CHILDRENS BOOKS

Guinness World Records 2026In 1951, Sir Hugh Beaver, the then managing director of the Guinness Brewery, went on a shooting party and became involved in an argument. Which was the fastest game bird in Europe - the golden plover or the grouse? He realized then that a book supplying the answers to this sort of question might prove popular. He was right!Sir Hugh's idea became reality when Norris and Ross McWhirter, who had been running a fact-finding agency in London, were commissioned to compile what became The Guinness Book of Records. The first edition was bound on August 27, 1955, and went to the top of the British bestseller lists by Christmas that year. Since then, Guinness World Records™ has become a household name and the global leader in world records. No other enterprise collects, confirms, accredits and presents world record data with the same investment in comprehensiveness and authenticity.

Jonathan Drori CBE is a Trustee of The Eden Project and Cambridge Science Centre, an Ambassador for the WWF and was for nine years a Trustee of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and The Woodland Trust. He is on the board of Cambridge University Botanic Garden, and is a Fellow of the Linnean Society, the Zoological Society of London and the Royal Geographical Society. He continues to take a keen interest in plants; especially economic botany, ethnopharmacology and plant genetic resources, and has accompanied several Kew botanical expeditions, making short films about their discoveries.Raxenne Maniquiz is an illustrator and graphic designer based in the Philippines, whose work is often bursting with native botanicals. No matter the subject matter, her skillful handling of deep, painterly strokes and brilliant contrasting colours always breeds beautiful results. Raxenne's finely textured illustrations and signature colourful backgrounds have emblazoned branding campaigns, product packaging, apparel, stationery and murals, not to mention lighting up multiple publications.Jiatong Liu is a Chinese born illustrator who lives in London. He went to Kingston university to study illustration in 2019. After finishing his master's degree, he became a freelance illustrator and teacher in 2021. As a young talent illustrator, he has won several prestigious awards for his illustration work during these two years, including Communication Arts, Young Ones ADC and 3X3 award. Liu has developed quite a distinctive style that reflects the visuals of his wildest dreams. His ability to manifest the world from his imagination into these unique pieces makes him a true visionary.

Discover the Dragons is a fun card game where you can put your memory skills to the test and learn about the diverse dragons of the world while you play.

Find all the Doctors in this jam-packed search-and-find book!Where is the Doctor? The time travelling Time Lord could be anywhere in time and space in these incredibly detailed intergalactic images. Search through the Weeping Angels, dig through the Daleks and trawl through the Toymaker's toys to find the Doctor and the TARDIS!

Julia Donaldson is the author of some of the world's best-loved children's books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, which together have sold over 17 million copies worldwide, and the hugely successful What the Ladybird Heard adventures. Julia also writes fiction, including the Princess Mirror-Belle books illustrated by Lydia Monks, as well as poems, plays and songs – and her brilliant live shows are always in demand. She was Children’s Laureate 2011-13 and has been honoured with a CBE for Services to Literature. Julia and her husband Malcolm divide their time between West Sussex and Edinburgh. Sara Ogilvie is an award-winning illustrator and printmaker who won the 2011 Booktrust Best New Illustrator Award. The first picture book that she illustrated, Dogs Don't Do Ballet, was also shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize. In addition to working on her picture books, Sara lectures in Illustration and Graphic Design at Northumbria University and continues to create work that is exhibited worldwide. She is inspired by many things including second-hand bookshops, old wives tales and trying to spell sounds. Sara lives in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Grow Big, Little Seed is a tender, hopeful picture book about miscarriage and pregnancy after loss. Illustrated by the papercut artist Sarah Capon (@eyepicturedthis), it's perfect for children aged 2 to 7 and any family celebrating their new baby.Exciting things were happening in Nina’s home. ‘While we wait,’ said Mum, ‘let's plant a seed and watch it grow.’ When Nina plants a pumpkin seed, she imagines herself and a little sister playing in the leaves of a large pumpkin plant. Nina’s mum is pregnant and it seems that Nina’s dreams may soon come true. But despite Nina’s loving care, her seedling stops growing as her mother’s pregnancy ends early.As time goes by, her mother is pregnant again, and Nina finds the courage to plant another seed. This time, Nina’s seedling grows and grows, and her family embraces a joyful surprise with not one but two rainbow babies.The perfect picture book to share with any growing family.

