Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

Book SynopsisAn unforgettable romance following two Muslim teens who meet during a spring break trip. Zayneb’s teacher, who won’t stop reminding the class how “bad” Muslims are. Meet Zayneb, the only Muslim in class, she isn’t bad. She’s angry. When she gets suspended for confronting her teacher and he begins investigating her activist friends, Zayneb heads to her aunt’s house in Doha, Qatar, for an early start to spring break. Fuelled by the guilt of getting her friends in trouble, she resolves to try out a newer, “nicer” version of herself in a place where no one knows her. Then her path crosses with Adam’s. Since he got diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in November, Adam’s stopped going to classes, intent instead, on perfecting the making of things. Intent on keeping the memory of his mum alive for his little sister. Adam’s also intent on keeping his diagnosis a secret from his grieving father. Alone, Adam and Zayneb are playing roles for others, keeping their real thoughts locked away in their journals...until they meet.Trade ReviewThis book gave me butterflies. Love From A to Z is the bighearted, wildly charming, painfully real love story I’ve been waiting for. -- Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon Vs The Homo Sapiens AgendaWhat makes Zayneb and Adam different is not their faith but their ability to learn from and love one another in a world hurling obstacles their way...Heartfelt and powerful. -- Kirkus Reviews, StarredHeartfelt, honest, and featuring characters readers will fall in love with, this is sure to become a beloved book for many. -- School Library Journal, StarredIn Love from A to Z, S.K. Ali once again takes an unflinching and moving look at the intricacies of life as a Muslim teen in an imperfect, multi-cultural world. Beautiful. -- Shelf Awareness, StarredLove From A to Z ends up being a compulsively readable, beautifully romantic look at how fate can intervene when we might just need it the most. -- EW.comThis is a beautiful, complex, and important book. I hope that all libraries will get this on their shelves and on display. A wonderful story that centers the Muslim experience and shows the power of anger, peace, and connection. -- SLJ Teen Librarian ToolboxAli skillfully fashions a love story sensitive to the rules of Muslim courtship that's equally achy and enigmatic. -- Booklist[Adam and Zayneb] are exceptionally appealing as their well-integrated faith leads them in different ways to seek peace, justice, and each other. -- BCCB

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Book SynopsisThe Story Orchestra: The Magic Flute is a beautiful retelling of the famous opera set to the sound of Mozart’s music.Trade Review‘Mozart’s world famous opera is reimagined as an exquisite novelty book in the latest Story Orchestra title, which plays 10 clips featuring a real orchestra and voices.’ -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisHelp kids get used to the idea of going to the toilet in this colourful picture book which shows them that everybody poos!All living things do different sorts of poo. Some are different colours, others have different smells or sizes. Some do it on land, some poo in water. Some poo in a toilet, or in a potty, or in their nappies.Bright and friendly illustrations from award-winning author and illustrator Taro Gomi make this book an accessible and amusing journey through the world of poo. Taking a no-nonsense approach to the bodily function, this important picture book helps encourage children not to be ashamed about potty training, reassuring them that everybody poos!Trade ReviewWell, he's right. Gomi's seminal work for kids is a meditation on the act of defecation.

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Book SynopsisThe world needs your voice. If you have a brilliant idea... say something!If you see an injustice... say something! In this empoweringnew picture book, beloved author Peter H. Reynolds exploresthe many ways that a single voice can make a difference.

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Book SynopsisUnearth a prehistoric world with this fascinating first guide to fossils, ideal for helping young children (and parents) to identify some of the most common types found across the United Kingdom. Enjoy learning about nine ancient minibeasts that you can find for yourself: from tentacled ammonites and belemnites, to curiously shaped sea urchins and surprising shell fish! Featuring a foreword by Dr David Waterhouse, an expert palaeontologist (well known for his TV and Radio appearances) and Curator at the University of Cambridge, this pocket-sized beginner''s guide is the must have companion for your next adventure. "Fossil hunting is a fun, exciting and free hobby. It helps us to learn about the history of life on Earth and is a great way to begin to study the natural world. It also keeps us fit and healthy by being outdoors. There's nothing better than finding something that no one has ever seen before. Imagine being the first ever person to hold a fossil shell or sea-sponge that's hundreds of millions of years old now that's really impressive!" - Dr David Waterhouse

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Book SynopsisDon''t miss this guide to Hogwarts that includes a wand-shaped invisible ink pen with UV light, fold-out pages of the Marauder''s Map, and a parchment to make your own magical map!I solemnly swear that I am up to no good.For years, Harry Potter film fans have marveled over the Marauder''s Map, the enchanted map of Hogwarts that first appears in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. For the first time, readers can relive all the movie magic with this beautiful guidebook to the secrets of Hogwarts, complete with four foldout pages containing portions of the map. When fans are finished poring over the text, they can open up the wand, which doubles as an invisible ink marker and light. The light reveals invisible ink secrets on the foldout Marauder''s Map pages, while the pen can help readers create their own magical map, using the blank parchment included at the back of this book. When all is said and done, this spellbinding guide is sure to have fans saying, Mischief ma

