The Rainbow Magic fairies want to share their birthday secrets with you! Find out how to have the most wonderful birthday ever inside this gorgeous guide. The book is even secured with a pretty pencil to make sure that all of the special secrets inside are only seen by true Rainbow Magic friends! Also comes with a sheet of pretty stickers.
When the Whale has eaten up every fish he can find, he meets the 'Stute Fish. Can the little fish escape the big Whale? And what happens when the Whale finds out that Man tastes nice?
Growing up in the modern world, our children have to cope with an ever-increasing amount of stress, which can have a negative impact on their development. The ancient wisdom of Buddhism, with its emphasis on peace, mindfulness and compassion, is the ideal basis for helping any child to face these challenges with inner confidence and calm. Building on the age-old art of storytelling, this beautiful book re-tells 20 ancient Buddhist tales in a way that is thoroughly fun and accessible to children.Featuring superb, full-page illustrations the stories will transport children into an imaginary world of enlightenment and discovery where they will meet delightful character and discover an easy-to-understand Buddhist message, which will help children think about how they can apply values such as patience, perseverance, honesty and generosity to their own lives. Designed to either be read aloud by parents or by children on their own, these compelling narratives focus the mind and provide a soothing transition into sleep.
Part of the ""Young Reading"" series, this title includes stories suitable for the holidays. It includes stories such as: ""The Wind in the Willows"", ""The Owl and the Pussycat"", ""Percy and the Pirates"", ""A Midsummer Night's Dream"", ""The Sun and the Wind"", ""The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse"", ""The Dancing Mermaid"" and ""The Fairground Ghost"".
This collection of favourite Irish folk tales includes, among others, the famous legends of the bewitched Children of Lir, Jack and the Merrow and Oisin in Tir na nOg. The larger-than-life characters, dramatic landscapes and magical happenings are sure to keep listeners and readers absorbed.
Discover the drama and thrill of sixteen classic Ancient Greek myths in this glorious story collection.
Featuring all of the best-known stories, including Theseus & the Minotaur, Heracles, Daedalus & Icarus, The Wooden Horse and Pandora's Box. Retold by master storyteller, Geraldine McCaughrean, with full colour artwork throughout, this is an essential for every child's bookshelf.
""These powerful stories are brought to a young modern audience with a verve and simplicity that makes them shine in our minds"" - Michael Rosen
Stories included:
Theseus and the Minotaur
Pandora's Box
Perseus and Medusa
Jason and the Golden Fleece
Daedalus and Icarus
Orpheus and Eurydice
Arachne
The Wooden Horse of Troy
King Midas
Persephone and the Pomegranate Seeds
Echo and Narcissus
The Twelve Labours of Heracles
Odysseus
Apollo and Daphne
Atalanta's Race
Freedom for Prometheus
Krista's dad has lost his job, and they're going to have to leave their home! Krista can't bear the thought of saying goodbye to her beloved ponies. Then an accident leaves her being the one who needs to be saved. Will Shining Star come to her rescue?
When Amber, the littlest Viking, set out from Scandinavia to seek her fortune she must have got lost on her way! Now she's in Pegwell Bay with no one but her pet squirrel for company. When Katie, Gary and Joshua find her stranded on the beach, they decide to look after her. Now there's a Viking living in their garden!
Having a Viking in the family isn't always easy. But when the garden is threatened by a nasty neighbour, Amber has some unusual - and hilarious - solutions to their problems . . .
