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  Are you ready for another EPIC book from the winner of the Blue Peter Book Award 2016 (Best Book with Facts)? If you ran your school, what would the rules be?Would you rather talk to animals, or speak every language in the world?...

Discover the wonders of river adventures with this pocket-sized handbook designed for young explorers. Learn essential skills including what to pack for a riverside expedition, how to identify river animals and wildlife, techniques for building your own raft, and fishing basics. Packed with practical...

Biologist and TV scientist Professor Ben Garrod's fun, funny, informative and collectable series of books about dinosaurs is the most up-to-date on the market. This pocket-size series launches with Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops and Diplodocus, introduced by Steve Backshall, and is also available in audio download. The series continues with Velociraptor, Stegosaurus and Spinosaurus, introduced by Dr Jane...

You step out of the tunnel. Banners ripple through the air while the crowd chants your name. You're on the pitch, at your local stadium.... Are you your team's biggest fan and dream of being their next star player? If so, this book is...

Did you know that fish can use tools, and that wombat poo is cubic? This animal-tastic, fact-packed guide to the world of nature contains everything the budding naturalist needs to know. Meet nature’s most fearsome predators, explore the wonders of the ocean, and marvel...

Calling all creative free spirits! The Zap! Extra Make Your Own Dream Catcher is packed with everything required to make eye-catching and mystical dream catchers, perfect for creating soothing and stylish home décor and gifts for besties and loved ones! This super-fun DIY kit...

The Little People, Big Dreams series turns its attention to the much-loved comedian and activist Lenny Henry, tracing a path from a tough childhood to pioneering charity work through vibrant illustrations and clear text. In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People,...

Casita, the Madrigal family’s house has started to crack! Can Mirabel, the only Madrigal without magic, set things right? Read this sound story adaptation and press 7 sound buttons to bring Mirabel's adventure to life! This sound books is special because: Hands on interaction...

Speed through your journeys with this book of fun travel activities! Going on a long journey? Join Dennis, Gnasher and friends, and chase the boredom away with this book jam packed with fun travel activities! Whether you’re travelling by car, bus, train or plane,...

Today, we have lots of medicine that helps us stay healthy, but it the past it was far too easy to get sick. Find out all about the hideous history of disgusting diseases. This engaging hi-lo book draws in 6th and 7th grade readers...

The past was a miserable place to be. There was a war around every corner. People were either ill or so ill that they were dying. Disaster was never far away and crime was happening all over the place. Be brave. Take a journey...

People did some weird things in the past... From mysterious myths, strange food and downright mad activities, let’s take a closer look at history and some of the past bizarre behaviours of people.

Have you ever thought about how different you are to people from the past? A day in your life may be completely different to a day in theirs. Looking back, you will see that these people had some truly bizarre behaviour!

Have you ever thought about how different you are to people from the past? A day in your life may be completely different to a day in theirs. Looking back, you will see that these people had some truly bizarre behaviour!

Have you ever thought about how different you are to people from the past? A day in your life may be completely different to a day in theirs. Looking back, you will see that these people had some truly bizarre behaviour!

Stevie Bell solved the case of Truly Devious, and now she’s taking her detecting skills abroad when she becomes embroiled in a mystery from 1990s England. Another pulse-pounding and laugh-out-loud stand-alone mystery from New York Times bestselling author Maureen Johnson. Senior year at Ellingham Academy for...

Learn about inspiring story of David Beckham! The much-loved footballer who grew up dreaming of scoring goals for his favourite team.  Little David always knew that he wanted to be a footballer. Growing up, he and his family supported Manchester United, and he dreamt of...

Piled high with heaps of activities, puzzles and even the odd prank or two, Tom Gates’ Big Book of Fun Stuff is everything you need to make the school holidays go with a bang. Fizzing with the wit and humour that Liz Pichon’s writing is famous...

Loneliness among kids is on the rise. In Marvel at the Moon: 90 Devotions: You're Never Alone in God's Majestic Universe, author and pastor Levi Lusko uses illuminating stories, biblical teaching, and eye-opening surprises about outer space to show kids that they're never alone, because...