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Book SynopsisThis brand-new puzzle book contains over 100 brain games for 9-year-olds. From battleships and number pyramids to picture sequences and simple-loop games, it’s packed with activities to keep brains busy. Written by bestselling puzzle book author Gareth Moore, author of the chart-topping success Brain Games for Clever Kids.Also available in the series:Brain Games for Clever Kids® 8 Year Olds, Brain Games for Clever Kids® 10 Year Olds plus 25 other titles, including Brain Games for Clever Kids®, Maths Games for Clever Kids® and Wordsearches for Clever Kids®.

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Book SynopsisJoin Owen Grady on a tour of the LEGO® Jurassic World™ park in this action-packed colouring book. Bring your own choice of colours to the dinosaurs of the park, including Raptors, Pteranodons, Stegosaurs and of course the mighty T. rex.Also included amongst the colouring pages are fun puzzles where you can follow the line to the dinosaur egg, complete the Triceratops picture and escape from the Allosaurus maze. Each activity will help young readers to develop logic and puzzle-solving skills.© 2021 The LEGO Group and Universal City Studios LLC and Amblin Entertainment, Inc.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group.Manufactured by AMEET Sp. z o.o. under license from the LEGO Group

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Book SynopsisBrian Bilston has been described as Twitter's unofficial Poet Laureate. With over 250,000 followers on social media, Brian has become truly beloved by the online community. He has published several collections of poetry, You Took the Last Bus Home, Alexa, what is there to know about love? and Days Likes These. His novel Diary of a Somebody was shortlisted for the Costa First Novel Award. He has also published a collection of football poetry, 50 Ways to Score a Goal, and his acclaimed poem Refugees has been made into an illustrated book for children.

