A collection of nursery rhymes comes to life through the collaboration of two former UK Children's Laureates, known for their award-winning work. This anthology features a mix of well-loved classics and lesser-known gems, inviting readers to explore the joy and rhythm of traditional verse.
A hilarious biker bunny tale by former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen, author of We're Going on a Bear Hunt. schovat popis
Join a family on an adventurous bear hunt in this charming pop-up edition of the beloved classic. Experience the excitement as they wade through grass, splash in rivers, and squelch through mud, culminating in a surprising encounter in a cave. A delightful journey for readers of all ages!
Embarking on the long road to recovery, Michael was soon ready to start writing about his near-death experience. Combining stunning new prose poems by one of Britain's best loved poets and the moving coronavirus diaries of his nurses, doctors and wife Emma-Louise Williams, this is a beautiful book about love, life and the NHS.
"Who is sad? Sad is anyone. It comes along and finds you."--Provided by publisher.
An adaptation of some of the traditional German tales of Till Eulenspiegel, a merry prankster known for his outrageous tricks.
A picture book about a bear who decides to go exploring. It includes a CD of the author reading the story.
Colour in the bear hunt with this wonderful colouring activity book, based on the classic picture book by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury.
A highly topical look at the current refugee crisis, encouraging readers to think for themselves about the issues involved
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGET OFF, GET OFF, GET OFF!Well what would you say if your brother kept whacking you with a spoon, or the spider made it all the way up the toilet bowl or your mum made you wear that horrible shirt?Find out in this fantastically funny collection of poems all about growing up from the brilliant Michael Rosen, Children's Laureate 2007 - 2009.
A sequel to 'Dear Mother Goose', this is a hilarious collection of fairy stories with a difference. All the best-loved fairy-tale characters are here and they all have a different problem.
A highly topical look at the role of art and the importance of creativity in our lives and the wider world
Book by Hayes, Sarah, French, Vivian
TreeTops Non-Fiction is an exciting extension to the Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops range. Michael Rosen's Scrapbook - a look at what made Michael Rosen the man, and what made him write his poetry. A useful biography, and a fun look at the creative writing process.
Join a brave family on an adventurous bear hunt in this classic chant-aloud by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury. Readers will enjoy the rhythmic journey as they wade through grass, splash in rivers, and squelch through mud, leading to an unexpected surprise in a cave. Perfect for bear-lovers and young hunters!
A highly topical look at how our decisions about what is right and wrong play out on an individual, local, national and global scale
George says the cardboard house is his and no one else can play in it. It isn't for girls, small people, twins, people with glasses, or people who like tunnels. But Lindy, Marly, Freddie, Charlene, Marlene, Luther, Sophie and Rasheda have other ideas! One by one each child is refused access until the tables are turned and George finds out how it feels to be on the receiving end.
An illustrated collection of modern and traditional poems by a variety of authors from different parts of the world
Suzy Goose is fed up with her noisy flock and heads off for a solitary walk in the woods. But Suzy is not alone - Bear, Wolf and Fox follow her deeper into the woods. They all spy dinner! A narrow escape later, Suzy hurries back to her flock.
Smacking my Lips (Penguin Children's 60s) Rosen, Michael
In a new edition of this special book, 22 nursery rhymes from Iran to Iceland and Samoa to Switzerland have been carefully chosen and beautifully illustrated by Mique Moriuchi. A celebration of cultural diversity, each poem appears in its original language (19 languages are included) next to an English translation so young children can delight in quirky, touching and funny verses from all over the world.
Bilal is terrified of The Test. He can't answer any of the questions! But then Bumble the bee comes along, and he can answer any question you ask, even the really tricky ones. Then Bilal's granny suggests they go on the wildly popular TV quiz show, What's What? Win the Lot! But what will happen if Bilal and Bumble do win the lot?
A tender, funny, topsy-turvy book about the adventures of a dog and his pet human from master storyteller, Michael Rosen and bestselling Neal Layton
The arrival of a new poetry collection from one of Britain's greatest children's poets Michael Rosen is always cause for great excitement � and this collection promises to be one of the best. Coinciding with his laureateship and very welcome public promotion of the need for children's poetry in our education system, this brand-new collection of poetry for Puffin will delight readers young and old with Michael's famous sense of humour, wonder and pathos.
