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The spellbinding sequel to Tom Fletcher's bestselling magical adventure, The Christmasaurus.
'She is the best-kept Christmas secret of all,' whispered Santa Claus. 'Which is surprising, because Christmas itself would not exist without her. She is older than time itself, yet still as young as tomorrow. She is known only as the Winter Witch.'
One year has passed since William Trundle's incredible adventure with the most extraordinary dinosaur: the Christmasaurus. Now, William is swept back to the magical North Pole, where he meets the mysterious, icy Winter Witch - whose power to control time allows Santa Claus to make the long journey all around the world every Christmas Eve.
And when they learn that the fate of Christmas itself hangs in the balance, William and the Christmasaurus must work with the Winter Witch to protect it...
Full of magic and music, humour and heart, and a friendship like no other, The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch is the most enchanting Christmas read for the whole family.
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Home Home
(Paperback)
Lisa Allen-Agostini
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Bestselling author Tom Fletcher has re-invented his beloved
Christmas story The Christmasaurus as a rhyming picture-book
adventure for younger readers to enjoy - now in paperback! Santa
and his reindeer live as north as you can go, in a place that's
full of magic (and quite a lot of snow!). But Santa and his
reindeer do not live there on their own, for there's a special
dinosaur that also calls it home . . . The Christmasaurus wants
more than anything to be able to fly, and help pull Santa's sleigh
across the sky on Christmas Eve. But flying turns out to be much
harder than he thought, even with Santa's help! One special
Christmas, however, he falls down a chimney and meets a
dinosaur-obsessed little boy who teaches him the magic of believing
. . . With Shane Devries' breathtaking illustrations, a
pitch-perfect, read-aloud rhyming text and two magical surprise
gate-fold pages, The Christmasaurus Picture Book is the perfect
Christmas gift.
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The Hospital Dog
(Board book)
Julia Donaldson; Illustrated by Sara Ogilvie
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Written by the brilliant Julia Donaldson and stunningly illustrated
by the award-winning Sara Ogilvie, The Hospital Dog is a
big-hearted tale about a very special, very brave dog. This board
book edition of the story is perfect for little ones. Here is a
dog, a Dalmatian called Dot, Is she quite ordinary? NO, SHE'S NOT!
After their breakfast and a swim in the sea, Dot and her owner Rose
jump on the bus to the hospital. Dot loves visiting the children of
Wallaby Ward and they're always pleased to see her too; from a
crying baby to a bored teenager - a pat, a stroke and a cuddle with
Dot cheers everyone up. But the work of the hospital dog doesn't
stop there and when one of her patients is in trouble, it's up to
Dot to save the day! Winner of the Indie Book Awards 2021, this
fantastic rhyming story comes from the bestselling partnership
behind The Detective Dog.
Third-grader Aven Green has been baking for a really long time . .
. since last week! Now Aven is ready to shake things up by entering
the exciting world of competitive baking with her friends Kayla,
Sujata, and Emily. Aven knows she's an expert baker. So what if she
doesn't have arms? That's just the way she was born. And honestly,
she's a whiz at mixing and measuring with her feet. The one skill
Aven hasn't mastered in the kitchen: working together with her
friends. Before long they are fighting over whose dessert is the
best. Will adding friends to the mix turn into a recipe for
disaster for Aven?
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Having a Pacemaker
(Hardcover)
Harriet Brundle; Designed by Danielle Webster-Jones
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Sometimes we all need a little help from our friends. Come and meet
the Human Body Helpers - our trusty team of helping hands. Find out
about the gadgets and gizmos our bodies can rely on. Whether a
friend for life or only here for a little while these amazing
assistants help us work and play - we couldn't do without
them|Sometimes we all need a little help from our friends. Come and
meet the Human Body Helpers - our trusty team of helping hands.
Find out about the gadgets and gizmos our bodies can rely on.
