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Clavis Publishing Gilbert the Ghost
Bestselling children's book, from award-winning author-illustrator Guido Van Genechten, is now a BOARD BOOK! Perfect for Halloween storytime or any other time! “A little ghost unapologetically makes the most of being different....Different never looked so appealing. ” - Kirkus Reviews “A sweet story about outsider friendship that is just slightly scary in places.... it's hard not to be charmed by van Genechten's smiley, rosy-cheeked ghosts, who could give Casper a run for his money in the cuteness department” – Publisher’s Weekly Ghost Gilbert is a very special ghost, ever since he was little. When he goes to Ghost school, he quickly makes a lot of new friends. Gilbert always cheerfully takes part in everything. But when the Principal wants him to call “Boooooooh” just like a real ghost, all Gilbert can do is whisper a soft “Bahoo”. Will Gilbert ever become a real ghost? A warm picture book about a different and special ghost, about fitting in and being true to yourself.
£9.99
Clavis Publishing What Do You See? A Book Full of Words and Pictures
"This board book will be a useful addition to little readers' shelves. " - Kirkus Reviews Look around you . . . What do you see? At home, in your bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living room? What do you see outside, in the garden? What animals and vehicles do you know? In the simple yet captivating style that characterizes Anita Bijsterbosch's books, What Do You See? is a playful and vibrant visual dictionary! Learning words is fun with this hardboard book loaded with recognizable pictures. For curious explorers ages 2 years and up.
£14.99
Clavis Publishing Dinnertime for Zaza
"Fun to share with the kiddos, this would be marvelous to use during a toddler storytime. Highly Recommended for Toddlers-Pre" Stephanie Bange A new book in Clavis' bestselling series "Zaza", which has been praised by Kirkus Review and School Library Journal! Zaza is cooking in her little kitchen. She’s making a meal for her animal friends. Then it’s dinnertime for Zaza. A delicious book about pretend cooking and dinnertime. For toddlers ages 24 months and up with a focus on the child’s daily life. At Clavis, our focus is on what’s best for children. We believe that books play an important role in each new phase in life. Our toddler books are tailored for every stage from 0 to 3 and focus on the five most important themes in their life: daily life, skills, emotions, the world, and language development. The age range and theme of every book in our toddler series can be found on the back cover in the form of a colored train.
£10.99
Clavis Verlag Die Heimat der Sterne
£14.80
Clavis Publishing Billys Birthday
A happy book about a baby elephant’s birthday party. For toddlers ages 12 months and up, with a focus on the child’s daily life.Mommy Elephant hangs up a beautiful garland because it’s Billy the baby elephant’s birthday. All his friends come to celebrate. Together, they eat cake and sing a birthday song. Hip, hip... hooray!
£8.50
Clavis Publishing Want to Know: Going To the Theater
Wantoknow ...are informative picture books that answer the many questions young children have about the world around them. Some subjects are familiar, others are less familiar. This series explores our fascinating world and environment, and examines elements of past and present. Chock-full of well-researched information and facts expressed in accessible and interactive ways, these books tell children what they want to know. Do you want to know everything about theater and what you can do there? What did theater look like in Ancient Greece? Who else works at the theater besides actors? Is theater the same everywhere in the world? What is a shadow show? These and many other questions will be answered in this book. You'll also find a fun comic, a crafts page, a big foldout page, and a mini-quiz, so you'll become a real expert. An informative picture book for children aged 5 and up about the wonderful experience that is going to the theater.
£12.99
Clavis Publishing Vroom! Kevin's Big Book of Vehicles
Trucks and cars are very important in Kevin's world. He likes them all: the strong workers, like the tractor and the garbage truck; the quick helpers, like the fire engine and the police car; and the regular road vehicles, like the car and the motorcycle. Vroom! There are lots of wheels in this big book of cars. There are also rhymes and questions to make the book really attractive to toddlers. Many young children are fascinated by vehicles, and Kevin is one of them. A lively and informative book for car lovers aged 2 1/2 and up.
