Growing Up & Facts of Life
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The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Ghoul in the School (The Breakfast Club Adventures, 2)
Marcus and the Breakfast Club Investigators are back in The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Ghoul in the School! From #1 bestselling author Marcus Rashford comes another exciting adventure full of fantastic friendships, high-stakes mysteries and strange goings-on!
Written with Alex Falase-Koya and packed with tons of illustrations by Marta Kissi, it’s the perfect book for children aged 8-11.
There’s something strange going on at school . . .
The Breakfast Club Investigators haven’t managed to solve a mystery in months and Marcus is worried that the group is going to break up! So when the captain of the school basketball team comes to ask for their help Marcus knows this might just be the Investigator’s last chance to prove themselves.
The basketball team have had a streak of bad luck, and Marcus and his mates are sure there’s more going on than meets the eye. As the mystery deepens and they uncover one surprising clue after another, they discover that someone – or something – has cursed the basketball team! Can Marcus and his friends solve the mystery in time?
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Diper Överlöde (Book 17) (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, 17)
In Diper Överlöde, book 17 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley is finding out that the road to fame and glory comes with some hard knocks.
When he decides to tag along with his brother Rodrick’s band, Löded Diper, Greg doesn’t realize what he’s getting into. But he soon learns that late nights, unpaid gigs, fighting between band members, and money troubles are all part of the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle.
Can Greg help Löded Diper become the legends they think they are? Or will too much time with Rodrick’s band be a diper överlöde?
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Paddington’s Suitcase: Eight funny Paddington Bear picture books for children in a gift-set carry case!
Enjoy eight hilarious stories of everyone’s favourite bear, Paddington, in this special gift-set carry case. Paddington is now a major movie star!
Stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children around the world for more than sixty years.
Read about Paddington’s trip to the seaside, his encounters with the hungry inhabitants of a zoo and much more in these eight funny picture books!
Inside you will find:
Paddington and the Busy Day
Paddington and the Marmalade Maze
Paddington and the Tutti Frutti Rainbow
Paddington at the Fair
Paddington at the Palace
Paddington at the Zoo
Paddington Minds the House
Paddington the ArtistMichael Bond’s book ‘Paddington’s Easter Egg Hunt’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 03-04-2023.
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There’s a Dinosaur in Your Book (Who’s in Your Book?)
Help Noisy Dinosaur learn to use her voice in this new interactive adventure from Tom Fletcher!
ROOOAAAARRRR!
What’s that sound? It sounds like a little Dinosaur has stomped her way into your book. She’s bored, and she’s making a LOT of noise!
Can you help her find some friends? But make sure to keep everyone quiet or we might wake up… the BIG DINOSAUR!
This playful interactive story helps little ones to learn about inside and outside voices, as they teach Little Dinosaur when to be quiet… and when to be LOUD!
Who’s in Your Book?
Interactive adventures for big imaginationsAlso in this series:
There’s a Monster in Your Book: makes reading interactive and fun
There’s a Dragon in Your Book: explores empathy and responsibility
There’s an Alien in Your Book: explores acceptance and inclusion
There’s an Elf in Your Book: explores following instructions and good/bad behaviour
There’s a Superhero in Your Book: explores the power of kindness
There’s a Witch in Your Book: makes tidying up fun
There’s a Unicorn in Your Book: explores soothing your worries through sharing them
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Guess How Much I Love You
Guess How Much I Love You has sold over 50 million copies worldwide!
An enlarged board book edition of this much-loved classic that children will simply cherish.
Sometimes, when you love someone very, very much, you want to find a way of describing how much you treasure them. But, as Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare discover, love is not always an easy thing to measure. The story of Little and Big Nutbrown Hares’ efforts to express their love for each other has become a publishing phenomenon. This lovely board book edition is one that children will ask for time and again.
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GIRLS ARE AMAZING: Inspirational and Exciting Short Stories for Girls about Love, Self-Awareness and Courage | A Motivational Book for Young Girls I Gift for Girls
GIRLS ARE AMAZING
Inspirational and Exciting Short Stories for Girls about Love, Self-Awareness and Courage
A Motivational Book for Young Girls I
Gift for GirlsGet ready for a journey into the incredible world of love, self-awareness, and courage with “GIRLS ARE AMAZING.” This motivational book is a perfect gift for young girls, designed to inspire, empower, and celebrate their remarkable potential.
