Picture storybooks
Floris Books Peter and Lotta's Christmas
Book SynopsisWhen Peter and Lotta spend their first Christmas with Aunt Green, Aunt Brown, Aunt Lavender and Uncle Blue, they are amazed by all the surprises. Before Christmas comes around again the children are determined to discover where the presents really come from, and give their aunts and uncle special gifts. Then on Christmas Eve, Peter and Lotta's kindness and generosity is rewarded with something unexpected! This is a delightful story for young children from the world-renowned Swedish author--illustrator Elsa Beskow which celebrates Swedish Christmas traditions and being a good neighbour. Elsa Beskow's Peter and Lotta stories, about two children living with their aunts and uncle, are full of gentle humour and charm. This wonderful new edition faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine.Trade Review'A beautifully illustrated book with plenty of text. Peter and Lotta prepare for Christmas in Victorian Sweden in the days before Father Christmas, when the Christmas Goat brought gifts. It's full of adventures. A great Christmas read for 4-8 year olds.'-- Education Otherwise for Homeschoolers'Evidence from my family and its visitors confirms that Elsa Beskow's Peter and Lotta stories somehow capture the imagination. The illustrations in these lovely hardback editions have something of the charm that Carl Larsson's watercolours have. For children I suspect these books have the old-fashioned feel and colour that a good Nordic 'heimat' film does for me as an adult. Children love them.'-- Martyn Rawson, Steiner Education'Elsa Beskow's beautiful illustrations give you a glimpse into Swedish life and their Christmas traditions. This story has slightly more text than the average picture book and is ideal for children who want a slightly longer story but still enjoy beautiful illustrations.-- Kaleidoscope Magazine
£11.69
Walker Books Ltd In the Half Room
Book SynopsisFrom the Caldecott Honorwinning creator of Home and Du Iz Tak? comes a gorgeous and quirky tale of an extraordinary room where everything is a half.The half room is full of half things. A half chair, a half cat, even half shoes all just as nice and weird and friendly as whole things. When half a knock comes on half a door, who in the world could it be? With her trademark touch of magic and whimsy, Caldecott Honor winner Carson Ellis explores halves and wholes in an ingenious and thought-provoking picture book. The lightly rhyming text is soothing yet spirited, revealing the many absurdities and possibilities to be discovered in this irresistibly fanciful home. Ink and gouache illustrations featuring wry detail and velvety textures conjure a dreamlike mood while leaving space for imagining. A celebration of the surreal and the serendipitous, and the beauty of the two together, this brilliant picture book will have readers seeing the joys of halves with wTrade ReviewIn rhymes and nighttime interiors that recall Goodnight Moon, Caldecott Honoree Ellis (Du Iz Tak?) imagines a space in which everything is neatly divided down the middle...The woman’s mid-story reunion, so profound and complete, may for some relegate the ending to distraction, but by centering the fragmentary, Ellis offers a strange, thrilling logic and invites readers to engage with a concept fundamental to children’s experience: liminality. * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *In the Half Room isn’t a sequel to “Goodnight Moon,” and it’s not about dreams, per se, but it’s suffused with a playful dream logic that likely would have tickled Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd, not to mention Lewis Carroll and René Magritte. The writer-illustrator Carson Ellis won a 2017 Caldecott Honor for her story told in gibberish, “Du Iz Tak?” — and this new one shares its predecessor’s trust in children’s willingness to be simultaneously puzzled and delighted, to let a story come to them. * The New York Times Book Review *In cadences reminiscent of Margaret Wise Brown’s soothing narratives, Ellis introduces the interior: “Half a window / Half a door / Half a rug on half a floor.” True and near rhymes jostle gently in the lulling text...Visually charming and a bit disarming, this invites dialogue between caregivers and young children. * Kirkus Reviews *It’s a genuinely offbeat story embracing absurdity, and cat lovers everywhere will easily accept the asocial cat-halves refusing to “shoop” and merely falling asleep next to each other. A wholly entertaining tale. * The Horn Book *With a moonlit setting and simple, repetitive phrasing, Caldecott Honor-winner Ellis' (Du Iz Tak?, 2016) latest offering gives a nod to Goodnight Moon...Silly and sweet, this comforting book will be wholly embraced by children as a new bedtime favorite. * Booklist *
