Children's Books - Page 1
TCAL
5 years +
Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass are children's classics. This beautiful box set of the two books features wonderfully imaginative illustrations from Helen Oxenbury that just add to the magic. From falling down the rabbit-hole to attending the Mad Hatter's tea party and meeting Humpty Dumpty, the wonderful stories have been broken down into 22 separate volumes. Utterly charming and sure to appeal, this is a beautifully produced and exquisitely designed collection of books that are sure to be treasured by any child.
Toddler Christmas (Hardback)
Katie Saunders
TODR
Toddlers
A great book for anyone with an excited toddler to distract in the build-up to the big day, Toddler Christmas provides a wide range of festive activities, plus games, puzzles and stories. From decorating a letter for Santa to making special food for the reindeer and snuggling up with a special Christmas bedtime story, there are ideas for every moment. This large padded book also contains a special Christmas quiz and parental notes to help everyone make the most of this time of year. Guaranteed to add some magic to a toddler's Christmas, the book also features beautiful illustrations from Katie Sanders.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: the Third Wheel (Hardback)
Jeff Kinney
KID2
7 years +
Seven books, three films and one quirky kid... zoo-wee-mama, the world has gone Wimpy Kid crazy! In the latest eagerly awaited instalment of Jeff Kinney's bestselling series, Greg and Rowley are scrambling around looking for dates to the school's Valentine's Day dance, but will either of them be lucky in love? Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel is a laugh-out-loud read for children aged seven and over.
The LEGO Ideas Book (Hardback)
Daniel Lipkowitz
LEGD
7 years +
The LEGO Ideas Book will inspire any LEGO fan to create and build a wide range of amazing models! Packed with tips from expert LEGO builders, the hardback book is divided into six themed chapters: transport, buildings, space, kingdoms, adventure and useful makes. With over 500 models and ideas for inspiration, this is the perfect book for LEGO fans of any age who want to make their models cool, fun and imaginative. Amongst the incredible models featured in the book are jet planes, fantastic fortresses and space shuttles!
Private Peaceful (Hardback)
Michael Morpurgo
PRIV
9 years +
Now a major film, Private Peaceful is a deeply moving account of the huge losses incurred in the First World War. Written by War Horse author, Michael Morpurgo, this beautifully written tale presents an unforgettable insight into the horrors of war. Set on the front line during WWI, the story focuses on 24 hours in the life of Private Tommo who recounts anecdotes from his childhood and relives nightmare experiences of fighting in the trenches. Private Peaceful is an emotional roller-coaster of a read!
CHRA
5 years +
Crafts expert Jane Bull encourages children to bake, make and decorate this Christmas with My Best Ever Christmas Activity Book - a festive feast of gifts, treats and Yuletide projects! With fresh and original designs that will inspire children to get crafty throughout the Christmas holidays, among the projects on offer are sparkling decorations, glittery gifts and yummy festive food. With easy-to-follow instructions, children will love creating their very own merry mobiles, meringue mountains and stocking-shaped presents in time for the big day.
The Wolf Princess (Hardback)
Cathryn Constable
WOLP
9 years +
Cathryn Constable's beautifully described settings, warm and believable characters and agile storytelling combine to make The Wolf Princess a spellbinding treat for pre-teen readers. Sophie has been orphaned, then abandoned by her disinterested guardian to the care of a gloomy London boarding school. But when a mysterious Russian visitor turns up at the school, a chain of events is set in motion that promises to change everything for Sophie. Hugely atmospheric and with a magical, enchanting quality, The Wolf Princess is the perfect book to curl up and lose yourself in!
Discover the Awesome World (Hardback)
Amanda Askew
DTAW
8 years +
With mind-blowing photographs and hundreds of astonishing facts that showcase our incredible planet, Discover the Awesome World is a great read that shows just how special the Earth is. Produced in association with the Discovery Channel, the book covers a wide range of important reference subjects - from Earth's majestic features to nature's greatest events - to provide an awe-inspiring read that will appeal to the entire family.
A Medal For Leroy (Hardback)
Michael Morpurgo
LERO
9 years +
Michael Morpurgo, the best-loved author of War Horse, returns with a poignant and moving tale illustrated by Michael Foreman. Set in post-war London, A Medal for Leroy is the story of a young boy who lives with his mother. Michael has never known his father, an RAF pilot who was shot down during World War Two. Despite his questions, Michael's mother tells him very little about his father but with the help of his devoted aunts and a small Jack Russell terrier, the past is finally opened up and a hidden history revealed. Michael Morpurgo has created a beautiful and mesmerising tale of wartime bravery, justice, love and hope. A Medal for Leroy will leave an impression long after the last page is turned.
Battersea Animal Stories Collection - 20 Books (collection)
BSEA
5 years +
The 20 heart-warming stories in this collection are based on true-life tales from the Battersea Dogs & Cats Home and are just perfect for any little animal fans! With dewy-eyed puppies and cuddly kittens featuring throughout, these sweet and funny stories have been written for children in the early years of primary education and contain fact files, photos, the dos and don'ts of pet care and a range of fun pet-themed puzzles. A great gift for little ones who love cats and dogs, especially those fans of Magic Kitten and Magic Puppy!
