Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Friends and friendships
Calico Kid Dancing the Salsa
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£30.80
Abdo Publishing Company Eat Drink and Be Scary
£30.80
Abdo Publishing Company Lights Camera Snaction
£30.80
Abdo Publishing Company SMore Pizza Please
£30.80
Tundra Books When the Moon Comes
Book SynopsisWhen the moon Comes is steeped in tradition and nostalgia: for hockey, for childhood, for a simpler time.
£15.29
Tundra Books Ooko
Book Synopsis Ooko has everything a fox could want: a stick, a leaf and a rock. Well, almost everything . . . Ooko wants someone to play with too! The foxes in town always seem to be playing with their two-legged friends, the Debbies. Maybe if he tries to look like the other foxes, one of the Debbies will play with him too. But when Ooko finally finds his very own Debbie, things don't turn out quite as he had expected! A quirky, funny, charmingly illustrated story about finding friendship and being true to yourself.
£15.29
Tundra Books The Pink Umbrella
Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of Amélie, this is a charming story about the power of friendship, love and pink polka dots to turn rainy days into sunny ones and sadness into joy.When it's bright outside, Adele is the heart of her community, greeting everyone who comes into her café with arms wide open. But when it rains, she can't help but stay at home inside, under the covers. Because Adele takes such good care of her friends and customers, one of them decides to take care of her too, and piece by piece leaves her little gifts that help her find the joy in a gray, rainy day. Along with cute-as-a-button illustrations, The Pink Umbrella celebrates thoughtful acts of friendship.
£17.09
Tundra Books The Story Girl
Book SynopsisThe definitive paperback editions of L.M. Montgomery's beloved novels get a brand-new look for the next hundred years! Sara Stanley is only fourteen, but she can weave tales that are impossible to resist. In the charming town of Carlisle, children and grown-ups alike flock from miles around to hear her spellbinding tales. And when Bev King and his younger brother Felix arrive for the summer, they, too, are captivated by the Story Girl. Whether she's leading them on exciting misadventures or narrating timeless stories--from the scary Tale of the Family Ghost to the fanciful How Kissing Was Discovered to the bittersweet The Blue Chest of Rachel Ward--the Story Girl has her audience hanging on every word.
£8.99
Random House USA Inc The Explorers The Reckless Rescue
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£9.99
Random House USA Inc The Explorers The Quest for the Kid 3
Book SynopsisThe third book in the Explorers series has more mystery, more bravery, more danger than ever before! The perfect read for fans of Chris Grabenstein and The Mysterious Benedict Society!Sebastian is still at large, kidnapped again!Evie is still missing her grandfather, the leader of the Filipendulous Five!And there's still an explorer hanging from the edge of a perilous cliff!All this and more in the third book in the Explorers series: The Quest for the Kid.PRAISE FOR THE THE EXPLORERS SERIES:[A] wildly funny adventure. . . . Animals in teeny hats, Wonderland-style logic, and loads of wordplay and sarcasm will keep readers giggling all the way through. --Kirkus ReviewsExhilarating. . . . Fans of a Series of Unfortunate Events will be drawn to this. --BooklistA rollicking read, full of derring-do and old-fashioned villainy. --School Library JournalFunny, offbeat, and
£999.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Stars So Sweet
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewPraise for Stars So Sweet:"Dairman manages to blend an overabundance of ingredients into a tasty dish that series fans should eat up."--Kirkus Reviews"This book will appeal to a wider audience than others in the series, as it is less about evaluating restaurants and food and more about finding one's place and learning how to deal with problems. It can easily be enjoyed as a stand-alone read."--School Library Journal
£15.29
Penguin Putnam Inc Absolutely Alfie and the First Week Friends
Book SynopsisAlfie Jakes is starting second grade in the follow-up to Alfie Jakes and the Furry, Purry Secret, perfect for fans of the Judy Moody books! Alfie Jakes's summer was better than she expected. Even though her best friend Lulu was away on vacation, she found a new friend in her next door neighbor, Hanni. Hanni even let her take home a kitten! Now that second grade is about to start and Lulu is back in town, Alfie is worried. All she wants is for her trio to be first week friends, but what if Lulu and Hanni don't get along? Her secret first week, second grade wish is for them to become friends. What if Alfie's wish comes true--but with a twist she didn't see coming??
