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Award winning
Follow the Swallow
Julia Donaldson, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of friendship and cooperation.
Stimulates young imaginations with vibrant storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about nature and animals.
Supports early literacy skills through engaging narrative.
Follow the Swallow
Julia Donaldson, 2001
Award winning
The Smartest Giant in Town
Julia Donaldson, 2012
16 pages
Why to read
Fosters empathy through giant’s kind-hearted actions.
Engages kids with rhythmic, lively narrative.
Highlights values of sharing and generosity.
Supports language development with fun rhymes.
The Smartest Giant in Town
Julia Donaldson, 2012
The Wrong Kind of Bark
Julia Donaldson, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Humorous story encourages laughter and joy.
Engages children's imagination and creativity.
Teaches the value of honesty and perseverance.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing bonding.
The Wrong Kind of Bark
Julia Donaldson, 2004
The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes
Julia Donaldson, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity and imaginative play.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Encourages resilience through relatable characters.
Interactive reading experience for children and parents.
The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes
Julia Donaldson, 2019
Sharing a Shell
Julia Donaldson, David Donaldson, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates themes of friendship and sharing.
Bright, captivating illustrations engage young readers.
Introduces concepts of cooperation and conflict resolution.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Sharing a Shell
Julia Donaldson, David Donaldson, 2004
The Gruffalo: A Pop-Up Flap Book
Julia Donaldson, 2024
Why to read
Vibrant pop-up illustrations enhance interactive reading.
Engages children's creativity and imagination.
Develops motor skills through lifting and sliding flaps.
Fosters language development and storytelling abilities.
The Gruffalo: A Pop-Up Flap Book
Julia Donaldson, 2024
Julia Donaldson's Book of Names: A Magical Rhyming Celebration of Children, Imagination, Stories... And Names!
Julia Donaldson, 2025
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates imagination through vibrant, magical rhyming tales.
Introduces children to names, enhancing personal identity exploration.
Strengthens literacy with engaging, rhythmic language patterns.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Julia Donaldson's Book of Names: A Magical Rhyming Celebration of Children, Imagination, Stories... And Names!
Julia Donaldson, 2025
A Squash and a Squeeze: Hardback Gift Edition
Julia Donaldson, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging, rhythmic story by beloved author Julia Donaldson.
Teaches valuable lessons on gratitude and space management.
Illustrations by Axel Scheffler enhance the reading experience.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions with young children.
