Ever wondered why there are so many books about bears? Discover the grizzly truth in this bear-all account. Bears are tired. Sick and tired. And just when they are in the middle of something really good - like sleeping, snoozing or napping - they have to stop what they are doing and get up and be part of a story. Every story. Well, the bears have had enough. They are going on strike. This hilarious book looks at some alternatives for all the parts bears play in stories. But what sort of animal could be... juuuuuust right?

Pat-a-Cake," "Simple Simon," "Rock-a-bye, Baby: " these and the many other rhymes that make up "Mother Goose" have become almost as much a staple of child-rearing as the rattle and the bottle. Little ones love its mix of lullabies and limericks, humor and sing-song verse, and they learn from it too. Gyo Fujikawa brought her inimitable style to this version, which features a mix of enchanting line drawings and warm color pictures. Adorable mice, led by a duck in uniform, man the boat in "I Saw a Ship a-Sailing." A multicultural group of children circle round "The Mulberry Bush." And "The Three Kittens" have never been cuter. Fujikawa has succeeded in creating a truly magical world for kids to enter.

This bestselling classic featuring a berry-loving boy and an endearing rhyme-spouting bear is now available as a padded board book! The fun wordplay and bright paintings with lots of details for young readers to explore make Jamberry a perennial favorite. A small boy and a big friendly bear embark on a berry-picking extravaganza, looking for blueberries, blackberries, and strawberries. Their fun adventure comes to a razzamatazz finale under a starberry sky. From author-illustrator Bruce Degen, Jamberry is now available in padded board book with a soft, padded cover and rounded edges, perfect to share with the smallest readers. "With delightful, rich illustrations and zany wordplay, Jamberry is a must have book for any family with young children," according to Children's Books Guide.

Lift-the-Flap Fairy Tales: Goldilocks is a fresh, modern and wonderfully witty take on the much-loved story, retold in a playful rhyme and accompanied by bright and funny illustrations. Flaps to lift on every page bring to life the classic story of Goldilocks and her encounter with the Three Bears. Open the door to the bears' house in the woods, see Goldilocks eat their porridge, and watch her leap out of Baby Bear's bed and run away home! Featuring a free audio reading, complete with music and sound effects! Just scan the QR code on the book with your smart device to hear the story. With this bonus audio feature, you can listen to the story wherever you are, and follow along with the book by turning the pages when you hear the chime.

A rollicking, rhyming read-aloud treat from wordsmith extraordinaire, debut author Rachel Morrisroe, and the ridiculously talented, bestselling Steven Lenton

Welcome to Mr Pottifer's Parlour of Plants: a magical shop with the most surprising plants you'll ever see!

Sarah thinks she's discovered the perfect gift for her garden-loving grandma, but before you can say GARDEN FULL OF UNICORNS, things grow wildly out-of-hand!

Live your own hilarious unicorn fantasy in this rip-roaring, rhyming delight from a terrifically talented new picture book author, with illustrations from the brilliant, bestselling illustrator Steven Lenton - illustrator of Shifty McGifty and The Hundred and One Dalmations picture book.

An illustrated version of the cumulative folk song in which the solution proves worse than the predicament when an old lady swallows a fly. Some pages are die-cut, permitting a portion of the next illustration to be seen.

Join in with the Highway Rat's fun in this fabulous sticker activity book based on the bestselling book The Highway Rat, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Included in the book: over 400 stickers, colouring-in, dot-to-dots, spot the difference, mazes, simple word searches Jam-packed with sticker activities themed around the book, this is the perfect activity book for fans of The Highway Rat. From the author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and ZOG, which have all been made into animated films shown on BBC1 Zog and the Flying Doctors was screened for the first time on BBC1 on Christmas Day 2020 Julia & Axel's Superworm animation will debut on BBC1 in December 2021

A fun, Christmas-themed twist on the classic nursery rhyme "This Little Piggy"!

This little snowman went to market.

This little snowman put up the tree.

This little snowman ate candy canes.

This little snowman sipped some iced tea.

