Children’s books

Light-fingered Larry, by Jan Fearnley (Egmont; €8.80)

Nothing is safe from him. If other creatures turn their heads for a second, their goods are nicked — from Captain Rosie’s washing, to Boz the Beaver’s precious tools, and, worst of all, Kiki’s Kool Cupcakes.

Her screams jumpstart everyone to catch the slithery thief. And they do. But for how long? Loudly colourful and full of fun, this is an hilarious book to share with age three and upwards.