Emily is a helpful little girl, so when her mummy is worried that Daisy the cow will escape into the clover field through a hole in the fence, she offers to go and look after Daisy for the day. On the way, she meets a big dog, a boastful boy and an old man with a sack.
Little Hare and Grandpa were good friends. They spent lots of time together. Grandpa had aches and pains in his joints and could only hop slowly. As for Little Hare, he hadn't learned how to hop. This is a tale about how Little Hare takes his first hop. It is suitable for ages 3+.
Ordinary chickens might be satisfied to peck and scratch and roost in the coop. Not the sassy, stylish Carla! She hatches a plan that will take her from the barnyard to the bright lights - that is, if she can foil the sneaky schemes of four mischievous hens. Is Carla's Feather and Fur Show any match for the Scratch Soul Sisters?
Every night, the shoemaker leaves leather on his workbench to sew the next day. But every morning, he finds the leather replaced with new shoes. Who could be making them? Encourage and support your childs reading with the Gold Stars readers range. Your child can have fun re-enacting parts of the story with the colour stickers and fold-out scene. The word review pages help to reinforce and encourage success. This book has 29 pages and is 18.8cm x 18.6cm x 1cm
Comprises of two stories: The Teatime of Doom and The Case of the Baboon Bandit. In The Teatime of Doom, our heroes are faced with a Level 6 Cake Emergency as cakes suddenly disappear from bakeries across the country. Without a mid-afternoon treat, the very icing of society would dissolve. Can the SAAS recover the precious pastries in time?
Tells the wonderful, mysterious and often funny stories behind famous inventions. This title features flaps revealing detailed artwork to show the hidden workings inside inventions. It explains the differences between discovery, invention and innovation, and how these three aspects unite.
A vernal pool is a special pond that's just right for frogs, salamanders, and other animals. The ecology of the pool is special, too. That's what makes it frog heaven. With facts and photographs, this title takes young readers to a vernal pool in a forest to show how wood frogs, treefrogs, salamanders, and other creatures survive and thrive.
Bob receives mystery cards and finds presents waiting for him on the moon - but from whom? His friends and family join him for a party in the craters and pose for a portrait; they eat a delicious party lunch and play games; then defy the zero gravity on the bouncy castle - but who could have arranged all of this? Not aliens... surely!
I'm hiding, said Tumpty. You can't see me! But everyone CAN see Tumpty, upside down under a large cardboard box, behind a pot plant. It's very funny. But later when they really can't find Tumpty - not in the cupboard or behind the curtain or in the biscuit tin - suddenly it isn't funny at all.
Little Mouse has found a delicious-looking apple and doesn't want to share a bite. So he buries it and no matter how many of his friends ask what he's hidden, Little Mouse won't tell. But when a tree sprouts from the seeds of the fruit, there are enough apples for everyone and Little Mouse realises some secrets are even better when they're shared.
Suitable for ages 4-8, this book tells the story of a greyhound who, despite her best efforts, cannot win a race. Devastated and in the midst of an identity crisis, she embarks on a journey to find her role in the world. If she can't race, what can she do?
Marge and Lola have hit the big time! The dancing duo is ready to rock 'n' roll their way across the country, touring with the great Elvis Poultry. But when the lights go down and the curtain goes up, stage fright sets in. Will our two beloved chickens be
Winnie loves the nearby museum. It's full of fascinating things, especially in the dinosaur room. When an exciting competition is announced to draw or make a model of a dinosaur Winnie can't wait to take part. But what did dinosaurs look like? Winnie wave
Ella is a little ladybird with big dreams. Her ugly wasp stepsisters make her do all the housework, all of the time, and Ella feels very sad. Then one day the famous Parisian artist Pierre decides to throw a Grand Bug Ball - and Ella's life is about to change forever...
Little Bear is so excited. He's going to sleep in his very own bedroom for the first time ever. But without his big brother there, Little Bear's new bedroom seems a bit scary. It's full of strange shadows and noises, and he's sure there's a monster that wants to eat him. After all, there's no such thing as monsters or is there?
