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Meet some of our planet’s most important animals and discover the remarkable ways they are helping save our planet.Learn about 12 keystone species around the world from elephants to wolves, honeybees to beavers. Keystone species are animals or plants that play a crucial role in different habitats and have a huge effect on the environment around them. Entire ecosystems can depend on a single species, and they act as a glue that holds the ecosystem together. The book will introduce readers to keystone animals across all the five major biomes (aquatic, grassland, forest, desert, and tundra) with facts about wildlife, habitats, and modern conservation practices to protect these species.

Gale has tried everything to master his anxious self, and when the happy-go-lucky Aiden stirs a little chaos into his life, Gale has to decide if stepping out of his comfort zone is really worth it. Gale's trying to master his anxiety, and he's hoping the latest wonder-cure "Simply Pear" can help. Not turning up to his art classes and feeling like everyone is a lot cooler and more in control than he is, he chugs his Simply Pear products and takes advice from its demanding app. Oh, it's definitely not working. His plan is thrown into chaos by the bubbly Aiden, who needs a buddy to help him get a job. Can this colourful and heartfelt romp through shoddy part-time jobs help Gale out of his anxious bubble? There's only one way to find out.

A stunningly illustrated middle-grade story of kindness, determination, a night sky salesman and a young girl named Umbertiska Lupp."Child [...] turns out to be a superb storyteller, with her beautifully imagined fantasy landscape brought to life in lyrical prose..." - The Telegraph For a very long time, the world was black and white... Last Island is struggling. Colour has not reached them, their Notte is making mistake after mistake and now an Automated Night Sky salesman has come to town. It's time for Umbertiska Lupp, a young islander with pockets full of cake, to take matters into her own hands and embark on an adventure to bring unity and colour to Last Island. This beautiful gold-foiled hardback is filled with breathtaking illustrations that transition from black and white to colour, complete with a matching gold ribbon marker. This is the perfect gift for any intrepid young reader.

Learn all about the life cycle of a chicken in this illustrated non-fiction for early readersWith colourful, engaging illustration and simple explanations, this is a fun and informative introduction to the life cycles of chickens. This book will take the reader on a journey from the hatching of a tiny chick, learning about how it grows, eats and the habitat it lives in. With two levels of text, this series is easy to follow for early readers and gives additional context for curious independent readers.

When two kids visit Grandma's house for their usual visit, they can't help but think she's stuffy and no fun at all. Even the dinner she makes is predictable. But when Grandma goes missing and wild animals start popping up around the house, they realise she has a secret...A gorgeously illustrated picture book about not judging people based on appearances, and how families can work together to help save the planet, author/illustrator Martin Stanev's debut book will make a beautiful, and fun, addition to any child's bookshelf.

Professor Astro Cat's latest adventure leads young readers through the wonders of space travel. Easy-to-understand facts and beautiful illustrations introduce rockets, astronauts, satellites and the s

Third in the Juniper Mae series, this exciting sci-fi techno-adventure is perfect for independent readers.Juniper Mae's about to face her toughest challenge yet — and she's going to find out just how far evil will go to discover her technological secrets! Safe at home, Juniper Mae, Albie, and BOT-L have no idea that the sinister President Onyx is about to turn their lives upside down in his quest for Juniper's powerful technology. Can the tiny inventor and her even tinier friends team up with an unlikely ally to break into Tykotech Tower itself, and save Juniper's family from danger?

A space adventure comic for younger readers that you read, then flip and finish upside down (in anti-gravity)... Cosmo and his team are ready to test his new jetpack, but when it explodes, sending Cosmo into space with no hope of communicating with his companions, he's about to embark on the biggest adventure yet! Meeting aliens, destroyers, magicians, sewer mutants, and a friendly, slightly egg-like creature - countless whacky encounters await our brave space hero! A brilliant introduction to comics for younger readers that you read one way, then flip over and read upside down.

This heart-warming picture book, celebrates the transformative power of friendship and finding your voice.When Magnus goes to live with his grandparents, Grandma surprises him with a special gift — a cuddly toy named Cub. As Cub magically comes alive they explore the wonders of Magnus’s new home. And as Magnus’s courage grows, he finds his hidden voice and comfort in the love of his family.

A spooky, ghost-filled and hilarious adventure awaits when you dive into the mysterious world of Mason Mooney! Join Paranormal Investigator Mason Mooney as he tackles ghosts, witches and grumpy teenag

If you love cute baby animals, come spend the day in the Australian outback with this adorable and bouncy kangaroo joey. From Ella Bailey's acclaimed series of beautiful and educational picture books

The year is 1927, and in America, England and Russia, three young girls share the dream of becoming pilots. Against the odds, these ambitious young trailblazers follow their hearts, enrolling in pilot

A heartwarming read-aloud picture book celebrating the daily joys of a growing child, Today is the perfect gift for any new parent.From baby to toddler, Today tenderly celebrates the daily joys and milestones a parent or guardian observes in their growing child. With its universal themes, this charming picture book stylishly captures the warmth, wonder and delightful moments of watching a young one navigate their world with curiosity and love.

