Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

Book SynopsisEarth needs protecting and we can help, too. If we all work together, there's lots we can do. Recycling our rubbish, not throwing away, means things can be used in a different way! Follow six families throughout the day to show the things we can all do around the house to live in a more environmentally conscious way. Artwork from bestselling illustrator Frann Preston-Gannon will bring a smile of recognition to parents’ faces everywhere and captures the unique loving bond at the heart of every family.

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Book SynopsisAt the end of his last adventure (Belle Nash and the Bath Souffle), Belle Nash was banished for four years to the island of Grenada. It is now 1835, and Belle has returned to Bath, glad to be back but pained by the absence of his most recent Caribbean love. His heartache leads to confusions when he meets Pablo Fanque, the Black equestrian acrobat from Norfolk who longs to set up his own circus. As a well-loved figure in Bath, Belle uses his influence to try and help, but has to run the gauntlet of Lord Servitude, the most hated man in England and a die-hard supporter of slavery. As ever, William Keeling's whimsical tale brings Belle, his gay hero, into a situation where comedy does not obscure stark moral issues to do with prejudice and bigotry that are as alive today as they were in Regency times.Trade ReviewOf the author's first novel: 'A real romp of a book - full of surprises!' (Alexander McCall Smith). 'Funny, clever, silly in the right way, and strangely moving in its unexpected ending. I love the alt-Regency Bath universe Keeling has built' (Jeanette Winterson). 'By turns incisive, outlandish and hilarious! ... There's a brilliance in The Gay Street Chronicles, half-modern, half-Dickensian' (Matthew Parris). 'Bravo! A rollicking tale of corruption, intrigue and romance. A racy read!' (Peter Tatchell). 'An unputdownable Regency frolic!' (Jane Ridley). 'A triumph!' (Michael Holman)

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Book SynopsisDIVE INTO THE WORLD'S OCEANS TO MEET 36 MAGNIFICENT OCEAN CREATURES. Explore sunlit coral reefs, wide open seas and the murky depths to seesome of the most incredible ocean creatures in the world.

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Book SynopsisAn fun and engaging story about a milk jug who finds friendship and a second lease of life

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Book Synopsis'Warm, sweet wish-fulfilment, with cute illustrations perfectly pitched for 6-plus' Guardian A collection of two warm and funny stories about Luma and her cheeky pet dragon.When Luma Dewan wakes up on the morning of her seventh birthday, she knows that today will be special. But she has no idea just how wonderful and extraordinary it will be.For today is the day she will meet Timir – a real talking dragon. Or at least when Luma is around that's what he is. When anyone else is there, he becomes an ordinary grey puppy with a fluffy tail, who loves chasing squirrels and bouncing on trampolines.It's a big secret to keep – and Luma's clever cousin Arjun is soon suspicious of this peculiar puppy, who doesn't quite behave like any other dog. Luckily Luma's grandmother – Nani – is there to help, and to Luma's surprise, Nani might just know a little dragon magic of her own . . .Trade Review'Warm, sweet wish-fulfilment, with cute illustrations perfectly pitched for 6-plus' * Guardian *'Full of mischief and mayhem, these light-hearted tales are ideal for independent young readers' * Booktrust *'Perfectly pitched and charming' -- Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy Who Grew Dragons'A charming tale of friendship, family, and the ups and downs of dragon ownership' * Kirkus *'The relatable family set-up with a wise Grandma, a flustered Mum and slightly nosy cousins adds to the warmth and charm of the stories' * Library Girl and Book Boy *

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Book SynopsisThe seventh book in the brilliant Roald Dahl Funny Prize winning BARRY LOSER Loserseries. Perfect forreaders aged 7 years + and fansof Diary of a Wimpy Kid,Tom Gates and Dennis the Menace.It's only a few days into the half-term holidays and Barry''s dad has already had enough of him! He's packing Barry off to Pirate Camp, the same one he used to be sent to every year. Barry's not impressed he's not a baby anymore, so why should he have to go to a camp for kiddywinkles? But horrible things are afoot at Pirate Camp it's been taken over by the villainous Morag, and now its future's in doubt. There's only one thing to do: Barry and his new friends Sally Bottom and Renard Dupont have to uncover the hidden treasure of Mogden Island Don''t miss the other hilarious books by Jim Smith: I am not a Loser, I am still not a Loser, I am so over being a Loser, I am sort of a Loser, Barry Loser and the holiday of doom, Barry Loser and the case of the crumpled carton, Barry Loser''s ultimate book of Trade ReviewThe review of the eight-year-old boy in our house . . . "Can I keep it to give to a friend?' Best recommendation you can get', Observer 'Hugely enjoyable surreal chaos', Guardian 'I laughed so much that I thought I was going to burst!', Finbar, aged 9