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Book SynopsisThe international bestseller that celebrates the myriad talents that each child brings to the world. Smart is not just ticks and crosses, smart is building boats from boxes. Painting patterns, wheeling wagons, being mermaids, riding dragons... From the award-winning creators of The Underwater Fancy-Dress Parade and Under the Love Umbrella comes this joyful ode to all the unique and wonderful qualities that make children who they are. Trade Review ‘This gorgeous rhyming picture book reinforces the message that smart isn't just ticks and crosses — it's also about being creative, adventurous, and having a good imagination … A triumph.’ -- Natasha Harding * The Sun *‘Beautifully tender and life-affirming.’ -- Nathan Filer, author of The Shock of the Fall‘This colourful picture-book provides an alternative perspective on the culture of academic achievement by celebrating a diversity of talents … Allison Colpoys’s illustrations celebrate a diversity of cultures too, offering a parade of beauty that will give children of all backgrounds and interests confidence in their own uniqueness.’ -- Sara Keating * The Irish Times *‘The perfect book for children suffering from anxiety about SATs and other school tests.’ * Parent Talk *‘All The Ways to be Smart is an earnest and charming book celebrating the joys of all the wonderful qualities that make children who they are. The subtle and unique message is that getting excellent grades is not what makes you smart. Rather, it’s the value of learning through play which is beautifully illustrated and will captivate children’s imagination throughout the book.’ * Book Trust *‘An earnest and charming book celebrating the joys of all the wonderful qualities that make children who they are, with a subtle and unique message that getting excellent grades is not what makes you smart.’ -- Nursery World‘Every page of this book in joyous, imaginative and life-affirming … All the Ways to be Smart is a celebration of what childhood can be, and it will likely become a classic.’ -- Louise Pfanner, bookseller and author/illustrator of the ‘Louise Builds ...’ series * Books+Publishing *‘A glorious celebration … impossible to read without smiling. A powerful message told in a fun and engaging way!’ -- Sue Wilsher * Carousel *‘This book is funny and tender, exuberant and whimsical, and an absolute joy to pore over … Colpoys’ distinctive illustrations fizz with her trademark charm and vivacity; the colours burst out of the page with wild abandonment.’ -- Bronte Coates * Readings *‘Joyful and vibrant … Allison Colpoys' illustrations shimmer with movement and vivacity, with her loose-line illustrations and selective colour palette exuding a nostalgic retro charm. Children will want to pore over each page, while the seamless read-out-loud rhyming pattern will ensure this is a favourite for years to come.’ * Kids’ Book Review *‘All the Ways to be Smart is a brilliant, gorgeous book bursting with unconventional magic spells that prove science is so much more than mere logic, and that being smart is above all about being happy. A feast for the eyes and heart, full of foolproof methods to enchant and inspire young minds.’ -- Mika Provata-Carlone * Bookanista *‘It’s highly likely every child who reads this book will find something in it that shows they too are smart.’ * School Reading List *‘A wonderful book about all the different ways to be smart.’ * A Bundle of Books bookshop *‘A joyous, life-affirming, imaginative celebration!’ * Crediton Community Bookshop *‘Vibrant, fun and empowering … it should be on everyone's bookshelf!’ -- The Book Nook bookshop‘[C]onfidence-boosting, jaunty and inclusive.’ -- Lucy Chambers * The School Librarian *‘This picture book from Australia has glowing colours that seem to leap off the page and rhyming text that children will very much enjoy chanting … The book is a jumbly rumble of busy, bright colours and kids doing fun things – along with di-nosaurs, birds and flowers and all kinds of creatures. It will appeal and help chil-dren who feel less than academically inclined to realise their own potential and do their best with their own talents and abilities.’ -- Elizabeth Schlenther * Books for Keeps *‘A wonderful book for children. [There are] more ways than one to be smart.’ * Urmston bookshop *‘What makes you smart? Is it making things, having a good imagination, being kind? This book lets every small person know they have something special.’ * Owl and Pyramid bookshop *‘A wonderful book, teaching children about their own qualities and personalities.’ * Dartmouth bookseller *‘I think this unique book with colourful illustrations by Allison Colpoys can help children feel proud of what makes them special.’ * Mummy in the City *‘The book, All the Ways to Be Smart, aims to teach children that there is more to being smart than reading to maths and encourages the pursuit of the arts.’ * The Leader *‘All The Ways to be Smart is the most beautiful, brilliant new picture book. Full stop. Charming illustrations in pretty, appealing colours? Check. Great rhyming text that is super fun to read aloud? Check. A wonderful message conveyed in a beautiful non-judgey way? Check. The book is a joyful celebration of childhood and all the different, unique ways to be smart.’ -- Courtney Adamo * Babyccino *‘This collaboration between Davina Bell and Alison Colpoys is a celebration of what makes us us, of the strengths that we all have within ourselves – whether we’re dreamers, adventurers, readers or artists … The illustrations are whimsical and fun, with a beautiful colour palette.’ * Noveltea Corner *‘After a colourful, rollicking, joyful, rhyming read there is only one word for this book: wise. Good scores in a test are great but the importance of celebrating the creative, collaborative and just plain quirky things that make us emotionally intelligent and well-rounded could not have been better portrayed.’ * Readings ‘Best Picture Books of 2018’ *‘This book needs to be in the hands of every policy-maker in the sphere of Education, in every classroom, in every library, and in every home … This book is an utterly glorious call to celebrate your strengths and your own unique smarts.’ * Oh Creative Day *‘From the dynamic partnership of Davina Bell and Allison Colpoys comes a tender, funny, and exquisitely illustrated picture book celebrating the myriad talents that each child brings to the world, from being able to read or tell the time to being good at blowing bubbles.’ * Good Reading *‘A celebration of creativity and emotional intelligence featuring a diverse cast of kids. A reassuring read for primary-aged children who feel like a round peg in a square, academic hole.’ -- Philippa Chandler * Guardian Australia *‘All the Ways to Be Smart by Davina Bell and Allison Colpoys is a joyous picture book that enthusiastically celebrates the power of the imagination while challenging stereotypes about what it means to be clever. With its flawless rhymes and winning illustrations, this book has all the makings of a classic.’ * Sydney Morning Herald *‘This book teaches children that intelligence is so much more than being book-smart. Intelligence can also mean being empathetic, artistic, athletic, and inquisitive. It places value in every kind of talent, from ‘building boats from boxes’ to ‘kindness when there’s crying’. All the Ways to Be Smart is the perfect feel-good bedtime story that I can’t wait to gift this Christmas.’ -- Sherry Landow * Writing NSW *‘Simple, flowing words coupled with fluorescent illustrations (created from ink, charcoal, and pencil, then digitally assembled) give young readers a book brimming with examples of how they are smart all day, every day … Realistic illustrations show children of varying racial presentations joining sentient animals and benign, hairy monsters to confidently explore their world, real and imagined.’ * Kirkus Review *‘In this cheerful exploration of all the nonstandard ways a person can be smart, the creators paint an expansive picture of intelligence that goes well beyond ‘being best/at spelling bees,/a tricky test.’ ... Colpoys’s ink, charcoal, and pencil drawings burst with a profusion of neon orange and green, literally highlighting each scene with an incandescence that more than matches the rhyming couplets’ jauntiness. A feel-good paean to individuality.’ * Publishers Weekly *‘Brilliant.’ -- Mariela Summerhays * Buzzfeed Australia *‘This illustrated picture book is an ode the unique and wonderful qualities that make children who they are. It celebrates the special strengths, skills and passions in each of us.’ -- Fiona Stager * Tweed Daily News *‘A picture book that is joyous, life-affirming, and challenges stereotypes about what it means to be clever.’ -- Jane Sullivan * The Age *‘For any child who has ever worried about being ‘smart’, Australian author Bell and artist Colpoys offer an expansive, reassuring look at the many ways there are to be that way ... The energy of Bell’s rhyming couplets reflects the very inventiveness the book celebrates, the ebullience of kids’ imagination, emotional intelligence and practical talents. Climbing trees, making slime, inventing games ... Colpoys’ illustrations, showing a busy, multiracial, multi-gifted cast, convey joyous variety and abundant compassion.’ * Toronto Star *‘All the Ways to Be Smart by Davina Bell explores multiple intelligences in a way that small children can understand and appreciate. Every child is smart in his or her own way. Some of the ways highlighted in a pleasing rhyme include creativity, physical activities, music, emotional sensitivity, memorising information, math, and traditional academic knowledge ... The illustrations by Allison Colpoys are colourful and inviting, reminiscent of the early Dr. Seuss style ... This is a charming book to help children understand that everyone has special skills and talents.’ * Catholic Library Journal *‘What does it mean to be smart? This beautiful book inventories all the unique, not-so-academic ways a person might be smart throughout their day; from being good at taking risks, to being kind, or knowing how to sit quietly and observe. A welcome message that is a delight to share with students with its gentle and warm rhyming text. The illustrations depict a wide array of diverse people and creatures in colourful scenes that take up the whole page. A gorgeous addition to school and public libraries, and a lovely gift for any child.’ * Southeast Pennsylvania School Library Book Reviewers *‘What does it mean to be smart? This beautiful book inventories all the unique, not-so-academic ways a person might be smart throughout their day; from being good at taking risks, to being kind, or knowing how to sit quietly and observe. A welcome message that is a delight to share with students with it’s gentle and warm rhyming text. The illustrations depict a wide array of diverse people and creatures in colourful scenes that take up the whole page. A gorgeous addition to school and public libraries, and a lovely gift for any child.’ * SE Pennsylvania School Library Book Review *‘This book celebrates the myriad ways one can be smart — knowing the right thing to say, being welcoming to a shy friend, using your imagination, taking chances. A needed reassurance that tests can’t measure everything, and that we need all kinds of kids to create a smart and inventive world. This book is comforting, inspiring, and fun!’ -- Bethany Strout * Staff Pick, Tattered Cover *‘An important reminder for readers of all ages that there are so many wonderful ways to be smart. Vibrant colours and charming whimsical illustrations fill the pages with character, and the rhythmic, rhyming text makes it a delight to read out loud. A necessary and joyful celebration of all the different things that we can do, from ‘reading, writing, spelling’ to ‘caring, sharing, scaring’ to my personal favourite ‘drawing very pointy stars’.’ -- Sarah R. * Staff Pick, Powell’s *‘This should be required reading — in families, at workplaces, in schools. I love this beautiful, confidence-building book. I think everyone will find something here to make them feel better about themselves (and appreciate those around them).’ -- Tegan Tigani * Bookseller Review, Queen Anne Book Company *‘[G]orgeous, accessible, simple, true and brilliant. Everything I want in a picture book.’ * Bookseller Review, Content Book Store *‘I remember feeling so frustrated as a child because I wanted there to be more than one meaning of ‘smart’. This book validates how everyone is smart in their own unique way. I want to share this book with every child (and adult!)’ -- Lafe Cantrall * Bookseller Review, Oblong Books & Music *‘Smart is as unique as each of us and there are infinite ways to be smart. What if we all grew up with this message, imagine the doors it would open and the opportunities it would provide. One of the most pivotal messages that children need to hear and illustrated with a brilliant spectrum of colours that leap from the page and right into the heart.’ -- Jesica Sweedler DeHart * Librarian Review, Neill Public Library *‘A joyful ode to all the unique and wonderful qualities that make children who they are.’ * OX *‘It’s a great resource for raising confident, happy kids who love themselves and others!’ -- Dani Maher * Kidspot *‘It’s time to rethink the meaning of smart — a word that’s often used to describe kiddos despite research that suggests it’s best avoided. This heartwarming rhyming read will have your kids celebrating all of the things — from being athletic to artistic and even empathetic or curious—that make them unique.’ -- MSN: 20 books that showcase diversity for kids

