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When Dreary Inkling Primary School’s headmistress buys some new vending machines, she never imagined that a freak electrical storm would turn them into killer robots… Suddenly, the vending machines are on the rampage! Can whizz-girl Drishya Samode step in to save the day – and unite the Tech-Heads and the Cool Girls at the same time? Age 9 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC D3N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474960243 Extent: 272 pages Dimensions: 198 x 130mmIllustrator Paco Sordo...

When Josie goes to stay with her cousin Edith, she’s glad to be starting a new life away from the shame that has haunted her family since her brother chose not to fight in the war. But Edith’s friends keep teasing a shy classmate, and when the bullying goes too far Josie faces a dilemma: if she takes a stand, will Edith tell everyone her secret? A deeply moving account of one girl’s quiet courage set amidst of the terror of the Blitz during the Second World War. This book was p...

Whatever youve heard about Darius Drake... its wrong. Some of the stories are lies, some are mistakes, and the rest were invented by Darius to fool his enemies. And I do mean ENEMIES. Not school bullies or mean kids. Im talking about real, grown-up enemies who would stop at nothing to find the legendary Dunbar diamonds before Darius and I did. So whatever youve heard – forget it. Because THIS is what really happened. Not available for purchase in the EU. Age 9 Key Stage KS2 E Lexile Measur...

Welcome to Apple Tree Farm, where every day brings a new adventure for Poppy and Sam! This collection of ten delightful stories includes a curious piglet, a naughty sheep and a silly sheepdog. Each story features charming illustrations by Stephen Cartwright, and there’s a Little Yellow Duck to spot in every picture too. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474962575 Extent: 208 pages Dimensions: 213 x 167mmAuthor/Editor Heather Amery & Lesley SimsIllustrator Ste...

Poppy and Sam are feeding the animals at Apple Tree Farm, and they’re a noisy bunch! Little children will love hearing the farm come to life as they press the pages of this entertaining book, to hear Curly the pig, Woolly the sheep, Rusty the dog and more. At the end you’ll hear all the noisy animals at once, accompanied by a jolly tune. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2J79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474958912 Extent: 10 pages Dimensions: 210 x 210mmAuthor/Editor Sam TaplinIllustrator Stephen Cartwright...

Rusty the dog has gone missing! Can Poppy and Sam find him in time for their Halloween party? Little children will love looking through the peep holes and touching the textured pages in this charming book with bats, pumpkins, spiders and the adorable animals of Apple Tree Farm to spot on every page. And of course, the little yellow duck! Age 1 year BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474935913 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 155 x 140mmAuthor/Editor Sam TaplinIllustrator Simon Taylor-Kielty...

Little children will love to wind-up the tractor and watch as it whizzes around the tracks. There are three much-loved Apple Tree Farm stories to bring to life - Scarecrow’s Secret, Runaway Tractor and Tractor in Trouble – and each story includes sturdy tracks embedded in the pages and press-out Farmyard Tales characters to complete the scenes. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2J79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474962582 Extent: 14 pages Dimensions: 305 x 238mmAuthor/Editor Heather Amery and Gillian DohertyIllu...

“Mirror, mirror, on the wall, Who is the fairest of them all?” Turn the pages of this gorgeous pop-up book and watch as the classic fairy tale magically comes to life. Join Snow White as she meets the seven dwarfs, takes a poisoned apple from the wicked witch, and is saved by a prince. A pleasure to share with little children, and a wonderful gift. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474940955 Extent: 10 pages Dimensions: 180 x 180mmIllustrator Sophie Allsopp...

An enchantingly illustrated version of the classic fairy tale, with delicate cutaways and flaps to lift. Join Snow White as she meets the seven dwarfs, takes a poisoned apple from the wicked witch, and is saved by a prince. A delightful way to introduce children to this much-loved tale. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474945646 Extent: 14 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmAuthor/Editor Anna MilbourneIllustrator Jessica Knight...

