Children & Teen Fiction Books

Book SynopsisJenny and her friends - the Spellcasters - are excited about helping Aunt Connie in the Spellcroft community garden. But everything''s going wrong ... plants are dying, and the lake at the nature reserve dries up. Could it be the work of a dark witch? It''s time for the Spellcasters to band together again and use their ancestral magic to find a way to fix the problem before the balance of nature is destroyed for ever!This exciting, enchanting new series is perfect for readers of 7+ who love adventure, magic and girl power.

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Book SynopsisNur the Vlogger Fairy is planning Fairyland''s biggest vlogger meet-up ever - Magic Vlog Con! But jealous Jack Frost wants to become a vlogging superstar and has stolen Nur''s magical objects. Without them, vloggers can''t make fun videos. Nur needs Rachel, Kirsty, Gracie and Khadijah''s help to get her enchanted objects back and show Jack Frost that vlogging is for expressing yourself, not becoming famous. Can the fairy friends find Nur''s lucky ring light, her cool camera and her magic microphone and save Magic Vlog Con? ''These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!'' ReadingZone.comIf you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows'' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

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Book SynopsisFree the Beasts. Live the Adventure.Join the New Protectors as they battle Beasts and fight Evil in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up!In the land of Tangala, legend tells of the Metamorphia - a league of sorcerers who once defied the Emperor and used their magic to create mighty Beasts. Now the New Protectors are on the trail of four such Beasts, resurrected by the witch Zuba. Our brave young heroes must travel to the four corners of the kingdom to defeat Zuba''s Beasts before the realm is destroyed for ever . . . but fortunately they are joined by powerful animal companions of their own. Can Rafe and his companion, Rugara, fight back against a deadly ice wolf terrorising the southern city of Nakotan?There are FOUR thrilling adventures to collect in the latest set of this beloved series - don''t miss out!

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Book Synopsis'Brilliantly relevant, playful, and compassionate.' –Abby Hanlon, author of Dory Fantasmagory A princess and a revolutionary form an unexpected friendship in this charming, illustrated chapter-book series, perfect for fans of Judy Moody and Clementine! Princess Miranda does not want to go to school. She wants to shoe shop, plan parties, and decorate the castle.          Maude cannot wait for school. She loves rules and social justice and getting good grades. She also loves hard-boiled eggs, much to Miranda’s dismay.          When a tense first week of school results in Maude getting excluded from the Royal Birthday Party, Maude decides she’s found her first fight for social justice: a birthday boycott.          This hilarious, heartfelt chapter-book series teaches empathy, and reminds us thatTrade ReviewThis series opener is a short and sweet chapter book, decorated with von Innerebner's child-friendly illustrations as well as the drawings that Maude makes in her journal. Wunsch weaves in lessons of empathy and withholding judgment in an accessible, nonpreachy way. She ably captures and expresses feelings of misunderstanding and loneliness, all while creating laugh-out-loud scenes in which the girls ramp up the competition . . . This unlikely combination of royalty and social justice delivers fun, learning, and laughs. * Kirkus Reviews *At its core, this is a book about feeling different, making uninformed judgments about others, trying new things, and finding acceptance. * School Library Journal *This hilarious illustrated story of an odd-couple friendship initiates a new early chapter book series for young readers . . . A totally delightful story guaranteed to please. * School Library Connection *Von Innerebner (the Ellie Ultra series) includes telling details in the expressive black-and-white illustrations that help limn the differences between the two girls. . . With a light touch and humor, Wunsch (The Movie Version), launching the Miranda and Maude chapter book series, underscores the value of eschewing stereotypes. * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisWealthy, popular Charlotte and quiet, working class Drew couldn’t be more different, but both face a common enemy at Cooke’s Academy in the form of the Stewards – an elite group of students whose power to manipulate school culture is feared by pupils and teachers alike. Drew, a newcomer to Cooke’s, must navigate the strict codes of masculinity laid down by the Stewards in order to have a hope of moving on to university, while Charlotte dreams of speaking freely about the constraints and abuses of the culture which is propelling her towards a life she’s not sure she wants. Through drag art and poetry the unlikely pair follow a dangerous trajectory which will lead them closer to one another and further away from the paths laid out for them.Trade Review"Loved this book. So very real with characters to root for." * ***** reader review *"Emotional, gripping, and so, so real." * Louise Finch, author of The Eternal Return of Clara Hart *"Shirley-Anne McMillan's writing is bold, brave and full of integrity. Grapefruit Moon is an up-to-the-minute, but also timeless coming-of-age story – heartfelt, gutsy and complex." -- Sheena Wilkinson, author of Hope against Hope"Real. Gritty. Heart-wrenching. Thought-provoking." * Sue Divin, author of Guard Your Heart and Truth Be Told *"Particularly sharp observations on class in Northern Ireland." * Claire Hennessy, The Irish Times *"This excellent Northern Irish YA coming of age novel follows the two main character’s lives as they struggle to work out who they are and what they stand for." * Sarah Webb, Irish Independent *"It is refreshing to read literature for young people coming out of contemporary Northern Ireland ... it is good to see that writers like McMillan are now continuing the canon." * Books for Keeps *"A thought-provoking and extremely heartfelt read, well worth checking out." * Paper Lanterns *"An incredible and hard-hitting novel ... I binged this book in one sitting." * Karla's Bookish Life *"I loved this brilliant YA from the very first page ... I loved the sprinkling of poetry throughout this gripping story too." * Milo and Gigi's Bookshelf *"This is exciting, gripping and so real!" * ***** reader review *"Relatable, exciting and heart-wrenching, this is a book that will stay with you long after you read it (which won't take long as its impossible to put down!)." -- ***** reader review"Just beautiful coming of age story." * ***** reader review *"This is one young adults and adults won't want to miss." -- ***** reader review"Shirley-Anne McMillan's writing is bold, brave and full of integrity. Grapefruit Moon is an up-to-the-minute, but also timeless coming-of-age story -- heartfelt, gutsy and complex." * ***** reader review *"The plot kept me turning the pages and whilst the book addresses some serious current social issues there is plenty of warmth and humour as well. I was moved, entertained and challenged. Highly recommended for young adults and oldies like me too!" * ***** reader review *"The characters and the settings were so real and by the end I found myself feeling really sad that the book had come to an end. Everything was so believable and you could picture it as tv series. I thoroughly enjoyed it, read it under a day." * ***** reader review *"Brilliant, well fleshed out characters and I can completely imagine it all happening in real life. Actually made me cry! It was so moving." * ***** reader review *"A fantastic read." * ***** reader review *

