Children’s / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories
Square Fish Gorky Rises
Book SynopsisOne fresh and fair summer day, as soon as his parents go out, Gorky sets up his laboratory by the kitchen sink to have another try at concocting a magic potion. This time he strikes upon the missing ingredient--half a bottle of his mother''s attar of roses--and he knows it''s success at last.While he is waiting for the bubbly, glinting liquid to show what it can do, he heads over to Elephant Rock, his best spot for doing nothing. But on the way he stops to bask in the sun, soon falls asleep--and wakes to find himself floating in the immensely blue sky, clutching his bottle of magic.There follows the most astonishing, bewildering, and bedazzling adventure a young frog could possibly have. Orbiting the globe has its ups and downs, however, and Gorky soon begins to wonder if he''ll ever get back to earth. He does manage to outwit the magic; but the potion saves a last surprise until Gorky reaches Elephant Rock, just on day later than he had planned. Gorky Rises i
£9.89
Square Fish Hey Al
Book SynopsisAl, a janitor, and his faithful dog, Eddie, live in a single room on the West Side. They eat together, they work together, they do everything together. So what''s the problem?Thier room is crowded and cramped; their life is an endless struggle. Al and Eddie are practically at eachothers throats when a large and mysterious bird offers them a new life in paradise. After some debate, they decide to accept.Transported to a gorgeous island in the sky, Al and Eddie are soon living a life of ease and luxury. But they come to find that the grass can be a little too green on the other side. After a dramatic, nearly tragic escape from their paradise prison, both man and dog agree: there really is no place like home.Hey, Al is the winner of the 1987 Caldecott Medal.
£9.49
Square Fish La Isla de Abel
Book SynopsisNaufrago en una isla inhabitada, Abel, un ratón muy civilizado, prueba su ingeniosidad y resistencia hasta el límite mientras él lucha por sobrevivir y regresar a su hogar. Escrito por William Steig y amado por sus lectores, La Isla de Abel es un Libro Notable de Niños del Año 1976 seleccionado por el New York Times Book Review y un Libro Destacado del Año 1976, y un Libro de Honor Newberry de 1977.
£8.54
Square Fish Solomon the Rusty Nail
Book SynopsisHere, in the great tradition of Sylvester and the Magic Pebble and Caleb and Kate, is another tale of magical transformation from William Steig, the creator of Shrek. Its hero, young Solomon, is an ordinary rabbit--well, ordinary in every respect but one. Whenever he scratches his nose and wiggles his toes at exactly the same time, he turns into a rusty nail. To turn back into a rabbit, all he has to do is think: I''m no nail, I''m a rabbit!This unusual talent enables Solomon to play some gratifying practical jokes, but it also leads to serious trouble when he''s waylaid by a one-eyed cat who plans to turn him into Hasenpfeffer. Solomon promptly becomes a rusty nail and steadfastly refuses to change back, even after Ambrose, the cat, and his wife, Clorinda, lock him up in a cage in their guest room. Sooner or later, they figure, they''ll be dining no bunny stew. How can Solomon possibly find a way out of this dilemma? Praise
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Random House USA Inc Babar and Father Christmas
Book SynopsisEvery child's favorite elephant, Barbar, returns in this unusual and heartwarming Christmas story. Babar's children have caught wind of a fellow in Man's country named Father Christmas who brings joy and toys to little children. If only we could bring him here, they wish. So they write the Christmas saint a letter inviting him to visit them. When they get no reply, Babar, ever the good father, rushes out to find the red-suited one. After much searching, and with the help of a dog named Duck, Babar reaches Father Christmas's workshop in the snow. Can Babar find a way to bring him to Elephants' country?
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Random House Children's Books Hoot
Book SynopsisThis Newbery Honor winner and #1 New York Times bestseller is a beloved modern classic. Hoot features a new kid and his new bully, alligators, some burrowing owls, a renegade eco-avenger, and several extremely poisonous snakes.A PARADE BEST KIDS BOOK OF ALL TIMEEverybody loves Mother Paula's pancakes. Everybody, that is, except the colony of cute but endangered owls that live on the building site of the new restaurant. Can the awkward new kid and his feral friend prank the pancake people out of town? Or is the owls' fate cemented in pancake batter?Welcome to Carl Hiaasen's Florida—where the creatures are wild and the people are wilder!
