A scary werewolf video leaves Micky terrified of dogs and Mum decides the only answer is to get Micky a puppy of his own. But when they go to the kennels to choose a puppy, Micky doesn't pick the smallest, the cutest, or the quietest dog, but for some strange reason is drawn to Wolfie - who turns out to be a werepuppy.
Princess Ellie is pony-mad! She has four perfect ponies and the entire palace grounds to ride in. So Ellie's in trouble when the King finds hoofprints on his lawn. He thinks she's been riding in the royal garden. To prove her innocence, Ellie must catch the real culprit. But the only way to do it is to set out on a scary, starlight adventure...
Training School is the sixth thrilling Spy Pups adventure by Andy Cope for young readers of 7+ - now a number one bestselling series!
SPUD
HE'S SCATTY AND ACCIDENT PRONE - BUT GOOD WITH GADGETS
STAR
SHE'S SUPER-SMART AND READY TO POUNCE . . .
Together they're SPY PUPS, following hot in the paw prints of mum LARA (that's Licensed Assault and Rescue Animal to you).
Spud and Star can't wait. They're in New York training with the FBI - America's very best spies!
But a rogue secret agent has spotted the pups' amazing skills. And unless Spud and Star carry out a dastardly crime for evil Agent Brad Onkers, he'll make sure they never see their mum Lara ever again!
Praise for Andy Cope:
'An imaginative, creative feast' - Radio Times
Andy Cope is the author of the bestselling and mulit-award-winning Spy Dog and Spy Pups series. Spy Dog was the winner of the Richard and Judy 7+ developing reader category as well as the prestigious Red House Children's Book Award.
You can find out more about the books - and the real Lara - on the offical website spydog451.co.uk
Nobody has ever been able to catch The Great Googly Moogly - a giant and terrifying fish of legend.
But Stella aims to do just that. Armed with fishing gear and differing baits, she sets out every day to realise her dream, whatever the weather. But what will she do if she succeeds?
Atticus Claw Leans to Draw by Jennifer Gray is the latest in this popular series about master-criminal turned police-cat, Atticus Claw.
Famous works of art are going missing. Atticus is on the case. The prime suspect is Ricardo Butteredsconi - Italian theme park entrepreneur and art connoisseur.
Then Inspector Cheddar goes missing from the Tate Modern, and Atticus and his friends suspect Butteredsconi and his evil pet pig.
In the scariest adventure of his nine lives, Atticus has to act fast if he wants to stop Inspector Cheddar becoming a waxwork!
'Should be a hit for anyone who is, or has been, ten years old.' The Bookbag
'Worth it for the delightfully feline puns alone.' Herald
'As many ups and downs, triumphs and disasters, thrills and spills as ever.' Carousel
'Atticus Claw is a masterpiece!' Sam, age 12
'Very funny and interesting.' Aram age 9
'Atticus is naughty and really cool!' Lucas, age 7
'Atticus Claw is fantastic.' Charlotte, age 8
This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to being brave when they feel shy and help them find ways to feel more confident. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children fully understand how their behaviour can impact on others.
Turtle has a beautiful singing voice, but she feels far to shy to enter the talent show at school. By talking to her friends about it, she develops a way to overcome her shyness in a way that works for her.
The Behaviour Matters series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing emotions, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.
Dr KittyCat is always ready with her furry first aid. Bramble the hedgehog has a wobbly tooth. But when he eats lots of sweets and goes on lots of rides at the funfair his tummy feels wobbly too! Dr KittyCat and Peanut the mouse come to the rescue to soothe Bramble's tummy ache and help him lose his wobbly tooth the healthy way.
'We'll be there in a whisker!' This series follows the first-aid adventures of Dr KittyCat and Peanut the mouse, who's always at her side. Each book is about a small furry patient who badly needs Dr KittyCat's help. With fun and familiar contexts that children can relate to, lovable characters, and strong storylines around each medical emergency, the Dr KittyCat series has real appeal for children. A blend of photography and hand-drawn elements combine with compelling first-aid details to create a delightfully surreal furry world.
One day Shelley left her cosy bed to find out what winter was like. ""Whoever heard of a tortoise out in winter?"" laughed everyone. ""Ridiculous!"" ""No it isn't,"" said Shelley, as she plodded on through the snow and it grew colder and colder...
Fast Fox is determined to have chicken for his supper. Mother Hen and her three chickens are looking for corn for their's. Fast Fox follows chickens and they follow his corn trail right into his supper sack! As Fast Fox hurries home, things look bad for chickens but Slow Dog saves the day by falling from his hammock and squashing fast Fox flat.
Full of friendship and adventure, this charming story collection from Michael Morpurgo and illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees is perfect to read together, and celebrates the way the countryside and its animals can leave an impression on a child’s heart forever.
Alan loves animals - he loves bats! He has ten rats and ten wild cats. But where does he keep them all? Find out in this rhyming story. The Tiddlers series features fun stories with a word count of fewer than 50 words for children who are just starting to read.A word list at the beginning of the story allows for a quick check of the reader's ability to read and understand words before reading, and a puzzle at the end of the story encourages rereading for pleasure.
Tumtum and Nutmeg are leaving the confines of Nutmouse Hall and voyaging on their most challenging adventure yet... at the seaside. Arthur and Lucy are going to stay with their Uncle, and Nutmeg is determined to keep an eye on the children while they are away. But of course they won't be alone as General Marchmouse decides to join the fun.
