Starting nursery is a big step, so most children will feel nervous at first. This charming book explains what the day will look like, from saying goodbye to parents to meeting other children and learning new things. It shows children what exciting activities might be on offer, like dressing up in fabulous outfits or playing outdoors on tricycles.

With simple-to-read text and delightful full-colour illustrations by Mel Four, Time to Go to Nursery helps children feel confident about going to nursery and reminds them that someone will always be there to help if they're unsure.

From leading Early Years expert Penny Tassoni MBE, Time To... picture books use simple words and colourful illustrations to help young children understand all-important everyday skills. Featuring practical advice and tips for practitioners, carers and parents, these books will help you explore positive behaviour with children in a fun and friendly way.

Sara’s first day of school is full of surprises, but the biggest one of all is that she discovers she doesn’t understand what the other children are saying and she wonders how she will make friends. Her teacher encourages her to find out the many ways one can say hello.

This delightful story of rhyming verse, accompanied by charming illustrations, is a must for all young South African children. And if parents/grandparents/carers aren’t sure how to pronounce ‘hello’ in all 11 official languages, there is a CD of the text, narrated by the author herself, to guide with authentic pronunciation.

Henny is a baby chick, she is sweet and fluffy just like her friends. But unlike her friends, Henny has one tiny problem. Henny is stuck in her shell. Yes, her tiny legs and her tiny wings peep out. But Henny is most definitely stuck. Follow Henny on her journey as she and her friends try to solve her problem and along the way end up saving the day. 'Henny is Stuck' is the debut picture book from award-winning Dublin-based illustrator and animator Aileen Crossley. With an illustration style honed and developed over years in a lithographic print studio, the loveable characters are brought to life in a tale of friendship, determination and bravery. Aileen is currently creating an animated short to accompany her picture book. This book would make the perfect Easter gift.

Into a brook dropped a worm on a hook. "Bless my soul!" said a trout with a yell. "What a marvellous treat - something tasty to eat. And I'm just getting peckish as well!" The worm said,"I'm tasty but don't be too hasty, To eat me would be a great blunder As a matter of fact I can dance, sing and act. In a word - I'm an absolute wonder!"

A special 25th anniversary edition of a modern classic, this is a tender, exuberant celebration of modern family life.

Mum and baby are home alone when - DING DONG! - Auntie and then Uncle and Nannie and Gran-Gran and the cousins come to visit. And they all want to hug and kiss and squeeze and eat the baby right up ... because everybody loves the baby SO MUCH!

A special 25th anniversary edition of a multiple award-winning story, So Much is a celebration of family life. Helen Oxenbury's characteristically warm, funny illustrations, paired with Trish Cooke's rhythmic, cumulative story capture the joy of being a baby in a large extended family - a baby who knows that he is absolutely, utterly adored.

With a foreword and gorgeous golden foil on the cover and spine, this edition is one to share and treasure.

Moomin is searching everywhere for Snufkin, but he is nowhere to be seen. Where could he be? Follow the tactile finger trail on every page to explore Moominvalley and help Moomin find his best friend!

Learn about opposites with some amazing animals in this bright and fun board book. Meet a short crocodile and a long crocodile, a small elephant and a big elephant and a happy dog and a sad dog, as these fantastic animals introduce you to simple opposite terms! This entertaining and characterful board book from Emmy award-winning visual artist, illustrator and author Nikolas Ilic will bring a smile to the faces of adults and children alike, with cartoon-style illustrations introducing readers to a host of vibrant animals. These eye-catching illustrations will help kids have fun as they learn about opposites in this wonderfully fun book. A great book for parents to read with children or for kids to entertain themselves with, this bright and bold title is the perfect way for early learners to master opposites! This book is from Nikolas Ilic's First Concepts, a series of bright and bold children's picture books which introduce young readers to important first concepts in a fun and accessible way. Other titles available include: Animal Colours, Animal ABC, Animal 123, and Animal Shapes.

A dazzling, fairy-filled adventure - with letters, flaps and a sprinkle of magic!

It's Zizzi Moonbeam's first day as a party planner at Fairy HQ and she's fizzing with excitement! Watch her whizz to the rescue to ensure every party runs smoothly... Rain on the day of your garden party? A bridesmaid's dress covered in jam? No problem is too big for Zizzi Moonbeam! But oh no - it looks like she's forgotten to reply to one of her letters. There's no time to solve this party pickle on her own! Will one of her new fairy pals swoop in to help Zizzi save the day?

With gorgeous artwork from Natalie Smilie, this book is the perfect gift for lovers of the RAINBOW MAGIC and AZIZA'S SECRET FAIRY DOOR series.

Arranged thematically, this illustrated thesaurus has over 2,000 amazing, useful and unusual words to inspire children writing stories. Topics include Getting around, How are you feeling? Heroes and villains and lots more, with lists of synonyms, opposites and tips on describing things. Includes simple word games and links to useful websites.

Thomas the Tank Engine meets the dinosaurs in this brand-new picture book.

