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Reach plc Half Truths
Mike Phillips is one of Welsh rugby's most decorated players. With multiple Grand Slams and Lions tours under his belt, he was revered all over the world for his aggressive, in-your-face style of play. Off the field, his early years were littered with controversy and scandal as he wrestled with the new-found fame that success brought. In this brutally honest, tell-all autobiography, Mike reveals his run-ins with the police on the streets of Cardiff, what really went on inside the Wales and Lions dressing rooms and the truth behind that fateful night outside McDonald's, when a scrape with a bouncer saw him hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons on the eve of a World Cup training camp. He also discusses the personal turmoil that, at times, engulfed him and how he was able to block it all out to become one of the best players in the world. Phillips opens up about every aspect of his much talked about career, from the many glorious highs to struggling with fame, coping with pressure, dealing with rejection and retirement while ultimately finding personal peace and happiness. He lifts the lids on his relationship with Warren Gatland and talks about the big characters in the dressing room, from Sam Warburton to Dan Carter. Mike Phillips: Half Truths - My Triumphs, My Mistakes, My Untold Story is a no-holds barred account of a rugby life lived to the full, revealing the real man behind the legend.
£20.00
Little, Brown Book Group 1001 Really Stupid Jokes
Another terrific compilation of jokes in the hugely successful series of Robinson Children's joke books - this one specialises in completely ridiculous and utterly stupid ones - they'll love it!
£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Acorns – Pancake Face
Top-class authors and illustrators bring their brilliant stories to the severely struggling reader in these hi-lo, dyslexia-friendly tales with a reading age of 6 Alice Peasbody has no nose. People point and stare. Only the birds in the garden are Alice's friends. She tries to hide away, but it's hard to hide a pancake face for ever … A brilliantly accessible short story with a reading age of 6, designed to help severely struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+
£7.78
Sweet Cherry Publishing The Sword in the Stone (Easy Classics)
Book 3 in the series of Arthurian legends - retold at an easy-to-read level for younger readers! When two boys save an old man from robbers, they learn of a competition in Londinium to decide the next king of Britain. The elder, Kay, is determined to prove himself worthy as a knight or a king. The younger is Arthur, a farm boy through and through – until he sees the sword in the stone. About The Legends of King Arthur series: Epic battles, thrilling quests and forbidden love combine in the medieval story of the boy who would be king. A retelling of the Arthurian legends, adapted and illustrated to introduce children aged 7+ to classic folklore. Great to share aloud, just like the original tales.
£7.03
Scholastic Stormy Weather
Celebrating 20 years of Horrible Geography! Ever wondered where in the world tornadoes rip houses from the ground? Or frozen turtles fall from the sky? Get all the answers and more in this book, where the weather makes the rules. The perfect escapism from miserable maps, rotten rock piles and dire diagrams. Hold tight! With a brand-new cover design, format and inside look, it's geography with even more gritty bits left in! with hilarious black and white illustrations throughout by Mike Phillips the perfect way to engage young readers
£6.66
Scholastic Queen Boudica's Secret Diary
From the bestselling team behind Horrible Histories! It's time to delve into the totally true (sort of) and incredibly intriguing pages of Boudica's Secret Diary. Terry Deary steps into the mind of one of history's most powerful warriors, bringing you Boudica's thoughts on: the Romans! uprisings! marriage! Gaul! Horrible Histories' Secret Diaries of the most extraordinary (and Horrible) characters of all time will blow your mind. Horrible Histories' Secret Diaries are the perfect introduction to important figures from history. Fully illustrated throughout and told from the character's (sometimes delusional) point of view, each diary reveals the (quite likely) inner workings of their minds during the events that shaped their lives. Covering key moments in Boudica's life and the history of the Roman Empire's rule in Britain, the Secret Diary of Boudica reveals her: reaction to becoming the warrior Queen of the Iceni relationship with her servant and friend, Marcus leadership of her Celtish tribe battles against the Roman Empire Each diary is the perfect introduction to a pivotal era in British History, brilliantly immersive and sure to capture the imagination!
£7.21
Scholastic Henry VIII's Secret Diary
From the bestselling team behind Horrible Histories - a hilarious and equally gory spin-off series delving into the diaries of famous people of the past! It's time to delve into the totally true (sort of) and incredibly intriguing pages of Henry VIII's Secret Diary. First! Terry Deary steps into the mind of one of history's most tyrannical kings, bringing you Henry VIII's thoughts on: the Plague Christmas his wives the French executions the Church his wives! Scotland feasts his wives!! hunting Horrible Histories' Secret Diaries of the most extraordinary (and Horrible) characters of all time will blow your mind. ABOUT THE SERIES Horrible Histories' Secret Diaries are the perfect introduction to important figures from history. Fully illustrated throughout and told from the character's (sometimes delusional) point of view, each diary reveals the (quite likely) inner workings of their minds during the events that shaped their lives. Covering key moments in Henry's life and the history of the Tudor period, the Secret Diary of Henry VIII reveals his: reaction to the death of his father, Henry VII experience at the field of the cloth of gold relations with the Churchhopes for a son thoughts on his enemies and his allies right up to the end of his life in 1547. Each diary is the perfect introduction to a pivotal era in British History, brilliantly immersive and sure to capture the imagination!
