Children's Picture Books

Laura Wilson / How I Survived the Irish Famine: The Journal of Mary O'Flynn (Children's Picture Book)

A fictionalized account of one family's survival of the Irish famine. Told through the eyes of 12-year-old Mary O'Flynn, the story begins in the summer of 1845 when the O'Flynns' entire potato crop is destroyed by the blight. In the increasingly...

Sally Morgan / Dolphins and Porpoises (Children's Picture Book)

This series offers an introduction to the world of animals: where they live, how they grow and learn, what they eat and the dangers they have to face.     All of our books are second hand, and while you may not get the exact copy shown in the...

Sally Hewitt / Your Food (Children's Picture Book)

What kind of food do you eat? Do you choose food that is good for you, or only by what tastes good? Your Food invites readers to take at look at the food they eat and learn how to make healthy decisions. Case studies and step-by-step activities help...

Jennings Terry / Plants (Children's Picture Book)

From city streets to cliffs by the sea, discover the birds, bugs, plants and small mammals that live in your area. Handy factfiles and stunning photographs help you to identify wildlife in its natural habitat. What are you waiting for? Get...

Jane Chapman / Love Enough for Two (Children's Picture Book)

Little owl Mo is in for a surprise when his baby cousin Bibi comes to stay. She seems cute enough. But will there be enough of Grandma's love to go around? Written and illustrated by the award-winning Jane Chapman (Squish Squash Squeeze!, No More...

Susan Martineau / Terrible Tricks And Devious Disguises (Children's Picture Book)

Learn how to mystify your friends with the Moving Matchbox, or disguise yourself with a bald head or fake mustache Even a master of disguise or mistress of trickery can learn something new from this book. Turn yourself into a Headless Horror, offer your...

Lydia Monks / Twit Twoo School #1 Mouse's Big Day (Children's Picture Book)

Welcome to Twit Twoo School! In this first story meet Mouse, Mole, Owl, Frog, Rabbit and their teacher Miss Hoot at their fun-filled treetop school. It's Mouse's first day, and she's feeling a little nervous - in fact, she doesn't want to go to school at...

Steve Parker / I Love Spiders (Children's Picture Book)

Younger readers will love this series of first fact books. Simple text and beautifully detailed images cover children's favorite topics. Ideal for reading and sharing with your child.     All of our books are second hand, and while you may not...

Linda Jacobs Altman / Amelia's Road (Children's Picture Book)

Tired of moving around so much, Amelia, the daughter of migrant farm workers, dreams of a stable home.     All of our books are second hand, and while you may not get the exact copy shown in the picture, all of our books are in very good...

Lynley Dodd / Slinky Malinki, Open the Door (Children's Picture Book)

Lynley Dodd, winner of numerous awards for her hugely popular series featuring Hairy Maclary and his many canine and feline friends, continues to entertain us with delightful rhyming text. Enjoy the entire Hairy Maclary collection as he and his...

Anthony Browne / The Tunnel (Children's Picture Book)

Jack fearlessly explores the tunnel he found while playing, but when he doesn't return, his sister Rose goes in the tunnel to find him.     All of our books are second hand, and while you may not get the exact copy shown in the picture, all of...

Susan Meredith / Starting Computers (Children's Picture Book)

Written using clear and simple language -- ideal even for first-time computer users-- Improve your confidence and produce professional results.     All of our books are second hand, and while you may not get the exact copy shown in the picture,...

Richardo Keens-Douglas / Anancy and the Haunted House (Children's Picture Book)

Anancy was the biggest and strongest spider in the whole town. He had traveled far and wide, climbed the highest mountains, and, yes, scared the most famous people. He loved to boast about his adventures, which, according to him, were bigger and better...

Sara Carroll / The Tweenies: The Magic Lamp (Children's Picture Book)

The Tweenies decide to stage their own version of "Aladdin and the Lamp". With Judy as their narrator, the Tweenies dress up and get straight into their parts. Aladdin (Milo) is trapped in a cave by his wicked uncle (Jake). The genie of the lamp (Bella)...

Grace Swanton / Princess Esme and the Special Guest (Children's Picture Book)

      All of our books are second hand, and while you may not get the exact copy shown in the picture, all of our books are in very good condition. Removing stickers from a book may damage it, so we refrain from doing so. If you see a...

Belinda Gallagher / The Feast of the Lanterns and Other Stories (Children's Picture Book)

Each book in this spellbinding collection will capture young readers imaginations with tales of enchanted creatures, curious folk and imaginary lands. Stories by renowned authors such as Rudyard Kipling, the Brothers Grimm, Joseph Jacobs and Andrew Lang...

Martin Waddell , Susan Varley / Captain Small Pig (Children's Picture Book)

This is a quietly charming story with evocative illustrations.“I’m Captain Commander!” Small Pig said.“Aye-Aye, Captain Small Pig!” yawned Old Goat. “You are in charge of this boat!”But Small Pig soon tires of...

