New Releases by GILES ANDREAE

From the creators of the internationally bestselling Giraffes Can''t Dance comes an empowering story about a little hippo who discovers that success often requires a little patience, and simply TRYING can bring its own unexpected rewards . . . "It''s not that you CAN''T DO IT . . . . . . You just can''t do it YET." Horace the hippo and his sister Hope love going to the lake every day with their granny. But the long walk has become a little too long for Granny. So Horace and Hope make a plan to bring the lake to her instead. But little Horace can''t carry as much water as his sister, and he always comes back with an empty bucket. Can Granny help him to see that, with every little splash and spill, an even more wonderful gift is growing? An empowering new picture book about growth mindset and the ''power of yet'' from the creators of the bestselling Giraffes Can''t Dance. Giraffes Can''t Dance is a beloved favourite that has found its way into the hearts, and on to the bookshelves, of a whole generation of children. With positive messages about self-esteem, the multi-million bestseller is a contemporary classic.

When Winnie-the-Pooh sets out to catch a Heffalump, he finds himself in a sticky situation. Luckily, faithful Piglet isn''t far away ... But something in his little soul prevented him from running, And Piglet''s voice rose clear and strong, "Hold on, Pooh Bear ... I''M COMING!" Giles Andreae, internationally-acclaimed picture book author, brings his fast-paced rhyme and wit to a story of bravery, adventure ... and HONEY!

From the bestselling creators of Giraffes Can''t Dance comes a delightful story about an elephant looking for a place where he belongs. It''s time for the Elephant Games! Every young elephant parades their talent in front of the king to earn their special elephant name. But Num-Num doesn''t have a special skill to display. With a little help from some familiar friends, will this little elephant learn that being yourself is the most important talent of them all? Readers will love seeing some of their favorite characters from Giraffes Can''t Dance return. Free to Be Elephant Me is perfect for family sharing and for teaching young readers about the importance of being yourself.

The empowering story of little elephant Num-Num, who discovers the importance of simply being YOU! From the creators of international bestseller and much-loved classic Giraffes Can''t Dance. It''s time for the Elephant Games! One by one, the young elephants compete to impress King Elephant Mighty and earn their Elephant Name. Nina is the strongest, so she becomes Elephant Strong. Norcus is the loudest, so he becomes Elephant Noisy. Little Elephant Num-Num thinks he will never discover his own special talent - until he learns that the very best thing you can be is YOU! Giraffes Can''t Dance has been a much-loved family favourite for over 20 years, and has sold over 6 million copies worldwide.

You can never have enough pants, as this exuberant celebration of pants proves! The pairing of Giles Andreae''s brilliant rhyming text with Nick Sharratt''s hilarious, vibrant illustrations will delight children and adults alike. Featuring a pants-wearing hippo, limousine and dinosaur (to name a few), plus a rather embarrassed farty pants, this lively picture book is guaranteed to make you giggle!

*A brand new laugh-out-loud book in the bestselling PANTS series* Baa pants, moo pants, COCK-A-DOODLE-DO pants . . . Have you ever wondered what kind of pants honey bees wear? What about iguanas? Or even piranhas? Find out in this joyous explosion of colour and silliness that will have readers of all ages laughing together - a hilarious rhyming read, from the author of Giraffes Can''t Dance and the illustrator of You Choose.

A colourful rhyming picture book all about trucks and diggers, from the author of international bestseller, Giraffes Can''t Dance. Is your little one mad about trucks and diggers? Then they''ll love this bright, bold book, packed with all sorts of vehicles - including dumper trucks, diggers, cranes, fire engines, transporters and more. Read about all the amazing things they do, then decide which one you would choose to drive! From the creators of the bestselling Rumble in the Jungle and Commotion in the Ocean.

SILLY SAUSAGE! SMELLY PANTS!! NOODLE HEAD!!! Two cheeky little beasties argue over a sweetie - and things get a little out of hand in a flurry of silly name-calling that will have children in hysterics. Will Flippy and Floppy stop being mean to each other and learn to share? A read-aloud joy to return to again and again while absorbing the gentle message about how far a little kindness can go.

From the author of international bestseller, Giraffes Can''t Dance, comes this rhyming board book story about a brave little lion who dares to be different ... Leo isn''t like other lion cubs. Instead of chasing zebras and antelopes, he wants to make friends with them. But can a lion who''s so different ever fit in with the rest of his pride? Learn how Leo''s kindness brings happiness to the jungle in this colourful picture book story. Winner of the Red House Children''s Book Award.

"Two warm cheeks, all rosy and bright, / A kiss and a cuddle to say good night." With delightful verse and cuddly pictures, this board book captures the joy and excitement of welcoming a new baby to the family from a toddler''s point of view. Sweet and loving, it''s the perfect introduction for older siblings as they wait to meet their new brother or sister. From the beloved team of Giles Andreae and Emma Dodd comes this sweet ode to family. Praise for I Love My Mommy * "Andreae and Dodd team up to create a winning read-aloud for the very young...The large format and warm tone make this truly perfect for little ones." -Kirkus Reviews, starred review "[W]ill be a hit at storytimes." -School Library Journal Praise for I Love My Daddy "A pleasingly rhythmic text paired with oversized illustrations in black-outlined saturated brights ensures instant appeal for the youngest readers." -Kirkus Reviews "[T]he singsong rhythm and bold, colorful, expressive illustrations will have kid appeal. At the same time, the vocabulary and positive attributes (kind, clever, polite) will have adult appeal." -Booklist "Whether out on the town or cuddling on the couch, Dad, Daughter, and an ever-present stuffed rabbit radiate a comfortable warmth that will resonate with young listeners." -School Library Journal

Meet Billy... He''s Bonkers! The Christmas celebrations have begun! But when Billy gets trapped by a snowman, weed on by a puppy and burped on by his relatives, he decides... it''s a totally crazy Christmas! 3 side-splittingly hilarious stories in 1!

