With colouring pages, 150 stickers to complete the seasonal images and an egg-shaped jigsaw, Happy Easter, Twirlywoos! encourages pre-schoolers to develop hand-eye coordination. More activities featuring the colourful characters, including a dot-to-dot, a maze and pictures that can be completed time and again, are offered in the Wipe Clean Activity Book. Age 3+ The two titles included in this set are:Happy Easter, Twirlywoos! (Read more...) Wipe Clean Activity Book (Read more...)

With colouring pages, 150 stickers to complete the seasonal images and an egg-shaped jigsaw, Happy Easter, Twirlywoos! encourages pre-schoolers to develop hand-eye coordination. Age 3+

Designed to encourage pre-schoolers to develop hand-eye coordination, the activities in this book include a dot-to-dot, a maze and pictures that can be wiped clean and completed time and again. Age 3+

Who’s having a bedtime story, and which cat as climbed the highest? The double-page illustrations in this book are filled with prompts and questions about details to spot, match and count, encouraging a closer look at the colourful images. Answers are given at the back. Age 5+

Bored with sucking up hordes of ants in the usual way, Anteater daydreams about the creative culinary ways in which he could serve up a single victim – stir-fried, sizzled, simmering in a soup. Crucially though, he has failed to factor in the cunning nature of his tiny foe. Age 3+

Princess Lolly is hosting a magnificent banquet to celebrate her 89th birthday, and Cook has prepared an enormous jelly as a special treat. Calamity strikes when the stubborn dessert steadfastly refuses to wobble! Age 3+

As well as colourful guides to the basics of cowboy life, including boots, horse breeds, cowboy talk, recipes (Gunslinger Beans etc) and cattle wrangling, this book has a press-out card cowboy and clothes to dress him, and a page of stickers. Age 4+

Poor Toad sits out the annual winter talent contest at the Moonlit Pond, convinced he has nothing to offer. Then a twist of fate leads him to discover a new skill, demonstrating that you never know what you can do until you try. Age 3+

A visiting Yak turns up his huge furry nose at every snack Alfie offers him – even scrumptious strawberry jelly with chocolate ice cream and a delicious home-baked cake! What delicacy will tempt the bothersome bovid to eat? Age 3+

Little Miss Sunshine is organizing an underwater expedition. On the way to the lost city of Atlantis, the brave explorers meet lots of colourful fish, get swallowed by a sleepy whale and even meet a mermaid. Age 3+

Tibs – son of Toodle, son of Tiddles, son of Toby – comes from a long line of distinguished career felines. Instead of ridding the Post Office of mice in the usual way, the kindly cat befriends them, resulting in a most unexpected outcome. Age 5+

With close-up photographs showing fangs and teeth, this brightly illustrated book presents information about habitat, method of hunting, food, and size relative to humans. Also included are three reproduction fangs and a cord for wearing them round the neck. Age 6+

Aimed at beginners, this guide explains four stitching techniques – embroidery, appliqué, quilting and patchwork. Comprehensive notes on materials and equipment are followed by step-by-step instructions for 24 projects, including a felt brooch, cushion covers and hanging ornaments. Age 9+

What’s bigger – your dad or a baby giraffe? This fact-filled concertina-style activity book can be used as a height chart or a ruler to help children learn about measuring in an interactive way. Age 6+

A prequel to The Incredibles, this chapter book follows Elastigirl as she uses her stretchy powers to protect the people of Municiberg, in the process meeting an egotistical Super who goes by the name Mr Incredible. Age 7+

The storming of the Bastille in Paris in 1789 is one of the most famous dates in world history. In the same year George Washington was elected the first President of America and the mutiny on the Bounty took place. Selecting 100 similarly interesting years, from the foundation of Rome to the fall of the Berlin Wall, this miscellany of world-changing events, people and places is compiled by the team behind Whittaker’s Almanack. Age 9+

When young artist and would-be anarchist Célie is whisked away from the tumult of Revolutionary-era Paris to work at Versailles under the tutorship of Marie Tussaud, she must choose between freedom and privilege. Age 12+

This illustrated guide to 16 mythical creatures, including giants, dragons, centaurs and unicorns, describes their features and characteristics, their origins, and the myths that surround them. It also offers advice on how to outwit a werewolf and deal with elvish spells. Age 7+

The second novel of the Winterkill trilogy sees the passing of the deadly winter storm. Emmeline leaves the settlement with Matisa and Kane, but danger awaits them and Emmeline is forced to choose between her friend and the boy she loves. Young adult.

