Children’s / Teenage fiction: School stories
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Cursed Melodies
Book SynopsisA new teen fantasy adventure series from bestselling author Connie Glynn, with hidden powers, budding romance and dark magic...Astrid glanced up at the looming manor house with all its spires and creeping ivy. A refuge, or just another cage?Astrid and Jonas have only ever had each other. As twins, they share a bond. But they also share something doctors have called twisted and demonic their entire lives: flowers whisper instructions, trees sing of their histories. The siblings are kept away from nature by their caretakers, but it still calls to them.Meanwhile, Gwen knows all about the shadow world of Bloom Bloods people living among us who have magic running through their veins. They act under the instruction of the Queen, conserving fantastical creatures and studying the ancient melodies of magic to keep the mundane and mystic worlds in harmony. But Gwen failed her application to Fountains Abbey, the venerable school that trains up the next generation of Bloom Bloods, and she is now determined to prove her worth.A mysterious evil is spreading throughout the world; unnatural monsters are appearing in hazardous places monsters that weave discordant magic. When the twins and Gwen collide, their unique abilities are revealed. But will their combined powers be enough to stop what's rising in the darkness? If you enjoyed The Twin Crowns series, you''ll love this!
£14.45
HarperCollins Publishers Stella and the Dragon
Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.
£8.12
Penguin Random House Children's UK Viking at School
Book SynopsisSigurd, the Viking from the tenth century, is still stuck in the twentieth century. He lives with his friends the Ellis family in a seaside hotel and constantly causes chaos. When Tim and Zoe Ellis take him to school with them a series of seriously funny disasters results.
£6.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Matilda Effect
Book SynopsisEllie was born in Bristol, but raised in a hamlet on the outskirts of Southend-on-Sea by a family of avid readers. So avid, in fact, her mum enrolled her in the local library before she'd even emerged from the womb, which was awkward for all concerned. Ellie's passion for writing stories flourished aged seven, when her parents bought her a Petite Super International typewriter for Christmas, and there was no stopping her.After studying for a Broadcasting Degree at the University of Leeds, Ellie realised there were too few home makeover shows in the world, and worked on a number of DIY and Garden programmes for UK Style. She then returned to studying and completed an MA in Screenwriting in 2008.She lives in London.Trade ReviewMatilda is a great character, a brilliant role model, and the book is a real affirmation of women as scientists * Parents in Touch *A warm-hearted, funny, madcap adventure . . . this book is going to get kids very fired up about science -- Robin Stevens
£7.59
Faber & Faber Lark Kasim Start a Revolution
Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling and award-winning author of Felix Ever After comes a heart-melting and joyful romance.Maybe it's too late to tell them how I really feel. That I've had these feelings for months, for years . . .Lark Winters wants to be a writer, and for now that means posting anything and everything on their social media accounts - just to build their platform. When former best friend Kasim accidentally posts a thread on Lark's Twitter declaring his love for a secret, unrequited crush, Lark's tweets are suddenly the talk of the school. To protect Kasim, Lark decides to take the fall, pretending they accidentally posted the thread in reference to another classmate. It seems like a great idea: Lark finally gets the courage to ask out their crush, Kasim keeps his privacy and Lark's social media stats explode. But living a lie takes a toll - as does the judgement of thousands of Internet strangers. Lark tries their best to be perfect at a
£8.54
Random House USA Inc The Cookie Vote
Book SynopsisVisit the state capitol with Mr. Tiffin and his students to learn all about how a bill is voted on and passed. This kid-friendly picture book from the perennially popular Mr. Tiffin?s Classroom series follows a group of students passionately engaged in learning how the US government works.Mr. Tiffin?s students are learning how a bill can become a law and are eagerly brainstorming ideas to make their state a better place. Mr. Tiffin announces that whoever has the best idea will have the opportunity to present their bill to Representative Noor during their class trip to the state capitol. Jeremy believes that they should name an official state cookie. At first it seems like a brilliant idea ? until his classmates begin to argue over cookie flavors and pick sides! The only way to settle this debate is with a class vote. When the students visit the capitol the following week to present their bill, Jeremy realizes that even the best ideas require a bit of compromise and often yield surprising ? and delicious! ? results.
