Preschool Selection

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	I am So Clever In this retelling of a classic fairytale, the big bad wolf is back, all dressed up in Grandma's nightie-but it's not having quite the effect he was hoping for One glorious day the wolf meets Red Riding Hood strolling through the woods. She looks a clever girl, but the wolf knows ...who is the cleverest. He has a plan to outwit her. But this little girl is not so easily duped. And the wolf finds unexpected hazards in wearing a frilly petticoat in the deep dark woods. Read more By Mario Ramos (2-6 years) code: 968346
	Toucan Can! Toucan can do lots of things. Toucan dances, Toucan sings. Toucan bangs a frying pan. Can YOU do what Toucan can? By Juliette MacIver; Sarah Davis (3-5 years) code: B19239
	Roadworks A boisterous picture book full of noisy fun for machine-mad kids."Plan the road. Plan the road. Mark it on the map." Roadworks takes the reader through all the stages of making a road; from planning to construction to driving on the finished road, the full journey is detailed for... young and curious minds with a rhythmic text and bright illustrations. Read more By Sally Sutton; Brian Lovelock (2-6 years) code: 988552
	Who's Driving? A bestselling and much-loved Gecko Press title now in board book A new play on the fable of the tortoise and the hare. This is a picture book for drivers of all ages.aoeSimply told, with a minimum of fuss, Who's Driving? is a good example of less is more... For best results, tack...le at full throttle.a The Age (Australia)aoeA joyous ride for any pre-schooler in love with the fast and the furious.a Dominion Post (NZ) Read more By Leo Timmers (1-4 years) code: 1058097
	Ma Wai e Hautu A te reo Maori board book edition of this core Gecko Press backlist title, "Who's Driving?" A new play on the fable of the tortoise and the hare. This is a picture book for drivers of all ages.aoeSimply told, with a minimum of fuss, Who's Driving? is a good example of less is mor...e... For best results, tackle at full throttle.a The Age (Australia)aoeA joyous ride for any pre-schooler in love with the fast and the furious.a Dominion Post (NZ) Read more Illustrated by Leo Timmers; Translated by Karena Kelly (2-6 years) code: 1046968
	A Day with Dogs (Hardback) What do dogs do all day? Dogs on skis, dogs in vehicles, dogs in the kitchen. Features a cast of funny dog characters enacting everyday scenes. A large interactive book full of new words to learn, made with thick tear-proof pages. In the style of Richard Scarry. By Dorothee De Monfreid (0-5 years) code: B19211
	Sports are Fantastic Fun! A witty picture dictionary of the world's most popular sports By Ole Konnecke (3-5 years) code: B19240
	Everyone Walks Away A beautiful, multi-layered picture book about loneliness, exclusion and belonging Frank feels lonely when everyone walks away. Tilly, Paul and Milan are having fun. Frank cries tears into a pan and then adds sugar, and cooks and stirs for hours. Frank has made jam, his very own r...ecipe. He will now invite the others for afternoon tea. "The people are so small on the large spreads, the surroundings are diffuse, the colours melancholic. Even the objects are on their own. Leaves drop like tears. A gate, a fence, a cul-de-sac; all become barriers, excluding. There's not a word, not a detail too many," August Prize jury. Read more By Eva Lindstrom (2-6 years) code: 943491
	Hey Diddle Diddle Hey diddle diddle is a wonderful Title from Kate Toms. Charming Rhymes with Illustrations. Illustrated by Kate Toms (0-5 years) code: 1040985
	If I Was a Banana This boy's-eye-view of the everyday brings alive all the wonder and oddity of the world inside our own heads. It is simple and funny but resonates long afterward, and begs to be read again. By Alexandra Tylee; Illustrated by Kieran Rynhart (3-5 years) code: B19231
	Morgan Goes to Nowhere One day Morgan wakes up and can't find his favourite toy. When he can't find it Morgan decides that if his toy isn't anywhere, it must be Nowhere. By Richard Fairgray; Tara Black; Terry Jones (3-5 years) code: B19254
	Morgan Goes to Sleep Morgan cannot sleep, so embarks on an epic mission to find Sleep, collecting snores, counting sheep and yawning along the way. By Richard Fairgray; Tara Black; Terry Jones (3-5 years) code: B19255
	Te-Ika-a-Maui/The Fish of Maui Peter Gossage's famous Maori myth about discovering Aotearoa's North Island is now a bilingual Maori-English edition, featuring Merimeri Penfold's translation. Maui's jealous brothers don't want him to come fishing with them. But clever Maui catches the best fish of all. By Peter Gossage; Edited by Merimeri Penfold (3-5 years) code: 1023304