£6.99
St Martin's Press Crenshaw
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£17.09
St Martin's Press Farmer Palmers Wagon Ride
Book SynopsisIn his offhand, poker-faced manner, Steig narrates the comically hapless journey of porcine Farmer Palmer and his asinine hired hand Ebenezer as they return from town, their wagon loaded with gifts for the Palmer family.-Starred/Booklist
£9.49
Square Fish The Miniature World of Marvin James
Book SynopsisIn this Masterpiece Adventure, the first in a companion series for younger readers from bestselling author Elise Broach, James is going on vacation for a week. His best friend, Marvin the beetle, has to stay at home. Without James to keep him company, Marvin has to play with his annoying cousin, Elaine. Marvin and Elaine quickly find themselves getting into all sorts of troubleeven getting trapped inside a pencil sharpener! Marvin misses James and starts to worry about their friendship. Will James still be Marvin''s friend when he gets home or will James have found a new best friend?The Miniature World of Marvin and James by Elise Broach, with illustrations by Kelly Murphy, is the first in a series of chapter books set in the world of the acclaimed middle-grade novel Masterpiece.A Christy Ottaviano Book
£9.14
St Martin's Press James to the Rescue The Masterpiece Adventures
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£8.54
St Martin's Press Rookie of the Year
Book SynopsisFifth grade is turned upside for two best friends when a spunky new student joins their class in this illustrated middle grade novelthe second book in the funny and engaging Rip and Red series.Just when they think they''ve got the hang of things, Rip and Red find that fifth grade continues to challenge them in head-spinning ways. Tiki, a new girl whose Egyptian dad is an animal-rights activist, has just joined their class. She''s charismatic, funnyand she''s got game! Rip has his world turned upside down as Tiki proves to be tough competition on the Clifton United basketball team and leads a rebellion against the lousy new food service in the school cafeteria. Red, who has autism, is struggling with the upheavals as well. But as these two funky and funny best friends discover, sometimes radical change is the right move, on the court and off.With an energetic and authentic story from author Phil Bildner and dynamic black-and-white illustrations from Tim Prob
£8.99
St Martin's Press Paige the Pony
Book SynopsisEnter an enchanted world of fairy animal friends!Paige the Pony can''t wait for the Misty Wood Galashe wants to enter the Prettiest Pony Competition. She just needs to untangle her mane, smooth her coat, and brush out her tail. But when Paige''s friends in Misty Wood ask for her help, will she be able to keep herself neat and tidy?
£9.09
St Martin's Press Penny the Puppy
Book SynopsisEnter an enchanted world of fairy animal friends!Penny the Puppy is trying to learn something very important in schoolhow to count. The only problem is that Penny keeps getting distracted. How is a puppy supposed to concentrate on her numbers when Misty Wood is so beautiful and interesting? With help from some new friends, Penny might just find a way!
£9.16
Henry Holt & Company Bailey the Bunny
Book SynopsisEnter an enchanted world of fairy animal friends!Bailey the Bunny loves springtime. Easter is coming soon, and Misty Wood is full of flower buds for the bud bunnies to open with their little pink noses. But when poor Bailey gets the hiccups, she fears she won''t be able complete her special job. Can mischievous Petey the Puppy help?
£9.01
Henry Holt & Company Group Hug
Book SynopsisThere once was a slug, / needing someone to hug.When Slug happens upon a lonely beetle, he knows just what to do. He gives him a big hugand then the two friends decide to pass it along. They meet Mouse, who''s down in the dumps, Skunk, who''s a bit smelly, and more and more animals, until their group hug stretches wide and tall. But when Bear comes along, will there be enough hug to share? This delightful picture book encourages kindness and goes to show that a hugger finds happiness ''longside the hugged!
