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Big Bad Dragon Club
From the superstar creator of The Dragon with the Blazing Bottom comes a hilarious new story about three wicked dragons who are absolutely determined to be bad. We're the Bad Dragon Club and we're bad as can be. We're rascals and rogues and wrong'uns all three. We're so full of bad, any badder and we'd burst. We're the Bad Dragon Club and we're here to do our worst. Scorch, Grub and Fang think they are a rather fearsome gang. But when their attempts to cause mayhem somehow keep misfiring and actually HELP people, will these three bad dragons . . . turn good? Look out for other, hilarious books by Beach:The Dragon with the Blazing Bottom The Knight with the Blazing Bottom The Princess with the Blazing Bottom
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Capybara Disco Dreams
The first in a funny and empowering new picture book series about finding your confidence, starring the Internet's favourite animal - the capybara.Everybody STOPS, everybody stares . . . but Capybara's bopping like they just don't care! Capybara loves to dance! He rocks, he rumbas and he even Zumbas. But the other animals at the disco think a dancing capybara is simply ridiculous. And the Lemur, the Llama, the Shrew and the Gnu are much too embarrassed to join in . . . Can Capybara show them just how much FUN it is to dance like nobody's watching? Perfect for fans of Giraffes Can't Dance, The Gecko and the Echo, The Koala Who Could, Marmalade and Oscar the Hungry Unicorn.
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The Rainbow Flamingo
This one young flamingo, Adele was her name, Knew under HER wings something wasn't the same. Whilst quite unremarkably pink from outside … Inside were some colours she struggled to hide! Adele wants nothing more than to be just like all the other flamingos. But hiding who she really is feels horribly tough. Can Adele find the courage to celebrate her true colours? Perfect for fans of Perfectly Norman, this thought-provoking and touching story empowers children to embrace their uniqueness and have the courage to stand out. 'A riotous, dazzling, joy-filled book, brimming with hope and warmth'Ian Eagleton, award-winning author of Nen and the Lonely Fisherman 'An explosion of colour, humour and joy. I loved it and can't wait for my kids to read it!'Abi Elphinstone, bestselling children's book author 'A delightfully colourful and joyous book with the celebration of diversity at its heart'Patricia Cleveland-Peck, bestselling author of You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus 'An uplifting tale of acceptance and having the courage to show your true colours!'Caryl Hart, bestselling picture book author 'A positive, uplifting, feel-good book about the joy that can come from being yourself'Clare Helen Welsh, award-winning author of Wee? It Wasn't Me! 'Stylish with a gorgeous message - Catherine and Claire are the picture book dream team!'Steven Lenton, bestselling children's book creator 'I absolutely love Catherine's comforting rhyme and Claire's illustrations are dazzling!'Pip Jones, bestselling children's book author 'A touching, reassuring and wonderfully rhythmical story about having the courage to display one's true colours'Simon Philip, award-winning author of You Must Bring a Hat 'A fabulous riot of colour on every page, as Adele the Flamingo dances her way through this heart-warming tale about finding your place in the world. Emmett and Powell are brilliant!'Lu Fraser, bestselling author of The Littlest Yak
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Elephant Can't Jump
It's time for the Big Boing Off competition and all the usual contestants, Flea, Frog, Goat and Kangaroo, are taking part. But they aren't the only ones . . . because this year Elephant is determined to be the first EVER elephant to compete. There is just one problem - elephants CAN'T jump! But, with the help of some clever, creative and rather amusing ideas from her friends - including a space hopper, a pogo stick and even a catapult - perhaps Elephant can find a way to go BOING after all . . . A laugh-out-loud picture book about teamwork, perseverance, dreaming BIG and making the impossible possible, with gloriously zingy illustrations.
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Bedtime for Little Digger
AN ADORABLE AND SOOTHING STORY TO GENTLY ENCOURAGE THE BEDTIME WIND-DOWN FROM TWO PICTURE BOOK SUPERSTARS!It's bedtime for Little Digger and friends as the sun sets and the stars start to twinkle. As all the other vehicles make their way home, Little Digger isn't ready to finish work just yet, but even little diggers need to rest so that they can get up bright and early and do their very busy best?A calming, perfectly pitched text by author Smriti Halls, is delightfully complemented by Sue Hendra's (co-creator of blockbuster series Supertato) charming, fun-filled illustrations. First in a new bedtime series from two picture book superstars! Soothing, rhythmic text centred on a childhood favourite to encourage little ones to go to sleep. Fun and appealing illustrations whose colours gradually blend to night-time. The last picture book you'll need before they go to sleep! Selected titles by Smriti Halls (illustrated by Steve Small):I'm Sticking with YouI'm Sticking with You TooLet's Stick TogetherTiny Tiger says Why Can't I?Selected titles by Sue Hendra (co-created with Paul Linnet):Supertato Supertato: Night of the Living VegSupertato: Happy Birthday, Nitwit!Barry the Fish with FingersNorman the Slug with the Silly ShellNo-Bot the Robot with No Bottom
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There's a Beach in My Pants!
