Amanda Gorman (Author)
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Loren Long (Illustrator)
""I can hear change humming
In its loudest, proudest song.
I don't fear change coming,
And so I sing along."
Discover this lyrical picture book from presidential inaugural poet Amanda Gorman and No.1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Loren Long
Join a young girl as she leads a cast of characters on a musical journey. They learn that they have the power to make changes - big or small - in the world, in their communities, and most importantly, in themselves.
Packed with incredible illustrations, rhythmic text and an empowering and joyful message, young (and older) readers will adore Change Sings.
Kate Hosford (Author)
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Jennifer M. Potter (Illustrator)
Do you know how animals sleep?
Beautiful poems about sleeping animals are interspersed with fascinating facts and beautiful illustrations - in this perfect book for bedtime!
Otters fall asleep while holding hands; zebra finches practise their songs while dreaming; dolphins keep one half of their brain awake . . .
Ladybird (Author)
Includes free audio CD!
From rockets to mermaids and everything in between, there's something for everyone in this diverse and contemporary collection.
Perfect for young children aged 4+ who are approaching poetry for the very first time, these poems can be performed out loud, shared with others or simply read in your head. Featuring award-winning poets, brand new voices, hip-hop artists and spoken-word performers, this is a wonderfully fresh, diverse and relevant new anthology that will get children laughing, thinking, sharing and performing!
With gorgeous illustrations by Laurie Stansfield, and an accompanying CD that features performances from the poets themselves.
Dan Brown (Author)
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Susan Batori (Illustrator)
#1 New York Times bestselling author Dan Brown is back with a paperback edition of his debut picture book, the lyrically mindful, humorous, musical, and uniquely entertaining WILD SYMPHONY!
Travel through the trees and across the seas with Maestro Mouse and his musical friends! Young readers will meet a big blue whale and speedy cheetahs, tiny beetles and graceful swans. Each has a special secret to share.
Along the way, you might spot the surprises Maestro Mouse has left for you-a hiding buzzy bee, jumbled letters that spell out clues, and even a coded message to solve!
Children and adults can enjoy this timeless picture book as a traditional read-along, or can choose to listen to original musical compositions as they read-one for each animal-using a free interactive smartphone app which uses augmented reality to instantly play the appropriate song for each page when the camera of a mobile device is held over it.
Edward Lear (Author)
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Charlotte Voake (Illustrator)
The Owl and the Pussy-cat went to sea
In a beautiful pea-green boat...
Edward Lear's classic poem has delighted readers of all ages for generations and is given new life by Charlotte Voake's exquisite illustrations in this beautiful new edition. Introduced by a foreword from world-renowned children's author and Lear devotee, Julia Donaldson, this is a book to be treasured by Lear fans both old and young.
Quentin Blake (Author)
'A is for Apples, some green and some red
B is for Breakfast we're having in bed.'
With a simple rhyming text and characteristically brilliant illustrations from Quentin Blake, this wonderful ABC is an absolute must for young children just getting to grips with their alphabet.
Rhiannon Findlay (Author)
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Siân Roberts (Illustrator)
Oh no! Patch the puppy has gone missing! Can YOU help find him?
A brilliantly interactive, rhyming read-aloud adventure before bedtime from the bestselling author of the Ten Minutes to Bed series.
Tiptoe over, under, round and through the book, just . . . don't disturb the PIRATE!
Fans of Ten Minutes to Bed, Little Unicorn will love helping the Princess on her quest in this immersive, interactive adventure with a wind-down-to-bedtime ending!
Raymond Briggs (Illustrator)
With over 250 nursery rhymes, including both well-known favourites and hidden gems, this collection has something for every child. Beautiful illustrated by Raymond Briggs, the much-loved creator of the Snowman, this revised edition of a famous classic first won the Kate Greenaway in 1966 and is now available again for a whole new generation.
