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Perl'autora delfamósllibreCom amagar unlleó.Espot amagar unlleódurant el Nadal?Quan la família marxa fora per Nadal, l'Iris s'ha de separar del seu lleó. El lleó no pot suportar veure l'Iris tan trista, així que decideix fer-hi alguna cosa. Al cap i a la fi, és gaire difícil per a un lleó amagar-se per Nadal?Unàlbumillustrat quetracta latolerància, ladiversitat i el respecte il'acceptació del'altreambsenzillesa,tendresa i humor.Ressenyes:Divertit i al mateix temps commovedor. M'ha agradat molt llegir-lo amb la meva filla.Alex Scheffler, creador d'El Pip i la PosyL'he llegit amb el meu fill. Ens encanta.David WalliamsA Com amagar un lleó per Nadal, l'adorable mascota de l'Iris comparteix experiències nadalenques en trens, llars i paisatges. Un tendre àlbum illustrat sobre comiats i

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A fun-filled adventure from the author-illustrator behind I WOULD RATHER HUG A TIGER! Squirrel found berries. "Ooh!" said Squirrel. Then Bear found berries. "Oooooh!" said Bear. "Save some for me please" begged Squirrel. "Sharing is caring, you know!" But. BEARS DON'T SHARE! Bear and Squirrel are on the hunt for some food before Winter comes, but there's just one small problem. Bears don't share! Will Bear learn that you can't always have your cake and eat it too? Join Bear and Squirrel on their adventure in the forest to find out! A laugh-out-loud picture book about friendship and what it means to share With gorgeous illustrations filled with heart and humour by Lorna Scobie Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen Check out Lorna Scobie's other hilarious books: Collecting Cats, Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit!, Duck, Duck, Dad? and I Would Rather Hug a Tiger

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The thrilling sequel to Annaliese Avery's epic debut THE NIGHTSILVER PROMISE. Featuring danger, dragons and a fight against destiny. Praise for The Nightsilver Promise: "A smart, original, fantasy adventure" Dominique Valente, author of Starfell "Richly imagined and unputdownable" Vashti Hardy, author of Brightstorm When Paisley Fitzwilliam escapes the clutches of the Dark Dragon, she has just one thing on her mind - getting her brother Dax back from the icy Northern Realms, where he was whisked away by the fierce and mysterious dragon riders, the Krigare. It's clear that Paisley's track is unique, but with the Dark Dragon and the King's Guard now on her trail, she faces danger at every turn. To rescue her brother and keep the Heart Stone from the clutches of the Dark Dragon, Paisley must harness her power and seek new and dangerous alliances. . . The next instalment in a thrilling fantasy series with immersive world-building and tons of action! Perfect for readers of Philip Pullman, Diana Wynne Jones and Cornelia Funke. Featuring an epic journey to the Northern Realms, land of the dragon-riding Krigare.

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'Has everything I like: humour, action, great characters and awesome mythology!' Rick Riordan, bestselling author of Percy Jackson 'A new star is born.' Eoin Colfer, bestselling author of Artemis Fowl The fourth fast-paced fantasy adventure starring Aru Shah! Aru has just made a wish on the tree of wishes, but she can't remember what it was. She's pretty sure she didn't wish for a new sister, one who looks strangely familiar and claims to be the Sleeper's daughter, like her. Aru's biggest question, though, is why every adult she has loved and trusted so far has failed her. Will she come to peace with what they've done before she has to wage the battle of her life? Pacy, page-turning storytelling with charm and humour For fans of Jasbinder Bilan, Kwame Mbalia and the Percy Jackson series Aru Shah and the End of Time (book 1) is a New York Times bestseller. In 2020, it made TIME's 100 Best Fantasy Books of all Time

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  From the bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog comes this fabulous interactive sound book. Help Zog learn his lessons at dragon school by using his star as a detachable wand. Hover the wand over the star symbol on each page to activate a different sound on every spread so children can roar, fly and cheer along with Zog.

