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"A beautiful, gentle, rhyming exploration of grief and mourning." -
Joe Coelho, Waterstones Children's Laureate The Hare-Shaped Hole is
a beautiful, touching, and poignant picture book which gently
explores themes of grief and loss. Hertle and Bertle were always a
pair, though one was a turtle and one was a hare. They were utterly
buddies, and best friends forever and whenever you looked, you
would find them together... until quite unexpectedly... the end
came. When Hertle disappears for good, Bertle can only see a
Hertle-shaped hole where his friend should be. He pleads with it,
get angry with it, but the hole still won't bring his Hertle back.
It seems like hope is lost... until Gerda the kindly bear finds
him. She explains that he must fill the hole with his memories of
Hertle. And slowly... Bertle begins to feel a little bit better.
Powerful and moving text from children's author and poet John
Dougherty is paired perfectly with warm illustrations from the
wonderfully talented Thomas Docherty in a thoughtful and sensitive
approach to this difficult topic. This moving picture book can be
used as part of a gentle conversation about death and grief with
children.
The perfect present for DOG MAN fans - starring some of your
favourite characters from the series! Li'l Petey, Molly, Flippy,
and twenty-one rambunctious baby frogs are back for another
creative adventure! Readers of all ages will be inspired to dream
up their own stories and unleash their own creativity, as they dive
into this pioneering graphic novel adventure from Dav Pilkey
Heartfelt and humorous with an amazing cast of characters, this is
the perfect gift for Dog Man fans
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Pax, Journey Home
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Sara Pennypacker; Illustrated by Jon Klassen
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From bestselling and award-winning author Sara Pennypacker comes
the long-awaited sequel to Pax; gorgeously crafted, utterly
compelling with stunning illustrations by award-winning author and
illustrator Jon Klassen. It's been a year since Peter and his pet
fox, Pax, have seen each other. Once inseparable, they now lead
very different lives. Pax must protect his litter of kits in a
dangerous world. Meanwhile Peter, orphaned after the war, has left
his adopted home and joined the Water Warriors, a group determined
to heal the land from the scars of the war. When one of Pax's kits
falls desperately ill, he turns to the one human he knows he can
trust. And no matter how hard Peter tries to harden his broken
heart, love keeps finding a way in. Now both boy and fox find
themselves on journeys toward home, healing - and each other. A
breathtaking novel about chosen families and the healing power of
love.
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My Cat Juliette
(Paperback)
Erica Silvers; Illustrated by Lois Cordelia
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Bluey knows her dad is the best - and she's going to tell you why!
Find out what makes Bandit so awesome according to Bluey and Bingo!
This hilarious and heartwarming board book will make a perfect gift for Father's Day.
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Golly Wally
(Hardcover)
Michaela R. Johnson; Illustrated by Vector Family
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R568
Discovery Miles 5 680
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'A wonderful, tender evocation of friendship and how its power can
help you overcome your worst fears. A pure splash of joy.' The
Daily Mail Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2022 Duck is not like
other ducks. Duck doesn't like water and is perfectly fine alone,
thank you very much. But then, one dark and stormy night, an
outgoing, water-loving, and very lost Frog turns up at Duck's door.
Can this odd couple find Frog's home? And will they find friendship
along the way? This endearing, gorgeously illustrated tale marks
the author-illustrator debut for Steve Small, illustrator of the
highly acclaimed, I'm Sticking with You by Smriti Halls
(shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2021 and for Children's
Illustrated Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2021). 'A
beautiful book, with a zen-like balance, and full of light and
drama, too.' Benji Davies, creator of The Storm Whale
 A gorgeous lift-the-felt-flap book in the
bestselling Wonky Donkey series. Everyone's favourite
donkey characters are now available as beautiful cased board books
with soft felt flaps for toddlers to lift and learn. Hee Haw! Where
has Wonky Donkey gone? Can you find him? Lift the colourful felt
flaps in this fun chunky board book, perfect for small hands, until
you find Wonky Donkey! Watch your little ones learn through play as
this board book helps increase hand-eye co-ordination, develop
speech and aids learning through repetition. Based on the
bestselling book The Wonky Donkey by Craig Smith and Katz Cowley
Collect the whole family! The Wonky Donkey, Wonky Donkey's Big
Surprise, The Dinky Donkey and The Grinny Granny Donkey are all
available now. Â
From the #1 New York Times bestselling Alan Gratz comes this
must-read middle grade novel tackling the urgent topic of climate
change. Fire. Flood. Ice. Three natural disasters. Three kids who
must fight to survive and change things for the better. In
California, Akira Kristiansen is driving through the mountains with
her mom when a wildfire sparks - and grows scarily fast. In just
moments, Akira and her family have to evacuate... but which way is
safe with fire all around them? In Churchill, Manitoba, Owen
Mackenzie is running a tour for travellers who've come to see the
polar bears. Lately the bears show up more and more as the ice
thins. When Owen and his friend see a bear much too close for
comfort, they end up in a fight for their lives. In Miami, a
hurricane bears down on Natalie Torres. That's not so uncommon ...
