Children & Teen Books
Dorling Kindersley Ltd LEGO Harry Potter Ideas Book
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£16.99
Walker Books Ltd Lockett Wildes Dreadfully Haunting Mysteries The
Book SynopsisNew from Waterstones Prize-shortlisted author-illustrator team, Lucy Strange and Pam Smy: a spirited series of cosy gothic mysteries, starring supernatural sleuths, Lockett & Wilde.This book has more shadowy mysteries than twelve graveyards and more delicious twists than my favourite pretzel. All hail Lockett & Wilde! Lemony SnicketWildly funny. Ben MillerMatilda Lockett is used to playing the role of Poor Dead Edna on stage with her spirit-medium aunt, Signora Valentina, and theatrical uncle Barnabus but when they all decamp to Beauchamp Manor to deal with a most dreadful haunting, she discovers she really can see ghosts! There she meets ghost boy, Edgar Wilde, who shares her love of supernatural snooping, and together they set about unravelling the case of The Ghosts of the Manor.Classic spooky mystery reimagined for fans of cosy crime by the Waterstones Prize and Carnegie-shortlisted creators, Lu
£10.44
Dorling Kindersley Ltd My Book of Dogs and Puppies
Book SynopsisLearn about the delightful wagging-tail world in this exciting guide to dogs and puppies.Every young dog and puppy fan will be drooling over the pages of this wonderful dog treasury for hours of delight! Learn everything there is to know about our furry friends in this adorable book of dogs for children, including their body language, what they are dreaming about, and what they are trying to say to you.Children aged 5-7 can learn about the profiles of over 50 different dog breeds, including well-loved favourites, such as the Labrador Retriever, Poodle, Dachshund, French Bulldog, Great Dane, and more! This book for canine lovers is arranged into the different dog groups based on the jobs that they do, and is filled with colourful photos, fur-tastic facts, and bite-sized information. This adorable dog book for children includes:- Fact files on over 50 breeds and features many more throughout the book, revealing their individual characteris
£9.49
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Terrible True Tales Egyptians
Book SynopsisFrom the author of the blockbuster Horrible Histories series, which is now a TV show and movie, and has sold more than 30 million copies worldwide. ''Deary''s storytelling is simple, historically accurate and compelling'' The i newspaper on The Silver HandHorrible Histories author Terry Deary presents a hilarious collection of Egyptian tales based on thrilling true stories four books in one! Perfect for history fans (and those who don''t know they''re history fans yet) aged 7+.The Gold in the Grave A group of thieves plot to rob Tutankhamen''s tomb of its vast wealth. If they succeed, it''ll be the greatest robbery in history. If they fail, the consequences are severe...The Magic and the Mummy When the pharaoh dies, it's Neria's job to mummify his cat. The trouble is, the cat is still alive. Can Neria find a way to save the cat without being caught and punished?The Pl
£8.54
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Elsewhere: From the author of no. 1 bestseller
Book SynopsisFrom the acclaimed author of Sunday Times no. 1 bestseller Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, a YA novel of hope, love and redemption about Liz's life after life. ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE'S 100 BEST YA BOOKS OF ALL TIME Welcome to Elsewhere. It is warm, with a breeze, and the beaches are beautiful. It's quiet and peaceful. You can't get sick and you can't get older. In Elsewhere, death is only the beginning … Elsewhere is where fifteen-year-old Liz Hall ends up, after she is killed in a hit-and-run accident. It is a place very like Earth, yet completely different. Here Liz will age backwards from the day of her death until she becomes a baby again and returns to Earth. But Liz wants to turn sixteen, not fourteen again. She wants to get her driving licence. She wants to graduate from high school and go to college. She doesn't want to get to know a grandmother she's never met before and have to make all-new friends. How can Liz let go of the only life she has ever known and embrace a new one? Or is it possible that a life lived in reverse is no different from a life lived forward? “Every so often a book comes along with a premise so fresh and arresting it seems to exist in a category all its own. Elsewhere is such a book” – New York Times Book ReviewTrade ReviewEvery so often a book comes along with a premise so fresh and arresting it seems to exist in a category all its own. Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zevin, is such a book. Zevin’s touch is marvelously light even as she considers profundities, easily moving among humor, wisdom and lyricism … No plot synopsis can convey what a rich, wise spell this book casts * The New York Times Book Review *Fascinating. Zevin, in her first novel for young people, bends the laws of physics and biology to create an intricately imagined world * Publishers Weekly *So convincing you find yourself wanting to read the book backwards when you've finished * Sunday Telegraph *
£8.54
Graffeg Limited Fletcher and the Stars
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£11.07
Chicken House Ltd The House of Shells
Book Synopsis From the critically acclaimed author of Children of the Quicksands - shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize - comes a breathtaking magical adventure ... Kuki refuses to believe in the curse of the Abiku. Her destiny is not to die young! Her biggest problem right now is moving house and fitting in at her new school. One evening while exploring, Kuki spies a driveway lined with giant palm trees. It leads to an abandoned beach house of shadows and scattered sea shells. And in the fading light, she meets a girl called Enilo. They become friends – the best of friends. Until Kuki makes a terrifying discovery ... The second novel by Times/Chicken House Competition-winning Efua Traore, author of critically acclaimed Children of the Quicksands A beautifully evoked middle-grade adventure set in the author’s native Nigeria and drawing from rich Yoruba mythology A story about the power of female friendship over fear and superstition PRAISE FOR CHILDREN OF THE QUICKSANDS: 'A joy of a book: rich, warm, powerful storytelling' KATHERINE RUNDELL 'A thrilling adventure bright with the gorgeous colours of Nigeria – glorious!' JASBINDER BILAN '[A] beautifully evoked story' THE TELEGRAPH 'Traore's storytelling feels almost otherworldly ... exhilarating' THE TIMES
