When a series of murders hits the zoo, Poppy & Graham are first on the scene. Who could be behind such terrible crimes? But as they prowl around, they uncover a truly beastly plot. How will the intrepid sleuths escape before they, too, become dead meat? ...

Winner of the Scholastic Montegrappa Prize for New Children’s Writing Poppy Pym has grown up in the circus…but when her family decides she needs a more traditional education she is sent to boarding school. When dangerous accidents start occurring at St Smithen’s, it’s up to Poppy to solve the mystery of the Pharaoh’s curse! ...

Curses: load of rubbish or for real? Super sleuth Poppy must figure it out when trouble strikes ‘cursed’ play Macbeth… People say Shakespeare’s Macbeth brings bad luck to all who try to stage it. In the case of the Brimwell town production, this seems to be true. An arsonist has struck, burning down the venue. Now the play has been moved to Poppy’s school. But the attacks aren’t over – & the fact that it’s Halloween just makes things creepier. Can Poppy find the culprit & save the play? Circus star. Super sleuth. Mystery buster. Queen of surprises. If Poppy isn’t your best friend yet – why not? New from the winner of the Montegrappa Scholastic Prize The second book about Poppy – sleuth & circus star Addictive school story mixed with a Halloween mystery Great if you love Enid Blyton or Murder Most Unladylike ...

Winner of the Scholastic Montegrappa Prize for New Children’s Writing Poppy is thrilled that they’re spending the summer at Smuggler’s Cove. It might even take her mind off the mystery of her past. But Poppy is about to make some amazing discoveries – & solve more than one mystery… ...

When a mysterious runaway van crashes into St Smithen’s on the first day of the new school year, Poppy knows it’s going to be an action-packed term! But when accidents continue to happen at St Smithen’s, Poppy can’t shake the feeling that her every move is being watched. With the Christmas holidays looming, secrets lurking in every corner & rumours of a dangerous beast on the loose, Poppy must unravel her biggest mystery yet. Can Poppy unmask the hidden spy before someone gets hurt? ...

When Porridge was a wee kitten he toppled into a tin of tartan paint – which is easy to do & not so easy to say. Now he lives by Loch Loch with the quirky Mc Fun family, who are always getting into sticky situations. It’s a good job this cat has nine lives! Now Porridge & the twins, Isla & Ross, have been dragged to Loch Ness, where Dad is hoping to dig up some dinosaur bones. But when a magic wishing bone transforms Dino Dad into a real-life dinosaur, he’s mistaken for the Loch Ness Monster. What a Loch Ness mess! A rip-roaring caper – dinosaurs, monsters & giggles! Full of wacky twists, silly wordplay & fun pictures Alan Dapré has written over 50 books for children Kids will adore this cheeky take on the Nessie story summer-18 sum-18 sum-18-ie ...

Why is it important not to tell tales or copy someone else’s work? Which secrets should you keep – & which should you share with an adult? Simple examples & a vibrant mix of photo-stories & cartoons help children to make sense of basic rules of honesty. ...

What is prejudice? Do you have to like the same things as your friends? How can you include a friend who has a disability? Simple examples & a vibrant mix of photo-stories & cartoons help children to make sense of basic rules of inclusion & equality. ...

Why does saying please & thank you matter? How can you disagree with someone in a polite way? Simple examples & a vibrant mix of photo-stories & cartoons help children to make sense of basic manners. ...

Lols & tears! A graphic tale of besties/fitting in: one if you love Raina Telgemeier. ...