Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books
Scholastic Irish Fairy Tales Myths and Legends
Book SynopsisEnjoy the rich mythical history of Ireland from the arrival of the Tuatha De Danann on the island and their great battles with the Fomorians right up to the modern day fairytales of Irish storytelling. Featuring heroes such as Cuchulainn and Fionn Mac Cumhaill as well as many traditional fairy tales such as The Children of Lir.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Minecraft BiteSize Builds
Book SynopsisLearn how to design, build and customise 20 mini-projects in Minecraft, from firefighter planes and deep-sea submarines to hidden bunkers and mini arcade games.There''s even a superhero flying school! With detailed instructions, block hacks and build tips, this book will encourage you to polish old skills and learn new tricks as you create a wide range of fun, bite-sized builds to impress your friends in Minecraft.Each build is accompanied by exploded views, step-by-step guides and detailed instructions to show you how to complete each build from start to finish. Informative text will help you with your construction understanding, and encourage you to use your new knowledge to create your very own builds.Try our indispensable handbooks for your Minecraft journey:Minecraft Redstone Handbook 978 0008495992Minecraft Survival Handbook 978 0755503452Minecraft Creative Handbook 978 0755500413Minecraft Combat Handbook 978 0755500420Minecraft Explorers Handbook 9780008608507Minecraft Legends H
£9.49
Usborne Publishing Ltd Chemistry for Beginners
Book SynopsisThis engaging introduction to chemistry tackles the key concepts and big ideas in a friendly and accessible way. From atoms to molecules, discover the basic building blocks of the universe and find out how chemists use them to create amazing new medicines, materials and more. Follow step-by-step chemical reactions, explore the periodic table and learn all about chemistry's real-life applications from solving crimes to producing green energy.
£9.49
Walker Books Ltd London A History
Book SynopsisSee the city of London like never before in a stunning gift book from the award-winning Laura Carlin.Explore the rich history and culture of London through the eyes of an award-winning illustrator. Laura Carlin''s gorgeous art is paired with a collection of poems, quotes and historical accounts to tell an idiosyncratic story of the greatest city in the world. From pre-history to present day, from famous events to the lives of everyday people, thousands of years of London''s history are celebrated through poems, excerpts and spellbinding illustrations in this beautiful and fascinating compendium.
£21.25
Abrams Spooky Lakes
Book Synopsis Dive into the most mysterious waters around the world (if you dare) in Spooky Lakes, an illustrated nonfiction book from TikTok star and educator Geo Rutherford From Geo Rutherford—the creator of the hit series Spooky Lake Month (over 65 million likes!)—comes this thrilling nonfiction book that plumbs the depths of 25 unusual lakes around the world. Backed by extensive research and packed with all-new content—including eerie and eye-popping watercolor illustrations in full color—Spooky Lakes takes readers on an adventure through weird and wild waters. Some of Earth’s strangest—and creepiest—wonders lie deep below the surface... There’s Lake Natron, a Tanzanian lake so briny that its waters can mummify any creature that touches its surface; Lake Maracaibo, a Venezuelan tidal bay where a constantly brewing storm sends an average of 28 lightning bolts per second into t
£17.09
Templar Publishing Animalium
Book SynopsisWelcome to the museum! There are more than 160 animal specimens to be discovered in Animalium, the first in a series of virtual museums. Wander the galleries - open 365 days a year - and discover a collection of curated exhibits on every page, accompanied by informative text. Each chapter features a different branch of the tree of life, from the simple sponge to the enormous elephant.Trade ReviewA rich , informative and truly wonderful cabinet of curiosities is beautifully displayed in this imaginative and covetous book. -- Chris Packham Animalium (Welcome to the Museum) grants admittance to your very own private, virtual museum. 'Curator' Jenny Broom (who studied fine art at the Slade), has created a truly unique concept, whereby you can pore over each 'room' and 'exhibit' at your leisure. With fascinating facts and beautiful illustrations by Katie Scott, Animalium is a must for any child with a love for the animal kingdom. * Mumsnet.com * A glorious book featuring page after page of extraordinary creatures. Fish, invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals are exquisitely drawn complete with Latin names and fascinating facts. This is a book Charles Darwin would have treasured. -- Harriet Green * The Guardian * The most beautiful book of the year is Animalium (Big Picture Press, GBP20), a big illustrated museum of creatures "curated" by Katie Scott and Jennie Broom. One for browsing and wondering at. -- Melanie McDonagh * The Evening Standard * "Stunning illustrations of 160 animals in a virtual museum. Kids over five will love this, as will the grown-ups!" * Prima magazine *
£21.25
John Blake Publishing Ltd Declan Rice (Ultimate Football Heroes) - Collect