With simple experiments and challenges, supported by colour diagrams and step-by-step instructions, this book introduces the skills and concepts that a range of science-based careers rely on, including measuring and recording data, how satellites send signals, and how our organs function. Age 8+

This illustrated beginner’s guide to Benjamin Franklin highlights the polymath’s most significant achievements, including his theory of the ‘electrical fluid’, the invention of the lightning conductor and his mapping of the Gulf Stream. Slightly off-mint. Age 8+

Theodore Boone’s father is a lawyer, his mother is a lawyer and, although he is only 13-years-old, Theo is absolutely determined to be a lawyer. Already an expert on the criminal justice system, Theo is investigating crime and bringing criminals to justice in Strattenburg, Pennsylvania. In these six cases he comes up against corrupt officials, exam cheats, kidnappers and even murderers. Age 9+

Ideal for pre-schoolers, this activity book includes stories about Bing and his friends, easy recipes for party food and a selection of craft ideas, games and puzzles. Also featured are tasks encouraging pen control and colouring pages that younger readers can work on independently, and an A–Z of Bing’s favourite things. Age 2+

Presented in a slipcase, each of the four titles in this set of Alain Grée-illustrated mini board books features a different early-years theme – the letters of the alphabet, numbers from one to ten, colours and animals. Age 1+

Each picture book in this set takes a different theme – jungle animals, sleepy animals, baby animals – and features a simple rhyming storyline. Sound effects and animal noises at various points in the texts allow very young readers to participate in the narration. With large, bright, colourful illustrations throughout, each book culminates in a farewell spread, picturing all the animals in the story and the sounds they make. Age 2+

This picture book introduces the characteristics of a Bengal Tiger by placing a friendly member of the species in everyday settings such as a playground (he's good at climbing but not so good at coming down), and the kitchen (he could eat 100 tins of cat food in one go). Age 4+

Illustrated with Hannah Dale’s watercolour paintings and featuring rhythmic text that builds and repeats, this picture book follows a group of worried woodland creatures as they pass on a rumour about 'a fox on the prowl with a terrible growl'. Age 4+

Privileged Petunia Paris is used to getting her own way. So, when her Peruvian parrot refuses to parley, she becomes rather petulant. The bird doesn't want to ponder philosophy or partake of a perfectly presented pile of prawns. Can she pinpoint his heart’s desire?Age 4+

Little Nutbrown Hare just cannot explain how much he loves Big Nutbrown Hare; and Big Nutbrown Hare always has a way of loving him more. Then, when he is almost too tired to think and about to fall asleep, the little hare is inspired by the moon. First published in 1994, this timeless tale is illustrated with Anita Jeram's hare paintings. Age 3+

This play set focuses on insects, birds, reptiles and mammals that live near humans, from creatures found around the world, including bumblebees and squirrels, to some associated mainly with North America. Accompanying the 64-page fact file, which has detailed information about the different species, are four plastic animals and press out card pieces to build a 3D outdoor scene. Age 5+

On his way to meet his friends, Bear hears a clatter in a tree, but it isn't Mouse, Hare or Badger. Can he persuade the mystery creature to overcome its shyness and join in the fun at the swimming hole? Age 3+

Candy Stripe Lil (a shrew) and Harry the Hog are on their way to Badger’s birthday party. The guests have been told to wear hats, and when the wind blows Lil’s cap away, she must fly after it. Age 3+

Val Biro has chosen eight tales from the Brothers Grimm’s famous collection, including some of the best-known – ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’, ‘The Magic Porridge Pot’ and ‘Hansel and Gretel’ – and the book ends with a note about the Grimms and the history of their Nursery and Household Tales.

