Welbeck Publishing Group Limited

A picture book edition of a much-loved classic, with illustrations by award-winning artist, Robert Ingpen.

This timeless tale has never been out of print and is one of the best-loved children's titles in English literature. Kenneth Grahame's wonderful imagination and quiet humour continue to charm children and adults alike, and Robert Ingpen's stunning illustrations bring to life the adventures of Toad, Mole, Ratty and Badger.


When the Mole leaves his spring-cleaning and heads up into the open air, he embarks on a series of exhilarating adventures with his new friends: the laid-back Ratty, the gruff yet kindly Badger and the self-satisfied, irrepressible Mr. Toad. The impulsive Toad leads the friends from one escapade to the next - from upturned gypsy caravans to stolen motorcars, a daring prison escape and, finally, to a heroic confrontation with the sinister inhabitants of the Wild Wood.

Discover a world of mythical folk, of fairies, goblins, elves, and all kinds of magical beings that dance in our dreams and spark our imagination. Take a walk through the woods at twilight or the hills under a starlit night and delight in a hidden world of magical folk from around the world, from Scottish sprites and Irish leprechauns to fearsome Nordic trolls and Alpine Barbegazi. This beautifully illustrated guide will help you find their secret hiding places, show you the best times to spot them, and how to keep your distance.

Beautifully written by bestselling author Maz Evans and sumptuously illustrated by Hans Christian Andersen Award-winning artist Robert Inpgen, this is the perfect book for fans of mythical folk and magic.

“Olive and Aunty Jen are making a sunshine pie for
a picnic with friends, but how do you turn sunshine into pie?...a sweet look at
relatives working together to make a treat for their friends….Edmonds’
illustrations are bright and cheerful. A low-key tale that’s tasty whether it’s
sunny or rainy.”—Kirkus Reviews
'Sunshine! We're making a sunshine pie.'

Olive and Aunty Jen are going to make a special pie for their picnic in the garden. It's a SUNSHINE pie! But how do you catch the sun and put it in a pie? Olive is going to find out.
Join them in the supermarket and as they pick their own fruit at the farm, before heading back home to bake. But storm clouds are building – will rain ruin their picnic? It is, after all, a sunshine pie...
Drawing on themes of intergenerational friendship and the value of community, this cozy story journeys from farm to table and teaches us that the best stories, like pies, are made for sharing.
A warm-hearted picture book with a recipe at the back so you too can make your very own sunshine pie!

A fully-illustrated non-fiction picture book that lets readers discover how their favorite foods are grown and made - with exclusive recipes from Annabel Karmel in each one.
Images from renowned children's artist Alex Willmore make each food cheekily spring to life on the page, telling the story of its creation to the reader. Find out how eggs, cheese, tomatoes, pasta, strawberries, honey and chocolate are grown and made, and enjoy the fun, step-by-step food activities in each section too. Best of all, Annabel includes two fantastic, child-friendly recipes for each food. They're perfect for getting kids to create and eat wonderful meals with their favorite food - and for getting fussy eaters to try new foods too.

Count down to the most exciting and spooky night of the year with this celebration of fun and familiar Halloween characters.

The night was dark and the moon was bright. Everyone wanted some fun and a fright. But all through the town, no spooks could be seen... HOW MANY SLEEPS ‘TIL HALLOWEEN?

In the haunted house on Scary Street, Boo was ironing his best sheet. He wanted to look smart and clean . . . Just 10 more nights ‘til Halloween.

Skelly blew his dusty nose, and rubbed the cobwebs off his toes. He polished his bones to a shiny sheen . . . Just 9 more nights ‘til Halloween.

Join your favorite Halloween characters in the haunted house on Scary Street, and find out how they are counting down to the spookiest night of the year! Featuring a vampire, skeleton, ghost, zombie, witch, and more, each character is getting ready for Halloween. Will they cause mischief and mayhem, or do they just want to join in with the trick-or-treating fun?

This fully illustrated picture book tells the story of soccer superstar Harry Kane in a fun, simple way that's perfect for the very youngest soccer fan.

In Soccer Stories: Kane, young readers will find out how Harry Kane went from a promising youngster to captain if the England soccer team. With simple text and engaging art, this fully illustrated picture book is the ideal first read for little soccer fans. They'll love the story of Kane's triumph, especially when they learn that once he was just a soccer-loving kid just like them.

Who's the biggest hero in videogames? You choose!

Dive into an exciting world of video game heroes and their trusty sidekicks with this action-packed, highly illustrated independent and unofficial book for young gamers. Including reviews of the best games and profiles of all your favorite heroes, from Mario to Sonic to Kirby and Astro Bot, this book introduces kids to their favorite characters and the stories behind them.

So... who's the best? You get to choose! Bursting with colorful artwork and fun facts, it's perfect for inspiring the imaginations of the youngest gamers.

Who are the best players in world soccer today?

Is Man City's Erling Haaland still the most prolific in front of goal or is it Harry Kane at Bayern Munich? Which midfielder has the greatest impact on a game - Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham with his attacking play or Barcelona's Pedri with his vision and passing? Who's the top performer between the sticks - is Alisson Becker still the world's premier keeper or has AC Milan's Maignan taken the top spot in 2026?

While every fan has an opinion, back yours up with the latest stats featured in Soccer Legends 2026 (Men's) and show them who's the best soccer pundit! Showcasing the top 100 stars in the modern game, Soccer Legends 2026 offers the latest facts and stats of players in every position who play - or spent most of their careers - in the world's elite leagues.

With a star profile on each page, the book is packed with incisive data and includes stunning heat maps that show the pitch movements of every player featured. Get your copy now and start comparing the goals, assists, saves, freekicks (and a host of other data) of the current icons in world soccer. US league players profiled include Christian Pulisic, Sergio Busquets, and Lionel Messi.

How well do you know the world's greatest Soccer World Cup players? This book contains amazing facts and stats on the greatest men's and women's players of all time, including the greatest players for World Cup 2026!

Showcasing the greatest Soccer World Cup players in the modern game, Greatest Players of the World Cup offers the facts and stats for players in every position who have become World Cup legends. With a star profile for every major player, from greats like Pele to modern stars like Messi and Mbappé, this visually arresting stats book is packed with incisive data and includes all the info on men's and women's World Cup stars you could ever want to know.

Daisy is a shy gamer who likes coding. Ava loves fashion and hanging out with her friends. On the surface it seems like they have nothing in common, but when they both get hooked on the online game Fashionland a special new friendship is formed.

When Daisy works out how to hack the game and insert Ava's cool new designs, their account is blocked! Somehow they have to persuade the game's creators to let them back in - and to do that they need to attend a real-life fashion show

Count down to the most exciting day of the year with this celebration of fun and familiar Christmas activities and characters.

