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Picture book story which offers a gentle introduction to the concept of reducing the use of plastic for young children, perfect for supporting PSHE learningCroc Says No to Plastic offers a gentle introduction to the concept of reducing the use of plastic for young children.In this humorous story, Croc shows her love for plastic. She loves drinks and snacks that come packaged in plastic, and she isn't very careful about throwing the plastic away after she has used it. Can she learn to reuse and recycle plastic better?This charming book is the perfect way to introduce young children to the concept of reducing the use of plastic. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand the concept.The Nature Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of promoting concepts of environmental issues, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the

This bright, bold rhyming story from the creator of Hugless Douglas is a wonderfully funny introduction to numbers and counting for the very young and great to read aloud.Count from one to ten with th

This bright, bold, rhyming story from the creator of Hugless Douglas is a wonderfully funny introduction to colors for the very young and great to read aloud.Small children will fall in love with Splo

A simple introduction to life processes told through sequence and change. Carefully constructed text checked by professional consultants. Teachers notes and activities.

A simple introduction to life processes told through sequence and change. Carefully constructed text checked by professional consultants. Teachers notes and activities.

A high-interest, highly visual introduction to key military machines.

A colourful, big picture introduction to some of the world's most fascinating animals.

An exciting introduction to the world of contemporary art for young creatives from the makers of hit podcast Talk Art, actor Russell Tovey and gallerist Robert Diament.Do you love art and want to know more but don't know where to start? Introducing Art School (in a book), a virtual gallery where you can see the most exciting contemporary artists of today, as well as some of the greatest from the twentieth century, including Henri Matisse, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Frida Kahlo.And who are the visionaries, the icons, the ones to watch now? With works by Marina Abramović, Tracey Emin, Rachel Whiteread and David Hockney, study the art of 20 key artists working today, find out what inspires them, how they work and the meaning behind their art.With Russell and Robert as your guides you will also discover the artist within you, with tips on new ways of seeing and reacting to the world around you and guidance on how you can develop your own creativity.

Picture book story which offers a gentle introduction to the concept of reducing food waste for young children, perfect for supporting PSHE learningLeopard Doesn't Waste Food offers a gentle introduction to the concept of not wasting food for young children.In this humorous story, Leopard often throws away food. He sometimes takes too much, or he doesn't store it carefully and then doesn't want to eat it. But after a day on the farm and Wolf's party, he wants to make a change!This charming book is the perfect way to introduce young children to the concept of food waste. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand the concept.The Nature Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of promoting concepts of environmental issues, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for us

An adorable board book edition of this stunning undersea tale filled with friendship, community and discovery from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside. Under glittering waves of a vast ocean blue, a beautiful world is hidden from view. And there, in the cool and the quiet of the deep, a great, gentle giant was stirring from sleep .. . Humphrey the whale is on a quest: to find the one perfect object that will make him feel complete.He roams far and wide, gathering endless undersea treasure as he goes. Yet, no matter how many goodies he accumulates, Humphrey still doesn't feel content. Could it be friendship, not possessions, that will really make Humphrey's heart sing?A sparkling rhyming tale that encourages sharing and kindness, this heartwarming story of friendship is perfect for reading aloud.

Panda Feels Jealous offers a gentle introduction to the concept of jealousy, and being pleased with what you have, for young children. This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to feelings of jealousy. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children understand their behaviour.Panda often feels jealous. She is jealous of her brother and sister, and of things others can do that she can't. But when her jealousy makes her unkind, and her friends say they don't want to play with her, Panda is upset.Can she overcome her jealousy and start to feel happier?The Behaviour Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing emotions, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children u

A bite-sized, chunky board book edition of Apple Pie ABC. A mouth-watering introduction to the alphabet. This traditional verse is retold with wit, filled with charm and illustrated with tremendous st

Number One for Fiendish Fun! Join Horrid Henry in another bumper book of mischief.Horrid Henry loves to hate school, and he and his classmates are always getting up to mischief. Discover six of the best and funniest stories about Henry''s school days, including a run-in with a new teacher, some very creative writing and of course the dreaded case of nits . . .An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure, with six illustrated stories plus a joke and activity section - the perfect gift for Horrid Henry fans everywhere, and ideal entertainment for school holidays and journeys.This collection contains the following stories:- Horrid Henry''s New Teacher- Horrid Henry: Nits Nits Nits!- Horrid Henry: Underpants Panic- Horrid Henry''s Newspaper- Horrid Henry: Waking the Dead- Horrid Henry''s Autobiography