£7.59
Bonnier Books Ltd Big Sky Mountain: The Beach Otters
Book SynopsisAnother exhilarating adventure in the great outdoors, from HOTEL FLAMINGO author Alex MilwayWelcome to Big Sky Mountain: a home for everyone!Life never stays still for long on Big Sky Mountain. Rosa and Grandma Nan are off on an adventure to Toe-Dipper Bay, to see who's in trouble - a distress flare has gone up! When they arrive they find the beach covered in plastic rubbish, and a family of beach otters farming seaweed, while doing their best to tidy up. Rosa and Grandma Nan join in, but they have to find out who sent the distress flare - because who is that wrecked out at sea? Rosa and Grandma Nan will need the otters' help to build a raft to get to them . . .An action-packed story featuring curious otters, wise hermit crabs and peckish puffins ,which addresses pollution and recycling in a gentle and friendly way for young children.Trade ReviewFunny and charming; Alex Milway has made me want to fly right into Big Sky Mountain myself. * Andy Shepherd, author of THE BOY WHO GREW DRAGONS *I want to go to Big Sky Mountain! It's the rugged wilderness, but much softened by a comfy bear who's a travelling salesman, a moody architect hare and some busy builder beavers who still have to learn about how to get along with the rest of the community. * Sarah McIntyre, illustrator of PUGS OF THE FROZEN NORTH *This is a perfect, big-hearted adventure story, with pictures and laughs on every page and an environmental message delivered with the lightest touch. Once you have met the wonderful cast of talking animals, warmed to Nan's peculiar ways and found your feet in the wilderness, like Rosa you'll never want to leave Big Sky Mountain. * Clara Vulliamy *As a HUGE fan of feisty grandmothers I LOVED Grandma Nan in Big Sky Mountain! Wise, capable and fearless she is the perfect role model for her granddaughter Rosa. A wild adventure with an important message, bravo! * Sophy Henn, author and illustrator of BAD NANA *The perfect adventure to rewild young readers * Benji Davies, author and illustrator of GRANDAD'S ISLAND *Dr Dolittle meets Dora the Explorer in an exhilarating illustrated series which is the next best thing to breathing in the scents of the great outdoors! Screenwriter and Hotel Flamingo author Alex Milway inspires everyone to pull on their walking boots and join a little girl called Rosa on Big Sky Mountain... a place in the wilderness that has a home for everyone. Life never stays still for long on Big Sky Mountain. Rosa and Grandma Nan are off on an adventure to Toe-Dipper Bay to see who is in trouble because a distress flare has gone up. When they arrive, they find the beach covered in plastic rubbish and a family of beach otters farming seaweed while doing their best to tidy up. Rosa and Grandma Nan join in but they have to find out who sent the distress flare because who is that wrecked out at sea? Rosa and Grandma Nan will need the otters' help to build a raft to get to them. There's adventure with a capital A in this action-packed story which features curious otters, wise hermit crabs and peckish puffins while addressing pollution and recycling topics in a gentle and child-friendly way. Ideal as a first chapter book for new readers and full of Milway's vibrant two-tone illustrations, this is a truly wild, wonderful and exhilarating story for your own little explorers! -- Pam Norfolk * Lancaster Guardian *The third story in Alex Milway's Big Sky Mountain series...with industrious otters, savvy hermit crabs and hungry puffins, this is an adventure for younger readers with a great cast and a satisfying resolution. * Absolutely Education *
£7.59
Bonnier Books Ltd The Last Storyteller: Winner of the Newbery Medal
Book SynopsisAn unforgettable journey through the stars, to the very heart of what makes us human. The incredible Newbery Medal-winning novel from Donna Barba Higuera."Gripping in its twists and turns, and moving in its themes - truly a beautiful cuento."- NEW YORK TIMESHabía una vez . . .There lived a girl named Petra Peña, who wanted nothing more than to be a storyteller, like her abuelita.But Petra's world is ending. Earth will soon be destroyed by a comet, and only a few hundred scientists and their children - among them Petra and her family - have been chosen to journey to a new planet. They are the ones who must carry on the human race.Hundreds of years later, Petra wakes to this new planet - and the discovery that she is the only person who remembers Earth. A sinister Collective has taken over the ship during its journey, bent on erasing the sins of humanity's past. They have systematically purged the memories of all aboard - or purged them altogether.Petra alone now carries the stories of our past, and with them, any hope for our future. Can she make them live again?Trade ReviewGripping in its twists and turns, and moving in its themes - truly a beautiful cuento * New York Times *Clever and compelling . . . wonderfully subversive * The Wall Street Journal *This tale packs a wallop. Exquisite * Kirkus Reviews *The Last Storyteller is about the stories that create the universe, the tales that weave us together across light-years and generations, and courage that sings in the darkness. It's an incredibly memorable story with a masterful twist. I absolutely loved it! * Sinéad O’Hart, author of The Eye of the North *The Last Storyteller took risks as an MG sci-fi novel and I'm very grateful