Ma and Pa Ostrich have a clutch of eggs that are almost ready to hatch. But while Ma Ostrich is out for her morning stroll, another egg rolls in front of her so she kindly takes it home to be with her own. Soon her own chicks hatch, as does the stranger chick, who they call Taka. He is welcomed into the family and treated exactly as one of their own. But no matter how much he tries to do the same things as his playmates, he struggles to do what they do and looks odd too. What’s more he has a constant longing to stretch his wings and fly up into the sky. But the ostrich family fear that he will come to terrible harm and stop him from flying. After all, ostriches simply don’t fly. It isn’t long before a terrible drought begins and the ostrich family are desperate for water. Taka wants to help and says if they’ll alow him, he could fly until he can find a place where there is water. And sure enough, that is what Taka does. It’s then that the ostriches realise that Taka isn’t really an ostrich at all but a magnificent eagle.The rhyming verse is accompanied by charming and often humourous illustration, that are bound to capture the imagination of young readers.

The classic nursery story celebrates 100 years since its first publication! He didn't mind how he looked to other people, because the nursery magic had made him Real, and when you are Real shabbiness doesn't matter. In the nursery, only the toys that are old and wise truly understand what it means to be Real. The Velveteen Rabbit, a newcomer to the nursery, asks one of the most knowledgeable toys, the Skin Horse, what being Real means. And so begins the Velveteen Rabbit’s journey towards becoming real – through the love of a child … Margery Williams’ timeless picture book classic has been read and cherished by many generations of children and their parents and is now available in this beautiful hardback edition. Brought to life by gorgeous and much-loved classic illustrations by William Nicholson, with a new foiled cover design, this is a wonderful keepsake gift to treasure and share.

Raft down rapids to see raccoons, ski across ice to spot emperor penguins and dive underwater to explore the coral reef and learn why discovering animals is SUPER exciting! From the leafy green canopy of the rainforest, where gibbons communicate by singing, to the scorching hot desert where one of the world's DEADLIEST scorpions lives, planet Earth is full of AMAZING animals that are just waiting to be discovered. Did you know that marine iguanas sneeze out salty sea water after a big swim? Or that a narwhal's tusk is actually a very, VERY long tooth? And did you know that dung beetles are the STRONGEST animals on earth? Explore a different habitat on every spread, with fun and vibrant illustrations and fact-filled text for intrepid adventurers who want to know EVERYTHING about the world we live in. Readers will be taken all around the globe to discover a world of animals across rainforests and jungles, rivers and rapids, deserts and ice, and much more. Do You Love Exploring? is the third book in the award-winning series by Matt Robertson that includes Do You Love Bugs? and Do You Love Dinosaurs?

I am a cat. Are you a cat? Cat is curious. There's a new addition to the family, but what exactly is this small creature? It doesn't meow like a cat, or smell like a cat, or even have a tail like a cat. As Cat satisfies his curiosity, he may come to appreciate this loud, silly creature. After all, this new arrival enjoys a good catnap, too. In Cat's First Baby, the feline companion to Dog's First Baby, Natalie Nelson captures the wonder and humour of a new family member through a cat's eyes. Sure to delight kids and cat parents alike, this board book promises to be a repeat read-aloud.

In this new series, based on real-life animal tales, discover that not all heroes wear capes - some have four legs, a wet nose, and a brave heart. Big or small, fall in love with animal friends who have lived truly wild lives. Read about Talala, the curious leopard cub, who lived with lions. When Talala found herself the sole survivor of her pack in Gir National Park, she began a quest to find a new family. Talala tried the owl family, but she didn't understand their language. Then the antelope family, who ate blossoms - yuck. And then the alligator hatchlings, who didn't play the same games as Talala at all. Finally, she spied the lion family... Would Talala be the heart of their pride? Would she find her fit? This heartwarming story has a fact section at the back, so you can learn more about big cats and how you can help them. Adorable illustrations from Alexandra Finkeldey will make you want to hug the page. Other titles in the series are Onyx, based on the reintroduction of wolves of Yellowstone Park. Fluffles, the koala who held strong through a bushfire. And Sterling, the moose who showed that love has no borders. Immerse yourself and your children in this touching tale of family, acceptance and finding your own place, which we can all learn from.

