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A magical pop-up edition of The Nutcracker."He was dressed in a handsome red jacket lined down the front with white loops and brass buttons. His painted eyes sparkled a brilliant green, while a kind, good-natured smile hid beneath a snowy cotton beard."When Marie is given a nutcracker on Christmas Eve, she immediately loves it. Little does she realise that, when night falls, the Nutcracker will defend her from the monstrous Mouse King and whisk her away to a fantastical kingdom. A much-loved fairy tale of defiance, loyalty and wonder. E. T. A. Hoffmann's classic tale is brought to life with intricate artwork and inventive pop-ups!

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A heartwarming story that celebrates unconditional love from internationally bestselling author, Emma Dodd.I love you just the way you are.And you will always knowit's everything about youthat makes me love you so.Join a lovable little tiger cub on a day in the jungle, learning about unconditional love, respect and acceptance. With its gentle, rhyming text it reinforces the importance of being yourself and being comfortable in your own skin. This beautifully illustrated, joyous story would make a wonderful gift or is perfect for sharing with little readers as a bedtime story as part of daily affirmations.If you love this, you'll adore Emma's other titles I Believe in Me, The Little Things, Home is Where the Heart is, Me..., Sometimes..., Forever and You...

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Imagine being able to hear for the first time, or see in full-colour, or take your first steps on Earth. This incredible book celebrates the remarkable achievements made in medical engineering, and offers a glimpse of what the future might hold for humanity.Pioneering technological breakthroughs have truly changed lives. For some people, particularly those with disabilities, recent advances have crossed the realms of the purely imaginable, and reached a place of possibility. People with paraplegia can walk again, those who are hearing impaired can listen to even the faintest sounds, and some people with missing limbs can create beautiful works of art.This phenomenal book is a celebration of all that has been achieved so far, and a look at what might be possible in the near future. Is it inevitable that technology will surpass biology?From cochlear implants and pacemakers, to bionic arms and legs, this empowering book also features spotlights on pioneers including Paralympians Richard Whitehead and Blake Leeper, and the world's first 'cyborg' Neil Harbisson.

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* FOYLES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR WINNER * A whimsical modern fairy tale from internationally renowned cartoonist, Tom Gauld.When the log princess goes missing, her brother, the little wooden robot, sets out on an epic adventure to find her. He will encounter goblins, magic puddings, a mushroom queen and a very intimidating wood pile as he seeks to bring his sister home.The Little Wooden Robot and the Log Princess is an exquisitely illustrated modern fairytale about sibling love. Tom Gauld brings all of his wit, draghtsmanship and narrative craft to a funny, moving tale that proves that woodlice can be heroes too.The New York Times review: "one of the best picture books I've read this year. It's a cabinet of curiosities in a clockwork castle... it's a funny, twisty, heartfelt yarn." -Ben HatkeThe Irish Times review: "The narrative is full of surprises [...] but it is Gauld's detailed, textured illustrations that will draw a young reader's attention back to this wonderful book again and again."[The Little Wooden Robot and the Log Princess was Foyles Children's Book of the Year in 2021]

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High contrast images are the first step to image recognition in babies. These clear, simple pieces created by world-renowned artists will calm and engage newborns as their vision develops.A perfect high-quality board book gift for a newborn, introducing them to art as they begin to see the world.Art for Baby includes pieces by Damien Hirst, David Shrigley, Bridget Riley, Patrick Caulfield, Gary Hume, Takashi Murakami, Paul Morrison, Josef Albers, Kazimir Malevich, and Julian Opie.A percentage of all profits will go towards the NSPCC.

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Based on the Gigantosaurus TV series.A lift-the-flap adventure through the scariest cave in Cretacia! Rocky dares Tiny, Bill and Mazu to spend the night in the spookiest place in all Cretacia - the Scary Cave. Eager to prove they aren't scaredy-saurs, the gang ventures deep into the gloomy tunnels.With a big lift-the-flap to open on each double page, discover what's HOWLING, GROWLING and SCREECHING in the dark. And when the little dinos hear a ROAR, they know there's only one thing to do - RUN!

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A FCBG CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD PICK OF THE YEAR!There once was a dot, who was really quite small,walking along and not minding at allthat it wasn't that big or that bold or that tough,for this dot was KINDNESS and that was enough.Kindness comes in all shapes and sizes and in this uplifting and inspiring book, it starts out as a dot and morphs into all sorts of different forms as it spreads joy wherever it goes. The power of kindness is explored in a distinctive and deceptively simple way as we witness kindness overcoming anger and sadness.A beautiful book with a strong and important message.

