CHILDRENS BOOKS

Pop Out - Colours by is an innovative folding picture book that opens out into strikingly large pages, inviting little readers to explore colour in a hands-on way. Designed to be opened, unfolded and pored over, it’s a playful, screen-free experience that feels like a toy and a book in one. Each themed spread is beautifully illustrated with bold, clear artwork and plenty of items to spot, making every read-through a fresh hunt for details. As children search, name and compare colours, they’ll naturally build early vocabulary and observation skills without it ever feeling like “learning”. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who love interactive books, lift-the-flap alternatives, and busy, detail-rich pages, this is also a lovely pick for grandparents and gift-givers looking for a sturdy board book with extra wow-factor. Unfold it on the floor or the kitchen table and let the colour-spotting begin.

Pop Out – Animals by (author not listed) is an innovative folding children’s book that opens out into wonderfully large pages, inviting little readers to dive straight in. Part picture book, part seek-and-find, it’s designed for curious hands and sharp eyes. Each themed spread is beautifully illustrated and packed with animals and clever details to spot, turning every read into an interactive game. The satisfying fold-out format also makes it ideal for sharing on the floor, at the kitchen table, or while travelling—there’s always something new to notice. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who love animals, bright artwork and hands-on books, as well as adults searching for an engaging gift or a screen-free activity. It’s a great pick for fans of interactive kids’ books, lift-and-look fun, and animal-themed adventures. Open it up and see how big storytime can feel.

Dive into the splendiferous world of Roald Dahl in this interactive magnet book!  What will you choose to feed the hungry tortoises? Who will you invite to a party on a fantastic peach?  You're in charge! Choose your magnets to let the mischief begin!  Packed with anarchy and favourite characters from the world of Roald Dahl, this interactive magnet book is perfect for little chiddlers.  Look out for more brilliant books for titchy toddlers-  Roald Dahl- Birthday Bonanza Roald Dahl- Fantastic Feelings Roald Dahl- Lift-the-Flap Hide and Seek Roald Dahl- Revolting Things to Touch and Feel

A sweet and funny story about an adorable bear trying to get to sleep . . . with a host of animal noises that children will love to join in with.

Rita is bored. So, so, so bored.   Â Flopped in her bedroom, limp and tragic, Rita tries everything to cure her malaise. But time drags on, and there she remains: catatonic with boredom.  Â   Â If only there were a special place, a non-boring place just for bored people … Â  From award-winning creator Felicita Sala comes a slyly brilliant ode to boredom and imagination, and a guaranteed antidote to the doldrums.

This Little Bunny (A Touch And Feel Book) is a charming sensory board book that invites babies and toddlers to meet five adorable bunnies, one gentle page at a time. With sweet, simple text and plenty to explore, it’s made for curious little hands and big shared smiles. As you turn the pages, each bunny introduces a new texture to touch and feel—encouraging sensory play, early language, and fine-motor skills without ever feeling busy or overwhelming. The grand finale is a soft felt flap that adds an extra moment of surprise and delight. Perfect for families building a newborn library, for toddlers who love interactive books, and for anyone after a thoughtful baby shower gift, this touch-and-feel favourite suits bedtime, pram reads, and daycare bags alike. Add it to your basket and make storytime a hands-on adventure.

Jack And The Beanstalk (Fairy Trails) by (Fairy Trails) is a playful, interactive fairy tale that invites preschoolers to step right into the story. With a familiar adventure at its heart, it’s ideal for sharing aloud and revisiting again and again as little listeners notice new details. Follow Jack as a simple trade leads to a towering beanstalk and a bigger-than-life world above the clouds. Along the way, children can join in with prompts and activities that encourage participation, spark imagination, and support early literacy in a gentle, engaging way. Perfect for families looking for an interactive picture book, educators building a fairy tale theme, or kids who love classic stories with a hands-on twist. Great for ages 3–5, read-aloud time, and building confidence with storytelling. Add this preschool fairy tale to your bookshelf and let the adventure begin.

The First Easter by Alison Mitchell is a gently told Christian picture book that shares the Easter story in a way little ones can understand and families will want to return to each year. With warm, inviting storytelling and rich illustration, it’s ideal for reading aloud in the lead-up to Easter Sunday. Set in the bustling city where Jesus travels to teach and bring a message of peace, the book guides young readers through the key moments of Holy Week with care and clarity, keeping the focus on love, hope and what Christians remember and celebrate at Easter. Perfect for families, godparents and grandparents looking for an Easter gift book, and for anyone wanting a thoughtful introduction to faith for toddlers and preschoolers. A lovely choice for church communities, home traditions and bedtime reading. Add it to your seasonal bookshelf and share the story together.