it did. Some believe you must water certain themes down for younger readers because they're unable to handle it, but, in this case, I don't agree. At the heart of it, the book is about the power of storytelling, human connection and family. What a spectacular book! * Rachel Faturoti, author of Sadé and Her Shadow Beasts *An extraordinary, outstanding blend of science fiction, Mexican folklore and dystopian fantasy. In turns beautiful and chilling, always enthralling, and ultimately hopeful with a vital and timely message of the power of memories and stories to connect us all. It pushes the boundaries of what Middle Grade can be. Totally unmissable and unforgettable. * Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs *Space exploration, cryogenics, evolution, ethics, botany, folklore and family ties, all wrapped up in a stunning adventure that tugs at the heartstrings. Don't miss this! * Nicola Penfold, author of Where the World Turns Wild *A sweeping and epic vista of a novel that blends history, science, traditional Mexican tales and philosophy, this middle-grade novel is a tour de force for 9-12 year olds. The thought-provoking premise will fire children's imaginations and is a perfect starting point for book club discussions. And for English teachers, if you need a good example of a novel first-person narrated in the present tense, this is a compelling choice. * The School Reading List *I particularly enjoyed the way in which the gift of storytelling and the ancient Mexican myths were interwoven throughout this futuristic story. -- Ann Cowling * Just Imagine *Higera skillfully combines science fiction, folklore, and mythology to create a pacy middle grade novel which advanced readers from Year 5 upwards will love. A must buy for all upper key stage 2 or key stage 3 libraries. * Jane Broadis, The School Librarian *
£7.59
Coordination Group Publications Ltd (CGP) First Words Picture Flashcards for Ages 1-3
Book SynopsisCGP's First Words Picture Flashcards are a superb way of helping children aged 1-3 build their vocabulary and start to recognise letters and words. Each colourful card has a word along with a friendly illustration to match! The pack is colour-coded into five different categories, such as 'animals', 'food' and 'drink', and 'in the home'. We’ve also included suggestions of games you can play with the cards — they're hours of fun!
£10.43
Walker Books Ltd The Last Hours Chain of Thorns
Book SynopsisJames and Cordelia must save London and their marriage in this thrilling and highly anticipated conclusion to the Last Hours series from the #1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Cassandra Clare. Chain of Thorns is a Shadowhunters novel.Cordelia Carstairs has lost everything that matters to her.In only a few short weeks, she has seen her father murdered, her plans to become parabatai with her best friend, Lucie, destroyed, and her marriage to James Herondale crumble before her eyes. Even worse, she is now bound to an ancient demon, Lilith, stripping her of her power as a Shadowhunter.After fleeing to Paris with Matthew Fairchild, Cordelia hopes to forget her sorrows in the city's glittering nightlife. But reality intrudes when shocking news comes from home: Tatiana Blackthorn has escaped the Adamant Citadel, and London is under new threat by the Prince of Hell, Belial.Cordelia returns to Trade ReviewFeatured in the Bookseller children's previews for January 2023 * The Bookseller *
£15.29
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC RSPB Birds Eye Spy
Book SynopsisFollow a flock of swallows and see what they see in this nature book of things to spot and talk about. Fly with the birds through the cities, coasts and countryside and over mountains and markets, farms, towns, open sea, rainforests, deserts and more. Each location features ten I-spy animals and plants to find, with prompts and questions to give children lots to talk about. Also includes a map of the swallows' migration route and additional fascinating information about bird flight.This book is perfect for young nature enthusiasts and for parents looking for a book that will keep kids busy while encouraging them to engage with the wonder of the natural world.
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd My First Book of Woodland Animals
Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for any young animal-lover, this beautifully illustrated spotter guide is an ideal introduction to wild woodland animals.Illustrated in a bright, contemporary style, this modern guide to the most common woodland animals is packed with information and fun facts everything you need to know to help you learn about and identify our forest friends. With key facts about size, habitat, diet and population, there are detailed descriptions of each animal and tips to help you find and track them in the natural world.
£8.54
Bellwether Media Pakistan
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£12.34
Firefly Press Ltd Me and Aaron Ramsey
Book SynopsisMe and Aaron Ramsey tells the story of Sam and his dad who both lovefootball, which is always there for them however tough real life becomes, untilDad''s dreams of football stardom go horribly wrong. Sam''s love for thefootballing legend becomes tangled with his relationship for his father asthings go south in their family life.There are themes of family, friendships, turmoil, physical disability andilliteracy. But this is also a story about hope, and about the complicated andoften fractious relationship between father and son when the one interest theyshare is taken away from them..
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Mr Men Little MissHaunted Halloween
Book SynopsisHave you ever seen a ghost? Or met a monster? The Mr Men and Little Miss are about to in this fiendishly funny story!It's almost Halloween and Little Miss Scary and her friends are stranded near a haunted house. They bravely go inside and soon meet some spooky monsters, including a mummy, a vampire and a werewolf! But are all monsters as scary as they seem?
