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Here we go! Keep the pedal to the metal with Mario, Luigi, and all their friends in this Mario Kart Young Reader! Nintendo and Super Mario fans ages 5-8 will love to meet Mario, Luigi, and all their friends and foes in this Step 3 level reader. Step 3 readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. It...

A heartwarming story originated in te reo Maori by an award-winning Maori-Pasifika author about aroha, whanau, passing down traditional knowledge and welcoming in the new year. He kairaranga puhara a Nanny Rina, ka taea te raranga i nga momo kupenga katoa! Ka patai ana tana mokopuna, a Haeata te Kapua, mo nga kupenga ka rarangahia hei powhiri i te tau...

An enchanting collection of stories about the most famous little sister in the world, with the beautiful and iconic illustrations by Shirley Hughes. My Naughty Little Sister is stubborn and greedy and full of mischief. She tries to cut off the cat’s tail and eats all the trifle at Harry’s party! How much bother can one little sister be? This...

This simple but informative book brings the fascinating world of dinosaurs to life for preschoolers. They'll enjoy poring over the bold, graphic illustrations as they learn all about the latest dinosaur discoveries, including research that shows that many dinosaurs were feathered and that birds are close relatives of dinosaurs. Lively, up-to-date, and colourful, this is a perfect first book about...

Help babies and toddlers master the building blocks of speech with this adorable, fun-to-read rhyming board book, written by an early speech expert! Created by an early speech expert, this interactive first words book filled with fun-to-read rhymes helps little ones learn to talk! Each page features: Simple, exciting sounds that are easy for little ones to imitate, and can...

Elmer is different. Elmer is patchwork. The grey elephants all love him, but he soon starts to wonder what it would be like to be just the same as them... Full of colour, wisdom, and pathos, this classic tale has been abridged for the very youngest readers in this tactile shaped board book edition. With its sturdy shaped pages for...

Mr Santa, want to hear me play? Do the reindeer talk? And can I ride your sleigh? When a little girl comes face to face with Santa in her own house, she can hardly believe it! It’s her golden opportunity to ask him the questions – all the many questions! – that she’s been desperate to know... Can Santa eat...

The Mr Men will help you show your daddy just how much he means to you. From terrific tickles and funny faces which brighten your day, to strong arms when you're feeling tired, daddies are funny, silly, strong and cool - lots of the Mr Men rolled into one! Children can also add their own words to the story to...

Join Moomintroll and his friend Little My in this brand new picture book based on the original stories by Tove Jansson. If you haven't met a Moomin yet, you're missing the most magical fun... On a windy day in Moominvalley, a frightened forest creature comes tap-tapping on the door of the Moominhouse. Little My is less than impressed when Moominmamma...

A stunning graphic novel adaptation of Walter Dean Myers's New York Times bestseller Monster. Monster is a multi-award-winning, provocative coming-of-age story about Steve Harmon, a teenager awaiting trial for murder and robbery. As Steve acclimates to juvenile detention and goes to trial, he envisions how his ordeal would play out on the big screen. Guy A. Sims, the acclaimed author...

Kid-friendly silliness, parent-approved wit, and art worthy of Charley Harper merge in this immersive, interactive fill-in journal. Imagine Q&A a Day for Kids mixed with Dr. Seuss's My Book About Me by Me Myself. Inventive, hilarious, and joyously colourful, this fill-in journal was designed to help kids capture nearly everything that's uniquely rad about them. With design-savvy, yet completely kid-friendly...

A special edition to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of Bob Graham's heroic and heartfelt tale of growing up super. As the son of legendary superheroes Captain Lightning and Madam Thunderbolt, Max is destined to join their ranks—once he learns to fly, that is. But despite his parents’ valiant coaching and encouragement from his grandparents and friends, Max can’t seem to...

"Up there with Skandar and Impossible Creatures. An absolute triumph!" - Mel Taylor-Bessent From the internationally bestselling author of Wonderscape and The Uncommoners, comes a spectacular new fantasy series for ages 9 and up. Set in a world of magical creatures, ancient meteorites, and secret organisations, Magicalia is irresistible to fans of Pokémon, Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, and Fantastic...

Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street is a stunningly illustrated recipe book for kids (or anyone, really). It tells the story of different residents of a house cooking foods from around the world. Simply sweet. In each apartment, someone is preparing a special dish to share with their neighbours. Mr Singh is making coconut dahl with his daughter while Maria mashes...

Sophie Mouse’s little brother goes missing in the fourth book of The Adventures of Sophie Mouse. Sophie’s brother, Winston, really wants to help Sophie and her friends build a fort at Butterfly Brook. However, Sophie doesn't want her six-year-old brother hanging around, and she tells him he’s too little to join. Soon after Winston leaves, Sophie realises they could use...

The second gloriously gothic mystery starring supernatural sleuths, Lockett & Wilde - for fans of Lemony Snicket and Murder Most Unladylike. "All hail Lockett & Wilde!” Lemony Snicket "A stunningly spooky mystery." Maz Evans "Wildly funny." Ben Miller "Funny, spooky and cosy - I loved it!" Andy Stanton Matilda and Edgar are in London's haunted theatre-land, where Matilda is rehearsing...

A fun new series of gloriously gothic mysteries, starring supernatural sleuths, Lockett & Wilde, and a cast of ghosts galore! “This book has more shadowy mysteries than twelve graveyards and more delicious twists than my favourite pretzel. All hail Lockett & Wilde!”—Lemony Snicket Matilda Lockett is used to playing the role of Poor Dead Edna the Orphan on stage with...

From under the water to high on the cliffs, there are hundreds of fascinating things to discover along the seashore. Visit a sandy beach, dive into rock pools, and explore the fascinating seashore in this delightful sticker book. Use the 240 stickers of interesting birds, plants, sea creatures, pebbles, and shells to bring the beautifully illustrated scenes to life in...

Simple guidance for young children, plus plenty of space for unstructured play. This enchanting sticker book is full of bright, cheerful pictures that will engage young readers. There are inviting scenes to decorate on every page, offering both simple outlines to guide sticker placement, and plenty of space for unstructured play, too. It's a great way to help little children...

Lift-the-flap Questions and Answers About Recycling and Rubbish focuses on the importance of reducing, re-using, repairing and recycling. A fabulous overview of what happens to our waste, from stinking problems and hi-tech sorting systems to the importance of making less rubbish in the first place. Includes top tips on how we can reduce and re-use.

Lift-the-flap First Spanish is an engaging way to learn simple conversational Spanish. This interactive flap book is designed to help children learn basic Spanish phrases for a variety of everyday situations. Topics covered include greetings and farewells, emotions, and daily routines. With linked audio recordings, readers can hear the correct pronunciations, enhancing their language learning experience.

One of 12 brand-new Learn with Peppa titles for 2024, consisting of wipe-clean titles, sticker activity books and innovative novelty formats. Learn with Peppa: Peppa's Alphabet Adventure is a sturdy, innovative board book with die-cut letter shapes on every page and on the cover, helping to teach both alphabetical order and key pre-writing skills. Go on an adventure from A-Z...

DK's best-selling, richly illustrated encyclopedia series explores the wonderful world of plants and fungi. The ultimate nature book for children, this plant encyclopedia has everything from cacti and carnivorous plants to trees, flowers, and mushrooms. Why are flowers colourful and fruits sweet? How does a carnivorous plant kill its prey? Why do stinging nettles sting? How do trees turn light...

“I’m once again blown away by Laura Gao’s ability to make me relate to someone completely different from myself. Get ready to experience the epic highs and lows of high school rock climbing.” —Sonora Reyes, National Book Award finalist and bestselling author of The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School Once dubbed the Queen of Balance as her school’s top rock...

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Iris Apfel, the style icon and beloved tastemaker known for her eclectic eyewear! Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers. This Little Golden Book about Iris Apfel—businessperson, interior designer, and fashion icon who has captivated the world with her colourful and unique...

