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A cozy, heartfelt picture book about the search to find just the right books to gift loved ones on Christmas Eve―based on a real Icelandic tradition.The northern lights dance, snow blankets the ground, it’s the Christmas season―so the Book Flood begins!People plan and they dream, and they visit the shops for books to give loved ones, and families, and friends. And when Christmas Eve comes, they’ll share magical stories, curl up by the fire, and read, read, read, read . . .This lovely and lyrical picture book, based on a real Icelandic tradition, brings all the sparkle and anticipation of Christmas―and the joys of reading―to the page.

A new Christmas classic from a magical pairing: Dame Emma Thompson and Axel Scheffler, author of The Gruffalo.The story of Jim: a very lucky, very special, very grubby dog, who lives, improbably, in the Victoria and Albert Museum.Emma Thompson magically weaves the real-life tale of Jim - beloved dog of Sir Henry Cole who created the first Christmas card - with a fantastically warm and heartfelt Christmas romp, brilliantly illustrated by bestselling illustrator, Axel Scheffler.A Christmas book to treasure, and an adventure filled with high emotion, guilt, redemption, unexpected presents and a life-changing brush with royalty.

The HILARIOUS new novel and the year's most perfect festive gift - from million-copy bestselling author David BaddielIt used to be the most WONDERFUL time of the year, but for years Christmas has been taken over by Winterzone.All the things that made Christmas special are gone: the human connection, the baubles passed down through generations, even the rubbish cracker jokes.Instead, Christmas is run by robots, while 3D holograms of Santa Claus called Santavatars check if you've been naughty or nice - and on Christmas Eve, all of the presents are delivered by ZoneDrones instead of Santa's reindeer!But when they stumble on a curious clue, eleven-year-old Etta and her friend Monty find themselves thrown into a fight to bring back Christmas. Racing against time and against the might of Winterzone, they must find the real Santa - before the true meaning of the festive season is lost forever . .

Enjoy a family Christmas singalong with Baroness Floella Benjamin, including favourites such as 'We Wish you a Merry Christmas', 'Jingle Bells' and 'Ding Dong Merrily on High'!This stunning gift book features 15 familiar Christmas songs to enjoy and has sturdy tabs, making it easy to find your favourite. You can also learn about Floella's own Christmas memories and traditions, and join her in some festive fun with every song.Vibrantly illustrated by award-winning illustrator Lydia Monks, best known for the What the Ladybird Heard series of books, and with an accompanying CD of songs all sung by BBC Play School star and national treasure Floella herself, this is the perfect Christmas gift for young children.The songs are also available as a separate audio download.15 songs are01-We Wish You a Merry Christmas02-Silent Night03-O Little Town of Bethlehem04-Jingle Bells05-Ding Dong Merrily on High06-The Holly and the Ivy07-Star Light, Star Bright08-We Three Kings09-Away in a Manger10-Good K

Introducing a Christmas triple threat—one part classic fairy tale; one part inspired by Mariah's childhood; one part unforgettable and inspirational holiday story—promising a certified hit with lasting power.There was one time unlike any other,when everyone pitched in and helped one another . . .CHRISTMAS TIME!Mariah Carey, lovingly and aptly known as the Queen of Christmas, has brought forth a unique, heartwarming, and modern fairy tale with The Christmas Princess, starring Little Mariah! Like her historic, globally adored song “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” this story is an instant and inclusive family holiday classic. While firmly placed in the tradition of Christmas storytelling, The Christmas Princess is infused with her one-of-a-kind festive Mariah magic and musicality.Little Mariah doesn’t have much and doesn’t want a lot, but there is just one thing she longs for: a peaceful and joyous holiday season. Feeling outcast and alone, Little Mariah sets off on a wintry, wondrous j

In this Christmas story starring the crayons from The Day The Crayons Quit, Green Crayon is certain that he is the only Christmas color in the box. Of course, Red, White, Silver and even Tan have some

'Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse . . .The scene is set for a magical Christmas Eve and one of the best-loved Christmas stories of all time. Clement C. Moore first read this timeless poem to his young children on Christmas Eve in 1822. It was published anonymously in a New York newspaper the following year and quickly spread around the world, becoming a cherished Christmas tradition for many families.This beautiful picture book edition brings together the classic verse with enchanting illustrations by Robert Ingpen that perfectly capture the magic of Christmas for young and old alike.

