Helen Mortimer / Cristina Trapanese

Suitable 2+

Using carefully chosen words in relatable settings from the world around them, this book creates a moment for children and adults to discover first counting words at a pizza party.

The engaging art style, fun characters and hardback picture book feel make this series accessible and perfect to share.Ìý

Helen Mortimer / Cristina Trapanese

Suitable 2+

This book creates a moment for children and adults to discover first sorting words through dressing up and having fun.

Written and illustrated by the same winning team as ‘Big Words for Little People’, this series is special not only because it focuses on maths in a child-friendly way, but also because it’s from Oxford, it’s packed with educational goodness that helps children develop and grow.

Naomi Jones / James Jones

Suitable 2+

Circle loves the tower that the squares and hexagons have built and wants to make his own.

But circles, diamonds and triangles are pointier, rounder and much wobblier – making a tower is not as easy as it looks! The shapes try and try but their tower just keeps tumbling down. Can Circle persuade them to have just one more try?

Leigh Hodgkinson

Suitable 2+

Martha LOVES drawing maps. She creates maps of everything-even her thoughts and dreams! Let Martha be your guide as she welcomes you to her world. Starting in outer space, we zoom in page by page, to our planet, Martha’s community, and beyond to her dreams of a future where ANYTHING is possible.

Full of quirky details and fun non-fiction labels that children will love poring over-they will discover cool new facts with every reading.Ìý

Tony Neal

Suitable 2+

Elephant is too heavy to play with Mouse on the seesaw. Their friends can help, but will it be enough to get Elephant’s feet off the ground? A great deal (of Elephant) hangs in the balance in this hilarious introduction to the maths concept of weight.

With engaging artwork and a very funny story, readers won’t even realize that they’re learning something while they laugh along with the animal friends!

Naomi Jones / James Jones

Suitable 2+

No matter how hard she tries, Triangle doesn’t roll like the circles, or stack like the squares…so she sets off to find friends that look exactly like her. But when she finds the other triangles, playtime isn’t as fun. She misses the shapes that roll and stack; she misses being different. So she starts a new quest, one that gets all of the different shapes playing and having fun together!

Tony Neal

Suitable 2+

Mouse is hungry, but that tasty cake is just too high! Is it a stretch too far, or will Mouse find his way to the top?

It’s a big problem for a small mouse in this hilarious introduction to the maths concept of height.

Anya Glazer

Suitable 2+

The otters and the badgers live on either side of the river, but they have never seen eye to eye. Neither group can cross to the opposite riverbank. But one day shy otter-baker Francie accidentally ventures into the badger lands in search of a new ingredient. As the two sides begin arguing again, she has unwittingly set off a new chapter in their ongoing feud. But maybe Francie’s stunning new cookies-otter-baked but with badger-territory ingredients-may finally help them learn to get along…

Fiona Woodcock / Corrinne Averiss

Suitable 2+

Chi is a panda who loves to listen. Being silent brings sounds to her ears: the swish of bamboo, the chitter of birds, and then one day, a new sound, gentle and sweet.

The sound leads Chi to a boy, who blows breath through a piece of bamboo. Chi is enchanted and longs to make friends, but she is shy and hides instead. As the boy searches for Chi and mist gathers in the forest, she must find the courage to help him-even if it means being seen . . .

Sean Julian

Suitable 2+

Alba the young albatross leaves her nest to set out on her life’s journey. But when a huge wave knocks her from the sky and breaks her wing, she is left all alone on an icy shore . . .

But then a penguin appears, followed by another and another, until the whole colony is at Alba’s side. Among her new friends, Alba’s spirits are quickly lifted and, through the long, dark winter, her wing slowly mends. When the sun finally appears over the horizon, Alba is at last able to fly again, but she never forgets the kindness she was shown at the heart of the penguin huddle.

Wendy Meddour / Carmen Saldana

Suitable 2+

Peggy is an apologetic pigeon. She always assumes she’s in the wrong. Even when she’s the one getting bullied.

But Cynthia, an older female seagull, gives her the necessary skills to stand up for herself. This hilarious tale from award-winning author Wendy Meddour contains an important message about the importance of being assertive.

Wendy Meddour / Carmen Saldana

Suitable 2+

Howard thinks he’s the most exceptional creature in the rainforest-that’s because no other creature is as exceptionally camouflaged as him! But when he learns that the rainforest is full of other camouflaged creatures, he begins to wonder: ‘Who will like me if I’m just . . . an average gecko?’

Thankfully Howard meets Dolores (another average gecko) and he discovers that you don’t have to be exceptional to be loved-and those that love you will never think you’re average at all.

Layn Marlow

Suitable 2+

Noah waits all day for Nana’s boat to be ready so that they can go seal spotting. He waits and waits, and eventually takes matters into his own hands, building his very own seal out of sand-it’s almost as good as the real thing.

But it isn’t long before a storm whips up, his seal is washed away, and Nana packs up ready to leave. Noah loses all hope that he’ll ever spot a real-life seal, until something special happens

Georgina Stevens / Izzy Burton

Suitable 2+

Spurred into action when her seagull friend gets poorly from eating plastic, young Stella is soon on a campaign for change.

