Children & Teen Books
Hachette Children's Group Pixies New Friend
Book SynopsisAn unforgettable tale of friendship and kindness through the seasons from one of the world's' best loved storytellers, Enid Blyton.
£7.59
Pearson Education Limited Wordsmith Year 5 Greek Myths
Book SynopsisThese stories were first told three thousand years ago - so why are we still telling them? Because they are full of the things that fascinate anyone, in any country, at any time. There are adventures and jokes, fables and fairy stories, thrills and happy endings. In short, the Greek myths are just too good to forget.
£12.10
Hachette Children's Group Claude At Christmas
£11.69
Nosy Crow Ltd Wheres Mr Owl
Book SynopsisA bright, bold board book with a felt on every spread - little hands won't let it go!
£6.99
Hachette Children's Group 99 Questions About The Benin
Book SynopsisDiscover the fascinating world of the kingdom of Benin through 99 questions and answersWho ruled the kingdom of Benin? How did the people of Benin wear their hair? And what is so special about the Benin bronzes? Find out the answers to all these questions and many, many more in this high-interest romp through the world of the kingdom of Benin.99 Questions About... makes historical civilisations come alive with interest, humour and occasional weirdness. The core information is excellent support for curriculum topics, while the dip-in structure and light amounts of text will entice even reluctant readers who enjoy the light-hearted Horrible Histories approach to learning. The high-interest approach is complimented by a striking, two-colour design, featuring simple but eye-catching graphics.Fun reading for children aged 8 and up.Books in the series:Ancient EgyptiansAncient GreeksAztecsBeninMayaRoman
£12.34
Hachette Children's Group Oi Cat Board Book
Book SynopsisThe laughter never ends with Oi Frog and Friends!Board book edition of the brilliantly funny, rhyming read-aloud picture book, guaranteed to get children giggling! From the bestselling, multi-award-winning creators of Oi Frog. *Over 1 million copies sold*According to Frog ...Cats sit on gnats,Dogs sit on logs,Raccoons sit on macaroons,Armadillos sit on pillows andChicks sit on bricks.But wait! Cat doesn''t like sitting on gnats, they keep biting his bottom! Will Frog and Dog help him change the rules?''This animal rhyming silliness goes from strength to strength.'' The Guardian''Will have children in fits of giggles.'' Parents in TouchCan''t get enough? Look out for: Oi Frog, Oi Dog, Oi Duck-billed Platypus, Oi PuppiesOi Frog and Friends is a top ten bestselling series. Loved by children and parents, the books have won numerous awards, including the LaughTrade ReviewThis animal-rhyming silliness goes from strength-to-strength. * The Guardian *This joyful rhyming text will have children in fits of giggles, and adults enjoying the cleverness of the text. * Parents in Touch *Oi Frog! was - and still is - a genius concept. The finale will have your little ones (and grown-up readers) giggling in delight. Truly fabulous. * Wales Daily Post *It's a brilliant premise that can run and run, and with such appealing illustrations from Jim Field and such clever rhymes from Kes Gray, here's hoping it does... Colourful, witty and silly. * Book Trust *The combination of Gray's writing and Field's illustrations work wonderfully once again, no matter what Gray fires at Field, he can draw it. Fans of the series will love this outing as it is essentially more of the same, but delve a little deeper and it is playing with the lore of the world. Not many children's books create a universe in which the characters inhabit, but Gray has achieved it. Fans should grab this with abandon, they will especially love the ending. * The Book Bag *The rhymes in this book are enormously enjoyable and will have children giggling with delight. Another wonderful book to support phonics, rhyme and early reading, but most of all, to hook in young. * The English Association *
£7.59
Union Square & Co. Little Women
Book SynopsisThe beloved story of four sisters growing up in the mid-19th century is now available in an unabridged, illustrated, cloth hardcover volume in Union Square and Co.’s Signature Clothbound Editions series. Ladylike Meg, tomboy Jo, sensitive Beth, and charming Amy—each March sister has her own dreams, struggles, and fears. The March sisters come to see that learning how to be a “little woman” is never simple, but it’s much sweeter to do when they have their sisters by their sides.
