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"This is how the story begins... On a dark dark hill there was a dark dark town. In the dark dark town there was a dark dark street."Discover the classic children's story that has delighted generation after generation. A must-read for Halloween, discover the hilarious Funnybones stories. Packed with playful illustrations and easy-to-read text, discover this timeless bedtime story. "Children will love poring over the contrasting illustrations while joining in with the repetition. A great book for sharing together" - Book Trust
Introducing Waffles and Julius: a new grumpy/sunshine duo and the stars of this brilliantly funny, brand-new picture book. Focused on friendship and respecting each other’s differences, No Hugs Please comes from the mind of Ed Vere, the bestselling creator of Max the Brave and How to Be a Lion. Meet Waffles and Julius. Waffles loves hugs. Julius does not. Waffles would very much like to hug his friend Julius. Julius, however, prefers other things: most notably, cat-naps. But definitely not hugs. Waffles will wait until Julius is ready. It won't be so hard...will it? (Yes...it will.) Will Waffles get a hug?
The hilarious Crayons from the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day the Crayons Quit are back for another adventure – and this time they explore Duncan's playroom. Will they want to leave the crayon box for good after they make new friends? Duncan’s crayons just can’t seem to stay put! After convincing one group of crayons to go back to work after they wanted to quit and rescuing another group who got lost in the most inconvenient places, Duncan’s crayons have disappeared once more. But this time they’ve gone into his room to make friends. From Red Crayon, who fulfils his dream of driving a fire engine, to Blue Crayon, who meets a fashion doll desperately in need of a head, to fan favourite Esteban, who is off to tame a teddy bear (or as he would call it, a wild beast), each crayon has an exciting story to share about the new objects they’ve met and the new adventures they’ve had. The #1 New York Times bestselling team behind the international Crayons sensation have come together to create another clever and hilarious tale that will keep children – and grown-ups – laughing.
Step into a super-cute world of culinary kawaii creatures with this absolutely adorable colouring book, featuring over 60 adorable designs. Say hello to sushi bunnies, a puppy chef, and a host of other cheerful and charming foodie characters inside this enchanting colouring book. Let your imagination roam and your heart swell as you bring them to life with colour! These delightful illustrations are set within colourful backgrounds with helpful prompts to get you started. Perfect for children aged 3+.
Step into a super-cute world of kawaii creatures with this absolutely adorable colouring book, featuring over 60 adorable designs. Say hello to happy cupcakes, playful kitties, and a host of other cheerful and charming creatures inside this enchanting colouring book. Let your imagination roam and your heart swell as you bring them to life with colour! These delightful illustrations are set within colourful backgrounds with helpful prompts to get you started. Perfect for children aged 3+.
Who will be the first to win all the cards and be crowned champion? Match colourful characters in this classic game of snap. Suitable for two or more players Includes instructions 36 cards per pack
Young football fans will love the games, puzzles and activities in this BIG activity book. It's packed full of football-related scenarios, from training drills and skills to big matches and celebrations. Puzzles include spot the difference, matching games, mazes and finding the odd-one-out. Sticker pages include dressing the footballers, training time and arriving for the big final. Press-outs include a football shirt door hanger, cards for Snap! and pairs, finger-puppet footballers and goals to fold and make. Art activities include how to draw a striker, designing your own football strip and colouring in the cup winners.
This book is bursting with simple, yet satisfying things for little children to make using everyday and recycled materials. From fairy wands to superhero jet packs, and pebble pals to sock snowmen, there are over 60 irresistible activities to enjoy. Each one is clearly explained and illustrated and includes a photo of the finished project.
 A hilariously tempting picture-book treat, perfect for fans of Jon Klassen I found a cookie. It's just sitting there, all alone. I wonder who it belongs to? I'm sure they'll be along to get it any second now. Poor cookie. Poor lonely cookie. Poor lonely yummy cookie. When a bear finds a cookie just sitting there, all alone, what is he to do? Should he pass up this tasty treat, or will he give in to temptation? Or is there someone else who wants the cookie even more?! Oh No, George! by Chris Haughton meets Steve Antony's Please Mr Panda in this fabulous treat of a story by Kael Tudor Perfect for any readers who have ever wrestled with temptation...