In a world full of possibilities, “GIRLS ARE AMAZING” is your invitation to embark on an unforgettable adventure. This collection of short stories is a testament to the strength, resilience, and limitless potential of young girls.
Why Choose “GIRLS ARE AMAZING”?
♦ Excitement Awaits: Dive into thrilling stories that whisk you away to enchanting worlds and unforgettable moments. These stories are an invitation to explore, dream, and discover the extraordinary within.
♦ Life Lessons: Beyond the excitement, these tales are brimming with valuable life lessons about love, self-awareness, and courage. They serve as a guide for young girls as they navigate the path to becoming confident, compassionate, and fearless individuals.
♦ Inspirational Characters: Meet inspiring characters who embody the spirit of resilience and self-discovery. These girls are role models who prove that love, self-awareness, and courage can lead to remarkable achievements.
♦ The Perfect Gift: Whether you’re searching for a gift for your daughter, niece, or a young girl who holds a special place in your heart, “GIRLS ARE AMAZING” is a gift that keeps on giving—an endless source of inspiration and empowerment.
Empower the young girls in your life with a book that celebrates their uniqueness and potential. “GIRLS ARE AMAZING” isn’t just a book; it’s a compass for navigating life’s journey, an affirmation of self-worth, and a celebration of the extraordinary. Order your copy today and let the adventure begin!
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Tom Gates: Five Star Stories (the brand new book in the multi-million bestselling series!)
The top-of-the-class, extra special 21st book from bestselling author and illustrator Liz Pichon.
A feel-good, laugh-out-loud, packed-with-pictures Tom Gates story!
The brand new Tom Gates bestseller from multi-million selling writer and illustrator Liz Pichon.
Q: Who wants their FIVE STAR funny story included in Oakfield School’s story book?
A: EVERYONE!
But what will Tom write about? Inspiration strikes when he looks at his excellent collection of ODD OBJECTS and remembers the funny stories behind each one. Starting with Great Great Aunt Aggie’s fake bird hat, the weird stone with a hole and his very special doodle pen.
Marcus wants to write about Tom (which is annoying), Amy’s got a funny poem and Norman’s story is all about… cheese. But Mr Fullerman can only choose the FIVE STAR STORIES – will Tom get his work in on time? And will Granddad read Tom’s story and find out what REALLY happened to Aunt Aggie’s hat? (Spoiler alert – probably)
- Written in diary form
- Every page STUFFED full of laughs, stories, doodles and creative FUN
- The Brilliant World of Tom Gates was the winner of the 2011 Roald Dahl Funny Prize!
- Perfect gifts for boys & girls who love to laugh themselves silly
- The first series of The Brilliant World of Tom Gates won the Scottish BAFTA for Entertainment!
Don’t miss Shoe Wars – the epic standalone by Liz Pichon.
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The Boy Who Slept Through Christmas: The most magical children’s adventure story for 2023. An innovative ‘musical novel’ and the perfect gift!
Dive in to this funny and debut heart-warming magical (and musical!) adventure from star of stage and screen, Matt Lucas – a festive modern classic for young readers of 8-12!
‘Nearly as good as one of my books’ – David Walliams
Leo LOVES Christmas.
And this Christmas needs to be absolutely perfect, because it’s the first one without Mum. Only it all keeps going wrong!???????? The fairylights are in a tangle
????✏️ The Christmas cards aren’t finished
???? The tree isn’t decorated
???? And the Christmas cakes have all been destroyed!Soon Leo decides he’s had enough – he makes a heartfelt wish that it would all GO AWAY.
Then Leo wakes up on what SHOULD be Christmas Day – and it’s gone!! All of Christmas! But Leo isn’t going to let it escape that easily . . .
Join Leo as he sets out on a mission to undo his wish and get Christmas back in the brand-new festive classic by bestselling author Matt Lucas.
Home Alone meets A Christmas Carol in a hilarious adventure with a big dollop of festive magic. Funny, sensitive and emotional in all the best ways, this warm and seasonal family story touches ever so gently on childhood grief but is wrapped up in a chaotic and heart-warming adventure.
Listen to over 20 original songs, written and recorded by Matt to accompany the story, bringing the joy of a musical to book form!
Matt Lucas’ book ‘The Boy Who Slept Through Christmas’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 25-09-2023.
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The Usborne Advent Calendar Book Collection 2: Classic Stories to Treasure over Christmas for Children
Countdown to Christmas with 24 illustrated storybooks!This luxury advent calendar contains a beautifully illustrated storybook behind each window to fire up children’s imaginations in the build up to the big day. Perfect for bedtime reading and cosy story times.
The collection of 24 books includes magical tales of princes and princesses, dragons and dinosaurs. As the big day approaches, you’ll discover festive treats, including a retelling of Jingle Bells, with a QR code so you can sing along; and Charles Dickens’ classic ghost story, A Christmas Carol, specially rewritten for little ones.
The full set of 24 books forms a miniature library that can be treasured and enjoyed for many years to come.
The stories you can enjoy are:
– Beauty and the Beast
– Puss in Boots
– The Lion and the Mouse
– A Christmas Carol
– The Three Wishes
– The Boy Who Cried Wolf
– The Golden Goose
– The Story of Coppelia
– The Christmas Cobwebs
– The Dinosaur who met Santa Claus
– The Tin Soldier
– Jingle Bells
– The Dragon Painter
– The Genie and the Bottle
– The Hare and the Tortoise
– The Magic Toymaker
– The Snow Queen
– The Rabbit’s Tale
– Swan Lake
– Sleeping Beauty
– The Firebird
– The Twelve Dancing Princesses
– The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse
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The 169-Storey Treehouse: Monkeys, Mirrors, Mayhem! (The Treehouse Series, 13)
*10 Million Children Laughing Worldwide*
There are lots of laughs at every level in The 169-Storey Treehouse, the last book in the worldwide bestselling Treehouse series by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton.
Andy and Terry have added thirteen new levels and built their biggest and most astonishing treehouse yet! It has everything they – and you – could wish for including: an electric pony stable, a NOISY level, a weather dome (where you can have whatever weather you want whenever you want it), and an 100% edible gingerbread house and a potato-powered translation transmitter that allows you to talk to everything everywhere all at the same time.
There’s also a hall of funhouse mirrors, which is the perfect place to hide from Mr Bunkoff who is trying to catch Andy, Terry and Jill in order to send them to school.
But Anti-Andy, Terrible Terry and Junkyard Jill, their trouble-making opposites, are trapped in one of the mirrors ― and they want out. (Oh, and Mr Big Nose wants them to write their book . . . RIGHT NOW.)
Can our heroes escape school, defeat their doppelgängers AND meet their book deadline?
Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!
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Dormouse Has a Cold: A Lift-the-flap Story (Tales From Acorn Wood, 9)
Lift the flaps and get cosy with Dormouse Has a Cold, a story in the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood preschool series by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.
Dormouse is sniffing and snuffling – being ill is hard! But with some help from Doctor Stoat and a visit from her friends as she snuggles up at home, she soon starts to feel better. What will cheer her up? Lift the flaps to find out, then join Dormouse and her friends for a fun trip to Acorn Fair.
With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, Dormouse Has a Cold joins the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood which have been delighting parents and children for over twenty years.
Enjoy more lift-the-flap adventures from Acorn Wood: Cat’s Cookbook, Squirrel’s Snowman, Badger’s Band and Mole’s Spectacles.
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My Mouth Is a Volcano
Teaching children how to manage their thoughts and words without interrupting.
Louis always interrupts! All of his thoughts are very important to him, and when he has something to say, his words rumble and grumble in his tummy, they wiggle and jiggle on his tongue and then they push on his teeth, right before he ERUPTS (or interrupts). His mouth is a volcano! But when others begin to interrupt Louis, he learns how to respectfully wait for his turn to talk.
My Mouth Is A Volcano takes an empathetic approach to the habit of interrupting and teaches children a witty technique to help them manage their rambunctious thoughts and words. Told from Louis’ perspective, this story provides parents, teachers, and counselors with an entertaining way to teach children the value of respecting others by listening and waiting for their turn to speak.