Book SynopsisThe No.1 football series - over 1 million copies sold!This is the story of Declan Rice, the young midfield destroyer for West Ham United and the England national team. Discover how the player who was released by Chelsea's youth academy didn't let that get in the way of his dreams; of one day representing his nation. Discover how the two-footed, high energy pressing, combative midfielder, decided to represent England over Republic of Ireland and proved his skill at the highest level, becoming a West Ham hero and a star for his country.Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
£6.99
John Blake Publishing Ltd Lewandowski (Ultimate Football Heroes - the No. 1
Book SynopsisThe No.1 football series - over 1 million copies sold!Robert Lewandowski is one of the best strikers in the world. Loved for his smart gameplay and relentless goalscoring, Lewandowski gathered a great following at Lech Poznan and Borussia Dortmund. Then, his career reached new heights when he moved to Bayern Munich in 2014, leading to the team winning the Bundesliga six years in a row and becoming Champions League winners in 2020. Follow his incredible journey from a young boy aspiring to emulate his sporting parents, to the man who conquered the pitches of Munich and Europe!Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
£6.99
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd A Day in the Life of an Astronaut, Mars and the
Book SynopsisTake a colourful and comical tour through our galaxy and beyond with this fun new comic collection from Mike Barfield and Jess Bradley.Discover the poisonous clouds of Venus, the rings of Saturn and the raging storm on Jupiter. Venture inside nebulae, black holes, supernovas and far-flung galaxies. Find out about the historic figures who pioneered space travel, the animals who ventured to the stars so humans could follow and the ground-breaking technology that took them there.With over 90 fun-packed entries, children will laugh as they learn about the wonders of the universe. Each entry uses a colourful comic-strip style to delight and inform young readers in equal measure.Also available in the series:A Day in the Life of a Poo, a Gnu and You (Winner of the Blue Peter Book Award 2021) 9781780556468A Day in the Life of a Caveman, a Queen and Everything in Between 9781780557137Trade ReviewAn engaging comic-book format, managing to pack in an incredible amount of information ... a fun and entertaining introduction to space for young children. * BBC Sky at Night Magazine *It takes just 120 pages of humorous text and idiosyncratic cartoons to deliver a decent summary of our knowledge about space and the technology we use to investigate it. The science is comprehensive, sound and I learnt something new on every page… Barfield does not skip the difficult subjects (dark matter, speed of light) but gives us plenty of light-hearted detail as well: burps in space are quite the problem apparently! * Armadillo magazine *Accessible and memorable * Teach Primary *
£9.89
Penguin Random House Children's UK Families Families Families
Book SynopsisSuzanne Lang (Author) Suzanne Lang produces, develops and writes for children's television. She is a producer for Nickelodeon international's animated-shorts program and previously worked for Cartoon Network. Suzanne loves animals (especially cats and monkeys) and chocolate (especially with praline filling.)Max Lang (Illustrator) Max Lang is an animation director, storyboard artist, character designer, and illustrator. He codirected the film adaptation of The Gruffalo, which was nominated for an Oscar and a BAFTA, as well as the Oscar-nominated adaptation of Room on the Broom, which has won numerous awards, including an International Emmy, a BAFTA, and the Cristal for Best TV Production. Suzanne and Max live in England with their daughter and a trouble-prone cat.Trade ReviewFamilies can take many different shapes and forms and this engaging book looks at animal families in all their variety in a superb celebration of family life. It's an excellent way to introduce different sorts of families - animal and human - and to show that what counts, above all, is love. The wonderful illustrations are themsselves a celebration of difference, with plenty of different approaches taken to show animal families of all sorts. A great springboard for discussion. * Parents in Touch *Families can take many different shapes and forms and this engaging book looks at animal families in all their variety in a superb celebration of family life. It's an excellent way to introduce different sorts of families - animal and human - and to show that what counts, above all, is love. The wonderful illustrations are themsselves a celebration of difference, with plenty of different approaches taken to show animal families of all sorts. A great springboard for discussion. * Parents in Touch *
£999.99
Quarto Publishing PLC Jürgen Klopp
Book SynopsisPart of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Jürgen Klopp tells the inspiring story of one of football’s greatest managers and leaders.Trade Review“Learn about Klopp’s childhood in Germany, his 10 years as a professional football player and how he became a manager of champions. Part of the Little People, Big Dreams series.” * The Bookseller *
£9.49
Authentic Media ICB International Childrens Bible
Book SynopsisThis Bible is written especially with children in mind and translated from Hebrew and Greek manuscripts. This edition is illustrated throughout and other features include a dictionary and colourful maps. It is also available with special St John's Gospel and St Mark's Gospel editions.
