Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories
Barefoot Books Bear on a BikeOurs a Velo
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£8.54
Barefoot Books Bear about TownOurs En Ville
Book Synopsis "The illustrations are colorful, the bears that fill the busy scenes are appealing, and there is plenty for young readers to pour over" ? School Library Journal Bear goes to town every day, and always has something to do! From the bakery, to the gym, to the toyshop, walk with Bear through the days of the week as he visits his favorite places in town. Explore Bear''s town even more with a full map at the end. This bilingual French and English addition to the beloved Bear series features delightful rhyming text to teach the days of the week Develop early English and French language skills Learn about the days of the week Features the classic bestselling Barefoot Books character, Bear!
£7.99
ReadZone Books Limited Sylarks: London's Burning
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£999.99
ReadZone Books Limited Detective Derek
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£999.99
ReadZone Books Limited Skylarks: Noah's Shark
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£999.99
ReadZone Books Limited 16 & Pregnant
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£999.99
ReadZone Books Limited Fruit and vegetables
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£999.99
ReadZone Books Limited Milk and Cheese
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£999.99
ReadZone Books Limited Printing
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£999.99
Eye Books Escape to Midas
Book SynopsisLast year Leo Fischer and Skater Monroe were normal kids living normal lives, worrying about school, dealing with family issues, planning their futures... This year they’re hiding out on Mars, hunted by a psychopathic megalomaniac – who happens to be the most powerful individual in the Solar System. He claims the two of them are interplanetary terrorists and is demanding their heads on a plate. In the thrilling second instalment of the Mars Alone Trilogy, Leo and Skater, together with an artificial intelligence called Taffy whose mind contains the knowledge of an ancient alien civilisation, must face the consequences of fighting an enemy who has been lying to the entire human race and will stop at nothing to protect his secrets.
£9.49
Eye Books Call of the Snow Dolphin
Book SynopsisJoin Kai on a sixteen-hour race up the world’s tallest mountain. It’s a run – yikes! – against nine other kids, each with an unusual ability, from directing life-force to seeing dragons. Although Kai can chat with dolphins, he is full of self-doubt and embarrassed at being super-tall. Now he must face a hungry shark, an erupting volcano and a scumbag villain, all while being mocked by the other kids. But through his dream guide, the dolphins tell him of an ancient prophecy: a boy will come who will usher the world into a new era of peace. Can he find a winning way to stand tall within himself and fulfil the prophecy?Trade Review‘Shines with wisdom, humour and magic’ Lis Moss; 'Original, captivating’ Lorraine Kennedy; ‘A roller-coaster of an adventure’ Annie Pritchard
£12.34
Jessica Kingsley Publishers Ollie and the Magic Workshop
Book SynopsisOllie is back with more adventures using his superpowers, and a chance to earn his second Captain's stripe!With the help of his superpowers, Ollie is gaining the confidence to stand up to bullies and be himself. When some mean kids start to get him down, Ollie draws upon the superpower of emotional resilience, which serves as a suit of shiny armour against hurtful words. With this superpower, Ollie tries to help his new friend Mollie who lives in foster care learn to love and take care of herself. Can Ollie help Mollie to build her own emotional superpowers? And will he earn his second Captain's stripe in the process?Trade ReviewWhen I first sat down to write an endorsement for this book I found some paper arrows stuck to me saying, "You have no idea how to do this, or what to write!" But then I remembered Ollie's and Mollie's superpowers and realised that I have some as well. Ollie and the Magic Workshop is a delightfully inspired and inspiring book, that every child (and adult) should read so that they too can learn how to find their own superpowers, as well as their own suit of armour or fairy cloak to wear, when they are confronted by new challenges in their lives. I especially enjoyed the idea of Ollie going through the black boxes to sort out all the negative thoughts in his head and heart. I'm off now to my Magic Workshop to find my own.... -- Dr Jacqueline Blyth, BSc. (Hons), MSc Health Psychology, ClinPsyD. AFBPS. Clinical Psychologist, Birmingham Children’s HospitalOllie and the Magic Workshop is a great book for helping children to understand meaning behind challenging emotions. Imagining emotions as individual superpowers will help children greet each emotion inquisitively; asking why the emotion is being felt and how best to cope with that emotion. -- Emma Hughes, author of Striker, Slow Down! and Go Yogi!With increasing awareness of mental health issues, the importance of identifying needs and providing support are increasingly crucial. The author has a vast range of experience of working with early years children, and shares her best practice and knowledge. -- Janet Dowling * School Library Association *Table of Contents1. Ollie and the silver stripe. 2. School holidays and visitors come to stay. 3. Ollie meets Mollie. 4. Ollie learns about forever homes. 5. Ollie goes back to the library. 6. The next black box. 7. Mollie meets her superpowers. 8. Mollie and Ollie go to the hospital. 9. Ollie and Mollie go to Mollie's library. 10. Ollie and Mollie go to Freya's birthday party. 11. Ollie and the broccoli soup. 12. Mollie lets bad words into her heart. 13. Ollie faces the broccoli soup again. 14. Ollie and the silver stripe.