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My Big Wimmelbook – Diggers at Work!: A Look-And-Find Book (Kids Tell the Story) (My Big Wimmelbooks)
Kids who can’t get enough of construction equipment will love this seek-and-find introduction to literacy, full of busy diggers! The My Big Wimmelbooks series is an effortless introduction to literacy that lets beginning readers ages 2 to 5 be the storyteller―with hours of seek-and-find hands-on learning. Nearly wordless, My Big Wimmelbooks® invite young children to explore vibrant, full-spread illustrations of everyday scenes. Little ones love pointing out what they can find, while older kids can seek out recurring star characters and imagine their unfolding story lines! Diggers at Work! is packed with digging machines of all kinds, alongside a crew of hard workers who are tearing down houses, shoveling dirt, and moving scrap. This is our first wimmelbook to include a spread with illustrated diagrams, helping curious kids point out different parts of diggers, like the bucket, cab, and engine. Promising hours of imaginative fun, wimmelbooks are a blast―and an excellent introduction to reading.Read more
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Feather (The Twitchers)
The Twitchers have one last mystery to solve – and this time it’s a heist! The final unputdownable adventure in the bestselling birdwatching detective series from the internationally acclaimed author of Beetle Boy and Adventures on Trains, wildlife queen M.G. Leonard.
On a school trip to the Royal Swan Natural History Museum, Ava finds herself at the centre of a heist: hundreds of invaluable bird of paradise skins from the Alfred Wallace Collection have been stolen! When she discovers a large jet-black feather, she’s sure it’s a clue, but the police won’t listen to her. Slipping away, she takes the case to the Twitchers in an investigation that leads them to the bizarre and sinister world of fly-fishing, and to a mysterious girl with a pet Raven called Caliban and a dangerous ring of thieves and smugglers…
Feather is an exciting winter mystery adventure about friendship, bravery and protecting nature, perfect for readers 9+ and for fans of Robin Stevens, Lauren St John and Jenny Pearson. It can be enjoyed as a stand-alone adventure or read as part of The Twitchers series.
Praise for The Twitchers:
“Leonard knows her audience and the jeopardy comes in flocks … Find your nest, curl up and enjoy.” The Times, Children’s Book of the Week on Twitch
“A twist-laden, thriller-like tale of a bird-mad boy, some bullies and an escaped convict hiding in the nearby woods.” Observer on Twitch
“A skilfully crafted mystery adventure. A clarion call for environmentalists everywhere.” Rob Biddulph, LoveReading4Kids on Spark
“A twisty crime drama as well as a persuasive story about friendship and nature.” Sunday Times on Twitch
“Simply genius.” BBC Wildlife Magazine on Twitch
“Another pacy wonderful adventure steeped in the magic of nature and friendship.” Jasbinder Bilan on Spark
“Leonard has crafted an intelligent mystery from unlikely material, with bonus bird facts.” Irish Times on Twitch
“A winged masterpiece.” Maz Evans on Twitch
“Enthralling from beginning to end, it really touched my young bird-loving heart! Just wonderful!” Dara McAnulty on Twitch
“Twitch is an absolute triumph. The perfect blend of mystery and adventure, a winning hero with an eye for ornithological facts and a heart as big as the countryside, plus a cracking whipsmart plot, I think this is M. G. Leonard’s best book yet.” Christopher Edge on Twitch
“Cracking characters, beyond pacy plotting and an ending that is almost Bugsy Malone-esque!” Phil Earle on Twitch
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Greg the Sausage Roll: Wish You Were Here
Sun’s out, crumbs out – Greg the Sausage Roll is SO EXCITED to be jetting off on his first-ever holiday! He’s ready to hop on a plane to paradise for some FUN IN THE SUN! Karaoke, splashing in the pool, ice cream – Greg’s ready to try it all and have the BEST HOLIDAY EVER!
But will he miss his sausage-roll sweetheart, Gloria, and all his friends back at the bakery?
Developed and written by the social media phenomenon that is LadBaby – the king and queen of sausage rolls – and creators of the hilarious No. 1 bestseller Greg the Sausage Roll: Santa’s Little Helper.
