Picture storybooks

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  • When I Became Your Mummy

    Nosy Crow Ltd When I Became Your Mummy

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisA heart-warming book celebrating the special bond between mothers and their children, featuring flurries of rose gold foil on every page!When I became your mummy,and you cuddled close to me,I knew right from that momentjust how strong our love would be.A beautiful, reassuring picture book about the unconditional love a mother has for her children. Whether chasing butterflies, bounding across meadows, or snuggling down at bedtime, there's nothing this little bunny rabbit loves more than spending time with their mummy.With a lyrical rhyming text by Susannah Shane and stunning artwork by award-winning artist Britta Teckentrup, this picture book makes the perfect gift for Mother's Day or following the arrival of a new baby.

    7 in stock

    £11.69

  • Can You Find It Bedtime with the Very Hungry Caterpillar

    Penguin Young Readers Group Can You Find It Bedtime with the Very Hungry Caterpillar

    4 in stock

    4 in stock

    £8.54

  • Can Findus Find Pettson?

    Hawthorn Press Can Findus Find Pettson?

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisFindus has drawn a picture for Pettson. But where is Pettson? Findus asks everyone he meets, but nobody seems to know ? not the hens, not the cows, not even the muckles. How will Findus find Pettson?Suitable for children from age two years upwards, this board book is brightly illustrated with lively and lovable characters. As with other Findus titles in our series, it follows the adventures and misdemeanours of the mischievous Findus the Cat and Farmer Pettson, along with their muckle friends. Within the vibrant storylines the Findus books gently approach personal and social issues which the characters learn to overcome with humour and playfulness.

    5 in stock

    £6.99

  • The Crow's Tale

    Quarto Publishing PLC The Crow's Tale

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn the dark depths of winter, snow is falling and the animals are freezing and famished. Brave Crow sets out on a dangerous journey to find the Sun, and beg for warmth. Will Crow succeed, and what will happen to his colourful rainbow feathers? Inspired by a Lenape Native American myth, this beautiful debut picture book shows how courage and kindness are what really matter.Trade Review'This beautiful debut picture book shows how courage and kindness are what matter.' Listed in Children's Buyer's Guide 'Picture Book Hardback' category

    7 in stock

    £8.54

  • Cloud Tea Monkeys

    Walker Books Ltd Cloud Tea Monkeys

    Book SynopsisMonkeys come to the rescue of a struggling family in this traditional tale from a Carnegie Medal winner.Tashi lives in a tiny village below the tea plantations where her mother earns a living. One day her mother falls ill, and Tashi must pick tea to earn the money for a doctor. But she is too small to reach the tender shoots and the cruel Overseer sends her away empty-handed. Tashi needs a miracle. Then, on the mountains high above the plantation where only monkeys live, something extraordinary happens that will change her life for everTrade Review"The touching tale of Tashi's relationship with her mother and with a troupe of monkeys is enhanced by Juan Wijngaard's evocative and sumptuous illustrations... Beautifully produced, the novel is an object to cherish and a tale to remember." (Sunday Times)"

    £8.54

  • Love Monster and the Scary Something

    HarperCollins Publishers Love Monster and the Scary Something

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisA funny and reassuring story featuring Love Monster, who now appears in his own animated television show on CBeebies!It's way past bedtime o'clock in Cutesville and Love Monster is the only one who's wide awake Or is he?As the sounds of the night make his imagination run wild will he be brave enough to stare his fears straight in the googly eye?A heart-poppingly empowering, edge-of the-bed story, about how, sometimes, it's only when we face our fears, that we find out there was nothing to be scared of, after all.Trade ReviewPraise for Love Monster: “A delightful story with an aah ending.” – The Sun “A sweetly inspiring story aimed at encouraging little readers to take positive action when life is not going their way." – The Observer “Love Monster is a delightful book which has gorgeous pictures, clear text, and a witty story line” – We Love This Book Praise for Love Monster and the Last Chocolate:“If your Easter holidays involve chocolate, and you can bear a story set in Cutesville, Rachel Bright’s scrumptious Love Monster and the Last Chocolate, with its comical, grainy images and lovely retro typeface, will be as enticing as a strawberry swirl. Our googly-eyed hero faces a moral dilemma that chocolate-lovers of all ages will appreciate.” The Sunday Times

