Children & Teen Books
Little Tiger Press Group Change Starts With Us
Book SynopsisFrom saving water to ditching the car, there are many small changes we can make to help save our BEAUTIFUL PLANET! A gorgeous board book by award-winning illustrator Sophie Beer. From saving water to picking up rubbish, this book shows us lots of ways to be kind to the environment! Vibrant artwork is paired with simple, inspiring text to empower little readers in their ability to make important changes. Featuring chunky pages and a diverse array of charming characters, this book perfectly captures the many ways we can look after our planet! Don’t miss Sophie Beer’s other uplifting titles in the It's Cool to be Kind series, including You’re Fabulous As You Are, Kindness Makes Us Strong, Love Makes a Family and How to Say Hello.
£6.99
Enchanted Lion Books The Snail with the Right Heart: A True Story
Book Synopsis★ A Kirkus Best Book of 2021: A Best Informational Picture Book★ A Marginalian (formerly Brain Pickings) Best Children’s Book of 2021★ A Spirituality & Practice Best Spiritual Book of 2021Based on a real scientific event and inspired by a beloved real human in the author’s life, this is a story about science and the poetry of existence...The Snail with the Right Heart is a story about time and chance, genetics and gender, love and death, evolution and infinity—concepts often too abstract for the human mind to fathom, often more accessible to the young imagination; concepts made fathomable in the concrete, finite life of one tiny, unusual creature dwelling in a pile of compost amid an English garden. Emerging from this singular life is a lyrical universal invitation not to mistake difference for defect and to welcome, across the accordion scales of time and space, diversity as the wellspring of the universe’s beauty and resilience.This boldly illustrated book about evolution for children features a large gatefold that opens up to immerse readers in the story and will help kids understand that nature is all about differentiation and that being different is beautiful. Trade Review★ A Kirkus Best Book of 2021: A Best Informational Picture Book ★★ A Marginalian (formerly Brain Pickings) Best Children’s Book of 2021 ★★ A Spirituality & Practice Best Spiritual Book of 2021 ★★ “A poetic introduction to evolution, mutation, and the necessary reproduction to achieve both along the way. Author Popova takes readers on a journey through time, beginning with the emergence of single-celled organisms and ending on another one-in-a-million chance: a potential future snail with a particular, rare recessive gene. Gentle, lyrical text briefly outlines the evolution of modern life on Earth before introducing Jeremy, a common garden snail with a rare left-spiraling shell, found by chance by a human scientist who had recently listened to a snail researcher on the radio... Zhu’s soft, opaque illustrations of life on Earth, prehistoric and modern, micro and macro, are sure to enchant readers of all ages. The oversized trim allows her to play up the snail’s tininess in long perspectives, and close-ups are luscious; both enhance the narration’s sense of playful awe. A story as charmingly mesmerizing as a silvery snail’s trail on a summer morning.” —STARRED REVIEW, Kirkus “In a paean to the value of individual differences that is presented on a cosmic scale, Brain Pickings founder Popova (Figuring, for adults) relates the real-life story of Jeremy, a rare garden snail found in 2015 by a retired London scientist, whose shell spiraled to the left, signifying reversed internal anatomy—including a heart positioned on the right. Because of this, Jeremy, a hermaphrodite like all garden snails, required a similarly rare mate to procreate. Against a backdrop of biology, history, and genetics, Popova calls attention to differences of ability and the problem of the gender binary. In doing so, she elegantly underscores the desirability of genetic and other kinds of diversity, which is ‘always lovelier than sameness’ and makes communities ‘stronger and better able to adapt to change.’ Ping Zhu’s (The Strange Birds of Flannery O’Connor) art, however, turns a book about a humble snail into a riot of vibrant color, making for a celebration of the ‘strange and lovely little snail with a left-coiling shell and a right heart’ that is shot through with a strange loveliness of its very own.” —Publishers Weekly “The Snail With the Right Heart, written by Maria Popova and illustrated by Ping Zhu, tells the extraordinary true story of Jeremy, the lefty snail. Snails with left-spiraling shells are a one-in-a-million rarity, and the search for a mate for Jeremy became a British media sensation. Popova’s lyrical retelling and Ping Zhu’s simple, charming artwork add so much to an already marvelous story, introducing readers to the genetic significance of Jeremy’s rare mutation and to the concept of deep time (and how life exists within it).” —The New York Times “A book that dares to play with storytelling and science in a wholly different way... Popova has managed to do what some of the best nonfiction is capable of accomplishing. She has taken a true story and breathed life into it to make it human... And the art is just stunning... The art appears to be watercolors, and the colors just pop. While most garden variety snails are not usually considered the most colorful of critters, Ping finds broad sweeps of color in other places. From the metaphorical parade of evolution to the final image of a sun setting and the sky a red-orange-yellow-blue-purple-pink throb of tones, this is a treat to the eye.” —Elizabeth Bird, A Fuse #8 Production (A School Library Journal Blog) “Popova skillfully employs metaphor to connect Jeremy's story to the underlying science of evolution, as in presenting the explanation of why snails, who can reproduce on their own, prefer to seek a mate: ‘because diversity is always lovelier than sameness, and because it makes communities stronger and better able to adapt to change.’ … Zhu's illustrations, filled with swirling expanses of color, brilliantly portray the concept of a recessive gene as a tiny but persistent snail silhouette inches across the pages and through geologic time.” —The Horn Book “This lovely and informative picture book celebrates the rare life of Jeremy, a snail with a left-spiraling shell. [Popova] starts with an introduction to evolution that puts Jeremy’s unlikely mutation and even his random discovery by a British scientist into context. She gently and respectfully describes snails’ hermaphrodite nature and unusual reproductive process and follows the worldwide quest for a left-swirling mate. It’s a fascinating story and I loved that Popova managed to combine science and lyric sentences in a way that will invite questions and discussion... Zhu uses stunning watercolors for her illustrations. Every thick textured page is so supersaturated with hue that the pages still look damp... The snails themselves are well-suited to watercolor, with their dainty tentacles and shells built of overlapping swirls of pigment. One giant central trifold shows a colorful garden full of flowers; young readers can pour over it to find the snail. This is a philosophical and beautiful celebration of being different.” —Youth Services Book Review “Inspired by a true story, this picture book is a touching mix of poetic description and scientific facts. Popova’s language embraces the reader, showing them the beauty and wonder in mutation, genetics and evolution... She writes with real intention both to reveal the amazing nature around us but also to describe the science, including Jeremy’s mirror image body, the way that snails mate, and the work of the scientists who cared enough to explore his mutation. Zhu’s illustrations are awash in colors, from the blues of the original waters of life to the rich green of English gardens. Done in watercolor swirls and drips, the illustrations are a mix of close ups from a snail’s view and the bustle of humans transporting Jeremy and the other snails. There is even a lovely foldout page that invites readers to even more fully enter the depths of the garden. Full of wonder and science.” —Waking Brain Cells ★ “A retired scientist who—right after hearing a snail researcher interviewed on the radio—serendipitously comes upon a most unusual garden snail: its shell spirals the opposite direction from ordinary snails, left instead of right… This marvelous book by Maria Popova of Brain Pickings fame tells the story of this wise scientist's decision to send the little snail in a cozy box to the researcher, in case ‘its strangeness held some beautiful secret waiting to be unlocked.’ ... Because Popova's mind grasps a cosmic scope, she begins this whole story not with the snail, but way back ‘long ago, before half the stars that speckle the sky were born.’ By taking into account the scope of time up until the snail's discovery, she can gently unlock for young readers (ages 7-12 years) the marvels of mutation, [then] explore the wonder of genes, ‘like tiny seeds your parents plant in the garden that becomes your body.’ Never for a moment does this scientific story become dry. It is laced throughout with poetic imagery and humor.… At every step of the way, illustrator Ping Zhu is the perfect partner for these wide-ranging reflections on uniqueness, gender, love, and the grandeur of the universe.” —Patricia Campbell Carlson, Spirituality & Practice
£12.59
HarperCollins Publishers Minecraft Magical BiteSize Builds
Book SynopsisLearn how to build 20 enchanting mini-builds in Minecraft, with step-by-step instructions.Add some magic to your Overworld with these 20 new mini-projects, from mermaid lagoons and genie lamps to dragons' lairs and enchanting towers. There's even a giant magician's hat that spawns rabbits!With illustrated step-by-step instructions and tips throughout, this book will have you creating loads of magical builds to impress your friends with.Other exciting projects include:Pumpkin Carriage Fairy-Tale PalaceHouse in a ShoeMagic Mirror And many more! Looking for more epic build ideas in the world of Minecraft? Try these:Minecraft Bite-Size Builds: 978 0755500406Minecraft Amazing Bite-Size Builds: 978 0008495954Minecraft Super Bite-Size Builds 978 0008534127Minecraft Mega Bite-Size Builds 978 0008615680
£9.49
Simon & Schuster Away
Book SynopsisIn a compelling follow-up to Aladdin's sleeper hit ALONE--now a New York Times bestseller--this powerful and dramatic novel in verse addresses the question what threat? and explores the events and aftermath from multiple all-new points of view and a variety of narrative formats.
