Alpaca's maracas (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Alpaca's maracas (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Alpaca makes and sells maracas, and, with the Carnival coming, business should be booming - but no one is buying. Then she discovers Baby Rattlesnake has a problem too - his tail just won't rattle. Can they help each other? A fun rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, with

Roman Soldier's Handbook (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Alpacas with Maracas (PB) (Cosgrove Matt)(Paperback / softback)

When Macca and his best friend Al decide they want to take part in a talent show, they set to work figuring out what they're good at. But when they try all sorts of things and can't seem to get any of it right, they start to wonder if there's anything they do well... A heartwarming story of

Goat in a Boat (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

A lively story with humorous illustrations, ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills. Includes guidance notes for parents at

Frog on a log (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Frog lives in a bog. One day, he finds someone lost in the fog... This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and colourful illustrations by Stephen Cartwright - and you can also listen to the story online, too. A delight to share with young children, with parent's notes on

Axolotl finds a bottle (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Axolotl longs for adventure. One day, she finds an old bottle with something amazing inside. What could it be? This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text, stylish illustrations and parents' notes on phonics at the back of the book. With free online audio to listen to the

Ted's Shed (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Ted is busy in his shed, but can you guess what he's making? This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and colourful illustrations by Stephen Cartwright - and you can also listen to the story online. A delight to share with young children, or for beginner readers to read

Chimp with a Limp (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Cheeky Chimp has a limp...or does he? Follow his extremely tall tale as he explains why he cannot possibly help Cheetah. This fun story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, features simple text and wonderful illustrations by David Semple. It's ideal for reading aloud and for children

Wind in the Willows (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Mole, Ratty, Badger and the infamous Mr Toad love nothing more than messing around on the river. But when Mr Toad develops an obsession with motor vehicles, will his friends be able to help before he loses everything? A delightful retelling featuring simple, engaging text and charming

'Twas the Night before Christmas (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

'Twas the Night Before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse...' The traditional and much-loved Christmas poem by Clement Clarke Moore, illustrated by John

Trick or Treat, Parakeet? (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

It's Halloween and Parakeet is busy carving pumpkins and icing spooky treats. But when her friends come to call, they get a shock. Is that a GHOST who answers the door? A fun rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, with lively illustrations by David

Fairy Gardens Magic Painting Book (Sims Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Brush the pages of this book with water and see the fairies and flowers in the enchanted garden burst into beautiful colour! There are 16 scenes to paint, including a fairy garden covered in snow, a lake of lily pads, a fairy fruit patch and lots more. With a fold-out back cover to prevent colours

Illustrated Stories from Shakespeare - Lesley Sims

The stories of six of Shakespeare's best-loved plays, beautifully retold and illustrated for children growing in reading confidence. Includes Twelfth Night, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Hamlet, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet and The Tempest as well as a short biography of the bard himself. Each story is

Rumour (Kara Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Dog Whisperer (Sims Graeme)(Paperback / softback)

Graeme Sims is the man who speaks

Blasted Things (Glaister Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Dead to Me (Pearse Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Procession - Jeremy Deller (Young Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Valley of Lost Secrets (Parr Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

House Across the Street (Pearse Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

Duple Coachbuilders - From Domination to Demise (Sims Chris)(Paperback / softback)

Tyranny (Fairfield Lesley)(Paperback / softback)

In this stark portrayal of a young woman's struggle with anorexia, Lesley Fairfield draws on her own experiences of an eating disorder to give a powerful and candid story of hope and

Encyclopaedia of Girls' School Stories - Volume One (Sims Sue)(Paperback / softback)

Encyclopaedia of Girls' School Stories - Volume Three (Sims Sue)(Paperback / softback)