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OMMIE’S JOURNEY INTO CALM
Come on a yoga journey with Ommie and his friends, as they sails his ‘boat’ into calm.| By Sirkka Fisk | Ages 4-8
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A SMALL SONG
Small finds a link to his past when a roving musician passes through the forest. Make your own instrument activity included. | By Karin Celestine | AGES 5-7
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FINDING YOUR PLACE
Join the fun with Emily and her furry felt tribe as they discover making bookmarks and why you should not use a chocolate biscuit. Make your own bookmark activity included. | By Karin Celestine | AGES 5-7
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INTO THE BLUE
Shark egg cases, rock pool shrimps and silvery sand eels await discovery in this exciting children’s picture book that’s brimming with sea life. | By Nicola Davies and Abbie Cameron | AGES 3-5
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ANIMAL SURPRISES
Kids love surprises! From microscopic to mammoth, creatures both exotic and familiar flout their flair, special abilities and expert camouflage tricks. | By Nicola Davies and Abbie Cameron | AGES 3-5
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CATCHING DREAMS
When Baby Weasus has a bad dream, daddy shares a treasure to remind her that she is never alone. Make your own special Dream Catcher activity included. | By Karin Celestine | AGES 5-7
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THROUGH THE EYES OF ME
A gentle little introduction into the world of autism through the eyes of 4 year old Kya. A playful book for parents and educators to share.| By Jon Roberts | AGES 4-7
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THE KNIGHT WHO TOOK ALL DAY
A fun little fairy tale about the downfalls of showing off! Kids will enjoy the playful illustrations, which show all sorts of subtle interactions and little jokes going on. | By James Mayhew | AGES 4-7
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THE WORD BIRD
One in a series of three fantastic new children’s books by Zoologist and well know children’s author Nicola Davies, The Word Bird is a call to explore! | By Nicola Davies and Abbie Cameron | AGES 4-8
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AZZI IN BETWEEN
This child’s powerful and heart-warming story of her family’s flight, escaping as refugees in the night, inspires compassion and offers comprehension of things both strange and complex. | By Sarah Garland | AGES 7-11
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BEDTIME RELAXATION
Fantastic for long flights, day naps and as a bedtime routine builder. This beautifully crafted 20 minute guided audio story for children, develops mindfulness and relaxation using the breath. | By Learning Stories | AGES 4-10
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TU MEKE TUI
Gorgeous stencil spray artwork, lifts this playful story of avian friendship, courage and appreciating who you are into the spotlight. Featuring New Zealand native birds Tui and Takahe. | By Malcolm Clarke and Flox | AGES 3+
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A PAPER BOAT FOR PANDA
What can you do if you are a woolen Panda who yearns to sail on the real sea? With the help of caring friends a crafty solution is found. Delightful, gentle and full of friendship. Fun craft activity included. | By Karin Celestine | AGES 4-6
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HONEY FOR TEA
How do you thank a bee for giving you lovely honey? Emily bear shows Baby Weasus how to plant flowers and make tiny toy bees from alder cones. Emily’s positive and thoughtful comments set a tone of caring and creativity. Fun craft activity included. | By Karin Celestine | AGES 4-6
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SMALL FINDS A HOME
Baby Weasus finds a lost creature and invites it to come and live with her family. Super sweet and filled with many kind thoughts and actions. Models sharing and putting others before yourself sometimes. Fun craft activity included. | By Karin Celestine | AGES 4-6
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SCHOOL FOR DADS
This brilliantly illustrated story plays with role reversal in a series of hilarious scenarios. The kind of feel-good book which will inspire adventures together and certainly become a favourite. | By Adam and Charlotte Guillain and Ada Grey | AGES 3-5
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POTTY – BACINICA
This cheerful bilingual (English-Spanish) board book, talks directly to little ones about toilet training. Modelling behavior in bold pictures and simple words makes this a useful tool for potty training toddlers. | By Leslie Patricelli | AGES 2+
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THE GREAT BIG GREEN BOOK
Will solar powered trainers save the world? This playful book for kids touches on all subjects ‘Green’. It introduces and lightly looks at everything from endangered species to nuclear fusion. | By Mary Hoffman and Ros Asquith | AGES 4-8
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WHERE IS AUTISM?