£17.99
b small publishing limited All Brains Are Wonderful
Book SynopsisDiscover all about your Very Important Brain! The brain is the boss of your body. But it's more than anatomy. Primary school teacher, neurodivergent spokesperson and reading for pleasure expert Scott Evans, with the help of a neuroscientist, shows how neurodiversity, mental health and training your brain are what makes you YOUand YOU are amazing!
£9.49
Scholastic Cat on the Run Cat of Death Cat on the Run
Book SynopsisWhat happens when the world's #1 Cat Video Star gets accused of a crime she didn't commit? She becomes a cat on the run, that's what. From the New York Times bestselling author of THE BAD GUYS comes another hilarious illustrated series starring a pampered cat who is way tougher than anyone realizes.
£7.59
Kumon Publishing North America, Inc Grade 2 Geometry & Measurement
Book SynopsisTopics covered in this book:Count and skip-count to 100Compare and order numbersIdentify, recognize, name, sort and compare basic two- and three-dimensional shapesUse non-standard units to measure and compare concrete shapesCoins (penny, nickel, dime, quarter)Telling time (to the hour and a half hour)
£999.99
Little Tiger Press Group Home: where our story begins
Book SynopsisWherever we may choose to roam, We need a place to call our home. A gorgeous board book by award-winning author and illustrator Britta Teckentrup! Follow a little bear as he discovers a host of animal homes and more in this beautiful die-cut board book. Wander through the forest and peep through the die-cuts to reveal fascinating habitats and stunning natural scenes. Lyrical text by Patricia Hegarty is paired with stunning artwork by the award-winning illustrator Britta Teckentrup to bring these animal homes to life. Ending back in bear’s cosy cave as he snuggles down to hibernate, this gorgeous book makes a perfect bedtime read! Also available in the Peek-through Nature series: Don't miss the full range of stunning books that focus on the natural world, including Moon, Bee, Sea and Tree! For more Britta Teckentrup books that explore social themes, don’t miss We Are Together, Under the Same Sky, Kindness Grows and A Happy Place.
£7.59
John Blake Publishing Ltd Son Heung-min (Ultimate Football Heroes - the No.
Book SynopsisThe No.1 football series - over 1 million copies sold!Son Heung-min, the South Korean superstar, is now one of the best attacking talents in the world. The Ballon d'Or nominee can do it all - whether it's scoring sensational solo goals by zipping across the field, or telepathically assisting his teammate Harry Kane with another goal. Discover how Son, a young boy from Chuncheon who always dreamed of playing for his country, became a global icon and rose to stardom not just in Asia, but across the globe!Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
£6.99
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd The Kids’ Book of Awesome Riddles: More than 150
Book SynopsisPacked with over 150 cunning conundrums and perplexing puzzles, this fun and challenging riddle book is packed with difficult riddles, designed to test logic and lateral thinking.This brain-bending collection of the trickiest riddles for clever kids is packed with hundreds of cunning conundrums and perplexing puzzles that will keep kids guessing. The riddles are accompanied with fun illustrations that add humour, but won't give the game away.From quick, easy riddles to keep your brain ticking over, to longer riddles that involve some serious brainpower, The Kids' Book of Awesome Riddles has something for everyone to enjoy.These riddles are the perfect activity for kids, parents, brothers, sisters, friends and family. For anyone that loves problem solving and testing their lateral and creative thinking skills, whether travelling, on holiday, at home or on the go, this book has it all.