This book captures the love between father and child from a toddler''s point of view, with verses and bright pictures designed to inspire smiles. Dad shows his daughter how to make pancakes, they sing silly songs, and she even takes his shoes for a spin! Joyful and sweet, it is sure to be enjoyed many times over.

Du saut du lit jusqu''à la nuit, un ourson vagabonde à la découverte des petits bonheurs de la vie. L''univers tendre et plein de douceur de Vanessa Cabban qui illustre les petits bonheurs qui font la vie si belle !

"La relación tan especial que existe entre un niño y su papá queda vivamente reflejada en este álbum con fantásticas ilustraciones llenas de ternura. Para que padres e hijos disfruten juntos del mágico momento de leer un cuento."--Back cover.

From the author of Giraffes Can''t Dance and award-winning team of I Love My Mummy and I Love My Daddy comes the festive favourite book now as a sturdy board book with foiled cover perfect for the youngest child. The excitement of Christmas is perfectly captured through one little child''s boundless enthusiasm. The joyful rhyme and bold, stylish pictures make this a must-have book for anyone - big or small - who just can''t wait for Father Christmas to set off on his sleigh. The verse is brilliant... perfect for reading aloud. - Bookbag The warm and fuzzy feelings we all share for the jolly fellow in red are nicely captured in this sweet read, with lovingly rendered illustrations by Emma Dodd. - Prima Baby & Pregnancy

A secret prankster is causing mayhem around town, and everyone keeps pointing the finger at Billy! Can Billy use his detective skills to unmask the cunning culprit once and for all?

This delightful picture book, by the author of Giraffes Can’t Dance, features a collection of rhyming poems that highlight every letter of the alphabet and are paired with brand-new, colorful illustrations for the perfect way to introduce little ones to the alphabet and animals. Now available in paperback format! Children will love learning about animals with these fun and snappy poems from the critically acclaimed team of Giles Andreae and David Wojtowycz. Combining the popular poems of their best-selling picture books Commotion in the Ocean and Rumble in the Jungle, this adorable and educational collection includes: · Lively, colorful, and brand-new illustrations on every page · Clever rhyming verses that highlight every letter of the alphabet, perfect for bedtime read aloud · Many different animals to meet, from the angelfish to the zebra and everything in between · A special secret animal to find on every page!

There''s something Billy Bonkers doesn''t want you to know. Come closer...I''ll whisper it: he has to wear his sister''s underpants! And whether Billy''s flying round a go-kart track, chasing a very smelly dog, or finding some priceless long-lost treasure, it''s not easy to explain: "They''re NOT MY PANTS!"

There''s something Billy Bonkers doesn''t want you to know. Come closer...I''ll whisper it: he has to wear his sister''s underpants! And whether Billy''s flying round a go-kart track, chasing a very smelly dog, or finding some priceless long-lost treasure, it''s not easy to explain: ''They''re NOT MY PANTS!''

I love my mummy very much, She''s great to cuddle, soft to touch! Told with humour and charm, this is a book to be loved and shared time and again. From the bestselling and award-winning writer Giles Andreae and acclaimed illustrator Emma Dodd.

Captain Flinn is Puffin''s favourite pirate. He has swashbuckled his way through THREE pirate dinosaur adventures and lived to tell the tale. But now he faces his toughest challenge yet. Captain T Rex and his pirate crew are smuggling sausages out of a secret cove and their favourites are CHILDREN CHIPOLATAS - gulp!

Nat is no ordinary boy. He may look like it on the outside, but one almighty sneeze is enough to turn him into Nat Fantastic - miniature superhero! In this exciting follow-up to Nat Fantastic, the small superhero is taking on the baddies - and winning! This riotously fun tale is perfect for all budding adventurers. ''Filled with high-action drama and wham-bam antics . . . perfect for boys who daydream about being a superhero.'' - Junior Magazine

Even if dads can sometimes be a bit grumpy or embarrassing, in the end there''s no doubt that YOUR dad is the best dad in the whole world! So I''ve collected together some poems, special tips and little truths about dads into this book to tell him just how special he is. I hope you enjoy it! love, Purple Ronnie

Captain Flinn and his friends are sailing off on an action-packed pirate adventure and they want YOU to come on board! So join the crew for hours of seafaring fun, full of piratical puzzles, games, colouring, dot-to-dots and creative things to make, including a Flinn-tastic pirate hat and telescope! Then create your very own pirate ship scene with a super set of swashbuckling stickers. All aboard, me hearties!

Captain Flinn is Puffin''s favourite pirate. He has swashbuckled his way through THREE pirate dinosaur adventures and lived to tell the tale. But now he faces his toughest challenge yet. Captain T Rex and his pirate crew are smuggling sausages out of a secret cove and their favourites are CHILDREN CHIPOLATAS - gulp!

This delightful picture book, by the author of Giraffes Can’t Dance, features a collection of rhyming poems with colorful illustrations and is a wonderful way to introduce little ones to dinosaurs. Now in paperback format! Children will love learning about these prehistoric creatures with these fun and snappy poems! This adorable and educational collection includes: · Lively, colorful illustrations on every page · Clever rhyming verses perfect for bedtime read aloud · Many different dinosaurs to meet, including Tyrannosaurus rex and Stegosaurus · A special secret creature to find on every page!