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Book SynopsisMake This Book Wild is a fun children's scrapbook filled with creative activities to help children connect with nature.Trade Review“From the authors of The Stick Book comes a dynamic activity book combining creativity and outdoor adventure. Readers are encouraged to draw, write, play and add foraged materials to create a treasure trove of natural wonders.” * The Bookseller *Be warned, your children might have to prise this creative book out of your hands. They can collect petals or leaves for collages, rewild a city street with drawings of greenery or decorate a butterfly.’ * The Sunday Express *‘If you are ready for a fun, outdoors challenge this Easter, in fact over the coming Spring and Summer months then authors Jo Schofield and Fiona Danks have the perfect one for you wrapped up in the pages of this book illustrated by Anna Avanir​.’ * Armadillo Magazine *“this interactive one-of-a-kind creative scrapbook offers children an outlet for creativity inspired by the wild world.” * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisHarness the power of the elements with the Moonlight Riders! A stand-out series for young readers from bestselling author Linda Chapman, author of MY SECRET UNICORN and UNICORN ACADEMY.Could you be a True Rider?Amara is thrilled when her best friend Kalini joins the Moonlight Stables Riding School. But Kalini doesn''t know the meadow ponies secret - they have magical powers! When a strange storm causes havoc in the town and Amara and the other True Riders suspect the Night Riders are behind it, Amara is forced to keep more secrets from Kalini and the friends fall out. But when the bad weather is discovered to be caused by a scared Storm Horse, Kalini might just be key to helping rescue it...Don''t miss the other Moonlight Riders stories!Fire HorsePetal PonySea FoalSnow MareSand Filly

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Book SynopsisBursting with fascinating facts for impressing friends, parents, grandparents and teachers – perfect for curious children everywhere!

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Book Synopsis“Brilliant, hilarious, and oh-so-romantic.” —BuzzFeed “Swoony, steamy.” —Entertainment Weekly The Hating Game meets Booksmart by way of Morgan Matson in this unforgettable romantic comedy about two rival overachievers whose relationship completely transforms over the course of twenty-four hours.Today, she hates him. It’s the last day of senior year. Rowan Roth and Neil McNair have been bitter rivals for all of high school, clashing on test scores, student council elections, and even gym class pull-up contests. While Rowan, who secretly wants to write romance novels, is anxious about the future, she’d love to beat her infuriating nemesis one last time. Tonight, she puts up with him. When Neil is named valedictorian, Rowan has only one chance at victory: Howl, a senior class game that takes them all over Seattle, a farewell tour of the city she loves. But after learning a group of seniors is out to get them, she and Neil reluctantly decide to team up until they’re the last players left—and then they’ll destroy each other. As Rowan spends more time with Neil, she realizes he’s much more than the awkward linguistics nerd she’s sparred with for the past four years. And, perhaps, this boy she claims to despise might actually be the boy of her dreams. Tomorrow…maybe she’s already fallen for him.Trade Review“Brilliant, hilarious, and oh-so-romantic.” —BuzzFeed "Swoony, steamy." —Entertainment Weekly “A dizzying, intimate romance.” —Kirkus, starred review "This funny, tender, and romantic book is fresh and wholly satisfying.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review “A breezy, one-sitting read that wraps the immediacy of a single day with outstanding layers of nostalgia, empowerment and self-acceptance.” —BookPage, starred review “A thoughtful and current story, and a fun summer read.” —SLJ “Today Tonight Tomorrow is romance done right.” —Tamara Ireland Stone, New York Times bestselling author of Every Last Word “Fun, flirty, and downright adorable.” —Deb Caletti, award-winning author of A Heart in a Body in the World and Girl, Unframed “I fell head over heels for this smart, swoony, hilarious story.” —Jennifer Dugan, author of Hot Dog Girl “In this pitch-perfect romance, it takes only one night for enemies to find love, but Solomon’s wonderful writing and complex characters captivate instantly.” —Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka, authors of Always Never Yours and If I’m Being Honest

