This book introduces young children to the idea of welcoming a new baby into the family. Stephen Cartwright's illustrations are full of warmth and details to talk about, and the text explains what to expect in a gentle and reassuring way.

Even dragons can learn how to share in this brilliantly fun picture book! Ruby the dragon follows all the rules in her Dragon Rule Book: she steals from everyone, and NEVER shares her treasure with ANYONE! The other animals are desperate - until they come up with a clever plan to change the Dragon Rules... Nicola Kinnear's warm-hearted, funny picture book is a fabulous, fairytale celebration of the importance of sharing. Children and parents will love this fabulous, fairytale celebration of the importance of sharing Nicola Kinnear is one of the brightest stars in children's books. Her debut picture book, A Little Bit Brave, was shortlisted for several awards and translated into 17 languages PRAISE FOR A Little Bit Brave: "a new talent to look out for" Bookseller "funny and reassuring . . . superbly illustrated" Parents in Touch "a glorious picture book debut...stunningly illustrated" BookLoverJo "an utter delight" WeAreTheMotherside

The award-winning, best-selling Baby Touch series is back with a sleek and playful design.

In the first few years of life, babies' vision is still developing. They see first of all in black and white, and in bright, high contrast colours such as yellow and red. Designed to develop babies' eyesight, this book of friendly farm animals will stimulate vision from birth. With clearly-defined simple images that even the youngest children will respond to, it provides a fun multi-sensory experience.

Includes black and white patterns throughout to help focus a baby's attention and concentration.

Caldecott Honor and Geisel Honor Book What are you waiting for? An owl, a puppy, a bear, a rabbit, and a pig-all toys arranged on a child's windowsill-wait for marvelous things to happen in this irresistible picture book by the New York Times-bestselling and Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes. Five friends sit happily on a windowsill, waiting for something amazing to happen. The owl is waiting for the moon. The pig is waiting for the rain. The bear is waiting for the wind. The puppy is waiting for the snow. And the rabbit is just looking out the window because he likes to wait! What will happen? Will patience win in the end? Or someday will the friends stop waiting and do something unexpected? Waiting is a big part of childhood-waiting in line, waiting to grow up, waiting for something special to happen-but in this book, a child sets the stage and pulls the strings. Timeless, beautiful, and deeply heartfelt, this picture book about imaginative play, the seasons, friendship, and surprises marks a new pinnacle in Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes's extraordinary career. "The short sentences of the text flow with the precision one would expect from a master picture-book creator like Henkes. Little ones, to whom each experience is new, will know what it's like to dream and wait."-ALA Booklist

Billy's scared of the dark, so he's trying hard to stay awake ALL night. But then he hears a squeaky little voice and notices some tiny purple footprints. Not only that, SOMETHING has ATTACKED his cheese sandwich. What could it be? Does Billy dare find out? Meet Billy and the Mini Monsters in this laugh-out-loud adventure series for young readers, with colourful illustrations throughout. Perfect for reluctant and newly independent readers growing in confidence, Billy and the Mini Monsters are back in paperback! Look out for awesome new editions of old favourites and exciting new adventures in 2020 and 2021!

Four lively stories about a group of children who live on the same street, by Kate Greenaway-winning author, Shirley Hughes. For the children of Trotter Street life is full of adventures! From racing brand new bikes, getting ready for Christmas or marvelling at the arrival of a big concrete lorry, these four stories are a wonderful introduction to family life and are perfect for first readers.

Another laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for newly independent readers aged 6+ and fans of Claude and Horrid Henry. Billy HATES swimming. It's cold and wet and horrible. And just when Billy thinks things can't get any worse, his pet Mini Monsters turn up at his swimming lesson and make one very big SPLASH... Packed with colour illustrations, comic strips, maps and speech bubbles, with an action-packed plot, to appeal to even the most reluctant reader. Collect all the books in the Billy and the Mini Monsters series! 1. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters in the Dark 2. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to School 3. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go Swimming 4. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a Plane 5. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to a Party 6. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters Move House 7. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a School Trip 8. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at the Seaside 9. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at Halloween 10. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters Go Camping 11. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Go Green 12. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at Christmas

This striking board book is the perfect way to introduce babies to the rituals and routines of bedtime. On every page there are dramatic, high-contrast illustrations and sturdy holes to peep-through that will fascinate and delight babies.

Celebrate the magic of Christmas with an adorably jolly holiday activity book featuring 2000 Christmas-themed stickers selected by Santa himself! Fun, festive scenes and engaging activities fill every page for hours of fun. A perfect wintertime activity that will keep little ones entertained during the holidays. Fun, festive scenes and 36 activities including puzzles, mazes, drawing & doodling, search & find, and more will keep little ones entertained for hours. The perfect gift for Christmas! Collect all of the activity and sticker books from Cottage Door Press and be sure to check out our other Christmas books for kids! 2000 festive stickers including holiday favorites: Christmas tree, ornaments, stockings, candy canes, angels, and more! Full of engaging activities including puzzles, mazes, connect the dot-to-dot, matching, hidden objects, spot the difference, decorating pictures, and more! Activity books for kids are designed to strengthen visual thinking, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination Slip into a backpack or bag with some crayons or markers and make this a quick on-the-go activity and screen-free entertainment for children Find your favorite stickers and activity and get creative in this wintery world! Perfect Christmas book for winter fun! Includes answer key in back.

