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Grrrrr... well past bedtime and still wide awake, a little boy, just like you, is kept awake by the grumblings and growls that little monsters make.As he bravely explores beneath his mattress, he is going to learn - what's that under the bed? And is it as scary as he first believes?

Join Castor Bean, a colourful and brave flower who lives in a field with many other flowers. The flowers are unkind to poor old Castor Bean, even though he has a heart as big as the field. Castor Bean feels lonely and sad, the flowers don't want him living in the field with them.One day, with great determination and courage, Castor Bean sets off on a strange journey to find a place where he can fit in. He has grand encounters along the way, but still cannot find a place where he is wanted. Suddenly there is great danger and Castor Bean, using his special skills, manages to save the day... once... twice... three times...Can he find a place to fit in?

Join Lori, a young vet with a passion for animals, as she embarks on a new adventure at a wildlife reserve!When Lori befriends a playful lioness named Lilly, the two become an unstoppable team.Along with Ruby and her trusty helicopter, they work together to care for all the animals across The Great Reserve on one particularly hot day.

Sally leads a blissful life with her mum, dad, and her cute pup Fluff. Whether it's playing fun games or snuggling up to bedtime stories, Sally feels like the luckiest girl alive. But this happy little world is about to spin on its head!When Sally's parents announce a new baby brother or sister is coming, she is NOT pleased. Sally loves their family just the way it is already! Why does it need to change? As everyone gets swept up preparing for the baby, Sally starts to feel left out and upset.Then comes the big day. When little baby Max arrives from the hospital, Sally decides this newcomer is going to ruin everything! The loud cries, smelly nappies and 3am feedings are the last straw! Sally sulks, certain she will NEVER like this baby business.But could Max's toothless little smiles and cuddly hugs start to melt Sally's resentment? Will Sally realize that being a big sister brings joys and laughter too? Sometimes change isn't so scary after all!

Toddlers will love to explore kitty stories and early learning fun with Gabby and the Gabby Cats! This take-along library includes 12 sturdy board books with "just-my-size" pages that are perfect for little hands. The convenient carry-handle lets your little ones read on the go!

SQUARK! GRRROAR! GOBBLE! GOBBLE!On a field trip to the forest, Praxx and Zobott can't wait to see all the animals.But when they break the teacher's rules and stray away from the path, they run into a roaring bearosaur!Are these two best buddies about to find themselves in a paw-lot of trouble?

The perfect gift for anyone welcoming a new child into the family, this comforting picture book explores the idea of 'home', through nature's lens.

Embark on an enchanted journey with cousins Timothy and Matilda, two adventurous mice. They dare to dream beyond the safety of their cosy home, an old wooden house in the heart of the woods, where they have grown up with their vast extended family.Inspired by the tales of their uncle, the daring pair set out on a trip that will redefine the boundaries of their world.As they travel, they encounter an array of creatures, some destined to become lifelong friends, others posing more dangerous challenges. With boundless bravery and unwavering resilience, Timothy and Matilda navigate their way through the forest, determined to reach the bustling port of Southampton, hoping to find a boat to sail the seas.Will they conquer the dangers of the forest, or will unforeseen obstacles threaten to shatter their dreams? Join Timothy and Matilda on a marvellous adventure that celebrates courage, resilience, friendship, and the possibilities that occur when daring to explore beyond the familiar.

Have you ever wondered why school seems to be easy for some, but really difficult for others? Have you ever wondered why some parents help with homework, and others don't? Have you ever felt alone? Have you ever seen your parents fight... Dragons?Life can feel unfair sometimes, especially when the people who are supposed to help you aren't able to. Watching the people you love fight dragons can make things like school and learning feel hard. It can make you feel very lonely. What we tell ourselves in these moments can make all the difference. Remember: you are not alone.

With a swish of her tail and a twitch of her whiskers, a curious cat embarks on a sensory expedition around her home and garden. Ears alert and nose aquiver, what exciting sounds and scents might she encounter? Join her delightful wanderings, seeing familiar surroundings through new eyes. But will this adventurous puss lose her way or manage to whisk herself back to where she began?Accompany our feline friend sniffing out and tasting adventure, one paw placed inquisitively in front of the other. However, will she know home once more just through the power of her nose, the brush of her tail and the feel of the grass beneath her paws?Come see the world from a whisker's perspective - where tales unfold no farther than one's own backyard.

