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Based on the Gigantosaurus animated TV series.This charming picture book is the perfect introduction to Tiny, the young triceratops. Tiny isn't like the other dinosaurs in her triceratops herd - she loves drawing, singing and making friends with everyone she meets. Her big brother tells her that she needs to be more serious, but with the help of her friends, she sets out to show him that having fun can sometimes get you through some of life's stickiest situations!This fun story is perfect for bubbly young readers who can identify with Tiny. Plus, spot Tiny's purple flower hidden on every page.Watch the episode and read the story!

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This silly but stylish slider book is sure to give little ones a giggle. They'll love joining in with a game of hide-and-seek as they move the sliders to reveal the crocodile hiding in every scene. Is it driving the digger? Or hiding behind the wheelbarrow? Just push the slider to find out!With beautiful artwork from google doodler Lydia Nichols, all the family will enjoy reading and playing with this fun novelty book.

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Little ones will love saying 'hello' to a whole host of friendly undersea animals in this delightful lift-the-flap book. Sam Boughton's vibrant illustrations bring facts to life with deft humour and memorable comparisons. With big flaps to lift and a fantastic double gatefold on the last spread, this book is sure to go down a storm with young readers.

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Based on the Gigantosaurus animated TV series, this charming picture book is the perfect introduction to world of Gigantosaurus. Meet the characters, explore the Cretaceous world and, most importantly of all, RUN when you see Giganto! The four young dinosaurs decide to go on a Gigantosaurus hunt. They search far and wide and meet all kinds of dinosaurs - but no Giganto. But then they end up inside a strange cave with tooth-shaped rocks and a strange smell...

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The You Can Tell a Fairy Tale series turns young readers into the storytellersIn You Can Tell a Fairy Tale: Pinocchio, they can help the mischievous hero on his journey to becoming a real boy. Where does he go when he skips school? What animal will he turn into, and just what does he say to make his nose grow so long?Illustrated by picture-book rising star Migy Blanco, You Can Tell a Fairy Tale: Pinocchio is an interactive retelling of the classic tale.

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At night we sail over the inky black sea,me and my dad, in our little red boat.We cast out our nets, and we wait in the dark,and the star light shines above us. Follow the journey of one little girl and her father as their fishing boat comes back home. Clever paper engineering makes objects 'light up' on every spread - from the roaming beams of the lighthouse, to the warm yellow lights of the fishing village. With a lyrical, repetitive text and atmospheric art by The Ride-by-Nights illustrator Carolina Rabei, this twinkly tale will have little readers feeling sleepy in no time.

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Little ones will love saying 'hello' to a whole host of friendly dinosaurs in this delightful lift-the-flap book. Sam Boughton's vibrant illustrations bring facts to life with deft humour and memorable comparisons. With big flaps to lift and a fantastic double gatefold on the final spread, this book is sure to go down a storm with young readers.

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We all know what happens in fairy tales. Little Red Riding Hood meets a Wolf. Cinderella loses a slipper. The You Can Tell a Fairy Tale series lets children tell their favourite tales their own way. In You Can Tell a Fairy Tale: Red Riding Hood, follow our heroine through the path (which path will you choose?) in the woods. Decide what she has in her basket, what clothes are in grandma's wardrobe and who saves the day at the end!Illustrated by picture-book rising star Migy Blanco.

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This beautiful board book is the perfect introduction to Dinosaurs. From the terrifying T.Rex to the towering diplodocus, explore the vibrant artwork created by acclaimed artist Jane Foster. The perfect gift for little ones.

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THE STORY OF THE HUMAN JOURNEY TO SPACELong before anyone had designed a rocket, the Montgolfier brothers were making hot air balloons. In October 1783, they became the first people to experience controlled flight. Balloon to the Moon starts there and leads to Neil Armstrong's 'small step' and beyond. But why stop there? Learn about the great innovations of the past, then get ready for BLAST OFF into an unknown but exciting future.

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Cultures all over the world have great heroes and heroines whose exploits have made them the stuff of legend. In this wondrously illustrated atlas, explore some of the great figures of mythology and their incredible exploits. From Heracles of Greece, to Maui of the Pacific, to the Empress Jingu of Japan, The Atlas of Heroes and Heroines is full of fascinating stories of bravery and cunning.From the author and illustrator of The Atlas of Monsters.

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Raj and Dad are going on an adventure. They are both very excited and they plan a list of all the things they will do. But then, disaster strikes! Dad has left his wallet at home and Raj thinks their day will be ruined. But maybe Raj and Dad can still have a perfect day. All they need is their imaginations and each other's company. This picture book celebrates the relationship between a dad and his son with warm, tender artwork from the illustrator of Spinderella.

