Norman was a perfectly normal boy, until the day he grew an extraordinary pair of wings. Swooping high into the sky turned out to be, naturally, the MOST FUN EVER, and for a while life was joyous and … [Read more...]
The Little Parachutes picture book library
Browse the subject categories below to find a book to match your child's worries, issues, problems and milestones.
Picture books that encourage positive behaviour
Promoting thoughtful actions and good manners, and encouraging children to share and to help others.
Books about big issues and milestones
Books about significant and important subjects, situations and landmarks in a child's life
Books about childhood experiences
Contains significant and important subjects, issues and landmarks
Books about worries, feelings, phobias & fears
Books that help children deal with difficult emotions. Some titles comfort frightened or anxious children.
Books about illness, disabilities & health
Covering medical subjects, including mental and physical disabilities, illnesses and visits to doctors, dentists and hospitals.
Books about positive qualities
Books that promote emotional intelligence such as kindness, resilience, courage, confidence and gratitude.
Odd Dog Out
The story is set in a bustling city full of Daschunds, who all look the same and act the same, at work and at play. All except one, our protagonist and hero, who 'dances to a different beat'. She … [Read more...]
Can You Make Me Better?
This story is about a little girl called Rosie with a heart problem who has to go into hospital for a major operation. The story begins as she arrives in hospital and is checked by a doctor (who … [Read more...]
Rosie Rudey and the very Annoying Parent
The story of Rosie has been written in simple language that young children will understand. It is a literal tale of a child struggling with emotional and behavioural issues as she adapts to living … [Read more...]
A Safe Place for Rufus
The story is told in a simple way that is suitable for young children. Rufus the cat clearly represents a child who has had a difficult past with a previous family. Rufus loves curling up on his … [Read more...]
George Goes on a Plane
George is going to Spain with his mum (and his teddy bear) to see his Uncle Teddy. It is his first time on a plane. George (who narrates the story in very simple and minimal language) describes check … [Read more...]
Small Elephant’s Bathtime
Written in minimal, toddler-friendly language. Small Elephant doesn't like baths. Mummy tries to tempt him into the tub with lots of toys and bubbles, but he stubbornly refuses and gets increasingly … [Read more...]
What Happened to Daddy’s Body?
This is a story told by Alex, whose daddy died suddenly when he was three. Alex often thinks about Daddy, and sometimes he asks questions, which his Mummy always tries to answer honestly. Alex asks … [Read more...]
Mummy’s Home!
The story, written in rhythmic verse, describes a mother who must leave her family to go and work away. It covers the preparations for her departure, the time she is away, and her home-coming. … [Read more...]
Hudson Hates School
Hudson hates school, especially spelling tests. He struggles with them and has convinced himself he is 'stupid'. His classmates laugh at him and taunt him for not being able to spell, and his teacher … [Read more...]
Is Daddy Coming Back in a Minute?
This story is all told in Alex’s own words, and accompanied by eye-catching and colourful illustrations to match the emotions of the page. Alex tells us that he is three, and that he’s about to go … [Read more...]
Will You Be My Friend?
“Will You Be My Friend?” is a reference book packed with colourful illustrations. It is a comprehensive guide to friendship, incorporating many of the ups and down involved in childhood relationships. … [Read more...]
Worm, Slug, Maggot and Leech and their Troublesome Transformation!
Set in mini-beast land, we're introduced to Worm, Slug, Maggot and Leech. Despite leading adventurous lives, they're not satisfied. They're all 'down' about their appearance: too ugly, plain, round or … [Read more...]
Tigger and Jasper’s New Home
Tigger and Jasper are two little kittens living on a noisy farm. They wait patiently to find a forever home, just like their brothers and sisters have. One day, they are collected by a man in a … [Read more...]
Minnie & Max are OK!
Minnie and her dog Max enjoy playing together. They never sit still! After school, when Grandma and Max pick her up, Minnie usually greets Max as he jumps up, saying “Relax Max!”, and she tickles him … [Read more...]
We’re All Wonders
This book tells the story of Auggie, a boy with only one eye, from his own point of view. Auggie knows he is different – he doesn’t explain how, but the illustrations fill us in. Yet he also knows … [Read more...]
Edie
Edie thinks she is very good at helping, and in this book, she tells the reader exactly how she does it, with illustrations showing cleverly how her family feels about her “help”. First thing in the … [Read more...]
I Don’t Want Curly Hair!
This is a quirky and amusing rhyming story about a little girl who doesn’t like her curly hair. She tells the reader all about the reasons she finds her hair silly and annoying: it’s knotty, … [Read more...]
Nurse Ted
Nurse Ted works at the hospital, and enjoys helping people to feel better if they are unwell - people like Ben's mum, who, as Nurse Ted explains, has been starting to feel poorly. Nurse Ted talks us … [Read more...]
“Oh, No,” said Elephant
Elephant and his (smaller) friends are playing together, but Elephant is struggling to keep up with the others. First, the friends try hide-and-seek. Elephant is too big, so he can't hide easily. "Oh, … [Read more...]
Be a Friend
Dennis is an ordinary boy, but he has unusual ways of expressing himself. His nickname is Mime Boy, because he doesn't speak - he only mimes. When other children show and tell at school, Dennis mimes … [Read more...]
Monster in the Hood
Three friends (Sammi Squirrel, Henri Hedgehog and Marvin Mouse) have all heard about the “Monster in the Hood”, and how scary it is. They want to see the monster for themselves, and set out to find … [Read more...]
On The Wings Of A Butterfly
On The Wings of a Butterfly discusses feelings that a child may encounter when a loved one passes away, and normalises them. The child is encouraged to remember the deceased through memories and … [Read more...]
Put Away Your Phone!
Emma is a little girl who struggles to get her parents’ attention, because they always seem to be using their phones. She gets frustrated, and wants to shout. During a day out at the zoo, Emma … [Read more...]
Little Home Bird
Little Bird loves his home. He is happy there, and has all of his favourite things around him. But when the weather changes, his brother tells him it is time to move on, and they must go to their … [Read more...]
The Tigon and the Liger
Tyler is a tigon. His dad is was a tiger, and his mum was a lion. But Tyler feels isolated by the other, more conventional big cats. He’s not like them, and they want nothing to do with him. Feeling … [Read more...]
The Wolf Who Cried Boy!
On the outskirts of a village, there lives a pack of wolves. The villagers fear the wolves, and don’t go near them. In fact, if a wolf is ever spotted, the villagers’ children are encouraged to scream … [Read more...]
Odd Bods
The story, written in rhyme, runs through an alphabetical list of children and their whimsical quirks and behaviour: Hermione howls at the moon, Quentin moves objects with his mind and Xena has a … [Read more...]
Cry Heart, But Never Break
Four children live with their grandmother. One night, a black-cloaked stranger arrives at the door: it is Death. The children know that he has come for their beloved grandmother, who lies in her bed … [Read more...]
Prince Preemie: A Tale of a Tiny Puppy Who Arrives Early
We are introduced to a king and queen, a happy royal dog couple, who are expecting their first child. They are naturally very excited and expectant, and cannot wait for Prince Puppy, as they have … [Read more...]
Introducing Teddy
Errol and Thomas the teddy bear are inseparable friends who play together every day. Errol notices that something is troubling his bear friend. Thomas is concerned that if he confides in Errol he … [Read more...]
Space Alien at Planet Dad
Jake has a blast every Saturday at 'Planet Dad'. His father's undivided attention means there's plenty of time for building space stations, laser-bean fights, intergalactic missions and fun meals … [Read more...]
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