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Series: Ancient Egypt for Kids Hardcover Oldrich Ruzicka 9788000065991 $23.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Dec 02, 2022

The amous ancient civilization along the Nile River depicted in a novelty format like never before. 2022 is the anniversary year 100 years of the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb by Howard Carter!Over 5‚000 years ago, a civilization developed along the Nile River whose sights and remnants are still enchanting people from all over the world. Huge wonderful pyramids, stone temples, decorated tombs, larger-than-life statues of rulers, tall columns, obelisks, and other memorials can be seen in Egypt wherever you look. Still, many sights are waiting ... + Read More
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Series: Bella and the Lost Ball Hardcover Katerina Svozilova 9788000065960 $22.50 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 6 Oct 14, 2022

One lost ball. And so many adjectives to describe it . . .Wanted: a beautiful ball. What does it look like? How many adjectives will Bella need to describe her ball, so that her friends can visualize it properly and help her find it? And will she even succeed?The sun is lovely and warm, so Bella runs outside to play with her ball. But where has it rolled to? With the help of a butterfly, Mitzi the cat, Ally the dog and an inquisitive bunny hopping around the garden, will Bella be able to find it?
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Series: Ordinary World Encyclopedia of Ordinary Living Hardcover Stepanka Sekaninova 9788000065939 $23.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Dec 09, 2022

A sequel to Encyclopedia of Ordinary Things, which appeared in Wall Street Journal review.We live in our houses, cook in our kitchens, relax in our living rooms. But how did people live before the invention of the bathroom? What was the bedroom like in ancient times? Did our ancestors use wallpaper? How was prehistoric laundry done, and when did people first cook on a real stove? Inquisitive readers large and small will find reliable answers to these questions and many more in this very book, so pull back the curtain on the history of the ordin... + Read More
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Series: Grandad's Pink Trousers Hardcover Lucie Hasova Truhelkova 9788000065922 $23.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 6 - 9 Nov 04, 2022

A picture book telling a story of a grandpa wearing pink trousers. Why is he doing that? Is he crazy? Or a hero? Sometimes quiet heroism can be more effective than a thousand grand gestures.The grandfather of our story isn’t like other grandparents. He wears pink trousers! And that’s not all that’s strange about him. People say that he’s a strange old codger altogether. Some even think that he’s grumpy. But as his grandson grows up, he comes to understand why Grandad does strange things like refusing to give up his silly trousers. The child rea... + Read More
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Series: The Hand Book A Complete Guide Hardcover Magda Gargulakova 9788000066004 $26.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 Nov 18, 2022

Handy hands. What a unique tool! Explore the hand from a range of expected and unexpected aspects.Did you know that sign language varies from country to country? Have you ever wondered why some of us are left-handed while others are right-handed? Can you imagine how the hand of a sculptor differs from that of a pianist or a bricklayer? Sure you can't applaud with one hand, but there are still many things you can manage with just one hand. Find out in this book with original design and tactile cover.
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Series: Healthy as a Dragon! Hardcover Stepanka Sekaninova 9788000066028 $21.50 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 6 Sep 23, 2022

Fearless princess and a whining dragon? What sort of a fairy tale is this? Not a fairy tale at all! A fully illustrated self-care guide for kids. “Ow! Ow! That hurts!” Just listen to that wailing. A little Dragon from a cave has a toothache—and no idea that a headstrong little Princess is about to take him in hand. Now, now, little Dragon, that’s enough of that! Take this toothbrush and toothpaste and our lesson can begin.The next thing we know, the weeping, messy little Dragon will be a friend for all seasons! Thanks to the Princess, he will l... + Read More
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Series: My Cup of Art Hardcover Katerina Karolik 9788000065946 $35.50 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 Nov 11, 2022

