Children & Teen Fiction Books
HarperCollins Publishers The Penalty
Book SynopsisLucas is the best in his football team at taking penalties. He never misses ever. But one day that all changes and Lucas has to learn to deal with his mistake, finding a way of building up his confidence once again This thought-provoking story was written by Tom Palmer.Collins Big Cat Progress books are specifically designed for children at Key Stage 2 who have a Key Stage 1 reading level, giving them age-appropriate texts that they can read, building their confidence and fostering positive attitudes towards reading.Text type: A story with a familiar settingCurriculum links: Citizenship, P.E.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£9.53
HarperCollins Publishers Zog and Zebra
Book SynopsisZog is an alien and Zebra lives on Earth, but what happens when these two become friends and encounter a dangerous creature? This fun, decodable story is written by Mal Peet and Elspeth Graham and fantastically illustrated by Sarah Horne.Yellow/Band 3 books offer varied sentence structure and natural languageText type: A fantasy storyPages 1415 provide an opportunity for children to recap the story.Curriculum links: PSHEThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£8.36
HarperCollins Publishers A Day Out
Book SynopsisThe little bird is safe in its cage, but will it survive the outside world when it escapes? This sweet, decodable story is written and superbly illustrated by Petr Horácek.Blue/Band 4 books offer longer, repeated patterns with sequential events and integrated literary and natural language.Text type: A story with a familiar setting.Pages 1415 provide an opportunity for children to recap the story.Curriculum links: geography, science, PSHE.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£8.36
HarperCollins Publishers PAT THE RAT
Book SynopsisStan and Pam are dinosaurs who are overjoyed when they are given a pet rat called Pat. However, when Pat goes missing, Stan and Pam look everywhere and end up enlisting the help of some friends to find her. This fun story is written by Honor Head and illustrated by Julian Mosedale.Red A/Band 2A books offer predictable text with familiar objects and actions, combined with simple story development.Text type: A simple story with a familiar settingPages 1415 provide an opportunity for children to recap the story.Curriculum links: Personal, Social and Emotional Development; P.S.H.E.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£7.89
HarperCollins Publishers RATS WISHING HAT
Book SynopsisRat has a magic wishing hat and let's his friends have a wish, but it all goes terribly wrong when they all want a second wish. This fun, decodable story is beautifully written and illustrated by Laura Hambleton.Red B/Band 2B books offer simple but varied text with familiar objects and actions, combined with simple story development and a satisfying conclusion.Text type: A story with a predictable structure and patterned language.Pages 1415 provide an opportunity for children to recap the story.Curriculum links: PSHE.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£7.89
HarperCollins Publishers The Ugly Duckling
Book SynopsisFollow the ugly duckling, who is rejected by the other ducks because he doesn't look like them and doesn't fit in. Will they change their mind when he grows up and will they have a surprise in store? This lovely wordless retelling of the traditional tale has been illustrated by James Mayhew.Follow the ugly duckling who is rejected by the other ducks because he doesn't look like them and doesn't fit in. Will they change their mind when he grows up and will they have a surprise in store? This lovely wordless retelling of the traditional tale has been illustrated by James Mayhew.Lilac/Band 0 books are wordless books that tell a story through pictures and are designed to develop understanding about how stories work.A story map on pages 1415 shows what happens as the ugly duckling develops into a beautiful swan, providing a wonderful opportunity for children to recap and retell the story in their own words.Text type: A wordless traditional taleCurriculum links: Personal, social and emotio
£7.66
HarperCollins Publishers My Friend Joe
Book SynopsisA boy makes a paper plane and accidentally throws it over the wall. Little does he know that another boy called Joe lives on the other side of that wall and wants to play, too. This beautiful narrative non-fiction book about friendship is written and illustrated by award-winning illustrator Russell Ayto.A boy makes a paper plane and accidentally throws it over the wall. Little does he know that another boy called Joe lives on the other side of that wall and wants to play, too. This beautiful narrative non-fiction book about friendship is written and illustrated by award-winning illustrator Russell Ayto.Lilac/Band 0 books are wordless books that tell a story through pictures and are designed to develop understanding about how stories work.Children can follow and recap the story sequence about how the boys became friends using the story map on pages 1415.Text type: A wordless storyCurriculum links: Personal, social and emotional development
£7.66
HarperCollins Publishers The Three Little Rabbits
