When Molly shares a secret with Olive, the urge to tell is just too great for Olive. She tells Joe who tells Matt who tells Lola. But Lola is best friends with Molly. The secret is out, and Olive is in big trouble! With adorable childlike characters in their mannerisms, behaviour and dialogue, young children will relate and parents will laugh at how well-observed they are.
This is a simple, visual puzzle story for young readers to enjoy on their own.
Characters: Molly
Part of the "Thomas the Tank Engine" series, these titles are: "Fergus", "Mighty Mac", "Harvey", "Rusty" and "Molly". The characters Molly and Mighty Mac are introduced for the first time.
Characters: Molly
Molly and her brolly have been on adventures all over the world, to wherever Molly's glorious imagination has taken them. Find out where Molly's jolly brolly is going to take her today.
Characters: Molly
Molly wished that they had a real garden, big enough to play in. Then one day, her wish came true! Mum and Dad told the children that they had found a house with a garden for them all to live in! Right away everyone began to make plans.
Characters: Molly
Rosie Rabbit is shy and scared of many things. So when she and her family come across Miss Molly's School of Confidence, Miss Molly welcomes her in. Here Rosie learns how to build her confidence, make friends and even teach Papa Rabbit a thing or two about overcoming your fears. A perfect way to start conversations with children about resilience and confidence issues, with humour, a gentle story, and a cast of lively animal characters.
Molly wakes one morning to find her house empty. Her father has been out fishing in stormy seas and hasn't returned from his trip. She takes her most precious possessions down to the harbour; a brass locket containing twenty little cowrie shells, a photograph of her father and her beloved doll Isla to offer the sea in return for her father's safety. A tale of love, sacrifice and hope.
Characters: Molly
'The beautiful storyline and bright illustrations will delight readers of all ages.' Children's Books Ireland Recommended Reads 2019-2020'This is an amazing tale about working together to help make something wonderful happen.' Books for KeepsSequel to the acclaimed Molly and the Stormy Sea, Molly and the Whale is a moving tale from master storyteller Malachy Doyle and illustrator Andrew Whitson about working together to help a creature back into its habitat.Molly and her friend Dylan wake up one morning to find a whale washed up on the beach. Molly's dad shows them how to care for the whale as they wait for the tide to come in and Molly sings to calm her whilst the children and their friends work together to keep her wet and dig a trench beneath her. But will they manage to help the whale back into the sea in time?Praise for Molly and the Stormy Sea:'a timeless and enchanting fable about the power of faith, the price of sacrifice, and the joy of hope which will be read endlessly by children and adults alike.' Children's Books Ireland'This is a wonder of a book; perfectly illustrated and loving told; one you will want to read and share again and again.' Fallen Star Stories
'Full of adventure, excitement, heart and happiness, Molly and the Dolphins is just the story to keep the summer sun alive all year long.' Mary Esther Judy, Fallen Star Stories'This dramatic, beautiful picture book is about love, kindness and friendship.' Claire Hewson, Early Years Educator'Malachy Doyle’s story paired with Andrew Whitston’s beautiful illustrations, provide a rich resource through which to discuss the issues of over-fishing and polluted coastlines, the protection of sea life and the dangers of the ocean.' Kalpa Ghelani, Just ImagineMolly’s fisherman father makes her a little dinghy and teaches her to sail. Soon Molly is scudding over the waves, with a pod of dolphins leaping all around.She helps the dolphins when one gets tangled up in a fishing net. But what will happen when it’s Molly who needs help?The dramatic and beautiful sixth book in this acclaimed series by an award-winning author/illustrator team sees young Molly take to the sea with joy, with confidence, and, as always, with kindness.
Characters: Molly
'This latest adventure in the 'Molly' series of picture books is an action-packed story, but with all the gentleness we have come to love about this little island girl. One night, Molly realises the lighthouse isn't working, wakes up her friend Dylan, and sets off to help. But will Molly and Dylan be able to get the light working again in time to save their father's fishing boats? A little hair-raising and utterly heart-warming, this book is a gem in both words and pictures.' Myra Zepf, Arts Council Northern Ireland'This wonderful, wintery tale by Irish duo Malachy Doyle and Andrew Whitson would make the perfect gift for your little ones this Christmas.' Tales for Tadpoles'A heart-warming story and illustrations that are full of colour and texture make this picture book a real winner.' Sarah Webb, Irish IndependentOne night, Molly realises the lighthouse isn't working, wakes up her friend Dylan, and sets off to help. But will Molly and Dylan be able to get the light working again in time to save their father's fishing boats?The third book in the highly successful Molly series by award-winning author Malachy Doyle and illustrator Andrew Whitson is a tale of bravery and teamwork.