£10.44
Nosy Crow Ltd Welcome to Our Table A Celebration of What
Book SynopsisFind out what children eat all around the world in this beautifully illustrated book, written by bestselling poet and author Laura Mucha, alongside acclaimed cookbook author Ed Smith. Shortlisted for the Fortnum & Mason Food and Drink Awards 2024 and The Week Junior Book Awards 2024!From pasta to passionfruit, baguettes to biryani, ramen to rambutan, there are so many different dishes and delicacies all around the world. In this fascinating book, young children can learn all about what people in other countries eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as where our food comes from, and the stories, cultures and traditions behind what we eat. A unique, warm-hearted book that will teach children understanding, empathy and respect of differing experiences, cultures and tradition. With engaging, colourful artwork on every page by award-winning illustrator Harriet Lynas. When my two were little, this would have been a favourite book, something that showed them the world, introduced different foods and cultures, had some amazing facts and that I - rather selfishly - would have enjoyed and learnt from too - Diana Henry, Waitrose WeekendEngaging information, combined with colourful illustrations, makes this a winning choice for any budding young chef - GQ Magazine
£8.99
Flying Eye Books Marcy and the Riddle of the Sphinx
Book SynopsisBuried amongst the treasures in Professor Brownstone’s vault, lie his most prized possessions – a humble collection of books. Filled with stories from his ancestors, they contain tales of fearless fighters, unlikely heroes and legends from years gone by. Many years have passed since the tale of Arthur and the Golden Rope and Arthur is now a world-famous adventurer. If only his daughter Marcy shared his enthusiasm for exploration... Determined to bring out Marcy’s adventurous side, Arthur sets off to Egypt to bring back the legendary Book of Thoth. When Arthur doesn’t return, Marcy must follow in his footsteps. Can she overcome her fears and rescue her father from the clutches of the Great Sphinx? Now in Paperback!Trade ReviewA real treat for kids that love adventure, exciting mythical characters and quick reads. * BookTrust *A gentle introduction to Ancient Egyptian mythology in the form of an exciting quest narrative. * Books For Topics *This is a wonderful book, full of rip-roaring adventure, double crossing Egyptian gods, monsters and brilliant clues to solve. * theschoolrun.com *
£8.54
Sourcebooks, Inc My Fault Deluxe Edition
Book SynopsisLIMITED EDITION - WHILE STOCKS LAST!** Now an Amazon Prime original movie **The first book in the viral Culpable trilogy that has taken BookTok and Wattpad by storm now available in this Deluxe Edition with an exclusive rainbow-effect cover and pink sprayed edges. ***Fast-paced and sizzling with a forbidden enemies to lovers romance, My Fault is the first book in Mercedes Ron's Culpable trilogy. Seventeen-year-old Noah Morgan loves her quiet, normal life in Toronto. But when her mother returns from a cruise unexpectedly married to a billionaire and announces they are moving to L.A., Noah is suddenly shoved out of her comfort zone and into a glittering world of illegal street races, lavish pool parties, and spoiled rich kids. And her new stepbrother Nicholas is the most spoiled of them all. Arrogant, aloof, and viciously attractive, Nick is everything she hates, especially when she learns his bad boy persona isn't just a façade. She's spent her life running from danger, and Nick is
£9.49
Abrams Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend
Book SynopsisFall in love with a turtle wearing a bear suit—determined to prove that he’s a “for-real” bear—in this laugh-out-loud silly friendship story from the award-winning Bob Shea, author-illustrator of the popular Dinosaur VS. series and Unicorn Thinks He’s Pretty Great 3 starred reviews! 'Fresh, expressive, and wildly colorful.' (Booklist starred review) When a turtle in a bear suit claims he is a “for-real” bear, he must prove himself to another turtle who just so happens to be a for-real bear expert. Hilarity ensues as Bearsuit Turtle proves he can climb trees, hibernate, and do other for-real bear stuff . . . like riding bikes, eating ice cream, and smashing pumpkins. But when Bear-Expert Turtle reveals a secret, Bearsuit Turtle has to admit a truth of his own. Whether or not these two turtles are for-real bears or experts, they just might become for-real friends. With a fabulously endearing, offbeat, and memorable new character; playful, true-to-life child dynamics; and a goofy, kid-perfect sense of humor, Bearsuit Turtle Makes a Friend is sure to charm readers everywhere. Includes a page of “for-real bear facts” at the end.