Book SynopsisThree young rabbits have built their homes from straw, wood and bricks. But will their houses be strong enough to stop the Big Bad Wolf from destroying them? This beautiful retelling of the traditional tale is written and illustrated by award-winning illustrator Mandy Stanley.Three young rabbits have built their homes from straw, wood and bricks. But will their houses be strong enough to stop the Big Bad Wolf from destroying them? This beautiful retelling of the traditional tale is written and illustrated by award-winning illustrator Mandy Stanley.Pink B/Band 1B books offer simple, predictable text with familiar objects and actionsChildren can recap the journey of the three rabbits and the big bad wolf using the story map on pages 1415.Text type: A retelling of a traditional taleCurriculum links: Personal, social and emotional development
£7.89
HarperCollins Publishers Its Great To Be Small
Book SynopsisEbba the baby elephant doesn't like being the smallest elephant in her group. When she meets Tiny the mouse, though, Ebba realises that it's not how big you are on the outside that matters! A beautifully illustrated story by well-known children's book author Jane Simmons.Ebba the baby elephant doesn't like being the smallest elephant in her group. When she meets Tiny the mouse, though, Ebba realises that it's not how big you are on the outside that matters! A beautifully illustrated story by well-known children's book author Jane Simmons.Blue/Band 4 books offer longer, repeated patterns with sequential events and integrated literary and natural language.Children can recap things in the story that Ebba was scared of using the story map on pages 1415.Text type: A story with a familiar settingCurriculum links: Citizenship: Personal, Social and Emotional Development
£8.36
HarperCollins Publishers Supercat vs the Pesky Pirate
Book SynopsisEverybody's favourite all-action cat is back in the third instalment of the hilarious cat-superhero series, from award-winning author and queen of comedy, Jeanne Willis.When all the grown-ups disappear from the family funfair Supercat and his sidekick James suspect the evil Count Backwards is behind it. The crime-fighting duo track the count to his underwater headquarters but can they sneak on board a submarine and save the day or will they end up as fish food?Trade ReviewReader reviews of Supercat books (from Love Reading): “5 STARS… a mind-blowing adventure… really exciting. In fact I was unable to put it down!” Nicole, aged 8 “I loved this book… it was funny.” Rebekah, aged 11 “An amazing story” Ophelia, aged 7 “10/10 because it’s funny!” Daniel, aged 6 “This book is the best book I’ve read this year” Mustafa, aged 10 “I think James and Supercat make a great team. I can’t wait to read their next adventure…” Faye, aged 8 “An absolutely brilliant book and [I] just can’t wait for the next one to come out” George, aged 7
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Tear Jar
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelCollins Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 411 edited by Cliff Moon. Top children''s authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that your children will love to read, banded to help you choose the right book for every child. Practical ideas for guided reading are included at the back of each book.Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books.Text type:Curriculum links:
£10.92
HarperCollins Publishers The Maleficent Seven From the World of
Book SynopsisA brilliant, hilarious one-off novel in the Skulduggery Pleasant universe, from number-one-bestselling author Derek Landy now in paperback.This time, the bad guys take the stage.Tanith Low, now possessed by a remnant, recruits a gang of villains many of whom will be familiar from previous Skulduggery adventures in order to track down and steal the four God-Killer level weapons that could hurt Darquesse when she eventually emerges. Also on the trail of the weapons is a secret group of Sanctuary sorcerers, and doing his best to keep up and keep Tanith alive is one Mister Ghastly Bespoke.When the villains around her are lying and scheming and plotting, Tanith needs to stay two steps ahead of her teammates and her enemies. After all, she''s got her own double-crosses to plan and she's a villain herselfTrade Review“Tanith is more kick-ass than a box set of Buffy” – Bookzone4Boys PRAISE FOR THE SKULDUGGERY PLEASANT SERIES: “This is a writer at the height of his powers and Landy is getting better with every book… Whatever your age, read them and enjoy the ride.” – Irish Independent “Fast and funny” – The Times “A fast evolving plot and a great mix of scariness and humour” 5 star review – Sunday Express
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Boy Meets Boy A YA story of friendship and love
Book SynopsisThe unforgettable debut novel by co-author with John Green of Will Grayson, Will Grayson.To be together with someone for twenty years seems like an eternity. I can't seem to manage twenty daysHow do you stay together?Paul has been gay his whole life and he's confident about almost everything. He doesn't have to hide his feelings like best friend Tony or even cope with loving the wrong guy like his other best friend Joni.But heartbreak can happen to anyone. Falling in love changes everything.Trade Review“Intimate, feel-good and quick-fire” Guardian “Funny and clever and touching” Telegraph “This is gay life, not as we know it, but as we wish it was when we were 15.” Time Out “Levithan has created a scrumptious new sub-genre; teen literature where sexuality isn’t treated as a problem and isn’t a coming out story. An immensely likeable read.” Gay Times
