Children & Teen Books

Book SynopsisRelive the enchanting story of when ordinary girl Sophia Mendoza first meets her magical unicorn, Wildstar, in this brand-new storybook! Join Sophia on the most magical adventure of a lifetime as she first arrives on Unicorn Island to become a Unicorn Rider and bonds with her very own unicorn. But with the evil Queen Ravenzella back on the island, will Sophia and Wildstar's bond be strong enough to stop her destroying everything they love? Packed with beautiful pictures from the hit Netflix show on every page, this is the perfect book for the youngest fans of Unicorn Academy to enjoy Sophia and Wildstar's story again and again. Based on the original New York Times bestselling chapter book series by Julie Sykes and Linda Chapman and illustrated by Lucy Truman. Ride towards your destiny and discover more magical adventures at Unicorn Academy:Unicorn Academy: Sophia's Invitation (Book 1, Fiction 7+ Chapter Book) Unicorn Academy: Sticker Activity BookUnicorn Academy: Colouring BookUnicorn Academy: The Magical GuideUnicorn Academy: The Hidden Temple and Other Stories (Book 1, Illustrated Fiction, 5+)

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Book SynopsisAstrid has always loved the stars and space. "I want to be an astronaut!" she says. While Mama is away, Papa and Astrid have fun acting out the challenges an astronaut faces on a space mission - eating food from a tube, doing science experiments, living and sleeping in near-zero gravity. Astrid can do it all! Then it's time to meet Mama at the airbase. But where has Mama been?Trade Review"Gorgeously illustrated and beautifully paced, this empowering and heartwarming story delivers a wonderful surprise at the end." * Children's Books Ireland *"Delightful and educational." * Book Trust - Books We Love *"A diverse and aspirational picture book, radiating positivity and parental love...All the elements of this book will be sure to get Early Years children excited. A great read-aloud to the class for those looking for a bit more to discuss." * Just Imagine *"This delightful story brings space travel up close for young children, and has a special surprise ending!" * Summer Reading Challenge *"This lovely early-years picture book explores Astrid’s passion within a domestic sphere as she explores the every day with her father, thinking about how what they are doing relates to outer space – eating meals, discussing gravity, science experiments and more. There’s a neat twist at the end – the mum comes home from her job as an astronaut. Black-outlined colourful illustrations set this book firmly within preschool territory, with a lovely timeline of women in space at the back." * Minerva Reads *"A story full of tenderness and adventure...This gentle picture book with distinctive earthy illustrations is a lovely read-aloud for Reception/Year 1 with a wonderful inclusive message at its heart, supported by the mini fact-files about female and BAME astronauts at the end." * Books for Topics *"A very encouraging story, and Ken Wilson-Max’s illustrations, with their textured look, are as delightful as ever." * Books for Keeps *"Seek this book out, it's great...an enjoyable, diverse read." * Mama Filz *"Lovely story." * Parents in Touch *"This book will enable children and parents to talk with each other and build stories an pictures around all sorts of space travel." * DolphinBooks - the blog *"A delightful combination of imaginative play and inspiring role model from a much-loved author-illustrator." -- Imogen Russell Williams * Guardian *"Lovely, big, bold illustrations." * Angels and Urchins *"With bold, strong pictures this story has a surprise for its reader...and has plenty of interesting facts... A delight to read." * Armadillo *"Simply and beautifully told...A smashing book for young space enthusiasts and perhaps to share on Father's Day." * Red Reading Hub *"A delightful and educational book for young readers interested in space travel, with colourful illustrations, large-print text, fun facts, diverse characters and heartfelt father-daughter interactions." * Booktrust Great Books of the Year 2020 *"A wonderful picture book for encouraging children to believe they can do anything. It's a beautifully tender portrait of a father-daughter relationship, with lots of playful games and activities to share - and an empowering ending." -- Jane Porter * Book Trust recommends *"Astro Girl is an incredibly lovely story, featuring a family dynamic and historical references (both to women in history but particularly to black women in history) that I’d personally love to see more of in children’s literature. A fantastic celebration of #BlackJoy #strongwomen and #supportivedads" -- The Picture Book Box * via Instagram *"A simply told but inspiring picture book for all young and aspiring astronauts. Astrid truly believes she is capable of anything an astronaut does and spends her days dreaming of what can be. With the most inspirational hero in her life, maybe her dreams will come true." * Books for Bugs *"This picture book is an exploration of a young child’s connection to space travel, enhanced by educational facts about female astronauts. Lovely use of close-ups, perspective, colour and humour conveys emotion, joy and togetherness. The honest and tender storyline is complemented by eye-catching details and bold backgrounds. It's a great book for little STEM explorers." * Inclusive Books for Children *

