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Little Bear loves the sunlight that shines in through his windows and considers it his very own special sunshine. But when it is time for him to hibernate for winter and he forgets to close his curtains, Little Bear tosses and turns until the arrival of an unusual visitor helps him sleep soundly. This is an adorable tale that explores concepts such as the seasons, the difference between daytime and nighttime, shadows, and hibernation through beautiful text and illustrations.
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Albert Einstein, the legendary scientist. Little Albert grew up in Germany, where it took him four years to formulate his first word. He was fascinated by how objects worked and, although he didn't love school, he loved physics and maths books. His brilliant mind contemplated space and time, and he eventually came up with the theory of relativity. He shared his knowledge with the rest of the world, becoming the most original mind of the twentieth century. 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 theoretical physicist'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!
A stunning book about colours full of gorgeous, breathtaking landscapes, with amazing flaps to lift and holes to peep through. From Julia Donaldson, bestselling author of The Gruffalo, and Sharon King-Chai, who together created the award-winning Animalphabet and Counting Creatures. Follow a little girl as she paints her own adventure with her bright blue tree frog companion. With luscious green trees to climb and red hot air balloons to sail away in, children will delight in the rhyming text and vibrant artwork while learning about different colours. A truly beautiful gift, Colours, Colours Everywhere is an absolute must for the family bookshelf.
A powerful and standout sea-life story featuring one very small and determined blue whale from bestselling and award-winning author and illustrator Rob Biddulph Meet Gigantic, the smallest blue whale in the Atlantic. Dwarfed by the other whales, Gigantic keeps to himself, making new friends and perfecting his somersaults and flips in the bay. But one day when Gigantic’s brother, Titan, gets stuck on the sand, it’s down to Gigantic and his smallest sea creature friends to save the day. Can they show it’s possible to be tiny and tough? A swimmingly good story about little fins and big hearts from bestselling author and illustrator, Rob Biddulph.
Miffy's uncle has come to visit and is going to take her on a trip. They fly up high and see the world from above. Award-winning UK poet, Tony Mitton, has worked closely with Dick Bruna's Dutch publisher to create new translations for the classic Miffy stories that are true to the books' original voice, and yet have a contemporary feel to the language that makes them appealing to the modern young audience. The translations beautifully convey the warmth and friendliness of the original Dutch whilst maintaining a style that is inimitably Miffy.
In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the inspiring story of this international style icon. Following the death of her mother, Coco spent her early life in an orphanage, where she was taught how to use a needle and thread. From there, she became a cabaret singer, seamstress, hat maker, and, eventually, the world's most famous fashion designer. This moving 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 designer's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling 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 hardcover 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!
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Malala Yousafzai, the incredible activist for girls' education and the youngest Nobel Prize laureate . When Malala was born in Mingora, Pakistan, her father was determined she would have every opportunity that a boy would have. She loved getting an education, but when a hateful regime came to power, girls were no longer allowed to go to school. Malala spoke out in public about this, which made her a target for violence. She was shot in the left side of her head and woke up in hospital in England. Finally after long months and many surgeries, Malala recovered, and resolved to become an activist for girls' education. Now a recent Oxford graduate, Malala continues to fight for a world where all girls can learn and lead. This powerful 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 activist'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!
The brand new edition of the bestselling Super Deluxe Essential Handbook is here - and it includes all-new Pokemon! With 560 colour pages and info on over 900 Pokemon, this is a must-have for kids of all ages. If you want to catch 'em all, you gotta read about 'em all! This revised and updated edition of the mega-bestselling Essential Handbook and Super Deluxe Essential Handbook has all the stats and facts kids need to know about the world of Pokemon. Essential information on over 900 Pokemon is jam-packed into 560 illustrated, full-colour pages. The handbook is easy to read and organised simply and effectively into one comprehensive, kid-friendly reference book. This updated edition features tons of extra pages devoted to the newest Pokemon from the Sword and Shield video games. It is an absolute must-have for Pokemon Trainers of all ages. Features stats and facts from Pokemon from the eight known regions. Full-colour illustations throughout. Perfect for old and new fans.
"Fitting in can be difficult when you are different, and Ladybird Lou knows this well. She is a ladybird with no spots amongst a school class of confident little critters. But a friendship with a fierce, kind little bumble bee could change everything. A gentle rhyming book that shows the importance of kindness and tolerance whilst expressing the value of standing up for what is right"
Christopher Robin outside in the wood, Sweetly the sun sets, just as it should. Peep through, Winnie-the-Pooh! What do you see inside? Winnie-the-Pooh is getting ready for bed, in this delightful rhyming story with peep-through holes to play peepo! Join Pooh and his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood in a cosy bedtime story. Young Winnie-the-Pooh fans will love this bright and colourful storybook with sturdy board pages that's ideal for reading and sharing together. Milne’s classic children’s stories – featuring Piglet, Owl, Rabbit, Eeyore and, of course, Pooh himself – are both heart-warming and funny, teaching lessons of friendship and reflecting the power of a child’s imagination like no other story before or since. Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.
