Pablo Pino – 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.

Follow Dorothy and her dog Toto into the Emerald City with an officially licensed book based on the classic 1939 film!Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto find themselves in a strange new place after being swept up in a tornado. Taken far from the comforts of Kansas and Auntie Em and Uncle Henry's farm, Dorothy discovers that she's arrived in the Land of Oz-a curious place filled with magical people. Dorothy longs to go home after a scary encounter with the Wicked Witch of the West, who wants the Ruby Slippers Glinda the Good Witch has put on the young girl's feet. Dorothy must now follow the yellow brick road to the Emerald City to ask the Wizard of Oz to return her to Kansas.Unlikely friends like The Scarecrow, The Tin Man, and The Cowardly Lion join Dorothy and Toto as they journey through the Land of Oz. Will the group of new-found friends make it to the Emerald City and have their wishes granted? Do they already have everything they were looking for all along? Follow them on their journey to find the Wizard of Oz in this first official illustrated adaptation of the iconic film.

Frankie the Flamingo loves food but she's tired of eating the same thing day after day: shrimp. So Frankie decides to expand her palate by trying exciting new foods-with some colorful consequences! But as Frankie's food world expands, her friends can't quite seem to understand what's gotten into her. Until they spy on Frankie cooking up something special and decide that they, too, might want to go on a food adventure of their own.Learn all about becoming a foodie with Frankie in this delightful story about being brave and trying new foods.

Deck the halls and get ready for hilarious holiday hijinks with this funny and heartwarming Christmas picture book for kids!It's the holiday season, and Jake is determined to have the best Christmas ever, which of course means getting lots of presents! When he writes letters to Santa that include his never-ending gift requests, some speedy shipping suggestions, and a reminder for St. Nick to kindly reply, will Jake get all that he hopes for? Or will Santa teach him a valuable lesson in this delightfully charming story about the Christmas...when Santa wrote back!A cleverly crafted picture book filled with festive art, fun-to-read rhymes, hilarious holiday magic, and a heartfelt message of what truly matters at Christmas, When Santa Wrote Back! is the perfect holiday gift or stocking stuffer for kids ages 3-7! Complete with a bonus spread of letter-writing tips from Jake, this book is also a wonderful addition to accompany the centuries-old holiday tradition of writing letters to Santa! A fun and special Christmas read-aloud to share!Dear Santa,I wrote you a week ago, didn't you get it?I've managed to keep myself busy – don't sweat it.My awesome new list is now ten pages long.Start training your reindeer – they'll need to be strong.And how many N's are in "venomous snake"?I drew one in case I misspelled it.Love, Jake

Hop this way for an Easter picture book of egg-stra hilarious proportions, filled with springtime fun and a heartwarming lesson for kids ages 4-7!Easter is almost here, and Jake is determined to be this year's egg hunt champion...no matter what it takes. When he realizes that the Easter Bunny might have some helpful information regarding this mission and writes a letter asking for tips, tricks, hints, and maybe even some magic speed to help him on the big day, will Jake get all that he hopes for? Or will the Easter Bunny teach him a very important lesson about competition in this delightfully charming story about the Easter...when the Easter Bunny wrote back!A fantastic rhyming read-aloud filled with engaging artwork, laugh-out-loud text, a focus on sibling love and connection, and a heartfelt message that winning may not be what's most important after all, When the Easter Bunny Wrote Back! is the perfect Easter gift or basket stuffer for children! Complete with a bonus spread of letter-writing tips to the Easter Bunny (Santa is not the only one who likes receiving mail), this book is a wonderful way to accompany a fun spring family tradition or introduce a new one! A truly special springtime story of kindness to share.Dear Easter Bunny,You're acting all sneaky with riddles, I think.The egg hunt is "not about winning" (wink wink).But that's enough joking, 'cause Easter is soon.I'm training each morning and each afternoon.And now what I need is a map of my yardwhere all of your egg-hiding spots have been starred.Just picture the mountains of chocolate I'll get.Why hasn't anyone thought of this yet?!Send me the map, then I'll study and study.From, Jake(your Easter-egg hunt-planning buddy)

