Michael Rosen

**'Enchanting . . . Full of hope and love' - Sunday Post** **The most uplifting picture book of the year, from master storyteller Michael Rosen** Big Bear and Little Bear are going on a Big Journey to find a new home. So begins a grand adventure, as two bears set out on an epic journey over the mountains, drawing on all their courage and resilience to see them safely to the other side. In this heartwarming sequel to their acclaimed picture book The Big Dreaming, bestselling author Michael Rosen and award-winning illustrator Daniel Egnéus tell a story of hope, love and resilience: a modern classic for our times.

The story of a little girl and her beloved cat who goes missing at Christmas - written and illustrated by the author and illustrator behind international phenomenon We're Going on a Bear Hunt and endorsed by Big Issue, working to end poverty in the UK. Originally published in Big Issue magazine as a short story this is now an irresistible clothbound stocking-filler gift book. Walker Books will donate 50p from every copy sold to Big Issue. Christmas is coming, and everyone seems happy behind their cosy front doors - except Evie’s family. Ever since Mum and Grandpa had their big argument, Mum has been sad and Grandpa has stopped coming round. Then Evie’s beloved cat, Pax, runs away. Evie knows she won’t survive out there on her own. If only Grandpa was here! He would know what to do. As Evie searches the streets for Pax, can she hope for not one miracle, but two?

The bestselling classic by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury – beautifully reimagined in an adapted carousel gift edition with peep-through pages. The perfect present for bear-lovers and brave explorers. We're going on a bear hunt. We're going to catch a big one. Will you come too? Step into the world of the bear hunt and join the family as they swish swash through the grass, splash splosh through the river and squelch squerch through the mud in this carousel version of the classic family favourite We're Going on a Bear Hunt. With a specially adapted, short version of the much-loved chant and Helen Oxenbury's charming watercolour illustrations as they've never been seen before, each section is made up of three exquisite cut-paper layers to create an intricate and immersive book experience. In a collectable format and with foil and a beautiful ribbon tie, this is the perfect present and a gift to treasure for ever.

The ultimate treasury of Michael Rosen's best-loved poems, brought together for the first time in one beautifully illustrated collection. Celebrate the very best of Michael Rosen in a gorgeous gift edition illustrated by a selection of award-winning artists. This collection brings together for the first time popular poems such as "Chocolate Cake", "Hot Food" and "No Breathing in Class!". From the hilarious to the heart-warming, Michael's poems about childhood, family and friendships will inspire a love of reading and rhyme. The perfect selection to read aloud, join in with and learn by heart, this is a book that will be treasured by all generations, for years to come.

The best-selling classic by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury, beautifully reimagined in a carousel gift edition with peep-through pages, gold foil, and a beautiful ribbon tie, is the perfect present for brave explorers and a gift to treasure forever. Step into the world of the bear hunt and join the family as they swish swash through the grass, splash splosh through the river, and squelch squerch through the mud in this carousel version of the classic family favorite We're Going on a Bear Hunt. With a specially adapted short version of the much-loved chant and Helen Oxenbury's charming watercolor illustrations as they've never been seen before, each section is made up of three exquisite layers to create an intricate and immersive book experience.

Enjoy some of the very best poems from the nation's favourite family poet, Michael Rosen, in this laugh-out-loud poetry book. Dive into a brand-new edition of a classic collection of Michael Rosen's poems, featuring all-time favourites including “Hot Food”, “No Breathing in Class” and “Babysitter”. With lively illustrations from rising star Hannah Robinson, this is the perfect way to introduce younger readers to the playful side of poetry. NICE!

From national treasure Michael Rosen and award-winning illustrator Alex Willmore comes a hilarious new picture book about a mischievous cat. Our neighbour has a cat. We call it “Neighbour’s Cat”. Sometimes, he comes to our house … and he acts like he lives here! But what does he get up to when he’s out of sight upstairs? Does he play with our toys? Take a bubble bath? Or worse?! A riotous romp of a picture book from former Children’s Laureate Michael Rosen, with laugh-out-loud illustrations from multi-award-winning illustrator Alex Willmore, guaranteed to delight animal-lovers everywhere.