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Book Synopsis'A masterclass in how to do children's self help well... the medicine will go down very easily' TELEGRAPH Have you ever met a Problem? They come in all shapes and sizes, and can pop up at the most inconvenient times. But you should know some things about them that will help you make them disappear… This one-of-a-kind picture book will help little ones and grown-ups alike deal with their every day problems, from award-winning children's poet Rachel Rooney and highly acclaimed illustrator Zehra Hicks. For fans of Ed Vere and Kes Gray. Also in the series: The Worrying Worries The Fears You FearTrade Review"Problems are given a physical form in this funny, insightful picture book which combines a thoughtful lyrical text with bouncy, bright art" -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller - Editor's Choice *"Gently funny and very readable this is a great way to keep the conversation open about what is going on in our children's minds." * Angels & Urchins *"Children's self-help is a booming market, and Rooney gives a masterclass in how to do it well... here the combination of Rooney's sing-song rhymes and Zehra Hicks's cosily expressive illustrations make the medicine go down very easily." -- Emily Bearn * Telegraph *"An excellent book for sharing with any child but especially anxious ones." -- Sarah Webb * Irish Independent *"A lovely way to tackle a sometimes difficult subject in a way that will appeal to many children." -- Tricia Adams * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisSam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.Trade ReviewA gift for all the family to share! * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisThe latest volume in the bestselling Bite-Size Builds series.If you enjoyed the first Minecraft Bite-Size Builds book, you'll love this second volume, jam-packed with all-new builds for you to try out! Why not collect them both!Featuring a space rocket, super slide, rainbow stables,unicorn statue, jungle shrine, hillside home, lighthouse, fishing shack, hanging home, mineshaft trains, and much more.Learn how to design, build and customise over 20 Minecraft mini-projects. With detailed instructions, block hacks and build tips, this book will encourage you to learn new tricks and polish old skills as you create a wide range of fun, bite-sized builds.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 Handbook 978 0008595012Brilliant books full of inspiration:Minecraft Bite Size Builds: 978 0755500406Minecraft Super Bite Size Builds 978 0008534127Minecraft Epic Inventions 978 0008496012Minecraft Epic Bases: 978 1405296472Perfect Gifts:Minecraft Maps 978 1405294546Minecraft Blockopedia 978 0755500390Sticker, humour and activity:Minecraft Survival Sticker Book 978 1405288552Minecraft Sticker Adventure Treasure Hunt 978 0755503582Minecraft Sticker Adventure Mobs Attack 978 0008533953Minecraft Joke Book 978 1405295253Minecraft How to Draw 978 0008534028Minecraft Would You Rather 978 0008534028Minecraft Catch the Creeper 978 0755503575

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Book SynopsisA groundbreaking memoir about being a trans teen.

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Book SynopsisFive Nights at Freddy''s fans won''t want to miss this pulse-pounding collection of three novella-length tales that will keep even the bravest FNAF player up at night...For Delilah, Stanley, and Devon, being left behind is practically a way of life. Orphaned from a young age and recently divorced, Delilah escapes deeper into her dreams each night, in desperate need of a wake-up call. Stanley is newly dumped, stuck in a dead-end job for a mysterious employer, and unable to connect with anyone. And Devon, abandoned by his dad and ignored by his mom, can''t understand why love and friendship come so easily to everyone except him. Unfortunately, in the callous world of Five Nights at Freddy''s, it''s always in the depths of loneliness when evil creeps in.In this third volume, Five Nights at Freddy''s creator Scott Cawthon spins three sinister novella-length stories from different corners of his series'' canon, featuring cover art from fan-favorite artist LadyFis