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Pan Macmillan The Ice Children
Book Synopsis''A modern day classic. Full of heart and hope'' - Hannah Gold, bestselling author of The Last Bear''As unforgettable as Hans Christian Andersen''s The Snow Queen . . . a whirlingly imaginative storyline full of wonder and hope as well as warning.'' - The TimesShortlisted for the Sheffield Children''s Book AwardShortlisted for The Week Junior AwardsM. G. Leonard''s story of a brave girl and her reindeer friend, who try to save her brother, is the perfect cosy winter read. The Ice Children is an exciting, modern, magical mystery adventure by the author of Beetle Boy, Adventures on Trains and the Twitchers series.A sparkling, elegant homage to Hans Christian Andersen Illustrated in black and white throughout by Penny Neville-Lee.At the stroke of midnight on the dawn of December, five-year-old Finn Albedo is found frozen on a pedestal of ice. His heart is beating, he is smiling, but no one can wake him.Finn's big sister, Bianca, suspects that the tall mysterious stranger who first discovered Finn knows more than they will admit? Bianca''s quest to discover the truth and rescue her little brother hurls her into a fantastical winter wonderland, full of beauty, danger and irresistible spirit animals, where all is not as it seems.
£7.59
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC We're Going on a Sleigh Ride: A Lift-the-Flap
Book Synopsis**A Christmas treat - Daily Mail** _______________ THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD! DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES _______________ We’re going on a sleigh ride, HO! HO! HO! Can you find the hidden gifts? Whoosh! Off we go! Ho! Ho! Ho! Climb aboard Santa's sleigh and join the fun as four bunnies set off on a thrilling festive adventure. With ten presents to find hidden under the flaps, it’s an action-packed treasure hunt! You’ll need to watch out for the obstacles along the way – snowy clouds, church spires, flocks of flying geese – and help the sleigh back to the North Pole in time for Christmas! The perfect Christmas gift, full of festive fun and winter magic, from the bestselling author of We're Going on an Elf Chase. _______________ The Bunny Adventures series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come. _______________Trade ReviewA wild Christmas-themed story that is full of surprises! Readers will love the bouncy text, vibrant illustrations, and the surprises hidden under the flaps on the pages! * Storytime Magazine *A Christmas treat * Daily Mail *Perfect for Christmas counting fun! * Sunday Express Magazine on WE'RE GOING ON AN ELF CHASE *
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Walker Books Ltd I Am Angry
Book SynopsisThe first in a funny new series from former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and rising star Robert Starling. This kitten may look cute and cuddly, but better beware: they're angry. Really angry. Angry, angry, angry! And this isn't any old "angry". This is a jump-up-and-down, roll-on-the-ground kind of angry. This is a spider-scaring, tiger-scaring kind of angry. This is a burst-balloon-ing, SQUASH-THE-MOON-ING kind of angry... As surreal as things may get, this is also the kind of angry that parents of toddlers will recognize – a bad mood which comes out of nowhere, escalates wildly, then disappears as suddenly as it arrived. Based on the popular poem from A Great Big Cuddle, I Am Angry combines Michael Rosen's brilliant rhymes and anarchic imagination, Robert Starling's perfect knack for character and a reassuring message: anger may feel overpowering, but it doesn't last for ever.
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd My First Baking Book: Delicious Recipes for
Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated collection of baking recipes for first cooks written by the 2019 winner of The Great British Bake Off.Learn how to bake breads, cakes, pastries and biscuits to perfection in this imaginative collection of deliciously healthy recipes. Featuring easy to follow, beautifully illustrated step-by-step instructions, and a wealth of classic and creative bakes, this first baking book is jam-packed with inspiring content and has everything budding bakers need to take their first steps to baking glory!Trade ReviewAs with his previous books David puts exciting, creative twists on baked goodies that might otherwise seem relatively ordinary and there are plenty of those in this book, each one clearly andalluringly illustrated by Harry Woodgate. -- Jill Bennett * Read Reading Hub *A fun and creative baking book full of clearly presented, delicious recipes for young bakers to follow. * Just Imagine *It’s wonderfully encouraging children to get involved in the making process * Big Book, Little Cook: A celebration of children’s cookbooks, Just Imagine *imaginative step-by-step recipes * last-minute gift guide, Delicious *Featured in Pen & Inc Autumn/Winter 2022 listings, highlighting the best in diversity and inclusion in children's books. * Pen & Inc *
£13.49
Hodder & Stoughton The King of Attolia: The third book in the
Book Synopsis'Megan Whalen Turner is one of my all-time favorite writers . . . impossible to put down' Holly Black, New York Times bestselling author of The Cruel PrinceThrough scheming and outright theft, the Thief of Eddis has become the King of Attolia. Eugenides wanted the queen, not the crown, but he finds himself trapped in a web of his own making.Despised by his court, and apparently his bride, Eugenides ensnares a naïve young guard in the web of intrigue that surrounds him. Struggling to find his footing, the guard, Costis, knows he's a pawn. What he doesn't know is how the king means to play the game . . .Praise for Megan Whalen Turner'The Queen's Thief books awe and inspire me' Laini Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of the Daughter of Smoke and Bone novels and Strange the Dreamer'Megan Whalen Turner writes vivid, immersive, heartbreaking fantasy' Leigh Bardugo, New York Times bestselling author of Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom'Endlessly entertaining, deeply deceptive, and very, very clever' Garth Nix, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of the Old Kingdom, Keys to the Kingdom, and Seventh Tower series'Romance, intrigue, mystery, surprises, and sheer beautiful writing' Cassandra Clare, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of The Mortal Instruments and Lady Midnight'The world Turner creates is so tangible that not only do I believe in its characters, I almost believe in its gods' Kristin Cashore, award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of the Graceling Realm series
£8.54
Frances Lincoln Children's Books A Mystery at the Incredible Hotel
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£7.59
Nosy Crow Ltd A Beginners Guide to Ruling the Galaxy
Book SynopsisDoubtful... 'David Solomons represents the best in contemporary comic writing for children' -- GuardianA hilarious new story from the author of My Brother Is a Superhero, winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and the British Book Industry Awards Children's Book of the Year.
