Children’s / Teenage fiction: Sporting stories

Book SynopsisArthur Ransome was born in Leeds in l884 and went to school at Rugby. He was in Russia in l917, and witnessed the Revolution, which he reported for the Manchester Guardian. After escaping to Scandinavia, he settled in the Lake District with his Russian wife where, in l929, he wrote Swallows and Amazons. And so began a writing career which has produced some of the real children's treasures of all time. In 1936 he won the first ever Carnegie Medal for his book, Pigeon Post.Trade ReviewOne could hardly have a better story * Times Literary Supplement *The best kind of adventure story * Observer *Thrilling episodes * The Times *Mr Ransome's style is highly distinguished, his narrative hair-raising, credible and amusing * Spectator *

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Book SynopsisArthur Ransome was born in Leeds in l884 and went to school at Rugby. He was in Russia in l917, and witnessed the Revolution, which he reported for the Manchester Guardian. After escaping to Scandinavia, he settled in the Lake District with his Russian wife where, in l929, he wrote Swallows and Amazons. And so began a writing career which has produced some of the real children's treasures of all time. In 1936 he won the first ever Carnegie Medal for his book, Pigeon Post.Trade ReviewArthur Ransome's adventure books are an institution, and Christmas is the richer because of his invention, gravity, and solid matter * Times Literary Supplement *The seventh of the Arthur Ransome books about the Swallows and the Amazons, and I really think it is the best * The Sunday Times *The most exciting of the whole Swallows and Amazon series * New Statesman *

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Book SynopsisHooker, Azzie, Erica and the rest all play cricket in their spare time, but they''ve never taken it very seriously until now. Kiddo, one of their school teachers, suggests they form an official team and play proper matches - and Glory Gardens C.C. is formed. Hooker, as captain, soon finds out that cricket teams weren''t built in a day: some players squabble, some can''t catch, and some have tantrums and go home at half-time! So will Glory Gardens go all out for victory . . . or will they be out for a duck?Trade ReviewCouldn't recommend them highly enough * Test Match Special, BBC Radio 4 *Brilliant books for cricket fans * Oxford Times *

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Book SynopsisNot only does he spend the first match of the league suffering a dropped-catch jinx but now there' civil war in the team over the selections. Sometimes captaining the GLORY GARDENS Cricket Team isn't the fun you might think. It's not the matches that prove the most trouble for poor Hooker - it's the infighting.Trade ReviewCouldn't recommend them highly enough * Test Match Special, BBC Radio 4 *As well as getting involved with the nicely written characters, the books cleverly provide tips and a glossary of terms and fielding positions * Wisden Cricketer *

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Book Synopsis''Ahoy! Ahoy! Swallows! Ahoy!''Have you ever sailed in a boat or built a camp? Have you caught trout and cooked it yourself? The four Swallows, John, Susan, Titty and Roger return to the lake full of such plans and they can''t wait to meet up with Nancy and Peggy, the Amazon Pirates. When the Swallow is shipwrecked and the Amazon''s fearsome Great-Aunt makes decides to make a visit their summer seems ruined. Then they discover a wonderful hidden valley and things take a turn for the better...BACKSTORY: Discover the real Swallowdale, swot up on seafaring and learn all about the adventurous author.Trade ReviewThe world that the children enter as soon as they get off the train in the Lake District is as separate from their everyday world as Hogwarts or Narnia... For most readers, the idea of cooking trout you have caught yourself is as strange and poetic as the idea of casting a spell that turns a teacup into a turtle * Guardian *There is plenty of excitement, a little danger, a quality of thinking, planning and fun which is delightful and stimulating * Times Literary Supplement *Delightful...I was entranced from page one. Not only did I like his way of writing about the children, and the projection of the pirate fantasy into the Lakeland landscape. He evokes nature, its power and presence deftly and economically...There are passages in this book of which Wordsworth himself would have been proud -- AN Wilson * Daily Telegraph *So what makes these different to any other set of classics? In a moment of inspiration Random House had the bright idea of actually asking Key stage 2 children what extra ingredients they could add to make children want to read. And does it work? Well, put it this way...my 13-year-old daughter announced that she had to read a book over the summer holiday and, without any prompting, spotted The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas...and proceeded to read it! Now, if you knew my 13-year-old daughter, you would realise that this is quite remarkable. She reads texts, blogs and tags by the thousand - but this is the first book she has read since going to high school, so all hail Vintage Classics! * National Association for the Teaching of English *

