This Zoo Is Not for You by Ross Collins review – an irresistible pleasure
This beautifully illustrated tale of a put-upon platypus is given extra bite by the author’s mischievous sense of humour
Tiny Dinosaurs by Joel Stewart review – a lovely romp for boys and girls
Little Daisy is enchanted when she finds a band of little dinosaurs in her back garden – but her beloved sausage dog is less keen
Jenny Slate: ‘Ivanka Trump is a fake feminist and should be ashamed’
The US actor, standup and author on her new film, Gifted, inspirational women and the terrifying situation in the White House
How Dr Seuss could simplify boring, wordy documents
Bank of England staff read the children’s classics to learn how to get their message across. Who else would benefit from a little Seussification?
Daddy Long Legs by Nadine Brun-Cosme and Aurélie Guillerey review – chicest picture book of the year
Full of quirky detail, this father and son jaunt is satisfyingly silly
Topsy-turvy: how Mr Men got mashed up with Doctor Who
Adam Hargreaves, son of Mr Men creator Roger, discusses the latest expansion of the cartoon universe – into the realm of the Timelord
My Very Own Space by Pippa Goodhart review – a fun bunny tale
This action-packed story of a rabbit craving his own space will resonate with children wanting a bit of hush
Peppa Pig: a pink, snouty enemy of the Chinese state
China has reportedly restricted the publication of foreign children’s picture books – including the world’s foremost propagandist for muddy puddles
On the prowl: inside the home of the author of The Tiger Who Came To Tea
Judith Kerr’s home hasn’t changed since she featured it in her classic children’s book. Here, she talks about her favourite furniture, her family, and why she’s still working at 93
The Everywhere Bear by Julia Donaldson and Rebecca Cobb review – a tender tale
The bond between schoolchildren and their teachers is lovingly explored in this story of a boy who loses the class bear
‘People wanted to meet me and the donkey’: my role in a bestselling children’s book
Susanne Schäfer-Limmer recalls finding a donkey on Rhodes, and how her father turned the story into a simple tale
Moomintroll, Thingumy and Bob: welcome to the Moomins
A new exhibition pays homage to the placid beasts of Tove Jansson’s imagination
Move over, Snowman! Let’s have a cuddly Christmas with Bear Hunt instead
It’s sold millions and won awards. Now We’re Going on a Bear Hunt is being turned into a festive film. Not bad for a story Michael Rosen didn’t want to write
Picture books for children reviews – something to chirp about
A classic song leaps from the page while a baby bunny throws a monster tantrum… the pick of the titles for younger readers
Curious George loses his home: world’s only store to be closed down
New building owners plan to replace Massachusetts store dedicated to playful fictional monkey with a stairwell, as customers and enthusiasts push back