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Join in the Easter fun with the Mr Men and Little Miss! There are
lots of things to count and see, including bouncing bunnies,
cheeping chicks and leaping lambs, but it wouldn't be Easter
without an eggstraordinary Easter egg hunt! A fun-filled rhyming
story, celebrating the joys of spring! Mr Men and Little Miss
Celebrations introduce children to all the exciting occasions that
people celebrate including sports day, a visit from the tooth
fairy, Halloween and Chinese New Year.
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School-Tripped
(Paperback)
Jennifer L Holm; Illustrated by Matthew Holm
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R189
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Stories van die see is 'n versameling seestories van regoor die
wereld – van “Hans en die gaatjie” in Haarlem tot die
seevoelnesplukkers Adhi en Sinta in die Ooste. Maar daar is ook
heelwat plaaslike verhale oor die Birkenhead-bevel, “Die Vlieende
Hollander”, Die Alibama, Wolraad Woltemade, die Gat-in-die-Muur by
esiKhaleni waar die watermense jou kom haal, “Die spoke van
Jutteneiland”, “Adamastor en die Kaap van Storms” en die
skaapwagtertjie van Macassar wat Sjeg Joesoef se graf tussen die
duine gevind het. Stories van die see bevat verwerkings van The
Little Mermaid en die verhaal van Prinses Elisa en haar elf
swane-broers, asook die Weskusboer Koos Malgas wat sy robvrou se
vel gesteel het. En natuurlik kul Hasie vir soutwaterkrokodil. Saam
met die pragtige illustrasies van Marjorie van Heerden sal Stories
van die see 'n klein lesertjie wegvoer na 'n magiese
seestoriewereld.
These stories showcase disabled characters winning against all odds.
Outsmarting deadly video games, hunting the predatory monster in the
woods, rooting out evil within their community, finding love and
revenge with their newly turned vampire friend―this anthology upends
expectations of the roles disabled people can play in horror. With
visibly and invisibly disabled characters whose illnesses include
Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Crohn’s disease, diabetes, PTSD, and more, each
entry also includes a short essay from the author about the conditions
portrayed in their stories to further contextualize their characters’
perspectives. From breaking ancient curses to defying death itself,
these 13 horror stories cast disabled characters as heroes we can all
root for.
Hold on to your lucky charms and delve into this bewitching collection of 30 fairy tales and magic stories, retold by the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!
Watch out for cats in boots, three bears who live in the woods and strange unicorns in this magical collection of short stories by Enid Blyton. From lost slippers and fairy curses to imps without names and a dragon called Mr Wumble, there's fairy magic brewing. Who will live happily ever after?
These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.
Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.
Los Cuentos para Disfrutar son como palomas liberadas al cielo
porque tienen vida propia y destinos inciertos. Pueden leerse solo
por el gusto de pasar unos minutos agradables mas alla de este
mundo terrenal; pero tambien para encontrar en ellos un poco de
sabiduria que nos ayudara a vivir la vida con mas plenitud y
conciencia; pueden leerse para pensar, para comentar, para
compartir o para olvidar; pero hay que leerlos.
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Murphy Wears A Mask
(Hardcover)
Sherrel Campbell; Illustrated by Kelly Gomez; Edited by Farrawh Charles
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A classic collection of stories by Michael Rosen, Alexander McCall
Smith, Ted Hughes, Michael Morpurgo and others, specially chosen
for young readers of around eight by children's book expert, Julia
Eccleshare. Mary Poppins takes Jane and Michael on a topsy-turvy
day; a boy watches over a beautiful swan... These classic stories
are wonderful to share and enjoy with your child at any time of the
year, or would make the perfect birthday gift.
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Tornado
(Paperback)
Betsy Byars
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R151
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A tornado appears in the distance, and Pete, the farmhand, gathers everyone into the storm cellar. While they wait for the storm to pass, he tells the family about the dog dropped down by a tornado when Pete was a boy. Named Tornado, Pete's pet was no ordinary dog -- he played card tricks, saved a turtle's life, and had a rivalry with the family cat. By the time Pete tells all of Tornado's lively stories, the storm has passed, and another family has been entertained by this very special dog.
