The Ready Bears books - for wee people and aliens! Jake, a grizzly bear, is returning home to America. Playing against a team of bison will the Bears be good enough? .... and how does Jake overcome his bear cub fear of grouts?

'Guessing who's next on the page; captures any imagination' a Dedicated to my Four Beautiful Girls'

An Unexpected Thing is a beautifully illustrated, touching children's picture book about facing fears, dealing with anxiety and learning to explore the world. Fred is afraid. Of everything. He spends his days jumping at loud noises, recoiling from scary shadows and hiding from new people. So you can imagine how he felt when a huge, menacing spot appears as if from nowhere. Too terrified to do anything else, Fred hides away from the spot and imagines all the awful things it could be... Luckily, Coco isn't afraid of anything! She loves exploring new things and sees the best in every new experience that comes her way. When Coco sees the spot she knows that it must be something wonderful. And she's going to find out what it is. And this time, Fred is going to come with her and face his fears once and for all. This is a story of different perspectives, overcoming those feelings of worry and uneasiness, facing your fears and finding out that the world isn't such a bad place afterall of all if you're ready to explore.

A hilarious story of everyone’s favourite bear, Paddington – now a major movie star!

When Paddington visits the Tower of London he makes sure he has enough marmalade sandwiches to sustain him – a whole suitcase in fact!

Unfortunately, it is not only bears who like sandwiches as Paddington is soon to discover…

Happy families come in many shapes and sizes. Molly's includes Momma Zo, Mommy Kel, George, and Ziggy the dog. Whether they are taking trips to the beach or staying at home crafting, life is always busy with lots to do! An empowering story of a family that helps to support one another through happy and challenging times, helping each other to feel confident and comfortable in who they truly are. Illustrated by Tara O'Brien

The second book in the fabulously funny - and hugely farty - A Very Fiery Fairy Tale series. Perfect for fans of The Dinosaur that Pooped. Sir Wayne and Dragon are back! And on yet another adventure to get Dragon's flame round the right way... Luckily Wayne knows JUST what to do BUT! Is doing everything in reverse ALL day long really a good idea? And when the start to dress as each other, swapping EVERYTHING round, what on earth might happen?! Our story begins with a knight on the town, Sir Wayne seemed happy, but Dragon was down. "It's just so unfair," he said to his friend. "Each time I breathe fire it comes out the wrong end!" A hilariously anarchic picture book, with a truly explosive ending! From the hugely exciting new picture book talent, Beach. Look out for The Dragon with the Blazing Bottom - out now!

Half a million Dog Man book sold in the UK! The eighth book in the Dog Man graphic novel series now available in paperback. Petey the Cat is out of jail, and he has a brand-new lease on life. While Petey's reevaluated what matters most, Li'l Petey is struggling to find the good in the world. Can Petey and Dog Man stop fighting like cats and dogs long enough to put their paws together and work as a team? They need each other now more than ever -- Li'l Petey (and the world) is counting on them! Dav Pilkey's wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including: empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being true to one's self. Full colour pages throughout.

"Roger McGough's witty text offers many weird and wonderful explanations ... Chris Riddell's artwork makes the whole an imaginative feast" - Bookseller Runner-up for the English Association 4-11 Award for the Best Children's Picture Book. Nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal. From the minds of the former Children's Laureate Chris Ridell, and award-winning fellow of the Royal Society of Literature Roger McGough, comes a fun-filled book about how things work. Have you ever wondered how a toaster works? Or a fridge-freezer, or a washing-up machine? In this fun-filled book of how things work, Dudley, the techno-wizard dog, provides the answers. Roger McGough's delightfully ingenious text and Chris Riddell's striking illustrations take children from the furthest realms of fantasy into the fascinating world of technology to discover the workings of familiar machines, making it an exciting book which will delight again and again. At first, it describes how a child thinks things work... (gnomes in the toaster) and then Dudley tells you how the various household appliances really work. Includes all the appliances a curious child would be interested in: the dishwasher, the fridge-freezer and more. A funny, imaginative 'how things work' book for ages 4-7.

Lank gelede was daar ’n pragtige meisie. Sy het in ’n huis saam met haar stiefma en haar twee stiefsusters gebly. Sy moes die huis skoonmaak, en hulle het haar Aspoestertjie genoem. Die prins van hulle land het ’n groot partytjie gehou. Hy wou trou en het al die jong meisies na die dans genooi. “Ai, ek wens ek kan ook na die dans toe gaan,” het sy gesug. Hierdie titel is deel van 'n heerlike reeks eenvoudige voorlees-stories.

