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Leigh Hodgikinson is an award-winning animator and worked as art director on the BAFTA-award winning animated series, Charlie and Lola. She is also an award-winning children’s book author and illustrator, who is absolutely passionate about writing, making things up and daydreaming. Among her many brilliant picture books is Don’t Dip Your Chips in Your Drink, Kate, written by Caryl Hart, which won Highly Commended in the 2010 Sheffield Children’s Book Award, Picture Book Category. Leigh lives and works in Sussex and is married with two children.
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June 2022 Book of the Month | When Martha invites us into her wonderful world, she’s too small for readers to see. That’s because the first spread in the book is an illustration of the universe. We zoom in tighter and tighter, as Martha maps out the solar system for us, then Earth, her city, her street until finally we see inside her bedroom and her head. All the way through, Martha is the cheeriest of guides, her maps and cut outs labelled to show us all the most important and interesting things. It’s lovely to look at and Martha’s excitement and enthusiasm for the world around her is catching. It’s also a brilliant way of demonstrating the ways we’re all connected, to our communities and our world. Expect readers to be drawing their own maps as a result.
You can’t have too many potty training books, and this one is particularly charming. This story of Goldilocks starts, as you’d expect, in a wood and with ‘Once upon a time’. But it’s not porridge or chairs that are preoccupying this little girl, it’s nappies, or rather finding the right way to live without them. She needs pants, not too frilly, not too silly, and a potty, not too big, not too small. Despite a few hiccups, Goldilocks soon gets it just right, to the delight of her parents. The world is a bright mix of fairy tale and the real, both depicted in bold colours and textures, and Goldilocks herself is a wonderfully lively character, skipping happily to her potty. ~ Andrea Reece The Editor at Nosy Crow says: “For any parent going through the trials and tribulations of potty-training, this book is a godsend!”
March 2016 Book of the Month Leigh Hodgkinson’s picture book is a stylish investigation into how and where to read a book. Goldilocks-like, a young boy tries out a variety of chairs and reading locations. Not one of them suits: some are too buzzy or grimey, one’s even too slippy slimey! In his expedition, the boy is joined by a succession of friendly companions, a cat, an owl, a frog, a little Martian, and they stay with him until he realises it doesn’t matter where you sit, a book is best anywhere – a book is best when you share. Each page is an adventure in its own right, there are definitely stories hiding in the upholstery of these splendid chairs! With its stylish design (Leigh Hodgkinson has worked with Lauren Child and the influence is clear) and friendly, appealing characters, this is just right for adults and children to share. ~ Andrea Reece
March 2016 Book of the Month Leigh Hodgkinson’s picture book is a stylish investigation into how and where to read a book. Goldilocks-like, a young boy tries out a variety of chairs and reading locations. Not one of them suits: some are too buzzy or grimey, one’s even too slippy slimey! In his expedition, the boy is joined by a succession of friendly companions, a cat, an owl, a frog, a little Martian, and they stay with him until he realises it doesn’t matter where you sit, a book is best anywhere – a book is best when you share. Each page is an adventure in its own right, there are definitely stories hiding in the upholstery of these splendid chairs! With its stylish design (Leigh Hodgkinson has worked with Lauren Child and the influence is clear) and friendly, appealing characters, this is just right for adults and children to share. ~ Andrea Reece
Shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize 2013 A troll who doesn’t want to be disgusting and a little girl who doesn’t want to be good and nice are both odd balls in their own world. One day, troll Timothy Limpet and little girl Tabitha Lumpit meet and decide to swap places with hilarious and touching results. Each is happier in their new life but will the swap last? A witty story with eye-catching illustrations and based around the time-honoured theme of home is where the heart is, this warm and witty story is a celebration of the individual and offers a valuable lesson on not judging others.