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Book SynopsisJoin Ladybird Class on another imaginative learning adventure! The friends explore a stadium and learn all about different sports. Everyone cheers the athletes as they race, swim, do gymnastics and win medals. Can the class join in the fun, too? Let''s Play Sports is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

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Book SynopsisWhen Frankie and his friends go to a kung fu lesson to improve their football skills, a giant Chinese puppet magically transports them to the gates of The Forbidden City. The team soon learn that an ancient warrior called Zha-Hu is planning to destroy the Great Wall of China, with help from his dragon and an army of terracotta animals. Can Frankie and his team break the dragon curse in time to stop him?

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Book SynopsisWhen a 7th grader is forced to join her school''s hockey team, she discovers unexpected friendships and a budding crush on the team captain. This fierce and heartfelt queer romance explores the courage to face your fears, even when your dreams are on thin ice.Some goals are worth falling for. After a lifetime of humiliating sports experiences, Bea Mullins knows the best way to survive middle school is to stick to the sidelines. When PE is suddenly canceled, though, Bea is forced to join an after-school activity...which is how she ends up as a member of the Glenwood Geese, her middle school''s first all-girls hockey team.Bea would be happy sitting on the bench, but she doesn''t want to let down her best friend, Celia. Plus, the more time Bea spends on the rinks, the more she comes to enjoy her teammates, especially the incredibly talented--and incredibly cool--co-captain Gabi. But when low funding puts the Geese in danger of never playing again, Bea realizes she may lose everything she didn''t know she wanted.A hilarious and heartfelt middle-grade contemporary about first crushes and fierce friendships from debut author Emily Deibert.

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Book SynopsisMiguel is great at shooting. But he's not so great when it comes to dribbling. He can't take his eyes off the ball because he's afraid he'll lose it. Or worse, that he'll trip up! With practice, can Miguel master his fear and the skill? Told through accessible text and easy-to-follow panelling, young basketball fans will cheer for this Slam Dunk Graphics tale.

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Book SynopsisWhile her parents are studying an ancient settlement in Italy, Reeya Rai and her friend Finlay discover a nearby cave. Inside, they find evidence that a priceless, jewel-studded figurine of an ivory peacock may be nearby. Excited, Reeya and her family decide to explore the cave, where they find the priceless artefact hidden deep inside. But there's one problem: it sits on a ledge across a wide crevasse that's too far to jump across. Even worse, their rival, Dr Acker, is also searching the caves for the precious figurine. Will Reeya invent something to safely retrieve the ivory peacock before Dr Acker finds it?

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Book SynopsisQuinn O'Neill has a really bad habit. He wants to be part of a team, but every time he tries out a new sport or activity, he ends up quitting. In fact, his habit even earned him an unfortunate nickname - Quitt. When he sees a poster at school looking for people to join the school diving team, he decides to give it a try. But after making the team, nobody believes he'll stick with it, especially after he gets injured in a bike accident. Will he be able to get back on the board? More importantly, will he overcome his own self-doubts to help his team succeed?Combining exciting sports stories with a dynamic graphic novel format, these fast-paced tales of sportsmanship and teamwork come to life in full-colour graphic novels. Supportive back matter, including comprehension questions, writing prompts and non-fiction sports info, helps young readers and sports enthusiasts step up their game.

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Book SynopsisA young boy investigates an online claim about the lost city of Atlantis in this installment of the Cyber Sleuths chapter book series.Nick Pendleton’s favourite online star, Griff Willis, is lighting up the internet. In a series of social media posts, the star claims to have discovered the lost city of Atlantis! Has the star actually located one of the world’s greatest mysteries, or are his claims another epic myth? Follow along as Nick enlists the help of other mystery-solving kids - the Cyber Sleuths - to uncover the whole truth.Created in partnership with the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), this action-packed chapter book is perfect for young readers and demonstrates valuable media literacy skills.