£15.80
Jessica Kingsley Publishers Ollie and the Golden Stripe
Book SynopsisWhen Ollie doesn't help his bullied classmate Adam, the Captain decides that it's time to introduce him to one of his most important superpowers, Empathy. Using Empathy, Ollie has the chance to earn his first Captain's stripe and help Adam. Will he succeed?Trade ReviewThe Ollie and His Superpowers series is a great vehicle to use to educate, empower and challenge both young and old to think about difficult issues, including bullying, anxiety and other associated concerns. As a Police Officer working in schools, this book has been an invaluable resource to use to develop emotional intelligence, improve self esteem and to assist young people to develop confidence in themselves. Alison Knowles offers a simple approach to dealing with what, at times, can be complex issues, in a well written story. -- S. Herbert, Police OfficerAnother awesome Ollie story has emerged. Ollie can now help children get to grips with empathy and learn how to step into another's shoes to see the world from their perspective. Empathy is so essential to helping create a better society with understanding and compassion. The more children who can understand this, the more hope for our future. I for one will be using and recommending Ollie as a teaching aide for many years to come. -- Nicki Proietti, Inclusion Manager, St Luke's Primary SchoolUsed with a therapist or teacher, this could be very useful in helping to understand other people's feelings. -- Healthy Books
£13.39
Jessica Kingsley Publishers Ollie and His Superpowers
Book Synopsis"Your superpowers are real, not make believe."When seven-year-old Ollie's brand new trainers get stolen by bullies, he feels too scared and embarrassed to tell his mum. Luckily, Ollie's friend Mr Wilcox knows how to keep a secret. Once Ollie confides in Mr Wilcox about the shoes, Mr Wilcox decides to let him in on a secret of his own... He has superpowers, and Ollie can have them too! Meet Courage, Bravery, Strength and Calm - just a few of Ollie's very own superpowers. Under the guidance of Mr Wilcox, Ollie learns that he can control his superpowers in order to overcome his fears, starting with those bullies.Trade ReviewWith many cultures currently appearing to be neglecting the emotional awareness and development of our children, Alison has written an excellent book which enables children to better understand, label and talk about their emotions. Ollie and His Superpowers provides a great framework for encouraging discussions with children about their emotional regulation in a fun and understandable way. -- Dr Catherine Hart, Clinical Psychologist, BSc (Hons), MSc, PGDip, DClinPsyThe Ollie and His Superpowers series is a great vehicle to use to educate, empower and challenge both young and old to think about difficult issues, including bullying, anxiety and other associated concerns. As a Police Officer working in schools, this book has been an invaluable resource to use to develop emotional intelligence, improve self esteem and to assist young people to develop confidence in themselves. Alison Knowles offers a simple approach to dealing with what, at times, can be complex issues, in a well written story. -- S. Herbert, Police OfficerThis British import, written by a cognitive therapist, is centered on seven-year-old Ollie, who faces daily bullying from kids at school. After two larger boys take his sneakers (called 'trainers'-just one of the many Briticisms throughout), the distraught Ollie confides in an elderly friend, who encourages him to use his superpowers (his emotions) to deal with the problem. Soon enough, Ollie is able to call upon Bravery, Strength, and Calm to help him get his sneakers back-much to the surprise of the bullies. Throughout the book, the emotions are personified as little versions of ourselves that live within us. Nervousness, Shock, Silliness, and Confidence are just a few of the ones readers meet. Helping us control our emotions is the Captain. Meanwhile, our Librarian (bow-tied and bespectacled) works at night to keep our ideas sorted properly. While this book attempts to help children understand and deal with their emotions, it lacks the plot and charm of Pixar's similarly structured Inside Out. VERDICT A purposeful work that children are unlikely to self-select. Consider only where social-skill building and antibullying topics are needed. -- School Library JournalWhat a good example of the importance of using positive language to encourage, and/or reinforce, positive behaviours. -- Red Reading Hub, Jillrbennet's Reviews of Children's BooksThis is a unique approach to learning how to cope with strong and difficult emotions, but Ms Knowles has used it successfully with parents, children, schools, and even the police. -- Healthy Books
£12.58
Tangerine Carp Exodus
£11.52
INPRESS Bright Cinema
Book SynopsisBright Cinema.