Danny thinks Autism might be something like play station or perhaps a cool new toy. A friendly and informative story which encourages discovery and understanding differences. | By Rowena Monds and Charlotte Giblin | AGES 5+
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THE NINE LIVES OF MONTEZUMA
From award winning author and Children’s Laureate, Michael Morgurgo. Montezuma is a chapter book which follows the adventurous nine lives of a farmyard cat. An excellent book, but with no soft edges for very young readers. | By Michael Morpurgo | AGES 6-15+
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OMMIE AND THE MAGICAL GARDEN
Join Ommie in an adventure through a magical garden full of animals, in this playful introduction to yoga for children. Beautifully illustrated and full of vitality.| By Sirkka Fisk | AGES 2-8
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A MAMA FOR OWEN
This true story of a baby hippo who adopts a 130 year old tortoise to be his mama, redefines the boundaries of true friendship. A deliciously illustrated book about being safe with someone you love.| By Marion Dane Bauer and John Butler | AGES 2-6
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TIM TO THE RESCUE
Mischievous Ginger gets more than he bargained for when he samples the 3rd Mates hair growing lotions, sending Tim to the rescue in another wild adventure at sea. Plus Free Audio Bonus! Reading by Stephen Fry | By Edward Ardizzone | AGES 4-7
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TIM ALL ALONE
Arriving home after a holiday voyage at sea, little Tim finds his parents have gone leaving Tim all alone. An exciting salty adventure of discovery on the high seas. Plus Free Audio Bonus! Reading by Stephen Fry | By Edward Ardizzone | AGES 4-7
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FINDING MONKEY MOON
When bedtime arrives and Michael discovers his dearest friend is nowhere to be found, he and dad set out for the park. Finding Monkey Moon on this dark night will require all Michael’s determination and love. By Elizabeth Pulford and Kate Wilkinson | AGES 3-7
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THE GREAT BIG BOOK OF FAMILIES
Some families go on exotic holidays, others grow their own food. Some kids have two mums or dads. This refreshing book allows kids to safely explore new concepts and expand the boundaries of their current views. By Mary Hoffman and Ros Asquith | AGES 4-7
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I (DONT) LIKE SNAKES
Have you ever been scared of something, but not really known why? Award winning author and Zoologist Nicola Davies, shares fun slithering snake secrets, turning fears to amazement! By Nicola Davies and Luciano Lozano | AGES 5-9
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MISS HAZELTINE’S HOME FOR SHY AND FEARFUL CATS
Hopeless, worthless, afraid of everything! Where could a fearful cat go? A wonderful story of transformation and finding your inner courage. By Alicia Potter and Birgitta Sif | AGES 5-8
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AHMED AND THE FEATHER GIRL
A poignant eastern European folktale of hardship and freedom. A story of transformation and the love of a mystical bird girl and a selfless circus boy. By Jane Ray | AGES 4-8
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THE BAREFOOT BOOK OF EARTH TALES
Seven beautiful folktales share with children, the timeless magic of a good deed and the importance of living in harmony with nature. A celebration of life! By Dawn Casey and Anne Wilson | AGES 4-7
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THE GREAT KAPOK TREE
Will the powerful messages of the Amazon Rainforest creatures reach the heart of the sleeping man? A reminder that we are all connected in this circle of life. Enchanting! By Lynne Cherry | AGES 4-7
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THE THREE QUESTIONS
High in the mountains on a stormy night, Nikolai finds the answers to his three important questions. By living in the now, we always see what the right thing to do is. | By Jon J Muth | AGES 4-8
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TALE OF A GREAT WHITE FISH
The ancient great white fish was heavier than three fully grown lions and over 177 years old. Learn about the amazing Sturgeon fish and it’s fight for survival!| By Maggie de Vries and Renne Benoit | AGES 5-9
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BIG CITY BEES
Will the bees find the children’s garden? Will the flower that stays open for just one day get pollinated? A brilliant introduction to bees and their global importance.| By Maggie de Vries and Renne Benoit | AGES 5-8
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VIRGINIA WOLF
Virginia’s mood is always black and she can’t see past it. Luckily she has a sunny sister who doesn’t give up on her. Creativity and love bring freedom! | By Kyo Maclear and Isabelle Arsenault | AGES 4-8
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STAR CHILD
