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Discover how today''s amazing inventions and technologies work while developing your coding skillsIn Smart Homes, find out about the technology that lives in our homes and buildings. Learn about motion sensors, create burglar alarms for your computer that use sound and motion to detect intruders.Each book goes inside a different machine or technology and explains the key computer code and systems that are controlling them. Step-by-step activities teach you how to create your own versions of these machines on screen, and bring them to life - with code! The focus is placed on modern technologies that actually use code to work, rather than looking back at steam engines, etc. This will keep the practice of coding firmly in the contemporary. Each book assumes readers have reasonable general computer skills. The series uses Scratch as the coding language, as this is still the most used, user-friendly and flexible in building projects, howev

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You can't see mental wellbeing but you can feel it. Your mental wellbeing is all about how you think and feel. Some people call it 'mental health' or 'emotional wellbeing'.Having good mental health doesn't mean being happy all the time. We all experience feelings of anger, sadness, fear and frustration. These feelings are perfectly normal. Mental wellbeing comes from finding positive ways to manage these feelings as you grow and develop.This simply written title explores what mental health is, why it is important, and ways to deal with some mental health problems such as stress and anxiety. The book includes mindfulness techniques and advice to help with relaxation and coping strategies.At the back are notes for parents and teachers that provide additional advice and support, as well as further activity ideas and information.These titles support the science curriculum at Key Stage One and Key Stage 2, as well as PSHE topics.The Healthy Me series is aimed at children aged from 5 and up to explain how people can keep fit and be healthy, forming good habits that will last a lifetime. Other titles in the series are: Exercise and Play, Keeping Clean, Eating Well, Keeping Safe, Resting and Sleeping.

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Learn how minerals shape our lives and how they've shaped planet Earth's past and present, as well as how they'll shape its future. This book explores the origins of minerals, where they're found, and why they're important. The content-rich text supports the science national curriculum, covering important Earth science and geology concepts. Photographs show readers Earth's most dazzling minerals, while informative fact boxes and sidebars provide a comprehensive learning experience.

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A beautiful picture book that explores what poverty and hunger are and how they affect children all over the worldSensitively illustrated by award-winning artist Hanane KaiThe Children in Our World picture book series helps children make sense of the larger issues and crises that dominate the news in a sensitive and appropriate manner. With relatable comparisons, carefully researched text and striking illustrations, children can begin to understand what poverty and hunger are, how they affect people in countries all over the world and how readers can help those affected. Where issues aren't appropriate to describe in words, award-winning illustrator, Hanane Kai, uses striking and sensitive illustrations help children visualise the people and situations impacted by poverty and hunger with images that are suited to their age and disposition.The series forms an excellent cross-curricular resource that looks at refugees, war, poverty and racism, and this book is ideal for tying into discussions on food, wealth and current affairs.Words and pictures combine to excellent effect ... an excellent way to develop empathy and understanding - Parents In Touch

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Do you like exploring, animals and adventure? Then join The Adventure Club! A new illustrated series for younger readers about animals and adventure from much-loved author Jess Butterworth - writer of classic adventure stories in vibrantly described settings.It's time for the fourth Adventure Club trip, and this time Tilly and the Adventure Club are off to Borneo. When the team find an orphan orangutan alone in the wild after a fire, they rescue it and the baby orangutan takes a special liking to Tilly. But can the Adventure Club train to the baby to live in the wild without her mum? And if they do, how will Tilly ever be able to leave her behind? Join the Adventure Club to find out!Packed full of illustrations and set as Tilly's own diary, this new series is perfect for young readers who are beginning to read on their own.

