If you add an adder to an adder they are prone to have a dance, they writhe around each other till the strongest gets a chance to PUSH the other down. Watch out for bossy Beetroot! Be enchanted by a Bluebell witch's thimble and spot a dive-bombing Lark or a cute Great-Crested Newt. From Adder to Wren, forty fantastic poems celebrate forty amazing animals, birds and plants and their beautiful names - which YOU can help poet Chrissie Gittins save from EXTINCTION. This is nature close up, exciting - and WILD.

A beautiful gift anthology containing forty incredible shape poems in the shape of world shapers! Learn about about Amelia Earhart in a poem shaped like a plane, Maya Angelou in a poem shaped like a bird or Francis Drake in a poem shaped like a ship. Each poem is paired with a biography, quote and fascinating fact. Includes poems about: Greta Thunberg, Maya Angelou, Socrates, Frances Glessner Lee, Elizabeth Blackwell, Florence Nightlingale, Anne Frank, Alexander Fleming, Marie Curie, Rosalind Franklin, Mary Anning, Jane Goodall, Archytas, Otto F Rohwedder Shauna, John Logie Baird, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Edison, Rosa Parks, Ludwig van Beethoven, William Wordsworth, Nelson Mandela, Albert Einstein, Beatrice Tinsley, Ravi Shankar, Isaac Newton, John Muir, Valentina Tereshkova, Amelia Earhart, Sir Francis Drake, Junko Tabei, Rachel Carson, Samuel Johnson,William Shakespeare, Ursula Le Guin, Sir John Tenniel, Charlie Chaplin, Georgia O'Keeffe, Emmeline Pankhurst, Mahatma Ghandi and Malala Yousafzai.

A wonderful collection of short stories, both traditional and modern, by 12 authors from all across Africa. Old fables that have been passed down through the decades sit alongside contemporary tales, giving a stirring insight into the continent and its storytelling tradition. The book includes maps and is boldly illustrated by Veronique herself, giving it an authentic ethnic feel.

Funny Stories for 6-Year-Olds is a bright and varied selection of wonderfully entertaining stories by some of the very best writers for children. Perfect for reading alone or aloud - and for dipping into time and time again. With stories from Margaret Mahy, David Henry Wilson, Francesca Simon, Tony Bradman and many more, this book will provide hours of fantastic fun.

This handsome and easy-to-read mini edition features eight tales from beloved storyteller Hans Christian Andersen and pairs old favorites, including "Thumbelina" and "The Emperor's New Clothes," with lesser-known tales, such as "The Sandman" and "The Jumper." Acclaimed children's book illustrator Lisbeth Zwerger's evocative illustrations perfectly capture the mood of these enduring tales.

Wonder: The Natural History Museum Poetry Book is a beautiful gift hardback collection of poetry with poems inspired by The Natural History Museum. It covers everything from the depths of space to the very centre of the earth - there are poems about the solar system, planet earth, oceans and rivers, birds, dinosaurs, fossils, wildlife, flowers, fungi, insects, explorers and palaeontologists. Each section includes an introduction and some footnotes about particularly interesting species. The museum has a collection of over eighty million objects and behind the scenes of its twenty-eight galleries crowd kilometres of preserved specimens, libraries of rare books and artworks, wonders gathered on some of the most famous voyages in history, rooms packed with pressed plants, warehouses teeming with stuffed animals and freezers full of DNA. As well as a museum, it is a state-of-the-art centre for discovery with over three hundred resident scientists and over ten thousand visiting researchers each year, investigating everything from dinosaurs to life on other planets. The collection is made up of brand new and classic poems and is illustrated with botanical drawings and engravings from the museum's collections. This fantastic collection speaks of the wonder of nature and shows us why we need to look after our incredible planet.

