it * SAME Magazine *Giraffes Can't Dance ... has been a bestseller for more than 15 years - and for good reason ... There's a very powerful message in there about daring to be different, and accepting others too * Irish Daily Mail *This rhyming story will delight young children and get them popping along with the rhythm * Evening Standard *A rhyming story with superb illustrations... wonderfully funny. * Independent *a joyful read about an outsider who finds acceptance on his own terms.... there's also a simple moral about tolerance and daring to be different. * Junior *This delightful picture book is written in lively rhyming text with vivacious illustrations. * Junior *Witty match of rollicking rhyme and bold colour. * Guardian *A fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful romp of a picture book. All toddlers should grow up reading this or hearing their parents read it aloud to them. * Daily Telegraph *
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Walker Books Ltd Coorie Doon A Scottish Lullaby Story
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Scholastic Superworm
Book SynopsisNever fear, Superworm's here! He can fish Beetle out of a well, andrescue Toad from a busy road. But who will come to Superworm'srescue, when he's captured by a wicked Wizard Lizard? Luckily, allof Superworm's insect friends have a cunning plan...
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Scholastic The Ugly Five
Book SynopsisInspired by the real-life Ugly Five safari animals, THE UGLY FIVEis a jubilant celebration of creatures that are often rather unloved. The animals proudly rejoice in their ugliness, while theirbabies tell them they're perfect just the way they are. A funny,heart-warming rhyme that is a joy to read aloud, with bold, comicalillustrations.
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Andersen Press Ltd Elmer
Book SynopsisElmer is different. Elmer is patchwork. The grey elephants all love him, but he soon starts to wonder what it would be like to be just the same as them... Full of colour, wisdom and pathos, little readers will love this classic tale at bedtime. Deservedly a modern classic, with over ten million copies of his books sold worldwide, Elmer’s subtle message, that it is OK to be different, resonates with children across the world. Elmer the colourful patchwork elephant has been a nursery favourite since 1989. 'A deserved favourite with the 2-5s' SUNDAY TIMESTrade Review"Unquestionably the life and soul of the party. I loved this book from the first time I read it." * Exepose *"Its message of celebrating diversity and uniqueness is just as topical today as it was when celebrated author David McKee first created Elmer." * Junior Magazine *"This board book edition is everything you would hope for... perfect." * The Bookbag *"A deserved favourite with the 2-5s." * The Sunday Times *"A wonderfully upbeat and powerful tale that celebrates the uniqueness of the individual - and provides one of literature's best-loved characters too." * Junior *
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Nosy Crow Ltd Pip and Posy The Duckling Picture A TV tiein picture book
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Hachette Children's Group The Chattysaurus
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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Unsettling Salad
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HarperCollins Publishers The Day The Crayons Quit
Book SynopsisThe Number One New York Times Bestseller!Included in BookTrust's 100 Best Books for ChildrenDebut author Drew Daywalt and international bestseller Oliver Jeffers team up to create a colourful solution to a crayon-based crisis in this playful, imaginative story that will have children laughing and playing with their crayons in a whole new way.Poor Duncan just wants to colour in. But when he opens his box of crayons, he only finds letters, all saying the same thing: We quit!Beige is tired of playing second fiddle to Brown, Blue needs a break from colouring in all that water, while Pink just wants to be used. Green has no complaints, but Orange and Yellow are no longer speaking to each other.The battle lines have been drawn. What is Duncan to do?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 Praise for Stuck:‘Brilliantly silly’ – The Telegraph Praise for The Incredible Book Eating Boy:‘Mouth-wateringly irresistible’ The Guardian Praise for Stuck:‘Brilliantly silly’ – The Telegraph Praise for The Incredible Book Eating Boy:‘Mouth-wateringly irresistible’ The Guardian
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Pan Macmillan The Perfect Pet
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Pan Macmillan Badger's Band: A Lift-the-flap Story
Book SynopsisLift the flaps and join in the fun with Badger's Band, a story in the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood preschool series by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.Badger wants to start a band and his friends are keen to join in the fun. Tortoise plays the trumpet and Bear can play piano, but who else wants to join the band? Lift the flaps to find out and join Badger and his friends for a special concert.With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, Badger's Band joins the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood which have been delighting parents and children for over twenty years.More lift-the-flap adventures from Acorn Wood: Cat's Cookbook, Squirrel's Snowman and Mole's Spectacles. Look out for new Acorn Wood story Dormouse Has a Cold.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Sleep Tight Disgusting Blob
Book SynopsisIncluded in the best new picture books and novels round-up in The Guardian, 2025. This rhyming bedtime picture book is a witty, tender mix of the adorable and the appalling. - The Guardian Huw Aaron takes the traditional bedtime story and flips it on its head with this lovely rhyming tale that understands you''re never too young for a bit of gentle irony. A perfect bedtime story for the disgusting blob in your life. - The Times All creatures grim and evil, under the tired sun, are settling down - and so must you, my horrible little oneIt's time to go to bed, and whether you are a phantom, a vampire, a Dark Lord or a yeti, you still must brush your teeth, put on your pyjamas, and settle down with a cosy story.Your duvet is soft and slimy.Your pillow is lovely and damp.Cuddle in close with a book (or three).We''ll read by the light of the lamp. Full of warmth and humour (and slime!) this rhyming bedtime book will disgust and delight sleepy little monsters everywhere.
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Pan Macmillan A Squash and a Squeeze
Book Synopsis"Wise old man, won't you help me, please? My house is a squash and squeeze."Visit the farm in the brilliantly funny A Squash and a Squeeze, the first ever picture book written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. A little old lady lives all by herself in her house but she's not happy - it's just too small, even for one. Whatever can she do? The wise old man knows: bring in a flappy, scratchy, greedy, noisy crowd of farmyard animals. When she pushes them all out again, she'll be amazed at how big her house feels!This edition features the classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small!Also available with redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle and Charlie Cook's Favourite Book.Trade ReviewMy readers collapsed in heaps, and then had to have it read again. -- Vivian French * Guardian *
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Scholastic The Smeds and the Smoos
Book SynopsisSoar into space with a glorious story of alien folk that's literallyout of this world! The Smeds (who are red) nevermix with the Smoos (who are blue). So when a young Smed and Smoofall in love, their families don't approve. But peace is restoredand love conquers all in this irresistible tale from the creatorsof STICK MAN.
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Phoenix International Publications, Inc. Hot Wheels Lets Race Pizza to Go Go Go Steering Wheel Sound Book
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Scholastic The Scarecrows Wedding
Book SynopsisWritten in Julia Donaldson's glorious rhyme and illustrated in glowingcolour by Axel Scheffler, THE SCARECROWS' WEDDING is a fabulouslove story. Scarecrows Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay are planningthe perfect wedding, but wicked Reginald Rake has other ideas. Harry must become a hero so he and Betty can have the weddingof their dreams.
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