Caryl Hart

Caryl Hart

Children's author

www.carylhart.com
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Available for

Workshop, Talk, Reading, Interview, Commission a book

Audiences

Age 5 to 7, Age 7 to 11, Adult

Genres

Fairy tale, Fiction, Picture book

Book types

Alphabet, Fiction for children, Fiction 5-9, Picture book

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Talk to me about in-person and virtual author visits!

Author of Meet the Oceans, Meet the Weather, When a Dragon Comes to School, My Small World Dinosaurs, The Girl who Planted Trees, Thank You for the Little Things, Girls Can do Anything, How to Grow a Dinosaur, The Princess and the Giant, Whiffy Wilson, Mini Monsters, Sonny Says and many more! 


Whether you want a virtual visit, in-person assembly or a full day of activities, I can help boost enthusiasm for books and reading and help you raise literacy attainment in your setting. Children will discover how I used self-belief, hard work and determination to become an author and we'll discuss how books and reading can help them achieve their own dreams. Children might also meet characters from my books, discuss the book's topic, sing songs (with actions!), have fun with book-related crafts or learn new story-writing techniques to create their own work. 

I often bring props to help engage children and if you choose sessions on Meet the Oceans or Meet the Weather, I'll also arrive in full costume complete with light up jellyfish umbrella or flashing storm cloud hat and ukulele for accompaniment!

I am friendly, fun and approachable and know how important it is for every child to feel seen and understood. Many of my books promote values of empathy, kindness, friendship, resilience, determination, tolerance and understanding and feature a diverse range or characters. I am used to working with children from all kinds of backgrounds and am confident in managing large or smaller groups.

Teachers often tell me how engaged the children are in my sessions and how they are "buzzing" afterwards. Many have said their children produced their best written work after an in-person or virtual visit. 

All my visits include free printable resources and a timetable tailor-made for your setting.

I am also available for teacher training workshops.


For full details, photos, video, comments and testimonials, visit my website: www.carylhart.com/visits

To find out more or make a booking, complete the enquiry form on this site, or contact me direct at: www.carylhart.com/contact

You can find me on social media here:

Twitter @carylhart1

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Website: www.carylhart.com

BOOK WEEK / WORLD BOOK DAY:  If you would like to book me for Book Week or World Book day, please contact me well in advance as my diary fills up very quickly!!  (Please note: An author visit is a great way to improve literacy standards and the enjoyment of reading and writing, whatever day of the year it is!)