£12.99
Nosy Crow Ltd Icarus Was Ridiculous
Book SynopsisIzzy LOVES all the stories the Ancient Greeks told! She can't wait to tell her friends about Icarus, who was a TOTAL NUMPTY, and the Trojan Horse, which ended a war and wasn't even REAL! So pull up a plinth and enjoy all the DRAMA of the original Greek myths, as told by Pamela Butchart and Thomas Flintham, in collaboration with the British Museum. Now with even more SANDALS!Laugh-out-loud fun from Blue Peter Award winners Pamela Butchart and Thomas Flintham. Read more of Izzy's adventures! Baby Aliens Got My Teacher The Spy Who Loved School Dinners My Headteacher Is a Vampire Rat The Demon Dinner Ladies There's a Werewolf in my Tent To Wee or Not to Wee The Phantom Lollipop Man There's a Yeti in the Playground
£6.99
Union Square Kids Alices Adventures in Wonderland Through the LookingGlass
£12.34
MAKE BELIEVE IDEAS SANTAS STUCK
Book SynopsisSantas Stuck. with a squishy touch die-cut through to the cover
£7.59
Sourcebooks, Inc The Girl in the Love Song
Book SynopsisFrom USA Today bestselling author Emma Scott comes the first in an emotional series of interconnected, coming-of-age YA romances.
£8.54
Noodle Juice Ltd Things That Mooove
Book SynopsisThis is definitely NOT just another boring book about transport... This is full of ridiculously funny facts about amazing things that mooove - from bicycles to space rockets - and it is bursting with rib-tickling jokes that will definitely amooose! You'll never look at a car, train or helicopter the same way again... Or a cow for that matter! This is definitely NOT just another early learning series. Our brand-new approach ensures that children and parents will giggle together as they find out just how funny facts can be! Titles include: Farm Animals, Things That Mooove, Under The Sea and Night-time.
£7.59
Simon & Schuster Ltd The Princess With The Blazing Bottom
Book SynopsisThe third book in the bestselling explosively funny Blazing Bottom series . . . Perfect for fans of The DInosaur That Pooped series. Sir Wayne and his dragon are BACK and this time they’re out to rescue a princess held captive by a Big Bad Beast. But WHO exactly will save her? Sir Wayne: who can climb every wall - no moat is too deep, no tower too tall. Or Dragon: so muscly and lean - he can fly and fart flames, he’s a fighting machine! If ONLY there was a way to get the best of both… This bestselling series is as funny as it is farty, for fans of The Dinosaur Who Pooped series, and I Need a New Bum! Look out for more fart-tastic fun in The Dragon with the Blazing Bottom and The Knight with the Blazing Bottom, and get ready for Beach's brand new, brilliantly naughty story Big Bad Dragon Club, coming in March 2024.
£6.99
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Flight
Book SynopsisBecome an eyewitness to the high-flying world of aircraft and the history of flight.This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of incredible flying machines. Children can learn all about the history and science of humanity''s most incredible feat: flying! Find out about how technology made flight possible, which tools pilots use, and how taking to the skies has shaped human history.Throughout the pages of this children's guide to aviation, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new eyewitness feature.- A visual tour through the topic combined with bite-sized text.- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.Eyewitness Flight gives a detailed overview of all things aircraft for kids aged 9+, including helicopters, gliders, zeppelins, monoplanes, biplanes, and even triplanes. Using full-colour photographs of different types of aviation, including an air
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Me and My Brian
Book SynopsisWith help from his grandma, Josh finds a way to quieten his overactive Brian' in this gently humorous and empathetic tale about family and mental health by bestseller Helen Rutter.Josh has always called his brain Brian, and Brian can sometimes be his best friend, helping Josh with tests and giving him brilliant moneymaking ideas. But he can also be Josh's worst enemy, keeping him awake at night worrying, and telling him that his family's problems are all Josh's fault.When the arguments at home get really bad, Josh is sent to live with his grandma, who lives in a weird shack in the middle of nowhere. At first Brian's voice gets louder and louder, and Josh feels out of control. But as he helps his grandma in the garden, growing their own food, and with all the jobs that need to be done around the shack, Josh starts to realise that she understands him and Brian better than anyone.Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
£7.59
Usborne Publishing Ltd The Adventures of Robin Hood Graphic Novel
Book SynopsisWhen Robert of Locksley's lands are stolen, he is forced to take on a new identity as the fearless outlaw Robin Hood. Together with his band of loyal followers, Robin must win a battle of wits if he is to protect the poor from the scheming Sheriff of Nottingham.
