A father takes his two children on a thrilling out-of-this-world adventure into space and invites them to look back at Earth and the conflicts that have taken place since the beginning of time. This becomes a brief history of the world and a whistle-stop guide to the universe, all rolled into one - and told with Oliver Jeffers's inimitable perspective, wit and exquisite artwork.

Meanwhile Back on Earth gives a unique look at life on Earth with a cosmic perspective - and an enduring message that what binds us together matters more than what sets us apart.

A timely story for families everywhere.

Afrikaanse kinders word al geslagte lank vermaak deur die skelmstreke van Jakkals en Wolf. Jakkals probeer Wolf om elke hoek en draai ’n streep trek, tog is hulle beste maats.

Beleef die opwindende avonture van hierdie twee geliefde skarminkels opnuut en lag saam oor dié twee se skreeusnaakse avonture.

Hierdie bundel sluit ses pragtig geillustreerde stories in:

• Jakkals en Wolf steel botter
• Jakkals en Wolf pas Tier se kinders op
• Jakkals en Wolf vang vis
• Jakkals en Wolf kerjakker in Boer se kraal
• Jakkals en Wolf en die rondekop dier
• Wolf kry lus om skaapsklere te dra

Everyone in this family looks different. Dad is tall and dark. Mum has light brown hair with green eyes. Some of the children have straight hair; others have curls. People regard them curiously until, one day, one of the children musters the courage to speak up proudly about her identity after she learns where she comes from and why she looks different.

This rhyming picture book is about the identity crises many children face when they look different from their family members. The book takes children through the unique and often untold history of South Africa, explaining how a mixed-race heritage can contribute to their physical differences and yet they can still be part of one family.

This book can also be used by educators or parents who wish to teach their children about diversity.

An adorable story about resilience and self-belief.

Basil the bat doesn’t believe he can fly. No matter how hard he tries, he just can’t do it. But when a thundering storm threatens the safety of his beloved friend, Moth, will Basil find his wings and believe in the bat he CAN be?

A touching tale of friendship and bravery, perfect for having conversations about fears, resilience and self-confidence with little ones.

Join the PAW Patrol for pup-tacular tales of rescue, friendship and adventure in this stunning collection of stories for children.

Join the team for an exciting pirate treasure hunt, a daring kitty rescue, a day with dinosaurs, and more fun-filled tales. PAWsitively beautiful illustrations bring the furry friends to life as they take on heroic missions.

Perfect for bedtime or anytime, fans can enjoy the stories again and again.

This charming collection includes:

• Itty-Bitty Kitty Rescue
• Puppy Birthday to You!
• Pirate Pups!
• All-Star Pups!
• Jurassic Bark!
• Save the School Bus!
• Adventures with Grandpa!

What is a Springbok without his spring? Just a ... bok?

When poor Springbok loses his spring, it is up to his friends to help him find it again - with hilarious consequences.

A humorous and touching story about recognising what makes you special, and the power of friendship.

Discover the pooptastic world of Dino and Danny, from bestselling authors Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter! When playtime on Gran's old swing sends Danny and Dinosaur accidentally looping back through time to the Jurassic age, there's no knowing what might happen. Especially when the swing breaks and there's the rumble of a volcano ready to erupt! Can Danny and Dinosaur make it back to the future with their new dino friends? A Jurassic classic from the bestselling creators of The Dinosaur that Pooped a Planet!, The Dinosaur That Pooped Christmas! and The Dinosaur that Pooped a Princess!

Chloe is feeling angry today. With an annoying big brother and teasing classmates, she can’t help feeling angry.

But with her teacher’s guidance, she paints a beautiful mural that brightens both the school wall and her mood.

This sweet story about a feisty little meerkat teaches children that every emotion is valid, and what matters most is how we respond to what we feel.

Also available in Afrikaans as Diere maniere: Miekie maak haar merk.

Liam is afraid of the dark and strange noises. When he has to say no to his friends who want to go on a scary ride at the fair he feels embarrassed. But with some wisdom and guidance from his dad, Liam learns that saying no can be very brave. This sweet story about a scared little elephant teaches children that every emotion is valid, and that courage looks different for each of us. Also available in Afrikaans as Diere maniere: Lukas laat sy lig skyn.

Almal van Menseland is verheug om Haas Das, die geliefde nuusleser van Diereland, en sy assistent, Piet Muis, en hulle manewales weer te geniet in hierdie veelkleurige leesboeke. In hierdie uitsending raak Boeboe die bobbejaantjie vermis en almal is bekommerd, want Hoohoeff Hienia is in die omtrek. Die gewilde Haas Das-stories word opnuut uitgebeeld deur Vian Oelofsen se pragtige illustrasies.

Read the following five stories in this value for money book:

• I see a lion
• I see a buffalo
• I see a leopard
• I see a rhinoceros
• I see an elephant

Hierdie is ’n boek oor feetjies. Daar is net een probleem … om elke hoek en draai kruip monsters weg wat lawwe poetse bak. Is daar ooit enige feetjies in hierdie boek?

