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It’s bedtime for River Rose in this brilliant debut picture book from superstar mum, Grammy Award-winner Kelly Clarkson, with beautiful illustrations by Laura Hughes.River Rose is going to the zoo tomorrow! The only problem is she’s FAR too excited to go to sleep. That is, until her mummy comes and sings her a special lullaby and she drifts off on a magical adventure.The perfect bedtime story, featuring an original lullaby written and performed by Grammy Award-winner, Kelly Clarkson, for you to download.

The sparklingly funny debut picture book from Juno Dawson, bestselling writer and activist. Sometimes people say to me: ‘What happened to your brother, Bill?’ That’s when I look them in the eye and say: ‘Hun, you need to chill.’ When Bill can’t be found at school one day, the imaginations of the other children run wild. Is he on holiday? Is he lost in the park? Has he been eaten by a shark?! It’s up to Bill’s sister to explain…‘A timely, perfectly positive and reassuring read.’ Steven Lenton‘GLORIOUS and heartwarming with so much love between the two covers. Just beautiful!’ Alex T Smith Juno Dawson’ debut picture book is a witty and fun-filled rhyming story about family, identity and allyship. Bold, joyful and warm-hearted, its message of love and inclusivity shines through on every page. Juno Dawson is the internationally bestselling author of Young Adult novels and non-fiction, including Clean and This Book Is Gay, as well as a novelist, screenwriter, journalist, and a columnist for Attitude magazine. Her work has appeared in Glamour, Dazed, Grazia and the Guardian, and she was chosen by Val McDermid as ‘one of the ten most compelling LGBTQ+ writers working in the UK today’.

The sparklingly funny debut picture book from Juno Dawson, bestselling writer and activist. Sometimes people say to me: ‘What happened to your brother, Bill?’ That’s when I look them in the eye and say: ‘Hun, you need to chill.’ When Bill can’t be found at school one day, the imaginations of the other children run wild. Is he on holiday? Is he lost in the park? Has he been eaten by a shark?! It’s up to Bill’s sister to explain…‘A timely, perfectly positive and reassuring read.’ Steven Lenton‘GLORIOUS and heartwarming with so much love between the two covers. Just beautiful!’ Alex T Smith Juno Dawson’ debut picture book is a witty and fun-filled rhyming story about family, identity and allyship. Bold, joyful and warm-hearted, its message of love and inclusivity shines through on every page. Juno Dawson is the internationally bestselling author of Young Adult novels and non-fiction, including Clean and This Book Is Gay, as well as a novelist, screenwriter, journalist, and a columnist for Attitude magazine. Her work has appeared in Glamour, Dazed, Grazia and the Guardian, and she was chosen by Val McDermid as ‘one of the ten most compelling LGBTQ+ writers working in the UK today’.

Winner of the Oscar's Book Prize 2018 What if a PIG got stuck up your NOSE? How ever would you get it out?When Natalie has to go to school with a pig stuck up her nose, her whole class gets together to find a way to get the pig out. But how will they do it?The zany humour of Sue Hendra (of Supertato and Barry the Fish with Fingers fame) meets Babe the Pig in this funny picture book. This delightfully silly tale, brought to life by warm, comical artwork from rising star Laura Hughes, will have children giggling and oinking out loud to try to work out how to get a farmyard animal out of someone's nose.The perfect picture book for boys and girls aged 3 years and up – or for anyone who has ever got something stuck up their nose!"This very funny, sweet story won the hearts of the judging panel. Oink!" @oscarsbookprize"The surprise comes right at the start, and what a wonderfully dotty premise to begin a story with, about problem solving in the classroom. Brilliantly structured too" – Julia Eccleshare"Everything about There's a Pig Up My Nose! is entrancing, from the title onwards; it also features the best PE excuse note ever" – The GuardianJohn Dougherty was born in Larne, Northern Ireland and worked as a children's primary school teacher for several years before leaving to concentrate on his writing. He has published several books for children and has been shortlisted for a number of prestigious awards. His book, Zeus Sorts It Out, was one of The Times children's books of the year 2011.Laura Hughes studied illustration at Kingston University and is the illustrator and artist behind Daddy’s Sandwich, nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2016. She has worked with several publishers including Bloomsbury, Harper Collins US and Faber & Faber. She lives in east London with her cat.Disclaimer: neither of them have ever had a pig stuck up their nose …