Full of fascinating facts about the history and features of four different locomotives – The Orient Express, Pendolino, Trans-Siberian and Chinese Freight – this ingeniously designed book includes press-out pieces that slot together to make a 3D model of each train. Age 6+

Offering a summary of everything and everyone in Horrid Henry's wicked world, including his perennially furious babysitter Angry Anna, his long-suffering teddy bear Mr Kill and his saintly brother Perfect Peter, this encyclopaedia, exuberantly illustrated by Tony Ross, is cross-referenced and indexed. Age 6+

Kicking off with Bart Simpson taking over as Principal of Springfield Elementary School, these 18 comic strip exploits include Bart’s overnight success as a thriller writer, mishaps with Professor Dorkenheimer’s Embigulator Ray and Angry Dad having a bad car day. Off-mint. Age 6+

A Warrior girl and a Wizard boy, who should never have met, team up again in this sequel. This time they must set aside their differences to overcome an Evil Spell that has broken free. Slightly off-mint and felt-tip mark on upper trimmed edge. Age 7+

This illustrated book reveals how the wind is portrayed in stories from different cultures, explains weather events such as tornadoes and looks at how humans have harnessed wind power through time. Creative tasks, such as making a wind chime, pinwheel and weather-vane, reinforce the learning. Age 7+

Focusing on the 25 genera of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians that are classified as ‘critically endangered’ by the WWF, the information provided on each species in this illustrated guidebook includes the threats they face and the conservation efforts being made to ensure their survival. Off-mint. Age 7+

This interactive guide to the human body features 35 experiments, such as finding a blind spot, tricking the brain with optical illusions and making fake blood. They offer an insight into our physiology and anatomy, interspersed with clear diagrams and exciting facts. Age 7+

Blue Peter Best Story Award winner Kieran Larwood continues the story of the warrior rabbits Podkin, Pook and Paz as they attempt to uncover the secrets of an abandoned underground chamber. Age 8+

Timothy Hart is a most unusual boy – he has a gadget in his brain that makes anything he imagines become real. When the technology is stolen, he needs to act fast to save the world. Age 8+

Percy Jackson’s Ancient Greek Gods was an amazing success; now, having been promised a year’s supply of pepperoni pizza and blue jelly beans, he has agreed to tell the stories of twelve mortal heroes, among them Perseus, Daedalus, Theseus, Orpheus and Hercules. Told in 21st-century style, the tales are vividly illustrated by John Rocco. There is also a cheat sheet at the back, in case you get lost in the myths. Age 8+

When their widowed father's business fails, the five intrepid Bastable children decide to restore the family fortunes themselves. Their creative money-making schemes – from inventing a Certain Cure for Colds to becoming highwaymen on Blackheath Common – tend to result in trouble rather than treasure. Off-mint. Age 9+

No matter how hard the Bastable children try to be good, they almost always fail spectacularly. Whether they are telling fortunes at a party, unwittingly assisting an elopement or attempting to reform their nasty cousin Archibald, their harebrained schemes are always well-intentioned. Slightly off-mint. Age 9+

With brief notes on 18 radical artists such as Jasper Johns, Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein, examples of their work and a selection of shapes, patterns and white and coloured papers, this book provides both inspiration and materials for making your own art. Age 10+

There are hundreds of Mesozoic-era dinosaurs lurking within the pages of this intricately illustrated book. Each double spread features six different species to find and count, plus boxes in which to record the tally. Age 3+

Ideal for newly independent readers, this sweetly spooky series features Bella Donna - an orphan who has wanted to be a witch for as long as she can remember. Author Ruth Symes has created an enchanting cast of characters, and Marion Lindsay's simple illustrations add extra magic. Age 5+ The six titles included in this set are: Bella Donna: Bella Bewitched (Read more...) Bella Donna: Witchling (Read more...) Bella Donna: Witch Camp (Read more...) Bella Donna: Coven Road (Read more...) Bella Donna: Cat Magic (Read more...) Bella Donna: Too Many Spells (Read more...)

