Rebecca Colby – författare

Everyone needs hugs and love in this offbeat, upbeat ode to the not-so-cuddly--and yet still sweet and beloved!Despite their lumpy, bumpy hide, toothy mouths stretched open wide, just like me and just like you, crocodiles need kisses too.Fun-to-read-aloud, rhyming text describes prickly porcupines, roaring tigers, and slithery snakes--not the most cuddly creatures, but still worthy of hugs and snuggles from their mamas! With a luscious and colorful palette, Crocodiles Need Kisses Too shows that animals (and children) don't have to be warm and fuzzy to be totally lovable.

Captain Bling and his merry crew set off to find treasure, but they get blown off course and end up at the North Pole. When they spy the elves carefully wrapping presents, the pirates think they have found the ultimate booty! They quickly steal the presents and make their way back to the ship. By the time Santa Claus catches up to them, the pirates are well on their way to escaping. But Santa has a surprise for Captain Bling and his crew!

Say goodnight to each construction vehicle as it completes its last task of the day—especially to little dozer—in this sweet board book that puts a new spin on “Hush, Little Baby.”Push, little dozer, clear the ground, level out the rocky mound. When you’ve flattened smooth the land, signal loader to the sand. After finishing their job for the day, construction vehicles rumble off to sleep!

'There was a wee lassie who swallowed a midgie. I don't know why she swallowed the midgie, So teeny and squidgy!'This is the hilarious twist on a much-loved rhyme that became a best-selling, tongue-twisting Scottish sensation! Wee Lassie swallows a succession of Scotland's favourite creatures to catch that pesky midgie -- including a puffin, a Scottie dog, a seal and even Nessie. After all that, she can't still be hungry. Can she? Unfold the final page for a big surprise…Bold and colourful artwork by Kate McLelland, illustrator of There's a Hole in my Bagpipes, Wee Hamish, Wee Hamish, brings Rebecca Colby’s quirky story to life in this fabulously fun picture book that’s perfect for children from Scotland and beyond.

Find out exactly what goes on inside a medieval castle in this impeccably stylish picture book from the National Trust. How many people does it take to build a castle? And what exactly does each person do? Discover masons to merchants and bakers to blacksmiths in this unique take on the classic rhyme 'This is the House that Jack Built'. Explore what happens inside the castle the king built with striking retro artwork from illustrator Tom Froese and a carefully researched rollicking rhyme from author Rebecca Colby. Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free "Stories Aloud" audio recording. Just scan the QR code and listen along!

Captain Bling and his merry crew set off to find treasure, but they get blown off course and end up at the North Pole. When they spy the elves carefully wrapping presents, the pirates think they have found the ultimate booty! They quickly steal the presents and make their way back to the ship. By the time Santa Claus catches up to them, the pirates are well on their way to escaping. But Santa has a surprise for Captain Bling and his crew!

Join in the classic nursery rhyme with a twist in this beautiful new novelty book for toddlers!Perfect for little ones who love things that go, this vibrant new novelty book brings the classic 'Wheels on the Bus' song to life with fun sliders to push and spin.Children will love singing along as they spin the wheels on the digger, use the scoop, open and close the door, and drive the digger around the building site all day long.A delight to share before bedtime or to take on you travels with you, this book is great for developing fine motor skills and promoting book enjoyment in young children.Includes a free Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® song! Scan the code, hear the song. Other titles in the series: The Wheels on the Bus

A vehicle-tastic singalong book with moving wheels, interactive sliders and a sliding counter!Perfect for little ones who love things that go, this vibrant novelty book brings the classic 'Wheels on the Bus' song to life with fun sliders to push and spin.Children will love singing along as they spin the wheels on the bus, open and close the doors, swish the windscreen wipers, watch the people go up and down and drive the bus around the town all day long.A delight to share before bedtime or to take on you travels with you, this book is great for developing fine motor skills and promoting book enjoyment in young children.Includes a free Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® song! Scan the code, hear the song.

Big Red and his friends all love racing and jumping! Who will win each game?

Viktor is a knight, but dragons keep trying to eat him! Can he come up with a plan to outsmart them?

When an old man sleeps for too long while baking a gingerbread man, he accidentally makes a ninjabread man instead! What will the ninjabread man do?

Slug is shy. Will he say 'hi' to anyone? Slug wants a hug. Who will hug Slug?

The witches show off their pets. What pet does Dot have? Dot is waiting while her pets get ready for bed.

Gom wants a pet. Will his parents let him have one? Gom and his cat have lots of fun. What do they do?

Tin and Bucket make lots of noise. What are they doing? Tin and Bucket try lots of rides. Which is the most fun?

Bab and Bud go to the beach. It is a hot day. What will they do?

What can the bugs hit to make a bug band? Worm is at the Bug Bop. Will he win?

Del is a dog. Who will get the robber? What can Del spot?

Get on and off the red bus! What will they see? Not in the bin! He will make…

King Leopold is kind but wacky, and has an obsession with displaying his rules on signs. Can two thieves get the better of him by pretending to be painters of New Signs?Sun is delighted: Moon has agreed to marry him! All he needs to do is find clothes which are Fit for the Moon – and that’s easy enough... right?Discover the hilarious answers in this collection of two beautifully barmy short stories...Chip Colquhoun & Korky Paul's Fables & Fairy Tales: Inspiring stories from around the world, retold to inspire you.These two short tales are great for reading aloud at bedtime with listeners aged 4+, and are also excellent for new independent readers aged 7+. Each features three beautifully detailed illustrations.

WARNING: These are not safe, cosy stories.Inside this book you'll find:a skeleton whose job is to scare people – and he's good at ita spider trying to trick a godheroes making very bad decisionsendings that aren't always happyat least one story that risks making you snort-laughSome of these tales are funny. Some are creepy. Many are surprising. All are impossible to forget.So if you like stories with teeth, tricks, danger, and just a tiny bit of chaos......read this book.But don't say we didn't warn you...With trickster spiders, wicked ghouls, pirates, princesses, and unexpected heroes, this thrilling collection of folk tales from around the world mixes humour, suspense, adventure, and warmth to take you on unforgettable journeys.Carefully chosen for both solo reading and sharing aloud, the stories balance snort-out-loud moments with deeper themes of courage, cooperation, and cleverness.Featuring striking illustrations by Korky Paul and friends, this is an ideal introduction to the richness of traditional storytelling.

WARNING: These are not safe, cosy stories.Inside this book you'll find:a skeleton whose job is to scare people – and he's good at ita spider trying to trick a godheroes making very bad decisionsendings that aren't always happyat least one story that risks making you snort-laughSome of these tales are funny. Some are creepy. Many are surprising. All are impossible to forget.So if you like stories with teeth, tricks, danger, and just a tiny bit of chaos......read this book.But don't say we didn't warn you...With trickster spiders, wicked ghouls, pirates, princesses, and unexpected heroes, this thrilling collection of folk tales from around the world mixes humour, suspense, adventure, and warmth to take you on unforgettable journeys.Carefully chosen for both solo reading and sharing aloud, the stories balance snort-out-loud moments with deeper themes of courage, cooperation, and cleverness.Featuring striking illustrations by Korky Paul and friends, this is an ideal introduction to the richness of traditional storytelling.