Children & Teen Books

Book SynopsisWith her magic paintbrush, Shen can paint steaming pots full of fish and oysters to feed the hungry people in her village, but when the evil emperor hears of her gift he commands Shen to paint gold for him instead. She is determined to keep her promise to paint only for the poor, but how can she match the emperor's mighty power?In The Magic Paintbrush, Julia Donaldson's brilliant verse combines with beautiful illustrations from Joel Stewart, creator of The Adventures Abney and Teal, to bring vibrant life to a traditional tale of how a little girl's integrity can withstand the corruption of power and greed.This edition features a stunning redesigned cover, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson fans – big and small!Trade ReviewBeautifully illustrated . . . and wonderful to read aloud * The Daily Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisOn a winter night, in a cottage far away from the town, Mum's baby is ready to be born. The midwife arrives and the whole family prepare for the home birth. This honest and moving portrayal of a home birth as seen through the eyes of the youngest daughter is the perfect book for the whole family to share in preparation for the arrival of a new baby.Trade ReviewA very realistic and moving portrayal of the birth of a baby at home. The book exudes warmth, and effortlessly captures the joy of a family sharing preparations for the new arrival. || In this honest and moving portrayal, Jenni Overend and Julie Vivas celebrate the birth of a baby at home with warmth and joy. This is a wonderful tale to share in preparation for a home birth. || An honest but moving celebration of a home birth.

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Book SynopsisDiscover all the foul facts about the history of flight in this brandnew Horrible Histories book. From the prisoners who were sentup on kites and the brave but foolish failures who jumped froma height on home-made wings to the first real successes. A seriouslyhorrible historical read with all the gore and more.

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Book SynopsisThe instant bestseller slick and addictive YA mystery thriller that celebrates the nuances and dramas of Nigerian family and culture, perfect for fans of Holly Jackson and Karen M. McManus.Save the date . . . for a killer wedding! True-crime-obsessed Lara Oyinlola is heading to Lagos for her favourite cousin, Dérin’s, wedding. It’s going to be a holiday filled with glitzy dress-fittings, glamorous parties and, of course, the star-studded event of the year.   But everything isn’t perfect in Dérin’s world. She’s been receiving anonymous threats telling her to cancel the wedding . . . or face dire consequences. This is the moment Lara’s been waiting for: put her sleuthing knowledge to work and solve a real-life mystery. As Lara investigates, what she doesn’t expect to uncover is a web of secrets, malicious crimes, and near‑death encounters which promise to tear the family apart for good . . . With sinister secrets, bitchy bridesmaids, annoying exes, and a gossip-loving amateur detective, this gripping mystery thriller from a standout debut author and award-nominated BookTokker will have readers hooked.PRAISE FOR BUSAYO MATULUKO'S 'TIL DEATH: ‘I could not put it down! ’Til Death is a compulsive thriller that has you desperate to know what happens next.’ Andy Darcy Theo, author of The Light that Blinds Us   ‘Wickedly entertaining. ’Til Death is one of the most exciting debuts I’ve read in a long time.’ Bill Wood, author of Let’s Split Up   ‘Thrilling and addictive in equal measures. Busayo Matuluko is a major new talent.’ Benjamin Dean, author of How to Die Famous   ‘A stunning thriller. It’s got everything: drama, gossip, secrets . . . absolutely wonderful!’ Kate Weston, author of Murder on a School Night   ‘Gossip, glamour and a gripping mystery that I couldn’t put down. Busayo Matuluko invites you into a Nigerian family full of heart, secrets and so much drama. I absolutely loved it.’ Kathryn Foxfield, author of Good Girls Die First   ‘Get ready to fall in love! This captivating thriller transported me into a world of glitz, glamour, and heartfelt drama so dimensional I felt I was one of the guests. Matuluko is a major talent.’ Jennifer Lynn Alvarez, author of Lies Like Wildfire  ‘’Til Death is a YA thriller that pulls you in, grips you tight, and doesn’t let go. Busayo has arrived with this one. Prepare for a thrilling ride that is as satisfying as it is unexpected!’ Tomi Oyemakinde, author of The Changing Man   ‘Funny, clever and authentic with so many twists and turns. Busayo has captured the Nigerian culture so brilliantly in her debut. Absolutely loved it!’ Abiola Bello, author of Love in Winter Wonderland   ‘Matuluko spins a vibrant cast of characters through this exciting mystery filled with heart and humour.’ Aleema Omotoni, author of Everyone’s Thinking It   ‘An unputdownable YA thriller with the perfect blend of gossip, mystery and danger. Set in the heart of Lagos and beautifully infused with Yoruba culture, ’Til Death includes the Wedding of the Decade that all readers will crave to attend.’ Anam Iqbal, author of The Exes   ‘I raced through it. Intriguing, exciting and full of mysteries, with characters who felt so real I want to hang out with them.’ Emily Barr, author of The One Memory of Flora Banks   ‘A sharp, witty, immersive debut with a captivating setting and characters you’ll love as much as you distrust.’ Rufaro Faith Mazarura, author of Let the Games Begin   ‘Intricately crafted and brilliantly layered, this debut thriller is filled with nail biting suspense, captivating family drama, and a meaningful exploration of living with a chronic illness. Fans of true crime will adore this compulsively readable debut.’ Hayley Dennings, author of This Ravenous Fate   ‘The glamour, complex family dynamics, and juicy gossip kept me flipping the pages just as much as the desire to solve the gripping mystery. Busayo Matuluko’s debut is one to remember!’ Channelle Desamours, author of Needy Little Things

