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A lyrical picture book celebrating the changing seasons and living at the seaside with a gentle environmental message by an award-winning author and an exciting new illustration talent.From summer days spent playing on the beach, to flying kites in autumn, to buffeting winter storms and treasure hunts in spring, this is a magnificent celebration of the seaside throughout the changing year. This joyful story charts family life by the sea and celebrates many milestones such as birthdays and New Years. Esther’s lively poetic and lyrical text combines perfectly with Emma’s classic illustrations to captivate and enchant young readers.

The perfect gift for any young animal-lover, this beautifully illustrated spotter guide is an ideal introduction to the world of creepy crawlies!Illustrated in a bright, contemporary style, this is a modern guide to the most common minibeasts from the glorious glow-worm to the buzzy bumblebee, taking in such favourites as snails, slugs, worms and woodlice along the way. This information book for young children is packed with information and fun facts – everything you need to know to help you learn about and identify bugs and beasties. With key facts about size, habitat, diet and population, there are detailed descriptions of each creature and tips to help you spot them in your own park or garden. There is even a special, "Did you know?" section on each minibeast, which all young entomologists will love!

"Welcome to Paddock Grove, a boarding school for the best, providing equestrians of tomorrow with state-of-the-art facilities and world-class tuition in everything from stable management to competitive riding..."A scholarship to Paddock Grove is a dream come true for George, but when her local riding school shuts down and the horse she hoped to borrow is sold, it seems her dreams are over before they''ve begun – until her parents surprise her with a pony of her own. Unfortunately, that pony is Bear, a scruffy cob with tangles in his mane, feathers around his hooves and a mischievous streak a mile wide. He''s the complete opposite of the well-bred show horses her classmates are riding.Between George''s new-school nerves and Bear''s naughty tricks, everything goes from bad to worse. If George and Bear can''t learn how to work together, they might lose their place at Paddock Grove for good...The first of four titles in a brand new pony series set in an elite equestrian boarding school from rising star J. P. Rose.

Discover incredible birds from around the world with this exquisite picture book.Discover incredible birds from around the world with this exquisite picture book. From the bird-of-paradise that performs its extravagantly colourful courtship dance in the rainforest to the bar-tailed godwit that flies thousands of miles across the ocean without stopping, explore the world of magnificent birds in this beautiful gift book. Narisa Togo''s stunning, stylish lino-cut prints capture the beauty and the drama of these wonderful winged creatures, making this a non-fiction book like no other.

In a bountiful book combining art and chemistry, a celebrated ink maker invites kids to become colour wizards – by foraging and transforming natural materials to make their own paint and artistic creations. In this book you will find secret recipes, magic formulas and wild experiments that will delight your friends, intimidate your enemies and turn you into a colour wizard! Featuring both photographs and the author''s own gorgeous homemade-ink illustrations, How to Be a Colour Wizard is an ideal blend of art and science ... plus a little bit of magic.

From the creator and presenter of Taskmaster comes a beautifully told story of a young boy’s connection with his grandpa – and a mystery that may come between them."Charming and funny and uplifting. I loved it." Greg James"As delightful as a bucket full of beachcombed treasures." Thomas TaylorTrader and his grandpa have combed the beach of Bognor Regis for as long as he can remember, and every time they find a beautiful or special stone, it’s added to the treasure collection. But when Trader finds a particularly special pebble, he stumbles on a secret that was supposed to be kept for ever... Can Trader and his new friend Charlotte unravel the mystery of this treasure, and return it to its rightful home?

Pelé v. Maradona: these football legends go head-to-head to decide who is the Greatest Of All Time!An ideal gift for football fans and perfect for reluctant readers.The new epic clash in The Football GOAT series written by Matt Oldfield, the bestselling author of Ultimate Football Heroes, and Seth Burkett, a former professional footballer. Get ready for the superstar showdown of Pelé v. Maradona in the ultimate football debate. Compare all the latest data, including sizzling stats, fascinating facts and awesome stories, then decide which football legend is the greatest of all time.Are you ready to VOTE FOR THE GOAT?