Developed by teachers and educational consultants to support the Early Years Literacy and Numeracy Curriculum, this set comprises two workbooks, a word/number spinning game and a sheet of gold star reward stickers, all presented in a fabric book bag. Age 3+

Badger is very old and worries about how his friends will cope when he is gone. This sensitive story, first published in 1984, demonstrates that one way to remember a loved one is by practising the skills they taught you. Age 3+

Written in consultation with a literary expert, this simple story for new readers follows Mr Happy as he attempts to cheer up Mr Grumble, with a little help from Mr Strong. Age 3+

Have fun learning to count with ‘There Were Ten in a Bed’, sing along with ‘Old MacDonald’ or get into a complete pickle with ‘One Finger, One Thumb’. There are more than 100 illustrated rhymes in this Ladybird collection, with some less-familiar verses as well as favourites such as ‘The Owl and the Pussy Cat’ and ‘Old King Cole’. Age 3+

Balthazar is the world's greatest (and only) violin-playing polar bear. Finally released from the circus, he sets off on an epic journey home across mountains, oceans and desert. Lost and lonely, he is just about to turn back when he spies a familiar face. Age 3+

In this entertaining picture book, the children find an unidentified, sleeping creature in their garden and decide to send it home. When the mysterious creature finally wakes up, it’s in for a big surprise. Age 3+

Who did his business on Mole’s head? That’s what Mole is trying to find out in this pull-the-tab edition of the scatologically humorous tale first published 30 years ago. Age 3+

Desperate to dine on stacks of stinkier-than-old-socks fromage, Daddypops and his rat offspring are planning an audacious underground raid on the Cheese Shop. When their tunnelling goes awry, they end up surrounded by frilly piles of Fancy Pants and Underwear. Age 4+

This activity book, which includes a sheet of silver star stickers, presents over 20 illustrations to be completed using the sort of tiny treasures – buttons, feathers, leaves, ribbons – that can be discovered around the home. It encourages children to develop their skills of observation and imagination, and shows how to create a unique collage on every page. Age 4+

This well-illustrated picture book blends fact and fiction to help young children understand the environmental challenges faced by the planet, encouraging them to imagine a world free from pollution, deforestation and poaching. Age 4+

Romeo the Dog is preparing for a camping trip, but his suitcase becomes too heavy to lift. Undaunted, he comes up with increasingly novel ways to move it, using helium balloons, roller skates and a home-made rocket ship. Age 5+

Four famous artists paint very different portraits of Josette's pet rabbit, Pepette. Picasso portrays her with three ears, Dalí makes her look droopy, Chagall depicts her flying through the clouds, and Matisse turns her pink. This beautifully illustrated story teaches children that, through art, we can see the world any way we want. Age 5+

Three children, Joe, Beth and Frannie, and their cousin Rick, live in a cottage deep in the country, near the Enchanted Wood where the Faraway Tree grows. High in the tree live the children’s friends Silky the fairy, Moon-Face and Saucepan Man, and at the top there is always a new magical land to explore. First published in 1943, this famous adventure story has new, colourful illustrations by Mark Beech and large print for young readers. Age 5+

Written for newly independent readers, this collection of illustrated chapter books star Judy Moody – an exuberant, ambitious American third-grader prone to adventure. Although her moods change like the wind, her can-do attitude is constant, whether she's on an eco-crusade, working on a class project, or getting to grips with maths. Age 6+

Tall and spindly and the owner of 16 cats, Miss Petitfour likes baking and crafts and travels by air, powered by her billowing tea party tablecloth. This compendium contains five short stories about her and her eccentrically named pets. Age 6+

This book offers an interactive way for children to learn 300 key words of Spanish, grouped into themes such as food, animals, shopping and travel. With colourful illustrations throughout, it includes 100 repositionable stickers to use as a learning aid around the home.