£17.09
St Martin's Press Cody Harmon King of Pets
Book SynopsisCody Harmon doesn''t love reading, math, spelling, or really any of the subjects that Miss Molina teaches in her third-grade class. But he lives on a farm and he loves animalshe even has nine petsso when the school holds a pet-show fund-raiser, it should be his time to shine. There''s a ten-dollar entrance fee per pet, though, and Cody can''t pay it for all nine pets. He''d love to take his pig, but what about the others? In the end, Cody figures out a way to lend out his pets so that every person in the class (and every pet) gets to participate in the show.Claudia Mills delivers yet another winning story in the delightful Franklin School Friends chapter book series for younger readers with Cody Harmon, King of Pets.Praise for The Franklin School Friends series:This bighearted series has something for everyone. Kirkus ReviewsSure to be enjoyed by fans of Clementine, Ivy and Bean, and Judy Moody. School Library Journal
£999.99
St Martin's Press My Life as a Gamer
Book SynopsisDerek Fallon lands his dream job as a professional video gamer testing out new games !
£8.99
St Martin's Press Willodeen
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£15.29
St Martin's Press Marvin James Save the Day and Elaine Helps
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£13.49
Square Fish Maybe a Mermaid
Book SynopsisA summer romp full of mystery, new friends, and maybe a mermaid! Eleven-year-old Anthoni Gillis is not the kind of kid who believes in fairies, unicorns, or even the word maybe. She's more of a comic-books girl. So when her mom brings her to Thunder Lake for a summer at the Showboat Resort, she doesn't believe the local rumors about the Boulay Mermaid. Anthoni has bigger fish to fry. She's always wanted a True Blue Friend. But it's been hard to find one, since for the past five years she's been bouncing from town to town, helping her mother sell Beauty & the Bee cosmetic products to keep them both afloat. This summer will be different, though. Anthoni has a plana foolproof checklist for making lifelong friends! There won't be any maybes this time.But as she grows entangled in local gossip, and her mother stretches the truth, Anthoni must decide if she'll stick to the plan, like always, or dive into a summer full of extraordinary possibili
£12.95
Roaring Brook Press The Fifth Quarter
Book SynopsisGet ready to hit the court in this heartfelt, sporty, graphic novel, the first in Mike Dawson''s middle-grade duology about a girl who deals with her insecurities through her love of basketball. Lori Block is dedicated to her fourth-grade basketball team, despite being relegated to an extra period before the real game starts, known as the fifth quarter, where the not-so-good kids play and the points don't count. That doesn't matter to Lori though, because working on her skills gives her hints of self-confidence, which is a nice break from feeling awkward and out-of-place in her daily life. With athletic promise and a dogged determination to keep improving, Lori pursues her passion while navigating awkward social dynamics, her own expectations, and her first overnight away from home. Will her drive allow her to find true courage both on the court, in school, and at home?
£12.34
St Martin's Press The Rescuer of Tiny Creatures
Book SynopsisCovered in earthworm slime and assisted only by her cat and her little brother, Roberta rescues tiny creatures. You know, the ones stranded in the middle of the sidewalk. Upside-down, flopping, or near-frozen.A lot of the time, that earns her funny looks from kids in school.But when a swarm of baby spiders finds its way into the classroom, Roberta will save the day with her knowledge and creativity, showing everybody that tiny creatures aren't so scary after all. They just need friends who rescue and understand them!Established Roaring Brook Press author Curtis Manley has teamed up with up-and-coming illustrator Lucy Ruth Cummins, creator of Truman and Stumpkin, to present this quirky and adorable picture book.
£14.24
First Second Blue Barry Pancakes
Book SynopsisBlue, Barry, and Pancakes are best friends, but sometimes friends make mistakes. One day, when the gang goes to the beach, Barry and Pancakes lose Blue's beloved beach ball. They come up with a plan to get it back, but things go way off course. Now, these pals will have to go inside a giant whale's stomach, crash a pool party on an alien spaceship, and survive Duckzilla's volcanic birthday bash if they ever hope to see Blue's beach ball again!