Cinderella (Fairy Trails) is a charming retelling that introduces preschoolers to the classic fairy tale, with just the right balance of sparkle, kindness and gentle suspense for young listeners. Designed for early childhood, it’s an ideal pick for families building a first library of well-loved stories. In this child-friendly version, Cinderella’s hard days at home, a special invitation, and a little helping hand lead to a night at the palace that feels wonderfully big and bright. The language and pacing suit short attention spans, making it a natural fit for story time and bedtime reading, without lingering on anything too scary. Perfect for preschool and kindergarten kids, carers and educators who want picture books that support early literacy, and little readers who love princess stories, magic, and happily-ever-after endings. Add Cinderella (Fairy Trails) to your shelf and let the fairy tale fun begin.

Look Inside Seas and Oceans by Usborne is a gorgeous lift-the-flap children’s nonfiction book that turns the underwater world into a hands-on adventure readers will want to revisit again and again. With detailed illustrations and more than 50 flaps to lift, it’s ideal for curious kids who love discovering how nature works. Young explorers can travel from sunlit coasts to coral reefs and mangrove forests, then head into the deep ocean to see what survives where light barely reaches. Along the way, the book introduces marine life and ocean habitats in bite-sized, easy-to-follow facts, with Usborne Quicklinks for safe online learning. Perfect for early primary readers, classroom projects, and families after a screen-light way to learn, this is a brilliant pick for fans of educational picture books, marine biology, and interactive books. Add it to your shelves and start exploring below the surface.

Look Inside Cars by Rob Lloyd Jones is a hands-on children’s flap book that invites curious kids to explore what’s happening under the bonnet and behind the scenes. With sturdy pages and more than 60 flaps to lift, it’s designed for repeat reads and plenty of “what’s that?” moments. Young readers peek into a busy garage, follow cars through the factory as they’re built, then zoom to the racetrack to see them tested at speed. Along the way, there’s a trip to the scrap yard, showing what happens when vehicles reach the end of the road. Each spread offers clear, kid-friendly explanations that make how cars work feel exciting and easy to grasp. Perfect for preschool and early primary children who love vehicles, STEM learning, and interactive books, as well as families after a smart, screen-free activity. Lift the flaps and let the discoveries begin.

A board book edition of this uplifting book for 3+ reflecting on some of the important things we all need to remember. From the award-winning creative team that brought us All Through the Year, Today We Have No Plans and A Life Song. Don't forget to make your bed,and wear socks that fit your feet...Don't forget to care, to play,To run, to laugh...  Â Sometimes, we need to remember all the things we can do to be part of the world. Small things, like offering a smile. And bigger things, like hoping, dreaming, imagining...

Love Makes a Family by Sophie Beer is a joyful, inclusive board book that celebrates family diversity through the everyday moments little ones know best. With bright, bold illustrations and simple, rhythmic text, it shows that families can look lots of different ways—two mums, two dads, one parent, grandies, carers—and what matters most is the love they share. From early-morning cuddles and helping hands to shared meals and a goodnight kiss, each page offers a familiar snapshot of connection for babies and toddlers. It’s an ideal read-aloud for building emotional literacy and starting gentle conversations about belonging and community, without ever feeling heavy. Perfect for ages 0–3, rainbow families, modern households, and anyone looking for a thoughtful baby shower or new baby gift. Add this sturdy toddler book to your bookshelf and let little readers spot their world on the page.

Tiny Dancer by Patrick Guest is a tender picture book fable that invites children to notice the wonder in an ordinary day. Set in the shimmering, miniature world of a mayfly, this story takes a big idea — the brevity of life — and makes it gentle, hopeful and deeply readable aloud. Mayflies live for only a single day, and Tiny Dancer knows it. As the hours pass, this tiny creature chooses courage over worry, seeking out light, music and friendship in moments that might otherwise slip away. It’s a thoughtful story about mindfulness, gratitude and making each moment count, without ever feeling heavy. Perfect for ages 4+ and for families who enjoy lyrical children’s fiction, nature stories and books that open up quiet conversations about feelings and time. Add Tiny Dancer to your shelf for a beautiful read-and-repeat that lingers long after the last page.

Tilly In A Tangle by Margrete Lamond, illustrated by Monty Lee, is a spirited picture book about learning to trust yourself when everything feels a bit wobbly. With bright, quirky artwork and plenty of child-friendly humour, it’s a delight for families who enjoy stories about confidence, friendship and trying again. Tilly works hard to keep her boat shipshape, carefully following everyone else’s advice so she can win their approval. But when disaster strikes, those helpful opinions aren’t much use in the moment. As Tilly and her friends scramble to set things right, she discovers that her own instincts might be the most reliable guide of all. Perfect for ages 3+, this Australian picture book will especially suit preschoolers who like boats, problem-solving, and gentle social-emotional themes around resilience and independence. Add it to your shelf for a warm, lively read-aloud you’ll want to revisit.