Featuring carol singing, Christmas tree decorating, and gingerbread, dancing snowmen, prancing reindeer, and of course the one-and-only Santa Claus, this is a heart-warming tribute to children's boundless anticipation of Christmas.

The weather is colder—December is here. There’s a fabulous feeling of seasonal cheer. And old folk and young are beginning to say . . .HOW MANY SLEEPS ‘TIL CHRISTMAS DAY?

What a sweet noise from the choir outside! It’s a song about snow and a magic sleigh ride. It’s warming your heart and it’s making you sway. JUST 10 MORE SLEEPS ‘TIL CHRISTMAS DAY!

When buying your presents, don’t think of amounts. It’s not the cost—it’s the thought that counts. It’s going to be fun when you give them away. JUST 9 MORE SLEEPS ‘TIL CHRISTMAS DAY!...

Christmas Day’s here! It’s the time when we share joy with our family, and show friends we care. To loved ones nearby, and to those far away . . .We wish you A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS DAY!

Welcome to the wide world of racing! With Formula One's viewership rocketing and the increasing popularity of a host of other vehicle racing sports, now is the ideal time to get this complete, fun and fully photographic kids' guide to racing.

Inside, readers can find out all about the best F1 drivers and tracks, the latest NASCAR stars and their cars, the coolest bikes and riders in MotoGP, and all about a host of other motorsports, from dirt bike racing to demolition derbies and the monster car scene. There's also plenty of info about the coolest high-speed technology, the latest up-and-coming competitions, the action-packed story of every sport, and tech specs for the fastest vehicles.

Whether you're a diehard F1 fan or you love any kind of fast-paced racing action, this is the book for you.

A fact-packed new soccer encyclopedia for younger readers. All about the world's top competitions, teams, players and much more!

This fantastic new visual encyclopedia for young readers contains everything you need to know about the world of soccer, for big fans and beginners alike. Find out about tournaments from the World Cup to Major League Soccer. Read all about the greatest players in the game like Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappé, and many more. Find out how soccer got started, all about the tactics the pro teams use, and visit the world's greatest soccer stadiums.

With tons of amazing photography and bite-size facts, there's something to wow young readers on every page. There's even a section on key soccer skills. It's everything a young soccer fan could ever want!

Dreams. We all have them, but why? And most importantly, what do they mean?

Inside this book, you will find the answers to these questions and more. Discover the meaning behind dozens of common dreams, from missing teeth to flying, or taking an impossible school test. Find out how to master your nightmares, and learn about the science behind dreaming and getting a good night's sleep. It's all illustrated in a fun, accessible style that will help put your mind at ease and give you an insight into the importance of these wonderful nighttime adventures.

*THE ULTIMATE UNOFFICIAL ARIANA GRANDE FAN BOOK*

Discover everything there is to know about Ariana Grande, pop icon, actress and star. Follow her amazing journey from moving to New York City to chase her dreams, to becoming a worldwide singing sensation and star of much-anticipated movie musical, Wicked.

Uncover the secrets of Ariana Grande's biggest hits, amazing style and extraordinary world - from how she makes her award-winning pop songs and sells out arena tours, to creating her own amazing beauty line and starring on the big screen.

Put your knowledge to the test with quick quizzes, impress your friends with the most amazing quotes, and discover record-breaking stellar stats and facts all about pop icon and star, Ariana Grande!

*This book has not been authorised, licensed or endorsed by Ariana Grande

Buy this book if you're looking for:
- gifts for girls and boys aged 8, 9, 10, 11
- a book that will inspire the biggest Ariana Grande and Wicked fans in your life
- a book to get kids more interested in reading
- a kid-favourite gift for birthdays, holidays or Christmas

Discover tons of amazing illusions, and learn how they work!

Dive into the fascinating world of optical illusions with this incredible book packed with mind-boggling images and fun facts. Kids will marvel at illusions that seem to move, objects that appear impossible, and pictures that transform before their eyes.

This book also unlocks the secrets behind these visual tricks! Discover how your brain and eyes work together to create the magic of illusions. Perfect for curious minds and budding scientists, this book will inspire hours of wonder and exploration. Are you ready to challenge what you see? The adventure begins here!

A fascinating and beautiful guide to the world of fast cars, from the most famous drivers in Formula 1 history to the most dangerous courses in the world. Discover new technological breakthroughs, the key areas in a circuit and what happens at a pit stop. Crammed with facts, anecdotes and stories, prepare to learn everything there is to know about the world's fastest and most exhilarating sports.

Stylishly illustrated by graphic artist Neil Stevens in retro style, this is the perfect book for fans of Formula 1, young or old, to pore over.

This fully illustrated picture book contains fun profiles of the world's biggest soccer stars in a fun, simple way that's perfect for the very youngest soccer fan!

In Soccer Stories: My World Cup Heroes, young readers will find out all about ten of the world's greatest players, and what makes them special! Men's and women's World Cup players incude Mbappé, Neymar, Kane, Salah, Kerr, Messi, and more. With simple text and engaging art, this fully illustrated picture book is the ideal first read for little soccer fans. They'll love the story of these inspirational players, especially when they learn that these megastars were once just soccer-loving kids, just like they are.

"A stand-out title... infused with a sense of hope and excitement... soaring illustrations" -The New Scientist
"In Cindy Forde's environmentalist manifesto Bright New World, Earth's perilous situation fades in comparison to vibrant, sustainable possibilities."-ForeWord Reviews
Bright New World is a lavishly illustrated glimpse into a future not too far from our own time - a world in which today's children have grown up and tackled the world's most pressing social and environmental problems.
In a series of lush, detailed scenes, readers will enter a world of solar-powered vehicles, regenerated rainforests, skyscraper farms, insect-based snacks, recovering coral reefs, wave-powered electricity, and much more.
Bright New World's vision may be bold and optimistic, but everything in the book is based on genuine science, including many projects which are currently being developed. Once readers have seen the possible bright future, they will also learn all about the perils facing the Earth, as well as the solutions to each problem, with practical steps that they can take to help save the planet and make the dream a reality. As well as profiling the biggest names in eco-innovation today, readers will learn about today's young inventors, entrepreneurs and activists who are making the world better, one step at a time.
Bright New World is the blueprint for how to fix the future - and it shows how all the solutions are within our grasp, if we really want them.

Discover Kevin Durant's amazing story in this fully illustrated non-fiction chapter book for all of Kevin's fans.

Kevin Durant is a scoring machine who can shoot from anywhere on the court and dominate with his size, skill, and versatility. Follow his journey from a standout high school player to an NBA superstar, and track all of his key stats along the way! This fun chapter book is packed with original illustrations showing every step of his rise to greatness.
Inside, you'll find real-life quotes, stories about his teammates and rivals, and tons of amazing stats. It's the perfect book for anyone who wants to learn more about this incredible player.

