Katy Halford – illustratör

Read Write Inc. Phonics Book Bag Books are engaging texts to support children with additional reading practice outside the classroom. They have been specifically designed for children to take home after school, in order to share their reading journey and celebrate their achievements with parents and carers. The books are closely matched to the existing Read Write Inc. Phonics Storybooks to reinforce children's classroom learning of phonics at the appropriate level, helping them to make even faster progress in reading.

Embark on an exciting journey through the most interesting and important festivals, celebrations, and holidays enjoyed by people around the world. Stunning original illustrations and fascinating facts will inspire and inform children about cultures and religions from a huge range of countries. Witness a camel marathon in a celebration of the Sahara Desert, munch on Mid-Autumn mooncakes in China, and discover why skeletons dance at the Day of the Dead in Mexico. Children will love poring over artist Katy Halford's beautiful illustrations, which showcase every celebration in absorbing detail. Engaging facts introduce readers to the most interesting aspects of each celebration, from the costumes worn to the food eaten, and encourage an understanding of other cultures and religions. It's time to celebrate!

Introduce young readers to the most interesting aspects of languages, how they evolve and change over time.Humans' use of language is one of our distinguishing features. Language allows us to communicate what we think, what we want, what we feel and what we have learnt. Some 100,000 years ago, humans began speaking. Since then, we have developed nearly 7000 languages. Languages are living things; they evolve and change over time. They even travel! People carry their language with them and spread it. Large language families even have their own family trees, such as Spanish, French, English. Different languages can be mixed and combined to create new languages with similar words, pronunciation and grammar rules. Languages can even become extinct if they are not shared and learnt by each new generation. Spoken languages are not the only way we communicate. Sign language, braille, symbols, music, art, computer codes - humans have invented numerous ways of communicating. Sharing feelings, thoughts and ideas through the power of language is an essential part of being human.

With a search-and-find element, this picture book isperfect for all unicorn fans!When a little girl is told there's no such thing as unicorns,she doesn't believe it for a second. Surely unicornsexist? After all, they're always in books and films!But if she's has any chance of proving that unicorns are real,the little girl needs proof! Super bright and shiny foiled cover makes this book THE perfectgift for little onesSpot the hidden unicorn on each pageInside illustrations are as special, fun and bright as the frontcover, children will pour over each page! And so starts a wonderful journey. Do unicorns exist? There'sonly one way to find out...

Can YOU find the dragons in this super-fun and fiery picturebook?When a little boy is told there's no such thing as dragons,he doesn't believe it for a second. Dragons MUST exist - afterall, they're always in books and films!But if he has any chance of proving that dragons are real,the little boy needs proof! So starts a wonderful adventureup to the tallest mountain and into the darkest caves. AndDO dragons exist? There's only one way to find out... With a super-sparkly and fiery foil cover, this is the perfectgift for children who love dragonsA fun rhyming text that children will love, written by bestsellingauthor Lucy RowlandColourful illustrations with so much to see on every page - andhidden dragons that children will love finding!Also available: There's No Such Thing as Unicorns, There'sNo Such Thing as Elves and There's No Such Thing asMermaids

Can YOU find the mermaids in this super-fun and sparklypicture book?When a little girl is told there's no such thing as mermaids,she doesn't believe it for a second. Mermaids MUSTexist - after all, they're always in books and films!But if she has any chance of proving that mermaidsare real, the little girl needs proof! Sostarts a wonderful journey. And DO mermaids exist?There's only one way to find out... With a super-sparkly foil cover, this is the perfect gift forchildren who love mermaidsA fun rhyming text that children will love, written by bestsellingauthor Lucy RowlandColourful illustrations with so much to see on every page - andhidden mermaids that children will love finding!Also available: There's No Such Thing as Unicorns andThere's No Such Thing as Elves  Praise for the There's No Such Thing series"Lively rhyming text pairs well with whimsical cartoon drawingsof a diverse community." Kirkus Reviews (Unicorns)"a wonderful addition to any nursery and lower primary schoollibrary and make a perfect gift." Emma Suffield(Dragons)

