Children’s / Teenage general interest: Pets and pet care: Dogs

Book SynopsisBabies and toddlers will love discovering dogs with soft ears, a fuzzy tongue and fluffy paws in That's not my dog...With their bright, bold, eye-catching illustrations and fuzzy, furry, smooth and soft tactile patches on each page, babies and toddlers love the best-selling That's not my... books.That's not my... books are designed to be shared, and support sensory and language development. Don't forget to spot the little white mouse on every page!DID YOU KNOW...? One That's not my... book is sold every minute in the UK! With over 70 titles to choose from, there's a That's not my... book for everyone.

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Book SynopsisA sparkly special edition of the very first That's not my... book to celebrate 20 years of That's not my... books! Babies and toddlers will love touching the textured patches as they meet puppies with fluffy tails, shaggy ears and bumpy paws. The bright pictures and textures to stroke are designed to help develop sensory and language awareness.Trade ReviewMy baby girl absolutely loves this book...we have been reading it for a few months and she never gets bored * Amazon review *

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Book SynopsisWritten by bestselling children's author (and accidental American Dingo-owner) Carlie Sorosiak, this gorgeous treasury of fascinating facts and amazing real-life stories is the perfect gift for dog lovers.Throughout human history dogs have been by our side, paw prints following our footprints wherever we roamed. In this collection of fascinating facts and amazing real-life stories, discover everything you ever wanted to know about our very best friends.From tracing the evolutionary history of dogs to explaining the science of doggy senses, find out how pups communicate, whether they understand us, and if they really love us back!Meet the hounds of ancient history, worshipped as gods, and painted in works of art from the stone age to the modern day, and explore the stories of real-life doggy heroes, dogs with jobs, and how dogs help humans every day.A gorgeously illustrated gift book for every dog lover to treasure.

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Book SynopsisThe day has arrived for the Dogs' Summer Ball. It's so high class, that each dog must remove their bottom before they are allowed inside the hall. But in the middle of all the frivolity something unexpected happens and the dogs have to make a hasty exit... with or without the correct bottom! 'Big, clever, funny' SUNDAY TELEGRAPH 'It's maybe my all time favourite kids' book' DAWN O'PORTER 'Unmissable!' BOOKSELLER Celebrating its 10th year in publication, this unmissable and hilarious picture book has been shortlisted for the Sheffield Book Award, the Best Children's Illustrated Book Award and the Roald Dahl Funny Prize.Trade Review"Big, clever, funny." * The Sunday Telegraph *"It's maybe my all time favourite kids' book" * Dawn O'Porter *"Unmissable!" * Bookseller's Choice, The Bookseller *"It's illustrated with beautiful simplicity, written with verve - and is like nothing else you'll read this year." -- Benjamin Secher * The Daily Telegraph *"Clever and inventive... great fun from an author with a superb sense of humour... this is a hilarious picture book for slightly older children and a great book to read aloud." * Northern Ireland Homes & Lifestyle *

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Book SynopsisPugicorn, everyone''s favourite magical pet, is back with an adorable new sidekick: the Lovebug!It''s the season of Leaps and Love Hearts and Princess Ava dreams of going to The Lovebug Ball with her pet, Pugicorn. But the invitations are strictly for unicorns only . . .Could it be time for new traditions in Twinkleton-Under-Beanstalk? A sparkling tale of love and friendship, that shows it''s ALWAYS more fun when everyone''s included! The perfect Valentine''s Day gift for loved ones and little ones alike! Pay another visit to the Magic Pet Shop . . .PugicornPugicorn and HugicornKitticorn

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Book SynopsisFiona Watt is an Editorial Director and writer at Usborne Publishing. She graduated from Exeter University with a Bachelor of Education in Art and Design. She taught for three years at a primary school in Kent, before spending two years at a British school in The Netherlands. She started working at Usborne in 1989 and has written and edited hundreds of books including baby and novelty, sticker, art and craft, cookery, science and activity books. She has written all the titles in the award-winning THAT'S NOT MY series and many in the highly successful Sticker Dolly Dressing series. She is the sixth biggest-selling UK children's author, with over 10 million of her books sold in the UK since records began.

