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Book SynopsisDiscover The Polar Express, a true Christmas classic, with this gifty, miniature hardback edition. "Magical" Guardian "Evocative and atmospheric" Sunday Times "A thrilling tale" Independent All aboard the Polar Express to the North Pole! Follow one boy's journey to recieve a very special gift from Santa himself: a bell that only true believers in Father Christmas can hear ring. Discover the beloved Christmas classic that inspired the blockbuster family favourite movie starring Tom Hanks.Trade Review"You could do no better. Bittersweet, beautifully told, trad book." * The New Review (Supp.To the Observer) Christmas Books 2014 *"A magical Christmas tale that is not to be missed and shared with all the family." * Lovereading4Kids *"Utterly perfect Christmas tale. One of the most atmospheric and perfectly paced Christmas stories ever written for children." * Read it Daddy! Blog *"A book to keep and remember." * Newbury Weekly News, Caroline Franklin *"This classic tale is beautifully illustrated and helps children understand the value of presents." * Smallish *

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Book SynopsisDiscover the magic of the night in this enchanting sound book. Little children will love listening to sleeping cats purring, owls twit-twooing and bats squeaking when they press the sound buttons on the pages of this beautifully illustrated book. There's a simple story to read aloud, holes to peep through and fingertrails to explore, too.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Professor Brownstone's vault - containing ancient relics from around the world, all collected by his famous ancestors! This fan favourite is coming to shelves in paperback! Follow the epic journey of Brownstone's earliest ancestor, Arthur, and travel back to the age of the Vikings where this bookish young adventurer must find the courage to save his village and defeat the mighty beast Fenrir...Trade ReviewA beautiful, immersive introduction to Norse mythology. * The Guardian *A real treat for kids that love adventure, exciting mythical characters and quick reads. * BookTrust *The beautifully detailed illustrations that our hero travels through while utilising his PC-game-like inventory of collected objects make this an exciting, action packed read. -- Children's Books Ireland

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Book SynopsisExplore the savannah with Simba and pals in this 5-in-1 colouring book

