Children & Teen Books
HarperCollins Publishers Becoming Grace
Book SynopsisAward-winning Hilary McKay brings the childhood of Victorian heroine Grace Darling to life in this heartfelt reimagining of her life up to and including the Forfarshire shipwreck.Despite her fear of boats, Grace Darling loves her life as the daughter of a lighthouse keeper and spends fun-filled childhood days with her three sisters, four brothers, numerous goats, chickens, cats and her beloved dog, Happy.The only shadows come from the many shipwrecks caused by the poor location of their lighthouse, a problem that seems to be fixed when a new one is built further out on the remote Longstone Rock.But in September 1838, a steamship called the Forfarshire is wrecked on the dangerous Harcar Rock. Grace alerts her father to survivors, but can she find the courage to help him row out through the mountainous waves to rescue them?Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
£9.35
HarperCollins Publishers Paddington Shapes
Book SynopsisJoin Paddington as he goes on an adventure to find all his favourite shapes!
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HarperCollins Publishers The Bicycle
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HarperCollins Publishers PAW Patrol 1001 Stickers
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HarperCollins Publishers Escape
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Hairy Maclary and Zachary Quack
Book SynopsisLynley Dodd is an award-winning author/illustrator enormously popular for her rhyming stories of the memorable Hairy Maclary, Slinky Malinki, Schnitzel Von Krumm - and many others! She worked as a teacher before beginning to write her own books in 1974. Lynley lives in New Zealand.
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Stig of the Dump A Puffin Book
Book SynopsisPuffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every child. The Thing sitting in the corner seemed to be interested. It got up and moved towards Barney, into the light. Barney was glad to see it was Somebody after all. Funny way to dress though, he thought, rabbit-skins round the middle and no shoes or socks. Barney spends a lot of time by himself, and often goes wandering off alone. One day he is exploring by the edge of an old chalk-pit, when it gives way. Finding himself in some sort of cave, Barney is astonished to discover a ''somebody'' living there: somebody with a lot of shaggy hair and two bright black eyes, wearing a rabbit skin and speaking in grunts. Barney names him Stig, and the two quickly become best friends. Of course nobody believes Barney when he tells his family all about Stig. But Barney doesn''t care. He and Stig are far too busy having a brilliant series of unforgettable adventures. Much-beloved by childr
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Penguin Readers Level 6 Oliver Twist ELT Graded
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Very Hungry Caterpillars Wild Animal
Book SynopsisThe Very Hungry Caterpillar is playing hide and seek in the wild in this joyful finger trail lift-the-flap book!Who is in the tall grass shaded from the sun?A pride of sleepy lions playing, having fun!A charming first introduction to wild animals and their habitats. With its gentle rhyming narrative, chunky flaps and finger trails, this book is perfect for little explorers!
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Penguin Random House Children's UK My First Moomin Goodnight Moomin
Book SynopsisThe first book in a brand new read-aloud board book series for the youngest Moomin fans!It''s bedtime, but Moomin just can''t sleep! Moominmamma gives him a extra special bedtime cuddle, and Snorkmaiden offers him her favourite snuggly toy. But nothing works!When Moominpappa reads a story all about a goodnight star, that gives Moomin an idea... But will he ever find a way to fall asleep?With gorgeous illustrations and a soothing story, this is the perfect book for bedtime.More beautiful Moomin books:Moomin and the Wishing StarMoomin and the Birthday ButtonMoomin and the Ice FestivalMoomin and the Midsummer MysteryMoomin: The Very BIG Moominhouse Lift-the-Flap BookMoomin Baby: Words Tummy Time Concertina BookMoomin Baby: Buzzy BookMoomin Baby: 123 Tummy Time Concertina Book
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Day My Brother Got Famous
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£9.86
Penguin Random House Children's UK King of Dead Things
Book SynopsisTwo lives are about to collide. A journey of self-discovery.For fans of dark fantasy like Cemetery Boys, Noughts and Crosses and Threads that Bind from major new YA talent Jamaican British author Nevin HolnessThe first time Eli had tried taking magic that wasn't his, it had wrapped around his palms like razor wire, tight enough that he'd needed stitches. Since then, Eli had bled magic from a soul enough times that he knew the rhythm of it. He knew what kinds of magic to stay away from and which he could upsell, which would get stuck beneath his fingernails and which would crumble and turn to ash if he held on too tightly. Eli doesn''t know who he is or where he came from. What he does know is that he can pluck the magic from a soul like a petal from a flower. And he knows there is nothing he wouldn''t borrow, steal or destroy in order to discover his past.Malcolm knows he can raise the dead with a wave of his han
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Dino Dad Big School Talent Show
Book SynopsisA magical dino-tastic adventure series from children''s TV superstar Andy Day, with amazing illustrations from illustrator powerhouse Steven Lenton!What if YOUR dad could change into a dinosaur?Hello! It''s me, Ruby Thumb. You might remember me and my dad - we''re famous POOPAs. What do you mean you''ve not heard of us? And you don''t know what a POOPA is?! It means we''re Protector Of Our Dinosaur Allies - obviously!Me and my dad have loads of amazing adventures in Dinotropolis - an incredible island, full of dinosaurs who live just like us humans do. And when we go there using our special magic Ammonite shell, we turn into dinosaurs too!Let me tell you about the time I spent the week at Pangea's Largest Outstanding Prehistoric School - or PLOPS, as we call it, ha! - AND took part in the Big School Talent Show. I was quite nervous about starting school - and there were a few dino-tastic surprises along the way - but in the end it was totally roarsome!A hilarious and brilliantly illustrated easy-to-read story peppered with real dino facts - perfect for any young dinosaur-lover!Make sure you read Ruby''s first two adventures - Dino Dad, and Dino Dad: Ice Age, out now - and look out for Dino Dad: Dino Detectives, coming Summer 2025. Here''s what real readers are saying about Dino Dad!My son loves both dinosaurs and Andy, so this book was an absolute hit with himA great way to help children transition into chapter books with beloved TV star AndyThe story is fun and engaging, with just the right amount of humour to keep them gigglingGreat book for kids aged 5-8 years old. The artwork is great, the story is fun and there's also a learning element to itA delightful and engaging story that's perfect for young Andy Day or dinosaur fans
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd PopUp Peekaboo Frozen
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Revolting Rhymes Cinderella
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Pearson Education Limited New Music Matters 1114 Pupil Book 1
Book SynopsisThis pupil's book contains: background information and illustrations to support the music projects; the melody lines and lyrics for songs; the scores needed for listening and appraising; listening questions; questions for homework; and pieces for performing.Table of ContentsOn the way; the music of Java and Bali; major and minor; working with chords; voices in layers; ragtime music.