A beach clean up and plastic straw ban sparks her whole community into action and soon Stella is making a big impact. And it’s not long before the little seagull and all its animal friends can live in a better environment.

Anne Rooney / Qu Lan

Suitable 2+

Baby Koala likes to stay close to Mum as the pair snuggle up together, safe in the treetops. But one day, when danger threatens, Baby Koala must be brave and bold…

This heartwarming story about an animal family living in the wild has big flaps to open and koala facts to discover.

My Dad is a Grizzly Bear

Written by Swapna Haddow and Illustrated by Dapo AdeolaÌý| Age 2+

The hilarious story of a little boy with a wild imagination and all the fun that he gets up to, with his family. Centres on a black-mixed family, has gorgeous illustrations and perfect to read aloud.

The Rapping Princess

Written by Hannah Lee and illustrated by Allen FatimaharanÌý| Age 2+

Full of fun, rhymes and energy, this original book focusses on a princess with singing talents that differ from everyone else she knows and celebrates being yourself.

Aziza’s Secret Fairy Door

Written by Lola Morayo and illustrated by Cory Reid | Age 6-8

The first book in an inclusive magical adventure series filled with mischief and friendship, this is such an endearing book, full of hijinks. Magic is effortlessly woven into the everyday situations that children experience and it’s a joy to read.

Mr Shaha’s Marvellous Machines

Written by Alom Shaha and illustrated by Emily Robertson | Age 5-12

This wonderfully written non-fiction book by a science teacher and dad,Ìýgives clear, step-by-step instructions for over 15 fun activities to engage young people. Perfect for even those of us who find crafts at home difficult!

Children of the Benin Kingdom

Written by Dinah Orji | Age 8+

A beautiful, immersive trip to historic Benin Kingdom, with a Black heroine, adventure and mystery galore.

Rumaysa

Written by Radiya Hafiza and illustrated byÌýRhaida El TounyÌýand Areeba SiddiqueÌý| Age 8+

Such a fresh retelling! A brilliant spin on a classic fairytale, which effortlessly blends cultures and has strong female protagonists.

Me, My Dad and the End of the RainbowÌý

Written by Benjamin DeanÌýand Illustrated by Sandhya Prabhat | Age 8+

A heartwarming tale of friendship, love, family and valuable lessons. Archie is such a beautifully-written character, who is kind, and full of love and acceptance.ÌýÌý

Amber Undercover

Written by Em Norry | Age 10+

A thrilling teen spy adventure, which my daughter adored! Manages to incorporate changing family dynamics, teenage friendship drama and also be extremely funny.

Eight Pieces of Silva

Written by Patrice Lawrence | Age 12+

A beautifully written, sensitive exploration of grief with modern, realistic characters that teenagers will relate to. This is a page-turning mystery that will keep YA readers hooked until the conclusion.

Illustrated by David Semple

Today you’re the digger driver! Your job is to help your team to build a house. Let’s go!ÌýChildren will love using their imagination to pretend to use the digger’s controls to dig, move, and scoop.ÌýThe story ends with a sense of achievement as the finished house is revealed.

Illustrated by David Semple

Today you’re the fire engine driver! Your job is to help your crew to put out a fire at the bakery. Hurry!ÌýChildren will love using their imagination to pretend to use the fire engine’s controls to switch on the siren, turn on the flashing lights, and start the engine.

All Aboard

Illustrated by Sean Sims | Age 2+

We’re at the station and ready to go. Hop on board our amazing train to share a fun-filled learning journey!ÌýThese beautifully illustrated and engaging stories introduce key early learning concepts and are great to share with young children from age 2 and up. All aboard everyone!

Written by Helen Mortimer and illustrated by Cristina Trapanese | Age 3+

A series of picture books designed to help you talk about the ups and downs of first experiences and new emotions with your child. Created by language experts at 51ºÚÁÏÍø, each book contains carefully-chosen feature words to support early years learning and equip children with the language skills to develop and grow.

The Pirate Mums

Written by Jodie Lancet-Grant and illustrated by Lydia Corry

Billy often wishes his family could be more like everyone else’s. But when his mums’ nautical knowledge saves the day on an ill-fated school trip to the beach, he soon comes to appreciate their uniqueness in a whole new way.

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Everybody has a Body

Jon Burgerman | Age 2+

Everyone’s body is different in some way – and that’s OK! Whether your body is big, small, short or tall – Jon Burgerman shows us that it is something to celebrate and be proud of. Eye-popping colours and fun characters bring to life this celebration of positive body image and diversity.

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The Perfect Fit

Naomi and James Jones | Age 2+

A story about happiness, differences and shapes! Triangle is trying her best to fit in, but she’s just not like the circles and the squares. So Triangle sets off to find some friends just like her. But being the same isn’t as fun as she thought it would be and with the help of her friends Triangle learns to be happy just as she is.

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Big Words for Little People: Kindness

Written by Helen Mortimer and illustrated by Cristina Trapanese | Age 3+

This little book on kindness is one in an exciting series exploring big topics with young children in a way that feels good. Using carefully chosen words and phrases, such as ‘giving’ or ‘taking turns’, it creates a special moment for grown-ups and young children to focus on what it means to be kind in everyday life.

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