Books by Caryl Hart

I write picture books and young fiction for chilren aged 0-11 years old. Here are some of my titles:
IBSN: 978-0-702-31832-0
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I am Brave
There are all sorts of ways to be BRAVE every day In the things that we do, and the things that we say . . . All your ways to be BRAVE might be different to mine, But however you’re feeling, be BRAVE and you’ll shine Being brave isn’t all about being a hero - join in the fun and find out how YOU can be brave, just by being YOURSELF!
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IBSN: 978-1526639820
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Meet the Dinosaurs
We’re off through prehistory - come join us On a DINO SAFARI - let’s GO! Back to two hundred million years in the PAST Buckle up, take the wheel… Ready? WOOAAAHHH! Join in with fun RHYMES as we go on a THRILLLING adventure to meet LOTS of different DINOSAURS! The PERFECT picture book for all DINOSAUR LOVERS!
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IBSN: 978-1526639813
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Meet the Weather
Let's launch ourselves into adventure And make friends with the weather up high, On a magical hot air balloon ride Quick! Get ready to soar through the sky! Join in with fun RHYMES as we go on an exciting expedition to say HELLO to all the different kinds of weather that make up our world. The PERFECT picture book for all little METEOROLOGISTS!
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IBSN: 9781788008914
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The Girl who Planted Trees
When a small girl discovers there was once a lush forest on the great grey mountain, she is determined to plant as many new trees as she can. And even though the blazing sun shrivels the new shoots and fierce storms wash away all of her hard work … she never, EVER gives up.
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IBSN: 978-1526603630
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Meet the Oceans
Let's dive through a world full of mystery And go visit the OCEANS and SEAS On a SUBMARINE epic adventure... All aboard - take your seats if you please! Join in with the fun RHYMES as we go on a exciting UNDERWATER expedition to say HELLO to the oceans and seas of our WORLD. Waterstones Best Books of 2021, Babies & Toddlers Books for Topics EYFS Best Curriculum Support, 2021
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IBSN: 978-1408892985
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Meet the Planets
Let's go on a fabulous journey And meet all the planets up high. It would take much to long in a car or a bus So we'll climb in a ROCKET and fly! Join in with fun RHYMES as we go on an exciting SPACE expedition to say HELLO to all the planets in the SOLAR SYSTEM. ZOOOOOOOOOOOM!
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IBSN: 978-1398516137
My Small World Underwater
Come on an incredible adventure under the sea! Meet the cleverly camouflaged octopus with lots of legs, swim with fierce but friendly sharks and explore pirate ships filled with sparkling treasure. You'll also learn how to build your very own Small World, with instructions and a handy How-To guide.
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IBSN: 978-1398516106
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My Small World Dinosaurs
Come on an adventure of a lifetime through the land of the dinosaurs! Meet Europasaurus, the helpful herbivore; a whole family of Stegosaurs and many, many more. Then, at the end, learn how to build your very own Small World, with instructions and a handy How To guide!
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IBSN: 978-1-40836-652-3
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The Safari Stomp
Join the ROMP and GET MOVING with the safari animals! LUNGE with Giraffe, CRAWL with Aardvark and STOMP, STOMP, STOMP with the elephants. Everyone can join the fun on this WILD SAFARI STOMP! The perfect rhyming story to read aloud and get little ones moving!
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IBSN: 978-1407177380
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Girls Can do Anything
Girls come in all different colours and sizes. The delight and amaze us, they're full of surprises Girls can do ANYTHING they want to do And if YOU are a girl, you can do these things too! Do you want to climb a mountain? Drive a fire engine or become prime minister? Join the girls in the pages of this book to see the incredible things they do every day - and find out what YOU might like to do too! SHORTLISTED for the Independent Bookshop Week Book Awards, 2019
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IBSN: 9781526638908
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Thank You for the Little Things
Whenever I am feeling sad, or life feels hard or wrong or bad, I focus for a little while, on LITTLE THINGS that make me smile. This hopeful, uplifting book is the perfect antidote to worries both big and small.
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IBSN: 978-1529074321
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A Treasury of Ballet Stories
Step into the Magical World of Ballet! Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses and sugar plum fairies in this timeless and unique collection of four classic stories from the ballet, richly reimagined to inspire and enchant all ages. Discover the history of ballet and enjoy fresh, dynamic storytelling with a diverse cast of characters and luminous artwork from Briony May Smith. A glorious celebration of dance, theatre and fairy tale featuring: Swan Lake Sleeping Beauty Th...
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IBSN: 978-1788008891
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When a Dragon Meets a Baby
When a dragon's parents say"Our baby has come home today!"Does she refuse to say hello,or grumble, "Why?"or "Baby GO!" Why no! Dragons don't do that! Join one small dragon as she helps welcome a new arrival into her home!
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IBSN: 978-1788007719
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When a Dragon Goes to School
When a dragon hears us say ”Hooray! We're off to school today!” Does she refuse to come inside Or try to run away and hide? Why no! Dragons don't do that! Join one little dragon and her friends as she navigates her first day at school. Packed with fun and laughter!
