Flash Harriet , the famous girl detective, is on the trail of a crime... and it has led her to the shores of Loch Ness. Find out what happens in this comic detective story.
Antislavery campaigner, author, diplomat and political statesmen, Frederick Douglass was one of the greatest men of his age. A former slave himself, Frederick fought publicly against slavery and was a
Inspired by three traditional African tales, follow the crafty spider Anansi, and find out how his greed and cunning don't always get him what he wants.
What is a black hole? Where do they come from? What do they do? Find out the answers to all of these questions and what other things scientists have discovered about space exploration, gravity and muc
Sharks, whales, huge waves, and months and months at sea - these are just a few of the things that James Adair and his friend Ben had to battle against when they decided to row unsupported across the
Robbie and Jenna have a problem - Tiddles, the class hamster, has eaten their teacher! As the two friends stumble upon more overgrown and threatening school animals, they start to discover that all is
Everything about Mr Big is big. And ordinary pens just won't do; every time he tries to write, Mr Big's ordinary sized pens break. So Mr Big drives to the shop in his big car to buy a big pen. But siz
"What do monsters eat for breakfast? Dreaded Wheat!" is just one joke from this extended collection of monster jokes that are arranged by theme. Some jokes will be familiar to children and some will m
'It was bedtime and Arthur was still awake. "I don't want to go to sleep," he said. Where could he go to find a place where NO ONE went to sleep?' Arthur returns in another stunning title, written and
An account of three true life stories of survival, where people have to act quickly against unexpected disasters. Maps and pictures engage us in the drama of a sailor lost at sea, a man ejecting from
Brother Aelred has remarkably smelly feet. To spare the other monks' noses, he is given the job of tending to the pigs. However, when Viking raiders arrive to attack, loot and pillage the Brothers' mo
In this information book, detailed photographs, illustrations and vivid descriptions are used to introduce readers to some of the tiniest and weirdest monsters in the natural world. Information is org
Penguin is lonely - he can't find his friends. Follow him on his journey across Antarctica as he searches for them in this lovely story, written and illustrated by award-winning illustrated Petr Horac
Mr Cat's carrying a big bag. His friends, Mrs Bear, Mr Fox, Mrs Duck and Mr Mouse are all very interested to find out what he has inside, but Mr Cat will only give them one answer: "Wait and see!" Thi
Clementine the crocodile is known for always being happy and having a big smile, but one day she gets toothache and can't smile anymore. Can she overcome her fear of the dentist and regain her smile?
Fred was bored. He didn't like going to the shopping centre with his mum and his little sister. But then by mistake he took the lift to the 99th floor and found an alien who needed his help.
Tomorrow is Linnie's birthday, and all she wants is to see the bore: a tidal wave about to crash down the estuary. But there's a problem on the farm and (to her sister's delight) mum says she can't go
Flash Harriet, together with Gus, her pet tarantula, is back and on the trail of a new crime. Huge footprints have smashed up the local vegetable garden. Is it something to do with Marmaduke Mildew an
Every winner of an Olympic event has had to work hard to get to the top, but some have to work even harder to succeed. Find out which athletes have overcome racial inequality, illness and disabilities
In 1850 in Scotland, a great storm washed away tonnes of soil to reveal the remains of a village that existed 4,000 years before. Discover what was found at the lost village of Skara Brae and what lif
Using the influence of Rudyard Kipling's Poem "If", award-winning author Mij Kelly explores the challenges of living in a world filled with monstrous people, and how important it is to keep smiling re
One hundred years ago, Captain Scott, naval officer and explorer wanted to be the first person to reach the South Pole. Was he the first to reach it? Discover what happened to him and his men when the
Julia Donaldson tells the tale of the misfortunate characters Bonny and Sandy, who are forever arguing. One day a little man comes to stay, and it looks as though their luck has changed.
Scrooge was not a kind man. One Christmas Eve he was visited by three ghosts, who took him on a journey from the past, through the present and in to the future. Was it too late for him to change his w
This non-fiction book takes you on a journey into the jungle and looks at the people, animals and wildlife that live there, including parrots, monkeys and big cats.
This photographic non-fiction book explores the sea and looks at what kinds of plants and creatures live there - including fish, jellyfish, seaweed and seals!
Where do people live? This photographic non-fiction book looks at the variety of places that can be called home from houses and apartments to caravans and boats!
This photographic non-fiction book gives children simple instructions for how to build their own tent in the garden using a sheet, a rope and some rocks.
Inspired by the tale of the Princess and the Pea, well-known children's author Vivian French tells the story of Princess Sue who seeks a prince using a royal parsnip test!
Who lives in the Arctic? This photographic information book by Sean Callery explores the Arctic and looks at how the animals and people that inhabit this frozen landscape survive there.
Using simple explanations and vibrant photographs, this engaging information book by Greg Cook looks at the process of making mats in India and goes on to show different mats from around the world.
Written by the poet laureate, Carol Ann Duffy, this quirky poem will get children thinking about what it is they really want, from pop star friends and pet camels to homes in treetops or even teapots!
Collins Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 4-11 edited by Cliff Moon. Top children's authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that your children will love to read,
Collins Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 4-11 edited by Cliff Moon. Top children's authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that your children will love to read,
Collins Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 4-11 edited by Cliff Moon. Top children's authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that your children will love to read,
Collins Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 4-11 edited by Cliff Moon. Top children's authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that your children will love to read,
Collins Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 4-11 edited by Cliff Moon. Top children's authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that your children will love to read,
