Picture Books

Celebrate Elmer’s 30th Birthday with this much-loved picture book that shows children that it is OK to be different!  Elmer is different. Elmer is patchwork. The grey elephants all love him, but he soon starts to wonder what it would be like to be just the same as them... Deservedly a modern classic, with over ten million copies of his books sold worldwide. Full of colour, wisdom and pathos, little readers will love this classic tale at bedtime.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781842707319 • Author:  David McKee • Publisher:  Andersen Press; 12th edition • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  23.98 x 0.36 x 27.58 cm

Discover the wackiest facts about animals and their wee - and the scintillating science behind it! Welcome to the weird world of animal wee! Find out which animals are the fastest at peeing, which animals don't actually pee and how animal wee can save the planet! Impress friends with "would you wee-lieve it?" wacky animal wee facts and discover the fascinating science behind animal wee, with Paul Mason's highly accessible and entertaining text.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781526309730 • Author: Paul Mason • Publisher:  Hachette Children's Group • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  24 x 23.9 x 1.3 cm

A timeless classic about Sophie and her extraordinary teatime guest, a story that is enjoyed and beloved by generations of children! Now an award-winning animation. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don't expect to see at the door is a big furry, stripy tiger! This warm and funny picture book story is perfect for reading aloud, or for small children to read to themselves time and again.  The magic begins at teatime!  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780007215997 • Author:  Judith Kerr • Publisher:  Harper Collins Children’s Books • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  28 x 0.4 x 22 cm

Billy Goat and his best friend Cyril are messing about with the farmer's mobile phone, taking selfies and playing games... until they discover the number for a troll. Grandpa Gruff says all trolls are bad, so Billy and Cyril decide to get their own back by sending mean messages. After all, trolls really do stink! Don't they? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781783445691 • Author: Jeanne Willis • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 27.94 x 23.88 x 1.02cm

Meet Tiddler - A tiny fish with a BIG imagination… Read all about Tiddler’s tales, enjoy the detailed illustrations by Axel Scheffler and join Tiddler’s under-the-sea fun! This funny and fabulous rhyming picture book is perfect for all children.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781407170756 • Author:  Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler • Publisher:  Alison Green Books • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  2.5 x 0.4 x 2.8 cm

Space adventures, togetherness and love are at the heart of this delightful story! The red Smeds never mix with the blue Smoos…so what happens when young Smed and Smoo fall in love? With fabulous rhymes and gorgeous illustrations, this picture book is literally out of this world!  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781407196657 • Author:  Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler • Publisher:  Scholastic • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  29.1 x 1.1 x 25.3 cm

The Mr Men and Little Miss are celebrating Eid! The Eid al-Fitr festival is celebrated by millions of people across the world and the Mr Men and Little Miss can't wait to join in. At the end of Ramadan, there will be a wonderful celebration with a huge feast and lots of presents. The perfect opportunity for Little Miss Splendid to wear her most splendid hat and for Mr Greedy to wear his biggest napkin!  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780755504077 • Author:   Roger Hargreaves & Adam Hargreaves • Publisher:  HarperCollins Publishers • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  25 x 23 x 0.7 cm

George wished he wasn't the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it's time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes. Now he's the smartest giant in town . . . until he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help – and his clothes! Product information: ISBN: 9781509812530 Author: Julia Donaldson Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books Format: Paperback Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 26 x 21 x 0.3 cm

Look, learn and share words about animals with this fun first-word book for toddlers. Every double-page spread has a different theme relating to the animal kingdom, packed with words and illustrations to discover and talk about. Fun questions are scattered around the pages to encourage inquisitive toddlers to interact with the book.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781789895070 • Author:  Jordan Wray • Publisher:  Miles Kelly • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  24 • Dimensions:  28 x 24.5 x 0.4 cm

