New Releases by Julia DONALDSON

Leo’s running from her past. Finlay’s running into trouble. Together, they stumble into a crazy new world of secrets, lies, and Chinese food. But someone is on Leo’s trail . . . Eccentric, unforgettable characters and genuine, heart-pounding suspense make for a stunning combination as celebrated author Julia Donaldson expands her talents in her first novel for young adults.

One mole is digging a hole. Can you see who else is helping out in the garden? Julia Donaldson''s whimsical rhymes and Nick Sharratt''s illustrations encourage children to read aloud and count along.

Now everyone can join the witch and her cat for a magical adventure with this fun and accessible playscript, adapted by the author from the bestselling picture book Room on the Broom. The Room on the Broom Play has been designed with rehearsals and performance in mind, with a clear layout and colour-coding for each character, perfect for helping children to follow their lines and join in the action! The book also contains a hints and tips section, which includes helpful advice on staging the play and ideas for props. There are also ideas for themed Room on the Broom activities. With Axel Scheffler''s bright and characterful illustrations and Julia Donaldson''s hilarious and witty rhyming playscript, this wonderful, dramatic way to share the classic story is sure to delight teachers, parents and children everywhere.

Charlie Cook is reading a book about a pirate captain, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading a book about a knight . . . From kings and queens to aliens and ghosts, theres something for everyone in this fantastic book by the award-winning team of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Now available in a sturdy board-book format, so even the youngest children can enjoy this wonderful tale!

When little monkey can''t find his mother, butterfly offers to help in the search. Little monkey says that his mother is big, so butterfly leads him to . . . an elephant. No, that''s not right! Little monkey says his mom is furry, so butterfly leads him to . . . a bat. That''s not right either. From then on, little monkey and butterfly meet many jungle animals, but they don''t find Mom until little monkey comes up with just the right description. With Julia Donaldson''s effortless rhyme and Axel Scheffler''s vibrant illustrations, this circular tale combines funny miscommunication with a little bit of science for a charming feel-good adventure.

Sing along with Julia Donaldson and her collection of songs - fun for kids and parents alike. As well as being the UK''s most successful picture book author, Julia Donaldson is a gifted songwriter for children. Room on the Broom and Other Songs Book and CD includes nine of her best-loved songs, including Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale and The Smartest Giant in Town, as well as a number of fun-filled action songs. Brilliantly illustrated throughout by household name and star illustrator Axel Scheffler, each score includes piano accompaniment and guitar chords. The songs will be familiar to anyone who has enjoyed one of Julia''s hugely popular live performances. Now everyone can sing along!

With glitter on every page of the book and a CD with sound effects and music - fit for the sparkliest of princesses!"The princess may try seven times to escape By changing her colour and changing her shape." But each time Princess Eliza changes - into a blue fish, a yellow chick, a red fox or a black cat - the wicked wizard finds her and sets her another horrible task. Will this plucky princess be able to outwit him and escape back to the palace in time to cut her birthday cake?Created by bestselling team Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, The Princess and the Wizard Book and CD Pack is a charming magical tale with glitter on every page!

When Jumbeelia, an eight-year-old giant, climbs down a beanstalk and collects some "iggly plops, " the little people of children''s stories, she treats them like toys, unaware that she is endangering their lives.

The Gruffalo''s Child goes out to find the Big Bad Mouse she has heard so much about.

This fun family read-aloud is the perfect way to start Halloween celebrations and an ideal gift book. A sweet story of quick wits, friendship, and inclusivity from the creators of The Gruffalo! The witch and her cat are happily flying through the sky on a broomstick when the wind picks up and blows away the witch''s hat, then her bow, and then her wand! Luckily, three helpful animals find the missing items, and all they want in return is a ride on the broom. But is there room on the broom for so many friends? And when disaster strikes, will they be able to save the witch from a hungry dragon? Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler are the creators of many beloved picture books including The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo''s Child, The Snail and the Whale, and The Spiffiest Giant in Town. "A surefire read-aloud hit." -School Library Journal

A small-format version of a song written to accompany the original picture book, Room on the Broom. It features Axel Scheffler''s illustrations, and contains a music score at the back.