£13.99
Clavis Publishing Big Panda and Little Panda
A sweet picture book about learning and growing through imaginative play. For little pandas ages 3 years and up.This is Little Panda. He wakes up early every morning, ready to run, tumble, and play. He’s full of energy, curiosity, and imagination. And that’s Big Panda, who sees and hears everything. He loves watching Little Panda explore the world. Together, Little Panda and Big Panda play all day . . . until the sun goes down.
£14.99
Clavis Publishing Tim hace lo que él quiere
Un hermoso libro sobre el talento, la diversidad y la importancia de hacer lo tuyo. Para pequeños que siguen su propio camino a partir de los 4 años.Cuando el pequeño Tim sale del huevo, todos los pájaros le dicen que debe aprender a volar. Todos los papás y las mamás pájaros le dan sus mejores consejos. Pero Tim no está muy seguro. ¿Por qué tiene que hacer lo que todo el mundo hace?
£13.99
Clavis Publishing And the Winner Is . . .
“This Piggy series entry, originally published in Dutch, offers an enjoyable, upbeat story highlighting facets of friendship, from sharing fun to mutual appreciation and support.” - Shelle Rosenfeld; Booklist Reviews“Piggy deals with disappointment by finding the bright side. Another sweet, warm outing with a most endearing hero." - Kirkus ReviewsIt’s a nice afternoon. Everyone is busy: Cat, Mouse, Bird, Turtle, Rabbit . . . and Piggy! He’s painting a picture for a contest. He’s sure his beautiful painting will win! But then, uh-oh! A little accident leads to a big problem. Can anything fix it?A sweet story about winning and losing . . . and about the best prize of all: friendship. For artists 4 years and up.
£10.99
Clavis Publishing How Do You Become Friends with the Moon?
Silver Medal Winner of the 2022 Key Colors Competition, the two-yearly national contest for illustrators of children’s books."Readers will delight in this enchanting book…and be eager to befriend the moon themselves." -Kirkus Reviews (Starred review)When three friends have many questions, they soon discover their greatest question of all: Will the moon ever come to stay with us? But no matter how hard they try to find the answer, she still doesn’t come. Until one special night . . . A sweet story about curiosity and friendship. For everyone ages 4 years and up.
£13.99
Clavis Publishing Animal Gangs
An exciting travel story full of interesting names of different animal groups. For curious adventurers ages 5 years and up.Audra and Oliver Otter go on a boat trip with Pop. But when they wake up after a nap, Pop is nowhere to be found! The two little otters search for their way home. Luckily, they get a lot of help from friendly animal gangs. As long as they watch out for the murder of crows, they’ll be fine.
£15.99
Clavis Publishing Bitterboiled Paloma
A funny and cheeky book about kindness and the importance of our words and actions. For all children ages 5 years and up.There are good children, kind children, friendly children, and sweet children. And there’s Paloma. Paloma is always naughty, mean, and bitterboiled. Until one day, there’s a new boy in her class. He’s even more bitterboiled than she is!
£14.99
Clavis Publishing Taking Care
A sweet story about friendship and caring for each other. For everyone ages 4 years and up.Piggy finds a baby hedgehog in the forest. He knows he has to help. So he takes the little one home and learns all about caring for it. But in his eagerness, Piggy forgets to take care of himself. Luckily, his friends are there for him.
£13.99
Clavis Publishing The Harbor
A fascinating picture book for children ages 5 years and up about the harbor.Do you want to know everything about the harbor? In this book, you’ll read all about ships and their captains. You’ll learn what a harbormaster does, what “loading” and “unloading” mean, and why harbors are so important. You’ll also find a sea shanty, fun flap and foldout pages, and a mini-quiz so that you can become a real expert.
£13.99
Clavis Publishing The Weather
A fascinating picture book for children ages 5 years and up about the weather in the world.Are you curious about the weather? Would you like to understand why it rains one day and not the next? Where do clouds come from? How can you tell if a thunderstorm is coming? In this book, you’ll learn about the sun, wind, water, and atmosphere. You’ll also find DIY activities, fun flap and foldout pages, and a mini-quiz so that you can become a real expert.