£12.34
First Second Blue Barry Pancakes Escape from Balloonia
Book SynopsisBlue, Barry, and Pancakes are best friends! They love building models, reading about shovels, and going on INTERGALACTIC adventures?!One day, Blue and Barry are enjoying a quiet afternoon when Pancakes bounds in with a surprise-- she''s made a rocket out of balloons! And a whole planet named Balloonia! Blue and Barry agree to take a quick peek at Pancakes'' creations, but what''s meant to be a fun tour quickly turns into an ordeal as the gang finds themselves trapped by the Balloonians, a species of balloon that''s come to life. And if our heroes want to make it home, they''ll have to overcome the biggest and meanest Balloonian of all-- BALLOON KONG!Like all friends, they can make mistakes... but at the end of the day, they always have each other's backs. And tops, and sides, and fronts, too!
£12.34
St Martin's Press Blue Barry Pancakes Danger on Mount Choco
Book SynopsisThe third volume of the children's graphic novel series of friendship stories for emerging readers, featuring three friends (a bunny, a worm, and a frog) who get into conflicts and adventures driven by their very different personalities.Blue, Barry, and Pancakes are best friends! They love funky music, penguins that wear hats, and going on BIG adventures!One day, Barry convinces Blue and Pancakes to enter an epic sundae-making contest. Blue and Pancakes just want to have fun, but Barry is in it to WIN IT. He knows exactly how he's going to get the trophy, but it's going to be dangerous. It'll take sacrifice. He might even lose his pals along the way...Like all friends, Blue, Barry, and Pancakes can make mistakes... but at the end of the day, they always have each other's backs. And tops, and sides, and fronts, too!
£12.59
Roaring Brook Press What the World Could Make A Story of Hope
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£16.19
Square Fish Lions Liars
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£9.10
Flatiron Books All the Best Liars
Book SynopsisAmelia Kahaney''s All the Best Liars is a dark, modern psychological thriller and coming-of-age story about obsession, manipulation, and the intensity of those first friendships that take hold of you and never let goTic-tac-toe, three girls in a row. Nine years old and inseparable. Friends for life, or so they think . . .Best friends Syd, Rain, and Brie grew up on the wrong side of the tracks in the stifling California desert, desperately wishing for a way out.When a deadly fire is set two weeks before the end of high school, nothing will ever be the same. In the end, each of them will escapebut not in the way any of them expects. One will do it by dying, another by lying, a third by taking the fall.With gorgeous, taut prose and twists to the very last page, All the Best Liars alternates between the present and the past to unravel the truth behind the fire and the cost of the secrets at the heart of their friendship.
£11.69
St Martin's Press Benchwarmers
Book SynopsisThe path to victory starts on the sidelines, in this fast-paced new middle grade series from #1 New York Times bestselling sportwriting powerhouse John Feinstein.Twelve-year-old Jeff Michaels, son of a Philadelphia TV sports reporter, is just learning to play soccer on the new sixth-grade team at his middle school. Andrea Carillo has fought her way onto the squad, but the coach doesn't think girls should play with boys, so she's riding the bench with Jeffeven though she's one of the best players. With Jeff's help, the Philly media gets ahold of the story, and suddenly Andi is all over the news as she shows her worth on the soccer field. But amid bullies, threats, and a media firestorm, will Andi's skills and Jeff's perseverance be enough to save the season? An action-packed novel about two kids who may be benchwarmers, but prove themselves naturals when it comes to teamwork, friendship, and finding a path to victory.
