Picture Books

A laugh-out-loud funny monster picture book. Perfect for fans of There's a Monster in Your Book. Let me be your monster, I'm more fun than you'd think. Don't mind the grime, ignore the slime, you'll soon forget my stink. Slimy, greedy, yucky, cute . . . But who will make the perfect pet? Find out in this monstrously funny tale! With a simple, rhyming text and colourful illustrations, full of humorous details, this fun-packed picture book is just right for reading together. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781444929461 • Author: Caroline Gray • Publisher: Hachette Children's Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 24.77 x 24.77 x 0.64cm

A timeless classic about Sophie and her extraordinary teatime guest, a story that is enjoyed and beloved by generations of children! Now an award-winning animation. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don't expect to see at the door is a big furry, stripy tiger! This warm and funny picture book story is perfect for reading aloud, or for small children to read to themselves time and again.  The magic begins at teatime!  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780007215997 • Author:  Judith Kerr • Publisher:  Harper Collins Children’s Books • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  28 x 0.4 x 22 cm

Billy Goat and his best friend Cyril are messing about with the farmer's mobile phone, taking selfies and playing games... until they discover the number for a troll. Grandpa Gruff says all trolls are bad, so Billy and Cyril decide to get their own back by sending mean messages. After all, trolls really do stink! Don't they? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781783445691 • Author: Jeanne Willis • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 27.94 x 23.88 x 1.02cm

Look, learn and share farm words with this fun first-word book for toddlers. Every double-page spread has a different theme relating to the world of farming, packed with words and illustrations to discover and talk about. Simple questions engage observational skills, and the last page contains a can you find an activity, with prompts to find objects within the book.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781789895032 • Author:  Louise Pigott • Publisher:  Miles Kelly • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  24 • Dimensions:  28 x 24.5 x 0.4 cm

Mrs. Large isn’t feeling well, so Mr. Large sends her back to bed. "I’ll take charge," he says. So while he and the children get busy vacuuming, dusting, and tidying, Mrs. Large settles down for a nice rest. But somehow ("I want my mommy!") Mrs. Large’s restful day is not as restful as she’d hoped. Wise moms, well-meaning dads, and their spirited offspring will all laugh in recognition at this droll, expressively illustrated story.A fantastic family story from the bestselling 'Large Family' series. A brilliant read for children and parents.Product Information:• ISBN: 9781406300741• Author: Jill Murphy• Publisher: Walker Books• Format: Paperback• Pages: 32• Dimensions: 21.6 x 25.6 x 0.4cm

A dancing bug lands on Duggee's head, and he can't stop dancing. The Squirrels take a close look and see that it's a tiny hillbilly bug with a fiddle. What's more, he's got a whole band with him, the Hillbilly Bug Band. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241597293 • Author: Hey Duggee • Publisher: BBC Children’s Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 25.8 x 13.2 x 0.5cm

Duggee has to deliver a special parcel, but who could it be for? The Squirrels will have to sail down the river to find out! Hey Duggee is a BAFTA and Emmy award-winning animation about an adorable dog and his band of Squirrels. Featuring the voice of comedian and presenter Alexander Armstrong, this warm and hilarious preschool CBeebies show encourages children to get out and about and be active. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241674536 • Author: Hey Duggee • Publisher: Penguin Random House Childrens • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24 • Dimensions: 20.3 x 20.3cm

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim Sports Day, the twins take part in their school sport's day. They take part in all sorts of races, and try to prove who is the fastest! A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy and Tim remain instantly recognizable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. These wonderful books deserve a place on every child's bookshelves.  Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241764572 • Author: Jean and Gareth Adamson • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 20.32 x 20.32 x 0.25 cm

Eat like a monster! Eat like Simone. Simone has ONE TONGUE for licking tasty cones. Count from 1-10 with ten funny and flamboyant monsters! As little ones discover one tongue, two ears – and a lively monster with three eyes! – they'll be inspired to shake and move, and learn the names for their different body parts, too. With monstrously bright and bold illustrations, rhyming words, and a sturdy feel, this interactive board book is the perfect gift for a new arrival, and a stylish addition to a toddler’s first library. A first counting book has never been wilder or such fun! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529531954 • Author: Flavia Z. Drago • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd • Pages: 24 • Format: Paperback • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.8 x 2.1 cm

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. In Topsy and Tim: Go Camping, the twins make new friends, follow a nature trail and even get to stay in their own tent. A trusted and well-loved pair, Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy & Tim remain instantly recognisable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. These wonderful books deserve a place on every child's bookshelves. Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781409303336 • Author:  Jean Adamson • Publisher:  Ladybird • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions: 20.5 x 4 x 20.5 cm

