Petr Horácek

Suzy, the silly goose with a mind of her own, returns in a brand new read-aloud Christmas picture book.When Suzy Goose decides that the Christmas tree is missing a star, she sets off on a journey to fetch the shiny star in the sky. No matter how far she travels, she never reaches it. But when she finds herself back at the tree, everyone has a beautiful Christmas surprise!

When something HUGE comes clumping through the forest, all the animals are scared. But it's only their friend, Blue Monster. Blue Monster is surprised - he doesn't even know what it means to be scared and he asks the animals to teach him! Fox, Wolf, Racoon and the Rabbits try lots of scary tricks but nothing scares Blue Monster. Then clever Fox has an idea... Next time Blue Monster goes out he is all alone. He calls out for his friends but nobody replies. What's happened to them? In his worry for his friends, now Blue Monster really is scared. But the animals have just been hiding and BOO!, they jump out, ready to play. This funny and empathetic story, starring lovable Blue Monster and his friends, is perfect for sharing.

Imaginative young minds will love this bold, contemporary picture book about a boy and his rather unusual best friend. A young boy spends his day playing games with his imaginary friend, Elephant. Real or not, when Grandma and Grandpa are busy, Elephant proves to be the perfect playmate! Illustrated with Petr Horacek's distinctive and beautiful style.

A charming story about friendship and optimism from internationally bestselling author-illustrator Petr Horácek. It's Snail's birthday, and he wants to do something special. He's always dreamed of seeing the sunset over the sea - but it's a long way to go. Can his friends help make his dreams come true? A charming and vibrantly illustrated picture book perfect for sharing with young children, from the internationally acclaimed author-illustrator Petr Horácek.

A heartwarming tale of friendship and optimism from internationally bestselling author-illustrator Petr Horácek. Snail dreams of seeing the sunset over the sea – but he has a long way to go. Can his friends help make his wish come true? From Petr Horácek, “the thinking tot’s Eric Carle” (Washington Post), comes a colourful and humorous tale, perfect for reading aloud with little ones.

A peep-through adventure with Rabbit, to share with 3+ readers, illustrated by award-winning author-artist, Petr Horácek. Rabbit wakes up one beautiful morning and decides to go outside. But she can only find one of her socks! Where could the other one be? Is it under the bed? Hidden in the cupboard? Or behind the shower curtain? Peep through the cut-outs on each page to help Rabbit find her missing sock.

When a green hippo struggles with being different, his friends help him accept his individuality in this boldly illustrated story from Petr Hor cek. Green Hippo is feeling sad because someone told him green hippos don't exist. His friends Frog, Elephant, and Giraffe try to cheer him up, but Green Hippo is too dejected to listen--it's easy for them to say such things, as Frog is the color he's supposed to be, Elephant is gray, and Giraffe yellow Walking off on his own, Green Hippo suddenly notices the kaleidoscope of colors all around him in the meadow, and his sadness turns to happiness. He can't wait to share his discovery with his friends, who have their own surprise for him. In a touching story about friendship that doubles as a concept book about colors, Petr Hor cek brings his own brilliant palette to celebrating the differences among us--and the gift of being yourself.

Blue Monster wants to play with Rabbit – but Rabbit is sleeping and doesn’t want to play. SO... what should Blue Monster do? Blue Monster does something you should NEVER do and then... he does it again and again! Now he DEFINITELY has no one to play with! He feels sad, lonely and VERY guilty. But when Blue Monster opens his mouth and YAWNS... what a surprise! Things may get better after all! If Blue Monster only says he’s sorry...

A heart-warming picture book about a green hippo who struggles with being different and the friends who help him accept his individuality, by award-winning author-illustrator, Petr Horácek.Green Hippo is feeling sad. Why? Because someone said green hippos don't exist! Frog, Elephant and Giraffe try to cheer him up, but Green Hippo is feeling too down to listen. But maybe Green Hippo will make a discovery of his own as he goes down to the river and sees the beautiful colours of the world all around him...

What's the best thing about losing something? The happy feeling you get when you find it again, as Rabbit discovers in this truly delightful peek-through story from a masterful picture-book creator. The sun is shining when Rabbit wakes up--a perfect day for a walk But when it's time to get dressed, only one sock can be found. Is the other one under the bed? No, but look, there's a nice warm hat. How about inside the closet? Not there either, but how about that beautiful tutu As Rabbit comes up empty-handed in the search for a matching sock, each location yields another discovery and another item to add to the outfit of the day. And running into friends Squirrel and Mouse outside brings the best discovery yet With deeply saturated colors and a touch of scribbly line, Petr Hor cek's warm and gentle peek-through adventure will entice little readers to visit Rabbit again and again.

