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A commemorative picture book celebrating the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, ideal for sharing with readers aged 8+. Follow Her Majesty's journey from a young princess growing up in wartime to an extraordinary leader - the longest-reigning British monarch in history. This very special illustrated book is the perfect way to share the Queen's life story with younger readers - from her childhood and service during the Second World War to the magnificent coronation and even a daredevil stunt at the London Olympics. Climb aboard the royal yacht Britannia, meet the 15 prime ministers she counselled and remember her wisdom to the nation and the whole Commonwealth through her Christmas broadcasts.And that's not all: during her seventy-year reign, Her Majesty truly witnessed it all - from colour television and Beatlemania to the birth of the internet. This commemorative book records not just the royal spectacles, but the entire Elizabethan age.From award-winning, bestselling author Smriti Prasadam-Halls, with beautiful illustrations from Josie Shenoy and Kim Geyer, this is a stunning tribute to the remarkable legacy of a much-loved queen. With a shimmering gold foil cover and plenty of quotes from the Queen herself, you'll treasure the book for years to come - in the reign of King Charles III.

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Bug Club Comprehension is part of Pearson''s Bug Club - the first whole-school phonics-based reading programme that joins books with an online reading world to teach today''s children to read. Bug Club Phonics gives you a fun, firm foundation in phonics! This pack contains 12 copies of The Tree. The beginning of this beautifully illustrated picture book tells the tale of a communal space enjoyed by villagers over the years, and centred around a huge old tree. We meet a girl who has grown up with the tree being an important part of her life. So, when plans for a market are proposed in place of the magnificent tree, what will happen? Children will explore the significance of the tree to the community and suggest how certain people may feel about the plans to remove it. Children will also explore the need for development versus conservation of wildlife. Part of the Suitable for children age 10-11 (Year 6)

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The three bears make traps so that no one will break into their house while they are out. Unfortunately, they forget to warn each other and all get caught in each other’s traps! Luckily, Goldilocks arrives and helps make the house as good as new. Part of the Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools Helps your child develop reading fluency and confidence Suitable for children age 6-7 (Year 2) Book band: Orange B Phonics phase: 5

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This title is part of Bug Club, the first whole-school reading programme that joins books with an online reading world to teach today's children to read.  Turquoise-A level: Goldilocks and the Porridge Problem ... The three bears are coming to tea.  But Goldilocks is having problems making the perfect porridge.  She has oats, milk ... what else does she need.

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Bring reading to life with well-known, family favourite characters! Help your child progress at home with Bug Club and Disney decodable readers for phonics phases 1-3.. Bug Club captures children''s imagination, nurtures lifelong readers, and is proven to work: research shows that after 18 months, children using Bug Club were 11 months ahead of their expected reading age. Bug Club at home will complement children''s school learning as they develop comprehension and fluency and provide independent reading practice with fully decodable phonics patterns. Children can engage with extra learning content, and activities at the back of each book now with their favourite Disney characters! The books all feature our specially designed dyslexia-friendly font and are set on pastel coloured backgrounds to help reduce visual stress. Already used by 1.5 million children in over 3,300 Primary schools in the UK, Bug Club

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The swallows must fly south for the winter, but this is Swoop’s first trip to a warmer climate and Mama Swallow knows just how dangerous the journey can be. From dodging buildings to soaring over mountains, Swoop is having so much fun flying when suddenly she finds herself separated from Mama Swallow. But there’s still a long way to go ... Highly engaging, illustrated picture book to be read out loud to children aged 5–6 Ideal for reading aloud at home with your child Helps expose your child to rich language and curriculum-linked vocabulary Includes key terms from Geography and the topic area of global environments Part of the Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools ‘These books are a great start to addressing the wider curriculum and the vocabulary issues that schools are identifying.’ - Assistant Head, Primary Academy The Bug Club Shared books are highly engaging, beautifully illustrated stories designed to be read out loud to children. The programme exposes children to rich, curriculum-linked vocabulary, helping to build an understanding across school subjects and cultivate a love for reading.

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This title is part of Bug Club, the first whole-school reading programme that joins books with an online reading world to teach today's children to read.

