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Lid up, pants down, bottom on the seat! They mustn’t have toilets in outer space, because this baby Martian keeps going in the wrong place: a bird bath, a bin, an up-turned hat... Perhaps if he masters The Toilet Song, he might learn where to go. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138430 • Author: Jeanne Willis & Hrefna Bragadottir  • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 24 x 24 x 0.5 cm

Mirabelle’s mum is a witch, her dad is a fairy, and she is a bit of both! Mirabelle is having a BAD DAY! Her best friend, Carlotta, can usually make Mirabelle see the funny side but she’s away from school and Mirabelle can’t help feeling a BAD MOOD coming on. When Mirabelle gets home to find her brother has eaten the last chocolate biscuit and is playing with her beloved pet dragon, Mirabelle finally loses her temper, with dramatic consequences for all the family! Will Mirabelle be able to put things right and turn her bad day around before bedtime…? Product Information: • ISBN: 9780192777553 • Author: Harriet Muncaster • Publisher: Oxford University Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 128

A trip to the zoo turns into a very silly discussion about poo, as two siblings wonder what sort of poo each and every creature would do. One day, Daddy Rat announces to his baby rats that he'll be taking them to the zoo . . . but only if they're good, which means no talking about poo! And yet, before the family can even leave the house, the two rascally siblings can't help but wonder . . . what sort of poo would an astronaut do? Shiny, silver, space-age poo! Rocket-powered, weightless poo, and it spins round and round like a planet does, too! Head chefs, balloon sellers, blue whales . . . everyone and everything must have a unique poo, and the siblings simply have to stop and imagine each and every one (much to the chagrin of Daddy Rat, who is getting increasingly irritated with all the poo talk). Once the rats finally reach the zoo, things escalate, because of course each and every animal in the zoo must do a special kind of poo! Finally, Daddy Rat has simply had enough, and is forced to sit down and explain the facts to his curious kids. And when he thinks he may have gotten through to his youngsters, he encounters a surprising (and smelly) twist which will have little rats everywhere laughing out loud! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138447 • Author: Daisy Bird & Marianna Coppo  • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 44

When it begins to bug slug that his mummy doesn’t hug him, he leaves home to find out why. Kitten suggests he should be furrier, so he puts on a woolly hat, while Bird suggests he needs a beak. Soon, Slug has a new look, will his mummy hug him now? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138492 • Author: Jeanne Willis & Tony Ross • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 28

Susan laughs, she sings. she rides, she swings. She gets angry, she gets sad, she is good, she is bad... Told in rhyme, this story follows Susan through a series of familiar activities. She swims with her father, works hard in school, plays with her friends -- and even rides a horse. Lively, thoughtfully drawn illustrations reveal a portrait of a busy, happy little girl with whom younger readers will identify. Not until the end of the story is it revealed that Susan uses a wheelchair. Told with insight, and without sentimentality, here is an inspiring look at one spunky little girl whose physical disability is never seen as a handicap.  Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138508 • Author: Jeanne Willis & Tony Ross • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 27.5 x 24 x 0.3 cm

A small format rhyming book that makes a perfect introduction to the amazing story of Easter for young children. With beautiful illustrations and rhyming text, The Story of Easter is a simple introduction to Jesus’ death and resurrection for young children and adults to read together. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836428879 • Author: Fiona Boon • Publisher: Make Believe Ideas • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 28

What kind of person do you want to be? Kind, smart, thoughtful or wise, the possibilities are endless. Follow all of these amazing bees on their busy day, from their hive to school, on good days and bad days, and learn that being yourself is the best you that you can be . . . and if you believe in yourself, life can be sweeter than honey. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138454 • Author: Smriti Halls & Clare Fennell • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 25 x 25 x 0.4 cm

Join Luna and Finn at the Art Gallery and step inside famous works of art by Van Gogh, Damien Hirst, Henri Matisse, Andy Warhol and many more! Finn doesn't recognise his own family in the art he sees... but maybe all he needs is a good friend. Created by award-winning poet and Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho, this book follows Luna Loves Library Day as a celebration of alternative families and the power of art and friendship.  Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138485 • Author: Joseph Coelho & Fiona Lumbers • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 32

Every night Blue Kangaroo falls fast asleep, cuddled in Lily's arms. But as new toy animals start arriving, Blue Kangaroo worries that there just isn't enough room for him anymore. When he goes missing, Lily looks everywhere for him and it turns out NONE of the other toys means as much to her as her first and favourite Blue Kangaroo. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138157 • Author: Emma Chichester Clark  • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback

Award-winning Smriti Halls presents this heartwarming tale that teaches us that home is always in your heart. What does home mean to you? Home is where you’re known, understood and where you can truly be yourself. But is home a place, or is it a feeling? Following Bear’s journey far from home and back again, you will see that home is not one place, it’s the people who love you. And most importantly, you can hold it with you wherever you go. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138423 • Author: Smriti Halls & Alice Courtley  • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 26 x 26 cm

