Children & Teen Books

Book Synopsis64 pages of Bluey Christmas colouring fun!Join Bluey and Bingo in this jam-packed Christmas colouring book.Full of characters from the world of Bluey having Christmas fun. Children can use their crayons and pencils to bring each festive scene to life!With 64 pages to colour, this colouring book is the perfect Christmas gift for keeping Bluey fans busy for hours.Want more Bluey? Also available:Bluey: Christmas Eve with Verandah SantaBluey: Fun and Games: A Colouring Book: Colouring BookBluey: Hooray It''s Christmas Sticker Activity

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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.The War of the Worlds, a Level 1 Reader, is A1 in the CEFR framework. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the past simple tense and some simple modals, adverbs and gerunds. Illustrations support the text throughout, and many titles at this level are graphic novels.The Martians are coming! They are burning houses and killing the people of Earth. How can the people stop them?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.

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Book SynopsisThe 5th book in the No.1 New York Times bestselling series by Chris ColferIn the highly anticipated continuation of the Land of Stories series, Conner learns that the only place to fight the Masked Man''s literary army is inside his own short stories! When the twins and their friends enter worlds crafted from Conner''s imagination, finding allies no one else could have ever dreamed of, the race begins to put an end to the Masked Man''s reign of terror. Can the twins finally restore peace in the fairy tale world?Trade ReviewColfer has a real skill for crafting stories and every chapter was packed with action, emotion and adventure. He is equally skilled at creating memorable characters and has breathed new life into old favourites like Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks and Little Bo Peep by giving them interesting story arcs and well-rounded personalities . . . A Grimm Warning is a completely absorbing read that had me hooked from the first page. - The BookbagThe perfect mix of adventure, misery, humour and romance . . . pure genius! - The Sunday Mail (Australia)There is more in Colfer's magic kingdoms than Disney has dreamt of - USA Today

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Book SynopsisJohn Flanagan's Ranger's Apprentice and Brotherband adventure series have sold more than eight million copies worldwide. His books are available in more than one hundred countries, are regularly on the New York Times bestseller lists, and have had multiple award shortlistings and wins in Australia and overseas. John, a former television and advertising writer, lives with his wife in a Sydney beachside suburb.Trade ReviewThe story plunges forward with irresistible narrative drive toward the climactic battle scene. Even readers drawn to the series for its deftly drawn characters and setting may find themselves caught up in the action. A fine entry in the increasingly popular Ranger’s Apprentice series. * Booklist *Fans of the series will eagerly devour this one and wait impatiently for the next . . . A sure bet for fantasy fans. * School Library Journal *Flanagan expertly juggles the overall plot line . . . with a logically constructed campaign that culminates in a hard, suspenseful battle. * Kirkus (starred review) *

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Book SynopsisUsborne (Author) Usborne is one of the world's leading specialist children's publishers: an independent, family business which creates irresistible, engaging, and accessible books for children of all ages. Usborne books are written to appeal directly to children and are there for every age, stage, and curious question. From the internationally bestselling touchy-feely series That's not my... to award-winning non-fiction and activity books, children can grow - and grow up - with Usborne books.

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Book SynopsisCombining the warmth and heart of Ross Welford’s The 1,000 Year Old Boy with the epic adventure and inseparable friendship of Frank Cottrell Boyce’s Cosmic comes an otherworldly new middle grade adventure from the award-winning Benjamin Dean. Twelve-year-old Zed has always been fascinated by the Demons that fall from the sky. His whole life his dad has worked as a Hunter, tasked with eliminating Demons once and for all, and Zed hopes to one day follow in his footsteps.   But then one night Spark appears and disrupts everything Zed thought he knew. Because this Demon is nothing like the myths – he’s a frightened boy, no older than Zed, who wants to go back home.   Can Zed stand up for what’s right, even if it means going against his own family?Praise for Benjamin Dean: ‘Warm-hearted and cheering, with a dash of sparkle’ – Guardian

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Book SynopsisImagine your bottom had the power to create EVERYTHING you'd ever wished for . . . Well, that's true for Peanut the Poopicorn in this hilarious new storyfrom the bestselling creator of The Dragon with the Blazing Bottom

