Child’s Play · 978-1-904550-00-6 F000 Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear 978-1-904550-01-3 F001 Baa Baa, Black Sheep 978-1-904550-02-0 F002 Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star 978-1-904550-03-7

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Children’s Books and Games

Child’s Play®

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Songs and Rhymes

Singing songs and rhymes is the perfect way to bond with your baby and share quality time. It also aids language development by introducing them to the natural sounds and patterns of speech.

Combining these with actions also stimulates the brain and helps muscle development and coordination.

Ten Little FingersShortlisted for Booktrust Early Years Award 2004

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes…Winner of Sainsbury’s Baby Book Award 2002

Winners of Practical Pre-SchoolGold Award 2004

978-1-84643-119-7 H119 Wee Willie Winkie

978-1-84643-120-3 H120 This Little Piggy

978-1-84643-121-0 H121 Hey Diddle Diddle

978-1-84643-122-7 H122 I’m a Little Teapot

978-1-84643-338-2 H338 Pat-a-Cake

978-1-84643-339-9 H339 Humpty Dumpty

978-1-84643-340-5 H340 Pussy Cat, Pussy Cat

978-1-84643-341-2 H341 Hop a Little, Jump a Little! NEW!

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Baby Board Books Annie Kubler

978-0-85953-728-5 B728 Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes

978-0-85953-846-6 B846 If You’re Happy and You Know It

978-0-85953-610-3 B610 Ten Little Fingers

978-0-85953-626-4 B626 Dingle Dangle Scarecrow

978-0-85953-628-8 B628 Ring-a-Ring o’ Roses

978-0-85953-658-5 B658 Row, Row, Row Your Boat

This award-winning series has been specifically designed for babies. A great introduction to books through well-known nursery songs.

Two Little Hands Illustrated by Kay Widdowson

All babies love singing and clapping, and these novel, hand-shaped books are full of noisy clapping rhymes, ensuring lots of fun and laughter. Tap the ‘clackers’ together to make a clapping sound.

978-1-84643-185-2 H185 Clap Your Hands978-1-84643-186-9 H186 Give a Little Clap

12 pages 160 x 160mm 0-2 years $12.95 each


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Songs and Rhymes

Touch is a baby’s first language… Designed to stimulate the senses, and based on research into the benefits of baby exercise and massage, these books encourage interaction between parent and baby.

Featuring cuddling, exercise, movement and massage to strengthen the baby/parent bond, helping to build a sense of security and confidence. Whatever mood you want to create, be it calming or active, these books will provide inspiration.

978-1-84643-130-2 H130 Touch & Tickle978-1-84643-131-9 H131 Bounce & Jiggle978-1-84643-132-6 H132 Wiggle & Move978-1-84643-133-3 H133 Calm & Soothe

12 pages 210 x 210mm from birth $14.95 each

Peek-a-Boo Shortlisted for Booktrust Early Years Award 2006

Compilations of songs, rhymes and games for parents and children to enjoy together. The interactive text encourages movement, actions, noise and laughter, contributing to lasting memories of shared times.

Baby Gym Illustrated by Sanja Re˘˘scek

Nursery Time Annie Kubler978-1-904550-81-5 F081 See-Saw! Nursery Songs

978-1-904550-82-2 F082 Pat-a-Cake! Nursery Rhymes

978-1-904550-83-9 F083 Peek-a-Boo! Nursery Games

12 page 268 x 268mm 0-3 years $17.95 each

Finger Puppet Nursery Rhymes Annie Kubler

Five fantastic finger puppets bring these popular rhymes to life. What could be more enjoyable than spending time with your child, sharing songs and rhymes together? Young children love nursery rhymes and finger puppets, so this book is sure to be a winner!

The finger puppets allow children to interact with the rhymes whilst developing motor skills. Includes Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star; Hickory Dickory Dock; Baa Baa Black Sheep; Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear and Incey Wincey Spider.

Winner of Practical Pre-School Bronze Award 2008

978-1-84643-127-2 H127 Finger Puppet Nursery Rhymes $29.95978-1-84643-260-6 H260 Finger Puppet Nursery Rhymes + CD $34.95822162-00116-5 D116 Finger Puppet Nursery Rhymes CD $7.95

12 pages 268 x 268mm 1-4 years

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By introducing babies to simple signs at an early age, we can enable them to communicate their emotions and their needs. Babies are able to coordinate and control their hand muscles much earlier than their speech muscles, meaning they can produce recognisable signs from as young as seven months. This ability to communicate not only

reduces frustration for babies and their parents / carers, but it also helps their language development.

These signing guides introduce signs for a variety of everyday activities, from getting up in the morning to going to the park. Make signing a natural part of your everyday communication.

978-1-904550-77-8 F077 Getting Ready978-1-904550-78-5 F078 Meal Time978-1-904550-79-2 F079 Play Time978-1-904550-80-8 F080 Going Out

Winners of Practical Pre-School Bronze Award 2006 12 pages 210 x 210mm 1-4 years $14.95 each

Sign About Illustrated by Anthony Lewis

This signing guide contains forty-eight animal signs with clear instructions. Ideal for sharing. Babies and toddlers are illustrated using the signs for a range of domestic, wild and exotic animals, as well as mini-beasts and birds. A helpful signing tip is given at the bottom of each page.

Winner of Practical Pre-School Bronze Award 2006

978-1-904550-76-1 F076 My First Animal Signs14 pages 268 x 268mm 6-36 months $17.95

This first signing guide for hearing and hearing-impaired children contains over forty key signs. Designed for parents and carers to share with babies, with its simple and clear instructions and endearing illustrations, this book is an ideal introduction to signing. A helpful tip is given at the bottom of each page to help beginners get started. Makaton compatible.

Winner of Practical Pre-School Silver Award 2004

978-1-904550-04-4 F004 My First Signs12 pages 268 x 268mm 6-36 months $17.95

My First SignsIllustrated by Annie Kubler

My First Animal Signs Illustrated by Anthony Lewis

Baby Signing Board Books

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Add to the fun of signing by singing well-known nursery rhymes and songs. Even proficient speakers will long enjoy signing to a favourite song or rhyme. Simple and clear signing instructions allow anyone to join in.

Baby Signing Board Books

12 pages 190 x 190mm 6-36 months $12.95 each

978-1-904550-00-6 F000 Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear978-1-904550-01-3 F001 Baa Baa, Black Sheep978-1-904550-02-0 F002 Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star978-1-904550-03-7 F003 Incey Wincey Spider

Winners of Practical Pre-School Silver Award 2004


More favourite nursery rhymes and songs, with babies signing and miming along. Developed with the support of Lancashire C. C. Early Years & Childcare Service, and SureStart Resources Ltd, as part of their ‘Sing, Sign & Rhyme’ series, these books encourage actions through mime and signs.


Sign & Singalong Illustrated by Annie Kubler

Hands-On Songs Illustrated by Anthony Lewis

978-1-84643-170-8 H170 Humpty Dumpty978-1-84643-171-5 H171 Old Macdonald978-1-84643-172-2 H172 Jack and Jill978-1-84643-173-9 H173 Wheels on the Bus

978-1-84643-174-6 H174 Five Little Ducks978-1-84643-175-3 H175 Five Little Speckled Frogs978-1-84643-176-0 H176 Miss Polly had a Dolly978-1-84643-177-7 H177 Wind the Bobbin Up

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Baby Board Books

978-1-84643-040-4 H040 Float and Flutter978-1-84643-041-1 H041 Up and Away978-1-84643-042-8 H042 Dart and Dive

12 pages 190 x 190mm From birth $12.95 each

Babies will love blowing and watching the fascinating mobiles in these enchanting concertina books. Blowing helps babies to develop control over breathing and the muscles used in speech, aiding early language development.

Baby Breezes Illustrated by Hannah Wood, based on a concept by Anna Nilsen


Mockingbird SongMany of you will have heard the traditional ‘Mockingbird’ lullaby. What you won’t have heard, however, is Carol Thompson’s modern retelling of this classic. This beautifully illustrated song celebrates the unconditional love and warmth that surrounds a child.