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Book SynopsisThis updated edition of the bestselling All Cats Have Asperger Syndrome provides an engaging, gentle introduction to autism.All-new cats take a playful look at the world of autism, and these fun feline friends will strike a chord with all those who are familiar with typical autistic traits, bringing to life common characteristics such as sensory sensitivities, social issues and communication difficulties.Touching, humorous and insightful, this book evokes all the joys and challenges of being on the autism spectrum, leaving the reader with a sense of the dignity, individuality and the potential of autistic people.Trade ReviewKathy Hoopmann's newest edition of All Cats Are on the Autism Spectrum will bring lots of smiles and autism awareness information to readers of every age. -- Liane Holliday-Willey, EdD, author of Pretending to Be Normal: Living with Asperger's Syndrome and Safety Skills for Asperger Women: How to Save a Perfectly Good Female LifeKathy has an ingenious way of blending the characteristics of beloved kitty cats to showcase the nuances and diversity of people on the autism spectrum. The richness of the pictures within this book, captures the essence and spirit of autistic people through the eyes of our purry, furry friends, that many autistics share a love for, and a commonality in the charm, inquisitive nature and love they have to give to the world -- Barb Cook, M.Aut., Developmental Educator, editor of Spectrum Women: Walking to the Beat of AutismKathy Hoopmann's books, using animals to explain aspects of SEND, have pride of place on my shelf. In fact I have two copies of each, so that I always have a spare to loan out. Each person who borrows one ends up buying their own copy as they are a must-have for anyone interested in the areas covered. This revision of All Cats Have Aspergers, has been sensitively updated to include developments in understanding of autism. The gender neutral language now recognises that autism is not a 'male' condition and the differences of everyone on the spectrum is beautifully illustrated with tangles of colour. The photos are as endearing as ever, making this a sensitive approach for any SENCO, parent or child who is trying to explain or understand the high functioning autistic condition. Two copies of All Cats are on the Autism Spectrum now sit next to the rest of my collection. -- Dr Hélène Cohen, SEND educational consultant and speaker'Autism' is beautifully articulated and illustrated by our feline associates. This book captures our spirit, highlights our individuality, easily explains in an image, so many of our playful and meaningful behaviours, as well as showcases our strengths. It's a humorous account of a serious love affair! -- Wenn B. Lawson (PhD CPsychol)The descriptions of autism are astute, humorous and encouraging for the autistic person and their family. -- Tony Attwood

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Book SynopsisA perfect gift for any parent celebrating the arrival of a child. With breathtaking illustrations and a sweet rhyming text, Golden Globe and Emmy-winning screenwriter and director Cindy Chupack''s debut picture book celebrates the moment a child and parent form a family.We waited for you.Sometimes it seemed everybody we knew even bears at the zoo had a baby or twobut we waited for you.We dreamed about you.Dreamed about all the adventures we''d share once you were theresafe in our care, sweet dreams of you.

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Book SynopsisNow in a gorgeous special-edition hardback: with an extra never-before-in-print mini-comic THE HAIR CUT, beautiful endpapers and an exquisite foiled cover, this is an unmissable edition. Third in the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens in between. *Also an acclaimed live-action Netflix series!*''Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.'' RAINBOW ROWELL, author of Carry OnBoy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. Charlie didn''t think Nick could ever like him back, but now they''re officially boyfriends. Nick''s even found the courage to come out to his mum. But coming out isn''t just something that happens once - there''s Nick''s older brother, and a school trip to Paris, not to mention all the other friends and family - and life can be hard, even with someone who loves you by your side. As their feelings get more serious, ChaTrade ReviewThe gorgeous graphic novel series about the blossoming relationship between two teenage boys returns with a school trip to Paris on the horizon * i newspaper *

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Book SynopsisWith a beautifully nuanced and poetic story, this book stunningly captures the relationship between mother and daughter and illuminates how memories are woven into us all.Trade Review**STARRED REVIEW** "With evocative, gorgeous illustrations and an inspirational story of an artist not often covered in children’s literature, this arresting volume is an excellent addition to nonfiction picture book collections, particularly those lacking titles about women artists." * Booklist *An inventive introduction to the work of a celebrated artist and a useful mentor text for exploring how language and imaginative, varied illustrations can work together to convey an idea. * School Library Journal ***STARRED REVIEW** "The evocative, hand-lettered text, peppered with quotations in red ink, provides an impressionistic portrait of the memories, colors, sounds, and images propelling Louise's art. These motifs connect the imaginative ink, pencil, pastel, and watercolor illustrations, done in a palette of indigo, red, and gray. Bold, repetitive patterns of stylized flowers, woven crosshatches, spirals, giant spiders, and musical notes form the perfect background for the cloth lullaby Louise weaves for herself. Splendid visual and verbal introduction to little-known artist Louise Bourgeois." * Kirkus *

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Book SynopsisFAST PACED: a speedy observation game where players put their reflexes to the test as they race to spot the animal.EASY TO LEARN and addictive to play, family fun for all ages.REVERSIBLE PLAYING BOARD: with multiple board combinations and 300 animals to spot, for hours of fun.DISCOVER 300 JUNGLE ANIMALS from around the globe.LAURENCE KING PUBLISHING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.300 jungle animals are hiding on this gameboard - can you be the first to spot the giraffe, or even the giraffe weevil? Pull a counter from the box and see who can find that animal first!Now in a square box, I Saw it First! Jungle includes a double-sided hexagonal board and 300 counters with charming animal illustrations by Caroline Selmes. Simple to understand and addictive to play, this fun and challenging game will delight adults and children alike.