£13.99
Clavis Publishing Wonders of the Forest. Secrets of the Wild Woods
Do you know how mushrooms can operate as couriers, how seeds can fly, how clever bushes can be, how gigantic a fungus can become, or how a tree makes delicious pancake syrup for you? Nature is full of hidden wonders for us to discover! There are forests all over the world. They house countless extraordinary species of animals and plants that can do remarkable things. In this book’s 60 + pages of full color photographs and facts, you’ll go on a journey through the wild woods and discover a world of magnificent secrets.Fourth Book in the Wow! series. For nature explorers ages 6 years and up.
£15.99
Clavis Publishing Travelers
Calling all animal lovers! This is your chance to learn about 9 amazing animals considered ‘smart travelers.’ Are you curious to know where they’re going? Travel with the Arctic tern, the Chinook salmon, the plains zebra, the red crab, the barn swallow, the great white shark, the common crane, the reindeer, and the monarch butterfly. Each page presents beautiful illustrations full of facts and habitat descriptions that will surely amaze and inform. Super Animals, beautifully illustrated non-fiction about special animals, will take you on a mesmerizing journey where you’ll meet the world's largest, fastest, loudest, and all-around magnificent animals!
£14.99
Clavis Publishing A Hundred Kisses around the World
Follow this sweet journey around the world as different animals spread love, learning about them as you go along! The dolphin sees two seals kiss each other with their noses. That’s nice! thinks the dolphin. “Shall I give you a kiss with my nose?” she asks the turtle. The turtle would like that. Are there other animals who would like kisses too? A fun book full of affection! Soft-padded, with simple text and big, bright illustrations, it’s specifically geared towards toddlers ages 12 months and up, with a focus on helping children understand the world and its surroundings.
£9.99
Clavis Publishing Kiki's Potty
"Simple, purposeful, and fun—just the thing to help little ones move from diapers to undies." - Kirkus ReviewsWelcome to Kiki’s Circus! All the animal friends will show you a cute trick. But wait! First, they have to use the potty. Look at Beaver making a hoop spin after washing her paws or Squirrel going on his unicycle after a quick pee! And Kiki…what’s your trick? Oh, using the toilet is not so difficult or scary after all!The perfect toddler book with bright colors, short text, and cute characters children will love!
£10.99
Clavis Publishing Spring and Summer
Hurray! Spring & Summer are here! Time to play and learn! It’s spring! The sun is shining gently, the leaves are growing, a bird is singing, and I’m picking beautiful flowers. After spring, it’s summer! The sun is nice and warm and we’re spending a day at the beach. I play in the sand, collect small shells, and splash in the water.This joyful and uplifting book full will help toddlers ages 12 months and up learn vocabulary items and the world around them. With bright, contrasting colors and short text, this age-appropriate book will bring warmth and smiles to the little ones!
£8.50
Clavis Publishing What Do You Do to Fall Asleep?
The sun has gone to sleep…It’s bedtime! Lift each flap and follow Little Mouse and his friends as they all get ready to go to sleep in their very own way. Do they count stars? Cuddle with their favorite toy? How fun! A soothing and uplifting picture book to create bedtime routines and snooze away!
£13.99
Clavis Publishing My Grandma Is a Superhero
"Love motivates acceptance and assistance in this warm, direct, and interactive story." - Kirkus ReviewsSuzy and Granny have the most exciting adventures and play together non-stop…their favorite is acting like superheroes! But lately, Granny forgets more and more things and is often confused—she even forgot Suzy’s name once. Granny says she is losing her memory…That can’t be! Where did she put it? As a determined Suzy goes on an unsuccessful quest to find Granny’s memory, she realizes that their love will never change, and Granny will always be a superhero in her eyes…A gentle story that helps children understand what happens when a grandparent has Alzheimer’s disease and cope with their confusion and fading memory. For everyone ages 4 years and up.