The parents of beaver kids, Nip and Tuck, think their offspring are too young to help build the new dam. When disaster strikes the dam in their parents' absence, the other animals fear that the pond is doomed. But, much to everyone's surprise, Nip and Tuck spring to the rescue, fixing the dam, saving the pond and becoming the heroes of the day.
Sir Charlie Stinky Socks embarks on a truly terrifying quest to bring back not one but TWO bits of long, lost treasure... Following a musty, dusty map Sir Charlie Stinky Socks, his faithful cat Envelope and - of course- his good grey mare, enter a scary u
Bear and Bird were best friends. They lived together in a house Bear had made for them, in the middle of a beautiful forest. One very cold evening, Bird put all the firewood they had gathered on to the fire. Bear gave a deep sigh and went out into the sno
A collection of over 115 stories illustrated throughout with colourful and lively drawings. It includes four chapters each featuring a different cast of cute animal characters: Five Minute Teddy Bear Tales, Five Minute Farmyard Tales, Five Minute Kit
Twenty-five years ago the Kingdom of Valdonia was under siege by an army of darkness. The magical forces of good only had one hope - a chosen one destined to lead them to victory. Douglas Peterson was that hero. Only he wasn't. He was an 8-year-old boy from Earth scared out of his mind.
Born without wings, Arnold goes searching for his wings and for answers to his many questions. Through his travels, he learns that one of his special qualities will take him as far as his wings would, if not farther. This work presents the story of young horse, and is intended for both adults and the children.
Eleven-year-old Arn is walking through the countryside in Cambodia. His whole town is walking with him. They're walking into one of the most tragic moments of history: the Killing Fields. Music will save him. Hope, luck and kindness will save him. This bo
With colour illustrations, this work features two stories that includes: a tale of a group of charming sea creatures, each with their own individual personalities, and a Christmas story, of a young girl, Lucy, who befriends a group of animals which live beneath a tree at the bottom of her garden; a squirrel, a rabbit, a hedgehog and a mole.
A book about the simple adventures of one intrepid little snake. As he wanders through a variety of bright, textured landscapes, growing longer and longer on each page, the snake's spots seem to magically change colour every time the page is turned. The snake itself is printed on a yellow ribbon.
It seems like everyone; her mother, her teacher, even other girls and boys, is telling Cassandra that she just can't do anything right, whether it's tidying her room or painting a picture. No wonder she feels misunderstood and alone. But then she meets a very special angel who shares a secret that will help Cassandra light up the world.
Recounts the adventures of the top-secret government department 'The Ministry of Letters', the place where all the letters and all the words in the world are created. This title tells the story of 'Operation Alphabet', one of the most famous adventures ever to have happened to the letters who work in the Ministry.
Monsieur Degas likes to paint the students while they practice in ballet class, they've inspired many of his beautiful paintings. But one day he mistakenly leaves his bag of paints in the dance studio and takes a young ballerina's bag instead, which contains her new tutu for the evening's recital.
Gives an introduction to conservation for very young children, using rhythmic language, novelty surprises and ten engaging endangered animals. This book is about environmental conservation for the youngest readers. It features cut-paper illustrations of animals in their habitats, along with oversized flaps and die-cuts.
Little Bear has found a little-bear-sized cave to play in, and when night falls, he decides to sleep there too. But, as he looks out of his cave at the moon shining through the dark trees, Little Bear starts to wonder whether Big Bear might not be lonely without him. This is the fifth book in the Big and Little Bear series.
Follow plucky Princess Arabella's adventures as she goes out in search of some stolen jewels and comes back with an unusual friend. 3-D pages allow readers to peek through windows and doors and explore three layers of colourful and charming illustrations.
Doodle is feeling bitey. And what better to bite than a big bottom - Tumpty's. But poor sore Tumpty is so upset he stamps on Doodle's tail and now both of them are upset and before long everyone is upset. When Doodle and Tumpty apologize, everyone can be happy again. But Doodle is still feeling just a little bit bite.
An autumn story that describes the woodland adventures of two acorn children who get carried away by the blustery autumn wind. Mr Squirrel and Hazel, the youngest Hazelnut child, go off in search of them and encounter a grumpy troll and the Chestnut boys along the way.
