Ada has lived close to the great rainforest for her whole life, helping her beloved Papa Eze to heal fellow villagers when they fall sick. But when Papa Eze himself becomes ill, he knows it's time to reveal to Ada her true heritage - time for her to travel deep into the forest to discover the ancient Edo kingdom of Benin, and to use everything within her power to heal the terrible divisions that are tearing the kingdom apart. Relying on her close friendships, the guidance of her ancestors and her own self-belief, Ada sets off on an incredible journey which tests her strengths to their limit. A fast-paced adventure, this story brings to life one of Africa's most fascinating civilizations, the ancient Edo Kingdom of Benin. This is an immersive adventure story and perfect for any child who enjoys being transported to another world. It fits well with the increasing interest in African fiction and stories that are inclusive, diverse and explore a greater range of cultures, stories and settings. The historical Benin Kingdom is now an option for UK primary teachers at KS2, (ages 7 - 11) and as exciting, accurate historical fiction this is the perfect reader for teachers looking to diversify their history teaching. The book includes a factual section at the end, to help readers widen their knowledge of the ancient Kingdom of Benin and West African culture and traditions. Teachers notes, linked to the text, are also available to download for free from the publishers, Dinosaur Books Ltd.

Die omnibus bevat drie avonture waarin beste vriendinne Nina en Jessie die misterieuse swart-en-rooi pet inspan om hulle met speurwerk te help. Waar kom die kopluise vandaan waarmee almal in Laerskool Tierkop skielik sukkel? Hoekom is die koeldrankfabriek so gretig om hulle nuwe energiedrankie aan die skool te skenk? En sal die slim mense by die Eksotiese Eksperimente Ekspo uiteindelik Nina se vrae oor die pet se spesiale kragte kan opklaar?

Jason wil graag eendag 'n fyngebaksjef word. Hy en sy twee beste maats, Tando en Claudia, neem saam bakklasse en besluit om in te skryf vir ​Bohaai​! 'n bakkompetisie wat op TV uitgesaai word.

Maar gaan Minette, Jason se grootste kompetisie, ook deelneem? Wie moet hy kies om in sy span te wees? Hoe gaan hy keer dat Minette wen? Veral as hy met goed soos deegmonsters, stink koekies en resepte in vreemde tale te doen kry?

’n Wetenskapsfiksieverhaal wat in die Klein-Karoo en Kaapstad afspeel.

Die agtienjarige Laela Nix se ouers word deur die gevreesde Genmodregering vermoor. Sy slaan op die vlug en beland op die plaas Swartfontein, ’n insekteelstasie. Sy leer die bestuurder van die plaas, Finian, en sy twee mak rooijakkalse ken.

Maar die vrae bly knaag, oor haar ouers se dood, oor haar vervreemde, beeldskone en gewetenlose suster Jessi. Wie kan sy vertrou?

In die vyfde boek van die Hondman-reeks moet die "Megamakkers" met nuwe skurke afreken! Wanneer die skelms hulle verskyning maak, moet ons helde saam met 'n onwaarskynlike bondgenoot werk. Kan Ramkat van sy wrokke vergeet en vir Hondman, Kleinkat en 'n merkwaardige robot help om die vyande uit sy verlede te laat les opsê? Bekroonde skrywer en kunstenaar Dav Pilkey se gewilde Hondman-reeks spreek lesers van alle ouderdomme aan en verken universele positiewe temas.

Dit is Tjoppie se eerste dag by sy nuwe speelskool. Hy is baie opgewonde! Juffrou Snuffel verwelkom hom in sy nuwe klas en hy maak gou nuwe maats: Bollie, Bekkie en Blits. Hulle verf en speel lekker. Tjoppie hou baie van skool!