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Book SynopsisEnter the colourful world of Indigo Wilde and the magical creatures she takes care of ... including some new giants who are causing ENORMOUS trouble! A wonderfully wild series, winner of the Alligator''s Mouth Book Award; for readers of 7+ and fans of Pippi Longstocking and Amelia Fang.Indigo and her brother Quigley live in a house secretly full of magical Creatures. Indigo is never happier than when feeding chocolate to the fire-breathing rabbit or making nests for the colourful hophop birds. She loves a challenge! But when a giant appears in the garden she has an enormous problem on her hands. Can Indigo and Quigley help the giant save his sister, against all the odds? Indigo will need help from all her friends in both the Known and Unknown Worlds to save the day. Gorgeously illustrated in full colour throughout, this is the third in the series - have you read Indigo Wilde and the Creatures at Jellybean Crescent, winner of the Alligator''s

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Book SynopsisThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills. Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.

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Book SynopsisA hilarious and heart-warming story. Rory has ADHD; he is also having a very weird week. He has accidentally been turned into a dinosaur and he is so not impressed.

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Book SynopsisThis story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE) Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. Perfect for 5-7 year olds.

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Book SynopsisOne night on a mountain, history holds its breath as two young Spartans wrestle… One is the head of Sparta’s elite youth secret service, the Krypteia; Leon is looking for a lieutenant. The other was abandoned on the mountain as a baby with a weak leg; Lycon kneels to no one. Bonded by war, they will fight to save all Greece from the deadliest Persian invasion ever. If they lose, Western history will take an entirely different course. Combining an impressive knowledge of ancient Greek culture, history and warfare with a gripping story of camaraderie and friendship, The Wolf Cub of Sparta is the perfect read for anyone fascinated by Greek myth and the heroes and heroines behind the legends.