Stick Man lives in the family tree With his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three. But it's dangerous being a Stick Man. A dog wants to play with him, a swan builds her nest with him. He even ends up on a fire! Will he ever get back to the family tree?
Big sister elephant Bella teases little brother Billy because he can't squirt water through his trunk. But when Bella's mischief lands them both in trouble, Billy not only comes to her rescue, but gives Bella her comeuppance as well. Both siblings are surprised to discover that the most challenging achievements sometimes happen by accident. Age 1+.
To accompany the release of the live action movie of The Cat in the Hat, starring Mike Myers, HarperCollins are proud to present this bumper bind-up of three of Dr. Suess's most popular books: The Cat in the Hat, The Cat in the Hat Comes Back and Dr. Seuss's ABC.
Meet Boris - he's a very loving little monster! Orange, hairy and over-enthusiastic, Boris means well, but always ends up getting carried away and spoiling things. Here, the reader is asked to help Boris brush his hair ready for his trip to the park - and gets smothered in grateful kisses.
Flippy and Friends pack their bags and hit the open road. From the beaches to the big city, Flippy and his friends sing, dance, swim, laugh, and grin their way from one amazing place to another discovering a new-found passion for all the wonder that exists in the world.
When Laura finds a little duckling, hurt and all alone, she takes him home and cuddles him warm. Day by day she helps him grow bigger and stronger, and the two become firm friends. But then one day the duckling hears the call of the wild ducks, and Laura
Join everyone's favourite firefighter, Fireman Sam, in two exciting adventures based on the brand-new TV series. These two story books are perfect for bedtime reading aloud with small children, who will delight in the crew's comical adventures. The stories combine the humour of the TV series with high-quality digital images. When accident-prone Mandy and Norman go in search of buried treasure, the pair soon find themselves in deep water. Sam and the crew are called to perform their most dramatic rescue yet!
This book is 22.9cm x 21cm x 0.3cm
The charming, energetic little pig, is back in a sequel to Olivia. What did you do over the holidays? her teacher asks the class. And off goes Olivia into a fantasy world of lions, tigers, scooters and clowns as she recounts how she - and she alone - saved the circus!
Lionel is going to a party today, so he must do something about his bad hair. He finds a barber who has lots of crazy suggestions for hairstyles, from dandelion hair to octopus hair! Will Lionel find a style that suits him, and what will be the surprise ending?
Pocket is a little rabbit who wishes - from his whiskers to his bunny feet - that he might know the meaning of Christmas. When he hops out of his burrow on Christmas morning, Pocket finds some footprints left by children who have been playing in the snow.
Suitable for ages 4 to 8 years, this collection of images teaches children the ABCs against the backdrop of simple farm life in central Illinois. It features Earl and Pearl Barker, human-sized canines who, from apples to zinnias, ride horses, play checkers, tend to farm animals, and fill a wheelbarrow with cookies.
In the land of the midnight sun, all the animals are having fun speeding down the hill on Caribou's sled. But as they go faster and faster, Seal, Hare, Walrus and the others all fall off until just Caribou's left, only and lonely. Now, a reindeer likes flying, but never alone, so one to ten, all leap on again.
When King Colin's golden pants go missing, he calls for Sir Scallywag, the bravest knight in the land. But.. .Sir Scallywag is only 6 years old and with an evil giant to pursue, it's nearly mission impossible. With his trusted steed Doofus at his side, Sir Scallywag proves that even the unlikeliest hero can be the bravest knight of all.
It's 1914 when everything changes for a group of boys growing up and playing football in the Suffolk countryside. Far away, in a place called Sarajevo, an Archduke has been killed and a web of global events results in a call for all British men to do their duty 'for King and Country' and join the army to fight the Germans overseas.
Whether she is getting excited about the new pier, trying to cheer up Grannie Island in time for Granma Mainland's big day, singing naughty songs at the Grand Concert or solving riddles to get back in everyone's good books, Katie Morag is always up to something.
A family finds a penguin mysteriously delivered to their door for every day of the year. At first they're cute, but with every passing day, the penguins pile up. Feeding, cleaning and housing the penguins becomes a monumental task. They're noisy, smelly and they always hog the bathroom! And who on earth is sending these squawking birds?