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Are We There Yet Two brothers get to know each
Book SynopsisSometimes your destination is not where you arriveA gorgeously thoughtful novel by the co-author with John Green of Will Grayson, Will Grayson'Danny isn't used to having something in common with Elijah, however slight. Their last name is the rope that ties them together.Danny and Elijah's lives could not be more different. But a journey together sweeps them up in the romance, wonder and breathtaking beauty of Italy. And falling in love opens their eyes to the distance that's grown between them.Can one girl remind them of what it means to be brothers?Trade Review"Admirably manages to combine wit and wisdom." Irish Times "A stylish, absorbing novel." Books for Keeps "An edgy, addictive page-turner of a book." Mizz Praise for BOY MEETS BOY: “Intimate, feel-good and quick-fire” Guardian “Funny and clever and touching” Telegraph
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Little Elfs Christmas Surprise A funny and
Book SynopsisA festive picture book complete with calamity, chaos and one very loveable little elf!It's Christmas Eve and Little Elf is thrilled to join the other elves in Santa's workshop for the first year ever. And he's even more excited to read out the very last letter to Santa, but all it takes is one little slip on the slidey ice and Little Elf drops the letter!He has no idea what the child wants for Christmas, and it's only a few hours until Christmas morningAn accident-filled chase ensues, but will Little Elf be able to catch the letter and grant the last child's wish before it's too late?
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Worlds Explode Book 2 Darkmouth
Book SynopsisThe second book in the monstrously funny and action-packed new series: Darkmouth. It's going to be legendary.The adventures of the most unfortunate Legend Hunter ever to don fighting armour and pick up a Dessicator continueOn a list of things Finn never thought he''d wish for, a gateway bursting open in Darkmouth was right up there. But that''s about his only hope for finding his missing father. He''s searched for a map, he''s followed Steve into dead ends, but found nothing. And he''s still got homework to do.But soon Finn and Emmie must face bizarre Legends, a ravenous world and a face from the past as they go where no Legend Hunter has gone before. Or, at least, where no legend Hunter has gone before and returned with their limbs in the correct order.Trade Review“Hilarious and exciting. Terrifying and heart-stopping. Everything a great fantasy series should be. The next big thing is here.” Eoin Colfer, author of Artemis Fowl “Hegarty writes surely, unpretentiously and amusingly, drawing up beguiling characters and constructing a plot which simply skips along. Great for primary school children studying myths and legends.” The Times “Hegarty understands the importance of humour for young readers. One of the great pleasures of being scared is the release of laughter that comes afterwards, and Darkmouth is peppered with sly, gentle wit.” The Irish Times “Believe the hype. The relationship between the young hero and his father is touching and real. There are touches of Ghostbusters, along with some Bond-like gadgets, plus a rather Dickensian setting (the mist-swirling town of Darkmouth). A stunning fantasy adventure.” Sarah Webb
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Strawberry Crush
Book SynopsisA brand new story of crushes, first love and friendship from the original Queen of Tween Jean Ure!When Maya falls off her bike and into the arms of Jake Harper, her cousin Mattie thinks the crush that follows will be as short-lived as the rest especially as Maya is a Year 8 nobody and Jake is a Year 12 god. Mattie's pretty sure that Jake''s taken, anyway.But if Jake's got a girlfriend then why does he keep offering Maya lifts around town? And why does Maya accuse Mattie of being jealous of her? Perhaps there's more to this crush than meets the eyeTrade Review"Jean Ure’s books are funny, funky, feisty – and fantastic reads!" Jacqueline Wilson Praise for Hunky Dory "More infectious humour from Jean Ure."Waterstone's Books Quarterly Praise for Gone Missing "Fans of Jean Ure and new readers alike will love this fast-paced, action driven new novel." INIS "Heartwarming stuff." CY Magazine ‘Jean Ure does that girl thing like no one else.’ Graham Marks, Publishing News Praise for Passion Flower:‘A funny and realistic read – we loved it.’ Mizz Praise for Pumpkin Pie:‘The heroine I've been waiting for.' Times Praise for Shrinking Violet:‘Grown-ups love Bridget Jones’ Diary, but youngsters will adore Violet Alexander’s.’ Liverpool Echo‘Excellent for any nine-up and will almost certainly lead to an addiction to Ure.’ Observer Praise for Becky Bananas:‘The writing transcends any trace of heaviness.’Guardian
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Person Controller