Join the kids of the Science Club and discover electricity through a combination of adventure, activity and experiment in this fun, story-based seriesJoin the kids of the Science Club and discover electricity through a combination of adventure, activity and experiment in this fun, story-based series for kids aged 5 and upThe Science Club follows a group of science-mad kids who meet at a club where they learn about science through their own experiences and discoveries. For example, at one club someone brings in a fossil, leading to an investigation into the rock cycle, dinosaurs and fossil formation. At another, a storm inspires the children to learn about lightning and other forms of electricity. Each story features sweet, humorous illustrations and includes simple experiments for readers to try for themselves.The Science Club kids are having fun at a concert in the park. It's a great introduction to their latest project - sound! The kids discover how we hear, go on a sound safari and

SHORTLISTED FOR THE BLUE PETER BOOK AWARDS 2019-BEST BOOK WITH FACTSSHORTLISTED FOR THE ROYAL SOCIETY YOUNG PEOPLE'S BOOK PRIZE 2019.LONGLISTED FOR THE UKLA BOOK AWARDS 2020Did you know that without the 'lead' in your pencil, there would be no life on Earth? Just about everything in the universe is made from only 92 elements-and from aluminum to zinc, many of them are hiding in your very own home!Packed with Lauren Humphrey's quirky illustrations and written by the multi-talented Mike Barfield, this unique introduction to the elements in the periodic table will excite all young readers as they help Sherlock Ohms solve the mystery of how absolutely everything came to exist!Starting with the Big Bang, The Element in the Room looks at every element in close detail and includes fun comic-strips to tell the stories of key scientific discoveries throughout history.

Number One for Fiendish Fun! Join Horrid Henry in another bumper book of mischief. Perfect for holiday reading and the ideal gift, CHRISTMAS CHAOS contains six of the best Christmas-themed Horrid Henry stories, plus a bonus activity section packed with games and puzzles.Number One for Fiendish Fun! Join Horrid Henry in another bumper book of Christmas mischief.Henry LOVES Christmas, but chaos is never far away when he's around. Here are six of the best and funniest stories about Christmas presents, food, parties and more!An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure, with six illustrated stories plus a joke and activity section - the perfect gift for Horrid Henry fans everywhere.This collection contains the following stories:- Horrid Henry's Christmas- Horrid Henry's Christmas Play- Horrid Henry's Christmas Presents- Horrid Henry's Ambush- Horrid Henry's Christmas Lunch- Horrid Henry's Thank You Letter

Find out what life was like for families in wartime Britain in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book.What was life like for families in wartime Britain? Take a walk down a street in Liverpool to find out.Explore family life during World War Two, from rationing to air raids, bomb shelters to evacuees. This beautifully illustrated book gives insight into the daily experiences of adults and children on the Home Front.Thoughtfully interspersed with spreads on the key moments of the war and information about them, such as what caused the outbreak and what happened on VE Day.

What wonders are soaring far above your head? Come on a journey to meet the creatures who live high in the treetops, the birds that ride the wind, the people who have braved the highest mountain summits, and the stories we tell to explain the night-time's dazzling stars. There is a whole world in the sky, waiting to be discovered... Selected by the CBCA on the list of Notable Books for 2024 in the Eve Pownall Award category, High is an illustrated non-fiction book that explores the natural world above us and the efforts humans have made to venture high above the Earth, from early flying machines to modern skyscrapers.Linking seemingly diverse subject matter, it invites the reader to explore the wonder of the universe.

The first book in the million copy selling Gallagher Girls series set at an elite boarding school for spies. Perfect for fans of XO, Kitty. A lot of teenage girls feel invisible sometimes.I'm luckier than most because, at my school, that's considered cool. Gallagher Academy might claim to be a school for geniuses, but it's really a school for spies. Cammie Morgan is fluent in fourteen languages and capable of killing a man in seven different ways (three of which involve a piece of uncooked spaghetti).But she's about to embark on her most dangerous mission yet: falling in love.

The second book in the million copy selling Gallagher Girls series set at an elite boarding school for spies. Perfect for fans of XO, Kitty. A Gallagher Girl's real grades don't come in pass or fail - they're measured in life or death.This semester at Gallagher Academy, Cammie is through with lying and sneaking around. At least, outside of classes. But when she's blamed for a security breach, Cammie might have to do a little sneaking to clear her name, starting with the mysterious group of guests staying at the school - code name: Blackthorne.