Ordinary days are EXTRAordinary when daddy is around. He brings stories to life, has superhuman strength, and he teaches me I can do ANYTHING. I love you, Daddy! A playful tribute to dads everywhere. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781801041751 • Author: Becky Davies & Dan Taylor • Publisher: Little Tiger Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 16 • Dimensions: 25.9 x 26.1 x 0.3cm

What’s that creeping through the crooked creek? Is it a crocodile? Eek! Watch out, Mouse! Spot the hidden crocodiles in this fabulously fun romp. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781788813990 • Author: Jonny Lambert  • Publisher: Little Tiger Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 24.5 x 28 x 0.4cm

George is going on a long train journey with Peppa, Daddy Pig and Mummy Pig. Board the train and follow George on his exciting train ride in this super fun book! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241308271 • Author: Neville Astley • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24

Join Peter and friends on a fun-filled treasure hunt! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241692202 • Author: Beatrix Potter • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Paperback

Are you looking for happiness? Sometimes it can feel far away, and sometimes you might have so much you can't help but share. You can try to chase it, control it or capture it, but even if it seems like it's gone for a while, you'll know it's never far away... This is the second of Eva Eland's picture books that helps little ones deal with big emotions, following Sadness. Start on your journey with happiness... who knows where it could take you? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138171 • Author: Eva Eland • Publisher: Andersen Press FOB • Format: Paperback • Pages: 28 • Dimensions: 24 x 21.6 x 0.5 cm

It was Boa’s birthday. It was going to be the best one ever. Or so he hoped. A hilarious tale to encourage young children to accept presents gracefully, from the award-winning team of Jeanne Willis and Tony Ross. ​​​​​​​Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839138362 • Author: Jeanne Willis • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 28 • Dimensions: 23.8 x 20.4 cm

Duggee has to deliver a special parcel, but who could it be for? The Squirrels will have to sail down the river to find out! Hey Duggee is a BAFTA and Emmy award-winning animation about an adorable dog and his band of Squirrels. Featuring the voice of comedian and presenter Alexander Armstrong, this warm and hilarious preschool CBeebies show encourages children to get out and about and be active. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241674536 • Author: Hey Duggee • Publisher: Penguin Random House Childrens • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24 • Dimensions: 20.3 x 20.3cm

This stunning book celebrates the joyful times spent with a little one, and how these precious memories strengthen the foundations of a happy, healthy child.  With stunning illustrations by Frances Ives and a lovely, lyrical text.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781801040792 • Author: Stephanie Stansbie • Publisher:  Little Tiger Press • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  25 • Dimensions:  24 x 25.9 x 0.8 cm 

Growing up is an adventure-and sometimes even the bravest young adventurers need a little help! The First Steps series is a great way to prepare children for change and reinforce good habits as they acquire new key life skills. Each book is written with patience, sensitivity and expertise, and perfectly crafted to engage, educate, and inspire. In I Don't Need a Dummy, kids can join Diego the dinosaur as he learns how to leave his dummy behind, without tears or tantrums! In following Diego's story, children can learn why they don't need their dummy and help them feel more confident about giving it up. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781398862821 • Author: Claire Philip & Yenna Mariana • Publisher: Arcturus Publishing • Format: Paperback

Enjoy this bundle of ten classic Elmer picture books. Includes: • Elmer • Elmer and Wilbur • Elmer and Butterfly • Elmer and the Rainbow • Elmer on Stilts • Elmer’s Birthday • Elmer’s Walk • Elmer and Grandpa Eldo • Elmer and the Bedtime Story • Elmer and Super El Product Information: • ISBN: 9781839136214 • Author: David McKee • Publisher: Andersen Press • Format: Book Bundle • Number of Books: 10

Oliver knows that his bubbles are magic. They take him on amazing journeys to faraway places. But all of a sudden, the bubbles lose their power... Was the magic really inside Oliver all along?  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781838915889 • Author: Isabel Otter  • Publisher:  Caterpillar Books • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:   28.1 x 0.9 x 23.2 cm