Thomas the Tank Engine isn’t afraid of anything … or is he? When dinosaurs are spotted on the Island of Sodor, it’s another engine who turns out to be the bravest of all …

Featuring a terrifying Tyrannosaurus Rex, a spikey Triceratops and an enormous Diplodocus, this story will delight fans of dinosaurs and trains alike.

Cats from many different countries may like to do all kinds of strange and exotic things, but my cat, an ordinary round-the-house cat, likes to hide in boxes. A rhyming text.

Bake your way through Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! Inspired by the films, this is the ONE and ONLY official Harry Potter cookbook! Packed with 45 recipes and gorgeous, eye-catching photography, this baking cookbook inspired by the films is a must-have for every Harry Potter fan. From Pumpkin Patch Pies to Owl Muffins, Luna's Spectrespecs Cookies to Hogwarts Gingerbread, these 45 mouthwatering recipes that will, dare we say ... ensnare the senses! Host a Great Hall-inspired feast for your friends or delight in a portion for one. This baking cookbook is great for everyone Includes a multitude of gluten-free, nut-free and vegan recipes! All 45 recipes are inspired by the Harry Potter films.

In the sequel to the modern classic, Handa's Surprise, two girls count all of the exotic and exciting animals they discover as they search for their grandma's hen. Learn to count with Handa in the sequel to the bestselling Handa's Surprise. Every morning, Handa, a young girl from the Luo tribe of Kenya, feeds breakfast to Mondi, her grandma's black hen. This morning, however, Mondi is nowhere to be seen. So Handa and her friend Akeyo set off on a hunt, coming upon two fluttery butterflies, three stripy mice, four little lizards, five beautiful sunbirds, and many more intriguing creatures. But where could Mondi be? Is that a faint cheeping they hear under the bush? Might Mondi have a surprise in store? Luminous colours depict a lush natural setting in this stunningly illustrated story perfect for reading aloud.

Perfect for fans of Simon Philip and Pip Jones, The Littlest Yak is joyous, rhyming caper that reminds us to celebrate our own unique talents! On the tip of the top of a mountain all snowy, where the ice-swirling, toe-curling blizzards were blowy, in a herd full of huddling yaks, big and small, lived Gertie . . .the littlest yak of them all. Gertie is the littlest yak in her whole herd, and she's feeling stuck in her smallness - she wants to grow UP and have bigness and tallness! But when it turns out that there are some things that only Gertie can do, might she come to see that she's perfect, just the way she is? A rollicking, heartwarming and reassuring story from debut author, Lu Fraser and much-loved illustrator, Kate Hindley.

Young readers will fall in love with this adventurous dolphin calf as she teaches them about the Pacific ocean and all the wonderful creatures beneath the sea.

The series focused on the way our young animal friends spend a day continues with an adventurous dolphin calf, as she explores the vast Pacific ocean with her mother and meets the many wonderful water-dwelling creatures that live there.

Age range 3 to 9 As the seasons turn, Maisie rides her bull in and out of Dada's tall tales. Her Mama wears linen and plays the viola. Her Dada wears kente cloth and plays the marimba.They come from different places, but they hug her in the same way. And most of all, they love her just the same. A joyful celebration of a mixed-race family and the love that binds us all together. 'We found a kindred spirit in Maisie. She will make a generation of mixed kids feel more visible.' - The Tiger Tales

Brown girls are risk takers, move makers and planet shakers. We can be scientists, artists, engineers or any other kind of pioneer. Brown girls are brave, we follow the example of others. Women who came before us - our sisters and mothers. Empowering and inspiring, Wonderfully made is a book of positive affirmations for brown girls of all shades, sizes and shapes. This book teaches girls to not only embrace, but to truly celebrate their unique appearance and talents while encouraging them to dream big and to be creative. Build confidence and resilience from a young age with easy-to-follow rhyming text and bright inclusive illustrations that reflect proudly South African children.

This interactive board book series features the classic touch-and-feel concept but with a fun, stylish Wee Gallery twist! Each spread features an intriguing textile and a different animal character to spark the curiosity of babies and toddlers. In Wee Gallery: Touch-and-Feel Scales, meet seven incredibly cute animals who all feature super special scales! Little ones will love feeling the different textures and materials, whether it be the bumpy back of a prickly pangolin or the smooth and shiny skin of a slinky snake. Striking illustrations from Wee Gallery plus clever textures will excite the reader and help develop sensory and motor skills, and expand language skills. Bold, high contrast, colourful artwork will keep young children engaged and stimulated for hours on end, while encouraging key recognition and identification skills. Also available in the Wee Gallery Touch-and-Feel series are Tails, Ears and Wings.

Victor is a proud hunter with a house full of trophies, until one night a dream makes him think again. When he wakes he is determined to change his ways, but how can he make amends for all the hunting he has done? He comes up with a cunning plan to put things right... The award-winning duo Jacques & Lise combine gorgeous illustrations and a clever storyline to create a beautiful tale of empathy and kindness, which will charm adults and children alike.