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Ever wonder how fireflies light up the sky? And why those sticky plant seeds are so hard to get off your clothes? The Firefly's Light is a mind-boggling non-fiction book about biomimicry – how humans have been inspired by observing the amazing innovations of the natural world. With gorgeous illustrations and incredible stories, explore and celebrate how designers, engineers and scientists have looked to nature and found solutions to everyday problems. Beautiful, colourful art exploring examples of biomimicry in our world Learn all about how inventions and discoveries came to be, from velcro, aeroplanes, the Bullet Train, LED lights and more! Full colour illustrated non-fiction book for ages 8+

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Find the answers to the biggest question we ask ourselves in this full-colour picture book by the much-loved Philip Bunting! Am I my name? Am I my stuff? Am I my gender? Am I my skin colour? Who Am I? is a trip into deepest inner space to answer one of life's biggest questions. We are all from the same place, and made of the same stuff, but we each see ourselves as individuals. Who Am I? is an introspective exploration of that idea - a dive through the multitudes that comprise every one of us - to ask who we really are, once all of the external stuff is stripped away. This is the perfect read for curious children and parents, who want to know more about what makes them so uniquely themselves. Written by Philip Bunting, author and illustrator of Mopoke and Another Book About Bears A brilliant conversation-opener to talk about bigger concepts and ideas, such as feelings, gender and race Includes full colour illustrations with a graphic style, to keep children entertained as you turn each page

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A Disney Original movie for 2020! The Worst Witch with cute critters! Shapeshifter Nory will charm you with her clumsy animal magic. Nory Horace is brave, smart and hooked on peanut butter cookies. She also loves animals. Turning into them, that is! Like most people in her magical world, she can shift into all sorts of creatures. The trouble is, her skills are a little bit… wonky. She’s bottom of the class at her magical academy. (Although that doesn’t suck nearly so hard in a school full of magic.) But Nory wants to know: why can’t topsy-turvy magic be cool? She thinks upside-down magic totally beats right-side up! The charming and heartfelt tale of a magical misfit Written by three New York Times bestselling writers Perfect for fans of Holly Webb or Ever After High

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Prepare yourself for even more mischief than before with this gorgeously gothic series! Malice Morbid Malign isn't like the rest of her family. But when her younger sister Antipathy-Rose finds a sphere of solid Amber in one of the forbidden swag rooms at Malignant House, and bites right through it, she unwittingly unleashes a world of trouble. Trapped within the Amber sphere is Maniacal Malign’s time-stopping pocket watch. Maniacal Malign had been in exile for several centuries but the moment Antipathy-Rose’s gnashers crack the Amber, he is summoned back to monstrous action. Malice, Uncle Vex and Seth find themselves on a time-sensitive mission, as they race to retrieve the pocket watch, whilst unravelling Maniacal’s malevolent mischief along the way. The perfect next read for Amelia Fang fans. An ideal gift for readers for Halloween and beyond. This funny, warm-hearted, spooky series – stunningly illustrated by Hannah Peck, and beautifully packaged – will delight and enchant middle-grade readers aged 8+.

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"An old-school (in every sense) yarn... Bishop pulls it off with humour and aplomb." Financial Times A captivating boarding school mystery from Sylvia Bishop, author of Erica's Elephant, The Bookshop Girl and The Secret of the Night Train. Transplanted from her exciting life as an explorer's daughter, Freya finds herself miserable at a posh boarding school. Freya hates all the boring rules, the other girls are mean to her, and the headmistress is frosty good manners personified. When a bat removal expert is called in to deal with an infestation, Freya meets his irrepressible children - and finds herself making friends at last. Together they explore the city, with particular interest in the grand exhibition showing priceless artefacts for the first time. When the objects are stolen in a dramatic heist, Freya is sure her new friends are responsible - but the true culprit might be closer to home... Warm, witty and packed full of gorgeous characters, this is a boarding school mystery with a twist. Perfect for fans of Robin Stevens' Murder Most Unladylike series Sylvia Bishop is the author of The Bookshop Girl, The Secret of the Night Train, and Erica's Elephant

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Before the packed stadiums. Before he became a huge star. Jamie Johnson had to learn from the best. Jamie is the top player at his school but there's something missing from his game. He needs that bit of extra flair. He wants that touch of magic. Can the once-in-a-lifetime chance to train on the beaches of Brazil give Jamie the skills he needs to become a legend?

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  A Limited Edition Pokemon Tin with a storybook, activity pad, colouring book, poster, stickers and coloured pencils! This awesome collector's tin – perfect for storing Pokemon collector's cards – comes with: 24-page storybook 24-page activity pad 32-page colouring book four coloured pencils double-sided poster – one coloured side and one black and white for colouring in Plus over 50 stickers!

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A Rainbow a Day keeps the grey clouds away! A 10p contribution per copy sold will be donated in aid of the NHS Charities Together COVID-19 Urgent Appeal. Bring some rainbow cheer to this black-and-white activity book! Discover rainbow-themed activities, from fun crafts to healthy snacks, sparkling slime recipes to a rainbow picture you can colour and put up in your window. As we spend more time indoors, a little bit of rainbow in everything we do can bring a burst of cheerfulness to those around us. Activities include: Rainbow colouring pages Colour and cut-out postcards Colour in rainbow poops! Make a jar of happy Bake rainbow cookies Colour and cut-out greetings cards Colourful friendship bracelets Plus lots more colouring and drawing!