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Book SynopsisPaint a magical world with stickers (including glitter stickers)! Paint by Sticker Kids: Unicorns & Magic includes everything kids need to create ten vibrant images, including unicorns, a dragon, a princess, and more. Step 1: Find the sticker.Step 2: Peel the sticker.Step 3: Place the sticker. Add the next, and the next, and watch your enchanting paintings come to life! All the pages are perforated, making it easy to tear out each finished work to frame and share!Trade Review“I love the idea of frequent art projects, but I’m not a fan of the ensuing construction paper cleanup and glue-sticked chaos. That’s what makes…Paint By Sticker kids…which includes 10 “sticker paintings,” so great. It’s a high-focus activity that scratches the creative itch while rewarding fine motor skills and number recognition. It’s also mess free—so much so that you can break out the book on a long road trip and buy yourself about 30 minutes of entertainment from one page.” —Wirecutter, The New York Times Company“Paint by Sticker lets kids 'paint' in a unique way, making them a great option for parents who dislike cleaning up the constant messes that tend to come with arts and craft projects.”—Forbes, “The 25 Best Toys For 5-Year-Old Boys That Are Sure To Thrill Them”

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Book SynopsisGeorge and Harold bring you an all new superhero who's faster thana speeding stroller and more powerful than diaper rash. Meet SuperDiaper Baby - the most powerful peewee to ever pack a punch. George and Harold's brand new superhero is sure to make kids laughuntil drink comes out of their noses!

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Book SynopsisWinner of The National Art Library Award!Helen Ward's tale of The Tin Forest follows an old man who tidies the rubbish in a junkyard and dreams of a better place. With faith, ingenuity and hard work, he transforms it into a wonderland in this poetic modern fable.

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Book SynopsisTales from Shakespeare by Charles and Mary Lamb was written to be an 'introduction to the study of Shakespeare', but are much more entertaining than that. All of Shakespeare's best-loved plays, comic and tragic, are retold in a clear and robust style, and their literary quality has made them popular and sought-after ever since their first publication in 1807. This edition contains the delightful pen-and-ink drawings of Arthur Rackham.

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Book SynopsisAn enduringly popular poem in a beautifully illustrated edition for children.Trade Review"Keeping's illustrations are amongst the most powerful images ever to have appeared in children's literature." * Books for Keeps *"The striking quality of these classic poems is such that they still offer excitement and intensity for today's young readers with Keeping's unique interpretation providing a marvellous way into the poetry." * Dave Chant, Carousel *"If you study this poem in KS2, take the opportunity to show pupils the picture book The Highway Rat by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler - they will enjoy their newly informed understanding of the inspiration behind an old favourite picture book!" * Books for Topics *

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Book SynopsisBlast off to explore our Solar System - from the fearsome heat of the Sun to the freezing distant planets, plus moons, asteroids and more. Discover how humans are planning to visit Mars, what you would weigh on Jupiter and what makes Venus so deadly.Table of Contents1 Meet the Solar System2 The Sun3 Mercury4 Venus5 Earth7 Mars8 Jupiter9 Saturn10 Uranus11 Outer edge12 Beyond the Solar System13 Amazing facts

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Book SynopsisDiscover the most memorable moments in football history in this fascinating Ultimate Football Heroes collection!From the invention of the modern sport all the way to the present day, bestselling author and football expert Tom Palmer picks ONE HUNDRED of the most thrilling and significant goals, games, and players from more than 150 years of the Beautiful Game.Featuring Pele's World Cup, Maradona's Hand of God, John Barnes' Maracana magic, and the Lionesses' European Championship triumph, this is an endlessly fascinating treasury of stories for fans of all ages.