£12.59
Titan Books Ltd Sky in the Deep
Book SynopsisRaised to be a warrior, seventeen-year-old Eelyn fights alongside her Aska clansmen in an ancient, god-decreed rivalry against the Riki clan. Her life is brutal but simple: train to fight and fight to survive. Until the day she sees the impossible on the battlefield—her brother, fighting with the enemy—the brother she watched die five years ago. Eelyn loses her focus and is captured. Now, she must survive the winter in the mountains with the Riki, in a village where every neighbor is an enemy, every battle scar possibly one she delivered. But when the Riki village is raided by a ruthless clan settling in the valley, Eelyn is even more desperate to get back to her beloved Aska clan, which is rumored to have been decimated by the same horde. She is given no choice but to trust Fiske, her brother’s friend who tried to kill her the day she was captured. They must do the impossible: unite the clans to fight together, or risk being slaughtered one by one. Driven by a love for her clan and her growing love for Fiske, Eelyn must confront her own definition of loyalty and find a way to forgive her brother while daring to put her faith in the people she’s spent her life killing.
£8.54
Square Fish Nowhere Boy
Book SynopsisA resistance novel for our time. The New York TimesA hopeful story about recovery, empathy, and the bravery of young people. Booklist This well-crafted and suspenseful novel touches on the topics of refugees and immigrant integration, terrorism, Islam, Islamophobia, and the Syrian war with sensitivity and grace. Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewFourteen-year-old Ahmed is stuck in a city that wants nothing to do with him. Newly arrived in Brussels, Belgium, Ahmed fled a life of uncertainty and suffering in Aleppo, Syria, only to lose his father on the perilous journey to the shores of Europe. Now Ahmed's struggling to get by on his own, but with no one left to trust and nowhere to go, he's starting to lose hope.Then he meets Max, a thirteen-year-old American boy from Washington, D.C. Lonely and homesick, Max is struggling at his new school and just can't seem to do anything right. But with one startling discovery
£8.87
Simon Spotlight Transformers One Movie Novelization
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£6.90
Dover Publications Inc. Creative Haven Gnome for the Holidays Coloring
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£8.04
Scholastic Rise of the Ancients
Book SynopsisOliver, Regina, Joule, and Anton helped avert a catastrophic zombiesurge, but the battle has only just begun. Nix has a dangeroussecret -- one that'll change everything the kids know about thezombies... and where their loyalties belong.
£7.59
Magic Cat Publishing The World to Come
Book Synopsis Stunning picture book collaboration from bestselling author Robert Macfarlane, actor Johnny Flynn and illustrator Emily SuttonOn my way through the wood wound a thread through the dream... Take a lyrical journey with a father and son who walk together through an ever-changing landscape and discover a world to come that''s filled with hope. This beautiful book sings with a love of words and rhythm, and vividly conjures the magic of nature.Astonishing artwork makes this picture book an instant classic An all-star collaboration created by actor-musician Johnny Flynn, bestselling author Robert Macfarlane and award-winning illustrator Emily Sutton An instant classic showcasing the beauty of nature Wonderful read-aloud text that sings with a love of words and rhythm Stunning illustrations for a picture book filled with hope and wonder
£11.69
Scholastic Who Would Win Extreme Animal Rumble
Book SynopsisEighty fierce animals battle it out in this exciting bind-up featuringfive books in this action-packed animal series!Which dangerous animals would win in a fight? Find out in this awesomebind-up of five books in the popular Who Would Win? series!
£10.78
Hardie Grant Children's Publishing Claris Magnificent Mess
Book SynopsisIn the eighth fabulous picture book in Megan Hess's best-selling series, Claris's friends help her move into an iconic new atelier in Paris! When Claris's friends ask her to create some chic new fashion looks for them, she’s only too happy to help. There’s just one problem: her apartment is tiny, her friends are too big, and she's soon surrounded by a magnificent mess! Her best friend Monsieur has an idea: there’s a secret room at the top of the Eiffel Tower that would give her plenty of space. But how will they get her belongings all the way to the top? Compassion is always in fashion in this beloved series about Claris the mouse and her adventures in Paris and beyond! Created by the beloved fashion illustrator and art director Megan Hess, these stunning stories are told in delightful rhyme and feature an abundance of adorable animal characters. Perfect for readers aged 3 and up, the whole family will enjoy the adventur
£12.74
Penguin Random House Children's UK Our Infinite Fates
£12.59
Scholastic Call Down the Hawk The Dreamer Trilogy 1
Book SynopsisFrom the #1 New York Times Bestselling author of The Raven Cycle,the mesmerizing story of those who can bring parts of their dreamsinto reality . . . and those who will stop at nothing to destroythem.