Blast off into space with this fun, cool collection of space-themed puzzles, games and drawing challenges, complete with stickers!

Reach for the Stars in this mind-bogglingly entertaining Space Creativity Book. Perfect for all budding girl and boy space fans, this out-of-this-world activity book is packed with puzzles, games, stickers, pull-out art paper and much, much more. There's plenty here to keep a whole planet of children occupied for hours. Take Astronaut Alan's space test before entering the world of aliens, intergalactic battles, and cosmic critters, to see if you've got what it takes to pass out of astronaut school with flying colors.

Want to make cool apps and games, but don't know where to start? This straightforward guide gives you everything you need to start making your own fun programs, using simple step-by-step guides.

Learn the programming languages Scratch and Python to create games, animations, utilities and more. You don't need to know a single thing about coding to get going!

This book takes the complexity out of coding and makes it simple for anyone to create fun and useful projects in code. Starting with the complete basics, the course takes the reader through the building blocks of code with Scratch, the simple and colorful visual language that's perfect for learners.

Once readers can make their own games and projects in Scratch, they can learn all about Python, a slightly more advanced language that offers a huge amount of flexibility and control. The book includes simple, step-by-step instructions for brilliant projects, teaching essential skills, so readers can learn while they create.

This fully illustrated picture book tells the story of soccer superstar Mbappe in a fun, simple way that's perfect for the very youngest soccer fan.

Discover the amazing story of Kylian Mbappe, one of the world's greatest soccer players! With simple text and engaging illustrations, this fully illustrated picture book is the ideal first read for little soccer fans. They'll love the story of Mbappe's triumph, especially when they learn that once he was just a soccer-loving kid just like them.
Find out about little Kylian's early soccer hopes and dreams, and follow his career all the way up to international stardom. It's perfect for anyone who loves soccer and Mbappé.

The history of mushrooms is millions of years long, and they are incredibly mysterious living beings. They are neither plants nor animals. So how do they live and what secrets do they hide?

Discover everything you need to know about mushrooms' existence, from what they are made of to how they are born and grow, and from how they defend themselves to how they communicate. Everything you need to know about mushrooms is packed into this handy guide written by expert authors in mycology and biodiversity & evolution, perfect for autumn and fungi enthusiasts.

The incredible story of basketball legend Steph Curry, filled with stats, facts and tons of amazing original illustrations.

Steph Curry is an amazing shooter who can make long three-pointers and change the game with his speed and skill. Follow his journey from high school basketball star to NBA legend, and learn every one of their key stats along the way! This fun chapter book is filled with original illustrations showing every step of his story.

In each book, you'll find real life quotes, information about their friends and his rivals, and lot of amazing stats. It's perfect for anyone who wants to find out more about this incredible player.

A fascinating illustrated guide to birds ... and their surprising prehistoric ancestors!

Can you imagine a world without birds? It's like trying to picture a sky without stars, or a sea without fish. Birds are all around us-and they've been here a lot longer than we have...

But did you know that every single bird -every pigeon, every penguin, every hummingbird, and hawk-is actually a real-life DINOSAUR? All around you there are dinosaurs in the sky, dinosaurs on the rooftops-maybe a whole flock of dinosaurs in the trees! Discover how theropod dinosaurs evolved flight feathers, wishbones, wings, and beaks to become the spectacularly varied range of birds we know today, from the prehistoric-looking secretary bird that brandishes enormous claws to the silent stalking gray heron with its long dragon-like neck.

One of the most amazing stories of the natural world, written by children's author Ben Lerwill and with colorful art by Sarah Edmonds, illustrator of Funny Bums, Freaky Beaks.

Inside this brand-new book about Sabrina Carpenter, you'll find everything you could ever want to know about the world's hottest new star.

Find out about how Sabrina grew up, her early days of stardom with Disney, all about every one of her pop albums, and her amazing success with Espresso, Please Please Please and the Short 'n' Sweet Tour. Find out where her biggest hits came from, read her quotes, and see how you can get her look.

You'll also find out about her collabs, her partners, and her super-cute dog Goodwin. You can even discover what might lie in Sabrina's future as she takes over the world of pop.

If you're a Sabrina superfan, this book is for you!

Filled with bite-size facts and amazing original illustrations, the Small and Mighty range is the ultimate pocket-sized collectible series for young readers who can't get enough of their favourite topic.

The Small and Mighty Book of Magical Beings offers readers an exciting introduction into the world of magic, with tales of witches and magical creatures. This pocket-size book contains tons of easy-to-read information alongside stunning illustrations, and is ideal for kids who love fairies and witches and want to learn more!

This fully illustrated picture book tells the story of soccer superstar Neymar in a fun, simple way that's perfect for the very youngest soccer fan.

In Soccer Stories: Neymar, young readers will find out how Neymar became a goal-scoring machine-starting from when he was just a talented young player! With simple text and engaging art, this fully illustrated picture book is the ideal first read for little soccer fans. They'll love the story of Neymar's rise to fame, especially when they learn that once he was just a soccer-loving kid just like them.

Filled with bite-size facts and amazing original illustrations, the Small and Mighty range is the ultimate pocket-sized collectible series for young readers who can't get enough of their favourite topic.

The Small and Mighty Book of Rocks and Gems offers readers an exciting introduction into the many gemstones, rocks and minerals found on our planet. This pocket-size book contains tons of easy-to-read information alongside stunning illustrations, and is ideal for kids who love rocks and gems and want to learn more!

This richly illustrated, immersive experience tells the awe-inspiring story of space exploration, looking back in time to the first satellites that were sent into orbit and forward to future missions to Mars.

Photographic features highlight key spacecraft such as Vostock 1, the International Space Station, the Space Shuttle, and the Hubble Space Telescope. With a whole new age of space exploration dawning, this is the ideal way for young readers to experience the thrill and excitement of our journey to the stars.

Journey into the wild world of Mother Earth in this enchanting poetry collection. Sigh as a mother wolf teaches her cub how to howl. Laugh with bamboozled berries and a ruby-wonderful beet. Feel the thrill of Tyranno's terrifying tale and play with ten on-the-run haiku mice.

Your imagination will soar as a hullabaloo of creatures and plants, moon, sun and stars make their way word by word and picture by fantastical picture into your heart.

Stick it! Cut it! Create it! This book is an exciting Christmas surprise with fun activities, all with a ho-ho-ho factor.

With clever coloring tricks, puzzles, mazes, and make-and-do activities, this book is guaranteed to keep creative young minds busy! Plus it comes with fantastic, festive stickers to make all your holiday crafting projects even more jolly.

Learn about 50 of the world's most magical plants.