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Book SynopsisTHE RECORD-BREAKING NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER FROM THE UK''S BESTSELLING NON-FICTION AUTHOR.Discover all the weird and wonderful things that go on inside your body with Adam Kay. This fun-filled anatomy book for kids covers key stage 2 / 3 human biology syllabus (in a slightly repulsive way).''Hilarious and fascinating! I wish Adam had been my biology teacher'' - Konnie HuqDo you ever think about your body and how it all works? Like really properly think about it? The human body is extraordinary and fascinating and, well . . . pretty weird. Yours is weird, mine is weird, your maths teacher''s is even weirder.This book is going to tell you what''s actually going on in there, and answer the really important questions, like:Are bogeys safe to eat? Look, if your nose is going to all that effort of creating a snack, the least we can do is check out its nutritional value. (Yes, they''re safe. Chew away!)And how much of your life will you spend on the toilet? About a year - so bring a good book. (I recommend this one.)So sit back, relax, put on some rubber gloves, and let a doctor take you on a poo (and puke) filled tour of your insides. Welcome to Kay''s Anatomy*.*a fancy word for your body. See, you''re learning already.Discover why readers love Kay''s Anatomy:''The sort of book I would have loved as a child'' - Malorie Blackman''Like listening to a teacher who makes pupils fall about'' - The Times''Absolutely packed with facts... Entertaining and highly informative'' - Daily Mail''As brilliant, and revolting, as the human body it celebrates'' - The i newspaper''Totally brilliant!'' - Jacqueline Wilson''If only this funny and informative book had been around when I was too embarrassed to teach my kids about bodily functions'' - David BaddielTrade Review[An] enjoyably gross look at the human body. Hours of gruesome fun guaranteed. * i *...it is like listening to a teacher who makes pupils fall about * The Sunday Times *Kay's Anatomy is totally brilliant - it's ultra child-friendly and chatty, and any young reader will learn a great deal about the body as they chuckle through each chapter. * Jacqueline Wilson *Perfect for days of home-schooling! * South Wales Echo *It's fun and informative and just the sort of book I would've loved as a child. And I loved the True or Poo sections! * Malorie Blackman *If only this funny and informative book had been around when I was too embarrassed to teach my kids about bodily functions * David Baddiel *Hilarious and fascinating! I wish Adam had been my biology teacher * Konnie Huq *Packed with anatomical facts - and very funny - this exciting book is bound to inspire the next generation of medics * Sunday Express *This is brilliant. I'm not jealous that I didn't write it at all. No, not one little bit. * Dr Ranj Singh *Much funnier and more informative and more gross than Gray's Anatomy... I highly recommend for anyone * Dr Xand van Tulleken *

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Book SynopsisWinner of the prestigious international Bologna Ragazzi Award for Fiction 2017A gorgeous homage to the power of the written word GuardianA fresh and fascinating collaboration between two gifted masters The New York Times In this inspiring, lyrical tale about the rewards of reading and sharing stories, a little girl sails her raft across a sea of words to arrive at the house of a small boy. There she invites him to come away with her on an adventure. Through forests of fairy tales and across mountains of make-believe, the two travel together on a fantastical journey that unlocks the boy's imagination. Now a lifetime of magic lies ahead of him But who will be next?Trade Review“This incredible book will seed a life-long love of reading.” * The Sun *“[…] highly original picture book.” * The Bookseller, Children’s Previews *Combining elegant illustrations by Oliver Jeffers and Sam Winston’s astonishing typographical landscapes , this is the perfect picture book for Christmas. * Toppsta, Book of the Month *The beauty and power of children’s books is the subject of A Child of Books, which reads as much as a poetic manifesto as it does a story. -- Celina Ribeirom * The Guardian *A Child of Books acknowledges the thrill of scary stories, the excitement of adventure narratives and the enchantment of fairy tales. It is both an invitation to succumb to the heady pleasures of reading, and a work of great beauty and imagination. * Eye Magazine *