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Book Synopsis Cook pasta from scratch inside this interactive recipe book – fry, simmer, boil, drain, grate and more! A simple but accurate recipe takes young readers through the steps of cooking spaghetti, from chopping onions to serving up a plate of steaming hot pasta with tomato sauce, while the interactive novelty features invite them to participate in the process ... without any chance of spilling anything. Move the tab up and down to add the onions and garlic, lift the flap to open the can of tomatoes, pull the tab to bring the water to a boil, use the punch-out fork to twist some spaghetti onto your fork to taste, and more. One hundred percent adult-free, danger-free, and mess-free – whether you are cooking outside or inside this book, spaghetti has never been so independent!Ages 2 - 4Trade Review‘Terminally cute.’ – New York Magazine’s The Strategist‘Spaghetti! is more than just a list of ingredients. Colorful illustrations and 3D elements make flipping through its pages feel like a special treat, down to the dish you’ll be able to devour for dinner by the end.’ – Domino‘Ebulliently illustrated.’ – School Library Journal‘So much fun … The interactive elements are pretty sturdy and hold up to repeated use.’ – Book Riot‘The bright and bold illustrations and the 3D elements make this an ideal hardback chunky book for young, easily distracted eyes and hands.’ – Honest Mum ‘The paper engineering! The innovation! … I can’t think of any better series to showcase.’ – Kids Lit is Lit‘For a tiny book, it packs a punch.’ – Bookworm for Kids‘Immensely fun and great for building vocabulary. Littles will love the independence of cooking and parents will love that it’s totally mess-free!’ – Little Cub Literacy‘Creative and engaging.’ – Because My Mother Read‘Perfect for summer learning for your little ones.’ – Sincerely Stacie‘[A] cute read.’ – Little Readers‘A fun, interactive book.’ – Picture Book Playdate‘Blocky and minimalist … [and] a fun addition to a play cooking kit.’ – Jean Little Library‘Brilliant paper engineering, combined with real recipes and delicious colors and illustrations, make [this] stunning board book a perfect choice for toddlers and young preschoolers.’ – Noodle Nuts Kids Books