Trick or Treat! Experience the magic of Halloween as never before with this picture book packed with spooky fun and a meaningful lesson, perfect for kids ages 4-10!Someone new has moved in next door, and Jake is pretty sure that only one kind of neighbor would be unpacking a cauldron, broomstick, and black cat... Then Jake gets an idea! Surely a Witch will have a spell to help him plan, prepare, and clean for his upcoming Halloween party! When he writes letters requesting her magical help, will Jake get all that he hopes for? Or will the Witch use her powers to teach him a valuable lesson in this delightfully charming story about the Halloween…when the Witch wrote back!Filled with playful rhymes, engaging art, hilarious fall fun, and a heartfelt message about responsibility and effort, When the Witch Wrote Back! is the perfect Halloween gift or boo basket stuffer for kids! Complete with a bonus spread of tips from Jake on how to have a happy Halloween, this story is the perfect way to celebrate the spooky season! Dear Witch,You think you can fool me, but I’ve seen the proof:Your chimney pours potions all over your roof,Your mailbox is barking and chasing a mouse,And some sorta goblins are painting your house!You might as well help me! Let’s whip up a spellTo clean up my clothing, take care of that smell,Then hang decorations. How long will that take?My parents might cancel the party!From Jake

One day old Gepetto makes a puppet and names him Pinocchio. Pinocchio wants to be a real boy, but first he must stop telling lies and getting into trouble.Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).800 headwords, 1,805 words

Sam looks after the sheep all day. He's bored, so he thinks of a story. "Help, help, there's a wolf!" At first, everyone believes him, but then Sam tells the same story again, and again...Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).500 headwords, 1,111 words

Empower your child to be a positive force in the world with this encouraging picture book that teaches kids that no matter how small an action may be, there is always something they can do to make the world a better place."When I know a friend is hurting then my heart starts aching too, like it’s asking me a question . . . is there something I can do?"? Based on a familiar passage from Matthew 25, this picture book explores themes of compassion and empathy, encouraging children to take positive action when they see a need in the world around them. From big things—like helping to plant a community garden or trying to find a home for an animal in need—to small things—like making a card or welcoming someone new—there is always something we can do! The book's lyrical refrain will stick with kids long after the book is closed: "If there’s something that you notice, there is something you can do. Keep your kindness radar working—maybe something starts with you!" Immerse your little one in a world of kindness and hope with this gorgeously illustrated offering from Natalee Creech.

Teach your little ones that their actions-big or small-matter and have the power to make the world a better place with this empowering board book based on Matthew 25."When I know a friend is hurting then my heart starts aching too, like it's asking me a question . . . is there something I can do?"This inspiring board book explores themes of compassion and empathy, encouraging children to take positive action when they see a need in the world around them. From big things-like helping to plant a community garden or trying to find a home for an animal in need-to small things-like making a card or welcoming someone new-there is always something we can do! The book's lyrical refrain will stick with kids long after the book is closed: "If there's something that you notice, there is something you can do. Keep your kindness radar working-maybe something starts with you!" Immerse your little one in a world of kindness and hope with this gorgeously illustrated offering from Natalee Creech.

It's Christmas Eve and Bo can't sleep, so he starts counting sheep. But when the sheep get bored, they scatter, wreaking holiday mayhem all over the house. 'Sheep 4 gnaws the stockings--leaves holes in the toes; 5 swallows some garland, and tinsel, and bows!' Children can count along with Bo as he finds the 10 mischievous sheep misbehaving throughout the house. With a house full of sheep and a mess to clean, will Bo get to sleep before Santa comes? Find out in this hilarious story of a night before Christmas gone wrong. With exuberant verse and comical illustrations, this book will have children begging for repeat readings.

Count the sheep--and the laughs--in this hilarious follow-up to picture book The Night Baafore Christmas. With sheep misbehaving all over the house, will Bo get to sleep before the Easter Bunny comes? In this humorous tale of an Easter Eve gone wrong, Bo just wants to fall asleep so Easter Day--and the Easter Bunny--will come faster. But when he tries counting sheep, the sheep get bored and scatter, and chaos ensues: "Sheep 5 juggles eggs, tossing ten in the air. He misses. They crash and get crushed in Bo's hair." Children can count along with Bo as he finds the 10 mischievous sheep misbehaving throughout the house. With a house full of sheep and a mess to clean, will Bo get to sleep before the Easter Bunny comes? Find out in this hilarious story of a night before Easter gone wrong. With exuberant verse and comical illustrations, this book will have children begging for repeat readings.

A hapless leprechaun embarks on a quest to find his luck on the most auspicious day of the year in this delightfully rhythmic picture book about weathering disappointment and finding what makes you unique by New York Times bestselling author Alastair Heim.Little Clover leprechaun is the only one without any luck! He’s tired of feeling left out and lonely while the other leprechauns glow with magic and good fortune. This St. Patrick’s Day, when luck is in the air, Clover sets out to find his luck. But is there a rainbow out there for the unfortunate leprechaun?