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Book SynopsisA celebratory, inclusive and educational exploration of Lunar New Year for both children that celebrate and children who want to understand and appreciate their peers who do.Lunar New Year captures the magic of the celebration by exploring how Ling and her family enjoy the biggest Chinese festival of the year. The new year festival lasts for 15 days full of preparation, celebration and symbolism. Join Ling, her sister Mei and granny Po Po as they clean the house from top to bottom, pick fresh flowers from the garden, visit friends and family, and carry red lanterns through their neighbourhood. Ling invites the reader into her home and family, allowing the reader to experience this special celebration first-hand through an authentic narrative non-fiction story. A fun 16-page 'factivity' section follows the story and delves into more detail about how the festival is celebrated inTrade Review“This heavily illustrated guide to Lunar New Year, for 5 to 7 year olds, has a 16-page fact section, a craft project, a quiz, and a story about Ling and her family who celebrate Lunar New Year in China.” * The Bookseller *"This title explores how the Lunar New year is celebrated around the world, capturing the magic of the festival for children everywhere." * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisMinecraft is a multi-platform block-based gaming sensation. Whether you're in Creative, Survival or Hardcore Mode, the Minecraft books contain all the advice you need to survive and thrive! Written by expert guides who specialise in studying mobs and biomes, the Minecraft Mob Encyclopedia is an adventure to discover every Mob in the game.Trade ReviewThese stylish, full-colour books are the perfect addition to any Minecraft fan's shelf – or a great help for someone just starting out in the game. Games Master

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Book SynopsisAn award-winning, unforgettable black book about colour, which shows you how to see without your eyes.It can be hard for a sighted person to imagine what it is like to be blind. But in this breathtaking, ground-breaking and award-winning colour book, Menena Cottin and Rosana Faria try to convey the experience of a person who can see only through their sense of touch, taste, smell or hearing. With gorgeous textured art on black paper, accompanied by a beautifully written text translated into braille, this powerful book breaks down barriers and gives young readers the ability to experience the world in a whole new way.Trade ReviewBreathtaking in simplicity, bold in impact * Washington Post *Fascinating, challenging and lovely * Kirkus Reviews *The pages are black, but the readers' imagination and senses are sparked to allow them to experience a rainbow of colours * Manchester Evening News *Completely different to all the other picture-books…innovative. * INIS *

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Book SynopsisFrom two-time Carnegie Medal winner Patrick Ness comes an enthralling and provocative new novel chronicling the life or perhaps afterlife of a teen trapped in a crumbling, abandoned world.A boy called Seth drowns, desperate and alone in his final moments, losing his life as the pounding sea claims him. But then he wakes. He is naked, thirsty, starving. But alive. How is that possible? He remembers dying, his bones breaking, his skull dashed upon the rocks. So how is he is here? And where is this place? It looks like the suburban English town where he lived as a child, before an unthinkable tragedy happened and his family moved to America. But the neighbourhood around his old house is overgrown, covered in dust and completely abandoned. What''s going on? And why is it that whenever he closes his eyes, he falls prey to vivid, agonizing memories that seem more real than the world around him? Seth begins a search for answers, hoping that he might not be alone, that Trade ReviewNess deals sensitively with themes of love and race in this post-apocalyptic tale * Family Traveller *Heart-breaking, emotional and dark. It’s a story about love, forgiveness, friendship, hope and the unbelievable. It’s a book that you’ll invest time in and that will have your attention long after the last page is read – trust me * Luna’s Little Library Book of the Month *Ness, who won the Carnegie Medal two years running, has a talent for combining philosophical profundity and punchy prose. His books contain crackling dialogue, suspenseful action, twisty plots and big ideas. This novel toys with what we believe to be real, as teenage Seth drowns in the first chapter, only to wake up somewhere more complicated than an afterlife. His experience changes his attitude to the life he knew in suburban England and in small-town America, which is gradually revealed in flashbacks. With chapter endings so surprising you learn to hide the text rather than risk peeking ahead and spoiling the build-up, this is a story of friendship, danger, gay romance, child abduction, technology, guilt and hope. -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times *An enthralling and provocative new novel chronicling the life—or perhaps afterlife—of a teen trapped in a crumbling, abandoned world * World Book Day *Gripping, ambitious -- Alex O’Connell * The Times *More Than This is funny, tragic, and hopeful, often all at once and can be enjoyed by every type of reader, from those in English towns to the Washington coast. -- sosogay.co.uk * sosogay.co.uk *Patrick Ness definitely knows how to keep readers intrigued and desperate to read the next chapter. -- The Guardian Online * The Guardian Online *Ness's style of writing is beautiful, as it is in his other books, I could picture the story very well, and this makes his books very powerful. -- The Guardian Online * The Guardian Online *It’s incredibly hard to talk about this book without giving anything important away but if you want complexity, adventure and just a sprinkling of sci-fi, this book is most certainly for you. -- Young Reviewer * The Guardian Online *I thought that this book started with a really interesting premise because usually in a book like this you follow the action heroes and not the bystanders. This meant that reading it was far better because it’s difficult to relate to someone who’s slaying vampires whereas someone who has OCD and is dealing with homework issues is far easier to understand. -- Reader Review * Teen Titles *“It will really blow your mind” … “it is surreal […] really surprising […] mind expanding […] highly recommend it” * E Lockhart *

