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Jump onboard the Wondria... The Spectaculars is an enchanting adventure series filled with magic, theatre and danger, perfect for drama lovers. For fans of Nevermoor, The Train to Impossible Places and Carrie Hope Fletcher. There's magic in the air as Harper begins her third year as a Spectacular at the Wondria - her magical travelling theatre school. An immersive theatre show is touring the Hidden Peaks, bewitching everyone with its starry charms. But when the show's fortune-teller predicts danger in Harper's future, Harper is suddenly pulled into a terrifying battle of powerful spells and sinister figures. With her friends, Harper must uncover who is behind it all - because if they can't, it will be closing night for the whole of the Hidden Peaks... Praise for The Spectaculars:"A story of magic, friendship and theatre that shines star-bright" Maria Kuzniar, author of The Ship of Shadows"A thrilling magical world with characters you fall in love with right from the start" Hannah Durkan, author of Zeina Starborn and the Sky Whale

"Grumpfort is brilliant! Thoroughly charming." Louie Stowell, author of Loki"Perfect for fans of How to Train Your Dragon and Grimwood." Jennifer Bell, author of WonderscapeMeet Mo, the worst monster hunter ever, in this hilarious and highly illustrated adventure. Mo never wanted to be a Warden - protecting the village of Bogfoss from the terrifying monsters in the woods is way too scary. But when he's beaten up by a goblin on his first patrol, he knows he has to prove himself. So he sets out into the forbidden woods to catch himself a monster and make himself a hero. Instead he stumbles into GRUMPFORT, a secret monster fortress with a very big problem. The fearsome Grumpsnatcher is kidnapping the other monsters - and suddenly Mo's on a monster-hunt with a troll, a gnome and a fire-breathing snotwoggle to stop it!

Another laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for newly independent readers aged 6+ and fans of Claude and Horrid Henry. Billy's feeling nervous about the village Easter Hat Parade. The Mini Monsters have made him an ENORMOUS hat and he wants to wear it to make them happy, but he doesn't want everyone looking at him. But then something happens to make Billy realize there are even more important things to think about - a tiny, mysterious creature in Ash's garden. Could it be... AN EASTER MINI MONSTER?

A clear and simple guide to growing up, and the changes you can expect during puberty. With cartoony artwork and diagrams, this book explains puberty in a simple, clear and friendly way. Designed to help reassure readers that what they're going through is normal, whether that's coping with a changing body, mood swings, new emotions and even questions about their sexuality and identity. The writing and art style, and the level of detail given in each topic, has been tailored to be suitable for kids aged 11 and up, who have just begun their journey into puberty - or are likely to start soon. Topics covered include: growing taller, getting hairier, bras, periods, shaving, all about vaginas, vulvas and penises, sex, sexuality, love, relationships, friendships, hormones, looking after yourself, staying safe and keeping healthy - written in consultation with experts in sex education and gender studies, alongside medical doctors.

Stroke the sweet, snuggly bunny better in this adorable touchy-feely book. Little bunny needs your care! Stroke its ears when it's scared, rub its nose better after an encounter with a tickly bug, and stroke its back when it's feeling sleepy. This heart-warming book encourages kindness in very little children as you gently rub the bunny better from minor mishaps. The snuggly touchy-feely patches bring a soothing interactive experience to a sweet, cosy read. Discover more books in the There There Little... series:- There There Little Puppy- There There Little Bear- There There Little Kitten- There There Little Reindeer

Welcome back to Shadowhall Academy, where ghost stories come true. A brilliantly spooky series from the author of Aveline Jones. It's the perfect night for a ghost story, don't you thin? s if Shadowhall Academy wasn't creepy enough, Lilian and her friends have started a Ghost Story Society. It's all harmless fun, until one girl warns of a sinister book hidden somewhere in the school that can bring your darkest secrets to life. So when Lilian finds a mysterious book that seems like the one from the story, her friends warn her not to mess with dark magic. But she's never been one to resist an adventure. And when she writes her deepest secrets in the book, she unleashes a danger far worse than she could ever imagine... Praise for Shadowhall Academy: "Genuinely chilling... Kids are going to absolutely love it." Jennifer Killick, author of Dread Wood "Boarding school and spookiness - Malory Towers gone rogue!" Lesley Parr, author of When the War Came Home

Poor Toby hasn't been feeling very happy recently; things just aren't going his way. But on a trip to a sunny beach, he comes across Miss Molly's School of Happiness - the perfect place to learn how to deal with the ups and downs of life. Follow Toby as he tests out a 'recipe for happiness' - which includes running around outside, having fun, showing kindness and building good friendships. He also discovers the importance of OTHER emotions when happiness isn't an option. A gentle, enlightening book to share with curious children, featuring a cast of friendly animal characters.