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Floating across the sky in her hot air balloon, Cassi watches a little swift dive and swoop through the still air. In the rising sun the world seems to be holding its breath. Then a small breeze stirs the leaves in the trees, and as the wind grows bolder, a whiff of danger sends small creatures running for cover. Across the ocean, the wind awakes with a fury, whipping the waves, cresting each one with wild, white horses. And further on, around the still eye of a hurricane, clouds are carved into a great spiral, howling with stormy power . . .And throughout, the wind in all its guises is witnessed by Cassi's little swift as it embarks on its mammoth migratory journey, finally coming to nest on the other side of the world.A spectacular new non-fiction picture book from the creator of The Rhythm of the Rain.

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Following the incredible Planetarium, Chris Wormell returns with a companion activity book. Bursting with fascinating facts and puzzles, this book offers hours of entertainment to artists and space lovers. Beautiful and inspiring, the myriad activities in this book challenge the reader to discover something new and use their imagination to draw, decorate and design on every pull-out page.

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A board book follow-up to The Colour Monster, Anna Llenas's delightful pop-up book.One day, Colour Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad and scared all at once! To help him, a little girl shows thim what each feeling means through colour. What is the Colour Monster feeling? And can you help him feel a little less mixed up? A gentle exploration of feelings for young and old alike.

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The ground is covered in snow and one little boy can't WAIT to get outside and play. But his grandad is taking SO LONG to get ready . . . When they finally leave the house, they have a very surprising adventure! A beautiful mini hardback gift edition of Sam Usher's bestselling SNOW, complete with glittering cover finish.

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This collection of 50 postcards features Katie Scott's incredible illustrations of the animal kingdom. From the tiniest insect to the mighty lion, these beautiful images are perfect for sending to your friends or pinning on your wall.

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One little boy is always wondering with incredible results!This is a story about a boy whose head is always full of wonder. Most people call him 'The Daydreamer'. We follow him on an average-seeming school day, where his daydreams transform the world around him. Unfortunately lots of other people the park keeper, the bus driver, the lollipop lady all tell him to get his head out of the clouds. It is only in art class that he realises he can bring the wonder out of his head for the whole world to enjoy.

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Enjoy and share Agnese Baruzzi's bright, graphic artwork with this charming book of pull-out postcards. Each card features a different and gloriously detailed design from the original and much-loved Who's Hiding? novelty book. You can send the postcards to friends and family or even present the pack as a chic gift.

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The Sea Tiger is Oscar's best friend, Oscar's only friend. They do everything together - explore the ocean, visit the sea circus, even hitch a ride to the surface to look at the stars... But Oscar is not a Sea Tiger, and so it's up to the Sea Tiger to help him find a new friend. A bittersweet tale from a stunning new talent in children's illustration.

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This collection of 50 postcards features Katie Scott's stunning fungal illustrations. Each image vividly captures the beauty and complexity of fungi. Together they make a stylish collection, perfect for sending to friends, using as notecards, or simply framing on your wall.

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Emma Jane zooms off in her aeroplane around the cities of the world. Along the way she makes a crew of animal friends who save the day when the little plane gets into trouble...A rhyming narrative with a light touch and a zingy female protagonist, this tale is perfect for little explorers everywhere.

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Pippi and Burt are tired of sharing their crowded nest with eight noisy little siblings, so off they fly to see the big, wide world and find a new home. But when they encounter all sorts of big, scary, hungry creatures, Pippi and Burt realize their crowded old nest is the best home of all. Here is an ideal story for anyone who appreciates the riotous joys (and challenges) of a large, rowdy family. It's a funny and warm tribute to both the thrill of adventure and the love of home. A gorgeously illustrated, colourful tale from the author of Lemur Dreamer.

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A ripping adventure for young crafty kids who love to create and make! Join two brave explorers as they journey through the jungle meeting wild animals along the way before diving to the bottom of the ocean for sunken treasure... But something is very strange! A tiger has lost its stripes, an elephant needs a trunk, and the flowers are missing their petals! Can you help the explorers fill in the picture and finish their adventure?At the back of the book, you'll find 13 sheets of brightly coloured and patterned paper for little hands to rip and glue to complete the scenes. The perfect companion for hours of creative fun.

