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Winnie-the-Pooh

by: A.A. Milne
release date: Dec 29, 2005
Winnie-the-Pooh
A.A. Milne's Pooh stories need no introduction; they have been loved by generations of children and their parents ever since they were first published in 1926. In his autobiography, Milne wrote: 'The animals in the stories came for the most part from the nursery. My collaborator [his wife] had already given them individual voices, their owner by constant affection had given them the twist in their features which denotes character, and Shepard drew them, as one might say, from the living model.'

The Iron Man: A Story in Five Nights

by: Ted Hughes
The Iron Man: A Story in Five Nights
This story begins with an iron giant falling off a cliff and smashing on the rocks below. His various pieces then set about searching for each other.

The Colour of Home

by: Mary Hoffman
The Colour of Home
Bestselling author Mary Hoffman is renowned for writing about social issues for children. This big book edition for use in schools tackles a highly topical and controversial subject in a sensitive, non-patronizing and interesting way. It also contains vivid artwork by up-and-coming illustrator Karin Littlewood.Ages 5-9

The Emperor of Absurdia

by: Chris Riddell
The Emperor of Absurdia
Quint leaves his studies at the Knights Academy in Sanctaphrax to assist his father Wind Jackall in his obsessive and dangerous quest to track down and bring to justice the evil Turbot Smeal.

The Shopping Basket

by: John Burningham
The Shopping Basket
On his way home from a quick trip to the store, Steven encounters several marauding animals ready to relieve him of his goods.

Rotten and Rascal

by: Paul Geraghty
Rotten and Rascal
Rotten and Rascal are quarrelling twin baby pterosaurs, who yell, shout, screech, howl, scream and snarl at each other all day long. One day a terrible argument begins and one by one the other dinosaurs try to resolve their noisy dispute. But the two terrible pterosaur twins prove impossible to shut up. Until, that is, the terrifying Tyrannosaurus Rex steps in and finally silences the horrible hullabaloo.

Click, Clack, Moo

by: Doreen Cronin
Click, Clack, Moo
When Farmer Brown's cows find a typewriter in the barn they start making demands, and go on strike when the farmer refuses to give them what they want.

Revolting Rhymes

by: Roald Dahl
Revolting Rhymes
Presents humorous retellings of six well-known fairy tales featuring surprise endings in place of the traditional happily-ever-after.

Where the Wild Things Are

by: Maurice Sendak
Where the Wild Things Are
This is an inspired children's book about a boy's passage through tempestuous aspects of life. Max, a naughty little boy, sent to bed without his supper, sails to the land of the wild things, where he becomes their king.
Categories: Children's Picture Books / Fantasy

Dr. Seuss's ABC

by: Dr. Seuss
release date: Nov 26, 1996
Dr. Seuss's ABC
It is Dr. Seuss again with this handy books for parents to make their children learn the basic ABCs with this funny and whimsical mind of Dr. Seuss in this very colour-illustrated children book. Parents would love using this book to teach their children.

Toot & Puddle

by: Holly Hobbie
Toot & Puddle
Bestselling and beloved characters Toot and Puddle return twenty-five years after their debut with a brand-new story full of the same charm and whimsy that originally made they so popular. Toot & Puddle, with help from cousin Opal, are planting the dream garden they''ve always wanted. But when the plants arrive, so does trouble. Someone or something keeps eating all of the spinach! Not wanting to share with the thief, they try everything from putting up signs to fencing the garden in, all to keep out the unwanted visitor. When the trio finally does find out who''s eating all the vegetables, they decide that maybe sharing is the best way to go after all. Holly Hobbie renders these beloved characters in exquisite watercolor, and has us rooting for them to the end.

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!

by: Mo Willems
release date: Jan 01, 2000
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
When a bus driver takes a break from his route, a very unlikely volunteer springs up to take his place-a pigeon! But you've never met one like this before. As he pleads, wheedles, and begs his way through the book, children will love being able to answer back and decide his fate. In his hilarious picture book debut, popular cartoonist Mo Willems perfectly captures a preschooler's temper tantrum.

Wombat Goes Walkabout

by: Michael Morpurgo
Wombat Goes Walkabout
While looking for his mother, Wombat meets many animals that are not impressed with his talent for digging and thinking. But when a fire approaches, they change their minds. Masterful watercolors highlight this memorable new character.

Something Else

by: Kathryn Cave
Something Else
Something Else tries to be like the others. But he's different. And no matter how hard he tries, he just doesn't belong. Then Something turns up and wants to be friends. But Something Else isn't sure he's like him at all . . . Kathryn Cave's poignantly simple story is brought to life by Chris Riddell in this enchantingly original picture book. Winner of the first UNESCO Prize for Children's Literature and shortlisted for the Smarties Prize and the Kate Greenaway Medal. 'A gentle, eloquently told story about the meaning of tolerance' - Guardian

The Gruffalo

by: Julia Donaldson
The Gruffalo
The Gruffalo is a British children's picture book by writer and playwright Julia Donaldson, illustrated by Axel Scheffler, that tells the story of a mouse, the protagonist of the book, taking a walk in the woods. The book has sold over 13 million copies, has won several prizes for children's literature, and has been developed into plays on both the West End and Broadway and even an Oscar nominated animated film. The Gruffalo was initially published in 1999 in the United Kingdom by Macmillan Children's Books.

Tiger Who Came to Tea

by: Judith Kerr
release date: Jan 01, 2010
Tiger Who Came to Tea
This is a read-along edition with audio synced to the text, performed by Geraldine McEwan. The classic picture book story of Sophie and her extraordinary teatime guest has been loved by millions of children since it was first published more than fifty years ago. Now an award-winning animation!