£6.83
Usborne Publishing Ltd Babys Very First Noisy Book Garden
Book SynopsisFiona Watt (Author) Fiona 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.
£999.99
Bonnier Books Ltd Disney Villains Happily Never After: Vanessa
Book SynopsisDiscover what Ursula would sacrifice for her happy ending in this Disney Villain Tales novel.
£8.09
Usborne Publishing Ltd Look Inside Volcanoes and Earthquakes
Book SynopsisLaura Cowan (Author) Laura studied literature twice at university, so she's read a lot of books (always helpful when writing them). Before joining Usborne, she taught English in Barcelona, Dublin and Cambridge. She now lives in East London, where she regrets the lack of sun and sea.Emily Bone (Author) Emily Bone grew up among the rolling hills of Hampshire, writing stories about the ants and birds in her garden. After studying English at Cambridge, she found her dream job at Usborne in 2007. Since then, she's written about many weird and wonderful creatures, along with books on space, fashion and food.
£9.49
Tommy Nelson Indescribable
Book SynopsisIndescribable: 100 Devotions About God and Science will engage curious minds and help them discover that God’s design truly is awe-inspiring. In 100 devotions on topics such as creation, the universe, our amazing bodies, and weather, kids will understand what millions of adults have gleaned from Louie Giglio’s beloved message Indescribable
£11.69
Penguin Random House Children's UK Katie Morag Delivers the Mail
Book SynopsisWelcome to the Island of Struay, home of one of the best-loved characters in children's books and as seen on TV - Katie Morag McColl! When the village mail gets muddled, it's up to Katie Morag to sort things out - with a little help from Grannie Island and her tractor...Trade Review[Katie Morag's] adventures are so appealing to children from all backgrounds * The Times *
£999.99
Pearson Education Limited Bug Club Phonics Phase 3 Unit 8 Sand Champ
Book SynopsisBeth can model things in sand - we find out how and see some fantastic sand champ creations.
£8.82
Oxford University Press Oxford School Shakespeare Henry V
Book SynopsisOxford School Shakespeare is an acclaimed edition especially designed for students, with accessible on-page notes and explanatory illustrations, clear background information, and rigorous-but-accessible scholarly credentials. Henry V is a popular text for study by secondary students the world over. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists and classroom notes.This title is suitable for all exam boards and for the most recent GCSE specifications.Table of ContentsIntroduction - About the Play - Leading Characters in the Play - Family Tree - Synopsis - Henry V: commentary - Hal to Henry: From Prince of Wales to King of England - Shakespeare's Verse - Source, Date, and Text People in the Play - Henry V - The Source of Henry V - What the Critics have said Classwork and Examinations - Discussion of Themes and Topics - Character Study - Activities - Context Questions - Critical Appreciation - Essays - Projects Suggested Further Reading William Shakespeare 1564-1616 List of Shakespeare's Plays
£7.59
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd The Kids' Book of Crosswords 1
Book SynopsisFrom the creators of the hugely popular Kids' Book of Wordsearches 1, this new addition to the series has over 150 crossword puzzles to complete. Addictive, fun and conveniently compact, this book of crosswords will provide hours of entertainment.From bestselling brain-training and puzzle book author Gareth Moore, The Kids’ Book of Crosswords 1 will test word power and keep boredom at bay.Also available: (9781780554334) The Kids' Book of Crosswords 2 The Kids’ Book of Crosswords 1 is a reprint of The Kids’ Book of Crosswords (2011). Repackaged with a new cover design, it makes up a set of four colour-coded crossword and wordsearch books.Also available in the Buster Puzzle Book series:9781780554334 The Kids' Book of Crosswords 29781780554402 The Kids' Book of Wordsearches 19781780554341 The Kids' Book of Wordsearches 29781780555003 The Kids' Book of Mazes 19781780555027 The Kids' Book of Mazes 29781780555010 The Kids' Book of Sudoku 19781780555034 The Kids' Book of Sudoku 29781780555058 The Kids' Book of Dot to Dot 19781780555041 The Kids' Book of Puzzles 1
£6.23
Usborne Publishing Ltd My Name is Sunshine Simpson
Book SynopsisMeet Sunshine Simpson - a brand-new best friend for 9+ readers! Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson.Sunshine Simpson's larger-than-life Grandad is always telling her to get out and find her own adventures, but unfortunately BAD LUCK has a habit of coming her way.Her new friend Evie is fast becoming a FRENEMY, her home haircut is a DISASTER, and the school showcase is so STRESSFUL! Everything seems to be going wrong! Especially with Grandad getting older every week.Sunshine needs to find her voice, but can she break through the clouds to stand tall, stand proud, and show the world she can shine?PRAISE FOR MY NAME IS SUNSHINE SIMPSON"An utterly briliant book that had me laughing and crying in equal measure. G.M. Linton has created a truly radiant heroine. It is officially a new favourite." Tolá Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun"A book as warm and radiant as sunshine itself! I loved it." Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy"A beautiful, heartwarming hug of a book about the power of self-acceptance. I defy anyone not to fall in love with Sunshine!" Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear"I loved this book, Sunshine entirely lives up to her name in this delightful story that manages to be both sincerely heartfelt and sparklingly funny in equal measure." L.D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency"A huge, uplifting hug with a message that says: be yourself; be proud of who you are." Jen Carney, author of The Accidental Diary of B.U.G"The story is filled with heart, humour, joy and sadness. I couldn't stop reading." Serena Patel, author of the Anisha, Accidental Detective series"Sunshine lives up to her name - she's charming and hilarious" Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of Stars"This book made me LAUGH and how it made me CRY" Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of How to Change the WorldTrade ReviewA book as warm and radiant as sunshine itself! I loved it. -- Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish BoyA beautiful, heartwarming hug of a book about the power of self-acceptance. I defy anyone not to fall in love with Sunshine! * Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear *Great if you are a fan of Jacqueline Wilson * BBC Radio 4's Front Row *I loved this book, Sunshine entirely lives up to her name in this delightful story that manages to be both sincerely heartfelt and sparklingly funny in equal measure. * L.D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency *I was utterly enthralled by this heartwarming story. Through Sunshine, G.M. Linton has perfectly captured childhood insecurities and wrapped them up in a huge, uplifting hug with a message that says: be yourself; be proud of who you are. I particularly loved the story's celebration of the Windrush generation, the palpable sense of community, and the warmth I felt when reading about Sunshine's wonderful bond with her Grandad Bobby. -- Jen Carney, author of The Accidental Diary of B.U.G.Sunshine lives up to her name - she's charming and hilarious and so is this wonderful debut title. -- Aisha Bushby, author of A Pocketful of StarsThis is a very special book and like the warmest hug. I loved Sunshine, her voice is so real and relatable. Her family are gorgeous. The story is filled with heart, humour, joy and sadness. I couldn't stop reading. * Serena Patel, author of the Anisha, Accidental Detective series *This uplifting and charming middle-grade by G.M. Linton is warm and funny. It puts a spotlight on the Windrush generation and has the most wonderful grandpa! You'll love it. * A.M. Dassu, author of Boy Everywhere *Powerful and poignant, it's a celebration of the Windrush generation and the achievements of Black heroes, and it's infused with Caribbean humour, warmth and wisdom...an exciting new voice and one to watch.Every so often I discover a new writer who completely blows me away. This is one of them. I can't tell you how this book made me LAUGH and how it made me CRY. And how I kept thinking just how lucky we all are that books like this exist today. I'm just so in love with this book.When you find something as special as this, you want everyone to read it!so moving, but also hilarious and heartwarmingIt's all so warm and wonderful. -- Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of How To Be ExtraordinaryAn utterly brilliant book that had me laughing and crying in equal measure. G.M. Linton has created a truly radiant heroine. It is officially a new favourite. * Tolá Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun *
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group The 57 Bus: A True Story of Two Teenagers and the
Book SynopsisWinner of the Stonewall Young Adult Literature AwardOne teenager in a skirt. One teenager with a lighter. One moment that changes both their lives forever.Two teenagers growing up in Oakland, California. One, Sasha, was born male but identifies as agender, wears skirts and attends a private school. The other, Richard, is an African American from a poor part of Oakland who attends a rough public school. They have no reason to meet, except for eight minutes every day, they catch the same bus home. And one day, messing about, Richard spies Sasha napping. He flicks the flame of his lighter to Sasha's skirt, and Sasha wakes up in a ball of flame. What happens next, as the victim, the perpetrator and the community struggle to come to terms with their sadness and shock, is a story of recovery, reconciliation, forgiveness and, above all, hope. It's about the power of being true to yourself, bravery and the good and bad in all of us. And, remarkably, it's all true.Trade ReviewA sensitive study of an incident wrapped up in so many modern conundrums -- Suzi Feay * The Financial Times *
£8.54
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC We Catch the Bus
Book SynopsisChoose your favourite vehicle and LET'S GO! Join all the busy animals as they zoom around in every kind of vehicle you can imagine, vibrantly illustrated by the talented Katie Abey. Is that a cheeky monkey flying a plane? And did I see a llama riding a scooter? And there's a whole pack of animals catching that bus. All the animals are on the move in their favourite vehicles, zipping by in their own hilarious way. Travel across airports, race through city streets in fire engines and drive around building sites. Wherever you're going today ... tell us how it should be done! We Catch the Bus invites children to choose their favourite vehicles and how they like to travel over 12 spreads, packed with animals driving cars, buses, diggers, spacecraft, bikes, ships, scooters and more. With interactive speech bubbles and hilarious shout outs, this hilarious follow-up to We Wear Pants and We Eat Bananas is perfect for fans of You Choose and Just Imagine and kids who love to be on the move.
