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Look! It’s a book!Starring a brother and sister who go to the zoo, see kangaroos and baboons, and get to bring home balloons! Told entirely in words that contain a double o, this playful story is a great choice for emerging readers.Bright illustrations and an engaging, interactive text will invite repeated readings. Hooray! A brother and sister can’t wait to go to the zoo, where they have an exciting day ahead full of food, balloons, baboons, and so much more. This playful concept-and-story book is ideal for new readers.Author-illustrator Fiona Woodcock’s spare text uses only words containing double o’s, an important concept for early literacy. Each word is cleverly woven into stunning illustrations. And it all ends with a bedtime book, of course. Good night!

Acclaimed author-illustrator Fiona Woodcock delivers a child-friendly picture book about transition, transformation, and the things that change and the things that don’t. Yesterday and Today will appeal to those who love What Matters Most by Emma Dodd, My Heart by Corinna Luyken, and Aliki’s popular and bestselling picture books. Yesterday I was me. Today I am still me. As the days go by in a young girl’s life, what changes? What stays the same? She hated peas yesterday—but today, cooked in a different way, they taste pretty good. Yesterday she spotted an egg in the nest outside her house. Today, a baby bird is ready to fly away. Yesterday, the bud on that plant was just a bud. Today, a flower bloomed! Change is inevitable but one thing remains the same: our resilient main character is sweetly, undeniably, unapologetically herself. Fiona Woodcock’s child-friendly text and emotionally rich illustrations present the concepts of transformation, transitions, patterns, and change in a clear and engaging way. Yesterday and Today is an excellent social emotional choice for those navigating change and transition. It celebrates being true to oneself while always leaving room for new wonders and new friends.

A little polar bear, Miki, wanders away while his mother is diving for fish. He sees a dot in the snow and rushes towards it. Readers discover that the dot is a little girl. But Miki has never seen a human before and the little girl has never seen a polar bear. They discover more about each other as they play in the snow but then the perils of the polar landscape impel Miki to take the little girl home before undertaking the long journey to find his own mother. Although one is a polar bear and one is a little girl, Miki and Dot share a common experience: they are both separated from their mothers when they meet. Their bond of friendship gives them the strength to support each other during the course of a day that will last with them both forever. This is a moving and poignant story set in a changing and challenging polar landscape, perfect for the Christmas season. It wraps up important themes about empathy, kindness, and courage. The story is both simply told and affecting. The gorgeous snowscapes, full of real atmosphere, are created with printmaking techniques by debut illustrator Fiona Woodcock.

A little polar bear, Miki, wanders away while his mother is diving for fish. He sees a dot in the snow and rushes towards it. Readers discover that the dot is a little girl. But Miki has never seen a human before and the little girl has never seen a polar bear. They discover more about each other as they play in the snow but then the perils of the polar landscape impel Miki to take the little girl home before undertaking the long journey to find his own mother. Although one is a polar bear and one is a little girl, Miki and Dot share a common experience: they are both separated from their mothers when they meet. Their bond of friendship gives them the strength to support each other during the course of a day that will last with them both forever. This is a moving and poignant story set in a changing and challenging polar landscape, perfect for the Christmas season. It wraps up important themes about empathy, kindness, and courage. The story is both simply told and affecting. The gorgeous snowscapes,

Chi is a panda who loves to listen.Being silent brings sounds to her ears: the swish of bamboo, the chitter of birds, and then one day, a new sound, gentle and sweet. The sound leads Chi to a boy, who blows breath through a piece of bamboo. Chi is enchanted and longs to make friends, but she is shy and hides instead.As the boy searches for Chi and mist gathers in the forest, she must find the courage to help him-even if it means being seen . . .

A BANK STREET BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR"For any kid or parent that's having a bit of a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day, this book is an instant pick me up. Great for siblings, too!" --Red Tricycle "After reading aloud, listeners might discover their own ways to unbudge curmudgeons."--Publishers Weekly"Playful language and a subtly rhyming text create an enjoyable read-aloud about frustrations and bad moods." --Booklist What do you do with a curmudgeon that just won't budge? Why, shake off the grumpy 'tude and embrace the fun!Have you ever seen a curmudgeon that looks like your brother, but is in such a bad mood you hardly recognize him? You can try all the peanut butter sandwiches and brownies you have, but he is not moving.Nothing works, especially nudging, and he just makes you so grumpy that eventually you have no choice but to fight back--and then...Have you ever become a curmudgeon that just won't budge?Matthew Burgess's playful depiction of bad moods and sibling rivalry is matched perfectly by Fiona Woodcock's unique childlike art style.