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Norbert the penguin lives in Antarctica. He dreams of being a big star and singing and dancing for millions of people! One day he leaves his home and makes the long journey to the big city. He works hard and before long he is the most famous penguin the world has ever known! But Norbert is lonely too. Can he go back to his family without giving up the thing he loves to do? A beautiful picture book from the writer and illustrator of Oh no! Where did Walter Go?

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Come on a journey through the cosmos to witness the wonders of creation with master storyteller Jamila Gavin. In this beautiful volume, cherished Hindu tales are given a new voice, as stories of great floods, evil kings, beautiful princesses and epic battles between good and evil leap from the pages. Illuminated by winning artist Amanda Hall's sumptuous illustrations, which show influences from both contemporary and classical Indian art, this magnificent collection will delight and intrigue readers in equal measure.

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Crocodali is the greatest artiste in the whole world, and you've just walked into his studio. He's too busy for signings today, but as you're here you might as well lend a hand. In this hilarious picture book, readers can get involved by tilting, shaking and blowing on the book. There's a laugh a minute as our protagonist loses control of the situation and watches his studio descends into chaos. This laugh-outloud read is packed with painterly puns to entertain young and old - it's sure to make an impression...

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The Society of Distinguished Lemmings enjoy the finer things in life, and aim to be distinguished in everything they do. So when the lemmings meet a bear, they are faced with a great challenge: can they transform this wild animal into a member of their society? A hilarious and quirky picture book about overcoming differences and being distinguished... but differently!

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Little fingers will delight in tracing over the shapes of each object in this wonderful tactile board book range. From food to pets and objects around the home, these beautifully illustrated books are a great first introduction. Hannah and Holly's soft pastel palette makes this the ideal gift for a newborn baby or first birthday.

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Count from one to ten with these beautifully illustrated books. Little fingers will delight in tracing over the shapes of each object as they learn numbers in this early concepts series. Hannah and Holly's soft pastel palette makes this the ideal gift for a newborn baby or first birthday.

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Little fingers will delight in tracing over the shapes of each object in this wonderful tactile board book range. Meet animals of the forest, jungle, sea and desert in these beautifully illustrated books. Hannah and Holly's soft pastel palette and adorable friendly faces make this the ideal gift for a newborn baby or first birthday.

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UNDER THE SEA is a lively introduction to life beneath the waves, where children can lift the flaps to learn about an under water world. Young readers will be amazed as they find out what beautiful creatures can be discovered amongst a coral reef or shipwreck, why fish look so different deep down, which ways predators hunt their food, and much, much more. This book features over 30 sturdy flaps to lift, along with charming, child-friendly artwork that introduces new concepts and vocabulary in a simple and accessible way.

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Discover the wild side of cities around the world in this stunning collection of urban maps. Did you know that there are flying squirrels in the heart of New York City? Or that wild boar roam the streets of Berlin? From bats in air-conditioning vents, to snakes in the sewers, each city is a colourful mix of everyday sightings and one-off stories you wouldn't believe.

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A bold and stylish introduction to the iconic landmarks and sights of London by leading textile design Jane Foster. With cheerful, retro-inspired artwork, this will make the perfect gift for a new baby or first birthday.

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Roly is a woodlouse and Rita is a firefly. They are very different, but this is why they like each other.Then, one day, Rita thinks Roly's suit is too hard and Roly thinks Rita shines too brightly. Suddenly being different seems very difficult.This wonderful pop-book from the author of The Colour Monster is a celebration of friendship and differences.

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A charming new close-the-flap novelty bedtime book. Perfect for parent and child to read together, it encourages little ones to say goodnight and put away their toys, close the curtains and turn on the nightlight, signifying that it's time to go to sleep. The beautiful soft artwork by Becky Cameron is complimented by the soothing rhyming text. (Becky illustrated Paddington™ & The Christmas Visitor storybook (M&S Christmas advert tie-in, 2017).

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This silly but stylish slider book is sure to give little ones a giggle. They'll love joining in with a game of hide-and-seek as they move the sliders to reveal the lion hiding in every scene. Is it in the restaurant? Or at the hairdresser's? Just push the slider to find out!With beautiful artwork from google doodler Lydia Nichols, all the family will enjoy reading and playing with this fresh new novelty series.

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Construction site shows how an architect's vision is brought to life. A half-made building forms the model centrepiece, with easy-to-make model vehicles, slot-together pathways and other accessories to add to complete the scene. Includes a 32-page book with facts about the different machinery used, as well as the stages involved in erecting a building. An ideal activity package for budding builders everywhere.

