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The children always played in the Giant's garden, but when he returned after years away, he said, 'What are you doing here?' and the children fled. 'My own garden is my own garden,' said the Giant; 'anyone can understand that, and I will allow nobody to play in it but myself.' Oscar Wilde's classic tale of compassion and forgiveness is one of the most beautiful stories in the English language. With magnificent illustrations by Ritva Voutila, this is a book for the whole family to treasure. ISBN 9781911679677 -
The Selfish Giant has a beautiful garden, but he won't let any of the children play in it. Winter comes and never leaves, until the power of love brings Spring and joy into the Giant's garden and his heart... Illustrated by: Alexis Deacon ISBN 9780099475866 -
Ride to the Rescue is the exciting first book in THE ROWAN TREE STABLES series -- an illustrated pony series inspired by Nina Carberry's own childhood, featuring 10-year-old Grace and her best friend, Aaron. Grace and Aaron attend different schools but meet at the local riding stables, where they like to ride out together. Though opposite in character, they are the best of friends, bonded by their shared love of ponies and adventure. Their ponies Daisy and Nipper are best friends too!In Ride to the Rescue, Grace and Aaron discover something fishy about the local river. It's up to them and their ponies to track down who is behind it. But how will they manage when Grace's pony, Daisy, gets injured? Great for Ages 7-10. -
An enchanting and heart-warming story between a father and son, that will make you want to reach for stars. Joe wants to find a way to the stars. With the help of his dad, he builds a ladder, a tower, even a rocket to go up, up, up… Oh no! Crash, bang, wallop! What next?Together, the pair jump on pogo sticks and build sheds to paint their dreams and find a way. An uplifting and magical tale of sky-high courage, imagination and the bond between father and son that will make your heart soar. Written by internationally acclaimed author David Almond and brought to glorious life by award-winning illustrator Gill Smith in their first collaboration. Great for Ages 3-6. -
From infiltrating top-secret bases to escaping in high-speed chases, children will love completing all kinds of spy missions with this engaging book and jigsaw set. The perfect gift for budding secret agents, the attractive, sturdy box contains a 300-piece jigsaw featuring an exciting spy maze to complete once it's assembled, along with a book that's packed full of more maze puzzles to enjoy. Great for Ages 6-10. -
A mesmerising Gothic mystery from Costa Award-shortlisted author Nicholas Bowling. To the horror of young gravedigger, Ned, bodysnatchers have been visiting his churchyard in the dead of night. Until now, he'd been daydreaming about another visitor - daughter of the manor, Obedience Wellrest. But sixteen-year-old Obedience has troubles of her own: her loving but overbearing father, and his wish to see her married to a rich man of science, Phineas Mordaunt. When Mordaunt starts to poke his nose into her family history - in particular, the ruinous research of late Uncle Herbert - Obedience enters into a dangerous game with Death, and Ned might be the only person who can save her! A mesmerising tale of magic, death and science, wrapped up in a delicious Gothic mystery Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell meets Dangerous Remedy for young adult readers. Great for Teens and Young Adults. -
A funny and fantastical adventure from former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen and award-winning illustrator Viviane Schwarz. Gaston le Dog longs to return to the beautiful beach he remembers from years ago. So he sets off on an adventure but mystery and danger lurk at every turn, and Gaston will need all the help he can get from the friends he meets along the way. But can they all be trusted? And will Gaston's odyssey bring him everything he hoped for? This playful new tale from national treasure Michael Rosen sprinkles myth, magic and fairy tale to create a brilliant story, illustrated by award-winning artist Viviane Schwarz, perfect for fans of the Grimwood series. Great for Ages 7-11. -
Discover needlecraft with 20 simple and fun sewing craft projects for young crafters to try. This hands-on sewing book shows inquisitive children how to do basic needlecraft. Explore more than 20 fun-filled projects, each with clear instructions and step-by-step photos that are easy to follow. Stitch by Stitch will make young crafters become confident at sewing projects, from stitched felt flowers to a cute crocheted bag. They will discover how to knit a simple doll's scarf and find out how to create a colourful patchwork cushion. Award-winning author Jane Bull combines her unique arty style and excellent instructions to teach children how to knit, sew, crochet, appliqué, embroider, and patchwork. This hands-on sewing book for kids offers:- Projects that will help children acquire skills in basic stitching, knitting, and crocheting from a small crocheted bag to a sewn patchwork ball. - A revised edition which has lightly refreshed designs and fonts throughout the pages. - Clear step-by-step photography that guides children through each project, and straightforward explanations makes the sewing skills behind the projects clear and accessible. - Activities that are easy for children to do on their own. Only a handful of steps need an adult to do them instead of the child. Stitch-by-Stitch will inspire a new generation of children who are just starting out on their creative journey of making things from scratch. Children can make beautiful stitched items for themselves or to use as gifts for friends and family. They will finally find something fun to do with those spare beads and buttons that are lying around! Great for Ages 7-12. -
Discover the joys of winter with this delightful sparkly book. Scenes include a snowman competition, an ice sculpture display, playing with snowballs and sledging in the park. There are friendly animal characters, beautiful illustrations by star artist Lucy Barnard, and over 180 stickers to keep children entertained. Great for Ages 3-6. -