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Book SynopsisA funny collection of football poems by Brian Bilston, the unofficial Poet Laureate of Twitter. Perfect for football fans of all ages – from the young footie fanatic to a been-to-every-game-grandma, and every 'I could've been a pro' in between.Full of poems that will make you giggle about all things football, including being left out of the World Cup squad, mum's opinion on Messi vs Ronaldo, or those unmissable fixtures:I’d love nothing more than to go outsideand spend time with Mother Nature.But what can I do? It’s out of my hands:Nigeria are playing Croatia 50 Ways to Score a Goal and Other Football Poems includes witty chants, a haiku or two, and fun shape poems about the beautiful game. Laugh together through the Euros or Premier League games, and swap the half-time pundits for puns!'Bilston is a magician with words' – Guardian'Someone who knows their way round both a joke and a bittersweet narrative.' – The Times Table of ContentsChapter - 1: Kick-Off Chapter - 2: Football Is... Chapter - 3: Pick Me! Chapter - 4: Trevor Chapter - 5: An Educated Left Foot Chapter - 6: Formations Chapter - 7: The Laws of the Game Chapter - 8: Wonderkid Chapter - 9: The Intergalactic Super Cup Final Chapter - 10: Fifty Ways to Score a Goal Chapter - 11: Fifty Slow Motion Replays Chapter - 12: The Language of Football Chapter - 13: Keepie-Uppies Chapter - 14: On the Bench Chapter - 15: The Thing about Wingers Chapter - 16: A Suggestion Chapter - 17: O.G Chapter - 18: Total Football Chapter - 19: Football Haikus: Starting Chapter - 20: Matchday Chapter - 21: A Cautionary Tale Chapter - 22: Early Morning Goalkeeping Routine Chapter - 23: A Shaggy Dog Story Chapter - 24: Lucky Bobble Hat Chapter - 25: Honest Football Chants Chapter - 26: Transfer List Chapter - 27: Fixtures Chapter - 28: League Table Chapter - 29: A Football Squad of Collective Nouns Chapter - 30: Half-Time Orange Satsuma Chapter - 31: A Poem of Two Halves Chapter - 32: A Ball Speaks Out Chapter - 33: The Magic 18-Yard Box Chapter - 34: The Ballad of Dick, Kerr Ladies FC Chapter - 35: Season’s Greetings Chapter - 36: Acrostic Town FC: Matchday Squad Chapter - 37: In Pursuit of Glory Chapter - 38: Ten Ways to Avoid Passing the Ball to Anybody Chapter - 39: FIFA Chapter - 40: Two Varieties of Potato Chapter - 41: Unsung Hero Chapter - 42: It All Came Out in the Wash Chapter - 43: The Magic Sponge™ Chapter - 44: And the Award Goes to . . . Chapter - 45: Match of the Day Theme: Official Lyrics Chapter - 46: Kit Chapter - 47: On Being Left Out of the England World Cup Squad Chapter - 48: Messi vs Ronaldo Chapter - 49: Life Cycle of a Football Manager Chapter - 50: Every Day is Like a Cup Final Chapter - 51: Back of the Net Chapter - 52: Gabriel Gómez, Number 543 Chapter - 53: End of Term Report Chapter - 54: Dangerous Dave Damage Chapter - 55: The War on Cliché Chapter - 56: Penalty Shoot-Out Chapter - 57: Today’s Results Chapter - 58: Question Time Chapter - 59: Until the Final Whistle Blows Chapter - 60: Post-Book Analysis

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Book SynopsisThe spooky, swoony YA debut from BookTok star @Merrowchild! Someone is stripping Europe's most haunted city of its spirits. When self-destructive, 16-year-old seer, Charlie Frith, realises that one of his own ghostly friends has gone missing, he must put aside his own safety - and reclusive existence - if he is to save them.

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Book SynopsisFeast your eyeballs on this bedazzling book and start your children on a lifelong love of Shakespeare. The TimesIt's Shakespeare for children but in a radical new form the book is illustrated by Emily Sutton, who has supplied more than 150 ingeniously detailed watercolour drawings it's a rare delight to find a children's edition that leaves Shakespeare's language intact. The Daily Telegraph, 5 starsWhat a lovely treasure! A wonderful introduction to Shakespeare''s timeless plays. Greg Jenner, You''re Dead to MeThe first-ever illustrated children''s edition of William Shakespeare''s First Folio, published to celebrate its 400th anniversary a sumptuous gift book to treasure for ever.Published in association with the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, Shakespeare''s Plays is the first-ever illustrated children''s edition of the First Folio, one of the grea

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Book SynopsisMarcus Rashford MBE is Manchester United's iconic number 10 and an England International footballer. In October 2020 he was appointed MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours.Marcus has committed himself to combating child poverty in the UK and his books You Are a Champion, You Can Do It and Heroes are inspiring guides for children about reaching their full potential.Alongside his non-fiction, Marcus is also the author of the bestselling The Breakfast Club Adventures series, fiction books that aim to inspire a love of reading in children and show them that adventure can be found anywhere.Carl Anka is a London-born journalist and broadcaster who likes his tea with milk and one sugar. He has written for BBC, Guardian, VICE, NME, GQ and BuzzFeed among other publications online and in print and specialises in writing about pop culture, video games, films and football. Currently a reporterTrade ReviewMarcus has spoken for, and inspired, millions of children who are from similar backgrounds to him, helping them to see that your current situation does not have to determine where you are going. That is so so powerful. -- Siya Kolisi, South African rugby captain and world cup winner on You Are a Championa thoroughly enjoyable read for both children and adults alike. * Irish Examiner on You Are a Champion *An invaluable read for older readers as well as young football fans, this is a wry, moving, and memorable book for finding your way in the world. * BookTrust on You Are a Champion *There’s serious stuff here, but delivered in such an accessible manner that all children will relate to it. * Daily Mail on You Are a Champion *