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Mog on Fox Night
Book SynopsisShare in fifty years of a really remarkable catMog is everyone's favourite family cat! Join her in this warm-hearted and funny escapade about what happens when Mog doesn't want to eat her supperCelebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Mog the Forgetful Cat with special anniversary editions of her much-loved adventures.From the creator of The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat comes a delightful family adventure about a really remarkable cat!One day Mog did not want to eat her supperIt's snowing and Mr Thomas is cross at having to take the rubbish out. Who would have thought that all this would lead to three foxes in Mog's kitchen?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
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Rapunzel
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HarperCollins Publishers Pam Naps Band 01APink A Collins Big Cat Phonics
Book SynopsisWhile Pam naps in her rocking chair, her cats cause havoc around her but will their noise be enough to wake her up? This lovely story is wonderfully illustrated by Tomislav Zlatic.Pink A/Band 1A books offer emergent readers very simple text supported by illustrations.Text type: A simple story with a familiar settingChildren can discuss the different events that happen around a sleeping Pam in the illustrated kitchen scene on pages 1415.Curriculum links: Knowledge and Understanding of the World
£7.89
HarperCollins Publishers Amazing Sister
Book SynopsisA pitch-perfect rhyming celebration of sisters and the love they share!Amazing sisters are EVERYWHERE!Sisters can be sporty, creative, big, small, old or brand new sometimes, they can be annoying, too! But though you might get into scraps, when you need some love and care, sisters can be the very best at making things better.Discover the ULTIMATE inclusive celebration of sisters, packed full of irresistible, aw-factor artwork and a heart-warming rhyming text.The perfect gift to share with YOUR amazing sister!Also available from Alison Brown:Amazing MumAmazing DadAmazing BrotherBillie's Buzz
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Where Are You From
Book SynopsisThis resonant and award-winning picture book tells the story of one girl who constantly gets asked a simple question that doesn’t have a simple answer.
£11.69
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Magic Bed
Book SynopsisJohn Burningham was born in 1936. He studied illustration at the Central School of Art. His first children's book, Borka, was published in 1963, and it was awarded the Kate Greenaway Medal as the best illustrated book of the year. John Burningham collaborated with Ian Fleming on Chitty-Chitty-Bang-Bang, designing the model of the famous car. He lived in London with his wife Helen Oxenbury, also a well-known author and illustrator. John Burningham died on January 4th, 2019.Trade ReviewBurningham's a dab hand at leaving a story hanging in mid-air, and, a s ever, this moving and poetic hymn to the power of imagination invites and rewards any amount of personal interpretation -- Joanna Carey * Guardian *The book has its moments of suspense and an engagingly suggestive ending, but best of all is the succinct, expressive, sketchy style, which communicates emotions, characters, settings and atmosphere with great precision -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *Burningham's story taps into the limitless realm of a child's imagination. It's a classic tale from one of the best around -- Damian Kelleher * Metro Life *The story has a strong appeal because it is a fantasy that is true to reality: everyone has a kind of magic bed -- Jane Doonan * TES *An ideal showcast for what Burningham does best: blending domestic detail with expressionistic emotion and scale -- Sally Williams * Independent *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Funnybones Give the Dog a Bone
Book SynopsisAllan Ahlberg, a former teacher, postman, plumber's mate and grave digger, is in the super-league of children's writers. He has published over 100 children's books and, with his late wife Janet, created such award winning picture books as EACH PEACH PEAR PLUM and THE JOLLY POSTMAN - both winners of the Kate Greenaway Medal. He has also written prize-winning poetry and fiction and lives in Bath. Andre Amstutz studied art and design at Brighton School of Art and has worked in animation as well as advertising. He has illustrated several children's books including the Fast Fox, Slow Dog series, some of the Happy Families titles and Monkey Do (Walker).
