FICTION 5-7
Sarah McIntyre 7th March, pb, £6.99, 9781788452700 After being summoned by an eccentric inventor mouse, Pedro and his friends blast into outer space where they become the first mice on the moon. Or so they think.
EK Books
Nova’s Missing Masterpiece Kristin Kelly 9th April, pb, £10.99, 9781922539373 In a world where eczema affects one in five kids, Mitchell’s story resonates. Despite the itchiness, teasing and stress, he stays strong.
Two Rabbits Craig Cormick 9th July, hb, £9.99, 9781922539656 Engaging story normalises the experiences of autistic kids in an entertaining and accessible way, making them the heroes and offering a fresh perspec- tive on neurodiversity.
Faber & Faber
Frank the Unicorn Alpaca Gavin Puckett, India Joseph (illus) 1st February, pb, eb, £7.99, 9780571369621 Sweet, animal-filled rhym- ing story with a positive message about self-confi- dence. With lovely black and white illustrations throughout, this early reader is designed to support reading.
Farshore
Pokémon Legendary Nightmare 1st February, pb, £8.99, 9780008615437 This 128-page, full-colour graphic novel includes two stories jam-packed with adventure and Pokémon battles.
Pokemon Chapter Book 3: Ash’s Challenge 29th February, pb, £6.99, 9780008615536 Witness the end of Ash’s journey, as the legendary Pokémon trainer and Pikachu take on Leon and Charizard in an epic battle..
Pokemon New Region Chapter Book (Paldea) 4th July, pb, £5.99, 9780008616755 Aspiring Trainers will enjoy this new chapter book set in the Paldea region.
Dragon Towers Pip Bird
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1st February, pb, eb, £6.99, 9780008641863 The school where everyone has their own dragon best friend is the heart of this hilarious new illustrated adventure series from creators of the Naughtiest Unicorn.
The King of the World! Ben Clanton 11th April, pb, £6.99, 9780008646578 A mutant potato learns that with great power comes great re-spud- sibility. Silly second outing in graphic book series from creator of Narwhal and Jelly.
Graffeg
Dee and Flee At the Theme Park Julia Hubery, Laura Wood (illus) 23rd February, pb, eb, £9.99, 9781802586596 Humorous story follows Dee and Flee during their first day as Happy Helpers at Miles of Smiles Adventure Park.
Greystone Books
This Table Alex Killian, Brooke Smart (illus) 30th May, hb, £12.99, 9781771645829 Poignant picture book traces a table and its transformation: from a seed to a tree to a treasured object in a home.
Finding the Fox Andreas Tjernshaugen, Lucy Moffatt (tr) 11th April, hb, £16.99, 9781778400728 Intimate portrait of a mysterious and misunderstood animal. Few predators live as close to humans as the fox, an animal that seems to appear everywhere in our cultural history.
Bird is Dead Tiny Fisscher, Herma Starreveld (illus) 28th March, hb, £12.99, 9781778401176 Honest and simple exploration of death and grief for kids 4-8.
Greystone Kids
Nature is an Artist Jennifer Lavallee, Natalia Colombo (illus) 16th May, pb, £7.99, 9781771646505 For children who love to draw and create, this captivating picture book fosters an appreciation of nature and features craft ideas to inspire young artists.
The Bookseller Buyer’s Guide Children’s
No 5 Bubblegum Street Mikolaj Pa,
Gosia Herba (illus) 16th May, hb, £12.99, 9781778400629 For fans of Richard Scarry comes a zany peek into a busy apartment building.
Happy Fox Books SERIES
Ninja Kitties Kayomi Harai 18th June, pb, £6.99, 978164124 When these noble kitties are not performing their royal duties at Kitty Castle, they transform into secret ninjas and use their special Goodness powers to spread love, kindness and peace. Tea Party Troubles vol 5 1663
Ninja Kitties Save Farmer Fluff’s Sheep vol 6 1700 Adventure to Puffytail Beach vol 7 2967
HarperCollins
Curious George Colors Eggs HA Rey 28th March, pb, £4.99, 9780063325326 Curious monkey George explores the wonderful world of colours by dying Easter eggs with friends. Can he do it without getting messy?
Ollie the Stomper Olivier Dunrea 4th July, pb, £3.99, 9780063343726 Ollie longs to stomp about in his very own pair of boots just like Gossie and Gertie. An I Can Read novel about the joys and frustrations of sharing.
HarperCollins Children’s Books
SERIES
Frog and Toad Arnold Lobel 1st February, pb, £8.99, 97800086518 Once upon a time, there were two good friends—a frog and a toad. In these timeless and funny themed stories, they are always there for each other.
Springtime With Frog and Toad 24
Summer With Frog and Toad 62
Barney the Horse and Other Tales From the Farm Michael Morpurgo, Guy Parker-Rees (illus)
1st February, pb, £6.99, 9780008662295 Join in the rescue of a lost lamb, meet a boy who saves a family of swallows, and discover how Barney the horse changes the life of a young girl.