This little pop-up book by artist Katerina Karolik is about a seemingly ordinary object—the tea or coffee cup. Seen through an artist‘s eyes, however, everyday items can take on new and unexpected forms. If you are curious about what a cup by Pablo Picasso, Vincent van Gogh, Piet Mondrian or Kazimir Malevich might look like, read on! You are sure to enjoy this playful and imaginative book about an item found on every kitchen table that still has the power to surprise.
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Series: Opposites - Opuestos Hardcover Magda Gargulakova 9788000065915 $22.50 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 6 Dec 16, 2022

What is hard and what is soft? What is curved and what is straight? What is safe and what is dangerous?Learn these and many other opposites in English and Spanish in the bilingual title Opposites-Opuestos.Can you name something fragile, something fast, and something loud? And do you know what opposites are? The world around us is filled with them! When you look closely at things, you will learn that they can be cold, light, pointed, or even stinky. Each of these things has an opposite—something hot, heavy, rounded, or fragrant. And there is muc... + Read More
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Series: Patti at the Music Shop Hardcover Vitezslav Mecner 9788000065977 $23.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 6 Oct 07, 2022

Vibrant colors of tones and rhythms. A career starter for all musicians dreaming to become Carol Kaye. This picture book tells the charming story of little Patti, who dreams of being a bass guitarist.Some children like to visit toy shops, others prefer candy shops, and there are some who like going to parks. But a little girl named Patti loves to visit music shops. One very special day, her dad took her to the greatest music shop in town . . .
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Series: Upside Down Hardcover Katarina Macurova 9788000065953 $23.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 6 Dec 02, 2022

A picture book with a cute teddy bear in the main role showing us that sometimes the truth is hidden deep down and you need to be patient to get it revealed."How lovely it is!" rejoiced the bear, on discovering a strange plant in his garden. Every day he watered it and shielded it from the sun with a parasol, and he never forgot to say "Good night" to it before bedtime. But the plant didn’t react. "Why won’t you bloom?" brooded the little gardener. But little did he know what was going on underground!
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Series: What Things Come From Nature? Novelty book Radka Piro 9788000063607 $22.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 3 - 6 Sep 02, 2022

Look under the flaps and find out what does nature give us. Have you ever wondered, how long does a tree grow before it becomes the chair you’re now sitting on? Or how did cow’s milk turn into the ice cream that cools you off in summer? Explore the origin of things we use in everyday life.Have you ever wondered how many of the things around us come from nature? There are so many things, including wooden furniture, metal utensils, beeswax, and bread. We rarely—if ever—think about how diffi cult all this was to make. How long did a tree grow befo... + Read More
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Series: World of Extreme Adventures Hardcover Helena Harastova 9788000066011 $25.50 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Nov 25, 2022

„To everyone who can see the world as a big adventure.“Planet Earth is a place of extreme temperatures, poisonous creatures, impassable vegetation, mysterious caves, bottomless abysses, and loads more complications . . .If this doesn’t make you close your eyes in fear, but instead makes you dream of a total adventure, open up this book and allow this group of four brave children, with cameras, lenses, and diaries in hand, to invite you on fascinating travels at the limits of human possibility. You will get to know places that ordinary tourists ... + Read More
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Series: 4u2read All About Ella Paperback Sally Nicholls 9781800901056 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 7 - 12 Sep 17, 2022

A touching exploration of family love and the challenges of being a younger sibling, from multi-award-winning author Sally Nicholls. Sam is sick, and Ella is sick of Sam A touching exploration of family love and the challenges of being a younger sibling, from multi-award-winning author Sally Nicholls.
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Series: All to Play For Paperback Eve Ainsworth 9781800900929 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 17, 2022

Acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth tackles the increasing expense of football for working-class kids in this touching story of family, community and beating the odds. Lewis loves football more than anything else in the world but his mum doesn't want him to play. They don't have enough money for the kit and she can't forget what happened to Lewis's dad on the pitch. A touching story of loss, family and following your dreams from bestselling author Eve Ainsworth.
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Series: The Battle of Cable Street Paperback Tanya Landman 9781800901087 $17.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 12 Sep 17, 2022

