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The adorable hares from the classic Guess How Much I Love You are back in this gorgeous reissue collection containing four seasonal short stories.Big and Little Nutbrown Hare, from the multi-million-selling picture book Guess How Much I Love You, return in these four stories: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. Each captivating tale is seasonally themed and beautifully illustrated – perfect for sharing with your very own Little Nutbrown Hare, no matter the time of year!

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A magical tale for readers aged 7+ from the author of The Wishkeeper's Apprentice, with gorgeous black-and-white illustrations throughout.A charming story brimming with magic and wonder. Hannah GoldLate one night a flying house crash-lands in ten-year-old Callie''s garden. It is the home of magician Winnifred and all of her magical artefacts. Winnifred asks for Callie''s help finding her lost Wanderdust until she realizes it is Callie''s sadness that is causing her malfunctioning magic. With Winnifred''s most precious magical possessions at risk from malicious fairies and dangerous giants, can Callie and her friend Sam find the Wanderdust in time to save the magician?

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The mission into space is about to commence! Hisssssss goes the sound of the rockets.5... 4... 3... 2... 1...Snakes blast into outer space.they spin around planetsand give stars a chase.This colourful crew of snakes explores stars and planets on a fabuloussss adventure with accessible, fun, sibilant text.Brimming with rocket ships and planets, this outer space adventure is a fun read-aloud as whimsical and charming as its companions, Snakes on a Train and Snakes on the Job.

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How do monsters like to travel? Scooter, bus or … rabbit?There’s more than one way for a little monster to travel! Skeeter speeds by on a scooter, and Willa likes to walk. Beatrice and Bobby take the bus, and there goes Rodney riding a rabbit! Kieran has high hopes of getting there by kite, and then there’s Catya, being carried by a cat. Every vehicle-loving toddler who likes a good giggle – and what toddler doesn’t? – will come running for Daisy Hirst’s charming and colourful ode to things that go.

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The third in a funny new series from former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen.This puppy is happy – so happy, it feels like dancing the waltz, doing somersaults, laughing out loud – and even climbing on a cloud! This fantastical flight of fancy captures the most joyful of toddler moods, encouraging children to explore their own imagination and celebrate their feelings. A terrifically uplifting read-aloud from the master of rhyme, Michael Rosen, is coupled with brilliantly bold illustrations from Robert Starling.

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A glittering celebration of queer families puts Pride gently in perspective – honouring those in the LBGTQ+ community who fought against injustice and inequality.Pride’s a day that means “Together, we are strong!”This joyful picture-book homage to a day of community and inclusion – and to the joys of anticipation – is also a comprehensive history. With bright, buoyant illustrations and lyrical, age-appropriate rhyme modeled on “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” it tackles difficult content such as the Stonewall Riots and the AIDS marches. On the night before Pride, families everywhere are preparing to partake. As one family packs snacks and makes signs, an older sibling shares the importance of the parade with the newest member of the family. Reflecting on the day, the siblings agree that the best thing about Pride is getting to be yourself. Debut author Joanna McClintic and Pura Belpré Award–winning author-illustrator Juana Medina create a new classic that pays homage to the beauty of families of all compositions – and of all-inclusive love.

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When a young boy and his mother travel overseas to her childhood home in Korea, the town is not as he imagined. Will he be able to see it the way Mummy does?This gentle, contemplative picture book about family origins invites us to ponder the meaning of home. A young boy loves listening to his mother describe the place where she grew up, a world of tall mountains and friends splashing together in the river. Mummy’s stories have let the boy visit her homeland in his thoughts and dreams, and now he’s old enough to travel with her to see it for himself. But when mother and son arrive, the town is not as he imagined. Skyscrapers block the mountains, and crowds hurry past. The boy feels like an outsider – until they visit the river where his mother used to play, and he sees that the spirit and happiness of those days remain. Sensitively pitched to a child’s-eye view, this vivid story honors the immigrant experience and the timeless bond between parent and child, past and present.