£16.14
Digital Manga Tsumasaki Ni Kourozu
Book SynopsisOne day, college student Iwai receives an introduction for a job as an assistant to a mycologist. Upon his arrival, he is met by Murota, a seemingly moody and unsociable man. Iwai is uneasy at first, but he finds he enjoys the days he spends coming into contact with a world previously unknown to him, as well as looking after Murota when he forgets to look after himself. And, in the midst of it all, Iwai realizes his heart is gradually being drawn to Murota...
£12.59
Kodansha America, Inc Shonen Note: Boy Soprano 1
Book SynopsisA poignant coming-of-age series that's moving and musical from the creator of Our Dreams at Dusk: Shimanami Tasogare! Yutaka is a boy treasured by his choir for his beautiful, soprano voice. But what will he do when the inevitable arrives, and his voice starts to deepen? Perfect for fans of Kageki Shojo!!, Keep Your Hands Off Eizouken, Blue Period, and Boys Run the Riot. Yutaka Aoi is sweet, sensitive, and loves singing...so much so that he can't help but be brought to tears whenever he listens to beautiful music. He also has a talent few boys have: he can sing soprano. So when Yutaka overhears his middle school's choir group perform, he can't resist joining in. Inspired by the angelic sound of Yutaka's voice, the choir eagerly accepts him into their ranks. But when Yutaka's voice begins to change as he enters puberty, the journey ahead will be one of self-discovery and reflection for not only himself, but also for those around him.
£11.69
Cornerstone Middle School: Escape to Australia: (Middle
Book SynopsisRafe Khatchadorian is getting the Hollywood treatment in a film version of Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life starring Griffin Gluck, Lauren Graham, Rob Riggle and Thomas Barbusca.Rafe isn't exactly considered a winner in Hills Village Middle School to say the least, but everything's about to change: he's won a school-wide art competition, and the fabulous prize is getting to jet-set off to Australia for a whirlwind adventure!But Rafe soon finds that living in the Land Down Under is harder than he could've ever imagined; his host-siblings are anything but welcoming, the burning temperatures are torturous, and poisonous critters are ready to sting or eat him at every step. So with the help of some new misfit friends, Rafe sets out to show everyone what he does best: create utter mayhem!Previously published as Middle School: Rafe's Aussie Adventure
£7.99
Canongate Books Spontaneous
Book Synopsis'Truly the smartest and funniest book about spontaneous combustion you will ever read' JOHN GREEN, #1 bestselling author of THE FAULT IN OUR STARSA TIME magazine Top 10 YA Book of 2016!Mara's senior year is proving to be a lot less exciting than she'd hoped, until the day - KABAM! - Katelyn Ogden explodes during third period. Katelyn is the first, but she won't be the last senior to explode without warning or explanation. The body count grows and the search is on for a reason, while the students continue to pop like balloons. But if bombs or terrorists or a government conspiracy aren't to blame, what is? With the help of her oldest friend, her new boyfriend, a power ballad and a homemade disco ball, will Mara make it to graduation in one piece? It's going to be one hell of a year, where the only test is how to stay alive and where falling in love might be the worst thing you can do . . .Trade ReviewAaron Starmer skilfully welds sharp humour, deep loss, and roaring escapades. Truly the smartest and funniest book about spontaneous combustion you will ever read -- JOHN GREEN, #1 bestselling author of THE FAULT IN OUR STARSA compulsive, unexpected tale full of explosive energy, told with a balance of snark and sweetness by its wholly original (anti-)heroine, Mara. It gripped me as relentlessly as I gripped it! -- KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE, author of THE GIRL OF INK & STARSHits full force with glorious humour and breathtaking