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A humorous and heart-warming picture book written by bestselling author Timothy Knapman, with artwork by World Book Day illustrator Joe Berger!All grandmothers are wonderful and the gran in this story is no exception. She might not lift buildings or go...

Anna Hibiscus lives in Africa, amazing Africa - and today she is going o the beach with her family. All she wants to do is 'splash' in the waves, but will anyone join her?In the second Anna Hibiscus picture book from Atinuke and Lauren Tobia, Anna has...

The first spellbinding adventure in Benjamin Read and Laura Trinder's magical Midnight Hour series! 'A fantastic magical adventure featuring a cast of Ghibli-esque characters, a feisty heroine and a hedgehog. I loved...

One morning Isla and her best friend Pickle, an adorable miniature Shetland pony, receive an exciting invitation. Isla's friend Rosie is having a Pony Party on the beach for her birthday. There's just one problem -- Isla hasn't learned to ride yet! Dad...

A new edition of an outstanding picture book by one of the most popular of all contemporary author/illustrators.On Thursday morning at a quarter past ten, Joseph Kaye notices something odd about the kettle... Thus begins a remarkable day for Joseph, a...

A poignant story about a baby elephant who gets lost in a mysterious jungle, from the acclaimed Kate Greenaway Medal-winning author-illustrator and former Children's Laureate.Ernest is a happy baby elephant. But when his curiosity gets the better of him...

Louis doesn't think much of it when his mum and dad ask him for tips on how to be cool. In fact, he thinks it's pretty funny watching them bump fists and use words like 'safe', 'sick' and 'wicked'. Until Dad turns up outside Louis's new school dressed...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781984837349Author Anna JamesFormat PaperbackPage Count 336Imprint Philomel BooksPublisher Philomel BooksWeight(grams) 272gDimensions(mm) 210mm * 140mm *...

From award-winning TV correspondent Catherine Jacob, and bestselling illustrator of Sproutzilla vs Christmas Mike Byrne, comes this super spooky and super fun picture book. In a spooky house, at the top of a hill, ...

Ballet Shoes meets Murder Most Unladylike in the second Swan House Ballet Mystery! PRAISE FOR PERIL EN POINTE: 'An intriguing mix of boarding school, ballet and espionage fiction' SUNDAY EXPRESS '...

The eighth in a fantastic series of animal stories for younger readers by Waterstones Children's Book Prize-shortlisted author Helen Peters, with beautiful black-and-white illustrations by Ellie Snowdon.Jasmine's dad is a farmer, and her mum is a...

A warm and witty football tale. Baljit dreams of football stardom. When the chance of a lifetime comes along in the form of a national team's rep, he is sure that his parents will disapprove and so a chain of lies begins. Will Baljit's fibs mean the end...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781623541989Author Rajani LaRoccaFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.Publisher Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S.

Hello, baby Gemini. Who will you be? Let's look at the stars. What do you see? With rhyming text and adorable art, this Little Zodiac book shares what is special about being a friendly and fun-loving Gemini (born May 21 - June 20). Little...

The sequel to Anne of Green Gables, there are lots of new characters to get to know as well as many much loved ones to meet again in Anne of Avonlea.Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with...

Three children. One long, boring school holiday at an ancient neighbour's. One very old, very smelly cat. But when Ed and co find a box of birthday candles and make a wish, their world is changed completely. For with every candle comes a wish, but...

Katie's life is falling apart: her mum's controlling, her dad's run off, she's in love with someone whose identity she can't reveal and now her estranged grandmother's turned up on the doorstep and Katie's expected to take care of her. Soon Katie...

Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that...

The reluctant odd couple from the highly-acclaimed Skunk and Badger are back in this heartfelt, funny adventure! Buried in the heart of every animal is a secret treasure. Badger's is the Spider Eye Agate, stolen years...

From the author of the Costa Award-winning Asha & the Spirit Bird and Tamarind & the Star of Ishta comes a atmospheric, magical adventure with a stunning twist ... 'A magical stormy adventure' THE TIMES ...

The third book in this funny madcap must-read series for 7+ boys and girls. If you liked The Diary of a Wimpy Kid, you'll love this! 'My mum's embarrassing enough just being my mum, but now she's won The Voice of Feeko's competition it's even...

