Little hands books for babies are a series of board books specially designed to promote and nurture reading from early childhood. This is the first box set of four from Jacana Media and the Little Hands Trust, with a focus on vocabulary building and reading for enjoyment. Illustrated by award winning illustrator Alzette Prins, the stories are accompanied by rich, brightly coloured illustrations that will capture a child's attention and imagination. The stories are brought to life by well known South African writers - Carole Bloch, William Gumede, Sue Kramer and Tuelo Gabonewe. The little hands Books for babies box sets are available in all 11 official South African languages. Hippo and his friends. Look at me. Knock, knock! That's better.

In a great green room, tucked away in bed, is a little bunny. "Goodnight room, goodnight moon." And to all the familiar things in the softly lit room--to the picture of the three little bears sitting in chairs, to the clocks and his socks, to the mittens and the kittens, to everything one by one--he says goodnight.

In this classic of modern children's literature, beloved by generations of readers and listeners, the quiet poetry of the words and the gentle, lulling illustrations combine to make a perfect book for the end of the day.

1988 Choices (Association of Booksellers for Children)
1995 "Pick of the Lists" (ABA)

Say "I love you" with a delicious twist in this board book full of sweet food puns and adorable illustrations! You have a pizza my heart! Donut forget how much you mean to me! Enjoy every bite of this board book full of berries, pancakes, and so much s'more! Children will delight in the friendly kawaii-style illustrations, lovey-dovey food puns, and chunky pages fit for little hands. It is the perfect read before or after dinner! With a fun cover featuring glitter and embossing, this adorable title will become a favorite title to snuggle up and read together.

Soothe little ones to sleep with this beautiful board book featuring a sweetly illustrated and tender lullaby first composed by Holocaust survivor, Dr. Lena Allen-Shore for her son, Jacques, and then adapted further by them for this children’s book.

Sleep, my baby, my lovely baby
I wish you good night.
The stars are smiling
they say to you
be happy all your life.

Author, teacher, and poet, Dr. Lena Allen-Shore made her mark on the world in innumerable ways, but she made the most endearing and enduring mark on her sons by singing “Sleep, My Baby” to them as they drifted off to bed each night. This extended version of the original, written by both Dr. Shore and her son Jacques, celebrates mothers all over the world and shares the universal messaging of hope, peace, and love as children are gently lulled to sleep knowing they are safe, sound, and protected from harm.

There was a hippopotamus who hiccupped quite-a-lotamus.

And every time he got'emus . . . he'd fall upon his bottomus.

Calamity ensues when an elephant, a centipede, and

a rhinoceros try finding a cure for hippo's colossal case

of hiccups. Zenz's creativity shines through with

his use of colored pencil in this off-the-wall

read-aloud. HIC HIC HIC

When springtime comes, in his warm winter den a bear wakes up very hungry and thin
"Bear comes out of hibernation and he's VERY hungry.
He eats everything in sight--but he still wants more
Bear's friends finally help him satisfy his HUGE hunger by throwing him a surprise birthday party."
Bear's adventures (like being too fat to fit through the doorway) will entertain and delight young readers.

Four familiar Boynton board books: "But Not the Hippopotamus, The Going to Bed Book, Horns to Toes, " and "Opposites" are packaged in a full-color slipcase. per book.

A bright and vibrant board book full of colourful pictures to explore, with flaps to lift and touchy-feely patches for little fingers to play with. A wonderful interactive book to share together - babies won't be able to resist helping to turn the pages and lifting the flaps to find hidden surprises.

Everyone's favorite kitty boy is ready to color--Skippy style Skippy's sky will be pink. His sun will be blue. As Skippyjon learns his colors and plays with crayons, he invites the very youngest fans to join in the fun. Who knows what color our mischievous Mr. Fuzzypants will be

Get ready to start nursery with the classic Sophie la girafe toy, in this boardbook full of gentle messages and tips. Join Sophie for her first day at nursery in this book specially made for little ones settling into a new day care environment. This short story is perfect for reading aloud together with babies and toddlers, building familiarity and confidence about their days at nursery or with a childminder. Each scene picks out key first words, to help toddlers building their language skills. Textured, trace-the-shape pages will engage curious readers as they turn the pages. For parents and carers, each page features short practical tips to help you and your child, 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 birthday or returning to work gift.

Together, a father and child share the joys of planting, watering, and watching seeds grow. And once their harvest of tomatoes, potatoes, cabbage, and corn is ready, they'll cook it up into the best soup ever
Lois Ehlert's bright, graphic art and simple text make this vibrant board book a perfect read-aloud for budding gardeners and their families.

Children are able to communicate by signing before they develop the skills necessary for speech. By teaching simple sign language to children from as young as eight months, we can help them to convey their emotions and their needs. When children begin to talk, having sign language to fall back on provides a comforting safety net. Favourite nursery rhymes and songs, with babies and toddlers, signing and miming along.