An adorable Christmas picture book about friendship from a storyteller loved by many generations.As Christmas approaches, most of the toys in the toyshop are excited to be going to new homes. But Bunny, the littlest one, is worried. He can’t imagine life outside the shop or without his best friend, the sailor doll. When Bunny is selected as a present to be given away at a Boxing Day party, he hopes desperately to go to kind children. Luckily, a happy surprise is in store for him!A perfect story for sharing the Christmas spirit with the youngest children, beautifully illustrated with charming colour pictures throughout.

“A warm, golden picture book about treasuring joyful feelings and the people closest to you.”– The GuardianThis stunning, magical Christmas tale, from the author of the hugely popular Last Stop on the Reindeer Express, celebrates the joy of giving and the importance of love and family at Christmas. Christmas for Benji has lost its magic. This year his family can’t afford a tree, or even a turkey. But then he stumbles upon the most extraordinary department store, where polar bears talk and the presents are out of this world. But maybe the real magic of Christmas is waiting for him at home . . . Children will love discovering the true meaning of Christmas with this delightful seasonal story. The Christmas Department Store is the perfect Christmas gift for fans of Julia Donaldson and Victoria Sandøy’s The Christmas Pine, Dr Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas and Chris Van Allsburg’s The Polar Express.

"All I want for Christmas is for everyone to read this book." A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief"A gorgeous, heartwarming story full of hope, humour and love. The perfect gift for Christmas." Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear When Oscar and Molly rush outside to investigate a crash in the night, they're not expecting to find a dazed Angel Gabriel wandering around their grandparents' back garden.And they're certainly not expecting to find themselves in a race to save Christmas. But if they don't track down a missing shepherd, wise man, donkey and the actual Mary and Joseph, who've all crash-landed in Chipping Bottom, not only will Christmas cease to exist, but they will too. Operation Nativity is on.Featuring fun festive activities to try with your family! Praise for Jenny Pearson:WINNER OF THE LAUGH OUT LOUD BOOK AWARDSHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA BOOK AWARD, WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD and the BRANFORD BOASE AWARD. "Breaks records for funny and touching storyt

From Tim Warnes, the bestselling illustrator of I Love You to the Moon and Back, The Great Cheese Robbery and Dangerous, comes this fabulously festive celebration of love, friends and family at Christmas. Featuring adorable bear characters and wintery illustrations, this is the perfect gift for little ones and a special book to read together in the run up to Christmas. "I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Christmas! All the happiness, laughter, friends old and new.The sleigh bells and reindeer, and Santa Claus too. But the thing that I love more than Christmas is-""You!"Little Bear LOVES Christmas. So do Mummy Bear and Daddy Bear.It's so magical. It's so heartwarming. It's so wonderful! Could there be anything in the world that they all love more?This board book version of I Love You More Than Christmas is specially made for little hands.Perfect for fans of The Christmas Department Store, Is it Christmas Yet? and I Love You More and More.

Discover what Peter loves about Christmas with this festive lift-the-flap board book!It's Christmas and Peter has lots to do at this time of year. Follow him and all his friends as they make this an extra-special time of year. This lift-the-flap Christmas board book is a great way to introduce little readers to the world of Peter Rabbit and celebrate this magical time of year.Featuring a festive pop-up surprise for all little rabbits to enjoy!Look out for more Christmas adventures with Peter:Peter Rabbit The Christmas Present HuntPeter Rabbit Christmas Sticker FunPeter Rabbit Christmas is Coming

Perfect for reading at Christmas time with the ones that you love, this is a book that families will return to year after year. It captures the magic and joy of Christmas through timeless rhyming words and dazzling illustrations.

Wanting to show her grandma a snowy American Christmas, Tessa mails a card with only a drawing of Christmas fairies and the words Ouma (that means Grandma) and Cape Town, South Africa. The letter carrier who finds it knows that it can’t go to Cape Town, so he puts it in his pocket. With no name, no street, and no stamps, how is Ouma ever going to get Tessa’s letter?Follow the magical journey of a child’s Christmas card traveling 10,000 miles across the world, from the hand of one stranger spreading cheer to another, all the way to Ouma. Is it kindness or Christmas magic? With gorgeous illustrations, hidden fairies on every page, and a heartwarming message of caring and connection, Christmas Fairies for Ouma shares Christmas joy and celebrates the love between a grandparent and grandchild.

