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\n\nBeautifully designed and illustrated, our award-winning and bestselling children's picture books appeal to young children with vibrant illustrations and gripping stories. Explore the natural world, engage with tricky emotions, and more with a wide range of fun and friendly characters.\nTeach young ones about the world around them and key life lessons whilst they enjoy beautiful illustrations and enchanting narratives.\n“Using a book, like Adventures with Finn and Skip, really hooks the children in. It’s a really good starter for a lesson or a new topic. It brings out a lot of conversation about what the children already know and sets the foundation for what you’re going to be learning about moving forwards. For younger children, explaining a topic through fiction like this works really well.”\n Edd Moore, Primary Teacher and Eco-Coordinator\n

Environment and Animals\nEngage and delight young learners with beautifully illustrated stories of animals and nature. Share the wonders of the outdoors with your EYFS class and introduce them to the importance of caring for our world. 

Discover how you can help adorable animals like Roxy the Butterfly to visit parks, outdoor spaces, and gardens! Little ones will love following Roxy the Butterfly as she flutters around outside, finding wonderfully colourful flowers to feed on and a place to rest in after a long, hard day of exploring. But with some unfortunate bumps along the way, Roxy The Butterfly will need your help to save the day! Will you volunteer as her little helper? Soar straight into the pages of this adorable baby book to discover: -20 beautifully illustrated spreads -Engaging storyline that kids can follow and relate to, as the book refers to the wildlife that can be found in their own backyard garden or communal outdoor space -Kids learn fun-filled facts about butterflies -Thoughtful and timely message about protecting wildlife, with tips for doing so This sweet picture book gently introduces young readers to the idea of animal conservation and protection. Bursting with fun trivia, little ones are shown just how unique butterflies are, which makes them worth preserving. Discover tons of top tips and tricks for how we can care for outdoor friends like Roxy and keep them safe from the dangers they may face, gently encouraging the fact that no one is too young to start making a difference. This sweet storybook is both a beautiful and accessible introduction to animals that little ones can find in their very own garden, complemented by top tips they can do to help sustain them in future. Roxy the Butterfly is the perfect gift for any small-animal lover, or budding environmentalist, and will inspire toddlers to discover so much of what is unseen outdoors. Complete the collection! Now that you've helped Roxy the Butterfly, why not lend a helping hand to all of her lovable friends in the complete collection of Roly and Friends. Follow Roly the Hedgehog on her adventures as she sets off burrowing around outside, finding yummy bugs to munch on and a cosy bed of leaves to rest in. Soar through the air with Rory the Garden Bird and explore wonderfully coloured flowers with Rosy the Bumblebee. These four are the best of friends, and need you to join in on their fun-filled adventures!

Early Years and Reception (EYFS)

Understanding the World

Animals and Nature

Geography

Roxy the Butterfly

Discover how you can help adorable animals like Rosy the Bumblebee to visit parks, outdoor spaces, and gardens! Little ones will love following Rosy the Bumblebee as she flutters around outside, finding wonderfully colourful flowers to feed on and a place to rest in after a long, hard day of exploring. But with some unfortunate bumps along the way, Rosy the Bumblebee will need your help to save the day! Will you volunteer as her little helper? Soar straight into the pages of this adorable baby book to discover: -20 beautifully illustrated spreads -Engaging storyline that kids can follow and relate to, as the book refers to the wildlife that can be found in their own backyard garden or communal outdoor space -Kids learn fun-filled facts about butterflies -Thoughtful and timely message about protecting wildlife, with tips for doing so This sweet picture book gently introduces young readers to the idea of animal conservation and protection. Bursting with fun trivia, little ones are shown just how special and helpful bumblebees are, which makes them worth preserving. Discover tons of top tips and tricks for how we can care for outdoor friends like Rosy and keep them safe from the dangers they may face, gently encouraging the fact that no one is too young to start making a difference. This sweet storybook is both a beautiful and accessible introduction to animals that little ones can find in their very own garden, complemented by top tips they can do to help sustain them in future. Rosy the Bumblebee is the perfect gift for any small-animal lover, or budding environmentalist, and will inspire toddlers to discover so much of what is unseen outdoors. Complete the collection! Now that you've helped Rosy the Bumblebee, why not lend a helping hand to all of her lovable friends in the complete collection of Roly and Friends. Follow Roly the Hedgehog on her adventures as she sets off burrowing around outside, finding yummy bugs to munch on and a cosy bed of leaves to rest in. Soar through the air with Rory the Garden Bird and flutter around the sky with Roxy The Butterfly. These four are the best of friends, and need you to join in on their fun-filled adventures!

Rosy the Bumblebee

Step outside and find out how you can help the adorable animals that like to visit parks, outdoor spaces, and gardens. Little ones will love following Roly the Hedgehog as she sets off burrowing around outside, finding yummy bugs to munch on and a cosy bed of leaves to rest in after a long, hard day of exploring. But with bumps along the way, she'll need your help, will you volunteer as her little helper? This sweet picture book gently introduces young readers to the idea of animal conservation and protection. Bursting with fun trivia, little ones are shown just how unique hedgehogs are, which makes them worth preserving. But with plenty of tips and tricks for how we can care for garden-dwelling friends like Roly and keep them safe from the dangers they may face, no one is too young to start making a difference. Roly the Hedgehog is the perfect gift for any small-animal lover, or budding environmentalist, and will inspire toddlers to discover so much of what is unseen outdoors.

Roly the Hedgehog

Join fisherman Finn and his dog, Skip, on their second adventure in this illustrated story ebook for young children, which teaches them about deforestation and what they can do to help. This ebook is the ideal introduction to the environmental concerns facing our forests, featuring colourful illustrations and an engaging, light-hearted storyline, drawn and written by Brendan Kearney. Grown-ups and children will enjoy reading together and following the story of Finn and Skip, with its ups and downs, and pointing out all the different animals that Finn meets in the rainforest. They'll also learn about how using ethical products can help save the animals. With its fun, quirky illustrations, Forest is the perfect addition to a child's bookshelf. Young readers will love this picture ebook with a timely and ultimately uplifting message about protecting the world around us.

