Ken Lake

Robin and Grandad are bound for the 'Venice of the North', St. Petersburg! Peter the Great shows them some of the most famous museums in the world, and even introduces them to the world of ballet. Be sure to take a hat and scarf though, it's going to be a snowy trip! Robin is about to find out! Luckily they have The Magic Talking Book of the World's Most Interesting People and Places to help them learn! With his magic spell, Grandad awakens a new historical figure to show them around the cities they visit. Each has a fascinating story to tell Robin, and helps to teach him some very important facts about the world and its history. The Diaries of Robin’s Travels is a 10 book series that introduces readers to new cities and historical figures. Aimed at children aged 6 and above, these stories are a combination of fact and fiction, both educational and entertaining.

Taffy was a Welsh rabbit and like all Welsh rabbits, his dream was to watch Wales play England at rugby! But Taffy did not know how he would ever save up enough to buy the ticket! He told his great story to Robin and taught him the importance of working hard for something, and that if you do, you will get what you deserve! The Diaries of Robin’s Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin’s world.

Robin thought he knew everything there was to know about gorillas before he bought Gavin. He thought they were just big and scary chest-thumpers! But Gavin was different, and he told him a fascinating story about his life in a safari park, and how the other animals wouldn't let him live his dream of being a childminder to the baby animals - just because they thought he was a scary gorilla! Read Gavin's lovely story, find out how he met Snuffles the Dog, and learn as Robin did how the power of friendship can change your life, and not to judge someone on appearances alone! The Diaries of Robin’s Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin’s world.

Grandad takes Robin on another surprise trip - this time to Paris! And who better to take a tour of the city with than Mr Eiffel himself! Be careful of the snails though - They're a famous French delicacy! Luckily they have The Magic Talking Book of the World's Most Interesting People and Places to help them learn! With his magic spell, Grandad awakens a new historical figure to show them around the cities they visit. Each has a fascinating story to tell Robin, and helps to teach him some very important facts about the world and its history. The Diaries of Robin’s Travels is a 10 book series that introduces readers to new cities and historical figures. Aimed at children aged 6 and above, these stories are a combination of fact and fiction, both educational and entertaining.

It's Robin's birthday and his gift from Grandad is another whirlwind trip, this time to Venice!They enlist the help of the adventurer, Marco Polo, to navigate the canals and discover the hidden gems of the city. Ever wondered why the buildings seem to float on water? Robin is about to find out! Luckily they have The Magic Talking Book of the World's Most Interesting People and Places to help them learn! With his magic spell, Grandad awakens a new historical figure to show them around the cities they visit. Each has a fascinating story to tell Robin, and helps to teach him some very important facts about the world and its history. The Diaries of Robin’s Travels is a 10 book series that introduces readers to new cities and historical figures. Aimed at children aged 6 and above, these stories are a combination of fact and fiction, both educational and entertaining.

Robin's latest school task is to learn about the states of America. As a treat for his hard work, Grandad and Robin fly over to Las Vegas.With Sarah Winnemucca as their guide, they learn all about Las Vegas before it was a city. Do you believe in ghosts? Because you're going to be visiting a ghost town! Robin is about to find out! Luckily they have The Magic Talking Book of the World's Most Interesting People and Places to help them learn! With his magic spell, Grandad awakens a new historical figure to show them around the cities they visit. Each has a fascinating story to tell Robin, and helps to teach him some very important facts about the world and its history. The Diaries of Robin’s Travels is a 10 book series that introduces readers to new cities and historical figures. Aimed at children aged 6 and above, these stories are a combination of fact and fiction, both educational and entertaining.

After having a good time at the school carnival, Grandad takes Robin to see the most famous carnival of them all: they're heading to Rio de Janeiro! Pedro II takes them around Rio's famous sights and shows them the colours of the Rio Carnival. Don't forget to pack your maracas! Robin is about to find out! Luckily they have The Magic Talking Book of the World's Most Interesting People and Places to help them learn! With his magic spell, Grandad awakens a new historical figure to show them around the cities they visit. Each has a fascinating story to tell Robin, and helps to teach him some very important facts about the world and its history. The Diaries of Robin’s Travels is a 10 book series that introduces readers to new cities and historical figures. Aimed at children aged 6 and above, these stories are a combination of fact and fiction, both educational and entertaining.

