Sean Taylor crafts compelling narratives for young readers, driven by an encouragement for them to explore their own creativity. His work often springs from peculiar inspirations, transforming them into engaging stories. With extensive experience in schools, Taylor uses poetry and storytelling to ignite children's imaginations. His writing aims to captivate and inspire young minds, fostering their own unique voices.
Natterjack Toad eagerly anticipates enjoying his chocolate-chunk cookies on a beautiful day, but his plans are thwarted by a hungry heron. As he attempts to savor his treat, various obstacles arise, each one posing a threat to his snack time. The story combines humor and adventure, enhanced by Kathryn Durst's playful illustrations and Sean Taylor's engaging text, making it an ideal read-aloud choice for children during snack time or any time of day.
Charming tales featuring Piglet and his friends introduce children to poetry through engaging narratives. Each story highlights a joyful childhood moment while teaching a specific poetic form, such as puddle poems and comparing poems. With practical tips and delightful illustrations by Sam Usher, this book encourages young readers to express themselves creatively and embrace their inner poet, making the art of poetry fun and accessible for all.
Meet Natterjack Toad. And look what he's got! Chocolate-chunk crunchy-munch cookies. They taste terrific and make a mighty crunch! And all he wants is one bite. But what if other animals are listening for something to eat? Can he stop himself from making a mighty crunch? And will he ever eat one of those cookies?
It's a VERY hot day. Monster is THIRSTY. He wants a drink!But UH-OH! Where is he going to find one? Hold on tight - Monster is in for another wild ride! This laugh-out-loud picture book is perfect for anyone who's ever wanted a long, cool drink on a long, hot day. With bold, bright illustrations by the talented Fred Benaglia, it's a hilarious picture-book treat and ideal for fans of Oi! Frog.
From award-winning author Sean Taylor, When Dinosaurs Walked the Earth is a
hilarious picture-book about Smallasaurus, who enjoys a plant-based diet,
Badasaurus who likes to eat small dinosaurs with a plant-based diet, and
Worseasaurus, who enjoys eating them both!
From Sean Taylor, the author of Hoot Owl, Master of Disguise, and the illustrator of Little Green Donkey, Anuska Allepuz, comes a stunning original bedtime poetry collection to comfort, inspire and reassure little children. From best-selling picture book author, Sean Taylor, comes his first ever poetry collection for children. The Dream Train is a handsome new collection of original bedtime poetry perfect for sharing whilst tucked up in bed, written for the very young. Filled with 30 warm, joyful and atmospheric poems of every kind - from the funny to the gentle, from the surprising to the lyrical - each capture the experience of falling or being asleep, in a pure, emotional way and celebrates the wonderful, busy, imaginative minds of little children. Some poems read like a soothing mantra, helping lull small ones to sleep, others will plant a seed of inspiration to take children bravely and boldly into the next day. This gift of a book takes readers on a visual and imaginative journey into dreamland, and beyond, and showcases the incredibly rich and inviting artwork of Anuska Allepuz.
Monster is HUNGRY. He wants PIZZA. And he's got a PHONE! But uh oh . . . who is he going to call? Hold the line - Monster is in for a wild ride! WARNING: This book may make you laugh your socks off! A hilarious picture book that's perfect for anyone who's ever REALLY wanted PIZZA. With bold, bright illustrations by the talented Fred Benaglia, it's an unmissable treat, and perfect for fans of Oi Frog!
