Here's double trouble because my naughty little sister's best friend, Bad Harry, is just as naughty as she is. They make secret friends with a mouse and feed it bacon and cheese, and they pretend to eat their bread crusts but hide them instead. Together they cause terrible mischief.

Explore the great outdoors with Momo the adorable border collie and his new puppy companion Boo in this bright, friendly board book! Babies, toddlers, and parents will love playing hide-and-seek with Momo. Beloved border collie Momo is back...if you can find him! In this follow-up to Let s Find Momo!, spend a day with Momo as he sets off on a nature adventure. From the mountains to the beach to camping under the stars, young readers will delight in finding Momo in unexpected and beautiful locations. Plus, Momo has an adorable new puppy friend: Boo! In this sturdy board book kids can keep the game going and learn new words by searching for objects in each picture. With stunning photographs, bright colors, and Momo s friendly face on every page, Let s Find Momo Outdoors! delivers exactly what fans loved in the previous Momo books with plenty of new sights to see and objects to find.

Esther, at fourteen, has never known love. Determined to live well, earn some love and overcome the shadow of her birth, she takes her first steps into an unknown world. A family curse, a manipulating lawyer, poverty and secrets threaten to destroy Esther's world. Are the walls of Bleak House strong enough to protect her and her new friends from such powerful forces? The reader will be caught up in an unfolding mystery, full of surprises. Perhaps the biggest mystery of all is: Who is Nemo?

Five hungry mice set their sights on a box full of rice, but danger lurks in the night. Follow the adventures of these five clever mice as they zig and they zag, as they criss and they cross, in pursuit of the prize in this delightful retelling of a classic 19th century tale.Written by Mrs. Frances A.B. Dunning in the mid-1800s, and retold and beautifully illustrated for contemporary children by Heather Lynn Harris, it is hoped that Five Hungry Mice, retold and brought to life with vivid illustrations, will revive a lost gem to the delight of children everywhere. This book is a classic that will be treasured by even the youngest of readers.

Andersen's story of the Ugly Duckling, rejected and bullied, lonely and miserable until he realises his magnificent true nature, has become one of our most cherished tales of growing up and finding your place in the world. With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English.

A 10-book box set of great American classics - adapted and illustrated editions at an easy-to-read level for young readers! From dapper parties with Gatsby in 1920s New York to sailing the ocean in search of the monstrous white whale Moby Dick, discover American literature's most iconic classics adapted and illustrated for children aged 7+. This 10-book box set includes The Great Gatsby, Little Women, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Moby Dick, The Call of the Wild, The Age of Innocence, The Portrait of a Lady, Twelve Years a Slave, Rip Van Winkle and The Last of the Mohicans.

A collection of short stories about some extremely mischievous children from the world's favourite storyteller Enid Blyton. Perfect for children aged 5 and up! Are you ready for some delightfully dreadful tales? From cheeky pixies and naughty imps to hair-raisingly horrid children and tricks gone wrong, there is abundant mischief in these cautionary short stories by Enid Blyton. These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom. Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers. Read all of Enid Blyton's bumper short story collections. New in 2022: Stories for Bedtime Stories of Mischief Makers Stories of Wonders and Wishes Christmas Treats *** Enid Blyton (R) and Enid Blyton's signature are registered trade marks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trade mark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trade mark and copyright owner.

Following Sterlings spectacularly successful launch of its childrens classic novels (240,000 books in print to date), comes a dazzling new series: Classic Starts. The stories are abridged; the quality is complete. Classic Starts treats the worlds beloved tales (and children) with the respect they deserve--all at an incomparable price. Tom Sawyer liked adventures, which means he was always getting in trouble. Searching for treasure, witnessing a murder, getting caught in a bat cave, tricking others into doing his work, running away with Huckleberry Finn--Tom Sawyers antics and mischief-making are sheer, child-pleasing delight. Every boy and girl should experience the joy and fun of this classic tale.

Introducing The Famous Five to younger readers with this NEWLY-CREATED story for children aged 5 and up!

Set in the world of Enid Blyton's best-loved series, this newly-created early reader follows Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog on a special new adventure - illustrated in gorgeous full-colour throughout by Becka Moor.

Expect all the usual excitement as the Five head off to birthday party with a very special present. Little do they know, two thieves are on their trail and desperate to get their hands on it...

The story is broken down into short chapters with vibrant, full-colour illustrations on every page - perfect for shared reading or for newly confident readers to enjoy independently.

This new title sits alongside Enid Blyton's eight original short stories about the Famous Five- also available in early reader format, illustrated by Jamie Littler. Collect them all!

• A Lazy Afternoon
• George's Hair Is Too Long
• Well Done, Famous Five
• Five and a Half-Term Adventure
• When Timmy Chased the Cat
• Five Have a Puzzling Time
• Good Old Timmy
• Happy Christmas, Five!

"It ought not to be set down as certain that a man must be acceptable to every woman he may happen to like himself." Taken in by rich relatives, quiet and sensitive Fanny never feels she is a part of the grand surroundings of Mansfield Park. Her cousin, Edmund, is the only person who pays her any attention. But when the sophisticated Crawfords move into the neighbourhood, even Edmund falls under their spell, and Fanny finds herself more alone than ever.

"A stodgy parent is no fun at all. What a child wants and deserves is a parent who is sparky" Danny has the most marvellous and exciting father anyone ever had. He can repair any car or machine that people bring to him, loves going on adventures with Danny and tells him incredible stories around the stove in the cozy caravan they call home. The land around them belongs to Mr Hazell, a rich bully who NOBODY likes, not one-little bit. So, Danny and his father concoct a daring plot that will give Mr Hazell the greatest shock of his life. But can they pull off this level of mischief-making without getting caught...?

