Children & Teen Books
Andersen Press Ltd Safiyyah's War
Book SynopsisWinner of the Jhalak Children''s & YA PrizeWinner of the Indie Book Awards for Children''s FictionWinner of the Week Junior Book Award for Older FictionShortlisted for the Carnegie Medal for Writing ''Safiyyah''s War has the soul of a classic & the urgency of a story for our times. A tale of tolerance, unthinkable bravery, and heart-in-mouth true events. I loved this book'' - Kiran Millwood Hargrave''All at once, Safiyyah''s War broke my heart and filled me with immense hope. With its unforgettable characters and exquisite storytelling, this really is an extraordinary book'' - A F Steadman''Safiyyah is a protagonist I was rooting for all throughout; a lovely, kind-hearted girl whose story filled me in turns with despair and joy. This book shines through with kindness and empathy at its very heart'' - Nizrana Farook''Luminous prose . . . a riveting read for children and adults alike'' - New York TimesWar comes to the streets of Paris and Safiyyah's life changes for ever. Her best friend's family have fled, and the bombing makes her afraid to leave the mosque where she lives. But when her father is arrested by the Nazis for his secret Resistance work, it falls to Safiyyah to run the dangerous errands around the city. It's not long before hundreds of persecuted Jews seek sanctuary at the mosque. Can Safiyyah find the courage to enter the treacherous catacombs under Paris and lead the Jews to safety?Trade Review"Written with rich detail about Paris and Islam, [Safiyyah's War] is a vivid tale of people finding courage, connection and empathy for each other" * The Sunday Times *"A heartfelt and tragically timely paean to religious tolerance" * TLS, Best Children's Books of 2023 *"This story of heroism, shared humanity and hope cherished against long odds is so beautifully written it will be hard for any reader of 9+ to forget" * Guardian *"Perfect reading for fans of Katherine Rundell and Emma Carroll, Safiyyah's War is a riveting, deeply poignant period novel" -- Waterstones, July's Best Children's Books 2023"A lyrical, spiritual book" * Jewish Chronicle *"Safiyyah's War has the soul of a classic and the urgency of a story for our times. A tale of tolerance, unthinkable bravery, and heart-in-mouth true events. I loved this book." -- Kiran Millwood Hargrave"All at once, Safiyyah's War broke my heart and filled me with immense hope. With its unforgettable characters and exquisite storytelling, this really is an extraordinary book" -- A F Steadman"Safiyyah is a protagonist I was rooting for all throughout; a lovely, kind-hearted girl whose story filled me in turns with despair and joy. This book shines through with kindness and empathy at its very heart" -- Nizrana Farook"This story of extraordinary bravery, based on little-known events, is both inspiring and uplifting" * The Bookseller, Editor's Choice *"Beautifully written, full of compassion and hope, Safiyyah's War is an important and much needed WWII story that puts a spotlight on a rarely heard part of history. Safiyyah's story is a must-read in schools exploring WWII, to encourage empathy. The story is superbly told, with adorable characters. A special, heartfelt book that I'm glad exists" -- A M Dassu"Beautiful, vivid writing . . . A moving story of resistance and unity, the power of community and faith. I absolutely loved it" -- Radiya Hafiza
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Scholastic Can You See Me
Book SynopsisPeople think that because Tally's autistic, she doesn't realise whatthey're thinking, but Tally sees and hears - and notices - allof it. Endearing, insightful and warmly uplifting, this is a story of autism,empathy and kindness that will touch readers of all ages.
