Books that include a character called HARRY
Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs
Ian Whybrow
Harry finds some dusty plastic dinosaurs in Nan's attic. He cleans them, finds out their names and takes them everywhere - until, one day, the dinosaurs get lost! The lost property man gets a surprise when Harry proves the dinosaurs are his by calling them over to him.
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Dinosaurs Have a Very Busy Day
Ian Whybrow
Learning is fun with Harry and his bucketful of dinosaurs!Harry and his dinosaurs are having a very busy day looking for shapes and they need some help. Peep through the die-cut holes and open the fold out pages to join in the fun!
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Dinosaurs Play Hide-and-seek
Ian Whybrow
Learning is fun with Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs!Harry and the dinosaurs are playing hide-and-seek with colours and Harry needs some help to find all his dinosaurs. Peep through the die-cut holes and open the fold-out pages to join in the fun and learn all about colours.
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Robots
Ian Whybrow
Harry's robot has to go to the robot hospital to get fixed. So Nan and Harry decide to make their own robot while he's being mended. Then when Nan has to go into hospital (to get mended as well), Harry knows exactly what to do to help her get better!
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Dinosaurs Tell the Time
Ian Whybrow
This wonderful novelty book has a lovely story about going to the seaside and lots of opportunity to learn how to tell the time on the integrated clock with clickety-clackety hands. As Harry and his dinosaurs have fun digging in the sand and splashing in the sea, each dinosaur takes it in turn to give a lesson in telling the time. At the end, the dinosaurs ask the reader to tell the time to see how much they have learned.
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Snow King
Ian Whybrow
Harry is waiting for the snow to come. The first fall brings just enough snow for Harry to build a little snow king. But then his snow king disappears and Harry is sure it has been kidnapped - but who could it have been? Harry looks everywhere for his snow king, but can't find him anywhere. Mr Oakley, the farmer, tells Harry not to give up hope - and when Harry looks out of his window the next day - he finds lots of snow people standing in the back garden!
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Pop-up Dinosaur Hunt
Ian Whybrow
Emergency - Pteradactyl has disappeared! Luckily all the other dinosaurs are ready to leap out of Harry's bucket and search for him. Join in the fun as they seek out their friend in this playful pop-up adventure. With six sturdy pop-up spreads and flaps to lift and look under, this book has plenty of interactive fun for even the youngest Harry fans.
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Dinosaurs United
Ian Whybrow
Harry's football team are trying their best, but they just keep getting in each other's way. But, luckily, Harry soon learns the best trick of all . . . teamwork! So together Harry, his friends and their mascotauruses win the best prize ever . . .
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Dinosaurs: The Snow-Smashers!
Ian Whybrow
Harry thinks he's too old for his bucketful of dinosaurs but they have other ideas. He looked after them when he was little and now they're determined to stick by him . . . for life. And Harry is not the only one who's got a lot bigger! When a mysterious set of plastic dinosaur cards appear on his key-ring, Harry soon finds that he can call on an army of Back-Up Dinosaurs. It only takes a rub with his finger to call up some MONSTER-sized muscle!When a big snow storm blocks the roads, the residents of Huntingdon village are trapped. Harry and his friends - Jack, Charlie and Siri - want to deliver emergency supplies. But it would take the strength of a triceratops or the enormous bulk of an apatosaurus to help them . . .
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Dinosaurs: Roar to the Rescue!
Ian Whybrow
Harry thinks he's too old for his bucketful of dinosaurs but they have other ideas. He looked after them when he was little and now they're determined to stick by him . . . for life. And Harry is not the only one who's got a lot bigger! When a mysterious set of plastic dinosaur cards appear on his key-ring, Harry soon finds that he can call on an army of Back-Up Dinosaurs. It only takes a rub with his finger to call up some MONSTER-sized muscle!When Harry hears that Mr Oakley has been robbed by a nasty crook, he hopes that he and his friends - Jack, Charlie and Siri - can solve the crime. And after a night-time visit from a grateful Spinosaurus, Harry discovers that he now has a whole pocketful of back-up . . .