SnugWhat makes you feel snug? Is it being curled up in a blanket? Feeling safe in your cosy bed? Being at home? Or being given a hug? This delightful book celebrates the many ways we can enjoy feeling cosy, warm and loved, ending with the nicest way of all!

Come to me, My ChickadeeA beautifully illustrated collection of the special pet names we give to the little-ones we love. Gathered from many different languages and cultures around the world, both familiar and exotic, these charming terms of endearment have been woven into a tender text everyone will want to share!

Noo-NoosEvery baby’s noo-noo is different, but they are all just as special! Find out what makes them unique, and why babies love them. With a high emotional content reflecting a child’s own life and experiences, this is perfect for sharing during a special quiet time.

978-1-84643-446-4 H446 Mockingbird Song978-1-84643-373-3 H373 Snug!978-1-84643-188-3 H188 Come to me, My Chickadee!978-1-84643-187-6 H187 Noo-Noos

32 pages 265 x 265mm 0-2 years $17.95

First Picture Books Carol Thompson

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Baby Board Books

Just Like Me! / Just Like Us! Illustrated by Jess StockhamBabies will love lifting the flaps in these award-winning board books to find out all about themselves. Just Like Me! focuses on different aspects of babies’ feelings, features, abilities and tastes, while Just Like Us! looks at friendship, play, relaxation and cooperation. These fabulous books encourage interaction and discussion and are designed to support the Personal, Social and Emotional Development strand. 12 pages 150 x 150mm 0-2 years $12.95 each

The Best Things Annie KublerBrilliant board books for babies about the best things in their lives. Full of familiar scenes and fun words to encourage lively chatter.

978-0-85953-898-5 B898 Happy978-0-85953-899-2 B899 Busy


Winners of Right Start Gold Award 2003

Winners of Practical Pre-School Gold Award 2007 Winner of Baby Book Award Booktrust Early Years Awards 2007

Small Senses Illustrated by Annie Kubler

Sturdy board books for toddlers that will survive plenty of love. Exploring the senses of touch, taste, smell, hearing and sight, these titles feature charming illustrations of familiar scenes and stimulating text to encourage lively chatter.

978-1-84643-374-0 H374 What Can I Feel?978-1-84643-375-7 H375 What Can I Taste?978-1-84643-376-4 H376 What Can I Smell?978-1-84643-377-1 H377 What Can I Hear?978-1-84643-378-8 H378 What Can I See?

12 pages 160 x 160mm 0-2 years $7.95

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Just Like Me!978-1-84643-046-6 H046 Tucking In!978-1-84643-047-3 H047 Looking Good!978-1-84643-048-0 H048 Feeling Great!978-1-84643-049-7 H049 On the Go!

Just Like Us! 978-1-84643-178-4 H178 Having Fun!978-1-84643-179-1 H179 Together!978-1-84643-180-7 H180 Making Friends!978-1-84643-181-4 H181 Taking It Easy!

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Early Activity Books

Babies love to chatter with their toys. In these books, the puppet can actually respond. Help baby re-enact everyday experiences pretending to be the parent, whilst the puppet plays the part of the child.

978-1-84643-288-0 H288 Bib on, Bunny! 978-1-84643-289-7 H289 Play Time, Puppy!978-1-84643-290-3 H290 Dive in, Ducky! 978-1-84643-291-0 H291 Sleep Tight, Teddy!


Chatterboox Annie Kubler

Bath or Bed? Wind or Rain? Teddy or Train? Carrots or Peas? Which do you prefer? You can pick and choose! Rotate the child’s head on each page to show if they are happy or sad. What about you? Open-ended questions mean that each reading of the book will be different. A fantastic tool for encouraging discussion between parent and child about feelings and choices.

978-1-84643-239-2 H239 Bath or Bed?978-1-84643-240-8 H240 Wind or Rain? 978-1-84643-241-5 H241 Teddy or Train? 978-1-84643-242-2 H242 Carrots or Peas?


Pick & Choose Illustrated by Anthony Lewis

Highly Commended - Right Start Toy Awards 2011

Practical Pre-School Silver Award 2009

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Squeaky Clean Pam Adams and Annie Kubler

Colourful and ingenious washable books make reading fun and provide a delightful bath time experience.

978-0-85953-720-9 B720 Tilly Turtle 978-0-85953-616-5 B266 Dolly Dolphin978-0-85953-268-6 B268 Wally Whale978-0-85953-723-0 B723 Henry the Helpful Elephant978-0-85953-724-7 B724 Emily Elephant and her Friends10 pages 152 x 152mm 0-3 years $12.95 each

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Squirt!

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Slip the double-sided figure into the pocket to give the boy or girl a chance to drive a variety of vehicles, or explore all manner of different terrains and play fancy dress. These innovative board books help to develop fine motor skills, as well as promoting discussion and helping to combat gender stereotypes.

978-1-904550-15-0 F015 All Change! Party978-1-904550-16-7 F016 All Change! Animals978-1-904550-17-4 F017 All Change! Jobs978-1-904550-18-1 F018 All Change! Food

12 pages 153 x 153mm 3+ years $9.95 each

978-1-904550-95-2 F095 Little Drivers. Here to Help!978-1-904550-96-9 F096 Little Drivers. Going Places!978-1-904550-97-6 F097 Little Drivers. To the Rescue!978-1-904550-98-3 F098 Little Drivers. Working Hard!


Early Activity Books

978-1-84643-036-7 H036 Little Jungle Explorers978-1-84643-037-4 H037 Little Snow Explorers978-1-84643-038-1 H038 Little Space Explorers978-1-84643-039-8 H039 Little Ocean Explorers


All Change! Illustrated by Angela Lambert

Little Drivers Illustrated by Dan Crisp

Little Explorers Illustrated by Anthony Lewis

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New Experiences

Chatterboox Illustrated by Rachel Fuller

A new addition to the family is exciting, but the experience can also be worrying and confusing for siblings. Coping with the new situations and emotions that arise can be very challenging. This series of four board books deals with the anticipation of waiting for the new baby, the excitement of the arrival itself, and the beginnings of the special relationship between siblings. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage dialogue between reader and child and help to prepare them for the downfalls and delights of having a younger brother or sister.

978-1-84643-275-0 H275 Waiting for Baby978-1-84643-276-7 H276 My New Baby978-1-84643-277-4 H277 You and Me978-1-84643-278-1 H278 Look at Me!

First Time Illustrated by Jess Stockham

Young children’s lives are full of new experiences and these books help make them enjoyable and rewarding. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to initiate further dialogue between reader and child. Use these books as a starting point to help your child understand, prepare for, and enjoy these events, and to share any worries they may have.

Set 1978-1-84643-279-8 H279 Baby Sitter978-1-84643-280-4 H280 Sleepover978-1-84643-281-1 H281 Nursery978-1-84643-282-8 H282 Big Day Out

Set 2 978-1-84643-334-4 H334 Doctor 978-1-84643-335-1 H335 Dentist 978-1-84643-336-8 H336 Hospital 978-1-84643-337-5 H337 Vet


Winners of Practical Pre-School Bronze Award 2009

Set to Sign Illustrated by Jess Stockham

Using sign language can help to develop communication skills and is also lots of fun. Expand signing vocabulary with these cards, which are designed to be used either independently or alongside the First Time books.

822162-00145-5 C145 Baby Sitter822162-00146-2 C146 Sleepover

32 cards 135 x 90mm 2-5 years $19.95 each

14 pages 210 x 210mm 1-3 years $14.95

Winners of Bizziebaby Silver Award 2010/2011

822162-00147-9 C147 Nursery822162-00148-6 C148 Big Day Out

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Animal Lullabies Mandy Ross, illustrated by Krisztina Kallai Nagy

It’s night-time in the Animal Kingdom, and time for all the animal children to go to bed. But animal children are every bit as restless as their human counterparts. How do their parents help them to sleep? What animal lullabies do they sing?

