Series: Picture Books

A charming and comical story told with simple text and delightful illustrations sure to entertain young children. Sid likes scaring his friends with his mighty roar, but when Sid loses his voice, will his friends wish he hadn't? With rhyming text that children will love to join in with time and time again. Dinosaur Who Lost His Roar by Russell...

The dramatic events of the Easter story are sensitively retold for young children. When Jesus rides into Jerusalem, he is welcomed by cheering crowds. But soon, the temple priests are plotting against him... Easter Story is a lovely book to read together or for new readers to enjoy alone.

How Big is a Million? is a delightful story that explores the concept of large numbers through the eyes of Pipkin, a curious little penguin with a big heart. Pipkin is on a quest to understand exactly how big a million is. This whimsical tale takes young readers on a journey filled with gentle humour and unforgettable characters, making big...

A funny, friendly picture book about a magical talking cat. All Tom has in the world is his pet cat, but this cat can talk—and he has a stylish taste in boots. Thanks to Cat, Tom is soon meeting the king and defeating an ogre in Charles Perrault's fantastical fairy tale, specially retold for younger children. With free online audio....

Pussy cat, pussy cat, where have you been? I've been to London to visit the King by Russell Punter takes you on a delightful journey with the adventurous pussy cat. In this charming adaptation of the famous rhyme, pussy cat is off to visit the King at Buckingham Palace. Join pussy cat as you explore London, seeing all the renowned...

Even bugs need hugs! Help Bob find a friend in this charming picture book. The Bug who Wanted a Hug follows Bob the water beetle, who has a nice life in his cosy home. However, there's only one thing missing – someone to give him a hug! Join Bob as he sets out to find a friend in this delightful...

The Dinosaurs Who Loved Applause is a colourful tale of two attention-grabbing dinosaurs who learn to take turns. This funny, rhyming picture book features Gus and Dee, two dinosaurs who love to be the centre of attention. So Sid's charity show provides a great opportunity for them to show off. But maybe this time they'll learn to share the stage...

The Dinosaurs Who Met Santa Claus brings together dinosaurs and Christmas in a colourful, festive picture book. This is a picture book version of the festive tale from the popular Dinosaur Tales series. Sid's niece and nephew are visiting Santa with their Christmas lists – but are they asking for too much this year? A QR code provides a link...

The Dinosaur Who Asked 'What for?' by Russell Punter invites young readers into the charming world of Daisy, the lazy dinosaur, as she learns the importance of helping others in this delightful picture book. The Dinosaur Explorer Club is going camping, and everyone is eager to help set up camp—everyone except Daisy. Will her friends be able to persuade her...

The Dinosaur Who Littered The Floor by Russell Punter is a delightful story where Jess, the messy dinosaur, learns the importance of being tidy. This colourful picture book is perfect for young readers. In this charming tale, Jess is enjoying a picnic in Fern Forest. Unfortunately, most of her rubbish ends up on the forest floor! With the help of...

The Dinosaur Who Ran The Store by Russell Punter is a delightful picture book where Bella the dinosaur learns how to be less bossy. Bella's new department store is about to open. But will things run smoothly if she insists on bossing her staff around? Find out in this picture book version of the popular story from the Dinosaur Tales...

The Dinosaur who Stayed Indoors by Russell Punter is an enchanting tale that invites young readers to join Fred, a dinosaur who loves sitting alone indoors watching TV and playing computer games. But, can his friends persuade him to come outside and join in the fun? This delightful story encourages outdoor play and friendship. For an engaging reading experience, a...

Could you sleep with a dino-sized SNORE next door? Everyone in Dinosaur Valley is ready for bed. But noisy neighbour Rory is keeping them awake with his super-loud snore. Can he learn to be considerate and maybe even put his snore to good use? Find out in this charming cautionary tale that's perfect for bedtime reading. Now in picture book...

A charming Chinese fable with dragons that come to life! Chang's paintings are so good, his birds and animals seem alive. So when the Emperor's new temple needs painting, he sends for Chang. But why is Chang painting dragons without any eyes? Is it true, as he claims, that if he adds eyes the painted dragons will actually come to...

The Fleas Who Wouldn't Say Please is a funny, rhyming picture book about fleas behaving badly. Even little fleas have to mind their Ps and Qs, as some endearing but rather rude fleas discover to their cost in this lively, cautionary tale about the importance of manners. Includes free online audio.

