Keegan gets the opportunity to design a poster to advertise his favourite writer’s new comic book - and the winner can attend the book launch party! He is so excited, but the school bully, Brent Petersen, threatens to destroy all his plans ...

There’s a new girl in school and Keegan becomes friendly with her.

Samier and Samia, however, don’t like the fact that Alysha is better than Samia at everything and Keegan struggles to keep the peace ...

A quirky school comedy from Vivian French. Perfect for fans of Wigglesbottom Primary and Kes Grey's Daisy books. When Dan gets into trouble at school for being untidy, he teams up with his best friend Billy to find out who's throwing his lunchbox on the floor. With chalk fingerprints and missing sardine sandwiches as clues, Detective Dan is on the case! This humorous mystery from award-winning author Vivian French has appealing black-and-white illustrations by Daniel Duncan and is perfect for children who are developing as readers. The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with brilliant books to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2, with book-banded stories by award-winning authors like double Carnegie Medal winner Geraldine McCaughrean and Waterstones Prize winner Patrice Lawrence covering a wide range of genres and topics. With charming illustrations and online guided reading notes written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), this series is ideal for reading both in the classroom and at home. For more information visit www.bloomsburyguidedreading.com. Book Band: Lime Ideal for ages 7+ Quizzed for Accelerated Reader

A passionate campaign brings four best friends back together in a fight to save their school library in this heartfelt tale from the bestselling author of Pages & Co. The library is Hetty's very favourite place in school, and since falling out with her best friends Ali, Mei and Rocket she's been spending even more time there. So she's absolutely horrified when she learns that her head teacher is planning to close it down, claiming there aren't enough funds to keep the library going. There's no way Hetty's going to sit back and let this happen. But can she repair her broken friendships and build support for her library campaign? Let the Battle of the Books commence!

Graphic novel fans, prepare yourselves for a trip you won't soon forget! New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and veteran illustrator Jim Paillot have brought you a second zany My Weird School graphic novel! A.J. and his friends have the chance to win a trip to Dizzyland-if they can finish 5,000 books first. Dr. Carbles, the evil president of the Board of Education, doesn't think they can do it. But the Ella Mentry School kids are nothing if not determined! Will they achieve their theme park dreams? Or does Dr. Carbles have other plans for the school? Full of visual gags, fun pop culture references, and hilarious full-color illustrations, this is the weirdest graphic novel in the history of the world! With more than 30 million books sold, the My Weird School series really gets kids reading!

Howl with laughter and squeal with delight at this monstrously funny picture book and audio CD from number one bestselling author David Walliams, illustrated by the awesome Adam Stower! Performed by David Walliams - perfect for sharing at Halloween! Howler is a SMALL werewolf with a BIG problem. He is just not SCARY! And that makes him the odd one out at Monster School... But when Howler finds some new friends, he discovers that being the ODD one out might just make him the COOLEST one of all... With giggles on every page, this hilarious new picture book is perfect for ALL little monsters.

In this unforgettable, gently humorous novel, New York Times bestselling, award-winning author Gary D. Schmidt tells two poignant, linked stories: that of a grieving girl and a boy trying to escape his violent past. Meryl Lee Kowalski is sent to a girls' boarding school in fall 1968 to move on from her grief over a close friend's death. Matt Coffin is on the run from a criminal gang, afraid that anyone he cares about is at risk. When their paths cross, the pair’s connection begins to shape each of their lives. As their loneliness is gradually replaced by friendship, Meryl Lee finds unexpected allies and a sense of purpose, while Matt finds a new family and hope for the future. This riveting novel is Wednesday Wars author Gary D. Schmidt at his best, weaving in powerful themes and raising tears and laughter in equal measure. "Set in 1968, Just Like That is part of an outstanding series that began with Newbery Honor recipient The Wednesday Wars and continued in Okay for Now, a finalist for the National Book Award. While each book can be read separately, overlapping characters and themes enrich each other in understated and often profound ways." (BookPage starred review)

At the Rainforest Rescue Center, Sloth loves when Patti comes to visit. But when Patti forgets her class report, it's up to Sloth, with the help of his other (faster) rain-forest friends, to return Patti's notebook to her-at school! Will they be able to find her among all the other kids in a new environment? The first day of school can be scary-especially if you forget your summer assignment-but in Sloth to the Rescue, Sloth, Peccary, Boa, Capuchin and Ocelot overcome their fears and realise that what makes them unique is what helps them fit right in!

New York Times bestselling author Jack Chabert knows how to keep young readers on the edge of their seats! Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Eerie Elementary is hosting a haunted house for the town's Eerie Day celebration! But mad scientist Orson Eerie has his own plans for this creepy holiday. Pumpkins attack and Sam gets trapped in a hayride maze! Can the hall monitors find a way to save their school and the rest of the town? Will they finally defeat this mad scientist FOR GOOD?

Can Amelia share her life without sharing her journal? A series favorite is now available in paperback
Amelia's sister Cleo gives her a new notebook as a tenth birthday present, and Amelia can't wait to fill it with all her secret thoughts and drawings. But when her best friend Leah wants to read her notebook, Amelia is torn: Sometimes secrets are better when shared with friends, but other secrets are private. How can Amelia keep her friend from feeling left out while still saving some secrets for herself?
This popular installment of the bestselling Amelia series is now available for the first time as a paperback, making Amelia's antics available to a wide new audience of young readers.