“Just right for sharing on Grandma’s lap.” —Publishers Weekly A loving grandmother eagerly awaits the arrival of her first grandchild—dreaming of the baby's soft sighs, sweet smells, and tiny toes. Finally, the baby arrives and Grandma is ready with a very special message: Even before you were born, I was your grandma and I loved you. With sturdy board book...

A bumper tabbed board book of action-rhymes, featuring 10 popular children's songs! This large tabbed board book features an illustrated guide to 10 different songs with clear instructions to help children join in the actions. Each song is illustrated with bright, animated artwork from Laurie Stansfield, which clearly shows the accompanying actions. Through these fun action-rhymes, children can develop their...

A hilariously deadpan look at new parenthood – from a baby’s point of view. I am not sleepy. I am not sleepy because I am a baby. Mummy is sleepy. Mummy is sleepy because I am a baby. With humour and sympathy, Bob Shea looks at the chaos of life with a baby as amiably narrated by the new arrival....

A hilarious rhyming story with plenty of phonic repetition for beginner readers. Have you ever wondered what happens in the zoo at night? Well, the answer, in this zoo anyway, is that all the animals create a hullabaloo - playing music, dancing, singing and generally having a noisy good time. Hullabaloo at the Zoo by Zanna Davidson offers a rompingly...

It's naptime, and all the animals are curling up to get some rest. Whether it's snoozing under the sea or nesting high in the trees, little ones will enjoy learning about the various ways their favourite animals get their sleep. From the New York Times bestselling author Diane Muldrow (Everything I Need to Know I Learned from a Little Golden...

Learn how a seed becomes a tree with Eric Carle's classic artwork and The Very Hungry Caterpillar! In this nonfiction story, young readers explore the transformation of a seed into a tree. The miracles of nature come to life in this early-learning series centred around life cycles, featuring simple text and Eric Carle's classic illustrations!

David Warner wasn’t always the Australian cricket legend he is today. He was once a kid, too, just like you. Follow the adventures of Little Davey Warner, his friends, and his dog, Max, who are obsessed with cricket. They love it so much they want to play it all day long, but there’s always something – or someone – getting...

Join Duggee and the Squirrels as they earn their Fire Engine Badges! Enid the cat is stuck in a tree! Duggee and the Squirrels must find a way to rescue her . . . and fast! NEE-NAW! NEE-NAW! NEE-NAW! Squirrel Club to the rescue! Can the Squirrels work together to save Enid and earn their Fire Engine Badges? Join them...

Join Duggee and the Squirrels in this counting adventure! The Squirrels want to earn their Counting Badges! Count along with them and learn to count to 100! Count animals, fruit, flowers, and even badges! Lift the flaps to find things to count with Duggee and the Squirrels. Want more Duggee? Try: Hey Duggee: The Cake Badge Hey Duggee: The Fire...

Bestselling Mothball is back -- with birthday cake! (Carrot, of course.) She eats, she sleeps, she scratches. But today it's Mothball's birthday and it's time to celebrate! Created by author Jackie French and illustrator Bruce Whatley, Happy Birthday Wombat is a very funny picture book about enjoying a special day -- as seen through the eyes of the world's most...

Hands can do all kinds of things! A rhyming text with eye-catching colour photos offers just the encouragement young children need to explore their world — hands on. Hands can hold things.Hands can mould things.Hands can catchand hands can throw. Hands can do much more, of course — wave hello and goodbye, play peekaboo, touch things, clap, even tie a...

The fifth title in Babette Cole's bestselling series of 'family dilemmas'. Girls and boys are always curious and sometimes even alarmed by the behaviour of their bodies as they grow up. Puberty being a particularly unsettling time, Babette Cole has made this the subject of the fifth title in her bestselling series of 'family dilemmas'. Who else but Babette would...

The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for school use. Gem School Dictionary and Thesaurus is the perfect English reference for all students aged 11 and above. A combined dictionary and thesaurus, in the best-selling Gem format, it shows both dictionary and thesaurus texts on the same page, making it the perfect tool for both school work and homework....

