Books that include a character called ARLO

Arlo The Lion Who Couldn't Sleep

Arlo The Lion Who Couldn't Sleep

Catherine Rayner

Perfect for bedtime, Arlo The Lion Who Couldn't Sleep is a beautifully illustrated story with a gentle mindfulness message from award-wining author-illustrator Catherine Rayner.Shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal, it's especially helpful for little ones who have trouble going to sleep.Arlo the lion is exhausted. He just can't drop off, no matter what he tries. It's either too hot, or too cold; too loud or too quiet. But then he meets Owl. She can sleep through the day, which isn't easy when most other animals are awake! Will Arlo ever get any rest?Perhaps his new friend has some special tricks she can teach him to help him sleep . . .

Characters: Arlo

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Arlo the Astronaut

Arlo the Astronaut

Neil Pettifer

Arlo the Astronaut is zooming through space, he stops and explores every interesting place. He finds planets with robots and dragons and knights, while he searches all over for a friend that's just right...Whilst Neil was explaining to his youngest daughter the importance of having many friends rather than just one, Arlo the Astronaut came to life. Whilst Arlo searches the planets for the perfect best friend he comes to realise that everyone has different qualities and its more fun with more friends.This book is aimed at 3-9 year olds to help them understand the benefits of multiple friendships. Friendships in primary school are one of the biggest challenges little ones have, but "Arlo thee Astronaut" explains each person has a different strength and when you work together great things can happen.Neil Pettifer is a dad of two living in Worcester with his wife and daughters. He has spent many years working in different educational setting and has enjoyed helping children learn to love literature.

Characters: Arlo

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Try Again Arlo

Try Again Arlo

Mr Sam Castleton

Arlo has always dreamt of doing magic spells, but after lots of attempts, he finds he just can't do them. Will Arlo give up or will he persevere? Will he learn a valuable life lesson? Suitable for ages 2-6. Great for teaching young kids the value of perseverance, the rewards of practice and not giving up. Self published through KDP

Characters: Arlo

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Storm In A Jar

Storm In A Jar

Samuel Langley-Swain

Arlo visited Nana every Sunday, and she would always have new sweets waiting for him inside a special jar. So when Arlo finds out Nana has passed away, he keeps the jar with him to feel safe and closer to his Nana. But as his sadness turns to anger, a storm builds inside the jar, until Arlo has enough – and smashes it open! What will happen when the storm rushes out? A story that encourages children to talk about bereavement and anger, and explore ways to manage, embrace, and safely release them. It also includes a science experiment, and a guide to make a ‘glitter jar’ to help with anger.

Characters: Arlo

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Sam and Soraya

Built by Sam & Soraya

In 2022 we welcomed our little twins into the world. Since then we have been building up our home library full of baby books to try and give our boys the best start.

While books with characters called Sam are found in bookstores and charity shops throughout the land, we struggled to find any books with Soraya, Jasper, or Xander.

This gave Soraya the idea to compile a list of books for new parents and then Sam decided to turn it in to a website.