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By Charlie Mackesy, Margery Williams

Charlie Mackesy’s beloved The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse has been adapted into an Academy Award® winning animated short film, now available to stream on Apple TV+#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER · WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER · USA TODAY BESTSELLER“The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse is not only a thought-provoking, discussion-worthy story, the book itself is an object of art.”- Elizabeth Egan, The New York TimesFrom British illustrator, artist, and author Charlie Mackesy comes a journey for all ages that explores life’s universal lessons, featuring 100 color and black-and-white drawings.“What do you want to be when you grow up?” asked the mole.“Kind,” said the boy.Charlie Mackesy offers inspiration and hope in uncertain times in this beautiful book, following the tale of a curious boy, a greedy mole, a wary fox and a wise horse who find themselves together in sometimes difficult terrain, sharing their greatest fears and biggest discoveries about vulnerability, kindness, hope, friendship and love. The shared adventures and important conversations between the four friends are full of life lessons that have connected with readers of all ages.

By Seuss

A Sleepy Tale Full Of Wonderful Yawning Creatures From The Iconic Dr. Seuss, Gets A Brand New Look! This Book Is The Original (and The Best) Remedy For Children Who Don't Want To Go To Sleep. Sleep Thoughts Are Spreading Throughout The Whole Land The Time For Night-brushing Of Teeth Is At Hand! The Original Story Designed Specifically For Putting Small Children To Sleep, Dr. Seuss's Sleep Book Is Full Of Wonderful Yawning Creatures Who Spread Sleep Thoughts At Bedtime. More Fun Than Counting Sheep And More Effective Than The Sandman, This Book Is The Perfect Remedy For Children Who Don't Want To Go To Sleep. As Part Of A Major Rebrand Programme, Harpercollins Is Relaunching Dr. Seuss's Bestselling Books, Including Such Perennial Favourites As The Cat In The Hat, Green Eggs And Ham And Fox In Socks. In Response To Consumer Demand, The Bright New Cover Designs Incorporate Much Needed Guidance On Reading Levels, With The Standard Paperbacks Divided Into Three Reading Strands - Blue Back Books For Parents To Share With Young Children, Green Back Books For Budding Readers To Tackle On Their Own, And Yellow Back Books For Older, More Fluent Readers To Enjoy. Dr. Seuss's Sleep Book Belongs To The Yellow Back Books Range.

By Marilyn Sadler

P.J. Funnybunny sometimes behaved badly. But THE VERY BAD BUNNY was his cousin Blinky, whose exploits will amuse all young children. Fans of P.J. will also like his first book, IT'S NOT EASY BEING A BUNNY. 'I can read it all by myself' is the Beginner Books motto, and behind it is an understanding of how important it is for children to take pride and pleasure in their early reading. Beginner Books have been designed to appeal directly to children through the use of humour, rhyme, and bright pictures that can be 'read' even by the non-reading child.

By Benjamin Hoff

“What’s this you’re writing?… asked Pooh, climbing onto the writing table.“The Tao of Pooh,… I replied.“The how of Pooh?… asked Pooh, smudging one of the words I had just written.“The Tao of Pooh,… I replied, poking his paw away with my pencil.“It seems more like ow! of Pooh,… said Pooh, rubbing his paw.“Well, it’s not,… I replied huffily.“What’s it about?… asked Pooh, leaning forward and smearing another word.“It’s about how to stay happy and calm under all circumstances!… I yelled.“Have you read it?… asked Pooh……Winnie-the-Pooh has a certain way about him, a way of doing things that has made him the world's most beloved bear, and Pooh's Way, as Benjamin Hoff brilliantly demonstrates, seems strangely close to the ancient Chinese principles of Taoism.Follow the Pooh Way in this humorous and enlightening introduction to Taoism, with classic decorations by E.H.Shepard throughout. Over a million copies sold to date.This deluxe anniversary edition is a beautiful gift for any fans of this classic title or everyone’s favourite bear.

By Arnold Lobel

A beautiful hardback gift to treasure. This collection brings together all of Arnold Lobel’s engaging, warm and funny stories about Frog and Toad, and features a special foreword by Julia Donaldson.A collectable classic treasury that every child should read and own. Julia Donaldson says “I hugely admire and envy Arnold Lobel; he is my hero”.Once upon a time there were two good friends, a frog and a toad…From writing letters to going swimming, telling stories to finding lost buttons, Frog and Toad are always there for each other – just as best friends should be.The Frog and Toad stories from Arnold Lobel have been loved by generations. This beautiful treasury brings together all twenty stories from Frog and Toad Are Friends, Frog and Toad All Year, Frog and Toad Together and Days With Frog and Toad.

By Nancy Carlson

Meet Nancy Carlson’s peppy pig—a character who is full of good feelings about herself. Her story will leave little ones feeling good about themselves, too!"Little ones in need of positive reinforcement will find it here. An exuberant pig proclaims "I like me!" She likes the way she looks, and all her activities....When she makes a mistake she picks herself up and tries again." --Booklist"Wonderful in its simplicity, here's a story that will help kids feel good about themselves." -- Boston GLobe

By Michael Bond

The classic story of the bear from Darkest Peru who arrived at Paddington Station with nothing but a suitcase, a half-empty jar of marmalade and a label that read, 'Please look after this bear. Thank you.'Mr and Mrs Brown discovered him, named him Paddington and welcomed him into their home, where he has lived ever since.

By Michael Bond

The very first, classic Paddington picture book, with updated art from the original artist.Nearly fifty years ago, a small bear from Darkest Peru set out on an adventure of a lifetime. With nothing but a suitcase, several jars of marmalade, and a label around his neck that read, "Please Look After This Bear," he stowed away on a ship headed for faraway England. When the little bear arrived at London's busy Paddington Station, he was discovered by Mr. and Mrs. Brown. As luck would have it, the Browns were just the sort of people to welcome a lost bear into their family.Paddington Bear has charmed readers worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures. This reissue of the classic story, with new artwork by original artist R. W. Alley, will surely let a whole new generation of children find a home in their hearts for this lovable lost bear.

By Kevin Henkes

For the first time, all nine of Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes’s bestselling, award-winning mouse picture books are available together in a jacketed hardcover treasury. Lilly, Chrysanthemum, Owen, Wemberly, Sheila Rae, Julius, Chester, and Wendell—all the beloved characters and stories in one lavish volume featuring brand-new jacket artwork, fun family reading tips, story activities to do at home, and an afterword by #1 New York Times–bestselling author Kevin Henkes.Kevin Henkes’s classic mouse picture books have been perennially popular with families and in classrooms for more than thirty years. Now readers can find their favorite characters and stories in one deluxe volume.With fun family reading tips, activities written by a noted literacy expert, and an afterword by the author, this treasury is an essential addition to every bookshelf. The heart and humor of Kevin Henkes’s acclaimed characters have made these books enduring favorites for a generation. Lilly & Friends is gift to cherish for fans both new and old!The treasury includes: A Weekend with Wendell; Sheila Rae, the Brave; Chester’s Way; Julius, the Baby of the World; Chrysanthemum; Owen; Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse; Wemberly Worried; and Lilly’s Big Day.

By Rudyard Kipling

How did the camel get its hump? Why won't cats do as they're told? How did an inquisitive little elephant change the lives of elephants everywhere? Kipling's imagined answers to such questions draw on the beast fables of India, and they are full of jokes, subtexts, and exotic references. This fully illustrated edition of this classic includes two extra stories and Kipling's own explanation of the title.