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Maths is all around you, it can be seen everywhere in nature and in the human-made world. In Numbers, simple artworks illustrate each concept to…
Magic is back . . . and it's out of control. Return to the extraordinary world of Artezans, in the electrifying sequel to Artezans: The…
Maths is all around you, it can be seen everywhere in nature and in the human-made world. In Measurements, discover why we use the metric…
Jenny and her friends don't only share a love of music - the four girls have discovered they have magical powers passed down from their…
Croc Says No to Plastic offers a gentle introduction to the concept of reducing the use of plastic for young children. In this humorous story,…
Leopard Doesn't Waste Food offers a gentle introduction to the concept of not wasting food for young children. In this humorous story, Leopard often throws…
A stunning and interactive exploration of the natural world, celebrating the diversity of natural treasures under the sea and published in partnership with the Natural…
Eliza the Easter Bunny Fairy is looking forward to helping the Easter bunny this spring. But mean Jack Frost has stolen Eliza's magical charms. Now…
Discover the fascinating world of the ancient Greeks through 99 questions and answers Where did the ancient Greeks do their shopping? Why did the Athenians…
Discover the fascinating world of the Shang Dynasty through 99 questions and answers Where did the Shang rule? Why is Fu Hao so famous? And…
A stunning and interactive exploration of the natural world, celebrating the diversity of natural treasures that fill the air and published in partnership with the…
Discover the incredible ways in which animals and plants help each other, the planet and YOU to thrive with this illustrated tale of symbiosis and…
Meet Dinocorn. He's gentle, nurturing and nature-loving . . . or at least that's what his new owner - Princess Ally - thinks! Ally is…
Be surprised by the astonishing science of the animal kingdom, with Sabrina Rose, AKA Science Girl - the internet's most inspiring curator of facts and…
Meet Chick. Chick likes running around in the sunshine, squabbling with her sisters and pecking tasty treats with her pointy beak. And she loves to…
Get lost in the diverse and bustling world of minibeasts - with more to explore than you ever imagined! A Whole World of Minibeasts presents…
Get lost in the diverse and bustling world of birds - with more to explore than you ever imagined! A Whole World of Birds presents…
Be surprised by the astonishing science of the human body, with Sabrina Rose, AKA Science Girl - the internet's most inspiring curator of facts and…
A positive look at neurodiversity in today's world Everyone on our planet is unique. Our bodies and faces are all slightly different from one another…
Dinosaurs went extinct 66 million years ago, but their fossils can still be found hidden beneath the earth - if you know how to look…
Immerse yourself in the fascinating stories of ten real-life mythical creatures, exploring the legends that surround them, their discoveries and seeing how they survive today.…
Mary Anning tells the story of this key scientific figure - covering her origins from her first fossil finds at the age of ten to…
Leonardo da Vinci tells the story of this key scientific and artistic figure - covering his origins as the son of a notary through his…
Katya and the rest of the New Protectors are facing their greatest challenge yet. The wizard Daltec has been struck down by a magical curse,…
Nolan and the rest of the New Protectors are facing their greatest challenge yet. The wizard Daltec has been struck down by a magical curse,…
"A book to race through, heart thudding, cheering Maya's courage - a book to keep forever because it's so subtle, so surprising, so very special."…
A beautifully illustrated picture book, based on the beloved classic story by Lewis Carroll. Follow Alice on a fantastical adventure down the rabbit hole. With…
A collection of short Easter stories perfect for children from the world's best-loved storyteller! Go on Easter adventures to imagine the biggest chocolate egg ever,…
This book is full of fun, clever and extremely silly "Would You Rather" questions starring your favorite videogame characters and worlds. Some might make you…
We're going on an egg hunt. Come and join the fun! Where could the eggs be hiding? Let's find them everyone! Lift the flaps to…
First in a hilarious full-colour graphic novel series by the award-winning Tor Freeman, perfect for fans of Jamie Smart's Bunny vs Monkey. Come with Shirley…
Making the comparisons between dinosaurs and animals alive today! Turn the pages to discover awesome dinosaurs and amazing facts in this brilliant lift-the-flap book by…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
In Football Stories: Kane, young readers will find out how Harry Kane went from a promising youngster to captain if the England football team. With…
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Extinct Animals is a fascinating compendium of the strange and wonderful animals that once roamed our Earth. From the well-known woolly…