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Scholastic Annotation-friendly editions come with extra wide margins and double spaced lines, they are perfect for your study notes. Examination: English Language & Literature Specification: GCSE 9-1 Set Text covered: Macbeth by William Shakespeare Type: Set Text: Annotation Edition "This version of the text [Annotation Edition Texts: A Christmas Carol: Annotation Edition] is vastly superior to a simple copy of the book, double spacing and wide margins allow for the text to be annotated in detail without losing the original text, often impossible to do with other versions." Lisa Ward, English Teacher "Very easy to use, accessible for a lot of learners who have previously struggled. The spacing of the text was a feature that students particularly liked and the clear annotation." Nicola O'Donnell, English Teacher [regarding Annotation Edition Texts: Macbeth: Annotation Edition] This annotation edition of Shakespeare's well-known tragedy is perfect for students and Shakespeare enthusiasts alike. These annotation editions include: Large spaces between lines and large outer margins, perfect for highlighting and note-taking. Pages for note-taking in every book. A large, easy to read font and left-justified text for children who struggle to access the printed word. Top tips on effective annotation from English teacher and revision guide author, Cindy Torn. When three sinister witches tell Macbeth that power and glory could be within his grasp, he murders the king in a bid to ensure his future. But he soon sees the error of his ways, for if you kill once, you will kill again - and the dead will return to haunt you for your sins. War, power, witchcraft, deadly deeds, relationships and risks are themes that run through this enduring play. Scholastic have a full suite of revision guide, study guide, app, student book, revision cards and essay planners - the most comprehensive support for GCSE set texts available!

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Sorrow all but rules the Court of Tears, in a land gripped by perpetual grief, forever mourning her brother who died just days before Sorrow was born. By day she governs in place of her father, by night she seeks secret solace in the arms of the boy she's loved since childhood. But when her brother is seemingly found alive, and intent on taking control, Sorrow has to choose whether to step aside for a stranger who might not be who he claims to be, or embark on a power struggle for a position she never really wanted. Don't miss the thrilling conclusion to the Sorrow duology: State of Sorrow PRAISE FOR BOOK ONE: State of Sorrow "Complex world-building and convincing protagonists make it easy to identify with Sorrow's ordeal. Startling plot twists will keep you gripped until the last page and impatient for the next instalment" - BOOKTRUST

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Laugh-out-loud, fresh teen comedy with an on-trend witchy spin - Sabrina the Teenage Witch for a new generation! Morgan Charmley has spent her entire thirteen years on the planet attempting to prove she has control over her witch powers so that she's allowed to attend a normal school. And the day has finally arrived! But will she be able to make friends and fit in with non-magical teenagers? Can she resist using her powers to make herself popular or turn her teachers into toads? Can she keep her spells a secret? Perfect for fans of Louise Rennison, Zoella and Holly Bourne

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A funny, big-hearted novel about loving yourself for being exactly who you are! When a mega-famous pop group announces a competition for fans to be part of their next music video, Erin decides to go for it. She wants to show her younger brother that in life, there are no limits - even if you don't look like most other kids. But making an audition video is proving more difficult than Erin expected; it's almost like her best friend is trying to ruin it! And when an opportunity comes up that might increase her chances, Erin begins to wonder: can she stay true to herself and pursue her dreams? Erin's character is inspired by co-author Cara Mailey, who has achondroplasia (the most common form of dwarfism) and was featured on CBBC's documentary "My Life: Made to Measure" and BBC One's "Keeping Up with the Maileys" Co-author Chrissie Sains is also the author of An Alien In the Jam Factory Perfect for fans of The Amazing Edie Eckhart by Rosie Jones, A Kind of Spark and Can You See Me? PRIASE FOR I GOT THIS "One of the manifest strengths of this novel is the way telling details about achondroplasia are mentioned in the most natural and unforced way [...] It is an impressive accomplishment for these two authors (Mailey herself has achondroplasia) to have produced a work of seamless integrity, a work which leaves the reader aching for Erin to find her place" - Books For Keeps "I Got This is not just about life with achondroplasia, it’s about how limitless life can be with positivity, empathy, and support from the people who love us." - Books For Topics