The third book in the million copy selling Gallagher Girls series set at an elite boarding school for spies. Perfect for fans of XO, Kitty. Here's the thing about covert operations: they never, ever let you stop to put on comfortable shoes.A spy-in-training at Gallagher Academy, Cammie Morgan has a cover for every occasion. But when she's forced to blow hers to save her best friend from being kidnapped, Cammie and her friends are determined to hunt down the sinister organisation threatening to tear their secret sisterhood apart. Because this time it's personal.

The sixth and final book in the million copy selling Gallagher Girls series set at an elite boarding school for spies. Perfect for fans of XO, Kitty. What is a Gallagher Girl? She's a genius, a scientist, a heroine, a spy .. . a Gallagher Girl is whatever she wants to be.Cammie Morgan is about to take on her final and most dangerous mission at Gallagher Academy. Armed with the truth about why she's being hunted by an ancient criminal organisation, Carrie and her friends must track down its elusive members to save their sisterhood - and the world. But will they survive to see graduation?

*NEW YORK TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR**HEARTSTOPPER: FASTEST EVER SELLING GRAPHIC NOVEL*Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. The final installment in the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens in between.*NEW YORK TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR**FASTEST EVER SELLING GRAPHIC NOVEL**Read it before you see it: Heartstopper Forever movie coming soon from Netflix*Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. The final installment in the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens in between.Everyone in school knows Nick and Charlie. Everyone knows they're going to be together forever.But Charlie's busy with his bid to become head boy. And while Nick is preparing to leave for uni, he's starting to wonder who he'll be . . . without Charlie.Contains discussions around mental health and eating disorders, underage drinking, and sexual references.'The queer

Embark on a thrilling rescue mission with the Octonauts in Meerkat Rescue, an official storybook based on the Kalahari Copycat episode of Octonauts: Above and Beyond. When the Octonauts journey to the sun-baked Kalahari Desert, they discover a mob of meerkats in trouble. It''s up to the team to work together to help their new furry friends. Packed with adventure, teamwork, and animal facts, this story brings the wonders of the natural world to life. Perfect for children aged 3 to 6, this beautifully illustrated book encourages curiosity about wildlife and a love of helping others. Whether it''s storytime or playtime, Meerkat Rescue is the perfect choice for little explorers and fans of the Octonauts.Featuring fan-favourite characters Captain Barnacles, Peso and Kwazii in exciting new locations and vehicles, including the Terra-Gup 4 and Octo-Ray. Includes fun and informative fact pages about the interesting creatures and locations from the story.

Enter the fantastically Wundrous world of Nevermoor - perfect for all adventurous young readers. Morrigan Crow has a dangerous choice to make in the fourth of this bestselling, award-winning series ... Praise for Nevermoor: 'Exciting, mysterious, marvellous and magical ...quite simply one of the best children's books I've read in years' Robin Stevens, author of Murder Most Unladylike. In the magical city of Nevermoor, long-buried secrets are coming to light, and Morrigan Crow's life is about to turn upside down. When Morrigan is invited into Nevermoor's wealthy Silver District, she discovers a world of extravagance and a family mystery she's eager to unravel.She could never imagine where it will lead: a white wedding, a golden dragon and a red pool of blood. Embroiled in suspicion and danger, Morrigan leaps head first into a murder investigation, while also grappling with her ever-growing Wundersmith powers. And although her friends are there to help, she fears that could change if the

Come with me if you dare, and take the Which Way to Anywhere...Hold on tight for book 3 in an out-of-this-world new series from former Waterstones Children's Laureate and No.1 bestselling author ofHow to Train Your Dragon.From the bestselling author of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON comes book 3 in an out-of-this-world new series packed with epic adventure, thrilling space travel and forbidden Magic.Planet Earth, in case you do not know it, is a small, green little world, out on the end of a remote and rarely visited Milky Way.All Magic wassupposedto have disappeared from this particular planet many centuries earlier.But in an ordinary, slightly damp part of the planet there are five human children with extraordinary Magical Gifts that the universe has never seen before. Only two of them don't know it yet.What will Mabel and Izzabird's Gifts be? And how will they navigate Bounty Hunters, a witch and three perilous tasks to reach the end of their story? After all, there's nothing like an adve