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Sunny Bunnies: My Book of Feelings
Learn about emotions with Sunny Bunnies
Discover all the different moods you can experience with the Sunny Bunnies. Are you feeling happy? Are you feeling sad? Are you scared? Or surprised? Children feel many emotions every day. Naming and identifying them is a way for little ones to start recognizing their feelings.
As they gain self-awareness, children learn to manage their emotions, a critical skill that lays the foundation for emotional intelligence and resilience. The feelings described in this book include joy, surprise, anger, love, fear, sadness, and calm.
About Sunny Bunnies: The Sunny Bunnies are five fluffy and magical creatures who live on the sun. They like to beam down to earth to explore new locations and find fun and mischievous games to play. Sunny Bunnies usually end up in funny situations involving more than a little mayhem, but always find a solution to the most baffling predicament–all thanks to team spirit!
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Shadowhall Academy: The Whispering Walls
Welcome to Shadowhall Academy, where spirits haunt the school halls. A brilliantly spooky new series from the author of Aveline Jones.
I heard a tapping noise, right by my head. Like there was someone in the wall trying to get my attention…
When Lilian Jones starts at creepy, cold and bewilderingly large Shadowhall Academy, she’s nervous about making friends and finding her way around, but those turn out to be the least of her worries when strange things start happening at school.
Tapping in the walls, unsettling tales of missing students, and rumours that the school is haunted… When mysterious figures start appearing at night, looking exactly like the girls themselves, Lilian suspects there may be more to the bizarre happenings than just stories, and her school is hiding real secrets.
Realising her new friends could be in danger, Lilian sets out to solve the mysteries of Shadowhall Academy once and for all…
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Thomas & Friends: Annual 2025: A perfect gift for all train and transport-loving kids with stories, activities and early learning concepts fun!
Toot! Toot! Packed full of fun and games, it’s the Thomas & Friends Annual 2022!
The Thomas & Friends Annual 2022 is full of great stories from the Thomas & Friends TV show along with engine profiles, colouring pages, dot-to-dots, spot the differences, odd ones out, counting activities, mazes, quizzes, posters and more.
Let’s race into action with the Thomas & Friends Annual 2025!
Featuring all your favourite engines including Thomas, Percy, Diesel, Nia, Kana and Bruno, there’s loads of fun content to entertain all Thomas fans including exciting stories, a boardgame, odd ones out, memory games, matching pairs, dot-to-dots, a timed challenge, tracing activities, spot the differences, follow the lines, profiles and lots of colouring, counting and early learning concepts fun.
It includes four great all-action stories:
The Christmas Mountain
Bells are Ringing
The Great Bubbly Build
Ashima’s Amazing ArrivalLook out for other great Thomas & Friends storybooks and board books available in bookshops, supermarkets, toy shops and online now.
Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved characters such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.
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Zoe’s Rescue Zoo: The Worried Wombat
At Zoe’s Rescue Zoo only the cutest, cuddliest animals need apply!
Zoe loves living at her uncle’s rescue zoo because there’s always something exciting going on. And Zoe also has an amazing secret… She can actually TALK to the animals!
Zoe’s thrilled to welcome a new wombat family to the zoo! But when Winnie is separated from her mum, can Zoe help the little wombat feel safe in her new home?
Another fantastic title in the perfect series for young animal lovers, beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams.
Have you read Zoe’s other adventures?Check out The Rascally Raccoon, The Adventurous Arctic Fox, The Runaway Reindeer, The Talkative Tiger and many more titles!
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The Stompysaurus Board Book (DinoFeelings)
A reassuring tale about coping with overwhelming feelings and frustration, The Stompysaurus is the latest book in the DinoFeelings series by Rachel Bright and Chris Chatterton, creators of The Worrysaurus. Now available in a chunky board book, perfect for little hands.
One morning, Stompysaurus wakes from a happy dream, feeling excited for the new day, until things start to go a bit wrong. His brother’s being a tease, his breakfast isn’t his usual favourite and NOTHING is going right. His STOMPS and ROARS start rising inside him, until they EXPLODE!
But a tricky start doesn’t have to mean a stompy finish. Can Stompysurus find a new way of looking at things and turn his day around?
The perfect story to help children learn to overcome feelings of anger and annoyance when it seems like everything is going wrong. From the author of the bestselling The Lion Inside. A Read for Empathy Collection Choice, chosen by EmpathyLab.
