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A brilliant read-aloud version of the much-loved classic story by L. Frank Baum. Join Dorothy and her little dog Toto on the yellow brick road, as they set off to explore the magical Land of Oz. Can they find the Wizard, defeat the Wicked Witch of the West, and return to Kansas? With simple text and charming illustrations to bring the story to life for younger readers.

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A bright and vibrant board book full of colourful pictures to explore, with flaps to lift and touchy-feely patches for little fingers to play with. A wonderful interactive book to share together – babies won’t be able to resist helping to turn the pages and lifting the flaps to find hidden surprises.

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An entertaining activity book for young vehicle enthusiasts, with over 300 stickers of wheels, carriages, trailers, animals and drivers. The large, colourful stickers are perfect for little hands to handle, and provide a wealth of picture-making possibilities. Vehicles include trucks, trains and tractors of all different kinds, from old-fashioned steam trains to monster racing trucks. With lots of scenes to choose from, including a busy station, a truck race, in the farmyard and a building site.

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A fun and informative flap book introducing young children to the wonders of science. Science topics from nature to forces and the human body are brought to life with colourful illustrations, flaps to lift, simple facts and fun experiments to try at home. Full of surprises to keep enquiring minds entertained, including flaps beneath flaps, sliding tabs and even a mini booklet crammed with information on the planets. Includes simple practical experiments for children to try themselves.

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Hooray for snail! He brings the mail... but he’s ever so slow! A hilarious story fun to share aloud together, or for children to tackle on their own. Reliable snail never fails to deliver the mail, but can he make it on time? With simple, rhyming text and phonic repetition specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills. Also includes guidance notes for parents at the back of the book.

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The much-loved nonsense poem by Edward Lear, brought to life with charming illustrations. The fun rhymes, silly adventures and vibrant pictures are sure to amuse and entertain young children. A wonderful book to share and enjoy together.

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Dress and accessorise the beautiful brides, bridesmaids, and handsome grooms for their fairytale weddings. With over 750 stickers to dress brides and grooms and bridesmaids as they prepare for their big days. Scenes include trying on dresses, choosing the cake, getting ready, and the first dance.

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Over 50 imaginative mazes for children to wind their way through to find lost friends, escape danger, discover treasure and much more. Includes extra puzzles to solve and challenges to complete along the way. Great for dipping in and out of, and a fun way to improve problem-solving and visual recognition skills.

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There is an amazing array of sea creatures to discover in this lively sticker book. With over 130 stickers including tiny sea snails, a huge humpback whale, an adorable turtle and a friendly octopus. Children will love finding a home for each creature in scenes including ”Freezing Waters”, ”Underwater Forest”, and “The Shipwreck”.

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A wonderful board book with high contrast illustrations and touchy-feely patches perfect for sharing with the very young. Each animal illustration has a simple description to help babies learn to associate words with pictures. The last two pages show all the animals in the book to help children learn their first colours.

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Cammie longs to succeed in the Pearlies - the waviest club in Rainbow Reef. But earning her Wave Wanderer pearl is proving tricky. Cammie is confused by compasses and lost when it comes to maps, so when stuck-up Corinetta offers to help, Cammie is grateful. But can Corinetta be trusted? Dive in with Cammie and her friends and collect every splash-tastic tale.

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Cammie is excited about her fourth task as a member of the Pearlies - the waviest club in Rainbow Reef. She is studying for her Sea Safety pearl and learning about the dangers of the Deep. So when Cammie's little sister disappears, it's up to Cammie to rescue her... Dive in with Cammie and her friends and collect every splash-tastic tale.

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What is the surface of Mars like? Why does Venus glow in the dark? How do scientists explore faraway planets? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book. Illustrated with stunning photographs and illustrations accompanied by short, informative text developed with reading experts. Includes carefully selected internet-links to exciting websites about the Solar System.

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Delightful board book with high contrast illustrations and touchy-feely patches specially designed to appeal to the very young. Each picture has a simple description that will help babies learn to associate words and pictures.

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A pack of illustrated cards with fifty simple words in Polish. Each card shows an everyday object with accompanying word on one side and just the word on its own on the other to aid revision. Illustrated with Jo Litchfield’s handmade models. The cards can be used to play games, for self-testing, or simply propped up around the house or classroom as useful reminders.