A touching picture book about resilience, identity, and familial love. Every morning when Ta’mkhulu helps Zinzo to shine his shoes, he reminds him that he has big shoes to fill. Zinzo wants to make his dads proud, even though they live far away in the city. His grandfather sets a great example by being kind and caring to everyone in the village. But when the children at school learn about Zinzo’s unconventional family they are not kind to him at all. Can Zinzo show them that being different is nothing to be afraid of? Big Shoes to Fill is a proudly South African book that encourages acceptance, understanding and kindness towards the LBGTQI+ community. This picture book is not only a tribute to the unbreakable bonds of family but also a celebration of the courage to stand tall in one’s own shoes. Also available in isiXhosa, isiZulu and Afrikaans.

Almal van Menseland is verheug om Haas Das, die geliefde nuusleser van Diereland, en sy assistent, Piet Muis, en hulle manewales weer te geniet in hierdie veelkleurige leesboeke. In hierdie episode vind die groot wedloop tussen Hasie Kwassie en Skillie Skilpad plaas! Wie gaan wen? Die gewilde Haas Das-stories word opnuut uitgebeeld deur Vian Oelofsen se pragtige illustrasies.

Spring, summer, autumn or winter - the intrepid Weather Girls are ready for whatever the seasons might bring! Join them as they stomp through autumn leaves, enjoy a summer swim, explore the lush green forests and climb a snowy mountain. There is so much to experience and discover when you jump up and step outside with this lively group of friends.

Get inspired and get active with this stylish book all about the magic of the seasons, the wonders of the outside world and the fun you can have with good friends. The Weather Girls is a charming, rhyming story with striking illustrations and additional nature facts, from illustrator Aki.

High in the mountains where few people go, water is springing, beginning to flow.

Join the river on a magical journey and uncover fascinating secrets hidden within its waters along the way.

This latest story by award-winning children’s book author Emily House is enriched with fun facts from a true river expert, aquatic ecologist Dr. Liz Day.

This is a book about fairies. There’s only one problem … there are monsters hiding around every corner, just waiting to pull all sorts of silly pranks. Are there even any fairies in this book?

Patat slaap elke aand styf teen Mamma in die berg. Vroegoggend begin die hele trop bobbejane kos soek. Partykeer is daar nie genoeg kos in die berg en op die strand nie. Dan moet hulle dorp toe gaan. ’n Kwaai man wil vir Patat en Mamma uit ’n lukwartboom jaag. Maar die vrou en dogtertjie wat daar woon, gee nie om dat hulle kom kuier het nie. Patat weet nou hulle het vriende in die dorp.

Druppel baljaar saam met Mamma in die vlak water. Die dolfyntjie raak vriende met Leila, ’n dogtertjie wat saam met haar pa op ’n branderplank ry. Van toe af speel hulle elke oggend tog te lekker saam. Een vreeslike oggend draai daar plastiek om Druppel en Mamma, en hulle spoel op die strand uit. Leila kry hulle daar. Sy en haar pa doen alles wat hulle kan om hulle nuwe vriende te red.

Bobs the puppy LOVES adventuring in the hillside until, one day . . . he gets a painful thorn stuck in his paw!

Luckily, a tiny pixie comes to his rescue, only to leave as quickly as she came. Life goes on and seasons change, but when Pixie needs help, will Bobs be there for her too?

From one of the world's best-loved storytellers, comes this cosy and heartfelt tale about the big friendships that grow from the smallest acts of kindness.

Danser bly saam met sy familie in die vlei. Die perde loop wild rond en is baie skaam. ’n Fotograaf neem foto’s van hulle vir ’n kalender. Die mense hou baie daarvan. Eendag bring die fotograaf ’n seuntjie in ’n rolstoel saam. Danser vergeet om skaam te wees. Hy doen allerhande lawwe dinge om die seuntjie te laat glimlag. Dit word ’n baie spesiale dag en die seuntjie belowe om weer te kom kuier.

Whisper lives in a circus. Even though she's just a cub, the lion tamer already starts teaching her tricks. Whisper's heart is sore. She doesn't want to do tricks like Mama and be in a cage. Mama tells Whisper that they come from Africa and were born to be free. They are rescued from the circus and taken to South Africa. There they are free to climb trees and roll in the grass.

Pickle sleeps tightly against Mama every night in the mountain. Early every morning, the whole troop of baboons start searching for food. Sometimes there isn't enough food in the mountain and on the beach. Then they have to go to the village. A mean man wants to chase Pickle and Mom out of a marula tree. But the woman and little girl who live there don't mind that they came to visit. Pickle now knows they have friends in the village.

Smiley plays with Mom in the shallow water. That day the little dolphin becomes friends with Leila, a girl who rides a surfboard with her dad. From then on, they play together every morning, having a great time. One terrible morning, there is plastic wrapped around Smiley and Mom, and they wash up on the beach. Leila finds them there. She and her dad do everything they can to save their new friends.