Michael Rosen

The best-selling classic by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury, beautifully reimagined in a carousel gift edition with peep-through pages, gold foil, and a beautiful ribbon tie, is the perfect present for brave explorers and a gift to treasure forever. Step into the world of the bear hunt and join the family as they swish swash through the grass, splash splosh through the river, and squelch squerch through the mud in this carousel version of the classic family favorite We're Going on a Bear Hunt. With a specially adapted short version of the much-loved chant and Helen Oxenbury's charming watercolor illustrations as they've never been seen before, each section is made up of three exquisite layers to create an intricate and immersive book experience.

Enjoy some of the very best poems from the nation's favourite family poet, Michael Rosen, in this laugh-out-loud poetry book. Dive into a brand-new edition of a classic collection of Michael Rosen's poems, featuring all-time favourites including “Hot Food”, “No Breathing in Class” and “Babysitter”. With lively illustrations from rising star Hannah Robinson, this is the perfect way to introduce younger readers to the playful side of poetry. NICE!

From national treasure Michael Rosen and award-winning illustrator Alex Willmore comes a hilarious new picture book about a mischievous cat. Our neighbour has a cat. We call it “Neighbour’s Cat”. Sometimes, he comes to our house … and he acts like he lives here! But what does he get up to when he’s out of sight upstairs? Does he play with our toys? Take a bubble bath? Or worse?! A riotous romp of a picture book from former Children’s Laureate Michael Rosen, with laugh-out-loud illustrations from multi-award-winning illustrator Alex Willmore, guaranteed to delight animal-lovers everywhere.

Metsän eläinten asuttamassa laaksossa ei enää riitä ruokaa kaikille. Pikkunallen ja Isonallen täytyy siksi lähteä pitkälle matkalle etsimään uutta kotia. Pikkunallea askarruttaa tutusta ja turvallisesta ympäristöstä luopuminen. Miten koti-ikävästä voi selvitä? Ja mitä jos siellä uudessa paikassa eksyy? Kahden karhun suuri seikkailu rohkaisee lukijaa uusien alkujen äärellä.

The ultimate beginner’s guide to the magic of Shakespeare, from the award-winning Michael Rosen and Chris Riddell. Step inside a sparkling celebration of the wonderful words of William Shakespeare. With former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen as your guide, discover how Shakespeare explores love and heartbreak, magic and superstition, jealousy, beauty and much more in a collection of quotes and speeches taken from his plays – plus a selection of Shakespearean insults and one-liners! Michael Rosen’s commentary illuminates the Bard for beginners alongside sumptuous illustrations by Chris Riddell, making this the perfect book to bring Shakespeare to life for all ages.

Get out and about in nature with this brilliant book of year-round outdoor activities inspired by the world of We're Going on a Bear Hunt. Inspired by the world of the modern classic and much-loved family favourite We're Going on a Bear Hunt, this is an outdoor activity book for young nature-lovers and their families everywhere! With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, there are over 30 nature adventures to be had! Set out in seasonal chapters with four brand new Bear Hunt poems by Michael Rosen, each section includes activities such as pond-dipping, star-gazing, den-building, bird-feeding alongside rain gauges, scavenger hunts, tree investigations and conker noughts and crosses. Ideal for families with young children, this engaging book is guaranteed to make going for a walk a whole lot more fun!

From the author of Michael Rosen’s Sad Book comes a moving story of loss and acceptance. Michael’s son Eddie has died. But does that mean he has really gone? Michael decides to go and look for him. Visiting the places they went together and speaking to his friends and siblings, he discovers how Eddie is alive in their memories. Eddie is still here. Simply told, and with emotional honesty by the former Children’s Laureate about his own experience of losing his son Eddie, this is a vital book for children dealing with grief and loss, showing how a loved one can be kept with you through memories. Illustrated with warmth and sensitivity by acclaimed illustrator Gill Smith, and with an afterword by Michael Rosen.

Nu ska vi gå på björnjakt och fånga oss en bamse. Vilken underbar dag! Vi är inte rädda. För första gången på svenska: den världskända ­be­rät­­telsen om björnjakten som inte alls blir som deltagarna i den föreställde sig ... »Ett dramatiskt och humoristiskt mästerverk ... En klassiker för alla åldrar i alla tider.« Independent on Sunday Michael Rosen, född 1946, är en engelsk barnboks­författare, poet och professor i barnlitteratur vid University of London. Han har skrivit över 200 böcker för barn och vuxna. Den mest kända av dem är för­mod­ligen Nu ska vi gå på björnjakt som har översatts till många språk och sålt i över 15 miljoner exemplar. https://www.michaelrosen.co.uk/ Helen Oxenbury, född 1938, är en engelsk illustratör och författare av bilderböcker för barn. Hon har publi­cerat över 140 böcker och har tilldelats bl.a. Kate Green­away Medal och Book Trust Lifetime Achievement Award. År 2025 utgav hon, till­sammans med Michael Rosen, Oh Dear, Look What I Got!. https://helenoxenbury.co.uk/

A poignant and ultimately uplifting picture book based on a true story of an escape from a convoy to Auschwitz. “Get through one day and then on to the next. One day at a time. One day after another.” Eugène Handschuh was a Jewish member of the Resistance in occupied Paris. After he was captured by the Nazis, he was placed on a convoy to Auschwitz. Against all the odds, with the help of strangers and fellow members of the Resistance, Eugène and his father escaped the convoy and survived – when so many others did not. Former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen was inspired to tell this story after discovering his father’s uncle and aunt were on the same convoy as Eugène, but never returned. With powerful illustrations from Benjamin Phillips, whose work has been shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal for Illustration, this sensitive true-story picture book reminds us of the best of people, in the worst of times.

