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Find out morePatricia Hegarty began working in children's publishing more years than she cares to remember and is now Editorial Director at CaterpillarBooks. As an editor she has worked on titles ranging from atlases to animal pop-ups, craft kits to crazy mazes and sticker books to secret diaries.
‘Down in the forest as Bear had a doze/ A small stripy bug came and sat on his nose’, and so Bear’s troubles begin. He really doesn’t want to become home to this troublesome, if extremely cheerful and friendly bug. In one lovely spread the other animals look on askance as Bear vigorously tries to shake Bug off. Eventually Owl comes to the rescue, sensibly suggesting a welcoming alternative home for Bug. It’s an original and very funny story, told in accomplished, jolly rhyme, and Carmen Saldana’s bold, vibrant illustrations give a real sense of scale and unfolding drama.
‘Money doesn’t matter, nor colour, creed, nor name - /In each and every family, the love we feel’s the same’: these are the concluding lines and the overriding theme of this attractive picture book. Over busy, vibrant pages a number of families are seen going about their daily lives, sharing meals, going to school, enjoying days out, and experiencing difficult times too. Each family is different: there are two parent families, single parent families, same-sex parents, grandparents bringing up a child, and a couple with an adopted child. The text but mostly the illustrations make clear that the families have much more in common than things that divide them. There’s a stylish retro feel to the illustrations, children will enjoy poring over the pictures to spot details while the message is more important now than ever. ~ Andrea Reece
Children are invited to explore eight different habitats in this appealing and very attractive information book, clever split page design allows them to examine the creatures that live there both above and below ground or sea and it also deftly illustrates the way animals share their habitats with each other. There are spreads on the ocean, rainforest, savannah and river amongst others, one colourful page depicting a lively scene packed with fauna and flora while on the opposite page short paragraphs of text accompany details from the scenes giving readers with useful and sometimes quirky information. This look-and-find format is also very effective and Hanako Clulow’s illustrations are full of child appeal. ~ Andrea Reece
‘Down in the forest as Bear had a doze/ A small stripy bug came and sat on his nose’, and so Bear’s troubles begin. He really doesn’t want to become home to this troublesome, if extremely cheerful and friendly bug. In one lovely spread the other animals look on askance as Bear vigorously tries to shake Bug off. Eventually Owl comes to the rescue, sensibly suggesting a welcoming alternative home for Bug. It’s an original and very funny story, told in accomplished, jolly rhyme, and Carmen Saldana’s bold, vibrant illustrations give a real sense of scale and unfolding drama. ~ Andrea Reece
Starting with the Arctic tern, which makes the longest migration of any creature, an astonishing 91,600km (57,000 mi) this journal-sized book is full of information on extraordinary feats of the animal world. It describes more amazing migrations, via land, sea and air, and also looks at the way animals have adapted in remarkable ways to survive in inhospitable landscapes. The animals and creatures command the pages in Jessica Courtney-Tickle’s vibrant illustrations, from the awe-inspiring humpback whale to the beautiful monarch butterfly. As non-fiction for children continues to set new standards in imaginative, information-rich design and eye-catching illustration, this is a book that inspires, entertains and enthrals. ~ Andrea Reece
Children are invited to explore eight different habitats in this appealing and very attractive information book, clever split page design allows them to examine the creatures that live there both above and below ground or sea and it also deftly illustrates the way animals share their habitats with each other. There are spreads on the ocean, rainforest, savannah and river amongst others, one colourful page depicting a lively scene packed with fauna and flora while on the opposite page short paragraphs of text accompany details from the scenes giving readers with useful and sometimes quirky information. This look-and-find format is also very effective and Hanako Clulow’s illustrations are full of child appeal. ~ Andrea Reece
Peek through the holes and explore a bustling world of bugs in this beautifully illustrated book from award-winning artist Britta Teckentrup. Clever die-cuts, gentle rhyming text and colourful artwork bring even the tiniest creatures to life.
Aa is for always- that's how long I'll love you for. Bb is for bear hug, to show I love you more. Discover all the ways we can say we love one another with this beautiful ABC board book. Gentle rhyming text and adorable animal characters introduce little learners to the concept of love and the many ways we can show it. From making others feel like they fit in and belong, to sharing special moments, there are so many little acts of kindness that can make others feel loved. With chunky pages and soothing pastel colours, this is the perfect book to read with your little one before bed. A delicate first-concepts book about learning the alphabet and learning to be kind. From the author and illustrator of ABC of Kindness, 123 of Thankfulness, Friendship is Forever and Happiness is a Rainbow.
Discover a world of festivities in this colourful Christmas counting book! With bright artwork, lots of finger-holes, and a fun rhyming story, learning is brought to life!
Discover a world of ghosts and ghouls in this playful Halloween counting book! With bright artwork, lots of finger-holes, and a fun rhyming story, learning is brought to life.
What happens when disaster strikes? Who you gonna call? Superhero Baby! She's the bravest of them all! GO GO BABY POWER! A rhyming, comic caper - guaranteed to get you giggling!
I am Chameleon. I do as I please. I can play tricks and nobody sees . . . Spot the invisible chameleon in this irreverent rhyming romp!
It started with a yawn That came out of the blue... Find out what happens when one little yawn starts to spread and grow, affecting everyone and everything from babies to bus drivers and animals to astronauts! Can you resist?
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