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Fun, educational and easy, this latest addition to the best-selling series features 16 fabulous paintings by Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet and more. Just brush water over the black-and-white outlines to make each picture burst magically into colour. Published with London's world-famous National Gallery.

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Where has the spotty frog gone now? Very little children will love lifting the flaps to find the frog and follow her around the pond to meet all the other animals. Discover a speedy fish, a hungry heron, five fluffy ducklings and lots of wiggly tadpoles, as the spotty frog hops, dives and swims around the pond.

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Help pirates find treasure, plan a round-the-world adventure, discover a lost temple and more in this colourful book. Each sheet features an exciting map with activities, word, number and spotting puzzles, with outline illustrations on the back.

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Take to the skies with pterosaurs, evade erupting volcanoes and vicious Velociraptors, and encounter the king of lizards, T-Rex, as you delve into the prehistoric world of the dinosaurs with this superb selection of mazes. Each maze is more challenging than the last, from savage sea monsters to Spinosaurus swamps, and all the answers are at the back of the book.

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Kind Katie shares her bread and cheese with an old woman on her way through the forest. The woman thanks her with the gift of a magic porridge pot - but it's important to give the pot the right instructions, or the porridge will get out of hand... With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English.CEFR level: low A1. 300 headwords, 526 words.

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Gopher drives the Queen from one crazy escapade to another on an unexpected road trip. This laugh-out-loud rhyming story, starring quirky characters and stunning illustrations, will encourage a love of language and a joy of stories. With lots of details to spot in each scene and the added bonus of online audio.

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Lift the flaps to discover the answers to all kinds of delightful questions, from whether hibernators get hungry and how honeybees stay warm, to which animals migrate the furthest and why they don't need maps.

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Another laugh-out-loud FULL COLOUR monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for newly independent readers aged 6+ and fans of Claude and Horrid Henry.Billy's moving house! But the Mini Monsters have got lost on the way. How will Billy ever find them again? And to add to the confusion, it turns out there's a NEW monster on the scene... Packed with colour illustrations, comic strips, maps and speech bubbles, with an action-packed plot, to appeal to even the most reluctant reader.Collect all the books in the Billy and the Mini Monsters series!1. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters in the Dark2. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to School3. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go Swimming4. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a Plane5. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to a Party6. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters Move House7. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a School Trip8. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at the Seaside9. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at Halloween10. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters Go Camping11. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Go Green12. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at Christmas13. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to Hospital14. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a Sleepover

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Another laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, in FULL COLOUR, perfect for newly independent readers aged 6+ and fans of Claude and Horrid Henry.It's Billy's best friend's birthday, and the Mini Monsters have come to the party too! Gloop gets mixed up with the jelly, Fang-Face is after the cake and Trumpet's been swept away by a balloon. Billy can't save them all on his own, but who can he turn to for help?Packed with colour illustrations, comic strips, maps and speech bubbles, with an action-packed plot, to appeal to even the most reluctant reader.Collect all the books in the Billy and the Mini Monsters series!1. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters in the Dark2. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to School3. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go Swimming4. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a Plane5. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to a Party6. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters Move House7. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a School Trip8. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at the Seaside9. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at Halloween10. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters Go Camping11. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Go Green12. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at Christmas13. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to Hospital14. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a Sleepover

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Another laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, in FULL COLOUR, perfect for newly independent readers aged 6+ and fans of Claude and Horrid Henry.Billy and his Mini Monsters are off to Spain! There are just two small problems - Peep's been seen by the airport guards and Trumpet and Gloop have got lost with the luggage. Can Billy get his Mini Monsters back in time for take-off?Packed with colour illustrations, comic strips, maps and speech bubbles, with an action-packed plot, to appeal to even the most reluctant reader.Collect all the books in the Billy and the Mini Monsters series!1. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters in the Dark2. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to School3. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go Swimming4. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a Plane5. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to a Party6. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters Move House7. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters on a School Trip8. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at the Seaside9. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at Halloween10. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters Go Camping11. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Go Green12. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters at Christmas13. Billy and the Mini Monsters: Monsters go to Hospital

