Most Popular Books by Smriti Prasadam-halls

A message of unconditional love through the seasons is wrapped in a warm and exuberant picture book package. I love you strong, I love you small, Together, we have it all. I love you wild, I love you loud, I shout it out and I feel proud. A sweet message of unconditional love follows a bear and a bunny through their day. This special picture book is perfect for baby showers, Mother''s Day, Valentine''s Day, and love all year round!

A delightful picture book about the power of hugs, from the mega-bestselling creators of I Love You Night and Day, You Make Me Happy and I''ll Never Let You Go. Have you ever wondered who gives the very BEST hug? The kind that''s warm and cozy and snug? Extra squeezy, but never too tight, the kind that fits you COMPLETELY right? From bear hugs to koala cuddles, hippo huddles to walrus wiggles, penguin pecks to porcupine prickles, there are a LOT of hugs to choose from. But the perfect hug may not be far-in fact, it might be right where you are! Who gives the best hugs? Have you guessed? It''s the ones at home, who love you the best! Full of silly and snuggly animal cuddles, this irresistible story from the bestselling creators Smriti Prasadam-Halls and Alison Brown is perfect for sharing and reading aloud.

When you aren''t sure, you''ll feel me near, When you are scared, I will be here. When you are high, when you are low, I''ll be holding your hand and I''ll never let go. From the author and illustrator of I Love You Night and Day comes a tender and heartfelt picture book. With reassuring words offering a message of unconditional love, and illustrations bursting with exuberance, warmth and humour, Never Let Go is the perfect gift for loved ones of all ages and guaranteed to be a favourite for years to come.

From the author of the bestselling I Love You Night and Day comes a gorgeous rhymed celebration of love, family, and lots of kisses, now perfectly packaged as a board book. Every day has its ups and downs Sometimes you giggle, sometimes you frown. But the thing to remember, the secret, is this . . . Everything feels better with the help of a KISS. There are go-to-sleep kisses, I''m-sorry kisses, I-love-you kisses, and more. For every time of day there''s a kiss to go with it, and whether you''re big or small, young or old, it always makes you feel better. So the next time you see someone you love, just remember . . . a kiss is the very best gift of all! A tender expression of love, Kiss It Better is the perfect gift for every parent and child who love Nancy Tillman and Marianne Richmond.

For anyone going through a difficult passage, this uplifting, beautifully illustrated picture book is about finding optimism in the darkest of places. Rain before rainbows, clouds before sun, night before daybreak—a new day’s begun. In this heartfelt story about courage, change, and moving on, a girl and her companion fox travel together away from a sorrowful past, through challenging and stormy times, toward color and light and life. Along the way they find friends to guide and support them, and when the new day dawns, it is full of promise. With gorgeous, richly realized illustrations and immense hope at its heart, Rain Before Rainbows holds out a ray of sunshine for anyone looking for light.

I''m a giant monster, with sharp, sharp claws. I''ve got big, spiky teeth and loud, loud roars. Which is why I say, to everyone I meet . . . CALL ME SCARY . . . DON''T CALL ME SWEET! Everyone thinks that little monsters are cute and cuddly, but this monster''s grumpy and grouchy. Honest! He does REAL monster stuff, like stomping around and eating squishy, squelchy food like bug eye stew. He''s brave, too - he''s not scared of ANYTHING. Not even big, hairy ogres . . . . . . Wait, is that a big, hairy ogre? HELP! Brilliantly read by Lenny Henry. Please note that audio is not supported by all devices, please consult your user manual for confirmation.

You make me happy, you make me new. Together there''s NOTHING that we cannot do. A special someone can make you happy in all sorts of ways. In this delightfully optimistic and feel-good book, Fox and Porcupine discover that blue skies or grey, EVERYTHING is better when they''re together. Beautifully illustrated with a loose line, delicate touch and lashings of charm, this is the perfect gift to make someone special very happy.

After finding two abandoned presents, Santa Baby and Roo embark on a race against time to deliver the gifts. But as they speed across the skies, they come across a few ... distractions. Well, Santa''s job isn''t as easy as it looks! And after a slight mis-hap involving their sleigh and a chimney, Santa Baby realises just how much he needs his dad. Luckily, Santa is just two jingles away, and the journey back home is the most magical of all ... ... Roo and Santa baby felt a tingling in their toes, they held their breath and gave a squeak as up, up, up they rose. Then suddenly they took a dive and with one great big swoop ... Roo and Santa Baby did a GIANT LOOP-THE-LOOP!

There was once a farm where all the animals were friends. Together they looked after the farm and each other. It wasn’t perfect and they didn’t always agree (animals almost never do). But the Geese have hatched a plan to leave the farm . . . will life be perfect for them now? A powerful modern-day fable for our times told with humor, warmth, and most importantly, hope. A story of building bridges, not barriers, respect, not resentment, and of finding friendship, not fear.