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling The Colour Monster series and author-illustrator talent, Anna Llenas, comes a new mindfulness activity book packed with 45 mandalas to colour in!What do you do when your emotions overwhelm you and you don't know how to control them? Or when you feel upset but can't figure out why? Join the Colour Monster and discover how to express your emotions through art. On your journey towards calm, these mandalas, full of shapes and colour, will help you to connect with yourself and find your inner peace again.Using Anna Llenas' recognisable and accessible artwork in black and white form, dive into a book of beautiful and calming mandalas to colour. The perfect way to destress and help regulate emotions for children (and adults, too). Once completed, the mandalas can be removed from the book by the perforated edge and displayed for all to enjoy!Join the Colour Monster in his other adventures: The Colour Monster, The Colour Monster Goes to School and The Colour Monster The Feelings Doctor and the Emotions Toolkit.

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Book SynopsisKirsteen Robson (Author) Kirsteen Robson joined Usborne in 1997 with a background in music, education, and Christian publishing. She has written and edited over 300 Usborne titles, from dictionaries and encyclopedias to activity books with flaps, stickers and sounds. She loves the challenge of writing about anything from aardvarks to zombies.Sam Smith (Author) Sam grew up in Buckinghamshire, falling off various bicycles before reading books and making up his own stories about more competent heroes. After studying English at Cambridge University, he joined Usborne in 2013, and now writes titles ranging from fold-out solar systems to maze books full of swashbuckling pirates. Sometimes, Sam cycles to work.

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Book SynopsisRide the Waves is packed full of fun and laughter as Lilo and Stitch hit the surf together

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Book SynopsisWho will rise to the top of The X in the ultimate Beyblade showdown?!

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Book SynopsisFrom the best-selling series comes Atlas of Ocean Adventures – a deep-dive through the world's oceans to discover strange creatures and the unique environments in which they live.Trade ReviewThe fifth book in the popular Atlas of Adventures series goes underwater, with infographics, maps and Lucy Letherland’s beautiful illustrations. Adventures include lunching on lanturnfish in Costa Rica, hunting with great whites in South Africa and crunching coral with parrotfish in Thailand. * The Sunday Times *Atlas of Ocean Adventures is a fantastic book that I would recommend for any young person who is keen to explore the amazing creatures that live in the world's oceans. The book is full of gorgeous illustrations that make you want to turn page after page. Through engaging explanations about how the animals live, eat, hunt and survive the reader can gain deeper insight into marine life. The book also draws attention to some of the key threats facing the marine environment at the current time and gives some ideas on how we can all help. * Helen Webb, Co-Founder, Sea-Changers *Set out on an ocean adventure with this beautiful atlas, which will take you travelling with leatherback turtles across the Pacific, ice-bathing with a walrus, and crunching coral with parrotfish in Thailand. Turn over the super-sized pages for plenty of facts as well as fabulous maps, infographics and illustrations. * The Week Junior *Table of ContentsEmbark on an undersea adventure PACIFIC OCEAN Aerial Acrobatics with the Spinner Dolphins, Hawaii Long-Haul Travel with the Leatherback Turtle, Mid-Pacific Snoozing with the Sea Otters, USA Lunching on Lanternfish, Costa Rica Gathering with the Hammerheads, Cocos Island Dancing with the Blue-Footed Boobies, Galápagos Islands Sheltering with the Clownfish, Australia Cracking Clams with the Tuskfish, Australia Hiding Away with the Sea Dragons, Australia Luring Prey with the Anglerfish, Mariana Trench ATLANTIC OCEAN Hunting with the Great White Sharks, South Africa Putting up a Fight with the Octopus, South Africa Stinging with the Man-of-War, Canary Islands Feasting with the Whale Sharks, Mexico Taking off with the Flying Fish, The Caribbean Rock-Hopping with the Sally Lightfoot Crabs, Brazil Migrating with the Magellanic Penguins, Argentina Coming Home with the Albatrosses, South Georgia Island INDIAN OCEAN Lurking with the Saltwater Crocodile, Andaman Islands Crunching Coral with the Parrotfish, Thailand Setting an Ambush with the Bobbit Worm, Indonesia Island Hopping with the White-Bellied Sea Eagle, Indonesia Putting on a Show with the Cuttlefish, Australia Puffing Up with the Porcupine Fish, The Maldives Launching with the Giant Trevallies, The Seychelles Giving Birth with the Seahorse, Madagascar SOUTHERN OCEAN Soaring with the Shearwaters, Auckland Islands Fighting with the Elephant Seals, South Orkney Islands Battling with the Colossal Squid, Ross Sea ARCTIC OCEAN Ice-Bathing with the Walrus, Svalbard Deep-Diving with the Thick-Billed Murre, Canada Journeying North with the Blue Whale, Greenland Oceans in Danger Can You Find? Index