A multi-award-winning laugh-out-loud picture book all about fish and how we absolutely must not trust them, illustrated by New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medal-winning Dan Santat. Have you ever noticed that fish spend all of their time under water? What are they plotting down there? And did you know that a group of fish is called a ‘school’? Exactly what are they learning in these ‘schools’? We must find answers. But one thing’s for sure. Whatever you do: Don’t. Trust. Fish.
There’s something SCARY lurking in the bathroom. It’s HUGE and it’s HAIRY but … the Don’t Panic Gang is RIGHT HERE TO HELP. Sumo Cat, Ninja Bird and King-Fu Worm will be with you zippety-quick (that’s faster than fast!) – saving you, saving me, saving THE WORLD! A sumo-stomping, ninja-popping, kung-fu leaping, all-action adventure featuring three unlikely superheroes and one surprise ending.
The Magic Pet Shop Series – 10 Book Collection Set by Matilda Rose is a delightful and enchanting collection perfect for young readers aged 5 and up. This captivating paperback set invites children into a world filled with magical pets, fun adventures, and heartwarming friendships. Each story in the series takes place at the whimsical Magic Pet Shop, where extraordinary creatures with unique powers help kids solve everyday challenges and learn valuable life lessons. From talking animals to pets that grant wishes, these books are filled with excitement, imagination, and charm, making them irresistible for young readers. Titles in this Set: Pugicorn Kitticorn Pugicorn and Hugicorn Starwhal La-La-Llama Pandarina Starpuff Elepop Sparkyfox Pugicorn and the Lovebug Pugicorn: Every year, young princesses and princes arrive at Mrs Paws' Magic Pet shop to pick a perfect unicorn pet. Kitticorn: Prince Miles likes things to go exactly as planned. He enjoys order and rules and he hates change.So when his beautiful, elegant new Kitticorn turns out to be curious and daring.. Pugicorn and Hugicorn: It's summer in Twinkleton-Under-Beanstalk, and Princess Ava and her magical pet Pugicorn are helping out at Mrs Paws' Pupicorn Training School! Starwhal: Millie the mermaid has come to the Magic Pet Shop. And she's in luck. There's a brand-new, super-special pet for sale ... Starwhal! La-La-Llama: There is going to be a talent competition in Twinkleton-Under-Beanstalk. All Prince Leo's friends are entering - and they want Leo to join them. Pandarina: Princess Skye is SO clumsy. There's no way she can dance at Queen Elsie's birthday ball with all her friends! Starpuff: Princess Sara is scared of EVERYTHING: storms, the dark and especially the Twinkleton Dragon. She's hoping her new pet Starpuff can protect her! Elepop: Meet Elepop, the magical baby elephant who blows rainbow bubbles from her trunk! Sparkyfox: Meet Sparkyfox, a lost little cub with a very special power . . . that's fading fast! Pugicorn and the Lovebug: Pugicorn, everyone's favourite magical pet, is back with an adorable new sidekick: the Lovebug!
Get ready for a magical and hilarious adventure about the most fantastic unicorn EVER!This book is NOT about a unicorn! Well . . . OK, maybe it is! But THIS unicorn has a horn that can turn into the most incredible things - a magic wand, a helicopter, even a space rocket! Join the hilarious adventure and prepare to be amazed by your brilliant new friend. With wonderful wordplay and a funny and sweet friendship at its heart, this is NOT a unicorn book to be missed! This fabulously funny story has stacks of appeal for both girls and boys - watch out for rockets, rainbows, helicopters, massive fish, ice cream sundaes and magical adventures. Shortlisted for the Laugh Out Loud Book Awards 2023! Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® song! Scan the code, hear the song.
Have you ever been a little anxious about going to a party?Jim Panzee doesn't feel like going to Porcupine's party. Parties mean dancing, and Jim really doesn't like dancing! But when his friends drag him along anyway, Jim decides it might be time to speak up!This hilarious sequel to Grumpy Monkey shows children that it's ok to dance to their own tune.
