New Releases by Rosalind Beardshaw

When Stanley wishes that he had a tricycle to ride like his friend Jack, Stanley''s grandfather helps him build something better, in a vibrant book about sharing.

Tactile, onomatopaeic and fun, this text by award-winner Henrietta Branford tells of a toddler''s first visit to the seaside. Illustrated by Rosalind Beardshaw, who was shortlisted for the Sheffield Children''s Book Award. Sand in my ears, Sand in my hair. Warm sand, wet sand, Sand everywhere. This fun text is perfect for bedtime sharing, describing the sensation of sand and water, and encouraging the possibilities of imaginative play at the seaside.

Babies will love the colour and fun of this sparkly first rhymes book. It''s ideal to share at playtime, bedtime or anytime!

The reader is asked to identify fairy tale heroes and villains from clues in the text and illustrations.

''The short narrative explains the patience needed to grow things - a difficult concept for childen - while the glorious illustrations celebrate the natural world'' Junior GROW FLOWER GROW! Fran has found a flowerpot and, with her dog Fred, is determined to make whatever is inside it grow. So she decides to give the flower all her favourite foods - spaghetti, ice-cream, pizza - and needless to say none of these work - so Fran throws the flowerpot outside in disgust. Until one day, after some sun and some rain Fran and Fred go outside to a wonderful surprise!