Splash the Lifeboat; Three more short stories (kids stories / childrens story books Book 2)

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Learn how to create art like the masters by taking an Art Masterclass! A moving, poetic picture book about the love between a grandfather and child. An ideal book for children who have lost a grandparent. A wolf tries everything to get a creature to leave the cave, to no avail. But what will happen when he's finally successful?

This is a laugh-out-loud story with a BIG surprise! The third title in the series, Amazing World: Bugs explores the incredible world of 20 strange and magnificent insects, from shimmering glow worms and fireflies, to the extremely odd giraffe bug. Are your kids glued to the television and computer games on school vacation rainy weekends? Fear not, because I Am Never Bored: A whole colorful traffic jam's worth of things to find, and count! Features vehicles and special hidden items to find on every spread. Pre-schoolers will love tackling these 15 fun, easy-to-follow step-by-step projects as they learn about science, technology, engineering, arts and math.

New in the Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the incredible life of Harriet Tubman, the Underground Railroad conductor who 'never lost a single passenger' in this true story of her life. Turn the page, press a tab and hear the sounds of the farm in this bright, colourful board book for early learners. Turn the page, press a tab and hear the sounds of the wild in this bright, colourful board book for early learners. A hands-on first science series that uses fun and practical activities to explore electricity, light and dark, materials and pushes and pull. Packed with fun activities, this book will encourage children to think about how electricity works and how we use it.

Packed with fun activities, this book will encourage children to think about the properties of light and dark and how we use them and are affected by them. Fasten your seat belts because Hot Wheels: A Street Race is here to tell one action packed, engine revving story. New in the Little People, Big Dreams series: Discover the remarkable life of Jane Austen, one of the world's most beloved authors, in this true story of her life. A beautiful tale from award-winning author Berlie Doherty, full of friendship and foxes, and perfect for budding countryside explorers.

Discover the incredible life of Georgia O'Keeffe, one of the twentieth century's greatest artists in this new Little People, Big Dreams title.

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From the creators of The Night Gardener , comes a stunning new picture book about a young boy who sets sail to find a place his grandfather told him about Join rabbit and find out where he lives. Introducing nature to little ones, this book provides a simple, entertaining storyline with a rabbit character as the focus.

Lenny doesn't like to do what his family tells him to and he always keeps them waiting. But one day he finds out what it feels like to have to wait and wait and wait Alf was a grumpy cat. He was never happy. But one day, the wind blew and it put a smile on Alf's face. A little sailing boat casts out his line to catch a fish in a busy, healthy ocean, but when a big, smoking trawler casts its mighty net, will any of the fish escape?

A beautiful fable set in sixteenth-century Venice, with stunning illustrations from award-winning artist Jane Ray. The 50 Things series takes big topics and breaks them into bite-size chunks perfect for young readers to digest. Dive into the ocean to join a young turtle on a game of hide-and-seek, and learn about sea creatures and their habitat. Kids will learn about STEAM topics science, technology, engineering, arts and maths with Legos, through 15 fun and unique step-by-step projects. Teaches kids how to comfortably paddle for hours, what to bring on the trip, and how to traverse the water like a pro.

What can I do? Ranger Rick Kids Guide to Hiking answers all of your questions to gets you started hiking! Splish, splash and be amazed as the beautiful artwork comes to life when brushed or dipped in water, revealing a world of colour. Discover all kinds of plants — from the hugest tree to the tiniest seed — in this fabulous follow-up to smash-hit Creaturepedia.

Press the page to hear the song of birds from 10 different habitats in this exquisite sound book. Explore the park and spot the difference in each double page spread. Lift the flaps on the right hand page to see if you got it right! An irresistible picture book about looking for affection that will warm the hearts of children and parents alike.

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with this action-packed anthology of four classic stories. Encounter defeat, triumph, adventure and excitement in each of these timeless tales, all accompanied by beautiful artwork. A child named Kid, a dog named Cat, and a goat who lives on the roof Part mystery and part animal-rescue story, about an unnamed goat that inadvertently changes the lives of the eccentric denizens of a Manhattan apartment building. A glorious sequel to Good Dog McTavish. A charming tale of community, making new connections and lending a helping hand, from a successful author and illustrator pairing.

What does your brain do? How does your brain carry messages to your body? Which foods are good for your brain? What does your esophagus do? How long is your small intestine? Which part of your body stores the goodness from food? Introduce your children to Pilates and help them develop bodily awareness and key development of developing muscles and flexibility. A fun and interactive introduction to Science, Technology, Energy, Art, and Math for the whole family.

Go on a musical adventure with Poppy the dog and friends in Poppy and Vivaldi. Children and parents will love pressing buttons and hearing the instruments and sounds of Vivaldi on every page! Go on a musical adventure with Poppy the dog and friends in Poppy and Mozart. Children and parents will love pressing buttons and hearing the variety of instruments and sounds of Mozart on every page!

Explore the beach and spot five differences in every side-by-side scene. Filled with drama, this tale is testament to the determination, solidarity and courage of the early pioneers, each chasing their own American Dream. Patch likes to bounce and play but he wants to go to the moon most of all. One day he finds a rocket in the garden. The animals are settling down for the night when a star falls from the sky into the zoo. Little Star is desperate to get back home, but who will help her?