	Te Hopu a Maui i a te Ra/How Maui Slowed the Sun Faced with very short days and very long nights, Maui comes up with a plan to slow the Sun's passage through the sky. Peter Gossage's much-loved retelling of this famous Maori myth has captivated young children for generations. By Peter Gossage; Edited by Merimeri Penfold (3-5 years) code: 1023305
	Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy The iconic first Hairy Maclary book, which introduces Hercules Morse, Bitzer Maloney, Muffin McLay, Bottomley Potts, Schnitzel von Krumm and of course the famous Hairy Maclary from Donaldon's Dairy. The six dogs go out for a walk, but little do they know that Scarface Claw, the t...oughest tom in town is lurking round the next corner. Read more By Lynley Dodd (2-6 years)
	100 People It's time to start playing hide and seek! Are you ready? Find the pirates, the kings, the schoolchildren and more, By Masayuki Sebe (3-5 years) code: 430392
	10 Little Friends Olly is waiting for all of his friends to arrive. Count along as each of them turn up and see all of the awesome adventures they have together. With a fun counting element, 10 Little Friends is the perfect book for story time. (3-5 years) code: 1040979
	Aleph A funky large-format first book of words and pictures By Janik Coat (2-6 years) code: 940601
	Always There Bear Whether you're at the beach or hiding inside on a rainy day; whether you're having tea with a friend or reading a book by yourself; whether you're happy and bouncing or grumpy or sick, it's always nice to have an always there bear. By Trudi Granger; Illustrated by Gareth Llewhellin (3-5 years) code: B19243
	Astromouse When Pip the mouse learns that the moon is made of stinky cheese, he has a big idea - he's going to be an Astromouse! Beautifully illustrated, QED Storytime introduces young children to the pleasures of reading and sharing stories. Illustrated by Steve Smallman (3-5 years) code: B19201
	Bear's Magic Moon Little Polar Bear is afraid of the dark. He won't even go outside to see the moon with his dad. Come and see how brave a bear can be in this magical, moonlit story. (0-5 years) code: 467411
	The Best Party in the World Little Mouse is ready to party! But she's in for a big surprise when guests from all over the world arrive on her doorstep. Join the celebration in this fun-filled story, all about welcoming new friends. (3-5 years) code: 1040977
	Big Bad Bunny Big Bad Bunny is a hilarious tale of one bunny and his naughty ways. (3-5 years) code: 1040980
	The Big Sad Wolf and The Mean Little Pigs Beautifully illustrated and simple stories for young children and parents to enjoy. A fresh take on a classic fairy story. (2-6 years) code: 1054981
	A Book is a Book This book asks 'what is a book?' It celebrates books and reading. Although 'told' from a child's view, it captures the value and magic of books felt by all voracious readers. By Jenny Bornholdt; Illustrated by Sarah Wilkins (3-6 years) code: B15283
	Bruno Days come and go, and for Bruno they always bring something interesting. And once in a while, a day comes along that is just about perfect! These six linked stories are full of friendship, silliness, and the little moments that make life good. By Catharina Valckx; Illustrated by Nicolas Hubesch; Translated by Antony Shugaar (3-7 years) code: B19232
	Christmas Llama She dreamed of cosy scarves and playing in the snow all day. And what Lucy really wanted was to help pull Santa's sleigh! Lucy Llama lives up in the sunny hilltops, but she longs to visit the North Pole and be just like a reindeer! Will Lucy get her Christmas wish? Find out in th...is festive tale that shows you should never stop dreaming. Read more By Stephanie Moss; Illustrated by Katya Longhi (3-5 years) code: B19207
	Daisy Dinosaur Gets Lost When Rex has to watch over his little sister Daisy he isn't very happy about it. He starts telling Daisy what to do - sit over there, stand on one leg - and she does it! But when he tells her to get lost he regrets being mean to his sister - will he ever find her again? This is a...n adorable story about two dinosaur siblings. It is written by an award-winning author. It comes with supporting notes and discussion points for parents and teachers. Read more By Steve Smallman; Illustrated by Daniel Howarth (3-5 years) code: B19205
	Disney Junior Doc McStuffins: As Big As A Whale Follow Doc and her friends in this adorable Little Treasures book, Disney Junior Doc McStuffins's As Big As A Whale. Adapted by Andrea Posner-Sanchez; Illustrated by Mike Wall; Original author Chris Nee (3-5 years) code: B18142
	Elepants Join the animal fun in this rhyming picture storybook as Ellie the elephant learns an important lesson about pants and growing up. Written by Joshua George and illustrated by Jennie Poh, Elepants teaches boys and girls ages 3+ that no matter how big your 'elepants' are, someone's... always got bigger ones! Read more By Joshua George; Illustrated by Jennie Poh (3-5 years) code: B19245