£18.04
Random House USA Inc Lets Play
Book SynopsisA playful board book from four-time Caldecott Honor-winner Leo Lionni book for the very youngest readers! “What shall we do today?” two mice ask each other. “Read a book? Pick flowers? Go swimming? Play ball? Climb a tree or gather leaves? Play hide-and-seek or dress-up? Talk on the telephone–until it’s time to say good night?” Lionni’s award-winning graphic art is at its best in this very simple board book that begs to be shared with a baby or toddler.
£8.91
Random House USA Inc The Jolly Barnyard
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Random House USA Inc Hoot
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Random House Studio Duck Goose
Book SynopsisHonk and quack with these unlikely feathered friends as they explore the highs and lows of friendship! Now an animated series, available to stream on Apple TV+!Meet Duck and Goose, two young birds who mistake a polka-dot ball for an egg and have to master the art of cooperation—and sharing—to take care of it. But friendship is not always easy, as proved in this funny, accessible story. Young readers will instantly recognize themselves in these adorable and eternally optimistic characters. And this beautiful keepsake edition features extra content from the author on how to draw Duck & Goose. “Charming, funny, simple, and surprising. . . . Hills is master of the light comic touch.”—The Boston Globe
£999.99
Random House USA Inc Summer Pony
Book SynopsisGinny has always dreamed of having her very own pony, so when her parents agree to rent her a pony for the summer, Ginny is thrilled! But when Mokey arrives, she is shaggy, dirty, and half-starved-not at all what Ginny had in mind. Can Ginny still have the summer of her dreams?
£8.59
Random House USA Inc Dragon Keepers 1 The Dragon in the Sock Drawer
Book SynopsisFor Magic Tree House readers who are ready for something longer, the Dragon Keepers series has the perfect length and reading level, along with the fast-paced writing, adventure, and sense of teamwork that kids love to read. Ten-year-old cousins Jesse and Daisy have always wanted something magical to happen to them. So it’s a wish come true when Jesse’s newly found thunder egg hatches and a helpless, tiny, but very loud, baby dragon pops out. Soon the two kids are at the dragon’s beck and call, trying to figure out what to feed her. An Internet search leads them to the library, which leads them back to the Internet, where they find a very strange Web site called foundadragon.org. Here the cousins discover that the dragon’s hatching has designated them “Dragon Keepers.” Not only do they have to feed the dragon, whom they named Emmy, but they also have to keep her safe from the villainous Saint George, who has kept himself alive over
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Random House USA Inc Babymouse 11 Dragonslayer
Book SynopsisMeet Babymouse--the spunky mouse beloved by young readers for more than a decade! Babymouse is on a quest to lead her friends to victory! But first, she’ll need to conquer her biggest challenge yet—MATH. This groundbreaking young graphic novel series, full of humor and fun, is a bestseller that’s sold more than three million copies! Move over, Superman, here comes Babymouse!—The Chicago Sun-TimesGet ready for the next big epic fantasy . . . In a distant kingdom a growing darkness falls over the land. One is called to bring hope and slay the Mighty Dragon. Could it be . . . Babymouse? Our brave young hero will lead her fellow Mathletes in the quest of a lifetime, a death-defying fight to win back both her school’s honor and the coveted GOLDEN SLIDE RULE. Can she conquer the evil Owlgorithms and her own personal dragon—MATH? Find out in Dragonslayer!DON'T MISS The BIG Adve
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Random House USA Inc Duck Goose Its Time for Christmas
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Random House Children's Books Duck Goose Here Comes the Easter Bunny
Book SynopsisJoin the egg-stremely popular Duck and Goose and friends for a springtime adventure perfect for an Easter read-along! Now an animated series, available to stream on Apple TV+! New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Tad Hills brings our favorite feathered friends out to celebrate spring in this sturdy board book. Duck & Goose have lots of ideas about how to find the Easter Bunny, but will they succeed? Preschoolers won't be able to resist this latest board book featuring Duck & Goose, lots of colorful eggs, and the Easter Bunny.
