Available for the first time as a paperback picture book this exquisitely illustrated re-telling of Hansel & Gretel is a must for any childs library. Hansel & Gretel is one of the best-loved fairy tales of all time. Retold by Berlie Doherty this enchanting story is beautifully illustrated by award-winning Jane Ray. It is a fairy tale magic to treasure forever. Also available this month
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Part of the brand new lavishly illustrated Silver Penny Stories" series this book is aimed at children aged between 3 & 6 years old. When a brother & sister lost in the woods come upon a tempting gigerbread house they cant resist entering. Little do they realise that inside lives a witch...and she thinks theyd make a delicious dinner! Lavishly illustrated & lovingly retold these new Silver Penny Stories are sure to find a cherished place in any familys collection. The classic tales have captured readers hearts & imaginations for generations & children & parents will enjoy reading them together over & over again." ...

This classic fairytale from the Brothers Grimm shows Hansel & Gretel pit their wits against their evil stepmother & a wicked witch. Cheerily illustrated throughout by Jan Mc Cafferty. Young readers will treasure this gift edition which is published in hardback with a ribbon marker. Part of Young Reading Series 1 for readers growing in confidence. ...

Hansel & Gretel are left all alone in the Brown Wood & have to try to find their way home. This retelling of the Grimm fairytale is by award-winning author Malachy Doyle. * Blue / Band 4
- A traditional story * Text type
- Fiction * The focus phonemes in this book are oy ir au (Paul) al aw & air. * Use the story map on the final spread to discuss Hansel & Gretel's route home. * This title is paired with a non-fiction book on a similar theme: Birds by Jilly Mac Leod.

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This title is based on the classic fairy tale. When Hansel & Gretel get left in the woods they are captured by a witch who lives in a house made from gingerbread & sweets. How will they ever escape? Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop & improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced & practised throughout. Simple sentences & frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers & the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants & can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content

Includes:: comprehension puzzles helpful notes for parents carers & teachers & book band information for use in schools. Hansel & Gretel is a Level 3 Read it yourself title suitable for children who are developing reading confidence & stamina & are eager to start reading longer stories with a wider vocabulary.

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May Fitzgerald suddenly has everything shes ever wanted. After years of feeling fat & frumpy & looking for love in all the wrong places she finally has the life & man of her dreams. It all should be so perfect
- she had followed her inner voice & it led her to the magical life she had dreamt of. But as her new life as a successful author starts to take off Mays old demons start to creep back to haunt her. Her insecurities begin to kick in & she starts to fall for the praise & glitter of fame. Her behaviour pushes her boyfriend to the edge & looks set to destroy their relationship. Can she turn it all around & prove that it really is possible to have it all? This is a story about making choices & not losing yourself but most importantly this is a story about following your dreams!
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For generations parents have been told that: Its bad to wake a sleeping baby; Babies sleep best in a quiet room; Letting children cry to sleep is a good way to sleep train; Infant sleep automatically gets better after 3 months of age
- & those who sleep well wont have later problems. Wrong says child expert Dr. Harvey Karp. In The Happiest Babys Guide to Great Sleep" he debunks common myths redefines our understanding of a childs sleep needs & gives foolproof advice on how to quickly turn nighttime shrieks into night-long serenity. Best of all he introduces paradigm-shifting techniques new parents & even those with older children can use to get their baby to sleep soundly. But Dr. Karp doesnt just clear up misconceptions. He equips parents with a host of unique sure-fire slumber-boosting techniques including: 2 Good to Be True: Two steps that train even newborns to sleep; Beat the Odds: Cut a babys risk of SIDS instantly; Co-sleeping: How to get all the rewards with none of the risks; Respond Right: Reduce night struggles by building confidence; Wean the 5 S: Easy steps to phase out swaddling swings sound; The Blessed Binky: You could stop the binky but you dont want to; & much more. Forget everything you thought you knew about how to get a child to go to sleep. A good nights rest for you & baby is achievable with " The Happiest Babys Guide to Great Sleep"."
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Absorbing storytelling at its very best
- the compelling novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author You can't escape the ties
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Absorbing storytelling at its very best Happily Ever After is the compelling new read from the Sunday Times bestselling author At twenty-two Eleanor Bee is sure about three things: she wants to move to London & become a literary superstar she wants to be able to afford to buy a coffee & croissant every morning & she doesnt believe in happy endings. She saw what divorce did to her parents especially her mum: happily ever afters fine on the last page of a book but it just doesnt happen in real life. Elle moves to London. She gets a job at Bluebird Books a charmingly old-fashioned publishers. She falls out of pubs wears too-short skirts makes lots of mistakes & feels like shes learning nothing & everything at the same time. & then out of the blue she falls in love & thats when she realises just how much growing up she has to do... Ten years on & Elles life has changed in ways she could never have predicted. Because no matter where you go & how much you try to run away the past has a funny way of catching up with you & Happily Ever After comes in all shapes & sizes... ...

Bestselling artist humourist & philosopher Edward Monkton unlocks the SECRETS of HAPPINESS in this funny wise & inspiring collection of thoughts & drawings. Following the phenomenal success of such stylish & original gift books as The Lady & the Chocolate The Pig of Happiness The Shoes of Salvation Love & The Penguin of Death Edward Monkton now assembles the drawings & thoughts that speak most eloquently to the happiness of everyone everywhere. Edward Monktons surprisingly philosophical take on all aspects of love life & happiness have made Monktons drawings stylish collectors items & a mark of good taste year in year out. ...