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Book SynopsisCelebrate your little bookworm with this delightful peek-through board book! Featuring a range of cute and colourful characters, including smart cookies and spelling bees, this is the perfect way to share your love of words with your little one. An adorable addition to the bestselling You're My Little . . . series!

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Book SynopsisYoung Star Wars fans will love this collection of galactic activities.

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Book SynopsisA hilarious collection of hundreds of the funniest jokes for 8-year-olds.Why did the surfer blush?Because the sea weed.Why should you be careful when it’s raining cats and dogs?You might step in a poodle!What time should you go to the dentist?At tooth-hurty.Packed with over 300 knee-slapping jokes on monsters, history, holidays and much, much more. Designed to be easy to read with wonderfully silly illustrations for extra laughs, this is a te he he-larious collection that 8-year-olds will love.Also available in the Funny Kids Jokes series:9781780556260 Jokes for Funny Kids: 6 Year Olds 9781780556246 Jokes for Funny Kids: 7 Year Olds

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Book SynopsisThe No.1 football series - over 1 million copies sold! Sergio Ramos, the lionhearted captain of Real Madrid and Spain, is famous for his pace and strength in defence as well as his leadership on the field. Follow Sergio on his journey from Seville to the bright lights of the Bernabéu where he learned to become a team player and an ultimate football hero. This is the unofficial story of how he made it his mission to reach the top of his game to become one of the best defenders in the world. Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.

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Book SynopsisA wonderful portable edition of Millie Marotta's Tropical Wonderland from the the Sunday Times and international bestseller Millie Marotta. Lose yourself in a riot of colouring in and drawing as you bring the exotic creatures and plants in Millie Marotta’s tropical wonderland to life. Millie’s intricate style of illustration encourages you to make your own mark, whether it’s to add to the fine lines on trees or add a splash of colour to the feathers of a tropical parrot. Explore the rainforest further and you will find extraordinary flowers, birds, butterflies and reptiles, including a rainbow boa with shiny scales crying out for a touch of colour. This book will bring enjoyment to anyone who is looking for a creative outlet or a mindful and relaxing activity.Trade Review'Gorgeous, calming … zen-inducing' * PaperCrafter Magazine *'A wealth of inspiration for colouring enthusiasts.' * Gift Focus *'Full of intricate illustrations of things like tropical parrots, butterflies, reptiles and flowers, this is a great way to add some colour to your life! A great one to help you bring the outdoors to life.' * Woman and Home *

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Book SynopsisIt is Charlotte''s first night at boarding school, and as she''s settling down to sleep, she sees the corner of the new building from her window. But when she wakes up, instead of the building there is a huge, dark cedar tree, and the girl in the next bed is not the girl who slept there last night. Somehow, Charlotte has slipped back forty years to 1918 and has swapped places with a girl called Clare. Charlotte and Clare swap places ever night until one day Charlotte becomes trapped in 1918 and must find a way to return to her own time before the end of term.