£7.21
HarperCollins Publishers Windrush: 75 Years of Modern Britain
The oral history of Britain’s first West Indian immigrants and their descendants In 1948 the former troop ship Windrush made the 30-day journey across the Atlantic from Jamaica. The arrival of its 500 passengers, the first generation of Caribbean migrants in the UK, was the initial step in the formation of a new identity: the black Briton. Fifty years later, Mike and Trevor Phillips spoke to those on the Windrush itself, as well as those who followed, to tell the story of Britain in the second half of the twentieth century through the eyes of the outsiders who became insiders. Now updated to coincide with the 75th anniversary of the ship’s voyage and including reflections on its political and cultural legacy in 2023, Windrush is an essential record of this transformative era in British social history.
£12.99
Oxford University Press Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops Fiction: Level 11 More Pack B: Stinky Street
In Stinky Street Franklin loves his home, all his friends live in Stanley Street. But his mum and dad decide they need a bigger house. What can Franklin do to stop his parents selling the house and moving away? TreeTops Fiction contains a wide range of quality stories enabling children to explore and develop their own reading tastes and interests. It contains stories from a variety of genres including humour, sci-fi, adventure, mystery and historical fiction. These exciting stories are ideal for introducing children to a wide selection of authors and illustrators. There is huge variety to ensure every reader finds books they will enjoy and can read. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
£9.05
Scholastic Wicked World Tour
Geography with the gritty bits left in! Inside you'll find out: what happens when a volcano turns nasty whether you'd survive at the frozen poles how a frog can help you get a drink in the desert Hold on tight as you embark on a whistle-stop trip around the globe, taking in everything from the perishing poles to desperate deserts, stormy weather to earth-shattering earthquakes. Crammed full of far-out facts illustrated in full-colour on every page it's the ultimate Horrible Geography guide to the planet. Geography has never been so horrible!
£9.99
Penguin Books Ltd The Dancing Face: A collection of rediscovered works celebrating Black Britain curated by Booker Prize-winner Bernardine Evaristo
A sensational, original thriller that examines the powerful link between identity, sacrifice and possession, and questions our compulsive need to chase after ambitions that leave devastation in their wakeUniversity lecturer Gus knows that stealing the priceless Benin mask, The Dancing Face, from a museum at the heart of the British establishment will gain an avalanche of attention.Which is exactly what he wants.But such a risky theft will also inevitably capture the attention of characters with more money, more power, and fewer morals.Naively entangling his loved ones in his increasingly dangerous pursuit of righteous reparation, is Gus prepared for what it will cost him?'This book is brutal, deep, cunning and unbearably beautiful' Independent Selected by Booker Prize-winning author Bernardine Evaristo, this series rediscovers and celebrates pioneering books depicting black Britain that remap the nation.
£9.67
Reach plc Half Truths: My Triumphs, My Mistakes, My Untold Story
Mike Phillips is one of Welsh rugby's most decorated players. With multiple Grand Slams and Lions tours under his belt, he was revered all over the world for his aggressive, in-your-face style of play. Off the field, his early years were littered with controversy and scandal as he wrestled with the new-found fame that success brought. In this brutally honest, tell-all autobiography, Mike reveals his run-ins with the police on the streets of Cardiff, what really went on inside the Wales and Lions dressing rooms and the truth behind that fateful night outside McDonald's, when a scrape with a bouncer saw him hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons on the eve of a World Cup training camp. He also discusses the personal turmoil that, at times, engulfed him and how he was able to block it all out to become one of the best players in the world. Phillips opens up about every aspect of his much talked about career, from the many glorious highs to struggling with fame, coping with pressure, dealing with rejection and retirement while ultimately finding personal peace and happiness. He lifts the lids on his relationship with Warren Gatland and talks about the big characters in the dressing room, from Sam Warburton to Dan Carter. Mike Phillips: Half Truths - My Triumphs, My Mistakes, My Untold Story is a no-holds barred account of a rugby life lived to the full, revealing the real man behind the legend.
£9.04
Scholastic Earth-Shattering Earthquakes
Celebrating 20 years of Horrible Geography! Discover what it takes to be an earthquake expert, learn how to survive when an earthquake hits, and discover how rats and snakes can predict tremors. The perfect escapism from miserable maps, rotten rock piles and dire diagrams. Hold tight! With a brand-new cover design, format and inside look, it's geography with even more gritty bits left in! with hilarious black and white illustrations throughout by Mike Phillips the perfect way to engage young readers
£6.66
Scholastic Gruesome Guide to York
A stunning edition of this gory city guide with all the gruesome bits left in! Horrible Histories: Gruesome Guide To York takes readers on a gore-tastic tour of the streets of York, exposing all of its most scurrilous secrets. With the frightful full-colour map tourists can plot their path to the past meet at the Minster, amble through the blood-soaked Shambles climb to Micklegate - where so many traitors headed off. Deadly diseases, horrendous highwaymen and vicious Vikings, it's a trip no Horrible Histories fan will want to miss!
