Little Board Books – serie

Zoom to the Moon and be back by bedtime with this exciting little board book, combining illustrations by Benji Davies and real photographs of the Moon. Young children can discover what it would be like to fly into outer space, walk on the Moon and look back at Earth. Published to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo Moon Landing in 1969.

Little Red Riding Hood is visiting her granny, but someone is there before her. who could it be? A charming retelling of the much-loved tale, with a child-friendly ending and beautiful illustrations by Bao Luu throughout.

Join children as they play outdoors and discover the delights of a sunny day, from walking through a sunflower field, having a picnic under a cherry tree and watching birds learn to fly. With simple text and gorgeous illustrations from Elena Temporin throughout. Available as ebook with narration (on tablets that support audio).

Chang is the best painter in all of China, so it's Chang the Emperor sends for when his new temple needs painting. But why is Chang painting dragons without any eyes? Is it true, as he claims, that if you add eyes, painted dragons come to life? This delightful retelling has sweet, simple text and gorgeous illustrations, with plenty for children to spot as Chang paints his surprising dragons.

Two little dickie birds sitting on a wall, one named Peter, one named Paul. The much loved rhyme is retold with lots of additional little animals to interest and delight young children. Perfect for snuggling up with at bedtime.

Incy Wincy Spider climbs up the water spout. Rain, wind and snow make it hard for her to reach the top - but she won't give up. This expanded version of the well-loved children's rhyme is brought to life by Stef Murphy's amusing illustrations.

Ten little bottles of orangeade are sitting on the wall. One by one, the woodland animals try to reach the contents, without success. Soon just one bottle is left. But can clever little mouse solve everyone's problems?

The story of a crafty fox, a foolish crow and a mouth-watering chunk of cheese. This lively retelling of a classic fable by Aesop has been specially written for little children and comes with online audio to listen to the story.

Tom Town Mouse is off to visit his cousin, Cora, in the country. "It will be great!" says his friend, but Tom is not so sure. A charming retelling of the classic Aesop's Fable, with endearing illustrations by John Joven. With free online audio to listen to the story.

A charming retelling of the Greek Myth, in which King Midas discovers that his family is worth much more to him than gold. With enchanting illustrations by Paula Bossio, and free online audio.

Long, long ago, the gods made the very first tree... and it could talk! Was it happy, you ask? It was not. The Baobab Tree whinged and moaned, it grumbled and groaned, all day long. But gods have a unique way of dealing with trees who complain too much. A delightful retelling of a traditional story, with free online audio.

Alek and Ivan live simply by the sea until the day Alek catches a magic fish. Ivan wishes for more, and more, and more, until... he makes one wish too many. A charming retelling of the Russian tale about a golden fish, with free online audio.

When two con-men breeze into a new town, they decide to take their tricks all the way to the top, to fool the Emperor himself... but how many people can they fool before they are found out? There are lessons to be learned by readers of all ages from this retelling of the classic Hans Christian Anderson story, which comes with free online audio.

Have you ever heard the song of a nightingale? The Emperor hadn't - but when he did, he became so entranced he just had to try to capture it for himself. But maybe trying to own a piece of nature for yourself isn't the best idea? Readers of all ages will get lost in this heartbreaking but ultimately heartwarming story, which comes with free online audio.

Ant is busy collecting grain for winter. But Grasshopper is too busy having a good time to help. Will he be sorry when winter comes? This classic Aesop's Fable teaches the lesson of planning ahead in a charmingly simple way.

A retelling of the counting rhyme which has also been specially extended. Young readers can have fun counting speckled frogs as they hop in and out of their cool pool. A QR code on the back cover provides a link to an audio recording of the rhyme.

Inspired by Sarah Coleridge's familiar poem 'January brings the snow', this little book describes each month of the year in a toddler-friendly way. Gorgeous animal characters show things to remember for each month, from glowing cheeks and noses in snowy January, to skipping lambs of May, ice cream in July, Halloween fun in October and Christmas celebrations in December! What better way to learn the months of the year than with this sweet, memorable rhyming book?

Scrooge is the meanest man alive, but three night-time visitors are trying to change his ways. This classic Christmas story has been specially retold for little children to enjoy. The delightful illustrations by Jesús López are full of extra details to spot. With online audio.

When Jonah decides to run away from God, he finds himself in trouble. A stormy sea leads to him being swallowed up by a whale. Will he change his ways and escape? Find out in this beautifully illustrated retelling of a classic Bible tale for the very young. Perfect for cosy bedtime reading.

When Joseph's father gives him a brightly decorated coat, his brothers are green with envy. But kindly Joseph forgives their jealousy, in this delightful retelling of the much-loved Bible tale.

Daniel is popular with King Darius. But when others get jealous, Daniel finds himself trapped in a cave of lions. Will his faith be enough to help him? Find out in this charming retelling of the much-loved Bible story. A QR code provides a link to an audio recording of the story.

Moses' mother tries to save her son from danger by hiding him amongst the bulrushes of the Nile. Luckily, he's discovered by the kindly Pharaoh's daughter. The much-loved Bible story is charmingly retold with delightful illustrations by Barbara Bongini. A QR code provides a link to an audio recording of the story.

The Lord's Prayer is beautifully brought to life for young children using delightful illustrations. In addition, a spread at the end of the book explains the meaning of each verse in simple language.

No one is prepared to battle the giant Goliath. No one, that is, except little David the shepherd boy. Can he really get the better of a warrior three times his size? A charming retelling of the classic Bible story.

When a traveller is robbed on his way to Jericho, who will stop to help him? The answer comes as a surprise in this delightful retelling of the classic Bible tale.

After a son foolishly spends all the money given to him by his father, he longs to return to the family home. But will his father take him back? A charming retelling of the classic Bible story about love and forgiveness.

When Jesus arrives in Jerusalem to teach people about God, he soon finds himself in trouble with the local officials. It may seem like the end for Jesus, but he knows his message will live forever.

When Jesus and his friends stop to rest on the shores of Lake Galilee, they soon attract a massive crowd. But as evening comes, feeding them looks an impossible task. Can Jesus turn five loaves and fishes into a feast for five thousand? Find out in this charming retelling of the classic Bible story, which also includes a QR code linking to a reading of the story.

From the first glimmer of light to creatures great and small, this is the story of God brought life to the world. This charmingly illustrated board book introduces young children to the wonders of creation, and includes a QR code linking to a reading of the story.