A classic collection of tales for young readers of about five,
featuring beloved characters and lively stories by Michael Bond,
Jill Barklem, Elizabeth Laird and others, chosen by children's book
expert, Julia Eccleshare. Paddington Bear tries to buy a birthday
present, the animals of Brambly Hedge set off to the seaside; A
greedy queen insists on having the biggest tree in the world, but
will Cinderella get to go to the ball? These classic stories are
wonderful to share and enjoy with your child at any time of the
year, or would make the perfect birthday gift.
More funny, clever trickster tales from India. Prince Veera's
great-uncle, Raja Apoorva, invites the prince and his best friend,
Suku, to the summer festival in Peetalpur, where they participate
in some of the competitions. Can they make the peahen sing, though
peahens can't sing? Or win the painting competition, or even defeat
the country's champion wrestler? The boys face each challenge with
great wit and wisdom. Back at the palace, they are faced with more
challenges. Raja Apoorva enjoys puzzles and presents several to the
boys: who was the intruder who dared to pull the Raja's beard? How
can the journey to the seaside be shortened? And at court it's
Prince Veera and Suku who will decide which neighbour owns the tree
that produces the wonderful figs for the palace, as well as solve
the mysteries of the holy man and the astronomer. Four stories
packed with clever and amusing tricks and puzzles which will
delight children from 6 to 8 - and well beyond.
If Orfeo is to be king, his mother decides, he must sleep outside.
And so Orfeo sleeps in the meadow and becomes friends with the
animals, birds, insects and beetles. Then one day, he agrees to
help a jackdaw return a ruby ring to a princess King Beetle Tamer
is just one of fifteen magical wonder tales in this collection by
master storyteller Isabel Wyatt. The stories are full of magic and
unicorns, fairies and palaces, roses and gold, which will transport
children to a world of faraway places and heroic deeds. Suitable
for children aged seven and up, this is a classic collection from
the author of The Seven-Year-Old Wonder Book. A new revised
edition, previously published as King Beetle-Tamer.
Further Chronicles of Avonlea is a captivating follow-up to
Chronicles of Avonlea, shifting focus from Anne Shirley's personal
adventures to those of her colorful neighbors. The sequel features
15 stories full of the mystery, romance and warmth Avonlea is
famous for. Further Chronicles of Avonlea was published eight years
after its predecessor and consists of new and exciting tales. Of
the 15 short stories, Anne Shirley makes a brief appearance in "The
Little Brown Book of Miss Emily," which centers on her unique
relationship with a cantankerous elderly woman. The book also
highlights the exploits of a mischievous Persian cat, an estranged
father and daughter, and a man who becomes a town pariah. It's a
whirlwind of unforgettable tales that capture the essence of the
small yet bold village. In this second collection of stories, L.M.
Montgomery continues to expand the world of Avonlea. She introduces
new characters and scenarios that take readers on a trip through
the unknown. Whether it's adventure, romance or mystery, the
Further Chronicles of Avonlea has a story to be told. With an
eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this
edition of Further Chronicles of Avonlea is both modern and
readable.
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The Climbers
(Paperback)
Keith Gray; Cover design or artwork by Tom Clohosy Cole
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R231
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In this compelling story of teenage rivalry and friendship,
award-winning author Keith Gray captures the subtle agonies and
reality of life growing up in a small town. Sully is the best
climber in the village. He can scale the Twisted Sister's tangled
branches and clamber up Double Trunker with ease. But when new kid
Nottingham shows up and astonishes everyone with his climbing
skills, Sully's status is under threat and there's only one way to
prove who's best. Sully and Nottingham must race to climb the last
unnamed tree. Whoever makes it to the top will become a legend. But
something spiteful and ugly has reared its head in Sully ... Is it
worth losing everything just to reach the top?
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