£20.70
Scholastic Do NOT Eat the Egg PB
Book SynopsisThe perfect picture-book treat for every small child (and adult)who has tried to resist temptation... and failed! When Small Rabbitdiscovers a gorgeously-wrapped chocolate egg in the cupboard hecan't WAIT to eat it. But the label says Do NOT eat the egg!Can Small Rabbit do the right thing... or will it turn into a gloriouslygooey disaster?
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Scholastic Beastie Bros Dungeons and Dragonflies
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Scholastic Mint to Be
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Scholastic War Games
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Andrews UK Limited We Dont Like Bertie
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£8.54
Nosy Crow Ltd A Piglet Called Truffle The Jasmine Green Series
Book SynopsisHattie rescues a tiny little piglet from certain death. But Hattie's parents don't believe in farm animals being pets and insist that Truffle must be sold as soon as he's big enough. So Hattie begins a campaign to keep him. In the end, it takes two lost guinea pigs and one cold, frosty, nighttime adventure to save Truffle's bacon...
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Oneworld Publications Dogs of the Deadlands
Book SynopsisChernobyl 1986. Those left behind must fight to survive.Trade Review‘Insightful and entertaining, this is animal storytelling at its best.’ New Zealand Listener'This wonderful novel deserves to receive the literary equivalent of the starlight barking to ensure it’s read by all.' Times'This book! It broke my heart and then splintered it back together again. Imagine Watership Down meets The Animals of Farthing Wood but fiercer.' Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear‘This visceral story of heartbreak and survival, complemented by Robinson’s sharp images, has the memorable feel of a classic such as White Fang or Watership Down.’ Guardian, Best children’s and YA books of 2022‘A dog’s eye perspective that’s so vivid you can almost taste the earthworms.’ FT, YA Book of the YearA multilayered tale of loss and renewal with elements both topical and universal.’ Kirkus Reviews'A fabulous and unsentimental tale… This tells of courage, of loss, of survival against the odds, and ultimately of a hope that brings some meaning to life… The narrative is pacy, beautifully written, and with very well considered description to bring the story to life. This is a great read and an inspiring story.’ School Librarian Editor’s Pick‘A heart-rending odyssey about love between dog and girl.' New Statesman, Book of the Year'A powerful and beautifully illustrated book about the bond between Natasha and her puppy Zoyu.’ Irish Examiner, Book of the Year‘Beautifully written and emotionally devastating.’ Bookseller, Most Anticipated Children’s & YA titles 2022‘Steeped in Richard Adams’ Plague Dogs and Watership Down, yet wearing all the hallmarks of Barry Hines at his finest, Dogs of the Deadlands is a wonderful thing. It moved me and stayed with me for an awfully long time.’ Phil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls‘A truly unforgettable tale of hope in the wilderness. This story feels classic, timeless. It will be read and read and read and loved by so many readers for a long time to come.’ Keith Gray, author of Ostrich Boys‘I was completely blown away by this brilliant, beautiful story. I was propelled back to reading Watership Down as an eight year old – this gave me that same feeling of having been indelibly changed by a story. It's a rare and special thing for a book to do.’ Catherine Bruton, author of No Ballet Shoes in Syria‘Raw, unflinching, and blisteringly well written, Dogs of the Deadlands is already certain to be one of my books of the year! Just WOW.’ A. M. Howell, author of The Garden of Lost Secrets‘Extraordinary – exciting, brutal, heartbreaking, it carries you along with every howl, every bite and every moment of joy. Wonderful!’ Alastair Chisholm, author of Orion Lost‘This is a powerful novel about how people’s lives can change in an instant, and how the animals affected by human disaster learn to survive… a tense, thought-provoking drama whose descriptions of animal life are reminiscent of Watership Down. Rock the Boat is publishing a sumptuous hardback edition.’ Charlotte Eyre, Bookseller, One to Watch‘Loved Dogs of the Deadlands – swept along by the story – powerful telling of dogs’ survival in the wilds against the backdrop of Chernobyl and the spaces humans left behind.’ Gill Lewis, author of A Street Dog Named Pup‘The dogs’ behaviour is convincingly authentic… A phenomenal story of survival despite, and because of, the desolation of a modern nuclear fallout.’ Simon Barrett, Armadillo Magazine‘A story about hope… a story that never lets up in excitement and overall engagement from start to finish.’ Books for Keeps, 5* review‘The devastation the explosion caused is hauntingly described… There is, though, a lot of hope here too.’ Literary Review‘Underscores the dangers of nuclear power plants and their catastrophic effects on pets and wildlife when problems arise like the Chernobyl meltdown. A story that will linger in the mind and memory of its young readers...' Midwest Book Review‘This gripping and unusual tale… A remarkable and intimate story of loyalty and love, resilience, survival and hope.’ BookTrustPraise for Anthony McGowan: ‘The Carnegie medal winner McGowan is superb at stories about children who do not have all the advantages.’ Sunday Times ‘McGowan's prose is beautiful in its brevity and devastating in its emotional impact.’ Bookseller
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Floris Books The Boy with the Bronze Axe
Book SynopsisSet in the Stone Age village of Skara Brae on Orkney. A strange boy arrives in the village with a sharp axe of a type never seen before. Conflict soon arises, and a deadly storm threatens the village.Trade Review'This is a fascinating story about a stone-age village on Orkney and their struggle to deal with new technology and ways of thinking. An ideal read for history fans.'-- Fiona Petrie, Waterstone's Guide to Children's Books'As stories about the Stone Age communities are not that plentiful, teachers of the Y3 UK new national curriculum might struggle to find something that will appeal. This is a good story about Skara Brae and the changes that affect a community as it moves from one type of culture base to another. It is not a 'horrible history' type of book but a genuine fiction that children enjoy following. Thumbs up from Year 3 so far!'-- Teacher review (via Amazon.co.uk)'10 to 14-year-olds will get excited about The Boy With the Bronze Axe, set in prehistoric times.'-- Greenock Telegraph, June 2005'A brilliant story.'-- Jack, age 8, Education Otherwise'A classic children's tale -- a new generation of readers will enjoy this story.'-- The Scots Magazine, June 2005'I work at Skara Brae here in Orkney and my most frequently asked question is "Do you have The Boy with the Bronze Axe?"'-- Diana Potter, Skara Brae'I lived 45 minutes from Skara Brae and read this book as a kid. It's a book that conjures up so many different emotions for a young reader. Four stars.'-- amazon.com reader review'I read this book at the age of 10. It was my first novel about prehistoric times and lead me to buying many more as I got older. Great for children with an interest in archaeology or history. Five stars.'-- amazon.com reader review'Excellent details of prehistoric life are presented. Honor, gratitude and hatred combine to create an interesting read for middle-school students.'-- amazon.com reader review
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Be Bold Baby Oprah
Book SynopsisBe Bold, Baby is the board book series that introduces little ones to the inspiring heroines of our time!Celebrate Oprah Winfrey’s most motivational and powerful moments, with quotes from the media mogul, and vibrant illustrations by Alison Oliver (Moon; BabyLit series.) Be encouraging. Be brilliant. Be you. Each book ends with a mirror! Look for the companion volume, Be Bold, Baby: Michelle Obama.
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Simon & Schuster Ltd The Hare Who Wouldnt Share
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Simon & Schuster Ltd Robin
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Arcturus Publishing Ltd Technology for Curious Kids
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Hey Duggee Duggees Bedtime Rhymes
Book SynopsisFind all your favourite bedtime rhymes in this cute and colourful board book with 8 tabs. To join in the fun, pick a tab, open the page and sing along with Duggee and all his friends. You'll be ready for bed in no time with these classic nursery rhymes!Don't miss these other amazing Duggee books:Hey Duggee: Duggee and the Squirrels: Tabbed board bookHey Duggee: Bedtime Little Library: Tabbed board bookHey Duggee: Duggee's Nursery Rhymes: Tabbed board bookHey Duggee is a BAFTA and Emmy award-winning animation about an adorable dog and his band of Squirrels. It airs in the UK daily on CBeebies and is available on iPlayer. Featuring the voice of comedian and presenter Alexander Armstrong, this warm and hilarious preschool CBeebies show encourages children to get out and about and be active. Join the Squirrel Club in this collection of story, activity and novelty books and earn your badges with the friendliest, funniest dog around!
