About Jean Adamson: Jean Adamson was the creator of more than 100 much-loved children's books spanning five decades. 
She studied Illustration at Goldsmiths where she met her future husband and writing partner Gareth Adamson (1925-1982). They worked on children's books together, with Gareth producing the storylines and Jean the illustration, including Topsy and Tim. 
More than 140 Topsy and Tim titles have been published, selling upwards of 21 million copies around the world. Since 1998, over a million copies have been sold in the UK alone. Sixty episodes of an animated TV series followed, and three seasons of a live-action version have broadcast on CBeebies, which won the BAFTA Pre-school Live Action award in 2016. 
In 1999 Jean Adamson was awarded an MBE for her services to children's literature.

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Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Topsy and Tim: The Complete Audio Collection by Jean and Gareth Adamson, read by Daniel Weyman and Kate Rawson. 
 
Topsy and Tim are always finding fun adventures in the real world, and this collection of stories is perfect for young children having first experiences of their own. 
 
A collection of twenty-six audio stories with fun sound effects and music. 
 
Stories include: Topsy and Tim's First Sleepover, Topsy and Tim Go on An Aeroplane, Topsy and Time Go on Holiday, Topsy and Tim Go to the Hospital, Topsy and Tim Go to the Dentist, Topsy and Tim Go to the Zoo, Topsy and Tim Have a Birthday Party, Topsy and Tim Learn to Swim, Topsy and Tim Meet Father Christmas, Topsy and Tim Move House, Topsy and Tim's Sports Day, Topsy and Tim: The New Baby, Topsy and Tim Visit London, Topsy and Tim At the Farm, Topsy and Tim Go Camping, Topsy and Tim Go on a Train, Topsy and Tim Go to the Doctor, Topsy and Tim Have Itchy Heads, Topsy and Tim Have Their Eyes Tested, Topsy and Tim Help a Friend, Topsy and Tim Meet the Firefighters, Topsy and Tim Meet the Police, Topsy and Tim Play Football, Topsy and Tim: Safety First, Topsy and Tim Start School.

Topsy and Tim: The Complete Audio Collection

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An adaptation of the classic Topsy and Tim story by Jean and Gareth Adamson. It's Sports Day at school and Topsy and Tim are cross that they are not winning any races. With one race to go, will the twins overcome their differences and work together? 
 
Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. 
 
Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. 
 
Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. 
 
Topsy and Tim: The Big Race is a Level 2 Read it yourself title, ideal for children who have received some initial reading instruction and can read short, simple sentences with help.

Topsy and Tim: The Big Race - Read it yourself with Ladybird

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An adaptation of the classic Topsy and Tim story by Jean and Gareth Adamson. Topsy and Tim have fun visiting the zoo and soon decide that all the zoo animals would make great pets. Mummy and Dad have other ideas, though! 
 
Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. 
 
Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. 
 
Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. 
 
Topsy and Tim Go to the Zoo is a Level 1 Read it yourself title, suitable for very early readers who have had some initial reading instruction and are ready to take their first steps in reading real stories. Each story is told very simply, using a small number of frequently repeated words.

Topsy and Tim: Go to the Zoo - Read it yourself with Ladybird

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Start School with Topsy and Tim: First Writing is a lovely, easy-to-use activity book for children who are starting to learn the alphabet. Help your child practise writing letters with this bright, colourful wipe-clean book. Each letter is shown with a picture (a for apple, etc) and with two rows of letters drawn in dotted lines that children can draw over with their special pen. Then they can wipe the page clean and practice again! Each letter is also shown with arrows so children know where to place the pen. Left-handed options are shown in blue. 
Topsy and Tim are lovely, friendly characters who do all the same things real children do. Learning with Topsy and Tim is fun and reassuring. 
A free pen is included with the book.