£7.59
Usborne Publishing Ltd Growing Up
Book SynopsisA clear and simple guide to growing up, and the changes you can expect during puberty. With cartoony artwork and diagrams, this book explains puberty in a simple, clear and friendly way. Designed to help reassure readers that what they're going through is normal, whether that's coping with a changing body, mood swings, new emotions and even questions about their sexuality and identity. The writing and art style, and the level of detail given in each topic, has been tailored to be suitable for kids aged 10 and up, who have just begun their journey into puberty - or are likely to start soon. Topics covered include: growing taller, getting hairier, bras, periods, shaving, all about vaginas, vulvas and penises, sex, sexuality, love, relationships, friendships, hormones, looking after yourself, staying safe and keeping healthy - written in consultation with experts in sex education and gender studies, alongside medical doctors.
£7.59
Usborne Publishing Ltd Old Wounds
Book SynopsisSubversive and scary, with compelling characterisation, this YA horror thriller is a pulse-pounding debut. The GuardianHad me on the edge of my seat. Bill Wood, author of Let's Split UpTwo trans teens end up in a small, isolated town, where they must escape the locals who plan to sacrifice one of them to an ancient monster that only eats girls... Erin and Max are two trans kids, just trying to get to California. Max is desperate to finally be able to transition, and Erin is longing to understand why she's on this trip to begin with, after Max suddenly broke up with her two years earlier. But when they find themselves stranded - and eventually separated - in the creepy woods of rural middle-America, they suddenly have much bigger problems. First, there's the creature that, according to legend, feeds on girls, hunting them through the shadows. And then there are the locals, who are searching for a female sacrifice. If either of them hope to survive to see the sunrise, Erin and
£8.54
Usborne Publishing Usborne Book and Jigsaw The Solar System
Book SynopsisSam 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.
£13.21
Usborne Publishing Ltd Usborne English and Maths Giant Workbook 5-6
Book SynopsisThis giant workbook is packed with fun activities to help children practise their English and Maths skills. A group of friendly forest animals gently guide them through each topic, and tricky concepts are broken into easy-to-follow steps to help build confidence. Including six sections: Grammar and Punctuation, Spelling, Comprehension, Adding, Subtracting and Times Tables. With quizzes and over 120 reward stickers so children can track and celebrate their progress.
£11.69
Usborne Publishing Ltd Usborne Book and Jigsaw Atoms and Molecules
Book SynopsisMarvel at the mind-boggling world of atoms and molecules - the building blocks of EVERYTHING everywhere (including you) - in this entertaining book and 300-piece jigsaw set. Find out what atoms and molecules are, where they come from, how they behave and how they are displayed in the Periodic Table. Then explore further with links to activities and videos on specially selected websites. Completed size of jigsaw: 59cm x 40cm
£13.21
Usborne Publishing Ltd Little First Stickers Chinese New Year
Book SynopsisCome and join the fun with music, dancing dragons and dazzling fireworks, as Jing and her family celebrate Lunar New Year. Add over 150 stickers to bring the scenes to life.
£5.99
Bonnier Books Ltd Little Red Riding Hood
Book SynopsisChildren will love to press the sound buttons and read along with the classic story of Little Red Riding Hood
£12.16
HarperCollins Publishers Now Conjurers
Book SynopsisThis sensational YA debut blends tense, terrifying horror with dark humour, queer romance and hugely original storytelling. GuardianNovember 1999, North Dana, Massachusetts. The body of Bastion Attia high school quarterback, secret witch, and Nesbit Nuñez's even-more-secret boyfriend is discovered at the edge of Stepwood Cemetery. As Nesbit and his coven of queer misfits investigate Bastion's death they discover local folktales of Mr. Nous, a terrifying wish-granting creature, one whose gifts come at a terrible price.The coven must do battle against an age-old evil before it strikes again Now, Conjurers is a wildly original, spinechilling YA debut about queer found family and a love that outlasts death.This book is charm itself smart, edgy, funny and heartfelt.' Tamsyn Muir bestselling author of Gideon the Ninth
£8.54
Templar Publishing Sophie la girafe: My First Christmas: A felt-flap
Book SynopsisFind favourite toy Sophie and her friends behind the felt flaps in this board book, perfect for baby's first Christmas. Sophie and her friends are hiding. Wherever could they be? Little ones will love lifting the felt flaps to find a friendly animal on every page... and a delightful Christmas surprise at the very end. Large felt flaps are durable and easy-to-lift, engaging baby and aiding the development of fine motor skills. This bold, bright book also features common first words around Christmas time, as well as fun sounds to mimic. Miaow!Sophie la girafe has sold more than 50 million teether toys worldwide, and now the iconic toy from France turns 60. Celebrate with Sophie as she steps into the pages of a brand new series of baby books.Designed for reading together with your baby or toddler, this would make the perfect gift for baby's first Christmas, or for a new arrival.