Book SynopsisFrom the author of THE PARENT AGENCY comes a thrilling, funny and touching new adventure.Fred and Ellie are twins. But not identical (because that''s impossible for a boy and a girl). They do like all the same things, though. Especially video games. Which they are very good at. They aren''t that good, however, at much else like, for example, football, or dealing with the school bullies.Then, they meet the Mystery Man, who sends them a video game controller, which doesn''t look like any other controller they''ve ever seen. And it doesn''t control any of their usual games. When the twins find out what it does control, though, it seems like the answer to all their problems. And the key to all their wildest dreams. At least it seems like thatTrade Review“A perfect combination of humour, magic and a happy ending.” Charlotte Norman, Waterstones Bookseller “A real page turner… a compelling story with relatable characters and meaningful life lessons." Huffington Post Reviews for The Parent Agency: “Funny, sometimes moving, always engaging” Guardian “I love this book because it really made me laugh! The best book I’ve read since I was born!” Tom, 11, LoveReading4Kids “Exciting and funny – I didn't want to put it down!” Daisy, 10, LoveReading4Kids
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Head Over Heels
Book SynopsisMy name is Harriet Manners, and I will always be a geek.The fifth book in the bestselling, award-winning GEEK GIRL series.Harriet Manners knows almost every fact there is.She knows duck-billed platypuses don't have stomachs.She knows that fourteen squirrels were once detained as spies.She knows that both chess and snakes and ladders were invented in the same country.And for once, Harriet knows exactly how her life should go. She's got it ALL planned out. So her friends seem less than happy, Harriet is determined to Make Things Happen!If only everyone else would stick to the scriptBut is following the rules going to break hearts for GEEK GIRL?Trade Review'Harriet's comical and cringeworthy misadventures in the world of fashion are guaranteed to get you laughing.' The Week Junior ‘Genius.’ MaximumPop! 'You can't fail to like Harriet.' Parents in Touch PRAISE FOR GEEK GIRL: "Loved GEEK GIRL. Wise, funny and true, with a proper nerd heroine you're laughing with as much as at. Almost." James Henry, writer of Smack the Pony and Green Wing "A feel-good satisfying gem that will have teens smiling from cover to cover, and walking a little taller after reading" – Books for Keeps “I would highly recommend Geek Girl to anyone who likes a good laugh and enjoys a one-of-a-kind story.” Mia,Guardian Children’s Books website
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers The Island of Lost Horses
Book SynopsisTwo girls divided by time, united by their love for some very special horses – an epic Caribbean adventure!Trade ReviewPraise for ‘The Princess and the Foal’:‘The perfect gift for girls with big dreams’ The Bookseller ‘Great new book – 10/10’ Newmarket Journal ‘Younger readers will delight in this heartwarming tale’ Horse
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Slightly Annoying Elephant
Book SynopsisThe number one bestselling picture book, now available in paperbackWhat's big, blue, bossy, and turns up uninvited?A slightly annoying elephant, of course!Introducing a magnificently warm and funny picture book from two remarkable talents.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS’S FICTION: “A pleasure to read. A beguilingly funny, original and thought-provoking tale… hilarious” – Amanda Craig, The Times “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole "A triumphant mix of wit and warmth" – Telegraph Books of the Year “a new Roald Dahl” – The Times "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – The Sun PRAISE FOR TONY ROSS’S PICTURE BOOKS: “Children’s favourite Tony Ross triumphs again” – The Times “ Tony Ross is a master at capturing the humour in childhood” – Books Magazine “Hilarious and a godsend to parents” – Daily Mail “A must for any parent and child” – Guardian “Brilliant touches of characterisation and silliness” – Books for Keeps
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Calling Endgame Book 1
Book SynopsisTHE END OF THE WORLD IS COMING. PLAY NOW. OR WE ALL LOSE.After centuries waiting in secret, twelve unbroken bloodlines, armed with hidden knowledge and lethal training, are called to take humanity's fate into their handsThe first book in a game-changing new series by bestselling author, James Frey.Bryan High School, Omaha, Nebraska: Sarah stands at her graduation ceremony perfect SATs, a star athlete, her life ahead of her. Then a meteor wipes out half her school. But Sarah is not hurt and not surprised. Because she is the Player of the 233rd line the Cahokian. And she knows what this means.Endgame is here.Juliaca, Puno, Peru: Jago walks the streets after the meteor hits. There's looting and violence but he's not scared. He is the Player of the 21st line the Olmec. And he's ready.Endgame is here.China, Australia, Turkey Twelve meteors fall. Cities and people burn. The news is full of the end of the world.But Sarah, Jago and ten others are already plotting and planning for the fight.Trade Review“A unique dystopian adventure with anchors to the real world… set to become a cultural phenomenon.” ALA Booklist “The premise is engaging, in a Hunger Games-meets-National Treasure sort of way, and the diverse global cast is welcome.” Publishers Weekly