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What could a pampered house cat possibly have to complain about?Just like most cats, this cat lives an extremely comfortable life. But he has his problems, too...The sun spot he's trying to bathe in just won't stop moving. The nosy neighbour squirrel just can't seem to mind its own business. And don't even get him started on the hoover! It's an absolute menace! Will this cat ever find the silver lining?From picture book superstars Jory John and Lane Smith, the creators of Penguin Problems and Giraffe Problems, comes a brand-new, hilarious collaboration sure to tickle every feline fan and owner!

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Illustrated in a sophisticated muted palette, this is a classic quest story with a modern twist from two Irish Children's Laureates.After his father’s death, Prince Lir is tricked into embarking on a perilous quest to rescue a maiden from a dragon. The studious young prince is no warrior, but he uses his brains to make himself indispensable to the grumpy dragon. However, neither prince nor dragon have bargained on the dark magic which manipulates them both, and it may be left to maiden herself to save them all…

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Everyone's favourite wombat is back! And this time, he's going on an adventure...Little Wombat loves to explore, and today he's bored with his burrow and decides he wants a change of scenery! So he sets out to see what kind of homes his other friends live in. Koala, Frog and Mole invite him to live with them, but wombats can't climb trees or walk on lily pads or live under rocks with the ants. So the ants lead him parade-style to a "great big nest nearby", which is filled with eggs. Mrs Emu is not pleased. But none of them seem to be quite right for a little wombat, and it's only once he gets back to his own burrow that he realizes there really is nowhere like it. There's even room to have a sleepover with all of his friends.Over 1 million Little Wombat books sold!

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A beautifully illustrated and enchanting collection of treasured fairy tales from the extraordinarily talented author-illustrator Sandra Dieckmann. Enchanted forests, wild animals, powerful princesses and brave heroes an enthralling and divinely illustrated collection of Grimm''s fairy tales from internationally acclaimed author-illustrator Sandra Dieckmann. With much-loved tales like Rapunzel and Sleeping Beauty, and lesser-known gems from the author's childhood in Germany, this a stunning gift book of twenty stories to inspire delight and wonder. Inclusive illustrations and a gentle feminist twist create a Grimm collection to be treasured by all.

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What goes around comes around in this farmyard tale about the contagiousness of kindness.Hen gives Pig an unexpected present. "How kind!" says Pig. Pig is so touched, in fact, that he decides to do something kind too. So Pig gives Rabbit a gift. "How kind!" says Rabbit, who does something kind for Cow, who is kind to Cat, who wants to be kind in turn. Where will all of this kindness lead?

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A warm, contemporary classroom story about creative Maple Mehta-Cohen and her dyslexia, perfect for fans of Lisa Thompson, Helen Rutter and R. J. Palacio. A dyslexia-friendly book.A story for anyone who has ever felt different.Maple Mehta-Cohen has a secret: she can't read very well. Words on the page just don't make sense. Despite all her clever tricks to hide her troubles with reading, her teacher is on to her, and now she has to repeat a whole year of school. But on her first day back, Maple tells a lie about why she's there – a lie that soon spirals out of control... Will Maple find the courage to tell the truth before someone gets hurt? And can she find a way to love herself and her brain, just the way she is?Readers who have faced their own trials with school and friendships will enjoy this heartwarming story and its bright, creative heroine. "A layered, utterly readable novel" Kirkus

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The Antarctica awaits in this fast-paced adventure starring a plucky new heroine. Pearly must face her fears to save her parents, her pet pig, and the day!Pearly Woe is a worrier. She worries about everything, especially that she’ll never be brave enough to become a member of the top-secret group of stealth adventurers – The Adventurologists’ Guild. Pearly also has a special talent – she can talk to animals. Her favourite animal to talk to is her pet pig, called Pig. But with her parents missing, Pig pig-napped and Pearly a stowaway on an icebreaker heading for Antarctica, Pearly’s worries just got REAL.