One magical Christmas night, a little girl’s Nutcracker doll comes to life! Peep through the pages to follow their adventures in this enchanting book, with delicate cutaways, flaps to lift and stunning illustrations from Karl James Mountford. A beautiful way to introduce children to the classic fairytale. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474915557 Extent: 14 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmAuthor/Editor Anna MilbourneIllustrator Karl James Mountford...

Why do camels have humps? Why do turtles have shells? And why do fish have fins and birds have wings? Young animal lovers can find the answers to these questions and many more in this lift-the-flap information book. With colourful illustrations, simple text and chunky flaps to lift, and links to carefully selected websites with videos and activities. Age 4 Board book ISBN: 9781474948197 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 216 x 192mmIllustrator Christine Pym...

A charmingly illustrated picture book about a little raccoon called Algernon and his extraordinary day at Miss Molly’s school. Algernon’s manners are bad at first... but lessons in the Sharing Studio and Listening Carefully Lab, lunchtime in the Dining Hall, the Library’s lovely language books and Good Sports Day soon have a transformative effect. Age 3 BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474922463 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 250 x 224mmIllustrator Rosie Reeve...

Why do birds sing? Can animals talk with smells? And what do their markings mean? Young animal lovers can find the answers to these questions and many more in this adorable lift-the-flap information book. With colourful illustrations, simple text and chunky flaps to lift, this is a fascinating introduction to animals big and small. Age 4 BIC CBMC A5K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474940085 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 216 x 192mmIllustrator Christine Pym...

How does the sun help us? What’s it made of? And where does the sun go at night? Discover the answers to these questions and many more in this gorgeous introduction to the sun for little children, with over 30 flaps to lift, delightful illustrations and simple text. Published in association with the Science Museum, London. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 S BIC CBMC A5K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474948173 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 216 x 192mmIllustrator Christine Pym...

What’s snow made of? Where can I find some? Where does snow go? Wrap up warm – it’s time to find out! Curious little children can lift over 30 flaps to find the answers to these questions and many more in this engaging introduction to snow, with simple explanations and gorgeous illustrations on every page. Age 3 Key Stage KS1/2 G BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474940092 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmIllustrator Marta Alvarez Miguens...

Open the giant fold-out pages of this bright, friendly book to discover some of the biggest and most amazing tractors ever built – and some little ones too. Colourful pictures show all kinds of machines, from combine harvesters to snow and sea tractors, with facts about their special equipment. Includes links to video clips to see tractors at work. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 BIC CBMC A5N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474928977 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 290 x 240mmAuthor/Editor Lisa Jane GillespieI...

From massive diggers and monster trucks to supertankers and colossal cranes, this book is perfect for little fans of big machines. The book is organised into themed pages, so children can see machines they might find at a building site, on a farm, in the water, at an airport and more. Great for developing vocabulary and language skills. Age 2 BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474952262 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 245 x 135mmAuthor/Editor Jessica GreenwellIllustrator Gabriele Antonini...

Children can discover the world’s biggest, tallest and strongest trucks in the giant, fold-out pages of this colourfully illustrated book. From massive dump trucks to towering mobile cranes and monster trucks designed for stunts and sports competitions, this book will keep any truck and lorry enthusiast absorbed for hours. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 BIC CBMC A2N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474921008 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 290 x 240mmIllustrator Mike Byrne...

Who am I? What am I? When am I? Laura cant remember who she is. But the rest of the world knows. Because Laura is famous - a dying girl who was frozen until she could be cured. A real-life Sleeping Beauty. But what happens when you wake up one day and the world has moved on forty years? Could you build a new life - while solving the mystery of what happened to the old one? A darkly twisted thriller plunging a pre-tech girl into a futuristic world. Age 14 BIC CBMC E3N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474954...

Jemima Small is funny and super smart. She knows a lot of things. Like the fact that she’s made of 206 bones, over 600 muscles and trillions of cells. What she doesn’t know is how that can be true and yet she can still feel like nothing… or how being made to join the school’s “special” healthy lifestyle group - A.K.A Fat Club - could feel any less special, and make her question her dream of applying for her favourite TV quiz show. But she also knows that the ...