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Go all in for the National Year of Reading 2026 with this inspiring, accessible and powerful collection of words that matter. Featuring a stunning cover and inside illustrations by best-selling illustrator Axel Scheffler and expertly selected extracts with accessible, thoughtful commentary by Nicolette Jones, children's book expert for The Sunday Times. The perfect gift for every occasion. Celebrate the joy of reading with this inspiring collection of poetry, prose, letters, song lyrics, speeches, quotations and more! From Shakespeare to Stephen Hawking; Greta Thunberg to Galileo; Malala to Martin Luther King, Jr.; and Lin-Manuel Miranda to Alfred Lord Tennyson - these are all in turn powerful, funny, moving, wise, and thought-provoking. Previously published in hardback as Writes of Passage

Bird fans will quickly become bird experts with this informative, inventive and entertaining take on an animal book! Do you know all there is to know about birds? They're boring, defenseless and not very smart, right? Well, this book is here to show you that you're WRONG! But don't worry, even the experts can't beright all the time . . . So, let's uncover the truth! From incredible feats of flight to super-powerful senses, discover how everything you think you know about birds is actually untrue in this in-depth, ingenious book. Fascinating, easy to understand text written by zoologist Dr Nick Crumpton. Amazingly detailed full colour artwork on every page and a stunning tactile cover. 29 spreads that bust myths about birds, spotlight biodiversity and encourage children to see the wonder of the animals around them. Includes a full glossary and index to help bird enthusiasts navigate the book and expand their vocabulary. Also available in this series: Everything You Know About Dinosaurs is Wrong!, Everything You Know About Minibeasts is Wrong!, Everything You Know About Sharks is Wrong!, and Everything You Know About the Human Body is Wrong!

The very first Unicorn Academy feature-length episode told in three parts, with full-colour stills from the hit TV show! Read all about Sophia, Wildstar and their friends in Sapphire dorm in this highly illustrated first storybook for newly-independent readers. Each chapter follows Sophia on her very first adventure at Unicorn Academy, from a surprise invitation on her doorstep and matching with her very own unicorn, to the return of the evil Queen of Grimoria . . . there is never a dull moment at Unicorn Academy!With an easy-to-read font, pictures on every page and plenty of magic and sparkle, this is the perfect reading book for young fans of the show. Based on the original New York Times bestselling chapter book series by Julie Sykes and Linda Chapman. Ride towards your destiny and discover more magical adventures at Unicorn Academy:Unicorn Academy: Year of the Unicorn and Other Stories (Illustrated Fiction, 5+) Unicorn Academy: Sticker Activity BookUnicorn Academy: Colouring BookUnicorn Academy: Press Out and DecorateUnicorn Academy: Sophia's Invitation (Chapter Book Fiction, 7+)

Join Frank and Bert in this funny story about frogs, friendship and facing your fears. From best-selling author-illustrator Chris Naylor-Ballesteros, creator of The Suitcase. Frank and Bert love to sail Bert's toy boat on the little pond. But - oh no! - there's a FROG in the pond and Bert is scared of frogs. Poor Bert! Frank wants to help his best friend, but is he just a little bit frightened too . . .?Accolades for Frank and Bert:WINNER OF THE NOTTINGHAM CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD 2023Praise for Frank and Bert: "Full of warmth and visual humour, with neon accents for extra zing. One for fans of Jon Klassen." - The BooksellerFind out more about the hilarious fox and bear double act:Frank and Bert: The One Where Bert Plays Hide And SeekFrank and Bert: The One Where Bert Learns To Ride A BikeFrank and Bert: The One With The Missing BiscuitsFrank and Bert: The One Where Bert Plays Football Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.

The perfect sensory Easter book for toddlers to explore!Meet five adorable bunnies each with a different texture in this touch-and-feel board book with a soft felt flap finale! The ultimate sensory reading experience for babies and toddlers! In This Little Bunny, you can stroke a bunny's soft fur, find big shiny carrots, meet a cute bunny with a fluffy tail, and more . . . This is a brand new series of sturdy board books from Ingela P Arrhenius, the award-winning illustrator behind the bestselling Peekaboo and Felt Flaps Where's Mr? series. Also available: This Little Puppy, This Little Duckling, This Little Lion and This Little Dinosaur Scan the Stories Aloud QR code on the back cover to read along with the story!