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Oxford University Press Who Ate all the Bugs
Book SynopsisSnail is on a mission. Bugs are being eaten all around her and she''s determined to hunt down the culprit. But is it a lost cause? After all, as Glowworm explains, ''You can''t fight the food chain''.Acclaimed picture book creator, Matty Long, brings his hallmark talents of deadpan comedy, witty commentary, and hilarious illustrations to elucidate the real life realities of invertebrate existence! In this fascinating and slightly disgusting series, readers can feast on a diet of facts about the animals, plants and ecosystems found in the natural world.Trade Review"This delightful and very funny cartoon-style guide to food chains is a brilliant introduction to the concept, and gives young readers/listeners some simple facts about a range of animals and their eating habits, and the natural cycle of life." * BookTrust *"Long brings his trademark talents of deadpan comedy and hilarious, cartoon-style illustration to this wonderful walk on the wild side which explores the real-life, deadly facts of the food chain, and the animals, plants, and ecosystems that are found in the natural world around us. With a bug hunt activity to enjoy at the end of the book, Long's witty commentary, and fun, eye-catching artwork to win every child's heart, young readers will need little encouragement to join nature's chain gang on their journey of discovery!" * Pam Norfolk, Lancashire Post *"A slice of scientific learning served up in a deliciously funny manner that will surely have both children and adults chortling. Make that two slices - the final double spread provides additional buggy facts and the bug hunt activity page will likely send youngsters back to the start to track down the minibeasts in various stages of their life cycles. For this adult reviewer Who Ate All The Bugs is perhaps my favourite of Matty's picture books so far." * Jill Bennett, Red Reading Hub *"This contains all of Matty Long's characteristic comic book style illustrations and humour... Discovering the story of the food chain, it's a fantastic way of putting across this information... Fantastic!" * Phoebe Demeger, Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE) Librarian *"We get a snail's eye view of the food chain in this brilliantly funny and informative cartoon-style examination of mini-beasts by the creator of the Super Happy Magic Forest books." * Andrea Reece, LoveReading4Kids *"Each page is packed full of bright, eye-catching, and humorous characterswith just the right amount of grossness for the intended younger audience. This wonderful book is a perfect mix of story and fact to keep readers entertained time after time." * Books For Keeps *"It explores ecosystems by combining non-fiction and activity elements with the story of a snail, who sets out to find who is responsible for, you guessed it, eating all the bugs. It's a book filled with humour and also has a worm that talks nothing but nonsense." * Hythe Library, Hampshire County Council *"This is a fantastic picture book about the harsh realities of the insect and mini-beast section of the food chain, as played out in your own back garden or local park... I love that most children can enjoy this book, and then go straight out to discover these creatures for themselves." * Jenny Griffiths, The School Librarian *"An excellent introduction to food chains; it will inform and entertain in equal measure." * Sam Keeley, Just Imagine *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Ten Minutes to Bed Little Monster Ten Minutes to
Book SynopsisFrom the team behind Ten Minutes to Bed Little Unicorn; a little monster who would rather do anything but sleep. . . This is the perfect bedtime story for every little monster''s bedtime! It''s full of magic, big paws, fluffy fur and little claws.Belch the monster is supposed to be settling down for bedtime, but with so many distractions it looks like bedtime could be quite a way away...Count down from ten as you journey through the beautifully illustrated, gradually calming pages of this gorgeous bedtime story.Also available:Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn (also available as a board book)Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Dinosaur (also available as a board book)Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Mermaid (also available as a board book)Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Monster board bookTen Minutes to Bed: Little DragonTen Minutes to Bed: Little FairyTen Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn''s Birthday<
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Rumple Buttercup A story of bananas belonging and
Book SynopsisA charming and inspiring story, written and illustrated by Criminal Minds actor, Matthew Gray Gubler.Rumple Buttercup has five crooked teeth, three strands of hair, green skin, and his left foot is slightly bigger than his right.He is weird.Join him as he and Candy Corn Carl, his imaginary friend made of trash, learn the joy of individuality as well as the magic of belonging.
£11.69
Penguin Random House Children's UK Theres a Unicorn in Your Book
Book SynopsisHelp to cheer up Worried Unicorn in this interactive ''Who''s In Your Book?'' story from bestselling children''s book author Tom Fletcher - now available as a board book!WHOOSH! A unicorn has galloped right into your book - how exciting!But - oh dear! This Unicorn doesn''t look very excited at all. In fact, he looks quite worried.Can you help to cheer him up?This brilliant story combines interactive fun with an important message about the power of friendship, and how helpful it can be to share your worries with others.Who''s in Your Book?Interactive adventures for big imaginationsAlso in this series:There''s a Monster in Your Book: makes reading interactive and funThere''s a Dragon in Your Book: explores empathy and responsibilityThere''s an Alien in Your Book: explores acceptance and inclusionThere''s an Elf in Your Book: explores following instructions and good/bad behaviourThere''s a Superhero in Your Book: explores the power of kindnessThere''s a Witch in Your Book: makes tidying up fun
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Listen
Book SynopsisThis inspiring picture book tells the true story of world-famous deaf percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie.This is a story of music.Of obstacles.Of strength and hard work.Of all you can accomplish when you dream.As a child, Evelyn Glennie''s ears began to hurt. Voices became distant whispers. Ringing phones sounded like muffled crunches in her ears. But when she was told that she would need to wear hearing aids for the rest of her life, Evelyn was determined that this this would never stop her from playing music. Instead of giving up on her dreams, Evelyn found new ways to listen...With stunning illustrations from Devon Holzwarth, and a special note from Evelyn Glennie herself, this is the perfect book to inspire children to never give up on their dreams.