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Book SynopsisA young girl uncovers the truth behind an online health fad in this installment of the Cyber Sleuths chapter book series. Dalia Gopie is shorter than all her friends. Then she discovers that her favourite social media influencer is promoting a miracle fruit - one that guarantees to make anyone taller overnight! Is this online fad the real deal, or is the popular influencer selling a tall tale? With the help of other Cyber Sleuths - a network of mystery-solving kids - and legit online resources, Dalia uncovers the truth about this too-good-to-be-true product. Created in partnership with the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), this action-packed chapter book is perfect for young readers and demonstrates valuable media literacy skills.

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Book Synopsis. Written with award-winning author Joanna Nadin, with fantastic illustrations from Clare Elsom. Champion cyclist Chris Hoy breathes his passion for cycling into this entertaining and imaginative adventure about an ordinary boy and his big cycling dreams.Trade ReviewIt is an inspiring tale: a young boy gets on his new bike and - determined to be the best - pedals to glory. * Scottish Mail on Sunday *

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Book Synopsis. Written with award-winning author Joanna Nadin, with fantastic illustrations from Clare Elsom. Champion cyclist Chris Hoy breathes his passion for cycling into this entertaining and imaginative adventure about an ordinary boy and his big cycling dreams.

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Book SynopsisPerseverance, thought Connor. To not give up even when it is hard to keep going.Connor loves practicing taekwondo at his dojang. Having ADHD means he has to work a little harder to keep his focus during sparring sessions, but that doesn''t stop him from mastering new forms and rising through the taekwondo ranks. However, when Wyatt--Connor''s nemesis--starts training at the same dojang, staying focused suddenly becomes a lot harder. Can Connor persevere and find his focus in time for the big tournament?Written by a neurodivergent author with three neurodivergent children, Connor and the Taekwondo Tournament meets a longstanding need for chapter books written from the perspectives of kids with ADHD and is the perfect addition to any young reader''s shelf.The Infinity Rainbow Club is a chapter book series featuring five neurodivergent children in a club at their elementary school. The club provides a safe space for stims and different communication styles to be accepted and celebrated.

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Book SynopsisTwo best friends. One spot on the baseball team. And a giant, looming, SMELLY turd tank. What could possibly go wrong? This is the first illustrated chapter book in a laugh-out-loud funny series told in dual point-of-view that's about friendship, teamwork, and the occasional fart joke. PFFFT. Fans of The Last Kids on Earth, Big Nate, and The Secret Zoo will love The Super Sports Society. Eleven-year-old Tommy has dreamed of being on the Bulldogs sports team forever. The Bulldogs eat, breathe, and fart sports. They’re part of the elusive Super Sports Society in his hometown, and Tommy knows that if he makes the team, he’ll be set up for life.   Meanwhile, Pel would rather be at home gaming in the air conditioning, but his mom decided that he has to “be a role model” to his little siblings (ugh!), and now he’s trying out for the Bulldogs too. At least that means the two BFFs wo