£13.99
Clavis Publishing Trees Are Not Just for Birds
A touching story about sharing, building community, and a tall beautiful tree that opens its large, welcoming branches to all. For a long time, Bird has been looking for the perfect tree. And finally, there it is! Big and beautiful, with large branches to build her nest on. And with fragrant blossoms welcoming her. But as other animals want to live there too, she soon realizes that trees are not just for birds, and life is better when we have others around us. For animal and tree lovers ages 4 years and up.
£13.99
Clavis Publishing Lenas Favorite Sweater
Included in the Hot Off the Press Spotlight: Big Feelings.Included in the Children''s Book Council''s March 2024 ''Hot Off the Press'' reading list. Lena has a favorite sweater. Grandma knitted it especially for her. No one else is allowed to touch it, except when Mom washes it. But one day, when the sweater is hanging on the clothesline outside, Lena sees that it has big holes in it. Who has done this? she thinks angrily. When she finds out, she makes a surprising discovery . ..A beautiful story about the joy of sharing. For children ages 5 years and up.
£14.99
Clavis Publishing Construction Workers and What They Do
An enlightening and informative book about construction workers and what they do. For children ages 5 years and up.A construction worker builds houses. First the ground is made even, and then a layer of concrete is poured over it. Now the construction worker can get started. He builds the walls and makes sure they’re straight. When that’s done, he adds a roof, doors, and windows. But there’s still a lot more to be done inside . . .
£12.99
Clavis Publishing Learning with Skip. Opposites
A cheerful book in which Skip is introduced to all kinds of opposites. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on language development.Skip is going to play at Mara’s house. He puts on his boots and coat because it’s cold and wet outside. He and Mara build a big tower with square blocks, and he enjoys a refreshing glass of lemonade. When he’s back home, he gives his sweet mom a hug.
£12.02
Clavis Publishing Learning with Skip. Emotions
A cheerful and uplifting book in which Skip is introduced to all kinds of emotions. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on the child’s feelings.Skip has butterflies in his tummy because today is his birthday. He’s surprised by Mom, Dad, and his friends. When a balloon bursts, Skip is a little startled, but thanks to Mom’s thoughtful cake, he’s not sad for long. He feels impatient as he unwraps his presents, and he gets a bit shy when Mara gives him a kiss. Skip is so happy after such a wonderful day!
£10.99
Clavis Publishing Eating, Playing, Sleeping under the Sun
A cheerful book full of fun questions about animals eating, playing, and sleeping under the sun. For toddlers ages 30 months and up, with a focus on the world surrounding the child.The sun is shining! All the animals are munching on grass and leaves, playing happily outside, or sleeping soundly. Can you spot the giraffe with the longest neck, the playing lions, and the yawning elephant? And where’s Crocodile?
£11.24
Clavis Publishing Little Tractor and the Christmas Tree
An inspiring Christmas story with an Earth-friendly message. For anyone ages 4 years and up.This year, it’s Little Tractor’s turn to pick out the tree for Christmas. He chooses a beautiful young fir that’s not too big and not too small. It’s the perfect tree for Little Tractor and his friends to decorate! But wait—is it possible the young fir doesn’t want to be a Christmas tree?
£13.99
Clavis Publishing Winter Fun
An interactive picture book loaded with winter fun! For snow-loving children ages 3 years and up.Fox, Mouse, Raccoon, and Owl are playing in the snow. They want to make a snowman on top of a hill. But . . . a snowball as big as that is quite heavy. Will you help them roll the ball to the top of the hill?
£14.38
Clavis Publishing Little Book of Caring
A little book about caring and friendship. For people of all ages.It’s easy to show you care. Say good morning, be helpful, listen when people speak . . . You’ll see that when you take care of others, they’ll take care of you too.
£9.99
Clavis Publishing Emma's First Day of School
A cheerful book about daring to be yourself anywhere, anytime—even on your first day of school! For little animals and big kids ages 3 years and up.Today is a big day. It’s Emma’s first day of school! And she’s ready for it. She’s all dressed up in a suit of feathers with strong wings. Just watch Emma fly!