sadness. Spontaneous combustion never looked this good. I couldn't put it down -- DAWN KURTAGICH, author of THE DEAD HOUSEWonderful and weird . . . It's the beginning of a series of explosions and constant uncertainty about what will happen next - the perfect metaphor for growing up, of course, but also handled skilfully as a story device in its own right . . . The greatest strength of the novel is Mara's unsentimental voice . . . who is deeply - sometimes uncomfortably - relatable * * Irish Times * *A blood-soaked, laugh-filled, tear-drenched, endlessly compelling read * * Kirkus, starred review * *Will blow your mind * * People * *A complete treat * * Bustle * *A wholly original YA tale of identity, friendship, love, lust, and gory, grisly death . . . Explosive * * SLJ Review * *At its heart a book about growing up and saying goodbye * * Book Riot * *Bursting with heartache and gore * * Horn Book * *
£8.54
Girls Gone By Publishers Gay from China at the Chalet School
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£14.00
Guppy Publishing Ltd Bigg School: Best Friends Forever
Book Synopsis'Warm, honest and hugely relatable' – Cath Howe___________________Welcome to BIGG SCHOOL!Lola and Evie have been BFF since they were babies. When Lola discovers that they're in different classes at their new school, it's a total disaster! Lola is forced to sit next to Daniel, the most annoying boy on the planet. Worse still, Evie makes a brand new friend – snooty show-off, Cleo – who wants Evie all to herself.Three most definitely IS a crowd, but Lola is not going to lose her BFF without putting up a fight!With illustrations that express the often hilarious inner lives of the characters, the Bigg School series tells stories of the extraordinary lives of ordinary kids navigating friendships, change and all the ups and downs of growing up.Trade ReviewA funny, sweet and touching "big school" book, ideal for 9+ fans of Jacqueline Wilson. * Guardian *Relatable, real and really funny ... This warm, true-to-life story will hit the spot with so many readers. * Karen McCombie, author *Funny, touching and wise... as good as Jacqueline Wilson at her best * The Bookseller *Heartfelt and funny, this is a story about staying true to yourself, no matter what - and about real friendship * Sinéad O'Hart, author of The Time Tider *A fresh, funny story filled with feelings around the highs and lows and ins and outs of friendship. Lisa Williamson and Jess Bradley feel a perfect pairing and have brilliantly captured the seismic shifts of changing schools, house and friendship groups. * Jake Hope – Youth Libraries Group *This is a delight! It's warm and engaging, and perfectly pitched. Lisa's characters are spot on! We are all Lola and we all know a Cleo. * Abie Longstaff, author of The Trapdoor Mysteries Series *I absolutely loved Best Friends Forever. It's a warm, funny and bittersweet story of growing up and growing apart. This will resonate with so many young people, especially those leaving primary school. Lisa's writing is honest and heartfelt, and her portrayal of Lola's struggle to hold on to her best friend and fit in at her new school whilst remaining true to herself was captivating to read and felt so real. It's a best friend in a book. I just loved it. * Tamsin Winter, author of Bad Influence *
£7.59
Little, Brown & Company I Cannot Reach You., Vol. 1
Book SynopsisThe differences between Yamato and Kakeru couldn't be more obvious. Yamato gets good grades, while Kakeru's are less than average. And while Yamato is very attractive, Kakeru's looks are perfectly average. Not a problem-unless you're in love with your childhood best friend...How in the world can Kakeru make Yamato look at him when Yamato is completely out of his league?!
£10.44
HarperCollins Publishers India The Great SneakOut
Book SynopsisWith the help of her classmates, Ana tries to deal with her runaway sister. But how long will the third-grade gang manage to keep their sobbing secret?