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic Sherlock Holmes mystery – at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! Also includes a QR code for the free audiobook! Body thought to be that of E.J. Drebber discovered last night in empty London house. No obvious cause of death. Address given as Cleveland, Ohio. Any information would be appreciated. After a mysterious murder leaves the police baffled, the world’s best amateur detective is asked to investigate. With Dr Watson at his side, Sherlock Holmes sets about uncovering a quest for revenge that runs far deeper than anybody suspected.Trade ReviewIn this first volume, Dr. Watson narrates the story wherein he first meets the eccentric sleuth. Returning to London in 1879 after a bullet wound in Afghanistan ended his career as an army surgeon, Watson decides to share lodgings with Holmes, a strange man who conducts forensic experiments in a hospital chemistry lab. The two quickly plunge into their first case: who killed E.J. Drebber, an American whose body is found in an empty house? Colorful characters appear to add clues, bumbling police provide humor, but readers will be more intrigued by Holmes’s extraordinary talent for discerning obscure details and the team’s use of logic to solve mysteries than the solution itself. Droll full- and partial-page black-and-white illustrations liven up the text. Inset definitions of potentially unfamiliar terms keep the story moving along. A quick, fun read and an accessible introduction to a popular classic British literary personality. -- School Library JournalThis is an excellent introduction to the amazing world of Sherlock Holmes. Sherlock Holmes is one of literature's finest characters and I am so pleased to see him available for younger readers. This series of books has the characters, the crimes and solving the riddles all laid out perfectly clear for readers. -- Erin Hamilton, LibrarianThis is a book I’ll share with my nephew and people I know who are learning English so they can practice reading and also have fun during the process. -- Natalia I. Valia, EducatorThis was so charming, I wish it had been around when I was younger. -- Erin Benediction, ReviewerA terrific way to introduce young children to one of the most famous detectives ever – Sherlock Holmes. I recommend this to all young budding sleuths and detectives as a way to learn about an important literary character along with some historical information. -- Christi, ReviewerI've read all the Sherlock Holmes books and I loved that this book allows our younger generation to enjoy Sherlock and his sidekick Dr Watson. I will definitely get this for my daughter aged 10yrs to read as she enjoys crime and mystery novels. I would happily read the others in the series. -- Charley Reads, BloggerI really enjoyed reading this, I have never read a Sherlock Holmes book. It introduced you to the main characters and was a great start to a collection for middle grade. My son is 7 and I would definitely get him reading this once he’s moved on from his first chapter books. -- Becky Way, ReviewerI thoroughly enjoyed it, the story sticking to the plot that we know and love yet simplified for a younger audience. I loved the illustrations from Arianna Bellucci and also the explanations of terms that children may not be aware of. -- Karen O'Hare, ReviewerI hope to introduce my 6-year-old to Sherlock Holmes soon and this book will be a great way to do so. I definitely recommend this for younger readers. -- Kennedy Penn-O'Toole, LibrarianA classic which in this new edition has been added the illustrations created by Arianna Bellucci, that gives the book a more modern and contemporary character. -- Libros Happy, ReviewerA quick, fun read and an accessible introduction to a popular classic British literary personality. -- School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisThe year was Something Something. Humans had spread like peanut butter across the galaxy, looking for new planets to call Somewhere. One of those planets was Somewhere Five One Three. When the humans arrive on Somewhere 513, they discover that the robots sent to prepare the planet for Humanity’s arrival have chosen to keep it for themselves. Only one robot remains loyal – K1-NG, aka King of the Robots. But even with the most powerful robot on their side, the outlawed humans don’t stand a chance. Ten years on, Gnat and her sister Paige are the only humans left and have spent their lives hidden underground. Now they must venture out in search of the one robot that stood by the humans. There’s just one problem – the once mighty K1-NG has vowed never to help another human for as long as he lives… The first in a hugely original and entertaining new trilogy for middle grade readers from the award-winning author of STITCH HEAD. For fans of Maz Evans and Thomas Taylor.

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Book SynopsisA fantastic series from the best-selling author of Night World.

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Book SynopsisA charming and playful picture book told with humour and heart from the brilliant team behind Ten Delicious Teachers.The penguin pack play all day long. And when the sun goes down, and the night grows cold and dark…“PENGUIN HUDDLE!” The penguins squeeze and squish together to stay warm and cosy. But one night, there is a freezing gale. And the next morning … the penguins are stuck! They are frozen together like a giant penguin ice pop. What a penguin MUDDLE! Nobody in the Antarctic can figure out how to unstick them. But Pipsqueak, the smallest penguin of them all, has a brilliant idea... They must adventure out of their snowy home to a vibrant city across the great, gleaming ocean to solve their penguin puzzle.This light-hearted tale of jolly penguins big and small is a celebration of friendship, community spirit and helping those in trouble.Trade ReviewFeatured in the Bookseller's November Previews -- 25/08/2022 * Bookseller *Enchanting, heartwarming and fun, this will be my winter assembly read aloud. The cover illustration is my favourite but the entire book is full of colour, detail and charm. * My Shelves are Full *A charming and playful picture book told with humour and heart * BookTime *This is a cracking tale of friendship, community and helping those in trouble that will surely melt the hearts of young audiences and the readers aloud who share it with them, be they huddled, cuddled or snuggled. * Red Reading Hub *[…]delightful comic celebration of community […] Penguin Huddle is full of surprises, and Warburton’s penguin portraits packed with character. * 'The Books for Keeps Christmas Gift Guide', Books for Keeps *