Lea goes to school is based on the successful Ben goes to school book and Ben-series by Zuléka Smit, and will especially appeal to young girls. These lovely books are illustrated by the talented Johann Strauss and adorable little Lea will immediately find a place in everyone’s heart. This is the first book in the new Lea series and focuses on Lea, who, like her brother Ben, also now has to go to school.

Lea dislikes school so much that her tummy hurts. No one at school wants to play with her. But then Teacher announces an art competition... maybe there’ll be friends who also like to draw just like Lea?

Zuléka Smit’s beautiful story about the uncertainty surrounding going to school is based on her many years of experiences in the education world as well those with her own children.

Two Captain Underpants adventures now in full colour! George and Harold have created the greatest superhero in the history of their school - and now they're about to bring him to life! MEET CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS! His true identity is so secret, even he doesn't know who he is! Fighting for truth, justice and all things pre-shrunk and cottony! This book contains: Captain Underpants 1: The Adventures of Captain Underpants. Captain Underpants 2: Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets.

The third fantastic book in the series about four friends who want to make the world a better place. There's a sad, neglected part of the playground at Poppy's school. She's desperate to win the competition to transform it and she's got some great ideas - a sensory garden, a hedgehog crossing, flowers to attract bees - but then she's accused of copying! Can Poppy clear her name and create the garden of her dreams?A brilliant series about the small changes that make a big difference, with themes of environmentalism and friendship. Written by Holly Webb, bestselling author of the Pet Rescue Adventure series. With cover illustration by Owen Gildersleeve. Look out for the other books in the Earth Friends series: Fair Fashion, River Rescue, Pet Protection Originally published as Poppy's Garden, this edition of the book comes with a brilliant new cover!

Trapped and alone on the salt marshes, Jodie is troubled by a haunting presence in this eerily atmospheric ghost story from multi-award-winning author Hilary McKay. Jodie never wanted to come on the residential trip to the field centre. A loner at school, she's forced into a dormitory with other girls from her class who don't understand her and talk about her behind her back. Even though they're not trying to be mean, Jodie feels excluded and miserable, and eventually escapes out onto the salt marshes in search of a little dog she can hear barking in the distance. But the salt marshes are dangerous and Jodie gets trapped by the incoming tide. Stuck in the sucking mud, will anyone even notice that she's gone? And where is the little dog that keeps barking so mournfully ...?

Ms. Snowden and her class practice sending kind thoughts to the people they love, and they launch a class Kindness Project. There is only one problem: Henry can’t think of one kind thing he has done. Declaring that kindness is stupid, he stomps to the classroom door on the verge of tears, but his classmates save the day by reminding him of the kind things he has done for each of them.

Karen McCombie explores identity, friendship and fresh starts in this touching tale perfectly pitched for struggling teen readers. Ketty doesn't remember anything about the accident, or much from before. The doctors say her memories will come back, but in the meantime school is a frightening and confusing place. Otis seems to be her only friend - he's kind and caring, funny too. And he may hold the key to remembering the old Ketty ... But will Ketty recognise or even like the girl she used to be?

Die avonture van Keegan, Samier en Samia gaan voort!

Keegan kry die geleentheid om 'n plakkaat te ontwerp wat sy gunstelingskrywer se nuwe strokiesprent adverteer - en die wenner kan die boek se bekendstelling bywoon! Hy is vreeslik opgewonde ... maar die skool se boelie, Brent Petersen, dreig om al sy planne in die wiele te ry ...

Hierdie reeks vul 'n belangrike gaping in die mark vir diverse en verteenwoordigende stories vir beginnerlesers.

A captivating, eco-conscious story about water-wasting mermaids-and the basis for the award-winning, stop-motion animated short film. Mermaids on Mars is a sweet tale that educates children on the importance of water conservation. Beautifully illustrated, it includes simple water-saving tips that our Martian mermaid friends want to share with kids all over the world-after ignoring them on their own home planet and learning a most important lesson. Their story and their wisdom will help everyone save Earth's most precious resource. "A whimsical story about mermaids-when they lived on Mars. Mermaids thrived in Mars' crater pools and used up all of the water resources, splashing around. Thanks to a very cool rocket ship, the mermaids traveled to Earth and settled in our oceans. Mermaids also helps children learn the importance of water conservation." -MySocialGoodNews.com "Author Nancy Guettier teaches a valuable lesson to children to cherish the resources around them and to use and consume wisely. It's a perfect lesson for the modern child. Illustrator Tina Cash-Walsh draws beautifully and will captivate the reader." -TheBabySpot.ca "This book helps explain that we don't need to excessively waste water when going potty or when brushing our teeth . . . We love the bright colors and whimsical illustrations in this book." -The Naptime Reviewer "I applaud Nancy Guettier for writing books that have an educational bent to them. Any book that teaches conservation to kids definitely has a leg up on the competition in my mind. Mermaids on Mars is definitely a solid kids book with a good lesson behind it." -Sci-Fi & Scary

For new girl Darrell Rivers, there are friends to be made, pranks to be played and fun to be had at Malory Towers in Enid Blyton's best-loved boarding school series.

In book four, Darrell is very pleased to be head girl, but Alicia and Betty are determined to ruin her good work.

Meanwhile, Darrell's sister Felicity joins Malory Towers and becomes best friends with none other than June - obnoxious, brash and Alicia's cousin.

Expect more drama at Malory Towers!

Between 1946 and 1951, Enid Blyton wrote six novels set at Malory Towers. This edition features the original text and is unillustrated.