Goldilocks revisited! The tables are delightfully turned in this hugely entertaining story of how, on a visit to the city, one Bear finds the hustle and bustle of the streets too much. Seeing a beautiful, cool and quiet apartment, the Bear pops inside. It's an old favourite of a story given a fresh new look in awarding-winning artist and animator Leigh Hodgkinson’s stylish illustrations.
Shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize 2011. This fabulously stylish, contemporary and witty book about the pitfalls of showing off is another gem from the amazingly talented Leigh Hodgkinson. This book is brilliantly illustrated with style and sparkle. There's even an amazing super-super-shiny foil page that shows Larry off at his very best. This book will delight readers time and time again.
Shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize 2011. This fabulously stylish, contemporary and witty book about the pitfalls of showing off is another gem from the amazingly talented Leigh Hodgkinson. This book is brilliantly illustrated with style and sparkle. There's even an amazing super-super-shiny foil page that shows Larry off at his very best. This book will delight readers time and time again.
A stunning picture book from a wonderfully talented new children’s artist. Colin the cat is a very appealing protagonist, but he has a problem. Somebody has borrowed his shadow and given him someone else’s. Join Colin as he tracks down and then negotiates with the borrower – a mouse of all things to reclaim his shadow.
How can a little girl find her missing smile? She loves to smile but one day the thing she loves best just seems to disappear. She looks everywhere she can think of and finds loads of other missing things along the way. But the smile eludes her. Can anyone help her get it back? This is a charming idea and thoughtful too about things that help make us be happy.
A stunning picture book from a wonderfully talented new children’s artist. Colin the cat is a very appealing protagonist, but he has a problem. Somebody has borrowed his shadow and given him someone else’s. Join Colin as he tracks down and then negotiates with the borrower – a mouse of all things to reclaim his shadow.
June 2022 Book of the Month | When Martha invites us into her wonderful world, she’s too small for readers to see. That’s because the first spread in the book is an illustration of the universe. We zoom in tighter and tighter, as Martha maps out the solar system for us, then Earth, her city, her street until finally we see inside her bedroom and her head. All the way through, Martha is the cheeriest of guides, her maps and cut outs labelled to show us all the most important and interesting things. It’s lovely to look at and Martha’s excitement and enthusiasm for the world around her is catching. It’s also a brilliant way of demonstrating the ways we’re all connected, to our communities and our world. Expect readers to be drawing their own maps as a result.
A funny, charming story about the magic of books from the co-creator of the hit Cbeebies series, Olobob Top. 'Leigh Hodgkinson's delightful picture book about the very real perils of being a much loved and re-read book is both hilarious and adorable.' BookTrust Have you ever wondered what it's like to BE a book? The BEST bits are getting to hang our with your friends and tell amazing stories, but sometimes a good book can end up in the wrong place at the wrong time... And then they might get scribbled on, nibbled on or even lose their last and most important page... And when that happens, it's time to go to... Book Hospital! This funny, reassuring story is a celebration of books and the magic of reading. Because when you love your books, when you're kind to your books and when you read your books, they will take you on a magical journey that you'll never forget... Other books by Leigh Hodgkinson: Pencil Dog Goldilocks and Just the One Bear Troll Swap Goldilocks and the Three Potties Colin and the Snoozebox Limelight Larry
A funny, charming story about the magic of books from the co-creator of the hit Cbeebies series, Olobob Top. 'Leigh Hodgkinson's delightful picture book about the very real perils of being a much loved and re-read book is both hilarious and adorable.' BookTrust Have you ever wondered what it's like to BE a book? The BEST bits are getting to hang our with your friends and tell amazing stories, but sometimes a good book can end up in the wrong place at the wrong time... And then they might get scribbled on, nibbled on or even lose their last and most important page... And when that happens, it's time to go to... Book Hospital! This funny, reassuring story is a celebration of books and the magic of reading. Because when you love your books, when you're kind to your books and when you read your books, they will take you on a magical journey that you'll never forget... Other books by Leigh Hodgkinson: Pencil Dog Goldilocks and Just the One Bear Troll Swap Goldilocks and the Three Potties Colin and the Snoozebox Limelight Larry
Onesie party, Onesie party, What do you want to wear? Join a host of excitable animals as they prepare for a very special party ... a ONESIE party! Dog wants to be an octopus. Elephant is going to be a cat. Mouse transforms into ... a crocodile! What would YOU be? A fun-filled celebration of being yourself ... whoever that may be!
