The perfect introduction to Thomas the Tank Engine! James is a bright red engine, and he's very proud of how he looks. He is so busy thinking about his shiny red paint that he soon gets into lots of trouble! Based on the classic tales from the Reverend W. Awdry, with a stunning, modern look. Thomas Engine Adventures is a great way to pass on the tradition of Thomas to early readers. Children aged 2 and up will love meeting classic characters such as Percy, James, Gordon, and Toby down on The Fat Controller's railway. These fun, short stories come with a bonus spot-and-see activity at the end. Perfect for bedtime. Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.

The perfect book collection for the littlest readers! The Peppa Pig Little Library is a charming collection of six chunky mini board books, based on your favourite characters from Peppa Pig and presented in a colourful slipcase box. They are ideal for pre-school children and fans of the show, and the backs of the six books make a jigsaw! The Peppa Pig range of books are fun, interactive and educational, and encourage children to start to read by themselves when they're at home. Titles available from Ladybird include: Peppa Pig Fairy Tale Little Library, and Peppa Pig Bedtime Little Library

Fantastically Great Women Who Made History is the eagerly anticipated follow up to Kate Pankhurst's hugely successful, Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, number one best-selling children's non-fiction title in the UK market in 2017. This beautiful title looks at the stories, accomplishments and adventures of many more brilliant women from throughout history.

Travel through the Underground Railroad with the brave and courageous Harriet Tubman, turn the pages of the famous Frankenstein with the incredibly talented Mary Shelley and prepare to meet countless other remarkable women.

Overflowing with vibrant and beautiful illustrations, and wonderfully engaging text, Fantastically Great Women Who Made History is a celebration of just some of the inspirational women who put their mark on the world we live in.

The bestselling children's books series for over 50 years! Little Miss Quick doesn't like to take her time about things. She loves helping out, but will she end up being TOO quick? The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. Have you met them all?

A special edition flipbook featuring two of Ash and Pikachu's adventures in Kalos and Unova. This special edition is two books in one! Join Ash, Pikachu and friends on action-packed adventures in both the Kalos and Unova regions. The beloved Trainer and his team take on foes new and old with some amazing Pokemon by their sides. Black and white pictures throughout. Perfect for old and new fans of Pokemon. Features engaging stories great for emerging readers. Also in the series: Gigantamax Clash / Battle for the Z-Ring (Pokemon Super Special Flip Book 1: Galar Region / Alola Region) The Power of Three / Ancient Pokemon Attack (Pokemon Super Special Flip Book 3: Sinnoh Region / Hoenn Region) Ash Ketchum, Pokemon Detective / I Choose You! (Pokemon Super Special Flip Book 4: Johto Region / Kanto Region)

All of the grapes in the vineyard were very excited as it was the time of the harvest. But the most excited grape was Little Gordon Grape... Little Gordon Grape takes your child on an exciting journey in his life of ups and downs but shows that there is always someone special watching over them and showing them that they are very special too.

In the morning the people of the island found a man sitting on the shore, where fate and the ocean currents had set him and his frail raft in the night. When he saw them coming towards him, he rose to his feet. He was not like them. This internationally acclaimed, award-winning picture book is astonishing, powerful and continues to be searingly relevant. 'Starkly illustrated ... brilliant and haunting...' - Julia Eccleshare, The Guardian

What happens when two boys--one Jewish, one Muslim--play football together in Jerusalem amidst the challenging political environment that surrounds them? Friendship. This is the story of these two boys Avi and Ahmed, along with their families, who bond together. But when Ahmed doesn't show up for Avi's birthday party, Avi assumes the worst. Their story provides hope for the reader that anything is possible when people care about each other.

A celebration of family tradition and Black hair, in this adorable rhyming board book! Little EJ is so excited to join her mum and grandma for her first ever trip to the hairdressers. She wants to find a style that is just right. But with so many options... how can she choose? Should she try afro puffs with ribbons and bows? Or twisty spirals that tickle her nose? Luckily, Mummy is there to offer reassurance: 'Your hair is curly, like clouds in the sky. It's beautiful no matter which style you try!' With gorgeous artwork and sweet rhyming text, this story is the perfect way to celebrate your beautiful hair. A lovely, reassuring rhyming text to read aloud with your little one Empowers young readers to celebrate the beauty and versatility of their hair Bright, bold and graphic artwork by Elissa Wentt

