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Abstract: Marion loves his dummy, or 'noo-noo' as he calls it. When his mum tries to throw the all the noo-noos away he hides them down the side of the armchair, in his toys, even in his Wellington boots. Marion doesn't care if he gets teased about still having a dummy and he's not giving it up until he wants to! Reading age: 3-5 years old

Abstract: A very special gorilla is taught a very special skill: sign language. He appears to have everything he needs, but one day he signs that he is sad and needs a friend. His keepers bring him a tiny cat called Beauty and the two of them become inseparable. But when the gorilla gets angry and causes damage to the TV, will his keepers think him unfit to be friends with such a small, defenceless animal? Not if Beauty can think fast and prove what a special friendship they share...Ages: 3-5 ye ...; [Read more...] A very special gorilla is taught a very special skill: sign language. He appears to have everything he needs, but one day he signs that he is sad and needs a friend. His keepers bring him a tiny cat called Beauty and the two of them become inseparable. But when the gorilla gets angry and causes damage to the TV, will his keepers think him unfit to be friends with such a small, defenceless animal? Not if Beauty can think fast and prove what a special friendship they share...Ages: 3-5 years.

Abstract: Three little monkeys and their big monkey are sitting high on a branch in the forest canopy. “OK, monkeys! I’m off," says the big monkey. “Remember . . . Whatever you do, do NOT go down to the mango tree. There are tigers down there.” Mmm . . . mangoes! think the little monkeys. They LOVE mangoes. Hmm . . . Maybe . . . maybe they could just look at the mangoes. That would be OK, right? Reading age: 2-6 years.

Abstract: Bunny and Dog live on opposite sides of the fence. Every morning, first thing, Bunny looks through the fence and the tall grass at Dog. And every morning, first thing, Dog looks through the fence and the tall grass at Bunny. Yet neither one says hello. Or hi. Or nice to see you today. But then, one night, Bunny and Dog both see a shooting star zip through the sky. Could this shared moment be the start of a friendship? Ages: 2+

Abstract: This is the story of three baby owls who wake up one night in their hole in the tree to find that their mother has gone, so they sit on the branch and wait, wondering when she will return. At last she does, and they all bounce up and down with joy, welcoming her home. Ages: 2+

Abstract: At the beginning of the book, a man claims that a pigeon is filthy and needs a bath. The pigeon, however, thinks differently and spends most of the book trying to justify why he shouldn't have to take a bath. Finally, the pigeon takes a bath and realizes that he loves taking baths. Reading age: 3-5 years old

Abstract: On a mean street in a mean city, a thief tries to snatch an old woman’s bag. But she finds she can’t have it without promising something in return – to “plant them all”. When it turns out the bag is full of acorns, the young thief embarks on a journey that changes her own life and the lives of others for generations to come. Ages: 5-8 years old.

Abstract: Four unlikely and funny hunters have a plan: to catch a little bird. Everything is ready for this challenging mission, and so, fully equipped, they venture into the forest. Their clumsy attempt to catch it doesn't go well. But the hunters, undeterred, try again. One, two, three... GO! And so it goes on, over and over again. Will they finally succeed in their mission? Reading age: 2 years old.

Abstract: Sally loves nothing more than investigating a good mystery – and her shaggy canine companion Fetch loves nothing more than to be at her side when she does. There''s just one small problem: they always gets the wrong end of the stick! The hapless pair remain undeterred, however, dashing from one crime scene to another on their bicycle, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake ... yet always emerging blissfully unaware. A fun, madcap trio of stories featuring two lovable heroes with ...; [Read more...] Sally loves nothing more than investigating a good mystery – and her shaggy canine companion Fetch loves nothing more than to be at her side when she does. There''s just one small problem: they always gets the wrong end of the stick! The hapless pair remain undeterred, however, dashing from one crime scene to another on their bicycle, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake ... yet always emerging blissfully unaware. A fun, madcap trio of stories featuring two lovable heroes with a LOT of hair. Reading age: 6-8 years old.

Abstract: "There is nothing sweeter than the little hands and feet of newborn babies. Whether they are city children or tiny inhabitants of the ice. Whether they live in a small tent or among green hills. Whether they are wrapped in a soft blanket or feeling chilly. Because it is known that wherever they may be, 'like all children, they have ten fingers on their hands and ten fingers on their feet.' A delicate rhyming book to read to babies. A nursery rhyme with the gift of simplicity and tender ...; [Read more...] "There is nothing sweeter than the little hands and feet of newborn babies. Whether they are city children or tiny inhabitants of the ice. Whether they live in a small tent or among green hills. Whether they are wrapped in a soft blanket or feeling chilly. Because it is known that wherever they may be, 'like all children, they have ten fingers on their hands and ten fingers on their feet.' A delicate rhyming book to read to babies. A nursery rhyme with the gift of simplicity and tenderness, to be read aloud to little ones from their first months of life. Watercolor illustrations. Recommended reading age: from 6 months."