When Max has to watch over his little sister, he isn't very happy about it. He wants to play with his friends instead, but Dot wants to join in. When Max tells Dot to go away, he regrets being mean to his sister, and she wanders off will he ever find her again? Ned doesn't like to listen. He likes to jump, swing and slide. But one day, his carefree ways get him into trouble by the river A captivating, fact-filled atlas exploring animal habitats around the world, including rainforest, grassland, desert, woodlands, wetlands and polar regions. From brightly coloured corals to shimmering shoals of fish, the diversity of life on a coral reef is celebrated in a book which also has a strong ecological message about the need to protect this most precious of environments.

A collection of 30 "nonfiction minutes" -- short and engaging essays -- all about animals, written by todays award-winning childrens nonfiction authors. Great Polar Bear captures the beauty and mystery of the far north with lyrical, factual verse, and gorgeous collage. Thirty-five of Shakespeares best-known and most-loved verses and poems, wonderfully illustrated for children ages 8 to An engaging introduction to astronomy for kids, featuring fourteen well-known constellations and a star map of each hemisphere.

ABC Shapes combines learning the alphabet with fun and quirky shapes, going beyond the typical circles and squares to introduce arches, ellipses, cubes, wedges, and even helixes and nanagons. With easy-to-follow drawing steps and an engaging story, Watch Me Read and Draw: Things Girls Love teaches kids to draw all their favourite things. This step-by-step drawing and story book teaches children to draw their favorite animals from the zoo with simple steps and a fun, engaging story. Fun, brain-bending travel-related activities for children ages 7 to 12 - part of the Get Smarter activity book series.

Shark is lonely and wants some friends, so he goes out into the sea to find some. But will his plan work or will the other animals be afraid of him? When the villagers find a dragon on the train track, something has to be done. Who can move the dragon? And what will the big dragon do? The villagers are tired of all the rain. They want the weather monster to bring back the sun. But was anyone brave enough to ask him? Biting facts about sharks are revealed by examining the teeth and jaws of the 20 jaw-snapping species covered in the book. The story of a refugee: Join small bird and find out what happens to the three eggs she has laid.

Introducing nature to little ones, this book provides a simple, entertaining storyline with a bird character as the focus. Rusty is a friendly robot, but not a very happy one. The other robots on Planet Robotone are keen to help. Fully updated for , Top of The League is the perfect book for any football fan. Amusing stats and fascinating facts combine with quirky graphics to provide an entertaining guide to all aspects of the beautiful game. A vibrant exploration of the stories behind different colours, and the roles they've played throughout history.

Go west across the United States of America by train and discover the history of the railroads en route! With beautiful, atmospheric illustrations and fascinating information about the evolution of rail transport across the North American continent. Find out how Kayla and her best friends transform a spot for trash into a bright and blooming garden. Tom likes to dream of being all sorts of things, from sea creatures and monsters to flowers and trees. But he soon learns that being something else is not really that much fun after all.

An activity-based exploration of ways to be happier and improve your wellbeing, through thoughtful, inspiring text, fun activities and light-hearted illustrations. Ancient Greece in 30 Seconds is a fascinating introduction to one of the most influential ancient cultures. From slaves and soldiers to clothes and jewellery, this guide makes learning fun. A brand new edition of the humorous tale of a boy, a bully, and a serious case of mistaken identity, now with cover artwork by the award-winning Catherine Rayner.

Jud steps in as goalie at the local football team. Jud's dad is all for it, but mum isn't convinced. This football story ends with a brilliant twist! Mia and James are getting married! A warm and charming tale of diversity, language, and the shared cultures that make-up modern life. Bursting with joy and adventure, this brand new story from picture book star Ross Collins is a celebration of all the colour in our lives. A simple but brilliant book that encourages children to learn about shapes, colours and numbers by playing with a series of gatefold flaps.

When an annoying guest comes to stay at Mr Moots house, his pet, Fluffywuffy, has a snappy solution. Discover the clever craft behind the beautiful numbers and patterns of maths with this awesome activity book, packed with fun drawing challenges based on math tricks and rules. In the spirit of Goodnight Moon and The Curious Garden comes a stunning debut picture book filled with whimsy and creativity from brothers Terry and Eric Fan. Give your children the tools and encouragement they need to be the change they wish to see with this collection of bios of luminary figures, creative project ideas, and more.

The Magic Garden is a beautifully illustrated story about all the incredible things that happen every day in nature; butterflies emerging from their cocoons; leaves changing; birds building their nests. This clever and silly guide on how to behave teaches kids why manners matter, with colorful illustrations and simple tips kids will love. This fun and funny guide on how NOT to behave teaches kids why they should mind their manners, with colourful illustrations and simple tips both parents and kids will love.

Take trip from Reykjavik to Rio in this search-and-find tour of the world that will introduce young readers to all the instruments of the orchestra. Set out on the adventure across Planet Earth. Explore volcanos, valleys, mountains and rivers, and learn about water, weather and earthquakes. How big is the universe? What would it be like to live on Venus? Is there life on another planet?

Discover why bears are incredible and 10 reasons why you should love them. Also features five ways to show you care. A moving debut picture book about the power of friendship and the importance of accepting yourself just the way you are. In this book, learn all about why blue whales are incredible and 10 reasons why you should love them! Discover thirteen incredible habitats, from the crystal kingdom Arctic to the dusty savannah and the black-as-space deep sea, in this beautiful tribute to the last wildernesses of our world.

These little piggies haven't had this much fun since they went to the market! The classic nursery rhyme heads to the beach in this delightful update for young children. Fun, reusable, vinyl, and large fairy-tale stickers for kids with small hands and large imaginations. Tiny tots will have big fun with these 75 large, vinyl, reusable stickers featuring friendly aliens, spaceships, planets, and more for kids with large imaginations and little hands! A board book featuring the absolute cutest baby animals in the world by bestselling author and illustrator Charles Fuge.

A hilarious spoof newspaper about animals published in association with the Natural History Museum, packed with facts, jokes and activities. The final instalment in the hilarious daring adventures of Free Lance the courageous mercenary knight, from the bestselling duo behind The Edge Chronicles, Paul Stewart and Chris Riddell.

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A brand new 4u2read edition of a charming modern-day take on the Arabian Night stories, with illustrations by Charlie Alder. See each letter of the alphabet paired with a word that teaches young children important mindfulness topics, like compassion, breathing, empathy, gratitude, and kindness.

A bold and charming picture book, set in the animal world, which explores contrasts and opposites. Brain Lab for Kids is an interactive and hands-on book that takes readers on an exciting journey into the functions of the brain through enlightening experiments and creative activities.

Burgess's long-beloved Bedtime Stories characters. An enthralling and sophisticated fantasy story from one of Japan's most popular writers of teen fiction, which has been turned into a popular anime series. A YA novel about a teen who finds hope and a fresh start after a terrible loss, and learns that being strong means letting go. Rocks unlock the secrets of the past — every layer tells a new story about how the world and its inhabitants have evolved over the millennia. This book introduces readers to the fascinating and important study of minerals - taking us from fundamental facts about elements, from which everything on Earth is made.

A brilliant introduction to the importance of palaeontology, which illustrates with fun captions and photographs how fossils show us the ways in which our species - and others - have evolved over millions of years. Packed with stunning photographs of bright, shiny gems and more practical images of excavation and extraction, this book provides a colourful insight into the geology of our world. Fun-filled activity book introducing the basic skills needed to become a doctor, packed with extras including stickers, a pull-out poster, a game and a press-out model.

A fun activity book filled with practical projects and extras including stickers, a pullout poster, a game and a press out model that make it a must for young airplane enthusiasts. This beautifully illustrated book introduces children to a busy hospital, from the operating theatre to the cafeteria, from X-rays to ambulances and from breakfast time to bed time. In this beautifully illustrated Shine-a-Light title, children will see what's happening on the farm through the seasons and discover 'hidden' images by holding the pages up to a bright light.

From her early love of logic, to her plans for the worlds first computer program, learn about Adas life in this mini biography for readers as young as four years. What do animals do all day? Find out in this fully illustrated book that features more than animals. Combining bright illustrations with engaging facts about different types of transport, this book is sure to entertain and amaze young children. One of four new adventures that will help you develop your maths skills whilst engaging in a gripping and thrilling adventure!

This collection of 25 fun, achievable STEM projects is the perfect way to encourage budding engineers and scientists and to show them how science applies in the real world. Following on from series one of Maths Quest, this is one of four new adventures that will enable young children to develop their geometry skills whilst engaging in a gripping and thrilling story.

This unique book raises the curtain on the secrets of how the human body works;secrets like: This stunning visual feast of a book uncovers the secrets of the universe through bright, engaging artwork, flaps and interactive elements. First Day Friends mirror children's real-life experiences, such as learning how to be part of a school or family community, and how to control one's emotions.

With a simple and engaging format, including guidance for parents and teachers, this book is a valuable resource for children and adults. This beautifully illustrated parable demonstrates that God will joyfully welcome and forgive anyone who strays but eventually comes back to him. The message of this beautifully illustrated parable is that god loves us all and wants us all to share in the rewards of his love.

This mothers blessing, delivered in gentle, lilting rhyme with stunning, painterly artwork, is the perfect read for new parents. Suzy is afraid to go to sleep, because a monster might come when she's sleeping. Mummy tells her not to worry, as Bunny will chase the monsters away. But at the break of dawn, a shadow creeps into the room, and Bunny disappears You have a new puppy! Youre going to be best friends A hilarious, heartwarming picture book for anyone who has a new puppy or wants one Young and old alike can learn the French alphabet and a variety of words with this illustrated, introductory guide to the language.

Loaded with hands-on, kid-friendly projects, perfect for budding naturalists and nature collectors. This book teaches techniques for cleaning, caring for, and displaying discovered treasures. From the barnyard of Leanne Lauricella, the rescuer behind the hugely popular Goats of Anarchy, Piney the Goat Nanny tells the true story of Piney, the rescued pig!