Animal ExercisesMandy Ross, illustrated by Sanja Re˘˘scek

How do animals keep fit, strong and healthy? How do cheetahs run so fast? Discover the answers in this hilarious collection of animal exercises.

Wake up, Sleepy Head!Mandy Ross, illustrated by Dubravka Kolanovic

Time to wake up! When sleepy animal children want to stay snuggled up in bed, how do their parents get them up in the morning?

978-1-904550-33-4 F033 Wake up, Sleepy Head! $12.95

978-1-84643-044-2 H044 Animal Exercises $12.95

978-0-85953-116-0 B116 Animal Lullabies (Sc) $12.95

822162-00056-4 D056 Animal Lullabies CD $10.95

978-1-84643-052-7 D058 Animal Lullabies (Sc) + CD $21.90

822162-00055-7 D746 Dog Pyjama Case $25.95

978-1-904550-12-9 F012 What I Like! (Sc) $12.95

978-1-84643- 028-2 H028 What I Like! (Sc) + CD $21.95

D073 What I Like! CD $10.95

Helping Hands Illustrated by Georgie Birkett and Jess Stockham

Children love to imitate adult behaviour. Helping with real tasks is a natural progression from pretend play, and is a crucial stage in a child’s development.

Achieving a shared goal encourages a sense of responsibility and develops many skills useful in later life.

The four new titles in the series take the concept of helping a stage further. Encourage your child to help out as they share in the fun of more grown up activities. Simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to initiate dialogue between reader and child.

24 pages 210 x 210mm 2-5 years $15.95 eachWinners of Practical Pre-School Silver Award 2009

New Experiences

Poems for the Young

978-1-84643-283-5 H283 Clean It!978-1-84643-284-2 H284 Cook It!978-1-84643-285-9 H285 Grow It!978-1-84643-286-6 H286 Fix it!

What I Like! Poems for the Very YoungGervase Phinn, illustrated by Jane Eccles

This entertaining volume of verse for the very young is the perfect introduction to poetry. It includes poems about everything that is important to children: animals, family, food – & some very good jokes. Jane Eccles’s humorous & wacky illustrations perfectly complement this lively and amusing collection.

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978-1-84643-412-9 H412 Shopping! 978-1-84643-413-6 H413 Party!978-1-84643-414-3 H414 Moving Day! 978-1-84643-415-0 H412 Recycling!

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Peek-A-Boo BooksBouncy illustrations, innovative die-cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and the nursery or classroom.

soft cover board book big book

Old Lady Sea 978-1-84643-034-3 H034 978-1-84643-073-2 H073 978-1-84643-084-8 H084There was an Old Lady 978-0-85953-018-7 B018 978-0-85953-727-8 B727 978-0-85953-635-6 B635This Old Man 978-0-85953-026-2 B026 978-0-85953-661-5 B661 978-0-85953-636-3 B636Old Macdonald 978-0-85953-053-8 B053 978-0-85953-662-2 B662 978-0-85953-637-0 B637House that Jack Built 978-0-85953-075-0 B075 978-0-85953-468-0 B468 978-0-85953-638-7 B638The Mulberry Bush 978-0-85953-885-5 B885 978-0-85953-795-7 B795 The Farmer in the Dell 978-0-85953-886-2 B886 978-0-85953-796-4 B796 The Wheels on the Bus 978-0-85953-887-9 B887 978-0-85953-797-1 B797 978-0-85953-895-4 B895Ten Little Monkeys 978-0-85953-888-6 B888 978-0-85953-798-8 B798 978-0-85953-896-1 B896Down by the Station 978-0-85953-942-5 B942 978-0-85953-140-5 B140 978-0-85953-123-8 B123

16 Pages 2-6 Years 290 x 290mm $12.95 160 x 160mm $12.95 435 x 435mm $32.95

Winners of Practical Pre-School Gold Award & Overall Books Category 2006Winners of Practical Pre-School Silver Award 2008

Old Lady Doll and AnimalsFabulous Old Lady dolls and bean-filled animals to match each book. Children will love retelling the story using these props. 3 years+

978-0-85953-836-7 D836 Old Lady Fly Doll $45.95978-0-85953-841-1 D841 7 Bean-filled Animals $18.95822162-00087-8 D842 Old Lady Sea Doll $45.95822162-00088-5 D843 7 Bean-filled Sea Creatures $18.95822160-00079-3 D087 Old Lady Sea Audio CD $10.95

Old Macdonald Doll and Finger PuppetsBring the song to life using this doll and fabulous matching finger puppets. 3 years+

822162-00049-6 D104 Old Macdonald Soft Toy $39.95822162-00048-9 D105 6 Finger Puppet Animals $29.00

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Winners of Practical Pre-School Gold Award & Overall Books Category 2006

Five Little Men Finger PuppetsAn excellent accompaniment to the Five Little Men in a Flying Saucer story. Children will love retelling the story using these lovable puppets. 3 years+

822162-00074-8 D874 Five Little Men Finger Puppets $34.95

Beautifully made Mother Duck hand puppet and five duckling finger puppets. Help to bring the Five Little Ducks story to life and give children the opportunity to re-enact the events. 3 years+

822162-00059-5 D078 Mother Duck Hand Puppet $19.95822162-00060-1 D079 Little Ducks Finger Puppets $20.00

Five Little Ducks 978-0-85953-935-7 B935 978-0-85953-141-2 B141 978-0-85953-124-5 B124Twinkle, Twinkle 978-0-85953-941-8 B941 978-0-85953-142-9 B142 Over in the Meadow 978-0-85953-949-4 B949 978-0-85953-143-6 B143 Five Little Men 978-1-904550-30-3 F030 978-1-904550-58-7 F058 978-1-84643-007-7 B007Ten Fat Sausages 978-1-904550-31-0 F031 978-1-904550-59-4 F059 978-1-84643-008-4 B008Down in the Jungle 978-1-904550-32-7 F032 978-1-904550-61-7 F061 978-1-84643-009-1 B009I am the Music Man 978-1-904550-34-1 F034 978-1-904550-60-0 F060 978-1-84643-010-7 B010The Ants go Marching 978-1-84643-105-0 H105 978-1-84643-109-8 H109 978-1-84643-207-1 H207Cows in the Kitchen 978-1-84643-106-7 H106 978-1-84643-110-4 H110 978-1-84643-208-8 H208One Elephant 978-1-84643-107-4 H107 978-1-84643-111-1 H111 978-1-84643-209-5 H209Dry Bones 978-1-84643-108-1 H108 978-1-84643-112-8 H112 978-1-84643-210-1 H210

16 Pages 2-6 Years 290 x 290mm $12.95 160 x 160mm $12.95 435 x 435mm $32.95

Duck Hand Puppet and Five Little Ducks Finger Puppets

Peek-A-Boo Audio CDsContaining Peek-A-Boo songs

12 songs D001 Audio CD $10.95 8 songs D002 Audio CD $10.95

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Activity Books

The Lion’s Share Illustrated by Martha Lightfoot

Lion always wants more than everyone else, and he thinks it’s only fair that he gets the most! But will he still want the Lion’s share when all the fun is over?

Dinosaur Diner Annie Kubler

Dinosaur’s unbalanced diet and lack of exercise make for an unhealthy lifestyle, and leave him with no energy. Will his healthy friend be able to encourage him to change his ways?

Quiet as a Mouse Illustrated by Martha Lightfoot

Mouse keeps getting left out of all the party fun. His voice is so quiet that no one can hear him. How can he find his voice, and make his friends take notice of him?

978-1-84643-248-4 H248 The Lion’s Share978-1-84643-183-8 H183 Dinosaur Diner978-1-84643-184-5 H184 Quiet as a Mouse978-1-904550-05-1 F005 See you later, Alligator!