Atlantis, Troy, Avalon and Shambhala - worlds long abandoned, forgotten or buried in the mists of time, brought back to life by eminent Tolkien illustrator John Howe has delved into the secrets of history to unearth cities from their hidden depths and mysterious pasts.
King Kong is a giant gorilla, a monster of an ape, who lives on a remote island. The beast falls for a beautiful girl, Ann Darrow, and desperate to have her, he finds himself lured into captivity. He is brought to civilization and put on show, but when he sees Ann, he breaks his heavy chains and begins to wreak havoc on the streets of New York.
When Lucy's dad paints her bedroom wall white, Lucy knows that it isn't JUST white - it's a white monster, standing in the whitenow. And the monster wants an adventure! An endearing tale about the magic of imagination, and the importance of friendship.
A collection of Greek myths, featuring the Greek heroes and monsters, with six stories starring Perseus and Medusa, Pegasus, Heracles, Odysseus, the Wooden Horse and the Minotaur. It includes a section after the stories that gives more details on the various gods and other Greek myths.
A little girl is transported with the help of magic glasses from the tedium of a summer afternoon into an exciting world of mangrove swamps, spluttering volcanoes and sea where birds fly upside down and wild things threaten to pounce. But she is not alone.
Little Dragon is not like other dragons. He can't fly, he can't breathe fire and he's not very scary. But being able to cry golden tears has its rewards and Little Dragon has saved up enough to buy his adopted family a lovely new house. But there are a few sitting (or rather, hovering!) tenants to contend with...
Get your paws sticky with Paddington in this fun-filled family cook book! From bear-shaped cookies to marmalade sausages, with treats from around the world, there is something for everyone in this unique collection of recipes. The perfect gift for Padding
One of the most beloved children's stories of all time is back in this beautifully illustrated edition. Here, with Carroll's incomparable text, is an absolute treasure trove of the countless ways artists have imagined Alice over the decades. Full color.
The children of the forest live deep in the roots of an old pine tree. They collect wild mushrooms and blueberries and shelter under toadstools when it rains. They play with the squirrels and frogs, and when autumn comes, they collect and prepare food to see them through the long winter, until the warm spring breeze starts to blow.
There was once a Nanny Goat who wanted kids more than anything in the world, but she couldn't have any of her own. Adopting seems like the perfect solution, but the kid she adopts is different to the others - in fact, he's a tiger cub! But the Nanny Goat doesn't care.
The Meanles want to sneeze sunny, laughing Pepperland away for ever, and if they get their way, it'll mean the end of music. But there's hope - young Fred manages to climb aboard the Yellow Submarine and escape, travelling 80, 000 leagues through monstrous seas to Liverpool, where he finds four fab musicians who might just be able to help...
Step into the magical world of Child's Play fairy tales... Traditional tales are a well-established part of all cultures. Retold from the originals, these lively stories will captivate readers with their delightful illustrations and fun lift-up flaps whic
Story is the oldest and most profound device of human learning, and of change. This work contains stories of true magic, of power, and of our personal, god-given power to change the world and live lives filled with enchantment. It is suitable for children.
Cat was small and Dog was big, and whatever Dog did, Cat did too... Dog is fed up with Cat copying everything she does. But when Cat stays away, Dog realises that playing alone is not nearly as much fun. A charming story about friendship, sharing and play
Join Babar, Celeste, Arthur, Zephir, and all the other characters of Celesteville as they take young readers on a romp through the alphabet. In this book, crocodiles chase crows, geese go through the garden gate, kittens love kisses, and pigs wear purple pyjamas.
Fun, bold colourful illustrations make these action-packed books are a little boy's dream. Turn the pages to reveal a pop-up vehicle that springs to life before your eyes. Go on an adventure and watch the carriages chug past the grazing cattle or marvel at the super-sleek bullet train speeding along the tracks.
Hwei Min, the only daughter of the emperor of China, has been blind since she was born. Her father offers a reward to anyone who can find a cure for the little girl. It seems that no one, from magicians to physicians, can help her. Then one day, a wise old man with a mysterious seeing stick visits the princess.
