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Moods
(Hardcover)
Louisa May Alcott
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R954
Discovery Miles 9 540
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The perfect read for the Formula 1-mad kid in your life. Written by
real-life racing driver Karun Chandhok!
How fast do Formula 1 cars really go? How do you become a racing
driver? What track is the hardest to drive in the world?
Discover the most amazing stories and incredible stats and facts about
the fastest and most exciting sport on the planet. From trackside to
podium, leading Sky Sports Grand Prix commentator and former Formula 1
driver Karun Chandhok showcases the best teams, drivers, tracks, cars,
jaw-dropping moments and more.
Featuring the iconic drivers on the circuit today, including Lewis
Hamilton, Max Verstappen, Lando Norris and George Russell, plus iconic
drivers from the past like Michael Schumacher, Sebastian Vettel and
Jenson Button, and the trailblazing female drivers Maria Terese de
Filippis and Lella Lombardi - and not forgetting the great teams and
impressive tracks that push drivers to their limit.
Karun takes readers behind the scenes and under the bonnet to show what
it really takes to drive to success in the world of F1 and how you can
be a part of it.
The Famous Five told as a graphic novel for the first time ever.
Ideal for anyone who loves Tintin, Asterix or Dogman. All the fun,
danger and excitement of the original books, in a fast-paced format
for fans old and new. Brilliantly retold, designed and illustrated
by a talented father-and-son team of graphic novel experts. This
superb new edition will capture the imagination of readers of any
age. It's Julian, Dick and Anne's first visit to Kirrin to meet
their cousin George - never call her Georgina! - and her loyal dog
Timmy. Exploring together, they discover the location of some
ancient family treasure marked on a hidden map. They must work
quickly to find it as they are not the only ones searching for it .
. . Join the adventure!
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Lily
(Hardcover)
Bobbie Kaald
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R741
Discovery Miles 7 410
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What would you do if you suspect your best friend, who happens to
be a giant egg, was killed but everyone else thinks it was an
accident? "Humpty Dumpty Was Pushed," a collection of twenty-two
short fairy tale-like stories, tackles that question and many more.
In this collection's title story, Chicken Little is certain his
friend did not fall from the ledge, and he intends to prove there
is a conspiracy. Will he discover the truth before it's too late?
Filled with interesting and delightful characters, these short
stories ask questions not raised before. Can a reverse vampire find
true love? Can the World Nose Hair champion really make the world a
better place? Is it ever wise to stick cheese noodles in your nose?
Can one live their life squeezing other people's ears in peace? If
a whale and a tiger had a fight who would win?
Incorporating familiar characters in children's literature and
folklore, "Humpty Dumpty Was Pushed" tells a series of tales with
surprises to keep you guessing. Each story asks a different
question, and each story offers a different, strange answer.
The perfect present for Dog Man fans - starring some of your
favourite characters from the series! The Cat Kid Comic Club is
deep in discovery in the newest graphic novel in the hilarious and
heartwarming worldwide bestselling series by Dav Pilkey, the author
and illustrator of Dog Man. The comic club is going in all
different directions! Naomi, Melvin, and siblings are each trying
to find their purpose. Naomi has an idea to get rich quick that
causes a lot of commotion and emotion. And when faced with
rejections, the friends try and try again to stay true to their
vision. To top it off, a surprise visitor comes to class to stir
things up. Will a desire for money and power cloud Naomi's purpose?
Is it quitting time? Will the club ever be the same? Award-winning
author and illustrator Dav Pilkey uses a variety of techniques -
including acrylic paints, coloured pencils, photography, collage,
gouache, watercolours, and much more - to illustrate each frog's
creative purpose and encourage teamwork. The kaleidoscope of art
styles, paired with Pilkey's trademark storytelling and humour,
fosters creativity, collaboration, independence, and empathy.
Readers of all ages will be inspired to dream up their own stories
and unleash their own creativity as they dive into this pioneering
graphic novel adventure from Dav Pilkey Heartfelt and humorous with
an amazing cast of characters, this is the perfect present for Dog
Man fans Full colour pages throughout make it a fun and bright
read!
'n Splinternuwe bundel met kortverhale vir leerders in Gr 7-9!
Onder andere is daar werk van Jeremy Veary, Jan van Tonder, Carina Stander, Diana Ferrus, EKM Dido, Derick van der Walt, Elrien Scheepers en Allison Matroos opgeneem. Die aanslag is perfek vir klasgebruik met woordelyste, 'n kort opsomming van elke verhaal en biografie van die skrywer, asook vrae en aktiwiteite na afloop van die lees.
GREG HEFFLEY AND SPORTS JUST DON'T MIX. After a disastrous
competition at school, Greg decides that he's officially retired
from ANY kind of sport! That is, until his mom persuades him to
give it one more go and makes Greg reluctantly agree to sign up for
basketball. Tryouts are a MESS, and Greg is sure he won't make the
cut. But he unexpectedly lands a spot on the worst team. As Greg
and his new teammates start the season, their chances of winning
even a single game look slim. But in sports, anything can happen.
When everything is on the line and the ball is in Greg's hands,
will he rise to the occasion? Or will he blow his big shot?
An action-packed comedy about a fake family that includes a spy, an assassin and a telepath! Master spy Twilight is unparalleled when it comes to going undercover on dangerous missions for the betterment of the world. But when he receives the ultimate assignment—to get married and have a kid—he may finally be in over his head! Threatened by Yor’s relationship with Melinda Desmond, Anya gets serious about her own friendship scheme. On the way to a museum field trip, however, she and her class become the target of activists looking to free their political allies…
"Sinfon a" es una serie de cuentos cortos, escritos con mucho amor
y dedicaci n. Es una nota callada de las letras en donde la fantas
a, la alegr a, la paradoja, el chiste, el sarcasmo y la intriga,
tocan la puerta de cada uno de los cuentos para embullar al lector
en la lectura. Consta de una trama sencilla que diluye toda una
amalgama de colores en fe, esperanza y gracia. Cada historia atrapa
el tiempo para poder encontrar, al final, una diferente de la otra,
llena de efervescencia, vivencia, situaciones de aliento, encanto y
armon a para formar la melod a que haga retumbar la mente en
escalas m gicas de inter s. El fin es sentirse sumergido en la
lectura y captar cada mensaje que pueda ser aplicado a situaciones
diarias o esbozar simplemente una sonrisa. La escritura riega las p
ginas de imaginaci n y esfuerzo para deleitar al lector. Todos
buscamos un momento de entretenci n y este libro le dar ratos de
esparcimiento y razonamiento. Con mucha ternura para todos: "Sinfon
a."
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