The heart-warming tale of a gorilla & his tiny friend, from the master picturebook-maker. ...

It’s 1987, & Ira & Zac are being uprooted to Skilly House, a children’s home. It’s tough being a care kid, & Ira reckons that if life doesn’t get better (or at least more interesting) she’s going to start inventing witches & castles & stuff like that. But as it turns out, she doesn’t have to. Life gets exciting all by itself… Set against a turbulent 1980s background of social upheaval & poll tax riots, this is a sad yet hopeful tale of growing up & learning to believe in yourself. A memorable & moving debut from a stellar new talent A tale of growing up, making friends & finding a home Published to huge acclaim from critics & the public Ideal for fans of Jacqueline Wilson & Elizabeth Laird“ This remarkable debut novel reads as if written by an experienced children’s author at the height of her powers.” Sunday Times A truly, truly, truly lovely story…. Uplifting & heartwarming without ever being twee.” Bookbag fiction-9-11-reading-collections summer-18 sum-18 sum-18-ie ...

Who is the baby left behind on Shelley’s bed? She’s not a fairy baby, that’s for sure… If you love Jacky Wilson, you’ll adore this quirky tale of mothers, daughters – & a bit of magic! ...

Sparkle up! The Little Charmers are three lucky friends who are training to do magic. But in this funny story, Hazel learns that even the cleverest spells can misfire. Hazel can’t wait for the magical clubhouse sleepover that she & the other Little Charmers have planned. But Hazel’s dad says she has to clean her room – all by herself – before she can go. Then Hazel has a brainwave. If she clones herself, her clone can do the cleaning for her. Dad will never know! What could possibly go wrong? A hilarious storybook featuring these Nick Jr. friends Charming blend of fun, friendship, magic & mischief Message about honesty & showing respect for others Bright pictures & simple words for little readers ...

Minibeasts for mini readers! These very simple first books let you take a look at creepy-crawlies you’ll find in any garden, from earthworms who wriggle in the soil to brightly coloured ladybirds. Admire these tiny critters up close in large double-page colour photos, & learn new words to describe them. Each spread has short headings or captions, & a couple of simple sentences to read on your own. Visually stunning books with big, beautiful colour photos Very first facts for small children just beginning to read Mix of familiar & new vocabulary, with a short glossary Favourite minibeasts that children can hunt for nearby ...

Minibeasts for mini readers! This very simple first series lets you take a look at creepy-crawlies you’ll find in any garden. In this book, it’s the turn of ants: small but strong, & always very busy! Admire these tiny critters up close in large double-page colour photos, & learn new words to describe them. Each spread has short headings or captions, & a couple of simple sentences to read on your own. Quality colour hardback with beautiful big colour photos Very first facts for small children just beginning to read Mix of familiar & new vocabulary, with a short glossary A favourite minibeast that children can hunt for nearby ...

Minibeasts for mini readers! This very simple first series lets you take a look at creepy-crawlies you’ll find in any garden. In this book, it’s the turn of butterflies, which pollinate flowers while looking very lovely. Admire these flying friends up close in large double-page colour photos, & learn new words to describe them. Each spread has short headings or captions, & a couple of simple sentences to read on your own. Quality colour hardback with beautiful big colour photos Very first facts for small children just beginning to read Mix of familiar & new vocabulary, with a short glossary A favourite minibeast that children can hunt for nearby ...

Minibeasts for mini readers! This very simple first series lets you take a look at creepy-crawlies you’ll find in any garden. In this book, it’s the turn of earthworms: wiggly friends that enrich the soil. Admire these tiny critters up close in large double-page colour photos, & learn new words to describe them. Each spread has short headings or captions, & a couple of simple sentences to read on your own. Quality colour hardback with beautiful big colour photos Very first facts for small children just beginning to read Mix of familiar & new vocabulary, with a short glossary A favourite minibeast that children can hunt for nearby ...

Minibeasts for mini readers! This very simple first series lets you take a look at creepy-crawlies you’ll find in any garden. In this book, it’s the turn of ladybirds: bright, beautiful & very useful! Admire these tiny critters up close in large double-page colour photos, & learn new words to describe them. Each spread has short headings or captions, & a couple of simple sentences to read on your own. Quality colour hardback with beautiful big colour photos Very first facts for small children just beginning to read Mix of familiar & new vocabulary, with a short glossary A favourite minibeast that children can hunt for nearby ...

But life on the red carpet is no compensation for parents who constantly argue, intensive scrutiny from the media, & and having no real friends. Destiny, on the other h&, is an only child living on a rundown estate with a sickly but devoted mum who constantly tells her that she’s really the daughter of a famous rock star. ...