I Wonder Why Records are Broken (Children's Picture Book)

I WONDER WHY RECORDS ARE BROKEN takes a look at the biggest, the smallest, the highest, the lowest, the fastest, the slowest . . . and many other facts, figures, records and measurements from both the natural world and the various fields of human...

Colin McNaughton / What Now, Cushie Butterfield? (Children's Picture Book)

Cushie Butterfield, that curious little cow, is always asking Who? What? Where? and Why? She’s driving her mother and father just a little crazy. Will her questions never end? This second Cushie Butterfield story is a guaranteed giggle-maker for...

Valerie Wilding / The Princess Files (Children's Picture Book)

Everyone knows about the princesses in fairy tales. But this book tells us all about real princesses, and answers all the questions we might have about What is a princess? Do they all become queens? Are they all rich? How are they educated? What do they...

Battle Force 5: Starting Line (Children's Picture Book)

Awesome story book based on the hit TV series plus poster. Vert Wheeler, pro driver, finds himself drawn into an inter-dimensional battle zone by a freak storm when out racing. He becomes involved in a fight to save earth from two vicious alien the...

Sally Hewitt / The Greeks (Children's Picture Book)

Introduces past civilisations in an instantly accessible way. Enriched by colour photographs and illustrations and an easy to read text.     All of our books are second hand, and while you may not get the exact copy shown in the picture, all of...

Anne Faundez / Sing a Song of Sixpence (Children's Picture Book)

      All of our books are second hand, and while you may not get the exact copy shown in the picture, all of our books are in very good condition. Removing stickers from a book may damage it, so we refrain from doing so. If you see a...

Richard Penny / Of Course You Can Meet The Queen! (Children's Picture Book)

After The Duke of Gloucester visits a young girl’s school, she dreams of meeting The Queen of England.When she asks her father if she might be able to meet The Queen, he suggests they wait at the gates of Buckingham Palace every Saturday and Sunday...

Jan Mark / The Midas Touch (Children's Picture Book)

When King Midas helps a strange old creature tied up in his vineyard, he is granted a wish for his kindness. He wishes that all he touches should be turned to gold. However, he soon learns that having the golden touch is a terrible gift indeed...

Rachel Wright / History News The Viking News (Children's Picture Book)

Each book in "The News" series presents, in newspaper form, one of the great civilizations of the ancient world. Major news stories from home and abroad combine with features on all aspects of daily life - from food to philosophy, farming to fashion -...

Sally Chambers / Wilbie and Harry (Children's Picture Book)

From the first time they met, Wilbie and Harry have been the best of friends. They do everything together. One of their favourite places to play is in their den at the bottom of Harry's garden. Each week they put some of their pocket money into an old...

Kate Gaynor / The Winner (Children's Picture Book)

This book has been designed to help explain Asthma and its effects to young children. By reading this story with your child, he/she can see the positive experiece of a fellow asthma sufferer. It firstly reassures them that they are not the only child...

Paul Hess / Animal Worlds (Children's Picture Book)

Simple words, exquisite pictures, and amusing verses work together in this collection of animal verses. Bold illustrations, detailed side panel artwork, and rhymes depict each animal in its environment, teaching children about foreign landscapes and...

Eric Löbbecke / Purple Snow (Children's Picture Book)

Cockatoo has traveled all the way from Australia to Polar Bear’s home to see the white snow. But it's not what he expects. When he invites his friends to see the purple snow that falls in Australia in summer each year, they laugh and laugh. Only...

Peter Yarrow , Lenny Lipton , Éric Puybaret / Puff, the Magic Dragon (Children's Picture Book)

Welcome to Honalee, an enchanted land of imagination and love.In this special place, you can share in the adventures of Jackie Paper and his childhood friend, Puff, the magic dragon.The timeless Peter, Paul and Mary song is now an unforgettable...

Play Piano with the Wiggles (Children's Picture Book)

      All of our books are second hand, and while you may not get the exact copy shown in the picture, all of our books are in very good condition. Removing stickers from a book may damage it, so we refrain from doing so. If you see a...

Dolores Keaveney / Beelicious: Recipes with Honey (Children's Picture Book)

This book is educational and informative, and is a cheerfully illustrated collection of recipes with simple instructions and large fonts, bursting with colour and most of all fun.It is a child’s first cookery book. For children aged 4/8 with simple...

Graham Peacock / Fun to Learn Science: Ages 6-8 (Children's Picture Book)

      All of our books are second hand, and while you may not get the exact copy shown in the picture, all of our books are in very good condition. Removing stickers from a book may damage it, so we refrain from doing so. If you see a...

Philip Ardagh , Elissa Elwick / Little Adventurers: Leafy the Pet Leaf (Children's Picture Book)

From the award-winning Philip Ardagh, and rising illustration talent Elissa Elwick, comes a brand-new picture book series! Meet the Little Adventurers Finnegan, Sprat, Floss and Peanut. Each week they meet in their top-secret shed HQ, ready to share...