£8.54
Scholastic Ninja Kid 2 Flying Ninja
Book SynopsisNelson is a ninja. He is not the coolest. Or the bravest. But he is the worlds nerdiest ninja! And now he has to stopan animal rampage and machines going crazy all over town! Forthat, he will need his new jetpack... and some serious ninja skills!How will Nelson learn to fly when he is scared of heights?!
£6.99
HarperCollins Publishers English Visual Dictionary A photo guide to
Book SynopsisThe home of trusted full-colour visual dictionaries for everyday use.A photographic guide to 3000 key words and phrases in British English. This attractive pocket-sized book is a perfect English language travel companion and guide to life and culture in the UK.Everyday words are arranged in themes with carefully selected up-to-date images to illustrate key words and phrases. A helpful index allows you to find words quickly as you learn.3,000 essential words and phrases for modern life in the UK are at your fingertips with topics covering food and drink, home life, work and school, shopping, sport and leisure, transport, technology, and the environment.Great care has been given to represent modern British culture and enhance your experience of Britain and its people, including customs, celebrations, and festivals.Plus, you can download your free audio to hear native speakers pronounce the word for each image and get your pronunciation pitch perfect, available from collinsdictionary.com/
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd The Last Pebble
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£7.59
Candlewick Press,U.S. Where's Waldo? The Wonder Book
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£8.54
Oxford University Press Oxford First French Flashcards
Book SynopsisOxford First French Flashcards are a tried and tested way for children to learn French words. 50 cards introduce children to time, weather, opposites, numbers, shapes, food, colours, and transport words, and more. Plus five extra cards are packed with ideas and instructions for games to reinforce learning.
£7.50
Pan Macmillan One Ted Falls Out of Bed 20th Anniversary Edition
Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson has written some of the world's best-loved children's books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, which together have sold over 17 million copies worldwide, and the hugely successful What the Ladybird Heard adventures. Julia also writes fiction, including the Princess Mirror-Belle books illustrated by Lydia Monks, as well as poems, plays and songs and her brilliant live shows are always in demand. She was Children's Laureate 2011-13 and has been honoured with a CBE for Services to Literature. Julia and her husband Malcolm divide their time between West Sussex and Edinburgh.Anna Currey's warm, classic watercolour style has brought to life many enchanting picture books. Her previous work for Macmillan includes Rosie's Hat, also written by Julia Donaldson. Anna was born in Norfolk, grew up in Ireland and now lives near Bath with her husband.
£7.59
Michael O'Mara Books Ltd Crossword Challenges for Clever Kids®
Book SynopsisFrom the creators of the bestselling Brain Games for Clever Kids®, this puzzle book is ideal for crossword enthusiasts. It’s packed with crossword challenges to complete and will provide hours of fun. Clever kids can put their brain through its paces as there's plenty of content to test their word power. All the answers can be found at the back of the book.From bestselling puzzle book author Dr Gareth Moore, the creator of the chart-topping Clever Kids series which has sold over 460,000 copies in the UK. Other books in the series include: 9781780552491 Brain Games for Clever Kids® 9781780553078 Wordsearches for Clever Kids® 9781780553146 Quiz Book for Clever Kids® 9781780553085 Crosswords for Clever Kids® 9781780554723 Brain Gaming for Clever Kids® 9781780555409 Maths Games for Clever Kids® 9781780554730 Word Games for Clever Kids®9781780555621 Times Tables Games for Clever Kids®9781780555638 Travel Puzzles for Clever Kids®9781780555935 10-Minute Brain Games for Clever Kids®
£5.99
Bonnier Books Ltd Disney Villains The Evilest of them All
Book SynopsisDisney fans of all ages will enjoy this peek into the minds of the villains from their favourite films - featuring a unique insight from their evil perspectives through individual profiles and detailed illustrations.