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Strictly Come Dancing star Oti Mabuse's debut picture book, now in paperback!It’s time for Oti’s dance class! Join Oti in her dance studio and learn “The Bird Jive” in ten easy steps.There are lots of children in Oti’s dance class – and lots of feelings, too. Meet Fikile in her sparkly new shoes and Naira who is SUPER excited to get started! Gan is feeling a little worried about joining in whilst Martin can’t wait to show his parents what he can do! But in the middle of their dance routine, an unexpected visitor disrupts the class. Not to fear, Oti is here! Soon they are back on track, getting ready for the performance of their lives.Written by Strictly Come Dancing superstar Oti Mabuse, this debut picture book will dance into the hands of families who have loved watching Oti on-screen. Watch a step-by-step dance tutorial and listen to "The Bird Jive" when you scan the QR code in the book!

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It's time to get a pet! Will Mabel find the perfect one for her family?Hooray! Mabel and her family are getting a pet! There's no time to lose! But which kind of animal should they choose? Not the snake – it's too scary. The elephant's too big. The worms are too wriggly and the hyena too giggly. Then Mabel has the perfect idea. But will her family agree? A laugh-out-loud rhyming story about finding the perfect pet – with plenty of hilarious twists along the way.

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Where did life on Earth come from? Out of the blue! Discover the story of life on Earth, and how it evolved from tiny cells in vast oceans into the huge variety of creatures that covered our prehistoric planet. Find out why creatures first emerged from the sea and brought life onto land, in a lively and engaging journey through millions of years of fishes, giant reptiles and mammals. With illustrations from the award-winning Frann Preston-Gannon, this is a gorgeous introduction to the amazing story of prehistoric life.

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A wordless picture book for the very young – bursting with green! – which celebrates community, gardening and the power of plants to bring people together.Oscar's mum has to go away, just for a little while. So Oscar has come to stay with his nana. Oscar likes being with Nana in her tower block, but he really misses his mum, too. So, one day, Nana has an idea. Together, they carefully sow seeds – lots and lots of seeds! And then they water them, and wait… And the seeds start to grow! And the flowers begin to burst! There are plants everywhere. But, what to do with them all?In a timely silent narrative for the youngest readers – gorgeously illustrated with graphic panels and sweeping spreads that evoke the urban bustle of a busy high-rise – Lauren Tobia shows how each individual, each child, can bring lushness and vitality to a community.

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A young boy's trip to the barber shop is a joyful celebration of confidence and self-esteem.The barber shop is where magic happens! Boys go in as lumps of clay and, with princely robes draped around their shoulders, a dab of cool shaving cream on their foreheads and a slow, steady cut, they become royalty, aware of every great thing that could happen to them when they look good. Their grades improve, they get noticed, they feel good about themselves. This rhythmic, read-aloud title is an unbridled celebration of the self-esteem, confidence and swagger boys feel when they leave the barber's chair. It's a tradition that places a figurative crown on their heads that perfectly confirms their brilliance and worth.

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From Chris Haughton comes a funny, suspenseful and keenly observed cautionary tale about pushing boundaries and indulging your more mischievous, cheeky side (when nobody is looking).Three little monkeys, and their big monkey, are sitting high up on their branch in the forest canopy. “OK, monkeys! I’m off," says the big monkey. “Now remember. Whatever you do, do NOT go down to the mango tree. There are tigers down there.” Mmm … mangos! think the little monkeys. They LOVE mangos. Hmm ... maybe … maybe they could just look at the mangos? That’d be OK, right?

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Join Lola on her backstage adventure in the first picture book created with the National Theatre.It''s showtime! Lola is a little actor with big dreams. But when disaster strikes on opening night and an important prop goes missing backstage, can Lola save the show in time? A fun and engaging picture book for both daytime and bedtime, packed with backstage drama and laugh-out-loud moments, with references to theatre roles and departments. The perfect gift for any little one that loves the theatre. This book is ideal for fans of Chris Haughton and Michelle Robinson.