Join fearless little Georgia in debunking the spookiest of ghoulish and ghostly activities!One cool day in late October, Georgia noticed something weird. Objects would move around the house and sometimes they even disappeared. Now, some people may have wondered (especially at this time of year), if this was the work of something spooky? But not clever Georgia here! She has all the explanations and not a single fear!

From the haunting Viking longships, to Native American log canoes, and onwards to Chinese Dragon Boats and pirate ships, to modern racing sailboats, Boats helps to tell the story of humankind in this

Bundle up and get ready to spend the long winter with the charming creatures in Carles Porta's enchanting Hidden Valley.It's winter now in the hidden valley, and Maximus Cold has fallen into the valle

When a polar bear arrives unexpectedly in the woods, the other animals fear and avoid him, suspecting him to be dangerous - and his odd habit of collecting leaves only adds to their distrust. Then one

Owen Davey returns with another guide to animals, this time digging into the wonderous world of frogs! Cool illustrations and fun facts give you all a kid could want to know, and more about frogs!Owen

Join Hilda, Twig and friends to find out what it takes to be a brave and brilliant Sparrow Scout in this very-nearly official (with a few little additions from Hilda) guide. Learn how to collect scout

Did you know that there are over 4,000 known species of frog? Some are bigger than your dinner plate, while others are small enough to sit on your fingernail, and in between is about every colour and

It's time for the ultimate showdown, and this time Cactus Kid is up against some serious bad guys--will he be able to triumph and continue on his quest to become the coolest, most powerful wizard of all time? Cactus Kid is back and ready to meet the next wizard on his solo hero journey. This time, it's Big Boulder, master of earth magic--but when Cactus Kid stumbles across the Rodeo at the Muck Mines, he's pushed into the most epic battle of his life. Facing down big bad spiders, giant rock creatures, and pesky posers who think they own the joint, can Cactus Kid train with Big Boulder in time to show 'em all who's boss?

Did your dad used to be cool? Wondering what happened to his rock band playing, skateboarding days? This funny and relatable story shows children how their parents are still cool after all, even if it’s not in quite the same way!Now for the first time in paperbook, parents and children will both enjoy engaging with this book, presented in Negley’s unique style where words are minimal and the emotive illustrations really carry the story along.“Negley is carving out a niche exploring 21st-century masculinity issues for little dudes, in sincere and graphically sophisticated picture books that design-conscious parents will be happy to keep around the house.” —The New York Times

This celebratory 10-year anniversary edition brings the Nightlights graphic novel series to a stunning end with all three stories in one volume.Follow Sandy as she falls into technicolour wonderlands beyond your wildest dreams, meeting wise turtles, tiny flower people and sinister spirits along the way. This trilogy of jaw-droppingly beautiful comics by Lorena Alvarez features the first two books in the Nightlights series (Nightlights and Hicotea), plus one brand-new story (Sune), and bonus material from the artist.

When Nyla has to leave her home in the countryside to start life again in the city, all she can think about is everything she misses from before. So when a comet comes crashing through the city streets and starts to glow and grow, Nyla can’t resist a chance to head somewhere that feels closer to what she had before … but what starts as an escape could be just the thing to make her finally feel at home. From the award-winning Joe Todd-Stanton, comes an exquisite and heartfelt picture book touching on the bewildering experience of moving house.This beautiful story explores how this can affect a child's sense of belonging, but also how it can open them up to new and wonderful experiences.

Get ready to learn everything you never knew about plants and then some! Now in paperback, this illustrated compendium celebrates the plants you didn't even know you used, from your toothpaste to your car tires to the name of your great-great-aunt. This comprehensive overview also contains great plant projects you and your friends can try at home!

Third in the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize award-winning series... A middle-grade graphic novel fantasy adventure filled with dark magic, druids, delicious desserts and dragons by award-winning author Carlos Sánchez!With Dai missing, Chiri is desperately rallying her fellow adventurers on a quest to find him. But with the darkness creating a fearsome army of creatures and planning on total domination of the kingdom, finding her best friend is starting to feel impossible. With another dark herald hunting Chiri down, it’s going to take every drop of magic she can summon to protect the friends she has left – and find the one she’s lost.

Immerse yourself in the second instalment of the STEMville series: The Fast Lane.The annual Big Race has arrived in STEMville!Gather around the track to watch the town’s contestants compete to become this year’s champion. Frankie Thunderfoot comes from a family of confident trophy winners, while Wilbur Hardshell’s race team are slow, steady and mathematical in their approach. When Frankie’s need for speed causes her to crash, Wilbur must decide whether he should forfeit his position to help her or secure first place for himself. Learn all about how race cars are built and how they work, from acceleration to g-force and quick-fire pit stops.

