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Weird, Wild & Wonderful

Weird, Wild & Wonderful

James Carter, illus. Neal Layton

A wonderful collection of 92 exciting poems with evocative illustrations.

Just like you

Just like you

Jo Loring-Fisher

One little girl is going on a journey, but wherever she is in the world, she is just like you.

The King with the Dirty Feet

The King with the Dirty Feet

Sally Pomme Clayton, illus. Rhiannon Sanders

Once upon a time, a king in India did not want to wash but at the same time, he did not want to get dirty. What did he finally do?

Beyond the horizon

Beyond the horizon

Carolina Celas, transl. Jethro Soutar

This book, featuring a lot of images and minimal text, explores the concept of the horizon which can be very distant – or very close.

Kiki’s Delivery Service

Kiki’s Delivery Service

Eiko Kadono, illus. Joe Todd Stanton

Kiki has just turned twelve. It is time for her to leave home because as a young witch that is the custom...

The Tooth Fairy and the Home of the Coin Makers

The Tooth Fairy and the Home of the Coin Makers

Samuel Langley-Swain, illus. Davide Ortu

What is the truth behind the Tooth Fairy and the coin that is left under your pillow? Twins Ollie and Grace are going to find out...

Dilwyn the Welsh Dragon

Dilwyn the Welsh Dragon

Samuel Langley-Swain, illus. Jessica Rose

Dilwyn the little red dragon is born in a very special place – and it is up to him to keep it safe.

When secrets set sail

When secrets set sail

Sita Brahmachari, illus. Evan Hollingdale

An 11-year old girl moves from Acorn’s Children’s Home to The Hearth. Will her new family welcome her?

Hello! A Counting Book of Kindnesses

Hello! A Counting Book of Kindnesses

Hollis Kurman, illus. Barroux

Your home has become too scary to stay. What might help you feel better? Let’s count the good things...

Crocodile tears

Crocodile tears

Roger McGough, illus. Greg McLeod

What happens when a bored Crocodile dresses up as a banana and says goodbye to the jungle?

The Body Image Book for Girls: Love yourself and grow up fearless

The Body Image Book for Girls: Love yourself and grow up fearless

Charlotte Markey, illus. Tim Oliver

How girls view themselves, especially as they enter their teens? Dr Charlotte Markey discusses body image issues in a friendly but authoritative approach.

Last: The Story of a White Rhino

Last: The Story of a White Rhino

Nicola Davies

A moving and subtle introduction to the threat to the world’s wildlife inspired by the true story of the last Northern White Rhino.