Novelty Books and CDs

A bright and lively book highlighting some crucial but simple environmental actions we can take to help improve the world we live in. Oodles of child-appeal! Age 3-6, Paperback 37pp

Tiny fiction and non-fiction paperbacks in a box! Created by authors/artists from across the African nations. 'Super little compilation of multicultural books' (Children's Centre Head, LL reviewer). Age 2-5, 16 x S. African Import Paperbacks 10pp

"1, 2, 3, it's a farmer's life for me!" A group of children muck out on a farm collecting eggs, counting lambs, picking cherries and raking hay. "Upbeat, jovial text" (EY Adviser, LL reviewer); "great to see girls and women farming & male farmer baking" (LL staff). Great outdoors rhyming fun, backnotes on working farms and a watch and sing along CD. Age 3-6, Paperback + CD 22pp

Swing along with the creatures of the Indian jungle as they shake, flap and slither to the sound of the Animal Boogie! An active and musical read, now with a music CD. Age 2-6, 22pp Paperback.

Rhyming action books with bits to push, pull, swing and turn! The perfect way for little hands to bring familiar environments to life. 'All the children enjoyed this in the book corner!' (Nursery Worker, LL reviewer). Age Birth-3 Boardbook 8pp

Bright and bold interactive board books with moving parts which bring a world of playtime fun to life! Age Birth-3, Boardbook 8pp

Rhyming action books with bits to push, pull, swing and turn! The perfect way for little hands to bring familiar environments to life. 'All the children enjoyed this in the book corner!' (Nursery Worker, LL reviewer). Age Birth-3 Boardbook 8pp

Rhyming action books with bits to push, pull, swing and turn! The perfect way for little hands to bring familiar environments to life. 'All the children enjoyed this in the book corner!' (Nursery Worker, LL reviewer). Age Birth-3 Boardbook 8pp

A wonderfully fluffy teddy bear, corduroy trousers, cotton ribbed socks...The book's price is, in our view, wholly justified because of the 'real', well thought out, meaningful, brilliantly crafted and executed textures for little hands, including raised dots to lead the reader through, a bed cover to pull back and an actual zip to pull! A multi-sensory reading experience with a fresh, chatty text which describes getting ready for the day, from getting up to dressing to breakfasting to the very important business of choosing which patterned socks to wear. Turns the pedestrian into an exciting journey, imagining all sorts of adventures beyond the door you get to open on the last page (which gives a glimpse of the great outdoors)! Developed in consultation with children, families and organisations working with blind and partially-sighted children, this highly developed tactile book delivers an engrossing, interactive reading experience for all babies and toddlers. 'Lovely, sturdy book taking you through a morning's routine. It would appeal to all children' (Maggie, Former Early Years Adviser, LL reviewer). , Age Birth-5, Boardbook 10pp

A bright, multicultural version of a classic, now with video animation! 'A lovely book...The children have moved, clapped, tapped and played instruments along with the CD' (Preschool Staff, LL reviewer). Age 2-5, Paperback + CD 22pp

Whether it's a train or a taxi, little drivers can get their hands on these transport vehicles. Use both sides of the durable cut out doll to place either a girl or a boy in the driving seat. Age 1-4, Boardbook 12pp

Whether it's a train or a taxi, little drivers can get their hands on these transport vehicles. Use both sides of the durable cut out doll to place either a girl or a boy in the driving seat. Age 1-4, Boardbook 12pp

Follow Lulu on her special weekly library trip. A gorgeous new edition, now with a unique story CD read by the author's library group- in 19 different languages! 'I love this book and I want all library staff to have one!!' (Early Years Librarian). Age 2-5, Paperback + CD 22pp

The irrepressible Lulu returns in another book-loving story, superbly illustrated by the superb Beardshaw. There is plenty here- Dad as primary carer and a girl who can switch between fairy and DIY expert effortlessly! Age 2-5, Paperback + CD 21pp

Kissing fish and chattering budgerigars- just like us! Charming lift-the-flap series. Age Birth-2, Boardbook 10pp

A traditional rhyme, extended out and with some counting (1-7) to boot! Lovely little die-cut holes, subtle disability images, multicultural and with a mixed race protagonist. Age 2-5, Boardbook 15pp

English Assoc. 4-11 Book Awards 2011 Two cultures, two stories. This ingeniously designed, wordless book reveals two children's stories simultaneously and their parallel, yet connected, lives in Morocco and Australia. Stunning portrayal of our global family. Age 4-10, Hardback 34pp

There is so much for a busy, busy baby to do and yet so many people creating obstacles: "No, baby, no"! A celebrated author and Taylor's beautifully warm illustrations present a funny little baby caper within an extended, mixed race family. Age 3-5, Paperback + CD 28pp