£9.49
Sourcebooks, Inc My Life with the Walter Boys Netflix Series TieIn
Book SynopsisA New York Times BestsellerNow a Netflix series!When a tragic accident leads Jackie to move into a house filled with eleven boys, she gets far more than she ever expected. This sweet YA romance is perfect for fans of Kasie West and Jenny Hanand is one of the most beloved Wattpad books ever!Moving in with eleven boys was not part of the plan.Jackie''s goal is perfectionperfect grades, the perfect look, getting into the perfect school. If she can achieve that, then maybe her too-busy mom and dad will take notice. But when her parents die in a tragic accident, Jackie is shipped off across the country to live with the Walters, her new guardianswho just happen to have eleven sons (plus a daughter who is basically one of the boys).The Walter boys are loud, dirty, annoyingand, okay, some of the older boys might be Greek god level hot, but they don''t think a city girl belongs on their horse ranch. How is Jackie supposed to fit into their c
£8.54
Usborne Publishing Ltd Unhurry Magic Painting
Book SynopsisEddie Reynolds (Author) Eddie joined Usborne Publishing in 2017. Before that, he studied German and French at Cambridge University, then moved to Berlin after a short while teaching Ancient History at a school in Guangzhou, China. Now back in the UK, he writes books about all sorts, including computers, maps and engineering.Trade ReviewAn easy, enjoyable way to help you to focus, feel calm and content. * Girl Talk *
£6.99
Magic Cat Publishing Troll The Times Childrens Book of the Week
Book Synopsis The Times Children''s Book of the Week - Playful and perceptive...This is definitely one troll worth unblockingA funny, heartwarming story about internet trolling and learning to love yourself. Below the bridge, beneath the log, underneath the burping bog, where townsfolk whispered, cringed and crept, a terrifying monster slept... In this funny tale, inspired by both internet trolls and The Three Billy Goats Gruff, there is a terrifying troll that lives under a bridge. Unseen, he delights in shouting nasty things to passers-by. But when a d/Deaf bunny unwittingly faces up to him, he realises that it''s not so fun to say nasty things to someone''s face. Can Troll finally learn to love himself and others?Perfect for children aged 3+ This is a funny story that addresses internet trolling in an accessible way A charming character-led tale with Troll learning the error of his ways and
£999.99
Pan Macmillan Who Lives Here?: With lift-the-flap-fun!
Book SynopsisA charming lift-the-flap story from the bestselling, record-breaking partnership of Julia Donaldson and Rebecca Cobb.One little boy is very excited when he receives an invitation to go and play at his friend Dan's house. But there's just one problem, he doesn't know which house on South Street Dan lives in. Along the way he meets some very interesting neighbours, including a cook, a pirate and ghost. But which door does Dan live behind? A wonderful game of dressing-up awaits. Will he ever be able to find the right house?Written in Julia Donaldson's trademark rhyming style and with adorable illustrations packed full of details to spot from the award-winning Rebecca Cobb, this is a book to delight young children, and to read again, and again . . . and again!
£11.69
Hachette Children's Group Strange Science How do XRays Solve Mysteries The Strange Science of Machines
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£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Head Over Heels
Book SynopsisMy name is Harriet Manners, and I will always be a geek.The fifth book in the bestselling, award-winning GEEK GIRL series.Harriet Manners knows almost every fact there is.She knows duck-billed platypuses don't have stomachs.She knows that fourteen squirrels were once detained as spies.She knows that both chess and snakes and ladders were invented in the same country.And for once, Harriet knows exactly how her life should go. She's got it ALL planned out. So her friends seem less than happy, Harriet is determined to Make Things Happen!If only everyone else would stick to the scriptBut is following the rules going to break hearts for GEEK GIRL?Trade Review'Harriet's comical and cringeworthy misadventures in the world of fashion are guaranteed to get you laughing.' The Week Junior ‘Genius.’ MaximumPop! 'You can't fail to like Harriet.' Parents in Touch PRAISE FOR GEEK GIRL: "Loved GEEK GIRL. Wise, funny and true, with a proper nerd heroine you're laughing with as much as at. Almost." James Henry, writer of Smack the Pony and Green Wing "A feel-good satisfying gem that will have teens smiling from cover to cover, and walking a little taller after reading" – Books for Keeps “I would highly recommend Geek Girl to anyone who likes a good laugh and enjoys a one-of-a-kind story.” Mia,Guardian Children’s Books website
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Science Toons Materials
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£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers The Boy Who Slept Through Christmas
Book SynopsisDive in to this funny and debut heart-warming magical (and musical!) adventure from star of stage and screen, Matt Lucas a festive modern classic for young readers of 8-12!CHILDREN'S FICTION DEBUT OF THE YEAR 2023Nearly as good as one of my books' David WalliamsLeo LOVES Christmas.And this Christmas needs to be absolutely perfect, because it's the first one without Mum. Only it all keeps going wrong!???? The fairylights are in a tangle???? The Christmas cards aren't finished?? The tree isn't decorated?? And the Christmas cakes have all been destroyed!Soon Leo decides he's had enough he makes a heartfelt wish that it would all GO AWAY.Then Leo wakes up on what SHOULD be Christmas Day and it's gone!! All of Christmas! But Leo isn't going to let it escape that easily . . .Join Leo as he sets out on a mission to undo his wish and get Christmas back in the brand-new festive classic by bestselling author Matt Lucas.Home Alone meets A Christmas Carol in a hilarious adventure with a big dollop of festive magic. Funny, sensitive and emotional in all the best ways, this warm and seasonal family story touches ever so gently on childhood grief but is wrapped up in a chaotic and heart-warming adventure.Listen to over 20 original songs, written and recorded by Matt to accompany the story, bringing the joy of a musical to book form!