£9.79
HarperCollins Publishers Invisible i The Amanda Project
Book SynopsisAmanda Valentino is the most mysterious, the most magnetic girl you'll never meet. But if you join THE AMANDA PROJECT you just might find out what happened to her...
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Creepy Creations
Book Synopsis The brand new World Book Day adventure and must-read middle-grade novel from the author of super-spooky Crater Lake. Perfect for 9+ fans of R.L.Stine’s Goosebumps. Trade ReviewReviews for the Dread Wood series: “Deliciously scary and hilarious comedy-horror, perfectly pitched for eight-plus.” The Guardian “Brilliantly creepy fun for young horror fans, with an unexpectedly moving ending.” – iNews “Jennifer Killick’s talent for horror and humour is blended brilliantly here as the spiky dialogue, unstoppable pace and genuinely menacing atmosphere build to a tremendous climax”– Daily Mail “This is Killick’s best book yet; think ‘The Breakfast Club’ meets ‘Stranger Things’, making great use of her talent for comic dialogue and her astute eye for just the right kind of scary for this age group.” – Editor’s Choice, The Bookseller After her last two books (the fantastically creepy Crater Lake and Crater Lake: Evolution), Jennifer has, yet again, upped the level of stylishly slick, sinister storylines and honed her clever range of shock / comedy techniques – from the laugh-out-loud, nose-snortingly funny moments, to the cheekily edgy asides, to the poignant warm-hearted, gentle, fun scenes she does so well.- ReadingZone (Book of the Day, February 16th 2022) Not for the faint-hearted, this edge-of-seat horror is hard to put down, with many chapters ending on a cliff-hanger. But it’s the humanity and backstories that stay with you when the trauma ends. BookTrust (Book of the Day, April 13th 2022) Authors “Sharp, scary and a whole lot of fun!”Christopher Edge, author of Escape Room “This is BRILLIANT! Creepy, pacy, smart, witty and just pure Jennifer genius.”Vashti Hardy, author of Brightstorm “Spine-tingling, rib-tickling stuff.” – Chris Callaghan, author of The Great Chocoplot “Dread Wood is absolutely BRILLIANT! Majorly creepy and hugely funny! Skillfully written, with a gorgeous cast of characters, great heart, and a moving and satisfying ending. I LOVED it!” – Eloise Williams, author of The Tide Singer
£4.72
Penguin Books India Pvt Ltd The Story Catcher Children
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£6.64
Penguin Random House India Misfit Madhu
Book SynopsisShy developer Madhu creates 'School Santhe' app, goes viral. Faces dilemma when app used for selling leaked test papers. Must decide to shut down app or stay silent. Dreams crumble as school blames her. Learns debugging life is harder than debugging app.
£12.39
Random House USA Inc miamigetsitstraight
Book SynopsisMIAMI JACKSON CAN’T wait for school to end. But who ever thought five days could be so long? His teacher is leaving for Ghana, his arch-enemy, Destinee Tate, is on his case, and now Miami’s keeping secrets from his best friend, String. Summer can’t come soon enough!
£8.92
Random House USA Inc Mad Scientist Academy The Weather Disaster 2
Book SynopsisFans of Ada Twist, Scientist, will want to join Dr. Cosmic’s class of clever monsters as they face down snow, floods, and a dangerous thunderstorm when freak weather conditions threaten the school in the second book of the Mad Scientist Academy series. Dr. Cosmic can’t wait to introduce the students to his latest invention, the CHAOS machine, designed to keep the school at the right temperature for learning. But when the machine starts to malfunction, causing extreme weather conditions, the students must use their upgraded handbooks to stop CHAOS before it destroys the entire school! Join Dr. Cosmic’s clever class of monsters as they solve the greatest challenges in science, in this blend of adventure and exploration, perfect for Common Core and STEM.With outlandish situations rendering scientific concepts memorable, McElligott has concocted a winning formula for learning as entertainment.--
£10.66
Faber & Faber Serendipity
Book SynopsisLove is in the air in this is a collection of stories inspired by romantic tropes and edited by #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Gilded, Marissa Meyer.The secret admirer.The fake relationship.The matchmaker.From stories of first love, unrequited love, love that surprises, love that's been there all along, ten of the brightest and award-winning authors writing YA have taken on some of your favourite romantic tropes, embracing them and turning them on their heads. Readers will swoon for this collection of stories that celebrate love at its most humorous, inclusive, heart-expanding and serendipitous. Contributors include Elise Bryant, Elizabeth Eulberg, Leah Johnson, Anna-Marie McLemore, Marissa Meyer, Sandhya Menon, Julie Murphy, Caleb Roehrig, Sarah Winifred Searle and Abigail Hing Wen.
