An informative and accessible non-fiction text that explores how toys have changed over time, organised into easy to navigate sections with a contents page, index, glossary and timeline.
With the power of Stanley’s imagination, a simple stick can become any kind of toy that he wants. This entertaining story with brilliant illustrations is a celebration of children’s imaginary play.
Danny wants a pet but the only trouble is he is not sure which type of dinosaur is right for him. With a little help from the eccentric Mr Ree, the owner of the Wondrous Dinosaurium, Danny tries out a few different types and soon discovers that pet dinos are quite a handful! This colourful and humorous picture book is a popular storytime hit for children aged 3-7.
When the toy museum closes each evening, all the toys come to life. Bunting, the old toy cat, takes it upon himself to count and inspect the toys and give them a history lesson. But one night the toys decide to teach Bunting how to have some fun. This enchanting story has detailed illustrations and children will love to spot the different toys scattered throughout the pages.
This picture book contains both a simple rhyming text about dinosaurs and a myriad of interesting age-appropriate dinosaur facts that will satisfy curious minds. Children will be drawn to the bright collage-style illustrations that accompany the text.
This is a comprehensive children’s compendium of dinosaurs that is perfect for young readers who are ready to take their dinosaur knowledge to the next level! Covering everything from the Abelisaurus to the Zizhongosaurus, this themed encyclopaedia is the perfect companion for young dino-lovers.
This picture book tells the story of a little girl who dreams of having a pet dinosaur. She imagines all of the things her new pet will do, from learning new tricks, coming along to school and eating plenty of broccoli. Coupled with bright and bold illustrations, this is an appealing picture book to which dino-loving children will find it easy to relate!
Best suited to older readers (Upper KS2), this impressive hardback is the closest thing you can get to a museum in book form. Exhibited in the pages are all sorts of dinosaurs from different eras, displayed with beautiful illustrations and informative text explaining the science behind these prehistoric creatures. This is a beautiful non-fiction text to treasure. There is also an accompanying activity book.
A fun and visually appealing picture book about a dinosaur who loves art. Picassaur breaks the mould in his family full of fierce, stomping dinosaurs who would much rather be fighting and roaring than drawing and painting rocks. But when a terrifying T-Rex appears on the scene, it is up to Picassaur’s creative artwork to save the day.
Find out what might happen if a dinosaur was alive today. Perhaps it would visit the park or a birthday party. This is a great book to spark the imagination and one that is full of interesting dinosaur facts.
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