A little owl is determined to explore the world in the daytime. But is that a good idea? Petr Hor cek brings his vibrant and visual humor to a cautionary tale of curiosity--and a mother's comfort. Dawn is coming, and Tiny Owl really wants to explore the day. Mama Owl explains that owls need to sleep when the sun is up so they can fly at night. But Tiny Owl isn't sleepy And she isn't scared So when Mama is sound asleep, Tiny Owl sneaks out of the nest. Flying in the sunshine is so exciting Resting near some beautiful flowers is lovely (What is that swishing sound in the grass?) Watching the fish in the river is fun (Is that a creeping noise by the water's edge?) The noises may be a little scary, but Tiny Owl feels safe here on a branch with lots of other birds. Wait, why is everyone suddenly flying off, leaving her alone? She wants to go home With expressive art, rich in color and texture, acclaimed creator Petr Hor cek tells a classic tale of a child's venture out of the nest, knowing a mother's protective love awaits her return.

Tom and Mot are best friends. On their birthday, Tom gives Mot a feather – but could it be a feather from the most spectacular bird in the world? Mot gives Tom a marble – or is it the smallest planet in the universe? Tom would like to give a whale, a dolphin, a sea monster, an elephant, while Mot would give rivers, mountains, forests and even the sun! But after a joyful day playing together, what is the best present of all? This beautiful story of imagination and friendship is perfect for sharing.

A peep-through adventure with Rabbit, to share with 3+ readers, illustrated by award-winning author-artist, Petr Horácek.Rabbit wakes up one beautiful morning and decides to go outside. But she can only find one of her socks! Where could the other one be? Is it under the bed? Hidden in the cupboard? Or behind the shower curtain? Peep through the cut-outs on each page to help Rabbit find her missing sock.

Renowned illustrator Petr Hor cek brings his luminous art to an interactive, peek-through woodland adventure for the youngest of readers. Little Bunny in the woods, what can you see?There's a big friendly bear smiling straight at me. Who will Little Bunny find in the woods? Open this sweet board book and peer through the die-cut on each spread to spy a host of woodland animals--colorful birds, a friendly bear, a BIG red fox, a helpful owl--and a very special someone waiting at the end of the book. Petr Hor cek's simple, rhyming text and vibrant illustrations are perfectly designed to engage little listeners.

From award-winning creator Petr Hor cek, a vibrantly illustrated, peek-through farm adventure for the youngest of readers. Little Chick on the farm, what can you see?A happy pig in the mud right beside me. Who will Little Chick find on the farm? Open this sweet board book and peer through the die-cut on each spread to spy some favorite farm animals--a jovial pig, a furry cat, a great big cow, a tiny mouse, a friendly horse--and a very special someone waiting at the end of the book. Petr Hor cek's simple, rhyming text and luminous illustrations are perfectly designed to engage little listeners.

An adventurous and heart-warming picture book about a sparky little owl who is determined to leave the nest during the day, by internationally acclaimed author-illustrator, Petr Horácek.Tiny Owl wants to explore the day. Mummy Owl says the day can be dangerous but Tiny Owl isn't scared! So, when Mummy Owl is asleep, Tiny Owl tiptoes out of the nest and flies off. There are all kinds of other birds and animals out during the day, and everything is so colourful!But maybe night-time is best for owls after all...

Blue Monster wants to play with Rabbit – but Rabbit is sleeping and doesn’t want to play. SO... what should Blue Monster do? Blue Monster does something you should NEVER do and then... he does it again and again! Now he DEFINITELY has no one to play with! He feels sad, lonely and VERY guilty. But when Blue Monster opens his mouth and YAWNS... what a surprise! Things may get better after all! If Blue Monster only says he’s sorry...

A charmingly earnest pair of bears find a friend where they least expect it in this heartwarming comedy of errors featuring the rich artwork of Petr Hor cek. Black Bear is feeling lonely, so he decides to look for a friend. Luckily, he meets Brown Bear, who is in the same situation The bears decide to join forces, but finding a friend isn't easy. After helping each other through forests and over a brook, skirting a ravine and even practicing how to "find" with a slightly suspenseful game of hide-and-seek, their elusive friend is still nowhere to be found. Or has the perfect candidate been there all along? With deeply saturated colors and endearing characters, Petr Horacek offers a gentle reminder that the best things in life may be hiding in plain sight.