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Shortlisted for Oscar's Book Prize 2023! Grumpy George doesn't want friends - until he meets a funny little seal called Pebble . . . George the dog loves living alone on his island. He likes to do everything...

A unique coming-of-age story with a jaw-dropping secret at its heart, Scavengers is an unforgettable, contemporary twist on The Jungle Book meets Stig of the Dump."Extraordinary...a hugely compassionate and sophisticated novel about inclusion and...

Join Vetman, Imogen, Findlay and a whole cast of incredible bionic animals as they save animal companions everywhere from the evil plans of The Man With No Name - just in time for Christmas! An amazing animal adventure for readers aged 7-11 from Noel...

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! Little Miss Fun likes to live up to her name and have fun all day, every day! The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for...

John Burningham brings us this poetic tale about a special friendship between a lonely girl and her secret friend, Aldo. With Aldo around, sunshine and laughter fill the little girl's life and she forgets her everyday fears.Depicts the everyday life of a...

Appearances can be deceptive in this quirky, funny picture book from award-winning author-illustrator, Tim Warnes. Children will love this funny story about surprises, labels and a very unlikely friendship. Packed with adjectives - it's fantastic for...

The powerful tale of a girl who feels broken, and the dolphin who makes her whole. A story of friendship, hope and self-discovery, perfect for readers aged 9+, and beautifully illustrated in black and white by George Ermos.Ro finds school impossible. She...

An Instant New York Times Bestseller!Be a smart cookie-and don't miss the fifth picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series from creators Jory John and Pete Oswald! This cookie has never felt like a smart cookie no matter how hard...

Master storyteller Tom Palmer returns with a deeply moving and beautifully told novel of friendship and belonging, inspired by the incredible true story of the Windermere Boys. "The best children's fiction book I've...

Have the best Christmas ever with the one and only Grinch from the iconic Dr. Seuss! This exclusive and very collectible slipcase edition comes with a special introduction all about your favourite Christmas character! You've seen the movie and...

One little dot marks the beginning of Vashti's journey of surprise and self-discovery in Peter H. Reynolds' multiple award-winning modern classic.In this inspiring, award-winning story of self-expression and creativity from Peter H. Reynolds, illustrator...

It's night and the dark is filled with strange sounds as Shane makes his way home. On a fence he finds a stray cat that at first growls and spits at him. But Shane talks and strokes the kitten to calmness, and decides to take the 'Spitfire, Kitten Number...

From author and illustrator Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series: a motivating and empowering story about a little mole who learns that everyone has something special to give the world "Dream big, Little Mole, be...

"Ho now creates a beautiful book about family: what makes individuals and what connects us to one another. This book is a perfect addition to any children's shelf, whether aimed at families, adoption, multicultural stories, or topics of love and ...

Join Topsy and Tim as they prepare to move house with Mummy and Dad. In Topsy and Tim Move House, the twins are moving house but there is a lot of work to do. There are curtains to take down, toys to pack and pets to look after. It is an exciting time...

'Fun, unstuffy and wise' Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week 'It will have your children in stitches!' BBC Radio Manchester The laugh-out-loud, against-all-odds triumph of a sequel to one of...

The Times Children's Book of the Week 9th April 2023 Shortlisted for the Historical Association's Young Quills 2023 Award Inspired by a true family story, Michael Rosen presents an astonishing...

When Nyla has to leave her home in the countryside to start life again in the city, all she can think about is everything she misses from before. So when a comet comes crashing through the city streets and starts to glow and grow, Nyla can't resist a...

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim Meet the Firefighters the twins have an exciting day out at the fire station! They...

***WINNER of the Sainsbury's Children's Book Awards 2020***Mabel may be a small fly but she has Big Plans...1. Climb a mountain2. Host a dinner party3. Make friends with a sharkMabel's friends aren't being very helpful, but Mabel knows the truth about...

At Zoe's Rescue Zoo only the cutest, cuddliest animals need apply!Zoe loves living at her uncle's rescue zoo because there's always something exciting going on. And Zoe also has an amazing secret... She can actually TALK to the animals!There's a new...

