New Releases by Julia Donaldson

A raucous read-aloud rhyme for toddlers, part of Julia Donaldson''s Toddler Club range and illustrated by bestselling Nick Sharratt.

Celebrate the Gruffalo child''s 20th birthday with this brilliant board book with push, pull and slide mechanisms and a shiny cover, based on the bestselling modern classic, The Gruffalo''s Child.

Watch a thousand years unfold in the life of one magnificent tree! A thousand years ago,a tiny acornfell to the ground. As the years pass, it grows . . . and GROWS into an enormous oak tree! As the centuries sweep by, children play games around the tree. Families dance about it. A fleeing king even hides inside its hollow trunk! The tree gives food and shelter to a host of animals, from squirrels and badgers to birds and beetles. After a thousand years, the ancient tree finally falls in a storm - but a new acorn sprouts, and the cycle of life begins all over again. The tree''s magical life story is brought to life in Julia Donaldson''s rich, dramatic rhyme. Victoria Sandøy''s gorgeous, atmospheric illustrationsperfectly capture the changing seasons, and the people and wildlife that pass by Children will love spotting all the creatures in the pictures, and seeing the games children play around the tree This is a book that encourages us all to look more closely at nature, and to appreciate the wonder of our ancient trees. The final pages of the book contain extra fascinating factsabout oak trees and the animals that depend on them. Praise for The Christmas Pine, also by Julia Donaldson and Victoria Sandøy: "Magical . . . as well as paying tribute to tradition, the gentle rhythmic verse and stunning pictures illuminate the two other things close to Julia''s heart: the power of children and song" Julia Donaldson is the author of many of the best-loved children''s books ever written. She has been awarded a CBE for services to literature, and is the most celebrated children''s writer in Britain today. Many of Julia Donaldson''s beloved picture books have been made into award-winning animated films which are regularly shown on the BBC at Christmas.

A favorite Halloween read-aloud now with a bright neon orange cover and fun activities! Extras include: *Tips for hosting a Room on the Broom party *Instructions for making your very own witch''s hat *A recipe for baking yummy cheese wands Room on the Broom Special Edition is the ideal Halloween read-aloud or gift! The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers, and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch''s hat, bow, and wand. Luckily, there are plenty of friends around to help out in exchange for a ride through the sky, but it isn''t long before . . . SNAP! The broom breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch''s animal friends had better think fast!

Celebrate the Gruffalo''s 25th birthday with this brilliant board book with push, pull and slide mechanisms, based on the bestselling modern classic, The Gruffalo.

Celebrate twenty-five years of the modern classic The Gruffalo with this special anniversary edition of the story, featuring bonus extra material. A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood. A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good. Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with a fox, an owl, a snake. . . and a hungry Gruffalo! Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler''s The Gruffalo has become a bestselling phenomenon around the world. This award-winning rhyming tale of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children over the past twenty-five years, and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years to come. Celebrate the Gruffalo''s birthday with this special 25th Anniversary Edition!

Peep through the die-cut holes and lift the flaps to discover all your favourite characters in this chunky board book based on bestselling picture book, The Gruffalo. Explore the deep dark wood with Mouse and see if you can spot the Gruffalo in this interactive novelty book with peep-holes and flaps to lift on every page, plus a surprise fold-out ending! With a simple text based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler''s classic, it''s the perfect introduction for preschoolers to the world of The Gruffalo, as well as fans of the original.

A magical book for Christmas, written in perfect, heartfelt rhyme by Julia Donaldson, bestselling creator of Zogand Superworm- now as a chunky board book! \"Magical . . . as well as paying tribute to tradition, the gentle rhythmic verse and stunning pictures illuminate the two other things close to Julia''s heart: the power of children and song\" Good Housekeeping Deep in a snowy wood stands a little pine tree with a special destiny: when it grows up, it''s going to be the famousChristmas tree in Trafalgar Square! This is the perfect picture book to snuggle up with and share at Christmas. Gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations whisk you from frozen forests to the sparkling city square in a beautiful, moving story of festivity and hope. This gorgeously illustrated board book is perfect for little ones to enjoy! Julia Donaldson''s perfect rhyme is a joy to read aloud. This is a classic to treasure for generations Victoria Sandøy''s exquisite, atmospheric illustrations are full of gorgeous details to point out and share A paragraph on the back of the book explains the true story behind the tree The Christmas Pineis based on a true story. It celebrates a special tradition that stretches back over seventy years. Every year, the Mayor of Oslo in Norway presents the British people with a spectacular Christmas tree. The tree is a symbol of peace and friendship, and a thank you for the UK''s support during World War II. Each year, the UK Poetry Society asks a poet to write a poem to welcome the tree. Julia Donaldson originally wrote The Christmas Pineto celebrate the 2020 Christmas tree. The poem was performed by London schoolchildren, and displayed in Trafalgar Square. Julia Donaldson is the author of many of the best-loved children''s books ever written. She has been awarded a CBE for services to literature, and is the most celebrated children''s writer in Britain today. Many of Julia Donaldson''s beloved picture books have been made into award-winning animated films which are regularly shown on the BBC at Christmas. Superworm animation will premiere on BBC Christmas 2021