£13.99
Clavis Publishing Park Rangers and What They Do
An enlightening informative book tailor-made for toddlers about the forester and everything she (or he) does. For nature lovers ages 4 and up.Today, we head out with the forester. Do any trees have to be cut down or planted? Are there any animals in the forest that weren’t there before? Is the forest clean or did someone dump trash? Is there a walk in the dark on the program? The forester keeps an eye on all of that and protects nature.
£9.64
Clavis Publishing A Picture Day to Remember
A thoughtful book about our insecurities and finding the self-confidence to love the way we look. It’s picture day at school! All the kids come dressed and ready for it! But not Lola. Lola hides under a big red hat. She is just too self-conscious about her freckles- she has always been! But her classmate Nassim has a clever solution, and in no time, her friends rally behind Lola. Surely enough, the hat comes off and Lola feels confident to celebrate her uniquely, beautiful freckles. A thoughtful book about insecurities and self-confidence, but especially about the power of friendship. For children with and without freckles ages 5 years and up.
£13.99
Clavis Publishing Santa's Year
"An additional purchase for libraries wishing to add to their look-and-find and holiday collections." - School Library Journal Santa . . . You know his beard, his sleigh, his reindeer, and his presents. Because you see those every December. But do you know what he’s up to the rest of the year? A funny picture book about what Santa does when it’s not Christmas. With enough look-and-search-games for an entire year of reading. For little helpers ages 5 years and up. >
£16.80
Clavis Publishing Who's the Smartest?
A funny story about trying to outwit your friends. For sly little foxes (and clever dogs and squirrels) ages 4 years and up.Olive the dog wants to play with her friend Squirrel. But Squirrel doesn’t have time. He has to gather acorns for the winter. And then Fox shows up. He’s hungry . . . Who will get what they want? Or will they all win?
£13.99
Clavis Publishing Look at That! Wild Animals
Wild animals with curious eyes look out at the world just as children do. Look at the illustrations and identify the animals. For toddlers ages 12 months and up, with a focus on the world surrounding the child.
£11.09
Clavis Publishing Look at That! Farm Animals
Sweet animals with curious eyes look out at the world just as children do. Look at the illustrations and identify the animals. For toddlers ages 12 months and up, with a focus on the world surrounding the child.
£11.09
Clavis Publishing Climb a Giraffe
An adventurous book daring to break the rules and fantasizing to your heart’s content. For dreamers ages 5 years and up. Sometimes a kid hears lots of rules . . . lots of don’t do this! or don’t do that! What happens when you just want to explore the world? There are so many things to do, like digging for lost treasure, visiting Mars, and dancing with peacocks too. Adventure awaits as we explore all the adventures one can have—you can even climb a giraffe!
£12.99
Clavis Publishing The Missing Potty
“This Dutch/Belgian import will be useful during that seemingly endless time of toilet training.” - Kirkus Reviews Bunny loves her potty. She likes to sit on it all the time. But one day, Bunny can't find it. And Bunny really needs to go potty! What will she do now? She can’t hold it anymore! Will using the real potty be as scary as it looks? A happy book to help toddlers with potty training, with surprising flaps! For toddlers ages 30 months and up.
£10.99
Clavis Publishing I Can Do Magic. Magical Plants and Animals
wow! This series is full of animals, plants, and phenomena that are so spectacular that you’ll be left in awe! Have you ever seen a real magician? A magician who can make himself invisible, change his shape, or walk on water? Take a good look around you in nature, because magicians might be closer than you think. In this book, you’ll meet incredible plants and animals: chameleons, butterflies, black panthers, mushrooms . . . And they can all do magic! Mack takes the reader on a journey discovering animals that appear to do 'magic.' Mixing fantastic photography and illustrations, the reader can expect to learn about chameleons, hummingbirds and their ability to stay still in the air or even fly backward, the magic of fireflies shining bright, trees and animals living for many years, and so on. It is a fantastic trip with loads of facts about fauna and flora. The first book in the wow series. Let the best animals and plants enchant you. For little biologists ages 5 years and up.
£13.99
Clavis Publishing Is There Life in Outer Space?