Inside this brand-new book about Sabrina Carpenter, you'll find everything you could ever want to know about the world's hottest new stars. Find out about…
With simple text and engaging art, this fully illustrated picture book is the ideal first read for little football fans. They'll love the story of…
Even if you've never played Minecraft - or any other videogame - before, this book will get you making your own amazing block creations in…
A funny, fresh comic-strip look at the amazing (and very long!) history of planet Earth Take a whirlwind comic strip trip through 4.5 billion fascinating…
Heaps of funny facts and cartoons about our hilarious creature companions! Humans first invited animals into their homes thousands of years ago. Since then, it's…
Wish you could hunt down a FEROCIOUS beast? Ever wondered what a REAL night sky looks like? Want to embrace your WILD side? Join Kamal…
A beautifully illustrated story about welcoming others and overcoming feelings of jealousy, told through the eyes of a little gorilla. Little Toya finds another young…
Heaps of funny facts and cartoons about the human body's most hilarious features and adaptations! Humans have developed some interesting features and reactions to survive…
Every day brings a new adventure for Professor Hoot - and a new learning experience. A new student has joined the class, and it's distinctly…
Filled with deadly secrets and the monsters you thought only existed in your mind ... You've heard of Jekyll and Hyde, you've heard of the…
Are you ready for an adventure . . . with DRAGONS? Then jump on board with the loveably wacky Granny Chortle as she whisks Presley,…
Join the kids of the Science Club and discover light through a combination of adventure, activity and experiment in this fun, story-based series for kids…
Join the kids of the Science Club and discover electricity through a combination of adventure, activity and experiment in this fun, story-based series for kids…
Best friends Alice and Leo love making things, and they're never happier than when they're working together in Leo's garden shed, which they've turned into…
A hilariously silly rhyming picture book, featuring 101 roaring, stomping dino bums! From the creators of 101 Bums - winner of the Best Laugh Out…
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about materials. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle decides she needs to build new headquarters. But it's not…
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about forces. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle has lots of schemes that she thinks will get rid…
Here comes Sylvester ... and he's ONE CHEEKY OCTOPUS! When Sylvester sees his friends having fun, he decides to have some of his own! Using…
The perfect read for the Formula 1-mad kid in your life. Written by real-life racing driver Karun Chandhok! How fast do Formula 1 cars really…
A fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! Why aren't rivers good climbers? Do you need an ox…
A fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! Where do weather forecasters hang their socks? Why do winds…
Discover the magic of losing yourself in a book with this snappy fantasy adventure story, written for World Book Day by bestselling, award-winning author Kiran…
A fun and magical tour of the world of working with food, with Billie and their very silly pet cat, Mia! Do you love food…
A fun and magical tour of the world of working with technology, with Billie and their very silly pet cat, Mia! Are you fascinated by…
Little Bear Looks After Nature offers a gentle introduction to the concept of conservation for young children. In this humorous story, Little Bear sees all…
Koala Recycles offers a gentle introduction to the concept of recycling for young children. In this humorous story, Koala isn't good at recycling, and when…
The third book in an incredible immersive fantasy series about a boy with no memories and a world that only he can save. Perfect for…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
ALAN IS KING OF THE UNIVERSE. Well, not yet. But he WILL be. An orange cat blessed with opposable thumbs, Alan is convinced he was…
Every day brings a new adventure for Professor Hoot - and a new learning experience. Today Professor Hoot is investigating what big machines are used…
See if you can spot the poos hidden in the scenes, from the rainforest to a roller disco, and bring these pooptastic number twos to…
An irresistible series about chosen family, high stakes thievery, and what it really means to do good. Perfect for fans of M.G. Leonard and Anthony…
What if the universe wants two people to be together, but they're too messed up to notice? This Next Great Love Story is a swoony…
Can the new Famous Five catch the thief and find the forgotten treasure before it's too late? Join the original Famous Five and a new…
Most people know Thor for being the super strong God of Thunder who could control lightning and rode around on a magical chariot pulled by…
A brilliantly bold, funny and spicy YA novel about female empowerment and finding your buzz. Perfect for fans of Sex Education and the Barbie film.…