Mother Goose has a good idea to stop Humpty Dumpty falling off the wall - and she helps lots of his friends too.
When Terri-Lee goes to the pet-shop she thinks she'll be choosing a dog - she doesn't expect the dog to be choosing her! But Crumble is no ordinary pet and he's got a few questions to ask:How many walks will you take me on?Do you like to dance?Will Terri-Lee's dance moves and answers be enough to convince Crumble that she could be his owner?
A highly topical look at how politics affects everyone in society, and has an impact on our daily lives
Piggy Piglet is wriggling in his sleep. He wriggles and he jiggles and he rolls on something very prickly. OWW! How can his friends help him to get free? With its barnyard setting and its lively host of friendly and familiar farm animals, this is a perfect first picture book for young ones. Michael Rosen’s hugely successful books include the top-selling Going on a Bear Hunt and Snore! Jonathan Langley most recently illustrated My First Dictionary .
From Agard to Zephaniah, this title presents children's poetry from some of the best of children's poets.
Renowned for his engaging poetry, Michael Rosen captivates young audiences through performances in schools and as a presenter on BBC Radio 4. His expertise extends to teaching at the University of North London, and he boasts an impressive portfolio of over 100 published children's books, showcasing his significant contribution to children's literature.
This humorous and imaginative tale features the collaboration of former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and acclaimed illustrator Viviane Schwarz. Together, they weave a whimsical adventure that promises to engage young readers with its playful narrative and vibrant illustrations, inviting them into a world of creativity and fun.
Elvie is desperate for a puppy that she can train up to do amazing tricks. But it's not a puppy Mum returns from the pet shop with, it's a fish. Determined to fulfill her dream of having a performing pet she trains up Fluff the fish. Fluff can't sit, she won't bark on command, but she does have a very special fishy talent all of her own . .
Now in paperback. Small children take great delight in rides whether by bicycle, car, boat, or plane. And best of all is taking the bus, because the bus is for everyone! Complemented by beautiful artwork from Gillian Tyler, this playful rhyming narrative by Michael Rosen will delight little listeners
This Christmas, join Michael Rosen and Tony Ross with their unforgettable retelling of Charles Dickens' beloved classic. In a school theatrical production of 'A Christmas Carol', the boy who plays Scrooge is extra nervous because his very busy father is in the audience. However, it's likely his father won't stay for the duration, due to business. As always. Will the classic story's message of Christmas cheer and family love reach his father's distracted heart?
The stunning new memoir from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Many Different Kinds of Love A Guardian book of 2023 A BBC book of 2023 'If I could prescribe Getting Better to the entire nation, I would... It's a book that inspires hope, courage and belief in humanity. Basically, it reminds you how to live. I loved every single word' Dr Rachel Clarke 'Just full to the brim with wisdom, truth and beautiful silliness' Cariad Lloyd In our lives, terrible things may happen. Michael Rosen has grieved the loss of a child, lived with debilitating chronic illness, and faced death itself when seriously unwell in hospital. In spite of this he has survived, and has even learned to find joy in life in the aftermath of tragedy. In Getting Better, he shares his story and the lessons he has learned along the way. Exploring the roles that trauma and grief have played in his own life, Michael investigates the road to recovery, asking how we can find it within ourselves to live well again after - or even during - the darkest times of our lives. Moving and insightful, Getting Better is an essential companion for anyone who has loved and lost, or struggled and survived.
Former British Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and award-winning artist Polly Dunbar join forces for thirty-two irresistible rhymes that revel in toddlers’ everyday lives.Will you getti the spaghetti?Don’t say, “Not yetti spaghetti!”I’m all setti for spaghetti.Fizzing with rhythm, energy, and laughter, this perfect gift-book introduction to poetry celebrates the day-to-day routines of early childhood. From the rise-and-shine exuberance of "Up, up, uppity-up!" to the sweet lull of “Hush and a hush/soft and low,” colorful pages abound with observations of ordinary moments, from brushing your teeth to digging in a sandbox, that mirror a childlike day-in-the-life. Poetic bounty at its best and brightest, this playful and affectionate read-aloud treasure will have toddlers clamoring for more, for the sheer fun of it.
