Picture storybooks
Penguin Random House Children's UK Hairy Maclary from Donaldsons Dairy
Book SynopsisJoin Hairy Maclary and his friends on their first ever adventure in this golden 40th anniversary edition of the beloved rhyming classic!Out of the gate and off for walk,Went Hairy Maclary from Donaldson''s DairyHairy Maclary is off for a walk, and he''s joined by furry friends of all shapes 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!Delighting generation after generation of children, Hairy Maclary is packed with vivid illustrations and playful rhymes.It''s just funny, really entertaining and fun. Perfect for children who love dogs. - Catherine RaynerAn absolute classic - packed full of repetition- Book Share TimeMore Hairy Maclary classics:Hairy Maclary''s BoneHairy Maclary''s Rumpus at the VetHairy Maclary''s ShowbusinessTrade Review(Hairy Maclary is) a child's best introduction to books * The Times *The rhyming verse is delightful to read aloud and soon learned by heart * Independent *
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Pan Macmillan The Detective Dog
Book SynopsisWhen a crime needs solving, there’s only one dog for the job! Join Nell the Detective and help solve the mystery of the missing books.There once was a dog with a keen sense of smell.She was known far and wide as Detective Dog Nell.Peter’s dog Nell has an amazing sense of smell. Her ever-sniffing nose is always hard at work solving mysteries and finding all Peter’s lost toys. But Nell has other talents too . . .When she’s not cracking cases, Nell goes to school with Peter and listens to the children read. Books about dinosaurs, books about space and even books about dogs – Nell loves them all! But one day Peter and Nell arrive at school to find all the books have disappeared! Who could have taken them, and why? Luckily, Detective Dog Nell, with help from the whole class, is ready to sniff out the thief!Written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by the multi-talented illustrator and print-maker Sara Ogilvie, The Detective Dog is a fast-paced celebration of books, reading, libraries and the relationship between a little boy and his rather special dog.Trade ReviewTo look at, read aloud and listen to, this book is a delight. * The Sunday Times *A new book by Julia Donaldson is always a cause for celebration, and this latest offering is set to be another classic: a heartwarming celebration of books, libraries, reading and friendship, it's got all the trademark poetry Donaldson is renowned for, vibrantly brought to life by Ogilvie's illustrations. A surefire hit. * Huffington Post *a celebration of books and libraries, perfect for class reading * Angels & Urchins *Will make both children and parents smile. * Irish Independent *A satisfying, action-filled story perfectly told, and Sara Ogilvy's illustrations are full of character. * LoveReading4Kids *
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HarperCollins Publishers Pete the Cat I Love My White Shoes
Book SynopsisPete the Cat is off for a walk in his brand new white shoes, and he feels like singing. I love my white shoes' But can he keep the music flowing if his shoes aren''t so white any more?Pete the Cat is feeling good in his brand new white shoes, just walking along, singing his song. I love my white shoes, I love my white shoes' Groovy! But when Pete steps in some strawberries, some blueberries, and some mud, his shoes aren''t so white any more!But even without his white shoes, Pete the Cat is all goodPete 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 The Koala Who Could
Book SynopsisA funny rhyming story about dealing with change and overcoming worries, from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside.In a wonderful place, at the breaking of dawn, where the breezes were soft and the sunshine was warm, a place where the creatures ran wild and played free ... A Koala called Kevin clung to a tree.Meet Kevin. A koala who likes to keep things the same. Exactly the same. But sometimes change comes along whether we like it or not... And, as Kevin discovers, if you step outside your comfort zone and try new things, you might just surprise yourself!WINNER of the Sainsbury''s Book Award and the Evening Standard Oscar''s Book Prize!''Fabulous rhymes, I''m in love with Kevin and would like to buy this for all my friends'' children.'' Claudia Winkleman''A feel-good rhyming tale . . . Field''s Australian animals are a treat'' - BooksellerTrade ReviewBright's fun rhyming narrative is perfectly complemented by Jim Field's bold illustrations in an inspiring story about Kevin the cautious koala who learns that stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to big adventures. * The Mail