The Looky Book is a puzzle book mostly for young children with 11 different puzzles all with colourful New Zealand landscapes, birds and animals. Find the numbers with the crazy All Black lambs, spot the difference: the mischievous keas have changed around somebody s campervan, find the animals hidden deep in the bush, match the farmers to their animals. Plus spot what s wrong in the weird and wonderful scenes: Should a kiwi be flying? Could a sheep round up the dogs? And why is there a penguin at the top of that tree?

A super cute and super fierce sticker activity book from the world of the Powerpuff Girls! Join Blossom, Buttercup and Bubbles for hours of super powered fun! Jam-packed with games, stickers and activity, this is the perfect book for Powerpuff Girls fans everywhere.

New in the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Rudolf Nureyev, one of the greatest male ballet dancers of all time. Rudolf fell in love with dance as a child. But he was not allowed to go to ballet school until he was 17. There, he had to make up for lost time and hone his skills to compete with the other dancers. As a professional, he dazzled audiences with sensational performances and star power. He went on to become a world-renowned choreographer and master of perfection in dance. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the dancer's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

Lulu wants a cat. Mummy says pets are a lot of work, so Lulu is eager to find out more. She reads all about cats in the library. She takes care of her stuffed toys and shows Mummy how responsible she can be. When she finally gets to adopt a little cat, Lulu knows just what to do. Lulu Gets a Cat is a picture book that explores preparing to adopt a pet, learning responsibility, caring for a new pet, first experiences, empathy and much more. With rich and emotive illustrations it communicates the everyday life of a child and the relationship with their parents.

No school. No THANKS. No. NO. NO! Laura Dockrill's inimitable style of poetic rap is brilliantly suited to this romp through the house and round and round the playgroup, as one little poodle demonstrates what fun it is to stomp and stamp and pout . . . that is until naptime, when all she really wants is a . . . CUDDLE! There is a funky music video quality to this text, and the eye popping artwork matches the anarchic playfulness of the rap!

For kids ages 2-6, a gentle and fun introduction to mindfulness and breath awareness. When we are overcome with emotions, our breath-and a bit of imagination-can bring us back to a peaceful place. In I Am a Peaceful Goldfish, two children learn how to settle their difficult feelings with imaginative breathing techniques, pretending they are elephants, flowers, and even dragons! I Am a Peaceful Goldfish teaches kids essential and easy-to-learn life skills: It's okay to feel overwhelmed or anxious! Feeling calm and in control are just a couple of easy breaths away How to self-regulate and relieve anxiety A perfect book for readers of I Am Peace and I Am Yoga by Susan Verde.

Find the answers to the biggest question we ask ourselves in this full-colour picture book by the much-loved Philip Bunting! Am I my name? Am I my stuff? Am I my gender? Am I my skin colour? Who Am I? is a trip into deepest inner space to answer one of life's biggest questions. We are all from the same place, and made of the same stuff, but we each see ourselves as individuals. Who Am I? is an introspective exploration of that idea - a dive through the multitudes that comprise every one of us - to ask who we really are, once all of the external stuff is stripped away. This is the perfect read for curious children and parents, who want to know more about what makes them so uniquely themselves. Written by Philip Bunting, author and illustrator of Mopoke and Another Book About Bears A brilliant conversation-opener to talk about bigger concepts and ideas, such as feelings, gender and race Includes full colour illustrations with a graphic style, to keep children entertained as you turn each page

Little Miss Giggles and Little Miss Shy are going to a festival! The friends are so excited about their first trip to a festival where there'll be music, face painting, fun activities and food. They pitch their tent and get ready to enjoy it the family-friendly fun, along with friends like Mr Small, Mr Tall and Mr Greedy. But will Little Miss Shy be able to overcome her self-consciousness and embrace all the fun of the festival? 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 Every Day Adventures have a 'Where's Walter' feature with Walter the worm hiding in every story making for a fun and interactive reading experience for children aged 2 years and up.

Beautiful hardback edition of the classic Thomas & Friends story: Thomas the Tank Engine In Thomas the Tank Engine, Thomas runs up and down the track all day, but all he really wants is a branch line of his own ... Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends remain as popular as ever, loved by millions all over the world. Now rediscover the classic story about the world's best-loved tank engine with this stunning new hardback edition of the original 'Railway Series'. Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved characters such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Now millions of people across the world have grown up with the tales of Sodor Island, enchanted by the adventures of Thomas and his friends, Percy, Gordon, and Toby, and all the other engines that work on the Fat Controller's railway. Have you collected all the classic adventures in the Railway Series? Thomas the Tank Engine 9781405276511 James the Red Engine 9781405276504 The Three Railway Engines 9781405276498

'Sometimes, a person's brain gets sick with a disease called dementia.' What does dementia do to the brain? What changes might we notice if a parent or grandparent has the disease? How might we feel about it and what can help? This book breaks down misconceptions about dementia and speaks directly to children aged under 5 about the realities of the disease, using age appropriate language in an engaging and informative way. It reassures parents of the value of open and honest conversation about the challenges raised by dementia and offers advice and support in the opening 'Guide for grown ups'. It includes a diverse audience of characters, to emphasise that ANY child can be impacted by dementia in their loved ones. Unlike traditional storybooks, the ending provides a question for the adult and child reading it to ponder together.