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A captivating, powerful and luminous story from a bestselling, award-winning author about a mother, a daughter, and the great Greenland shark. With mesmerising black and yellow illustrations and presented as a deluxe hardback with tracing paper inserts, this is a perfect gift for 9+ fans of David Almond and Frances Hardinge.'Such rich and vivid prose ... with beautiful illustrations by Tom de Freston' New York Times'Tom de Freston's stunning illustrations perfectly complement the poetry of Kiran Millwood Hargrave's story' Cressida Cowell'A truly beautiful book, with text and illustrations in perfect harmony. A book to treasure!' Jacqueline Wilson'Julia and the Shark is deep, beautiful and true. The art shines and the writing soars - a classic from cover to cover' Eoin Colfer'A rich, immersive and wondrous journey, through deep darkness to hope and light' Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken LegsThe shark was beneath my bed, growing large as the room, large as the lighthouse, rising from unfathomable depths until it ripped the whole island from its roots. The bed was a boat, the shark a tide, and it pulled me so far out to sea I was only a speck, a spot, a mote, a dying star in an unending sky...Julia has followed her mum and dad to live on a remote island for the summer - her dad, for work; her mother, on a determined mission to find the elusive Greenland shark. But when her mother's obsession threatens to submerge them all, Julia finds herself on an adventure with dark depths and a lighthouse full of hope...A beautiful, lyrical, uplifting story about a mother, a daughter, and love - with timely themes of the importance of science and the environment.

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Get ready to run . . . an edge-of-your-seat thriller with bite from international bestselling author Linwood Barclay, in his first novel for 9-12 year olds.Chipper is a very special dog. As part of a top-secret, multi-million dollar experiment to create the ultimate canine spy technology, Chipper's whole life has been spent within the walls of a secret organization known only as The Institute. Chipper is supposed to be more machine than mutt, but something's wrong and The Institute knows it. He's about to be terminated.Across the state, twelve-year-old orphan Jeff Conway is working all hours at his aunt Flo's lakeside cabin business. He misses his parents, his old life, and the dog he had to leave behind.When Chipper escapes and his and Jeff's paths collide, dog and boy find themselves tangled up in the most dangerous game of chase imaginable...Winner of the Arthur Ellis award for Best Kid's Crime NovelDanger, secrets and thrilling suspense in Linwood Barclay's action-packed first novel for children.

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The second thrilling adventure in a new historical series from million-copy-selling Caroline Lawrence, set in Roman Britain during the reign of the evil Emperor Domitian.Britannia AD 94. On the run from the Emperor Domitian, fifteen-year-old Fronto has joined the Roman army in order to find the security and structure he craves. But when his younger sister Ursula is captured by a terrifying Druid called Snakebeard, he must make an impossible decision. Can he leave the army, when desertion is punishable by death?His desire: To become a good soldierHis quest: To rescue his sister His destiny: To find his place in Roman BritainFrom the bestselling author of THE ROMAN MYSTERIES, perfect for children studying at Key Stage 2. Historical locations featured in this book are a British Iron Age Village, Bath Spa and the fortress at Caerleon.

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'A dark, chilling and fantastic read' Patricia GibneyCriminologist David Dunnigan and his troubled niece Beth are on the run. Beth has been accused of killing a high-profile detective and everyone thinks she's guilty. Even Beth, who has no memory of what happened, wonders if she is capable of murder. As Dunnigan and Beth set out to prove her innocence, they are hunted by the same forces responsible for Beth's abduction nearly twenty years ago. In a chase that takes them from Hamburg to Prague, to a compound in the bleak expanse of the Nevada desert, Dunnigan eventually comes face-to-face with their enemies.But did Beth really kill the man she had come to think of as a friend, and what secret will Dunnigan discover that could end Frobisher's After Dark Campaign once and for all? The time has come for Dunnigan to make a decision: will he be brave enough to make it, knowing that everyone he loves can't possibly make it out of this alive?

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This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE) Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. Perfect for 5-7 year olds.

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This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE) Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. Perfect for 5-7 year olds.In this twist on the original fairy tale, the miller''s son is given two cats by his father. Puss can talk to humans; Kitty is very clever. And Kitty has big plans ...

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This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE) Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. Perfect for 5-7 year olds.In this twist on the original fairy tale, Little Red Riding Hood has a dog called Little Blue, and Little Blue really does not like the Big Bad Wolf!

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This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE) Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. Perfect for 5-7 year olds.In this twist on the original fairy tale, Town Mouse and Country Mouse visit each other''s houses on the bus.

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This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE) Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. Perfect for 5-7 year olds.In this twist on the traditional Aesop fable The Boy who Cried Wolf, Baby Bear is bored waiting for his mother to return and decides to trick her by pretending a wolf has come...