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Picture Perfect
Book SynopsisA quest for screen-free family time leads to camping chaos in this hilarious and heartwarming comedy from the author of Anisha, Accidental Detective. A quest for screen-free family time leads to camping chaos in this hilarious and heartwarming comedy from the author of Anisha, Accidental Detective. Sonal needs to capture a great family picture for her school photography project but it’s impossible when everyone’s always so busy! Luckily they’re heading off on a family camping trip which should provide lots of great photo opportunities … shouldn’t it? Faced with an enforced digital detox, will Sonal’s family come together and have fun … or will the trip end in complete disaster?Trade Review"This lovely story about a relatable family is a fabulous read, and a reminder for children – especially in the age of social media – that other people's lives and families are just as imperfect as their own" – BookTrust "Fun and easy to read" – The Week Junior "Lighthearted and perceptive… Serena Patel delivers a heart-warming, modern and chaotic family comedy " – A Word about Books, blog "Readers can expect some really awesome laugh out loud moments as they accompany Sonal and her family on an unforgettable trip" – Samantha Thomas, reviewer
£6.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Make Some Noise
Book Synopsis*The funniest band in the world, The Horne Section (fronted by Taskmaster''s Alex Horne), tell you everything you need to know to be a music genius - with bizarre tales, absurd history and unbelievable facts.*''An explosion of silliness . . the whole family will get something from it'' Guardian on The Horne Section TV showWith FUNNY tales, ABSURD history and UNBELIEVABLE facts, this mind-blowing guide to music can help anyone become a sound-making sensation.In this book, you''ll find answers to those all-important questions, such as:- Why is cabbage the key to musical genius?- Which is the fartiest of all the instruments?- Which song has the FUNNIEST lyrics of all time?Band leader Alex Horne has also added some special tasks throughout the book, so readers will be making their own music in no time at all - without even leaving the house!
£13.49
Little Island Trigger
Book SynopsisAn unflinching verse novel by an award-winning author. 17-year old Jay wakes up in a park, battered and confused and unable to remember the night before. Explores male-on-male sexual assault.
£8.54
Hot Key Books The Last Paper Crane
Book SynopsisNominated for the 2021 CILIP Carnegie Medal, joint winner of the UKLA 11-14 Book Award 2021 and winner of the Warwickshire Schools Library Award.Trade ReviewAn outstanding and heart filled book that should find its way into every school library * Books for Keeps *This is a harrowing tale but the ultimate redemption in the story leaves one with a sense of hope. Highly recommended. * Love Reading 4 Schools *Flicking between contemporary Japan and 1945, this story is simultaneously heart-warming and heartbreaking. Told in dual narrative verse and prose, we hear from both Mizuki and her grandfather. Mizuki is worried about him. Slowly, her grandfather tells his story and shares his experience of surviving the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. He reveals the events that have haunted him throughout his life. By creating moving and relatable characters, Kerry Drewery has beautifully conveyed the unique, human experience of living through a catastrophic event. * The Scotsman *I loved this book. Such a heart-breaking and difficult subject, but Kerry's writing is beautiful, lyrical and poetic and has created a story that manages to be heart-warming and life-affirming whilst covering one of the most devastating events of the last century. * Liz Kessler *A spell-binding story that spans generations, telling the story of Ichiro who experiences the Hiroshima atomic bomb as a child and his granddaughter Mizuki who will do anything to help him in his old age, including trying to repair a 70-year=old broken promise. An innovative and moving story told through a mixture of prose poetry, and haiku sequences. * School Reading List *This may be one of the most affecting books that I have ever read. And one of the most beautiful. The tragedy that was the dropping of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki is rarely spoken of today. It is barely remembered by those old enough to do so and totally unknown to many young people. The Last Paper Crane by Kerry Drewery is about remembering. Remembering people, places and promises. Illustrated with great sensitivity by Natsko Seki, it is remarkable for its restraint, its sparse eloquence and its compassion. Mizuki is worried about her grandfather, a survivor of Hiroshima, and to understand his anxiety she listens to the story of that day in 1945 when his world exploded without warning. The young Ichiro, his best friend and little sister are catapulted into a landscape resembling nothing they can comprehend. A promise is made; it is almost lost and then redeemed. Moving between two timescapes, in Haiku, free verse and elegant prose, Kerry Drewery describes the shock and the loss but never dwells on the horror. The baffled young man is brave and honourable and forgiving. He bears no anger and no resentment. But the silent question 'why?' rings out from his story as he witnesses unspeakable suffering. Both the author and the illustrator describe their personal sense of responsibility and the need to bear witness. They take great care to show only what is essential, and their clarity of purpose hits home far better than a lurid retelling would do. This is not only a very good book; it is an important one. We are all stories, the author says. And stories must be read and told and heard in order to live. * Childrens Books Ireland *
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HarperCollins Publishers Thomas Friends Potty Star Sticker Activity
Book SynopsisBe a Potty Star! with this new sticker reward activity book to guide your little one through their potty journey.Packed with fun activities to gently introduce new toilet training concepts; from choosing a potty and grown up pants to learning the importance of keeping clean and washing your hands.Thomas & Friends will be with you every step of the way, with over 80 stickers and an encouraging reward chart to support your child in this new and exciting stage of their development.