To one young narrator, it's the simple things that mean the most, like sharing laughter with a friend, taking family rides in the country, and kissing her mama's arm. When this poem was first published in 1978 in Honey, I Love and Other Love Poems,...

Once upon a time, a rich merchant lived with his daughter. He loved the girl for her beautiful face and her sweet heart. But after his wife died, he decided to marry a second time, and his new wife was selfish and cruel. She had two daughters of her own...

A gorgeously illustrated celebration of creativity, upcycling and Christmas magic! It's Christmas Eve at Lily's new house, but Lily misses the old one. Then, in a moment of magic, she is whisked away to the North Pole! Santa's elfbots need her help to...

A modern picture-book classic there s never a dull moment with the Large family!When Mrs Large decides she is too fat, she puts the whole family on a diet. Biscuits and crisps are out; healthy meals and healthy jogs are in. But for hungry elephants,...

A funny, rhyming picture book to celebrate Dad bears everywhere - the perfect gift for Father's Day!Ssshhhh! Don't wake Dad! Bear cubs, Obi and Nadia, are throwing a surprise party for their sleepy (but amazing) dad. They've got balloons to blow up,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781338228755Author ScholasticFormat PaperbackPage Count 24Imprint Scholastic Inc.Publisher Scholastic Inc.Weight(grams) 68gDimensions(mm) 193mm * 198mm * 3mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association Award (Picture Book) 2008. Short-listed for Colorado Children's Book Award (Picture Book) 2010.Book...

Here are Little Guy, Little Pumpkin, and Little Bird. Their grownups love them. So will you.About the AuthorVera B. Williams began her career in children's books by illustrating Hooray for Me!, written by Remy Charlip with Lilian Moore. Her beloved A...

A little girl finds courage and purpose as she transforms an overgrown and neglected garden into a place of beauty, love...and ultimately hope.About the AuthorIsabel Otter is a children's book editor and writer. When not writing, you can find her...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780689500213Author Irene HaasFormat HardbackPage Count 32Imprint Prentice Hall & IBDPublisher Prentice Hall (a Pearson Education company)Weight(grams) 408g

A collection of three adorable puppy stories to treasure, from best-selling author Holly Webb. The collection includes The Story Puppy, The Seaside Puppy and Monty the Sad Puppy. The Story Puppy: Jack forms a bond with a puppy at the local animal...

'Brilliantly entertaining & thought provoking . . . I am in total awe.' David Walliams'Proper, sparkly, witty, enticing storytelling . . . It's perfect.' Hilary McKayPacked with mystery, adventure and laughs, Noah's Gold is the exciting novel from the...

Schooldays at St Clare's are never dull for twins Pat and Isabel O'Sullivan in Enid Blyton's much-loved boarding school series.Claudine at St Clare'sEileen's mother is the new Matron and Mam'zelle's niece, Claudine, joins St Clare's and causes havoc...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780152010669Author Mem FoxPage Count 28Imprint Clarion BooksPublisher Clarion BooksWeight(grams) 295gDimensions(mm) 170mm * 188mm * 15mm

A classic Charlie and Lola picture book about tricky bedtimes from Children's Laureate Lauren Child - now in a brilliant board book!Charlie has this little sister Lola. Sometimes he has to try and get her off to bed. This is a hard job because Lola likes...

A New York Times bestseller! A GMA3 Summer Reading Squad Selection! "Ingeniously plotted, and a grin-inducing delight." -People "Will keep young readers glued to the page...So when do I get the sequel?" -Beth McMullen, author of Mrs. Smith's Spy School...

"Listen up," Bastien said, ready to divulge the plan that he and his friends had finalized. "This is how we stop those bad brothers."Bastien Bonlivre is in trouble again. His sworn enemy, Olivier Odieux, has escaped jail and is out for revenge.....

Peony Pinker is fed up with her family. Her mum's working long hours setting up her gardening business and her dad isn't pulling his weight around the house, so they're arguing all the time. Her big sister, Primrose, is stressed about her exams and...

"Riotously funny" - The Times "Brilliant" Irish Independent Gloriously silly comedy for children from Booker prize winner and bestselling Irish author, Roddy Doyle. This special edition includes THREE...