From dreamy parties with toys to night-time dances with fairy folk, tuck into bed with this collection of short stories from the world's best-loved storyteller,…
In this fun and fact-filled book, Football Superstar's dynamic duo, Dan and Simon tell the story of footballing giants Barcelona, charting the club's amazing history…
Deliciously dark and dangerously addictive, Wilder Girls meets A Deadly Education in this queer dark academia YA thriller from the author of the sensational The…
Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out WHY Chameleon changes colour! Once upon a time, Chameleon didn't change colour. She was just another…
Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out WHY Rhino has a horn! Once upon a time, Rhino didn't have a horn until his…
Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out WHY Hyena laughs. Once upon a time, Hyena wasn't always full of laughter. Until she came…
Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out WHY Buffalo has horns! Once upon a time, Buffalo didn't have big, curly horns! He had…
Inspired by traditional animal stories from Africa, find out WHY Leopard has spots! Once upon a time, Leopard didn't have a wonderfully spotty coat. Until…
Maths is all around you, it can be seen everywhere in nature and in the human-made world. In Fractions, discover how we use fractions and…
Galileo Galilei tells the story of 'the father of science' - covering his origins as the son of a musician through his work in astronomy…
Isaac Newton tells the story of this key scientific figure - covering his origins as the son of a farmer through his work in mechanics,…
Giraffe Saves Water offers a gentle introduction to the concept of not wasting water for young children. In this humorous story, Giraffe is always wasting…
Lemur Saves Energy offers a gentle introduction to the concept of using energy carefully for young children. In this humorous story, Lemur is always wasting…
Maths is all around you, it can be seen everywhere in nature and in the human-made world. In Shapes, discover how triangles make strong structures,…
Discover the fascinating world of the ancient Egyptians through 99 questions and answers Why is Tutankhamun so famous? What was inside a pyramid? And did…
Discover the fascinating world of Stone, Bronze and Iron Age Britain through 99 questions and answers When were the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages? How…
Produced in partnership with the RHS, this fun book for young children tells all about super seeds! Plant life begins with a seed. But how…
Produced in partnership with the RHS, this brightly coloured, fun book for young children tells all about cactuses! Clever cacti are amazing. They can be…
Get outside and discover the natural wonders you can find in a wood! Whatever trees are found there, woods are wonderful places to spot nature.…
Get outside and discover the natural wonders you can find in a park! Big or small, parks are great places to spot nature. From busy…
Understand the science of the world around you by making art Can you tell the difference between kinetic, stored and chemical energy? This book will…
Understand the science of forces and flight by making art Is gravity weighing you down? Find out how to rise above it with this book…
Be surprised by the astonishing science of the plant kingdom, with Sabrina Rose, AKA Science Girl - the internet's most inspiring curator of facts and…
Be surprised by the astonishing science of forces, with Sabrina Rose, AKA Science Girl - the internet's most inspiring curator of facts and observations of…
Welcome to the Sad Ghost Club - a club for anyone who has ever felt sad or lost. We can all feel anxious and alone…
There will be times when you walk into a room and no one there is quite like you . . . It might be how…
The Five are excited to go to the opening of a brand new museum, but their visit takes a turn when they notice one of…
Fourth in a delightful illustrated series about puffins and teamwork for readers aged 5+. Muffin, Tiny and the rest of the trainees are busy learning…
Join our team of Heroes in this fast-paced, dinosaur-themed chapter book as they undertake a daring seep sea rescue to locate a missing submersible ...…
Join our team of Heroes in this fast-paced, dinosaur-themed chapter book as they dodge colossal sized creatures in the hunt for dinsoaur egg poachers Great…
A fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! How did mountains get there? Can guinea pigs really survive…
Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about the five spectacular senses that help you to enjoy and understand the world around you.…
Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about terrific teeth and hair and how to keep them healthy In Teeth and Hair, find…
A fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! How are some towns like magnets? Do people actually sleep…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
Each book in the A Dinosaur Story series follows a group of dinosaur friends who get into some sticky situations but, in doing so, helps…
Each book in the A Dinosaur Story series follows a group of dinosaur friends who get into some sticky situations but in doing so, helps…
