CHILDRENS BOOKS

Goblin Frances Stickley grew up in Nottingham and Norwich. She spent much of her time making up poems and dressing up her dog. Frances is a trained children's literacy specialist and a primary school teacher. She is happiest when covered in paint or stuck in a book. In 2017, Frances won the Bloomsbury and National Literacy Trust short story prize. She lives with her family and a big-eared dog named Babbage. When not writing, you'll likely find her in a forest playing dragons with her daughters.Stefano Martinuz was born in Bresica, Italy. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Bologna and graduated with honors. Stefano now works as a children's book illustrator, visual development artist, comic book colorist, and concept artist for various companies and animation studios. In his spare time, he enjoys drawing little fantasy creatures, funny monsters, and raccoons.

Rainbow StreetWelcome to Rainbow Street! Meet Cherry's rainbow family and her fun-loving neighbours as they enjoy a street party with family traditions and delicious food from around the world. Rainbow Street invites young readers (and their grown-ups!) to explore the magic of inclusion, the joy of diversity, and the simple delight of belonging. And there is always a place for everyone at the table. There's just one thing missing ... Where is grandma?

One Koala, One Hundred TreesDad and I find an injured koala on our property.My heart breaks when Wildlife Rescue tells us she might not survive.How can I stop this happening?Dad says keeping the koalas safe will be a big job.I need a plan and help from some friends…A percentage of the proceeds from the sale of this book will go to the Australian Koala Foundation.One Koala, One Hundred Trees is a heartwarming tale about one family’s determination to create a safer environment for the koalas living on their property. The story is interspersed with facts about koalas and practical guides for readers wanting to build their own ‘koala corridor’ to help protect one of Australia’s most precious animals.

My Sister Is A Treasure A warm and affectionate look at the funny ways we describe a new baby from the creators of My Brother is an Avocado."Dad says my sister is a treasure. I can't wait until we play pirates together and dig holes to look for more.I'll be the captain and wear the hat because I'm the oldest."A girl takes the terms of endearment her family use at face value when she wonders what it would be like if her new baby sister really was a treasure or a ray of sunshine or a dimply dumpling in this adorable new picture book from Tracy Darnton and Yasmeen Ismail.- a funny, fresh, relatable and reassuring take on the arrival of a new sibling- a playful look at the quirkiness of language and terms of endearment- a celebration of imagination and sibling relationshipsAlso by Tracy Darnton and Yasmeen Ismail:My Brother is an Avocado – ***WINNER*** Tower Hamlets Schools Library Services Picture Book Award 2024

The Christmas Tree Catastrophe This is an occasion story with a difference! And one that children will delight in as they watch naughty Kitty McCatty create complete Christmas Eve chaos. 'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house ...Kitty McCatty was chasing a mouse. It's Christmas Eve and the baubles are bickering over the best spots on the Christmas tree when an unexpected visitor appears. A tree-toppling catastrophe seems certain ... unless the decorations can set aside their differences and work together? From the talented and award-winning duo, Emma Bowd and Matt Shanks, comes a rollicking festive tale full of humour and heart -- and more than a tiny bit of tinsel.

A Barney Gumnut Christmas (Barney Gumnut, #2) A celebration of the meaning of Christmas with adorable Australian animal characters, Barney Gumnut and Friends, from the publishing house that brought you Ruby Red Shoes!Christmas means ... celebrating with friends, swimming in the creek and eating watermelon! Join Barney Gumnut and his friends as they share what Christmas means to them while having a festive adventure in Scribbly Gum Forest. Look out for the shooting star! A gentle and heartfelt tale about the meaning of Christmas, with adorable Australian animals from bestselling creator Tamsin Ainslie.

Winnie-The-Pooh's Book Of Happiness: Deluxe EditionA deluxe slipcase of the beloved, bestselling Winnie-the-Pooh's Book of Happiness!Spend the day with Winnie-the-Pooh and discover how kindness, friendship and smackerels of honey bring happiness to the Hundred Acre Wood. A sweet story about the joy of small gestures.

Train Of Thought A big-hearted story from incredible new talent Jess Horn with joyful illustrations by Hayley Wells, Train of Thought is a fun-filled ride through the twists and turns of a runaway imagination. Andy has a brilliant imagination, and it carries him to the most amazing places. Mum calls it his train of thought. But, when it's time for real-world tasks, Andy's train doesn't always stop! Can Andy find a way to be a treasure hunter and sit down in time for dinner? Train of Thought will delight readers aged 3 to 7 – and everyone and anyone who can relate to getting swept up in their imagination! EMBRACE IMAGINATION: empowers young children to use their creativity and imagination to overcome challenges. AN ADVENTURE-PACKED RIDE: Hayley Wells' illustrations are bursting with colourful detail, as Andy's train journey takes him from one inventive world to the next. CREATIVE THINKING: Andy's ingenious solutions in the story will resonate with young readers who struggle with self-awareness and self-regulation.PERFECT FOR:- Kids (and grown-ups!) with big imaginations- Train and transport enthusiasts- Parents, grandparents and carers- Teachers, librarians and story-time readers- Fans of All of the Factors of Why I Love Tractors (Bell & Lovlie) and The Polar Express (Chris Van Allsburg)