Start School with Topsy and Tim: Wipe Clean First Writing

This Topsy and Tim activity book has shiny wipe-clean pages and a special pen to make practising first sums as easy as 1, 2, 3! 
Number bonds from 1-10 are introduced in the order that they are taught in schools and fun, colourful illustrations, simple sums and interesting activities help to reinforce first adding and subtracting skills. Help your child to fill in the answers, then they can wipe clean and practise again!

Wipe-Clean First Sums: Start School with Topsy and Tim

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim: Safety First, the children learn about all kinds of things about safety, including crossing the road, playing safely in the garden and using their special booster seats in the car! 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy &amp; Tim remain instantly recognisable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. These wonderful books deserve a place on every child's bookshelves.

Topsy and Tim: Safety First

This Topsy and Tim activity book has shiny, wipe-clean pages and a special pen to make practising first spellings as easy as A, B, C! 
Each page has a selection of themed words to practise that children will come across often and that are based on the new English curriculum, such as key phonics spelling patterns, nouns, verbs, tricky words, numbers and family words. 
 
Help your child to copy over the words or write them out themselves, then they can wipe clean and practise again!

Wipe-Clean First Spellings: Start School with Topsy and Tim

Start School with Topsy and Tim: First Numbers is a lovely, easy-to-use activity book for children who are starting to learn how to count. Help your child practise writing numbers with the bright, colourful activities in this wipe-clean book. Each number from zero to ten has a page of fun activities including tracing over the number, drawing, linking a number to a picture and circling the correct number of things. Children can wipe the page clean and practice again and again. 
Topsy and Tim are lovely, friendly characters who do all the same things real children do. Learning with Topsy and Tim is fun and reassuring for young children who have just started school or who will be starting soon and want to get a head start. 
A free pen is included with the book.

Start School with Topsy and Tim: Wipe Clean First Numbers

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim Have Their Eyes Tested, the twins take a trip to the optician's. Topsy has all sorts of special tests done - but will she need glasses? 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy and Tim remain instantly recognisable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. These wonderful books deserve a place on every child's bookshelves.

Topsy and Tim: Have Their Eyes Tested

Beloved twins Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim: First Sleepover the twins are spending the night at their friend Tony's house. It's a lot of fun but it can be tricky being away from Mummy and Daddy as well. How will they get on staying away from home for the first time? 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books are ideal for sharing with all young children.

Topsy and Tim: First Sleepover

Topsy and Tim are always finding fun adventures in the real world, and this story is reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. It's Christmas and the family are off to the garden centre to choose a Christmas tree, and while they are there the twins meet a very special person. Inside Santa's Grotto is non-other than Father Christmas himself! With the promise that Topsy and Tim have been good all year, he gives them both a present to take home! 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences'. This bestselling Topsy and Tim title has been refreshed with a contemporary and fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of readers.

Topsy and Tim: Meet Father Christmas

Topsy and Tim are the twins who have entertained, guided and delighted children for 60 years. To celebrate the 60th anniversary of publishing, Topsy and Tim: On the Farm is a gorgeous new edition of one of the very first stories about these loveable twins, complete with original artwork. 
 
Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In this special anniversary edition of On the Farm, join the twins as they help collect the eggs, bring the cows to be milked and even feed a calf.

Topsy and Tim: On the Farm anniversary edition

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim Go on Holiday, the twins take a trip to the seaside. But have they remembered to pack everything they need, and will they ever reach the seaside? 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy and Tim remain instantly recognisable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. These wonderful books deserve a place on every child's bookshelves.

Topsy and Tim: Go on Holiday

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim Move House, the twins are moving house but there is a lot of work to do. There are curtains to take down, toys to pack and pets to look after. It is an exciting time for Topsy and Tim, but Kitty, their cat, isn't quite so sure about the move... 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy &amp; Tim remain instantly recognizable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans.

Topsy and Tim: Move House

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim Help a Friend, little Stevie Dunton isn't happy at school - he is being picked on. Topsy and Tim speak to Mummy all about bullying and help their friend through his difficult situation. 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy &amp; Tim remain instantly recognizable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. 
Listen along as you read with the synched audio.