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Book SynopsisInterrupting Chicken meets Click, Clack, Moo in this zany classic-in-the-making!With rollicking rhythms, nonsensical refrains, and too many chickens to count, this modern classic will inspire unstoppable giggles and endless rereads. Bawka-bawka!Mr. Watson has 456 chickens in the sink, on the bed, in the bread box. When his partner, Mr. Nelson, threatens to leave, Mr. Watson takes his chickens to town to sell only for them to escape! Young readers will follow Mr. Watson all around town as he gathers up his chickens. But, when they''re all rounded up, does he have the heart to sell them? Does a different fate await these chickens?This quirky, irresistible book is full of read-aloud fun with its onomatopoeia, rollicking rhythm, and familiar refrains and ends with a touch of sweetness. It has all the makings of a classic, with a farm theme, hilarious refrains, and a familiar narrative structure that unfolds in threes. Librarians, teachers, and p

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Book SynopsisBears, wolves and weird tangles of fate, these eight Strange Tales from master storyteller Daniel Morden have it all. In these pages you will meet travellers, tricksters, unlikely heroes, and animals who may not be what they seem... Honed folk and fairy tales favourites from a lifetime of performance, retold with a contemporary twist, stories such as 'Tatterhood', 'Fearless' and 'The Luck Child' will become family favourites for those who love the uncanny, the unnerving and the downright bizarre.

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Book SynopsisWho kicked a ball through Bee's window? Not Guy the fly. Or so he says... Discover Guy's incredible tall tale in this creepy crawly story set in the wonderful world of bugs.

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Book SynopsisHer friends can't stop talking about boys, but Noah wants everything to go back to the way it was. To fit in, Noah pretends that she likes Archie, even though she's not sure. When Jessa joins their group things get more confusing. Can Noah admit who she really likes, not who she thinks she should?

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Book SynopsisDo you like exploring, animals and adventure? Then join The Adventure Club! A new illustrated series for younger readers about animals and adventure from much-loved author Jess Butterworth - writer of classic adventure stories in vibrantly described settings.It's time for the fourth Adventure Club trip, and this time Tilly and the Adventure Club are off to Borneo. When the team find an orphan orangutan alone in the wild after a fire, they rescue it and the baby orangutan takes a special liking to Tilly. But can the Adventure Club train to the baby to live in the wild without her mum? And if they do, how will Tilly ever be able to leave her behind? Join the Adventure Club to find out!Packed full of illustrations and set as Tilly's own diary, this new series is perfect for young readers who are beginning to read on their own.

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Book Synopsis''Fights and flights are non-stop'' USA Today___________________________ For Hawk, being a hero weighs heavily on her wings.In the City of the Dead, life happens in the shadows. That''s why a war is brewing against an enemy no one can see.Hawk and Maximum Ride never back down from a conflict, but as the dead begin to outnumber the living, they''ll need to work together now more than ever.

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Book SynopsisTales of your bravery and skill as the last Kai Master of Sommerlund have reached the King himself, who has bestowed upon you the rank of General in the Sommlending Army. Though this is a great honor, your quest to recover the Lorestones must continue, for the Darklords have united and are ready to wage war across Magnamund!In THE CAULDRON OF FEAR, your quest takes you to the Republic of Anari and into the lightless depths beneath its capital city. With the shadow of war ever-present, you must face the dangers of an ancient metropolis and recover the Lorestone of Tahou. There is no time to lose, for while you search the Lorestone, the armies of the Darklords are seeking you as well!

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Book SynopsisLila has just moved to a new town and can't wait to make friends at school. But on the first day, a boy points at her and shouts: "A crow! A crow! The new girl's hair is black like a crow!" The others whisper and laugh, and Lila's heart grows as heavy as a stone. The next day, Lila covers her hair. But this time, the boy points at her dark skin. When she covers her face, he mocks her dark eyes. Now every day at school, Lila hides under her turtleneck, dark glasses, and hat. And every day when she goes home, she sees a crow who seems to want to tell her something. Lila ignores the bird and even throws rocks at it, but it won't go away. Meanwhile, the great autumn festival is approaching. While the other kids prepare their costumes, Lila is sadder and lonelier than ever. At her lowest point of despair, a magical encounter with the crow opens Lila's eyes to the beauty of being different, and gives her the courage to proudly embrace her true self.