Harry and the Dinosaurs First Sleepover
Ian Whybrow
When Harry and his dinosaurs go on a sleepover to Jack's house, they have so much fun there's no time to miss home. But when it gets dark and things go bump in the night, suddenly the dinosaurs are not so sure. Luckily, Harry has his friends to look after him and make sure they all have a roaringly good time.
Harry and the Dinosaurs: A Monster Surprise!
Ian Whybrow
Harry thinks he's too old for his bucketful of dinosaurs but they think he's wrong! He looked after them when he was little and now they want to stick by him - forever . . .When a mysterious set of plastic dinosaur cards appear on his key-ring, Harry discovers he can call on an army of Back-Up Dinosaurs. Just a rub with his finger calls up some MONSTER-sized muscle!In this adventure, Harry and his friends are kayaking when they discover someone is stealing rare birds' eggs. But there's a SURPRISE in store for the thief!
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Dinosaurs: The Flying Save!
Ian Whybrow
Harry thinks he's too old for his bucketful of dinosaurs but they think he's wrong! He looked after them when he was little and now they want to stick by him - forever . . .When a mysterious set of plastic dinosaur cards appear on his key-ring, Harry discovers he can call on an army of Back-Up Dinosaurs. Just a rub with his finger calls up some MONSTER-sized muscle!Dangerous dogs are worrying sheep near where Harry lives. He calls on Charlie, Siri and Jack to help investigate. But it's going to take a rather special FLYING friend to save the day!
Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs go on Holiday
Ian Whybrow
Harry and his bucketful of dinosaurs are going on holiday to Australia and can't wait. But everything is very different down under. There are lots of new sights, sounds and experiences and, without Nan there to comfort them, Harry AND Tyrannosaurus begin to feel a bit homesick. Luckily, a surprise gift makes all the difference and they soon all have a raaah-tastic time!
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Dinosaurs have a Happy Birthday
Ian Whybrow
Harry and his dinosaurs love birthday parties, so Harry's disappointed when big sister, Sam, says she's going to one - alone. Not only is it Mr Oakley's birthday, but Harry finds out that it's the dinosaurs' one hundred millionth birthday too! Harry decides to throw a surprise birthday party and soon even Sam helps to make the party treats. Mum invites Mr Oakley over and he is very surprised when he arrives; in fact, everyone agrees that it's the best birthday party ever!
Harry and the Dinosaurs Go to School
Ian Whybrow
Harry and the dinosaurs love playing in the waves at Water World. But when a big wave knocks them over, they don't think it's quite such fun after all. Harry isn't sure he wants to go in the water again, but with a little help from Nan he and his dinosaurs overcome their nerves and go on to make the biggest splash of the day!
Characters: Harry
Harry and the Dinosaurs at the Museum
Ian Whybrow
A classic story about Harry and his bucketful of dinosaurs!When Harry and the dinosaurs go to the museum they see Roman swords and spears, Egyptian mummies and lots of Harry's ancestors. The dinosaurs want Harry to help them to find their ancestors...and that's how Harry gets lost!Will Mum and Nan know where to look for him?
Characters: Harry
Harry's Holiday (Sunburst City Dragons)
Jane Huddleston
Join the Sunburst City dragon clan on their adventures in the human world. They love living in their secret cave halfway up a mountain near Sunburst City, but these ten friendly dragons must stay hidden from humans while they work and play. Luckily they are friends with two brave children who are often called upon to help them out!Today Harry is tired! He realises it's time for a holiday, but where could a dragon go? How can he stay hidden? Who can he share amazing sights with and help when he really wants an ice cream?!...
Characters: Harry
Snake Brought Cake
Sam Smith
The cockerel crowed across Pettington Zoo. The animals woke with a big job to do. 'The Harry is coming! Today is the day! We have to get ready! There's no time to play!' It's Harry's birthday and the all the animals at Pettington Zoo are planning a big surprise. It's time to get ready to party!