£13.29
Square Fish Stella Diaz Never Gives Up
Book SynopsisFrom award-winning author Angela Dominguez comes the novel Stella Diaz Never Gives Up, a story about a shy Mexican-American girl who becomes an environmental activist and makes a difference in her community.Stella gets a big surprise when her mom plans a trip to visit their family in Mexico! Stella loves marine animals, and she can''t wait to see the ocean for the first time . . . until she arrives and learns that the sea and its life forms are in danger due to pollution. Stella wants to save the ocean, but she knows she can''t do it alone. It''s going to take a lot of work and help from old and new friends to make a difference, but Stella Díaz never gives up! This is the second middle-grade novel from award-winning picture book author and illustrator Angela Dominguez. Based on the author''s experiences growing up Mexican-American, this infectiously charming character comes to life through relatable story-telling including simple Spanish vocabul
£8.34
Roaring Brook Press Stella Diaz to the Rescue
Book SynopsisIn Stella Díaz to the Rescue, the latest in this beloved series from award-winning author Angela Dominguez, Stella learns that sometimes the best way to help others is just to be there for them when times get tough.It's a new calendar year, and Stella is determined to make it her best one yet. Not only are Stella and her family finally becoming U.S. citizens, but the Sea Musketeers are also presenting their plastics pledge to the school council. With her trusty schedule in hand, Stella is ready for anything! But after life takes unexpected turns, Stella will have to fight to keep her perfect year on track.Not to worry, because Stella Diaz is to the rescue! Right?Reading level: 660L 4.4
£999.99
Roaring Brook Press Anzu the Great Listener
Book SynopsisIn this follow-up to Anzu the Great Kaiju, created by Walt Disney Studios animator Benson Shum, we follow sweet and well-intentioned Anzu as he learns a valuable lesson about patience and empathy in the face of sadnessperfect for fans of The Rabbit Listened.Anzu the kaiju loves to tend to his bonsai.Whenever he feels overwhelmed or unsettled, it helps him pause and reminds him to just . . . breathe.One day, when Anzu hears crying in the distance, he's eager to help! The flower-power that makes his bonsai bloom has a way of making others smile.But when Anzu's flowers seem to lose their power, hurting more than they help, he's not sure where to turnuntil he remembers some valuable lessons he learned from his bonsai tree.In Anzu the Great Listener, creator and Walt Disney Studios animator Benson Shum illustrates the importance of patience, empathy, and above all, taking the time to listen.
£15.19
St Martin's Press Lolo and Birdie Im Hungry Tengo Hambre Spanish
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£16.14
Roaring Brook Press Wombat the Reluctant Hero
Book SynopsisA heartwarming and playful adventure that will inspire young readers to be a good neighbor and friend, based on the brave actions of the Australian wombat.Wombat liked her things just so. Everything had its place, and nothing was out of order.She couldn't say the same about her neighbors. But that was their business, and Wombat didn't concern herself with others' business. When a very hot, dry summer causes dangerous fires in their neighborhood, a group of animals are desperate to find water and shelter. It will take the quiet heroism of a neighbor to provide resources and a cozy, cool, and safe burrowa reluctant wombat who demonstrates the inspiring power of community. Wombat, the Reluctant Hero is inspired by the heroic and very real actions of the wombat, an animal that has helped other creatures survive droughts and wildfires in its native Australia. Author Christian Trimmer and illustrator Rachel Gyan celebrate this amazing mam
£15.19
Square Fish Cat Ears on Elizabeth
Book SynopsisCat Ears on Elizabeth is the third in Rachel Vail's A Is for Elizabeth chapter book series--featuring illustrations by Paige Keiser.Cat ears on your headband is not the only way to look great.But it is a very good way. Mallory has glitter folders and bright orange sneakers and a huge pink eraser. And Mallory has cat ears on her headband.Then Anna comes to school with cat ears on her headband, too.Everybody loves how they look in those cat-ear headbands.Especially Elizabeth.Elizabeth doesn't have cat ears on her anything. She doesn't even have any headband at all anymore. (They squish her head too much). Elizabeth needs a cat-ears headband! It's an emergency!Maybe a surprise I Love You present from her grandparents will fix everything.Or maybe Elizabeth doesn't need to be fixed at all.