Year 1 (KS1)

Year 2 (KS1)

IB PYP

PSHE and Citizenship

English

Literacy

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

Adventures with Finn and Skip: Forest

Through this charming story children will become aware of the growing problem of trash polluting the ocean. Fish highlights the issues with a simple and engaging illustrated narrative, and also suggests a solution in the form of recycling. All Finn wants is to catch a nice, tasty fish for his dinner, but no matter how hard he tries all he seems to catch at the end of his fishing line is other people's trash. The longer he spends out on the ocean, the more crazy objects he collects! Finn and his dog Skip go home each day with a full boat, but empty tummies. It isn't long before Finn finds a way to reuse and recycle everything he has collected. Pretty soon he makes enough money to make a tasty dinner every day, and under his care the ocean becomes clean, bright, and full of fish again!

Adventures with Finn and Skip: Fish

An exciting tale about tackling climate change to protect the animals Grown-ups and children can enjoy this gentle and imaginative story together, all about the environmental concerns facing our wildlife. Follow the tale of Finn and Skip as they go on a hang-gliding adventure up in the clouds - when all of a sudden Finn's map gets caught around a swan's neck! Introduce 3-5 year-olds to the importance of protecting the environment with this illustrated storybook about climate change and its effects on animals. The ups and downs of Bird shows us all the different ways we can help our birds and the environment, through Finn and Skip's adventure. This heart-warming climate change story: - Features lots of practical tips for taking care of the planet, like cycling instead of taking cars, planting trees, and even growing their own vegetables - Taps into growing eco-awareness trend, and shows the benefits of making sustainable decisions - Is perfect for adults and children to share together, as it prompts a wider conversation about the environment - Is charming, humorous, and emotionally gripping, which helps to make this quite frightening subject matter more approachable With its playful, quirky illustrations, Bird will empower young readers with passion and drive. This inspiring and fun story will help children realise that there is hope to protect our valuable wildlife after all. More in the Series At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? If you like Bird, complete the collection with our other titles you'll love about climate change, Fish and Forest.

Communication and Language

Science

Adventures with Finn and Skip: Bird

An exciting tale about tackling climate change to help protect the animals. Grown-ups and children can enjoy this gentle and imaginative story together, all about the environmental concerns facing our wildlife. Follow the tale of Finn and Skip as they head out for a peaceful picnic - when all of a sudden they hear the sound of buzzing bees, fear sets in and chaos ensues! Can a chance encounter with a beekeeper help them learn the truth about these fuzzy little insects? Introduce 3-5 year-olds to the importance of protecting the environment with this illustrated storybook about climate change and its effects on animals. The ups and downs of this story shows us all the different ways we can help our bees and the environment, through Finn and Skip's adventure. This heart-warming climate change story... - Is a positive and hopeful guide that offers children strong practical tips for how they can take care of bees and the planet. - Is perfect for adults and children to share together, as it prompts a wider conversation about the environment. - Offers a charming, humorous, and emotionally gripping message, whilst raising awareness of the environmental issues impacting bees. With its playful, quirky illustrations, Bee will empower young readers with passion and drive. This inspiring and fun story will help children realise that there is hope to protect our valuable wildlife after all. More in the series At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? If you like Adventures with Finn and Skip: Bee, then you'll love other titles in the series that raise awareness of important environmental issues. Why not try Adventures with Finn and Skip: Bird, Adventures with Finn and Skip: Fish and Adventures with Finn and Skip: Forest?

Areas of Learning and Development (Early Years)

Adventures with Finn and Skip: Bee

An action-packed adventure about Finn and his dog, Skip, as they learn about the Arctic and what they can do to protect it. This is a gentle, but richly imagined introduction to the environmental concerns facing the Arctic, in which grown-ups and children will enjoy following the story of Finn and Skip. Introduce 3-5 year-olds to the importance of protecting the environment, in this story about climate change and its effects on the Arctic. With its ups and downs, this picture book points out all the different ways Finn and Skip can help look after the Arctic, one of our planet's most precious environments. This heart-warming climate change story offers: - Lots of practical tips on how we can help protect the Arctic, showing how we can make a positive difference. - A book for adults and children to share together, as it prompts a wider conversation about the environment. - A bright and colourful layout by talented author and illustrator Brendan Kearney. With its playful illustrations, Arctic is the fifth adventure story following Finn and his dog, Skip. Join their journey as they travel to their icy destination and notice melting ice caps and hungry polar bears. Things go from bad to worse when they find themselves floating away on an iceberg - can they find their way back and uncover what's happening? More in the Series At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here? If you like Arctic, complete the collection with our other titles you'll love about climate change, Fish, Bird and Forest.

Adventures with Finn and Skip: Arctic

A search and find story book with peep-through pages revealing wonderful beach finds to spot and identify. Join Bear and Bird on their seaside trail to spot beach finds and wildlife in this picture book for 3-5 year olds. Jonny Lambert's Bear and Bird Explore the Seashore is a fun story and a beach nature guide. With captivating illustrations and “Can you spot?” panels, children can have fun looking out for different objects and wilderness on the beach. This interactive search-and-find story for kids offers: - Can-you-spot activities and peepholes to identify beach finds in different scenes. - Beautiful illustrations by popular artist Johnny Lambert. - Engaging text narrating each beach scene and bringing illustrations to life. This fun-to-share story for parents and children follows Bear and Bird as they spot an array of exciting finds! Children can enjoy the interactive element of spotting the crabs, shells and fish in each scene in this beach search and find adventure. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here? Renowned illustrator Jonny Lambert also brings you Bear and Bird Learn to Share, Bear and Bird Try, Try Again and Bear and Bird Make Friends, beautifully illustrated storybooks that set to teach young readers that sharing is caring!

Jonny Lambert’s Bear and Bird Explore the Seashore

A delightful picture book with an encouraging story that will inspire little ones to explore nature. DK invites you on a fun-filled adventure with Bear and Bird, two best friends with hearts of gold, as they set out to teach young readers about the beauty of nature. Join Bear and his best friend Bird as they enjoy a day out by the sea. The tide is in, so their plan to build sandcastles is put on hold. Luckily, Bird has another idea - the two friends become beach detectives and discover all sorts of hidden secrets along the seashore. With captivating illustrations by popular artist Jonny Lambert, and delightful rhyming text, this picture book for children aged 3-5 is sure to amuse its little readers. This heartwarming picture book for children offers: - Beautiful illustrations bringing all the key characters to life. - Easy-to-read text and important vocabulary words to encourage early learning. - A large and sturdy format that is easy for children to hold. - A playful storyline with a strong underlying message. Proving the ideal storybook for young children, Bear and Bird: Explore the Seashore encourages young readers to search for sparkly abalone shells, glinting sea glass, scuttling crabs, and wobbly driftwood at the beach. Parents and children can have fun sharing this story and nature guide-in-one and spying through the holes of each page for objects in the seashore. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? Renowned illustrator Jonny Lambert also brings you Bear and Bird: Learn to Share, Bear and Bird: Try, Try Again and Bear and Bear and Bird: Make Friends, beautifully-illustrated storybooks that set to teach young readers that sharing is caring. Join the fun today!

