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Happy to Be Me

(2019) A fun-filled, rhyming book celebrating bodies of all kinds, from Emma Dodd, the bestselling author-illustrator of Forever and Sometimes.

Thank you, hands, you touch and hold.

Ears, you hear the things I’m told.

Thank you, eyes, you let me see.

Oh, I’m so happy to be me!

Emma Dodd’s simple, heartfelt story offers children and their parents a way of talking easily, and with gratitude, about their bodies and the wonderful things they can do. This is the perfect way to build body confidence and self-esteem in even the youngest children!

‘With simple, rhyming text and bright, colourful artwork, this delightful picture book … reminds us that each and every body is different, with its diverse cast of young friends including a wheelchair-user, a child with a hearing aid and characters with glasses. Another success from the bestselling author-illustrator’ BookTrust

Look out for these other amazing books from Emma Dodd (written by Giles Andreae):

I Love My Mummy

I Love My Daddy

I Love My Grandma

I Love My Grandad

I Love My Teacher

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

Oi Dog

(2016) The laughter never ends with Oi Frog and Friends!

The absurdly funny sequel to the bestselling Oi Frog, this hilarious rhyming story will have children rolling around with laughter!

*Winner of the Laugh Out Loud Picture Book Award* *Shortlisted for the Sainsbury’s Book Award*

Cat is a stickler for rules: cats sit on mats, hares sit on chairs and, however irritating, dogs must sit on frogs.

That’s until Frog decides to change the status quo …

But will Cat want to sit on gnats instead of cushy mats? Will spiders like sitting on gliders? Will whales like sitting on nails? And, most importantly, where is FROG going to sit?

“This is a gigglingly delightful book, a perfect match of words and pictures to entertain again and again.” Daily Mail

Can’t get enough? Look out for: Oi Frog, Oi Cat, Oi Duck-billed Platypus, Oi Puppies

Oi Frog and Friends is a top ten bestselling series. Loved by children and parents, the books have won numerous awards, including the Laugh Out Loud Picture Book Award, and been shortlisted for many more!

Please Mr Panda

(2015) Learn to say ‘Please’ with Mr Panda in this charmingly funny picture book.

Mr Panda has a tray of doughnuts. Patiently and politely, Mr Panda asks his friends if they would like one. Each animal says yes, but without the all-important ‘please’! Is anyone worthy of Mr Panda’s doughnuts?

“An ideal book for kids to learn about good manners.” The Sun

“Simple yet funny enough for multiple readings.” Kirkus

“Does the job beautifully.” The Times (Children’s Book of the Week)

Look out for more books starring the grumpy (but loveable!) Mr Panda. Over half a million copies sold to date!

Thank You Mr Panda

I’ll Wait Mr Panda

Goodnight Mr Panda

Mr Panda’s Colours

Mr Panda’s Feelings

Oi Frog

(2015) The laughter never ends with Oi Frog and Friends!

Jam-packed with the silliest of animals, this bestselling rhyming story will have the youngest of readers in fits of laughter. Over 1 million copies sold!

Cats sit on mats, hares sit on chairs, mules sit on stools and gophers sit on sofas. But Frog does not want to sit on a log. Jam-packed with animals and silliness, this original rhyming story is guaranteed to get children giggling!

‘An absolute treat.’ Daily Mail

‘Hilarious.’ Guardian

‘The most outstanding children’s book.’ Jo Wiley, BBC Radio 2

Can’t get enough? Look out for: Oi Dog, Oi Cat, Oi Duck-billed Platypus, Oi Puppies

Oi Frog and Friends is a top ten bestselling series. Loved by children and parents, the books have won numerous awards, including the Laugh Out Loud Picture Book Award, and been shortlisted for many more!

I Love My Daddy

(2020) ‘I love my daddy, yes I do.

He’s very kind – and funny too.’

Playing, cooking, singing, snuggling . . . Spend special time with Dad in this joyful, rhyming picture book, brimming

with love, silliness and even pages to personalise!

With a gentle, rhyming story and bold, bright illustrations, this is the perfect celebration of the special relationship between father and child – perfect for sharing on Father’s Day and all year round!

From the bestselling author of Giraffes Can’t Dance, Giles Andreae. With a super shiny finish and extra special pages at the back for every child to personalise for their own daddy!

‘Simple but touching’ – Daily Mail

A Sunday Times Top-Ten Bestseller!

I Love My Mummy

(2018) A sweet, rhyming board book about the special relationship between mother and child.

With a gentle, rhyming story and lovely illustrations, this is a book to be loved, shared and treasured. The perfect gift for every family, for new Mothers, on Mother’s Day or at any time of the year. From the author of picture book classic, Giraffes Can’t Dance.

‘This sweet and heartwarming ditty, told in witty rhyme by Giles Andreae, has cosy, bright illustrations, and is filled with feel-good charm’ – Junior magazine

Winner of the Book Trust Early Years Award!

Mr Pandas Feelings

-2018

The Big Race

(2019) Aardvark is only small and the Big Race is long and hard. But Aardvark is going to join in and give it everything she’s got!

A heart-warming, stylish and delightfully funny celebration of taking part rather than winning from Sebastian Walker Award winner David Barrow.

If you love Julia Donaldson’s The Ugly Five, you will love this.

The Big Race is packed full of wonderful African animals including an aardvark, crocodile, cheetah, buffalo and African hoopoe.

Visit David at davebarrowillustration.co.uk and follow him at @DaveBarrow3

We Love You Mr Panda

(2020) Everyone’s favourite grumpy Panda is looking for love in this laugh-out-loud funny picture book!

Mr Panda is offering free hugs to all his animal friends. But they are all too busy hugging each other! Does nobody love Mr Panda?

Look out for more books starring the grumpy (but loveable!) Mr Panda. Over half a million copies sold to date!

Please Mr Panda

Thank You Mr Panda

I’ll Wait Mr Panda

Goodnight Mr Panda

Mr Panda’s Colours

Mr Panda’s Feelings