This is a re-issue in a larger format and with a new cover, of the successful paperback, SNORE! It is companion title to OWW!!, also by Michael Rosen. Both books tell simple stories of life in the farmyard for children just ready for their first picturebook. Michael Rosen easy-to-read stories and poems, full of fun and drama are agelessly popular with both the youngest children and their parents.

A funny farmyard story from much-loved author, Michael Rosen. Perfect for bedtime, or any time! All is quiet on the farm - until SHOO! Cat makes a lot of noise to chase all the other animals out of the barn. At last, he is alone! But how will Cat feel when everyone else is outside having fun?

Piggy Piglet is wriggling in his sleep. He wriggles and he jiggles and he rolls on something very prickly. OWW! How can his friends help him to get free? With its barnyard setting and its lively host of friendly and familiar farm animals, this is a perfect first picture book for young ones. Michael Rosen's hugely successful books include the top-selling "Going on a Bear Hunt" and "Snore!" Jonathan Langley most recently illustrated "My First Dictionary."

Sam is so disappointed when he gets chicken pox and has to cancel his birthday party. But perhaps spotty birthdays can be fun after all ...

A beautifully produced bumper collection of everyone's nursery favorites--old and new! Well-known children's illustrator Jonathan Langley has previously collaborated with many eminent children's authors including Michael Rosen and Nanette Newman. His exquisite illustrations are full of visual humor and charming detail. A wonderful collection of wittily retold and beautifully illustrated nursery rhymes and tales. Jonathan Langley adds an exuberant originality and contemporary feel to the magic of these traditional nursery favorites, ensuring that this will be a collection for all the family to treasure.