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated picture book exploring the jobs that keep a city running all through the night, and make it ready for the new day.The sky is getting dark. In a big city, a little girl is eating her dinner, brushing her teeth and getting ready for bed. Meanwhile, her mother is putting on her coat and getting ready to go to work. But where will she go, and who will she see along the way? As the night goes on, follow nurses, cleaners, delivery workers, doctors, police officers, journalists and many more. Meet the people doing the important jobs that help keep the city running all through the night, ready for the next day to come.Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and listen along!

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Book SynopsisCount 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

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous, award-winning picture book about the beauty of small things and the healing power of nature The blossom blowing in the wind, the snow-capped mountains, the coat of a roe deer... From up in the air, everything looks so beautiful to the starling. He wants to sing about it to the world! But first he visits all the other birds, who each have something to add to his song. This stunningly illustrated story reminds us of the endless beauty that can be found in the everyday, if only we look closely enough.Trade ReviewListen to the lyrical conversations of a starling bird with his fellow, wondrous birds of the earth. This beautifully painted picture book opens with a starling flying over the stunning views of mountains and fields. The starling sings of his witnessed beauty to the woodpecker, owl, kingfisher, robin, swallow, duck, peacock, and all the starlings he knew. The listening bird sings back to the starling telling him not to forget to sing about their favorite elements of the earth such as trees, colors, water, flowers, rocks, and life. The delicate illustrations support the natural wonders described in the text. All of the images are in black and white except for the orange of the starling’s beak and legs. The unique illustrative techniques are powerful to make the main character of the starling stand out as well as expose the alluring perspectives of all his fellow birds in the book. Engaging lyrics and illustrations are beneficial to English curriculums for poetry, Art programs, Social Studies curriculums for geography, and Science curriculums for birds and habitats. Perfect as a read-aloud for young children and elementary students.— Children's Literature

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Book SynopsisAfter claiming the Singing Spear, Podkin heads to the sea to search out the last gift of all - the anvil of Magmarok - which is hidden inside a mysterious labyrinth.

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Book SynopsisLara has loved books since the days of being read bedtime stories by her Irish dad and French mum. At school she set up a secondhand bookshop called Books Change Lives, and went on to study English and Italian at Oxford University. After teaching in Italy and Myanmar, she got her dream job as a writer for Usborne Publishing. From explaining how economics works, to inventing boredom-busting activities, to telling a good dragon yarn, she's enjoyed every minute of the job.