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The beginning of this beautifully illustrated picture book tells the tale of a communal space enjoyed by villagers over the years, and centred around a huge old tree. We meet a girl who has grown up with the tree being an important part of her life. So, when plans for a market are proposed in place of the magnificent tree, what will happen? Children will explore the significance of the tree to the community and suggest how certain people may feel about the plans to remove it. Children will also explore the need for development versus conservation of wildlife. Part of the Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools Helps your child develop reading fluency and confidence Suitable for children age 10-11 (Year 6)

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If I were a princess, I'd know how to behave. I'd make a royal curtsy and give a royal wave. Be a princess for the day and do all the things that princesses love to do, like riding in your royal carriage and wearing a sparkly crown. With chunky novelties, and lots of fun things to spot, children will love pulling tabs, lifting flaps and moving sliders in this brand-new series of board books that are the perfect size for little hands.

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Bring reading to life with well-known, family favourite characters! Help your child progress at home with Bug Club and Disney Year 2 colour book band readers. Bug Club captures children''s imagination, nurtures lifelong readers, and is proven to work: research shows that after 18 months, children using Bug Club were 11 months ahead of their expected reading age. Bug Club at home will complement children''s school learning as they develop comprehension and fluency and provide independent reading practice with fully decodable phonics patterns. Children can engage with extra learning content, and activities at the back of each book now with their favourite Disney characters! The books all feature our specially designed dyslexia-friendly font and are set on pastel coloured backgrounds to help reduce visual stress. Already used by 1.5 million children in over 3,300 Primary schools in the UK, Bug Club is

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This title is part of Pearson's Bug Club - the first whole-school reading programme that joins books and an online reading world to teach today's children to read.

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Fred is far too busy playing his game to pay attention to Mum’s boring story about Queen Aethelflaed. That is, until he realises she was a warrior queen! From building strong towns with impressive defenses to defeating powerful Viking forces, Queen Aethelflead led her troops to many spectacular victories. She inspired so many people, and even gives Fred a few tips for his game … Highly engaging, illustrated picture book to be read out loud to children aged 6–7 Ideal for reading aloud at home with your child Helps expose your child to rich language and curriculum-linked vocabulary Includes key terms from History and the topic area of Anglo Saxons and Vikings Part of the Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools ‘These books are a great start to addressing the wider curriculum and the vocabulary issues that schools are identifying.’ - Assistant Head, Primary Academy The Bug Club Shared books are highly engaging, beautifully illustrated stories designed to be read out loud to children. The programme exposes children to rich, curriculum-linked vocabulary, helping to build an understanding across school subjects and cultivate a love for reading.

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Goldilocks has problems making the perfect porridge. She has oats and milk but is not sure what else she needs so tries various ingredients. Fortunately, when the bears arrive for tea, they enjoy the unusual but tasty porridge that Goldilocks has made. Part of the Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools Helps your child develop reading fluency and confidence Suitable for children age 6-7 (Year 2) Book band: Turquoise A Phonics phase: 6

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When Goldilocks goes down to the woods one day, the three bears are in for a big surprise! They arrive home to discover a big mess in their house and a little girl asleep in bed. Goldilocks explains she was helping and stays for tea. Part of the Bug Club reading series used in over 3500 schools Helps your child develop reading fluency and confidence Suitable for children age 6-7 (Year 2) Book band: Orange A Phonics phase: 5

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I'm a giant monster, with sharp, sharp claws. I've got big, spiky teeth and loud, loud roars. Which is why I say, to everyone I meet . . . CALL ME SCARY . . . DON'T CALL ME SWEET! Everyone thinks that little monsters are cute and cuddly, but this monster's grumpy and grouchy. Honest! He does REAL monster stuff, like stomping around and eating squishy, squelchy food like bug eye stew. He's brave, too - he's not scared of ANYTHING. Not even big, hairy ogres . . . . . . Wait, is that a big, hairy ogre? HELP!

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A message of unconditional love through the seasons is wrapped in a warm and exuberant board book--perfect for baby showers, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, and love all year round! I love you strong, I love you small, Together, we have it all. I love you wild, I love you loud, I shout it out and I feel proud. When you love someone, you want the whole world to know. Through good times and bad, rain or shine, love is unconditional. Share this beautiful board book for story time, bedtime, or anytime--with someone you love!