Robin is learning about continents at school, so Grandad takes him to a famous transcontinental city - Istanbul! With Atarturk to show them around, they explore the historic collection of mosques, bazaars, Sultans and Sultanas. And don't forget to try the Turkish Delight! Robin is about to find out! Luckily they have The Magic Talking Book of the World's Most Interesting People and Places to help them learn! With his magic spell, Grandad awakens a new historical figure to show them around the cities they visit. Each has a fascinating story to tell Robin, and helps to teach him some very important facts about the world and its history. The Diaries of Robin’s Travels is a 10 book series that introduces readers to new cities and historical figures. Aimed at children aged 6 and above, these stories are a combination of fact and fiction, both educational and entertaining.

When Robin bought Leon the Lion from the car-boot sale, he expected him to be fierce and scary but that could not have been further from the truth. Find out how the King of the Jungle became the King of the Jingle, and learn that if at first you don't succeed, try and try again! The Diaries of Robin’s Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin’s world.

Before Robin first chose Donkey Hoo-Tee he could not imagine what life was like for a donkey on the Plains of Spain. Listening to Donkey's story, he found out just how much hard work it was. Donkey Hoo-Tee told Robin how his life was changed forever and that he decided to use his situation to help a kind, old man with a familiar name! Robin learnt all about the benefits of helping others from Donkey Hoo-Tee's heart-warming story! The Diaries of Robin’s Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin’s world.

When Robin bought Carla the Cow from the car-boot sale, he was warned that she was moody and selfish, but he bought her anyway. Carla told Robin how she moaned all day long and was a bit of a loner in the herd because of it! Her story teaches Robin how to make friends and how important having friends is in life! The Diaries of Robin’s Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin’s world.

Geraldo the Giraffe taught Robin the very important lesson of healthy eating. He told him his story about how he one day grew bored of eating leaves and sticks, and decided to give human food a go! But eating so many burgers, pizzas and cakes and not exercising enough made Geraldo very overweight and nearly topple over! Read Geraldo's story and find out how he put it all right! The Diaries of Robin’s Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin’s world.

Robin and his grandad explore car boot sales, bring toys to life and learn some important lessons.

When Roger started to tell Robin and Grandad his story he admitted that he had problems with reading, so he could never read labels on food or other important notices. That was alright until he left his home in Lapland to go travelling and the trouble started. Roger tells Robin of all the problems he got into through not being able to read well, and what he did to put it right! The Diaries of Robin’s Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin’s world.

Clarence the Camel dreamed of being a top racing camel! But he was very big-headed, and thought he was the fastest camel in the desert. He didn't tire of boasting to his friends about how good he was, and he was so proud when he got selected for special racing training! But he told Robin what happened next, and how he learnt to be more modest and not show off to his friends, who might not be as lucky and talented as himself! The Diaries of Robin’s Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin’s world.

Carlos the Cod lived in a deep part of the ocean, and was always warned by his parents not to go near the surface, where the humans tried to catch you. But a shoal of older fish turned up one day and told Carlos to swim to the top with them. Read what happens to Carlos and his new friends, and learn the same lesson Robin did that you should not rise to peer pressure and do things you know are wrong! The Diaries of Robin’s Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin’s world.

Bertie is about to go on his first flight from the hive and collect the pollen for making honey, like he has watched all his friends do! But he is so keen to impress the Queen on his first day that he gets into a spot of bother! This mistake helps Bertie learn the importance of working as a team and not trying to do it all by yourself! The Diaries of Robin’s Toys is a 10 book series which teaches children moral lessons through the magic of toys that come to life! Readers aged 5+ and fans of the Tom Gates series will love getting to know Robin’s world.