Enchanting and humorous tales for young readers, from the time-old favourite, Enid Blyton.
Guy Parker-Rees Books
This illustrator crafts vibrant and dynamic imagery for children's books, characterized by bold colors and energetic lines. Their approach prioritizes capturing authentic character expressions, particularly in their beloved animal subjects. The artist draws inspiration from personal experiences and emotions, aiming to convey feelings powerfully through their visual storytelling. They find immense satisfaction in seeing their work resonate, especially when it brings stories to life for young readers, and enjoy sharing their passion through school visits.
Dylan the Shopkeeper
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Dylan is a joyful stripy dog who just loves to play. In DYLAN THE SHOPKEEPER Dylan has great fun setting up a shop - until his friends, Purple Puss and Jolly Otter, decide that they want to be shopkeepers, too. Don't forget to join in with the story, every time you see Dylan's friend, Dotty Bug.
Giraffes Can't Dance
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Gerald the giraffe longs to dance, but his legs are too skinny and his neck is too long. At the Jungle Dance, the warthogs waltz, the chimps cha-cha, and the lions tango. "Giraffes can't dance," they all jeer when it's Gerald's turn to prance. But with some sound advice from a wise cricket, Gerald starts swaying to his own sweet tune.
Dylan is a joyful stripy dog who just loves to play. In DYLAN THE DOCTOR he's playing at being a doctor, looking after all his friends: Purple Puss, Jolly Otter and Titchy Chick. But who will look after poor Doctor Dylan? All his friends, of course! Don't forget to join in with the story, every time you see Dylan's friend, Dotty Bug.
Today Dylan is playing at being a baker. He's promised to bake a cake for Jolly Otter's birthday - but will he be able to resist eating it? Don't forget to join in with the story, every time you see Dylan's friend, Dotty Bug.
My Secret Book of Rules
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
If your life is one long list of rules, take a leaf out of my book! * Spending a few minutes each day enjoying well-written stories helps your child to build her confidence in reading. * Books 17-20 of Read with Ladybird are ideal for children who are starting to read for themselves. * You can be confident that practising at home with Read with Ladybird will support work done at school.
This picture book puts a new twist on the alphabet with Andreae's fun-filled descriptions for each letter and Parker-Rees's clever illustrations. Full color.
Noah's amazing Rainbow Ark is busy and noisy, and it's not long before the animals begin to get cabin-fever. Clever old Noah hatches a plan for an incredible creature cabaret to get the Ark swinging again. But what amazing act will appear for the finale? Product 9781408350379 Paperback Tony Mitton Orchard Books 32 29.5 x 24 x 0.4cm
The Hippo-not-amus
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Portly is a young hippopotamus who isn't sure he wants to be one forever. In fact, he's quite sure that he's more suited to being some other creature entirely. And so, after speaking to Mum and Dad about things, he sets out to find his true calling in life.