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IBSN: 978-1788001977
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When a Dragon Comes to Stay
When a dragon comes to stay, Does she go ROAR! and shout, "My way!"? Why no! Dragons don't do that! But sometimes good manners can be tricky! Join one little dragon and her friends as they learn to play together and share.
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IBSN: ‎978-1526607683
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Sonny Says NO!
Sonny is having a great time playing with his new paints. In fact, he's having SUCH a good time that he doesn't want them to help. Sonny says, 'NO!' And once he starts saying 'NO', it's hard to stop . . . When the others get upset, can Sonny find a way to make it up to them?
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IBSN: 978-1471182693
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Mini Monsters - Can I Be the Best?
The Mini Monsters LOVE playing games together but as Arthur finds out, sometimes it's very hard to come last. Can Sparkle, Scout and Tiny help him realise that EVERYONE is best at SOMETHING - and that being BEST FRIENDS is the most important thing of all? Join Sparkle, Scout, Arthur and Tiny in this bright and vibrant story filled with colourful illustrations and packed with emotion.
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IBSN: 978-1471182662
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Mini Monsters - Can I Play?
It's the day of Sparkle's magic show and she is the star! But when Scout wants to play too, Sparkle isn't happy! Will she let Scout join the game? After some heartache, Sparkle soon learns that playing together is much more fun. Hooray! Join Sparkle, Scout, Arthur and Tiny in this first story filled with colourful illustrations and packed with emotion.
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IBSN: 978-1526607393
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Sonny Says Mine!
Sonny Honey, Meemo and Boo are having fun in the playground when…OOH! Sonny finds an adorable pink bunny. Sonny says, 'IT'S MINE!' Sonny has lots of fun playing with his new bunny. But what if Bun-Bun belongs to someone else? Will Sonny do the right thing and give Bun-Bun back?
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IBSN: 9781526607652
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Sonny Says SORRY!
One day, Sonny finds a box. But what’s inside? Sonny pokes the box. Sonny says, “Hello?” Sonny sniffs the box. Something smells delicious. Sonny says, “Mmmmm!” Will Sonny be able to resist temptation, or will his nose for a treat get him into a bit of a pickle?!
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IBSN: 978-1788003360
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The Princess and the Shoe
Princess Jasmine can't WAIT to prove that there's more to princesses than pretty dresses and waiting around for a prince. She's entered a race and she wants to WIN! But will Jasmine run fast enough to make it back in time for her Big Birthday Ball? Maybe her Fairy Godmother's gift of magic trainers will help? Or perhaps Jasmine just needs to believe in herself? A modern fairy tale about self-belief, resilience and determination.
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IBSN: 978-0857631077
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The Princess and the Peas
When Lily Rose May refuses to eat her peas, the doctor diagnoses a severe case of Princess-itis and packs her off to live at the palace. But will a pea-free life of luxury be what Lily expects, or is home - peas and all - the best place to be?
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IBSN: 978-0857639783
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The Princess and the Christmas Rescue
Santa is poorly and his elves are in a tizzy. Luckily, Princess Eliza is a clever inventor and happy to help. Can she help save Christmas? You bet!
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IBSN: 978-0857633026
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The Princess and the Presents
Princess Ruby really is a horrid child - the most spoilt princess you could ever meet. Find out what happens on her birthday and how she learns a very valuable lesson!
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IBSN: 978-0857633880
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The Princess and the Giant
Princess Sophie is fed up of being kept awake by the grumpy giant, who lives at the top of the beanstalk in her garden. So she works out a plan to help him get to sleep, with the help of her book of fairy tales
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IBSN: 978-1408873052
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One Shoe Two Shoes
One shoe, two shoes Red shoes, blue shoes Old shoes, new shoes On their way to school shoes! One Shoe Two Shoes is an adorable take on colours and counting with lots of loveable mice and a dog who wants a walk. Oh, and LOTS of shoes, of course! Woof!
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IBSN: 978-1408873052
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Bears Love Squares
Shapes are all around us We see them everywhere But bears are very choosy Bears love squares! Squares are quite obviously the BEST SHAPES for bears, but can Raccoon persuade bear that other shapes are just as much fun? Little ones won’t know they’re learning with this fun, engaging story!
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IBSN: 978-1408872789
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Big Box Little Box
Join one cool cat and LOTS of bright BOXES in this witty take on friendship and curiosity. What initialy appears to be a book about shapes and sizes rapidly turns into a fun cat-and-mouse chase. With minimal, lyrical text, this story is an original, jolly take on fun and friendship with stylish textured illustrations by Edward Underwood
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IBSN: 978-1471181757
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How to Drive a Roman Chariot
Albie is whisked back in time to Ancient Rome where he meets Julia, a young girl who dreams of being a charioteer. So when a runaway chariot is heading straight for the busy market, Julia and Albie set off in pursuit. They jump aboard the chariot, and head straight for the Hippodrome and a RACE! WOOOAAHHHH! With historic Roman inventions to spot throughout the story.
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IBSN: 978-1471163722