Jonny Lambert’s Bear and Bird: Find a Footprint

Introduce your little one to Bob and Ginger, two adorable guinea pigs who love gardening! Bob and Ginger will show little ones how to grow fruit and vegetables in this sweet children's book. It's perfect for encouraging children aged 3-5 years to spend more time in the garden. Visit Bob and Ginger in their beautiful garden filled with vibrant red strawberries, glossy green spinach, pretty purple aubergines, and more! From clearing the garden of weeds and planting seeds to learning how to make compost and finally harvesting their crops, kids will love following their green-fingered gardening adventures! A rainbow of fruit and vegetables come to life through vibrant, distinctive illustrations. The sweet, simple text and exciting storyline ensure that young readers stay engaged. Packed with lots of opportunities for meaningful parent-child interaction, this delightful gardening book is perfect for growing little gardeners! Inside this engaging children's book, you'll find: - Humorous and engaging story - Adorable guinea pig characters with vivid personalities - Colourful illustrations bring the garden to life - Features practical information and fun facts about gardening Go on a Glorious Gardening Adventure It takes more than just seeds and water to create and care for your very own garden! Kids will discover the ups and downs of gardening with Bob and Ginger. From battling slimy slugs munching on their vegetables to pesky pigeons diving for their strawberries, this animal picture book teaches children about the natural world. This charming board book also features fun facts and tips about gardening, such as instructions on how to make compost, a calendar of seasonal fruits and vegetables, and how to protect strawberries from pigeons. It's the ultimate gift for kids who love gardening and to encourage a love of nature.

Guinea Pigs Go Gardening

Join Bob and Ginger, two adorable guinea pigs, as they learn all about stars in this charming picture book. Bob and Ginger the guinea pigs have always had a fascination with the night sky. Every night they watch the stars through their bedroom window with curiosity. Little ones will love to follow Bob and Ginger on their adventures to the library to learn all about stars and space, and then as they set off to go stargazing away from the bright city lights. This sweet storybook, written and charmingly illustrated by Kate Sheehy, gently introduces young children to the basic concepts of astronomy, from how stars are formed, to simple and easy-to-follow explanations of meteoroids, constellations, the Milky Way, and more. A book children will adore, Guinea Pigs Go Stargazing is full of cheerful illustrations and an engaging storyline that brings the night sky to life. A perfect bedtime story and a must for every budding astronomer.

Guinea Pigs Go Stargazing

A series of picture books that teach children about dinosaurs through a narrative story, plus additional facts and information about what they just learned. These picture books will teach children about dinosaurs through a story! Marie Bollman's beautiful illustrations are friendly and fun (but still technically correct!) and each story will end with a working spread on dinosaurs doing what DK does best - using photography and illustrations to teach children incredible facts that deepen their knowledge of a well-loved subject. In this instalment, follow a day in the life of a young deinonychus as they search for food, get caught in a storm, and learn to climb trees with their big claws.

A Dinosaur's Day: Deinonychus Goes Hunting

Embark on a prehistoric journey with this picture book of fun stories and incredible facts about dinosaurs. Introducing A Dinosaur's Day: Diplodocus Finds Its Family - a story time adventure that teaches kids exciting facts about dinosaurs. Go on an adventure with a baby diplodocus as it dodges predators, seeks out yummy plants to eat, and follows its family. Packed with beautiful pictures and compelling facts, this dinosaur book can help children aged 3-5 to learn about the diplodocus species through images, pronunciation guides, and amazing facts and figures. Little dinosaur lovers can join Diplodocus on a quest to find its family in the mighty Jurassic world. A Dinosaur's Day: Diplodocus Finds Its Family... - Helps children learn about dinosaurs in this beautiful picture book format - Teaches readers dinosaur facts and behaviour in a very natural way - Includes a non-fiction section about the dinosaur species following the story - Features bright, colourful pages with an engaging narrative - Has clear and fun text to help children learn and engage easily Teach children about different prehistoric species in this educational dinosaur book through a fun and engaging story and vibrant images. This fantastic dinosaur interactive book is perfect for pre-reading toddlers, and children just learning to read. Little ones can enjoy the spectacular scenery in the Jurassic world along the way, as Diplodocus camouflages, explores, and munches on plants.

A Dinosaur's Day: Diplodocus Finds Its Family

Embark on a prehistoric journey with this picture book of fun stories and incredible facts about dinosaurs. Introducing A Dinosaur’s Day: Stegosaurus Makes Its Way Home - a storytime adventure that teaches kids about exciting dinosaur facts. Packed with beautiful pictures and compelling facts, this dinosaur book teaches 3-6 year olds about the stegosaurus species through images, pronunciation guides, and amazing facts and figures. Little dinosaur lovers can join a young Stegosaurus as it wanders through its Jurassic home, gets lost, and munches her way back to her herd. A Dinosaur’s Day: Stegosaurus Makes Its Way Home… - Helps children learn facts about dinosaurs in this beautiful picture book format. - Teaches dinosaur facts and behaviour in a very natural way. - Features a non-fiction double page about the dinosaur species following the story. - Is full of bright, colourful pages with an engaging story. - Has a clear, fun story to make learning the facts and information easy. A fun and engaging story and vibrant images teach children about different prehistoric species in this educational dinosaur book. Ideal for pre-reading toddlers and children just learning to read, engaging text and artwork will teach children about the Stegosaurus dinosaur species. Enjoy the spectacular scenery along the way as you follow a day in the life of a young Stegosaurus. More in the Series At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here? If you like A Dinosaur’s Day: Stegosaurus Makes Its Way Home then you’ll love A Dinosaur’s Day: A T. rex Meets Its Match, Deinonychus Goes Hunting and Triceratops Follows Its Herd.