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Book SynopsisMake a cute mini market with papercraft grocery packages.A supermarket that fits in the palm on your hand! (Well, almost.) Punch out the pages in this book to make an assortment of funny groceries, from cereal to cases of soda, and much more! Every package is decorated with detailed and whimsical branding full of klutzy puns and spoofs. Create 100 unique packages and then display them on the store shelves. This wire-o book contains, 12 pages of instructions, 16 sheets of package punch outs, 1 sheet of brown craft paper punch outs for grocery bags, 2 sheets of cardboard punch-outs for package filler, 1 sheet of clear double sided tape, 1 chipboard sheet to make the display shelf.

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Book SynopsisMatilda is a new girl at Pearl''s school, but there''s something really different and cool about her family she has TWO dads!Pearl is sure that Matilda''s family must be very different to her own but, as they become friends, she starts to discover that maybe Matilda''s family aren''t so different after all A funny and heart-warming tale featuring a same-sex parent family. This light-hearted story will open up discussion and encourage children to be open minded and inclusive. This charming tale of friendship is all about celebrating what makes us different and similar to one another and is perfect for sharing with children aged 3 years and up.Mel Elliott is a UK based artist and writer. She graduated from the Royal College of Art in 2007. She began designing fun, printed products and has grown her I Love Mel signature into a successful brand which has been featured in several media outlets. She is best known for her contemporary colouring books. Mel lives and works on the south coast of

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Book SynopsisTheme Park Adventure is the first title in the brand new Let''s Build! construction series for younger Minecrafters aged 6 and up.Have you ever wanted to build an entire theme park in Minecraft to enjoy with your friends? Well, now you can! Let construction expert Sparks from the official Minecraft magazine show you how to make everything from a classic carousel and a water flume to a haunted mansion ride and even an alternate dimensions rollercoaster. With her expert tips, creating a theme park will be easy!Collect all of the official Minecraft books to become the best Minecrafter you can be:Minecraft Guide to Exploration: 9781405285971Minecraft Guide to Creative: 9781405285988Minecraft Guide to Redstone: 9781405286008Minecraft Guide to the Nether and the End: 9781405285995Minecraft Guide to Enchantments and Potions: 9781405288958Minecraft Guide to Farming: 9781405290104Minecraft Blockopedia: 9781405273534Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress: 9781405284172Minecraft The Surviv

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Book SynopsisDress the dolls in swashbuckling outfits for a pirate party, butterfly and ladybird costumes for a bug ball, spooky Halloween outfits and lots more in this party-filled sticker book. There are over 300 stickers of clothes, accessories and party decorations to add to the pages, leading to hours of fun!

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Book SynopsisSarah Jose (author) is a science writer and editor, who left the botany laboratory to share her deep love of plants with the world. Dr Jose has previously collaborated on DK's beautiful book Flora: Inside the Secret World of Plants.Chris Clennett (consultant) is a professional horticulturist and botanist. Dr Clennett has written books, scientific papers, and plant profiles, and was the Wakehurst garden manager in West Sussex for more than 30 years.

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Book SynopsisHelp your little cuddle bug snuggle down at bedtime with this sweet and colourful rhyming board book! With chunky pages forsmallhands and die-cut parent and baby characters, this is the perfect bedtime read, featuring the much-loved Cuddle Bug from the bestselling You''re My Little . . . series.International Bestselling SeriesNight Night, My Little Cuddle Bug is an adorable board book to share with your little one at bedtime or anytime! Die-cuts and raised pieces are perfect for engaging little hands, and gentle rhyming text creates a calm, sleepy atmosphere. Join Cuddle Bug in this newest addition to the You''re My Little . . . series as she wishes her friends good night. Tactile pages and peek through holes create an engaging reading experience, while sweet illustrations by Natalie Marshall and heartwarming text by Nicola Edwards capture the

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Book SynopsisDarwin Núñez always had to fight to realise his dreams, overcoming adversity and serious injury to dominate the Portuguese Primera Liga, before Liverpool made him their record signing. A powerful, unpredictable striker, Darwin's goals have propelled his team to the top of the league - and made him a fan favourite at Anfield. Follow the story of Darwin Núñez, ultimate football hero, from humble beginnings in Uruguay all the way to starring for a title-chasing Premier League side.

