Is your little one preparing to go to BIG school? This handy guide helps teach the new morning routine for starting school. Before you head off for school don't forget to pack your bag and clean your teeth! Help familiarise your little ones with how to get ready for school on their own in the mornings. There's so much to learn when you're little - especially during busy mornings before going to school. This book makes learning their new routine fun and easy. Inside of the pages of this going to school book, you'll find: - Important skills to become self-sufficient explained in a fun gentle way - Each part of the daily routine to get ready for school is presented visually with bright and attractive illustrations - Encourages children to practice their new skills and try out what they are learning in the real world - Includes a handy morning checklist to make sure everyone is ready to step out of the door! - A fun and interactive way for parents to introduce the new routine for children starting nursery school Rise and shine! Start the day by getting out of the right side of the bed with positive affirmations, then make sure to have a healthy breakfast. Don't forget the importance of self-care - wash your face, brush your hair, and clean your teeth. This first experiences book for children is a great way to encourage independence and responsibility. Includes a morning checklist to make sure all school bags are packed and everyone is ready to go. Complete the series DK's This is How We series is an exciting range of early learning books for preschoolers that explain key concepts, first experiences and life skills. Look out for This is How We Make Friends, This is How We Eat Well, and This is How We Stay Safe to help your little ones grow confident to move about in the wider world.

A wonderful new picture book about Bing! Round the corner, not far away, Bing is making a playhouse today! Bing, Sula, Pando and Flop are clearing out the garden shed so that they can turn it into "the bestest playhouse in the whole world!" They fill the shed with toys and rugs and make it all cosy when suddenly Bing makes an amazing discovery! But what will this big surprise mean for Bing's playhouse? This charming picture book teaches children the importance of caring about nature, recycling, working as a team, and putting others first.

Starting school is a big adventure. Is your little star ready? He or she will have all sorts of questions. Where will I sit? What will I eat for lunch? Will I make friends? This warm, funny and, above all, reassuring book explores these questions and many more besides. Its positive message will help children look forward to and enjoy their adventures at school. Featuring funny illustrations by the wonderful Arthur Robins, Starting School explores a variety of scenarios in different school settings. This book is ideal to dip into with children during the run up to the big day and while they are still settling in at school. There are also tips for parents and carers on preparing children for starting school.

Everyone knows how difficult it is to get young children to share with others and we need strategies to help them understand why it's important - this book will help! Penny Tassoni, leading Early Years education consultant, author and trainer, presents a picture book with simple words and delightful full-colour illustrations by Mel Four that encourages children to share in a positive way. There is lots to talk about in Time to Share which makes this book ideal for starting conversations with children about why and how we share. It also includes a page of practical advice and tips for practitioners, parents and carers making it the perfect resource for supporting this essential life skill.

As winter settles all around and Christmas Day draws near... Peter and his friends have lots to do at this time of year! It's Christmas and Peter has lots to do at this time of year. Follow him and all his friends as they make this an extra-special time of year. With flaps on every page and a festive pop-up, this books is ideal for celebrating this magical time of year. Other Peter Rabbit books include: Christmas is Coming A Christmas Wish Christmas Fun Sticker Book

Join the Mr Men and Little Miss for a bedtime story with a difference in this new picture book edition of the popular story. The Mr Men and Little Miss go to sleep in lots of different ways. Little Miss Giggles likes to giggle herself to sleep, Little Miss Chatterbox likes to talk herself to sleep and Mr Tickle likes to tickle himself to sleep. Discover more of their strange and silly ways, some of which we wouldn't suggest you try! The Mr Men and Little Miss Every Day series takes Roger Hargreaves' beloved characters on trips and activities that children will recognise from their own lives. All the stories have a 'Where's Walter' feature with Walter the worm hiding in every book making for a fun and interactive reading experience for children aged two years and up.

It's time for Piper Puppy's first swimming lesson! She's a bit worried about how it will go but ends up having a great time blowing bubbles and splashing about with her friends. This reassuring story is perfect for sharing with young children. Poor Piper is a bit nervous about her first swimming lesson, but she cheers up when she sees all her friends at the pool and realises that she can take things at her own pace. She paddles, blows bubbles with Mummy and makes big splashes before using a float to swim all the way across the little pool. The story breaks down the different aspects of learning to swim, helping with a very common childhood worry and aiming to allay the fears of all fearful little swimmers. With a picture glossary at the beginning to introduce new vocabulary and a fun activity at the end to encourage children to come back to the story time and time again. Also available: Piper Puppy Starts School, Piper Puppy Visits the Dentist

What different sounds do you hear throughout the day? How about a phone ringing, a bee buzzing or even your heartbeat? We live in a world bombarded by noise and we don't always think too much about the sounds we hear or enjoy listening to. This is a book of colourful and creative imagery highlighting some of the different sounds that fill our day. There is plenty to discuss in this simple yet deceptively clever book.

