Children's Books

What animals will you encounter in the forest? How do you avoid a bear attack? Where do you find water in the desert? How do you build shelter on an island? This handy guide is packed with tips and tricks...

Discover the vibrant world of colours with Hairy Maclary and Friends: Colours in Maori and English by Lynley Dodd. This delightful bilingual board book invites young readers to explore the colourful adventures of the mischievous Hairy Maclary and his rambunctious...

Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of Watership Down Puffin Clothbound Classics are stunning collectable hardback editions of some of the best-loved classics in the world - including this irresistible edition of Watership Down. Be cunning, and full of...

A best-selling, rip-roaring, page-turning tale of dragons and their brave child guardians, with mind-blowing, interactive augmented reality content accessible via free app AR Reads. Evil boss The Pitbull has wasted nine months waiting for the dragon's egg he stole from...

A brand new fairytale themed story from the world of the no.1 bestselling Ten Minutes to Bed series. Socks the little wolf cub loves to explore his woodland home... when it's still bright outside.But when Socks spies a mysterious figure...

A heart-tugging rhyming picture book for preschoolers, parents and grandparents, reminiscent of Guess How Much I Love You and Kissed by the Moon. You’ll always be my baby,Just heavier to hold… A gentle and poetic picture book that celebrates the deep forever love...

On 23rd October MMXXV there will be a new album of adventures for the most famous of Gauls: Asterix in Lusitania! One beautiful spring morning, a stranger appears in the Gaulish village. He's from Lusitania, the sun-drenched land to the...

Leslie Patricelli's beloved baby is back in this first potty board book.When you've got to go, you've got to go! But where? There comes a point in every toddler's life when the question must be raised – should I go...

Meet all your favourite characters from the deep dark wood in this brilliant lift-the-flap, pop-up board book based on the bestselling classic picture book, The Gruffalo. Take a stroll through the deep dark wood to find out who is scared...

This fun-filled little book has lots of stickers of noses, mouths, ears and eyes to complete the funny faces pictures. You decide what everyone looks like! Part of a range of mini paperbacks perfect for journeys, rainy days and party...

Write your legend, draw your destiny, and take flight! The legend starts with you! Do you love to draw or write? Do you have your very own dragon stories to tell? In this official Wings of Fire journal, you'll design...

Unleash your inner detective with a fabulous collection of codebreaker puzzles in this 144-page A5 book. Perfect for puzzle enthusiasts!

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! Play with Bluey, Bingo and the whole family and explore some of their favourite games. A gorgeous board book box set for kids of all ages. Bluey is an award-winning preschool show...

Discover the story of New Zealand through this multiple-award-winning, richly illustrated visual history by Gavin Bishop. Over a thousand years ago, the wind, sea currents and stars brought people to the islands that became known as Aotearoa, the land of...

Push, pull and slide the tabs to play in the Busy Tennis match! Serve the ball, have a rally then win the match point. Meet 12 famous tennis heroes too! Young children will love playing with this bright and colourful...

Just after his tenth birthday, the last thing Zak expects to hear is that his mum is having a baby and he has to give up his room for an ageing old grandmother who is coming to live with them!...

Multiple award-winning and bestselling author Jon Klassen's acclaimed and bestselling hat trilogy is now available for the first time as a hardback boxed set. The bear’s hat is gone, and he wants it back. A fish has stolen a hat;...

The 50th anniversary of a classic Richard Scarry picture book! Travel the world thanks to the one and only Richard Scarry! Little explorers can travel the world thanks to Richard Scarry! With 33 stories featuring fun-filled stops in New York,...

Jamie Smart's big-selling comic-book success story continues! The Maniacal Badger has arrived, and he's determined to take over the Woods! Wasn't that Monkey's plan? This cannot happen! What japes await in this brand-new adventure, when Bunny and Monkey team up...

The Big Steps series is designed to help little ones cope with everyday experiences in their lives. In No More Dummies, two adorable toddlers learn all about ditching the dummy and learning to find comfort through fun and play! Follow...