Check out the other books in the DinoFeelings series:
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Mysteries at Sea: The Royal Jewel Plot
Alice and Sonny investigate a stolen jewel, in this installment of the bestselling Mysteries at Sea series, from award-winning author A.M. Howell.
Alice and Sonny are excited for their summer trip, sailing on the luxurious yacht the Lady Rose. They’re even more excited when they find out the King of England is going to be onboard too!
There’s also a precious jewel on the boat – a rare opal, kept in a tank protected by a poisonous octopus.
Until one morning, Alice discovers that the opal and octopus are both missing. The search is on to retrieve the priceless gem, before the ship reaches its destination, and everyone on board finds themselves in serious trouble.As Alice and Sonny’s investigations take them closer to the truth, they realise that everyone on the Lady Rose seems to have a secret, maybe even the king himself…
Praise for the Mysteries at Sea series:
“An exquisitely plotted nautical adventure, packed with mystery and derring-do.” Judith Eagle, author of The Accidental Stowaway
“A high-octane nautical adventure, brimming over with secrets and sabotage.” Nicola Penfold, author of Where the World Turns Wild
“”Will appeal to fans of the Adventures on Train series.” The Bookseller
“Absolutely unputdownable.” Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller
“Brilliant story which kept me gripped until the very end!” Ewa Jozefkowicz, author of The Dragon in the BookshopRead more
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There’s a Little Chick In Your Book (Who’s in Your Book?)
A brand-new series of novelty board books from bestselling author Tom Fletcher!
CHEEP CHEEP!
Little Chick is looking for her baby brother – can you you help her find him?
Tap, slide, and jiggle the pages to help Little Chick as she searches for her brother amongst all the eggs – and discover some familiar faces from the Who’s In Your Book series along the way!
Toddlers will love this interactive board book, full of fun novelties that encourage curiosity and exploration and a gentle narrative that is perfect to read aloud.
For readers up to five, discover the exciting world of Who’s in Your Book:
There’s a Monster in Your Book
There’s a Dragon in Your Book
There’s an Alien in Your Book
There’s an Elf in Your Book
There’s a Superhero in Your Book
There’s a Witch in Your Book
There’s a Unicorn in Your Book
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Race to the Rescue (Meet the Maliks – Twin Detectives)
Meet Maysa and Musa Malik. They might be twins but they are total opposites. And together they make an unstoppable team, especially when trying to solve a mystery!
Maysa Malik has got herself into trouble yet again and this time she’s forgotten to post her dad’s passport application before his SUPER IMPORTANT work trip.
Then Imam Abdullah goes missing, and Maysa and her twin brother Musa have a new mystery to solve with the help of their neighbour, Norman, of course. But, as they search for clues around the neighbourhood, Maysa will have to find a way to save her dad’s trip too!
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The Colour Monster: The Feelings Doctor and the Emotions Toolkit
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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The Pandas Who Promised
High on a misty mountainside, red panda cubs Popo and Ketu live happily with their mama. As the sisters grow, they promise Mama that they will always stay close to home. But while cautious Popo is content to spend her days in the family’s cosy treetop nest, bold Ketu dreams of excitement and exploration. So when Ketu creeps off down the mountain in search of adventure, Popo must make a choice: will she keep her promise to Mama, or look after her sister?
An action-packed, heart-warming tale of being true to your word and true to yourself, from the creators of the international bestseller The Lion Inside.
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Merry Christmas, Gabby Cats (DreamWorks Gabby’s Dollhouse)
It’s Cat-O-Ween in the Dollhouse, and Gabby is ready to trick-or-treat with Pandy. What kinds of cat-tastic treats will they collect in the Dollhouse? And will there be a few tricks along the way?Read more
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Mr Men Little Miss: The Super Silly Day: A super funny illustrated children’s book, perfect for lovers of pranks and jokes (Mr. Men and Little Miss Picture Books)
Are you ready for a super silly day of tricks, jokes and pranks?!
Mr Mischief and Little Miss Naughty love playing jokes on everyone. They both think they are the best joker in town, so Little Miss Giggles decides to have an April Fools’ Day Competition to find out who can play the best joke of all. But they’re not the only entrants and soon there are jokes being played all over town!
