Jill Tomlinson

Age group 6 plus. Reissue new jacket.

This month sees reissues of six delightful animal stories from the author of Owl Who Was Afraid Of The Dark, with enchanting new illustrations by Susan Hellard. They are as follows; Cat Who Wanted To Go Home, Gorilla Who Wanted To Grow Up, Hen Who Wouldn't Give Up, Otter Who Wanted To Know, and Penguin's Progress.

Part of a series of top quality picture books at competitive pocket money prices. This pocket sized mini edition is perfect as a stocking filler or party present or as an extra special card to send to a friend.

A gorgeously illustrated picture book edition of the beloved classic children's story about overcoming fears. HRH the Duchess of Cambridge will be reading The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark on CBeebies Bedtime Stories on Sunday 13th February as part of Children’s Mental Health Week. Plop, the baby owl, is like every barn owl there ever was, except for one thing – he is afraid of the dark . . . The dark is brimming with excitement and magic. As Plop ventures into the night, he meets a boy who shows him fireworks, a black cat who takes him exploring, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, among other surprising discoveries . . . Filled with gentle humour and heart-warming illustrations, this uplifting story about finding the courage to face your fears has been beloved of parents and children for decades – and its message of resilience is as timely as ever! An abridged picture book edition.

Dass ausgerechnet eine Eule Angst vor der Dunkelheit hat, ist wirklich sehr ungewöhnlich. Mama Eule schickt deshalb ihren nachtscheuen Sohn aus, um andere zu fragen, warum sie die Nacht lieben.