Early Reader Books

Peter is excited to be going to forest school with Benjamin Bunny, they can't wait to learn all about the woodland they live in. But when he learns that his sisters won't be there, the little bunny gets nervous. Luckily Mrs. Rabbit is there to reassure him and hold his paw on the first day. With new, humorous illustrations of Beatrix Potter's well-loved characters, this reassuring tale mirrors young children's early experiences. This book is a perfect gift for children to prepare for their first days at school or nursery. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241552735 • Author: Beatrix Potter • Publisher: Warne • Format: Hardback • Pages: 16 • Dimensions: 20 x 16.7 x 1.5 cm

Young children will love completing the puzzles in this nature-themed book. As they use the special pen supplied to trace the dotted lines, solve mazes, spot differences and join numbered dots, they will also be practising vital early-learning skills such as counting, observing and pen control. Then they can wipe the pages clean and do them again. Product Information:  • ISBN: 9781801319188 • Author: Kirsteen Robson • Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 24 • Dimensions: 27.6 x 21.6cm

Octopus has eight twisty tentacles and he loves using them to tickle the fish. But when one day Octopus tickles Oyster, she drops her precious pearl and it is lost. Will Octopus be able to get it back? A delightful read that is sure to bring a smile to story time.  Product Information: • ISBN: 9781848695047 • Author: Ruth Galloway • Publisher: Little Tiger Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 26.5 x 0.4 x 23cm 

Handa puts seven delicious fruits in a basket to take to her friend, Akeyo. Which fruit will Akeyo like best, she wonders - the yellow banana, the sweet guava, the juicy orange, the ripe mango, the spiky pineapple, the creamy avocado, or the tangy passion fruit? As Handa makes the long walk to the next village, carrying the basket on her head, a monkey, ostrich, zebra, elephant, giraffe, antelope, and parrot steal her fruits, one by one. But little do they know that Handa has an even bigger surprise in store! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780744536348 • Author: Eileen Browne • Publisher: Walker Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 21.5 x 26 x 0.3cm

Mouse's new house seems perfect, with just enough room for his things. But who's that growling by the piano? And who's that snapping in the bathtub? And who's that sliding down the banister? Soon, the house is bursting at the seams. Packed full of surprises, this funny tale about unexpected friendships will delight small children, as they discover the tiger, crocodile and bear hidden in Mouse’s house. Product Information: ISBN: 9781788810418 Author: Tracey Coderoy Publisher: Little Tiger Format: Paperback Dimensions: 28 x 24.5 x 0.5cm

The animals in Emily’s jungle wallpaper can’t sleep, and they are bellowing and stomping and growling and keeping her awake! “Go to sleep!” shouts Emily. “We’ve tried and tried, but can’t!” says the tiger. So Emily climbs into the wallpaper and shows the animals how to get ready for bed. Only baths and lullabies aren’t quite the same in the jungle…! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781848691865 • Author: Timothy Knapman, Laura Hughes • Publisher: Little Tiger Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 28 x 24.5 x 0.4cm

Mrs. Large isn’t feeling well, so Mr. Large sends her back to bed. "I’ll take charge," he says. So while he and the children get busy vacuuming, dusting, and tidying, Mrs. Large settles down for a nice rest. But somehow ("I want my mommy!") Mrs. Large’s restful day is not as restful as she’d hoped. Wise moms, well-meaning dads, and their spirited offspring will all laugh in recognition at this droll, expressively illustrated story.A fantastic family story from the bestselling 'Large Family' series. A brilliant read for children and parents.Product Information:• ISBN: 9781406300741• Author: Jill Murphy• Publisher: Walker Books• Format: Paperback• Pages: 32• Dimensions: 21.6 x 25.6 x 0.4cm

A sweet and charmingly illustrated picture book about the ways we express love. "I love you," Dimitri tells everyone, from his friends at nursery to the big tree in the playground. But why does no one say it back? Dimitri worries no one loves him – until he finds out there are lots of different ways love can spread through the world. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529504637 • Author: Jane Porter, Maisie Paradise Shearring • Publisher: Walker Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 28.3 x 0.4 x 23.7 cm

Why do we need bees? How do they make honey? And who's who in a beehive? Children can find the answers to these questions and many more in this informative lift-the-flap book. With colourful illustrations, simple text and chunky flaps to lift. Young children can discover lots of amazing facts about bees and why they need our help. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781474917933 • Author: Katie Daynes • Publisher: Usborne • Format: Hardback • Dimensions: 22.5 x 20 x 1.5cm

One morning, Elmer hears an “Oh no!” Looking round, he spots Super El who’s in need of Elmer’s help. He must get to Aunt Zelda without any of the other animals seeing him and, as usual, it’s up to Elmer to come up with a cunning plan! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839136191 • Author: David McKee • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 27 • Dimensions: 23.5 x 20.5 x 0.3cm

When Pip the mouse learns that the moon is made of stinky cheese, he has a big idea - he's going to be an Astromouse! Pip makes himself a rocket out of an old funnel and some cardboard, and prepares for take-off. But blasting to the moon is harder than he thought and things don't go quite to plan. On his way home Pip sees a huge reflection of the moon in a pond. The moon has come to him! As he reaches down to break off a piece of stinky cheese, the eyes of a large frog appear and a frightened Pip runs all the way back home. Product Information:• ISBN: 9780711246553• Author: Steve Smallman• Publisher: New Burlington• Format: Paperback• Pages: 32• Dimensions: 27.5 x 25.5 x 0.5cm

