Rosalind BeardShaw Libri

A magical story about the importance of kindness and friendship. When a little girl finds a lost star, she takes it home and cares for it, just like a beloved pet. She reads it stories, makes it special snacks and tucks it into bed at night. The more she cares for the star, the brighter it glows. Until, one day, it's time to let go ... A heartfelt story about caring for others and learning to let go, from BAFTA award-winning writer and CILIP Greenaway-nominated author Corrinne Averiss. Perfect for sharing at bedtime.

'Someone's eating Mr Bear's porridge. Someone's going into Grandma's cottage. Someone's climbing up a great big beanstalk. WHO IS IT?' With each page in this bright and bold picture book you have a chance to guess exactly who the mystery fairy-tale's character is, as they are half-hidden and then revealed on the following whether it be Goldilocks, Little Red Riding Hood or Jack - and others! All children familiar with classic fairy tales will love to have a go at guessing who is hiding from them in each fairy tale. A perfect reminder and introduction to fairy tale fun!

This heart-warming picture book about sharing is by the author of 'Grandma's Beach'.

Drawing on fieldwork and archival research, Shaw argues that memories of the slave trade in Sierra Leone have shaped (and been reshaped by) experiences of colonialism, postcolonialsm, and the country's ten-year rebel war.

Jack the duck fears the dark, while Olivia the Owl fears the light. Together, they help each other face their fears by exploring the beauty of day and night, leading to an unexpected friendship.

Age range 4 to 8 Lulu has her library card. She has her rucksack full of borrowed books. Most important of all, she has a big smile on her face because it's Tuesday and she and her Mummy are going to the library...Once there, she enjoys storytime and rhyme time, then she chooses new books to take home. Lulu's Mummy is a role model too -- choosing her own books to take out and reading to Lulu at bedtime -- they have a new story AND an old favourite to end the day. Lulu is beloved by parents of young children and librarians the world over - her enthusiasm for books and stories is wonderfully captured in the bright and endearing artwork which perfectly compliments the simple text. At a time when libraries are under threat, Lulu shows the impact that easy access to books and reading can have on a young child (and their family) in growing enthusiastic readers and learners: 'Lulu can convince us all that books and stories are absolutely the best thing in the world.' -- The Reading Zone

While Little Fox is chasing autumn leaves, he plays a game with Daddy and, as they play, Little Fox learns that the sky goes on forever, just like love. A heart-warming story about the special bond between father and son.

This alphabet board book will teach little ones all about nature. Following two children on a day in the countryside, beautiful illustrations and visual storytelling bring a narrative feel to this simple book for very young readers.