£12.34
Random House USA Inc The Magnificent Makers 7 Human Body Adventure
Book SynopsisBoom! Snap! Whiz! Zap! The Magnificent Makers is a fiction chapter book series filled with real science, adventure, and characters kids will love! Every book includes two science activities kids can do at home.A modern-day Magic School Bus for the chapter book reader!Pablo, Violet, and their new friend, Lorenzo, return to the Maker Maze for a science lesson about the human body! With new challenges in store, they get to learn all about the heart, lungs, and digestive system. But even though the Maker Maze is as fun as ever, Pablo seems a little annoyed with his friends' playful teasing.In Human Body Adventure, the kids remember that it's important to put themselves in others' shoes and to always be kind. Don't miss the other books in the series!#1: How to Test a Friendship#2: Brain Trouble#3: Riding Sound Waves#4: The Great Germ Hunt#5: Race Through Space#6: Storm Chasers
£8.92
Scholastic The Witchery
Book SynopsisHaelsford, Florida is a Hellmouth and when the Haunting Season begins,Wolves rise from the swamp to feed. This year, the Red Three- Iris, Jailah and Thalia, teen witches at Mesmortes Coven Academy- with the help of the young witch Logan want to end the cursefor good. But the cost to break the curse may be greater than anyonecould ever know...
£11.52
Thorndike Press Large Print Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
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£28.76
OneTree House Ltd Mrs Battleship
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£12.34
Scholasticnc Restless Hearts Katy Keene Novel 1 Katy Keene YA
Book Synopsis Before Katy, Jorge, Pepper and Josie were best friends, they were just four teenagers following their dreams. Katy Keene is struggling to get by after her mom's death. That is, until she gets a call from her old friend Veronica Lodge with the opportunity of a lifetime. Uptown, Jorge Lopez is trying to break into Broadway. There's an open call coming up that could make his dreams a reality – but landing the role might mean pretending he's someone else. According to the tabloids, Pepper Smith is one of the most notorious socialites in the city. Good thing they don't know the truth about her past. And Josie McCoy left Riverdale to tour the country and pursue her dreams. But if she wants to become a star, it might be time for a change… Told
£7.99
Scholastic US Blood in the Water A Hunt A Killer Original Novel
Book SynopsisIt's your turn to HUNT A KILLER in this original YA mystery based on the bestselling immersive murder-mystery game! In the world of Hunt A Killer, players help PI Michelle Gray solve murders through a variety of games using clues from autopsy reports to police records, and more.