Elsie witnesses the rise of antisemitic fascism in 1930s London in this gripping new story from award-winning author Tanya Landman. Political tensions are heightening on the streets of Stepney, and as Oswald Mosley comes to power, Elsie begins to see friendships torn apart Award-winning author Tanya Landman explores the rise of antisemitic fascism in 1930s London in this gripping new story.
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Series: The Bench Paperback Jo Browning Wroe 9781800901315 $15.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 13 May 25, 2022

Engage your seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers with Barrington Stoke's SEN short fiction. Bench has been specially designed for teen readers with a very low reading age of 6 and is fully illustrated throughout.
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Series: Birdsong Paperback Katya Balen 9781800900981 $13.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 11, 2022

Following a traumatic accident, a special friendship helps talented musician Annie heal and rediscover her love of music in this stunning novella from celebrated author Katya Balen. After a devastating accident, a special new friendship helps talented musician Annie heal and rediscover her love of music through the joyous song of a blackbird nesting near her home. A stunning new novella from Katya Balen, the Carnegie Medal winning author of October, October .
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Series: Bruno and Frida Paperback Tony Bradman 9781800900509 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Sep 11, 2022

Friendship forms in the midst of war between a young German boy and a Russian bomber-dog, in this poignant and gripping historical adventure. Friendship forms in the midst of war between a young German boy and a Russian bomber-dog, in this poignant and gripping historical adventure from acclaimed author Tony Bradman.
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Series: The Clockwork Queen Paperback Peter Bunzl 9781800900806 $17.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Sep 11, 2022

Sophie must play the role of the Clockwork Queen in order to free her father in this page-turning historical adventure from Cogheart author Peter Bunzl. When her grandmaster father is imprisoned in the dungeons of St Petersburg, Sophie plans to help him escape through an incredible chess-playing automaton called the Clockwork Queen. But will she be able to outwit the Empress herself? A page-turning historical adventure from Cogheart author Peter Bunzl.
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Series: Date with Danger Paperback Jo Browning Wroe 9781800901322 $15.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 13 May 25, 2022

Engage your seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers with Barrington Stoke's SEN short fiction. Date with Danger has been specially designed for teen readers with a very low reading age of 6 and is fully illustrated throughout.
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Series: The Day My Family Disappeared Paperback Jo Simmons 9781800901070 $13.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 7 - 12 Sep 11, 2022

Home Alone meets Adrian Mole in this hilarious madcap adventure from bestselling author Jo Simmons. Bob wishes that his family would all just disappear, but he doesn't really expect his wish to come true! Home Alone meets Adrian Mole in this hilarious madcap adventure from bestselling author Jo Simmons.
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Series: Little Gems Dimple and the Boo Paperback Pip Jones 9781800901452 $13.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 Oct 11, 2022

Dimple the gnome is upset and he doesn't know how to talk about it - but then along comes the Boo A charming new Gem from the bestselling author of Squishy McFluff . Dimple the gnome is upset and he doesn't know how to talk about it - but then along comes the Boo A charming new Little Gem from the bestselling author of Squishy McFluff .
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Series: Little Gems Elisabeth and the Box of Colours Paperback Katherine Woodfine 9781800900868 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 Sep 11, 2022

Painting brings joy in a moment of grief in this moving and ultimately uplifting story inspired by the childhood of French portrait artist Elisabeth Louise Vigee Le Brun. Elisabeth loves to paint, just like her papa. But when tragedy strikes she is thrown into a world of grey. Will she be able to find the colour in her life again? A moving and ultimately uplifting story from bestselling children's author Katherine Woodfine, inspired by the childhood of artist Elisabeth Louise Vigee Le Brun.
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Series: Incredible True Stories Everest Reaching the Roof of the World Paperback David Long 9781800900943 $17.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Sep 11, 2022

Join the treacherous mission to conquer Earth's highest peak in David Long's enthralling retelling of the first expeditions to climb Everest.
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Series: Fagin's Girl Paperback Karen McCombie 9781800900554 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Sep 17, 2022

