David Sim – illustratör

Three monkey stories with a real sense of fun, perfect for children learing to read. It's Jani's first day at school and she's nervous. Will the other monkeys be friendly? Will they all stare at her? Jani is in a wheelchair, and this makes her different. But, thanks to her sense of cheekiness, she makes friends and has a very nice first day at school indeed.The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It’s the first step towards a lasting love of reading. Level 1 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for new readers who are beginning to read simple stories with help. " Short, simple sentences " Familiar, repeated words " Big, clear type " 1 5 lines per page " Bright, fun pictures to help talk about the story All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their children’s reading.Book band: Green

Hop on the tractor for a lively farmyard counting adventure!Chug along with a busy farmer as he picks up fifteen animals on his route—until a bumpy surprise sends everyone tumbling! With playful repetition and rhythm, this colorful book combines counting fun with a dash of farmyard chaos. Introduces counting with humor and excitement Educational endnotes on farm machines and crops Includes a QR code for access to video animation and audio

Chug along with a farmer and his tractor on this multi-season animal adventure! A busy farmer picks up fifteen animals along his route, but when his trailer hits a stone, chaos ensues. This colourful book combines simple counting instruction with humour, repetition and rhythm to encourage learning fun. Includes educational endnotes on the different machines farmers use and the crops they grow! A QR code on the book provides access to video animation and audio.

Blast through the galaxy to our own solar system and explore the mysteries of space to a rocking beat. Packed with educational endnotes about space exploration and more. A QR code on the book provides access to video animation and audio.

What can you make with a line, a circle or square? This inspiring book, based on an original song by children’s singer SteveSongs, shows how simple shapes can be transformed into anything you can imagine from boats to skyscrapers to a circus. The catchy song and animation will soon have you dancing along, making shapes! Book with QR code provides access to an animated singalong performed by SteveSongs.