A Dinosaur's Day: Stegosaurus Makes Its Way Home

Embark on a prehistoric journey with this picture book of fun stories and incredible facts about dinosaurs. Introducing A Dinosaur's Day: Triceratops Follows Its Herd - a story time adventure that teaches kids about exciting dinosaur facts. Go on an adventure with a young triceratops and find out fascinating facts about this dinosaur species through an exciting story. Packed with beautiful pictures and compelling facts, this dinosaur book can help 3-6 year-olds to learn about the triceratops species through images, pronunciation guides, and amazing facts and figures. Little dinosaur lovers can join a young triceratops as it follows its herd on a topsy-turvy adventure in its cretaceous home. A Dinosaur's Day: Triceratops Follows Its Herd... - Helps children learn facts about dinosaurs in this beautiful picture book format. - Teaches dinosaur facts and behavior in a very natural way.Features a non-fiction double page about the dinosaur species following the story. - Is full of bright, colorful pages with an engaging story.Has clear, fun text to make learning the facts and information easy. This interactive dinosaur book can be enjoyed with pre-reading toddlers and children just learning to read, with engaging text and artwork to teach children about this dinosaur species. Take little ones on a prehistoric adventure and join triceratops with the rest of its herd. Enjoy the spectacular scenery in the Jurassic world along the way as triceratops chomps breakfast, charges at trees and explores the sweet flowering lands. Children will enjoy the fun and engaging story and vibrant images teach children about different prehistoric species in this educational dinosaur book. More in the series At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? If you like A Dinosaur's Day: Triceratops Follows Its Herd, then you'll love other titles in this Jurassic board book collection! Why not try A Dinosaur's Day: Deinonychus Goes Hunting and A Dinosaur's Day: Diplodocus Finds Its Family?

A Dinosaur's Day: Triceratops Follows Its Herd

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Personal, Social, and Emotional Development\nIntroduce little ones to vital life lessons through heartwarming picture books. Engaging characters and vibrant illustrations accompany important messages to support character growth. 

Join Leonard on his awe-inspiring adventure as he searches for the courage to speak up! Introducing Leonard, a softly-spoken shrew who sometimes finds it hard to have his voice heard. Little Leonard is often shy, and this means he sometimes misses out on some of the exciting experiences life has to offer: whether it's tasty seed snacks or playing games with the other children at break time, poor Leonard lacks the confidence to enjoy the things he loves most in his life! But when Leonard sees a friend in the playground being picked on by a bully, can he find the courage to speak out and save the day? This heart-warming story book is the ideal read for early learners aged 3-5, packed with: -Simple, engaging text ideal for reading aloud -Colourful, funny illustrations bring the quirky characters to life -Features a strong message about speaking up and the importance of standing up for yourself and to bullies Did you know that according to a recent study, over 16,000 young people in the UK are absent from school due to bullying? Speak Out, Leonard! aims to encourage self-awareness, confidence, compassion, and empathy in little ones and to help them understand the importance of using your voice to speak out against injustice. A must-have volume for young readers who like animal books, as well as parents looking for a book that teaches children to speak up for themselves at an early age, Speak Out, Leonard! is sure to delight both parents and children alike.

Speak Out, Leonard!

Meet Leonard, the caring little shrew, in this charming Valentine's story. This heart-warming picture book introduces young children to unconditional love and has an underlying message about kindness and diversity. The Shrew family are having a day out. As the young shrews show off their different talents, Leonard wishes he could join in. However Mama and Papa remind him that he has other skills, and everybody is different. I Love You, Leonard! teaches an important message of being kind and is the ideal Valentine’s book for adults to share with their little ones. This engaging children’s story book offers: - Simple and amusing text that is ideal for children to read aloud. - Colourful, funny illustrations that bring the quirky characters to life. - A strong message about being kind and putting others first. Poor Leonard is worried when he makes mistakes, like accidentally dropping their picnic basket, but his family reassure him that they will love him no matter what he does or does not do! Follow Leonard the shrew as he questions what love is in this heartwarming picture book for young children.

I Love You, Leonard!

A delightful picture book with an encouraging story that shows little ones about the importance of perseverance. DK invites you on a fun-filled adventure with Bear and Bird, two best friends with hearts of gold, as they set out to teach young readers the importance of not giving up when things get difficult. Join Bear and his best friend Bird, as they embark on their next exciting adventure. Bear, with the help of Bird, has decided he wants to learn how to ride a bike. But Bear usually walks everywhere, so he needs to learn how to persevere when trying something new, even if he doesn't get it right the first time! With captivating and comical illustrations by popular artist Jonny Lambert, and a delightful rhyming narrative, this picture book is sure to enchant its little readers and gently introduces toddlers to a lifelong skill: persevering and not giving up. A heart-warming story for kids to enjoy, this pretty picture book features: - 12 captivating spreads within a chunky and easy-to-hold storybook. - Beautiful illustrations bringing all the key characters to life. - Easy-to-read text and important vocabulary words to encourage early-learning. - Heart-warming storylines with a strong underlying message. Proving the perfect storybook for toddlers, Bear and Bird gently introduces toddlers to the importance of never giving up, no matter how challenging it may be. Perfect for parents and children to read together, this baby book is a must-have volume for any animal-lover's bookshelf, and encourages youngsters to go outside and stay active; whilst subtly introducing a diverse range of important topics, from how plants grow and why seasons change, to healthy eating and how to help a friend in need. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? Renowned illustrator Jonny Lambert also brings you Bear and Bird: Learn to Share, and Bear and Bird: Make Friends, beautifully-illustrated storybooks set to teach young readers that sharing is caring! Join the fun today!

Jonny Lambert’s Bear and Bird: Try, Try Again

A delightful picture book for little ones, that follows Bear and Bird and shows children that school is nothing to be scared of. DK invites you on a fun-filled adventure with Bear and Bird, two best friends with hearts of gold, as they set out to teach young readers how to make new friends when starting school. Meet Bear and his best friend Bird, as they face their first day at school. They can be shy when meeting new people and are worried that they won't fit in. Will their classmates like them? Is school really as scary as it seems? Join Bear and Bird on their next adventure as they brave their first day of school and try their hardest to make friends. With captivating illustrations by popular artist Jonny Lambert, and a delightful rhyming narrative, this picture book is sure to enchant its little readers and ease any first day nerves they might have. A heart-warming story for kids to enjoy, this pretty picture book features: - 12 captivating spreads within a chunky and easy-to-hold storybook - Beautiful illustrations bringing all the key characters to life - Easy-to-read text and important vocabulary words to encourage early-learning - Heart-warming storylines with a strong underlying message Proving the perfect storybook for toddlers, Bear and Bird gently introduces toddlers to friendship and the feelings that come with starting school. Perfect for parents and children to read together, this baby book is a must-have volume for any animal-lover's bookshelf, and encourages youngsters to go outside and stay active; whilst subtly introducing a diverse range of important topics, from how plants grow and why seasons change, to healthy eating and how to help a friend in need. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? Renowned illustrator Jonny Lambert also brings you Bear and Bird - Learn to Share, another beautifully-illustrated storybook set to teach young readers that sharing is caring! Join the fun today!

