Books with author Pip Jones

Izzy Gizmo has been invited to Technoff Isle's Genius Convention where the inventor of the best machine will win coveted admittance to the Genius Guild. But with fearsome foe Abi von Lavish getting the best of her at every turn, how can Izzy and Fixer come up with the winning invention? Much-loved heroine Izzy Gizmo returns (together with Grandpa and Fixer) in a wonderfully exuberant story that has serious points to make about the importance of make do and mend.

Izzy Gizmo has been invited to Technoff Isle's Genius Convention where the inventor of the best machine will win coveted admittance to the Genius Guild. But with fearsome foe Abi von Lavish getting the best of her at every turn, how can Izzy and Fixer come up with the winning invention? Much-loved heroine Izzy Gizmo returns (together with Grandpa and Fixer) in a wonderfully exuberant story that has serious points to make about the importance of make do and mend.

Everyone's favourite inventor is now available in board book format!Izzy Gizmo, a girl who LOVED to invent,carried her tool bag wherever she wentin case she discovered a thing to be mended,or a gadget to tweak to make to make it more splendid.Izabelle Gizmo just loves to invent, but her inventions never seem to work the way she wants them to. And that makes her really CROSS! When she finds a crow with a broken wing she just has to help. But will she be able to put her frustrations to one side and help her new friend to fly again? Shortlisted for the Sainsbury’s Children’s Book Prize 2017, this empowering book is perfect for fans of Rosie Revere, Engineer, Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World and Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. ‘If you’re looking for a new book with a determined, strong female role model then this is for you’ Being a Mummy blog ‘This was such a fun book. We need more books with girl inventors!’ Twirling Book Princess blog ‘This exuberantly riotous story… blends the fun of rhyme with the touching friendship between a charismatic crow and a never-say-die young inventor’Lancashire Evening Post ‘A lovely story of ingenuity and determination’ Parents in Touch ‘I doubt many will fail to fall for Izzy and her mechanical mind. Pip Jones’ rhyming narrative is a cracker to read aloud and Sara Ogilvie’s imagination must be almost as fertile as young Izzy’s… A real riot.’ Red Reading Hub blog ‘Jones’s loping, engaging rhymes and Ogilvie’s vivacious images evoke both inspiration and frustration’ The Guardian

The latest in this charming series of rhyming tales, Ava and her invisible cat perform at the circus! ‘In a change to our scheduled programme tonight, I proudly present, for your joy and delight . . .' (in the glare of the bulbs, Ava tipped her tall hat) ‘AMAZING AVA! AAAAAAND . . . HER INVISIBLE CAT!’ Ava and Squishy are going to see the circus, but when one of the acts doesn't turn up they must perform in his place! Another joyful, hilarious, instant classic of a tale for five year olds and upwards, stunningly illustrated by Ella Okstad.

Jeffry, I’m no mere guinea pig! I’m a Handsome. And Handsomes have always been famous. I simply cannot be the only Handsome in history to not be famous.'Piggy Handsome is a very confident Guinea pig with a hugely inflated ego - he hails from a long line of very famous Guinea pigs. But sadly Handsome hasn't yet achieved world renown. With the help of gruff-talking Jeffry the budgie and the inadvertent efforts of two dastardly villains Dan and Dolly Dixon, Handsome might realise his dream, get in the papers and save the day - without even realising. All in one day trip to the seaside!

This beautifully illustrated card set is a practical tool for promoting emotional literacy with children aged from 4 to 8 years. The central characters (a boy and a girl) express and share their different feelings, both positive and difficult, using the language of metaphor, for example, 'Sometimes I feel like the world is my enemy' and 'Sometimes I feel like I am my very own super hero'. Following the characters' expressions, children are encouraged to recognise and explore the intensity of their own emotions safely through metaphor, while at the same time 'owning' the feelings as the story is told through the first person. The cards can serve as a springboard to allow children to invent their own personal metaphors for their feelings, and will help them to realise that they are not alone in feeling as they do. A valuable tool for teachers and therapists working with young children, this practical resource will help students to recognise and express their emotions.

Piggy Handsome is a very confident guinea pig with a hugely inflated ego – he hails from a long line of very famous guinea pigs. But sadly Handsome STILL hasn't achieved world renown. Well, now he has a new plan to get his name on the telly – he’ll be someone’s hero! When pushing Jeff Budgie off a roof and ‘saving’ him fails spectacularly, Handsome is at his wits’ end. Little does he know, however, that the dastardly Dixons have escaped prison and are seeking revenge for their capture. What’s more, Dan and Dolly’s ghastly greed has led them to kidnapping, and now someone really DOES need saving! Can Piggy Handsome save the day for real? And will it earn him the fame he so desperately desires?

Galaxy reading books are a wonderful collection of fiction, non-fiction, poetry and plays to capture the interest of every child, helping to develop a life-long love of reading. Uki and her family live near the North Pole and when winter comes, the sun goes away completely and doesn't return until the spring. How will Uki and her parents fill their days during the long polar nights? Find out in this enchanting, beautifully illustrated storybook. Reading age: 4-5 years

Helping to care for a family dog can teach your child responsibility and empathy. It can also encourage more physical activity. But in our digital age kids may need to be coaxed away from their electronics.Giving them a defined role in helping to train the family pet is one way of doing this.This book takes your child through the basics of rewards based dog training as popularized by Karen Pryor and others. Your child is shown how to teach a dog some basic commands and tricks.This book is meant to be read with your school-aged child. All dog training sessions should be closely supervised by an adult. Dog training is a family affair and provides an opportunity for fragmented families to bond by sharing a common goal- a well-mannered dog.Although the book is directed to the school-aged child, the section on safety could be read to much younger children.Buy this book and get your child started on a fun activity that will teach him or her some valuable life lessons.

Imagine living 10,000 years ago in a remote valley deep in the heart of the Himalayas.That's where this story begins.10-year-old Tracker hopes to become a great hunter one day, like his brothers. But he has other ambitions as well, and after a fight with one of the boys in his camp, Tracker is forced to leave his home valley or be killed.His journey takes him through the High Lands. Shortly after, he is captured by a tribe of marauding riders then left for dead beside the Steps of Mormor. Rescued by Adrea, a mysterious young slave girl, Tracker accompanies her across the Stony Wastes and through the treacherous Caves of Siwalik to the Inlands - her homelands.But Tracker now has a mission - to find his father who fled when he was little more than a baby. Forced to abandon his ony friend, Tracker's quest ends in near disaster when he is imprisoned in Kazakh Khan's city. Escaping with the Water Rats following a night of flood and fire, Tracker finally reaches the shores of the frozen sea. Only then does the young boy finally discover the true reason for his amazing journey.