A fabulously funny tale... with a hint of BITE! Mabel's parents loved their daughter very much. But they also knew that Mabel was the kind of child who did things. You know ... THINGS. But every time Mabel's parents asked, "Why did you do this?!" Mabel would reply, "Actually, the ALLIGATOR did it." Join Mabel's parents as they try to uncover the truth. Is Mabel the culprit, or is she hiding a SNAPPY secret in her bedroom... Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen's This Is Not My Hat and Peter Bentley and Sara Ogilvie's Meet the Parents. Kael Tudor is the author of a whole host of hilarious books including One Goose, Two Moose and It's Not My Cookie Isobel Lundie is the illustrator of Waterstones Book of the Month author Louie Stowell's first picture book, A Midsummer Night's Drama
Explore the magical world of Ladybird Tales with this 10-book box set! Featuring classic stories such as "The Three Little Pigs" and "Cinderella," this collection will capture the imagination of young readers. With beautiful illustrations and engaging storytelling, this set is perfect for bedtime reading or introducing children to timeless tales. Titles in this Set: Cinderella Goldilocks and the Three Bears Hansel and Gretel Jack and the Beanstalk Little Red Riding Hood Pinocchio The Enormous Turnip The Gingerbread Man The Three Little Pigs The Ugly Duckling Ladybird Tales are based on the original Ladybird retellings, with beautiful pictures of the kind children like best – full of richness and detail. Children have always loved, and will always remember, these classic fairy tales and sharing them together is an experience to treasure. Ladybird has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children. This beautiful hardback collection is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+.
Read these classic story books in the Ladybird Tales Classic Collection 10 book box set. This collection contains such classics as Sleeping Beauty, Puss in Boots, Rapunzel and many more, with classic illustrations to give and old feel. This collection is perfect for children aged 5+ with an interest in classic stories. Titles in this set: Dick Whittington The Three Billy Goats Gruff The Elves and the Shoemaker Puss in Boots The Enormous Turnip Chicken Licken The Little Red Hen The Princess and the Pea Sleeping Beauty Rapunzel Dick Whittington This beautiful hardback Ladybird edition of Dick Whittington is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+. The tale is sensitively retold, retaining all the key parts of the story beginning with Dick setting off on his London adventure through to the loss of his cat and the riches his cat eventually brings him. The Three Billy Goats Gruff Ladybird has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children. This classic version of The Three Billy Goats Gruff is based on the original Ladybird retelling by Vera Southgate, with beautiful new illustrations of the kind children like best - full of richness and detail. An essential part of any child's bookshelf, Ladybird Tales are perfect for sharing together and creating memories to treasure forever. The Elves and the Shoemaker Fairy stories and traditional tales have a special place in the life of every child. Trust Ladybird to bring you all the best-loved titles in our famous small, hard-wearing format. The Elves and the Shoemaker is perfect for reading aloud, or for older, more confident readers to read by themselves. There are 24 Ladybird Tales to collect, so the only problem is which one to choose first Puss in Boots This beautiful hardback Ladybird edition of Puss in Boots is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+. Ladybird Tales are based on the original Ladybird retellings by Vera Southgate, with beautiful pictures of the kind children like best - full of richness and detail. Children have always loved, and will always remember, these classic fairy tales and sharing them together is an experience to treasure. Ladybird has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children. The Enormous Turnip This beautiful hardback Ladybird edition of The Enormous Turnip is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+. Ladybird Tales are based on the original Ladybird retellings by Vera Southgate, with beautiful pictures of the kind children like best - full of richness and detail. Children have always loved, and will always remember, these classic fairy tales and sharing them together is an experience to treasure. Ladybird has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children. Chicken Licken This beautiful hardback Ladybird edition of Chicken Licken is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+. The tale is sensitively retold, following Chicken Licken and his friends as they go to tell the king the sky is falling down. The Little Red Hen Fairy stories and traditional tales have a special place in the life of every child. Trust Ladybird to bring you all the best-loved titles in our famous small, hard-wearing format. This tale of The Little Red Hen is perfect for reading aloud, or for older, more confident readers to read by themselves. There are 24 Ladybird Tales to collect, so the only problem is which one to choose first The Princess and the Pea This beautiful hardback Ladybird edition of The Princess and the Pea is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+. The tale is sensitively retold, retaining all the key parts of the story beginning with the princess finding her way to the castle one stormy night, through to her sleepless night on top of twenty mattresses! Sleeping Beauty This beautiful hardback Ladybird edition of Sleeping Beauty is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+. The tale is sensitively retold, retaining all the key parts of the story beginning with Sleeping Beauty's birth through to the day she pricks her finger on her 15th birthday and falls asleep for one hundred years. Rapunzel This beautiful hardback Ladybird edition of Rapunzel is a perfect first illustrated introduction to this classic fairy tale for young readers from 3+. The tale is sensitively retold, retaining all the key parts of the story beginning with Rapunzel's imprisonment in the tower by a wicked witch through to her meeting and falling in love with a handsome prince.