Packed with mind-blowing facts, this incredible book of the solar system is perfect for space lovers everywhere. This fascinating guide introduces the birth of the Sun and the solar system, then continues on a journey through space. They discover the smallest planet, rocky Mercury, which is closest to the Sun, and Venus, the hottest planet. There is also Mars, with its polar ice caps and volcanoes, and Jupiter, with its swirling storm clouds. Then readers venture further into space to explore the icy giants of outer space. This wonderful space book for kids offers:- In-depth information, backed up by space photography, probe images, illustrations, and fun diagrams. Striking illustrations, making this title a perfect gift, as well as a solid reference book. Easy-to-digest sections, each filled with incredible facts and visuals. STEM learning, with key topics: labelled images of each of the planets, clear step-by-step visuals to show the birth of our solar system, accessible facts about space missions. Boasting beautiful illustrations by artist Dawn Cooper, combined with up-to-date images from space agencies such as NASA and ESA, info panels, timelines, and diagrams, that help demystify and explain the spectacles of space, this is the ideal book for budding astronaughts. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there?If you like The Solar System, then why not complete the collection? Take a trip into space and discover the mysteries of Earth's closest neighbour with The Moon. Great for Ages 7-10. -
It's snowing! Baby and friend make the most of it in this wintry board book by a bestselling creator. Bundle up in snowsuits and boots, and out we go... Whump! Right into the fluffy, soft snow. We don't care! There's a hill to climb up and sled down, a snowperson to build and skis to try out. Swish! Then "brrr" inside, please! What better way to warm up than a bubbly tub and a snuggle on the sofa to watch the storm? Everyone's favourite baby joins an adorable pal to revel in a seasonal adventure that will have little listeners eager to explore their own white, wintry world. Great for Ages 0-3. -
When Mabel Taylor receives a shiny red sledge for Christmas, she can't wait to try it out! But ... oh. No snow. No snow at all. And there's no snow the next day, either ... or the next. So, instead, Mabel imagines herself on the most extraordinary of adventures, becoming a bobsleigh champion, a polar explorer, and even Father Christmas! And just when she's stopped waiting and watching for the snow to fall, her world is transformed by a thick blanket of brilliant white! Brimming over with the joy of imaginary and outdoor play, this is a timeless winter storybook penned by a Booker-shortlisted writer. Great for Ages 3-6. -
When Oscar and Molly rush outside to investigate a crash in the night, they're not expecting to find a dazed Angel Gabriel wandering around their grandparents' back garden. And they're certainly not expecting to find themselves in a race to save Christmas. But if they don't track down a missing shepherd, wise man, donkey and the actual Mary and Joseph, who've all crash-landed in Chipping Bottom, not only will Christmas cease to exist, but they will too. Operation Nativity is on... "All I want for Christmas is for everyone to read this book." A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief "A gorgeous, heartwarming story full of hope, humour and love. The perfect gift for Christmas." Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear Great for Ages 7-11. -
Based on Judith Kerr's best-loved Mog stories, join in the adventures of everyone's favourite cat in this brilliant activity book with over 100 stickers! Mog's Christmas coming to Channel 4 Christmas 2023. Celebrate Mog and all her antics - this brilliant book includes over 100 stickers and is packed full of puzzles, colouring, dot to dot and so much more. With beautiful classic artwork from the original Judith Kerr stories, discover Mog's favourite foods and things to do and join in with her epic adventures as never before... Great for Ages 3-7. -
Travel the world in Minecraft! This easy-to-follow guide is filled with detailed instructions on how to make your own versions of the world's greatest landmarks. It includes straightforward instructions on how to build 13 different structures from around the world, including the Statue of Liberty, the Easter Island Heads, Sydney Opera House, Burj Khalifa, the Eiffel Tower, and many more. Builds range in difficulty, so there's something for every reader to try. Plus, every section is filled with cool info about the world's greatest wonders, meaning this is the perfect title for young learners. It's a fantastic way to combine geography, history and creativity into an amazing, fulfilling Minecraft experience. Great for Ages 7-12. -
From decoding top-secret messages to collecting gadgets and cracking safes, help spies complete all kinds of mysterious missions in this exciting book packed with over 100 puzzles. With mazes, wordsearches, spot the difference and more, there's plenty to keep young secret agents busy on journeys, rainy days and holidays. Great for Ages 7-11. -
Starring astronauts, aliens and the wonders of the universe, this puzzle book is packed with mazes, dot-to-dot, spot the difference, simple logic puzzles and wordsearches. It will keep children entertained while developing their skills in reading, counting and observation - ideal for journeys, holidays and times when the dark brings play indoors. Great for Ages 6-10. -
The lion is King and everyone in his kingdom is happy. Everyone, that is, except King Lion himself. The king feels lonely and decides he needs a friend. He tries everything: roaring HELLO!, waving his paws, flashing a smile and even cracking a joke. But everyone just runs away. Then, feeling lonelier than ever, the king climbs up the tallest tower in his kingdom and roars and roars and ROARS! Now no one in the kingdom is happy. Until a little girl sees the king and comes up with a very brave plan to help him. A joyful, touching and vibrantly illustrated story. Great for Ages 1-6.