Madame Volare, apothecarist and witch extraordinaire invites you to be her apprentice and learn about the world's most magical plants.

For thousands of years, plants have been used to heal and soothe. Discover the amazing power within a humble leaf, seed, petal and stem, and how our ancestors feared or revered flowers and herbs. From the mandrake that bestows luck to the calming St John's wort, take a fascinating walk through a witch's garden, exploring the uses, folklore and history of over fifty common plants.

Respect and marvel at the pure magic of the natural world and how you can harness its power for your own health and happiness.

If you're playing Minecraft online with friends, you need this cool new collection of amazing Minecraft challenges!

This book gives you simple, step-by-step instructions for building amazing arenas, setting up fun quests, and organising server-wide games.

Difficulty levels range from easy-to-play games like hide-and-seek and racing, to fun building challenges, and all the way up to huge epic tasks involving all your friends. Best of all, you don't need to mod your copy of Minecraft-all the challenges here can be shared with your friends without any extra downloads or alterations to regular Minecraft. If you're looking to create some spectacular challenges to amuse and amaze your friends, look no further!

An around-the-world trip to meet eight species of whale and learn all about them and their habitats. Includes a map of the world showing whale hotspots and a size comparison spread!

It's time to climb on board a submarine and delve below the ocean's surface to meet some of the most beautiful and diverse creatures on Earth: whales. From blue whales, the largest creatures to have ever lived on Earth, to the narwhals that can survive below sea ice, discover more about these amazing creatures in this brilliantly illustrated guide to eight species of whales.

Use the handy world map filled with whale hotspots to cross the continents, exploring the diverse habitats where these whales live. See how you size up against the whales with a comparison chart and use the fun fact files to become an expert on these watery wonders!

A curious collection of Wonderland puzzles to solve with Alice!

Go on a puzzle adventure through Wonderland with your favorite character, Alice. Step into the topsy-turvy dream world and crack 38 captivating puzzles, codes, riddles and other mind-boggling conundrums. Children love brainteasers, and this set of intriguing logic puzzles from the world of Wonderland is designed to inspire curious young minds. As well as fun logic and number puzzles, it's full of stunning graphics and illustrations that spark the imagination.

Do you love trucks? Would you like to crash around in a monster truck or save lives with a fire engine? Then get behind the wheel to discover hundreds of amazing vehicles.

Each double-page spread features a different group of fascinating vehicles to pore over, such as trains, race cars, emergency vehicles, and even a junk yard. Filled with over 200 stickers and hundreds of different trucks and other vehicles from around the world, even the most avid young transport fanatic will discover surprising new machines they haven't seen before!

Do you love boats? Would you like to dive deep in a submarine or race a dragon boat? Then jump on board, hoist the sail and discover hundreds of seafaring vessels.

Each double-page spread features a different group of fascinating boats to pore over, such as steam towboats, houseboats, jukungs and even lucky cats. Filled with over 200 stickers and hundreds of different trucks and other vehicles from around the world, even the most avid young transport fanatic will discover surprising new machines they haven't seen before!

Explore the amazing world of snakes like never before!

Read the notes, sketches and photographs of a globe-trotting snake expert and discover her amazing journey of discovery, as she gets up close with over 20 different snake species from all over the world, with details on their habitat, size, unique features, and prey.

As well as fantastic, close-up photography, the book also includes annotated sketches of the snakes and thrilling stories of encountering each one - it's like having access to a real explorer's journal. Told as a fictional story of snake encounters across the globe, this realistic account is a fantastic visual guide to the world's deadliest, fastest, most unusual, and rarest snakes.

Packed with gorgeous illustrations and activities based on these fabled creatures, this book is a must-have for all young unicorn lovers.

Inside, you'll find a host of boredom-busting activities involving everyone's favourite mythical creatures, from cool colour-in ideas and sticker pages to a unicorn board game, doodle challenges, and lots more.

Puzzles, games, activities, 150 stickers, a personalised door hanger and unicorn-themed art paper that can be pulled out and used at home for craft projects make this a glorious way to enjoy your favourite unicorns.

From the creators of the podcast and bestselling book Ghibliotheque, this is a young film fan's comprehensive guide to one of the most exciting and influential film studios in cinema history, NOW FEATURING an all-new section to celebrate 40 years of Studio Ghibli. This new section includes a look at The Boy and the Heron, as well as an overview of Studio Ghibli's theatre productions My Neighbor Totoro and Spirited Away, plus information on Ghibli Park, Japan's amazing Studio Ghibli theme park.


Hello from Ghibliotheque!

We are Michael and Jake, and together we make a podcast called Ghibliotheque, all about the films of the legendary Japanese animation company, Studio Ghibli. We think that Studio Ghibli has made some of the greatest films of all time, like My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, and Spirited Away. We love nothing more than sharing these films with other people, whether that's by watching them together on the big screen, or writing a book like the one you're holding right now.

This book is our handy, illustrated guide to the world of Studio Ghibli, a world that is like no other. Over the following pages you'll meet strong heroes, get to know wild and beguiling creatures, taste mouth-watering food, and travel via fast and fantastical modes of transportation. There is so much to explore and discover, so let's quote the motto of the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo, and say: let's get lost, together.

Enjoy!


Across eight chapters, we will get up close and personal with the movies, learn who's who at the Oscar-winning studio and explore the impact that Ghibli World has left on our planet.

Puzzle your way through 48 mazes inspired by real-life history to complete one giant journey through time!

Join George and his little dog Milly as you whizz through history with a book so interactive it's almost a real-life time-travelling trip! The 48 original mazes in Maze Quest: Time Traveller take you through a series of awesome eras and events, such as famous battles, key inventions and magnificent civilisations.

Not only do you have to navigate your way through the individual mazes, but you also need to find the correct route through history by matching the historical objects on each maze. Discover incredible facts and stats about each historical event and look for four things to spot in each maze.

This book is full of fun, clever and extremely silly "Would You Rather" questions starring your favorite videogame characters and worlds. Some might make you think, and others might make you laugh. Either way, YOU supply the answer!

Would you rather fight four Mario-sized Bowsers, or one Bowser-sized Mario? Would you rather sniff Sonic's stinky sneakers, or Tom Nook's underpants? Would you rather eat soup made of goombas, or a Koopa Trooper sandwich? Would you rather be an exploding Creeper, or a Pac-Man ghost?

All these and many more gaming-related "Would You Rather" questions are inside, complete with fun illustrations, silly gaming jokes and a top selection of gaming facts!

Pick up your pens and get ready for pages and pages of fearsome dinosaur fun!

A beautiful title in a range of Creativity Books for younger children - developed by educational experts to kick-start the imaginations of early learners. There are clever colouring exercises, simple dot-to-dots, spot the differences, mazes, matching puzzles and make-and-do activities. Packed with over 200 stickers and in a handy paperback format, these activity books will follow kids wherever they go!