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Book SynopsisSpot's First Christmas by Eric Hill is a fabulous festive book! Spot finds out about Christmas trees, carol singers and presents from Father Christmas in this fun and festive board book edition of a classic lift-the-flap book. Show your little one all the delights and excitement of Christmas with everyone's favourite puppy.

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Book SynopsisOver a hundred years ago, a faithful little dog called Bobby kept a fourteen-year vigil by his master's graveside in Greyfriars churchyard in Edinburgh. Bobby captured the hearts of the townsfolk and remains a legend still today.Trade Review"Haunting illustrations" * The Spectator *"Classic tale . . . beautifully illustrated" * The Bookseller *"Haunting illustrations" * The Spectator *"Classic tale . . . beautifully illustrated." * The Bookseller *"Greyfriars Bobby is introduced to a new generation in Ruth Brown's lovely picture book" -- Clare Poole * Booksellers' Choice, The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisJoin Spot for some lift-the-flap fun! This sturdy board book includes full-page shaped gatefold flaps with peep-through die-cuts on each one. Peep through the flaps to guess who''s on the other side then turn over to see. Who''s in the woods going for a walk? Peep through the trees and turn the flap . . . It''s Spot! Who''s in the garden watering the flowers? Peep through the window in the garden wall and turn the flap . . . It''s Tom! Perfect peekaboo fun for all Spot fans.

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Book SynopsisExplore the paw-some world of pooches in this definitive guide to dogs that’s packed with fun facts and illustrations. Large continent maps show the origin of 150 weird and wonderful breeds like the Greenland Dog with wicked sledging skills. Plus amazing Pooch Profiles provide size, coat and personality stats. Kids will love this who’s who of dogs!Discover bright and cheery dog diagrams to learn about their super senses and satisfy your canine curiosity with brilliant features about record-breaking hounds, fluffy film stars and more. Kids will meet some of the world’s most unique pups like Africa’s magnificent Basenji that doesn’t bark but yodels and the mighty Irish Wolfhound that towers above its four-pawed friends. Inside Atlas of Dogs:- 150 awesome breeds and crossbreeds from North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and New Zealand- Large maps of each continent that show where each dog breed originates from- Atlas of a dog’s body and their super senses- Lively and colourful illustrations throughout with annotations that reveal unique and quirky dog facts and features- Pooch Profile detailing country of origin, size, coat and personality- Insightful Doggie Dictionary to help humans understand what their four-pawed pal is trying to say- Low-down of dogs with jobs including Hollywood hounds and courageous canines- Themed fun features that cover little dogs, gentle giants, heroic pups, doggie sports, furry film stars - and so much more- Plus, practical tips about just what it takes to look after your own waggy-tailed dog at homeFrom small dogs to tall dogs to lovers-of-the-great-outdoors dogs, this book will take curious readers on a woof-tastic journey across the continents. Written by Frances Evans and featuring incredibly cute illustrations by Kelsey Heaton, Atlas of Dogs shares wow-factor facts about our furry best friends. Perfect for kids who want to learn more about the history of dogs and puppy personalities, this beautiful hardcover atlas can be treasured forever.About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

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Book SynopsisIt''s summer in Twinkleton-Under-Beanstalk, and Princess Ava and her magical pet Pugicorn are helping out at Mrs Paws'' Pupicorn Training School!The excitable pups must discover their rainbow powers in order to graduate at the end of the week. But one little pupicorn is more interested in hugs and cuddles than listening and learning...Can Princess Ava and Pugicorn help Hugicorn find her powers in time?An adorable adventure, full of magic and friendship, with a gentle message about everyone learning at their own pace. From the creators of Pugicorn and Pugicorn and the Christmas Wish.Discover other books in the Magic Pet Shop series:PugicornPugicorn and the Christmas WishStarwhalLa-La-LlamaPandarinaKitticornStarpuffElepop