£10.66
Abrams DressUp Day
Book SynopsisAfter missing her class costume party, a girl decides she doesn’t need an excuse to dress up in this charming picture book, a relatable school story from author-illustrator Blanca Gómez. When a little girl is home sick for dress-up day at school, she decides there’s no need to miss out entirely: She’ll just wear her rabbit costume the next day! But when the next day arrives and she’s the only one in costume, it doesn’t feel like such a great idea after all. Can a little bit of confidence and an unexpected new friend turn a self-conscious moment into a wonderful one? Funny, endearing, and relatable to any kid who’s ever felt insecure, Dress-Up Day is an ode to friendship, embracing individuality, and putting yourself out there no matter the occasion.Trade Review**STARRED REVIEW** "There’s an emotional change on almost every page of this picture book as Gómez presents the possibility that moments of chagrin don’t last forever, and that disasters can morph into delight." * Publishers Weekly ***STARRED REVIEW** "Despite working in deceptively simple forms, Gómez effectively portrays the narrator’s emotions through body language and facial expressions, enhancing and expanding the text. This lovely little book celebrates one child’s experience in a welcoming, diverse environment and will speak to a broad audience." * School Library Journal *Gómez’s charming paper collage and digital illustrations have a flat rendering style reminiscent of child art and faithfully capture the distinctive gestures and deeply felt emotions of young children. . .Genial and satisfying in its sweet, childlike simplicity. * Kirkus Reviews *
£12.99
Abrams Puppy Bus
Book SynopsisTrade Review**STARRED REVIEW** "Brockington also explores what first days at new schools have in common, whether the students are human or canine: feeling confused, out of place, and lonely until an overture of friendship is extended. . .A fabulous, funny take on the new-kid and first-day-of-school concepts, especially for animal lovers." * Kirkus Reviews *Recently relocated kids will appreciate the support and humor here, and any kid will giggle at the final page. * The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books *A story that’s got all the markers of a classic anxiety dream becomes an amusing balm for hesitant school-goers in Brockington’s deftly comic picture book. * Publishers Weekly *The ridiculous canine twist addresses familiar new-kid/first-day anxieties and insecurities with humor and understanding. The narrator’s remark that “everything about this school is strange and different” will resonate with anyone who’s been in a similarly disorienting situation. * The Horn Book Magazine *
£12.99
Hachette Children's Group Reading Champion Hidden Talent
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).
£8.06
Capstone Global Library Ltd Friends All Day
Book SynopsisStella the Mouse, Nico the Toad, Delilah the Spider and Bo the Parakeet each love different subjects and different activities, so every part of the school day has something special to offer each curious creature. They are excited to greet the children in the morning and sad to see them go in the afternoon. Thankfully the animal friends all live at the school together.
£8.92
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Zachary Zormer: Shape Transformer
Book SynopsisFriday is Zachary Zormer''s favorite day of the week. At least it is until he realizes he forgot this week''s assignment, "Bring in something fun to measure." Tyler, the class show-off, brings a picture of himself from the newspaper. How can Zack top that when all he has to work with is a piece of paper he finds in his pocket? Week after week Zack takes on a different math concept (length, width, area, perimeter) with surprising projects including a mobius strip, a paper frame large enough to step through, and a light show that demonstrates how the sun heats the earth.
£9.79
Jolly Fish Press Public Funding, Public Decisions: How Eastside
Book SynopsisWhen Anika, Benny, and Libby learn their school board has additional funding to spend, they decide to explore: How do public schools spend their money? Who makes these decisions? Where does the money come from? And the most important question of all: How can they be part of the decision?
£9.49
Jolly Fish Press Jiu-Jitsu Girl
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£14.39
Jolly Fish Press It Happened on Saturday
Book SynopsisAfter thirteen-year-old Julia nearly becomes a victim of human trafficking, she must find the courage to speak up about her experience or else her friend could end up becoming a victim too.