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An action-packed, laugh-out-loud, high-energy story for boys and girls celebrating family, friendship and brotherhood, and starring a time-travelling supercar. From TV personalities and Diversity street dance superstars, brothers Ashley and Jordan Banjo When billionaire satellite tycoon Noel Riche announces his latest project, the whole world tunes in - including brothers Cass and Micah. But Riche's scheme is to rain asteroids on the planet until he is given absolute power - and there's nothing anyone can do to stop him. Or is there? As the brothers flee a hail of meteors which demolishes their school, they are intercepted by an amazing time-travelling supercar, sent back from the future by their older selves to recruit them for a crucial mission. They must travel back to the 1990s, befriend Noel Riche as a child their own age, and put right what once went wrong - all the while pursued by sinister agents from Riche's dystopian future. Perfect for fans of Tom Fletcher and Alesha Dixon. Written in collaboration with Alexandra Sheppard Full of fantastic pictures by Brittney Bond PRAISE FOR THE FLY HIGH CREW "...full of action, aliens and a tight-knit crew who would do anything for each other. The twists and turns of the alien invasion keeps the reader guessing, putting them fully in the shoes of the adventurous crew experiencing such extraordinary events occurring in their school and homes." - Matthew age 11, The Reading Zone

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I'm trying so hard to be good! When the Petersons meet Shadow, they know he's very special. Everyone agrees that Shadow will be the perfect puppy for someone. But who will be the perfect owner for him?

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Bestselling Andy McNab and award-winning Phil Earle join forces for the very first time, and the results are hilarious! Danny Mack's mates are brilliant: there's his best mate Giraffles (yeh, you read that right), so-called because of his unusually long neck; the MandM twins (you got it - like the chocolate) who are always finishing each other's sentences; and Lucky Success, who, well I reckon you can guess how he got his name. They're the best mates a kid could ask for, and when an epic school trip is announced, they're all properly made up about it. Because school trips are just an excuse to have a big laugh with your mates, right? Erm, WRONG. Let's just say that this is a school trip like no other, and Danny, Giraffles, Lucky and the MandMs have got a real challenge on their hands. Will they make it through? If Danny has anything to do with it, you bet they will! Brilliantly illustrated by Robin Boyden, illustrator of David Solomon's My Arch-Enemy is a Brain in a Jar, and full of laughs and a lot of heart, Get Me Out of Here! is without a doubt the book of the year.

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From the creator of the Tom Gates series, comes a very funny picture book about a new baby in the family. Little Croc wants a pet. But his mum and dad have other news - they are expecting a baby. And when Baby Doris arrives, Little Croc decides she is the most annoying little sister ever - she wakes him up in the night, she scribbles on his pictures and she spoils his favourite toys. But luckily Little Croc's older brother Boris is there to show Little Croc that being a big brother can actually be a lot of fun. A brilliantly funny and reassuring tale about dealing with teenage siblings, written especially for little ones. Silver medal winner Nestlé Children’s Book Prize This fabulously funny picture book is by the creator of The Brilliant World of Tom Gates which was winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize and now a TV series PRAISE FOR MY LITTLE SISTER, DORIS "cute as it’s laugh-out-loud funny." - CoolMarket "A rib-tickling read" - LoveReading 4 Kids PRAISE FOR MY BIG BROTHER, BORIS "Vivid colours and a comic-strip feel bring out the humour of the inter-generational conflict and maintain a bright and reassuring mood." - Little Parachutes "warm and witty" - Booktopia "A charming book" - Daily Mail OTHER PICTURE BOOKS BY LIZ PICHON Fluffy and Scruffy: A Tale of Two Kitties My Big Brother Boris

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The first book in an exciting brand-new series by New York Times bestselling author Megan Miller – The Glitch Force! The Glitch is an elite task force sent in to eliminate a terrifying creature invasion in the dark forest. Never having visited the dark forest before, its members find themselves in a dangerous woodland mansion with evokers and pillagers lurking everywhere. Then there are the unhinged forest villagers to contend with! A full-scale battle ensues, and the team must risk their lives and enlist a team of unreliable but deadly mobs to help them destroy a deceptively adorable threat: an army of killer bunnies with glowing red eyes and an appetite for disaster. A fun and exciting story for fans of Minecraft A must-read for any kid who loves to play Minecraft! Perfect for gamers

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A gloriously spooky, mischief-packed mystery from the author of Malice in Underland Every year a Halloween Ball is thrown by the Topunders for their friends in Underland. It's a big deal - excellent gloating fodder - and every Topunder family wants the honour of hosting it. Finally, it seems as though the Malign family luck has changed; this is their year. Preparations are in full swing when the Underland Mayor is ghostnapped, throwing Underland into turmoil. Worse is to come when the mayor is discovered in the Malign oubliette. It is down to Malice, Seth and Uncle Vex to prove Ma and Pa's innocence and bring the real culprits to justice. If they don't, it will be more than just the Halloween Ball in ruins... Perfect for AMELIA FANG readers who want to take their next-step in reading. Highly-illustrated by renowned and celebrated illustrator, Hannah Peck. Ideal for fans of Witch Wars and The Train to Impossible Places

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Maths with the laughs added in! * Why nothing sometimes means something? * Can you beat Professor Fiendish's foul formula? * What can stop a hairy green spot epidemic? Find out in the Essential Arithmetricks - all the tricks, tips and short-cuts they don't teach at school.

