It starts with an 'oops'

a 'look out'

and a 'crash'

then in walks Father Giant

with his quivering moustache....

When Father Giant's favourite china elephant is smashed, he wants to know who the culprit is. It's not Olive and her brother, Grub, so who did it?

A glorious and ambitious sequel to I Am the Seed That Grew the Tree - winner of Waterstones Children's Gift of the Year 2018 and Red Magazine's Children's Illustrated Book of the Year 2019, and described by Julia Donaldson as "An absolutely beautiful book." This lavishly illustrated gift book treasury of 366 animal poems - one for every day of the year - ranges from unforgettable classics to contemporary works from around the world, including poetry in translation. The spectacular range of poems for children includes work by Roger McGough, William Blake, Dick King-Smith, Ted Hughes, Grace Nichols, Lewis Carroll, Christina Rossetti, Emily Dickinson. Britta Teckentrup's breathtaking illustrations bring together all the richness and wonder of the animal kingdom, making this poetry anthology a perfect gift that will be treasured by generations. With sumptuous finishes including cloth binding, full colour illustrations throughout, textured paper jacket, ribbon marker, and head and tail bands. The perfect gift for any child or adult to treasure.

Kate Greenaway's 'Mother Goose Or The Old Nursery Rhymes' was originally published in 1881, it contains many nursery rhymes and tales together with her beautiful illustrations. Many of the earliest children's books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Pook Press are working to republish these classic works in affordable, high quality, colour editions, using the original text and artwork so these works can delight another generation of children. About the Illustrator: Kate Greenaway (1846-1901) was one of the earliest contributors to children's literature and, along with her contemporaries Walter Crane and Randolph Caldecott, was amongst the most influential illustrators in the development of children's colour picture books. Her collaboration in 1876 with Edmund Evans who reproduced her paintings using hand-engraved wood blocks brought her much popularity. She has enchanted people, young and old, for over one hundred years with her watercolour illustrations of sweet, charming eighteenth century children with their quaint costumes and idyllic scenes. In recognition of her lifetime work, the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals of Great Britain established an award in her name in 1955 and to receive the Kate Greenaway Medal today is considered the highest accolade a British illustrator can be given.

Celebrate the hope of Jesus and the true meaning of Easter with this basket-shaped board book of poems and prayers from DaySpring's Really Woolly series. Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will giggle along with this lovable sheep as they discover that the Easter story is full of joy, from baby ducklings and blooming flowers to knowing that Jesus is alive forever and ever! Curl up with your own little lamb and Really Woolly My First Easter to celebrate the hope and joy of the Easter season. This inspirational Easter board book for kids is a perfect Easter basket gift, Easter morning Sunday School story time, or spring family read-aloud. This book for ages 0 to 4 features A fun and functional Easter basket-shape with a handle and glittered cover An age-appropriate way to teach very young children how spring blessings of new life reflect the meaning of Jesus' resurrection A hidden Easter egg hunt in each illustration that will keep children coming back to make new discoveries Your favorite Really Woolly characters Bible verses, sweet rhymes, and simple prayers that reflect the delight of God's promises The Really Woolly (R) series from DaySpring (R) is known for sharing encouragement through the relationship the Shepherd has with His sheep. Look for additional inspirational children's books from the Really Woolly series: Really Woolly Easter Blessings Really Woolly Goodnight, God Really Woolly Christmas Blessings Really Woolly Bedtime Blessings Really Woolly I Love You, Little One Really Woolly 5-Minute Bedtime Treasury

Buffy & Huffy are the very best of friends, Right as far back as they can think when. Buffy is tidy ~ petite, strong & sweet, Huffy is messy ~ though she tries to be neat. Sharing a house wasn't always a plan, but Buffy's house was too big... (it once was her Gran's). Having it all to herself was all very well, but hearing funny things, she had no-one to tell. One Christmas, with a brainwave - what an idea! Bubbling with excitement, fizzed, "Huffy, move here! There's a lovely deep bath in which you can wallow." ...And so began their jolly jaunts, the first of which, here follows...

As expectation mounts on Christmas Eve, a boy hears sleigh bells ringing and looks out of the window in time to see Santa arrive. Santa comes down the chimney (this is a fun picture as the book is tall and thin) and delivers the presents while pretending he does not notice the boy watching. Off he rides with all his favourite reindeer, and it's time for Christmas to begin! Told in verse that's perfect to recite aloud with all the family gathered around, this poem has stood the test of time since it was first written almost 200 years ago.

TRY THIS AT HOME. Poems to inspire young readers.

From Eileen Spinelli's many goodbyes to summer at the shore, to Avis Harley's catalog of ways to say hello across the globe, to a close look at the birds and animals outside Valiska Gregory's window in winter...Georgia Heard has collected list poems from contemporary poets. Each list is gathered with a poet's eye - carefully selected details beautifully presented - so that readers see the extraordinary in the ordinary. And so readers are encouraged to be writers. The simplicity of each poem and Georgia Heard's introduction will inspire young poets to write their own.

Nurture a love of books and reading with this sturdy boxed set of 16 classic Beginner Books and Bright & Early Books-the ULTIMATE gift for Dr. Seuss fans and the perfect way to start a child's library! Make an impression. Share the joy of reading-and of Dr. Seuss-with a young child and start them on the adventure of a lifetime! This complete collection of easy readers written and illustrated by Dr. Seuss makes the perfect gift for baby showers, birthday celebrations, and happy occasions of all kinds. Featuring all the Beginner Books and Bright & Early Books written and illustrated by Dr. Seuss in a sturdy slip-case, it's ideal for kids just learning how to read-AND for reading aloud to babies and toddlers! Books in this set include: The Cat in the Hat; The Cat in the Hat Comes Back; Dr. Seuss's ABC; The Foot Book; Fox in Socks; Green Eggs and Ham; Hop on Pop; I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!; Marvin K. Mooney Will You Please Go Now!; Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You?; Oh, the Thinks You Can Think!; Oh, Say Can You Say?; One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish; The Shape of Me and Other Stuff; There's a Wocket in My Pocket!; and What Pet Should I Get? Originally created by Dr. Seuss himself, Beginner Books are hardcover early readers that encourage children to read on their own, using simple words and illustrations that give clues to their meaning. They are ideal for early and practicing readers ages 3-7. The Bright & Early Book series is an off-shoot of Beginner Books. Bright & Early Books use fewer words and are written for beginning beginner readers. They are ideal for children ages 2-5.

This collection of poems is ideal for the primary classroom as it covers seasonal topics such as Harvest, Halloween, Guy Fawkes Night, Christmas, Pancake Day, Easter and many others. There are also poems about the weather and about a variety of creatures which could be used to support the curriculum. Most of them have already been enjoyed by Eleanor McLeod's discerning young pupils. Using poems such as these as a starting point for learning can be fun and informative.Eleanor McLeod is from Swansea, Wales and it was when she began her Primary School teaching career in 1966 that she started writing poems for her pupils. When she decided to change direction and become a professional actress she continued to write poems, stories and dramatic monologues. In 1984 after the birth of her son, she returned to the classroom where all the old favourites and many new ones were tried and enjoyed once again.As a teacher of the LAMDA Speech and Drama syllabus and a member of the LAMDA Examining board and a adjudicator for the British and International Federation of Festivals she realises how welcome and useful a collection of poems like this will be to teachers and performers.