An abridged and illustrated chapter book retelling of Oliver Twist, part of the bestselling Classic Starts® series that has sold more than 8 million copies! Dickens’s timeless novel transports young readers to a colorful Victorian England filled with mistreated orphans, grim workhouses, and gangs of thieving children. The hero finds himself in dire circumstances after he dares to ask for more food in the orphanage. Determined to make his way in the world, he escapes to London, where he becomes involved with criminals . . . and finally finds a real home. The Classic Starts® series has sold more than 8 million copies since it launched in 2004. These abridged, kid-friendly editions are the perfect way to introduce beloved stories to the next generation. Each book includes discussion questions by early childhood educator Arthur Pober, EdD.

As cold winter goes away, it's time for spring to come and play. See the growing moon rise slowly . . . It's only one more day till Holi! Swirling clouds of colour. Sweet gujiya dumplings. Singing and dancing in the street. Discover the magical moments that make up Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colours, in this bright and joyful picture book. During this very special time of year, friends and family come together to celebrate the arrival of spring, and the triumph of goodness and love over evil. Young readers will love following two siblings as they enjoy all the wonderful traditions and treats Holi has to offer - baking and bonfires, stories and sweets and, of course, a wild day of fun where people take to the streets and shower one another in brightly coloured powders! With Chitra Soundar's lyrical rhymes and rich, vibrant illustrations from Amberin Huq, this is the perfect gift for one of the world's most colourful celebrations.

Abygale Aardvark and her Wildlife Friends is a carefully researched and beautifully presented book for readers of all ages dedicated to the urgent need to protect and enrich the wonderful wildlife of Africa. While each of the twenty stories is introduced and commented on by fictional character Abygale Aardvark, she leaves the actual story-telling to the real wildlife characters themselves, so that Aardvarks, Aardwolfs, Giraffes, Hornbills, Baboons, White-eyes, Impala, Red-billed Oxpeckers, Cape Buffalo, Red-chested Cuckoos and even Honey-Bees and Termites have a chance to tell their stories - who they are 'friends with and how they work together 'for a better life'.

Join 12-year-old Anglo-Indian boy Hasan in 1943, after his family's life in Coventry is upturned during the Blitz and his parents send him to live with his grandpa in Calcutta.

When he reaches India, Hasan is quickly introduced to a world of inequality, secrets and codebreaking. After befriending a strong-minded girl named Jaya, the pair soon decide to stand up for what they believe is right: fighting for freedom.

An exciting and heartfelt WW2 adventure featuring an engaging, brave and determined preteen, from the brilliant author of the Rosie Raja series. Follow Hasan as he uncovers more about war, injustice and secret messages. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and those looking for diverse historical fiction.

Welcome to the most magical atlas of them all! Discover the dangers of the Pride Lands, dive under the sea with Ariel, try to make sense of Wonderland with Alice, fly to Neverland with Peter and hitch a ride onto the East Australian Current with Marlin and Dory. With stories retold and characters to meet along the way, there is something here for all Disney fans, from nostalgic classics to modern favourites. Includes maps from the following feature films: Peter Pan, Dumbo, Pinocchio, Alice in Wonderland, The Jungle Book, Beauty and the Beast, Finding Nemo, Monsters University, Coco, Inside Out, Cars, Up, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, Frozen, Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, The Lion King, Ratatouille, The Incredibles, 101 Dalmatians, Moana, Brave, Toy Story, Finding Dory, and A Bug's Life.

The last thing Felicity expected was to become friends with Alec of the Heartbreakers. Now they're on a rebellious road trip together.

Felicity has her entire future planned. Ever since her older sister ran away, she's had the full weight of her mother's expectations on her shoulders. So she works hard to get straight As and save for college.

Except sometimes the best things in life are unplanned – like when Felicity meets a handsome, masked stranger while she is volunteering at a charity masquerade ball. She never thought he'd flirt with her. And she certainly never thought he'd turn out to be a member of the world-famous Heartbreakers band, Alec.

Then Felicity uncovers a shocking family secret. Suddenly, she, Alec, and her two best friends are off on a road trip to find Felicity's missing sister. And she's about to discover that unexpected turns have a peculiar way of landing her right where she needs to be…

There used to be an empty chair at the back of my class, but now a new boy called Ahmet is sitting in it.

