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Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Aaron Slater loves lots of things; flowers, painting, drawing. But what he love most of all is stories and he dreams of the day when he can write one. Before he can pen his own tales he must learn to read. Despite his best efforts, the words on the page just look like squiggles and soon the creative young boy is retreating into his shell. When his teacher asks the class to write a story, Aaron is beset with worry. How he can he tell a story if he cannot write the words down…
Page Count: 40
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Dyslexia, school, personal & social issues, family, diversity, BAME, rhyme, art
'a word about books' says…”Art and creativity shine in a touching and empowering story that directly addresses the challenges of learning to read and write for a dyslexic child."
Ada Twist, Scientist
Ada only started speaking when she turned three, but once she started she didn’t stop…why, what, how, when? As Ada’s curiosity grew so did the mayhem she caused both at home and at school but those were just the traits of a good scientist. So when Ada was outside and noticed a horrible smell she was determined to find the cause of it. But no ending of testing and theories could find an explanation for the terrible stink and she found herself sent to the 'Thinking Chair'…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: STEM, diversity, BAME, family, school, rhyme
'a word about books' says…”A wonderful book for inspiring children to ask more questions. For any child who has ever been curious and essential for young, budding scientists."
All the Ways to be Smart
There are lots of ways to be smart and this book cannot wait to share with you all the different ways that you are smart throughout each and every day. Being smart can be drawing or making things or being helpful. You can be smart at playing, at dancing and at taking chances. You can be smart at pretty much anything and everything. And remember, no-one will ever do the very same smart things as you…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Rhyme
'a word about books' says…”Great book with a great message! All the Ways to be Smart is a bright and bubbly celebration of all the brilliant things that make children who they are."
And Tango Makes Three
Roy and Silo live in the penguin house at the Central Park Zoo in New York City. The two boys do everything together; walking, singing, swimming, bowing, eating, cuddling. When the other penguin couples begin building nests, Roy and Silo build one too. But something is missing from the boys’ nest until a friendly zookeeper has an idea and a very special family is made…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Non-fiction narrative
Themes: LGBT+, animals, family, true story
'a word about books' says…"Love, happiness and joy leap from every page of this wonderful animal story. It is an adorable picture book with a very gentle and important message."
Anemone is not the Enemy
Anemone lives all alone in the rock pool with only the boring barnacles for company. High tide brings visitors but no one ever comes too close because anemone has a nasty streak…STING! It is hard to make friends when all you do is hurt anyone that comes too close. Poor anemone thinks it will never make friends and then a sprightly clownfish appears. Perhaps it can help…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Non-fiction narrative
Themes: Oceans, animals, plants
'a word about books' says…"On the surface, this is a simple story of mishaps, misunderstandings and a search for a friend. But dive a little deeper and it is a fascinating look at life in a rock pool, an anemone’s defence mechanism and special symbiotic relationships."
The Antlered Ship
Marco the fox has lots of questions about the world. When the antlered ship, manned by a crew of deer, arrives at the harbour, Marco hops on board along with a flock of pigeons. Adventure awaits and at the end will be luscious grass and hopefully the answers to life’s biggest questions…
Page Count: 48
Genre: Adventure
Themes: Animals, perseverance, resilience
'a word about books' says…”Adventure and friendship are to be found aboard the Antlered Ship. The illustrations by The Fan Brothers are what make this book so special; a visual treat.”
At Our House
A counting book with a difference. Join a young child as they observe and count all of the body parts in their house. From heads and bones to fingers and toes, bladders and intestines to hairs and teeth. There’s plenty to count and even more to count when people come to visit…
Page Count: 28
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Counting, numbers, maths, home, family
'a word about books' says…”A quirky and fun counting book. Don’t be surprised to find children counting their own families body parts. Just hope they don’t need to confirm the length of an intestine!”
Badger's Parting Gifts
Dependable and reliable old Badger was always ready to lend a paw and had always been there whenever the other animals needed him. Over the years, Badger had helped Mole make a paper chain, taught Frog how to ice skate, shown Fox how to knot a tie and baked with Mrs. Rabbit. But the time has come for Badger to leave his friends behind and to head off down the Long Tunnel…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Animals, bereavement, grief, loss, feelings, emotions
'a word about books' says…”Endorsed by Child Bereavement UK, it is one of the best picture books on the death of a loved one, it is pretty much perfect in every single way."