The original Idol, Grammy Award-winning singing sensation Kelly Clarkson, makes her picture book debut with this enchanting story inspired by her own daughter, River Rose. The book comes complete with a link so you can listen to an original lullaby written and performed by Kelly herself. It's a big day for River Rose she's going to the zoo! But when she's too excited to fall asleep the night before, it takes a magical lullaby from Mom to send River Rose off on a dream adventure! Soon River Rose is hopscotching with the hippos, slip-sliding with the penguins, and dancing with the big brown bears. It's a rollicking, rhyming tale from America's most beloved performer, recording star Kelly Clarkson. Join along on this bedtime journey with an original lullaby that parents and kids are sure to love! River Rose landed down in the center of the zoo. And right around the corner came a bouncy kangaroo. He was just about to ask if there was something he could do, when River Rose jumped up and said, "We've come to play with you!"

This Read with Oxford Stage 2 story collection contains four traditional tales: The King and his Wish; The Tortoise and the Hare; The Greedy Dog; and The Magic Porridge Pot. This beautifully-illustrated book with clear phonics progression is ideal for children who are developing early reading skills.These well-loved traditional tales from around the world have been rewritten so that children can read them for themselves. They are expertly levelled and in line with children's phonics learning at school. In additional to the stories, the collection offers tips for reading the stories together, extended story texts that parents can read aloud to their child and story maps that children can use to help retell the story in their own words.Featuring much-loved characters, great authors, engaging storylines and fun activities, Read with Oxford offers an exciting range of carefully levelled reading books to build your child's reading confidence.Find practical advice, free eBooks and fun activities to help your child progress on oxfordowl.co.uk. Let's get them flying!

Rabbit on the Run is based on Aesop's fable The Tortoise and the Hare, about the rabbit whose complacency leads him to underestimate the tortoise, who shows that slow and steady can win the race ... This popular story written by Alex Lane and beautifully illustrated by Laura Hughes will capture your child's imagination! It has been sensitively rewritten based on phonics to enable your child to read it with confidence whilst capturing the magic of the original tale. There are useful tips for parents and an engaging story map inside the book to help you and your child retell the story together.The Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales series includes 40 of the best known stories from all over the world, which have been passed down for generations. They are a perfect introduction to different cultures, traditions and morals. All the stories are carefully levelled to Oxford Reading Tree levels and matched to the phonic progression in Letters and Sounds enabling your children to read the stories independently.Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with childrens reading development is also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.

Rabbit on the Run is based on Aesop's fable The Tortoise and the Hare, about the rabbit whose complacency leads him to underestimate the tortoise, who shows that slow and steady can win the race ... This popular story written by Alex Lane and beautifully illustrated by Laura Hughes will capture your child's imagination! It has been sensitively rewritten based on phonics to enable your child to read it with confidence whilst capturing the magic of the original tale. There are useful tips for parents and an engaging story map inside the book to help you and your child retell the story together.The Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales series includes 40 of the best known stories from all over the world, which have been passed down for generations. They are a perfect introduction to different cultures, traditions and morals. All the stories are carefully levelled to Oxford Reading Tree levels and matched to the phonic progression in Letters and Sounds enabling your children to read the stories independently.Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with childrens reading development is also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.

Rabbit on the Run is based on Aesop's fable The Tortoise and the Hare, about the rabbit whose complacency leads him to underestimate the tortoise, who shows that slow and steady can win the race ... This popular story written by Alex Lane and beautifully illustrated by Laura Hughes will capture your child's imagination! It has been sensitively rewritten based on phonics to enable your child to read it with confidence whilst capturing the magic of the original tale. There are useful tips for parents and an engaging story map inside the book to help you and your child retell the story together.The Oxford Reading Tree Traditional Tales series includes 40 of the best known stories from all over the world, which have been passed down for generations. They are a perfect introduction to different cultures, traditions and morals. All the stories are carefully levelled to Oxford Reading Tree levels and matched to the phonic progression in Letters and Sounds enabling your children to read the stories independently.Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with childrens reading development is also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.

