
Titles in This Set
That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown
Emily Brown and the Thing
The Elephant Emergency
Cheer Up Your Teddy, Emily Brown
Emily Brown and Father Christmas
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Orchard Books
Age Range: Ages 3-7 (Preschool-Grade 2)
Overview
The Emily Brown collection gathers five much-loved picture books from author Cressida Cowell and illustrator Neal Layton, following a spirited little girl and her battered toy rabbit, Stanley, through everyday adventures. Each story pairs warm, funny storytelling with lively illustrations that celebrate imagination, loyalty, and kindness. Written for ages 3-7 (Preschool through Grade 2), these sturdy paperbacks are ideal for bedtime reading, classroom story time, or a child's very first solo reading experience, and they hold up beautifully to the kind of repeat readings families return to again and again, year after year.
About the Books
Across this set, Emily Brown and her constant companion Stanley navigate a string of gently funny, emotionally honest adventures that resonate with young children. In That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown, a well-meaning but misguided Queen tries to take Stanley away, prompting a story about ownership and standing up for what matters. Emily Brown and the Thing introduces a mysterious noisy visitor that turns out to need comfort rather than fear, encouraging empathy over alarm. The Elephant Emergency finds Emily helping a worried elephant, showcasing resourcefulness and calm problem-solving. Cheer Up Your Teddy, Emily Brown centers on comforting a sad toy, gently modeling emotional awareness. Emily Brown and Father Christmas brings festive charm to the set, with Emily's practical, big-hearted nature shining through a seasonal encounter. Cowell's storytelling voice is dry, warm, and full of childlike logic, while Layton's expressive, scribbly illustrations give Emily and Stanley real personality on every page. Together, the five books form a well-loved shelf of stories that spark conversation about feelings and fairness, introducing children to a spirited heroine who solves problems with heart rather than magic.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
That Rabbit Belongs to Emily Brown — The Queen tries to claim Emily's toy rabbit Stanley, so Emily sets off to bring him home.
Emily Brown and the Thing — A strange, noisy "Thing" disturbs Emily's routine until she discovers it simply needs comfort.
The Elephant Emergency — Emily helps a distressed elephant, showing resourcefulness and a cool head under pressure.
Cheer Up Your Teddy, Emily Brown — Emily comforts a friend's sad teddy bear, gently modeling empathy.
Emily Brown and Father Christmas — A festive tale where Emily's practical, generous spirit shines through.
About the Authors
Cressida Cowell is a British author and illustrator best known for the bestselling How to Train Your Dragon series, and she also writes the much-loved Emily Brown picture books. Her stories are celebrated for their humor, warmth, and distinctive child's-eye logic. Neal Layton is an acclaimed British illustrator whose loose, expressive artwork brings Emily Brown and her battered toy rabbit Stanley to life with energy and charm on every page. Together, Cowell and Layton have created a picture book heroine loved by families everywhere for her spirited, big-hearted approach to everyday problems.
Why You'll Love This Collection
Warm, funny, and full of heart, this five-book Emily Brown set is a wonderful gift for a birthday, holiday season, or new baby shower, and a sturdy addition to any classroom library. Kids will adore Emily's spirit; parents will love a set built for repeat bedtime reading.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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