Online *A charming rhyming tale about a koala averse to change who discovers that taking small risks can lead to big adventures * Huffington Post *This is a joyful affirmation of adventure and is perfect for any shy, nervous readers, as well as those little ones who are a shade more rambunctious * Daily Mail *A stylish book with a reassuring message about accepting change. * Parents In Touch *This inspiring tale is about learning to let go so to discover new things. Good for bedtime, classrooms and cautious children! * South Wales Evening Post *A perfect tale for cautious children * Inis *...a wonderful, fun, joyful story to read and to share. -- Caroline Horn * Reading Zone *Rachel's rhymes are sublime ... Jim Field's humorous animal illustrations are fab, fab, FAB ... a sunshiney book full of fun * ReaditDaddy *Fans of The Gruffalo and Giraffes Can't Dance will love this feelgood rhyming story portraying a positive message about facing up to change ...Stylish art with Jon Klassen appeal and vibrant storytelling from two contemporary stars make this a story to shout about - it will make you laugh, cry and read it every bedtime. * Booktopia *What delectable scenes Jim Field has created to accompany Rachel Bright's catchy, fun to read aloud, rhyming narrative * Red Reading Hub *There was nothing I disliked in this. This is an amazing book, you should definitely try it. * Evening Echo (Cork) *A feel good rhyming story...good to read aloud. * Sunday Independent *The idea that you can't eradicate fear but can learn to manage it is a complex message made wodnerfully accesible. * Evening Standard *
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Little Tiger Press Group This Girl Can Do Anything
Book SynopsisMeet Ruby. Ruby can do ANYTHING. She knows what she wants, and NOTHING is going to stop her – not a rainy day, a hard-to-reach treehouse or a pesky skateboard. Just you wait and see . . . With expressive, retro illustrations from exciting new illustration talent Hazel Quintanilla, this empowering book celebrates strong girls the world over. Little ones will LOVE Ruby – the ultimate feisty role model to show young girls how to harness their voice and inner strength. "There is so much for girls to enjoy in this book. Stereotypes are explored, considered, and shattered as readers empathise with the splendidly anarchic central character . . . Parents and teachers will enjoy sharing this book with young children and will find the text invites conversations and important ideas." – Jaki Brien, School Librarian Magazine Review. Coming soon: This Girl Can Be a Bit Shy
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HarperCollins Publishers Oh The Places Youll Go
Book SynopsisCelebrate life's ups and downs in this gorgeous paperback edition of the bestselling Dr. Seuss classic!Congratulations!Today is your day.You're off to Great Places!You're off and away!For more than thirty years, this Dr. Seuss classic has carried us through life's ups and downs from fun times and triumphs, to lurches and slumps!Take an entertaining look at the adventures life has in store for all of us in this very special paperback edition of the beloved classic.The perfect gift for every moment in life, from graduations, weddings and birthdays, to those when you just need a little lift.Trade ReviewPraise for Dr. Seuss: “[Dr. Seuss] has…instilled a lifelong love of books, learning and reading [in children]” The Telegraph “Dr. Seuss ignites a child’s imagination with his mischievous characters and zany verses” The Express “The magic of Dr. Seuss, with his hilarious rhymes, belongs on the family bookshelf” Sunday Times Magazine “The author… has filled many a childhood with unforgettable characters, stunning illustrations, and of course, glorious rhyme” The Guardian
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Oxford University Press The Twirly Wiggly Dance
Book SynopsisLittle Intisar has a BIG job at her Auntie Mahira''s wedding: she''s going to dance in the group performance!As she practises, she realizes there is one dance move that she just can''t do-no matter how hard she twirls and wiggles. Intisar worries she''ll ruin the whole routine, and disappoint Auntie Mahira. Can Intisar''s family of movers and groovers show her that being herself is far more fun than being perfect?With extra pages at the back of the book with non-fiction information about all the events of a Muslim wedding, this is a perfect book to read and talk about together. The Twirly Wiggly Dance is a relatable story about finding your own groove, with the celebratory backdrop of an Indian Muslim wedding. This story is based author Farrah Riaz''s own childhood experience, and beautifully illustrated by Navya Raju.
