A hilarious, ridiculous, darkly comic story about what can happen when you feed one single pigeon . . .
The dynamic team behind Llama Destroys the World return with a laugh-out-loud tale about the dangers of . . . feeding pigeons!
When you see a coo, you will be tempted to give it a treat.
Coos are adorable, peaceful, kind of silly.
But DON'T FEED THE COO!
If you feed one, they will ALL COME . . .
So begins a cautionary tale of what happens when one little girl shares some bread with a coo (a.k.a. a pigeon). From the park to karate practice to home, the coos follow our plucky heroine as she discovers that even the biggest problem can be solved with a little determination.
Also available: Llama Destroys the World
Once upon a time in Spain, there was a little bull and his name was Ferdinand . . .
Unlike all the other little bulls - who run, jump, and butt their heads together in fights - Ferdinand would rather sit under his favourite cork tree and smell the flowers. So what will happen when Ferdinand is picked for the bull fights in Madrid?
Beloved all over the world for its timeless message of peace, tolerance and the courage to be yourself, this truly classic story has never been out of print in the US since its release in 1936. Hitherto unpublished in the UK.
A magical illustrated new young fiction series for children aged 7-9 from best-selling author and illustrator, Laura Ellen Anderson!
Meet Marnie Midnight – a little moth with BIG dreams!
Marnie Midnight is SO excited to be starting at Minibeast Academy. She adores everything about the moon and she can’t wait to learn about its magic. But Marnie soon discovers that nobody believes in moon magic anymore!
Marnie is determined to get to the bottom of this moon mystery. The little moth and her minibeast friends explore far and wide in their search for the truth. But will they survive a run-in with a rebellious rat or an out-of-this-world trip with the terrifying Early Bird … ? One thing is for sure, Marnie is a little bug having a BIG Adventure!
When Porridge was a wee kitten he toppled into a tin of tartan paint -- which is easy to do and not so easy to say.
Now he lives by Loch Loch with the quirky McFun family: Gadget Grandad, Groovy Gran, Dino Dad, Mini Mum and the twins, Roaring Ross and Invisible Isla. Everyone has a super secret -- or two-- and Porridge is always there to lend a helping paw when things go awry. If there's a fishy biscuit in it for him...
And things do often go awry in the McFun family. It's a good job Porridge has nine lives!
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Porridge the Tartan cat (it's a long story involving a tin of tartan paint!) and the twins Isla and Ross can't wait to visit the funfair that's just come to town -- but this funfair isn't fair at all. Riding the WulverCoaster doesn't just turn their knees to jelly, it turns Ross into a ferocious beast!
Dastardly Fergus McFungus is using the unfair funfair as a cover for his sneaky scheme to find the most powerful, most pongyful element in the universe: sproutinium. But why does he need to transform children into creepy creatures to do it?
Join Porridge on this rollercoaster-riding, stink-digging, wulver-whiffing adventure with Isla and -- Roaring Ross?! Can they stop McFungus from stinking out the whole town and change Ross back before he's stuck as a beast forever?
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In this zany new series for young readers, Porridge purrfectly CAT-a-logs the family's hilarious adventures from a cat's-eye perspective. With wacky twists, silly word play and meow-nificent illustrations in every chapter, readers won't even want to paws for breath.
A story of friendship to treasure this Christmas . . .
From the bestselling author of A DOG CALLED HOMELESS, this is the perfect Christmas gift for fans of Michael Morpurgo, Lauren St John and Sara Pennypacker's PAX.
It’s the Christmas holidays and Thea is looking forward to spending them with her father. She can tell him all about her plans to become a writer, and maybe he’ll buy her the typewriter she’s been dreaming of.
But when Thea arrives in snowy Norway, everything feels . . . wrong. Her father is as distant as ever and now she has to share him with his new family: his girlfriend Inge and her children. Then Thea makes a surprising discovery. Deep in the snowy woods by the house, is a bear. He’s scared and hungry and he desperately needs Thea’s help.
When the town hears about a bear living in the woods, Bear’s life is in even greater danger. Thea needs to show everyone that he’s not dangerous – he’s a good bear – if she’s to save him.
A gorgeous Christmas story for readers aged 9+ that will warm your heart and take you on an adventure you will never forget. Beautifully illustrated by award-winning illustrator Fiona Woodcock, the artist behind Abi Elphinstone's The Snow Dragon.