Die laaste vyf immergewilde Stalmaats-boeke is ook nou in ’n lekkerlees-omnibus beskikbaar! Kom word vir oulaas deel van die pret en avontuur by die Dagbreek-ryskool saam met Anri, Megan, Karen en die ander Stalmaats! Hierdie omnibus bevat die volgende vyf titels: Wegholrit Anri en die ander ruiters by die Dagbreek-ryskool is opgewonde oor die afrigtingskamp wat voorlê. Maar wat gaan skielik met Karen aan? Anri-hulle moet probeer uitvind wat fout is met Karen, voor dit te laat is ... Waaghals Die dag van die afrigtingskamp het uiteindelik aangebreek! Maar een van die ruiters in Anri-hulle se groep is ’n regte waaghals wat daarvan hou om die reëls te verbreek. Sal Anri-hulle kan keer dat sy haar toekoms as kampioen-ruiter verwoes? Perdepiekniek Ná die briefie wat Jacques by die kamp in Anri hand gestop het, is dinge tussen hulle skielik heeltemal anders. Megan reël ’n piekniek saam met Jacques en sy vriende. Maar dan kry hulle onverwags baie slegte nuus oor die hingsvulletjie Storm … Pretrit Anri is opgewonde toe sy hoor haar beste vriendin van haar vorige ryskool kom kuier. Anri kan nie wag om Nadine aan Megan en Karen voor te stel nie. Maar Nadine lyk nie baie opgewonde oor die vakansieprogram wat Anri-hulle by die ryskool beplan nie. Perdediewe Anri-hulle gaan die langnaweek Kaap toe. En Jacques kom saam om te kyk hoe dit met sy perd, Thunder, en haar vulletjie, Storm, gaan. Maar dan loop die ryskool waar die twee perde bly, onverwags onder gewetenlose skurke deur ...

A brilliant, dip-in collection of poems to be read aloud, with tips and advice on how to be the best poetry performer! This wonderful anthology is full of poems that are easy to remember and perfect for reciting out loud. It includes new, modern and classic poems, ranging from very short to long and written by a diverse range of poets from Joshua Seigal to Christina Rossetti and from Lewis Carrol to Debjani Chatterjee. The poems are arranged in order of length, making it easy to select the right poem for every level. Featuring tips for readers, teachers and parents on how to memorise poems and on performing them out loud, this book is perfect for the memorising and performance elements in the primary National Curriculum. Book Band: Brown Aimed at readers aged 7+

Just when Sir Jasper Gowlings thinks it is safe to return to his humble abode, he is horrified to find the terrifying and bad-tempered old hag Felicitatus Miserius waiting for him-with yet another collection of blood-curdling fairy tales. Frozen with fear, Sir Gowlings knows he has no choice, for those who fail to learn from the messages contained within the tome will be doomed. As he begins to turn the yellowed pages, Gowlings knows his future is at stake. Once upon a time, when witches and goblins still roamed the world and all the animals chatted amicably, a frog promises to do anything to win the hand of his fair lady. A spoiled boy must sell his cow in order to buy a pair of ruby red designer shoes, and a little swan who looks more like a goose must prove to all the other feathered creatures and the king that he is the best swan around. Unfortunately, none of the characters anticipate the surprises that await them. "Terrible Tales 2" is a delicious, zany collection of upside-down fairy tales sure to delight both children and the young-at-heart with their unmistakable life lessons and secrets to happiness, love, and success.

Short, easy-to-read stories ideal for capturing the attention of toddlers Playful illustrations fill every page perfect for keeping toddlers entertained and engaged Includes 10 classic stories, fairy tales, and rhymes designed to delight your little one during story time Wonderful gift for any occasion: birthdays, holidays, and more! Collect the series for every milestone!

Cuddle up on the sofa with this beautiful book, open the pages, and take a look!

There are lovely pictures and familiar rhymes, to share with your child before sleepytime. Join Mother Goose, kings, and twinkling stars, let your dreams and imagination take you far. A perfect book for reading aloud with your little one right before bed. An absolute treasure that will be enjoyed for years!

Collection of magical, well-loved tales paired with playful illustrations Classics included: Do You Know the Muffin Man, This is the Way, It's Raining It's Pouring, Pop Goes the Weasel, Row Row Row Your Boat, and more! Bond over nursery rhyme favorites you grew up with as a child with your toddler or preschooler. Perfect gift for an occasion: birthdays, holidays, and more!

