Hands up if you wish you had a superpower! Right – that’s pretty much all of us. Including Dylan. He’s wanted one since forever, especially as his brother & sister have really cool powers. But when his wish finally comes true, Dylan is mightily disappointed. His new superpower is: he can talk to iguanas. RUBBISH!!! How is he going to save the world doing that? Well – Dylan is about to learn that iguanas have plenty to say. But can they transform him into a hero when evil supervillains start popping up? A bold, fresh & funny new twist on superhero fiction Diary of a Wimpy Kid meets My Brother is a Superhero Bursting with laughs, invention & cartoon illustrations Top series winning huge acclaim from readers & reviewers“ It’s not often that you come across a children’s book with a voice as strong as Bishop’s unique spin.” Starburst Magazine ...

Welcome to the journey to find your Ikigai. ...

This is a powerful & timely story about one boy’s epic journey across Africa to Europe, a graphic novel for all children with glorious colour artwork throughout. From Eoin Colfer, previously Irish Children’s Laureate, & the team behind his bestselling Artemis Fowl graphic novels. ...

A colouring fantasia from genius doodler Kerby Rosanes. If this is what he sees by day, what are his dreams like? ...

Two huge stars of children’s fiction together in one book! Eoin Colfer’s lighthearted text plus Oliver Jeffer’s whimsical artwork: this is a dazzling flight of fancy. Let the magic unfold… What should you do when you really need a friend, but there’s no one there? Don’t despair. Just wish as hard as you possibly can. Because sometimes – with a little electricity, or luck, or even a bit of magic – an imaginary friend might appear. Someone like Fred, who’s been floating like a feather in the wind, waiting for you to find him… From former Laureate na nÓg Eoin Colfer & picture book hero Oliver Jeffers An uplifting & dazzlingly original tale of friendship, hope & dreams In a durable colour hardback format that’s perfect for homes or libraries “A quirky & comical delight, bursting with warmth & wit’ – Bookseller irish irish-010217 books-from-ireland summer-18 sum-18 sum-18-ie reading-for-pleasure-ireland ...

The most exciting bits of history – simply retold. Who was William the Conqueror? What was the Gunpowder Plot? How did the Wright brothers change our world? Find out in this fun series: a close-up look at seriously interesting moments in history. Each book gives you the full story in easy text & colour pictures, along with cool details such as"es from people who were actually there. Plus, find out why each event mattered, & how we’re able to remember it today. A highly illustrated series exploring key moments in history Fascinating topics that children really want to know about Each book has a rich range of"es, images & sources Shows how historians build up a picture of long-ago events history-reading-collections sum-18-ie ...

The most important bits of history – simply retold. What is Remembrance Day? Where in the world does it take place? Why do people wear poppies? Who are we remembering & why? This book tells you how Remembrance Day began after the end of the First World War, in which millions of soldiers died. The event is still held on the 11th of November every year, marking the anniversary of the end of the First World War. But nowadays, it commemorates soldiers who have died in conflicts all around the world. Simple & highly illustrated look at the history of Remembrance Day Clearly explains how & why this annual event came into being Describes the significance & history of the poppy symbol Shows how the act of remembrance helps to keep history alive history-reading-collections sum-18-ie ...

The most important bits of history – simply retold. What is Remembrance Day? Where in the world does it take place? Why do people wear poppies? Who are we remembering & why? This book tells you how Remembrance Day began after the end of the First World War, in which millions of soldiers died. The event is still held on the 11th of November every year, marking the anniversary of the end of the First World War. But nowadays, it commemorates soldiers who have died in conflicts all around the world. Simple & highly illustrated look at the history of Remembrance Day Clearly explains how & why this annual event came into being Describes the significance & history of the poppy symbol Shows how the act of remembrance helps to keep history alive poppy-field-reading-list ...

Who was William the Conqueror? How did he invade England? Who fought in his army? Stand on the frontlines of the Battle of Hastings to see what happened on a day that transformed Britain. Take a look at the ships, soldiers & archers that William used to defeat King Harold. Learn how the battle unfolded, & shudder at Harold’s gruesome death. Then find out how William’s victory changed medieval England forever. A simple & highly illustrated look at a turning point in British history Describes how the battle unfolded & how each side fought Clearly explains the reasons for & lasting effects of the battle Shows how historians build up a picture of long-ago events history-reading-collections sum-18-ie ...

What was the Great Fire of London? How did it start? How long did it go on? Did lots of people die? Witness the spectacular sight of London’s flaming streets, & see how the fire changed England forever. Read the statements of writers who saw the fire with their own eyes. Learn why the fire spread so quickly, & why historians think it may have saved thousands of lives. Then find out how the fire turned London into the stone & brick city we see today. A simple & highly illustrated look at a turning point in British history Vividly describes the huge blaze & the destruction it wrought Explains how the fire started & spread, & its lasting effects Shows how historians build up a picture of long-ago events history-reading-collections sum-18-ie ...