Patricia Toht Livres

Illustrated by the winner of the V&A Best Illustrated Book 2017 It¿s Halloween! Which means it's time to dangle cobwebs and bats from the windows, put on costumes, and ¿ most important of all ¿ visit the pumpkin patch and pick out that perfect pumpkin! Then cart it home, scoop out the insides, carve a scary face, and finally light a candle inside, transforming it into a one-of-a-kind, glowing jack-o¿-lantern... With warm, autumnal art, and a rhythmic read-aloud text that captures all the excitement and familial feeling of Halloween, this is the perfect book to share by flickering candlelight on the spookiest night of the year.

Set against the backdrop of the holiday season, this engaging read-aloud captures the joy and excitement of Christmas. The story unfolds with the beloved tradition of picking out a Christmas tree, inviting readers to experience the warmth and festivities of the season. Perfect for sharing with family, it celebrates the magic and togetherness that defines this special time of year.

Pick a pine tree from the lot -- slim and tall or short and squat. Long, straight limbs or branches bent... Mmm! Just smell that piney scent!

The creators of Pick a Pine Tree and Pick a Pumpkin return with another seasonal celebration, one that deserves a spot in every Easter basket.Pick a perfect egg with care—Choose a white one nestled there.Gather more and softly stack them.Just be cautious not to crack them!Pairing Jarvis’s joyous illustrations with Patricia Toht’s wonderfully rhythmic text, this holiday ode hops through a busy springtime day all the way to Easter Sunday. From the farm where you’ve carefully selected your eggs—eggs perfect for drawing on with crayon, for plopping into dyes and bejeweling—follow along as preparations continue for the much-awaited festivities. Then on Sunday, open your door and search for eggs of a different kind, filled with foil-wrapped chocolate, spinning tops, and jelly beans. This cheerful Easter-time read-aloud captures all the excitement of the holiday and is sure to become part of a new treasured tradition.

Jia and her toy dragon Dinky are enjoying a bus ride around London when suddenly disaster strikes! Dinky falls from the bus and his new journey begins. He finds himself travelling to different countries around the UK, but all the time he wonders 'Where's Jia?' Will he ever see her again? Suitable for children aged 4-5 Helps expose your child to rich language and curriculum-linked vocabulary Includes key terms from Geography and the topic area of the UK Part of the Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools 'These books are a great start to addressing the wider curriculum and the vocabulary issues that schools are identifying.' - Assistant Head, Primary Academy The Bug Club Shared books are highly engaging, beautifully illustrated stories designed to be read out loud to children. The programme exposes children to rich, curriculum-linked vocabulary, helping to build an understanding across school subjects and cultivate a love for reading.

A playful and fashionable slumber party takes an empowering turn in this gorgeous picture book, as a diverse cast of party participants considers the most time-honored traditions for how to dress. Full color.

I slide my hand into the crook of your arm, as you open your big brolly wide. We both can stay dry when the spring showers fall, if we dash through the drops, side by side... As spring turns to summer, and autumn turns to winter, we follow a little boy and his grandmother as they take delight in everything the changing seasons have to offer - from jumping in puddles, to tasting sweet ice lollies, to nestling under blankets on a cold, snowy night. But no matter the weather, whatever they do, their joy is in being together, in the small - but momentous - adventures that they share. With vivid illustrations and read-aloud words, this is a tender celebration of grandparent love from the duo behind the bestselling and acclaimed Pick a Pine Tree and Pick a Pumpkin

As a family of four spend a day exploring London, fun, child-friendly poems introduce readers to our wonderful capital city, and all its secrets in All Aboard the London Bus. This gorgeous celebration of London will be loved by both tourists and those who call the city home.

"Cabs are resting in a line. Wake up, Taxi. Rise and shine! Fill the tank. Check the tyres. Roof light on - now for hire!"--Publisher's description.