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MORE THAN 18 MILLION OLOGY BOOKS SOLD WORLDWIDEDo you believe in dragons? Said to originate from the library of eminent Victorian dragonologist Ernest Drake, this book imparts to readers the secrets of the ancient science of dragonology, bridging the gap between dragon legend and fact. The meticulous Dr. Drake assigns Latin names to various dragon species, ruminates on why dragons are able to speak, speculates on how they could fly, and explains the true purpose of their notorious hoarding habits. It includes a host of novelties, such as old letters, magic dust, dragon scales, gems, spells in envelopes, booklets of riddles and a faux leather cover with silver foil, encrusted with three dragon gems.In his afterword, Dr. Drake reveals that one of the crucial goals of dragonologists is to preserve and protect the magnificent creatures of their study wherever possible - a goal this volume most affectionately achieves. An incomparable gift for secret dragonologists everywhere! For true believers only, a lavishly illustrated volume by the world's most distinguished dragonologist. Don't let it fall into the wrong hands!

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Welcome to Dinosaurium. This museum is open all hours. It will transport you millions of years back in time to discover the largest and most ferocious land animals that ever lived - the dinosaurs. So where did the T.rex live? What did Brachiosaurus eat? Could dinosaurs swim and fly? And why did they die out?With specially written text for younger readers, step inside to explore the incredible world of the dinosaurs.

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It is a tale that has been retold countless times through the centuries and here, in a new paperback edition illustrated by a noted Tolkien artist, the mighty Beowulf is well set to capture new legions of followers. This contemporary retelling of the ancient epic follows the mythic hero from his disarming of the gruesome Grendel to his sword battle with the monster's sea hag mother to his final, fiery showdown with an avenging dragon.

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Grandad and Boy look after a cat for a friend. Boy does lots of reading up about what cats like, but the cat is having none of it. And then it runs off into the wild, leading Grandad and Boy into a wild jungle fantasy adventure of their own.The second title in Sam Usher's new quartet of books where a boy and his grandad explore the natural world.

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There are fish everywhere! Some of them live in fresh water, some of them live under ice, and some even live in the desert.There are Fish Everywhere is the first in a series of non-fiction books from Britta Teckentrup. Young readers will learn where in the world all sorts of animals can be found and all the weird and wonderful things that they never imagined were true. This is non-fiction with spark and personality from a much-loved illustrator.

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From sandy beaches to mysterious, inky depths, this beautiful book is the story of ocean exploration, from shore to ocean floor.Seen from space, Earth is a swirl of blue and white. The blue is Earth's oceans, which cover 70% of its surface... yet the ocean in the most unexplored region of our planet. From Shore to Ocean Floor is the story of how humans went from building the first boats, to discovering the secrets of the deep. Marvel at incredible scientific discoveries, be dazzled by some of the most exciting new species and admire the incredible men and women who took the very first steps below the surface.This spectacularly illustrated book comes from the author and illustrator duo of the award-winning Balloon to the Moon.

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CHOCKS AWAY! Take off on a marvellous journey of discovery as you explore 80 incredible world-changing inventions from around the globe!From the wheel to the space rocket, the bow and arrow to the atom bomb, chocolate to toothpaste, and the battery to the quantum computer, find out about innovations from the ancient world right up to the twenty-first century. Read the fascinating story about how each one was developed, with bite-sized labels and captions. Spot the adventurous aviator, complete with goggles and flailing scarf, on each page, as they guide you through the book.With bright, fun-filled illustrations by Robbie Cathro and 80 incredible entries, this invention compendium is sure to captivate STEM-mad readers 8 years and up for hours.

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From a small, wiggly caterpillar to a beautiful butterfly, join Bug on this wonderful journey. Follow the peep-through holes on every page to discover each stage of growing into a butterfly.Tiny Bug is hungry and munches through everything - from leaves and lily pads to grassy meadows and apples. At last, Bug is full and VERY tired. After a busy time of change, Bug emerges as a beautiful Butterfly! Now Butterfly must leave little eggs to start the cycle again with more hungry caterpillars.This beautifully illustrated book from the talented Maggie Li is the perfect introduction to life cycles for little readers - and its tactile pages and size are ideal for small hands!Collect the rest of the Little Life Cyles series with Pip, Drip and Frog.

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This next instalment in the bestselling Welcome to the Museum collection in collaboration with the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, is about the incredible life of trees.Trees are some of nature's most majestic and beguiling life forms. Arboretum is a beautifully illustrated celebration of trees from around the world, and sheds light on the vital role they play in every part of human life. From trees associated with ancient mythology, to the rarest and most unusual specimens, wander the arboretum and meet mighty oaks and towering redwoods. Learn just how ancient trees like the ginko and monkey puzzler are, and trace the complexities of the wood wide web.This latest addition to the Welcome to the Museum series will appeal to any budding botanist or tree lover.