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An exciting chapter book series inspired by Sticker Dolly Dressing, perfect for fans of Rainbow Magic and Holly Webb. Each book comes with a page of stickers to dress the Dolls.The Animal Rescue Dolls have a new mission... to rescue some bunnies on the Wild Isle. The bunnies are trapped on a hill as all around them, floodwaters are rising fast. But just when they think they've rescued them all, they discover some little babies, still deep within the burrow... will they be able to save them in time?Collect all the books in the Sticker Dolly Stories series!1. Unicorn Rescue (A Magic Dolls Story)2. Fairy Picnic (A Magic Dolls Story)3. Mermaid in Trouble (A Magic Dolls Story)4. Baby Dragon (A Magic Dolls Story)5. Castle in the Clouds (A Princess Dolls Story)6. Ice Palace (A Princess Dolls Story)7. Woodland Princess (A Princess Dolls Story)8. Waterlily Ball (A Princess Dolls Story)9. Dream Pony (An Animal Rescue Dolls Story)10. Lucky Bunnies (An Animal Rescue Dolls Story)11. Little Lost Deer (An Animal Rescue Dolls Story)12. Snow Puppy (An Animal Rescue Dolls Story) COMING SOON!And look out for the Summer and Christmas specials:Dolphin Magic (A Summer special)Christmas Mystery (A Christmas special)

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Step into the magical world of unicorns in this adorable colouring book. Colour unicorns soaring amongst rainbows, galloping across snowy fields, bathing in a shady pool and lots more.

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Escape into space with the action-packed new series from the author of The Extinction Trials, perfect for fans of Doctor Who, Guardians of the Galaxy and The Aurora Cycle."Action-packed, joyously futuristic." Armadillo"After so many years of bleak dystopias it's a pleasure to witness the return of space opera to YA." The Irish TimesGet in. Get out.Keep to the task.Leave no trace.Ash Yang dreamed of being a starfighter pilot. But when she crashes out of her final test - literally - she somehow lands the most powerful job in the universe. As Guardian of the Infinity Files she must secretly planet-hop through the galaxies, stealing or returning treasures that have the power to stop wars...or start them. But when her home planet is the one at war, can she use her new skills to save it?

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From a nestful of spring chicks and a summer meadow, to the whirling leaves of autumn and a snowy forest, children will love poring over the 3D scenes and exploring the four seasons in this wonderful pop-up book. As well as four seasonal scenes, there's an amazing pop-up four-season tree at the end! With stunning illustrations and simple text, this is a delightful book to share with little children. With free online audio to listen to.

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How many types of sloths are there? Why does their fur turn green? Can sloths swim? This book has all the answers and much more, along with photographs, step-by-step illustrations, simple text and links to websites with video clips and activities.

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Ted is busy in his shed, but can you guess what he’s making? This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and colourful illustrations by Stephen Cartwright – and you can also listen to the story online. A delight to share with young children, or for beginner readers to read themselves, with parent’s notes on phonics at the back.

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Little Red Riding Hood is visiting her granny, but someone is there before her… who could it be? A charming retelling of the much-loved tale, with a child-friendly ending and beautiful illustrations by Bao Luu throughout.

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Katie Crocodile is having a tea party, when in storm three naughty tigers. "They gurgled and they guzzled and chortled till they spat! They drank straight from the milk jug... Then used it as a hat." It's time the tigers visited Miss Molly's School of Manners or they'll never be invited out to tea again... A perfect introduction to table manners with humour, rhyme and a lively cast of animal characters. With online audio to listen to the story.

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Discover how to doodle a sloth, turn pencil shavings into pictures and draw in ways you never imagined. Then try printing, spattering paints and painting with dots. There are ideas for portraits, patterns, optical illusions and more, so you’ll soon have enough artworks for your own exhibition — and this book will show you how to stage one too.

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What do grown-ups do all day? Lift the flaps to open up a world of possibilities and discover over 100 things you can be from a nurse to a musician or an astronaut. Includes Usborne Quicklinks to specially selected websites with activities and fun facts about jobs people do.

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This fun activity book is bursting with ideas for printing cats and dogs (and kittens and puppies, too!). Print spots on Dalmatians, cats hiding in trees, fluffy fur on pink poodles and lot, lots more. With seven bright inkpads, there's plenty of colours to choose from. The spiral binding means that the book lies flat as you fill the pages with fingerprints.