A fun and festive Christmas fairy-tale adventure.It’s Christmas Eve and Father Christmas has fallen asleep at the Three Bears’ cottage but NOTHING will wake him. It’s up to Baby Bear and the Fairy-Tale Rescue Rangers to deliver the last presents so EVERY child gets a gift. But how will they cross the Roaring Rushing River, navigate the Deepest Darkest Wood and get past the Most Monstrous Mountain . . . all before the children wake up on Christmas morning?The perfect picture book to share with children from 3+ at Christmas!

A fun and festive Christmas fairy-tale adventure.It’s Christmas Eve and Father Christmas has fallen asleep at the Three Bears’ cottage but NOTHING will wake him. It’s up to Baby Bear and the Fairy-Tale Rescue Rangers to deliver the last presents so EVERY child gets a gift. But how will they cross the Roaring Rushing River, navigate the Deepest Darkest Wood and get past the Most Monstrous Mountain . . . all before the children wake up on Christmas morning?The perfect picture book to share with children from 3+ at Christmas!

Bursting with Christmas magic, discover the heart-warming true story of a little owl who's discovered living in the world's most famous Christmas tree. When Little Owl’s home is cut down by people saying it will make a beautiful Christmas tree, she’s not sure she wants anything to do with Christmas, whatever that is. But when she wakes up, she finds that her tree has been transported to the Big City! Far from home, she's soon to find out the true meaning of Christmas.Inspired by the real life story of the little owl who found her way to New York in the famous Christmas tree outside the Rockefeller Center and who featured in Marvel's hit series Hawkeye on Disney+. Co-written by Ellen Kalish, caretaker of the real owl, The Christmas Owl is a charming story of friendship, compassion, and the true meaning of this special time of year.

The Big Christmas Bake is a funny, lively romp through the twelve days of Christmas, taking the elements of the popular carol, and weaving them cleverly into the ingredients for a Twelfth Night Cake. Starting with the partridge and its gift of dried fruit, this rhyming story includes all of the familiar characters from the song as they all contribute to the baking of the magnificent Twelfth Night cake. A trio of french hens bring baking powderSix geese bring eggs, and lots of feathers tooTen lords help carry the cake into the oven ready to bakeAt the end of the story, there is a recipe included to bake your own cake at home, giving this book the potential to be a favorite Christmas story as well as a resource to be used every year in introducing a twelfth-night cake tradition to a family. Characterfully illustrated by Pippa Curnick The Big Christmas Bake is a beautiful, lyrical, and gently humourous Christmas story for the whole family to enjoy.

A group of animal friends discovers the true meaning of Christmas as they help a swallow in need.Squirrel, Mouse, and Hare are getting ready for Christmas. While Mouse is out looking for the perfect gift for Hare, she finds Swallow sick in the snow. The three friends bring Swallow home and try to nurse the bird back to health. Squirrel and Mouse realize their Christmas gifts will help Swallow get well. As they give up their presents to help Swallow, they find the Christmas spirit.

It’s the night before Christmas … but something is definitely stirring in this beautifully illustrated story of a fantastical holiday miracle!Neigh, baa, oink,cluckety cluck, and moo!Merry Barnyard Christmasfrom all of us to you.It’s Christmas Eve at the farm, and all the barnyard animals are taking turns sneaking out of the barn. At the old pine tree, they make an animal ladder. But why? The delightful answer to that question makes this an instant classic that parents and children alike will love reading during the holidays and all year round. Featuring an amazing vertical spread of all the animals teetering next to a giant pine tree, simple counting fun, and delightful rhyming text, Barnyard Christmas will warm readers’ hearts as they giggle all the way!

Every elf, reindeer, and snowman can countdown to Christmas with STICKER COUNTDOWN!Countdown the days to the jolliest day of the year with Sticker Countdown: Christmas. Each day leading up to December 25th, open a different window and pop out a secret, cheery sticker to place inside the tri-fold Santa’s workshop. Then explore every charming room―the vibrant toy factory, the cozy hearth, the grand tree entryway, and more! Stand it up to make it the BEST sticker advent calendar you've ever seen.Designed to fit on a mantel, table, or bookshelf, this Christmas book also becomes holiday decor!

