Children's
But Rosie Didn't See It ...
Christine Beech
What is it that Rosie cannot see? Young children will enjoy the bright, colourful illustrations as they follow the story and find out if they can see what Rosie can’t. This heart-warming story shows the beauty of a child’s innocence and willingness to engage with others. Your child will be encouraged to think about their ‘Just ME, being ME’ superpower at the end of this book. The author strongly believes in building confidence and self-esteem in children’s lives and helping them develop their unique giftings at an early age.
Ellie's Book: The Story of When My Mummy Died.
Lorna Vyse
This book is for families and professionals to support young children. It gives a realistic and honest account of the weeks and months following a parental death. Aimed at offering younger children an explanation of death, it sensitively explores how Ellie copes with her grief and the changes she experiences.
Ben's Book: The Story of When My Mum Died.
Lorna Vyse
Aimed at older primary aged children, Ben’s Book offers a realistic and honest insight into the emotional impact of bereavement, using language that children can relate to and asking questions they may feel unable to express. It can be used by both families and professionals to support children through grief.
Alex's Book: The Story of When My Mum Died.
Lorna Vyse
Aimed at teenagers, Alex’s Book offers a sensitive insight into the impact of bereavement on a young person’s life, asking questions they may feel unable to express and using clear and relatable language. It can be used by both families and professionals to help support young people through their grief.
Be Proud to Be Me
Diane Hull
Diane Hull is a retired Primary School teacher, specializing in the Early Years, who lives in Todmorden in England. Known as "Grandma Duck" to her grandchildren, she is very much in touch with what young children like to read and have read to them. Educated at Manchester Metropolitan University, Diane graduated with a BA (Hons) First Class in Early Childhood Studies and is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators.
This book is Dyslexic inclusive; it is printed in a font that everyone can read, including people with dyslexia.
Eddy Finds A Family
Sarah McGeough
Flossy and Frank Flamingo are unable to have a chick of their own. Eddy Emu is in foster care and in need of a loving home. Eddy Finds a Family is a heart-warming story about adoption that follows their journey as they find each other and become a family. It takes a sensitive and emotional subject and makes it fun and engaging for children to enjoy.
Eddy Feels at Home
Sarah McGeough
Flossy and Frank Flamingo are excited to be parents. Eddy Emu is moving in with his mummy and daddy. Follow this wonderful new family on their emotional journey as they get to know one another, learn more about adoption and settle into their home together.
Officially endorsed by Adoption UK
The Educated Pheasant
Jeannie Duncanson
Three unlikely friends with different attitudes to life, embark on an adventure. Meet Pheasant, Rabbit, and their new friend, Mouse. During their journey, they learn about each other's differences, display courage, support, and respect, solving a few of life's problems along the way. A classic style story with a modern twist bringing countryside characters to life learning to cope with a changing world.
The Educated Pheasant Meets Mrs Prickles
Jeannie Duncanson
The Educated Pheasant, Rabbit and Mouse are wonderful friends that love to have adventures and explore the countryside.
In this story, they meet Mrs. Prickles and Pheasant discovers there are other ways to learn new things apart from reading his precious books. Their day doesn’t go according to plan, but they help each other through and meet some interesting characters along the way.
Mouse learns that he needs to look before he leaps and Rabbit makes sure his friends have a good night’s sleep.
The Educated Pheasant's Nature Activity Book
Jeannie Duncanson
This fun book will keep children entertained whilst they learn about the countryside. It is linked to the first book by The Educated Pheasant. It will stimulate and inspire their creative minds with fun puzzles, colouring-in, and outdoor searches. Children will enjoy discovering interesting facts about nature. They will be encouraged to look after the countryside and each other. That is the power of the Educated Pheasant and the knowledge he has gained from all the books he has read.
Life's Little Lessons from the Countryside Companions
Diane Hull & Jeannie Duncanson
Each book features two animal characters from the Countryside Companions who teach young children about manners.
Please, Thank you, Excuse Me, and Taking Turns
All the illustrations are hand drawn/painted in a traditional classic style.
Each book is £7.99. The set is £31.96
Life's Little Lessons from the Countryside Companions 'THANK YOU'
Diane Hull & Jeannie Duncanson
The Countryside Companion Are animals who share.
They teach 'Life's Little Lessons,' Because they really care.