£7.59
Faber & Faber Animal Farm
Book SynopsisNOMINATED - CILIP KATE GREENAWAY MEDALAll animals are equal but some animals are more equal than others.It's just an ordinary farm - until the animals revolt. The other animals are sure that life is improving, but as systems are replaced and half-truths are retold, a new hierarchy emerges .
£8.54
John Blake Publishing Ltd Alisson (Ultimate Football Heroes - the No. 1
Book SynopsisThe No.1 football series - over 1 million copies sold!Alisson Becker is the amazing Brazilian goalkeeper who earned his dream move to Liverpool FC in the summer of 2018. His record fee of £66.8 million made him the most expensive goalkeeper of all time. Known for his stunning saves and composure in possession, Alisson really is a force to be reckoned with both in the Premier League and on the world stage. This is the story of the little boy from Novo Hamburgo with a big dream that took him all the way to the bright lights of Anfield.Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
£6.99
Scholastic The Best Diwali Ever CBB
Book SynopsisThis year, Ariana has plans to make Diwali an extra special celebration,with yummy sweets, divas around the house, pretty clothes,fireworks and... the rangoli competition, of course. Everything would go perfectly to plan if it weren't for Rafi, herlittle brother, always up to mischief...and always being clumsy!Will he ruin Diwali too?
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Death on the Tracks
Book SynopsisYOU choose how to solve a murder in this collection of three gripping storiesSolve the puzzle. Solve the murder.Simple, right? Join Arlo Banks in this choose your own adventure mystery story as you race against the clock to catch a killerArlo Banks has always wanted to be a detective. And when he solves a fiendish puzzle in The Times, set by an elderly Oxford professor, he might just get his chance. The reward for solving the puzzle is a trip of a lifetime a journey on the famous Orient Express. It is a journey full of mystery and murder. Clues are everywhere. As Arlo Banks, your job is track down the truth. But there are puzzles and riddles at every turn, and the answers are not always as straightforward as they seem.Your choices could take you to the killer or lead to a more unfortunate fate.Perfect for fans of Murdle Junior, Puzzles for Spies and Cluedle, you choose what path you take, what puzzles you solve, and what answers you take to help you solve a murder.
£8.54
Penguin Random House Children's UK Not Now Noor
Book SynopsisNoor loves her mum, and all the other hijabi women in her family, but wonders why do they wear headscarves? Is it so they can hide snacks for later? Or because they''re a super spy and hiding their secret identity?Full of curiousity, Noor sets out to find her answer, but her family are all busy and have no time to answer this important question. Just as Noor is ready to give up on her quest, her Ammu arrives home and knows just the thing to say.This heart-warming yet funny tale is a celebration of Muslim women, curious children, and family love.