978-0-85953-944-9 B944 What’s the time, Mr Wolf?978-1-84643-045-9 H045 Don’t you dare, Dragon!978-1-84643-026-8 H026 The Mixed-Up Caterpillar


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Don’t you dare, Dragon! Annie Kubler

All Dragon wants to do is cool down and have a little fun, but every time she tries, she ruins it for everyone else! Thankfully, she finds some friends who need exactly what Dragon does best!

What’s the time, Mr Wolf?Annie Kubler A fabulous interpretation of this evergreen children’s game. Follow Mr. Wolf and Little Wolf through the hours in their day, from waking up to the all-important dinner time. Digital and analogue clocks on each page help us learn to tell the time.

See you later, Alligator!Annie KublerAlligator is always too busy to help Crocodile to do the chores.When - and how - will he learn that there is a time for work and a time for play? A fun introduction to the idea of helping others.

The Mixed-Up CaterpillarAnnie Kubler

There’s a little mixed-up stranger in the forest, who doesn’t quite know what he is. Just as he finds out, everything changes and he must adjust to his new identity. Great for discussing identity and belonging.

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Activity Books

Ten Little Ducks Illustrated by Airlie Anderson

Turn the dial to make the ducks go over the hill and far away, then see if you can find them hidden on the next page. Perfect for introducing or reinforcing early subtraction and addition skills.

There were Ten in the Bed Annie KublerInnovative interpretation of the classic nursery song. In this sing & count book the dial turns to make the children tumble out of bed, one by one.

Ten Little Apples Illustrated by Natalia VasquezTurn the dial to make the apples fall off the tree. Count them, one by one. where will the squirrels store them? Lots of fun and the perfect counting game. Great for introducing early counting and subtraction, and developing fine motor skills.

978-1-84643-182-1 H182 Ten Little Ducks978-0-85953-897-8 B897 There Were Ten in the Bed978-1-84643-444-0 H444 Ten Little Apples


These Roly Poly Box books are a completely original design. They roll out and pop-up, to provide a whole host of tactile and visual surprises for children of any age!

978-1-84643-017-6 H017 Goldilocks978-1-84643-018-3 H018 Three Little Pigs978-1-84643-019-0 H019 Cinderella978-0-85953-649-3 B649 Old Macdonald978-0-85953-648-6 B648 Numbers978-0-85953-842-8 B842 Little Box of Horrors978-0-85953-844-2 B844 Countdown to Christmas978-0-85953-845-9 B845 Nursery Rhymes978-0-84643-243-9 H243 Jungle978-0-84643-244-6 H244 Snow978-0-84643-245-3 H245 Ocean978-0-84643-246-0 H246 Space

Roly Poly Box Books Kees Moerbeek

24 pages 85 x 85 x 85mm 3-6 years $21.95 each

Bath Time, Beth! Illustrated by Joelle Driedemy

It’s Beth’s bath time, but she has other ideas! Join in the chase through house and garden as Beth threads her way through the book, trying to escape bath time. Perfect for developing language and fine motor skills.

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Pass the ParcelSue Baker & Annie Kubler

A fun lift-the-flap book and an engaging first introduction to shape and pattern, which encourages discussion and anticipation.

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Please, Mr Crocodile Illustrated by Kay Widdowson

Crossing the raging river can be a dangerous business when Mr Crocodile is in charge! Lift the flap to see each animal leap to safety in this hilarious introduction to colour. Repeated refrain helps beginning readers.

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The Runaway TrainIllustrated by Jess Stockham

The simple, rhythmic text in this book encourages dialogue between child and adult as they explore the exciting places visited by the runaway train. Innovative format allows the train to travel through the book as the pages are turned.

978-0-85953-144-3 B144


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Activity Books

Winners of Practical Pre-School Gold Award 2004

978-0-85953-874-9 B874 The Helpful Shoelace 20 pages 235 x 215mm 3-6 years $19.95978-0-85953-167-2 B167 Alf’n’Bet 18 pages 268 x 245mm 3-6 years $10.95978-0-85953-961-6 B961 Who Loves you Little Beetle? 14 pages 205 x 195mm 4-8 years $17.95978-0-85953-718-6 B718 Little Snail’s BIG Surprise 12 pages 205 x 195mm 2-6 years $17.95978-0-85953-959-3 B959 Ten Little Speckled Frogs 24 pages 235 x 215mm 3-6 years $19.95978-0-85953-541-0 B541 Bow, Wow & You on the Farm 18 pages 192 x 165mm 3-8 years $18.95978-0-85953-464-2 B464 The Gingerbread Man 24 pages 235 x 215mm 3-6 years $19.95978-0-85953-242-6 B242 Ten Beads Tall 16 pages 192 x 167mm 2-5 years $18.95

The Helpful ShoelaceTina Freeman

Follow the shoelace as it helps Robin the weasel, Princess Eleanor and Fido the pet dragon solve their problems. Innovative activity storybook helps children learn to lace and tie their shoes.

Who loves you Little Beetle? Illustrated by Carla Dijs

Discover how special and unique each child is, through Little Beetle’s journey to self esteem.

Alf’n’Bet learn their ABC llustrated by Pam Adams

Alf’n’Bet help us in recognising & making the letters of the alphabet, first by tracing the animals and then by having a go on our own. How many items can you find beginning with A, B, etc?

Little Snails BIG Surprise Illustrated by Carla Dijs

Join in Little Snail’s excitement as he journeys home to discover his surprise. A new brother and sister.

Ten Little Speckled Frogs Illustrated by Jess Stockham

Colourful and amusing interpretation of this popular rhyme. Turn the dial to make the frogs jump off the log into the cool pool! Perfect counting fun!

Gingerbread Manillustrated by Linda Jeffery

“Run, run, as fast as you can…!” Updated version of this traditional story with vibrant illustrations. Complete with felt gingerbread man on a string who threads his way through holes in the pages, chased by all and sundry.

Bow, Wow and You on the FarmA noisy farmyard, with two finger-puppet pups, flaps and lots to read.

Ten Beads Tall Illustrated by Pam Adams

A playful introduction to measuring with a string of 1cm cube beads. We explore how wide, how high and how long.

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Early Reading

978-0-85953-864-0 B864 Soft Cover $12.95978-0-85953-869-5 B869 Hard Cover $21.95978-0-85953-025-5 B025 Big Book $43.95822162-00067-0 D067 Lion Hand Puppet $25.95822162-00066-3 D069 6 Finger Puppets $29.95822162-00071-7 D071 Audio CD $10.95822162-00072-4 D272 Language Cards $9.95

268 x 245mm (Sc + Hc) 435 x 400mm (Lap) 32 pages 4-7 years

Mrs Honey’s Hat Pam Adams

Mrs Honey had a hat…but in one short week, feathers, cherries, a shell, buttercups, lace and a ribbon are replaced by bubblegum, eggs, seaweed, a bell, cobwebs and fish bones!

978-1-84643-126-5 H126 Mrs Honey’s Hat (Sc) $12.95 268 x 245mm 32 pages 3-8 years 978-1-85953-814-5 B814 Mrs Honey’s Hat (Lap) $43.95 435 x 400mm 32 pages 3-8 years 978-0-85953-824-4 D059 Mrs Honey Doll $39.95 978-0-85953-829-9 D829 Mrs Honey Decorations $17.95 978-0-85953-618-9 D618 Mrs Honey Game $29.95

Mrs Honey’s Tree Pam Adams

In Mrs Honey’s Tree, Mrs Honey is faced with a real dilemma which is more important – a tree or a bus shelter? This book encourages children to look closely at the local environment.