The Puffin Book of Fantastic First Poems

by: June Crebbin
The Puffin Book of Fantastic First Poems
The Puffin Book of Fantastic First Poems edited by June Crebbin will absorb and delight girls and boys aged 5+. A great first poetry book; the poems span time, from Robert Louis Stevenson and Walter de la Mare right up to date with Roger McGough and Michael Rosen. Themes covered, such as mealtimes, playtime, animals, family and bedtime, really appeal to youngreaders. A truly lovely collection of all-time favourite poems. June Crebbin is an ex-primary teacher, now a full-time writer. She is in great demand for author visits and runs very successful writing workshops in schools. June has written a wide range of children's books and writes poetry for children and adults. She lives in Leicester.

Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy

by: Lynley Dodd
release date: Jun 02, 2001
Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy
Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy is the hilarious rhyming classic by Lynley Dodd. Hairy Maclary goes off for a walk in town, followed by doggish friends of all shapes and sizes. One by one they join Hairy Maclary until they meet SCARFACE CLAW! Scarface Claw is the toughest Tom in town, and causes all the others to run for home. The brilliant cumulative rhyme and terrific pictures of this story has turned it into a classic - and it is still one of the most popular picture books today. "Children will love looking at the detailed illustrations of each dog, and it's a great conversation starter around different words to describe how each dog looks and might feel" - The Evening Standard

Dino-Dinners

by: Mick Manning
release date: Sep 01, 2007
Dino-Dinners
Dinosaurs had huge appetites. But what did they eat? Some grated plants into mush with their powerful jaws. Others swallowed fish whole. And some prowled the land, hunting other dinosaurs for dinner-including their own kind! Young dinosaur fans will find out exactly what-or who-was on the prehistoric menu, as well as interesting facts about each dino's life, size and shape, and eating habits. This book was created in association with the Natural History Museum in London, England.

Harold and the Purple Crayon Board Book

by: Crockett Johnson
Harold and the Purple Crayon Board Book
"Harold loves animals so much that he decides to find out what it's like to be one. Join Harold and an elephant, a camel, a herd of cheetahs, and a slippery bunch of penguins on this wildlife adventure in his imagination."--P. [4] cover.

Would You Rather ...

by: John Burningham
Would You Rather ...
"Get ready to answer over 100 questions in this Brave freedom island edition Would you rather book. Designed for kids ages 5 - 11, get ready to laugh hysterically and make some silly decisions in this interactive book!"--

Pumpkin Soup

by: Helen Cooper
Pumpkin Soup

By the Kate Greenaway Medalist

Deep in the woods in an old white cabin, three friends make their pumpkin soup the same way every day. The Cat slices up the pumpkin, the Squirrel stirs in the water, and the Duck tips in just enough salt. But one day the Duck wants to stir instead, and then there is a horrible squabble, and he leaves the cabin in a huff. It isn't long before the Cat and the Squirrel start to worry about him and begin a search for their friend. Rendered in pictures richly evoking autumn, Helen Cooper's delightful story will resonate for an child who has known the difficulties that come with friendship. Included at the end is a recipe for delicious pumpkin soup.

Who Sank the Boat?

by: Pamela Allen
Who Sank the Boat?
The reader is invited to guess who causes the boat to sink when five animal friends of varying sizes decide to go for a row.

Leo the Late Bloomer

by: Robert Kraus
Leo the Late Bloomer

Leo isn't reading, or writing, or drawing, or even speaking, and his father is concerned. But Leo's mother isn't. She knows her son will do all those things, and more, when he's ready. 'Reassuring for other late bloomers, this book is illustrated with beguiling pictures.' -- Saturday Review.

Yuck!

by: Brita Granstrom
Yuck!
"This baby slurps a rotten egg that is all stinky and smelly. That's not our baby's supper. Yuck!" With a funny and rhythmic text perfect for reading aloud, this fun "gross-out" information book for young children is about animal babies — a crow, lizard, osprey, toad, and owl -and the foods they like to eat — a worm tugged out of the ground, a stinky rotten egg, a spider with eight hairy legs, a whole raw fish, a crunchy beetle, and a furry rat. The authors' colorful artwork and natural history background make this book both lively and educational.

Yuck!

by: James Stevenson
Yuck!
When two mean witches won't allow Emma to make a potion, she makes up her own special magic with the help of animal friends.

The Little Polar Bear

by: Hans de Beer
The Little Polar Bear
While hunting with his father, Little Polar Bear drifts out to sea and ends up in a jungle where a friendly hippopotamus helps him return home.

Where's My Teddy?

by: Jez Alborough
Where's My Teddy?
When a small boy named Eddie goes searching for his lost teddy in the dark woods, he comes across a gigantic bear with a similar problem.

Whizz, Bang, Orang-utan

by: John Foster
Whizz, Bang, Orang-utan
This is an exhilarating, brightly colored book of poems for very young children, intended to be a companion book to the very popular "Twinkle, Twinkle, Chocolate Bar". It is designed as a read-aloud book and one that children will enjoy reading for themselves once they have mastered the initial skills of reading. There are poems about eating, making a mess, going out, playtime, bath time, and going to bed, as well as poems about giants, monsters, pets, curious people, witches and wizards, teeth, and birthdays. It is illustrated by a group of very talented young artists, five of whom have never been published before.

The Blue Balloon

by: Mick Inkpen
The Blue Balloon
A celebrated classic which continues to delight millions of children. Kipper has found a soggy blue balloon in the garden. At first, it seems like an ordinary balloon, but it's not. It's full of fun and magic. This is a book to be treasured, loved, read time and time again, with fantastic fold out pages.
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