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Book SynopsisA REESE WITHERSPOON x HELLO SUNSHINE BOOK CLUB YA PICK Recipient of the 2021 Pura Belpré Young Adult Author Medal One of BuzzFeed's Must-Read YA Books of 2020 A Best Book of the Year: Cosmopolitan * Kirkus Reviews * SheReads * New York Public Library “An engrossing #OwnVoices novel.” —PopSugar “This book will set your dreams on fire . . . It’s fabulous.” — Reese WitherspoonA powerful contemporary YA for fans of The Poet X and I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter set in Argentina, about a rising soccer star who must put everything on the line—even her blooming love story—to follow her dreams. In Rosario, Argentina, Camila Hassan lives a double life. At home, she is a careful daughter, living within her mother’s narrow expectations, in her rising-soccer-star brother’s shadow, and under the abusive rule of her short-tempered father. On the field, she is La Furia, a powerhouse of skill and talent. When her team qualifies for the South American tournament, Camila gets the chance to see just how far those talents can take her. In her wildest dreams, she’d get an athletic scholarship to a North American university. But the path ahead isn’t easy. Her parents don’t know about her passion. They wouldn’t allow a girl to play fútbol—and she needs their permission to go any farther. And the boy she once loved is back in town. Since he left, Diego has become an international star, playing in Italy for the renowned team Juventus. Camila doesn’t have time to be distracted by her feelings for him. Things aren’t the same as when he left: she has her own passions and ambitions now, and La Furia cannot be denied. As her life becomes more complicated, Camila is forced to face her secrets and make her way in a world with no place for the dreams and ambition of a girl like her. Filled with authentic details and the textures of day-to-day life in Argentina, heart-soaring romance, and breathless action on the pitch, Furia is the story of a girl’s journey to make her life her own.Trade ReviewOne of BuzzFeed's Must-Read YA Books of 2020 "An engrossing #OwnVoices novel." —PopSugar "In this stirring novel by Argentine American author Méndez, passion for sports and personal growth intersect in Camila’s powerful, feminist first-person narrative about her experiences as an ambitious athlete, a teenager deeply in love, the daughter of an abusive father at the point of taking charge of her own life, and a young woman finding her voice in a deeply sexist, patriarchal society . . . A riveting coming-of-age story.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Weaving rich cultural specifics and electric energy into her prose, Méndez crafts a dynamic, feminist narrative that commands attention from the very first line. At its core, this novel is a full-hearted love letter to Argentina and “incorrigible girls” everywhere, emboldening readers to stand up for themselves and chase the dreams they hold dear." —Publishers Weekly, starred review "[A] high-energy #OwnVoices novel . . . Written in a relatable first-person perspective." —Booklist "With a mix of Spanish words, vivid dialogue, and rich description, Mendez paints a realistic image of a young woman battling to become herself against the odds . . . A powerful and realistic novel.” —School Library Journal “In Furia, Saied Méndez captures both the breathless beauty of fútbol and the depth of its political power. Sports intersect with gender, class, race, and identities around the world, and there’s still so much ground to be covered in telling the stories that live at these intersections. This novel is a thoughtful, vibrant addition. Camila shows readers that they can have it all, even if it’s not exactly as they planned it. She insists girls have every right to dream, to want, to live, and it is a pleasure to watch this character do all three things with love and fury in equal measure.” —Chicago Review of Books “A feminist story of pursuing your dreams . . . An engrossing story about using your talent and pursuing your goals with messages about gender equality and the complexities of love. Highly recommend for people who enjoy powerful #ownvoices stories.” —YA Books Central

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Book SynopsisTwo things that are true and one that is a lie:I think my mother is dead and alive. I think if I work hard I will be very good at something. I''ve tried to please my dad but I don''t think I ever will. Thirteen-year-old Morgan lives with his dad and his older brother, Mitch. He hasn''t heard from his mum since she left when he was two. He works hard on his football skills, striving to meet his father''s high expectations and ''be a man''. But what that means isn''t always clear-cut. When Morgan makes a friend at school, gets injured in a game, and his long-lost mum turns up, everything changes. Then, when he meets an old woman in need of help, Morgan must decide what kind of man he wants to be. Shining a timely and much-needed light on different kinds of masculinity, Darkest Night, Brightest Star is a unique and compelling novel from a masterful storyteller.

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Book SynopsisTHE END OF THE DREAM? Foul Playis the second book in the football-tastic Roy of the Rovers Graphic Novel series. Part of the first season, this exciting series is written by award-winning comics writer Rob Williams.With a stunning super-strike against premier English club Tynecaster, Roy Race announced himself to the footballing world. Melchester Rovers fans thought a saviour had arrived to lift them out of lowly League Two, and the agents came calling, sensing a new cash cow on the scene. But a lot of things can go wrong on a football pitch. Injuries can happen to anyone - even Roy of the Rovers. Is Roy's career over before it's even begun? Will he ever play in front of the Mel Park faithful again? And can Rovers make it to the playoff finals without him? The dramatic footballing adventure of Roy Race continues!Enjoyed this title? Pick up Play-Offs next to continue the story!Praise for the Roy of the Rovers series:EPIC! - Match of the Day MagazineI love the way that they are about so much more than football: they are about heart, values and family. Both graphic novel and fiction titles are compelling, engaging and a lot of fun. Lace up and get reading. - Jim Sells, Programme manager for Sport & Literacy, National Literacy Trust.Read with my 7 year old who is football mad, really enjoyed it and left us wanting to read the next one in the series! - GoodReads ReviewTrade Review"I love this book, Dad says Roy was around when he was younger and he has read it too! We can't wait to get the next one!" - Leggis (Toppsta Website)

