Y'Tin is brave.
No one in his village denies that--his mother may wish that he'd spend more time on school work than on elephant training, but still she knows that it takes a great deal of courage and calm to deal with elephants the way that Y'Tin does. He is almost the best trainer in the village--and, at twelve-years old, he's certainly the youngest. Maybe he'll even open up his own school some day to teach other Montagnards how to train wild elephants? That was the plan anyway--back before American troops pulled out of the Vietnam War, back before his village became occupied by Viet Cong forces seeking revenge, back before Y'Tin watched his life change in a million terrible ways.
Now, his bravery is truly put to the test: he can stay in his village, held captive by the Viet Cong or he can risk his life (and save his elephant's) by fleeing into the jungle. The Montagnards know their surroundings well. After all, this is why Y'Tin's village had become loyal US allies during the war, having been tapped by Special Forces for their tracking skills and familiarity with the jungle. But that also means that Y'Tin knows how unsafe it can be--and how much danger he is in if he chooses to head out with no destination in mind.
At once heartbreaking and full of hope, Newbery Medal-winning author Cynthia Kadohata's exploration into the depth of the jungle and the not-so-distant past brings us close to a world few people know about--and none will ever forget. Y'Tin's story is one of lasting friendships, desperate choices and all that we lose when we are forced to change.

A fantastic football story, perfect for children learning to count, from Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo. Spinderella the spider has a passion for football! She tries to play a match with her brothers and sisters but she doesn't know how many spiders should be on each team. Even worse, she can't count the goals! Luckily for Spinderella, her Hairy Godmother has a plan ... Football, spiders and counting - what's not to love! The perfect picture book for children of all ages - boys and girls alike.

The wood is full of wildlife! Adventure with Hetty Hedgehog,Bobby Blackbird, Rosy Rabbit and Felix Fox in this brilliant activity and sticker book published in collaboration with Woodland Trust, the UK's largest woodland conservation charity.

Help ladybirds find their spots, make your own leaf crown,and even create a bird feed cookie. Complete all the activities and collect each sticker badge as you go. By the end of this amazing activity book you will be a Nature Detective too!

Woodland Trust is a conservation charity covering over 1,000 sites and 26,000 hectares of UK's woodland. They protect and restore ancient woodland for the benefit of wildlife and people for a UK rich in native woods and trees.

A gorgeous new picture book celebrating the joy of spring based on the Emmy-award winning TV series The Adventures of Paddington! Something very exciting is going on at the City Farm - three eggs are about to hatch and it's Paddington and his friends' job to watch over them. The trouble is that Paddington's egg is taking rather a long time to hatch! Will he be able to stay awake?

Find out about the circle of life in Earth's amazing pond habitats. Explore Ecosystems: Pond dives into the diverse wonder of a pond biome. This habitat is home to frogs, ducks, dragonfly, kingfishers and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through the lives of these animals. It explores how ocean life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the weather, rocks and mud. The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up. Titles in the series In a Desert In an Ocean In a Pond In a Rainforest On a Savannah In a Tree

Lift the lid on eight animal habitats to see the extraordinary natural stories that happen above and below the surface. From the rainforest to the ocean and the macro to the micro, lift the flap to explore the fascinating relationships occurring in each of the world's ecosystems.

From Number One bestselling author David Walliams comes a hilarious and heartwarming picture book, brilliantly illustrated by the artistic genius, Tony Ross.

Up at the North Pole, a big furry polar bear is swimming, fishing and eating. But when she nods off and finds herself far from home, she thinks things can’t get any worse.

But they can…

Much worse!

An outrageously funny picture book with an incredibly heartwarming message about celebrating difference – in all its forms.

DISCOVER AND CHERISH THIS BEAUTIFUL HARDBACK 40th ANNIVERSARY ILLUSTRATED EDITION OF THE BELOVED MODERN CLASSIC, WAR HORSE. Before the Steven Spielberg film, before the National Theatre production, there was the classic and nation's favourite children's novel... In the deadly chaos of the First World War, one horse witnesses the reality of battle from both sides of the trenches. Bombarded by artillery, with bullets knocking riders from his back, Joey tells a powerful story of the truest friendships surviving in terrible times. One horse has the seen the best and the worst of humanity. The power of war and the beauty of peace. This is his story. With a stunning new cover from fine arts photographer, Nine Francois and chapter illustrations from award-winning war artist, George Butler. National treasure, Michael Moropurgo's, War Horse was adapted by Steven Spielberg as a major motion picture with Jeremy Irvine, Emily Watson, and Benedict Cumberbatch. The National Theatre production opened in 2007 and has enjoyed successful runs in the West End and on Broadway.