Thirty-nine stories from some of the funniest and finest children's writers.
Told with honesty and good humor, this moving picture book recounts beloved author Michael Rosen’s recovery from Covid.One day, three people came to my bedsideand “Today we are going to get you up.”After being admitted to the hospital in 2020 for treatment of Covid, Michael Rosen had to learn to walk again. With the help of the hospital staff, he began the slow steps to recovery—rolling through corridors in a wheelchair, taking tiny steps with a walker, and navigating the parallel bars at the gym. But it was the walking stick he named Sticky McStickstick that helped him take the most important steps of back to his home and the love of his family. The former British Children’s Laureate offers a personal and openhearted account, with whimsical illustrations by Tony Ross adding a note of levity as they relay the comedy in Rosen’s reluctance and failed attempts. It’s a story of perseverance and hope told in a way that children can understand, conveying reassurance and the importance of overcoming fear—while learning to accept help.
The first in a funny new series from former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and rising star Robert Starling.This kitten may look cute and cuddly, but better beware: they're angry. Really angry. Angry, angry, angry! And this isn't any old "angry". This is a jump-up-and-down, roll-on-the-ground kind of angry. This is a spider-scaring, tiger-scaring kind of angry. This is a burst-balloon-ing, SQUASH-THE-MOON-ING kind of angry...As surreal as things may get, this is also the kind of angry that parents of toddlers will recognize – a bad mood which comes out of nowhere, escalates wildly, then disappears as suddenly as it arrived. Based on the popular poem from A Great Big Cuddle, I Am Angry combines Michael Rosen's brilliant rhymes and anarchic imagination, Robert Starling's perfect knack for character and a reassuring message: anger may feel overpowering, but it doesn't last for ever.
Dog won't stop snoring. So the other animals on the farm get together and make every noise they can to wake Dog, but still he just keeps on sleeping - and snoring. Dog finally wakes, ready for another day. The other animals are more than ready for a good day's sleep.
An original story by Michael Rosen, inspired by the Dickens classic Oliver Twist. Shona's the new girl at school, where the rules are pretty confusing. She keeps getting into trouble without realizing!
Two siblings drive their mother to distraction on the car journey from hell, while Mum tries every trick in the book to get them to behave. All together Are we nearly there yet...?
Michael Rosen and Talleen Hacikyan join forces to portray some of Aesop's most famous fables in this beautifully illustrated picture book. Loyal dogs, tricky foxes and powerful lions are only a part of the large cast of animals that helps teach children age-old life lessons.
Mr and Mrs Hurry are always rushing about. They never stop! But that means they forget some rather important things - like eating . . . and shopping . . . and taking their son Harry to school!Thankfully, Tiggs the cat is around to remind them. But will anyone remember to give Tiggs his dinner?
Thirty-nine humorous or unusual stories by such authors as Terry Jones, Saki, James Thurber, and Julius Lester, as well as folktales from various countries.
Pronounced guilty of libel and sentenced to a year in prison, novelist Emile Zola went on the run. Michael Rosen brings to life the sleepy world of late Victorian suburbia, Zola's turbulent politics and his tangled private life.
This bunny is wriggly. They're wriggling, jiggling and giggling -- and they just can't stop!
A collection of largely humorous poems by two well-known poets, intended principally for the 12-14 age group and many reflecting school experiences.
This puppy is happy - so happy, it feels like dancing the waltz, doing somersaults, laughing out loud - and even climbing on a cloud! This fantastical flight of fancy captures the most joyful of toddler moods, encouraging children to explore their own imagination and celebrate their feelings.
The human world is as confusing as ever for our canine hero. He can't understand why Trixie is getting bigger and bigger, and Rex is getting more grumpy. Then Trixie comes home with another small human! And nobody seems keen on our hero getting very close to him. But he soon finds consolation with the rather attractive lady dog next door who goes through a rather similar transformation to Trixie! A rambunctious dog's eye view of the chaos a small baby brings to the house.
