Author Profile
Julia Donaldson
26 Books
Julia Donaldson is a highly successful English writer, playwright, and performer. She is universally beloved for her rhyming children's books, particularly 'The Gruffalo', 'Room on the Broom', and 'The Snail and the Whale'. Often collaborating with illustrator Axel Scheffler, her engaging storytelling has made her one of the top-selling authors worldwide.
Deep under the bridge, a grumpy troll is dreaming of his favorite meal. He desperately wants a nice, juicy goat to eat, but day after day, he is stuck eating nothing but boring fish.
Far out at sea, a crew of hungry pirates has the exact opposite problem. Hank Chief and his scruffy pirate band love eating fish, but they do not know how to cook! Their slimy, soggy dinners are absolutely terrible, and they are constantly sailing to the wrong islands while looking for buried treasure. When the pirate crew finally lands on the troll's island, these two very different worlds crash together in the funniest way possible.
Prepare for a hilarious mix-up filled with treasure maps, terrible cooking, and unexpected friendships. This clever adventure proves that sometimes the exact thing you are looking for is waiting right around the corner.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Meet Dot, a very brave and special Dalmatian who is definitely not your ordinary dog. Every day after her morning swim, Dot and her owner Rose hop on the bus to visit the children at the local hospital. You will see how Dot brings smiles to everyone she meets, from crying babies to bored teenagers, offering the perfect cuddles to cheer them up. But her important work does not stop at just being a good friend. When one of her favorite patients suddenly finds themselves in trouble, Dot has to jump into action. You will be cheering for this wonderful hospital dog as she proves that true bravery and kindness can save the day.
6-8 Years
Charlie Cook is curled up in a cozy chair, reading his absolute favorite book about a pirate captain. But when the pirate discovers a treasure chest, he finds a book inside about Goldilocks, who is busy reading a book about a brave knight. You will tumble through an amazing, circular chain of stories where every character is reading a brand new book about someone else. From croaking frogs and clever ghosts to a queen celebrating her birthday and a spaceship soaring through the stars, there is a surprise waiting on every page. You will love following this magical trail of tales that eventually loops all the way back to Charlie Cook himself.
6-8 Years
25 Pages
Being born into the wrong family can be tough, especially when you are a peaceful plant-eater living with a fierce pack of T-Rexes. While his loud and scary sisters love hunting and roaring, our little hero just wants to sip water and eat tasty water-weeds.
When he realizes he does not belong with the terrifying Tyrannosauruses, the brave little dinosaur runs away to find where he truly fits in. His journey takes him across the river to the friendly Duckbill dinosaurs, but danger is never far behind. He might be small and gentle, but when the angry T-Rexes come looking for a fight, this clever underdog has a brilliant plan to save his new friends.
This hilarious and heartwarming story is packed with fun rhymes and shows that you do not need to be big and scary to be a true hero.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Granny has caught a terrible case of the Moozles, and there is only one cure in the entire world. You have to find the rare and mysterious fruit of the faraway Flumflum tree.
Join Jack and his brave crew of friends as they set sail on an exciting ocean voyage to save the day. The journey is packed with wild challenges, but Granny has packed a special patchwork sack full of odd and surprising items. From a skipping rope to a tent peg, every strange object might just be exactly what Jack needs to get past the obstacles in his way.
Get ready for a wonderful rhyming adventure that proves you can solve any problem with a little bit of quick thinking and teamwork. It is the perfect read-aloud journey for young explorers.
6-8 Years
A tiny snail with a very big dream wants to see the vast and wonderful world beyond her black rock. You will set off on an amazing journey when she hitches a ride on the tail of a massive humpback whale. Together, you will travel past towering icebergs, fiery volcanoes, and golden sandy beaches. But the ocean is full of unexpected dangers, and when the giant whale gets stuck on the shore, it seems like all hope is lost. You will discover how even the smallest creature can make a huge difference as the brave little snail hatches a clever plan to save her massive friend. This beautiful tale shows that you are never too small to help out a friend in need.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
A kind witch and her very happy cat are flying high above the forests and rivers on their broomstick when a sudden gust of wind blows away the witch's tall hat. As they fly down to find it, they meet a helpful dog, a green bird, and a clean frog who all want a ride. You will join this growing group of friends as they pile onto the broomstick one by one. But the broom is not meant to hold so many passengers, and suddenly it snaps right in half. When a scary, hungry dragon appears looking for a tasty snack, you will see how these wonderful new friends team up to save the day.
6-8 Years
24 Pages
Rabbit is hopping home to his burrow, but there is a big problem waiting inside. A booming voice echoes out from the dark, claiming to be the terrifying Giant Jumperee. You will follow along as Rabbit's friends try to help him figure out who is hiding in his home. Cat tries to slink inside, Bear tries to growl, and Elephant uses his loud trunk, but the mysterious voice scares them all away. When a tiny, brave mother frog steps right up to the burrow, you will finally discover the hilarious secret behind the scary voice. This wonderfully funny story shows you that sometimes the biggest scares come from the smallest surprises.