Trumpeting elephants Towering giraffes Discover the animals slithering, stalking, and stampeding through the jungles and grasslands of Africa.

What would happen if a wolverine and a Tasmanian devil had a fight? Who do you think would win?

This nonfiction reader compares and contrasts two ferocious mammals. Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior, and more. Then compare and contrast the battling animals before finally discovering the winner!

This nonfiction series is full of facts, photos, and realistic illustrations, and it includes a range of mammals, sea creatures, insects, and dinosaurs to satisfy all kinds of animal fans.

Erin Hunter's #1 bestselling Warriors series continues! Discover more epic adventure in this second book in the Starless Clan arc. Disaster has struck at the heart of RiverClan, leaving its warriors and its new medicine cat apprentice scrambling to protect their Clan-even if it means lying to the others. But at a time when the warrior code itself is shifting, no Clan is truly at peace... or truly safe. Packed with action and intrigue, this seventh Warriors series is a perfect introduction for new readers, while long-time fans will be thrilled to discover what unfolds after the events of The Broken Code.

There are millions of animals that call the ocean home. Some of these animals are in danger. Learn about marine animals that are at risk of becoming endangered and what people and activists like Jacques Cousteau have done to help. Readers will learn about the causes of endangered animals and the steps they can take to help the conservation and preservation of sea life. Through Time For Kids content, vibrant images, informational text, and stunning facts, readers are sure to be engaged and inspired to help these animals in any way they can. This book also includes text features such as a table of contents, glossary, and index, as well as resources like a bibliography and a list of useful websites for learning more. Keep students engaged from cover to cover this high-interest book!

PAW Patrol is Nickelodeon's new animated action-adventure series starring a pack of six heroic puppies led by a tech-savy boy named Ryder. This Deluxe Paint Box Book features 64 images to paint, a paintbrush, and 16 different watercolors, making it perfect for boys and girls ages 3 to 7.

Encourage readers to learn about the various animals that need help and what they can do to make a difference through volunteerism in this inspiring nonfiction title. Readers will discover different programs and organizations that work to protect animals, animal habitats, and endangered species through vibrant images and charts and informational text. Featuring a list of helpful and useful websites, this nonfiction title encourages readers to take part in animal activism in any way they can--from baking homemade dog biscuits to exploring careers that help sick or injured animals.

Told in gentle rhyming verse, this beautiful non-fiction picture book follows the story of a heard of African elephants as they journey across the parched savannah in search for a water hole. The matriarch tells of all the sounds of the savannah, and how the landscape has changed over the years. Still, she remembers where to find water, just as her mother did before her. Accompanying non-fiction pages at the end of the book include information on African elephants, their family structure and migration patterns, as well as the challenges of climate change, habitat loss and illegal poaching, and what we as readers can do to help.

A hilarious new picture book from Roald Dahl Funny Prize-winning author Peter Bently and the incredibly talented illustrator John Bond, creators of Dogs in Disguise. A fun-filled look into the chaotic world of cats and all the crazy things they get up to when their owners aren't looking! In the dark of night, as their owners sleep, the cats of the city are all headed to one place: Catsby's Great Circus! Step this way and see conjuring cats, felines that fly, Siamese that swing from above, and don't miss the mighty PURRCULES CLAW. But with so much activity, it only takes one little mouse in the wrong place to put the whole circus in chaos... This jaunty rhyming text from hugely popular, award-winning author, Peter Bently, with brilliantly witty illustrations from John Bond, creator of the Mini Rabbit books, will have children laughing out loud!

Journey to Africa and learn all about gorillas with this engaging day-to-day safari 'journal', written as though you were really there. Follow a family of gorillas living in their natural habitat and observe their daily activities with the help of your own personal guide. This highly informative book teaches children about these fascinating and endangered animals, exploring their complex social behaviour and how they survive in their shrinking habitat, as well as their relationship with human beings. A combination of fascinating facts, 'hand-written' diary entries, high-quality sketches and beautiful photographs gives the unique feel of a real-life journal. This environmentally-aware series is designed to appeal through a first-person narrative format that will encourage children to think about vulnerable animals and endangered species, focusing on what we can do to help preserve the environment and how we can protect these beautiful animals.