A funny and reassuring story about the importance of listening and being a good friend. From the author of the bestselling The Lion Inside and the illustrator of Ten Minutes to Bed. Now in a chunky board book edition.Little Chattysaurus LOVES to chitter chatter. He wants to tell EVERYONE how to build a den, how to play hide-and-seek AND his thoughts on having picnics. There is a LOT to say. But when going on adventures into the woods, there is often a lot to listen to as well - and some of it is VERY helpful! The perfect picture book to help children learn the benefits of listening. For every Chattysaurus - large or small.Check out the other books in the DinoFeelings series:The WorrysaurusThe HugasaurusThe StompysaurusThe Wobblysaurus

本書主角是一顆——馬鈴薯？沒錯，Kid Potato 是個再普通不過的小孩，只是他剛好是一顆馬鈴薯！本書收錄五則短篇漫畫故事，節奏明快、笑點密集，從外星人入侵、機器人馬桶，到和邪惡勢力一起吃起司，情節荒謬又爆笑，頁頁插圖，閱讀無壓力。故事篇幅短小，非常適合剛建立閱讀自信的孩子、視覺型讀者，或是喜歡《Dog Man》與《Captain Underpants》風格的讀者。誇張搞怪中帶著友情與冒險元素，讓孩子一讀就停不下來。書末還附有趣味迷宮與創作活動，讓閱讀延伸成創意遊戲。這是一本會讓孩子讀完立刻再讀一次的爆笑漫畫讀本！🥔🤪💥🥔🤪💥 Meet Kid Potato! 🥔🤪💥🥔🤪💥He’s a totally regular kid . . .except he’s a potato.Join him and his friends in FIVE spud-tacularly funny, bite-size and utterly pointless adventures, perfect for fans of Dav Pilkey and Jamie Smart!Bursting with illustrations on every page, this series is ideal for visual kids, newly confident and reluctant readers, or kids (and adults) who love to LOL.Expect:👽 Alien invasions🚽 Robot toilets🧛 Eating cheese with the forces of evil🎳 Epic bowling battles🤯 Vanishing pets🎉 Awesome friendships??A snot maze AND a Draw Your Own activity in the back.Don’t believe this is the most HILARIOUS book ever? Check out these sMASHing reviews from ACTUAL kid readers and their parents:“Loved this book

Everyone has to go to the loo. POOEMS are poems that go there too! A hilariously pongy illustrated poetry collection from the author of the bestselling and award-winning Oi Frog!When gorillas are full of bananasThey don''t just go to the loo.They swing from their nest,They beat on their chest,And they go for a POO-OOO-OOOOOO!!!But what colour are mermaid poos? How many bottoms do aliens have? Do poos float in space? And what does a ghost say when it''s sitting on your toilet?Find out in this rollicking rhyming show-plopper of a picture book, packed full of potty-humour poems and revoltingly funny pictures from award-winning creators Kes Gray (Oi Frog!) and David Tazzyman (You Can''t Take an Elephant on the Bus). Perfect for reading aloud and guaranteed to get children giggling!

Ghost Boys, the New York Times bestselling novel about a Black boy killed by a white police officer from award-winning author Jewell Parker Rhodes, is brought to a new audience in this heartbreaking and powerful graphic novel with striking colour artwork by Setor Fiadzigbey.ALIVE Twelve-year-old Jerome doesn''t get into trouble. He goes to school. He does his homework. He takes care of his little sister.Then Jerome is shot by a police officer who mistakes his toy gun for a real threat. DEAD As a ghost, watching his family trying to cope with his death, Jerome begins to notice other ghost boys. Each boy has a story and they all have something in common... Bit by bit, Jerome begins to understand what really happened - not just to him, but to all of the ghost boys. A poignant and gripping graphic novel about how children and families face the complexities of race and racism in today''s world.

Discover all the fascinating things there are to know about mushrooms with this perfect book for autumn and fungi enthusiasts.The world is a treasure trove of fungi. There are over 1.5 million known fungus species on our planet; we use them for food and medicine, they can be found in every ecosystem and on all continents, and they're even more closely related to animals than plants. They can also be as deadly as they are beautiful.Unearth the scientific, cultural and fantastical properties of mushrooms, and explore the world of mushrooms beyond what's in a kitchen, from a ballerina waxcap and barbie pagodas to a snowy disco and stinkhorns.This book celebrates their beauty, complexity and significance, and gives an insight into this fascinating kingdom of fungi.

