Author Profile
Alice Hemming
5 Books
Alice Hemming is a British author of over fifty books for children, ranging from engaging picture books to middle-grade fantasy. She is perhaps best known for her internationally bestselling picture book, The Leaf Thief, as well as her popular Dark Unicorns series featuring titles like The Frozen Unicorn. Through her imaginative storytelling in works such as Arlo, Mrs. Ogg, and the Dinosaur Zoo, Hemming consistently captivates younger readers with humor, mystery, and adventure.
Books in "The Leaf Thief"
Squirrel absolutely loves counting the beautiful leaves on his tree. He admires the red leaves, the gold leaves, and the bright orange ones. But wait a minute! One of his precious leaves is missing! Convinced that a sneaky thief is on the loose, Squirrel teams up with his good friend Bird to solve the mystery. Together, they go on a hilarious quest to discover who the leaf thief could be among their forest friends. Is there truly a criminal afoot, or is something else happening in the forest? Tag along on this vibrant autumn adventure as you learn all about the changing seasons and how to adapt to new things. Packed with captivating characters and beautiful art, this funny story is the perfect way to explore the magic of fall and the silly surprises that nature brings.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Squirrel is on high alert. Just a few weeks ago, the sun was still shining bright when it was time for bed. Now, he is brushing his teeth in the pitch black! There is only one logical explanation for this mystery: someone has stolen the sun. Join Squirrel and his best friend Bird as they team up once again for a hilarious summer adventure in the forest. You will follow along as Squirrel investigates the missing daylight, searching high and low for the sneaky culprit. Is there really a sun thief on the loose, or is the forest just getting ready for a new season? This funny and bright story is perfect for exploring how the world around us changes, teaching you all about the magic of summer days and the science behind shorter nights.
6-8 Years
33 Pages
Squirrel is on a mission, and he needs your help right away. Someone has been sneaking around his tree and taking his absolute favorite leaves. Who could this mysterious leaf thief be?
Join Squirrel on a hilarious hunt through the changing seasons as he tries to track down the missing colorful leaves. You get to play detective alongside him, checking under flaps and searching high and low in the forest. It takes a sharp eye to spot the clues left behind by this sneaky culprit.
This interactive mystery is packed with laughs, bright autumn colors, and plenty of surprises to uncover. Grab your magnifying glass and get ready to catch a thief in action before the last leaf falls.
6-8 Years
Bundle up and get ready for a hilarious winter adventure in the forest! Squirrel and Bird are back, and this time, the woods are covered in something cold, white, and completely mysterious. Squirrel has never seen snow before, but once he starts playing in it, he absolutely loves it! There is just one big problem: as soon as Squirrel gets used to the frosty fun, the snow suddenly starts to disappear. Could there be a sneaky snow thief on the loose? Tag along with Squirrel as he searches high and low to solve the mystery of the missing snow. With vibrant illustrations and laugh-out-loud moments, this charming story is a wonderful way to explore the changing seasons. It perfectly captures the magic of winter while gently showing you that it is okay to feel a little anxious when things around you start to change.
6-8 Years
Spring has finally arrived, and Squirrel could not be more excited about the bright sunshine and lovely leaves. But the greatest surprise of all is the perfect, beautiful flower blooming right in his path. After the terrible disappearing leaf disaster of last autumn, Squirrel is not taking any chances. He decides this flower belongs to him, and he is going to do whatever it takes to keep it safe.
With his best friend Bird by his side, Squirrel goes to hilarious extremes to protect his new prize. But Squirrel soon learns that flowers, just like friendships, need a little room to breathe and grow.
Join Squirrel and Bird for a laugh out loud adventure about the changing seasons. You will discover what happens in nature when winter melts away, while exploring how to handle big feelings when things feel out of control.
6-8 Years
30 Pages
