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***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...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593564530Author Bess KalbFormat HardbackPage Count 40Imprint Random House USA IncPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams) 437gDimensions(mm) 224mm *...

Kristen Gudsnuk takes readers on a magical adventure about friendship in this fourth and final installment of her imaginative Making Friends series. No magic. No sketchbook. No friends. Again?! Dany's magical...

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...

When Fox dies the rest of his family are absolutely distraught. How will Mole, Otter and Hare go on without their beloved friend? But, months later, Squirrel reminds them all of how funny Fox used to be, and they realise that Fox is still there in their...

The newest picture book from the hilarious duo behind the phenomenal I Need A New Bum! series A young boy suddenly notices a big problem - his bum has a huge crack! So he sets off to find a new one. Will he choose an armor-plated bum? A rocket bum? A...

If you look very carefully at the night sky, you might spot a teeny-tiny sparkle out of the corner of your eye, a whisper of a tinkling trail... That's Ella.Ella has always dreamed of seeing the sunrise. But with her delicate gossamer wings, she can only...

For fans of Cathy Cassidy and Holly Willoughby's School for Stars - tumble into the world of competitive gymnastics - friendships, dreams, tears, and tumbles! Ellie has reached the national gymnastics squad training...

The Wonky Donkey has sold over two million copies worldwide - meet the newest member of the Donkey family for a very special surprise! Wee Dinky woke one weekend with wonder in her eyes. Today her daddy,...

A wonderful and unique look at counting and friendship.This very simple picture book is about two friends, Sue and Nick, who like very different things but are still best friends. They introduce us to all their favourite things from one boy called Nick...

Felicity's sure she's going to do something big. Exactly what is still a mystery, but she'llfigure it out. Her sister, Letty, teases Felicity that she never finishes stuff, but that'sjust because Letty is so perfect. Still, life is good with plenty of...

Step inside the lives of PC Seth and PC Thea as they work hard to protect their community, in this title from the Busy People series. It's a busy day at the festival for PC Seth and PC Thea. A car is stuck in the mud and a little boy needs their help.Can...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781991164049Author Adrian LaurentFormat PaperbackPage Count 40Imprint Bradem LimitedPublisher Bradem Limited

Errol and his teddy, Thomas, are best friends who do everything together. Whether it's riding a bike, playing in the tree house, having a tea party or all of the above, every day holds something fun to do together. One sunny day, Errol finds that...

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...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781484778586Author Loryn BrantzPage Count 22Imprint HyperionPublisher HyperionWeight(grams) 317gDimensions(mm) 202mm * 202mm * 16mm

A star-scattered night, a brand new baby, and all the potential in the world... This is a poetic introduction to what it means to be raised as a boy in the challenging times we live in, and all of the dazzling possibilities that await him. A beautiful...

The One and Only Ivan is now a major motion picture available on Disney+! Return to the unforgettable world of the Newbery Medal-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling novel The One and Only Ivan in this incredible sequel, starring Ivan's...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Coretta Scott King Awards.Book InformationISBN 9781101997567Author Mildred D TaylorFormat PaperbackPage Count 416Imprint PuffinPublisher Penguin Putnam...

A Nifflenoo Called Nevermind is story for children who bottle up their feelings. Nevermind always carries on whatever happens! Each time something horrible happens to him he just tucks his feelings away and carries on with life. Find out what happens to...

Push, pull and slide the tabs to enjoy a day of Busy Swimming! Help the children get changed into their swimming costumes, whizz down the water slide and race across the indoor pool.Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful board...

From award-winning Simon James Green and bestselling Garry Parsons comes this beautifully-told, gorgeously illustrated picture book about what it REALLY means to be fabulous! All Frankie wants is to be fabulous! ...

Otter pup Miki finds a special friend, Amak, to share her adventures with. When danger comes, the otters hold tight to each other's paws. But will it be enough to keep them safe? A breathtaking story of friendship and belonging, with gorgeous...

The second book in the New York Times bestselling Maze Runner series - now a series of major movies starring Dylan O'Brien! SEE THE FILMS. READ THE BOOKS. ENTER THE MAZE ... Thomas was sure that escape from the...

Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2021 and longlisted for the Kate Greenaway, now as a collectible small hardback perfect for gifting. Are you looking for happiness? Sometimes it can feel really far away, and sometimes you might...

"A cute, sentimental tale that will appeal to those who love The Giving Tree"--School Library Journal Adults and children alike will delight in this heartwarming and visually powerful picture book, which shares a timeless story about love, connection,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781771386555Author Elina EllisFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint Kids Can PressPublisher Kids Can Press

A breathtaking tale of the rich, wild world and all its wonder from acclaimed nature writer and Costa Award-shortlisted novelist, Melissa Harrison - the perfect read for cosy nights! SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKS ARE MY...

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...

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: Go on Holiday Topsy, Tim, Mummy and Dad are off on holiday, but the journey there...

An uplifting story about celebrating diversity and embracing what makes you you - from Tom Percival's bestselling Big Bright Feelings series Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. 'A sweet and truly uplifting story that...

When Tobias loses his favourite teddy bear, Richmond, whilst on holiday at the beach, he soon discovers that a young girl has found him. At first, Tobias is desperate to get Richmond back, but when he sees how sad the girl is once he's retrieved...

'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...

Topsy and Tim are starting school! Join Topsy and Tim on their first day at school. Topsy and Tim are taught about the school bell and where to hang their coats and school bag. They learn all about the school canteen, lessons and - of course - the...

A young boy, bewitched by his father's unrelenting passion to fly; a desperate craving that absorbs his every waking minute, finds himself entranced by the dream. When his father goes to war and does not return it seems the spell is broken. Much later,...

Superstar TV presenter and bestselling author Alesha Dixon is back with a hilarious story of sisterhood and strong girls! Pearl moves into 10 Downing Street when her mum Patrice becomes the UK's first Black female...

Mr Big is strong, Mr Big is tough, Mr Big is . . . well . . . BIG! He has just one small problem - because of the way he looks he just can't get people to stick around. How can he show them that although he may look a little scary, he is just a great big...

Topsy and Tim are always finding fun adventures in the real world, and this story is reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. It's Topsy and Tim's birthday and that means a party! Follow their adventures as they hang the...

Best friends Bumble and Snug are Bugbops - little monsters filled with BIG feelings! In this full-colour graphic novel, join them on a funny, imaginative adventure with some VERY angry pirates, learning about the world outside and inside along the way...

Peter Rabbit is off to visit his friend Squirrel Nutkin! On his way, he comes across many familiar friends and asks all sorts of questions about their homes . . . Will Peter find out he and his friends are more similar than he thought? Join Peter Rabbit...