'A timely story to introduce to young children how communities can help people fleeing danger to settle & feel welcomed.' Jo Bowers'In the hands of this author-illustrator duo, a serious issue is turned into a form that even the very young will understand, emphasising human values of compassion and kindness, and demonstrating how there is room for all of us to live happily together.' Andrea Reece, LoveReading4Kids'Empathetic, wise, hopeful and full of warmth, with an ending that is utterly joyous! The Molly books just keep getting better and better!' Mary Esther Judy, Fallen Star StoriesMolly and her dad rescue three people in trouble from a small boat off the coast. Though they speak different languages, the new arrivals quickly make friends with the islanders, who offer them somewhere to stay and some clothes and food. Just a few weeks later, a new challenge threatens this relationship, but will Molly and the islanders be able to help their new friends?
Characters: Molly
Molly is a young girl with far too many bullies. What she needs is a friend - a big one with fur, fangs, and terrible claws. Unfortunately, what she gets is Nightmare, an argumentative creature who seems put off by the notion that he will be a little girl's sidekick. 'To be my monster. I'm going to take you to school, like show and tell, but every day.' 'That's against monster rule #1,' Nightmare says. 'I hide in closets, under beds, rattle windows, that sort of thing. No one can see me unless they call for a monster. Which is rare, I should tell you.' Despite their differences, the two develop a loyal friendship that spans Molly's entire life. 'Molly grows as years swirl and blend and pass. Nightmare watches rain the colour of steel. Clouds the colour of marshmallows. Sunlight the colour of Molly's bows.' 'Nightmare stares at his claws. They are not painted. He tucks himself under her bed at night. Molly's hair turns white and grey. When Molly passes away, Nightmare is lost and alone. What does an imaginary friend do when the person that needed them is gone?'
Characters: Molly
Molly the Mouse just loves to play and making a mess while doing it! But when, at the end of a busy day, Molly can no longer find her bed, this exhausted little mouse may need some help in tidying up. But will there still be a surprise for Molly when she finally tries to go to sleep?
Characters: Molly
Molly the Muffin Fairy is another delightful creation from Lara Ede and Tim Bugbird. Follow Molly and her friends as they work together to fix the disastrous consequences of baking rock-hard muffins. This witty story, beautifully illustrated by Lara Ede, will entertain children and adults alike.
Characters: Molly
Starting school is always exciting... especially when you're a mermaid! From schools of fish to the A B Seas, this whimsical underwater tale puts a fun twist on what to expect on the first day of school. <p/>It's Molly's first day at mermaid school, and there's so much to learn! Follow the mermaids as they count clamshells, recite the A B Seas, and make new friends. They even enjoy story time about children who walk on land! At the end of the day, it's time to sing the goodbye song and head home. With sweet, rhyming language and a peek into a fantastical undersea world, Mermaid School touches on all the major moments children will experience on their first day. And don't miss the mermaid school handbook in the back of this book for more mermaid fun!
Characters: ChristabelMarnieMolly
Fairyland in uproar! Jack Frost has stolen the Pet Fairies magical pets. Without them, the Pet Fairies can't ensure that pets in the human world find the right owners. So it's vital that the Pet Fairies get their magic pets back. The pets have escaped from Jack Frost's ice castle and are roaming the human world. Rachel and Kirsty have to help Katie the Kitten Fairy, Harriet the Hamster Fairy, Georgia the Guinea Pig Fairy, Lauren the Puppy Fairy, Emma the Bunny Fairy, Penny the Pony Fairy and Molly the Goldfish Fairy - to get the pets back...before it's too late.
Characters: Molly
Molly the moth lives in the back of an old wardrobe. She loves her home and her family but she yearns for adventure. So by day she helps her mother look after the larvae, and by night she prepares for her space mission to the MOON! It's no easy feat for a little moth to fly all the way to the moon - but Molly is not a moth to give up on her dreams.