Quinn is one amongst many newly hatched keen spiderlings,ballooning in their garden, all trying to be noticedby Weaver, their kind mother Garden Orb Weaving Spider."Here I am, hello, hello?" called Quinn, "Can you see me?"Weaver looked, but did not see Quinn amongst those other spiderlings."You do you, my little ones, that is how I can see you."A heart-warming story that teaches how being ourselves allows us to shine.

Phonic Books Dandelion Launchers Extras Stages 16-20 Reading and Writing ActivitiesLearn how to read with Dandelion Launchers Extras decodable books for beginner readers.Dandelion Launchers Extras Stages 16-20 Reading and Writing Activities is the accompanying activity book for Dandelion Launchers Extras Stages 16-20. The photocopiable activities for word building, reading, writing, comprehension and spelling can be used to expand on and practice previously learnt material and is perfect for children in Reception to Year 2 who are learning to read.This 86-page phonics activity book features: Activities to practice previously taught material in Dandelion Launchers Extras Stages 16-20.A carefully structured progression through each stage, gradually introducing the sounds of the alphabet.Reading material aimed at children in Reception to Year 2.What is phonics?Phonics is a way of teaching children to read by understanding the sounds that letters make and blending them to make a word. Children can learn to read using this skill to decode new words. Phonic Books specialises in decodable, systematic books supporting this structured literacy instruction.

Embark on a delightful adventure with Morris the Monkey as he discovers the joy of sharing in this captivating tale for young readers! Our little monkeys will learn alongside Morris (the hard way!) about the importance of sharing, all while counting, giggling, and engaging in fun-filled math activities.Join Morris and his animal friends in this Coco-NUTS adventure that's perfect for children aged 6 to 8. With a charming story and engaging lessons, Morris the Monkey's Coconut Tale is sure to delight and inspire your little ones as they embark on a journey of learning and laughter.Get ready to count, laugh, and do maths with Morris the Monkey - a tale that's as sweet as a ripe coconut!

Your body is amazing, learn all about what it can do!Readers can discover some incredible facts about their body. Withclear and engaging illustrations, children will love looking insidethe human body at all its amazing abilities. From pumping bloodto the journey your food goes on, this is a fantastic first lookat human anatomy.

Sharing, politeness, patience, respect, and good listening: There are many ways to practise kindness, and tots will love learning more about them alongside a friendly Little Egg.Join Little Egg on a journey of kindness, enabling kids to bring positivity to their own lives and the lives of those around them by seeking to be kind every day. Designed to encourage emotional growth in little ones, Little Egg: An Eggcelent Book of Kindness is the perfect starting point for building positive values and patterns of behaviour - through virtues such as sharing, gentleness, respect and more!Using simple text and charming illustrations, our adorable Little Egg presents many ways to be kind to others. At the end of this board book, kids will find a spinning wheel that lets them find and recognise different acts of kindness. A perfect introduction to emotional growth presented by an adorable Little Egg.

Join Izuku Midoriya, All Might, and the heroes and villains from the hit series My Hero Academia in this sticker book. Packed with more than 1,000 stickers! Explore the corridors of U.A. High School, discover the Paranormal Liberation Front's devious plans, check out cool character outfits, and learn about unusual Quirks. Find out what it means to be the greatest hero with this fun activity book.

This volume, the first of two, was written as bedtime stories for young family members, over a period of five years.This is not a collection per se, but a group of fairy tales, to be read by parents / babysitters / minders - to 'dip into' anytime, when a story is just what's needed.There are stories of sad polar bears, little dragons, races, special 'clothes-makers' and other strange tales.The young listener may hear and experience joy, excitement, disbelief, frustration, gasps, 'wows' and other emotions, sometimes in one sitting.A book of hope to be cherished and enjoyed.

Pedro was the youngest member of a wolf pack family.Being the youngest sometimes meant that you don't get much time from your family because they have so many other things to do, and so you might try to get their attention the wrong way. Pedro's way was to make up stories about things that weren't true.When he kept telling fibs about being sick, about pretend fires, about his family winning money, and so on, his family decided not to do anything next time he told a pretend story!But when Pedro really was hurt, and alone in the woods, nobody came!Read what became of him, and the lesson he learnt... 'never cry wolf.'