He's eight years old (just like me), but he's very strange. He never talks and never smiles and doesn't like sweets - not even lemon sherbets, which are my favourite!

But the truth is, Ahmet really isn't very strange at all. He's a refugee who's run away from a War. A real one. With bombs and fires and bullies that hurt people. And the more I find out about him, the more I want to be his friend.

That's where my best friends Josie, Michael and Tom come in. Because you see, together we've come up with a plan.

Is jy gereed vir ’n skubberige avontuur?

Waldo en Connie is warm op die spoor van ’n inbreker. ’n Kosbare voorwerp word uit ’n antiekwinkel gesteel. Kan Waldo sy geheimsinnige nuwe talent gebruik om dit te probeer terugkry? Kort voor lank is hy en Connie deel van ’n holderstebolder-avontuur – en hulle ontdek ’n eeue oue geheim wat ten alle koste bewaar moet word …

Push, pull and slide the moving mechanisms in this brilliant board book to meet all your favourite characters from the bestselling picture book The Snail and the Whale– and bring the story to life!

What happens when a tiny snail hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale? Push and pull the tabs to see them head off on an amazing journey around the world, help the snail with her big plan to save the whale after disaster strikes and he is beached in a bay, and then slide out the big tab on the last page to watch them both travel safely away – hooray!

With a short, simple rhyming text based on the original story, The Snail and the Whale: A Push, Pull and Slide Book is the perfect introduction for preschoolers to The Snail and the Whale by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, and a great gift for fans of the bestselling picture book.

Volgens die skoolhoof is 4B DIE STOUTSTE KLAS OP AARDE. Sy sê skool gaan nie oor leeglê en lyf wegsteek, of pret hê nie. Dit gaan oor LEER. Maar Alex en Manjit het LETTERLIK nie bedoel om die toilette te verstop terwyl hulle die skoolgrond moes oppas nie. En hulle het definitief nie bedoel om LETTERLIK 'n pikkewyn vanaf die dieretuin skool toe te bring na hulle skooluitstappie nie. Hierdie goed gebeur net al het hulle 'n perfekte plan gehad om daarmee weg te kom!

Light. Darkness. Power. Magic. The Children of the Elements are back in the epic sequel to the instant bestseller, The Light That Blinds Us. Alexis, Demi, Blaise and Caeli lie in wait as the Haven prepares for the Battle of Stonehenge: a fight for light over darkness, good over evil. And Mortem fast approaches, threatening to engulf all in shadow. As the night wears on, secrets are spilled and truths come to light. The world is not all that it seems and there might be a little darkness, lurking just below the surface, within us all . . . Dive back into the fantasy world that masterfully intertwines themes of mental health and the bonds of found family. Perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Legendborn, from TikTok and BookTok star @andydarcytheo.

"In Heroes Wear Masks: Elmo's Super Adventure, [Elmo] holds young readers' hands as he navigates the changing world amid the COVID-19 pandemic that sees some big changes to his usual school-day routine." - People Superheroes wear masks to protect against viruses! Come along in this Elmo picture book as he gets ready to go off to school and be a mask hero! Today is going to be a SUPER day! Elmo is heading to school, and he wants to be a school superhero! Young children will join Elmo as he gets ready like a hero and learns about wearing masks and washing hands. With the help of Elmo and his mommy, this all new story from world-renowned education brand Sesame Workshop will help children calm school anxiety and understand new and different routines they may experience during the pandemic, such as Wearing a kids face mask Anxiety about leaving home Washing hands frequently Social distancing Not being able to give hugs or high-fives to friends Staggered schedules Why some friends may not be at school Temperature checks New classroom seating arrangementsHeroes Wear Masks is a sweet and educational mask book for kids that reminds readers it's super to help everyone stay healthy and safe! It's the perfect pandemic book with tools to discuss important topics as kids go back to school, preschool, daycare, or out in any public setting where they'd need a face mask to avoid the spread of the coronavirus. Plus, this Sesame Street book includes bonus tips for grown-ups in the back with language parents, caregivers, and educators can use with young children to talk about staying healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond!