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Shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Award 2020A crumbling stone soldier sits on a bench in the park. Only Owen understands how important he is.At home, Owen and his mum are struggling and there's nobody he can talk to. Hidden away in the park, Owen feels free to be himself. When the war-weary soldier is listening, his worries slip away.But nobody else cares about the soldier, and the town council want to tear him down. Owen's the only one who can save him but can he find the courage to speak up before it's too late?A touching story of loss and remembrance from Lisa Thompson, the award-winning author of The Goldfish Boy.

Embark on the Adventure of A Lifetime: Navigate the Future of Work with a Nomadic SpiritImagine swapping your desk view for a window onto the world, your cubicle for a café in Paris, or a beach in Bali. Embrace a work lifestyle that encourages exploration, freedom, and limitless opportunities. "Nomadic Mindset: The Future of Digital Work" is your compass to navigating this brave new world, where the office is anywhere and everywhere.Dive into the heart of the nomadic movement with our thought-provoking Introduction and Chapter 1, unveiling how the steadfast work environment of yesterday has evolved into today's dynamic digital realm. Transition smoothly from a traditional office to a world where your work follows you, courtesy of insightful historical perspectives and the vibrant rise of the digital nomad. Delve into Chapter 2 to understand the essence of digital nomadism, including the mindset, the technological empowerment, and the geographical freedom that enable such a lifestyle. In Chapter 3, arm yourself with the essential digital tools and online platforms that bind the nomadic community and catalyze productivity and connection.Planning your adventure is no small feat. Our detailed Chapters 4 and 5 provide a blueprint for building a remote career and setting a course toward personal and professional fulfillment that sails beyond borders. Navigate the logistics in Chapter 6, where the complexities of legalities, visas, and financial planning are untangled.Yet, no journey is without its challenges. In Chapter 7, we divulge proven strategies to overcome isolation, burnout, and the unexpected hurdles of a nomadic life. Cultivating a global mindset becomes your superpower through Chapter 8's guidance on cultural sensitivity and adaptability.What does the surge of remote work mean for our societies? Chapter 9 elucidates the profound impacts on urban dynamics, economies, and environments. As we look toward the horizon in Chapter 10, anticipate the future trends that will continue to reshape the digital work landscape.Chapter 11 is your dose of inspiration - a collection of real-life stories from those who live their dream daily, proving the viability and vibrancy of a nomadic life. Finally, leave your indelible mark on the world by crafting your legacy in Chapter 12, engaging with a network of global thinkers and sharing your odyssey.Complete with comprehensive appendices providing essential resources and checklists, "Nomadic Mindset: The Future of Digital Work" is your all-in-one manual to a life less ordinary. The world awaits-are you ready to step into the limitless office of tomorrow?

As Connie and Mum make their way to the bus stop, they realise thattheir journey to school going to be very unusual. Why? Because there is something surprising in Connie's shoe! Andthat means she can't possibly go to school until she's sorted itout.

The brand new, read-in-one-sitting, packed-with-twists mystery frombestselling Lisa Thompson: a spin on classic movie Groundhog Day.

Lisa Thompson's uplifting duo are back and this time their friendship is being put to the test. Can Sidney and Carrie learn how to compromise in time for their special joint birthday party?

On a mission to discover her special talent, Carrie plans an amazing roller-skating routine for Friday Fun Time at school. But there's one big problem ... Carrie has never roller skated before. An uplifting Little Gem by Lisa Thompson.

Near the death zone on K2, the world’s second-highest mountain, Lisa Thompson searched for the strength to continue climbing. Her choices were clear: give in to her doubts and descend or push past her own limits and continue up the mountain’s steep face. Defiance had provoked Thompson to enter the male-dominated world of high-altitude mountaineering, but defiance could only take her so far. After a harrowing battle with cancer, Lisa realized she needed to understand what motivated her to take greater and greater risks in the mountains. Finding Elevation chronicles Thompson’s path from novice climber to world-class mountaineer, as she becomes the second American woman to summit K2, which is considered by many to be the most dangerous mountain in the world. More than a climbing memoir, Finding Elevation is a deeply personal examination of motivation and the human spirit. It is a story of what can happen when we finally stop letting others define our limits and instead trust that we are capable of more. In this inspiring book, Thompson reaches beyond the mountain to tell a story of heartbreak, resilience, and the discovery that we are responsible for defining our own boundaries, finding our own happiness, and facing our fears head-on.

When Sidney spots a wishing well in the long grass on his way to school, he thinks he might have found the answer to his problem. If he wishes for exactly the right thing, then surely Billy will want to be friends with him again? Or will Sidney realise that the friend he's longing for has been there all the time?