Michael Rosen’s hilarious viral video poem is brought to life in picture book form by award-winning illustrator Neal Layton.Michael Rosen’s poem about his dad and the too-hot potato is one of the best-known and best-loved of all his poems. Michael’s own performance of the poem has even become a meme – "Nice!" This is the first time the poem has been illustrated in full colour, in a hilarious picture book.Young Michael thinks his dad knows everything. But then one day, one terrible day, he found that his dad does NOT know everything: this is how it goes. They sit down to eat, and the potato’s a bit hot. Michael knows to blow on it to cool it down before eating it. His brother knows it, and his mum knows it. So why does his dad pop it straight into this mouth? And what happens next? A funny slice of family life, told in irresistible repetitive text, that will delight young and old alike.

A GUARDIAN BEST CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR**'A picture book of sublime warmth and comfort' - Guardian****'Gorgeous' - Observer****'A simply beautiful book for young children' - The i Newspaper**The Cold is coming, and it’s time for Big Bear and Little Bear to get ready for the Big Sleep – for bears sleep all winter long, and wake up in the spring. But Little Bear is worried. What if they run out of dreams during the Big Sleep?And so, Little Bear sets out bravely to find enough dreams to see them through the long winter. On his journey, he discovers dreams of happiness; dreams of homecoming; and dreams of hope.But with the Cold approaching fast, will Little Bear make it back home in time for the Big Dreaming? A resonant and uplifting tale from a master storyteller, The Big Dreaming is a classic in the making, filled with luminous illustrations by award-winning Daniel Egnéus.

The Times Children's Book of the Week 9th April 2023 Shortlisted for the Historical Association's Young Quills 2023 Award Inspired by a true family story, Michael Rosen presents an astonishing account of perseverance, love and hope in wartime. Beginning in 1939, young Solly in London exchanges letters with his teenaged cousin, Bernie, in Poland. While Solly is evacuated and tries his best to adjust to life in the English countryside, Bernie's parents know that as Jews they're not safe staying in Warsaw, so they send Bernie to the Russian-occupied side of the country in the hope that he'll be safer there. Soon, though, he is arrested and sent off to a forced labour camp in Russia. As the cousins exchange sporadic letters, they try to keep their spirits up, trading jokes and observations about the world changing all around them. Then Bernie seizes the opportunity to join the "Anders Army" and fight the Axis powers, and tells Solly all about his experiences in Iraq and eventually Italy, where he fights alongside the British at the famous Battle of Monte Cassino. Does Bernie survive and find a safe place to call home? With breathtaking illustrations by beloved illustrator Michael Foreman, this is an unforgettable story of courage and love, perfect for the whole family to share. Michael Rosen is one of the best-known figures in the children's book world, known for his work as poet and author of classic books such as WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT. This book is a perfect companion to POPPY FIELD by Michael Morpurgo and Michael Foreman. Together, the books are a wonderful introduction to the history of the great wars of the 20th century and the importance of Remembrance. REVIEWS OF PLEASE WRITE SOON "An important book authored by two legends of British children’s literature, Please Write Soon should be required reading for everyone" BOOKTRUST "highly recommended. It doesn’t take long to read, but has a lot to say and has a big impact." Kids Bookreview "highly recommended. It doesn’t take long to read, but has a lot to say and has a big impact." Books for Keeps

Britain's national treasure Michael Rosen delivers a silly, mind-fizzing collection of heartwarming true tales perfect for bedtime. For kids aged 6 to 106!These totally true (and very silly) stories are the perfect bedtime reading, either to share together or for newly confident readers to read alone.Giggle at the story of dogs who learnt to drive (yes, really), elephants who sway to classical guitar music, a fish who is best friends with a diver and the boy who found a huge giant shark tooth. Marvel at these silly, good news stories - there's something to delight and inspire everyone before bedtime.From the bestselling author of Chocolate Cake and We're Going On A Bear Hunt, this beautifully illustrated bedtime collection of five-minute true stories is perfect for kids aged 6 and older.

A classic new picture book by the creators of the bestselling We’re Going on a Bear Hunt."I went to the shop to get me a carrot. Oh dear, they gave me …. a parrot! Oh dear, look what I got! Do I want that? No I do NOT!"From beloved author and illustrator pairing Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury comes a brilliant new picture book that will delight a new generation of children. Each visit to the shop brings an animal surprise in this playful read-aloud, with a final twist and a joyful ending. Young readers will love joining in the rhyming text and guessing what comes next in this hilarious picture book, sure to become a timeless classic.