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Walker Books Ltd AngloSaxon Boy
Book SynopsisAn action-packed Anglo-Saxon tale of one boy''s journey to the Battle of Hastings in 1066.The story of one Anglo-Saxon boy''s journey to the Battle of Hastings in 1066: Key Stage 2 History brought to life as battle-packed adventure.1065: Magnus is the son of Harold Godwinson, lord of the Southern Saxons and ruthlessly ambitious claimant to the throne of England. Overnight, Magnus finds himself cast centre-stage in the blood-soaked family feud that led to one of history's most famous battles. This is the family tragedy behind 1066: live it with Magnus, as the wolves of history close in on his Anglo-Saxon boyhood.Trade ReviewIn pacey prose for 8-10s, Tony Bradman’s Anglo-Saxon Boy lays out the adventures that befall Magnus, son of Harold Godwinson, in the run-up to the Battle of Hastings. It is underpinned by historical fact (Magnus existed), and includes, satisfyingly, a grandmother who leads troops, as the story chronicles the making of a warrior. -- Nicolette Jones * The Sunday Times Culture magazine *“The action is fast-paced and the historic detail accurate. The reader is swept along with Magnus as his quest continues. Most know what happened to Harold, but this book explores why. The ending does not disappoint.” * Historical Novel Society *Featured in a piece written by Tony Bradman in The School Librarian. * The School Librarian *
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Scholastic Oliver Twist
Book SynopsisThe story of orphaned Oliver, who runs away from the workhouse onlyto be taken in by a den of thieves and plunged into a dark criminalunderworld of vivid and memorable characters - the arch-villainFagin, the artful Dodger, the menacing Bill Sikes and kind-heartedNancy.
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Hachette Children's Group Gallagher Girls Id Tell You I Love You But Then
Book SynopsisGallagher Academy might claim to be a school for geniuses - but it''s really a school for spies. Cammie Morgan is fluent in fourteen languages and capable of killing a man in seven different ways (three of which involve a piece of uncooked spaghetti). But the one thing the Gallagher Academy hasn''t prepared her for is what to do when she falls for an ordinary boy who thinks she''s an ordinary girl. Sure, she can tap his phone, hack into his computer, and track him through a mall without his ever being the wiser, but can Cammie have a normal relationship with a boy who can never know the truth about her?Trade ReviewIf ever there were a new series chock full of characters to make Harry, Ron, Hermione et al look like wimps, then this is it. * thebookbag.co.uk *A great guilty pleasure read for those of you out there who also harbour secret dreams of becoming a spy, or even those who just want a light-hearted break from studying for their exams. Go out, grab a copy, step out of your reality bubble and enjoy! * Teen Today *A short, fun, fast-moving book. * INIS *This book is absolutely incredible. * Teen Titles *I couldn't put it down. * Katie, 15 *I was so excited when I got this book I read it in 24 hours...11/10! * Toya, 14 *Tore through it in like 4 days, and really loved it. It's a nice guilty pleasure. * Aime, 15 *Best book in the world. * Ellie, 13 *Entertaining and witty... refreshing * Southern Daily Echo *Ally Carter is an author that you simply can't miss. * Gripped into Books *Fast paced and suspense-building, this witty novel is enthralling. * Lincolnshire Echo *Carter really digs deep and expresses the life of not just a teenage spy, but also a teenage girl. Amazing 5/5. Siobhan Heagney yr 7 pupil at Kenton School Newcastle * Newcastle Evening Chronicle *Fast-paced, funny and action-packed. * tBk Magazine *Funny... great story... five out of five stars. * WRD Magazine *If ever there were a new series chock full of characters to make Harry, Ron, Hermione et al look like wimps, then this is it. * thebookbag.co.uk *Ally Carter's stories are a must for any teenage girl's bookshelf. Amazing. 5/5 * Newcastle Evening Chronicle *A great guilty pleasure read for those of you out there who also harbour secret dreams of becoming a spy, or even those who just want a light-hearted break from studying for their exams. Go out, grab a copy, step out of your reality bubble and enjoy! * Teen Today *A short, fun, fast-moving book. * INIS *This book is absolutely incredible. * Teen Titles *I couldn't put it down. * Katie, 15 *I was so excited when I got this book I read it in 24 hours...11/10! * Toya, 14 *Tore through it in like 4 days, and really loved it. It's a nice guilty pleasure. * Aime, 15 *Best book in the world. * Ellie, 13 *Entertaining and witty... refreshing * Southern Daily Echo *Ally Carter is an author that you simply can't miss. * Gripped into Books *Fast paced and suspense-building, this witty novel is enthralling. * Lincolnshire Echo *Carter really digs deep and expresses the life of not just a teenage spy, but also a teenage girl. Amazing 5/5. Siobhan Heagney yr 7 pupil at Kenton School Newcastle * Newcastle Evening Chronicle *Fast-paced, funny and action-packed. * tBk Magazine *Funny... great story... five out of five stars. * WRD Magazine *
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Hachette Children's Group Katie In London
Book SynopsisCome on a magical tour with Katie and discover London''s most famous sights!When Katie and her brother Jack visit London with Grandma, something very unexpected happens . . . One of the Trafalgar Square lions comes to life and takes them on a wonderful tour of all the best sights! Including Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben and the London Eye.''London comes to life in this magical adventure'' - Independent Featuring many of London''s key landmarks, this storybook has become a bestselling introduction to London, and is perfect for children visiting the city for the first time.Trade ReviewMingles fantasy with information most successfully ... pushing at the boundaries between the real world and the world of the imagination ... Colourful and extremely detailed illustrations add greatly to the appeal of the book * Books For Keeps *Lovely * Daily Mail *Mayhew's illustrations are stunning, with amazing detail ... there is so much to see and spot on each double spread ... a wonderful introduction to the city of London ... a lovely read indeed * Library Mice *London comes to life in this magical adventure * THE INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY *So much to see on each page spread that children will be enthralled and wrapped up in this book for many readings and re-readings ... Brilliant stuff * ReaditDaddy *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Quidditch Through the Ages