Daddy, would you like a sandwich, with all your favourite things...? Join one little girl on her quest to make her father the perfect sandwich, whether he likes it or not... You're in for a wicked surprise!From Squishy McFluff author Pip Jones and bright new talent Laura Hughes, this is a brilliantly funny and charming picture book perfect for ages 3+ and for Fathers' Day gifts.'A delightful treat of a story' Guardian, Best New Children's Books'What small child would not love this amazing picture book to bits!' Books for Keeps

Daddy, would you like a sandwich, with all your favourite things...? Join one little girl on her quest to make her father the perfect sandwich, whether he likes it or not... You're in for a wicked surprise!From Squishy McFluff author Pip Jones and bright new talent Laura Hughes, this is a brilliantly funny and charming picture book perfect for ages 3+ and for Fathers' Day gifts.

Mummy's going away for three whole days!She's bound to miss home very much, so Ruby Roo decides to pack a suitcase with all the things she knows Mummy loves best.Uh-oh. Mummy's in for a wicked surprise!Join Ruby Roo and Barney Boo in the latest picture book sensation from Pip Jones - the funniest voice in young fiction today - and rising star illustrator, Laura Hughes.

BREAKING NEWS: a chocolate monster is on the loose! Keep watch, and closeall cupboard doors.No chocolate bar's secure.If left at large, The Chunk will turn up at YOUR house, for sure.And worse still this fiend will make sure you take the blame! Keep your eyes peeled and join in the hunt for The Chunk in this brilliant new picture book charmingly illustrated by rising star Laura Hughes.

Daddy, would you like a sandwich, with all your favourite things . . . ? Join one little girl on her quest to make her father the perfect sandwich, whether he likes it or not . . . You're in for a wicked surprise!From Squishy McFluff author Pip Jones and bright new talent Laura Hughes, this is a brilliantly funny board book perfect for ages 1+.

Poor Mummy has to go away for three whole days. She says she'll miss home VERY much. I'm going to help her pack! I need a suitcase . . . Oh, this will do! I'll pack the things that Mummy loves. Ruby Roo and Barney Boo set out to pack their mum the perfect suitcase in the latest picture book sensation from Pip Jones - the funniest voice in young fiction today - and rising star illustrator, Laura Hughes.

It's raining, it's pouring.And Daddy is snoring.Mummy is working.Oh, EVERYTHING'S BORING.Ruby Roo and Barney need something to do so they set off to the jungle find adventure . . .

The wildly funny, critically acclaimed picture book celebrates 10 hilarious years! What if a PIG got stuck up your NOSE? How ever would you get it out?When Natalie has to go to school with a pig stuck up her nose, her whole class gets together to find a way to get the pig out. But how will they do it?The perfect picture book for boys and girls aged 3 years and up – or for anyone who has ever got something stuck up their nose! WINNER of the Oscar’s Book Prize! "This very funny, sweet story won the hearts of the judging panel. Oink!" @oscarsbookprize"The surprise comes right at the start, and what a wonderfully dotty premise to begin a story with, about problem solving in the classroom. Brilliantly structured too" – Julia Eccleshare"Everything about There's a Pig Up My Nose! is entrancing, from the title onwards; it also features the best PE excuse note ever" – The Guardian“…we really want to understand and pick out the books that kids want, as opposed to the books that adults think they should want. The winner that epitomises that more than any other is John Dougherty and Laura Hughes’ There’s A Pig Up My Nose from 2018, which is just glorious.” – James Ashton, co-founder of Oscar's Book Prize (The Bookseller)