A magical picture book for Christmas, now available with an audio CD complete with story, brand-new song and three much-loved Christmas carols. \"Magical . . . as well as paying tribute to tradition, the gentle rhythmic verse and stunning pictures illuminate the two other things close to Julia''s heart: the power of children and song\" Good Housekeeping Deep in a snowy wood stands a little pine tree with a special destiny: when it grows up, it''s going to be the famousChristmas tree in Trafalgar Square! This is the perfect picture book to snuggle up with and share at Christmas. Gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations whisk you from frozen forests to the sparkling city square in a beautiful, moving story of festivity and hope. This gorgeous paperback book comes with an audio CD, making it the perfect Christmas gift for young children Julia Donaldson''s perfect rhyme is a joy to listen to Introducing Amelie Young, a bright new singing talent and Julia Donaldson''s great-niece, singing The Christmas Pine Song, Jingle Bells, Deck The Halls and O, Christmas Tree This is a classic to treasure for generations Victoria Sandøy''s exquisite, atmospheric illustrations are full of gorgeous details to point out and share A paragraph on the final page of the book explains the true story behind the tree The Christmas Pineis based on a true story. It celebrates a special tradition that stretches back over seventy years. Every year, the Mayor of Oslo in Norway presents the British people with a spectacular Christmas tree. The tree is a symbol of peace and friendship, and a thank you for the UK''s support during World War II. Each year, the UK Poetry Society asks a poet to write a poem to welcome the tree. Julia Donaldson originally wrote The Christmas Pineto celebrate the 2020 Christmas tree. The poem was performed by London schoolchildren, and displayed in Trafalgar Square. Julia Donaldson is the author of many of the best-loved children''s books ever written. She has been awarded a CBE for services to literature, and is the most celebrated children''s writer in Britain today. Many of Julia Donaldson''s beloved picture books have been made into award-winning animated films which are regularly shown on the BBC at Christmas.

An amazing interactive gift edition of the bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom, with flaps to lift, tabs to pull and a truly magnificent pop-up surprise! There''s room on the broom for the witch''s cat, but what about a dog, a bird, a frog...and a hungry dragon? Read the much-loved classic story and join in the fun by lifting the flaps and sliding the tabs to change the scenes and bring the story to life. From the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom: A Ready and Play Story is a stunning hardback gift edition of the modern classic and is sure to delight parents and children alike.

Celebrate Halloween with the witch and her friends in this special edition of the bestselling classic Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, with a stunning neon orange cover and lots of fun extras! Room on the Broom Halloween Edition is the ideal Halloween gift for young children, with the full classic story, tips for hosting your very own Room on the Broom Halloween party and some spooky things to make and do: create a truly magnificent witch''s hat and bake some cheese wands - so delicious they''ll disappear in a flash! Room on the Broom is the perfect story to share at Halloween. The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch''s hat, bow and wand. Luckily, there are plenty of friends around to help her out, and they all want a ride on the broom too. It''s a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn''t used to such a heavy load and it''s not long before . . . SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch''s animal friends had better think fast!

A fun sticker book, based on the bestselling The Snail and the Whale and packed full of activities and over 400 stickers.One little snail longs to see the world and hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, past icebergs and volcanoes, sharks and penguins, and through sun, snow and stormy seas. Follow them on their adventures in this fun sticker activity book, based on the bestselling picture book, The Snail and the Whale by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.The Snail and the Whale is a brilliant story of unlikely friendship and lifechanging adventure, brought to life on BBC One, starring Sally Hawkins, Rob Brydon, Cariad Lloyd, and Dame Diana Rigg.

Celebrate the 20th birthday of the bestselling classic The Snail and the Whale, with this special anniversary edition of the story, including bonus content. \"How I long to sail!\" said the tiny snail. One little snail longs to see the world and hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, past icebergs and volcanoes, sharks and penguins, and the little snail feels so small in the vastness of the world. But when disaster strikes and the whale is beached in a bay, it''s the tiny snail''s big plan that saves the day! This is a delightful tale of adventure and friendship by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. The Snail and the Whale 20th Anniversary Edition features the classic story with a stunning foil cover as well as extra-special bonus content including a letter from the author and some early sketches from the illustrator to celebrate the anniversary year.

Push, pull and slide the moving mechanisms to bring the story to life in this brilliant board book based on the bestselling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. What happens when a little old lady invites a crowd of farmyard animals into her house? Move the clever push, pull and slide mechanisms on every spread to join in the fun and find out. With a short, simple rhyming text based on the original story, A Squash and a Squeeze: A Push, Pull and Slide Book is the perfect preschool introduction to the classic storybook.