This charming early learning board book takes a very first look at Ramadan! It's perfect for babies and toddlers learning about the story behind this Islamic holiday. Introduce your little one to the traditions of Ramadan and the festivities of Eid al-Fitr with this first picture book. It's ideal for storytime and provides lots of opportunities for parent-and-child interaction. From the first sight of the crescent moon to the deliciously sweet dates that are eaten after a day of fasting, this Islamic book brings the celebrations of Ramadan to life through engaging, real-life photos. It's clear and easy for babies and toddlers to follow with one main image per page they can focus on. The simple language and short text are great for reading aloud and encourages language development for children 0-3 years old. The strong board pages are designed especially for little hands. It's easy to grab to help with early motor control. Preschoolers will love turning the pages themselves, naming objects, and learning all about the holy month of Ramadan. Inside the pages of this educational book, you'll find: - Clear pictures of Ramadan-themed objects and events - Very simple, read-aloud text - Safe, sturdy padded board book with 12 interior pages A Delightful First Look at Ramadan Packed with key elements of the Ramadan story, this children's book helps little ones understand the true, Islamic meaning of Ramadan in a personal, memorable way. From colourful lanterns and sparkly lights to beautiful henna designs and prayers at the mosque, this baby book is perfect for parents wanting an age-appropriate, early learning book about Ramadan. Complete the Series This is the latest title in the Baby's First Book festivals and celebrations series. This series from DK Books introduces little ones to a diverse mix of religious holidays, festivals, and cultural events from a young age. Other books in this series include Baby's First Easter, Baby's First Hanukkah, and Baby's First Diwali.

An instant New York Times bestseller! From the bestselling author of Go the **** to Sleep and healthy eating advocate Camila Alves McConaughey comes a whimsical role reversal in which picky eater parents are confronted by their three kids, with hilarious results These three kids are determined to get their parents to put down the ice cream, cake, and chicken fried steak to just try one bite of healthy whole foods. But it's harder than it looks when these over-the-top gagging, picky parents refuse to give things like broccoli and kale a chance. Kids will love the jaunty rhyme that's begging to be read aloud and the opportunity to be way smarter-and healthier-than their parents.

Peppa and George are going on a nature walk, and you can touch and feel all the amazing things they find along the way! It's a lovely day, so Mummy and Daddy Pig are taking Peppa and George on an exciting nature walk. This book is perfect for young readers. Little hands will love to feel the fluffy bee, the bumpy tree trunk, the shimmery butterfly, the soft grass and the shiny snail's shell!

Our first words, our first steps, these and so much more are things we celebrate! But when a bird flaps its wings for the first time, or a kitten makes its first climb - do they also celebrate? Celebrate! is a sweet and joyous rhyming picture book about life's milestones, how we celebrate, and wondering what else we might accomplish in our lives as we grow!

Brilliant board books for toddlers based around senses. Exploring the concept of touch, this title features familiar scenes and fun words to encourage lively chatter.

Pablo thinks differently! Pablo's mum takes him to his cousin Lorna's birthday party, but Pablo gets scared of the noisy party. Pablo hides in the car, and soon his friends come to join him. Pablo's friends help him realise that it's OK if he doesn't want to go to the party. This lovely and heartwarming story will help readers understand that not everybody thinks the same way, and that some people feel differently about parties. All Pablo books are written by writers on the autistic spectrum and are grounded in the real-life experiences of autistic children.

Young readers can learn all about what happens at school in this Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read with sweet text and photographs of first-time students! It's the first day of school in this early reader by Biscuit creator Alyssa Satin Capucilli. What will it be like? At school, students will meet the teacher, make new friends, sing songs, play, learn, and so much more! Young readers will love seeing kids their age go to school in this adorable introduction to the classroom. Includes a special section in the back with more information about what happens at school!

A Jurassic-themed, rhyming picture book for children starting school! All through the land, little dinos were stirring. They opened their eyes and their brains started whirring. The BIG day is here, they thought from their beds - some leapt with excitement, some trembled with dread . . . Jewel the dinosaur is very nervous about her first day of school. There are so many new dinos to meet, the dining hall is noisy and her new classroom is so big! But as the day goes on, and Jewel settles into her new class and makes new friends, she realises that school isn't that scary after all. With adorable illustrations by Loretta Schauer and rhyming, reassuring text, this fun starting-school picture book will encourage young readers to explore their own feelings or nerves around this big milestone so they can have a roar-some first day too!

Have fun with Spot and discover new experiences together!

Spot is going to the swimming pool with Mum and his smart new rubber ring. At first he feels a little nervous, but with a bit of support from Mum and friends soon Spot is splashing about and having a whale of a time!

LEARNING IS FUN: Learn as you go with simple concepts like counting, matching, and opposites. Increase visual thinking, fine-motor skills, and hand-eye coordination

AT HOME OR ON THE GO: Slip into a backpack or bag and make this a quick on-the-go activity

FOR ANY OCCASION: Great for summer activities, road trips, vacations, airplane rides, rainy days, inside activities, birthday gifts and holidays

Join the busy train driver in this playful, interactive flap book! Toot toot! All aboard! Join in and use the flaps to help the busy train driver collect the passengers, change tracks, drive through the tunnel and much, much more. With interactive action-flaps, you can do it, too! Each clever flap provides an action or scene-change to encourage children to actively engage and explore. The playful flaps are perfect for little hands to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Original concept and illustration by Dan Green. The Busy Day series: Introduces the world Boosts motor skills Recommended for children aged 2+ Also available in the Busy Day series: Builder Vet Chef Astronaut Farmer Firefighter Athlete