Book SynopsisA perennial bestseller in the wizarding world and one of the most popular books in the Hogwarts School library, Quidditch Through the Ages contains all you will ever need to know about the history, the rules and the breaking of the rules of the noble sport of Quidditch. Packed with fascinating facts, this definitive guide by the esteemed Quidditch writer Kennilworthy Whisp charts the game's history from its early origins in the medieval mists on Queerditch Marsh, through to the modern-day sport loved by so many wizard and Muggle families around the world. With comprehensive coverage of famous Quidditch teams, the commonest fouls, the development of racing brooms, and much more, this is a must-have sporting bible for all Harry Potter fans, Quidditch lovers and players, whether the weekend amateur or the seasoned Chudley Cannons season-ticket holder. This brand new edition of the most famous sports book in the wizarding world pairs J.K. Rowling's original text, wiTrade ReviewAnyone who plays or watches Quidditch regularly will relish Mr Whisp's book * Albus Dumbledore *A veritable treasure trove of hitherto unknown facts about the sport of warlocks * Bathilda Bagshot, author of A HISTORY OF MAGIC *A thoroughly enjoyable book; Quidditch fans are sure to find it both instructive and entertaining * Which Broomstick? *
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Abrams The Questioneers Whats That Colour
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Hachette Children's Group How to Train Your Dragon How to Fight a Dragons
Book SynopsisRead the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films! Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup''s father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero. It is the Doomsday of Yule. At the end of this day, either the humans or the dragons will face extinction. Alvin the Treacherous is about to be crowned the King of the Wilderwest on the island of Tomorrow. His reign of terror will begin with the destruction of dragons everywhere.The fate of the dragon world lies in the hands of one young boy: Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third. If Hiccup can''t beat Alvin the Treacherous then the entire human AND dragon race will become extinct. The time has come to prove himself, once and for all. Will Hiccup - with the help of his friends FishlTrade ReviewThere is a deep humanity to the novel's resolution, which understands that endings are not really endings at all, and that life contains a mixture of the good, the evil and the just plain ordinary. The best children's books make the world magical. As every child looks for Narnia in the back of a wardrobe, so I hope that, for years to come, children will see dragons all around them. How to fight a dragon's fury is a resounding finale, full of fire and smoke, love, honour and old fashioned thrills. It's a triumph. -- Philip Womack * The Daily Telegraph *Very funny * Evening Echo (Cork) *Praise for the series: Cressida Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books fill every spread with scales and fangs and typographical jeux d'esprit * The Independent *I am really sad this series has ended because it's my absolute favourite series. I have enjoyed all of Hiccup's adventures and really wish dragons were real; I would love to go into my garden and discover a Riproarer or maybe a triple-headed Deadly Shadow * The Guardian *Brilliantly written * Woman’s Way *An epic finale -- Noah Sanders, aged 10 * Northern Scot Midweek Extra *There are some really touching moments alongside rip roaring adventure...I am going to really miss Hiccup's dragon Toothless * South Wales Evening Post *Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books stand out not only for their humour, excitement, and startlingly vivid descriptive language, but also, more surprisingly, for their profound meditations on complex political, historical, emotional and moral themes. They incite children to reason and to question, and inspire their imagination and inquisitiveness. * Philosophy Now Magazine *Cowell still writes these with pep and inventiveness * The Daily Telegraph *If your child's already a fan they'll devour this in a few hours; if not, cancel all Christmas plans and prepare for some mammoth reading sessions * The School Run *My children's book of the year... [How to Train Your Dragon] has kept a consistent flow of brilliant characters, jokes, stylish writing, illustrations and ideas - and the finale is tremendous. Her geeky, once-despised Viking hero, Hiccup, saves humanity (and dragons) from certain doom in an unpredictable, satisfying way. This series is one of the greatest ever written for those between eight and 12. Buy them all and your holidays will be blessed with perfect peace. -- Amanda Craig * The New Statesman *Wihtout question, Cowell has crafted a modern classic. The world she has created, throwing readers back into a time when dragons and humans inhabited the same place, is every bit as consuming and deep as Harry's in Hogwarts ... And so the fight -- part Doctor Who, part biblical epic -- begins.gripping, a worthy end to something very special * The Big Issue *Cressida Cowell won the Philosophy Now prize this year ... it turns out that the adventures of Hiccup, the Heroes and the dragons raise big questions about courage, parent-child relationships, friendship, bullying, what is means to be a boy and particularly, what is truly valuable. This opens with a sock-it-to-'em chapter and builds from there * The Sunday Times *This book is awesome; a truly fitting finale for such an amazing series * The guardian.com *Flaming good * Daily Express *The future is in the hands of a popular hero, Hiccup, who'll make you laugh along the way. Superb illustrations, too. * Chase *The story is full of excitement, danger, magic and triumph. This tremendous final adventure for Hiccup and his dragons is unmissable * The Week Junior *[Toothless] is the world's most adorable dragon, and there are probably very few who would argue that * Express.co.uk *With a story that soars and dips, twists and turns like a dragon's flight path, this is the brilliant final episode in a series that belongs on the bookshelves of every child who loves a turbulent thriller of a take * Daily Record *If your children haven't discovered these brilliant stories yet, they're missing a trick. * Daily Express *Now out in paperback is How to Fight a Dragon's Fury, the 12th and last in the series of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III's hilariously haphazard instruction manuals on how to be a hero the hard way * Evening Echo (Cork) *This is my favourite book ever! It's about different types of dragons, how they behave and how to find them! ... I adore this book so much that I couldn't stop reading it! * The guardian.com *There is a deep humanity to the novel's resolution, which understands that endings are not really endings at all, and that life contains a mixture of the good, the evil and the just plain ordinary. The best children's books make the world magical. As every child looks for Narnia in the back of a wardrobe, so I hope that, for years to come, children will see dragons all around them. How to fight a dragon's fury is a resounding finale, full of fire and smoke, love, honour and old fashioned thrills. It's a triumph. -- Philip Womack * The Daily Telegraph *Cowell addresses some big issues in this magical and mysterious tale that is bound to become a modern classic * The Independent *Very funny * Evening Echo (Cork) *Praise for the series: Cressida Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books fill every spread with scales and fangs and typographical jeux d'esprit * The Independent *I am really sad this series has ended because it's my absolute favourite series. I have enjoyed all of Hiccup's adventures and really wish dragons were real; I would love to go into my garden and discover a Riproarer or maybe a triple-headed Deadly Shadow * The Guardian *Brilliantly written * Woman’s Way *An epic finale -- Noah Sanders, aged 10 * Northern Scot Midweek Extra *There are some really touching moments alongside rip roaring adventure...I am going to really miss Hiccup's dragon Toothless * South Wales Evening Post *Cowell's How to Train Your Dragon books stand out not only for their humour, excitement, and startlingly vivid descriptive language, but also, more surprisingly, for their profound meditations on complex political, historical, emotional and moral themes. They incite children to reason and to question, and inspire their imagination and inquisitiveness. * Philosophy Now Magazine *Cowell still writes these with pep and inventiveness * The Daily Telegraph *If your child's already a fan they'll devour this in a few hours; if not, cancel all Christmas plans and prepare for some mammoth reading sessions * The School Run *My children's book of the year... [How to Train Your Dragon] has kept a consistent flow of brilliant characters, jokes, stylish writing, illustrations and ideas - and the finale is tremendous. Her geeky, once-despised Viking hero, Hiccup, saves humanity (and dragons) from certain doom in an unpredictable, satisfying way. This series is one of the greatest ever written for those between eight and 12. Buy them all and your holidays will be blessed with perfect peace. -- Amanda Craig * The New Statesman *Wihtout question, Cowell has crafted a modern classic. The world she has created, throwing readers back into a time when dragons and humans inhabited the same place, is every bit as consuming and deep as Harry's in Hogwarts ... And so the fight -- part Doctor Who, part biblical epic -- begins.gripping, a worthy end to something very special * The Big Issue *Cressida Cowell won the Philosophy Now prize this year ... it turns out that the adventures of Hiccup, the Heroes and the dragons raise big questions about courage, parent-child relationships, friendship, bullying, what is means to be a boy and particularly, what is truly valuable. This opens with a sock-it-to-'em chapter and builds from there * The Sunday Times *This book is awesome; a truly fitting finale for such an amazing series * The guardian.com *Flaming good * Daily Express *The future is in the hands of a popular hero, Hiccup, who'll make you laugh along the way. Superb illustrations, too. * Chase *The story is full of excitement, danger, magic and triumph. This tremendous final adventure for Hiccup and his dragons is unmissable * The Week Junior *[Toothless] is the world's most adorable dragon, and there are probably very few who would argue that * Express.co.uk *With a story that soars and dips, twists and turns like a dragon's flight path, this is the brilliant final episode in a series that belongs on the bookshelves of every child who loves a turbulent thriller of a take * Daily Record *If your children haven't discovered these brilliant stories yet, they're missing a trick. * Daily Express *Now out in paperback is How to Fight a Dragon's Fury, the 12th and last in the series of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III's hilariously haphazard instruction manuals on how to be a hero the hard way * Evening Echo (Cork) *This is my favourite book ever! It's about different types of dragons, how they behave and how to find them! ... I adore this book so much that I couldn't stop reading it! * The guardian.com *
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Hachette Children's Group Little Business Books Growth
Book SynopsisIn the real world business have ups and downs. Follow twelve cute animals as they each run a business and find out why growth is great for business and for their own social and emotional development, too. Alongside introducing young readers to what business is and how they are run, readers will find out that great things can happen when you are open to growth. Each scenario covers a business topic. For example Leon Lion learns about making a plan and Omar Owl learns about taking risks. Other animals find out that problem solving, listening or working together, help their businesses to succeed, showing readers that the keys to business success are also brilliant life skills that can help them grow, too.With adorable illustrations and written in consultation with a highly experienced business author and multinational business advisor, the Little Business Books series introduces core business concepts to the entrepreneurs and business leaders of the futur
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Hachette Children's Group Little Steps Manners
Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Mei as she finds out about manners and takes little steps towards having great manners at home, at school - or anywhere!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.