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Hachette Children's Group The Naturals All In
Book SynopsisCold cases get hot in this unputdownable mystery from Jennifer Lynn Barnes, no.1 New York Times bestselling author of The Inheritance Games series. Perfect for fans of A Good Girl''s Guide to Murder.Three casinos. Three bodies. Three days.After a string of brutal murders in Las Vegas, Cassie Hobbes and the Naturals are called in to investigate. But even with the team''s unique profiling talents, these murders seem baffling: unlike many serial killers, this one uses different methods every time. All of the victims were killed in public, yet the killer does not show up on any security feed. And each victim has a string of numbers tattooed on their wrist. Hidden in the numbers is a code - and the closer the Naturals come to unraveling the mystery, the more perilous the case becomes.Meanwhile, Cassie is dealing with an equally dangerous and much more painful mystery. For the first time in years, there''s been a break in her mother''s case. As person
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Outlaw Varjak Paw
Book SynopsisThe second adventure in the life of the extraordinary Mesopotamian Blue, Varjak Paw: kung fu for cats!Having saved the city cats from a fate worse than death, Varjak Paw finds himself the elected and popular leader of a new gang - a gang that supports freedom and kindness for all. But will the pressure take its toll on this brave yet sometimes naive cat?Soon the city erupts in an all-out gang war as the evil Sally Bones attempts to control the lives of all cats. Horrified and outnumbered, Varjak and the others must fight for their freedom or die trying; can Jalal''s Way really be the best way?This is another thrilling adventure, eagerly awaited by all Varjak fans, both young and old.Winner of the Blue Peter Award in 2007Trade ReviewOriginal and amazingly engrossing . . . it is much enhanced by its high-quality production and the beautiful illustrations by Dave McKean * Daily Telegraph *To today's overprotected children, Varjak Paw is the perfect emblem of the joys and dangers of freedom. Beautifully illustrated by Dave McKeen and written in spine-tingling prose, the novels have a suspenseful edginess that children instantly respond to * The Times *A wonderfully original creation: a fearless feline with a gift for whizzy martial arts . . . grippingly vivid . . . Dave McKean's scratchy, lean drawings perfectly capture Said's dark narrative * Evening Standard *It's refreshing to enter a world of cats. And not just any old cats, but the rich collection of heroes and villains in the world of Varjak Paw . . . The Outlaw Varjak Paw is another swift, compelling tale. And Varjak is an appealing and believable hero * The New York Times *The bleakness of the story is magnified by Dave McKean's brilliant illustrations. The combination of his blood-spattered paintings and Said's staccato descriptions lends the fight scenes an almost balletic quality . . . The world inhabited by these emaciated cats becomes engrossing, while the emotional ambiguities offer plenty for adults to think about * Time Out *
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Oxford University Press The Twirly Wiggly Dance
Book SynopsisLittle Intisar has a BIG job at her Auntie Mahira''s wedding: she''s going to dance in the group performance!As she practises, she realizes there is one dance move that she just can''t do-no matter how hard she twirls and wiggles. Intisar worries she''ll ruin the whole routine, and disappoint Auntie Mahira. Can Intisar''s family of movers and groovers show her that being herself is far more fun than being perfect?With extra pages at the back of the book with non-fiction information about all the events of a Muslim wedding, this is a perfect book to read and talk about together. The Twirly Wiggly Dance is a relatable story about finding your own groove, with the celebratory backdrop of an Indian Muslim wedding. This story is based author Farrah Riaz''s own childhood experience, and beautifully illustrated by Navya Raju.