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Book SynopsisA Baby-sitters Club graphic novel adapted by National Book Award longlister and Eisner-nominated cartoonist Ellen T. Crenshaw!Stacey is so excited! Her friends from The Baby-sitters Club are coming to New York City for a long weekend. It''s going to be perfect -- a party and a sleepover on Friday night, a big baby-sitting job on Saturday, and lots of sightseeing throughout.But it turns out that the baby-sitters are way out of place in the big city. Mary Anne sounds like a walking guidebook, Dawn is afraid of everything, Kristy can''t keep her mouth shut, Claudia is jealous of Laine -- Stacey''s New York best friend -- and Mallory and Jessi feel intimidated by Stacey''s classmates. With ten kids to baby-sit and a full schedule of activities, how will Stacey keep the weekend from becoming a complete disaster?

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Book SynopsisA disgraced princess, an American scholarship student, and a secret royal romance that could burn them both. A sapphic YA royal romance, filled with Sophie Gonzales' trademark humour and heart, perfect for fans of Young Royals.

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Book Synopsis'You're not Mia Thermopolis any more, honey,' Dad said. 'You're Amelia Mignonette Grimaldi Thermopolis Renaldo. Princess of Genovia.' A PRINCESS?? ME??? Yeah. Right. One minute Mia's a totally normal Manhattan fourteen-year-old. Next minute she's heir to the throne of Genovia, being trailed by a bodyguard, taking princess lessons with her uncontrollable old grandmere, and having a makeover with someone called Paolo. Well, her dad can lecture her till he's royal blue in the face, but no way is Mia going to turn herself into a style-queen. And they think she's moving to Genovia? Er, hello?Meg Cabot's The Princess Diaries inspired the feature film starring Anne Hathaway and Julie Andrews. This beloved series continues in the second book, A Royal Disaster.Trade ReviewHilarious... reading her journal is like reading a note from your best friend... an off-the-wall sense of humour that will have readers laughing out loud. -- Booklist * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online. Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content. The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary. Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys. Malala Yousafzai lived in Pakistan where she was one of the best students in her class. But then a group of Islamist extremists called the Taliban came and a war began. Then, one day, two men from the Taliban shot Malala on the bus home from school.

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Book SynopsisA hugely uplifting and full-of-heart picture book by CBeebies sensationGeorge Webster and bestselling illustrator Tim Budgen!This is Me celebrates our differences and is perfect for every childand every family. It's a beautiful, heartfelt and positive story,with illustrations that are guaranteed to make you smile.

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Book SynopsisThirty-three incredible stories of animal heroics from the team that brought you Blue Peter Award-winning SURVIVORSFor as long as there have been wars, animals have been out there saving lives.

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Book SynopsisA heart-warming story of facing fear and sharing our culture andexperience with our peers.

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Book SynopsisYoung space fans can create their own amazing spaceships in this skyrocketing sticker book. 10 full pages of stickers, including laser guns, rocket boosters, viewing ports and more will keep children entertained for hours. Includes spaceships inspired by famous science fiction stories, as well as actual spaceships and satellites that exist today.

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Book SynopsisUncover our planet''s most sensational secrets with this mind-boggling atlas of mysteries that''s packed with more than 100 strange and unexplained enigmas.What happened to the Bermuda Triangle? Where have Bigfoot, the Yeti, and the Yowie been sighted? Why does the legend of Area 51 fascinate us? Bursting with stories about ghostly hauntings, bizarre disappearances, and curious cryptids, this awesome guide to the unusual is the ultimate fact-packed mystery book for readers all over the world.Inside Mysterious World: More than 100 famous and obscure mysteries from across the planet Provides a global view of all that is unexplained with continent-based chapters that take an in-depth look at each thrilling tale Fascinating fun facts for kids to impress their friends and family with, plus historic photographs, maps, i

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Book SynopsisA brand-new type of book for Loki fans, featuring short stories, quizzes, puzzles and oodles of activities to keep even the most mischievous minds entertained. When Loki plays one too many poo-related pranks around the house, Heimdall sets him the challenge of finding ways to entertain himself that don't involve so much mess. (Or poo.) Easy! Loki is the most handsome and clever of gods, and with the help of his friends Valerie and Georgina (and Thor, who is not a friend of Loki), he gathers together a glorious collection of quizzes, puzzles, games and activities. Discover new and ingenious ways to insult your friends and family with the Insult Generator, try to outsmart Valerie (difficult!) or Thor (easy!) with quizzes on Norse mythology, or solve Georgina's secret codes and hunt for Loki in various animal disguises. There's activities for everyone and Loki might even reveal some of those tantalizing long stories he's always promising he'll tell later...

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Book SynopsisMy Human Body Infographic Sticker Activity Book is an interactive journey around your amazing body. Includes more than 200 stickers and printed on high-quality paper that''s perfect to colour in with felt-tips or crayons. This book is ideal for long journeys, rainy days and a great gift for curious children. You can build a skeleton out of stickers, discover what goes as fast as a high-speed train, and find out how many supertankers your heart could fill with blood. Packed with fact-based stickering, colouring and searching activities to help children remember all of the incredible information, My Human Body Infographic Sticker Activity Book is a bold, bright and beautiful book that will take your imagination on an exciting journey.Includes over 200 stickers and printed on high-quality paper that''s perfect to colour in with felt-tips or crayons, this book is ideal for long journeys, rainy days and a great gift for curious children.Trade ReviewExcellently presented -- its value as an information book is high, and even when the activities are complete, it will serve as a useful reference guide * Parents In Touch *Table of Contents 1: Your Brilliant Body 2: Funny Bones 3: Muscle Power 4: The Skin You're In 5: Hair we Go! 6: Super Computer 7: Sweet Dreams 8: See Hear 9: Perfect Pump 10: Take a Deep Breath 11: Say 'aaah' 12: Food for Thought 13: Baby Steps 14: Tall Tale, Short Story 15: Animal Olympics

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Book SynopsisA fantastic follow-up to Brain Games for Clever Kids® and new to our Clever Kids puzzle book series, this book features every word puzzle and game imaginable! Encouraging kids to expand their vocabulary while having fun, from puzzling over letter soup or cracking cryptograms, to playing Pathfinders or solving sequences, there's a whole world of wordy content to bamboozle the brain. From bestselling puzzle book author Dr Gareth Moore, author of chart-topping success Brain Games for Clever Kids that has sold over 70,000 copies in the UK.Other Books in the series include:9781780552491 Brain Games for Clever Kids®9781780553078 Wordsearches for Clever Kids®9781780553146 Quiz Book for Clever Kids®9781780553085 Crosswords for Clever Kids®9781780554723 Brain Gaming for Clever Kids®9781780555409 Maths Games for Clever Kids®9781780555621 Times Tables Games for Clever Kids®9781780555638 Travel Puzzles for Clever Kids®9781780555935 10-Minute Brain Games for Clever Kids®Clever Kids is a trade mark of Michael O'Mara Books Limited.

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Book SynopsisHolly Bourne is a bestselling and critically acclaimed author. Inspired by her work with young people, and her own experiences of everyday sexism, Holly is a passionate mental health advocate and proud feminist.Trade ReviewA powerful and inspirational read, and part of a true gem of a series... I will be pushing this series into the hands of everyone, ever. * Snuggling on the Sofa *A strong series ender, driving home the overriding messages at the heart of this series about feminism, friendship and standing up for what you believe in... A thought-provoking, inspiring read that takes you on an emotional journey and makes you feel proud to be a girl. * Jess Hearts Books *A 'turn of the century series', it has sparked such passion, honesty and strength. At the end of this book I felt strong and I felt proud to be who I am... We have a voice and Holly Bourne's books are reason of that! Spinster Club forever! * Never Judge A Book By Its Cover *Bourne occupies neglected territory in the world of teenage fiction and makes a success of her undertaking. Bourne takes a deliberately risky attitude towards storytelling, as her characters do towards life. * Books for Keeps *Bourne's political and feminist sensibilities occasionally come across as over-egged, but her snack-scoffing, wisecracking teen characters feel real and vividly alive. Belly-bustingly funny, Bourne also demonstrates how constant, tiny pinpricks can bleed girls’ confidence dry. * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisWelcome planet explorers! Did you know that Venus is covered in volcanoes? Have you ever wondered why Mars is red? Well, you're in luck! Professor Astro Cat and the gang are about to set off on a journey around our solar system--so buckle up, join the tour, and get your learn on!Trade ReviewThe affable, amusing, and ... wonderfully nerdy Professor Astro Cat makes a fine companion for budding scientists. * American Scientist *

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Book SynopsisDark, gripping and romantic - read the books that inspired the phenomenal Netflix vampire series.Book 6 in the Vampire Diaries series by bestselling author L J Smith.Elena Gilbert is once again at the centre of magic and danger beyond her imagining. And once more, Stefan isn''t there to help! Elena is forced to trust her life to Damon, the handsome but deadly vampire who wants Elena, body and soul. They must journey to the slums of the Dark Dimension, a world where vampires and demons roam free, but humans must live as slaves of their supernatural masters. Damon''s brother, the brooding vampire Stefan whom Elena loves, is imprisoned here, and Elena can only free him by finding the two hidden halves of the key to his cell. Meanwhile, the tension between Elena and Damon mounts until Elena is faced with a terrible decision: which brother does she really want to be with?The drama, danger and star-crossed love that fills each Vampire Diaries book is