Guess How Much I Love You has sold over 50 million copies worldwide! The Guess How Much I Love You Snuggle Book - there's no better way to go to bed! This deliciously soft bedtime snuggle book has been created from the picture book favourite, Guess How Much I Love You. The story of Big Nutbrown Hare and Little Nutbrown Hare trying to outdo each other in expressing their love, has been simplified from the original so it's perfect for the very youngest child. Just right for cuddling up with, there's no need to say goodbye to the beloved Nutbrown Hares even when it's time to go to sleep! Presented in a beautiful box, it's the perfect gift. For activities, games, newsletters and more, visit www.guesshowmuchiloveyou.com

Illus. in color. The story of an incredible twosome that "provides interest, suspense and word repetition. Illustrations excellent. Recommended."--(starred) School Library Journal.

JJ is ready for bed in this sing-along board book! With cute pics of JJ and his mum plus all the lyrics and actions from Yes Yes Bedtime Song, this is the perfect partner to CoComelon's popular video! Learn all about a first bedtime routine with this catchy song! JJ is getting ready for bed by having a bath, brushing his teeth, putting on his pyjamas and listening to a bedtime story. CoComelon creates toe-tapping songs and videos about the everyday experiences of young children. This cute board book is a fun, interactive accompaniment to Yes Yes Bedtime Song and your child's personal experiences with bedtime!

Meet five adorable wombats in this exciting addition to the much-loved That's not my... series. Babies love the best-selling That's not my... books with their bold illustrations, patches to stroke, and a mouse to spot on every page, all designed to develop sensory and language awareness.

This board book edition of Song of the Stars, written by New York Times bestselling author Sally Lloyd-Jones, is a Christmas book that explores the joy and excitement and celebration in all of creation at the coming of Jesus. They've been waiting with eager longing for the coming of God's long promised son, and when at last he arrives, the whole earth holds its breath: their Creator, Jesus, Emmanuel has come to the world that he made. Mountains, trees, seas, skies, stars, animals-the rumor spreads that at last the time has come. It's time! He's here!

Look for Momo hiding on a farm, in a bookstore, at a construction site, and in other unlikely locations (the photos are also loaded with other hidden objects for kids and parents to find together). Perfect for bedtime reading, car trips, playtime, or anytime, Let s Find Momo is part art book, part puzzle book, and all fun!

Now available in a board book edition, this lyrical bedtime book is an ode to baby birds everywhere and to sleepy children, safe in their beds. As a mother describes how different species of birds nest, secure and cozy with their mama birds, she tucks her own child into bed with the soothing refrain -- "you nest here with me" -- easing her little one and readers alike to slumber. Accompanied by beautiful artwork by award-winning illustrator Melissa Sweet, mother and daughter Jane Yolen and Heidi Stemple have combined their poetry writing and love of birding in this board book that is sure to become a bedtime classic.

Nothing is more enticing to a baby than another baby. Now in a bigger sizeand with brand-new vibrantly colored backgrounds, Chronicle's groundbreaking board book is better than ever! The 12 pictures of darling baby faces help infants and toddlers explore a complicated range of emotions by showing both happy, smiling babies and cranky, crying babies. The book opens accordion style, so it can stand up in a crib or on the floor to amuse even the youngest infant.

Meet Superworm - the wriggliest, squiggliest superhero in the world! Put Superworm through his paces in this gorgeously interactive finger puppet book. Young children will love meeting Superworm and his minibeast friends and playing with the Superworm puppet in this fabulous new board book. Help Superworm stretch and wiggle, and copy him as he demonstrates how to be a superhero in this fun finger puppet format from superstar creators, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Soft finger puppet pops through the book, prompting children to interact with the pages Text based on the chorus of the bestselling book Superworm by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog Now an on-screen animated adventure starring Matt Smith and Olivia Coleman Celebrating 10 years of Superworm in 2022

This is suitable for children aged 3 to 7 years old. Gobble, gobble, munch and crunch, watch the pages disappear! Five hungry dinosaurs, from mighty little Microraptor to colourful Carnotaurus, sink their teeth into this tasty novelty book, created with the American Museum of Natural History and Caldecott-honour winner Steve Jenkins. Kids can count along as the dinosaurs take bite-sized chunks out of each page. The number of bites matches the counting number on each spread! Fun facts about the dinosaurs and what they liked to eat appear at the end, along with a listing of dinosaur details from 1-10.

These signing guides introduce signs for a variety of everyday activities, from getting up in the morning to going to the park. Make signing a natural part of your everyday communication.

Join children as they play outdoors and discover the delights of a sunny day, from walking through a sunflower field, having a picnic under a cherry tree and watching birds learn to fly. With simple text and gorgeous illustrations from Elena Temporin throughout. Available as ebook with narration (on tablets that support audio).