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Pan Macmillan A Wild Childs Book of Nature at Night
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Frozen Curse
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Little Tiger Press Group Nineties Babies Look Fly
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Little Tiger Press Group Mr Nortons New Truck
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Bonnier Books Ltd The Wild Robot: Soon to be a major DreamWorks
Book Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 2023The heartwarming and action-packed illustrated novel exploring what happens when nature and technology collide.When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island. She has no idea how she got there or what her purpose is - but she knows she needs to survive. After battling a fierce storm and escaping a vicious bear attack, she realises that her only hope for survival is to adapt to her surroundings and learn from the island's unwelcoming animal inhabitants. As Roz slowly befriends the animals, the island starts to feel like home - until, one day, her mysterious past comes back to haunt her.'An Iron Man style fable for our age' - Piers Torday, award-winning author of The Last Wild'A modern-day classic in the making' - BooktrustThe gloriously illustrated story of a robot's adventures in the wild from bestselling author and illustrator Peter Brown. [Peter Brown's THE WILD ROBOT was a #1 New York Times bestseller w/c 11th June 2023.]Trade ReviewA boldly original and beguiling wild adventure. * Piers Torday, author of THE LAST WILD *An engaging tale that explores many important themes. We can only hope that Roz serves as the template for all future robots. Peter Brown's illustrations are as marvellous as ever! * Coralie Bickford-Smith, author of THE FOX AND THE STAR *The Wild Robot has all the pathos and grace of The Iron Giant or a Studio Ghibli animation. It is nonetheless its own thing, a delicate, touching tale of survival, friendship and family. * Financial Times *A strikingly illustrated novel... a beautiful story in so many ways, with a lot of depth about what it means to be a parent, to be part of a community, to be different, to make mistakes, to care for others and to overcome others' distrust. * Juno Magazine *This is such an odd, original, thought-provoking and heartwarming tale. The book is a meditation on what it is to be human and, at the same time, an incredibly fun adventure. Readers will lose their heart to Roz and it's a truly gripping read. The illustrations are also enigmatic and beautiful. This is really a perfect children's book that stays with you long after finishing; a modern-day classic in the making. * Booktrust *A heartfelt story for ages six-plus about how even the oddest of us can find friends - we need Peter Brown to tell his fellow Americans how what seems strange and threatening can turn into love and joy. * New Statesman *A moving and captivating tale about friendship and emotion, it is also beautifully illustrated by the author. * WRD Magazine *Robot sentience meets maternal love in the renowned author-illustrator Peter Brown's first foray into writing for older children, The Wild Robot (Piccadilly). Reminiscent of Ted Hughes's novel The Iron Man, with some of the curious, timeless quality of William Steig's Abel's Island. * Times Literary Supplement *
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Walker Books Ltd Wonderscape
Book SynopsisGaming and time travel collide in this exhilarating adventure for 9+ readers, from bestselling author Jennifer Bell. >> A Waterstones Children''s Book of the Month>> A Toppsta Children''s Book of the Month>> A whirlwind of fun and mystery across space and time. Thomas Taylor, bestselling author of MalamanderTHE GAME IS ON. TRAVEL WITH WONDER.When Arthur, Ren and Cecily investigate a mysterious explosion on their way to school, they find themselves trapped aboard The Principia a scientific research ship sailing through hazardous waters, captained by one Isaac Newton.Lost in the year 2473 in the Wonderscape, an epic in-reality adventure game, they must call on the help of some unlikely historical heroes, to play their way home before time runs out.Jumanji meets Ready Player One in this fast-paced adventure featuring incredible real-life heroes, from the internationally beTrade ReviewEight-plus readers with a taste for adventure and science will immerse themselves in the Uncommoners author Jennifer Bell’s exciting new Wonderscape. * The Guardian *I thought it was a bogglingly brilliant story for readers and gamers alike. A whirlwind of fun and mystery across space and time. A triumph of friendship, courage and brains over adversity, villains, and plots. And robots! * Thomas Taylor *Wonderscape is an expertly crafted, breakneck speed adventure that at times is reminiscent of Jumanji. Highly recommended for children who like to game, and the book should encourage more reading beyond. * Booktrust *A lead title from Walker: Bell puts a clever and highly immersive spin on the middle-grade fantasy adventure. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *A breakneck sci-fi romp that's perfect for gamers, puzzle fiends and fact-fans. * Ross Montgomery *
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Michael O'Mara Books Ltd The Egg-cellent Easter Activity Book: Choc-full
Book SynopsisFilled with more Easter fun than a giant chocolate egg, this cracking new book is guaranteed to keep kids entertained during the holiday season.Follow the coordinates to find the golden egg, take the quiz to discover which Easter animal you'd be, help the bee find its way through the spring-flower maze and race your friends to the finish line in an egg-hunt counter game!Brimming with puzzles and cute illustrations, this is the perfect gift for little bunnies who can't wait for Easter.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Bluey Wheres Bluey
Book SynopsisHave you seen Bluey and Bingo?Join Bluey on the beach, in the backyard and at the park in this jam-packed search-and-find activity book. With over 140 items to spot, this book is perfect for keeping the biggest Bluey fans busy.