978-0-85953-852-7 B852 Mrs Honey’s Tree (Sc) $7.95 178 x 164mm 32 pages 3-8 years978-0-85953-848-0 B848 Mrs Honey’s Tree (Lap) $43.95 438 x 400mm 32 pages 3-8 years

Other Mrs Honey Titles Pam Adams 978-0-85953-755-2 B755 Mrs H’s Holiday (Hc) $12.95 978-0-85953-757-9 B757 Mrs H’s Glasses (Hc) $12.95 978-0-85953-759-5 B759 Mrs H’s Dream (Hc) $12.95 178 x 164mm 32 pages 3-8 years

Rich in language, humour and rhyme, this hilarious tale is perfectly complemented by Amanda’s witty illustrations. Lizzie and Dominic desperately want a kitten but they get much more than they bargain for! The big book version of the story includes fun language activities for parents and teachers. (Also see Pet Corner page 30)

Our Cat Cuddles Gervase Phinn, illustrated by Amanda Montgomery-Higham

My Secret Scrapbook Diary Kees Moerbeek

An entertaining diary format based on much-loved fairy tales. Visually stimulating pages, littered with pop-ups, photographs, letters, stickers, recipes and newspaper cuttings, bring the books to life – perfect for engaging early readers. Multi-media illustrations and handwritten text complete the illusion of a real scrapbook diary. Told in the main character’s voice, these books are great for looking at the perspectives of different characters and seeing the story from a different point of view. After reading these, children will want to create their own scrapbook diary.

978-1-84643-447-1 H447 Little Red Riding Hood978-1-84643-448-8 H448 Three Little Pigs978-1-84643-449-5 H449 Jack and the Beanstalk978-1-84643-450-1 H450 Cinderella


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Flip-Up Fairy Tales

Flip-Up Fairy TalesStep into the magical world of Child’s Play Fairy Tales…Traditional tales are a well-established and vital part of all cultures. Retold from the originals, these lively stories will captivate readers with their delightful illustrations and fun lift-up flaps which really add to the action. Well-known stories will give young readers confidence. The ‘flip-up’ flaps encourage prediction and discussion.

soft cover soft cover + CD CD

Goldilocks and the Three Bears 978-1-904550-19-8 F019 978-1-84643-085-5 H085 D090Jack and the Beanstalk 978-1-904550-20-4 F020 978-1-84643-086-2 H086 D091Three Little Pigs 978-1-904550-21-1 F021 978-1-84643-087-9 H087 D092Little Red Riding Hood 978-1-904550-22-8 F022 978-1-84643-088-6 H088 D093Billy Goats Gruff 978-1-904550-72-3 F072 978-1-84643-089-3 H089 D094Hansel and Gretel 978-1-904550-73-0 F073 978-1-84643-090-9 H090 D095Cinderella 978-1-904550-74-7 F074 978-1-84643-091-6 H091 D096The Little Red Hen 978-1-904550-75-4 F075 978-1-84643-092-3 H092 D097Emperor’s New Clothes 978-1-84643-020-6 H020 978-1-84643-093-0 H093 D098Stone Soup 978-1-84643-021-3 H021 978-1-84643-094-7 H094 D099Ugly Duckling 978-1-84643-022-0 H022 978-1-84643-095-4 H095 D100Snow White 978-1-84643-023-7 H023 978-1-84643-096-1 H096 D1011Puss in Boots 978-1-84643-075-6 H075 978-1-84643-141-8 H141 D121

24 pages 210 x 210 mm 3-7 years $12.95 each $17.95 each $7.95 each

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Flip-Up Fairy Tales


Winners of PracticalPre-School Silver Award 2006


Elves and the Shoemaker 978-1-84643-076-3 H076 978-1-84643-142-5 H142 D122Frog Prince 978-1-84643-077-0 H077 978-1-84643-143-2 H143 D123Gingerbread Man 978-1-84643-078-7 H078 978-1-84643-144-9 H144 D124Aladdin 978-1-84643-113-5 H113 978-1-84643-154-8 H154 D125Beauty and the Beast 978-1-84643-114-2 H114 978-1-84643-155-5 H155 D126The Musicians of Bremen 978-1-84643-115-9 H115 978-1-84643-156-2 H156 D127Tom Thumb 978-1-84643-116-6 H116 978-1-84643-157-9 H157 D128Rapunzel 978-1-84643-249-1 H249 978-1-84643-292-7 H292 D129Rumpelstiltskin 978-1-84643-250-7 H250 978-1-84643-293-4 H293 D130Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 978-1-84643-251-4 H251 978-1-84643-294-1 H294 D131Sleeping Beauty 978-1-84643-252-1 H252 978-1-84643-295-8 H295 D132The Golden Goose 978-1-84643-324-5 H324 978-1-84643-330-6 H330 D159The Little Mermaid 978-1-84643-325-2 H325 978-1-84643-331-3 H331 D160The Princess and the Pea 978-1-84643-326-9 H326 978-1-84643-332-0 D332 D161Chicken Licken 978-1-84643-327-6 H327 978-1-84643-333-7 H333 D162The Boy Who Cried Wolf 978-1-84643-368-9 H368 978-1-84643-407-5 H407 D195The Enormous Turnip 978-1-84643-369-6 H369 978-1-84643-408-2 H408 D196The Magician’s Apprentice 978-1-84643-370-2 H370 978-1-84643-409-9 H409 D197 Donkey Skin 978-1-84643-371-9 H371 78-1-84643-410-5 H410 D198



Goldilocks and the Three Bears 978-1-904550-19-8 F019 978-1-84643-085-5 H085 D090Jack and the Beanstalk 978-1-904550-20-4 F020 978-1-84643-086-2 H086 D091Three Little Pigs 978-1-904550-21-1 F021 978-1-84643-087-9 H087 D092Little Red Riding Hood 978-1-904550-22-8 F022 978-1-84643-088-6 H088 D093Billy Goats Gruff 978-1-904550-72-3 F072 978-1-84643-089-3 H089 D094Hansel and Gretel 978-1-904550-73-0 F073 978-1-84643-090-9 H090 D095Cinderella 978-1-904550-74-7 F074 978-1-84643-091-6 H091 D096The Little Red Hen 978-1-904550-75-4 F075 978-1-84643-092-3 H092 D097Emperor’s New Clothes 978-1-84643-020-6 H020 978-1-84643-093-0 H093 D098Stone Soup 978-1-84643-021-3 H021 978-1-84643-094-7 H094 D099Ugly Duckling 978-1-84643-022-0 H022 978-1-84643-095-4 H095 D100Snow White 978-1-84643-023-7 H023 978-1-84643-096-1 H096 D1011Puss in Boots 978-1-84643-075-6 H075 978-1-84643-141-8 H141 D121


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The Cloud Hannah Cumming

In Art Class, one girl never draws anything. Quiet and withdrawn, she seems to have a black cloud above her. But one of her classmates is determined to make her smile. A unique testament to the power of persistence, friendship, creativity and the imagination. Naive, atmospheric illustrations perfectly complement the simple text.

978-1-84643-343-6 H343 $12.9532 pages 268 x 245mm 4-8 years

The Lost Stars Hannah Cumming

Everyone has become so focused on bright lights and new technology that they have forgotten about the stars. Fed up with not being valued, the stars decide to leave their posts and go on holiday. But what will happen when the lights go out? A charming picture book warning us to appreciate and conserve the natural beauty of the world, before it is lost.

978-1-84643-416-7 H416 $12.9532 pages 268 x 245mm 4-8 years

Child’s Play Library

Rabbityness Jo Empson

Rabbit enjoys doing rabbity things, but he also loves un-rabbity things! When Rabbit suddenly disappears, no one knows where he has gone. His friends are desolate. But, as it turns out, Rabbit has left behind some very special gifts for them, to help them discover their own unrabbity talents! A stunning debut by author/illustrator Jo Empson, Rabbityness celebrates individuality, encourages the creativity in everyone and positively introduces children to dealing with loss of any kind.

978-1-84643-482-2 H482 $12.9532 pages 250 x 250mm 4-7 years

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Posy feels lonely in her new house. She doesn’t know anyone, and worries about making friends. One day, whilst exploring the garden, she comes across a red boat. Posy and her dog George have lots of fun in the red boat. They decide to visit it one night when they can’t sleep, and that’s when something magical happens...Another delightful picture book from Hannah Cumming, with an underlying message about confidence and friendship.

978-1-84643-481-5 H481 $12.9532 pages 268 x 245mm 4-7 years NEW!