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Book SynopsisJoin Tiny Jenny, a mischievous fairy born to a family of wrens, as she sets out to find where she truly belongs.Mr and Mrs Wren are surprised when a tiny, wingless fairy hatches from one of their eggs. But they lovingly name her Tiny Jenny and raise her as their own. Tiny Jenny like all fairies grows to be a menace in the woods. She digs up squirrel nuts and blocks mole hills. The other forest creatures are not happy. So Tiny Jenny decides it is time to leave her home and seek out her fairy family. But it turns out the fairies are anything but welcoming! Oh, where does Tiny Jenny truly belong?

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Book SynopsisCount down to Christmas with Maisy and her friends!Unwrap twenty-four super stories to share in the run-up to Christmas and keep to read again and again, all year round. Enjoy a story every single day of advent with this collection of pocket-sized family-favourite picture books, starring Maisy, Charley, Tallulah, Cyril and Eddie on all kinds of adventures! This story collection is beautifully presented in a large hardback with a special pocket for each book and a festive red ribbon. The perfect gift in the run-up to the festive season.

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Book SynopsisIn this fascinating true story based on the life of Hardit SinghMalik, discover the adventures of WWI's first Indian pilot. He plannedto join the French air force before a former teacher intervenedand the Royal Flying Corps gave Hardit an 'honorary' commissionas a 2nd lieutenant flying Sopwith Camels.

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Book SynopsisCatch the aliens before they catch you! This out-of-this-world middle-grade fiction title immerses the reader in a page-turning alien adventure.You are a brilliant young scientist who has been chosen for a research mission to a distant planet. On your way back to Earth, you are woken early from cryosleep by the ship’s computer. It has detected an alien lifeform, but there doesn’t seem to be any sign of one.You look at your fellow crewmates and wonder if one of them has been taken over by an alien intelligence. Can you work out who can be trusted and who the aliens are before they take over your mind, too...?This exciting adventure story for readers aged 9+ features a fast-paced branching structure with over 45 possible endings. At the end of each page there are two distinct options that will take the reader on different paths through the action - meaning that the reader controls the narrative (and their destiny!) throughout.Approxim

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Book SynopsisInspire children to read, learn, and cook their way around the world with this vibrant collection of authentic recipes and fascinating food facts

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Book Synopsis A gripping fusion of action, revenge and Norse legend from award-winning author Dan Smith! 'Nothing is as it first appears in this gripping tale of survival.' OBSERVER 'Action, adventure, wolves, snow ... this story has EVERYTHING. I devoured it so quickly I need to read it again.' EMMA CARROLL 'Another stunning and original read from a master storyteller.' BOOKTRUST 'She Wolf is defined by its masterly prose as much as by its thrilling story.' THE IRISH TIMES A young Viking girl is swept by a storm on to a desolate English beach. Cruelly orphaned there, Ylva becomes set on revenge, tracking a killer through dangerous hinterland. She wants only the favour of the Norse gods and the comfort of her stories. But when a stranger decides to protect Ylva – seeming to understand her where others cannot – Ylva must decide if her own legend will end in vengeance or forgiveness ... A startlingly original, emotional and action-packed adventure set in the dark ages. Our unforgettable main character, Viking girl Ylva, is pulled into an unforgettable adventure as she seeks vengeance - aided by a wolf companion! Perfect for readers aged nine and up.

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Book SynopsisEveryone's favourite accident-prone dragon is back - and now youcan join in the fun too!This fantastic new activity book based on the bestselling book ZOG,by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler is packed with over 400stickers, colouring-in, stickers, dot-to-dots, puzzles, spot thedifference, simple word searches and more.

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Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the natural world with this beautifully illustrated book full of amazing animals, plants and the incredible habitats they live in.

