My First Reading Book is an illustrated first reading book in a large, fun format - perfect for use in show-and-tell. Bright and imaginative drawings throughout and appropriate vocabulary mean that children can follow as you read or try for themselves. Interactive questions and writing exercises at the back of the book provide a valuable aid to learning. It is a delightful retelling of a classic fairy tale, the fresh and lively storyline is designed to appeal to the young reader. Young Cinderella lives with her cruel stepmother and her horrible stepsisters, who make her do all the chores and don't let her have any fun at all. When there is a ball at the palace, Cinderella meets Prince Charming - with help from her Fairy Godmother, a pumpkin and some friendly mice. But at midnight the magic runs out, and Cinderella dashes away. Will the prince ever be able to find her and make her his bride...? The timeless tale is retold in this enchanting book, with familiar language and simple vocabulary that children can follow easily.

It's bedtime, but Sophie needs one more bedtime story... And every time Sophie opens a book, it transports her to a magical storybook land. One story sweeps her away on a flying carpet. Another whisks her to Wonderland, with white rabbits and talking mushrooms. How on earth can she go to sleep, when stories are just so exciting? Warm, funny and brimming with gorgeous images of classic characters, Sophie's Stories will make every child want to curl up with a good book. Devon Holzwarth's second picture book is a fabulous celebration of the magic of bedtime stories. A celebration of bedtime stories for little ones to tuck into This will make a wonderful gift to nurture children's love for books Sharp-eyed readers will work out that Sophie's favourite stories are Peter Pan, Alice in Wonderland, Jungle Book and Thumbelina

Grey Owl's children's story, first published in 1935. This delightful novel comes complete with Grey Owl's original drawings, chapter head-pieces and a glossary of Ojibway Indian words.

Can YOU find the mermaids in this super-fun and sparkly picture book? When a little girl is told there's no such thing as mermaids, she doesn't believe it for a second. Mermaids MUST exist - after all, they're always in books and films! But if she has any chance of proving that mermaids are real, the little girl needs proof! So starts a wonderful journey. And DO mermaids exist? There's only one way to find out... With a super-sparkly foil cover, this is the perfect gift for children who love mermaids A fun rhyming text that children will love, written by bestselling author Lucy Rowland Colourful illustrations with so much to see on every page - and hidden mermaids that children will love finding! Also available: There's No Such Thing as Unicorns and There's No Such Thing as Elves

Dark dragons, ghostly pipers, rude goblins and sly wizards -- discover the legends that dwell within the ancient castles of Scotland. This highly anticipated book is the latest volume of much-loved Scottish tale treasuries by Carnegie-award-winning children's author Theresa Breslin and Kate Greenaway Medal-longlisted artist Kate Leiper. Explore secret passages beneath Edinburgh Castle, search for the mysterious monster of Glamis, capture the faery flag of Dunvegan, joust with knights at Stirling Castle and swim with the selkie of Eilean Donan in this sumptuous collection of tales from iconic Scottish castles. Read much-cherished and little-known legends, each illuminating the character and history of its castle, all brilliantly retold and beautifully illustrated to amuse, thrill and enchant. A wonderful gift, this is a stunning book to be treasured for a lifetime, bringing history, place and story alive for children, parents and grandparents alike.

The story treasures in this collection, introduced with a foreword by King Goodwill Zwelithini Zulu, range from the comical and mischievous to the spooky and mystical. Whether you grew up with stories about Mzimi and Magilogilo or not – these tales are quintessentially African and compulsory reading for everyone who loves this marvelous continent!