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Book SynopsisPacked with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of fascinating facts, this beautiful children''s book takes you on an exciting journey across land, sea and sky. Have you ever wondered what the very first car looked like? Or what weird and wonderful animals people used for transport in the olden days? Ever heard of wing-walking? Or record-breaking racing cars? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these quirky questions and so many more, then Our World In Pictures: Cars, Trains, Ships, and Planes may be the book for you! Explore the incredible world of automobiles, aviation and more, from mini motors to modern warships, helicopters to high-speed trains, with this engaging encyclopedia for children aged 9-12 perfect for young transport enthusiasts. Celebrate your child''s curiosity as they explore:-Striking and detailed diagrams, drawings and illustrations on every page -A highly visual approach to learning -Ide

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Book SynopsisALAIN LABOILE (Photographer) is a sculptor, photographer, and father of six. He pointed his lens towards his growing family which became his major subject: a life on the edge of the world, where intemporality and the universality of childhood meet. DESSINS HIFUMIYO (Illustrator) was born in Hiroshima, Japan. She has lived and worked in Lyon, France since 2010 where she works for the French and international press.

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Book SynopsisSuitable for children aged 5 to 11 years old, this title is targeted at young aspiring artists seeking to develop their technical skills and build a repertoire of subjects, particularly animals. It shows readers how to draw dozens of the most beautiful and fascinating birds from around the world with a comprehensive, step-by-step approach.

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Book SynopsisPart of the Naturetrail series, this title opens young readers' eyes to the world around them. It features illustrations and photographs that explain how rocks, minerals and fossils are actually formed, what they can tell us about the history of the earth and its future, and where you can see and find them.Trade ReviewAn introduction to rocks, minerals and fossils, with tips on where to find them from mountain tops to riverbeds. The book contains fascinating facts and diagrams on how different rocks and minerals are formed and includes tips on collecting and cleaning fossils and stones. Internet links to websites are given, for finding out more. * Surrey Nature *

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Book SynopsisAlex Frith (Author) Alex Frith has been writing Usborne books since 2005. His diverse output covers such titles as 'See inside Your Head', 'Stories of Thor' and 'Politics for Beginners'. He has spoken at multiple festivals about his book '100 Things to Know About Space'. Alex can be found in London.Jerome Martin (Author) Jerome Martin has written children's books about science, history, Shakespeare and food. Before joining Usborne in 2014, he spent a decade studying literature at Harvard, Cambridge and the University of Iowa, and several years behaving responsibly in a copywriting office. Now, he spends his working hours researching delightful and amazing facts, his evening hours parenting two children, and the minutes in-between writing poetry.Alice James (Author) Alice James joined Usborne after working in primary schools for a while. She absolutely loves science, and over the years has lived with chimps, spent a month in the rainfoTrade ReviewAny aspiring astronauts could definitely benefit from having this in their collection. * How It Works magazine *Fun, and will no doubt help inquisitive children learn a bit more about the 'world' of space. * BBC Sky at Night magazine *I was surprised to learn so much from this book. What I really like about it is that it’s full of unexpected things, it doesn’t shy away from discussing even some of the big questions that we don’t know the answers to just yet. I love that it talks about how astronomers figure things out. For example, how do we know what the sun is made out of in the inside? – we can’t go there and dig a hole, we have to use all sorts of other clever methods. Science is not just facts, it’s a process, and this book addresses all of that in a very engaging way. * Royal Society Young People's Book Prize judges *Imagine a bunch of adults huddled around a book for children about space, excitedly pointing at graphics, gasping at facts they didn’t know and enthusiastically telling everybody in earshot – well that’s what happened when 100 Things To Know About Space arrived at the Edinburgh International Science Festival office! A book to pick up time and time again, and each time you’ll find out something new. * Edinburgh International Science Festival *This beautifully illustrated book tells you the most strange and interesting facts... loads of things a budding scientist might want to know. * Phoenix magazine *

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Book SynopsisFrom the Tyrannosaurus rex to Velociraptors, the Spinosaurus to Triceratops, Dinosaurs is a large board book, with beautiful illustrations by Neiko Ng, jam-packed with dinosaurs!There are seven themed scene: forest, dinnertime, desert, swamp, the coast, volcanic eruption and prehistoric museum - with sturdy tabs for young children to find their favourite pages. Children can then explore the big scenes, find the dinosaurs and read the name labels in the panels. With a baby dinosaur to spot in each scene, there is plenty here for parents and children to talk about and return to again.Also available: Sea Creatures, Wild Animals, Things That Go

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Book SynopsisA war is raging and your help is needed to vanquish the evil trolls. To save the dwarfs, you must find the grand wizard Yaztromo andtrack down the pieces of a legendary war hammer lost in the depthsof Darkwood Forest where gruesome monsters lurk ... Step up,hero, it's time to fight!

