Picture Books
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Bring story time to life with children's picture books from The Works. Explore colourful stories packed with memorable characters, gentle humour and big adventures, alongside first-word books and familiar favourites for younger readers. Whether you're choosing a bedtime story, a new family favourite or a book to help build confidence with reading, our range has plenty to discover in store.
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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
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
Celebrate the precious bond between family with this sweet picture book. Little ones will delight at the beautiful artwork as they follow the lovable characters on their exciting adventures. With fun, rhyming text and illustrations full of character, Just One More Hug is the perfect book for sharing and reading together. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781787725935 • Author: Izzy Down • Publisher: Bookoli Limited • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24 • Dimensions: 24 x 24 x 0.3 cm
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
A fantastic new picture book about Bing learning how to play football! Bing, Sula and Pando are playing football in the garden, learning how to do little kicks and BIG kicks. But who can kick the ball the furthest? This is the perfect Bing picture book to get little ones interested in football! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008497774 • Author: HarperCollins Children’s Books • Publisher: HarperCollins Children’s Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 25.9 x 0.2 x 26.5 cm
Meet Elepop, the magical baby elephant who blows rainbow bubbles from her trunk! Her new owner, Princess Ivy, is the BIGGEST overthinker. So when Ivy and Elepop are invited to Twinkleton's Magical Pet Parade, Princess Ivy immediately starts to fret about everything that could go wrong. And when Ivy starts to worry, something very strange begins to happen to Elepop's bubbles . . . Product Information: • ISBN: 9781444966480 • Author: Matilda Rose • Publisher: Hodder Children’s Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 24.6 x 1.4 x 24.6cm
The Snowman flies again in the follow-up to the Christmas classic. Billy and his mum have moved into a new house, but Billy isn't very full of Christmas cheer, as his beloved old dog has passed away. So when the snow falls and Billy starts to build a Snowman, he knows exactly what to do- he builds a Snowdog too! Later that night, something magical happens, taking Billy on the most wonderful Christmas adventure. The Snowman is the perfect festive read for ALL the family! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241491560 • Author: Raymond Briggs • Publisher: Puffin • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 28.5 x 23.29 x 0.43 cm
Little Rabbit has made a wonderful snowman. He doesn't wat to leave him! "He is just a snowman", says Daddy. "He isn't real." But when Little Rabbit gets lost in the snow, a soft light sparkles through the trees and a very special friend appears to take him on a magical journey home... Product Information: • ISBN: 9781848694897 • Author: Catherine Walters and Alison Edgson • Publisher: Little Tiger Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 28 cm x 24 cm
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
The Gruffalo said that no Gruffalo should ever set foot in the deep dark wood. But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo's child disobeys her father's warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn't really exist . . . does he? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781509804764 • Author: Julia Donaldson • Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24 • Dimensions: 15.4 x 2 x 19.2 cm
Frog has been asleep all winter and now he is on his way back home. But, when he gets there, what does he see - a huge pond monster with enormous claws. Will Frog ever be able to swim in his pond again? And will he and his friends find out who the pond monster really is? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781788814577 • Author: M. Christina Butler • Publisher: Little Tiger Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 27.7 x 24.6 x 0.4cm
This very special Mr Men book is the perfect gift for Father's Day. The Mr Men will help you show your daddy just how much he means to you. From terrific tickles and funny faces which brighten your day, to strong arms when you're feeling tired, daddies are funny, silly, strong and cool - lots of the Mr Men rolled into one! Children can also add their own words to the story to make it a really personal gift. The perfect book for your daddy's birthday, a new father, Father's Day, or for giving and sharing any time you want to say I love you, too. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781405297813 • Author: Roger Hargreaves & Adam Hargreaves • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 25 x 23 x 0.7 cm
A sweet story about hope and happiness, perfect for any time of the year! Let's paint a rainbow together! From yellow for happiness to purple for sadness, each colour shows a different way we can feel. So, whether your day is sunny, messy, exciting, or a little bit scary, this joyful book is the perfect way to share hope with everyone around you. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781800225756 • Author: Igloo Books • Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24 • Dimensions: 25 x 25 x 0.3 cm
Little Brother wants to join in the fun with his sibling, but Big Brother won’t let him play. “Fetch me a Snappenpoop!” says Big Brother. “Then you can play . . .” But everybody knows there’s no such thing as a Snappenpoop . . . or IS there? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781848691889 • Author: Jeanie Williams • Publisher: Little Tiger Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 28 x 21 x 0.4cm
Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo! This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. No home should be without The Gruffalo! Product information: • ISBN: 9781509804757 • Author: Julia Donaldson • Publisher: Pan Macmillan • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 28 x 22.5 x 0.5 cm
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
Travel through the seasons with Polar Bear and Cub as they discover the world and the wonders within it. Although snow melts and leaves turn golden, Cub learns that a parent's love will never change. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781848696846 • Author: Owen Hart • Publisher: Little Tiger Press • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 25 x 0.9 x 28.6 cm
