Most Popular Books by Ian Whybrow

Little Wolf, in a series of letters to his parents, tries his hand at writing poetry and produces some work that his friends admire and his parents find very useful.

A ‘Little Wolf’ special for committed fans and new recruits as Little Wolf becomes ‘agony nephew’ for WolfWeekly.

Through a series of letters to his parents, Little Wolf relates his adventures as a member of Yelloweyes Forest Detective Agency, crime solvers of the Frettnin Forest, as they investigate a series of mysterious disappearances.

Little Wolf has been behaving too courteously, so his parents send him to his uncle''s Big Bad Wolf school to learn to be a proper wolf.

A board book that lets you join the little husky as he scampers off on the snow and ice to say hello to all his animal friends. It introduces a polar bear, a seal and a caribou too. Suitable for younger children, it features the satisfying rhyming text and velvety soft-to-touch animals.

In a series of letters to his parents, Little Wolf tells of setting sail to find the lost treasure of his legendary ancestor, Blackfur the Pirate.

A fifth novel about this prize-winning wolfcub, illustrated by TONY ROSS.

In a series of letters to his parents, Little Wolf describes his attempts to create "the scariest school in the world" and convince his ghostly Uncle Bigbad to teach a magic class.

When Harry finds a bucketful of dinosaurs in the attic, they soon become inseparable. But when the dinosaurs get lost, how will Harry get them back? Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird''s best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs is a Level 3 Read it yourself title, suitable for children who are developing reading confidence and stamina, and are eager to start reading longer stories with a wider vocabulary.

Look who''s hiding under those sticks. Say hello to the fluffy chicks. Follow the friendly puppy as he scampers around the farmyard saying hello to all the animals. Toddlers will love to stroke the big, soft, velvety animals and to join in making their noises.

All’s quiet on Granny and Grandad’s farm as night falls. But Tim’s Ted is missing and Tim can’t sleep without him...

So, in the middle of the night, Tim hops out of bed, pulls his boots on and slips out into the farmyard to look for him. The hens in the henhouse haven′t seen Ted and neither have the cows. Before long, Pacer the horse, the ducks, the goats and the sheep have all joined the torchlit hunt for Ted, but it is only when the motley search party reaches the pig sty that Tim finds out where his beloved toy has been hiding. This wonderful story of a torchlit midnight adventure, within the comforting surroundings of Tim′s grandparents′ farm, will thrill children and is perfect for reading aloud with its rhyming, rhythmic text. Russell Ayto′s quirky illustrations are packed with a zany cast of animal characters and gather pace with the story perfectly. Where′s Tim′s Ted is the perfect bedtime reader for the very young, but with its rhyming text it′s also a natural for slightly older children, who will begin to recognise the correlation between the words on the pages and those in their memory each time they hear it. AGE 2-6

Jimmy knows he''s on the wrong path, getting into the wrong crowd, but stealing is thrilling and it makes him feel smart. So when he gets on the wrong side of the law, he''s lucky to have a big sister to rescue him and put him on the straight and narrow. Except Chrissie''s a football nut, and she''s going to get Jimmy fit and into the game. Whether he likes it or not! Ian Whybrow''s BOOKS FOR BOYS are funny, pacy reads from one of the UK''s best-loved authors - collect them all!

This beautiful book tells the story of one small mouse running after his dad to tell him something important - across the meadow, along the wall and over the stream, all the way to the barn. Meanwhile, the pictures add another layer as we see the bad old cat just waiting to pounce...The two mice, Small and Big, never see him, but somehow always manage to skip out of the cat`s way just at the last moment. Children will love to be one step ahead - one moment frightened for the safety of our miniature heroes, the next giggling with delight as they escape once again. Rosie Reeve brings a genuine warmth and fresh charm to her first picture book, which combines tenderness and humour to perfection. Sharing this book with any child will be a richly rewarding experience.

Books with blatant boy appeal, but enough drama, excitement and humour to entice ALL readers.

A classic story about Harry and his bucketful of dinosaurs! When Harry and the dinosaurs go to the museum they see Roman swords and spears, Egyptian mummies and lots of Harry''s ancestors. The dinosaurs want Harry to help them to find their ancestors...and that''s how Harry gets lost! Will Mum and Nan know where to look for him?

Shiver me timbers! A swashbuckling picture book adventure from the author of the phenomenally successful Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs.

Imagine what it''s like getting everything you want ... That''s how it is for Lucky Fries O''Mighty ... until the day of his seventh birthday. How can a poor boy like Billy Humble show Fries what his life is missing? With a little bit of imagination, and his amazing dog, Whizz the Fleabag, that''s how!

In letters home to Mom and Dad, Little Wolf describes his journey to rescue his little brother, Smellybreff, from a crafty cubnapper, Mister Twister the Fox.

It''s the first day of school! Harry is nervous because he isn''t sure what to expect. Triceratops is even more nervous, especially when Harry must leave the dinosaurs in the coatroom. But soon Harry sees another boy who is the most nervous of all. He clings to his toy bulldozer and won''t talk to anyone in the class. Harry wonders what he can do. Perhaps the new boy will talk to dinosaurs. . . .

This eBook has been optimised for viewing on colour devices. Harry has to go and play at Charlie''s house for the day and he doesn''t want her to play with his beloved dinosaurs. But when Charlie builds a primordial swamp, they get drawn in to the exciting adventure. And then Tyrannosaurus gets captured by a giant swamp snake - will they be able to rescue him?

