Alma and How She Got Her Name

Alma has a very long name, so long in fact that it is sometimes hard to fit it all on one piece of paper. Alma Sofia Esperanza José Pura Candela is her full name and Alma definitely thinks that it is too long! But sometimes you are named for a reason and so Alma’s father tells her the story of how she got such a long name…

Page Count: 32
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Identity, family, belonging

'a word about books' says…”A delightful story of heritage and about discovering the truth behind a name. Will have curious children wanting to know more about their own names."

Be More Bernard

When Bernard is awake he acts like any normal rabbit should. But when he is asleep he dreams of less rabbity things. There’s more to being a rabbit than twitching your nose, pricking your ears and eating carrots. And Bernard is going to show his friends who he really is…

Page Count: 32
Genre: Humour
Themes: Feelings, personal & social issues, animals

'a word about books' says…”Why blend in when you were born to stand out. A celebration of embracing your differences and being who you really are. Let’s all ‘Be More Bernard.’"

A Big Mooncake for Little Star

Little Star and her mother have baked a delicious Mooncake and it has been carefully placed onto the night sky to cool. Promising not to touch the baked treat, Little Star heads off to bed. But it isn't long before Little Star is creeping out of bed and standing right next to the Big Mooncake...

Page Count: 40
Genre: Fantasy
Themes: Science, food, celebrations, festivals

'a word about books' says…”I loved this picture book. It feels like a story that has been past down through the generations. The story and the illustrations are just perfect and I will definitely be seeking out more books by author Grace Lin after reading this."

Billy and the Beast

Billy and Fatcat are walking through the forest when they hear a terrible rumble. In the forest is lurking a terrible beast, a beast with a hungry tummy who is gathering ingredients to make a terrible soup. With the furry forest creatures in danger, can Billy save the day...

Page Count: 32
Genre: Humour
Themes: Animals, friendship, diversity, BAME

'a word about books' says…”It is great to have a young black girl leading a narrative. Billy is a brilliant role-model and leads an empowering story with messages on being resourceful, problem-solving and the importance of standing up for our friends.”

The Book That Did Not Want To Be Read

Whatever you do, do not read this book. It does not want to be read, it even says so in the title. If you dare to read this book all sorts of weird, strange, wonderful and wacky things might happen. Things that should never happen in a book, things that could lead to mischief and way too much fun. It is absolutely best if you put this book down, walk away and forget you ever saw it. Or is it…

Page Count: 40
Genre: Humour
Themes: Interactive

'a word about books' says…”Following in the same vein as ‘The Book With No Pictures’, ‘The Book That Did Not Want To Be Read' is another fantastically funny and unique picture book that will leave children howling with laughter and adults with their tongues well and truly in a twist."

Can Bears Ski?

Despite all of the noises, everything is quiet in Boy Bear’s world. It often sounds like everyone is saying the same thing to Boy Bear…”Can bears ski?” But surely this cannot be right. Hopefully a trip to a special lady can help Boy Bear find out what everyone is really saying to him…

Page Count: 40
Genre: Everyday life
Themes: Family, friendship, deafness, school

'a word about books' says…”Wonderfully insightful and perfect for developing empathy and understanding. This gentle and informative exploration of what the world can be like for a child with hearing difficulties will be welcomed by parents and provides comfort and reassurances."