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At Tales you find a wide variety of children’s books, because we all know that our children deserve the best. In our selection you will find all the classics with the most beloved children’s books characters, but you can also let your child take on an adventure with some new heroes. Either way the world of books is an enchanting place for a child experiencing the magic of a good children’s story for the first time, and what makes the world of children’s books even more magical is the many beautiful and thrilling childrens’ books illustrations. They make the characters come alive. So if you want to introduce your child to the magical world of books let the magic begin here.
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  • by Jeff Kinney
    £8.49

    Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Do-It-Yourself Book is an engaging and entertaining piece by the renowned author, Jeff Kinney. Published in 2011 by Penguin Random House Children's UK, this book has become a beloved addition to the children's literature genre. The story unfolds in a captivating way, drawing readers into the world of the Wimpy Kid. The author's unique storytelling style and the book's relatable themes have contributed to its popularity among young readers and adults alike. This book is a testament to Jeff Kinney's prowess as an author and is a must-read for any book lover. Published by Penguin Random House Children's UK, it showcases the high standards of children's literature that the publisher is known for.

  • by Thomas Brunstrøm & Thorbjørn Christoffersen
    £6.99 - 8.49

    Sally er ret god til at spille fodbold. Det synes Sallys far er vildt sejt, så han overtaler Sally til at starte på et rigtigt hold. Men hun når knap nok at begynde, før fodboldfeberen rammer far. Han køber alt for meget udstyr, hepper højere end alle de andre forældre, og han blander sig i trænerens taktik. Faktisk bliver far så ivrig, at han får spændt ben for både sig selv og Sally.Thomas Brunstrøm er forfatter, freelancejournalist og filmanmelder. Han debuterede i 2015 med børnebogen "Dengang Sallys far var dreng". Siden har bøgerne om Sallys far været en stor succes.Thorbjørn Christoffersen er autodidakt 3D-animator og illustrator. Han har været med til at lave film som blandt andet "Terkel i knibe" og "Rejsen til Saturn", og sammen med Thomas Brunstrøm står han bag bøgerne om Sallys far.

  • - Godnathistorier baseret på beroligende hypnoseteknikker
    by Anna Knakkergaard & Julie Dam
    £14.49

    "Drømmejunglen er en lydbog, hvor dit barn lærer at bearbejde hverdagens oplevelser og falde til ro ved hjælp af afslappende meditations- og hypnoseteknikker. Gennem en række historier skal dit barn hjælpe dyrene i Drømmejunglen med at finde ro, så både barn og dyrebørn kan falde i søvn.I Drømmejunglen har dyrebørnene svært ved at sove. Dovendyret Doris spekulerer og bekymrer sig. Papegøjen Petra snakker alt for meget og føler sig slet ikke træt. Tapiren Torben har ondt i maven, og Bladskærermyren Bolette er bange for mørke. Brøleaben Bjarne har tankemylder, og Jaguaren Janus døjer med vokseværk. Bogens 6 historier er nøje udviklet, så dit barn kan få hjælp til at håndtere en række almindelige problemer, der kan gøre det svært at finde ro og falde i søvn.Historierne er skrevet og indtalt af læge Anna Knakkergaard, der har stor erfaring med klinisk hypnose som behandlingsform til både børn og unge. "

  • by Paw Patrol
    £9.49

    Join the Paw Patrol Pups in this fun and interactive Magnet Book adventure! Now with brand new, eco-friendly packaging.

  • by María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
    £9.49

    In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Hans Christian Andersen, the father of fairy tales.

  • by Rasmus Seebach
    £4.99 - 9.49

    Rasmus Seebach udgiver sin første børnebog og debuterer som forfatter. Da Rasmus Seebach blev far for snart fire år siden, fandt han hurtigt ud af, at far-rollen ikke kun indebærer ubetinget kærlighed, søvnløse nætter, masser af havregrød og utallige afledningsmanøvrer. Far-rollen giver også selvtillid. For det er kun dit lille barn, der kigger på dig med store, beundrende øjne, når du tryller et kinder-æg frem, eller når du får tøjdyr til at tale. ”Helt derop fra mine skuldre kan du se – hele verden, den kan bare komme an – for du ved, der findes ik’ et monster, som din far ikke kan slå”, synger han i omkvædet på sin nye single ”Supermand”. En sang, der handler om at være supermand i sin søns øjne. Selv når Rasmus føler sig allermest utilstrækkelig. Sangen skulle blive startskuddet til Rasmus’ første børnebog, Holgis og far, som han har skabt sammen med Merlin P. Mann og tegner Thomas Hjorthaab, og er første bog i en kommende serie. I bogen går farmand og Holgis med hinanden i hånden ud i en verden fuld af madpakker, fejlbarligheder, glemte fastelavnskostumer og betingelsesløs kærlighed. Selvom far bare er et menneske fra en svunden tid med kassettebånd, så er han også Holgis’ evige hverdagshelt. Og det er kernen i Rasmus’ bog, som de små vil elske, og de voksne vil trække på smilebåndet ad. For hvem genkender ikke de alt for tidlige morgener, glemte aftaler og magiske nødløsninger.