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Book Synopsis"The princess may try seven times to escape By changing her colour and changing her shape."But each time Princess Eliza changes – into a blue fish, a yellow chick, a red fox or a black cat – the wicked wizard finds her and sets her another horrible task. Will this plucky princess be able to outwit him and escape back to the palace in time to cut her birthday cake?The Princess and the Wizard is a magical adventure from the stellar picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, creators of What the Ladybird Heard. With brilliant rhyming verse, bright and distinctive illustrations this story is perfect for reading together.Enjoy all the stories from Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks: Sharing a Shell, The Princess and the Wizard, The Rhyming Rabbit, The Singing Mermaid, Sugarlump and the Unicorn, Princess Mirror-Belle and the Dragon Pox, What the Ladybird Heard, What the Ladybird Heard Next, What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday and The Girl, the Bear and the Magic Shoes.Trade ReviewA sparkly princess and an equally sparkly, though somewhat darker, wizard battle it out across some glorious colour spreads . . . an exceptionally pleasing replay of a familiar story. * Guardian *a winner . . . colourful, and funny, with a cosy ending * Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisElle McNicoll is a bestselling and award-winning novelist and screenwriter whose debut novel A Kind of Spark, won the Blue Peter Book Award and the Overall Waterstones Children's Book Prize, as well as Blackwell's Book of 2020. She is twice Carnegie nominated, and was shortlisted for the Books Are My Bag Awards 2020, the Branford Boase Award and The Little Rebels Award. Her novels have been published in the US and translated into multiple languages including Dutch, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian, Korean, Japanese, French and Turkish. A Kind Of Spark has also been adapted for Television in partnership with 9Story and BBC Childrens.

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Book SynopsisA perfect story to read with Dad, from multi-award-winning author Michelle Robison. Following in their daddys'' gigantic footsteps, will the baby dinosaurs find their own feet?Baby dinosaur wishes he could follow in his dad''s giant footsteps, and grow up to be big, brave and strong, just like him. But when he and his friends lose sight of their daddies while on an adventure, and the world suddenly feels wild and dangerous, will he remember the advice his daddy gave him, and find his way home?Four adorable baby dinosaurs find their way in the world with the help of their dads in this uplifting and heart-warming celebration of amazing fathers and the unique bond their children share with them, perfect for fans of Disney''s The Good Dinosaur. A fun Father''s Day gift to enjoy together, sure to become a bedtime favourite.Also in the series: Mummy''s Promise''A touching celebration of daddies... a gorgeous book to share with little ones'' LoveREading4Kids

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Book SynopsisA friendly, rhyming farmyard tale from bestselling, award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler Cuddly Cow is ready for bed, but she can't get to sleep anywhere! As she visits her farmyard friends, will she find the perfect place to get a good night's rest? Take a trip to the farm with these new look cased board books featuring much loved artwork from illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series. With simple, yet funny texts that are perfect for reading aloud. Other titles in the series include: Gobbly Goat, Higgly Hen and Portly Pig

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Book SynopsisRoam free in Johanna Spyri's classic story of friendship and adventure, retold in this gorgeous gift book by award-winning duo Jeanne Willis and Briony May Smith. This favourite childhood classic is reimagined for young children in an enchanting, illustrated edition with a glittering foil cover.

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Book Synopsis''JAW-DROPPING'' AXIE OH A girl who lost her magic. The boy who found it. And a city having one Hell of a time . . .Rui is an Exorcist-in-training with one goal in mind - honing her magic to avenge her mother''s death. Yiran is the black sheep of an illustrious family. The world would be at his feet - had he been born with magic. But when an accident causes Rui''s power to transfer to Yiran, everything turns upside down. Without her magic, Rui has no tool for vengeance. With it, Yiran finally feels like he belongs.As dangerous monsters overrun the city, Rui will do whatever it takes to regain her power. Even if that means making a deal with a shadowy stranger to track down a god who does not wish to be found . . . A sparkling urban fantasy with an achingly slow burn romance at its heart, Darker By Four is the perfect book for fans of Legendborn and The Mortal Instruments, as well as anyone looking to immerse themselves in a shadowy world brimming with magic.AUTHORS LOVE JUNE CL TAN''If you ever wanted a book that reads like a comfort anime that also isn''t afraid to skewer you with angst and explosive fight sequences, then look no further'' JOAN HE''A complete page-turner of a fantasy!'' KAT CHO''A rich and vividly drawn world of revenants, exorcists, death gods and stolen magic'' VANESSA LEN''Both ruthless and tender, this book leads you through a perilous world of death while grounding you in raw emotion'' KYLIE LEE BAKER