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Ten Minutes to Bed Little Monster
Book SynopsisFrom the team behind Ten Minutes to Bed Little Unicorn; a little monster who would rather do anything but sleep. . . This is the perfect bedtime story for every little monster''s bedtime! It''s full of magic, big paws, fluffy fur and little claws.Belch the monster is supposed to be settling down for bedtime, but with so many distractions it looks like bedtime could be quite a way away... Count down from ten as you journey through the beautifully illustrated, gradually calming pages of this gorgeous bedtime story.Also available:Ten Minutes to Bed: Little UnicornTen Minutes to Bed: Little MermaidTen Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn''s Christmas Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Unicorn Book and Toy Set
£7.59
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Music and How it Works
Book SynopsisTake a visual journey through the world of music and learn the science behind it, too.Budding music fans will love discovering musical geniuses of every era, from Mozart and classical music to Bowie and pop, as well as finding out how music is created and what links it all together.The book looks at music throughout history, beginning with the first known melody from the Fertile Crescent and covering modern music phenomena, from K Pop to hip-hop. Instruments and genres from across the world are featured, with playlists of key pieces encouraging kids to look up pieces to hear for themselves. STEAM spreads delve into the psychology and math behind music, from how it affects our mood to how it can improve our minds.Covering India''s Ragas, Indonesia''s Gamelan, Japan''s city pop, and more, this book will help children discover a love of music.
£11.69
AURORA PP Shelby Snail Plush Toy
Book SynopsisPP Shelby Snail 5 inches.
£8.80
AURORA PP Ace Tennis Ball Plush Toy
Book SynopsisPP Tennis Ace 5 inches.
£9.27
HarperCollins Publishers Fancy Nancy
Book SynopsisThe fanciest New York Times No 1 best seller ever!Meet Fancy Nancy, who believes that less is definitely NOT more, when it comes to dressing up and being fabulous!From the top of her tiara down to her sparkly studded shoes, Nancy is determined to teach her family a thing or two about being fancy.How Nancy transformers her parents and little sister for one enchanted evening makes for a story that is funny and warm with or without the frills.Trade Review“It’s innocent and magical and just the book you want your little girl to read. Utterly charming” Mum reviewing Fancy Nancy “I will be buying more copies of this book for Christmas…my friends daughters would love [it]!” Mum reviewing Fancy Nancy
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Not A Stick
Book SynopsisA beautifully designed book, celebrating the power of the imagination to transform even the most ordinary of objects into something magical.A stick is just a stick unless it''s not a stick. From fishing rod to dragon-taming sword a small pig shows that a stick will go as far as the imagination allows.Antoinette Portis captures the thrill of when pretend feels so real that it actually becomes reality. Her simple, spare text and illustrations show that seeing truly depends on the ability to believe in the possibilities.Trade ReviewPraise for Not a Box: “Dedicated ‘to children everywhere sitting cardboard boxes’, this wonderful little book perfectly captures the amazing capacity of a child’s imagination to create endless possibilities out of a humble box. Brilliantly illustrated with a cute bunny (bearing a passing homage to the graphic minimalism of Duck Bruna’s Miffy), the box becomes all manner of wonderful things, from a rocketship to a hot-air balloon – anything but a plain old cardboard box. A super book that’s as close to perfection as a picture book can get!” Junior “Simple and appealing… Nicely packaged in a cardboard cover, it looks like a kids’ classic in the making.” Time Out “A stylish paean to the imagination for two- to four-year-olds.” Financial Times Magazine “This fashionably simple book has Rabbit encouraging young children to explore imaginary worlds whilst sitting in a cardboard box – on land or water or up into space. Great fun.” Carousel “The adorable story of Rabbit and imaginative world within a simple cardboard box.” Practical Parenting
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Slightly Annoying Elephant
Book SynopsisThe number one bestselling picture book, now available in paperbackWhat's big, blue, bossy, and turns up uninvited?A slightly annoying elephant, of course!Introducing a magnificently warm and funny picture book from two remarkable talents.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS’S FICTION: “A pleasure to read. A beguilingly funny, original and thought-provoking tale… hilarious” – Amanda Craig, The Times “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole "A triumphant mix of wit and warmth" – Telegraph Books of the Year “a new Roald Dahl” – The Times "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – The Sun PRAISE FOR TONY ROSS’S PICTURE BOOKS: “Children’s favourite Tony Ross triumphs again” – The Times “ Tony Ross is a master at capturing the humour in childhood” – Books Magazine “Hilarious and a godsend to parents” – Daily Mail “A must for any parent and child” – Guardian “Brilliant touches of characterisation and silliness” – Books for Keeps
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers The Silver Serpent
Book SynopsisA third mystery for thirteen-year-old Agatha Oddly – a bold, determined heroine, and the star of this stylish new detective series.