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Everything Under the Sun
Book SynopsisHow much bamboo can a giant panda eat?Do aliens exist?What we would do if we didn''t have a prime minister?Why do hammerhead sharks have such strange-shaped heads?Find out the answers to these curious questions and much, much more!Ponder where ideas come from with award-winning illustrator, Rob Biddulph. Find out why you taste things differently when you have a cold with Michelin star chef, Heston Blumenthal. Learn about everything from how astronauts see in the dark to what the biggest dinosaur was with experts from the Natural History Museum.Fascinating facts are accompanied by gorgeous illustrations making the perfect gift for Christmas. Whether you read a question a day, or dip into it whenever you are feeling curious, this is a book to treasure and share all year round.Illustrated by Momoko Abe, Kelsey Buzzell, Beatrice Cerocchi, Alice Courtley, Sandra de la Prada, Grace Easton, Manuela Montoya Escobar, Richard Jones, Lisa Koesterke, Gwen Millward, Sally Mullaney, and Laurie Stansfield.
£21.25
Margaret K. McElderry Books Falling Like Leaves
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£11.25
Bonnier Books Ltd Pinocchio (Disney Animated Classics): A deluxe
Book SynopsisA retelling of Disney Pinocchio, accompanied by art from the original Disney Studio artists. Collect the whole Animated Classics series!This beautiful hardback features premium cloth binding, a ribbon marker to match the cover, foil stamping and illustrated endpapers, making this the perfect gift for all those who have been enchanted by the magic of Pinocchio and a book to be treasured by all.A family favourite for eighty years, Disney Pinocchio is one of the best-loved films of all time. Relive the magic through this retelling of the classic animated film, accompanied by paintings, story sketches and concept art from the original Disney Studio artists. Also featured is a foreword by Mike Gabriel, an art director at the Walt Disney Animation Studios. Turn to the back of the book to learn more about the artists who worked on this iconic animated film.
£12.74
HarperCollins Publishers Minecraft Epic Bases
Book SynopsisTwelve mind-blowing Minecraft builds to spark your imagination.Epic Bases contains twelve mind-blowing builds to inspire you to construct the most incredible bases in Minecraft. There''s a glittering ice palace, an ancient mummy''s tomb, a floating scientist''s laboratory and an entire kingdom of sweets, plus many more.Each build is presented to you by its builder a construction expert eager to share their tips with you. As well as learning how to choose blocks and construct amazing builds, you''ll also learn some excellent pro builder tips like how to terraform the landscape.Try our indispensable handbooks for your Minecraft journey:Minecraft Redstone Handbook 978 0008495992Minecraft Survival Handbook 978 0755503452Minecraft Creative Handbook 978 0755500413Minecraft Combat Handbook 978 0755500420Minecraft Explorers Handbook 9780008608507Minecraft Legends Handbook 978 0008595012Brilliant books full of inspiration:Minecraft Bite Size Builds: 978 0755500406Minecraft Amazing Bite Size Bu
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Pan Macmillan Best of All
Book SynopsisA joyous and uplifting celebration of you, from bestselling author Smriti Halls and star illustrator Chaaya Prabhat.
£7.59
Anness Publishing The Fairy Tales of Oscar Wilde: The complete
Book SynopsisOscar Wilde's fairy tales were, he said, "meant partly for children, and partly for those who have kept the childlike faculties of wonder and joy." The tales include The Happy Prince, The Remarkable Rocket, and The Fisherman and his Soul. In them, Wilde mocks the self-important and self-righteous, and celebrates the virtues of pity and charity. Finely-wrought, and studded with dazzling word-pictures, these are stories to treasure. In this new edition, which contains all of Wilde's fairy tales, his rich prose is evoked beautifully with the sumptuous, intricate work of artist Isabelle Brent. With an insightful introduction by Neil Philip, this is surely the definitive edition of Wilde's classic tales.