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Judith Kerr Treasury
Book SynopsisShare in the magic with five classic stories from Judith Kerr, the creator of the iconic The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat.Trade ReviewPraise for Mog:‘Since her debut in 1970, Mog has become… a national hero.’ Junior Magazine ‘A firm favourite on children's bookshelves’ The Telegraph ‘Mog is a star, she really is. I can't recommend her highly enough. Someone should give that cat a medal, or an egg for breakfast.’ The Bookbag ‘Delightful stories about the family cat with attitude.’ The Guardian Praise for Judith Kerr:‘One of the best authors a child of 3+ could encounter.’ The Times “It’s no surprise Judith’s work is still popular. It owes nothing to the vagaries of style or fashion. Her warmth and humanity are timeless.” Michael Foreman
£21.25
HarperCollins Publishers The Crocodile Under the Bed The classic
Book SynopsisA magical new classic in the making from the creator of the beloved favourite, The Tiger Who Came to Tea.Once there was a little boy called Matty, and he was very sadFrom the creator of the iconic picture books The Tiger Who Came to Tea and Mog the Forgetful Cat, comes a brand new story about joy, parties and crocodiles!Matty is sick, and very sad because he's too sick to go to the Queen's birthday party! But when he gets an unexpected visitor, it seems that Matty might not miss out after allTrade Review“Kerr is one of the best authors a child of 3+ could encounter.”The Times
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Magicians Nephew Hardback
Book SynopsisA beautiful hardback edition of The Magician's Nephew, book one in the classic series, The Chronicles of Narnia. This edition is complete with cover and colour interior art by the original illustrator, Pauline Baynes.On a daring quest to save a life, two friends are hurled into another world, where an evil sorceress seeks to enslave them. But then the lion Aslan''s song weaves itself into the fabric of a new land, a land that will be known as Narnia. And in Narnia, all things are possible.The Magician's Nephew is the first book in C.S. Lewis's The Chronicles of Narnia, a series that has become part of the canon of classic literature, drawing readers of all ages into a magical land with unforgettable characters for over sixty years.Trade Review‘The magic of C. S. Lewis’s parallel universe never fades.’ The Times
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Silver Chair Hardback
Book SynopsisA beautiful hardback edition of The Silver Chair, book six in the classic series, The Chronicles of Narnia. This edition is complete with cover and colour interior art by the original illustrator, Pauline Baynes.Quick! said Eustace. Hold hands! We mustn''t get separated! And before Jill quite knew what was happening, he had pulled her out of the door, out of the school grounds, out of England, out of our whole world into That Place.Eustace and Jill are whisked to the land of Narnia where Aslan, the great Lion, needs their help to find the missing Prince Rilian. Teaming up with Puddleglum, the Marsh Wiggle, the search takes them through some of the most dangerous underland of Narnia. Even if they attain their goal, it can only be the start of further trouble.Trade Review‘The magic of C. S. Lewis’s parallel universe never fades.’ The Times
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers The Last Battle Hardback
Book SynopsisA beautiful hardback edition of The Last Battle, book seven in the classic series, The Chronicles of Narnia. This edition is complete with cover and colour interior art by the original illustrator, Pauline Baynes.To my side, all true Narnians! Would you wait till your new masters have killed you all, one by one?It is Narnia's darkest hour. A false Aslan is commanding all Narnians to work for the cruel Calormenes and striking terror into every heart. King Tirian's only hope is to call Eustace and Jill back to Narnia in an attempt to find the true Aslan and restore peace to the land. But a mighty battle lies ahead.Trade Review‘The magic of C. S. Lewis’s parallel universe never fades.’ The Times
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers The Whispers in the Walls A Scarlet and Ivy
Book SynopsisScarlet and Ivy return to Rookwood School - in their second spine-tingling mystery adventure! Perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE.Trade ReviewPraise for the Scarlet and Ivy series:“I loved this book as it is a true page-turning, nail-biting mystery. The author has very cleverly hidden clues in the story and lets us solve the mystery as well. I read it in less than a day. It is gripping and keeps you begging for more.” Guardian.com, children’s reviews
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Royal Rap
Book SynopsisA humorous poem with one couplet on every monarch from William the Conqueror to Elizabeth the Second.Purple/ Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.Text type A poem.Curriculum links History: Pupils should be taught about events beyond living memory that are significant nationally'.A royal timeline on pages 2223, showing dates on the throne of all monarchs, allows children to place the poem in context.
