PICTURE BOOKS
about protest and the joy of reading.
Upside Down
The Biggest Thing of All Kathryn Thurman, Romina Galotta (illus) 4th March, pb, £6.99, 9781789561173 When Lily’s grandmother passes away suddenly, she struggles to understand her grief. This story promotes a gentle way to discuss the loss of a loved one with children.
I’m a Feel-o-saur Lezlie Evans, Kate Chappell (illus) 4th February, pb, £6.99, 9781789562101 Are you a Happy-saurus today? Or maybe you are a Grumpy-saurus, Silly- saurus, Angry-saurus or Shy-o-saurus. Whatever they’re feeling, young readers can explore their range of emotions through funny, bouncy rhymes.
The Mighty Lions & the Big Match Tom Chapman, Chris Dickason (illus) 1st July, pb, £6.99, 9781789562446 Can Abel and his team- mates win the match? Début picture book from a boys’ mental health advo- cate teaches young read- ers how they can tackle pressure on the football pitch.
Usborne
Wacky Bee Books
I’m (Almost) Always Kind Anna Milbourne, Asa Gilland 27th May, hb, £12.99, 9781474983303 Gently humorous story of how one little boy learns to be kind, with laser-cut holes, charming illustrations and sensitive text.
Illustrated Alphabet Felicity Brooks, Richard Johnson 1st April, hb, £9.99, 9781474976671 Romp through the alpha- bet with the animals at the zoo. Each beautifully illustrated page features a different letter and animal.
SERIES
Phonics Readers 97814749 Alpaca’s Maracas Lesley Sims, David Semple 4th February, pb, vol 1 £5.99, 82283 Sam Sheep Can’t Sleep Stephen Cartwright, Russell Punter (illus) 4th February, pb, vol 2 £5.99, 70136 Chameleon Comedian Russell Punter, David Semple 1st April, pb, vol 3 £5.99, 83150 Fat Cat on a Mat and Other Tales + CD Russell Punter, Lesley Sims, Stephen Cartwright 27th May, hb, vol 4 £14.99, 95535
All About Diversity Felicity Brooks, Mar Ferrero 29th April, hb, £9.99, 9781474986649 Engagingly illustrated celebration of diversity helps young children understand, value and respect differences of every kind.
I’m Not (Very) Afraid of Being Alone Anna Milbourne, Sandra de la Prada 8th July, hb, £12.99, 9781474986090 Exploration of a little girl’s fear of being alone with a reassuring conclusion. With laser-cut holes, characterful illustrations and gentle text.
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Specially designed for beginner readers to listen to and read aloud, these brilliantly funny rhyming stories feature phonic repetition, vibrant illustrations and parents’ notes.
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First Experiences Anne Civardi, Stephen Cartwright pb, £4.99, 97814749954 The New Baby 4th March, vol 1 50 Going to the Dentist 29th April, vol 2 36 Going to School 27th May, vol 3 67 Gentle introductions to life events explain what to expect in a reassuring way. With classic illustrations by Cartwright.
The Bookseller Buyer’s Guide Children’s
The Hidden Talent of Phoenix Fox Kristina Radkevich 22nd April, hb, £11.99, 9781913292119 Phoenix is enjoying life in the forest until his friends decide to organise a talent contest. Phoenix searches in vain for his special talent—with disastrous results.
I Don’t Eat the Colour Green! Lynne Rickards, Margaret Chamberlain (illus) 17th June, pb, £7.99, 9781913292140 Marlene McKean loves all the colours of the rainbow, except for one. A must-have for children who don’t eat their greens.
Walker Books
Penny and the Little Lost Puppy Emily Sutton 1st April, hb, £12.99, 9781406382761 Author-illustrator début from one of the best artists working today.
Maybe . . . Chris Haughton 4th March, hb, £12.99, 9781406385526 Funny, suspenseful and keenly observed cautionary tale about pushing boundaries and indulging your more mischievous, cheeky side (when nobody is looking).
The Lipstick Laura Dockrill, Maria Karipidou (illus) 4th February, hb, £12.99, 9781406389555 Story about a little boy who delights in wearing his mummy’s lipstick celebrates artistic self- expression and being true to yourself.
Madame Badobedah Sophie Dahl, Lauren O’Hara (illus) 6th May, pb, £8.99, 9781406393002 Timeless story celebrating friendship and imagination from an exciting new voice in children’s literature.
Rain Before Rainbows Smriti Halls, David Litchfield (illus) 6th May, pb, £7.99, 9781406394023 Uplifting and beautiful book about optimism in the darkest of places.