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Everybody knows that Cleopatra is the most famous of all of Egypt's queens and that she had a nasty accident with a snake. But did you also know that Cleopatra: Married both her brothers? Had her younger sister killed? Everything you would ever want to know about Cleopatra!

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Written by the author of the beloved classsic, Ballet Shoes (1936), this wonderful picture book about a cat who lives in a theatre is available once again after 70 years! Pinkie the cat works at the ballet theatre as a mouser. He loves watching the dancers, but he’s scared of the mice he’s meant to catch! What’s a ballet-loving cat to do? Collectible hardback with foil on the cover makes this a lovely gift for anyone's library Rarely seen since it's publication in 1951, this heartfelt and nostalgic read is the perfect gift for cat lovers of all ages Osbert and The Theatre Cat are Noel's only picture books - both republished simulataneously. Includes the book's original illustrations by artist Susanne Suba, also known for her covers for The New Yorker magazine. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Noel Streatfeild was born in Sussex in 1895 and began writing children's books in 1931. Ballet Shoes was published in 1936, and she quickly became one of the most popular authors of her day. She was one of the first winners of the Carnegie Medal and was awarded an OBE in 1983. Streatfeild lived in London until she died in 1986.

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30 years after Disney's The Little Mermaid movie was released, it's time for a feminist reimagining for a new generation. "A masterpiece" Marian Keyes "A fierce torrent of a book, raging and forceful and gripping. I was swept away" Kiran Millwood Hargrave "Her prose cuts and rages and her vision of the Sea Witch is truly transformative" The Observer. Think you know the story of the Little Mermaid? Think again... Deep beneath the sea, off the cold Irish coast, Gaia is a young mermaid who dreams of freedom from her controlling father. On her first swim to the surface, she is drawn towards a human boy. She longs to join his carefree world, but how much will she have to sacrifice? What will it take for the little mermaid to find her voice? Hans Christian Andersen's original fairy tale is reimagined through a searing feminist lens, with the stunning, scalpel-sharp writing and world building that has won Louise her legions of devoted fans. A book with the darkest of undercurrents, full of rage and rallying cries: storytelling at its most spellbinding.

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Dr Christian, TV's favourite doctor, tackles all the awkward questions head-on, helping young people grow up to be healthy in mind and body. Coping with stress Being healthy and happy Your changing body Getting active Looking after yourself Eating well Dealing with anxiety Teenage years see many changes to young people's bodies and lifestyle. In his usual frank and straightforward fashion, Dr Christian tackles all your worries about growing up stress-free and healthy. Not just facts - Dr Christian also answers real questions he's been asked in real life. Perfect for parents and their children alike!

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A no-nonsense child's guide to everyday problems by TV's Doctor Christian. Finally, TV's Dr Christian, comes to the rescue of parents, boys and girls to answer all their questions about adolescence, sexuality and puberty. In his assured, no-nonsense fashion Dr Christian allays the fears and uncertainties of growing youngsters (and helps parents find answers) about personal and emotional health, body image and building self-confidence. A perfect companion book to Dr Christian's Guide to Growing Up. Leave it on the kitchen table or sit down and go through it together - this full-colour, fully-illustrated book will help every family household with children under the age of 15. subjects covered include: Staying healthy - healthy diet - teeth - having healthy bones and hair - looking after your eyesight (issues over screen-time) - plus needing eye-tests, wearing glasses vs contact lenses - hearing problems - effects of loud music/tinnitus - looking after your skin - sun sense, plus spots/acne, alcohol and smoking issues (covering other drugs as an insert box) Common health problems such as tonsilitis, tummy ache, period pains, ear ache, hayfever/allergies, asthma, veruccas/warts/blisters -bunions/high heels issues, sprains, headaches/migraines. First-aid tips - burns, cuts/scrapes, fainting, broken bones etc. Staying active - all-round fitness tips, need for regular exercise - ideas for non-sporting activities that still keep you fit - including playground games - things you can do with your friends to stay active Real-life skills - Money management - planning for your future - making new friends Online safety - tips for how to behave online Bullying - online & in the real world - who to turn to, what to do Learning how to be your own person - how to say 'no' and mean it - keeping your self-respect Stress-busters - including exam techniques - tips for coping, including ideas from well-known academics - revision tips/skills, improving concentration, dealing with stress - general stress issues for children and how to deal with them · Emotional health - self-esteem issues & confidence-boosting tips. Each section is interspersed with an advice-column with questions real children have asked Dr Christian.

