New Releases by Judy Hindley

Princess Betony is delighted to have found a proper friend at last - Rosie''s niece, Clover Pink. But having a friend isn''t as easy as Betony first thought. Especially when Clover decides she wants to be a witch and desperately needs to discover the Rule of Wishing.

In a delightful role-reversal that all children will love, Mummy Bear pretends to be completely lost without her little bear. And when Alice Bear returns from her exciting trip around the garden, bubbling with stories of tigers, sailing boats and tropical islands, Mummy Bear''s enormous hug reassures her that of course she''s been thinking of and missing her little bear every minute of the day!

Princess Rosa can''t find one good thing about winter until a wonderful surprise comes in from the cold.

Relates in verse the origin and uses of string.

Suitable for reading aloud or for children just learning to read, this colourful book has lots to talk about on the subject of size.

Rhyming, noise-making fun - introducing the animals of the farm!

A first book about telling the time.

"Story hour alert! Here’s a book with a clever premise, a bouncy text, and sunny, funny pictures. . . . Supremely satisfying." — Booklist (starred review) Mama Duck has a good hunch that the big brown creature waddling behind her babies is no duck! As the foxy impostor sneaks closer and closer to Mama Duck’s trailing brood, little ones will delight in shouting out his identity. Infectious rhythms and fresh, expressive watercolors liven up the pursuit, which ends when Mama Duck confronts the villain, beak to snout, and beats him at his own game.

Do you suppose you could sleep in a rose like a bee, or snooze in the ooze like a frog? This picture book looks at where animals like to sleep - and where we do too.

Rhyming text describes the the activities in a baby''s day and the words he says while going to the playground, eating dinner, and taking a bath.

From the time he awakens until naptime, a baby''s morning is filled with all kinds of attention and activities.

"A celebration of the body and what it can do, this book careens from part to part with infectious enthusiasm . . . sunny toddlers laugh, wriggle, stretch, reach, and tickle to the accompaniment of gleeful text." — PUBLISHERS WEEKLY From a wiggle of their shoulders to a stomp of their feet, a group of lovable toddlers joyfully explores the many ways to use their bodies. Lips can be made small for kissing, while arms can go up and down or reach out to hug those we love. Judy Hindley’s jaunty text and Brita Granström’s playful illustrations are perfect for children as they begin to discover the wonders of their bodies and the joy of learning to move.

Rosy transforms a tree trunk into her own house for the day, where she entertains imaginary friends.

A baby monster does all the right things to make his family proud--until his first birthday party.

Describes the techniques of spying, e.g., following people, code breaking, and disguise.

Wherever I go, I look for dogs -Dogs are my favourite things.Big dogs, small dogs, long dogs, tall dogs, any dogs, all dogsDon''t you like them too?Lazy dogs, crazy dogs, happy dogs, spotty dogs, this little girl loves them all - and she''s waiting to introduce you to every one of them in this stunning pocket-sized book! The illustrations are full of charm and humour, and whether you''d like a herding dog or a guard dog, a snoozing dog or a talking dog, there are dogs to suit all requirements and tastes in this prefect introduction to the wonderful world of dogs! There are also top tips, top facts and top jokes as well as practical information about looking after your dog.

A group of toddlers joyfully explores all the fun things that they can do with their eyes, ears, mouths, hands, legs, feet--and everything in between. Full color.

A group of toddlers demonstrate all the fun things that they can do with their eyes, ears, mouths, hands, legs, feet-and everything in between.

A young boy describes all the things he likes and does not like about his feisty new puppy.

Rhythmic verse helps young readers identify colors, shapes and patterns of creatures encountered on a journey with Mother Bird as she combs the countryside in search of food for his hatchlings. Gatefolds on each page reveal additional country critters and allow readers to play an active role in Mother Bird''s morning hunt. Full color.

Combining four of Usborne''''s titles in one bo ok, The Usborne Time Traveller takes the reader to a number of destinations for action-packed trips into the past. The d etailed colour illustrations and descriptions bring history to life ''

Originally published in 1995, a story about a big red bus which gets stuck in a hole in the road, until a tractor comes to the rescue. Illustrated by William Benedict in full colour.

A lively celebration of circles, disks, spheres, and all sorts of things that roll and spin.

Judy Hindley is at her best when she is describing ordinary events that very young children can see taking place around them. This spirited springtime romp encourages youngsters to take joy in nature''s rebirth and the funny ways animals walk. Full color.

A lively celebration of circles, disks, spheres, and all sorts of things that roll and spin.

As they walk softly through the jungle, two children observe snakes, chimpanzees, a cockatoo, and other animals.