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A dazzling wordless picture book celebrates creative problem-solving, teamwork, and the sun-splashed wonder of a day at the beach.The creators of the acclaimed Over the Shop evoke a perfect summer beach day – and themes of creativity, cooperation, flexibility, and persistence – all without a word in this sun-warmed, salt-stained delight of a story. A busload of beachgoers spills out onto the sand for a day of fun and frolic. Three siblings begin work on a castle, patting and shaping the sand as the sun arcs over the sky. Time and again, their progress is halted: a windswept hat topples their creation; a toddler ambles through it; the tide creeps close, and then too close. Meeting each demolition with fresh determination, the builders outdo themselves time and again, until the moment arrives to pile back into the bus for home. An authentic portrait of sibling cooperation – and glorious inspiration for creative people of all ages – A Day for Sandcastles channels the thrill of surrendering expectations on the path to infinite possibility.

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Get ready to laugh out loud at this frightfully funny joke book, based on the animated series of Scream Street.How can you tell that Resus has a cold? He starts coffin.What kind of music does Cleo like best? Wrap music.Why did Luke get upset with a skeleton? He had a bone to pick.Get the giggles with this ghoulishly great collection, featuring over a hundred jokes about vampires, zombies, witches and all of the scarily funny characters from the best-loved world of Scream Street.

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Find out what it takes to be a mechanic in this exciting board book with press-out models!Open up the garage and discover what it takes to be a mechanic. Follow the story and experience hands-on fun with three easy-to-make models, perfect for inspiring little readers with big imaginations.

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Comedy chaos breaks loose when two brothers’ imaginary monsters come to life – in the supermarket! A laugh-out-loud adventure for fans of Dogman, the Treehouse series and Pamela Butchart books.All the adults are freaking out. Giant monsters are smashing up supermarkets across the country. The army can’t stop them and the prime minister is hiding in panic. A colossal six-headed gingerbread man, a massive emoji poo, a gigantic bouncing bum… Top scientists have no idea where they come from – or why they seem to hate supermarkets so much. But nine-year-old Otis has an idea. The creatures are exactly the same as drawings by his five-year-old brother, Jago: what if Jago brought his crazy creations to life with a magic pen? But their parents won’t listen, so it’s up to Otis and his pals to sort this monster mess out!

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For every child who has ever felt that grown-ups have all the fun, a vicarious chance to slip behind the office door — and play with all the tempting things that are “off-limits.”Dad’s office is “off-limits” – which only makes it more intriguing to his curious young daughter. As soon as she sees an opening, she sneaks in to have a look around. After all, there’s no harm in just looking, right? What she discovers is a magical wonderland of sticky tape, paper clips that make glorious strands, and a kaleidoscopic array of sticky notes. Who could possibly resist playing with those? In a joyful ode to office supplies, Helen Yoon leads a celebration of just-for-once breaking the rules – and offers a final, funny nod to adults who harbour a similar urge.

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A powerful and personal story from one of Britain's best-loved authors about his recovery from coronavirus.After being admitted to hospital in 2020 with coronavirus, Michael Rosen had to learn to walk again. With the support of doctors and nurses and a walking stick he names "Sticky McStickstick", he manages to embark on the slow steps to recovery. This moving picture book from the former Children's Laureate, with illustrations from Tony Ross, tells a story of perseverance and hope, and is a testament to the importance of overcoming fear and learning to accept help.

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Hop in a time machine with Wally and join in with the fun through history! Includes games, puzzles and searches set through the ages from the days of the dinosaurs to the wild west and beyond, plus over 100 super stickers. Wow!Have you ever wanted to journey into history? Well, now is your chance! Design your own time machine, then whizz back through the ages to play dino-ball with a triceratops, carve stones with cave people, make Aztec-inspired art, join the gold rush and more. It's such a blast in the past with Wally!Includes tick-tock-terrific games, puzzles, searches and over 100 super stickers.

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The thrilling conclusion to the Great Fox series. Can Flick and Charlie finally uncover the Bell System, the greatest and most dangerous magic trick of all?Flick is a magician out of tricks. Every attempt to find her father has so far failed. Now the police have accused him of stealing the Crown Jewels and they want Flick's help to work out how he did it.Flick and her best friend, Charlie, travel to Cornwall, where they believe her father may be hiding in an abandoned museum of magic. There they find master illusionist the Great Fox, also hot on the trail. But something else is hidden at the heart of the museum the Bell System, the most dangerous magic trick the world has ever seen.

