Books for children who love The Snail and The Whale

Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

Based on the bestselling story, The Snail and the Whale Sticker Book will make an excellent gift for young fans of the original picture book. With over 400 stickers, plus lots of activities and ideas featuring the tiny snail and the great big whale, this activity book is sure to keep little hands occupied for hours. Find more great sticker and activity books for kids here.

Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

This activity book is packed with craft and activity ideas based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s original story, most of which can be made with items you’ve probably got at home already. Make an erupting tropical volcano, an underwater world or a penguin pencil pot, all inspired by the snail and whale’s journey through the seas. These kids craft ideas are perfect for keeping children of all ages entertained on a rainy day!

Illustrated by Lydia Monks

Head to the seaside with another best-loved Julia Donaldson character – a crime-fighting little ladybird! Join a cast of sea creatures, which are beautifully illustrated by Lydia Monks, as the little ladybird works to foil a dastardly plot to steal the magical mermaid’s long, luscious hair. With fun rhymes and sea creatures galore, this picture book will become a firm favourite in any household.

Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

Pack a picnic and spend a day at the coast with this fun nature activity book inspired by the story of The Snail and the Whale. The book’s nature trail encourages children to learn about the flora and fauna they can find at the seaside, with all of the activities linked to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) of the British school curriculum. There are lots of ideas for seaside themed activities that can be done at home too!

Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

This modern classic (which celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2019!) is the tale of an unlikely friendship between a mouse and a monster. If your little one is a fan of The Snail and the Whale, a copy of this special edition of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s best-loved rhyming story needs to be on their bookshelf.

Illustrated by Lydia Monks

Dive into the deep sea and meet the Singing Mermaid in this illustrated tale by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. With Julia’s trademark rhyming verse, Lydia’s bright, bold illustrations and glitter on every page, this story of a captive mermaid who longs to get back to the freedom of the ocean again will be loved by kids and parents alike.

Illustrated by Axel Scheffler

A celebration of the joy of reading, Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book is a story about how anyone can find magic within the pages of a book. With Julia Donaldson’s trademark rhyming verse and Axel Scheffler’s illustrations, fans of The Snail and the Whale will love embarking on an adventure with Charlie Cook as he comes across aliens, frogs, monarchs and even Goldilocks!