Delight in this collection of 30 short stories, full of the buzz and excitement of spring! Head off on a sparkling springtime adventure with the world's best-loved storyteller. From the little boy who helps a lamb in trouble to the fairies hidden inside Easter Eggs, excitement and magic are never far away in this collection of stories to read and share. These fun, entertaining tales are ideal for newly confident readers and are the perfect length for reading aloud at bedtime or in the classroom. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781444939330 • Author: Enid Blyton • Publisher: Hachette UK • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 320 • Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.6 x 3 cm

Have you ever met a Problem? They come in all shapes and sizes, and can pop up at the most inconvenient times. But you should know some things about them that will help you make them disappear… This one-of-a-kind picture book will help little ones and grown-ups alike deal with their every day problems, from award-winning children's poet Rachel Rooney and highly acclaimed illustrator Zehra Hicks. For fans of Ed Vere and Kes Gray. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138478 • Author: Rachel Rooney & Zehra Hicks • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 28 • Dimensions: 26 x 25 x 0.3 cm

From magic spells that can't be stopped to fairy parties in the woods at midnight, there's a quick bit of magic for everyone in this collection of five-minute tales by Enid Blyton! These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781444977677 • Author: Enid Blyton • Publisher: Hachette UK • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 320 • Dimensions: 19.69 x 12.7 x 2.16 cm

Get ready to laugh, play, and puzzle your way through the swamp! With Shrek: 101 Jokes, Games and Puzzles, kids aged 7 and up can join Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and all their fairy tale friends for hours of fun. Packed with silly jokes, tricky puzzles, wacky games, and brain-teasing challenges, this book is bursting with ogre-sized entertainment. Perfect for fans of the Shrek movies who love to giggle and get their brains buzzing! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781408375907 • Author: LLC DreamWorks Animation • Publisher: Hachette UK • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 96 • Dimensions: 19.4 x 12.8 x 1.4 cm

Search for swords, armour, ingots and a whole lot more in this packed LEGO® Minecraft® search and find sticker activity book. Build your Steve minifigure and arm him with his sword before joining him on a dangerous quest for a netherite sword. Explore the Overworld, the Nether, the End and other cool LEGO Minecraft scenes as you journey through the book. Search through the packed scenes, complete the fun puzzles and use the stickers provided to help Steve on his mission! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781837251568 • Author: LEGO • Publisher: Michael O'Mara • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 28.8 x 20.5 x 0.4 cm

Adoette lived to be 100 years old. Just imagine all the things she saw! She lived on the same street all her life, but one day, people decided it would be best if she would go... Award-winning and best-selling author-illustrator Lydia Monks, illustrator of franchise What the Ladybird Heard, beautifully tells the tale of the life of one tree, from a young sapling to a mighty oak, becoming the beating heart of the community she lived in, right up until the day they cut her down. But there's hope, when one little girl takes one of her acorns to plant in the community garden. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138126 • Author: Lydia Monks  • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 32

A big sister learns that although her baby brother can be VERY annoying and there are lots of things that he can’t do yet, he’s still the best, BEST baby that a sister ever had! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138096 • Author: Georgie Birkett & Anthea Simmons • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 32

It's time to sticker and play with Stitch, Angel and all their friends! Packed full of colouring, activities, amazing stickers and a MASSIVE 3D bubble sticker of your favourite alien, fans of Stitch will have hours of fun! With mazes to complete, search-and-find to discover, scenes to colour in, and puzzles to solve, there is endless excitement inside the pages of this book! Each activity is designed to keep toddlers and young children engaged, making it the perfect screen-free play time activity. Lightweight and easy to pack, this Stitch sticker book is perfect for keeping kids happily occupied at home, in the car, or on holiday. It makes a wonderful gift for birthdays, party bags, or just as a special surprise! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836509141 • Author: Walt Disney • Publisher: Igloo Books Ltd • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 32

Short cats, tall cats, careful-not-to-fall cats. Itchy cats and scratchy cats - can you see the matching cats? Spot the miles and miles of cats jam-packed into this chunky, gifty feline picture book! Can you spot yours? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138102 • Author: Nicola Kent • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 28

An amazing reversible picture book that celebrates community and acceptance with artwork from award-winning artist Marion Deuchars. Choose to read from the perspective of the Spots or the Dots by turning this picture book upside down. Find the similarities in others and celebrate their differences. The Spots live on one side of the hill. The Dots live on the other. Both are fearful and suspicious of the other, but are they really all that different? When a young Spot and a young Dot meet at the top of the hill, they are about to find out... Flip the book upside down and choose whether to read from the perspective of the Spots or the Dots, right up until the middle, where the two communities collide. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138201 • Author: Helen Baugh & Marion Deuchars • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 32