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Union Square Kids The Black Market
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Hachette Children's Group Professor Hoots Science Comics Dinosaurs
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms
Book SynopsisPercy Jackson meets Black Panther - this blockbuster middle-grade fantasy adventure is perfect for fans of Amari and the Night Brothers. Cameron Battle grew up reading The Book of Chidani, cherishing stories about the fabled kingdom that cut itself off from the world to save the Igbo people from danger. Passed down over generations, the Book is Cameron’s only connection to his parents, who disappeared one fateful night two years ago. Ever since, his grandmother has kept the Book locked away, but it calls to Cameron. When he and his best friends, Zion and Aliyah, decide to open it again, they are magically transported to Chidani. Instead of a land of beauty and wonder, they find a kingdom in extreme danger, as the queen’s sister seeks to destroy the barrier between worlds. The people of Chidani have been waiting for the last Descendant to return and save them … but is Cameron ready to be the hero they need? Inspired by West African and Igbo history and mythology, this adventure-filled fantasy introduces readers to Cameron Battle as he begins his journey to greatness.Trade ReviewAtmospheric, absorbing and twisty, with great voices and so many original ideas. I loved this breath-taking adventure, and it’s such a treat to see Igbo people centred! * Clare Weze *Full of exhilarating action scenes and fabulous magic, this book will sweep you away! * Stephanie Burgis *Gripping and fast-this is also a novel that foregrounds acceptance and queerness via the emotional tenderness between tweenage boys * Observer *Packed full of action and adventure, this is a book that readers of fantasy aged 9 and above will find wholly engrossing … With echoes of Jumanji, Black Panther and the Narnia series, this would be a great choice for readers who are not yet old enough for Children of Blood and Bone * BookTrust *Perry has written an action-packed fantasy with Igbo and other African mythology ... This title is a must-read for fans of Kwame Mbalia's Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky. * Booklist *The way it draws on Igbo mythology gives it a particular power and this is a heartfelt story of legacy, loss and the power of perseverance with a strong cast of characters * Books for Keeps *Inspired by West-African and Igbo mythology, this is Percy Jackson meets Black Panther in a blockbuster middle-grade adventure * Pen & Inc *A wonderfully exciting book full of adventure and heart ... perfect for any middle grade fan who is seeking awesome action * PaperBound Magazine *
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Pan Macmillan Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret: Now a
Book SynopsisRead the hilarious coming-of-age classic! Judy Blume's Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret is now a major film starring Rachel McAdams and Abby Ryder Fortson.Meet Margaret. She's going through all the same things most teenage girls have to face; fitting in, friendship and first bras.Life isn't easy for Margaret. She's moved away from her childhood home, she's starting a new school, finding new friends – and she's convinced she's not normal.For a start she hasn't got a clue whether she wants to be Jewish like her father or Christian like her mother. Everyone else seems really sure of who they are.And, worst of all, she's a 'late developer'. She just knows that all her friends are going to need a bra before she does. It's too embarrassing to talk to her parents about these things.So she talks to God instead – and waits for an answer . . .Trade ReviewIt's a book for us girls whatever age we may be to read and connect with everything that's going on in it. * thebookgeekwearspajamas.co.uk *Funny and thought provoking. * booksteensandmagazines.com *A great book and trip down memory lane. * jilllovestoread.blogspot.co.uk *This book is still as wonderful and magical as it was when I was 12! * NetGalley Reviewer *Blume’s iconic coming-of-age novel-and certainly one of the most beloved books of my own girlhood . . . -- The Bookseller
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Pan Macmillan Just One of Those Days
Book SynopsisA wonderfully warm and relatable story from the brilliant Jill Murphy, who has sold over 4 million books featuring the much-loved Bear Family, and a charming, long-awaited third story to follow classic picture books Peace at Last and Whatever Next!Mr and Mrs Bear wake up late. It's raining outside, and Baby Bear is late for nursery. Then Mrs Bear sits on her glasses at work and Mr Bear spills his coffee! Oh dear – it seems this is just going to be one of those days! But the loveable Bear family muddle through cheerfully, and there's even a surprise for Baby Bear when Mr Bear gets home from work.With all the hallmarks of an instant firm favourite, Just One of Those Days is a big-hearted story about a family day, which parents and children everywhere will relate to. Full of satisfying repetition and rhythm and delightful illustrations, Just One of Those Days is a must-have for all Jill Murphy fans, old and new.The paperback edition of the Top 10 Bestselling picture book."Murphy's acute observation of family life continues to delight both children and adults." - Guardian and Online"Full of gentle humour and astute observations of human behaviour." - The BooksellerTrade ReviewMurphy returns to the lovable Bear family of Peace at Last and Whatever Next for a third slice of family life, in which the Bears have had a day we can all identify with - in lockdown more than ever, I suspect. Peace at Last may have been published more than 40 years ago, but the story of the Bears remains as warm and relatable as ever, full of gentle humor and astute observations of human behavior. Delicious. * The Bookseller *Jill Murphy, the author of mum-championing classics such as Peace at Last, has brought out her first picture book