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Packed with simple safety facts and healthy hints - find out why healthy kids choose to keep safe!Find out why keeping safe is so important at home, out and about and online. Whether you love swimming, riding or gaming, this book has something for everyone: from the best approach to medicines and electronics, from road safety to sun safety. Get to grips with the reality of stranger danger and how to approach the world of the internet with safety first in mind.The HEALTHY KIDS series encourages children aged 9-11 to make healthy lifestyle choices with knowledge that will benefit them throughout their lives. Discover positive, practical and to-the-point advice on everything from puberty and fitness, to staying safe and keeping clean.Books in the series:Healthy Kids: Eat Healthy FoodHealthy Kids: Exercise Your Body Healthy Kids: Keep Yourself Clean Healthy Kids: Keep Yourself SafeHealthy Kids: Unde

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Inspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Mei as she finds out about manners and takes little steps towards having great manners at home, at school - or anywhere!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Croc Borrows Money offers a gentle introduction to the concept of borrowing and repaying money for young children.This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the concept of borrowing money and the responsibility of paying money back. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand the concept.When Croc and Bear go shopping, Croc doesn''t have enough money to buy what she wants. She borrows money from Bear, but she doesn''t have a plan to pay her friend back when she promised ...The Money Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of promoting concepts of money management, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss citizenship and values.

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Pand Finds Out About Money offers a gentle introduction to the concept of money for young children.This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to what money is and how it works. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand the concept.When Panda swaps toys with Lion, she finds out that swapping items is how money started. But she has a lot of questions. How much is it worth? Where is it kept? And most importantly, what can she afford to buy?The Money Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of promoting concepts of money management, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss citizenship and values. Suitable for children under 5.

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An exquisitely illustrated picture book that explores our relationship with cities, and looks at how climate change is changing the picture.More than half of the people in the world live in cities! They give us places to live, exciting place to visit and offer a home to a huge variety of animals, from speedy swifts to prowling foxes. But our cities are especially at risk from climate change and pollution. Find out how we can all help to look after our precious cities, as well as enjoy them.Children''s Planet is a beautifully illustrated series of picture books that encourage children to engage with and enjoy our precious natural surroundings. Perfect for children aged 5 and up.

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An exquisitely illustrated picture book that explores our relationship with the skies, and looks at how climate change is changing the picture.The skies make life on Earth possible! They give us weather, the air that we breathe, reveal the stars above us and offer a home to birds, butterflies and many other animals. But the skies and our air are under threat from climate change and pollution. Find out how we can all help to look after our precious skies, as well as enjoy them.Children''s Planet is a beautifully illustrated series of picture books that encourage children to engage with and enjoy our precious natural surroundings. Perfect for children aged 5 and up.

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This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)

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Step up your science knowledge with Step Into Science and discover the science of rocks and soil! Step Into Science: Rocks and Soil looks at Earth and the rocks that make it up, from its fiery core and volcanoes to limestone cliffs and fossils. With the help of a cast of funny blobby characters, you'll explore how rocks form and reform over time, and how they change the world around us. Colourful and quirky illustrations make these core science topics exciting and fresh and encourage interaction with the subject.Written to support the National Curriculum at Key Stage 2, each title explores key scientific topics through a combination of concise information and fun experiments. Perfect for readers aged 7+Titles in the series:ElectricityForces & MagnetsHabitatsLightPlantsRocks & SoilSoundThe Body

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This book is for children wanting to find out more about autism. Having Autism is a 'way of being' which influences thinking, feeling and reactions to people and situations. It is a lifelong condition which affects girls and boys. A lot of people with autism say the struggle with communication skills and they find interacting with the world very confusing and difficult. Being autistic is made up of lots of different aspects - some will feel like strengths and some will feel difficult and hard to live with. These will be explored throughout the book. Content covered includes: what is autism?, anxiety, plans and changes, senses, routines and repetitive behaviour, sensory overload, friendships, teachers and school, masking, dream worlds and escaping, talents and interests.Other titles in The Kids' Guide series:Anti-BullyingAnti-RacismDealing with AnxietyDealing with DivorceDealing with Death