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Meet Eric and Morgan. Born on the same day, at the same time, in the same place.They've always shared this one day together, but as they grow up they begin to grow apart. Everyone expects Eric to get a football scholarship, but no one knows he's having second thoughts. Former quarterback Morgan feels utterly alone, as she wrestles with the difficult choice to live as her true self. Both of them are struggling to be the person they know they are. Who better to help than your best friend?Told on one day every year, over six years, this is a story about how change pulls people apart... and how love brings them back together.

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What’s plastic made of? How does it get into the ocean? Can we live without plastic? Learn all about plastic, recycling and how plastic affects the environment in this revealing book with over 60 flaps to lift. There are also tips on how we can make a difference, and Usborne Quicklinks to specially selected websites for video clips and activities.

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Snuggle up with Poppy and Sam, and enjoy these ten gentle tales of their adventures on Apple Tree Farm. Stories include a runaway tractor, a journey on an old steam train, a camping trip and lots more. Each story features charming illustrations by Stephen Cartwright, and there’s a Little Yellow Duck to spot in every picture too.

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Embark on an exciting pirate adventure, facing stormy seas and pirate battles whilst searching for buried treasure. With over 250 stickers of pirates, flags, treasure and sea creatures to add to each swashbuckling scene.

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Little children will enjoy bringing charming Christmas scenes to life in this fun colouring book. Scenes to colour include Santa’s workshop, a Christmas tree, Santa delivering presents and lots more. The backgrounds are already coloured, so children can focus on the fun parts.

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Bring the Christmas story to life in this charming sticker book, from Mary and Joseph looking for a place to stay in Bethlehem, to the birth of Baby Jesus and the arrival of the shepherds and three kings. With over 190 stickers of costumes, decorations and accessories to complete the nativity scenes.

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This entertaining pack contains 50 boredom-busting games, from Boxes and Four in a Row to Snakes, Treasure Hunt and Puzzle Sudoku. Perfect for holidays and long journeys, the pack contains one-player puzzles and exciting games for lots of players. The cards are wipe-clean and come with a pen, so you each game can be enjoyed again and again.

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Turn the pages to explore an amazing zoo filled with elephants, lions, tigers, flamingos, giraffes and more. There are lots of scenes to fill with animals, including an aquarium, monkey enclosure, lion's den and bird house. With over 240 stickers and lots of animal words to learn.

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Brush water over the stylish black and white illustrations to colour in the charming zoo scenes. Turn flamingos pink, tigers orange and butterflies multi-coloured, then move onto an exciting array of other zoo creatures.

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This thoughtful book explores happiness, sadness, anger, fear and worry in a friendly and approachable way for little children. Adorable animal characters experience different emotions, while flaps reveal the answers to important questions such as 'Why don't I feel happy all the time?' and 'How can I cheer up my friend?'

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How does Macbeth turn so quickly from trusted military commander to murderous traitor? This compelling version brings readers into the heart of Shakespeare's drama, and includes carefully chosen quotations from the play itself. With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English. CEFR level: B1. 3579 words.

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Hi! I'm Lily and I LOVE fashion! But even though one day I'll be Queen, setting my own style is against the ROYAL RULES. Which is why I became a SECRET FASHION VLOGGER! I love customizing clothes for my vlog, but my BIG dream is to design my own BIRTHDAY BALLGOWN. And my mum, the queen, has said I can - IF I can design a special uniform that fits the palace's boring no-glitter guidelines first. A good designer can design anything, right? But can I design THIS? Royally yours, Lily xoxo This princess is fashioning her own future - whatever it takes!

