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Meet a proud lion, a hungry hyena and a greedy lizard in Fables from Africa. These animals learn very important lessons in these stories from Africa which will make you both laugh and think. Captivating versions of some of the best myths and legends...

Based on the well-loved classic fairy tale. Peter’s grandfather warns him about a wolf that lives in the dark forest, but Peter wants to play with his friends. What will happen when he leaves the garden? Peter and the Wolf is from Fluent Reader Level 4...

Meet fairies, witches and giants in this selection of 30 magical short stories by the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up! From to goblin games to never-ending wishes, there's mischief afoot in these fun-filled short...

A beautifully written and illustrated collection of Greek myths containing seventeen famous tales full of love, loss, greed, envy and bravery.Beautifully written by Ann Turnbull and illustrated by Sarah Young, this collection of seventeen Greek myths is...

Step into the magical world of Child's Play fairy tales... Traditional tales are a well-established part of all cultures. Retold from the originals, these lively stories will captivate readers with their delightful illustrations and fun lift-up flaps...

Evie is a determined, ingenious and bright little Strawberry Fairy who lives in an old teapot. Join Evie and her friends, the flower fairies and creatures of Wildberry Acres, on their magical adventures in this third book in the Evie the Strawberry Fairy...

Welcome to Mermaids Rock! The entrance to the mermaid realm in the deep, blue ocean... Marina is new in Mermaids Rock, having travelled the world with her scientist dad, and she can't wait to make friends! She meets a group of mermaids who love...

Gorgeously illustrated and including two gatefolds that give us a panoramic jungle at war, The Tiger Who Would Be King is as entertaining as it is wise, as wry as it is passionate. Yoon's humorous images support this beautifully written text with wit and...

Early Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey.Zara, Ziggy and Zoe are three little witches who live...

Its a coin! cried Kerry. It looks really old. In Cornflake Coin Kerry and Omar are eager to win a treasure-hunting competition. What will they do when they discover their Roman coin comes from a cereal packet? TreeTops Fiction contains a wide range of...

The five original fairy tales included in this volume were first published by Davis Nutt in 1888. Although it is said that Wilde wrote them for his two young sons, the author himself claimed they were '. . . . not for children, but for childlike people...

An essential companion to the Harry Potter books and a magical gift for all Harry Potter fans, The Tales of Beedle the Bard is a collection of fairy tales from the Wizarding World, with wise and witty notes from Professor Albus Dumbledore (via the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780794441630Author Lisa McCuePage Count 20Imprint Reader's Digest AssociationPublisher David & CharlesWeight(grams) 358gDimensions(mm) 197mm * 162mm * 20mm

From the author of the Booker Prize-shortlisted Treacle Walker and the Carnegie Medal and Guardian Children's Fiction Prize-winning classic, The Owl Service Roland, Helen, Nicholas and David, four Manchester children,...

The three billy goats Gruff have their eyes on the delicious-looking grass on the other side of the bridge. The only problem is that there is a big, scary troll who lives under the bridge and threatens to eat any wayward goats trying to cross it. Follow...

A picture book celebrating all the reasons to love the rain! Flowers bloom in the garden. Umbrellas bloom on the streets. There are puddles for jumping and, later, a cozy home for hot chocolate and books. * The ultimate rainy day read! * Full...

Sisters, secrets and spellbinding adventure . . . the perfect magical world to cosy up with this Christmas! A Storm of Sisters - out now! A mysterious girl has arrived at the Poacher's Pocket looking for help and the Widdershins sisters, Betty, Fliss...

Ten captivating stories of adventure and resilience celebrating LGBTQ+ characters, published as an illustrated collection of queer classics for the first time.These are the fairy tales that history forgot - or concealed. Tales in which gender is fluid...

The story of a boy who fell into a book . . . with a guest appearance from the Little Bad Wolf. From Children's Laureate Lauren Child.Now if you were going to fall into a book, a book of fairy tales would probably not be your first choice. Because in...

