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Children will love the fast-paced and funny story of Trixie, the witch's cat, from picture book genius Nick Butterworth. Trixie is willing to do anything to be rid of her one white paw, but when she uses magic to try to 'fix' it, chaos ensues, and Trixie learns that it's good to be different and accept yourself for who you are.
"Dit was 'n besige dag. Tjoppie maak gereed om te gaan slaap. Hy pak sy
speelgoed weg, baljaar in die bad en lees 'n lekker slaaptydstorie.
Dit is 'n nuwe dag en die son skyn buite. Tjoppie en sy maats verken
die tuin en baljaar in die park. Wat gaan hulle nog alles doen?
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.
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
In a world built for Perfect Pets, Barnabus is a Failed Project, half mouse, half elephant, kept out of sight until his dreams of freedom lead him and his misfit friends on a perilous adventure. A stunning picture book from international bestsellers The Fan Brothers, joined by their brother Devin Fan. Deep underground beneath Perfect Pets, where children can buy genetically engineered "perfect" creatures, there is a secret lab. Barnabus and his friends live in this lab, but none of them are perfect. They are all Failed Projects. Barnabus has never been outside his tiny bell jar, yet he dreams of one day seeing the world above ground that his pal Pip the cockroach has told him about: a world with green hills and trees, and buildings that reach all the way to the sky, lit with their own stars. But Barnabus may have to reach the outside world sooner than he thought, because the Green Rubber Suits are about to recycle all Failed Projects . . . and Barnabus doesn't want to be made into a fluffier pet with bigger eyes. He just wants to be himself. So he decides it's time for he and the others to escape. With his little trunk and a lot of cooperation and courage, Barnabus sets out to find freedom - and a place where he and his friends can finally be accepted for who they are. This suspenseful, poignant and magical story about following your dreams and finding where you truly belong will draw readers into a surreal, lushly detailed world in which perfection really means being true to yourself and your friends. 'A stately, cathartic morality tale about freeing oneself from the tyranny of wanting to be perfect.' -The Financial Times 'ingeniously imaginative' - School Library Journal 'A heartfelt, timely allegory celebrating diversity, bravery, and solidarity.'- Kirkus
In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Rosa Parks, the 'Mother of the Freedom Movement.' Rosa Parks grew up in Alabama, where she learned to stand up for herself at an early age. Rosa went on to become a civil rights activist. In 1955, she refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Her courageous decision had a huge impact on civil rights, eventually leading to the end of segregation on public transport. She never stopped working for equal rights. 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 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!
Eighteen Summers is the perfect book as a gift for Mother's Day or to welcome a new baby! Let me tell you a tale of the stars and the sea, of adventures we’ll have as you grow, wild and free. For the days may drift past, but the years will sail by, and we’ve just eighteen summers to share, you and I …
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.
Join all of your favourite characters from the deep dark wood and learn about colours, numbers, opposites and animals in these four fun board books based on the bestselling picture book, The Gruffalo, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Perfect for young gruffalo fans, The Gruffalo Little Library is part of an exciting range of books for toddlers, featuring Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's iconic creation, the Gruffalo. Specially designed to appeal to even the youngest child, simple patterns and bright colours combine with Axel Scheffler's instantly recognizable artwork to keep preschool children entertained for hours. Also available in the My First Gruffalo series: The Gruffalo Touch and Feel Book and The Gruffalo Puppet Book.
An Instant New York Times Bestseller! Be a smart cookie-and don't miss the fifth picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series from creators Jory John and Pete Oswald! This cookie has never felt like a smart cookie no matter how hard she tries, especially in comparison to all the clever cupcakes and brilliant rolls in the bakery. Will a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of confidence be enough to help her learn that perfect scores and having all the answers aren't the only ingredients for intelligence? Jory John and Pete Oswald serve up another heaping plate of laughs and lessons with this empowering, witty, and charming addition to their #1 New York Times bestselling series! Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald's funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh: The Bad Seed The Good Egg The Cool Bean The Couch Potato The Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape! The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky! The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It Gets That's What Dinosaurs Do
With a cast of everyone's favourite farm animals, What the Ladybird Heard is a brilliant rhyming adventure from the stellar picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len are two crafty robbers with a cunning plan to steal the farmer’s fine prize cow. But little do they know that the tiniest, quietest creature of all has overhead their plot, and she has a plan of her own . . . With brilliant rhyming verse from Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo, and bright, distinctive illustrations from award-winning illustrator, Lydia Monks, this much-loved modern classic is perfect for reading aloud. Enjoy more adventures with the clever little ladybird in What the Ladybird Heard Next, What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday and What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside.