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Little Tiger Press Group Mr Nortons New Truck
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC You Cant Take An Elephant On the Bus
Book Synopsis''You will laugh out loud'' - Guardian_______________Get ready for a fun-filled ride and join a whole range of crazy creatures on a hilarious picture book adventure!You can't take an elephant on the bus It would simply cause a terrible fuss!Elephants'' bottoms are heavy and fatand would certainly squash the seats quite flat.Never put a camel in a sailing boat, or a tiger on a train, and don''t even THINK about asking a whale to ride a bike This riotous picture book is filled with animals causing total disaster as they try to travel in the most unsuitable vehicles. With hilarious rhyming text and spectacular illustrations, this is a real romp of a book perfect for reading aloud!_______________Don''t miss out on the other hilarious books in this series: You Can''t Let an Elephant Drive a Digger, You Can''t Call Trade ReviewYou will laugh out loud * Guardian *‘… delightfully brought to life with David Tazzyman’s quirky illustrations and a jaunty rhyming text. You will laugh out loud as tigers ride on trains, whales ride on bikes and giraffes go on aeroplanes’ * Publishers Association *The bold, caricature style illustrations, rhyming couplets, and varying font styles add to the humour * Practical Pre-School *Everything that you could wish for in a picture book, humour, ridiculous situations and imagination stimulating scenarios. Quite frankly, this is picture book writing and illustration at its very best * Being a Mummy *David Tazzyman’s scratchy style is a great match to this scatty surprising picture book’ * Books for Keeps *Chaotic, crazy, fabulously funny and full of humorously energetic illustrations, this is a book that promises to evoke giggles of glee from readers fortunate enough to come across it * Eye, Eye *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Rubys Worry
Book SynopsisA reassuring and sensitive book the perfect springboard for talking to children about sharing their hidden worries. From the Big Bright Feelings series by Tom PercivalBe open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people.''If your child has a worry - and all children do have worries - this is the ideal book to encourage them to talk about it'' Parents In TouchRuby loves being Ruby. Until, one day, she finds a worry.At first it''s not such a big worry, and that''s all right, but then it starts to grow. It gets bigger and bigger every day and it makes Ruby sad. How can Ruby get rid of it and feel like herself again?A perceptive and poignant story that is a must-have for all children''s bookshelves. From Tom Percival''s bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, this is the perfect book for discussing childhood worries and anxieties, no matter how big or small they may be.Trade ReviewIf your child has a worry - and all children do have worries - this is the ideal book to encourage them to talk about it * Parents in Touch *With gorgeous illustrations and careful, beautiful words, it’s a must buy for any child who worries or panics a bit more than they’d like * Irish Examiner *Written with a lightness of touch … this is a very special book * Angels & Urchins *A valuable asset to the library of a child who experiences anxiety and a great book to get children talking about their feelings * Kirkus Reviews *A reassuring and thoughtful book that offers an optimistic but realistic resolution. * Ten of the Best: books starring children from BAME backgrounds, Books For Keeps *A joyous, original paen to individuality * Guardian on PERFECTLY NORMAN *A sweet and uplifting story that celebrates diversity … and inspires children to dare to be different and have the courage to stand out * BookTrust on PERFECTLY NORMAN *
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Quarto Publishing PLC No Im a... SHARK
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Hachette Children's Group The Paper Piano
Book SynopsisWhen Noah hears beautiful piano music sweeping through the station, he longs to play. Without a pianoof his own, he carefully crafts one out of paper, and the notes fill his head night and day. Until finally, with the help of a neighbour, his musical dream comes true . . .An inspirational picture book about the power of perseverance and music, celebrating the joy that railway station pianos can bring to all.
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Scholastic The Leaf Thief
Book SynopsisSquirrel is so cross. Yesterday there were loads of beautiful leaveson his tree, but today? Today some are missing and Squirrel isconvinced that someone has stolen them. there's a leaf thief onthe loose!