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How to Find Egyptian Treasure
Albie is playing in his sand pit when a ferocious wind whisks him back in time to Ancient Egypt! There he meets the Pharoah’s children Tuti and Anka. Together they search the catacombs for their great, great grandfather’s lost treasure. But someone else is hunting for the hidden fortune too. Uh oh! A fabulous introduction to Ancient Egypt, packed with historic details on every page.
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IBSN: 978-1471189593
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How to Track a Sabre Toothed Tiger
Albie finds a strange kitten in his garden and follows it through the bushes and into an incredible prehistoric landscape! Can Albie and his new friend Thorn find the missing kitten by following the animal tracks? What strange and wonderful creatures will they encounter along the way? Explore the Stone Age in this cracking adventure bursting with prehistoric details and lots of friendly animals. AWESOME!
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IBSN: 978-1407195094
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Together We Can
A friend is a buddy, a pal or a mate A person who's special, who makes you feel great They're fun to hang out with, at home, school or play They're there when you need them.. they cheer up your day! This book is a joyful celebration of friendship including what friends are, how to make friends and how to BE a friend! It is bursting with a hugely diverse range of characters doing all sorts of activities so that every child will find someone they can relate to!
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IBSN: 978-1444938739
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Knock Knock Superhero
Have you ever had a real live superhero knocking at your door? Find out what happens to our small hero when Pasta Man comes calling! With a huge array of crazy superheros and a silly supervillain to boot, this book is packed with fun - and counting! Get ready for another action-packed adventure full of silliness and a hugely diverse range of characters!
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IBSN: 978-1444938739
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Knock Knock Alien
Aliens at the door can only mean trouble... and our little hero is in for an interstellar adventure when not one, not two, but 55 noisy space invaders hijack their house to get home. Can they get back down to Earth - without waking Gran?! Blast off with this fun-packed fantasy adventure with added counting!
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IBSN: 978-1444928525
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Knock Knock Pirate
Pirates at the door is one thing, but this little girl is i n for a swashbuckling adventure to remember when the pesky visitors sail her house away!
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IBSN: 978-1444928495
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Knock Knock Dinosaur
It's fun to find a T-Rex on your doorstep, but when all 54 of his friends arrive, it's time to panic! This playful dinosaur counting book is jam-packed with chaos and silliness and is great fun to read out loud.
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IBSN: 978-1788000079
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Peter Pan
This is Peter Pan as you've never read it before, retold in rhyme and lusciously illustrated as a 79 page, full colour, hardback picture book with dust jacket and marker ribbon. Based on the original story by JM Barrie, a percentage of the profits from this book go to Great Ormond Street Hospital
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IBSN: 978-0857637925
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The Invincibles - The Hamster Rescue
Nell can't resit an invitation to Lucy Perkins's party, even though she has already agreed to go to Freddy Spoon's party on the same day! Add in a escaped hamster and rock band, The Zombies and full chaos ensues. Illustrated fiction for 6-9 yrs
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IBSN: 978-1408325858
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Whiffy Wilson, the Wolf who Wouldn't go to School
Whiffy is certain that school isn't as fun as watching TV all day. But his best friend, Dotty, takes him by the paw and shows him just how wrong he is.
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IBSN: 978-1408332542
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Whiffy Wilson, the Wolf who Wouldn't go to Bed
Whiffy Wilson is far to busy to go to bed! Luckily, Dotty is on hand to teach him how much fun bedtimes can be.
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IBSN: 978-0857636256
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The Invincibles - The Piglet Pickle
Nell and Freddie Spoon visit the farm and come back with a piglet! What could possibly go wrong? Illustrated chapter book for emergent readers
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IBSN: 978-1408309193
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Whiffy Wilson, the Wolf who Wouldn't Wash
Can anyone persuade the adorable but grubby, Whiffy Wilson to change his grotty ways? Peew! Let's hope so! Learn the difference between good dirt and bad dirt in this funny rhyming book.
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IBSN: 978-0857639158
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The Beast of Bramble Woods
Nell's big brother Lucas is having a camp out with his nerdy friends and Nell and Freddie are desperate to join in. So they sneak out and cause havoc until they discover the BEAST OF BRAMBLE WOODS is after them. Yikes!
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IBSN: 978-1406361872
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Let's Go Swimming
It’s fun and games in the water with Billy and Bee’s first trip to the swimming pool! Bee jumps in straight away with a SPLASH! But Billy takes a while to gain confidence. Featuring all the joy and usual mishaps young children encounter at the swimming pool, this bright, diverse little book will help inspire water confidence and encourage little ones talk about their feelings and experiences in the pool. Perfect for little people starting a new adventure!
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IBSN: 978-1406383591
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Let's Go to the Seaside