The cow says ‘moo’ the chicken says ‘cluck’ and the pig says … ‘Dazzlehands!’As hard as the farmer tries, pig won’t go ‘oink’. Instead, pig gets all the animals moving to:‘Train hands, rain hands,fly-it-like-a-plane hands.Bursting with the razzle,gotta liberate theseDAZZLEHANDS!’

Join Zookeeper Hu as he searches for a cheeky monkey in Hide and Seek Stories: At The Zoo. Slide the pages to find where the monkey is hiding and meet lots of other wild animals. Bestselling illustrator Jo Lodge brings...

SEE Percy Jackson in action for the first time - in this explosive graphic novel retelling of The Lightning Thief The first book in the bestselling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series - now as a graphic novel! Discover the...

A new miniature edition of the Usborne Children's Bible, sure to be treasured and enjoyed by children of all ages. Age 4+ This is a new miniature edition of the Children's Bible, which will be treasured and enjoyed by children...

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe has enchanted readers for generations and now will delight younger children as a picture book.Brought to life through Christian Birmingham’s stunning illustrations, this is a magical winter story for all the family. When...

A cased board edition of this hilarious rhyming read-aloud (doggy) treat - a woof-tastic celebration of all things canine, jam-packed with funny, furry friends. Small dog, tall dog, playing with a ball dog, big dog, dig dog burying a bone...

Keep little ones busy with Richard Scarry's Busytown Seek and Find! board book, featuring Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, Goldbug, and more! Richard Scarry's Busytown is a lovely place, with so much to see and do. Now children ages two to...

Beep-beep! Chug-chug! Zooooom! Delve into the mesmerising world of vehicles with Vehicles for Kiwi Babies, a bilingual board book by Matthew Williamson and Fraser Williamson that introduces our youngest readers to the fascinating machines that move across Aotearoa. This enchanting...

The much-loved Roald Dahl story, updated for a whole new generation of readers with an exciting new interior design and cover look. \"The rule would be this: whatever George saw, if it was runny or powdery or gooey, in it...

This charming book introduces young children to words that rhyme, with classic Dr. Seuss fun! House, Mouse!Hop, Pop!Cup, Pup!Learning about words that rhyme has never been more fun – simply change the first letter and the whole word changes!With his...

NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIESSome boxes should never be opened.For the first time, the complete A Series of Unfortunate Events is available in one awful package!We can't keep you from succumbing to this international bestselling phenomenon, but we can hide...

You are fire, and You will blaze through the forestBluestar—leader of ThunderClan—has been prophesied to guide her Clan to power in a time of great turmoil. But closely guarded secrets from the past haunt her every paw step, and dark...

A stunning and moving novel from a master storyteller – featuring the bravest dog in the world . . . ‘A superb animal tale, in the same vein as War Horse’ GuardianNever has Aman needed a friend more than when...

6 years + Packed with brilliantly designed paper planes to make and fly, ranging from fighter planes to space rockets and creepy flying bugs. Features four different models to perfect, each with their own concise instructions on how to best...

A charming story about moving into your own bedroom, based around the world of Peter Rabbit and his friends. Peter can't sleep. He's too big for his bedroom with his sisters, Flopsy, Mopsy and Cotton-tail. But is he big enough...

Discover talented singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran's life story, from writing his first song aged just 11 to becoming a global superstar! Ed Sheeran's love of music began in childhood in Suffolk, where he sang in a church choir and taught himself...

Hours of fun for the kids - and the adults! The Looky Book is a puzzle book mostly for young children with 11 different puzzles, all featuring colourful New Zealand landscapes, birds, and animals. Find the numbers with the crazy...

Loved by millions of readers worldwide, let the greatest children’s book series of all time take you on an unforgettable journey. The hope and wonder of Harry Potter’s world will make you want to escape to Hogwarts again and again....

“Everything changes, tamariki mā,” says Grandma.“But the stars will always guide us.” Sam and Te Rerehua adore Te Mata Hāpuku, its wild winds, stony shores, and the treasures  he waves push onto the beach. But this Matariki feels different. Pōua...

The fourth enchanting book in the Magic Faraway Tree series by Enid Blyton, the world's best-loved storyteller.Joe, Beth and Frannie are joined by Robin and Joy, two children who have read all about the Faraway Tree in The Enchanted Wood....

