1. The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle (Puffin, £5.99)Not many children’s books achieve worldwide sales that would humble a U2 album, but Eric Carle’s classic picture book about a caterpillar munching his way to becoming a beautiful butterfly

51. Mister Magnolia by Quentin Blake Red Fox, £5.99Dahl illustrator Quentin Blake has written some wonderful books for small children. Mister Magnolia is a poetic joy in which our hero possesses lots of wonderful objects, animals and even two

Snug as a bug with these ladybird durable, child friendly suede boots £80 by Emu Australia

Isossy Children's mission statement is 'global clothing for kids', reflecting the diversity and vibrancy of the modern world. Their website presents a gallery of collections, which are elegant, playful and a little bit off-centre. The Kids Zone tool

Coppery tones, burnt orange and peach hues... the autumnal All for Children collection from H&M is certainly heart warming. In support of the All for Children initiative from UNICEF, to get children out of working in the cotton industry and back

Roksanda Ilincic' T-shirt designChildren in Need is renowned for its collaborations with celebrities and to get the ball rolling this year, the familiar faces that make up the Designers at Debenhams collection have created a range of charity

This week a new website aimed at giving tips on building a children’s fashion brand has been launched. The website called Children’s Fashion Marketing, delivers key information on markets, how to get a sales agent, manufacturing, plus a directory

The Italian label Gucci, better known for making collections inspired by sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll are launching a children’s book. The book, titled ‘A Snowman in Africa’, will support the charity UNICEF. Fridda Gianni, Gucci’s creative director

Children’s fashion fairs will be taking place throughout the summer, the first of which were Pitti Bimbo and Bubble London both last week.The third show is Playtime, which will take place in Paris, at the Parc de Flora, 4th- 6th July. The fair

The High street shop Jigsaw have decided to end their children's clothing line, Jigsaw Junior. Sales will continue for spring/summer, but customers will not see any further offerings for the Autumn/Winter period.