I want a friend,' said Arthur, 'I want a friend right now. I want to make one RIGHT AWAY But I am not sure how.' Join Arthur at nursery school in his determined search for a friend - could he dig a hole to trap one, or catch one in a net? His ideas don't seem to be going to plan, but then Lily appears and he is soon having lots of fun and playtime adventures! Bouncy rhymes and hilarious illustrations make this first experiences tale about friendship an enchanting read!

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Help your little one learn important vocabulary and build knowledge with this first word and picture book. Cleverly designed to inform and entertain, 100 First Things to Know takes your little one on an exciting learning adventure. As they point to the pictures and say the words, children can soon recognise colours, shapes, and patterns, count to 10, learn about life cycles, and name weathers and seasons. They will also be introduced to words from the worlds of art, music, maths, and science.

Part of an award-winning first word book series that mixes engaging, real-life photos with entertaining illustrations, 100 First Things to Know has big, colourful, toddler-tough pages showing lots of things to talk about, learn about, and smile about! The clear word labels encourage naming and picture-and-word association, building language and reading readiness, and every page is a visual treat, making this beautiful look-and-point board book an attractive baby, toddler, or preschool gift.

A fun, touch-and-feel farmyard story from Rod Campbell, creator of the preschool lift-the-flap classic, Dear Zoo. Join Buster for a busy day on the farm as he visits all his animal friends. Pat a woolly sheep, stroke Skip the farm dog and help Buster count the eggs the hens have laid! Young children will love lifting the flaps and stroking the different animals as they turn the pages in this delightful touch-and-feel board book. With bright, bold artwork, a simple engaging text and a whole host of favourite farmyard animals, Buster's Farm is a perfect introduction to a day on the farm which is sure to delight little ones. Little animal lovers will also enjoy Rod Campbell's Look After Us, a lift-the-flap animal book for toddlers with an important message about conservation.

Get ready for some extra messy fun with Paddington in this super sticky sticker book based on the award-winning preschool TV series The Adventures of Paddington. Filled with colouring in, spot the difference puzzles, mazes, jigsaws and sticker scenes, plus over thirty sticky stickers to play with!

Children will learn the basics of mindful breathing along with their ABCs in this playful and interactive board book. In Alphabreaths, children learn their ABCs along with the basics of mindfulness through fun exercises and illustrations they'll want to come back to again and again. Each letter of the alphabet teaches a simple mindfulness or compassion-based practice to help kids focus their thoughts, hold positive feelings for others, express gratitude, and more. It's as easy as ABC! Kids will open their arms wide like jaws on Alligator Breath, take a big breath and sing "Laaa" on Voice Breath, and imagine blowing out birthday candles on Cake Breath. With Heart Breath and Wish Breath, they will remember to fill their heart with gratitude and send good wishes to others. Alphabreaths offers a meaningful introduction to mindfulness for children, all while keeping them delighted with imaginative inspiration and hours of fun.

Watch the penguin leap from soft page to page on one side of this gorgeous cloth book - on the other, meet a host of Arctic creatures - seal, tern, orca - as each irresistible flap unfolds. Say hello to Penguin and his three adorable friends! Whether you and your baby are at home or on the move, these are the ideal first soft cloth books for cot or pram play. Beautiful colorful artwork is printed on one side, and when flipped over a stunning illustrated narrative is revealed in bold line. Research has indicated that newborn babies love high-contrast images and respond well to them. This adorable new series from Wee Gallery, which has been family-run for over 10 years and words & pictures features bold illustrations along with simple words to help babies develop their vision and language skills. For added sensory effect, these soft cloth books also come with fascinating crinkle sounds. Little hands will love to explore Wee Gallery Cloth Books, a lovable collection of soft, crinkly animal books that heighten babies' senses. The result of a fantastic partnership between Wee Gallery and words & pictures, the beautiful illustrations, bold lines, whimsical animals, and repeating patterns are designed to stimulate visual development in young infants, making this soft cloth book an ideal first gift. Wee Gallery are the project of a husband and wife team who have built a fun and creative world of animals and nature themes, thoughtfully designed to entertain and educate. Their books and toys take into account each stage of child development to encourage learning through play. Each of their safe and sustainable learning toys for babies are founded on years of research to support your little one's growing mind. Please cut the sewn-in care label off the book before use and retain box for reference.