Take a peek into the cultural phenomenon that is Drag, in this lusciously illustrated guide to the history of the phenomenon, from ancient theatre to the queens of RuPaul’s Drag Race.Lights. Glamour. Action!The history of drag has been formed by many intersections: fashion, theatre, sexuality and politics – all coming together to create the show stopping entertainment millions witness today. In this lusciously illustrated guide, journalist Jake Hall delves deep into the ancient beginnings of drag, to the present day and beyond. Vibrant illustrations enhance the rich history from Kabuki theatre to Shakespeare, the revolutionary Stonewall riots to the thriving New York ballroom scene. The book also comes with fascinating glimpses into the future of drag with insights from personalities including The Vixen, Crystal Rasmussen, Sweatmother and Don One.From Paris Is Burning to Pose and from Lady Bunny to Victoria Sin, nothing will go untouched in this must-have documentation of all things dr

A funny picture book about a boy and the secret life of his pet cat, Stella.How well do you really know your pets? Milo is convinced that his cat pet Stella is an imposter! Is Stella just trying some new things or is she a completely different cat altogether? A humorous story of the bond between a young boy and his pet.

This picture book is a quirky, funny cautionary tale about how the grass (or swamp) is not always greener elsewhere! See you later alligator... Gary the alligator grows tired of his small, soggy swamp and decides a nearby human house would be far more comfortable and luxurious. How wrong he turns out to be! This charmingly illustrated picture book is darkly detailed with a humorous ending.

Big and Little are the very best of friends. They do everything together! That is until one day, when Big suddenly hides away inside his shell ...Little tries every method to get Big to come out and play again he bakes him his favorite cake, he even asks all of his friends for help but nothing seems to be working! What could possibly be wrong?

A beautiful picture book for young children about love, friendship and how the things you love make you feel.'Befittingly for a book about how love can make us braver and stronger, Hoang Giang’s illustrations glow magnificently: her sunset-coloured depiction of Earnest surrounded by his favourite things, from blueberries to the perfect tree, is one of the most gorgeous picture book spreads I’ve seen all year.' - The Observer A beautiful picture book for young children about love, friendship and how the things you love make you feel. Who has a heart big enough to hold a lion? Earnest is a bear with a big heart. He keeps all his favourite things inside his heart. When Earnest's heart is full, he feels as though he can do anything! But is his heart big enough to hold a lion? If we make room in our hearts for love, it leaves us feeling better and braver with bigger hearts than ever, even if love has to leave. * Louise Grieg is a Waterstones Children's Book Prize shortlisted author. * Hoa

搬至新家，遠離熟悉事物的Nyla瘋狂想念著以前的一切，當一顆彗星劃過天際，神奇的事發生了…它會把Nyla帶回她想去的地方嗎？抑或是讓她在異地找到家的感覺呢？When Nyla has to leave her home in the countryside to start life again in the city, all she can think about is everything she misses from before. So when a comet comes crashing through the city streets and starts to glow and grow, Nyla can't resist a chance to head somewhere that feels closer to what she had before . but what starts as an escape could be just the thing to make her finally feel at home.From the award-winning Joe Todd-Stanton, comes an exquisite and heartfelt picture book touching on the bewildering experience of moving house. This beautiful story explores how this can affect a child's sense of belonging, but also how it can open them up to new and wonderful experiences.

Farah loves mangos! She could eat them all day long and she wouldn’t mind living in one either. Every summer when she visits her Grandpa they always pick the ripe fruit from his mango tree. This year, however, the tree is empty! Farah puts her mind to it and decides she will make the tree grow fruit.But perhaps Farah will learn there is more to a mango tree than just the fruit it bears?

A charming, beautifully illustrated picture book that explores personal space, boundaries and sharing in a story that's relatable to everyone. A little rabbit is trying to read his book in peace, but there's so much going on around him! He doesn't want to play, he doesn't want anyone to get too close and he doesn't want to be bothered. Maybe he needs some space just for himself... But what happens when he starts to feel lonely?

A non-fiction human body detective series about the microscopic crime-solving team in all of our bodies, packed full of easily digestible facts!Join a team of quirky characters that live in the human body as they investigate the clues behind mystery symptoms to find each culprit to illnesses and ailments. The Diagnosis Detective Agency work out what’s wrong inside their human body by investigating symptoms and inspecting suspects, before revealing the culprits causing tummy trouble.

A brilliant, colourful and funny counting picture book with one very opinionated ant at the centre...Just how many animals can fit in this book? Ant will tell you loud and clear: the answer is ONE. But will Ant mind if other animals join the pages, too? Two lions? Four zebras? How about eight penguins? A humorous picture book that cleverly shows that there is enough room for everyone – while acknowledging that, sometimes, we may need our own space.

A humorous story about a child’s endless imagination.Felix loves to play in the garden, but he’s always avoided the stinky compost bin – he is sure there’s a monster lurking in there! Determined to take back his garden, Felix musters up some courage and approaches the smelly heap. But instead of a monster, Felix finds… an egg! What could be waiting to hatch?Felix and his grumpy cat Gary discover that sometimes things that seem scary aren’t what they appear to be…

Welcome to Carles Porta's beautifully imagined world, where tiny onion-headed ballerinas dance among multicolored autumn leaves, and new friends are found in the strangest ways.It's Fall in the hidden

Hidden deep in the mountains, a kingdom of dragons once thrived. Dragon song echoed across the peaks and priceless treasures were guarded in lairs. But what happened to this kingdom? Dragonsightings a