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A magical medieval tale from two masters, Newbery Medal-winning Kate DiCamillo and Caldecott Medal-winning Sophie Blackall ¿ a fantastical meditation on fate, love and the power of words to spell the world.We shall all, in the end, be led to where we belong. We shall all, in the end, find our way home.In a time of war, a mysterious child appears at the monastery of the Order of the Chronicles of Sorrowing. Gentle Brother Edik finds the girl, Beatryce, curled in a stall, wracked with fever, coated in dirt and blood and holding fast to the ear of Answelica the recalcitrant goat. As the monk nurses Beatryce to health, he uncovers her dangerous secret ¿ one that imperils them all.And so it is that a girl with a head full of stories must venture into a dark wood in search of the castle of a king who wishes her dead. But should she lose her way, Beatryce knows that those who love her ¿ a wild-eyed monk, a man who had once been king, a boy with a terrible sword and a goat with a head as hard as stone ¿ will never give up searching for her. And to know this is to know everything.

A fantastical, botanical adventure about friendship, bravery ¿ and finding home in a new place.Fern has spent her whole life in the rainforest, and loves nothing more than climbing, exploring and talking to the trees. When she suddenly has to leave all that behind and move to London, with only an eccentric uncle for company, Fern feels entirely uprooted.But when she meets a little plant that can understand her every word, it seems that things are looking up! That is until strange things start happening in the city: giant lily pads on the Thames, monkey vines on the London Eye, and now her new friend is starting to wilt¿Can they solve this growing mystery together ¿ before it¿s too late?"I think kids are going to go wild about this book! It¿s a real page-turner with oodles of heart ¿ pacy, intriguing and full of fun." Sophie Kirtley, author of The Wild Way Home

Celebrate the beauty and diversity of life in the Arab diaspora throughout the year. Wrapping grape leaves, playing doumbek, drawing henna tattoos,we‿re Arab, Arab, Arab, the whole year through!Yallah! From January to December, join some busy kids as they partake in traditions old and new. There‿s so much to do, whether it‿s learning to write Arabic or looking at hijab fashion sites while planning costumes for a local comic convention. With details as vivid as the scent of jasmine and honeysuckle perfume (made to remind Mum of Morocco), children bond with friends, honour tradition, and spend loving time with family. Accompanied by buoyant and charming illustrations, this portrait of Arab life and childhood zeal is sure to bring joy all year round. Back matter includes an extensive glossary and notes to enrich the experience for readers of any culture.

What goes around comes around in this farmyard tale about the contagiousness of kindness. Hen gives Pig an unexpected present. "How kind!" says Pig. Pig is so touched, in fact, that he decides to do something kind too. So Pig gives Rabbit a gift. "How kind!" says Rabbit, who does something kind for Cow, who is kind to Cat, who wants to be kind in turn. Where will all of this kindness lead?

New in the hilarious JOHNNY BALL series, shortlisted for the Children‿s Sports Book Award. Johnny Ball, 9-year-old football manager, has a new challenge: to take the Tissbury Tigers all the way, and win the WORLDIES! But superstar striker Daniel is injured and the squad is FOUR players short. So Johnny is switching his football brain into travel mode ‿ here comes Johnny Ball, INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL GENIUS!

Introducing 'Ultimate Cricket Superstars', a captivating book penned by the talented author, Matt Oldfield. Published recently in 2022, this book is a must-read for all cricket enthusiasts and fans of sports literature. Delving into the lives and careers of cricket's greatest players, it offers an unprecedented insight into the world of cricket. The book is an amalgamation of thrilling narratives, vivid descriptions, and in-depth analysis, making it an engaging read. It's an intriguing exploration of the sport, its superstars, and their journeys, making it a perfect addition to any sports lover's collection. Published by the renowned Walker Books Ltd, this book promises to be an exciting journey through the world of cricket. So, gear up to dive into the world of cricket like never before with 'Ultimate Cricket Superstars'.

A bright and adorable tabbed board book featuring first words all to do with a day in town, from a trip to the library, to shopping, to the park, to lunch at a café and more!Join Maisy for a day trip to her local town. Each spread is themed around different shops and locations: the library, the post office, the garden centre, the supermarket, a café and more! With bright, colourful, clearly labelled pictures to help broaden vocabulary and understanding, and bold, easy-to-use tabs which are perfect for helping little ones to locate their favourite pages again and again. Early learning is so much fun!

