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Say Goodnight
Dear Village Say Goodnight $14.99
The third book in the Say series, this new board book comes from award-winning author Renae Hayward, and celebrates the wonderful world of baby bedtimes. Exploring all the things babies love to do as they get ready for bed - from bedtime stories to massages from mum - the simple, high-contrast illustrations feature many recognisable words, like mum, dad and pyjamas.
Scotty And The Scotties
Dear Village Scotty And The Scotties $24.99
Scotty And The Scotties Nothing is as it seems in Scotty and the Scotties, a delightfully funny read-aloud picture book about a family of scottie dogs, from beloved Australian picture-book star Gabriel Evans.In Scotty's family, a scottie is a scottie, no matter what you look like. But when everyone looks the same, acts the same, and does all the same things, can you ever truly be your own scottie, too?Packed full of surprises and plenty of heart, Scotty and the Scotties isn't just an irresistible story about loyalty, love and being yourself – it's also a cheeky search-and-find. Everyone will enjoy poring over the story to find the 'real' Scotty on every page, making this an instant modern classic and a sure favourite for all families, no matter how alike or different they are.Perfect for:- Toddlers and pre-schoolers who love dogs and search-and-find books- Fans of Jon Klassen's We Found a Hat; Oh no, George! by Chris Haughton; and David Melling's Ruffles books- Gift-givers wanting an instant family favourite- Parents and educators looking to explore individuality and acceptance through a light-hearted narrativeDiscover more brilliant books from Gabriel Evans:- A Human for Kingsley- A Job for Kingsley- Norton and the Bear- Little One (written by Jane Godwin)- Blue Flower (written by Sonya Hartnett)
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Searching For Treasure
Dear Village Searching For Treasure $24.99
A lush, joyful picture book celebrating the wonders of a walk on the beach and the treasures to be found on the high tide line, with a gloriously surprising gatefold finale.
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Secret Seahorse
Dear Village Secret Seahorse $14.99
Explore the coral reef in this hide-and-seek adventure, now in Barefoot Baby-Proof format! Follow an elusive seahorse as he swims through different underwater environments, meeting a colorful kaleidoscope of sea creatures - including sea anemones, crabs, starfish, eels and octopuses - along the way. The seek-and-find theme featured throughout invites the reader to hunt the seahorse on every page, encouraging interaction with the text and illustrations. Barefoot Baby-Proof books are chewable, bendable, and washable. AGES: 0 to 2 AUTHOR: Award-winning author Stella Blackstone has written many of Barefoot's best-selling titles, including the Bear series and the Cleo the Cat series. She has been writing for children for over twenty years. Stella lives in Somerset, UK. Clare Beaton has gained international recognition for her distinctive collages: she hand sews her illustrations using felt, vintage fabrics, buttons and sequins - whatever she can find that can be reused and given a new life. She is an award-winning children's writer and illustrator who lives and works in North London, UK. SELLING POINTS: . BABY-PROOF FORMAT: Barefoot Baby-Proof books are chewable, bendable, and washable. . EARLY LEARNING: Interactive seek-and-find develops early skills with a focus on sea creatures.
Secret Stories Of Lost Beasts
Dear Village Secret Stories Of Lost Beasts $29.99
Secret Stories of Lost Beasts invites readers to journey back in time to a world filled with fascinating creatures. This beautifully illustrated field guide delves into the mysterious lives of extinct animals that inhabited oceans, land, swamps, and skies centuries ago.
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Shoes From Grandpa (35th Anniversary Edition)
Dear Village Shoes From Grandpa (35th Anniversary Edition) $19.99
I'll buy you a skirt that won't show the dirt, to go with the socks from the local shops, to go with the shoes from Grandpa. When Grandpa decides to buy Jessie a new pair of shoes for winter, the rest of the family join in with offers of new socks, skirt, blouse, sweater, coat, scarf, hat and mittens. Jessie doesn’t want to be mean, but all she really wants is a new pair of ...
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Sing With Your Baby Every Day
Dear Village Sing With Your Baby Every Day $24.99
Sing with Your Baby Every Day is a collection of nursery rhymes and songs to share with your baby, illustrated with adorable hand-stitched embroidery art.
Slurp
Dear Village Slurp $19.99
Slurp is a mix-and-match book that invites you to flip through its split pages to reassemble the popsicles by matching the patterns or create brand new ones by mixing it up. A deliciously fun and interactive way for little ones to explore colours and patterns.
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Sniff! Sniff! What's That Whiff?
Dear Village Sniff! Sniff! What's That Whiff? $19.99
A hilariously smelly ‘whodunnit’ book—the perfect gift for kids who love to laugh! When a very stinky smell will not leave a little dinosaur alone, he follows his nose to find out who it could be coming from ... sniff, sniff! Can this dinosaur detective uncover that whiff?
