Series:

Picture Books

19 total works

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Little Miss Muffet

by Russell Punter

Published 30 June 2010
Little Miss Muffet gets a shock when a spider drops by to say hello. But he soon comes to her rescue...A quirkily illustrated version of the well-known nursery rhyme, told in rhyming text that's great fun to read aloud.

Cover of Goldilocks and the Three Bears
A charmingly illustrated picture book version of the classic fairy tale for little children. Goldilocks causes trouble wherever she goes, so when she finds an empty cottage in the woods more mischief begins. But the owners of the house are about to return... The simple text and vibrant illustrations will appeal to very young children at story time and to older children just beginning to read alone.

Cover of The Dinosaur who lost his roar

Sid likes scaring his friends with his mighty roar, but when Sid loses his voice, will his friends wish he hadn’t? Specially written for children beginning to read alone, with delightful audio narration.

"Irresistible for children learning to read. " - Child Education Plus

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Tin Soldier

by Russell Punter

Published 1 February 2012
A charming retelling of the timeless classic by Hans Christian Andersen, retold with simple text for children just beginning to read. Tom is delighted when he receives a box of tin soldiers for his birthday. But he has no idea they come to life while he’s asleep! Attractive hardback book with ribbon marker. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University.

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Old Mother Hubbard

by Russell Punter

Published 31 December 2009
A comical retelling of the well-loved traditional rhyme accompanied by humorous illustrations that little children will love to pore over. Old Mother Hubbard is off to the cupboard, but what will she do when she finds it bare? With simple rhyming text, perfect for sharing together.

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There Was a Crooked Man

by Russell Punter

Published 30 October 2009
There was a crooked man, and he walked a crooked mile. He found a crooked sixpence, upon a crooked stile. He bought a crooked cat, which caught a crooked mouse...Read on to see what happened in their little crooked house. The traditional nonsense rhyme, accompanied by humorous illustrations sure to keep young children amused.

Cover of Pussy cat, pussy cat, where have you been? I've been to London to visit the Queen

A charming version of the classic nursery rhyme, delightfully updated to give Pussy cat a full tour of London before he calls on the Queen. Pussy cat visits all the famous London sights including The Tower of London, Shakespeare's Globe, St Paul's Cathedral, and Nelson's Column and enjoys the view from the top of the Shard and a ride on the London Eye.

With beautiful illustrations, this picture book makes a lovely gift or souvenir for a trip to London.

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One, Two, Buckle My Shoe

by Russell Punter

Published 31 December 2009
A picture book version of the classic rhyme, this modern retelling has been specially extended to cover all the numbers up to thirty. Suitable to read aloud to very young children, or for older children to read for themselves. Part of a collectable series of picture books including classic stories and non-fiction.

Cover of Pussy cat, pussy cat, where have you been? I've been to Washington and guess what I've seen...
Pussy cat is off to explore Washington, the capital city of the U.S.A! Tag along as he checks out all the famous sites, from the White House to the Lincoln Memorial, takes a cruise along the Potomac and visits the world’s biggest library. American history is brought to life in this modern version of the classic rhyme.

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Tinder Box

by Russell Punter

Published 1 December 2014
Tom’s meeting with an old woman leads to a cave full of treasure – but a brass tinder box turns out to be even more valuable... Discover why in this classic Hans Christian Andersen story, beautifully illustrated and charmingly retold and perfect for sharing with little children, or for older children to read themselves.

Cover of Pussy cat, pussy cat, where have you been? I've been to Rome and guess what I've seen...
Let pussy cat take you on a tour of Rome, ancient and modern. Discover the world of the Romans, from gladiators to chariot races. Then make a wish at the Trevi Fountain and visit the breathtaking Sistine Chapel. The Eternal City comes to life in this new twist on the well-loved nursery rhyme.

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Easter Story

by Russell Punter

Published 1 February 2013
A sensitive retelling of the classic Bible story, specially written for children developing reading confidence. The dramatic events of Jesus’s final journey are evocatively illustrated with vibrant artwork. Developed in conjunction with reading experts at Roehampton University. Beautifully produced with a hard cover and a ribbon marker.

Cover of Doctor Foster went to Gloucester
Doctor Foster not only travels to Gloucester, but also Oxford, Gosport, Stockton and Bognor in this charmingly illustrated update of the classic nursery rhyme. Children will love reading about Doctor Foster’s adventures in extreme weather conditions from snow and sleet to bright sunshine. A lovely book to share or for children to read themselves.

Cover of Pussy cat, pussy cat, where have you been? I've been to Paris and guess what I've seen...
Pussy cat is off on an exciting tour of Paris. Join him as he cruises down the Seine, climbs the Eiffel Tower and discovers famous paintings in the Louvre Museum. The French capital is vividly brought to life with stylish illustrations in Russell Punter’s delightful new interpretation of the classic rhyme.

Cover of Pussy cat, pussy cat, where have you been? I've been to New York and guess what I've seen...
Pussy cat is off to explore the sights of New York! Little children will love joining pussy cat as he experiences the hustle and bustle of Times Square, enjoys a stroll through Central Park and takes a ride to the top of the Empire State Building. The Big Apple comes alive in this delightfully illustrated new version of the classic rhyme.

Cover of The Dinosaur Who Asked 'What for?'
The Dinosaur Explorer Club is going camping. Everyone wants to help set up camp- except for Daisy. Can her friends persuade her to change her lazy ways? A QR code on the back cover provides a link to an audio recording of the story.

Cover of Pussy cat, pussy cat, where have you been? I've been to London to visit the King
Join pussy cat on his trip to London to visit the King at Buckingham Palace. Along the way you'll see all the famous sights, from The Tower of London to The Houses of Parliament. A QR code on the back cover provides a link to an audio recording of the rhyme.

Cover of The Dinosaur Who Ran The Store
Bella's new department store is about to open. But will things run smoothly if she insists on bossing her staff around? Find out in this picture book version of the popular story from the Dinosaur Tales series. A QR code on the back cover provides a link to an audio recording of the story.

Cover of The Dinosaur who Slammed the Door picture book
Young Max is always stressed out. SLAM! goes door after door, as he stomps out in a mood. But can his teacher Sid help him learn to chill out? Find out in this funny rhyming picture book from the much-loved Dinosaur Tales series.