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Book SynopsisUsborne (Author) Usborne is one of the world's leading specialist children's publishers: an independent, family business which creates irresistible, engaging, and accessible books for children of all ages. Usborne books are written to appeal directly to children and are there for every age, stage, and curious question. From the internationally bestselling touchy-feely series That's not my... to award-winning non-fiction and activity books, children can grow - and grow up - with Usborne books.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate the 40th anniversary of the miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge!.Bad weather is on the way and the autumn stores are still not gathered in!Quickly, all the mice of Brambly Hedge set to work to finish the harvesting before the rain begins. Primrose, Lord Woodmouse''s daughter, meant to help, but somehow she daydreamed her way over the cornfield and into the Chestnut Woods, and before she knew it, she was lost. The sun went down, the wind rose and it began to rain. Primrose was all alone in the dark and she was frightened.Poor Primrose, would she find her way home again?Also look out for Summer Story, Spring Story and Winter Story!Trade Review“…the most researched-crammed fantasy ever set before small children…” Sunday Times Magazine “Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story are beautiful tales…nostalgic Mums can enjoy them with their own kids.” The Sun (Natasha Harding “Incredible illustrations…” @father_of_daughters, Instagram “If I [were] a mouse, this is where I’d wanna live” @britneyspears, Instagram “Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story are beautiful tales…nostalgic Mums can enjoy them with their own kids.” The Sun (Natasha Harding

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Book SynopsisThe latest book in the hugely popular Twisted Tales series, travel to the icy kingdom of Arendelle to discover what would have happened if Anna and Elsa never knew each other

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Book SynopsisA touchy-feely board book with simple, repetitive text, tactile patches and bold illustrations suitable for babies and toddlers. A little white mouse appears on every page, for children to spot.Trade Review"Helps very young children develop language and sensory skills" - Sheffield City Council; "The brilliantly simple concept is a winner with very young children, trusted by parents and still one of the best baby series on the market" - The Bookseller; "A valuable and enjoyable learning tool." - Junior Parenting Magazine; "This range of books is perfect to share with wriggly toddlers. They're bright, bold, interactive and not too long. The latest addition features lots of foxes for little fingers to touch and sure to be another best-seller." - The Sun; "A fantastic range of indestructible chunky board books designed to appeal to inquisitive little fingers" - Mel Harris of Waterstone's

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Book SynopsisFeaturing Moana and Moana 2, enjoy two exciting film retellings in this magical storybook

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Book SynopsisReissued in ''A Puffin Book'' series of best-loved children''s classics, this is a sharp and funny story that follows in the footsteps of Ballet Shoes, Theatre Shoes, Circus Shoes and Party Shoes by Noel Streatfeild.In TENNIS SHOES the Heath children area found to have tennis in their blood. Their grandfather and father before them had been top players, and the twins are champion material. Then Nicky - cheeky, rebellious Nicky - starts to practise in secret, but talented at tennis as she is, the ambitious Nicky first has battles to win with herself - on and off the tennis court.

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Book SynopsisBright art and simple, child-friendly text, plus an adorable animal finger puppet!

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Create magical scenes in the Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom Royal Picnic Magnet Book.This delightful children's magnet book contains all of your favourite characters from the magical television show Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom. Join Ben Elf and Fairy Princess Holly on a Magical picnic in this wonderful magnetic adventure. Read the story and put the magnets on the pages to complete the scenes.From the Makers of Peppa Pig!Discover more children's books from Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom including: Holly's Magic Wand Sticker Book, The Toy Robot, Gaston's Messy Cave, Noisy Elf and many more.

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Book SynopsisThis wild flower identification guide was first published in 1981 and is still widely accepted as the best of its kind for its combination of meticulous illustrations and the use of keys to aid recognition. For this new edition the Latin names have been revised in accordance with the current classification system. It is now published as the ideal book for the serious student of British and north-west European wild plants, providing a bridge between picture identification guides and the non-illustrated academic floras.

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Book SynopsisGuess How Much I Love You has sold over 50 million copies worldwide!Big Nutbrown Hare and Little Nutbrown Hare are playing a game of hide-and-seek. You can play, too! This charming board book has a plush Little Nutbrown Hare finger puppet attached and peek-a-boo holes on every page. Perfect for little hands!Guess How Much I Love You highlights the bond between parent and child, and this finger puppet book is perfect for reading and playing together.Trade ReviewSqueals of delight guaranteed with this hide-and-seek adventure inspired by a much-loved classic. * Baby Magazine *