A heartwarming, tenderly witty debut about belief ‿ in friendship, in yourself and, maybe, in just a little magic. “I don‿t know exactly how wishes work. But I knew a man that did.â€? Phyll is having a difficult summer. Her family has moved to the seaside, but it‿s a long way from perfect. Her mum is sick, she has an enemy called Hilda, and someone is stealing dogs. Then Phyll meets Mr Djinn ‿ a wise old man who insists he‿s a genie. It‿s a tough claim to believe, until Phyll starts wishing for change‿

Dance yourself happy with the second, samba spectacular picture book by dancing superstar, Oti Mabuse. It‿s time for Oti‿s dance class! Join Oti and her class for their first dance show, and learn “The Lion Sambaâ€? in ten easy steps. The children are excited to return to dance class with Mrs Oti and waste no time preparing for their animal-themed dance show. Mrs Oti teaches them all about animal movements and how they can be used in their dance. From stomping like an elephant, stretching up high like a giraffe or even shaking your mane like a lion, there‿s so much fun to be had. But when disaster strikes on the day of the show, it seems like all of their hard work has been for nothing. Luckily for the children, Mrs Oti is on hand, and soon they realize that a little bit of courage can go a long way. Written by Strictly Come Dancing superstar, Oti Mabuse, this heartwarming picture book will dance into the hands of families who have loved watching Oti on-screen.

A fast-paced fantasy adventure set in a broken, future England, following the further exploits of the outlaws Scarlett and Browne.Scarlett McCain and Albert Browne have outwitted their pursuers and escaped into the wilderness once more, and it¿s not long before they become famous for their audacious heists across the Seven Kingdoms. Yet neither is fully able to escape the shackles of the past ¿ as they discover when a dangerous job turns sour. Soon old enemies and sinister new threats are pressing in on every side, and Scarlett and Browne must pull off an impossible mission and strike out against The Faith Houses and the Brothers of the Hand if they are to save the people they hold most dear.Praise for The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne:¿You won't be able to put this down. A classic in the making.¿ ¿ Eoin Colfer¿Perfectly paced, beautifully written and bursting with black humour and bold ideas.¿ ¿ Philip Reeve¿¿Imaginative, original, taut and with multi-layered protagonists... A wild ride.¿ ¿ Jo Cotterill¿Scarlett and Browne is phenomenal, unputdownable storytelling of the highest order.¿ ¿ Piers Torday

Comedy chaos breaks loose when two brothers¿ imaginary monsters come to life ¿ in the supermarket! A laugh-out-loud adventure for fans of Dogman, the Treehouse series and Pamela Butchart books.All the adults are freaking out. Giant monsters are smashing up supermarkets across the country. The army can¿t stop them and the prime minister is hiding in panic. A colossal six-headed gingerbread man, a massive emoji poo, a gigantic bouncing bum¿ Top scientists have no idea where they come from ¿ or why they seem to hate supermarkets so much. But nine-year-old Otis has an idea. The creatures are exactly the same as drawings by his five-year-old brother, Jago: what if Jago brought his crazy creations to life with a magic pen? But their parents won¿t listen, so it¿s up to Otis and his pals to sort this monster mess out!

A magical adventure rooted in Muslim culture and tradition, Nura and the Immortal Palace follows a young girl¿s journey from modern-day Pakistan into the world of the jinn.Nura has worked all her life in the mica mines, earning just enough to keep her family afloat ¿ and enjoy the odd delicious gulab jamun from the market. Some day she¿s going to find the Demon¿s Tongue, a legendary treasure buried deep in the mines, and her family will never have to worry about money again.But when a terrible accident buries her best friend below ground, Nura goes in search of him and passes over into the magical and terrible world of the jinn. Across a pink sea and under a purple sky, she finds her way to a palace, where great riches and a whole new life are on offer.But it¿s not long before Nura discovers this world to be as unfair as the real one, and that trickster jinns will always live up to their reputation¿

The Antarctica awaits in this fast-paced adventure starring a plucky new heroine. Pearly must face her fears to save her parents, her pet pig, and the day!Pearly Woe is a worrier. She worries about everything, especially that she¿ll never be brave enough to become a member of the top-secret group of stealth adventurers ¿ The Adventurologists¿ Guild. Pearly also has a special talent ¿ she can talk to animals. Her favourite animal to talk to is her pet pig, called Pig. But with her parents missing, Pig pig-napped and Pearly a stowaway on an icebreaker heading for Antarctica, Pearly¿s worries just got REAL.

