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A brilliant first picture book to encourage kindness and empathy.Hank the Hippo LOVES to help, but all the other hippos think he's a fool. Especially Horace: 'Hippos aren't helpful! It's not what we do. We spend our time sloshing in pools!' But when a...

Starting kindergarten is a big milestone - and the hero of this story is ready to make his mark! He's dressed himself, eaten a pile of pancakes, and can't wait to be part of a whole new kingdom of kids. The day will be jam-packed, but he's up to the...

When Leila's mother gets sick, lots of things change for her family. But one important thing stays the same: they still have each other, and they know how to find joy and laughter when they need it most! The poetic, uplifting story and hopeful ending are...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.About the AuthorCecily von Ziegesar has always lived in New York City. She's already working on her eighth Gossip Girl novel, Nothing Can Keep Us Together, coming October 2005,...

Meet one of your favorite Sesame Street friends in this adorable photographic board book!Say hello and learn all about Abby Cadabby in a Sesame Street board book illustrated with bold, bright photographs. As babies and toddlers pore over the many...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781915025708Author Samia AhmedFormat PaperbackPage Count 30Imprint Bright BooksPublisher Bright BooksWeight(grams) 91gDimensions(mm) 216mm * 216mm * 2mm

A tiny, delicately illustrated picture book for young children and animal lovers that holds a world of emotion conveying a friendship between an energetic puppy and a new kitten. Little dog George isn't sure about the new kitten that appears in...

A thrilling and moving adventure story about evacuees in World War Two, perfect for readers of Goodnight Mister Tom'A compelling heart-warming story about three children in the Second World War - I loved it.' Jacqueline WilsonWhen war breaks out in...

Dev and Jack are swimming in the pool when Jack has an idea - they can pretend they are swimming in the sea! Find out all the creatures they see on their swimming adventure in this imaginative story by Kate Scott. Dev and Jack are swimming in...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780545685436Author Tui,T SutherlandFormat PaperbackPage Count 336Imprint Scholastic USPublisher Scholastic US

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Caldecott Medal 2010 and Indies Choice Book Awards (Picture Book) 2010. Commended for Boston Globe-Horn Book Awards (Picture Book) 2010 and Capitol Choices:...

Part of the bestselling TouchThinkLearn series! TouchThinkLearn: Feelings is a tactile board book with scooped-out die-cuts and raised elements that invites little readers to explore a range of emotions-from joy to anger-in a hands-on way. ...

Affirming Bedtime Stories for Kids (Ages 3-6)"Through guided illustrations, author Kate Allan opens the door to discussion about mental health in an approachable and unassuming manner" -Sydney Weiss, Seek the Joy PodcastPacked with positive affirmations...

Babysaurus loves playing hide-and-seek with his Papasaurus. But one day, no matter where he looks, he can't find him, so Babysaurus turns to his prehistoric friends for help. Where can his Papasaurus be? Of course, Papasaurus has been right there all...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780307020970Author Gertrude CramptonFormat HardbackPage Count 24Imprint Golden Books Publishing Company, Inc.Publisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780823453351Author Igor PlohlFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Holiday House IncPublisher Holiday House IncWeight(grams) 159gDimensions(mm) 279mm * 218mm...

Can one boy with no memories save the world?'I loved this book - a triumphant and richly imagined fantasy as well as a compelling insight into life with seizures and memory loss. I can't wait to see where this story goes!' - Lee Newbery, author of The...

A range of simple stories for new readers, with beautiful colour illustrations. Nanu and Otto are off on a climbing adventure - to the top of Lion Mountain! Otto is a born explorer, just like his grandma, who is brave and bold and can't resist the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781536208450Author Juana Martinez-NealFormat HardbackPage Count 40Imprint Candlewick Press,U.S.Publisher Candlewick Press,U.S.Weight(grams)...

In Enid Blyton's bestselling school series Elizabeth Allen is sent away to boarding school and makes up her mind to be the naughtiest pupil there's ever been.In book five, Elizabeth intends never to be naughty again. But when John entrusts her with his...

Set against the backdrop of Karachi, Pakistan, Saadia Faruqi's tender and honest middle grade novel tells the story of two girls navigating a summer of change and family upheaval with kind hearts, big dreams, and all the right questions. Mimi is not...

To his friends, popular and handsome sixteen-year-old Nick Andreas has led a charmed life. But the guys in Nick's anger management class know differently. So does his ex-girlfriend Caitlin. Now it looks like the only person who doesn't realize how far...

When I found you, you were small and trembling, and I thought you might be a little bunny. I held you close so you were warm. The world can seem like a big, bewildering place for new babies - fortunately, their mothers know just how to sooth and comfort...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780385388450Author Chris GrabensteinFormat PaperbackPage Count 272Imprint Random House Books for Young ReadersPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780547577098Author Lois LowryFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint Houghton MifflinPublisher Cengage Learning, Inc

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781442440609Author Mindi ScottFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint Simon & SchusterPublisher Simon & SchusterWeight(grams) 277gDimensions(mm) 209mm * 140mm...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780553539868Author Mercer MayerFormat PaperbackPage Count 48Imprint Random House Books for Young ReadersPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams)...

Rock and Roll are two boulders looking happily onto the world. However, when the people come and award them with gifts and adornments, they become jealous of each other. They become competitive over things they do not need and which do not matter. Rock...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780439856546Author Jane YolenPage Count 12Imprint Blue Sky PressPublisher Scholastic US

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780803728806Author Mercer MayerFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint E P Dutton & Co IncPublisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 147gDimensions(mm) 186mm *...

A poignant book about new horizons and saying goodbye from best-loved creators: John Burningham and Helen OxenburyMiles is a difficult dog who loves to ride in his motor car. He's growing older, but a new challenge awaits when he takes to the skies.A...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781802586138Author Jon RobertsFormat PaperbackPage Count 36Imprint Graffeg LimitedPublisher Graffeg LimitedDimensions(mm) 230mm * 230mm * 4mm

The second spooky illustrated story in the No Place For Monsters series - Stranger Things for younger readers! PRAISE FOR NO PLACE FOR MONSTERS: 'Wildly imaginative and totally terrifying' JEFF KINNEY, AUTHOR OF...

This classic illustrated book version of the story behind the Oscar-nominated animated film Robin Robin, created by Aardman for Netflix is a real treat. Written by the film's directors and beautifully illustrated by Briony May Smith, this book is perfect...

Big Nate is back, starring in the third instalment of his own super-funny series. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid'. Big Nate's scout troop is fundraising and while door-to-door...

Riley the Brave is a little bear with big feelings. He really wants to have fun at the fair, but sometimes he struggles just making it to school, especially on the STINKY, BUMPY, NOISY bus!It is hard for Riley to focus and have fun when he is feeling so...

Caillou is very excited when his family decides to take a trip by train. After they have settled into their compartment, Daddy takes Caillou to explore the train. There is so much to see and do; Caillou visits the kitchen, the dining car and even the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781492675112Author Marianne RichmondPage Count 26Imprint Sourcebooks JabberwockyPublisher Sourcebooks, Inc

From multi-award-winning singer, artist, actress, and icon Mary J. Blige comes a fun and inspirational story that teaches young readers they can be anything, and they are enough.Most of the time, people say "no" or "you can't" because they dream too...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780399207075Author Tomie dePaolaFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint G.P.Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers'Publisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams)...