£9.50
Hodder & Stoughton Belladonna
Book SynopsisThis gorgeous new edition of BELLADONNA comes from the HODDERSCAPE VAULT . . . giving fans who missed out first time round a chance to own a beautiful hardback copy with beautiful new foil on the case. ''A deliciously deadly Gothic romance'' STEPHANIE GARBER ''Secrets, curses, mystery, romance, and Death!'' JENNIFER ARMENTROUT''Decadently atmospheric'' KERRI MANISCALCO The New York Times bestselling gothic, fantasy romance set in a world of wealth, desire and betrayal.Your name is no curse, Little Bird. I just like the taste of it.Orphaned as a child, Signa Farrow has been raised by a string of guardians, each more interested in her wealth than her well-being - and each has met an untimely end. Her only remaining relatives are the elusive Hawthornes, an eccentric family living at Thorn Grove, an estate both glittering and gloomy.When a restless spirit appears claimi
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Hachette Children's Group Famous Five Colour Short Stories Five to the
Book SynopsisJoin the Famous Five on a brand-new adventure in this NEWLY CREATED story for children aged 5 and up! When the Famous Five are enjoying a picnic on Kirrin Island they spot a lamb in trouble. With no one else on hand to help, it''s up to the Five launch a rescue mission. Will they make it in time? Set in the world of Enid Blyton''s best-loved series, this newly created story follows Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog on a special new adventure. The story is broken down into six short chapters with vibrant, full-colour illustrations on every page - perfect for shared reading or for newly confident readers to enjoy independently. Also look out for: The Birthday Adventure, illustrated by Becka Moor. Enid Blyton''s eight original short stories about the Famous Five are also available as early readers illustrated by Jamie Littler. Collect them all! A Lazy AfternoonGeorge''s Hair Is Too LongWell Done, Famous Five Five and
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Walker Books Ltd How to Apologise
Book SynopsisFrom two Theodor Seuss Geisel Awardwinning creators comes a funny and handy guide that explains just how (and how not!) to say I'm sorry.Wouldn't the world be a better place if everyone knew how to apologise? Luckily, this humorous guidebook is full of practical tips about when, why, and how to say you're sorry. From a porcupine who accidentally popped his friend's balloon to a snail who was running so fast he stepped on a sloth's toes, hilarious examples and sweet illustrations abound. For both listeners who are just learning and older readers who need a refresher, this book will come as a welcome reminder that even though apologising can be hard, it doesn't have to be complicated.
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group Malory Towers Collection 3
Book SynopsisEnormously popular all over the world, Enid Blyton's Malory Towers series combines everything that makes school so special - friendships, learning, sports, plays and mischief!
£9.74
Usborne Publishing Shipwrecked
Book SynopsisThe perfect adventure story, packed with humour, just the right amount of danger and with amazing illustrations. Dermot O'LearyThree kids face shipwrecks, survival and pirates in the latest adventure from bestselling and award-winning author Jenny Pearson. Sebastian Sunrise and his two best friends, Lina and Étienne, are in a bit of trouble. They are stranded on a desert island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, after a rowing race went very, very wrong. The friends have no idea how long they might have to stay on the island, so they make a plan. They will try to survive, look after the island's baby turtles, and have fun, if they can. But Sebastian's life has never gone to plan, and they quickly face jellyfish stings, burnt bums and an out-of-control goat. But when a boat arrives, bringing pirates who want to hunt the island's baby turtles, the friends face their greatest danger yet... A very funny refutation of Lord of the Flies. The Sunday Times Praise for Jenny Pearson:SHO
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The One and Only Ivan
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Penguin Random House Children's UK Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Colour Edition
Book SynopsisA BRAND-NEW EDITION IN GLORIOUS FULL-COLOUR!Our tour is about to begin. Please don''t wander off. Mr Wonka wouldn''t like to lose any of you at this stage of the proceedings . . .Mr Willy Wonka is the most extraordinary chocolate maker in the world. And do you know who Charlie is? Charlie Bucket is the hero.The other children in this book are nasty little beasts, called: Augustus Gloop - a great big greedy nincompoop Veruca Salt - a spoiled brat Violet Beauregarde - a repulsive little gum-chewer Mike Teavee - a boy who only watches television Clutching their Golden Tickets, they arrive at Wonka''s chocolate factory. But what mysterious secrets will they discover?Trade ReviewHe was our modern Pied Piper * The Times *Blake is beyond brilliant . . . his partnership with Roald Dahl was made in heaven * Daily Telegraph *The ultimate children's story, ever -- David Walliams
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Simon & Schuster The Going To Bed Book
Book SynopsisBigger is better for Boynton! One of Sandra Boynton's best selling titles now available in this large format board book - perfect for reading aloud!
£6.99
Simon & Schuster Ltd Slug in Love
Book SynopsisThe irresistible story of one slug's search for love from picture book bestsellers Rachel Bright and Nadia Shireen. Pure, riotous, nonsensical joy' - The Guardian Doug the slug needs a hug. But who wants to hug a slug called Doug? Snuggle up with lonesome Doug on his search for love in this completely charming picture book which shows that you just never know when love might come flying by... (And which introduces an unsuspecting world to snail superstar, Gail!) A warm and endearing rhyming text by Rachel Bright (Love Monster, The Lion Inside) is perfectly paired with funny and fabulous illustrations by Nadia Shireen (Good Little Wolf, Billy and the Beast) in this adorable future classic.