Refugee: The Graphic Novel is a timeless story that follows three children – Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud – who live in different parts of the world and in different decades. All three kids must endure harrowing journeys as their homelands...

The Rainbow Fish, originally published in 1992, is an international bestseller and a modern classic.The rainbow fish with its iridescent scales is the most beautiful fish in the whole ocean. But since he is also vain and proud, he becomes...

A trip to Paris and Versailles, an escaped convict, an ancient underground cave network, family mysteries and . . . ghosts. Josephine Eloise Thomas is in Paris receiving a huge reward for solving one of the world’s greatest art heists....

The Wheels on the Bus go round and round. Everyone knows the song. But now the bus is going around beautiful New Zealand, and its passengers are characters you just might know: kiwi, penguin, tuatara, fantail and many more. Come...

A spectacular new pop-up masterpiece about dinosaurs from two best-selling creators! Featuring more than 35 stunning pop-ups and including fascinating, up-to-the-minute information about more than 50 different species, this is an awe-inspiring tribute to the world's most celebrated extinct animals...

A child describes the fun he and his grandmother have at the beach flying a kite, snorkeling, and building sand castles

Told entirely in speech bubbles with a repetitive use of familiar phrases, this highly original book from the award-winning author of Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! is perfect for children just learning to read.Gerald is careful. Piggie is...

From hilarious MEGA-bestselling author, Katie Kirby, comes a brand-new Lottie Brooks book with a twist! From hilarious MEGA-bestselling author, Katie Kirby, comes a brand-new Lottie Brooks book with a twist! Hi, Lottie Brooks here! I've just found out that you've...

Join Spot to say all of his \"Goodnights\" before he settles down to sleep in this cosy lift-the-flap bedtime tale. It's time for bed - but Spot has lots of \"Goodnights\" to say before he can settle down to sleep......

A collection of brilliant short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller - perfect for children aged five!Read about the time the pixies moved into the playroom and when a cloak that could make you invisible vanished in this exciting collection...

Zog is the keenest dragon in school. He's also the most accident-prone, flying into trees and even setting his own wing on fire. Luckily, a mysterious little girl always comes by and patches up his bumps and bruises. But will...

Part of the bestselling, touchy-feely That's not my... series, which has sold millions of copies worldwide. Meet five friendly ducks in this exciting addition to the much-loved That's not my. series. Babies love the best-selling That's not my. books with...

Discover a delightful journey through the world of colours with Ngā Tae – Colours, a charmingly illustrated book by Kitty Brown and Kirsten Parkinson. This enchanting addition to the Reo Pēpi Rua Series 2 introduces young readers to the vibrancy...

World-renowned conservationist Bindi Irwin has a message for animal-loving kids: you can help protect the planet and all who call it home! Featuring exclusive Irwin family photos and animal fun facts. Calling all Wildlife Warriors! Step inside the Australia Zoo...

Poor Mouse! A bear has settled in his favourite chair and that chair just isn't big enough for two. Mouse tries all kinds of tactics to move the pesky Bear but nothing works and poor Mouse gives up. Once Mouse...

A CALDECOTT HONOR BOOK . OVER 8 MILLION COPIES SOLD! The cherished childhood classic starring a fearless little girl and her eleven lovable housemates. One of The Atlantic's 65 Essential Children's Books "Perhaps the best bedtime book ever written."-The New...

Bright new paperback edition of a classic favourite to celebrate its 20th Anniversary A sequel to Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, Bill Martin's playful story combining animals, colours and sounds, is beautifully illustrated by Eric Carle. A...

From Aunt Annie’s alligator to the colourful Zizzer-Zazzer-Zuzz, Dr. Seuss’s delightful book introduces early learners to the letters of the alphabet through an amazing array of crazy creatures. Big B, little B, what begins with B?Baby, barber, bubbles and a...

The Shy Little Kitten, with illustrations by the renowned Gustaf Tenggren, was originally published in 1946. This beloved best-selling Little Golden Book tells the tale of a shy little kitten who meets a mole, a frog, a puppy, and a...