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Book SynopsisThrilling, tense and hard-hitting, Chessboxer is perfect for fans of Netflix's The Queen's Gambit 'Gripping and surprising. I gulped it down' Sarah Crossan Leah Baxter is a genius. She's a few wins away from becoming a junior chess grandmaster, and her life is on course to achieve everything her mom and coach want for her. But Leah is at stalemate – grieving for her father, and feeling suffocated. She decides to make the ultimate sacrifice and quit chess. But chess doesn't want to quit her. Soon Leah discovers her new gambit: chessboxing, a dangerous hybrid sport which will test her body and mind to their limits. Can the pawn become the queen?Trade Review"A gripping and surprising novel about the destruction, but also the motivating power, of grief. I gulped it down" -- Sarah Crossan"Original, brash, funny and poignant." * Metro, Children's Books of 2019 *"With a truly pulse-quickening climax, this exceptional novel rages with raw emotion. It's a bona fide page-turner with life-affirming insights into grief, friendship and finding new paths." * LoveReading4Kids *"This scintillating book pulses with energy. Chessboxer pounds with the punch of a boxer, and yet remains contemplative, with ideas behind the fast-paced plot as thoughtful as a chess player." * Minerva Reads *"Funny and fast, Chessboxer and its heroine bridge the gap between board games and the boxing ring, seventeenth-century strategy and twenty-first-century blogging, in unexpected and fun ways" * ForeWord *

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Book SynopsisTilly dreams of having a pony of her own. One that only she can ride to stardom. Will her wishes come true when she joins Silver Shoe Farm Stables? The team at Silver Shoe Farm are proud to work with the World Horse Welfare Organisation caring for neglected horses. They're all thrilled when one of their rescued horses, Sarafina, gives birth to a filly foal who Tilly names Lucky Chance. Collect all 18 titles in this series of irresistible, uplifting and heartwarming pony adventures. Printed in a dyslexia friendly font and packed with up to date tips from three times Olympic Medallist, Pippa Funnell, as well as a helpful glossary and black and white illustrations on every spread.

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Book SynopsisA boy, a runaway alien and football - laugh-out-loud funny for ages 7-10! (With an hilarious twist!) From the international bestselling author of The Secret Lake. Eleven-year-old Charlie can't believe his luck when he opens his door to an alien one morning. Who is he? Why has he come? Charlie soon discovers that this alien is soccer-mad, and has run away from space to Earth to watch the World Cup with him...! 'Eeek, ' as Charlie decides to call him, takes up secret residence in Charlie's bedroom where he sleeps on the ceiling by night and pores over Charlie's football magazines and stickers by day. All is going well until nosy, sci-fi mad Sid Spiker, who lives next door, spots Eeek through his telescope. Sid has his own plans for this glowing green alien, which bring surprises no one could have imagined... Praise for Eeek! Eeek! has been praised by teachers, librarians, reading charities and parents as a great chapter book for keen and reluctant readers alike, and several UK schools have adopted it for Year 3 class readers or children's books clubs. In fact, one London primary school book club voted it favourite read three years in a row! It was also used in the 'Get London Reading' campaign. If you're looking for a funny chapter book for boys and girls ages 7-10 that combines humour, adventure, aliens and sport you're in the right place!Trade Review"Another great book from Karen Inglis. Like her previous novel 'The Secret Lake', Karen has kept 'Eeek!' to a manageable length. Too many books for this age group are so long that they tend to put off the less confident reader. It helps, as well, that it is illustrated which makes the text look both fun and manageable." – Louse Jordan, The Writers' Advice Centre for Children's Books

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Book SynopsisA young boy lands a dream job for the Cincinnati Reds where he becomes witness to a baseball record that is unbreakable.12-year-old Richie Goodwin doesn't think life can get any worse. His highly competitive nature always makes it difficult for him to make friends and now he must get a job to help his struggling family. When Richie lands a dream job as batboy for the Cincinnati Reds, his troubles continue to brew when he must answer to a bossy Senior Batboy, obey strict rules, and convince the guys at school that he really did land the job. After carelessly disobeying a clubhouse rule, Richie gets fired and now his friends will think he is a liar and phony.Given a second chance Richie must learn to follow the rules as he gets to witness Johnny Vander Meer set a baseball record that might be unbreakable.