The third book in a fantastically funny new history series from best-selling author and chart-topping podcaster Greg Jenner!Think history is just a boring list of facts and dates? Think again! History is hectic, exciting and unpredictable – in fact, it’s absolute CHAOS! Join bestselling author Greg Jenner on a riotously fun journey through the Stone Age, from brilliant beginnings to epic ending. Accompanied by expert archaeologist Dr Brenna Hassett and with side-splitting illustrations from Rikin Parekh, Greg’s whirlwind tour will cover everything you need to know about the Stone Age and show you what it would REALLY have been like to live through hundreds of thousands of years of chaotic history. Hold on tight, because, with history, you’ll never believe what happens next!

The moon is missing. Can it be found before disaster strikes? A comic fantasy caper with magic aplenty from a sparkling new voice in middle-grade fiction.Meet Lampwick, the keeper of the lighthouse at the top of the world. When the moon disappears, he and his faithful sheepdog Humphrey must embark on a wild adventure to find it. A fearsome storm is brewing and lives are at stake. Journeying under the sea and across the skies, it will take wits, magic and the help of unexpected friends to return the moon to its home. And all in time for breakfast!“A sparkling story, bursting with imagination.” Amy Sparkes, author of The House at the Edge of Magic

A pigeon that has trouble homing in the usual way has a unique ability that ends up guiding his lost flock in this sweet tale about following your instincts.A pigeon named Seven is born alone, instead of in the usual pair, and it soon becomes clear that he’s not like the rest of his flock. While pigeons always build their nests from straw and twigs, Seven lines his with rose petals (their scent is dreamy!). While the rest of the pigeons gobble crumbs in the park, Seven can’t help drifting from the flock to follow the nutty aroma of rice. What’s more, although pigeons are expected to home – to find their way home from wherever they may be by following landmarks – Seven gets too distracted by the tangy scent of peaches, the earthy smell of evergreens and the honey of a butterfly bush. But when his flock takes a long trip to the countryside and the fog rolls in on their way home, Seven’s keen sense of smell might just be what leads them all back safely. Sandra Nickel’s charming tale, paired with Aimée Sicuro’s endearing illustrations, celebrates the different ways that folks of all feathers navigate the world.

From Hans Christian Andersen Medal-winning author David Almond comes a heartwarming story that shows anything is possible with imagination and trust.What should a puppet master do when he’s old and alone, and all his puppets are gone? Sylvester makes one last puppet. But this one is different. When the old man speaks to him, Puppet speaks back. And then he walks…While Sylvester shows Puppet the town, the playground and the wonders the world holds, Puppet in turn helps Sylvester to make a new friend, and share his puppet-making skills with the next generation in this wonder-filled story of creation and the circle of life.Illustrated with sequences of wordless spreads by an award-winning artist, this is a modern-day classic.

- "A fun and pacy picture book on the important job that is showing a new kid around school, aka giving them ''The Tour''. Shireen’s illustrations ramp up the chaotic energy." - The Bookseller - "A simultaneous knee-slapper and heart-warmer that is sure to become a read-aloud hit. A first purchase for collections, offering a humorous, inviting, and fresh approach to the new kid experience." - School Library Journal "A remarkably sweet, funny, and thoughtful picture book. The depiction of school-life is brilliant, with noise, business, games and chaotic fun, all illustrated beautifully to match the energy of a primary setting. " - BooktrustThe hilarious and heartfelt debut picture book from Katie Clapham, illustrated by Nadia Shireen - creator of the bestselling, highly acclaimed Grimwood series and Barbara Throws a Wobbler - will help kids feel better about those first-day-at-school nerves, as well as encouraging all children to create a safe and welcoming space for others.Because, really, starting school can be scary. And being a New Kid in a new school can also be very scary. Luckily, this book will help soothe first-day nerves, make kids feel excited about the challenge and also show children how to be the PERFECT Tour Guide and make any New Kid feel right at home. And did we mention this book is very funny? Because it really is. So, come along and join THE TOUR with Katie Clapham and Nadia Shireen. First stop? The toilets. Because they''re great for singing in. (And also for weeing.) And don''t forget to show them the library and its one MILLION books (remember to use your quiet mouse voice!), the playground (where you can play Worldwide Hairdressers!) and ... the EMERGENCY MEET UP PLACE (just in case anyone gets lost). But REMEMBER, sometimes when you''re a New Kid it can all be ... a bit too much. And that''s when the New Kid doesn''t need you to be a tour guide anymore, they need you to be ... a friend.