A hilarious rhyming story for princesses who are definitely NOT princessy.When a truly terrifying sound wakes everyone up, clever Princess Daisy soon figures out the problem, but her father, the King, just won't listen - how can a princess defeat a...

Award-winning children's writer and former Children's Laureate Sir Michael Morpurgo has collected classic tales of heroism and adventure and put them all in one place. Here! From brave heroes and battling beasts to mighty gods and magic spells, these are...

A delightful version of Shakespeare's play specially retold for children to read themselves. The enchanting story of magic and mix-ups, fairies and fools is retold in a captivating style, with beautiful illustrations that bring the characters to life...

The brilliant blockbuster from Ben Miller - the perfect book for all the family. It's business as usual in the run up to Christmas at Santa's Workshop - and toy elves Holly and Tog are busy making gifts for children all around the world. But Father...

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a partridge in a pear tree . . . We all know this classic Christmas song, but what if someone really did send you all of those gifts? Where would you put all the geese a-laying? Not to mention the...

Hercules the Hero tells the story of Hercules - born to battle beasts and mangle monsters. Can Hercules complete twelve impossible tasks set by the evil King? Captivating versions of some of the best myths and legends from around the world. TreeTops...

Ten of Australia's ancient aboriginal legends, authentically and elegantly retold and illustrated by one of the most well-known artists working in the tradition. Discover how Great Mother Snake created and peopled the world with plants and creatures,...

Join Tom on an incredible treasure hunt through time and battle history's mightiest warriors. The fifth book in a new time-travelling series - perfect for fans of Beast Quest. When ten-year-old Tom accidentally smashes a statue in a museum he...

Go on a broomstick ride with a colourful witch in My Magical Witch! With a sparkly foil cover and push, pull and turn mechanisms, little ones will have lots of fun taking part in the witch's spooky adventure! Yujin Shin's beautifully coloured...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award (Grades K-3) 2015 and New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association Award (Picture Book) 2013. Short-listed for...

Grab your basket and your coat. Put on some walking shoes. Turn the page and begin: Which story will you choose? Award-winning creators Laurel Snyder and Dan Santat transform a crowd of classic tales into an ever-changing, fascinating,...

When Amber, the littlest Viking, set out from Scandinavia to seek her fortune she must have got lost on her way! Now she's in Pegwell Bay with no one but her pet squirrel for company. When Katie, Gary and Joshua find her stranded on the beach, they...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780448450902Author Tomie dePaolaPage Count 14Imprint Grosset & Dunlap Inc.,U.S.Publisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 213gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 189mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593381779Author Michael ScottFormat PaperbackPage Count 192Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA Inc

A classic fairy tale gets a fresh twist in this vibrant Caribbean spin on the Little Mermaid!The Little Mermaid longs to know about the world above the ocean. When she's finally old enough to visit, she falls in love with a prince! A sea witch agrees to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781782705130Author Sophie GilesFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Award Publications LtdPublisher Award Publications LtdWeight(grams) 143gDimensions(mm)...

Under the bloody rule of King Arthur - as the cruel knights of the round table wage wars and hunt magical creatures - the ordinary people of Camelot are getting sick. Really sick. Something is poisoning the land. No one in Arthur's court seems to care,...

First Stories: Pinocchio is the perfect introduction for young children to this classic fairy tale.Push, pull and turn mechanisms bring the story to life and introduce the main characters. This well-loved fairy tale is beautifully imagined for a new...

Take to the skies on a truly fantastical journey with a beautiful flying pony in My Magical Flying Pony!With a sparkly foil cover and push, pull and turn mechanisms, little ones will have lots of fun taking part in the flying pony's exciting adventure!...

"In the heart of the forest, a princess lived in her rose-covered castle. Every morning, shewoke and looked out of her window at the beautiful sunrise. She watched the dew children come dancing merrily through the trees." The kind dew children help the...

Ladybird has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children. This classic version of Little Red Riding Hood is based on the original Ladybird retelling by Vera Southgate, with...