Here We Are by Oliver Jeffers review – a heartfelt hug of a story

Jeffers’s first nonfiction book is a witty, tender introduction to the world for his newborn son

The story that helps children speak out about abuse

Book and animation aim to help children identify the difference between good and troublesome secrets

Dogging and side-boobs – are children’s books really bulging with filth?

The authors of Biff, Chip and Kipper are accused of slipping something rude in. Pugwash and Pooh have withstood similar blows. Let’s get to the bottom of this, writes Observer columnist Stephanie Merritt

On a Magical Do-Nothing Day by Beatrice Alemagna review – alive to the power of nature

A ramble in the woods proves transformative in this award-winning celebratory tale

Claire Zorn’s grief-and-surfing story wins children’s book of the year award

One Would Think the Deep triumphs in category for older readers, with Go Home, Cheeky Animals! winning early childhood prize in CBCA prizes

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