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THE BIRTH OF AN ICON!Relive the best Roy of the Rovers stories from
the 1950s in this exciting anthology of reprinted classic strips,
celebrating over 65 years of the iconic football comic. Roy Race is
only a schoolboy - but the scouts from the mighty Melchester Rovers
have spotted his talent, and now he's on his way to a career as
professional footballer! But how will Roy settle into the ranks at
Rovers? Can he deal with the competition, the pressure, and the
fan's expectations? One thing's for certain: if he's going to
become a club legend, he better get his scoring boots on... The
legend begins here! An icon of British comics and sporting history
is born, with his origin presented in glorious hardback for the
first time!
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Daddy Drinks
(Hardcover)
Theresa Helen Channell
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R827
R688
Discovery Miles 6 880
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"Why are you arresting my daddy?"
Ten-year-old Alicia clung to her father's pant leg until the
policeman pulled her off and took her father, in handcuffs, to the
police car. She didn't understand. Her dad was a famous rock star
from the band MAJIC. Everybody loved him. He wasn't supposed to be
taken to jail
Alicia Marie Zamarelli's world turned upside down the night of the
"incident" - the night her father was arrested for DUI. Her mother
was no help; she and Alicia's dad had recently divorced, and
besides, she was zoned out and slept all the time anyway. Alicia
felt completely alone, but she still had no idea just how
catastrophic her life was about to become.
How Alicia grapples with the addictions around her and manages to
strengthen the relationship with her father may bring tears to your
eyes, but it will also warm your heart and provide hope for finding
a pathway out of the emotional upheaval that the world of alcohol
and drug addictions can create.
Daddy Drinks fulfills author Channell's God-given goals to increase
awareness among children about the profound effects that alcohol
and drug addictions can cause, to empower young people to deal with
the strong emotions they may experience and the questions they may
have when faced with situations involving addictions, and to
promote open communication between youths and adults.
Did you ever wonder how a hockey puck became a hockey puck? Melvin
and the Big Hockey Game is the first book in a new series by author
Christina Burke. Each enchanting, yet educational tale in the
Melvin The Mouse series follows a resourceful, studious and
hockey-loving mouse named Melvin, as he and his animal friends in
the town of Shinny discover the fascinating origins of hockey. In
this book, Shinny is hosting a big hockey game at the barn. After
everyone in town tries various objects, unsuccessfully, to use for
a puck (even meatballs ), it is Melvin who saves the day with the
perfect solution Melvin and the Big Hockey Game is the perfect
story for the little hockey fan in your family.
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Spooky Pookie
(Board book)
Sandra Boynton; Illustrated by Sandra Boynton
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R180
R141
Discovery Miles 1 410
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Pookie gets dressed up for Halloween in this silly board book from
beloved and bestselling author and illustrator Sandra Boynton. It's
Halloween! What will little Pookie decide to be this year? Pookie
tries on costumes one by one, but somehow can't find just the right
thing. The resolution to Pookie's dilemma will delight toddlers and
their caregivers alike. Told and illustrated with Sandra Boynton's
celebrated charm and pizzazz, Spooky Pookie has all the makings of
a beloved Halloween classic. Boo!
One boy's obsession for basketball stardom creates dramatic
consequences for him, his friends, and his tiny hometown during one
truly remarkable basketball season.
Mark Daniels spent his childhood honing basketball skills,
preparing for the day he can star for Shiloh High. Now a sophomore,
Mark believes his time has come, only to realize that his lack of
height may forever doom that dream.
His personal fears must be set aside though when a tragic bus
crash and dramatic rescue attempt plunge Mark into the center of a
media storm of controversy. Even worse, Mark and his teammates then
learn that the school board plans to cancel the season after the
loss of seven varsity players and their coach in the accident.
A valiant battle earns a temporary reprieve, both for the season
and Mark's basketball dreams. But the tragedies are far from over,
as Mark must learn several more lessons before fully comprehending
the importance of his dream and its impact on him and his
friends.
Filled with tragedy and triumph, "The Young Rebel" begins the
inspiring story of one young man's struggle to fulfill his dreams,
and his understanding of himself.
""A compelling story with a spectacular opening and a satisfying
ending that still leaves room for wanting more."
- Editor Genna Gifford
Alicia's pen pal's cheer squad needs new uniforms, but they don't
have the money to buy them. So Alicia decides to raise money for
them with a volleyball tournament. She is excited to play herself,
but she can't seem to get her serves right. Will Alicia remember
that you can't spike your serves?
Number 4 in a series of heart-warming pony tales packed with expert
advice from three-times Olympic Medallist and Grand Slam winner,
Pippa Funnell, on everything you ever wanted to know about horses.
Chilly winter has reached Silver Shoe Farm, but everyone is excited
for Christmas and the London International Horse Show. Then Magic
Spirit falls ill and Tilly must nurse him back to health. It turns
out that her special skills come in useful at the horse show too,
where she helps soothe a fiery stallion who no one else can get
close to. Collect all 18 titles in this series of irresistible,
uplifting pony adventures, packed with expert, up-to-date advice
from the author as well as a helpful glossary and black and white
illustrations. For 8+
Maddie loves being on the skiing team with her friend Sarah. Sarah
is the fastest skier on the team. Maddie wants to beat Sarah's time
but is having trouble. She takes her frustrations out on Sarah.
Will Maddie realize that she needs to stop comparing herself to
others before she ruins her friendship with Sarah?
THE LONG HARD ROAD TO WEMBLEY! Relive the best Roy of the Rovers
stories from the 1960s in this exciting anthology of reprinted
classic strips, celebrating over 65 years of the iconic football
comic. Roy Race, Melchester Rovers captain and star striker,
strides into the greatest decade of British football: the 1960s!
League glory, European campaigns, foreign tours and a little thing
called the World Cup are all on the horizon as Roy of the Rovers
cements his footballing legacy. However, its also a period of great
turmoil for the Rovers and their super-striker captain, Roy: from a
saboteur within the club burning down the dressing room, an
obsessed fan trying to ruin their cup run and the Rovers
crash-landing on a small South American Island, the team will have
to face down problems which threaten their very existence!
The fifth book in the Jamie Johnson football series - as seen on
CBBC! It's the big one! The World Cup Finals beckon for Jamie
Johnson but first he must answer a huge question: Which country
will he play for? With brand new characters and all the trademark
jaw-dropping footy action, Dan Freedman and Jamie Johnson return on
very top form for the fifth book in the series Perfect books for
every young football/soccer fan Author Dan Freedman has been a
writer for the FA, the Premier League and attended two World Cups.
PRAISE FOR The Kick Off (Jamie Johnson, book 1) "An inspiring read
for all football fans" GARY LINEKER. "Dan knows his football" OWEN
HARGREAVES. "You'll read this and want to get out there and play"
STEVEN GERRARD. "If you like football, this book's for you" FRANK
LAMPARD. "Pure class - brings the game to life"OWEN COYLE.
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