Books published by Walker Books Ltd

Over 70 years ago, Italian author Gianni Rodari wrote "The Moon of Kyiv" to remind us of the humanity we all share. 100% of the net profit from the sale of this book will be donated to Save the Children fund for supporting children impacted by the conflict in Ukraine. In 1955, beloved Italian poet Gianni Rodari penned a nursery rhyme called "The Moon of Kyiv". It was a poem about our shared humanity ‿ the poem reminding us that, no matter where we're from, or where we live, we all exist under the same moon. In the days following the outbreak of war in Ukraine, these lyrical words went viral in Italy: they became a call for peace. Six decades later, they resonate, and feel more relevant, than ever before. Now, for the very first time, the poem has been illustrated by the incredible Beatrice Alemagna, whose beautiful pictures match Rodari‿s words in hope, purity and power.

Celebrate the extraordinary life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II and discover the history of the royal houses of Great Britain. The kings and queens of Great Britain are brought to life in this beautifully illustrated picture book. Exploring the history of the monarchy, featuring expertly written histories and a timeline of the royal houses, this is the perfect book for kids to learn more about Elizabeth‿s life and reign.

A new rabbi¿s efforts to fix up his aging synagogue are a labour of love ¿ and a comedy of errors ¿ until his congregants fondly pool their talents in this lighthearted celebration of community.Rabbi Ruben loves his synagogue. But he doesn¿t love the creaking floorboards, leaking sink, or drafty windows. Surely, he thinks, he can fix it up so it feels cared for, like a happy home! But Rabbi Ruben doesn¿t know much about home repair, so when his creative fixes ¿ challah dough plugging a drippy faucet, tablecloths blocking a window draft ¿ make things humorously worse, it¿ll take his whole congregation banding together to remind him what really makes a place feel like a happy home.Alice Blumenthal McGinty¿s warm, inviting text pairs with Laurel Molk¿s lively, friendly illustrations for a story about community and coming together ¿ sharing, helping, caring.

Take a trip back to Trotter Street in this classic, beautifully illustrated collection of four favourite stories for first readers.This heart-warming collection of four beautifully-illustrated stories follows the activities and experiences of children and their families living in a multicultural urban street. Written and illustrated by one of the world¿s favourite picture book authors and touching on everyday themes in a child's world, these engaging tales are sure to become best-loved stories for first readers and their families alike.

Fans of John Green, Sara Barnard and Adam Silvera will love this contemporary YA that is packed with humour and heart.A high school student with spinal muscular atrophy is determined to reinvent himself.When new-boy Harris meets cute-girl-in-his-class Nory, he is determined to prove he is more than just the kid in the powered wheelchair. Luckily, he has a secret weapon. His new nurse Miranda. Beautiful and confident, Miranda sees Harris for who he really is ¿ funny, smart and totally worthy of Nory¿s affections. It seems everything is working out for Harris for once. But Miranda has her own demons, and Harris starts to wonder if she has his best interests at heart.PRAISE FOR THE FIRST THING ABOUT YOU¿A beautifully empathetic novel that makes you look at the world differently.¿ Phil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls¿A witty, candid take on love, friendship, belonging, and disability.¿ Kirkus¿A stellar debut. Chaz Hayden writes with the humor and heart of a seasoned storyteller. An instant favorite.¿ John Corey Whaley, author of National Book Award Finalist Noggin and Michael L. Printz Award winner Where Things Come Back ¿Clear-eyed and bighearted and laugh-out-loud funny.¿ Katie Cotugno, New York Times bestselling author of 99 Days"Following Harris as he navigates family, friendship, first love, and finding himself was thoroughly enjoyable. I would recommend this honest, hilarious, and heartfelt novel to anyone 14 years and over." Reading Time

Learn Chinese with a new twist! This full-colour illustrated handbook introduces and explains Han characters and idioms through the language of emoji.Even though their dates of origin are millennia apart, the languages of Chinese and emoji share similarities that the average smartphone user might find surprising. These ¿hanmoji¿ parallels offer an exciting new way to learn Chinese ¿ and a fascinating window into the evolution of Chinese Han characters. Packed with fun illustrations and engaging descriptions, The Hanmoji Handbook is entertaining, accessible and educational ¿ as well as a quirky, visual gift book.

The adorable hares from the classic Guess How Much I Love You are back in this gorgeous reissue collection containing four seasonal short stories.Big and Little Nutbrown Hare, from the multi-million-selling picture book Guess How Much I Love You, return in these four stories: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Each captivating tale is seasonally themed and beautifully illustrated ¿ perfect for sharing with your very own Little Nutbrown Hare, no matter the time of year!