Tiny wants to carry God's love around always, but what if it's too big for a nutshell, and too deep for a wheelbarrow? Telling the story of two squirrels, Tiny and Tall, God's Love in a Nutshell is a charming Christian picture book written by award-winning author Hilary Robinson that explores the wonder of God's love in a way that's easy for even the youngest of children to understand. With clear, simple text and delightful illustrations from Mandy Stanley, God's Love in a Nutshell is a timeless tale that will teach children aged 3-5 about the depths of God's love for them. Presented in a lovely hardback format, it is ideal for reading aloud at story time and sharing as a family. Filled with warmth and caring, God's Love in a Nutshell is ideal for Christian parents and carers who want to introduce their faith to their children, and will be cherished for a lifetime as those children grow and embark on their own journey of faith.
Perfect Gift Purchase for fans of Milne's Classic Winnie-the-Pooh stories This lovely set consists of a highly appealing gift box designed with original E.H.Shepard decorations from Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner. The gift box's design includes a pull-out drawer containing two original, unabridged A.A.Milne storybooks: Winnie-the-Pooh and the Wrong Bees and Pooh Goes Visiting, together with a beautiful poster featuring E.H.Shepard's map of the Hundred Acre Wood and a gorgeous height chart designed with E.H.Shepard's original decorations - everything you need for a Winnie-the-Pooh fan's nursery! Do you own all the classic Pooh titles? Winnie-the-Pooh The House at Pooh Corner When We Were Very Young Now We Are Six Return to the Hundred Acre Wood The Best Bear in All the World Once There Was a Bear Look out for other available Winnie-the-Pooh publishing: Winnie-the-Pooh Storybooks: Winnie-the-Pooh Helps the Bees A Present from Pooh Happy Birthday to you! The Great Heffalump Hunt Winnie-the-Pooh Board Books: Surprise! A Slide & Play book Goodnight Pooh: A bedtime peep-through book The Big Adventure: A lift-the-flap book Hide and Seek: A lift-and-find book Pocket Library Hello Pooh, Hello You! Tiddely pom: Rhymes and hums to enjoy together h is for honey: an ABC book 10 busy bees: a counting book Colours How are You?: a book about feelings The nation's favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for over 95 years. Milne's classic children's stories - featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself - are gently humorous while teaching lessons about friendship and kindness. Pooh ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether you're 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.
This 25th birthday edition of The Gruffalo is a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler fans, including fun bonus content! A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood. A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good. Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with a fox, an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo! Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling phenomenon around the world. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children over the past twenty-five years, and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. The Gruffalo 25th Anniversary Edition features the classic story with a stunning foil cover as well as a letter from the author, early sketches from the illustrator, fun Gruffalo things to make and do and a special birthday song to celebrate the anniversary year.
Dolly the carthorse comes to the rescue when the old steam train breaks down and Poppy, Sam and Rust are stranded on their school outing. Ages 5-7.
"A beautiful, gentle, rhyming exploration of grief and mourning." - Joe Coelho, Waterstones Children's Laureate The Hare-Shaped Hole is a beautiful, touching, and poignant picture book which gently explores themes of grief and loss. Hertle and Bertle were always a pair, though one was a turtle and one was a hare. They were utterly buddies, and best friends forever and whenever you looked, you would find them together... until quite unexpectedly... the end came. When Hertle disappears for good, Bertle can only see a Hertle-shaped hole where his friend should be. He pleads with it, get angry with it, but the hole still won't bring his Hertle back. It seems like hope is lost... until Gerda the kindly bear finds him. She explains that he must fill the hole with his memories of Hertle. And slowly... Bertle begins to feel a little bit better. Powerful and moving text from children's author and poet John Dougherty is paired perfectly with warm illustrations from the wonderfully talented Thomas Docherty in a thoughtful and sensitive approach to this difficult topic. This moving picture book can be used as part of a gentle conversation about death and grief with children.
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Ernest Shackleton, the fearless Antarctic adventurer. When Ernest Shackleton was young, he longed for a life of adventure. After a career in the Merchant Navy, he joined a landmark expedition to try to reach the South Pole for the first time in history. Although he had to go home early, he never gave up. His own expeditions set new records for the closest anyone had ever been to the South Pole, and he is remembered now as a courageous and inspirational leader. This exciting 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 intrepid explorer'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!
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Pele, Brazil's all-time King of Football. With a sock full of rags for a ball, Pele honed his skills in a poor neighbourhood in Brazil. He believed that, one day, he would lead his country to World Cup victory - and he was right! With Pele and his super skills on the team, Brazil lifted the trophy three times. Today, he is widely regarded as the greatest footballer who ever lived - and a hero off the pitch, too, using his voice to help the people who need it most. 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 King'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!
The Captain Underpants Double-Crunchy Book o' Fun is a selection of stories, comics, puzzles, jokes, Flip-O-Ramas, and other fun stuff from The Captain Underpants world, in glorious full colour! Bonus content includes colour Flip-O-Ramas from classic Captain Underpants adventures. Come join George and Harold and their wedgie-powered superhero, Captain Underpants, as they show you how to make your very own comic books. Draw your favourite characters, tell cheesy jokes, solve Professor Poopypants's Preposterous Puzzles, race to the finish line in crazy mazes, create your own Captain Underpants stories, read "Hairy Potty and the Invasion of the Underwear," watch action-packed Flip-O-Ramas, and so much more - all in full-colour! Tra-la-laaaaa! It's laugh-out-loud-fun! the perfect activity book for all Dav Pilkey fans - this will keep kids busy for hours a celebration of fun and creativity |
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