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Every day has its ups and downs Sometimes you giggle, sometimes you frown. But the thing to remember, the secret, is this . . . Everything feels better with the help of a KISS. If you've scraped your knee, or fallen out with your best friend, a kiss can make everything better. And kisses aren't just for children, they're for grown-ups too. So the next time you see someone you love feeling down in the dumps, just remember: a kiss is the very best gift of all! A tender expression of love, Kiss It Better is the perfect gift. Great for fans of Guess How Much I Love You.

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When you love someone, you stand by them no matter what happens. In good times… When you’re excited, the world joins with you, You bounce all about—look, I’m bouncing, too! In bad times… When you are sad and troubled with fears, I hold you close and dry all your tears. And all the times in between. When you are high and when you are low, I’ll be holding your hand… and I’ll never let go. Share this beautiful celebration of unconditional love with someone special in your life.

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WINNER of the English 7-11 Best Non-fiction Picture Book Award. Shortlisted for the SLA Awards 2018! The wolf stalks the wilderness and our own imaginations. Uncover its mysteries in this beautifully written non-fiction picture book.Majestic and fierce, proud and strong, the wolf has always been a source of fascination - and fear. It remains one of the most misunderstood of all creatures, frequently cast as our mortal enemy. The truth is that wolves and humans are more closely connected than we dare to admit. With beautifully lyrical language, Smriti Prasadam-Halls explores the lightning speed, echoing howl and family life of these mysterious animals, revealing astonishing facts and overturning misconceptions as she does so. Wildlife illustrator Jonathan Woodward brings the creatures to life with breathtaking papercut collage artwork. This is non-fiction storytelling at its very finest.The Ways of the Wolf has been endorsed by the UK Wolf Conservation Trust.IN THE SAME SERIES: The World of the Whale.

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Find out how your voice works and how to sing like a star. Using the world's largest known database of writing for and by children, our experts have defined 300 ambitious words to help children succeed at school. We've combined these with fully-decodable books that help you match your phonics teaching and practice, while inspiring and engaging your young readers. Specially developed to enhance children's vocabulary alongside their decoding skills, these books are perfect for sharing.

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Mummy and baby elephant are cuddly and grey. They splash about together and find new games to play! Stroke their smooth skin! There are elephants, tigers, crocodiles and pandas to meet in this gorgeous book. Children can press out and play with the eight furrry jungle animals, matching each baby with its mummy and then fitting them together again! Mummy and Baby Jungle is one in a series of four books, each featuring two adorable soft-to-touch animals on every page. These delightfully simple jigsaws are designed especially for very young children to develop hand-eye co-ordination, and are perfect for little hands to stroke.

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You make me happy, you make me new. Together there's NOTHING that we cannot do. A special someone can make you happy in all sorts of ways. In this delightfully optimistic and feel-good book, Fox and Porcupine discover that blue skies or grey, EVERYTHING is better when they're together. Beautifully illustrated with a loose line, delicate touch and lashings of charm, this is the perfect gift to make someone special very happy.

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Fairy Tales Step into the enchanted world of fairy tales with these two magical stories - and learn all about snow in the real world!

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Al and the Emergencies gives an insight into what a day in the life of an emergency call handler looks like. Al, the emergency call handler, gives important advice over the telephone and sends ambulances to people who need them. In this book, we follow Al to find out more about his job and how he helps to save lives. Al and the Emergencies is in Lime Book Band, Oxford Reading Level 11. Project X Hero Academy Non-fiction is an inspirational series of books which broadens children's subject knowledge, while consolidating their phonics learning and improving their reading fluency.

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When it comes to love, it's not only humans who like to plan a romantic proposal.Meet a penguin on the hunt for a pretty pebble to impress his partner, a flurry of flamingos turning a lake into a matchmaking dance floor and even pair of sweetly serenading gibbons!Travel from the deepest depths of the ocean to tropical rainforests and beyond, discovering the weird and wonderful wooing techniques of animals in love.This picture book is the perfect present to say I love you to a child.

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When it comes to love, it's not only humans who like to plan a romantic proposal.Meet a penguin on the hunt for a pretty pebble to impress his partner, a flurry of flamingos turning a lake into a matchmaking dance floor and even pair of sweetly serenading gibbons!Travel from the deepest depths of the ocean to tropical rainforests and beyond, discovering the weird and wonderful wooing techniques of animals in love.This picture book is the perfect present to say I love you to a child.

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