Characters: Harry
Here We Go, Harry
Kim Lewis
Take flight with Harry and his friends in this delightful companion to Goodnight Harry and Hooray for Harry! One breezy day, Harry and his friends Ted and Lulu climb to the top of a little hill. "Come on, Harry!" cry Lulu and Ted as they fly through the air and tumble down the little hill through the soft grass. But Harry doesn't feel loopy or swoopy or light. He needs a helping paw ... or two!
Yum Yum! What Fun!
Mara Bergman
Creak, crack, creak, crack.There's a mysterious noise in the house, but Katie and James and their little dog, Harry, are too busy cooking up something delicious to notice.Crash! Bash! Crash! Bash!Everyone heard that noise! What could it be? Katie and James and their little dog, Harry, are happy to share their snacks with anyone who drops by . . . but what if this boisterous surprise guest wants to snack on them instead?Yum, Yum!
The Dinosaur in the Shed
Stephen Hughes
This is the not so every day story of a little girl, Hannah, who hatches out an egg she finds in the local park. Hannah and her parents get quite the shock when they discover that the new family member is a dinosaur! Despite his happy and gentle nature, sharing a house with Harry the dinosaur has its drawbacks. His appetite, for example, but also those little accidents you inevitably get when you open your house up to something not really domesticated and the size of a mountain gorilla... The answer is for Harry to go and live in the shed. But how do you keep him a secret? The answer is you can't, cue the villain of the story Mr Riley, the intolerant and unpleasant next door neighbour who discovers the secret of the shed and slowly hatches a plot which even makes him smile, an event as rare as... well, as rare as hatching a dinosaur. What fate does lie in store for Harry, probably the world's only living dinosaur and definitely the only one living in a shed in suburban Britain?
Scarecrows' Wedding
Julia Donaldson
Betty O'Barley and Harry O'HayWere scarecrows. (They scaredLots of crows every day.)Harry loved Betty, and Betty loved Harry,So Harry said, 'Betty, my beauty let's marry!''Two scarecrows are planning the perfect wedding and set off to find everything on their list.But wicked scarecrow, Reginald Rake, has other ideas and almost ruins their special day. Harry O'Hay must become a hero before he and Betty O'Barley can have the wedding of their dreams.Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlersA wonderfully funny story with drama, humour, originality - and a happy ending from the UK's number one picture book author and illustratorPerfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spotFrom the creators of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog, which have all been made into animated filmsThe Smeds and the Smoos is on BBC One at Christmas with voice artists including Bill Bailey (comedian and Strictly winner), Adjoa Andoh (Bridgerton), Sally Hawkins (Paddington movies) and Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey).Look out for The Baddies the wickedly funny new picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Harry the Dirty Dog
Gene Zion
Don't miss Harry the Dirty Dog! This funny picture book about the strong-willed dog who really doesn't want a bath stands the test of time.Harry is a white dog with black spots who absolutely, positively hates to take a bath. After a day of adventure, Harry gets so dirty that he no longer looks like a white dog with black spots. Now he looks like a black dog with white spots!Harry the Dirty Dog has become a classic, entertaining young readers for decades. Perfect for young fans of dogs...especially ones who also don't always want a bath! This board book edition features sturdy pages and is just the right size for little ones.For more fun with Harry the Dirty Dog, don't miss No Roses for Harry! and Harry and the Lady Next Door. As Children's Books and Their Creators said about all three books: "There is a droll, seemingly effortless union of art and text in the Harry stories, a delicious mastery of everyday foolishness."
Characters: Harry
Harry the Highlander: Up the Glen
Cameron Scott
Harry the Highlander is a cute young Highland cow who is shunned by other cows simply because of the way he looks. He then sets off to find some friends who wont laugh at his shaggy coat and finds himself faced with various challenges that help to unite him and his fellow travels.
Characters: Harry
The Witch and the Dog
Sue McMillan
A laugh out loud story about etiquette. Can Daphne, a charming witch, change Harry from a messy, mannerless mutt into a polished pooch? Manners may maketh the man, but no one told Harry, a scruffy ill-bred dog with terrible habits. When he's abandoned on Daphne's doorstep, it seems he's beyond hope. Fortunately, Daphne is a charming witch with excellent manners. Can she transform him from a messy, mannerless mutt into a perfect, polished pooch, or will she have no choice but to turn him into a toad?