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Book Synopsis The first book in the heart-stopping The Darkest Minds trilogy, also now a major movie, from the bestselling author of Lore. Ruby is sixteen. She is dangerous. And she is alive. For now.A mysterious disease has killed most of America's children. Ruby might have survived, but she and the others have emerged with something far worse than a virus: frightening abilities they cannot control. Pressured by the government, Ruby's parents sent her to Thurmond, a brutal state 'rehabilitation camp', where she has learned to fear and suppress her new power. But what if mastering it is a whole generation's only chance for survival?'A riveting emotional read that kept me on the edge.' - Melissa Marr, author of Wicked LovelyAlexandra Bracken is the New York Times bestselling author of Passenger, Wayfarer and The Darkest Minds series. Visit her online at www.alexandrabracken.com and on Twitter @alexbracken.Trade ReviewA riveting emotional read that kept me on the edge. -- Melissa Marr, author of Wicked LovelyHaunting ... Bracken creates a gripping and terrifying dystopian world. * Kirkus Reviews *The story's quick-paced action leads to a heartbreaking cliffhanger that will have readers eager for the next book ... * Publishers Weekly *A new twist on dystopia, this is one not to miss. * Romantic Times *

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Book SynopsisAn empowering retelling of Little Red Riding Hood about challenging the traditional narratives we are told, with a confident, autistic character at its heart.Gina Kaminski is here to tell you three facts.1 Little Red Riding Hood is full of BIG mistakes.2 She is off to fairy tale land to fix them.3 She WILL save the wolf.Who's afraid of the big bad wolf? Certainly not Gina as she takes the narrative lead and tells the story in her own distinctive way. With fantastic illustrations from Francis Martin, and an innovative use of pictorial emoji language, this is the ideal book to empower every child to be the hero of their own story. Fans of Little Red by Bethan Woollvin, Luna Loves Dance by Joseph Coelho and Fiona Lumbers and Look Up! by Nathan Bryon and Dapo Adeola will love Gina Kaminski Saves the Wolf.PRAISE FOR GINA KAMINSKI SAVES THE WOLF

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Book SynopsisGet stuck in with Bluey and friends!With over 90 stickers, get ready for oodles of fun and games with Bluey, Bingo and all of their friends. Play along by using your stickers to help them build forts, create shadow paths in a game of Shadowlands and so much more!Want more Bluey stick and play fun? Also available: Bluey: Meet Bluey! Sticker Activity Book

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Book SynopsisThe follow up YA thriller from the author of the international bestseller One of Us is Lying.A perfect town is hiding secrets. Secrets that somebody would kill to keep hidden. Ellery''s never been to Echo Ridge, but she''s heard all about it.It''s where her aunt went missing at age sixteen, never to return. Where a Homecoming Queen''s murder five years ago made national news.And now she has to live there with her estranged grandmother, after her mother lands in rehab. Malcolm grew up in the shadow of the Homecoming Queen''s death.His older brother was the prime suspect and left Echo Ridge in disgrace.But now he''s back- just as mysterious threats appear around town, hinting that a killer will strike again. Then another girl disappears.As Ellery and Malcolm race to unravel what happened, they realise every secret has layers in Echo Ridge. ''Tightly plotted and brilliantly written, with sharp, believable characters, this whodunit is utterly irresistible'' - HEATTrade ReviewWhen it comes to YA suspense, Karen M. McManus is in a league of her own * Entertainment Weekly *It's easy to see why queen of teen crime Karen McManus is a bestseller on both sides of the Atlantic * The Observer *You won't be able to put [it] down * Cosmopolitan.com *

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Book Synopsis''Once, a long time ago, in a town called Nazareth, a little donkey was born.'' As the wonderful events of the Nativity unfold, Brian Wildsmith tells of the journey of a little girl and a donkey to Bethlehem. It is their perspective on the Christmas story that gives the book such an intimate, innocent and child-centred appeal. This classic story from one of our most internationally acclaimed picture-book writers and artists has deservedly become an enduring favourite with children at Christmas time. Now, a stunning new cover design will delight a whole new generation of young Wildsmith fans.Trade Review"Brian Wildsmith - one of the best." * Jon Klassen *"This classic story from one of our most internationally acclaimed picture-book writers and artists has deservedly become an enduring favourite with children at Christmas time. Now, a stunning new cover design will delight a whole new generation of young Wildsmith fans." * Books for Topics *

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Book SynopsisDiscover the Magic Faraway Tree and explore the amazing lands it can lead to, in an irresistible new story by bestselling author Jacqueline Wilson, set in this much-loved world.Milo, Mia and Birdy are on a countryside holiday when they wander into an Enchanted Wood. Among the whispering leaves, there is a beautiful tree that stands high above the rest. The Magic Faraway Tree is home to many remarkable creatures including a fairy called Silky, her best friend Moonface and more. Little Birdy is only too happy to find that fairies are real. Even her older brother and sister are soon won over by the magic of the Faraway Tree and the extraordinary places they discover above it, including the Land of Unicorns. But not every land is so much fun. Danger looms in the Land of Dragons. Will Moonface''s magic work in time to save the children?The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton was Jacqueline Wilson''s own favourite book as a very young child. Now Britain''s favoTrade ReviewA captivating new story about the magical creatures who live in the Enchanted Wood * Daily Express *Wilson vividly conjures up imaginative worlds... [and] adds some witty feminism and spiky humour of her own in this delightful updating * The Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisA magnificent look at the science of plants from the internationally bestselling and multi award-winning team behind Tiny, Lots and Grow. This tree doesn't look like it's doing very much: it just stands there in the sunlight, big and GREEN. But this tree is busy... Starting with the secret workings of a tree, this book transports readers billions of years into the past; back to the moment when plant life first appeared on our planet. Covering its evolution, the steady emergence of fossil fuels and the extraordinary communities of plants around the world today, Nicola Davies and Emily Sutton combine essential biology with a powerful message, calling on readers to celebrate and cherish the most precious colour on Earth: GREEN. Gorgeously illustrated. The TimesA remarkable and very special work of non-fiction. Independent on Grow

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Book SynopsisThere's a mouse in Bear's house in this hilarious sequel to the bestselling story There's a Bear on My Chair. Now available in board book.

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Book SynopsisRashmi Sirdeshpande (Author) Rashmi Sirdeshpande is a lawyer-turned-stroyteller, who was part of the Penguin Random House WriteNow mentoring programme in 2018. As a British Indian child, she didn't get to see many children like her in the books she read, so she is now passionate about writing stories that children from all backgrounds can relate to.Ruchi Mhasane (Illustrator) Ruchi Mhasane has an MA in Children's Book Illustration from the Cambridge School of Art. Her ambition is to develop the form of the picture book; in India, children's books usually have few pictures, and her aim in joining the MA was to change this. Ruchi especially enjoys drawing people and children, and her work has a dreamy quality to it. She currently lives in India, where she grew up.

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Book SynopsisRead Along edition of story, with QR CODE to access audio version of the story, narrated by Annemarie Anang. When Nefertiti plays the drums the music sounds so sweet. But when the new music teacher shortens her name to Nef', she starts to shrink. Without Nefertiti to keep the beat, the band is in disarray . . .

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Book SynopsisIntroducing Where Hands Go: An Introduction to Safe and Unsafe Touch written by Krystaelynne Sanders Diggs, beautifully illustrated by Ananta Mohanta: a resource for parents, teachers, therapists, and guardians to teach children about the dangers of inappropriate touching. It's an excellent introduction for kids to recognize when touch can be harmful and how to talk about it with confidence and understanding. Every child deserves to understand when it is all right to be touched, how, and by who.