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Book SynopsisWritten with great empathy and Raúf’s trademark humour, this moving story gives a child’s-eye view of the increasing problem of food poverty. Written with great empathy and Rauf’s trademark humour, The Great (Food) Bank Heist is a moving story that gives a child’s-eye view of the increasing problem of food poverty. On Thursdays, Nelson, Ashley and Mum head out to the bank. But not just any old bank – the food bank. With its shining tins and packets of food stacked from floor to ceiling, Nelson thinks it’s the best kind of bank there is. But there’s a thief in town, and the shelves of the food bank are getting emptier each day, leaving people hungrier than ever. For the sake of his family and everyone else’s, Nelson needs to make them stop. But can he and his friends really be the ones to catch the bank robber?Trade Review"A typically accessible and empathy-filled contemporary story that takes a child's-eye look at the increasing problem of food poverty" – The Bookseller "A tender and funny look at a difficult subject" iNews "This is masterful and empathetic storytelling at its best … Rauf gives a child's-eye view of food poverty, friendship and community spirit … A great story set in a unique and modern setting that I would highly recommend" – INIS "Heartwarming [with] touches of humour … Marvellous on so many levels" – Book Trust "We are so grateful to Onjali for writing this powerful book" – Emma Revie, Chief Executive of The Trussell Trust "A story that doesn’t shy away from the real problems of low income families but also provides some humour and adventure at the same time … great illustrations by Elisa Paganelli which give the book an extra dimension and bring the cast to life for the reader" – The Letterpress Project

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Book SynopsisWhen his mum is sent back to prison, Al knows exactly who''s to blame. Mr Brayker, who lives downstairs, has been making trouble for Al''s mum ever since they moved in, and Al''s determined to get his revenge. Ignoring advice from his gran and sister, Plum, Al takes things into his own hands with a plan that involves the only two creatures he can rely on: his pet rats, Venom and Vulture. But things don''t turn out exactly as he''d imagined ...Written by award-winning author, Patrice Lawrence, this is a moving story of community, loneliness, and how you never quite know what''s going on in someone else''s life.

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Book SynopsisA brilliantly interactive read-aloud tale from Tom Fletcher, bestselling author of The Dinosaur That Pooped and The Christmasaurus - now as a board book!A monster has invaded the pages of this original and super-fun bedtime picture book!Children need to read aloud and follow the interactive instructions to help free the pesky monster by tilting, spinning and shaking their book.After all that fun, there is a calming wind down end- perfect to send your own little monster off to sleep.Perfect for little fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Julia Donaldson.

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Book SynopsisA force of nature, Erling Braut Haaland is one of the most sought-after strikers in world football. The goal-scoring machine from Norway made his mark for Borussia Dortmund in the German Bundesliga, as well as in the Champions League. Following in his father’s footsteps, Haaland is a globe-trotting sensation, developing his skills in different countries. But which league will he turn to next? Haaland is charting a course to become one ofthe football greats of the new generation. About the Football Rising Stars series: Football Rising Stars dives into the incredible journeys of ten of the world’s best young players. Featuring fresh talents from England, Portugal, Norway, France, Germany and Spain, the series covers their unique rise; from playing football in the park and 5-a-sides to performing in front of capacity crowds on the biggest stage and in the biggest leagues.

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Book Synopsis_______________ A TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK **'The year's most magnificent adventure' - Guardian** **'Fizzing with anarchic energy' - Daily Mail** **'An intoxicating adventure' - Observer** **'Utterly engaging' - Sunday Times** _______________ Mink doesn’t believe in rules. She loves running wild and free. So, when a zebra appears in the square where she lives and she finds out that his parents have been captured by the evil Mr Spit, she knows that it’s up to her to help. So begins a grand adventure to rescue a whole menagerie of animals – an adventure that will take all of Mink’s courage and determination. Written with generous helpings of warmth and humour, this is a timeless picture book about bravery, friendship and the importance of taking action. With stunning illustrations by award-winning illustrator Sara Ogilvie, illustrator of The Detective Dog, this modern classic from bestselling children's author Katherine Rundell is an unmissable treat.Trade ReviewJoyously anarchic in both word and illustration, sizzling with imagination and colour * Guardian *An intoxicating adventure * Observer Picture Books of the Month *Fizzing with anarchic energy, this beautifully illustrated escapade is a romp from start to finish * Daily Mail *Rundell and Ogilvie have more than earned their stripes as a duo with this pacy zebra caper * The Times *A delightful modern-day classic with a strong-willed and determined young girl whose passion for fighting for what is right is something all readers can aspire to * Books for Keeps *Rundell has identified a need in the children’s books market: longer, wordier picture books for five to seven-year-olds that have the large pages and beautiful pictures of titles for younger children but with more challenging language, a meatier story and some very fruity baddies * Times Children's Book of the Week *Utterly engaging * Sunday Times *The year's most magnificent adventure * Guardian - Best Children's Books of the Year *A writer with an utterly distinctive voice and wild imagination * Philip Pullman *One of our most talented writers for children * Observer *Rundell’s playful style is paired with the bright, bustling drawings of Ogilvie to tell an intoxicating adventure. * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisA tense, page-turning story that sensitively deals with themes of family upheaval and kleptomania, by the bestselling author of Ella on the Outside.Ren's family lose their home in a fire. They're living with her grandmother now and things are a bit tense.Ren lost her collection of things, her clothes; her brother lost his little bear and is inconsolable. So Ren starts replacing things with other people's possessions. They've got loads of stuff, after all.But she gets caught and has to strike a terrifying deal to avoid detection...