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Nibbles: The Bedtime Book

    Little Tiger Press Group Nibbles: The Bedtime Book

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis wonderful new instalment of the internationally best-selling series by Emma Yarlett is packed with die-cuts, flaps and lots of fairy tale fun! It’s bedtime, but where’s Nibbles? Instead of counting sheep, Nibbles is munching through bedtime stories. He’s making a splash in The Ugly Duckling and stealing the spotlight from Cinderella. Come back Nibbles! It’s time all little monsters were tucked up snug in bed. This brilliant bedtime book with a cheeky, lovable monster will send little ones to sleep with wonderful dreams. Just like Rhiannon Fielding and Chris Chatterton’s popular Ten Minutes to Bed series, Caroline Crowe and Tom Knight’s Pirates in Pyjamas and Ian Whybrow and Axel Scheffler’s The Bedtime Bear, Nibbles: The Bedtime Book is the perfect sleepy-time read. Also available: Nibbles: The Book Monster, Nibbles: The Monster Hunt, Nibbles: The Dinosaur Guide, Nibbles Colours, Nibbles Numbers, Nibbles Christmas, Nibbles Shapes

    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • Once Upon an Ordinary School Day

    Andersen Press Ltd Once Upon an Ordinary School Day

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisIt was an ordinary morning when the ordinary boy woke up, and it was an ordinary journey to school - but then Mr Gee bounced into the classroom and everything changed. Mr Gee plays rousing music which thunders around the classroom, and asks what it makes them think of. The dull grey world has been transformed into one of colour and excitement. 'Write a story about it!' laughs Mr Gee. And the ordinary boy began to write: the words just tumbled out of him pell-mell. And the places he went to, and the things he saw were extraordinary!Trade Review"Inspiring" * Sunday Times *"A poetic rhapsody on the power of music." * Independent *"Literally too wonderful for words." -- Jane Doonan * T.E.S. *

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • Dinosaur Lands

    Pan Macmillan Dinosaur Lands

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom the Tyrannosaurus rex to Velociraptors, the Spinosaurus to Triceratops, Dinosaurs is a large board book, with beautiful illustrations by Neiko Ng, jam-packed with dinosaurs!There are seven themed scene: forest, dinnertime, desert, swamp, the coast, volcanic eruption and prehistoric museum - with sturdy tabs for young children to find their favourite pages. Children can then explore the big scenes, find the dinosaurs and read the name labels in the panels. With a baby dinosaur to spot in each scene, there is plenty here for parents and children to talk about and return to again.Also available: Sea Creatures, Wild Animals, Things That Go

    7 in stock

    £9.49

  • Knuffle Bunny Too

    Walker Books Ltd Knuffle Bunny Too

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe hilarious second instalment in the Knuffle Bunny trilogy from bestselling, award-winning author Mo Willems.In the hilarious second instalment in the Knuffle Bunny trilogy from bestselling, award-winning author Mo Willems, Trixie can't wait to show off her one-of-a-kind Knuffle Bunny at school. But a dreadful surprise awaits Trixie's bunny is not so one-of-a-kind after all! And matters get worse that night when Trixie realizes that she has brought home the WRONG BUNNY! A phone call later, Dad and Trixie are off on a desperate late-night mission to reclaim the real Knuffle Bunny...

    7 in stock

    £7.59

  • Room on the Broom Sticker Book

    Pan Macmillan Room on the Broom Sticker Book

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisPacked with games, activities and over four hundred stickers, Room on the Broom Sticker Book is a great gift for any child – ideal for journeys, rainy days and holidays.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. Join them on their adventures in this fun sticker activity book, based on the bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.

    5 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water

    Pan Macmillan The Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water is a funny, unique and uplifting story about family, acceptance and unconditional love, from award-winning creator Gemma Merino.Everybody knows that crocodiles love water, but this little crocodile is different. He doesn’t like water at all. In fact, he prefers climbing trees! But it can be lonely when you’re the odd one out, so the little crocodile tries his best to change. But being wet isn’t for everyone – and a shiver soon becomes a cold and the cold becomes a sneeze, a surprisingly HOT sneeze… Could it be that this little crocodile isn’t a crocodile at all? He might just be a DRAGON!Trade ReviewThe Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water is a delightful story... Beautifully illustrated and well written, The Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water promotes the values of taking on new challenges and celebrating hidden talents. * familiesonline.co.uk *