Step into the magical world of Child's Play fairy tales... Traditional tales are a well-established part of all cultures. These lively stories will captivate readers with their delightful illustrations and fun lift-up flaps. The flaps encourage prediction
One day, Elmer notices that there are no birds around. How strange! Soon he finds them hiding from the nasty bully bird in a nearby cave. The bully bird is mean and likes to frighten the little birds. Led by Elmer, the animals work together to frighten off the bully - and succeed!
When the hunter's children fall out of their cradle in the woods, a kind mother rabbit takes them home and cares for them. She makes them rabbit suits to keep them warm and they play happily with her rabbit children. Meanwhile the hunter searches desperately for his children. He comes across some rabbits, which run away in fear.
Bad frogs wear bad hats. Bad frogs wear dark glasses and ride their skateboards where they shouldn't. They slouch, chew gum and they never brush their teeth. Could they be good? Crunch their toast quietly? And dress up in tutus? Not a chance! They'll be Bad Frogs... for ever.
Why is the rainbow getting shorter? Tillie discovers Hecatey the Hideous, King of the Hobgoblins is up to no good, and the beautiful sprites who create the rainbows are counting on Tillie to stop him. This book is suitable for both children and grown-ups, reminding us that magic is for all ages, not just for little children.
Wonderful bold colourful illustrations make these action-packed books are a little boy's dream. Turn the pages to reveal a pop-up vehicle that springs to life before your eyes. Five of the world's fastest, coolest, wildest cars are featured from a rally to a racing car, a vintage car and a safari jeep all brought to life with zappy text.
Pearl Barker has just discovered the wonders of e-mail, cell phones, texting, and instant messaging. Soon Pearl becomes more interested in staying at the computer or on the cell phone than going outside. She neglects her duties and becomes homebound. Earl, her husband, feels lonesome and rejected.
Part of the See Inside series, this book enables readers to go on a journey to the centre of the earth and back. It uses embedded flaps to explain the world under our feet, from plants and animals to underground trains and pipes, right through to the earth's core past gold mines, stalagmites and fossils.
Features Harry and the Snow King, Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs, Harry and the Robots, and more. This collection of stories tells about how Harry first found his beloved dinosaurs, their adventures together in the scary swamp and discover just how brave they all are when they visit the dentist. It consists of two stories just about Harry.
Babar and his friends help children count from one to 20. During a walk with Zephir the monkey, they spy one maribou bird, two hot-air balloons, three race cars, and so on. At the end of the book there is a special reward: a royal certificate that affirms the reader's new skill - counting to 20.
When the National Animal Chorus gathers to perform the immortal works of Mr Herbert Timberteeth, the performance doesn't go exactly as planned. Mr Timberteeth has some preconceived notions of what animals like to do that are reflected in his songs, but it turns out that lions prefer flower-arranging to prowling!
Pipkin the smallest penguin is always asking questions, but what he wants to know most of all is how big is a million? This picture book helps children understand the concept of big numbers. It also includes a fold-out poster that shows Pipkin looking at the sky, printed with exactly one million stars.
A magical picture book following Pipkin, the little penguin with big ideas as he travels back through time to find out 'How Big was a Dinosaur?' It also comes with a giant fold-out poster showing all the dinosaurs Pipkin meets, including the great big one at the end.
Pipkin the very small penguin is always asking very big questions. As always, Pipkin goes on an adventure to find the answer to his question, and returns home in time for bed. When Pipkin the penguin's baby sister hatches, he finds out that baby penguins come from eggs.
Features a tale of conflict begun by those who are too afraid to address why they are fighting in the first place. This book presents a child's interpretation of how silly people can be when they fight. It is designed to help parents begin a conversation about conflict with their children. It is suitable for ages four to eight years.
A lift-the-flap, fold-out book that contains 50 flaps to lift, and a unique rodeo event on the various coloured spreads - Grand Entry Parade, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Cutting Competition, Mutton Busting, Calf Scramble, Barrel Racing, Calf Roping, Bull Riding, and a Square Dance with a cowboy band.
