Patricia Pessoa – illustratör

Jabari Jumps meets The Magical Yet in this infectiously optimistic and rhythmic picture book that will inspire children to give it a whirl and try again (and again).A little girl loves to watch the big kids play hula hoop. She wants nothing more than to sway and swirl like them one day.So, she picks one up, gives it a whirl… and the hoop falls to the ground before she knows it.Thwump! Clatter clatter!And even though she picks it up repeatedly, she can’t seem to get the hoop to whirl. Then something magical happens on the last try that changes her forever.This sweet picture book is perfect for anyone with a dream who is determined to never give up. Heartwarming Message: Detailing the importance of persistence and resilience, this story encourages children not to give up on a goal only because it’s difficult at first.Classic and Colorful Illustrations bring its readers in and capture the charm of childhood.Perfect for Read-Aloud: Complete with sounds of the hoola hoop, optimistic tone, and rhythmic text!

Future Me: Vet explores what it takes to become a vet, from the initial spark and playing with toy animals to treating the illnesses of beloved pets. Our young vet loves playing with toy animals and looking after them when they get hurt. Follow along as our budding vet visits the veterinary surgery with their own pet, then works at the surgery checking over new pets, reuniting lost pets with their owners, and diagnosing illnesses. Including an interview with a real life vet, this picture book answers all the questions children have about becoming a vet.Future Me is a strong series, with a great visual identity, exploring different careers.

Duck doesn't duck, so he gets bumped a lot! What can he do? Nak, Tig and Gus make their room red, blue and pink. Which is best?

Wilf wants to live in the wild. He takes his bag, and his ted, and leaves. What will living in the wild be like?

A family tidies up the house together in this heartwarming sing-along picture book from beloved children’s musician and performer Raffi.Set the table, clean the sink, make your bed, and sweep the floor.Mama loves it when you help her do the chores,Mama loves it when you lend a hand.It’s clean up time! Mama and Papa are picking up around the house until a small voice cries out, “how can I help?” Follow one jubilant kid as they spend the day helping their family with age-appropriate chores, and learns that tidying up together makes for a happy, loving home.Full of rhythm and repetition, Raffi’s catchy song is perfect to sing along to as one family comes together to care for their home. Playful and charming illustrations make this the perfect gift for young families.

I love animals!Discover what a day in the life of a vet is like in this sweet new board book for little animal lovers everywhere.Simple text and sweet illustrations on every page take you from the examination room, through to an operation and then sending animals back home safe and sound, perfect for building vocabulary and encouraging imaginative play.Part of an inspirational new series with an important message - if you can see it, then you can be it - get ready to discover your 'future me' and learn all about the excitement of being a vet.Also in the series:AstronautArchaeologistBallet DancerEngineerFirefighterFootballerRacing DriverTrain Driver