    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • Winter Sleep

    Quarto Publishing PLC Winter Sleep

    4 in stock

    Book Synopsis In this cozy bedtime story, follow a child and his grandma through a winter landscape to explore how the Earth goes to sleep for winter. Spot the sleeping animals as the tale unfolds, then learn about their hibernation habits from the information pages at the end. Co-authors Sean Taylor (picture book author) and Alex Morss (ecologist, journalist, and educator) offer a gentle introduction to the concept of hibernation. In the frosty, quiet forest, the snow blankets the ground and the trees have shed their leaves. Where have all the animals gone? Are they asleep too? In each cutaway scene, see what the child cannot – that underground below his feet are dens with sleeping creatures, and within the hollow trunks of trees, animals are nesting. After the story, annotated illustrations explain the hibernation facts for each animal and what they will do when they wake up for spring.Trade Review‘Charming words exclaiming and explaining the magic of natures most dynamic seasons all against a backdrop of vibrant and detailed illustrations.’ * Nick Baker, Naturalist and TV Presenter *'Perfect for expanding children’s knowledge of the natural world’ * SLOAN! Magazine *"This is a super story to teach children about the wonder of hibernation in the animal world and the illustrations are just beautifully evocative of this winter wonderland… definitely one to curl up in a chair with to read with your children over and over again.” * Mini Travellers *'joyful picture books for younger kids, introducing them to the science behind the seasons through what they see in their own back yards.’ * The Morning Star *‘[The authors] have the skills to share with a young audience knowledge about winter habits of the animals around us and around the world whilst also ensuring we have an interesting, entertaining story filled with plenty of facts. Reading non fiction has never been so much fun.’ * Armadillo Magazine *

    4 in stock

    £7.59

  • Grey

    Walker Books Ltd Grey

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn iconic picture book collaboration about feelings and acceptance from two of the most beloved voices in children''s literature. Beautifully crafted compositions together with simple die-cut design, reveal the story of a child who feels as though all their colours have disappeared. Despite the joyful orange balloon, the huge yellow sun and the bright green trees, the child still feels grey. That is until a reassuring hand reaches out and shares words of kindness. Soon the child begins to see the warmth of colour again, and understands that their colours will always be there and that they will always be loved, whether they feel grey or sunshine yellow. Laura and Lauren have created a beautiful book full of empathy and understanding that will provide comfort and hope to readers of all ages.

    7 in stock

    £13.49

  • The Girl the Bear and the Magic Shoes

    Pan Macmillan The Girl the Bear and the Magic Shoes

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA magical adventure about a girl, a bear and some very special shoes from the bestselling creators of What the Ladybird Heard and Sugarlump and the Unicorn. Full of action and imagination, and with a delightfully unexpected ending, this gorgeous book is one to enjoy over and over again.When Josephine leaves the shoe shop after buying some new running shoes, she hears an unusual sound - Click-click! Click-click! It's a bear with a backpack! Luckily for Josephine, her new shoes are anything but ordinary - these are magic shoes. But can they help her escape the bear when there's a mountain, a bog and even a lake in her way?The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes is an exciting adventure from the stellar picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. Enjoy more of their stories with Sharing a Shell, The Singing Mermaid, and The Rhyming Rabbit.Trade Reviewa charming adventure full of magic and friendship -- Julia Eccleshare (September Pick of the Month) * Love Reading *With its subtle back-to-school theme, endearing humour and addictive wordplay, this is a superbly packaged book for sharing at school, home or nursery. * Lancashire Evening Post *

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • Pig Gets Lost

    Usborne Publishing Pig Gets Lost

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewUsborne farmyard tales are delightful short stories superbly illustrated and in easy language, just right for the children who are just beginning to read... if you have a child in the age group of two to five, you can be sure that they are going to love these books. * A Spoonful of Ideas *