£6.23
Bonnier Books Ltd Wheres the Wookiee
Book SynopsisJoin the hunt for the Wookiee warrior in this search and find adventure!Bounty hunters from all over the galaxy are on the trail of Chewbacca, who is wanted for crimes against the Empire! From the sands of Tatooine to the depths of the Death Star, there's nowhere they won't track the mighty Wookiee and his rebel friends.Explore the Star Wars universe as you join the hunt for this hairy giant!
£7.59
Quarto Publishing PLC Seriously HAPPY
Book SynopsisSeriously Happy is a highly practical self-help guide exploring 10 life-changing lessons based on teachings of the ancient philosophers.YA readers are encouraged to discover how Stoicism can improve your mental resilience; the calming, meditative influence of Zen; the decision-making prowess of Aristotle or the confidence-boosting ideas of the Cynic philosophers.As a young man, author Ben Aldridge struggled with debilitating anxiety and self-doubt, until he discovered Stoicism and other philosophies which helped him restore balance, peace and contentment in his life. In this book, Ben shares over 20 practical challenges rooted in ancient philosophy that will power up your focus and confidence, improve your critical thinking, build mental resilience, and embrace happiness. The text is accompanied by gorgeous illustrations by Michelle Brackenborough.The challenges are based on ancient phi
£9.49
Quarto Publishing PLC Are You a Monster
Book Synopsis Are You a Monster? is a fun interactive read-aloud picture book that will have readers of all ages roaring and stomping along, as Monster encourages them to be the scariest monster possible. Trade ReviewEditor's Choice - "A cute little monster swears that nothing frightens him, so invites the reader to bare their teeth and stomp their feet to prove that they are a monster, too. But what happens if the reader is too scary and makes the book monster run away? The under-fives will love trying to be frightening in this deliciously gleeful story from Brazilian artist Karsten, a finalist in Brazil's Premio Jabuti Literature Prize." * The Bookseller *
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AURORA Fancy Pal Big Bow Princess Puppy Plush Toy
Book SynopsisFancy Pal Big Bow Princess Puppy.
£19.71
AURORA PP Happy Hamster Plush Toy
Book SynopsisPP Happy Hamster 5 inches.
£9.27
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Time Machine Next Door: Explorers and
Book SynopsisBook Band: Brown (ideal for ages 7+) A page-turning, laugh-out-loud historical adventure by comedian and podcaster Iszi Lawrence, perfect for fans of Horrible Histories. Time flies when you’re having fun. But what does it do when you’re not? Sunil is bored. Very bored. Whilst home alone, he accidentally breaks his grandfather’s most prized possession and must scramble for a way to fix it. Alex, his eccentric next-door neighbour, has an unusual solution to his problem – a time machine! Soon, Sunil is visiting the freezing, icy depths of Antarctica as a stowaway on a stranded ship and the heart of London to meet famous astronauts – all while trying to stay away from a mysterious man with a particularly suspicious pet kiwi… _______________ The Time Machine Next Door is an exciting new series of quirky historical chapter books for readers aged 7-9. Written by comedian, podcaster and children’s author Iszi Lawrence, these books bring lesser-known parts of history to life with hilarious plots, real-life characters, fascinating facts and fantastic illustrations. _______________Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR BLACKBEARD'S TREASURE This is children's fiction at its best ... Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson. * The Lady *I love Iszi Lawrence’s new series, The Time Machine Next Door. Each book gives you several time travel stories for the price of one. Delightfully quirky and full of fascinating historical facts they are enhanced by jolly illustrations where one of the main characters looks a lot like the author! I especially love that the Time Machine sits atop a toilet. Perfect for clever kids aged 7+. * Caroline Lawrence, author of The Roman Mysteries novels *... great fun and eye-opening too... I’m looking forward to finding out where Sunil will travel next. -- Andrea Reece * LoveReading4Kids *PRAISE FOR THE UNSTOPPABLE LETTY PEGG Letty and her friends and rivals are great characters, as are the real life people she comes across at different times in her adventures. Thoroughly recommended. -- Andrea Reece * Books for Keeps *PRAISE FOR BILLIE SWIFT TAKES FLIGHT It is brimming with historical detail and really highlights the heroic nature of some very inspirational women. It would be an excellent class story that would provide children with a tale about a thrilling war-time adventure. * Reading Zone *
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Oxford University Press Parvanas Journey
Book SynopsisThe second book in the bestselling Breadwinner series, set in war-torn Afghanistan.Parvana''s father has died, and her mother, sister and brother have gone to a faraway wedding, not knowing what has happened to the father. Parvana doesn''t know where they are. She just knows she has to find them.She sets out alone, disguised as a boy, her journey becoming more perilous as the bombs begin to fall. Making her way across the desolate Afghan countryside, she meets other children who have been caught up in the war-an infant boy in a bombed-out village, a nine-year-old girl who believes she has magical powers over land mines, and a boy with one leg. The children travel together because it is easier than being alone. And, as they forge their own family in the war zone that Afghanistan has become, their resilience, imagination and luck help them to survive.Trade Review"An uncomfortable, poignant read." * The Bookseller *"A book all children should read." * The Teacher *"I was gripped by this series and couldn't drag myself away from it. Ellis beautifully captures childhood in war-torn Afghanistan and Pakistan. The stories are very moving." * Malala Yousafzai *"I loved the characters." * Books and More *
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Penguin Random House Children's UK The Christmasaurus Cracker
Book SynopsisThe perfect festive stocking filler for Christmasaurus fans, from the imagination of number-one-bestseller Tom Fletcher!Well, bless my baubles - it''s nearly Christmas! And it''s time to celebrate with the Christmasaurus Cracker. Get ready for:Not one but TWO adventure-packed Christmas stories: Crumpet Eve and The Magical North Pole;Jingle-worthy jokes and present-tastic puzzles;Fun festive facts;Tasty Christmas recipes; andDino-riffic decoration ideas!Merry Christmas from Tom Fletcher and the Christmasaurus!