Please note that although the back cover states that each book features a photograph and fact file of a real-life dog from Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, the books in this set do not include this feature. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Please note that although the back cover states that each book features a photograph and fact file of a real-life dog from Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, the books in this set do not include this feature. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Astrosaurs Collection - 10 Books (collection)
Steve Cole
AURS
7 years +
This fun collection features books 11 to 20 in Steve Cole's bestselling Astrosaurs series. Captain Teggs leads a group of dinosaurs who fight evil across the galaxy in their incredible spaceship DSS Sauropod. Each book also includes free collectors' cards of Teggs and his faithful crew - Gypsy, Arx and Iggy. Providing great reading practice, these funny stories will not only appeal to boys aged 7 and over who are starting to grow in reading confidence, they're just as likely to tempt reluctant readers too!
Top Gear Guide To Christmas (Hardback)
Richard Porter
TGGC
9 years +
Let the presenters take you through 'A compendium of Christmas carnage' in A Top Gear Christmas. Jeremy Clarkson offers his unique approach to wrapping presents, Richard Hammond tackles the absurdity of Christmas jumpers and James May reveals all about his unsuccessful stint as Santa Claus. The secrets of The Stig's Christmas dinner are also unmasked, as well as which cars will make the best impression at your Christmas party. This is the perfect stocking filler for fans of cars and the hit BBC show.
The Ultimate LEGO Ideas Collection - 3 Books (collection)
ULIC
From LEGO's rich history to a celebration of the minfigure and 500 enlightening ideas for model masterpieces to make, the three books in the Ultimate LEGO Collection have it all. Sure to provide plenty of brickmaster inspiration to fans of all ages, the books will provide you with all the information you could ever want to know about the classic brand. The LEGO Book has been expanded and fully revised and gives an in-depth look at the history of the children's toy alongside some fascinating facts, while the LEGO Ideas Book is full of over 500 ideas for your next cool building project. Standing Small celebrates 30 years of minifigures and features everything from the traditional minifigure through to the phenomenally successful LEGO Harry Potter and Star Wars ranges.
Hello Kitty Set - 4 Books (collection)
HELL
Toddlers
Never be without the super cute Hello Kitty! Presented in a sweet canvas bag, preschoolers will love being able to hold and carry these sturdy board books with them wherever they go. The adorable pictures of Hello Kitty and her friends will introduce very young children to key learning concepts including letters, counting, colours and shapes.
TUBB
Toddlers
This charming little bag of books is sure to delight any little one that is a fan of the tremendously poplar Teletubbies. The bag contains four miniature hardbacks all starring one of the characters and their friends. Ideal first storybooks, children will love following Tinky Winky as he looks for a place to sleep, Dipsy as he dances the day away, Laa-Laa as she plays with her favourite ball and Po as she rides around on her scooter. A great gift for very small children this Christmas!
Santa's Christmas Handbook (Hardback)
Christopher Edge
SANC
5 years +
We can all easily picture ol' Saint Nicholas as being loveable and clumsy, but Christopher Edge's brilliant festive hardback - Santa's Christmas Handbook - shows that he needs more than a bit of help to master all the new gadgets and gizmos that enable him to deliver all our presents! Written by his faithful elves, this handy festive guide for children contains all the pointers that the rather accident-prone Father Christmas needs, such as reindeer tips, present prompts and useful tools such as the Santa Nav! With beautiful full colour illustrations from Maggie Kneen, this is a gorgeous wintry fun-fest to share with little ones!
The Story Collection - 20 Books (collection)
Various
STOY
5 years +
This beautiful box contains 20 fully illustrated storybooks to treasure and keep, written by renowned and much-loved children's authors including Julia Donaldson, Jacqueline Wilson, Michael Morpurgo and Jenny Nimmo. Designed for primary school-aged children who are beginning to read independently, The Story Collection will not only help them on their reading journey but also allow them to discover the joys to be found inside the cover of a book. This is an inspirational selection of children's books, sure to make the perfect gift.
CHCK
7 years +
Usborne's Children's Chocolate Cookbook is a very tempting book packed with simple, delicious chocolate recipes that are easy to make and delicious to taste. Among the recipes on offer are those for chocolate cinnamon fondue, truffles and cupcakes. The book features straightforward text and step-by-step instructions and is a great introduction to the joys of baking and cooking for children aged 7 and over.
CLUA
5 years +
This collection of Club Penguin sticker and activity books brings the massively popular multi-player online game to the page. Fans will love letting their imagination run wild with the bright and colourful sticker scenes, puzzles and quizzes hosted by the likes of Captain Rockhopper and Sensei. Children will be able to help the penguins become ninjas and learn lots about puffles too!
LTML
3 years +
The Little Miss Library includes 36 of Mr Men author Roger Hargreaves timeless tales in a beautiful and enormously handy gift box. Young children will love discovering these fun-filled tales and getting to know each and every imaginative character, while adults will have a wonderful time sharing all the familiar tales with their little ones. Easy to tidy away and keep organised, this boxed collection will make a beautiful gift for any occasion and is sure to be a hit with children aged 3 and above!
