Item category 2: Picture books for older readers

'World At Your Feet' is the children's football book that takes 16 of the world's most iconic goals and makes them yours. Goals scored by Pele, Diego Maradona and Dennis Bergkamp are among those included. Each goal is brought to life by commentary written in entertaining rhymes, while the illustr...

This is an illustrated anthology of some of Charles Dickens's greatest works retold and adapted by the incredibly talented Angela McAllister. This volume includes 'Oliver Twist', 'David Copperfield', and 'A Christmas Carol'.

Eight-year-old environmentalist Frankie Morland wants to make a difference to the world. So, he decided to write a song. In this colourful book, Frankie's thoughtful lyrics sit alongside beautiful illustrations which remind us of all there is to love about planet Earth and just how urgent it is t...

This is the third in a series of illustrated children's book by internationally renowned musical and performing artist Madonna.

When Suzy's father is called to war in a faraway jungle, she struggles to deal with his absence. When will he return? As the months go by, measured by the arrival of postcards, Suzy's father starts to feel further and further away. Here is a book that will speak to any child who has had to spend ...

Every day the small wooden people called Wemmicks do the same thing: stick either gold stars or grey dots on one another. The pretty ones always get stars. Those who can do little get ugly grey dots, just like Punchinello. In this heartwarming tale, Eli the woodcarver helps Punchinello understand...

Observer Mink doesn't believe in rules. She loves running wild and free. So, when a zebra appears in the square where she lives and she finds out that his parents have been captured by the evil Mr Spit, she knows that it's up to her to help. So begins a grand adventure to rescue a whole menagerie...

Observer Mink doesn't believe in rules. She loves running wild and free. So, when a zebra appears in the square where she lives and she finds out that his parents have been captured by the evil Mr Spit, she knows that it's up to her to help. So begins a grand adventure to rescue a whole menagerie...

Zombies struggle with healthy hygiene habits in this laugh-out-loud picture book! You probably shouldn't brush your teeth with rocks, right? Well, try telling that to a zombie! Seriously, it's time to teach those undead slobs a thing or two about healthy hygiene.

Zombies discover tips for staying active in this hilarious picture book! Never run away from a zombie. Why? Because they could use the exercise too! Instead, teach them some healthy activities to stay lean and not-so mean.