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"When Chester Howard starts at his new school, Miss Tate sits him next to Joe, the writer from hell. Chester can see Joe’s project ‘How to Write Neatly’ can only be a disaster. Joe makes a terrible mess of his work, jumbling letters and numbers up ...
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It's a ZOMBIE KITTEN APOCALYPSE!Should you panic? Should you cry? Should you poop your pants?NO!Just sit back and watch the fur fly as the worlds baddest good guys take on Mad Marmalades meowing monsters!
"The Bad Guys are about to have a VERY BAD DAY! Mr Wolf and his bad, bad buddies have messed with the wrong guinea pig. And this nasty little furball wants revenge! Will they survive? Will they be heroes? And will they just stop trying to eat each other?...
"Look out! Tom, Delia and the whole Gates family (Fossils included) are going on holiday. How will Tom manage to keep himself busy on the most boring campsite ever? By doodling, of course! An exciting new story with doodle your own elements from awar...
"The Bad Guys are back, and they're ready to do more good deeds, whether you you want them to or not! 10,000 chickens are trapped in a high-tech cage farm! Who could possibly save them? Well, how about a Wolf, a Shark, a Piranha and a Snake ...who's also...
"Tips for being top of the class (Sadly...I did none of these things.) 1. Stay awake in lessons (it helps.) 2. Don't draw hilarious pictures of your teachers. 3. Avoid the class bully to stay out of trouble. 4. Don't let Mum and Dad write anything in...
"They sound like the Bad Guys, they look like the Bad Guys and they even smell like the Bad Guys. But Mr Wolf, Mr Piranha, Mr Snake and Mr Shark are about to change all of that. Mr Wolf has a daring plan for the Bad Guys first good mission. The gang are...
"Sometimes making up my mind isn't easy to do. Especially when my grumpy sister Delia is looming over me. ..." --Back cover.
"George and Harold and their doubles, Yesterday George and Yesterday Harold, have been taking turns going to school, but when the doubles fall prey to their gym teacher, Mr. Meaner, and his method of mind control that turns students into attentive, o...
Queen Malice has taken over the Secret Kingdom! Ellie, Summer and Jasmine must find four magical jewels to create a new crown for King Merry - but how will they find the emerald when the entire kingdom is under the queen's wicked spell?
"The Heffley family road trip starts off full of promise, then quickly takes several wrong turns--with everything from a fender bender to crazed seagulls--but even the worst road trip can turn into an adventure, and this is one the Heffleys will not ...
"Dad wants to make a kite so we can go out and get lots of fresh air. I wouldn't mind getting more fresh air if we had a dog. But that's not going to happen because Delia's allergic to dogs (I think I'm allergic to Delia). Me, Derek and Norman need s...
"For the first time ever, fans of Skylanders Universe can look up their heroes from all three smash-hit video games, including Skylanders SWAP Force. Includes character bios, battle cries and all 256 possible Skylanders SWAP Force combinations." --Back...
"It's really cold outside and we're all hoping it's going to snow. Yeah! Derek and I could make a snow Rooster and have a snowbal fight (look out, Delia!). Granny Mavis has started to knit me a new winter jumper, but by the looks of things I'm not sure...
As a dark force engulfs the land, the fate of Erdas has fallen on the shoulders of four young strangers who each have forged a rare bond with their spirit beasts -- a bond that gives great powers to all of them.
This takes the form of Tom's battered homework diary - crammed with his doodles and stories. "Exciting News! Mr Fullerman announces that class 5F are going on an 'Activity Break'! Which should be fun. As long as I don't get stuck in a group with anyone...
"After being sent to jail for the rest of their lives, George and Harold are taken on a trip back in time by tyrant Tippy Tinkletrousers to their kindergarten days where they must deal with their bully without the help of Captain Underpants."--Provided...
"Back to school, but it's not all bad. We're entering Rooster in a dog show, the School Disco and my birthday are coming up so this term's going to be amazing! Mostly because Delia's not invited to any of these. There's only one small problem with my...
"No school for two whole weeks! (Yeah!) I can forget all about lessons (and irritating things like Marcus Meldrew). And concentrate on good stuff like: Inventing new ways to annoy my sister Delia. (So many). Unfortunately a couple of small problems called...
"Tom Gates is the master of excuses for late homework: dog attacks, spilt water, lightning.... Tom's exercise book is full of his doodles, cartoons and thoughts, as well as comments from his long-suffering teacher, Mr Fullerton. After gaining five merits...
Ronia, who lives with her father and his band of robbers in a castle in the woods, causes trouble when she befriends the son of a rival robber chieftain.
Thirteen adventures with Millicent Margaret Amanda including those in which she spends a penny, goes blackberrying, and makes a cosy.