Get ready for a festive Unicorn Academy adventure based on the hit TV show!It's time to celebrate the Winter Solstice at Unicorn Academy, and Ava just can't wait to show Sophia and Sapphire dorm the perfect day! She wants to make sure everything is as it should be, and at the top of her list...PRESENTS! But when the Solstice celebrations are derailed by a troublesome thief, Ava's fixation leads her to lose sight of what truly matters. While the unicorn riders pull together, will Ava be able to save the Solstice and make things right with her friends, too? Based on the original New York Times bestselling chapter book series by Julie Sykes and Linda Chapman. Ride towards your destiny and discover more magical adventures at Unicorn Academy:Unicorn Academy: Sophia's Invitation (Chapter Book Fiction, 7+)Unicorn Academy: Colouring Book Unicorn Academy: Sticker Activity BookUnicorn Academy: The Magical GuideUnicorn Academy: The Hidden Temple and Other Stories (Illustrated Fiction, 5+)

A funny hide-and-seek adventure story featuring a boy, a dog and (maybe) a yeti . . . Did you know that a yeti lives in the forest behind my house? I haven't found it yet but one day I'm sure I will. It must be somewhere. A little boy is certain that a yeti lives in the forest, and today he's determined to find it. With his dog, Milo, he searches here and there . . . high and low . . . until they are absolutely certain that there is NO YETI WHATSOEVER. After all, there's no such thing as a yeti . . . is ther? ill YOU be able to find the yeti? Here's a clue; it might just be hiding in plain sight . . . Check out these other books from critically acclaimed creator Matt Hunt:Up High, written and illustrated by Matt HuntHow to Count to One, written by Caspar SalmonA Whale of a Time, edited by Lou PeacockThe Bear and the Hare and the Fair, by Em LynasAnd many more!

Last in a series of four sweet and simple stories about a young child's joyful discovery of nature through the seasons. When winter comes, the snow is falling and the ducks are skating on the frozen lake. Icicles and animal tracks, snowmen and sledging, feeding birds with Mum and clearing a path through the snow with Dad, before snuggling up inside together with hot chocolate and gingerbread - there is so much to see and do as the year draws to a close. And one little girl is loving every magical moment!Fall in love with the wonder of winter in this beautiful first picture book.

A gripping adventure, with the power of friendship at its heart, Ice Dancer is the thrilling new story from Alex Cotter, author of The House on the Edge, WH Smith Travel Book of the MonthAngry and frustrated at having to stay with her miserable aunt in Sheffield, Dina is determined to pursue her lifelong passion for skating - even if it has to be in secret. But being a stranger in an unfamiliar city, far from the remote countryside of her home, is hard to handle. Shy and lacking in confidence, Dina must overcome her misgivings and find a way to be accepted. Desperate to escape the oppressive atmosphere of her aunt's house, and feeling the weight of responsibility for her younger brothers, Dina makes her way to the Ice Arena. There, captivated by the skills of the young skaters she sees, she is filled with the overwhelming desire to compete. But it's only when all the odds are against her, that she finds the courage to follow her dream. However, dreams can unravel, and when the family's past starts to catch up with Dina, a chance encounter at the ice rink sets off a series of events that lead to an unexpected discovery. Perfect for fans of Emma Caroll and Fleur HitchcockAlso by the author:The House on the EdgeThe Mermaid Call

Perfect for fans of Alex Rider and Artemis Fowl, this action-packed thriller stocking filler is ideal for readers too young for Jack Reacher!Tom thought going to a luxury ski resort was the holiday he and his mum needed. But he didn't expect kidnappers to take over their chalet - looking for the dangerous technology her boss has created - or for an avalanche to trap them even further. Can Tom figure a way out, before it's too lat? ore unputdownable reads by Simon Fox: Running Out of TimeDeadlock"Readers will be on the edge of their seats" - Daily Express

In this fourth hilarious graphic-novel adventure, Peanut, Butter and Crackers are getting excited about Christmas. But then they discover someone living in their Christmas tree!It's Peanut's first Christmas and he's very excited to open the gifts under the tree. Crackers explains that he must wait until Christmas and the dogs go off for their daily walk. But while Peanut and Crackers are having lots of fun with their friends at the dog park, someone sneaks into their house. Meanwhile, happy to be left alone at last, laid-back cat Butter is so busy enjoying some peace and relaxation, he doesn't even notice that he's not alone. And when the dogs get home, it's not long before they sniff out the stranger living in their Christmas tree and bark a CODE RED!More Peanut, Butter and Crackers adventures:Peanut, Butter and. Crackers: Puppy ProblemsPeanut, Butter and. Crackers: River RescuePeanut, Butter and. Crackers: Doggy School