Whether a friend for life or only here for a little while these
amazing assistants help us work and play - we couldn't do without
them
I love being me, because me is an awesome thing to be! Emma has
limb differences, but different isn't bad, sad, or strange. It's
just different! But when some accessibility problems get in the way
at the local art museum, it ruins the fun of a class trip...and
then Emma's friend Charley makes things even worse! In the middle
of a really bad day, Emma has to call upon her sense of inner
awesome to stand up for herself and teach everyone a lesson about
the transformative power of feeling awesome in your own skin. Amy
Webb's follow-up to When Charley Met Emma, Awesomely Emma will have
all kids cheering as they learn to see the inner awesome in
themselves and those around them.
Have you ever been told you are chatty or fidgety at school? Do you
have a constantly whirring mind? Do you 'tune out' and daydream or
find it hard to pay attention? ADHD can impact your life in many
ways. This positive, self-affirming guide will increase your
knowledge about ADHD and empower you in your daily life. The
chapters are full of tips, tricks and life hacks so you can better
manage your time, harness your creativity, energy and enthusiasm,
and make more time for fun! Reflection activities and quizzes will
help you better understand yourself and learn strategies on how to
manage the intense emotions of rejection sensitivity. You'll learn
the fundamentals of great self-care and how to look forward to life
beyond school. Learn how ADHD brains work, and tricky concepts like
executive functioning. Quick chapter summaries let you pick which
sections are most relevant to you right now, and the strategies and
visuals are designed for ADHD brains and can be used with support
from parents, mentors or teachers. The Teenage Girl's Guide to
Living Well with ADHD gives you all you need to build on your
strengths and overcome challenges to fully embrace who you are and
live your best life.
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Wearing Glasses
(Hardcover)
Harriet Brundle; Designed by Danielle Rippengill
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Sometimes, we all need a little help from our friends. Come and
meet the Human Body Helpers, our trusty team of helping hands. Find
out about the gadgets and gizmos our bodies can rely on. Whether a
friend for life or only here for a little while, these amazing
machines help us work and play, we couldn't do without them! This
fun and factual series teaches children about the equipment they
might need to help them with injuries, illnesses or disabilities,
presented in a friendly and informative way.
"Fans of R.J. Palacio's Wonder will appreciate this feel-good story
of friendship and unconventional smarts." -Kirkus Reviews Ally has
been smart enough to fool a lot of smart people. Every time she
lands in a new school, she is able to hide her inability to read by
creating clever yet disruptive distractions. She is afraid to ask
for help; after all, how can you cure dumb? However, her newest
teacher Mr. Daniels sees the bright, creative kid underneath the
trouble maker. With his help, Ally learns not to be so hard on
herself and that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. As her
confidence grows, Ally feels free to be herself and the world
starts opening up with possibilities. She discovers that there's a
lot more to her-and to everyone-than a label, and that great minds
don't always think alike. The author of the beloved One for the
Murphys gives readers an emotionally-charged, uplifting novel that
will speak to anyone who's ever thought there was something wrong
with them because they didn't fit in. This paperback edition
includes The Sketchbook of Impossible Things and discussion
questions. A New York Times Bestseller! * "Unforgettable and
uplifting."-School Library Connection, starred review * "Offering
hope to those who struggle academically and demonstrating that a
disability does not equal stupidity, this is as unique as its
heroine."-Booklist, starred review * "Mullaly Hunt again paints a
nuanced portrayal of a sensitive, smart girl struggling with
circumstances beyond her control." -School Library Journal, starred
review
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Padapillo
(Paperback)
Valerie Abbott; Illustrated by Gina Wojtysiak; Designed by Crystal Cregge
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SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE! A powerful, unforgettable
graphic novel from the world of Wonder, by globally bestselling and
award-winning author R J Palacio. To the millions of readers who
fell in love with R J Palacio's Wonder, Julian is best-known as
Auggie Pullman's classroom bully. White Bird reveals a new side to
Julian's story, as Julian discovers the moving and powerful tale of
his grandmother, who was hidden from the Nazis as a young Jewish
girl in occupied France during the Second World War. An
unforgettable, unputdownable story about strength, courage and the
power of kindness to change hearts, build bridges, and even save
lives, from the globally bestselling author of Wonder.
Cat is the glue holding her family together. When her little brother Chicken has a meltdown, she knows just how to calm him, whether it's scratching his back or reading his favourite book. They've always had a special bond. But with their mum working extra hard after their dad's death, Cat is struggling to keep everything afloat.