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Book SynopsisGet ready for the race of your life… This is what it feels like when I’m running. When I’m running fast, I feel free. 12-year-old Lili is determined to defeat her arch rival in front of the Queen during her school’s anniversary celebrations. Adopted from China as a baby, Lili also has personal challenges to overcome, but when her training is thrown into chaos by events outside her control, she realises that she must choose between family and the race of her life. Meanwhile in 1944, Eric Liddell, hero of the 1924 Olympics, finds himself in a war zone. Separated from his family, he is getting ready to run his final race in a prison camp in China when his lifelong principles are challenged by the imprisoned children he is trying to help… Praise for The Race ‘Not your typical happily ever after, Roy has written a wonderfully relatable and inclusive tale, where all are welcome, and the beauty of sport brings everyone together in the end. There are life lessons to be learned in this inspiring story with friendship at its heart.’ SHAUNAGH BROWN International Rugby Player and Former Commonwealth Games AthleteTrade Review‘An inspiring, inclusive story with sport at its heart.’ SHAUNAGH BROWN 'An original, immensely readable take on the Eric Liddell story for the 21st century.' SALLY MAGNUSSON ‘A very interesting, relatable and enjoyable read that brings the memory of Eric Liddell to life.’ ALLAN WELLS MBE 'Written with a warm sense of inclusion and friendship, The Race is both an inspiration and an emotional journey into the lives of two runners, one fictional and one very real, but both with battles to fight and problems to solve.' LANCASHIRE POST ‘This book is built around the foundations of sport what it really teaches children is about family, the meaning of home and of the beauty and validity of dual identity.’ THE NATIONAL ‘An emotional story that follows two narratives set in two different decades, with the main focus being schoolgirl Lili as she prepares for the race of her life. Recommended for lovers of Michael Morpurgo, this book will tug at your heartstrings as Lili tugs at the knot of her shoelaces.’ BIG ISSUE NORTH ‘The Race is an incredibly inspirational and heart-warming dual narrative about racing, family and dedication which kept me completely engrossed throughout. An absolute winner!’ BOOK CRAIC ‘The Race is an inspiring and multi-layered read that both celebrates sport and assesses it. It gets off to a sprint start, but as the two runners chase their bumpy destinies, it evolves into an engrossing distance event, in which they face hurdles and select strategies, and ultimately remind us that determination, compassion and love have greater value than glory.’ ROARING READS ‘Roy Peachey has written a fantastic dual narrative story of survival against all odds.’ MY BOOK CORNER ‘A moving tale of what is important – what really is important. About the decisions we make and why we make them. A book everyone should read. Buy it if you race. Buy it, if you play rugby. Buy it anyway.' SUE CHAMBERS, WATERSTONES ‘The Race is a fabulous tale; Lili’s story interwoven with Eric Liddell’s. I loved every minute of this fairly short book... It’s this kind of surprise find that makes reading such a great pleasure.' THE BOOKWITCH '...could spark discussions about resilience, race and identity, research, the Olympics, history, family and personal priorities. Sure to offer an extra special appeal this year in the run-up to the Olympic Games.' BOOKS FOR TOPICS

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the Ultimate Football Heroes comes the fourth book in the Johnny Ball series, funny reading for football-mad kids.After leading the Tissbury Tigers to Worldies glory, Johnny is on the fast track to the top of football management. He's been signed by mega-agent, Darren Dealz, who wants him to take a job at the Tissbury Thundercats alongside the legendary manager Jaz Williamson. But Johnny's best friend, Tabia, has just been signed by the Thundercats as their star striker and she's not happy about Johnny hogging all the football fame... If the Thundercats are going to win the season, Johnny and Tabia are going to have to remember how to work as a team.Trade ReviewThis is a fabulous read. […] It is a hilarious book about a child football team manager. * NetGalley Reviewer *Johnny Ball fans will relish this amusing story with its liberal sprinkling of suitably dramatic drawings by Tim Wesson. Assuredly it’s a winner in this reviewer’s book. * Red Reading Hub *

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Book Synopsis Run, Run, Run! is a fun, fun, fun board book for on-the-go toddlers!It''s time to run a race like no other! Finish line? Winning? None of that matters here. Exploring is the goal! In this colorful board book by bestselling author-illustrator Taro Gomi, follow the racer as he runs far past the finish line and through fields, a farm, a forest, and more. Toddlers will delight in turning the pages to find out where he will run, run, run to next! Ideal for fans of Taro Gomi and his popular children''s books, including the classic Everyone Poops, My Friends, Little Truck, and Little Chicks, this board book combines irresistibly expressive artwork and energetic text to create a read-along story parents and kids will not walk but run to read again and again.PERFECT FOR ACTIVE TODDLERS: Not only do toddlers love to run-they love to run everywhere ! This spirited bo

