Best Selling Books by Michael Foreman

When Peter Pan flies through the Darling''s nursery window, Wendy Michael and John begin their amazing adventures to Never Never Land. There they meet unforgettable magical characters including the Lost Boys, Tinkerbell and the cruel Captain Hook. J.M Barrie''s enchanting story of the boy who wouldn''t grow up has thrilled generations of young readers.

Award-winning picture book creator Michael Foreman celebrates the love between a father and child in this endearing bedtime story.

From sunrise to sunset, breakfast time to playtime, time to go to the beach, bedtime, story time and—finally—sweet dreams time: Michael Foreman celebrates every wonderful moment of a day spent together as a family, creating special memories to treasure forever.

When Cat is accidentally whisked away in a fish van, her litter of kittens are left to fend for themselves. Cat & Dog is a heart-warming tale about an unusual friendship from two-time Kate Greenaway award-winner Michael Foreman.

An English artist writes and illustrates a memoir of his own wartime childhood.

Living in ruin and rubble with a wire fence and soldiers separating him from the cool hills where his father used to take him as a small child, a boy''s tiny, green plant shoot gives him hope in a bleak landscape.

Bubble is a goldfish who swims round and round unhappily in his tank. Cat is his friend and wishes he could show him the world. One day, Cat has an idea to set Bubble free. But is Bubble ready to swim off into the world and leave behind his friend? A tender tale about an unlikely friendship from an award-winning picture book creator.

"One of my earliest memories is lying on the floor in front of the kitchen fire, drawing..." Michael Foreman During the war, paper was in short supply but, the large biscuit tins delivered to his Mum''s shop were lined with white paper. The tins were about twelve inches square, so unfolded, the paper would be four feet long. Perfect for drawings of marching soldiers and convoys of tanks, the village traffic of his childhood. This is a celebration of Michael''s life as a master storyteller and illustrator told through his own autobiographical tales, diary extracts, original sketches and illustrations from his award-winning publications. Beginning with his childhood in wartime Suffolk and his early career as a young artist, and culminating with his collaborations with world-famous authors Terry Jones, Michael Morpurgo and Quentin ''BLOOMIN'' Blake, this book showcases his ''greatest hits'', and reveals the places, stories and people that inspired him along the way. Divided into three parts: Memories of Childhood (Looking through War Boy, After the War Was Over and War Game.) Far-Flung Places (Looking through Treasure Island, Wind in the Willows, Alice in Wonderland, Wizard of Oz, World of Fairy Tales and Classic Fairy Tales.) Friends and Collaborators (Looking through Eric the Viking, Fairy Tales, Nicobobinus, Animal Tales, Fantastic Stories, Arthur, Robin Hood, Joan of Arc, Billy the Kid and Farm Boy.) ''I have been lucky with writers. None have been real trouble. Some I never met. Some I meet only after the book is finished, and some, the easiest to get along with, are the dead ones. Most become friends.'' Michael Foreman

A small cat reminisces about events that took place around the manger where it was sleeping on the night the baby Jesus was born.

4 yrs+

Little Monkey runs away from his mother because he doesn''t want to go to bed, and soon everyone is chasing him.

Little Panda buys a tiny plant for his mother''s birthday. He nurtures the little plant in the dark attic, and it grows into a big surprise.

Tufty the duckling lives with his family on an island in the middle of a lake. But when the ducks fly south for the winter, Tufty gets left behind. Lost and alone, Tufty doesn''t know what to do, until he finds an unlikely new friend.... A heart-warming story about a little duck finding his place in the big, wide world, from master children''s book author and illustrator Michael Foreman.

Sometimes big things have very small beginnings. "Oh! If only . . . I had stayed home that day . . . If only . . . I hadn''t met that dog . . . If only . . . he didn''t want to play . . . " And so begins a remarkably funny chain of events as one young boy and a dog unwittingly unleash the greatest havoc imaginable.

This picture book by award-winning artist Michael Foreman features every toddlers'' favourite - dinosaurs - in a sweetly told message about being happy being yourself.

Stubby was a brave soldier, a loyal friend . . . and a dog. From an army training camp to the trenches in France, this is the incredible true story of Sergeant Stubby, the dog who served bravely in World War I--sniffing out gas attacks, catching spies, and winning the hearts of his fellow soldiers.

Chaos follows Milo all the way to The Big Cycle Race finish line, but when someone tries to steal the trophy, all he can say is I didn''t do it!

In 1914, four British boys dream of competing for the national soccer team, but join the English infantry instead. On Christmas day, after months of fighting, war becomes a game when German and British soldiers break all the rules to play soccer and exchange presents..