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Book SynopsisA fun, bright pop-up book about a monster who explores colour through his emotions.Today the Colour Monster is feeling very mixed up. He's yellow, blue, red, black and green all at once. Can you help him sort himself out? A stunning pop-out adventure that explores colours and feelings in a fun and gentle way.Trade ReviewAs toddlers begin to experience a range of emotions that they cannot yet put into words, this is the perfect book to help them. The protagonist is a sweet monster who wants to explain how he feels and uses colour to do so.It's an innocent but powerful opportunity for children to make sense of how they feel and learn colours along the way. Anna Llenas's simple illustrations are full of soul. * Mr Fox Magazine *A stunning pop-up book from Templar, exploring children's feelings through colours. If you imagine a non-fiction version of the movie Inside Out, you've got The Colour Monster. -- Hannah Beckerman * The Huffington Post *Skelton describes pop-up picture book The Colour Monster as the equivalent of the hit Pixar movie Inside Out. It features a monster confused by all his feelings, who then learns to compartmentalise them.Each double-page spread features a different emotion and intricately constructed pop-ups: blue rain clouds rise out of the page, held on with tiny ropes, to explain sadness while a parade of yellow suns bursts out to represent happiness. A mass of big black trees spring out for fear: "If you're scared, tell me why and we'll walk through the forest together." -- Anne Miller/Leilah Skelton * Standard Issue Magazine *The Colour Monster is a very cleverly constructed paper engineered book about feelings featuring spectacular pop-ups. [...]This is a special book to share with a child and enjoy looking at, albeit very carefully! Though the concept of bottling up feelings might be a little problematic, parents and teachers could certainly use this book to spark discussion about different feelings and perhaps help children understand them a bit more. It might lead to talk about other feelings too, such as what colour would represent boredom - perhaps brown or grey?Sharing this book may also inspire children to create their own colour monster or even their own pop-ups! -- Andrea Reece * Books for Keeps *

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Book SynopsisBLOODTHIRSTY UNICORNS. UNLIKELY HEROES. A DEADLY CURSE. The epic adventure continues. Don’t miss the unputdownable new book in number 1 bestselling SKANDAR series, for readers ages 9 to 99 and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Impossible Creatures. *PRE-ORDER NOW!*Skandar and the Unicorn Thief was WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022 and WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!Skandar and the Phantom Rider was one of THE SUNDAY TIMES BEST BOOKS FOR CHILDREN 2023. As Skandar and his friends begin their fourth year at the Eyrie, the Island’s unicorns are struck by a terrible curse that threatens to change everything. Between a Commodore determined to eliminate the spirit element for good, and a sister hellbent on revenge, nowhere is safe for Skandar. As more and more unicorns are affected by the curse, the clock is ticking for Ska

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Book SynopsisIt's really cold outside and we're all hoping it's going to snow. Yeah! Derek and I could make a snow Rooster and have a snowballfight (look out, Delia!). Granny Mavis has started to knit me a newwinter jumper, but by the looks of things I'm not sure it's goingto fit. . .

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Book SynopsisJulia Donaldson is the author of 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 27.5 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 201113 and has been honoured with a CBE for Services to Literature. Julia and her husband Malcolm divide their time between West Sussex and Edinburgh.Axel Scheffler is a star illustrator whose instantly recognizable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. Axel is the illustrator of some of the world's best-loved picture books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child. In addition to his picture books, Axel illustrates wonderful novelty and gift books for Macmillan, such as the bestselling The Bedtime Bear, The Tickle Book and Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes. He is also the illustrator of the popular Pip and Posy series, and other books with Julia Donaldson including The Ugly Five. Axel was the winner of the Illustrator of the Year award in 2018. Born in Hamburg, Axel now lives with his family in London.

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Book SynopsisFilled with humour, heart and a touch of the supernatural, this second book in a brilliant new series takes you on a non-stop adventure in The Himalayas, perfect for the most intrepid of readers!An action-packed cross between Adventures on Trains and My Brother is a Superhero. When Maisie travels with her Dad to the Himalayas to research his book, How to Find Buried Treasure, she doesn't expect their exploration to take them deep into the caves beneath the mountains. Before long, Maisie has discovered a cursed treasure, stolen a shark, been hunted as a thief, walked through an underground lake and outrun an explosion. Just another average day!Turns out there's more to Maisie than she even realised herself, but will Dad tell her truth? Or is this secret just too dangerous?Have you read the icy and incredible... Maisie Vs Antarctica (Books Are My Bag Children's Book of the Month, October 2024)Praise for Maisie:Perfect blend of laugh-out-loud comedy and high-stakes action - Zohra Nabi, Waterstones Book of the Month author of The Kingdom Over the SeaA brilliant blend of mystery, survival and adventure, with a sprinkling of supernatural woven seamlessly in - Tom Vaughan, Waterstones Book of the Month author of Hercules: The Diary of a (Sort of Hero)

