28 books found
Elevate library curation and childhood literacy standards with 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up, a monumental critical bibliography overseen by acclaimed literary editor Julia Eccleshare and prefaced by lege…
Climb aboard for a chaotic, floating adventure with Sixes and Sevens, a brilliantly funny counting picture book written by the celebrated former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and whimsically illustrated by Piotr Parda. The st…
Step right up and witness the chaotic, fast-paced, and utterly delightful world of The Fabulous Foskett Family Circus, another spectacular collaboration from the beloved children's book team John Yeoman and Sir Quentin Blake. The…
oin a joyful, toe-tapping journey through the countryside in Rumbelow's Dance, a delightful cumulative picture book created by the legendary children's literature duo John Yeoman and Sir Quentin Blake. The story follows a happy y…
Step into a world of chaotic concoctions, giant farm animals, and dark comedy with Roald Dahl's timeless classic, George's Marvellous Medicine! George Kranky is an ordinary eight-year-old boy who is left home alone with his grand…
Originally published as The Minpins, this was Roald Dahl's very last children's book, beautifully reimagined with brand-new, vibrant color illustrations by his iconic collaborator, Quentin Blake. The story follows little Billy, w…
This beloved story follows young Charlie Bucket, a boy from a poor family who wins one of five golden tickets to tour the magical and mysterious chocolate factory owned by Willy Wonka. Inside the factory, Charlie and the other wi…
This cheerful rhyming story by Dr. Seuss celebrates positivity, energy, and the joy of starting the day. Illustrated by Quentin Blake in his signature expressive style, the book captures the excitement of waking up and exploring…
A young boy and his grandmother uncover a secret society of witches plotting to eliminate children. When the boy himself is turned into a mouse, he must use courage, cleverness, and teamwork to stop their wicked plan. Roald Dahl’…
I bet you think you know this story. You don't. The real one's much more gory. AS SEEN ON BBC ONE From Jack in the Beanstalk, Goldilocks and the Three Bears to Little Red Riding Hood and the Three Little Pigs, wicked beasts, braz…
"Billy and the Minpins" (originally published as "The Minpins") is a magical story about a young boy named Billy who discovers a world of tiny people called the Minpins, who live in the trees of a vast forest. Billy must use his…
"Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator" is the sequel to "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." The story picks up where the first book left off, with Charlie Bucket, his family, and Willy Wonka aboard the Great Glass Elevator, whic…
"Going Solo" is the continuation of Roald Dahl's autobiography, covering his experiences as a young man. The book details his time working in East Africa and his service as a fighter pilot during World War II. Through thrilling a…
"The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me" is a whimsical story about a young boy named Billy who befriends a giraffe, a pelican, and a monkey who work together as window cleaners. The trio's unique abilities make them the perfect team,…
"The Magic Finger" tells the story of a young girl with a mysterious power in her finger that she cannot control. When she becomes angry, the magic finger unleashes a strange force that changes the lives of those around her. The…
"Esio Trot" is a charming love story about a shy, elderly man named Mr. Hoppy who is in love with his neighbor, Mrs. Silver. To win her heart, he devises a clever plan involving her pet tortoise, Alfie, in a bid to make him grow…
"Danny the Champion of the World" is a heartwarming story about the bond between a father and his son, Danny. Together, they embark on an adventure to outsmart a wealthy landowner by poaching his prized pheasants. The story is fi…
In "George’s Marvellous Medicine," young George creates a magical potion to cure his grandmother of her grumpiness, but the potion has unexpected and bizarre effects. The story is a wild ride of humor and chaos, as George's conco…
"The Twits" is the story of Mr. and Mrs. Twit, a nasty, spiteful couple who delight in playing cruel tricks on each other and on the animals they keep. The animals, led by a clever monkey named Muggle-Wump, band together to get r…
"Fantastic Mr. Fox" follows the cunning and resourceful Mr. Fox as he outwits three greedy farmers—Boggis, Bunce, and Bean—who are determined to catch him. With his family at risk, Mr. Fox devises a plan to steal food from the fa…
n this fantastical adventure, young James Henry Trotter escapes his cruel aunts, Spiker and Sponge, by entering a gigantic, magical peach. Inside, he finds a group of anthropomorphic insect friends, and together they embark on an…
"The BFG" is the tale of Sophie, a young orphaned girl who befriends a giant with a kind heart. Unlike the other giants in the land who eat human beings, the BFG (Big Friendly Giant) spends his time collecting and giving good dre…
"Matilda" tells the story of an extraordinarily gifted little girl with a love for books and a sharp mind, who has to cope with crude and uncaring parents and a tyrannical school headmistress, Miss Trunchbull. Despite her difficu…
"Boy: Tales of Childhood" is an autobiographical book by Roald Dahl that provides a vivid and humorous account of his early years, spanning from his birth in 1916 to his experiences at boarding school. The book is structured as a…
The sparkling debut children's novel from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children's author in the country, with sparkling new cover look to tie in with later books. Dennis was different. Why was he diff…
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