These little snowmen are getting ready for Chistmas! One goes to the market, one puts up the tree, one eats candy canes, and one sips some iced tea. Now they're all ready to deliver cheer and wish you a Merry Christmas!

Introduce young readers to the sights and sounds of the year - from summer's sizzling sun to winter's crackling snow. Featuring breathtaking illustrations by internationally renowned illustrator, Alison Jay, this book will open your child's eyes and ears to the world around them!

Hey diddle diddle, The cat and the fiddle, The cow jumped over the moon. The little dog laughed to see such fun, And the dish ran away with the spoon! But what happens next? With new verses about piano playing pigs and chimps with cellos, the rhyming fun continues! Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. This smaller edition of the original book includes a CD.

"What makes two? All sorts of things. A bicycle's wheels. A bluebird's wings. And twins, as you can plainly see, Are just as two as two can be." This brightly illustrated board book is a buoyant, bouncy ode to the joys of twindom. Perfect for children who are twins, and just as perfect for children who aren't

Five enormous dinosaurs, letting out a roar. One stomped away... and then there were four! Children will love stomping, roaring and singing along to this fun rhyme, which will help to develop number skills. Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. This smaller edition of the original book includes a CD.

Peer through the die-cut windows in each page of this interactive book to find out who is playing what. Anyone can be the Music Man in this joyful adaptation of the classic nursery song, and everyone can join in making music together! All children love this traditional rhyme and singing along will help to develop number skills. Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and the nursery or classroom.

Copy us and sing along! This wonderful boardbook features three popular traditional rhymes..."The Wheels on the Bus" - engaging pictures show little ones (and big ones) exactly how to have fun with words and actions. "Round and Round the Garden" - includes a visual guide for parents on how to use their fingers to take one step, two steps, and tickle under there! "Peter Hammers with One Hammer" - youngsters aged 3 to 5 will love learning the words and singing along. The wheels on the bus go round and round, Round and round, round and round, The wheels on the bus go round and round, All day long. Peter hammers with one hammer, One hammer, one hammer! Peter hammers with one hammer, All day long. Round and round the garden, like a teddy bear...One step...two steps...And tickle you under there!

'The Wimbledons were sleeping. It was very, very late, When Wilma heard a spooky sound, Which made her sit up straight. "That's very odd," said Walter. "I don't recognize the tune..." "It's only Stanley," Walter said. "He's howling at the moon."' Whoever heard of a dog who can sing, cook and do DIY around the house? He makes a lot of noise and mess, but he's forgiven as does mend the TV. Not until the very end do we, or the hapless Wimbledon family, see just exactly what Stanley the dog has been planning all along!

Snuggle up with your favorite nursery rhymes and drift into the magical worlds of all your most beloved fairytale characters. This beautifully illustrated storytime treasury padded keepsake brings together the talents of illustrators from around the world with well-loved
stories and rhymes both kiddos and their grown-ups will enjoy. Find new stories and adventures to fill your imagination every night with this bedtime family favorite. Sweet Dreams!

Short stories designed to quickly entertain without cutting into precious bedtime schedules Bond with your child through family storytime and strengthen a love for books and reading Over 50 classic stories and rhymes included: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star,
Little Bo-Peep, Miss Mary Mack, Hickory Dickory Dock, Hansel and Gretel, The Lion and the Mouse, The Ugly Duckling and more Gorgeous illustrations and beautifully written tales will bring a smile from ear to ear Collect all titles available in the padded treasury
book collection.

A book for all preschoolers-to-be from the author of Kindergarten, Here I Come! Now includes a sheet of stickers! From saying goodbye to parents on the very first day of school to watching butterflies hatch in spring, D. J. Steinberg celebrates all the landmark moments of preschool. Because the year is full of so many firsts, this collection of funny, joyful poems is a must-have for all small scholars in the making.

The Spider Queen wants a Halloween feast. So Weevil and his team set to work. But will a sneaky thief spoil the party? Find out in this latest addition to the popular phonics readers series. With phonically regular text, this funny story is all treat and no tricks. Great to read aloud.

Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and the nursery or classroom.