CHILDRENS BOOKS

Lonely Planet Kids My First Lift-The-Flap Dinosaur Atlas Discover the ROARSOME world of dinosaurs with this beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap book for dino-mad kids!Take a hands-on tour through the amazing world of dinosaurs and learn about where they lived, what they ate and how they spent their days. From the terrifying T-rex to the long-necked diplodocus, you'll find some of the biggest, mightiest and deadliest dinos inside the pages of this book – with exciting lift-the-flaps that reveal extra secrets and surprises!Inside My First Lift-The-Flap Dinosaur Atlas:- Over 50 interactive flaps to lift, all hiding amazing extra facts and dinotastic-details- Fascinating introduction to the world of dinosaurs that explores these incredible creatures across the continents- Beautiful visuals on every page with illustrations by Teresa Bellon, best known for illustrating Lonely Planet Kids' My First Lift-the-Flap World Atlas, as well as several Usborne and Pan Macmillan children's books- Written by Kate Baker, author of many Lonely Planet Kids' books including A Place Called Home, A Time to Celebrate, Seek and Find Cities, and Happiness Around the World- Contents feature: The World of Dinosaurs; North America; South America; Europe; Africa; Asia; Oceania; AntarcticaExplore the world of dinosaurs through the eyes of an early reader with this fun and entertaining follow-up to My First Lift-the-Flap World Atlas. This is the perfect reading gift for dino-mad children everywhere!

Always Remember: Charlie Mackesy's highly anticipated new book is here, returning to the beloved world of global sensation The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse - the best-selling adult non-fiction book ever, with 10 million copies sold worldwide."One day you'll look back and realize how hard it was, and just how well you did."Charlie Mackesy's four unlikely friends are once again wandering through the wilderness. Uncertain of what they seek, they do know that life can be challenging, but that they have each other, and cake is often the answer.When the dark clouds loom, can the boy remember what he needs to weather the storm?Don't miss the highly anticipated new book from Charlie Mackesy, returning to the beloved world of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse - the best-selling adult non-fiction book of all time, with over 10 million readers worldwide.

Alice With a Why Special EditionReturn to Wonderland in this extraordinary reimagining of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, by one of our most brilliant storytellers‘Spectacular!’ Kiran Millwood Hargrave‘An absolute masterclass’ Hannah Gold‘Enchanting’ Tamzin Merchant‘Wonderful’ Cressida CowellEngland, 1919. Alyce – with a Y – lives with her grandmother, the original Alice, having lost her father during the Great War. When a mysterious invitation to a tea party hits her square in the face, Alyce realises her grandmother’s strange stories of a place called Wonderland might have some truth to them after all.But the land Alyce finds herself in feels different from the Wonderland of her grandmother’s stories – for it is trapped in its own war. The Sun King and the Queen of the Moon are fighting over a stolen hour, and soon Alyce is tasked with setting it right. With the help of the Hatter, the Cheshire Cat and a Sailor Fox, Alyce will have to solve Wonderland’s problems and, eventually, find her way back home.Enter an enchanting adventure through Wonderland, featuring stunning illustrations by Matthew Land. Starring new characters and old favourites, Alice With a Why is both a celebration of Lewis Carroll's beloved original story, and a modern masterpiece.*Includes bonus chapters from Anna’s epic fantasy, Chronicles of Whetherwhy and the original Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland*

The Fantastical Safari Step into a world where reality and myth collide. From powerful elephants and cunning foxes to towering giants and legendary dragons, The Fantastical Safari is a vibrant, beautifully illustrated book that brings science, storytelling, and adventure together.

The sequel to Runt, the phenomenal bestseller and family favourite, by award-winning author Craig Silvey.

From the bestselling and award-winning bookmaker Jon Klassen comes a trio of companion board books perfect for sharing with the youngest of children. With a minimal tableau of familiar objects and a gentle rhythm suited for reading aloud, a farm, a forest and an island are assembled with all their items, ending with bedtime as the sun goes down. These are places for a young child to have whenever they want to go there. This trio of board books, focusing on safe spaces, comfort, and imagination, signals new ground for Jon Klassen, even as peculiar touches of whimsy stamp them as iconically his.Your Places Box Set includes:Your FarmYour ForestYour Island

Philip Bunting - author illustrator of award-winning titles Mopoke and Not Cute - introduces the most enigmatic creature in the Australian bush. They say Dropbear is mean, Dropbear is savage . But They are the gossips ... Meet Dropbear, if you dare, and decide for yourself! From Philip Bunting, creator of internationally acclaimed fiction and non-fiction including Mopoke, Not Cute, Give Me Some Space! How Did I Get Here? The Wonderful Wisdom of Ants, and I Wonder

Dustin Thao is a Vietnamese-American writer based in New York City. He is the New York Times bestselling author of You've Reached Sam and When Haru Was Here. Dustin graduated from Amherst College with a BA in Political Science and is currently in a PhD program at Northwestern University. You've Found Oliver is his latest book.