America's favourite cat is back with this new value-priced edition of three-in-one comic strips (contains: Garfield Sings for His Supper #55, Garfield Caution: Wide Load #56, and Garfield Souped Up #57) together for the first time in colour and super-sized! This rollicking collection includes three books in one: Garfield Sings for His Supper, Garfield Caution: Wide Load, and Garfield Souped...

Grab your gaming gear and laugh your head off with the super-popular Funny Kid series! Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen. A new video game has thrown Redhill Middle School into chaos. Will Max get the screen time he needs to dominate? Max is the funny kid and he's trying to...

A delightful sticker book to help prepare little children for the arrival of a new baby in the family. This delightful sticker book takes children through all the exciting stages of welcoming a new baby into the family. With over 150 stickers to add to the beautifully illustrated scenes, children can decorate the nursery, collect all the things the baby...

Grab a torch and explore the truth behind day and night. From sunset to sunrise, discover the secrets of night time - why it happens, where the Sun goes... and what the night sky can tell us about the universe. Playful flaps, delightful illustrations and friendly text explain the science behind the cycle of day and night, summer and winter....

Very young interactive puzzles with irresistible cut-out finger trails to follow. Help Anya the angelfish find her way through a coral reef and Basil the dog navigate an obstacle course by following the finger trails in this delightful young puzzle book. It features ten simple mazes with a variety of themes and charming detailed illustrations. Mazes in Fingertrail Animal Mazes...

Farmyard Tales Stories Pig Gets Stuck by Heather Amery tells the delightful story of Curly the pig, who finds himself in a bit of a predicament. Will Mrs Boot be able to get him out? Young children will love finding out what happens in this charming short story, specially written for new readers.

Ballet has never been fancier! Fancy Nancy loves going to ballet class with her best friend, Bree. But when she realises that her dad and the rest of her family have a lot to learn about ballet, she has a fabulous idea! What if she opened her own ballet school?

Discover over 180 amazing animals with The Very Hungry Caterpillar! A bright and engaging first introduction to the animal kingdom. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar on a journey through many different animal habitats - including lush rainforests, arid deserts and snowy mountains - and meet over 180 of the amazing creatures who share our planet. With vivid scenes to marvel...

Witty, lively and full of fun, this cat-and-mouse tale from a former Children's Laureate is sure to delight young readers with clever twists and the satisfying defeat of one terrifying cat. Once there was a very fierce cat. Not just fierce: totally, terrifyingly, stupendously fierce. Everyone was afraid of this cat. Her name was Dread and everyone dreaded Dread Cat....

Doodling Things That Go by Simon Tudhope is a delightful write-in activity book designed for young artists. This book is packed with trucks that children can learn how to doodle. It provides ample space to copy the illustrations and colour them in, making it a perfect activity for budding artists who love all things that go!

An enthralling historical novel of immigration, courage and first love from an award-winning New Zealand author. Displaced follows Eloise and her family as they leave Cornwall on a treacherous sea journey to start a new life in 1870s colonial New Zealand. During the voyage, Eloise meets Lars, a Norwegian labourer travelling below decks, and their lives begin to intertwine. When...

Dinosaur World by Emily Bone explores intriguing questions like: Which dinosaur was the fiercest? How big were the biggest dinosaurs? How do we know about dinosaurs today? This book will take you back in time to discover answers and much more about the incredible world of dinosaurs. Featuring simple text, stunning photographs, and illustrations, this book is a visual delight....

MadeForMums Toy Awards 2024 Gold Award Winner, Best Book (under 4) British Book Design and Production Awards Winner 2024 – Children’s Trade 0–8 Do you love books? Do you love wobbling? Then you’ll love this fun and cheeky new board book series – perfect for playful preschoolers! Who’s got a wobbly bottom? Triceratops does! Do you? If you’ve got a...

Expert marine biologist Anita Thomas has written an accessible, informative guide to marine biology, full of adventure for everyone who loves the sea, and our planet! My name is Emma, and I am a marine biologist. A marine biologist is a scientist that studies life in the sea. Did you know that 70 per cent of our planet is covered...

