Follow the adventures of a little girl who's dream of flying comes true in this stunning story by Shirley Hughes. The illustrations are packed with detail and wordless pages encourage children to enga
As Lenny's father goes off to fight in the second world war he gives his son a brass badge with a lion and a unicorn on it. Lenny keeps it with him when bombs are dropped on his street and when he has
Three Grandma stories in one book! Celebrating Alfie and Grandma's special relationship.Alfie and Grandma are very special friends, and together they have lots of adventures! Whether it's saving the d
Join Alfie for two classic adventures: Alfie's Feet ad Alfie Gives a Hand...In Alfie's Feet, Alfie splish, splash, sploshes in his new yellow boots, which are perfect for stamping in puddles on rainy
A magical, beautifully illustrated story about the friendship between two very special toys: Jonadab, the donkey who can fly, and Rita, his brave little mouse friend.Jonadab is a very special toy donk
In this wonderful collection of poems, Katie and her little brother Olly romp through the changing seasons, taking pleasure in the different elements and weather conditions – sunshine, wind, rain, mis
Best friends, Chips and Jessie, have got their very own book of stories to star in, and now they want to introduce you to all the special people they know. Read on to meet all their family, friends an
When Dave loses his favourite toy, Dogger, he is very sad. But when Dogger turns up on a stall at the garden fete, everything seems all right - until someone else buys him before Dave can get the mone
Celebrate dads everywhere with this wonderful collection of stories from the award-winning Shirley HughesJoin Alfie and his dad as they spend time together in this wonderful collection of stories from
Lucy has her school things ready. She has a new grey skirt, a pair of brown shoes, a pencil case and a satchel. Tom wishes that he had a satchel too. Full of warmth and good humour, the happy simplici
It’s Christmas, and Lucy and Tom are getting ready! There are cards to make, a tree to decorate and presents to hide.And how can you get to sleep when Father Christmas may be coming? This classic pict
Alfie and Annie Rose's neighbor, Mr. MacNally, is very sad. His old cat Smokey has died. As it is nearly his birthday, his family decides to hold a surprise party and buy a particularly special presen
Alfie’s nursery school is right next door to the Big School where the big boys go. Alfie and Bernard wish they could be friends with the most popular big boy, Ian Barger, but Ian never takes any notic
Alfie and Bernard are very best friends and together they have lots of adventures. Join them as they go to the library, take part in scooter races and make a very special club with only two special me
Dixie, Percy and their new friend, Ariel, are off on an adventure in the clouds. Making a speedy getaway from their archenemy Lou Ella, they find themselves soaring away in a hot-air balloon! But ther
A dark and stormy night, a camping trip gone awry, and an old house which looks like it might be ... haunted? Dixie and Percy need to stick together in this mysterious adventure full of scrapes, peril
Dixie O'Day and his best friend Percy are off on holiday, and drive straight into adventure! Peaches Miaow, the fabulous pop star, has her priceless diamond necklace stolen from the Hotel Splendide in
This charming collection of nine short stories, poems, and colorful pictures starring Alfie and his baby sister, Annie Rose, celebrate the drama of everyday life.
In this wonderful collection of poems, by best-loved and Kate Greenaway Medal-winner, Shirley Hughes, Katie and her little brother Olly go out and about, romping through the changing seasons. They tak
Mum is ill and Dad has to go to work, so Lily will have to go to Melanie's house for the day. Dad says she'll have lots of fun, but there's a problem: Lily doesn't want to go!Join Lily as she braves M
Join Alfie and Annie Rose for Christmas! Alfie opens his advent calendar and makes cards and presents. He sings carols and decorates the tree. And he writes a special letter to Father Christmas... But
A delightful introduction to letters and first words from Shirley Hughes, one of the best-known and most-loved picture book creators.Learning your ABC is fun and easy in with Katie and her baby brothe
Alfie is heading off to the seaside with his grandma, and makes a new friend on the beach! But unfortunately all's not fair in love and friendship, and Alfie - with a little help from Grandma and Bern
Colours, shapes and sizes, sounds, opposites and numbers - these are the concepts introduced to young children in this delightful nursery picture book, which features a lively toddler and her equally
A delightful introduction to numbers from Shirley Hughes, one of the best-known and most-loved picture book creators.Learning how to count is fun and easy with Katie and her baby brother, Olly. Join t
How will Dixie and Percy cope with the whizzing world of bicycles? And with a new friend coming between them, could there be trouble in store for our two heroes? Expect crashes, smashes, bumps and ban
Mom and Dad have gone out for the night, leaving Maureen MacNally to look after Alfie and Annie Rose. Everything is quiet until water starts dripping from the ceiling! With a little help from Mr. and
Charlie Moon's Auntie Jean runs a joke shop at the seaside. Charlie loves to go and stay there and try out the comic hats, masks, rubber spiders, fake flowers that squirt water, and cushions that sque
1, 2, 3 – go! It’s time to count with Alfie… Alfie and Annie Rose make two, and take you on a journey all the way to 10! It takes two to see-saw, and there’s four in Alfie’s family. Alfie’s world is f
An inspiring tale of Christmas goodwill and acceptance from Shirley Hughes, one of the world's best-loved picture-book creators.When Bronwen and Dylan are frightened by ghostly noises from the chimney
A collection of stories and poems starring Alfie as he discovers the wonder of life in the great outdoors with various family members, including his sister Annie Rose, Grandma, and Dad.
Any old weather is Alfie weather and as Alfie demonstrates in this stunning collection of stories and poems, there's always lots to do come rain or shine.Whether it's exploring frozen puddles on a fro
Dave has a very special soft brown toy called Dogger. Dave's very fond of Dogger and takes him everywhere. Until one day Dogger goes missing - and Dave won't rest until he's found. . . &
From much-loved author Shirley Hughes comes a thrilling World War II novel for children aged 10 and up. It is 1944 and Florence, Italy, is occupied by Nazi German forces. The Italian resistance moveme
Sally, a little girl who likes making houses behind curtains, under tables, and in boxes, finds a nook in the garden where she can make a secret house and invite her friend Rose to tea.
Alfie gets out and about in the garden with Dad, in this glorious book about growing, playing and sharing. Seeds are planted; the carrots are going to be a gift for a special friend of Alfie's. But th
Annie Rose and Alfie have lots of games they like to play together, like being scary monsters with Bernard, or running their own shop. But there are some things Annie Rose is too little to do and even
Alfie and his best friend Bernard have a day out full of surprises when they go to meet a very great person indeed. What's more there are secret dens to explore, snowy skies, birthday fun and a very u
You can chat with friends face to face or on the phone; hide outside or in; bounce on the sofa or grandpa’s knee; give a present or a kiss… Featuring Olly and Katie and their friends – who also appear