£999.99
Square Fish Doodlebug Elizabeth
Book SynopsisDoodlebug Elizabeth is the fourth title in Rachel Vail's A Is for Elizabeth chapter book series--featuring illustrations by Paige Keiser.Class 2B is getting pets!What pets will they be?Elizabeth does not like surprises, but she does like pets.And she loves butterflies! Even when they are baby butterflies and just look like smudges. (But, honestly, less.)When Elizabeth gives her teacher a great idea with her doodles, every kid in 2B gets to choose one animal each to learn about! Elizabeth ends up with...JELLYFISH. She does not feel a little disappointed with her choice. Elizabeth has never felt a little ANYTHING in her entire life.While the smudges grow into butterflies, Elizabeth is growing too - discovering that she can use her love of doodling to help deal with all her big feelings. Even her feelings about goodbyes, and surprises...and jellyfish!
£8.77
Square Fish Quintessence
Book SynopsisQuintessence is an extraordinary story from Jess Redman about friendship, self-discovery, interconnectedness, and the inexplicable elements that make you you.Find the Elements. Grow the Light. Save the Starling.Three months ago, twelve-year-old Alma moved to the town of Four Points. Her panic attacks started a week later, and they haven't stoppedeven though she's told her parents that they have. She's homesick and friendless and every day she feels less and less like herself.But one day she finds a telescope in the town's junk shop, and through its lens, she watches a stara star that looks like a childfall from the sky and into her backyard. Alma knows what it's like to be lost and afraid, to long for home, and she knows that it's up to her to save the star. And so, with the help of some unlikely new friends from Astronomy Club, she sets out on a quest that will take a little bit of science, a little bit of magic, and her whole sel
£10.70
St Martin's Press These Deadly Games
Book SynopsisA propulsive mystery with high stakes and devious, masterful twists that will leave you guessing until the very last page. Diana Urban''s latest had my jaw on the floor. Jessica Goodman, bestselling author of They Wish They Were UsLet's play a game.You have 24 hours to win. If you break my rules, she dies. If you call the police, she dies. If you tell your parents or anyone else, she dies.Are you ready?When Crystal Donavan gets a message on a mysterious app with a picture of her little sister gagged and bound, she agrees to play the kidnapper's game. At first, they make her complete bizarre tasks: steal a test and stuff it in a locker, bake brownies, make a prank call.But then Crystal realizes that each task is meant to hurtand killher friends, one by one. But if she refuses to play, the kidnapper will kill her sister. Is someone trying to take her team out of the running for a gaming tournament? Or have they
£17.09
Feiwel and Friends Old Friends
Book SynopsisA heartwarming debut picture book about a girl whose search for friends after the loss of her grandmother inspires her to go undercover and join the local senior citizens group.
£14.24
Square Fish Love Somebody
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£11.39
First Second Blue Barry Pancakes Big Time Trouble
Book SynopsisThe fifth volume of the emerging readers graphic novel series about three friends (a bunny, a worm, and a frog) whose adventures are driven by their very different personalities. Perfect for fans of Narwhal & Jelly and Elephant & Piggie!Blue, Barry, and Pancakes are best friends! They love epic poetry, wild rodeos, and going on TIME-BENDING adventures! One night, Blue prepares to read a poem to an audience of friends from around the neighborhood. But just before he takes the stage, he's frozen with stage fright. The gang decides to travel back in time to borrow a good luck charm from one of Blue's poet ancestors in the hopes that holding it will make Blue brave. But once Blue gets one charm, he realizes he needs one more. And then another one. And then another one...will Blue ever feel bold enough to take the stage, or will these three friends be looping back in time forever?!Like all friends, Blue, Barry, and Pancakes can make mistak
£12.34
Henry Holt & Company Me Gusta
Book SynopsisA stunning bilingual picture book that celebrates Latinx families by highlighting moments of connection and delight and feelings of safety and home, even through challenges and difficult times.Me gusta your smile, tu sonrisa, and your hugs, tus abrazos. Me gusta when we explore this spectacular world, el mundo,and gaze at all the stars, las estrellas. But most of all, me gusta that no matter where we are, I feel at home, en casa, when I'm with you.In the affirmative and encouraging Me Gusta, acclaimed author and illustrator Angela Dominguez combines Spanish and English in a poetic and touching story of family, reminding us that through the adventures and the heartbreak, love conquers all and transcends language.
£17.09