Topsy and Tim: Help a Friend

A story about bullying and friendship

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Halloween Party, join the twins as they help deocorate their house, make pumpkin lanterns and play all sorts of spooky games at their very own Halloween party. 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy &amp; Tim remain instantly recognizable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. 
 
Other Topsy and Tim stories include Topsy and Tim: Go on Holiday, Topsy and Tim: Have their Eyes Tested and Topsy and Tim: First Sleepover.

Topsy and Tim: Halloween Party

Topsy and Tim have an exciting trip to the capital city. What happens when they see the sights and meet the Beefeaters at the Tower of London? 
 
For over thirty-five years, the best-selling Read it yourself with Ladybird has helped children learn to read. 
 
All stories feature essential key words. Story-specific words are repeated to practise throughout. 
 
Designed to be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. 
 
All titles include comprehension puzzles, guidance notes and book band information for schools. 
 
This Level 2 title is ideal for children who have received some initial reading instruction and can read short, simple sentences with help.

Topsy and Tim: Go to London - Read it yourself with Ladybird

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction - featuring Spot, Peppa Pig and Peter Rabbit and classic authors such as Roald Dahl. 
 
Recommended for children aged 3-11, the eight levels of Ladybird Readers follow the CEFR framework(Pre-A1 to A2+) and include extra learning activities that develop key skills and provide preparation for the Cambridge English tests. Each book is Lexile measured and introduces key vocabulary and character names at the start of each reader. The books are written by language learning experts and include access to online audio, supplementary activities and learning resources including role plays, phrase cards and lesson plans. 
 
This Level 1 Reader is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. 
 
Topsy and Tim are going to London with Mommy and Dad. They see the Tower of London and go on a boat. London is great!

Ladybird Readers Level 1 - Topsy and Tim - Go to London (ELT Graded Reader)

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction - featuring Spot, Peppa Pig and Peter Rabbit and classic authors such as Roald Dahl. 
 
Recommended for children aged 3-11, the eight levels of Ladybird Readers follow the CEFR framework(Pre-A1 to A2+) and include extra learning activities that develop key skills and provide preparation for the Cambridge English tests. Each book is Lexile measured and introduces key vocabulary and character names at the start of each reader. The books are written by language learning experts and include access to online audio, supplementary activities and learning resources including role plays, phrase cards and lesson plans. 
 
This Level 1 Reader is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. 
 
Topsy and Tim like going to the farm. They help the farmer, get some eggs, see the animals, and give a calf some milk.

Ladybird Readers Level 1 - Topsy and Tim - Go to the Farm (ELT Graded Reader)

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction - featuring Spot, Peppa Pig and Peter Rabbit and classic authors such as Roald Dahl. 
 
Recommended for children aged 3-11, the eight levels of Ladybird Readers follow the CEFR framework(Pre-A1 to A2+) and include extra learning activities that develop key skills and provide preparation for the Cambridge English tests. Each book is Lexile measured and introduces key vocabulary and character names at the start of each reader. The books are written by language learning experts and include access to online audio, supplementary activities and learning resources including role plays, phrase cards and lesson plans. 
This Level 1 Reader is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives. 
 
Topsy and Tim like going to the zoo. They like seeing the animals. There are penguins, parrots, and monkeys at the zoo!

Ladybird Readers Level 1 - Topsy and Tim - Go to the Zoo (ELT Graded Reader)

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3­-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. Written by experts, it uses proven methods to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points. 
<ul><li>Perfect for learning English in school or at home</li><li>Develops reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills</li><li>Features much-loved characters and authors such as Peter Rabbit, Peppa Pig, Roald Dahl and Eric Carle </li><li>Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR)</li><li>Language activities in every book provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests</li><li>Features free online resources including audio, answer keys, lesson plans and tips for parents</li></ul>Topsy and Tim: The Big Race, a Level 2 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English A1 Movers tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past tense and some simple adverbs. 
 