Once there was a lighthouse keeper called Mr. Grinling. At night time he lived in a small white cottage perched high on the cliffs, and in the daytime he rowed out to his lighthouse to clean and polish the light. A fancy dress party is being held to celebrate the lighthouse's 200th birthday, and the Grinlings are determined to dress up as pirates. But when a real crew of pirates appear, the Grinlings get a big surprise! Are the scurvy pirates all they seem - or is something fishy going on? The first Lighthouse Keeper story, THE LIGHTHOUSE KEEPER'S LUNCH, was published over thirty years ago and his adventures have been loved by children ever since. It is now a modern picture book classic.

After a big sleep, it's time for Zeki to wake up! His eyes, ears, mouth & nose, head, shoulders, knees & toes shimmy, shake and bounce into action. By the last spread, he's ready for anything! An energetic companion to Zeki Sleep Tight, this is a perfect way to start the day.

Emmy and Birch go on an adventure to take to the sky with this Young Reader book, the only official levelled reader series based on Minecraft, the world's best-selling video game! Minecraft is the best-selling video game of all time! And now learning to read has never been more fun for fans ages 4 to 7. They'll get a great introduction to the game through the adventures of two young players, Emmy and Birch-and their tame wolf Byte-who are new to the world of Minecraft but always ready to explore. This time, Birch wants to go flying more than anything. Emmy has an idea for getting the right materials but it is going to be an incredible journey. Look for these other great Minecraft titles: * Mobs in the Overworld! (Minecraft) 9780755500444 * Survival Mode! (Minecraft) 9780755500451 * Escape From the Nether (Minecraft) 9780755500468

Theres An Alien In The Hospital. Shhh! An alien has landed, only Dan knows. The alien, Zoggy, falls into the swimming pool with a splash, but the water makes his computer crash. The earth people think he looks quite sick and send him to hospital very quick. The doctors are baffled. No pulse, no heart rate. Is this creature from another place? Or is he from outer space? Oh No! It could be an ALIEN INVASION!

Theres An Alien In The Park. 5 4 3 2 1 ZOOM! In his dreams, Dans toy alien comes alive. Together, they lift off in his super spacecraft and travel to an Earth park with Zack, Dans dog. For the alien, there are many interesting things to observe in the park and a few things that make him feel a bit scared. Most of all, he learns how important it is to have a faithful friend by your side. A fun story to read with children.

Theres An Alien In A Ferrari. 5 4 3 2 1 ZOOM! In a dream, Dans toy alien comes alive. Together, they lift off in his super spacecraft and travel to a car show room. When Zoggy sees the fast cars, he wants to drive one too. But Zoggy has a few things to learn about life on earth. He soon learns that if you disobey earth rules, you will get into a lot of trouble. Nee Naw! Nee Naw! A fun story to read with children.

Theres An Alien In The Wood. 5 4 3 2 1 ZOOM! In his dream, Zoggys toy alien comes alive. Together, they lift off in a super spacecraft and travel to a wood for a picnic. When the alien cant find a space to park his spacecraft, he takes off again alone, but air traffic control mistake him for a UFO. He has to make an emergency landing. The little alien gets lost on earth and he feels very lonely. But, he meets some new friends who kindly help him find his way back to Dan. A fun story to read with children.

Theres An Alien At The Seaside. 5 4 3 2 1 ZOOM! In his dreams, Dans toy alien, Zoggy, comes alive. Together, they lift of in a super space craft and travel to the seaside. But, Zoggy has a few things to learn about life on Earth. When the tide comes in quickly, he learns that it is crucial to stay safe by the sea. A fun story to read with children.

Theres An Alien At The Fun Fair. 5 4 3 2 1. ZOOM! In his dream, Dans toy alien comes alive. Together, they lift off in his super space craft and travel to a fun fair. Zoggy runs round trying everything, but he has to learn a few lessons about life on earth. Sometimes, you just have to be patient and wait your turn. A fun story to read with children.

Theres An Alien At The Zoo. An alien has landed and he visits the zoo. The alien is fascinated to see so many species of Earth animals. He wants to get up close and meet them. The alien goes into the lion cage. He is not worried that they might get in an awful rage. Does the angry zoo keeper feel differently? A fun story to read with your children.