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Book SynopsisA Magic Door That Leads to A Beautiful Caribbean Island"Beautifully written story with exquisite illustrations!" —Amazon Review#1 New Release in Children's Exploration Fiction and Haiti Travel GuidesExperience the adventures of a young girl who discovers her family’s Haitian Culture through a magical red-blue door.Imane is a curious young girl with a big question. What is behind the magic door inside her house? Her sister Caroline says it’s a door that goes everywhere and nowhere. Sometimes it’s red. Sometimes it’s blue, and it smells like coffee beans and the ocean. Imane can only imagine what’s on the other side: a beautiful Caribbean Island full of magic, music, and fun. But Momma keeps the door locked tight, and no one is allowed to open it!The beautiful Caribbean Island of Haiti. With breathtaking illustrations by Polina Hrytskova, join Imane on her adventure through the magic door in this charming children’s picture book and experience the beautiful Caribbean Island of Haiti.In this children’s picture book, young readers can: Take a colorful journey into discovering the importance of one’s roots Develop a deeper understanding of Haitian culture and heritage Broaden their worldview Children who love beautifully illustrated books such as Thank You, Omu!, Freedom Soup, I Dream of Popo, or Zonia's Rain Forest will find themselves drawn into this delightful children's picture book about Imane and her family—and the magical Caribbean island behind the magic door.

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Book SynopsisVital information has come to you, news of three radiant gems held in the infamous fortress-city of Torgar. As Kai Master, you have vowed to restore your Order and this report brings you hope, but it also confirms your worst fears. The Darklords have captured the remaining three Lorestones of Luomi, Gamir, and Vinaldo wondrous gems filled with the power and wisdom of the Sun God Kai.In THE DUNGEONS OF TORGAR, you must travel to the city of Eru, where Prince Graygor will help you reach the infernal Drakkarim stronghold where the Lorestones reside. But you must be swift and bold. With each passing moment the evil sorcerers of the Darklords come closer to their task of destroying the Lorestones, and with it, the hope for all of Magnamund!

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Book SynopsisA New York Times bestselling author’s entertaining take on a quintessential outdoor experience—and why sometimes the best memories are a result of the unexpected—with laugh-out-loud illustrations.A family’s excited to go camping! But they don’t know what they’re doing, and it does NOT go well. Then they see Campingland, a perfect indoor camping theme park! Perfect temperature. Perfect “fishing.” Perfect “animals.” But…PERFECTLY BORING!Will they give outdoor camping another try? Be a little more prepared? A lot more relaxed? And NOT hug any skunks this time?

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Book SynopsisWant to know who's the hottest TikToker? How to lip-sync or which furry friend is going viral? Then look no further. Discover all there is to know about the biggest stars and most entertaining influencers from world of TikTok, with the full low-down on your small screen favourites, such as Charli D'Amelio, Khaby Lame, Bella Poarch and more. With fun facts, crazy stats, quizzes and top tips to create and express your own TikTok style, this ultimate guide from GamesWarrior is totally bussin!

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Book SynopsisFeatured on CBS Mornings and The Kelly Clarkson Show!Zandi is a girl on a mission: to bring a message of conservation to the world.Zandi was always thinking and dreaming about the ocean. Then, one special day, the ocean calls for her. Zandi tentatively approaches the water—and that’s when her adventure begins! She soon finds herself transformed into a mermaid and on an unforgettable underwater journey, where she hears the song of the ocean.But there is something threatening this magical world. Is the key to protecting it buried in stories from the past? Join Zandi in her mission to protect our beloved oceans, in this inspiring story written by South Africa’s first Black female free diving instructor.Revised edition: This edition of Zandi''s Song includes editorial revisions.

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Book SynopsisA fast-paced, high-kicking debut that’s Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon meets Stand Up, Yumi Chung as a young taekwondo artist uses an ancient book to help save her dreams—and her father.Twelve-year-old Modesty “Mo” Seto dreams of being a taekwondo champion. Even though her mom disapproves, Mo can always count on her dad, who is her number one fan and biggest supporter. Lately, Mo has been on a losing streak, and it doesn’t help that she keeps losing to her archnemesis, Dax, who’s much bigger than her. If only she were faster, stronger, not so petite. Mo can’t even lean on her dad like usual with how distracted he’s been lately. When Mo learns about the chance to audition to star alongside her idol and legendary martial artist and movie star Cody Kwok, she knows this her chance to prove to her dad, to the world, and to herself that she can compete with anyone, no matter her size. Unfortunately, Dax is a