    3 in stock

    £4.73

  • Mog in the Dark

    HarperCollins Publishers Mog in the Dark

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisShare in fifty years of a really remarkable catAn all-time classic Mog story refreshed with a new cover and format.Join Mog for a fantastical adventure with mousedogbird!Mog sat in the dark.Mog thought in the dark.But the dark was not where Mog wanted to beAnd who else was there in the dark?One night Mog's imagination takes her on a hilarious twilight adventure to a land of fantastical creatures, but true to form, all Mog really wants is her supper!Mog the Forgetful Cat was first published fifty years ago, and Mog has been delighting children all over the world with her adventures ever since. These books are the perfect gifts for boys, girls and families everywhere!Trade ReviewPraise for Mog:‘Since her debut in 1970, Mog has become… a national hero.’ Junior Magazine ‘A firm favourite on children's bookshelves’ The 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.’ The Bookbag ‘Delightful stories about the family cat with attitude.’ The Guardian Praise for Judith Kerr:‘One of the best authors a child of 3+ could encounter.’ The 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

    7 in stock

    £7.59

  • Farmyard Tales Stories Barn on Fire

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Farmyard Tales Stories Barn on Fire

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewUsborne farmyard tales are delightful short stories superbly illustrated and in easy language, just right for the children who are just beginning to read... if you have a child in the age group of two to five, you can be sure that they are going to love these books. * A Spoonful of Ideas *

    5 in stock

    £4.73

  • No Nancy No

    Walker Books Ltd No Nancy No

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisNancy and her sausage dog Roger are ready for a day out in London! But is London ready for naughty Nancy?From Alice Tait, illustrator of the iconic London Range, comes a stylish, action-packed lift-the-flap book the perfect introduction to the capital city for first-time sightseers! Blending her joyful London scapes with the story of a mischievous little girl, Nancy, and her long-suffering dachshund, Roger, Alice creates a wild and calamitous chase by boat, bus and bike across all of London''s most famous and best sights from Buckingham Palace to the Tower of London With over fifteen flaps throughout, an incredible pop-up Nelson''s column and a fold-out map, young readers will delight in this interactive adventure, and will love joining in with Roger''s catchy refrain: NO, NANCY, NO!Trade Review“A breezy story with masses of appeal and an excellent first guide to London too, there’s even a fold out map.” * Andrea Reece, LoveReading *If you’re looking for a fun Christmas present for a young reader between the ages of two and five, then I can highly recommend this interactive book by Alice Tait. […] What’s lovely about this book is that young readers can lift flaps, encounter pop-up surprises and see the pages change in front of their very eyes, while learning about London and the secrets our capital holds. This is definitely an excellent stocking filler and one all readers will find enjoyable. * The Kennel Club *“Packed full of humorous detail and London landmarks, both my children love this engaging story. My toddler, of course, adores peeking behind all the flaps. Whereas my 6-year-old finds Nancy’s lack of decorum hilarious. And we all love spotting the royal children, and some other reoccurring characters, on each page. A wonderful blend of sweet and funny, containing lots of surprises.” * thelittleadventurer.com *

    3 in stock

    £8.54

  • Scholastic Agent Moose Moose on a Mission

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisAgent Moose, the best (worst) secret agent in the Big Forest, andhis slightly-more-intelligent sidekick Owlfred are on the case inthis new full colour graphic novel series.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Keeping Cosy and Snuggling Up

    Magic Cat Publishing Keeping Cosy and Snuggling Up

    4 in stock

    Book Synopsis A snug-rhyming story set in Brown Bear Wood with 100 cosy things to find.Join the animals in Brown Bear Wood as they keep cosy. Bear keeps cosy by snuggling under a blanket with Papa Bear; Professor Owl keeps cosy by drinking a steaming mug of hot cocoa. For the Little Fawns, it''s reading a book by the fire on a crisp winter''s day. Set to calming rhyming text, with 100 cosy things to spot, this chunky board book makes a wonderful winter gift and is perfect for sharing with your special little person as you snuggle up for bedtime.This board book for children ages 2+ features: A gorgeous cover with gold foil 100 cosy things to find and count Gentle, rhyming text from acclaimed poet Rachel Piercey Intricate illustrations from bestselling artist Freya Hartas - little ones will find new things to spot every timeLook out for other board books in the Brown Bear Wood series, The Great

    4 in stock

    £7.59

  • Something Else

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Something Else

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisA simple story, about a small creature who does his best to join in with the others. But he''s different. No matter how he tries, he just doesn''t belong. Then Something turns up and wants to be friends. But Something Else isn''t sure he''s like him at all...Kathryn Cave''s poignantly simple story is brought to life by Chris Riddell in this enchantingly original picture book - now reissued with a new cover look.Trade ReviewA gentle, eloquently told story about the meaning of tolerance. * The Guardian *

