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?

A delightful rhyming picture book, perfect for any little dragon who is feeling poorly. This soothing addition to the When a Dragon . . . series by award-winning creators Caryl Hart and Rosalind Beardshaw is full of recognisable pre-school behaviour. When a dragon feels too ill to play, will she rest and try not to scratch her itchy spots? Or will she stamp her feet, throw her toys and shout? It's going to be hard to behave herself . . . she is a dragon after all! Caryl Hart is the author of numerous books and series including The Princess and the . . . series and How to Grow a Dinosaur. She has won many awards, including the Teach Early Years Award 2022 for The Girl Who Planted Trees, which was also chosen as one of the best books of 2022 by Waterstones Children's Laureate, Joseph Coelho. Her book Meet the Oceans was also chosen by Waterstones as one of the Best Books of 2021. Rosalind Beardshaw is the illustrator of My Pet Star by Corrinne Averiss, which won the Sainsbury's Book Award. She also won the Sheffield Baby Book Award for Box, written by Min Flyte. Perfect for helping pre-schoolers through their trickiest moments with warmth and humour, When A Dragon Isn't Well is a reassuring story about friends and family helping little ones feel better when they are ill.

Kerneels is ’n agtjarige seuntjie met kortgeskeerde hare en ’n stukkende groottoon. Sy ma is ’n skoonmaakster by ’n winkelsentrum, en wanneer sy nagskof werk, moet Kerneels saamgaan. Hy trek dan sy pajamas onder sy klere aan, en sy ma maak vir hom ’n bed in die stoorkamer waar die skoonmaakgoed gebêre word. Dis vir Kerneels baie lekkerder by die winkelsentrum as by die huis. Hy kuier met oom Sol, die veiligheidswag, wat elke aand sy toebroodjies en frikkadelle met Kerneels deel, en hom leer van die Aandster en die Melkweg, Orion en die Skerpioen. Maar Kerneels wil weet of mens engele sal sien as jy in ’n regte vuurpyl na die sterre toe gaan, en op Oukersaand wil hy hê oom Sol moet die Betlehemster uitwys. “Ek dink hy het verskiet en in miljoene stukkies opgebreek,” sê oom Sol. “Elke stukkie het iewers in iemand se hart vasgesteek en help ons om mekaar lief te hê.”

Celebrate fifteen years of this funny and fabulous rhyming picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog. The smallest fish can tell the tallest tales ... '"Sorry I'm late, Miss. I set off really early But on the way to school I was captured by a squid. I wriggled and I struggled till a turtle came and rescued me." "Oh, no, he didn't." "OH, YES, HE DID."' Tiddler is a little fish with a BIG imagination! Every day he tells a tall tale. But did he really ride a seahorse? Did he really meet a mermaid? And who will believe him when he really does get captured in a net? Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlers The fabulously funny bestseller which includes exclusive bonus material - a letter from the author and sketches from the illustrator Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot The ideal gift for children starting school From the creators of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog, which have all been made into animated films The Smeds and the Smoos will air on the BBC at Christmas 2022 New for September 2022 - look out for The Baddies, the wickedly funny new picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

Die groot dag van die genadelose veldslag het aangebreek! Maar voordat die ridder Buik-op-den-Bodem kan vertrek, moet hierdie slak blitsvinnig ’n paar dinge afhandel. Hy moet ontbyt eet, sy Facebook-blad bywerk, sy vrou en kinders vaarwel soen, ’n prinses red, ’n potjie skaak met ’n ou vriend speel … Die humor van Gilles Bachelet betower met hierdie vredeliewende fabel, wat met heerlike verwysings na die alledaagse lewe wys wat regtig belangrik is en wat eerder tot more kan wag.

Haas Das, die geliefde nuusleser van Diereland, en sy assistent, Piet Muis, is terug met Diereland se manewales in hierdie veelkleurige leesboeke. In hierdie uitsending vind die opwindende stoeigeveg tussen die Gemaskerde Wonder en Kongo Kangaroe plaas, maar die diere moet ook vlug vir 'n gevaarlike veldbrand in Diereland. Die gewilde Haas Das- stories word opnuut uitgebeeld deur Vian Oelofsen se pragtige illustrasies.

Lek gou aan 'n suurlemoen en kyk hoe lyk jy in die spieel. So suur soos wat jou gesig nou lyk, so lyk die broers Harry en Huibert Suur s'n altyd. En hulle hou boonop daarvan! Suig gou aan ’n suikerklontjie en lees wat gebeur wanneer Harry en Huibert op ’n dag ’n kaartjie in die pos kry wat hulle rustige lewe omkeer.

The Dinky Donkey - the bestselling follow-up to the international hit picture book, The Wonky Donkey - is now available as a chunky board book. The perfect gift! The Wonky Donkey has a daughter in this hilarious picture book sequel to the runaway hit. Wonky Donkey had a child, it was a little girl. Hee Haw! Readers will love the antics of this stinky punky plinky-plonky winky-tinky pinky funky blinky dinky donkey! Chunky board book edition of the bestselling picture book A fantastic gift for newborns and young children THE WONKY DONKEY FAMILY - COLLECT THEM ALL The Wonky Donkey Picture book paperback Picture book and CD Board book Mini book and cuddly toy set Sound book eBook The Dinky Donkey Picture book paperback Board book Mini book and cuddly toy set eBook The Grinny Granny Donkey Picture book paperback Board book Mini book and cuddly toy set eBook COMING SOON: Wonky Donkey's Big Surprise Picture book paperback eBook