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group You Got This: A fabulously fearless guide to
Book SynopsisNO. 1 BESTSELLER!'A book that every teenage girl needs to read ... and every grown woman will wish she had read' Fearne Cotton'Bold. Brilliant. Bryony! This is the ultimate guide to growing up happy' Dr Max PembertonI wanted to be a unicorn. I wanted to be a lawyer. I wanted to be an astronaut. But the thing I really wanted to be, more than anything else, was a little less like me.It was only recently that I realised not wanting to be me was at the heart of every dumb decision I ever made. And so now I am writing this book containing all the life lessons I wish someone had taught me. A book for the teenage girl in me. And for every teenage girl out there. Because the most powerful thing you can be when you grow up is yourself.-------Frank and fearless, You Got This openly explores topics like self-respect, body image, masturbation and mental health, making it the perfect companion for young women.Trade ReviewFunny, warm, reassuring and honest * The High Low *A book that every teenage girl needs to read ... and every grown woman will wish she had read.Bold. Brilliant. Bryony! This is the ultimate guide to growing up happy.You Got This is a hug in book form - one I wish I'd had when I was a teenager girlEverything we need right now * Stylist *Honest * HELLO! *· Tackling peer pressure, bogy image aspirations in the best possible way * Lauren Laverne on BBC Radio 6 Music *Inspiring...the ultimate guide for your teen years * shout *Full of life lessons for teenage girls * Take A Break *· A blunt and brilliant ode to being (and loving) yourself...a book for every teenage girl out there and the teenage girl in every woman. It's smart, clever, inspiring and full of positivity and empowerment. Just read it and realise that You Got This * WRD magazine *A book empowering young people to love themselves unashamedly * Good Housekeeping *This book is fun, smart, entertaining and full of everything I wish I had been told when I was a teenager. Absolutely brilliant. * Frost magazine *
£8.99
HarperCollins Publishers A Bear Called Paddington
Book SynopsisThe original story of everyone's favourite bear, Paddington, now a major movie star!A bear on Paddington Station? said Mrs Brown in amazement. Don't be silly there can't be.Paddington Bear had travelled all the way from Darkest Peru when the Brown family first met him on Paddington station. Since then their lives have never been quite the same for ordinary things become quite extraordinary when a bear called Paddington is involved.For more than sixty years, Paddington Bear has touched the hearts of adults and children worldwide with his earnest good intentions and humorous misadventures.
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group Michael Rosens Totally True and totally silly Bedtime Stories
£9.49
Little, Brown & Company Where the Mountain Meets the Moon
Book SynopsisThe Newbery Honor-winning and New York Times bestselling fantasy is now available in paperback.
£9.99
Random House Children's Books Emmanuels Dream The True Story of Emmanuel Ofosu
Book SynopsisPreviously depicted in the film Emmanuel''s Gift, the inspiring story of a West African youth who pursued an education, helped support his family and became a record-setting cyclist in spite of a disability traces his ongoing achievements as an activist. Illustrated by the award-winning artist of Little Cloud and Lady Wind. Simultaneous eBook.
