Children’s / Teenage fiction: School stories
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
David Fickling Books Emily Lime - Librarian Detective: The Pencil Case
Book SynopsisIt's a new term at St Rita's School for Spirited Girls, and there are new mysteries for Emily, Daphne and George to solve! Who has stolen a painting from Pilkington Art Gallery? (And why? It's not even a very good one!) How can they get rid of a new headmistress who threatens the very future of the library? And why are there cows all over the sports field? Expect the unexpected as Emily Lime investigates!Trade ReviewBlends Enid Blyton's Malory Towers stories with a touch of Sherlock Holmes. Deliciously funny and a must for mystery fans * The Week Jr, praise for the Emily Lime series *Daring tale of mischief * Scotsman, praise for the Emily Lime series *This sniggeringly funny, totally deadpan book is a joy to read * BookTrust, praise for the Emily Lime series *Dave Shelton's illustrations capture the spirit of the story perfectly * Julia Eccleshare, praise for the Emily Lime series *
£999.99
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
Oratia Media Bullies & Warriors
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£999.99
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
HarperCollins Publishers Punkd and Skunked Book 11 Rotten School
Book SynopsisHilarious series of wacky stories from a US boarding school where naughty pranks and mischief rate much more highly than education. From bestselling US author, R.L. Stine.
£9.37
HarperCollins Publishers THUNDER RAKER Book 1 Agent Alfie
Book SynopsisA hilarious new series for younger readers, following the misadventures of an ordinary boy at an extraordinary school for young spies…
£9.37
HarperCollins Publishers Licence to Fish
Book SynopsisA hilarious new series for younger readers, following the misadventures of an ordinary boy at an extraordinary school for young spies…
£8.67
HarperCollins Publishers Dear Charlie
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers Little Monsters Rule
Book SynopsisGet your claws into this fiendishly funny new picture book from David Walliams and Adam Stower the sequel to Little Monsters!Furball is a loveable little yeti on his first day at Monster School. He can't wait to learn how to be scary, but it's hard when you look like a cuddly toy.When the big monsters at the school make fun of Furball, Howler the little werewolf comes to the rescue. Together, can they prove that little monsters RULE?A feel-good, funny story, packed full of monsters BIG and SMALL!Trade Review PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS’ PICTURE BOOKS: “Pre-schoolers will roar with laughter” – Daily Express “Part Aesop, part Spike Milligan… this is rollicking stuff” – Big Issue “Funny and with brilliant illustrations… sure to be another bestseller” – The Sun PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS: “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole “Dahl finally has a worthy successor” – Telegraph "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – The Sun
£12.34
HarperCollins The Best Seat in Second Grade
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£6.95
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Mary Ingalls on Her Own
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£16.19
HarperCollins If You Take a Mouse to School If You Give...
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£16.19
HarperCollins My Weird School 4 Ms. Hannah Is Bananas
Book SynopsisWith more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!In the fourth book of the original My Weird School series, art teacher Ms.
£7.38
HarperCollins The Best Chef in Second Grade
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£6.99
HarperCollins Biscuit Meets the Class Pet My First I Can Read
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£6.89
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ungifted
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£9.49
HarperCollins True . . . Sort Of
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£8.95
HarperCollins Splat the Cat and the Duck with No Quack
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£6.93
HarperCollins Publishers Inc My Weird School Special Deck the Halls Were Off
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£7.43
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Big Nate Strikes Again
Book SynopsisNow an animated series from Paramount + & Nickelodeon!For fans of Jeff Kinney and Raina Telgemeier, here comes the second novel in the New York Times bestselling Big Nate series. BIG NATE will surpass all others!But it won’t be easy. He’s stuck with Gina, his all-time enemy, in a class project for his least favorite teacher Mrs. Godfrey, aka Godzilla. To make matters worse, Gina ALSO ends up on his fleeceball team, right when Nate is set to win his first fleeceball championship ever. This is his moment for glory, but Gina''s sure to steal his thunder, or ruin everything. Will Nate win or lose? Pass or fail? Or end up in detention . . . AGAIN?Meet BIG NATE, self-described genius and definitely NOT the teacher’s pet in this comic-strip novel perfect for anyone who''s ever been to middle school.Big Nate is funny, big time —Jeff Kinne
£9.42
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Big Nate In a Class by Himself
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£9.42
HarperCollins My Weird School Daze 12Book Box Set
Book SynopsisA J and his friends from Ella Mentry School are graduating! Graduating second grade, that is. But between a zany graduation ceremony, a wacky summer vacation, and the off-the-wall antics of their new third grade teacher, the weirdness is only just getting started.