From the bestselling author of Wonderscape and The Uncommoners, comes this fast-paced gaming adventure through the universe's greatest legends.PLAY THE GAME. BRAVE THE LEGEND.Arthur, Ren and Cecily are stuck in Legendarium in the year 2493, where the secretive villain Deadlock has discovered dangerous time-travel technology.To save the universe, the friends must enter the deadly Irontide Tournament, where legends are real and one wrong move could cost them their lives...PRAISE FOR LEGENDARIUM"A wonder of an adventure - Jennifer's storytelling has everything I want; excitement, power and heart." Jasbinder Bilan"Sharp, fast-paced and full of heart ... Arthur, Ren and Cecily are adventuring once more in this warm and witty pageturner of a sequel. I love it!" Elle McNicoll"Legendarium does not disappoint. In fact, it grabs you from page one. With a furious pace and mind-boggling concepts, it's the very definition of a BLOCKBUSTER." Phil Earle"Legendarium is clever, fast-paced, action-packed, and lots of fun - grab your time-key and jump right in!" Sinéad O'Hart"A fantastic, futuristic adventure! With courageous characters and historical legends galore, it's more immersive than any video game!" Ellie Irving"A thrilling, exciting, jam-packed adventure, full of friendship, danger and heart-stopping moments. I am in awe of Jennifer Bell's writing." Mel Taylor-Bessent"A fantastically imaginative and exciting adventure, starring three young heroes who deserve to become legends and the best robot dog ever." Stephanie BurgisPRAISE FOR WONDERSCAPE"An expertly crafted, breakneck speed adventure." BookTrust"A whirlwind of fun and mystery across space and time." Thomas Taylor, author of Malamander"Eight-plus readers with a taste for adventure and science will immerse themselves in the Uncommoners author Jennifer Bell's exciting new Wonderscape" - "Books of the Month", Guardian"A breakneck sci-fi romp that's perfect for gamers, puzzle fiends and fact-fans." Ross Montgomery, author of The Midnight Guardians"Bell puts a clever and highly inventive spin on the middle-grade fantasy adventure." The Bookseller"A fun-filled, character-driven, fast-paced, vibrant story ... together with its thought-provoking, science-embracing and hero-referencing narrative, it will almost certainly win both hearts and minds." 'Children's Book of the Week', Press Association"A wonderful mash up of video game and history." Angels & UrchinsFeatured in The Week Junior's '5 books for fans of gaming'

Twas the Night Before Pride is a captivating novel penned by the talented Joanna McClintick. This book, published in 2022, is a unique blend of genres that will leave readers eager for more. Set on the eve of a Pride festival, the story takes you on an unforgettable journey of love, acceptance, and celebration. Published by the esteemed Walker Books Ltd, this novel is a testament to McClintick's storytelling prowess and her ability to craft characters that resonate with readers. Twas the Night Before Pride is more than just a book; it's a celebration of diversity and a call to embrace our true selves. Don't miss out on this remarkable read.

Tola may be small, but she's very determined!Too Small Tola lives in a flat in Lagos with her sister, Moji, who is very clever, her brother, Dapo, who is very fast, and Grandmummy, who is very bossy. One day Tola discovers the secret of multiplication and division. She is so happy!But then there is news of a deadly virus, and news of lockdown too. Moji goes away to live and study with her teacher and Dapo goes off to live and work with his boss. Grandmummy cannot go out to work so Tola does instead.Tola goes to live with a wealthy couple, the Diamonds. She cleans and washes and scrubs, scrubs, scrubs. She befriends the other workers too. But she soon learns that even the wealthy Dimonds have problems of their own. And when it comes to solving them, Tola proves once again how kind and clever, mighty and resourceful she truly is.

Ten stunningly illustrated pop-ups bring the magnificent reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to life in this exquisite cut-paper souvenir. Find out more about Queen Elizabeth II's fascinating life, from her childhood to her wedding and ground-breaking coronation to both her family life and state duties.