£10.34
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Socks
Book SynopsisNewbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary charms readers with yet another lovable character—Socks, a jealous cat who must learn to share his owners with their new baby. Socks is one happy cat. He lives the good life with his affectionate owners, Mr. and Mrs. Bricker. Ever since the day they saved him from a life spent in a mailbox drop slot, Socks has been the center of their world. And he always has everything he needs—tasty kitty treats and all the lap room he could want!But when a new baby arrives, suddenly the Brickers have less and less time for Socks. Little Charles William is the one getting all the attention. Socks feels left out—and to show it, he starts getting into all sorts of trouble! What will it take to make Socks realize just how much the Brickers care about him?Both children and adults with roar with laughter. —School Library Journal
£7.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ribsy
Book SynopsisNewbery Medal-winning author Beverly Cleary gives Henry''s dog, Ribsy, center stage in this dog''s eye view of the adventure of a lifetime. This classic story about a dog and his boy is as fresh and funny as ever! Good ol'' Ribsy''s ever-curious mind has always gotten him into trouble, but this time he may have gone too far. After a comical turn of events, Ribsy finds himself in the wrong station wagon with the wrong children.Ribsy will do anything to find Henry, but there''s plenty of excitement to be had along the way—and scoring a touchdown for a local high school team is only part of the fun!For kids looking for a fast, funny dog story, Ribsy is a winner. This timeless favorite works well for independent reading.
£9.24
HarperCollins Ragweed
Book SynopsisThe first book in the beloved Poppy series by Newbery Medal-winning author Avi, with illustrations from Caldecott Medal-winning artist Brian FlocaA mouse has to do what a mouse has to do. Ragweed is determined to see the world. He leaves his family and cozy country home and sets off by train for the big city. What wonders await him: music, excitement, new friends...and cunning, carnivorous cats!Silversides is the purring president of F.E.A.R. (Felines Enraged About Rodents), a group dedicated to keeping cats on top, people in the middle, and mice on the bottom. Can Ragweed and his motley yet musical crew of city nice—Clutch, Dipstick, Lugnut, and Blinker—band together to fight their feline foe?
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Morrow/Avon Ereths Birthday
Book SynopsisThe fifth book in the beloved Poppy series by Newbery Medal-winning author Avi, with illustrations from Caldecott Medal-winning artist Brian Floca.Erethizon Dorsatum—better known as Ereth, the self-centered, foul-tempered old porcupine—is having a birthday. And he fully expects his best friend Poppy, a deer mouse, to help him celebrate in a grand manner.But Poppy has gone off somewhere with her husband, Rye, and it appears she has forgotten all about it. Belching Beavers, says Ereth, I am not angry! (Though perhaps he is—and more than just a little.)Ereth knows his special occasion deserves a special treat—even if he has to get it for himself. And what treat could be more special than tasty salt? But the nearest salt is located deep in the forest, in a cabin occupied by fur hunters, who have set out traps to capture the Dimwood Forest animals.In one of the traps, Ereth finds Leaper the Fox—who, with her dying
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Touching Spirit Bear
Book SynopsisIn his Nautilus Award-winning classic Touching Spirit Bear, author Ben Mikaelson delivers a powerful coming-of-age story of a boy who must overcome the effects that violence has had on his life.After severely injuring Peter Driscal in an empty parking lot, mischief-maker Cole Matthews is in major trouble. But instead of jail time, Cole is given another option: attend Circle Justice, an alternative program that sends juvenile offenders to a remote Alaskan Island to focus on changing their ways. Desperate to avoid prison, Cole fakes humility and agrees to go.While there, Cole is mauled by a mysterious white bear and left for dead. Thoughts of his abusive parents, helpless Peter, and his own anger cause him to examine his actions and seek redemption—from the spirit bear that attacked him, from his victims, and, most importantly, from himself.Ben Mikaelsen paints a vivid picture of a juvenil
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Random House USA Inc Little Lucy Goes To School Step Into Reading Step
Book SynopsisWith over 1.6 million Lucy books sold, this beguiling beagle has captured the hearts of both beginning readers and early chapter book fans! Learn to read with Ilene Cooper’s adorable beagle puppy, Lucy! What does Bobby do all day at school? Lucy wants to know! So when Bobby’s mom takes her there, Lucy takes off! She finds the lunchroom. She finds the library. But can she find Bobby? Step 3 (Reading on Your Own) is for children who are ready to read independently. Step 3 titles have stories with easy-to-follow plots and engaging characters.