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Another day. Another mood. Meet Judy Moody at her moodiest-best, in this laugh-a-minute sixteenth adventure in the international bestselling series.Judy Moody is Monday-morning mopey. Another week in her same-old seat at her same-old desk in her same-old school. Even worse, there aren’t any days off from school for ages. But when she steps into Class 3T, Judy’s Monday frown turns upside down. Pop! Pop! Pop-pop-pop! Mr Todd is making Monday special by celebrating Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day (no lie)! This gives Judy an idea that just-might-maybe turn her week around: why not make every day of the week a holiday? But after she and her friends come up with a week’s worth of wacky celebrations, from feeding ninja squirrels to honouring National Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day, will the weekend be one big letdown?

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K-pop gets the Gossip Girl treatment when Alice Choy is catapulted into the life of a manufactured popstar at the elite Top10 Entertainment's Star Academy.When seventeen-year-old Alice Choy moved from San Francisco to Seoul, she left behind her friends – and the regular singing lessons she used to love. Now the only singing she does is karaoke with her little sister in Myeongdong. That is, until she's spotted by a scout for Top10 Entertainment and invited to attend their Star Academy.But sculpting herself into one-fifth of soon-to-be-launched K-pop group A-List is hard work. It's rising at dawn for lung-crushing cardio, dancing drills and calorie controlled meals. It's egos and rivalry and secrets lived outside of the public eye, because if A-list gets on the wrong side of a certain influential blogger and the anti-fans, then Alice's dreams of being an idol might never materialize.A debut novel about standing out and fitting in, dreaming big and staying true.

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For dog people of all ages, a jubilant ode to our canines and the many things they love with wild abandon – especially YOU!From the yard to the park, from school to the market, from one end of the day to the next, dogs are full of joy. Ears flapping out the car window! Tug of war with a rope toy! Sprawling out on the sofa! Getting those “good dog” treats! Wherever they go, whatever they see, dogs love it all. But what do they love most? Guess! This delightfully chaotic book from Leda Schubert and Paul Meisel portrays dogs of all shapes and colours in a laugh-out-loud celebration of our very best friends.

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Could it get any worse? Two shipwrecked sailors have different views of an absurd series of dilemmas in a wry, visually lavish tale for pessimists and optimists alike.As a pair of shipwrecked sailors float on what’s left of their ship, Albertini is none too happy. The rain, he observes, is unfair enough. Then the flying fish appear overhead – the ones with the sick stomachs. And the singing mermaids, leaving infernal earworms in their wake. There’s the ghost ship full of pirates and the ark teeming with ravenous beasts. But no matter how bad the situation seems, George, cheerfully playing his harmonica, reminds his friend it could always be worse. Ahhhh! But hang on ... is that a giant whale with an overpowering case of tuna breath? Delightfully detailed illustrations add visual comedy to a meditation on tough times that shows that even the worst days can turn around – especially with friends.

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A bright and adorable tabbed board book featuring first words all to do with a day in town, from a trip to the library, to shopping, to the park, to lunch at a café and more!Join Maisy for a day trip to her local town. Each spread is themed around different shops and locations: the library, the post office, the garden centre, the supermarket, a café and more! With bright, colourful, clearly labelled pictures to help broaden vocabulary and understanding, and bold, easy-to-use tabs which are perfect for helping little ones to locate their favourite pages again and again. Early learning is so much fun!

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Follow the swifts on their incredible journey north, from the jungles of Africa to their nesting site in Europe.A little bird, small enough to sit in the palm of your hand. Swifts may be small and brown, but they are the champions of the bird world flying faster, higher and for longer than any other bird! This new title in the celebrated Nature Storybook series is packed with interesting facts to inspire a love of the natural world.