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Book SynopsisAuthor and activist Lydia Maria Child was a foundational figure in the development of American literature in the early nineteenth century. After her debut novel Hobomok (1824) challenged readers with its representation of interracial marriage, she continued to blaze literary trails for the rest of her life, developing a loyal readership as she confronted the most pressing issues in American life. She wrote novels, poems and short stories, composed housekeeping and parenting manuals, edited abolitionist newspapers and narratives -- most notably Harriet Jacobs' Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl (1861). Less well-known is that she almost single-handedly invented a new American literature for children. For decades, and particularly during her time at the helm of ground-breaking children's magazine The Juvenile Miscellany (1826-1834), Child was a constant companion for young readers across the world. For the first time, this anthology brings together a career-spanning collection of Child's writing for children which demonstrates the extraordinary richness and range of her vital work in this field. As she shaped the idea of what children's literature could be and do, Child trusted her young readers to understand difficult questions of social and racial justice, explorations of natural and national history, sentimental domestic sketches, and much more besides. Contemporary readers can now rediscover the delight that the arrival of a new issue of The Juvenile Miscellany brought to the world while grappling critically with the ongoing resonance of these questions in the twenty-first century.Table of ContentsContents: Introduction Hilary Emmett, Thomas Ruys Smith, students from the Department of American Studies at the University of East Anglia. Preface: "Address to the Young", Juvenile Miscellany (September 1826) Indigenous Peoples: "Indians Outwitted" from Evenings in New England (1824) "Indian Tribes" from Evenings in New England (1824) "Adventure in the Woods" from The Juvenile Miscellany (September 1826) "Adventures of a Bell" from The Juvenile Miscellany (March 1827) "Pol Sosef, The Indian Artist" from The Juvenile Miscellany (January and February 1831) "Mary Howard" from The Girls' Own Book (1833) Race, Slavery and Abolition "The Little Master and His Little Slave" from Evenings in New England (1824) "The St. Domingo Orphans" from The Juvenile Miscellany (September and October 1830) "Jumbo and Zairee" from The Juvenile Miscellany (January and February 1831) "Life in the Desert" from The Juvenile Miscellany (May and June 1831) "The Little White Lamb and the Little Black Lamb" from The Juvenile Miscellany (March and April 1833) "William Peterson, The Brave and Good Boy" from The Juvenile Miscellany (March and April 1834) "Mary French and Susan Easton" from The Juvenile Miscellany (May and June 1834) History and Revolution "History" from Evenings in New England (1824) "Fabled Correspondence between Forefathers' Rock and the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil" from Evenings in New England (1824) "The Young Hero" from Evenings in New England (1824) "The Little Rebels" from The Juvenile Miscellany (September 1826) "Benjamin Franklin" from The Juvenile Miscellany (March 1827) "Conversation Between a Little Boy of Olden Times, and a Boston Boy of 1827" from The Juvenile Miscellany (September 1827) "The Little Greek Girl" from The Juvenile Miscellany (September 1827) "American History" from The Juvenile Miscellany (September 1828, January 1829, March 1829, May 1829, July 1829, September 1829) The Natural World "Trees" from Evenings in New England (1824) "The Adventures of a Dandelion" from Evenings in New England (1824) "Coral Reefs" and "Wonders of the Deep" from The Juvenile Miscellany (November 1826, January 1827) "Birds" from The Juvenile Miscellany (May 1827) "Insects" from The Juvenile Miscellany (July 1827) "The Squirrel" from Flowers for Children (1854 [1844]) "Aunt Maria's Swallows: A True Story" from Flowers for Children (1854 [1847]) "Secrets of Nature" from A New Flower for Children (1856) Work, Wealth and Poverty "Conversation on Wealth" from Evenings in New England (1824) "The Young Bookseller" from Evenings in New England (1824) "Louisa Preston" from The Juvenile Miscellany (March 1828) "The Fairy: A Fable" from The Juvenile Miscellany (September 1829) "The Industrious Family" from The Juvenile Miscellany (July and August 1831) "Sophia Morton" from Tales For Youth (1832) "The Christ-Child and the Poor Children" from Flowers for Children (1854 [1844]). "Rosy O'Ryan" from A New Flower for Children (1856) Coda: "Farewell" from Evenings in New England (1824)

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Book SynopsisAward winning author DJ Corchin offers delightfully fantastical life lessons in this sweet and witty collection that inspires readers to embrace the magic within them.You have a choice to cast good spells or bad spells. Choose good spells. People will tell you you can't be a knight because you have magical abilities. They are wrong.And remember...if you happen find a unicorn, it is not yours to keep!DJ Corchin offers timeless wisdom with a mystical twist in this lighthearted rulebook for the whole family to enjoy. Plenty of enchanting lessons to live by paired with whimsical illustrations are sure to be passed down from generation to magical generation. A perfect graduation, birthday, or just-because gift for daughters of any age.