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No! Marta AltesWritten and illustrated by a fresh new talent, this is the story of a likeable, well-meaning and irrepressible dog and the mystery surrounding his name. Simple, short and punchy, this is a picture book children (and adults) will want to read again and again.

978-1-84643-417-4 H417 $12.9532 pages 268 x 245mm 4-8 years

Star Gazers, Skyscrapers and Extraordinary Sausages Claudia Boldt

Henrietta has all sorts of wild ambitions. She could be a star gazer, a mechanic or even Queen Bee… Unfortunately Frank, her dog, can only think about sausages. Will they be able to come to a compromise? What can they do that they’ll both enjoy? The reader’s imagination runs wild in this inspiring book.

978-1-84643-344-3 H344 $12.9532 pages 268 x 245mm 4-8 years

UUGGHH! Claudia Boldt

Slug feels completely unloved by the world, and can’t help feeling it may have something to do with appearances. Happily, new-found friend Spider is on hand to explain that beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

978-1-84643-372-6 H372 $12.9532 pages 268 x 245mm 4-8 years

Copy Cat Mark Birchall

Cat was small and Dog was big, and whatever Dog did, Cat did too... Dog is fed up with Cat copying everything she does. But when Cat stays away, Dog realises that playing alone is not nearly as much fun. A charming story about friendship, sharing and play.

978-1-84643-367-2 H367 $12.9532 pages 268 x 245mm 3-7 years

Rabbit Pie Penny Ives

The perfect recipe for bedtime! Six adorable rabbits are just one ingredient needed for sweet Rabbit Pie! Combine with a sprinkling of kisses and some warm milk for the ideal bedtime story. Told like a recipe, with delightful illustrations showing the preparations for bedtime, this charming picture book will enchant parents and children alike.

978-1- 84643-353-5 H353 $12.9532 pages 250 x 250mm 3-6 years

Ugh! Eggs! Sarah Arnold

Eggs are all that are on offer for this hungry porcupine – ugh! Dad makes eggs for breakfast, Aunty makes egg sandwiches and even her cake has eggs in it! Will he be able to overcome his aversion to enjoy the delicious cake that Dad has made?

978-1- 84643-342-9 H342 $12.9532 pages 268 x 245mm 3-8 years


Claudia Boldt selected as a Booktrust Best New Illustrator 2011

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It’s Raining! It’s Pouring! We’re Exploring!Polly Peters, illustrated by Jess Stockham

On a boring rainy day three children are stuck inside with nothing to do, until their imaginations take over… Join them on an explorer’s adventure as they navigate the caves in the living room, the mountainous stairs, and the wilds of the bedrooms.

The Ding Dong BagPolly Peters, illustrated by Jess Stockham

When two boys go out with a large bag to collect all the noises they can find, you can be sure that they will have an ear-splitting time! From the clank of a stick on railings to the thud of a baseball bat, this vibrant story celebrates the rich diversity of sounds they encounter and collect.

I Told You So!Sarah Arnold

Sometimes, adults just won’t listen. Ella tries to warn Nursey about all the odd characters that are filling up Tom’s pram. But Nursey won’t believe her…until she can see for herself..

Max and the DoglinsAmanda Montgomery-Higham

When Max the dog steals an egg from his best friend Beryl, it leads to a midnight visit from the mysterious Doglins. Only when Max stands up to their bullying does he come to realise what he has to do to put things right.

The Wim Wom from the Mustard MillPolly Peters, illustrated by Roberta Angeletti

What is a Wim Wom? It will eat beans, steal socks and wipe its nose on coats, but what does it look like? Join the children as they try to imagine it from the clues their parents and grandparents give them. Eventually they decide that the Wim Wom doesn’t really exist…or does it?

The FlowerJohn Light, illustrated by Lisa Evans

Brigg lives in a small, grey room in a large, grey city. When he finds a book in the library labelled ‘Do Not Read’, he cannot resist borrowing it. In it, he comes upon pictures of bright, vibrant objects called flowers. A deceptively simple and haunting story, beautifully and mysteriously illustrated, set in a bleak future metropolis.

978-1-84643-016-9 H016 The Flower (SC) $12.9578-1-84643-071-8 H071 The Flower (HC) $21.95

978-1-84643-015-2 H015 3-7 years The Ding Dong Bag978-1-84643-117-3 H117 3-7 years It’s Raining! It’s Pouring!978-1-84643-118-0 H118 3-8 years The Wim Wom978-1-84643-287-3 H287 3-8 years I Told You So!978-1-84643-043-5 H043 4-7 years Max and the Doglins

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Child’s Play LibraryMatthew & Jessica Stories

These classic stories from Audrey Wood explore a range of issues from sibling rivalry and childhood fears, to keeping your teeth clean enough to warrant a place in the ‘hall of perfect teeth’.

Tooth Fairy When Matthew loses a tooth, Jessica decides to make the Tooth Fairy’s visit doubly worthwhile. Fantastic for encouraging children to keep their teeth clean enough to warrant a place in the ‘hall of perfect teeth’!

Magic ShoelacesMatthew just can’t keep his shoelaces tied and is always tripping up. When the magic man offers to swap Matthew’s laces for a magic pair, he thinks that his wish has come true. However, he soon realises that there are disadvantages to having laces that won’t come undone.

BallooniaWhere do balloons go at bedtime? Matthew has the answer but, as usual, his bossy sister Jessica needs to see the proof. A fun book that takes the reader on a journey to the imaginary land of Balloonia.

DC05 Matthew & Jessica Hand Puppets $36.95 C001 Matthew & Jessica Audio CD $10.95

Matthew & Jessica Puppets + CD

Presto Change-O Matthew and Jessica’s competitiveness gets them into trouble when a magic trick goes disastrously wrong. They realise that they can only undo the spell by working together. This fun story teaches the value of co-operation and explores the issue of sibling rivalry.

The Little Mouse, the Red Ripe Strawberry and the Big Hungry Bear

978-0-85953-659-2 B659 Board Book 24 pages 155 x 145mm 1-3 years $12.95978-0-85953-012-5 B012 Soft Cover 32 pages 268 x 245mm 2-6 years $12.95978-0-85953-182-5 B182 Hard Cover 32 pages 268 x 245mm 2-6 years $21.95978-0-85953-330-0 B330 Big Book 32 pages 435 x 397mm 2-6 years $43.95

978-0-85953-694-3 D694 Plush Mouse $17.95 B693 Big Hungry Bear Scenery $6.95978-0-85953-699-8 D699 Red Ripe Strawberry & Knife $19.95978-0-85953-617-2 D617 Little Mouse Game $19.95822162-00080-9 D085 Big Hungry Bear Audio CD $10.95

The Little Mouse and the Big Hungry Bear are known and loved by millions of children around the world. Little Mouse loves strawberries, but so does the bear… How will Little Mouse stop the bear from eating his freshly picked, red, ripe strawberry?

978-1-904550-52-5 F052 Presto Change-O 978-1-904550-51-8 F051 Magic Shoelaces

978-0-85953-293-8 B293 Tooth Fairy978-1-904550-49-5 F049 Balloonia

32 pages 268 x 245mm 3-7 years $12.95

Don and Audrey Wood

CD Includes: Presto Change-O, Tooth Fairy, Magic Shoelaces and Balloonia.

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Twenty-Four Robbers Audrey Wood

In Audrey Wood’s joyful celebration of this traditional skipping rhyme, twenty-four robbers return to the same house again and again. What do they need, and what is it for? Kindness and generosity show the robbers that stealing is not the only way, and teach them the value of sharing.

978-1-904550-35-8 F035 $12.9532 pages 268 x 245mm 3-7 years

Scaredy Cats Audrey Wood

When Mother Cat allows her two youngest kittens to go on an errand all by themselves, they are delighted. But as they get further away from home the kittens are plagued by imaginary fairy tale fears. An amusing story that will help children to understand and overcome their own fears.