Jonny Lambert's Bear and Bird: Make Friends

Join Bear and Bird on an inspiring journey to discover the true meaning of friendship. DK invites you on a fun-filled adventure with Bear and Bird, two best friends with hearts of gold, as they set out to teach young readers an important lesson in kindness and helping others. Bear and Bird have discovered a beautiful blooming flower, and are excited to plant it and watch it grow! With the love and support of their forest friends, Bear and Bird are able to work as a team and plant their lovely flower, and learn a trick or two about nature along the way! A heart-warming story for kids to enjoy, this pretty picture book features: -12 captivating spreads within a chunky and easy-to-hold storybook -Beautiful illustrations bringing all the key characters to life -Easy-to-read text and important vocabulary words to encourage early-learning -Heart-warming storylines with a strong underlying message Proving the perfect storybook for toddlers, Bear and Bird gently encourages conversation around helpfulness, kindness and friendship. Perfect for parents and children to read together, this friendship book is a must-have volume for any animal-lover's bookshelf, and encourages youngsters to go outside and stay active; whilst subtly introducing a diverse range of important topics, from how plants grow and why seasons change, to healthy eating and how to help a friend in need. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? Renowned illustrator Jonny Lambert also brings you Bear and Bird -Learn to Share, another beautifully-illustrated storybook set to teach young readers that sharing is caring! Join the fun today!

Jonny Lambert's Bear and Bird: Lend a Helping Hand

Take your toddler on a fascinating forest adventure with this adorable baby board book! The snowflakes are starting to fall in the forest. Winter is on its way and it's almost time for the animals to hibernate. They set out into the freezing forest to collect food, but Bear is really hungry and wants to keep it all to himself. Is there enough food for everyone? Perfect for teaching little readers about kindness, sharing and friendship, this children's picture book is packed with: - 12 captivating illustrated spreads to accompany the enchanting narrative text - Beautiful, distinctive illustrations by popular artist Jonny Lambert - Large format and sturdy pages make this book perfect for adults and kids to share This beautifully illustrated animal book for toddlers follows Bear, Bird and their friends as they assemble as many juicy berries as they can to get them through the long winter ahead. Bear starts to get greedy, Bird sees this and tries to encourage Bear to share all the delicious food with the rest of the animals. Will he ever learn to share? The first book in a beautiful series, Bear and Bird: Learning to Share, teaches children vital life lessons about friendship and sharing with others, and gently introduces them to the idea of hibernation as well. It's a magical bedtime storybook that will be cherished for years to come! Look out for more wonderful books in the Bear and Bird series. Teach little ones about helping others in Bear and Bird: Lend a Helping Hand and show them how to build friendship in Bear and Bird: Make Friends.

Jonny Lambert's Bear and Bird: Learn to Share

Get to know the animals of the Kindness Club and discover how Mouse finds the courage to be kind. It's a perfect day on Rainbow Island for a boat trip and a picnic, but when Mouse accidentally makes a hole in his boat, he gets scared and lets his friend Fox take the blame. It doesn't take long before Mouse starts to feel awful about what he has done. Will he be a kind friend and own up to his mistake? Will Fox forgive him? Will Mouse get to be a member of the Kindness Club? This charming board book for children aged 3-5 features: - A strong underlying message encouraging children to do kind deeds and continue to be kind. - Teaches the idea that being kind is not a one-off action; it is a way of being, in order to be a member of the Kindness Club. - Whimsical illustrations sit alongside a heart-warming story centred on kindness. - The story includes parent/carer notes to promote discussion between adults and children, questions that encourage understanding of the topic, and two activities: making a Kindness Club Badge and making a Peacock Fan that will track your kind deeds. The heartwarming board book encourages children to always be kind to one another, through beautiful illustrations and a playful story with an important underlying message. In the words of Badger, who runs the Kindness Club, "When you show kindness, it makes you and your friends feel good." Children will love the myriad of animal characters and learning and understanding the different ways we can be kind to one another. There are lots of extra learning opportunities, from questions about the story to activities showing you how to make your own Kindness Badge to notes for parents and carers to extend learning and reinforce positive behaviour. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there! There's so much more to explore and love with DK's Kindness Club series. If you enjoyed the first book in this adventurous and heartwarming series, why not try the next book, Kindness Club: Rabbit Says Sorry!

Wellbeing

Kindness Club Mouse Tells the Truth

Get to know the animals of the Kindness Club and follow Rabbit as she learns how important it is to say sorry. At Rainbow Island Harbour, some new visitors have arrived, including Little Peacock. The other animals are excited to meet him but Rabbit is worried that her friends will be more interested in the newcomer than in their old friend Rabbit. Rabbit tells Little Peacock he's not welcome to play with the other animals but when Peacock disappears, will Rabbit admit what she's done? And will she be able to find Peacock and apologise for her mistake? This charming board book for children aged 3-5 features: - A strong underlying message encouraging children to do kind deeds and continue to be kind. - Teaches the idea that being kind is not a one-off action; it is a way of being, in order to be a member of the Kindness Club. - Whimsical illustrations sit alongside a heart-warming story centred on kindness. - The story includes parent/carer notes to promote discussion between adults and children, questions that encourage understanding of the topic, and two activities: making a Kindness Club Badge and making a Peacock Fan that will track your kind deeds. The heartwarming board book encourages children to always be kind to one another, through beautiful illustrations and a playful story with an important underlying message. In the words of Badger, who runs the Kindness Club, "When you show kindness, it makes you and your friends feel good." Children will love the myriad of animal characters and learning and understanding the different ways we can be kind to one another. There are lots of extra learning opportunities, from questions about the story to activities showing you how to make your own Kindness Badge to notes for parents and carers to extend learning and reinforce positive behaviour. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there! There's so much more to explore and love with DK's adventurous and heartwarming Kindness Club series. If you enjoyed Kindness Club: Rabbit Says Sorry, why not try Kindness Club: Mouse Tells the Truth!