Henny Hen is in this tale, Connor Cockerel too.
They'll teach you to say, 'thank you,' Enjoy the story do!
Life's Little Lessons from the Countryside Companions 'PLEASE'
Diane Hull & Jeannie Duncanson
The Countryside Companion Are animals who share.
They teach 'Life's Little Lessons,' Because they really care.
Daisy Dragonfly's in this tale, Tommy Tortoise too.
They'll teach you when you should say 'Please' Enjoy the story, do!
Life's Little Lessons from the Countryside Companions 'EXCUSE ME'
Diane Hull & Jeannie Duncanson
The Countryside Companion Are animals who share.
They teach 'Life's Little Lessons,' Because they really care.
Peter Pig is in this tale, Benny Badger too.
They'll teach you all, "Excuse Me," Enjoy the story do!
Life's Little Lessons from the Countryside Companions 'TAKING TURNS'
Diane Hull & Jeannie Duncanson
The Countryside Companion Are animals who share.
They teach 'Life's Little Lessons,' Because they really care.
Wendy Wren is in this tale, Molly Mouse too.
They'll teach you about 'taking turns.' Enjoy the story do!
Looking for the Robin
Jane Somers
A beautifully illustrated hardback book to help young children who are grieving for someone special.
Through the pages of this book, Robin magically weaves, With a special purpose, To help a child who grieves.
Little Robin flies down, From the skies above, Just to comfort children, With messages of love.
Share this story with a child, Help them feel secure, Loved ones still watch over them, And true love will endure.
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Oscar the Dragon Cleans His Teeth
Eleanor Baggaley
Oscar the Dragon hates brushing his teeth but loves to eat lots of tasty food and treats.
Find out what happens when Oscar doesn’t brush his teeth one day and the valuable lesson he learns about keeping his teeth clean.
The Enchanted Suitcase: Preston's Christmas Surprise
Jinny Morgan Lewtas
This book will be a must-read story for the whole family every Christmas Eve as a treasured tradition.
The book comes with hints, tips and a resource list to make the story more inclusive and accessible for young readers to enjoy.
It also comes with a page to help children understand Preston's feelings throughout his adventure.
The Enchanted Suitcase: Preston's Cosmic Adventure
Jinny Morgan Lewtas
This is a magical space story about a panda called Preston.
The book comes with hints, tips and a resource list with ideas to make the story inclusive for all young readers to enjoy. It also comes with a page to help children understand Preston's feelings throughout his adventure.
The Last Coal Miner
Alfie Joey
Some years after the last coal mines were closed, a mysterious miner is discovered by two curious children. They understand his odd language and introduce him to a different world. But will that world accept him?
Echoing the heartwarming sentiment of 'the Snowman' by Raymond Briggs, Alfie Joey's picture book reflects on a history and heritage that shaped communities... forever.
Finn Finds The Mooster
Jacqueline Winnell
Join Finn and Rosie as Nanna takes them on an adventurous journey through the Magic Teapot and into a world full of surprises.
Compass and Carrot: A story of adventure, friendship and discovery
Nichola Kingsbury
Meet Reggie Rabbit as he packs his Compass and Carrot to go on a brilliant adventure across beautiful Dartmoor. He meets lots of lively characters on his journey, dogs, cats and horses. With the help of some new friends and magical stones, Reggie is able to solve difficult challenges. Be part of the adventure as he tries to find his way home safely.
Compass and Bone
Nichola Kingsbury
You can join the puppies, Teddy and Narla on their fantastic adventure across Dartmoor to the Devon coast to visit their friend Maisie. It’s another journey of friendship and discovery but watch out for ‘The Knockers’ and Vixana the witch. It’s a roller coaster of a ride with the ever revengeful Honey cat tracking the puppies down. Meet the wonderful characters, Colin the cheeky donkey, Jack the Jackdaw, Bea Bea, Maisie and some wicked smugglers too. It’s an exciting story with beautiful illustrations. Let the fun begin….
Available to buy A4 hardback signed limited-edition copy.
Nora's Knitted Knickers
Karen Wagner
Underwear doesn't just vanish into thin air ... or does it?
Lollipop lady Nora, only gets to wear her new knickers once before they disappear. There follows a series of mishaps, misunderstandings, and misuses before Nora's knitted knickers reclaim their true identity. A story about friendship, naughty animals and magic.