'A big, beautiful hug of a book and the perfect winter companion' Phil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls
'A heart-warming story' Abi Elphinstone, author of The Unmapped Chronicles series
'Beautiful, wise and tender' Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller
'When she meets a bear in the woods, it leads to a transformative friendship that will help to mend the family’s divisions' The Telegraph's best new children’s books to buy for Christmas 2021
'Author Sarah Lean and illustrator Fiona Woodcock build a beautiful, wintery world for this story about family and friendship' The Scotsman
'Sarah Lean’s beautifully written story about a lonely girl and a brown bear is a modern fairytale' Booktrust
'Beautifully written with lovely illustrations, this heart-warming animal story is a real delight – perfect for cosy winter reading' The Week Junior
Readers love The Good Bear:
'A story which reminds us that Christmas is about family and togetherness' Amazon reviewer
'This was a heart warming and adventurous story that kept me turning the pages to see what happened next' Amazon reviewer
'A lovely book to cuddle up and share' Amazon reviewer
'Such a beautiful and heartwarming story. I didn't want it to end' Amazon reviewer
Did you know that the teeth of a hippopotamus can measure as much as 40 or 50 centimetres? Or that a vampire bat will sometimes regurgitate blood to another member of its colony? Learn all about the jaws and claws of the world's most extraordinary creatures in the sixth factbook from BAFTA AWARD-winning, TV Deadly presenter Steve Backshall. Illustrated throughout with full colour photographs and art.
An exciting new chapter book series inspired by Sticker Dolly Dressing, perfect for fans of Rainbow Magic. Each book comes with a page of stickers to dress the Dolls.
It's the night of the Undersea Gala on the Enchanted Isle, and Nerissa the mermaid can't find the grand prize - the Shining Pearls. Have they been stolen? Who would do such a thing? It's up to the Magic Dolls to find out!
Collect all the books in the Sticker Dolly Stories series!
1. Unicorn Rescue (A Magic Dolls Story)
2. Fairy Picnic (A Magic Dolls Story)
3. Mermaid in Trouble (A Magic Dolls Story)
4. Baby Dragon (A Magic Dolls Story)
5. Castle in the Clouds (A Princess Dolls Story)
6. Ice Palace (A Princess Dolls Story)
7. Woodland Princess (A Princess Dolls Story)
8. Waterlily Ball (A Princess Dolls Story)
9. Dream Pony (An Animal Rescue Dolls Story)
10. Lucky Bunnies (An Animal Rescue Dolls Story)
11. Little Lost Deer (An Animal Rescue Dolls Story)
12. Snow Puppy (An Animal Rescue Dolls Story)
13. Fairy Spells (A Magic Dolls Story)
And look out for the seasonal specials:
Dolphin Magic (A Summer special)
Christmas Mystery (A Christmas special)
Creaky Castle (A Halloween special)
The worldwide bestselling interactive bedtime book for toddlers.
This sweet and simple board book invites children to take part in Little Rabbit’s charming new bedtime ritual by helping to put bunny to bed with a fun activity on each page.
It’s getting late and Little Rabbit must go to sleep. Can you help him? When Little Rabbit asks “Tickle My Ears?” a wonderful new bedtime ritual begins: Clap your hands, fluff the pillow, give Little Rabbit’s ears a tickle, stroke his back, pull up the covers and a goodnight kiss. And don’t forget to turn out the light: here’s the switch!
Designed to be read aloud, this is a fun and surprising book that teaches toddlers and preschoolers about bedtime routines and makes a perfect baby shower or infant birthday gift.
“A wonderful interactive bedtime book for children and little rabbits.”—Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo
Jörg Mühle was born 1973 in Frankfurt am Main and studied at the Offenbach School of Design and the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. Today, he lives in Frankfurt where he works as a freelance illustrator for book publishers, magazines and newspapers.
Praise for Tickle My Ears
""I LOVED tickle my ears. Such a gorgeous little book.""—Meg Rosoff, award-winning children's author
""Just irresistible. Who doesn’t want a book that teaches a child how to put someone–one’s self, obviously–to bed?""—School Library Journal, Top 100 Board Books
""A beautifully illustrated and delightful book which encourages interaction from the reader.""—Children’s Books Ireland Reading Guide
Tiger Has a Tantrum offers a gentle introduction to the concept of emotions for young children.
Tiger is in a terrible mood. He has been angry with everyone all day. Then Monkey accidentally chooses the book that Tiger wanted and Tiger has a full blown tantrum in the library. How can Miss Bird help Tiger to understand and manage his anger?
A lively picture book that examines feelings of anger in an amusing but reassuring way through animal characters - perfect for young children who are experiencing angry emotions. The story offers a gentle way in to discuss this difficult emotion. At the end of the story there are notes for parents and teachers with suggestions of ways to help children deal with anger.
It is part of a series Behaviour Matters, which is perfect for sharing with children as a gentle means of discussing their emotions, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Each book has a fun story featuring fantastic characters which is backed up by suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together. They support the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage.
Suitable for age 3+.
'Excellent for sharing and encouraging discussion... we can all learn from the approach taken in this series.' Parents in Touch