A beautifully told, poignant story about memory, remembrance, and how those we love live on in us. This thought-provoking story centres on a little girl who has a pencil dog as a companion. Pencil Dog is imaginative, creative, and always able to turn a rainy day into a time of sunshine. But as time goes on, Pencil Dog gradually grows smaller and smaller, and his drawings become confused.
The Olobobs are going to Big Fish's Pond today ... In the distance the pond looks very small but up close it's really BIG! Lift the flaps and uncover the many wonders of Big Fish's Pond! Based on the hit CBeebies series, Olobob Top. Join Tib, Lalloo and Bobble on their exciting trip to see Big Fish and all things big and small. A brilliantly fun introduction to sizes and proportion for little ones with lots of lift-the-flap surprises. Help the Olobobs look out for small fish, big rocks and an even BIGGER boat. Olobob Top is the exciting CBeebies animated preschool TV series that follows Tib, Lalloo and Bobble. The Olobobs know that the right amount of imagination, inventiveness and creativity can solve anything. Bloomsbury's Olobob Top series allows children to extend and explore their own creativity, just like the Olobobs, whether it's by learning new shapes and numbers or creating their own imaginative world. Other titles available: Make Your Own Olobob Home, The Amazing World of Olobob Top, Olobob And Friends Activity and Sticker Book, Let's Visit the Olobobs, Let's Visit Norbet's Shop.
All the friends in the Olobob Forest come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and each and every one is important! Meet Gurdy, Lemon and Norbet, along with Crunch, Deeno, Groan Up and even the Snoofs, Scuttles and the Topsy Turvies! What Olobob friends will you make? Based on the hit CBeebies series, Olobob Top. This brilliant activity and sticker book welcomes little ones to become part of the amazing world of Olobob Top with engaging and colourful activities! Have fun helping all the Olobob friends - draw a picture of yourself on Lalloo's friendship wall, help Baby Snoof get back to the nest and get dressed for Deeno's disco party. Complete the pages with colourful stickers and create your very own Olobob characters! Olobob Top is the exciting CBeebies animated preschool TV series that follows Tib, Lalloo and Bobble. The Olobobs know that the right amount of imagination, inventiveness and creativity can solve anything. Bloomsbury's Olobob Top series allows children to extend and explore their own creativity, just like the Olobobs, whether it's by learning new shapes and numbers or creating their own imaginative world. Other titles available: Make Your Own Olobob Home, The Amazing World of Olobob Top, Let's Visit the Olobobs, Let's Visit Norbet's Shop, Let's Visit Big Fish's Pond.
What fun we can have with the Olobobs! Olobob Forest is full of shapes, colours and...adventures! Help Big Fish find her pretty thing, get lost in the underground tunnel with Deeno, play hide-and-seek with Lalloo and Bobble and make a constellated maze across the sky. This amazing activity and sticker book, based on the widely successful CBeebies series, welcomes little ones to the amazing world of Olobob Top with engaging and colourful activities! Olobob Top is the exciting CBeebies animated pre-school TV series that follows Tib, Lalloo and Bobble, which has already received an overwhelmingly positive response. There are lots of adventures to be had, but there are often some problems to face along the way. Don't worry,the Olobobs know that the right amount of imagination, inventiveness and creativity can solve anything - from building a new house for a friend, to planning a party to finding something lost. Bloomsbury's Olobob Top series allows children to extend and explore their own creativity, just like the Olobobs,whether it's by learning new shapes and numbers or creating their own imaginative world.
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