Catch That Chicken! Atinuke, Angela Brooksbank (illus)
1st July, pb, £7.99, 9781406394504 Fast, brave Lami has to learn to do quick thinking, not quick running, if she wants to be the best chicken catcher in the village.
The Rock From the Sky Jon Klassen 13th April, hb, £12.99, 9781406395570 From the Caldecott Medal-winning creator of the Hat trilogy comes a new deadpan gem.
Frog Vs Toad Ben Mantle, Ben Mantle (illus) 3rd June, pb, £7.99, 9781406398205 Hilarious, light-hearted fable about seeing past our differences.
Julian At the Wedding Jessica Love 3rd June, pb, £7.99, 9781406398465 The star of Julian is a Mermaid makes a joyful return—and finds a new friend—at a wedding to be remembered.
Dance With Oti Oti Mabuse, Samara Hardy (illus) 3rd June, hb, £12.99, 9781406399967 It’s time for Oti’s dance class. Join Oti in her dance studio and learn the bird jive in 10 easy steps.
Wayland SERIES
Children in Our World pb, £8.99, 978152631 Protecting the Planet Louise Spilsbury, Hanane Kai 11th March, vol 2 0743 Culture and Diversity Marie Murray, Hanane Kai 11th March, vol 1 0965 Rules and Responsibilities Louise Spilsbury, Hanane Kai 13th May, vol 4 0972 Rights and Equality Marie Murray, Hanane Kai 13th May, vol 3 1009 Beautifully illustrated picture books sensitively explain news-dominating issues in an appropriate manner for children.
What is Home? Liz Lennon, Hanane Kai 11th March, hb, £12.99, 9781526310767 Non-fiction picture book with an important message about looking after the places where we live.
Welbeck Children’s Books
Planes! (and Other Things That Fly!)
What Did the Tree See? Charlotte Guillain, Sam Usher (illus) 18th February, hb, £12.99, 9781913519018 Told in gentle rhyming verse, this beautiful non-fiction picture book follows the story of an oak tree on a hilltop as it witnesses life changing over hundreds of years.
words & pictures My Dad
Susan Quinn, Marina Ruiz 6th April, pb, £6.99, 9780711255326 Beautiful and lyrical celebration of the everyday little things that one child’s dad does for him which makes him the best dad in the world.
Busy Spring Sean Taylor, Alex Morss, Cinyee Chiu 16th March, hb, £12.99, 9780711255371 Lovely picture book features an imaginative narrative with scientific information weaved in
Bryony Davies, Maria Brzozowska 15th April, hb, £12.99, 9781783126125 Fun, visual miscellany for children who love anything aircraft related. Each double-page spread features a different group of aircraft including helicopters, planes and spacecraft.
The Calm Book Alex Allan, Anne Wilson, Sarah Davis 15th April, pb, £7.99, 9781783126286 Friendly and engaging picture book helps young children understand their feelings.
Welbeck Editions
What a Sub Sees Laura Knowles, Vivian Mineker 27th May, hb, £12.99, 9781783126149 Concertina book follows the journey of a little submersible. Folding out to nearly 2.5 metres, it reveals all the different things the sub sees on its way.
throughout and explored more fully in the final pages.
A Cat With No Name Kochka, Marie Leghima 16th March, pb, £6.99, 9780711258631 Gorgeous picture book and sensitive story about a lost cat and the girl who finds her. Part of the What a Feeling series.
Together Again Kochka, Marie Leghima 16th March, pb, £6.99, 9780711258679 About the reunion between an excited little boy and his older, half- sister. Part of the What a Feeling series.
The Moose Fairy Steve Smallman 20th July, pb, £5.99, 9780711258815 Moose want to join the Secret Fairy Club but the members say he doesn’t fit in. Will they change their mind after Moose saves the club from a nasty fox?
Delightfully Different Dilly Elizabeth Dale, Liam Darcy 20th July, pb, £5.99, 9780711259607 Heartwarming story of Dilly, a penguin who is different. The adults aren’t sure of her way of doing things but Dilly’s friends convince them that positive change is good.
The Secret Life of Bees Moira Butterfield, Vivian Mineker 20th April, hb, £12.99, 9780711260498 Listen to tiny tales from Buzzwing, the hard-work- ing honeybee. Combining non-fiction with a splash of fantasy, this is a book to get lost in time and again.
Y Lolfa
Those People Next Door Manon Steffan Ros, Jac Jones (illus) 1st April, pb, £3.99, 9781800990098 Celebration of difference carries a message of kindness. Timely tale for KS1 by multiple award-winners.
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