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A humorous, story-based look at catching a coldThe class are on an exciting trip to the Museum of Science today. Poor Roshan has been looking forward to the trip for ages, but he isn't feeling very well. Suddenly he does a big sneeze - oh no, Roshan's got a cold!Find out all about some common childhood illnesses in Get Better Soon, from how you catch them to the symptoms, treatment and when you'll start feeling better. It also tells you how you can avoid getting ill in the first place. For readers aged 5 and up.The author, Anita Ganeri, is an award-winning author of children's books, with a particular interest in health and PSHE topics.The consultant, Dr Kristina Routh, is a fully qualified medical doctor and specialist in public health.

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Guides to eco-friendly living and how the choices we make can help sustain Earth's future.In The Energy We Use, learn about why we need renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, or geothermal, how we use energy in the home, and what effects using fossil fuels has on our planet.The We Go Eco series is a child-friendly introduction to eco-living and understanding the world through the choices we make and the shared responsibilities we have. As well as scientific learning, "Go Eco" panels throughout the books make practical suggestions on what we can all do to help make a difference in our daily lives. An activist spread at the back of each book takes a look at inspiring young people from around the world who have already made a difference in a particular environmental theme.Informative, approachable text is supported by buzzing, bold artwork - perfect for children aged 5-7 or those reading at book band 9 Gold.Titles in the series: The Journeys We MakeThe Planet We ShareThe Climate We ChangeThe Energy We UseThe Crops We GrowThe Food We EatThe Cities We Live InThe Homes We BuildThe Animals We SaveThe Things We Recycle

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This non-ficiton text is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)

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DISCOVER the facts and DO the activities in this fun history series! Discover and Do! History is the perfect introduction to history for readers aged 7 and up who enjoy getting creative! Each book looks at core history topics and brings them to life through a lively combination of arts and crafts activities and quiz questions. Discover & Do! Tudors takes an up-close look at this fascinating period in history, exploring essential history topics such as the rule of Henry VIII, Elizabeth I and life in Tudor London, alongside details of influential Tudor explorers, the legacy of William Shakespeare and The Globe theatre, and even how the Tudors ate and played games. Along the way, readers will discover how to make their own jester's hat, plan and make a map of the stars, prepare lemon curd, and much more!Titles in the History series:VikingsAncient EgyptiansTudorsRomansAncient GreeksAnglo-Saxons

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This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE). This book is aimed at Independent Reading 12, for readers aged 7 years old and up, or in the second half of Year 3.Glooscap is an undefeated and prized warrior, until he meets the unbeatable foe: a baby. In this traditional tale from the myths of the Wabanaki people (a Native American group of five nations), we learn about where true power lies.Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic, original stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.The Key Stage 2 Reading Champion Books are suggested f

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Find out about the world with these fun, interactive first non-fiction books

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This first science book exploring the science behind light provides a great foundation for scientific knowledge. From topics such as shadows and relection to colour and rainbows, the book has clear information and fun illustrations. It also has of interactivity such as challenges to think about and activities to try.Get into Science is a series of eight books for children aged 6+ that explore the science that surrounds them in their everyday world. Each page is full of things for the reader to notice, talk about and try for themselves. The simple text is accompanied by fun illustrations. Why not discover all the titles:Light and DarkMachines We UseForces Around UsFull of EnergySolid, Liquid or Gas?The Five SensesTimeYou and Your Body

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This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the idea of being involved and the importance of helping others and being responsible. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand their behaviour.Sloth is very lazy. He just can't be bothered to clean up after himself or help out at home. At school, he is too lazy to take care with his work or join in with games. Can Sloth learn that helping others and being busy can be fun?The Behaviour Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing emotions, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.

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A gripping, action-packed introduction to the medieval period in history through a graphic novel approach.A history of Medieval conflict during key episodes of this era of human development. Each book includes three amazing true stories of the times, from kings to paupers, told in graphic comic book style. Further information, illustrated with maps and artwork, gives the reader a background history on each period. In Graphic Medieval History: Knights, find out how English Longbowmen defeated the French knights at the battle of Agincourt; how the French army, led by a girl known as Joan of Arc broke the English siege at Orléans and which English king was the last to die in battle.