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Random House USA Inc Duck Goose Lets Dance with an original song
Book SynopsisDuck & Goose fans of every age will want to honk, quack, dance and sing along with the New York Times bestselling pair in this fun board book, which includes a link to an original Duck & Goose song! Now as an animated series, available to stream on Apple TV+! Want to learn the Duck & Goose song and dance? Join Duck & Goose at their dance party! With easy-to-follow moves, like first jump forward and then jump back, Duck & Goose, Let’s Dance! is sure to get little bodies wiggling. This lively board book features lyrics from an original song by Lauren Savage and Ross Gruet, so put on your dancing shoes and get ready to “walk like a duck, honk like a goose, and flap your fuzzy tail feathers, too.” Here’s the perfect addition to any Duck & Goose library.To download the Duck & Goose song, visit duckandgoosesong.com.
£9.24
Random House USA Inc Drop It Rocket
Book SynopsisRocket, the beloved dog from the New York Times bestselling picture books How Rocket Learned to Read and Rocket Writes a Story, is back in a Step 1 leveled reader. Rocket is ready to find new words for his word tree with his teacher, the little yellow bird. He finds a leaf, a hat, and a star . . . but when he finds a red boot, he doesn’t want to let go. What will make Rocket drop it? With predictable patterns, simple words, lots of repetition, and bright, colorful illustrations, this Rocket book will charm young readers—and they can read it all by themselves!Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading.
£6.96
Random House USA Inc Dog Diaries 4 Togo
Book SynopsisSmall, feisty Siberian husky Togothe overlooked sled-dog hero of the 1925 serum run to Nomesets the record straight in Dog Diaries #4! When a diptheria epidemic breaks out in isolated Nome, Alaska, in January 1925, the only way to get life-saving serum to the town is by using dog-sled relay teams. Twenty teams participate, and the dog who inevitably gets credit for saving the town is Balto, lead dog on the final team which delivered the serum. But few people have ever heard of 12-year-old Togo and his musher Leonard Seppala, who carried the serum for almost double the length of any other team, and twice violated warnings to avoid perilous Norton Sound and instead ran straight over the frozen ice! With realistic black-and-white illustrations by Tim Jessellplus an appendix with information about Siberian huskies, sled dogs, mushers, and moreTogo's tale is perfect for middle-grade readers who love a spunky underdog!
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Random House USA Inc Pups to the Rescue Paw Patrol
Book SynopsisPAW Patrol is Nickelodeon's animated action-adventure series starring a pack of six heroic puppies led by a tech-savy boy named Ryder. Boys and girls ages 3 to 7 will love joining the rescue team in this full-color storybook.Get on the case with Nickelodeon’s PAW Patrol! Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, and the rest of the puppy heroes are on a mission to save their friends and protect the community of Adventure Bay using their paw-some vehicles, tools, and teamwork.
£5.99
Random House Children's Books The Golden Egg Book
Book SynopsisA lushly illustrated Golden Book Easter classic follows the experiences of a curious, lonely little bunny who impatiently waits beside an egg until a new duckling friend hatches. By the creators of the Caldecott Medal-winning The Little Island. Simultaneous eBook.
