Great picture books for the summer holidays
The summer holidays are here, which means picnics in the park, getaways to the beach and lazing in the back garden (weather permitting).
Take one or two of these books out with you. You can have a read inbetween having lunch and playing on the swings!
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The Misadventures of Frederick
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The Misadventures of Frederick
Emily is playing in the forest when she sees a boy watching her from a grand house. She invites him to play, but his mother refuse…
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The Quiet Crocodile Goes to the Beach
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The Quiet Crocodile Goes to the Beach
Fossil the quiet crocodile loves the beach but doesn't like the idea of going in the water. Lots of little ones aren’t sure a…
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Sunny Side Up
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Sunny Side Up
This is a joyful and warm-hearted picture book which takes inspiration from CBT coping skills to explore how children can manage d…
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Sofia Valdez, Future Prez
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Sofia Valdez, Future Prez
Sofia Valdez isn’t just a do-gooder: she’s a do-better, visiting people in her community who can’t get out much, or just stopping …
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Trains, Boats and Planes
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Trains, Boats and Planes
Transport and dogs come together in this bright, joyful picture book which follows a train, boat and plane over the course of a bu…
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How To Be A Lion
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How To Be A Lion
Leonard is a gentle lion: just because you’re a lion doesn’t mean that you have to roar. A book about ignoring the aggressive…
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The Cloudspotter
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The Cloudspotter
Franklin was called 'The Cloudspotter' - and he didn't want to share his clouds with anyone. That's why he pops the infuriating Sc…
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Snug as a Bug?
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Snug as a Bug?
Ronald the bug is very snug in his cosy home, until he makes the mistake of answering the door to Snake, who tries to eat him. Sad…
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Unicorn Not Wanted
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Unicorn Not Wanted
This is NOT a story about unicorns. Or pugs. It is set in the Wild West, with cowboys. But hang on a minute – who’s that? Toddlers…
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Into the Wild
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Into the Wild
Joe loves wild animals and nature, but he lives in the city where it feels like there is no wildness to be found.
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Hedgehog Holidays
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Hedgehog Holidays
Herbert and Hilda Hedgehog have been enjoying a book about the seaside and decide to go and see it for themselves. This gentle sto…
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Don’t Be Silly!
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Don’t Be Silly!
Bouncy Bo and Little Smudge are always being told ‘Don’t Be Silly!’ when they’re just having fun. But what fun do their grandparen…
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Hector and Hummingbird
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Hector and Hummingbird
The story of Hector and Hummingbird is a lovely one for children with - sometimes irritating but always lovable - little brothers …
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Seal Surfer
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Seal Surfer
A welcome re-publication of Foreman's timeless and evocative account of a boy's relationship with life and death.
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Going to the Volcano
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Going to the Volcano
Dwayne is heading off with Jane to look at the volcano. But when they get there, they have a bit of a shock! This hilarious a…
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We Are Not Frogs!
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We Are Not Frogs!
Alice and Jago are playing in granny's garden one day when they find lots of toads in the long grass. Michael Morpurgo's lovely na…
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Rules of Summer
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Rules of Summer
An excellent book illustrating 'what I learned last summer' that would be an inspiring addition to any bookshelf.
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Come Away from the Water, Shirley
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Come Away from the Water, Shirley
John Burningham’s simple yet sophisticated account of a trip to the seaside is both a masterly drawing of grumpy Mum and Dad and a…
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I Need a Wee!
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I Need a Wee!
Alan the bear is having a fantastic time at the funfair until he starts dancing in that unmistakeable way and his friends have to …
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My Two Grandads
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My Two Grandads
Aston’s granddads are different from each other, but both love playing musical instruments.
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Billy and the Beast
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Billy and the Beast
Billy and her friend Fatcat are enjoying a walk in the woods when they notice that the bunnies and mice have gone missing – a…
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Harold’s Hungry Eyes
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Harold’s Hungry Eyes
Young readers will love this story of hungry Harold the dog, and have a great time spotting all the original places that food has …
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Pass It On
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Pass It On
The little girl in this bright, happy book embraces the simple act of passing on smiles, laughs, chuckles and whoops to others.
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Smart About Sharks
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Smart About Sharks
Presenting an ever-popular topic, this fantastic, high quality illustrated book is fascinating and attractive.
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Finn Family Moomintroll
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Finn Family Moomintroll
Moomintroll is cheerful and chubby and lives in the magical Moominvalley with his mother, Moominmamma, his father, Moominpappa and…
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