£48.77
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Shiny Broken Pieces A Tiny Pretty Things Novel
Book SynopsisJune, Bette, and Gigi have given their all to dance at Manhattan's most elite ballet school. Now they are competing one final time for a spot at the prestigious American Ballet Company. With the stakes higher than ever, these girls have everything to lose... and no one is playing nice.Trade Review"Equal parts mystery and social commentary, the novel is engrossing and titillating. An addicting thriller." -- Kirkus Reviews "The action never lets up in this scandalous sequel. Those who enjoyed Tiny Pretty Things will not be disappointed." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) Praise for TINY PRETTY THINGS: "A page-turner with a heart." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for TINY PRETTY THINGS: "Appealing both to dancers and drama lovers, this engaging, pulpy read skillfully explores a variety of issues, from sexual orientation to ethnic identity to single-parent households, in a glamorous, high-stakes setting." -- Booklist Praise for TINY PRETTY THINGS: "Diversity is organically spotlighted [in this] fun and fast read." -- School Library Journal Praise for TINY PRETTY THINGS: "A beautiful example of diversity in characters and settings." -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) Praise for TINY PRETTY THINGS: "Charaipotra and Clayton skillfully craft three distinctive, complex characters. This enticing glimpse into the ballet world is rich with detail and drama as the authors highlight its glamour and darkness." -- Publishers Weekly
£9.37
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Berenstain Bears ShowAndTell
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£6.93
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Big Nate Goes for Broke
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£9.42
HarperCollins Pete the Cat and the Surprise Teacher
Book SynopsisEveryone, even teachers, can learn something new at school in this Pete the Cat I Can Read adventure from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator, James Dean.When Pete goes to school, he finds out his teacher is out sick and the substitute teacher is .
£6.86
HarperCollins The Unteachables
Book SynopsisA hilarious new middle grade novel from beloved and bestselling author Gordon Korman about what happens when the worst class of kids in school is paired with the worst teacher—perfect for fans of Ms. Bixby’s Last Day. A good choice for summer reading or anytime! The Unteachables are a notorious class of misfits, delinquents, and academic train wrecks. Like Aldo, with anger management issues; Parker, who can’t read; Kiana, who doesn’t even belong in the class—or any class; and Elaine (rhymes with pain). The Unteachables have been removed from the student body and isolated in room 117.Their teacher is Mr. Zachary Kermit, the most burned-out teacher in all of Greenwich. He was once a rising star, but his career was shattered by a cheating scandal that still haunts him. After years of phoning it in, he is finally one year away from early retirement. But the superintendent has his own plans to torpedo that idea—a
£16.14
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Shadow School 3 Phantoms
Book SynopsisCordelia’s last year at Shadow School brings readers back for the finale in the spooky middle grade trilogy by J.A. White, the author of the acclaimed Thickety series and Nightbooks. Cordelia must complete her quest to save the world of the living from the ghosts, and dangerous phantoms, who terrorize them. Now available in paperback!It’s her final year at Shadow School, and Cordelia Liu isn’t ready to move on. Which is funny, considering helping ghosts “move on” is sort of her thing. But Cordelia can’t bear to give up the rare ability to see and help ghosts.A field trip brings Cordelia, Benji, and Agnes face-to-face with a dangerous phantom—a ghost capable of reanimating dead animals—and a team of professional ghost hunters that disappear right after they capture the phantom. Cordelia can’t help herself—she needs to know more about the ghost hunters and the phantom.It’ll
£7.59
HarperCollins Falling Short
Book SynopsisErnesto Cisneros, Pura Belpré Award-winning author of Efrén Divided, is back with a hilarious and heartfelt novel about two best friends who must rely on each other in unexpected ways. A great next pick for readers who loved Ghost by Jason Reynolds or The First Rule of Punk by Celia C. Pérez. Isaac and Marco already know sixth grade is going to change their lives. But it won’t change things at home—not without each other’s help. This year, star basketball player Isaac plans on finally keeping up with his schoolwork. Better grades will surely stop Isaac’s parents from arguing all the time. Meanwhile, straight-A Marco vows on finally winning his father’s approval by earning a spot on the school’s basketball team. But will their friendship and support for each other be enough to keep the two boys from falling short?
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc S.O.S. Society of Substitutes 2 The Zoo
Book SynopsisIf there’s a problem in school, there’s no substitute for the world-saving substitute teachers of the S.O.S.!
£6.90