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Random House USA Inc Best Lowly Worm Book Ever
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Random House USA Inc Rockets 100th Day Of School Step Into Reading Lvl
Book SynopsisNumber one New York Times bestselling author Tad Hills returns with an all-new Level 1 Step into Reading story about Rocket’s 100th day of school. Don’t miss the animated movie based on the bestselling Rocket books—coming soon to PBS! Rocket, the beloved dog from the New York Times bestselling picture books How Rocket Learned to Read and Rocket Writes a Story, is busy collecting 100 things to take to school on his 100th day, and he has the perfect place to keep them safe. That is, until Bella, a squirrel who loves acrorns, gets involved. With predictable patterns, simple words, lots of repetition, and bright, colorful illustrations, this new Rocket book will charm young readers—and they can read it all by themselves! Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet
£6.96
Random House Children's Books Hurry and the Monarch
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Random House USA Inc Squirm
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Random House USA Inc Squirm
Book SynopsisA wildly entertaining adventure involving snakes, grizzlies, a menacing drone, a missing father, and the kid determined to find him. In classic Hiaasen fashion, the animals here are wild, and the people are wilder! Some facts about Billy Dickens: * He once saw a biker swerve across the road in order to run over a snake. * Later, that motorcycle somehow ended up at the bottom of a canal. * Billy isn't the type to let things go. Some facts about Billy's family: * They've lived in six different Florida towns because Billy's mom insists on getting a house near a bald eagle nest. * Billy's dad left when he was four and is a total mystery. * Billy has just found his dad's address--in Montana. This summer, Billy will fly across the country, hike a mountain, float a river, dodge a grizzly bear, shoot down a spy drone, save a neighbor's cat, save an endangered panther, and then try to save his own father. A fun romp that will keep readers hooked. —The New York Times
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Random House USA Inc Alexander and the WindUp Mouse Step Into Reading
Book SynopsisLeo Lionni?s Caldecott Honor?winning story about the magic of friendship is now available as a Step 3 Step into Reading book?perfect for children who are ready to read on their own. Everyone loves Willy the wind-up mouse, while Alexander the real mouse is chased away with brooms and mousetraps. Wouldn?t it be wonderful to be loved and cuddled? thinks Alexander, who wishes he could be a wind-up mouse, too. Lionni?s enduringly popular story makes a winning addition to the Step into Reading line, letting young children enjoy this classic all by themselves.
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Random House USA Inc Unusual Chickens for the Exceptional Poultry
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Random House USA Inc Mouse Scouts Make A Difference
Book SynopsisFor fans of Ivy and Bean and Junie B. Jones comes a brand-new chapter book series: Mouse Scouts! Violet, Tigerlily, and their friends are ready to earn their Make a Difference badge. If only they could agree on what kind of difference they want to make. But when the troop decides to clean up a local park, they find themselves facing an unusual rescue mission. Will the girls be able to make a real difference, or will this badge prove more than the Mouse Scouts can handle? Brimming with lively black-and-white illustrations?including pages from the official Mouse Scout Handbook, plus diagrams, games, activities, and more?this darling new series is just right for chapter book readers.
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Random House USA Inc The Cat in the Hat Beginner Booksr
Book SynopsisHave a ball with Dr. Seuss and the Cat in the Hat in this classic picture book...but don't forget to clean up your mess! A dreary day turns into a wild romp when this beloved story introduces readers to the Cat in the Hat and his troublemaking friends, Thing 1 and Thing 2. A favorite among kids, parents and teachers, this story uses simple words and basic ryhme to encourage and delight beginning readers. Then he said That is that. And then he was gone With a tip of his hat.Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7.
£999.99
Houghton Mifflin The Biggest Bear
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Houghton Mifflin Chester the Worldly Pig
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HarperCollins The Spooky Tail of Prewitt Peacock
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£9.49
Houghton Mifflin Buford the Little Bighorn
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Houghton Mifflin Eli
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Houghton Mifflin Imagine
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£8.32
HarperCollins Three Stories You can Read to Your Dog
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Houghton Mifflin Elephants Swim Sandpiper Books
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Houghton Mifflin Three Stories You Can Read to Your Cat
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Houghton Mifflin Butterflies Peterson field guides for young
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Random House USA Inc This Moose Belongs to Me
Book SynopsisFrom the illustrator of the #1 smash hit The Day the Crayons Quit comes the age-old tale of a boy and his moose . . .Wilfred is a boy with rules. He lives a very orderly life. It's fortunate, then, that he has a pet who abides by rules, such as not making noise while Wilfred educates him on his record collection. There is, however, one rule that Wilfred's pet has difficulty following: Going whichever way Wilfred wants to go. Perhaps this is because Wilfred's pet doesn't quite realize that he belongs to anyone.A moose can be obstinate in such ways.Fortunately, the two manage to work out a compromise. Let's just say it involves apples.Oliver Jeffers, the bestselling creator of Stuck and The Incredible Book Eating Boy, delivers another deceptively simple book sure to make kids giggle.
£16.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Red Wagon
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Random House USA Inc El artista que pintó un caballo azul
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