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Pan Macmillan A Dress with Pockets
Book Synopsis"Destined to become a beloved classic" – The IA funny and frock-filled story for modern children who don't just want sequins and sparkles on their dresses, from rising star Lily Murray and Waterstones Prize-winning illustrator, Jenny Lovlie. Lucy and Aunt Augusta are dress shopping. And, at the Fabulous Fashion Store, there are dresses to suit just about everyone. There are fancy dresses, frilly dresses, stripy dresses, silly dresses, sun dresses, fun dresses, blue dresses, green. . . But Lucy doesn't care about frills or lace. She wants a dress WITH POCKETS. And as she wades through the titchy dresses, witchy dresses, very, very itchy dresses, she starts to worry about where she's going to put her leaves, and nettles, and delicate petals, her magical spells and beautiful shells. . . The hunt is on: will Lucy find the dress of her dreams?A lighthearted story with a subtle feminist undertone that celebrates the joy of pockets, and how they can unleash the inquisitive, adventurous spirit of all young children.Trade ReviewSmart, funny and joyful, destined to become a beloved classic -- Marianne Levy * The I *The perfect book for all of my children. It’s colourful, fun and full of possibilities. The illustrations are just gorgeous, so playful and fun with beautiful, captivating colours. For every child who loves to dream big and have fantastic adventures, this is the book for them. * Mini Travellers *Fun, colourful illustrations -- Newbury Weekly NewsPlayful rhyming dialogue and intricate, enticing pictures perfectly convey the need for children’s clothes with inbuilt freedom to explore. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *Our favourite picturebook of the year! A wonderful story about the importance of pockets, and of nurturing the inquisitive and adventurous streak in all children. A charming and important story, beautifully told and illustrated. * Bristol 24/7 *
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Walker Books Ltd The Pigeon Needs a Bath
Book SynopsisThe pigeon is BACK! And he STINKS! No, really, he actually smells very bad...Smell? What smell? I don''t smell. YOU smell. In this hilarious, interactive read in Mo Willems'' award-winning Pigeon series, the Pigeon needs a bath! Except, well, the Pigeon''s really not so sure about that... Besides, he took a bath last month! Maybe. It looks like it''s going to take some serious convincing to get the Pigeon to take the plunge!Trade ReviewThis is a laugh-out-loud, read-out-even-louder brand new pigeon book from the New York Times best-selling picture book master - Mo Willems complete with awesome self-analysis by the pigeon in the form of speech bubbles of whether he does or doesn't smell and whether he does or doesn't want a bath. Mo's Pigeon encompasses all the melodrama that most 3 or 4 years olds muster on a daily occasion including... trying to avoid bathtime! * Lovereading4kids *Mo Willems’ pigeon books have been family favourites for years * The Times *
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O'Brien Press Ltd The UpsideDown Lighthouse
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Little Tiger Press Group We Are All One
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Quarto Publishing PLC The Chase
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Magic Cat Publishing The Bedtime Music Book
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Pi Kids Disney Pixar Cars KaChow Sound Book
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Scholastic The Christmas Pine
Book SynopsisA stunning picture book for Christmas, written in Julia Donaldson'sperfect, heartfelt rhyme. Deep in a snowy wood stands a littlepine tree with a special destiny: it's going to be the famous Christmastree in Trafalgar Square! With gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations,this beautiful, moving story brims with festivity andhope.
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HarperCollins Publishers Too Cute Tales The Number One Cute Contest
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Little Tiger Press Group Our Tree
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Owlet Press The Royal Request
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Phoenix International Publications, Inc. Musical ABC
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Walker Books Ltd The Hairy Toe
Book SynopsisIn this spine-tickling traditional tale, an old woman finds a hairy toe and soon the owner comes looking for it!While out picking beans an old woman finds a hairy toe and soon wishes she hadn''t especially when its owner comes looking for it... Humorously illustrated by Daniel Postgate this spine-tickling traditional tale is perfect for halloween and shouts to be read out loud!
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Pan Macmillan The Snail and the Whale
Book Synopsis"How I long to sail!" said the tiny snail.The Snail and the Whale is a delightful tale of adventure and friendship by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. One little snail longs to see the world and hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, past icebergs and volcanoes, sharks and penguins, and the little snail feels so small in the vastness of the world. But when disaster strikes and the whale is beached in a bay, it's the tiny snail's big plan that saves the day.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 Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook's Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze. Trade ReviewBold and brilliant, wise and wacky * The Times *A joy to read aloud * Guardian *Lashings of colourful comedy * The Times *Deeply satisfying * Daily Mail *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Youll Always Be My Baby
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Hachette Children's Group 101 Bunny Bums
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Pan Macmillan Gozzle
Book SynopsisWhen Bear finds an egg on his doorstep, he has no clue that what's hatching isn't just a lost goose, but a family! A collaboration from Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie, the award-winning, bestselling duo behind The Detective Dog and The Hospital Dog.