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Book SynopsisArthur Ransome was born in Leeds in l884 and went to school at Rugby. He was in Russia in l917, and witnessed the Revolution, which he reported for the Manchester Guardian. After escaping to Scandinavia, he settled in the Lake District with his Russian wife where, in l929, he wrote Swallows and Amazons. And so began a writing career which has produced some of the real children's treasures of all time. In 1936 he won the first ever Carnegie Medal for his book, Pigeon Post.Trade ReviewIt is so well written that you don't realise that it is written at all. The best children's story -- Hugh Walpole * Observer *

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Book SynopsisNancy Blackett, the terror of the seas, has finally met a real pirate - the tiny, pistol-carrying Missee Lee, who has rescued them after their shipwreck off the coast of China. The only trouble is she wants to keep them. forever.Trade ReviewThere is plenty of excitement, a little danger, a quality of thinking, planning and fun which is delightful and stimulating * Times Literary Supplement *One of his best . . . In a class by itself * Guardian *He makes a tale of adventure a handbook to adventure * Observer *

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Book SynopsisTilly dreams of having a pony of her own. One that only she can ride to stardom. Will her wishes come true when she joins Silver Shoe Farm Stables? Every waking moment is about horses for pony-mad Tilly. She lives and breathes pony books and magazines and at night she dreams of ponies. At Silver Shoe Farm she is getting to know Magic Spirit better and better and growing in confidence with him. She's also enjoying making new friends both human and, with the arrival of Rosie, the perfect pony, animal ones too. Collect all 18 titles in this series of irresistible, uplifting and heartwarming pony adventures. Printed in a dyslexia friendly font and packed with up to date tips from three times Olympic Medallist, Pippa Funnell, as well as a helpful glossary and black and white illustrations on every spread.

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Book SynopsisAll Vera wants to do is fit in - but that’s not easy for a Russian girl in the suburbs. Her friends live in fancy houses and their parents can afford to send them to the best summer camps. Vera’s single mother can’t afford that sort of luxury, but there's one summer camp in her price range - Russian summer camp. Vera is sure she's found the one place she can fit in, but camp is far from what she imagined. And nothing could prepare her for all the 'cool girl' drama, endless Russian history lessons, and outhouses straight out of nightmares! Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier, Cece Bell, and Victoria Jamieson, Vera Brosgol's Be Prepared is a funny and relatable middle-grade graphic novel about navigating your own culture, struggling to belong, and the value of true friendship.

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Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelSpider McDrew gets the chance to play for the Parkfield school football team, in the end-of-season cup draw. As usual though, things are not plain sailing for Spider who lets his side down by giving away a crucial penalty kick. Poor Spider is a pitiful sight as he stands on the touchline all alone. Then, he is asked to take one last corner kick.Topaz/Band 13 books offer longer and more demanding reads for children to investigate and evaluate.Text type A humorous story with a familiar setting.A reader response page provides lots of opportunities for speaking and listening and scaffolding writing.Curriculum links ICT: Combining text and graphics; PSHE: Developing good relationships.This is the second SpiderMcDrew tale by Alan Durant and Philip Hopman.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisLucas is the best in his football team at taking penalties. He never misses ever. But one day that all changes and Lucas has to learn to deal with his mistake, finding a way of building up his confidence once again This thought-provoking story was written by Tom Palmer.Collins Big Cat Progress books are specifically designed for children at Key Stage 2 who have a Key Stage 1 reading level, giving them age-appropriate texts that they can read, building their confidence and fostering positive attitudes towards reading.Text type: A story with a familiar settingCurriculum links: Citizenship, P.E.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisFamily and food take center stage in this heartfelt middle grade story perfect for fans of John David Anderson and Antony John. For as long as he can remember, Curtis Pith has been obsessed with becoming a chef like Lucas Taylor, host of Super Chef.Trade Review"Food descriptions and attention to preparatory details pop as Negron serves up a toothsome tale filled with insight into the unseen obstacles even idols face, accented by commentary on poverty and different forms that family can assume." — Publishers Weekly "With a winning concept, and full of humor and hijinks, middle grade readers are going to eat up THE LAST SUPER CHEF. A truly delightful read that is packed with so much heart." — Jasmine Warga, New York Times bestselling author of Other Words for Home “This book had me grinning ear to ear from page one to the very end. There might have been a tear or two shed as well. Chris Negron is fast becoming one of my favorite voices in middle grades fiction.” — Greg Howard, author of The Whispers "Perfect for fans of Chopped Junior." — Kirkus Reviews PRAISE FOR DAN UNMASKED: “Dan Unmasked is a grand slam of a debut: timeless, moving, and filled to the brim with heart. I can’t stop thinking about it.” — Becky Albertalli, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda "Dan Unmasked is about sports and comics but also about the complicated nature of guilt and grief and the healing power of community. A beautiful new addition to the middle grade canon." — Aisha Saeed, New York Times bestselling author of Amal Unbound "Stirringly hits every despairing low and thrilling high of a sports movie." — Kirkus Reviews