When Cat and Chicken unexpectedly end up spending the summer with the grandparents they've never met, Cat suddenly has the space to be a kid again. Gradually, she discovers that days on Gingerbread Island are full of fishing, fireflies and new friendships – as well as a lifetime of family secrets. Could this summer be Cat's chance to bring her fractured family together again?
Pssst! Want to know a secret? Want to help gifted kids harness the
power of their giftedness? The second edition of 101 Success
Secrets for Gifted Kids is a must-read for gifted kids ages 8 to 12
who want to find success in school, relationships, and life. This
book: Includes 101 awesome secrets, tips, and tricks for gifted
kids. Is chock-full of fun quizzes, activities, and practical
strategies. Covers bullying, school performance, perfectionism,
friendships, sibling rivalries, and managing intensities. Features
Q & A sections from other gifted kids and preteens. Gives
gifted kids insight into everything they've ever wanted to know
about being gifted. Proven strategies for dealing with stress
management, parents' and teachers' expectations, anxiety,
cyberbullying, friendship troubles, and more make this the
must-have guide for every gifted kid. Ages 8-12
Gloria loves to sing, dance and act in her bedroom, but not in
public. No way. Gloria's big problem makes sure of that, following
her wherever she goes and constantly reminding her that she's
anxious and frightened, that she's not good enough and that
everyone will laugh at her. Anxious Gloria worries all the time,
about everything. Until, one day, Gloria summons all her courage to
try out for a community theatre production. She marches herself to
the audition and her big problem marches right in behind her. She
gets up on stage and her big problem takes a seat in the front row
and starts to laugh at her. And then at last she yells "STOP!" and
her big problem shrinks to a little problem and Gloria wins a part
in the play.
The story offers an explanation of how sensory information is
processed using the analogy of a 'modulator', who living in the
brain has the job of receiving messages from the senses and then
deciding the best thing for the body to do. Once Max gets to know
his modulator and how to work together with him, things start to go
better for him. The workbook format is designed to allow children
to reflect on the story and working together with an adult, get to
know their own 'modulator'. Max and Me is a resource for
therapists, teachers, SENCOs, parents and children.
Marcus is so good at football that there's a very real chance he'll
be signed by Manchester United. But when he discovers he may be
losing his hearing, his whole world falls to pieces and he finds
himself having to put them back together on his own. But is this
feeling of isolation real or just a consequence of his own
behavior? While dealing with parents, friends and first
girlfriends, Marcus gradually understands that accepting the help
of others is ultimately an acceptance of self. A novel about
friendship and family, The Silent Striker explores the issue of
disability, identity and deafness, and the different ways in which
we can choose to handle it.
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Party Problems
(Paperback)
C L Reid; Illustrated by Elena Aiello
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Have you ever wondered what it's like to be Dyslexic? Learn what
it's like and about some of the tools that can help with overcoming
Dyslexia. This sweet story is empowering and will inspire you to be
the best you can be! Perfect for anyone looking for: an educational
book about kids with special needs books about kids with
disabilities inclusive childrens books books for the classroom or
for home Titles in the Live and Learn series take a child's point
of view-especially the view of children who either suffer from some
physical challenge or lack self-confidence in going about their
everyday activities. Following each story are four pages of
suggested activities that relate to the book's theme. Educational
backmatter offers advice to parents.
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Porcelain Soul
(Paperback)
Andreea Lichi; Translated by Gabriella Achihai, Julia Smyth, Scotland Street Press
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Andreea is thirteen and looking forward to taking part in a
Romanian dance performance on a trip to Paris with her friends.
However she skips school one day and gets in a car with a boy she
doesn't know. They have a terrible crash which leaves her paralysed
from the neck down. At thirteen she is forced to confront the
feeling of losing her entire reality in just one moment. This is
the story of the operations, the hospitals, the friendships, the
long long waits, the pain, the horror at her new appearance, and
the discovery of what it means to be courageous. She shares her
inner journey, which led her to re-evaluate what really matters and
which is bound to make us reflect on how much we do take for
granted in our own lives.
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