New Releases by Guy Parker-Rees

It''s nearly bedtime, but Baby Bear and friends are having too much fun to even think about going to bed. In fact, there''s so much playing to be done that Baby Bear has to make sure that everyone is included! Filled with lush illustrations, this brilliant rhythmic romp will encourage even wide-awake readersto settle down for a sound night''s sleep."

Bong! Goes the bell in the rickety tower, Twelve times...that means it''s Spooky Hour. Listen! Hush! Oooh, what''s that sound? The midnight spooks are coming round. The creepy countdown has begun, so get ready to giggle at funny, floaty ghosts, clickety-clackety skeletons and terrific tromping trolls! A real rollicking, romping, rhyming story with hilarious illustrations - perfect for every little monster!

This picture book puts a new twist on the alphabet with Andreae''s fun-filled descriptions for each letter and Parker-Rees''s clever illustrations. Full color.

Glow Worm needs help solving a problem and Rabbit knows just who to ask-Wise Owl. But Owl is baffled. Maybe he''s not quite so wise after all...

Gerald the giraffe is too clumsy to dance with all the other animals at the Jungle Dance, until he finds the right music.

Hooting owls, howling dogs and coughing sheep, but what''s making the eeriest noise of all? * You can help your child to practise her reading by spending 10 minutes a day sharing short stories and simple rhymes. * Books 9-16 of Read with Ladybirdare ideal for children who are in the early stages of learning to read. * You can be confident that practising at home with Read with Ladybirdwill support work done at school.

For independent readers. Three short stories plus a list of new words. Colour illus. 5-8 yrs.