£7.21
Oxford University Press Read with Oxford: Stage 6: Disgusting Denzil
Denzil is everyone's favourite yucky little monster! That is, until his new baby sister, Devora, arrives. Can she really be more disgusting than Denzil? Books with chapters are a great way for children who are reading independently to extend reading stamina and progress to the next step of their reading journey. This Read with Oxford Stage 6 book has short chapters, an engaging story and humorous colour illustrations. Tips for parents and fun after-reading activities help you to get the most out of the story. Featuring much-loved characters, great authors, engaging storylines and fun activities, Read with Oxford offers an exciting range of carefully levelled reading books to build your child's reading confidence. Find practical advice, free eBooks and fun activities to help your child progress on oxfordowl.co.uk. Let's get them flying!
£6.52
HarperCollins Publishers Oh Dear Me, I’m Late For Tea!: Band 00/Lilac (Collins Big Cat)
This picture story follows Granny's race against the clock. It's two o'clock and Granny has just one hour to reach her destination. As the minutes tick by, the story shows Granny's increasingly imaginative modes of transport, from skateboard to jet pack, before revealing why she is in such a hurry – it's her grandchild's birthday tea. Lilac/Band 0 - wordless books that tell stories or give information through pictures and are designed to develop understanding about how stories and information books work. Text type - Fiction The Reader Response page shows Granny's pictorial recount of the different transport she used, providing opportunities for speaking and listening. This story is paired with a non-fiction book on the same theme: My Party by Maoliosa Kelly. This book has been levelled for Reading Recovery
£7.70
Scholastic Gruesome Guide to Edinburgh (newspaper edition)
Discover all the foul facts about the history of the Scottish capital with history's most horrible headlines: Edinburgh edition. The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to Auld Reekie. From why it's alright to spit on the High Street and whose pickled skin became a sought-after souvenir to how the pupils of Edinburgh High School got away with murder. It's all in Horrible Histories: Edinburgh: fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raising stories - with all the horribly hilarious bits included with a fresh take on the classic Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new the perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019's brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans. Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot. Read all about it!
£7.21
Scholastic Queen Victoria's Secret Diary
From the bestselling team behind Horrible Histories! It’s time to delve into the totally true (sort of) and incredibly intriguing pages of Queen Victoria's Secret Diary. First! Terry Deary steps into the mind of one of history’s most quirky queens, bringing you Victoria's thoughts on: • the Government! • incredible inventions! • Buckingham Palace! • the Empire! Horrible Histories’ Secret Diaries of the most extraordinary (and Horrible) characters of all time will blow your mind. _______________________________________________________________ Horrible Histories’ Secret Diaries are the perfect introduction to important figures from history. Fully illustrated throughout and told from the character’s (sometimes delusional) point of view, each diary reveals the (quite likely) inner workings of their minds during the events that shaped their lives. Covering key moments in Victoria’s life and the history of the Victorian era, the Secret Diary of Queen Victoria reveals her: • reaction to ascending the throne at 18 • arguments with Prince Albert • experience of the open sewers at Buckingham Palace • thoughts on her enemies and allies Each diary is the perfect introduction to a pivotal era in British History, brilliantly immersive and sure to capture the imagination!
£7.21
HarperCollins Publishers 4u2read – Dragon
Warm, magical and funny family tale from an award-winning author. A new edition now available with additional artwork. When Max won't tidy his room, his witchy Aunt flies off on her broomstick in a temper. Now Max is left on his own with a dragon's egg to look after. But the egg is starting to hatch…Soon Max and his friend Timmy have got a lot on their plate! Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+
£8.42
Scholastic Terry Deary's Best Ever Shakespeare Tales
Read William Shakespeare's best-loved plays like never before – a perfect mix of comedy, tragedy, magic and romance, retold for younger readers. Terry Deary's Best Ever Shakespeare Tales tells you more than just what happens in everyone’s favourite Shakespeare plays – it tells you the stories behind them. From how the plays were originally staged to what Shakespeare himself might have thought of his work being taught in schools – there’s so much to find out. Discover more out about: A Midsummer Night’s Dream King Lear Twelfth Night The Tempest The Merchant of Venice Romeo and Juliet Julius Caesar The Taming of the Shrew Macbeth Hamlet An engaging, easy-to-use and informative collection of Shakespeare's tales with humorous illustrations.
£6.66
Oxford University Press Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops Myths and Legends: Level 16: Mythical Beasts And Fabulous Monsters
In Mythical Beasts and Fabulous Monsters a prince faces the man-eating Minotaur, a Viking challenges the hungry Kraken, an adventurer rises with the immense Roc and a boy quizzes the wise Phoenix. Captivating versions of some of the best myths and legends from around the world. TreeTops Myths and Legends are fascinating and action-packed stories that will motivate and inspire readers. These are some of the oldest and most enduring stories in the world, retold by leading contemporary children's authors to bring out all of the action, drama, humour and depth of the original stories in a way that makes them as exciting and meaningful today as ever. The stories are beautifully illustrated in a range of styles to bring each tale to life. Books contain inside cover notes to support children in their reading. Help with children's reading development also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk. The books are finely levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.
£9.50