Everyone knows that what koalas do best is sleep but young Clive cant help feeling different. He hardly ever wants to sleep Hes itchy and twitchy and sleeping on branches is a dangerous game when you just cant stop moving Maybe he was mixed up at birth and is really a monkey Maybe hes an elephant Or something much much bigger . . . One day somewhere between sleep and wild imagination Clive wonders what adventures he might have if only he were a different kind of animal . . . and soon discovers that being himself is not so bad after all

Join the Mr Men and Little Miss for lots of fun outside! Mr Busy has been cooped up inside all winter long and now the weather has brightened up he can't wait to get outside. There are kites to fly, a bike to ride and a treehouse to build, but the most fun will be had at a treetops adventure park with his friends, Little Miss Somersault, Mr Tickle, Little Miss Brave and Mr Bounce! 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 Every Day Adventures have a 'Where's Walter' feature with Walter the worm hiding in every story making for a fun and interactive reading experience for children aged two years and up.

The adventures of an old man who lives in a cave by the Loch of Lochnagar. It is filled with such characters as a grouse who repels visitors, underwater haggis who revolve as they swim, the miniature green people of Gorm, and the birds and fishes who live in the skies and lochs around Balmoral.

African folktales adapted and retold in English.

Dive into the ocean for a noisy, rhyming animal adventure in this colourful read-aloud picture book! Little ones will love looking at the colourful pictures and joining in with all the great sound words, as they discover all sorts of amazing sea creatures. Including blue whales, sea turtles, jellyfish, dolphins and more! Each page introduces a different animal, with a short read-aloud rhyme. "Fast moving and great to read aloud" Independent From the author of international bestseller, Giraffes Can't Dance.

_______________ A TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK **'The year's most magnificent adventure' - Guardian** **'Fizzing with anarchic energy' - Daily Mail** **'An intoxicating adventure' - Observer** **'Utterly engaging' - Sunday Times** _______________ Mink doesn't believe in rules. She loves running wild and free. So, when a zebra appears in the square where she lives and she finds out that his parents have been captured by the evil Mr Spit, she knows that it's up to her to help. So begins a grand adventure to rescue a whole menagerie of animals - an adventure that will take all of Mink's courage and determination. Written with generous helpings of warmth and humour, this is a timeless picture book about bravery, friendship and the importance of taking action. With stunning illustrations by award-winning illustrator Sara Ogilvie, illustrator of The Detective Dog, this modern classic from bestselling children's author Katherine Rundell is an unmissable treat.

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! Using magic to help people is Little Miss Magic's favourite thing! But what happens when someone outsmarts her? The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. Have you met them all?

This charmingly illustrated book is a perfect way to get little children used to the idea of going to the hospital. Clear, reassuring text explains each part of the process, while Stephen Cartwright's timeless illustrations are full of gentle humour, and interesting details to spot and talk about together.

From the creator of Can Cat and Bird Be Friends comes a delightful story featuring an adorable cat and an inquisitive dog. Dogs chase cats. Everyone knows this, especially cats. When Dog wants to chase Cat, he politely asks, "are you a cat?" To outrun and outsmart Dog, Cat pretends to be other animals that dogs wouldn't ordinarily want to chase. It's a masterful plan indeed. But when an unexpected creature walks by, it's impossible for Cat to play pretend for much longer. In a charming picture book filled with pleasing banter and hilarious quips, rising talent Coll Muir creates the perfect story about staying true to yourself. Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen's I Want My Hat Back, This Is Not My Hat, and We Found a Hat.

A delightful story to nurture every child's dreams of exploring and advenutre. Beaver heads off on an adventure, but gets lost along the way. He is saved by Akita the dog who offers him help to find his way home. Together in a hot-air balloon they travel the globe looking for Beaver's home. Packed with wonderfully detailed pictures of animal houses from around the world. Ideal introduction to different animal habitats and discussion about environmental themes. Includes a world map with facts about how each animal makes its home and charts Beaver's global journey.