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Snugglepot And Cuddlepie Meet Mrs Kookaburra (may Gibbs)
Dear Village Snugglepot And Cuddlepie Meet Mrs Kookaburra (may Gibbs) $19.99
'You really do help everyone, Mrs Kookaburra,' said Snugglepot, kindly. 'One must always be ready to lend a helping wing,' smiled Mrs Kookaburra. Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie as they take to the skies with Mrs Kookaburra. There's so much to do and so much to see! Can they learn how to be as helpful as their wise feathered friend?
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So Many Ways To Be Curious
Dear Village So Many Ways To Be Curious $22.95
So Many Ways To Be CuriousNurturing curiosity early in a child’s life leads to young people and adults who are problem solvers, open-minded, creative, empathic, resilient, and continually questioning the world around them. In 'So Many Ways to Be Curious', children are encouraged to ask questions, explore, observe, and use their imagination to create; they will also learn to listen to differing points of view and perspectives — all crucial skills for leading an empowered life full of curiosity!
So, You Want To Work In Fashion?
Dear Village So, You Want To Work In Fashion? $27.99
Uses fun flaps and whimsical art to describe more than 50 different jobs in the world of fashion, from design, photography and modelling, to retail, public relations and digital and online jobs. Getting young children to think about careers can broaden their horizons and make them aware of job opportunities outside their usual frame of reference. It can boost their aspirations and help them to bust stereotypes about their future lives. AGES: 5 plus AUTHOR: Jamie Collins is a freelance author and editor of children's reference books based in London. Josh Cleland works out of his home studio in Portland, Oregon. He has been creating high-quality, fun illustrations since 2009 for clients all over the world, including Highlights for Children magazine, Storytime magazine, and Pinterest. His work can be found in picture books, iOS apps, album covers, websites, billboards, his parents' fridge, posters, newsletters, animations and more. SELLING POINTS: . Encourages children to begin thinking about their interests and strengths . Helps them identify jobs they may never have heard of before . Shows over 50 fashion careers using chucklesome, lift-the-flap illustrations . Boosts aspirations and expands knowledge
So, You Want To Work With Animals?
Dear Village So, You Want To Work With Animals? $27.99
Uses fun flaps and whimsical art to describe more than 50 different jobs and careers involving animals, from veterinary work and conservation to jobs in research, training and care. Getting young children to think about careers can broaden their horizons and make them aware of job opportunities outside their usual frame of reference. It can boost their aspirations and help them to bust stereotypes in their future lives. AGES: 5 plus AUTHOR: Jamie Collins is a freelance author and editor of children's reference books based in London. Josh Cleland works out of his home studio in Portland, Oregon. He has been creating high-quality, fun illustrations since 2009 for clients all over the world, including Highlights for Children magazine, Storytime magazine, and Pinterest. His work can be found in picture books, iOS apps, album covers, websites, billboards, his parents' fridge, posters, newsletters, animations and more. SELLING POINTS: . Encourages children to begin thinking about their interests and strengths . Helps them identify jobs they may never have heard of before . Presents more than 50 animal careers using humorous, lift-the-flap illustrations . Boosts aspirations and expands knowledge
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Sonic And The Tales Of Deception And Terror (sega: Sonic The Hedgehog Flip Book)
Dear Village Sonic And The Tales Of Deception And Terror (sega: Sonic The Hedgehog Flip Book) $9.99
Delight in exciting tales of adventure featuring the world’s fastest and most famous Hedgehog hero, Sonic! With 6 action-packed stories and original illustrations, this collection of stories is the perfect introduction to one of the most beloved video game characters of all time and a must-have title for long-time fans!
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Space: From Sputnik To The International Space Station
Dear Village Space: From Sputnik To The International Space Station $49.99
Journey to the moon and beyond! A beautifully illustrated and entertainingly informative history of space travel. Certain to fuel young readers curiosity about all things related to space, this gorgeous and information packed book chronicles human exploits beyond Earth. After introducing readers to the basics of every rocket, regardless of size or purpose, it delves into a wide variety of significant moments and concepts around the history of space exploration: . The stories of Sputnik, the X-15 and the race to space; . How we measure distance in the universe; what makes up an astronaut's suit. . The Saturn V launch vehicle. . The Apollo 11 moon landing. . Space shuttles and international space stations. . Mars exploration. . The possibilities of extraterrestrial life myth and fact. Filled with full-page spreads featuring the author's signature retro-futurist drawings, this colorful and enlightening book will keep readers fascinated for hours on end, while igniting a lifelong passion for the endless possibilities of our cosmos. AGES: 10 plus AUTHOR: Jan van der Veken designs book covers and posters and creates illustrations for newspapers and magazines, including two New Yorker covers. When van der Veken is not drawing, you can find him high in the sky, piloting a plane. In 2016, he received the Culture Prize from his hometown of Ghent, Belgium. His other books, Planes, and Boats are available from Prestel.