The seventeenth in a fantastic series of animal stories for younger readers by Waterstones Children's Book Prize-shortlisted author Helen Peters. With beautiful black-and-white illustrations by Ellie Snowdon. Jasmine's dad is a farmer, and her mum is a large-animal vet, so Jasmine spends a lot of time caring for animals and keeping them out of trouble. Unfortunately, this often means she gets into hot water herself... When Jasmine meets Joy, an injured reindeer calf, she falls completely in love and offers to look after her on the farm. But Christmas is coming and Joy has an important job to carry out over the festive season. Can Jasmine nurse Joy back to health in time? Or will Christmas be ruined for everyon? rilliant storytelling that will make you laugh and cry, this is Dick King-Smith for a new generation. Perfect for readers aged seven and up. Check out Jasmine's other adventures:A Piglet Called TruffleA Sheepdog Called SkyA Kitten Called Hollyand many more!"Perfect for the young animal enthusiast" - The Guardian"Quality storytelling with a hint of Dick King-Smith's Sophie books" - The Bookseller

The second in a spooky and hilarious new series about a talkative skull and a necromancer-in-training. Full of brilliant illustrations!Perfect for fans of Lemony Snicket and Wednesday. Mallory Vayle and her talkative skull, Maggoty, star in another fabulous adventure!Mallory is getting to grips with her new powers and her new talkative friend, Maggoty. But when Maggoty sees a wig in Les Wigs shop, he just won't shut up about it! It's expensive, and no one seems able to pay Mallory properly for her cosmic services. So her Aunt Lilith takes matters into her own hands, but in her quest to increase her own supernatural skills, she accidentally summons a Nightmare. It, inevitably, goes HORRIBLY wrong and Mallory must take a perilous journey into the bowels of Carrion Castle in search of the solution to Aunt Lillith's problem... But it's only when a bony fella with a scythe turns up (that's Death - himself! - by the way) that she knows she and Maggoty are in for some terrifying fun and games!With proper laughs and proper scares, this series is not only the perfect Halloween treat but a side-splitting and spine-tingling year-round read. Have you read the spooktastic... Mallory Vayle and the Curse of Maggoty Skull (Waterstones Children's Book of the Month, October 2024)Praise for Mallory Vayle and Maggoty Skull:"Effortlessly blends outrageous humour and genuine creepiness" - The Guardian"Skullduggery pleasant meets A Series of Unfortunate Events. Do not miss! Spooky AND funny, a killer combo!" - Louie Stowell

Press out, colour in and hang up 25 shiny purple foil Unicorn Academy decorations!Act out magical adventures with the character standees. Hang up sparkling Flutterbunnies. And thread together beautiful unicorn bunting for lots of decorative magic! The perfect gift for keeping Unicorn Academy fans everywhere busy for hours!Based on the original New York Times bestselling chapter book series by Julie Sykes and Linda Chapman. Ride towards your destiny and discover more magical adventures at Unicorn Academy:Unicorn Academy: Sophia Meets Her Unicorn (Storybook, 4+)Unicorn Academy: Sticker Activity BookUnicorn Academy: Colouring BookUnicorn Academy: Sophia and the Magical Invitation (Illustrated Fiction, 5+)

Meet Suki Cat - an adorable preschool character starring in a series of action-packed stories with easy-to-use sliders!Who will Suki be today? Peek inside the box and play! Toddlers will love discovering who Suki Cat will become at the start of each story, before joining in with her dressing-up adventure - where she always saves the day!In Dinosaur, Suki Cat puts on her dino onesie and is transported to the land of the dinosaurs! But when Suki Cat finds a lost baby dinosaur, will she be able to hel? rom astronaut to unicorn, this interactive series of vibrant board books with robust mechanisms is perfect for developing motor skills and inspiring imaginative play. Toddlers will enjoy pushing, pulling and turning the chunky sliders to take part in the story and bring the action to life! The narrative-driven, rhyming text is perfect for reading aloud to help build book confidence and engagement, while the high level of interaction develops gross and fine motor skills. Dressing up is lots of fun - when Suki can be anyone! Other titles in the series include: Astronaut, Dancer, Doctor, Farmer and Unicorn. Scan the Stories Aloud QR code on the back cover to read along with the story!

Celebrating 10 years of Poles Apart, a funny story of friendship and adventure from award-winning creative talents Jeanne Willis and Jarvis!The Pilchard-Brown family wanted a picnic but - oh dear - now they are now lost in the North Pole. Everyone knows penguins belong in the South Pole! They will need the help of a friendly polar bear to guide them home. But will they ever have their picnic? A charming tale of big adventures, new friends and following your dreams!Praise for Poles Apart:"It's just right for reading together on a winter's evening" - the Scotsman"A funny and charming tale" - Huffington Post