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Suitable for ages 3 and under

Every title in the ‘Who am I?’ series allows little readers to guess which animals are hiding under colourful flaps by reading the clues.

Suitable for ages 3 and under

An engaging, interactive board book, specially designed for very young children, full of vivid colours, stylish illustrations and friendly night time scenes. Simple slider mechanisms allow a picture to be transformed, revealing badgers playing, bats flying high in the sky and a panda going to sleep.

Suitable for ages 3 and under

‘Who’s Amazing?’ is a first lift-the-flap book that is perfect for sharing with an amazing little person. Little children will love lifting the irresistibly soft felt flaps to discover who is the most amazing little person ever – will it be little elephant, baby giraffe or small crocodile? They’ll find the answer when they look in the mirror hiding under the final flap!

Suitable for ages 3 and under

Hungry Snake is on the hunt for food in this fun, cheeky and vibrant lift-the-flap story, perfect for little readers! Hungry Snake is on the hunt for food in this fun, cheeky and vibrant lift-the-flap story, perfect for little readers!It’s dinnertime and Hungry Snake is in the mood for something to eat. but with Snake’s prey running away or refusing to be eaten, will she end up with anything on her plate?With six spreads and five sturdy flaps, perfect for little hands, children will love discovering who’s hiding on each page in this funny and playful introduction to the food chain!

Suitable for ages 3 and under

Tapping into the mindfulness movement, this fun and positive board book explores the ways we can ‘be more cat’ and embrace the positive things in life. From playing outside and feeling the sunshine on our face to slowing down and watching the world go by, this is a delightful book that will be enjoyed by parents/caregivers and children alike.

Adult non fiction

‘The Danish Way of Parenting’ has changed the lives of millions of parents. The book’s PARENT model (Play, Authenticity, Reframing, Empathy, No Ultimatums and Togetherness and Hygge) has become a well-established framework, taught in universities, cited in numerous academic papers, and – most importantly – used as a trusted resource for parents around the globe. It has also captured an audience of grandparents, teachers, people working with children and non-parents alike. ‘The Danish Way Everyday’ takes the PARENT model one step further by providing practical, real-world ways to integrate this framework into your daily family life.

Adult non fiction

Women’s careers twist and turn. Women step back or step away for so many reasons. Then, let’s face it, returning is tough. Whether you are coming back after a break, or looking to ramp up a level, this book is an essential guide and helps you succeed. You’ll learn the truth about how the recruitment market really works; how to craft a narrative that explains your value; mobilise a network to support your ambitions and find work that will work for you. Examples of real women’s struggles and winning strategies provide inspiration and will enthuse you about how to make your own comeback. Lisa and Deb draw on years of research across several different sectors and their experience of working with and listening to the stories of thousands of women to provide a fresh, pragmatic and above all useful handbook for today’s fast evolving job market.

Adult non fiction

The first five years of a child’s life are the most critical time to get nutrition right. A time in which the path of health and happiness, or an increased risk of disease and health challenges can manifest as a direct result of what is put onto a child’s plate. The right what and how of nutrition can help define gut health, brain development, allergy profile, and food relationships. Future systemic health and impact a child’s wellbeing for life. In these early years, feeding advice is ever-changing and often contradictory and parents will find reassurance and appeal in this evidence-based, authoritative yet pragmatic guide. Helping parents navigate the crucial first five years of a child’s nutrition journey, it provides readers with the tools and understanding needed to make informed decisions about their child’s diet and health at every stage.

Adult non fiction

It’s time to transform everyday life with a toddler for the better. This easy-to-use book provides friendly and helpful advice to support parents and toddlers during their trickiest moments. Dr Cathryn Tobin helps parents to see matters from their toddler’s point of view, with examples illustrating their thought patterns. Interactive Q and As and practical tips throughout the book help parents to think about how best to handle a scenario, to reflect on their own parenting background, and how to communicate effectively and calmly to support their child through this key developmental stage. This book helps parents and carers see that small changes can have a big impact in the lives of their little ones.

Adult non fiction

100 simple, nutrition-packed recipes to help you put good food first in the early years. Make your little one’s meals varied, balanced and super-tasty with these 100 new recipes from the UK’s go-to child nutritionist, Charlotte Stirling-Reed. No longer will you need to wonder what to make or fall back on the same old processed foods. With this book at hand, cooking for your baby and toddler alongside the whole family will be easy, with recipes designed for little hands to get stuck in and the bigger family members to enjoy too.

Adult non fiction

Friendly, accessible and full of ways to make the most brilliant memories, ‘The Big Book of Major Mum Hacks’ showcases 150 game-changing tips and tricks to boss family life. It is packed with pictures throughout as well as handy QR code links to exclusive hack demonstrations from Casey herself. Save time, save money, have fun!

WellBeing Magazine is the authoritative resource on natural health and living for clever, compassionate, curious people who’re seeking an authentic and soulful way of life. Through its informative, practical articles on ethical living, wholefood cooking, environmental affairs, alternative therapies, natural health and yoga, WellBeing has been inspiring and educating for more than 30 years.

At WellBeing, we get that life isn’t just about surviving — it’s also a series of choices about who you want to be and the world you hope to live in.

With our fast and busy lifestyles, it’s easy to sideline self-care. In this bookazine, we’ll walk you through the ways you can give your body the care it deserves, as well as demonstrating ways you can get fitter, stronger and achieve your fullest potential.

Want to save time and money? It’s time to learn the secret of batch cooking. Make bigger portions and eat them throughout the week or freeze ahead. Includes over 100 recipes and plenty of planning tips to get you started.

Follow the step-by-step poses and sequences, specially designed for mornings by top yoga instructor Laura Gate-Eastley.