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Uncover Earth's iconic landmarks and habitats, and the plants and animals that live there

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Find out about the world with these fun, interactive first non-fiction books

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Picture book stories on tough topics handled with sensitivity and careA gentle, down-to-earth book for addressing the things that can cause children to be anxious and worried. Mindfulness expert Paul Christelis expertly explores everyday situations in picture book form, helping children to recognise signs of worry and giving them reassurance and simple suggestions on how to cope with any worries.Questions and Feelings About... are hands-on picture books, designed to help children with their questions and feelings about tricky topics that can be hard to talk about. The highly inclusive, ethnically diverse and approachable illustrations give a comforting story book feel, particularly suited to 5-7 year olds, while also appealing to both younger and older children. This is a much-needed aid to help children open up and explore how they feel and give them some steps they can take to help them cope. The back of the books contain useful notes for parents and carers as well as some practical activities for use at home or in the classroom.

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Which genius ideas and inventions began with the Maya? What did they develop that we use to this day? In this book, aimed at readers aged nine and over, find out how the Maya built their cities to suit the landscape and population, traded their resources and developed a complex system of writing. Discover their brilliant developments in farming, astronomy and cloth-making and how they have influenced the way we live today. The Genius Of series helps children aged 9 plus to explore the major discoveries, inventions, influence and legacies of key periods in history. Titles in the 8-book series look at the genius of: the ancient Egyptians, the ancient Greeks, the Anglo-Saxons, the Benin Kingdom, the Maya, the Romans, the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages and the Vikings.

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Simple dual-language books that compare and contrast different ways of life around the world

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Sometimes you can sort out a problem on your own. But sometimes you need to ask for help. This book helps young children to make this decision and find out about and understand what happens when a new sibling comes into the family. It includes practical advice to help children aged 6+ find out what to do in difficult situations.

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Discover the fascinating world of prehistoric life that lived on our planet millions of years ago

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Time-travelling Captain Clock and the crew of the Chronograph are on the trail of the twisted Time Vikings

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This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)

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A series that looks at some of the world's worst natural disasters

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Get on the roller-coaster ride for a fast-paced visual treat, with rhythmic text and wacky illustrations by CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal nominees.Shortlisted for the Association for Science Education Book of the Year 2017''Perfect to introduce and explore different parts of the body, which is now a bigger part of our curriculum in KS1 science than ever before.'' - Books Teachers LoveJump on board and take a ride around the human body on our read-aloud, rollicking rollercoaster. Created by CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal nominees Gabby Dawnay and Alex Barrow, prepare to take your inquisitive youngster on a visually led, fast-paced rhythmic trip, from bones to muscles, feelings to sleep. This book is bursting with energy and fun - the perfect way to introduce your enthusiastic little one to a key school topic. A Roller-coaster Ride Around the Body has been designed to promote learning through imagination and humour, building visual

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Bodies are brilliant things to study scientifically. In Bodies you''ll delve into the science behind these marvels of the natural world by conducting ten investigations or experiments using the ATOM method - Ask, Test, Observe and Measure - to ensure you''re working just like a professional scientist. Work out how strong bird bones are, why being blind means bats rely on other senses and how the shape of a body determines the environment it thrives in! At the end of the book, scientific guidelines explain why scientists do things a certain way and the things they look out for or try to avoid. Science Skills Sorted are six topic books for children aged 8+ studying KS2 science. The ATOM method is designed to help readers work scientifically as they are taught to in the classroom, and each of the investigations is accompanied by explanatory text to uncover facts about the topic. A range of experiments in each book means that while some may need a little more equi

