The Penguin who Wanted to Fly by Catherine Vāse
A story about determination and hope, with an unexpected and delightful outcome. Flip-Flop sat on his favourite thinking rock and looked up into the sky. ‘I wish I could fly’, he said to himself. All Flip-Flop the penguin wants is to fly. But not even his snow aeroplane can give him wings. What is a small penguin to do? Soft, luminous illustrations and cute animal characters make this a perfect story to cosy up to.
Princess Bum-Bubble by Catherine Vāse
Princess Gwendolina is the most beautiful, the most charming, the most princessy princess anyone has ever seen. But she is also the pongiest, the noisiest, the most embarrassing… Yes, Princess Gwendolina PARPS! This is fairy-tale about love and acceptance of yourself and others despite having flaws. It has an unexpected contemporary twist that children, adults and budding young feminists will relate to. A delightful and funny gift that will reassure any reader that it’s ok not to be perfect!
The Big Hair Affair by Catherine Vāse
A book about jealousy, forgiveness and making amends. Lawrence is the best hairdresser in the jungle. Everyone loves him… except Marvin. So when Lawrence is invited to do the hair of a Very Famous Giraffe, Marvin SPOTS the perfect opportunity to make some MISCHIEF… Will fur fly? Find out in this super stylish, fun-filled jungle comedy!
“Hil-hair-ious!” Flamingo Times
“A cut above the rest” The Daily Banana
I Love You, Mummy…. I love you, Daddy! by Catherine Vāse
If Mummy was something Little Elephant could put on every day, she would be a big woolly jumper – soft, snug and warm. If Daddy was something Little Bear could put on his feet, he would be a pair of wellies for splashing in the rain. But what would Mummy be if she were a place, a fruit or a bird? And what would Daddy be if he were a meal, a toy or a noise? Find out in this fun ‘flip-over’ book, offering two adorable stories, about a child’s love for their parents, in one.
Milly & Friends make a sandcastle by Catherine Vāse
Milly, Cat, Giraffe and Elephant are the very best of friends. In this story they enjoy a day at the seaside. But with each character possessing their own distinctive personality, it is only a question of time before an ‘incident’ happens and tempers are raised! Luckily, Milly shows everyone how they can get along – despite differences.
Milly & Friends have shopping to do by Catherine Vāse
Milly and her animal playmates – Elephant, Giraffe and Cat – are a typical bunch of friends. Each has their own distinctive personality: Elephant is full of energy but rather clumsy; Giraffe is helpful but a bit on the bossy side, and Cat is thoughtful if a bit shy. It’s often up to Milly to help them sort out the small dilemmas and upsets that form such a big part of young children’s lives. In this story Giraffe decides to take charge on a visit to the supermarket – but things don’t quite go to plan.
Good Morning! illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Join Quacky Duck as he wakes up and starts his day.
There are a few things to do before he can go and play!
Good Night! illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Join Quacky Duck as he gets ready to say good night.
There are a few things to do before he can turn out the light!
Flip-a-Pic: Animals illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Flip the flaps and make the picture change in this fun book of opposites. Children will love making the colourful chameleon appear and disappear, or watching the muddy lion turn sparkly clean — but be careful of the lion’s enormous roar! With sturdy round flaps that can be used again and again, this bright and chunky board book is perfect for little hands.
Flip-a-Pic: Faces illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Flip the flaps and make the picture change in this fun book of opposites. Children will love watching the faces change from sad to happy or angry to calm. It’s a great way to explore feelings and facial expressions! With sturdy round flaps that can be used again and again, this bright and chunky board book is perfect for little hands.
Let’s Go, Baby! illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Baby is hitting the road and heading to Grandma’s in this Chock-a-Block Book™ –a unique format exclusive to Little Simon and Simon Spotlight!
Jacqueline Wilson’s Twin Tales illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Twin Trouble – Connie’s not happy. Her parents are having a baby. Well, not one, but two babies! Why do they need more children? They’ve got her!
Connie & the Water Babies – Connie is scared of water. She can’t swim and she hates going to the pool. Everyone says she should go because she’ll love it, and even Charles and Claire, the twins, like the water. Typical. Then Nurse Meade gives Connie some more blue beads. And when they clack together, suddenly Connie can swim like a mermaid.
Two reassuring stories about family strife and overcoming your fears from a master storyteller.
The Totem Pole by Alison Milford illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Gawu of the Eagle tribe wants to be a totem pole carver, but everyone expects him to be a warrior like his father. Then, when he saves his sister from a hungry wolf in the forest, he is celebrated as a hero. But he wants to be a craftsman, not a warrior. So, determined to prove that he is good enough, and that you can be clever and brave in other ways, Gawu goes back to the forest to find exactly the right piece of wood and he carves the story of his sister’s rescue. Will his father agree that he does have the skill to become a totem pole carver?
We’re Hungry in the Jungle! illustrated by Catherine Vāse
The animals in the jungle are hungry! Children will love to have breakfast with Monkey and Zebra, lunch with Hippo and Crocodile, dinner with Giraffe and Tiger and dessert with Elephant and Cheetah in this interactive book. But what will they eat? Little ones can pull the tabs to help them decide between the various familiar foods, and then ‘feed’ them with the spoon provided!
With pull-tabs, die-cut mouths and a spoon, this book will provide an engaging and exciting feeding experience for a toddler or a young child!
We’re Hungry on the Farm! illustrated by Catherine Vāse
The animals on the farm are hungry! Children will love to have breakfast with Sheep and Pig, lunch with Sheepdog and Chicken, dinner with Goat and Duck and dessert with Kitten and Pony in this interactive book. But what will they eat? Little ones can pull the tabs to help them decide between the various familiar foods, and then ‘feed’ them with the spoon provided!
With pull-tabs, die-cut mouths and a spoon, this book will provide an engaging and exciting feeding experience for a toddler or a young child!
The Super Sandwich illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Such a super sandwich – we can’t wait to eat it! It’s filled with goodies and nothing can beat it!
Join Panda and his four friends as they fill a sandwich with all their favourite fillings – spaghetti, peas, jam and cheese!
With four fabulous touch-and-feel fillings, this book is a culinary treat for toddlers everywhere!
The Incredible Cake illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Such a glorious cake has never been seen! With berries and frosting and nuts and ice-cream!
Join Panda and his four friends as they frost their incredible cake with all their favourite fillings.
With four fabulous touch-and-feel fillings, this book is a culinary treat for toddlers everywhere!
The Tick and Tock Clock Book illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Follow the lovable Tiger Twins, Tick and Tock, through a typical day of mayhem and fun and help them tell the time as they go.
Thank You God by Sophie Piper illustrated by Catherine Vāse
Every day is special… and you can ask God to bless each one with this delightful collection of morning and evening prayers.
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