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Book SynopsisGorgeous canines of every shape, size and colour are bounding through the irresistible Dogs by Emily Gravett. Can you choose one dog to love best of all? With playful pencil and watercolour illustrations to delight dog lovers young and old, everyone will love to bark along with the Chihuahua and tickle the Dalmatian's tummy. Kate Greenaway award-winning Emily Gravett has created a wonderfully satisfying book – with a twist in the tail.Trade ReviewBeautifully composed... Gravett's expressive dogs are up there with Searle's cats and Thelwell's ponies * Sunday Times *Set to become a classic * Independent on Sunday *Captures, with characteristic wit and brilliance, the human qualities of their expressions... These cheeky canines will make even the most fearful give a woof of approval... * The Times *

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Book Synopsis'This wonderful book is essential reading for all children with furry best friends, written in a way that is very easy to follow and great fun!' - Kate SilvertonMy name is Steve Mann and I have THE COOLEST JOB IN THE WORLD! As a dog trainer, I get to work with our fantastic furry friends every single day. Now, I want to teach YOU how you can become an AWESOME PAWSOME dog trainer too!As well as all the essential skills such as Sit, Down and walking nicely on a lead, you'll also get to learn...- How to teach your dog to MAKE THEIR OWN BED! - How your dog's nose will help you find HIDDEN TREASURE! - Why DOGS ARE THE BEST!This book is filled with easy, fun and super-cool exercises for you and your dog to do together. You'll soon be qualified as an AWESOME PAWSOME dog trainer and, best of all, you and your dog will become the BEST TEAM-MATES ... while always HAVING FUN!The must-have book for any family with a dog and kids living under the same woof - ahem - roof! Trade ReviewSo easy to follow and it really works! -- Lorraine KellyDog Training Genius! -- Emilia ClarkeOwning a dog is not easy, but training doesn't have to be hard. Steve offers lots of useful solutions that keeps training fun. * Dogs Today *

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Book SynopsisA special film tie-in edition of the heart-warming story about the World's Worst Dog, adapted from John Grogan's phenomenally bestselling memoir, Marley and Me.Meet Marley, a yellow furball of a puppy who quickly grows into a large, rowdy Labrador retriever. Marley is always getting into trouble, whether he is stealing underwear, crashing through doors, or drooling on guests, some may say he's the World's Worst Dog!But those who know and love Marley accept him as a dog like no other. His heart is pure and his larger-than-life personality irresistible. He brings joy to his family, the Grogans, and teaches them what really matters in life.

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Book SynopsisAn interactive pop up book that inspires both hands-on learning and puppy-based delight! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning.Bold, brightly coloured pictures, lift-the-flap pages and entertaining rhymes. Pop up Peekaboo: Puppies provides lots of opportunities for parent-and-child interaction and hours of animal entertainment. Kids will love meeting all the furry friends throughout the pages, and the bright, vibrant colours will help keep them entertained. Babies and toddlers will be enchanted by finding the surprises behind each flap. This interactive toddler book for 2 year olds helps teach young children object permanence, which is an important step in childhood development. Turning the pages and moving the pop-ups help toddlers learn motor control for improved dexterity.Inside the pages of this pop-up adventure book, you''ll find:- Hands-on play that builds c