Minecraft gives everyone so many opportunities for open-ended play... but when you have the whole world to explore what do you do? This book solves that problem, with 101 amazing ideas for fun challenges and quests!

From taming every animal to making your own redstone machines, and from creating the ultimate underwater base to building fun sculptures, you won't believe the crazy tasks within. In-game activities range from combat quests to building challenges, and even mad stunts. This is the perfect book for anyone who wants to increase their Minecraft fun 101 times over!

Do you love planes? Would you like to take off into space or pilot the fastest sea plane in the world? Then hit the skies to discover hundreds of amazing vehicles.

Each double-page spread features a different group of fascinating vehicles to pore over, such as aircrafts, military planes, rockets, and even the first fliers. Filled with over 200 stickers and hundreds of different trucks and other vehicles from around the world, even the most avid young transport fanatic will discover surprising new machines they haven't seen before!

Find your way through 48 mazes inspired by real-world locations, to complete one giant travel adventure!

Join George and his little dog Milly on a journey around the world with a book so interactive it's almost a real-life sightseeing trip! The 48 mazes in the book take you to a series of countries featuring fascinating cities, landmarks and habitats.

Not only do you have to navigate your way through the individual mazes, but you also need to find the correct route around the world by linking the modes of transport on each maze. Discover incredible facts and stats about each location and look for four things to spot in each maze. Just don't forget your passport!

Showcasing the top 100 women soccer players in the modern game, Women's Soccer Legends 2025 offers the latest facts and stats of players in every position who play in the elite leagues.

With a star profile on each page, this visually arresting stats book is packed with incisive data and includes stunning heat maps that show the pitch movements of each player.

This fully illustrated chapter book tells Simone Biles' story as you've never seen it before.

Packed with cool facts, delightfully fun illustrations and inspirational quotes, Sports Heroes: Simone Biles is an easy-to-read fan guide that follows her amazing journey to become the world's most famous gymnast. Discover what drives her, the pressures she has faced, and the struggles that she has overcome, as well as all the details of her world-beating triumphs and her jaw-dropping routines. It's a must for any fan of this astonishing gymnast and world star.

Our planet is covered in water, but most of the ocean is a mystery - until now. It's time to voyage with seabirds, surf the waves, dodge a polar bear and dive in a submersible - there's a deep blue world to explore.

Waterworlds is a book full of incredible cross-curricular information, fun activities, and beautiful illustrated scenes to enjoy. Discover why the sea is blue, how boats float, and the rhythm of the tides, before flipping the book to read about the hidden world beneath the waves. Find out what lives in the darkest depths of the ocean, how to make your own shipwreck treasure and explore the wonders of a coral reef.

This fully illustrated picture book tells the story of soccer superstar Lionel Messi in a fun, simple way that's perfect for the very youngest soccer fan.

In Soccer Stories: Messi, young readers will find out how Lionel Messi went from being the smallest player on the field to being known as the 'Greatest of All Time' with his incredible runs, ball control and lots and lots of goals! With simple text and engaging art, this fully illustrated picture book is the ideal first read for little soccer fans. They'll love the story of Messi's triumph, especially when they learn that once he was just a soccer-loving kid just like them.

Meet 80 endangered animals on a journey around the planet. Cross vast deserts with caring scorpions, swim deep oceans with gentle whale sharks, hang out in a tropical rainforest with the slow loris and skip across the ice floes with a polar bear. Your wild animal adventure starts here!

Jam-packed with facts about 80 of the world's most endangered animals, including the reasons they are endangered and what is being done right now to help them. With a glorious pull-out poster on biodiversity and the roles each creature plays to keep our planet healthy.

Even if you've never played Minecraft - or any other videogame - before, this book will get you making your own amazing block creations in no time.

Featuring a simple introduction to how to move and build in Minecraft, the book gives the reader step-by-step guidelines on how to get going. Starting with your very first project, a tiny house, you'll soon be making all kinds of fun and exciting structures. Plus, there's a ton of cool imaginative ideas for making your very own models in Minecraft, letting kids' imagination run riot!

With an emphasis on safe play and easy-to-follow text, this is the ideal first Minecraft book for kids who are just starting to play, giving confidence to children and parents alike.

Ever wanted your very own pony? This book gives you everything you need to know about the wonderful world of horses and ponies. Find out how to take care of a pony, and how to understand their moods and needs. Discover the basics of riding, and learn all about the many different horse and pony breeds.
Every page is packed full of wonderful horse and pony photos, as well as fun illustrations. If you're a budding horserider, or you just love everything pony-related, this is the book for you. It's the next best thing to owning a pony yourself!

Take a journey deep below the waves, down to the seabed and explore some of the most famous shipwrecks, including the Titanic, the Odysseus and the Endurance...

There are over three million shipwrecks on Earth. They are many things at once: memorials to lives lost, science experiments, treasure chests, works of art, and home to millions of living creatures.

They are time machines, allowing modern explorers a glimpse into the past.

From spacecraft and fighter planes to exploration vessels, merchant ships and cruise liners, discover the gripping stories of conflict and courage behind some of the world's most iconic shipwrecks.

Contains the following shipwrecks:

· The SS Eduard Bohlen
· The Endurance
· USS Kittiwake
· Nan Hai
· Clotilda
· Titanic
· The Odysseus
· HMS Victoria
· HMAS Sydney and Cormoran
· Vasa

Who are the best players in world soccer today?

Is Man City's Erling Haaland still the most prolific in front of goal or is it Harry Kane at Bayern Munich? Which midfielder has the greatest impact on a game - Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham with his attacking play or Barcelona's Pedri with his vision and passing? Who's the top performer between the sticks - is Alisson Becker still the world's premier keeper or has AC Milan's Maignan taken the top spot in 2025?

While every fan has an opinion, back yours up with the latest stats featured in Soccer Legends 2025 (Men's) and show them who's the best soccer pundit! Showcasing the top 100 stars in the modern game, Soccer Legends 2025 offers the latest facts and stats of players in every position who play - or spent most of their careers - in the world's elite leagues.

With a star profile on each page, the book is packed with incisive data and includes stunning heat maps that show the pitch movements of every player featured. Get your copy now and start comparing the goals, assists, saves, freekicks (and a host of other data) of the current icons in world soccer.

US league players profiled include Christian Pulisic, Sergio Busquets, and Lionel Messi.

From planets and moons to black holes and asteroids, take a spectacular journey through the Universe with this definitive, illustrated guide for budding astronomers.