£14.39
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Sideways Stories From Wayside School
Book SynopsisThere has been a terrible mistake. Instead of having thirty classrooms side by side, Wayside School is thirty storeys high! (The builder said he was sorry.) Perhaps that's why all sorts of strange and unusual things keep happening – especially in Mrs Jewls's classroom on the very top floor. There's the terrifying Mrs Gorf, who gets an unusually fruity comeuppance; Terrible Todd, who always gets sent home early; and Mauricia, who has a strange ice-cream addiction. Meanwhile, John can only read upside down, and Leslie is determined to sell her own toes. From top to bottom, Wayside is packed with quirky and hilarious characters who are all brought to life in this new edition with delightful illustrations by Aleksei Bitskoff throughout. This is an unmissable, irrepressible story of mixed-up mayhem from Louis Sachar, the bestselling author of Holes.Trade ReviewLouis Sachar is one of the few masters of American fiction * Independent on Sunday on Louis Sachar *Thirty clever, fast-moving stories that describe the bizarre events at Wayside School … each story is refreshingly different * Guardian *Magic and hard realism come crashing together. This is an extraordinary and unconventional novel * Observer on HOLES *
£7.59
Thames & Hudson Ltd If I had a polar bear
Book SynopsisA boldly illustrated bedtime story that imagines what it would be like to have a strong and snuggly polar bear for a pet. What would life be like with a polar bear as a pet? Polar bears might look soft and cuddly, but they are also super-strong, so getting to school would be a breeze even on a snowy day. They'd show off their ice-skating skills, then help to hunt a fish-and-chip dinner. And since polar bears can swim for days at a time, with endurance like that, if Santa ever needed help delivering presents guess who he would call? Join our funny female protagonist in this newest wintery title in the If I had a... series, just in time for Christmas!
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd The Fog Catcher's Daughter
Book SynopsisA brave young girl rows out to meet her destiny in a lavishly illustrated original tale steeped in fairy lore, from a traditional Irish storyteller.A daughter embarks on a perilous journey to rescue her father in this beautiful, eerie and timeless original folktale. Eily and her father live in Ireland, three fields from the sea, within sight of the enchanted isle of Lisnashee. The fairy folk who live there cause mischief and harm to any who trespass, but once a year at Midsummer, Eily’s father, the Fog Catcher, rows out to collect magic from the fog around the island. His sole protection is a charm tucked in his pocket, and when Eily finds the lost charm in a hedgerow after he departs, she knows at once what she must do. Haunting watercolour paintings evoke the beauty of the Irish coastline in an imaginative coming-of-age tale about honouring the past and taking courage with an open heart.Trade ReviewA dreamy, atmospheric tale with haunting watercolour illustrations. * Irish Independent *There is a timeless quality to this beautiful book […] The illustrations are rich and evocative. -- Alice Ellerby * Juno *Marianne McShane evokes the folklore and superstitions of old Ireland in ‘The Fog Catcher’s Daughter,’ an atmospheric picture book about a girl who braves an encounter with fairies to save the life of her father. . . . . In the verdant Irish setting of Alan Marks’s windblown watercolor paintings, the fairies whirl like evil eddies of smoke. * The Wall Street Journal *Perfect to curl up with on an autumnal, foggy day, this book is sure to inspire readers’ creativity and imaginations with a charming narrative full of adventure, bravery and triumph set in historical Ireland. […] The beautiful, atmospheric illustrations really convey the countryside, weather and meaning of the text. Children will love to return to these pictures which capture many aspects of historical Irish life […] A charming narrative and beautiful book to look at, this will be an asset to any EYFS setting. * The Early Years Educator *Suffused with folklore of the Emerald Isle, Marianne McShane’s elegantly told, powerfully atmospheric story is both haunting and timeless, made all the more so by Alan Marks’ delicate, almost ethereal, watercolour scenes. How perfectly he captures the white-capped, rolling waves, the ghostly, menacing faeries, and the determination of Eily. Child listeners and anybody with an interest in folklore will surely love this magical tale. * Red Reading Hub *
£7.59
Scholastic US Courage to Dream Tales of Hope in the Holocaust
Book SynopsisSydney Taylor Honor Award winnerNational Jewish Book Award finalistNeal Shusterman, Margaret A. Edwards Award WinnerNational Book Award winner Neal Shusterman and acclaimed illustrator Andrés Vera Martínez present a graphic novel exploring the Holocaust through surreal visions and a textured canvas of heroism and hope.Courage to Dream plunges readers into the Holocaust - one of the greatest atrocities in human history - delving into the core of what it means to face the extinction of everything and everyone you hold dear.This gripping, multifaceted tapestry is woven from Jewish folklore and cultural history. Five interlocking narratives explore one common story - the tradition of resistance and uplift. Neal Shusterman and Andrés Vera Martínez are internationally renowned creators who have collaborated on a masterwork that encourages the compassionate, bold reaching for a dream.