We went to the seaside, Mum, Pip and me. To play in the sand dunes and splash in the sea, We'd have SO MUCH fun, I had it all planned! As soon as we got there . . . I RAN FOR THE SAND! But one little girl gets SO MUCH MORE than she bargained for after her day out at the beach - with the most hilarious consequences! From superstar fiction author Michelle Harrison and bestselling illustrator David Tazzyman comes the first book in a laugh-out-loud series set to become a family favourite.
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The Bridges
A moving celebration of the power of books and reading from bestselling author and illustrator, Tom Percival, creator of Ruby's Worry. Mia feels alone; so alone that it's as if she lives on a small island, far out to sea. But then one day, Mia is given a book - the first she has ever been able to call her own. As Mia reads the book, bridges appear and her island fills with colour and life. And the more Mia reads, the stronger the bridges become, opening up a world of connection and hope... Because a book can take you anywhere... Celebrate the power of books and reading in this moving picture book by Tom Percival, author of Ruby's Worry and The Invisible, among many more.Also by Tom Percival and published by Simon & Schuster:The Sea SawThe InvisibleThe RiverComing in January 2026: The Wonder
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The Big Fish
Meet Nell and Beany, two friends who love to go on adventures together! Today Nell and Beany are going on a fishing trip. But what will they catch? With a read-aloud rhyming story, a cute cat and dog duo, and tabs and a wheel to push, slide and turn, Nell & Beany: The Big Fish is a charming, action-packed tiny adventure for preschool children.From bestselling preschool author Camilla Reid and award-winning illustrator Kate Hindley, little readers will love joining Nell and Beany on their adventure, with plenty to do and see along the way.Look out for more books from Camilla Reid including Five Little Trains, Is Dot in the Tree? and Old MacDonald Had a Zoo.
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Who Says Moo?
Follow Little Calf as she learns to make a big noise on the farm! Which other animals will she meet along the way, and what sounds do they make?There are chunky tabs on every spread that are easy for babies to pull, helping them develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, and animal noises for them to repeat! With artwork by Axel Scheffler, bestselling illustrator of The Gruffalo, this is the perfect gift to share with little ones.Discover more animal adventures from Axel Scheffler: My First Animal Playbook, Who's Hiding on Safari? and In the Jungle.
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The Ice Cream Crocodile
A fabulously winning story about a crocodile who will not be sidelined, from the extraordinary team behind There's a Tiger on the Train.Elvis loves the circus life -The thrills, the skills, the treats,The wide-eyed crowds that cheer out loud,The rows of polished seats.BUT . . . Sidney, the ringmaster, only lets fluffy and feathery animals perform on stage. Can Elvis the crocodile show his STAR potential?Colour and charm pour out of every page of this stunningly illustrated and utterly heartwarming story.
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Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Push, pull and slide the colourful scenes to bring a classic fairy tale to life in this delightful introduction for toddlers to Goldilocks and the Three Bears!Little ones can immerse themselves in a magical world as they follow curious Goldilocks into the Bear family's home, sampling porridge, chairs and even their beds!Reimagined for a new generation with vibrant illustrations by Natascha Rosenberg, this is perfect for toddlers who like to play as they read, with the story retold in gentle rhyming text to capture their imagination and easy-to-handle mechanisms to develop fine motor skills.Listen along to an audio recording of this story by scanning the QR code on the back cover.Collect more magical tales in the First Stories series with Jack and the Beanstalk, The Jungle Book and Little Red Riding Hood.
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Little Red Riding Hood
Push, pull and slide the colourful scenes to bring a classic fairy tale to life in this delightful introduction for toddlers to Little Red Riding Hood!Little ones can immerse themselves in a magical world as the Big, Bad Wolf follows brave Little Red to Grandma's house.Reimagined for a new generation with vibrant illustrations by Natascha Rosenberg, this is perfect for toddlers who like to play as they read, with the story retold in gentle rhyming text to capture their imagination and easy-to-handle mechanisms to develop fine motor skills.Listen along to an audio recording of this story by scanning the QR code on the back cover.Collect more magical tales in the First Stories series with Jack and the Beanstalk, Beauty and the Beast and Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
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Daddy Dropoff
It's Dad's turn to get Bluey and Bingo ready for school and kindy, but the girls aren't making things easy. Dad tries to keep the morning on track, but their games quickly derail the day. Join the fun in this Daddy Drop Off picture book!'Right, kids. Daddy Dropoff! We are NOT going to be late this time.'Don't miss these other awesome Bluey books:Bluey: The ShowBluey: Daddy RobotBluey: ZooBluey is an Emmy award-winning Australian children's television programme following the adventures of a loveable six-year-old Blue Heeler Puppy, Bluey and her family. It's currently showing on Disney+, BBC iPlayer and CBeebies in the UK. Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. Join Bluey in this fun collection of story, activity and novelty books that celebrate play.