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Another roarsome adventure with our favourite dino friends from the Gigantosaurus TV series based on the original book by Jonny Duddle.Bill, Tiny, Rocky and Mazu are off on a picnic. But Bill doesn't want to walk up the mountain - it's much too tiring! Just then, Giganto stomps past, frightening Bill. So the other dinos carry Bill AND the picnic to the top. Bill soon realises that crying "GIGANTO!" can get him out of all kinds of things he doesn't want to do.But what will happen when his friends figure out his tricks? And how will he convince them they're really in danger when Giganto IS crashing towards them? A fantastic, dino-packed story with a message about the impact of lying and the importance of telling the truth. Watch the latest Gigantosaurus episodes now and look out for other GREAT books like The Dino-Sitters Club, The Big Mean Green, Dinos to the Rescue and Finding Dinosia.

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Few stories have endured as long as the fables of Aesop. In this magnificent edition, award-winning illustrator Helen Ward has chosen a dozen of her favourite fables to create this breath-taking classic new collection to grace every bookshelf and bedside.The experiences described in the tales apply to us all and the lessons learned are both timeless and universal. Each creature comes to symbolise in its own way some particular aspect of the human condition - the sly fox, the silly crow, the majestic lion; all acting out their parts, uncomprehending, in the great game of life. Fear, greed, arrogance, stupidity, all these and more put in an appearance, leaping straight to the heart of our understanding from each page of this exquisitely illustrated edition. Includes the tales: The Hare and the Tortoise, The Lion and the Mouse and The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs.

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Celebrate the 15th anniversary of the creation of Bob, Man on the Moon, with this special edition. Enjoy the stunning artwork Simon Bartram has become famous for. Bob is everyone's favourite man on the moon, follow him on his crazy adventures. Bob knows everything there is to know about the moon and space, but the new tree that has started growing on the moon has him baffled. Where could it have come from? What type of tree is it?

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Every year the badgers and the otters gather to dance at the Driftwood Ball. But the two groups never mix - they dance in completely different ways. That is, until otter Celia and badger George decide they want to do things differently - they want to dance together, in their own way.

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This fact-filled first information book teaches little ones everything they need to know about the wonderful world of horses and ponies, from the different breeds to how to love and care for such beautiful creatures. Open the stable door to discover which horse or pony lives there and lift up the flaps to learn the various parts of a saddle.

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Illustrated in her appealing iconic style, in Sometimes... a mother elephant assures her child that no matter what he does and who he is, she loves him unconditionally.

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Related titles Write and Wipe: Numbers; author Liza Miller; illustrator Jonathan Lambert; Pippbrook Books; 2013; 978-1-84877-520-6; GBP5.99

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Wanting to prove to his brothers and sister that magic really exists, Leon volunteers to be in Abdul Kazam's magic show and gets transported to a mysterious world. Filled with rabbits, doves, playing cards and magician's assistants - among other things - if a magician can make it disappear, it will end up in the Place Between! When Leon returns, not only do his brothers and sister believe, but we do too. With diecut holes into and out of the Place Between, the reader takes a journey right through the pages of the book, into the mysterious world of Grahame Baker-Smith's breath-taking illustrations.

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Jack's cousins Olly and Issy have come for a sleepover. When they decide to camp in the back garden, Jack quickly convinces them to go on an epic dinosaur hunt - but just who is hunting whom?

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Boris is a very affectionate monster. He likes nothing better than showering everyone with kisses and, though endearing, it can also be very ticklish. The reader is asked to help Boris brush his hair ready for his trip to the park and gets smothered in grateful kisses. The same happens when we feed him, and when he gets to the park none of the other little monsters want to play with him because he is so loud and boisterous.

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What's black and white and red all over? This Deadpool colouring book . . . once you're done with it!Join Deadpool, everyone's favourite Merc with a Mouth, for a rip-roaring ride through his chequered past - in stunning black and white! Colour the man himself, plus old friends and enemies ranging from Wolverine and Captain America to Thanos himself. What's Deadpool doing on that unicorn? We don't know and it's probably better not to ask. Just pick up those pencils and remember: LOTS OF RED.

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Count down to Christmas with this enchanting, advent calendar-style book. Lift the flap, peek inside the window, and discover what chapter to read tonight, all the way up to Christmas!A magical story set in the snowy North Pole that follows Santa as he prepares for his big flight before Christmas! It's time to round up the reindeer, wrap the presents, rally the elves and whizz about on the snowmobile. Perfect for gifting to loved ones, the book's intricately-foiled front cover functions like an advent calendar, with tiny dated doors that open to reveal what page number the next chapter in the story is on. Each page is filled with humorous adventures and bright, colourful illustrations, introducing children to a cast of Christmas characters and conventions, and creating a joyful keepsake that can be reused for years to come. Ho-ho-happy reading!