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Scruff just can't resist sausages . . . salami, pepperoni, chorizo . . . he simply loves them all. But gate-crashing barbecues and hanging around outside the local butcher's shop is not making him the most popular dog in town. Then one day, disaster strikes! There's a break-in at the butcher's - and ALL THE SAUSAGES are stolen! Neither the policeman, nor the mayor, nor the butcher can trace the sausage thieves. There's only one thing for it; Scruff will have to sniff them out! After a lot of twists and turns, Scruff's sniffing talents and bravery win the day - and Scruff and his chums are rewarded with a slap-up meal at a posh restaurant. Guess what's on the menu - SAUSAGES! Yuvall's debut picture book, The Big Blue Thing on the Hill, published by Templar in 2014, was nominated for the 'Heart of Hawick' Children's Book Award 2015, in the best new picture book category, as well as for the 'Read It Again!' Cambridgeshire Children's Book Award 2015, for best debut by an author/illustrator.

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An old fiddler tells a pirate crew of an island bursting with hidden treasure. But once the motley men have set sail for the mysterious island, he also tells them it is guarded by the terrible Pirate-Cruncher! Eventually their greed overcomes their fear - when they arrive on the island, a hilarious fold-down flap reveals that the island itself is the Pirate-Cruncher, who promptly swallows the whole crew! Now available in sturby board book format.

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Monster Mummy is going shopping, so Boris is babysitting for Monster Baby. The thing is, Boris isn't very good at it. He plonks Monster Baby in the dog basket, forgets to feed him and falls fast asleep when he should be putting Baby to bed. Can you help Boris babysit before things get really out of hand? There's a lot of looking after to do! With a cute, furry baby monster on ribbon to play with and attach to each page. A hilarious follow-up to the bestselling Calm Down, Boris! by the super-talented Sam Lloyd.

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The pages in this book can be pulled out and transformed into beautiful Christmas cards, gift boxes and gift tags! Lovingly designed by collage artist and papercraft expert Ellen Giggenbach, each page is removable and features both ready-made stationery items and ones to decorate with the stickers provided. Featuring 20 cards, 20 gift tags and 7 gift boxes, it comes complete with fold guides and easy assembly instructions.

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Little Explorers is a first information series for curious youngsters. With sturdy flaps to lift on every page, little ones can have hands-on fun discovering the animal kingdom. The Animal World introduces a host of creatures from cuddly pets to wild beasts, including a visit to the farm, the jungle, the Arctic and deep into the oceans.

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Pictura is a stunning range of black-and-white artworks to collect and colour, for all ages. In this brand-new format in the Pictura range, 16 postcards of elegant Paris artwork are yours to colour-in and send/display as you wish. Featured landmarks include the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Palais Royal, the Seine and the Champs Élysées.

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Every child loves a snow day - no school and snowball fights galore! But Sam has to wait for his Grandad. Trying to hurry him up, Sam tells Grandad all the other kids have gone to the park... and all the local dogs... and all the zoo animals! Only when they finally arrive does Grandad see Sam was telling the truth - and both of them get stuck in having fun on their snow day!

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One bear is facing winter alone for the first time in his life. Just like his father showed him, he gathers leaves for his cave, and just like his mother showed him, he catches fat silver fish to eat. The bear meets his mate and both sleep away the winter in his cosy cave, snuggled in a big bear hug. When spring arrives, a new bear cub arrives also, and the new father begins to teach his child all he has learned.

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The ultimate picture book for complete and utter football nutters! Charlie and his dad are utter football nutters, and they are especially nutty about their team - Seaburn City. So when their star player has his pre-match good luck ritual (featuring alphabet spaghetti) saboutaged just before the cup final, they're determined to put things right. Luckily, a vintage tin of alphabet spaghetti and quick thinking on the part of Charlie save the day.

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We don't have to look to works of fiction to find tales of true love. The pages of history are crammed with stories about love that are, quite literally, true. And many of them are among the greatest love stories ever told.Ancient Love Stories brings together some of the most remarkable romances in history - from tales of fearless queens and besotted emperors to men who died fighting for the men they loved. These accounts of passion, jealousy, hope and longing show that perhaps little has changed over the last three thousand years - love, above all, has endured.Written by award-winning classicist Emily Hauser and with beautiful artwork by illustrator Sander Berg.

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An elegant mini edition of Katie Scott and the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew's beautiful Fungarium.This gorgeous mini edition of Fungarium is the perfect gift for nature-lovers or anyone who appreciates beautiful books. Wander the galleries - open 365 days a year - and discover a collection of curated exhibits on every page, accompanied by informative text. Each chapter features a different branch of the fungal kingdom, from colour waxcaps to slimy moulds. Welcome to the museum!