Say goodbye to boredom with this fun-packed rhyming sticker activity book, sure to keep the little ones entertained for hours at home! Featuring everyone's favourite characters from the bestselling Oi Frog and Friends series. Oi!  Are you ready for some rhyming fun? Then jump right in and join Oi Frog and Friends in their very first sticker activity book! Jam-packed with animals and silliness, this colourful activity book is perfect for helping young children practise their rhyming skills. Stick gophers on sofas, lambs on jam, and puffins on muffins, come up with your own brilliantly silly rhymes ...  and lots more! The laughter never ends with Oi Frog and Friends! Oi Frog and Friends is a top ten bestselling series. Loved by children and parents, the books have won numerous awards, including the Laugh Out Loud Picture Book Award, and been shortlisted for many more!
Hank the goose is back in this anarchic follow up to Hank Goes Honk. Hank can be a little pesky, a little pecky and a teensy bit objectionable! But not today. Not when his little cousin Frank is here to visit. You see, Frank is sweet as a daisy and cute as a button. Butter wouldn't melt. So, Hank is going to be on his very best behaviour. In fact, they're both going to be little angels. Isn't that right, Hank? Frank? Guys?!Featuring super-stylish illustrations from Duncan Beedie (I Really Really Need a Wee, Agent Llama, Heavy Metal Badger) and a deadpan, contemporary narrative voice, Hank Meets Frank is part of the hilarious World of Hank series of picture and board books. With a loveable anti-hero, fans of Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! by Mo Willems, The Bad Seed by Jory John and Pete Oswald, and I Can Only Draw Worms by Will Mabbitt are sure to have a HONK-ingly good time.
Enter a magical, colourful world in The Great Unicorn Escape – an enchanting, unicorn-filled tale about siblings and looking after each other . . . and baby dragons! From the award-winning, bestselling Diane Ewen. Norrie and her little sister Star are two unicorns that live in a magical forest near Norrie's best friend, Louella. Little sisters can be a bit annoying – Star likes to copy almost everything Norrie does, and she always wants to join in whatever she's doing. But when Star disappears everyone joins together to help Norrie find her. They search far and wide, and what they find is a BIG surprise . . . A heartfelt story about sisters, and how looking after each other might just be the most fun of all!
Join Danny and Dinosaur at the Galaxy Cup football final! When the sneaky, cheating Saturn Slimers cover Danny’s favourite team in goo, Dino and Danny need to come up with a game plan...Can Dino’s rumbling tummy save the day?With rip-roaring rhyme and laugh-out-loud silliness, the Dinosaur that Pooped series has sold over 1.5 million copies around the world!Danny and Dino were really excited. A big football final – and they were invited!The Galaxy Cup was about to take placeon planet Galaxis, out in deep space. This hilarious addition to the lift-the-flap series features a host of hidden surprises. The poop-filled adventure is written by bestselling author duo Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, and brought to life by the proposterously talented Garry Parsons!A brilliant addition to this ridiculously funny picture book series, which includes:The Dinosaur that Pooped ChristmasThe Dinosaur that Pooped a PlanetThe Dinosaur that Pooped the PastThe Dinosaur that Pooped the BedThe Dinosaur that Pooped a PrincessThe Dinosaur that Pooped a Pirate
Spot all kinds of woodland animals in this enchanting book and jigsaw set. The box contains three simple 9-piece jigsaws and a beautifully illustrated book. Little children can recreate three of the colourful illustrations by completing the jigsaws, and have fun spotting details from the forest scenes in the book. Each jigsaw measures 17 x 17cm once complete.
Join Bluey and her friends for a game of Shadowlands! On a picnic in the park, Bluey, Coco and Snickers play a game of Shadowlands. But when Coco keeps on taking shortcuts, Bluey shows her that following the rules can make the game even more fun. 
Bluey and Bingo love their mum, and she loves them! They do all sorts of fun (and not as fun) things together, like scooter rides, dancing and reading bedtime stories. Discover all of Chilli's special mum skills in this touching and humorous book. What other adventures will you go on with Bluey? 
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