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Book SynopsisThere are six puppies in the pet shop window; five posh pedigree puppies, and a scruffy little mongrel with a grand ambition - to be a guard dog. The other pups laugh at him. How can such a small, scruffy dog possibly expect to be bought to guard a home? Especially when his bark is the most horrible, earsplitting racket they have ever heard! Will the poor little guard dog be doomed to a lonely life in the Dogs'' Home - or worse...?Trade ReviewA charming, funny tale * Daily Mail *A tale full of mishaps and coincidences which will appeal to a wide range of independent readers. The line drawings extend the humorous text beautifully * The School Librarian *It's a gorgeous story and not only has a terrific message, but the message is so coated with delicious sugar that any child would enjoy it. I must say I cried at the end because I was so moved . . . He is a terrific writer and I thought the drawings were absolutely marvellous -- Jilly CooperA hilarious new book for young readers by the ever-popular Dick King-Smith * Books for Children *Dick King-Smith creates a complete world of humans and animals, and their complex relationships. There is humour and sadness. There is plenty of action. Jocelyn Wild's scribbly line drawings add to the general feeling of pace within the book. An entrancing and captivating read for younger children. The prolific author has done it again... Written a winner! * Junior Bookshelf *

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Book SynopsisA collection of three adorable puppy stories to treasure, from best-selling author Holly Webb. The collection includes The Story Puppy, The Seaside Puppy and Monty the Sad Puppy. The Story Puppy: Jack forms a bond with a puppy at the local animal shelter by reading to her. But when another family want to adopt Daisy, Jack worries he’s going to lose his friend forever… The Seaside Puppy: Laura’s mum works as a caretaker for some holiday apartments. One family are always leaving their puppy behind when they go to the beach and Laura offers to take it for walks. But how will she say goodbye when it's time for the puppy to go home? Monty the Sad Puppy: Amelie has always loved dogs, but she never dreamed that her family would end up with two! Their puppy, Monty, has only been with them for a few months when her family offer to take in her ill grandad’s beloved dog, Daisy. Amelie promises Grandad they will look after the old dachshund brilliantly. But when Daisy arrives, she is obviously unhappy and scared. Meanwhile, Monty doesn’t understand why Amelie is making such a fuss over the new arrival…

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Book SynopsisThis is the ultimate fun-packed sticker book for children who love canines. Simple-to-read captions provide fascinating facts about dogs and puppies. Young readers will enjoy spotting the differences and similarities between the various breeds and types, as they decide which sticker goes where. The stickers are reusable, so they can repeat the process time and again. From the tiny Chihuahua to the enormous Great Dane, and from airport Beagle to brave mountain rescue dogs, children will jump at the chance to learn more about these furry friends, and finding out which dog is the biggest, the smallest, the fastest and even the funniest! • Includes all the most popular and familiar breeds, such as the athletic Border Collie, the loyal Labrador Retriever, the shaggy Old English Sheepdog and the spotted Dalmatian, as well as more unusual dogs, like the Basenji, Chow Chow, Keeshond, and Japanese Chin. • Child-friendly captions on interactive pages present informative facts about man’s best friend.

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Book SynopsisMeet Eva, Simone and Ash: best friends, budding journalists, and the stars of this delightful new series about family, friends, and DOGS, from the author of the much-loved MARSHMALLOW PIE and DOTTY DETECTIVE books! Eva has always wanted to be a journalist, so when she and her friends go whippet racing and find some underhand competitive cheating, she might just have found her next story. Can she get to the bottom of it, with a little help from a furry friend?

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Book SynopsisA picture book about healing after a bereavement, the death of a loved one or a family pet, by Caldecott Medallist Matthew Cordell. 'In a story that respects grief’s slow pace, Cordell’s writing and artwork together carry grace and heart.' Publishers Weekly, starred review 'Cordell speaks eloquently and respectfully to the universal experience of loss and recovery.' New York Times Louise and her family are sad after their beloved dog Charlie dies. “Life will not be the same,” Louise says, as she visits a little island that Charlie loved. But on the island, something strange happens: she meets a bear who teaches her that getting over a bereavement takes time and that sometimes, things can change for the better.Trade Review"Cordell speaks eloquently and respectfully to the universal experience of loss and recovery." * New York Times *"In a story that respects grief’s slow pace, Cordell’s writing and artwork together carry grace and heart." * Publishers Weekly, starred review *"A poetically beautiful story of grief and healing mirrored in the natural world has a touch of magical realism as a young girl processes her emotions and realizes that endings lead to beginnings." * School Library Journal *"Grief can be particularly difficult to address with young children, and Cordell wisely eschews the platitudes often associated with this emotion, choosing instead to demonstrate the healing powers of nature and time." * Booklist *"Provides youngsters with a talking point for their feelings about bereavement, and the depiction of a summer of adjustment to life without the loved one is sympathetic and patient. (Recommended.)" * Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books *

