Best Selling Books by Michael Foreman

Mom sends Milo on an errand to return Granny''s umbrella to her. Fortunately, Milo doesn''t realize that he''s about to encounter several unfortunate setbacks with pirates, dinosaurs, and aliens. But it all turns into one amazing, fortunate adventure.

Living in ruin and rubble with a wire fence and soldiers separating him from the cool hills where his father used to take him as a small child, a boy''s tiny, green plant shoot gives him hope in a bleak landscape.

An English artist writes and illustrates a memoir of his own wartime childhood.

Award-winning picture book creator Michael Foreman celebrates the love between a father and child in this endearing bedtime story.

When Cat is accidentally whisked away in a fish van, her litter of kittens are left to fend for themselves. Cat & Dog is a heart-warming tale about an unusual friendship from two-time Kate Greenaway award-winner Michael Foreman.

Quick, quick! The Big Cycle Race is coming to town, and Milo does not want to miss it. On his way to the finish line, Milo unwittingly causes havoc that follows him all along the route . . . but when someone tries to steal the trophy, who will save the day?

Sometimes big things have very small beginnings. "Oh! If only . . . I had stayed home that day . . . If only . . . I hadn''t met that dog . . . If only . . . he didn''t want to play . . . " And so begins a remarkably funny chain of events as one young boy and a dog unwittingly unleash the greatest havoc imaginable.

From sunrise to sunset, breakfast time to playtime, time to go to the beach, bedtime, story time and—finally—sweet dreams time: Michael Foreman celebrates every wonderful moment of a day spent together as a family, creating special memories to treasure forever.

This is a modern parable about a brother and sister who spend their day playing on the beach by a rock pool. They create their own tiny marine world in a bucket, and with its wildlife, shells, oil, and even a tin can, it is a microcosm of the larger world outside. With a series of stunning watercolors, Michael Foreman makes clear his underlying concern about pollution within the environment, particularly on the seashore. The book''s impact derives not only from Foreman''s masterly skill as an artist, but also from the strength of his commitment to its theme.

Bubble is a goldfish who swims round and round unhappily in his tank. Cat is his friend and wishes he could show him the world. One day, Cat has an idea to set Bubble free. But is Bubble ready to swim off into the world and leave behind his friend? A tender tale about an unlikely friendship from an award-winning picture book creator.

"One of my earliest memories is lying on the floor in front of the kitchen fire, drawing..." Michael Foreman During the war, paper was in short supply but, the large biscuit tins delivered to his Mum''s shop were lined with white paper. The tins were about twelve inches square, so unfolded, the paper would be four feet long. Perfect for drawings of marching soldiers and convoys of tanks, the village traffic of his childhood. This is a celebration of Michael''s life as a master storyteller and illustrator told through his own autobiographical tales, diary extracts, original sketches and illustrations from his award-winning publications. Beginning with his childhood in wartime Suffolk and his early career as a young artist, and culminating with his collaborations with world-famous authors Terry Jones, Michael Morpurgo and Quentin ''BLOOMIN'' Blake, this book showcases his ''greatest hits'', and reveals the places, stories and people that inspired him along the way. Divided into three parts: Memories of Childhood (Looking through War Boy, After the War Was Over and War Game.) Far-Flung Places (Looking through Treasure Island, Wind in the Willows, Alice in Wonderland, Wizard of Oz, World of Fairy Tales and Classic Fairy Tales.) Friends and Collaborators (Looking through Eric the Viking, Fairy Tales, Nicobobinus, Animal Tales, Fantastic Stories, Arthur, Robin Hood, Joan of Arc, Billy the Kid and Farm Boy.) ''I have been lucky with writers. None have been real trouble. Some I never met. Some I meet only after the book is finished, and some, the easiest to get along with, are the dead ones. Most become friends.'' Michael Foreman

This picture book by award-winning artist Michael Foreman features every toddlers'' favourite - dinosaurs - in a sweetly told message about being happy being yourself.

Jamal is a little camel so he must walk, walk, walk through the desert. One day he becomes separated from his friend, the boy, but a wise falcon helps to reunite them. They go on to explore the city and its exciting sights and sounds. A modern tale of friendship and adventure from the twice Greenaway-award-winning author/illustrator, Michael Foreman.