Will the star child risk a journey to earth? The cycle of life and return to the source are beautifully revealed in this spirtually focused book for children. | By Claire Nivola | AGES 5-8
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STEPHEN’S MUSIC
Magic, music and the enchanting song of a flute, inspire Stephen to practice his instruments every day. His dreams become real through hard work and love. | By Sofie Laguna and Anna Pignataro | AGES 3-8
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HIP HOP DOG
An uplifting super cool tale of a neglected dog who finds his purpose through rapping and rhyming. Full of fun and energy, Hip Hop Dog is a all round winner. | By Chris Raschka and Vladimir Dadunsky | AGES 4-8
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EXCLAMATION MARK
What is an Exclamation Mark? He didn’t know and nor did the Questions Mark! A delightfully simple story of self discovery which also shows early learners how to use punctuation. | By Amy Krouse Rosenthal and Tom Lichtenheld | AGES 4-7
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DOUG THE BUG THAT WENT BOING
When Doug suddenly finds himself high above his garden home, he fears he will never see his best friend again. A very funny adventure story about friendship, arguments, fair play and saying sorry. | By Sue Hendra | AGES 3-5
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WHAT FRIENDS DO BEST
This fun fast paced story is masterfully written and illustrated! Children will enjoy the clarity and continuity of this engagingly simple story with a very important message.| By Jonathan Emmett and Nathan Reed | AGES 2-5
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FIRST WORDS AND PICTURES: CHIMP AND ZEE
Monkey twins make learning loads of fun. Swing through the the days of the week, numbers, counting, seasons, colours and words that name the things that little people love. | By Catherine and Laurence Anholt | AGES 2-5
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PICTURE A TREE
Imagination in explosive texture and colour! Elaborate plasticine illustrations rocket this book into a league of its own! Discover the magic of trees through fresh eyes. | By Barbara Reid | AGES 4-7
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KISSED BY THE MOON
A perfect last story of the night! Soft and inviting scenes to fill a childs head. Gentle and expansive words to share a mother’s gift of love and discovery.| By Alison Lester | AGES 2-6
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A KID’S HERB BOOK
An extensive herblore for the home and family, with stories which will help kids remember what each herb is good for. Hours of discovery with songs, recipes and remedies for a range of childhood ailments. | By Lesley Tierra and Suzie Wilson | AGES 7+
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IT’S NOT WHAT YOU’VE GOT
Abundance is a brilliant word to learn. It means there is always more than enough. A commonsense book which offers kids insights about possessions, money, sharing, comparisons, generousity and creating a happy life. | By Dr Wayne W. Dyer and Stacy Heller Budnick | AGES 7+
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MY PARENTS DIVORCE
Billy was afraid, Gracie was angry, Louis was so embarrassed he stopped inviting friends over. This informative book, looks at real life experiences and supports children through common difficulties. | By Sally Hewitt | AGES 6+
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GOING TO THE DENTIST
Come on Kyle’s first visit to the dentist as he discovers how to look after his teeth. Cartoon pictures make this a fun and acessable story for early learners. | By Lori Mortensen and Jeffrey Thompson | AGES 5-9
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TALKING ABOUT DEATH AND DYING
People do not die because they have been bad and death is not a monster that takes people away. Children express their experiences and are constructively supported through their grief and fears.| By Bruce Sanders | AGES 6+
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TALKING ABOUT EATING PROBLEMS
Problems with food can make people uncomfortable and unhappy. An engaging book which helps parents and children talk about eating problems and find solutions.| By Nicola Edwards | AGES 7+
5 Star Rating | Children's Books we Love, 7+ Age Rating, 9+ Age Rating, A CARING FOR YOURSELF, A OUR BODIES, ILLNESS AND HEALTH, Age 7+ Star Rating, Age 9+ Star Rating, Blog Show All Posts, Book Review's, Children’s Books Bedtime Stories Review, CONSUMER AWARENESS, HEALTHY EATING, Trisha Sertori
BODY FUEL FOR HEALTHY BODIES: GRAINS, BREAD, CEREAL AND PASTA
An informative beginners guide to carbohydrate foods, from where they come from, to how they are used by the body. It encourages having a healthy, balanced diet and what that actually means.| By Trisha Sertori | AGES 7+
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BODY FUEL FOR HEALTHY BODIES: VITAMINS AND MINERALS