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Book SynopsisMarcus Rashford MBE became the youngest football player to score on their England debut, ahead of the Euro 2016 tournament. Marked as a talented forward in the Manchester United Academy from a young age, the homegrown hero has become a force both on and off the pitch. From humble beginnings in Greater Manchester, to pushing the government to tackle food poverty, this young star shines brightly in the Premier League and beyond. About the Football Rising Stars series: Football Rising Stars dives into the incredible journeys of ten of the world’s best young players. Featuring fresh talents from England, Portugal, Norway, France, Germany and Spain, the series covers their unique rise; from playing football in the park and 5-a-sides to performing in front of capacity crowds on the biggest stage and in the biggest leagues.

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated adaptation of Emily Bronte's classic – at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! Many years ago, a young homeless boy was taken in at Wuthering Heights. Older now, Heathcliff is set on revenge, and destroying everybody around him. And there is a lonely ghost roaming the moors, who is determined to be reunited with her lover … About The Complete Brontë Sisters Children's Collection: From the haunted Yorkshire moors to the towering battlements of Thornfield Hall, experience the Bronte sisters' famous stories of love, self-discovery and family feuds. Adapted and illustrated for children aged 7+.

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Book SynopsisA sparkling picture book about one girl's unforgettable first dayof school with a UNICORN!The first day of school can be worrying. But it's hard to feel scaredwhen a unicorn is your new classmate!

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Book SynopsisUltimate Types Sticker Book contains over 200 awesome stickers, eighteen sticker scenes and is packed full of your favourite Pokémon. Learn all about the different Pokémon Types from Normal and Grass to Fairy and Steel. Discover what Type your favourite Pokémon is and test your knowledge with challenging activities throughout the book.Join Pikachu and all your favourite Pokémon friends as you discover the different Types of Pokemon. With eighteen awesome scenes for you to fill with exciting Pokemon stickers as well as epic activities and a quiz to test your Pokémon knowledge. You'll soon be a Pokémon Master.

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Book SynopsisBecome the most amazing, awe-inspiring genius in the world in just one year*! (*No refunds given)This book will take you from a clever (but rather ordinary) kid to an absurdly intelligent, super-brained, hyper-genius capable of anything in just twelve magnificent months.From fun facts about dinosaurs to everything you need to know about spiders, plus silly Shakespearean names and a deep dive into poo and snot. Have you ever wondered about the world's pooiest places? Or which came first, the duck-billed platyupus or the duck? This book has all the answers.Imagine what I could have achieved if I''d read this Albert Einstein*I''m glad this wasn''t published when I was alive, because everyone who read it would have ended up cleverer than me Leonardo Da Vinci*I like the picture of the dog in the space helmet Marie Curie**(These are real reviews, I promise!)

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Book SynopsisBoys United: the first book in the Football Academy series by Tom PalmerJake loves football and dreams of becoming a professional footballer. He''s worried about his height though - what if he''s too small for football? But on the day of his trial Jake is quick on the ball and scores - he''s made it! Jake can''t wait to pull on his shirt and join the team. But someone at the club wants to make his life difficult. Can Jake face up to the bullies and become man of the match again?Stay on the ball this season with the first four stories following the boys in United''s under-twelves.As well as being a huge football fan, Tom Palmer has an international reputation in reader development. He is a coordinator of the Reading Partners consortium, works with The Reading Agency, Booktrust and the National Literacy Trust, and has been the official writer for the Premier League Reading Stars scheme for five years. He is the author of the Football Detective ser

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