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Book SynopsisIntroducing London's newest and greatest detective: Enola Holmes - the book that inspired the film, starring Millie Bobby Brown. Read the series before the next film lands!When Enola Holmes, sister to the detective Sherlock Holmes, discovers her mother has disappeared, she quickly embarks on a journey to London in search of her. But nothing can prepare her for what awaits. Because when she arrives, she finds herself involved in the kidnapping of a young marquess, fleeing murderous villains, and trying to elude her shrewd older brothers - all while attempting to piece together clues to her mother's strange disappearance. Amid all the mayhem, will Enola be able to decode the necessary clues and find her mother?'A story of a young girl who is empowered, capable, and smart . . . the Enola Holmes book series conveys an impactful message to kids and teenagers all over the world that you can do anything if you set your mind to it, and it does so in an exciting and adventurous way.' - MILLTrade ReviewPacked with period details, this Victorian adventure introduces a brilliant, resourceful heroine and sets the scene for her sleuthing adventures. Enola Holmes, Sherlock Holmes's fourteen year old sister, travels to London in search of her mother, but finds herself involved in the kidnapping of a young marquess, fleeing murderous villains and evading her annoying older brothers and their attempts to send her to boarding school. Amid all the mayhem, will she decode the clues left by her mother and explain her disappearance?The Enola Holmes six-book series inspired the Netflix film starring Millie Bobby Brown. * The School Run *

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Book SynopsisThere are lots of farm animals and objects to match in this entertaining card game for young children. There are 52 snap cards (13 matching sets of 4), with labelled pictures showing a tractor, pigs, cows, lambs and lots more. The game can be played with fewer cards to make it easier for younger players to join in.

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Book SynopsisHave you heard of the Beasts? No, not many people have. That's because they are very rare. This is the tale of one such Beast, whose determination to overcome his loneliness leads him to undertake a daring and dangerous quest to find others like him . . .Trade Review"Judge tells a familiar tale but illustrates it with uncommon style and verve." * New York Times *"A beautifully illustrated and humorous picture book." * The judges of the Irish Children's Book Award *"Magnificent. The enjoyable text is complemented beautifully by rich, vibrant, quirky illustrations. Chris Judge is definitely one to watch out for." * Children's Books Ireland *"This wonderful story is complemented beautifully by rich, vibrant, quirky illustrations." * Sunday World, Ireland *"It's the illustrations that really make this special . . . I'm looking forward to seeing more from Chris Judge in the future." * TheBookbag.co.uk *

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Book SynopsisA quest for screen-free family time leads to camping chaos in this hilarious and heartwarming comedy from the author of Anisha, Accidental Detective. A quest for screen-free family time leads to camping chaos in this hilarious and heartwarming comedy from the author of Anisha, Accidental Detective. Sonal needs to capture a great family picture for her school photography project but it’s impossible when everyone’s always so busy! Luckily they’re heading off on a family camping trip which should provide lots of great photo opportunities … shouldn’t it? Faced with an enforced digital detox, will Sonal’s family come together and have fun … or will the trip end in complete disaster?Trade Review"This lovely story about a relatable family is a fabulous read, and a reminder for children – especially in the age of social media – that other people's lives and families are just as imperfect as their own" – BookTrust "Fun and easy to read" – The Week Junior "Lighthearted and perceptive… Serena Patel delivers a heart-warming, modern and chaotic family comedy " – A Word about Books, blog "Readers can expect some really awesome laugh out loud moments as they accompany Sonal and her family on an unforgettable trip" – Samantha Thomas, reviewer

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Book SynopsisPP Happy Hamster 5 inches.

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Book SynopsisFive famous Greek myths, specially selected and retold for younger children. Meet foolish King Midas, the wise goddess Athena and the musician Arion, find out what was inside Pandora's box and discover how the hero Heracles cleaned some VERY smelly stables.

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Book SynopsisClaro! is the only Key Stage 3 Spanish course written specifically to prepare students for the rigours of the new GCSE specifications. Its accessible to all abilities, packed with fresh, lively content and written by a dynamic team of authors who believe in immersing students in Spanish-speaking cultures.

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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 SynopsisThe charming Mr Tod is dressed to the nines and still foxing around but this smartly dressed character is actually super soft and (don't tell anyone!) still enjoys a big squeezy cuddle.

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Book SynopsisPP Oliver Octopus 5 inches.

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Book SynopsisPP Nutmeg Guinea Pig 5 inches.

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Book SynopsisPP Flo Watercan 5 inches.