'A cracker of a book' FT The heartwarming modern classic from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog - perfect for sharing at Christmas. 'Stick Man lives in the family tree With his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three.' But it's dangerous being a Stick Man. A dog wants to play with him, a swan builds her nest with him. He even ends up on a fire! Will he ever get back to the family tree in time for Christmas? Perhaps Santa can help... A modern classic picture book about family, courage and adventure from the UK's number one picture book author and illustrator This magical story is accompanied by a fun-filled audio CD: includes full story with music, the Stick Man Song (plus instrumental version) and a readalong version of the story with musical page turns. Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot This perfect gift book is a journey through the seasons with a gloriously festive Christmas Eve ending From the creators of The Gruffalo, Superworm and Zog, which have all been made into animated films Stick Man has been adapted into a popular animated film starring voices from Martin Freeman (Stick Man), Jennifer Saunders (Narrator), Sally Hawkins (Stick Lady), Russell Tovey (Dog) and Hugh Bonneville (Santa) The Smeds and the Smoos is on BBC One at Christmas 2022 with voice artists including Bill Bailey (comedian and Strictly winner), Adjoa Andoh (Bridgerton), Sally Hawkins (Paddington movies) and Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey). Look out for The Baddies the wickedly funny new picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Bea is REALLY looking forward to her birthday . until things begin to go wrong. A book about managing disappointment, from the bestselling author of the Big Bright Feelings series. Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. Bea CAN'T WAIT for her birthday. There are only three days to go, and everything is going to be PERFECT! Then snow begins to block the roads . and everything begins to go wrong. With no party, no cards, and maybe even no cake, can Bea find a way to be OK - even in the middle of a really BAD day? This reassuring and funny book is the perfect springboard for talking to children about setting expectations and finding balance amidst disappointment. Tom Percival's Big Bright Feelings series is the ideal starting point for discussions about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, building self-confidence and managing feelings. Every child's bookshelf should contain his books.

Winnie-the-Pooh can travel with you wherever you go with this mini pocket library containing six sweet books! The Winnie-the-Pooh Little Learners Pocket Library is the perfect way to introduce toddlers to early learning concepts. Young Pooh fans will love learning with Winnie-the-Pooh. This little slipcase contains six sturdy board books each based on a different early learning theme: Colours Words Numbers Emotions Shapes Opposites The Little Learners Pocket Library has bright appealing images of Pooh and friends with simple text. Young children will enjoy holding the books, turning the pages and pointing to the images. The small size of the slipcase and board books means it's perfect for carrying in a bag or buggy, so it can be enjoyed by children wherever they go. This Pocket Library is eco-friendly as it doesn't have plastic shrinkwrap on it. Instead, the cardboard slipcase has a flap that goes around the book spines and is held closed by a small sticker. The Little Learners Pocket Library helps the youngest Pooh fans learn about early concepts. Also collect the Winnie-the-Pooh Pocket Library that features books about Pooh and his friends, the perfect companion title for toddlers. A.A.Milne's classic children's stories - featuring Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin 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. Whether you're 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

Al die geluide in die woud is vir Tier vreeslik opwindend. Saam met sy vriende (pronkende Pou, verstrooide Renoster en trompetterende Olifant) soek hy na 'n antwoord op die opwindendste vraag van almal: Wie is die koning van die woud?

Leonard hou van honde. Hy weet alles oor hulle. Hy ken al die soorte en weet of hulle spits ore of slap ore het. Wanneer Leonard se: “Dis nie ’n worshond nie!”, dan is dit ook nie een nie. Natuurlik weet Leonard ook dat hulle almal skerp tande het. En dit is ’n probleem. Maar wat sal gebeur as Leonard op ’n dag wakker word en self ’n hond is?

Antoine de Saint-Exupery's tender and magical classic fable, adapted for picture book readers for the very first time! Please - draw me a sheep. I blinked. The voice belonged to a charming little prince. The characters of Antoine de Saint-Exupery's classic tale have captured the hearts of generations of readers. Meet the pilot stranded in the desert. Meet the Little Prince who tends his beautiful rose on a planet of his own. Follow him as he embarks on a strange and wonderful journey to puzzling new planets and finally to Earth, where he discovers the nature of love. 'Will enchant little ones' - The Times 'Brilliant and beautiful' - The Scotsman Adapted by award-winning poet Louise Greig, author of the Greenaway-medal-nominated Sweep and The Night Box, with enchanting new artwork from the critically acclaimed illustrator of The Velveteen Rabbit and Star in the Jar.

Stian se sussie en boetie lag vir Oupa Olivier omdat hy so vergeetagtig is, maar Stian gee nie om nie. Hy help liewer sy oupa onthou. Eendag besluit Stian dat hy en Oupa Oliver dieretuin toe moet gaan. Hulle het so lekker rondgeloop, dat nie een van hulle twe later kon onthou waar die uitgang is nie...

In hierdie unieke boek bring die baasverteller Henri van Daele 'n besondere versameling sprokies bymekaar. Die sprokies kom uit die verskillende lande waaruit die ses koninginne van Belgie afkomstig was of is. Sowel bekende as minder bekende verhale en legendes word hier oorvertel. Henri van Daele het dit geskryf vir prinses Elisabeth van Belgie wat in 2001 gebore is. Maar dit is ook vir alle kinders wat daarvan hou om na sprokies te luister of om dit self te lees. Met ’n voorwoord deur Haar Koninklike Hoogheid Prinses Mathilde van Belgie. Agterin die boek is daar afbeeldings van die ses Belgiese koninginne sedert 1832.

Kammaland is 'n pragtige kinderboek met stories en pragtige illustrasies vir kinders uit die verhaleskat van Helena J.F. Lochner.

Dit is lekkerleesstories vir voorlees en selflees deur kinders in Graad 3 en hoêr.