Teaching young artists to draw 25 cartoon monsters, including Godzilla and King Kong, each tutorial in this guide begins with a simple shape and progresses through 5 easy-to-follow steps to the finished creature. Age 6+

One of the best-loved protagonists in children's literature, Sara Crewe journeys from riches to rags and back again. This easy-to-read abridged version is accompanied by an audiobook read by Royal Shakespeare actor Lucy Whybrow, complete with music and sound effects. Age 7+

The heroine of this colourful graphic novel sets out across the universe with a group of quirky friends on a quest to find her father. Encountering weird and wonderful places and characters along the way, the themes of friendship, family and environmental conservation are played out in a far future of interstellar space travel and exotic aliens. Age 7+

As bulldozers descend on Farthing Wood, the animals plan their escape and vow to protect each other, little realizing the challenges that await them. This edition of the popular novel, first published in 1979, includes a section with activities, character profiles and an author interview. Age 9+

This sequel to The Dreamwalker’s Child finds Sam Palmer fighting to save mankind again from the threat posed by the evil forces of the parallel world of Aurobon, in a battle fought out by insect armies of robber flies and fighter wasps. Slightly off-mint. Age 9+

Cherry is swept out to sea and encounters ghosts from a mine; two children rescue a strange old man caught in an animal trap… Five mystical, sometimes dark, short stories are connected by their location: Zennor, on the coast at the edge of Britain. Age 9+

Covering curriculum topics including geology, geography and climatology, this comprehensive introduction to our planet describes the earth's structure, surface and atmosphere and explains the natural phenomena connected to each. Slightly off-mint. Age 9+

Organized by genera, such as primates, land carnivores and ungulates, this volume outlines the characteristics of the main species within each category, illustrated with colour photographs and anatomical drawings. Slightly off-mint. Age 9+

Employing detailed diagrams and cross-sections, this guide to the human body demonstrates the inner workings, functions and interactions of each organ and system. Slightly off-mint. Age 9+

From the earliest theories about the stars by Greek and Chinese observers to the recent discovery of gravitational waves, this history of astronomy explains, with illustrations and diagrams, the theories that have been proposed, proved or disproved over the centuries. It shows how, generation by generation, key discoveries were made and our understanding of the universe expanded. Age 9+

The three titles included in this set are: Beware of the Power of the Dark Side! (Read more...) So You Want to be a Jedi? (Read more...) The Princess, the Scoundrel, and the Farm Boy (Read more...)

A lovable character created by the noted French illustrator Alain Grée, Romeo is a dog who loves exploring. In this set of board books, he finds himself in three different environments and needs help to identify what will appear on the following page from the clue given. Age 2+ The three titles included in this set are: Romeo Explores the Seaside (Read more...) Romeo Explores the Garden (Read more...) Romeo Explores the Farm (Read more...)

Inspired by a much-loved teddy from her childhood, and featuring her signature coloured pencil illustrations, this classic Jane Hissey story finds the toys organizing a birthday celebration for Old Bear. Elsie the Elephant plans to present him with a colourful umbrella, but then a gust of wind blows it – and her – up, up, and away! Age 4+

In the Rainforest, the air reverberates with squawks, hisses and snaps; woodland creatures snuffle, squeak and growl; grassland animals trumpet and roar; and sea creatures splash, bark and scuttle. This beautifully illustrated book, perfect for reading aloud with little ones, introduces the appearance, sounds and movements of an abundance of creatures from around the world. Age 3+

Opening with an introduction that explains core electronics skills such as stripping wires, soldering and building a simple circuit board, plus a list of essential components, Mike Warren goes on to present fourteen step-by-step projects for aspiring inventors. Graded easy, intermediate or advanced, the designs include a mini vibrating robot, potato clock, LED bookmark and pocket torch. Age 7+

Summarily banished to an attic room and forced to work as an errand girl after her father's death leaves her destitute, warm-hearted Sara Crewe – until then a model pupil at Miss Minchin's Select Seminary for Young Ladies – finds solace by imagining she is a princess disguised as a servant. A masterpiece of Victorian children's literature, this novel demonstrates kindness, resourcefulness and resilience. Age 9+ Off-mint.