A city cat who lives out his fantasy of being able to fly finds that staying on the ground isn''t so bad after all.

Little Panda buys a tiny plant for his mother''s birthday. He nurtures the little plant in the dark attic, and it grows into a big surprise.

Little Monkey runs away from his mother because he doesn''t want to go to bed, and soon everyone is chasing him.

Superfrog is back on another urgent mission - rubbish from the big, grey city is polluting his pond! Once again it is up to everyone''s favourite Superhero to save the day! ''Michael Foreman is deservedly in the first rank of children’s illustrators with his mastery of brilliant watercolours.'' Sunday Times

Stubby was a brave soldier, a loyal friend . . . and a dog. From an army training camp to the trenches in France, this is the incredible true story of Sergeant Stubby, the dog who served bravely in World War I—sniffing out gas attacks, catching spies, and winning the hearts of his fellow soldiers.

Panda travels all around the world trying to find out whether he is a "white bear with black bits or a black bear with white bits?"

Caught in a battle between a bear and an eagle, Moose uses their sticks and stones to erect a splendid building which all the animals enjoy.

A small cat reminisces about events that took place around the manger where it was sleeping on the night the baby Jesus was born.

A walk through a field of flowers changes General Jodpur''s principles about war and the military life.

Written when the author was ten years old, tells of a dog and a boy who are both lonely until they are included by others.

For his fifth birthday, James chooses to spend three days at the beach, during which his quiet adventures, with the help of his imagination, become an unforgettable treat. Suggested level: junior, primary.

Like many children all over the world, a small boy dreams of winning the World Cup! But in the meantime, scoring the perfect, time-stopping goal would be just fine. And once you''ve done that, who knows what the future might hold? ‘A perfectly paced story about passion, dedication and what they might bring, accompanied by Foreman’s tender drawings... You might say he has the hand of God... Vital reading for aspiring Harry Kanes everywhere.’ THE TIMES (Book of the Week) ''Michael Foreman deserves all the applause he gets.’ INDEPENDENT

Although he is on crutches, a boy goes to the beach with his grandfather, where they watch a seal being born, and over the following seasons, the boy and the seal develop a special bond.

Tufty the duckling lives with his family on an island in the middle of a lake. But when the ducks fly south for the winter, Tufty gets left behind. Lost and alone, Tufty doesn''t know what to do, until he finds an unlikely new friend.... A heart-warming story about a little duck finding his place in the big, wide world, from master children''s book author and illustrator Michael Foreman.

When the Mayor decides to close down Joey''s favourite bookshop in order to build a big superstore, Joey calls upon his friend, Origami Girl, to help. Origami Girl creates an army out of characters from famous children''s books to put a stop to the mayor and the builders before it is too late!

The little reindeer is exploring Santa''s workshop when he accidentally falls into the giftwrapping machine, and finds himself being delivered as a present. The little boy who receives him is overjoyed and cares for him with devotion.

This sumptuous volume contains over 70 of the best-loved, most exuberant action rhymes. Each is introduced and acted out by an appealing little bear and a colourful supporting cast of animals, humans and others! Join them for a dance round the mulberry bush, a walk through the jungle and a trip to the animal fair.

Pictures by Michael Foreman.

A collection of six brief illustrated stories celebrating the spirit of Christmas.

A gentle story of winter magic from national treasure Michael Foreman. On a chilly evening in a London park, a plucky little robin strikes up a conversation with a snowman. Together they embark on a night-time adventure exploring the streets of London. From the snowy guards at Buckingham Palace, to the dazzling Christmas lights in Piccadilly Circus, to the majestic London Eye slowly revolving over the Thames, the snowman sees how wonderful the world is - even if he only has a short time to experience it. Michael Foreman OBE has established himself as one of the most beloved picture book creators in the UK over his 60-year career. A stunning hardcover jacketed edition featuring shiny red type on the cover, a gift that lasts a lifetime. The gorgeously painted cityscapes throughout the book capture the magic of London at night. A tale of wintertime wonder and wisdom, perfect for fans of Charles Mackesy, Raymond Briggs, and Chris Van Allsburg!

A dazzling early picture book by the award-winning author and illustrator Michael Foreman.