£17.99
Catnip Publishing Ltd The Lost Sister
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£6.99
Emerald Publishing The Bone Mill
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£7.99
Bonnier Books Ltd The Mighty Mince Pie Massacre
Book Synopsis'Mark Lowery is far too funny' Jonathan Meres, author of THE WORLD OF NORMThe sixth book in the hilarious and anarchic ROMAN GARSTANG ADVENTURE seriesIt is the month before Christmas, and Roman's class is preparing for the Christmas fete and the school pantomime. The new teacher at the helm - the awful Mr Le Salle, a flamboyant, theatrical and downright nasty piece of work - is the least of Roman's worries. He also has to contend with the most rubbish role in the panto (being a box) as well as organising the Santa's grotto stall at the Christmas fete with loose cannon Darren Gamble. As the panto nears, it seems that everything that could possibly go wrong is about to. It is left to Roman to save the panto and the day ...
£8.20
Jessica Kingsley Publishers Billy Bramble and The Great Big Cook Off: A Story
Book Synopsis"Want to know something else about me? I am Billy Bramble: the King, the President and the Emperor of Bad Lucksville. I am the Chief Executive of Bad Luck Limited, the Bad Luck Champion of the World, the Bad Luck Guinness World Record holder and it's all thanks to my invisible dog Gobber. He's my Bringer of Bad Luck."Billy Bramble likes rude words, smelly farts, loud farts and freestyle sneezing but when BAD THINGS happen, his invisible angry dog Gobber barks in his ears, gives him brain mash and breaks things. One day a competition is announced at school - The Great Big Cook Off - can Billy Bramble defeat Gobber and change his epic bad luck? An irreverent story for children aged 8-12 about a less than perfect boy, this book will inspire any child who's ever secretly thought they might be less than perfect too.Trade ReviewBilly Bramble is a fantastic book. It gives you an insight into people who may struggle and how their surroundings can influence their behaviours and attitudes. Billy Bramble is a nice boy with an angry, imaginary dog. Together they battle with certain feelings. I believe everyone can learn something from this book, not least that through persisting, eventually, in spite of hardship, you can achieve. -- Coby, 12Brilliant and thoughtful insight into the mind of an eleven year old and the wonderful power of cooking. -- Lorraine PascalePoor Billy seems to get everything wrong. However hard he tries, somehow or another things never work out well. And secretly Billy knows why - it's him, there is something wrong with him. Sally Donovan's deeply felt story gives us a glimpse of how hard it is for Billy to keep trying and hoping that things might be different. He seems actively to push away all attempts to help him and the adults struggle to know how to do anything of use. With his tricky dog by his side Billy doesn't know how to be close. Until the Cook Off. The accumulation of the months and years of stubborn care provided by kind adults starts to break through and we see the vulnerable parts of Billy (which have been there all along) begin to emerge.This moving and psychologically sound story encapsulates many key themes expressed by vulnerable children and paints a vivid picture of the seeming impossible dilemmas they may be facing. Compelling for children, this book will also be of great value to adults as through Billy they gain insight into the risks children face when they begin to dare to trust. -- Dr Vivien Norris, Consultant Clinical PsychologistI like the way Billy has an invisible dog. It is one of the best books I have read. -- Sophie, 13I love Billy - he is funny and cool and awesome and I understand him. I think he was very brave for entering the competition. The story made me laugh a lot. -- JBThe book shows even if you are different you can achieve. -- Jordan, 14The story is good. It makes you want to read on. -- Adam, 12I liked the character of Billy. -- Thomas, 13An inspiring read which will encourage children to get cooking in order to make delicious food and also gain confidence in their own abilities. -- Jo Ingleby, BBC Cook of the Year 2015 and Chef in Residence at Redcliffe Children's Centre
£14.19
Darf Publishers Ltd Paul, the Cool Giraffe
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£8.07
Hachette New Zealand Ltd A Lion in the Meadow
£9.99
Tradewind Books Roxy
Book SynopsisA riveting mystery for teens set in Greece.
