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The Green Balloon
(Hardcover)
Marilyn Pascotti; Illustrated by Carina Pascotti
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R608
R552
Discovery Miles 5 520
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For the ultimate Grade 9-1 GCSE English Literature exam
preparation, look no further than this brilliant CGP Workbook for
George Orwell's novel Animal Farm. It's packed with questions on
the plot, characters, context, themes and the writer's techniques -
with answers at the back. We've also included a section of
exercises to help students practise the skills they'll need for the
exam, exam-style questions and there's even a cartoon that
summarises the whole plot. This Workbook is matched to CGP's Animal
Farm Text Guide (9781847626677).
In Poems to Fall in Love With Chris Riddell has selected and illustrated his very favourite classic and modern poems about love.
This gorgeously illustrated collection, Chris's follow-up to one of the Bookseller's best poetry books of the last 25 years, Poems to Live Your Life By, celebrates love in all its guises, from silent admiration through passion to tearful resignation. These poems speak of the universal experiences of the heart and are brought to life with Chris's exquisite, intricate artwork.
This perfect gift features famous poems, old and new, and a few surprises. Classic verses sit alongside the modern to create the ultimate collection. Includes poems from Neil Gaiman, Nikita Gill, Carol Ann Duffy, E. E. Cummings, Shakespeare, Leonard Cohen, Derek Walcott, Hollie McNish, Kate Tempest, John Betjeman and Roger McGough and many more.
Uncover the stories from one of the greatest-novelists of all time
in this beautiful anthology of tales from Charles Dickens,
rewritten and adapted in an accessible way for children. This book
introduces children to eight of Dickens' greatest works,
accompanied by beautiful, colourful illustrations which breathes
new life into these timeless classics. Includes favourites such as
Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol, David Copperfield, and Great
Expectations. A timeline at the back shows when each story was
written, and gives facts about Dickens' life. Revisit your
favourite Dickens stories and introduce his legacy to next
generation of readers with this beautiful first introduction to
some of the greatest stories all time. Includes: Oliver Twist The
Old Curiosity Shop David Copperfield Great Expectations Hard Times
A Christmas Carol Nicholas Nickleby Tale of Two Cities The World
Full of... series is a collection of beautiful hardback story
treasuries. Discover folktales from all around the world or be
introduced to some of the world's best-loved writers with these
stunning gift books, the perfection addition to any child's
library. Also available from the series: A Year Full of Stories, A
World Full of Animal Stories, A Stage Full of Shakespeare Stories,
A World Full of Spooky Stories, A Year Full of Celebrations and
Festivals and A Bedtime Full of Stories.
Thirteen-year-old Martin and his younger brother Charlie are on a very special journey. They're going to be travelling 421 miles all the way from Preston to the very tip of Cornwall. By train, bus and taxi, they are determined to get there in the end; and they're hoping to catch a glimpse of the dolphin that regularly visits the harbour there. But is that the only reason they are going?
It's a journey that's full of challenges and surprises. Martin adores his brother Charlie but he's not like ordinary kids. He's one in a million. He was born far too early, and ought to have died. And cheeky, irrepressible, utterly unique Charlie is always keeping Martin on his toes - especially on this crazy trip they are now on. Martin is doing his best to be a good big brother, but it's hard when there's something so huge coming once they get to Cornwall ...
An unforgettable novel that is by turns funny and heartbreaking.
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Space Rocks
(Paperback)
Ian Billings, Chris White
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R180
R163
Discovery Miles 1 630
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Want a close encounter of the absurd kind? Then blast off with
these asteroides from across the looney-verse.
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The Grumpface
(Hardcover)
B C R Fegan; Illustrated by Daniela Frongia
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R519
Discovery Miles 5 190
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A new centenary gift edition of the much-loved collection of folk
and fairy tales from Sweden, illustrated by acclaimed artist John
Bauer. From good natured Scandinavian trolls through giants,
tomtes, shepherd boys and princesses, the twenty-three classic
stories by well-known authors such as Elsa Beskow and Anna
Wahlenberg are delightfully told, full of adventure and magic with
clever, resourceful children outwitting fairytale villains. John
Bauer's art -- renowned for its detail, character and subtle humour
-- has never looked more luminous and evocative than in this
gorgeously produced edition. Twenty extra pictures have been added
along with a wonderful illustrated biography of Bauer, celebrating
his work and life one hundred years after his premature death. The
book has a foiled cover and ribbon marker, perfect for gifting.
This treasury will be cherished for generations to come and loved
by children, parents and grandparents alike.
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