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A stylish journal to document baby's first year - featuring the classic Sophie la girafe toyYou won't want to forget a thing about baby's first year - and with this book, you can treasure the memories forever.Starting before baby is born, there is plenty of space for you to write down your thoughts and feelings at each stage of your first year together, and to personalise the book with your own photos, scans or even tiny little footprints. Two sturdy pockets are just the right size for precious keepsakes such as hospital tags, or first locks of hair. And with a page at the back to include photos right up until little one's fifth birthday, this is sure to be a book that they, and you, will come back to again and again.Beautifully designed, with a padded cover and ribbon marker, this is the perfect gift for baby showers or to welcome a new arrival into the world. Sophie la girafe has sold more than 50 million teether toys worldwide, and now the iconic toy from France turns 60. Celebrate with Sophie as she steps into the pages of a brand new series of baby books.

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The Jolley-Rogers - a pirate family, are moving to Dull-on-Sea, a quiet seaside town. Stopping to fix up their ship, this unusual family get the whole neighbourhood spreading rumours. Defying the grown-ups, Matilda from next door decides to become friends with the youngest pirate son. When the Jolley-Rogers leave, the town discovers they were wrong to assume the worst - the pirate clan have buried treasure in everyone's gardens (shown in a stunning double-gatefold). Matilda feels sad until she discovers her own treasure - an incredibly exciting new pen friend.

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Eat your way around the world in this tasty book which looks at food, recipes and cultural traditions from 26 different countries.Where did corn come from? And wheat? And potatoes? What have people in Turkey been eating for centuries? Find out, in this delicious new book from the award-winning duo behind the bestselling Maps.Learn how to make Vietnamese pancakes, Brazilian pralines and Hungarian lecsó in this delectable book which will take you on a feast-filled adventure! Be a guest at a Moroccan feast, sail along a Vietnamese floating market and indulge in the haute cuisine of France's master chefs. Not only will you find new delicacies, but you'll also learn about their remarkable history and cultural roots along the way.This beautiful large format book makes for the perfect gift.

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This is a first shapes book with a difference. The wonderful world of the talented Sarah Dyer is laid out in gorgeous organized chaos for the joy of young readers. Each page is scattered with objects that little ones will love pointing out and naming, including circle-shaped things (clock, frying pan, ladybird spots) and square-shaped things (window, building blocks, a cracker). Sarah's funky illustrations and playful sense of humour will see The Book of Shapes becoming an instant hit for toddlers and parents alike.

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Winner of The National Art Library Award!Helen Ward's tale of The Tin Forest follows an old man who tidies the rubbish in a junkyard and dreams of a better place. With faith, ingenuity and hard work, he transforms it into a wonderland in this poetic modern fable.

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2017 is the 15th anniversary of the creation of Bob, Man on the Moon, celebrate with this anniversary edition. Bob is everyone's favourite man on the moon; Bob has a special job - looking after the moon. He knows everything about the moon and that there is definitely no such thing as aliens!

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A timeless bedtime classic from Jane Hissey''s beloved, BAFTA award-winning teddy bear series, Old Bear and Friends.One morning, Little Bear awakes to find his favourite red trousers are missing! He sets off in search of them, but soon discovers that his friends have already found a variety of hilarious uses for them - Rabbit as a skiing hat, Duck as a flag, and Dog as his new two-bone bone holder bag! The other toys rally around to help, but will Little Bear ever be reunited with his beloved trousers?Creativity and humour beams from each page in this brand new paperback edition of misplaced pants and mischievous teddies, perfect for sharing with little ones up to 5 years old. Jane Hissey''s beautiful, best-selling teddy bear series is packed with heartfelt humour, nostalgia and vintage illustrations.

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There are lots of ways that we can feel loved and give love. Love in its broadest sense.Mindful words explore themes such as self love, a parent's love for new baby, the bond between siblings, friendship, fighting for what you believe in, and missing someone who's no longer there.Imagined with sublime illustrations that perfectly embody each side. Love may feel proud like a peacock, on display for the world to see, but it may also sing a softer song that goes unheard to those who are not listening.A beautifully illustrated mini picture book from an artist skyrocketing in popularity.

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Wind down for the night with the classic Sophie la girafe toy, in this boardbook full of gentle messages for bedtime success. Sophie is getting ready to go to bed. Join her in her calming night-time routine for one last book before the lights go out. This short story is perfect for reading aloud with babies and toddlers. Each scene presents first words from around the home, making it the ideal book for little ones just starting to talk, while textured pages will engage even the youngest babies' senses. For parents and carers, each page features short practical tips for bedtime success, consulted by Early Years expert Lizzie Noble.Sophie la girafe has sold more than 50 million teether toys worldwide, and now the iconic toy from France turns 60. Celebrate with Sophie as she steps into the pages of a brand new series of baby books.Designed for reading together with your baby or toddler, this would also make the perfect baby shower or new baby gift.

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Sometimes I find it really tough to make sure I'm not in a huff because there's simply so much stuff that makes me want to yell. We all get angry once in a while, but it can be hard to know what to do when we feel this way. The determined heroine of I Really want the Cake is back with a new connundrum. What should she do when she REALLY wants to shout.

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