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Bursting with epic adventures, this Spidey comic treasury is the perfect gift for Marvel fans

Join an archaeological dig with a difference on this interactive fossil hunt

All is not going well on the farm where Whetu is looking after the magician the Mighty Mikaere's animals. The new ewes are protesting. Baked Beans, the robot dog, has bitten the bull.

Awatea and his brother Tai are staying with their nan and pop on the farm. It's summer, and they're free to explore.

On the way to school, Amorangi realises he forgot to bring an old object to school to talk about. Quickly, he and his sister, Millie, decide to travel back in time and find something. They've travelled back before, after all.

In their travels, the children experience aspects of events in New Zealand history, such as the invasion of Parihaka, the Great Depression, World War Two, the Musket Wars and the eruption of Mount Taranaki. They also experience changes in the town and landscape, the attitudes of people and the way people live their lives.

Hine and the Tohunga Portal is a fast-paced fantasy adventure. Hine and her brother, Hohepa, unwittingly step through a portal into an ancient realm inhabited by the atua Maori (Maori deities), Kea bird tribes, patupaiarehe (fairy people), moa and giant eagles.

A one-legged boy stands up against a warring family of Maori gods to save the world.

It's the holidays, and Awatea is staying with his grandparents at the beach. He's got lots of time and freedom to explore, visit the tree house and have adventures with Carrot, the talking parrot. While keeping an eye on a pair of leopard seals, they notice signs of poachers. So Awatea and his friends at the beach work out a plan to stop them.

Awatea is staying in the country with his grandparents and uncles - next door to Mrs Carol's house, said to be haunted. Awatea's uncles challenge him to spend a night there, but can he do it?

Laser Moose and Rabbit Boy are back for a cliff-hanger adventure when a spider begins taking control of all of the forest animals in the fifth book from the outrageous, hilarious, beloved series. It's a new day in the forest, and the creatures there are beginning to act strange. They're getting glowing purple eyes, sneezing out web, and seem set on biting other animals and spreading it to everyone in the woods! When their nemesis Cyborgupine is bit, Laser Moose and Rabbit Boy set out to solve the mystery and find a way to save the forest once again--before their own brainwashed friends can stop them! This is the next adventure in the Laser Moose and Rabbit Boy graphic novel series, and it's perfect for children ages 8-12.

Fortnite meets The Avengers in this epically awesome adventure. Twelve-year-old Teddy Habib is recruited to join a league of other gamers to save the world from a huge bug that's infecting longtime gamers and beginners alike, from the creative brains of gaming star NickEh30 and bestselling author E.C. Myers! Twelve-year-old Teddy Habib dreams of being a pro gamer. He just never expected he'd end up in the big leagues. And no, not the big esports competitions, like Nick Eh 30. Big leagues as in if he doesn't win this game, the world as we know it is doomed. After a mysterious new game developer accidentally unleashes a bug that's affecting EVERYONE in the world--seasoned gamers and beginners alike--and turning them into the "Glitched," the government's Special Forces division recruits Teddy; his best friend, Stackz; the indomitable Keke; and his online crush Lady P to infiltrate the game and take back the planet. After all, might as well put their newfound gaming superpowers to use . . . right? And if Teddy and his friends fail . . . well, it's GAME OVER. The Stream Team: Battle Squad is the first book in an epic new series by pro Fortnite streamer NickEh30 and award-winning author E.C. Myers. With stunning chapter header illustrations by renowned artist Ronaldo Barata, it's action-packed, tons of fun, and definitely NOT a glitch in the system.

Mack Moon has always loved space, so it's EPIC when he discovers that his three pets are actually secret agents from P.E.T.S. But it's NOT-so-epic when Mack finds out they're here because an evil space ferret, Barbara has arrived on planet Earth. Mack Moon dreams of being the first kid in space. So imagine his surprise when he discovers that his three regular pets--a goofy Labrador named Pickles, a tough gray cat called Lady, and a goldfish dubbed The Fish--are actually undercover agents. They belong to a secret agency called the Planetary, Enforcement, Tactics, and Stealth, AKA the P.E.T.S. When the True Form of Evil, aka a ferret named Barbara (and yes, she gave herself that nickname), crash lands into Mack's hometown, the P.E.T.S. must spring, jump, and swish into action to stop her. Barbara's goal? Take over plant Earth. After that? Eat pancakes. Extra fluffy, please. Add in a battalion of poop-slinging space monkeys, a TV news station that's gone to the dogs, and an epic pillow fight--and you're holding in your hands the perfect recipe for an action-packed and hilarious graphic novel that's perhaps even more delicious than Mack's dad's super-awesome ravioli.> Except pancakes...MWAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Mack Moon and the P.E.T.S. is a hilarious and LOL-worthy, action-packed space adventure that's perfect for fans of Galactic Hot Dogs, The Last Kids on Earth, The Moosicians, and Zita the Spacegirl. 3, 2, 1 . . . Commander Moon, prepare for blast off! This is a brand-new full-color graphic novel series that's Hilo: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth meets The Secret Life of Pets.