A supa fun boxed set featuring the first book from each of three bestselling series by author and illustrator Dav Pilkey: Captain Underpants, Dog Man and Cat Kid Comic Club! Dav Pilkey's Hero Collection contains three acclaimed titles: The Adventures of Captain Underpants (full colour) and the graphic novels Dog Man and Cat Kid Comic Club. Whether you're new to the Pilkey Universe or rediscovering your favourites, this boxed set is perfect for you! The critics are raving... "Combines empowerment and empathy with age-appropriate humor and action." - Booklist on Captain Underpants "High-intensity, heartwarming, and, above all, hysterically funny." - Kirkus Reviews on Dog Man (starred review) "Irreverent, laugh-out-loud funny, and... downright moving." - Publishers Weekly on Cat Kid Comic Club (starred review) Dav Pilkey's wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including: empathy kindness persistence and the importance of being true to one's self. Full colour pages throughout.

Little Miss Greedy loves breakfast, and lunch, and dinner! But will she find someone in Mr Men land to share her love of food? A bold Little Miss storybook that fans of Mr Men and Little Miss will love.

Het jy al ooit gewonder hoe die wereld gelyk het toe jou pa klein was? Was daar al dinge soos skole, kantore, yskaste en TV’s? Hoe het mense vir mekaar sonder e-pos boodskappe gestuur? Het hulle regtig doodgegaan van iets soos verkoue omdat daar nog nie medisyne was nie? Die skrywer neem die leser terug na prehistoriese tye waar die wereld baie meer primitief en gevaarlik was. Groot illustrasies in waterverf en bruin potlood word telkens met 'n gepaste skreeusnaakse kort sin vergesel.'n Skreeusnaakse boek vir kinders wat vermoed dat hulle pa’s uit 'n ander wereld kom.

Fortnite has re-emerged from the black hole for Chapter 2! The 100% Unofficial Fortnite Annual 2021 is the perfect Christmas gift for gamers. It includes the best skins, emotes and accessories, as well as a round-up of the most impressive vehicles, the best sports mini games, builds and escape rooms in Creative, plus tips for the best attack and defence strategies and much more.

A laugh-out-loud tale about never wanting to do the BORING things in life! Why brush your teeth when you could go snorkelling with a crocodile? Or ride a tiger! Or fly with an eagle! Small Panda doesn't understand why grown-ups like doing the MOST boring things. Especially when there's always something more exciting to do. Join Small Panda as they discover that the 'exciting' things in life aren't always as important as the little ones. And that grown-ups might not be as boring as they seem... Written and illustrated in Lorna Scobie's wonderfully witty and warm style, perfect for fans of Chris Haughton and Jim Field Children and parents alike will love following Small Panda and her patient parent's antics in this funny, vibrant celebration of the everyday Look out for Lorna's other books: Collecting Cats, Rabbit, Rabbit, Rabbit! and Duck, Duck Dad?

In this delightful twist on a popular folk song, three trick-or-treaters go on a spooky adventure to find a pumpkin! We're going on a pumpkin hunt.We're going to find a big one.What a beautiful night!We're not scared. Three trick-or-treaters are looking for the perfect pumpkin on a beautiful, Halloween night. They have to make their way through some sticky cobwebs, flying bats, and even a dark, spooky house! But they're not scared. The trick-or-treaters eventually find their pumpkin and...a ghost! This book publishes simultaneously in board.

A super fun sing-along board book from the number 1 kids channel in the world! JJ and his friends are all dressed up and ready to learn about dinosaurs! Stomp and stomp and ROAR! JJ and his friends are at school singing all about Triceratops, T.rex and Pterosaurs! Join in at home naming your favourite dinosaurs. Singing along to The Dinosaur Song is a great way to share a first learning experience with young children.

Book band: Lime (Ideal for ages 6+) Quizzed for Accelerated Reader An imaginative, laugh-out-loud story from the author of The Gruffalo, ideal for children practising their reading at home or in school. Stephen Rice is a cereal superfan. So when his supply of Cracklewheat, Corncrunch, Toastyoats and Choc-o-not-hoops runs out, Stephen is devastated. But there's a competition to win a lifetime supply - if Stephen can build the perfect cereal... This hilarious story from one of the nation's most loved writers, Julia Donaldson (author of The Gruffalo and countless other much-loved picture books), is perfect for children who are learning to read by themselves at Key Stage 1 (KS1). It features engaging illustrations by Garry Parsons and quirky characters young readers will find hard to resist. _______________ Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. The series is ideal for both home and school, with gorgeous colour illustrations, tips for parents, and fun activity ideas. Online guided reading and teaching notes, written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), are available at bloomsburyreaders.com. 'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.' - Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher