The heartwarming modern classic from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog - perfect for sharing at Christmas.'Stick Man lives in the family tree With his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three.' But it's dangerous being a Stick Man.A dog wants to play with him, a swan builds her nest with him. He even ends up on a fire! Will he ever get back to the family tree in time for Christmas? Perhaps Santa can help...Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlersA modern classic picture book about family, courage and adventure from the UK's number one picture book author and illustratorPerfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spotThis perfect gift book is a journey through the seasons with a gloriously festive Christmas Eve endingFrom the creators of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog, which have all been made into animated filmsStick Man has been adapted into a popular animated film starring voices from Martin Freeman (Stick Man), Jennifer Saunders (Narrator), Sally Hawkins (Stick Lady), Russell Tovey (Dog) and Hugh Bonneville (Santa)Superworm is on BBC One at Christmas with voice artists including Oscar-winner Olivia Colman (narrator), Matt Smith (Superworm) and Rob Brydon (Crow)New for September 2022 - look out for The Baddies, the wickedly funny new picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.'A cracker of a book' FT Read more

*#1 Sunday Times bestseller*New York Times bestsellerShortlisted for the Book of the Year - British Book Awards 2025 Learn about the glittering story of Taylor Swift! The talented singer-songwriter who dreamt of sharing her talent with the world.The perfect gift for every Swiftie in your life, young and old, this powerful book features captivating illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with photos of the star and a detailed profile of her life.Little Taylor grew up on her family’s Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania. Her life changed at six years old when she attended her first concert. Dancing and singing in the crowd as country musician LeAnn Rimes performed, Taylor fell in love with country music. Some of the kids at school didn’t understand, but Taylor managed to shake it off. She took her first steps towards stardom by recording a demo of cover songs and sending it to record labels in Nashville, the home of country music. Yet while she enjoyed singing others’ songs, she knew all too well that she needed to express herself in her own words. When she began writing her own lyrics and melodies, her talent for putting feelings into words shone through. After signing with a record label, she started working on her first album: Taylor Swift. It became very popular, very quickly. Soon, she had earned a number one single on the country music charts. Next, she released her second album, a country-pop record named Fearless, it was a hit, and suddenly everyone knew her name. She won a Grammy and started to write more pop music for her albums – all the while keeping storytelling at the centre of her work. Several albums and sell-out world tours followed. Despite the obstacles in her way, Taylor has always stood up for what she believes in and always believed in herself!Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Read more

Lift the flaps and join in the fun with Badger's Band, a story in the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood preschool series by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.Badger wants to start a band and his friends are keen to join in the fun. Tortoise plays the trumpet and Bear can play piano, but who else wants to join the band? Lift the flaps to find out and join Badger and his friends for a special concert.With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, Badger's Band joins the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood which have been delighting parents and children for over twenty years.More lift-the-flap adventures from Acorn Wood: Cat's Cookbook, Squirrel's Snowman and Mole's Spectacles. Look out for new Acorn Wood story Dormouse Has a Cold. Read more

An introductory book for absolute beginners, with attractive colour illustrations. Tunes for Ten Fingers is the perfect book for very young children - it encourages security at every step and uses material that makes learning fun! Read more

The second book for absolute beginners, with attractive colour illustrations. An entertaining and thoughtful choice of pieces with plenty of songs, duets, puzzles, and games. Read more

Now published in full color for the first time! Part 2 builds on the foundations laid in Part 1, extending the compass of notes learnt and introducing new rhythms, note values, chords and changes of hand positions. As well as solo pieces, a sequence of duets offers student and teacher an opportunity to make music together. Children will love the Monkey Puzzles, rhymes and songs introducing a range of exciting characters. Read more

Learn about the life of Harry Styles, one of the most beloved pop singers of all time.From a young age, little Harry loved singing and performing, and he sparked joy in the hearts of his audience. Starring in his school’s play, he felt right at home! As a teenager he sang in a group with friends and worked in a bakery at the weekends. When he auditioned to sing on a TV talent competition, he got a place in the boy band One Direction. Although they didn’t win the show, they won millions of fans. Together the boys had huge hits and were adored by people all across the world. The time came for Harry to embark on his solo career, and when he stepped out onto the stage on his own, he became a true superstar. His albums have reached the top of the charts and he has won award after award. As well as his singing career, Harry has tried his hand at acting, modelling, presenting TV shows and he has even created an inclusive cosmetics range. And, through his heartfelt lyrics, daring fashion and adventurous spirit, Harry sends a message of love and kindness to the world, and encourages his fans to do what makes them happy.  This book features quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of Harry’s life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Read more

Following on from his best-selling ‘How To Play Keyboard’ and ‘My First Keyboard’ books, Ben Parker brings together 30 Fun and Easy Keyboard Tunes that are perfect for new beginners.Ben Parker is an established professional musician, songwriter and producer with over10 years of musical teaching experience.His best-selling series of music tuition books for adults and children include Guitar, Ukulele, Banjo, Piano and Keyboard.He also tutors actors for film and television — his credits include The John Lennon biopic ‘Nowhere Boy’,Robert Pattinson drama ‘Bel Ami’ and hit television show ‘Skins’. He also fronts his ownband Chains, and develops young artists for major record labels. Read more

Discover the magical world of Carnival of the Animals in this musical reimagining of this celebrated suite for children – push the button in each breathtaking scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Camille Saint-Saëns’ score. One day, two brothers discover a magical animal kingdom behind their bookcase. They are greeted by the royal lion with his shaggy mane; ask for directions from an old lonely tortoise; take a ride on some lumbering elephants; topple a skeleton of dinosaur bones; and swim among a school of shimmering fish. If only they could take them all home... The book includes extracts from ‘The Swan’, ‘Aquarium’, ‘Fossils’, and ‘Finale’ (From Disney’s Fantasia) along with a totally new story to link the pieces together. As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes, you will press the buttons to hear 10 excerpts from the suite’s music. At the back of the book, find a short biography of the composer, Camille Saint-Saëns, with details about his composition of Carnival of the Animals. Next to this, you can replay the musical excerpts and, for each of them, read a discussion of the instruments, rhythms and musical techniques that make them so powerful. A glossary defines musical terms.The Story Orchestra series brings classical music to life for children through gorgeously illustrated retellings of classic ballet, opera and program music stories paired with 10-second sound clips of orchestras playing from their musical scores. With The Story Orchestra keyboard sound books, children can play the famous melodies themselves with the sound of a real grand piano.  Also available from the Story Orchestra series: The Magic Flute, I Can Play (vol 1), Swan Lake, The Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker and Four Seasons in One Day.Manufacturer's note: please pull the white tab out of the back of the book before use. Sound buttons require a firm push in exact location to work, which may be hard for young children. All sound clips are 10 seconds long.The perfect primer to introduce children to classical music. Read more

Theory Made Easy For Little Children Level 1 by Lina Ng provides notes (semibreve, minim, crotchet), number of counts, dotted minim, the piano keyboard, time signatures, barlines, notes in the bass clef, revision notes, games, tests and some manuscript paper to practice music writing. There is also a lesson record and a certificate for signing by a teacher or parent when the book is completed. Specifically suited for children aged 4 to 7, this is the first of two books that present music theory using colourful illustrations and stickers for the exercises.Theory Made Easy For Little Children Level 2 provides revision of material learnt in Level 1 as well as notes in the treble clef (A,B,C), rests, notes in the bass clef (F, E, D, C), position of stems, treble clef, bass clef, games, tests and some manuscript paper to practice music writing. Read more

“Watch out Dog Man and Wimpy Kid, there's a new comic book hero in town.” - Irish Independent“Bursting with creativity and humour” - Booktrust“A riot to read, this story touches on friendship, chasing popularity, the perils of internet fame, and the inauthenticity of life online. Unmissable for any young readers dreaming of YouTube stardom.” - Irish Examiner“Fans of Jamie Smart's Bunny vs Monkey series & the brilliant Grimwood books by Nadia Shireen will enjoy meeting Nina Peanut” - The Times“Colourful, silly, with a side order of thoughtfulness.” - The School LibrarianNina Peanut - super-star in the making, frozen pizza chef, creative genius, owner of the world's stinkiest cat. The funniest new friend for all kids, everywhere.Nina Peanut creates amazing videos - so why is it only her nan and best friend Brian who watch them? Surely everyone should be interested in her SERIOUS and NOT-STUPID videos about potatoes with faces?Nina dreams about being as popular as class queen bee Megan Dunne, who films NOT AMAZING AT ALL content of her pampered dog, Princess Trixie Bell.So when Nina's stinky cat Les wanders into one of Megan's videos by accident, and goes viral, Nina and Les are suddenly internet famous!But is overnight stardom as wonderful as Nina always imagined it would be?Hilariously funny, with themes of friendship/frenemies, big dreams, brilliant pets: hours and hours of reading fun guaranteed for kids.Warm, offbeat wit and gorgeous, bright full colour pictures throughout.Perfect for fans of Wimpy Kid, Dork Diaries and Lottie Brooks. Read more

Discover the spellbinding magic of Swan Lake in this musical retelling of the ballet – push the button on each beautiful scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Tchaikovsky’s score.This tale of a prince, a beautiful swan princess and an evil sorcerer begins in a woodland clearing far, far away. It is Prince Siegfried’s 21st birthday. He is playing games with his friends when his mother, the Queen, arrives to tell him he needs to stop having fun and start looking after the kingdom. Prince Siegfried dreams of running away.He follows an enchanting flock of swans to a clearing by a lake, where four of the little cygnets begin to dance. The most beautiful swan transforms into the Princess Odette, who tells him that she has been cursed to turn into a swan by day and return to her natural form at night by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart. As the prince and Odette dance, they begin to fall in love.The story follows Prince Siegfried as he attends his birthday party, is tricked into proposing to Von Rothbart’s daughter Odile and returns to the lake to battle the evil sorcerer. Will the prince be reunited with his swan princess?As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes, you will press the buttons to hear 10 excerpts from the ballet’s music. Readers should press firmly on the pages to activate the sounds, encouraging interactive learning and introducing children to this beautiful piece of music.At the back of the book, find a short biography of the composer, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, with details about his composition of Swan Lake. Next to this, you can replay the musical excerpts and, for each of them, read a discussion of the instruments, rhythms and musical techniques that make them so powerful. A glossary defines musical terms.The Story Orchestra series brings classical music to life for children through gorgeously illustrated retellings of classic ballet, opera and program music stories paired with 10-second sound clips of orchestras playing from their musical scores. With The Story Orchestra keyboard sound books, children can play the famous melodies themselves with the sound of a real grand piano.Also available from the Story Orchestra series: The Magic Flute, I Can Play (vol 1), Carnival of the Animals, The Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker and Four Seasons in One Day.Manufacturer’s note: please pull the white tab out of the back of the book before use. Sound buttons require a firm push in exact location to work, which may be hard for young children. All sound clips are 10 seconds long.The perfect primer to introduce children to classical music. Read more

The dolls love travelling the world in their girl band. Use the stickers to dress them for a dance rehearsal, a day in the recording studio, a big performance and their jet-setting world tour. With over 400 stickers of glamorous dresses, cool costumes, instruments, microphones and more. Read more

*GOOD HOUSEKEEPING USA BEST KIDS BOOK AWARD 2023 WINNER* Discover the spellbinding magic of The Planets in this musical reimagining of one of Holst’s most famous suites.Push the button on each beautiful scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Holst’s score. This tale is about a brother and sister who adventure deep into our solar system. Our story begins one night as Helen and Tim get ready for bed in their new space rocket bunk beds… but sleep will have to wait as they magically blast up, up, up into the glittering night sky, leaving planet Earth far below them.  Helen and Tim journey here, there and everywhere through our majestic solar system. They soar past the cold rocky surface of Mars as it rises into towering peaks and plunges into deep canyons and glide through a bumpy asteroid belt made of icy rocks. They blast deeper into our solar system, exploring the dazzling stars and astounding planets along the way.  But now it really is time to head home! As the rocket speeds towards Earth, Tim and Helen watch the sun rise over their planet.   As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes, you will press the buttons to hear 10 excerpts from the score. Readers should press firmly on the pages to activate the sounds, encouraging interactive learning and introducing children to this beautiful piece of music. At the back of the book, find a short biography of the composer, Gustav Holst, with details about his composition of The Planets. Next to this, you can replay the musical excerpts and, for each of them, read a discussion of the instruments, rhythms and musical techniques that make them so powerful. A glossary defines musical terms.The Story Orchestra series brings classical music to life for children through gorgeously illustrated retellings of classic ballet, opera and program music stories paired with 10-second sound clips of orchestras playing from their musical scores.Also available from the Story Orchestra series: Four Seasons in One Day, The Nutcracker, The Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Carnival of the Animals, The Magic Flute, In the Hall of the Mountain King and I Can Play (vol 1).Manufacturer’s note: please pull the white tab out of the back of the book before use. Sound buttons require a firm push in exact location to work, which may be hard for young children. All sound clips are 10 seconds long.The perfect primer to introduce children to classical music.   Read more

My First Theory Book by Lina Ng is the first workbook in a series of three, designed to offer a smooth transition to Grade 1 Theory. There are plenty of exercises and games to encourage a wider understanding of music, even at the very early stages of learning.Included within this first book are exercises in writing treble and bass clefs, note names and counting, time signatures, the piano keyboard, writing notes in treble clef, writing notes in bass clef, rests, accidentals, stem positions, time signatures, completing bars with missing notes, completing bars with missing rests, games and tests.My Second Theory Book and My Third Theory Book are also available as is a series of five books in the Theory Made Easy series. Read more

Theory made Easy for Little Children is specifically designed for children aged 4-7, presenting music theory using colourful illustrations and stickers for the exercises. There are plenty of games to play which introduce the basics of music theory at a level small children can relate to. This book follows on from level 1, taking children up to a stage where they can begin work for the ABRSM Grade 1 theory test. It incorporates all the fun and colour of book one but working at a slightly more advanced level. Printed Music THEORY ~ PRIMARY SCHOOL CLASSROOM Grade level: Beginner BEST SELLER! Read more

An out-of-this-world new adventure from bestselling author of THE DANGER GANG and THE CHRISTMASAURUS, Tom Fletcher.George, Neila and Bash are the worst band on Earth. George wants them to be brilliant - but Neila has stage fright, and Bash is too distracted by his obsession with stars, aliens and faraway planets. But what they lack in talent and confidence, they make up for in heart.They're determined to blow their friends away at their school Battle of the Bands contest. But the moment they start to play...They're beamed up into space!!!Now the kids face an even bigger challenge: Battle of the Bands, but the intergalactic version. They're competing against alien bands from every galaxy! And if they don't win, they might never make it home again... Can the worst band on Earth become the best band in the universe?Listen to the intergalactically awesome SPACE BAND soundtrack now, performed by McFLY! Read more

The ultimate book for Tom Gates fans to read and fill-in all year round! Packed with brand new activities, makes and stories and including pages for recording words that make you laugh, sticking photos of your friends pulling funny faces, making a Christmas decoration, summer reading lists and much, much more! Over 5 million copies of the Tom Gates series sold in the UK! Leave boredom behind with this activity-packed, interactive book: hours of fun for kids. ABOUT THE SERIES:Written in diary formFull of Tom's doodles and pictures & his amazing sense of humourThe Brilliant World of Tom Gates, was the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize!Perfect gifts for boys & girls who love to laugh themselves sillyThe first series of The Brilliant World of Tom Gates won the Scottish BAFTA for Entertainment!Love Tom Gates? Don’t miss Liz Pichon’s spectacular Shoe Wars, a laugh-out-loud, gadget-packed adventure! Read more

Music Theory for Young Children is a four-level young children music theory series, adapted from the Music Theory for Young Musicians series. Aiming to teach the fundamentals of music theory in a fun and novel way, it combines an exam-based syllabus, a child-centred approach to content development, and an interactive methodology to make an engaging and effective course for young music learners. Based on 10 years of market-tested and refined methods, the new and revised content, fresh new look, appealing illustrations and stickers, and a variety of self-motivating exercises make it the perfect series for encouraging a child's interest in music and developing their knowledge. Read more

The top-of-the-class, extra special 21st book from multi-million copy selling author and illustrator Liz Pichon.A feel-good, laugh-out-loud, packed-with-pictures Tom Gates story!The latest Tom Gates bestseller from multi-million selling writer and illustrator Liz Pichon, now in paperback. Q: Who wants their FIVE STAR funny story included in Oakfield School's story book? A: EVERYONE!But what will Tom write about? Inspiration strikes when he looks at his excellent collection of ODD OBJECTS and remembers the funny stories behind each one. Starting with Great Great Aunt Aggie's fake bird hat, the weird stone with a hole and his very special doodle pen. Marcus wants to write about Tom (which is annoying), Amy's got a funny poem and Norman's story is all about... cheese. But Mr Fullerman can only choose the FIVE STAR STORIES - will Tom get his work in on time? And will Granddad read Tom's story and find out what REALLY happened to Aunt Aggie's hat? (Spoiler alert - probably) Written in diary formEvery page STUFFED full of laughs, stories, doodles and creative FUNThe Brilliant World of Tom Gates was the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize!Perfect gifts for boys & girls who love to laugh themselves sillyThe first series of The Brilliant World of Tom Gates won the Scottish BAFTA for Entertainment!Don't miss Shoe Wars - the epic standalone by Liz Pichon. Read more