The Highway Rat (Julia Donaldson)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.Крыса с большой дороги (Джулия Дональдсон)Оригинальный текст, без адаптации.Скорее! Прячьте все свои вкусности! Крыса с большой дороги идет и собирается украсть ваши закуски… Он отбирает клевер у кролика, орехи у белки — он даже крадет сено у своей лошади! Неужели никто не сможет его остановить? Создатели Человеткина и Золотой звезды Зога рассказывают эту потрясающую новую историю о порочном и обаятельном злодее, который получает по заслугам.

Superworm (Julia Donaldson)Never fear Superworm is here — and he’s wiggling to the rescue! He can be a lasso, a fishing-line, even a skipping-rope.But who will rescue Superworm when he falls prey to a wicked Wizard Lizard? Luckily, all of his insect friends have a cunning plan …Суперчервь (Джулия Дональдсон)Оригинальный текст, без адаптации.Не бойтесь, Суперчервь здесь — и он спешит на помощь! Он может быть лассо, леской, даже скакалкой.Но кто спасет Суперчервя, когда он станет жертвой злого Ящера-Волшебника? К счастью, у всех его друзей-насекомых есть хитрый план…

The Ugly five (Julia Donaldson)Who’s that singing on the savannah? It’s the top-five ugly animals in Africa! The wildebeest, warthog, vulture, hyena and marabou stork swagger proudly across the savannah, rejoicing in their ugliness — and delighting their babies, who think they’re perfect just the way they are. Inspired by the real-life Ugly Five safari animals, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s brand-new picture book is a jubilant celebration of animals who are often rather unloved. The funny, heart-warming rhyme is a joy to read aloud, while bold, comical illustrations bring the savannah spectacularly to life.Уродливая пятерка (Джулия Доналдсон)Кто это поет в саванне? Это пятерка самых уродливых животных Африки! Антилопы гну, бородавочники, стервятники, гиены и аисты марабу гордо носятся по саванне, радуясь своему уродству – и радуя своих малышей, которые думают, что они идеальны такими, какие они есть. Вдохновленная реальными животными из сафари «Уродливая пятерка», новая книга с картинками Джулии Дональдсон и Акселя Шеффлера представляет собой ликующее прославление животных, которых зачастую не любят. Забавный, трогательный стишок приятно читать вслух, а смелые комичные иллюстрации эффектно оживляют саванну.

Zog and the Flying Doctors (Julia Donaldson)Zog the dragon, Princess Pearl, and Sir Gadabout have taken to the skies! No sniffly lion or sunburned mermaid will go without care while the flying doctors are on duty. But Princess Pearl’s unconventional career path doesn’t sit so well with her uncle, the king. He thinks princesses should stay in their towers and embroider cushions all day!When the king’s mysterious illness befuddles all the royal doctors, however, it’s Princess Pearl to the rescue! She not only heals the king — she also changes his mind about what it means to be a princess.The heroes of A Gold Star for Zog fly again in this story of the value of letting your talent shine, all told in Julia Donaldson’s enchanting rhymes with Axel Scheffler’s witty illustrationsЗог и летающие доктора (Джулия Дональдсон)Оригинальный текст, без адаптации.Дракон Зог, принцесса Перл и сэр Гадабаут поднялись в небо! Ни один хлюпающий лев или обгоревшая на солнце русалка не останутся без присмотра, пока летающие врачи на дежурстве. Но нетрадиционный карьерный путь принцессы Перл не очень нравится ее дяде, королю. Он считает, что принцессы должны оставаться в своих башнях и вышивать подушки весь день! Однако, когда таинственная болезнь короля сбивает с толку всех королевских врачей, на помощь приходит принцесса Перл! Она не только исцеляет короля, но и меняет его мнение о том, что значит быть принцессой. Герои «Золотой звезды для Зога» снова летают в этой истории о ценности того, чтобы дать своему таланту сиять, рассказанной в очаровательных рифмах Джулии Дональдсон с остроумными иллюстрациями Акселя Шеффлера

Charlie Cook is reading a book about a pirate captain, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading about a knight, who is reading about a frog …From kings and queens to aliens and ghosts, there’s something for everyone in Charlie’s amazing book! Now available in board book format for the youngest readers, a book from this team is always cause for celebration!

«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. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans! Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo’s Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

Hamilton the Pig loves hats. He has big hats, small hats, floppy hats and feathery hats. He has so many hats that his mum is worried he is a very vain little pig. Little does she know that Hamilton’s favourite hats are about to teach him some very important lessons.What will Hamilton do when he meets a cheeky giraffe, a hungry crocodile and some mischievous monkeys who each want to keep one of his hats for themselves?Hamilton’s Hats is Martine Oborne’s delightfully funny story with a warm message about sharing, perfectly complemented by wonderfully witty illustrations from Axel Scheffler, the award-winning illustrator of The Gruffalo.

Charlie Cook is reading a book about a pirate captain, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading about a knight, who is reading about a frog… From kings and queens to aliens and ghosts, there’s something for everyone in Charlie’s amazing book of adventure! Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book is both entertaining and original — a sure-fire winner from the unparalleled picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. This edition features the classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans — big and small! Also available with redesigned covers are The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo’s Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle and A Squash and a Squeeze.

«I’ve lost my mum!» It’s not too much fun being lost in the jungle, and little monkey wants his mummy. 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 edition features the classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans — big and small! Also available with redesigned covers are The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo’s Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

»Wise old man, won’t you help me, please? My house is a squash and squeeze.» A little old lady lives all by herself in her house but she’s not happy — it’s just too small, even for one. Whatever can she do? The wise old man knows: bring in a flappy, scratchy, greedy, noisy crowd of farmyard animals. When she pushes them all out again, she’ll be amazed at how big her house feels! The brilliantly funny A Squash and a Squeeze was the first ever picture book written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. This edition features the classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans — big and small! Also available with redesigned covers are The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo’s Child, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle and Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book.

Molly loves to listen to her dad’s bedtime stories. Once upon a time, he says, everyone was green, squirrels sang in choirs, tiny people lived in Aunt Elsie’s pot plant and of course, rabbits could fly . . . but can all this really be true? Molly thinks her dad’s just being silly as usual, but no-one’s bedtime stories are as good as his. So cuddle up on the sofa and pick one of these fourteen fantastically funny stories to read together before bed. Which one will be your favourite?Melanie von Bismarck’s brilliant collection of short stories is cleverly translated from the German by David Henry Wilson, author of the Jeremy James series, and is brought to life by the warm, witty and richly detailed pictures by Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo.

«The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood.» But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s child disobeys her father’s warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist . . . does he? The Gruffalo’s Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson’s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler’s brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo’s Child has followed firmly in her father’s footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again! This edition features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans — big and small! Also available with redesigned covers are The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.