Buckets and spades at the ready! Billy and Bee are off to the seaside! Join the best friends, their mummies and Baby Boo on a sandy trip to the coast, with sandcastles, seagulls, kites and ice creams, this chunky, diverse little book captures the joys and mishaps of a typical trip to the beach. Perfect for little people starting a new adventure!
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IBSN: 978-1406361933
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Let's Go to the Farm
Let's go to the farm with Billy and Bee! There's SO much to do and SO much to see! Baby lambs and guinea pigs and chickens on the run Let's all get our wellies on And join in all the fun!
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IBSN: 978-1406361889
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Let's To to Nursery
A gentle rhyming book for preschoolers
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IBSN: 978-1471162916
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How to Ride a Polar Bear
During a visit to the Arctic exhibition at the museum, Albie finds himself in a swirling blizzard! There he meets Yura, riding on the back of a huge polar bear! Can Albie help them get home before the sea ice melts? What dangers lie ahead and who will help them get to safety? YIKES! With stunning Arctic scenery, wildlife and gentle reference to global warming.
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IBSN: 978-1471144783
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How to Save a Superhero
Can Albie the Awesome tidy his room in time? Will superhero friends Scoot and Rascal and super-villain The Collector be a help or a hinderance?
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IBSN: 978-0857079619
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How to Win a Monster Race
When Albie heads to the car wash, he gets the surprise of his life! He enters into a monster race! Can he beat the cheating Maximillion in his monster truck?
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IBSN: 978-1847385949
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How to Grow a Dinosaur
Take one packet of seeds, scatter over the ground, water... and RUN!
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IBSN: 978-0857072573
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Welcome to Alien School
It's another ordinary day for Albie. Or IS it? Instead of going to his normal school, Albie's mum takes him to Alien School where he learns space sums and eats space-ghetti. What fun!
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IBSN: 978-0857079596
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How to Catch a Dragon
Albie's trip to the library soon turns into a fun adventure with his new friend - real live knight!
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IBSN: 978-1847388568
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Plunge into the Pirate Pool
Albie goes swimming, but what does he find? Pirates!! In this exciting adventure, Albie goes on a treasure hunt, finds a sunken ship and a giant octopus!
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IBSN: 978-1847384775
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Supermarket Zoo
A trip to the supermarket opens a whole new world of fun for little Albie! Because this isn't just any supermarket - it's the supermarket zoo - and with a whole trolley full of animals on his list, Albie will never see shopping the same way again.
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IBSN: 978-0857076137
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There's a Monster in my Fridge
Funny split page book with scary monsters doing silly things
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IBSN: 978-1444925203
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Say Sorry Sidney
When Sidney the rhino escapes from the zoo to a farm he leaves a trail of havoc and devastation. When the poor farm animals end up taking the blame for missing food, clothes and toys, they decide Sidney needs to learn a thing or two about manners!
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IBSN: 978-1408346099
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Prince George Goes to School
Prince George goes on an adventure and discovers a new kingdom. It's full of excitement, new friends - and even some dragons! What is the kingdom called? School! This delightfully funny rhyming story will reassure every little prince or princess that starting school is FUN.
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IBSN: 978-1408339718
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Prince George and the Royal Potty
Prince George wants to go on adventures but his nappy keeps getting in the way. If only he could work out how to use the royal potty!
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IBSN: 978-1444909333
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Foxy Tales - The Great Jail Break
Foxy and Alphonso get themselves into trouble and land up in jail. Can they escape or is it a lifetime of sewing frilly knickers for these two hapless rogues?
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IBSN: 978-1444909326
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Foxy Tales - The Road to Fame and Fortune
This is the second title in an hilarious new series for young readers from an award-winning author-illustrator team.
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IBSN: 978-1444909319
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Foxy Tales - The Cunning Plan
Foxy DuBois is on a mission to get rich quick. Only one thing stands in her way - Alphonso the Alligator!
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IBSN: 978-1847389312
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Catch That Rat!
A hilarious and ridiculous caper, in which a young girl tries to catch an escaped white rat.
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IBSN: 978-1408309162
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Don't Put Your Pants on Your Head, Fred!
If your pants drive you potty and getting dressed is a disaster, then this funny rhyming book is for you!
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IBSN: 978-1408304976
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Don't Dip Your Chips in Your Drink, Kate!
When Katie P. Green goes to tea with the Queen, she gets more than she bargained for in this hilariously anarchic look at the tricky subject of table manners.
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