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Tiddler
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Tiddler is a little fish who tells the tallest tales in the ocean. But did he really ride a seahorse? Did he really meet a mermaid? And what about the scariest story of them all – the one about the fishermen and the net?

Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Axel Scheffler AgeGroup: 6-8, 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
Monkey Puzzle
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"I've lost my mum!" It's not too much fun being lost in the jungle, and little monkey wants his mummy. A kindly butterfly is keen to help, but they don't seem to be having much luck as the well-meaning butterfly misunderstands monkey's descriptions and leads him to all sorts of unsuitable animals! But eventually, they find... Dad! It's just as well that he knows exactly where mum is, and she's waiting with a well-deserved cuddle. Monkey Puzzle is a clever, funny and charming tale from the unparalleled picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. 

Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Axel Scheffler AgeGroup: 6-8, 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
Superworm
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From the creators of The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom, a super adventure with a wriggly, squiggly hero you'll never forget.
Toad in trouble? Beetle in a jam? Never fear -- Superworm is here! And he's wiggling to the rescue!

But when Superworm is captured by a wicked Wizard Lizard, will his friends find a way to help their favorite superhero escape?

From the brilliant creators of The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail & the Whale and more, this bouncy read-aloud adventure will have you cheering on Superworm and his friends as they save the day!

Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Axel Scheffler AgeGroup: 6-8, 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
Stick Man
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Stick Man lives in the family treeWith his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three.But one day, Stick Man is carried off by a mischievous dog who wants to play fetch! Things go from bad to worse as Stick Man is carried farther and farther away from home. Lonely and lost, Stick Man desperately wants to get home to be with his family for Christmas. And when he helps Santa Claus out of a bind, he finds the perfect ticket home!

Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Axel Scheffler AgeGroup: 6-8, 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
The Spiffiest Giant in T
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When George the giant spies a shop full of wonderful clothes, he decides to treat himself to a new outfit. He puts on his new shirt, pants, shoes, and tie, and is immediately transformed from the scruffiest giant in town to the spiffiest giant in town. But on his way home, George runs into various animals who need his help. And little by little, George finds himself giving away all his new purchases.
From the creators of Room on the Broom, this is a lively tale that reminds readers that sometimes it's what's inside a person-or a giant-that matters most.

Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Axel Scheffler AgeGroup: 6-8, 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
The Highway Rat
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Quick! Hide all your goodies! The Highway Rat's coming, and he's going to steal your snacks...He takes clover from a rabbit, nuts from a squirrel -- he even steals his own horse's hay! Can no one stop him?The creators of Stick Man and A Gold Star for Zog stand and deliver this fabulous new story of a wickedly loveable villain who gets his just deserts.

Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Axel Scheffler AgeGroup: 6-8, 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books

Zog

Zog
Description

What do dragons learn at Madam Dragon's school?

How to fly . . .How to roar . . .How to breathe fire!

Zog is the most eager student in the class, but he's also the most accident prone. With each test (and each bump, bruise, or scrape), his dream of earning a gold star seems further away than ever.

But a mysterious girl keeps coming to his rescue. And when Zog faces his toughest test yet, she may be just the person to help Zog win classroom glory!

Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Axel Scheffler AgeGroup: 6-8, 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
Book Image
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When little monkey can't find his mother, butterfly offers to help in the search. Little monkey says that his mother is big, so butterfly leads him to . . . an elephant. No, that's not right! Little monkey says his mom is furry, so butterfly leads him to . . . a bat. That's not right either. From then on, little monkey and butterfly meet many jungle animals, but they don't find Mom until little monkey comes up with just the right description.
With Julia Donaldson's effortless rhyme and Axel Scheffler's vibrant illustrations, this circular tale combines funny miscommunication with a little bit of science for a charming feel-good adventure.

Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Axel Scheffler AgeGroup: 6-8, 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
Room on the Broom
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This fun family read-aloud is the perfect way to start Halloween celebrations and an ideal gift book. A sweet story of quick wits, friendship, and inclusivity from the creators of The Gruffalo!

The witch and her cat are happily flying through the sky on a broomstick when the wind picks up and blows away the witch's hat, then her bow, and then her wand! Luckily, three helpful animals find the missing items, and all they want in return is a ride on the broom. But is there room on the broom for so many friends? And when disaster strikes, will they be able to save the witch from a hungry dragon?

Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Axel Scheffler AgeGroup: 6-8, 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books
The Gruffalo's Child
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One night, the Gruffalo’s child wanders into the woods to search for the Big Bad Mouse. But instead, she comes upon a small mouse in the woods . . . and decides to eat him! But wait, what is that? A shadow of a very large, scary creature falls on the ground. Could it be the Big Bad Mouse after all?

Author: Julia Donaldson Illustrator: Axel Scheffler AgeGroup: 6-8, 3-5 Genre: Early Readers, Picture Books