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Count down from ten with Sleepy Unicorn and friends in this wonderfully warm, fun and imaginative new picture-book series – the perfect way to help little ones fall blissfully asleep.In a magical land not so far away, Sleepy Unicorn is tired and ready for bed. Join her as she journeys through her world and gets ready to go to sleep. With gorgeous, lilting text and stunning illustrations that will get every little one ready for bedtime.

Count down from ten with Little Dragon and friends in this wonderfully warm, fun and imaginative new picture-book series – the perfect way to help little ones fall blissfully asleep.In a magical land not so far away, Little Dragon is tired and ready for bed. Join him as he journeys through his world and gets ready to go to sleep. With gorgeous, lilting text and stunning illustrations that will get every little one ready for bedtime.

Count and spot the animals in this fun, rhyming picture book!From racing bears, to bouncing frogs and sailing goats, this counting and number bonds picture book encourages children to learn basic sums through play and interactivity.The perfect maths book for 4 year olds to 6 year olds. With playful characters to spot and bouncy rhyming text to support their early learning in a fun way.

An unapologetically unremarkable hero, a surprisingly brave piglet, and an epic fantasy adventure perfect for fans of How to Train Your Dragon. It's the day of the Deciding in the swampy town of Bogsmarsh—the day every twelve-year-old learns who they are going to be forever. Sitting in the Decider's study, Youngest Faircrest is declared remarkable at only one thing: just how unremarkable he is.Determined to prove he is so much more than what has been Decided, Youngest does the only sensible thing: he heads to where no one else dares, to reclaim Bogsmarsh's stolen magic (if it even exists) - from a flying, stinging, yellow-eyed ancient sorcerer. Knowing Youngest's luck, she probably does exist! Together with his best friend Agnes and piglet sidekick Satchel, Youngest is about to face monsters, mysteries, and mayhem… Could it be that Youngest is more remarkable than he's been made to feel, and capable of more than he ever dreamed?Three things you’ll find in this book:A laugh-out-loud fantasy world filled with monsters, magic, and mayhem.A fiercely loyal best friend and a trusty piglet with a surprise or two up his (non-existent) sleeves.A spellbinding story of courage, friendship, and self-discovery.This debut novel by award-winning comedy writer Ollie George Clark is a perfect blend of humour, adventure, and heart.

From the creator of the Honest Toddler blog, The Big Bed is a humorous picture book about a girl who doesn't want to sleep in her little bed, so she presents her dad with his own bed - a camping cot! - in order to move herself into her parents big bed in his place. A twist on the classic parental struggle of not letting kids sleep in their bed, this book features an African-American family, and was written by an African-American author.

A laugh-out-loud picture book that explores our emotionsand reassures toddlers that having the wobbles is OK."Wibble wobble, wibble wobble, Jelly on a plate"When Jelly is entered into the 'BestFood Competition', it makes him wobble with worry.Everyone loves chicken nuggets and pizza - but does everyone lovejelly?Suddenly he's filled with self-doubt.But soon Jelly learns that the things that make us different shouldbe celebrated... and that it's definitelyOK to have a wobble every now and then. A fantastically funny book about being trueto ourselves and letting our emotions shineFrom the creators of The Day the Banana Went BadBright and bold illustions will engage and entertainShiny foiled cover makes this a special giftFrom an award-winning and Book Trust Pick author

A perfectly-pitched tale of fun and friendship, from masterstoryteller Michelle Robinson and illustrator extraordinaireTom Knight.Kevin the cucumber is so cool - everybody knows it!Whenever anyone gets hot and bothered, Kevin is alwaysthere to cool them down. He even has his own super cool cucumbersong: "I'm super cool Kevin and this is my song!Make like a cucumber, you can't go wrong.You wanna be cool? Then repeat after me:I am a cucumber, cool as can be!"But when Kevin starts to feel like his friends are leaving himout, something happens that has never happened before:KEVIN.LOSES.HIS.COOL!Will Kevin's friends be there for him when he needs them most? Rhyming text by Michelle Robinson is full of energy and rhythm.Bright, bold illustrations by Tom Knight bring the brilliantstory to life.This laugh-out-loud story is a super fun way for children tothink about emotions - whether it's their own or someone else's.Also available: The day the Banana Went Bad and WhenJelly Had a Wobble

A laugh-out-loud picture book from master storyteller,Michelle Robinson, and illustrator extraordinaire, Tom Knight.Finally she FLOPS and FLINGS herself down on the floor."I give up!" Ice Cream hollers, "I can't take it any more!"Life inside the ice cream van is full of excitement -the ice creams and lollies can't wait to be picked! But - oh no! - no-one wants a plain ice cream,and that's exactly what our friend Ice Cream is. As she sees friendafter friend being picked instead of her...Ice Cream has a MELTDOWN!Will Ice Cream be stuck in the freezer forever, or isher happy ending just around the corner...? Lively rhyming text by Michelle Robinson makes this funny andheartwarming picture book the perfect way to talk to children abouttheir emotionsLaugh-out-loud illustrations by Tom Knight bring even warmthand personality by the shed-loadAlso available: When Cucumber Lost His Cool, WhenJelly Had a Wobble and The Day the Banana Went Bad

