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Kenny is on a journey of discovery! He likes riding his bike, the colour purple and, best of all, his dog, Ketchup. Is there anyone else in the world like him?Making friends, favourite foods, dreaming big – Kenny thinks about all the things he likes, and on the way he meets lots of friends and discovers fun things about them.Full of interesting details about today’s world, A Book of People Like Me is told in a naturally inclusive way with richly coloured illustrations from a rising star in children’s books. This inspiring story helps young readers think about identity and belonging and celebrates all the little things that bring people together.

A beautifully illustrated lyrical children’s picture book about family change, loss and hope. A powerful and uplifting story about the impact the departure of a dad has on a young boy and his mum, written by award-winning Zimbabwean poet Blessing Musariri and stunningly illustrated by British artist Maisie Paradise Shearring. Shingai's father has gone and Shingai and his mum are all alone and feeling lost. Shingai can’t contain the whirlwind of emotions inside him any more. He needs to let his feelings out.A beautiful heartfelt story about the complex range of emotions a child experiences when a parent leaves, told from the perspective of a young boy. An important book for kids about dealing with family change and overcoming sadness with hope and acceptance.

THE SEQUEL TO TWO PEOPLE CAN, WINNER OF THE BEST PICTURE BOOK PRIZE AT THE INCLUSIVE BOOKS FOR CHILDREN AWARDS 2025! A hugely imaginative story about a baby girl taking her first steps and what it means to her big brother, written by award-winning Zimbabwean poet Blessing Musariri and illustrated by British artist Maisie Paradise Shearring. A young boy called Shingai is impatient for his baby sister, Aneni-Rose, to grow up so that they can go on epic adventures together to the world's wildest jungles, the deepest, most shark-filled oceans, and the hottest deserts. As the big brother, he assumes he will be the hero and his baby sister, who is only little and hasn't even begun to walk yet, will be his sidekick. But he's about to learn that heroes come in all shapes and sizes, and sometimes the biggest adventures start at home.The perfect book for an older sibling welcoming a baby brother or sister into their family and for a baby learning to walk for the first time!

Shortlisted for the 2026 Klaus Flugge Prize and the 2026 Shropshire Bookfest Picture Book Award. A gorgeous and joyful debut picture book from Argentinian illustrator Laila Ekboir about moving home, making new friends and embracing change! Flor is only seven years old and has moved home three times. Now her family is moving again and she has to start all over again in a new country and a new school.A beautiful, lyrical picture book about moving home, finding new friends and the feeling of belonging in a new culture. The perfect, uplifting story for any child who feels like they don’t fit in or who is worried about the prospect of moving country, home or school and having to start over.

A warm, funny rhyming picture book about fitting in, from an exciting debut author and illustrator team!A young boy is about to be joined at school by his best friend … who happens to be a huge monster! But as they soon find out, it isn’t always easy to fit in at school, especially if you have blue fur and gigantic feet! Can the boy find a way to help his best friend to be accepted and make friends with the other children …?

Travel round the globe and discover some incredible traditions and celebrations in this beautifully illustrated picture book, packed with fun facts! Are you ready? Let's go on an amazing journey from January to December and explore some of the wonderful celebrations happening around the world! Let's plant trees at Boomfeestdag in the Netherlands, see in the New Year at Songkran in Thailand, join the parade at Pride in London, and celebrate loved ones at Día de los Muertos in Mexico! What’s celebrated in February, May and August? See what else can you discover!Told through the perspective of little ones and the special moments they share with their families, and with fun facts and search-and-find elements throughout to encourage curiosity and learning, children will love learning about others around the world!Bursting with gorgeous colourful illustrations from Martina Stuhlberger, let’s jump in and experience twelve fascinating and joyful traditions, cultures, festivals and parades throughout the year! Hooray!