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Book SynopsisCount along with the Ten Little Dinosaurs in this action-packed, counting rhyme adventure! In a sturdy board book, perfect for little hands to hold. Ten Little Dinosaurs set off in search of adventure ... But what will the Ten Little Dinosaurs do when they meet a grumpy triceratops? And a stomping diplodocus? And a HUNGRY T-REX?Part traditional counting rhyme, part fun-filled story, Ten Little Dinosaurs is perfect for sharing together. Read the bouncy rhyming story.Count from ten to one and back again, as the Little Dinosaurs disappear then reappear. Spot and count the details on each page. And join in with all the great sound-words!The Ten Little series has sold over a million copies worldwide, and Ten Little Bookworms is a 2019 World Book Day pick.''Count along with these adventurous dinosaurs in roaringly funny rhymes.''The Independent''Brilliant to help teach children recognise numbers.''Trade ReviewCount along with these adventurous dinosaurs in roaringly funny rhymes * The Independent *Brilliant to help teach children recognise numbers * Huffington Post *Riotous fun... Sure to raise a roar of approval -- Amanda Craig * New Statesman *A fun and appealing counting book that children won't want to put down * the Bookbag *With Simon Rickerty's charming and bold illustrations and Mike Brownlow's noisy rhyming text, this book is perfect to be read time and time again by all young dinosaur lovers * Surrey Advertiser *A raucous riot of colour and fun * Dad.Info *

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Book Synopsis*Join Harry Potter on the magical journey of a lifetime in the third book in J.K. Rowling's multi-award-winning series.When the Knight Bus crashes through the darkness and screeches to a halt in front of him, it's the start of another far from ordinary year at Hogwarts for Harry Potter. Sirius Black, escaped mass-murderer and follower of Lord Voldemort, is on the run and they say he is coming after Harry. In his first ever Divination class, Professor Trelawney sees an omen of death in Harry's tea leaves But perhaps most terrifying of all are the Dementors patrolling the school grounds, with their soul-sucking Kiss J.K. Rowling's internationally bestselling Harry Potter books continue to captivate new generations of readers. Harry's third adventure alongside his friends, Ron and Hermione, invites you to explore even more of the wizarding world; from the secret passages of Hogwarts castle to the snowy lanes of Hogsmeade. This gorgeous hardback edition featuresTrade ReviewI’ve yet to meet a ten-year-old who hasn’t been entranced by its witty, complex plot and the character of the eponymous * Independent *Spellbinding, enchanting, bewitching stuff * Mirror *Teachers say a chapter can silence the most rowdy of classes * Guardian *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 * TLS *

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Book SynopsisMeet Zebracadabra, master of magic. Watch as he transforms his animal friends before your very eyes!ZEBRACADABRA!Pink flamingos turn into... black-and-white stripy flamingos!ZEBRACADABRA!A green alligator turns into... a black-and-white stripy alligator!ZEBRACADABRA!Colourful chameleons turn into... you guessed it - black-and-white stripy chameleons!How does Zebracadabra do it? By being the best magician in the world, of course! Or he would be, if only he knew how to turn the animals back to their original colours...A laugh-out-loud picture book from Kes Gray, author of Oi Frog, with gloriously silly illustrations by Fred Blunt.

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Book SynopsisJamie and Andrew are strangers, but they''re two of the last people left alive. They don''t know what they''ll find on their dangerous journey ... but they may just find each other. A queer romance about courage, hope and humanity for fans of They Both Die at the End, The Hunger Games and Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda.When the Superflu wipes out most of the population, Jamie finds himself completely alone in a cabin in the woods - until an injured stranger crosses his path.Life is dangerous now and, armed with a gun, Jamie goes to pull the trigger. But there''s something about Andrew ... something that stops Jamie in his tracks. Jamie takes him in, and as Andrew heals and they eventually step out into the strange new world, their relationship starts to feel like more than just friendship ...But trouble isn''t far behind. As the boys make a perilous journey south, they''ll come face to face with a world torn apart and society in Trade ReviewTense, exciting, sometimes heartbreaking and always romantic, All That's Left in the World explores what it means to hold onto hope and humanity when the worst case scenario becomes reality. With characters you'll adore, and a fast-paced, mysterious plot that keeps you turning the pages as fast as you can devour them, this book is not to be missed. * Sophie Gonzales, author of Only Mostly Devastated *