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Grab your javelin and your discus - it's time to race in the ancient Greek Olympics!As a young boy in the city-state of Athens, the time has come to prove yourself in ancient Greek society. Following several years in school, your father pushes you to participate in the most famous athletic competition to exist - the Olympics. The training is treacherous, the equipment is excruciating, and the rivalries are rotten. Discover the awe-inspiring origins of the Olympics, what vigorous rules had to be followed, and just how you might go about surviving - or even winning - these ancient games.The You Wouldn't Want to Be series transports readers to the grisliest times and places in history, perfect for reluctant readers. The first-person narrative approach puts children in the shoes of the some of the unluckiest people ever to have lived.

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Discover the riotous world of Ancient Egypt with this rip-roaring facts and jokes book, perfect for 7-9 year olds!Laugh along as you learn in this hilarious, fact-packed joke book all about Ancient Egypt. Featuring dozens of gut-busting gags, this book combines history and humour, uncovering the gross and gruesome aspects of ancient life, such as monstrous mummies, fearsome Pharaohs and treasure-filled tombs. Hold onto your sides and dive right in!

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The latest picture book in the bestselling The Colour Monster series, from talented author-illustrator Anna Llenas, that encourages conversations about consent, mental health and wellbeing. One day, Nuna was in situation where she didn't know how to say no and it left her feeling strange and confused. So she goes to see Colour Monster who is now a doctor and who can help to heal emotions, especially those that are big and difficult to understand. To begin with, Nuna cannot find the right words. But with the help of Colour Monster and his emotions toolkit, Nuna learns how to use tools and techniques that will make her feel better. Together they try things like deep breathing, arts and crafts, blowing bubbles and dancing until she starts to feel calmer. Now will Nuna be able to talk about what's bothering her? This story addresses complex themes around consent, saying no and mental wellbeing in a sensitive, age-appropriate way. Through Anna's experience as an art therapist, she has interwoven techniques that can make these conversations easier. Including big, fold-out pages, children can look inside the emotions toolkit, making use of the ideas for themselves (with the support of a grown-up when needed). The ideal conversation starter for readers of The Colour Monster, The Colour Monster Goes to School and Don't Hug Doug.

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A remarkable friendship, a close-guarded secret and a quest to the sea. Be swept away by Hannah Peck's new novel for readers aged 9 and up.Like many rivers, the banks of the Lyde hold a hoard of forgotten things: pottery, trinkets, a shard of glass. They also hold a Memory. In the days of this story, the buried Memories were forgotten by most. But not by all . . . When Adderley discovers Ef - a being who seems part human and part fish - in the river by her home, she is drawn into an adventure that challenges everything she's learnt about the world. Ef is searching for a special stone that she says has been stolen from her people. Could this be the key to the drought that is destroying Adderley's home? Together, Adderley and Ef resolve to recover the stone and return it to its true home, but the river waters are not always on their side and the journey is filled with danger. Perfect for fans of Emma Carroll, Kiran Millwood Hargrav

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All of nature is beautiful. This stunning book shows how a variety of amazing creatures have evolved to look and behave the way they do.As humans, we like our animals to be cuddly and furry, or smooth and sleek. We shy away from those creatures that, to us, look odd. But we should drop those opinions - everything has evolved for a reason, and is perfect in its own way.Take a look at the vampire squid, or the duck-billed golden line barbel - both have evolved in interesting and amazing ways to find food, deter predators or attract a mate. Everything is perfect. Everything is beautiful. Illustrated with stunning watercolour images, this book will be treasured by families around the world. Its message is positive and life-affirming for children, for humans, for the whole of nature.The perfect book for fans of Hidden Planet by Ben Rothery and The Golden Mole by Katherine Rundell.

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Explore the legendary world of fairies in this bewitchingly illustrated guide to the mythical realm.Faedom will take you on an enchanting ride through fascinating fairy facts and fictions, revealing the secrets of where fairies come from and what lies behind their spectacular powers and personalities. Inspired by the age-old myths that have long insisted that fairies are very much real, this book draws upon the great store of cultural and literary references from around the world to create a comprehensive compendium of these fascinating creatures. Fairy tales come to life across the pages, with vibrant stories, songs, poems, facts, figures and folklore to entertain and inform readers of all ages.

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These stunning posters from Katie Scott's bestselling Arboretum are perfect for pinning on your walls.This large-format poster book lets you decorate your walls with images from Katie Scott's bestselling Arboretum, created in partnership with the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew. Featuring beautiful trees from around the world including majestic redwoods and fragrant apple blossoms, this is a stunning collection of prints.The posters are double-sided, with the reverse showing a black-and-white, annotated version of the full-colour illustration.

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