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Hachette Children's Group Dont Let The Forest In
Book SynopsisDeliciously dark and dangerously addictive, Wilder Girls meets A Deadly Education in this queer dark academia YA thriller from the author of the sensational The Boy Who Steals Houses, filled with twisted fairy tales and monsters that will keep you up at night. ''No one would want a heart like his. But he''d still cut it out and given it away.'' On the first day back at boarding school, Andrew can''t wait to find refuge in the twisted fairy tales that he writes for Thomas - the boy with hair like autumn leaves. But Thomas'' parents have vanished, and he has blood on his sleeve. Stranger still, Thomas won''t talk to Andrew, even though he''s always loved sketching the monstrous creatures from Andrew''s stories. Desperate to discover the truth, Andrew follows Thomas into the forest and catches him fighting a nightmarish monster - his drawings have come to life. To ensure no one else dies,
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Magic Finger
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Wordsworth Editions Ltd A Christmas Carol
Book SynopsisEbenezer Scrooge is a miserly old skinflint. He hates everyone, especially children. But at Christmas three ghosts come to visit him, scare him into mending his ways, and he finds, as he celebrates with Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim and their family, that geniality brings its own reward. This finest of all Christmas stories is beautifully illustrated with Arthur Rackham’s superb line drawings.
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HarperCollins Publishers Fing
Book SynopsisThe jaw-achingly funny children's book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams a deliciously daft Tall Story of a child who had everything, but still wanted more. Illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross.Meet the Meeks!Myrtle Meek has everything she could possibly want. But everything isn't enough. She wants more, more, MORE! When Myrtle declares she wants a FING, there's only one problem What is a FING?Mr and Mrs Meek will do anything to keep their darling daughter happy, even visit the spooky library vaults to delve into the dusty pages of the mysterious Monsterpedia. Their desperate quest leads to the depths of the jungliest jungle where the rarest creatures can be found. But will they ever find a FING?An explosively funny, totally surreal Tall Story about two perfectly nice parents and their unbelievably monstrous daughter from the phenomenal bestselling author David Walliams.Trade Review PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS: “I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics.” – Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole “Dahl finally has a worthy successor” – Telegraph "Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" – The Sun
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HarperCollins Publishers Destined
Book SynopsisLaurel faces the fight of her life to save everything , and everyone, she loves. This is the final part of the extraordinary faerie tale which began in the bestselling novel WINGS described by Stephenie Meyer as 'a remarkable debut'.