Shortlisted for a 2026 CLiPPA Poetry Award!"A fun, bright and colourful book which is also deeply practical, accessible and helpful for caregivers. Wonderful." - BooktrustA PERFECT new baby gift and an ideal toddler read with 34 original poems by award-winning poet and author Sean Taylor that each come with its own accompanying easy-to-follow directions for actions and movement. Any child is in safe hands with this ingenious one-of-a-kind interactive poetry collection. Stunningly illustrated by Fiona Woodcock, FIVE LITTLE FRIENDS offers parents and caregivers simple and joyful ways to sing and play with their little ones as well as encouraging both children AND grown-ups to use their fingers, hands, arms, legs and even feet to become a stomping elephant, falling snow or bursting fireworks! Held in a big, handsomely sturdy picture book format - just right for sharing - this book is sure to help entertain, and engage with, wriggling, rolling babies or busy toddlers. Even MORE than this – finger rhymes are a beautifully simple way to help children develop and work on their fine motor skills while supporting their social and emotional development. - Create some beautiful memories with this must have title for any child’s library.- An ideal title for schools and libraries or any kind of early years setting.- A stunningly designed and deeply practical new baby gift.And just read these wonderful reviews:"Oh my word! Me and my son (my little reader) love having our hands on this fun, playfully rhymey book!" - Raymond Antrobus, author of Can bears Ski?"It’s beautiful and colorful and filled with clever new rhymes. I don’t know who needs to hear this, but if your story time needs a kick in the butt, this book is the butt-kicking you so sorely require." - School Library Journal"A fresh, wonderfully creative, and visually engaging array of rhymes to get kids moving." - Kirkus Book Reviews"What a treat ... this new collaboration from Sean and Fiona offering hours and hours of enriching fun is a must have." - Red Reading Hub"A singsong volume that gets bodies moving and pages turning." - Publishers Weekly"A tried-and-tested format, this collection feels fresh as all the poems are original. The hand actions, along with the rhythm, rhyme and repetition, are really enjoyable for children who are developing their language skills." - JUNO Magazine “On the button … these poems won me over.” - Tony Mitton

You can be late for many things in life, but you should never keep an adventure waiting...In Griselda Bone's gloomy orphanage, daydreaming is banned, skipping is forbidden and Christmas is well and truly cancelled. But for Phoebe and her sausage dog Herb, is it possible that, just when things seem at their bleakest, magic awaits in the swirling, snow-filled air?   Join them on an enchanting adventure in this beautifully moving story by the bestselling author of Sky Song and The Unmapped Chronicles, Abi Elphinstone, and renowned illustrator Fiona Woodcock.

A story of friendship to treasure this Christmas . . . From the bestselling author of A DOG CALLED HOMELESS, this is the perfect Christmas gift for fans of Michael Morpurgo, Lauren St John and Sara Pennypacker's PAX.  It’s the Christmas holidays and Thea is looking forward to spending them with her father. She can tell him all about her plans to become a writer, and maybe he’ll buy her the typewriter she’s been dreaming of.But when Thea arrives in snowy Norway, everything feels . . . wrong. Her father is as distant as ever and now she has to share him with his new family: his girlfriend Inge and her children. Then Thea makes a surprising discovery. Deep in the snowy woods by the house, is a bear. He’s scared and hungry and he desperately needs Thea’s help.When the town hears about a bear living in the woods, Bear’s life is in even greater danger. Thea needs to show everyone that he’s not dangerous – he’s a good bear – if she’s to save him.A gorgeous Christmas story for readers aged 9+ that will warm your heart and take you on an adventure you will never forget. Beautifully illustrated by award-winning illustrator Fiona Woodcock, the artist behind Abi Elphinstone's The Snow Dragon.'A big, beautiful hug of a book and the perfect winter companion' Phil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls'A heart-warming story' Abi Elphinstone, author of The Unmapped Chronicles series 'Beautiful, wise and tender' Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller'When she meets a bear in the woods, it leads to a transformative friendship that will help to mend the family’s divisions' The Telegraph's best new children’s books to buy for Christmas 2021'Author Sarah Lean and illustrator Fiona Woodcock build a beautiful, wintery world for this story about family and friendship' The Scotsman'Sarah Lean’s beautifully written story about a lonely girl and a brown bear is a modern fairytale' Booktrust 'Beautifully written with lovely illustrations, this heart-warming animal story is a real delight – perfect for cosy winter reading' The Week JuniorReaders love The Good Bear:'A story which reminds us that Christmas is about family and togetherness'  Amazon reviewer 'This was a heart warming and adventurous story that kept me turning the pages to see what happened next' Amazon reviewer 'A lovely book to cuddle up and share' Amazon reviewer'Such a beautiful and heartwarming story. I didn't want it to end' Amazon reviewer

