A stunning reimagining of the classic tale, The Frog Princethat proves anyone can have their happily ever after!
James Mayhew Book order
James Mayhew is an author deeply passionate about introducing children to the wonders of art, music, and opera. His books often carry a cultural agenda, weaving engaging narratives that invite young readers into galleries and cultural experiences. He is known for creatively blending childhood adventures with the world of art, establishing a unique approach to children's literature. With a prolific output and involvement in various artistic collaborations, he significantly enriches children's reading with profound cultural dimensions.






- 2023
- 2021
Six wonderful stories that inspired world-famous music, accompanied by brilliant illustrations
- 2019
Reading Planet KS2 - Journey to the Centre of the Earth - Level 2: Mercury/Brown band
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
What could be more thrilling than going on a journey to discover the centre of the Earth? Axel's eccentric uncle can't wait to get started, but Axel isn't so sure. What dangers will they meet far beneath the surface? How will they survive if one of them is injured? What will happen if they can't find their way back home? There's only one way to find out, and it begins with a long, dark descent into an Icelandic volcano... Where will the journey end? Journey to the Centre of the Earth is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 7-8 years
- 2018
Reading Planet - Sophie Goes to the Ballet - Green: Galaxy
- 20 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Sophie's grandmother is taking her to see the ballet for the very first time. Everything Sophie sees is new and exciting but what will take her breath away? Sophie Goes to the Ballet is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 5-6 years
- 2018
Reading Planet - The Magic PaintBox - Blue: Galaxy
- 16 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Art receives a brand new box of paints from his Grandad. He starts to paint straightaway and quickly discovers that whatever he creates comes to life, including a jungle and some very scary dinosaurs! Will Art come up with a painting plan to get home safely? The Magic Paint Box is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 5-6 years
- 2018
Can You See a Little Bear?
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Look for the little bear in each beautiful drawing.
- 2018
Mrs Noah´s Pockets
- 40 pages
- 2 hours of reading
"At last all were gathered inside the ark. It heaved with animals, large and small. Mrs Noah wore a brand-new coat, with a hood and a cape - and very deep pockets. Lots of pockets."When Mr Noah builds the ark, he makes two lists - one for all the animals who will come on board and one for those troublesome creatures he will leave behind. Meanwhile, Mrs Noah gets out her sewing machine and makes a coat with very deep pockets. Lots of pockets.
- 2017
The Knight Who Took All Day
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
A knight must do battle with a dragon is he is to win the hand of his beloved princess. But when a dragon finally comes along our hero realises he also needs to look his best if he is to impress, and that may take some time. And who knows what might happen as he takes his time to get ready...
- 2017
The National Gallery Get Colouring with Katie
- 16 pages
- 1 hour of reading
A fun-filled, art-themed colouring book featuring Katie, the star of James Mayhew's much-loved Katie books.
- 2017
The National Gallery Learn to Draw with Katie
- 16 pages
- 1 hour of reading
Learn how to draw with Katie, the star of James Mayhew's much-loved Katie books.