The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. Have you met them all?
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Dork Diaries: I Love Paris!: Jokes, drama and BFFs in the global hit series (Volume 15)
Welcome to Nikki Maxwell’s aDORKable world and Nikki’s BRAND NEW ADVENTURE in the mega-selling Dork Diaries series – now with over 50 million copies in print worldwide!Oh la la! Nikki and her band are invited to Paris for a super cool photoshoot – it’s a dream come true! Nikki can’t wait to learn new art styles, practice her French and explore the most romantic city in the world with her crush Brandon.
But when MacKenzie starts to stir trouble and invites old friend André to be their tour guide, the drama starts. Can Nikki still enjoy her dream vacay, or will it become a dorky disaster?
With a HUGE global fanbase, Dork Diaries is the perfect series for fans of Lottie Brooks, Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Tom Gates.Have you read all the DORK DIARIES series?
Dork Diaries
Dork Diaries 2: Party Time
Dork Diaries 3: Pop Star
Dork Diaries 4: Skating Sensation
Dork Diaries 5: Dear Dork
Dork Diaries 6: Holiday Heartbreak
Dork Diaries 7: TV Star
Dork Diaries 8: Once Upon a Dork
Dork Diaries 9: Drama Queen
Dork Diaries 10: Puppy Love
Dork Diaries 11: Frenemies Forever
Dork Diaries 12: Crush Catastrophe
Dork Diaries 13: Birthday Drama
Dork Diaries 14: Spectacular Superstar
Dork Diaries 15: I Love Paris! – Coming soon!
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Sharky McShark and the Shiny Shell Squabble
Sharky McShark and her best friend Teensy Wee Crab do everything together at the bottom of the deep blue see. They really are the perfect twosome.
Until one day – with a plink! twirl! plonk! – an itsy bitsy shrimp arrives on the scene.
Is there room for one more in this friendship? Sharky’s not so SHORE . . .
A fun-filled undersea story about friendship, sharing and overcoming feelings of jealousy, from Alison Murray, creator of Sharky McShark and the Teensy Wee Crab
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Spidey and His Amazing Friends: Pirate Plunder Blunder
From mates to Green Goblin’s ‘mateys’!Green Goblin turns Peter’s beloved Aunt May and others into his own Pirate Army in this 24-page storybook. It’s up to Spidey and his friends to stop–and save–their family and friends. Only together can they send Gobby Pirate ‘walking the plank.’
Pirate Plunder Blunder is sure to thrill young Spidey fans as they immerse themselves in the excitement of Team Spidey’s latest heroic adventure!
Read about more of Team Spidey’s amazing adventures in these books!
- Spidey and His Amazing Friends: Construction Destruction
- Spidey and His Amazing Friends: Team Spidey Does it All! Comic Reader
- Spidey and His Amazing Friends: Panther Patience
- Spidey and His Amazing Friends: Meet Team Spidey
- World of Reading: Spidey Saves the Day
- World of Reading: Super Hero Hiccups
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Lottie Brooks 6
Lottie Brooks is BACK and she’s as BRILLIANT as ever!
Join Lottie as she navigates the many perils of growing up in this NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING, fantastically funny, illustrated series for a 9-12 audience – filled with friendship, embarrassing moments and plenty of LOLs.
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The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Treasure Hunt Monster (The Breakfast Club Adventures, 4)
Marcus and the Breakfast Club Investigators are back and better than ever, just in time for for a brand new investigation!
When a treasure hunt is announced at Rutherford High, the Breakfast Club Investigators want to win. But an otherwordly monster is set on spoiling their fun. . .
Using clues from a comic book, can Marcus and his friends uncover the truth? With the whole school at stake in the BCI’s biggest ever case, failing to solve the mystery just isn’t an option.
The Breakfast Club Adventures: The Phantom Thief is the fourth book in an exciting mystery series by England International footballer, child food-poverty campaigner and bestselling author Marcus Rashford MBE, inspired by Marcus’s own experiences growing up! Written with Alex Falase-Koya and packed with tons of illustrations by Marta Kissi, it is it the perfect book for children aged 8-11.
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The Colour Monster: The Feelings Doctor and the Emotions Toolkit
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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