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Walker Books Ltd Slugs Invade the Jam Factory
Book SynopsisJoin inventor Scooter and his alien sidekick, Fizzbee, on their third adventure! For the first time ever, Scooter has NO ideas. How on earth can they save the jam factory from a slimy slug invasion?Scooter, Fizzbee and Cat have turned McLays jam factory into a tropical jam-making paradise. Delicious! There's just one problem. SLUGS. Slithering everywhere, eating all the fruit, and in danger of causing the factory to fail its hygiene inspection. Scooter has to think of a way to get them out, pronto. Hyper-creative, he usually has ideas constantly whizzing and whooshing around his head. But something strange has happened ... he's gone blank. SCOOTER HAS NO IDEAS! With evil head slug Mucus Vane taking total control of the factory, the gang will need to summon everything they have to save McLays Jam – and help Scooter rediscover his creativity!Trade ReviewWe love this series, jam-packed with humour and heart, and with brilliant black and white illustrations. * WRD Magazine *Slugs Invade the Jam Factory is an exciting, humorous story […] The story is exciting and full of quirky ideas and inventions. […]There is much fun to be derived from this story. * Just Imagine *Hugely funny and equally silly, with Jenny Taylor’s illustrations adding to the enjoyment, this tasty offering concludes with a spread giving information about cerebral palsy, the condition that Scooter has. * Red Reading Hub *A funny read carrying deeper themes of empathy, teamwork and celebration of difference. -- Children's Books Ireland * Reading Matters Guide 2023 *
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Broken Hearts & Zombie Parts
Book Synopsis"I loved this brave, hilarious, impossibly tender book with my whole zombie heart." Becky Albertalli, author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda"Blisteringly funny, joyous and smart, with such a big, beautiful heart." Simon James Green, author of Gay Club!A Big Gay Rom-Zom-Com with Heart: Sex Education meets Love, Simon - with fake zombies - in this savagely funny gay YA romance about body image, self-acceptance and falling in love.Jesse Spark has a broken heart and in a few short weeks he'll require major surgery to repair it - which means he only has a month to accomplish two almost-impossible tasks.1) Shoot his epic zombie movie on a shoestring budget if he has any hope of getting into film school.2) Fall in love before this surgery lands him with a huge scar - because how will anyone ever fancy him after that?Trade ReviewI loved this brave, hilarious, impossibly tender book with my whole zombie heart. * Becky Albertalli, author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda *Blisteringly funny, joyous and smart, with such a big, beautiful heart. * Simon James Green, author of Gay Club! *William Hussey is a powerhouse of LGBT+ fiction and Broken Hearts is a triumph. * Calum McSwiggan, author of Straight Expectations *A hilarious heartbreaker! Everything you could want from a YA book, great characters, zingy one-liners, and a swoony as heck romance. I loved it! * George Lester, author of Boy Queen *Yet another triumph from William Hussey, one of the most powerful and important voices we have in YA right now. * Benjamin Dean, author of The King is Dead *A warm, moving, charming zom-rom-com * Irish Times *This book has a big old beautiful heart, and is proof that William Hussey is one of our finest writers for teens. * Phil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls *A story told with impeccable humour and heart. Broken Hearts & Zombie Parts had me swooning all the way through! * Anika Hussain, author of This is How You Fall of Love *The zombies might be fake but the heart is very real... Hilarious and poignant in equal measure! * Lee Newbery, author of The Last Firefox *As touching as it is funny - compassionately and sensitively taking us into an important story. * Alexis Caught, author of Queer Up *Entertaining and heartening in equal measure, this is a complete charmer of a book * Culturefly *This dialogue-driven LGBT+ romcom will leave readers gasping as well as laughing out loud. * School Reading List *An absolute joy from start to finish * The Scotman *
£8.54
Nosy Crow Ltd Bizzy Bear: Chinese New Year
Book SynopsisFive easy-to-use sliders, a rhyming story and lots to spot and say in this vibrant, interactive board book for toddlers.Join Bizzy Bear and his friends as they celebrate the lunar new year. Little ones will love using the chunky sliders to help Bizzy Bear get dressed, decorate the house, eat a meal and watch fireworks whizz across the sky, before celebrating with a spectacular street party to welcome in the new year.Another exciting adventure in this best-selling series which encourages preschoolers to play a part in Bizzy Bear's story. This story needs YOU! By pushing, pulling and turning the mechanisms, little hands can move the story onto the next scene and bring the rhyming text to life! The high level of interaction builds confidence and engagement with books, which is an essential stepping stone to reading, as well as develops gross and fine motor skills.Illustrated by Benji Davies, the multi-award winning illustrator of The Storm Whale and Grandad's Island.Collect the whole series; other titles include: Vet's Clinic, Fun Park, Football Player, Fire Rescue and lots, lots more!
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