Join a father and daughter as they find their wings together and take to the skies in this funny, tender tale from the master of contemporary storytelling.A warm and wonderfully wacky tale told with heart and hope by the Carnegie award winning author...

One morning Isla and her best friend Pickle, an adorable miniature Shetland pony, receive an exciting invitation. Isla's friend Rosie is having a Pony Party on the beach for her birthday. There's just one problem -- Isla hasn't learned to ride yet! Dad...

The Guardian award-winning novel about courage, friendship and war. Reissued into the Collins Modern Classic list. When a bomb during an air raid destroys Harry's home and kills his family, he knows that he is all alone in the world and has...

A brilliantly funny picture book about two best friends who just can't agree! Hank and Hoog are best friends - they do EVERYTHING together. Until one morning, when a single, crisp, brown leaf falls to the ground... Hank is so annoyed! Falling leaves...

"Mum said to just ignore them and they'll get tired of teasing. They haven't got tired yet."Mandy is lonely. She's been bullied at school for as long as she can remember.But then she meets Tanya. Fun, daring and glamorous Tanya wants Mandy as HER friend!...

Isla LOVES Pickle, the adorable miniature Shetland pony who lives in her neighbour's field. The best friends have loads of fun together. They play and ride all over the island: dressing up, splashing in the sea and sharing snacks. But sometimes the...

A new book from international bestseller Emma Dodd, focusing on themes of confidence and self-belief.I believe in me,I'm as good as all the rest.I know I can do anythingif I just try my best.A baby crocodile learns that having faith in yourself is super...

One of Sunday Times' best children's books for summer 2023 A funny, heartbreaking story about life and loss, and making every second count. Eric's best friend, Finn Jones, was the world's biggest prankster...

Yeti lives all alone in a wintry landscape. Well, maybe not quite alone, but no one is brave enough to go near BIG, scary Yeti.No one apart from Bird, who gets lost on her way south. Will Yeti finally find a special friend? A joyful and hilarious story...

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! No one could be happier than Little Miss Sunshine but can she change the way things are done in MiseryLand? The Mr Men and Little Miss have been...

In this fantastic collection, Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho shows us that poems are made to read OUT LOUD! In this wittily illustrated anthology of poems, designed to be read aloud, twenty poems arm children with techniques for lifting...

In this new addition to our 'Travellers' Tales' series, Sonny devotes his weekend to helping his neighbours and fellow Travellers with a variety of tasks. He uses many skills, from calculating the amount of fuel needed for a journey, to restoring a...

A collectible edition of Frances Hodgson Burnett's beloved children's classic, with enchanting illustrations by Charles Robinson. The Secret Garden tells the story of Mary Lennox, a child who is spoiled, unliked, and tragically orphaned. She is sent to...

Today is Sports Day. I CAN'T WAIT! And as I know that I'll be great, I've planned how I will celebrate - because I'm going to win. Our heroine is determined that she's going to win all the events at school sports day. The problem is that winning isn't...

Shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Awards 2020. Join Effie Kostas as she fights to become Student Council President in her new school. With a campaign team of loveable misfits, she tackles the truly important...

I love you when you give me kisses.I love you when you need hugs...Most of all, I love you just the way you are.Todd Parr celebrates the unconditional love between parent and child. From the heartfelt ('I love you when you need hugs') to the lighthearted...

Filled with simple, black-and white images including love birds, bear hugs, snuggle bunnies and many more. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and watch as uplifting colours magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and...

A reassuring rhyming picture book about sensory overload and what you can do when everything is too muchWhen feelings go on overload,I pause and breatheand all is . . . slowed. Sometimes everything is too much! Too loud, too bright, and all too...

The sisters of STREET CHILD tell their story... A companion novel to bestselling story of orphan Jim Jarvis set in Victorian England. When Jim Jarvis is separated from his sisters, Lizzie and Emily, he thinks he will never see them...