Jack has a brand new tricycle and Stanley is sure he will get to have a go on it too. When Jack proves to be a little less than willing, Grandpa steps in to cheer up his grandson with a lovely surprise. This illustrated book is about sharing that is suitable for grandchild and grandparent alike.
Lets you take a trip down Spooky Street and join Mr Weir the Wolf as he guides you along Spooky Street. This title introduces the mysterious Mrs Hubble in Cauldron Cottage, the gruesome Blod family at Gory Grange and the sinister Scareys before joining Mr Weir's own family at The Howlings for a bite to eat.
Calvin is one unusual starling. While his siblings and cousins learn to fly, this rare bird lets his imagination soar while reading about pirates, dinosaurs and other fascinating things. The other birds call him 'geeky beaky', but Calvin just ruffles his feathers and buries his beak in a book.
Ben likes nothing more than to go over to Peter's house. When the two friends play together, Ben can be anything he wants: a pirate, a musician, a cook. But when it comes to sleepovers, all Ben can think about is going home. He doesn't like the strange bed or the unfamiliar noises in the night. This book is a sequel to the bestseller Big Ben.
Tractors are amazing. This book provides information on tractors, with pages that help feel how big and bumpy the tyres are. It lets children lift the flap and find out what's under the bonnet, press a button and listen to the noise they make, and learn about the wonderful world of tractors using all their senses, in a fantastic tractor adventure.
Little Brown Bear has a very special wish. He wants to find the best birthday present in the whole world for his mummy. And then he sees it - a glittering, magical star. Perfect! But how does one little bear catch a star from high in the sky and make his dearest wish come true?
A fabulous flap book for older children showing the houses built by people around the world in different historical eras. Stunning illustrations and over 80 flaps reveal the house interiors as well as fascinating historical facts about how people lived long ago. Scenes include an Egyptian Villa, a Viking longhouse and an English manor.
A little boy's grandpa tells him stories whenever he visits. He tells how nothing ever seemed to hurt him. Every morning as a boy, he would run past the big statue of an angel on his way to school, and bullies, buses, high trees, deep lakes - none could touch him. Ages 5+ years.
Bored and lonely in his home in space, the Moon Man watches the people on Earth dancing and having a good time. Just once, he thinks, he would like to join in the fun. So one night, he holds on to a passing comet and crash lands on Earth. But the unexpected arrival of this mysterious visitor causes panic, and the Moon Man is thrown into jail.
Two imaginative cows, Joanna and Susanna, dream of roaming the range as cowgirls. They ride horses, camp out, rope steers, and sing of dancing by the light of the moooooon. In their daydream, Joanna and Susanna face dangers and new experiences, but the real fun comes from escaping the pasture together - as a team.
A collection of eight classic nursery stories. It includes: Little Red Riding Hood, The Three Billy Goats Gruff, The Enormous Turnip, Henny Penny, Goldilocks and The Three Bears, The Little Red Hen, The Three Little Pigs, and The Musicians of Bremen.
Far, far away on planet Ooogle lives Ooogle-Doogle. He's shy, sweet and VERY neat. Then, one morning, he finds a Boogle in his garden, and he is VERY SCARED! But the Boogle is not scary, he is a funny little alien who becomes Ooogle-Doogle's very best fri
Grandmother Bear has gone for ever, and Little Bear is feeling sad. His mother suggests that perhaps asking his woodland companions what saying goodbye means to them will help him understand his loss. Little Bear's day of exploring and asking questions brings him comfort and hope. This picture book helps young children in times of bereavement.
Written and illustrated by a fresh new talent, this is the story of a likeable, well-meaning and irrepressible dog and the mystery surrounding his name. Simple, short and punchy, this is a picture book children (and adults) will want to read again and again.
The Billy Goats Gruff want to eat the green grass on the other side of the bridge. But can they face up to the bad troll? He is waiting for the three goats! Encourage and support your Childs reading with the Gold Stars readers range. Your child can have fun re-enacting parts of the story with the colour stickers and fold-out scene. The word review pages help to reinforce and encourage success, 18.5cm x 18.5cm 0.8cm, pages 29