Julia Donaldson has written over a hundred books and plays for children and teenagers, including the bestselling picture books The Smeds and the Smoos and Room on the Broom. Over a million of her books have been sold worldwide, and The Gruffalo has been translated into over 100 languages. Julia has won many awards and was the UK Children's Laureate 2011-2013.

Helen Oxenbury is the renowned illustrator of many classic picture books, including We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen and The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig by Eugene Trivizas. Ms. Oxenbury lives with her husband, illustrator John Burningham, in North London.

*""Joyful rhyming couplets and heartwarming illustrations usher new babies into their families, communities, and the world.... a narrative of cheerful babies who are safe, secure, and clearly loved, the perfect gift for new and expectant parents."-- "Booklist, starred review"

"Capturing the joys and trials of caring for a new baby, the collaborators employ winning verse and sweetly rendered portraits of caregivers and infants."-- "Publishers Weekly"

"This joyful celebration of the baby and toddler years feels likeo a mdern classic.... and a favorite for families to snuggle up and read together."-- "School Library Jounral, starred review"

Publisher: Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books

Pub date: 2023-01-31

Length: 32 pages