This clever fable about two rival herds of elephants is a darkly comic and wise way to introduce children to themes of difference and war
12 picture books to tackle grief and death
Talking to young children about death is one of the hardest tasks a parent can face. But these stories can help you start the conversation about bereavement and the loss of a loved one
What we’re reading: The Best Worst Day Ever by Sophy Henn
Turn stomps to smiles with this joyful new tale teaching children to look on the brighter side of life when anger and tantrums overwhelm them
14 books to teach children to care for our planet
To mark Earth Day, we pick our favourite picture books about the environment, conservation and sustainability
10 of the best picture books about parties
Celebrate good times with these fun-filled children’s stories about birthday parties, white weddings and fancy dress soirées
16 of the best books about amazing mums
Celebrate the magic of mums on Mother’s Day and beyond with these uplifting picture books that put them centre stage
What We’re Reading: Finney’s Story by Alana Washington and Charlotte Caswell
Finney the Fox thinks all the original ideas for a book are gone. But debut author Alana Washington found a story for him that is one of a kind
What we’re reading: How Do You Make A Rainbow? by Caroline Crowe and Cally Johnson-Isaacs
Teach your child all the ways to find joy and colour in life, amid the gloom, with this rhyming rainbow-themed book
10 of the best picture books about love
Show your child the love on Valentine's Day and year round with these heartwarming stories about this most human of feelings
What we’re reading: Milo Imagines The World by Matt de la Pena and Christian Robinson
This tender story of a young boy learning not to judge others as he heads to visit his mum in prison is touching and joyful
50 facts about Roger Hargreaves’ Mr. Men and Little Miss books
As the Mr. Men and Little Miss books celebrate their 50th anniversary, we reveal some fascinating facts about these iconic stories
7 of the best new Christmas picture books for 2020
A long-awaited follow up to Dogger and fresh takes on traditional tales are among our top new festive picture books for 2020