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Book SynopsisA hilarious story about friendship, patience and paw-prints! Brilliantly written by Stacy Gregg and illustrated by Sarah Jennings.Dog wants in. He's trying to build blocks, play with his cars and finish his painting masterpiece.Cat wants in. No, Cat wants out. In. Out. In. Out. It's enough to drive Dog crazy!Featuring well-known pets and their all-too-familiar characteristics, this fun-filled story is comedically told through the antics of mischievous Cat and increasingly impatient Dog. Can they end the day as friends?Written by bestselling author Stacy Gregg and brilliantly illustrated by Sarah Jennings, this hilarious tale about patience, friendship and understanding will have kids giggling all the way through!

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Book SynopsisA brilliantly funny and original picture book featuring a feisty female detective who is absolutely the BEST Finder-Outer-in-the-Whole-Wide-World!Penelope Snoop has a new case to solve her favourite toy, Sidney the Smelly Sock Snake, has disappeared. With her trusty sidekick, Carlos the dog, Penelope sets out to uncover the mystery and begins a search for the Sock Snake which will take them right up into outer space!Hilarious, original and fabulously illustrated, this is an irresistible picture book from the bestselling, award-winning Pamela Butchart.Trade ReviewA fabulously funny read aloud text is paired with playful, stylish illustrations and a very commercial jacket, all shot through with eye-catching neon pink * Bookseller March 2022 Children's Previews *

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Book SynopsisAvery is excited to be on holiday with her family. They’re staying in a gorgeous cottage right by the river and have lots of fun activities planned. The only thing that would make the trip even better is if she had a dog to enjoy it with. So when she finds Hazel, a frightened puppy all alone on the riverbank, she knows she has to help her. But where has Hazel come from and how can Avery make the little puppy trust her? A new story from best-selling author Holly Webb, perfect for animal-loving children, and fans of ZOE'S RESCUE ZOO and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Puppy Club! Join Jaya, Willow, Daniel, Elsa, Arlo and Harper as they all navigate the ups and downs of life with a brand-new puppy! When Jaya’s aunt reveals that Underdogs Rescue Centre needs funding for a new wing of kennels, the Puppy Clubbers have the perfect solution: a sponsored dog walk! There’s only one problem. Arlo’s puppy Dash is always racing about, and despite attending training classes, shows no signs of slowing down. Arlo is trying all he can to get Dash to work with him. Will he learn to listen in time to join the others on the Waggy Tails Walk? A heart-warming new series for young animal-loving readers, perfect for fans of Holly Webb and Helen Peters.

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Book SynopsisShadow’s Trip to the Vet involves children in dog ownership by guiding them through the process of taking the family dog to visit the vet. Claire Corridan promotes both preventative and emergent veterinary care in animals by teaching children how to recognise when their pet is feeling unwell and what to do to help them. Actively reducing stress levels in animals by learning how to recognise stress how to respond to a stressed animal and what to do to help improves knowledge and encourages empathy for both animals and people.

