Nature and animal stories Books

From the winner of the New York Times Best Illustrated Book Prize and the American Indian Youth Literature AwardI'd like to tell you a rather true story about a big black cat who started out gray. Her name was May.Margaux and her cat May became friends...

Who has eaten the little bug? A gallery of animals all deny their involvement. Was it the polar bear? The pelican? The lion? The snail? With a succession of multi-coloured holes that get smaller and smaller, little hands will love this bright and...

From the champion of reluctant readers, Jeff Norton, a new title in this fast-paced fantasy series, set in a medieval land where dinosaurs still roam. Now an established Dino Knight, Henry Fairchild sets off to find his lost parents, but is soon caught...

Everyone thinks Lulu is a bulldog.But she knows that can't be true!Because Lulu is a rhinoceros!Kids will love this inspiring and funny picture book about a spunky bulldog who has the courage to be herself. Lulu knows she is a rhinoceros. She may have...

Get ready to sing and laugh along with this intergalactic twist on the classic children’s song “Old MacDonald Had a Farm” in a rollicking picture book from author Zach von Zonk and beloved illustrator Benjamin Chaud!Old MacDonald had a farm—that is,...

For fans of Katie the Catsitter and Matilda, comes a heartwarming story for kids ages 7-10 about finding courage and discovering the possibility of new friendships.Maxime is ten years old. Her favorite things are her books and cats-especially her own...

This charming search and find picture book helps young kids practice counting and subtracting and is a fascinating introduction to the unique world of stick bugs!Meet Mama stick bug and her six little sticks. Mama's going to teach them how to hide so six...

The bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees partners with his daughter to introduce kids aged 3-7 to the countless ways animals cool down and the importance of forests in hot weather.It's a hot day-VERY hot! Piet the squirrel needs to find a good...

Stroke the sweet, snuggly bunny better in this touchy-feely book Little bunny needs your care! Stroke its ears when it's scared, rub its nose better after an encounter with a tickly bug, and stroke its back when it's feeling sleepy. This adorable book...

A wondrous walkabout through the mountains from Gumbaynggirr artist Melissa Greenwood, the creator of the heart-stirring picture books Miimi Marraal, Mother Earth, My Little Barlaagany, Giinagay Gaagal, Hello Ocean and Miimi and Buwaarr, Mother and Baby...

You don't have to be big to be brave! Heart-warming adventures of friendship, courage and discovery, brought vividly to life with gorgeous illustrations by Kubra Teber. Ideal for younger readers. When Tiny is picked up by a bird mistaking her for a worm,...

Prepare to lick the toenails of adventure! Betty Steady’s faster than an angry goose and stronger than an ogre in yoga pants and she DON’T NEED NO STINKING HELP FROM NO ONE! But can she prevent the Toad Witch from attacking Wobbly Rock?The funniest young...

A gentle lullaby that helps children wind down at the end of the day, with an appreciation of nature and respect for country. Sea breeze,stars rising high ...Night-time is here, it's time to go to sleep.Marringa, which means sleeping in the Anindilyakwa...

From million-copy bestselling author David Walliams comes a laugh-out-loud animal space adventure. Chump the chimpanzee was always being silly. He would:- make rude noises from BOTH ENDS…- pick his nose with his little toe…- eat the skins of bananas,...

Some cats really do have nine lives: after a stay at the legendary Savoy hotel, Kaspar the cat sets sail – on none other than the Titanic . . . ‘A cracking narrative’ ObserverThey say cats have nine lives, and that’s certainly true of Kaspar. From the...

Just because you are older, doesn’t mean you know better. Teddy’s off to catch a fish, but Cub wants to come too. Little cubs always get in the way. But, luckily, they can also surprise you. Funny and stunning by turns, come with Cub and Teddy on an...

A missing budgie inspires an unlikely friendship between a young boy and his elderly neighbour in this touching Little Gem from award-winner and Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho. Mr Buxton is always having a go at Miles and his friends for climbing the...

Noodle is up to his usual canine antics as Sports Day arrives at Wigley Primary – and a new friend adds even more mayhem … Sports Day has arrived at Wigley Primary and everyone is excited to take part in unusual events like book balancing, frisbee...

Can a heroic knight defeat the Terrible Tab before she decimates the mouse population of Raven Castle? Support severely struggling readers with this exciting hi-lo adventure. Sir Tristan and his cat Terrible Tab have decimated the mouse population of...

A project to re-introduce beavers brings a town together against a common threat, in this touching tale from master storyteller Gill Lewis. Times are tough for Cari and her mum. A violent storm has flooded the valley where they live, destroying their...

A wickedly clever and hilarious canine tale from a superstar author-illustrator. Whenever there’s a pong, poo or puddle that can’t be explained, Norman and Ringo are the hounds that take the blame. Determined to exploit their status for profit,...

Friendship forms in the midst of war between a young German boy and a Russian bomber-dog, in this poignant and gripping historical adventure. East Prussia, Germany, 1945. War is raging across Europe, and as Russian soldiers close in across eastern...

A search for treasure reveals the toxic consequences of modern life in this thrilling adventure set against the backdrop of the world’s largest e-waste dump. A search for treasure reveals the toxic consequences of modern life in this thrilling adventure...