Bear, with the help of his best friend, Bird, has decided he wants to learn how to ride a bike. But Bear usually walks everywhere so he needs to learn how to persevere at something that he doesn't get right the first time. With captivating and comical illustrations by the popular artist Jonny Lambert, and a delightful rhyming narrative, this book is sure to enchant its little readers and show by example the importance of perseverance. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241655405 • Author: Jonny Lambert • Publisher: Penguin DK (Dorling Kindersley) • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24

Latest in the charming storybook-with-stickers series, featuring Bing and best-loved character, Flop. Flop isn’t feeling well, so Bing decides to look after him. He helps Flop get comfy on the sofa, reads him a story and even makes him a honey and lemon drink. But then – uh-oh! – things start to go wrong. The drink tips all over the floor and makes a mess and Bing is upset that, despite all his efforts, Flop still isn’t well. But Flop helps Bing clear up and tells him it’s no big thing and just a hug from Bing will make him feel better. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780007976980 • Author: Harper Collins Publishers • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 23.5 x 21.6 x 0.3cm

What’s that creeping through the crooked creek? Is it a crocodile? Eek! Watch out, Mouse! Spot the hidden crocodiles in this fabulously fun romp. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781788813990 • Author: Jonny Lambert  • Publisher: Little Tiger Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 24.5 x 28 x 0.4cm

Everyone loves Goldilocks’ hilarious online videos, but in her quest to get more likes, more laughs and more hits, she tries something a little more daring: stealing porridge #pipinghot, breaking chairs #fun, and using someone else’s bed #sleep. What will Daddy Bear do when he sees that online? A hilarious cautionary tale for a new generation of internet-users from the prize-winning partnership of Jeanne Willis and Tony Ross, the third of its kind following Chicken Clicking and Troll Stinks. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781783448784 • Author: Jeanne Willis • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 28 • Dimensions: 27.3 x 22.8 x 0.5cm

A delightful picture book for little ones, that follows Bear and Bird and shows children that school is nothing to be scared of. Meet Bear and his best friend Bird, as they face their first day at school. They can be shy when meeting new people and worry they won’t fit in. Will their classmates like them? Is school really as scary as it seems? With captivating illustrations by popular artist Jonny Lambert, and a delightful rhyming narrative, this picture book is sure to enchant its little readers and ease any first day nerves they might have. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241655399 • Author: Jonny Lambert • Publisher: Penguin DK (Dorling Kindersley) • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24

Badger is feeling happy these days... ...even though he still has a blue bottom. Life is good when you’re eating berries. But now Dog is sad. What can Badger do to help his friend? Badger is enjoying a big blueberry breakfast – his favourite food! But as he says good morning to his friends, he learns that Dog is very sad! He has lost the ball that he loves to play with. But will Badger be able to help? Illustrated by Ben Sanders. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780711267558 • Author: Huw Lewis Jones • Publisher: Greenvale Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 25 x 24.9 x 0.7cm

Hippopotamus had a spotamus . . . on her bottomus! But the spot on Hippo's bottomus was not a diseasel, not even a spotamus but something quite silly... Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781849394161 • Author: Jeanne Willis  • Publisher:  Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions: 24 x 0.33 x 27.99 cm

Spread the love with this heartwarming tale! With beautiful illustrations featuring two cuddly bears and an important message for children - that nothing is more important than love.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781800226760 • Author:  Igloo Books • Publisher:  Bonnier Books Ltd • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  24 • Dimensions:  25 x 25 x 0.3 cm

It's a universal problem - no matter how hard they try, children just can't get to sleep! Perhaps counting sheep will help? But these sheep aren't content with merrily skipping over fences. Instead they come to life and decide to explore the house! Falling through the chimney, nibbling at the rug, dancing on the stairs, bouncing on the bed - will they ever be able to soothe a little girl to sleep? Perhaps a kiss from the littlest of lambs will help. Join one little girl as she struggles to close her eyes in this fun picture book with dream-like illustrations from Ximo Abadía. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781787413917 • Author: Gracia Iglesias • Publisher: Greenvale Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 30.1 x 22.1 x 0.5cm

Hippopotamus had a spotamus . . . on her bottomus! "It's Measles!" said Weasel. "It's Hippopox!" said Fox. "It's Jungle Fever!" said Beaver.But the spot on Hippo's bottomus was not a diseasel, not even a spotamus but something quite silly . . . Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839137419 • Author: Jeanne Willis • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 27.9 x 24 x 0.33 cm