Helen Oxenbury

Helen Oxenbury

  • 4 stars across 48 books
Helen Oxenbury Biography
Helen Oxenbury is one of the world's most popular children's picture book illustrators. Her work includes the bestselling classic We're Going On A Bear Hunt and Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. She is a two-time winner and four-time runner up for the annual Kate Greenaway Medal, the British librarians' award for illustration.

Helen Oxenbury Facts
Born on 2 June 1938, Helen Oxenbury was raised in Ipswich where she developed a love for drawing from a very early age. She attended the Ipswich School of Art before studying Theatre Design at the Central School of Art in London. Prior to becoming a children's book illustrator, Helen had a career working in theatre, film and television.

Our favourite Helen Oxenbury Book Characters
Jack - from Captain Jack and the Pirates
Rabbit - from The Giant Jumperee
Charley - from Charley's First Night

Our favourite Helen Oxenbury Book Quotes
"We're going on a bear hunt, we're going to catch a big one. What a beautiful day. We're not scared" (We're Going On A Bear Hunt)

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3rd January 2019

We're Going on a Bear Hunt

Celebrate 30 wonderful years of We're Going on a Bear Hunt in this special anniversary edition of the much-loved family ... MoreWe're Going on a Bear Hunt

(303 reviews) Review
2nd August 2018

All Fall Down: A First Book for Babies

Join in the fun of singing and bouncing in this bright and cheerful board book.The babies are back in this beautifully i... MoreAll Fall Down: A First Book for Babies

(4 reviews) Review
3rd May 2018

Say Goodnight: A First Book for Babies

Sweet, cuddly, delightful babies - but it's time for these little babies to go to bed!The much-loved and cherished babie... MoreSay Goodnight: A First Book for Babies

(3 reviews) Review
2nd August 2018

Tickle, Tickle: A First Book for Babies

Enjoy this bright and beautiful book and join in the fun of tickling!The much-loved and cherished babies are back in the... MoreTickle, Tickle: A First Book for Babies

(3 reviews) Review
2nd August 2010

It's My Birthday

A simple, scrumptious birthday story from beloved author-illustrator, Helen Oxenbury."It’s my birthday and I’m going to ... MoreIt's My Birthday

(2 reviews) Review
25th February 2015

Friends

A new tale of friendship from Eric Carle, author of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Once there were two friends who were alw... MoreFriends

(1 review) Review
7th February 2013

The Dancing Class

The reissue of a classic first storybook to celebrate Helen Oxenbury's work. A little girl is taken to her firs... MoreThe Dancing Class

(1 review) Review
7th February 2013

Eating Out

The reissue of a classic first storybook to celebrate Helen Oxenbury's work. Mum is too tired to cook so Dad of... MoreEating Out

(1 review) Review
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  • Eating Out

    Eating Out

    by Jrh

    Eating Out is a very old feeling book and I don't think it's in a good way. The story shows a family eating a meal out after the mum doesn't feel like...

  • We're Going on a Bear Hunt

    We're Going on a Bear Hunt

    Beautiful family story all about a family adventure. My children loved the repetition in the story and trying to remember which part came next. ...

  • We're Going on a Bear Hunt

    We're Going on a Bear Hunt

    by Nell-D

    I loved it. I liked the end because they hid in the covers and there was lots of people on the bed so I am surprised it didn’t break.It was scary but ...