Superfrog is back on another urgent mission - rubbish from the big, grey city is polluting his pond! Once again it is up to everyone''s favourite Superhero to save the day! ''Michael Foreman is deservedly in the first rank of children’s illustrators with his mastery of brilliant watercolours.'' Sunday Times

When the Mayor decides to close down Joey''s favourite bookshop in order to build a big superstore, Joey calls upon his friend, Origami Girl, to help. Origami Girl creates an army out of characters from famous children''s books to put a stop to the mayor and the builders before it is too late!

Caught in a battle between a bear and an eagle, Moose uses their sticks and stones to erect a splendid building which all the animals enjoy.

This sumptuous volume contains over seventy of the best-loved, most exuberant action rhymes. Each is introduced and acted out by an appealing little bear and a colourful supporting cast of animals, humans - and others Join them for a dance round the mulberry bush, a walk through the jungle and a trip to the Animal Fair. Help them count ten fat sausages and five little piggies. Take your partners for the hokey cokey and your place at the Teddy Bear''s Picnic. A section of notes at the back of the book gives information and diagrams on the actions that accompany the rhymes - so there''s no excuse not to join in Illustrated with characteristic brilliance by one of the world''s great picture book artists, this volume of playtime rhymes is a delightful companion to the classic Michael Foreman''s Nursery Rhymes.

A collection of six brief illustrated stories celebrating the spirit of Christmas.

As a boy, Henry Friston dreamed of traveling the world. He thought he was signing up for a lifetime of adventure when he joined the Royal Navy. But when World War I begins, it launches the world, and Henry, into turmoil. While facing enemy fire at Gallipoli, Henry discovers the strength he needs to survive in an unexpected source: a tortoise. And so begins the friendship of a lifetime. Based on true events, and with charming illustrations, this story of war, courage, and friendship will win the hearts of readers.

For his fifth birthday, James chooses to spend three days at the beach, during which his quiet adventures, with the help of his imagination, become an unforgettable treat. Suggested level: junior, primary.

Jamal is a little camel so he must walk, walk, walk through the desert. One day he becomes separated from his friend, the boy, but a wise falcon helps to reunite them. They go on to explore the city and its exciting sights and sounds. A modern tale of friendship and adventure from the twice Greenaway-award-winning author/illustrator, Michael Foreman.

Like many children all over the world, a small boy dreams of winning the World Cup! But in the meantime, scoring the perfect, time-stopping goal would be just fine. And once you''ve done that, who knows what the future might hold? ‘A perfectly paced story about passion, dedication and what they might bring, accompanied by Foreman’s tender drawings... You might say he has the hand of God... Vital reading for aspiring Harry Kanes everywhere.’ THE TIMES (Book of the Week) ''Michael Foreman deserves all the applause he gets.’ INDEPENDENT

A gentle story of winter magic from national treasure Michael Foreman. On a chilly evening in a London park, a plucky little robin strikes up a conversation with a snowman. Together they embark on a night-time adventure exploring the streets of London. From the snowy guards at Buckingham Palace, to the dazzling Christmas lights in Piccadilly Circus, to the majestic London Eye slowly revolving over the Thames, the snowman sees how wonderful the world is - even if he only has a short time to experience it. Michael Foreman OBE has established himself as one of the most beloved picture book creators in the UK over his 60-year career. A stunning hardcover jacketed edition featuring shiny red type on the cover, a gift that lasts a lifetime. The gorgeously painted cityscapes throughout the book capture the magic of London at night. A tale of wintertime wonder and wisdom, perfect for fans of Charles Mackesy, Raymond Briggs, and Chris Van Allsburg!

Filled with favourite songs, poems and stories for Christmas.

Having sailed to the New World as ship''s boy for Columbus, young Leif is captured by warring natives, ultimately marries an Indian woman, and becomes a shaman. Suggested level: intermediate.

A young reindeer becomes a surprise Christmas gift for a city boy.

A city cat who lives out his fantasy of being able to fly finds that staying on the ground isn''t so bad after all.

Based on the best-selling book by Michael Foreman, Dinosaurs and All That Rubbish is an ever-topical musical play for young people, with an environmental theme. Man destroys his own world through misuse and disrespect, only to search for a replacement in the stars. In his absence, the Dinosaurs return to Earth to discover desolation and destruction. In this humorous and intelligent story, the dancing Dinosaurs restore the Earth to its former beauty, with the help of the Animal Kingdom. Ironically, when Man returns, he tries to lay claim to the new, blooming planet he has discovered; but he is reminded that this is the same decaying Earth he had ruined and abandoned.

A dazzling early picture book by the award-winning author and illustrator Michael Foreman.