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Dance yourself happy with the second, samba spectacular picture book by dancing superstar, Oti Mabuse. It’s time for Oti’s dance class! Join Oti and her class for their first dance show, and learn “The Lion Samba” in ten easy steps.The children are excited to return to dance class with Mrs Oti and waste no time preparing for their animal-themed dance show. Mrs Oti teaches them all about animal movements and how they can be used in their dance. From stomping like an elephant, stretching up high like a giraffe or even shaking your mane like a lion, there’s so much fun to be had. But when disaster strikes on the day of the show, it seems like all of their hard work has been for nothing. Luckily for the children, Mrs Oti is on hand, and soon they realize that a little bit of courage can go a long way.Written by Strictly Come Dancing superstar, Oti Mabuse, this heartwarming picture book will dance into the hands of families who have loved watching Oti on-screen.

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Meet 15 stunning pop-ups of endangered animals from around the world in this timely and stylish gift book.See how fifteen of the most fascinating animals from all over the world are brought to life in incredible pop-ups. Every spread also features a fascinating fact about each of these amazing animals. For example, did you know that no two tigers' stripes are the same? Or that gorillas can communicate by beating their chest? Or that Galápagos penguins mate for life?From the award-winning creator of My First Pop-Up Dinosaurs and My First Pop-Up Mythological Monsters comes a third striking pop-up treasury. With Owen Davey's irresistibly stylish illustrations, this exploration of endangered animals is perfect for those who love all things zoological.

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"The Black Friend is THE book everyone needs to read right now... Read it, absorb it, and be changed because of it.” —Angie Thomas, author of The Hate U GiveSpeaking directly to the reader, Frederick Joseph offers powerful reflections on his own experiences with racism. As a former "token Black kid", he now presents himself as the friend many readers need, touching on topics including cultural appropriation, "reverse racism" and white privilege. Featuring interviews with figures such as writer Angie Thomas, content creator Toni Tone, and April Reign, founder of the #OscarsSoWhite movement, this book serves as conversation starter and tool kit, creating a timely and essential read for committed anti-racists and newcomers to the cause of racial justice alike.

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The spotlight search is back with a fabulous festive edition! Use the paper spotlight-searcher as a magic torch to illuminate six scenes buzzing with busy Santas. With bonus games on every page!Ho-ho! Wally, his friends and hundreds of busy Santas are getting ready for the festive countdown. There’s so much to do from shopping in the department store, to helping in the toy factory, baking holiday treats and loading the sleigh – but they still find time to party! For extra sparkle as the excitement builds there are bonus searching games to complete on every page. It’s jingle bells all the way!Includes a spotlight-searcher wand to light up the scenes. No batteries required. All light-up magic is designed from paper and extra spotlight-searcher wands are available to print online.

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Jackson LOVES football. He plays it. He watches it. He eats it. He sleeps it!Jackson lives and breathes football – he knows all the players, the fixtures, the scores. Then, one grey stormy day, Jackson kicks his ball, and it goes up ... and up ... and UP! All the way to the moon! Overnight, Jackson becomes an international footballing sensation, and before you know it, he's kicked ALL of the Earth's footballs into space. The moon-folk – the aliens! – don't know the rules of the game, but they become football mad all the same. It's up to Jackson to bring football home...

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It’s time for Oti’s dance class! Join Oti in her dance studio and learn “The Bird Jive” in ten easy steps. There are lots of children in Oti’s dance class – and lots of feelings, too. Meet Fikile in her sparkly new shoes and Naira who is SUPER excited to get started! Gan is feeling a little worried about joining in whilst Martin can’t wait to show his parents what he can do! But in the middle of their dance routine, an unexpected visitor disrupts the class. Not to fear, Oti is here! Soon they are back on track, getting ready for the performance of their lives.Written by Strictly Come Dancing superstar Oti Mabuse, this debut picture book will dance into the hands of families who have loved watching Oti on-screen. It celebrates dance, movement and expressing your feelings – as well as teaching a short, simple 10-step dance routine.Watch a step-by-step dance tutorial and listen to "The Bird Jive" when you scan the QR code in the book!