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Pan Macmillan The Gruffalo's Child
Book SynopsisJoin the Gruffalo's Child for a BIG adventure in this clever sequel to much-loved modern classic, The Gruffalo, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo's child disobeys her father's warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn't really exist . . . does he?The Gruffalo's Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson's trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler's brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo's Child has followed firmly in her father's footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again!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!Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale.Trade ReviewA variation on the relationship between the canny mouse and the gentle but huge and ugly Gruffalo, so deliciously played out in The Gruffalo, is wittily recreated in this welcome encore. * Guardian *The Gruffalo’s Child achieves the impossible - an even more endearing, witty and delightful book than its parent. * The Bookseller *
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Hachette Children's Group Octonauts Above Beyond The Volcano Shark Rescue
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Jolly Christmas Postman The Jolly Postman
Book SynopsisDiscover the magical Christmas story that has delighted children for generations!The Jolly Postman has a busy day ahead. It''s Christmas Eve in Fairy-Tale Land and there''s plenty of post for him to deliver!There''s a card for Baby Bear, a get-well jigsaw for Humpty Dumpty and even something for Red Riding Hood. But, can he deliver it all before Christmas?Little hands will love opening the envelopes to read the post in this magical story, full of festive, fairy tale surprises!Looking for more Ahlberg stories? Burglar BillStarting SchoolPeepo Funnybones
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Scholastic Stick Man Early Reader
Book SynopsisAn Early Reader edition of Stick Man's fabulous adventure, from thebestselling creators of ZOG and THE HIGHWAY RAT. It's dangerous being a Stick Man. A dog wants to play with him, aswan builds her nest with him. He even ends up on a fire! Will heever get back to the family tree?
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Hachette Children's Group Kid Rex to the Rescue
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Walker Books Ltd A Piglet Named Mercy
Book SynopsisEvery porcine wonder was once a piglet! Celebrate the joy of a new arrival with this endearing picture book prequel to the New York Times bestselling Mercy Watson series.Mr Watson and Mrs Watson live ordinary lives. Sometimes their lives feel a bit too ordinary. Sometimes they wish something different would happen. And one day it does, when someone unpredictable finds her way to their front door...In a delightful origin story for the star of the Mercy Watson series, a tiny piglet brings love (and chaos) to Deckawoo Drive and the Watsons' lives will never be the same.Trade Review“The eloquent, expressive pictures give vivid voice to the characters. A heart-warming tale that will demand to be read again and again. Just wonderful!” * Fallen Star Stories *
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Quarto Publishing PLC Being the Biggest
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Pan Macmillan Gozzle
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Flying Eye Books Leaf
Book SynopsisWhen a polar bear arrives unexpectedly in the woods, the other animals fear and avoid him, suspecting him to be dangerous - and his odd habit of collecting leaves only adds to their distrust. Then one day, they watch as he attempts to fly over the water with wings made of colourful leaves... trying to get back home. Perhaps he isn't so different after all?Trade ReviewLeaf draws on themes about the environment, prejudice against those who seem different and learning to communicate, illustrated in a way which combines the naturalistic and the fantastic. * CLPE *The balance of whimsical colors and deep blue ocean sets this book apart. * Ravaliabhiram on Instagram *This is a really lovely story with an important message and the illustrations are simply stunning. * Hookable_books on Instagram *
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Fox & Ink Books Put Your Records On
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Little Tiger Press Group I Am Strong Just Being Me
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Scholastic Twenty Dinosaurs at Bedtime BB
Book SynopsisMixing dinosaurs, counting and bedtime, children will love this brilliantlyfun board book!
