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.

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.

Count down to Christmas with this advent calendar collection of twenty-four mini activity, puzzle and game books, based on the bestselling picture books by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Enjoy a book every day with this fantastic festive collection, including colouring, drawing and activity books based on the family-favourite picture books, The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale and more. Plus lots of family fun with games and quizzes to enjoy together. With twenty-four mini books collected together in a beautiful hardback presentation case with tie ribbon, The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar Book Collection is perfect for sharing together every day of advent.

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!

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.

Sello is feeling sad after his best friend moves away. He also feels sad when his dog dies and when he is bullied at school.

But with Mama’s help, he learns that crying is nothing to be ashamed of. Sello starts to feel stronger and less alone when, thanks to his uncle, he discovers a new hobby.

This sweet story about a sad little lion teaches children that every emotion is valid, and that difficult situations can help us to find our inner strength.

Also available in Afrikaans as Diere maniere: Simon staan sy man.

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.

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.

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?

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?

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.

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.

Hoe voel dit om aan ‘n walvis te wikkel? Lig die flappies en dalk  vind jy uit …

Dié plesierige pretboek is vol diere waaraan jy kan voel en vat, met ‘n groot verrassing aan die einde!

Hoe voel dit om ‘n tier te kielie? Lig die flappies en dalkvind jy uit …

Dié plesierige pretboek is vol diere waaraan jy kan voel en vat, met ‘n groot verrassing aan die einde!

Gugu is nervous about her first day at a new school. But a kind gesture, a shared lunch and a rescued bird help her classmates see what a great friend she can be.

Join in Gugu’s journey, as she goes from feeling anxious to showing kindness and being welcomed.

This sweet story about a kind little zebra teaches children that every emotion is valid, and that we can show empathy and respect in all situations.

Also available in Afrikaans as Diere maniere: Katryn kry `n ster.

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.

A moving celebration of the power of books and reading from bestselling author and illustrator, Tom Percival, creator of Ruby's Worry. Mia feels alone; so alone that it's as if she lives on a small island, far out to sea. But then one day, Mia is given a book - the first she has ever been able to call her own. As Mia reads the book, bridges appear and her island fills with colour and life. And the more Mia reads, the stronger the bridges become, opening up a world of connection and hope... Because a book can take you anywhere...

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? This heartwarming, irresistible debut picture book from author Lu Fraser, with gorgeous illustrations from highly-acclaimed illustrator Kate Hindley was the winner of the Oscar's Book Prize 2021 and of both Book of the Year and Best Picture Book at the Sainsbury 's Children's Book Awards 2021. It's now available as a perfectly small board book.Also by Lu Fraser and Kate Hindley:The Littlest Yak: The New Arrival The Littlest Yak: Home is where the Herd Is

’n Wondermooi prenteboek net 'n ontroerende storie oor 'n dogtertjie se besonderse verhouding met haar ouma. Martie is ’n ongeduldige, woelige kind. Alles moet sommer dadelik gebeur. Nou! Dadelik! Haar ouma is net soos sy en die twee verstaan mekaar goed. Op ’n dag word Ouma siek en sy kan haar woorde nie meer vind nie. Die grootmense behandel die siek vrou asof sy ’n kind is, maar vir Martie is sy steeds die kragtige, pragtige ouma wat net sy verstaan.

A funny and touching story about friendship and celebrating individuality.

Theo can't wait to get his very own dog. But when Geoff arrives, Theo is confused... Geoff doesn't play fetch, chase squirrels or do any normal doggy things. He likes painting and making smoothies!

When Theo has to introduce Geoff to his friends, he's SO embarrassed. Why can't Geoff be like other dogs? But maybe, just maybe, Theo will discover that accepting your friends just as they are is MUCH more important than being normal. After all, why be normal... when you can be yourself?

From talented author-illustrator Ged Adamson, whose previous titles include The Elephant Detectives and Douglas, You Need Glasses. Ged is also part of the hilarious duo behind the This is NOT a... series with author Barry Timms. This is NOT a Unicorn won the Stockport Children's Book Award in 2022.

Will Theo discover that accepting your friends as they are is more important than being normal?