Books We Love in December 2020
Explore our pick of the very best new children's books in December 2020.
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Honey For You, Honey For Me
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Honey For You, Honey For Me
A gorgeous collection of nursery rhymes and playground songs which toddlers and pre-schoolers will love joining in with.
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Goodnight, Little Llama
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Goodnight, Little Llama
Little Llama is the smallest in the herd and she can't always keep up! When Chinchilla offers to go to the top of the mountain wit…
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The Snowman and the Sun
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The Snowman and the Sun
Told from a snowman’s perspective, this unusual, charmingly wintery tale explores the water cycle, the continuous journey water ta…
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It's Only Stanley
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It's Only Stanley
The Wimbledon family keep getting woken up by their dog, Stanley - what could he possibly be up to in the middle of the night? Fin…
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We're Off To Find a Fairy
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We're Off To Find a Fairy
A family sets off in the countryside to find a fairy - surely they won't be too difficult to find? A lovely rhyming tale that intr…
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Dogger's Christmas
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Dogger's Christmas
Calm, classic and atmospheric, this new story about Dave and his beloved toy Dogger is perfect for sharing in the days leading up …
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The Hospital Dog
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The Hospital Dog
This is the charming story of Dot the dalmatian, a very special dog indeed, who finds out just how important her hospital visits a…
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Crocodile Tears
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Crocodile Tears
This brilliantly illustrated, funny, touching and insightful tale follows the adventures of a restless, young crocodile desperate …
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The Night the Reindeer Saved Christmas
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The Night the Reindeer Saved Christmas
It's Christmas Eve and Santa is getting ready to deliver all the presents - but disaster strikes and his sleigh won't fly! Will he…
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The After Christmas Tree
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The After Christmas Tree
When Brian sees an abandoned Christmas trere on the side of the road, he knows he has to take her home. But his family aren't too …
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A Dancer's Dream: The Real Story of The Nutcracker
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A Dancer's Dream: The Real Story of The Nutcracker
Loosely based on the history of Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, this heartfelt story brings the magic of the ballet to a whole new a…
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Marshmallow Pie the Cat Superstar on TV
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Marshmallow Pie the Cat Superstar on TV
A giggle-inducing, illustrated, first chapter book narrated by Marshmallow Pie, a big, fluffy, grumpy cat who is full of his own i…
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Fearless Fairy Tales
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Fearless Fairy Tales
A hilarious, subversive collection of thoroughly modern fairy tales reflecting a new morality inspired by 21st century issues.
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A Christmas in Time
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A Christmas in Time
Ruby and Alex slip through a magical mirror to Christmas 1872 where they must race against time to save sad, motherless Edith from…
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If You Come to Earth
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If You Come to Earth
Quinn writes a letter to a potential visitor from outer space, explaining the different things they might experience when they vis…
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Is There Anybody Out There?
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Is There Anybody Out There?
An entertaining and funny book exploring what we currently know about space - and how likely it is that we'll find alien life.
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Shoestring: The Boy Who Walks on Air
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Shoestring: The Boy Who Walks on Air
Shoestring is a marvel on the tightrope, but what will happen when he becomes haunted by a pair of white gloves seemingly offering…
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The Miracle on Ebenezer Street
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The Miracle on Ebenezer Street
When George discovers a snow globe containing a memory of his late mother, he and his Christmas-hating dad end up going on an adve…
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Hollowpox: The Hunt for Morrigan Crow
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Hollowpox: The Hunt for Morrigan Crow
An excellent follow-on to the two previous novels, this instalment in the Nevermoor series sees heroine Morrigan desperately searc…
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The Wizard in My Shed
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The Wizard in My Shed
Medieval magic meets a 21st century TV talent show when a vengeful warlock, an ordinary girl and a talking guinea pig are thrown t…
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Adventures on Trains: Kidnap on the California Comet
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Adventures on Trains: Kidnap on the California Comet
Harrison Beck returns to solve another train-based crime! This time a tech billionaire fuels the mystery on the California Comet.
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Kay's Anatomy: A Complete Guide to the Human Body
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Kay's Anatomy: A Complete Guide to the Human Body
A funny, gruesome guide to your body by the best-selling author of This Is Going to Hurt.
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Frostheart: Escape From Aurora
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Frostheart: Escape From Aurora
In the second book in Jamie Littler's epic series, Ash and the crew of the Frostheart arrive at the majestic stronghold Aurora in …
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Emily Lime, Librarian Detective: The Pencil Case
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Emily Lime, Librarian Detective: The Pencil Case
Emily Lime and her hapless cohorts George and Daphne return in this madcap mystery - will they track down a priceless painting sto…
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On The Move
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On The Move
One of a new series of books developed in consultation with the RNIB, this particular title focuses on transport. The board book f…
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David Roberts' Delightfully Different Fairy Tales
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David Roberts' Delightfully Different Fairy Tales
A collection of three retold fairy tales, full of fun and tongue-in-cheek humour - all accompanied by David Roberts' beautiful ill…
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The Dragon Ark
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The Dragon Ark
In this stunning book, Curatoria Draconis - also known as the Dragon Protector - takes us on a journey around the world to meet di…
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Northern Lights
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Northern Lights
Chris Wormell brings Philip Pullman's magnificent adventure to life in this beautiful new illustrated edition - a wonderful additi…
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Love, Love
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Love, Love
Facing bullies at school and feeling lonely at home, Frances embarks on an investigation to figure out why her sister's hair is fa…
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All I Want for Christmas
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All I Want for Christmas
Christmas-crazy Holly swaps lives with an American influencer for the holidays in this fabulously festive story - but will they bo…
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Long Way Down: The Graphic Novel
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Long Way Down: The Graphic Novel
Will's older brother Shawn is shot dead in front of him, leading Will to the conclusion that revenge is his only option. This hard…
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Come on Life: Highs, Lows and How to Live Your Best Teen ...
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Come on Life: Highs, Lows and How to Live Your Best Teen ...
Written by teenage vlogger and campaigner Nikki Lilly, this inspirational book about growing up highlights some of the many pressu…
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