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Book SynopsisPugicorn, everyone''s favourite magical pet, is back with an adorable new sidekick: the Lovebug!It''s the season of Leaps and Love Hearts and Princess Ava dreams of going to The Lovebug Ball with her pet, Pugicorn. But the invitations are strictly for unicorns only . . .Could it be time for new traditions in Twinkleton-Under-Beanstalk? A sparkling tale of love and friendship, that shows it''s ALWAYS more fun when everyone''s included! The perfect Valentine''s Day gift for loved ones and little ones alike! Pay another visit to the Magic Pet Shop . . .PugicornPugicorn and HugicornKitticorn

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Book SynopsisFiona Watt (Author) Fiona Watt is an Editorial Director and writer at Usborne Publishing. She graduated from Exeter University with a Bachelor of Education in Art and Design. She taught for three years at a primary school in Kent, before spending two years at a British school in The Netherlands. She started working at Usborne in 1989 and has written and edited hundreds of books including baby and novelty, sticker, art and craft, cookery, science and activity books. She has written all the titles in the award-winning THAT'S NOT MY series and many in the highly successful Sticker Dolly Dressing series. She is the sixth biggest-selling UK children's author, with over 10 million of her books sold in the UK since records began.

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Book SynopsisFrom a star picture-book partnership, Julia Donaldson and the award-winning Catherine Rayner comes a gorgeous story about friendship and working together.‘The Go-Away bird sat up in her nest,With her fine grey wings and her fine grey crest.’One by one, the other birds fly into her tree, wanting to talk or to play, but the Go-Away bird just shakes her head and sends them all away. But then the dangerous Get-You bird comes along, and she soon realizes that she might need some friends after all . . .The Go-Away Bird combines brilliant rhyming verse from much-loved children’s author Julia Donaldson, creator of the bestselling picture books The Gruffalo and What the Ladybird Heard, with stunning illustrations from the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal-winning Catherine Rayner. A charming story about the power of friendship from a thrilling creative partnership, this beautiful book is perfect for reading together.Trade ReviewA charming story about the power of friendship… combines brilliant rhyming verse with stunning pictures * Eastern Daily Press *

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Book SynopsisThe third book in the Harry Potter series, illustrated in brilliant colour by the iconic design house MinaLima and featuring interactive paper-engineered elements, including the Marauder’s Map! Return to Hogwarts in this stunning edition of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. J.K. Rowling’s complete and unabridged text is accompanied by full-colour illustrations on nearly every page and eight paper-engineered interactive elements. Readers are invited to explore the Knight Bus, reveal the Grim in a teacup, spin the Time-Turner and more! Designed and illustrated by MinaLima — the award-winning studio behind the graphic style of the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films — this keepsake edition is the perfect gift for Harry Potter fans of all ages, a beautiful addition to any collector’s bookshelf and an enchanting way to share this beloved series with a new generation of readers.

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Book SynopsisThe cockpit is a lonely place when it feels like your mech is your enemy'On his thirteenth birthday, Miles joins the war against alien Spinners. As a child soldier piloting a mech robot, he''s humanity''s last hope. But Miles is no ordinary recruit he''s the son of Professor Riley, the missing genius behind the mechs. Now, Miles must master a rogue mech called Ironclad, find his father and save the world. Some birthday.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect introduction to the legendary world of dragons, The Dragon Machine uses a clever mix of text and illustrations to describe how George, a young, overlooked boy, becomes aware of dragons hiding all around him.But when it becomes apparent that they don't belong in George's ordinary world, he endeavours to do the best for his new friends and find them the home they deserve.A heart-warming and magical tale from award-winning illustrator, Helen Ward.Trade ReviewA poignant and gentle story, with muted,whimsical illustrations, about being unseen andthe power of the imagination. * Juno Magazine *

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Book SynopsisAfter destroying a highly advanced civilization by littering, Robot One is taken to meet his match - space unicorns, bursting with unbearable loveliness!What will Robot One's selfishness do to the galaxy's sweetest creatures?Will he see the error of his ways?Will either emerge unscathed?Will you ever stop laughing at what happens?!