Grab your magnifying glass and join the After School Detectives Club to puzzle your way through fifty mind-boggling mysteries in this official children's book inspired by the stories of Agatha Christie.With fifty mystery puzzles for budding detectives!From a crisis on a cruise ship to a country house poisoning and a treacherous train journey, there's something perilously exciting for every budding detective to solve!* Created in collaboration with the official Agatha Christie estate* Bringing the thrilling and mysterious world of Agatha Christie to a new generation of puzzle-solving, code-cracking detectives​* For children aged 8 and up

Join the kids of the Science Club and discover electricity through a combination of adventure, activity and experiment in this fun, story-based seriesJoin the kids of the Science Club and discover electricity through a combination of adventure, activity and experiment in this fun, story-based series for kids aged 5 and up.The Science Club's pet hamster, Einstein, is a bit restless in his cage, so Mrs Khan suggests that the Science Club start investigating animal and plant habitats. They discover the huge range of different habitats around the world, from the school pond to the vast Amazon rainforest, and find out how animals adapt to live in particular places. At the end of the project, the Science Club use what they have learned to make Einstein's cage even better.The Science Club follows a group of science-mad kids who meet at a club where they learn about science through their own experiences and discoveries. For example, at one club someone brings in a fossil, leading to an investi

Uncover the mysteries of biomes in this fun, lighthearted geography seriesA fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask!Do yeti crabs live up mountains? How does a leaf know it's autumn? And are there really plants that eat POO?!Find out the answers to all these questions and much more in A Question of Geography: Biomes!With an engaging question and answer format, these books draw kids into geography in a fun way. Each book features one question per spread with a clear explanation to follow, maps, photos and fun and humorous illustrations. The quirky questions are designed to range from those that children will often ask to things they may never have thought of, but will still be keen to know the answer to.Perfect reading for curious young geographers aged 8 and up.Titles in the series:A Question of Geography: What Makes Land Wobble? and other questions about earthquakesA Question of Geography: Do Tigers Live in the Taiga? and other questions a

Uncover the mysteries of natural resources in this fun, lighthearted geography seriesA fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask!Does money really grow on trees? How can you fit a T-rex in your petrol tank? And just WHERE do monkeys hang out in hot tubs? Find out the answers to all these questions and much more in A Question of Geography: Natural Resources!With an engaging question and answer format, these books draw kids into geography in a fun way. Each book features one question per spread with a clear explanation to follow, maps, photos and fun and humorous illustrations. The quirky questions are designed to range from those that children will often ask to things they may never have thought of, but will still be keen to know the answer to.Perfect reading for curious young geographers aged 8 and up.Contents:What are natural resources? / Is that a T. rex in your tank? / Where is the world's largest medicine cabinet? / Where can you see monk

Grab your cat ears and join Gabby, Pandy Paws and their cat-tastic friends for fun adventures in Gabby's Dollhouse! These are the official books, based on the top-ranking Netflix pre-school show and bestselling toy range.Grab your cat ears and join Gabby, Pandy Paws and their cat-tastic friends for loads of festive fun in Gabby's Dollhouse!It's Christmas Eve and Gabby and Pandy Paws are so excited when a dollhouse delivery leads them to board the mermaid kitties' cruise ship for an a-meow-zing Christmas adventure!But when Santa Kitty's sleigh breaks down and he loses a load of gifts, it's up to Gabby, Pandy and the MerCats to find the presents and figure out how to help Santa Kitty deliver them all before Christmas morning!

From the bestselling author of HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON comes the concluding story in an out-of-this-world new trilogy packed with epic adventure, thrilling space travel and forbidden Magic. Planet Earth, in case you do not know it, is a small, green little world, out on the end of a remote and rarely visited Milky Way. All Magic was supposed to have disappeared from this particular planet many centuries earlier.But in an ordinary, slightly damp part of the planet there are five human children with extraordinary Magical Gifts that the universe has never seen before. Only two of them don't know it yet. What will Mabel and Izzabird's Gifts be? And how will they navigate Bounty Hunters, a witch and three perilous tasks to reach the end of their story? After all, there's nothing like an adventure to find out whether you are a Hero or not .. . WARNING: Contains Dangerous Space Travel and Very Illegal Magic

A hilarious and sparkly romp filled with all kinds of funny, festive unicorns! Count and sing along as the group of unicorns grows and GROWS over the twelve days of Christmas.On the first day of Christmas, my grandma gave to me . . .an elficorn under the tree!Count and sing along as the 'blessing' of sparkly unicorns gets bigger and BIGGER in the countdown to Christmas!From one baby elficorn to seven cosycorns crafting, ten particorns playing and beyond . . .A unicorn-filled twist on the beloved 'Twelve Days of Christmas' carol, this hilarious festive picture book is the perfect Christmas Advent gift for all the Elficorns out there!