Matt Tavares, New York Times bestselling author of Dasher and its sequel, Dasher Can't Wait for Christmas, returns with another Christmas classic in the making. One bright night just before Christmas, Dasher the reindeer is out admiring the stunning colours of the northern lights when she meets George, a sweet polar bear. Astounded to see that Dasher can fly, George...

A perfect story to read with Dad, from multi-award-winning author Michelle Robinson. Following in their daddies' gigantic footsteps, will the baby dinosaurs find their own feet? Baby dinosaur wishes he could follow in his dad's giant footsteps, and grow up to be big, brave and strong, just like him. But when he and his friends lose sight of their daddies...

All you need is scissors and glue to create out-of-this-world pictures in this cutting and sticking book. Children are invited to cut out shapes from the paper at the back of the book and glue them onto the illustrated scenes. The large shapes to cut around are perfect for little hands to follow and provide a fun way to practise...

A brand new 25th anniversary edition of the international bestselling phenomenon! Darren is just your average schoolboy – or was, at least – until he and his friend Steve buy tickets to the outlawed, magical and macabre Cirque Du Freak. Packed with wonderfully grotesque characters – including a snake-boy, a wolf-man and, most exciting of all, an enormous performing spider...

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER. Celebrate basketball sensation Caitlin Clark with this collectible Little Golden Book, which shares her impressive journey to the WNBA and features stunning original illustrations! With vibrant full-colour illustrations on every page, Caitlin Clark: A Little Golden Book Biography brings her story to life—from shooting hoops in her driveway as a young girl, to setting records...

Britannica’s Word of the Day builds knowledge one day at a time with 366 masterful words. Become a word virtuoso in just one year with 366 crackerjack words aimed to impress. This charmingly illustrated book features boffo words selected by the masterminds at Britannica to highlight the best of the English language. Follow a menagerie of animals as they teach...

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! Bluey: I Love My Family features Bluey and Bingo as they tell us why they love their family in this sweet and cheeky book. This is a gorgeous hardback book perfect for kids of all ages. Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing...

Bluey: Daddy Putdown is based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! It's Dad's turn to get Bluey and Bingo ready for bed. Will the daddy putdown go to plan? Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing on ABC KIDS, the show has amassed legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular...

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! Meet Bingo! Bingo Heeler loves getting lost in her own world, talking to tiny bugs and, of course, relaxing in her relaxing chair! Get to know all about Bluey's little sister in this fun shaped board book for kids of all ages. Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue...

In this My First I Can Read!, best friends Big Dog and Little Dog find themselves in a particularly muddy situation! Created by Dav Pilkey, author of Dog Man and Captain Underpants. Big Dog and Little Dog go for a walk—and walk straight into a mess! The doggie duo discover that both mud patches and rain puddles make for a...

Young readers will enjoy these exciting Bible stories about kids not so different from themselves. From the story of David defeating Goliath with his slingshot, to Miriam, who watched over her baby brother, Moses, as he lay in his basket in the bulrushes, Bible Stories of Boys and Girls has something for both boys and girls and is a great...

Jean de Brunhoff’s tales of Babar have charmed readers around the world for 80 years. As one of the most iconic series of animal books in history, Babar has become a household name both as a character in children’s books and on TV. Beautifully illustrated, this edition is an ideal gift for children aged 3 and up. This slipcase includes...

Help children understand their autism and thrive with this positive guide for kids ages 8 to 12. We all think differently. This notion is celebrated in Autism and Me, a guide that helps children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) gain a better understanding of how their brain works. The book highlights positive ASD traits while showing kids how they can...

Aussie Kids is an exciting new series for emerging readers aged 6-8 years. From a NSW Zoo to a Victorian lighthouse, or an outback sheep farm in WA to a beach in QLD, this junior fiction series celebrates stories about children living in unique places in every state in Australia. Eight characters, eight stories, eight authors and illustrators from all...

The Weight of Crowns Two queens. One throne. Who will claim the crown? (This book is an adult romantic fantasy novel that contains mature themes and content.) On the brink of war, Mira and Scarlett find themselves entangled in a deadly world of gods, magic, and duplicity, with the stage set for the ultimate showdown. Scarlett is now in full...