My First Puzzles series is full of fun with dot-to-dots, mazes, picture puzzles, spot the differences, odd one out and puzzle colouring. Designed specifically for young readers, the My First Puzzles series helps to develop visual thinking and problem solving while keeping children occupied and entertained. Each book is full of big bold illustrations for clarity, with questions on each page in addition to the main puzzle. * Bright, colourful illustrations * Help develop problem solving, visual thinking and pen control * Additional counting and observational questions to answer on every page

My Very First Puzzles series is the perfect introduction to the fun of solving different types of puzzle and is specifically devised for beginners. From simple dot-to-dots to mazes, spot the difference, to colouring, these books develop problem-solving, pen-control and visual- thinking skills, while keeping small children entertained and busy. The bright colourful illustrations on every page will engage and encourage very young minds. * Bright, colourful illustrations * Help develop problem solving, visual thinking and pen control * Specifically devised for beginners * Visual solutions to the dot-to-dots at the back of the book

Investigate shipwrecks where scorpionfish hide, dive down to the Mariana trench to meet a dumbo octopus, marvel at ocean giants and dart in between manatees in mangrove forests to find out why oceans are magnificently mega! Did you know lobsters keep their teeth in their tummies? Or that you can find rivers and lakes beneath the ocean? And did you know that sea stars have no brain or blood? Explore the wonders of our underwater worlds on every page, from coral reefs, sharks and the deep to shipwrecks, weird fish and frozen seas, there's so much to discover! With fun and colourful illustrations and bursting with facts, Do You Love Oceans? is perfect for readers who want to dive down and explore Earth's spectacular seas, discover the wildlife that lives there and find out why our oceans need protecting. Matt Robertson is the award-winning illustrator of Do You Love Bugs?, Do You Love Dinosaurs? and Do You Love Exploring?

Learn a little about each animal as you go through the book.

The enclosed wooden animals encourage motoric skills as well as early imaginative role play.

Ducks take over one turtle's pond in this hilarious rhyming tale! When a flock of ducks arrives at an unsuspecting turtle's pond, the turtle is mistaken for a green duck and can't seem to convince anyone otherwise. Can the turtle find a way to take back the pond and get some peace and quiet once more? The charming illustrations, simple text, and comic-like panels by J. E. Morris, author-illustrator of the Maud the Koala and Flubby books, make this a unique format with a narrative style perfect for storytime and progressing readers. Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner and being fluent.

This all-new Valentine's Day board book features Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol!

Boys and girls ages 0 to 3 who like Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol will love this board book. Join Chase, Marshall, Skye, and the rest of Adventure Bay's furry friends of all sizes makes friends and spread kindness throughout Adventure Bay. It's perfect for Valentine's Day--or anytime.

Learn about our travels in space, look inside a space capsule, watch an ISRO Rocket blast off and meet vyommitra, the talking robot. Reading level: for 5 years and above.

Following on from the overwhelming success of our Unicorns and More Colouring Kit comes two brand new titles featuring lovely llamas and more, and magical mermaids and more.

Gorgeous illustrations on each page, these pastel marker kits are just waiting for you to add depth, texture and just a little bit of magic with the pastel markers and glitter glue!

Take your colouring to the next level with these Kaleidoscope Colouring Kits!

Explore God's world around you in this early learning activity book, with Scripture and prayers to read together. Find the perfect big sticker to complete each page, and then use your best pencils to finish the activities. With sweet card press-outs included to create a door hanger and a picture frame, there are hours of fun to be had! Content Benefits: This activity book packed with card press-outs, activities and stickers helps young children learn how God has made them and provided good things in their lives. * Includes colourful stickers * Press-out cards make a simple door hanger and a picture frame * Includes prayers and Bible verses that encourage kids to see God in their lives * Activities include colouring, counting games, and spot the difference * Great price point makes this ideal for Sunday School prizes or gifts * Ideal to help keep young children engaged and occupied * Suitable for ages 3 plus