A story of friendship to treasure this Christmas . . . From the bestselling author of A DOG CALLED HOMELESS, this is the perfect Christmas gift for fans of Michael Morpurgo, Lauren St John and Sara Pennypacker's PAX.   It’s the Christmas holidays and Thea is looking forward to spending them with her father. She can tell him all about her plans to become a writer, and maybe he’ll buy her the typewriter she’s been dreaming of. But when Thea arrives in snowy Norway, everything feels . . . wrong. Her father is as distant as ever and now she has to share him with his new family: his girlfriend Inge and her children. Then Thea makes a surprising discovery. Deep in the snowy woods by the house, is a bear. He’s scared and hungry and he desperately needs Thea’s help. When the town hears about a bear living in the woods, Bear’s life is in even greater danger. Thea needs to show everyone that he’s not dangerous – he’s a good bear – if she’s to save him.A gorgeous Christmas story for readers aged 9+ that will warm your heart and take you on an adventure you will never forget. Beautifully illustrated by award-winning illustrator Fiona Woodcock, the artist behind Abi Elphinstone's The Snow Dragon. 'A big, beautiful hug of a book and the perfect winter companion' Phil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls 'A heart-warming story' Abi Elphinstone, author of The Unmapped Chronicles series  'Beautiful, wise and tender' Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller'When she meets a bear in the woods, it leads to a transformative friendship that will help to mend the family’s divisions' The Telegraph's best new children’s books to buy for Christmas 2021 'Author Sarah Lean and illustrator Fiona Woodcock build a beautiful, wintery world for this story about family and friendship' The Scotsman 'Sarah Lean’s beautifully written story about a lonely girl and a brown bear is a modern fairytale' Booktrust  'Beautifully written with lovely illustrations, this heart-warming animal story is a real delight - perfect for cosy winter reading' The Week JuniorReaders love The Good Bear: 'A story which reminds us that Christmas is about family and togetherness'  Amazon reviewer  'This was a heart warming and adventurous story that kept me turning the pages to see what happened next' Amazon reviewer  'A lovely book to cuddle up and share' Amazon reviewer 'Such a beautiful and heartwarming story. I didn't want it to end' Amazon reviewer

A story of friendship to treasure this Christmas . . .From the bestselling author of A DOG CALLED HOMELESS,this is the perfect Christmas gift for fans of Michael Morpurgo, Lauren St John and Sara Pennypackers PAX. It''s the Christmas holidays and Thea is looking forward to spending them with her father. She can tell him all about her plans to become a writer, and maybe he''ll buy her the typewriter she''s been dreaming of. But when Thea arrives in snowy Norway, everything feels . . . wrong. Her father is as distant as ever and now she has to share him with his new family: his girlfriend Inge and her children. Then Thea makes a surprising discovery. Deep in the snowy woods by the house, is a bear. He''s scared and hungry and he desperately needs Thea''s help. When the town hears about a bear living in the woods, Bear''s life is in even greater danger. Thea needs to show everyone that he''s not dangerous he''s a good bear if she''s to save him.A gorgeous Christmas story for readers aged 9+ that will warm your heart and take you on an adventure you will never forget. A big, beautiful hug of a book and the perfect winter companionPhil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls A heart-warming story Abi Elphinstone, author ofThe Unmapped Chroniclesseries Beautiful, wise and tender Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller When she meets a bear in the woods, it leads to a transformative friendship that will help to mend the family''s divisionsTheTelegraphs best new children''s books to buy for Christmas 2021 Author Sarah Lean and illustrator Fiona Woodcock build a beautiful, wintery world for this story about family and friendshipThe Scotsman Sarah Lean''s beautifully written story about a lonely girl and a brown bear is a modern fairytaleBooktrust Beautifully written with lovely illustrations, this heart-warming animal story is a real delight perfect for cosy winter readingThe Week JuniorReaders love The Good Bear: A story which reminds us that Christmas is about family and togetherness Amazon reviewer This was a heart warming and adventurous story that kept me turning the pages to see what happened nextAmazon reviewer A lovely book to cuddle up and shareAmazon reviewer Such a beautiful and heartwarming story. I didnt want it to endAmazon reviewer