Fagin's infamous gang comes to life once again in this exciting Oliver Twist-inspired adventure from bestselling author Karen McCombie.
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Series: Ghost in the House Paperback C. L. Tompsett 9781800901339 $15.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 13 Sep 11, 2022

Engage your seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers with Barrington Stoke's SEN short fiction. Ghost in the House has been specially designed for teen readers with a very low reading age of 6 and is fully illustrated throughout.
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Series: Hetty and the Battle of the Books Paperback Anna James 9781800900998 $13.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 11, 2022

A passionate campaign brings four best friends back together in a fight to save their school library in this heartfelt tale from bestselling author Anna James. A passionate campaign brings four best friends back together in a fight to save their school library in this heartfelt tale from the bestselling author of Pages & Co.
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Series: The Crooked Oak Mysteries The Horror of Dunwick Farm Paperback Dan Smith 9781800900837 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Sep 11, 2022

Animals behaving oddly, people falling suddenly ill - what's creeping around down at the farm? Crooked Oak's mystery-solving team return with another spine-tingling adventure. Animals behaving oddly, people falling suddenly ill - something strange is happening in Crooked Oak and it all started with a plane crash ... Crooked Oak's mystery-solving team return with another spine-tingling adventure, perfect for fans of Crater Lake.
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Series: Shakespeare Shake-ups Hurly Burly Macbeth Mayhem Paperback Ross Montgomery 9781800900820 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 Sep 11, 2022

Fair is foul and foul is fair bestseller Ross Montgomery returns with a laugh-out-loud, perfectly pitched introduction to Shakespeare's Macbeth. Best-behaved Beth is prepared to do whatever it takes to beat her classmates to top student, but villainy comes at a high cost Bestseller Ross Montgomery returns with a laugh-out-loud, perfectly pitched introduction to Shakespeare's Macbeth.
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Series: Journey Back to Freedom The Olaudah Equiano Story Paperback Catherine Johnson 9781781129227 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 Sep 11, 2022

From the horrors of the slave trade to a book that changed the world, Catherine Johnson celebrates the incredible life of Olaudah Equiano in this gripping true story.
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Series: Lights in the Mirror Paperback C. L. Tompsett 9781800901346 $15.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 13 Oct 17, 2022

Engage your seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers with Barrington Stoke's SEN short fiction. Lights in the Mirror has been specially designed for teen readers with a very low reading age of 6 and is fully illustrated throughout.
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Series: Lion on the Loose Paperback C. L. Tompsett 9781800901353 $15.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 13 Oct 17, 2022

Engage your seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers with Barrington Stoke's SEN short fiction. Lion on the Loose has been specially designed for teen readers with a very low reading age of 6 and is fully illustrated throughout.
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Series: 4u2read Meg and Merlin Making Friends Paperback Tanya Landman 9781800900851 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 7 - 12 Sep 17, 2022

Award-winning author Tanya Landman brings a fresh perspective to horse-riding stories with a heart-warming new series about friendship and dreaming big. When a pony appears in her garden on Meg's tenth birthday, it feels like all of her wishes have been answered. But is it all too good to be true? Award-winning author Tanya Landman brings a fresh perspective to horse riding stories with a heart-warming new series of friendship and dreaming big.
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Series: 4u2read Meg and Merlin Showing Off Paperback Tanya Landman 9781800900936 $13.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 7 - 12 Oct 11, 2022

A new friend helps Meg to realise that appearances aren't always what they seem in this exciting new addition to Tanya Landman's delightful horse-riding series. A new friend at the horse show helps Meg to realise that appearances aren't always what they seem in this exciting new addition to Tanya Landman's delightful horse-riding series. "
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Series: The Mermaid in the Millpond Paperback Lucy Strange 9781800900493 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 17, 2022