A funny rhyming story about dealing with change and overcoming worries, from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside. In a wonderful place, at the breaking of dawn, where the breezes were soft and the sunshine was warm, a place where the creatures ran wild and played free ... A Koala called Kevin clung to a tree. Meet Kevin. A koala who likes to keep things the same. Exactly the same. But sometimes change comes along whether we like it or not... And, as Kevin discovers, if you step outside your comfort zone and try new things, you might just surprise yourself! WINNER of the Sainsbury's Book Award and the Evening Standard Oscar's Book Prize! 'Fabulous rhymes, I'm in love with Kevin and would like to buy this for all my friends' children.' Claudia Winkleman 'A feel-good rhyming tale . . . Field's Australian animals are a treat' - Bookseller
'There is a chap at the door jist as Sophie an her mum are sittin doon for their tea. Wha could it be? They dinna think it's a muckle, furry, strippit teeger -- that's for shair!' No children's bookshelf is complete without the classic The Tiger Who Came to Tea, but what if Sophie opened the door to find a teeger that's cam for his tea instead? Celebrating its 50th roaring anniversary in 2018, Judith Kerr's much-loved picture book is charmingly retold for the first time in Scots. Keeping all the iconic elements of the story, Scots expert Susan Rennie gives the words a lively Scots twist -- a plate of sandwiches becomes a 'hail plate o pieces' and the big, furry, stripy tiger becomes a 'muckle, furry, strippit teeger'. This bright and bonnie take on a childhood favourite is perfect for reading aloud with young children.
"Nanny and Grandad read stories to me and this one begins with a Magical Tree. With fairies and elves and Erin, who's six, with a problem SO HUGE she just has to fix." * * * This charming story is just for you, to escape for a moment or even two. Dip your toes into fantasy land and imagine you're there with a helping hand. * * * When things go wrong, Bobbin must act and his journey along the way is packed. When he sees a challenge to overcome decisions are made to get the job done. He meets many characters during his quest all wonderful helpers so he can do best. So, in this world with time to spend everyone takes part right up to the end. * * * Further details: With every purchase of this book there are four free activity sheets to download. These are; a Colour-in Queen Fairy; The Elves' Jumbled Words; Queen Fairy's Crossword and The Magical Tree Word Search.
A collection of four Supertato stories from the bestselling series now available in an audio edition, read by the authors Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet. Supertato Meet Supertato - the supermarket superhero with eyes everywhere! But now there's a pea on the loose. A very, very naughty pea. Has Supertato finally met his match? Supertato: Veggies Assemble The Evil Pea is back and there's chaos in the supermarket aisles again! Can our hero divert disaster? Or is he going to need backup? Supertato: Run, Veggies, Run! It's Sports Day in the supermarket and all the veggies are in training. But when a new competitor joins in, accompanied by The Evil Pea, something doesn't seem quite right... Supertato: Evil Pea Rules! The Evil Pea has escaped, and he wants to turn the supermarket into an icy kingdom where he will RULE! Can Supertato save the day?!
Meet Puppicorn, a magical, mini sausage dog who is sleeping soundly at Mrs Paws' Pet Shop while she waits for her new owner . . . Prince Theo! The sun has set in Twinkleton-Under-Beanstalk, and it's time for all the princes and princesses to attend the Starry Night Sleepover! But it's Prince Theo's first ever sleepover and he's not sure what to bring: Some snacks? Three pairs of shoes? A cactus?! Luckily Puppicorn is there to help him get ready, but what will happen when he forgets to pack one VERY important thing . . . From the creators of Pugicorn comes a sparkling tale about sharing and soothing first-sleepover worries that's paw-fect for reading at bedtime!
Peppa and Suzy want to dress up as the same magical creature for
Penny’s costume party. Suzy suggests they go as unicorns and Peppa
thinks they should go as mermaids. What will they decide to go as?
The ninth great Dog Man adventure from the worldwide bestselling author and artist Dav Pilkey - now available in an epic paperback edition. You'll howl with laughter! The Supa Buddies bamboozled the baddies, but all's not right in the world. Dog Man has a new problem to pound, and he's going to need his entire pack to help him. Will he go barking up the wrong tree? Dav Pilkey's wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages: Explores universally positive themes such as empathy, kindness, persistence and the importance of doing good Full colour pages throughout For fans of Captain Underpants, The Bad Guys and Mac B., Kid Spy
Meet Bunny, a little bunny with a big heart who spreads sparkly, springtime happiness around the forest! Bunny wakes up one more morning with a warm, sparkly feeling in her tummy. What could it be? Is she taller? Is she hungry? Maybe she's feeling happy! With the Spring Fair fast approaching, Bunny decides to spread the joy by helping her woodland friends. She makes decorations with Froggy, carries Mrs. Duck's baking supplies, and plants flowers with Mole. But her to-do list soon becomes too much to do! Will Bunny's friends help her when she needs it the most? A heartwarming story about friendship, community, teamwork and above all, sparkles!
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