When Harry is chosen to be class football captain, he''s worried that his team will be rubbish during the football competition. Luckily, Mr Oakley and the dinosaurs are there to help!Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird''s best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills.Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading.Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools.Harry and the Dinosaurs United is a Level 4 Read it yourself title, ideal for children who are ready to read longer stories with a wider vocabulary and are keen to read independently.

Harry and the dinosaurs love playing in the waves at Water World. But when a big wave knocks them over, they don''t think it''s quite such fun after all. Harry isn''t sure he wants to go in the water again, but with a little help from Nan he and his dinosaurs overcome their nerves and go on to make the biggest splash of the day!

An enhanced read-along audio ebook from Ladybird. When Harry is chosen to be class football captain, he''s worried that his team will be rubbish during the football competition. Luckily, Mr Oakley and the dinosaurs are there to help! Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird''s best-selling series. For over thirty five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Harry and the Dinosaurs United is a Level 4 Read it yourself title, ideal for children who are ready to read longer stories with a wider vocabulary and are keen to read independently.

This uplifting story about a big sister who welcomes her new sibling into her family makes an ideal baby gift or for preschoolers who are expecting a new baby brother or sister. Full-color illustrations.

Harry and his bucketful of dinosaurs are back! Harry and his bucketful of dinosaurs see some ducklings hatching and wish they could have one of their own. But it''s the wrong time for wishing so they wait until Christmas when Harry makes a special list for Santa. Christmas Day finally arrives and there is a surprise for everyone - it isn''t a duckling but a gorgeous baby pterodactyl!

An enhanced read-along audio ebook from Ladybird. When Harry finds a bucketful of dinosaurs in the attic, they soon become inseparable. But when the dinosaurs get lost, how will Harry get them back? Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird''s best-selling series. For over thirty five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Now, for the first time, each title is also available as an ebook with synched audio. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs is a Level 3 Read it yourself title, suitable for children who are developing reading confidence and stamina, and are eager to start reading longer stories with a wider vocabulary.

Harry thinks he''s too old for his bucketful of dinosaurs but they have other ideas. He looked after them when he was little and now they''re determined to stick by him . . . for life. And Harry is not the only one who''s got a lot bigger! When a mysterious set of plastic dinosaur cards appear on his key-ring, Harry soon finds that he can call on an army of Back-Up Dinosaurs. It only takes a rub with his finger to call up some MONSTER-sized muscle! When Harry hears that Mr Oakley has been robbed by a nasty crook, he hopes that he and his friends - Jack, Charlie and Siri - can solve the crime. And after a night-time visit from a grateful Spinosaurus, Harry discovers that he now has a whole pocketful of back-up . . .

Celebrate 25 years of this fun-filled bedtime adventure, with flaps to lift on every page.

Henry''s mum and dad think his new friend Gary is BAD NEWS. But Dad''s got worse problems at work. If he doesn''t win the charity go-kart race, he might lose his job! There''s trouble ahead, that''s for sure. But nobody reckons on a mystery boy racer who turns up at the track. He''s got a surprise in store for everyone ... From football to go karting, and real heroes and aliens, Books for Boys are packed with high action, adventure and humour, ideal for turning reluctant boy readers into lifelong bookworms. Ideal for fans of HARRY AND THE DINOSAURS who are ready to move on to chapter books.

This baby lion is ready to go. He wants to find his friends and say hello. From the hungry baby giraffe to the baby elephant playing in the mud, toddlers will love saying hello to all the animals and joining in with the noises in this fun savannah story. With simple rhyming text from Ian Whybrow, author of the bestselling The Tickle Book, and warm, expressive illustrations from Ed Eaves, Say Hello to the Baby Animals is a charming story and a favourite of parents and children alike.

From football to go karting, and real heroes and aliens, Books for Boys are packed with high action, adventure and humour, ideal for turning reluctant boy readers into lifelong bookworms. What''s out there? First David finds the mysterious CD-rom in the school playground. Next, there''s a spaceship in his garden, and his dog, Hairy Spice, disappears. Who else have the aliens kidnapped? Why have they chosen David to help them? And will he be able to save the world? Books for Boys provide the ideal first step into longer fiction for fans of Ian Whybrow''s HARRY AND THE DINOSAURS stories.

Philip''s dad has always told him he can be a Somebody. But Philip''s more interested in catapults and chewing gum ... and whether he can be in Mickey Durston''s gang. On the day when the steam engine is in danger, though, who will have the guts to save the train? Ian Whybrow''s BOOKS FOR BOYS are funny, pacy reads from one of the UK''s best-loved authors - collect them all!

Harry thinks he''s too old for his bucketful of dinosaurs but they have other ideas. He looked after them when he was little and now they''re determined to stick by him . . . for life. And Harry is not the only one who''s got a lot bigger! When a mysterious set of plastic dinosaur cards appear on his key-ring, Harry soon finds that he can call on an army of Back-Up Dinosaurs. It only takes a rub with his finger to call up some MONSTER-sized muscle! When a big snow storm blocks the roads, the residents of Huntingdon village are trapped. Harry and his friends - Jack, Charlie and Siri - want to deliver emergency supplies. But it would take the strength of a triceratops or the enormous bulk of an apatosaurus to help them . . .