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The Power of Sloth is Lucy Cooke''s celebration of the sloth: the cutest, cuddliest, slowest creature on this planet. In the book she brings together some truly adorable pictures of baby sloths, literally by the bucketful. These delightful, funny pictures are accompanied by a simple text which tells you all about sloths and why we should protect them. We also discover all about the work of the Avarios sloth sanctuary, which, along with the ZSL EDGE programme to protect the pygmy sloth, receives some of the proceeds from this book. Lucy is a National Geographic explorer, TED talker, New York Times best-selling author, founder of the Sloth Appreciation Society, award-winning documentary filmmaker and presenter with a Masters in zoology from Oxford university. She has a worldwide following with her YouTube videos of sloths and her Discovery Channel show Meet the Sloths. Lucy has presented a number of primetime series in the UK for BBC 1 (Talk t

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'A thoughtful, profound, important book' Irish Independent'A realistic but hopeful look at two children's emigration' Publishers WeeklyPowerful and timely, To The Other Side explores the journey of two young refugee children in search of safety. Perfect for opening up conversations about conflict and war, encouraging empathy and understanding.A young boy and his older sister have left home to play a game. To win, she tells him, they must travel across endless lands together and make it to the finish line.Each child imagines what might be waiting for them across the border: A spotted dog? Ice cream! Or maybe a new school. But the journey is difficult, and the monsters are more real than they imagined.And when it no longer feels like a game, the two children must still find a way to forge ahead, and reach the other side.A stunning, symbolic and emotionally rich picture book about the spirit and strength it takes to leave your home behind. Beautifully brought to life by author-illustrator Erika Meza.Praise'One of the best picture books I've read in recent memory' Steve Antony'Perceptive and exquisitely illustrated' Flavia Z. Drago'Beautiful. Beautifully illustrated. Beautifully told' Jarvis 'An incredible book' Mark Bradley'Simply impeccable' Steven Lenton'An instant classic' Celine Kiernan

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*Now a live-action Netflix series!* Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. Heartstopper is the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel: this new edition - with a cover including Alice Oseman's artwork and photographs showing characters from the Netflix show - also contains exclusive pages from Alice's original TV scripts.'Absolutely delightful. Sweet, romantic, kind. Beautifully paced. I loved this book.' RAINBOW ROWELL, author of Carry OnCharlie and Nick are at the same school, but they've never met ... until one day when they're made to sit together. They quickly become friends, and soon Charlie is falling hard for Nick, even though he doesn't think he has a chance.But love works in surprising ways, and Nick is more interested in Charlie than either of them realised.By Alice Oseman, winner of the YA Book Prize, Heartstopper is about love, friendship, loyalty and mental illness. It encompasses all the small moments of Nick and Charlie's lives that together make up something larger, which speaks to all of us.'The queer graphic novel we wished we had at high school.' Gay TimesThis is the TV tie-in edition of the first volume of Heartstopper.Heartstopper was Children's #1 bestseller in the TCM chart on 23 April 2022.

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A heartwarming and hilarious YA rom-com about a trans boy who concocts the perfect plan to ensure his new school sees his true gender, by joining the secret 'Borrow a Boyfriend Club.' The first rule: don't fall in love. Perfect for fans of Only Mostly Devastated and Red White and Royal Blue.Need a prom date? Want to impress your friends? Or make your ex jealous? Just call ...THE BORROW A BOYFRIEND CLUBWhen sixteen-year-old Noah starts at a new school, he has a plan to ensure the students see him as his true gender: join the school's secretive Borrow a Boyfriend Club, where members rent themselves out to their classmates for dates. The endless "accidental slip-ups" that plagued him at his last school will be a thing of the past once he joins the club; after all, it has "boy" right in the title. But he fails the audition. Desperate, he strikes a deal with the club's prickly president, Asher: he'll help lead the nearly-bankrupt club to victory at the school's fundraising dance competition, and in exchange Asher will allow Noah to prove his skills as a boyfriend in a series of tests that include romancing Asher himself. As Noah passes test after test, his fake romance with Asher starts to feel surprisingly real, and Noah is faced with a dilemma. If he fails to win the dance fundraiser the club will go bankrupt, and he'll not only lose the new friends he's made - the whole school will know he isn't "boy enough". But if Noah succeeds in securing the club their victory, he'll have to follow the most important, unbreakable rule of the Borrow a Boyfriend Club: no real girlfriends (or boyfriends) allowed.Will Noah risk breaking the rules for a chance at love?

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