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Book SynopsisPari Thomson is Editorial Director for picture books at Bloomsbury Children's Books. Half Persian, half English, she lived in many places while she was growing up, including India, Pakistan, the USA, the UK and Belgium. She studied at Oxford University and now lives near the river in London, not far from Kew Gardens.

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Book SynopsisA moving celebration of the power of books and reading from bestselling author and illustrator, Tom Percival, creator of Ruby's Worry.   Mia feels alone; so alone that it's as if she lives on a small island, far out to sea. But then one day, Mia is given a book - the first she has ever been able to call her own. As Mia reads the book, bridges appear and her island fills with colour and life. And the more Mia reads, the stronger the bridges become, opening up a world of connection and hope...  Because a book can take you anywhere...  Celebrate the power of books and reading in this moving picture book by Tom Percival, author of Ruby's Worry and The Invisible, among many more. Also by Tom Percival and published by Simon & Schuster:The Sea SawThe InvisibleThe River  

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Book SynopsisJoin Bing and his friend Sula to jump in some big splashy puddles in this sweet picture book based on the award-winning preschool animation, Bing!

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Book SynopsisTHE ONE WITH THE SNOW STORMThe sixth laugh-out-loud, fully-illustrated Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney! A global phenomenon with 250 million copies of the series sold worldwide!A snowstorm SHOULD bring nothing but fun. Hours in front of the TV, cuddling up with a blanket and NO SCHOOL ... But not for Greg Heffley.Being trapped inside with his family is bad enough, but it''s even worse when the POLICE are trying to track him down.School property has been damaged, and Greg''s the prime suspect. But he''s INNOCENT! Sort of. Is time finally up for Greg Heffley?WHAT''S IN DIARY OF A WIMPY KID? 50% words, 50% cartoons, 100% hilarious! Stories that all readers can''t wait to get their hands on Laughter guaranteed! *BRAND NEW* DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE DEEP END IS OUT NOW! And DON''T MISS an all-new fantasy from Greg''s best friend in Rowley Jefferson''s Awesome Friendly Adventure, the follow-up to the instant #1 bestseller Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid: Rowley Jefferson''s Journal. ''Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children''s authors on the planet'' Independent Have you read all the DIARY OF A WIMPY KID series? Diary of a Wimpy Kid Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Roderick Rules Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Third Wheel Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hard Luck Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Double Down Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Getaway Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End - the BRAND NEW Wimpy Kid book - out now!!Trade ReviewThe world has gone crazy for Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid series * Sun *Kinney is right up there with J K Rowling as one of the bestselling children's authors on the planet * Independent *Hilarious! * Sunday Telegraph *The most hotly anticipated children's book of the year is here - Diary of a Wimpy Kid * The Big Issue *