A fabulously funny take on a classic story from two giants of children's books!
"Look out, this squirrel is HUNGRY. So hungry it could eat boiled rice, chocolate mice, a gingerbread man ... even a frying pan! Is there anything it WON'T eat?"--Provided by publisher.
Here are giggles galore featuring snotty schoolboys, magical slides, rogue elephants and short-sighted dentists. With more than 25 stories, there's a laugh on every page!
A Spider Bought a Bicycle features the work of such classic poets as Tennyson, Shakespeare, and Coleridge, as well as traditional playground rhymes and folk songs from around the world. The renowned poet Michael Rosen has selected poems that address many different themes and moods, including funny, sad, wistful, and intriguing poems. All of the poems have been specially chosen for their accessibility to young children, to stimulate their imaginations and further their enjoyment of language. With full-color artwork throughout, this is an anthology young readers will return to again and again.
'Du kannst mich nicht fangen' und 'Du kannst keinen Senf in den Pudding geben' waren vor 25 Jahren bahnbrechende Gedichtsammlungen für Kinder. 'Du kannst mich nicht fangen' gewann 1982 den Signal Poetry Award, und beide Bücher wurden Bestseller. Hier zum ersten Mal kombiniert, wird die gesprächige und unterhaltsame Poesie aus beiden Sammlungen fantastischerweise von albernen, aber perfekt detaillierten, farbigen Illustrationen begleitet. 'Ein Schatz für Kinder und Erwachsene gleichermaßen.' - Big Issue 'Ich habe noch nie ein Kind getroffen, das Quentin Blake nicht mochte.' - Daily Telegraph 'Michael Rosen ist ein Dichter mit einem umherirrenden Talent, der zeigt, wie weit entfernt von gewöhnlich die gewöhnlichsten Ereignisse sind.' - Times Educational Supplement
Gar nicht so einfach, sich in einer großen Familie Gehör zu verschaffen. Als Teddybär Paule die Spielzeugschule verlässt, ist er fest davon überzeugt, viel gelernt zu haben. Vor allem wie man es anstellt, ganz doll liebgehabt zu werden. Doch in seinem neuen Zuhause funktionieren seine Tricks irgendwie nicht: Ordentlich viel Lärm machen, sich auf den Boden werfen oder so knuddelig auszusehen, wie es nur geht - es hilft alles nichts. Schließlich hat er eine sehr ungewöhnliche Idee … Und davon kann seine neue Familie einfach nicht genug bekommen.
Una famiglia parte per una caccia all'orso. Ma cosa succede se, dopo aver attraversato un campo di erba frusciante, un fiume freddo e fondo, una pozza di fango limaccioso, un bosco buio e fitto e una tempesta di neve che fischia, chi cerca l'orso finisce per trovarlo davvero Et di da 3 anni.
Ein kleiner Bär bereitet sich auf den Winterschlaf vor, ist jedoch besorgt, nicht genug Träume zu haben. Auf der Suche nach Träumen, die ihn durch den Winter begleiten, begibt er sich auf ein Abenteuer.
Naveky najsmutnejší! Taký je ten príbeh Romea a Júlie. To sú verše o nesmrteľných milencoch zo Shakespearovho veľdiela Romeo a Júlia, ktoré nebolo vytvorené iba pre javisko, ale je aj nádherným čitateľským zážitkom. William Shakespeare (1564 – 1616) nebol obyčajný dramatik – o ňom sa vždy bude hovoriť ako o najväčšom básnikovi divadla. Aj nový slovenský preklad je dielom básnika – hru preložil Ľubomír Feldek.
Der Kinderbuchklassiker zum Mitmachen als Pappbilderbuch für Kinder ab 2 Jahren
5 Kinder und ein Hund erleben ein turbulentes Abenteuerspiel. Ab 4 Jahre
Was für ein Schreck: Der Rote Ted findet sich plötzlich im Fundbüro eines Bahnhofs wieder. Wie konnte das passieren? Stevie hat ihn einfach im Zug liegen lassen. Wie soll er wieder zu ihr zurückfinden? Mithilfe von Krokodil macht er sich auf die Suche. Ab 4.
