When Alfie rushes home first from a shopping trip and accidentally locks himself inside, the whole neighbourhood becomes involved in finding a way to get the door open.

Alfie is delighted to be invited to Bernard's birthday party, but he feels a bit nervous about going on his own.

Originally published: London: Bodley Head, 2007.

Splish, splash, splosh! Alfie has new yellow boots that are perfect for walking through puddles and stamping in mud. There's something not quite right about them, though - they're making Alfie's feet turn outwards... Join Alfie as he works out what's wrong with his boots in this wonderfully splashy adventure. This classic story from twice Kate Greenaway medal-winning author and illustrator Shirley Hughes includes an enchanting read-along CD. More Alfie stories: Alfie Gets In First * Alfie Gives a Hand * An Evening at Alfie's * Alfie and the Birthday Surprise * Alfie Wins a Prize * Alfie and the Big Boys Story Book and CD An Alfie Classic read by Roger Allam

Meet Alfie, an ordinary little boy, and his family, friends, neighbours and pets.

Originally published: London: Bodley Head, 1997.