Once upon a Christmas, there was an old woman who lived in a hut at the edge of the forest, with only her old dog, Uproar, to keep her company. The old woman had only one wish: to celebrate a real Christmas, with a tree and presents and candles and food. Just once.
High up in the heavens, Star Mother's youngest child makes a wish, too. "Mother " he wails, "just once I want to celebrate Christmas like they do down there " So Star Mother sends him to earth, where he finds a hut and knocks on the door . . .
In this original, heartwarming fable, Louise Moeri tells the story of an unlikely friendship and how it made two Christmas wishes come true.
"In three words I can state clearly why I wanted to be a part of the children's book field: Trina Schart Hyman. In 1975, the year I graduated from college, I won a literary prize for my own writing and with the money I bought books. One book in particular altered the course of my life: STAR MOTHER'S YOUNGEST CHILD. Both the story and Trina's heartfelt illustrations propelled me to be a part of the wondrous world of children's books. I still have my first edition copy, a bit tattered from frequent readings and poring over Trina's artwork. Whenever I needed encouragement this book, with all its magic, gave me that artistic boost." Olivier Dunrea, author.

Nigel Chipmunk lives in a cozy little cottage on Thimbleberry Lane, and he has wonderful neighbors who are always up for a visit or an adventure. With heartwarming illustrations and old-fashioned charm, this oh-so-gentle storybook is perfect for a snuggly read-aloud and to be shared with the dearest of friends!

Learn how to tie your shoes! This book includes a real shoelace and a model shoe you assemble yourself. Step-by-step instructions teach crisscross lacing, "bunny ear" bows, loop bows, and double knots. Your child will be a pro in no time. Let's get started today!

• Make learning to tie your shoes fun!
• Includes four different step-by-step instructions for crisscross, bunny ear bow, loop bow, and double knot bow
• Color-coded laces (aqua and yellow) help guide in the processing of learning how to tie your shoes
• Practice again and again! Real laces allow your child to learn at their own pace
• Put new skills into practice with a make-it-yourself model shoe

Peppa has been invited to Mr Bull and Mrs Cow's wedding. She has even been asked to be a bridesmaid!

Join Peppa as she learns all about weddings, especially when things start to go wrong . . .

Peppa loves weddings. EVERYONE loves weddings!

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.

Rescue paper rolls from your recycling bin to make zoo animals or an old castle. With step-by-step instructions you can create...brilliant art from left over stuff

Vivian Vande Velde's spellbinding short stories are filled with magic and mayhem. Witness the boy who breaks his dance date because he's too cheap to spend money on her. He learns about spells the hard way in Curses, Inc. What happens when a woman brings her son back from the dead in "The Witch's Son"? Many folks go to Granny Orilla for remedies. Does a cure or a curse await in "Cypress Swamp Granny"? Beware: These haunting stories will put you under their spell.

This picture book biography tells the story of Meg Lowman, a groundbreaking female scientist called a "real life Lorax" by National Geographic, who was determined to investigate the marvelous, undiscovered world of the rainforest treetops. Meg Lowman was always fascinated by the natural world above her head - the colors, the branches, and, most of all, the leaves and mysterious organisms living there. Meg set out to climb up and investigate the rain forest tree canopies - and to be the first scientist to do so. But she encountered challenge after challenge. Male teachers would not let her into their classrooms, the high canopy was difficult to get to, and worst of all, people were logging and clearing the forests. Meg never gave up or gave in. She studied, invented, and persevered, not only creating a future for herself as a scientist, but making sure that the rainforests had a future as well. Working closely with Meg Lowman, author Heather Lang and artist Jana Christy beautifully capture Meg's world in the treetops.

Why do we need water?

What do we use it for?

Water keeps us alive.

We are water, and water is us.

In this exciting new children’s book, Thembinkosi Kohli’s illustrations encourage young readers to connect with the world they live in. His bright and cheerful images, which are accompanied by short bursts of text, explain in an easy to understand visual language not only the importance of water for the world but its uses in our everyday lives. This story is a great read for the whole family, especially children aged 4 – 8 years old.

The children always played in the Giant's garden, but when he returned after years away, he said, 'What are you doing here?' and the children fled.'My own garden is my own garden,' said the Giant; 'anyone can understand that, and I will allow nobody to play in it but myself.' Oscar Wilde's classic tale of compassion and forgiveness is one of the most beautiful stories in the English language. With magnificent illustrations by Ritva Voutila, this is a book for the whole family to treasure.

Kay en haar boetie gaan troeteldierwinkel toe. Hul pappa het gesê hul mag net één troeteldier kies om huis toe te neem. Maar watter een moet hul kies? ’n Hondjie, of katjie, of dalk ’n vis of ’n voël? In hierdie pragtige rymverse wys Dr. Seuss hoe moeilik dit soms kan wees om troeteldierwinkel toe te gaan en slegs één diertjie te kies!

We are the Mighty Mechanics and we look after bulldozers excavators and all types of diggers. Discover what a road roller does how a road paver works and much much more...

Margaret must test her loyalty and courage when a wounded prisoner of war is brought into her Pennsylvania home in this novel of the Revolutionary era.

Enter an enchanted fairytale world with this fun-packed book of over 100 unicorn-themed mazes.

From puppycorns and kittycorns to princes and princesses, these mazes come in all shapes and sizes (and there's even a cake-shaped one for when you get peckish).

With twists, turns and even trolls, each maze will delight puzzle fiends and unicorn lovers alike. Start off with simpler adventures, before progressing to trickier tangles where you'll meet ogres, dragons, knights and the occasional pandacorn.

And, for readers eager to find out more about unicorn lore, each section includes unicorn secrets to share with your friends.

In a delightful, curious game of what comes next, Moomintroll travels through the woods to get home with milk for Moominmamma. A simple trip turns into a colorful adventure as Moomintroll meets Mymble, who has lost her sister, Little My. Along the way, they endure the hijinks of all the charming characters of the Moomin world, including the Fillijonks and Hattifatteners. Will Moomintroll ever make it home safe and sound?

A beautiful and boisterous story by internationally acclaimed children's author Tove Jansson, this picture book is sure to tickle the fancies of parents and kids as well as Moomintroll fans everywhere!