£9.53
HarperCollins Publishers Gathering Blue
Book SynopsisThe fascinating sequel to THE GIVER which inspired the dystopian genre and is soon to be a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges, Katie Holmes and Taylor Swift.GATHERING BLUE is a return to the mysterious but plausible future world of THE GIVER. It tells the story of Kira, orphaned, physically flawed, and left with an uncertain future until she is summoned by the Council of GuardiansOn her quest for truth that follows, Kira makes discoveries that will change her life and world forever.Award-winning author Lois Lowry challenges readers to imagine what our world could become, how people could evolve and what could be considered valuable in this fascinating follow-up to THE GIVER.Trade ReviewPraise for THE GIVER:"The Giver, a powerful and provocative novel, is sure to keep older children reading and thinking." New York Times “Lowry is once again in top form – raising many questions while answering few, and unwinding a tale fit for the most adventurous readers." Publishers Weekly
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Railway Children
Book SynopsisHarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics.when the Green Dragon tore shrieking out of the mouth of its dark lair, which was the tunnel, all three children stood on the railing and waved their pocket-handkerchiefs without stopping to think whether they were clean handkerchiefs or the reverse.'When their father is mysteriously sent away, Roberta, Peter and Phyllis have to leave London with their mother to live in a cottage in the countryside. Finding comfort in the nearby railway station and friendship in Perks the Porter and the Station Master, the children watch every day for the passing London train. Every day they wave at the same old Gentleman on the train, not knowing that he may hold the key to their father's whereabouts.
£5.62
HarperCollins Publishers Crenshaw
Book SynopsisThe heart-warming new story about family and friendships from Newbery Medal-winner Katherine Applegate.Life is tough for ten-year-old Jackson. The landlord is often at the door, there's not much food in the fridge and he's worried that any day now the family will have to move out of their home. Again.Crenshaw is a cat. He's large, he's outspoken and he's imaginary. He's come back into Jackson's life to help him but is an imaginary friend enough to save this family from losing everything?A heart-warming story about family and friendships from Newbery medal winner Katherine Applegate.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Yellow Band Set
Book SynopsisThe ideal way to try Collins Big Cat, plug gaps and boost your reading resources at unbeatable prices. Collins Big Cat Sets include a 20% discount on the normal price.The Yellow Band Set contains 1 copy of every book available within Band 3/Yellow.The Yellow Band Set is aimed at Reception pupils and contains the following 30 books:Fiction:The New KiteIt Was a Cold, Dark NightAround the WorldSam the Big, Bad CatPercy and the RabbitRat-a-tat-tatRebecca at the FunfairThe Little EggRollingDoing NothingTime for SchoolThe Hare and the TortoiseThe Dancing DogMilo's MoustacheBaby Dragon and the Animal OlympicsThe Elephant's EarsBob's Secret HideawayCome Home, PaddingtonNon-fiction:The WindWater BearsThe Baby TurtleWhere is my School?HandsDance to the BeatHow to Have a PartyLightsThe Helper BirdNight AnimalsDiscover MarsMy Pet Worm
£119.70
HarperCollins Publishers Flawed
Book SynopsisThe stunning YA debut from internationally bestselling author Cecelia Ahern.Celestine North lives a perfect life. She's a model daughter and sister, she's well-liked by her classmates and teachers, and she's dating the impossibly charming Art Crevan.But then Celestine encounters a situation in which she makes an instinctive decision. She breaks a rule and now faces life-changing repercussions. She could be imprisoned. She could be branded. She could be found FLAWED.In this stunning novel, bestselling author Cecelia Ahern depicts a society in which perfection is paramount and mistakes are punished. And where one young woman decides to take a stand that could cost her everything.Trade Review‘Immediately gripping, fast-paced… a total triumph.’ ***** Heat ‘An action-packed, revealing, adrenaline rushing, dramatic [with] an intense and powerful love story. It grabs you from the first page.’ Sophie, Lovereading Praise for Cecelia Ahern: ‘Cecelia Ahern is an undisputed master when it comes to writing about relationships… Moving, real and exquisitely crafted.’ Heat ‘Insightful and true’ Irish Times ‘Exceptional … both heartbreaking and uplifting’ Daily Express
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Perfect