Γÿà A beautifully written story about the pandemic seen through a child''s eyes! Full of lessons and insights! ΓÿàThis is a story about resilience and adaptation for young and old!2 years after the pandemic breakout, children, students, and teachers have can look behind at the beginning and reminisce this rollercoaster of obstacles, events, and hurdles that they have passed.I Miss My Teacher ages 5-9 coloring book by Lisa Thompson depicts a beautiful story told from the perspective of a 2nd-grade child that aims to shed a light on how children feel about this disruptive event and coping mechanisms to lift up their spirits and experience closeness through other means.A Fun Escape Thorough ColorsThe most significant disruption for kids weren''t the masks or restrictions, but the lack of companionship and interaction received from teachers and colleagues in school, as well as finding themselves in front of the computer, where all the interaction is done only, through a screen.Our kid''s coloring book is specially created to provide children an escape from this new scene and help them immerse in the exciting illustrations and fun story-telling to help stimulate creativity, imagination and find better mechanisms to manage the lack of closeness in a child-friendly manner.It is a beautiful gift for children!If you are looking for a way to keep your children happy and entertained while helping them manage emotional stress the last 2 years have brought, I Miss My Teacher colorable book is the ideal choice! Our coloring book for kids provides a new opportunity for relaxation and peace while offering emotional guidance via beautiful illustrations and bright colors.Why choose this book?ΓùÅ      Child-friendly story to help children process their feelings on the last 2 years eventsΓùÅ      Bright and beautiful illustrations keep the kids engagedΓùÅ      Stress-free and exciting activityΓùÅ      Captures the significance of how important is the teacher-child relationshipΓùÅ      Beautiful story told through the eyes of a 2nd-grader

One day, in the middle of the summer holidays and in the middle of a manic episode, Todd and Laurie's dad takes them to stay in the hotel he spent most of his childhood holidays in. The hotel is a rundown dump and the disappointment means Dad takes to his bed. Todd and Laurie have the run of the place and they soon start to uncover a few secrets...

Anna's anxious when she's picked to befriend the new girl in her class, but a groundbreaking robot will help their friendship blossom. A poignant and uplifting novella inspired by a true story, from bestselling author Lisa Thompson.

In March of 2020, teachers and students alike were forced to completely reimagine what "going to school" would look like in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. Abruptly and without warning, students were told to gather their essential items and become computer technology pros in a matter of days, in order to reconnect with their teachers and classmates from home. This story, told through the eyes of a child, takes a close and thoughtful look at what was lost in the transition to remote learning. I Miss My Teacher is filled with honest feelings and reminiscence from the perspective of the elementary school student. Filled with colorful and poignant illustrations, this book captures the essence and importance of the teacher-student relationship and can help your child navigate and process their feelings during this challenging time. 

Melody Bird discovers an old abandoned house in the corner of the graveyard, and a mysterious boy hiding out there... Hal says he's a spy-in-training, conducting undercover surveillance of a known local criminal. Matthew and Jake don't believe Hal and decide to spy on him, uncovering secrets and unravelling a mystery as they go.

Tabby's fed up of Grandad, his silly stories and his smelly dog. But when she stumbles on a mysterious cliff-top house, suddenly Grandad's stories don't seem so ridiculous ... A poignant and uplifting story of family, connection and imagination, from the Blue Peter Book Award shortlisted author of Owen and the Soldier.

Do you ever wonder why some people have found their true love and you haven't? Are you stuck in patterns of relationships you can't get out of? Maybe you're in a loveless marriage. Perhaps you keep attracting the wrong partners and wonder what's wrong. You may be or have been in an abusive relationship and wonder how you got into that situation. You are not alone. Dr. Lisa Thompson was there herself. For most of her life, she had a pattern of serial relationships that were unhealthy and toxic. Her first marriage was riddled with abuse and her second marriage lacked love and respect. After her second marriage, she knew she needed to dig deep to heal those parts of her that kept attracting relationships that were not loving and fulfilling. Using methods drawn from different coaching and spiritual practices, she discovered self-love and worthiness. As a whole and healthy person, she met and married the love of her life.This workbook guides you to reveal and heal the parts of you that are blocked or injured, so you can manifest true love and happiness. You will: Examine your love, parental and ancestral relationship history to discover limiting patterns and beliefs. Work through transformative exercises helping you to uncover the root of your blocks and eliminate them to create new patterns in your life. Understand why you need to create an environment that supports the new you and how to do so. Empower yourself with how to access and trust your inner wisdom. Learn techniques to find and cultivate a relationship with your perfect partner.