An informative beginners guide to vitamins and minerals, from where they come from, to how they are used by the body. It encourages having a healthy, balanced diet and what that actually means.| By Trisha Sertori | AGES 7+
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THE HONEST TO GOODNESS TRUTH
What is the difference between telling a lie and telling the truth at the wrong time? Libby’s first lie makes her stomach feel like she’s swallowed a handful of chicken feathers. She soon finds out, that there is a time and place to tell truths.| By Patricia C. McKissack and Giselle Potter | AGES 4-8
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KITCHEN DANCE
Family harmony at its richest! A little girl wakes to sounds in the kitchen. A deep voice is humming and someone laughs. “Hush!” Deliciously illustrated. Ripe with love and fun!| By Maurie J. Manning | AGES 3-7
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ONE LEAF RIDES THE WIND
A kimono clad child explores her tranquil Japanese garden in this beautiful counting book. Clever haiku poems help children find which things to count. A fresh and gentle book for early learners.| By Celeste Davidson Mannis and Susan Kathleen Hartung | AGES 3-6
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BEST BEDTIME STORIES EVER
Five short stories for children to investigate, with a counting section at the end of each story. Learn to identify colours and numbers whilst finding all sorts of crazy objects in this exciting, world famous book.| By Richard Scarry | AGES 3-7
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LOOK INSIDE YOUR BODY
Your child’s first introduction to the workings of the human body in fourteen incredible pages. Well presented information combined with exciting lift up flaps makes this book an engrossing favourite. | By Usbourne | AGES 4-8
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MAX AND RUBY’S TREASURE HUNT
More fun with Max and Ruby on a rainy day! This beautifully written story leads children through a series of English nursery rhymes, to solve the clues on a treasure hunt. Interactive flaps help engage young adventurers.| By Rosemary Wells | AGES 3-5
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BIG MAZE BOOK
This stunning maze book with high quality heavy paper, pretty inks and lovely designs from several artists, would make a very special gift. 50 large scale pages, progress from the easier mazes to more complex ones.| By Kirsteen Robson | AGES 4-7
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CAPTAIN CAT
Eccentric Captain Cat is a trader with additional crew! When a storm blows them off the map to an island where cats have never been seen, their true value surprises everyone in this beautifully illustrated adventure.| By Inga Moore | AGES 3-7
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ALPHABET AND HANDWRITING
Develop early learners self confidence through motivating activities. Part of an English language and mathematics series of activity books. Hours of writing practice with reward stickers to show progress.| Scholastic Learning Express | AGES 4-6
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ANIMAL MAZES
Mazes are important for healthy brain development! Excellent fun for the enquiring mind. Help cat and mouse travel through an adventure story which engages children in solving the detailed mazes.| By Blundell and Tyler | AGES 4-7
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SCARFACE CLAW
Meet the most fearless tom cat in town. Scarface Claw is not scared of anything..or is he? Scarface Claw is irrepressible, the perfect nemesis for Hairy Maclary and his doggie friends.| By Lynley Dodd | AGES 2-6
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MOG ON FOX NIGHT
In the night foxes came and ripped open the bin bag to find food. “Yuck!” thought Mog. A lovely story about being a bit fussy and getting let off the hook by kind friends and some hungry foxes. By Judith Kerr | AGES 2-5
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THE GROWING STORY
A surprise awaits a little boy who’s winter clothes are packed away over the warmer months. Idyllic illustrations of life in the countryside, beautifully portray the discovery of a years growth cycles.| By Ruth Krauss and Helen Oxenbury | AGES 3-6
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ANYTHING FOR YOU
A very short bedtime story of the highest degree! Mama gets tired little Charlie bear through his bedtime routine and into bed. A lovely way to role model a positive response between child and parent.| By John Wallace and Harry Horse | AGES 2-4
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GOODNIGHT TIPTOE
A child and her toys get ready for bed. But little Tiptoe is not tired. Mimicking a parents routine, Tilly gets the toys settled until it is her turn for bed. Goodnight Tiptoe.| By Polly Dunbar | AGES 1-4
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SLIGHTLY INVISIBLE
Clever, witty and hilariously inventive. Charlie just wants his own time with his friend Marv, but little sister Lola and the recently invisible Soren Lorensen trick the boys and their monster into having a tea party!| By Lauren Child | AGES 4-8