Ebb And Flo Party Pooper Small words, big feelings! Learn to read! Love to read!When Ebb finds out there are no sweets at a party, he turns into a real party pooper.Can Flo help Ebb find his manners before he ruins a friend's birthday?'Ebb and Flo are the friends your child needs by their side on their learn-to-read journey!' – award-winning teacher-librarian Megan Daley, author of Raising ReadersEach stand-alone story features: a hilarious and relatable friendship story; decodable phonetic words; essential sight words and high-frequency words; phoneme manipulation to boost phonological awareness ... and COLLECTABLE STICKERS!WHAT MAKES THIS BOOK GREAT:- BELOVED CREATORS: Laura and Philip Bunting are the internationally bestselling creators of Mopoke, The Wild Life, Another Book About Bears, Liarbird and many, many more.- LIFELONG BOOKLOVERS: Carefully crafted to support literacy curriculum and deliciously funny to hook kids on books.- SOCIAL SKILLS: Relatable stories about the ups and downs of friendship, perfect for helping kids through the early years of school.- ENTERTAINING FOR EVERYONE: A series the whole family will love, and enjoy reading again and again.- CLASSROOM ESSENTIAL: Designed to complement school readers, perfect for home or the classroom, and a key addition to any library collection.PERFECT FOR:- Enjoying together as a read-aloud for pre-readers (ages 4+) and as a read-together for emerging readers and newly independent readers (ages 5 to 8).- Parents and carers looking to give their kids the best start on their learn-to-read journey.- Teachers looking to supplement their collection of school readers.- Gifting for children's birthdays, parties, Christmas and more.- Fans of Elephant and Piggie, School of Monsters, Narwhal and Jelly, and Frog and Toad.- Fans of Laura Bunting's trademark wit and Philip Bunting's hilarious and iconic illustration style.- Readers who love the dry and clever humour of writers like Jon Klassen, Mo Willems, Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers, Heidi McKinnon, Chris Haughton, Kate Beaton, and Beck and Matt Stanton.

Ebb And Flo Cool Beans Small words, big feelings! Learn to read! Love to read!Flo does not see what is so cool about Ebb's new Cool Beans.Will Ebb and Flo find a way to play together again, or is this cool new craze here to stay?'Ebb and Flo are the friends your child needs by their side on their learn-to-read journey!' – award-winning teacher-librarian Megan Daley, author of Raising ReadersEach stand-alone story features: a hilarious and relatable friendship story; decodable phonetic words; essential sight words and high-frequency words; phoneme manipulation to boost phonological awareness... and COLLECTABLE STICKERS!WHAT MAKES THIS BOOK GREAT: - BELOVED CREATORS: Laura and Philip Bunting are the internationally bestselling creators of Mopoke, The Wild Life, Another Book About Bears, Liarbird and many, many more.- LIFELONG BOOKLOVERS: Carefully crafted to support literacy curriculum and deliciously funny to hook kids on books.- SOCIAL SKILLS: Relatable stories about the ups and downs of friendship, perfect for helping kids through the early years of school.- ENTERTAINING FOR EVERYONE: A series the whole family will love, and enjoy reading again and again.- CLASSROOM ESSENTIAL: Designed to complement school readers, perfect for home or the classroom, and a key addition to any library collection.PERFECT FOR:- Enjoying together as a read-aloud for pre-readers (ages 4+) and as a read-together for emerging readers and newly independent readers (ages 5 to 8).- Parents and carers looking to give their kids the best start on their learn-to-read journey.- Teachers looking to supplement their collection of school readers.- Gifting for children's birthdays, parties, Christmas and more.- Fans of Elephant and Piggie, School of Monsters, Narwhal and Jelly, and Frog and Toad.- Fans of Laura Bunting's trademark wit and Philip Bunting's hilarious and iconic illustration style.- Readers who love the dry and clever humour of writers like Jon Klassen, Mo Willems, Drew Daywalt, Oliver Jeffers, Heidi McKinnon, Chris Haughton, Kate Beaton, and Beck and Matt Stanton.Phoneme manipulation to boost phonological awarenessPerfect to supplement school readers and make reading pleasurable and rewarding for emerging or newly independent readers. Or enjoy together as a read-aloud for both pre-school and primary school aged children.

Derek is a fish with many questions. Why is the universe round? Where do bubbles come from? Why does food rain down from above?But the question Derek asks himself more than any other is: ‘Why am I alone?’From new talent Anne Donaldson and bestselling illustrator Matt Shanks comes an adorable adventure about curiosity, courage and connection.

Cynthia is a wild dog. She hunts anything that moves. She scavenges for food. She'll even eat ice-cream if she has to.A dryly funny new picture book about a lap dog with a wild inner life, from multi-award-winning author-illustrator Tohby Riddle.

Spot'S Magnet Dress-Up Join Spot and friends in this brand-new magnet book!Join Spot and his friends as they have fun dressing up in this brand-new adventure!Toddlers will love using the magnets to give Spot and his friends fun costumes and accessories in each scene.With sturdy magnets to train fine motor skills and a story that sparks curiosity and imagination, this book is perfect for early learning and play!Loved this? Try these-Where's Spot?Find Spot at the MuseumFind Spot at the ZooSpot's Slide and Seek Playground

The Ugly FiveWho's that singing on the savanna?It's the top-five ugly animals in Africa!The wildebeest, warthog, vulture, hyena and marabou storkswagger proudly across the savanna,rejoicing in their ugliness–and delighting their babies,who think they're perfect just the way they are.Inspired by the real-life Ugly Five safari animals,Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's brand-new picture bookis a jubilant celebration of animalswho are often rather unloved.The funny, heart-warming rhyme is a joy to read aloud,while bold, comical illustrationsbring the savanna spectacularly to life.

.An adorable new board book about how babies feel."--