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Welcome to Brown Bear Wood! Come and meet Bear and all his friends in this fun-packed activity book. Each double page spread includes a list of things to find and colour, then prompts you to colour in the rest of the scene to bring the woodland world to life. Each sheet is perforated and printed on one side only for easy removal and display, featuring a colouring and spotting activity on the front and a beautiful acorn-inspired pattern on the back. Including 20 pull-out colouring sheets featuring all the favourite characters from Brown Bear Wood, from Professor Owl to Papa Bear, this colouring and spotting book is a great gift for any child – and ideal for rainy days and holidays.

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Discover a magical world of nature on your doorstep. Charming rhyming verse introduces 6 mindful moments – including a chick hatching from an egg, and dew collecting on a leaf – to the youngest readers. A fabulous introduction for first readers, from the team that created international bestseller Slow Down.

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Build first literacy and phonic skills with 26 double-sided alphabet flashcards in this charmingly illustrated set from Brown Bear Wood. From A is for Acorn to Z is for Zen, 26 double-sided flashcards encourage little ones to learn the letters of the alphabet alongside their favourite characters from Brown Bear Wood.This boxed set of alphabet flashcards for children ages 3+ features: -26 double-sided cards for each letter of the alphabet, featuring an upper- and lower-case letter on one side and a word and colourful picture on the other -Gorgeous illustrations from bestselling artist Freya Hartas -A booklet with educational hints and tips for parents and carers -Plastic-free packaging Perfect purchase for educational use with pre-school children, storytelling or to display as a nursery art piece.Praise for If You Go Down to the Woods Today: 'A simple introduction to poetry, perfectly aimed at young children, that will be loved and enjoyed for a long time', The Independent's Best Kids Poetry Book 2021'One to watch', Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times 'A tour de force of interactive two-dimensional nature', Kirkus starred review 'A simple yet magical first book of poetry', The Telegraph

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Discover a magical world of nature on your doorstep. Charming rhyming verse introduces 6 mindful moments – including a squirrel burying a nut, and a rainbow forming on a rainy day – to the youngest readers. A fabulous introduction for first readers, from the team that created international bestseller Slow Down.

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The fourth book in the ancient Greek Mysteries series is a mix of Sherlock Holmes and ancient Greece from bestselling author Saviour Pirotta, with stunning illustrations from up-and-coming illustrator Freya Hartas. This exciting adventure will have readers gripped from start to finish. Scribe Nico and his perceptive friend Thrax are back in Athens and Nico is looking forward to the spooky festival of Anthesteria and the lavish feasting at Master Lykos's house. But when the boys suspect a plot to assassinate the general of Athens, they must put the fun aside and infiltrate the Society of Centaurs. Will they discover the true identity of the society's leader, and will they stop the assassination? This dramatic and mysterious tale is packed with wonderful characters and insight into the daily life of the ancient Greeks, a required topic in the Key Stage 2 History curriculum. Perfect for fans of the Roman Mysteries, or anyone interest in ancient Greece.

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Follow Bear as he sets off on a festive Christmas present hunt adventure with his friends in the forest. Can you help them? Set to rollicking rhyming song with twelve presents to find and count. The perfect Christmas gift – full of the joys of Winter!

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Welcome friends and settle in there's lots to do and see as I tell you the story of our oldest, wisest tree... With its gnarled trunk, giant branches and glossy leaves, Grand Old Oak is Bear's favourite tree in the woodland. When Bear learns that Oak is five hundred years old, he decides to plan an extra-special birthday ball. In this first storybook of poetry, join Bear and his friends through the seasons as they prepare a magical birthday party, with lots of things to spot along the way. · An immersive, cosy world that encourages little ones to look at nature around them and step into a world of imaginative play, where animals do just as a child would: play games, enjoy a party, go on a picnic and experience each season of life · Engaging spotting activity for young children, with spreads themed around Oak's birthday party set in the magical woodland, and a familiar cast of woodland friends to follow · A sure hit for fans of the well-loved first book in the series, If You Go Down to the Woods Today · Perfect birthday gift book which builds an immersive, tender world and encourages the reader to look at the natural world around them with wonder and delight Words of praise for The Brown Bear Wood Series "A simple introduction to poetry, perfectly aimed at young children, that will be loved and enjoyed for a long time." - Independent's Best Kids Poetry Book 2021 "A tour de force of interactive two-dimensional nature." - Kirkus starred review "A simple yet magical first book of poetry." - The Telegraph