Graham Oakley / Foxbury Force and the Pirates (Children's Picture Book)

A gang of pirates have gone into business on the Municipal Boating Lake. After Inspector Flannel is kidnapped, the Foxbury Force goes undercover led by Sergeant Bumper. After several duckings and enlisting the services of a tractor, the Force is...

Paul Geraghty / Tortuga (Children's Picture Book)

The exciting story of how a colony of tortoises is established on a remote South Sea islandTortuga, the tortoise, is caught in a storm and finds herself washed up on a remote island where raiding sea birds swoop down and steal her newly laid...

Susan Chandler , Delphine Durand / Welcome to Cuckooville (Children's Picture Book)

One of the townspeople in Cuckooville talks nothing but gobbledygook and the Mayor has had enough! “This has got to stop!” he demands. But has the Mayor spoken too soon? One day, disaster strikes the town. Strange foreigners have invaded and...

Harriet Blackford / Gorilla's Story (Children's Picture Book)

Gorilla's Story' follows the life of a young gorilla growing up and learning to live alone in the African jungle. The book includes facts, conservation information and parental notes.     All of our books are second hand, and while you may not...

Phoebe Beinstein / Dora Saves the Snow Princess (Children's Picture Book)

Dora needs your help to save the Snow Princess! Dora and her friends journey across the Icy Ocean, past the Snow Hills, and through the dark cave to reach the tower where the Snow Princess is held captive. Then she must retrieve the magic crystal from...

Anthea Bell / Cinderella (Children's Picture Book)

Illustrations featuring mix of styles in both clothing and architecture set the story in an imaginary yet vaguely familiar landscape, lit by a dreamlike haze. The smoothly told story contains the familiar details and a happy ending in which Cinderella...

Alec Sillifant , Heather Alle / Little Green Monsters (Children's Picture Book)

Errol's the new rooster on the block ... Keen to know everything, and just as keen to get everything right. Then, one day, he finds out what is about to hatch in the henhouse. Now only Errol can save the farmyard from the Little Green...

Anna Milbourn / How the Elephant Got His Trunk (Children's Picture Book)

Rudyard Kipling's classic 'Just So' story, retold for young readers. According to this much-loved fable, elephants didn't always have long trunks - that is, until one day when the elephant's child could contain his curiosity no longer and stepped closer...

Ben Manley / Vampire Peter (Children's Picture Book)

Everyone says Peter is the baddest boy in school. He likes strange food, wears strange clothes and does strange things. In fact, Peter is a vampire. So when the class gerbil goes missing, Lucy lets Peter take the blame, even though she knows it...

Mary Murphy / Chirp (Children's Picture Book)

We all have a song! We all have something to say! We all get to shout out for a brand new day! We all have a voice and a song to sing! In this joyful, rhythmical picture book, Mary Murphy brings to life the beauty of the dawn chorus and shows that even...

Ronne Randall / Pinocchio (Children's Picture Book)

A lonely woodcutter creates a puppet that comes to life, but Pinocchio is more of a prankster than a pleasure until he learns that being a real boy is much more complicated than simply having fun.     All of our books are second hand, and while...

David Jefferis / Snow Sports (Children's Picture Book)

Involve readers in applied science and reading with these thrill-a-minute titles. Mini-projects illustrate the science behind the sport. Abundant photos and diagrams, easy-to-read text, and extended definitions of technical terms ensure comprehension...

C.S. Lewis / The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Children's Picture Book)

The story of Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy, who step through a magic wardrobe into Narnia, once the peaceful land of Talking Beasts, dwarfs, giants and fauns, but now frozen into eternal winter by the evil White Witch. This book provides an abridged...

Jenny Northway / Get Lost, Laura! (Children's Picture Book)

Lucy and her cousin Alice are trying to play 'going to the ball', but Lucy's baby sister Laura just keeps getting in the way. Lucy wishes she would get lost! But when Laura really does go missing the older girls are desperate to find her. Where can Laura...

Carol Ann Duffy / Moon Zoo (Children's Picture Book)

Hippos wallow in the moon`s deep craters, Bobbing with the rhinos and the alligators." The moon tiger scratches at shooting stars, polar bears float down from their mountain for starfish and chips, and the zookeeper, of course, is an alien. Carol Ann...

Alan Katz / Don't Say That Word! (Children's Picture Book)

  Michael can't wait to tell his mum all about the eventful day he has had at school but this proves difficult when Mum keeps stopping him before he gets to the best bit.   All of our books are second hand, and while you may not get the exact...

Emma Thomson / Friendship and Fairyschool (Children's Picture Book)

Young fairy fans will love this delightful lift-the-flap book starring Felicity Wishes and her friends. Filled with fairy surprises, this book includes pages with golden glitter, envelopes that hold secret fairy letters to be lifted out and read, and...