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK This That What
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Little Box of Feelings
Book SynopsisValle keeps her emotions in a little box. Sometimes she lets them out . . . When she's happy her feelings float like red balloons above her head. When she's sad her feelings gather like grey rainclouds. And when she's jealous or angry they blow up like a wild storm. Valle decides her emotions are out of control! So she buries them in the garden, and that's where they stay... until Nanny comes to visit. This heartfelt story from children's author and broadcaster Rochelle Humes is perfect for kickstarting conversations with little ones about naming, knowing and carrying emotions. Drawing on her own experiences as a mother and mental health advocate, Rochelle's story encourages children to talk about their feelings.
£8.92
Penguin Random House Children's UK Ten Minutes to Bed Wheres Little Koala
Book SynopsisSnuggle down to sleep with this cozy lift-the-flap adventure in the no.1 bestselling Ten Minutes to Bed series!Little Koala is missing... and it''s almost time for bed!Search the Land of Nod for the sleepiest koala around in this magical lift-the-flap adventure! Enjoy bumping into a few familiar faces along the way such as Twinkle the Unicorn, and even Poppy the Little Fairy!With high koala-ty flaps to peek underneath, and slowly setting skies, this novelty board book will wind your little ones down in no time at all!This no. 1 bestselling bedtime series has now sold one million copies worldwide! Have you collected all the books?Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn (also available as a board book)Ten Minutes to Bed: Little DinosaurTen Minutes to Bed: Little Mermaid (also available as a board book)Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Monster (also available as a board book)Ten Minutes to Bed: Little DragonTen Minutes to Bed: Little FairyTen Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn''s BirthdayTen Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn''s Christmas (also available as a board book)Ten Minutes to Bed: Baby UnicornTen Minutes to Bed: Where''s Little Unicorn?
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK My Grandad
Book SynopsisA celebration of grandads everywhere!Grandads all different and all a little bit the same We love our grandads and they love us!Award-winning author and illustrator and former Children''s Laureate Anthony Browne shares a warm look at the relationship between grandad and grandchild.
£11.69
Hachette Children's Group Stanleys Stick
Book SynopsisStanley''s Stick is a teaming-up of hefty talents - glorious poet John Hegley and award-winning illustrator Neal Layton. Stanley''s stick is not just a stick. With a stick in hand, Stanley''s options are endless - he flies to the moon, writes in the sand, goes fishing, plays a whistle and rides a dinosaur - and his imagination takes over and the magic begins. Hegley''s lyrical prose captures the free-wheeling expressiveness of childhood, and Layton''s deceptively simple illustrations are full of wit and character. Sweet, magical and thoroughly entertaining, this is Hegley and Layton''s first collaboration.Trade ReviewEverything a picture book should be: funny, engaging, slightly odd and utterly original ... A delight from start to finish * The Irish Times *A must read ... delivers a very important message about material things ... this is, simply, a lovely book * School Librarian *This book should guarantee imaginative play * The Sunday Times *Beautifully written ... Stanley is a child many parents will recognise very well indeed * The Bookbag *A book celebrating the power of the imagination. Brilliant illustrations by Neal Layton * Angels & Urchins *A simple stick becomes the key to Stanley's imagination as it provides endless opportunities for creativity, in this beautifully crafted story about outdoor play. * Baby Hampshire *Beautifully crafted story about outdoor play. * Baby London *'...wonderful rhythmic and a delightfully quirky text.' * The Bookseller *A book celebrating the power of imagination. Brilliant illustrations by Neal Layton. * Angels & Urchins *This book should guarantee hours of imaginative play. * Sunday Times *Everything a picture book should be. * Irish Times *Simply, a lovely book. * School Librarian *This lovely book is simply a 'must have' for all those who want to inspire children's imaginative play... beautifully written. * Early Years Educator *
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Faber & Faber Yes You Can Cow
Book SynopsisYes, you can, Cow! We believe in you!READY . . . STEADY . . . GO . . .It's the Nursery Rhyme's big performance, but Cow is having second thoughts. She's too scared to jump! What if she crashes? Will everyone laugh?The curtain's almost up and the audience are waiting. Can Cow overcome her fear of failure and become the star of the show?A gorgeous, heartwarming story about believing in yourself and doing your best based on the ever-popular nursery rhyme 'Hey Diddle Diddle'.