Ho, ho ho! Can YOU find the elves in this festively funChristmas picture book?When a little boy is told there's no such thing as elves,he doesn't believe it for a second. Surely elves exist? Afterall, they're always in Christmas books and films!But if he has any chance of proving that elves are real,the little boy needs proof! And so starts a wonderful journey.So DO elves exist? There's only one way to find out... With shiny silver on the cover, this is the perfect gift forchildren who love ChristmasA fun rhyming text that children will love, written by bestsellingauthor Lucy RowlandColourful illustrations with so much to see on every page - andhidden elves that children will love finding!Also available: There's No Such Thing as Unicorns andThere's No Such Thing as Mermaids

Can YOU find the ghosts in this spookily sweet search-and-findpicture book?When a little child is told there's no such thing as ghosts,they don't believe it for a second.Ghosts MUST exist - after all, they're always in books and films!But if they've got any chance of proving that ghosts arereal, this kid needs proof! And so, starts a wonderfuljourney. Do ghosts exist? If you look closely enough, you mightjust see one go "BOO!" With a super-sparkly foiled cover, this is the perfect treatfor children who love ghosts and all things HalloweenA super fun rhyming text that will put a smile on your faceStunning, atmospheric illustrations on every page - and hiddenghosts that children will love to spotAlso available: There's No Such Thing as Unicorns, There'sNo Such Thing as Elves, There's No Such Thingas Mermaids and There's No Such Thing as Dragons

Can YOU find the fairies in this super sparkly search-and-findpicture book?When a little girl is told there's no such thing as fairies,she's sure it can't be true!Fairies must be real! After all, they're always in books and films.But to prove that fairies exist, this little girl needs a touchof fairy dust magic!And do fairies exist? You'll have to wait and see! With a fun, sparkly foiled cover, this is the perfect treat forchildren who love the magical things in life!A super sweet rhyming text that will put a smile on your faceStunning, atmospheric illustrations on every page - and hiddenfairies that children will love to spotAlso available: There's No Such Thing as Unicorns, There'sNo Such Thing as Elves, There's No Such Thingas Mermaids, There's No Such Thing as Dragons andThere's No Such Thing as Ghosts

When Bear finds a book in the woods, his world is changed. His friend Owl teaches him to read, and Bear wants more! Bear decides the city will offer him what he's looking for, but when he reaches the busy streets, he's sad to discover that some people think that "Books aren't for bears!" Can Bear find a place where books are for everybody?

Josh and Ling look for the big stink. What can it be? The Big Stink is part of the Rocket Phonics range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Rocket Phonics builds a firm foundation in word reading through fresh and fully decodable phonics books for Pink A to Orange band. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 4-5 years

It's the unicorn book you never knew you needed ... untilnow!A story about friendship, acceptance and rainbow unicorn poop! Meet Unicorn.With a beautiful mane so silky smooth,a glittering horn that sparkles in the sunlightand perfectly pink hooves that shine as she gallops,Unicorn is just like every other unicorn out there.Except for her rainbow poop, of course.Wait - haven't you heard about her rainbow poop? This fully fabulous picture book by Emma Adams and KatyHalford features:unicorns, rainbows, dragons, princesses, fairies, silliness, mischiefand RAINBOW POOP!

Super-smart inventor Mariella doesn’t have time for sleep in this funny and life-affirming gem from award-winning beloved author Eoin Colfer, featuring full colour illustrations from rising star Katy Halford.Mariella loves nothing more than inventing but bedtime keeps getting in the way of all her brilliant ideas! So when Mum and Dad won't take no for an answer there's only one thing for it… Mariella has to build a rocket-powered flying suit to zap her round the world faster than the setting sun! If anyone can outsmart sleep it's Mariella. But everyone needs sleep and without it all of Mariella's brilliant ideas might just disappear. A "how to live a happy life" tale told with humour, warmth and a loveable female protagonist.