The most imaginative, multi-sensory and tactile of adventures! A real shoelace to tie, an almost real (!) ice cream cone to sniff and a playground of bumpy, rough, rubbery, slippery, shiny textures. Finished off with Braille numbering and a bright, rhyming, rhythmic, clamorous text! The price reflects the depth of thought and creativity which has gone into the production. A truly novel enterprise for all children, developed in consultation with children, families and organisations (notably Booktrust) working with blind and partially sighted children. 'A super resource for all children' (Kate, Children's Centre Coordinator, LL reviewer). Age Birth to 5, Boardbook 10pp

Standing/sitting, smiling/frowning, high/low, whisper/shout, shrink/grow! A fun collection of opposites are explored, including some less obvious candidates. All are demonstrated by a happy band of children enjoying the great outdoors. Activities include picnicking, tree climbing, tadpole catching, camping and fireside sausage sizzling. By the by, these outdoor adventurers include, unusually for picture book representations, a (S.E.Asian) child with a shortened arm. Comes with the addition of publisher Barefoot's trademark 'watch and sing-along' CD with video animations, simple lyrics and a catchy tune. Age 2-5 Paperback + CD/Video 31pp

Bubbly toddlers play peek-a-boo with playful, sturdy flaps! Age Birth-3, Boardbook 14pp

The ever-rising star, Holly Sterling, brings her buoyant, deliciously warm illustrations to the nativity story, making it immediate to the very young. A perfect read-aloud in a nice large format with especially adorable stable residents: ducks, goats a very alert mouse... And did we mention the pop out & play fun? Little hands can pop out a stand-up stable and pieces to put together their own nativity scene; little lamb included! (Mixed Race representation). Age 1-4, Boardbook 12pp

"This is the story of Rosie Revere, who dreamed of becoming a great engineer". A gender-role-busting picture book about a dazzlingly inventive girl who sets out to create a flying gizmo using cheese-copters, paddles and tennis balls...inspiring a classroom of gadget-builders in her wake! As much about triumphing over failures as it is about celebrating aspiring engineers, this beautifully produced, award-winning, book has become a favourite amongst our customers, particularly schools and parents keen to encourage girls into STEM subjects. AND you can now get an accompanying activity book, a.k.a. "Rosie Revere's Big Project Book for Bold Engineers" which has up to 40 things to create and invent! Alongside superbly geeky information -such as different kinds of engineering, basic machinery- there are tips for designing machines which turns "thingies" into "gizmos", instructions for making a basic solar oven (using cookie dough and foil) as well as a catapult perfectly attuned to marshmallow-flinging. Scattered throughout there are also 'Real-World Problems' for budding engineers opt consider such as how we can save more water and how to harness wind/sun energy to cook with. Age 4-8 Hardback book 30pp and Paperback activity book 93pp For children who fancy themselves more as scientists than as engineers, check out Ada Twist, Scientist. Retail Price £19.98

Do you like to make things? Dream up gadgets to improve your life and the lives of others? Then you'll enjoy this fantastic project book which has up to 40 things to create and invent! Alongside superbly geeky information -such as different kinds of engineering, basic machinery- there are tips for designing machines which turns "thingies" into "gizmos", instructions for making a basic solar oven (using cookie dough and foil) as well as a catapult perfectly attuned to marshmallow-flinging. Scattered throughout there are also 'Real-World Problems' for budding engineers opt consider such as how we can save more water and how to harness wind/sun energy to cook with. Age 4-8, Paperback activity book 93pp

A group of children (multicultural) blast off into space in a multicoloured rocket , discovering the solar system, shooting stars and meteors along the way. A celebration of space travel with a cumulative text and a jolly chorus for children to join in on. Comes with a watch and sing along CD and plenty of fascinating backnotes on astronauts and space explorations. Age 3-6 Paperback + Video CD 27pp

Can Super Daisy save the world from little green peas (intergalactic lift-the-flaps included!)? A much loved, boisterous character who simply has no time for being conventional! Age 3-6, Paperback 24pp

A lively jackdaw swoops over different landscapes-sea, woodland, fields and town- inviting all sorts of related animals-octopi, piglets and ferrets- to his party...but no one seems to understand him! What's going on? A clever rhyming, rhythmic book about friendship, with some BSL signs to learn along the way! Written by a former Children's Laureate (who herself has a hearing impairment) and with deaf children via the charity Life & Deaf. Comes with a CD which has the story read aloud alongside a British Sign Language video. Age 2-5, Paperback + CD/BSL Video 26pp

The Whole World is in our hands- and it's ours to take care of. A fantastic little eco-song, complete with music CD and tips on how to keep the earth smiling! Age 3-5, Paperback + CD 29pp

'Who's Hiding behind the gate?' Bubbly toddlers play peek-a-boo with playful, sturdy flaps! Age Birth-3, Boardbook 14pp