One Pig Went For a Drive
Alan Durant
Harry Pig is driving into town in his shiny blue motorcar, but it keeps on breaking down. Luckily he meets some friends along the way. They help him get that car back on the road again and everyone hops in to share the ride. But it isn't long before - Crash Bash! Bing Bang! Clanga-langa-clunk! - Harry's car is beyond repair. Now how will he get home?A wonderfully rhythmic, comic tale featuring five cheerful pigs.
Characters: Harry
Harry The Happy Mouse
N G K
The classic story of teaching children about kindness,Teaching children to be kind to each other! Harry The Happy Mouse is a cheerful, traditional story about a mouse called Harry who lives in the colorful English countryside. Harry helps a Frog, but asks the Frog to repay the kindness to someone else. We follow the good deed as it moves through other characters, who each selflessly help someone else, making themselves feel happy in the process! We learn that a little bit of happiness can go a long way! Harry The Happy Mouse is illustrated by the award winning Janelle Dimmett, bringing the beautiful story to life. Harry the Happy Mouse is 32 beautifully illustrated full colour pages.
Characters: Harry
Story Dog
Jan Fearnley
Harry loves stories. But they make him nervous. The words jumble and tumble when he tries to read out loud. Then one day, Harry meets Cal, a rescue dog, and with a little support and understanding (and one very wet nose) things begin to change . . . A heartwarming and engaging story perfect for children who find it hard to read out loud.
Harry's Lovely Spring Day: Harry The Happy Mouse
N G K
We see the start of the 'Harry The Happy Mouse' series as Harry learns about the value of kindness, and why a small thing for someone could mean something big for someone else. Harry is living in the city when he is helped by a stranger. Harry then decides to find the stranger to thank her. It really does turn out to be a Lovely Spring Day!
Hands Off, Harry!
Rosemary Wells
"Guess what happened at school today!" Kindergators work and play happily in Miss Harmony's class. But Harry isn't being a good classmate! He's disrupting Friendly Circle, causing accidents, and upsetting the class. Can the Kindergators find a way to help Harry learn to respect personal space?
Characters: BabetteBenjaminHarryJazzminLolaMiguelMiracleNigelRaulTina
Happy Harry's Cafe
Michael Rosen
What's not to love? A classic tale told with sly humor, for little ones with an appetite for laughs. Harry makes great soup. So Harry's friends are always running to his café just for that famous soup. One day, Ryan the Lion, Jo the Crow, and Matt the Cat all bustle into Harry's shop. "Take it easy!" says Harry. But maybe Harry is taking it too easy? You see, Matt the Cat is not too happy with his soup today. Oy vey! He doesn't want to kvetch, but won't Harry please try it to find out what could possibly be wrong? Michael Rosen's hilarious send-up of a beloved Jewish joke delightfully and deliciously leads you to the punch line, while Richard Holland's whimsical animal characters burst with exuberance.
Goodnight, Harry
Kim Lewis
Harry the elephant can't get to sleep. How can Ted and Lulu help him? "Goodnight, everyone," says Harry. "Zzz," goes Lulu. "Snore," goes Ted. But Harry the elephant can t get to sleep. He reads and tidies, he wriggles and worries. Will sleep ever come to Harry? Perhaps his friends can help
Harry in a Hurry
Timothy Knapman
Harry in a Hurry is Timothy Knapman and Gemma Merino's unique twist on the well-loved Aseop’s Fable, The Tortoise and the Hare. Harry the Hare is always in a hurry – he’s not even sure why! He eats fast and talks fast – and if he’s riding on his speedy scooter then you’d better watch out! But when Harry accidentally hurries his way into the local pond, and Tom the Tortoise fishes him out, Harry is forced to take a leaf out of Tom’s book and slow right down. In doing so he not only finds a new friend, but enjoys a whole new world of experiences.
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