“The deepest frost has the power to rekindle hope in anyone who’s lost it…”In Bertie Crash-Wallop's noisy family, it can sometimes feel like there is no room for a quiet boy like him. But when Bertie meets a family of goblins on the night of the deepest frost, is it possible he might make some magic and discover his own place in the world?Join Bertie and the Frost Goblins on an exciting adventure in this beautifully moving story by the bestselling author of Sky Song and The Unmapped Chronicles, Abi Elphinstone, and renowned illustrator Fiona Woodcock. The perfect book for frosty winter's nights and cosy Christmas mornings. Also by Abi Elphinstone & Fiona Woodcock:The Snow DragonPraise for The Frost Goblin:'Atmospheric illustrations and a touching story with an ending that will melt icicles.' - Daily Mail'A tender, witty, illustrated short story.' - The Sunday Times

The city roared like a jungle. Leonie roared back at the city. She shook her mane and swished her tail. She was a lion girl. Leonie and her mother are off to the big city!Inspired by the people, sights and sounds, Leonie can''t wait to discover it all. Her mother tells her to stay close, but there''s SO much to see.And surely nothing can scare a brave lion girl, can it? A wild, spirited tale of imagination and self-belief, beautifully brought to life by Fiona Woodcock.

The city roared like a jungle. Leonie roared back at the city. She shook her mane and swished her tail. She was a lion girl. Leonie and her mother are off to the big city!Inspired by the people, sights and sounds, Leonie can’t wait to discover it all. Her mother tells her to stay close, but there’s SO much to see.And surely nothing can scare a brave lion girl, can it? A wild, spirited tale of imagination and self-belief, beautifully brought to life by Fiona Woodcock.

The city roared like a jungle. Leonie roared back at the city. She shook her mane and swished her tail. She was a lion girl. Leonie and her mother are off to the big city!Inspired by the people, sights and sounds, Leonie can’t wait to discover it all. Her mother tells her to stay close, but there’s SO much to see.And surely nothing can scare a brave lion girl, can it? A wild, spirited tale of imagination and self-belief, beautifully brought to life by Fiona Woodcock.

Pip and Parker are best friends who do everything together. When Pip makes a mistake, Parker is always there to see the bright side. But what happens when Parker needs a little encouragement, too? Perfect for story-time and bedtime sharing, Silver Linings is a funny picture book about friendship, resilience, overcoming anxiety, and staying positive in the face of adversity, from acclaimed author-artist Fiona Woodcock. Pip and Parker live next door to each other and are such good friends that sometimes they don’t even need words to communicate. If something goes wrong, Parker (who always looks on the bright side) helps Pip see the silver lining.When the clouds roll in, Pip sees a day spoiled by rain, but Parker sees a chance to play a fun cloud guessing game! When Pip accidently drops her sweet strawberry snack into her lemonade, she’s certain disaster has struck. But Parker finds a reason to celebrate their unexpected pink lemonade! But what will happen when Parker makes a mistake and feels blue? Can Pip cheer him up and show him the silver lining?Acclaimed author-illustrator Fiona Woodcock’s emotionally rich illustrations accompany her imaginative celebration of friendship, positivity, and loyalty. A great read-aloud, Silver Linings is perfect for bedtime, story-time, and classrooms. A wonderful choice for social and emotional learning that celebrates the importance of empathy and staying positive.