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"Utterly unique and movingly memorable, a wonderful story about what happens when we take control of our own narrative, and find ways to communicate across the gaps in language. Clever, brilliantly written, and thought-provoking, it will stay with you."...

Augustus the tiger was sad. He had lost his smile. So he did a HUGE tigery stretch, and set off to find it.About the AuthorCatherine Rayner was born in Harrogate and now lives in Edinburgh. She has a BA (Hons) in Visual Communication and Illustration...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781649161451Author Steve HermanFormat PaperbackPage Count 50Imprint Dg Books PublishingPublisher Dg Books PublishingWeight(grams) 154gDimensions(mm) 254mm *...

There's a commotion in the classroom as Goat and the other animals spend the day at playgroup. The musical instruments and the dressing up box are lots of fun, but - oh dear! - Goat gets into a muddle or two. Even the smallest toddler will enjoy the...

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 to the Dentist children can find out how to keep their teeth healthy and discover...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781481463751Author Charles M SchulzPage Count 24Imprint Simon SpotlightPublisher Simon SpotlightWeight(grams) 227gDimensions(mm) 163mm * 152mm * 15mm

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...

An official, super cute guide exploring the world and adventures of Hello Kitty and her iconic friends. Hello Kitty always says, "You can never have too many friends!" and this adorable guide has everything you need to know about all her friends and the...

A graphic novel about friendship, belonging and feeling comfortable in your own skin! Trying out for middle school cheerleader means: performing in the giant school gym, with the whole school watching, and risking ...

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...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781492667810Author Gregory LangFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint Sourcebooks WonderlandPublisher Sourcebooks, Inc

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...

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge! It was the middle of winter and very, very cold. The mice of Brambly Hedge forecasted snow. And they were right. In the...

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...

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...

Combining the warmth and heart of Ross Welford's The 1,000 Year Old Boy with the epic adventure and inseparable friendship of Frank Cottrell Boyce's Cosmic comes an otherworldly new middle grade adventure from the award-winning Benjamin Dean...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of New York Times Notable Book 1983 and Wisconsin Golden Archer Book Award 1984.Book InformationISBN 9780394865805Author Dr. SeussFormat HardbackPage Count 56Imprint...

"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...

From the genius of David Levithan, co-author of Will Grayson, Will Grayson, and Nick and Nora's Infinite Playlist, comes a love story like no other you've read before. Each morning, A wakes up in a different body. There's never any warning...

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...

A brilliant picture book about dealing with difficult emotions, from author and illustrator Tom Percival, creator of the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. Most of the time Ravi...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780843198355Author Roger HargreavesFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint Troubador Press,U.S.Publisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 1315gDimensions(mm)...

A richly illustrated gift picture book edition of Michael Morpurgo's classic wartime story War Horse, which has been captivating audiences young and old for 40 years. War Horse celebrates its 40th...

This inspiring picture book retells the story of Nobel Peace Prize nominee Greta Thunberg - the Swedish teenager who has led a global movement to raise awareness about the world's climate crisis - using allegory to make this important topic accessible to...

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...

Little Bear has a secret - deep inside, he feels nothing like a real bear. An empowering story about finding your own special spark, woven with magic and wonder by Sandra Dieckmann, the creator of Leaf and Waiting for Wolf.Little Bear knows that soon the...

It's 1946. The war is over and Europe lies in ruins. Fourteen year old Felix dreams of finding happiness elsewhere. When he's offered the chance to go to Australia, he seizes the opportunity. So does someone very dear to him, even though she wasn't...

***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...

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...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781481485982Author Emily CalandrelliFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Simon & SchusterPublisher Simon & SchusterWeight(grams) 91gDimensions(mm) 188mm *...

Fifth grade was the worst year of Marc's life. He stunk at gym class, math was too hard for him, the school lunch was horrible, and his class field trip was ruined because he couldn't swim. And the most awful thing about fifth grade? Kenny Williamson,...