Crimson Twill is an adventurous young witch excited for her first trip to Broomingdale¿s, a magical shop with lots of surprises in store ¿ a puppy hiding among the cats, a mischievous broom and a witch¿s hat unlike any she¿s ever seen before. But there¿s more to discover in Broomingdale¿s than what¿s for sale on the shelves¿A rich and playful new world comes to life in the first book of this endearing series, with easy-to-read text and charming illustrations.

A lavishly illustrated woodland tale with a classic sensibility and modern flair, from the author of the novel Wicked, which inspired the hit musical.Gregory Maguire turns his trademark wit and wisdom to an animal adventure about growing up, moving on and finding community. When Papa doesn't return from a nocturnal honey-gathering expedition, Cress holds out hope, but her mother assumes the worst. It¿s a dangerous world for rabbits, after all. Mama moves what¿s left of the Watercress family to the basement unit of the Broken Arms, a run-down apartment oak with a suspect owl landlord, a nosy mouse superintendent, a rowdy family of squirrels and a pair of songbirds who broadcast everyone¿s business. Can a dead tree full of annoying neighbours, and no Papa, ever be home?In the timeless spirit of E. B. White and The Wind and the Willows ¿ yet thoroughly of its time ¿ this read-aloud and read-alone gem for animal lovers of all ages features an unforgettable cast that leaps off the page in glowing illustrations by David Litchfield.

A beautifully crafted epic adventure spiced with magic from the acclaimed author of Hour of the Bees.Fished from the river as an infant and raised by a roving band of street urchins who call themselves the Crowns, eight-year-old Duck keeps her head down and her mouth shut. It¿s a rollicking life, always thieving, always on the run ¿ until the ragtag Crowns infiltrate an abandoned cathedral in the city of Odierne and decide to put down roots. It¿s all part of the bold new plan hatched by the Crowns¿ fearless leader, Gnat, to ensure the Crowns always have a steady supply of food and money. But no sooner is Duck apprenticed to the kindly local baker than her allegiances start to blur. Who is she really: a Crown or an apprentice baker? And who does she want to be? Meanwhile, high above the streets of Odierne, on the roof of the unfinished cathedral, an old and ugly gargoyle grows weary of waiting to fulfil his own destiny to watch and protect. Told in alternating viewpoints, this exquisite novel evokes a timeless tale of love, self-discovery, and what it means to be rescued.

Sona Sharma, who lives in India, learns all about school elections, the ups and downs of best friends, and how to choose what matters most in life."Warmly loving and evocative" The GuardianWhen Miss Rao announces that there's going to be an election for Class Leader, Sona is excited to stand as a candidate ¿ until she finds herself competing against her best friends, Joy and Renu.When the three girls fall out, Sona must decide what matters most ¿ winning the election or proving herself to be a true friend indeed. With the support of her wise family, perhaps Sona can learn that there is often more than one way to be a winner.

Prepare to be petrified with this bumper book filled with puzzles and games based on the spookily fun world of Scream Street.Find the way out of a zombie maze, spot the difference between two terrifying pictures and puzzle over gloriously ghoulish games in this spectacularly spooky book based on the best-loved world of Scream Street. Featuring over 50 puzzles, games and ghoulish goings-on, this activity-packed collection is perfect to keep readers occupied and amused at the turn of every page.

Test your knowledge of all things spooky in this frightfully fun trivia and quiz book based on the animated Scream Street series.Where is the spookiest place on earth? Why do bats have fangs? And who discovered the ancient tombs in Egypt? Put your knowledge to the test in this bumper book of facts, quizzes and more that's perfect for fans of ghoulish goings-on. Packed with creepy quizzes and terrifying trivia, this fun-filled collection is perfect for this spooky time of year. Filled with hilarious cartoons and fascinating facts, this spin-off from the ever popular TV series is the perfect way for fans to learn more about what makes Scream Street so fangs-tasically fun!

When Herbie and Violet's arch-enemy Sebastian Eels turns up in Eerie-on-Sea, seemingly back from the dead, it can only spell bad news. The town may welcome his entrepreneurial scheme to resurrect Festergrimm's Waxworks, a dusty and defunct old gallery of spooky characters from Eerie legend, but Herbie and Violet are suspicious of his motives. And when they learn the legend of Ludo Festergrimm the clockmaker, creator of a vast mechanical robot that wrought havoc in the wrong hands, they KNOW they're on the right track. But how can they get the residents of Eerie-on-Sea to believe them?

A beautiful and sensitive exploration of grief, loss and hope from Karl James Mountford, in his much-awaited author-illustrator debut.One day, Fox is drawn to something in the forest ¿ it¿s something small, something silent, perhaps forgotten. It¿s a bird, as still as can be. Fox is confused, upset and angry ¿ is the bird broken? But then a little moth comes along. Kind and wise and comforting, Moth shares a gentle philosophy: the story of the circles in the sky.Told with huge sensitivity and style, this story of grief and hope feels like a folk tale for modern times.