Amelia’s granny forgets lots of things. Little things, like where she put her glasses, and big things like people and places. But everything anyone has ever forgotten is stored in The Forgettery, and there Amelia and her granny learn the power of making memories.WINNER! English Association English 4-11 Picture Book Awards, Fiction 4-7 Category! Chosen by The Guardian for Book of the Month! Filled with warmth and gentle humour, The Forgettery is a beautifully written, sensitive look at dementia and memory loss. Over 850,000 people live with dementia in the UK, which will soar to 2 million by 2051. Globally, around 50 million people live with dementia, with nearly 10 million new cases each year. Opening up discussions surrounding this challenging topic with little ones has never been more important.Without ever explicitly mentioning dementia, The Forgettery can be enjoyed as an adventure story where children explore a fantastical world where memories can be re-discovered and revisited as well as newly made. Rachel Ip’s tender words capture the wonderful bond between grandmother and granddaughter and Laura Hughes conjures up an exciting, wonderous space where our most precious memories are stored, and the challenge of dementia can be gently explored and understood.

When handing out the invitations for her birthday party, Ella mistakenly drops one on the forest floor, and who should find it? A wizard, of course ... and a pirate and a parrot and then a whole host of wonderful characters! Join Ella for her very exciting birthday party, complete with a hilarious array of unexpected guests! A brilliantly fun picture book, gloriously illustrated by the supremely talented and bestselling illustrator Laura Hughes.

**A beautiful lift-the-flap book featuring your favourite bunnies - perfect for toddlers at EASTER**THE BUNNIES OF HOPPITY HILL: OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIESWe're going on an egg hunt.We're going to find them all.We're REALLY excited.Hooray for Easter Day!Join our four favourite furry friends in this special 10th anniversary edition of We're Going on an Egg Hunt! With flaps to open and ten eggs to find and count, it's great fun. But watch out for obstacles along the way, including lambs, chicks, bees and ducks. There's even a wolfish surprise – so do take care!Based on the traditional 'We're Going on a Lion Hunt' rhyme, the delightful illustrations and read-aloud story will be a huge hit with all fans of the classic We're Going on a Bear Hunt.Perfect for fans of Julia Donaldson, this is the ideal gift for every child, full of Easter magic._______________The Bunnies of Hoppity Hill series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come._______________No.3 on the Sunday Times Children's Chart w/e April 2nd 2022.*Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here*

**A beautiful lift-the-flap book featuring your favourite bunnies - perfect for toddlers at CHRISTMAS**THE BUNNIES OF HOPPITY HILL: OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIESWe’re going on an elf chase. Come and join the fun.Can we catch them all? YES! Run, run, run!Four bunnies set off on a jolly Christmas lift-the-flap adventure to find ten little elves hidden under the flaps. You’ll have to run, run, run if you're going to catch them all! And there are lots of obstacles along the way, from clippy-cloppy reindeer to roaring polar bears and flippy-flappy penguins. Stuffed with festive frolics, this is the perfect Christmas gift.Perfect for fans of Julia Donaldson, from the bestselling author of We're Going on an Egg Hunt._______________The Bunnies of Hoppity Hill series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come.

**A beautiful lift-the-flap book featuring your favourite bunnies - perfect for toddlers at EASTER**THE BUNNIES OF HOPPITY HILL: OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIESWe're going on an egg hunt.We're going to find them all.We're REALLY excited.Hooray for Easter Day!Join our four favourite furry friends in this special 10th anniversary edition of We're Going on an Egg Hunt! With flaps to open and ten eggs to find and count, it's great fun. But watch out for obstacles along the way, including lambs, chicks, bees and ducks. There's even a wolfish surprise – so do take care!Based on the traditional 'We're Going on a Lion Hunt' rhyme, the delightful illustrations and read-aloud story will be a huge hit with all fans of the classic We're Going on a Bear Hunt.Perfect for fans of Julia Donaldson, this is the ideal gift for every child, full of Easter magic._______________The Bunnies of Hoppity Hill series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come._______________No.3 on the Sunday Times Children's Chart w/e April 2nd 2022.*Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here*