A laugh-out-loud picture book from master storyteller, MichelleRobinson, and illustrator extraordinaire, Tom Knight.When the SUPER SCHOOL DISCO arrives, Fish Fingeris frozen with nerves.His classmates can't wait to dance but, after he slips and tripsover his feet, there's no way he's taking the chance!Will Fish Finger be forever frozen or will he feel the rhythmand move to the beat? Lively rhyming text by Michelle Robinson makes this funny andheartwarming picture book the perfect way to talk to children abouttheir emotionsLaugh-out-loud illustrations by Tom Knight bring warmth and personalityby the shed-loadAlso available: When Ice Cream Had a Meltdown, WhenCucumber Lost His Cool, When Jelly Had a Wobble and TheDay the Banana Went Bad

A fun and sweet celebration of being true to yourself,from the brilliant duo behind The Day the Banana Went Bad.Michael's one cool cookie - and he LOVES to stand out from thebatch. Everyone knows it, but not everyone loves it, especiallyhis brothers and sisters:"Fall in line," they tell him. "Be round! Be good! Be neat!Be what cookies should be - super round and super sweet."Michael doesn't want to be like the rest - he wants to be Michael.But when Michael starts to feel like he can'tbe himself, he feels all alone and the poor cookie CRUMBLES.Will his brothers and sisters be there for him when he needs themmost? And will they realise that it's our differencesthat truly make us sweet? Engaging rhyming text by Michelle Robinson makes this funny andheartwarming picture book the perfect way to talk to childrenabout their emotionsLaugh-out-loud illustrations by Tom Knight brings even more warmthand personality to this brilliant storyAlso available: When Ice Cream Had a Meltdown, WhenCucumber Lost His Cool,When Jelly Had a Wobbleand The Day the Banana Went Bad

A Halloween picture book full of cheekiness and humour,from the wickedly funny duo behind The Day the Banana WentBad!The scariest pumpkin the world's ever seen,Grew hereon my windowsill, last Halloween.It almost destroyed Trick-or-Treatas we know it.Kind of my fault. After all, I DIDgrow it. When a boy's pumpkin won't stop growing and growing, hethinks he may have given it a bit too much of the Extra StrengthPlant Food . . .And when he carves the pumpkin eyes and a mouth, it comes roaringto life shouting, 'ME WANT HALLOWEEN!'Now his pumpkin is on a rampage - stealing all of the sweets,all of the toys, and even some black cats!Will it destroy Halloween forever or can an extra special trickshow pumpkin that it's better to share the treats?And will pumpkin be sorry for his naughtiness? Well, maybe justa little bit . . . A must-have Halloween gift for children who love to laugh!Riotous rhyming text by Michelle Robinson will have childrencackling alongTom Knight's hilarious illustrations bring this pesky pumpkinto lifePerfect for fans of Sproutzilla and The PumpkinWho Was Afraid of the Dark

A football-loving prince takes on a troll in this hilarious colour-illustrated early reader by Sally Prue. Perfect for children learning to read. Prince Sam doesn't like being a prince – his 'How-to-Be-a-Good-Prince' lessons are boring and it's hard to play football with a crown on. But then a BIG BAD TROLL turns up and the people of Flat Town need Prince Sam to save them! Will he defeat the troll, or will he get squashed flat??The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features well-loved authors, classic characters and favourite topics, so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It’s the first step towards a lasting love of reading. Level 2 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for readers who are growing in confidence and are beginning to enjoy longer stories. • Clear type • Up to 8 lines per page • Bright, appealing pictures for added interest • A variety of sentence structures • A wider range of vocabulary • Strong themes and characters to discuss All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their children’s reading.Book band: Turquoise

A picture book about loving yourself - especially the differences.When Banana is thrown into the 'reject' bin with the other mis-shapenfruit and veg, he decides that enough is enough - after all,he may be a little bit bruised but that doesn't mean he's anyless brilliant!So be proud of your bumps! Andcelebrate what makes you different!Because going bad can sometimesbe very, very good.A fantastically funny book about loving what makes youYOU! A celebration of friendship and acceptance - all wrapped upin a laugh-out-loud storyEye-catchingly fun illustrations

Starting school is an adventure - especially when you have a magical unicorn friend by your side!It's almost time for Evie to go to school, but thinking about it makes her feel all wobbly and anxious. Nursery is lots of fun, but big school sounds a little bit scary.But when Evie puts on her new school uniform, she makes a magical discovery. Hidden inside the pocket of her jumper is Bobby, a tiny school unicorn! Bobby has a very important job - helping children feel brave when they go to school. With her new magical friend by her side, Evie soon learns that starting school is LOTS of fun!A magical tale of friendship to soothe your little one's starting-school worries.