6-8 Years
20 Pages
When the children leave the house for the day, their toys do not just sit around waiting. The bath toys spring into action, climb into their magical flying bath, and take off on incredible rescue missions around the world. You will fly with a brave turtle, a clever duck, and an adventurous frog as they travel the globe searching for anyone in need of some water. From giving a muddy piglet a much-needed shower to putting out a scary fire for a panicked baboon, they are always ready for an emergency. You will love soaring through the sky on this splashy, high-flying adventure before heading back home just in time for the children's bathtime.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Tabby McTat is a very musical cat with a remarkably loud purr. He and his best friend, a street busker named Fred, are perfectly happy spending their days singing wonderful songs for the crowds. But everything changes in a flash when Fred spots a thief stealing a hat full of coins and chases him down the street. Suddenly, Tabby McTat is left all alone in the big city. You will follow the brave, musical cat on a long, winding journey as he tries to find a warm new home and misses his old friend dearly. This beautiful and heartwarming tale explores the true meaning of loyalty, family, and the power of finding your own song.
6-8 Years
Step right into the deep, leafy jungle for an afternoon of incredible crafts and activities. A little monkey is lost and trying to find his mother, and a well-meaning butterfly is doing her best to help him out. You will revisit their hilarious, mixed-up journey of finding the wrong animals while diving into fun, hands-on projects. You can create your very own jungle card game, build brilliant butterfly wings that you can actually wear, and turn your handprints into amazing wild creatures. Packed with clever ideas and exciting sticker games, this fantastic activity book is the perfect way to bring the magic of the jungle straight to your living room.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
It is time to play an exciting game of hide-and-seek with your favorite orange dragon. Zog has gone missing, and you need to search everywhere to find him. You will lift soft, brightly colored flaps to peek all around the kingdom. Is he hiding up in the bright blue sky? No, those are just some flying birds. Could he be inside the grand castle? No, that is just the King. You will love exploring every page and meeting familiar friends along the way. Get ready to use your best spotting skills in this fun and interactive adventure until you finally discover exactly where the playful dragon is hiding.
6-8 Years
12 Pages
The farm is a very noisy place, full of cows that moo, pigs that oink, and sheep that baa. But the tiny, colorful ladybird never says a word; she just watches and listens. One night, two sneaky robbers named Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len hatch a terrible plan to steal the farmer's prized, fine prize cow. They think their map and clever tricks are completely foolproof. You will be amazed when the quietest creature on the entire farm figures out exactly what they are up to. You will join the animals as the clever ladybird whispers a brilliant, noisy plan to trick the thieves and save the beloved cow from being stolen.
6-8 Years
Tiddler is a tiny gray fish who swims through the ocean with an incredibly large imagination. Every single day, he arrives late to his underwater school, and every single day, he has a wild new excuse for his teacher.
One morning he claims he was captured by a giant squid. The next day, he swears he was trapped inside a treasure chest. Most of his classmates roll their eyes and refuse to believe a word he says. But when Tiddler actually gets swept up in a real fishing net and carried far away from his reef, his tall tales might be the exact thing he needs to find his way back home. Dive into this funny, fast-paced ocean adventure to see if the biggest storyteller in the sea can finally spin a yarn that saves the day.
6-8 Years
30 Pages
Deep in the snowy winter woods, the Gruffalo's Child is feeling brave and a little bit stubborn. Her father has warned her time and time again never to venture out alone, telling terrifying stories about the legendary Big Bad Mouse who roams the forest.
But when her father falls asleep, curiosity takes over. She slips out of their cave into the freezing night, determined to prove that the terrifying creature is just a myth. As she follows mysterious tracks in the snow and encounters different woodland animals, she begins to wonder if her father was actually telling the truth. Bundle up and follow along on a brilliant, snowy adventure as one small monster sets out to discover exactly what is hiding in the dark woods.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Blast off to a far-off planet where the red Smeds and the blue Smoos never, ever mix. You will meet Janet, a young Smed, and Bill, a young Smoo, who discover that they like each other a lot. Even though their families strongly disapprove of their friendship, Janet and Bill decide to zoom away together into space. Now, their grumpy families must figure out how to work together, fly their rocket ships, and search the galaxy to find them. This joyful and out-of-this-world adventure shows you that peace, love, and togetherness can conquer even the biggest differences. You will love soaring through the stars and meeting all sorts of wonderful alien folk along the way in this wildly fun space story.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Take a stroll through the deep, dark wood with a mouse who is much smarter than he looks. When three hungry predators approach and try to invite the mouse over for a suspicious meal, he has to think fast to avoid becoming their dinner.