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Book SynopsisWINNER: CBCA Book of the Year, Early Childhood, 2020My friend Fred eats dog food for breakfast.I think dog food is disgusting.My friend Fred howls at the moon.I don't know why.He does a lot of funny things. But even though we are different, Fred is my best friend.'Acclaimed, prize-winning author Frances Watts demonstrates with this charming story that a simple idea executed with wit and imagination can bring deep joy and repeated pleasure to book lovers...a book that children and parents will likely love to re-visit at bedtime.' Reading Time

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Book SynopsisFrom fun in the ice-cream parlour, to teasing the neighbour's tabbies, Floss finds mischief at every turn, but when things go wrong, she uses her skills for good, and saves the day. A celebration of the bond between an owner and their pet, with a core message that helps children to understand how to find safe grown ups and to know what to do if they get lost.Trade Review"Utterly delightful! A heart-warming story with an important message." Catherine Emmett ; “A lovely humorous rhyming tale, with an important message on staying safe.” - Creative Steps Magazine ; "Finding Floss is not just a bright and beautiful celebration of the bond between a child and their pet, but also a clever way to deliver important messages to children about what to do if they ever get lost.” - Lancashire Evening Post ; "Books which teach our little ones valuable life lessons are so useful, and Finding Floss has a brilliant S A F E T Y message for small readers." @teenyreaders on Instagram ; "What a beautifully illustrated children's book! So bright and colourful and inviting!...I don't think we have ever read a story about getting lost before. It was lovely to have such a different type of educational, yet fun read before bedtime!" @playtimewiththedavies on Instagram ; "The book is full of colour, is fun to read and Melody loved trying to find Floss on all the pages. We had to read it quite a few times!" @mummyliu_of_two on Instagram ; "...a delightful story with an important message for children about what to do if you ever get lost." @childrensfiction on Instagram ; "I particularly loved the story touching on the girls blended family, always great to see diverse family make ups represented in children's book." @saltnpopperpot on Instagram ; "The story had a nice rhyming tone throughout which I personally love in a children's story book. The illustrations are wonderful and there's plenty of things to spot amongst the pages." @ourlittlesnipets on Instagram; "Not only is 'Finding Floss' pure eye-candy for any bookshelf whether in a bookshop or classroom, at a library or at home, it also plays an important role in teaching children about what to do if they get lost." - The Kids Books Curator

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Book SynopsisOver a hundred years ago, a faithful little dog called Bobby kept a fourteen-year-vigil by his master's graveside in Greyfriars churchyard in Edinburgh. Bobby captured the hearts of the townsfolk and remains a legend today.Trade Review"Haunting illustrations" * The Spectator *"Classic tale . . . beautifully illustrated" * The Bookseller *

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Book Synopsis? Brilliant illustrations capture the fascinating personalities of each breed? Discover how intelligent each breed can be!? Check out the charts for each pet?s trainability and energy levels? 100 amazing breeds to discover? A fun reluctant reader book Don?t miss this book it?s an absolute must-have for all kids?and older humans! Dogs is a must have illustrated guide to 100 of the world?s best loved breeds. Big dogs, small dogs, hairy dogs and silly dogs, this book has it all! Find out all about your favorite breeds and discover some new ones too. Each of the 100 illustrated dogs are accompanied by funny bite-size facts and stats to give you the lowdown on the breed?s history, quirks, and special skills. Discover brave search-and-rescue dogs saving lives. Meet the canine acrobats who are great at climbing trees. Who will win the race for the world?s speediest dog? Take a fast ride on a sled pulled by Siberian huskies. Hard working hounds, cuddly companions, super-skilled athletes, and funny-looking favorites, discover all the things that make each breed so truly unique. Luxuriously bound, with fun, memorable, full-color illustrations of every dog, It?s the perfect gift and future bookshelf favorite, for all animal lovers, both young and old! There will be no reluctant readers with this book in town!

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Book SynopsisDiscover the world of five adorable puppies and their friends and find out what makes each of them so special. In this charming book filled with beautiful illustrations and fun facts, little ones meet fantastic pop-up puppies and lift flaps to discover even more playful pups that love to have fun! With five pop-up puppies to meet, and many more fluffy friends to reveal along the way, little puppy lovers will enjoy playing peekaboo before finding out what makes each one so unique. Why is noisy Buster barking? Lift the flap to find out! What treasure Max found buried under the ground? Peek inside the pop-up to see! Which naughty puppy is getting ready to splash you in the sea? Take a guess, then look under the flap to see if you''re right! Turn the sturdy pages and discover the fun-filled lives of these friendly, funny, and curious canines. The wonderful world of puppies has never been so exciting!