And now there was more than ever to do, what with planning for the Christmas family reunion, entertaining a countess, playing matchmaker, and preparing for the arrival of the new hired man. Yet as those she loved so dearly started to move away, Pat began to question the wisdom of her choice of Silver Bush over romance. Was it possible to be lonely at Silver Bush?

What do doctors do all day? Meet Mr and Mrs Dr Doctor! Mrs Dr Doctor attends to Freddie Fox. Mr Dr Doctor rides in an ambulance . . . and Mrs Dr Doctor has a baby! Two enchanting stories outlining just how vital doctors are to our lives. Another classic from one of the founding fathers of children's illustration. 'An awe-inspiring legacy.' Dapo Adeola 'Treasure troves of detail.' Chris Mould 'A delight.' Sara Ogilvie 'What a talent.' David Tazzyman 'The epitome of charm.' Sheena Dempsey 'One of my favourite illustrators.' Allen Fatimaharan 'So much fun.' Neal Layton 'Zen-like chaos.' Rikin Parekh 'Extraordinarily detailed illustrations.' Arthur Robins

Enjoy the familiar family story of Noah's Ark with this gorgeously foiled edition in a chunky board book format. There was once a man called Noah who was clever, kind and good. When God told him to build a boat, he made an ark out of wood. When God tells Noah there will be a flood, Noah works hard to build an ark large enough to hold two of every animal in the world! As the storm rages for forty days, Noah and his wife look after the animals until, on the last day, Noah sends a dove to look for dry land. The dove returns with an olive branch to tell Noah the flood is over. The warm and reassuring foiled giftable book about Noah and his ark is re-told in this beautiful board book. In a lovely chunky board book format, this book is perfect for small hands A gentle re-telling of Noah and his ark, written in rhyme for maximum appeal to small children Lovely shiny raindrops across the cover make this a perfect gift for small children Each spread is packed with animal illustrations for children to point out and find

The day the Melkerson family arrive on Seacrow Island, it's a bit of a shock to their system. It's so quiet there-none of the shops and bustle they're used to. And the cottage they've rented for the summer is a little bit well ... basic. But what Seacrow Island does have is woods to wander in, fish to catch, boats to sail in, and all kinds of animals. And before long they find it has even more important things, too-adventure, fun, exploration, friends. Perhaps it's going to be leaving that's the really hard thing?

Akaka wants to catch a huge fish--but the ice bear wants to catch Akaka! Young Akaka is determined to surprise his family by catching the biggest fish they have ever seen. He cuts a hole in the ice and waits. Little does he realize that the ice bear is waiting, too--waiting for his chance to pounce. Will Akaka be able to escape?

Robin Hood is a lovable outlaw, who along with his band of Merry Men, become famous for their frequent escapades with friends and foes alike. He is constantly at odds with authority, specifically the Sheriff of Nottingham, who's committed to making him pay for his crimes. After a clash with locals, Robin Hood becomes a wanted man evading the efforts the nefarious Sheriff of Nottingham. Despite many attempts, the infamous bandit manages to avoid capture and enlist multiple Merry Men, including Little John, Friar Tuck and Allan a Dale. Throughout his travels, Robin uses his superior archery skills to protect himself and others from potential threats. With his charm and wit, he navigates a series of challenges leading to the ultimate absolution. Pyle's retelling enforces the narrative of an English outlaw who becomes a beloved hero. He refrains from early characterization that portrayed Robin Hood as a self-serving thief with few redeeming qualities. By having a moral compass, the author made him palatable to a broader audience, particularly children. The book was an overwhelming success and inspired multiple adaptions including television and feature films. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood is both modern and readable.

Jill and Eustace must rescue the Prince from the evil Witch.

Who is stealing golden apples from the King's magical orchard? Prince Ivan sets out to find the thief; a journey on which he's helped by Silver Wolf to trace first the Firebird, then the winged Horse of Power, then the princess Marya, held captive by the wicked sorcerer Kaschey. With fun activities after the story, and online audio in both British English and American English. CEFR level: A2. 800 headwords, 2405 words.

The definitive Oz experience: Immerse yourself in the wonder of Oz in this keepsake collection of fifteen titles from L. Frank Baum's cherished American fairy tale series.
This lavishly packaged boxed set includes fifteen classic and beloved Oz tales in five paperback volumes:
Volume 1: "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," "The Marvelous Land of Oz," "Ozma of Oz"
Volume 2: "Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz," "The Road to Oz," "The Emerald City of Oz"
Volume 3: "The Patchwork Girl of Oz," "Tik-Tok of Oz," "The Scarecrow of Oz"
Volume 4: "Rinkitink in Oz," "The Lost Princess of Oz," "The Tin Woodman of Oz,"
Volume 5: "The Magic of Oz," "Glinda of Oz," "The Royal Book of Oz"

Nostalgic fans of the Hiyao Miyazaki film and newcomers alike--soar into the modern classic about a young witch and her clever cat that started it all!

Half-witch Kiki never runs from a challenge. So when her thirteenth birthday arrives, she's eager to follow a witch's tradition: choose a new town to call home for one year.

Brimming with confidence, Kiki flies to the seaside village of Koriko and expects that her powers will easily bring happiness to the townspeople. But gaining the trust of the locals is trickier than she expected. With her faithful, wise-cracking black cat, Jiji, by her side, Kiki forges new friendships and builds her inner strength, ultimately realizing that magic can be found in even the most ordinary places.

Blending fantasy with the charm of everyday life, this enchanting new translation will inspire both new readers and dedicated fans.