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Book SynopsisGLORY GARDENS C.C. Hooker, as captain, worries that the team won't be able to hold it together: arrogant Clive is always picking fights, Ohbert is still as useless as ever, and there are all the usual rows and injuries. plus the whole team's unwavering determination to win against all the odds.Trade ReviewCouldn't recommend them highly enough * Test Match Special, BBC Radio 4 *Bob Cattell's tales couldn't be more wholesome if they came with bran and a fireside singsong . . . The books are fast-moving and, as you would expect, genuinely exciting * All Out Cricket *

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Book SynopsisA master storyteller, sympathetically in touch with real children and their interests, has created characters who are accepted as friends by children everywhere, not to mention plots which are eminently plausible and unexpected.'' SUNDAY TIMES, in an article listing Swallows and Amazons among ''99 Best Books for Children.

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Book SynopsisLadybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. - Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts. - Structured language progression to develop children''s reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. - Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). - Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. - A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra activities and learning resources. Jon''s Football Team, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and includes practice for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters tests. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.The blue and yellow team get three goals! Jon''s team do not get any goals. Ben Wills helps Jon. Now, Jon''s team get lots of goals!Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

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Book SynopsisFrankie and his friends and their dog, Max, are magic-ed to Brazil where they must track down three key items to help England win the World Cup: the referee''s whistle, a football and the trophy. Their adventures take them through a jungle, a Rio carnival and onto the beach for a game that could change the history of the tournament.Trade ReviewA great option for new readers * theschoolrun.com *We love these books, and can't wait to get stuck into this one! * Kick! *

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Book SynopsisIn the tradition of Out of My Mind and Rules, and inspired by the co-author?s own life, this is a heartfelt, candid, and illuminating story of a girl learning to live fully with a rare genetic disorder.Kate?s life in Baton Rouge, full of friends and family, gymnastics and Girl Scouts, is just plain great. But then, at the age of twelve, she suddenly develops a mysterious shoulder pain that won?t go away . . . and that will change her life forever. It turns out that Kate has one of the rarest genetic disorders in the world, Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva. FOP causes bone to form in places in the body where it shouldn?t, and there?s no cure yet. Kate will need to learn how to live with this difficult new reality, helped by those close to her and by a new pen pal named Amie, who has been living with FOP for years.Drawing upon much of Amie Specht?s own experiences with FOP, she and esteemed novelist Shannon Hitchcock have created a poignant, eye-opening, and uplifting story of finding courage and joy in the face of adversity.

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Book SynopsisIt is Sports Day at school and Topsy and Tim are cross that they are not winning any races. With one race to go, will the twins overcome their differences and work together?

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Book SynopsisSeth Burkettis a sports writer and social media manager who has worked with some of the world's biggest football stars including Ronaldinho, David Luiz and Wayne Rooney to create content, as well as their own social media channels. He is the author ofThe Boy in Brazil, which was shortlisted for Football Book of the Year at the 2015 British Sport Book Awards andDeveloping the Modern Footballer Through FutsalandFootball's Coming Out, which was longlisted for the 2016 William Hill Sport Book of the Year. Most recently he has released his first children's book,No Final Whistle, and worked with football YouTubers Woody and Kleiny on their autobiography.

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