A snotty situation ensues when Melvin Sneedley, an academically gifted student, turns into the Bionic Booger Boy and must be stopped by George, Harold, and Captain Underpants. By flipping the pages, the reader may view animated illustrations.
"George, Harold, Captain Underpants, and Sulu the Bionic Hamster battle the three Ridiculous Robo-Boogers in an attempt to turn the Bionic Booger Boy back into Melvin Sneedly."--Publisher's description.
The witch Sheba has spoken, and Rowan knows he has no choice but to obey. The coldest winter in living memory is destroying the people of Rin, and he must do what he can to save them. But Shebas mysterious rhyme speaks of sacrifice, and Rowan is very...
When Harold and George turn fourth-grade teacher Ms. Ribble into an evil monster called the Wedgie Woman, she wreaks havoc on the world, giving the wedgie of doom to unsuspecting people who stand in her way--including principal-turned-superhero Capta...
Five gems have already been found. The next stone lies hidden in the underwater lair of the hideous and ferocious Glus. Already exhausted, pursued by the servants of the Shadow Lord, the three companions will need all their strength and courage to face...
Lief, Barda and Jasmine, searching for the seven lost gems of the magic belt of Deltora, have almost reached their goal. Six gems now gleam in the belt, but the last must be found before Deltora can be freed from Tyranny of the evil Shadow Lord.
Only Captain Underpants can stop the three evil space aliens who have invaded Jerome Horwitz Elementary School and turned everyone into lunchroom zombie nerds.
When Professor Pippy P. Poopypants comes to Jerome Horwitz Elementary School to teach science, and he goes off the deep end because students make fun of his name, only Captain Underpants can save the school from the professor's perilous plot.
To find the second stone from the Belt of Deltora, the three heroes must travel through territory ruled by the monster-sorceress Thaegan.
When the Travellers arrive at the village of Rin Rowan enjoys their visit. They bring games and music, toys and tricks. But not everyone trusts them. Rowan is caught up in a web of intrigue and danger as he races against time to solve the witch's rid...
To the villagers of Rin, Rowan is a timid weakling, yet it is his help they need when the stream that flows from the top of the Mountain dries up. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.
Find out all about the wonders of planet earth! DKfindout! Earth takes kids close to the all the wonders our planet holds with beautiful photography, lively illustrations, and key curriculum information. The DKfindout! series will satisfy any child who...
"When Babe, the orphaned piglet, is won at a fair by Farmer Hogget, he is adopted by Fly, the kind hearted sheep-dog. Babe is determined to learn everything he can from Fly. He knows he can't be a sheep-dog. But maybe, just maybe, he might be a sheep...
Read about amazing women from modern times and throughout history! Find out about world leaders, explorers, scientists, athletes, artists and more. Be inspired by the life stories and achievements of these remarkable women.
"Mimi loves helping out at the Pretty Poodle parlour, so when Madame Shampoodle leaves her niece, Florence, and Mimi in charge for the day, the girls can't wait to have the salon all to themselves. But with demanding customers like the Wriggly pups and...
"When Harry and Oats hear strange noises in the castle they set off to explore only to find treasure, shields and yet more knightly adventures in store for them both!. "--Provided by publisher.
"When Monstar digs a tunnel to a Top Secret workshop, she finds a magic lamp! Now all of her wishes can come true..."--Publisher description.
"She's green. She's fluffy. She's...Monstar. Monstar's been given her very own 'hamstar' as a pet, but when it accidentally gets turned into a giant and escapes, can our favourite furry monster save the day?" --Publisher description.
Queen Malice has cast her most dangerous spell yet! The wicked queen has cursed the Magic Hourglass. When the sand runs out, all the magic will be gone from the Secret Kingdom forever! Jasmine, Ellie and Summer have collected almost all the four Ench...
Queen Malice has cast her most dangerous spell yet! The wicked queen has cursed the Magic Hourglass. When the sand runs out, all the magic will be gone from the Secret Kingdom forever! Jasmine, Ellie and Summer must find the four Enchanted Objects to...
"The Secret Seven are Peter and his sister Janet, Jack, Colin, George, Pam and Barbara. They meet every holiday in the shed at the bottom of Peter and Janet's garden - and solve mysteries, and eat lots of delicious food. But no one can enter the shed...
The girls are off to the Fairy Fairground, but Trixi's magic talent is still missing. Summer, Jasmine and Ellie must award the Twinkle Trophy before her magic is lost forever. But with Queen Malice and her Storm Sprites still causing trouble, they'll...
Serenity Island is a beautiful, tropical place - until Queen Malice arrives! Ellie, Summer and Jasmine must help perform a special musical ceremony, but Jasmine's lost her talent for music! Can the girls award the Melody Medal before the island is ru...
A brand-new adventure awaits Ellie, Summer and Jasmine in the Secret Kingdom! With Queen Malice in charge of the Secret Kingdom, the beautiful winged horses that look after the diamond trees are in trouble... Can the girls free their flying friends and...
