Christmas Choice 2023 - Children
By Primrose Hill Books
Christmas Choice 2023 - Children
By Primrose Hill Books
Welcome to our catalogue of highlights from the Winter season -
a personal selection of books we recommend as gift choices for you, your family and your friends.
The Ice Children
M. G. Leonard and Penny Neville-Lee
£12.99 £12.34When Bianca’s little brother goes missing she’s certain it has something to do with a sparkly book he borrowed from the library.
Impossible Creatures: 'There was Tolkien, there is Pullman and now there is Katherine Rundell' – Michael Morpurgo
Katherine Rundell
£14.99 £14.24An exhuberant, wildly imaginative adventure in which Christopher, on holiday, finds himself on a cluster of magic islands where creatures from mythology survive.
The Incredible Adventures of Gaston le Dog
Michael Rosen and Viviane Schwarz
£12.99 £12.34A playful story in which Gaston le Dog decides to revisit the beach he remembers from years ago. A great adventure ensues, full of mystery and danger.
The Snow Girl
Sophie Anderson and Melissa (Illustrator) Castrillon
£12.99 £12.34Tasha glimpses someone in the moonlight and goes outside to discover not just a girl but a fox, a hare and a deer.
Foxlight: Winner of the Wainwright Children's Prize 2024
Katya Balen
£12.99 £12.34A powerful, heartwarming story of two sisters found curled up tight with the foxes at the edge of the wildlands. How can they discover where they are from?
Yours From the Tower
Sally Nicholls
£14.99It’s 1896 and three school friends must move out into the world and find their way. Charming epistolary novel in which they share their hopes, dreams and dramas.
Code Name Kingfisher
Liz Kessler
£12.99 £12.34When Liv finds a box from her grandmother’s childhood she uncovers an extraordinary story of bravery, betrayal and defiance. Who was the undercover agent?
The Case of the Polar Poachers
Iona Rangeley and David Tazzyman
£12.99When penguins start to go missing from the wild, Imogen and Arthur know they must turn detective again - with help, of course, from their old friend Einstein.
Monsters Never Get Haircuts
Marie-Helene Versini and Vincent Boudgourd
£13.99 £13.29Humorous, quirky picture book on the habits of monsters - who never brush their hair, go to the dentist or bother with shoes.
Zoom: Adventures with Grandad
Sam Usher
£7.99 £7.59One warm night a boy and his grandfather climb onto the roof, build a rocket and venture into space on a mission. Charming adventure story with fabulous pictures.
Tiny Owl's Scary Day
Petr Horacek
£12.99 £12.34Tiny Owl forgets that night time is owl time and goes out alone in the daytime where strange noises and sights prove a bit scary!
The Mermaid Moon: A charming and magical tale of friendship and adventure from the award-winning Briony May Smith
Briony May Smith
£12.99 £12.34Molly and her best friend Merrin, a mermaid who lives in the harbour, are celebrating the one night of the year when sea creatures can explore the human world.
The Littlest Yak: Home Is Where the Herd Is
LU FRASER and Kate Hindley
£7.99 £7.59Gertie doesn’t want to move mountains and pack all her belongings, but after a near disaster along the way she learns that what matters is being with her family.
Around the World in 80 Dogs
Kristyna Litten
£15.99 £15.19Wonderful visual celebration of the huge variety of dogs found across the world with pictures of every breed and details of some of their special skills.
A World Full of Winter Stories
Angela McAllister and Olga Baumert
£14.99 £14.24A treasure trove of beautifully illustrated folk tales and legends from around the world - perfect bedtime reading for chilly nights.
An Animal a Day
Miranda Smith, Kaja Kajfez, et al.
£22.00 £20.90Compendium of wildlife from habitats on land and beneath the seas, packed with fascinating facts and tips on conservation. Age guide: 6-10
The Football School Encyclopedia: Everything you want to know about football
Alex Bellos, Ben Lyttleton, et al.
£14.99 £14.24Large format celebration of the beautiful game packed with fun facts, stats and trivia, all copiously illustrated. Age guide: 7-11
Sky High!: A Soaring History of Aviation
Jacek Ambrozewski
£25.00 £23.75Witty, informative and colourful survey of aircraft from balloons and hang gliders to drones and solar powered planes. Age guide: 8+
A Whale of a Time: A Funny Poem for Every Day of the Year
Lou Peacock and Matt Hunt
£25.00 £23.75Giggle all year round at this vibrantly illustrated anthology of humorous verse - familiar names plus fresh new voices. Age guide: 5-9
Robert Winston: The Story of Science: How Science and Technology Changed the World
Robert Winston
£20.00 £19.00Accessible and fun guide to some of the world’s pioneering experiments, inventions and life-changing discoveries. Age guide: 8-12
The Macmillan Collection of Greek Myths: A luxurious and beautiful gift edition
Macmillan
£35.00 £33.25Beautifully produced treasury of myths complemented by classic illustrations from artists such as Arthur Rackham, Walter Crane and Heath Robinson.
Michael Morpurgo’s Tales from Shakespeare
Michael Morpurgo
£20.00 £19.00Ten plays retold in Morpurgo’s warm, accessible style - a perfect introduction to Shakespeare for young children - with illustrations by contemporary artists. Age guide: 8-12
My First Christmas Cook Book
David Atherton and Katie Cottle
£14.99 £14.24Learn to bake and decorate tasty treats and gifts with this delightful step by step cookbook. Age guide: 6-11