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A hilarious new middle-grade from Justin A. Reynolds that asks: What happens when five unsupervised kids face the apocalypse under outrageously silly circumstances? Twelve-year-old Eddie Gordon Holloway has concocted his most genius plan ever to avoid chores . . . especially the dreaded L-A-U-N-D-R-Y. If he can wears every item of clothing in his wardrobe, summer will be halfway over before he has to do laundry! On the day of the highly anticipated Beach Bash, Eddie ends up grounded until he can get his clothes clean. While left home alone to do his laundry, the power goes out mid-cycle. With his first load of laundry soaking wet and the rest still filthy, Eddie sets out to explore the seemingly empty neighborhood in just his swim trunks and flip-flops. As he meets up with other neighborhood kids to find out what happened, they realize that their families aren't coming back anytime soon. And as night falls, the crew realizes they aren't just the only people left in the neighborhood - they might be the only people left . . . anywhere. Funny, voice-driven middle-grade story Features an all-Black “ensemble cast” of characters, written by a Black American author Perfect for fans of Escape The Rooms by Stephen and Anita Mangan, The Summer I Robbed a Bank by David O’Doherty and The Day the Screens Went Blank by Danny Wallace Reviews "A doomsday scenario is rendered surprisingly funny here . . . and so readers are given freedom to enjoy [Eddie's] brilliant quips, his quirky friends, and this highly unusual day without dwelling on what comes after this trange, golden afternoon when kids ran the neighborhood." - BCCB "With Reynolds' signature witticisms and jump-off-the-page jokes....[this is] equal parts friendship story, coming of age, and comedic apocalypse, this will be a great red for reluctant readers and kids looking to take their summers into their own hands." - Booklist "Matter-of-fact scenes with Eddie taking his ADHD medicine and talking through school and home pressures with Trey, their school's all-star athlete, offer insightful representations of Black boys bonding." - Kirkus

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Fans of Judy Blume and Jenny Han are sure to fall head-over-heels for this sweet story about first crushes, friendship drama, and finding the courage to stand up for yourself. Seventh grade is supposed to be a game changer. And Keiko thinks she's got it covered, especially with Audrey and Jenna by her side to shop for a new look, pick out a prime lunch spot, and even hit up that cute new bubble tea place after school. Her trio is ready to tackle life as they always have... together. But when Audrey decides they need boyfriends before Fall Ball, it looks like things may be changing in all the wrong ways. Jenna is sick of caving in to Audrey's demands, and soon Keiko's besties are barely talking, leaving her caught in the middle. While she's been dreaming about triple-dates, first kisses, and a boy she really shouldn't have a crush on, the friendship she's always thought was rock-solid is beginning to crumble. Keiko feels pulled in two directions. Should she try to help her friends - even if it means losing one of them - or follow her heart? When it comes to flirting, friendships, and fallouts, how is Keiko supposed to keep it all together? Flirting, friendship and fallouts, this has relatable themes for tween readers Sweet, smart writing with emotional depth: like a junior Jenny Han Love the sound of this? Then check out Just Be Cool, Jenna Sakai by Debbi Michiko Florence Praise for Keep It Together, Keiko Carter: A beautiful story about healing from heartbreak, and discovering the strength that comes from opening your heart to others. Jenna is a gem!" -- Jo Knowles, award-winning author of Where the Heart Is "Sweet and smart." -- Kirkus Reviews "Charming." -- Booklist "Florence's tween drama will resonate." -- School Library Journal Praise for Keep It Together, Keiko Carter:"Sweet and smart." - Kirkus Reviews"Charming." - Booklist"Florence's tween drama will resonate." - School Library Journal

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From the bestselling illustrator of The Wonky Donkey series comes this gorgeous picture book. "Twas only a niggle… the teensiest titch… but that fidgety feeling grew to an ITCH!" When you have an itch that you just can't scratch, it's great to have somebody else to do it for you. But what do you do when you're last in the scratching queue? Join Tiny Timpkin, Fuzzy O'Hare and friends, as they try to solve this terribly tickly, naggly-niggly, itchy-twitchy problem! Illustrated by Katz Cowley, the wonderful artist behind The Wonky Donkey This is the perfect book for fans of The Bee's Sneeze Fun, repetitive text makes for a giggle-tastic picture book for little ones!