    15 in stock

    £7.59

  • Sea: A World Beneath the Waves

    Little Tiger Press Group Sea: A World Beneath the Waves

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisGleaming and sparkling, the coral sea Is a place of magical mystery. A gorgeous picture book by award-winning author and illustrator Britta Teckentrup! Discover a world beneath the waves that is teeming with life, from tiny, graceful seahorses to darting tropical fish, and from electric eels to humpback whales. Lyrical text by Patricia Hegarty and stunning artwork by the award-winning illustrator Britta Teckentrup capture a colourful array of sea creatures in this delightful peep-through picture book. Die-cuts reveal fascinating creatures and vibrant artwork is paired with gentle text to capture the world beneath the waves. Also available in the Peek-through Nature series: Don't miss the full range of stunning picture books that focus on the natural world, including Moon, Bee, Tree and Home! For more Britta Teckentrup books that explore social themes, don’t miss We Are Together, Under the Same Sky, Kindness Grows and A Happy Place.

    5 in stock

    £7.59

  • Cinderella

    HarperCollins Publishers Cinderella

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated, magical re-telling of one of the most beloved fairy tales.Cinderella wears rags, and lives as a servant under the watchful eyes of her cruel stepsisters. So, when the King invites everyone to a grand ball for the Prince to choose a wife, she must stay at home alone. If only Cinderella could go to the ball too, but she has nothing to wear. Just then, her Fairy Godmother appears and grants her wish in a beautiful new gown and glass slippers, Cinderella can go to the ball! But she must be back by midnight. Will Cinderella dance with the handsome prince, and what will happen when the clock strikes twelve?Dreams come true in this beautiful re-telling of a favourite fairy tale!Trade ReviewPraise for Sleeping Beauty:“The elegant illustrations…make it an edition worth owning” The Irish Times

    7 in stock

    £7.59

  • Bee C Christmas Thats Not Right

    HarperCollins Publishers Bee C Christmas Thats Not Right

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisIt's Christmas! But something's not quite right in this hilarious new picture book with a twist!Christmas is a WONDERFUL time of year!But SOMETHING doesn't look right here . . .Jump into Christmas with this laugh-out-loud journey through all things crackers, elves and mince pies but with a twist! RAPPING presents under the tree? Stuffing the turkey with a custard tart? PARROTS instead of CARROTS? That's not right!With hilarious illustrations throughout from Lee Cosgrove, this silly seasonal story is bound to have kids laughing with delight!

    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • Scarface Claw Hairy Maclary and Friends

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Scarface Claw Hairy Maclary and Friends

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisWicked of eye, fiendish of paw, mighty and magnificent, SCARFACE CLAW! Hairy Maclary''s arch-enemy Scarface Claw is at the centre of this story. But like most bullies, Scarface turns out to be not quite as tough as everybody thinks - in fact, he''s scared of his own reflection!Told through playful rhymes and watercolour illustrations, this hilarious classic story has delighted children for generations.Discover more animal adventures:Slinky MalinkiHairy Maclary''s BoneSchnitzel von Krumm

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Selfish Crab

    Oxford University Press The Selfish Crab

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisClaude has the most beautiful shell of all the crabs on the beach. It makes him feel special and he''s determined never, ever to part with it. Of course, hermit crabs change their shells as they grow-in fact they often swap with each other.But when it''s time to swap, Claude says ''NO!''. His decision spins the hermit crab community into chaos and it means that little Alphonso''s shell is much too big. At the seaside this is dangerous. Can Claude give up his selfish ways in time to save his friend?Trade Review"A summery read with a host of fascinating facts about hermit crabs." * Charlotte Heathcote, The Daily Express *"Glazer's funny, cautionary tale - brought to life with glorious illustrations in a palette of vivid colours - is packed with laughter and learning as we follow the antics of stubbornly selfish Claude who just won't give up his shell. Picture book perfection!" * Pam Norfolk, Lancashire Post *"It will have you laughing out loud whilst busily investigating the pictures to spot all the characters and activities happening along the beach... An ideal title for both home and school settings this book has an incredible amount to offer... A charming story about friendship and community." * Armadillo Children's Books *"This story is based on real hermit crab behaviour... Anya Glazer uses speech bubbles to add further humour to her telling and the illustrations, which are a mix of the naturalistic and comical, will induce lots of giggles from children." * Jill Bennett, Red Reading Hub *"The wonderful author-illustrator Anya Glazer teaches children the downside of selfish behaviour in a fun and relatable way." * Preneur Magazine *"The Selfish Crab superbly mixes facts with fiction in a fun and charming story about hermit crabs outgrowing their homes. A shore winner!" * Matty Long, creator of the Super Happy Magic Forest Series *"A delightful tale of the impact of selfishness on others around you told with humour in clear, bright illustrations." * Rebecca Simpson-Hargreaves, The School Librarian *