A ludicrously hilarious holiday picture book from the author and illustrator who brought you The Great Big Poop Party, that follows Santa Claus as he reluctantly accepts that Christmas could use a little poop.It's December, and you know what that means: Christmas is nigh! But this year, the North Pole is in for a surprise. Never in the history of this most joyous of holidays has poop been so popular . . . and children from all over have poop-ified their wish lists.When news reaches Santa Claus, the venerable saint of the season, he declares Christmas has officially gone down the toilet! Luckily, Mrs. Claus and the rest of the North Pole haven't lost their humor. And with a bit of convincing—and a strategically placed whoopie cushion—they believe Santa can be convinced that Christmas is not only a time for peace, joy, and love, but also for laughter.A Very Merry Poop Christmas is the pitch-perfect potty-humor-filled followup to the successful The Great Big Poop Party, just in time for t

Packed with activities to help children practise their pen control, the brightly illustrated pages are full of dots to join, mazes to solve, differences to spot and seashore things to trace over, find and count. The chunky pen is comfortable for little hands to hold and the ink wipes off easily so children can enjoy the activities time after time.

101 EFL Activities for Teaching University Students is filled with a variety of language learning activities that can be used throughout the semester. While designed with university teachers in mind, teachers of other subjects (and levels) will also find these activities useful in their classrooms.The activities in this book relate to three major themes: the context of the university environment (students learn by talking about their lives as university students), group dynamics – the stages of a group (the stages all students go through during a semester), and active learning (learning through actively using the course material, instead of listening to a professor deliver a lecture).The book is structured around the three main time periods of the semester: the beginning, the mid-period and the end. Activities in the first chapter are ideal for the first few weeks of class. The aims of these activities include learning names, learning about the teacher, learning about other students, a

With unicorn-themed mazes to solve, dots to join, differences to spot, objects to count and dotted pictures and numbers to trace over, little children will have great fun completing the activities while practising the vital pen-control skills they need to be ready for writing. The wipe-clean pen can easily be rubbed off the shiny pages so children can do the activities again and again.

CNN news anchor Poppy Harlow has crafted a Christmas classic with lots of heart! Luca loves BIG things. BIG trucks. BIG buildings. BIG bowls of pasta. But what he wants most is the biggest Christmas tree of all. With Christmas approaching, Luca goes in search of a special tree. But he soon finds out that what matters most is having a BIG heart. CNN news anchor Poppy Harlow has crafted a timeless Christmas story brimming with good cheer and Ramona Kaulitzki brings the festive holiday season to life. The Biggest Little Boy reassures all young readers that they are special, just the way they are.

Based on the original stories by Michael Bond, a funny, festive Paddington adventure with real mail to open and enjoy! This funny interactive picture book follows Paddington as he does his best to help the Brown family get ready for a very special Christmas. Open the five envelopes inside and find an Advent calendar, Paddington’s home-made Christmas card to Aunt Lucy, a bear-shaped Christmas tree decoration . .. and more! Paddington is looking forward to Christmas, and from making cards to writing to Santa there is certainly a lot to keep him busy! Stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children all over the world for more than sixty-five years.

Welcome back to Virgin River with the books that inspired the hit Netflix series...Last Christmas Marcie Sullivan said a final goodbye to her husband, Bobby. This Christmas she wants to find the man w

Explore like a scientist with this illustrated camping guide for kids ages 8 to 12 Camping is the perfect time to learn about the world around you. Adventure through nature like a real scientist with Camping Anatomy Activities for Kids. It's full of super-fun activities and lessons that show you how to build a working campsite, stay safe on the trail, and much more! You'll learn new camping skills and keep track of everything you discover as you become an outdoor lover for life. Go beyond other camping books for kids and: Experience the wilderness--20 unique lessons teach you how to ask questions about the natural world, imagine solutions to potential problems, and test ideas to prepare for a successful camping trip.Try awesome activities--Get your campsite up and running with activities like pitching a tent, reading the stars, and drawing a map.Start a camping journal--Use your own blank journal to answer writing prompts that help you record your ideas and observations.Become an exper

Counting down to Christmas has never been so magical. Open the cover of this captivating collectible to reveal a stunning pop-up Christmas Tree standing above 25 compartments filled with removable and

'An unlikely hero has a master storyteller to tell his tale. The King and the Christmas Tree is a poignant Christmas treat.' Lucy Worsley, historian, broadcaster and authorEvery December, a huge Chri

An endearing rhyming story full of laughs, this wholesome tale is set to become a Christmas classic. Father Christmas is old, tired and has creaky knees. He needs a break - and who better to replace him than little monster, who can't wait to stretch his wings, see the world and do some good? There's just one problem ...everyone's scared of him!Can Monster Christmas persuade the world to see past his appearance to the kindness within?This new Christmas collaboration between Giles Andreae, author of bestselling classic Giraffes Can't Dance, and expert character-crafting illustrator Nikki Dyson is a fun festive story with important themes of friendship, kindness, and acceptance.