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A board book for sharing with small children who love pressing the buttons to make the sounds you hear in a noisy jungle including monkeys, parrots and tigers.

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An amazing flap book packed with inventions, machines, gadgets and devices, and facts and information about how they work. Over 90 flaps reveal the insides of car engines, toilets, escalators, submarines and microwaves and many, many other machines. Includes internet links to websites with animations, games and experiments.

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A beautifully illustrated picture book to help young children develop their skills in counting, matching and number recognition. Young children will love lifting the flaps on each page to reveal a number of objects or animals. Scenes include ‘at the park’, ‘on the farm’ and ‘in the jungle’.

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What makes some animals dangerous? Which animals are the fastest? And biggest? How do they hunt? Why are people more dangerous to animals than animals are to people? Find out all the answers in this book, and more, with photographs, step-by-step illustrations, simple text and links to websites with video clips and activities.

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A bumper combination of the popular "Fairies" and "Princesses" titles from the Sticker Dolly Dressing series. With over 800 stickers to dress the characters for a variety of occasions, including tea parties, balls and ice skating. Stickers include trendy items of clothing and bags, shoes, hats and jewellery to get the princesses and fairies looking their best. A great activity to keep little hands busy.

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Meet five friendly pirates in this exciting addition to the much-loved That's not my… series. Babies love the best-selling That’s not my… books with their bold illustrations, patches to stroke, and a mouse to spot on every page, all designed to develop sensory and language awareness.

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A fun card game which the whole family can enjoy. Contains 26 pairs of cards featuring vibrant illustrations of fabulous fairies. A great way for young children to develop word and picture matching skills.

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Meet five friendly princesses in this delightful addition to the much-loved That's not my… series. Babies love the best-selling That’s not my… books with their bold illustrations, patches to stroke, and a mouse to spot on every page, all designed to develop sensory and language awareness.

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The classic story of The Runaway Pancake retold with simple text for children just beginning to read. Accompanied by clear and delightful illustrations. Attractive hardback book with ribbon marker. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Available as ebook with narration in British English (only on tablets that support audio).

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Meet five cool robots in this fun addition to the much-loved That’s not my... series. Babies love the best-selling That’s not my… books with their bold illustrations, patches to stroke, and a mouse to spot on every page, all designed to develop sensory and language awareness.

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The remarkable story of Florence Nightingale, from her privileged childhood to the horrors of her work in the Crimea and as a hospital reformer. Retold in a lively, vivid style with evocative, full colour pictures and links to recommended websites to find out more. Part of Young Reading Series 3 for fully confident readers.

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Mop the puppy is accidentally left behind on the newly-restored steam train. Can Rusty the dog save the day? Young children will love finding out what happens in this charming short story, specially written for new readers.

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Can Dolly the horse come to the rescue when the old steam train breaks down? Young children will love finding out what happens in this charming short story, specially written for new readers.

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An ideal dictionary for compete beginners with humorous illustrations demonstrating hundreds of everyday Spanish phrases and tips on pronunciation and grammar. Arranged by topic from introducing yourself to asking directions and eating out. Includes internet links to websites with video clips, activities and downloadable puzzles.Also available with an audio CD of recordings of all the words and phrases.

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This down-to-earth guide is filled with practical advice on everything from how to budget and be a smart shopper to student loans, mortgages and insurance. An essential book for equipping young people with the skills they need to manage their money now and in the future. Includes links to websites with more tips and advice.

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The perfect guide for first-time hamster owners, providing lots of useful information on caring for and understanding them. From setting up hamster tanks and making toys and runs, to what they like to eat and how to keep them clean, this essential guide covers all the ways to keep your pet healthy and happy. Fully checked by experts, this book contains everything you need to know to make a hamster feel at home and help you decide whether owning one is the thing for you.

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A space-soaring adventure specially written for children just beginning to read. Young children are given an insight into what it would be like to fly into outer space, walk on the moon and look back at Earth from a very long way away. Includes fun puzzles to complete after the story, and charming illustrations by Benji Davies.

