Books published by Scholastic

In the Autumn of 1931, Freya leaves her family in Cornwall to follow her dream of becoming an actress. She joins a theatrical company and, amidst all the enchantment and bustle of stage life, falls in love with the handsome leading man. Neither being an actress nor having a love affair lives up to Freya's grand expectations.

I Was There. is a perfect introduction for younger readers into stories from the past, allowing children to imagine that they were really there.

Do you like ketchup on your Christmas tree? Or a Santa hat on your Christmas pud? Discover all these bonkers combinations and more in KETCHUP ON YOUR REINDEER?, the fabulous festive follow-up to Nick Sharratt's classic bestseller, KETCHUP ON YOUR CORNFLAKES? Flip the colourful split pages, and find out just how crazy Christmas can be!

Windrush Child, a captivating book penned by the renowned author Benjamin Zephaniah, takes the reader on an unforgettable journey. Published by Scholastic in 2020, this remarkable piece of literature belongs to a genre that transcends boundaries, making it a must-read for any avid reader. Zephaniah, with his unique storytelling style, immerses the reader in a world that's both fascinating and thought-provoking. The book, despite being published recently, has already made a significant impact in the literary world, thanks to Scholastic's wide reach. Dive into the world of Windrush Child and experience the magic of Zephaniah's writing. This book is a testament to his literary prowess and is sure to leave a lasting impression. Don't miss out on this masterpiece!

Every time a Victory Road sports team competes, they lose - somehow the opposition always knows their strategy. Arthur and Grace can spot a dodgy situation when they see one, and quickly they decide there's a mole leaking information to rival schools. But who is the mole and what are they set to gain from their sneaky behaviour?

Enter the mysterious Direspire Hall and meet a menagerie of magical animals and a brave, bold girl determined to set them free.

To help teachers plan and prepare for three new statutory subjects (Relationships Education, Relationships and Sex Educations, and Health Education) in English schools from September 2020, Scholastic has published an updated version of their bestselling National Curriculum in England for Key Stages 1 and 2.

HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS is filled with all the festive facts every HORRIBLE HISTORIES reader wanted to know, but were too stuffed full of mince pies to ask! The complete horrible history of Christmas tells tales from the dark days when the Puritans tried to abolish Christmas.

A tale of unlikely animal friendship from Amy Timberlake and award-winning Jon Klassen. An unforgettable 'Wallace and Gromit' meets 'Winnie-the-Pooh' odd couple. But Skunk is Badger's new roommate, and there's nothing Badger can do about it. Sometimes opposites are destined to be best friends.

Soar into space with the Smeds and the Smoos in this fantastic new activity book based on the bestselling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Packed with colouring-in, dot-to-dots, puzzles, spot the difference, mazes, simple word searches, there's plenty to keep children busy for hours.

When a little boy finds a poo in his family loo, he starts imagining who might have left it there. Was it a dragon? A unicorn? A dinosaur?! With every idea more exciting than the next, he can't wait to find the culprit. But who could it be?

Everything Ireland - a celebration of the Irish people, their rich culture and fascinating history.

When something falls from the sky and bops Chicken Little on the head, he looks high and low to figure out what it was. He even asks the sky if it's falling - after all, you can never be too sure. But when the other chickens worry that the sky really IS falling, the coup quickly turns into CHAOS. How is Chicken Little going to fix this mess?!

Deep in the garden, one very tiny girl is about to go on a huge adventure. Step inside Min's magical miniature world, and discover that you're never too small to be mighty! Melissa Castrillon's first picture book as author/illustrator is an exquisitely illustrated adventure with a bold, empowering message.

Anna Fang is a spy. An aviatrix. An escaped slave. But no one knows the whole story of Anna Fang - until now. Ian McQue's stunning illustrations bring the city-eat-city world of Mortal Engines alive in these three original stories about the brave, bold, rebellious Anna Fang.