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Book SynopsisLots of cats all around the world do exciting things like fly aeroplanes or play the violin - but my cat, an ordinary round-the-house cat, likes to hide in boxes. Children will love joining in with this fun rhyming story that is just right for beginner readers.

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of the Oxford Phonics Spelling Dictionary is an easy home and school reference tool. With words ordered by their initial phonic sound and colourful illustrations by Alex Brychta and the familiar Oxford Reading Tree characters, it helps children using synthetic phonics and prepare for the screening check. Supported by the Floppy''s Phonics Sounds and Letters Programme, it follows the Alphabetic Code Chart of sounds and alternative spellings that children learn at school. There are subsections to show how the same sounds appear in the middle or at the end of a word and a separate section of the long vowel sounds and their alternative spellings. With this dictionary, it easy to explain how ''sun'' and ''Cinderella'' both start with the ''s'' sound and how ''dance'' has the same ''s'' sound at the end, while ''egg'' and ''eat'' start with the same letter but different sounds. There is additional phonics support material and audio on the Oxford Owl website, www.oxfordowl.co

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Book SynopsisA perfect coming-of-age story The Guardian, praise for The Dark is Rising Three siblings embark on an epic quest for a mythic grail in this first installment of Susan Cooper''s award-winning The Dark Is Rising Sequence, now with a brand-new look!All through time, Light and Dark have battled for control of the world. Now, after centuries of balance, the Dark is summoning its terrifying forces to rise once more...and three children find themselves caught in the conflict.The Drew siblings Simon, Jane, and Barney are on a family holiday in Cornwall when they discover an ancient map. But, they have no idea how special the map is.Together, the three siblings have to take on a quest. They need to band together and discover the secret weapon that can end the war between Dark and Light. But, will they be able to do it in time?And, will they be able to make it out alive?

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Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.Andrew Brown works at a big international bank. He makes lots of money every day, but he never has enough time. Now, he might have found a way to borrow some. But, instead of making his life easier, more time might just give him more problems. Maybe the time-travelling Doctor can help!

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated book for babies featuring lots of noisy diggers working together on a very busy building site. Turn the pages and lift the flaps to watch the big-wheeled digger shovel and scoop up the rubble with its big metal bucket, see how the road roller chugs slowly along to flatten the ground, and watch the mini dumper truck carry its heavy load of building materials. With busy vehicles pushing, pulling, tipping, rumbling, chugging, scooping, and beeping, little ones will love learning about what happens on the building site, and joining in to make the noisy digger sounds. This hard-wearing board book has large flaps for babies and toddlers to lift and sturdy pages for little ones who are beginning to turn the pages. They''ll reveal the busy diggers doing different jobs and working hard to build a shiny new house! The short text is fun to read aloud and share with toddlers, while labels develop vocabulary and help little ones to learn the names of all their favourite diggers and trucks.

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Book SynopsisPeppa can''t wait for her special adventure - she gets to be a zookeeper for the day!Peppa will wear a zookeeper''s outfit, feed the guinea pigs and find out what makes the zoo such a magical place.The zookeepers Mr Lion, Mrs Crocodile and Mr Giraffe will make sure that this is a day to remember!

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Book SynopsisDenise Smart has worked as a recipe writer and food stylist for more than 20 years. She has written five children's cookery books for DK. Her attention to detail and passion for food shines through in her work. Denise creates and tests recipes for many food brands and supermarkets. She's covered subjects from desserts and baking to quick cooking and mug food. Her latest area of expertise has resulted in a best selling cookbook, Spiralize Now.

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Book SynopsisLaura Knowles is the author of several children's books, including It Starts with a Seed, which won the 2017 Margaret Mallett Award for Children's Non-fiction.Steven Wood has illustrated for PRH, Scholastic, and more. His focus is always on the characters that bring life and movement to the picture.

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Book Synopsis**** FIVE STARS 'Fascinating . . . Few fictional adventures can outdo those recounted here' The Telegraph Step into the Secret World. Charlotte Philby's grandfather was the most infamous double agent in history. Inspired to find out about his world, Charlotte discovered that there were plenty of untold stories of courage and secrets and daring . . . And so many were about women. There are a host of extraordinary tales involving female spies: from dare-devil skiers delivering top-secret information, to clever codebreakers taking down the world's biggest criminals, to brave undercover agents fighting alongside the French Resistance. Starring Edith Cavell, Elizebeth Friedman, Noor Inayat Khan and many more, the stories in this book explore the hope, courage, fear, loves and lives of these remarkable women. Featuring top-secret spying info and imagined newspaper articles covering incredible spy stories, this is your chance to find out about the women who hid in the shadows, but deserve to be in the spotlight.

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