Kindness Club Rabbit Says Sorry

Get to know the animals of the Kindness Club and discover how Squirrel learns the importance of forgiving others and showing them kindness. This heartwarming board book encourages children ages 3-5 to always be kind to one another, through beautiful illustrations and a playful story with an important underlying message. Rainbow Island is having a baking competition! Squirrel sets off with his famous chocolate cake, but when Goat crashes into him, the cake goes flying. Squirrel is inconsolable. However, he later finds out that it was an accident. Will Squirrel learn to forgive Goat's actions? Will Goat accept Squirrel's kindness? This charming board book for children features: - A strong underlying message encouraging children to do kind deeds and continue to be kind. - Teaches the idea that being kind is not a one-off action; it is a way of being, in order to be a member of the Kindness Club. - Whimsical illustrations that sit alongside a heart-warming story about kindness. - Parent/carer notes to promote discussion between adults and children, questions that encourage understanding of the topic, and two activities: making a Kindness Club Badge and making a Peacock Fan that will track your kind deeds. Children will love the animal characters, and learning and understanding the different ways we can be kind to one another. There are lots of extra learning opportunities, from questions about the story to activities showing you how to make your own Kindness Badge to notes for parents and carers to extend learning and reinforce positive behaviour. In the words of Badger, who runs the Kindness Club, “When you show kindness, it makes you and your friends feel good.” At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here! There’s so much more to explore and love with DK’s Kindness Club series. If you enjoyed Squirrel Learns to Forgive, why not try the other books in the series, Rabbit Says Sorry, and Mouse Tells the Truth?

Kindness Club Squirrel Learns to Forgive

Follow Fox as she learns how important it is to show kindness and gratitude towards her friends. Fox is feeling grumpy. She doesn't want to play with her friends. While her pals go on a boat trip, Fox runs off to her favourite place - the lighthouse - determined to have more fun on her own. However, when a storm breaks, her friends become stuck at sea. Will Fox be able to show how much she truly cares for her friends by saving the day? Children will love the myriad of animal characters, and learning the different ways we can be kind to one another. There are lots of extra learning opportunities, including questions about the story, activities, and notes for parents and carers to reinforce positive behaviour. In the words of Badger, who runs the Kindness Club, "When you show kindness, it makes you and your friends feel good."

Kindness Club Fox Says Thank You

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Understanding the World \nInvite young learners to find out more about the people, places, technology, and environment around them with charming picture books. 

This funny and heartwarming tale about friends, family and Ferris wheels, shows lots of different families who are all equal A book for every family, this story gently shows children that it's wonderfully normal for every family to be different and the things that set us apart can bring us closer. Liam has just one thing on his mind: making it to the Ferris wheel to use his ticket. There's just time to check out the rest of the funfair, where his friends are playing games, munching popcorn, and going on rides with their families. But when Liam's Ferris wheel ticket goes missing, it's a race against time for him and his friends to find it. Will they make it? Featuring bold, colourful illustrations and an inspiring message, toddlers and young children will love reading along and engaging in this story that celebrates all different types of families. A vibrant picture book for children ages 3-5 years old, My Family and Other Families: - Is written by popular parenting bloggers and influencers, Two Dads in London - Shows different types of families with a clear message of diversity, difference and acceptance - Contains a fun and engaging story with plenty of re-read potential - Includes bouncy, child-friendly illustrations from Andy Passchier Grown-ups and little ones can enjoy sharing this sweet and gentle picture book with beautifully vibrant illustrations, spreading the message that all families are equal and are unique in their own way.

My Family and Other Families

Help your little one learn important vocabulary and build knowledge. From colours, shapes, and numbers, to science, art, nature, and weather this first word and picture ebook is filled with 100 useful things that will stimulate your baby or toddler's natural curiosity about the world around them. Part of an award-winning series that mixes engaging, real-life photos with entertaining illustrations, 100 First Things to Know has big, colourful pages filled with things to talk about, learn about, and smile about! Every page is a visual treat, making this appealing ebook great for sharing, and an attractive baby, toddler, or preschool gift. As they point to the pictures and say the words, little ones can identify lots of important things to know - they'll soon recognize colours, shapes, and patterns, count to 10, name different weathers and seasons, and learn some animal life cycles, as well as some useful maths and science things. And they'll be captivated by the delightful pictures, from five funny dinosaurs for the number five, to a cute snowman for snowy weather, and a big digger for the colour yellow. This beautiful picture ebook follows on from the award-winning 100 First Words and 100 First Animals (previous titles in this early learning series). Each title has inviting, look-and-point pictures that stimulate talking, and clear word labels that encourage naming and picture-and-word association, building language and reading readiness. Cleverly designed to inform and entertain, 100 First Things to Know takes your little one on an exciting learning adventure.

100 First Things to Know

How do little kids become sporting superstars? Find out in this inspiring board book for little ones. Everyone, from Usain Bolt to Simone Biles, was once a small child learning about the world. Read how a diverse array of sporty kids found what they loved to do, worked hard, and followed their passions all the way into adulthood. With adorable illustrations of top sports stars as typical young kids, then as superstar adults, sporting greats will seem like friends to your little one, and kids will see that sporting greatness is achievable. Meet Lionel Messi when he was a small child learning to play football, Usain Bolt before he became a super sprinter, Ellie Simmonds as she developed a love of water, and figure skater Yuzuru Hanyu when he joined his sister on the ice and became a figure skater. Let your child turn the pages and see that, like their heroes, the experiences and passions they have now can lead to incredible achievements.

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When I Grow Up - Sports Heroes

How do little kids grow up to become inspiring leaders? Find out in this beautiful board book for little ones with big dreams. Everyone, from Nelson Mandela to Ruth Bader Ginsburg, was once a small child learning about the world. Read how a diverse array of kids discovered what they were passionate about, worked hard, and followed their dreams to make a positive difference as adults. With adorable illustrations of leaders as young kids, then as inspiring adults, these leaders will seem like friends to your little one, and kids will see that great leadership and change really can be achieved by anyone. Meet lawyer and jurist Ruth Bader Ginsburg who learned the value of education and independence from her mother, young Nelson Mandela whose childhood experiences led him to challenge racist behaviour, Mohandas Gandhi as he grew from a shy young boy into a respected leader who let peaceful protests do the talking, and Emmeline Pankhurst whose understanding of the world motivated her to fight for gender equality. Let your little one turn the pages and see that, like these incredible individuals, they can strive for positive change, make a difference, and become successful leaders of the future. Turn the pages and be inspired by: Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Nelson Mandela, Emmeline Pankhurst, Mohandas Gandhi, Rosemarie Kuptana, Martin Luther King, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, and Franklin Delano Roosevelt.