Since the earliest moments of our civilization, space has captured the human imagination. Go on a tour of the Universe that is simply out of this world, taking in our planetary neighbors, our life-giving Sun, the awesome power of black holes, our nearby galaxies, and the creative power of stardust. See the passion of the people behind the space missions, the incredible inventions and spacecraft that allow us to see and travel farther than ever before, and, as humanity takes it first tentative steps towards these new worlds, be part of the journey that will define us forever.

Discover everything you need to know about the ever-expanding universe in this must-have guide for children written by award-winning astrophysicist Professor Raman Prinja. With awe-inspiring illustrations by astrophysicist-turned-illustrator Suzie Mason.

It's time to put your snuggle top on, cuddle your squishies, and find out all about the coziest games around!

Cozy games include fun, de-stressing, cute and calm games like Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Disney Dreamlight Valley, Oxenfree and many more. This book gives you everything you need to focus on diving into the carefree world of cozy gaming, with reviews of the best titles and previews of soon-to-be-released games too. No matter how you game- on consoles, online or on mobile devices-there's something here for you.

As well as info on the best games to play, this book is also full of ways to cozy-fy your life-including tips for making your bedroom super snuggly, the cutest squishies and plushies, and the ultimate accessories for all-important self-care. You'll discover how to customise your current room to turn it into a den of relaxation, how to find an aesthetic that works for you, and how to choose your ultimate cozy lifestyle. It's everything you need for your perfect cozy life!

Discover the story of Patrick Mahomes, with fantastic illustrated text that's perfect for young readers.

In this fully illustrated chapter book, you can discover everything about Patrick Mahomes, the football superstar who has already gone on to become a legend on the NFL. Follow his journey from high school sports to his rookie season, and on to stardom with the Kansas City Chiefs...and learn every one of his key stats along the way!
This fun, accessible book is filled with original illustrations showing every step of Mahomes's story. Inside, you'll find real-life quotes, information about fellow players and rival teams, and lot of amazing stats. It's perfect for anyone who wants to find out more about this amazing player.

Take to the water with this fun, visual miscellany for children who love anything boat related! Each double-page spread features a different group of boats and other watercraft to explore, such as helpful lifeboats, racing dragon boats and super submarines. Discover rowing, fishing and record-breaking boats from around the world, plus hard-working ships such as icebreakers and fireboats. Explore inside a car ferry, visit the floating market and find out how a boat floats.

Filled with hundreds of different boats, ships, subs, and other wonderful watercraft, even the most avid young boat fanatic will discover new vessels they haven't seen before!

Be inspired by these stories of famous neurodiverse and disabled famous people who managed to overcome the boundaries set by society and become successful in all sorts of fields. In a world where mental and physical differences can be a barrier to success, these stars never gave up and forged their own unique path.
Many of these names are familiar, but you might not have realised that they all had their own challenges to overcome. Famous people such as Simone Biles haven't let anxiety stop them from achieving. Stars like Billie Eilish, who has Tourette's, and Millie Bobbie Brown, who has partial hearing loss, are also included. And the book includes many celebrities who have physical differences, all of whom have become super successful in their fields. Together, they show that no matter the challenges that society throws out, there's nothing that can't be overcome!

This new and unique encyclopedia is an amazing new visual guide to the planet's seas and oceans. Using amazing photography and cutting edge CG images, readers can explore every aspect of our oceans, from the submarines that explore them to the vast array of life that lives in them.
Discover the plants and animals that exist in every ocean habitat, from the shore to the lowest trenches. You'll learn about sealife including crustaceans, coral, anenomes, every kind of fish, as well as mammals like sealions, dolphins and orcas, and ocean giants like the Blue Whale.
Readers will also be able to see how humans have lived with the ocean for millennia, and how our actions today can doom or save our amazing oceans in the years ahead. This brand new encyclopedia is packed with stunning images that truly bring the wonder and majesty of the world's oceans to life.

Calling all Swifties! This brand new, fully up to date book has everything that fans need to know about Taylor Swift.

Follow her journey from country music sensation to global megastar. Discover the hidden meanings behind her greatest songs, find out about her life as a performer and movie star, and read all kinds of quotes and TayTay trivia.

Take a quiz to see how well you know Taylor, and even work out how to adopt all her different styles. You'll even join her on her current Eras world tour, and discover the story behind this amazing international event - including best songs and most momentous moments. This is an unmissable book for anyone who loves Taylor Swift!

This fantastic, photo-packed cheerleading guide is an ideal introduction to this amazing sport.

Get ready to cheer! This all-in-one cheerleading guide is packed with everything you need to become a top cheerleader. Inside, you'll find simple explanations of cheerleading basics, including formations, positions, and guidelines for safe training. It's also packed with inspirational quotes from famous cheerleaders, advice on how to pep up your routines, and how to compete locally, regionally and even nationally. Find out about some of the country's best cheer squads, and learn how to get the expertise and experience to make you and your team the best of the best. There's even a glossary of cheerleading terms, so you'll never be lost for words! This fun, accessible book is ideal for anyone who's already on the team, or just loves to cheer.

Go on an around-the-world trip to meet eight of the world's most beloved big cats. Meet the cats that roar from the highest mountains, the hottest savannahs, and from the tallest trees in this brilliantly illustrated guide to eight species of the big cats.

Explore the stunning landscapes where they live with a world map filled with big cat hotspots. Become an expert with fun feline fact files and a useful comparison chart - so you can see how the world's cats compare. Along the way, you'll even pick up tips on how to draw these clawesome carnivores!

Meet the Cats was a finalist in the 2024 CYBILS Awards for Middle Grade Nonfiction.

Sharks are the most awe-inspiring creatures on Earth. Killer machines built of tonnes of solid muscle with thousands of teeth and a bite that can crush any sea (or land) animal, these animals are nature's top predators of the sea. Profiles of the fiercest sharks and accounts from those working up, close and personal with the predators are presented in stunning CGI artwork.

Sharks is a thrilling read that will make you marvel at these incredible animals - and may well give you goosebumps.

A fun book for younger children who love anything related to cars and wheels! Each double-page spread features a different group of fascinating vehicles to pore over, such as trains, race cars, emergency vehicles, and even some at a junk yard.




Filled with hundreds of different trucks and other vehicles from around the world, even the most avid young transportation fanatic will discover surprising new machines they haven't seen before!

A fascinating welcome to the wonderful world of insects' - LoveReading4Kids

'Fun, inspiring, and well researched.' - Kirkus Reviews, starred review


A beautifull illustrated tour of some of the world's most fascinating insects, perfect for readers 8+.


Did you know that without insects, humankind could not survive? This illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the differences between the groups, and why insects are the most important animal group on Earth.


Broken down into sections exploring each of the main types of insect, each section takes a different, playfully visual approach to really capture the character of the insects in the order being explored. As well as including practical advice for observing insects safely, a section at the back of the book describes ways to help insects and encourage them into a garden no matter how small.