    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • Hubble Bubble Granny Trouble

    Nosy Crow Ltd Hubble Bubble Granny Trouble

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn this rhyming text, a little girl, whose granny is a witch, gets fed up with dealing with the problems she creates, so tries to reform her; but a reformed granny is boring. Maybe it's more fun to take the bats to the cinema or cook up a big pot of gloopy soup with granny's witchy friends after all!

    5 in stock

    £7.59

  • Mouse in the House

    Plaister Press Mouse in the House

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    10 in stock

    £6.99

  • Rosie Apple Goes to the Seaside

    Austin Macauley Publishers Rosie Apple Goes to the Seaside

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    10 in stock

    £8.54

  • Silly Billy

    Pearson Education Limited Silly Billy

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn atmospheric exploration of childhood worries and how to overcome them, by the 2000 Hans Christian Andersen Medal Winner.Billy is a bit of a worrier. He worries about hats and shoes. He worries about clouds and rain and giant birds. Most of all he worries about staying at other people''s houses. His mum and dad try to help, but still Billy worries ... until a visit to his grandma''s shows him how to overcome his fears with the aid of his imagination and some tiny worry dolls.

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away

    Walker Books Ltd Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom Newbery Medalist Meg Medina, the bittersweet story of two girls who will always be each other's número uno, even though one is moving away.A big truck with its mouth wide open is parked at the curb. Already it has gobbled up Evelyn's mirror with heart stickers around the edge ... and the sofa that we bounce on to get to the moon.Evelyn Del Rey is Daniela's best friend. They do everything together and even live in twin apartments right across the street from each other: Daniela with her mami and hamster, and Evelyn with her mami, papi and cat. But not after today not after Evelyn moves away. The girls play amid the moving boxes until it's time to say goodbye, making promises to keep in touch, because they know that their friendship will always be special. The tenderness of Meg Medina's beautifully written story about friendship and change is balanced by Sonia Sánchez's colourful and vibrant depictions of the girls' urban neighbourhood.

    1 in stock

    £12.34

  • Walker Books Ltd Full Full Full of Love

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisA celebration of family time, sharing food together, and a Grandma''s hug full, full, full of love.For Jay Jay, the youngest member of an exuberant extended family, Sunday dinner at Grannie's can be full indeed full of hugs and kisses, full of tasty dishes, full to the brim with happy faces, and full, full, full of love. With a special focus on the bond between little Jay Jay and his grannie, Trish Cooke introduces us to a family we are sure to want more, more, more of.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • A Home for Stone

    Hachette Children's Group A Home for Stone

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhen a little boy finds a lonely stone on a quiet beach, he decides to find him the perfect home among other stones just like him. But nowhere feels quite right for little Stone. And just as the boy is about to give up, he realises that he may have had the perfect home for Stone all along . . .A touching story about finding friends in unexpected places, from the award-winning creators of My Pet Star.Praise for My Pet Star:The perfect book for bedtime or snuggling up with BookTrust

    7 in stock

    £7.59

  • Ten Little Penguins Board Book

    Hachette Children's Group Ten Little Penguins Board Book

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin ten adorable penguins for frost-filled fun in this charming rhyming counting adventure! Now in sturdy, sparkly board, perfect for little hands.Oh no! Granny Penguin isn''t feeling very well so ten little penguins hatch a plan to cheer her up. Can these ten lovable penguins find gifts and bring them back to Granny so they can all play together again?Follow the ten little penguins as they slide and dive through a wintry, watery wonderland - meeting seals, dolphins and whales along the way. Read the bouncy rhyming story and count from ten to one and back again, as the little penguins disappear then reappear. Spot and count the details on each page, and join in with the magical read-aloud sounds.Part traditional counting rhyme, part fun-filled story, Ten Little Penguins is perfect for sharing.