It is sports day at school. Topsy and Tim want to come first in all the races. But they do not come first and they are not happy. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Ladybird Readers Level 2 - Topsy and Tim - The Big Race (ELT Graded Reader)

Belinda Worsley

Topsy and Tim are always finding fun adventures in the real world, and this story is reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. Going to the doctor for the first time can be daunting but Topsy and Tim soon realise there is nothing to fear. When Tim wakes up with a sore throat, Mummy decides he needs to go to the doctor. Dr Sims looks in his mouth, listens to his chest and soon knows what's wrong. Tim goes home with a bottle of medicine to make him feel better. 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences'. This bestselling Topsy and Tim title has been refreshed with a contemporary and fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of readers.

Topsy and Tim: Go to the Doctor

Topsy and Tim are always finding fun adventures in the real world, and this story is reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. Today, Topsy and Tim are going to the Zoo! Join in the fun as they visit the penguins, lions, giraffes and more! 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences'. This bestselling Topsy and Tim title has been refreshed with a contemporary and fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of readers.

Topsy and Tim: Go to the Zoo

Topsy and Tim are always finding fun adventures in the real world, and this story is reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. Going to the swimming pool for the first time can be daunting but Topsy and Tim are having fun! Follow the twins on their adventures as they have lessons, learn to swim without their armbands and take part in a swimming competition. 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences'. This bestselling Topsy and Tim title has been refreshed with a contemporary and fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of readers.

Topsy and Tim: Learn to Swim

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. In Topsy and Tim: Go Camping, the twins make new friends, follow a nature trail and even get to stay in their own tent. 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair, Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy &amp; Tim remain instantly recognisable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. These wonderful books deserve a place on every child's bookshelves.

Topsy and Tim: Go Camping

Topsy and Tim are always finding fun adventures in the real world, and this story is reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. Join Topsy and Tim on their first plane ride, learn all about the airport and meet the flight attendants and pilot who work on the plane. The perfect book for going on holiday, to help prepare little ones who have never flown before. 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences'. This bestselling Topsy and Tim title has been refreshed with a contemporary and fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of readers.

Topsy and Tim: Go on an Aeroplane

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim: Meet the Police, the twins' class is visited by two Police Officers, who explain to the children what their jobs involve. Topsy and Tim find out about stranger danger, learn about safe places to play, and even get to visit the police station themselves when they find somebody's belongings. 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy &amp; Tim remain instantly recognisable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. These wonderful books deserve a place on every child's bookshelves.

Topsy and Tim: Meet the Police

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim: Go to Hospital, Tim has fallen out of a tree and bumped his head. He's a little nervous about going to hospital, but he soon finds out how nice the Doctors and Nurses are, and there are lots of other children on the ward to play with too. The only problem now is making sure Topsy doesn't feel left out! 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy &amp; Tim remain instantly recognisable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. These wonderful books deserve a place on every child's bookshelves.

Topsy and Tim: Go to Hospital

Topsy and Tim are starting school! 
 
Follow Topsy and Tim through their first day at school. Topsy and Tim are taught about the school bell and where to hang their coats and school bag. They learn all about the school canteen, lessons and - of course - the playground! 
 
Packed with playful illustrations and a clear guide to the school day, this story is perfect for nervous children. With a map of Topsy and Tim&rsquo;s village, the story also highlights their route to school, preparing children for the daily journey. 
 
Addressing children&rsquo;s questions with warmth and clarity, Topsy and Tim: Start School is a gentle story designed to start conversations about school-starting worries.

Topsy and Tim: Start School

Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. Their engaging stories are reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim Meet the Firefighters the twins have an exciting day out at the fire station! They get to see all the fire appliances and learn about fire safety. 
 
A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy and Tim remain instantly recognisable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. These wonderful books deserve a place on every child's bookshelves.

Topsy and Tim: Meet the Firefighters

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