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All around us, nature is turning, growing and working. Every day, hour by hour, magical transformations happen right in front of you. Go outside and explore... see what you find when you take the time to slow down. Reading like a story book, but filled with facts about real-world animals and nature, this the perfect introduction to the world of wonder on your doorstep for readers aged 3-6. Slow down with this beautiful hardback book and enjoy: · A treasury of miracles that happen on our very doorsteps · 50 nature stories, told step-by-step · Gorgeous colour illustrated throughout with sumptuous gold foil cover · Visual stories that are perfect for young readers 3+ and up · Mindfulness activities included at the back of the book Words of praise for this book: A Bookseller Editor's Choice book "Fifty moments in nature are captured in slowed-down double page spreads: a cresting wave, a hatching chick, a bee pollinating a flower. The effect is magical." Fiona Noble, The Bookseller "A wonderful book for inspiring a love of the natural world." - The Bookseller "This cosily illustrated volume wants us to take time to stand and stare, paying attention to everyday natural events, many of which can be appreciated in a garden or indoors through a window" ?The Sunday Times

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Zoom in to watch: · a hummingbird drink nectar · a pea shoot appear · a little snail as he comes come out to drink · a caterpillar create its own leaf tent · a family of hermit crabs move house With charming text and real science, see nature up close and let it stop you in your tracks, so that you can truly find joy in the present moment. Slow down with this beautiful hardback book and enjoy: · A treasury of miracles that happen on our very doorsteps · 20 nature stories, told step-by-step · Gorgeous colour illustrated throughout with sumptuous gold foil cover · Visual stories that are perfect for young readers 3+ and up · Mindfulness activities and further reading included at the back of the book Words of praise for Slow Down: A Bookseller Editor's Choice book "Fifty moments in nature are captured in slowed-down double page spreads: a cresting wave, a hatching chick, a bee pollinating a flower. The effect is magical." Fiona Noble, The Bookseller "A wonderful book for inspiring a love of the natural world." - The Bookseller "This cosily illustrated volume wants us to take time to stand and stare, paying attention to everyday natural events, many of which can be appreciated in a garden or indoors through a window" ?The Sunday Times

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Slow down to watch 50 nature stories that command calm and foster mindfulness All around us, nature is working wonders. Every day, hour by hour, magical transformations happen right in front of you. But it&;s not always easy to see them . . . In this beautiful illustrated collection, 50 moments in nature are paused for you to watch them in detail. Then you should go outside, and explore, and see what you find when you take the time to slow down. Gorgeously illustrated, this charming collection celebrates the small wonders happening all around us every day.

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A subversive, funny - and deliciously prickly! - tale for the young reader looking for a book with bite. Eshe and her twelve sisters are Fairy Godmothers, honoured for the incredible gifts they can bestow. But Eshe's special abilities are a little different - she can glimpse into the future! And, one day, Eshe foresees something terrifying: a world blanketed in creeping vines and a girl covered in thorns. Eshe needs to stop her vision becoming true, but it will require old and powerful magic. And she won't be able to do it alone... Following on from Zombierella and Frankenstiltskin, this is the third and final book in a deliciously dark trilogy of twisted classics, written in verse by award-winning poet Joseph Coelho and illustrated by Freya Hartas.

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Follow Bear as he sets off on an exciting Easter egg hunt adventure with his friends in the forest. Can you help them? Set to rollicking rhyming text with 100 eggs to find and count. The perfect Easter gift – full of the joys of Spring!

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With 30 nature-inspired activities to do on your doorstep, help your little one feel grounded, find calm, improve focus, practice loving-kindness and relax. Whimsical full-colour illustrations on both sides of the cards break down each practice into easy-to-follow steps. Tips on individual cards, plus an 8-page instructional booklet, show modifications that make these activities inclusive for children of all abilities.

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Written by bestselling author Saviour Pirotta, this fast-paced story is set in the Islamic Golden Age when Baghdad was the largest and most dazzling city in the world. Perfect for fans of thrilling adventure. Thirteen-year-old Jabir is hoping to save his family from being made homeless by finding work in Baghdad. Famished after his long journey to the city, Jabir is caught stealing bread and sent to prison. Luckily, one of the guards there notices that he has a gift for carving wooden models and he is released on the orders of the grand caliph Harun al Rashid himself. In return Jabir must carve twelve golden horsemen, a gift from the caliph to the emperor Charlemagne. But someone is determined to stop Jabir from completing the work and he will stop at nothing, not even arson, to achieve his aim. Can Jabir and his friend Yasmina finish the horsemen or will Jabir be sent back to prison? Ideal for readers aged 8+, this exciting and readable adventure story is packed with great characters and insight into Islamic civilisation and the historic culture of the Middle East circa AD 900, a period which is now studied in the National Curriculum. The Flashbacks series offers dramatic stories set in key moments of history, perfect for introducing children to historical topics.