£18.89
Sourcebooks, Inc Little Yellow Bus
Book SynopsisRide along in this heartwarming back to school picture book about facing the first day jitters!The Little Yellow Bus had prepared for this day for a long time. His parents had talked a lot about how great it would be when he heads out to pick up children and drive them to their school building-all by himself! Yellow wanted to feel excited...but he did not. Instead, he was nervous with the first day jitters, imagining that the day could only go horribly wrong. But, with a little help and encouragement from mom and dad, Little Yellow takes a deep breath, starts his engine, and decides that it's time to prove to himself that he can be brave. Little Yellow Bus is the heartwarming reminder that sometimes even the days when we are scared and anxious can become the most wonderful adventure, if we only believe in ourselves. Filled with full-color illustrations and an inspiring message for kids, this timeless story is one you will want to come back to again and again. Why readers love Little Yellow Bus: Parents, grandparents, and teachers will have fun reading aloud this inspirational, growth-mindset book to kids Screen-free fun for children back-to-school and the holiday season Perfect back to school gift for children ages 4-7 Ideal holiday gift and stocking stuffer for kids
£13.29
Andersen Press Ltd Hope Jones Will Not Eat Meat
Book SynopsisYou’re never too young to make a big difference, as Hope Jones has learned in her fight against plastic pollution. Now she's on a mission to save the animals, and persuade everyone she knows to turn vegetarian. But just how can Hope get Dad to give up his beloved bacon butties?Trade Review"Don’t miss Hope’s adventures, if you want to know what’s good for you (and our planet). . . [S]harp, lively, often very funny reading. Readers will be gripped by Hope’s campaign and will finish the book just as well informed as Hope and fully aware of how the choices we make every day affect the world." -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *"Hope Jones is inspirational and absolutely lives up to her name. . . a wonderful role model for other children who want to change their world" -- Kate Heap * scopeforimagination.co.uk *"Informational and inspiring... This is the kind of book the middle grade market needs" -- Rohini * Netgalley *"I really like how this series looks at these issues and how everyone can make a difference through even minor changes... a host of lovely characters" -- Cathy Petersen - Librarian * Netgalley *"I love Hope Jones... if you're interested in making a difference to our world then this is the book for you" -- Nicole Jordan - Librarian * Netgalley *"It prompted us to have lots of conversations about where our food comes from, healthy diets and climate change, and my daughters are now proudly flexitarian" * The Green Parent *
£8.23
Nosy Crow Ltd Earth Friends: Green Garden
Book SynopsisThe third fantastic book in the series about four friends who want to make the world a better place.There's a sad, neglected part of the playground at Poppy's school. She's desperate to win the competition to transform it and she's got some great ideas - a sensory garden, a hedgehog crossing, flowers to attract bees - but then she's accused of copying! Can Poppy clear her name and create the garden of her dreams?A brilliant series about the small changes that make a big difference, with themes of environmentalism and friendship. Written by Holly Webb, bestselling author of the Pet Rescue Adventure series.With cover illustration by Owen Gildersleeve.Look out for the other books in the Earth Friends series:Fair Fashion, River Rescue, Pet ProtectionOriginally published as Poppy's Garden, this edition of the book comes with a brilliant new cover!
£8.23
Little Tiger Press Group Fame!
Book SynopsisCalling all Dirty Bertie fans! Dirty Bertie – the boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits – is back for another helping of comic chaos! With ever-increasing madcap schemes and crazy capers, Bertie continues to delight his legions of fans who revel in his revolting ways. Join Bertie as he finds fame in front of the cameras, gets into a spot of bother on a fishing trip and becomes a modern-day Robin Hood. DIRTY BERTIE is a hugely popular series created and illustrated by award-winning illustrator, David Roberts (TYRANNOSAURUS DRIP, THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS, THE TROLL, THE EDDIE DICKENS TRILOGY) and written by award-winning author, Alan MacDonald (ASK OSCAR, THE PRINCE OF PANTS, SUPERHERO SCHOOL). With each hilarious story approximately thirty pages long and split into chapters with illustrations on nearly every spread, DIRTY BERTIE is ideal for confident readers to enjoy by themselves, or for sharing with your child.