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Book SynopsisA timeless, beautifully designed gift for children and adults alike, The Lost Words is a gift that will be poured over and cherished for years to come.All over the country, there are words disappearing from children''s lives. These are the words of the natural world; Dandelion, Otter, Bramble and Acorn, all gone. A wild landscape of imagination and play is rapidly fading from our children''s minds.The Lost Words stands against the disappearance of wild childhood. It is a joyful celebration - in art and word - of nearby nature and its wonders. With acrostic spell-poems by award-winning writer Robert Macfarlane and illustrations by Jackie Morris, this enchanting book evokes the irreplaceable magic of language and nature for all ages.*** Discover The Lost Spells, the magical companion book from the creators of a literary phenomenon. ***Praise for The Lost Words:''The most beautiful and thought-provoking book I''ve read this year'' Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Observer''Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris have made a thing of astonishing beauty'' Alex Preston, Observer''My top book of the year'' Susan Hill, Spectator''Gorgeous to look at and to read. Give it to a child to bring back the magic of language - and its scope'' Jeanette Winterson, GuardianTrade ReviewSumptuously illustrated... the poems or nature summoning spells are indebted to Gerard Manley Hopkins with rich alliteration, word-play and compound adjectives [and] the illustrations make plants and creatures luminous against backgrounds of gold leaf * The Sunday Times *One of the most striking and poignant picture books of the season...this giant tome contains not only beautiful illustrations but a haunting series of poems that read like a summoning back of the wild...a book in which every page seems like an act of love * Herald *Sumptuous...a book combining meticulous wordcraft with exquisite illustrations deftly restores language describing the natural world to the children's lexicon... The Lost Words is a beautiful book and an important one * The Observer *A breathtaking book... Jackie Morris has created something that you could spend all day looking at... This is the kind of complexity that can enthral a child as much as an adult... Refreshingly accessible, slightly magical * New Statesman *One of the publishing sensations of recent times is The Lost Words * Daily Mail *My top book of the year... It is one of those children's books for ages up to 99 years. The lost words are those my generation and earlier ones used every day and which are fast disappearing, and Macfarlane's aim is to resurrect the everyday glories of our language. May he succeed * Susan Hill *Gilded and glorious, Jackie Morris's paintings illustrate Robert Macfarlane's acrostic poems in The Lost Words, one of the years loveliest books for all ages over 10 * The Sunday Times *Rapturously received celebration of nature * The New Statesman *Macfarlane is a changemaker... he has made nature-writing populis6t and big-selling. Morris's paintings are beautiful - at once familiar and other. A contender for book of the year * The Big Issue *Publisher's description. An illustrated spell-book in watercolour and gold leaf, from the rich creative minds of award-winning author Robert Macfarlane and acclaimed artist Jackie Morris. As nature vanishes from children's language and their imagination, The Lost Words stands against the loss of magic, celebrating the joy of wild childhood and wild places. * Penguin *

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Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.Elle has one more year of high school left and she has never been kissed. When she decides to make a kissing booth for the school carnival, she kisses Noah, her best friend Lee''s brother, and her life changes. But Noah is older than Elle, and Lee will not be happy. Will Elle listen to her head or her heart?

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Book SynopsisA collection of short stories about some extremely mischievous children from the world's favourite storyteller Enid Blyton. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!

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Book Synopsis*10 Million Children Laughing Worldwide*There are lots of laughs at every level in The 169-Storey Treehouse, the last book in the worldwide bestselling Treehouse series by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton. Packed full of comic book style illustrations and perfect for fans of Dog Man and Bunny vs. Monkey.'The kind of book I would have loved as a kid' – Tom Fletcher, author of The Danger GangAndy and Terry have added thirteen new levels and built their biggest and most astonishing treehouse yet! It has everything they – and you – could wish for including: an electric pony stable, a NOISY level, a weather dome (where you can have whatever weather you want whenever you want it), and an 100% edible gingerbread house and a potato-powered translation transmitter that allows you to talk to everything everywhere all at the same time.There's also a hall of funhouse mirrors, which is the perfect pla

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Book Synopsis Learn about food with Jamie Oliver! See it, say it, cook it, eat it! A first recipe in a book from the world’s best-loved chef. Every page of this sturdy board book features a new read-aloud word to see and say. Then, lift the flap to follow the action: swirl the tomato sauce, sprinkle the cheese . . . and in five simple steps you’ll have made pizza. Tasty! Designed with the youngest cooks in mind, this revolutionary new series introduces recipes that are easy to make and tasty to try.Jamie’s Little Food Library has all the ingredients for healthy happy little cooks everywhere: - First word format with age-appropriate words to learn and foods to try - Interactive board book format with fun flaps to lift - Stylish, collectible series of books - Healthy, hands-on recipe to makeAlso in series:Let's Make Pasta Let's Make Cookies Let's Make Pancakes

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