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A heartwarming animal rhyming story with the 'ahh' factor from the bestselling Brown Bear Wood series. Join Bear and Papa Bear as they spend a glorious day together in the woods. As Bear finds and counts one hundred hearts gifted from his dad, a child can join along, too, as the gentle, rhyming text reinforces the importance of being yourself and being comfortable in your own skin. No matter what Bear does or who is he, Papa Bear loves him unconditionally.This board book for children ages 2+ features: -A gorgeous cover with red foil -100 hearts to find and count -Gentle, rhyming text from acclaimed poet Rachel Piercey -Intricate illustrations from bestselling artist Freya Hartas, little ones will find new things to spot every time Celebrating the unconditional love between a parent and child, this chunky board book makes a wonderful gift or is perfect for sharing with your special little person as part of daily affirmations. Look out for other board books in the Brown Bear Wood series, The Great Egg Hunt and Twelve Days of Christmas.Praise for If You Go Down to the Woods Today: 'A simple introduction to poetry, perfectly aimed at young children, that will be loved and enjoyed for a long time', The Independents Best Kids' Poetry Book 2021'A simple yet magical first book of poetry', The Telegraph

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The second story in a funny, deliciously dark, three-part series of twisted classics, written in verse by award-winning poet Joseph Coelho.Joining the family business, animal-lover Bryony proves to be an extraordinary taxidermist, whose tender fingers create displays which comfort, educate and astound. But when Byrony’s proud father boasts of her skill, who should come calling but the secretive King of all Mythica. Locking her away, he gives her three horrible tasks … three impossible tasks! It’s only then that a strange, sinister creature emerges from the shadows of the castle, offering Bryony a helping hand… But at what cost?Frankenstein meets Rumpelstiltkin in this expertly-stitched story about a powerful king, a girl unafraid to stand up for her beliefs, and a monstrous little creature with magic – and greed – in his bones.

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My woodland's full of animals, of every different kind. So shall we stay here for a while and see what we can find? Join Bear on his journey through the year with lots of friends to meet, places to explore and things to spot along the way. Each spread focuses on a respective season: - Spring spreads include Bear's World, Home Sweet Home, School Days, Bunny's Birthday - Summer spreads include Sports Day, High Summer, Swimming Lessons, Bear's Picnic, Putting on a Play - Autumn spreads include: Goodbye Party, Rainy Day, Art Class, Bear's Campfire - Winter spreads include: Winter Sports, Bear's Winter Feast, Bear's Bedtime A first poetry book for children aged 5+ that reflects the changing seasons, weather and the nature that can be found all around us. · Engaging spotting activity for young children, with spreads themed around an event set in the magical woodland, and a cast of woodland friends to follow, scene to scene · Perfect spring gift book which builds an immersive, tender world and encourages the reader to look at the natural world around them with wonder and delight · Features back matter on a nature trail to get children outside and poetry and nature resources for inside Words of praise for The Brown Bear Wood Series "A simple introduction to poetry, perfectly aimed at young children, that will be loved and enjoyed for a long time." - Independent's Best Kids Poetry Book 2021 "A tour de force of interactive two-dimensional nature." - Kirkus starred review "A simple yet magical first book of poetry." - The Telegraph

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Here is a Cinderella story like no other. When Cinderella wishes for a fairy godmother, she’s not expecting one that barks! And this fairy dogmother has a different agenda. Yes, Cinderella will have a new dress, but made of a cosy dog blanket. Yes, they will go to the ball, but they will run there and chase squirrels along the way. There’s nothing like a canine companion to get a girl out of the house and her mind off her troubles! Yes, indeed, dogs do make everything better - and are a reminder that you don’t need “happily ever after” when you have the joy of now. Readers will get a kick out of this retelling with its lovable cast of characters and refreshing ending.

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Farmer Nan needs to shear her sheep but they are behaving very badly. Can Nan and sheepdog Nelly get the sheep under control? Oxford Reading Tree All Stars is an engaging chapter fiction series which combines age-appropriate content with imaginative stories, perfect for inspiring and stretching able infants. The series develops comprehension skills and provides a wide variety of fiction topics and styles, alongside illustrations that aid understanding. All the books in this series are carefully levelled, so it's easy to match every child to the right book - one which will develop their reading skills and fuel their love of reading. Help with children's reading development is also available at www.oxfordowl.co.uk.

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The first in a funny, deliciously dark, three-part series of twisted classics, written in verse by award-winning poet Joseph Coelho and illustrated by Freya Hartas."Such a fun story with excellent illustrations ... with enough familiarity to feel known but with enough difference to make it quirky and original" Malorie BlackmanA yellow moon hangs in a satin sky the night Cinderella, barefoot and in hand-me-downs, slips at the top of the stairs … and dies. But not for long. The Shadow of Death arrives to breathe life back into her bones and, for three nights only, Cinderella goes forth as ZOMBIERELLA. With her skin as cold as ice and her faithful horse Lumpkin back by her side, can she seek revenge on her three cruel, fake sisters, once and for all? Crawl out of the grave and step into your mushroom carriage for this haunting and humorous adventure of the undead girl searching for her happily ever after.

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