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Book SynopsisDiscover an extraordinary tale of friendship and survival between a man and a dog in World War II in this young readers'' adaptation of the New York Times bestseller No Better Friend.No Better Friend tells the incredible true story of Frank Williams, a radarman in Britain''s Royal Air Force, and Judy, a purebred pointer, who met as prisoners of war during World War II. Judy, who became the war''s only official canine POW, was a fiercely loyal dog who sensed danger--warning her fellow prisoners of imminent attacks and protecting them from brutal beatings. Frank and Judy''s friendship, an unbreakable bond forged in the worst circumstances, is one of the great recently unearthed stories of World War II. As they discover Frank and Judy''s story in this specially adapted text, young readers will also learn about key World War II moments through informative and engaging sidebars, maps, photographs, and a timeline.

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Book SynopsisIT''S GOING TO BE WOOF-ONDERFUL!There is nothing Nicky wants more in the world than a dog to play with. But Mum and Dad don''t want a dog. Then Grandad has an idea - he and Nicky can make a dog: a snow-dome dog. Even better, he has some special clay, found at the end of a rainbow, so that the dog will be extra-special. Maybe even magic . . .Trade ReviewBlackman's perceptions of the world of children and their emotions are as true to form as ever, and the illustrations by Sweeten help to make the story one that children will enjoy * Books for Keeps *A beautifully warm tale from an award-winning author . . . The perfect festive gift to keep the winter chill at bay for those aged five to seven * Junior News and Mail *Snow Dog is a lovely, wintery story and would make a great Christmas stocking filler for young readers * The School Run *

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Book SynopsisLook! Ben can see the little puppies. This is an Engage Literacy title in the Yellow colour band, and is perfect for both guided and independent reading. It connects with the non-fiction text pair, Babies and Parents.

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Book SynopsisIt''s a dog''s life! An adorable book of letters from Bobs the dog, by much-loved author Enid Blyton. The perfect gift for animal-lovers of all ages.Bones and biscuits! If a cheeky bird didn''t fly down to my nose and eat a crumb off my left whiskers! Really, people have no manners at all these days! In this very funny book, Bobs gives us his opinions on everything from fireworks to frogs, cats to Christmas, in his own words. This illustrated collection of his letters takes us through a year in the life of Bobs, the adored pet terrier owned by national treasure Enid Blyton. Written by Enid Blyton every week to entertain young readers in the 1920s-40s, these have never been published together in book form before. The perfect gift for readers of any age, from 7 to 97, who love dogs and funny stories.

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Book SynopsisDress the dolls as they look after their adorable cats and kittens, taking them on a trip to the vet, a pamper session at the grooming salon, a fun day out at the park and lots more. With over 500 stickers of outfits, animals, pet food and accessories, this activity book is a must for young animal lovers.

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Book SynopsisMeet Knitbone Pepper, the lovable ghost dog haunting Starcross Hall and collect all his adventures!Roll up! Roll up!The circus is coming to Starcross Hall, and Winnie and her ghostly animal friends can't wait. The magicians, acrobats and clowns are such fun! But Knitbone Pepper sniffs something beastly in the big top... Packed with adventure, chuckles and woofs!