  • by Johanna Basford
    £7.49

    A pocket-sized version of the Secret Garden colouring book (over 15 million copies sold)

  • by Maria S Barbo
    £8.99

    Gotta draw 'em all! Dozens of kids' favorite Pok mon are hiding in our second Scratch and Sketch book.

  • by Rev. Wilbert Vere Awdry
    £30.99

    Suitable for children aged 2 and up, this title features classic characters such as Percy, James, Gordon, and Toby down on The Fat Controller's railway.

  • - Hardback Slipcase Volume
    by A. A. Milne
    £30.99

    This beautiful edition brings together four volumes in one stunning slipcased gift book: Winnie-the-Pooh, The House at Pooh Corner, When We Were Very Young and Now We Are Six.

  • - The Complete Collection
    by Arnold Lobel
    £19.99

    Frog and Toad, a captivating book penned by the talented Arnold Lobel, is a must-read for all literature enthusiasts. Published in 2016 by HarperCollins Publishers, this book has successfully left an indelible mark in the literary world. The book belongs to a genre that is a unique blend of humor and wisdom, making it a delightful read for people of all ages. Arnold Lobel, through his enchanting storytelling, takes the readers on an unforgettable journey of friendship, exploring the many shades of the bond between Frog and Toad. This book is a testament to Lobel's creative genius and his ability to weave magic with words. HarperCollins Publishers have done an excellent job in ensuring that this literary gem reaches readers far and wide. Don't miss out on this extraordinary book that promises to be a delightful addition to your bookshelf.

  • - The Definitive Pop-Up
    by Matthew Reinhart
    £27.49

    Two bestselling book creators bring prehistoric sea beasts to life in this spectacular pop-up masterpiece!

  • by Robert Sabuda
    £23.49

    Robert Sabuda brings story of Peter Pan, Wendy, Captain Hook, and Neverland to life with his innovative and inventive pop-ups!

  • by Sven Nordqvist
    £7.49

    Det er blevet forår og tid til at gå i køkkenhaven. Peddersen vil så grøntsager og lægge kartofler. Det er ikke lige, hvad katten Findus drømmer om. Han vil hellere lægge frikadeller, og det gør han så. Derefter er det bare at vande og vente.Men alting kommer til at gå anderledes, end de har forestillet sig. Først er det hønsene, der hærger køkkenhaven, siden er det ... ja, hvem mon? Selv om der er masser af spor, så er det ikke så ligetil at finde frem til synderen...Gok-gok i køkkenhaven er en sød og skøn lydbog om gamle elskelige Peddersen og hans søde, charmerende kat Findus. Veloplagt oplæst på lydbog af Jesper klein.Hør også de andre historier om om Peddersen og katten Findus:Stakkels PeddersenPandekagekagenRævejagtenUd i det blå med PeddersenOg hanen gol...Da Findus var lille og forsvandtJul hos PeddersenNissemaskinenPuslerier med FindusSjov i køkkenet med Peddersen og Findus

  • by PI Kids
    £12.99

    This take-along library comes in a carrying case with a handle for easy transport and storage. Just-my-size pages are perfect for little hands and help lead to a lifelong love of reading.

  • - Set gennem små øjne
    by Elvira Fragola
    £11.49

    Året – set gennem små øjne af Elvira Fragola er en vidunderlig bog til børn og familier om årets 12 måneder, fortalt gennem billeder, små rim og informative tekster. Bogen handler om årstidernes særpræg og de forandringer, der sker i naturen i løbet af et år. Elvira Fragola har ladet sig inspirere af tidligere tiders almanakker, og i bogen inkluderer hun forslag til ting, man kan lave i naturen, og hvad man skal være særligt opmærksom på den pågældende måned: hvilke blomster man kan plukke netop nu, hvilke bær der er modne, hvilke dyr der er aktive, og hvilke fugle kan man se og høre.

  • by María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
    £9.49

    Discover the incredible life of Nelson Mandela, the first Black president of South Africa, in this book from the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series.

  • by Shaun Tan
    £14.49

    A stunning new picture book from Academy Award winner and winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal 2020, Shaun Tan - his most important book since The Arrival.

  • by Dr. Seuss
    £7.49 - 7.99

  • by Drew Daywalt
    £8.99 - 11.49

    The Number One New York Times Bestseller! Debut author Drew Daywalt and international bestseller Oliver Jeffers team up to create a colourful solution to a crayon-based crisis in this playful, imaginative story that will have children laughing and playing with their crayons in a whole new way.

  • by Martin Handford
    £6.99 - 8.49

    Start the search for Wally in the original eye-boggling classic activity book!

  • by Sam McBratney
    £7.49 - 12.99

    The enchanting international bestseller.

  • by Kirsten Sonne Harild & Inger Tobiasen
    £4.49

    Det er snart jul. Willi har et meget stort ønske. Han ønsker sig et rigtigt tog, som man kan sidde i. Men kan julemanden mon have sådan et stort tog i sin sæk?