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ARTHUR’S EYES
Arthur is a little Aardvark boy who needs glasses. Getting his answers wrong is impacting his self esteem but wearing glasses is a new look that takes some getting used to.| By Marc Brown | AGES 3-6
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LIBRARY LION
If he promises to be quiet, can he come back for storytime tomorrow? A heart warming story of a lion who loves storytime and why exceptions to rules are as important as keeping them.| By Michelle Knudsen and Kevin Hawkes | AGES 4-8
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TEN LITTLE FINGERS AND TEN LITTLE TOES
Scrumptious! Tiny toes and fingers are celebrated as babies and toddlers delight in their self discovery. This beautifully illustrated gentle, rhyming book is full of babies from many cultures.| By Mem Fox and Helen Oxenbury | AGES 2-5
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THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE
An adventurous sea snail with and itchy foot dreams of sailing the seas. A story of environmental awareness, friendship, following your dreams and the notion that a good will favour may be repaid when you least expect it.| By Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler | AGES 3-7
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LITTLE CRITTER: ABCS
Frolics and play through the alphabet with Little Critter and mouse, in this board book for toddlers which helps connect letters, words and objects together, using interesting themes.| By Mercer Mayer | AGES 2-4
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HAIRY MACLARY: SCATTERCAT
Brimming with personality and fun, this little story is filled with delicously named cats who are in for a surprise. Children will adore finding Hairy Maclary’s mischievous face, but will he be so cheeky when he meets Scarfaced Claw?.| By Lynley Dodd | AGES 3-7
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SLINKY MALINKI
The rhyming genius, the plot is hilarious! A cat story with a twist. The sensational pictures and stimulating vocabulary will captivate the voracious young mind. Another fun book in the Hairy Maclary series.| By Lynley Dodd| AGES 3-7
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RICHARD SCARRY’S ABC WORD BOOK
Absolutely Brilliant Creativity! Richard Scarry pushes beyond the boundaries of the standard alphabet book with this action packed ABC Word Book. Boys will gravitate to this book as it is filled with vehicles, devices and planes.| By Richard Scarry | AGES 4-7
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THE USBORNE ALPHABET PICTURE BOOK
Learn the ABC with this large format, thick paged book for tiny tots. The pictures are stylised and friendly with lots of pretty images. Large menu tags make turning the pages easy!| By Rosalinde Bonnet | AGES 0-3
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FOR EACH AND EVERY CHILD
This magnificent book aims to empower children and communities, ensuring that every child is valued through respecting the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.| By Unicef New Zealand | AGES 3+
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A PERFECT PLACE FOR TED
Will little Ted ever get noticed? Beautifully illustrated with funky, fun pictures, a small dog called Ted decides to leave the pet shop to find somewhere he belongs, somewhere perfect.| By Leila Rudge | AGES 3-7
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AM I FIT AND HEALTHY
Am I Fit and Healthy is a simplistic book which approaches its topics with humour and encourages children to form good habits for good reasons.Loads of fun learning in the activity section at the back.| By Claire Llewellyn and Mike Gordon | AGES 4-7
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DR SEUSS’S ABC
Bizarre and brilliant. Dr Seuss’s ABC book tongue twists and frolics through a jungle of stimulating and imaginative phrases. Another fun way to learn the alphabet.| By Dr Seuss | AGES 3-7
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BLUE CHAMELEON
Blue Chameleon is a wizz at imitating shapes and colours in his effort to find a friend. A beautiful and unique early learning word book for little ones. | By Emily Gravett | AGES 1-5
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HAROLD AND THE PURPLE CRAYON
Adrift on a white page, tiny tot Harold uses his imagination to create a world of his choosing. A stimulating adventure which encourages problem solving and free flowing creativity.| By Crockett Johnson | AGES 1-7
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THE HUNDRED DECKER BUS
When the unsuspecting morning travellers board their city bus, no one is prepared for the impromptu adventure that unfolds. Children will be glued to this fabulous book which bursts with intriguing detail.| By Mike Smith | AGES 3-7
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WHY DO STARS COME OUT AT NIGHT?
