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A charming and funny tale of a girl with green fingers. Slightly longer than the other books in the hugely successful Magical Children series, it is enormous fun and features some wonderful 'Dahl-esque'
baddies. For younger readers - 5+ |
The third in the series. Torak has survived the summer and his heart-stopping adventure in the Seal Islands. He and Wolf are together again. But their reunion is all too short-lived. As mid winter approaches Torak learns the worst from the White Fox clan - Wolf has been snatched. In a desperate bid to rescue him Torak and Renn must brave the frozen wilderness of the Far North. For readers of 11 and over. |
This award-winning book has become a modern classic, with its theme of 'you can achieve anything you want'. Beautifully illustrated by Caroline Binch. For 5-7 year olds. |
This book features stories from three Children's Laureates - Anne Fine, Jacqueline Wilson and Michael Morpurgo. A perfect introduction to these wonderful authors. Recommended for 5 to 7 year olds. |
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Simple lift-the-flap rhyming stories from this popular writer and illustrator. Ideal for parents and babies.
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A breathtaking picture book to be enjoyed by children of all ages. Lydia's passion for gardening brings love and warmth into her uncle's life.
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Two orphaned children on the run in the streets of Venice. Don't miss this story of the film currently on release.
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Should Floss stay with her dad, or go to Australia with her mum? Another story of family life from the Children's Laureate.
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The third in the spellbinding trilogy from Philip Reeve, which began with Mortal engines. Great holiday reading! For readers of 10 and above.
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Get ready for more brilliant page-turning fantasy from master, Garth Nix. On the fourth day, there was war! Pick up with Arthur Penhaligon as his Keys to the Kingdom adventures continue in the mysterious House. Following their adventures in the Border Sea, Arthur and Leaf head for home. Suitable for 10+ |
A touch and feel book for the youngest children. A noisy and fun-filled farmyard adventure.
Who is hiding under th sticks? Follow the friendly puppy as he runs around the farmyard greeting all the animals. Young children will love to stroke the big, soft, velvety animals and to join in making their noises.
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Another wonderful book by Anthony Browne. This one is a tribute to mums everywhere, and is the follow-up to his popular 'My dad'. Great fun! For younger children.
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| Number 4 in the series about Nicholas and his family. Now that the twins have been born, the family needs to earn more money. Dad starts to grow vegetables and keep a goat for milking. Then the twins audition for a nappy advert........hence he title of the book. Read it to find out more! For 5-8 year olds. |
Beetles, Bugs and Butterflies is Lola's favourite book ever. So what happens when someone else has borrowed it from the library? Charlie tries everything he can think of to pacify her but nothing is ever going to take the place of her favourite book.....until Charlie finds Chimps and Chimpanzees and then Lola has a new best book ever! For 3 year olds and over. |
Another hilarious selection for young children featuring the adventurous and inquisitive Harry, who takes his beloved Bucketful of Dinosaurs on all his adventures. This time around, he's saving animals. For under fives. |
The third book in this series finds Charlie reunited with his parents in Morocco. His enemies are out of his way - Maccomo the lion tamer is being held prisoner by the lions and Rafi Sadler has disappeared. Recommended for readers of 10 and over. |
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| The 'Read me' series of books has been a huge success and this one will be just as popular. A funny poem to enjoy for every day of the year. Great fun. For all ages. |
Femke, a gifted and resourceful young spy, is entrusted with a vital foreign mission by the Emperor. An exciting sory for readers of 13+. |
A fascinating and unusual picture book, where children can examine their place in the world through 12 detailed and engaging maps, such as Map of My Day, Map of My Family and Map of My Tummy which will fascinate children aged 5 - 8. A non-fiction book to encourage children who don't want to read stories. |
Why are some carpets magic? What is a wish-tree? Where can the fountain of eternal life be found? The answers can be found in this enchanted journeyrelating stories told in storytelling tents through Central Asia. 7 year olds and above. |
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| This is a fast-paced adventure, inspired by the traditional story of "The Three Little Pigs", in which the brave trio attempt to outwit the Big Bad Wolf for the second time, this time by winning the 'Pie in the Sky Air Race'. For age 3 upwards. |
After saving the Cosmos once before, Gryllus is a bit tired of being a hero. He wants to return to human form and live a quiet life, preferably working as Chief Pie Taster to the Gods. Is Gryllus the only one who can sort out the problems in the cosmos? |
A wonderful collection of stories which should be in every home for ideas for bedtime reading with your children. Suitable for all age groups, these books are recommended by the current Children's Laurea |
Pirateology is the 1720 work of Captain William Lubber, Pirate Hunter General to the Admiralty, and contains a variety of recreations and novelties, such as a real compass set into the cover, a hidden treasure map... Ages 8 years and over. |
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| This is a wonderful series of books by popular children's author Laurence Anholt. It provides a brilliant introduction to the work of popular artists. The books appeal particularly to children from 4 - 7. |
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| This popular and thought-provoking series by Madonna appeals to a wide-age range. |
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| Another book by one of today's most popular children's authors |
The Boy is transported to "The land of story". Follow him as he meets a host of familiar characters, and see how many you recognise. For ages 5-8. |
A collection of poems to introduce your 5-7 year old to the fun of poetry. A great book for reading together. |
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| Do you like fairy stories? Do you like historical novels? Then this is the perfect story for you. |
This story takes you back over six thousand years, in the first of a series of six books. |
Another great read from Angie Sage. |