Meet 15 stunning pop-ups of endangered animals from around the world in this timely and stylish gift book.See how fifteen of the most fascinating animals from all over the world are brought to life in incredible pop-ups. Every spread also features a fascinating fact about each of these amazing animals. For example, did you know that no two tigers' stripes are the same? Or that gorillas can communicate by beating their chest? Or that Galápagos penguins mate for life?From the award-winning creator of My First Pop-Up Dinosaurs and My First Pop-Up Mythological Monsters comes a third striking pop-up treasury. With Owen Davey's irresistibly stylish illustrations, this exploration of endangered animals is perfect for those who love all things zoological.

A witty, suspenseful and inventive debut that asks what makes a person a friend and a house a home.Sam and Asha. Asha and Sam. Their friendship is so long established, they take it for granted. Just as Asha takes for granted that Donnybrooke, the mansion that sits on the highest hill in Coreville, is the best house in town. But when Sam is accepted into snobbish Castleton Academy as an autistic ¿Miracle Boy¿, he leaves Asha, who is also autistic, to navigate middle school alone.He also leaves her wondering if she can take anything for granted any more. Because soon Sam is spending time with Prestyn, Ashäs nemesis, whose family owns Donnybrooke and have forbidden Asha to set foot inside. But when it becomes clear that Prestyn's interest in Sam is less than friendly, will Asha be able to find it in herself to help her former friend?Told from the points of view of Asha, Sam and Donnybrooke itself, this is a highly original debut about friendship, peer pressure and bullying."A sharply insightful, gripping read, with a painfully accurate portrait of childhood friendships, and a sentient house like no other." Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good

An ultimately inspiring story of how giraffes have dealt with modern climate change, beautifully told and illustrated ¿ and marking the launch of an exciting new series.Once, this season of rains was the season of giraffes... In this powerful picture-book, bestselling children's author Nicola Davies writes in collaboration with conservationist Kisilu Musya to explain how one of the world's best-loved animals has dealt with the challenges of climate change. Giraffes were once a part of daily life in Niger ¿ but after severe droughts one year, when the rains eventually return, the giraffes are nowhere to be seen. However, as award-winning artist Emily Sutton's magnificent illustrations capture, The Beauty of Giraffes ultimately has a hopeful, celebratory story to share ... and an important point to make about how human beings can change for the better."Nicola Davies is one of the best children's writers in the business." Huffington Post"Emily Sutton is one of our greatest children's illustrators." The Times

Join Maisy and her friends at their amazing circus show! See Cyril walk the tightrope, gasp as Tallulah takes on the flying trapeze and marvel at Maisy's trampolining skills. With easy-to-use pull, slide and play tabs on every spread, little ones will love this hands-on circus experience, the latest addition to Maisy¿s popular interactive series.

Discover all the answers to 50 big questions about the world in this gorgeous book, perfect for curious young readers.Where do stars go in the daytime? Do animals talk to each other? What are people made of? Questions pop into our heads all the time and every day. This beautifully-illustrated gift-book provides gentle, playful and easy-to-understand answers to 50 common questions about the wonderful world around you ¿ with words by bestselling author Moira Butterfield and artwork by exciting talent Cindy Wume.

A subversive, funny ¿ and deliciously prickly! ¿ tale for the young reader looking for a book with bite.Eshe and her twelve sisters are Fairy Godmothers, honoured for the incredible gifts they can bestow. But Eshe¿s special abilities are a little different ¿ she can glimpse into the future! And, one day, Eshe foresees something terrifying: a world blanketed in creeping vines and a girl covered in thorns. Eshe needs to stop her vision becoming true, but it will require old and powerful magic. And she won¿t be able to do it alone¿Following on from Zombierella and Frankenstiltskin, this is the third and final book in a deliciously dark trilogy of twisted classics, written in verse by award-winning poet Joseph Coelho and illustrated by Freya Hartas.

Meet Philippa, a courageous pheasant with the determination to make her forest home safer ¿ and better ¿ for everyone!Philippa Pheasant is a bright little bird who lives in the woods near the village of Fairhurst. But every time Philippa tries to cross the Old Oak Road, she is nearly knocked down pancake flat ¿ and she's had enough! She's on the way to tell the villagers what for, when she stumbles across something very interesting... A tall lady, in a bright yellow uniform, standing in the middle of the road. Philippa has never seen the cars stop like that before! Which gives her an idea... Can she, Philippa, make her own bright outfit and little lollipop stick? Can she help all her critter friends cross the road, and get where they need to go?With spectacular bucolic artwork, and a plucky protagonist at its heart, this is Briony May Smith at her finest.