When children reach the age of ‘Why’ they cannot stop asking! One grandfather has just enough fanciful answers to keep his little grandson satisfied…well for now!| By Annalena McAfee and Anthony Lewis | AGES 3-7
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CLOTH FROM THE CLOUDS
This lovely story is about ecological balance and the damage that is done through greed. It is also about bravery and the strength to give up things we desire to set things right.| By Michael Catchpool and Alison Jay | AGES 3-7
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LEFTOVER FOOD Dealing With Waste
Dealing With Waste
What we can do to live in a more sustainable way? Leftover Food is a clear and informative book for children to investigate a variety of topics on food wastage and the global recycling of food waste. | By Sally Morgan | AGES 6+
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YOGA BEAR Yoga for Youngsters
Yoga for Youngsters
Yoga is for everyone! It’s a non-competitive form of exercise that works the whole body. Kids will enjoy imitating the 21 poses of animals and shapes which range from very simple to a little more advanced.| By Karen Pierce and Paula Brinkman | AGES 2-6
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FEELING JEALOUS Thoughts And Feelings Series
Thoughts And Feelings Series
Powerful emotions come up for so many reasons. By recognising and working through feeling jealous, children are empowered to develop healthy relationships and high self esteem.| By Sarah Levete | AGES 4-
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KEEPING SAFE Talking About Series
Talking About Series
Everyone wants you to have fun and enjoy being a child. This book talks directly to children and is also a brilliant resource to assist parents educate younger children about keeping safe.| By Sarah Levete | AGES 6-12
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WHY AM I SO TIRED? A First Look At Childhood Diabetes
A First Look At Childhood Diabetes
This excellent book talks in 100% positive language about understanding diabetes in terms that young children can relate to and which enables adults to support children effectively.| By Pat Thomas and Lesley Harker | AGES 4-8
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WHY DO I FEEL SCARED?
The world needs brave people, do you think you could be one? An excellent first experience book which encourages children to develop the skills of courage and bravery in their everyday lives.| By Pat Thomas and Lesley Harker.| AGES 4-8
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AND TANGO MAKES THREE
Based on a true story, these two male penguins don’t realise that neither of them can lay an egg and that their only chance of a family lies in an act of kindness and a donor egg.|By Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell | AGES 4-8
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OCEAN SUNLIGHTHow Tiny Plants Feed The Seas
How Tiny Plants Feed The Seas
Ocean Sunlight is an enchanting educational book which covers complicated topics in fun and exciting ways. Clear informative text and marvellous energised illustrations.| By Moly Bang and Penny Chisholm.| AGES 4-8
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LIVING SUNLIGHTHow Plants Bring The Earth To Life
How Plants Bring The Earth To Life
This magnificent award winning book, explains the basic scientific principles behind life on earth. An essential learning tool which all children should have the chance to be inspired by!| By Moly Bang and Penny Chisholm.| AGES 4-8
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WHEN SOPHIE GETS ANGRY, REALLY, REALLY ANGRY
An excellent story about a child learning to overcoming her own anger without the assistance of adult intervention. Powerful illustrations compliment this insightful resource.| By Molly Bang | AGES 4-8
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WE HAVE LIFT OFF
While selfish Mr Tanner was busy polluting his farm, the clever animals set about building an intergalactic rocket to escape the muck and junk. Hilarious misadventure with an environmental message.| By Sean Taylor and Hannah Shaw | AGES 4-7
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ERIC!…THE HERO?