The ultimate handbook for kids that introduces tons of games to play by themselves or with friends and family! Meet the charming cast of Seed School! Who, with the help of soil, water and sunshine, grow into vibrant fruits, vegetables and flowers. This exciting bumper activity book is packed full of items to find, amazing scenes to colour, and spot-the difference puzzles. Featuring a wide range of topics, from dinosaurs to the ocean, and with fun facts to discover and learn throughout, this book is guaranteed to keep children entertained for hours at a time.

A fun, fact-filled and interactive guide for all the family to learn about the power of pollination, the creatures that help to keep the balance of nature and the amazing tricks plants play on insects. For kids with an interest in chickens and farm life, Let's Hatch Chicks! An introduction to the novels of Jane Austen with the main characters and elusive author hidden in ten beautifully illustrated scenes.

This unusual question-and-answer book takes a fun, child-centric view of the history and functions of our planet with hilarious, imaginative questions answered by know-it-all animal characters. A brilliant question-and-answer book which explores the animal world by asking just the kind of hilarious, imaginative questions that children love to ask …. Following on from series one of Maths Quest, this is one of four new adventures that will help you develop your maths skills whilst engaging in a gripping and thrilling adventure!

Beautifully illustrated,the meaning oft the story is explained simply and clearly, with next steps at the back of the book to encourage further discussion plus a rhyme for children to join in with! The Sower highlights the different ways in which people listen to and act on God's word. In the story, a sower scatters some seed on the path, on rocky ground and among thorns, and each time the seed struggles to germinate and is ultimately lost. Only when the seed is sown into the good earth does it thrive. The different terrain represents the state of people's willingness to receive God's word and follow his instructions.

The interactive format includes a pull-out paper pad for drawing alongside each exercise. The charming story of a loyal and wrongly-accused goose, with delightful illustrations by the author. Dog is a book about trust, standing up for yourself, and learning to love. By the award-winning Andy Mulligan, author of the bestselling Trash , it is a story that will delight readers young and old. A beautiful flapped paperback edition of this standalone adventure by the author of The Letter for the King.

Following on from series one of Maths Quest, this is one of four new adventures that will enable young children to develop their measuring skills whilst engaging in a gripping and thrilling story. The brain is an amazing thing, but it doesn't always get things right when it comes to sight Plenty of surprises in store for the animals in this simple, vibrant picture book which is both a mystery and a guessing game.

This exciting journey into the human body includes a die-cut model that will take you from head to toe and from a single cell to an entire system! This fascinating look at sharks includes a die-cut model of a great white that reveals how these much-misunderstood creatures operate, layer by layer! Tells the true story of Prospect, a rescued goat who came to live with Leanne Lauricella, the barnyard rescuer behind the hugely popular Instagram account Goats of Anarchy. Puzzle lovers ages will be enamoured with these 75 fun, quirky, brain-teasing word search puzzles!

This colourfully illustrated book features the sounds of 16 musical instruments so kids can learn what each orchestra instrument sounds like as they go on a musical adventure with Poppy the dog. This colourfully illustrated book features the sounds of 16 musical instruments so kids can learn what each band instrument sounds like as they go on a musical adventure with Poppy the dog. Science has never been so much fun! Beautifully illustrated, the picture book approach means the story can be read to the child but can also be enjoyed by children on their own as their reading skills develop.

Next steps at the back of the book encourage further discussion and there's a rhyme for children to join in with and lots to spot. This parable conveys the Christian believe that no matter how lost someone feels, God loves them. A stunning gift edition of the thrilling sequel to the bestselling adventure The Letter for the King. Introduce children to the work of celebrated American poet Walt Whitman! Carefully chosen for kids, 35 illustrated poems are presented and explained by a Whitman expert.

Read never-before-published poetry about the magic, beauty, and promise of sea voyages, compiled by award-winning poet Lee Bennett Hopkins. Hear the best-selling book The Bear and the Piano come to life with this gorgeous gift-edition sound book. The third in a series of irresistibly charming, beautifully illustrated children's classics - the adventures of Detective Nosegoode and his talking dog, Cody.

Full of love, humour and heartbreak, this beautifully crafted YA novella from the multi-award-winning author of Ketchup Clouds and My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece is a compassionate and distinctive tale of modern family life and its issues. Set in 2, BC, this stunning tale from historical specialist Tony Bradman weaves together fact and fiction in gripping adventure covering the coming of the Bronce Age.

The classic novella of the Christmas transformation of Scrooge that has remained in the public imagination for well over a century, now available in an accessible format for all readers. Grab your magnifying glass and seek out history's most notorious pirates in this swashbuckling search-and-find adventure, packed with over things to spot. An atmospheric story about two children who build a snowbear and go for a sledge ride into the woods.

Lift the flaps, layer by layer, to discover everything you ever wanted to know about dinosaurs - and even listen to different fantastic prehistoric noises with the sound chips. Discover a menagerie of animals with this book that brings together 50 best-loved tales from all around the world! A beautiful fable set in sixteenth-century Venice with stunning illustrations from award-winning artist Jane Ray. Travel back in time to lock horns with a triceratops, stalk prey with a T-Rex, and learn to fly with a baby Pteranodon.