Early learning made fun for your little genius! Packed with skill-building activities to set your child up for the best experience at school, this 123 Fun pad includes recognising numerals and number names, comparing quantities, counting and tracing shapes. The best foundation to building your child's confidence with numbers! They will also love the encouragement of the reward stickers, and enjoy the colouring-in and fun illustrations throughout. •    Includes activities for recognising numerals and number names, comparing quantities, counting and tracing shapes. •    Features key early numeracy concepts and skills to kickstart your child's education. •    Fun pictures and colouring throughout, as well as a sheet of reward stickers to track your child's learning and encourage their progress. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780655226253 • Author: Lake Press Pty Ltd • Publisher: Lake Press Pty Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 48 • Dimensions: 32.3 x 20.8 cm

Two monsters react in a deplorably recognisable and unwelcoming way when a strange third monster arrives in their idyll by the sea. The alien says that his homeland was destroyed by an earthquake, and he needs a place to live - and he offers to make himself useful to them if the two monsters let him stay. Having originally told him to go, they rethink, and make him do lots of necessary land clearing that they had been too lazy to do themselves. Once he has done it, the horrible pair do tell him to go, and then watch in amazement as he dances back to his boat. The clever stranger has built himself his own personal little island with the earth and plants they told him to clear away. Product Information:  • ISBN: 9781839135378 • Author: David Mckee • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions:  20 x 0.3 x 23.1

Do you need cuddles, cheer up hugs or snuggle times to share? Then Cuddle Bear is made for you - A hug-you-happy Bear! From Claire Freedman (author of Aliens Love Underpants) comes Cuddle Bear - an unforgettable hero who loves to cuddle everyone! A gorgeous story that's beautifully illustrated, this delightful picture book is perfect for snuggling up with together at bedtime. Product Information: ISBN: 9781788817967 Author: Claire Freedman Publisher: Little Tiger Press Format: Paperback Pages: 32 Dimensions: 26 x 26 x 0.4cm

Oh no! It's the Spring Party today!  The animals tiptoe past with party cakes and wobbling plates until SOMEONE makes a VERY loud noise...  Uh-oh!  Have they woken the bear? Product Information: ISBN: 9781848697546 Author: Steve Smallman Publisher: Little Tiger Press Format: Paperback Pages: 32 Dimensions: 27.9 x 26 x 0.2cm

Introducing Can I Have a Hug, a sweet story to help children deal with separation. Stu Fluster is the kid brother of Frettie Fluster, the Worry Monster Expert. Stus best friend Sam is moving away, and Stu wants to know when he can hug him again. Frettie and Stu write to the worry monsters, who show them that there are plenty of different ways to get the warm, fuzzy feeling of a hug! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781800584044 • Author: Rosie Greening, Lara Ede • Publisher: Make Believe Ideas • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 26.5 x 26 x 0.4 cm

A Wipe Clean Learning Book from Roger Priddy, Wipe Clean Workbook First Grammar introduces young learners to essential grammar skills for Key Stage 1. With twenty-six pages full of activities, this spiral-bound interactive workbook will help children aged 5 and over feel confident at school. This series makes early learning fun for KS1 children and the exercises inside encourage the development of many first skills such as pen control, hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and drawing. Children can build their literacy skills with this workbook packed with tracing, writing and drawing activities that focus on grammar and punctuation. There’s even a page dedicated to common grammar mistakes for kids to avoid. The book also features a mix of illustrations and photographs of familiar everyday objects, and a friendly blackbird character to provide prompts and support whilst children work through the book. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781783415571 • Author: Priddy Books & Roger Priddy • Publisher: Macmillan Distribution Limited • Pages: 26 • Format: Paperback • Dimensions: 28.1 x 22.9 x 2 cm

Teaching your child how to hold and use a pen is a key skill that you can encourage with this wipe-clean workbook. On each page there is a simple activity to do, and the exercises build in complexity throughout the book.  With bright images to engage and encourage, this early-learning workbook will support your child as they prepare for school. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781783416011 • Author: Priddy Books & Roger Priddy • Publisher: Macmillan Distribution Limited • Pages: 26 • Format: Paperback • Dimensions: 28.2 x 22.8 x 1.8 cm

Are you a bear considering keeping your very own bees? Can't get enough of delicious honey? Then this is the book for you! With invaluable tips such as how to make a tiny crown for your queen bee, you can become a master beekeeper in no time! Learn how to care for your new buzzy friends in easy-to-follow steps - but don't forget to absolutely never hug the bees. Product Information:  • ISBN: 9781839135255 • Author: Pip Cornell  • Publisher: Andersen Press  • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 24.6 x 0.8 x 28.7cm

For brave explorers and fearless bear-hunters, enjoy this chant-along children’s classic!We're going on a bear hunt. We're going to catch a big one. Will you come too? For a quarter of a century, readers have been swishy-swashying and splash-sploshing through this award-winning favourite. Follow and join in the family's excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river and squelch through the mud in search of a bear. What surprise awaits them in the cave on the other side of the dark forest? Michael Rosen’s timeless classic, lovingly illustrated by Helen Oxenbury, is nearing its thirtieth anniversary. Having first appeared in print in 1989, it has since become an essential feature on any child’s first bookcase. Product Information:• ISBN: 9781406375947• Format: Paperback• Author: Michael Rosen• Pages: 36• Dimensions: 19.7 x 12.7 x 2.1cm