Eric looks at the world differently and he learns differently too. Everyone calls him names. Poor little Eric! Sometimes it’s what makes us different that give us an edge and lets us shine. | By Chris Wormall | AGES 4-6
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THE BEATLES
The Beatles live on in this exciting new book told in colourful fun cartoon frames for children.This factually correct and funny book will enthral any true young music enthusiast.| By Mick Manning and Brita Granström | AGES 8-12
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ONE WORLD TOGETHER
Nine countries and cultures, nine new friends! The universal themes of play and family make One World Together an exciting celebration of global friendship.| By Cathrine and Laurence Anholt | AGES 3-6
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COUNTING CHICKENS
Tobi’s prize hen lays only seven beautiful eggs but after one year he has 50 chickens! Full of fun animal life, Counting Chickens is a gorgeous counting book set in rural Nigeria.| By Polly Alakija | AGES 3-6
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READING RAVEN VOL 2
More reading fun in VOL 2 of this award winning app. Reading Raven VOL 2 Learning To Read App, engages children with fun educational lessons and activites which can be customised to suit reading levels, age and learning speed. Create user profiles for multiple children.| By Early Ascent | Ages 3-7
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READING RAVEN
This highly reccommended reading Raven app engages children with fun educational lessons and activites to develop reading skills which can be customised to suit reading skills and learning speed. Create user profiles for multiple children.| By Early Ascent | Ages 3-7
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VICKY GOES TO THE DOCTOR
Vicky normally loves playing with her friends but today something is wrong. Set in Nigeria, this supportive ‘first experience’ story reassures children that visiting a doctor is safe.| By Ifeoma-Onyefulu | AGES 3-6
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OFF TO MARKET
A Ugandan minibus and lots of people wanting to get off to market. But when the biggest hill proves too steep everyone has to get out. How will they get to market on time? | By Elizabeth Dale and Erika Pal | AGES 3-7
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THE HERD BOY
In rural South Africa a young boy has a dangerous job, tending his grandfather’s flock. A story of empowerment, self belief and leadership inspired by the life of former president Nelson Mandela.| By Niki Daly | AGES 4-8
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THE STRONGEST BOY IN THE WORLD
In a time when legendary strong women lived in Japan and Sumo wrestlers were famous celebrities a skinny kid called Kaito decides to try his luck at becoming the strongest boy in the world.| By Jessica Souhami | AGES 5-8
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IFE’S FIRST HAIRCUT
Chineze is so excited, Ife’s first haircut can’t come soon enough. Uncle Mike will bring his scissors and there will be a party. Delightful childhood first experiences in a Nigerian village.| By Ifeoma-Onyefulu | AGES 3-6
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WHEN WE WENT TO THE PARK
Joggers and dogs, piles of leaves to play in and a pat for the cat on the way home. These are some of the gentle experiences a little girl and her grandfather share on their afternoon walk.| By Shirley Hughes | AGE 1-5
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THE JOLLY POSTMAN
Fairytale characters get postal surprises! Goldilocks apologises for eating the porridge and damaging the furniture. Daddy will fix it soon. Baby bear is invited to her birthday! A creative delight with real letters to take out and read.| By Janet and Allan Ahlberg | AGES 3-6
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THE CAT AND THE FIDDLE – NURSERY RHYMES
Forty traditional European nursery rhymes, stunning illustrated with a rich medieval flavour. Enchanting animals and characters fill the pages of this humorous and beautifully crafted book. A ‘must have’ treasure! | By Jackie Morris | AGES 1-6
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THE SNOW LEOPARD
Gaspingly beautiful! A myth of rebirth and transformation set in the secret folds of the Himalayan mountains. A sleeping girl hears the songs and is woven deep into the fabric of this magical adventure. | By Jackie Morris | AGES 4+
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THE GRUFFALO
Crafty mouse tells tall tales of an imaginary Gruffalo to escape the hungry woodland creatures…But mouse is in for a big surprise! A fun, well rhymed tale with repetitions children will want to read again and again.| By Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler | AGES 3-7
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THE GREAT DOG BOTTOM SWAP
The truth laid bare! Why do dogs sniff each other’s bottoms? A summer ball, frivolity and fire are all the right ingredients for a terrible mix up! | By Peter Bently and Mei Matsuoka| AGES 3-6
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SIR CHARLIE STINKY SOCKS AND THE REALLY BIG ADVENTURE