Pull the tabs and lift the flaps - who will be your favourite Moo-Cow? Will it be the Glitter-Glue-Cow, the Kangaroo-Cow or maybe even the Tattoo-Cow? There's a Moo-Cow for everyone in this fantastically colourful sequel to the hugely popular OCTOPUS SOCKTOPUS (PB ISBN 9781407107318) and ELEPHANT WELLYPHANT (PB ISBN 9780439944441).

Today Dylan is playing at being a baker. He's promised to bake a cake for Jolly Otter's birthday - but will he be able to resist eating it? Don't forget to join in with the story, every time you see Dylan's friend, Dotty Bug.

When things fall down, who lifts them up? What if the ground beneath your feet had been hollowed into hundreds of tunnels and passageways? What if there were mysterious forces in these tunnels? What if it were up to twelve-year-old Gran Flowerpetal to stop these forces?

In his third adventure, Dylan is playing at being a teacher - but it isn't as easy as it looks. There are lots of disasters and a splosh in the river, before Dylan finally works out what to teach: his Cheery-Warm-Up Song and Dance! Don't forget to join in with the story, every time you see Dylan's friend, Dotty Bug.

When eleven-year-old Gregor falls through a grate in the laundry room of his apartment building, he hurtles into the dark Underland, where spiders, rats and giant cockroaches coexist uneasily with humans. This world is on the brink of war, and Gregor's arrival is no accident. Gregor has a vital role to play in the Underland's uncertain future.

Ever wondered where in the world tornadoes rip houses from the ground? Or frozen turtles fall from the sky? Get all the answers and more in this book, where the weather makes the rules. With a brand-new cover design, updated text and now including a horrible index, it's geography with even more gritty bits left in!

Pig 3: Pig, Duck, Cow and all the Sheeps are far away from their Farm and beloved Vegetarian Farmers. More fun, parps, slops and unbelievable adventure from this much-loved set of characters. Complete with illustrations throughout and printed in a unique diary format.

Dylan is a joyful stripy dog who just loves to play. In DYLAN THE DOCTOR he's playing at being a doctor, looking after all his friends: Purple Puss, Jolly Otter and Titchy Chick. But who will look after poor Doctor Dylan? All his friends, of course! Don't forget to join in with the story, every time you see Dylan's friend, Dotty Bug.

The author of the best-selling and critically beloved Mortal Engines quartet has written a stunning, stand-alone prequel. London is a riot-torn, ruinous town, clinging to a devastated landscape and hiding an explosive secret. Is Fever, adopted daughter of Dr Crumb, the strange key that will unlock its dangerous mysteries?

Dylan is a joyful stripy dog who just loves to play. In DYLAN THE SHOPKEEPER Dylan has great fun setting up a shop - until his friends, Purple Puss and Jolly Otter, decide that they want to be shopkeepers, too. Don't forget to join in with the story, every time you see Dylan's friend, Dotty Bug.

Spies have reported the sighting of a Rat King in the Underland. But when Gregor eventually comes face to face with the Rat King, he finds he is unable to kill him. Gregor's heart tells him he's making the right decision. Will it be one he lives to regret?

It's only a few months since Gregor and Boots returned from the Underland. Now Gregor must return to fulfill his role as the warrior who is key to the Underlanders' survival. Accompanied by his now-talkative little sister Boots, still considered the honorary "princess," Gregor joins forces with another princess to defend the Underlanders.

Gregor and Boots must return to the Underland to help ward off a plague. It is spreading fast, and when it claims one of Gregor's family, he begins to truly understand his role in the Prophecy of Blood. Gregor must summon all his power to end the biological warfare that threatens the fate of every warmblooded creature.

D-DAY is the story of the Allied landings in Normandy. It's 1944 when Lieutenant Andy Pope takes part in the D-Day landings, crossing the English Channel to the beaches of Normandy.

Leo isn't like the other knights. He'd rather read a book than fight, which is tricky when his parents send him off to tame a dragon. But Leo knows that books are mightier than swords - and the way to tame a dragon is to read him a story. With witty rhyming text and glorious illustrations, this is a magical picture book about the power of stories.