The perfect story to remind children about the importance of kindness. 3, 2, 1, go! Ned the hamster has been in training for the Great Garden Hamster Race but when race day arrives, the route is cluttered with critters in need of help. Will he realise that a few small acts of kindness are more important than winning at any cost? This positive picture book from author/illustrator Kim Hillyard will inspire all readers big and small to look up and offer help to those who might need it. Also available from Kim Hillyard: Mabel and the Mountain: a story about believing in yourself

Meet Ned, a determined little hamster ready to win a big race! 3, 2, 1, go! Ned the hamster has been in training for the Great Garden Hamster Race. But when race day arrives, the route is cluttered with critters in need of help. Will he realize that a few small acts of kindness are more important than winning at any cost? This positive picture book from author-illustrator Kim Hillyard will inspire readers big and small to look up and offer help to those who might need it.

Meet Mabel, a small fly with Big Plans! Mabel is determined to do the following: 1. Climb a mountain 2. Host a dinner party 3. Make friends with a shark Mabel's friends aren't being very helpful, but Mabel knows the truth about Big Plans: Don't listen to those who say you cannot. Listen to those who say you can! So, even though a mountain is very, very high and Mabel is very, very small, she knows she shouldn't give up. And even though it might have been easier to fly up a tree, Mabel knows that she needs to keep going and climb. Mabel is the best little fly to show readers big and small that there is nothing more important than the power of confidence and believing in yourself! WINNER of the 2020 Sainsbury's Children's Book Awards!

*** WINNER of the Best Illustrated Book in the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2023 *** One peaceful Tuesday morning, a loud CRACK could be heard as the last mammoth on earth broke free from her icy shell - here comes Gretel the Wonder Mammoth! Everyone is so excited to meet her but as she settles into her new life, Gretel starts to feel a little overwhelmed and even a bit lonely... This positive, encouraging picture book teaches young readers that perhaps the bravest act a person (or mammoth!) can do is ask for help. Gretel the Wonder Mammoth is a perfect bedtime read for fans of Rob Biddulph, Rachel Bright and Jim Field. Also available from Kim Hillyard: Mabel and the Mountain: a story about believing in yourself Ned and the Great Garden Hamster Race: a story about kindness

A laugh-out-loud funny middle-grade debut with a scary twist, My Zombie Hamster will appeal to readers who like their animal stories mixed with chills. Matt Hunter is looking forward to Christmas—actually, he's looking forward to receiving the latest sword-and-fantasy video game. But Matt's parents have other thoughts—they give him a fluffy little hamster called Snuffles. But the hamster isn't all that cute, especially after part of its cheek and belly fall off. And why is it staring at Matt with black beady eyes and a lean and hungry look? Say hello to Anti-Snuffles, the zombie hamster! Or better yet, run!

A beautifully illustrated version of the traditional folktale about the Chinese zodiac from the author of Deep in the Woods.

An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and senior high school students.

Every child is different. Some are loud, they love talking and showing off. Others are quiet and like to be on their own. Some have differences that you can see, while others have differences that may not be so obvious. We are all unique. We all have our own lives, our own dreams, and our own talents. Let's see what we can do.In this gently-told but immensely informative new picture book Jon Roberts tells the stories of a number of children with a variety of differences inspired by the real-life experiences of his daughter, Kya who is on the autistic spectrum, and some of her friends.A variety of conditions, including autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD, Down's Syndrome, cystic fibrosis, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, epilepsey and asthma are introduced for young readers, discussing how the challenges of each affect children both in a school setting and outside and how they engage in activities they love.

The Story of the Chinese Zodiac. As the new year approaches, each animal wants it to be named after them, but no one can agree. The Jade Emperor decides there should be a race to decide the winner, but who will win?

Jan Brett's intricate illustrations make a stunning picture book of a favorite story--this time featuring Noah's granddaughter. As the floodwaters rise, she helps take the animals onto the ark and get them settled down. But it's not easy when giraffes are sleeping next to pandas and lions are curled up with turkeys. Finally the gentle rocking of the ark lulls them all to sleep until the waters recede and Grandpa Noah, his family, and all the animals leave the ark. This simple telling, combined with extraordinary illustrations of every animal imaginable, makes On Noah's Ark perfect for young and old.