This is a fun and exciting story that celebrates family in all its forms, as well as the superhero potential in both children and adults. On Oakley’s birthday, his mums are away battling a super slime monster, leaving him and his Nana Anna to prepare for the party. When the slime from their suits begins to spread through the house, Oakley and little sister Lyla find themselves in the middle of a series of wildly imaginative events.
This beautiful and richly illustrated treasury invites readers to follow in the footsteps of legendary heroes and heroines from around the globe. With more than thirty tales arranged by continent, the book explores quests, voyages, and adventures that span cultures and centuries. From the familiar stories of Odysseus and Mulan, to lesser-known myths such as the African tale of Kivanga’s journey to the underworld or Japan’s tale of Momotaro, the child born from a peach, the collection blends myth, folklore, and history.
This beautifully illustrated picturebook is a perfect summer read, inviting children on a seaside treasure hunt through rock pools, seaweed forests, and sandy shores. The gentle storyline follows the discovery of shells, creatures, and plants that call the beach home.
This beautifully designed picturebook takes little ones on a journey through our world, starting with one tiny seed, and ending in the expanse of the universe. The text is simple and spare, perfect for toddlers, yet rich enough to spark early wonder about the world and our place within it. Its rhythm flows easily, helping to introduce foundational words while also encouraging conversation and curiosity.
This picturebook is a celebration of the unique bond between a father and son, and highlights the importance of nurturing a child's dreams, no matter how unconventional. It's a story that resonates with both young and old, reminding us of the courage found in self-belief and the wonders of the natural world.
Inspired by Balbriggan's historic stocking factory, this charming picturebook tells the delightful tale of Ben and Lucy, two children who transform their grey world with a burst of vibrant colour. Their accidental creation of colourful socks becomes a catalyst for change, reminding us that even small actions can have a significant impact.
Retelling the horrifying story of the famed alien invasion in a graphic novel format, Chris Mould’s re-imagining of H.G. Wells’s science fiction classic does not disappoint. Aimed at a younger audience than the adult original, the story follows Leon, who records the events in his journal and Anya the scientist as they attempt to save the planet through their observations and research.
Readers are invited on a fascinating trip through the continents exploring examples of animal and plant friendships, some millions of years old. Sometimes two is better than one, even when the twosome seems very strange indeed – did you know, for example, Lydia or boxer crabs wear stinging sea anemones like boxing gloves? Or that with a flap of their fins on the water sunfish can summon a seagull to peck off parasites? What child wouldn’t giggle at how the barbel fish’s favourite snack is hippo poo? Or that woolly bats use pitcher plants as toilets?
This is a warm hug of a book with a love of trees and nature at its heart. We follow a sweet little girl in yellow dungarees and her beloved tree through the pages. Beautifully tender illustrations and rhyming text work together to make a harmonious and heart-warming read. It encourages the reader to have a greater understanding of the importance and beauty of trees with a fascinating glimpse into their secret lives.
This is a real showstopper of a boardbook. It takes children on a journey through the seasons, giving them a real understanding of what makes each season unique and how each transitions to the next.