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Tate Publishing Mildred and the Copycat
Book SynopsisThe hotly anticipated next adventure for the beloved Mildred the Gallery Cat, whose secret career as an artist comes under threat by aloof street artist, Barksy...
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Were Going on an Egg Hunt
Book Synopsis_______________THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER_______________THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD!We''re going on an egg hunt.We''re going to find them all.We''re REALLY excited.Hooray for Easter Day!Join the Easter Bunnies as they set off on an exciting lift-the-flap Easter egg hunt. With ten eggs to find and count, it''s great fun. But watch out for the obstacles along the way lambs, chicks, bees and ducks and there''s even a wolfish surprise, so do take care.Based on the traditional ''We''re Going on a Lion Hunt'' rhyme, the delightful illustrations and read-aloud story will be a huge hit with all fans of the classic We''re Going on a Bear Hunt.The Bunny Adventures series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come._Trade ReviewA holiday read that is cheerfully chaotic and energetically well calculated * The Observer *The illustrations are lovely and spring-like, with lots to spot and discuss; the book will make a lovely alternative gift for Easter * Parents in Touch *
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Pan Macmillan Little Goose's Autumn
Book SynopsisLittle Goose's Autumn is a second stunning story from an exciting picture book pairing and the uplifting tale of a lively young goose finding her place in the world.As summer fades to autumn, a lively young goose feels a change in the air and senses she has something important to do – but what? The beavers are chopping wood, the squirrels are storing nuts in the ground and the bears are busy building a den. The plucky little goose tries to join in, but without great success. She realizes her wings weren't built for chopping wood, or burying food, or building a den, but they were built for something magnificent – they were built for flight . . . A beautiful, lyrical and hopeful story about finding your wings and your place in the world. Written by star picture book author, Elli Woollard with wonderful illustrations by rising talent, Briony May Smith, whose artwork brings an autumnal landscape of mountains and forests to life with truly breathtaking beauty.
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Scholastic Nice Work for the Cat and the King NE
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Flying Eye Books The Secret of Black Rock
Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE 2018 WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE FOR BEST ILLUSTRATED BOOK This surreal modern folk-tale tells the story of an adventurous young girl who must protect a peaceful living creature. Erin loves to lie on the jetty, looking for the weirdest fish in the sea -- the weirder, the better! And she knows the best ones must be further out, where her mum won't let her go ...Out there in the deepest sea lies the Black Rock: a huge, dark and spiky mass that is said to destroy any boats that come near it! Can Erin uncover the truth behind this mysterious legend?Trade ReviewUnderneath the surface, like Black Rock itself, it holds a gentle environmental message. The colour palette is stunning and the images from under the sea are dream like. A magical read. * Children's Book Ireland *The Secret of Black Rock is a wonderful lovely story where the narrative is primarily told by the beautiful illustrations and parents will love it as much as their children do. -- Jamie McNeil * The Slings & Arrows Graphic Novel Guide *It has some brilliant illustrations, especially of the fish and the creatures that live around Black Rock. * St Helens Libraries on Twitter *
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Andersen Press Ltd After the Fall
Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE 2019 UKLA BOOK AWARD After the fall, Humpty Dumpty is a broken egg. Life is tough: he's so afraid of heights, he can't even bear to climb onto his bed, or reach his favourite cereal on the top shelf at the supermarket. But one day, fuelled by his passion for bird-watching, he decides to conquer his fears and something amazing happens... ‘A tender, wryly funny look at trauma and recovery’ GUARDIANTrade Review"The images, influenced by pop art and Disney, are witty and reward close attention. Detailed pictures of interiors, roofscapes, and street scenes, cleverly lit, show how Humpty can’t sleep in his high bunk, how the boring cereals are on the low shelves, and how he walks along the shadow of a wall when he dare not climb the real thing." * Sunday Times *"A tender, wryly funny look at trauma and recovery" -- Imogen Russell Williams * Guardian *"Original, humorous and ecstatic" * Times Literary Supplement *"More than a nursery rhyme remix, Santat’s story speaks boldly to the grip of fear and trauma, and to the exhilaration of mastering it." * Publishers Weekly, starred review *"A validating and breathtaking next chapter of a Mother Goose favourite." * Kirkus, starred review *
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