Item category 1: Board Books

In 'Bear and Box', join the friends on a first colours adventure in which they investigate the contents of a large box.

A child's language development is strongly influenced by the close sharing of well-known songs and rhymes, whilst actions and movements aid coordination. The books in this series keep this valuable oral tradition alive.

Cha-cha with the chimps and rock 'n' roll with the rhino in this funny and very moving story about Gerald the Giraffe who longs to dance - but is laughed off the dance floor. Hilarious illustrations complement Giles Andreae's rollicking rhyme.

Slinky Malinki and Stickybeak Syd are left in the house on their own where they cause absolute mayhem. Leaving a trail of destruction from the bedroom to the kitchen, Slinky opens one final door and is surprised at what he finds behind it - his old adversary Hairy Maclary!

Spot spends his first day at school and finds himself having more and more fun as the day goes on. A lift-the-flap, board book, this story is perfect for small hands and enquiring minds.

With this first alphabet book from Rod Campbell, children can learn both their ABC and the names of animals. There are flaps to lift and all sorts of fun to be had.

Featuring seven simple rhymes in a sturdy board book format, this volume includes action rhymes which allows babies and toddlers to build movement, co-ordination and language skills.

Using simple rhymes the author conjures up vivid poetic images of the ocean and its creatures in this sequel to the Rumble in the Jungle poetry book. The accompanying music and sound effects make you feel like you're by the sea!

The school roof has another leak and money needs to be raised to fix it. Daddy Pig suggests having a fun run, but no-one else will run with him. Will he make it to the finish line?

This interactive book takes a look at babies' first actions, including sitting up, grasping, clapping and crawling. The book contains a mix of photos and graphics, with a large lenticular on the final page - tilt the page to watch the baby clap!