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Book SynopsisLive to fight. Die with honor. That was all they knew, and they were proud. But as they saw themselves reflected in the Sirins-slaughtered by the thousands with nothing to show for it-a crack formed in their ironclad resolve. Shin's mind festered with doubt. Lena's heart tore at the seams as she struggled to understand him. Would they find common ground over the course of the United Kingdom operation? Or would they drift further apart...?

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Book SynopsisPart of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Charles Darwin tells the inspiring story of this world-renowned naturalist.Trade Review'If you're looking to educate your little ones on one of the biggest heroes of science, then this book is well worth reading.' -- How It Works

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Book SynopsisCOCK-A-DOODLE-DOO!Ronnie the rooster arrives at Farmer Tony's farm to help wake up the animals. But something isn't right- Ronnie just cannot tell the time! The animals band together to help teach Ronnie and soon his COCK-A-DOODLE-DOOs are perfectly on time...mostly!

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Book SynopsisExplore the fascinating world of the ancient Greek gods and goddesses in this beautifully illustrated book from Nosy Crow and the British Museum. Which goddess drew the Moon across the sky each night?

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Book SynopsisA big board book with 36 sliders to push, 3 games to play and NO mess!Join Pip and Posy as they learn all about summer, winter, autumn and spring in this first words book for children.

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Book SynopsisDANGEROUS DISEASES coughs up the disgusting details of the sicknessesthat mankind has suffered from. Find out which brave nurse drankdiarrhoea, which scientist used eyeballs as food for bacteriaand why deadly cholera makes your skin turn blue. Redesigned ina bold, funky new look for the next generation of HORRIBLE SCIENCEfans.