**A beautiful lift-the-flap book featuring your favourite bunnies - the perfect SPRINGTIME adventure for toddlers**THE BUNNIES OF HOPPITY HILL: OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIESThere are lots of sleepy animals to wake up in this bouncy, energetic picture book. Lift the flaps, then hop with the little bunnies, cheep with the chicks, baa with the lambs and mew with the kittens.Interactive, packed with non-stop fun and based on the popular nursery rhyme 'Sleeping Bunnies', this jolly lift-the-flap adventure is full of the joys of spring and the perfect gift all year round.Perfect for fans of Julia Donaldson, from the bestselling author of We're Going on an Egg Hunt._______________The Bunnies of Hoppity Hill series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come._______________

With artwork by Laura Hughes, much-loved illustrator of the bestselling picture book, We're Going on an Egg HuntJack has a new book, and he's found the perfect place to read in peace - a big, beautiful tree. So when a tiger, a bear, an alligator and a whole host of unusual animals ask if they can join him, Jack says, 'NO! This tree is just for me!"But you've got to be careful what you wish for. When the animals go away, Jack begins to wonder whether keeping something to yourself is so much fun after all. Sometimes, a tree is EVEN better with friends in it too!This Tree is Just for Me is a charming and uplifting tale of friendship and sharing that will delight children and parents alike.

With artwork by Laura Hughes, much-loved illustrator of the bestselling picture book, We''re Going on an Egg HuntJack has a new book, and he''s found the perfect place to read in peace - a big, beautiful tree. So when a tiger, a bear, an alligator and a whole host of unusual animals ask if they can join him, Jack says, ''NO! This tree is just for me!"But you''ve got to be careful what you wish for. When the animals go away, Jack begins to wonder whether keeping something to yourself is so much fun after all. Sometimes, a tree is EVEN better with friends in it too! This Tree is Just for Me is a charming and uplifting tale of friendship and sharing that will delight children and parents alike.

**A beautiful lift-the-flap book for toddlers, featuring everyone's favourite bunnies - the perfect gift for SUMMER**THE BUNNIES OF HOPPITY HILL: OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIESWe’re going on a treasure hunt. Yo! Ho! Ho!Help us find the golden coins ... Arrrrr! Off we go!Yo! Ho! Ho! Join the fun as four bunnies set off on a thrilling pirate adventure to find the hidden treasure chest.With ten gold coins to find hidden under the flaps, it's an action-packed treasure hunt! You'll need to watch out for the obstacles along the way – leaping dolphins, colourful parrots, scary sharks and naughty monkeys – and help the bunnies get home in time for a delicious SURPRISE! Stuffed with piratical fun, this is the perfect gift for everyone who loves adventure.Perfect for little pirates everywhere, this gorgeously illustrated lift-the-flap romp is packed full of treasure and tropical creatures.The ultimate gift for fans of Julia Donaldson, written by the bestselling author of We're Going on an Egg Hunt._______________The Bunnies of Hoppity Hill series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come._______________

Jellybean is a little girl longing to learn about the world and make friends. But is she ready to leave Mum behind and start school? At first Jellybean is nervous, but her new teacher brings magic into the classroom. And Jellybean's imagination brings her new surroundings to life in many wild and wonderful ways.An inspiring must-read for all children about to start school or nursery.

**A beautiful lift-the-flap book featuring your favourite bunnies - perfect for toddlers at CHRISTMAS**THE BUNNIES OF HOPPITY HILL: OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD!DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIESWe’re going on an elf chase. Come and join the fun.Can we catch them all? YES! Run, run, run!Four bunnies set off on a jolly Christmas lift-the-flap adventure to find ten little elves hidden under the flaps. You’ll have to run, run, run if you're going to catch them all! And there are lots of obstacles along the way, from clippy-cloppy reindeer to roaring polar bears and flippy-flappy penguins. Stuffed with festive frolics, this is the perfect Christmas gift.Perfect for fans of Julia Donaldson, from the bestselling author of We're Going on an Egg Hunt._______________The Bunnies of Hoppity Hill series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come._______________