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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.

This endearing picture book in rhyme is a love letter to bookshops and the space they provide for discovery and delight. A little boy adores visiting the old bookshop down Lemon Tree Lane with his grandpa – its nooks and crannies, its endless stories, and even the bookshop dog at the back. That is, until the day the owners box up the books, take down the shelves and lock the doors, and the bookshop is no more. But then something wonderful happens …

How To Help When You Really Want To HelpA heartwarming and tender look at some of the big and small ways we can make a difference in the world, from the team who created the multi-award-winning and bestselling What to Say When You Don't Know What to Say and What to Do When You Don't Know What to Do.Open arms.A friendly face.Showing how.Showing up.A warm-hearted exploration of some of the big and small ways we can all make a difference in the world, no matter our age - at home, around the neighborhood, at school, and in the community.How to Help When You Really Want to Help explores everyday situations, sharing how to spot opportunities for helping others and showing the comfort, happiness, and satisfaction that helping can bring.From award-winning and much-loved author Davina Bell and critically acclaimed illustrator Hilary Jean Tapper, How to Help shows little readers how to be an active participant in making the world a kinder place, no matter your age.Praise for What to Say When You Don't Know What to Say and What to Do When You Don't Know What to Do:'A soothing story with gentle tips on how to respond with compassion and care when life gets tricky ... The ideal book to gently encourage young readers to open up about their feelings' Sydney Morning Herald'A compassionate guide for children navigating unfamiliar situations and emotions . . . Bell's text interplays tenderly with Tapper's vignettes, spotlighting significant everyday moments and challenges . . . The book imparts strategies without being didactic' THE GUARDIAN, Best Australian Children's Books of 2023

When The Mountain WakesSomewhere, towards the beginning of time, a mountain rose from the ocean and came to rest above the clouds.Life sang a lullaby, and the mountain slept for many millions of years.Until one day, when the world became too silent for sleep ...From bestselling creator Matt Shanks comes a sweeping, profound and ambitious picture book. A powerful reflection on hope and healing, When the Mountain Wakes is a classic in the making.

The Butterfly House The house at the end of our road wasn't like the others. It was wild. Miss Brown lived there, all alone. At first I thought she was scary but maybe she just needed someone to bring her garden back to life?

Caring For The Earth (Disney: Winnie the Pooh)It’s up to us to find ways that we can keep and care for our home, the Earth, just like Winnie the Pooh and his friends treasure and appreciate the Hundred-Acre Wood. Learn about all the fun and important ways you can care for the Earth with Pooh!

Millie Fleur Saves The Night Garden Glen was afraid of the dark. Each night when the sun went down, all the lights in town turned on. The houses shone like the noon sun. Every house except for Millie Fleur La Fae's, of course. Millie Fleur knows there are enchanting things that can only be glimpsed in the dark. But ever since she moved to Garden Glen, her nighttime friends are nowhere to be found. Determined to welcome the dark back to town, Millie Fleur bakes delicious moon pies and plants a sweet-smelling moon garden. But before the night time creatures will return, Millie Fleur must convince the townspeople to be brave and turn out the lights. Millie Fleur Saves the Night is a delightfully peculiar story that encourages readers to find beauty in the darkness. A gorgeous companion to The New York Times bestseller Millie Fleur's Poison Garden, perfect for fans of The Dark by Lemony Snicket and Jon Klassen.

Can I Cuddle The Moon?(15Th Anniversary Edition)A gorgeous, fluffy baby owl is looking for someone to cuddle.While he makes some unusual suggestions—the sun, the stars, the moon—wise mother owl looks on, offering advice.A gentle, playful story that concludes with the very best type of cuddle—one from Mum!

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.

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 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.

HogbertMeet Hogbert - a baby boar with a big personality and a nose like no other! When Hogbert gets separated from his family, he finds himself all alone in the forest. Can he find his way home?Little Hogbert lives in a fairy-tale forest with his mummy and his brothers and sisters. One day, Mummy Pig decides it’s time for her babies to leave the nest for the first time – but they must remember to stick together … because the Big Bad Wolf could be about!When Hogbert sniffs out a super-tasty trail, he forgets Mummy Pig’s words and finds himself all alone. Luckily he meets some new animal friends along the way – whom sharp readers may recognize from some of their favorite fairy tales! Can Hogbert learn to follow his nose and lead his new pals back to the safety of their families?A lusciously illustrated story about making friends, taking your first steps towards independence, and learning to trust your instincts, from the creator of The Mermaid Moon and Margaret’s Unicorn.

The heartwarming tale of a brave kangaroo and her joey, inspired by true stories of courageous animal rescues around Australia, from the bestselling creators of Tippy & Jellybean.

A gorgeous picture book with an important message. I Believe is a picture book for all ages.I believe you can,I believe you will,Yes, I believe in you. Blair is feeling blue. Not a nice, happy, sparkly blue ... more like a holey sock on a winter’s day kind of blue. Luckily, Grandpa is there with to share an important message and to share with Blair that the world is full of colour ... beyond blue. Full of wisdom, kindness and the gift of perspective, this book gently explores how we can embrace blue days, and how failure is integral to success and building resilience and self-belief.