A witch with a watch, a deep dark forest and a pint sized knight who is both fearless and thoughtful. Captivating pictures colour this fun adventure which encourages kindness and creative problem solving. | By Kristina Stephenson | AGES 4-8
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ROOM ON THE BROOM
This friendly witch invites helpful animals to ride on her broom, but what will happen when it’s full? A masterfully illustrated rhyming story of friendship, earning your place in a group and pulling together to solve problems.| By Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler | AGES 2-6
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THE RAINBOW FISH
The most beautiful fish in the sea learns to share is gorgeous scales and so discovers the joy of giving and friendship. The holographic foil scales of the rainbow fish help children feel the beauty of the treasure that was shared.| By Marcus Pfister | AGES 3-6
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PADDINGTON
Polite, perky and Peruvian, this little bear is still munching marmalade and drinking tea the good old-fashioned English way. He’s a well meaning, loveable bear who always finds a sticky situation.| By Michael Bond and R.W. Alley | AGES 3-6
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MOG’S CHRISTMAS
Trees that walk and a busy household are not at all what Mog is used to. Christmas eve approaches and Mog is still sitting on the roof. Family fun and love make this an iconic series.| By Judith Kerr | AGES 2-6
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MOG THE FORGETFUL CAT
Mog didn’t mean to lick Debbie’s hair while she was asleep, she forgot Debbie was not a kitten. Meet Mog the adorable tabby cat. When a burglar comes to the Thomas’ house, Mog’s forgetful nature saves the day.| By Judith Kerr | AGES 3-6
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MEET ME AT THE MOON
The moon touches the earth on the horizon. This is where little one must meet mama elephant after a long wait alone. Mama shows her calf how to look for her presence in the world around so that little one will never feel alone. Touching and beautifully illustrated.| By Giana Marino | AGES 2-6
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IN THE NIGHT KITCHEN
Bold Mickey braves being mixed into the morning cake. In a dreamscape of dough and identical giant chefs, the little boy flies in his plane to bring back the morning milk.| By Maurice Sendak | AGES 4-7
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ELEPHANT JOE, BRAVE KNIGHT
A dark knight masquerades as a damsel in distress, a kiss for a frog who does not turn into a prince and an elephant and a zebra on a quest for the king. Good manners and good twists make this story a fun read.| By David Wojtowycz | AGES 3-7
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CAPTAIN BUCKLEBOOTS ON THE NAUGHTY STEP
A very naughty pirate joins a surprised young Sam on the naughty step. Together that talk about what they did and what can be done to set things right. Full of positive role modelling ideas for young minds.| By Mark Sperring and Tom Mclaughlin | AGES 2-5
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CALLUM’S INCREDIBLE CONSTRUCTION KIT
Construction and creativity are Callum’s special talents and he sure knows how to make his ideas big! A brilliant book for all children who love to build and make things. An imaginative extravaganza! | By Jonathan Emmett and Ben Mantle | AGES 3+
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BUBBLE TROUBLE
A baby catching bubble is blown by older sister Mabel, who races after baby in attempts to bring it down. A delicious tongue twisting romp of literary brilliance which will delight children and adults alike.| By Margaret Mahy and Polly Dunbar | AGES 3+
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THE SONG OF THE GOLDEN HARE
Magical songs to win the heart of the Golden Hare are what grandfather hums to the orphaned leverets. Will the children be able to keep them safe from the watchful eyes of the hunter when the hares begin to run? | By Jackie Morris | AGES 5-9
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THE ICE BEAR
In the frozen wastelands all life is bound together in ways that are both magical and raw. A shape shifting child learns the power of his gift in this powerful story which reflects an old Inuit folk tale.| By Jackie Morris | AGES 6+
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CROCODILES NEED KISSES TOO
Little crocodile can’t understand why the other animal families don’t cuddle him. They say he’s a scary crocodile, but it’s not true, he’s just a baby who needs kisses too.| By Carrie Weston and Russell Julian | AGES 2-5
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DRAGONS LOVE TACOS
If you are having dragons over for a meal or party, please check your ingredient labels carefully! Why? Because giving them taco’s (which they love) can be disastrous unless the salsa is mild! | By Adam Rubin and Daniel Salmieri | AGES 3-6
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HUGLESS DOUGLAS
A bear without a hug is a very needy bear. It’s all about hugs for Douglas and he must find that hug. A gentle, silly story which ends in the best hug ever…but who will give him that special hug? | By David Melling | AGE 3-7
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