Granny’s hunt for the perfect pet brings some unexpected results in this goofy adventure of family, mudlarking and mayhem. Zac and Essie have been helping their Granny Mo in her search for the perfect pet. She’s tried everything from cats to axolotls...

Worldwide bestseller Holly Webb makes her Barrington Stoke debut with a truly adorable sausage dog tale! Ruby’s dad has arrived home with a wonderful surprise – Coco the sausage dog puppy! And when the family go on holiday to the seaside, of course Coco...

Jack's about the get the pet he's always wanted – and many, many more … A furry and funny gem from King of Comedy Jeremy Strong. Cats in the bath. Cats in the cupboards. A hundred cats everywhere!Everyone in Jack's class has a pet, but all Jack has is...

Two super-smart kids triumph in these perfectly packaged tales with a twist from multi-award-winning and bestselling author Michael Rosen It pays to be able to think on your feet, especially if you're about to be eaten alive or cheated out of a...

A heart-warming tale of empathy, affection and dealing with grief across generations, from award-winning author Nicola Davies. Grandpa Joe is butterfly bonkers. There's nothing he loves more than photographing the fluttering, colourful creatures in his...

Roll up! Roll up! For the second exciting instalment in The Big-Top Mysteries series, packed with all the fun of the circus and an intriguing new mystery to be solved … Roll up! Roll up! A new season is about to begin at the Shortbread family's circus!...

Upper Dab is under attack from a mysterious invasion of toads in this hilarious adventure from award-wining author Patrice Lawrence. After a toad lands on his head as he leaves his house one morning, Leo is determined to find out where it has come from...

A cautionary tale of brats, cats and a little bit of magic from much loved and best-selling author Malorie Blackman. Ellie is the rudest, most spoilt child her grandma has ever met and it's time that she learnt a lesson! So with a little bit of magic...

Another hilarious Little Gem from Jeremy Strong, the master of comic writing for children, with character-packed illustration from Jamie Smith. When Captain Beardy-Beard rescues Nellie from the North Pole she's ready to be safe and sound back at...

Former Children's Laureate Michael Morpurgo spins the tender yet humorous tale of a bully who gets his comeuppance. Class bully Darren is challenged to a face-off with Olly the bull. Darren has no idea that Olly's a gentle giant. And the boy who set the...

A glorious sequel to Good Dog McTavish, this endearing story is brimming with Meg Rosoff’s stylish prose, quirky humour, astute eye for the details of canine-human dynamics, and the oddities of family life. It's summer and the Peachey family...

A hilarious Little Gem from Jeremy Strong, the master of comic writing for children, with character-packed illustration from Jamie Smith. Plucky young penguin Nellie Choc-Ice goes on an epic adventure when her iceberg floats off to the North Pole...

A charming and witty take on a family going to the dogs and the dog who must save them, from the 2016 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award-winner. Filled to the brim with Meg’s wry humour and beautiful prose and illustrated throughout in black and...

Warm, magical and funny family tale from an award-winning author. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+ Tom, Ellie and Whiskers the Cat have to go and live with witchy Aunt Tab when their parents set off on a raft...

A warm, charming and ever-so-slightly batty celebration of family love, inspiring teachers and the great characters who make all our lives more interesting. Shona likes most creatures in the world but for some reason she's terrified of bats, and so...

Charming countryside tale about the bond between children and animals, perfect for younger fans of Michael Morpurgo. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all. When Joe's teacher announces the new class...

Uh oh – the nits are in town! Support severely struggling readers with this rollicking rhyming tale. A gang of nasty nits are in town and no matter how much the mummies go mad with mayonnaise and nit-combs, they think they're here to stay!Particularly...

Tickle the soft patches to hear the rhino and its friends make adorable sounds in this hilarious baby book. You'd better not tickle the rhino... because it just might snort if you do! Babies and toddlers will love exploring the hilarious world of this...

Add stickers to show the amazing variety of animals and plants in different parts of the world. From a dusty desert to the deep blue sea, discover wonders of nature from all over the world in this inviting sticker book. Children will love filling each...

Lift the soft flaps in this delightful novelty book to find a family of playful little bears playing hide and seek. Table cloths, coats, laundry on the line... there are all kinds of soft things that bear cubs just love to hide behind! Each time you...

A charming story collection from Michael Morpurgo and illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees – full of friendship and adventure, and perfect to read together Take part in the heroic rescue of a fishing boat in trouble, meet a boy who makes an extraordinary...

Bees! Butterflies! Ladybirds! Join Dr. Seuss’s Lorax in this exciting new book about incredible insects and how best to protect them! With unique rhymes, spectacular information and heaps of brilliant images, children will love learning about the...

Inspiring puzzles, activities, experiments and ideas for helping the planet. The activities, puzzles and experiments in this book will show children how people can help the planet. Follow pigeons as they measure air pollution over London. Investigate...

Another collection of five hilarious rhyming tales to appeal to beginner readers. Five funny stories that make reading a joy. In this collection you'll visit the unicorn hotel, go to the water park with a gang of skunks and take to the air in Spider's...

Frog and Toad stories have delighted both children and adults for more than fifty years, celebrating friendship and life in the most joyful and heart-warming way. This charming collection, which brings together three springtime stories, is the perfect...