978-1-904550-48-8 F048 Scaredy Cats $12.95822162-00063-2 D410 Plush Kittens $39.95 32 pages 268 x 245mm 3-7 years

Includes: The Princess and the Dragon, Scaredy Cats, 24 Robbers and Quick as a Cricket.

C002 $10.95

Childs Play Library 4 Story Books Audio CD

Quick as a Cricket Don and Audrey Wood

A celebration of a child’s growing self-awareness, and a prime example of how books can contribute to this.

978-0-85953-664-6 B664 Board book 24 pages 55 x 145mm 1-3 years $12.95978-0-85953-306-5 B306 Soft cover 32 pages 268 x 245mm 2-6 years $12.95978-0-85953-151-1 B151 Hard cover 32 pages 268 x 245mm 2-6 years $21.95978-0-85953-331-7 B331 Big book 32 pages 435 x 397mm 2-6 years $43.95

978-0-85953-716-2 B716 Princess and the Dragon (Sc) 32 pages 268 x 245mm 5-8 years $12.95978-0-85953-717-9 B717 The Princess and the Dragon Mask Book 10 pages 298 x 298mm 5-8 years $19.95 822162-00047-2 D047 The Princess and the Dragon Game 36 cards 4 collection boards 5-8 years $29.95822162-00052- D101 Princess Hand Puppet 3+ years $27.95822162-00051-9 D102 Dragon Hand Puppet 3+ years $27.95

The Princess and the Dragon Audrey WoodWhen a princess who behaves like a dragon meets a dragon who behaves like a princess, there are unexpected results.

Princess and Dragon PuppetsBring the story to life with these irresistible Dragon and Princess puppets.

The Princess and the Dragon GameBased on the Audrey Wood story, this varied game challenges children’s reading and observation skills. They can also mime the expressions of their favourite characters and collect new vocabulary.

The Princess and the Dragon Mask BookUsing the durable board masks and play script from this book, children can act out Audrey Wood’s quirky and amusing story The Princess and the Dragon.


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The Musical Life of Gustav Mole & The Lost MusicIllustrated by Kathryn Meyrick

The Musical Life of Gustav Mole introduces children to the delights of music, instruments and performing groups. In the sequel, Gustav and his family leave their noise-shattered home and travel the world in search of the lost music. The audio versions are narrated by Patrick Macnee.

978-0-85953-347-8 B347 The Musical Life (Sc) 32 pages 268 x 245mm 5-10 years $12.95

978-0-85953-333-1 BA78 Musical Life (Sc) + CD 32 pages 268 x 245mm 5-10 years $21.95

822162-00061-8 D081 Musical Life CD $10.95

978-0-85953-304-1 B304 The Lost Music (HC) 32 pages 268 x 245mm 5-10 years $21.95

822162-00189-9 D189 The Lost Music CD $10.95

822162-00050-2 D103 Gustav Mole Hand Puppet $29.95

822162-00053-3 D053 Musical Families Cards 32 cards 160 x 115mm (box) 4-8 years $19.95

Musical Families Illustrated by Kathryn Meyrick

A superb new edition of this entertaining, educational quartet game, in which we learn to recognise ‘families’ of musical instruments. A great companion to The Musical Life of Gustav Mole and The Lost Music.

Puzzle Island Paul Adshead

A tantalizing web of deceptive artwork and wordplay lures us to play detective in this fascinating and puzzling book. Over a million copies sold!

The Red Herring MysteryPaul Adshead

A ‘whodunnit’ for children of all ages, complete with stately home, zany suspects and one Agnes Crusty!

One Odd Old Owl Paul Adshead

A teasing tongue-twisting, repeating, rhyming puzzle game story, cunningly constructed for children of all ages.

Around the World with Phineas FrogPaul Adshead, illustrated by Toni Goffe

Phineas and his daughter travel around the globe, exploring sights and amassing souvenirs.

978-0-85953-402-4 B402 Puzzle Island (Hc) 24 pages 289 x 289mm 5-16 years $23.95978-0-85953-955-5 B955 Red Herring Mystery (Sc) 24 pages 289 x 289mm 5-Adult $12.95 978-0-85953-954-8 B954 Red Herring Mystery (Hc) 24 pages 289 x 289mm 5-Adult $23.95978-0-85953-408-6 B408 One Odd Old Owl (Sc) 28 pages 289 x 289mm 4-16 years $12.95 978-0-85953-407-9 B407 One Odd Old Owl (Hc) 28 pages 289 x 289mm 4-16 years $23.95978-0-85953-952-4 B952 Phineas Frog (Sc) 32 pages 289 x 289mm 8-16 years $12.95 978-0-85953-953-1 B953 Phineas Frog (Hc) 32 pages 289 x 289mm 8-16 years $23.95

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Traditional Tales with a Twist

Ant & the Big Bad Bully GoatAndrew Fusek Peters, illustrated by Anna Wadham

When Bully Goat takes over Badger’s house, Badger needs help to move him out. His biggest and bravest friends all make excuses. Finally help arrives from an unexpected quarter and Badger realizes that size isn’t everything in this traditional Iberian story.

The Tiger and the Wise ManAndrew Fusek Peters, illustrated by Diana Mayo

In this traditional Indian tale a tiger plays a trick on a Wise Man. How will he escape being eaten, especially when it seems that the animals are against him? Will the jackal help, or is it another trick?

Monkey’s Clever TaleAndrew Fusek Peters, illustrated by Amanda Montgomery-Higham

When Ameerah Monkey wants to cross the river, she hatches a plot to trick Crocodile into helping her. But how will she escape being his next meal? And will Crocodile ever get his pot of Monkey Tail Soup? This traditional Afro-Caribbean story is full of humour.

Bear and Turtle and the Great Lake RaceAndrew Fusek Peters, illustrated by Alison Edgson

When Turtle challenges bad-tempered Bear to race along the lakeshore, Bear is confident about the outcome, but all is not as it seems in this traditional Native American tale.

Dingo Dog and the Billabong StormAndrew Fusek Peters, illustrated by Anna Wadham

The bush animals are fed up with Dingo Dog’s bullying, so hatch a storming idea to teach him a lesson in this traditional Australian tale.

Rabbit Cooks up a Cunning Plan Andrew Fusek Peters, illustrated by Bruno Robert

Mountain Lion terrorises all the forest animals and preys on them for his supper in this North American folk tale. In spite of all their attempts to placate him, they are not safe until Rabbit cooks up a cunning plan which brings them lasting freedom.

Soft Cover Soft Cover + CD CDThe Talkative Tortoise 978-1-84643-418-1 H418Tiger and the Wise Man 978-1-904550-07-5 F007 978-1-84643-346-7 H346 F154Bear and Turtle 978-1-904550-91-4 F091 978-1-84643-347-4 H347 D152Dingo Dog 978-1-84643-247-7 H247 978-1-84643-350-4 H350 D156Ant and Bully Goat 978-1-84643-079-4 H079 978-1-84643-348-1 H348 D151Rabbit’s Cunning Plan 978-1-84643-097-8 H097 978-1-84643-349-8 H349 D155Monkey’s Clever Tale 978-0-85953-051-4 B051 978-1-84643-345-0 H345 D345

The Talkative TortoiseAndrew Fusek Peters, illustrated by Charlotte Cooke

Talkative Tortoise loves talking about his smooth and shiny shell and showing off to his friends. Will he let his vanity win over common sense in this tale of why the tortoise has a cracked shell. A charming adaptation of a traditional Indian folk tale.

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RelaxCatherine O’Neill, illustrated by Toni Goffe

This book helps us to recognize the causes and symptoms of stress in children’s lives, and teaches us how to deal with them, using simple and enjoyable exercises.

