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Discover the Magic of the Pond!
Four Colourful Adventures for Young Readers
Dive into the wonderful world of The Miraculous, Spectaculous Courtyard Pond, where fish, frogs, turtles and a host of unforgettable characters come together in four delightful, beautifully illustrated children's books.
Bursting with colour, humour, friendship and adventure, these enchanting stories introduce young readers to a magical underwater world where anything can happen!
Meet Sir Filbert Frogmore, Sir Terrence Testudine and their extraordinary pond friends as they discover the importance of kindness, courage, forgiveness and working together.
And there's music too! Each book features original songs that children can enjoy in our free Kids Corner, along with exciting activities and a complete audio adventure of Book One.
Four books. A world of wonderful characters. Endless adventures!
Perfect for children aged 5-10 and families who love sharing stories together.
Book One – The Miraculous, Spectaculous Courtyard Pond
Welcome to a pond where extraordinary adventures begin!
Deep beneath the sparkling waters of a magical courtyard pond lives a wonderful community of colourful fish, friendly frogs, wise turtles and some rather mischievous characters!
Meet the charming Sir Filbert Frogmore, the distinguished Sir Terrence Testudine, and a delightful collection of pond residents whose lives are filled with laughter, surprises and unexpected adventures.
But not everyone in the pond behaves kindly! When bullying and mischief threaten the peace, the pond's inhabitants discover that friendship, courage and forgiveness can make all the difference.
Bursting with vibrant illustrations, lovable characters and original songs, this enchanting adventure introduces young readers to a world where kindness matters and even the most unlikely friendships can blossom.
And the magic doesn't stop when the book closes! Children can visit our free Kids Corner to enjoy the songs, explore fun activities and listen to the complete audiobook of this first adventure.
A delightful illustrated story for children aged 5–10, perfect for bedtime reading and sharing together.
Book Two – The Miraculous, Spectaculous Courtyard Pond
More Mischief, More Music and More Magical Pond Adventures!
The adventures continue in the wonderful world of the Courtyard Pond, where trouble is bubbling beneath the surface and there's never a dull moment!
Sir Filbert Frogmore and Sir Terrence Testudine have their hands full when Lord Koi and his determined followers demand more room in the pond. With the Frog Fellowship refusing to give way, tempers begin to rise! Can the wise Sir Terrence find a peaceful solution before things get completely out of hand?
Meanwhile, Gilford, Vernon, Buster and Conrad set off on a daring adventure into the mysterious Crooked Croaklands to rescue their friends from danger.
Back in the pond, the spirited Mrs Googlyeyes is busy stirring up excitement, while the colourful residents of the underwater villages find themselves caught up in all sorts of hilarious happenings!
Filled with delightful illustrations, unforgettable characters, laughter and original songs, this second adventure celebrates friendship, courage, kindness and the importance of working together, even when everyone has different ideas.
And there's more fun waiting in our free Kids Corner! Children can sing along with their favourite pond characters and enjoy a wonderful collection of activities inspired by the books.
A colourful, musical adventure for children aged 5-10, perfect for sharing with the whole family.
Book Three – The Miraculous, Spectaculous Courtyard Pond
A Brand-New Waterworld and a Sky Full of Trouble!
Big changes are coming to the Courtyard Pond! A wonderful new Waterworld has appeared, bringing exciting possibilities, new adventures and a whole lot of trouble for its colourful inhabitants!
But who gets to live in this enormous new pond? Lord Koi has some very grand ideas, and not everyone agrees with him! Sir Filbert Frogmore and Sir Terrence Testudine must once again help their friends find a way to live together peacefully.
Just when things seem to be settling down, a noisy flock of starlings swoop in from the skies! Led by the bossy Stanley Starling, these cheeky birds have decided that the new Waterworld should belong to them!
It's time to call in some feathered friends!
Meet the lovable Aussie eagles, Ernie Eagle and Bert Eagleton, who join forces with the Wise Council of Owls and their raven friends to protect the pond. With plenty of flapping wings, daring adventures and hilarious surprises, an unforgettable showdown is about to begin!
Can the pond's creatures put aside their differences and work together to save their wonderful home?
Bursting with colourful illustrations, delightful characters, laughter and original songs, this third adventure celebrates friendship, bravery, teamwork and the importance of sharing our world with others.
And the adventures don't end with the book! Visit our free Kids Corner for wonderful songs, exciting activities and more fun with your favourite pond characters.
A delightful illustrated adventure for children aged 5-10, filled with laughter, music and heartwarming moments.
Book Four – The Miraculous, Spectaculous Courtyard Pond
A Great Big Adventure and a Pond Full of Surprises!
The final adventure in the wonderful Courtyard Pond series is here, and there's more excitement, mischief and mayhem than ever before!
A magnificent new Waterworld has been discovered, but not everyone agrees about who should live there! Lord Koi has some very big plans, while Sir Filbert Frogmore and Sir Terrence Testudine are determined to keep the peace and make sure everyone has a place to call home.
But trouble is swimming their way!
From distant waters comes a fearsome group of Pikeminnows, led by the mighty Lord Pikelton! These determined newcomers have plans of their own, and soon the entire pond is in an uproar. Can the pond's colourful inhabitants forget their differences and join forces to protect their wonderful home?
Meanwhile, high above the water, Queen Bea has her own problems with a swarm of rather unhappy worker bees, while the birds are squabbling over their favourite places to perch!
And right in the middle of all the excitement is our lovable Gilford Wigglefin, whose adventures remind everyone that even the smallest creature can make a very big difference.
With daring escapades, hilarious characters, unexpected friendships and a spectacular celebration, this final adventure brings the wonderful world of the Courtyard Pond together in a heartwarming finale!
Bursting with beautiful illustrations, laughter and original songs, Book Four celebrates courage, kindness, forgiveness and the wonderful things that happen when we learn to work together.
And there's even more pond magic to enjoy! Visit our free Kids Corner for delightful songs, exciting activities and plenty of fun with your favourite characters.
A colourful and entertaining illustrated adventure for children aged 5-10, perfect for sharing with the whole family.