Two Little Dickie Birds sitting on a wall by Russell Punter: Fly away Peter, fly away Paul! The much-loved rhyme is specially extended to include lots more garden animals. Delightfully illustrated by Vanessa Port, this popular tale is now available in large picture book format for the first time.

An evocative picture book based on the beloved classic tale and retold for younger children. Age: 18 months + Mole, Ratty, Badger and the infamous Mr Toad love nothing more than messing around on the river. But when Mr Toad develops an obsession with motor vehicles, will his friends be able to help before he loses everything? A delightful retelling...

At night when you are fast asleep, another world awakens... Explore the world of night in this gorgeous picture book and discover nocturnal animals in the countryside, cities that never sleep and the secrets of the night sky. With lots to look at and talk about on every page and links to specially selected websites with more to discover.

A delightful paperback edition of a popular title in the best-selling Usborne Picture Books series retelling the beloved story by L. Frank Baum.Ages 18mths + A brilliant read-aloud version of the much-loved classic story by L. Frank Baum. Join Dorothy and her little dog Toto on the yellow brick road, as they set off to explore the magical Land of...

A classic folk tale, specially retold for young children and illustrated with fresh, bright pictures. When the farmer can't pull an enormous turnip out of the ground, he enlists his entire family to help him. Only when everybody works together do they manage to pull the turnip out of the ground. Enormous Turnip is a classic folk tale, specially retold...

The classic English fairytale, specially rewritten for young children and brought to life with stunning illustrations. Jack and the Beanstalk tells the story of Jack and his mother, who are so poor that they don't have anything to eat. Their hope is fading, until Jack meets a strange little man with a handful of magic beans... What happens next changes...

This delightful picture book is based on the beloved classic tale and retold for younger children. Age: 18 months + This delightful picture book is based on the beloved classic tale and retold for younger children. Run, run as fast as you can, you can't catch him, he's the Gingerbread Man! But although he may be able to out-run everyone,...

Can you have too much of a good thing? Dora the dinosaur is about to find out. Everyone likes the food at Sid the dinosaur's restaurant. But Dora likes it far too much. Will she ever stop munching and crunching? Find out in this picture book version of the scrumptious The Dinosaur Who Roared For More.

Five Little Ducks Went Swimming One Day by Russell Punter is a delightful tale of adventure and caution. "Don't swim too far, little ducks!" These five little ducks love to swim, but they sometimes go too far. Discover what they get up to in this charming adaptation of the classic counting rhyme. Beautifully illustrated by Katya Longhi, this book captures...

Under the Sea introduces a child to the wonders of the sea and all kinds of sealife. Ages: 4-8 A simple and evocative story that reveals the wonderful natural world beneath the sea. Children will love following the story through colourful coral reefs and past a big blue whale before plunging into the deepest, darkest depths to see the strange...

The simple and engaging text is accompanied by vibrant illustrations. Suitable for ages 4 years and up. An evocative picture book retelling of the Charles Dickens classic for younger children, A Christmas Carol introduces Ebenezer Scrooge - a mean-spirited old man who hates everything, even Christmas! However, when three spirits visit him one Christmas Eve, Scrooge embarks on a journey...

'Twas the Night Before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.' The traditional and much-loved Christmas poem by Clement Clarke Moore, beautifully illustrated and published as a charming picture book for children to enjoy year after year. A magical rhyming story to share together on Christmas Eve, or for older children to...

Telling lies gets Guy the fly into trouble in this delightful picture book. Who broke Bee's window? Surely not Guy the fly? But is his tall story about what happened really true? Find out in this picture book version of a cautionary tale from the world of funny little bugs. A QR code on the back cover provides a link...

A beloved fairy tale, retold for young children in classic picture book format. Arriving at Granny's cottage, Little Red Riding Hood can't help but wonder why Grandma has such big eyes, ears and teeth. Could it be something to do with the wolf her mum told her not to talk to on the way? This timeless story unfolds with charm...

An artist-led picture book, which introduces young children to the vastness of the universe, how far away the moon is, what gravity is, and the concept of space travel through a gentle and captivating story about an imaginative little girl. Age: 2+ This captivating tale lets young children glimpse what it would be like to fly into outer space, walk...

A modern retelling of Andersen's tale about a duckling searching for friends. Everyone feels different or left out sometimes. Follow one little duckling's journey as he tries to find the place where he truly belongs. With free online audio.