    5 in stock

    £7.59

  • Jingle Bells from Giraffes Cant Dance Board Book

    Hachette Children's Group Jingle Bells from Giraffes Cant Dance Board Book

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin Gerald the Giraffe and friends for a sparkling, festive celebration of CHRISTMAS! From the creators of the bestselling Giraffes Can''t Dance comes a brand-new rhyming story filled with festive fun . . . and all your favourite characters from the bestselling classic!This magical moonlit rhyme is ideal for sharing and reading aloud with loved ones at Christmas, and as a sturdy board book, it''s perfect for even the littlest hands.The perfect gift to say Merry Christmas and to get everybody dancing!Praise for Giraffes Can''t Dance:All toddlers should grow up reading this Daily MailA modern classic Baby & MeA 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 JuniorA fantastically funny and wonderfully colourful romp Daily Telegraph

    4 in stock

    £7.59

  • Ladybird Classics The Jungle Book

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Ladybird Classics The Jungle Book

    20 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis beautiful hardback Ladybird Classic edition of The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling is a perfect first illustrated introduction to the classic story for younger readers. It has been sensitively abridged and retold to make it suitable for sharing with young children from 5+, whilst retaining all the key parts of the story including Mowgli''s life in the Jungle, his battle with Shere Khan, and fascinating details about learning to live with humans once more. Detailed full-colour illustrations throughout also help to bring this classic tale to life. Other exciting titles in the Ladybird Classics series include Alice in Wonderland, Gulliver''s Travels, The Secret Garden, Oliver Twist, Treasure Island, A Christmas Carol, Peter Pan, The Three Musketeers, Heidi and The Wind in the Willows.

    20 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Magic Pet Shop Pandarina

    Hachette Children's Group The Magic Pet Shop Pandarina

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisA sweet, self-esteem-building pas de deux Kirkus ReviewsPrincess Skye is SO clumsy. There''s no way she can dance at Queen Elsie''s birthday ball with all her friends! But waiting for her at Mrs Paws'' Magic Pet Shop is a pet who might just change her mind . . . Pandarina is a magical panda who LOVES to dance. Can Pandarina help Princess Skye find her feet?From the creators of Pugicorn comes a sparkling picture book about trying your best and never giving up! *WITH A SPECIAL GLITTERY COVER*Discover other books in the Magic Pet Shop series:PugicornPugicorn and the Christmas WishStarwhalLa-La-Llama

    7 in stock

    £6.99

  • A Dinosaur Story Running from Rex

    Hachette Children's Group A Dinosaur Story Running from Rex

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisEach book in the A Dinosaur Story series follows a group of dinosaur friends who get into some sticky situations but in doing so, helps them to learn about good manners and behaviour.In Running from Rex, Deano and his friends are playing hide-and-seek and it''s Deano''s turn to count. But while he''s trying to find them, he''s told to run because the biggest, baddest T-Rex is looking for a dinosaur to eat. Will Deano leave his friends and run for safety? Or be brave and try to help them?The A Dinosaur Story series is great to read aloud or to share with friends and family. Each book includes notes for parents, teachers and care-givers which give suggestions for how to reinforce and extend understanding of the message of each book.The series also supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is suitable for use with children in KS1. Suitable for children aged 3+.

    10 in stock

    £12.34

  • Spring Street All About Us Our World

    Lark Books,U.S. Spring Street All About Us Our World

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis stylish, design-led board book explores our world.

    7 in stock

    £8.99

  • We Are All Neighbours: From the creators of All

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC We Are All Neighbours: From the creators of All

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisA bright and uplifting celebration of cultural diversity, belonging and community, from the creators of the New York Times bestselling picture book, All Are Welcome 'A celebration of a school community... Really uplifting, with bright simple drawings, and plenty to look at and talk about on every page' Independent Let’s go walking down our street. Friends and neighbours here to greet. Oh so many folks to meet. We are all neighbours here. Welcome to a neighbourhood where everyone is welcome. A neighbourhood where children of every culture play together, sharing food and laughter, and learning from each other's traditions. A neighbourhood where diversity is a strength. From the creators of the no.1 New York Times bestselling All Are Welcome comes a triumphant picture book that celebrates diversity, kindness and the power of community. Here, we are ALL neighbours!Trade ReviewA celebration of a school community... Really uplifting, with bright simple drawings, and plenty to look at and talk about on every page * Independent on ALL ARE WELCOME *A celebration as much as it is a story! * Bookbairn on ALL ARE WELCOME *