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Hachette Children's Group Unbelievable Football Short Colour Stories World Football Winners
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC You Cant Take An Elephant On the Bus
Book Synopsis''You will laugh out loud'' - Guardian_______________Get ready for a fun-filled ride and join a whole range of crazy creatures on a hilarious picture book adventure!You can't take an elephant on the bus It would simply cause a terrible fuss!Elephants'' bottoms are heavy and fatand would certainly squash the seats quite flat.Never put a camel in a sailing boat, or a tiger on a train, and don''t even THINK about asking a whale to ride a bike This riotous picture book is filled with animals causing total disaster as they try to travel in the most unsuitable vehicles. With hilarious rhyming text and spectacular illustrations, this is a real romp of a book perfect for reading aloud!_______________Don''t miss out on the other hilarious books in this series: You Can''t Let an Elephant Drive a Digger, You Can''t Call Trade ReviewYou will laugh out loud * Guardian *‘… delightfully brought to life with David Tazzyman’s quirky illustrations and a jaunty rhyming text. You will laugh out loud as tigers ride on trains, whales ride on bikes and giraffes go on aeroplanes’ * Publishers Association *The bold, caricature style illustrations, rhyming couplets, and varying font styles add to the humour * Practical Pre-School *Everything that you could wish for in a picture book, humour, ridiculous situations and imagination stimulating scenarios. Quite frankly, this is picture book writing and illustration at its very best * Being a Mummy *David Tazzyman’s scratchy style is a great match to this scatty surprising picture book’ * Books for Keeps *Chaotic, crazy, fabulously funny and full of humorously energetic illustrations, this is a book that promises to evoke giggles of glee from readers fortunate enough to come across it * Eye, Eye *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Rubys Worry
Book SynopsisA reassuring and sensitive book the perfect springboard for talking to children about sharing their hidden worries. From the Big Bright Feelings series by Tom PercivalBe open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people.''If your child has a worry - and all children do have worries - this is the ideal book to encourage them to talk about it'' Parents In TouchRuby loves being Ruby. Until, one day, she finds a worry.At first it''s not such a big worry, and that''s all right, but then it starts to grow. It gets bigger and bigger every day and it makes Ruby sad. How can Ruby get rid of it and feel like herself again?A perceptive and poignant story that is a must-have for all children''s bookshelves. From Tom Percival''s bestselling Big Bright Feelings series, this is the perfect book for discussing childhood worries and anxieties, no matter how big or small they may be.Trade ReviewIf your child has a worry - and all children do have worries - this is the ideal book to encourage them to talk about it * Parents in Touch *With gorgeous illustrations and careful, beautiful words, it’s a must buy for any child who worries or panics a bit more than they’d like * Irish Examiner *Written with a lightness of touch … this is a very special book * Angels & Urchins *A valuable asset to the library of a child who experiences anxiety and a great book to get children talking about their feelings * Kirkus Reviews *A reassuring and thoughtful book that offers an optimistic but realistic resolution. * Ten of the Best: books starring children from BAME backgrounds, Books For Keeps *A joyous, original paen to individuality * Guardian on PERFECTLY NORMAN *A sweet and uplifting story that celebrates diversity … and inspires children to dare to be different and have the courage to stand out * BookTrust on PERFECTLY NORMAN *
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Oxford University Press Oxford School Thesaurus
Book SynopsisAn important new edition of the bestselling Oxford School Thesaurus, with new words on contemporary topics such as technology, climate change and the Covid-19 pandemic. Focused coverage of words, synonyms and antonyms help to improve writing skills, for creative writing and non-fiction. Essential spelling, grammar and punctuation support makes it perfect for progress from primary to secondary school. For free downloadable activity worksheets, go to www.oxfordschooldictionaries.com.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Call of the Dragon 1
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Daphne Press Secrets of Blackthorn Hall
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Wordsworth Editions Ltd Anne of Green Gables & Anne of Avonlea
Book SynopsisWhen the Cuthberts send to an orphanage for a boy to help them at Green Gables, their farm in Canada, they are astonished when a talkative little girl steps off the train. Anne, red-headed, pugnacious and incurably romantic, causes chaos at Green Gables and in the village, but her wit and good nature delight the fictional community of Prince Edward Island, Canada, and ensure that Anne of Green Gables continues to be a firm favourite with readers worldwide. Anne of Avonlea continues Anne's story. Now half-past sixteen but as strong-headed and romantic as ever, Anne becomes a teacher at her old school and dreams of its improvement. But her responsible position and mature ambitions do not prevent her entanglement in the scrapes that still seem to beset her in spite of her best intentions. Thoroughly charming and amusing, with a supporting cast of colourful and endearing characters, both books will enchant and entertain readers, guaranteeing that Anne's adventures capture their affections as well as their imaginations.