£15.29
Gatekeeper Press Why the Wind Blows 'Round the Bend
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£17.09
Simon & Schuster Ltd I Shall Never Fall in Love
Book Synopsis'I am obsessed with this book.' Alice OsemanA joyfully queer and stunningly romantic graphic novel inspired by the work of Jane Austen and perfect for fans of Heartstopper, Bloom and Lex Croucher. George has always been in love with their best friend, Eleanor – and has always tried to ignore it. Now Eleanor is coming of age and expected to marry a suitable man, it doesn’t matter how George feels – they have to let her go. Besides, George is busy avoiding their aunt’s matchmaking, taking over the failing family estate, and trying to keep their dressing in men’s clothes a secret. Eleanor has always wanted to do everything ‘right,’ including falling in love – but she’s never met a boy she’s interested in. She’s more concerned with finding the perfect match for her cousin Charlotte, and working out why George is suddenly pulling away.
£11.69
Sourcebooks Seven All Alone
Book SynopsisKirsty is a former actor who was born in the U.K. but spent many wicked awesome years in Boston, MA. She now lives in the hills of Northumberland, England with her family, beloved muckhound, and a lot of bad weather. She is the author of The Assassin Game and Have You Seen My Sister? Follow @kirkybean.bsky.social
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Amelia Fang and the Lost Yeti Treasures
Book SynopsisThe perfect mix of funny, foul and fearful' MetroBrilliantly imagined laugh-out-loud funny' Sunday ExpressThe fifth book in the bestselling, gorgeously gothic and wickedly funny Amelia Fang series perfect for readers of 7+Meet Amelia Fang! Everyone's favourite little vampire.When Amelia and her friends are invited to Florence''s grandmother 350th birthday party, they are very excited! Grand-yeti Clemence lives in the Yeti Pits, a maze of candle-lit tunnels and caves carved into Yeti Mountain.But not long after arriving, the precious glittery treasures of the ancient yetis start to go missing. And when Tangine goes missing too he becomes the prime suspect! Not only that but the tunnels of Yeti Mountain have started to collapse on themselves and it looks like Florence and her family will have to move far away. It''s looking like the gang might never see each other again!Will Amelia be able to solve the mystery of the missing yeti treasure? And will she and her friends survive the perilTrade Review‘The perfect mix of funny, foul and fearful’ ', Metro '‘Brilliantly imagined . . . laugh-out-loud funny’', Sunday Express
£6.99
Hardie Grant Children's Publishing Colour with Claris at Easter
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£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Rabunzel
Book SynopsisA uniquely silly and rebellious twist on a favourite fairy tale with a fabulously foiled cover!Rabunzel, Rabunzel, let down your ears!Rabunzel has a teeny tufty tail, a twitchy nose and two wide brown eyes. She also has VERY long ears so long that her mother worries they will make her easy bait for the hungry creatures of the forest.The answer? Rabunzel must be kept safe in towering hutch, high in the sky. Here Rabunzel waits grumpily for her mother''s daily visit with carrots and fresh lettuce, letting down her ears so she can climb up the tower.But one day, it isn''t her mother who climbs up Rabunzel''s very long earsThe first hilarious title in a fun-filled fairytale series with empowering messages for young readers!Perfect for fans of The Fairytale Hairdresser and The Lion Inside series.Look out for Cindergorilla, based on the classic Cinderella!Trade Review‘Fizzing with energy . . . a gloriously silly but also empowering story’ – Julia Eccleshare, Pick of the Month, LoveReading4Kids
£7.59
HarperCollins Publishers Dream On
Book SynopsisA warm and witty football tale. Baljit dreams of football stardom. When the chance of a lifetime comes along in the form of a national team's rep, he is sure that his parents will disapprove and so a chain of lies begins. Will Baljit's fibs mean the end of his dreams? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 12+ A warm and witty football tale from teen favourite Bali Rai. Baljit works in his dad's chippy but dreams of football stardom. When the chance of a lifetime comes along in the form of a national team's rep, Baljit works in his dad's chippy but dreams of football stardom. When the chance of a lifetime comes along in the form of a national team's rep, he is sure that his parents will disapprove and so a chain of lies begins. Will Baljit's fibs mean the end of his potential football stardom, or will his dreams win out? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 12+
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Were Going on a Bear Hunt Christmas Activity Book
