Picture Books

An inspirational story of a boy who loved the stars so much, he decided to catch one of his very own. The beautifully illustrated, original debut picture book from shining talent, Oliver Jeffers. There once was a boy who loved stars so much that he wished he had one of his very own. Every night he watched the stars in the sky from his bedroom window and dreamed of how he could be their friend and how they could play hide-and-go-seek together. So, one day, he decided to set about catching a star of his very own!

'Hurry scurry, flip flop, toddle waddle' There's a hullabaloo at the seaside when a toddler takes his friends on a stroll to the end of the pier. Follow-my-leader has never been so much fun. Another delightful picture book from Julia Donaldson, with colourful illustrations by Nick Sharratt.

One hot summer in Itching Down, Four million wasps flew into town. The poor townspeople try everything, but it soon seems as though the menacing swarm will completely overrun Itching Down. That is until the baker comes up with an extraordinary plan to rid the town of wasps, once and for all...

Every night, one little girl takes her teddy to bed with her. But tonight it's stormy outside and Teddy wants his friend Spotty Leopard to cuddle. Ages 2+ years.

A mischievous little girl and her toy monkey swing irresistibly through the pages of this playful book. Young children will love guessing what animal they are pretending to be, before shouting out the answers as the pages are turned to reveal the real creatures. Soon everyone will be waddling like a penguin, jumping like a kangaroo and hanging upside down like a bat!

You're officially invited to the Grand Opening of Fancy Nancy's Fabulous Fashion Boutique! Welcome to Fancy Nancy's Fabulous Fashion Boutique! Here you can find the fanciest almost-new outfits, accessories, jewellery, and lots more. There's even a necklace with real rhinestones for sale. Ooh la la! The fashion boutique is a huge success, but it's also Nancy's little sister's birthday. And when it starts to rain, her birthday party might be ruined! Nancy knows she has to come up with an idea -- a brilliant one -- and fast. In... read more

A wonderfully noisy picture book, featuring brand new characters, from the creator of the bestselling The Duck in the Truck.While Farmer Dougal sleeps, Sheep and his friends board the tractor and take turns making engine sounds. But what if their loud honks, moos and squeaks wake the farmer!? Children will love copying animal noises in this joyful story about the power of imaginary play.

The farmyard is full of very noisy animals and one quiet ladybird. When Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len hatch a cunning plot to steal the fine prize cow, it's this tiniest, quietest creature who saves the day. Spot the glittery ladybird on every page of this wonderful rhyming tale. Julia Donaldson is the author of The Gruffalo.

This is a modern picture-book classic - there's never a dull moment with the Large family! One morning Mrs Large, needing some peace and quiet away from her boisterous children, decides to take refuge in the bathroom. She fills herself a foamy bubble-bath and takes in a tray of her favourite breakfast...but finds her peace is to be very short-lived! It is the winner of the Best Books for Babies Award. "The Large Family" series has sold nearly four million copies worldwide.

Now available for the first time in picture book format, Richard Scarry's classic title What Do People Do All Day?
Packed with pictures and things to spot on every page, this classic has been refreshed to bring the world of Richard Scarry to a new generation of readers. What do people do all day? Everyone is busy in Busytown - from train drivers to doctors, from mothers to sailors, in police stations and on fire engines. Follow a colourful collection of busy people working through their busy days. Captain Salty and his crew a... read more

Winner of the Children's Book of the Year at the 2005 British Book Awards"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 ignores her father's warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn't really exist... does he?The gorgeous sequel to the modern classic The Gruffalo.

'Knuffle Bunny' goes international! The hilarious and touching final instalment in 'The Knuffle Bunny series' from bestselling, award-winning author Mo Willems. Trixie is growing up! Knuffle Bunny and Trixie are going on a very exciting holiday abroad to visit 'Oma' and 'Opa' in Holland. But when they finally get there, Trixie can't find her best friend Knuffle Bunny anywhere! With the absence of her beloved fluffy friend, everyone tries their best to help Trixie enjoy the rest of her holiday. Soon, she realizes that maybe sh... read more

Darkness is falling, and everywhere little ones are growing sleepy, feeling cosy, and being tucked into bed. It's time for a wide yawn, a big hug, a snuggle under the covers. Sleep tight! An enchanting picture book for bedtime.

Nancy thinks butterflies are simply exquisite. And that is why she can't wait to go to her friend Bree's Butterfly Birthday. It's going to be the fanciest party ever. But when Nancy finds out she can't go because her grandparents' fiftieth anniversary party is the same day, she is furious. How will she overcome this disappointment? In a glorious twist everybody's favourite fancy girl gets a sparkling lesson in fancy from her own grandparents. Maybe being fancy runs in the family after all!

When the tiny seed is blown away from its parent plant, it travels a very long way. When it lands on fertile earth, the tiny seed grows and grows and grows - becoming the tallest, biggest flower for miles around. Then one day the wind blows and thousands of new tiny seeds begin their own journey.

Barney is having a wonderful time with Grandpa … eating licky, sticky honey, splashing about in his lovely bubbly bath … even bouncing on the bed! Will the two of them ever go to sleep? A fantastic book for any little cub who doesn’t want it to be bedtime ... yet!

Mister Bud is a dog of routine. He has wake up time, nap time, rest time, dinner time and everyone knows to follow his schedule. Then disaster strikes! A stranger comes home at “make a fuss time” and throws everything off. Zorro is a little bossy and Mister Bud wants nothing to do with him. But Mister Bud and Zorro discover they actually like the same things and everything is more fun with a friend to do it with.

Quirky, humorous debut from exciting new artist. This is a simple story with a gentle message about friendship and a cast of engaging characters. Hector dreams of travelling to faraway places. He draws pictures of the amazing sandy beaches and blue skies in his dreams, with one special picture of the car that will take him there. When Hector's friends see his pictures, they decide to build him his car from any bits and bobs they can find. But when the time comes for Hector to leave in his new car, he realises that his adventur... read more

"A lamb for my supper will taste mighty fine!" thought a wily old wolf by the name of Lou Pine as he sneakily, slyly snuck up on the flock - but it wasn't the sheep that were in for a shock.