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Book SynopsisSaffron struggles with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and is dreading autumn and winter. She took time off in her first year at university and can't afford to do the same this year if she's going to achieve her dream of being an astrophysicist. She's managed to keep it a secret from her friends - fearing that they won't want to spend time with her if they see her at her lowest - but it's getting harder. Especially when she meets Nell. Nell - wannabe poet, autistic and proud, and lover of autumn and winter - is determined to show Saffron everything these seasons have to offer. The two grow close, and when Saffron confides in Nell, romance blooms. But with Saffron struggling to keep a lid on her mental health and Nell figuring out her own sexual identity, things soon spiral out of control. A dual-perspective sapphic rom-com perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Alice Oseman.

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Book SynopsisMai Ngo is a freelance book illustrator by day, qualified cat servant by night since 2018. Her illustration studio is based in Hanoi, Vietnam. Mai love books, especially children's books. She is now SCBWI's member and was the SCBWI Featured Illustrator in April, 2020.

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Book SynopsisMeet Suki Cat - a brand new preschool character starring in a series of action-packed stories with easy-to-use sliders!Who will Suki be today?

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Book Synopsis. Also available: This Little Duckling, This Little Puppy, and This Little Lion. Scan the Stories Aloud QR code on the back cover to read along with the story!

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Book SynopsisThese colourful and engaging workbooks help reinforce essential maths skills for preschoolers

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Book SynopsisSally Nicholls (Author) Sally Nicholls grew up in Stockton-on-Tees, and after school, travelled the world, working for a period at a Red Cross hospital in Japan. Sally's first novel, Ways to Live Forever, won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and she has been shortlisted for the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize, the Costa Children's Book Award, and the Carnegie Medal, twice. She lives in Liverpool with her husband and two sons.Júlia Sardà (Illustrator) Júlia Sardà is an illustrator from Barcelona. After her studies, Júlia started working as colorist in a studio which made the editorial merchandising for Disney/Pixar and then moved on to freelancing two years later. Now focusing on children's illustration, Júlia has had the chance to illustrate some incredible debut fiction and everlasting classics.

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Book SynopsisIn this primary caregiver (parent)-child therapeutic story the parent uses DDP-PACE to stay connected with the child's feelings. The book takes children through, the feelings of jealousy. Together they explored her feelings of jealousy when her new sibling joined their family and offer Reddy acceptance, curiosity and empathy.

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Book SynopsisMake tummy time extra fun for little ones with this fold-out concertina book with a mirror!Say hello to the animals with a busy farm scene on one side and friendly animal faces and a mirror for babies to see themselves on the other.This dazzling board book is designed with tummy time in mind - a gentle exercise where a baby lies on their front to help strengthen their muscles and improve their head control. The fold-out format allows the book to be spread out in-front of a baby, while the bold colours stimulate their developing eyesight. With bright, jaunty artwork from Louise Lockhart - the widely-known illustrator behind The Printed Peanut online shop - this delightful new series will captivate even the wriggliest of babies.

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Book Synopsis Roll the dice to travel through an enchanted forest in this storytelling adventure. With a fold-out map, dice and counter inside! One day, a little elf called Briar Luck begins a perilous quest... Get out your fold-out map and roll your dice to help her move through the enchanted forest and find the Jewel of Everlasting Life. Every time you hit a ''Do not pass!'' square you''ll go back to the book and roll your dice to help Briar Luck overcome challenges, whether that''s getting over the rushing river or getting past a group of goblins.A fun adventure quest with a twist: roll your dice to find out what happens! Push-out dice encased in the front cover with a fold-out map, dice and counter inside! Lavish hardback with gold foil detailing on the cover Perfect for readers aged 4+

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Book SynopsisDiscover a glorious collection of unique gardens filled with plants from all kinds of environments.

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