Toddlers and young children will love interacting with the friendly touch-and-feel monkeys in this sturdy board book from Ladybird. Have fun reading the rhymes together and finding the feely areas on the monkeys each time. Feel squishy ears or stroke a fuzzy tummy, as each little monkey is different. Then think of a name for the last little monkey at the end! A perfect first touch and feel book for all young monkey fans, This Little Monkey helps to develop sensory and language awareness in preschool children.

«The Ladybird Book of Kings and Queens» is the ideal first reference book for primary school children. It is packed with information about England's monarchs, in chronological order, including King Henry VIII, Queen Elizabeth I, and Queen Victoria. Full of fascinating facts, this handy book will help schoolchildren with their history studies. It includes a weblink to a free downloadable chart showing a timeline of Kings and Queens of England.»

«The Ladybird Book of British History» is the ideal first reference book for primary school children. It is packed with information about topics children will learn at school, including the Romans, the Tudors, and Victorian Britain. Full of fascinating facts and detailed drawings, this handy book will form an invaluable part of any child's first reference library. It includes a weblink to a downloadable timeline of British history.»

«The Ladybird Book of London» is a gem from the Ladybird vintage archive. First published in 1961, this is a classic Ladybird hardback book, packed with information about Britain's capital. This new edition is exactly the same as the original, with a dust jacket and beautifully reproduced images. The story of London, her sights and history, is illustrated with twenty-four beautiful full-page pictures. Starting from Trafalgar Square this book takes you through famous streets to see historic buildings, to learn something of the story of Britain's famous capital. Westminster Abbey and St Paul's Cathedral, the Tower, Guildhall and the City, Hampton Court and Kew Gardens, the Zoo and Madame Tussaud's — they are all here.»

My First Ladybird Dictionary is the ideal first reference book for primary school children. It is packed with clear, concise definitions and fun illustrations, and children will find it informative and simple to use. If you need to find out what a word means, or how to spell it, look it up here! Great for helping children to expand their vocabulary, and develop their English language skills.

This colourful storybook is based on the number one and award-winning preschool children's TV show on Channel 5 and Nickelodeon — Peppa Pig. Read this story and join Peppa and George as they go to playgroup. It is George's first day and Peppa doesn't really want him there. But when all of her friends want a little brother too, will Peppa change her mind? Find out in this lovely little piggy tale. Read the story to help your little ones find out what it's like to have their first day at preschool, nursery, playgroup or school, with the reassurance that Peppa Pig and George did it too!

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Read it yourself is a learning to read series of classic, traditional stories with four levels of difficulty to suit the stage your child is at with reading. Written in a simple way for young readers, they will build their confidence in learning to read as they progress through each level. Familiar fairytales and exciting stories will amuse children and encourage them to progress further with this series and become confident readers. Each book in the Read it yourself with Ladybird series is carefully structured to include many everyday words that are vital for first reading/beginner readers. They also contain clear, beautiful pictures for extra support and interest. Extra puzzle questions at the end of each book further help with comprehension. This Read it yourself version of The Emperor's New Clothes is suitable for children who are beginning to learn to read. The story is told simply, using short sentences and a small number of frequently repeated words.

A simple and informative book, which will give children a flying start in telling the time and understanding time words and phrases. You can point to the clocks on each page, say the time and discuss what people are doing at different times of the day.

Knowing the sounds of the letters in thе alphabet and matching those letter sounds to pictures are important pre-reading skills for young children. Helps to introduce the alphabet. Builds understanding of letter sounds. Supports early literacy skills. Advice on how to help your child.

Based on the Key Words Reading Scheme, Read With Me is an enjoyable and uncomplicated reading scheme that uses the 'look and say' approach to learning to read. Pronunciation and meaning are developed through regular introduction and repetition of essential key words.

Based on the traditional fairy tale The Gingerbread Man, this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home. Follow the gingerbread man as he tries to escape all manner of hungry animals and people! Part of the Ladybird First Favourite Tales series — a perfect introduction to fairy tales for preschoolers — this hardback book contains lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. It is ideal for reading aloud and sharing with 2-4 year olds.