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Faber & Faber The Robber Raccoon
Book SynopsisRosie Raccoon is up to no good,out and about in a grand neighbourhood . . .But she needs to watch out. The police are after her, and it's not long before she's feeling the furry arm of the law . . .An exquisitely illustrated nighttime adventure starring an adorable and mischievous raccoon. Children and adults will be enchanted by this eco-friendly mystery.
£7.59
Faber & Faber Richard Scarrys Postman Pig and His Busy
Book SynopsisClassic Richard Scarry: Join Postman Pig as he delivers post across Busytown!Join Richard Scarry's beloved Postman Pig for a day of discovery and adventure! With deliveries to the police station, the doctor's office, the library and many more, young readers will see how those in their communities go about the day. This classic story is, indeed, a very special delivery.A beautifully produced FaberScarry publication.Praise for Richard Scarry:Awe-inspiring.' Dapo AdeolaTreasure troves of detail.' Chris MouldA delight.' Sara OgilvieWhat a talent.' David TazzymanOne of my favourite illustrators.' Allen Fatimaharan
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Quarto Publishing PLC Here Be Giants
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Quarto Publishing PLC The Hot Cross Bunny
Book SynopsisMeet Steve, a rather – hot – cross bunny and his more positive pal, Nugget, a cute chick. Steve has failed to make any chocolate eggs for the Easter egg hunt. What is he going to do? Egged on by Nugget he decides to make an egg his own way. Not only is Steve’s attempt egg-normous but it hatches a… dragon! Chaos and drama unfold as the baby dragon rampages though town, gobbling up Easter eggs as it goes with unegg-spected results! Fun, rhyming text makes this is a wonderful Easter story with a twist, packed with laughter and super silly escapades. Who needs cute bunnies when you have hot-cross Steve and a dragon baby who poos chocolate... but can they save Easter?Trade Review“This picture book is a riot […with] egg-cellent themes of ‘doing the right thing’ and friendship.” * BookTrust *
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Sir Lilypad
Book SynopsisOnce upon a time, in a deep dark bog, lived a teeny, tiny speckled frog. Now, he might be tiny (the other frogs call him stuff, like ''weedy pants'' and ''sugar puff'') but his ambition is great. For he wants to be known henceforth as Sir Lilypad! Sir Lilypad the brave and wise! Slayer of the - er - dragonflies. And all he needs to effect this transformation? A kiss from a willing princess, of course…A new fantastically funny, froggy tale from internationally bestselling picture book duo, Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie.
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Atlantis Children's Books Limited Jack
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Book Island Ltd Here Comes Mr Postmouse
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Well Said Press The Christmas Tree Wish
Book SynopsisA heart-warming Christmas tale about hope, friendship and being different. As the snow starts to fall on Christmas Eve morning, little Bruce Spruce dreams about finding a home for Christmas Day. But when things don't quite go to plan he finds that his fir tree friends are there for him - and all is not lost... For ages 3-5 +.
£9.64
Simon & Schuster Ltd Untitled Gallery Kids
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers The Hundred and One Dalmatians
Book SynopsisA special 32 page picture book adaptation of Dodie Smith's much-loved classicstory, perfect for children aged 3 years and up.When Missis and Pongo's darling Dalmatian puppies are stolen, they know just who to suspect the evil Cruella de Vil! She's enough to scare the spots off a pup and she would love nothing more than to turn them into a spotty fur coat!With the help of some fearless furry friends, the parents set off on a brave rescue attempt. But can the Dalmatian parents rescue their precious pups in time?This classic tale about a hundred and one spotty dogs has been adapted for the first time ever as a picture book. Peter Bently''s fun adaptation of Dodie Smith''s original text will introduce the story to a new generation, with gorgeous artwork from bestselling illustrator, Steven Lenton.Fan''s of Dodie Smith''s original story will love this new take on an old favourite the perfect Christmas gift and classic bedtime story to enjoy together.Dodie Smith was an English children''s Trade Review‘A whole new generation is bound to be enchanted by the story', Jo Clarke, Book Lover Jo 'Bently and Lenton have succeeded in bringing this fantastic story to life for a new generation and we found this an absolute delight to read', Books for Boys
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Walker Books Ltd Love A Popup Celebration
Book SynopsisA gorgeous pop-up gift book from bestselling Robert Sabuda, with a heartwarming message of unconditional love. Six stunning pop-up animal scenes celebrate the different ways that love can be shared. Can you find the elephant sheltering its friend from the storm? Or the two swans promising to stay together for ever? This ode to love from acclaimed paper artist Robert Sabuda is a gift book for the whole family to treasure.
