Joan Stimson Knihy

Arthur - the worrying penguin - is concerned about the plans involved for his birthday party. 4-6 yrs.

A collection of monster stories written to appeal to the under fives. The stories feature Cyril the monster, who has an unusual bath, jittery Ginger and the monster who is afraid of children. The book is one of a series designed for anytime reading.

Book by Stimson, Joan

It's always fun when Little kitten is around. But one day a new tabby cat arrives in the neighbourhood, and she doesn't want to join in the games. Little kitten can't bear to see her not having fun.

Little Tiger thinks he's tall and tough, so he sets off in search of adventure. And when he discovers two tiny cubs trapped on a mountain ledge, he finds his chance to prove himself.

Finnigan is fed up. Being a cat is a dog's life. He can't come and go as he pleases. He longs to steal outside and explore on starry nights or nip inside for a nap on showery days. Finnigan knows that a cat flap is the answer to his problems. Do his owners? The story contains a "pull-out" feature.

In a small village, a magic porridge pot is given to the people and will keep producing porridge unless it is deliberately wasted. All goes well until some porridge is spilt.

Little Elephant is keen to join in the Big Show. But what act can she perform? She tries lots of tricks, but they're all too hard. Eventually she discovers the perfect role.

Children of all ages will love these appealing, funny stories and rhymes, for listening to at any time of the day.