What would the Seven do without Scamper the spaniel? First he discovers an unwanted visitor, then he protects the Seven as they spy on a thief late at night in Bramley Woods!
Dogs are disappearing in the village where the Secret Seven live. But the Seven are too busy quarrelling to investigate! Then poor Scamper disappears.
Tells the story of Mr. Rouseâs unusual house-building challenges. The little man has to explain with difficulty to the architect that not any old house will do: âIâm not a bird, you know; how could I live in a house made of leaves?â Neither a...
Kirsty and Rachel are invited to a special birthday celebration organised for twins! At the party, the two friends meet Tilly the Twins Fairy but Jack Frost has stolen her magical items! Now the girls must help Tilly get them back, before Jack Frost ...
"It's a hard-knock life for America's favorite orphan! Everyone knows the story of the irrepressible Annie, who lives at Miss Hannigan's orphanage until she beats the odds and finds a new life with the benevolent and wealthy Daddy Warbucks. Annie has...
Ellie, Summer and Jasmine have found three of the Animal Keepers, but the magical lion is still missing - and no one is brave enough to stand up to Queen Malice while his power is reversed! Can the three friends overcome their fears and return the br...
The students at the Pixie Flying School are arguing all the time and have forgotten how to be friends...It must be the work of Queen Malice! Ellie, Summer and Jasmine have to find the magical Bird Keeper and reunite her with the friendship charm to m...
The Snowy Seas are home to the Ice Mermaids, who love and care for all the animals that live there. But something's made the mermaids cruel and unkind - it must be Queen Malice's spell! Can Summer, Ellie and Jasmine find the Seal Keeper and return her...
When orphaned, eleven-year-old Pollyanna comes to live with austere and wealthy Aunt Polly, her philosophy of gladness brings happiness to her aunt and other unhappy members of the community.
"When Henry finds out Moody Margaret starts giving her friends makeovers for money, he's sure he can do better. He is sure he can do it much, much better. It can't be that hard to make people look really fantastic, can it?"--Provided by publisher.
"Cudweed has big plans for his birthday, and when he and his big sister, Solstice, go to the circus, things couldn't get much bigger."--Back cover.
Rachel Walker and Kirsty Tate are very excited about taking part in a school competition! There's going to be a spelling bee and a science contest, followed by a dazzling disco. But Jack Frost and his goblins soon arrive... Can the girls help Carly t...
The whole of Fairyland is very excited - there's going to be a new royal baby! But when Foster the stork fails to deliver the new bundle of joy on time, the Royal Baby Fairy asks friends of the fairies, Rachel Tate and Kirsty Walker, for their help. Just...
Competing in the Double Dip sled race at Mt. Ice Cream, Dash, the fastest candy fairy, chooses Cocoa as her racing partner and invites all of their friends to attend only to discover that she is getting sick and that her partnership with Cocoa is not...
Ellie, Summer and Jasmine are all ready for some storytime fun with the book brownies at Fairytale Forest. But Queen Malice is up to no good again, and she casts a spell to wither all the books buds growing on the trees. Can the girls find a way to break...
Ellie, Summer and Jasmine have such a great time splashing around with the water nymphs at Lily Pad Lake. But when Queen Malice and her awful Storm Sprites arrive and put a spell on Clearsplash Waterfall, their fun is soon over. Can the girls break Q...
"Angelica the Angel Fairy makes sure people are good and kind at Christmas time, but when Jack Frost steals her three magic items everyone starts being naughty! Can Kirsty and Rachel restore the peace in time for Christmas?"--Publisher description.
Ellie, Summer and Jasmine are so excited to visit Sugarsweet Bakery to watch the annual baking contest. But soon evil Queen Malice and her horrible Storm Sprites arrive to spoil the fun. Can the girls find a way to save the competition and get the si...
When mean Queen Malice puts a spell on King Merry, Ellie, Summer and Jasmine must find six magical ingredients to make a cure. They're soon off to Bubble Volcano to find the first ingredient. Can they find the hidden bubblebee hive and get the magic ...
Florence the Friendship Fairy makes sure everyone gets along - but not any more, when goblins steal her three magic items! Kirsty and Rachel must get them back and restore harmony in this abridged and simplified version of the bestselling Rainbow Magic...
Kirsty and Rachel are on an exciting day out to watch a triathlon - a three-part race where the athletes have to swim, cycle and run. But when the competitors start swimming round in circles, it's clear that all is not well.
Twelve-year-old Andrej, nine-year-old Tomas, and their baby sister Wilma flee their Romany encampment when it is attacked by Germans during World War II, and in an abandoned town they find a zoo where the animals tell their stories, helping the child...