Nutrients are essential components that are important in the body's functions and processes. Each of these nutrients performs a particular work to promote good health. Every day, the body produces skin, bones, and muscles. The body produces red blood cells that carry oxygen and important nutrients throughout the body; it sends out nerve signals and formulates chemical messengers to and from the brain. All these bodily processes require raw materials, which turns into energy. Do you wonder where your body gets all the energy from? Do you wonder where your spirit gets all the energy from? Food is the primary source of the body's energy. The Word is the primary source of the spiritual energy. Energy comes from the food people consume, the water they drink, and the air they breathe. The love we have, the peace we bring, the joy within, the kindness we give, the patience we sustain, the goodness we portray, the gentleness we portray, the faithfulness we stand on, and the self-control we adhere to are all necessary for our spiritual survival for the times we are living in. Aside from that, the body needs essential vitamins and minerals to function properly. Carbohydrates is your love and joy, the main source for the brain. Fats often get a bad reputation but supports many body processes such as blood clotting, building cells, absorption of vitamins and minerals, and the movement of the muscles. This is your peace and patience. Protein provides the building blocks of the body. Each cell in the body contains protein, and it's important for health, growth and body maintenance. This is your kindness and goodness. Vitamins are crucial for warding off disease, and not getting enough of them can cause a wide array of diseases and health problems. Minerals aid in the functions of the body, including metabolism, staying properly hydrated and building strong teeth and bones. This is your gentleness and faithfulness. Water is important in the body. It's considered a vital nutrient the body can't survive without. The doctors recommend drinking eight to ten glasses of water daily to promote optimum health. This is your self-control. Have a fruit a day; it will keep the doctor away.

Telling a little white lie now and then is harmless, right? But what if it leads to you being a household name and international celebrity? Cole is the boy who fooled the world and finds himself trapped in a huge web of lies... can he break free? The brand new, read-in-one-sitting mystery from the bestselling author of The Goldfish Boy. When a little white lie leads to a huge dose of trouble... Cole is the odd one out at school: the other kids have the latest gadgets and trainers while his family struggles to make ends meet. Until the day one of his paintings is talent-spotted and sells for thousands of pounds at a posh London gallery. Suddenly, Cole is the toast of the international art world, the star guest on TV shows, rich beyond his wildest dreams, hailed as a boy genius! Being famous is FANTASTIC... but Cole has a guilty secret that if exposed will bring everything crashing down around him... A story of fame and fortune, making mistakes and learning to be true to yourself.

The brand new read-in-one-sitting mystery from the author of unforgettable bestseller The Goldfish Boy. Maxwell is always in trouble. He's a total menace to his teachers and big sister, but has a soft side, too: he rescued his dog, Monster, from being run over and checks on his elderly neighbour after school. One day, while looking through a mysterious cabinet of curiosities, Maxwell finds himself erased from his life: it's as if he's never been born. At first, being able to walk around without being yelled at is great, but Maxwell starts to miss his old life. And, if he'd never existed, then he wouldn't have swooped Monster out of the path of that car... A story of family, friendship and finding your place in the world.

The brand new read-in-one-sitting mystery from the bestselling author of The Goldfish Boy, 2017's breakout children's book hit. Nate and his mother are running away, hiding out in a tumbledown cottage in the middle of a forest. When Mum heads off for provisions, and then doesn't return, Nate is left alone and afraid, with the dark closing in all around him. But comfort can come from the most unexpected of places - a mysterious girl trying to solve the clues of a treasure hunt and the reappearance of an old friend from his past. Will Nate find the bravery needed to face the troubles of his present and ultimately illuminate the future? A story of fear and hope, loneliness and friendship - full of the heart, engaging characters and propulsive, page-turning mystery that has made THE GOLDFISH BOY the breakout children's books hit of 2017.

Twelve-year-old Matthew is trapped in his bedroom by the crippling OCD. Matthew believes that he was somehow responsible, and the guilt weighs heavy on him. He spends most of his time staring out of his window as the inhabitants of Chestnut Close go about their business - until the day he is the last person to see his next door neighbour's toddler, Teddy, before he goes missing. Matthew must turn detective and unravel the mystery of Teddy's disappearance - with the help of a brilliant cast of supporting characters. Page-turning, heartbreaking, but ultimately life-affirming, this story is perfect for fans of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time and Wonder. It is a book that will make you laugh and cry.

This series provides fun and accessible careers information for young people choosing what to study post-14. Each title offers a behind-the-scenes tour of a high-interest job typically entered through a vocational route. Snappy, easy-to-digest information and real case studies are supported by a comprehensive guide to training and entry routes.