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Bonnier Books Ltd Popcorn A hilarious and moving story about coping
Book SynopsisAndrew's just trying to get through school photo day with one aim: a photo of him which his mum will like. But today of all days, the world seems out to get him. There's a bully, the science experiment gone wrong, scary news about his grandmother, and someone else's juice snot (don't ask). Andrew struggles with anxiety, and the little kernel of worry in his stomach is getting hotter and hotter . . . Can he make it through the day without popping? A heartfelt and laugh-out-loud-funny story about letting go of control and accepting help, interspersed with Rob Harrell's amazing spot art and comic panels that depict the real, difficult feelings of anxiety and OCD, as well as real tips for coping.
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HarperCollins Publishers Conkers – After the War: From Auschwitz to
Book SynopsisMaster storyteller Tom Palmer returns with a deeply moving and beautifully told novel of friendship and belonging, inspired by the incredible true story of the Windermere Boys. "The best children’s fiction book I’ve yet read about the Holocaust" – Tim Robertson, CEO Anne Frank Trust Summer 1945. The Second World War is finally over and Yossi, Leo and Mordecai are among three hundred children who arrive in the English Lake District. Having survived the horrors of the Nazi concentration camps, they've finally reached a place of safety and peace, where they can hopefully begin to recover. But Yossi is haunted by thoughts of his missing father and disturbed by terrible nightmares. As he waits desperately for news from home, he fears that Mordecai and Leo – the closest thing to family he has left – will move on without him. Will life by the beautiful Lake Windermere be enough to bring hope back into all their lives?Trade Review"The best children's fiction book I've yet read about the Holocaust" – Tim Robertson, CEO of Anne Frank Trust UK "Devastatingly moving and massively important, and crucially, fantastically accessible" – Books for Keeps "[Palmer's] most compelling bit of real-life hidden history yet" – The Letterpress Project "A touching, concisely told yet never dumbed-down, story of childhood during wartime. If you are new to his books, then prepare to be astounded" – Books for Topics "Full of heart and hope" – INIS
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Arcturus Publishing Ltd Greek Myths Heroes and Villains
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Walker Books Ltd Loki A Bad Gods Guide to Being Good
Book SynopsisWry, witty and very funny diary-style story packed with doodles and comic strips about the frustration trickster god Loki feels at having to live trapped in the body of a weedy eleven-year-old boy.After one trick too many, Loki is banished to live on Earth as a normal school boy. Forbidden from using his AWESOME godly powers, Loki must show moral improvement. As he records his lies THE TRUTH in his magical (judgemental) diary, it becomes clear Loki hasn't a clue how to tell good from evil, trust from tricks, or friends from enemies.Trade ReviewThis bad boy’s journey is a laugh-out-loud delight, packed with cartoons and footnotes, perfect for fans of The Wimpy Kid. * The Daily Mail *outrageously funny […] Sharp wit, ethical dilemmas, sly mythological references and oodles of doodles are a recipe for pure reading pleasure. * Guardian *Often laugh-out-loud funny, this is an irreverent romp through practical moral philosophy, like Netflix’s The Good Place with more snarky cartoon snakes. * Observer *Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid fans need look no further than this laugh-out-loud offering from Stowell. […] Presented as a diary, the cartoon-packed text will help reluctant readers while also giving a fun introduction to Norse mythology. -- Keeba Critchlow, Neil Armstrong and Hephzibah Anderson * Mail on Sunday *not just bestselling and funny; its pithy cartooning didn’t insult anyone’s intelligence. -- Kitty Empire * Kitty Empire's Chapter Books of the Year, Observer *
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Scholastic Grenade
Book SynopsisIt's 1945, and the world is in the grip of war. Hideki and Ray are on opposite sides, each fighting to survive. Butthen the two of them collide in the middle of battle... Alan Gratz, New York Times bestselling author of Refugee, returnswith this high-octane story of how hope and redemption can tie ustogether.