History

When I Grow Up - Great Leaders

Experience the magic of the first Christmas in this illustrated board ebook, an ideal introduction to the nativity story for young children. The Christmas Story tells the tale of the first Christmas when the baby Jesus was born, a long, long time ago. The sky is filled with angels and a bright new star that tells the shepherds and the three wise men that someone very special has arrived. There's no room at the inn but Mary and Joseph, and sleeping baby Jesus, are warm and cosy in the stables. Colourful illustrations and engaging text bring this classic story to life for new readers. Little ones will love pointing out details in the pictures of Nazareth and Bethlehem, and naming all the animals in the stable where the baby Jesus was born. The Christmas Story is perfect for reading aloud during the festive season and beyond.

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The Christmas Story

A vibrant and inclusive first ABC book that introduces young readers aged 3+ to Pride. A is for Acceptance! B is for Belonging! C is for Celebrate! ABC Pride introduces young readers to the alphabet through the colourful world of Pride. Children can discover letters and words in a fun and engaging way, while also learning more about the LGBTQIA+ community and how to be inclusive. Every letter of the alphabet is paired with bold illustrations to support language learning, and a handy list of discussion points at the end gives adults the appropriate tools to spark further conversations and discussion around the topic. ABC Pride offers a simple yet powerful way to explain gender, identity, and ability to young children, while introducing and supporting diverse family units. An ideal book for little learners to explore together with a caregiver, as well as in a classroom environment. Whilst exploring this vibrant alphabet book, young learners can discover: - Bold, full colour illustrations to captivate the attention of early learners - Lyrical text for each letter ideal for reading aloud - Informative, accessible and easy-to-understand for young readers - Includes discussion questions to inspire further reading and conversations A must-have book for caregivers looking to diversify a child's literary collection, as well as gift givers for new LGBTQIA+ caregivers alike, ABC Pride marries the classic ABC learning format with modern and inclusive definitions and explanations, making this the perfect introduction to understanding concepts and language associated with the LGBTQIA+ community. With 2022 marking the 50th anniversary of the first Pride march in the UK, there's no better time to introduce young children to the colourful world of Pride.

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ABC Pride

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Fairy Tales and Folk Tales\nLittle ones will be entranced by classic, well-loved stories. \n

From Brothers Grimm to Hans Christian Andersen, this beautifully illustrated anthology contains a range of the classic fairy tale stories any child would love to grow up reading. As well as favourites such as Cinderella, The Snow Queen and Jack and the Beanstalk, DK's A First Book of Fairy Tales also includes some wonderful stories that you might not know, such as The Fisherman and his Wife and Diamonds and Toads. Introduce your little one to the characters that enchanted you as a child and the nostalgic stories you could not put down! Mary Hoffman's charming retellings use simple language, ideal for reading or hearing aloud, while Julie Downing's stunning illustrations bring the characters to life, so children can follow and enjoy the fairy tales through the pictures. If your child loves disney and their princesses such as Rapunzel and Sleeping Beauty, or if they love stories about giants and spells, this children's book would make the perfect gift for them! Step inside this fairy tale kingdom and get ready for some magic!

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Language and Literature

A First Book of Fairy Tales

Introduce your little one to fables and fairy tales from around the world with this spellbinding series of board books for children. Every day, an old woman fetches water from the river using two pots. One of the pots leaks, but the old woman sees the good that the leaking pot brings to the world. This charming re-telling of the Chinese tale is the perfect length for bedtime reading and Maja Andersen's colourful illustrations bring the magic and wonder of the tale to life. It is sure to be a storybook that little ones will treasure forever.

Once Upon A Time... there was an Old Woman

Introduce your little one to fables and fairy tales from around the world with this spellbinding series of board books for children. Discover the Aboriginal Australian myth about a very thirsty frog named Tiddalik! The perfect bedtime story that will teach children the importance of sharing. Inside the colourful children's book ideal for 3-5-year olds, you'll find: - Beautiful, vibrant illustrations that bring the stories to life - Simple text is ideal for reading aloud and for bedtime - Introduction to a lesser-known folk tale and stories for young children - A reference section at the end of the book that explains the cultural history behind each story Once Upon a Time... there was a Thirsty Frog follows the tale of the very thirsty frog who drank all the water in the land! Tiddalik, the frog, has to learn how to share so that the other animals can also quench their thirst. What will the other animals do? Will Tiddalik ever learn how to share? Tuck your toddler or preschooler in with this charming retelling of the Aboriginal Australian story beautifully illustrated by Maja Andersen, bringing the fairy tale to life. Embark on an inspiring journey with Tiddalik, and teach your child emotional intelligence and the dangers of being selfish. Go on a journey around the world with these new illustrated fables and novels from DK that make the perfect addition to any child's bookshelf. Other books in this series include Once Upon a Time... there was a Little Bird, Once Upon a Time... there was a Greedy King, Once Upon a Time... there was an Old Woman.

Once Upon A Time... there was a Thirsty Frog

Introduce your little one to fables and fairy tales from around the world with this spellbinding series of board books for children. The power of kindness is a tale told all over the world! Introduce children to the charming telling of a North American folktale about a little bird that can't fly south for the winter. This emotions book for kids explores the concepts of kindness and sharing in an engaging story format. Once Upon a Time...there was a Little Bird is filled with colourful illustrations and a lively story that teaches children emotional intelligence. Inside you'll find: - Beautiful, vibrant illustrations by Maja Andersen that bring the story to life - Simple text, ideal for reading aloud for a bedtime story - A reference section at the end of the book that explains the cultural history behind the story Little Bird has broken her wing and can't join her friends in flying south for the winter. Cold and unsure where to find shelter, Little Bird hears kind voices calling to her - they offer shelter, food, and even a place for her to sing to her heart's content! Illustrator, Maja Andersen, has beautifully crafted the images in this book to draw young children into the story and capture their imaginations. The tale of Little Bird introduces children to a lesser-known folktale and teaches them how to care for others. The magic of storytelling has been known to cultures since the dawn of time! Imagine children much like your own huddled up to hear about the fascinating world around them and learning about life through storytelling. Other books in this series include Once Upon a Time... there was a Greedy King, Once Upon a Time... there was a Thirsty Frog, Once Upon a Time... there was an Old Woman.