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about electricity. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of the noisy gardener and…
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about sound. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of annoying intruders to her…
Will Jamie be bound by duty or follow his heart? The Princess Diaries meets Red, White and Royal Blue in this deliciously royal queer YA…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
Shakespeare's Othello like you've never seen it - or read it - before! Classics in Graphics: Othello has been adapted into a graphic novel by…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
Shakespeare's Twelfth Night like you've never seen it - or read it - before! Classics in Graphics: Twelfth Night has been adapted into a graphic…
Is Vinicius Jr your ultimate football hero? The Brazil winger and Real Madrid star has become a household name since scoring the winning goal in…
Nicolaus Copernicus tells the story of this key scientific figure - covering his origins as the son of a merchant through his education in Poland…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
David Attenborough tells the story of this famous figure, covering his childhood in Leicester and studies at the University of Cambridge through his work in…
Discover the fascinating world of the Romans through 99 questions and answers How big was the Roman Empire? Did all Romans wear togas? And just…
A fun and magical tour of the world of working in sport, with Billie and their very silly pet cat, Mia! Does your child love…
Discover the fascinating world of the Maya through 99 questions and answers Where did the Maya live? Who was Pakal the Great? And just why…
Meghna and Rani used to be friends. Now they're bitter rivals. Or are they? When Meghna fails to make it to the final round of…
Understand the science of forces and movement by making art Feeling a bit stuck with the topic of movement? This book will help you to…
Understand the science of the world around you by making art Does the topic of colour make you feel blue? This book will help you…
Did you know there's a machine designed to catch sneezes? Or a machine for extracting snail slime? Find out how the technology works and become…
Did you know there's a robot chef that can make 50 pizzas per hour? Would you swim with a robotic fish that gulps up microplastics…
A fun and magical tour of the world of working with nature, with Billie and their very silly pet cat, Mia! Do you love nature…
Meet the Spellcasters, who can change the world with their ancient magic and girl power! Four friends channel the magical abilities of their ancestors to…
Explore above and below the waves by flipping this reversible book! Voyage with seabirds, explore a rockpool, discover a shipwreck and meet creatures living deep…
Pop icon Taylor Swift is always in style and now is your chance to be her fashion stylist as she and her two besties conquer…
This amazing book is packed full of fun and fascinating bubble tea information. Find out how to make your own boba tea pearls, discover a…
Who are currently the best players in world football? Is Erling Haaland still the most prolific in front of goal or is it Harry Kane…
Tariq and his friends Livia and Artos have set sail to New Ethrial on a quest to find the Crocodile's Tear, a Spiritstone stolen centuries…
Best friends Alice and Leo love making things, and they're never happier than when they're working together in Leo's garden shed, which they've turned into…
Celebrate everything that is special about Elphaba, from Universal Pictures' Wicked film. Glinda and the Wizard are also featured in gorgeous retro-style illustrations that will…
It's time to put your snuggle top on, cuddle your squishies, and find out all about the cosiest games around! Cosy games include fun, de-stressing,…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
Gabby and the Gabby Cats can't wait for Santa Kitty to bring them some festive surprises to unbox! But on Christmas Eve, they receive a…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
Colour in superstar Taylor Swift as she rules the stage, dazzles on the red carpet and lives her best life. Capture those memories and moments…
Britain's national treasure Michael Rosen delivers a silly, mind-fizzing collection of heartwarming true tales perfect for bedtime. For kids aged 6 to 106! These totally…
A heart-warming true story about a baby beaver and a dam made of decorations, perfect to share with little ones this Christmas. In a beautiful…
This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…
Ever since she was a child defending against classroom bullies, Kamala Harris has been raising her hand. She raised her hand to advocate in her…
Is Sam Kerr your ultimate soccer hero? The Australian forward is one of the all-time legends in the history of the sport. She holds the…
BECOME A TOP SECRET CODEBREAKER! Welcome to Bletchley Park, once the top-secret home of the Second World War codebreakers. Here, some of the greatest minds…
In the shimmering desert, a joyful herd of camels are out to find an oasis for a drink and a play. All, that is, except…
