Tim Hopgood Books

An engaging first board book about shapes by Tim Hopgood, creator of the bestselling WOW! Said the Owl.

Wake up to a world full of colour!At night, when we are feeling tired and ready for bed, owls are just waking up. But this curious little owl decides to stay awake all day, instead of all night, and discovers a world bursting with colour! But when the night-time comes around again, the stars above her head are still the most beautiful sight of all. An engaging book about colours from the winner of the Best Emerging Illustrator, Booktrust Early Years Award 2008.

Ping and Pong are a pair of penguins who love to do new things. But whatever Ping tries to do, Pong can do it better - Ping can squeak in French, Pong can squeak in nine different languages, Ping can catch a fish, Pong can catch a shark... Is there anything that Ping can do better? Find out in this hilarious story of friendship.

A truly special book featuring the lyrics from What a Wonderful World, accompanied by beautiful illustrations from Tim Hopgood. The book comes with an accompanying CD which includes the much-loved recording of the song by Louis Armstrong and an exclusive reading by Sophie Aldred.

Discover the great outdoors with this beautifully illustrated treasury that celebrates the wonder of nature in four glorious seasons. From vibrant springtime flowers to sweet fruits on summer trees, the falling of autumn leaves and snowdrops in winter, this book of four seasons is the perfect introduction to the big outdoors. Discover why birds fly south in winter, find animal footprints in the snow and learn to make the perfect snowflake; grow a sunflower, find a feather and make a daisy chain. Full of activities, poetry and fun facts to explore, this bumper book is jam-packed with amazing things to see and do outdoors - the perfect gift for every season.

Discover the world of colours with Tim Hopgood's gorgeous artwork. The book introduces the concepts of mixing colours to create new ones and features a stunning fold-out rainbow.

A is for . . . Acorn B is for . . . Butterfly C is for . . . Cloud A wonderful introduction to the alphabet, filled with beautiful illustrations of nature. Contains a mirror - turn to the letter Y to see You!

Sofas are for sitting on and NOT for bouncing!

It is sad but true that no one is ever pleased to see Cyril the cloud. He's always being blamed for ruining everyone's fun: casting shadows over everywhere he goes, and making things look dull and miserable. So, one day, Cyril drifts far, far away in search of a friendly face: over farmland,towns, and an ocean . . . Eventually he arrives in a new land whose ground is baking hot. Here everyone welcomes the shade Cyril gives. This makes Cyril so happy that he cries big glorious tears of joy. And his tears soak the land and everything seems to smile. And that is all Cyril ever wanted - tolook down on the world and see a happy smile.A beautiful story that taps right into what Tim Hopgood's books are all about: celebrating the natural world and promoting a positive outlook on life.

An engaging first book about counting seaside animals by Tim Hopgood, creator of the bestselling WOW! Said the Owl.

"Meet the lively duo of Boo the elephant and Cedric the crocodile. It's Boo's birthday and his best friend Cedric makes sure that it is special. With cards and presents and marshmallows and ice cream, it's a celebration to remember! A couple of weeks later, it's Cedric's birthday. But where is his best friend Boo? Boo has forgotten all about Cedric's birthday! But it's never too late to throw a party for your best friend and make them feel special..."--Publisher.

An engaging first book about springtime and the senses.

Why make an ordinary web when you can make one that's EXTRAORDINARY?Meet a determined little spider who can't seem to spin a perfect web. Whoosh goes the wind as it blows each web away! But one thing Walter can spin is spectacular shapes and one day he spins the most spectacular shape of all! It's better than perfect - it's a truly wonderful web.Another brilliantly conceived, beautifully written and wonderfully illustrated concept board book from the award-winning Tim Hopgood. A perfect introduction to shapes for all babies and toddlers, with bold and stylish illustrations that will appeal to all!Praise for WOW! SAID THE OWL:'Just the right blend of vivid illustration and engaging text' - Daily Mail 'A perfect bedtime read' - The Horn Book Praise for TIP TAP WENT THE CRAB:'Excellent interactive book' - Nursery Education Plus

A young snail's artistic trail inspires a whole class of children to be creative too!

A sensitive, beautifully illustrated picture book about three children spending time with their grandad at his wonderful beach hut and how his spirit lives on there.This delightful story is all about the warm, loving relationship that three children share with their Grandpa Martin. The children visit Grandpa at his Happy Hut throughout the year, in spring, summer, autumn and even winter. Each season brings its own adventures and shows the hut in a new light each time.This poignant story goes on to depict the family coping with Grandpa Martin's death in a gentle, uplifting manner as they make sure that the Happy Hut stands as a reminder of all the memories they made together.

A beautiful and heartwarming board book about the winter season for preschoolers, by the creator of bestselling WOW! Said the Owl

A first board book about night-time animals by the creator of bestselling WOW! Said the Owl, Tim Hopgood.

Entdecke die Jahreszeiten - Ein Naturbuch für Frühling, Sommer, Herbst und Winter Welche Tierkinder werden im Frühling geboren und wie erkennst du Vogelstimmen? Welche Muscheln findest du im Sommer am Strand, warum erntet man Äpfel im Herbst, und wie bereiten sich Tiere auf den Winterschlaf vor? In wunderschönen, farbenfrohen Bildern und durch kurze und gut verständliche Sachtexte lernen schon die Kleinsten alles über den Lauf der Jahreszeiten im heimischen Garten, im Wald und auf den Wiesen. Darüber hinaus lädt das Buch dazu ein, die Jahreszeiten aktiv wahrzunehmen, und macht Vorschläge für Aktivitäten, z.B. wie man ein Insektenhotel baut, Papierschmetterlinge bastelt oder wie man Tierfährten im Schnee liest. Ein stimmungsvolles, informatives und anregendes Buch, um die Schönheit der Jahreszeiten zu entdecken Mit vielen Ideen zum Mitmachen und Ausprobieren