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Usborne Publishing Ltd The Usborne Childrens Bible
Book SynopsisA Children's Bible that can be enjoyed by children and adults of all ages. With full-page illustrations that include maps of the ancient lands to highlight stories from the Old and New Testaments, it also features a comprehensive 'Who's who in the Bible' to help children remember the characters and their stories.Trade ReviewThis is a stunningly illustrated collection of the best-known and best-loved stories from the Bible, perfect for reading alone or out loud. Its brightly coloured pages and pictures make this a fun way to read stories from both the Old and New Testaments. This book is certain to become much loved and much read by children and adults alike. * Kids Alive! *
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Quarto Publishing PLC No Im a... SHARK
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Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Colour and Solve Quest of the Dragon Rider
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Nosy Crow Ltd A Chick Called Charm
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words & pictures Remarkable Women
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Can You Get Music on the Moon
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Pan Macmillan You Are a Champion: How to Be the Best You Can Be
Book SynopsisI want to show you how you can be a champion in almost anything you put your mind to. Marcus Rashford MBE is famous worldwide for his skills both on and off the pitch – but before he was a Manchester United and England footballer, and long before he started his inspiring campaign to end child food poverty, he was just an ordinary kid from Wythenshawe, South Manchester. Now the nation's favourite footballer wants to show YOU how to achieve your dreams, in this positive and inspiring guide for life.Written with journalist Carl Anka, You Are a Champion is packed full of stories from Marcus’s own life, plus brilliant advice and top-tips from performance psychologist Katie Warriner. It will show you how to be the very BEST that you can be.It shows kids how to:- Be comfortable with who you are – you can't be a champion until you're happy being you!- Dream big- Practise like a champion- Get out of your comfort zone and learn from your mistakes- Navigate adversity in a positive way- Find your team- Use your voice and stand up for others- Never stop learningWith an afterword by Tim S. Grover, trainer and mentor to Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan.A book that unlocks the joy of reading:From parents on social media:'My 8 year old decided to finally read a book that wasn't school related.''Thank you for inspiring young readers.''Hates reading but bought his first book today.'Trade 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 winnerIt makes perfect sense that he [Marcus] should have written a motivational self-help book for kids (with Carl Anka). Conversational enough for the reluctant reader, but actually packed full of top-flight sports psychology and no little depth. * Guardian *It’s down to earth, practical, and written with his trademark warmth and empathy. As he says: “When you believe in yourself, incredible things can happen.” Every young person should read this book. * Daily Express *[Marcus] shares life lessons and practical advice he wishes he had read as a boy, encouraging reading, hard work, team-building, confidence and humility. Enlivened with anecdotes, diagrams and silhouettes, this is clear, sensible and inspiring for any age. * The Times, Best Children's Books for Summer 2021 *Written with journalist Carl Anka, this is an empowering read touching on the themes of building confidence, setting goals and finding your passion. Rashford starts the book by saying it’s one he wished he had growing up, and many adults reading alongside their children will agree with this sentiment. * Independent *a thoroughly enjoyable read for both children and adults alike. * Irish Examiner *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 *There’s serious stuff here, but delivered in such an accessible manner that all children will relate to it. * Daily Mail *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Goodnight Grandchild
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Prakash Books I am Born to be a Unicorn Coloring Book
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Salariya Book Company Ltd How Would You Survive As A Bee?
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Quarto Publishing PLC Escape from Pompeii
Book SynopsisTravel back in time to view the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the Roman Empire. Join Tranio, the son of an actor, and his friend Livia, the baker's daughter, in witnessing the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD79. Tranio, like most Roman boys, likes to watch whatever is going on: tradesmen selling their goods, ships unloading their exotic cargoes, politicians making speeches in the forum. But one hot August day a very different scene unfolds. The ground begins to shake, the sky to darken. People run gasping for air. Heading for the harbor, Tranio and his friend Livia hide on a boat and witness one of the most terrifying moments in recorded history-the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and the destruction of their beloved city, Pompeii. Although this book handles the sensitive subject of a tragic natural disaster, this book perfectly pitched for years 2 and 3. It is great in explaining the daily life of Romans from a child's point of view.Perfectly aligned to the KS2 curriculum, for those studying the Romans in school.