This intricately illustrated volume presents information about more than 20 different world habitats and the diverse assortment of creatures that make their home there. Each double-page spread includes a list of six species to spot – from the arctic hares that inhabit the Greenland tundra and the sidewinder snakes that lurk in Death Valley to the yaks that roam the High Himalayas and the albatross that soar above the Antarctic ice shelf.

With double-page illustrations incorporating cross-sections and cutaway views that reveal the ship's interior and the guests and workers within, this interactive book tells the story of the night the Titanic sank. Readers are encouraged to find the detail hidden in the pictures and explore the back-stories of those on board. Age 9+

Each double-page spread in this board book features robust cardboard sliders which allow toddlers to play peek-a-boo with a range of farmyard favourites, introducing them to simple animal vocabulary and the sounds they make. Age 1+

“Sometimes you’re happy. Sometimes you’re sad. Sometimes you’re good. Sometimes you’re bad.” This board book tells the story of a mother elephant’s unconditional love for her child. Age 1+

Elmer the Elephant sees, hears and smells amazing things on his mindful walk, but the other animals are far too busy to stop and appreciate the wonders of nature with him. Age 1+

With their cosy beds transformed into an air balloon and boat, a little boy and girl float through dreamland, meeting at the centre spread. Featuring somnolent rhythms and fantastical illustrations, this picture book can be read both from the front or the back.

In these three gentle adventures from the award-winning author and illustrator Shirley Hughes, a missing tortoise is found in disguise, Alfie and Grandma meet a lost sheep, and Alfie makes a journey of discovery around Grandma’s house. A map at the back of the book allows readers to spot locations that feature in the stories. Age 3+

Forced to move out of his burrow because he has filled it to the brim with his favourite vegetable, Rabbit asks his friends for help. However, they soon find themselves playing second fiddle to his carrot collection. Age 4+

This collection of twenty-three short stories features the mischievous pixies Rag, Tag and Bobtail, the adventurous rabbits Flop and Whiskers, the quarrelsome tin soldier, the two good fairies and many more of master-storyteller Enid Blyton's best-loved characters. Age 5+

When Diggory Digger takes his friend Morris the Mole exploring deep underground, they accidentally wake up a dozing Diggerosaurus. Can they tunnel fast enough to escape his wrath? Age 4+

Here are the culinary adventures of an extraordinary menagerie – Hugh the blue emu, Theodor the lemur (who 'Goes door to door/ Selling boar bristle brushes'), Iggy the guinea piggy and the zoo VIP (Very Idle Panda), to name just a fraction – told in rhymes and hilarious pictures. Ronald Searle obviously relished drawing creatures such as William the billy goat cooking 'spaghetti of sweater yarn', but he didn't forget to hide a little mouse for young readers to find in every picture. Age 5+

Each of the 12 projects in this collection features a skill rating between one and three, step-by-step instructions and photographs with arrows showing where to fold. Contains tear-out sheets of specialist origami paper with which to make the designs, including a parrot, kitten and snake. Age 5+

Thelonious tries to outwit Fat Cat with his toe-tapping tunes and rhymes, but will Fat Cat stop chasing mice and finally feel the beat? Age 3+

Exuberantly illustrated by Quentin Blake, this rhyming story depicts a year in the life of an eccentric family as they dress like insulated polar bears in January, make a terrible mess when spring cleaning in April, and retreat to bed in December. Age 3+

Jill Murphy has written about the Large family of elephants for over 30 years. In this story, chaos ensues when Mrs Large is feeling unwell and Dad takes charge for the day. Off-mint. Age 3+