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Book SynopsisA very funny and easy-to-read story about how being a REAL dinosaur means just being yourself!Tyra has a tutu. Tops plays the trumpet. They're not like other dinosaurs. Most dinosaurs like to rage and roar. But Tyra and Tops think raging and roaring is, well, boring! They'd rather have a tea party instead, and the other dinosaurs are invited! It doesn't go so well at first, but by the time the broken teacups are cleaned up, everyone realizes that there's no right or wrong way to be a dinosaur.A hilarious story that's perfect for dinosaur lovers, new readers, and fans of Mo Willems.

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Book SynopsisPirates swoop upon a rusty boat carrying children fleeing war and poverty for a new life who emerge from hiding to find the crew gone and a mighty storm brewing.

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Book SynopsisTen Twisty Tales is a collection of gripping stories suitable for readers of 13 and above. They are all standalone, and explore a range of themes, from deceitful friends to thorny relationships and family crises. Some are darker than others, although there's often a glimmer of light shining through.

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Book SynopsisA powerful and wise story about finding the courage to be yourself, despite the pressure to conform.Abtin is nothing like the rest of his family. The Moleskis are fiercely competitive sports champions, and they expect Abtin to become a great athlete too. But Abtin is a reader, an artist, and has his own way of doing things. Despite his family’s best efforts, Abtin remains stubbornly himself. Wanting his family to be proud of him, he comes up with a plan to make them happy: a plan that doesn’t go quite as expected…Written and illustrated by two celebrated Iranian creators, Champ is a book for anyone who marches to the beat of their own drum: for the artists in a science family, or the readers in a sports family. It is a book for those around the world who have resisted and continue to do so, no matter what.An Aldana Libros Book, Greystone Kids

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Book SynopsisPaul Lyalls spent a year as Poet inResidence' at the Roald Dahl Museum.He has been selected to be a LondonOlympic Poet and had poems included inMichael Rosen's A-Z of the very bestchildren's poetry'.

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Book SynopsisFun football story with dreams, drama and lots of heart, a perfect quick fiction fix for sports-mad readers. A new edition, now available with extra artwork. Luke is desperate to meet his heroes when he discovers that the England football team are secretly training at his local ground! But how is he supposed to do that when he has to go to school all day? He has to come up with a plan, and quick, if he ever has a chance of making his dream come true. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+Trade Review"A fun football story" – LoveReading4Kids "A perfect quick fiction fix for sports-mad readers" – Summer Reading Challenge

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Book SynopsisA cast of creative creatures take centre stage in this theatrical Barrington Stoke debut from Blue Peter Book Award shortlisted author Laura Wood. Summer by the seaside isn’t working out as Callie hoped. Instead of enjoying sunshine and ice cream, she’s stuck helping Gran’s drama group put on a show to save the local theatre. Worst of all, they’ve asked her to star in their play. With Callie’s stage fright, there’s not a chance that’s happening. But when she goes exploring backstage, Callie stumbles into an altogether different world – another theatre, run by a wise fox and her troupe of rather quarrelsome talking animals. Forced to face her fears, will Callie be able to put on a good show in the final fight to save Madame Malone’s Music Hall? A cast of creative creatures take centre stage in this theatrical Barrington Stoke debut from Blue Peter Book Award shortlisted author Laura Wood.Trade Review"An uplifting love letter to the power of community told with humour and warmth … Wood has written an absolute gem of a story here" – Just Imagine "A true delight" – Armadillo Magazine "The perfect reading performance for any youngster with their sights set on the theatre … Imaginative and full of quirky characters" – The Letterpress Project "A great message for children … It's a story I'm sure many will enjoy reading including adults!" – The Stawberry Post "A lovely reassuring book for children … The illustrations throughout by Ellie Snowdon bring the characters to life with humour and detail" – Anne Thompson, A Library Lady Blog

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Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE EAST ANGLIAN BOOK AWARDS When his mum burns down their house on the Whitehorse estate, sixteen-year-old Joss is sent to live in a sleepy Suffolk village. The place is steeped in history, as Joss learns when a bike accident pitches him back more than 1,000 years to an Anglo-Saxon village. That history also tells him his new friends are in mortal peril from bloodthirsty invaders. Can he warn their ruler, King Edmund, in time? And will he ever get home?

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Book SynopsisGrimm's Fairy Tales contains a wealth of enchanting illustrations that bring the fantastic fairytale world of the Brothers Grimm to life. Taking readers aged 6+ on a spellbinding journey in which frogs are kissed, straw is spun into gold, and hungry wolves should not be trusted, this is truly an anthology to treasure.

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