Waah! Everyone is wailing in this fabulously funny interactive board book!Willow’s going waah!She’s tumbled on the path.Guess who is crying too...Whoops! Willow''s taken a tumble and is in tears. What a lot of noise! Luckily, Willow''s big brother Finn is there to help put a smile back on her face!Turn the pages of this large, super-sturdy board book and look into the peep-through holes to meet a whole cast of characters, brought to life with bold, bright colours and a shout-out-loud rhyming text. This is is a follow-on title to the award-winning Yawn and Giggles. Waah! is the perfect book to engage and entertain pre-schoolers – and a great way of talking about tantrums with toddlers too.

A one-of-a-kind interactive poetry collection from award-winning author Sean Taylor, stunningly illustrated by Fiona Woodcock, filled with happy finger rhymes that each have their own accompanying action. A must have for any child''s library! Babies love when their parents or caregivers talk to them in a fun, lyrical and bouncy way; science shows that they prefer this above all other sounds. In Five Little Friends, Award-winning poet and picture book author Sean Taylor has written 34 original poems that each come with its own accompanying easy-to-follow directions for actions and movement. This unique collection offers parents and caregivers simple and joyful ways to sing and play with their little ones as well as encouraging both children AND grown-ups to use their fingers, hands, arms, legs and even feet to become a stomping elephant, falling snow or bursting fireworks! Held in a big, handsomely sturdy picture book format - just right for sharing - and brought to life by Fiona Woodcock’s fresh and energetic illustrations, this book is sure to help entertain, and engage with, wriggling, rolling babies or busy toddlers. Even MORE than this – finger rhymes are a beautifully simple way to help children develop and work on their fine motor skills while supporting their social and emotional development. - Create some beautiful memories with this must have title for any child’s library.- An ideal title for schools and libraries or any kind of early years setting.- A stunningly designed and deeply practical new baby gift.

What is Aisha’s favourite colour? Is it white like delicious Es Campur ice? Blue like the ocean? Or maybe it’s all the colours, like the beautiful rainbow kites soaring in the sky?Aisha envies her friend’s holidays in faraway places – holidays with white snow, blue swimming pools and rainbow fish. But as Aisha and her parents drive to Grandma’s house through the spectacular Indonesian countryside, Aisha opens her eyes to the wonderful colours just outside her window – white, blue, rainbow and more – and, ultimately, she realizes: being together with her family is what makes her summer special.

The fourth title in Daisy Hirst''s popular and playful Natalie and Alphonse series featuring two adorable monster siblings.Natalie and Alphonse are staying the night at Granny’s house – and putting on their own play! There will be red curtains, lights, and even yoghurt with sprinkles in the interval. But when Natalie tells Alphonse he can’t have a ticket and be in the show, well, Alphonse wants to go home! Granny knows just what to do... After a cosy night''s sleep and a breakfast of pancakes, Natalie and Alphonse are excited to welcome Mum and Dad to their very special and marvellous theatrical performance!From the award-winning Daisy Hirst comes a reassuring and hugely enjoyable story about a very first sleepover with Granny, and wonderfully creative and imaginative play between adorable and funny monster siblings.