Bee - & - Me
Startled by the busy little buzzy bee that has flown in through her apartment window, a little girl reaches for the fly swat and it looks like bee’s life might be coming to a swift end. A quick look in a book changes the girl’s mind and the beginnings of the most unlikely of friendships blossoms…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Adventure, life lesson
Themes: Friendship, nature, science
'a word about books' says…”An adorable wordless picture book that cleverly explores the plight of the bee through a heart-warming story. It is a celebration of nature and friendship and the importance of the human connection with the natural world."
Beegu
Beegu is far from home. Lost and alone she seeks some earthly help. Earth is full of people but none of them are very friendly. And when she does meet some friendly little people the big people are quick to stop the fun. Can Beegu find her way back home…
Page Count: 40
Genre: Adventure
Themes: Feelings, people
'a word about books' says…”Beegu will tug at your heart strings. A beautiful exploration of a child’s feelings and emotions when faced with an unfamiliar situation.”
Betsy Buglove Saves the Bees
Betsy Buglove loves bugs and the magic magnifying glass allows her to see the insects more closely and to hear them too. When a buzzy bee tells Betsy of the next door neighbour’s plan to pave over the garden, Betsy is determined to find a way to save the bees’ home from the digger…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Insects, animals, nature
'a word about books' says…”Bursting with colourful spreads, fun and fact-filled end papers and a fabulous story told in delightful rhyming prose, this is a gorgeous read that any nature-enthusiasts will love - it is guaranteed to delight those mini-Attenborough’s of the world."
Blue Flower
School is not great for one little child. They are shy, anxious and beset with worries. But what if all this worrying is for nothing and there isn’t the need to be the fastest, the bravest or the funniest. Imagine if you could just be happy with who you are…
Page Count: 36
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Feelings, self-esteem, school, family, growing-up, differences, well-being
'a word about books' says…”A beautiful read for developing kindness and empathy towards each other and for learning to love and appreciate ourselves and the unique differences that make each and every person wonderful."
The Book of Mistakes
It started off with one eye larger than the other. Then there was the elbow and the extra long neck. The weird amalgamation of frog-cat-cow would make for an excellent bush. And the girl in the tree with the ridiculously long leg, well of course that was on purpose, the girl was obviously climbing. The mistakes seem endless but perhaps they can be turned into something incredible...
Page Count: 56
Genre: Life lesson
Themes: Creativity
'a word about books' says…”Imagination and creativity combine to show that incredible things often come from mistakes. Corinna Luyken provides a very valuable lesson for young children, see mistakes as opportunities not as errors."
The Boy and the Elephant
In amongst the hustle and bustle of the city is an overgrown piece of land where trees and wildlife thrive. The boy loves to visit because it is home to his special friend. All is splendid until the day the builders arrive. The land has been sold, the trees will go and something new must take their place. The boy has a plan. But will he be able to save his friend before it is too late…
Page Count: 40
Genre: Everyday life, fantasy
Themes: Nature, environment
'a word about books' says…”Sumptuous illustrations invite the reader in to a world where the optimism and hope of a child are strong and true. It is a beautiful story of love for the natural world, the dangers of progress and our ability to make changes."
Chocolate Cake
Young Michael loves chocolate cake more than anything else, it’s even worth sneaking around the house for in the middle of the night. But the problem with chocolate cake is that it is very hard to stop eating; one crumb leads to a forkful which leads to a slice and then before you know it’s all gone. Gulp! Michael is sure that he won’t get caught but won’t mum notice her missing cake…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Poetry, humour
Themes: Food
'a word about books' says…”Michael Rosen’s funny ode to every child’s favourite treat will be devoured by young children, much like young Michael used to gobble up his mum’s delicious chocolate cake. A scrumptious poem that is sure to get those tastebuds tingling!"
Clean Up!
Rocket can not wait to go on holiday to visit her Grammy and Grampy who live by the beach. She is looking forward to having a blast with the ocean life and riding the waves on her surf board. But when she gets there she learns that the ocean, beach and wildlife are in great danger. Rocket knows that something must be done but can she get the beach-goers to clean up…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Family, seaside, environment, animals, diversity, BAME, life lesson
'a word about books' says…”After reading this, you’ll want to head out to your nearest beach and begin your own beach clean up. Empowering, important and wonderful, Rocket shows us how we can all make a difference and that every little bit certainly does help."
