Most Popular Books by Michael Foreman

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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!

With the help of Flying Lion, Panda and his animal friends escape a fire in the Australian bush and aid the firefighters in battling the blaze.

Panda travels all around the world trying to find out whether he is a "white bear with black bits or a black bear with white bits?" and later helps a lion with wings find out where he belongs in the world.

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.

How can Adam bring the green warmth of home to his new urban world? An inspiring fable from Michael Foreman about making friendship grow. Adam feels alone in the strange new city. He misses his old friends and the colors of his faraway home. It’s fun to build snow animals with children in his new neighborhood, but Adam’s concrete surroundings still make him wish for something more. So when a teacher gives him a few seeds, it plants an idea in him—an idea that could transform his gray world forever.

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.

Filled with favourite songs, poems and stories for Christmas.

A version of the Grimm tale in which alittle tailor gains fame and fortune after killing seven flies with one blow.

A retelling of the Grimm tale, set in the United States, in which an old donkey, dog, cat, and rooster, no longer wanted by their masters, set out for the city to become musicians.

Addasiad Cymraeg o Kensuke''s Kingdom. Ar ôl cael ei olchi ar lan ynys yn y Cefnfor Tawel, mae hi''n anodd i Meilyr oroesi ar ei ben ei hun. Heb fwyd a heb ddŵr, mae''n gorwedd i lawr, yn barod i farw. Ar ôl iddo ddihuno, mae''n gweld bod llond plât o bysgod a ffrwythau, a phowlen o ddŵr ffres yn ei ymyl. Tybed pwy sy''n ei helpu i gadw''n fyw? Addas i blant 8-13 oed. -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru

From an award-winning picture book artist comes the uplifting tale of a girl whose search for a lost puppy leads to some wondrous wildflowers--and a magical way to transform her barren village in Chile. Full color.

In order to foil hunters, the animals create an ingenious device which disguises their tracks.

The littlest dinosaur gets lost one day when he goes out on his own. While at first it is all a lot of fun, soon he starts to get concerned, particularly when he starts to hear some crying from behind a tree! When he finds out who is crying, the littlest dinosaur has to be much braver than he thought he could be. Brilliantly read by Claire Skinner. Please note that audio is not supported by all devices, please consult your user manual for confirmation.

Delightful children''s picture storybooks in premium silver format! Each classic picture book is stunningly presented in hardcover with a silver foil highlight on the spine, rounded corners and a special place-holder ribbon. Children will love to explore the enchanting tales from award-winning authors, and parents will love the great value price!

Disappointed at being unable to go to the zoo, a young boy imagines his family, friends, and neighbors to be all the animals he''d like to see.

India is particularly rich in colourful follore. These stories, told by parents to their children for many generations, make a rich and dazzling collection of mythological tales drawn from a great heritage of Hindu epics - from the life of the great god Krishna to how the monkey god Hanuman helped defeat the Demon King Ravan and a host of other magical and spectacular creatures. The stories are arranged according to the sequence of the Hindu year and each is prefaced with a short personal anecdote from the author''s childhood. Beautifully illustrated throughout in black line and tone by Michael Foreman.

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.

Esta é a verdadeira história de Peter Pan, o menino que fica furioso com a simples ideia de crescer. É também a verdadeira história de Wendy, uma menina que adora brincar de ser adulta. E na Terra do Nunca, eles fazem tudo o que querem.

This is the classic story of the boy who nev er grew up. Illustrator Michael Foreman takes the reader on an adventure with Peter and friends in Never-Land, where the y meet the devilish Captain Hook along the way. ''

When his sled is "Tom Fobbled" by another boy, William''s grandfather makes him another from an old oak loom.

An important book which deals humorously with a child''s fear, and presents positive images of race and class difference. 4 yrs+