40 inspirational stories about what humans can achieve when we work as a team. From inventing vaccines in record time to dealing with climate change, the biggest challenges we face can only be overcome when teams of people work together towards a common goal. Together We Can is a celebration of what we can achieve when human beings work collaboratively. Packed with stories of teamwork from around the globe, read about the discovery of DNA, the beginnings of the Red Cross, the formation of Apple Inc., The Black Mambas, the Black Lives Matter movement, the Bolshoi Ballet, LEGO creators and more. Reading this book will help you understand the power and importance of teamwork! Drawing on the powers of teamwork, Together We Can is beautifully illustrated by Studio Muti, a creative studio of illustrators and designers based in Cape Town, South Africa.

Snuggle up with your favorite nursery rhymes and drift into the magical worlds of all your most beloved fairytale characters. This beautifully illustrated storytime treasury padded keepsake brings together the talents of illustrators from around the world with well-loved
stories and rhymes both kiddos and their grown-ups will enjoy. Find new stories and adventures to fill your imagination every night with this bedtime family favorite. Sweet Dreams!

Short stories designed to quickly entertain without cutting into precious bedtime schedules Bond with your child through family storytime and strengthen a love for books and reading Over 50 classic stories and rhymes included: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star,
Little Bo-Peep, Miss Mary Mack, Hickory Dickory Dock, Hansel and Gretel, The Lion and the Mouse, The Ugly Duckling and more Gorgeous illustrations and beautifully written tales will bring a smile from ear to ear Collect all titles available in the padded treasury
book collection.

These colourful tales from the West Indies and Guyana are full of unusual characters, including Mr Snake, Monkey, Mancrow the bird of darkness, Anasi the spider and his old adversary, Tiger.

Die gewildste perdestories in Afrikaans!

Die immergewilde Stalmaats-boeke is nou in 'n reeks lekkerlees-omnibusse beskikbaar! Kom word deel van die pret en avontuur by die Dagbreek-ryskool saam met Anri, Megan, Karen en die ander Stalmaats! Of hulle nou aan 'n perdekompetisie deelneem, vakansie by die see gaan hou, of geld insamel om mishandelde en hawelose perde by 'n skuiling te red - waar Anri en haar maats is, is daar altyd hope pret! Natuurlik is die katterige Vinette gedurig besig met allerlei planne om die lewe vir die res van die Stalmaats moeilik te maak. En dan is daar Jacques, die ryskooleienaars se seun met sy blou oë, wat net so mal is oor perde en Anri se hart vinniger laat klop. Word deel van die pret en opwinding by die Dagbreek-ryskool saam met Anri en die ander Stalmaats! Jong perdeliefhebbers sal versot wees op hierdie reeks!

Hierdie omnibus bevat die volgende vyf titels:

* Komaan, Karen!

* Seeponies

* Roset

* Vrye Teuels

* Gevaar op Dagbreek

This cute set of six boardbooks makes a perfect gift for young children. Each book retells a classic story from the Old or New Testament, with straightforward language and appealing illustrations throughout. See Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, find out about Noah's big boat, and discover the baby Moses in the bulrushes. Meet the shepherds who were visited by an angel at the time of Jesus's birth, learn how Christ fed thousands of his hungry followers at one of his sermons, and read how Jesus lives on after death. This is the ideal introduction to the Bible for little children, who can also turn the books over to put together a simple picture puzzle!

Seventeen brilliantly chilling tales from the master of storytelling. Welcome to a strange and twisted world where the spooky, the shocking, and the positively petrifying are lurking just out of sight. A bus ride home ... turns into your worst nightmare. A quaint country cottage ... has a grisly secret. A hot bath ... swirls with blood. Horowitz Horror. It's all around you. Alive. Waiting. Enter if you dare. Horror fans will love these twisted tales from the bestselling author of the Alex Rider books.