Once Upon A Time...there was a Little Bird

Introduce your little one to fables and fairy tales from around the world with this spellbinding series of board books for children. Discover the Greek myth about the greedy King Midas! A popular tale told for centuries that will teach children about the power of love. Introduce children to the fascinating telling of a popular tale about a greedy king who could turn everything he touched into gold. This emotions book for kids explores the concept of love and the consequences of greed in an engaging story format. Once Upon a Time...there was a Greedy King is filled with colourful illustrations and a lively story that teaches children emotional intelligence. Inside you'll find: - Beautiful, vibrant illustrations by Maja Andersen brings the story to life - Simple text, ideal for reading aloud for a bedtime story - Lesser-known folk tales and stories to young children - A reference section at the end of the book that explains the cultural history behind each story The greedy King Midas has been granted a wish! He can turn everything into gold. Swept by his new 'power' he turns his entire palace into gold including his food and beloved daughter! What will he do when he can't eat or talk to the princess anymore? Illustrator, Maja Andersen, has beautifully crafted the images in this book to draw young children into the story and capture their imaginations. The tale of the Greedy King with the golden touch introduces children to a lesser-known myth and teaches them about the dangers of greed. The magic of storytelling has been known to cultures since the dawn of time! Imagine children much like your own huddled up to hear about the fascinating world around them and learning about life through storytelling. Other books in this series include Once Upon a Time... there was a Little Bird, Once Upon a Time... there was a Thirsty Frog, Once Upon a Time... there was an Old Woman.

Once Upon A Time...there was a Greedy King

"Allow me to introduce myself." But he needed no introduction. "Anansi the spider!" said Anansi the boy. "The tales were true!" "Traditional tales are always true," the spider answered, laughing. "Nothing lasts so long as truth, nor travels quite so far." Now in paperback! Award-winning author of Ghana Must Go, Taiye Selasi, reimagines the story of Anansi, the much-loved trickster, for a new generation. Kweku has grown up hearing stories about the mischievous spider Anansi. He is given the nickname Anansi by his father because of his similarly cheeky ways. On a holiday to visit his beloved Grandma in Ghana, Anansi the spider and Anansi the boy meet, and discover a magical pot that can be filled with whatever they want. Anansi fills it again and again with his favourite red-red stew, and eats so much that he feels sick. Will he learn to share this wonderful gift? This charming retelling of a West African story teaches readers about the dangers of greed, and the importance of being kind. Tinuke Fagborun's colourful illustrations bring the magic and wonder of the tale to life. When you've finished sharing the story, you can also find out more about the origins of Anansi folktales. This beautiful storybook is one that children will treasure forever.

Anansi and the Golden Pot

Based on the traditional fairy tale, this picture ebook remains a firm favourite for parents looking for children's classics to read with their little one. When Jack sells his cow for a handful of magic beans, he doesn't expect a huge beanstalk to grow outside his window! Join Jack as he goes on an exciting and magical adventure up to the top of the towering beanstalk and discovers a peckish giant, a golden goose, and a magical harp. The charming illustrations by Giuseppe Di Lernia in this picture book are sure to capture the imaginations of little ones, and the large format of this book is ideal for sharing with children aged 3 to 5 and reading together at bedtime.

Jack and the Beanstalk

Join Pinocchio, Geppetto, Cricket, and many more characters as they visit Toy Land, join a puppet show, and escape from inside a ginormous whale! Then watch naughty Pinocchio's nose grow and grow and grow before he finally learns how to be a good puppet. This simple retelling of the classic fairy story, is the ideal book to read with children aged 3 to 5. The charming illustrations by Giuseppe Di Lernia are sure to capture the imaginations of little ones and their parents, and the large format of this classic children's picture book makes it perfect for sharing and reading together at bedtime.

Pinocchio

This traditional fairy tale has been loved around the world for more than a century, and remains a firm favourite with parents looking for children's classics to read with their little one. When the three little pigs leave home, they build houses made of straw, branches, and bricks, but which house will stay standing when the big, bad wolf huffs and puffs and tries to blow them all down? The charming illustrations in this picture book are sure to capture the imaginations of little ones, and the large format of this book is ideal for sharing with children aged 3 to 5 and reading together at bedtime. Children won't be able to stop themselves from joining in as the wolf repeatedly "huffs and puffs" and tries to blow each house down!

The Three Little Pigs

This beautiful children's story treasury brings together 14 classic children's fairy tales and 17 well-known myths and legends from around the world in one magical collection. Perfect for children aged 5-7, these charmingly illustrated books bring together the best-loved characters and stories from across time, ideal for enjoying together at bedtime or reading aloud to little ones. A First Book of Fairytales includes everlasting favourites such as Sleeping Beauty, The Princess and the Pea, and Cinderella, while A First Book of Myths brings well-known tales to life including The Fall of Icarus, How Butterflies Began, and The Kingdom Under the Sea. Brought together in a beautiful slipcase, A First Book of Fairytales and A First Book of Myths are the perfect gift for a young loved one. Full contents Fairytales: Cinderella, The Selfish Giant, Rapunzel, Jack and the Beanstalk, Sleeping Beauty, The Little Mermaid, The Frog Prince, Beauty and the Beast, Diamonds and Toads, The Twelve Dancing Princesses, The Fisherman and his Wife, The Princess and the Pea, Rumpelstiltskin, The Snow Queen. Myths: The Fall of Icarus, The Golden Touch, Andromeda, Wolf Babies, Coyote Dances with a Star, The First Corn, A Newborn Warrior, How the Animals Got Their Shapes, How Butterflies Began, Balder the Beautiful, Rama and Sita, The Enchanted Island, The Kingdom Under the Sea, The Crocodile and the Baby, How the Sun and Moon Appeared, The Goddess and the Farmboy, The Weaver and the Cowherd

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Zoe Bullen - Curriculum Lead and Katherine Robertson - English Lead

\nFinding creative ways to help children enjoy learning and reading is a perennial teaching challenge—one that The Oaks Primary School in Bolton has been tackling head-on with their stunning ‘curriculum doorways’. \nSitting right outside the classrooms of each year group, these themed displays are designed to be visually stimulating as well as educational. We spoke with Curriculum Lead Zoe Bullen and English Lead Katherine Robertson to find out more. 

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Curriculum Doorways: sparking curious minds with creative classroom displays

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Science Talk in the Early Years

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