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The Koala Who Could

(2017) A funny rhyming story about dealing with change and overcoming worries, from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside.

In a wonderful place, at the breaking of dawn, where the breezes were soft and the sunshine was warm, a place where the creatures ran wild and played free … A Koala called Kevin clung to a tree.

Meet Kevin. A koala who likes to keep things the same. Exactly the same. But sometimes change comes along whether we like it or not… And, as Kevin discovers, if you step outside your comfort zone and try new things, you might just surprise yourself!

WINNER of the Sainsbury’s Book Award and the Evening Standard Oscar’s Book Prize!

‘Fabulous rhymes, I’m in love with Kevin and would like to buy this for all my friends’ children.’ Claudia Winkleman

‘A feel-good rhyming tale . . . Field’s Australian animals are a treat’ – Bookseller

Side by Side

(2015) Little Mouseling lives with her family in Wintermouse Wood. She loves having a big family, but she’s so small that she often gets left out when her older brothers and sisters go out to play. Can this shy little mouse find a best friend to stay by her side?

This gentle, rhyming story is perfect for sharing with your little one at bedtime.

Look out for The Koala Who Could: Winner of the Sainsbury’s Book Prize 2017!

The Lion Inside

(2016) “That day they BOTH learned

That, no matter your size,

We all have a mouse

AND a lion inside.”

A mouse feels small and insecure and determines that what he needs to do is learn how to roar like a lion. He knows he has to act brave when he approaches a lion to learn how. In a hilarious turn of events, the lion is afraid of mice! The mouse comforts the lion, they become friends, and we learn that there’s a lion and a mouse inside all of us.

The inspiring text by Rachel Bright and the fun, bold illustrations by Jim Field teach young readers an important lesson. Regardless of how big or mighty we are, we can all live our dreams and do what we want to do. Fans of Aesop’s “The Lion and the Mouse” will enjoy The Lion Inside!

Cross Crocodile

(2010) Long ago on the Great African Plains, it was so dry before the rain came that all the animals were hot, and thirsty, and hungry. All, that is, except Cross Crocodile. This is the story of how Monkey tricked Crocodile into sharing his food with the other animals

Enormous Elephant

In the days before the Big Rains, many of the animals looked very different. This is the story of how Enormous Elephant came to wave his long trunk and swish his long tail on the Great Plains.

Cinderella

(2020) A sumptuously illustrated retelling of the classic fairytale, Cinderella.

Rediscover the magic of Cinderella and enter a world of enchantment and romance with this exquisite picture book retelling.

Award-winning author Ursula Jones breathes new life into this enduring and best-loved fairytale with her characteristic blend of warmth, humour and charm.

Paired with dazzlingly intricate illustrations, this is a wonderfully evocative, beautiful and contemporary edition of this timeless classic.

I Love My Dinosaur

(2019) There are many different types of families. But none so unusual as this one – it includes a dinosaur!

It’s not every day that a dinosaur takes up residence! It’s lots of fun because Dinosaur loves to join in. He loves to bake and paint, he adores singing and skipping, and he thinks school is great. But dinosaurs are different. For one thing they are very big and sometimes very clumsy, so wherever Dinosaur goes chaos is sure to follow . . .

A warm and funny story about the most unconventional of friendships, from the author of international bestseller, Giraffes Can’t Dance.

Also in the series:

I Love My Mummy Winner of the Booktrust Early Years Award

I Love My Daddy A Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller

The Squirrels Who Squabbled

(2017) Two greedy squirrels learn to share, in this hilarious rhyming adventure from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside.

Greedy squirrels Cyril and Bruce both have their sights on a very special prize: THE VERY LAST NUT OF THE SEASON! As the nut bounces crazily though the forest, the squirrels race after it, between the trees, over boulders, down the river and – ARGH! – right to the edge of a waterfall! Working together might be the only way to save themselves now …

A laugh-out-loud tale about friendship and sharing. Perfect for competitive friends and sibling rivals!

‘A charming story about sharing and friendship.’ Parents in Touch

‘Reminiscent of Julia Donaldson.’ The Sun

‘Delightful to read again and again.’ The Bookbag

‘A truly delightful tale.’ The School Librarian.

I Love My Grandad Board Book

-2017

I Love My Puppy

(2015) A book to delight anyone who either owns, or wants to own, a pet – from the team behind the ever popular I Love My Mummy and I Love My Daddy.

When a new puppy joins the family, this cute little bundle of joy brings both fun and new responsibilities! The excitement of this big event is explored with warmth and humour by Giles Andreae, the author of international bestseller Giraffes Can’t Dance. From walks in the park, to chewed shoelaces!

Pitch-perfect rhyme and cute, colourful pictures make this book great to share with even the youngest child.