Jane Chapman

A heartfelt story, deftly written and beautifully illustrated by the inimitable Jane Chapman. "I miss Bear." sniffed Mole, "but I know he wouldn't want us to be sad." "How can we feel happy?" puzzled Beaver. "Everything is different now." Bear died on a Friday, as sun speckled the grass and caterpillars nibbled the leaves. Beaver and Mole are devastated by the loss of their friend. They share their sadness and anger, but find joy in their memories and stories of Bear. Together they decide to finish Bear's treehouse only to discover that he had a surprise waiting for them all along. One that they will carry in their hearts for ever. It can be difficult to know what to do when someone dies. Grief is all-consuming, complex and powerful. This uplifting, gentle and reassuring story about the death of a loved one encourages those who have lost, both young and old, to celebrate and remember their loved one, while also finding solitude in friendship and community during times of hardship. The ideal companion for readers of Badger's Parting Gift, The Memory Tree and Michael Rosen's Sad Book.

Hidden under shady leaves, a tiny gorilla's face peeps out - silent and alone. But out in the world, friendship awaits. And there is joy to be found . . . together. A tender story about finding a way through sadness and the importance of compassion and connection in a challenging world.

Dora can't help thinking that her friends' animal babies are much nicer than her newly laid eggs. But then, Dora's eggs hatch...

Smudge is a dog with lots and lots of ideas, but when it starts raining and Smudge wants to keep dry, each idea starts going horribly wrong!

A moving tale of friendship and understanding, beautifully illustrated and deftly written by the inimitable Jane Chapman. Mole loves the hustle and bustle, laughter and excitement of being with her friends. But sometimes she needs a little space for herself. To stop and breathe. To think and rest. Can she find a quiet place all of her own? Maybe with a little help from her friends. Sometimes everyone needs some space to be themselves. To refresh and reset. This warm and welcoming tale sensitively explores the needs of introverted children. Just like The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig and Patrice Barton, Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller and Jen Hill and Kindness is my Superpower by Alicia Ortego, Mole's Quiet Place encourages empathy and teaches children to consider the needs of others.

Tärkeä tarina ystävyyden ja yksinolon tasapainosta. Myyrä ja Majava ovat hyviä ystäviä, ja kaikki metsän eläimet haluavat kyläillä heidän puumajassaan. Maja on usein täynnä naurua ja laulua sekä vilinää ja vilskettä. Joskus se on Myyrälle liikaa. Joskus Myyrä tarvitsisi oman, rauhallisen paikan. Onneksi metsän väki rientää apuun!

Little Bear longs to be as big and as fast as his mother. In the cold Arctic snow, Mother Bear shows the little bear cub what it's like to be grown up. But after riding on Mother Bear's shoulders and snuggling up for the night, Little Bear realises that he's not quite ready to grow up yet.

Koskettava mutta toiveikas kuvakirja käsittelee edesmenneen muiston kunnioittamista. Kun Majava ja Myyrä saavat kuulla, että Karhu on kuollut, asiaa on vaikea ymmärtää. Miten hyväksyä se, että joku on poissa? Kun Karhun kesken jäänyt majanrakennusprojekti löytyy, metsän eläimet keksivät uuden tavan muistella ystäväänsä.

Christmas is coming and Ted is SO excited, he's just about ready to pop! "Is it Christmas yet?" he cries. "It is it Christmas yet?" Poor Ted - will it EVER be Christmas? A fantastic new board book edition of a favourite Christmas story by the award-winning Jane Chapman (The Little White Owl and The Bears in the Bed and the Great Big Storm), Is It Christmas Yet? is the perfect festive gift for little ones with the Christmas jitters! With sturdy pages that are easy for little hands to turn, along with beautiful illustrations and a vibrant, funny text, this is an ideal book to read with children in the run up to Christmas.

Barry loves living in the forest. The other animals love to cuddle him because he's so soft. And even though Barry loves hugs, sometimes he just wants to be left alone He comes up with an idea to put an end to all the cuddles and interviews a variety of "cuddly" replacements. But will his plan work?

Little Bear has broken Mummy's favourite sunflower. What if her mum won't love her any more? Luckily, Mummy knows just what to do... "Put your paw on your heart," she smiles, "and you'll feel my love going on and on for ever!" A heartwarming story of unconditional love, with gorgeous illustrations from Jane Chapman (Love Enough For Two, I'm Not Sleepy!, Squish Squash Squeeze!).