but everyone's saying this could be it. The Big One. Natalie and
her mother don't have anywhere to run to, so they hunker down to
ride out the storm. Akira, Owen, and Natalie are all swept up in
the global effects of climate change, each struggling to survive.
But the three kids are more deeply connected than they could ever
imagine - in ways that will change them can change the world. From
the bestselling author of Refugee, Allies and Ground Zero Sheds a
light on the increasingly urgent threat of climate change in an
engaging way Gratz writing is exciting and takes readers on a
nonstop adventure
"I love this book . . . Iona Rangeley has written a wonderfully
witty story in Einstein the Penguin which is beautifully
complimented by David Tazzyman's hilarious illustrations" DAVID
WALLIAMS, author of GANGSTA GRANNY "An outstanding debut. Funny and
surprising" The Times Best Books for Children 2021 When the
Stewarts spend a sunny, frosty December day at London Zoo, they're
enchanted by one small penguin. At the delight of young Imogen and
Arthur, Mrs Stewart insists the penguin "must come and stay with
them whenever he likes." But not one Stewart expects the penguin to
turn up at their door that evening, rucksack labelled "Einstein" on
his back... The family's new feathered friend helps Arthur to come
out of his shell and makes massive demands on Imogen's amateur
sleuthing. But together they must find out why Einstein came to
them and they must keep away from the mysterious white-coat man.
And Einstein can't stay forever, can he...? From stunning new
writing talent Iona Rangeley, and illustrated with wit and brio by
the award-winning David Tazzyman, this is a book that will be
treasured for years to come.
‘Kings and crowns and whatnot? It sounds like something out of a
dream or a fairy tale,’ said Eeyore. When Winnie-the-Pooh and his
friends go on an expedition to a Royal London Park they don’t
expect to find themselves in the middle of a royal adventure. This
charming story takes place at a very special Royal Coronation. When
Winnie-the-Pooh and Piglet lose Eeyore in the crowd, they come up
with a plan to find their friend. Along the way they meet a Very
Important Person and learn about the importance of kindness,
helping others and new beginnings. This classic character
children’s book will make a wonderful keepsake to honour the
historic coronation of King Charles III Also available:
Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the Queen, ‘One of the best children’s
books for 2022’, by The Telegraph.
Chaya, a no-nonsense, outspoken hero, leads her friends and a gorgeous elephant on a noisy, fraught, joyous adventure through the jungle where revolution is stirring and leeches lurk.
Will stealing the queen's jewels be the beginning or the end of everything for the intrepid gang?
Einstein the penguin is back in this future-classic and fantastically funny story for all the family to enjoy. Get ready to welcome the most extraordinary penguin back into your own home.
Imogen has been taking a step back from penguin activities since she started her new school, leaving her brother, Arthur, in charge of visiting their feathered friends. But when penguins start to go missing from the wild, she knows she has to spring into action. Could old adversaries be behind the random disappearances? With the help of their old friend, Einstein, it’s time for Imogen and Arthur to turn detective again . . .
The perfect present for Dog Man fans - starring some of your
favourite characters from the series! The Cat Kid Comic Club is
deep in discovery in the newest graphic novel in the hilarious and
heartwarming worldwide bestselling series by Dav Pilkey, the author
and illustrator of Dog Man. The comic club is going in all
different directions! Naomi, Melvin, and siblings are each trying
to find their purpose. Naomi has an idea to get rich quick that
causes a lot of commotion and emotion. And when faced with
rejections, the friends try and try again to stay true to their
vision. To top it off, a surprise visitor comes to class to stir
things up. Will a desire for money and power cloud Naomi's purpose?
Is it quitting time? Will the club ever be the same? Award-winning
author and illustrator Dav Pilkey uses a variety of techniques -
including acrylic paints, coloured pencils, photography, collage,
gouache, watercolours, and much more - to illustrate each frog's
creative purpose and encourage teamwork. The kaleidoscope of art
styles, paired with Pilkey's trademark storytelling and humour,
fosters creativity, collaboration, independence, and empathy.