    4 in stock

    £6.99

  • Encore Mr William Shakespeare

    Walker Books Ltd Encore Mr William Shakespeare

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisEnter the world of William Shakespeare with comic-strip retellings by the award-winning Marcia Williams!Discover the story of Shakespeare's life and experience the atmosphere of the Globe Theatre, as you take your places for performances of six of his famous plays. The Taming of the Shrew, Othello, Richard II, Henry IV Part 1, The Comedy of Errors and Henry V are presented in comic-strip style by the award-winning Marcia Williams, in this accessible introduction to the life and plays of William Shakespeare.

    10 in stock

    £11.69

  • Green Hippo

    Walker Books Ltd Green Hippo

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisA heart-warming picture book about a green hippo who struggles with being different and the friends who help him accept his individuality, by award-winning author-illustrator, Petr Horácek.Green Hippo is feeling sad. Why? Because someone said green hippos don''t exist! Frog, Elephant and Giraffe try to cheer him up, but Green Hippo is feeling too down to listen. But maybe Green Hippo will make a discovery of his own as he goes down to the river and sees the beautiful colours of the world all around him...

    5 in stock

    £11.69

  • How Far Are the Stars

    Floris Books How Far Are the Stars

    7 in stock

    Book Synopsis

    7 in stock

    £11.69

  • National Trust: Look What I Found in the Woods

    Nosy Crow Ltd National Trust: Look What I Found in the Woods

    Book SynopsisDiscover a world of wonder on a woodland walk, with this beautiful picture book from the National Trust. Follow me. I know the way. We're walking through the woods today. Look what I found! A curly stick to wave like a magic wand. Set off on an outdoor adventure to find natural treasure, from prickly pine cones to swirly snail's shells, then learn more about the found object with irresistibly illustrated and informative nature notes.Packed full of fascinating facts alongside a gentle rhyming narrative and encouraging children to get outside and explore their surroundings, this is a nature treasure hunt series for the whole family to treasure! Other titles in the series in the series include: Look What I Found at the Seaside Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and listen along!

    £7.59

  • Pip and Posy: The Christmas Tree

    Nosy Crow Ltd Pip and Posy: The Christmas Tree

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisA cute little board book edition of this funny Christmas story for toddlers, from Gruffalo illustrator, Axel Scheffler.The perfect stocking-filler! It's Christmas time and Pip and Posy are busy decorating the tree with tasty candy sticks, and beautiful biscuits, and a delicious-looking sugar star. But the strange thing is that every time Posy goes out of the room, when she returns, there's one less decoration on the tree. Eventually, there are NO decorations left AT ALL . . . Oh, dear! All young readers will enjoy the moment when Posy finds Pip lying on the sofa, feeling sick, but will they guess how she decides to tackle Pip? A charming new Pip and Posy story about the problems caused by telling fibs, with gentle lessons about being kind and tooth-brushing! With many more titles in the series to collect, including: The Snowy Day, The Super Scooter and The Bedtime Frog.

    10 in stock

    £6.99

  • Albert Upside Down

    Graffeg Limited Albert Upside Down

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisAlbert the pet tortoise has a problem. Trying to reach a tasty treat, he has ended up on his shell, upside down and stuck! Can the other garden creatures overcome their rivalry, team up and help him get back on his feet?

    7 in stock

    £7.59

  • The Wild Robot on the Island

    Bonnier Books Ltd The Wild Robot on the Island

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisTHE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER.Venture into Roz's wild world in this gorgeously illustrated picture book that brings to full colour the adventures of the #1 New York Times bestselling novel THE WILD ROBOT - now a DreamWorks major motion picture starring Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal and Kit Connor!Roz is not where she's supposed to be.Roz the robot wasn't designed to live in the wilderness. But when she washes up on an island, she must learn from the animal inhabitants and adapt to her new, natural surroundings, and before long, the island begins to feel like home.Filled with Peter Brown's stunning artwork, this moving picture book is the perfect gift for readers new to THE WILD ROBOT or for longtime fans of the series that sparked a global phenomenon.[The Wild Robot on the Island was a #1 New York Times bestseller w/c 13th July 2025]

    3 in stock

    £11.69

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