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Child's Play (International) Ltd Award-winning indie children's book publisher, inspiring a lifelong love of reading A child’s early years are more important than any other.

Child’s Play is more than a publishing programme, it is a philosophy. This is when children learn most about the world around them, and when they acquire the language they need to survive and grow. Child’s Play provides children, parents and teachers with opportunities to learn through play, participate in motivational activities and extend interactive communication; developing the whole person th

rough the senses, the intellect and the imagination. Child’s Play books are innovative and inclusive, shining a spotlight on all children and representing our diverse world. Every child should be able to find themselves in the books they read. Books play a vital role in building the foundations for learning, and exposure to quality books from an early age helps to develop an enquiring mind and a lifelong love of reading. Visit our website Parent Zone and Teacher Zone for more information and free resources: http://www.childs-play.com/

Competitions, Mighty Mini Reviews etc: enter as per post instructions. After receiving a prize, winners are invited to post their and/or their little one's review along with a picture featuring the prize onto our page. Usual T&Cs.

Happy Empathy Day!Reading stories together is a great way to find out more about ourselves and each other, encourage que...
12/06/2025

Happy Empathy Day!

Reading stories together is a great way to find out more about ourselves and each other, encourage questions and discussions, and develop understanding and respect.

We are proud to support Empathy Day as an Empathy Builder for 2025

"Everyone should feel represented in the stories they read"Delighted to see OSSIRI AND THE BALA MENGRO by Richard O'Neil...
11/06/2025

"Everyone should feel represented in the stories they read"

Delighted to see OSSIRI AND THE BALA MENGRO by Richard O'Neill, Katharine Quarmby Writer, illustrated by Hannah Tolson in National Literacy Trust and Manchester Libraries Ethnic Diversity Book List!

Happy International Day of Play! We're feeling playful! Let's celebrate the power and joy of play with four beautiful co...
11/06/2025

Happy International Day of Play! We're feeling playful! Let's celebrate the power and joy of play with four beautiful cover reveals!

⭐ ME TIME! books illustrated by Judi Abbot coming soon! ⭐

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"Atmospheric and engaging introduction to Roma life and a good book to discuss with groups in Year 1" School Reading Lis...
11/06/2025

"Atmospheric and engaging introduction to Roma life and a good book to discuss with groups in Year 1" School Reading List

⭐ YOKKI AND THE PARNO GRY by Richard O'Neill, Katharine Quarmby Writer, illustrated by Marieke Nelissen is in School Reading List's 'Great books for Year 1 children' recommended reading list! ⭐

🌱 Great to see ERROL'S GARDEN by Gillian Hibbs in The Guardian Books! "A heartwarming tale... Errol realises the power o...
09/06/2025

🌱 Great to see ERROL'S GARDEN by Gillian Hibbs in The Guardian Books!

"A heartwarming tale... Errol realises the power of working with others and brings a diverse and inspiring community together on a shared project"

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Yay! ROSA EXPLORES LIFE CYCLES by Jessica Spanyol in BooksforTopics' Best Books for Preschoolers NEWLY 2025-26 list!"We ...
06/06/2025

Yay! ROSA EXPLORES LIFE CYCLES by Jessica Spanyol in BooksforTopics' Best Books for Preschoolers NEWLY 2025-26 list!

"We like the diverse cast of characters, matter-of-fact tone and discovery-based approach to learning the story celebrates, highly recommend"
https://www.booksfortopics.com/book/rosa-explores-life-cycles

Just look at these mini beasty bug beauties!Which are your favourites?Reading books together is a great way to capture a...
02/06/2025

Just look at these mini beasty bug beauties!
Which are your favourites?

Reading books together is a great way to capture and grow children’s interest in nature and learn about the importance of these fascinating creatures.

⭐New! FIRST BEHAVIOURS board books illustrated by Paula Bowles illustration out now⭐When I am CALM gives examples of wha...
31/05/2025

⭐New! FIRST BEHAVIOURS board books illustrated by Paula Bowles illustration out now⭐

When I am CALM gives examples of what calm feels like for children who might struggle to identify it, as well as coping mechanisms for when children are dysregulated.
More https://www.childs-play.com/collections/first-feelings

🦖⭐ T-rex-cellent news! We are thrilled our book FIVE ENORMOUS DINOSAURS has made the BookTrust Storytime Prize 2026 long...
30/05/2025

🦖⭐ T-rex-cellent news! We are thrilled our book FIVE ENORMOUS DINOSAURS has made the BookTrust Storytime Prize 2026 longlist!

Congrats to Annie Kubler and Sarah Dellow, who bring all our Baby Rhyme Time books to life, making them a joy to read together!

⭐ New! FIRST BEHAVIOURS board books illustrated by Paula Bowles illustration out now ⭐When I am CURIOUS encourages exper...
27/05/2025

⭐ New! FIRST BEHAVIOURS board books illustrated by
Paula Bowles illustration out now ⭐

When I am CURIOUS encourages experimentation in play, which leads to new skills and boosts self-confidence, also empathy as children learn from others.
More: https://www.childs-play.com/collections/first-feelings

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Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

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https://www.childs-play.com/, https://childsplaybooks.myshopify.com/

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Learning through play

Child’s Play is more than a publishing programme, it is a philosophy. A child’s early years are more important than any other: this is when children learn most about the world around them, and when they acquire the language they need to survive and grow. Child’s Play provides children, parents and teachers with opportunities to learn through play, participate in motivational activities and extend interactive communication; developing the whole person through the senses, the intellect and the imagination. Child’s Play books are innovative and inclusive, shining a spotlight on all children and representing our diverse world. Every child should be able to find themselves in the books they read. Books play a vital role in building the foundations for learning, and exposure to quality books from an early age helps to develop an enquiring mind and a lifelong love of reading.

Visit our website Parent Zone and Teacher Zone for more information and free resources: http://www.childs-play.com/