The third book in the non-fiction series Marvelous But True about scientific wonder, focussing on Astrobiologist Carl Sagan and his search for extraterrestrial life. Dreaming, daring, thinking, and doing. For researchers ages 6 years and up. The Seventies. Astrobiologist Carl Sagan is looking for ways to get in contact with extraterrestrial life through Nasa's Voyager program. When NASA sends satellites to the back of the solar system -- and even further -- Carl takes his chance: he launches all kinds of sounds and images from planet Earth into space. He collected and sent 115 pictures and 55 sounds in the forms of greetings to see if there would be a response from extraterrestrial life. The satellites are still in space, collecting valuable data, and NASA predicts they can still make contact with them through the year 2025. How did he do that? And where are they going to end up? Is there life in outer space?
£14.14
Clavis Publishing I'll Always Hold Your Hand
"This is a sweet, simple book about all a parent/guardian does for their little ones. Beautiful pictures and few words will hold a little one's attention." - Grant Public Library A sweet book that explores the little things parents do to show how much they love their babies, from tasting their food to make sure it's good, to changing diapers or playing peak-a-boo. This love will be kind, supportive, and forever. A cute board book perfect for little ones ages 1 and up.
£11.95
Clavis Publishing The Proud Button
An inspiring story about believing in a magical button and, more importantly, about believing in yourself. For children ages 5 years and up. Isabelle is a shy little girl who loves to play. While everyone plays or works together, Isabelle always stands aside. When she gets a new button from her aunt, she considers it a treasure. Her special button reminds her to be proud and courageous. With the help of her new button, Isabelle begins to see that making friends isn’t as scary as it seems.
£14.89
Clavis Publishing Santa's Present Hunt
Wonderful picture book to read this Christmas season! "Great picture book to read and enjoy at school and at home especially prior to the Christmas holiday period. This picture book makes a fabulous present for young children." - ITEEA Did Santa come to visit? Yes! How can you tell? Because the houses are filled with presents! Can you spot all the gifts on each wish list? And can you find all of the differences before and after Santa’s visit? A colorful and engaging Christmas seek-and-find picture book. For young and old present-hunters ages 4 years and up. Guided Reading Level J Santa’s Present Hunt is author and illustrator Mieke Goethals' first search and find picture book. It brings together her two biggest passions: drawing and interiors. It's deliciously Christmas! Super cute drawings full of surprises and jokes, with cool searches. Creative, cute, cheerful from start to finish. One to definitely use again during the holidays in the coming years.
£16.71
Clavis Publishing Bear Is Not Sleepy
"This simple story opens the door to exploration of sophisticated concepts." - Kirkus Reviews "Bear is preparing to hibernate through the winter while his friends Elephant and Chicken take him on a colorful adventure before he goes to sleep for his long hibernation period. Showing the joy of sharing life and adventure with friends through cute colorful illustrations to accompany the story." - Being Unique Books It’s almost winter. Bear is getting ready to go to sleep. But when he sees birds flying south, Bear decides he wants to go too! Bear isn’t sleepy . . . yet . . . A warm story about adventure, and friendship, and being yourself. For sleepy bears ages 3 and up. Guided Reading Level H "This delightful book is about adventure, friendship, and being yourself. The illustrations are simple and small so it will work best one-on-one rather than in a group. Bear discovers that home is where the heart is and his own bed, in his own cave, is best for him. I recommend this book." - Storywraps
£14.78
Clavis Publishing Plastic Soup
"Addresses climate change and its consequences." - Publishers Weekly "A group of animal friends discover that much of the plastic we use ends up cluttering the ocean. (Plastic Soup, get it?) They discuss it simply enough for children to grasp and then share some creative ways to reuse trash and to limit our use of plastics. A simple but cute informative story." - Richmond Public Library The animal friends are spending the day at the beach. Frog jumps in the water and comes up with a torn plastic bag on his head. Fox thinks Frog looks like a sea monster! But the plastic bag isn’t the only thing that floats in the water. Why is there so much plastic in the sea? A simple and colorful picture book to introduce children to water pollution and little changes that can make a big difference. For children ages 5 years and up. Guided Reading Level K
£14.14