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Book SynopsisThis fun and informative book gives young dog lovers the canine know-how they need to make having a dog a positive experience for all — pup, kids, and parents alike!A Kid’s Guide to Dogs delivers the basics of caring for and training a dog to develop good canine habits with humor and creativity. In addition to learning about dog health and preparing for the arrival of a new dog at home, kids will discover fascinating tips on decoding a dog’s body language and how to teach a dog simple tricks. Full of colorful photos and illustrations, the book features easy crafts for making a dog bed, a doggy piñata, and toys; and offers dozens of ideas for getting both kids and dogs active, with indoor and outdoor games, hiking, swimming, and even a dog party with special treats kids can make themselves. Animal behavior consultant Arden Moore brings her expertise and years of sharing her pet knowledge with audiences on radio, television, and in live talks and award-winning books to this kid-geared guide. Whether the dog is new to the household or a long-time family member, this is the perfect resource for getting kids to take more responsibility for — and have more fun with — their canine companion.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Puppy Club! Join Jaya, Willow, Daniel, Elsa, Arlo and Harper as they all navigate the ups and downs of life with a brand-new puppy! Elsa loves her gorgeous puppy Coco but her family’s two cats aren’t so welcoming. They chase the terrified pup all over the house! And to make things worse, Coco’s chewing everything and it’s stressing Mum out. Luckily Puppy Club is on hand to help, and soon Operation Friendship is underway, with plans to keep Coco out of trouble and help her bond with the cats. But with each day seeming to bring a new disaster, Elsa can’t help worrying … what if Mum has second thoughts about keeping the puppy? A heart-warming new series for young animal-loving readers, perfect for fans of Holly Webb and Helen Peters.

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Book SynopsisLenny and Wilbur the dog are the best of friends. They do everything together! Lenny makes sure that Wilbur has enough to eat and drink. He also brushes Wilbur's golden fur to keep it clean. Wilbur just makes Lenny giggle and laugh! They are the happiest of friends.Table of ContentsWhere's Lenny and Lenny & Wilbur are Early Years picturebook perfection. Ken Wilson-Max opens a glorious window into the world of small children. The perfect size for little hands; really thoughtful production.CHARLOTTE HACKING - CLPE

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Book SynopsisLovable puppy Buster and his pack of canine pals are off on a tour of the best parks and doggie destinations around the world. Spot the mutts amid the crowds in Central Park, search for them among the pampered pooches at a spa and find them causing havoc at a dog show. There are 17 intricately illustrated scenes to search and 9 delightful dogs to spot in every location. Readers can also have fun finding their favourite breeds among the 100 plus bonus dogs hidden throughout the book.

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Book SynopsisNational Geographic Primary Readers is a high-interest series of beginning reading books that have been developed in consultation with education experts. The books pair magnificent National Geographic photographs with lively text by skilled children's book authors across four reading levels.Come along as little puppy goes out exploring in the world. Along the way he meets new friends, big and small, and sees amazing sites, but can''t wait to get back home to Mum. Told in simple yet lively text, Jump, Pup! will enchant kids.Level 1: Early readerThese books contain simple sentences and are just right for kids who can decode with ease and are beginning to read fluently. They are ideal for readers of Yellow and Blue banded books.Trade Review“The National Geographic books have been excellent for stimulating children's interest in the natural world. They provide something different to our regular non-fiction library books because they are pitched at an appropriate level for our children to be able to access independently… I can't recommend them highly enough.” - Andrew Stear, Headteacher, Milford School “The National Geographic books make a huge difference to the children within our school. Children love the fascinating images, the easy to understand text and how informative these books are about the world around them.” - David Baker, Deputy Headteacher, Springfield Primary

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Book SynopsisMeet Eva, Simone and Ash: best friends, budding journalists, and the stars of this delightful new series about family, friends, and DOGS, from the author of the much-loved MARSHMALLOW PIE and DOTTY DETECTIVE books! Eva has always wanted to be a journalist, so when she finds a stray dog outside her home, she might just have found her first case. Can she, along with her best friends at the Newshound newspaper, Simone and Ash, find Wafer's real owner? As the trail leads from one dead end to another, Eva realises that she might not want to get to the bottom of the mystery after all because won't that mean she just has to give Wafer back?With non-binary representation within the cast of characters, join Eva and her friends at the Newshound as they solve exciting new mysteries . . .

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Book SynopsisWhether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.For over 25 years Biscuit, the beloved little yellow puppy, has warmed the hearts of young readers.

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