Ben is given Penguin as a present but, despite doing all he can to get Penguin to talk, he has no luck. It’s not until a lion comes along that Penguin reacts and finally speaks – and it’s worth waiting for. Written and illustrated by Polly Dunbar, the book has simple text for young children, accompanied by quirky illustrations. Buy Now

This book tells the tale of a dragon who meets a boy called Benjamin in the wood one day. Even though they have little in common, they make friends and both get to introduce the other to their very different worlds and families. The book puts an amusing spin on how our habits can seem so unfamiliar to someone, or something, else. It’s also a great tale of friendship and highlights the fact that an unlikely pair can be great friends, despite coming from different backgrounds.  Buy now