Children’s & Young Adult

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Take a whistle-stop tour through the alphabet from amazing aardvarks, big brown bears and crazy cats to dancing ducks, naughty narwhals and sleeping sloths. With gorgeous illustrations by Sophia Touliatou, simple facts and capital and little letters on every page, this is a lovely book to share with a young child.

Laugh-out-loud wacky adventures in the world's most awesome treehouse! The eighth instalment in this hilarious and highly illustrated series will appeal to fans of Captain Underpants and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.

SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2019 UKLA BOOK AWARDAfter the fall, Humpty Dumpty is a broken egg. Life is tough: he's so afraid of heights, he can't even bear to climb onto his bed, or reach his favourite cereal on the top shelf at the supermarket.

Cloze tests are passages where some words are wholly or partially removed. The candidate is asked to complete the passage so that it makes sense and is grammatically correct. Helps strengthen vocabulary and improve understanding of the meaning of words in context. Ideal for CEM exams.

National Trust: Nature Origami is an engaging book published in 2018 by Nosy Crow Ltd. This book truly captures the essence of nature through the art of origami. The author has masterfully guided the readers through the process of creating exquisite origami models inspired by the natural world. It's a unique blend of art and nature, making it a delightful read for those interested in both. The genre of the book is hard to pin down as it beautifully merges art, nature, and instructional guidance. The publisher, Nosy Crow Ltd, is known for their commitment to creating books that spark curiosity and imagination, and this book is no exception. Written in English, National Trust: Nature Origami is a treasure trove for origami enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Enter the Grishaverse with Book One of the Shadow and Bone Trilogy by the number one New York Times-bestselling author of Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom. Perfect for fans of Laini Taylor and Sarah J. Maas.

"Quarrelling erupted. The faeries bickered amongst themselves. The magpies and squirrels tossed spiteful comments at each other across the clearing. The mushrooms started to wilt in the nasty atmosphere created by the squabbling. And the Smashbasher crept closer, gobbling up the forest, chomping the old ones, crushing and crunching its way toward The Linney."Will the forest creatures find a way to save their homes? Can they put their squabbles aside and come up with a plan to stop the Smashbasher? You can find out by sitting down somewhere comfortable and reading this book. Heartwood is a full colour, illustrated first chapter book for children aged between 7 and 9 years old. A magical story set in an ancient forest, Heartwood is a beautiful introduction to reading independently. The book provides a useful stimulus for teachers and schools as part of a curriculum on environmental issues. Heartwood also explores conflict resolution, creating together and resilience.

Prepare to enter twelve magical mythological worlds! Meet gods, heroes, villains and fantastical beasts from Greece to Egypt, and Japan to Native North America. With brilliantly imagined 'maps' of each mythological world, plus a wealth of stories, facts, detail and humour, Myth Atlas is a captivating gift book for children and adults alike.

Welcome to the Enchanted Pony Academy, where glittery ponies learn how to use their magic! Daisy is thrilled to be attending the Enchanted Pony Academy. But she's nervous, too. Daisy has no idea what her magical power might be and her hooves don't give off glitter like everyone else's. Will Daisy ever find her magical gift?

Understanding the humble pebble makes a trip to the beach, lake-side or river bank simply that little bit more fascinating. A handy illustrated guide to identifying pebbles is included on the reverse of this book jacket

Spirou and Fantasio, explorers of time, embark on their newest adventure!

Told with heart and humour, The Boy at the Back of the Class is a child's perspective on the refugee crisis, highlighting the importance of friendship and kindness in a world that doesn't always make sense.

How are you feeling today? This lively and engaging exploration of emotions helps young children learn to answer this important question. Topics covered include learning to describe feelings, how your feelings can change, and being kind to yourself. There are helpful notes for grown-ups at the back too and links to websites for more advice.

Highly anticipated sequel to the Blue Peter Book Award winner. The Emporium has been stolen. Will it ever reappear? Return to a magical world where imagination is power and anything is possible.

Grab your magnifying glass and explore the sights and sounds of ancient Egypt in this fascinating search-and-find adventure, packed with over 200 things to spot.

A pop-up book adaptation of the classic children's story and seminal ballet.

Learn all about the traditions of Diwali with this third book in the delightful board book series Celebrate the World, which highlights special occasions and holidays across the globe.Each autumn we gather with our friends and family and light our brightest lanterns. It’s time for Diwali, the festival of lights! In this lovely board book with illustrations from Archana Sreenivasan, readers learn that the five days of Diwali are a time to pray for a bountiful season, celebrate the special bonds between siblings, and rejoice in the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

A devotional written especially for children 4-8 from the #1 international bestseller The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren, The Purpose Driven Life 100 Illustrated Devotions for Children will help young readers understand God's amazing plan for them both now and for eternity.

A magical adventure to delight the imagination. A curl-up-on-the-sofa snuggle of a debut from a uniquely talented author.

A stunning treasury of favourite bedtime stories from Enid Blyton, lavishly illustrated in full-colour throughout. A perfect gift.

From the delicate Blackthorn Fairy to the haunting Snowdrop Fairy and festive Christmas Tree fairy, this title offers a celebration of the beauty of winter.

Meet the world's most amazing animals in this illustrated book with press-out die-cut pages which turns into a wildlife work of art.

Solve the mystery with the Secret Seven - everyone's favourite detective club!

A second mystery for thirteen-year-old Agatha Oddly - a bold, determined heroine, and the star of this stylish new detective series.