With hundreds of things to spot and facts to learn, this is the biggest Atlas adventure yet! A beautifully illustrated picture book looking at the most incredible journeys undertaken by animals around the world. It's the ultimate dream! One day, young Bobby buys his own car with his own money and drives about town like a cool grownup in this stunning road trip of a picture book.

And so are Elf, Reindeer and the toys. A lavishly illustrated introduction to the adventures of Peter Pan, Wendy, and the Lost Boys for young children. The whole world is a laboratory, and with safe and fun experiments and activities, this is the ultimate lab book for kids. Featuring more than animal facts along with more than colour photos, this instalment of the award-winning Get the Scoop series, delves deep into the world of animal blood.

Pairs learning about lesser known colours with vibrant illustrations and the alphabet for a comprehensive, educational, and fun board book for young kids. Full of fun and funny infographics and lessons, this guide to money will explain saving, spending, and other lessons in ways kids will understand. A beautifully illustrated picture book about homes around the world, and what home means to different people. Invention and discovery are part of history, but every new idea is only possible because of the hard-won breakthroughs that came before. Kids will laugh and learn as they take a bilingual lift-a-flap journey with some of their favorite fairy tale characters.

A beautifully told autumn story with lively illustrations that introduces favourite forest animals in a cautionary tale, capturing childhood fears about being lost, and the reassuring warmth of home. Watch the vehicles rev into action in this board book with a difference that uses Venetian paper engineering to make the pictures in the story move. In each of the animal-centred stories, the characters' faces and expressions change thanks to venetian window technology. Join one little pigeon on her mission to spread the word of peace around the world.

Set to the lyrics the iconic song Imagine, this book brings John Lennon's enduring message of peace and tolerance to a new generation. A hilarious, heart-warming story of an ice-skating toad that shows the reader that you never know what you can do unless you try. A brilliantly gothic, diverse, witty and bang up-to-date dark thriller-romance by Queen of Teen Juno Dawson.

The second in a series of irresistibly charming, beautifully illustrated children's classics - the adventures of Detective Nosegoode and his talking dog, Cody. International bestseller Cornelia Funke and rising picture book star Kasia Matyjaszek join forces in this laugh-out-loud swashbuckling adventure that also celebrates girlhood.

How do you know what you are missing if you can't remember having it? A novel of love, loss and finding life. An entertaining story, with fun illustrations, and helpful terms explained at the back, along with further topics to think about. Beautifully illustrated retelling of a classic Russian folk tale, now available in a miniature gift edition. Babies will love joining in the life like sounds as bear blows the trumpet, tiger rocks the guitar, bunny bangs the drum and penguin plays the piano.

The animals are hungry! Cow wants some tasty hay. Sheep would like some delicious clover. Pig would like a crunchy apple. This stunning cloth book celebrates engagement and interaction with the world around us, with simple rhymes and bold, bright illustrations. Get ready for sleep time with familiar objects and animals such as a star, a car, a bunny a bee - before finally saying good night to you and to me.

Look inside the human body with your magic three-colour lens in this anatomy lesson like no other. The follow up to the internationally best-selling Illuminature. Set in a beautiful winter wonderland, follow one child on his journey home through a snowy landscape. Bathalzar is the world's greatest violin-playing polar bear. At least, he used to be the greatest. Now he's the only polar bear left in all the world's circuses.

Kids can learn the essential skills to start their own scientific journey with this fun and engaging title. When kids join Coder Academy, they undertake a series of imaginative and challenging activities that help them to begin to write code in Scratch and HTML. An essential guide for boys to growing up, which covers everything readers have always wanted to know but were afraid to ask. This book brings an original twist to the familiar theme of a child's reluctance to go to sleep at night. The young dragon, Drake, has to prove he's a real dragon by causing some trouble in the local village, but should he?

Help pre-schoolers learn important first concepts and develop key skills with this stylish spotting book. This interactive lift-flap adventure is sure to spark the imaginations of aspiring scientists and engineers everywhere, as you travel back in time to discover the history of transport. Take an illuminating trip into dark waters - where extraordinary and dazzling sea creatures create their own light! Travel far into outer space to see the dazzling planets, nebulae, and galaxies that bring light to the vast and infinite darkness!

This is a hysterical read-aloud picture book that shows children it's okay to pass a little gas. An interactive activity and coloring book featuring plus "impossible" optical illusions to colour along with, and activities that show kids how to create their own optical illusions. A must-play checklist and guidebook for the top video games every kid should experience, including trivia and tips, behind-the-scenes tidbits, and ratings.

From the illustrator of The Story Orchestra: Follow Astronaut Kate, Pirate Pierre, Captain Maria and Sir Percival in four exciting 'code your own' adventures, with easy-to-follow, illustrated step-by-step instructions. Follow Major Kate in this 'code your own' adventure, with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions illustrated in a graphic novel style.