Readers of all ages will be inspired to dream up their own stories
and unleash their own creativity as they dive into this pioneering
graphic novel adventure from Dav Pilkey Heartfelt and humorous with
an amazing cast of characters, this is the perfect present for Dog
Man fans Full colour pages throughout make it a fun and bright
read!
What does Geronimo hate more than travel? Ghosts! Unlucky for him,
Thea's heard about a haunted shipwreck. Soon, what started off as a
holiday turns into an emergency situation as Geronimo and his
family are stranded on a desert island. Will they ever make it back
to New Mouse City? About the Geronimo Stilton series: Geronimo
Stilton is a bestselling children's series with a dedicated
international fan base. As seen on Netflix, the series follows the
adventures of the Geronimo Stilton the fa-mouse journalist, as he
searches for the next hot scoop. With illustrations and fun fonts
throughout, Geronimo Stilton is perfect for reluctant readers aged
5+ years.
Little ones can sometimes have bad dreams and a fear of the dark. At
such times they need the reassurance that they are safe and that God is
always by their side.
Clever Cub Trusts God will help little hearts face their fears in the
night as they learn about two brave spies in the Bible called Joshua
and Caleb. They trusted God to keep them safe and He did.
This engaging picture book is perfect for children aged 3-6, teaching
them to trust God knowing that He is always with them. It also includes
questions about the story’s theme and ideas for learning more about it
in the Bible.
Sharing with others often does not come naturally to little ones. Help
your child to understand that sharing is caring and can actually be
quite fun.
In Clever Cub Learns to Share, Clever Cub does not want to share with
Skippy the Squirrel. That is until Papa Bear tells him about a boy in
the Bible who shared his small lunch of five loaves and two small fish
with Jesus (John 6:1-14). Jesus then used that small lunch to feed
5,000 people!
This engaging picture book is perfect for children aged 3-6, teaching
them how wonderful it is to share with others. It also includes
questions about the story’s theme and ideas for learning more about it
in the Bible.
Let your child cuddle up with the curious little bear Clever Cub who
loves to read the Bible and learn about God. In Clever Cub and the
Easter Surprise, Papa and Mama Bear tell Clever Cub the exciting story
of Easter morning when Jesus Christ rose from the dead and gave us the
best surprise of all!
This engaging picture book is perfect for children aged 3-6, teaching
them about Jesus’ resurrection. It also includes questions about the
story’s theme and ideas for learning more about the true meaning of
Easter in the Bible.
Let your child cuddle up with the curious little bear Clever Cub who
loves to read the Bible and learn about God. In Clever Cub Learns about
Love, Mama Bear teaches Clever Cub about the many ways to say “I love
you!” by sharing the story of Moses, whose mother loved him so much
that she put him in a basket on the river to keep him safe.
This engaging picture book is perfect for children aged 3-6, helping
them to think about ways they can show love to others. It also includes
questions about the story’s theme and ideas for learning more about
love in the Bible.
Has your little one ever asked you where animals come from or why there
are clouds in the sky? Snuggle up with your child and discover how God
created sky, water, mountains, beaches, and more!
In Clever Cub Explores God’s Creation, Clever Cub cuddles up with Mama
Bear on a dark stormy night as she tells him the story of Creation in
Genesis 1. Follow along as Clever Cub learns about how God filled the
empty world with all kinds of life—and even created clever cubs like
him!
This engaging picture book is perfect for children aged 3-6, teaching
them about the wonder and purpose of God’s creation. It also includes
questions about the story’s theme and ideas for learning more about it
in the Bible.
• Includes questions about the story’s theme and ideas for learning
more in the Bible.
• 24 full-color pages.
• Also available in Afrikaans under the title Klein Beertjie ontdek God
se skepping.
Telling the truth is something children battle with, especially when it
is easier to lie and get away with it. But it is vital to teach
children that it is always better to tell the truth, no matter how
difficult or scary it is.
Clever Cub Tells the Truth is a great way to discuss the issue of
honesty with children aged 3-6. In this adventure, Clever Cub makes a
big mistake when he lies and makes his friend mad! But Mama Bear
teaches him the story of Queen Esther and how telling the truth is
always the right thing to do—even when it’s hard.
This engaging picture book teaches children how to be an honest and
loving friend. It also includes questions about the story’s theme and
ideas for learning more about it in the Bible.
• Tells the story of how Queen Esther saved her people (Esther 1-10).
• Includes questions about the story’s theme and ideas for learning
more about it in the Bible.
• 24 full-color pages.
• Also available in Afrikaans under the title Klein Beertjie praat die
waarheid.
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