978-0-85953-790-2 B790 $10.9540 pages 190 x 190mm 6-10 years

Salamatu and Kandoni go missingSteve Brace, illustrated by Annie Kubler

Salamatu’s goat follows her to school, leading to a series of misadventures. Provides an insight into life in Ghana and allows comparisons to our own country. Published in conjunction with ActionAid

978-0-85953-784-132 B784 $10.9532 pages 204 x 204mm 5-8 years

From Beans to BatteriesSteve Brace, illustrated by Annie Kubler

Aldomaro’s radio is an important tool in his ambition to be a doctor. When the batteries run out it is not easy for him to get more. A positive insight into how life in other countries vastly differs from our own and a lesson on the value of money. Published in conjunction with ActionAid

978-0-85953-799-5 B799 $10.9532 pages 204 x 204mm 5-8 years

Citizenship, Life Skills and Responsibility

Discovery Flaps Illustrated by Annie Kubler and Caroline Formby

The way people live is different in many parts of the world. This series of colourful flap books, created with and for OXFAM, depict everyday situations and help us to discover what makes us different and what binds us together.

978-0-85953-791-9 B791 Come home with us!978-0-85953-792-6 B792 Come and eat with us!978-0-85953-793-3 B793 Come and play with us! 978-0-85953-794-0 B794 Come and ride with us!


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Information Books

Metamorphoses Arthur John L’Hommedieu / Sue Baker / Nikolay Nemzer

All living things change as they grow. Follow the fascinating life cycles in these beautifully engineered cardboard books.

Misunderstood Arthur John L’Hommedieu / Sue Baker / Richard Hatfield

Unique information books, focusing on lesser-known and often misunderstood species. Full of amazing facts, the vibrant and detailed illustrations bring information to 3-D life.

Standard Giant

Bats 978-0-85953-956-2 B956 978-0-85953-962-3 B962Spiders 978-0-85953-957-9 B957 978-0-85953-960-9 B960Chameleons 978-0-85953-609-7 B609 978-0-85953-564-9 B564Snakes 978-0-85953-404-8 B404

16 panels 5-10 years 150 x 110mm $10.95 300 x 220mm $21.95

Standard Giant

Egg - Frog 978-0-85953-169-6 B169 978-1-84643-012-1 H012 Butterfly 978-0-85953-170-2 B170 978-1-84643-013-8 H013Dragonfly 978-0-85953-847-3 B847

16 panels 4-8 years 150 x 110mm $10.95 300 x 220mm $21.95

Time Tunnel Arthur John L’Hommedieu

Traces life on earth through the geological strata, from the arrival of man back to the first plants. Gives us a remarkable grasp of the fossil record.

978-0-85953-940-1 B940 Standard size 216 x 194mm $18.95978-0-85953-928-9 B928 Pocket size 108 x 97mm $12.95

24 pages/12 panels 6-10 years

Children of the SunArthur John L’Hommedieu

Packed with information, this book opens before us like a tunnel through space, enabling us to make a fascinating tour of the planets in our solar system. Available in three formats.

978-0-85953-931-9 B931 Standard size 216 x 194mm $18.95978-0-85953-933-3 B933 Pocket size 108 x 97mm $10.95978-0-85953-937-1 B937 Lap size 420 x 380mm $43.95

24 pages/12 panels 4-16 years

Ocean DeepSue Baker, illustrated by Richard Hatfield

From the sunlit surface to the darkness of the deep, this book explores the fascinating life forms that exist in our oceans. Peer in to the depths of this tunnel effect book and investigate each zone of the ocean.

978-0-85953-929-6 B929 $19.95

14 pages/12 panels 268 x 245mm 4-16 years NEW!

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Child’s Play Games - Numeracy

Fruit Salad Annie Kubler

This game is a painless introduction to fractions in concrete and abstract form. Includes: 15 shaped fruit fraction cards, 4 collecting plates, 1 fraction die.

822162-00077-9 D030 5-8 years $29.95

Vegetable Soup

Annie Kubler

Challenging game of observation, memory and judgement. Amongst other things, we learn that a whole can be made of many different combinations. Includes: 48 shaped vegetable cards.

822162-00166-0 D032 6-10 years $29.95

Giant Dice Pam Adams

A fun and challenging game for children of varying age and ability, to match their skill at arithmetic. Includes: 2 x 30mm dice, 60 counters, 4 collecting boards.

822162-00054-0 D036 5-10 years $29.95

Numbers Factory Maria Newton

This multi-level game offers children plenty of experience and enjoyment of multiplication and division. Includes: 72 cards, 6 collecting boards.

822162-00202-5 D761 5-10 years $29.95

Arithmetic Lotto Maria Newton

An enjoyable and rewarding game of addition and subtraction, with many original features. Includes: 72 cards, 6 collecting boards.

822162-00201-8 D881 4-8 years $29.95

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Pass the BagPam Adams

An hilarious game in which children use their sense of touch to distinguish pieces of different shapes and sizes.

822162-00131-8 D050 $29.95

4 boards 1 bag 40 pieces 3-7 years

Sorting and Matching

Pet CornerIllustrated by Dan Crisp

A non-fiction game that encourages children to consider the needs of others and teaches them how to look after a variety of different animals. Collect all the items you need for your pet to lead a healthy and happy life.

822162-00062-5 D061 $29.95

6 boards 54 matching cards 4-7 years

My Grandmother went to MarketPam Adams

A fascinating memory game and a valuable aid for developing language skills.

822162-00132-5 D046 $29.95

117 different picture cards 3-6 years

Old Macdonald Counting SnapPam Adams

This noisy counting game is an irresistible invitation to learn to count.

822162-00042-7 D015 $19.95

48 cards 3-5 years

Little Mouse GameDon and Audrey WoodPlay ‘Snap’ or sequence the story using pictures or words in this multi-level game.

978-0-85953-617-2 D617 $19.95

Our Cat Cuddles Creative Language Development CardsIllustrated by Amanda Montgomery-Higham

Explore language using these picture cards which show a word describing a cat, along with four synonyms. A prompt card suggests activity and game ideas. Based on the Gervase Phinn story.

822162-00072-4 D272 $9.95

Musical FamiliesIllustrated by Kathryn MeyrickA superb new edition of this entertaining, educational quartet game, in which we learn to recognize ‘families’ of musical instruments. A great companion to The Musical Life of Gustav Mole and The Lost Music.

822162-00053-3 D053 $19.95

32 cards 160 x 115mm (box) 4-8 years

The Princess and the DragonBased on the Audrey Wood story (page 24), this varied game challenges children’s reading and observation skills. They can also mime the expressions of their favourite characters and collect new vocabulary.

822162-00047-2 D047 $29.95

32 pages 268 x 245mm 5-8 years

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Toys, Games & Musical Instruments

Tower Wooden BlocksA steady hand and keen eye is required to remove the correct coloured block, without the tower falling down. Develops small motor skills in the fingers and hands, while colour sequencing and problem solving

E017 Tower Blocks $29.95

Mosaic Wooden PuzzleThe geometric shaped wooden tiles provide hours of creative fun for children to make many patterns and designs. Use the pieces to make animal shapes, flowers, or develop precision and pattern design skills.

E004 Mosaic Puzzle $15.95

Take Apart FrogA wooden stacking frog and construction toy to take apart and rebuild over and over. The varying pieces develop size recognition, discrimination and sequencing skills.

E001 Take Apart Frog $9.95

Hammer & PegsHours of hammering fun. The unique 5 layer base board helps the 7 pegs remain firm. A must for developing counting, colour recognition and hand-eye coordination.

E057 Hammer & Pegs $24.95

Waddling Duck, Push-along Dog & Tanker TruckA brightly coloured ‘pull-along wooden duck that quacks and flaps. A fun dog on wheels is easy to hold and push along. With moveable ears to flap back and forth. A sturdy wooden pull-along truck that you disassemble into 19 pieces with the wooden screwdriver and rebuild.

E003 Duck $29.95 E009 Dog $16.95

Musical InstrumentsCreate your own musical experiences.

M320 Kazoo $1.95 M100 Recorder $7.95M200 Flute $7.95M150 Slide Flute $7.95M313 Castanet $7.95M300 Maracas $11.95M334 Tambourine $12.95M350 Triangle $17.95M360 Steel Finger Cymbals $17.95M330 Drum $26.95

E002 Truck $29.95

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