In a world where humans have animal companions, one boy must fulfil his hidden destiny
When Bailey enters the prestigious Fairmount Academy as a freshman, he is the only member of his class who doesn't yet have an Animas. And in a world where the bond between human and animal is the guiding principle to life, this makes him an outsider both at school and in the world at large.
But Bailey is more important than he knows. He is the key to an ancient prophecy that will restore the rightful heir to the throne of a kingdom ripping at the seams. Through his budding friendships with Hal, Tori and Phi, along with the unlikely help of renegade teacher and former conspiracy theorist Tremelo, Bailey must learn to find his Animas, piece together the riddle of the prophecy and start on the path that will lead them all to their destinies.
Ambrose and his friends all have very different ideas about what to do when they get stranded on an island. But it is only when they work together that everything starts falling into place. It is an enchanting story about friendship and teamwork.
In large, colourful paintings and rhapsodic words, this book introduces a young girl's favourite animals, all of whom live on her farm, all of whom she loves. There's Jock, her dog; the ducks waddling to the water; the hens hopping up and down; the goat racing across the field; the donkey braying ""hee-haw!""; the cow swishing her tail; the pig with all her little piglets; the pony rolling over and over; the sheep bleating to her lamb; the cat washing her kittens; the turkey strutting round the yard. The final picture shows all of the animals together with the girl and the words, ""I love all the animals. I hope they love me."" It's plain that they do!
A brand new picture book from the award-winning and well-loved Charlotte Voake and Deborah Hopkinson about the young Beatrix Potter and her animal friends.
Young Beatrix Potter loves to draw animals. She has many pets whom she likes to paint - a frog, a salamander, a canary and even a hedgehog. But she doesn't have a guinea pig so she borrows her neighbour's, promising that no harm will come to the cuddly creature.
After all, what could possibly go wrong...?
This hilarious and charming new book is based on Beatrix Potter's own diary entries, and is perfect for Potter fans young and old.
This new collection of Aesop's fables is sumptuously illustrated by Giuliano Ferri and presented as a hardback gift edition to be read again and again. Each of these timeless stories conveys a message about how to behave towards others. Stories include The Fox and the Crow, The Hare and the Tortoise, The Boy who cried Wolf and The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs.
Chapters in this book include:
- About the stories
Pride
- The Fox and the Crow
- The Peacock and the Crane
- The Hare and the Tortoise
- The Eagle, the Jackdaw and the Shepherd
- The Fox and the Grapes
- King of the Birds
Trickery
- The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing
- The Cat and the Hens
- The Lion and the Fox
- The Cat and the Mice
- The Wolf and the Heron
Greed
- The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs
- The Fox in the Tree
- The Dog and the Bone
Quarrels
- The Sun and the Wind
- The Lion and the Statue
- The Fox and the Stork
- The Lion and the Wild Boar
Friendship
- The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse
- The Ant and the Dove
- The Explorers and the Bear
- The Lion and the Mouse
Cunning
- The Crow and the Jug
- The Fox and the Billy Goat
- Belling the Cat
- The Dog on the Roof
Retorts
- The Piglet and the Sheep
- The Lioness and the Fox
- The Fox and the Rooster
- The Fir Tree and the Bramble
- The Crab and his Mother
Comeuppance
- The Tortoise and the Eagle
- The Ant and the Grasshopper
- The Boy Who Cried Wolf
- Zeus and the Tortoise
Lola the sheep has the most extraordinary wool. It's soft and silky and her pride and joy! But down on the farm, when the sun comes out the wool comes off! Poor Lola is so upset by her haircut that she runs away to the far side of the farm where she sits all alone, waiting for it to grow back. And when it does, its no longer silky, it's completely wild! But with it comes a wonderful surprise...
Thanks to a tiny chick, this self-obsessed sheep learns an important life lesson; that great friendships are more important than simply having great hair.
Another funny, thoughtful and unique picture book from award-winning, Gemma Merino, author of the best-selling The Crocodile Who Didn't Like Water and The Cow who Climbed a Tree.
Peppa Pig comes to audio!
Peppa Goes Swimming and Other Audio Stories is a wonderful audiobook collection based on the hit TV show Peppa Pig, featuring newly recorded narration by John Sparkes, a full cast of voices from the original TV dialogue, music and special effects.
This collection contains:
Peppa Goes Swimming: In this piggy tale it's George's first visit to the swimming pool and he's scared of the water. How will Mummy and Daddy Pig ever convince him to get in?
Peppa Goes Camping: Peppa and her family are going on holiday to the countryside in their camper van. Find out what happens when they discover the delights of Mrs Camper Van - otherwise known as satellite navigation!
Recycling Fun: Peppa and George are learning all about recycling, and so they pay Miss Rabbit a visit. She loves to recycle everything . . . even cars!
Sports Day: Peppa and George aren't winning any prizes at school sports day, but there's one more event to go: the boys-versus-girls tug of war!
Daddy Pig's Old Chair: Naughty Mummy Pig has given Daddy Pig's favourite old chair to the jumble sale! How is he ever going to get it back?
Krista learns that a gang of horse thieves has stolen several of the famous wild ponies that live on Hartfell moor. She returns to the magic place on the cliff path to ask Shining Star for help. They track down the gang as they plan another raid, but events run out of control as the whole herd of ponies runs towards some dangerous cliffs.
How can Krista and Silver Star save the ponies from a fatal fall?
Alfie Wolfe's twin sister, Alfreeda, is an annoying pain in Alfie's side, and he just can't stand it any more! Enter Crosby, a very cool, laid-back German shepherd (with his own pesky puppy in tow) who checks into the Hound Hotel and teaches Alfie a lesson in patience.
Peppa Pig comes to audio! Peppa Meets the Queen and Other Audio Stories is a wonderful audiobook collection based on the hit TV show Peppa Pig, featuring newly recorded narration by John Sparkes, a full cast of voices from the original TV dialogue, music and special effects. This collection contains:
Peppa Meets the Queen: Join your favourite slightly bossy little pig, as Peppa meets the Queen.
Fun at the Fair: Roll up! Roll up! Today, Peppa, George and their family are going on a day out to the funfair. Will Mummy Pig win an enormous teddy bear and will Daddy Pig be scared of the helter-skelter?
Peppa's First Sleepover: Peppa Pig is going to her very first sleepover at Zoe Zebra's house. The most important thing about a sleepover is that you must not sleep! With music, a midnight feast and a scary story, can Peppa and her friends stay awake?
Coco, Lily's little chocolate Labrador from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, has just one thing on his mind - food! He may be slow and dozy when trying to catch a rabbit in the park or learning new tricks, but if there's a sniff of a feed then he turns into one quick, clever dog . . .
When Lily is crossing the road with Coco and a cyclist comes speeding towards them, can her tubby puppy pull her speedily to safety?
Contains LOADS of information about Battersea Dogs & Cats Home - including how to adopt your very own dog or cat, dos and don'ts of looking after them, and fun pet-themed puzzles!
Featuring a photo and fact-file of a real-life dog from Battersea!
