Ruth Symons Books

Take a journey through the seasons in this large-format paperback edition of Helen Ahpornsiri's stunning debut.

This new extended edition of Story of Life is the perfect gift for those w ith a love of the natural w orld. W ander the galleries - open 365 days a year - and discover a collection of curated exhibits on every page, accompanied by informative text. Each chapter features key species from a different geological era w ith fantastic new artw ork from Katie Scott.

At night we sail over the inky black sea,me and my dad, in our little red boat.We cast out our nets, and we wait in the dark,and the star light shines above us.Follow the journey of one little girl and her father as their fishing boat comes back home.Clever paper engineering makes objects 'light up' on every spread - from the roaming beams of the lighthouse, to the warm yellow lights of the fishing village. With a lyrical, repetitive text and atmospheric art by The Ride-by-Nights illustrator Carolina Rabei, this twinkly tale will have little readers feeling sleepy in no time.

Vibrantly illustrated by Mariana Ruiz Johnson, this enchanting pop-up book takes a peek inside six different animal homes. Little ones will love lifting the flaps and opening the gatefolds to make each scene come to life. With short, accessible text and lots to spot on every page, these playful scenes are just the thing to help very young readers understand animal homes and behaviour.

By imagining dinosaurs in modern-day scenarios, readers can learn about their size, diet and other features. For example, a Stegosaurus weighed as much as three cars - so just imagine how it would play on a seesaw!

Hide-and-seek silliness, complete with sturdy sliders on every page and amusing illustrations by Lydia Nichols. This silly but stylish slider book is sure to give little ones a giggle. They'll love joining in with a game of hide-and-seek as they move the sliders to reveal the dinosaur hiding in every scene. Is it behind the sofa? Or in the shower? Just push the slider to find out! With beautiful artwork from google doodler Lydia Nichols, all the family will enjoy reading and playing with this fresh new novelty book.

Hide-and-seek silliness, complete with sturdy sliders on every page and amusing illustrations by Lydia Nichols. This silly but stylish slider book is sure to give little ones a giggle. They'll love joining in with a game of hide-and-seek as they move the sliders to reveal the lion hiding in every scene. Is it behind the sofa? Or in the shower? Just push the slider to find out! With beautiful artwork from google doodler Lydia Nichols, all the family will enjoy reading and playing with this fresh new novelty book.

A one-of-a-kind paper-cut book where geography comes to life! Planet Earth uses ingenious paper cuts to reveal the amazing details of our planet, from bubbling volcanoes to rushing rivers to its boiling hot interior. With detailed art by paper-cut studio Bomboland, a fact-packed text, and flaps and die-cuts on every spread, this unique novelty book will appeal to all the family.

Engaging young readers with a playful hide-and-seek theme, this book features sturdy sliders that invite interaction and exploration. Each page reveals delightful surprises, encouraging children to discover hidden characters and objects. The combination of vibrant illustrations and tactile elements makes it an enjoyable and educational experience, perfect for early learning and fostering a love for reading.

A bedtime story to read with baby.Wind down for the night with the classic Sophie la girafe toy, in this boardbook full of gentle messages for bedtime success.Sophie is getting ready to go to bed. Join her in her calming night-time routine for one last book before the lights go out.This short story is perfect for reading aloud with babies and toddlers. Each scene presents first words from around the home, making it the ideal book for little ones just starting to talk, while textured pages will engage even the youngest babies' senses.For parents and carers, each page features short practical tips for bedtime success, consulted by Early Years expert Lizzie Noble.Sophie la girafe has sold more than 50 million teether toys worldwide, and now the iconic toy from France turns 60. Celebrate with Sophie as she steps into the pages of a brand new series of baby books.Designed for reading together with your baby or toddler, this would also make the perfect baby shower or new baby gift.