To scare them off, the mouse invents a terrifying imaginary monster called a Gruffalo, complete with terrible tusks, terrible claws, and a poisonous wart on the end of his nose. His clever trick works perfectly, until the mouse turns around and bumps into the very creature he thought he just made up. Explore this interactive edition of the classic story, lifting flaps and pulling tabs to see how one tiny mouse uses his wits to outsmart the scariest beast in the forest.
6-8 Years
12 Pages
Ellen thinks she is just a normal girl living a normal life, until a very mischievous and magical princess pops right out of her mirror. Meet Princess Mirror-Belle, a spirited royal from a mysterious faraway land who is ready to turn your world upside down. Whether she is battling the dreadful Dragon Pox, causing trouble at the local pantomime, or making a splash at a birthday party, Mirror-Belle always brings a whirlwind of excitement. You will join Ellen as she tries to keep her magical new friend out of trouble while getting swept up in hilarious escapades. This collection of brilliant stories is packed with fun, magic, and plenty of surprises that will keep you laughing page after page.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
193 Pages
George is tired of being the scruffiest giant in town, so he decides it is time for a brand new look. You will watch him step out in smart trousers, a fresh shirt, a stripy tie, and shiny new shoes. He feels like the smartest giant in the world, until he starts walking home and bumps into some animal friends who are in real trouble. A giraffe needs a warm scarf, a dog needs to cross a bog, and a mouse needs a new house. You will find out what happens as George kindly gives away his fancy new clothes piece by piece to help them. This heartwarming story proves that having a kind heart is much better than having the smartest outfit.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
An old lady is feeling very grumpy because she thinks her house is far too small. To fix her problem, she asks a wise old man for help, but his advice is incredibly strange. First, he tells her to bring her noisy hen inside, then her pig, and even her cow. You will laugh out loud as her little house turns into a crowded, chaotic barnyard full of bumping, thumping, and squawking animals. It feels like a total squash and a squeeze. But when the wise man finally tells her to let all the animals back out, you will discover a clever secret about being thankful for exactly what you have.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Meet the most amazing hero in the garden. Superworm is super long, super strong, and always ready to save the day. You will watch him fish a tiny spider out of a deep well and bravely rescue a toad from a dangerous, busy road. All the garden creatures cheer for him, until a wicked Wizard Lizard swoops in and captures Superworm for his own evil plans. Now, the greatest hero in the dirt needs a rescue of his own. You will team up with all his insect and animal friends as they hatch a highly clever and daring plan to trick the wizard and bring their squirmy friend safely back home.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Stick Man lives a quiet, happy life in the family tree with his Stick Lady Love and their three stick children. But one morning, he goes out for a jog and gets snatched up by a playful dog. Before he knows it, Stick Man is tossed into a river, woven into a swan's nest, and even used as an arm for a snowy snowman. You will follow his wild, accidental journey far away from home as he desperately tries to make his way back. With winter setting in and danger around every corner, you will be holding your breath to see if a very special, festive visitor can help him return to his family just in time for the holidays.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
When a little girl and her mother make a beautiful string of paper dolls, a wondrous adventure begins right inside their home. You will join the brave paper dolls as they hold hands and explore the house, dodging the snapping jaws of an oven glove crocodile and escaping the fierce claws of a toy dinosaur. But out in the garden, a very real pair of scissors brings a brand new kind of danger. You will discover how the power of a child's imagination and precious memories can keep something beautiful alive forever. This tender and magical story will inspire you to create your own wonderful adventures and remember all the things you hold dear.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Meet the most unusual medical team in the kingdom. Zog the dragon, Princess Pearl, and Sir Gadabout have teamed up to become the incredible flying doctors. You will fly alongside them as they soar across the land, curing a mermaid's sunburn, soothing a unicorn's extra horn, and helping a sneezy lion. But Pearl's grumpy uncle, the King, thinks princesses should wear frilly dresses, not practice medicine, and he locks her high up in a castle tower. When a mysterious illness suddenly strikes the King himself, you will see how Princess Pearl and her brave, flying friends use their medical skills to save the day and prove that anyone can be a hero.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Quick, hide all of your favorite snacks. The Highway Rat is riding his horse down the road, and he wants to steal every piece of food he can find. You will watch this wicked rat snatch crunchy clover from a gentle rabbit, steal tasty nuts from a squirrel, and even take the hay right from his own horse. He wants sweets and treats, and no traveler is safe from his hungry demands. But you will be thrilled when a very clever duck decides she has finally had enough of his bullying. You will follow her brilliant trick to teach the greedy Highway Rat a lesson he will never, ever forget.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay are two scarecrows who have fallen deeply in love, and they are planning the most beautiful farmyard wedding ever. To make their special day perfect, they need a list of important items, including a white feather dress, a beautiful necklace of shells, and two shiny gold rings. You will follow along as the helpful farm animals chip in to gather the wedding supplies. But when Harry leaves to find some beautiful pink flowers, a flashy and dangerous new scarecrow arrives to steal Betty's heart. You will be on the edge of your seat as Harry races back to save his true love and save the wedding of the year.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