Book SynopsisFeaturing artwork from the animated special, this fun-filled guide to all things Christmas is packed with craft activities, recipes and stickers galore. Whether making a festive wreath from natural objects from the garden, baking ideas for a snowy day or even using your stickers to make table setting cards for your friends and family, this activity book has so many things to inspire young readers to join in with the magic of the world of We''re Going on a Bear Hunt at this very special time of year.Trade Review“Seasonal facts, colour-in stickers, puzzles, recipe and craft ideas will keep youngsters entertained in the countdown to Christmas.” * Carousel Christmas Guide 2018 *“[…] the perfect gift for any child.” * Kelly Allen Writer *“This is an ideal book for calming little ones down.” * Books for Boys *
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers Nellie Choc-Ice (1) – Nellie Choc-Ice, Penguin
Book SynopsisA hilarious Little Gem from Jeremy Strong, the master of comic writing for children, with character-packed illustration from Jamie Smith. Plucky young penguin Nellie Choc-Ice goes on an epic adventure when her iceberg floats off to the North Pole. Nellie needs all her wits about her to outsmart a steady stream of hungry creatures who reckon she looks like a tasty treat. Will Nellie ever find her way home? High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.Trade Review"Packs a punch full of energy and wit … the perfect book for budding little naturalists" – BookTrust "Will have readers in stitches … highly entertaining reading while there's an important environmental message beneath the humour too" – LoveReading4Kids "I read this when I needed a smile and I got many" – Nayu's Reading Corner, Blog "I have a feeling that [Nellie and Captain Beardy Beard] will become very popular with young readers" – The Letterpress Project
£6.99
Walker Books Ltd Midwinter Burning
Book SynopsisA historical time-slip adventure for middle grade readers, from the Carnegie Medal-winning author of Apache and Buffalo Soldier.Alfie Wright? Alfie Wrong, more like. Alfie has never really fitted in anywhere he doesn''t have any friends, and even his mum seems embarrassed of him. So when he's evacuated to a farm in rural Devon run by kind old Aunt Bell and her gentle giant of a son, Alfie can't believe his luck. The War seems a long way off, and among the cows and pigs and geese Alfie''s happier than he's ever been especially when he makes friends with one of the local boys, Snidge. But Snidge, for all his friendliness, is not all he appears. And the mystery that surrounds him seems to be connected to the Midwinter Burning, an annual ritual held at the Standing Stones, high up on the cliffs. Aunt Bell says it's all just a bit of harmless superstition, but when Snidge goes missing, Alfie finally discovers who his friend really is and relives theTrade ReviewLandman is a natural storyteller, always engrossing. * The Times *A thrilling, compelling timeslip novel for 9+ from a Carnegie-winning author, with echoes of Goodnight Mr Tom and Stig of the Dump * Children and teens roundup, Guardian *a gripping, original blend of Goodnight Mr. Tom, and The Wicker Man […] An outstanding story about how courage can redeem both past and present. * New Statesman *featured in 'Young & YA Reads' list in BookTime * BookTime *"This exhilirating, historical time-slip adventure has moments of real terror as well as joy, and is perfect for fans of Phil Earle, Clive King, and Philippa Pearce." -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller *
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Witch Switch
Book Synopsis_______________This is a witch story like no other and it's a blast!' BooksellerBrilliantly magical' Tom Fletcher Book Club_______________The second book in the hilarious Witch Wars series for kids aged 7+, perfect for fans of The Worst Witch.Tiga Whicabim is settling in to the witchy, glitzy world of Ritzy City. Peggy is Top Witch, and Tiga is enjoying life at the Brews'' house with Fluffanora. But when Fran the Fabulous Fairy visits Linden House and finds Peggy has gone leaving behind only a note to say she is ''AWAY WITH THE FAIRIES'' and has left the evil Felicity Bat in charge the girls realise something is very wrong. And then witches all across town start to disappear. Tiga and Fluffanora set out to investigate and discover an old, unsolved Sinkville mystery that might just be the key to it all.Trade ReviewWitch Switch... is also far madder and funnier than it is scary. In this second title in the Witch Wars Adventure series, Tiga Whicabim is well on her way to becoming a witch. But there is much that can stand in her way including Felicity Bat and Aggie Hoof who’s intentions are far from admirable! Magic and mayhem rule in this ebullient romp of an adventure. -- Julia Eccleshare * The Guardian *This book is hilarious, making me laugh out loud. It is a brilliant sequel to Witch Wars because the stories fit together like jigsaw pieces. * Guardian Child Reviewer *Silly spells, delectable dresses, magical mishaps and ridiculous riddles, this is a witch story like no other - and it's a blast! * Bookseller on Witch Wars *A completely fresh and fun take on witches, Witch Wars is for anyone who likes magic, adventure, fashion or a fabulous story * Booktrust *The craziest and funniest book I've read in ages. WITCH WARS IS A GO! * Andy Stanton, author of Mr Gum *This is a witchy story unlike any other, full of fun and hilarity. * Parents in Touch *
