Rachel Bright

  • Read by: Bill Nighy

    Duration: 5 mins

    A funny rhyming story about a reluctant Koala who finds change just a little bit worrisome.

    In a wonderful place, at the breaking of dawn, where the breezes were soft and the sunshine was warm, a place where the creatures ran wild and played free . . . a koala called Kevin clung to a tree.

    Kevin likes to keep things the same. Exactly the same. But when change comes along uninvited one day, Kevin discovers that life can be new and wonderful!

    The Koala Who Could was the winner of the Evening Standard's Oscar's Prize and the Sainsbury's Book Prize.

    Early Years Foundation
  • Read by: Bill Nighy

    Duration: 7 mins

    A funny rhyming story about a meek little Mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar.

    In a dry dusty place where the sand sparkled gold, stood a mighty flat rock - all craggy and old. And under that rock in a tinyful house, lived the littlest, quietest, meekest brown mouse.

    Fed up of being ignored by the other animals, Mouse wishes he could roar like Lion. But, as he discovers, even the biggest, bossiest people are scared sometimes . . . and even the smallest creatures can have the heart of a lion!

    A modern classic, The Lion Inside has sold over 200,000 copies in the UK alone and been translated into over 30 languages worldwide.

    Early Years Foundation
  • Read by: Sophie Harrison

    Duration: 5 mins

    Gail the snail has always been told not to dream too big or reach too far, but Gail is not your average snail, and she has plans to be the first... SNAIL IN SPACE! Join Gail on her stellar adventure and discover the magic of reaching for the stars and giving it your all.


     

    Early Years Foundation
  • Read by: Bill Nighy

    Duration: 7 mins

    A funny rhyming story about two greedy squirrels.

    Cyril and Bruce both have their sights on a very special prize: The Very Last Nut of the Season. As the nut bounces crazily though the forest, the squirrels race after it.

    Between trees, over boulders, down the river and - ARGH! - right to the edge of a waterfall! Working together might be the only way to save themselves now . . .

    A laugh-out-loud tale about friendship and sharing from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside and The Koala Who Could.

    Early Years Foundation
  • Read by: Bill Nighy

    Duration: 7 mins

    A feel-good tale of friendship set in the snowy Arctic from the creators of the bestselling, multi-award-winning The Lion Inside and The Koala Who Could.

    Wilf is as strong and independent as a wolf cub can be. He doesn't need help from his friends and family - whatever it is, he can do it ALL BY HIMSELF. But when Wilf finds himself lost and alone in the snow and chill of an Arctic night, he discovers something important - sometimes we all need the help of a friend to keep us safe and show us the way.

    Early Years Foundation
  • Read by: Bill Nighy

    Duration: 8 mins

    A stunning undersea tale of friendship, community and discovery from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside.

    Under glittering waves of a vast ocean blue, a beautiful world is hidden from view.
    And there, in the cool and the quiet of the deep, a great, gentle giant was stirring from sleep . . .

    Humphrey the whale is on a quest: to find the one perfect object that will make him feel complete. He roams far and wide, gathering endless undersea treasure as he goes. Yet, no matter how many goodies he accumulates, Humphrey still doesn't feel content. Could it be friendship, not possessions, that will really make Humphrey's heart sing?

    A sparkling rhyming tale that encourages sharing and kindness, this heartwarming story of friendship is perfect for listening to with family and friends.

    Early Years Foundation
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