Hodder Children’s Books
Rabbit and Bear: This Lake is Fake! Julian Gough, Jim Field (illus) 14th March, hb, eb, £10.99, 9781444947571 Sixth instalment in funny series demonstrates how friends can accept that the world is not always perfect.
Bumble and Snug and the Jealous Giants Mark Bradley 4th July, pb, eb, £7.99, 9781444972344 Bumble & Snug are little monsters with big feelings. Full-colour, young graphic novel series story about some very jealous giants.
Goodnight Stories Enid Blyton 15th February, pb, eb, £7.99, 9781444974652 From a wizard on the moon to midnight fairy parties, there’s a dreamy tale for everyone in this collection by the world’s best-loved storyteller.
Summer Party Stories Enid Blyton 6th June, pb, eb, £7.99, 9781444974683 Fun-filled compendium ranges from exciting birthdays to yummy picnics.
What If My Snot Glowed in the Dark? John Bottomley, Lee Cosgrove (illus) 6th June, pb, eb, £7.99, 9781444974942 Disgustingly hilarious look at why our bodies produce the horrible sights, sounds and smells they do with “what if?” twists and illustrations throughout. Perfect for kids 5 and up.
The Story of AI Neal Layton 4th July, pb, eb, £7.99, 9781444975581 The inquisitive kid’s guide to artificial intelligence will appeal to readers who are always asking how something works and to parents wanting to explain the subject everyone is talking about.
SERIES
Choose Your Own World
20th June, pb, eb, £7.99, 97814449756 Taking inspiration from real life, these books encourage young readers to imagine what they would do in other people’s shoes. Royal For a Day Ben Swift, María Serrano (illus) vol 1 59 Astronaut For a Day Emma Adams, María Serrano (illus) vol 2 80
SERIES
What’s Inside? Rachel Ignotofsky 9th May, hb, eb, £14.99, 97814449766 Richly detailed, non-fiction picture books are comprehensive guides to key topics. What’s Inside a Caterpillar Cocoon? vol 1 63 What’s Inside a Flower? vol 2 94
The Wild Outside Rachel Ip, Katie Hickey (illus) 23rd May, hb, eb, £14.99, 9781526365217 Illustrated book stimulates children to stop, notice, name and celebrate the nature that can be found just outside their front door and beyond.
Knights Of Media
Mind and Me: Going to Bat Sunita Chawdhary 1st February, pb, £5.99, 9781913311698 Funny, and with heaps of heart, this is a delightful story for younger readers to explore mental health and emotions. Accompa- nied by dynamic illustrations.
Little Island Books
Dinosaur Pie Jen Wallace 4th April, pb, £7.99, 9781915071491 Heartwarming humour as we follow Rory, a boy with ADHD, who has accidentally been turned into a dinosaur.
Chasing the Shy Town Erika McGann 6th June, pb, £7.99, 9781915071514 Fun yarn about the impos- sibility of perfection. When Senan spies the Shy Town (a place that disap- pears and reappears) through his binoculars he sets out to find it.
Little Pink Dog Ella and Star
Michelle Wanasundera 9th April, pb, £12.99, 9780645418415 Bonny has the best friend in the whole world who understands her sensory issues and is so much fun. But when Ella moves away what will Bonny do?
Monet Chases the Light Jenny Gahan 14th May, pb, £12.99, 9780645418422 Simple study of the master Impressionist painter.
Roger the Wrasse and the Itchie Fishies Sue Pillans 15th July, pb, £10.99, 9780648652854 Draws attention to the special roles and relationships animals have under the sea.
Odd Sock Sid Heidi Cooper Smith 11th June, hb, £12.99, 9780648964124 Colourful mystery with counting and matching fun and an underlying message about the importance of embracing change.
My Giant Sea Shell Amanda Lieber 9th April, pb, £12.99, 9780648964193 Through the eyes of a child, we are taken on a journey as she watches her mother disappear through depression and tries to understand the transformation.
Little Tiger Puppy Club:
Minnie Home Alone Catherine Jacob, Rachael Saunders (illus) 14th March, pb, eb, £6.99, 9781788954723 Harper’s puppy, Minnie, hates being home alone and it is stressing every- one out. Can the Puppy Clubbers help with Minnie’s separation anxiety?
Huxley and Flapjack: Trouble At Sea Alan Macdonald, Francesca Gambatesa (illus) 4th July, pb, £6.99, 9781788956208 When invited to search for a shipwreck Huxley is excited to go deep-sea diving but Flapjack can’t help worrying.
Bertha and Blink: Rumble in the Jungle Nicola Colton 6th June, pb, £6.99, 9781788956437 When a rumble in the jungle disturbs inventor
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