Book SynopsisThe thrilling, shocking and romantic sequel to the bestselling YA debut FLAWED is finally here. When we embrace all our flaws, that's when we can finally become PERFECTCelestine North lives in a society that demands perfection. After she was branded Flawed by a morality court, Celestine''s life has completely fractured all her freedoms gone.Since Judge Crevan has declared her the number one threat to the public, she has been a ghost, on the run with the complicated, powerfully attractive Carrick, the only person she can trust. But Celestine has a secret one that could bring the entire Flawed system crumbling to the ground.Judge Crevan is gaining the upper hand, and time is running out for Celestine. With tensions building, Celestine must make a choice: save only herself, or risk her life to save all the Flawed. And, most important of all, can she prove that to be human in itself is to be Flawed?Trade ReviewPraise for FLAWED: ‘Immediately gripping, fast-paced… a total triumph.’ ***** Heat ‘An action-packed, revealing, adrenaline rushing, dramatic [with] an intense and powerful love story. It grabs you from the first page.’ Sophie, Lovereading Praise for Cecelia Ahern: ‘Cecelia Ahern is an undisputed master when it comes to writing about relationships… Moving, real and exquisitely crafted.’ Heat ‘Insightful and true’ Irish Times ‘Exceptional … both heartbreaking and uplifting’ Daily Express
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Sleeping Beauty Band 12Copper Collins Big Cat
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelA wonderful retelling of this favourite fairy tale, in verse by CLPE-award winner, Rachel Rooney.Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina.Text type: A retelling of a traditional taleCurriculum links: English: fairy stories, myths and legendsIdeas for reading at the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£10.23
HarperCollins Publishers The House of the Nine Doors
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelA classic tale of the Irish legend Finn McCaul, as he strives to fulfil a challenge to free his jailed uncle. The question is, is it even humanly possible?! Find out in this non-stop, funny story of perseverance, imagination and a bit of speed, written by the Canongate Prize winner Lari Don.Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina.Text type: A retelling of a traditional taleCurriculum links: English: fairy stories, myths and legendsIdeas for reading at the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activitiesThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£10.23
HarperCollins Publishers Life and Death in an Iron Age Hill Fort
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelIn the Iron Age over 3,000 forts were built on top of hills. Find out how hill forts were constructed, what they were used for, and what they tells us about the people who lived over 2,000 years ago. A fascinating look into a past world by Juliet Kerrigan.Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
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HarperCollins Publishers I Want the Moon
Book SynopsisCollins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step.Level 10 books include characters that express emotions and stories with more events. Non-fiction titles introduce terms that might be new to many children. Level 10 books continue to use single spacing and more high-frequency words appear without vowel markings to help the students get used to the traditional norms of printed Arabic.Prince Mimo is upset he wants the moon. So the King and Queen send their servants, Grim and Misery, out to catch the moon for him, with hilarious consequences. This charming story by award-winning author Mal Peat and Elspeth Graham is illustrated by Xiao Xin.Children can recap the main stages of the story on pages 1415, providing lots of speak
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HarperCollins Publishers The Story of Nian a Folk Tale from China Band
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelA traditional tale from China, which explores the ancient rituals of Chinese New Year, and explains how it's come to be one of the most celebrated moments of the Chinese calendar. Full of drama and suspense, you can't help but be enthralled by this story of man over beast.Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina.Text type: A traditional tale from another culture.Curriculum links: English: fairy stories, myths and legends; books from other cultures and traditions.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
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HarperCollins Publishers The Selfish Giant Band 12Copper Collins Big Cat
Book SynopsisBuild your child’s reading confidence at home with books at the right level
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HarperCollins Publishers The Goose Girl
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelThis hilarious retelling of a traditional Hans Christian Anderson tale tells of mistaken identities as a kind, humble princess swaps places with her grumpy, unpleasant maid, with some very funny consequences! Who'll end up marrying the prince, and who will end up the goose girl, and how will the magic horse help?Topaz/Band 13 books offer longer and more demanding reads for children to investigate and evaluate.Text type: A traditional taleCurriculum links: English: fairy stories, myths and legendsThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