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler''s favourite characters are now available as gorgeous board books with soft felt flaps, perfect for little hands. Where has Tabby McTat gone? Can you find him? Lift the colourful felt flaps in this fun chunky board book, until you find Tabby McTat! While your little one is having fun playing with the felt, this board book will also help increase hand-eye co-ordination, develop speech and aid learning through repetition. Based on the bestselling book Tabby McTatby Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, the creators of The Gruffalo. Zog,and its sequel Zog and the Flying Doctors, have been made into animated films which first screened on BBC1 on Christmas Day Collect them all: Let''s Find Tiddler, Let''s Find Superworm, Let''s Find Stick Manand Let''s Find Zog

Celebrate 30 years of A Squash and a Squeeze with all your favourite characters in this fun sticker book!

A chunky touch and feel book based on the bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom.

A fun-filled outdoor activity book, based on four bestselling picture books by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

A brilliant board book with push, pull and slide mechanisms, based on the favourite picture book The Smartest Giant in Town by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Lift the soft fabric flaps on every page to meet all your favourite characters from the bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom - perfect for little ones for Halloween!With soft fabric flaps which are easy to lift and help develop fine motor skills, this felt flaps book is perfect for sharing with even the youngest child. Join the witch and all her animal friends for a magical broomstick adventure in Who''s on the Broom?: A Room on the Broom Book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.Enjoy more felt flap books with: Gruffalo, Where Are You?

A special gift slipcase edition of two much-loved classic stories from the bestselling picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.In Room on the Broom, join the witch and her animal friends on a broomstick adventure, and discover what happens when they encounter a greedy dragon! Then set sail around the world, past volcanoes and icebergs, and save the whale in The Snail and the Whale. These two bestselling modern classics, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, are brought together in a beautiful slipcase edition, making the Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale Board Book Gift Slipcase the perfect gift to share with the whole family.

There''s room on the broom for everyone, so come and join the fun with this special twentieth anniversary edition of the bestselling classic Room on the Broom, featuring the much-loved original story plus additional bonus content. The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch''s hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. It''s a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn''t used to such a heavy load and it''s not long before . . . SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch''s animal pals better think fast! Room on the Broom 20th Anniversary Edition features the classic story by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo, as well as extra-special bonus content to celebrate the anniversary year.

Lift the colourful felt flaps in this fun chunky board book, perfect for small hands, until you find Stick Man! Based on the bestselling book Stick Man by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, the creators of The Gruffalo.

Written by the brilliant Julia Donaldson and stunningly illustrated by the award-winning Sara Ogilvie, The Hospital Dog is a big-hearted tale about a very special, very brave dog. Here is a dog, a Dalmatian called Dot, Is she quite ordinary? NO, SHE''S NOT! After their breakfast and a swim in the sea, Dot and her owner Rose jump on the bus to the hospital. Dot loves visiting the children of Wallaby Ward and they''re always pleased to see her too; from a crying baby to a bored teenager - a pat, a stroke and a cuddle with Dot cheers everyone up. But the work of the hospital dog doesn''t stop there and when one of her patients is in trouble, it''s up to Dot to save the day! Winner of the Indie Book Awards 2021 this fantastic rhyming story comes from the bestselling partnership behind The Detective Dog.

A magnificent pop-up carousel book, based on the bestselling picture book.Walk into the deep dark wood with Mouse in this this amazing pop-up carousel book, and discover what happens when he comes face to face with a fox, an owl, a snake. and a hungry Gruffalo!Read the much-loved story, then press out the play pieces and join in all the fun with three stunning pop-up play scenes. There are lots of holes to peep through, things to spot and flaps to open, so you can explore the deep dark wood with Mouse. Discover Fox''s underground house, Owl''s treetop and Snake''s logpile - but watch out for the Gruffalo hiding in the trees! The Gruffalo Carousel Book includes a special envelope for safe storage of the 12 play pieces and a ribbon closure.Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler''s The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling phenomenon across the world with over 13.5 million copies sold. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come.

Push, pull and slide the moving mechanisms in this brilliant board book to meet all your favourite characters from the bestselling picture book The Snail and the Whale - and bring the story to life! What happens when a tiny snail hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale? Push and pull the tabs to see them head off on an amazing journey around the world, help the snail with her big plan to save the whale after disaster strikes and he is beached in a bay, and then slide out the big tab on the last page to watch them both travel safely away - hooray! The Snail and the Whale: A Push, Pull and Slide Book is the perfect introduction to the bestselling picture book The Snail and the Whale by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo, and a great gift for fans of the original story. Also available: Room on the Broom: A Push, Pull and Slide Book