A Coder Like Me
Sam is keen to know all about computers and coding and his curious mind is filled with questions; Do computers need instructions? What are chips? Could a robot walk a dog? Can I be a coder like you? With the help of some very important coders who have helped shaped the world, Auntie Jo is on hand with some much needed answers. And best of all, Sam can be a coder too…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Non-fiction narrative
Themes: STEM, everyday life, diversity, BAME
'a word about books' says…”Coding is a fundamental part of the ICT curriculum and this fantastic book is fun, accessible, educational and will get kids crazy about coding."
Count on Me
In a little girl’s family everyone has their passion. Dad loves painting, Mum loves insects and her brother is into playing musical instruments. School provides lots of opportunities for exploring different passions -  acting, dancing, cooking, singing, sport, music - but none of them seem quite right. Maths is her passion. Maths is everywhere and this little girl is really very glad it is…
Page Count: 48
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Maths
'a word about books' says…”A great book that will bring much delight to passionate maths kids and might just win over reluctant mathematicians as it opens their eyes to the beauty of maths and where it can be found."
The Dark
Lazslo is afraid of the dark.  This isn’t too much of a problem though as the dark mostly lives in the basement. Until…one night Laszlo’s nightlight goes out and the dark talks to him. The dark calls Laszlo to the very place he doesn’t want to go…the basement.
Page Count: 40
Genre: Life lesson
Themes: Fear, courage, bravery, bed-time
'a word about books' says…”Perfectly captures a young child’s fears as he ventures into the place he fears to tread and overcomes his fears. A book that any child who has been afraid of the dark will relate to.”
The Darkest Dark
Chris loves pretending to be an astronaut. There is one thing that Chris doesn’t love though and that is the dark. The dark is scary and attracts the wrong sort of aliens. But one night everything changes and Chris sees the magic that is to be found in even the darkest dark…
Page Count: 48
Genre: Historical, non-fiction narrative
Themes: Fear, courage, bravery, family, space, everyday life, true story
'a word about books' says…”For any child with big dreams of flying into space this is a must read as Chris shows that little people can achieve the biggest of dreams. “The dark is for dreams - and morning is for making them come true.” Chris Hadfield."
The Day the Crayons Quit
Duncan is surprised to find a stack of letters in his crayon box. Red is tired of being used all the time. Purple wants to stay inside the lines. And Yellow and Orange have serious ‘sun’ issues. In fact, all the crayons are unhappy, so much so they’ve quit. What can Duncan do…
Page Count: 40
Genre: Humour
Themes: Inclusive
'a word about books' says…”I love this book. It is bursting with colour, creativity and humour. Will forever change the way children look at their box of colouring crayons!”
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An Engineer Like Me
Curious Zara wonders about everything. On a day out in the city with Gran, she sees lots of fascinating things. From lifts that whizz up to rollercoasters that go upside down. Zara wants to know how it all works. With the help of some very important engineers, Gran is on hand to provide some much needed answers. And best of all, Zara can be an engineer too…
Page Count: 32
Genre: Non-fiction narrative
Themes: STEM, everyday life, diversity, BAME
'a word about books' says…”Sure to ignite children’s curiosity and passion for how things work as inquisitive Zara encourages everyone to better understand the world in which we live."
Eyes that Kiss in the Corners
How would you describe your eyes? One young Asian girl’s eyes are different to those of the other children. They are not ‘sapphire lagoons with lashes like lace trim on ballgowns.’ Instead, her eyes are like her mama’s, her grandmother’s and her sister’s. They are ‘eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea.’ They are eyes with lashes that ‘curve like the swords of warriors.’ They are eyes filled with stories of the past, hopes for the future and they are beautiful…
Page Count: 40
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Culture, personal & social issues, family, school, diversity, BAME
'a word about books' says…”Filled with family, warmth, happiness and love, Eyes That Kiss in the Corners is a breathtakingly beautiful ode to Asian eyes."
Eyes that Speak to the Stars
What are your eyes like? After an innocent drawing at school upsets a young Asian boy he seeks comfort in the arms of his father. Why did his friend draw him with lines for eyes rather than circles like everyone else’s? His eyes are so much than just two straight lines. They ‘rise to the skies and speak to the stars.’ Like his Baba, his Agong and his younger brother, he has eyes that are visionary and with them he is the emperor of his own destiny…
Page Count: 40
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Culture, personal & social issues, family, school, diversity, BAME
'a word about books' says…”This lesson in loving yourself, being proud of who you are and the importance of celebrating family and heritage is an essential book to have on the shelves."