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HarperCollins Publishers The Nutcracker and the Mouse King Band 14Ruby
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelWonderful storyteller Ursula Jones tells the story of the Nutcracker, and his noble attempt to defeat the evil Mouse King and his army. Marie will never forget the Christmas the Nutcracker arrives, but can he live up to her expectations?Ruby/Band 14 books give increasing opportunities for children to develop their skills of inference and deduction.Text type: A traditional taleCurriculum links: English: fairy stories, myths and legendsThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£10.46
HarperCollins Publishers Pinocchio
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelRemind yourself of the enchanting story of Pinocchio, by Pinocchio, retold here by the multi-award winning author Michael Morpurgo and beautifully illustrated by Emma Chichester Clark. A truly beautiful edition that brings this classic tale back to life.Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.Text type: A traditional taleCurriculum links: English: fairy stories, myths and legendsThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£10.46
HarperCollins Publishers The Legend of Blackbeard
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelTravel with fearsome Captain Blackbeard and his crew of pirates across the open seas as they search for treasure and capture ships. But just when Blackbeard thinks he has everything he ever wanted, he realises that it's being a true pirate that he loves best.Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.Text type: A traditional taleCurriculum links: English: fairy stories, myths and legendsThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
£10.46
HarperCollins Publishers Wuthering Heights Band 17Diamond Collins Big Cat
Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelRediscover Emily Bronte's terrifying novel of revenge and hatred set on the wild Yorkshire moors. When an orphaned boy embarks on a lifelong mission to punish two wealthy families, he begins a chain of unbelievable events. But, will the prize be worth all the heartache caused along the way?Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view.Text type: Fiction from our literary heritageCurriculum links: English: fiction from the English literary heritage
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HarperCollins Publishers A Tragic Kind of Wonderful
Book SynopsisThe heart-rending and inspiring novel from the critically acclaimed author of NOT IF I SEE YOU FIRST.How can you have a future if you can't accept your past?Mel Hannigan doesn't have it easy. Mourning the death of her firework of a brother, facing the loss of three friendships that used to mean everything to her and struggling to deal with a condition that even her closest friends don't know about. To protect herself and everyone else, Mel tries to lock away her heart, to live quietly without pain but also without hope.Until the plight of an old friend, and meeting someone new, shows her that the risk is worth taking, that opening up to life and who you really are is what can make everything glorious And that maybe Mel can discover a tragic kind of wonderful of her very own.A beautiful, captivating story about living with mental illness, and loving even with a broken heart.Trade Review‘Enjoyable, clever and honest. Definitely a must for fans of The Perks of Being a Wallflower’ Kimi Wright, Waterstones ‘A heartfelt story, abut the realities of teenage life along with living with bipolar [disorder]’ Verity, 15, Lovereading4kids ‘An intimate and affecting portrait of mental illness helmed by an achingly real protagonist’ Kirkus PRAISE FOR NOT IF I SEE YOU FIRST: ‘Gorgeous, romantic, heart-rending’ Maximum Pop! ‘Not If I See You First is thoughtful and honest, with characters that made me laugh, cry, and surprised me at every turn. It’s a book I’ll recommend for years to come.’ Kody Keplinger, author of The Duff and co-founder of Disability in KidLit
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Around the World Level 7
Book SynopsisCollins Arabic Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 3 to 11. The series is structured with reference to the learning progression of Arabic at nursery and primary schools researched especially for Collins. This carefully graded approach allows children to build up their reading knowledge of Arabic step by step.Level 7 books include story lines with more episodes in time sequence, and may include imaginary happenings in the context of familiar experiences. There is still repetition but more variation in pattern and more new words are introduced than in lower levels. Non-fiction titles bring in simple non-fiction tools, such as diagrams, labels and captions. Additional vowel marks that encourage the flow of pronunciation are introduced at this level. Verbal sentences of up to 8-10 words with repeating and accessible actions appear at this level. Double spacing is used between words to ensure children see where each new word in a sentence begins and ends.This imaginative journey rou
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