The battle for the magical world is only just beginning... With the support of the Iffenwilders and their mighty water magic, Daisy and her friends are finally setting off to rescue the Botanists held prisoner in the heart of the Amazon rainforest. But their rescue mission is sent spinning off course when Daisy and Max are separated, and Max is...

A fascinating and detailed look at the incredible journeys that occur in the animal kingdom. Shortlisted for The Week Junior Children's Book of the Year 2024 in the Animals and Nature category. Join animals on epic adventures, and travel through the natural world with them. Across the world, billions of animals are embarking on incredible journeys. Many are in search...

When Amanda and her friends find out Eve has the exact same yellow dress as Amanda and is planning to wear it to the School Disco, Amanda needs to find a way to change Eve's mind. It's OPERATION DISCO DRESS! Amanda Commander - The Yellow Dress is the third book in a Junior Fiction series promoting kindness, loyalty and friendship....

Amanda and her two best friends, Lucia and Mai, are the Dolphin Squad. They live by the beach, hang out in HQ and solve all sorts of problems. Amanda Commander is nearly nine and there is nothing she loves more than hanging out with her two best friends at HQ, making all sorts of plans and solving all kinds of...

What do families look like? Who's in your family? And how can families change? With delightful illustrations, this glorious celebration of family diversity, All About Families, talks about lone-parent families, adoptive, foster, divorced, remarried, and mixed race families, and lots, lots more. It shows little children that families come in all shapes and sizes.

Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar at the beach in this new tabbed board book! Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a fun-filled day at the beach! There is water to splash in, sand for building, and seashells to collect! With 8 chunky tabs, this board book is perfect for getting little ones excited for a visit to the seaside! Share...

Children will love these timeless 5-minute Bible adventures, featuring classic stories of Noah’s ark, Daniel and the lions, the birth of Jesus, and more! With text and art from the bestselling Adventure Bible brand, more than 30 stories come alive with bright, colourful illustrations and fun, interactive elements. Each of these stories can be shared in just five minutes, making...

Diana Wynne Jones at her finest—family feuds and chaos, magic with hilarious results, and some of the most original ideas ever to appear between the covers of a book. Casper, Johnny, and Gwinny get a big shock when their mother Sally marries the Ogre. He is large, stern, and not at all interested in children. His first wife left him...

Travel, treasure and trickery in bustling Tokyo. When Alice-Miranda, Millie and Jacinta travel to Japan during the school holidays, they are in for a fascinating treat. Dolly Oliver, the family cook, has been invited to speak at a conference in Tokyo on her Just Add Water (JAW) food creation. However, she is even more interested in her newest invention and...

Celebrate the release of the Alice-Miranda: A Royal Christmas Ball movie with this special bind-up edition featuring books four, five, and six in the series. Read the books that inspired the movies with Alice-Miranda at Sea, Alice-Miranda in New York, and Alice-Miranda Shows the Way. Includes a full-colour picture section with scenes from the animated telemovie, plus a special note...

Discover the terrifying monsters and fascinating beasts of Dungeons & Dragons with this A-to-Z illustrated guide to all the creatures you might encounter during your adventures. In this single-volume collection of all the creature profiles from the first six books in the Young Adventurer's Guide series, you'll find the wild and wondrous creatures that populate the world of Dungeons &...

A Aria me te Atua o te Kūmara is the gripping sequel to The Astromancer - translated into te reo Maori by Hēni Jacob. Koia tēnei, ko te paki whakaihiihi e whai mai ana i Te Kokorangi. Noho morearea ana nga ra ki tua - kua mauheretia a Te Kokorangi e te hoariri kino, e Ruatapu, waihoki, e matemate katoa...

Practical instructions and loads of exciting ideas for kids to make their own terrarium with influencer Ben Newell. Ever wanted to make a terrarium but didn't know where to start? Join terrarium expert Ben Newell and learn how to create your own tiny world. Terrariums are miniature gardens that can be grown in anything from fish tanks to spice jars....