£17.00
Hachette Children's Group FreeRange Freddy
Book SynopsisA colourful new arrival turns the chicken coop upside-down in this delightfully funny rhyming picture book from Rachel Bright, multi-award-winning author of The Lion Inside.A new egg is ready to hatch, and the chickens all think they know what to expect. But when Freddy bursts from his shell with a multi-coloured explosion, it''s clear he''s not like ANY other chick they know!Join Free-Range Freddy as he turns the farmyard upside-down and shows the other hens just how egg-citing life can be if you only look at it a little differently . . .A delightfully funny rhyming picture book about the importance of being true to oneself and embracing difference. Award-winning wordsmith Rachel Bright, creator of The Lion Inside and The Koala Who Could, pairs with wonderfully talented debut illustrator Isobel Evans, winner of the Carmelite Prize.
£6.99
Abrams Milos Christmas Parade
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewMeshing Christmas, parade, and animal themes, Palmer gives triple kid appeal to her festively hued story, which culminates in well-deserved triumph for Milo. * Publishers Weekly *
£10.19
Abrams 5Minute Smurfs Stories
Book SynopsisA collectible volume of short stories set in the world of The Smurfs and designed to be read in five minutes or less! Enter a world of Smurftacular fun! Join Smurfette as she gets ready for an enchanting princess ball. Follow Hefty Smurf on a thrilling mission to find the perfect competitor, and learn a lesson with Vanity Smurf the day he forgets his manners. Don't miss Storm from Smurfy Grove as she embarks on an exciting quest to find her lost dragonfly best friend, Spitfire! Colorful and brimming with humor, this collection of short stories is perfect for fans of all ages!
£10.39
Hachette Children's Group The Cat and the Mouse and the Runaway Train
Book SynopsisFrom the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize comes a pacy rhyming adventure, perfect for any child who loves trains. When a naughty little mouse steals cheese from the station master, a battle between cat and mouse follows! But they put their differences aside when a big, red steam train comes tearing down the track straight towards them! Exquisitely illustrated, this cat and mouse chase is a truly memorable ride that will be good for many repeated trips.''This is a book that children will really enjoy... It''s a book that will give children''s sense of adventure a boost up the bottom.'' - Rhino ReadsTrade ReviewA rollicking, rolling adventure of suspicion and friendship. Full of colour and vitality. A book to be shared again and again. * The Scotsman *An adventure of a story, full of action and excitement * Rhino reads *A jolly rhyming adeventure of a cheese-stealing mouse pursued by the station master and a big red steam engine * Western Morning News *Praise for Cats Ahoy by Peter Bently: It was the sort of book that you can read over and over and never get bored. -- The Guardian
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Hachette Children's Group Hugless Douglas Plays Hideandseek
Book SynopsisMeet Hugless Douglas, the big bear with the big heart.Hugless Douglas loves to play hide-and-seek, but he''s so big he can NEVER find a good enough hiding place! Luckily, he joins Little Sheep''s team, and the pair plan to be the best seekers ever. But when it comes to the big game, Douglas and Sheep get a little bit more lost than they originally planned . . . Part of the hugely popular series, with over 1.6 million copies sold in 30 languages!Are you ready to join Hugless Douglas and friends on more adventures . . .?Trade ReviewBeautifully illustrated, this is a seasonal treat for Hugless Douglas fans. * Bristol Post *
£11.69
Hachette Children's Group Mrs Blackhat
Book SynopsisMrs Blackhat the witch likes everything to be black. So what will she do with an GINGER cat? A hilarious rhyming picture book, perfect for Halloween! Meet Mrs Blackhat, a witch who just loves the colour black. Black broom, black boots, black wand, black chair, black crow, black toad, black bat . . . GINGER cat?! What on Earth can Mrs Blackhat do to fix this problem? Find out in this hilarious rhyming story!Mick Inkpen is the creator of the much-loved Kipper series. A true modern classic, Kipper has been delighting families for more than 30 years.
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Hachette Children's Group Dont Eat the Dragon Snacks
Book SynopsisAre you ready for an adventure . . . with DRAGONS? Then jump on board with the loveably wacky Granny Chortle as she whisks Presley, Piper and Precious away in her high-speed, turbo-charged helicopter to Dragon Island.But remember the rules: NO jumping out of the helicopterNO distracting the pilot and MOST importantly . . . DON''T eat the dragon snacks! Fast and furious fire-breathing fun from the award-winning and bestselling creators, Mark Sperring and Deborah Allwright!