M.G. Leonard, internationally bestselling author of Twitch, Beetleboy and Adventures on Trains, is back with another thrilling wildlife mystery for birdwatching detectives The Twitchers! >> Twitch won the Sainsburys' Children's Book Award for Fiction 2021>> Twitch won the CRIMEFEST Award for Best Crime Novel for Children 2021>> "a twist-laden, thriller-like tale" Observer on Twitch>> "a lively, twisty crime drama" The Times on TwitchWhen Jack rescues a wounded cat, he quickly suspects foul play. Could there be a wildlife criminal on the loose in Briddvale?Jack rushes to investigate, determined to catch the culprit, only to stumble into a deepening mystery and a sinister criminal plot.Can Jack and The Twitchers stop the villains before it's too late?Praise for Twitch:¿Leonard knows her audience and the jeopardy comes in flocks ... Find your nest, curl up and enjoy.¿ The Times, Children's Book of the Week"A twist-laden, thriller-like tale of a bird-mad boy, some bullies and an escaped convict hiding in the nearby woods." Observer"A twisty crime drama as well as a persuasive story about friendship and nature." The Sunday Times"Simply genius." BBC Wildlife Magazine"[A] pacy mystery adventure featuring a birdwatching detective hot on the heels of a dangerous escaped prisoner." iNewspaper¿Leonard has crafted an intelligent mystery from unlikely material, with bonus bird facts.¿ Irish Times¿A winged masterpiece.¿ Maz Evans¿Enthralling from beginning to end, it really touched my young bird-loving heart! Just wonderful!¿ Dara McAnulty¿Birds, mystery and fowl play! What more could you want?¿ Gill Lewis¿Glorious! Full of excitement and wonder!¿ Sophie Anderson¿A brave and thrilling new adventure from one of my favourite writers. I honestly didn¿t put the book down until the very last, exciting, page-turn and I¿m twitching for the next adventure!¿ Jasbinder Bilan¿Twitch is an absolute triumph. The perfect blend of mystery and adventure, a winning hero with an eye for ornithological facts and a heart as big as the countryside, plus a cracking whipsmart plot, I think this is M. G. Leonard's best book yet.¿ Christopher Edge¿Cracking characters, beyond pacy plotting and an ending that is almost Bugsy Malone-esque!¿ Phil Earle¿Twitch is a compelling read ¿ an adventure mystery with birds ¿ what more could any reader want?!¿ Stephen Moss¿Adventure, friendship and the pure unassuming beauty of nature ... a book that could have been a collaboration between David Attenborough and Roald Dahl.¿ Dr Jess French¿A superb adventure of friendship, bravery and the wonderful world of birds, with a strong, but non-preachy theme of the benefits of connection with the natural world.¿ The Bookseller¿One of those really, really good books ¿ Recommended for readers around 8 to 12 years old, and grown-ups like me who still enjoy the delight of a great adventure story!¿ The Bookbag

Leila is spellbindingly good at everything ... until she discovers that baking is no piece of cake!New from the author of the New York Times #1 bestseller Gustavo, the Shy Ghost!Leila Wayward is an extraordinary little witch who excels at everything she does. She's the fastest flier, the most cunning conjurer and the sneakiest shape-shifter. She is also the youngest in a long line of master bakers, so Leila's big dream is to win the most infamous culinary competition around: The Magnificent Witchy Cake-Off! But even with the most bewitching of recipes, Leila realizes a terrible truth: she¿s a disaster in the kitchen! Luckily, Leila has three magical sisters who are always there for her. Can they remind her to have some fun along the way?Set in Mexico, this vibrant story ¿ brimming over with delicious sweet treats ¿ is a celebration of sisterhood, taking part, and the simple joy of making (and eating!) food together.

From Sean Taylor, the author of Hoot Owl, Master of Disguise, and the illustrator of Little Green Donkey, Anuska Allepuz, comes a stunning original bedtime poetry collection to comfort, inspire and reassure little children.From best-selling picture book author, Sean Taylor, comes his first ever poetry collection for children. The Dream Train is a handsome new collection of original bedtime poetry perfect for sharing whilst tucked up in bed, written for the very young. Filled with 30 warm, joyful and atmospheric poems of every kind ¿ from the funny to the gentle, from the surprising to the lyrical ¿ each capture the experience of falling or being asleep, in a pure, emotional way and celebrates the wonderful, busy, imaginative minds of little children. Some poems read like a soothing mantra, helping lull small ones to sleep, others will plant a seed of inspiration to take children bravely and boldly into the next day.This gift of a book takes readers on a visual and imaginative journey into dreamland, and beyond, and showcases the incredibly rich and inviting artwork of Anuska Allepuz.