£6.99
Simon & Schuster Ltd The Survivor Wants to Die at the End
Book SynopsisThe third book in the No. 1 global bestselling They Both Die at the End series. What if you could find out your death date from a single phone call? Death-Cast is calling . . . will you answer? ‘If They Both Die at the End broke your heart and put it back together again, be prepared for this novel to do the same. A tender, sad, hopeful and youthful story that deserves as much love as its predecessor.’ Culturefly ‘[A] heart-pounding story [full] of emotion and suspense.’ Kirkus ‘An extraordinary book with a riveting plot.’ Booklist Two strangers, each with their own complicated relationship to Death-Cast, help each other learn to live. Paz Dario stays up every night, waiting for the Death-Cast call that would mean he doesn’t have to keep faking his way through this lonely life. After a devastating day, Paz decides he’s done waiting around for Death-Cast. If they say he’s not dying, he’ll just have to prove them wrong. But right before Paz can die, a boy saves his life. Alano Rosa is heir to the Death-Cast empire that encourages everyone to live their best lives, but he doesn’t feel in control of his own existence thanks to his father. And with a violent organisation called the Death Guard threatening Alano, his End Day might be closer than he thinks. It’s time to live. Fate brings Paz and Alano together. But they must survive the tragic trials ahead so no one dies at the end. This book contains themes that some readers may find difficult. PRAISE FOR ADAM SILVERA: ‘There isn’t a teenager alive who won't find their heart described perfectly on these pages.’ Patrick Ness, author of The Knife of Never Letting Go ‘Adam Silvera is a master at capturing the infinite small heartbreaks of love and loss and grief.’ Nicola Yoon, author of Everything, Everything ‘A phenomenal talent.’ Juno Dawson, author of Clean and Wonderland ‘Bold and haunting.’ Lauren Oliver, author of Delirium
£15.29
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets:
Book SynopsisJim Kay’s dazzling depiction of J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world has won legions of fans since the first Illustrated Edition of the Harry Potter novels was published in hardback in 2015, becoming a bestseller around the world. This irresistible smaller-format paperback edition of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets perfectly pairs J.K. Rowling's storytelling genius with the enchantment of Jim Kay's illustrations, bringing the magic of Harry Potter to new readers with full-colour pictures and a handsome poster pull-out at the back of the book. This edition has been beautifully redesigned with selected illustration highlights – the fully illustrated edition is still available in hardback. Fizzing with magic and brimming with humour, this inspired reimagining will captivate wizards and Muggles alike, as Harry and his friends, now in their second year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, seek out a legendary chamber and the deadly secret that lies at its heart …Trade ReviewSeeing Jim Kay’s illustrations moved me profoundly. I love his interpretation of Harry Potter’s world, and I feel honoured and grateful that he has lent his talent to it * J.K. Rowling *One of the greatest literary adventures of modern times * Sunday Telegraph *The Harry Potter stories will join that small group of children’s books which are read and reread into adulthood * Times Literary Supplement *Kay’s illustrated edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is a triumph – a book so alive it seems to jump, explode and slither out of your hands as you read * Telegraph on HARRY POTTER AND THE PHILOSOPHER'S STONE ILLUSTRATED EDITION *
£16.14
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Kirby Manga Mania Vol. 8
Book SynopsisKirby and friends get up to yummy hijinks in this delightful manga collection.
£8.54
Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc Pokemon Scarlet Violet Vol. 2
Book SynopsisAdventures inspired by the best-selling video games.
£5.69
White Star My First Book of the Human Body: Montessori
Book SynopsisThis book accompanies children aged five and up on the discovery of their own bodies with an overview of each body area and the most important internal organs, starting at the top with the head and continuing down to the feet. The cards are inspired by the Montessori Method and help the children to develop an awareness of their own bodies by helping them to learn the name, the position, the size and the function of each organ. Each child interacts with the book but also carries out exercises directly with his or her own body in order to learn to observe it and listen to it. Ages 5 plus
£8.21
Pan Macmillan Celestial Monsters
Book SynopsisAiden Thomas is a trans, Latinx, New York Times bestselling author with an MFA in Creative Writing from Mills College. Originally from Oakland, California, they now make their home in Portland, OR. Aiden is notorious for not being able to guess the endings of books and movies, and organizes their bookshelves by colour. Their books include Cemetery Boys, Lost in the Never Woods, The Sunbearer Trials and Celestial Monsters.
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Pete the Cat and the Perfect Pizza Party
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£11.69