Characters: Molly
Mum has lots of jobs to do today. But it doesn't matter - there's a circus in Molly's garden! While Mum's busy, Molly's imagination brings to life a joyful riot of trapeze from the trees, clowns, animal acrobats and performers on tricycles. But when disaster strikes Mum is there to help, and sharing a picnic brings everyone together. This is a tale about the magic of imagination, an adventurous girl and a special mother-child relationship, told through Esther Kent’s vibrant, pattern-filled illustrations.
Characters: Molly
Written by award-winning author Julia Donaldson, Songbirds Phonics are highly decodable, beautifully illustrated real stories. In Tim's Bad Mood, Tim Tomkins is very grumpy!
A heartwarming story about a wonderful teacher, from an award-winning author. It is a totally wonderful morning and Molly brings Grandma's special crystal into school for Show and Tell. But when everyone is more interested in Russell's water-squirting stegosaurus, suddenly Molly's day becomes totally horrible. Luckily Miss Plumberry knows just what to do to make Molly's day totally wonderful again!
Characters: AaronJamieLindyMadeleineMollyNicoleRussellTaniaZak
Molly and the mice are caught in a storm. The mice find a safe place but Molly can't settle. She is worried about their friends. So she sets off into the storm to find them.
Characters: Molly
Molly is new... new at school. She's got the new bag and new shoes, but is she looking forward to it? And what if something goes wrong? Our picture books are ideal for sharing and for emergent and first readers.
Characters: Molly
Will Tall Tilly's teacher be able to show her that being tall isn't all bad? Tall Tilly is very tall. She is taller than her best friend Molly, and too tall for her bed. She is too tall to be a ballerina. She is not happy and wishes she was small and dainty, until her teacher has an idea . . .
Molly Maybe has a marvellous secret - she and her faithful sidekick, Waggy Burns, are the only ones who can travel to an amazing monster world which mirrors our own. Take a ride in the incredible mundervator with Molly and help her solve a crisis in Undermunder. There’s a terrible smell in Smallsbury but Molly knows that it’s not the drains! She ventures down into Undermunder and discovers three little monsters, who can’t stop pumping out pony smells in fear. They’ve lost their kite and too scared of the ghastly ghost, the Ghoulie Gumpus to get it back. Will Molly be able to show them there’s nothing to be scared of? Or is the Ghoulie Gumpus just too ghastly?
Characters: Molly
Molly Maybe has a marvellous secret - she and her faithful sidekick, Waggy Burns, are the only ones who can travel to an amazing monster world which mirrors our own. Take a ride in the incredible mundervator with Molly and help her solve a crisis in Undermunder.
Characters: Molly
Molly Maybe has a marvellous secret - she and her faithful sidekick, Waggy Burns, are the only ones who can travel to an amazing monster world which mirrors our own. In the brilliant, new look edition of the first book in the Molly Maybe series, take a ride in the incredible mundervator with Molly and help her solve a crisis in Undermunder!
Characters: Molly
Meet Molly the hare, Olive the owl and Dexter the fox, stars of a delightful new series for toddlers from Kate Greenaway Medal-winning artist Catherine Rayner. Molly the hare loves hide-and-seek. “You two hide,” she tells Olive the owl and Dexter the fox, and then she begins to count: “5, 4, 3, 2, 1 – ready or not here I come.” But when she opens her eyes, Molly finds the pair straight away! Soon Molly announces Olive and Dexter have to hide properly. Now she has the opposite problem: her friends have hidden too well... Wherever can they be? This is the first in Catherine Rayner's adorable new picture-book series – delivering the charm of the 100 Acre Wood in an irresistible package for toddlers.
Once, there were two best friends. One was from the sea, a mermaid named Merrin, and one was from the land, a human named Molly. Merrin has never been to Molly’s house; how can she visit when she is a mermaid, and has to stay underwater? But then comes the night of the Mermaid Moon, when sea creatures can fly through the air! And this year, Merrin is finally old enough to join in. Together, she and Molly visit the Mermaid Moon festival, eat ice cream, and ride on a swing in Molly’s garden. But trouble arises when it is time for Merrin to leave. If she doesn’t get back home before the moon sets, the Mermaid Moon magic will disappear from the earth forever... In this magical picture book perfect for all young mermaid lovers, two best friends – one who lives on land, the other in the water – share an exciting adventure on the night of the Mermaid Moon: the one time each year mermaids can leave the sea.
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