£6.30
Bonnier Books Ltd Cookie! (Book 2): Cookie and the Most Annoying
Book SynopsisIn her second brilliantly funny story, science-mad Cookie is ready to save the planet!When Cookie finds herself with two tickets to see popstar Aliana Tiny, Suzie Ashby suddenly wants to be her best friend. One small problem - Suzie is the most annoying girl in the world. UGH! So how is that Cookie manages to fall out with her real friends Jake and Keziah and become best buddies with Suzie instead? Can she win them back, ditch Suzie and save the planet in the process?Trade Review'With a fresh, funny and joyful warmth permeating the story throughout, subtle lessons about negotiating friendships, an enchanting lead player who is both clever and playful, and fascinating facts about everything from science to saving the planet, this is the perfect all-round adventure for middle grade readers.' * Lancashire Evening Post *'There are plenty of laugh-out-loud moments in this enormously appealing sequel' * Red's Reading Club *'A fun and easy to read story...Told through a mixture of sharp and witty prose, stick figure cartoons, emoji sprinkled emails and rapid dialogue, this story will appeal to both reluctant and confident readers.' * The School List *Side-splittingly funny and supremely science-y * Adam Kay *
£13.26
Ragged Bears Mysteries at Starlight Academy
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£7.99
Knights Of Media Empress & Aniya
Book SynopsisThe first YA novel from the bestselling author of Queenie. When Empress starts at Aniya’s school, they’re not exactly best friends. But, when the two teenage girls accidentally cast a spell on their 16th birthday and end up switching bodies, they quickly learn that friendship is the most important magic of all. South London’s answer to ‘Freaky Friday’, Empress and Aniya is a moving portrayal of the importance of real friendship and the ups and downs of being a teenager.
£7.99
Secant Publishing Ninth Grade Blues
Book SynopsisNinth Grade Blues follows four teens through the adventures and misadventures of the first year of high school. Interweaving first person stories are told by: Luke: a shy, poorly dressed boy from the wrong side of the tracks. But he has hidden talents in science -- and he is even appealing to some girls. Elly: sociable and friendly, Elly worries about getting a boy to like her. She has frizzy hair, and a few excess pounds. However, she is also a top notch student. Elly has her life mapped out, all the way through a big church wedding and a house in the suburbs. Marcus: a freshman superstar, Marcus plays football and basketball at the varsity level and has his sights on a D-I college scholarship. He worries about having to choose between the NBA and the NFL. Mia: a smart, dedicated girl who gets straight A's. Her Mexican-American parents are intent on matching her up with a nice Hispanic boy. But Mia and Luke begin studying together, and very soon, Mia develops other opinions.
£13.29
Secant Publishing Tenth Grade Angst
Book SynopsisTenth Grade Angst (a sequel to Ninth Grade Blues, 2017) continues the story of four teens as they negotiate the roller-coaster ride of high school. Now sophomores, they grapple with growing independence and changing dreams and ambitions. Luke: a shy, hard-working boy from the wrong side of the tracks, Luke continues to come out of his shell with the friendly encouragement of Mia. His love for hunting, fishing, and all things nature-related keeps him sane and grounded, while ongoing problems with his dad worsen. Elly: a bit overweight and a lot insecure in her freshman year, Elly joins her mom at the gym, sheds a few pounds and discovers she can set her cap for star football players. But is that always a good idea? Marcus: a football and basketball star, Marcus comes down to earthdiscovering that there are limits to his athletic career. And, a series of rebuffs lead him to reflect on the best way to a girls heart. Mia: a straight-A student who looks like a good bet to be the class valedictorian, Mia is also on track to realize her dream of becoming a pediatrician. But just how angry will her poppa get if she insists on dating Luke?
£13.29
OneTree House Ltd Night Tribe
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£13.49
Georg Olms Verlag AG Visit to the Museum: Deutsch-englische Ausgabe.
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£13.49
Georg Olms Verlag AG Visit to the Library: Deutsch-englische Ausgabe.
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£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers SPIDER McDREW
Book SynopsisSpider McDrew is the lovable boy who can’t help being one step behind everyone else in his class. Three gently and funny school stories in one book. A Roaring Good Read for confident readers.
£8.67