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Hachette Children's Group The Paper Piano
Book SynopsisWhen Noah hears beautiful piano music sweeping through the station, he longs to play. Without a pianoof his own, he carefully crafts one out of paper, and the notes fill his head night and day. Until finally, with the help of a neighbour, his musical dream comes true . . .An inspirational picture book about the power of perseverance and music, celebrating the joy that railway station pianos can bring to all.
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Scholastic The Leaf Thief
Book SynopsisSquirrel is so cross. Yesterday there were loads of beautiful leaveson his tree, but today? Today some are missing and Squirrel isconvinced that someone has stolen them. there's a leaf thief onthe loose!
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Arcturus Publishing Ltd Greek Myths Gods and Monsters
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£9.49
Pan Macmillan A Dress with Pockets
Book Synopsis"Destined to become a beloved classic" – The IA funny and frock-filled story for modern children who don't just want sequins and sparkles on their dresses, from rising star Lily Murray and Waterstones Prize-winning illustrator, Jenny Lovlie. Lucy and Aunt Augusta are dress shopping. And, at the Fabulous Fashion Store, there are dresses to suit just about everyone. There are fancy dresses, frilly dresses, stripy dresses, silly dresses, sun dresses, fun dresses, blue dresses, green. . . But Lucy doesn't care about frills or lace. She wants a dress WITH POCKETS. And as she wades through the titchy dresses, witchy dresses, very, very itchy dresses, she starts to worry about where she's going to put her leaves, and nettles, and delicate petals, her magical spells and beautiful shells. . . The hunt is on: will Lucy find the dress of her dreams?A lighthearted story with a subtle feminist undertone that celebrates the joy of pockets, and how they can unleash the inquisitive, adventurous spirit of all young children.Trade ReviewSmart, funny and joyful, destined to become a beloved classic -- Marianne Levy * The I *The perfect book for all of my children. It’s colourful, fun and full of possibilities. The illustrations are just gorgeous, so playful and fun with beautiful, captivating colours. For every child who loves to dream big and have fantastic adventures, this is the book for them. * Mini Travellers *Fun, colourful illustrations -- Newbury Weekly NewsPlayful rhyming dialogue and intricate, enticing pictures perfectly convey the need for children’s clothes with inbuilt freedom to explore. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *Our favourite picturebook of the year! A wonderful story about the importance of pockets, and of nurturing the inquisitive and adventurous streak in all children. A charming and important story, beautifully told and illustrated. * Bristol 24/7 *
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Starting School
Book SynopsisFrom first day nerves to finding your peg, this reassuring read is full of humour and fun for children and parents alike. It offers advice and enjoyment for the whole family before school starts.Trade ReviewStarting School, one more Janet and Allan Ahlberg book that gets everything right * Guardian *The Ahlbergs belong, with A.A. Milne and Lewis Carroll, to the greatest tradition of children's books * Sunday Times *
£7.59
Pushkin Children's Books Monster Down Deep
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£8.54
Walker Books Ltd The Pigeon Needs a Bath
Book SynopsisThe pigeon is BACK! And he STINKS! No, really, he actually smells very bad...Smell? What smell? I don''t smell. YOU smell. In this hilarious, interactive read in Mo Willems'' award-winning Pigeon series, the Pigeon needs a bath! Except, well, the Pigeon''s really not so sure about that... Besides, he took a bath last month! Maybe. It looks like it''s going to take some serious convincing to get the Pigeon to take the plunge!Trade ReviewThis is a laugh-out-loud, read-out-even-louder brand new pigeon book from the New York Times best-selling picture book master - Mo Willems complete with awesome self-analysis by the pigeon in the form of speech bubbles of whether he does or doesn't smell and whether he does or doesn't want a bath. Mo's Pigeon encompasses all the melodrama that most 3 or 4 years olds muster on a daily occasion including... trying to avoid bathtime! * Lovereading4kids *Mo Willems’ pigeon books have been family favourites for years * The Times *
£7.59