This magically illustrated gamebook plunges you into a story with a difference - one where the hero is YOU. Woken one night by a bang at the door, you creep to the window and see five hooded strangers below. The leader looks up and beckons you down. What do you do? Open the door, play for time, or escape through the window out back? The choice is yours...From this point onwards you are in control of an epic adventure, and your survival depends upon the decisions you make. Who to fight? Who to trust? In a book where nothing is as it seems, even the pictures hold secrets that must be unlocked. But as you race across land, sea and sky, one thing becomes clear: it's not just your fate that hangs in the balance - it's the fate of the entire kingdom.Bringing together a sweeping story, beautifully illustrated picture puzzles and an exciting combat system (with a link to an online dice-roller), this is an adventure that will have you gripped from beginning to end.

My name is Kaleb, and I am a farmer. I've been a farmer since I was a boy. And I absolutely LOVE it.Grab your wellies and join Kaleb, his trusty dog, and the love-of-his-life tractor in these muddy, true, and very silly stories from the farm.You'll meet Jeff the Mad Rooster, Bruce the Breakout Boar (and MAYBE even catch him), learn the wisdom of sheep, and discover how using a tractor can solve nearly every problem there is.From the nation's favourite farming star, Kaleb Cooper, and with funny illustrations, too, these silly and true tales - packed with everything Kaleb's learnt since he first became a farmer - are perfect for all farm-mad fans aged 5-7 years old.

My name is Kaleb, and I am a farmer. I've been a farmer since I was a boy. And I absolutely LOVE it. Grab your wellies and join Kaleb, his trusty dog, and the love-of-his-life tractor in these muddy, true, and very silly stories from the farm. You'll meet Jeff the Mad Rooster, Bruce the Breakout Boar (and MAYBE even catch him), learn the wisdom of sheep, and discover how using a tractor can solve nearly every problem there is.From the nation's favourite farming star, Kaleb Cooper, and with funny illustrations, too, these silly and true tales - packed with everything Kaleb's learnt since he first became a farmer - are perfect for all farm-mad fans aged 5-7 years old.

**CHRISTMAS MEETS PIRATES IN THE MOST SWASHBUCKLING PICTURE BOOK OF THE YEAR**Welcome aboard the Yo-Ho-Ho!The most festive ship on the sea . . . Did you know that Santa’s elves once used to be fearsome PIRATES? But everything changes when they meet Captain Christmas, a jolly pirate who shows them that giving is better than taking, and soon has them sailing the world on Christmas Eve on a ship packed with presents for every child, no matter how big or small.Get ready to discover Santa as you’ve never seen him before. Happy Christmas, me hearties!Written by bestselling author Karl Newson, this swashbuckling book is jam-packed with pirates, parrots, treasure and all the festive adventure your heart desires!

Arthur McBain's irresistible rhyme and Tom Knight's cheerful illustrations are sure to entertain both children and adults. With thrilling suspense, a healthy dash of humour and a memorable surprise ending, In the Dead of the Night is destined to become a modern classic.It's a cold, rainy night and a storm is outsideRain beats on the window by Lily's bedsideShe's scared of the dark so she shuts her eyes tightShe hates nothing more than the dead of the nightTap. Tap. Tap. Comes a noise from the hallway... Will Lily conquer her fears? Will she conquer her fright? Will she conquer the ghouls in the dead of the night?

Bad Knight is not looking forward to going back to knight school. He's at the bottom of every class. This year will be different. Bad knight's cousin is coming to stay, and together the two of them will show the world what two great knights can do! But when Bad Knight's cousin arrives, things are worse than he could possibly imagine. Bad Knight's cousin is GOOD! A hilarious picture book about friendship, stinkbombs and dragons.

Jimmy Finnigan's village is the nicest place you've ever seen. It's so nice that nothing ever seems to happen. Jimmy dreams of being a musician and wants to start a band, but no one in the village wants to join. So he starts to look further afield for band members . . . and ventures into the wild wood.

Last term, Berkley Paggle ( AKA Bad Knight) defeated a dragon at the end-of-term jousting match. When he comes back to school, he discovers that his dragon battling abilities have made him the most popular kid in class. He loves the attention, but his cousin, Godwin (AKA Good Knight), is not impressed when Berk lets his popularity go to his head.Tom Knight, author and illustrator of Good Knight, Bad Knight and Jimmy Finnigan's Wild Wood Band, returns with mid-grade fiction featuring the same characters and armour-splittingly funny humour.