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Book SynopsisEdita Hajdu illustrates children's books, magazines and advertising materials. Edita has an instantly appealing style, with delightfully adorable characters and vibrant colour palettes, and her work has been commissioned by clients all over the world. She is also a mother and founder of the studio Mr Fox and Friends, which makes games and other products for children. Busy Diggers is her first book with Campbell Books.

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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.Trade Review'Dress-up is a children's hobby that often fills parents with dread. Thankfully, 'what to wear' tantrums, overpriced clothes for dolls, and public cringing can be easily avoided with this sticker dress up series from Usborne' - Family Traveller; 'The Sticker Dolly Dressing series is a great example of why Usborne's activity books are brilliant value, packed with huge amounts of quality stickers and multiple scenes. The publisher gets its titles spot-on for children of 5+' - The Bookseller

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Book SynopsisA scorching debut and pyschological thriller, perfect for fans of Black Mirror. Since her mother's death, fifteen-year-old Jem has kept a secret. When her eyes meet someone else's, a number pops into her head - the date on which they will die. Knowing that nothing lasts forever, Jem avoids relationships, but when she meets a boy called Spider, and they plan a day out together, her life takes a new twist and turn. Waiting for the London Eye, she sees everyone in the queue has the same number - something terrible is going to happen. Over 1,000,000 copies sold worldwide. ‘First-time author Rachel Ward is certainly one to watch. But I’d avoid eye-contact if I were you.’ PHILIP ARDAGH, THE GUARDIAN 'Even the idea of this book gave me chills! How would you like to know someone’s fate just by looking in their eyes? Creepy and original!’ R. L. STINE

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Book SynopsisESCAPE INTO THE EPIC NEW FANTASY FROM THE AUTHOR OF TIKTOK SENSATION, TO KILL A KINGDOM.Trade ReviewPrincess of Souls sucked me in from the very first sentence. Its premise is as delightful as it is creepy, with characters to match. Nox and Selestra are here for vengeance, and everybody else had better stay out of their way. * Tricia Levenseller, author of The Shadows Between Us *High stakes and dangerous escapades. Princess of Souls takes you on a thrilling journey alongside a witch trying to walk her own path and the clever soldier laying the way. This is Rapunzel glistening with dark magic galore. * Chloe Gong, the New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights *Christo has cast a spell with this decadently dark tale of witches, fate, and defying death; her hallmark humor is as sharp as a blade; equally, her expert handling of a romance sure to be devoured by readers sparks true magic. * Ciannon Smart, author of Witches Steeped in Gold *Christo's writing is evocative and propulsive, whisking ­characters from one heart-stopping confrontation to the next as the story builds [. . .] she showcases skillful worldbuilding with tantalizing lore and magic systems. This novel immerses readers in a vivid world of cursed witches, ruthless kings, and unimaginable power. Fans of Christo's To Kill a Kingdom will delight in returning to this universe, and readers of fairy-tale retellings and ­fast-paced YA fantasy will find this a unique, compelling reimagining of the ­classic ­Rapunzel tale. * School Library Journal *In this reimagined Rapunzel story, set in the same world as Christo's To Kill a Kingdom (2018), pale-skinned, green-haired, snake-eyed Selestra knows that her destiny is to become the king's witch like her mother, doomed to foretell the deaths of hundreds of people, most of whom will have their souls consumed to maintain King Seryth's immortality. Selestra's reading of magnetic Last Army soldier Nox reveals that their fates are inextricably intertwined, and as they try to escape their deaths, a spark of attraction grows into something incendiary. Dual perspectives keep the narrative moving, and vibrant imagery combined with humorous banter and excellent interpersonal chemistry will make this a joy for fans of slow-burn romances. * Booklist Online *

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Book SynopsisTelling a little white lie now and then is harmless, right? But whatif it leads to you being a household name and international celebrity?Cole is the boy who fooled the world and finds himselftrapped in a huge web of lies... can he break free?

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