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It’s the most famous love story in the world. Romeo and Juliet’s families hate each other, but when the two young people fall in love, can they bring the families together and be happy?Includes a word list, 5 pages of activities and free online audio (British English and American English).1,200 headwords, 3,565 words

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Treachery, tight-ropes and trickery combine in this incredible third Cogheart Adventure: the bestselling series of fantastical imagination set in a gripping Victorian world, from award-winning Peter Bunzl.Old secrets can weigh heavy when you want to fly.Invited to a one-off spectacular show by Slimwood's Stupendous Travelling Skycircus, Lily, Robert and mechanical fox Malkin can't wait to jump onboard. But behind the daredevil deeds of the bewitching bird-girl and the lobster-handed boy, something sinister lurks. And soon, the watchful ringmistress, Madame Lyons-Mane, reveals a deadly plan for Lily. Could the secrets of Lily's past hold their only chance of escape from this terrible trap?"Skycircus takes readers to an even higher level with a mesmerising and imaginative adventure that delivers wall-to-wall thrills." Lancashire Evening Post

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Dive into the world of business with this lively introduction, whether you want to be an entrepreneur or a smarter consumer. With bright, infographic pictures, it describes how to start your own business, manage your money and beat the competition and explains global supply chains and interest rates. Includes links to websites to find out more.

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What’s snow made of? Where can I find some? Where does snow go? Wrap up warm – it’s time to find out! Curious little children can lift over 30 flaps to find the answers to these questions and many more in this engaging introduction to snow, with simple explanations and gorgeous illustrations on every page.

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A magical collection of fairy tales, featuring retellings of favourites such as Aladdin, Little Red Riding Hood and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Each charming story in this hardback book is beautifully illustrated and takes just ten minutes to read – the perfect length for snuggling up and enjoying at bedtime.

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A beautifully illustrated guide to the wildlife, plants, history and magic of woodlands. Children can discover their inner explorer, learning how to identify trees, track animals, build woodland shelters, draw maps and discover legends set in woods. With safety tips and links to websites with virtual tours of woodlands and video clips of wildlife.

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Rusty the dog has gone missing! Can Poppy and Sam find him in time for their Halloween party? Little children will love looking through the peep holes and touching the textured pages in this charming book with bats, pumpkins, spiders and the adorable animals of Apple Tree Farm to spot on every page. And of course, the little yellow duck!

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'Great fun' Danny WallaceEric Doomsday loves doing magic tricks. Even though his best friend, Vinnie Mumbles, thinks they're great, they do always seem to go a bit... wrong. When some very important School Inspectors threaten to close down Eric's school, his headmistress decides to put on a talent show. A talent show with Eric in it. And Eric's magic tricks. Thank goodness the Earth isn't being inspected by aliens at the same time! Because magic, aliens and talent shows are sure to be a horrible mix... Aren't they?

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Discover the national flag of every independent country in the world in this fascinating colouring book. Grouped by continent, there are maps matching each flag to its country, information on flag colours and symbols and black and white flags and coats of arms to colour. With internet links to carefully selected websites to find out more.

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Take a tour of the fabulous city of New York with this beautifully illustrated book with over 80 flaps to lift. Compare the heights of world-famous skyscrapers, look around leafy Central Park, visit Grand Central station, dazzling Times Square and much more. Includes links to specially selected websites for more information.

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A charmingly illustrated picture book about a little raccoon called Algernon and his extraordinary day at Miss Molly’s school. Algernon’s manners are bad at first... but lessons in the Sharing Studio and Listening Carefully Lab, lunchtime in the Dining Hall, the Library’s lovely language books and Good Sports Day soon have a transformative effect.

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Seal loves her new speed boat, but she keeps going too fast! Can she learn to be more careful? This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations throughout. A delight to share with very young children, and with parents notes on phonics at the back of the book.

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Babies will love discovering the cheeky monkeys, hissing snakes, purring tigers and squawking parrots on the colourful pages of this book. They can press the buttons to hear the monkey, snake, tiger, frog and parrot sounds – and try making the noises themselves! A joy to share and talk about with babies and toddlers alike.

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Children can discover how to draw lots of different dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals in this colourful book with simple step-by-step instructions and lots of space to draw in. From Tyrannosaurus rex to Triceratops, hatching dinosaur eggs and prehistoric scenes, they will soon be drawing fabulous pictures of all their favourite dinosaurs.

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Keep little ones busy on holiday with this entertaining activity book, packed with nearly 100 holiday-themed puzzles, dot-to-dots, wordsearches, spot-the-differences and more. The fun activities will help children develop vital reading, writing, counting and observation skills, and all the answers are included at the back of the book.

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