Skeleton Crew" is one of the titles in Allan Ahlberg's iconic children's picture book series about skeletons Funnybones. Despite being set in a dark dark house this brightly coloured book is perfect for early readers! " Zzz!" The three skeletons enjoy a holiday on-board their little boat. But one night
- " Yo-ho-ho"
- the pirates come & put them out to sea on a tiny raft launching them on an oceanful of new adventures. " By far our best writer for the young". (" Daily Telegraph"). Allan Ahlberg has published over 100 children's books & with his late wife Janet created many award-winning children's picture books including " Peepo!" " Each Peach Pear Plum" & the Kate Greenaway Medal winning " The Jolly Postman". Other titles in the " Funnybones" series include " Funnybones" " The Ghost Train" " The Black Cat" " The Pet Shop" " Bumps in the Night" " Dinosaur Dreams" " Mystery Tour" " Give the Dog a Bone" & "A Brilliant Bone Rattling Collection" all of which are available from Puffin."

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Ignorance is bliss...especially when it comes to murder! Ever since the death of his father Fellworth Dolphin has slaved away as a waiter to support his miserly cold-hearted mother. So when she suddenly dies Fellworth is shocked to discover she has left him a fortune. Somewhat confused Fell teams up with a girl from work Maggie to investigate the source of the riches. But what they find instead is a closet full of skeletons... Is it really possible Fell's father was involved in a decades-old train robbery? & who is the mysterious woman in the portrait hidden in his mother's wardrobe? As Fell & Maggie poke around the village for answers they find themselves on a surprise-filled path to danger & adventure
- but all this good fortune could come to a sudden end if they don't stay one step ahead of a cunning killer...
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How to become an Undercover Pirate...1) Have a pirate captain as your ancient ancestor 2) Find a message in a bottle & a magic gold doubloon 3) Get whisked back in time to join a pirate crew 4) When you get home DONT TELL ANYONE. Remember
- youre undercover! Sam Silver lives near the sea & enjoys beach-combing for pirate treasures. When he finds an ancient message in a bottle he thinks it will make a great new relic for his collection but the bottle holds a very special secret... Inside is a gold doubloon which whisks Sam back in time to 1705. Suddenly hes on board a pirate ship
- the Sea Wolf
- surrounded by her fearsome captain & crew & sailing the Caribbean Sea. If Sam cant think of a very good reason why they should keep him alive hell be forced to walk the plank!


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Teenage superspy Alex Rider is enlisted by the national security services again
- this time for a routine reconnaissance mission
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It is a stylish new edition of the acclaimed graphic novel adaptation of Alex Rider's third thrilling mission. The hazy days of Wimbledon are the unlikely first link in a terrifying chain of events. Alex Rider reluctant teenage spy is forced into hiding after his recce mission as a ballboy makes him a target for a murderous Chinese gang. Sent to the island Skeleton Key Alex is thrown into further danger as from there General Sarov
- an insane Russian
- has plans to destroy the world. Alone with just a handful of gadgets Alex must outwit Sarov as the seconds tick away... It features full-colour action-packed manga-style art. Over 30 000 copies of Skeleton Key Graphic Novel" sold across the Walker group to date. Following the triumphant international publication of " Stormbreaker: The Graphic Novel" the whole Alex Rider graphic novel series has gained wide recognition among reviewers fans & literacy experts. With literacy levels among children in the UK lower than ever this is a series of books that will offer an accessible & compelling alternative for reluctant readers."

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When a move to a new house coincides with his baby sister's illness Michael's world seems suddenly lonely & uncertain. Then one Sunday afternoon he stumbles into the old ramshackle garage of his new home & finds something magical. A strange creature
- part owl part angel a being who needs Michael's help if he is to survive. With his new friend Mina Michael nourishes Skellig back to health while his baby sister languishes in the hospital. But Skellig is far more than he at first appears & as he helps Michael breathe life into his tiny sister Michael's world changes for ever.. . Skellig won the Carnegie Medal & the Whitbread Children's Book Award & is now a major Sky 1 feature film starring Tim Roth & John Simm. David Almond is also winner of the 2010 Hans Christian Andersen award.
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When a move to a new house coincides with his baby sister's illness Michael's world seems suddenly lonely & uncertain. Then one Sunday afternoon he stumbles into the old ramshackle garage of his new home & finds something magical. A strange creature
- part owl part angel a being who needs Michael's help if he is to survive. With his new friend Mina Michael nourishes Skellig back to health while his baby sister languishes in the hospital. But Skellig is far more than he at first appears & as he helps Michael breathe life into his tiny sister Michael's world changes forever.. . Skellig won the Carnegie Medal & the Whitbread Children's Book Award & is now a major Sky 1 feature film starring Tim Roth & John Simm. David Almond is also winner of the 2010 Hans Christian Andersen award.
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This not-too-serious guide takes the reader through the major conspiracy theories that abound in todays world
- from the historically
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The Sketching by Numbers system is the ideal way for the inexperienced artist to learn pencil drawing techniques with out having to design the original composition. The outline is already created as is the step by step guide with its professional tips on various aspects of sketching such as tone line & texture. The Sketching by Numbers kit

Includes:: 6 pencils of varying hardness a sharpener & a pre printed board.

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The Sketching by Numbers system is the ideal way for the inexperienced artist to learn pencil drawing techniques with out having to design the original composition. The outline is already created as is the step by step guide with its professional tips on various aspects of sketching such as tone line & texture. The Sketching by Numbers kit

Includes:: 6 pencils of varying hardness a sharpener & a pre printed board

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