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A gorgeously gothic debut series. Packed with wonderful characters, witty writing and thrilling adventure. STARFELL meets THE ADDAMS FAMILY. Meet Malice Morbid Malign. She’s from Underland, land of sorcery, spooks and skulduggery. But, she and her family live in Topside and mischief is their business . . . And the business of mischief is a very serious matter! The Malign family hate books, they hate bathing, and they especially HATE helping. But when grandad ghosts mysteriously start disappearing, including her own beloved grandad, Malice has no choice but to help. She partners up with her Uncle Vexatious, to solve the case of the missing grandad-ghosts. The perfect next read for Amelia Fang fans. This funny, warm-hearted, spooky series – stunningly illustrated by Hannah Peck, and beautifully packaged – will delight and enchant middle-grade readers aged 9-12.

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Help the Great Easter Bunny get her chocolate power back! A new edition of the egg-cellent search-and-find book, now with over 680 things to spot, a new scene to search and three new characters. It's a tragedy! The wondrous Golden Egg, the source of the Great Easter Bunny's chocolate power, has disappeared. Without it, there will be no chocolate for Easter. But Tabatha Hopkins is on the case. Help her find the Golden Egg and save Easter! Includes over 50 things to spot in every scene, from cupcakes and carrots to polar bears and Easter eggs Gold foil cover Other titles in the series: Where's Santa's Elf?

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A thrilling illustrated tale complete with lions, gladiators, assassination plots and a dare-devil rescue. ‘A funny and easy look back at history and some of the key players from each time period, all alongside the brilliant illustrations’ My Shelves are Full ‘Full of historical nuggets, brilliantly illustrated and full of fun!’ A Little But a Lot Henry is back in the present day - but he isn't happy about it. His little sister is driving him mad and no one believes that he travelled through time. But all that is about to change when Henry finds himself travelling back to ancient Rome - where he soon realises that sibling rivalry can take a darker turn... A toga-tickling, gladiatorial gallop through Ancient Rome! A Gladiator Stole My Lunchbox is a time-travel adventure with a difference. From talented author-illustrator Thiago de Moraes, creator of A Mummy Ate My Homework, History Atlas, and Myth Atlas. Packed full of accidental assassination attempts, marauding lions and steaming piles of poo!

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Return to the stunning world of IMPOSTORS in this new book by global bestselling author Scott Westerfeld. When the world sees Frey, they think they see her twin sister Rafi. Frey was raised to be Rafi's double, and now she's taken on the role . . . without anyone else knowing. Her goal? To destroy the forces that created her. But with the world watching and a rebellion rising, Frey is forced into a detour. Suddenly she is stranded on her own in Paz, a city where many of the citizens attempt to regulate their emotions through an interface on their arms. Paz is an easy place to get lost . . . and also an easy place to lose yourself. As the city comes under a catastrophic attack, Frey must leave the shadows and enter the chaos of warfare - because there is no other way for her to find her missing sister and have her revenge against her murderous father.

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A brilliantly fun and empowering picture book about all the incredible things girls can do! Girls can be scruffy or muddy or smelly. Girls can be fancy, like people on telly. All girls are different...but one thing is true... there's NO other girl on the planet like you! Girls are fantastic! They're strong, brave and proud. They can climb up a mountain, fly a rocket into space, or even explore a hot jungle. Girls can do ANYTHING they put their minds to, just like you! So dive into the colourful pages of this picture book to explore all the wonderful and amazing things girls can do and remember to dream BIG! Bright and bold illustrations to delight you on every page A perfect gift to empower girls to dream BIG and do anything they want! With lyrical and rhythmic prose from Caryl Hart, this will delight parents, teachers and carers reading it again and again Educational and colourful endpapers at the back showing you lots of famous women, as well as activity sheets and lesson plans to go alongside the book to bring it alive in a classroom

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A timely and honest coming-of-age story that explores the complicated relationship between identity, culture, family, and love. Seventeen-year-old Pakistani immigrant, Zara Hossain, has been leading a fairly typical life in Texas since her family moved there for her father's work. While dealing with the Islamophobia that she faces at school, Zara has to lay low, trying not to stir up any trouble and jeopardize their family's dependent visa status while they await their green card approval. But one day her tormentor, star football player Tyler Benson, takes things too far, leaving a threatening note in her locker, and gets suspended. As an act of revenge against her for speaking out, Tyler and his friends vandalize Zara's house with racist graffiti, leading to a violent crime that puts Zara's entire future at risk. Now she must pay the ultimate price and choose between fighting to stay in the only place she's ever called home or losing the life she loves and everyone in it.