Naughty Jack Frost never gets anything in his Christmas stocking, so this year he's decided nobody else will either! He's stolen the three magical objects that Natalie the Christmas Stocking Fairy needs to make sure children all over the world get th...
The first book in the Secret Kingdom series introduces Ellie, Summer and Jasmine, who are the very best of friends. One day they find a magic box which whisks them away to a fantastical world! Can the friends help Trixi the fairy save King Merry's 10...
"Forced to play schools at Moody Margaret's house, Henry is determined to find a way to get sent home. But how?"--Provided by publisher.
Oscar Wilde's collection of fairy stories, which he made up for his own sons, are among the greatest and most poignant classics for children and adults alike. Humor, pathos, delightful little characters abound in the stories of The Happy Prince and the...
"Whispering Island, another mysterious place, with a million stories surrounding it - is it haunted? The Five are intrigued, but scared too. Are they brave enough to go there and find out."--Provided by publisher.
"Horrid Henry needs money - and fast! But his skeleton bank is empty, and his parents won't give him any, so just how is he going to do it? Then Henry has a brilliant idea."--Provided by publisher.
The greatest monster of all, the storm giant Typhon, is on the loose, wreaking havoc and destruction across the U.S. - while Kronos's army lays siege to Manhattan. Soon Percy Jackson must make the hardest choice of his life - a choice that will save or...
"Robots are running amok in Northwest Southeast Central school! It all started as a harmless science experiment meant to prove whether or not the new girl in school is in fact a...robot. But now a robot of a different kind is chewing up the hallways ...
Gabriella the Snow Kingdom Fairy makes Christmas a sparkly, cosy and happy time with her three magical objects -- the Magic Snowflake, the Magic Firestone and the Festive Spirit. But Jack Frost and his goblins have stolen them! Can Kirsty and Rachel ...
Mr Brainfrights important lesson #1: When youre breathing, its very important not to fall out of the window. It doesn't take Henry McThrottle long to realise that Mr Brainfright, his new teacher at Northwest Southeast Central School, is rather unusual....
The naughtiest girl in the school is back! And this term she is trying to be good. But someone wants to spoil things for her. And they are not going to let her forget how she got her nickname!
Is this the right book for you? Take the Shocking Test and find out. Do you wish you could drive around in a monster truck crushing everybody and everything that gets in your way? Do you love watching videos of people having painful accidents? Then you...
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Including many different surfaces and textures which promote interaction with the book, this latest title in the 'Touchy-Feely' series encourages young children to explore many different topics. In this children are feeling the robot.
Milly-Molly-Mandy always has fun, whether she's in school or out playing. These stories describe how Milly-Molly-Mandy has to be on her best behaviour when Teacher comes to stay, as well as what happens when a duck follows the little girl to school.
Summer the Holiday Fairy has got her work cut out. Jack Frost has moved to Rainspell Island for the summer and now there are no tinkling ice-cream vans or sailing boats. Not even any sand on the beach, as Jack Frost has taken it all to build his gian...
Phoebe the fashion fairy can't rustle up pretty party outfits without her magic party bag of sparkly frocks. Can Rachel and Kirsty help her get it back in time for their friend's party.
Jasmine the present fairy can't conjure up perfect prizes without her magic party bag of presents. Can Rachel and Kirsty help her to find it before it's all wrapped up?
Melodie the music fairy can't hit the high notes without her magic party bag of tunes. But a tinkling piano and some clashing cymbals might help Rachel and Kirsty to rescue it.
Everyone in Fairyland is busy preparing for the King and Queen's 1000th jubilee. But Jack Frost plans to make trouble by stealing the party fairies' magic party bags.
Saffron the Yellow Fairy is stuck in a very sticky situation. Rachel and Kirsty must follow a twisting trail of lemony dust to find her.
Jack's telescope was fun, until Susie claimed her half share. But old feuds were forgotten once Janet glimpsed strange happenings at Torling Castle.
Izzy (also called Inky) the Indigo Fairy is up to her usual mischief. Rachel and Kirsty must fly to the luscious Land of Sweets and bring her back to the pot.
Amber the Orange Fairy is trapped tight in an unusual place. Can the fluffy feather really help Rachel and Kirsty rescue her?
There's trouble afoot in Fairyland. Jack frost has stolen the Weather Fairies' magic feathers and now it's snowing in summer.
Zack Freeman is ready to tell his story. The story of a boy and his crazy runaway bum. The story of a crack bum-fighting unit called the B-team, a legendary Bum Hunter and his formidable daughter, and some of the biggest, ugliest and meanest bums ever...
When George and Harold hypnotize their principal into thinking that he is the superhero Captain Underpants, he leads them to the lair of the nefarious Dr. Diaper, where they must defeat his evil robot henchmen.
"Escapades of a lucky little girl who lives with a horse and a monkey - but without any parents - at the edge of a Swedish villageâ--Provided by publisher.
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