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Marnie Midnight 3
Book SynopsisThe third in a magical illustrated new young fiction series for children aged 7-9 from best-selling author and illustrator, Laura Ellen Anderson!A hugely imaginative world with stunning illustrations Harriet Muncaster, author of Isadora MoonMarnie the little moon-loving moth and her friends are going on a camping trip! Marnie, Floyd and Star snuggle down for a good night's sleep tucked up inside their leaf sleeping bags. But when they wake up they realise that they are no longer in the meadow they''re inside a HUMAN HOUSE!As the friends search for a way out of the giant house they stumble across all sorts of weird and wonderful things including a very playful cat and a whole swarm of perplexing wasps. Can the friends go on a MINIBEAST MISSION and make it back to school safely?
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers War Game The classic illustrated childrens book
Book SynopsisA special lavishly illustrated new edition of Michael Foreman''s classic story.War Game is a modern classic about a group of lads who sign up to fight in World War I and find themselves fighting on the front line. Then, on Christmas Day in 1914, something remarkable happens as the German and British armies stop fighting and meet in no-man's-land to play football. But the war isn't over, the two sides resume fighting, and the group of lads are ordered to charge across no-man's-land . . .Michael Foreman's numerous books for children have earned him widespread recognition as one of the world's leading illustrators. He has regularly collaborated with Terry Jones, Michael Morpurgo and others while several of his own books are also considered modern classics.Trade Review‘It is, on several levels, a masterpiece’ – The Times Literary Supplement ‘Foreman tells this harrowing story with truth and simplicity, and the range and luminous intensity of the watercolour illustrations make it an unforgettable experience.’ – The Guardian ‘The work of a major children’s author at his peak.’ – The Daily Telegraph
£10.44
Penguin Random House Children's UK Little World At the Airport
Book SynopsisIntroducing the interactive Little World series from Ladybird that makes our big world little.Little World is designed for curious toddlers, allowing them to explore familiar landscapes and faraway places, from cities and jungles to outer space and ocean depths.The gentle narrative is perfect for reading aloud, guiding children through the terminal as they check in bags, walk through security and board the plane. A novelty slide, push or pull on every spread will engage children and help to soothe any anxiety about airports and flying.Sam Meredith''s bright artwork and charming characters encourage interaction and play, with lots to spot, see and enjoy on every spread.Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Look out for other titles in the Ladybird Little World series:In the CityTo the MoonJungle JourneyUnder the Sea To the Beach<
£6.99
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Adventures with Finn and Skip Fish
Book SynopsisBrendan Kearney is back with another incredible kid's book, perfect for adults and children to share together. Brendan is an award-winning children's book illustrator and author based in the UK. The Night the Moon Went Missing was Books Are My Bag, Indie Book of the Month 2021, shortlisted for the Indie Book Awards, and won bronze at the Made For Mums Awards 2022. Brendan is passionate about the stories he brings to life and continues to inspire and captivate children around the world with his narrative nonfiction.
£6.99
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Amazing Oceans
Book SynopsisAnnie Roth is a science journalist and filmmaker based in Santa Cruz, California, who is wild about wildlife. She covers biology, ecology, and wildlife conservation issues for National Geographic, the New York Times, Hakai Magazine, and many other publications. She has ventured to the depths of the ocean in pursuit of one-of-a-kind stories. Through writing, she wants to make the world a better place for humans and non-humans alike.
£17.00
Penguin Random House Children's UK Science is Lit
Book SynopsisAlright BOOM, Big Manny is here to show you how you can become a real-life scientist and create awesome experiments at home using ordinary ingredients.We''ll learn some basic (and not-so basic) chemistry tings - from combustion to chromatography (chroma-what-now?).We''ll meet the amazing elements that each have their own personalities - from fiery hydrogen to the main man oxygen.And we''ll create explosive reactions - from fizzing mixtures to dish soap volcanoes!Let''s start experimenting and find out why science is lit, innit.Written by TikTok science sensation Big Manny, this is the perfect book to inspire young scientists aged 812.
£8.54