Liz Pichon is one of the UK's best-loved and bestselling creators of children's books, including Tom Gates and The Mubbles. The Tom Gates series won the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, the Blue Peter Book Award for Best Story and the younger fiction category of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize.

Wildsmith 2: City Of SecretsRowan loves living in the Dark Forest with her grandfather, where she's learning to be a wildsmith – a person who can heal and speak to animals. But she worries about her father, who remains in the city while the war with the Estrians rages on.So when her father arrives in the Dark Forest, Rowan is delighted. But he has only come to deliver an orphaned pegasus who is being hunted by the Estrians.Soon, danger comes closer than ever, threatening Rowan and her family. Who can Rowan trust? And with her family divided and the war ongoing, where does Rowan belong now?

Ladybirds Do Not Go to Day Care is a spirited, funny and empowering picture book to encourage even the most nervous of children to spread their wings and try something new.Mum says it’s the first day of day care, but Ravi’s dressed up as his favourite insect, and he is quite certain that ladybirds do not go to day care. In fact, this ladybird would rather stay home and eat aphids, thank you very much!Can an anxious and unsure Ravi find the bravery he needs to take flight?PRAISE & ACCLAIM- A 2024 CBCA Early Childhood Book of the Year: Notable Book- A 2024 CBCA Picture Book Book of the Year: Notable Book'[will] captivate the imaginations of children and empower them to embrace their individuality ... This sweet book not only inspires children but also encourages parents to playfully support their little ones as they spread their wings and grow; it’s perfect for children aged 2–7.' Books+Publishing‘Pretend play helps a child with preschool jitters … the creators showcase the way play can help kids exert autonomy, especially when navigating new surroundings.’ Publishers Weekly'Ladybirds Do Not Go to Daycare overflows with imagination and humour, making it an excellent choice for young new students.' Bookpage

What is technology? Well, we have been using tools since prehistoric times... But what problems does technology solve? Who invents technology? How can technology save the planet? These are very big questions that need exploring and the sooner we start answering them, the better. Content includes: What is technology? How was technology first used? What came next? Who invents technology? What do engineers do? What powers technology? What are technology's greatest 21st century achievements? What do computers do? What can robots do? How can you work with technology? What is the future of technology? This delightful series builds foundations for life-long learning by explaining big ideas to little people. Using simple language to explain complicated ideas, each book takes the core questions that relate to that subject and provides answers that make sense to young children. Stunning illustrations support the non-fiction narrative ensuring that our picture book approach feels fresh and different and allows children to recognise themselves in the book. AGES: 5 plus

Engaging first pop-ups featuring favourite animals and added play opportunities. Packed with fantastic fun and sturdy, colourful pop-ups, this First Pop-up and Play Book is a perfect introduction to favourite animals. With easy, rhyming text, and interactive play prompts, there's lots to learn and enjoy as you discover all about the animals in the world around us. The pop-up and mirror features will engage and entertain, while the join-in actions add an extra dimension to the reading experience. AGES: 1 plus AUTHOR: Angela Hewitt is one of those rare adults who has kept her vivid, childlike imagination, and this is reflected in her illustrations. Largely self-taught in illustration, she has been drawing since a young age, and with the support of her mum eventually made art her dream career. She loves a good book shop and can spend hours browsing the shelves children's books being her favourite! SELLING POINTS: . Featuring five favourite pop-ups and a mirror surprise . Full of fun and learning . Help develop communication and motor skills . Simple, fun, rhyming text

Artivities encourage exploration of both personal experiences and broader world perspectives through the engaging power of art. It is based on the artist Shilpa Gupta's original artivity sheets and her inflatable sculpture Untitled (2023). This new iteration has been developed collaboratively by Shilpa Gupta and therapist Rosie McGowan. The illustrated pages invite young minds to interact and navigate through complex emotions and reactions to conflict and other challenges. Thoughtfully designed, they engage children, parents, caregivers and teachers in a shared exploration of creativity, empathy and understanding. AGES: 5 plus AUTHOR: Shilpa Gupta is a contemporary Indian artist based in Mumbai, India. Gupta's artistic practise encompasses a wide range of mediums, including manipulated found objects, video art, interactive computer-based installations, and performance. Rosie McGowan employs experiential methods and incorporates a variety of counselling and creative modalities into her work.