Animals and nature

With danger lurking on every page, this is a charming coming-of-age story about a young fox – Foxy – who ventures out on his first solo adventure. What makes this tale truly special is not just its mix of comedy, menace, and friendship, but its stunning depictions of Irish wildlife and the everyday beauty of an Irish back garden.

Maptastic is a book packed to the brim with interesting maps showing all aspects of the Earth. Traditionally, we think of maps as tools to show us the way to get to somewhere, but Maptastic goes way beyond the usual expectations of a map.

Flossie McFluff’s latest festive adventure is a warm and lively tale that celebrates kindness, courage and the magic that can unfold when a determined woodland fairy steps up to help her friends. The story offers young readers a reassuring reminder that even the smallest actions can have a big impact. The plot is straightforward and swiftly paced, allowing space for children to enjoy the cosiness and charm of the world O’Brien has created without being overwhelmed by detail.

Baby Look! A Sensory Playbook is a joyful, hands-on introduction to books for the very youngest readers. Designed with babies and curious toddlers in mind, each page offers something to touch, slide, spin or explore. The bright art, gentle prompts and sturdy moving parts make this a book that invites little hands to stay busy while little eyes take in colours, shapes and familiar animals.

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 encyclopedia covers everything from our unique climate, through natural history, geography, biology, conservation and the problems caused by pollution. It brings the reader on a journey through a wide range of habitats and the creatures and plants that live there. This is such a comprehensive encyclopedia of the Irish seashore, the amount of information contained in both the text and also the illustrations is seriously impressive.

The Great Bear patrols the oceans and protects the Earth, going to great efforts to protect the Ocean world as new threats emerge, including human activity. This story is a tribute to the Arctic and is a powerful tale of hope and resilience.

The SuperQuesters are whizzed away to the rainforest in this second adventure for Lilli, Leo and Bea. Rainforest Magic covers topics as widespread as how plants can be used in medicine to robotics and even includes up-to-date research, with nanobots being used for delivering medicine as part of the adventure. There are extra fun facts on each topic covered for the inquisitive, but these are optional additions rather than part of the story itself.

Enchanted Ireland is a captivating journey through all thirty-two counties of Ireland, offering readers a rich tapestry of myth, geography and imagination. Each short story blends traditional folklore with real locations, allowing readers to travel the country through its legends. A map included in the book invites readers to follow their reading journey from county to county.