This exciting piratical adventure is brought to life by encouraging the reader to draw central characters, animate plot lines and create games. The book introduces the animals of each biome in the flat spreads, and then tells their stories in the five, multi-layered spreads, which are made up of either two or three flaps. Opens a window on to the lives of animals from different habitats around the world, namely the Amazon rainforest, the North American Rockies, European scrubland, African savanna and the forests of Asia. This uniquely illustrated, quirky biography of Audrey Hepburn is the next instalment of the Little People, Big Dreams series.

Eleven amazing stories that the Vikings told about themselves, packed with warriors and battles, heroes and heroines, Berserkers, monsters and zombies. Daisy's pet Ladybird goes missing, so she visits super-sleuth Basil, the best detective in Plant City. Can he help her find Ladybird?

Discover the life of Emmeline Pankhurst, who fought for women to get the vote. This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts about Emmeline's life at the back. Discover the life of Rosa Parks in this inspiring story of her life. Features a facts and photos section at the back. The second in a trilogy of brilliantly hilarious tales of chivalry and derring-do from the bestselling duo behind The Edge Chronicles. The delightful tale of a wandering good samaritan dog, with heartwarming illustrations by the author.

A touching and compelling tale, brilliantly illustrated in soft and sensitive black and white by the talented Gary Blythe. A hilarious Little Gem from Jeremy Strong, the master of comic writing for children, with character packed illustration from Jamie Smith. An eerily superb story of murder and monstrosity on the streets of Victorian London that has remained in the public imagination for well over a century, spawning numerous adaptations, now available in an accessible format for all readers.

A fun and friendly story for animal-lovers everywhere, filled with Cathy Hopkins' trademark warmth and heart.

The unforgettable characters from Ink and Bone and Paper and Fire unite to save the Great Library of Alexandria from itself in this electrifying adventure in the New York Times bestselling series. A heartwarming tale of one mouse's struggle to go home, with delightful illustrations by the author. Discover some amazing animals and how they adapt to winter with this gorgeously illustrated book that reveals nature's wintertime secrets. From Olive the Owl to Hektor the nectar collector, Paper Birds brings you a gorgeously illustrated cast of 10 feathery friends to press-out, make and play with.

An acclaimed historian provides a thrilling account of the British Navy's unlikely defeat of the world's most feared battleship! It's the most famous amphibious invasion in history; thousands of ships, millions of soldiers and sailors, all clashing on the beaches of Normandy on June 6, Renowned author John Garraty provides a close look at the childhood of Teddy Roosevelt as he transforms from a sickly child to an athlete to one of America's most famous politicians. This incredible history of Amelia Earhart is written especially for young adult readers. It is loaded with full colour illustrations, comprehensive timelines, fascinating sidebars, and info on key figures in Earhart's story.

Perfect for any kid interested in flying, or strong, important women in history! Nearly Allied prisoners of war attempt to break out of a supposedly 'escape-proof' Nazi camp in by secretly creating a foot tunnel. Get up close and personal with these prehistoric beasts - from the small Coelophysis to the terrifying T. This stunning bestiary of twenty fierce and fascinating dragons from around the world also includes a realistic dragon-tooth necklace! Take a creepy and captivating journey into the world of snakes, crocodiles, lizards, and turtles and use their Fang Files to match each replica tooth to its right reptilian mouth!

The nursery rhyme is just the beginning of the silliness, in this story, kittens build contraptions to reach their friend, Twinkle the star. Hand-lettering is easy to dive into, even for new artists, and Hello! Happy Mail is here to take your DIY projects to the next level! Learn all about how our peepers work, the amazing types of eyes that exist in the animal and insect world, and the truth behind living without sight. This book contains 30 'non-fiction minutes' - short, easy-to-read non-fiction essays - based on interesting historical figures written by some of today's award-winning and best-known children's authors.

Inside this book, you'll discover a fold-out jungle play scene, reusable stickers, and press-out, stand-up characters to customise your own roaring jungle! Roar back to a time when dinosaurs roamed the Earth in this page activity book with puzzles, games, a fold-out backdrop, and more for hours of prehistoric fun! From the barnyard of Leanne Lauricella, the rescuer behind the hugely popular Goats of Anarchy , Polly and Her Duck Costume tells the true story of Polly, a blind goat who loves dressing up as a duck.

Turn the page, press a tab and hear the sounds of the building site in this bright, colourful board book for early learners. Press the tabs and hear four different vehicle sounds, then match the sounds with the different vehicles on the final page. The story of Puss in Boots and how he uses his cunning and trickery to win for his lowly master the hand of the princess in marriage.

The story of Little Red Riding Hood and her meeting with the Big, Bad Wolf has been handed down the generations so that today it's one of the most popular tales for young children. This action-packed activity book is crammed full of things to find, amazing scenes to colour, and spot-the difference puzzles.

Featuring a wide range of topics, from dinosaurs to the solar system, and with fun facts to discover throughout, this book is guaranteed to keep children entertained. Explores lots of aspects of the body from a family standpoint rather than a straight non-fiction perspective.