£8.05
Tradewind Books Caravaggio: Signed in Blood
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£7.95
Tradewind Books The Time Camera
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£7.43
Tradewind Books Siena Summer
Book SynopsisIn one short summer teenager Angela rescues a horse and falls in love, against the backdrop of an Italian city.
£8.05
Tradewind Books The Runaway
Book SynopsisHumour, love and adventure combine in this captivating novel for teens set in the 1920s.
£7.95
Tradewind Books Time For Flowers, Time For Snow (with Cd)
Book SynopsisThe legendary Terry Jones narrates this beautiful reimagining of Demeter and Persephone.
£11.35
Tradewind Books Graveyard Hounds
Book SynopsisWhen Annie's dog loses her bark, she teams up with her best friend to investigate - and discovers a terrible secret with the power to bring disaster on their town.
£8.07
Tradewind Books Angels Inc.
Book SynopsisWendy and Zachary's scheme to do good deeds for their neighbours goes wrong, but when thieves show up this gives them a chance to redeem themselves.
£6.19
Tradewind Books Henry Chow: And Other Stories
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£7.95
Tradewind Books Black Dog Dream Dog
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£8.50
Tradewind Books Broken
Book SynopsisAsh has her fair share of typical teenage problems - but her power to break glass without even touching it is something else entirely...
£8.05
Tradewind Books The Graveyard Hounds
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£8.07
Tradewind Books Shu-li And Diego
Book SynopsisIn this sequel to the popular Shu-Li and Tamara, Paul Yee recounts the adventures of Shu-Li and her classmate Diego as they face the challenge of taking care of a neighbour's dog.
£6.81
Tradewind Books Frame And The Mcguire
Book SynopsisTwo siblings find a dead body and are thrown into a murder mystery in which adults might not know best.
£8.05
Tradewind Books The Circle Cast
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£8.50
Tradewind Books Mimi Power And The I-don't-know-what
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£7.95
Tradewind Books The Sphere Of Septimus
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£7.43
Tradewind Books Where I Belong
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£7.95
Tradewind Books Nutz!
Book SynopsisA charming chapter book populated by an eccentric cast of colourful animal characters.
£7.95
Tradewind Books The Heretic's Tomb
Book SynopsisWhen Annie discovers a mysterious amulet she is hurled back in time to the Middle Ages, discovering sorcery, treachery, treason and the horrors of the Black Death.
£6.81
Tradewind Books Shu-li And Tamara
Book SynopsisA story of the friendship between two girls in modern-day Vancouver. Shu-Li's parents run a Chinese deli, and much of the story revolves around food!
£6.19
Tradewind Books No Pets Allowed
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£7.43
Tradewind Books Victoria
Book SynopsisA young girl loses both her family and her home in this heartbreaking tale.
£8.50
Tradewind Books The Secret Keepers
Book SynopsisA teen historical novel that takes young readers back to San Francisco's Chinatown in 1906.
£7.95
Tradewind Books The Lewton Experiment
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£7.95
Tradewind Books Sam Swallow And The Riddleworld League
Book SynopsisA wistful boy falls into Riddleworld and transforms into a swallow and must solve some tricky puzzles to get back to Earth!
£7.95