Babies who've grown up with the bestselling touchy-feely books will love That's not my... Activity Books!Discover animal-themed things to spot, pictures to finish, shapes to trace and words to learn - all packed into the pages of this fun first activity book. Don't forget to spot little white mouse on every double page!- Perfect for children aged 2 years and above - Helps develop vocabulary and fine motor skills - Bright, bold, eye-catching illustrations support visual development- Keeps children entertained on-the-go- Discover more in the series, from favourite animals to exciting vehicles

Discover the magical world of Sticker Dolly Dressing!Join the fairies in Fairyland as they hide Easter eggs, go on an Easter egg hunt, follow the Easter bunny's muddy footprints and have lots more fairy fun! Use the stickers to dress the fairies and decorate the enchanting scenes. - The number 1 bestselling sticker series with characters to dress and colourful scenes to decorate- Over 200 stickers in every book! - With 12 scenes to complete- Easy to remove perforated sticker pages for decorating each scene - Hours of enjoyment to stimulate any child's imagination - Develop children's concentration and fine motor skills- Ideal for ages 5+- 44 pages of screen-free fun!

Babies who've grown up with the bestselling touchy-feely books will love That's not my... Activity Books!Discover vehicle-themed things to spot, pictures to finish, shapes to trace and words to learn - all packed into the pages of this fun first activity book. Don't forget to spot little white mouse on every double page!- Perfect for children aged 2 years and above - Helps develop vocabulary and fine motor skills - Bright, bold, eye-catching illustrations support visual development- Keeps children entertained on-the-go- Discover more in the series, from favourite animals to beautiful sea creatures

Filled with images showing different aspects of the Muslim festival of Eid al-Fitr, from families decorating their homes and enjoying a funfair to scenes of fireworks, looking for the new moon and delicious festive food. Just brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an uplifting array of vivid hues. A mess-free way to keep children busy. Simply tuck the waterproof flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book. - All new editions contain a quality, bamboo-handled paintbrush- Ideal for entertainment on-the-go - on road trips, holidays, restaurants or rainy days- A cosy, mindful and calming activity - Discover more in Usborne's Magic Painting series, with themes for every interest

All Bob really wants is to be a ROCKET FROG, but the Rocket Frogs have other ideas: 'To be in our crew, you have to be smooth! You haven't got our beat. And you ain't got our moves!' But as Bob - and the Rocket Frogs - will find out, the best friends are the ones who accept you as you are: "You see, I learned a lesson, something wise and true... Friends that are worth having, love you because you're YOU!'An uplifting story that celebrates individuality and encourages children to be inclusive of others.

Who flew the very first planes? Which pilot was the first to fly around the world? When were Spitfires used? What was it like to fly from the very first airports? Which planes are flying now, and what will air travel be like in the future? Find out the answers and much more in this easy-to-read book, filled with amazing photographs, step-by-step illustrations, and useful internet links. Chapters in this book include:- Sky travel- Trying to fly- The first flight- Famous firsts- War planes- Amazing stunts- Jet-powered- Passenger planes- Supersonic- Planes now- Flying safely- At sea- Formation flying- What next?

Lift the flaps to find out all about money and what it can do, from earning and spending to borrowing and lending. See how coins and banknotes are made, and discover tips and tricks for managing your own money. With simple explanations and fun, quirky illustrations, this book is a perfect introduction for anyone curious about how money works. Written with advice from experts in the UK and US, including financial education charity Young Enterprise, it covers all the basics that readers need to know, and many things they might have wondered about. Chapters in this book include:- What is money?- Spend or save?- Making money- Borrowing money- Money on the move- Money around the world- Money tips- A quick history of money

Alex Neptune is back for his most epic adventure in this fifth and final instalment of the action-packed series - perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Dragon Realm! Brineblood the pirate is back on the high seas with a dastardly plan - he's going to steal every drop of sea magic and use it to raise an all-powerful monster from the bottom of the ocean. If Alex, Zoey and Anil can't stop him, the monster could flood the entire world. Teaming up with the water dragon, they use a home-made submarine to journey deep into places no human has been before. But they have one crucial problem: Alex has lost his magic. Can he still lead his crew to victory? Or will Haven Bay - and the rest of the world - be lost for good?

Lift the soft flaps in this adorable book to find lots of little bears getting ready for a surprise party!It's Bella Bear's birthday... and all the other bears are getting ready to give her a big surprise party. Behind each lovely soft flap in this delightfully illustrated book you'll find a bear cub hiding. From wrapping presents to hanging up the bunting, each bear is trying to keep the party a secret... until they all spring out for the birthday surprise at the end. Discover more Usborne soft flap books:Bathtime for Baby BearsBedtime for Baby Bears Playtime for Baby Bears