Words Aloud is the follow-up volume to Words United, with around 50 poems mostly exploring how words are used and abused, for good and for ill. There are a diverse range of poems covering Michael''s family, history, education, politics and other subjects.

Metsän eläinten asuttamassa laaksossa ei enää riitä ruokaa kaikille. Pikkunallen ja Isonallen täytyy siksi lähteä pitkälle matkalle etsimään uutta kotia. Pikkunallea askarruttaa tutusta ja turvallisesta ympäristöstä luopuminen. Miten koti-ikävästä voi selvitä? Ja mitä jos siellä uudessa paikassa eksyy? Kahden karhun suuri seikkailu rohkaisee lukijaa uusien alkujen äärellä.

The ultimate beginner’s guide to the magic of Shakespeare, from the award-winning Michael Rosen and Chris Riddell. Step inside a sparkling celebration of the wonderful words of William Shakespeare. With former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen as your guide, discover how Shakespeare explores love and heartbreak, magic and superstition, jealousy, beauty and much more in a collection of quotes and speeches taken from his plays – plus a selection of Shakespearean insults and one-liners! Michael Rosen’s commentary illuminates the Bard for beginners alongside sumptuous illustrations by Chris Riddell, making this the perfect book to bring Shakespeare to life for all ages.

Get out and about in nature with this brilliant book of year-round outdoor activities inspired by the world of We're Going on a Bear Hunt. Inspired by the world of the modern classic and much-loved family favourite We're Going on a Bear Hunt, this is an outdoor activity book for young nature-lovers and their families everywhere! With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, there are over 30 nature adventures to be had! Set out in seasonal chapters with four brand new Bear Hunt poems by Michael Rosen, each section includes activities such as pond-dipping, star-gazing, den-building, bird-feeding alongside rain gauges, scavenger hunts, tree investigations and conker noughts and crosses. Ideal for families with young children, this engaging book is guaranteed to make going for a walk a whole lot more fun!

From the author of Michael Rosen’s Sad Book comes a moving story of loss and acceptance. Michael’s son Eddie has died. But does that mean he has really gone? Michael decides to go and look for him. Visiting the places they went together and speaking to his friends and siblings, he discovers how Eddie is alive in their memories. Eddie is still here. Simply told, and with emotional honesty by the former Children’s Laureate about his own experience of losing his son Eddie, this is a vital book for children dealing with grief and loss, showing how a loved one can be kept with you through memories. Illustrated with warmth and sensitivity by acclaimed illustrator Gill Smith, and with an afterword by Michael Rosen.

Nu ska vi gå på björnjakt och fånga oss en bamse. Vilken underbar dag! Vi är inte rädda. För första gången på svenska: den världskända ­be­rät­­telsen om björnjakten som inte alls blir som deltagarna i den föreställde sig ... »Ett dramatiskt och humoristiskt mästerverk ... En klassiker för alla åldrar i alla tider.« Independent on Sunday Michael Rosen, född 1946, är en engelsk barnboks­författare, poet och professor i barnlitteratur vid University of London. Han har skrivit över 200 böcker för barn och vuxna. Den mest kända av dem är för­mod­ligen Nu ska vi gå på björnjakt som har översatts till många språk och sålt i över 15 miljoner exemplar. https://www.michaelrosen.co.uk/ Helen Oxenbury, född 1938, är en engelsk illustratör och författare av bilderböcker för barn. Hon har publi­cerat över 140 böcker och har tilldelats bl.a. Kate Green­away Medal och Book Trust Lifetime Achievement Award. År 2025 utgav hon, till­sammans med Michael Rosen, Oh Dear, Look What I Got!. https://helenoxenbury.co.uk/