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Book Synopsis'Shepherd has created a magical series that makes eyes shine with wonder, hearts swell with warmth, and rooms fill with giggles' Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken LegsTomas is a fully-fledged expert dragon grower and protector of the dragonfruit tree. He has eyes in the back of his head for watching over those sneaky dragons, awesomely fast reflexes for putting out sparks and dodging the diving antics of whirling newly hatched dragons. He's got it all down pat - and managing his little lightning bolt dragon Zing, too. But he's not quite prepared for the adventure that awaits him when a huge secret is revealed about his new friend, Aura. A thrilling secret that will take Tomas and Aura on a journey of discovery that will finally unlock the last mysteries of the dragonfruit tree. A journey of discovery that all the dragons will be in on - and just what will happen when lightning bolt dragon Zing and storm dragon Flicker get together? Get ready for the ride of your life in this fizzing, sparkling final story in THE BOY WHO GREW DRAGONS series.Trade ReviewA warm-hearted and really fun story * Parents In Touch *Imaginative and charming, The Boy Who Grew Dragons is a wonderfully whimsical story that kept me smiling the whole way through * Books for Topics *Free readers will get stuck into the new series The Boy Who Grew Dragons by Andy Shepherd, about finding magic in the most ordinary of places * Angels and Urchins *an inspired concept, this is a funny and heartwarming tale of magic, family and friendship * Madge Reviews *This is a sumptuous start to a new series, bursting with energy and humour, yet tinged with the darker side of life too. There's a grumpy neighbour, aware but preoccupied parents, an eclectic group of friends, a strange gardening guide, nomenclature of dragon pets - so many facets all covered and explored. A perfect example of domesticity interrupted with a touch of magic. Dragon fruit will never look the same again! * Minerva Reads *Andy Shepherd's dragon-debut is an absolute delight and is just the very start to a series that I'm sure is going to be a roaring success. It's a series that - pardon the pun - I just want to drag-on and on and on! * The Reader Teacher *A hilarious rip-roaring adventure. Perfect for fans of Roald Dahl and Cressida Cowell * South Wales Evening Post *A warm-hearted debut... lovely, expressive, characterful * Sunday Times *The Boy Who Grew Dragons is one of those magical children's books that warms the cockles of your heart no matter what age you might be. It's fast, it's funny, it makes you feel good, and for the brief time, it takes to read its reassuring innocence comforts you into believing that everything is right with the world. This is Andy Shepherd's first book and she knocks it out of the park from page one * Starburst Magazine *a spectacular start to a new series * The Sun *[An] ingenious premise is brought to life with great skill and humour * The Scotsman *Shepherd delights in describing crazy situations, and the book's heartfelt message is one of care and friendship * Literary Review *Fantastic fire-breathing fun with wonderful illustrations by Sara Ogilvie, this is a lovely new series for anyone who ever wanted a pet dragon * WRD Magazine *A kind of Pete's Dragon with extra giggles, The Boy Who Grew Dragons takes on the rather hair-singeing challenges of finding that your grandad's garden has suddenly started sprouting fire-breathing mischief-makers and the illustrations by Sara Ogilvie really make it come alive * Waterstones Blog *charming [and] sublime * Event Magazine *Hilarious, warm and full of magic... featuring delightful line drawings * The Metro *My son and I really liked this. It's at heart a simple story, but has some rather charming elements. Tomas raises his baby dragon, keeping him a secret, though his little sister finds out and her precious little ways are rather adorable.Friends of course eventually become suspicious - especially when there's explosive dragon poo to be found in Tomas's school bag! One of our favourite scenes, I think. The scenes of baby Flicker causing mayhem are very much in line with the age group's humour * Nudge Book *Irresistible... everything you want in a book for a newly independent reader - tender realism, honouring children's inner feelings and anarchic magic, both beautiful and regrettable. Sara Ogilvie's illustrations capture both enchantment and stench... A modern classic * The Guardian *A proper children's book... the humour and Sara Ogilvie's illustrations are just right * New Statesman *The story is a heartwarming account of one boy's struggle to look after a mythical creature whilst juggling the reality of life at school and at home with lots of laugh-out-loud funny moments and peppered with bold illusstrations that will keep young readers enthralled * The School Librarian *A wonderfully whimsical story that's fast, funny and full of feel-good moments * Creative Bloq *Funny and Imaginative * The Week Junior *A triumphant finish to a series that gives young readers dragon-sized helpings of pleasure and fun -- Love Reading * Love Reading *The book explodes with rippling, vivid colour and a sense of the adventure to come even before the very first chapter begins. -- Reading Zone * Reading Zone *The Boy Who Sang With Dragons featured on Waterstones' article 'Best Paperbacks of 2021 for 5-8 Year Olds' * Waterstones *

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Book SynopsisAn uplifting, stunningly beautiful book about optimism in the darkest of places.A girl and her companion fox travel together from a place of loss and despair, through uncertain times, towards the hope of colour, light and life. Along the way, they find friends to guide and support them. Together, they build a glorious future and discover there is a way out of the darkness, into the light of the rainbow. A book with immense hope at its heart, this is a positive message for anyone who's ever gone through a tough time.Trade ReviewA stylish picture book about how there is always a way out of darkness. * The Sunday Times *The story is a lyrical ode to optimism, resilience and friendship, illuminated by Litchfield’s dazzling textured art. -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *Hope is also invoked in Rain Before Rainbows by Smriti Halls and David Litchfield. First released as a free e book, this dreamlike vision of a girl and fox travelling from darkness and difficulty to a blaze of morning light offers, with its few well-chosen words and heart-lifting illustrations, a moving message of perseverance and eventual joy. * The Guardian *This book is a path from darkness and sorrow towards the wonder of the light of hope. Whether the answer to the last few weeks, year or a hard day, I found my heart softening and opening as I soaked in the message of this book. David Litchfield’s illustrations feel like being enveloped in warmth. * wanderingbookseller - Instagram *David Litchfield's dramatic or warm illustrations are lovely. The rhyming text and the detailed pictures make this an attractive book for young children. * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisJo Lindley is an architect and children's book illustrator represented by Plum Pudding Illustration Agency. Her previous books include Excitable Edgar (Nosy Crow, 2019), a picture book based on the John Lewis and Waitrose Christmas advert of 2019, and personalised books in the Mini Adventures series (Orangutan, 2019).

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