'A Christmas book about kindness and cheer to make even Scrooge's heart melt' Dame Jacqueline Wilson Funny festive middle grade about the world's most Christmassy family from the founder of Authorfy, perfect for 8+ readers and fans of Matt Haig, Ben Miller, Sibeal Pounder's Tinsel, and the Nativity! films Wish it could be Christmas every day? Well, for nine-year-old Holly Carroll and her family, it is! Living her merriest life in a house with year-round fairy lights and Christmas trees, a carol-singing toilet and a diva donkey who thinks he's a reindeer, home-schooled Holly tries to spread cheer wherever she goes. But when she goes to a new school with a singing Santa backpack and first day Christmas cards (during a heatwave in September!), she realises not everyone shares her enthusiasm for spreading cheer. In fact, when the neighbours try to remove the Carrolls from the street and Holly discovers a group of children that may not get a Christmas at all, her snowglobe world begins to c

Say HELLO to Nibbles, he's ready for some fun Jolly, holly jingles - the Christmas countdown has begun!

A first fun and festive lift-the-flap tale, from Lily Murray and Julia Woolf, Mr Badger's Christmas Wish is the perfect gift for little ones to enjoy this Christmas. With Christmas Day approaching, the woodland animals are merry with festive cheer. There's singing and sledging and everyone's excited.All except for Mr Badger. He has just one wish . .. for Christmas to be banned! Can the animals help Mr Badger find his Christmas spirit before Santa Bear arrives?An ideal Christmas present for toddlers, this big-hearted rhyming story tells how one little fox cub helps a rather grumpy badger to fall in love with Christmas. Packed full of non-stop fun, with flaps to lift and presents to spot, it's sure to delight and keep little ones busy.

What will children do when a sluggish Slothy Claus doesn't make it to their home in time for Christmas morning? This charming story helps kids learn that Christmas is about more than just presents under the tree.Slothy Claus has lots of presents for good boys and girls this year, but how is this notoriously lethargic animal supposed to travel all around the world in just one night? You guessed it Slothy takes his sweet time, and when kids wake up to empty stockings and bare trees, it feels like Christmas is ruined How will they ever find happiness without their chocolates and toys?Slothy Claus is equal parts humorous and heartwarming. Children ages 4 to 8 will: Learn that the joy of Christmas doesn't come from material things but from the love between family and friends.Enjoy the delightfully funny one-of-a-kind artwork.Love the classic rhyme that will fill your own family's Christmas with love, laughter, and a spirit of giving.Slothy Claus concludes with a summer scene complete with f

A magical picture book for Christmas, written in perfect, heartfelt rhyme by Julia Donaldson, bestselling creator of Zog and Superworm. Deep in a snowy wood stands a little pine tree with a special destiny: when it grows up, it's going to be the famous Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square! This is the perfect picture book to snuggle up with and share at Christmas. Gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations whisk you from frozen forests to the sparkling city square in a beautiful, moving story of festivity and hope.This gorgeously illustrated hardback book has a gold-foiled dust jacket, making it the perfect Christmas gift for young children Julia Donaldson's perfect rhyme is a joy to read aloud - this is a classic to treasure for generations Victoria Sandoy's exquisite, atmospheric illustrations are full of gorgeous details to point out and share A paragraph on the final page of the book explains the true story behind the tree The Christmas Pine is based on a true story. It celebrates a special

A little too much Christmas cheer...Kerry's family goes completely berserk with Christmas every year. Starting the day after Thanksgiving, her home becomes a whirlwind of lights, music, and elves, elves, elves!Sometimes it gets a little overwhelming.This year, Kerry is desperate for some peace and quiet. Heading outdoors, she realizes a lot of her neighbors are having a Christmas too big. But not Mrs. Flores. She's having a much quieter Christmas, complete with decorations and music from the country where she used to live. It sparks an idea: maybe there's a way for Kerry to create her own Christmas traditions.But will anyone in her crazy Christmas house understand? Join Kerry as she finds her voice in this delightful holiday tale.

Let It Snow meets Dash and Lily’s Book of Dares in this new small town Christmas romance.When Finley Brown returned to her hometown of Christmas, Oklahoma, from boarding school, she expected to find i

The Toys’ Christmas is a sweet and snuggly story about Santa making sure each child has the right gift, with a little help from their toys!This cozy, cuddly Christmas story tells how Santa makes sure