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find peace in a poem

Find Peace in a Poem

Poetry

This is a book of poetry for everyone.

Inside is a treasure trove of writing celebrating mindfulness. Read the poems aloud or curl up with them in a quiet corner. Begin your journey into a lifelong love of poetry.

This beautifully illustrated collection features powerful poems written by a wide range of contemporary voices. They share their unique perspectives on the topic of mindfulness, from listening for silence and living in the moment to the colour of our dreams and what the trees can teach us. Showcasing original poems alongside existing works, this is a book to share and treasure forever.

Featuring brilliant poetry by:
Mandy Coe
Jack Prelutsky
Pat Mora
Kate Wakeling
James Carter
Nikita Gill
Joseph Coelho
Valerie Bloom
Amina Jama
Michael Rosen
Sue Hardy-Dawson
Mary Ann Hoberman
Georgia Heard
Sophia Thakur
Sanah Ahsan
Elizabeth Acevedo
Kit Wright
Naomi Shihab Nye
Zaro Weil

And awe-inspiring artwork from:
Annalise Barber
Mariana Roldan
Masha Manapov
Nabila Adani

love is in the little things

Love is in the Little Things

Picturebook

A celebration of everyday, little acts of love with heartfelt illustrations from the talented Jane Massey.

Love is in the little things.
A kiss, a smile, a cup of tea.
Just me and you sitting quietly.
A song, a hug, a helping hand
that lifts us up so we can stand.

Join Big and Small as they journey through the moments that make a relationship – from blowing bubbles in the bath, to saying ‘sorry’. This charming picture book is the ideal gift for parents welcoming home a new baby or to share with a loved one on a special occasion. Perfect for fans of I’m Sticking with You by Smriti Halls and Steve Small, I Love You to the Moon and Back by Amelia Hepworth and Tim Warnes, and I Love You When You’re Angry by Erin Winters and Kaitin Bucher.

foxs favourite autumn

Fox’s Favourite Autumn

Picturebook

Tuck into this wonderful picture book introduction to the changing of seasons. There’s nothing Fox loves more in the world than autumn. And he’s going to make it last as long as he can!

As soon as Fox opened his door, he could tell. “Autumn at last! There’s so much to do!”

Autumn is Fox’s favourite time of the year. He loves tasting blackberries, scrunching and collecting leaves!

But as the days pass, Autumn starts to reach its end. Winter is coming … and Fox DEFINITELY cannot let that happen!

Join Fox as he tries to do everything to stop Autumn from slipping by and eventually learns that each season has its magic.

A funny and quirky story about the changing seasons

Fabulous text by Fiona Barker, full of humour and heart

harvest days

Harvest Days

Picturebook

Explore harvest festivals from around the globe! Lyrical, rhyming text and lush, detailed artwork from Italian artist Martina Peluso immerse young readers in some of the most ancient traditions in the world. Nine pages of rich, educational endnotes dive deep with more information about the 12 cultures explored in the book and invite young readers to ask questions about food and the labour that produces it.

lets celebrate special days around the world

Let’s Celebrate! Special Days Around the World

Picturebook

Lyrical, sensory nonfiction text and vibrant illustrations invite readers to experience a child’s-eye view of 13 special days around the world, such as the Spring Festival, Inti Raymi, Eid al-Fitr, Día de Muertos and the New Yam Festival. Includes a global festival calendar and educational notes about why we celebrate.

ready steady squirrel

Ready, Steady Squirrel

Picturebook

A gorgeous, inspiring story for every little squirrel!

It’s winter in the forest: time for squirrels to gather all the nuts and acorns and pine cones they’d squirrelled away in the autumn.

Evie’s determined she can do it all by herself. She’s ready. She’s steady. She’s going squirrelling!

But it’s a huge task. Can she really do it all on her own? Or should she let her friends lend a hand?

Nicola Kinnear’s superb illustrations are her best ever, in this endearing story about courage and kindness.

This is the perfect story for bedtime . . . or any time!

A warm, cosy story full of courage, fun and friendship

Evie’s determination to do everything by herself will strike a chord with parents and children everywhere

Nicola Kinnear’s brilliantly illustrated books are full of fabulous characters, and wonderful messages about sharing, friendship, courage and kindness

Gold foil details on the cover make this beautiful book an ideal gift

captain cuddles

Captain Cuddles

Picturebook

A hilarious, huggable superhero adventure – with flaps to lift and die-cut shaped pages!

Rascally bank robbery? Runaway train? Never fear! Captain Cuddles is here! The world’s snuggliest superhero can turn baddies into goodies with just the power of . . . a HUG! But watch out, Captain! There’s a wicked flea on the loose! Will Captain Cuddle’s superhero squeeze be enough to save the day? Or will he be blasted off far, far away?

This cuddle-filled story with brilliant illustrations from Julio Antonio Blasco will delight children with its twists and turns. A fun superhero caper that would appeal to fans of Julia Donaldson’s Superworm, Kes Gray and Nick Sharratt’s Super Daisy and Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet’s Supertato series.

hello winter

Hello Winter

Picturebook

Meet four magical friends who control the seasons in this irresistible new series from author-illustrator Jo Lindley.

Finally it’s Winter turn to share her special season, and she’s SO excited. But her friends don’t like her chilly games. Instead of passing the weather crown to Winter, Autumn gives it to Spring.

As Winter stomps off to play snow games on her own, it isn’t long before her friends start feeling bad. Can they find their way through the ice and snow to tell their friend how much she means to them?

Perfect for little readers learning about empathy and taking turns.

Each title centres on a different seasonal character and gently explores key social and emotional themes, such as anxiety, self-belief and resilience.

Set in an enchanting natural world that readers will love to return to again and again!

With a sparkling foil finish!

Collect the series and discover more magical seasonal adventures:
Hello Spring
Hello Autumn
Hello Summer

Fairytale ninjas 3

Two and a Half Wishes (Fairytale Ninjas, Book 3)

Chapter book

Jump into Book 3 of the thrilling new series about fairy-tale heroines, ninja moves and epic adventures, perfect for children aged 5+

When fairies start getting trapped and their magic constrained, the ninjas soon realise that a new villain is at work. Can they, with the help of their two and a half wishes, get to the bottom of the problem? Or will they just be a little bit short of that extra sparkle?

classic childrens books

Classic Children’s Books

Poetry

List of Classic Children’s Books

Packed with delightful books that have more than stood the test of time, this hand-picked collection of classic tales welcomes readers into whimsical worlds filled with humour and adventure, imagination and intrigue.

Our youngest readers will love joining the intrepid explorers in We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, and laugh out loud at the timeless humour of Funnybones. Readers in Key Stage 1 will delight at the story of Dave and his favourite toy Dogger, and take comfort from the tale of The Owl who was Afraid of the Dark.

Those entering Key Stage 2 can soar through the sky on Mildred’s broomstick in The Worst Witch, or step into the magical land of Narnia in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Thrilling and enchanting in equal measure, Tom’s Midnight Garden and The Wolves of Willoughby Chase are among our picks for those at the upper end of primary school.

These classics, with their familiar characters and timeless themes, will build a love of reading that lasts a lifetime.

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