Create your own colourful savanna animal portraits with this new sticker series for animal enthusiasts of all ages. Create your own colourful dinosaur portraits with this new sticker series for animal enthusiasts of all ages. The third book in the Reckless series, The Golden Yarn is a thrilling tale of courage and fear, jealousy and forbidden desire; in which love has the power both to save a life - and to destroy it.

The gorgeous second book from the Waterstones Childrens Book Prize shortlisted author Naomi Howarth teaches that wit and wisdom are more important than size and physical strength, and friendship is what matters most. When an annoying guest comes to stay at Mr Moot's house, his pet, Fluffywuffy, has a snappy solution. This brand new series part of our Natural History Museum programme, gives children 10 reasons why the elephant is amazing, and five ways they can show they love it! A wonderfully warm and wise story about identity, fresh starts and coming face-to-face with yourself, from top notch tween writer Karen McCombie.

A fun and informative guide for budding inventors packed with the tools and tips needed to turn an inspired idea into the next great invention. From the s to the s, long boats filled with fearsome Scandinavian warriors prowled the waters of Europe, launching raids and establishing new colonies. Create your own colourful jungle animal portraits with this new sticker series for animal enthusiasts of all ages.

Create your own colorful ocean animal portraits with this new sticker series for animal enthusiasts of all ages. Exhilarating action meets heart-pounding suspense in this action-packed final instalment of a popular trilogy. A heart-warming and thought-provoking story of family, friendship and foodbanks, from an award-winning author well-known for his gritty realism for teens. The first in a trilogy of brilliantly illustrated tales of chivalry and derring-do from the bestselling duo behind The Edge Chronicles. A poignant, beautifully written novella about growing up and family.

A companion piece to the successful Brock and Pike. A fun, friendly story about a misplaced ghost from the Titanic and a boy who needs help with his history homework. A fun, friendly story about a lost little spaceman and the boy who helps him find his way back home. Breathtaking first instalment of an amazing new trilogy of spine-tingling spooky adventures with a sporty twist, from a master of kids fiction.

A wickedly funny and life-affirming coming-of-age roadtrip story - winner of France's biggest prize for teen and YA fiction. Atmospheric, haunting and spine-chilling, this imagining of a young Henry Jekyll's childhood and his transformation into the infamous Mr Hyde is sure to thrill. Inspired by the amazing true story of Ellen Craft who escaped a life of slavery through a daring disguise and won freedom for herself and her husband. A riotous Little Gem from children's comedy legend Philip Ardagh - his madcap adventure is sure to delight young readers.

Fun abounds in this virtual adventure from a popular author of horror and comedy for children. A new edition now available with additional artwork. A fun, fast-paced story filled with facts about the solar system, and the perfect celebration of grandparents and grandchildren. Discover the poetry of Carl Sandburg in this installment of the Poetry for Kids series. Carefully chosen for kids, 35 poems are presented, illustrated, and explained by an expert.

Little Faces is a board book with a difference. In each of the animal-centred stories, the characters faces and expressions change thanks to Venetian window technology. How Could We Harness a Hurricane? Featuring a cast of warm and loveable characters, this book will have children captivated by a nostalgic world of stamps, letters and underground mail trains. Energy Lab for Kids , created for kids by a teacher, offers challenging experiments and guided discussions along with how-tos, discoveries, and pointers from prize-winning kids.

In Clay Lab for Kids focuses on kid-friendly clays - air-dry, home-made, and polymer - that are safe and easy to use at home or in the classroom; no kiln required. A fun and informative way to prepare your child for the arrival of their new baby brother or sister.

Explore London and all its secrets through fun, child-friendly poems - this gorgeous celebration will be loved by both tourists and those who call the city home. Build a butterfly and uncover the inner workings of the world's most beautiful insect. With a step-by-step 3D model to build, and simple facts to learn.

Build a T-rex and uncover the inner workings of the world's most ferocious dinosaur. With a step-by-step model to build, and simple facts to learn, ideal for young naturalists. Create your own colourful habitats with the Natural History Museum's new colouring in series for young animal enthusiasts. A celebration of our Earth in poems to make children think hard about protecting it for the future. A fun-filled adventure celebrating friendship and the great outdoors, from a Carnegie Medal-winning author.

A brilliantly diverse story of life in multicultural modern Britain, inspired by a true story of a little girl's connection with her Mum. A lovely celebration of father-son bonds and the importance of family, wrapped up in a wonderful extraordinary story that is sure to appeal to young superhero fans! During the Blitz, Bill wishes he had a brother rather than his sister. After the raid, the family find and adopt a badly mutilated boy, his face so heavily bandaged that they can see nothing but his eyes A story about family, loyalty, kindness and bravery, set against an all-too-possible future where climate change has forever changed the way we live.

The prequel to Maresi - a stunning feat of fantasy storytelling in which a group of women join forces to escape their harem and found the Red Abbey. Grandmas have been colouring with their grandkids since the dawn of crayons, but never before has a colouring book been made specifically for this purpose.

This beautiful follow-up to The Story of Life brings to life the story of our universe for younger children. An exploration of sibling love and the challenges of being a younger sibling, from the author of the multi award-winning classic Ways to Live Forever. Discover a world of mystery, history, and lore inside your mouth. Yes, we're talking about teeth!