History and myth entwine in this atmospheric tale of freedom and friendship from bestselling author Lucy Strange and acclaimed illustrator Pam Smy. When Bess tries to escape her harsh life at the cotton mill, can she also free the mermaid trapped in the millpond? History and myth entwine in this atmospheric tale of freedom and friendship from bestselling author Lucy Strange and acclaimed illustrator Pam Smy.
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Series: Missing Paperback C. L. Tompsett 9781800901360 $15.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 13 Oct 17, 2022

Engage your seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers with Barrington Stoke's SEN short fiction. Missing has been specially designed for teen readers with a very low reading age of 6 and is fully illustrated throughout.
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Series: Needle Paperback Patrice Lawrence 9781800901018 $17.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Oct 11, 2022

Award-winning author Patrice Lawrence explores the harsh reality of the criminal justice system for young people in this riveting teen drama. Roo has never apologised to anyone in her life. But when her freedom is suddenly put at stake, can she bring herself to say sorry and not mean it? Award-winning author Patrice Lawrence explores the harsh reality of the criminal justice system for young people in this riveting teen drama.
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Series: Noodle the Doodle Noodle the Doodle Wins the Day Paperback Jonathan Meres 9781800901094 $13.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 7 - 12 Oct 11, 2022

Noodle causes mayhem as Sports Day arrives at Wigley Primary - and a new friend adds even more mischief in this adorable canine caper from Jonathan Meres. It's Sports Day at Wigley Primary and everyone is excited to take part, including the school's special pooch, Noodle the Doodle! A charming third serving of fun from bestseller Jonathan Meres.
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Series: Not a Good Look Paperback C. L. Tompsett 9781800901377 $15.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 13 Oct 17, 2022

Engage your seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers with Barrington Stoke's SEN short fiction. Not a Good Look has been specially designed for teen readers with a very low reading age of 6 and is fully illustrated throughout.
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Series: Picture Perfect Paperback Serena Patel 9781800900905 $13.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Sep 17, 2022

A quest for screen-free family time leads to camping chaos in this hilarious and heartwarming comedy from the author of Anisha, Accidental Detective . Sonal plans a screen-free camping trip to get her family to spend time together. But a series of hilarious mishaps make her wonder if she'll ever get the perfect family picture A hilarious and heartwarming comedy from the author of Anisha, Accidental Detective .
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Series: Classic Retellings Pride and Prejudice A Retelling Paperback Laura Wood 9781800900240 $17.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 13 Sep 17, 2022

Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy's romance comes to life once more in a stunning and truly accessible retelling of Austen's beloved classic from bestseller Laura Wood. Bestselling and YA Book Prize shortlisted author Laura Wood brings Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy's romance to life once more in a stunning and truly accessible retelling of Austen's beloved classic.
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Series: The Griffin Gate The Raven Riddle Paperback Vashti Hardy 9781800900486 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 17, 2022

Grace and Tom are about to face their most challenging mission so far Bestseller Vashti Hardy returns with an exciting new addition to her Griffin Gate series Grace and Tom are excited to begin their first mission together, but what at first seems a quiet village quickly becomes their most challenging investigation so far Bestseller Vashti Hardy returns with another heartfelt and action-filled steampunk story in her Griffin Gate series.
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Series: Conkers Resist One Girl's Fight Back Against the Nazis Paperback Tom Palmer 9781800901063 $17.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 10 Oct 11, 2022

Multi-award-winning author Tom Palmer shines a light on life under wartime occupation, in a beautifully told story inspired by the childhood of Hollywood legend Audrey Hepburn. What can one girl do to fight back against the Nazis? Multi-award-winning author Tom Palmer shines a light on life under wartime occupation, in a beautifully told story inspired by the childhood of Hollywood legend Audrey Hepburn.
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Series: Say No to the Dress Paperback Keren David 9781800900875 $17.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 13 Oct 17, 2022

Join a bridesmaid's hilarious journey to the altar in this sharp-witted story of family, friendship and embracing your true self, no matter what you're forced to wear. A pitch-perfect teen read from bestselling author Keren David.
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Series: Song of the River Paperback Gill Lewis 9781800900615 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 Sep 11, 2022