The first in a delightful series following the mischievous canine antics of a classroom pet, from World of Norm author Jonathan Meres. Someone new is joining the class at Wigley Primary … He's got four legs, a big bark and shaggy golden curls!Nora, Lou, Marty, Josh and the other children love having Noodle the Doodle at school. He listens when they read him stories, he sings along in music class and he even delivers messages to the other classroom … or at least, he tries to! So when Mr Reed announces that they're taking a school trip to the seaside, they're thrilled that Noodle will be coming too. But the beach is an exciting place for a dog – perhaps too exciting. Will Noodle be on his best behaviour or will the whole trip end in chaos? Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 8.

Jamie has lots of friends - lots of friends with different kinds of families. Kate's got two dads, Hannah has a foster mum. And Jade's got her very own butler! This funny, heart-warming picture book celebrates different kinds of families and the special bonds between them. A gently funny picture book celebrating the diverse mix of families that can make up any child's classroom: whether it's Harry's 'total legend' single mum, Kate's two dads or the coolest adults Jamie knows - his granny and grandpops. My Friends and Me will pull on heart strings and funny bones as it explores the love that makes up every family.   The colourful illustrations by the brilliant Katy Halford (Naughty Narwhal) are packed full of detail and humour to bring a smile to parents and children alike. Educational, fun and celebrates diversity! Stephanie Stansbie's funny and engaging story, complete with cameos from various family pets, is brimming with positivity. It is a must for every child's bookshelf, classroom and library. My Friends and Me celebrates the love in every family, in all their varied and beautiful forms.

Mishaps and mayhem abound as Noodle joins the new kid in class for the school talent show in this adorable canine comedy. There’s another new arrival at Wigley Primary. At first Samir finds it hard to settle in, but with a bit of help from Noodle the doodle, he starts to feel at home. When the class decide to put on a talent show to raise money for charity, Samir can’t decide what to do – until his new best buddy Noodle gives him an amazing idea. Can the children in the class prove that Wigley’s got talent … or will Noodle steal the show? Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 8.

Noodle is up to his usual canine antics as Sports Day arrives at Wigley Primary – and a new friend adds even more mayhem … Sports Day has arrived at Wigley Primary and everyone is excited to take part in unusual events like book balancing, frisbee tossing and seeing who can race in the most layers of clothes! Of course Noodle the doodle is desperate to join in all the fun, but when he gets a new partner-in-crime, Daniel the spaniel, are the canine capers going to spiral out of control or can Noodle win the day …? Particularly suitable for readers aged 7+ with a reading age of 8.

I'm sure you've heard of fairies. You've probably heard of pixies too. But maybe you thought they only existed in stories.Alice is fed up. Her family have moved to the countryside and there are no adventures to be found at all. Or so she thinks...But everything changes when she meets seven-year-old Max who shares the most wonderful secret. At the bottom of his garden is an oak tree with a tiny door. And through that tiny door live three pixies.The pixies are relieved to meet Alice – as they need her help. Their queen has been frozen by the mean fairies and only the bravest adventurers can come to her rescue and save the day.A delightful new series for 6+ in the tradition of The Magic Faraway Tree.

The second book in the magical Pixies vs Fairies series, set in a world which turns everything you know about fairies on its head, where fairies are mean and pixies are the real heroes!Join Alice and Max for a magical adventure with their pixie friends!Bran the pixie has challenged the fairies to let their ponies compete in the unicorn showjumping tournament. He is determined to prove that ponies are just as good as unicorns. But if the fairies win, the pixies risk losing their home! The pixies need Alice and Max's help if they're going to stand a chance in the competition.Can Alice and Max gallop to victory?Also available:Pixies vs Fairies (Book 1)