This fold-out story book allows you and your child to discover what goes on into space.
It transforms itself into a mat where you can see all sorts of amazing planets, comets, asteroids, stars and rockets!
There is so much to see in the night sky. With giant telescopes,
what would you spy?...
Some stars make large pictures
high in the sky.
You might see the Bis Dipper if you try.

This fold-out story book allows you and your child to discover where dinosaurs used to live.
We learned so very much from under the around
When dino egg fossils were dug up and found
Some dinosaurs ate green plants ... While others even ate ants.
It transforms itself into a mat where you can see where they hunted, ate, slept and played, including forests, swamps, lakes, volcanoes…

Where can you eat dinner under the sea? Which country has the most pyramids? Can a church become a swimming pool?
Including a stunning central gatefold map that opens out to reveal where all 80 structures are located, this book is a visual celebration of the incredible structures people have built throughout history and their cultural significance. From ancient wonders such as Stonehenge to bridges spanning countries, record breaking rollercoasters and hotels where even the beds are made of ice.
Discover a floating palace, a terracotta army, a cinema in a bank vault, and a building so tall that clouds form at the top!

Discover everything about LeBron James, the basketball phenomenon who started out in Akron, Ohio and has gone on to become one of the greatest athletes of all time.
Follow his journey from high school basketball star to NBA Legend, and learn every one of his key stats along the way! This fun chapter book is filled with original illustrations showing every step of LeBron's story.
Inside, you'll find real life quotes, information about his friends and his rivals, and lot of amazing stats. It's perfect for anyone who wants to find out more about this amazing player.

There are creatures that live on the very edges of our imagination.
In woodland, over sea, on the highest peaks of the world, and in the darkest caves, these mythological beasts, fierce monsters and helpful spirits have inspired countless stories, poems, and films. This book will tell you where these creatures dwell, how to spot one, and how to keep yourself safe.


Humorously written by bestselling author Maz Evans and sumptuously illustrated by Hans Christian Andersen Award-winning artist Robert Inpgen, this is the perfect book for fans of myth and magic.


Features 28 magical and mythical creatures and monsters from all over the world:


Unicorn; griffin; dragon; centaur; harpy; manticore; sphinx, merfolk; chimera; phoenix, basilisk; gurrangatch; werewolf; roc; witch; yeti giant; faun; wendigo; Baba Yaga; Banshee; Charon; kraken; valkyrie; ifrit

This newly updated edition of The Soccer Encyclopedia (FIFA) will make you an expert of the most popular game in the world.
The pages are brimming with the latest facts, stats and records, plus punchy profiles of the best international teams on the planet, as well as essential info about the top leagues and tournaments in world soccer. What's more, you can get the lowdown on all the FIFA competitions from the World Cup to the eWorld Cup and the latest recipients of the FIFA awards. With a comprehensive list of honours citing every international and intercontinental competition, FIFA's The Soccer Encyclopedia is a must-have for every young fan of the sport.

A beautifully illustrated picture book, based on the beloved classic story by Lewis Carroll. Follow Alice on a fantastical adventure down the rabbit hole. With stunning artwork from award-winning illustrator, Robert Ingpen.


During Alice's Wonderland adventures she meets the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat and, of course, the fearsome Queen of Hearts. But where has the White Rabbit gone, and what is he late for? And will Alice ever find her way home?

Lost is a colorful celebration of our living world. It will explore species brought back from the brink and look at the exciting opportunities we have to protect our home and those we share it with.

The story of our world is one of constant change. At times it's been slow, as animals evolved and continents drifted apart. But it's also been rapid - like the giant asteroid that ended the reign of the dinosaurs. Lost asks readers what it means to be here and gone on our tiny planet. They'll find lost cities like Machu Picchu and Pompeii, meet amazing megafauna that once roamed the earth and learn about contemporary species under threat. They'll discover that sometimes being lost the safest place to be - just ask the cleverly camouflaged animals hiding in plain sight.

Grab your very own VIP access pass and explore the incredible Botanic Gardens.

Have you ever wondered what goes on at the Botanic Gardens? It's not all planting and pruning. In fact, the team have a planet-saving mission on their hands - and you can help. Step off the path and follow the Garden crew who will show you behind the scenes of the Botanic Gardens with your very own access-all-areas invitation.

Find out how scientists research plants that can cure diseases, watch workers wading in the waterlily pond, and discover the secrets of seeds. Find out why samples of rare and endangered plants are stored in the Herbarium and leave no leaf unturned in the tropical glasshouse. Discover insect-eating plants, zombie fungus, plants pretending to be pebbles, and more.

As you turn the pages you'll learn about the importance of insects, the impact of climate change and how plants grow. With beautiful, lush illustrations, you'll discover more wonderful details each time you return to the gardens.

Chess is the ultimate fun strategy game - and this is the perfect introduction to chess, whether you're a budding master or you've never played before.
In simple, fun stages, readers will learn what every piece can do, and how to use them on the board. Clear, original board diagrams make the action easy to understand. Readers will also discover the best tactics to use against their opponent, from how to counter the Queen's Gambit to how to avoid the Fool's Mate. There's plenty to discover about the wider world of chess too - including unusual trivia and unbelievable true chess stories from history. You'll also find a full glossary of chess terms and profiles of some of the world's greatest players inside.
Written with clarity and humour, this is the only guide any young chess player will need.

The no.1 guide for all young fans to celebrate the music phenomenon that is Harry Styles.
Packed with inspirational quotes, cool facts and amazing photography - follow Harry's incredible journey from X-Factor beginnings and One Direction days to spreading his wings as a solo artist, breaking records and smashing stereotypes along the way.
How well do you know Harry? Find out what inspires his music, just why so many of his songs involve fruit and more. Explore his fashion choices, acting roles and just what Harry means by "TPWK".

A picture book edition of a much-loved classic, with illustrations by award-winning artist, Robert Ingpen. 

This timeless tale has never been out of print and is one of the best-loved children's titles in English literature. Kenneth Grahame's wonderful imagination and quiet humour continue to charm children and adults alike, and Robert Ingpen's stunning illustrations bring to life the adventures of Toad, Mole, Ratty and Badger. When the Mole leaves his spring-cleaning and heads up into the open air, he embarks on a series of exhilarating adventures with his new friends: the laid-back Ratty, the gruff yet kindly Badger and the self-satisfied, irrepressible Mr. Toad. The impulsive Toad leads the friends from one escapade to the next – from upturned gypsy caravans to stolen motorcars, a daring prison escape and, finally, to a heroic confrontation with the sinister inhabitants of the Wild Wood. 


Now retold in picture book form by Karen Saunders – with stunning artwork by Robert Ingpen.