A project to re-introduce beavers brings a town together against a common threat, in this touching tale from master storyteller Gill Lewis.
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Series: Stitched Up Paperback Steve Cole 9781800901230 $17.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 9 - 12 Sep 11, 2022

The horrific real-life cost of fast fashion is exposed in this gripping tale of survival from bestselling author Steve Cole. " Tricked into working in an illegal garment factory in Hanoi, Hanh's life has become a daily hell. She is desperate to escape - but it's a path fraught with danger The horrific real-life cost of fast fashion is exposed in this gripping tale of survival from bestselling author Steve Cole.
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Series: Football Fiction and Facts Super Sub Paperback Alan Gibbons 9781800900622 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Sep 17, 2022

Alan Gibbons returns with an action-packed football story accompanied by fascinating facts and historical detail about famous substitutes. Bengo is the best player Smithy has ever seen - easily the strongest on their team. So why is he always left on the bench? An engaging football story accompanied by fascinating facts about famous substitutes, from reluctant-reader favourite Alan Gibbons.
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Series: Little Gems Supernan's Day Out Paperback Phil Earle 9781800901100 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 5 Sep 11, 2022

An unexpected family secret has hilarious consequences in this action-packed story from Phil Earle and illustrator Steve May - perfect for superhero fans. From plane crashes to robberies, Stanley's day out with his nan isn't quite going as planned. He can't use his superpowers without blowing his cover, but luckily another mysterious superhero is on hand to save the day An unexpected family secret has hilarious consequences in this action-packed story from Phil Earle and illustrator Steve May.
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Series: Football Mad Teamwork Paperback Paul Stewart 9781781129364 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 11, 2022

Teamwork can help the dream work but what will happen when Scott has to play for the other side the girls' team! Paul Stewart wraps up the action for the Dale Juniors in the climactic final instalment of the Football Mad series. Teamwork can help the dream work but what will happen when Scott has to play for the other side the girls' team! Paul Stewart wraps up the action for the Dale Juniors in the climactic final instalment of the Football Mad series.
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Series: 4u2read Ted Rules the World Paperback Frank Cottrell Boyce 9781800901032 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 7 - 12 Sep 17, 2022

A hilarious comedy caper from Frank Cottrell-Boyce, now in a standard paperback format for middle-grade readers. Suddenly the Prime Minister is repeating all of Ted's great ideas like Monday's off for everyone ... there's definitely something fishy going on! A hilarious comedy caper from award-winning author Frank Cottrell-Boyce.
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Series: The Tide Singer Paperback Eloise Williams 9781800900110 $15.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 Sep 17, 2022

Strangers, storms and whispers of legendary sea people Eloise Williams skilfully interweaves nature and myth in her stunning Barrington Stoke debut. The arrival of a mysterious stranger, a plague of violent storms and whispers of legendary sea people Can Morwenna discover the connection between them in time to save her home? Eloise Williams skilfully entwines nature and myth in her stunning Barrington Stoke debut.
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Series: Incredible True Stories Tutankhamun's Treasure Discovering the Secret Tomb of Egypt's Ancient King Paperback David Long 9781800900073 $15.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 8 Oct 17, 2022

Uncover the incredible true story of Howard Carter's world-changing discovery in this fun and informative retelling of the secrets of Tutankhamun's tomb.
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Series: Wrath Paperback Marcus Sedgwick 9781800900899 $17.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Sep 17, 2022

Marcus Sedgwick crafts a characteristically unsettling mystery exploring teen relationships and our connection to the world around us in his gripping Barrington Stoke debut.
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Series: The Wrong Wheels Paperback C. L. Tompsett 9781800901384 $15.95 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 13 Sep 17, 2022

Engage your seriously struggling and reluctant teen readers with Barrington Stoke's SEN short fiction. The Wrong Wheels has been specially designed for teen readers with a very low reading age of 6 and is fully illustrated throughout.
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Series: Say Hello? Hardcover Sung Mi Kim 9781922610492 $26.95 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 3 - 6 Oct 14, 2022