Traverse the animal kingdom for a gorgeous celebration of the joys of a new baby — and the pleasure of introducing that baby to the wide world — in the perfect gift for new parents. Welcome, little baby, round your mama curled. Welcome, little baby. Welcome to your world. With lyrical language and stunning illustrations, Welcome to Your World takes readers from ice-capped mountains to the depths of the sea. Tender scenes between animals and their babies encourage families to join in the loving bond that connects them to one another and to the wonders of our planet. This beautiful book is ideal for sharing with new babies, new parents, and children just venturing out in the world, as best-selling author Smriti Prasadam-Halls and acclaimed illustrator Jaime Kim provide both a celebration of nature and a gentle reminder to protect it.

I''m a little monster, I am smiley, small and sweet, With gorgeous little monster eyes and furry monster feet. There''s just one thing that you should know ... I have to be the boss. And if you don''t remember ... I''ll get very VERY CROSS! It''s Little Monster''s birthday and his friends are coming to his party. But it''s not much fun playing party games with someone who always has to win ... or having birthday tea with someone who wants ALL the food for himself. It''s time this grumpy, grouchy Monster learned how to behave! With funny rhyming text and delightful illustrations, this is the perfect picture book for little monsters everywhere.

From the creators of Rain Before Rainbows comes a beautiful book that lights a path for all those who dare to dream of peace. Peace on earth . . . Let friends be found! Let laughter ring, let joy abound. What does peace look like? It can begin with a smile or a wave; it can be found in nature, in friendships, and in shared adventures. But when dark clouds and harsh words appear, it takes brave hearts and kind hands to restore love, friendship, and joy. Smriti Prasdam-Halls and David Litchfield bring us a warm, heartfelt, and strikingly illustrated story about choosing to be a peacemaker, even during difficult times, and the jubilance that peace ushers in.

Some are too scary, some are too smelly, some are too wiggly, and some are too giggly. Can Mabel find the perfect pet for her family? Not noisy or scary or covered in spikes. She’d choose something friendly that EVERYONE likes. Mabel’s family is letting her pick what kind of pet to get, and she is determined to find the very BEST one. “Any pet you like delivered to your door,” promises the sign. But what if the ants are too tiny, the hyenas too giggly, the owl too loud? What if the snake almost strangles Granddad and the skunk wants to spray the baby? None of the pets she tries out seems like the right fit. Readers will love following through several comical reveals until Mabel meets her furry match (not what you might guess!). Best-selling author Smriti Prasadam-Halls’s hilarious rhyming read-aloud and Rosalind Beardshaw’s charming illustrations will have kids laughing—and dreaming of their own quirky pets.

In this follow up to I’m Sticking with You, Bear and Squirrel are back, and they’re perfectly in tune. They make merry music, they sing the same song—it’s all going great, until Chicken comes along. Chicken knows she could add something to Bear and Squirrel’s band of two, but the duo is certain that three is a crowd! Fed up, Chicken leaves—and lands herself in hot water. Will Bear and Squirrel come to the rescue?

From Smriti Prasadam-Halls and Tom McLaughlin, the creator of The Accidental Prime Minister, comes My Alien and Me. Children will laugh out loud at this funny and touching picture book that presents humans as aliens and delivers important messages about seeing past differences.

Originally published in 2017 by Parragon Books.

"First published 2017 by Parragon Books, Ltd."--Copyright page.

Dog and puppy, horse and foal, tiger and cub... Lift the flaps as you explore and discover animal families in your world.

Let''s enjoy a very busy day! Look and find together as you explore museums, theaters, amusement parks, salons, petting zoos, and even a birthday party. Oh my, that is very busy! Learn everyday words and phrases as you take part in lots of fun activities in your world. Tabbed pages include items to find on each page, and the sturdy cover means this book will be cherished for a long time. Bright illustrations keep your little one engaged while learning new words Sturdy pages and cover ensure you can read together again and again Fun scenes put new words and ideas into context Tabbed pages are perfect for curious little hands to turn Explore fun locations together in this book, then take it along on your own adventures!

Numbers I Know is a fun wipe-clean writing practice book perfect for preschoolers. This fun book comes with a pen to use and helps your little one trace numbers and patterns.

Woo hoo hoots the owl--but who is he woo-ing to? To the animals, to the town, to the sun, to the moon, to the child going to sleep. To YOU! Children can fly with little owl through his busy day in this irresistible, charmingly illustrated bedtime book. Filled with catchy, rhythmic rhyme, it''s the perfect read-aloud.

A little owl says good night in his own special way to creatures and places at bedtime.