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The Panda-Badger
A magical and uplifting story about acceptance and belonging from CBeebies presenter Ben CajeeIn a world where you're either a Panda or a Badger, Pablo - a Panda-Badger - breaks all the rules. However, being different doesn't make Pablo feel lucky - it just makes him feel sad. He isn't a Badger. He isn't a Panda. He doesn't belong.But one day, there's a glow in the distance - a glow that changes everything. As Pablo uses his skills to save the day in a way that neither a Badger nor a Panda could, he realises the power that can be found in uniqueness - and he uses this power to unite both communities, changing the world around him for the better.This debut story from CBeebies presenter Ben Cajee is an affirming and empowering tale about appreciating your own uniqueness and a true celebration of the power and joy that comes from embracing diversity.
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Peppa's Sleepover Fun
Freddy Fox is having a sleepover, and everyone is invited! Peppa and friends enjoy all sorts of fun - playing hide-and-seek, having a picnic, and exploring what's behind a secret door. And what better way to end the day than with a delicious pizza party!Join Peppa in this exciting lift-the-flap adventure.Don't miss these other brilliant Peppa books:Peppa Pig: Peppa at the Farm: A Lift-the-Flap BookPeppa Pig: Peppa's Best SleepoverPeppa Pig: Peppa's Superhero Party: A lift-the-flap bookPeppa Pig is a 4-time BAFTA award-winning preschool animation shown in the UK daily on Channel Five's Milkshake and Nick Jnr. Peppa is a loveable, cheeky little piggy whose days are filled with action packed activities. Along with her family and friends, Peppa learns and plays and has lots of fun. Join Peppa and her family on their funny, action-packed, everyday adventures in this collection of activity, story and novelty books.
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Jemima Puddle-Duck's Farmyard Muddle
Join Peter Rabbit in this lift-the-flap farmyard adventure with Jemima Puddle-duck. A perfect introduction for toddlers to the wonderful World of Peter Rabbit.Peter is visiting Jemima Puddle-duck on the farm and is excited to discover that she is nesting and her ducklings will be hatching soon! But when Jemima goes to show Peter her precious eggs, she realises one is missing . . . ! Peter jumps into action and helps Jemima search high and low for her runaway egg. Will they find it before it's too late?With its simple, lyrical read-aloud text, vivid contemporary illustrations and flaps to explore on every spread this adventure is perfect for curious little bunnies everywhere.Discover more in this series:The World of Peter Rabbit: Peter Rabbit Gets StuckThe World of Peter Rabbit: Cotton-tail's Christmas Tree
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The Dinosaur That Pooped a Football
Join Danny and Dinosaur at the Galaxy Cup football final! When the sneaky, cheating Saturn Slimers cover Danny's favourite team in goo, Dino and Danny need to come up with a game plan...Can Dino's rumbling tummy save the day?With rip-roaring rhyme and laugh-out-loud silliness, the Dinosaur that Pooped series has sold over 1.5 million copies around the world!Danny and Dino were really excited.A big football final - and they were invited!The Galaxy Cup was about to take placeon planet Galaxis, out in deep space.This hilarious addition to the lift-the-flap series features a host of hidden surprises. The poop-filled adventure is written by bestselling author duo Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, and brought to life by the proposterously talented Garry Parsons!A brilliant addition to this ridiculously funny picture book series, which includes:The Dinosaur that Pooped ChristmasThe Dinosaur that Pooped a PlanetThe Dinosaur that Pooped the PastThe Dinosaur that Pooped the BedThe Dinosaur that Pooped a PrincessThe Dinosaur that Pooped a Pirate
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The Turtle Who Turned the Tide
A heartwarming tale of adventure, bravery and one baby turtle who changes her world for good - from the bestselling and award-winning creators of The Lion Inside.On a midnight-black beach, it's time for a GRAND HATCHING. A rowdy crowd of animal onlookers have gathered to see which baby turtle will win the great race to safety in the sea.But when Tula's brother loses his way, this baby turtle faces a difficult choice: will she choose to win the race or will she turn back to rescue her brother? And will the other animals stay on the sidelines, or will Tula's brave decision inspire them to join the rescue mission?An inspiring and funny rhyming story of how we ALL have the power to change things for the better.Look out for more wonderful books from The World of Rachel Bright and Jim Field:The Lion InsideThe Koala Who CouldThe Squirrels Who SquabbledThe Way Home for WolfThe Whale Who Wanted MoreThe Gecko and the EchoThe Pandas Who PromisedThe Camel Who Had the HumpPraise for The Lion Inside:'A heartfelt message, delightfully conveyed.' Parents in Touch'Captivating.' Books for Keeps'A delight to read over and over again.' WRD
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Who's at the Zoo?
