Pay a visit to the Polka Dot Pet Shop...where every pet is marvellous, magical and unique. Every pet that is, except a plain, brown mouse who doesn't feel special at all and longs to fit in. This heartfelt story of self-acceptance teaches young readers not to judge by appearances and to believe in their abilities, even if they aren't the loudest, boldest or most popular. With a bold art style and inclusive illustrations featuring a diverse communityit features a simple rhyming style that young readers will love. Celebrates smaller domestic pets, not usually featured in picture books like hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, fish and even snails.This book was selected by Save The Children, for their 2020 #savewithstories campaign read by Sienna Miller.

Bestselling author and songwriter Rory Feek takes children and families on a beloved journey to Christmas past in Once Upon the Very First Christmas. On a picturesque farm, schoolchildren gather their homemade costumes and props and put on a heartwarming Christmas play for the community. As they don halos for the angel choir or round up sheep for the final nativity scene, readers will be immersed in the greatest blessings of Christmas—the gift of Jesus—and be reminded that we can rejoice together in the wonder of the season. Rory's soothing and lyrical retelling of the Christmas story is paired with magical illustrations by Christine Cuddihy of a homemade Christmas play, is perfect for ages 4 to 8, and is a great gift for Christmas, baby showers, and baptisms. Take a moment to slow down this Advent and Christmas to treasure that first Christmas, God's gift of Jesus, and every precious moment He's given you to celebrate with family and friends.

An exciting lift-the-flap adventure board book.

A heart-warming rhyming story about the realities behind a typical family Christmas; reminding us how easy it is to get caught up in material things, through the true to life and tear-inducing experiences of 'the family next door'. Grandad helps his family get through their challenges in the run up to the big day, from Lily's meltdown in her school nativity, to cremated turkey on Christmas morning! His special gift (a message from Grandma) helps the family remember her and reminds them that Christmas should be about togetherness.