A perfect picture book to celebrate the Coronation and beyond.King Charles the III is now King of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth and he is finding his new crown just a little heavy to manage. But his good friend Tom the gardener is on hand to show him that kings must wear all sorts of hats and that he must be brave and allow himself to be the king he was born to be.Sheila May Bird's joyful rhyming text will delight little ones as they explore all the roles their king might have to take during his reign and gently explores themes of being brave and finding courage.
Accompanied by Mark Beech's glorious and hilariously warm illustrations with a caricature-style that brings the stars of the story to life.
'Even the most ardent republican will find something to make them smile.' The Bookseller

Dogs are more than just members of our families and faithful companions - they can be heroes too!
Not only are dogs incredibly cute, they are also really clever with different breeds having unique traits that can be very helpful in risky situations. This book is a tribute to the abilities that dogs have to help us, and the 19 amazing stories of inspirational doggy heroes are perfect for young readers.
Written in collaboration with the Affinity Foundation (France & Spain), an organization focusing on helping abandoned pets and raising awareness about how great an impact pets have on humans, each of the brave dogs covered is even more impressive than the last.
You'll read about: Dogs who help the elderly, unhoused people and people learning hard lessons in prisons by offering their canine compassion. Working dogs who are part of the police department, fire brigade, and mountain rescue.
These ordinary dogs doing extraordinary things can teach a lesson to us all!

Learn crucial survival skills from world-famous ex-SAS author and survival expert Andy McNab. If you want to be ready for the outdoors, street-smart in the city, and even safe online, this book will show you how!


Find out the best way to set up a camp, safely start a campfire, find your bearings, search for food and water and stay safe in the great outdoors. As well as crucial basics for camping and hiking, readers will discover what to do about more unusual events - including escaping quicksand, tsunamis and wild animal attacks.


This book also features a guide to urban survival - how to stay safe in the city, avoid stranger danger, find your way around any urban environment, and how to manage any emergency. Plus, with years of military-grade security experience, Andy also gives crucial tips on staying safe online. Discover how to make an unbreakable password, how to hide your identity from trolls and scammers, and how to banish cyber-bullies.


Ex-SAS Sergeant Andy McNab became the UK's most decorated soldier, and is the author of best-selling fiction including Bravo Two Zero. With years of experience of surviving the world's most gruelling situations, Andy delivers hard-won advice in clear and simple language, with lots of practical tips, visual references and anecdotes from his own survival experience. This is the fun, simple and 100% authentic real-world survival guide that every young reader needs!

With Minecraft still the most popular children's videogame title worldwide, this expanded and updated edition of How To Beat Minecraft contains absolutely everything a player could possibly need to know about how to finish the game in single-player survival mode.

Starting from the very first moment you begin the game in a completely new world, the book will show you the best methods for mining, crafting and creating a shelter, then lead you through farming, making enchanted objects, interacting with villagers, and exploring. Finally, you'll learn how to enter the dangerous world of the Nether and survive there, and how to beat the Ender Dragon and complete the game. It's packed full of info on the very latest completely new elements in Minecraft, including pillagers, pandas, shipwrecks, and more.

New additions to this edition include biomes like mangrove swamps, the Deep Dark, ancient cities, and mobs including tadpoles, frogs, and the ominous Warden. This epic book has everything that a player needs to beat Survival Mode and become a Minecraft champion!

From the creators of the podcast and bestselling book Ghibliotheque, this is a young film fan's comprehensive guide to one of the most exciting and influential film studios in cinema history.


Hello from Ghibliotheque!

We are Michael and Jake, and together we make a podcast called Ghibliotheque, all about the films of the legendary Japanese animation company, Studio Ghibli. We think that Studio Ghibli has made some of the greatest films of all time, like My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, and Spirited Away. We love nothing more than sharing these films with other people, whether that’s by watching them together on the big screen, or writing a book like the one you’re holding right now.

This book is our handy, illustrated guide to the world of Studio Ghibli, a world that is like no other. Over the following pages you’ll meet strong heroes, get to know wild and beguiling creatures, taste mouth-watering food, and travel via fast and fantastical modes of transportation. There is so much to explore and discover, so let’s quote the motto of the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo, and say: let’s get lost, together.

Enjoy!


Across eight chapters, we will get up close and personal with the movies, learn who's who at the Oscar-winning studio and explore the impact that Ghibli World has left on our planet.

In Soccer Rules the World, discover how soccer became the most popular game it is today, boasting a mind-blowing 3.5 billion fans worldwide!
“A good choice for reluctant readers, this eye-catching offering should delight soccer fans and incite interest from the uninitiated.”—Booklist 

From Lionel Messi’s World Cup triumph and USA’s domination in the women’s game, to the greatest goals and pioneering bosses, SOCCER RULES THE WORLD brings you the most incredible TRUE stories from the biggest game on the planet!
The daring duo of Dan and Simon will usher you through the story of soccer - the highlights of course! You'll meet the legendary players and inspirational managers of the beautiful game, relive the magic moments and read stories of epic wins and glorious goals from around the globe.
Wonderfully illustrated - bringing soccer's history back to life - Soccer Rules the World is packed with plenty of jokes, funny characters, as well as the facts and stats that fans of Soccer Superstars have come to know and love.

My friend Mr Mornington has always lived next door to us.

His favourite things are gardening and eating cherry cake and playing his saxophone.

He's not the best rememberer, though.


A little girl lives next door to Mr Mornington, who has played saxophone all over the world. These days, he's a bit tired of all that travelling, so now he plays it just for her. Together, they have a favourite song: one that conjures up memories of all their favourite things. But when Mr Mornington moves into a care home, his young friend wonders if he'll be able to remember her - or any of his favourite things at all… perhaps there's something she can do to help?


This heartfelt and gently humorous picture book explores the subject of dementia in an original way. Drawing on themes of music therapy and the value of community and intergenerational friendship, it has a warm yet realistic ending that will help readers to process their own feelings of loss.


Includes Mr Mornington's famous cherry cake recipe at the back of the book, so you can try one of his favourite things.

The human body as you've never seen it before! This brand-new visual encyclopedia takes young readers on a fantastic voyage around every aspect of the human body.
Featuring amazing CGI illustrations, stunning photography and cutting-edge information, it explains every aspect of how your body works.
This encyclopedia contains the most up-to-date information on everything from the inner workings of a cell, to how the heart pumps blood around the body, to the neuron fireworks in your brain. Find out how your 206 bones work with over 600 muscles to get you moving, why we laugh, cry, and hiccup, and even how to fuel and exercise your body to stay healthy.
Unlike older encyclopedias, The Ultimate Human Body Encyclopedia has been built from the ground up to be inclusive of every human body, regardless of disability, gender, age and ethnicity. It's the only human body book young readers need.