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HarperCollins Publishers Respect: The Walter Tull Story
Book SynopsisThe remarkable story of footballing star and war hero Walter Tull is brought to life in this brand-new edition of a Barrington Stoke bestseller. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+ Tully and his brother don't have much. But they do have each other. And Tully has an amazing talent. Football. But when the First World War begins, Tully must fight for respect on the battlefield not the pitch … Based on the amazing true story of Walter Tull, a First World War hero and one of the first black British professional football players. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+Trade Review"A very good read … the Walter Tull story is a really important one" – Dave Cousins, Five Books "A fascinating and inspirational person that deserved to be better known. As with all Barrington Stoke books, this is a well written, quality text that is accessible for less confident readers" – Book Blether, Blog
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National Geographic Kids Queen Elizabeth II
Book SynopsisALL HAIL THE QUEEN! Visit castles, meet princes and princesses, attend a royal wedding, and travel the world through the story of Queen Elizabeth II of England.This Level 3 Reader tells the true story of a girl who never thought she would be queen. Readers meet Princess Elizabeth as a child playing with her favorite corgis and pony and follow the young woman who assumes the throne at age 25 and becomes one of the most famous, and longest reigning, queens in history.National Geographic Readers have been a hit in the leveled reader category, and this book follows upon that success with the same combination of careful text, brilliant photographs, and fun approach to the high-interest biographies that has proved to be a winning formula with kids. The level 3 text provides accessible yet wide-ranging information for independent readers.In this real-life fairy tale, explore the early life, coronation, and years of service and achievements of one of the world
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HarperCollins Publishers Incredible True Stories (2) – Tragedy at Sea: The
Book SynopsisDiscover the astonishing facts about the Titanic and how it came to a catastrophic end in this illustrated, accessible and riveting account of one of history’s most famous disasters. On 10 April 1912, RMS Titanic set sail from Southampton on her maiden voyage to New York. This “Ship of Dreams” was the largest and most luxurious ocean liner in the world. It was claimed she was unsinkable. But four days later, when the ship struck an iceberg, the loss of Titanic and over 1,500 passengers would become one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history. In this fact-filled retelling of its construction and doomed maiden voyage, David Long brings Titanic’s tragic tale to life.Trade Review"Overflowing with astounding facts and fascinating illustrations and diagrams … This brilliantly accessible retelling of this unforgetable tragedy is a perfect and engaging read for history fanatics and reluctant readers alike" – LoveReading4Kids "[A] richly detailed and accessible account of Titanic for the modern age" – Lancashire Evening Post "A riveting retelling" – The Bookseller "A beautifully detailed non-fiction retelling … So engaging" – Kate Heap, Scope for Imagination
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Hachette Children's Group Mr Penguin and the Catastrophic Cruise
Book SynopsisFrom the international bestselling creator of Claude comes a hero like no other: Mr Penguin. Indiana Jones meets Hercule Poirot in this series from Alex T. Smith. Mr Penguin is boarding a luxury cruise ship. He doesn''t like water, and he can''t swim, but his friend Colin is performing with the Ladies Choir on board - and anyway, Mr Penguin feels like a rest after some busy Adventuring. What''s more, fish finger sandwiches are apparently available twenty-four hours a day. Heaven! But despite the glamorous film stars and party atmosphere, Mr Penguin can''t help but feel that something shifty is happening on board. And when he befriends a young stowaway with a mystery of her own to solve, he soon finds that Adventures are lying in wait after all ...This is the third Mr Penguin book with plenty of slapstick humour, mystery and adventure. Highly illustrated throughout with a striking black and orange design.Praise for Mr Pengui
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