The Girl Who Loves Bugs is a hilarious and heart-warming story empowering young girls to always be curious, from superstar writer Lily Murray and Waterstones Prize-winning illustrator, Jenny Lovlie. Evie loves bugs. And she's fed up of having to keep up with her mums and brother on walks when she'd rather be peering under logs and examining snails.So, one day, she decides to bring the bugs inside, so she can be with them all the time. The problem is, the family is coming to stay, even fearsome Great Gran, who doesn't stand for any nonsense. And on the day of their arrival, Evie wakes up to find her bugs have escaped .. . all over the house! What is Great Gran going to say?A beautiful, bug-filled story about following your dreams, and the unconditional love of family.With ideas and tips at the back for looking after some of your own bugs (outside!).
The Girl Who Loves Bugs is a hilarious and heart-warming story empowering young girls to always be curious, from superstar writer Lily Murray and Waterstones Prize-winning illustrator, Jenny Lovlie. Evie loves bugs. And she's fed up of having to keep up with her mums and brother on walks when she'd rather be peering under logs and examining snails.So, one day, she decides to bring the bugs inside, so she can be with them all the time. The problem is, the family is coming to stay, even fearsome Great Gran, who doesn't stand for any nonsense. And on the day of their arrival, Evie wakes up to find her bugs have escaped .. . all over the house! What is Great Gran going to say?A beautiful, bug-filled story about following your dreams, and the unconditional love of family.With ideas and tips at the back for looking after some of your own bugs (outside!).
SELECTED AS ONE OF THE MAIL ON SUNDAY EVENT MAGAZINE'S TOP SUMMER READS 2019Our feisty heroine Eliza Jane isn’t your average child. Instead of a cute, fluffy bunny, she has her heart firmly set on a p
From the best-selling author and illustrator team behind The Dinosaur Department Store, this charming picture book about overcoming fears, discovering your talent and the wonderful power of friendship will appeal to dino-loving children everywhere. Eliza Jane lives in a town where dinosaurs and humans live happily side-by-side - raptors run restaurants, Troodons are teachers and you can even pay a visit to see a dinosaur dentist. Every dinosaur has a job to do, apart from one shy dino called Parry who always feels like he's getting in the way.Eliza Jane is determined to help him find his groove but everything poor Parry tries seems to end in disaster. Then, one night, Eliza Jane discovers that Parry has a very special hidden talent and a star is born ...
Five little penguins went out one dayOver the hills and far away. Mamma Penguin said "Hurry back to me!"How many penguins can you see? Join the adorable penguins on a lift-the-flap walk through a winter wonderland. There's so much to see as Mamma Penguin and her chicks waddle through a frosty forest, skate down an icy river and toboggan down snowy slopes.Along the way, they meet all kinds of festive animals playing in the snow. But wait - the chicks are disappearing one by one... Whatever are they up to? Lift the flaps to find the chicks and discover a fantastic surprise ending.Based on the nursery rhyme 'Five Little Ducks', the second title in an all-new lift-the-flap series is perfect for sharing at Christmas.
Five little ghosts floated off one day,Over the hills and far away. Mamma Ghost said "Fly back to me!"How many ghostlings can you see?Join the adorable ghostlings on another lift-the-flap adventure through a spooky forest. There's so much to see as Mamma Ghost and her ghostlings float through a pumpkin patch, play peek-a-boo in a misty wood and explore a haunted house.Along the way, they meet all kinds of friendly animals. But wait - the ghostlings are disappearing one by one... Whatever are they up to? Lift the flaps to find the ghostlings and discover a fantastic surprise ending.Perfect for fans of We're Going on a Bear Hunt. Based on the nursery rhyme 'Five Little Ducks', the third title in an all-new lift-the-flap series is perfect for sharing in Autumn. Also available:Five Little ChicksFive Little Penguins
A funny and frock-filled story for modern children who might want sequins and sparkles on their dresses—but also want pockets!Lucy and Aunt Augusta are dress shopping. And, at the Fabulous Fashion Store, there are dresses to suit just about everyone. There are fancy dresses, frilly dresses, stripy dresses, silly dresses, sundresses, fun dresses, blue dresses, green… But Lucy doesn't care about frills or lace. She wants a dress WITH POCKETS. And as she wades through the swishy dresses, witchy dresses, very, very itchy dresses, she starts to worry about where she's going to put her leaves, and nettles, and delicate petals, her magical spells and beautiful shells. The hunt is on: will Lucy find the dress of her dreams?
There are lots of ways that we can feel loved and give love. Love in its broadest sense. Mindful words explore themes such as self love, a parent's love for new baby, the bond between siblings, friendship, fighting for what you believe in, and missing someone who's no longer there.Imagined with sublime illustrations that perfectly embody each side. Love may feel proud like a peacock, on display for the world to see, but it may also sing a softer song that goes unheard to those who are not listening. A beautifully illustrated mini picture book from an artist skyrocketing in popularity.