Quirky tales of derring-do and mystery, from a much-loved author and multi award-winning author. Perfect to thrill and chill. Get an in-depth look at how bird brains work! Featuring remarkable bird behaviors, along with full-colour illustrations throughout, this title is a perfect blend of science and entertainment. Here you will meet the wild group of organisms that can turn ants into zombies and eat trillions of pounds of feces every day!

There are more than 7, human languages, and that number only includes spoken languages! Travel the world to explore the fascinating and cool ways humans and animals communicate. This comprehensive introduction to science features 10 important scientific discoveries and concepts, and charts how they have developed over the centuries. Forty fascinating stories of remarkable animal heroes that rescued people, prevented disasters, and more, told with humorous rhyming text along with fun historical facts and zany illustrations.

A wonderful froggy adventure from award-winning Dick King-Smith combines with stunning artwork from Victor Ambrus to make for an utterly charming Little Gem. Did you know that cereals are the most widely grown crop in the world? Or that dairy products such as milk contain calcium, which keeps your bones healthy? A beautifully illustrated concertina book that takes the reader on a journey underground, all the way down to the core of the Earth and back out the other side.

One side begins with an urban setting; the other side ends with a woodland setting. Welcome to the School of Music, a place bursting with talent, creative energy and special encounters. Let the professors guide you through 40 lessons and learn how to: Composed of 17 recipes based on beloved nursery rhymes, Cook Me a Rhyme combines the magic of storytelling with the fun of cooking for a truly unique nursery rhyme experience.

A stunning graphic novel adaptation of Siobhan Dowd's moving story of prejudice and violence, the uncertainty of lives lived on the fringes of society, and of love in its many forms. Jim and his family have halted by Dundray and the education people have been round mouthing the law. In school the Traveller kids suffer at the hands of teachers and other pupils alike, called 'tinker-stinkers', 'dirty gyps' and worse. Then the punches start.

The only friendly face is Kit, a settled girl who takes Jim under her wing and teaches him to read in the great cathedral chamber of the cave below the town. With Kit and the reading, Jim seems to have found a way to exist in Dundray, but everyday prejudice and a shocking act of violence see his life uprooted once again. A laugh-out-loud take on King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, in the vein of Kaye's ever-popular fairy tale retellings. Wonderfully witty and quirky.

The inspiring, true story of how a remarkable friendship between Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe was born and how they worked together to overcome prejudice and adversity. TV shows can make you laugh, teach you lessons, or show you new worlds. Here's an interactive and comprehensive list of television shows for families to enjoy together. An entertaining and educational illustrated guide to Australia's amazing wildlife and its habitats.

A fun family read, ABC Spanish pairs each letter of the Spanish alphabet with the Spanish word for a popular animal, its English translation, and a beautiful illustration. Full of quirky and hilarious illustrations, each page in this book teaches a new basic grammar concept, including alliteration, similes, and much more, making dry topics into something approachable and fun.

Agatha Christie's inventive imagination made her the queen of mystery, and the best-selling novelist of all time. Marie Curie's love of knowledge led her to make huge discoveries in the fight against cancer, and win the Nobel Prize for Physics. Follow a group of intrepid children through the woods to find out who Clementine really is A beautifully illustrated classic children's adventure story. A gorgeous historical novel inspired by an iconic symbol of Italy, from the grand dame of the genre.

Evocative and full of passion, Tilt is perfect for fans of the romantic era. A spell-binding tale of magic and mysticism for young readers that explores the wonder of nature, from award-winning Berlie Doherty. Under the Sea features 75 stickers for younger children or those with limited dexterity. They are vinyl, reusable, and feature funny fish, silly sharks, wonderful whales, and more. This book features 75 stickers, for younger children or those with limited dexterity. The stickers are vinyl, reusable, and feature trucks, cars, spaceships, and more. Find out what happens next to the poor, wet spider and his insect friends in this classic nursery rhyme retold for today's kids.

We all know 'hey diddle diddle, The cat and the fiddle,' but what happened after the dish ran away with the spoon? Find out in this silly and fun retelling. Wonderful, witty and wise, this classic Quentin Blake tale will warm hearts of young and old alike. Step inside the lives of Busy People. Each story focuses on a different character as they go about their daily work.

Each day holds a new challenge With fast facts, mini missions, and engaging artwork, Vikings in 30 Seconds is an introduction to one of the world's most fascinating cultures. Perfect for those with a creative streak eager to explore the Bible and put their skills to task on recyclable materials in the home. A fun family read with playful, rhyming text, ABC Love pairs each letter of the alphabet with a word that teaches young kids about important concepts like love, acceptance, and affection.

It's time to start thinking about this year's harvest! Includes a page activity book with cool facts, puzzles, and games, plus punch-out characters, reusable stickers, and a fold-out barnyard scene. It's construction season, so let's get building! Includes a page activity book with cool facts, puzzles, and games, plus the punch-out characters, reusable stickers, and a fold-out construction site scene. How many bones do I have in my body? What does my heart do? And why do we breathe?

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