Join in the fun at the zoo! Packed full of favourite zoo animals, and with a large flap to lift on every page, Who's at the Zoo? is perfect for young fans of the What the Ladybird Heard series.The elephant is fast asleep and the tiger is playing with her cubs, but where are those cunning thieves, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len? And where is the quiet little ladybird? With bright and colourful illustrations, this interactive board book is perfect for little fingers!Based on Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks' bestselling picture book, What the Ladybird Heard at the Zoo (previously called What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday), preschool children will love finding all their favourite characters.Collect more What the Ladybird Heard lift-the-flap books: Who's on the Farm? and Who's at the Seaside?
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Boots and Cats
Have fun with sounds in this super silly beatboxing book - perfect for kids who like to read aloud!Introducing Boots and Cats, silly brilliant fun from author Hazel Gardner and prolific illustrator Fred Blunt. Enjoy the free audio track from professional beatboxer Conrad Murray - scan the QR code and beatbox along! With bobbing bunnies, guinea pig wigs and a high-wire act from an elephant this innovative, entertaining book is bursting with wild, unexpected sounds. Inspired by the rhythms of beatboxing, it's hilariously satisfying to read aloud. Beatbox along with the audio QR code, toe-tapping guaranteed!Using the well-known beatboxing starting point pattern of Boots and Cats this book takes you on a fantastical, magical ride, down to a deep-sea diner, a nightclub where ducks dance and an exhilarating rollercoaster ride.Bold, wacky and brilliantly funny, Boots and Cats tickles the imagination, reminding us all to find the fun in reading aloud - and to do it together!
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A Home for Spark the Dragon
A heartwarming picture book for children of three and up about the importance of home, by much-loved actor and activist Michael Sheen and co-author Jess Webb.When Spark the dragon wakes up to find a storm has destroyed his cosy nest, he must find a new place to live. But Spark soon discovers that a house needs more than just walls to feel like home. Will he ever find the right place for him?This heartwarming story by Michael Sheen and co-author Jess Webb is brought to life by Sarah Massini's stunning illustrations.Puffin and the author Michael Sheen are proud to give 50p for every English-language paperback copy of this book sold in the UK and Ireland to Shelter (registered charity no. 263710 England and Wales, SC002327 Scotland). Shelter will pay an equivalent amount for sales made in Wales to Shelter Cymru (registered charity no: 515902); in Northern Ireland to Housing Rights (registered charity no: NIC 105735); and in Ireland to Focus Ireland (charity no: CHY 7220). Shelter is a charity whose mission is to help support children and families affected by the UK's housing emergency.
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Ug Want Hug
Meet Ug and Og, the hilarious new prehistoric double act. Ug REALLY wants a hug, but nobody will give him one. Not the grumpy toad, or the squirting flower, and DEFINITELY NOT the sabre-toothed tiger. Poor Ug! Could there be someone right under Ug's nose who would LOVE a hug . . . if only Ug would notice?A delightfully funny story with a light-hearted message about consent, which teaches little ones that not everyone wants to be hugged.
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The Great Unicorn Escape
Enter a magical, colourful world in The Great Unicorn Escape - an enchanting, unicorn-filled tale about siblings and looking after each other . . . and baby dragons! From the award-winning, bestselling Diane Ewen.Norrie and her little sister Star are two unicorns that live in a magical forest near Norrie's best friend, Louella. Little sisters can be a bit annoying - Star likes to copy almost everything Norrie does, and she always wants to join in whatever she's doing.But when Star disappears everyone joins together to help Norrie find her. They search far and wide, and what they find is a BIG surprise . . .A heartfelt story about sisters, and how looking after each other might just be the most fun of all!
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I Love Football
Push, pull, and slide the tabs to play an exciting match in I Love Football! Block the ball from entering the net, pass to your teammate and score the winning goal. Meet 16 famous football heroes too, including Kylian Mbappé, Hannah Hampton and Lionel Messi.Perfect for football-mad toddlers who like to play as they read, they will love this colourful board book with easy-to-handle mechanisms, a sweet rhyme and wonderful illustrations by Jayri Gómez.Listen along to an audio recording of this story by scanning the QR code on the back cover.Discover more active titles in the bestselling Busy Books series with Busy Tennis, Busy Scooters, Busy Dancing and Busy Bikes.
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