The first book in a hilarious and heartwarming graphic novel series from the creators of Barb

Japan-a nation where vicious crime and terror have been all but eliminated. And who keeps the peace? Cute schoolgirls, of course! Those uniformed youths you see on street corners and in stylish cafes may just be agents of Lycoris, with pistols in their purses and missions on their mind...

MURDER. SPIES. EXPLOSIONS. REVENGE. THIS BOOK FOR TEENS HAS IT ALLPeregrine Harker is about to learn you;re never too young to die.London 1908: A secret society stalks the murky streets, a deadly assassin lurks in the shadows and a series of unexplained deaths are linked by a mystery symbol.When boy-detective Peregrine Harker stumbles across a gruesome murder he sparks a chain of events that drag him on a rip-roaring journey through a world of spluttering gas lamps, thick fog, deadly secrets and dastardly villains. Every step of Peregrine's white-knuckle adventure brings him closer to the vile heart of a terrifying mystery - the true story behind the Brotherhood of the Black Death.

When a curious little mouse discovers a boat by his front door, he climbs aboard and accidentally sets out to sea. But it's not easy being a little mouse in a big world. Drifting farther and farther away, Mouse passes volcanic lands, sails through icy waters and battles a ferocious storm... But will he ever find his way back home?

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online. Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content. The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary. The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, a Level 4 Reader, is A2+ in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing more complex uses of present perfect simple, passives, phrasal verbs and simple relative clauses. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear regularly. Sherlock Holmes is an intelligent detective who works with his friend Dr Watson. In The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes Watson and Holmes find the answer to four different and exciting mysteries. Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

Walter the baker-and sea dog-is back for another adventure. His old friend Big Boris is in trouble and hiding from angry villagers. They think he sank one of the village fishing boats. But with help from a merpup named Mira, Walter is able to steer villagers to the real culprit-the sea dragon-and clear Boris's name.

Join clever Bertie Bluebottle on a sticky breakfast adventure! When Bertie gets trapped in a honey mess one morning, he must rely on his quick thinking and the help of his insect pals Boris Bee and Harry Spider to find a way out. But their rescue attempts only get them more stuck - until Bertie hatches a brilliant but risky plan involving a human and a fly swatter! Will this brave fly and his friends escape the honey in one piece? Find out in this tale of friendship, courage and creative problem-solving. With charming illustrations by Sophie-Nicole Atkinson, Bertie's heroic antics are sure to delight young readers.

Discover what happened after . . .A remarkable collection of new Doctor Who short stories that give a glimpse into the moments just after the Doctor saves the world, and the credits roll.The Doctor has had many adventures, visited many planets and made a whole host of friends (and some enemies).But if you thought it was all over after the TARDIS doors closed, and the time ship dematerialised, onto the next adventure, you'd be very much mistaken.From Earth's past, present and future, to the furthest reaches of the universe, here are ten tales that give us a glimpse into the worlds the Doctor left behind. Sometimes triumph, sometimes tragedy (and always chaos) these are stories you'll never forget.

Bedtime isn't bedtime without an adventure with Oakleigh Owl. He's on his way to take you on a moonlit journey, soaring through the twilight sky exploring all sorts of magical places. As your head touches the pillow, you'll feel oh so sleepy and dream of the glistening moon and gentle ocean waves. An enchanting lullaby story for little ones at bedtime.

Leopy, a curious baby leopard, is born without his spots, just like all little leopards. As he grows, he becomes envious of the older leopards and their beautiful spotted fur. Leopy simply can't wait to have spots of his own, so he embarks on a journey to find them. Along the way, he makes new friends and has countless adventures. Where will Leopy's quest take him? Who will he meet that can help him find his spots? Will he finally discover the secret to getting his very own spots?