Books that include a character called ALBERT
Albert Le Blanc
Nick Butterworth
This is the story of Albert Le Blanc. (He’s from France, so that ‘Al-bear Le Blonk.) When Albert Le Blanc arrives in Mr Jolly’s toy shop, the other toys think he is the saddest-looking bear they have ever seen. But then, Jack-in-a-box has an idea that might just put a smile on their new friend’s face... A delightfully funny story about the importance of friendship – and laughter – from the creator of the internationally popular stories about Percy the Park Keeper.
Characters: Albert
Where Has All The Cake Gone?
Andrew Sanders
An irresistible tall tale full of warmth, wit, cake and . . . penguins! Perfect for small children with big imaginations."I did not eat the cake."A cake has gone missing from the kitchen and Dad wants to know where it has gone. But Albert says it wasn't him. Oh, no. It was eaten by some very naughty penguins who then kidnapped Albert and took him on a madcap adventure involving international travel in a giant jar of marmalade and a snowball fight with kangaroos. Albert's dad is not impressed. But Albert swears he's telling the truth. HE DID NOT EAT THE CAKE! Could his story really be true?
Characters: Albert
Showtime for Billie and Coco
Tor Freeman
Step inside Fancy Feathers Talent School, the most exciting school in town! Coco Crocodile is rehearsing her song and Billie and Pig has a dance to perfect - and all in time for the evening show! But the Fox Clowns are in a muddle and Albert the Magician has made his assistant vanish, COMPLETELY! Now everyone needs a costume and time is running out. But you know what they say? The show MUST go on . . . Full of fun, bursting with characters and packed with comic detail, as well as tutus, tantrums and TALENT!
Albert and Sarah Jane
Malachy Doyle
Albert the dog just can’t stop himself from eating Sarah Jane’s favorite fishy nibbles. But what will happen when Sarah Jane finds out there are none left for breakfast?Will fishy nibbles come between a hungry hound and his feline friend?Part of the QED Storytime series, this beautifully illustrated book introduces young children to the pleasures of reading and sharing stories, and includes supporting notes for parents and teachers.
A Walk in the Park
Anthony Browne
A heart-warming tale of friendship from supreme artist, Anthony Browne. One day Smudge and Charles (two very different children) take walks to the park with their dogs, Albert and Victoria. The dogs race off and chase each other around the park, while Smudge and Charles become the best of friends. First published in 1977, this tale of friendship which is one of the first books by internationally acclaimed picture book creator, Anthony Browne is available again in paperback.
The New Small Person
Lauren Child
Lauren Child tells the familiar tale of a less-than-welcome sibling with subtlety, insight, affection, and humor.Elmore Green starts life as an only child, as many children do. He has a room to himself, where he can line up his precious things and nobody will move them one inch. But one day everything changes. When the new small person comes along, it seems that everybody might like it a bit morethan they like Elmore Green. And when the small person knocks over Elmore's things and even licks his jelly-bean collection, Elmore's parents say that he can't be angry because the small person is only small. Elmore wants the small person to go back to wherever it came from. Then, one night, everything changes. . . . In her signature visual style, Lauren Child gets to the heart of a child's evolving emotions about becoming a big brother or sister.
Albert Le Blanc to the Rescue
Nick Butterworth
The wonderful sequel to Albert le Blanc, from the highly-regarded creator of the Percy the Park Keeper books.Albert le Blanc’s friend, Sally the toy hippo, has been bought by a little girl. Every day, they walk past the shop and Sally gives Albert a wink, as he sits in the window. Albert waves back and wonders if he will ever be chosen as a child’s best friend.The, one day – disaster! Sally tumbles out of the girl’s rucksack and is snatched away by a stranger before anyone can stop them. Stuck inside the toy shop, not daring to move, it seems there is nothing Albert can do to help his friend…Will there be a happy ending for Sally? And, will there ever be a happy new home for Albert?
Characters: Albert
When the World is Full of Friends
Gillian Shields
When the world is full of friends, the fun and laughter never ends. Albert, Tom, Flossie and Pipkin love to play, and when a family of squirrels move in to the house across the river they are so excited! Now they have friends to play with ... But how will they cross the stream?
Race to the Moon and Back
Igloo Books
Albert and Arthur are inventors, but they are as different as can be. When Albert challenges Arthur to a race to the moon, who will get there first? Blast into space with this AWESOME story that’s out of this world.
The Pet Potato
Josh Lacey
Albert is so desperate to get a pet, he'll take anything - a cat, a dog, giraffe... he's not fussy, so he's super excited when Dad finally brings a pet home. There's just one problem: it's a potato. Potatoes can't do anything a proper pet does... can they?!
Characters: Albert
A lovely little book for a very lovely little Olivia
M W Graham
Little Olivia's dog, Albert, has a poorly knee, so she's going with daddy to take him to the vet. Hopefully Albert will be better soon and back to his usual playful self!
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