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Look at Poojo go! This adorable dog was born without back legs, but that’s OK – because Poojo's got wheels.What a good dog Poojo is! He’s a great friend to everyone and everything (pigeons and scooters included). He’s creative and clever (how many other dogs can pop a wheelie?). And he definitely is fast – look at him chasing that squirrel, or leading his doggie pals in a race through the park! There’s no stopping this joyful pup, even when he’s briefly faced with a flat tyre. Poojo can do anything! Inspired by a dog in her neighbourhood, debut author-illustrator Charrow spins a sweet and empowering story of a lovable, determined pup who entered the world with two legs – but with the help of some wheels accomplishes whatever he sets his mind to.

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Jabari is inventing a machine that will fly all the way across the yard! But making it go from CRASH to WHOOSH will take grit, patience, and maybe even a little help from his sister.Jabari is making a flying machine in his backyard! “It’ll be easy. I don’t need any help,” he declares. But it doesn’t work! Jabari is frustrated. Good thing Dad is there for a pep talk and his little sister, Nika, is there to assist, fairy wings and all. With the endearing father-child dynamic of Jabari Jumps and engaging mixed-media illustrations, Gaia Cornwall’s tale shows that through perseverance and flexibility, an inventive thought can become a brilliant reality.

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From the Caldecott Honor–winning creator of Home and Du Iz Tak? comes a gorgeous and quirky tale of an extraordinary room where everything is a half.The half room is full of half things. A half chair, a half cat, even half shoes – all just as nice and weird and friendly as whole things. When half a knock comes on half a door, who in the world could it be? With her trademark touch of magic and whimsy, Caldecott Honor winner Carson Ellis explores halves and wholes in an ingenious and thought-provoking picture book. The lightly rhyming text is soothing yet spirited, revealing the many absurdities and possibilities to be discovered in this irresistibly fanciful home. Ink and gouache illustrations featuring wry detail and velvety textures conjure a dreamlike mood while leaving space for imagining. A celebration of the surreal and the serendipitous, and the beauty of the two together, this brilliant picture book will have readers seeing the joys of halves with whole new eyes.

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Little red chicken and her papa are back in this third book in the bestselling and award-winning Interrupting Chicken picture book series.It’s morning and Papa would like to sleep a bit longer, but his loving and exuberant little chicken wants breakfast – cookies for breakfast! Papa tries to buy himself a bit more rest by offering to read some nursery rhymes, but soon Humpty Dumpty is falling ... for cookies! With so many pointed interruptions, Papa has no choice but to get out of bed and make his little one something sweet for breakfast. This is another funny, affectionate celebration of reading, parenthood, and creative license.

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“An enchanting anthology for very young children with gorgeous illustrations.” – GuardianEverybody has love. Even baddies. The poems in this book beautifully capture how a four-year-old sees the world – a world of rainbows, glitter and magical boxes; a world of nursery, hometime and cuddles with Mum. They make for joyful reading and, paired with wonderful pictures by Yasmeen Ismail, are an invitation for young readers to join in the fun... By turns funny and charming, gentle and zany, Take Off Your Brave shows that poetry is for everyone – no matter how little you are!

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The third and final book in a pacy, lyrical and vivid fantasy adventure set in a world of flying ships, sky cities and powerful paper spirits.Kurara and her friends have found the key to releasing shikigami from their bonds and granting them eternal freedom if they can unlock its power. The answer lies in Kurara's homeplace, deep in the mountains of Mikoshima. But can the crew reach it before the imperial forces catch up with them, or their own internal battles break them apart for ever?Excellent world-building, a dramatic and pacy plot, and an array of deep and believable characters explored through multiple perspectives make for a thrilling final instalment in this masterful fantasy adventure.

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Alex’s best friend is Kevin the cockapoo, although what he wants most of all is a friend at school. A charming and gentle story about how life isn't one size fits all.Everything is changing for 11-year-old Alex and, as an autistic person, change can be terrifying. With the first day of high school only a couple of months away, Alex is sure that having a friend by his side will help. So, he’s devised a plan – impress the kids at school by winning a trophy at the PAWS Dog Show with his trusty sidekick, Kevin. This should be a walk in the park ... right?

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