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Hachette Children's Group Lets Find Pumpkins
Book SynopsisThe pumpkin hunt is starting, come and join the SPOOKY fun!It''s time for an adventure, Halloween has just begun . . . Set off on this fun, read-aloud Halloween lift-the-flap adventure to help find all the pumpkins hidden beneath the flaps before it gets dark. Don''t forget to watch out for all sorts of sweet and spooky things on the way . . . like flying bats, silly scarecrows and one sneaky feline friend. There are ten pumpkins to count, can you spot them all? The perfect Halloween gift for little trick-or-treaters!
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Hachette Children's Group A Dinosaur Story Rocky Ravine
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 Rocky Ravine, Steg has a tantrum because his parents won''t let him out on his own. He stomps off with his friends but gets angry with them too. They see a rocky path up a mountain and Steg leads the way, even though the friends are scared. At the top, one of his friends slips down the mountainside but luckily they work together to rescue her. Steg apologises and realises that his anger has hurt and upset his friends and family. He learns ways he can keep calm.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 Emotion
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Hachette Children's Group A Dinosaur Story Valley Adventure
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 Valley Adventure, Seren finds it hard to be patient. Mum''s eggs will hatch very soon and she can''t wait to find out if she will have a new brother or sister. Mum tells her to go out and play. Her friends tell her there are some new dinosaurs to meet in the valley so rushes on ahead of them to go and find them. On the way, she meets some scary velociraptors, falls off a tree branch into a river and scares away the fish her new friends were patiently trying to catch. Eventually, she learns the rewards of being patient.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.
£12.34
Lark Books,U.S. Spring Street Touch and Feel Bugs
Book SynopsisTouch and feel the insects and bugs in this stylish, design-led board book. Introducing textures and providing the child with a tactile reading experience, this book explores a ladybird, a grasshopper, a bee, a butterfly, and a snail. Beautifully produced, with contemporary artwork, can you spot these little creatures in the world around you?
£7.99
Simon & Schuster Ltd Gordons Great Escape
Book SynopsisFollow Gordon the Balloon on his adventures around the world; learning new things, meeting people and avoiding all the dangers which come with being a balloon. Gordon is having a great time travelling with the circus when a storm hits their ship, leaving them stranded on an island! What will they do? Lost in the middle of the ocean and with no means of escape, it’s up to Gordon to save the day. The bestselling, award-winning Sue and Paul bring their brilliant comedic talents to this incredibly child-friendly idea that has the possibility to develop into a wider series.
£6.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Illustrated Stories of Monsters Ogres and Giants
Book SynopsisMeet monsters, ogres and giants - plus a very grumpy troll - from all over the world. Ten entertaining stories include a female Jack climbing the beanstalk, a lonely ogre and a brave little tailor whose adventure begins with some annoying flies and a pot of jam.Table of Contents1 Jack and the Beanstalk2 The Magic Bird3 The One-Inch Prince4 The Billy Goats Gruff5 The Brave Little Tailor6 Hop-On-My-Thumb7 Theseus and the Minotaur8 The Giant Princess9 The Princess and the Ogre10 The Valley of Diamonds
£11.69
Pan Macmillan Moomintroll Sets Sail
Book SynopsisJoin the Moomins on an ocean adventure in this stunning picture book based on Tove Jansson’s classic tales. The Moomins, Sniff and Little My are setting off across the high seas in Moominpappa’s new boat. Along the way they will encounter a swarm of mischievous niblings, Edward the gigantic Booble, and a very cross Hemulen aunt. Will they make it back safely to Moominvalley . . . or could they be lost at sea?This beautiful re-telling of Tove Jansson’s beloved story is perfect for Moomin fans of all ages. Combining the spirit of Jansson’s original warm and witty text with stunning illustrations of all her most beloved characters, Moomintroll Sets Sail is a heartwarming story of kindness, adventure and courage, as the Moomins come to realise that although adventure is exciting, home is always best.
£11.69
Walker Books Ltd Wednesday Is for Wiggling
Book SynopsisWith lively text and charming illustrations, this sweetly observed story introduces children to the days of the week, and shares a positive experience of growing up with separated parents.Whether it's wiggling on her cosy Wednesday with Mama, visiting the library with her childminder on Thursday, making origami cranes with her grandparents on Saturday or scooting in the park with Daddy on Sunday, this little girl cherishes the time she spends with all her caregivers.Through the eyes of a creative and curious child, this is an uplifting look at the familiarity and anticipation of a daily routine and spending time with all the special people who take care of children.