  • - Vitello #10
    by Kim Fupz Aakeson & Niels Bo Bojesen
    £4.99

    Vitello og Max og Hasse og William kunne godt tænke sig virkelig mange penge. Cirka 10 millioner. Så de beslutter sig for at blive kriminelle. Og nappe nogens kattekilling. Og gemme den og kræve virkelig mange penge for at aflevere den igen...Vitello er en meget opfindsom dreng, der bor sammen med sin mor i et rækkehus ved ringvejen. Han er hovedperson i den anmelderroste og prisvindende bogserie, som er solgt i over 100.000 eksemplarer.Lyt også til de andre lydbøger, som alle er indlæst af Nicolas Bro. Serien fås også som Lyt&Læs e-bøger.  

  • by Workman Publishing
    £5.99

    EyeLike Stickers, the bestselling series with over 2 million copies in print, introduces two beloved topics--pirates and trucks. Each book contains 400 full-color photographic stickers that will delight kids and crafters.EyeLike Stickers: Trucks features hundreds of vehicle stickers that will delight construction fans and invite imagination and play. See trucks of all sizes, scales, and types--ice cream trucks, fire trucks, pickups, and garbage trucks. Plus, traffic cones, streetlights, road signs, and equipment like helmets, wrenches, and safety vests will provide hours of fun to kids who are enthusiastic about construction or building. The stickers are durable and reusable; place them on any surface--binders, laptops, phone cases. You can even peel them off and stick them on again without losing the adhesive!

  • by Nat Lambert
    £8.99

    Scratch and draw dinosaur pictures are simple to complete, but the results look fantastic as the rainbow and foil effects are revealed by scratching away the surface of the special cards with the included writing stylus. Creative art activity fun for children age 5 and up.

  • by Chris Ferrie
    £8.49

    It only takes a small spark to ignite a child's mind.

  • by Felicity Brooks
    £9.49

    How are you feeling today? This lively and engaging exploration of emotions helps young children learn to answer this important question. Topics covered include learning to describe feelings, how your feelings can change, and being kind to yourself. There are helpful notes for grown-ups at the back too and links to websites for more advice.

  • by Anne-Sophie Baumann
    £15.99

    The Ultimate Book of Cities reveals the answers to these questions and much, much more in an oversized fact- and action-packed look at life in the big city!

  • by Heather Amery
    £8.49

    A bi-lingual Japanese/English word book that features a thousand everyday words illustrated with busy scenes and labelled pictures to help children learn key Japanese vocabulary.

What defines a children’s book you may ask? The first and the most obvious characteristic of a children’s book is the fact that it is written it to children. Secondly is the importance of how the story is told. In children’s books the story is often told from a children's perspective, or the story has a child or an adult addressing a child as the storyteller. Thereby the child reading or hearing the story can identify with the main character or characters in the children’s story making the child more engaged in the plot. 
Another significant characteristic of children’s books is the use of pictures or illustrations. A children’s story is often told through a combination of written words and children’s books illustrations. It can also be in the form of a picture book, where the child creates the story from the pictures he or she sees. In the newest books we also see a frequent use of sound as an extra level of engagement. You can both find sound books and picture books in our selection of children’s books. 

Genres
Children’s books can cover a wide range of genres, but there are two main categories. Either we have the lyric kind that covers both children’s songs, rhymes or nonsense poetry, which often have a fun or silly theme that makes the children laugh while singing or rhyming along. The other kind of children’s books is the narrative story. This is the category of the fairytales, the children’s novels and the classical novels told for children. Here we see a frequent use of figurative language, which speaks to the children’s imagination. The plot in these narrative stories can both be set in a fictional or realistic world. 


The Classics 
The world of children’s books contain a lot of beloved classics by all the great children’s authors. Classics that never lose their magic. Classics that make you reflect. Classics that move you, because of all the lovely memories you have with the stories and all the wonderful children’s books characters. You probably remember yourself when your mom or dad read them to you before bedtime and you couldn’t sleep because of the fascination of all the amazing places, characters and action in the books. Then when you fell asleep you would dream the most wonderful dreams where your imagination would build on to the story and you could be the hero of your favorite fairy tale. You could give that same wonderful experience to your children when you read the timeless classics to them and in doing so sharing the magical world with them and thereby creating a unique bond between you and your children.
You can for example choose to travel back to Neverland with your children following the second star to the right with Peter Pan and Tinkerbell, or you could take a trip through the mysterious rabbit hole and experience the curious world of Wonderland with Alice and the Mad Hatter.  

Colouring and learning books
If your child is in a creative mood, we also have a selection of children’s colouring books for both toddlers and tweens. Your child can colour everything from famous artworks by Frida Kahlo to all their favorite children’s books characters and magical creatures like unicorns. The colouring books are beautifully illustrated and just waits to be introduced to the world of colour making them even more beautiful. By letting your children colour figures in a children’s colouring book of their own choice you stimulate their creative side and fine motor skills. Colouring also works relaxing on your children given them a break from the busy everyday. 
You can also stimulate your child with the use of learning books. You will find a wide range of children’s learning books in our store. Your child can both learn about animals of all kinds including dinosaurs, but they can also learn how the body works, or get an introduction to the universe. No matter the topic the books are specially developed for children’s minds and are told in a language they can understand. 

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