On the first day of Christmas, Santa said: "I need . . . To build a land so very-merryyyy!" Count and sing along as all…
The Octonauts return with a new global mission - on land! Enlisting their intrepid friends from around the world as Octo-agents - and equipped with…
When you play with fire, someone always gets burned. In this cut-throat debut YA fantasy brimming with blackmail, heists, and an excruciatingly slow-burn romance, a…
The Christmas poos are on the loose! Can you find them hiding in this festive search and find? Look for them in a winter wonderland,…
Find out about money and how to spend, save and use it wisely with this fun guide to becoming a more confident you! Money affects…
Come on an adventure to the moon and back with Moon Mouse as he sets off on an epic journey through space, discovering friendship and…
A magical, festive tale of friendship, resilience and the true meaning of gift-giving. Written by Ruth Doyle and beautifully illustrated by Carmen Saldaña, this is…
A fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! What makes a volcano blow its top? How violent is…
Produced in partnership with Mencap, this inspiring book explains what learning disabilities are and shows that, whoever you are, you can and should have the…
Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about the weird and wonderful heart and lung systems that keep you healthy and make you…
Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about the weird and wonderful processes that happen as you grow. In Growing, learn about what…
A fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! How is an earthquake like a stuck door? Why are…
Meet 80 endangered animals on a journey around the planet. Cross vast deserts with caring scorpions, swim deep oceans with gentle whale sharks, hang out…
A beautiful gift treasury of twenty-four of the most beloved classic stories, poems and songs from all around the world that love to be shared…
We all know Henry VIII had six wives. But these ladies are FAR too interesting to only be known as wives. Did you know that…
Each book in the A Dinosaur Story series follows a group of dinosaur friends who get into some sticky situations but in doing so, helps…
Each book in the A Dinosaur Story series follows a group of dinosaur friends who get into some sticky situations but in doing so, helps…
Find out how to be more respectful and inclusive of others with this fun guide to becoming a more confident you! Respect is showing that…
When jealous Jack Frost steals Zelda the Gamer Fairy's magical headset, controller and console, video games everywhere begin to glitch and gaming is ruined! With…
Inspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable steps Join Rav as he finds out about the courage it takes to ride…
Inspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable steps Join Jack as he finds out about responsibility and takes little steps towards…
Countdown to Christmas with 25 festive stories from the world's best-loved storyteller - perfect for reading before bedtime! Cosy up with this cheery collection filled…
With over 100 nature poems, this gorgeous collection is an exciting celebration of the natural world and its wonders from Enid Blyton, the world's best-loved…
Get ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Kirsty and Rachel are thrilled to…
An unmissable collection of three How to Train Your Dragon stories, featuring new and exclusive short story WHEN THE WINDWALKER CHANGED. Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the…
A real-life astronaut is here to tell you what it's REALLY like to blast off into space - and everywhere we might travel in the…
From L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency and Artezans: The Forgotten Magic, comes a laugh out loud festive story about a family…
Explore the much-loved Magic Faraway Tree at the most special time of the year. This brand-new story by superstar author Jacqueline Wilson is set in…
The race to the North Pole is on! Bundle up and join Flora Stormer and her friends on a magical and self-affirming Arctic adventure. Flora…
On a dark Christmas evening, sometimes you need magic to light the way forward ... Sparkling Christmas fiction full of heart and humour for children…
Stanley the sausage dog puppy can't wait to spend his first Christmas with his new family, even grumpy old cat Cleo. But he can't believe…
This book brings the world of ancient Greek mythology to life in jaw-dropping detail. Alongside stunning photographs of ancient treasures, you'll see awe-inspiring CGI scenes…
*THE ULTIMATE UNOFFICIAL ARIANA GRANDE FAN BOOK* Discover everything there is to know about Ariana Grande, pop icon, actress and star. Follow her amazing journey…
What did one Christmas tree say to the other? Lighten up! What do snowmen wear on their heads? Ice caps! This hilarious collection of over…
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about light. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying dog by…
A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about plants. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying kid by…