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Over the Shop
Book SynopsisIn a beautifully detailed wordless picture book, a tumbledown building becomes home sweet home for a found family.A lonely little girl and her grandparent need to fill the run-down apartment in their building. But taking over the rooms above their shop will mean major renovations for the new occupants, and none of the potential renters can envision the potential of the space – until one special couple shows up. With their ingenuity, the little girl’s big heart, and heaps of hard work, the desperate fixer-upper begins to change in lovely and surprising ways.In this bustling wordless picture book, JonArno Lawson’s touching story and Qin Leng’s gentle illustrations capture all angles of the building’s transformation, as well as the evolving perspectives of the girl and her grandparent. A wordless picture book that celebrates the power of community, the joys of new friends and the magic that happens when you open your heart, and fill your home with love and joy.Trade ReviewIn this wordless tale, a chosen family forms. . .A few carefully placed pride rainbows make queerness explicit: a barely noticeable rainbow belt; a rainbow hat, tiny in a distance shot; and, finally, an unmistakable (and unprecedented for this shop) rainbow flag hanging outside the business at the very end. Careful readers may deduce that the Asian tenant is a transgender man, signaled through an extremely subtle plot point. Poverty and the child’s early loneliness are subtle too, but warmth never is. A wordless, singing infusion of love and energy into a home. * Kirkus Reviews (starred review) *A dedication to trans activists and some characters who are nonbinary in dress and clothing make a simple message of love and acceptance resonate subtly. In this wordless book, there is comfort in familiarity, but sometimes a little change can shed new light on everything. . .This wordless story manages to speak volumes. Detailed images fill each page, requiring careful study and observation to understand the entire story. Multiple frames appear on each page, creating a more robust narrative than is often found in picture books. . .This meticulously detailed tale spreads a heartwarming message of renewal, hope, friendship, and compassion. * School Library Journal (starred review) *A child helps create community in this wordless tale by Lawson (Over the Rooftops, Under the Moon). . .With a sure line and growing touches of color and adornment as the couple brightens their space, Leng captures the snowball effect of the girl’s and the couple’s efforts. It’s a story about warmth, hospitality, and the way human beings can learn to change at any age. Though it’s resolved with compassion, the grandparent’s initial reluctance may call for some context setting. * Publishers Weekly (starred review) *With loosely rendered line and gently mottled texture, the watercolor scenes of the building’s transformation are fascinating and uplifting, a tribute to the partnership of optimism and elbow grease. . . the silent narrative attests to the common weal of a diverse community. * The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review) *A girl lives with her grandparent in the back room of a sleepy grocer in this subtle wordless tale about how acceptancemakes neighborhoods brighter. The detailed illustrations show each day starting like those before it: arranging goods,feeding an alley cat, and waiting to see if anyone will rent the apartment upstairs. There are no takers for the fixer upper—until an enterprising couple moves in, giving the shop and its surroundings new life. At the book’s end, a newrainbow flag celebrates inclusion. * Foreword Reviews (starred review) *
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Do You Remember?
Book SynopsisFrom the Double Kate Greenaway Medal-winning creator of Small in the City and illustrator of Town Is by the Sea, Footpath Flowers, I Talk Like a River and My Baba's Garden comes a moving look at how memories are made.Tucked up in bed at their new flat, a boy and his mum share memories. Some are idyllic, like a picnic with Dad, but others are more surprising: a fall from a bike into soft piled hay, the smell of an old oil lamp when a rainstorm blew the power out.Now it’s just the two of them, and the house where all of those memories happened is far away. But maybe someday, this will be a favourite memory, too: happy and sad, an end and a beginning intertwined.Do You Remember? is another unforgettable book from award-winning author and illustrator Sydney Smith.Trade ReviewA story that captures both the beginning of something new and the end of something treasured, this is a gorgeous tale of endurance. * Irish Examiner *Rich and evocative illustrations bring to life this tender story of family separation… This is a tender and touching story about family separation, about cherishing beloved memories, but also being allowed to move on and create fresh happy memories after a loss… Smith’s distinctive illustrative style powerfully brings the story and accompanying emotions to life… A powerful book to share and revisit, and a must have for all picture book collections. * Staff Pick, LoveReading4kids *Precisely crafted around a moment of transition (which may be good or bad, or both), this affecting book brings words and images together in ways that seem simpler than they are. * Books for Keeps *A truly touching tale, awesomely told through the fusion of lyrical text and tender illustrations. * Red Reading Hub *This is a simple and gentle story about the power of memory… This book would be a perfect one for adults and children to share if they are facing change and anxiety over the future. * The Letterpress Project *
£11.69