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Another laugh-out-loud FULL COLOUR monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for newly independent readers aged 6+ and fans of Claude and Horrid Henry. Billy and his best friend, Ash, are on a school trip to the zoo to learn all about endangered animals. But when they arrive, the Mini Monsters can't wait to explore. Soon there's trouble in the tiger enclosure, Gloop's been kidnapped by a monkey and the whole class is in for a REPTILE SURPRISE!Packed with colour illustrations, comic strips, maps and speech bubbles, with an action-packed plot, to appeal to even the most reluctant reader. Collect all the books in the Billy and the Mini Monsters series!1. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters in the Dark2. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to School3. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go Swimming4. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a Plane5. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to a Party6. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monst

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"Once up a time, there was a piece of wood..." So begins the famous tale by Carlo Collodi about Pinocchio, the carefree puppet, and his journey to become a real boy. This lively retelling has been written especially for children learning to read, with advice from an expert in teaching reading.

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An activity book filled with scenes of well-known Greek myths, from famous heroes and enchantresses to magical, many-headed monsters. Dip the brush in water and sweep it across the pages to reveal stunning colours, from golden fruit on King Midas’s table to rainbow feathers on Pegasus’s wings.

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Have you ever dreamed of zipping to distant stars, jumping through time or setting out on a deadly quest? This book has loads of inspiring ideas for amazing stories and plenty of space to write them down. With lots of helpful tips for building new worlds, and links to websites for more writing tips, activities and inspiration.

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Babies will love looking at the bright pictures and exploring the textures as they meet the animals in this vibrant board book. Each page is specially designed to be visually stimulating with colourful, eye-catching illustrations and lots to look at. Includes cut-out lines to run little fingers along and holes to peep through. A fun aid to developing language and sensory skills for the very young.

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A stunning sticker book packed with monarchs through the ages and sumptuous, historically accurate stickers to complete their outfits. Includes Queen Nefertiti, King Henry VIII, Emperor Qianlong of China, Queen Victoria, Queen Elizabeth II and lots more to dress in ceremonial robes, crowns, gowns, ruffs, hats, wigs, collars and cravats.

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Zoe and Astra are on a quest to help the Unicorn King. This time, their adventures lead them high into the skies above Unicorn Island, in search of the Floating Islands. But someone is following them and the islands are not all that they seem. Will Zoe and Astra be able to complete the quest and help the King, or have they taken on more than they bargained for?

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This robust board book introduces very small children to the fun and function of getting around. Cheerful illustrations of trains, planes and automobiles are combined with simple new words to learn, and intriguing peep-through holes on every page.

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A brave princess goes on an epic quest. Surviving the terrible dangers of a forest that no man is brave enough to enter she reaches an enchanted castle with a sleeping prince... Based on an old Spanish folktale, this is an entertaining and inspiring tale about how the stories you tell about yourself can change your life.

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Entertaining animal stories from around the world, specially selected and retold for younger children. Contains five classics: The Fox and the Tiger, Chicken Licken, How the Zebra Got His Stripes, The Greedy Dog, The Brave Little Hare.

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A mini activity book, bursting with colourful festive scenes to complete with snowmen, Christmas trees, reindeer, snowflakes and lots more using the multi-coloured stickers provided. Part of a range of pocket-sized paperbacks that make perfect stocking fillers.

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My name is Inge. I am sixteen. I live with Mama and Papa in Munich. Food is still rationed, though the war ended over ten years ago. My boyfriend is Jewish. I have to hide this from my parents. I think they are hiding something from me, too. Letters arrive every year on my birthday, but they are not addressed to me. They are for a girl named Kasia. This is her story.'Powerful and harrowing' Mail on Sunday'A haunting beauty of a novel' Irish Times

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How do horses learn to trust people? Why do wild horses live in herds? How do they keep warm in winter? Why do horses roll on their backs? You'll find the answers, and lots more, in this charming book, packed with informative text, step-by-step illustrations, beautiful photographs and links to websites with fun activities.

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A funny re-telling of a West African folktale, in which trickster Tortoise challenges Hippo and Elephant to a tug-of- war. Brains beat brawn in an enchanting tale with a happy ending.

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"A captivating story about shyness and strength, reassuring and empowering." Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken LegsNo matter how quiet it is, you've got a voice, Storm. You should use it to speak up for yourself.Storm has never liked to stand out from the crowd, but ever since she started Year 7, her life has been full of people telling her she needs to speak up, make friends and be more like her popular big brother.Then Storm breaks a school record, and finds herself the new star of the athletics team. But as she's thrust into the spotlight, her home life and friendships start spiralling out of control, and it's time for Quiet Storm to show that she has something to say.A tender, empowering novel about family, friendship and finding confidence in who you are.

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