Age 6-10
The Croc and the Cat: Two crazy animal stories
Judy Brulo. Illustrated by Fox Hat
Two crazy creature stories about a crocodile who thinks friends are a bad idea and a cat who thinks tidy fur is definitely not ‘fur’ him.
For 6 - 8-yr-olds.
Pigeons coo hoo hoo
Vanessa Nichols
Pigeons coo hoo hoo is a fun flying adventure of tweets and shrieks and the odd boo hoo or ahh! Different bird noises are used to develop early speech sounds and introduce emotions to young learners.
A Donkey Named Dave
Kaye Patten
Meet Madeleine. She lives with her dad and, during school holidays, she goes to work with him in his van.
She didn't know she needed a donkey until she saw Dave.
Who knew he would become part of their family and eventually the school hero!
A children's chapter book, ages 6-10. Paperback & eBook
Marcus and the Milk Snatcher
Kaye Patten
Will Marcus discover who is taking all the milk?
Who is the mystery milk snatcher?
Can you find a clue?
A children's picture book, ages 3-8. Paperback & eBook
Say Cheese!
Kaye Patten
 Join Jasper and his grandpa as they spend the day at the zoo trying to take photos of the animals they see to send to mummy and daddy.
But where have the animals gone?
Are they hiding?
Watch out, they might sneak up on you!
Magical Me
Fiona Gubbins
There’s a mirror in Sophie’s classroom her teacher calls magic. Sophie doesn’t believe in magic. She’s not good at anything. Jude who sits beside her tells her so all the time. But when the children in her class say the Magical Me rhyme and stand in front of the gold mirror, Sophie sees for herself how they start to believe.
With the help of her best friend, will Sophie realise that she has magic inside her too? And that maybe magic mirrors don’t just belong in Fairy Tales.
Bertie and the Snow Dragon
Maureen Gill-Beedie
Meet a magical dog called Bertie and read about his adventure with the Snow Dragon!
Bertie sees creatures, unseen by you,
Magical animals, hidden from view,
He does things, no other dog can,
Bertie’s from the MacButton Clan.
Walter's Warrior Worms
Elaine Good
Walter’s life is about to be turned upside down during the long school summer holidays.
Living in idyllic Cornwall, with a busy and often-absent mum and a nan who reads tea leaves and keeps tabs on his long-lost grandpa via a crystal ball, Walter bonds with crazy Uncle Cosmo.
In an effort to save Planet Earth, they set up a wormery in the back garden, blissfully unaware of the trouble it will cause.
This is a story of inequality, uprising, forgiveness and unity…..and that is just the worms!
For children 8-11 years-old
Makeda
Vanessa Holmes
When a young princess is forced on a journey to protect her dying uncle, danger follows her. But can friendship, and her unique skillset, give her the strength to stay alive?
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the rich and vibrant landscapes of long-ago Africa with Makeda, a courageous 14-year-old princess. Driven by her love for her ailing uncle, Makeda sets out on a daring quest in search of a rare healing herb. But her journey takes a perilous turn when having collapsed in the burning desert, a passing caravan brings her to a mysterious castle where she is mistaken for a slave.
As Makeda navigates treacherous alliances and unexpected friendships, she uncovers a dangerous conspiracy aimed at overthrowing the kingdom. Armed with bravery, resilience, and the wisdom passed down through generations, Makeda must outwit the conspirators and prevent the impending chaos.
 Join Makeda on an epic adventure that explores courage, resilience, and the unwavering spirit of a young African princess destined to change the fate of her kingdom.
Sonny and the Shaman
N J Parker
Sonny Sanderson is your normal year niner, he’s bored of school, bored of playing by the rules and quite honestly, he’s bored of being bored. But Sonny’s world is about to be turned upside down and inside out!
Out walking in the woods one day, Sonny has a chance encounter with a mystical and magical stranger who, it turns out, is not from this world.
With the most unlikely of friendships formed, can Sonny help his new friend before time runs out? A magical adventure awaits full of twists, turns, mishaps and mayhem…
What's My Story
Paulette Cato-Tyson
Every child has the right to know their beginning, especially if they don’t live with their birth family. Children should be given the chance to know where they originate from, their identity and the Life Story.
“To be whole is to know who you are. To know who you are is to be whole.”