Lift the flaps to find the matching pairs in this fun novelty series that''s all about habitats! This book has seven die-cut flaps on every spread for little ones to lift to find the matching pairs and spot the odd one out. Lift stones to find turtles, seaweed to find seahorses and shells to find crabs, then answer a simple counting question. The first two books in the series are Underwater and In the Wild. Printed on sturdy card, perfect for little hands, these books provide enjoyment while out and about or at home, as well as teaching important recognition and memory skills.

I Can Share is a first words book that will teach your preschooler over 150 everyday words and phrases.

All is quiet and calm on the ark - until Charlie Chatter''s potty disappears! What will the poor monkey do without it? He can''t sit on the TOILET. That sounds much too scary! The colourful cast of Elephant Pants return in this second ark adventure from Smriti Prasadam-Halls and David Wojtowycz. Join a whole host of animals as they show Captain Chatter round their amazing bathrooms, helping him realise that going from potty to toilet isn''t so scary after all. This fun-filled rhyming story is perfect for little monkeys who are getting ready to move to the potty, or from potty to loo. With lots of animal madcap fun and brilliant bathrooms galore, this book is guaranteed to get little ones giggling.

Dog and puppy, horse and foal, tiger and cub... Lift the flaps as you explore and discover animal families in your world.

A commemorative picture book celebrating the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, ideal for sharing with readers aged 8+. Follow Her Majesty''s journey from a young princess growing up in wartime to an extraordinary leader - the longest-reigning British monarch in history. This very special illustrated book is the perfect way to share the Queen''s life story with younger readers - from her childhood and service during the Second World War to the magnificent coronation and even a daredevil stunt at the London Olympics. Climb aboard the royal yacht Britannia, meet the 15 prime ministers she counselled and remember her wisdom to the nation and the whole Commonwealth through her Christmas broadcasts. And that''s not all: during her seventy-year reign, Her Majesty truly witnessed it all - from colour television and Beatlemania to the birth of the internet. This commemorative book records not just the royal spectacles, but the entire Elizabethan age. From award-winning, bestselling author Smriti Prasadam-Halls, with beautiful illustrations from Josie Shenoy and Kim Geyer, this is a stunning tribute to the remarkable legacy of a much-loved queen. With a shimmering gold foil cover and plenty of quotes from the Queen herself, you''ll treasure the book for years to come - in the reign of King Charles III.

A delightfully heartfelt picture book that follows the passage of the seasons, and the ups and downs of daily life, showing that love will always shine through, whatever the weather! I love you in the dazzling sun, When everything we do seems fun. But when you have to shout and yell, I love you at those times as well. Smriti Prasadam-Halls, a bestselling author, and Alison Friend, a critically acclaimed illustrator, are an exciting new picture-book pairing. Read more about Smriti Prasadam-Halls at smriti.co.uk and about Alison Friend at afriendillustration.com

Out and About is a first words book that will teach your preschooler over 150 everyday words and phrases.

Graceful and serene, intelligent and social, the whale is a wonder of the deep blue sea. And yet, whales rely on air to breathe - they are mammals, just like us. With breathtaking text, Smriti Prasadam-Halls explores the migrations, songs and family life of these mysterious creatures, revealing astonishing facts you''ve never heard before. Wildlife illustrator Jonathan Woodward brings the marine world to life with stunning papercut collage artwork. This is the perfect non-fiction picture book to read at bedtime. Also available in this series: The Ways of the Wolf

WINNER of the English 7-11 Best Non-fiction Picture Book Award. Shortlisted for the SLA Awards 2018! The wolf stalks the wilderness and our own imaginations. Uncover its mysteries in this beautifully written non-fiction picture book. Majestic and fierce, proud and strong, the wolf has always been a source of fascination - and fear. It remains one of the most misunderstood of all creatures, frequently cast as our mortal enemy. The truth is that wolves and humans are more closely connected than we dare to admit. With beautifully lyrical language, Smriti Prasadam-Halls explores the lightning speed, echoing howl and family life of these mysterious animals, revealing astonishing facts and overturning misconceptions as she does so. Wildlife illustrator Jonathan Woodward brings the creatures to life with breathtaking papercut collage artwork. This is non-fiction storytelling at its very finest. The Ways of the Wolf has been endorsed by the UK Wolf Conservation Trust. IN THE SAME SERIES: The World of the Whale.

When a new baby is on the way, siblings-to-be have lots of feelings and plenty of questions. But whether they''re impatient, curious or a little worried, this friendly and reassuring guide explains each step of the pregnancy journey and helps little ones feel involved and excited. With a month-by-month approach that compares the size of the growing baby to something familiar to the young reader, such as a speck of sand at the seaside or an egg, readers also find out about how Baby is developing, from when the heart might first beat to when they''ll be able to feel it kick. The book also includes information about how life might change once Baby arrives, and how exciting it will be to have a new baby brother or sister.