Meet Claris, the chicest mouse in Paris, in her very first adventure! Discover how Claris came to live in the city of lights in this beloved and best-selling picture book about courage, compassion and a stylish little mouse, from acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess. Claris is an adorable mouse who dreams of moving to Paris to follow her fashion dreams. One day, she bravely takes the leap – only to find a mean little girl with a horrible-looking cat standing in the way of her perfect Parisian apartment! Can Claris use all her wit, warmth and – of course – style to make her dreams come true? Compassion is always in fashion in this beloved series by acclaimed children's author and fashion illustrator Megan Hess. These stunning stories are told in delightful rhyme and feature an abundance of adorable animal characters. With more than a million children's books in print, Megan Hess's beautiful rhyming picture books are adored worldwide. She is the creator of three best-selling picture-book series for children: Claris, World of Claris and the Young Queens Collection. <p>Perfect for: </p><ul><li>Readers aged 3-6 who love dress-ups, gentle adventure and friendship stories </li><li>Readers of all ages who love all things fashion and style! </li><li>Fans of sparklingly fun picture books such as Eloise and Olivia. </li><li>Gift-buyers looking for a dazzlingly beautiful, rhyming picture book </li></ul><p>Discover the world of Claris with more gorgeous adventures: </p><ol reversed><li>The Chicest Mouse in Paris </li><li>Fashion Show Fiasco </li><li>Bonjour Riviera </li><li>Holiday Heist </li><li>Palace Party </li><li>The Secret Crown </li><li>Pasta Disaster </li><li>Magnificent Mess </li></ol>

Claris: Fashion Show Fiasco Claris is off to Paris Fashion Week in this delightful second adventure from the best-selling series by acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess.'But oh no!' Claris cried, and her heart gave a tug.Madame's invitation was still on the rug!Without it she would be declined at the door.She'd miss out on Chanel, and perhaps even more ...When Claris's family leaves behind their invite to Paris Fashion Week, this brave little mouse has only one choice: an exciting dash through the streets of Paris in a race against the clock!Compassion is always in fashion in this beloved series by acclaimed children's author and fashion illustrator Megan Hess. These stunning stories are told in delightful rhyme and feature an abundance of adorable animal characters. With more than a million children's books in print, Megan Hess's beautiful rhyming picture books are adored worldwide. She is the creator of three best-selling picture-book series for children: Claris, World of Claris, and the Young Queens Collection. Perfect for: - Readers aged 3-6 who love dress-ups, gentle adventure, and friendship stories- Readers of all ages who love all things fashion and style!- Fans of sparklingly fun picture books such as Eloise and Olivia.- Gift-buyers looking for a dazzlingly beautiful, rhyming picture bookDiscover the world of Claris with more gorgeous adventures: 1. The Chicest Mouse in Paris2. Fashion Show Fiasco3. Bonjour Riviera4. Holiday Heist5. Palace Party6. The Secret Crown7. Pasta Disaster8. Magnificent Mess

Renewable ResourcesAs the world suffers the consequences of climate change, there is still hope. Scientists, engineers, inventors and companies are working hard to make real change. We no longer have to rely on the conventional power sources of oil, coal and gas. Instead, we can look to the future for energy that is good for the planet and for us. From solar to geothermal power, you will learn how the choices we make every day affect our future, for better or worse.Embark on a scientific journey with the DeadlyScience books, an engaging series created with Corey Tutt, the 2020 NSW Young Australian of the Year. Perfect for schools, libraries, and curious young minds, these books explore captivating topics while incorporating Indigenous knowledge.

Wild Weather Extreme weather events, from bushfires to floods, and sudden geological changes, from earthquakes to tsunamis, have an enormous impact on our planet. In this book, students investigate different examples of extreme weather, focusing on examples from around Australia, and learn how these events affect living and non-living aspects of the environment. Students will investigate the past, learning how Indigenous Australians have recorded and documented geological events, and also look to the future, focusing on how science is giving us better understanding of weather patterns and events, and new tools for managing natural disasters. Embark on a scientific journey with the DeadlyScience books, an engaging series created with Corey Tutt, the 2020 NSW Young Australian of the Year. Perfect for schools, libraries, and curious young minds, these books explore captivating topics while incorporating Indigenous knowledge.

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)

The Solar SystemFrom planets made of gas, to stars made of fire, our vast Solar System is filled with mysteries still to be explored and solved. Did you know that the world’s first astronomers were Indigenous Australians over 35,000 years ago? These Australians were the first humans to closely observe and note the movement of the planet and stars in space. So, buckle up and get ready to navigate the nebulas and comets with us as we explore space and begin to unravel the intricacies of our little corner of the Milky Way.Embark on a scientific journey with the DeadlyScience books, an engaging series created with Corey Tutt, the 2020 NSW Young Australian of the Year. Perfect for schools, libraries, and curious young minds, these books explore captivating topics while incorporating Indigenous knowledge.

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.

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.