for 40 years. It describes the sort of day any family can relate to: baby bear is late for nursery, mummy bear breaks her glasses, and daddy bear spills his coffee at work. The carpe diem sentiment is distilled through Murphy’s lovely rhyme and repetition * The Times and Syndicates *In more down-to-earth vein, from earlier in the autumn, Jill Murphy’s Just One of Those Days (Macmillan) features the beloved Bear family on a day fraught with mishaps – spilled coffee, squashed glasses, nursery quarrels – followed by consolatory shared pizza and the reflection that it was, after all, just one of those days. Murphy’s acute observation of family life continues to delight both children and adults * Guardian and Online *Just One of Those Days by Jill Murphy, published this year, is a gentle account of a bear family's day * Irish Independent *A new picture book from such a heavyweight in the children's literature world is cause for excitement, and this wonderful new instalment in the 'Bear family' series, joining those favorite classics, Peace at Last and Whatever Next, does not disappoint. This is a story that will resonate with all parents of small children...Parents and children will relate to the depiction of ordinary family life and routines, and children will enjoy the familiar cozy illustrations of the Bear family * School Librarian *Jill Murphy’s delightful return to the Bear family from Peace at Last is full of her stunning full-page color artwork which perfectly depicts the trials and tribulations of daily life with little ones. This time, it’s the day after a sleepless night (or at least, probably a disturbed night) and what that looks like for tired mums, dads and preschoolers who nevertheless still have to go to work and Nursery * BookTrust *
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Pan Macmillan A Treasury of Ballet Stories
Book SynopsisCaryl Hart is a full-time children's writer, who enjoys running creative events and workshops at schools, libraries and festivals. Before writing A Treasury of Ballet Stories, her first picture book, Don't Dip Your Chips in Your Drink, Kate! won two regional awards, and was shortlisted for a third. Her Princess series, illustrated by Sarah Warburton, has sold over 220,000 copies worldwide. She lives in Sheffield with her husband and two daughters and a dog called Roo. When she's not writing she can be spotted hiking in the Peak District with Roo, swimming, chatting and sitting in cafes with a well-earned pot of tea.Briony May Smith grew up in Sandhurst in Berkshire, playing in the garden with her younger brother and sister. She studied Illustration at Falmouth University, where she graduated with a 1st Class BA (Hons) and was Highly Commended for the Macmillan Children's book prize in 2013 and 2014. She has worked on concept art and character designs for animation and advertising and her books have been translated into over 20 languages. She now lives in Devon, where she is constantly inspired by her rural surroundings and beautiful coastline. Her work day mainly consists of writing, drawing and illustrating beautiful things like A Treasury of Ballet Stories, interrupted only when her dog, Finbar, demands his walk.
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Seven Stories Press,U.S. Atty At Law
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Hardie Grant Children's Publishing Where is Claris in Rome
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£6.99
Sweet Cherry Publishing The Road to Oz
Book SynopsisPrincess Ozma’s birthday celebration is set to be the most magnificent party of all time, and everybody who’s anybody in Oz is desperate for an invitation. As for Dorothy and her friends, lost out in the lands beyond the Deadly Desert, they must use their heads and discover a way to get back to the Emerald City if they are to be in attendance on this most special occasion. But will they manage to get there in time? Book 5 of the 15 book series by L. Frank Baum. Journey through the magical world of Oz with Dorothy and friends with these beloved timeless classics.Trade Review"It was great fun to go back and revisit the story of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz through this amazing book… The book cover illustration is fantastic, very pleasing to the eye and great for kids. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz deserves no less than 5 out of 5 stars.” - Rachel Bustin, Parenting blogger
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Floris Books Skye the Puffling: A Wee Puffin Board Book
Book SynopsisEveryone's favourite puffling is ready for adventure in a beautiful new board book edition, especially for wee hands.One morning Skye, the cheeky baby puffin, sneaks out of her parents' burrow, tumbles off the cliff edge and accidentally lands on a passing gannet's back! Skye's thrilling journey takes her to the Bass Rock in the Firth of Forth where she meets a host of Scottish bird life. But she's missing her parents...Written in Lynne Rickards' signature rhyme, this charming story features dynamic watercolour illustrations of Scottish sealife and a very cute puffling!The adorable companion to the best-selling Harris the Hero, is now available as a board book with a story specially abridged for sharing with toddlers.Trade ReviewPraise for the paperback edition:'A nicely told adventure story for children up to the age of four or five.'-- BBC Wildlife Magazine'The rhyming text works well and carries the story along at the right pace. It would be particularly suitable for reading aloud. I am particularly fond of the area of Scotland surrounding the Bass Rock and thought that Jon Mitchell's watercolour illustrations really did it justice, but it is in his portrayal of Scottish sea life that these delightful illustrations really stand out. I particularly liked the attention to detail given to gannets, and Skye is just adorable!'-- School Library Association'This is a sweet picture book, especially for children who love puffins and birds.'-- Youth Services Book Review
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