Four stunning tales of friendship, adventure, and the magic of the natural world from multi-award-winning author Hannah Gold, illustrated by Levi Pinfold. Perfect for readers aged 8+. THE LAST BEAR Winner of the 2022 Blue Peter Book Award Winner of...

A picture-packed guide to the Titanic, from its incredible construction, catastrophic sinking, and lasting legacy. Travel back to the year 1912 and experience the tragic tale of the world's most famous and luxurious liner. This book tells the story of...

Travel back to a world at war, with the thrilling children's history series 'Everything was ready. The air was thick with excitement. This was D-Day . . . Prepare to enter the most dramatic conflict the world has ever seen,...

Loved by millions of readers worldwide, let the second story in the greatest children’s book series of all time take you on an unforgettable journey. The hope and wonder of Harry Potter’s world will make you want to escape to...

Little Bear can't sleep. There is dark all around him in the Bear Cave. Not even Big Bear's biggest lantern can light up the darkness of the night outside. But then Big Bear fi nds the prefect way to reassure...

Head to the big city with Little Critter and his mom in this adventurous picture book that makes for the perfect Mother's Day present! Mercer Mayer's Little Critter is spending a special day with his mom in this classic, funny,...

The classic, haunting tale of two brave children lost in an eerie and dangerous forest, reimagined by literary legends: Stephen King and Maurice Sendak. Let Stephen King, global bestselling and award-winning author, and Maurice Sendak, beloved creator of the Caldecott-Medal...

Phizzwhizzing new cover look and branding for the World's NUMBER ONE Storyteller! The Enormous Crocodile is planning what to have for his lunch. This foul fiend—the greediest croc in the whole river—wants to eat something juicy and delicious. His teeth...

The BRAND-NEW Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney. In Big Shot, book 16 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley and sports just...

When Joe, Beth, and Frannie move to the countryside, they discover that their new house lies next to the Enchanted Wood! And in that wood stands the Magic Faraway Tree. This is no ordinary tree – it is home to...

Discover the enchanting world of Little Sticker Dolly Dressing!It's Halloween and the dolls are having a fancy dress party! Dress the dolls in a range of spooktacular costumes, including witches, pumpkins, skeletons, ghosts and lots more. With over 200 reusable...

Christmas in Summer, it's always a stunner, the children, they laugh and they play. Sing along with this Down Under delight! This catchy new song from Suzy Cato and the Itty Bitty Beats will be a hit with young and...

Just how wacky can a Wednesday get?! With shoes on the wall, tortoises in trees, pigs without legs and teachers on roller skates, children will have lots of fun counting all the wacky things they can find on each spread...

The remarkable and remarkably revolting follow-up children's book to the record-breaking bestseller Kay's Anatomy from the UK's funniest science teacher, Adam Kay. Illustrated throughout by comedian Henry Paker. The olden days were pretty fun if you liked wearing chainmail or...

The enchanting second novel from the author of The Last Bear: the bestselling debut hardback of 2021 and The Times Children’s Book of the Week, winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and the Blue Peter Book Award ‘An irresistible...

A perfect gift for Mother's Day...or any day! This silly and sweet picture book about the mayhem that results from trying to help mom is a perfect gift any time of year! Mercer Mayer's Little Critter is trying his best...

Build 22 of the strongest and bravest superheroes in the galaxy. Build 22 of the strongest and bravest superheroes in the galaxy with this exciting activity book. There are ten pages of stickers of masks, wings, armour and capes to...

In an exuberant display of color, Lucy Cousins invites little ones to imagine themselves as brilliant birds.Birds of all feathers flock together in a fun, rhyme-filled offering by the creator of Maisy. From the rooster’s “cock-a-doodle-doo” at dawn to the...

"How I long to sail!" said the tiny snail. One little snail longs to see the world and hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, past icebergs and volcanoes, sharks...

A bedtime classic in the making Dreams are things that come to you when you close your eyes Some are magical, some are fun and some are a surprise. They find you when you're sleeping, dreams of every kind. A...

The definitive and stunningly illustrated question and answer book from Britannica, with answers to more than 100 questions that kids really want to know.Why do elephants have trunks? Why are clouds different shapes? Why does popcorn pop? Why does my...