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Go back into the really rotten times of the Romans, where there were beastly battles, deadly doctors and marvellous myths. Discover what Roman soldiers wore under their kilts, how ancient Britons got their hair nice and spikey and why rich Romans needed a vomitorium. History with the nasty bits left in! 2013 is HORRIBLE HISTORIES twentieth anniversary.

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Written by the author of the beloved classsic, Ballet Shoes (1936), this wonderful picture book about a family poodle is available once again after 70 years! Aunt Cathy's wedding is tomorrow, but Father insists on keeping Osbert the family dog away from the festivities. Father says he's too unsightly! Can the heartbroken children work a miracle in time? Collectible hardback with foil on the cover makes this a lovely gift for anyone's library Rarely seen for 50 years, this heartfelt and nostalgic read is the perfect gift for dog lovers of all ages Osbert and The Theatre Cat are Noel's only picture books - both republished simulataneously. Includes the book's original illustrations by artist Susanne Suba, also known for her covers for The New Yorker magazine. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Noel Streatfeild was born in Sussex in 1895 and began writing children's books in 1931. Ballet Shoes was published in 1936, and she quickly became one of the most popular authors of her day. She was one of the first winners of the Carnegie Medal and was awarded an OBE in 1983. Streatfeild lived in London until she died in 1986.

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From the creator of CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS, comes an out-of-this-world friendship adventure - now in full colour! Ricky Ricotta loves his Mighty Robot, but sometimes it's hard for a little mouse to have a best friend who's so BIG. One night, Ricky makes a wish: if only his Mighty Robot had a friend his own size. Little does Ricky know, his wish is about to come true. Evil Uncle Unicorn has travelled all the way from Uranus with a mean and nasty plan. He's built a giant Ladybot to trick the Mighty Robot so he can take over planet Earth. Once again, it's up to Ricky and his pals to save the day.

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A new puppy to love in every story. Pugsley is adorable but he didn't earn the nickname Mr Pest for nothing and his owners decide he's too much of a handful to keep! Will Jack and Lizzie work out how to get Pugsley to behave and find him a forever home?

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From the mind that brought us The Odd 1s Out, Oddballs creator James Rallison is back with five brand new stories from the popular Netflix animated show! Join James, Max, Echo and all of your favourite Oddballs characters as they get into epic amounts of preventable trouble. In these five exclusive mini stories, James grows sentient bacteria in his mouth, sells his yard, turns the whole town into ASMR zombies, enrages several birthday girls and faces his own impending death. And, of course, he learns nothing.

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From Stonewall Award winner Bill Konigsberg, a remarkable, funny, sexy, heartbreaking story of two teen boys finding each other in New York City at the height of the AIDS epidemic. The first thing I noticed about C.J. Gorman was his plexiglass bra. It's 1987 in New York City, and Micah is at a dance club, trying to pretend he's more out and outgoing than he really is. C.J. isn't just out - he’s complete out there, and Micah can't help but be both attracted to and afraid of someone who travels so loudly and proudly through the night. A connection occurs. Is it friendship? Romance? Is C.J. the one with all the answers ... or does Micah bring more to the relationship that it first seems? As their lives become more and more entangled in the AIDS epidemic that’s laying waste to their community, and the AIDS activism that will ultimately bring a strong voice to their demands, whatever Micah and C.J. have between them will be tested, strained, pushed, and pulled - but it will also be a lifeline in a time of death, a bond that will determine the course of their futures. In Destination Unknown, Bill Konigsberg returns to a time he knew well as a teenager to tell a story of identity, connection, community, and survival. Perfect for fans of John Green and Nicola Yoon From Bill Konigsberg, award-winning author of Out of Pocket and Openly Straight A heart-breaking, life-affirming YA novel that sees a tough subject dealt with humour, compassion and unflinching truth.

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A fang-tastically funny story of unlikely friendship. Perfect for readers 9+. Maggie Helsby may be descended from a long line of vampire slayers, but that won't stop her being friends with vegetarian vampire Sharptooth Shadow. While she's introducing Sharptooth to the delights of school, she gets to hang out at wonderfully creepy Skeleton Castle on the weekend. Until the enchantments that keep the castle hidden start to mysteriously weaken - and a whole host of other, far less friendly, magical creatures arrive in town to cause trouble, along with a monster hunter determined to put a stop to *anything* supernatural... Don't miss the first book in the series, How Not To Be A Vampire Slayer Witch Wars meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer. A funny and warm story of friendship and acceptance.

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