As the Mr. Men and Little Miss books celebrate their 50th anniversary, we reveal some fascinating facts about these iconic stories
50 facts about Roger Hargreaves’ Mr. Men and Little Miss books
We meet Mr. Men and Little Miss author Adam Hargreaves
He inspired his father Roger to create the Mr. Men and is now the man holding the pen. Adam Hargreaves tell us why the books are still a global bestseller after 50 years
Classic children’s books with big birthdays in 2020
These ten stories have sold ten of millions between them over the last 60 years – and should be on every child’s bookshelf
4 of the best versions of Red Riding Hood
Enjoy this classic fairytale from a fresh perspective with four very different versions of the traditional story
What we’re reading: Elmer by David McKee
This joyful story of diversity and accepting your differences remains as relevant on its 30th anniversary as ever
My favourite five: Eric Carle, creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar
On the 50th anniversary of his bestselling book, the author and illustrator reveals which stories and writers have inspired him
My favourite five: Kipper creator Mick Inkpen
To mark the 30th anniversary of Kipper's first book, The Blue Balloon, the author shares his favourite reads
Classic children’s books with big birthdays in 2019
These ten stories have sold ten of millions between them over the last 50 years - and should be on every child’s bookshelf
60 facts about Paddington Bear on his 60th birthday
Everything you need to know about the life and times of Michael Bond’s iconic refugee from darkest Peru
Roald Dahl’s Matilda is 30
Three special anniversary editions of the classic book are being published to celebrate 30 years of the magical Miss Wormwood
My favourite five: Allan Ahlberg
To celebrate the legendary author’s 80th birthday, he reveals which of his books mean the most to him and why
What we’re reading: The Tiger Who Came To Tea by Judith Kerr
No child's bookcase should be without this fantastical classic, celebrating its 50th birthday this year
Books with Baby 