"This simple Korean import is told primarily through the characters’ dialogue and thoughts, making it a perfect choice for dramatic read-alouds and role-playing to help children empathize with others and polish their social graces." Kirkus Review"This thoughtful and funny title is sure to become a firm favourite." Children's Book Council of Australia Reading TimeHello! It seems so easy to say, but what happens if you miss the chance to greet someone and then keep seeing that same person again and again.In this light-hearted, funny tale, K... + Read More
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Series: Tish Hardcover Edwina Wyatt 9781922610522 $28.50 JUVENILE FICTION Age (years) from 8 - 12 Oct 14, 2022

“Highly recommended....Edwina’s signature text is magical, thought-provoking and leaves an impression on each page…It is one of those books that will stay in the reader’s heart forever.” – CBCA Reading Time“Highly recommended....Tish represents unrequited friendship, gentleness, hurt and goodness. A beautiful tale!”– ReadPlusWhat happens when an imaginary friend is outgrown, or worse, forgotten by the very person who made him real? That’s what Tish is bound to discover. You see, it all starts with Charles Dimple who sets out to create his perf... + Read More
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Series: Alte Zachen / Old Things Hardcover Ziggy Hanaor 9781800660229 $32.50 YOUNG ADULT FICTION Age (years) from 12 Sep 16, 2022

A beautifully illustrated and presented intergenerational graphic novel that follows 11-year-old Benji and his elderly grandmother, Bubbe Rosa, as they traverse Brooklyn and Manhattan, gathering the ingredients for a Friday night dinner.''The graphic novel format brilliantly allows us to see Bubbe in both her present and her past, allowing the reader to better understand her in all her cranky, opinionated grandeur, along with her sweet, caring grandson, Benji. A wonderful intergenerational story about the value of old things.” -- Marissa Moss, ... + Read More
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Series: I Miss You Exercises for yearning hearts Hardcover Gioia Guerzoni 9781800660250 $21.50 FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS Age (years) from 18 Sep 23, 2022

Grief can be overwhelming when a loved one passes. I Miss You: exercises for yearning hearts provides a framework for remembering, honoring, and celebrating the life of the one no longer with us, and is appropriate for ages 10 and up.''I Miss You is an artful resource for those looking to ease the burdens of longing and lighten their heavy hearts''. -- Foreword ReviewsWith a gentle and considerate style, this evocative little gift book proposes a series of conceptual activities to help the reader work through the sense of loss that arises when ... + Read More
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Series: Professor Wooford McPaw's History of Things Professor Wooford McPaw's History of Astronomy Hardcover Elliot Kruszynski 9781800660236 $28.50 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 10 Oct 14, 2022

Take your youngsters on a voyage across the universe and ignite their passion for exploring the night sky in this fascinating and imaginative guide to astronomy for kids ages 6 to 10. ''Fun and interesting with a good balance of text and bright cartoon-style illustrations, this is a fantastic introduction to astronomy that supports science and technology''. -- Armadillo Children's Magazine ''A smashing children’s book. Not only did I enjoy reading it, I learnt new things too. What could be better than that?'' -- Linda's Book Bag ''The illustra... + Read More
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Series: The Unofficial Guide to the Ancient Egyptian Afterlife Hardcover Sophie Berger 9781800660120 $26.95 JUVENILE NONFICTION Age (years) from 6 - 11 Oct 21, 2022

A light-hearted, but nonetheless informative insight into the fascinating beliefs and traditions of Ancient Egypt. Striking collage illustrations by Laura Winstone bring a freshness of tone to a subject matter that might be ancient, but never grows old.''We desperately need this book on our shelves''. -- School Library Journal/Fuse 8''This would be a hugely engaging text for classes studying Egyptians and would likely have a waiting list to be borrowed. So much to learn from this book!'' -- My Shelves Are Full''This was a great deal of fun to r... + Read More