Books with author Steve Smallman

Monty the mole's favourite bedtime story is about a hero, a monster and a magic wand. Monty wants to be a hero too so he sneaks out at night in search of adventure. He meets Herbert the hedgehog and together they decide to be heroes and search for magic. Monty finds a conker shell and uses it as a helmet for protection in case they meet a monster! And they do - along comes a grumpy badger but Herbert uses his spikes to send him on his way. Then Herbert tumbles down a hole and it's Monty's chance to be a hero and help his friend. The heroes continue on their adventure and find what they think is a magic wand - a dandelion. They shake it but all the magic seems to disappear - or does it? Will Monty's wish come true? Beautifully illustrated, QEB's Storytime introduces children to the pleasures of reading and sharing stories. Discussion points for parents and teachers are also included.

When Pip the mouse sees a bat flying over his home, he has a big idea – when he grows up, he's going to be a BAT!Pip makes himself some cardboard wings, and prepares for take-off. But flying is harder than it looks. Sleeping upside down isn't easy either, and what on earth do bats eat?It's not long before Pip makes friends with a real bat and decides he'd rather be a mouse after all! But he still really, really wants to fly. Pip's new friend comes to the rescue and flies him all the way home.All is well until Pip has another big idea. When he grows up, he's going to be a mole!Series DescriptionBeautifully illustrated, QED Storytime introduces young children to the pleasures of reading and sharing stories.Discussions for parents and teachers are also included in each book.